Join co-hosts Adrian M. Gibson and M.J. Kuhn as they chat with bestselling author Michael J. Sullivan about his new novel Esrahaddon, The Rise and Fall trilogy, writing multiple series in the shared world of Elan, his publishing journey from The Riyria Revelations until today, comparing self-publishing and traditional publishing, writing great dialogue, evolving writing processes, career highlights, wikis and much more.
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Cover Reveal: Glunda The Veg Witch by Keith W. Dickinson
Hello again dear reader or listener, please allow me, on behalf of the whole team here at FFA, to share with you today, this lovely cover for an upcoming self-pub novella that promises cosy fantasy vibes with a dash of old rivalries. I am also told the veggie soup within is a tried and true delicious recipe by the author himself so I’m definitely curious!
BOOK TOUR: Carved Amidst the Shadows (Brands of Taelgir #1) by M.T. Fontaine
Book Information Carved Amidst the Shadows by M.T. FontaineSeries: Brands of TaelgirGenre: Epic Fantasy, Dark Political FantasyIntended Age Group: AdultPages: 502Published: August 30, 2022Publisher: Flecha Escrita Edicionas (Self Published) Book Blurb When the gods shaped the continent into five kingdoms to be ruled by their progeny, they did not account for the greed of men. […]
Author Chat: Ai Jiang (I AM AI)
Ai Jiang is a master storyteller. She’s delivered some of the most moving, beautiful, insightful, and dazzling stories in recent times. It was no surprise to anyone when her short story, Give Me English, was nominated for a Nebula Award. If you’re a lover of speculative fiction, Ai Jiang is a must-read author. Her latest […]
TBRCon2023 Highlight: Neurodiversity Through Character (Panel)
Every week, we are highlighting a panel from TBRCon2023, looking back on the amazing variety of panels that we had the honor of hosting.
This week, join moderator/author ML Spencer and authors Ada Palmer, Ada Hoffmann, Justin T. Call and Connor M. Caplan for a TBRCon2023 author panel on “Neurodiversity Through Character.”
BOOK TOUR: Credible Threats (Sam Adams #1) by Daniel Meyer – Excerpt
Book Information Credible Threats by Daniel MeyerSeries: Sam AdamsGenre: Urban FantasyIntended Age Group: YA to AdultPages: 330Published: November 15, 2022Publisher: Self Published Book Blurb Sam Adams, sixteen-year-old wizard, has zero interest in saving the world—but staying out of the line of fire isn’t an option for wizards. When a new designer drug hits the streets, […]
COVER REVEAL: Golden Flames (Dragonblood Assassin #4) by Jaime Castle & Andy Peloquin
Blurb The battle grows dire. The death toll rises. The end is nigh. Natisse, believing Kullen fallen to a traitor’s blade, fights on to honor his memory and to complete his final mission: to save their Empire from the enemy fleet threatening destruction. Together with Golgoth, she must stand before the very fires of hell […]
COVER REVEAL: Sin and Sorrow (City of Sacrifice #3) by Michael R. Fletcher
Note from Michael: This has been an absolutely mental year. For a variety of reasons—the big one being my inability to plan or schedule anything beyond lunch—I have ended up with four written novels all lined up for release. A War to End All is already available for pre-order and will be released in ebook/KU/paperback […]
SFF Addicts Ep. 68: Plot Twists with Aparna Verma (Mini-Masterclass)
Join co-hosts Adrian M. Gibson and M.J. Kuhn as they delve into a mini-masterclass on Plot Twists with author Aparna Verma. During the episode, Aparna deconstructs plot twists, including why we love them so much, what makes a plot twist great, how plot twists work in fiction vs. TV or film, the essential trifecta of set-up, misdirection and reveal, ways in which plot twists can fall flat, tropes, favorite plot twists and more.
Author Roundtable: Character Through Dialogue (with David Wragg, Sebastien de Castell, J.S. Dewes, Marina J. Lostetter & Julia Vee)
Join authors David Wragg, Sebastien de Castell, J.S. Dewes, Marina J. Lostetter and Julia Vee for another FanFiAddict author roundtable! During the discussion, these five talented authors share their takes on CHARACTER THROUGH DIALOGUE, unpacking the ways in which dialogue and character are intertwined, how to best convey a character through the words they speak, what goes said versus unsaid, making dialogue sound unique to each character and more.
BOOK TOUR: Through Blood and Dragons (The Forged and the Fallen #1) by R.M. Schultz – Excerpt
Book Information Through Blood and Dragons by R.M. SchultzSeries: The Forged and the FallenGenre: Epic FantasyIntended Age Group: 16+Pages: 510Published: July 31, 2023Publisher: Sky Sea and Sword Publishing (Self Published) Book Blurb Steeped in blood. Ruled by those with dragons. Cimeren is a world divided by a mysterious forest and the vast Lake on Fire. […]
SFF Addicts Ep. 67: Aparna Verma talks The Phoenix King, Complex Characters, Pokémon & More
Join co-hosts Adrian M. Gibson and M.J. Kuhn as they chat with author Aparna Verma about her debut novel The Phoenix King, her love of Pokémon (and Charizard), bridging the gap between Indian and American cultures, her writing journey from self-pub to traditional publishing, how The Boy with Fire evolved into The Phoenix King, approaches to writing complex and captivating characters, science fantasy, why fire is awesome and much more.