At the soul of a story is the setting, or “world” in which the plot takes place. Building a world and developing the myths and legends that belong there are essential processes of fiction writing that are often overlooked. This course will cover how to source inspiration for worldbuilding and lore crafting in everyday life, including a review of popular ancient mythology, settings that have been used by commercial authors in popular contemporary fiction, and tips for giving your world its own unique set of traits so that it remains with readers long after the story is over.