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Molly Southgate interviews authors about their latest books, favorite book series, and more.
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Welcome to Alley Chats — where creativity meets conversation. In each episode, we step into the alley for unfiltered, inspiring talks with creators of all kinds — from authors and artists to podcasters, performers, and innovators. Hosted by Rob Southgate from the Southgate Media Group, Alley Chats is your backstage pass into the minds of people shaping pop culture, one project at a time. Whether you're looking for creative motivation, behind-the-scenes insight, or just great storytelling, yo ...
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Step inside the minds of storytellers with Ink Blots: Author Interviews — the podcast where books meet personality. Host Rob Southgate chats with authors across genres — from mystery to sci-fi, romance to non-fiction — diving deep into their creative process, personal journeys, and favorite reads. Each episode blends practical writing tips for aspiring authors with candid conversations about life, inspiration, and the stories that shaped them. Expect surprises, laughter, and the kind of insi ...
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Go Fund This! is the podcast that shines a spotlight on the passion projects that need your support — from crowdfunding campaigns to indie creations ready to make a big impact. Each episode features candid conversations with creators behind Kickstarter, Indiegogo, and other fundraising efforts. We dig into the stories, the struggles, and the spark that brought their projects to life. Whether it’s a groundbreaking comic book, an innovative tech product, a powerful indie film, or a fresh new g ...
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Rob Southgate conducts interviews, holds roundtables, and personally discusses various aspects of new media and the business of running a business that creates content that is considered new media. Topics discussed are podcasting, blogging, content creation, vlogs, social media, marketing, and business.
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A weekly podcast all about Pokemon Go!
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Jim Alexander discusses the latest happenings in the world of professional wrestling.
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Join Jesse for this weekly podcast featuring exclusive interviews with the authors from 4 Horsemen Publications.
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Home to the unofficial podcast about Constantine. Hosted by Lilith and Phil. Episode recaps, news, analysis and predictions are all discussed on this weekly show.
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Jack Wengrosky discusses the art of trumpet playing with special guests.
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The Southgates binge TV shows and break them down for you. Are these shows binge-worthy, worth the watch, space-it-out, or skip it. All shows discussed are either current or had their final season in 2010 or later. Now let's watch some TV!
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Talking out the 80's and all the cool, geeky stuff that came from that decade.
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Jesse, Wendy, Christine and Shannon discuss the hit TV show American Gods by Neil Gaiman.
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Why limit yourself to one version of reality? Lady Aesculapius is a bohemian traveler between alternate worlds, and she's taking on her friend Jason Jackson to see wonders--but there's something threatening the infinite variation of reality, and now Aesc and Jason will have to make their way through dystopias, baking contests, and avoid getting copyrighted by a planet in order to save the day. Humor, character drama, and adventure await you in this new fiction podcast from 10,000 Dawns. Crea ...
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Southgate Media Group performs a variety of live podcasts at the Blue Box Cafe in Elgin, IL.
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The Geektastic Cage Match pits geek touchstones against each other in front of a live audience. Star Trek v Star Wars, Hawkeye v Legolas, Bruce Campbell v Nathan Fillion, Marvel v DC, and more!
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Lilith and Ricky do Recaps and Analysis on the all things Heroes - and News, Recaps and Predictions on Heroes Reborn. Primatech Files podcast is part of the Southgate Media Group - follow them on twitter @SMGPods, like them on facebook facebook.com/southgatemediagroup and check out their website http://www.southgatemediagroup.com for blogs and to learn more about all the shows and hosts.
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Jonathan and Rachel discuss all things anime. Please rate us and subscribe to help more fans find our show. Learn more, contact us, and check out our other podcasts at www.southgatemediagroup.com.
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Rob and Alil attempts to turn kids into the perfect geeks. Each episode they will discuss various touchstones of geek culture; D & D, Star Wars, My Little Pony, Batman, and anything else that is beloved by geeks.
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Each episode, the crew discusses indie games and other things. Please rate us and subscribe to help more fans find our show. Learn more, contact us, and check out our other podcasts at www.southgatemediagroup.com.
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Home to the unofficial podcast about FX’s The Strain. Hosted by Blaire and Kyle. Episode recaps, news, analysis and predications are all discussed on this weekly show.
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Join us for this weekly podcast where we break down the latest geek news. We talk movies, TV, comics, music, books, video games, toys and more. Basically, if it tweaks our geeks we talk it out.
