"What is Fantasy Fiction?" with English fantasy author Neil Mach.
Neil's 45–60 minute slideshow talk, titled "What is Fantasy Fiction?" explores the "need" for humans to imagine alternative worlds so they find peace and enjoy spiritual nourishment.
In his Fantasy Fiction Illustrated Talk, the much sought-after writer explains, with an entertaining photoset, the fundamental definitions of the fantasy genre.
In his Fantasy Fiction Illustrated Talk, Neil Mach tackles:
What is the essential ingredient of fantasy?
What is fantasy fiction?
What is liminality?
What is a liminoid experience?
What's the difference between myth & fairytale?
What is the definition of magical?
What is the difference between high fantasy and low fantasy?
Neil Mach is a multi-time NaNoWriMo champion and has written over 15 books that have been both traditionally & independently published. He's the author of the acclaimed Moondog series.
During National Novel Writing Month, he coaches budding writers.
As a fantologist, Neil likes to concentrate attention on the liminal space between hard reality & fantasy creation.
Neil combines philosophical thoughts with a desire to explore the deep human need to imagine alternate worlds, fantastic beings, magical powers, and helpful mythologies. Neil approaches the field of fantasy development with pragmatic thinking: he provides evidence for how, why, and even where our fantasies come from.
He has performed guest appearances on assorted high-profile programmes and podcasts.
Neil has delivered this highly entertaining Fantasy Fiction Illustrated Talk to numerous groups around Surrey and the Thames Valley.
For his public speaking engagements, Neil is represented by https://speakernet.co.uk
To book his Fantasy Fiction Illustrated Talk go to the SpeakerNet site and use the search form provided to find Neil Mach.
A list of Neil's talks is shown.
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