The Fantasy and Sci-fi Fanatic's Podcast

Season 3, Episode 44-Emerald Anvil and the Black Velvet Fairies Podcast

01 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

For this episode of Season 3, I had the pleasure of interviewing Gregg Hale who is one of the co-creators of the world of Hada. Him and his team have ...

Season 3, Episode 43-Ren: The Girl with the Mark Crew

22 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

For this episode of Season 3 I had the pleasure to interviewing three members of the amazing crew that have brought Ren: The Girl with the Mark back t...

Season 3, Episode 42-The Return of Tatiana Obey

16 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

For this episode of Season 3 I had the pleasure of interviewing returning guest author Tatiana Obey! We had a great time nerding out over her newest n...

Season 3, Episode 41-S.T. Gibson Interview

08 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

For this episode of Season 3 I was blessed with interviewing Angry Robot's S.T. Gibson. We discussed her new urban fantasy romance series. Evocation k...

Season 3, Episode 40-Andy Peloquin Interview

01 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

For this episode of Season 3, I had the pleasure of interviewing Indie fantasy and sci-fi legend Andy Peloquin. Andy and I had a great discussion abou...

Season 3, Episode 39-Adam Outerbridge Discussion: Are We Seeing the Rise of Indie Creators?

24 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

For this episode of Season 3, Adam Outerbridge and I discuss the rise of Indie creators on different platforms. Here we had a crossover episode with h...

Season 3, Episode 38-Jessie Vallee Interview

17 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

For this episode of Season 3, I had the pleasure of interviewing young adult contemporary fantasy author Jessie Vallee. We had a terrific conversation...

Season 3, Episode 37-Abby Goldsmith Interview

10 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

For this episode of Season 3, I had the pleasure of interviewing science fiction author Abby Goldsmith. We had an amazing discussion about her series ...

Season 3, Episode 36-Logan D. Irons Interview

04 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

For this episode of Season 3, I had the pleasure of interviewing historical fantasy author Logan D. Irons. We discussed his amazing new novella Bridge...

Season 3, Episode 35-James Dulin Interview

27 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

For this episode of Season 3, I had the pleasure of interviewing fantasy author James Lloyd Dulin. We had a terrific conversation about his Malitu Ser...

Season 3, Episode 34-The Greatest Podcast in the Multiverse Crossover w/ Herman Steuernagel

21 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

For this episode of Season 3, I had a crossover episode where Herman Steuernagel and I interviewed each other about our newest book releases! Herman's...

Season 3, Episode 33-Dominique Mondesir Interview

14 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

For this episode of Season 3 I had the pleasure of interviewing science fiction author Dominique Mondesir! We had an amazing chat about his Junkyard D...

Season 3, Episode 32-Bryan Wilson Interview

06 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

For this episode of Season 3, I had the pleasure of interviewing science fiction author Bryan Wilson. Bryan and I had a great time discussing his Powe...

Season 3, Episode 31-Rob Leigh Interview

29 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

For this episode of Season 3 I had the pleasure of interviewing epic fantasy author Rob Leigh on his debut novel Pathlighter. I knew as soon as I saw ...

Season 3, Episode 30-Joao F. Silva Interview

24 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

For this episode of Season 3, I was able to interview epic fantasy author Joao F. Silva. We discussed his series The Smokesmiths and how he came up wi...

Season 3, Episode 29-L. R. Schulz Interview

17 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

For this episode of Season 3 I had the pleasure of interviewing epic fantasy author L. R. Schulz. We discussed both of his books: A King's Radiance a...

Season 3, Episode 28-Adrian M. Gibson Interview

10 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

For this episode of Season 3 I had the pleasure of interviewing SFF Addicts' Adrian M. Gibson on his debut novel Mushroom Blues. This was a lot of fun...

Season 3, Episode 27-Joseph John Lee Interview

03 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

For this episode of Season 3 I had the pleasure of interviewing fantasy, science fiction, and horror author Joseph John Lee. We had a great conversati...

Season 3, Episode 26-Shami Stovall Interview

25 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

For this episode of Season 3 I had the pleasure of interviewing multi-award-winning author of fantasy and science fiction Shami Stovall! We had a grea...

