They say that truth is stranger than fiction, it is also said that reality is fantasy’s best friend.
It is true, and you have to admit it, we all live in reality. The problems we understand are real problems. That’s why thousands enjoy the TV soaps that massage the wounds and dull the minds of many who want to either turn away from reality or face the pain vicariously through TV stars.
Genuine conflicts are faced daily by us all; the drama of families, of lost loves; the agony of financial woes and difficult work situations; Nasty neighbours or cruel bullies any one of us can relate to the amplified screen image of our sometimes difficult lives..
So, why not write what we know. Sounds like very bad advice, because last time I checked, none of us were plagued by super human idols or alien impersonators (that we know of). But that’s not the point — the point is, use the fantasy to highlight the reality. C S Lewis was an expert.
Grab the core essence of a true problem and swaddle it in the mad glittery ribbons of fantasy — and therein you find glorious new permutations of conflict. Reality expressed in mind-boggling ways. Reach for fantasy. Find the reality – Read KAL, KAL II Ace of Hearts and soon KAL III Abuse of the innocent; and see some painful truths...