The Hidden Psychology Behind Great World-Building with Gabriela Pereira | Episode 53
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The episode discusses the psychological aspects of world-building in storytelling, emphasizing the importance of the protagonist's perspective.
Writers often think world-building starts with maps, magic systems, political structures, or pages of lore. But what if it actually starts with your protagonist? In this excerpt from my conversation with Gabriela Pereira for WorldShift 2026, we explore one of the biggest mindset shifts writers can make about world-building. Gabriela explains why every story—not just fantasy or science fiction—involves world-building, and introduces her fascinating psychology-inspired framework that puts the p...
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