“Don't use metaphors in fantasy; your readers will take them literally. Or they may take them figuratively - but if so, they'll also take your magics and transformations figuratively. Either way, you're in trouble.”
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Teresa Nielsen Hayden
Teresa Nielsen Hayden, born on March 21, 1956, is a renowned fictioneer known for her works in science fiction and fantasy. Her novels have won numerous awards and have had a significant impact on the genre. more
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