Let's Talk Indie Publishing with Nicole Pierman
For anyone curious about the indie publishing path or already walking it.
A Review: The Galaxy and the Ground Within by Becky Chambers
When I finally decided that it was time to wrap up the series with The Galaxy and the Ground Within, I wondered how I’d feel having reached the end.
A Review: The Relentless Moon by Mary Robinette Kowal
Mary Robinette Kowal’s third entry to the series, The Relentless Moon, adds one more major genre to the mix: mystery.
The Relationship Between Horror and Fantasy
Despite their distinct characteristics, these genres share common ground in their ability to transport readers to otherworldly realms, explore the depths of human emotion, and confront the unknown. But how are these two genres related?
Authors & Coffee w/ John A. Douglas and Z.S. Diamanti
I recently had the pleasure of joining a livestream on YouTube hosted by my friend John A. Douglas, an indie fantasy author who I've collaborated with before. We were also joined by Z.S. Diamanti, another indie fantasy author who I hadn't met before.
A Review: A Prelude to Ashes by Thiago Abdalla
Adrian and Myrra are forbidden lovers and the children of their respective leaders.
Christmas Book Haul Unboxing
It's a magical fantasy and science fiction book haul unboxing: Christmas edition!
Creative Freedom as an Indie Author with John A. Douglas
We dig into the challenges and opportunities of being indie authors in today's publishing environment.
A Review: Stones of Light by Zack Argyle
Voice of War was a satisfying experience, and I wanted to see how the author executed his second work. Would it all fall apart or would he pull together a story as compelling as the first?
How Modern Literature Innovated Fantasy Fiction
Let’s journey back to the Modern Era, spanning the 16th to 20th centuries, and examine how it reshaped fantasy storytelling.
The Enduring Influence of Fairy Tales in Fantasy Fiction
What if I told you that the roots of modern fantasy can be traced back to the fairy tales we grew up with?
How King Arthur's Legend Lives on in Fantasy Novels
Dive into the captivating tale of King Arthur and learn how this enduring legend continues to shape our favorite stories today.
Office Hours: Mistborn Era 1
Your thoughtful and intelligent comments about the Mistborn Trilogy.
How Epic Poems Shaped Modern Fantasy Fiction
How epic poems have influenced the fantasy fiction we read today.
The Secret Myths Behind Your Favorite Fantasy Stories
There is an ancient, magical secret that explains why fantasy authors are so good at writing new stories.
A Review: The Shadow Rising by Robert Jordan
it’s the installment I always report as my favorite, but would it continue to hold that place in my mind?
A Review: The Eleventh Metal by Brandon Sanderson
If you’ve read this first Mistborn trilogy, you can’t go wrong with this one.