Episode #3: Atmosphere and Expectations
Update: 2022-11-02
Description
Ever wondered how to build atmosphere and what makes a good surprise? Ghabiba and Courtney dig into the concept of surprise and expectation in this follow up to their interview with Maya Chesley.
In this episode:
- Courtney and Ghabiba chat about what makes surprises work for them (and when it doesn't).
- Ghabiba uses Watch Out for Her by Samantha M. Bailey to showcase an example of atmosphere and its contribution to surprise. The description of that house had Courtney begging Ghabiba to read more.
- Courtney raves about Nettle and Bone by T. Kingfisher and the author's use of weaving in unexpected details. It's a short book that packs a punch.
- The co-hosts talk about blending genres and subverting tropes to create a fresh story. Cozy fantasy? Try Legends and Lattes. Chosen One gone wrong? Try the Art of Prophecy.
- Looking to try surprise without writing anything? Try One Night Ultimate Werewolf. Courtney talks about her witch-themed party and the game of deception she played with her guests.
- We also make special mention of Kelly Andrew's The Whispering Dark and Netflix's The Mole.
Special thanks to Deore for our musical number. You can find her on Instagram or more of her creative work on Spotify. As ever, thank you dear listeners. Please consider leaving a review to support this podcast.
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