Season 3, Episode 25-The Return of Michael R. Fletcher

18 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

For this episode I got to interview a returning guest from our first season, Michael R. Fletcher. Mike has a to going on right now with many different...

Season 3, Episode 24-Ryan Lance Interview

11 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

For this episode of Season 3 I had the pleasure of interviewing dark fantasy author Ryan Lance. We had a terrific conversation about his writing style...

Season 3, Episode 23-Erin Moon (Actor & Narrator) Interview

04 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

For this episode of Season 3, I had the pleasure of interviewing award winning and nominated narrator Erin Moon! Erin has narrated over 450 novels for...

Season 3, Episode 22-Lee Conley Interview

28 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

For this episode of Season 3, I had the pleasure of interviewing speculative fiction and grimdark fantasy horror Indie Author Lee Conley. We discussed...

Season 3, Episode 21-TBR Con 2024 x Ep. w SFF Addicts Podcast w Guest Andy Peloquin

23 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

This episode was so exciting! I had the privilege of co-hosting the first live podcast session for TBR Con 2024 with the SFF Addicts. This was a maste...

Season 3, Episode 20-Amy Hutchins Interview

14 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

For this episode of Season 3 I interviewed voice actor and audio narrator Amy Hutchins! This was a very informative episode and I learned a ton about ...

Season 3, Episode 19-Z. S. Diamanti Interview

07 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

For this episode of Season 3 I had the pleasure of interviewing epic fantasy author Z. S. Diamanti! We had a terrific conversation about his writing j...

Season 3, Episode 18-M. T. Zimny Interview

21 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

For this episode I was able to interview superhero science fiction author M. T. Zimny about her series The Apex Cyle. We discussed writing in her genr...

Season 3, Episode 17-H.C. Newell

17 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

For this episode I was able to interview #1 best-selling author of dark and epic fantasy, H.C. Newell! This was a great interview where we got to disc...

Season 3, Episode 16-Starr Z Davies Interview

10 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

This newest episode of Season 3 I had the pleasure of interviewing dystopian and historical fiction author Starr Z. Davies. We discussed writing in di...

Season 3,Episode 15-Erin Rado Interview

03 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

For this episode of Season 3, I interviewed fantasy author Erin Rado. We discussed her Ravensdaughter series, her worldbuilding, and her characterizat...

Season 3, Episode 14-The Return of JCM Berne

26 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

For this episode of Season 3, I interviewed my friend JCM Berne for the second time. We had an awesome chat about the ongoing adventures of his Hybrid...

Season 3, Episode 13-Michael Gisman Interview

19 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

For this episode of Season 3, I interviewed epic fantasy author Michael Gisman. We had a terrific discussion about his worldbuilding, how he uses myth...

Season 3, Episode 12-Anatomy of Fear Anthology Interview with H. L. Tinsley and B. A. Bellec

11 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

For this episode of Season 3 I was able to interview two members of the Anatomy of Fear Anthology crew H. L. Tinsley and B. A. Bellec! We discussed th...

Season 3, Episode 11-Anat Eliraz and Allen Cheesman Interview

05 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

For this episode of Season 3, I was able to interview co-authors of Phazed World: A New Beginning. I was able to interview Anat Eliraz and Allen Chees...

Season 3, Episode 10-H. M. Long Interview #2

29 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

For this episode of Season 3 I had a returning guest from Season 1, H. M. Long! We discussed the very book Dark Water Daughter that she alluded to in ...

Season 3, Episode 9-G.M. White Interview

22 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

For this episode of Season 3 I interviewed fantasy author G.M. White. We spoke about his series, his newest prequel novella, and his plans for the fut...

Season 3, Episode 8-Steven A. Guglich Interview

15 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

For this episode of Season 3, I interviewed fantasy author Steven A. Guglich. We had a terrific discussion about his writing style, his book Piercing ...

Season 3, Episode 7-Steve McHugh Interview #2

07 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

For this episode of Season 3, I interviewed urban fantasy and sci-fi author Steve McHugh for the second time. Our first episode was way back in the be...

