The Automaton Interview with Indie Author Ian Young Your Paper Quest 2026-09-21 | The Automaton Interview with Indie Author Ian Young
Virtual Rebel Interview with Author J.Z. Pitts Your Paper Quest 2025-10-12 | Welcome to the second of our September interviews! Today, we got to chat with J.Z. Pitts, author of the utopian gone wrong Sci-Fi story, Virtual Rebel.We dove into the inspirations, real world implications and so much more!"Life on Earth is turned upside down over night when the Ungulithi arrive. They quickly find themselves in charge and have generously created and gifted The Haven, a virtual utopia, to humanity. Not everything is as it seems though. Why can't Ava and her family go outside? Why are the people so restricted? Is the Haven truly the utopia it was advertised to be?"If you have any thoughts or questions for us, please don't hesitate to post them in the comments.If you liked Virtual Rebel, and want to keep up with everything J.Z.'s working on, be sure to visit his website!https://linktr.ee/jzpittsAlso be sure to follow him on Twitter and other socials!https://x.com/jzpittsSupport indie authors and discover new favorites! Subscribe below to become a part of a growing community that prides itself on reading outside the box.yourpaperquest.com
Spaceships Passing in the Night Interview with Author K.P. Kilbride Your Paper Quest 2025-10-03 | Welcome to the first of our September interviews! Today, we got to chat with K.P. Kilbride, author of the cozy and adventurous Sci-Fi story, Spaceships Passing in the Night.We dove into the writing process, inspirations, world-building and so much more!"Roz finally has her dream job, serving as the host for one of the largest radio stations in the galaxy, Radio Broadstrokes. That's where the good news ends, as she soon finds herself heartbroken and guilty in the court of public opinion after a slew of Space Stations are destroyed. Teaming up with a rag tag crew, will they find the true culprits?"If you have any thoughts or questions for us, please don't hesitate to post them in the comments.If you liked Spaceships Passing in the Night, and want to keep up with everything Kirsty's working on, be sure to visit her website!kpkilbrideauthor.comAlso be sure to follow her on Instagram and other socials!instagram.com/kpkilbrideauthorSupport indie authors and discover new favorites! Subscribe below to become a part of a growing community that prides itself on reading outside the box.yourpaperquest.com
The Unnamed Goddess Interview with Author Rob Bartley Your Paper Quest 2025-09-17 | Welcome to the second of our August interviews! We got to chat with Rob Bartley, author of the oftentimes philosophical, fantasy tale, The Unnamed Goddess.We dove into the nuances of world-building, the importance of getting outside, and so much more!"Ahru, son of Ahmun Ashkhan, the personal shieldbearer to the King, has spent his entire life training to be a Bladesman of the Night Owls. No stranger to expectation, he passes every trial in the Selection only to be let down by his newfound position. Will Ahru rise to the challenge? Will his destiny leave him questioning his divinity and faith in his Goddess?"If you have any thoughts or questions for us, please don't hesitate to post them in the comments.If you liked The Unnamed Goddess, and want to keep up with everything Rob's working on, be sure to follow him on Twitter!https://x.com/RobBartley73Support indie authors and discover new favorites! Subscribe below to become a part of a growing community that prides itself on reading outside the box.yourpaperquest.com
The Legend of Tawhiri Interview with Author J.H. Moore Your Paper Quest 2025-09-06 | Welcome to the first of our August interviews! We got to chat with J.H. Moore, author of the mythological coming-of-age story, The Legend of Tawhiri.We dove into the importance of community, societal structures, the meaning of life and much more!"According to his village, Tawhiri is a boy stuck in a man's body. Found washed up on shore one day, he was never truly accepted as one of them, but plays a vital role in everyday life on his adopted island. From the shadows, he watches his closest friends pass their initiations into adulthood, enduring his circumstances for the best of the village. That is, until he starts to hear the Ri's calling."If you have any thoughts or questions for us, please don't hesitate to post them in the comments.If you liked The Legend of Tawhiri, and want to keep up with everything Jill's working on, be sure to follow her on Twitter!https://x.com/JHMoorebooksSupport indie authors and discover new favorites! Subscribe below to become a part of a growing community that prides itself on reading outside the box.yourpaperquest.com
Workshop on Marketing Part 2 with Author Ben Schenkman Your Paper Quest 2025-09-04 | Welcome to another video in our workshop series, where we explore key parts of the indie and self-publishing journey, making them more approachable for both readers and writers alike.Marketing is simply too big a topic to only cover once! In this episode we do our best to leave no stone unturned, be sure to let us know what you think and if there's anything we missed that you'd like to know more about.Ben also has a blog on his website where he shares some of his marketing and promotion experience, check it out here!benschenkman.comIf you have any thoughts or questions for us, please don't hesitate to post them in the comments.Support indie authors and discover new favorites! Subscribe below to become a part of a growing community that prides itself on reading outside the box.yourpaperquest.com#indie #authorinterviews #indieauthor #booksubscription #indiebooks #booktube
