A writer dreams of publishing a wildly successful novel – incredible plot, characters, and theme. The book is so successful your publisher wants to create a calendar of images from your book. No movie version yet – so no famous actors and actresses. What images would you choose, to both sell the calendar and promote your book? This talk will open your eyes to the wonders of world building. Discover how authors create worlds that enchant and enthrall their readers, whisking them away to another place and time. World building is an art form that sets fantasy, science fiction and historical fiction apart from all other genres. Drawing on blockbusters like Star Wars, Star Trek, Dune, Shogun, James Bond and the author’s own Silk & Steel Saga, whether you are an aspiring writer or avid reader, come see how it is done.