Lilly Inkwood and the Fantasy Spy Thriller

One of the things we love at Mythmakers is to meet new fantasy authors. Germany-based author, Lilly Inkwood, originally from Easter Europe and who writes in impeccable English, is about to launch the first of her fantasy trilogy with HarperCollins called ‘The Kingdom is a Golden Cage’ (coming out in the Summer). Hear how she takes inspiration from real history, as well as fairy tales, to produce a story which reads like a twisty spy thriller. You'll never look at Puss in Boots the same way again! Stick around for Lilly and Julia's top tips for fantasy writing.

Mythmakers is the podcast for fantasy fans and creatives, brought to you by the Oxford Centre for Fantasy. In each episode, we embark on an exploration of the world of fantasy—both classic and contemporary. From the stories behind your favourite series to expert tips for aspiring writers, we dive into books, films, TV shows, and the creative process behind them.

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