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Traditional vs. Self Publishing (with Hugh Howey & Duncan Swan)
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'The Gods Below' is available now:
amazon.com/Gods-Below-Hollow-Covenant-Book-ebook/dp/B0CVXMSYTG
ABOUT THE HOST & AUTHOR:
Frasier Armitage is the author of New Yesterday, as well as its prequel novella Yestermorrow and the sci-fi novelette Rememory. His latest release is Time's Ellipse.
Amazon: amazon.com/stores/Frasier-Armitage/author/B09LYTLJGD
frasierarmitage.com
Andrea Stewart is the author of the 'Drowning Empire' fantasy series.
Amazon: andreagstewart.com
andreagstewart.com
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NOTE: This is part one of a two-part chat with Nghi. Stayed tuned next week for her mini-masterclass on Convincing Details & Descriptions.
SHOUTOUT TO THE 'SFF ADDICT' PATRONS:
Thank you David Hopkins, Luke F. Shepherd, Daniel Ryan, Christopher R. DuBois and Luke A. Winch for supporting us on Patreon at $10+.
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OUTLINE:
0:00 - Intro
6:18 - Nghi’s reading and writing journey
12:19 - The Empress of Salt and Fortune and its sequels
21:03 - Siren Queen, The Chosen and the Beautiful and history
25:38 - Re-imagining The Great Gatsby
28:54 - The City in Glass, setting and vibes vs. plot
37:40 - Angels, demons and love
43:44 - Change and character growth
46:11 - Outro, writing advice & random fact
ABOUT OUR GUEST:
Nghi Vo is the award-winning author of The Singing Hills Cycle, Siren Queen and The Chosen and the Beautiful. Her newest novel is The City in Glass, which you can purchase here: torpublishinggroup.com/the-city-in-glass
Find Nghi on:
Twitter: twitter.com/NghiVoWriting
Amazon: amazon.com/stores/author/B082W52TC2
nghivo.com
ABOUT OUR HOSTS:
Adrian M. Gibson is a podcaster, writer and illustrator. His debut novel, Mushroom Blues, is available now in eBook, paperback and hardcover. Buy it here: amzn.to/3Ptg2SH
Find Adrian on:
Twitter: twitter.com/adrianmgibson
adrianmgibson.com
Greta Kelly is the author of the brand new novel The Queen of Days, as well as the Warrior Witch Duology (The Frozen Crown and The Seventh Queen).
Twitter: twitter.com/GretaKKelly
Instagram: instagram.com/gretakkelly
Amazon: amazon.com/stores/Greta-Kelly/author/B08FRSZ84N
gretakkelly.com
FIND US ONLINE:
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Instagram: instagram.com/sffaddictspod
MUSIC:
Intro: "Into The Grid" by MellauSFX: pond5.com/royalty-free-music/item/42726095-grid-80s-synthwave-electronic
Outro: “Galactic Synthwave” by Divion: pond5.com/royalty-free-music/item/141376336-galactic-synthwave
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NOTE: This is part two of a two-part chat with Cat. Click here to check out part one: youtu.be/Ds9WD89E-hQ?si=ON11gUrYZH8hGEEr
SHOUTOUT TO THE 'SFF ADDICT' PATRONS:
Thank you David Hopkins, Luke F. Shepherd, Daniel Ryan, Christopher R. DuBois and Luke A. Winch for supporting us on Patreon at $10+.
SUPPORT THE SHOW:
- Patreon (for exclusive bonus episodes, author readings, book giveaways and more): http://patreon.com/sffaddictspod
- Merch shop (for a selection of tees, tote bags, mugs and more): sffaddicts.creator-spring.com
- Rate and review SFF Addicts on your platform of choice, and share us with your friends
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OUTLINE:
0:00 - Intro
3:20 - What is omniscient narration?
9:40 - When to use omniscient POV
12:20 - Benefits and challenges of omniscient
18:29 - Narrative voice and character transitions
24:50 - Internal vs. external characterization
30:41 - Experimenting with POV styles
37:49 - Do agents/editors want omniscient stories?
