Episode #121: Interview with Tara Tyler, author of Broken Branch Falls, Pop Travel, and More
The Truth About Storytelling · Tyrean Martinson
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Show Notes
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Tara Tyler Talks (her website)
Notes: In this episode of The Truth About Storytelling, author and educator Tara Tyler joins the show for a lively conversation about imagination, craft, and creating worlds that feel both inventive and relatable. From futuristic teleportation hubs to fantasy communities filled with goblins, ogres, pixies, and centaurs, Tara shares how she builds settings rooted in real emotions, lived experiences, and thoughtful world structure.
The discussion explores:
worldbuilding across fantasy and sci-fi
how real-world places inspire fictional landscapes
why rules, culture, and technology matter in speculative stories
blending humor, adventure, and meaningful themes
writing for middle-grade and adult audiences
Whether you’re a writer, reader, teacher, or worldbuilding enthusiast, this conversation offers insight, inspiration, and a behind-the-scenes look into Tara Tyler’s creative process.