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Home to the unofficial podcast about FX’s American Horror Story. Hosted by Chris and Rob. Episode recaps, news, analysis and predications are all discussed on this weekly show. Please rate us and subscribe to help more fans find our show. Learn more, contact us, and check out our other podcasts at www.southgatemediagroup.com.
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Welcome to the Pinheads Podcast. We love Pinterest and all the great things we find on it. Join Martha and Cheryl as the talk about their favorite pins and discuss the Pinterest projects they have done this week. It's all about geeing out to Pinterest. Please remember to rate and subscribe on iTunes to help more fans find our show. Learn more and check out our other podcasts at www.southgatemediagroup.com.
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Home to the unofficial podcast about TNT’s Falling Skies. Hosted by Frank and Rob. Episode recaps, news, analysis and predications are all discussed on this weekly show. Please rate us and subscribe to help more fans find our show. Learn more, contact us, and check out our other podcasts at www.southgatemediagroup.com.
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There is a rich history in Tabletop Gaming and on The Kevin Long show, Kevin and his guests talk about all the editions of Dungeons and Dragons. Kevin and his guests build characters after reading the complete handbook, talk about character concepts and discuss various story outlines.
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Home to the unofficial podcast about Disney XD’s Star Wars Rebels. Episode recaps, news, analysis and predications are all discussed on this weekly show. Please rate us and subscribe to help more fans find our show. Learn more, contact us, and check out our other podcasts at www.southgatemediagroup.com.
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Home to the unofficial podcast about the CW’s Arrow. Hosted by Zack and Phil. Episode recaps, news, analysis and predications are all discussed on this weekly show. Please rate us and subscribe to help more fans find our show. Learn more, contact us, and check out our other podcasts at www.southgatemediagroup.com.
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Home to the unofficial podcast about the CW’s Supernatural. Hosted by Lilith and Sophia. Episode recaps, news, analysis and predications are all discussed on this weekly show. Please rate us and subscribe to help more fans find our show. Learn more, contact us, and check out our other podcasts at www.southgatemediagroup.com.
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Home to the unofficial podcast about the MCU. That's right true believers, the Nuff Said Podcast is your new home to geek out on everything Marvel. The 'Nuff Said Podcast is a Marvel-centric show that covers Marvel comics, TV shows, and all MCU movies.
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Home to the unofficial podcast about the CW’s The Flash. Hosted by Zack and Phil. Episode recaps, news, analysis and predications are all discussed on this weekly show. Please rate us and subscribe to help more fans find our show. Learn more, contact us, and check out our other podcasts at www.southgatemediagroup.com.
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Home to the unofficial podcast about HBO’s Game of Thrones. Hosted by Zack and Rachel. Episode recaps, news, analysis and predications are all discussed on this weekly show. Please rate us and subscribe to help more fans find our show. Learn more, contact us, and check out our other podcasts at www.southgatemediagroup.com.
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What's the best podcast about Netflix’s Orange is the New Black? Of course it's the Orange Is the New Black Podcast hosted by Martha Southgate & Rob Southgate. If you're an OITNB fan, this is the podcast you've been looking for.
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Welcome to The Killing Podcast. We love The Killing and really love talking it out. Join Rob and Martha as they discuss everything that happens on each episode from the beginning. This is a show by fans. It’s all about geeking out to The Killing. Please remember to rate and subscribe on iTunes to help more fans find our show. Learn more and check out our other podcasts at www.southgatemediagroup.com.
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Home to the unofficial family podcast about the BBC’s Doctor Who. Hosted by Molly (age 7), and her parents, Martha and Rob. Episode recaps, news, analysis and predications are all discussed.
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This is the TTRPG Insider, a podcast about, you guessed it, Table Top Role Playing Games. Actually, it’s more specifically about the amazing people that create TTRPGs. For each episode, I will interview someone who is involved in making the games that we all love to play. You’ll hear worldbuilders, artists, musicians, writers, marketers, and really, anyone involved behind the scenes. And this isn’t just a promo show, talking about how great their games are. I want to hear their stories. How ...
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♥The Fan's Voice! Be Heard! The #1 Fan Connection Destination - Bridging the gap between Entertainment & Fandom with exclusive interviews & coverage of the most popular television and movies. *Also Available on iTunes!
