Fantasy Talks is the Jose’s Amazing Worlds Youtube channel podcast. Here you will find all the long form content from the channel, from author interviews to book and graphic novel discussions as well as conversations with other creators about the fantasy, comics and movies landscape.
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Episode 28 - Author Interview with Livia J. Elliot from Unearthed Stories and Books Undone
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In this episode I talk to Livia J. Elliot, author of the interactive fiction collection Unearthed Stories and host of the Books Undone Podcast. You can find out more about Livia and her work over at www.liviajelliot.comBy Jose Salinas
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Episode 27 - Discussing Discworld with Derri from Derri's Read It Before
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In this episode I am joined by the ever delightful Derri Hibbert to discuss all things Discworld and explore why we both love it so much. You can find out more about Derr over at her YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@derrisreaditbeforeBy Jose Salinas
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Episode 26 - Slaying the Dragon with Ben Riggs
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In this episode, I am delighted to talk to Dugeons and Dragons historian Ben Riggs about his book, Slaying the Dragon and the rise and fall of TSR, the company that birthed the seminal role playing game Dungeons and Dragons. You can find out more about Ben and his work over at: www.writerbenriggs.com…
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Episode 25 - Author Interview with Christopher Ruocchio and Susana Imaginario
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In this episode I had the absolute pleasure of talking to Christopher Ruocchio himself about his journey into writing and publishing the very popular Sun Eater series. I was also exceptionally fortunate to have the wonderful Susana Imaginário as a co-host and save the day when I was struck with technical issues. You can find out more about Mr Ruocc…
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Episode 24 - Ashes of Man Spoiler Discussion with Ian from BNB Books and Susana from Den of the Wyrd
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In this episode, I am joined by two great friends, Ian from BNB Books and author Susana Imaginario to discuss Ashes of Man, book 5 in the Sun Eater series by American author Christopher Ruocchio. You can find out more about Ian over at: https://www.youtube.com/@bnbbooks1794 You can find out more about Susana and her works: www.susanaimaginario.com…
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Episode 23 - Author Interview with Tim Powers, two time World Fantasy Award Winner
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In this episode, I have the privilege of talking with two time World Fantasy Award winner Tim Powers. In this conversation, Mr Powers shares his personal relationship with sci-fi legend Philip K. Dick, his career as an author, I get him to rank his novels and even offer him an idea for his next book!…
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Episode 22 - Kingdoms of Death Live Discussion with Ian from BNB Books and Susana Imaginário
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In this episode, I have the pleasure of being joined by two great friends of the podcast, Ian and Susana, to discuss and spoil all we can out of Kingdoms of Death, book 4 in the Sun Eater series by American author Christopher Ruocchio.By Jose Salinas
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Episode 21 - The Impact of Artificial Intelligence on the Creative Arts with author Jared Michaud
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In this episode, I sit down with author Jared Michaud to talk about Artificial Intelligence and the impact it could have/is having on the creative arts. You can find out more about Jared and his work over at his website: https://jarednmichaud.comBy Jose Salinas
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Episode 20 - Demon in White Spoiler Discussion with Ian from BNB Books
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In this episode, Ian and I continue our journey through the Sollan Empire and discuss the relative merits and demerits of Demon in White, book 3 in the Sun Eater series by Christopher Ruocchio.By Jose Salinas
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Episode 19 - In Conversation with Sandy Petersen
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In this episode, I have the privilege of talking to legendary games designer Sandy Petersen. Mr Petersen is the creator of the classic Call of Cthulhu RPG, and designer of such classic computer games as DOOM and Age of Empires II. In this conversation we talk about his journey into games design, his love for H. P. Lovecraft and future projects. You…
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Episode 18 - The Current State of Cinema with Chris Mohan
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In this episode I am joined by Chris Mohan, host of the Chris Mohan Youtube movie channel to discuss the current state of Hollywood movies. You can find out more about Chris and his take on movies and recommendations over at this channel: https://www.youtube.com/@chrismohanBy Jose Salinas
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Episode 17 - In Conversation with Joey Oliveira, Chief Editor at Afterlight Comics
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In this episode, I am joined by Joey Oliveira, chief editor at Afterlight Comics, an award winning independent horror comics publisher who just got a distribution deal with Diamond Comics Distributor. A great success story of having a vision and chasing your dreams through hard work, determination, and learning along the way. You can find out more …
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Episode 16 - Howling Dark Spoiler Discussion with Ian from BNB Books
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In this episode I am joined with long term partner in crime Ian from BNB Books to discuss The Howling Dark, book 2 in the Sun Eater series by Christopher Ruocchio. Warning: Wheel of Time flashbacks mentioned...By Jose Salinas
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Episode 15 - Fitz and the Fool Trilogy Discussion with Derri from Derri's Read It Before
