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We had the opportunity to talk with award winning fantasy author Emily Schneider. She shares how a writing prompt helped her begin her story but it wasn't until years later a book series inspired her to complete it. She talks about a time management tool that helps her stay productive and how she has managed to stay motivated when she was trying to get traditionally published. Visit her at www.emi...

Daniel Crux visited with us and discussed how his book series The Black Sun came to be. We discuss his writing habits and a very successful marketing technique to get people interested in his books. You can find him at www.danielcrux.com.

We talk with artist Bruce Brenneise, he has done work for Wizards of the Coast, Orbit and Mega Crit's game Slay the Spire. You can find him at www.brucebrenneise.com.

Dream Walker Chronicles author Christopher Patterson spoke with us about the ups and downs of his authors journey. He shares valuable advise to new authors and shares how others have helped him. You can find him at www.christopher-patterson.com.

Fantasy author Jeffrey L. Kohanek shares his experiences at becoming a full time author. His books include the series Runes of Issalia, Wardens of Issalia, Fate of Wizardoms, Fall of Wizardoms. You can find him at www.jeffreylkohanek.com.

We got to speak with fantasy author Mike Voltz. We talk about how his debut novel, Dreamland, came about. We also talk about how we see ourselves as authors and how sometimes our expectations don't meet reality. You can find him at www.mikevoltz.com.

Fantasy author Matthew Wolf visited with us and talked about the genesis of the Ronin Saga. He shared some tips and tricks on being more productive, I loved the candle trick, and how Tracy Hickman gave him encouragement. You can find him www.matt-wolf.com.

We talked with Bryan about his journey to become an author and how his books are interconnected. He shares what he did to get a cover artist and how his wife helped him achieve his dream. You can fin him at www.intercontpress.com.

We had the chance to speak with Brady Caleb Wilkinson right before the release of his debut novel the Dance of Dawn & Dusk. He shares how the classics have influenced his story. He also shares some great advice for writing and life. You can find him at www.bradycalebwilkinson.com.

We had the chance to talk with author D. N. Erikson, who also writes under Nicholas Erik. We talk about his author's journey and he gives great advice for beginning authors. You can find him at www.dnerikson.com or www.nicholaserik.com.

Listen to fantasy author Jim Butcher, his works include the best selling Dresden Files, the Codex Alera and the Cinder Spires series. He shares how he a challenge from an acquaintance led to the Codex Alera series. How he planned a twenty book series when his teacher was wanting only a plan for one book and how he has overcome personal challenges in during the pandemic. You can visit him and www.j...

In this episode we get a chance to talk with fantasy authors Dan & Robert Zangari. The father and son team that brings us The Tales of the Amulet Series. They talk about what it's like working as a team and about how long Dan has had this story in his head. This interview was recorded before the passing of David Farland and we express our appreciation for him as well. You can find them at www....

We had the chance to talk with fantasy author William Hastings, the author of the Vagabond Legacy series and Vatican Championship Wrestling. Listen as we talk about what has influenced him and our mutual love of professional wrestling as a means of storytelling and an art form. You can find him at www.tgrpress.com.

Gil Hough is a fantasy author whose works include The Order of the Lion series as well as the Throne of Hearts series. Listen as he shares how he is able to maintain a full time job and write part time. The struggles with marketing and translating his works into another language. You can find him at www.gilhough.com.

We had the chance to talk with JC Kang the author of the Amazon #1 best selling series the Dragon Songs Saga. Listen as he shares the ups and downs of his journey. You can find him at www.jckang.dragonstonepress.us.

Derek Prior is a fantasy author best known for the Annals of the Nameless Dwarf series. Listen as he shares his author's journey and what it took for him to become successful. You can find him at www.dpprior.com

We had a chance to sit down with fantasy author Shami Stovall some of her works include the Frith Chronicles, The Star Marque trilogy and The Sorcerers of WWII. Listen as she shares her authors journey including being traditionally published. You can find her at www.sastovallauthor.com.

We were able to talk with prolific author Craig Halloran. Listen as he talks about his authors journey and how things have changed since he first began. He talks about his habits and things that have helped him be successful. You can find him at www.craighalloran.com, www.thedarkslayer.com and www.dragonwarsbooks.com.

In Episode 16 we sat down with Chris Fox and talked about his authors journey. His latest book the epic fantasy, Shattered Gods, is now available. You can find Chris at www.chrisfoxwrites.com or on his YouTube channel, www.youtube.com/chrisfoxwrites. Please Like, Subscribe and Share this episode with your friends.

We had a chance to sit down with Ryan D. Meier and have him share some thoughts and insights about being an independent author. His books include Shadows of Creation and The Kept King. You can visit his site at www.ryandmeier.com for more information. He also shared with us some digital copies of his books to give away. If you email karsonlacy@troionline.com you can have a chance to get a copy.

We visited with Hunter Blain and talked about how a friend influenced his book series The Preternatural Chronicles. Visit his website at www.hunterblain.com and get a copy of 0.5 of the series Deliverance.

We had the chance to visit with Katie Cross the author of The Network Series. She shares how a writing prompt lead to Miss Mabel's School for Girls and how she how's a team of people to help her with her success. You can visit Katie at www.kcrosswriting.com.

Listen to Davis Ashura tell about his writing habits and his journey at becoming an author while being a doctor, running a business, being a husband and a father. His series include the Instrument of Omens, The Castes and Outcastes and The Chronicles of William Wilde. His website is www.davisashura.com.

We talked with Fantasy and Science Fiction author Andy Peloquin with multiple series available, including the Darkblade series which has been an Amazon bestseller in multiple categories. You can learn more at www.andypeloquin.com. TROI seeks to promote, entertain, inspire, and educate creators of all things related to Fantasy and Science Fiction.

We had the chance to talk with Jonathan Yanez, his series include Hunters For Hire and Forsaken Mercenary. His website is www.jonathan-yanez.com. Thanks for listening to the TROI Podcast where we seek to inspire, educate and entertain those who enjoy fantasy and science fiction.