âIf worldbuilding gives you an S-class migraine, never fear. There's one book that every speculative fiction writer should read to learn about proper worldbuilding: Wonderbook by Jeff VanderMeer. This handy how-to guide deserves a spot on your writer's bookshelfâŚâ Bustle
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âIn the gorgeously illustrated Wonderbook, Vandermeer generously gives away some of his tricks. Your dad can finally start that novel he's been talking about.â
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"Even if you write stories already, there is a lot to be learnt here and it might also sort out any writerâs blocks you have when you think youâre written yourself into a corner. Reading how various authors get around this should at least prove no problem is insurmountable, even if you have to re-write your draft. Learn and digest." SFcrowsnest <br />
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"Whether youâre a novice writer wanting to get that story out of your head onto paper, or a seasoned author, youâre going to find much to consider in this. Highly recommended. 10/10" SciFiBulletin <br />
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âWonderbook is one of the best books about writing Iâve ever read or experienced.â â Nnedi Okorafor, Author
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âAspiring writers of "imaginative fiction" â whether science fiction, fantasy or other kinds â are in for a treat: a new update to the fiction-writing guide "Wonderbook," by Jeff VanderMeer... it's gorgeous to page through and substantial enough to last new (or medium) writers a good long time.â Space.com <br />
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âVanderMeer ambitiously sets out to help readers get creative, and he does it with a rule-breaking book full of illustrations.â The Portalist
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âThis newly revised and expanded edition of VanderMeer's essential guide to crafting fantastic stories includes a great section on writing environmentally themed fiction.â EcoWatch