Workshop on Writing Sci-Fi & World Building with Author Ian Young Your Paper Quest 2025-08-30 | Welcome to another video in our workshop series, where we explore key parts of the indie and self-publishing journey, making them more approachable for both readers and writers alike.In this episode, we sat down with Ian Young to talk about his experience building unique and evolving worlds. We also dive into what it takes to write Sci-Fi, how to keep it accessible to readers, what kind of research goes into the writing process, and so much more!If you have any thoughts or questions for us, please don't hesitate to post them in the comments.Be sure to keep up to date with everything Ian's working on through his website:ianyoungwrites.comSupport indie authors and discover new favorites! Subscribe below to become a part of a growing community that prides itself on reading outside the box.yourpaperquest.com#indie #authorinterviews #indieauthor #booksubscription #indiebooks #booktube
Workshop on Writing Short Stories with Author Charlie Fish Your Paper Quest 2025-08-23 | Welcome to another video in our workshop series, where we explore key parts of the indie and self-publishing journey, making them more approachable for both readers and writers alike.In this episode, we sat down with Charlie Fish to talk about his experience and career of writing short stories. We dive into what makes a short story punchy, how to format, what to consider when plotting and world-building in such a short space and so much more!If you have any thoughts or questions for us, please don't hesitate to post them in the comments.Be sure to check out Charlie's work as Editor-in-Chief of Fiction on the Web, the longest running short story blog on the internet!fictionontheweb.co.ukSupport indie authors and discover new favorites! Subscribe below to become a part of a growing community that prides itself on reading outside the box.yourpaperquest.com#indie #authorinterviews #indieauthor #booksubscription #indiebooks #booktube
Workshop on Writing Comic Scripts with Author David Court Your Paper Quest 2025-08-21 | Welcome to another video in our workshop series, where we explore key parts of the indie and self-publishing journey, making them more approachable for both readers and writers alike.In this episode, we sit down with David Court to talk about his experience writing Comic Scripts and screenwriting! We also dive into formatting, how different the process is than writing a conventional novel, and more!Be sure to keep up with everything David's working on through his website:davidjcourt.co.ukHere are also links to some of the resources David recommended:goodreads.com/book/show/175937.Writing_for_Comics_With_Peter_Davidgoodreads.com/book/show/15842650-wonderbookhttp://www.fredvanlente.com/comix.htmlIf you have any thoughts or questions for us, please don't hesitate to post them in the comments.Support indie authors and discover new favorites! Subscribe below to become a part of a growing community that prides itself on reading outside the box.yourpaperquest.com#indie #authorinterviews #indieauthor #booksubscription #indiebooks #booktube
An Old Soul Interview with Author M. Kevin Hayden Your Paper Quest 2025-08-08 | Welcome to the second of our July interviews! We got to chat with M. Kevin Hayden, author of the Romance-turned Sci-Fi mystery, An Old Soul.We got to dive into the role of music, nostalgia, connection and so much more!"Isaac has never felt like he belonged, trudging his way through life without direction, until he meets Noa. She turns his life upside down in the span of a few days, they have an instant connection. Questions start to rise once Noa begins mysteriously returning home without warning or means of contact. All Isaac wants is his happily ever after, but will he find it?"If you have any thoughts or questions for us, please don't hesitate to post them in the comments.If you liked An Old Soul, be sure to check out Kevin's website, where you can keep up to date with everything he's working on!mkevinhayden.netYou can also follow him on Instagram:instagram.com/mkevinhaydenauthorSupport indie authors and discover new favorites! Subscribe below to become a part of a growing community that prides itself on reading outside the box.yourpaperquest.com
Ventures in Vermilion Interview with Author J.T. Thompson Your Paper Quest 2025-08-01 | Welcome to the first of our July interviews! We were lucky enough to get to chat with J.T. Thompson, author of the Sherlock Holmes fantasy retelling, Ventures in Vermilion.We got to dive into building a team, world-building, DnD and so much more!"Sherlock Holmes with a fantastical twist! Wiz has spent her whole life training to be a Guild mage healer only to lose an arm the day her adventure began. In need of gold and running out of time, she finds an ad for a secretarial position that pays Guild rates, so long as she isn't put off by the occasional dead body."If you have any thoughts or questions for us, please don't hesitate to post them in the comments.If you liked Ventures in Vermilion, be sure to check out J.T.'s website, where you can keep up to date with everything she's working on!https://www.jtthompson.online/You can also follow her on Instagram:instagram.com/jtthompsonauthor/?hl=enSupport indie authors and discover new favorites! Subscribe below to become a part of a growing community that prides itself on reading outside the box.yourpaperquest.com
