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Atlas of The Boiling Isles: Right Humerus

Well it was only a matter of time before I fell back into my mapmaking. As we all know, this wonderful show takes place on a decaying being. And while we see the over all scale in the air, there’s really not a detailed map of the different regions of The Titan.

So of course I have to make one 😤! (Plus it was only a matter of time, this World Anvil Page ain’t gonna complete on its own.)

Unlike other fanmade maps that show the Titan as a whole, I’ll be making maps that focus on the different sections and parts of the Titan. Hopefully it can give you all a better sense of distances, geographical markers. And some more hidden lore within the world of TB!ToH!

So, here’s the Right Humerus in all its glory! Where most out our setting in Season 1 takes place!

[depresseddm-thedndkind]

Hey, if your a player in my dnd campaign, don't look at the rest of this, thanks :p

THE DUNGEON IS COMPLETE

I know none of you on this blog know or care about this BUT I DO SO I'M TELLING YOU ABOUT IT

This is the dungeon for the second to last boss fight of my 3 year dnd campaign: The holy eight bunker

What was once a place where the members of the holy eight (my in game version of the church lol) could give prayer to their gods has now been corrupted by the dark necrotic magic of the bonded god of death, mykurl >:3

Wraiths now haunt the hallways. dragging any of those foolish enough to roam the dungeon halls to their demise!!!

[hayatheauthor]

Ten Websites Every Author Should Know In 2024

When I started this blog, one of the first posts I penned was "Websites Every Author Should Know in 2023." Now, as I return to breathe new life into this platform in 2024, it feels only fitting to offer an updated edition of that beloved post. 

Whether you're struggling with brainstorming ideas, organizing your plot, finding publishing opportunities, or simply seeking some writing motivation, here are 10 websites that every author should know in 2024. 

1. Artbreeder

If you're anything like me, you know the frustration of staring at a blank page, waiting for inspiration to strike. Well, say goodbye to writer's block because Artbreeder is here to rescue you from the depths of creative stagnation.

At its core, Artbreeder is a brainstorming tool that harnesses the power of artificial intelligence to help you generate ideas and explore new avenues of creativity. Whether you're crafting characters, creating scene locations, or conceptualizing entire worlds, Artbreeder's AI can help you create any image. 

But don't just take my word for it. Countless writers, from aspiring novices to seasoned pros, have sung the praises of Artbreeder for its role in fueling their creative fire.

2.  OneStopForWriters

If you've ever found yourself drowning in a sea of character arcs, struggling to untangle a convoluted plot, or simply searching for that elusive spark of inspiration, then OneStopForWriters is here to be your guiding light.

At OneStopForWriters, you'll find a treasure trove of resources designed to empower writers at every stage of their journey. One of the standout features is its unparalleled collection of writing tools and resources. From character development worksheets and plot structure guides to brainstorming prompts and writing exercises, this platform offers a wealth of resources to help you hone your craft and overcome any writing challenge that comes your way.

3.  Milanote

With Milanote, organizing your thoughts has never been easier. Whether you're plotting out your next novel, storyboarding a film, or brainstorming ideas for your next project, Milanote's intuitive interface and versatile features make it a breeze to bring your ideas to life.

But Milanote isn't just about organization – it's about inspiration, too. Dive into Milanote's vast collection of templates, images, and resources, curated to spark your creativity and fuel your passion for storytelling.

And let's not forget about collaboration. With Milanote, you can seamlessly collaborate with fellow writers, sharing ideas, giving feedback, and working together to bring your collective vision to life. Let me know if you'd like to collab! 

4. Inkarnate

Whether you're a fantasy author crafting intricate realms, a sci-fi writer mapping out distant galaxies, or a historical fiction enthusiast recreating the past, Inkarnate is your ultimate tool for world-building.

With Inkarnate's powerful mapping tools and customizable features, creating stunning and detailed maps has never been easier. From sprawling continents to intricate cityscapes, Inkarnate allows you to bring every aspect of your world to life with breathtaking detail and precision.

But Inkarnate isn't just about maps – it's about storytelling. Dive into Inkarnate's vast library of assets, from characters and creatures to landmarks and landscapes, and use them to enrich your world and enhance your storytelling.

5. World Anvil

With World Anvil's array of interactive tools and features, you can meticulously craft every detail of your world, from its geography and history to its cultures and languages. Whether you're creating a sprawling fantasy realm, a dystopian future, or an alternate historical timeline, World Anvil provides the tools you need to breathe life into your creations.