Season 3, Episode 6-Dylan Brennan Interview

01 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

For this episode of Season 3 I was able to interview 16 year old fantasy author Dylan Brennan! He started writing his first fantasy novel Noble Betray...

Season 3, Episode 5-Michael Michel Interview

23 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

We are back for Season 3! For the fifth episode I have interviewed sword and sorcery fantasy author Michael Michel. We had a great interview about his...

Season 3, Episode 4-Sadir Samir Interview

15 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

We are back for Season 3! For the fourth episode I have interviewed dark humorous fantasy author Sadir Samir. We had a great interview about his world...

Season 3, Episode 3-Clayton Snyder Interview #2

09 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

We are back for Season 3! For the third episode I have interviewed dark fantasy, sci-fi, and urban fantasy author Clayton Snyder. We had a great inter...

Season 3, Episode 2-David Boop Travailiant Rising Kickstarter!

01 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

For this episode of Season 3 I was able to interview Denver-based speculative fiction author David Boop about his new Kickstarter with Kevin J. Anders...

Season 3,Episode 1-Sienna Frost Interview

01 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

We are back for Season 3! For this first episode I have interviewed award winning epic fantasy author Sienna Frost. We had a terrific conversation abo...

Season 2, Episode 52-Amy Braun Interview

08 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

For this last episode of season 2, I interviewed urban fantasy and horror author Amy Braun. We had a great conversation about her works, her writing s...

Season 2, Episode 51-Lucy McLaren Interview

30 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

For this episode of season 2, I interviewed fantasy author Lucy McLaren! We discussed Lucy is the author of the young adult fantasy series The Commune...

Season 2, Episode 50-Joshua Scott Edwards Interview

23 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

For this episode of season 2 I interviewed grimdark fantasy author Joshua Scott Edwards. We discussed his book An Ocean of Others and how he came up w...

Season 2, Episode 49-Patrice Fitzgerald Interview

17 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

For this episode of season 2 I had the pleasure of interviewing science fiction author Patrice Fitzgerald. Patrice comes with a ton of experience and ...

Season 2, Episode 48-Ericka Evren Interview

09 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

For this episode of season 2 I got to interview science fiction author Ericka Evren! We had an amazing talk about her book Mission of the Ro' arck, he...

Season 2, Episode 47-Susana Imaginario

03 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

For this episode of season 2 I interviewed Susana Imaginario and we discussed her unique blending of mythology and fantasy in her Timelessness books. ...

Season 2, Episode 46 Tatiana Obey Interview

27 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

For this episode of season 2 I had the pleasure of speaking to fantasy author Tatiana Obey! I found her via Twitter and instantly loved her book cover...

Season 2, Episode 45-Rachel L. Schade Interview

12 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

For this episode of season 2 I interviewed Silent Kingdom and Cursed Empire Series Rachel L. Schade! We had an amazing chat about her writing style, h...

Season 2, Episode 44-Rumi Palsha Interview

05 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

For this episode I interviewed historical adventure author Rumi Palsha! His book Nachovy 1918 is an Indiana Jones type novel with a unique story line ...

Season 2, Episode 43-Herman Steuernagel Interview

25 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

For this episode I had the pleasure of interviewing dystopian and science fiction author Herman Steuernagel. We talked about his. past works as well a...

Season 2, Episode 42-Jack Slocombe Interview

19 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

For this episode of season 2 I interviewed UK author Jack Slocombe who writs occult fantasy and sci-fi! We had an amazing chat about his very interest...

Season 2, Episode 41-Diamond Dragons Interview

13 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

For this interview I had the pleasure of interviewing the author of Diamond Dragons, Matthew Carauddo! Make sure to check out his links below and if y...

Season 2, Episode 40-Breaking Infinity Crew Interview

06 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

This was such an amazing episode. I had the extreme pleasure of interviewing the director/producer Marianna Dean and one of the actors/producers Zoe C...

Season 2, Episode 39-Joseph Schiller Interview

29 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

For this episode of season 2 I interviewed Joseph Schiller about his book fantasy novel Upon the Arrival of Dawn. We discussed how he came up with the...

Season 2, Episode 38-Matt Luttrell Interview

23 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

For this episode of season 2, I interviewed science fiction author Matt Luttrell! We discussed his sci-fi novel River Jumping! This was a great interv...