40:40 - Final advice on omniscient narration
43:50 - Outro
ABOUT OUR GUEST:
Cat Rambo is the author of the Disco Space Opera series, the Tabat Quartet and more. They are also a teacher, podcaster and editor. Their newest novel is Rumor Has It, which you can purchase here:
us.macmillan.com/books/9781250269393/rumorhasit
Find Cat on:
Twitter: twitter.com/catrambo
Amazon: amazon.com/stores/Cat-Rambo/author/B002LFMXGG
catrambo.com
catrambo.com/academy
ABOUT OUR HOSTS:
Adrian M. Gibson is a podcaster, writer and illustrator. His debut novel, Mushroom Blues, is available now in eBook, paperback and hardcover. Buy it here: amzn.to/3Ptg2SH
Find Adrian on:
Twitter: twitter.com/adrianmgibson
adrianmgibson.com
M.J. Kuhn is the author of Among Thieves and its sequel Thick as Thieves, both of which you can buy here:
simonandschuster.com/books/Among-Thieves/M-J-Kuhn/Tales-of-Thamorr/9781982142148
simonandschuster.com/books/Thick-as-Thieves/M-J-Kuhn/Tales-of-Thamorr/9781668013632
Find M.J. on:
Twitter: twitter.com/mjkuhnbooks
mjkuhn.com
FIND US ONLINE:
Twitter: twitter.com/SFFAddictsPod
Instagram: instagram.com/sffaddictspod
MUSIC:
Intro: "Into The Grid" by MellauSFX: pond5.com/royalty-free-music/item/42726095-grid-80s-synthwave-electronic
Outro: “Galactic Synthwave” by Divion: pond5.com/royalty-free-music/item/141376336-galactic-synthwave
#writing #spaceopera #interview #scifi #booktube #writingadvice #sciencefiction #podcast #publishing #books #food #cooking
'Extremophile' is available now:
amazon.com/Extremophile-Ian-Green-ebook/dp/B0CZVP87Q6
ABOUT THE HOST & AUTHOR:
Frasier Armitage is the author of New Yesterday, as well as its prequel novella Yestermorrow and the sci-fi novelette Rememory. His latest release is Time's Ellipse.
Amazon: amazon.com/stores/Frasier-Armitage/author/B09LYTLJGD
frasierarmitage.com
Ian Green is the author of the 'Rotstorm' fantasy series, and sci-fi masterpiece, 'Extremophile'.
Amazon: amazon.com/stores/Ian-Green/author/B0919WL8DN
ianthegreen.com
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NOTE: This is part one of a two-part chat with Cat. Stayed tuned next week for their mini-masterclass on Omniscient Narration & POV.
BOOK MENTIONED:
- The SFWA Ad Astra Cookbook: catrambo.com/books/ad-astra-the-50th-anniversary-sfwa-cookbook
SHOUTOUT TO THE 'SFF ADDICT' PATRONS:
Thank you David Hopkins, Luke F. Shepherd, Daniel Ryan, Christopher R. DuBois and Luke A. Winch for supporting us on Patreon at $10+.
SUPPORT THE SHOW:
- Patreon (for exclusive bonus episodes, author readings, book giveaways and more): http://patreon.com/sffaddictspod
- Merch shop (for a selection of tees, tote bags, mugs and more): sffaddicts.creator-spring.com
- Rate and review SFF Addicts on your platform of choice, and share us with your friends
EMAIL US WITH YOUR QUESTIONS & COMMENTS:
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OUTLINE:
0:00 - Intro
5:01 - Cat’s SFF origins
7:32 - Writing in different formats and genres
12:55 - Working as an editor
17:16 - Teaching and The Rambo Academy for Wayward Writers
21:15 - SFWA and the SFF community
29:27 - Disco Space Opera, found family and subverting tropes
37:28 - Writing a long series
42:16 - Cooking and foodie culture (in space!)
50:01 - Outro, writing advice & random fact
ABOUT OUR GUEST:
Cat Rambo is the author of the Disco Space Opera series, the Tabat Quartet and more. They are also a teacher, podcaster and editor. Their newest novel is Rumor Has It, which you can purchase here:
us.macmillan.com/books/9781250269393/rumorhasit
Find Cat on:
Twitter: twitter.com/catrambo
Amazon: amazon.com/stores/Cat-Rambo/author/B002LFMXGG
catrambo.com
catrambo.com/academy
ABOUT OUR HOSTS:
Adrian M. Gibson is a podcaster, writer and illustrator. His debut novel, Mushroom Blues, is available now in eBook, paperback and hardcover. Buy it here: amzn.to/3Ptg2SH
Find Adrian on:
Twitter: twitter.com/adrianmgibson
adrianmgibson.com
M.J. Kuhn is the author of Among Thieves and its sequel Thick as Thieves, both of which you can buy here:
simonandschuster.com/books/Among-Thieves/M-J-Kuhn/Tales-of-Thamorr/9781982142148
simonandschuster.com/books/Thick-as-Thieves/M-J-Kuhn/Tales-of-Thamorr/9781668013632
Find M.J. on:
Twitter: twitter.com/mjkuhnbooks
mjkuhn.com
FIND US ONLINE:
Twitter: twitter.com/SFFAddictsPod
Instagram: instagram.com/sffaddictspod
MUSIC:
Intro: "Into The Grid" by MellauSFX: pond5.com/royalty-free-music/item/42726095-grid-80s-synthwave-electronic
Outro: “Galactic Synthwave” by Divion: pond5.com/royalty-free-music/item/141376336-galactic-synthwave
#writing #spaceopera #interview #scifi #booktube #writingadvice #sciencefiction #podcast #publishing #books #food #cooking
'New Rock, New Role' is available now:
amazon.com/New-Rock-Role-Book/dp/B0CPKFSS19
ABOUT THE HOST & AUTHOR:
Frasier Armitage is the author of New Yesterday, as well as its prequel novella Yestermorrow and the sci-fi novelette Rememory. His latest release is Time's Ellipse.
