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Posted On: October 13th 2026, 07:05 pm
Now that I’m working on Draft 3 of YULEBRIDE, it’s time to return to my stack of research books! As a writer, I don’t actually spend a ton of time researching before I write a first draft (only what is absolutely necessary to tell the story and move forward) so I spend more time researching in later revision rounds. I think this helps sharpen my focus and adds a lot of texture and verisimilitude to my existing scenes!
While I don’t read every page of every research book, I keep this stack on my desk at all times for easy access. And I’ve learned a lot of cool things along the way! Did anything here surprise you? ❄️
If you’re excited about the idea of a fantasy holiday romance with Vikings and dragons, then you’re in the right place! ❄️🐉🩵 I hope to share many more details soon.
#amwriting #fantasyauthor #romanceauthor #norsemythology #dragons
While I don’t read every page of every research book, I keep this stack on my desk at all times for easy access. And I’ve learned a lot of cool things along the way! Did anything here surprise you? ❄️
If you’re excited about the idea of a fantasy holiday romance with Vikings and dragons, then you’re in the right place! ❄️🐉🩵 I hope to share many more details soon.
#amwriting #fantasyauthor #romanceauthor #norsemythology #dragons
Comments (11)
2 days agojoceybitz_writes
Research can make a book so much richer! I also barely do any for draft 1 though. Thats a "future me" problem 🤣
2 days agolsbwrites
Fafnir inspired a large part of my first book!! So cool to see him show up in your research too!
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