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Send us Fan MailEpisode 24 is live! With me today is Jeffrey Yorio, author of several works of flash fiction and poetry as well as the vampire inspired horror fiction series Sundowners. In this episode, we discuss the first book in the series, Sundowners: Vampires are Only Human. Released in 2020 and set primarily in present day society, the novel tracks a development in the power structure amongst two vampire factions who, at the beginning of the novel, enjoy an uneasy truce. The strange disappearance of a major player disturbs the already shaky foundation of this truce, as both factions desperately race to find out what has happened. Join us as we chat about Ohio, rabies, and the science of vampires. Support indie authors and listen in!

Send us Fan MailEpisode 23 is upon us! With me today is Raphael Hernandez, author of the novel The Cemi and the Legends of the Taino. The novel weaves together two distinct narratives. The first follows a family from Chicago visiting their grandmother in Puerto Rico. During their stay, they explore their grandmothers “finca,” or farm, witnessing the cultivation of Yuca and coffee, the unique geography of the area, and the associated changes the modern world has introduced. During a stormy night, and subsequent loss of electricity, their grandmother Dona Maria, along with other family friends, share stories of Taino mythology with the children. Alexandra, a teenage girl with a focused interest in anthropology, takes particular interest in these tales.The second narrative consists of a retelling of fragments of Taino mythology from the Caribbean, specifically Puerto Rico, each linked with a particular experience of the visiting family.Join us as we discuss the importance of myth, environmental stewardship, and a bit of MCU-adjacent madness.

Send us Fan MailAnother episode, another wonderful conversation, this time with Cheryl Peña, author of the dystopic thriller Descent of the Vile. Descent narrates the activities of photographer Jackson Riley as he encounters a shocking turn of events which unfold in the wake of a very unusual photo shoot. Suddenly caught in a seemingly post-apocalyptic world with a mysterious woman named Nadine, both must navigate their way through a confusing and dangerous environment as they decipher what has happened.

Send us Fan MailEpisode 21 is here! With me today is horror author Paul Carro. Paul is an active member of the Horror Writers Association, and a creative force involved in a wide variety of work in the genre, ranging from his two critically acclaimed novels The House and Abject Fear, to serving as co-author and editor of the Little Coffee Shop of Horrors Anthology series, as well as writing and producing a number of cinematic screenplays in development. Today we will be discussing his most recent novella In the Shadows Where the Boys Used to Play. Join us as we talk about atmospheric horror, Boston, and the epic soundtrack to the movie Ladyhawke.Paul can be contacted on the following social media platforms:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PaulCarroHorror?mibextid=LQQJ4dTwitter: www.twitter.com/paulcarrohorrorInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/paulcarrohorror?igsh=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA%3D%3D&utm_source=qr

Send us Fan MailEpisode 20 is live! With me today is I.S. Fergus, the creative mind behind the comic book series/graphic novel Children of the Night. Set in a dystopic future circa 2335, the series documents the waning professional days of detective John Black as he gradually but persistently uncovers and exposes the nefarious machinations of the powerful Watanabe Corporation, all in the process of investigating the kidnapping of a homeless boy. Rife with futuristic depictions of ninjas, samurai and cowboys, the series fleshes out a cyberpunk world eerily similar to our own.I.S. Fergus can be contacted on the following social media platforms:Website: www.northridgestudios.comThreads: https://www.threads.net/@isfergusInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/isfergus/Music: Lazerhawk: King of the Streets, from the album Skull and SharkBuy it here, and support this awesome dude: https://lazerhawk.bandcamp.com/album/skull-and-shark

Send us Fan MailThis episode, we talk with author D.R. Schoel about his series of short stories revolving around The Galactic Culinary Society. Exactly what it sounds like, The Galactic Culinary Society takes as its mission the task of cataloguing, documenting, and preserving any and every interesting culinary creation at an intergalactic scale. Join us as we discuss, well, space food, colonialism, umami, pizza, and killer sourdough starter, all against the backdrop of laser guns and aliens. D.R. Schoel can be contacted on the following social media platforms:Threads: https://www.threads.net/@drschoelInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/drschoel/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DRSCHOEL/

Send us Fan MailAnother episode is live! Today I talk with science fiction author Gary Bloom about his debut novel Antares Ascended. The first installment in an epic series saturated with Machiavellian machinations, Antares Ascended breaths new life into many staples of science fiction. Join us as we chat about narrating political intrigue, practicality in battle, and, of course, defiling the sacred ground of one's enemies.

Send us Fan MailEpisode 18 is live! Joining me is Timothy Robare, author of numerous books spanning a wide assortment of genres. Today we discuss his newest novel, Tails of Battle: The Fox, the Jaguar, and the Mysterious Island. The first in his series Tails of Battle, the novel begins an epic saga narrating the political and military machinations of a world inhabited by humans, elves, and human animal hybrids. Saturated with epic battles, plot twists, more epic battles, a fair amount of political intrigue, and even more epic battles, this novel will appeal to anyone gravitating toward fantasy storytelling.

