Fantasy Talks Live

What makes us look up at the stars and dream of empires, impossible adventures and battles that span entire galaxies? 🚀 In this episode, I'm joined by Sebastian Howarth to journey into the universe of Space Opera, exploring the epic adventures, larger-than-life heroes, intergalactic conflicts and extraordinary worlds that make the genre so irresistible. From galactic empires to the fate of entire...

Once again, Varsha takes over hosting duties as, joined by Alex French, we unpick Terry Pratchett's possibly most political book. You cand find out more about Varsha and her multiple read alongs over at: https://www.youtube.com/@ReadingByTheRainyMountain #Discworld #TerryPratchett #Fantasy #Fantasybooks You can contact me: email: amazing_worlds@hotmail.com Instagram: jose_amazing_worlds

In this episode I discuss myths and legends and their relevance on fantasy writing with Steven Guglich, author of The Veil Saga. You can find out more about Steven and his work over at: www.stevenguglich.com #fantasy #fantasybooks #fantasypodcast You can contact me: email: amazing_worlds@hotmail.com Instagram: jose_amazing_worlds

In this episode I talk to Rya Neddow, author of the Amereld series, about what acting can bring to fantasy writing, from finding the character to why fantasy writers should think like actors. You can find out more about Ms Neddow and her work over at https://raneddow.square.site #acting #fantasy #fantasywriting #fantasybooks You can contact me: email: amazing_worlds@hotmail.com Instagram: jose_ama...

In this episode I talk to author and podcast host Richie Billing about his new book, the Breakaways, and why monsters cannot be a part of the joke as well as general chit chat around the state of the fantasy genre. #fantasybooks #fantasywriting #writingpodcast You can find out more about Richie and his work over at: www.richiebilling.com You can contact me: email: amazing_worlds@hotmail.com Instag...

I chat with author Nico Tuzzolo about the inaccurate portrayal of addiction within Fantasy with Nico Tuzzolo, author of the Crown of Gods series. You can find more about Nico and his work over at: https://kingofwoe.com #addiction #recovery #fantasy #fantasybooks #fantasyliterature You can contact me: email: amazing_worlds@hotmail.com Instagram: jose_amazing_worlds

Author, games, and RPG designer John Houlihan returns for a third round to talk about his new book, The Crystal Void, set in the Mon Dieu! Cthulhu 19th Century Peninsular War. We also talk about his upcoming RPG set in this world to be launched in the upcoming Innsmouth Literary Festival on September 19th. You can find out more about John and his work over at: https://john-houlihan.net #cthulhu #j...

In this episode I am joined by fellow educator, DM and author Ian Garner to explore the classic rpg Dungeons and Dragons as a vehicle to learn and develop narrative structure. We also talk about his epic fantasy series, The Summerhost Saga as well as our love of the game. You can find out more about Ian and his work over at: https://tinyurl.com/3ezp5c97 #fantasy #fantasybooks #dungeonsanddragons #...

In this episode, I talk to Jenn Vance, marketing director of Books Forward, about the best ways to publicise your book once all the hard work is done.   You can find out more about Books Forward: www.booksforward.com #booksforward #bookpublicity #bookpromotion   You can contact me: email: amazing_worlds@hotmail.com Instagram: jose_amazing_worlds

In this episode, we put the band back together as we go on a mission from Glod to find out were Death has disappeared to and what is the mistery behind this new music With Rocks In. #discworld #terrypratchett #soulmusic #fantasy If you want to participate in any of these episodes, you can get in touch over at www.pagechewing.com You can contact me: email: amazing_worlds@hotmail.com Instagram: jose...

In this episode I am joined by author Sam Larson to talk about his new novel, Born of Broken Chains, and how his job as a school psychologist has shaped his view of the adolescent mind and what is it that makes YA resonate with younger audiences. #YA #youngadults #epicfantasy #fantasy #fantasybooks You can find out more about Mr Larson over at: www.samlarsonauthor.com You can contact me: email: am...

In this episode I talk to author David Deane Haskell about his new Sci-Fi novel, The Solarian Deep, his writing process, his novel and how Sci-Fi helped him heal through a process of addiction and recovery. You can find out more about David's work over at: www.daviddeanehaskell.com If you are interested in The Solarian Deep, you have direct access here: https://mybook.to/solariandeep #scifi #fanta...

