My WIP is set in Vermont-- specifically in the northwest corner. I've created a backstory which includes a myth and pseudo-history, but I've been lacking a pinpoint location. I needed a place where Samuel de Champlain might have seen a fortress with walls decorated with dragons and horrendous beasts. This morning, I thought of it. It was so freaking obvious. I’ve been there several times. I’ve written another story in the exact location. I don't need to research at all. Yay! I’m totally thrilled.
I really like the idea of readers being able to explore real history and see the truth that surrounds my created myth. And I bet a few of you can guess the location—there aren’t too many place in northern Vermont where dragons decorate stone.
I’m a happy writer. Now off to my day job.
*yeah, that's a photo of Hermitage Castle--or maybe it's not.
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Keen. Can't wait to read stories that take place there. I wrote one once, too... it will never see the light of day, though. :D
Someday we should have a gathering of the writing clans at Hermitage.
And ooo, a redcap creation story - yes, that definitely should become a stand alone short.