The Truth About Storytelling

I invite you to delve into writing with all five senses in this episode, or even take a small moment to celebrate one of the five senses in a short writing moment. Enjoy!

Today, I invite you to celebrate an accomplishment, a win, a milestone, a step, and write about it! :)

In this episode, I explore how you can view the difficulties and the joys of travel through a faith and writing lens. And, I share some writing prompts. Find more thoughts about these types of things here: Tyrean's Tales

In Mongolia, horses and herds aren't fenced, houses and yards are fenced. This is the opposite of how we fence things off in America, and it made me wonder, how far-reaching does this difference in mindset and language go? And could there be story fodder there?

In this episode, I discuss food facts, Chingiss Kahn facts, and camel facts from Mongolia.

Check out photos from my trip at my Instagram page and some on my website.InstagramTyrean's Tales

This episode was inspired by my trip to Mongolia, but it delves into why language matters in fiction writing and how we might use it.

Why do I say "ger" and not "yurt"? Find out here.

My Mongolia trip was a journey of faith in more ways than one. Listen to hear why and also to hear a humorous story about getting pulled over by police in a country in which you don't speak the language.

Why do decision points matter in fiction writing? Where do you make them? Where do your characters need to decide to continue the journey?Tyrean's Tales

Fast and fun facts about Mongolia and how these might change your writing.

Mongolia Reflections: First Days is part one of a four part series for September. For my first days in Mongolia, I grappled with jet lag, but was amazed by the faith and joy I found in my team and in fellow believers. I discuss this, sprinkle in an in-flight movie review, and add a few notes on mission work in today's world while celebrating culture and language.

In this episode, I reflect on my mission in Mongolia, but also reflect on writing fantasy as a Christian. In the midst of this "extra" episode, I share my faith, and talk about what's coming next on this podcast and in my writing.

In this episode, I talk about returning home from Mongolia and other words for home.

In this episode, I share more fun facts about Mongolia and some writing prompts.

In this episode, I discuss some fun facts about Mongolia and share some writing prompts.

In this episode, I share a Kickstarter Update, give two book reviews, talk about my Mongolia trip, and talk about the importance of claiming your stories and creativity. Link:To Speak Kickstarter

Two fresh poems—one from the treeline, one from the shore—plus a candid Kickstarter update, a goofy packing story, and a promise: the book is still coming.Kickstarter Link

In this episode, I discuss how alliteration bridges poetry and prose with example readings of "Winter's End" and the first sentence of Dark Blade Forged. To Speak Kickstarter Page

In this episode, I discuss lessons I learned at the Realm Makers Expo this year. This Friday, I'll have an extra episode about To Speak and Kickstarter. Tyrean's TalesTo Speak Kickstarter

Friends, the launch button has been pushed and To Speak: Poems of Inspired Courage, Wild Grace, and Sacred Ordinary is officially soaring on Kickstarter!Check it out!

In this episode, I discuss how words dance in poetic shapes, share my poem "Words Dance," and how understanding my strengths is helping me as a poet and writer. I also invite listeners to write poetry and discover their own strengths. Links: Tyrean's TalesTo Speak Kickstarter Page

In this episode, I discuss my vision and goals for the rest of 2025, my Kickstarter campaign, including a few tips I've learned so far, and read my Peace With the Wild poem from my poetry collection "To Speak: Poems of Inspired Courage, Wild Grace, and Sacred Ordinary.To Speak Kickstarter LinkBookfunnel for 25 Impossible Tales

In this episode, I discuss a couple of walks that took me from scarcity to abundance mindset, share some thoughts on poetry and gardens, Kickstarter campaigns, special edition books, and the Mongolia mission trip. Links: Get 25 Impossible Tales of Survivors, Flawed Heroes, and Annoyed Villains with The Weird, The Strange, The Uncanny Book Funnel. Tyrean's Tales