Whats the most rewarding aspect of running a bookish business? - Sam Harrison Your Paper Quest 2025-07-28 | "What's the most rewarding aspect of running a bookish business?".Come hear about some of the most rewarding parts about running YPQ as shared by YPQ Founder Ryan Haidar!...#yourpaperquest #ypq #ryanhaidar #indieauthors #selfpublishing #selfpub #reading #bookstagram #bookbox #rewarding #community
When somebody writes a less popular self-published genre it stands out - Ryan Haidar Your Paper Quest 2025-07-24 | "When somebody writes a less popular self-published genre it stands out".Come learn more the popularity of certain genres as explained by YPQ Founder Ryan Haidar!...#yourpaperquest #ypq #ryanhaidar #indieauthors #selfpublishing #selfpub #reading #bookstagram #bookbox #behindthescenes #selfpublished
You have to figure out how to stand out - Ryan Haidar Your Paper Quest 2025-07-21 | "You have to figure out how to stand out".Come learn more about the evolving relationship between authors and traditional publishing houses as explained by YPQ Founder, Ryan Haidar!...#yourpaperquest #ypq #ryanhaidar #indieauthors #selfpublishing #selfpub #reading #bookstagram #bookbox #tradpublishing
Workshop on Cover Art with Author Bo Huffman Your Paper Quest 2025-07-21 | Welcome to another video in our workshop series, where we explore key parts of the indie and self-publishing journey, making them more approachable for both readers and writers alike.In this episode, we sit down with Bo Huffman to talk about her experience commissioning cover art for her novel, Desserts & Dragons. We dive into all the different options at your disposal, while going over what to avoid when looking for an artist to work with, and much more.If you have any thoughts or questions for us, please don't hesitate to post them in the comments.Support indie authors and discover new favorites! Subscribe below to become a part of a growing community that prides itself on reading outside the box.yourpaperquest.com#indie #authorinterviews #indieauthor #booksubscription #indiebooks #booktube
The writer being the first reader. - Jeffrey Messineo Your Paper Quest 2025-07-17 | "The writer being the first reader".Come learn more about organizing and planning a heist story by featured YPQ author Jeffrey Messineo!...#yourpaperquest #ypq #jeffreymessineo #californiahustle #indieauthors #selfpublishing #selfpub #reading #bookstagram #bookbox
Even the people who like your jokes arent going to laugh at every one of them - G.M. Nair Your Paper Quest 2025-07-14 | "Even the people who like your jokes aren't going to laugh at every one of them".Come get a snapshot at writing comedy by featured YPQ author G.M. Nair!...#yourpaperquest #ypq #gmnair #duckettanddyer #indieauthors #selfpublishing #selfpub #reading #bookstagram #bookbox #comedy #writingcomedy
In Trust We Fall Interview with Author Tabatha Shipley Your Paper Quest 2025-07-11 | Welcome to the second of our June interviews! Today, we were lucky enough to chat with Tabatha Shipley, author of the heavy hitting and all too real short-story collection, In Trust We Fall. We dove into inspirations, realism, ghosts, formatting and so much more!"What does trust mean to you? Would you believe that a booth in a restaurant can predict your romantic future? Would you trust yourself to change your past? These ten stories not only leave us feeling every emotion imaginable, but also force us to peel back the layers and consider the importance of vulnerability."If you have any thoughts or questions for us, please don't hesitate to post them in the comments.If you liked In Trust We Fall, be sure to check out Tabatha's website, where you can keep up to date with everything she's working on!tabathashipleybooks.com/aboutYou can also follow her on Twitter:https://x.com/ShipleyTabathaSupport indie authors and discover new favorites! Subscribe below to become a part of a growing community that prides itself on reading outside the box.yourpaperquest.com
Scenes of Mild Peril Interview with Author David Court Your Paper Quest 2025-07-06 | Welcome to the first of our June interviews! Today, we got to speak with David Court, author of the Sci-Fi and Horror blending short-story anthology, Scenes of Mild Peril.We discussed inspirations, the writing process, punchlines and so much more!"An exclusive spa day gone wrong but an interrogation gone right? There's a story for every occasion. Often hard-hitting, David does an incredible job of lulling us into a false sense of security all while occasionally bringing the nightmares to life."If you have any thoughts or questions for us, please don't hesitate to post them in the comments.If you liked Scenes of Mild Peril, be sure to check out David's website, where you can keep up to date with everything he's working on!davidjcourt.co.ukYou can also follow him on Instagram:instagram.com/davidjcourtSupport indie authors and discover new favorites! Subscribe below to become a part of a growing community that prides itself on reading outside the box.yourpaperquest.com
I decided to self-publish my books because I wanted more control. - Jennings Zabrinsky Your Paper Quest 2025-06-27 | "I decided to self-publish my books because I wanted more control". Come learn more about the positives of self-publishing as explained by featured YPQ author Jennings Zabrinsky!...#yourpaperquest #ypq #jenningszabrinsky #troupeofshadows #indieauthors #selfpublishing #selfpub #reading #bookstagram #bookbox
