Small Publishing in a Big Universe

We are LIVE from the First Annual San Jose Book Festival on September 12, 2026 in San Jose, California.

In our interview LIVE from BayCon 2026, our events hosts Brian C.E. Buhl and Vanessa MacLaren-Wray sit down with Guests of Honor Charlie Jane Anders and Annalee Newitz.

We are LIVE from Loscon 51 (2025) from November 28, 2025 – November 30, 2025 in Los Angeles, California. Chapters (00:00:00) - Opening(00:00:28) - Author Stephannie Tallent(00:07:20) - Author Brandon Case(00:13:40) - Author Scott Kilburn(00:20:15) - Author Kendall Stark(00:25:05) - Author and Filmmaker T.L Young(00:30:45) - Closing

In our interview with audiobook producer Alex Moore, we discuss the process for producing full-cast audio productions.

In our interview with author Ben Schenkman, we discuss his latest novel, his advice for new authors, and the advantages of self-publishing over traditional publishing.

We are LIVE from Worldcon 2025 from August 13, 2025 – August 17, 2025 in Seattle, Washington.

We are LIVE from Worldcon 2025 from August 13, 2025 – August 17, 2025 in Seattle, Washington.

We are LIVE from Worldcon 2025 from August 13, 2025 – August 17, 2025 in Seattle, Washington.

In our interview with author Richard H Moon, we discuss his new novel, what drives him to write, and his advice for new authors.

In our interview with author M. Todd Gallowglas live at Loscon 50, we discuss his writing process and his advice for new authors.

We are LIVE from Baycon 2025 / Westercon 77 from July 4, 2025 – July 7, 2025 in Santa Clara, California.

We are LIVE from Baycon 2025 / Westercon 77 from July 4, 2025 – July 7, 2025 in Santa Clara, California.

In our interview with author Terry Campbell, we discuss his latest book, his experience writing during different periods in his life, his writing process, and his advice for new authors.

In our interview with author Arlo Z. Graves, we discuss their latest books and their advice for new writers.

In our interview with author Michael Fedor, we discuss his latest book, the advantages of self-publishing, and his advice for new writers.

In our interview with author Mel Gilden, we discuss how publishing has changed over the years and writing for young readers.

We are LIVE from Loscon 50 from November 29, 2024 – December 1, 2024 in Los Angeles, California.

In our interview with authors Mark London Williams and Douglas Rees, we discuss the processes and challenges of collaborative writing.

This episode features a panel discussion on horror with authors Hannah Birss, Arlo Z. Graves, Hannah Rebekah Graves, Alexandra Seidel, and Kelley York.

In our interview with author Lally Pia, MD, we discuss her latest book, her writing, and how her work influences her writing.

In our interview with author and editor Cait Gordon, we discuss neurodivergent and disabled characters in stories.

In our interview with author Greg Stone, we discuss his latest books, writing fiction and non-fiction, and his experiences with both traditional and self-publishing.

In our interview with author Palmer Pickering, we discuss her latest work, her writing strategies, and her advice for new writers.

Guest host Brian C. E. Buhl interviews author David Gerrold and discusses being authentic, remembering the importance of the literary shoulders of the authors on which writers stand, and pushing genre boundaries.

Guest host Vanessa MacLaren-Wray interviews author Clara Ward and discusses their new book and writing the stories that you always wanted to read yourself.

We are LIVE from Boskone 2024 from February 9 – 11, 2024 in Boston, Massachusetts.

We are LIVE from Arisia 2024 from January 11 – 15, 2024 in Boston, Massachusetts.

In our interview with editor Robert Runté, we discuss the different types of editors and the most common mistakes that new authors make in their writing.

In our panel discussion with guest host Brian Buhl, authors Daniel Fliederbaum, Hugh McCormack, Eddie Knight, and Greg Stone discuss their experiences of having their first work of fiction published.

Guest host Vanessa MacLaren-Wray discusses poetry with poets Taylor Byas, Wendy Van Camp, and Kory Vance.

In our interview with author Steven D. Brewer, we discuss his most recent and upcoming books, his experience with both small publishing and self-publishing, Esperanto, and haiku.

In our interview with author Ryan Southwick, we discuss his most recent books and his experience with both small publishing and self-publishing.

In our interview with author M.D. Neu, we discuss his most recent books and the recurring themes in his work.

In our interview with author and bookseller Dawn Vogel, we discuss the challenges involved in both self-publishing and small publishing.

For our 1-year anniversary episode, we ask authors Steven D. Brewer, L. A. Jacob, Vanessa MacLaren-Wray, and publisher Steven Radecki questions submitted by our listeners.

In the second part of our interview with author Vanessa MacLaren-Wray, we discuss her experience with critique groups and her advice for new authors.

In our panel discussion with authors Steven D. Brewer, Vanessa MacLaren-Wray, Steven Radecki, and Nancy Wood, we discuss the challenges and strategies in transitioning from technical writing to fiction writing.

In our interview with author Jay Hartlove, we discuss his latest novel, "The Insane God", and his insights into the publishing industry.

In our interview with author Nancy Wood, we discuss her mystery novels, her writing strategies, and adapting to a changing world when writing her fiction.

In our interview with author and anthology curator Elyse Russell, we discuss her current and upcoming projects, her new story, "Grey Mother Mountain", and what it's like to produce an anthology.

In our interview with audiobook producer and narrator Jenn Broda, we discuss the business and challenges of producing audiobooks.

Our guest host, author Vanessa MacLaren-Wray, interviews author Lisa Jacob about her latest novel, Carnival Farm, and her personal writing strategies.

In our interview with author Morgan Chalut, we discuss her first novel, "Seeker (The Unwoven Tapestry: Book One)", along with her writing habits and quirks.

In our interview with author Paul S. Moore, we discuss his series, "Stories in Glass", and his latest short story, "The Alchemist Daughter", along with his inspiration for these stories.

In the second part of our two-part interview with Steven Radecki, Managing Editor of Paper Angel Press, we discuss what authors should expect from his publishing company, and a bit about marketing and promotion.

In our first episode, we have the first part of our two-part interview with Steven Radecki, Managing Editor of Paper Angel Press.