Ep 86 - Writing a Witchy Holiday Romance using Yule Magic and Lore with Morgan Lockhart

Romancing the Story: Writing Romance, Storytelling, and Book Structure

"...usually (writing) my central character is early for me and my central themes are early for me and everything else springs from that, and that includes the magic..."

Author and Veteran video game writer, Morgan Lockhart blends magic, game‑style lore, and emotional stakes in her writing, enough to craft character thematics and individual journeys of magic. We discuss the influence of game writing mechanics in a narrative, shout-outs to Jim Henson, and using family and traditions to address emotional and mental health in the cozy, small town holiday setting.

Connect with Morgan:
https://www.lockhartwrites.com/
Instagram: @lockhartwrites
BlueSky: @mizdoomcookie.bsky.social

Check out A Spell for Midwinter's Heart:
https://amzn.to/3WJa8QC

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Media Mentions:

Craft Tips for Writing a Magic-Filled Story with She Writes

https://shewrites.com/craft-tips-for-writing-a-magic-filled-story/

The Muppet Christmas Carol

https://amzn.to/4hR0mW4

Emmet Otter's Jug-band Christmas

https://amzn.to/49LOi6x

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