Author Archives: WhimsicalWerecat

About WhimsicalWerecat

In short - Creative extraordinaire, warrior princess, dragon-lover, anime enthusiast, partisan of fantastical things, and most assuredly and proudly peculiar!

Quiz Time! Creatures of Valadae

Posted on August 2, 2016 by WhimsicalWerecat

Wow, I had planned to get this post out over a week ago, but the content took so much longer than I expected. Yes, as the name of the post suggests, I have done up my first official Dragon Calling … Continue reading →

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Prowling the Prose – Writing Terminologies

Posted on May 18, 2016 by WhimsicalWerecat

“People say jargon is a bad thing, but it’s really a shortcut vocabulary professionals use to understand one another.” – Erin McKean Ah, here I am, the Whimsical Werecat, once again back on the prowl and ready to share my … Continue reading →

Posted in Werecat Whims | Tagged antagonist, genre, novel, novelette, novelist, novella, plot vs theme, POD, POV, premise, protagonist, publishing terminology, stories, story plot, story theme, writer jargon, writer terms, writing terminology | Leave a comment

Short Story: This Cruel and Beautiful World

Posted on April 13, 2016 by WhimsicalWerecat

“I would also suggest that any aspiring writer begin with short stories. These days, I meet far too many young writers who try to start off with a novel right off, or a trilogy, or even a nine-book series. That’s … Continue reading →

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The Character Alignment System

Posted on March 9, 2016 by WhimsicalWerecat

“Whether they are aware of their fictitious natures or not, fictional characters are as complex in personality and perception as any of us in the real world.” – N. R. Eccles-Smith When it comes to stories (in books, movies or … Continue reading →

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Cover Reveal for DUAL DESTINY

Posted on February 15, 2016 by WhimsicalWerecat

Pull back the curtains and turn up the applause, it’s time for the next COVER REVEAL in the Dragon Calling series! For the many eager fans patiently anticipating the release of BOOK THREE, here is your chance to whet your … Continue reading →

Posted in General | Tagged anime style, book cover, book cover reveal, book three of dragon calling, childrens fantasy, cover reveal, dragon calling series, dual destiny, ebook, mage, middle grade fantasy story, paperback | Leave a comment

Here We Are. Be Inspired!

Posted on January 4, 2016 by WhimsicalWerecat

Here we are. 2016. And, in shared fashion, bloggers around the world are posting their thoughts and inspirations to get the new year started off on a good note. And I’d like to join in, too, thank you very much! … Continue reading →

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CHRISTMAS SPECIAL – Book and Author Highlight!

Posted on December 8, 2015 by WhimsicalWerecat

The Christmas season is upon us! My favourite time of the year. And yes, part of the reason for my enjoyment is the buzz and lights and food and festivities … but what I love most is the spirit of … Continue reading →

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Dragon Calling Print-and-Colour Line Art!

Posted on November 2, 2015 by WhimsicalWerecat

Line Art. When you can’t find a colouring book with the pictures/ themes/ characters you want to colour, where do you go? Why, search to internet for line art, of course! While I am tempted to create a colouring book … Continue reading →

Posted in General | Tagged artwork, centaur, colouring art, dragon, dragon calling, fantasy line art, ghinzel, laeka'draeon, line art, line designs, maewren, norf, satyr, ubi | Leave a comment

Dragon Size Chart 2!

Posted on September 28, 2015 by WhimsicalWerecat

When it comes to dragons, size is completely subjective to the whims of their origin; whether that be cultural folklore, standard mythology, or the imaginations of the writers and illustrators who bring them to life. There is no shortage of … Continue reading →

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Dragon Calling Characters Go Pop Vinyl!

Posted on August 17, 2015 by WhimsicalWerecat

It’s no secret that I am into all things Pop Culture. I mean, you can’t be a geek without openly enjoying the flares and flavours of what this diverse and crazy culture have to offer, right? And one of the … Continue reading →