Writing process

Titelbild zum Artikel „Willkommen in der Welt von Triarchia – Ein Überblick“ von Michael Sell.
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Welcome to the World of Triarchia – An Overview

The world of Triarchia is a place of balance, strict order and deep social division. Three great spheres characterize this system, each with its own laws, values and duties. For centuries, they have existed in a fragile peace that is only maintained by adherence to the “Old Rules”. But the “Old Rules” enforce slavery, bondage and separation from nature and progress. And beneath the surface, conflicts simmer, and not everyone submits to their predetermined fate.

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1. April 2025
Titelbild für den Artikel „Warum wir bestimmte Geschichten immer wieder erzählen“ von Michael Sell.
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Why we tell certain stories over and over again

Sometimes it seems as if we are stuck in an endless loop of the same stories: The hero resists temptation and saves the world, two lovers overcome obstacles to come together, or a young outsider discovers his true destiny. But why do storytellers in books and films always fall back on the same patterns? The answer lies deep within our human nature.

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20. March 2025
Titelbild zum Artikel „Handwerk: Inspiration fürs Schreiben“ von Michael Sell. Foto © Pexels via Pixabay
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Craft: Inspiration for Writing

Do you know this? Lost in thought, you scroll through the daily flood of emails, news and advertising – and suddenly you get stuck on something that surprises you and won’t let go. That’s what happened to me when I came across a link to a new course by Brandon Sanderson. Maybe you know him: He has already published an impressive series of lectures on writing at Brigham Young University several times – free of charge and in English (Brandon Sanderson’s Writing Lecture #1).

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4. February 2025
Cover image from the article “Introduction: The world of Triarchia” by writer Michael Sell. | Illustration © May Mind
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Introduction: The world of Triarchia

Get a first insight into the world of my upcoming novel. Discover the background, such as the Great Wars and the downfall of Nemoris, the tripartition and creation of Triarchia, the Old Rules and the Council, society and the shadows of Triarchia.

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16. January 2025
Cover picture for the article “Behind the scenes of ‘Rock Dreams’” by Michael Sell.
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Behind the scenes of “Rock Dreams”

I’ve always believed that music is a language that connects people. With Rock Dreams, I wanted to show what’s behind this language – the struggles, the passion and the moments that change everything.

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6. January 2025