In his essay, “The Accu-Thump of Googletarity,” author John Crowley gives his take on writing historical fiction. The particular example he uses is from the World War II era in America, but the principles can be applied to whatever historical period (medieval or any other) you are writing about. The… Read More »Author John Crowley on Historical Fiction
The morning mist hovers over Loch Awe, and across the lake, on the northeastern edge, Kilchurn Castle and the mountains beyond reflect in the still waters, transporting visitors back to a time when the Campbells of Glenorchy ruled this region. All that stands today are the castle ruins, but Kilchurn… Read More »Kilchurn Castle
Beautiful photos of castles from around the world, not all of them medieval (like Neuschwanstein). The colors and compositions are really nice, even though they have been edited in post or are HDR images. The section has been split into three parts: Part 1 Part 2 Part 3 The reflection… Read More »Castles Around the World
A Podcast of Ice and Fire covers all topics relating to George R.R. Martin and his A Song of Ice and Fire series. Each episode discusses one chapter, one character, and one theory … and may contain spoilers. For example, Episode 1: Ghost Cow focuses on the major noble houses… Read More »A Song of Ice and Fire Podcast