Amazon: amazon.com/stores/Frasier-Armitage/author/B09LYTLJGD
frasierarmitage.com
Richard Sparks is the genius behind some of the most classic comedy sketches of all time, as well as the TV show Not The Nine O'Clock News, and he's the author of 'New Rock, New Role'.
Amazon: amazon.com/New-Rock-Role-Book/dp/B0CPKFSS19
richardsparks.com
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NOTE: This is part two of a two-part chat with Tim. Click here to check out part one: youtu.be/-9g6beT262A?si=XWw8VsMERLzi7uh3
SHOUTOUT TO THE 'SFF ADDICT' PATRONS:
Thank you David Hopkins, Luke F. Shepherd, Daniel Ryan, Christopher R. DuBois and Luke A. Winch for supporting us on Patreon at $10+.
SUPPORT THE SHOW:
- Patreon (for exclusive bonus episodes, author readings, book giveaways and more): http://patreon.com/sffaddictspod
- Merch shop (for a selection of tees, tote bags, mugs and more): sffaddicts.creator-spring.com
- Rate and review SFF Addicts on your platform of choice, and share us with your friends
EMAIL US WITH YOUR QUESTIONS & COMMENTS:
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OUTLINE:
0:00 - Intro
5:16 - Modernity, hardboiled fiction and cyberpunk
15:47 - Confronting modernity in real life
22:07 - Relevancy, expectations and pastiche
31:00 - Worldbuilding and crafting believable futures
36:44 - Thematic resonance and historical context
45:21 - Fact, fiction and believability
53:56 - Outro
ABOUT OUR GUEST:
T. R. Napper is the award-winning author of 36 Streets, Neon Leviathan, Ghost of the Neon God and Aliens: Bishop. He also wrote his Doctorate thesis in Creative Writing on 'The Dark Century: 1946-2046. Noir, Cyberpunk and Asian Modernity.' His newest novel is The Escher Man, which you can purchase here: penguinrandomhouse.com/books/747997/the-escher-man-by-t-r-napper
Find Tim on:
Twitter: twitter.com/TheEscherMan
Amazon: amazon.com/stores/T.R.-Napper/author/B00WLEL8AO
http://nappertime.com
ABOUT OUR HOSTS:
Adrian M. Gibson is a podcaster, writer and illustrator. His debut novel, Mushroom Blues, is available now in eBook, paperback and hardcover. Buy it here: amzn.to/3Ptg2SH
Find Adrian on:
Twitter: twitter.com/adrianmgibson
adrianmgibson.com
M.J. Kuhn is the author of Among Thieves and its sequel Thick as Thieves, both of which you can buy here:
simonandschuster.com/books/Among-Thieves/M-J-Kuhn/Tales-of-Thamorr/9781982142148
simonandschuster.com/books/Thick-as-Thieves/M-J-Kuhn/Tales-of-Thamorr/9781668013632
Find M.J. on:
Twitter: twitter.com/mjkuhnbooks
mjkuhn.com
FIND US ONLINE:
Twitter: twitter.com/SFFAddictsPod
Instagram: instagram.com/sffaddictspod
MUSIC:
Intro: "Into The Grid" by MellauSFX: pond5.com/royalty-free-music/item/42726095-grid-80s-synthwave-electronic
Outro: “Galactic Synthwave” by Divion: pond5.com/royalty-free-music/item/141376336-galactic-synthwave
#writing #cyberpunk #technology #interview #scifi #booktube #writingadvice #sciencefiction #podcast #publishing #books
NOTE: This is part one of a two-part chat with Tim. Stayed tuned next week for his mini-masterclass on Modernity & Building Believable Futures.
SHOUTOUT TO THE 'SFF ADDICT' PATRONS:
Thank you David Hopkins, Luke F. Shepherd, Daniel Ryan, Christopher R. DuBois and Luke A. Winch for supporting us on Patreon at $10+.
