The World of Myth Bits Podcast

Tim celebrates the release of the landmark 150th issue of The World of Myth Magazine. Before diving into the massive collection of stories, poetry, artwork, and reviews, Tim honors the memory of longtime Dark Myth contributor Kyle D. Dobbs and reflects on his lasting impact on the company. He also shares updates on the Open Contract Challenge Speed Edition finalists before exploring an issue packe...

Tim returns to June 2022 with a Blast from the Past review of Issue 108 of The World of Myth Magazine. Along with updates on the Open Contract Challenge Speed Edition finalists and the upcoming milestone Issue 150, Tim explores another packed issue featuring standout work from Jim Bates, Gabriella Balcom, Stephanie J. Bardy, Dawn DeBraal, David K. Montoya, and many more. From fantasy and horror to...

Tim revisits May 2022 with a review of Issue 107 of The World of Myth Magazine. He covers Dark Myth updates, and standout work from Gabriella Balcom, Jim Bates, Stephanie J. Bardy, Dawn DeBraal, David K. Montoya, Lynn Phillips, and more. It is a nostalgic look at another packed issue as the magazine moves closer to its 150th milestone.

Tim welcomes the mysterious Myth Master back for a fun, nostalgic conversation about the character’s origins, his fan-favorite interviews, and his lasting place in The World of Myth. They also talk about creator support, the Open Contract Challenge, Issue 150, and the friendships built through the Dark Myth community. The episode celebrates creativity, connection, and one of the magazine’s most me...

Tim takes a deep dive into Issue 149 of The World of Myth Magazine, celebrating a release filled with creativity, emotion, and honest reflection. Tim highlights Zoie M. Montoya’s featured poem “Lonely,” Crystal N. Ramos earning Member of the Month honors, and Connie Minutolo’s striking cover art while exploring standout fiction, poetry, artwork, and reviews from contributors across the magazine. H...

Tim takes a break from magazine reviews and opens the vault on his own work, sharing a selection of stories, poems, and excerpts that originally appeared in the landmark 20th anniversary Issue 129 of The World of Myth Magazine. Along the way, he reflects on the current challenges facing Dark Myth, encourages creators to help make Issue 150 the biggest issue yet, and discusses the importance of sup...

Tim continues the Blast from the Past series with a deep dive into the oversized March and April 2022 Issue 106 of The World of Myth Magazine. This packed double issue features a huge mix of drabbles, fantasy, horror, poetry, reviews, and artwork, with Tim spotlighting standout contributions from Gabriella Balcom, Jim Bates, Dawn DeBraal, Stephanie J. Bardy, Lisa H. Owens, Kate McDonald Dunbar, an...

Tim takes a break from reviewing old magazine issues and instead delivers a deeply personal episode about life, creativity, family, grief, and reflection. Recorded around Mother’s Day in Australia, Tim opens up about missing his late mother and mother in law, celebrating his wife Heidi, and navigating the emotional weight that comes with the season. He also shares updates on the Open Contract Chal...

Tim reviews the April 2026 Autism Awareness issue of The World of Myth Magazine, Issue 148. He highlights Crystal N. Ramos earning another Member of the Month win, Sultana Raza’s featured poem “Music of the Universe,” and Idris Yusuf’s stunning sci fi inspired cover art “Synthetic Reflection.” Tim also explores standout fiction, poetry, and artwork from contributors including Gabriella Balcom, Jim...

Tim heads back to February 2022 for a full review of Issue 105 of The World of Myth Magazine. This Valentine themed issue blends romance, heartbreak, horror, fantasy, humor, and poetry into one massive creative collection. Tim highlights Jenna Sparks being named Member of the Month, Jacqueline Bartley’s featured fantasy story “An Unexpected Meeting,” and standout contributions from Gabriella Balco...

Tim heads into January 2022 with a full review of Issue 104 of The World of Myth Magazine. Kicking off a new year, this issue brings a strong mix of fresh contributors and returning favorites across drabbles, fantasy, horror, sci fi, poetry, and artwork. Tim highlights Jim Bates’ featured story “Dragonfly,” Ed Bickford’s striking “Cyber Priest” cover, and standout work from Gabriella Balcom, Steph...

In Episode 370, Tim Law returns in a stronger headspace and shares a personal, upbeat episode centered on family, film, and finding balance again. He celebrates his son’s 20th birthday with a chaotic bowling outing, arcade battles, and a competitive streak that refuses to quit. From there, Tim dives into a series of movie reviews including the animated basketball film GOAT, Super Mario Galaxy, mul...

