Aaron Ryan – World-Building, Pantsing & Post-Apocalyptic Saga

Join Paul Delos Santos as he speaks with author Aaron Ryan, whose unique journey from childhood storytelling to acclaimed sci-fi sagas is packed with invaluable insights.

In this episode, you'll learn:

• How early influences like J.R.R. Tolkien shaped Aaron's passion for writing and grand narratives.
• His meticulous approach to world-building in his "Dissonance" series, ensuring "verisimilitude" by blending real-world locations with post-apocalyptic visions.
• The surprising benefits of being a "pantser," allowing characters and story to organically lead the narrative.
• Why thorough research is crucial even for fiction, helping to avoid "plot holes" and keep readers immersed.
• How to manage sprawling narratives and maintain consistency across multiple books and characters.
• Aaron's exciting new Christian post-apocalyptic saga, "The End," explores humanity's greatest conflicts amidst a global crisis.

Tune in for an insightful discussion that delves into the depths of creative writing, character development, and the art of constructing compelling fictional worlds.