The Violin Interview with Author Odella Howe Your Paper Quest 2025-06-27 | Welcome to the second of our May interviews! We were lucky enough to chat with Odella Howe, author of the Gothic and gripping mystery-inspired novel, The Violin. We discussed inspirations, world-building, depictions of the Devil, the role of music and so much more!"Elise finds herself mourning the unexpected passing of her fiancé. All is lost until the mysterious Cassius comes to town. With exotic artifacts from around the world, can he cure her ailments? Or does he have ulterior motives?"If you have any thoughts or questions for us, please don't hesitate to post them in the comments.If you liked The Violin, be sure to check out Odella's website, where you can sign up for her newsletter and keep up to date with everything she's working on!odellahowe.comYou can also follow her on Instagram:instagram.com/odellahoweofficialSupport indie authors and discover new favorites! Subscribe below to become a part of a growing community that prides itself on reading outside the box.yourpaperquest.com
We did this in the wrong place. - Rex Burke (Bloopers) Your Paper Quest 2025-06-24 | Enjoy the bloopers! We had a blast filming this one!.#yourpaperquest #ypq #rexburke #orphanplanet #indieauthors #selfpublishing #selfpub #reading #bookstagram #bookbox
Accessing a new audience that I wouldnt have otherwise. - Rex Burke Your Paper Quest 2025-06-20 | "Accessing a new audience that I wouldn't have otherwise.".Come listen to Rex as he shares some of the many positives of his experience featuring with Your Paper Quest! Keep an eye out for Part 3 in the coming days!...#yourpaperquest #ypq #rexburke #orphanplanet #indieauthors #selfpublishing #selfpub #reading #bookstagram #bookbox #medwayriverlitfestival
Workshop on Grammer with Author E.L. Lyons Your Paper Quest 2025-06-20 | Welcome to another video in our workshop series, where we explore key parts of the indie and self-publishing journey, making them more approachable for both readers and writers alike.In this episode, we sit down with E.L. Lyons as she gives us insight on what to look for when editing your story, common grammar mistakes she sees, how to avoid them, and so much more! Be sure to keep up with everything E.L.'s working on through her linktree:https://linktr.ee/lyonspenIf you have any thoughts or questions for us, please don't hesitate to post them in the comments.Support indie authors and discover new favorites! Subscribe below to become a part of a growing community that prides itself on reading outside the box.yourpaperquest.com#indie #authorinterviews #indieauthor #booksubscription #indiebooks #booktube
I wanted the stories out there as quickly as possible - Rex Burke Your Paper Quest 2025-06-18 | "I wanted the stories out there as quickly as possible,".Learn more about author Rex Burke, and why he decided to transition from Traditional to Self-publishing his novels. Keep an eye out for Part 2 in the coming days!...#yourpaperquest #ypq #rexburke #orphanplanet #indieauthors #selfpublishing #selfpub #reading #bookstagram #bookbox
“Helping to expand the readership, that’s the key.” - Steve Russell Your Paper Quest 2025-06-16 | “Helping to expand the readership, that’s the key.”.Overcoming self-doubt and the importance of trusting the process! Some of the many things Steve Russell talks about in the second part of our brief interview!...#yourpaperquest #ypq #steverussell #steen #indieauthors #selfpublishing #selfpub #reading #bookstagram #bookbox #medwayriverlit
Everything to service the story, always. - Steve Russell Your Paper Quest 2025-06-13 | “Everything to service the story, always.”.Hear some insight about self-publishing from featured YPQ author Steve Russell. Keep an eye out for Part 2 in the coming days!...#yourpaperquest #ypq #steverussell #steen #indieauthors #selfpublishing #selfpub #reading #bookstagram #bookbox
Workshop on Writing Historical Fiction with Author A.M. Vergara Your Paper Quest 2025-06-05 | Welcome to another video in our workshop series, where we explore key parts of the indie and self-publishing journey, making them more approachable for both readers and writers alike.In this episode, we sit down with A.M. Vergara to talk about her experience writing Historical Fiction and the research that went into her novel, La Belle Famille. We discuss how to find credible primary sources, how to balance fact and fiction, how to make the past relatable to modern day readers, and so much more!Be sure to keep up with everything Amelia's working on through her website:amvergara.comIf you have any thoughts or questions for us, please don't hesitate to post them in the comments.Support indie authors and discover new favorites! Subscribe below to become a part of a growing community that prides itself on reading outside the box.yourpaperquest.com#indie #authorinterviews #indieauthor #booksubscription #indiebooks #booktube
The Boddicker Letters Interview with Author A.C. Cross Your Paper Quest 2025-06-03 | Welcome to the first of our May interviews! We braved Wifi-issues to get to chat with A.C. Cross, author of the Lovecraftian-inspired, epistolary novel, The Boddicker Letters. We dove into how formatting and grammar can play a role in narration, character development, writing madness, and more!"Titus and Luisa are desperately in love -- we know this as he writes her nearly every day. To provide a life for them, Titus takes a job in the distant town of Innsmouth -- but his letters become alarmingly desperate. Is Titus sharing the whole truth? Are we witnessing his descent into madness?"If you have any thoughts or questions for us, please don't hesitate to post them in the comments.If you liked The Boddicker Letters, be sure to check out A.C.'s website, where you can sign up for his newsletter and keep up to date with everything he's working on!http://www.aaronccross.comYou can also follow him on Twitter:https://x.com/daneatscatfoodSupport indie authors and discover new favorites! Subscribe below to become a part of a growing community that prides itself on reading outside the box.yourpaperquest.com
