Original fables and parables on psychological, social, political, spiritual, and philosophical questions of today. http://www.stuffedfabulist.com
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Short fantasy and science fiction stories that take you out of your ordinary for a few minutes.
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Whether it's the tale of the tortoise and the hare or the mountain in labor, we have used Aesop's fables to help us broaden our minds and morality. Join author Stalina Goodwin, creator of My Ambitions As A Writer, as she reads fables that will challenge your perspective and empower your mind!
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So hair is sprouting in unspeakable places and you can no longer carry a tune, but if you’re a surrealistic artiste with an addiction to Freudian mythology and guilt-free sex, turning into a monkey has its upsides. Nick Motbot may be evolving as a novelist, but his friends aren’t too sure about his DNA — at least, not since Gargantuan Enterprises started experimenting with it. And once they figure out what’s happening to him, they decide to set things right. MARVELLOUS HAIRY is a satirical n ...
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Winner of the Adirondack Center for Writing’s People’s Choice Award 2016 A sister grows inside the body of another and wants to return; a woman accidentally walks through walls where her newfound intimacy offends. By turns surreal, mournful, and droll, this collection of short stories investigates our conflicting urge for intimacy and transcendence. Enter this cabinet of wonders to find your mind and spirit expand. While the concerns and struggles are familiar — loneliness, troubled marriage ...
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Welcome to Angie & Christie Write Now where every week we'll explore a different facet of the writing process. We'll go through all the emotions that come with writing and publishing a book, from the highs to the lows, the silly to the serious, and all the hard work in between. We'll also chat with authors, editors, agents, and publishers about what it means to be a successful writer. Come share your journey with us and find your won individual path because: Who said there's just one way to ...
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A Podcast discussing storytelling, and what makes stories great. Hosted by Alec Stutson and Thomas Brown.
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The extraordinary stories of six ordinary heroes who made history, from the spy who saved D-Day to the greatest whistleblower of all time. One person can change the world. Here’s how.
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Unveiling the Process: Publisher Josh Wilson on Choosing Authors for the Fabulist Magazine
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Get ready to dive into the vibrant world of speculative fiction and independent media with a truly multifaceted artist. Josh Wilson is an accomplished author, nonfiction editor, and a passionate advocate for independent media and culture. He’s also the driving force behind The Fabulist Magazine, a publication that has been a beacon for short fictio…
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Author Spotlight: Ef Deal, Dive into a World of Wonder and Imagination #steampunk #authortube
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🚀 Are you ready for an extraordinary journey through the realms of science fiction, fantasy, and horror? 📚 Ef Deal is a multi-talented artist, a master of words, and a weaver of fantastical tales. From the depths of her vivid imagination, she brings forth stories that transport readers to magical kingdoms and realms of darkness.🎶 As a musician, a p…
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To order at the restaurant under the sign of twin ibises, you need to write a menu no one can read.By Rudi Dornemann
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Firefighter Turned Author: Jason Powell on the real-life experiences behind his novel NO MAN'S GHOST
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Get ready to meet a real-life hero turned storyteller! Jason Powell is a New York City firefighter and an author whose debut novel is sure to ignite excitement among readers. Born the youngest of nine children, this firefighter learned the value of sweet escapes and alone time early on. Now, when he's not battling blazes or saving lives, you'll fin…
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Author Spotlight: Embark on a Journey through Enchantment and Danger with Claudia Blood #authortube
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Dive into the captivating world of storytelling with an award-winning author, Claudia Blood. Claudia knows how to weave epic fantasies that resonate with readers across genres. From the Relic trilogy to the Merged series and the Supernatural Detective Agency, her tales take us on exhilarating adventures where the slightly familiar meets the entirel…
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Author Spotlight: Malayna Evans Unraveling Ancient Mysteries and Diving into the Sands of Time!