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In this episode, Derri is back to discuss the final three installments in the Realm of the Elderlings series by american author Robin Hobb. We discuss the finale of this long series and ponder the merits and demerits of the series as a whole.By Jose Salinas
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Episode 14 - The Role of the Editor with David J. Butler, editor at Baen Books
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In this episode I hold a wonderful conversation with the fantastic David J. Butler, chief editor at Baen Books, to lear about the role of the editor in the writing and publishing process. David soon became a good friend of the podcast and went on to facilitate some of the future conversations in the podcast.…
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Episode 13 - Author Interview: Susana Imáginario author of The Timelessness Series
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In this episode I meet and talk for the first time with the truly insightful Susana Imaginario, author of The Timelessness series and soon to be become a great friend of the podcast. You can find out more about Susana and her work over at her Youtube channel: Den of the Wyrd.By Jose Salinas
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Episode 12 - Empire of Silence discussion with Ian from BNB Books
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Welcome back! In this episode, Ian and I talk about our first foray into the Sollan Empire by Christopher Ruocchio. In this episode, we discuss the Empire of Silence, the first book in the Sun Eater series. Little did we know what the future had in store for us...By Jose Salinas
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Episode 11 - The Rain Wild Chronicles by Robin Hobb discussion with Derri from Derri's Read it Before
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In this episode, the one and only Derri Herbert is back to discuss and spoil the heck out of the wonderful Rain Wild Chronicles by Robin Hobb. In this one, I am glad to discover I am not the only one who thinks that this tetralogy is the hidden gem within the Realm of the Elderlings.By Jose Salinas
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Episode 10 - Author Interview - Robert Bone
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In this episode, I am joined by indie author Robert Bone to talk about his first book, The Condemned, book 1 in his Ages of Eshéa series. You can find out more about Robert and his work at www.robertboneauthor.comBy Jose Salinas
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Episode 9 - The TawnyMan Trilogy Discussion with Derri from Derri's Read It Before
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In this episode, the queen of the Elderlings herself, Derri Herbert, is back to discuss the third installment in the Realm of the Elderlings fantasy series by Robin Hobb. As usual, I present to Derri why I think some parts of the series do not work that well and Derri tells me why I am wrong!By Jose Salinas
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Episode 8 - The Role of the Literary Agent with Joshua Bilmes
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In one massive scoop for the podcast, I have the pleasure of firing questions at Joshua Bilmes, chairman of the Jabberwocky Literary Agency, and agent to some of the biggest names in Fantasy, like Brandon Sanderson, Charlaine Harris and many more. In this episode, Mr Bilmes talks about his career, what the role of an agent is and the best way for a…
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Episode 7 - Help Us Choose Our Next Fantasy Series!
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After our successful yet unenjoyable journey through the Wheel of Time series, I am joined by Ian from the BNB Books Youtube channel for a live conversation to discuss which fantasy series to embark on next. Turns out, we settled on one we had not even considered that took the channel and the podcast to unexpected heights...…
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Episode 6 - Liveship Traders discussion by Robin Hobb with Derr from Derri's Read It Before
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In this episode, the wonderful Derri from Derri's Read It Before youtube channel joins me to discuss this wonderful trilogy by American author Robin Hobb.By Jose Salinas
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Episode 5: TheWheel of Time Full Series Discussion with Ian from BNB Books
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In this episode, Ian and I go through our experience of reading the full Wheel of Time series, only to find out that we were pretty much on the same page...By Jose Salinas
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Episode 4: Author Interview - H. L. Tinsley
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In this episode, I hold a really interesting conversation with independent author, SPFBO finalist and grimdark emperess Holly Tinsley. Holly tells me about how she has managed to make a living out of being a writer in spite of not having a traditional publishing deal. You can find out more about Holly's work over at her website: www.hltinsley.co.uk…
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Episode 3: The Farseer Trilogy Spoiler Discussion with Jolien and Derri
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In this episode, I was joined by Jolien from https://www.youtube.com/@JolienReads and the amazing Derri from https://www.youtube.com/@derrisreaditbefore to unpick and discuss The Farseer Trilogy, the first trilogy in the Realm of the Elderlings saga by Robin Hobb.By Jose Salinas
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Episode 2: The Wheel of Time Books 1-5 Spoiler Discussion with Ian from BNB Books
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A couple of years ago, shortly after starting my Youtube channel, I made a connection with someone across the Atlantic. Joined by our love for fantasy and curiosity about one of the biggest series of all time, we embarked on a journey of discover together of The Wheel of Time. Suffice to say that, what we discovered we did not expect...…
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Fantasy Talks Live Episode 1: The State and Future of the Fantasy Genre with Author Tim Akers
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A live and organic discussion with traditionally published author Tim Akers, author of The Burn Cycle and The Hallowed War series, about the current state of the fantasy genre. You can find more about Tim over at: www.timakers.netBy Jose Salinas
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