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Splatter, Shadows, and Storytelling – A Deep Dive with Horror Author Robert Essig 👻 Episode Summary In this chilling and candid episode of Ink Blots: The Author Podcast, host Rob Southgate is joined by horror master Robert Essig, whose prolific career spans over 30 books and 120+ short stories. From his unsettling novel Disco Rice to the haunted co…
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Jeni Monroe & Tressa Slater | Monsters Lounge Podcast
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Jeni Monroe & Tressa Slater of Monsters Lounge Podcast 🗒️ Episode Summary: In this spine-tingling episode of Alley Chats, we dive into the unexplained with Jeni Monroe and Tressa Slater, co-hosts of the Monsters Lounge Podcast. With a passion for folklore, cryptids, UFOs, and all things Fortean, Jeni and Tressa bring heart, humor, and deep curiosit…
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📝 Episode Summary: In this episode of Read Between the Lines, host Molly Southgate sits down with Bryan Gruley, award-winning author and former journalist, to talk about his latest suspense novel, Bitterfrost — set to release on April 1, 2025. Bitterfrost follows Jimmy Baker, a former minor-league hockey player turned Zamboni driver in his small Mi…
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🖋️ Episode Summary: In this episode of Alley Chats, we dive into the zine scene with rising comics talent Moritz Junker, a young cartoonist and passionate self-publisher from Milwaukee. Moritz shares the origin story of his comic journey — from making zines at age 14 to becoming the artist in residence at Lion’s Tooth, Milwaukee’s alt-comic and boo…
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Entering the Mobius Mind with Andrew Najberg In this episode of Ink Blots: Author Interviews, we step across dimensions with Andrew Najberg, the author behind cerebral and chilling works like The Mobius Door, Gollitok, and The Neverborn Thief. A master of psychological and cosmic horror, Andrew’s storytelling pulls readers into strange realms where…
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Haunting the Bayou with Blaine Daigle This week on Ink Blots: Author Interviews, we step into the eerie world of Southern Gothic horror with Blaine Daigle, a Louisiana-based author whose terrifying tales are inspired by haunted plantations, cursed woodlands, and the folklore of the Deep South. A high school English teacher by day and horror writer …
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Kristal Shanahan 2025 | Books and Brews 2
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Shadows & Seasons with Kristal Shanahan On this episode of Ink Blots: Author Interviews, we welcome Kansas-based horror author Kristal Shanahan, a high school British literature teacher by day and spine-tingling storyteller by night. Kristal's debut collection, Four Seasons of Horror, dropped on March 27 and showcases her ability to weave chilling …
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J.K. Kennedy | Clumsy Beauty: Poems for Hearing the 'I Love You' in Everything
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📚 About CLUMSY BEAUTY: An enchantingly illustrated collection of poems designed to inspire and empower, Clumsy Beauty invites you to hear the "I love you" in every little moment. In an age of constant pressure to meet unattainable standards of beauty and perfection, Clumsy Beauty proclaims the joy of imperfection. Embrace your quirks, your stumbles…
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Patrick Hickey Jr. | Comics Creator, Writer, and Voice Actor
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🗒️ Episode Summary: On this episode of Alley Chats, we welcome the multi-hyphenate creative Patrick Hickey Jr. — a writer, professor, journalist, voice actor, and the driving force behind Legacy Comix. From crafting gritty indie comics like Condrey and Brooklyn Bleeds to voicing iconic characters like the Phone Guy in Five Nights at Freddy’s: Into …
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Lightning Round with R. J. Joseph We had limited time when Rhonda sat down for an interview so we created a new show called Ink Blots: Lightning Round. What we have is a shorter, fast paced interview that is a lot of fun. Rhonda will be back on Ink Blots in a couple of weeks for a full interview, but for now, enjoy her Lightning Round! Whether you'…
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Dystopia, Redemption, and the Human Spirit – A Conversation with Author John Cohn 📚 About John Cohn Jon is the award winning horror and thriller novelist behind books like Slashtag, Everything is Temporary, and the Publisher's Weekly's Book Life prize winner, The Island Mother. In addition to books, he also has over a decade experience working as a…
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Elizabeth S. Devecchi 2025 | Books and Brews 2
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From Whispered Fears to Wicked Tales – A Conversation with Elizabeth Devecchi In this chilling and thoughtful episode of Ink Blots, host Rob Southgate is joined by Elizabeth Devecchi, a rising voice in horror whose work blends atmospheric dread, literary prose, and dark imagination. Elizabeth takes us through her journey from Rhode Island roots to …