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Get ready to embark on a thrilling journey through the sands of ancient Egypt! Malayna Evans is a master storyteller with a passion for unlocking the secrets of the past. Hailing from the mountains of Lehi, Utah, she now calls the city of Chicago her home, and her love for the Windy City's energy, diversity, and vibe infuses every page of her book.…
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Author Spotlight: Sarah James, writing intrigue within the backdrops of WWII & 1940's Hollywood
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Imagine your twin sister vanishes into thin air, leaving behind a trail of unanswered questions and a gaping void in your life. In order to figure out what happened to her, you decide to assume your sister’s identity. That's the gripping premise behind Sarah James' debut novel, The Woman with Two Shadows. It's a captivating tale set against the bac…
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Author Spotlight: Embracing Diversity in Speculative Fiction with Strong Women-Strange Worlds
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Ready to embark on a journey through the realms of imagination and collaboration? Hold onto your bookmarks, everyone, because today's episode will do just that! We are so excited to welcome the visionary founders of Strong Women, Strange Worlds to our podcast. We sat down with them for a dive deep into the world of speculative fiction and to explor…
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Fantasy Authors 📚 Masterpieces that made our Favorite Top 10 List (Pt. 2) ❤️
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Did your favorite fantasy novel make our Top 10 list? C.J. Edmunds, author of Speculative Fiction and Magical Realism, guest hosts as we countdown our favorite high fantasy / fantasy authors and novels from 5 to 1. We planned to countdown all ten authors in one go, but we all have very definite opinions that we had to share. So, here is Part 2. C. …
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Author Spotlight: Naina Kumar Explores Love, Tradition, & Indian Matchmaking in "Say You'll Be Mine"
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“I couldn’t put down this page-turner. . . . The new When Harry Met Sally . . . a warm, smart, sexy, and absolutely charming debut.”—Colleen HooverAs much as the 2020 pandemic years were weird and frustrating, they also brought us the amazing, swoon-worthy romance entitled "Say You'll Be Mine", by Naina Kumar. While living in her parents' house dur…
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Author Spotlight: MarcyKate Connolly & Kathryn Holmes on Writing a Middle Grade X-Files
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Have you ever had an experience where everything seemed to fall into place? Like it was meant to be? That's exactly how the collaboration between MarcyKate Connolly and Kathryn Holmes felt as they crafted their new book, "The Thirteenth Circle." When Kathryn envisioned a Middle Grade X-Files novel, she knew she needed a second voice to take on the …
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The Legends of Fantasy: Why these Unforgettable Authors’ Masterpieces made our List Pt. 1
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Did your favorite fantasy novel make our Top 10 list? C.J. Edmunds, author of Speculative Fiction and Magical Realism, guest hosts as we countdown our favorite high fantasy / fantasy authors and novels from 10 to 6. We planned to countdown all ten authors in one go, but we all have very definite opinions that we had to share. So, here is Part 1. Pa…
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Author Spotlight: 🤯Charlotte Bennardo on how an MFA Transformed her Writing from Novice to Expert
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Have you ever wondered whether a Masters of Fine Arts Program (MFA) was right for you? This episode might help you decide. Charlotte Bennardo is the author of Young Adult (YA), New Adult (NA), and Middle Grade (MG) novels, including the Evolution Revolution Trilogy, and the co-author of the YA books Blonde OPS and Sirenz. Throughout her writing car…
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Author Spotlight: Robert Wayne McCoy on his Journey to Publication
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Hey everyone! Welcome back! This week, we meet Robert Wayne McCoy, a dark fantasy and horror author of short and long fiction. Robert’s writing journey begins as a young child with a learning disability which, although diagnosed, was managed with difficulty. Undeterred and determined to succeed, Robert went to college for a theater degree which eve…
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A&C Breakdown their Top 5: 😤 WORST Romance Tropes
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A good romance novel is hard to beat. But a romance trope that makes you put the book down for good (or at least a little while!) can happen too. Here are Angie and Christie's least favorite romance tropes. Do you agree?
