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There's no denying that fantasy has been at the core of some of the most enchanting, daring, and downright unforgettable tales (for one reason or another) that have shaped the literary landscape. Who doesn't love the thrill of journeying to some new adventurous place with otherworldly creatures and epic battles between the forces of dark and light? Personally, I'm all about the dark side. Even for the most seasoned writers sparking the imagination can be difficult. Things like inspiration seem elusive as a dragon hiding in a mist-covered mountain. Today, I will cover a few ideas to find your muse. My muse sometimes hides in a dumpster...so let's find better ways to do this, shall we?

People Watching, with a Twist: Observing people in everyday situations can be a great source of inspiration. Now, add a layer of 'What If?'. What if the barista at your local coffee shop could control elements? What if the older woman feeding pigeons in the park was a retired warrior queen? This exercise allows you to create complex characters with intriguing backstories, ripe for the world of fantasy.

Travel Through Time: History is brimming with periods that, with a little twist, can become fantastic settings for your story. Victorian England's social hierarchies, the Renaissance's scientific innovations, and the fierce battles of Feudal Japan offer fertile ground for fantastical tales. Weave in elements of magic or mythical creatures, and you have an intoxicating cocktail of historical fact and enticing fantasy.

Bioinspiration – Fantasize with Flora and Fauna: The natural world is a veritable treasure trove of inspiration. Let's call this approach 'bioinspiration.' Start by exploring Earth's biodiversity's peculiar traits, behaviors, and survival mechanisms. Why not envision a species that communicates like whales but hunts like a pack of wolves? Or perhaps a plant that blooms under the moonlight and has the power to manipulate time? The possibilities are endless when you fuse the wonder of our world with a dash of fantasy.

Take a Hike (Literally!): When was the last time you truly engaged with the wilderness, the mountains, or the sea? Natural landscapes are rife with potential for fantasy storytelling. As you walk through a dense forest, consider the creatures that might inhabit such a place in a fantasy realm. That murmuring stream could be a water nymph's dwelling, and the wind howling through the canyon might be a dragon's call. Try to visualize your surroundings through the lens of fantasy — you may be surprised at what your imagination conjures up!

Harness the Power of Music: Like music, few things can stir the soul and spark the imagination. A piece of music can evoke many emotions and images depending on its rhythm, melody, and harmony. Try listening to music without lyrics (like classical, orchestral, or ambient music) and let your mind wander. Picture the scenes that the music evokes. Is that tranquil harp melody the song of a peaceful elven village? Does the tumultuous symphony represent the climax of an epic battle? Use these mental images as a springboard for your fantasy narrative.

So there it is, everyone. Five unique ways to draw up some inspiration. Go find your muse!! Probably shouldn't have said mine hides in a dumpster. I'm all about being superstitious, so I'm sure she'll never speak to me again.

Happy Writing,

Indigo Everly 

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Your mood and loyalty change with the tide, I look at the ground, every part of me dangling from your your tethering pride. There's an ocean between you and I. As a shiver walks down my spine, I silently remember the last time you made me want to die. 

The rejection dismantles my thoughts, it beings to shred my being, like a demon clawing out from the inside. Falling apart, I demand answers from the masochist, no mercy, just another second that I'm forced to survive. 

The darkness used to comfort me, now it's as cold as you. Once, I meant everything, but that was when I was new. Now I'm just a ghost in a house that isn't mine. You look at me only as something to put yourself inside. 

You can instantly focus on what's written here.

But what you don't notice is that there's too

Or just look at your posture you banana shaped turd.

And now look at you breathing all wrong. Take deep breaths!

When you need a life break There’s nothing quite like cake, And a coffee of course! To sit in the corner Listening to the murmurs Of fellow partakers, In between munches And scrummy fresh lunches, They put their world straight At such a fast rate! “Will you know how she is…” “Mm gets in such a tiss” “So I bought a soup maker!” Well, that’s an ice breaker! I’m going to stop right…

I think this will take some time 

Before the taste of loss really settles 

Beneath my tongue.

Before the bubble in the back of 

My throat stops threatening to 

Prompt an eruption of tears down my face.

It will take some time for me to process

The lack of your presence.

The absence of your affection.

The hole in our hearts.

It will take some time for me to miss you-