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Timewise Graphic Novel Kickstarter | Interview with Kevin Krull - Go Fund This
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Rob interviews Kevin Krull about the "Timewise" Kickstarter! Support TIMEWISE https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/guerrillapublishing/timewise ABOUT TIMEWISE Everyone always says they were an idiot when they were younger. Timewise is the story of what your younger self would say back. Ben and Emma have just started a great relationship, when thing…
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From Covers to Creeps – A Conversation with Joey Powell In this episode of Ink Blots, host Rob Southgate talks with multitalented horror creator Joey Powell — a writer, publisher, cover designer, and actor whose passion for the weird and wicked spans from bookshelves to film sets. Joey shares how his day job in tech fuels his late-night obsession w…
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Fear, Film, and Fiction – A Conversation with James Kaine This week, host Rob Southgate descends into the chilling world of horror with bestselling author, publisher, and filmmaker James Kaine. From his roots in Trenton, NJ to becoming a #1 Amazon horror author, James shares how his passion for visceral storytelling, cinema, and fear fuels his work…
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Tobi Ogundiran | At the Fount of Creation
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📚 About AT THE FOUNT OF CREATION: For four hundred years, the world’s remaining Orisha have fought to survive the rapaciousness of the soul-stealing Godkillers and the charismatic words of the singular, mysterious figure who leads them, known as the Teacher. Now they seek to kill the one person whose existence defies their very mandate. Now that As…
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Viggy Par Hampton 2025 | Books and Brews 2
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Epidemiology Meets Terror – A Conversation with Viggy Parr Hampton In this electrifying episode, host Rob Southgate sits down with the multi-talented Viggy Parr Hampton, MPH — a horror author, epidemiologist, podcast host, and digital storyteller who's redefining what it means to be a modern horror writer. Known for titles like A Cold Night for All…
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Travis Baldree | Legends & Lattes: A Novel of High Fantasy and Low Stakes
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Molly talks with Travis Baldree about his book, "Legends & Lattes". 📚 About Legends & Lattes After a lifetime of bounties and bloodshed, Viv is hanging up her sword for the last time. The battle-weary orc aims to start fresh, opening the first ever coffee shop in the city of Thune. But old and new rivals stand in the way of success — not to mention…
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Maria Devivo | Dawn of the Blood Witch and The Aestrangel Trinity
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Molly talks with Maria DeVivo about her book series, Dawn of the Blood Witch and The Aestrangel Trinity. 📖 About Maria DeVivo Maria DeVivo writes horror and dark fantasy for both a YA and adult audience. Each of her series has been Amazon best-sellers and have won multiple awards since 2012. When not writing, she teaches Language Arts and Journalis…
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Lou Kemp | The Wyvern, the Pirate, and the Madman
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Molly talks with Lou Kemp about her book, "The Wyvern, the Pirate, and the Madman". You can order Lou Kemp's books at https://4horsemenpublications.com/our-authors/lou-kemp/ Order now and use the Promo Code 4HP10 for 10% off! Support the author by ordering from the 4 Horsemen Publications directly. By ordering at www,4horsemenpublications.com, you …
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About CK Westbrook CK Westbrook is the author of the science fiction series, “The Impact Series.” CK is an environmentalist who lives and works in Washington D.C. and is a self-described old-school news junkie. Since the state of our planet and the news is bleak and depressing, CK escapes reality by creating intriguing characters in a science ficti…
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Travis Richey | The Vampires' Curse (Decimus Book 1)
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Molly talks with Travis Richey about his book, "The Vampires’ Curse (Decimus Book 1). You can purchase Travis' book here, directly from his publisher. Buying through this link means he gets more than through other sources. https://4horsemenpublications.com/product/the-vampires-curse-decimus-book-1/ 📚 About THE VAMPIRES' CURSE Since he was turned ce…
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Molly talks with Chandler Morrison about his book, "American Narcissus". 📚 About AMERICAN NARCISSUS The American dream is dead, and Los Angeles is burning. Stoned and porn-addicted surfer Baxter Kent is terrified of women and anxious to make things work with a sex robot. Acid junkie Arden Coover has a useless philosophy degree and a doomed relation…
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📚 About Disorderly Men Three gay men in pre-Stonewall New York City find their fates thrown together in the police raid of a Village bar. Roger Moorhouse is a Wall Street banker and Westchester family man with a preciously guarded secret. As the shouting begins and flashlights blaze in his face, the life he’s carefully curated over the years―a fanc…