SUPPORT THE SHOW:
- Patreon (for exclusive bonus episodes, author readings, book giveaways and more): http://patreon.com/sffaddictspod
- Merch shop (for a selection of tees, tote bags, mugs and more): sffaddicts.creator-spring.com
- Rate and review SFF Addicts on your platform of choice, and share us with your friends
EMAIL US WITH YOUR QUESTIONS & COMMENTS:
sffaddictspod@gmail.com
OUTLINE:
0:00 - Intro
5:00 - Tim’s reading history
8:44 - Living abroad and cultural immersion
15:05 - Parenting and writing
18:37 - Cyberpunk, noir and Australia
27:39 - Novellas, creative process and philosophy
34:37 - The Escher Man and trunked novels
42:31 - Memory, technology and unreliable narrators
50:35 - Writing in the Aliens universe
57:42 - Outro, writing advice & random fact
ABOUT OUR GUEST:
T. R. Napper is the award-winning author of 36 Streets, Neon Leviathan, Ghost of the Neon God and Aliens: Bishop. He also wrote his Doctorate thesis in Creative Writing on 'The Dark Century: 1946-2046. Noir, Cyberpunk and Asian Modernity.' His newest novel is The Escher Man, which you can purchase here: penguinrandomhouse.com/books/747997/the-escher-man-by-t-r-napper
Find Tim on:
Twitter: twitter.com/TheEscherMan
Amazon: amazon.com/stores/T.R.-Napper/author/B00WLEL8AO
http://nappertime.com
ABOUT OUR HOSTS:
Adrian M. Gibson is a podcaster, writer and illustrator. His debut novel, Mushroom Blues, is available now in eBook, paperback and hardcover. Buy it here: amzn.to/3Ptg2SH
Find Adrian on:
Twitter: twitter.com/adrianmgibson
adrianmgibson.com
M.J. Kuhn is the author of Among Thieves and its sequel Thick as Thieves, both of which you can buy here:
simonandschuster.com/books/Among-Thieves/M-J-Kuhn/Tales-of-Thamorr/9781982142148
simonandschuster.com/books/Thick-as-Thieves/M-J-Kuhn/Tales-of-Thamorr/9781668013632
Find M.J. on:
Twitter: twitter.com/mjkuhnbooks
mjkuhn.com
FIND US ONLINE:
Twitter: twitter.com/SFFAddictsPod
Instagram: instagram.com/sffaddictspod
MUSIC:
Intro: "Into The Grid" by MellauSFX: pond5.com/royalty-free-music/item/42726095-grid-80s-synthwave-electronic
Outro: “Galactic Synthwave” by Divion: pond5.com/royalty-free-music/item/141376336-galactic-synthwave
#writing #cyberpunk #technology #interview #scifi #booktube #writingadvice #sciencefiction #podcast #publishing #books
'Digital Extremities' is released on September 24th, 2024, available to pre-order now:
amazon.com/Digital-Extremities-Adam-Bassett-ebook/dp/B0D8GF7X4G
ABOUT THE HOST & AUTHOR:
Frasier Armitage is the author of New Yesterday, as well as its prequel novella Yestermorrow and the sci-fi novelette Rememory. His latest release is Time's Ellipse.
Amazon: amazon.com/stores/Frasier-Armitage/author/B09LYTLJGD
frasierarmitage.com
Adam Bassett is an illustrator, reviewer, and author of the upcoming collection 'Digital Extremities'.
Amazon: amazon.com/stores/Adam-Bassett/author/B01CIJOYO8
adamcbassett.com
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NOTE: This is part two of a two-part chat with Miles. Click here to check out part one: youtu.be/u75PKcppH-g?si=NGwsVJiDYjerVRE1
SHOUTOUT TO THE 'SFF ADDICT' PATRONS:
Thank you David Hopkins, Luke F. Shepherd, Daniel Ryan, Christopher R. DuBois and Luke A. Winch for supporting us on Patreon at $10+.
SUPPORT THE SHOW:
- Patreon (for exclusive bonus episodes, author readings, book giveaways and more): http://patreon.com/sffaddictspod
- Merch shop (for a selection of tees, tote bags, mugs and more): sffaddicts.creator-spring.com
- Rate and review SFF Addicts on your platform of choice, and share us with your friends
EMAIL US WITH YOUR QUESTIONS & COMMENTS:
sffaddictspod@gmail.com
OUTLINE:
0:00 - Intro
4:23 - Family vacations AKA research trips
10:13 - Research and surface detail
17:28 - Methods for researching
21:59 - Balancing historical fact and creative freedom
26:39 - Lived research and reenactment
38:57 - Combat and swordfighting
46:04 - Systems and worldbuilding details
54:42 - When to stop researching and start writing
1:04:37 - Outro
ABOUT OUR GUEST:
Christian "Miles" Cameron is the author of Artifact Space, the Long War series, Chivalry series, Tyrant series, The Traitor Son Cycle and more. His newest release is Deep Black, which you can purchase here: gollancz.co.uk/titles/miles-cameron/deep-black/9781399615037
Find Miles on:
Twitter: twitter.com/phokion1
Amazon: amazon.com/stores/Christian-Cameron/author/B001HQ2XDS
christiancameronauthor.com
ABOUT OUR HOSTS:
Adrian M. Gibson is a podcaster, writer and illustrator. His debut novel, Mushroom Blues, is available now in eBook, paperback and hardcover. Buy it here: amzn.to/3Ptg2SH
Find Adrian on:
Twitter: twitter.com/adrianmgibson
adrianmgibson.com
M.J. Kuhn is the author of Among Thieves and its sequel Thick as Thieves, both of which you can buy here:
simonandschuster.com/books/Among-Thieves/M-J-Kuhn/Tales-of-Thamorr/9781982142148
simonandschuster.com/books/Thick-as-Thieves/M-J-Kuhn/Tales-of-Thamorr/9781668013632
Find M.J. on:
Twitter: twitter.com/mjkuhnbooks
mjkuhn.com
FIND US ONLINE:
Twitter: twitter.com/SFFAddictsPod
Instagram: instagram.com/sffaddictspod
MUSIC:
Intro: "Into The Grid" by MellauSFX: pond5.com/royalty-free-music/item/42726095-grid-80s-synthwave-electronic
Outro: “Galactic Synthwave” by Divion: pond5.com/royalty-free-music/item/141376336-galactic-synthwave
#writing #history #fantasy #research #interview #scifi #booktube #writingadvice #sciencefiction #podcast #publishing #books
NOTE: This is part one of a two-part chat with Miles. Stayed tuned next week for his mini-masterclass on Researching for Fantasy.