Workshop on Marketing with Author Ben Schenkman Your Paper Quest 2025-05-27 | Welcome to another video in our workshop series, where we explore key parts of the indie and self-publishing journey, making them more approachable for both readers and writers alike.In this episode, we sit down with Ben Schenkman to talk about his experience marketing his self-published trilogy, The Devil You Know. We dive into the differences between marketing a standalone novel vs. series, we also discuss what types of promotions have worked for him, whether they be giveaways, running ads, newsletters and so much more. If you're feeling overwhelmed with marketing, here's a great place to start!Ben also has a blog on his website where he shares some of his marketing and promotion experience, check it out here!benschenkman.com/some-transparency-on-salesIf you have any thoughts or questions for us, please don't hesitate to post them in the comments.Support indie authors and discover new favorites! Subscribe below to become a part of a growing community that prides itself on reading outside the box.yourpaperquest.com#indie #authorinterviews #indieauthor #booksubscription #indiebooks #booktube
Workshop on Audiobooks with Author Eric Kruger Your Paper Quest 2025-05-14 | Welcome to the first video in our workshop series, where we explore key parts of the indie and self-publishing journey, making them more approachable for both readers and writers alike.In this episode, we sit down with Eric Kruger to talk about his experience turning his story, Hauler, into an audiobook. From navigating the production process to weighing whether it was ultimately worth it, Eric shares an honest, behind-the-scenes look at what it really takes to turn your story into an audiobook.Thinking about creating an audiobook of your own? Based on Eric’s recommendation, we’ve included a link below to Twin Tails Publishing, the team behind Hauler’s audiobook.twintales-publishing.comIf you have any thoughts or questions for us, please don't hesitate to post them in the comments.Support indie authors and discover new favorites! Subscribe below to become a part of a growing community that prides itself on reading outside the box.yourpaperquest.com#indie #authorinterviews #indieauthor #booksubscription #indiebooks #booktube
ASH Interview with Author Grace Walker Your Paper Quest 2025-05-05 | Welcome to the second of our April interviews! We were lucky enough to get to chat with Grace Walker, author of the fast-paced dystopian novel, ASH. We dove deep into pacing, world-building, character relationships, inspirations, and so much more!"Xeiryn, a planet controlled by syndicates, renowned across the galaxy for their cruelty, is the only home Kade has ever known. A favorite of the Queen, his chances at survival drop with every task she requests. Will Kade finally escape off-planet? Or will he forever suffer at the Queen's hand?"If you have any thoughts or questions for us, please don't hesitate to post them in the comments.If you liked ASH, be sure to check out Grace's website, where you can sign up for her newsletter and keep up to date with everything she's working on!gracewalkerauthor.comYou can also follow her on Twitter:https://x.com/gwalkerauthor Support indie authors and discover new favorites! Subscribe below to become a part of a growing community that prides itself on reading outside the box.yourpaperquest.com#indie #authorinterviews #indieauthor #booksubscription #indiebooks #booktube
Hauler Interview with Author Eric Kruger Your Paper Quest 2025-04-30 | Welcome to the first of our April interviews! We weathered multiple time zone to get to chat with Eric Kruger, author of the thrilling near-future Sci-Fi story, Hauler! We discussed world-building, the near-future, Sci-Fi writing, and so much more!"In a world where governments have fallen and a few major corporations have taken control, Benjamin Drake finds himself in a desperate situation. When a deal springs up that's too good to be true, he has to take his shot at El Dorado."If you have any thoughts or questions for us, please don't hesitate to post them in the comments.If you liked Hauler, be sure to check out Eric's website, where you can sign up for his newsletter and keep up to date with everything he's working on!https://erickruger.com.au/You can also follow him on Instagram:instagram.com/erickrugerauthorSupport indie authors and discover new favorites! Subscribe below to become a part of a growing community that prides itself on reading outside the box.yourpaperquest.com#indie #authorinterviews #indieauthor #booksubscription #indiebooks #booktube
Explore Our New Website with Ryan and Josh from Your Paper Quest Your Paper Quest 2025-04-26 | "We're not the only way to support indie authors, we're just trying to make it more accessible to people."Come join Josh and Ryan behind the scenes as we walk you through Your Paper Quest's brand new website and chat all things YPQ! From all of the website's features to who we are and where we're going. It's part tour, part conversation about how we're working to elevate indie and self-published stories!
