Podcasts about fantasy fiction

In this week's episode... The team gets all the can from Joe for right now and decide to pay the new history teacher, Candle a visit to learn what they can about their presumed next stop, Lingersville.

We are delighted to celebrate these recent reviews of fantasy fiction that we've loved! The Ozma Awards close at the end of June!

In this week's episode... Bonwyn rejoins the group deep beneath the school, where a confused but determined Joe struggles to piece together memories that may hold the key to everything. As more clues surface, the path ahead becomes clearer and all signs point toward the strange, former, town of Lingersville.

Episode #171 has Veronica and Laurie diving into industry news and events, manuscript assessment pros and cons, and science fiction craft writing books. We chat with the fabulous Amie Kaufman about her latest book Red Star Rebels, her writing day, her dissertation topic, useful writing podcasts, thoughts on how we should go to the stars, and so much more. Plus Amie shares practical tips and helpful advice for all writers and tells us some wonderful stories.Book spotlights:1. All in on Tomorrow by James Ynson - memoir2. Embers of Doubt by D.T. Bella - fantasy3. Shrewd Little Sleuth by Scott Leckie - Biography4. Deck the Hall by Susan Horsnell - Romance5. Time Kneels Between Mountains By Amra Pajalić - Historical6. Hollow Peak by Max Jeffries - mystery7. Little Book of Influence by Jordana Borensztajn - non-fictionIntro - 00:57Industry News - 04:01Book Spotlights - 20:22Author Interview with Amie Kaufman - 41:01Post Interview chat - 1:51:52Quotes - 1:53:29Support the showThanks for listening.Visit australianbooklovers.com to learn more.

In this week's episode... Finding the Hall Monitor in the basement of a school leads the team to some interesting questions about the history of Vintersmouth and it's tie to the Weeping Archives.

If you fell in love with fantasy literature back in the 1980s or 1990s… and then disappeared into adulthood for a few decades… this episode is your survival guide for returning to fantasy in 2026.Because things have CHANGED.In this fun and humorous Fantasy for the Ages episode, Jim walks returning fantasy readers through the modern fantasy landscape:⚔️ Grimdark⚔️ Cozy Fantasy⚔️ Romantasy⚔️ LitRPG⚔️ Progression Fantasy⚔️ BookTok⚔️ Self-publishing revolutions⚔️ Modern fandom culture⚔️ “Canceled” fantasy authors⚔️ And yes… A Song of Ice and Fire STILL isn't finished.Along the way, we discuss the biggest fantasy authors who rose to prominence while you were away, the major themes that dominate fantasy today, what older readers may miss about classic fantasy, and which modern authors still capture that old-school epic fantasy spirit.Whether you grew up on Tolkien, Brooks, Feist, Eddings, Dragonlance, or early Wheel of Time, this episode is designed as a public service announcement for the retired fantasy reader finally returning to the genre they once loved.Welcome back to fantasy. It got weird while you were gone.

We're joined by Naomi Clark (NYU Game Center, Consentacle, A Game Design Vocabulary) and Frank Lantz (Q-UP, Universal Paperclips, also NYU Game Center) to discuss Corrypt, a totally normal block-moving game where nothing weird happens. It's the fifth installment of All Systems Brough, our yearlong special series exploring the playable arcana of Michael Brough. This episode: Corrypt Next Month: VESPER.5 Audio edited by Dylan Shumway. Discussed in this episode: Corrypt https://mightyvision.blogspot.com/2012/12/corrypt.html  868-BACK (Launching May 28, 2026! Wishlist now!!) https://store.steampowered.com/app/3304110/868BACK/  Michael Brough's Website https://www.smestorp.com/  The Talk of Magicians – Liz Ryerson https://ellaguro.blogspot.com/2013/08/the-talk-of-magicians.html I Solved Klotski – 2swap https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YGLNyHd2w10  Corrypt Post-Cariem – Michael Brough https://mightyvision.blogspot.com/2014/07/corrypt-post-cariem.html  Michael Brough: Going with the grain (A MAZE. Indie Connect 2013, Berlin) – A MAZE https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RYXInr3N5UQ  Game Title https://www.glorioustrainwrecks.com/node/2258 Game Title: Lost Levels https://www.glorioustrainwrecks.com/node/2268 Stephen Gillmurphy's definition of videogames https://www.harmonyzone.org/Videogames.html  Fractal Block World https://store.steampowered.com/app/1540570/Fractal_Block_World/  Road to the IGF: Michael Brough's Corrypt  https://www.gamedeveloper.com/design/road-to-the-igf-michael-brough-s-i-corrypt-i-  Michael Brough - The Roots of Roguelikes in Fantasy Fiction https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JpX2wWwhKdE  Corrypt Speedrun (5:44) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8BAVUc_2SEc  Donkeyspace (Frank Lantz's Blog) https://franklantz.substack.com/ NYU Game Center Spring Showcase https://gamecenter.nyu.edu/event/nyu-game-center-spring-showcase-2026/ https://secretlives.games/  https://discord.gg/tslog https://www.patreon.com/tslog