In this episode, Varsha hosts as usual and we take our monthly (more or less!) deep dive into the murky waters of the Ankh, this time for Men at Arms, the 15th novel in the wonderful Discworld Series. If you would like to participate in any of the read alongs or take part in our discussions, you can find out more about us over at www.pagechewing.com Or email me at: amazing_wolrds@hotmail.com  

In this episode, I am disavowed of my notions of plot vs character by the great Fantasy Thinker and Hollywood scholar Carl D'Albert. We discuss what makes a good character, a good plot, and what can we live with, good characters with a bad plot, or good plot with bad characters? You can find out more about Jarrod The Fantasy and Carl over at www.pagechewing.com #fantasy #fantasybooks #characters #...

We continue our journey on the back of four elephants who themselves stand on the back of Great A'Tuin towards the Big Bang.  In this episode, Varsha, Alex and I discuss the joys of Lords and Ladies and end up falling down a rabbit hole down at the very end of the episode. #Discworld #Terry Pratchett #Fantasy #Fantasybooks You can contact me: email: amazing_worlds@hotmail.com Instagram: jose_amazi...

The wonderful Mr Akers is back for a second round of Fantasy Talks Live, sharing some of the behind the scenes harsh realities of being a traditionally published author and why he has had to turn some of his attention towards the indie market. You can find out more about Tim and his work over at: www.timakers.net You can contact me: email: amazing_worlds@hotmail.com Instagram: jose_amazing_worlds...

In this episode I talk to author Zara Marielle about her upocoming book, The Cafe of Inifinite Doors, what empowering women means and how people can relate and find inspiration in shared stories. You cand find out more about Ms Marielle and her book over at: https://www.zaramarielle.com #fantasy #empoweringwomen #feminist #fantasybooks You can contact me: email: amazing_worlds@hotmail.com Instagra...

In this episode I am joined by industry expert and author D. A. Murray to talk about AI, the Sci-fi genre and the first book in her sci-fi trilogy Dominion - Ascension. You can find out more about Ms Murray over at: https://damurrayofficial.com and her Instagram: @damurrayofficial #sci-fi #AI #fantasy #fantasybooks #damurray

In this episode, Varsha hosts as we continue our deep dive into the Discworld series. Today we are lucky to have someone brand new to the Discworld to analyse this book with, the ever great The Fantasy Thinker, bringing a fresh take on the series and the perspective of someone brand new to this amazing world.   #terrypratchett #discworld #fantasy #fantasybooks

In this episode I am joined by Jeremy Szal, author of The Common sci-fi series to discuss his journey to becoming a published author, we discuss what works can be classified as sci-fi and the inspirations behind his The Common series. We finish off by delving into the fickle nature of the publishing industry. #sci-fi #jeremyszal #thecommon #fantasybooks

In this episode I am joined by internationally acclaimed writer J. D. Barker, author of the 4MK series, The Fourth Monkey, The Fifth to Die and The Sixth Wicked Child. We talk about his beginnings as a writer, his advice for indie authors, what makes a good thriller book, his collaborations with James Patterson and his upcoming three prequels to the series to be released later this year. #JDBarker...

In this episode I am joined by Ukranian author Anton Zvolinskyi to talk about his new book, the dark fantasy Blades of Demon. In this book, Anton opens up about the reality of the Ukrainian war and how the deep themes that he explores in his book helped him deal with such traumatic events, the loss of home and the bittersweet taste of making peace with what is lost and having the courage to look f...

Once again, Varsha leads Alex and I as we carry on our journey through the Discworld novels. In here, we follow the witches coven as they take on a satirical take on all classic fairy tales on a rollercoaster ride of great fun. #discworld #terrypratchett #fantasybooks #fantasybookspodcast You can find Varsha's channel: https://www.youtube.com/@ReadingByTheRainyMountain You can contact me: email: a...

In this episode, we take a deep dive into Reaper Man, one of the most powerful and philosophical novels in Terry Pratchett’s Discworld. We explore how Pratchett uses humour, cosmic absurdity, and the character of Death to reflect on mortality, identity, compassion, and what it truly means to be alive. 👉 In this episode we discuss: Why Reaper Man is a key novel in the Death subseries. Death’s jour...

Join me for a special YouTube Live featuring the amazing The Fantasy Thinker, where we dive deep into one of the most debated topics in the bookish community: ¿is it better to read alone or to participate in read alongs? You can check the Thinker's original video that sparked this conversation here: https://youtu.be/BRsjUX5Y-X8 In this livestream, we’ll explore how reading styles affect enjoyment,...