Magic, for me, is the word I use to describe the indescribable.
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The Enduring Magic of Folklore and Mythology in Storytelling
When I sit down to write a story, whether about Merlin or a brand-new character, I feel the presence ancient storytellers.
Physics, Magic, and the Power of Curiosity: The Origins of Kate Gordon
Before Merlin ever washed ashore on Fincayra, there was a brave, curious girl named Kate Gordon.
The Secret to Writing Characters That Feel Real
Over the years, I’ve written hundreds of characters: some brave, some flawed, some magical, and some achingly human.
Why I Wrote “The Lost Years of Merlin”
Long before I ever wrote a word of “The Lost Years of Merlin”, I was a student at Oxford, exploring the English countryside.
Why I Still Believe in Happy Endings (Even in a Troubled World)
Happy endings don’t promise a perfect world. Instead, they offer something much more valuable: the belief that change is possible.
My Life As A Story (Still Being Written)
Maybe it’s the result of many years as a full-time writer… but I tend to see life as a story. A story that each one of us gets to write.
The Magic of Storytelling: Why I Write Fantasy
Through stories, we connect with each other, explore universal truths, and, most importantly, expand our imaginations.
Merlin’s Advice to Newlyweds
Merlin’s advice for a couple just beginning their journey together — a letter filled with hopes, magic, and heartfelt wishes.
A Letter, a Dream, and Two Decades of Writing
A young writer’s journey reminds me of the power of encouragement — two decades after I wrote him a letter, his dream has flourished into a full novel.