In this week's episode... The group's effort to retrieve Cogsworth Quackleton reveals a mysterious secret beneath the Vintersmouth School basement that appears to have been locked away for quite a some time.

In this week's episode... Bizard and Kav meet up with Alydin at the school to review some of her readings on Artificing. While there, the group uncovers strange events that lead them to start asking questions about the staff and renovations.

In this week's episode... Strange visions and altered property gives the group more questions as they get ready to meet up at Cave to find out what Oak was able to uncover about Lingersville.

Join us for an enthralling episode of The Brand Called You, where host Ashutosh Garg explores the imaginative world of acclaimed Pennsylvania-based author Richard Spegal. Hear how his military service shaped both his worldview and his writing, why he believes adult fantasy readers are often overlooked, and the profound themes woven into his popular trilogies, Eternal Nights and Wolves and Ravens. From the challenges of immortality to forbidden love and moral ambiguity, this conversation dives deep into what lies beneath the surface of supernatural fiction—and the thought-provoking questions it raises about humanity. If you enjoy compelling storytelling with strong, relatable characters, this episode is not to be missed!

In this week's episode... Bonwyn and Bizard make a visit to Oak's office to see if they can find anything out about Lingersville while Kavlaran tends to his duties by the collapsed entrance.

In this week's episode... As the walls crumble around them, the team must make a quick escape from this false entrance.

In this week's episode... With a set of tomes, each implying some unwanted truth to the groups lives, a final selection may lead them closer to The Weeping Archive.

In this week's episode... The group, along with Alistair, enter a mysterious doorway that appeared in Vintersmouth's town square.

To hear this episode in it's entirety, subscribe to our Patreon at https://patreon.com/americanexception Aaron and Max Arvo discuss One Battle After Another —the 2025 film directed by Paul Thomas Anderson, starring Leonardo DiCaprio, and based on the 1990 novel, Vineland by Thomas Pynchon. We recommend that people watch the film before listening since we don't attempt to give any real synopsis, nor do we avoid spoilers. Listen at your own risk! Follow and support Max Arvo on Substack! American Exception followers on Patreon get first access to new episodes, and paid subscribers enjoy the entire library of the best historical analysis of deep events on the American Exception podcast.  Subscribe to our Patreon at https://patreon.com/americanexception We are also on youtube at https://www.youtube.com/@americanexception9407 Music: “Old Movies” by Mock Orange Special thanks to Dana Chavarria for producing the episode!!

In this week's episode... Kav returns to Vintersmouth and the team catch each other up as increasingly strange things begin to happen... again... The town bells begin to toll leading them to a new connection to the Weeping Archive.

In this week's episode... Kav is sent to find Gary and that's everyone's chance to get what they came for from Harriston! Plus, you know what makes for a great wedding? Impromptu speeches! Kav's just lucky he gets to head back to Vintersmouth after this wedding!

In this week's episode... Kav continues to run interference while his father's ex-wives secretly (or not) bring their own motivations to the day's main event! Includes lots of booze, tissues and sticky hands!

Today I'll share my top books to read in 2026. I'll share some physical books from my bookshelf that I hope to read as well as some kindle books. I hope you enjoy the soft-spoken, lo fi ASMR chit chat and book sounds. Enjoy!Youtube Video Version: https://youtu.be/cWTdQy2rUFsSubscribe to my ASMR Youtube Channel https://www.youtube.com/PetiteStacy

In this week's episode... Arriving with JUST enough time to spare at his father's fifth wedding, Kavlaran is given a task of the greatest importance. Keep his father's previous wives away from each other and do his best to avoid anyone making ANY scenes!

