Wielding More Than Mysticism and Armor: The Influence of Politics and Scholarship in The Ravenglass Monarchy
Hey there, folks! Take a gander at why I penned down The Ravenglass Throne
This tale unravels my ambition to shape a fictional universe where power dynamics cropping up in my professional life find their reflection. Remember, I've bobbed around academia, journalism, and beyond – and, oh boy, have I seen people navigate and navigate their way through varied spheres of power.
The narrative's heart belongs to our three princesses: military muscle, political pull, and scholarly smarts. Each of these gals exemplifies distinct facets of power and how they interplay.
Now, let's delve into good ol' Elana, who, like her, carries a visual impairment – not a tragedy, not a miracle, just part of her everyday life. Much like her, I wanted to create a character who evaluates the world through her unique perspective, building power alliances that defy conventional wisdom.
Fantasy flicks often warp disability portrayals, and I sought to buck the trend, showcasing the realities of navigating both physical spaces and the political realm while shoulder-deep in responsibilities. It's about as authentic as it gets.
My love for fantasy's political intrigue, aerial warfare, and riveting characters sewed itself right into this yarn. Works like The Goblin Emperor, Temeraire, and The Farseer Trilogy served as my inspirational safe haven. I needed to conjure up a realm where political, academic, and military power intertwine, forming a complex tapestry of ambition, rivalry, and alliance.
The scholarly side of the plot was smeared across by me, inspired by my research days. Over here, scholars are not just footnotes or info-spouts – they harbor real power and face limitations too. My journalism background also painted a pretty picture of the story. Deception, narrative shaping, and power struggles? Absolutely! That's what I went for.
At the tale's core, it spins a yarn of three siblings learning to value each other's strengths. The schism between academic, military, and political might may look insurmountable at first - but with The Ravenglass Throne, I wanted to testify that different powers can cooperate rather than battle it out.
If you've ever yearned to bridge multiple worlds, whether it's physical and political, personal and professional, or academic and lifestyle, you'll probably find a bit of yourself in this book. Do let me know in the comments over at Patreon – or any platform, really. Reach out and say hello!
Don't forget to download your free copy of Shattered Kingdom - The Ravenglass THrone: Part One. Happy days, readers!
Jon
- My sci-fi novel, The Ravenglass Throne, stems from personal experiences navigating power dynamics in various professions, including academia and journalism.
- The story's central focus is on three Princesses, each embodying distinct aspects of power and interplay, drawn from real-life observations.
- One of the Princesses, Elana, is visually impaired, intended to be a character who offers a unique perspective on the world and forms unconventional power alliances.
- I aimed to challenge the traditional portrayal of disability in fantasy fiction by presenting an authentic depiction of navigating both physical and political spaces.
- The story's love for political intrigue, aerial warfare, and riveting characters is evident, with influences from works such as The Goblin Emperor, Temeraire, and The Farseer Trilogy.
- In addition to fantasy elements, the book also explores scholarly power, academic limitations, and journalism-related deception, narrative shaping, and power struggles.
- The premise of the novel revolves around three siblings learning to appreciate each other's strengths and forms cooperation between academic, military, and political power.
- If readers can relate to the novel's themes of bridging various worlds, such as physical and political, personal and professional, or academic and lifestyle, they are encouraged to share their thoughts on Patreon or any other platforms.
- To get a free copy of Shattered Kingdom – The Ravenglass Throne: Part One, readers are invited to download it, and happy days are in store for all.