Send us Fan MailEpisode 16 is live! Today we talk with author Elm Jed about her novel Vinny the Vampire and Me, the first novel in her Mafia, Murder and Mayhem (as a Rom Com) series. Billed as a paranormal mafia romance, The novel takes place in a fictionalized rendition of contemporary society, where paranormal humanoids, including vampires, werewolves, daemons, ghouls, and incubi and succubi occupy a socially recognizable but oftentimes problematic space. Join us as we discuss mental health coping mechanisms, smells, and pointing guns at friends.Elm can be contacted on the following platforms.TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@elmojedi10?lang=enIG: https://www.instagram.com/elmojedi10/Books - Mostly Amazon HerePatreon - Link Here

Send us Fan MailEpisode 15 is live! With us for this episode are Mike and Barbara Gammage, the creative minds behind the publishing company “Mike Writes for Kids.” In addition to publishing books for children, they offer workshops, story-time events, and consultation. Their organization’s mission focuses on highlighting vital, but traditionally unheralded segments of professional life. Emphasizing the importance of involving representation for African-American children in this regard, the organization has won several awards for its publications and service. Their first book, “The Dreamlighters Go To Space,” which we’ll be discussing today, has been described as an “African-American version of the Magic School Bus.” Website: MikeWritesforKids.comInstagram: @MikeWritesforKidsTik Tok: @MikeWritesforKids

Send us Fan MailEpisode 14 is live! With me today is Laura Thompson, author of numerous books across numerous genres. Today, we discuss two of her novels which are part of the "Freak or Unique" YA series penned under her maiden name L.E. LaBarge. Join us as we chat about epilepsy, body dysmorphia, and strategies of empowering young adults in the face of adversity.Laura can best be reached on her website: https://lethompson06.wixsite.com/website-1

Send us Fan MailWhat happens when a sci-fi nerd interviews a romance author? A fantastic conversation, and nothing less! Join us in listening to Episode 13, where I talk with Regina Brownell, author of five romance novels. Today we discuss her debut novel The Two-Week Promise. Listen in as we talk about the therapeutic impact of light-hearted literature, growing up, and cinnamon rolls. Regina can be reached on the following platforms:Wordpress: https://reginabrownellauthor.wordpress.com/books/Website: https://linktr.ee/rbrownellauthorThreads: https://www.threads.net/@reginabrownell_authorInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/reginabrownell_author/

Send us Fan MailThis episode, science fiction author Phil Bailey and I discuss his novel Kelvoo's Testimonial: Surviving the Aftermath of human first contact, the first in his series Kelvoo's Chronicles. Join us as we chat about colonization allegories, art and cognition, and, briefly, sausage. Phil can be reached on the following social media platforms:Website: https://www.kelvoo.com/Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/kelvooinsta/Threads:https://www.threads.net/@kelvooinstaFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/Kelvoos_Testimonial

Send us Fan MailEpisode 11 is now available! Join us as we have a wonderful chat with Sarah Branson, author of several novels set in the world of New Earth. Today, we focus on the first book in the series, A Merry Life. Join us as we discuss post-apocalyptic worlds, pirates, trauma in YA literature, more pirates, and the efficacy of hitting things. Support indie authors and have a listen!Sarah can be reached on the following social media platforms:Website:https://www.sarahbranson.com/Threads:https://www.threads.net/@author_sarah_bransonInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/author_sarah_branson/Music from PixabayTurbo / Action Powerful Rock Logo / Intro Outro Rock Musicby SoulProdMusicEchoes of Eternityby AlexMakeMusicNews Theme LogoAUDIOREZOUTDischarge / Action Stylish Powerful Logoby SoulProdMusic

Send us Fan MailEpisode 10 is now live! My guest today is Philip Raymond Brown, author of the novels "It Gives You Strength" and "Harvesting Earthlings for Fun and Profit." Today, we focus on the former. Join us as we discuss the roarin' '20s, prohibition in the wake of World War 1, and the wonders of treating epilepsy in the early 20th century."It Gives You Strength" has received notable praise from several reviewers, some of which are listed below."... Brown’s prose undoubtedly captures the reader on the page. He makes the 1920s in upstate New York feel as exciting as an old-time thriller, with gun-wielding big shots, intense rivalries, and the perfect wildcard character."— Independent Book Review"A rip-roaring blend of space opera, history, and fantasy, this is entertainment at its best....A must-read!"— The Prairies Book Reviews"It’s been a while since I enjoyed a book this much. It’s a well written sci-fi fantasy with perfect pacing."— Emerald Book Reviews"Historical and sports fiction readers will fly through this book..."— Independent Book Review”Support independent authors and have a listen!Philip can be reached on the following social media platforms:Website:http://www.philipraymondbrown.com/Facebook:https://m.facebook.com/ItGivesYouStrength/?ref=bookmarksThreads:https://www.threads.net/@philipraymondbrownInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/philipraymondbrown/Email:[email protected] used in this episode procured through Pixabay:Tap Room Rag by geoffharvey https://pixabay.com/music/comedy-tap-room-rag-183462/Silent Movie Standard Version by Music_For_Videoshttps://pixabay.com/music/bloopers-silent-movie-standard-version-164256/Saloon Piano - Ragtime Retro Vintage Jazz Comedy Music by FreeGroovehttps://pixabay.com/music/solo-piano-saloon-piano-ragtime-retro-vintage-jazz-comedy-music-110970/Ragtime by faespencerhttps://pixabay.com/music/vintage-ragtime-193535/