SHOUTOUT TO THE 'SFF ADDICT' PATRONS:
Thank you David Hopkins, Luke F. Shepherd, Daniel Ryan, Christopher R. DuBois and Luke A. Winch for supporting us on Patreon at $10+.
SUPPORT THE SHOW:
- Patreon (for exclusive bonus episodes, author readings, book giveaways and more): http://patreon.com/sffaddictspod
- Merch shop (for a selection of tees, tote bags, mugs and more): sffaddicts.creator-spring.com
- Rate and review SFF Addicts on your platform of choice, and share us with your friends
EMAIL US WITH YOUR QUESTIONS & COMMENTS:
sffaddictspod@gmail.com
OUTLINE:
0:00 - Intro
6:29 - Miles’ reading and writing journey
14:38 - Writing speculative fiction and historical fantasy
18:57 - Writing routine and productivity
28:33 - Worldbuilding, history and plotting
40:34 - Artifact Space, trade and travel experiences
45:59 - Genre as a construct
54:43 - Outro, writing advice & random fact
ABOUT OUR GUEST:
Christian "Miles" Cameron is the author of Artifact Space, the Long War series, Chivalry series, Tyrant series, The Traitor Son Cycle and more. His newest release is Deep Black, which you can purchase here: gollancz.co.uk/titles/miles-cameron/deep-black/9781399615037
Find Miles on:
Twitter: twitter.com/phokion1
Amazon: amazon.com/stores/Christian-Cameron/author/B001HQ2XDS
christiancameronauthor.com
ABOUT OUR HOSTS:
Adrian M. Gibson is a podcaster, writer and illustrator. His debut novel, Mushroom Blues, is available now in eBook, paperback and hardcover. Buy it here: amzn.to/3Ptg2SH
Find Adrian on:
Twitter: twitter.com/adrianmgibson
adrianmgibson.com
M.J. Kuhn is the author of Among Thieves and its sequel Thick as Thieves, both of which you can buy here:
simonandschuster.com/books/Among-Thieves/M-J-Kuhn/Tales-of-Thamorr/9781982142148
simonandschuster.com/books/Thick-as-Thieves/M-J-Kuhn/Tales-of-Thamorr/9781668013632
Find M.J. on:
Twitter: twitter.com/mjkuhnbooks
mjkuhn.com
FIND US ONLINE:
Twitter: twitter.com/SFFAddictsPod
Instagram: instagram.com/sffaddictspod
MUSIC:
Intro: "Into The Grid" by MellauSFX: pond5.com/royalty-free-music/item/42726095-grid-80s-synthwave-electronic
Outro: “Galactic Synthwave” by Divion: pond5.com/royalty-free-music/item/141376336-galactic-synthwave
#writing #history #fantasy #interview #scifi #booktube #writingadvice #sciencefiction #podcast #publishing #books
'Limelight and Other Stories' is released on Tuesday September 3rd, 2024, available to pre-order now:
amazon.com/Limelight-Other-Stories-Lyndsey-Croal-ebook/dp/B0D71JFHSH
ABOUT THE HOST & AUTHOR:
Frasier Armitage is the author of New Yesterday, as well as its prequel novella Yestermorrow and the sci-fi novelette Rememory. His latest release is Time's Ellipse.
Amazon: amazon.com/stores/Frasier-Armitage/author/B09LYTLJGD
frasierarmitage.com
Lyndsey Croal is the author of the novelette Have You Decided On Your Question? as well as a new short story collection, Limelight and Other Stories.
Amazon: amazon.com/stores/Lyndsey-Croal/author/B0BZRK3MLV
lyndseycroal.co.uk
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OUR SPONSOR:
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SHOUTOUT TO THE 'SFF ADDICT' PATRONS:
Thank you David Hopkins, Luke F. Shepherd, Daniel Ryan, Christopher R. DuBois and Luke A. Winch for supporting us on Patreon at $10+.
