Finding Fantasy Reads

In this episode you'll hear which stories and authors were most played and most appreciated for Season Three. Award Winners: Most Played Episode Award: Captivated by Roseanna M. White - Find her Awakened series here Narrator's Choice Awards: Paeter - Claws, Collars, and Curses by Daisy Graves - Find more of her books here Karyne - Of Pumpkins and Golden Apples by Hannah Carter - Check out her webs...

In this episode you'll hear four flash fictions from Morgan L. Busse, JM Allision, H.M. Hershberger, and Steve Rzasa that span the fantasy genre, all originally published by Havok. These stories   are narrated by Paeter Frandsen and Karyne Norton. Important Links: The Authors: Morgan L. Busse's website . Preorder  Winter's Dawn  on Amazon. JM Allison's website . H.M. Hershberger's e...

In this episode you'll hear an epic fantasy short story from Ashley Schaller featuring a young woman challenging her nation's throne. Queen's Game is narrated by Karyne Norton. Important Links: The Author: Ashley Schaller's website Discover more stories from Quill & Flame authors in the Tails, Scales, and Tiaras anthology. The Narrator: Karyne Norton's website This month’s giveaway Instruction...

In this episode you'll hear a short story from Roseanna M. White filled with underwater adventures and romance. Captivated is narrated by Karyne Norton. Important Links: The Author: Roseanna M. White's website The Narrator: Karyne Norton's website Don't forget to check out this month’s giveaway for the chance to stock your personal library with books from our featured authors! Instructions on how...

In this episode you'll hear a high fantasy short story from Laurel A. Burlew filled with books, mysterious magic, and apprentices. The Book Doctor's Apprentice is narrated by Paeter Frandsen. Important Links: The Author: Laurel's website and Instagram The Narrator: Paeter Frandsen's website This month’s giveaway Find the full show notes on our website.  

In this episode you'll hear a YA fantasy short story from H.L. Davis filled with eerie adventures, pirates, and ghost ships. The Phantom is narrated by Karyne Norton. Important Links: The Author: H.L. Davis's Substack and Instagram @h.l.davis_stories For more stories of the sea, find the full  Sailing Magic anthology HERE . Check out her previous episode: Four Havok Fairy Tales by H.L. Davis...

In this episode you'll hear a short story from Amanda Auler featuring a unique world with morally grey characters and the lessons they learn. Of Prophecies and Pools is narrated by Paeter Frandsen. Important Links: The Author: Amanda's website. Find her on Instagram as @authoramandaauler and on Facebook as Amanda Auler. The Narrator: Paeter Frandsen's website Listen to Karyne's other podcast: Bloo...

In this episode you'll hear a YA Fantasy short story from Nicole Wheeler filled with sweet romance that blends the pain of grief with the joy of love. After Stars Fall is narrated by Karyne Norton. Important Links: The Author: Nicole Wheeler's website The Narrator: Karyne Norton's website Be sure to check out  The Sun Still Rises anthology in memory of Lani Forbes where After Stars Fall was f...

In this episode you'll hear an epic fantasy short story from Karyne Norton featuring a unique underwater world. The Light That Glimmers is narrated by Paeter Frandsen. Important Links: The Author: Karyne's website  and  Curse of the Moon Kickstarter! Check out her previous episodes: The Light That Takes When There's A Tomorrow The Light That Burns The Narrator: Paeter Frandsen's website...

In this episode you'll hear a science fantasy short story from Emily Barnett featuring a fresh take on Peter Pan. The Tinker is narrated by Karyne Norton. Important Links: The Author: Emily's Barnett's website  and Substack The Narrator: Karyne Norton's website Enjoying the podcast? Consider donating toward podcast expenses to help us make more episodes! Find the full show notes on our websit...

In this episode you'll hear two cozy fantasy short stories from the anthology Meet Me at Midnight featuring a magical bakery and a magical candle shop. A Crumble of Magic by Dana Black is narrated by Paeter Frandsen and  Midnight Key by Heather Tabata is narrated by Karyne Norton. Important Links: The Authors: Dana Black's website Heather Tabata's website The Narrators: Paeter Frandsen's...

In this episode you'll hear a short story from Anthea Sharp featuring a determined young girl relying on her hope for peace. The Tree of Fate and Wishes is narrated by Karyne Norton. Important Links: The Author: Anthea Sharp's website Check out his/her previous episodes: Beneath the Knowe by Anthea Sharp The Narrator: Karyne Norton's website Know a story we should feature? Apply with your own stor...

In this episode you’ll hear two short stories from the  Fantastic Creatures  anthology.  Celebration  by Arthur Daigle features goblins celebrating a king while  The Very Last Dragon  by Katy Huth Jones highlights a pompous knight out to defeat the last dragon. Both stories are narrated by Paeter Frandsen. Important Links: The Authors: Arthur Daigle’s on  Amazon...