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Enemies to Lovers to Happily Ever After: ❤️ Best Romance Novel Tropes
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Aaah, romance! Who doesn't love a good romance book? So many tropes, so little time. But we all have our favorites. Which ones do Angie and Christie love the most? Here are their Top Five!
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Author Blakely Chorpenning: Self-Publishing versus Traditional Publishing
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Welcome to our debut interview, which also happens to be our Halloween episode! This week, we meet Blakely Chorpenning, the multi-genre author of “Souled Out”, “Sinner” and “Tin Moon”. Blakely’s writer-story begins with a fantastic 9th grade creative writing teacher (thank you Mrs. Kline!) and is soon followed by the merger of different small stori…
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Welcome to Angie & Christie Write Now where every week, we’ll explore a different facet of the writing process. We’ll go through all the emotions that come with writing and publishing a book, from the highs to the lows, the silly and the serious, and all the hard work in between. We’ll also chat with authors, editors, agents, and publishers about w…
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Welcome to Angie & Christie Write Now! Every week, we'll explore a different facet of the writing process, from the lows to the highs, the silly to the serious, and all the hard work in between. Come share your journey with us and find your own path to writing because: Who said there's just one way to write a book? Email: angiechristiewritenow@gmai…
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Ice-skating, strange creatures, a long-suffering saint, and a 16-century painter.By Rudi Dornemann
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You grew up in a capsule like these--playing, learning. Now all these years later, you've come back.By Rudi Dornemann
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A poem. A glass box. A voice coach. A heist.By Rudi Dornemann
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Up in the branches of mile-high trees, a cartographer maps the routes between greenhouses.By Rudi Dornemann
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In a place where the dead are never really gone, a hairdresser carries out his complicated profession on the deceased.By Rudi Dornemann
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The old kilns are being converted into cozy living spaces. The only problem is that they're haunted, and not by ordinary ghosts.By Rudi Dornemann
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An ecologist spends a summer in the dark and silent embassy as the honorary spy for the season.By Rudi Dornemann
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An looking office in the downtown of a big city--everything seems ordinary enough from the outside, although you might wonder what's up with all those wires running to its roof. And if you could see inside, you might wonder even more.By Rudi Dornemann
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An accountant begins to frequent a secret, but maybe not-so-secret, place.By Rudi Dornemann
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Some years after an apocalypse has come and gone, a receptionist walks through a desert full of abandoned roads and becomes very aware of all the times that are not now and all the places that are not here.By Rudi Dornemann
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In this episode, we travel to a depot on the edge of a continent and follow the journey of an X-ray technician, for whom it's the edge of much more.By Rudi Dornemann
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Startling, lyrical, and tender, Strange Appetites shines a light on loneliness in magical and mythical ways. Reality is bent but beautiful in these intricately carved stories, and the author's varietal, passionate and subtle tone shifts fall on the ear with astonishing rightness. Winner of the Adirondack Center for Writing’s People’s Choice Award 2…
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Startling, lyrical, and tender, Strange Appetites shines a light on loneliness in magical and mythical ways. Reality is bent but beautiful in these intricately carved stories, and the author's varietal, passionate and subtle tone shifts fall on the ear with astonishing rightness. Winner of the Adirondack Center for Writing’s People’s Choice Award 2…
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STRANGE APPETITES - CALLING DOWN THE MOUNTAIN
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Startling, lyrical, and tender, Strange Appetites shines a light on loneliness in magical and mythical ways. Reality is bent but beautiful in these intricately carved stories, and the author's varietal, passionate and subtle tone shifts fall on the ear with astonishing rightness. Winner of the Adirondack Center for Writing’s People’s Choice Award 2…
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Startling, lyrical, and tender, Strange Appetites shines a light on loneliness in magical and mythical ways. Reality is bent but beautiful in these intricately carved stories, and the author's varietal, passionate and subtle tone shifts fall on the ear with astonishing rightness. Winner of the Adirondack Center for Writing’s People’s Choice Award 2…