In this week's episode... Alistair reconnects with the party and Bizard asks the tough questions, while some hard truths are laid on the entire party by a couple snarky books with too much to say!

In this week's episode... The party heads home from the Ghost Elk hunt expecting a quiet return… and instead finds chaos in the town square. Also: Bizard shows up after being MIA for days, covered in mysterious injuries. What exactly has he been up to?

Happy New Year! We return with an in-depth creator chat between Russ, Kyle and two of the voices behind The Adventures of Bud and Herb Evan Bivins and Anna "Fitz" Fitzgerald. In this nearly hour long conversation we walk through each other's process, what we have found rewarding about actual play podcasting and SO MUCH MORE! We had an absolute blast speaking with them and look forward to more collaborations to come. After the chat you'll hear an episode of The Adventures of Bud and Herb - Out in the KoldhørnThe Adventures of Bud & Herb is a hybrid show — half polished audio fiction, half actual play — but all one big unfolding story. If you've ever wished a TTRPG podcast felt like a TV show in your ears, this is it. The first half of the season is scripted, the second half is played in a game of Daggerheart by Darrington Press. No one, including the creators, know how the season will end. TPK anyone?The Adventures of Bud and Herb website: https://www.enterthepocketdimension.com/the-adventures-of-bud-and-herbListen and follow anywhere amazing podcasts are found!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Today is a special episode because not only is it the last episode of 2025, but also the final installment of this series is OUT NOW! If you've started reading it, let me know your thoughts. You've been following along since I begun writing it, and know all about the ups and downs. Here's a little insight on how it all went down when I thought of the idea and potentially what's next. Magic Reborn can be found through this link: https://www.jeffekennedy.com/magic-rebornHere's to 2026!Support the showAmong the Thorns line edits are D-O-N-E DONE! Preorder here In case you missed it, Strange Familiar Audio Book is now available on Youtube ~ Listen for free here You can find the Owl Crate signed edition of Never the Roses here A very beautiful hardcover edition can be found here The audio book can be listened to here And Kindle Unlimited has Never the Roses digital version! Your friendly neighborhood author is doing author-ly things this upcoming month! Hummingbird House is officially OPEN FOR BOOKING Book your next writer retreat at Hummingbird House in Santa Fe here Upcoming Events ~ LoveLitCon is a weekend of romantasy and bookish fun and I will be attending! Buy LoveLitCon tickets here using LOVE8368 for $10 OFF! https://lovelit.com/ Tuscon Festival of Books is March 14th-15th this year! See you there *Wink* ...

Send us a textIn this engaging episode of Living the Dream with Curveball, we are excited to welcome Ruth Douthitt, an award-winning Christian fiction author, speaker, podcaster, and professional artist. Ruth shares her fascinating journey from aspiring art teacher to becoming a multi-genre author, revealing how unexpected life changes led her to embrace writing. She discusses her diverse body of work, including middle-grade fantasy, cozy mysteries, and psychological suspense, captivating listeners with her unique storytelling style and the inspirations behind her books. Ruth also opens up about her experiences with mental health and wellness, emphasizing the therapeutic power of the arts in processing grief and trauma. Tune in as she offers invaluable advice for aspiring writers navigating the publishing industry, highlighting the importance of professional editing and cover design. With a heartwarming blend of personal anecdotes and practical insights, this episode is a must-listen for anyone interested in the writing process and the impact of creativity on mental health. Discover more about Ruth and her work at www.artbyruth.com.Support the show

Here, at the end of their journey, Oisin and his kin must face the truth of their fate and the cost of all that has been lost. As the Rot Warden rises to meet them, the balance of the Grove hangs by a single, fragile thread...Help our tales travel further: leave a review, drop a comment, or share the episode link on your socials. Tag us @d8dungeon so we can thank you properly.Join our ⁠Discord⁠ for more shenanigans, content and meet others in the D8Dungeon community click here!CastDungeon Master -⁠ Declan⁠Oisin Meadowmoon - ApolloOld Screech - NunoCosain Foxglove - DreadBréagan - DylanTitle Card Art by ⁠DeclanGet in touch with us: ⁠d8dungeon@gmail.com

In this week's episode... With a mysterious reveal, the group is left with more questions than answers! If only Bizard was here!