Desserts & Dragons Interview with Author Bo Huffman Your Paper Quest 2025-04-04 | Welcome to the second of our March interviews! We got to chat with Bo Huffman, author of the coziest fantasy story we've had the pleasure of reading, Desserts & Dragons.We touched on inspirations, relatability, comfort and much more, but most importantly, pigeons! "Asking the daring question: what if Bake-Off had dwarves? The Royal Wedding is upon us and Princess Damora has an extremely restrictive diet. Can Gregor and his friends overcome the odds to bake the perfect cake for the occasion? Come get lost in this cozy story, perfect for those cold winter nights."If you have any thoughts or questions for us, please don't hesitate to post them in the comments.If you liked Desserts & Dragons, be sure to check out Bo's website, where you can sign up for her newsletter and keep up to date with everything she's working on!bohuffman.comYou can also follow her on Instagram:instagram.com/authorbohuffmanSupport indie authors and discover new favorites! Subscribe below to become a part of a growing community that prides itself on reading outside the box.yourpaperquest.com#indie #authorinterviews #indieauthor #booksubscription #indiebooks #booktube
Nothing Ever Happens on Main Street Interview with Author Daren Hatfield Your Paper Quest 2025-04-02 | Welcome to the first of our March interviews! Today, we were lucky enough to get to speak with Daren Hatfield, author of the innocent but heavy-hitting time-travel story, Nothing Ever Happens on Main Street.We discussed planning vs. pantsing, grief, innocence and its role in character development, and so much more!"Parker is set for another dull summer working in Harding Springs, but nothing is as it seems, as he quickly finds himself in the middle of a web of unraveling secrets. Will the truth truly set him free?"If you have any thoughts or questions for us, please don't hesitate to post them in the comments.If you liked Nothing Ever Happens on Main Street, and want to keep up with everything Daren is working on, check out his website:darenhatfield.comAnd be sure to follow him on Twitter:https://x.com/hatfieldtweetSupport indie authors and find new favourites! Subscribe below to become a part of a growing community that prides itself on reading outside the box.yourpaperquest.com#indie #authorinterviews #indieauthor #booksubscription #indiebooks #booktube
The Fairy Wren Interview with Author Ashley Capes Your Paper Quest 2025-03-05 | Welcome to the second of our February interviews! We got to chat with Ashley Capes, author of the surreal yet thrilling story, The Fairy Wren.We got lost in the characters, the use of foreshadowing, pacing and so much more! Particularly, what it takes to write a thriller."Paul is at rock bottom. His ex-wife has filed a restraining order against him, his bookstore is failing, he is having trouble with the law. Will Paul be able to dig himself out of his never-ending problems? Or will they prove to be insurmountable?"If you have any thoughts or questions for us, please don't hesitate to post them in the comments.If you liked The Fairy Wren, be sure to check out Ashley's website, where you can keep up to date with everything he's working on!ashleycapes.comAs well as follow him on Twitter:https://x.com/Ash_CapesSupport indie authors and find new favorites! Subscribe below to become a part of a growing community that prides itself on reading outside the box.yourpaperquest.com#indie #authorinterviews #indieauthor #booksubscription #indiebooks #booktube
My Boss is the Devil Interview with Author Ben Schenkman Your Paper Quest 2025-02-27 | Welcome to the first of our February interviews! We got to speak with Ben Schenkman, author of the funny yet questioning and philosophical story, My Boss is the Devil.We discussed so much more than just coffee! Diving deep into the idea of free will, the importance of challenging ideas, and using comedy as a tool to help tackle difficult topics."A college dropout, Nick finds himself unmotivated and working a dead-end job. His entire life gets thrown upside down when he meets a mysterious man named Lu. Will Nick make a deal with the Devil and give up his soul for the promise of a better life? Is free will all it's cut out to be?"If you have any thoughts or questions for us, please don't hesitate to post them in the comments.If you liked My Boss is the Devil, be sure to check out Ben's website, where you can keep up to date with everything he's working on!benschenkman.comAs well as follow him on Bluesky:https://bsky.app/profile/benschenkman.bsky.socialSupport indie authors and find new favorites! Subscribe below to become a part of a growing community that prides itself on reading outside the box.yourpaperquest.com#indie #authorinterviews #indieauthor #booksubscription #indiebooks #booktube
Paragon in the Current Interview with Author Christopher Porter Your Paper Quest 2025-02-12 | Welcome to the second of our January interviews! We weathered timezones and sickness to get to chat with Christopher Porter, author of the surreal absurdist odyssey, Paragon in the Current.We talked all things under the sun about character development, as well as inspirations, and of course the ending!"The world is changing and Mark's biggest concern is a wall of gum. Can Mark overcome his fear and navigate prophecy, relativistic travel, and biblically accurate angels? Will he and Dana make it to California in time to save her family?"If you have any thoughts or questions for us, please don't hesitate to post them in the comments.If you liked Paragon in the Current, be sure to follow Chris on Twitter:https://x.com/CPorterMusicSupport indie authors and find new favourites! Subscribe below to become a part of a growing community that prides itself on reading outside the box.yourpaperquest.com#indie #authorinterviews #indieauthor #booksubscription #indiebooks #booktube
