House of Chapters - The Podcast

We’re back with Season 1’s last Episode of the House of Chapters Podcast, the Podcast for authors writing serialized fiction on Substack — and for readers who want to discover how those stories are made. So. Much. Fun. But it’s time to take a break! Recharge my batteries to dive back into Season 2 with renewed strength. I will be taking a break from Substack to work on editing my debut novella I s...

We’re back with the latest Episode of the House of Chapters Podcast, the Podcast for authors writing serialized fiction on Substack — and for readers who want to discover how those stories are made. This episode is a bit different! Topic wise, you can expect the same talking points as usual (plot in 1 minute, inspiration, writing advice, serials), but my chat with Tell Me a Mystery was just one co...

We’re back with the latest Episode of the House of Chapters Podcast, the Podcast for authors writing serialized fiction on Substack — and for readers who want to discover how those stories are made. New week, new episode. I had the pleasure of chatting with Tom Schecter for this 16th Episode. We focused on the Shieldbreaker Saga , as the second novel is now available and complete on Substack and t...

The Podcast for authors writing serialized fiction on Substack — and for readers who want to discover how those stories are made. I love discovering new stories, as a reader & I love talking to other authors, as a writer. In my Podcast, I can do both ! My goal is connecting readers and writers more and more . The Episodes so far have been a blast - check out the new titles! Going forward, I will f...

The Podcast for authors writing serialized fiction on Substack — and for readers who want to discover how those stories are made. Episode 14 with Liz Horsman Another fun talk, this time with Liz Horsman , author of Marsh Witches of the Godless Florin. Visit The House of Chapters This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visi...

The Podcast for authors writing serialized fiction on Substack — and for readers who want to discover how those stories are made. Episode 13 with K. L. Brooks Another fun talk, this time with K. L. Brooks , author of Haunted House Flippers and the upcoming Grief Sucks. Visit The House of Chapters This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bo...

The Podcast for authors writing serialized fiction on Substack — and for readers who want to discover how those stories are made. Episode 12 with Ian Patterson Another fun talk, this time with Ian Patterson , author of Transference and Transcendence, available right now, and Transition releasing in March. Visit The House of Chapters This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with...

The Podcast for authors writing serialized fiction on Substack — and for readers who want to discover how those stories are made. Episode 11 with Sean Thomas McDonnell Another fun talk, this time with Sean Thomas McDonnell ! His debut novella, “Cherry Kills” is coming out on Friday 13th, 2026! Visit The House of Chapters This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscr...

The Podcast for authors writing serialized fiction on Substack — and for readers who want to discover how those stories are made. Episode 10 with Simon K. Jones We’re back with next episode of the House of Chapters Podcast! Thank you for listening, wherever you are! Simon K Jones and I were able to talk about his experiences in writing serialized stories the last 10 years and more specifically the...

The Podcast for authors writing serialized fiction on Substack — and for readers who want to discover how those stories are made. Episode 9 with J. Curtis: We’re back on the House of Chapters Podcast! Today’s guest: J. Curtis . In this Episode, we’re chatting about writing serialized fiction on Substack. It’s been a lot of fun and we could have chatted for hours, so we hope you enjoy listening to...

The Podcast for writers building serialized fiction on Substack — and for readers who want to discover how those stories are made. Episode 8 - The Midnight Vault with Shane Bzdok We’re back on the House of Chapters Podcast, Episode 8! In this episode, Shane Bzdok tells us about the The Midnight Vault , a collection of Twilight Zone -inspired stories to celebrate the show’s 66th anniversary, kicked...

The Podcast for authors writing serialized fiction on Substack — and for readers who want to discover how those stories are made. Episode 7 with Bruno Rothgiesser Bruno Rothgiesser and I were finally able to virtually sit down together and talk about “Dark Matter”, which is coming out any moment now and if you’re reading this a bit later, it’s out! Most of this Episode is dedicated to Bruno’s expe...

Episode 6 : Intermezzo - Host Ian Taniels shares what's been going on at the House of Chapters and exciting news about what's ahead. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit houseofchapters.substack.com

Episode 5: Ian Taniels shares about a new community event launching on January 1st. Links: House of Chapters / Ian Taniels This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit houseofchapters.substack.com

The Podcast for authors writing serialized fiction on Substack — and for readers who want to discover how those stories are made. Episode 4: Shane Bzdok (pt.1): Shane & I talk about his background in design, his rekindled passion for writing and our writing process. Two more parts coming. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus epis...

The Podcast for authors writing serialized fiction on Substack — and for readers who want to discover how those stories are made. Episode 3: Kathleen Clare Waller (pt.2) Shares Her experiences in the World of Self-Publishing. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit houseofchapters.substack.com

The Podcast for authors writing serialized fiction on Substack — and for readers who want to discover how those stories are made. Episode 2: With Self-Published Author Kathleen Clare Waller. Find out more about this Episode and my Guest This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit houseofchapters.substack.com

Episode 1 - Introduction Ian D.M. Taniels introduces himself, the House of Chapters and the House of Chapters Podcast. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit houseofchapters.substack.com