Category: Writing
The “Writing” category gathers all articles related to my work as an author: creative insights, behind-the-scenes content, writing techniques, and reflections on light novel storytelling.
Here you will find discussions on narrative structure, character development, worldbuilding, and the methods that shape a light novel or isekai work.
This section is meant for both curious readers and aspiring writers who want to understand the creative choices, tools, and techniques that support the writing process behind ISEKAI – The Otherworlder’s Heir.
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Why Lore Is Essential in an Isekai
You can’t build a story on empty space The issue is simple: when you set out to build an isekai and want to combine action, challenges, humor, romance, or drama, none of it can exist in a vacuum.These elements do not emerge on their own. They arise from interactions, shaped by an environment, social rules,…
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From Passionate Reader to Creator: My Path to Light Novels
The COVID Context It all began during the COVID period. Successive restrictions created an artificial isolation that many people deeply felt. Even simple everyday actions became complicated. Like many others, I started looking for ways to escape—forms of entertainment capable of lightening the weight of that unusual time. I am not a heavy television consumer.…
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Novel, Manga, Light novel: What are the differences?
The terms novel, manga, and light novel are often used interchangeably, even though they refer to very different narrative forms, both in structure and in audience and intent. Understanding these distinctions not only helps readers choose works better suited to their tastes, but also prevents misunderstandings when discovering stories rooted in contemporary Japanese culture. The…
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What Is an Isekai? Definition, Origins, and Genre Tropes
Isekai is one of the most popular genres in modern Japanese storytelling, spanning manga, light novels, and anime. It features a protagonist who is transported, summoned, or reincarnated into another world—often radically different from our own. Since the 2010s, isekai has experienced a spectacular rise. Sword Art Online, Re:Zero, Mushoku Tensei, Overlord—these titles pushed the…