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68. Paranormal Places 41:57

1d ago41:57

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Horror Author John James Minster returns to the podcast to talk about paranormal places located around the northeast region of the United States, as well as the Christian belief system of demons, ghosts, and spirits that fuels the local lore. The video version of this episode can be found on Spotify and YouTube. Speculative Sandbox is for entertain…

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Observables 31:20

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Ep. 80: Reaper Man by Terry Pratchett 1:06:58

26d ago1:06:58

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Death? Discworld? Definitely! Support the network and gain access to over fifty bonus episodes by becoming a patron on ⁠Patreon⁠. Want more science fiction in your life? Check out ⁠The Gene Wolfe Literary Podcast⁠. Love Neil Gaiman? Join us on ⁠Hanging Out With the Dream King: A Neil Gaiman Podcast⁠. Lovecraft? Poe? Check out ⁠Elder Sign: A Weird F…

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67. Time Loops 47:52

8d ago47:52

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Neal Holtschulte cycles back to the podcast to talk with Vickie Lan about time loops! From "Groundhogs Day" to "The Flash", how can time loops be used to propel character growth, and what can writers do to avoid falling in a plot spiral? The video version of this episode can be found on Spotify and YouTube. Speculative Sandbox is for entertainment …

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66. Anti-heroes 1:02:41

15d ago1:02:41

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Are antiheroes just villains with too much credit? Damien Alameda, host of The_First Pages on YouTube, joins Vickie Lan to debate the characteristics and motives of the antihero and where they fall on the spectrum of good and evil. The video version of this episode can be found on Spotify and YouTube. Speculative Sandbox is for entertainment purpos…

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65. Fates Worse Than Death 51:36

22d ago51:36

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What could possibly be worse than death? Storytellers will tell you! Author Matthew C. Brown returns to the podcast to talk about all the various ways authors can torture their characters. The video version of this episode can be found on Spotifyand YouTube. Speculative Sandbox is for entertainment purposes only. This is a volunteer-run program. Op…

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64. "American Psycho" watch party 1:47:40

29d ago1:47:40

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In honor of Halloween, guest Michael Crawford and Vickie Lan sit down to watch and unpack the tropes found in the classic 2000 horror movie American Psycho, including 80s yuppie culture, the unreliable narrator, psychopath characteristics, and the purposeful ambiguity of its characters and settings. Rewatch with us! "American Psycho" is currently a…

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63. LatinX Representation in Speculative Fiction 50:29

1M ago50:29

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Angela Alvarez joins Vickie Lan to talk about Latinx representation in speculative fiction and the powerful story opportunities that come from writing through an authentic lens. Note: "LatinX" in the context of this episode is used to to inclusively refer to all genders within the community. The video version of this episode can be found on Spotify…

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62. What Booksellers Want 41:52

1M ago41:52

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Crispin Jeffrey-Franco, owner of Stacks Book Club, joins Vickie Lan on the podcast to talk about tropes from a bookseller's perspective. Learn which tropes are tired and which tropes are on the rise, what booksellers look for when curating their list, and how indie authors can build relationships with their local bookstores. Note: Stacks Book Club …

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61. Spice & Everything Nice 41:52

2M ago41:52

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It's time to unpack spicy books with Wendy Dwan, LAC EMDR Therapist and smut expert! Wendy and Vickie Lan talk trigger warnings, societal impressions and taboos, and the mental health impacts of spicy fiction. The video version of this episode can be found on Spotify and YouTube. Speculative Sandbox is for entertainment purposes only. This is a vol…

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Midnight Species 29:54

2M ago29:54

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60. The Lawless Lawman 48:10

2M ago48:10

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John Wick, Dexter, James Bond. Rob Hart joins Vickie Lan to discuss the Lawless Lawman character archetype in fiction as well as his book “Assassins Anonymous”. What makes operating outside of the law so attractive? And is this character truly lawless, or does he just have a personal code that he holds above the law? The video version of this episo…

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Ep. 79: Foundation and Empire - Part I - The General by Isaac Asimov 1:30:46

2M ago1:30:46

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Procopius fan-fiction IN SPACE. Support the network and gain access to over fifty bonus episodes by becoming a patron on ⁠Patreon⁠. Want more science fiction in your life? Check out ⁠The Gene Wolfe Literary Podcast⁠. Love Neil Gaiman? Join us on ⁠Hanging Out With the Dream King: A Neil Gaiman Podcast⁠. Lovecraft? Poe? Check out ⁠Elder Sign: A Weird…

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59. RECORDED LIVE: Infidelity, guilt, and self-exploration with Jessica Elisheva Emerson 41:28

