The World of Myth Bits Podcast

Tim Law looks back at Issue 95 from April 2021 and delivers a thorough, personal review of one of the magazine’s busiest periods. He highlights a strong Drabble and Flash lineup, major fantasy entries including the early chapters of The Picturesque Picaresque, and standout work from David K. Montoya, Gabriella Balcom, Jeff R. Young, Jim Bates, Dawn DeBraal, and many others. Tim also reflects on se...

Tim takes listeners back to March 2021 with a full review of Issue 94 of The World of Myth Magazine. He walks through a packed issue filled with drabbles, flash fiction, fantasy, horror, science fiction, poetry, artwork, and reviews, highlighting standout contributions from David K. Montoya, Gabriella Balcom, Walter G. Esselman, Jeff R. Young, Jim Bates, and many more. Tim reflects on the creative...

Tim looks back at Issue 93 from February 2021 and delivers a full section by section review packed with insight and reflection. He highlights strong horror and fantasy entries, thoughtful poetry, standout artwork, and the featured article by Walter G. Esselman, while also revisiting editor notes, founder commentary, and the creative mood of the early post lockdown period. Along the way, Tim calls...

Tim Law walks you through the November 2025 issue of The World of Myth Magazine with his usual mix of warmth, honesty, and clear insight. He highlights the return of the phone friendly format, Dave’s heartfelt founder commentary, Michael Liang Way’s standout art review, sharp critiques from Sally, and a wide range of stories, poems, and artwork that define the issue. Tim breaks the magazine down s...

In this episode, Tim powers through a rough week of feeling awful to bring listeners another deep dive into the magazine’s past with his review of Issue 92 from January 2021. Between weather swings in South Australia, a newly replaced backyard pool, and housekeeping updates for the current December submissions, he walks through each section of the issue with his usual mix of clear insight and pers...

Tim Law takes you through the 2025 Halloween issue of The World of Myth Magazine with his usual mix of insight, humor, and honesty. He highlights the return of horror themed stories, fresh fantasy entries, children’s lit, and standout art pieces, while also sharing updates from Dave and Lupa on upcoming issues, anthology progress, and Myth Mart news. You get a quick tour of the strongest drabbles,...

Tim Law sits down with company Owner and CEO, David K. Montoya for a candid conversation about recovery, resilience, and what’s next for The JayZoMon Dark Myth Company. Dave opens up about his recent spinal surgery and the road back to health, then dives into updates on the Halloween issue of The World of Myth Magazine, new art from Ed Bickford and John Kotsis, and the return of the classic star-r...

In this “blast from the past” episode of The World of Myth Bits, host Tim Law revisits Issue 91 of The World of Myth Magazine from December 2020, celebrating the creative resilience that emerged from one of the toughest years in memory. Tim highlights standout stories from Gabriella Balcom, David K. Montoya, Jeff R. Young, and many others while weaving in reflections on how isolation sparked new c...

Tim revisits The World of Myth Magazine Issue #90 from November 2020, a month packed with imagination and creativity. He explores standout works across horror, fantasy, and sci-fi, highlighting the talent of contributors like Gabriela Balcom, Steve Carr, and Jeff Young. Tim also reflects on how storytelling evolved during a time of global uncertainty and gives updates on upcoming Dark Myth project...

Tim dives into the Halloween edition of The World of Myth Magazine, Issue #89 from October 2020. He explores eerie and clever tales from Gabriela Balcom, Stephanie J. Bardy, David K. Montoya, Steve Carr, and more, celebrating a lineup filled with ghosts, monsters, and dark humor. From trick-or-treat terrors to twisted romances, this episode captures the creative energy that made 2020’s spooky seas...

Tim rewinds to September 2020 to review The World of Myth Magazine Issue #88. He revisits a time when creativity thrived during lockdown, exploring stories of fantasy, horror, and hope from names like Gabriela Balcom, Stephanie J. Bardy, David K. Montoya, and Jim Bates. From zombie fairies to haunted librarians and forgotten gods, Tim unpacks how this issue captured a world united by isolation but...

In this episode, Tim takes you through Issue #141 of The World of Myth Magazine. From a striking cover by Godspower David Patrick to standout fiction, poetry, and art, Tim highlights works by Gabriela Balcom, Stephanie J. Bardy, James Rumpel, Lisa H. Owens, and more. He also touches on David K. Montoya’s soapbox, the 21st anniversary of the magazine, and why reader support matters now more than ev...

In this episode, Tim takes us back to The World of Myth Magazine Issue #87 from August 2020, a massive edition packed with 21 stories, 11 poems, 4 artworks, and 6 reviews. He highlights standout pieces like Jeff R. Young’s epic fantasy finale The Rising, James Rumple’s chilling twists, and David K. Montoya’s humorous yet horrific Weird Science. Alongside the creative showcase, Tim shares updates o...