In this week's episode... Bonwyn, Kav and Alydin are invited on an exploratory expedition to see if rumors are true about a mysterious Ghost Elk in the Verboten Forest. A fun day out and a trial run for joining Folen and his crew on their upcoming adventure!

Bestselling fantasy author Katie Cross is one of the most comfortable authors I have ever read. “Miss Mabel's School for Girls” is the first book in the Network Series. In this episode, Katie shares her journey as a writer, the inspiration behind her books, and the importance of engaging with readers. She discusses her unique approach to storytelling, character development, and the magic system in her works. Katie emphasizes the significance of mindset in overcoming challenges and the value of self-publishing. The conversation also explores the balance between family life and a writing career, as well as the impact of conventions on reader engagement. She can be found at https://katiecrossbooks.com/

Bestselling fantasy author Katie Cross is one of the most comfortable authors I have ever read. “Miss Mabel's School for Girls” is the first book in the Network Series. In this episode, Katie shares her journey as a writer, the inspiration behind her books, and the importance of engaging with readers. She discusses her unique approach to storytelling, character development, and the magic system in her works. Katie emphasizes the significance of mindset in overcoming challenges and the value of self-publishing. The conversation also explores the balance between family life and a writing career, as well as the impact of conventions on reader engagement. She can be found at katiecrossbooks.com/

In this week's episode... The sleepy traveler wakes up long enough to tell Bonwyn, Kav and Alydin about his great calling and need for a group... just like theirs... to escort him on a very important quest!

Writerly Advice on how to make smart business decisions as a writer, and how to avoid pitfalls - like DEBT. Are special editions business savvy? Is buying 500 special editions business savvy? You are a miner being sold a shovel, and it's important to inquire whether you can afford the shovel or not. In other news, Among the Thorns line edits will need to take priority over Magic Reborn, which will now be here at the end of the year. Stay tuned for Lust, Lies and Ley Lines. More information on that coming soon...Speaking of special editions, you can find the Owl Crate signed edition hereA very beautiful hardcover edition can be found hereThe audio book can be listened to hereAnd Kindle Unlimited has Never the Roses digital version! Your friendly neighborhood author is doing author-ly things this upcoming month! Hummingbird House is officially OPEN FOR BOOKING

In this week's episode... Bonwyn makes good on Folen Varam's order while a new opportunity is presented. The group reflect on the strange occurrences since their return to Vintersmouth.

It's Halloween, a year after Santa Baby and his elves escaped the North Pole. We catch up with the crew who have started their own Real Estate company in Malibu. Now arrived at their new listing, the team tries to set-up for the open house while a mysterious visitor triggers a very dangerous serious of hilarious events!Content Warning: Strong Language, Comedic Danger, Gunshots and Violence

Christmas card reveal from a girl's trip this past weekend to the beautiful Taos! Resetting the well involves crafting and I'm proud to report, my well is very full. The realities of independent publishing versus traditional publishing, the true meaning behind Never the Roses, and racking up for Magic Reborn. Also, autumn.Your friendly neighborhood author is doing author-ly things this upcoming month! Hummingbird House is officially OPEN FOR BOOKING

It's Halloween, a year after Santa Baby and his elves escaped the North Pole. We catch up with the crew who have started their own Real Estate company in Malibu. The group heads out to check out their new listing and set up for their open house...Content Warning: Strong Language, Comedic Danger, Gunshots and Violence

Marie Lu, Olivie Blake & Alix E HarrowPhilippa interviews 3 leading fantasy writers about their new books.Marie Lu about her book Red City and you can buy the book here: https://uk.bookshop.org/a/16356/9781035079414Olivie Blake about her book Girl Dinner and you can buy the book here: https://uk.bookshop.org/a/16356/9781035011421Alix E Harrow about The Everlasting and you buy the book here: https://uk.bookshop.org/a/16356/9781529061178You can contact Philippa at: Email quickbookreviews@outlook.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/quick_book_reviewsThreads: @quick_book_reviewsTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@quickbookreviewsX: https://x.com/quickbookrevie3Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/quickbookreviews.bsky.social Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

