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ABOUT D.E.KING
D. E. King is an author of fiction and non-fiction, and an entrepreneur based on the Sunshine Coast of Australia.

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NEWS & STORIES
What is a Fantasy Archetype? Defining Characters and Their Journeys
In the world of literature, archetypes are elemental figures or symbols that recur throughout stories, embodying universal patterns and themes…
Fantasy Tropes To Avoid
Fantasy tropes aren’t bad, but overused ones can make stories predictable and shallow. This guide highlights common clichés, like chosen ones, dark lords, lazy prophecies, and convenient magic, and shows how to subvert or deepen them with stronger character agency, richer worldbuilding, and meaningful consequences.