In this episode, Tim reviews The World of Myth Magazine Issue #86 from July 2020, a “short” turnaround issue that still managed to overflow with stories, poetry, and art. From P.C. Darkcliff's clever twist on Newton to Gabriela Balcom’s versatile tales, plus horror, fantasy, and serial installments, Tim highlights the creativity that made the issue shine. He also shares updates on Myth Mart’s 15%...

In this episode, Tim dives into The World of Myth Magazine Issue #140, August 2025. From chilling flash fiction and children’s tales to gripping fantasy, horror, and sci-fi, Tim highlights standout stories, artwork, and serials that keep the magazine thriving. He also shares company updates, including the call for submissions to Shadows in the Raven’s Eye, the upcoming release of Linda M. Sauve’s...

In this episode, Tim reviews The World of Myth Magazine Issue #85 from June 2020, featuring everything from flash fiction and fantasy adventures to horror, sci-fi, poetry, and striking artwork. He highlights new contributors, celebrates memorable stories, and reflects on his own very first published piece, Final Breath. Along the way, Tim shares updates about current Dark Myth projects, including...

In Tim's 150th milestone episode, he takes us back to The World of Myth Magazine issue #84 (May 2020). From fantasy adventures and horror chills to poetry and artwork, Tim revisits the stories, contributors, and themes that made this issue stand out. He also shares updates from Dave about Dark Myth’s future, including the locked-in 2026 publishing lineup and new releases at Myth Mart. It’s a nosta...

This week, Tim welcomes special guest Tate Dousette, the winner of the 2025 Open Contract Challenge: Speed Edition. Tate shares what it feels like to be published for the very first time, his passion for sci-fi, fantasy, and comics, and his upcoming Greek gods-inspired story set for release on Black Friday. The conversation also covers writing habits, creative influences, and the importance of com...

This week, Tim Law takes listeners on a nostalgic journey back to April 2020 with a “Blast Past” review of The World of Myth Magazine Issue #83. From the heartfelt editor’s note capturing the emotions of lockdown life, to standout stories in fantasy, horror, and sci-fi, Tim dives deep into the rich mix of creativity from that time. He revisits memorable works by Jeff R. Young, David K. Montoya, Wa...

Tim Law returns with a heartfelt and lively breakdown of The World of Myth Magazine Issue #139 (July 2025). From celebrating Tate Dorset, the first Gen Z Open Contract Challenge winner, to mourning the loss of legends like Ozzy Osbourne and Hulk Hogan, this episode balances emotion and excitement. Tim dives into the issue’s standout stories, poetry, and serials with his signature warmth and wit, h...

Tim takes us on a nostalgic journey back to March 2020 with “Blast from the Past #29.” This episode revisits Issue #82 of The World of Myth Magazine, a time capsule from the early days of global lockdown. From giraffe-themed jumping castles and pandemic panic to the creative spark that never dimmed, Tim explores the stories, poems, and artwork that defined the issue. With reviews of grim fairy tal...

In Episode, Tim takes listeners on a nostalgic deep dive into The World of Myth magazine's past, reviewing both Issue 80 (January 2020) and Issue 81 (February 2020) in one jam-packed episode. From zombie apocalypse tales and haunted cyclists to poetic reflections on spring and human tragedy, Tim explores the highs, horrors, and heartfelt moments that shaped these editions. He shines a light on sta...

In this episode, Tim catches up with el Presidente himself, David K. Montoya, for an unexpectedly raw and deeply honest conversation. As June marks Men's Mental Health Month, Dave opens up about his late-onset depression, the ongoing therapeutic journey of writing his autobiography, and how taking off the mask of “Business Dave” has revealed the vulnerable person beneath. But it’s not all heavy. T...

In Episode 331 of The World of Myth Bits, Tim spotlights Issue #138 of The World of Myth Magazine, sharing quick takes on standout stories from Gabriella Balcom, Mike Lutz, Miranda Cortez, and more. From mead-drinking gods to thoughtful AI, this fast-paced review hits the highlights with humor, insight, and just a dash of Canadian flair.

Tim returns with another nostalgic “Blast from the Past”—this time diving into the final issue of 2019, The World of Myth Magazine Issue #79. It’s a massive release featuring the explosive finale of Through the Eyes of Madness by David K. Montoya, the editorial reflections of Stephanie "Lupa" Bardy, and an all-star lineup of authors including Gabriella Balcom, Jim Bates, Steve Carr, Dawn DeBraal,...