Domestication Interview with Author Shannon Knight Your Paper Quest 2025-02-07 | Welcome to our first interview of the New Year! We were fortunate enough to get to chat with Shannon Knight, author of the sheep farm thriller, Domestication.We dove deep into how deliberate her writing was, as well as the societal relevance of her story-telling."On the run from her abusive husband, Janie finds herself working deep in the woods at an isolated sheep farm. Longing for a fresh start in life, she meets Rob and Howard, the unique caretakers of the property. But all is not as it seems, and Janie finds herself fighting to survive."If you have any thoughts or questions for us, please don't hesitate to post them in the comments.If you liked Domestication, be sure to check out Shannon's website, where you can keep up to date with everything she's working on!shannonknight.netSupport indie authors and find new favourites! Subscribe below to become a part of a growing community that prides itself on reading outside the box.yourpaperquest.com#indie #authorinterviews #indieauthor #booksubscription #indiebooks #booktube
The Light of Kasaban Interview with Author Thomas Howard Riley Your Paper Quest 2025-02-05 | Welcome to the second half of our December interviews! We got to chat with Thomas Howard Riley, author of the dark but oftentimes endearing fantasy novel, The Light of Kasaban.Thomas gave us so much insight to the story, Saya's journey, and what it takes to write such vile villains. "The Priests rule the city of Kasaban with an iron fist. Oppressing the people with magick that's forbidden to everybody but them. In a city full of spies, deceit and hardship, Saya runs an orphanage for fugitive child magi bearers. But in Kasaban, secrets like hers are hard to keep."If you have any thoughts or questions for us, please don't hesitate to post them in the comments.If you liked The Light of Kasaban, make sure you visit Thomas' website to keep up to date with everything he's working on:thomashowardriley.comYou can also follow him on BlueSky:https://bsky.app/profile/thomashowardriley.bsky.socialSupport indie authors and find new favourites! Subscribe below to become a part of a growing community that prides itself on reading outside the box.yourpaperquest.com#indie #authorinterviews #indieauthor #booksubscription #indiebooks #booktube
Hands Like Secrets Interview with Author Mariah Norris Your Paper Quest 2025-01-20 | Welcome to the first of our slightly delayed December interviews! Today, we got to chat with Mariah Norris, author of the gripping enemies-to-lovers Fantasy novel, Hands Like Secrets.We learned all about Mariah's writing process, the importance of perspective, and the many different ways that can spark inspiration! "The institute of Aschamon is in trouble. War rages all around as Saeli's world is thrown upside down when she witnesses the assassin Rafel at work - but the renowned killer takes a liking to Saeli. What could he possible see in her?"If you have any thoughts or questions for us, please don't hesitate to post them in the comments.If you liked Hands Like Secrets, make sure you visit Mariah's website to keep up to date with everything she's working on:mariahnorris.comYou can also follow her on Instagram, with her Linktree in her bio:instagram.com/mariahnorris_authorSupport indie authors and find new favourites! Subscribe below to become a part of a growing community that prides itself on reading outside the box.yourpaperquest.com#indie #authorinterviews #indieauthor #booksubscription #indiebooks #booktube
Writing Fantasy, Sci-Fi & Horror Your Paper Quest 2024-12-08 | We had such an insightful panel on writing Fantasy, Sci-Fi and Horror from three of our featured YPQ authors! Come hear from Rex Burke, Jennings Zabrinsky and Steve Russell as they dive into their writing process and what stands out to them!We learned so much about their inspirations, styles, world-building and more! We were even treated to each of them reading an excerpt from one of their stories.Support indie authors and find new favourites! Subscribe below to become a part of a growing community that prides itself on reading outside the box.yourpaperquest.com#indie #authorinterviews #indieauthor #booksubscription #indiebooks #booktube
La Belle Famille Interview with Author A.M. Vergara Your Paper Quest 2024-11-29 | Welcome to the second of our November interviews! We were fortunate enough to get to chat with Amelia Vergara, author of the fast-paced historical fiction novel, La Belle Famille.We got to deep dive into Amelia's research process, inspirations, and so much more!"Historical fiction at its finest. We find ourselves in the year 1759 in the Great Lakes. The French are at war with the British and young Adam finds himself an unwilling participant to it all. He, Lidia, and Sophie, must move quickly to share a secret message with the soldiers at Fort Niagara, as any delays will end in certain death."If you have any thoughts or questions for us, please don't hesitate to post them in the comments.Also, to answer the final question at the end! Amelia let us know that her favorite boat-themed stories are 'Treasure Island' and 'True Confessions of Charlotte Doyle'.If you liked La Belle Famille, be sure to check out Amelia's website, where you can keep up to date with everything she's working on!amvergara.comAs well as follow her on Substack:amvergara.substack.comSupport indie authors and find new favourites! Subscribe below to become a part of a growing community that prides itself on reading outside the box.yourpaperquest.com#indie #authorinterviews #indieauthor #booksubscription #indiebooks #booktube
Wixons Day Interview with Author Phil Williams Your Paper Quest 2024-11-27 | Welcome to the first of our November interviews! We are so grateful to get to chat with Phil Williams, author of the post-apocalyptic and eye-opening novel, Wixon's Day.We dove deep into Phil's mindset when writing Wixon's Day, and how his writing has evolved over time!"A boatman who finds himself drifting through a dreary and post-apocalyptic world. Secrets slowly start to unravel as he tries to bring Red back to her parents. A slow burn with an oftentimes raw and philosophical take on what it means to live."If you have any thoughts or questions for us, please don't hesitate to post them in the comments.If you liked Wixon's Day, make sure you visit Phil's website to keep up to date with everything he's working on:phil-williams.co.ukYou can also follow him on BlueSky:https://bsky.app/profile/fantasticphil.bsky.socialSupport indie authors and find new favourites! Subscribe below to become a part of a growing community that prides itself on reading outside the box.yourpaperquest.com#indie #authorinterviews #indieauthor #booksubscription #indiebooks #booktube
