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Beyond The Veil
Step behind the scenes of the Legacy of the Four trilogy, where J.F. Monroe shares the secrets of her world-building process, reveals untold stories about your favorite characters, explores the mythological influences behind the Four Horsemen, and offers exclusive glimpses into the realms beyond the veil.
How I Accidentally Created a Fantasy Romance Trilogy: The Four Horsemen Reimagined as Guardians
What happens when you misread the Book of Revelation during a sleepless maternity leave? You accidentally create a fantasy romance trilogy where the Four Horsemen aren't apocalypse bringers—they're guardians protecting humanity. Discover how one author's 'best mistake' sparked the Legacy of the Four trilogy.
JF Monroe
1 day ago3 min read
Descent Into the Voidheart: Why Book 2 Takes a Darker Turn IN THIS FANTASY SEQUEL
Journey deeper into the Legacy of the Four as J.F. Monroe reveals why Book 2, Descent Into the Voidheart, plunges readers into shadow. Discover how unraveling, as brutal as it is, becomes painfully and achingly beautiful.
JF Monroe
Oct 72 min read
The Summer of Shade: Why September Is the Perfect Time to Meet a Reluctant Hero Like You
You weren't supposed to be the hero—you weren't the strongest, didn't volunteer, didn't walk into fire with a battle cry. But somehow, you're still here. Meet Shade Mercer, the reluctant hero who proves that being quiet, unsure, or "not the obvious choice" doesn't make you weak.
JF Monroe
Sep 32 min read
From Manuscript to Audiobook Magic: The Real Story Behind Creating Audio Content
Discover what it's really like making an audiobook—from the mild panic of getting started to finding the perfect narrator who doesn't just read your book, but inhabits it. Follow one author's journey through casting, production, and the surprisingly emotional experience of hearing your characters speak.
JF Monroe
Aug 73 min read
Writing Book Two: Diving Deeper into Character Development and Story Evolution
Dive into the creative journey behind the second book in the Legacy of the Four trilogy, where character development takes center stage and fantasy storytelling reaches new depths. Explore how pairing unexpected characters and deepening relationships transformed the writing experience.
JF Monroe
Jul 32 min read
Worldbuilding: My Former Frenemy Turned Reluctant Ally
Worldbuilding, it turned out, was not a loud lecture on tree leaves. It was a whisper of meaning behind a setting. A metaphor folded into a mountain range. A little architecture of the soul, disguised as geography.
JF Monroe
Jun 113 min read
My Suspicious Search History: The Dark Side of Fantasy Writing
Ever wonder what fantasy authors Google while writing? From 'What does getting stabbed feel like?' to questions about supernatural beings, my search history could either inspire a novel or get me flagged by the FBI. Here's what research really looks like.
JF Monroe
May 53 min read
From "I Do Not Want to Be Here" to "Hey, This Is Actually Working!"
A candid look at one author's journey from publishing silence to marketing success.
JF Monroe
Apr 23 min read
Why Every Hero Needs a Dog: Mac's Tale
Discover the story behind Mac, the German Shepherd who's more than just a pet—he's a Guardian, protector, and the embodiment of loyalty.
JF Monroe
Mar 44 min read
Shade and Theo: When Death Falls in Love with Life
Dive deep into the creative process behind Shade and Theo, whose opposing natures and unshakable bonds form the foundation of an epic tale.
JF Monroe
Feb 134 min read
From Script to Novel: How the Four Horsemen Hijacked My Story
How a cinematic vision of the Four Horsemen evolved from a screenplay into a fantasy trilogy.
JF Monroe
Jan 132 min read
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