In this episode you'll hear a short story from Dalton and Emily Bequette filled with sailors, stowaways, and smugglers. Misdeeds on the High Seas is narrated by Karyne Norton. Important Links: The Author: Dalton and Emily Bequette's website The Narrator: Karyne Norton's website Instructions on how to leave a review for the podcast Find the full show notes on our website. 

In this episode you'll hear a short story from Sarah Carlisle featuring a Rapunzel retelling. Trapped is narrated by Paeter Frandsen. Important Links: The Author: Sarah Carlisle's website , where you can get Unmasked for free Check out her previous episodes: Unmasked: Part 1 by Sarah Carlisle Unmasked: Part 2 by Sarah Carlisle The Narrator: Paeter Frandsen's website This month’s giveaway Enjoying...

In this episode you'll hear part three of three featuring a Beauty and the Beast retelling by Tara Grayce. Torn Curtains: Part 3 is narrated by Karyne Norton. Important Links: The Author: Tara Grayce's website The Narrator: Karyne Norton's website This month’s giveaway Enjoying the podcast? Consider donating toward podcast expenses or joining our volunteer staff  to help us make more episodes...

In this episode you'll hear part two of three featuring a Beauty and the Beast retelling by Tara Grayce. Torn Curtains: Part 2 is narrated by Karyne Norton. Important Links: The Author: Tara Grayce's website The Narrator: Karyne Norton's website This month’s giveaway Listen to Karyne's other podcast: Blood of the Stars -  a serialized fiction release of her debut novel Find the full show note...

In this episode you'll hear part one of three featuring a Beauty and the Beast retelling by Tara Grayce. Torn Curtains: Part 1 is narrated by Karyne Norton. Important Links: The Author: Tara Grayce's website The Narrator: Karyne Norton's website This month’s giveaway Find the full show notes on our website.  

In this episode you'll hear a prequel short story from Jasmine Young featuring a vast world with dragons. A Descent of Dragons is narrated by Paeter Frandsen. Important Links: The Author: Jasmine Young's website , where you can get A Descent of Dragons  for free The Narrator: Paeter Frandsen's website Share with a friend using these links Find the full show notes on our website.  

In this episode you'll hear a short story from Lusine Torossian filled with phoenixes, mysterious turns, and a hint of romance. The Ash Maker's Gift is narrated by Karyne Norton. Important Links: The Author: Lusine Torossian's website , where you can get The Ash Maker's Gift  for free Check out her debut novel, Lightweaver The Narrator: Karyne Norton's website Sign up for the Finding Fantasy...

In this episode you'll hear a short story from L.S. Wolf with a unique wintery and eerie vibe. The Queen's Sight is narrated by Paeter Frandsen. Important Links: The Author: L.S. Wolf's next story will be featured in the anthology, Five Golden Names The Narrator: Paeter Frandsen's website Know a story we should feature? Apply with your own story or nominate an author here . Find the full show note...

In this episode you'll hear a short story from Kelly N. Jane with a mysterious cast in a dying world. Rule of Primes  is narrated by Karyne Norton. Important Links: The Author: Kelly N. Jane's website Check out her previous episode: Realm of Sea Castles by Kelly N. Jane The Narrator: Karyne Norton's website Instructions on how to subscribe to the podcast Find the full show notes on our websit...

In this episode you'll hear a short story from H.S.J. Williams filled with bromance and elves. King and Knight is narrated by Paeter Frandsen. Important Links: The Author: H.S.J. Williams' website Kings of Aselvia by H.S.J. Williams Illuminare by Bryn Shutt The Narrator: Paeter Frandsen's website Instructions on how to leave a review for the podcast Find the full show notes on our website.

In this episode you'll hear part two of a fun and whimsical Nutcracker retelling from E.J. Kitchens. A Spell's End: Part 2 is narrated by Karyne Norton. Important Links: The Author: E.J. Kitchens' website Check out her previous episodes: Dawn Bringer: Part 1 by E.J. Kitchens Dawn Bringer: Part 2 by E.J. Kitchens A Spell's End: Part 1 by E.J. Kitchens The Narrator: Karyne Norton's website Enjoying...

In this episode you'll hear part one of a fun and whimsical Nutcracker retelling from E.J. Kitchens. A Spell's End: Part 1 is narrated by Karyne Norton. Important Links: The Author: E.J. Kitchens' website Check out her previous episodes: Dawn Bringer: Part 1 by E.J. Kitchens Dawn Bringer: Part 2 by E.J. Kitchens A Spell's End: Part 2 by E.J. Kitchens The Narrator: Karyne Norton's website Enjoying...