2M ago41:28

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Wife-swapping, traditions, religious identities, and self-exploration. This episode was filmed live at Stacks Book Club with Vickie Lan as part of author Jessica Elisheva Emerson's debut book tour for "Olive Days", now available! VIDEO: Watch the video interview on Spotify! Stacks Book Club is an indie bookstore located in Oro Valley, Arizona. Husb…

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58. We're back! 20:43

2M ago20:43

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Vickie Lan returns to Speculative Sandbox with a new format! Learn what's new, what's changing, and what to look forward to. Episode note: - 4:42: I mention “industry professionals” in the context of working on contract within for a publishing house or movie studio, but but this term definitely shouldn’t minimize the professionalism and hard work o…

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Radiation Euphoria 31:24

3M ago31:24

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Ep. 78: The Man Who Fell to Earth by Walter Tevis 1:46:23

3M ago1:46:23

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Alcoholic aliens plus a little David Bowie. Support the network and gain access to over fifty bonus episodes by becoming a patron on ⁠Patreon⁠. Want more science fiction in your life? Check out ⁠The Gene Wolfe Literary Podcast⁠. Love Neil Gaiman? Join us on ⁠Hanging Out With the Dream King: A Neil Gaiman Podcast⁠. Lovecraft? Poe? Check out ⁠Elder S…

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6 Key Steps to Finding Perfect-Fit Comp Titles for Your Novel (While You’re Still Writing) | Episode 26 14:10

3M ago14:10

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Hey, Storyteller! Send me a text message! I'd really love to hear what you think of the podcast! :-) Click HERE to find Comp Titles Crash Course! $97 for limited time! Comp titles--they might be one of the most dreaded topics in the writing world. After all, most of us are writing novels that feel unique, so trying to find a novel “like” ours is a …

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5 Essential Questions You MUST Answer When Writing Your Opening Scene | Episode 25 9:58

4M ago9:58

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Hey, Storyteller! Send me a text message! I'd really love to hear what you think of the podcast! :-) The opening scene of your novel is arguably the most crucial part of your book. If it doesn’t capture readers' curiosity and imagination, they won’t keep reading. No wonder the opening scene is notoriously hard to write! But don’t worry—I’m here to …

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Oblique Functions 30:18

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9 Tricks to Overcome Writer's Block and Keep Your Writing on Track | Episode 24 16:30

4M ago16:30

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Hey, Storyteller! Send me a text message! I'd really love to hear what you think of the podcast! :-) Writer's block is one of the most challenging hurdles an author can encounter. It has the power to derail brilliant stories and thwart dreams of becoming a published author. But fear not—there are effective strategies to combat this creativity kille…

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4 Steps to Writing a Flawed Protagonist Who Readers Love | Episode 23 16:43

4M ago16:43

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Hey, Storyteller! Send me a text message! I'd really love to hear what you think of the podcast! :-) Most writers understand that creating a character with no flaws is a huge turnoff to readers because it’s hard to feel connected to someone who is perfect and does everything right. But how do you give your protagonist flaws that feel real and auth…

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Ep. 77: The Girl in a Swing by Richard Adams 52:45

4M ago52:45

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One of the most terrifying books I've ever read. Support the network and gain access to over fifty bonus episodes by becoming a patron on Patreon. Want more science fiction in your life? Check out The Gene Wolfe Literary Podcast. Love Neil Gaiman? Join us on Hanging Out With the Dream King: A Neil Gaiman Podcast. Lovecraft? Poe? Check out Elder Sig…

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Quick Tip: 6 Steps to Establish a Writing Habit So You Can Finish Your Novel | Episode 22 10:06

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Hey, Storyteller! Send me a text message! I'd really love to hear what you think of the podcast! :-) The biggest obstacles writers face are overcoming procrastination and avoiding the dreaded writer’s block. In fact, these obstacles are what stand between them and finishing their novel. But what many writers don’t realize is that the key to conquer…

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The Timeline for Crafting a Solid Debut Novel: Writing Tips for Your First Book! | Episode 21 14:25

5M ago14:25

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Hey, Storyteller! Send me a text message! I'd really love to hear what you think of the podcast! :-) Writing a speculative fiction novel that resonates with readers is tough work. Many writers feel they're doing something wrong when it takes time to create a draft that feels solid and ready to stand on its own two shaky legs. In fact, one of the ve…

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Strict Beauty 30:48

5M ago30:48

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Ep. 76: The Man of Gold by M.A.R. Barker 52:37

5M ago52:37

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High fantasy in an imaginary southeast Asia. Support the network and gain access to over fifty bonus episodes by becoming a patron on Patreon. Want more science fiction in your life? Check out The Gene Wolfe Literary Podcast. Love Neil Gaiman? Join us on Hanging Out With the Dream King: A Neil Gaiman Podcast. Lovecraft? Poe? Check out Elder Sign: A…

