With plans for the paperback version of Shadows in the Stone underway, I realised today that I need a map of my fantasy world: Ath-o’Lea!

I’ve already completed the initial sketches and the second draft, decided on place names, compass position and various other things I want to add. Still, I don’t have it print ready; just the draft. I need to hand-draw the sea dragons and decide on the final design of the compass rose and Key.

Here’s what I have so far. I created it on paper, scanned it and plugged in the extra items and place names. I’m not happy with the font, so I’ll have to find something more fantasy-like. This was done with the Ulead program, but for my final version, I’ll use Power Point.

If you’re in the midst of drawing a map for your world, check out the following blogs:

1) The World of Ryallon

2) Storm the Castle

3) Fantasy Maps

4) Geek with Curves

5) Fantasy Faction

Now it’s back to my paper and pencils to map my way through Ath-o’Lea.