SUPPORT THE SHOW:
- Patreon (for exclusive bonus episodes, author readings, book giveaways and more): http://patreon.com/sffaddictspod
- Merch shop (for a selection of tees, tote bags, mugs and more): sffaddicts.creator-spring.com
- Rate and review SFF Addicts on your platform of choice, and share us with your friends
EMAIL US WITH YOUR QUESTIONS & COMMENTS:
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OUTLINE:
0:00 - Intro & Sponsor
6:53 - How we got started in content creation
14:40 - The big content platforms
24:33 - Editing software, recording equipment and content length
38:53 - Algorithms, audience and originality
50:52 - Monetization, advertising and scams
1:12:32 - Reviewing books and publisher/author relationships
1:33:35 - Outro
ABOUT OUR GUESTS:
Evan Leikam from Book Reviews Kill is a content creator on TikTok and Instagram. He is also a podcaster and author, with his debut novel, Anji Kills a King, publishing in 2025 through Tor Books.
TikTok: tiktok.com/@book_reviews_kill
Instagram: instagram.com/book_reviews_kill
YouTube: youtube.com/channel/UCIFuh03DsdKwDDoYAdd73rw
Mike from Mike's Book Reviews is a book reviewer/content creator on YouTube.
YouTube: youtube.com/channel/UCm_DGonIiSrLBGLz0ProiWA
Twitter: twitter.com/Zepp1978
Patreon: patreon.com/MikesBookReviews
Kayla from Kay's Hidden Shelf is a book reviewer/content creator on YouTube.
YouTube: youtube.com/channel/UCRZCk06bZVJFCvlZn6baeRQ
Twitter: twitter.com/KaysHiddenShelf
Instagram: instagram.com/kayshiddenshelf
ABOUT OUR HOSTS:
Adrian M. Gibson is a podcaster, writer and illustrator. His debut novel, Mushroom Blues, is available now in eBook, paperback and hardcover. Buy it here: amzn.to/3Ptg2SH
Find Adrian on:
Twitter: twitter.com/adrianmgibson
adrianmgibson.com
M.J. Kuhn is the author of Among Thieves and its sequel Thick as Thieves, both of which you can buy here:
simonandschuster.com/books/Among-Thieves/M-J-Kuhn/Tales-of-Thamorr/9781982142148
simonandschuster.com/books/Thick-as-Thieves/M-J-Kuhn/Tales-of-Thamorr/9781668013632
Find M.J. on:
Twitter: twitter.com/mjkuhnbooks
mjkuhn.com
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MUSIC:
Intro: "Into The Grid" by MellauSFX: pond5.com/royalty-free-music/item/42726095-grid-80s-synthwave-electronic
Outro: “Galactic Synthwave” by Divion: pond5.com/royalty-free-music/item/141376336-galactic-synthwave
AD ATTRIBUTION:
- Music: "Beyond Horizon" by CharlVera
- Ivan Zastavetskyi: istockphoto.com/es/v%C3%ADdeo/mujer-caballero-sosteniendo-atentamente-una-espada-en-sus-manos-sentada-en-armadura-gm1299975818-392439666
- Onfokus: istockphoto.com/en/video/aerial-view-of-boreal-nature-forest-in-summer-gm843941470-138525299
- gorodenkoff: istockphoto.com/es/v%C3%ADdeo/caballero-medieval-caminando-en-el-campo-de-batalla-en-medio-de-enemigos-muertos-gm1329941832-413445929
- gorodenkoff: istockphoto.com/es/v%C3%ADdeo/armies-of-medieval-knights-fighting-with-swords-guerra-de-la-edad-oscura-cruzada-gm1329975227-413445953
- gt29: istockphoto.com/es/v%C3%ADdeo/una-bola-de-fuego-ardiente-aparece-y-desaparece-sobre-un-fondo-transparente-llama-gm1490727418-515231729
- Ivan Zastavetskyi: istockphoto.com/es/v%C3%ADdeo/poderosa-hembra-en-armadura-medieval-de-juana-de-arco-bajando-la-espada-cubierta-de-gm1299753467-392278537
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NOTE: This is part two of a two-part chat with Daniel and Ty. Click here to check out part one: youtu.be/JQsE_0u07BA
OUR SPONSOR:
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Visit David Hopkin's website and sign up for the epic fantasy newsletter to receive a FREE download of the War of the Hounds eBook: thatdavidhopkins.com
SHOUTOUT TO THE 'SFF ADDICT' PATRONS:
Thank you David Hopkins, Luke F. Shepherd, Daniel Ryan, Christopher R. DuBois and Luke A. Winch for supporting us on Patreon at $10+.