"Art is the lie that enables us to realize the truth." - Pablo Picasso said and then painted Guerica in response to the 1937 bombing of the Basque town of Guernica by Nazi and Fascist forces. “The artist's role is not to look away.” - Akira Kurosawa, Japanese filmmaker once said and then directed High and Low, a film about the moral dilemmas of a capitalist society and the consequences. “Art holds up the mirror to nature.” - William Shakespeare, Hamlet (Act 3, Scene 2) a sentiment similar to Aristotle, who once said "Art imitates life." The duty and role of an artist in society is not always to simply entertain. For more information about the No Kings protest, please visit https://www.nokings.orgAmong the Thorns will be here July 14th - Preorder available following this link herePreorder MAGIC REBORN hereSTRANGE FAMILIAR is liveJoin my Patreon and Discord for mentoringYou can always buy print copies of my books from my local indie, Beastly Books!Sign up for my newsletter! Support the show! Buy LoveLitCon tickets here using LOVE8368 for $10 OFF!Signed bookplates available hereThe posture correcting sports bra I love almost more than life itself can be found hereAs always, thank you for watching and let me know what you think ~ Jeffe KennedySupport the showSocials Join my Patreon and Discord for mentoring Sign up for my newsletter! Support the show! Find me on Threads Visit my website Follow me on Amazon Follow me on BookBub Find me on Instagram and TikTok! @jeffekennedy2016 @jeffe_kennedy The posture correcting sports bra I love almost more than life itself can be found here Thank you for watching or listening! See you all soon.

Taking a break from our regularly scheduled programming to bring you the latest release from our OTHER show, Facing Fate! We launched the new season this week, Chromeheads & Corpos. A Cyberpunk RED Actual play referee'd by Kyle! Welcome to Babyok Gardens, the home of characters and the start of our adventure. We spend some time meeting Dino Dinovic, 0b51d14n, Glass and Lollipop as they make arrangements ahead of the apartment potluck tonight.***********Follow and Listen to Facing Fate: Chromeheads & Corpos by searching for FACING FATE anywhere podcasts are found.***********Credits:0b51d14n - Carla MaxtedLollipop - Amy MoreDino Dinovic - Russ MoreGlass - Tom LairdReferee - Kyle ClasetDialogue Editing and Sound Design by Russ MoreMusic & SFX:Chromeheads & Corpos Theme Music - Eli Hamada McIlveenEpidemicSound.comSoundsnap.comSound Ideas***********Game System: Cyberpunk REDStory Based: The ApartmentCover Art by KC Bailey***********Support Us:Visit https://www.Patreon.com/DumbDragonCast.***********Find and support our sponsors at: fableandfolly.com/partners***********email - hello@dumbdragons.comInstagram- https://www.instagram.com/facingfatecastSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this week's episode... With Kavlaran's trial freshly behind them, the team tries to return to a semblance of normal routine. Tending the store, creating artifacts from borrowed goods, and being allowed to even step foot in City Hall again!

In this week's episode... Breaking out of secret prison seemed so easy! Now the team is on a path to find evidence to clear Kavlaran and Nina's names, but something mysterious has moved in beneath the streets of Vintersmouth that has everyone on edge!

In this week's episode... Having been mysteriously hoodwinked (yet-again!) Thurston and crew are reunited with his client, Kavlaran and the long-missing Nina. They now all find themselves in need of a quick escape before they become a part of the decor.

Send us a textJoin us for an insightful episode of Living the Dream with Curveball as we welcome the talented author J.F. Monroe, creator of the captivating Legacy of the Four trilogy. J.F. shares her journey from aspiring writer to published author, emphasizing the importance of building relatable characters amidst fantastical settings. Discover her unique approach to blending romance with high-stakes fantasy, and how her characters' emotional struggles resonate with readers on a profound level. J.F. also reveals her cinematic vision for her work and the pivotal lessons she has learned throughout her writing process. With her upcoming book release just around the corner, this episode is filled with inspiration and motivation for anyone pursuing their dreams.