Creating a fictional language

How do you create names for your fictional people and places? Do you make a unique creation, base it loosely on earth, or try to find some middle ground between the two? How do you mold random names and phrases into some consistent? This is a fakers guide to create fictional languages.

From the Klingon language in the Star Trek universe to the Na'vi language from James Cameron's Avatar, fictional languages can go a long way towards making a work of fiction feel real. Making a can be an intense undertaking because the...

If you're writing fantasy of sci-fi, you may need to create fictional languages. Here are five concrete tips for imagining new languages in realistic ways.

Natural laws and man-made laws effect your story greatly. Consider the “gravity” of this chapter in my new world building book!

Last week Gabrielle shared reflections on what learning Mandarin Chinese has taught her about language—and by extension, inventing a new language. She continues the mini-series today.

The Lazy Worldbuilder's Guide to Conlang - Scribes & Archers

Creating a language from scratch can seem scary, but it doesn't have to be! Let's check out these 5 tips, designed for non-conlangers.

TweetPin3EmailShare If you’ve created a fictional society, species, or even an entire world, then you’re probably looking for ways to make it seem more authentic. One of the ways to... Read more »

It might be likely that your upcoming fiction novel needs a made-up language. This infographic teaches you how to create conlangs for all your literary needs.