Season 2, Episode 37-Jake Fredendall Interview

15 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

For this episode of season 2, I interviewed Jake Fredendall about his new fantasy book Journey Into the Cosmos.! We discussed his experiences as a DM ...

Season 2, Episode 36-C.M. Quinn Interview #3

08 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

For our newest episode we have our third interview with C.M. Quinn! Here we talk about her new novel The Queen of Blood and Fury and about its current...

Season 2, Episode 35-Christopher G. Brenning: The Wrathbringer Release

01 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

This is our third interview with the amazing Christopher G Brenning! He came onto our podcast and revealed his newest book cover for book 2 in the Hel...

Season 2, Episode 34-Amanda Dimer Silva Interview

26 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

For this episode of season.2, I interviewed fantasy author Amanda Dimer Silva! We spoke about her unique worldbuilding, her take on characterization, ...

Season 2, Episode 33-J.D. Evans Interview

19 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

For this episode of season 2, I had the pleasure of interviewing author of romantic Scifi/Fantasy, J.D. Evans! We had a fabulous discussion about her ...

Season 2, Episode 32-Bryan Asher Interview

12 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

For this episode of season 2, I interviewed fantasy adventure author Bryan Asher! We discussed his writing style, his unique world building, and his n...

Season 2, Episode 31-Lilian Horn Interview

05 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

For this episode of season 2, I interviewed fantasy author Lilian Horn about her debut novel Perils of Sea and Sky! Make sure to check out her social ...

Season 2, Episode 30-Ash Bishop Interview

27 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

For this episode of season 2 I interviewed science fiction author Ash Bishop! We spoke about his debut sci-fi novel Intergalactic Exterminators, Inc. ...

Season 2, Episode 29-Anna K. Moss Interview

21 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

For this episode, I interviewed fantasy author Anna K. Moss. Please make sure to check out her social links below:https://www.annakmoss.co.uk/https://...

Season 2, Episode 28-Omayra Velez Interview

14 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

For episode 28 I interviewed fantasy author Omayra Velez! We had an excellent discussion about her writing and her different processes. Make sure to c...

Season 2, Episode 27-Keith McArdle Interview

08 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

For this episode of season 2, I spoke with fantasy, sci-fi and military thriller author Keith McArdle. We had a terrific conversation about his writin...

Season 2, Episode 26-Chelsea Harper Interview

31 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

For this episode of Season 2 I had the pleasure of interviewing fantasy author Chelsea Harper! We discussed her first book in her Artifice of Power Sa...

Season 2, Episode 25-Ryan Toxopeus Interview

24 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

For season 2, episode 25 I interviewed fantasy and science fiction author Ryan Toxopeus! We had an amazing conversation about his writing and his book...

Season 2, Episode 24-Christina Silva Interview

17 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

For this episode of season 2 I interviewed young adult and fantasy Christina Silva! We talked a great deal and in depth about her new book The Chronic...

Season 2, Episode 23-Anna Stephens Interview

10 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

For this episode I had the pleasure of interviewing grimdark, horror, and fantasy author Anna Stephens! We had a fabulous discussion about her works, ...

Season 2, Episode 22-Angela Henry Interview

03 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

This episode I interviewed mystery, thriller, and urban fantasy author Angela Henry! We had a terrific interview where we discuss her works and her st...

Season 2, Episode 21-The Return of David Green

26 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of season two, we have the return of David Green! David shares with us his newest release Path of War: Empire of Ruin Book 2! Make sur...

Season 2, Episode 20 The Return of Sean Crow

19 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, grimdark fantasy author Sean Crow returns to give us details about his second book in his Godless Lands series, Wrath of a Hungry God...

Season 2, Episode 19 Corey Ratliff Interview

13 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Here we have my interview with Corey Ratliff, his newest book Lucas Hale and the Founder's Key is out and we talked about this exciting new series and...

Season 2, Episode 18-Ignatz Dovidans Interview

05 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

For this episode of season 2 I had the pleasure of interviewing the author of the Moonrise Saga Ignatz Dovidans! Make sure to check out his socials be...

