DENVER WRITERS FORUM: Rules of the World

Are your fictional worlds falling flat? Do your supernatural elements feel inconsistent or underdeveloped?
Join us for an interactive forum dedicated to one of fiction’s most fundamental and challenging aspects: establishing consistent, believable rules for your fictional worlds.

WHAT WE’LL EXPLORE:
🔮 Establishing Supernatural & Fantastical Elements

• Origin and nature of magic systems, advanced technologies, or other extraordinary elements
• Balancing mystery with explanation
• Creating unique supernatural elements that serve your story

⚖️ Defining Limitations & Possibilities

• Why constraints create more interesting stories than unlimited powers
• Establishing costs and consequences for special abilities
• Creating tension through thoughtfully designed boundaries

🧩 Ensuring Internal Consistency

• Techniques for tracking and maintaining your world’s rules
• Avoiding common pitfalls that break reader immersion
• Testing your world’s rules for unexpected loopholes

WHY ATTEND:
Well-crafted world rules aren’t just for fantasy and sci-fi writers! Every story establishes a “contract” with readers about what is possible within its pages. Whether you’re writing contemporary fiction with subtle rule shifts or building elaborate magical systems, this workshop will provide practical techniques to elevate your world-building.

WHAT TO BRING:

• Notes about your current work-in-progress (optional)
• Questions about specific world-building challenges you’re facing
• Willingness to participate in group discussions and exercises

WORKSHOP FORMAT:
This hands-on session will include presentation segments, guided exercises, and open discussion. You’ll leave with practical tools for developing and documenting your world’s rules, plus feedback on your specific creative challenges. We will also discuss any other writing topics that attendees would like to cover.

Space is limited to ensure everyone gets personalized attention.

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“The world of the story is a framework that supports the weight of the drama. If the framework is inconsistent, the story will collapse.” — Orson Scott Card

RSVP TODAY!

Note: The venue offers validated parking in the garage on Downing Street between Blake and Walnut Streets.
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