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Connie Berry | The Shadow of Memory (A Kate Hamilton Mystery- Book 4)
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📚 About The Shadow of Memory As Kate Hamilton plans her upcoming wedding to Detective Inspector Tom Mallory, she is also assisting her colleague Ivor Tweedy with a project at the Netherfield Sanatorium, which is being converted into luxury townhouses. Kate and Ivor must appraise a fifteenth-century paintingand verify that its provenance is the Dutc…
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Brooke Hartman | All Aboard the Alaska Train
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📚 About All Aboard the Alaska Train Five shiny train cars roll down the railroad track, picking up passengers along the way—a porcupine, grizzly bear, caribou, and more. Soon the cars are packed, but now the train must go up a tall mountain. Will the Alaska Train reach its destination? All Aboard the Alaska Train takes you on a rumbling journey as …
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Joe McClean | Sins of Survivors: A Carter Brothers Novel
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🔖 About Joe Mclean: Joe McClean spent his childhood in the wetlands of South Carolina and his adolescence was baked in Phoenix, Arizona where he first discovered his love for telling stories. After studying Shakespeare in college, nepotism from a general contractor uncle in NJ, delivered the education that would keep Joe fed while chasing artistic …
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📚 About You Should Have Known When retired nurse Frannie Greene moves into a senior living apartment, she finds a compelling friendship with her new neighbor Katherine, only to discover that Katherine is married to the judge who Frannie believes is implicated in the death of her beloved granddaughter. Observing the medication cart sparks Frannie’s …
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📚 About The Monosexual: The Monosexual tells the story of Vincent Cappellini, an obsessed ultra-monogamist who struggles when his relationship with the love of his life abruptly ends. Twice-burned-once in love and once by the sun-he faces a host of challenges to his self-appointed sense of identity. Sunburn, bad sushi, a Sinatra karaoke contest, an…
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Paranormal Passion and Powerful Storytelling – A Conversation with Valerie Willis In this spellbinding episode of Ink Blots, host Rob Southgate welcomes Valerie Willis, paranormal romance and fantasy author with 4 Horsemen Publications. Known for her intricate plots, emotionally complex characters, and steamy supernatural twists, Valerie dives deep…
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Morgan Monroe and Kate Jenkins 2025 | PopCon Indy
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Rob Southgate interviews Morgan Monroe and Kate Jenkins, a writing duo from Four Horsemen Publications, about their journey and upcoming projects. Morgan and Kate met in a pirate RPG game in 2000 and have since written eight books in their "Legends of Corellia" series, with the ninth book, "Restoration and Ruin," set to release on December 6. They …
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Rob Southgate interviews Eric Deckers, a humor columnist and author, about his upcoming appearance at Indie Pop Con 2025 in Indianapolis. Eric discusses his transition from Indiana to Orlando, his 30-year career in humor writing, and his recent book deals with Four Horsemen Publications. He shares insights into his writing process, influences like …
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Magic, Mayhem, and the Writer’s Mind – A Conversation with K.N. Fitzwater This week on Ink Blots, host Rob Southgate sits down with K.N. Fitzwater, a rising voice in speculative fiction from 4 Horsemen Publications. Known for blending fantasy with real-world emotion, Fitzwater opens up about their writing journey, genre-crossing creativity, and the…
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Claws, Clues, and Clever Crimes – A Conversation with Nick Smith In this delightfully mysterious episode, host Rob Southgate sits down with Nick Smith, author of the unique and genre-blending cat noir mystery series from 4 Horsemen Publications. Nick shares how he created his feline sleuths, blended noir aesthetics with cozy mystery charm, and deve…
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In this mind-expanding episode, host Rob Southgate chats with Andy T. Hanson, science fiction author with 4 Horsemen Publications, about building futuristic worlds that feel eerily real. From his take on artificial intelligence and interstellar politics to his process for creating tension-driven narratives, Andy offers fascinating insights into the…
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Join Rob Southgate for a captivating conversation with PC Nottingham, sci-fi author with 4 Horsemen Publications, whose stories are rich with mythology, immersive worldbuilding, and emotionally complex characters. In this episode, PC pulls back the curtain on how he creates new worlds, blends classical influences with modern themes, and crafts unfo…
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