Season 2, Episode 17 JCM Berne Interview

22 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Season 2, Episode 17 we have superhero space opera author JCM Berne. We had a great talk about his Hybrid Helix books and his take on writing. Make su...

Season 2, Episode 16 Luke T. Barnett Interview

15 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Season 2, Episode 16 finds us with fantasy and scifii author Luke T. Barnett! Here we talked about his current books and what is in store for him next...

Season 2, Episode 15 Alisha Klapheke Interview

07 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Season 2, Episode 15 is with Alisha Klapheke and we discussed a bunch of her amazing books and her writing style. Make sure to check out her socials i...

Season 2, Episode 14 CT Phipps Interview

02 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

For Episode 14 of Season 2, I was able to interview fantasy, scifi, horror, and superhero author CT Phipps! We had a great talk about all of his fanta...

Season 2, Episode 13 Martin Dukes Interview

26 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Here is season 2, episode 13 with Martin Dukes! Make sure to check out his social links below and please share and subscribe! https://www.mdukes-wilde...

Season 2, Episode 12-JDL Rosell Interview

19 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Here we have our 12th interview of season 2 with epic fantasy author JDL Rosell. Please make sure to check out his Kickstarter for his new book The La...

Season 2, Episode 11 Ann Sei Lin Interview

12 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

This episode I talked to Ann Sei Lin, author of Rebel Skies! This book looks and sounds so cool, heck it has origami magic in it! This book also had o...

Season 2, Episode 10 John Palladino Interview

05 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

For season 2, episode 10 we have fantasy author John Palladino! This was a great one where John introduces us to his debut fantasy novel the Trials of...

Season 2, Episode 9-Matthew Harffy Interview

28 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Here for our second season we have my first interview with a historical fiction author! Being a history teacher and loving historical fiction, I alway...

Season 2, Episode 8 Mark Timmony Interview-Starbinder

21 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

This episode marks the return of Mark Timmony. Mark here told us a great deal about his new novella Starbinder! Make sure to check out his socials, I ...

Season 2, Episode 7 Rob J. Hayes Interview

14 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

For this interview I had the pleasure of reading Never Die and Along the Razor's Edge author Rob J. Hayes. This was a huge pleasure as Never Die was o...

Season 2, Episode 6-Alan Scott Interview

07 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

For this episode, I spoke to fantasy author Alan Scott. We had a great conversation about his books, finding the right artist for your book cover, and...

Season 2, Episode 5 H.L. Tinsley Interview

29 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

I had the absolute pleasure to interview H.L. Tinsley author of We Men of Ash and Shadow. We had a great talk about world building, characterization, ...

Season 2, Episode 4 D.W. Ross Interview

24 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Here I found myself interviewing D.W. Ross about his Onyxborn Chronicle. We had a great chat about character creation, writing strategies, and what th...

Season 2, Episode 3 Sandra L Rostirolla Interview

18 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Episode 3 for season 2 was with Sandra L Rostirolla! We talked about combining elements of fantasy and sci-fi in an apocalyptic setting, how to develo...

Season 2, Episode 2-L.L. MacRae

08 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

This second episode in season 2 is with L.L. MacRae! Here we talk about her first book The Iron Crown and how she came up with her great characters an...

Season 2, Episode 1-Nick Martell Interview

03 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

To start off our season 2 we have Nick Martell! We spoke here about his series The Legacy of the Mercenary Kings. In this interview we spoke about NIc...

Season 1, Episode 42-Emily Inkpen Interview

10 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

This episode I spoke to Emily Inkpen about her new scifi audio drama! She talks about the submission process, submission tips, and what makes your gen...

Season 1, Episode 52-Ben Galley Interview

05 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

This last episode of season 1 was with the legendary Ben Galley! Here we discuss his Kickstarter success, writing in great characters, and finding you...

Season 1, Episode 51-Thiago Abdalla Interview

04 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

This was an amazing episode where Thiago Abdalla and I spoke a ton about craft and how it influences the decision making process for your outline, dra...

Season 1, Episode 50-Alex Robins

04 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

This was a great episode where I spoke to Alex about his amazing series War of the Twelve! We spoke a lot about craft, world building, and character d...