But World Anvil is more than just a repository for world-building information. It's a platform for storytelling, collaboration, and engagement. Share your world with readers, invite them to explore its intricacies, and immerse them in the rich tapestry of your imagination

6.  Scrivener

At its core, Scrivener is a comprehensive writing software designed to meet the unique needs of authors, screenwriters, academics, and more. With its flexible interface and robust features, Scrivener allows you to organize your thoughts, structure your writing, and bring your ideas to life with ease.

One of Scrivener's standout features is its ability to break down your writing into manageable chunks, or "scrivenings," making it easy to focus on individual scenes, chapters, or sections of your manuscript. With its intuitive corkboard and outlining tools, you can visualize your project's structure and rearrange it on the fly.

But Scrivener is more than just a writing tool – it's a creative hub where ideas flourish and projects take shape. With its built-in research capabilities, you can keep all your notes, references, and inspiration in one place, ensuring that nothing gets lost in the shuffle.

7. Dabble

One of Dabble's standout features is its seamless integration of plotting, outlining, and writing tools. Whether you're a die-hard plotter or a pantser at heart, Dabble has the flexibility to accommodate your preferred writing style, allowing you to create detailed outlines, jot down notes, and dive into writing whenever inspiration strikes.

But Dabble is more than just a writing tool – it's a community of writers united by their love of storytelling and their commitment to helping each other succeed. Here, you'll find support, encouragement, and invaluable feedback as you navigate the ups and downs of the writing process.

With Dabble's cloud-based platform, you can access your work from anywhere, on any device, ensuring that your novel is always at your fingertips, whether you're at home, at work, or on the go.

8. Literature Map 

Literature Map is a visual mapping tool that helps you discover new authors and books based on your literary preferences. Whether you're a fan of classic literature, contemporary fiction, or niche genres, Literature Map provides personalized recommendations to help you expand your reading horizons.

Using Literature Map is as easy as typing in the name of an author you love. Instantly, a constellation of related authors appears, each connected by their thematic, stylistic, or genre similarities. From there, you can explore new authors, discover hidden gems, and embark on new reading adventures with confidence.

But Literature Map is more than just a recommendation engine – it's a gateway to a world of literary exploration and discovery. Here, you'll find a community of fellow book lovers, eager to share their favorite authors, discuss their latest reads, and connect with like-minded readers from around the globe.

That concludes our exploration of the 10 essential websites every author should know in 2024. May these tools and resources empower you on your writing journey, from the spark of inspiration to the final flourish of your manuscript. Happy writing, and may your creativity know no bounds!

I hope this blog on Ten Websites Every Author Should Know In 2024 will help you in your writing journey. Be sure to comment any tips of your own to help your fellow authors prosper, and follow my blog for new blog updates every Monday and Thursday.  

Looking For More Writing Tips And Tricks? 

Are you an author looking for writing tips and tricks to better your manuscript? Or do you want to learn about how to get a literary agent, get published and properly market your book? Consider checking out the rest of Haya’s book blog where I post writing and publishing tips for authors every Monday and Thursday! And don’t forget to head over to my TikTok and Instagram profiles @hayatheauthor to learn more about my WIP and writing journey! 

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Hi! This might be a weird question, but since I saw the illustration on the map and immediately went "that's not an elk", I'll just ask it. What kind of elk does Nathanael have, like is it the one called elk in Eurasia (my beloved alces alces), or the one called elk in North America (the wapiti)? Does it match the illusion on the map?

Hello there! That's a fun question, I think!

Dainn is based on the extinct "Irish Elk" (Megaloceros Giganteus), but I think Dainn is a bit bigger, because why not, lol. The one in the map image is the only male elk that Inkarnate had to select from. I do think it is art of a top-down view of a male North American elk with antlers still in-tact. The limitations of the prospective in the map may make it look off though.

[stormears]

I haven't updated Chasm since 1 Jan 2021, when I posted Chapter 6. Over two damn years ago. I sat on this for two years, even though I do love it, intend to finish it, and it's probably my magnum opus fic. I even got an Inkarnate subscription last year to map out its three continents, towns, topography and such better than the vague foggy map in my mind.

Anyway, I plan to do a minor(?) editing project of the existing six chapters**** before really getting going on Chapter 7. Though I am worried about the possible problem of the chapters becoming EVEN LONGER and thus needing to cut some in two, which will make the comments on some chapters no longer match up with the content in that chapter, that pisses me off a lot. But it will make for easier reading. Then again, compromising on my beloved Long AF Chapter notorious style just to Please The Readers also kind of pisses me off. I'm not sure if I'll end up doing it.

Anyway, my two main points here were to say that I've had a really cool change for the opening scene in mind forEVER that I am finally putting it, I'm sure I'll have more changes down the line (nothing major) AND, very important asterisked comment above...