Writing Short Stories Your Paper Quest 2024-11-21 | Want to know what it takes to write a short story? Come learn from the experts themselves! This is from one of our talks at the Medway River Literary Festival with one of our featured authors Charlie Fish! We were also joined by short story authors Maria C McCarthy and Neil M Thorne! We got to learn about their inspiration, plotting, process and so much more! We were even treated to each of them reading an excerpt from their collections.Support indie authors and find new favourites! Subscribe below to become a part of a growing community that prides itself on reading outside the box.yourpaperquest.com#indie #authorinterviews #indieauthor #booksubscription #indiebooks #booktube
A Talk in Self-Publishing Your Paper Quest 2024-11-11 | Come join us as we deep dive into the ins and outs of self-publishing from one of our talks at the Medway River Literary Festival with some of our featured authors Steven William Hannah and Oli Jacobs! We were also joined by Janys Thornton! Support indie authors and find new favourites! Subscribe below to become a part of a growing community that prides itself on reading outside the box.yourpaperquest.com#indie #authorinterviews #indieauthor #booksubscription #indiebooks #booktube
A Wild And Whispering Curse Interview with Author Sarah Dalton Your Paper Quest 2024-11-04 | Welcome to the third and final of our October interviews! We got lucky to enough to chat with Sarah Dalton, author of the coming-of-age horror thriller, A Wild And Whispering Curse.We got to deep dive into Sarah's self-publishing experience, the evolution of indie writing, and so much more!"Murder, magic, youth, it's easy to point fingers and get lost in this coming-of-age story. We follow a young witch as she navigates the complexity of family, trauma, and self-image, hitting us with equally strong doses of hope and despair."If you have any thoughts or questions for us, please don't hesitate to post them in the comments.If you liked A Wild And Whispering Curse, be sure to check out Sarah's website, where you can keep up to date with everything she's working on!sarahdaltonbooks.comAs well as follow her on Twitter:https://x.com/sarahdaltonSupport indie authors and find new favourites! Subscribe below to become a part of a growing community that prides itself on reading outside the box.yourpaperquest.com#indie #authorinterviews #indieauthor #booksubscription #indiebooks #booktube
Gone But Not Forgotten Interview with Author Iseult Murphy Your Paper Quest 2024-10-31 | Welcome to the second of our three October interviews! We were so fortunate to get to chat with Iseult Murphy, author of the suspenseful horror novella full of twists, Gone But Not Forgotten. We got to deep dive into self-publishing, what makes a good horror story, the outstanding artwork throughout the story, and so much more!"Stunning artwork and a story that had us on our toes from beginning to end. What's meant to be a relaxing Halloween amongst close friends turns into anything but when the ghost of a loved one appears. This one stayed with us for a good while after."If you have any thoughts or questions for us, please don't hesitate to post them in the comments.If you liked Gone But Not Forgotten, be sure to check out Iseult's website, where you can keep up to date with everything she's working on!iseultmurphy.comSupport indie authors and find new favourites! Subscribe below to become a part of a growing community that prides itself on reading outside the box.yourpaperquest.com#indie #authorinterviews #indieauthor #booksubscription #indiebooks #booktube
Steen Interview with Author Steve Russell Your Paper Quest 2024-10-29 | The first of our October interviews, there'll be three this month! We got to chat with Steve Russell, author of the hard-hitting Demon filled novel, Steen. We discussed inspiration, the research behind the story, the importance and depiction of mental health, and so much more!"On the outside, the titular Steen is a down-on-his-luck failure. Behind the facade is a demon hunter, aided by his angelic animal-companion Raphael, the capuchin. Steen is an education in demonology from a well-read author, and a brilliantly paced page-turner with a really loveable cast."If you have any thoughts or questions for us, please don't hesitate to post them in the comments.If you liked Steen, be sure to check out Steve's website, where you can keep up to date with everything he's working on!http://www.stevetendo.comSupport indie authors and find new favourites! Subscribe below to become a part of a growing community that prides itself on reading outside the box.yourpaperquest.com#indie #authorinterviews #indieauthor #booksubscription #indiebooks #booktube
Duckett & Dyer: Dicks For Hire Interview with Author G.M. Nair Your Paper Quest 2024-10-04 | Welcome to the second of our September interviews! We were so grateful to get a chance to speak with G.M. Nair, author of the humor-laced inter-dimensional detective novel, Duckett & Dire: Dicks for Hire.Writing comedy, mapping out a series multiple books in advanced, and creating an easy-to-follow inter-dimensional story are some of the many things we got to talk about!"A tongue-in-cheek detective novel that takes our titular duo on a journey through time and space. This is a book that both declines to take itself seriously, and simultaneously manages to lead several emotional haymakers. We've wanted to feature this book since day one!"If you have any thoughts or questions for us, please don't hesitate to post them in the comments.If you liked Duckett & Dyer: Dicks for Hire, be sure to check out G.M. Nair's website, where you can keep up to date with everything he's working on!ds-df.comSupport indie authors and find new favourites! Subscribe below to become a part of a growing community that prides itself on reading outside the box.yourpaperquest.com#indie #authorinterviews #indieauthor #booksubscription #indiebooks #booktube