In this episode, I discuss my goals, Kickstarter, my upcoming trip to Mongolia, landscapes, and expanding our horizons, and how that affects our writing.Tyrean's Tales, my Website (find my newsletter sign up on the front page)The Emotional Craft of Fiction: How to Write the Story Beneath the Surface by Donald Maass (I mentioned this book, but couldn't remember the title while recording)Patreon

In this mashup/mosaic episode, I discuss a leap I'm taking into an adventurous mission trip, a bit about a poetry collection, and weapons from around the world for fantasy fiction writing.BookFunnel good through June 15th!Tyrean's Tales - My Website

In this episode, I discuss legendary swords and objects that have become a part of our shared imagination, and how they came to do so.Links:Christian Science Fiction and Fantasy Bookfunnel - 67 books!Tyrean's TalesPatreon Page - getting prepped for Mongolia and More

In this episode, I discuss the foundation of my imagination and how certain circumstances have caused me to wonder if I will always write what I write today. Links: 25 Impossible Tales of Survivors, Flawed Heroes, and Annoyed VillainsFree Adventures in Scifi and Fantasy for MAY - only good for a few more days!Chrisitan Authors Scifi and Fantasy through July 15th!

Swords are wildly impractical. And yet… we love them in stories. Here’s why they still cut deep.Plus, links:FREE Adventures in Sci-fi & Fantasy - MayChristian Authors SF&FNotes at Perplexity AI on Sword FightingTyrean's Tales

In this episode, I discuss the need for refilling the well with rest, 5 Ways to Encourage Readers, a book review of Salt in the Seas by Karyne Norton, and more!Links:Get Dark Secrets and other books FREE!Get Champion in the Darkness and other books FREE!Karyne Norton Salt in the SeasTyrean's Tales Website

In this episode, I get into how simplicity can help us be creative. Links and references:Free Adventures in Scifi and Fantasy in MayChristian Scifi and Fantasy for May

In this episode, I discuss goals and in-person events.Links and references:DL Fowler/Larry the Lincoln GuyTyrean's TalesApril BookFunnelMAY Free Adventures in Scifi and FantasyMAY Christian Authors SF and Fantasy

In this episode, I discuss special events, poetry, goals, and staying creative through unexpected events. Check out these links:Free Adventures in SciFi and Fantasy for AprilTyrean's TalesFourthwall Store

In this episode, I discuss my goals, inspirations from Val Kilmer's films, friendship in fantasy fiction, and industry shifts. Links: Colleen M. Story "What Val Kilmer Taught Me About Writing What Matters"Free Adventures in Scifi and FantasyTyrean's Tales

In this episode, I discuss writing news and legendary objects.References and Links: NaNoWriMoNaNoWriMo Closure NewsAtlantic Libgen ArticleTyrean's Tales Additional Article on Legendary Objects

In this episode, I ask and answer a fun question, then ask a serious question, and mention a book deal for April.Links and Mentions:Free Scifi and Fantasy for April IWSG - Tyrean's Tales

This episode explores the ups and downs of creative goals, the deeper meaning behind political intrigue in fantasy, and how legendary objects reflect a society’s ethics and beliefs. Join me as I navigate setbacks, world-building revelations, and the adventure of storytelling!Links: Free Adventures in Scifi and Fantasy for March Exclusive Scfi and Fantasy Deals for March Blog Article: What Purpose Does Political Intrigue Serve in a Fantasy Novel?

In this episode, I discuss the creative inspiration of the spring season, and how I am springing into creativity with fantasy, poetry, and big dreams with an upcoming Kickstarter project. Here are the Book Funnel Links: FREE Adventures in Sci-fi & Fantasy - MarchExclusive Scfi and Fantasy DealsTyrean's Tales Website

In this episode, I share a bit about my podcasting and writing goals, and how to start a podcast as an extra authentic peek behind the scenes, and in relation to my guest post at the Insecure Writer's Support Group this week.Links:Insecure Writer's Support Group Article on Podcasting Free Adventures in SciFi And Fantasy in March Exclusive Scifi & Fantasy Deals in March I also made a brief mention of The Creative Penn Podcast by Joanna Penn.

