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In this episode of our podcast for fantasy authors, we dive into self-editing strategies for writers focused on clothing in fiction, geography, weather, and architecture—critical yet often overlooked elements of story world development. Developmental editor Rebecca Hartwell shares insights on using world building details to actively shape character actions and scene direction, while guest Addy DuLac brings real-world examples from her historical romance series. Learn how integrating setting and story can heighten immersion, reflect theme, and reinforce tone—especially when discomfort or inconvenience is allowed to push the plot forward.
Developmental editor Rebecca Hartwell [hartboundediting.com] is joined by historical romance author Addy DuLac, whose richly detailed Troublemakers trilogy serves as a powerful example of tangible world building done right. Together, they discuss how to make your settings affect plot, how to integrate world details with character moments, and why inconvenience can be your best plotting tool.
In episode 33, they wrap up the world building duology of episodes with an in-depth look at how weather, wardrobe, animals, laws, and more can create tension, shape tone, and drive story arcs in both fantasy and historical fiction.

In this episode:
· How to deepen immersion through concrete setting details
· What tangible elements are most often underused
· Why every setting should influence character action and emotion
· How to avoid world building for convenience’s sake
· Techniques for using weather, clothing, and transportation to steer the plot

Resources:
Need a Developmental Editor? hartboundediting.com
Author’s Alcove Membership: authorsalcove.com
Read Addy DuLac’s books here: www.addydulacauthor.net
Fantasy Book Giveaway: authorsalcove.org

Chapters:
[00:00] Intro
[01:09] Meet Addy DuLac
[04:00] Defining Tangible world building
[06:51] The Importance of Laws in Historical Context
[08:47] Balancing Detail in world building
[10:41] Questions for Self-Editing
[12:43] Setting Choices and Their Impact
[14:07] Utilizing Tangible Elements in Storytelling
[17:46] Common Mistakes in world building
[21:03] Ensuring Consistency in world building
[23:02] Specific Aspects to Watch For
[27:09] The Role of Weather in world building

See you next week for episode 34: Sensory Immersion—Sight & Sound