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About visiting the library in the woods and finding something to read. Also about diagrams, birds on quests, and a strange fish.By Rudi Dornemann
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Startling, lyrical, and tender, Strange Appetites shines a light on loneliness in magical and mythical ways. Reality is bent but beautiful in these intricately carved stories, and the author's varietal, passionate and subtle tone shifts fall on the ear with astonishing rightness. Winner of the Adirondack Center for Writing’s People’s Choice Award 2…
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Startling, lyrical, and tender, Strange Appetites shines a light on loneliness in magical and mythical ways. Reality is bent but beautiful in these intricately carved stories, and the author's varietal, passionate and subtle tone shifts fall on the ear with astonishing rightness. Winner of the Adirondack Center for Writing’s People’s Choice Award 2…
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Startling, lyrical, and tender, Strange Appetites shines a light on loneliness in magical and mythical ways. Reality is bent but beautiful in these intricately carved stories, and the author's varietal, passionate and subtle tone shifts fall on the ear with astonishing rightness. Winner of the Adirondack Center for Writing’s People’s Choice Award 2…
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STRANGE APPETITES - PRICE CHOPPER RESURRECTED
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Startling, lyrical, and tender, Strange Appetites shines a light on loneliness in magical and mythical ways. Reality is bent but beautiful in these intricately carved stories, and the author's varietal, passionate and subtle tone shifts fall on the ear with astonishing rightness. Winner of the Adirondack Center for Writing’s People’s Choice Award 2…
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Startling, lyrical, and tender, Strange Appetites shines a light on loneliness in magical and mythical ways. Reality is bent but beautiful in these intricately carved stories, and the author's varietal, passionate and subtle tone shifts fall on the ear with astonishing rightness. Winner of the Adirondack Center for Writing’s People’s Choice Award 2…
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This episode, we go to an archive, complete with various birds, diaries, and instructions for saddling your sea creature. The second story in a set that'll include one fantastical place for every letter in the alphabet. If you're interested, you can also receive these stories via an email newsletter which you can subscribe to here.…
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Startling, lyrical, and tender, Strange Appetites shines a light on loneliness in magical and mythical ways. Reality is bent but beautiful in these intricately carved stories, and the author's varietal, passionate and subtle tone shifts fall on the ear with astonishing rightness. Winner of the Adirondack Center for Writing’s People’s Choice Award 2…
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Startling, lyrical, and tender, Strange Appetites shines a light on loneliness in magical and mythical ways. Reality is bent but beautiful in these intricately carved stories, and the author's varietal, passionate and subtle tone shifts fall on the ear with astonishing rightness. Winner of the Adirondack Center for Writing’s People’s Choice Award 2…
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Startling, lyrical, and tender, Strange Appetites shines a light on loneliness in magical and mythical ways. Reality is bent but beautiful in these intricately carved stories, and the author's varietal, passionate and subtle tone shifts fall on the ear with astonishing rightness. Winner of the Adirondack Center for Writing’s People’s Choice Award 2…
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Startling, lyrical, and tender, Strange Appetites shines a light on loneliness in magical and mythical ways. Reality is bent but beautiful in these intricately carved stories, and the author's varietal, passionate and subtle tone shifts fall on the ear with astonishing rightness. Winner of the Adirondack Center for Writing’s People’s Choice Award 2…
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A firefighter finds a new home in a new community. Along the way, there are fur-covered houses and six-legged whales. This is the first story in a set that'll include one fantastical place for every letter in the alphabet. If you're interested, you can also receive these stories via an email newsletter which you can subscribe to here.…
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An aging hound discovers the trouble with being over zealous and his owner learns the power of grace.
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Do you weigh the costs before you make your choices? A goat does not and pays dearly for it!
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Do you know when enough is enough? Find out what happens when a boy does not!
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An eagle and a fox discover the lengths mothers are willing to go for their children.
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