Roundtable is a blog devoted to history, fantasy literature, writing tips, film critique, and much more. 

Does Star Wars Suck?
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My honest opinion on Star Wars

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The Lord of the Rings A Tale of Two Brothers
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Lord of the Rings is perhaps the most beloved fiction of the Twentieth Century, and even today is considered by most the king of high fantasy. Yet perhaps the biggest bridge plot of one particular family is overlooked.

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Children's Books That Endure
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What makes a good children's book stand out above others?

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When to Walk Away From a Story
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One of the hardest things for a writer to do is to end a project or let go of a story, but sometimes it is necessary.

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The Tragic Hero
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Probably the most intense and intriguing of all characters, the tragic hero is the portrait of the fallen human race

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The First Step of Becoming a Writer
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Sometimes writing can seem daunting. It does not matter whether it is a composition paper for high school, or a massive novel, mindset makes all the difference in whether you will succeed or fail.

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What Kind of Story Do You Want to Create?
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It is obvious that every story should have a solid plot and characters, but just as important is to know what type of work that you are writing.

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Creating Content in a Modern World
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Books should not just be entertaining, but life-changing.

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Are Allegories a Good Idea?
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Meny people of strong religious beliefs will not touch anything else. In this article I will explain why, and what both readers and authors can learn.

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The Evolution of Knights and the Knightly Code of Chivalry
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This article gives a brief history of the European Knight as well as asking the question, "Was the code of chivalry all that it is romanticized to be?"

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Why Sidekicks Often Make Terrible Main Protagonists
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Changing a main character to build a new story is one of the worst things any writer can make. Want proof? Let's look at some examples.

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How Important are Accurate Clothing, Weapons, and Armor?
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Many films and books can be ruined by inaccuracies, but how close to the real thing should writers get?

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