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Multimedia a go go

  • 21-09-2011 4:35pm
    #1
    FewFew
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    I'm currently in the process of cranking up my skill level in a number of areas. By the end of my adventure I'll be able to create a fully interactive multimedia site for my novels (or more accurately, the world my novels are set in.)

    So, a few questions...

    Which, in your opinion, would be more effective: A website to act as an intro to the novels, or a website that complements (thanks BW) the novels?

    How much of the world should I reveal on the website? My books are all about werewolves and such things, but I'm getting feedback that I'm doing it in quite a different way than most, so do I spell out "the rules" on the website, or should the reader learn such things as they go?

    My books reference a lot of real world locations, I was considering setting up an interactive map where you can click on locations and see video footage. Will this help the reader, or is it more likely to ruin the locations they've imagined?


    Just a few points I'm wondering about... :)


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  • #2
    cyberwolf77
    Moderators, Science, Health & Environment Moderators, Social & Fun Moderators Posts: 47,854 Mod ✭✭✭✭cyberwolf77


    Fewcifur wrote: »
    I'm currently in the process of cranking up my skill level in a number of areas. By the end of my adventure I'll be able to create a fully interactive multimedia site for my novels (or more accurately, the world my novels are set in.)

    So, a few questions...

    Which, in your opinion, would be more effective: A website to act as an intro to the novels, or a website that complements (thanks BW) the novels?

    Go for a complementary website. Seems like it would work better
    How much of the world should I reveal on the website? My books are all about werewolves and such things, but I'm getting feedback that I'm doing it in quite a different way than most, so do I spell out "the rules" on the website, or should the reader learn such things as they go?
    Give folks a rough idea as what to expect rather than leading by the hand through every little detail
    My books reference a lot of real world locations, I was considering setting up an interactive map where you can click on locations and see video footage. Will this help the reader, or is it more likely to ruin the locations they've imagined?
    I like this idea quite a bit. Might be a boon for your readers who live outside of Ireland and may not be as familiar with the geography of the region.


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