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How to Write LGBTQ+ Characters with Confidence and Care: Special Guest Sam Cameron | Episode 20 53:34

5M ago53:34

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Hey, Storyteller! Send me a text message! I'd really love to hear what you think of the podcast! :-) Many writers want to include more LGBTQ+ characters in their novels, but they’re afraid of getting it wrong and doing more harm than good. If you’re one of those writers, this podcast episode is for you! My friend and colleague, Sam Cameron, explain…

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The Goal, Motivation, Stakes, and Conflict Chain: How to Write with Narrative Drive | Episode 19 22:28

6M ago22:28

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Hey, Storyteller! Send me a text message! I'd really love to hear what you think of the podcast! :-) →Sign up for my free workshop Create a Dynamic Character Arc For Your Protagonist. This workshop, which includes live coaching, will help you develop the foundation elements of your novel and bridge the gap between plot and character arc! https://re…

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The Exit Is An Entrance 30:26

6M ago30:26

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Ep. 74: The Mote in God's Eye by Jerry Pournelle and Larry Niven 33:44

6M ago33:44

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Space exploration, space opera, and space Jesuits! Support the network and gain access to over fifty bonus episodes by becoming a patron on Patreon. Want more science fiction in your life? Check out The Gene Wolfe Literary Podcast. Love Neil Gaiman? Join us on Hanging Out With the Dream King: A Neil Gaiman Podcast. Lovecraft? Poe? Check out Elder S…

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Exploring The Benefits and Dangers of AI Use in Writing | Episode 18 24:24

7M ago24:24

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Hey, Storyteller! Send me a text message! I'd really love to hear what you think of the podcast! :-) Snag my FREE workbook: resources.manyworldswriting.com/AI Everyone in the writing world is talking about AI, but should you really buy into the buzz? In this episode I’m going to explore what it’s okay to use AI for in your writing and what I believ…

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Shining Moon Episode 41: Reading the Nebulas II 1:02:00

7M ago1:02:00

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With me today to read the novelette category for the Nebulas are Allen Dyen-Shapiro, Leigh Harlen, and Brent Lambert. Allan Dyen-Shapiro is a Ph.D. biochemist who enjoyed a 19-year research career. He now teaches in high-poverty schools in Southwest Florida and recently ramped up his union activism. He's sold short fiction to venues including Dark …

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Model Collapse 30:24

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8 Essential Hacks for Writing and Self-Editing Your Manuscript to Perfection | Episode 17 25:16

7M ago25:16

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Hey, Storyteller! Send me a text message! I'd really love to hear what you think of the podcast! :-) Snag my FREE workbook: resources.manyworldswriting.com/edit Almost every writer wants to get better at self-editing their work. But how? And which techniques improve your work the most dramatically? In this episode I’m going to talk about the self-e…

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Shining Moon Episode 40: Reading the Nebulas I; Short Stories 1:18:22

7M ago1:18:22

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Hello and welcome to Shining Moon, Episode 40. With me today are A.P. Howell, Sam W. Pisciotta, A.T. Sayre, and Risa Wolf. The voting for the Nebulas has just concluded, and we’re here to talk about the contenders on the ballot before the winners are revealed. Let’s get started with some introductions! A. P. Howell For information on published work…

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Ep. 73: The Thief of Always by Clive Barker 33:42

7M ago33:42

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More horror for children. Support the network and gain access to over fifty bonus episodes by becoming a patron on Patreon. Want more science fiction in your life? Check out The Gene Wolfe Literary Podcast. Love Neil Gaiman? Join us on Hanging Out With the Dream King: A Neil Gaiman Podcast. Lovecraft? Poe? Check out Elder Sign: A Weird Fiction Podc…

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Unlock the 7 Subtle Truths About Writing (That Will Make Your Story Better) | Episode 16 23:08

7M ago23:08

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Hey, Storyteller! Send me a text message! I'd really love to hear what you think of the podcast! :-) Snag my FREE workbook: https://resources.manyworldswriting.com/truth Ever wondered why your favorite novels feel so authentic and cohesive? It’s not about all the surface level editing you’ve been driving yourself crazy with. Instead, it’s about the…

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Shining Moon Episode 39: Writing Games III, Cerebos the Crystal City 53:56

7M ago53:56

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Zach Welhouse is a librarian and game designer who lives in the Pacific Northwest. He enjoys hot drinks and meeting dogs who look like goblins. His work has appeared in the Costume Fairy Adventures and Deadlands RPGs, and Strange Beast: A Tarot Zine. Cerebos: The Crystal City, a game about crossing a surreal desert by train, is available through Pe…