Send us Fan MailEpisode 9 is now live! Our guest today is Matthew Eccles, author of the novel "Kevan Bevan and the BMX Time Loop." Join us as we discuss the unique ingenuity of Bill (Winter) and Ted (Reeves), effective ways to engage children with meaningful issues, and coal mining."Kevan Bevan and the BMX Time-Loop is available on Amazon in both digital and physical form. Support indie authors and have a listen!

Send us Fan MailIn our latest episode, we have a chat with John Simons. John is a creator of worlds, organizer of the masses, and, of course, author of the forthcoming novel The Saga of Bjorn Unfrid. Join John and myself as we discuss the art of storytelling, the 1980s, schizophrenia (a bit), all with a seasoning of mythology. Join indie authors and have a listen!

Send us Fan MailEpisode 7 is now live! Our guest this week is Robert John Jenson, author of the science fiction novel "All the Stars That Ever Were." Join us as have a discussion about the multiverse, time travel, our insignificant place in the cosmos, and...Bradberries. Remember to bring a towel.Robert can be reached on the following social media platforms:Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/robertjohnjensonThreads:https://www.threads.net/@r.j.jensonInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/r.j.jenson/

Send us Fan MailThis episode we talk with Margarita Artista, author of the urban fantasy novel The Phoenix Keeper and the City of the Sun. Join us as we talk about mythology, capitalism and narcissism, the narrative of strong female characters, and nuisance bugs. Margarita can be reached on the following social media platforms:margarita.artista.business@gmail.comwww.margaritaartista.comlinktr.ee/margaritaartistaThreads:https://www.threads.net/@margarita.artistaInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/margarita.artista/

Send us Fan MailThis episode we talk with Kimberly Davis Basso, the multi-talented incredible author of several works of literature. Join us as we talk about zombies and the medical establishment, the intersection of horror and humor, and sword fighting.Kimberly can be reached on the following platforms:Website: https://kdbassowrites.wixsite.com/kimberlydavisbassoFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/KDBwrites/X: https://twitter.com/KDBWritesThreads: https://www.threads.net/@kdbwritesInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/kdbwrites/

Send us Fan MailJoin us as we talk with Rusty Miller, author of the (graphic) novella Origins: A Knights of New Avalon Story. Rusty and I cover a number of topics, including originality within the creative process, the role of AI in the creative process, and the overarching coolness of 80s pop culture. Check out Rusty at the links below:Knights of New Avalon specific: https://www.facebook.com/KnightsOfNewAvalonMy socials, which generally share the KoNa posts - https://www.facebook.com/WhiteKnight714/@whiteknight714 on threadsAmazon -https://a.co/d/8VrjIUI

Send us Fan MailJoin us as we discuss cryptids, borderline misanthropic protagonists, and the History Channel. Mike's book "Misadventures of a Cryptid Hunter" is available on Amazon, and is well worth the read!

Send us Fan MailJoin us as we talk with Wayne M. Bailey, author of the 2022 science fiction novel "The Mars Migration." Wayne can be reached on the following social media platforms:Facebook page - https://www.facebook.com/authorwmbailey/X/Twitter - https://twitter.com/WayneUKwritingTiktok - https://www.tiktok.com/@themarsmigrationInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/marsmigration/A.C. Clarke Nomination: https://clarkeaward.medium.com/5-judges-988-172-368-possible-shortlist-combinations-64cbb71fcea4

Send us Fan MailJoin us as we talk with Charles House, author of the 2023 science fiction fantasy novel "Archblade: Legend of the Defiler." Charles can be reached on the following social media platforms:Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100088883996632Threads : https://www.threads.net/@archblade.c.a.houseInstagram : https://www.instagram.com/archblade.c.a.house/TikTok : https://www.tiktok.com/@archblade.ca.houseEmail : [email protected]

Send us Fan MailThe Martian, by Andy Weir. 50 Shades of Grey, by EL James. The Celestine Prophecy by James Redfield. Milk and Honey, by Rupi Kaur. All these works of literature are now quite well known, some on the border of being cultural phenomena. Both The Martian and 50 Shades of Grey have adapted into highly successful motion pictures. Milk and Honey, Kaur’s collection of poetry and abstract fiction, has sold over 3 million copies. Redfield’s The Celestine Prophecy has been translated into over 30 languages.Despite their disparate subject matter, all four of these works intersect at a meaningful point–they were all initially self-published. These, along with a plethora of other success stories, serve as inspiration for a multitude of aspiring authors who have chosen to self-publish their work. Our podcast Homespun Script is dedicated to telling their stories, talking with them about their work, and listening to their experiences as self-published authors.So, join us each episode as we interview a new indie or self-published author. You might just hear their name a bit more often in the future.