Tim finally returns to December 2021 with a full review of Issue 103 of The World of Myth Magazine. This oversized holiday issue blends festive themes with dark twists, emotional storytelling, and a wide range of poetry, fiction, and artwork. Tim highlights standout pieces from Lynn Phillips, Gabriella Balcom, Jim Bates, Dawn DeBraal, and many more, while reflecting on powerful themes like loss, f...

This week Tim dives into the March 2026 release, Issue 147 of The World of Myth Magazine. He celebrates being voted Member of the Month for his artwork, highlights Alan Ashley’s featured poem “Ursus,” and walks through a packed issue filled with drabbles, fantasy, horror, sci fi, poetry, and striking artwork. Tim also spotlights standout contributions from Gabriella Balcom, Jim Bates, Lisa H. Owen...

Tim Law steps away from reviews and delivers a raw, personal reflection on change, stress, and trying to find balance again. He opens with updates on the Open Contract Challenge, MythMart, and upcoming magazine releases, then shifts into an honest conversation about workplace pressure, shifting responsibilities, and how those changes are affecting his mindset, creativity, and home life. Drawing on...

Tim heads back to November 2021 to review Issue 102 of The World of Myth Magazine. This post milestone issue brings a mix of Thanksgiving themed stories, dark horror, fantasy adventures, and thoughtful poetry, while also celebrating Peggy Gerber’s Open Contract Challenge win. Tim highlights standout contributions across drabbles, children’s lit, fantasy, and sci fi, including work from Gabriella B...

Tim celebrates a full year of episodes while diving back into October 2021 with a Blast from the Past review of Issue 101. This Halloween themed issue is packed with dark fiction, eerie poetry, and haunting artwork, featuring standout contributions from Stephanie J. Bardy, Gabriella Balcam, Jim Bates, and many more. Tim reflects on his own early submissions, revisits the origins of stories that la...

Tim sits down with Dark Myth founder David K. Montoya for a wide ranging conversation about the current state and future of the company. They talk about the upcoming Open Contract Challenge, changes to the contest format, the return of access to the company’s publishing vendor, and what it means for Dark Myth titles moving forward. Dave also shares thoughts on MythMart, the Doobie Energy partnersh...

Tim Law dives into the newly released Issue 146 of The World of Myth Magazine. He highlights Member of the Month Crystal N. Ramos, breaks down Ryan Schirfenberg’s creative cover art “Galactic Helpline,” and explores the issue’s wide mix of fiction, poetry, and artwork. Tim also discusses reviews of Get Out and The Alchemist, comments on David K. Montoya’s company update about MythMart and Dark Myt...

Tim Law celebrates a massive milestone with a full deep dive into Issue 100 of The World of Myth Magazine from September 2021. Marking the 17th anniversary, this landmark issue explodes with 34 stories, 16 poems, 7 artworks, retrospectives, interviews, reviews, and heartfelt commentary from the founder. Tim walks through standout fiction across every genre, reflects on the creative surge that foll...

Tim Law continues the archive dive with Blast from the Past Part Forty Five, reviewing Issue 98 of The World of Myth Magazine from July 2021. He walks through a massive summer issue packed with drabbles, flash fiction, fantasy, horror, science fiction, humor, poetry, artwork, and reviews, highlighting standout contributions from Jim Bates, David K. Montoya, Gabriella Balcom, Dawn DeBraal, Stephani...

Tim Law welcomes Dark Myth president David K. Montoya for an open, wide ranging conversation about where the company stands at the start of 2026. They talk honestly about the current Ayot Nom Kickstarter, publishing realities, Myth Mart support, and why transparency matters when things do not go exactly as planned. The discussion also covers the future of the Open Contract Challenge, anthology pla...

Tim Law returns to the archives with Blast from the Past Part Forty-four, reviewing Issue 97 of The World of Myth Magazine from June 2021. He delivers a full, energetic breakdown of a massive issue packed with drabbles, flash fiction, fantasy, horror, science fiction, poetry, artwork, and reviews. Tim highlights memorable contributions from Jim Bates, Gabriella Balcom, Dawn DeBraal, Jeff R. Young,...

Tim Law goes back to the Wayback Machine, returning to Issue 96 from May 2021. He walks you through a dense, creative issue packed with drabbles, flash fiction, fantasy, poetry, artwork, and reviews, while reflecting on the magazine’s history and growth. Tim highlights standout work from Dawn DeBraal, Gabriella Balcom, Jim Bates, James Rumpel, Stephanie J. Bardy, and others, along with updates on...

Tim Law closes out 2025 with a full review of Issue 144, the December edition of The World of Myth Magazine. He walks through a holiday packed issue featuring drabbles, flash fiction, children’s lit, fantasy, horror, science fiction, humor, poetry, artwork, and reviews, while spotlighting standout contributions from David K. Montoya, Gabriella Balcom, Dawn DeBraal, James Rumpel, Olivia Arietti, an...