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Shining Moon Episode 38: Writing Games II--TEETH RPG 1:08:53

7M ago1:08:53

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Hello, and welcome to Shining Moon: A Speculative Fiction Podcast, Episode 38. Today we’ll continue our series by asking questions about writing games, particularly roleplaying games. This is a subject dear to my heart, because I’ve spent twenty years of my life playing RPGs, mostly in written form, in play-by-post games. I am a big proponent of ho…

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Shining Moon Episode 37: Speculative Poetry IV 1:02:40

8M ago1:02:40

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Daniel Ausema is an educator and stay-at-home dad. His poems have appeared in Strange Horizons, Fantasy Magazine, Dreams & Nightmares, and many other places and have been nominated for the Rhysling Award. He is also the author of the Arcist Chronicles and the creator of the Spire City series, as well as the writer of many short stories, roughly a h…

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Crystal Math 30:26

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Shining Moon Episode 36: Writing Real World Religions 56:48

8M ago56:48

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Welcome to Shining Moon Episode 36, Writing Real World Religions. Priya Chand is a California transplant living in the Midwest, where she regularly cuts down trees and sets them on fire (as a certified volunteer forest steward). When she's not reading, writing, or eating, she enjoys swimming, martial arts, and naps. Her current big project is co-ed…

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7 Crucial Steps to Creating and Writing a Captivating Magic System For Your Novel | Episode 15 22:45

8M ago22:45

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Hey, Storyteller! Send me a text message! I'd really love to hear what you think of the podcast! :-) Snag my FREE workbook: resources.manyworldswriting.com/magic Ever wondered how to create an interesting and compelling magic system that readers will love? In this episode I’m breaking down exactly how to create a magic system that works. In this ep…

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Ep. 72: The Chronicles of Narnia by C.S. Lewis 57:56

8M ago57:56

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Glenn and Jay talk medievalism in Narnia. Support the network and gain access to over fifty bonus episodes by becoming a patron on ⁠Patreon⁠. Want more science fiction in your life? Check out ⁠The Gene Wolfe Literary Podcast⁠. Love Neil Gaiman? Join us on ⁠Hanging Out With the Dream King: A Neil Gaiman Podcast⁠. Lovecraft? Poe? Check out ⁠Elder Sig…

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Shining Moon Episode 35: Writing Fantasy Religions 44:55

8M ago44:55

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Samantha Mills is a Nebula, Locus, and Theodore Sturgeon Memorial Award winning author from Southern California. You can find her short fiction in Uncanny Magazine, Strange Horizons, Escape Pod, and others, as well as the best-of anthologies The New Voices of Science Fiction and The Year’s Best Science Fiction & Fantasy 2023. Her debut novel, The W…

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9 Key Elements of Character Interiority: Writing Reality | Episode 14 24:10

8M ago24:10

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Hey, Storyteller! Send me a text message! I'd really love to hear what you think of the podcast! :-) Snag my FREE interiority workbook: https://resources.manyworldswriting.com/interiority Have you ever wondered how to ensure your readers are so engrossed in your protagonist that they can put your novel down? In this episode I'm peeling back the lay…

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Shining Moon Episode 34: Writing Media Tie-ins 1:22:47

8M ago1:22:47

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Hello, and welcome to Shining Moon Episode 34, Writing Media Tie-Ins. With me today are Marie Brennan, Kate Heartfield, and Caitlin J. Starling. Let’s get started with some introductions! Marie Brennan is a former anthropologist and folklorist who shamelessly leans on her academic fields for inspiration. In addition to her tie-in work for Legend of…

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Shining Moon Episode 33: Food and Foodways in Fiction 1:25:36

9M ago1:25:36

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Hello, and welcome to Shining Moon Epsidoe 33: Food and Foodways in Fiction. With me today are Beth Cato, P.A. Cornell, Amelia Gorman, Nibedita Sen, and D.A. Xiaolin Spires. Let’s get started with some introductions! Nebula Award-nominated Beth Cato is the author of A THOUSAND RECIPES FOR REVENGE and A FEAST FOR STARVING STONE from 47North. Follow …

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7 Key Facts You MUST Know About Your Protagonist (Before Writing Another Word) | Episode 13 17:18

9M ago17:18

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Hey, Storyteller! Send me a text message! I'd really love to hear what you think of the podcast! :-) What makes a protagonist memorable and unique? What makes readers fall in love with them enough to follow them around for 300-500 pages? Knowing the answers to those questions is the difference between creating a flat, dull protagonist and having a …

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