SUPPORT THE SHOW:
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23:12 - Solo vs. collaborative writing
27:16 - Working with editors and writers rooms
38:04 - Star Wars and Dungeons & Dragons
42:34 - Critique partners, sensitivity readers and feedback
51:01 - Outro
ABOUT OUR GUESTS:
Daniel Abraham & Ty Franck are the bestselling co-authors of The Expanse series. Their newest release is The Mercy of Gods, which you can purchase here: store.orbit-books.co.uk/products/the-mercy-of-gods
You can also follow Daniel and Ty on Patreon: patreon.com/JamesSACoreyWritesaNovel
Find Daniel on:
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jamessacorey.com
ABOUT OUR HOSTS:
Adrian M. Gibson is a podcaster, writer and illustrator. His debut novel, Mushroom Blues, is available now in eBook, paperback and hardcover. Buy it here: amzn.to/3Ptg2SH
Find Adrian on:
Twitter: twitter.com/adrianmgibson
adrianmgibson.com
M.J. Kuhn is the author of Among Thieves and its sequel Thick as Thieves, both of which you can buy here:
simonandschuster.com/books/Among-Thieves/M-J-Kuhn/Tales-of-Thamorr/9781982142148
simonandschuster.com/books/Thick-as-Thieves/M-J-Kuhn/Tales-of-Thamorr/9781668013632
Find M.J. on:
Twitter: twitter.com/mjkuhnbooks
mjkuhn.com
FIND US ONLINE:
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MUSIC:
Intro: "Into The Grid" by MellauSFX: pond5.com/royalty-free-music/item/42726095-grid-80s-synthwave-electronic
Outro: “Galactic Synthwave” by Divion: pond5.com/royalty-free-music/item/141376336-galactic-synthwave
AD ATTRIBUTION:
- Music: "Beyond Horizon" by CharlVera
- Ivan Zastavetskyi: istockphoto.com/es/v%C3%ADdeo/mujer-caballero-sosteniendo-atentamente-una-espada-en-sus-manos-sentada-en-armadura-gm1299975818-392439666
- Onfokus: istockphoto.com/en/video/aerial-view-of-boreal-nature-forest-in-summer-gm843941470-138525299
- gorodenkoff: istockphoto.com/es/v%C3%ADdeo/caballero-medieval-caminando-en-el-campo-de-batalla-en-medio-de-enemigos-muertos-gm1329941832-413445929
- gorodenkoff: istockphoto.com/es/v%C3%ADdeo/armies-of-medieval-knights-fighting-with-swords-guerra-de-la-edad-oscura-cruzada-gm1329975227-413445953
- gt29: istockphoto.com/es/v%C3%ADdeo/una-bola-de-fuego-ardiente-aparece-y-desaparece-sobre-un-fondo-transparente-llama-gm1490727418-515231729
- Ivan Zastavetskyi: istockphoto.com/es/v%C3%ADdeo/poderosa-hembra-en-armadura-medieval-de-juana-de-arco-bajando-la-espada-cubierta-de-gm1299753467-392278537
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Support both Stars & Sabers and the Of Shadows, Stars, and Sabers anthology here:
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ABOUT THE AUTHORS:
Gareth L. Powell is the award-winning author of Descendant Machine, Stars and Bones, the Embers of War series, the Ack-Ack Macaque series, the novellas Ragged Alice and Light Chaser (which he wrote with Peter F. Hamilton) and more.
Twitter: twitter.com/garethlpowell
Amazon: amazon.com/Gareth-L.-Powell/e/B003UP5EBC%3Fref=dbs_a_mng_rwt_scns_share
garethlpowell.com
Jendia Gammon (AKA J. Dianne Dotson) is the science fiction, fantasy, and horror author of The Shadow Galaxy: A Collection of Short Stories and Poetry, The Inn at the Amethyst Lantern, as well as the four-book space opera series The Questrison Saga.
Twitter: twitter.com/jendiagammon
Amazon: amazon.com/stores/Jendia-Gammon/author/B0CDMKBC9J
jendiagammon.com
OUTLINE:
0:00 - Intro
0:57 - What is Stars & Sabers?
5:59 - Publishing an anthology
13:46 - Design, brand and business
25:12 - Social media, community and crowdfunding
36:48 - Favorite stars and sabers
39:58 - Advice for small publishers/businesses
44:48 - Outro
MUSIC:
“Galactic Synthwave” by Divion: pond5.com/royalty-free-music/item/141376336-galactic-synthwave
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RELEASE DATE:
The Doors of Midnight, the highly anticipated sequel to The First Binding, is available TODAY in hardcover, eBook and audiobook.
us.macmillan.com/books/9781250796189/thedoorsofmidnight
ABOUT OUR PANELISTS:
R.R. Virdi is the bestselling, award-nominated author of The First Binding, The Grave Report series, The Books of Winter series and more.
Twitter: twitter.com/rrvirdi
Amazon: amazon.com/stores/R.R.-Virdi/author/B00J9PZ1YW
http://rrvirdi.com
Jim Butcher is the bestselling author of The Dresden Files, the Codex Alera series, and the Cinder Spires series.
Twitter: twitter.com/longshotauthor
Amazon: amazon.com/stores/Jim-Butcher/author/B001H6U718
jim-butcher.com
M.J. Kuhn is the author of Among Thieves and its sequel Thick as Thieves.
Twitter: twitter.com/mjkuhnbooks
Instagram: instagram.com/mjkuhnbooks
mjkuhn.com
Michael Mammay is the author of the Planetside series, Generation Ship, The Misfit Soldier and more.