****I only have to edit six chapters but the six chapters contain just under 100k words. How many words will this edit add to that, I wonder X__X

[thedragonagelesbian]

inkarnate watercolor city map my beloved...

[sigil-stone]

now that’s what i call a glow up!

[aaeoluss]

Kopern: Geography

this map was made with Inkarnate !

WIP: the second moon ( @thesecondmoonwip ) // Coming soon: A separate post for The City, details on the queens other than Ayana 

The Valley Region // The Petal Queen 

The Valley Region is the most populated region excluding The City. The land is flat and clear, allowing for lots of development. It is also very close to The City, so those who work in inner-city offices can save money by living in The Valley Region and still have a reasonable commute. 

It is a boring yet safe region to be in. It’s a good place to settle down and start a family or retire in. There are very few businesses, schools, or libraries, and the queen is uninterested in adding more, opting to keep the funds for herself to add to her great wealth. 

The Mountainous Region // The Mist Queen 

The Mountainous Region is a much harsher environment. There is a small amount of flat land for settling in, but there aren’t a lot of people living there. It’s easy to travel to The Valley Region, but the mountains cover the southern border and make it difficult to access The Lesser Forest. You can hike over them, or there’s a small stretch of land where the mountains stop, but typically it isn’t worth the travel. Goods are imported by The Queen. 

Most of the people who live in The Mountain Region work in The Mist Queen’s castle. The castle and its grounds need a lot of upkeep, and the queen requires a lot of service. They may also work in her laboratories, analyzing rocks, mountain animals, soil, and weather patterns around the mountains. 

The Lesser Forest // The Spider Queen 

The Lesser Forest is a coniferous forest outside of the mountains. It is a fairly populous region to be in, as once the trees are cleared away, the land is very good for developing. 

The Lesser Forest has everything it needs within its own borders, making it the only region that would be sustainable on its own if anything happened to the other regions. 

That being said, there are a variety of wild animals coming down from the mountains as well as from their own forests, and venturing outside of the village is dangerous. There is no system in place for removing these animals should they enter the village. 

The Greater Forest // The Cottontail Queen

The Greater Forest is where most of Kopern’s production happens. The trees allow for a booming logging business, and there is plenty of wildlife living within the forest, which are good for meat and pelts. The trees have been cleared by the river, which made the land fantastic for agriculture, and also made for a convenient shipping port. 

It isn’t a very popular place for residency. The best land is used for farming, and there are constantly shipping trucks and logging supplies moving in and out of the area. Most of the population comprises of the region’s farmers and loggers themselves. 

The Autumnal Region // The Pumpkin Queen 

The Autumnal Region is a special region in Kopern. It was The Goddess’ favorite, and she blessed it so that it would remain Autumn or Winter almost all year long. The plants and animals cycled through Spring and Summer, but very briefly. Because of this, the ecosystem is closed, any animal who left or entered the region would perish within the year. 

The Autumnal Region is second only to The City in economics. It is a haven for companies, who profit off of the lack of consumer safety laws (many of them operate out of The Greater Forest, but are technically based in The Autumnal Region; common law says that a company follows regulations for the region it’s based in). 

In terms of per-capita GDP, The Autumnal Region easily has the highest one. It has a small population, and only the wealthy can afford to live in the region. There used to be more low-income housing, but as Ayana took over, it was gradually replaced with more beautiful, expensive homes, effectively forcing the middle class to find somewhere else to live. This is not of major concern to the administration. 

ahh ok that’s it. oof. my beloved taglist (interact here to be added!): @dove-actually @inspired-insomniac @confunderewrites @ellfewritings @fluffythewritingplant @tsunamiwrites @velvetlighthouse 

[toloveathingdespite]

This is a map of Astylaria - a land created by Astraea, Goddess of the Stars. Here live the Astylarians, caretakers of the stars and beloved subjects of Astraea. I’ve only ever sketched maps by hand before, and not good ones (freestyle drawing is not my strong suit 😅) so I’m pretty happy with this! I used Inkarnate, the free version, which has fewer options than the paid versions, but enough for a basic map like this, and it’s only for my reference while I’m writing anyway. Yet I somehow still spent hours getting the sizings right and placing markers just so (see if you can spot the tiny villages, windmills and bridges!). I’ll get around to doing the Human Realm of Tereoth at some point, but it’s much bigger than Astylaria so will probably take even longer - time I really should spend on writing. What about you guys? Do you hand draw your maps or use a software? #writing #maps #fantasy #fantasymaps #amwritingya #bookstagram #iamwriting #books #cartography #yafantasy #fantasybooks #writingfantasy #writer #author #stars #worldbuilding #worldbuildingart https://www.instagram.com/p/CB_kAYiBJ3x/?igshid=1uyqmryv7f0nn