As well as my extensive collection of blog posts and articles on pretty much every aspect of creative writing and scribbling fantasy fiction, I also produce and curate essays.

These pieces are more in-depth and critically analyse different arguments on specific subjects.

Sometimes they cover aspects of writing fantasy, such as the use of races in the genre.

They also look at the relationship the fantasy genre has with other areas, such as history and philosophy.

Other times they may focus on elements of creative writing that are often debated, such as the use of so-called ‘rules’.

Essays You Can Read

https://richiebilling.com/essays/on-history-and-fiction

What Is An Essay?

An essay is a piece of writing where you express your thoughts on a particular topic. It’s like a structured conversation on paper, often focused on critically analysing both sides before providing your own thoughts and opinions.

In academic terms, an essay usually has three main parts: an introduction where you introduce your topic and lay out your thesis, a body where you present your arguments or ideas, and a conclusion where you wrap things up neatly.

If you’re looking for a more scholarly take on this, Harvard’s Writing Center is a fantastic resource. Check out their guide on “Strategies For Essay Writing” for a detailed breakdown.

Now, the cool thing about essays is that they come in all shapes and sizes. You’ve got your argumentative essays where you defend a point of view, descriptive essays where you paint a vivid picture with your words, and analytical essays where you break down a topic. It’s like a literary toolbox, and you pick the right tool for the job.

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