Twitter: twitter.com/michaelmammay
Amazon: amazon.com/stores/Michael-Mammay/author/B078SK3RFY
michaelmammay.com
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NOTE: This is part one of a two-part chat with Daniel and Ty. Stayed tuned next week for their mini-masterclass on Writing as Collaboration.
OUR SPONSOR:
War of the Hounds by David Hopkins is a gripping tale set in the world of The Dryad’s Crown. It's the story of Bren Caius—a living legend and the most celebrated warrior of her age—as she faces her greatest triumph and her most heartbreaking failure.
Visit David Hopkin's website and sign up for the epic fantasy newsletter to receive a FREE download of the War of the Hounds eBook: thatdavidhopkins.com
SHOUTOUT TO THE 'SFF ADDICT' PATRONS:
Thank you David Hopkins, Luke F. Shepherd, Daniel Ryan, Zach Parker, Christopher R. DuBois and Luke A. Winch for supporting us on Patreon at $10+.
SUPPORT THE SHOW:
- Patreon (for exclusive bonus episodes, author readings, book giveaways and more): http://patreon.com/sffaddictspod
- Merch shop (for a selection of tees, tote bags, mugs and more): sffaddicts.creator-spring.com
- Rate and review SFF Addicts on your platform of choice, and share us with your friends
EMAIL US WITH YOUR QUESTIONS & COMMENTS:
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OUTLINE:
0:00 - Intro & Sponsor
6:12 - Daniel and Ty’s nerdy origins
10:53 - Co-writing as James S.A. Corey
16:03 - The Expanse, blending genres and authorial voice
24:17 - History and posthumanism
29:46 - Realism, technology and humanity’s future
43:19 - The Mercy of Gods, Babylon and intelligence
50:47 - Space opera and cultural reference
55:14 - Success and career highlights
58:30 - Outro, writing advice & random fact
ABOUT OUR GUESTS:
Daniel Abraham & Ty Franck are the bestselling co-authors of The Expanse series. Their newest release is The Mercy of Gods, which you can purchase here: store.orbit-books.co.uk/products/the-mercy-of-gods
You can also follow Daniel and Ty on Patreon: patreon.com/JamesSACoreyWritesaNovel
Find Daniel on:
Twitter: https://x.com/jamessacorey
Amazon: amazon.co.uk/stores/author/B001H6RS5Q
danielabraham.com
Find Ty on:
Twitter: https://x.com/jamessacorey
Amazon: amazon.com/stores/author/B004AQ1W8Y
jamessacorey.com
ABOUT OUR HOSTS:
Adrian M. Gibson is a podcaster, writer and illustrator. His debut novel, Mushroom Blues, is available now in eBook, paperback and hardcover. Buy it here: amzn.to/3Ptg2SH
Find Adrian on:
Twitter: twitter.com/adrianmgibson
adrianmgibson.com
M.J. Kuhn is the author of Among Thieves and its sequel Thick as Thieves, both of which you can buy here:
simonandschuster.com/books/Among-Thieves/M-J-Kuhn/Tales-of-Thamorr/9781982142148
simonandschuster.com/books/Thick-as-Thieves/M-J-Kuhn/Tales-of-Thamorr/9781668013632
Find M.J. on:
Twitter: twitter.com/mjkuhnbooks
mjkuhn.com
FIND US ONLINE:
Twitter: twitter.com/SFFAddictsPod
Instagram: instagram.com/sffaddictspod
MUSIC:
Intro: "Into The Grid" by MellauSFX: pond5.com/royalty-free-music/item/42726095-grid-80s-synthwave-electronic
Outro: “Galactic Synthwave” by Divion: pond5.com/royalty-free-music/item/141376336-galactic-synthwave
AD ATTRIBUTION:
- Music: "Beyond Horizon" by CharlVera
- Ivan Zastavetskyi: istockphoto.com/es/v%C3%ADdeo/mujer-caballero-sosteniendo-atentamente-una-espada-en-sus-manos-sentada-en-armadura-gm1299975818-392439666
- Onfokus: istockphoto.com/en/video/aerial-view-of-boreal-nature-forest-in-summer-gm843941470-138525299
- gorodenkoff: istockphoto.com/es/v%C3%ADdeo/caballero-medieval-caminando-en-el-campo-de-batalla-en-medio-de-enemigos-muertos-gm1329941832-413445929
- gorodenkoff: istockphoto.com/es/v%C3%ADdeo/armies-of-medieval-knights-fighting-with-swords-guerra-de-la-edad-oscura-cruzada-gm1329975227-413445953
- gt29: istockphoto.com/es/v%C3%ADdeo/una-bola-de-fuego-ardiente-aparece-y-desaparece-sobre-un-fondo-transparente-llama-gm1490727418-515231729
- Ivan Zastavetskyi: istockphoto.com/es/v%C3%ADdeo/poderosa-hembra-en-armadura-medieval-de-juana-de-arco-bajando-la-espada-cubierta-de-gm1299753467-392278537
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