In this episode, I discuss ways to refill our creative wells, and when we need to take breaks to renew our creativity. In this episode, I mentioned Julia Cameron's book, The Artist's Way, and Self-Publishing with Alli - a podcast for independent authors. Links:Free Adventures in SciFi And Fantasy in MarchExclusive Scifi & Fantasy Deals in MarchTyrean's Tales - my website

Recorded on February 24, then delayed due to a power and internet outage, this week's episode is finally here! I'm discussing how to create and protect time blocks for authors.I mentioned: Deep Work by Cal Newport in this episode.Links: https://tyreanstales.com/No Spice Fantasy through February 28Patreon Post on Guarding Your Time

Hey, in today's episode, I discuss skill building for authors, and how we build our skills much like an athlete, or someone going through physical therapy, one moment at a time.In addition to this podcast, I have delved into this same subject in a slightly different way on my website in an article entitled: How to Train Like a Pro and Level Up Your Writing.Links: No Spice Fantasy in February

In this episode, recorded on February 11, 2025, I discuss my new camera set up, some industry news, some ideas about getting up, or getting going again, and leaning into our strengths. Links I mentioned:Author Nation Copyright Law No Spice Fantasy Book Sales Funnel Tyrean Tales

In this episode, I talk about the kind of curveballs that you can't walk off, and what to do about them when you want to keep some kind of writing momentum.

In this episode, I discuss something I rediscovered today - sometimes, I need to walk off the messy, muddy moments in creativity when things just don't seem right. Fresh air and movement can be the cure when we hit a creative wall, or get stuck in a muddy spot. Links: Free Adventures in SciFi and Fantasy through January 31, 2025. The Creative Penn Podcast Episode with Kevin J. AndersonTyrean Tales - website Shopify (under construction)Tyrean Tales Patreon (under construction) Youtube Rumble IG Dark Blade And Other Books With Those Characters

In this episode, I discuss some of my writing goals at work, but mainly focus on physical writing spaces and how they can help us go after our goals as writers.Links I mention:How to Be a Voice Actor (In 5 Simple Steps) by Jake PhillipsFREE Adventures in Sci-fi & Fantasy - January 2025TC Marti's Spirit SummonerMy Website

In this episode, I talk about why I create vision boards, how they can help with achieving our goals, courage, and a tiny bit about faith at the very, very end. I also mention a Book Funnel Link:FREE Adventures in Sci-fi & Fantasy - JanuaryHere's my website (currently going through revision): Tyrean's TalesI paraphrased wildly two quotes: “If you have built castles in the air, your work need not be lost; there is where they should be. Now put foundations under them” is attributed to Henry David Thoreau. It appears in his book Walden.And Matthew 25:14-26 (I retold this in paraphrase, and relied a bit on John 3:16)

In this episode, I discuss my goals for 2025 and the Why of creating writing habits, and what I mean by starting a writing habit (hint: it's not about massive word counts or three pages every day). Links: FREE Adventures in Sci-fi & FantasyTyrean's Tales WebsiteRumble ChannelThe Artist's Way by Julia Cameron5000 Words a Day by Chris Fox

In this episode, I discuss the need for celebration to create momentum for our goals, how I celebrated and am celebrating them for 2024, and how I am creating my 2025 Goals and Vision board.Link for the FREE books in the Book Funnel: Tales of Fellowship: Amazing Friendships & Found Family in Fantasy and Science FictionI also mentioned Habitica and Author Nation.I am preparing for Christmas by taking a week off from podcasting, but I hope you are all had a Merry Christmas and have a Happy New Year!

In this episode, I give a brief history of when and why I wrote "Footprints in the Snow," and then read the narrative story poem, finishing with more reflection on what I find fascinating about the Wenceslas story, and a note about what's coming next.In the show I mentioned: Write Edit Publish, a Writing Challenge OnlineAlso, this month, I am taking part in this Book Funnel with a Free book: Tales of Fellowship: Amazing Friendships & Found Family in Fantasy and Science FictionMerry Christmas!