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Fantasy: December 01, 2021 Issue [#11099]




 This week: Psychology and Fantasy
  Edited by: Dawn Embers
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3. Letter from the Editor
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6. Ask & Answer
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About This Newsletter

Fantasy Newsletter by Dawn

Using my current studies to reflect on the fantasy genre and character development.


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Letter from the editor

When it comes to topics, there are many that one could delve into with regards to fantasy. I usually use something I come across in my life to help write these newsletters since I do one a month for this topic. Right now, I'm studying for a secondary bachelor's degree in Psychology, so it's something on my mind often right now and brings up some interesting points that can relate to fantasy and science fiction writing.

In wikipedia there is even a discussion on the psychology view of fantasy:

"In psychology, fantasy is a broad range of mental experiences, mediated by the faculty of imagination in the human brain, and marked by an expression of certain desires through vivid mental imagery. Fantasies are typically associated with scenarios that are statistically implausible or impossible in reality."

It is more of a reflection or thought of daydreams and mental images that we create but does bring some thoughts of how we create or imagine the worlds that later become stories. How one uses the topic can vary. The main one that comes to mind is in the development of characters. How the character's mind is developed and the reasoning behind decisions and actions could be influenced by their psychology. There are many different topics and branches to consider in order to develop stories and worlds.


Topics in psychology to consider:
Abnormal Psychology
Social Psychology - in particular the development of the self (for characters)
Positive Psychology
Cognitive Psychology



There is much more to say on the topic but aside from Self in Social Psychology homework, I also have regular work. Next month we might look into a more personal approach and come up with character developments through psychology. It could be interesting to see what other people think first. Do dwarves, elves, fairies, vampires and human have similar or different psychological development for the characters? Let's look into it more and find out.


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Magic Poetry Contest  (13+)
A contest for fantasy poetry. Fantastic prizes. CLOSED
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A fantasy short story contest. Fantastic Prizes. Closed
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A Romance Contest -- a 2016 & 2020 Quill Award Winner & 2020 Quill Award HM Winner
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Short story of a psychic that just wants to relax. (Deciding if I want to expand it.)
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Rachel is invited to family Thanksgiving by her departed husbands best friend.
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A black Gold Star Mother must make a decision. 3rd Place Quotation Inspiration Nov 2021
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Ask & Answer

What type of psychology would you find useful in writing fantasy?


Last month I discussed the topic of memory for this newsletter. Here are a couple comments sent in over the topic:


Comment by ~SilverMoon~
Great newsletter topic. I had wondered about how to use memory in writing. My first printed story was a memory brought into the present. The scene was fine, but I still wondered how the transition worked out.

As of now I'm working on a long story only briefly mentioned on here. I may be using a memory with one or two characters.

Your class sounds interesting too. I took up a new small handful of psychology classes--Abnormal Psychology, Intro to Counseling, Intro to Psychology. and one other.

Thanks for sharing.


Comment by dogpack:saving 4 premium: DWG
Memory can be a challenge but handled carefully it can be a character's friend or worst enemy in a story. Reading your NL gave me an idea for a story with a twist. I'd tell you about it but my memory can not find this information. Access is restricted.


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