Tag Archives: Kate Elliott

W is for world-building

Posted on April 26, 2012 by Erin

World-building is an important exercise, even outside of speculative fiction. Authors need to decide where to set their story, and if they use a fictional town or city, it still has to feel real. Still, for me, I find more … Continue reading →

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E is for Elliott

Posted on April 5, 2012 by Erin

I talked about Kate Elliott in my women in science-fiction and fantasy series (specifically, her book Spirit Gate, the first book of the Crossroads Trilogy), and I’m talking about her again because she writes excellent epic fantasy. Today, I’m talking … Continue reading →

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Elliott, Emshwiller, Eskridge

Posted on August 10, 2011 by Erin

Spirit Gate by Kate Elliott Elliott is another author who is amazing in her world-building. She makes it real, from her description of the giant eagles (about as intelligent as a pig — in other words, smart enough to respond … Continue reading →

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