Best Lauren Zurchin Podcasts (2024)

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JODI MEADOWS: On inspiration, the challenges of character points of view, writing the scary stuff 1:17:26

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Today's episode is with NY Times Bestselling author Jodi Meadows! I was lucky enough to sit down with her to talk about her book Nightrender. This was recorded during covid (I had some personal things that delayed the publishing), and since the sequel Dawnbreaker is out this week, I knew it was the perfect time to publish this awesome conversation.…

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A.F. STEADMAN: Uphill publishing journeys, being brave, and bloodthirsty Unicorns! 59:26

2y ago59:26

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Link to the coloring book sale, with proceeds supporting Ukranian Refugees: https://inkfeathercollective.com/shop/A.F. Steadman, debut author of SKANDAR AND THE UNICORN THIEF, joins me today to talk about her book and her interesting publishing journey. We talk about challenges getting published, being brave, writing middle grade magical mysteries,…

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ROSEANNE A. BROWN: on taking her characters on a difficult path and the rhythm of juggling plot 44:27

2+ y ago44:27

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Check out our Patreon: www.patreon.com/inkfeatherbooksDon't miss out on any interviews with your favorite authors! sign up for our newsletter to stay up-to-date with new episodes (nothing spammy I promise!)ow.ly/MySI50uJ5Es------------------------------------------Welcome to the Ink Feather Podcast, which explores the worlds of sci-fi and fantasy b…

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Hey Atlas Creative: On running a bookish shop, community over competition, and living your truth 52:06

2+ y ago52:06

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Be sure to check out signed author swag over on our etsy store: www.etsy.com/shop/InkFeatherShopGet my fantasy coloring book or coloring post cards here: inkfeathercollective.com/shop/Check out our Patreon: www.patreon.com/inkfeatherbooksDon't miss out on any interviews with your favorite authors! sign up for our newsletter to stay up-to-date with …

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LYNETTE NONI: On Magic, Prisons and Global Exposure with her book THE PRISON HEALER 1:07:32

2+ y ago1:07:32

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Be sure to check out signed author swag over on our etsy store: www.etsy.com/shop/InkFeatherShopGet my fantasy coloring book or coloring post cards here: inkfeathercollective.com/shop/Check out our Patreon: www.patreon.com/inkfeatherbooksDon't miss out on any interviews with your favorite authors! sign up for our newsletter to stay up-to-date with …

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ALLISON SAFT- n writing her "Crimson Peak with Magic" book, DOWN COMES THE NIGHT 1:00:00

3y ago1:00:00

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Be sure to check out signed author swag over on our etsy store: www.etsy.com/shop/InkFeatherShopGet my fantasy coloring book or coloring post cards here: inkfeathercollective.com/shop/Check out our Patreon: www.patreon.com/inkfeatherbooksDon't miss out on any interviews with your favorite authors! sign up for our newsletter to stay up-to-date with …

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ADRIENNE YOUNG: on NAMESAKE and the magic of connecting with your creativity 1:05:18

3y ago1:05:18

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Be sure to check out signed author swag over on our etsy store: www.etsy.com/shop/InkFeatherShopGet my fantasy coloring book or coloring post cards here: inkfeathercollective.com/shop/Check out our Patreon: www.patreon.com/inkfeatherbooksDon't miss out on any interviews with your favorite authors! sign up for our newsletter to stay up-to-date with …

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SARAH BETH DURST: On middle-aged heroes and what happens after happily ever after 52:59

3y ago52:59

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Be sure to check out signed author swag over on our etsy store: www.etsy.com/shop/InkFeatherShopGet my fantasy coloring book or coloring post cards here: inkfeathercollective.com/shop/Check out our Patreon: www.patreon.com/inkfeatherbooksDon't miss out on any interviews with your favorite authors! sign up for our newsletter to stay up-to-date with …

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DAVID ARNOLD: Art, life and love in a post-apocalyptic world (episode 52) 1:02:47

3y ago1:02:47

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Enter to win a copy of the book (US only, through February 24th 2021): http://www.rafflecopter.com/rafl/display/4d4a56e821/?Be sure to check out signed author swag over on our etsy store: www.etsy.com/shop/InkFeatherShopGet my fantasy coloring book or coloring post cards here: inkfeathercollective.com/shop/Check out our Patreon: www.patreon.com/ink…

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ADALYN GRACE: On Sequels, Badass Women, and Picking Up the Pieces 55:29

3y ago55:29

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Be sure to check out signed author swag over on our etsy store: www.etsy.com/shop/InkFeatherShopGet my fantasy coloring book or coloring post cards here: inkfeathercollective.com/shop/Check out our Patreon: www.patreon.com/inkfeatherbooksDon't miss out on any interviews with your favorite authors! sign up for our newsletter to stay up-to-date with …

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ELLIE CYPHER: On writing a magical True Grit story about vengeance, sisterhood and hope (episode 50) 43:28

3y ago43:28

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Be sure to check out signed author swag over on our etsy store: www.etsy.com/shop/InkFeatherShopGet my fantasy coloring book or coloring post cards here: inkfeathercollective.com/shop/Check out our Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/inkfeatherbooksDon't miss out on any interviews with your favorite authors! sign up for our newsletter to stay up-to-da…

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A.K. WILDER: YA fantasy, magic systems, and being a creator for life 50:02

3y ago50:02

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Enter the international giveaway here: http://ow.ly/ZGcs50Dl96QGet my fantasy coloring book or coloring post cards here: inkfeathercollective.com/shop/Don't miss out on any interviews with your favorite authors! sign up for our newsletter to stay up-to-date with new episodes (nothing spammy I promise!)ow.ly/MySI50uJ5EsBe sure to check out signed au…

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KASS MORGAN & DANIELLE PAIGE: Sorority witches, magic, and collaborating together! 48:48

3+ y ago48:48

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Be sure to check out signed author swag over on our etsy store: www.etsy.com/shop/InkFeatherShopGet my fantasy coloring book or coloring post cards here: inkfeathercollective.com/shop/Don't miss out on any interviews with your favorite authors! sign up for our newsletter to stay up-to-date with new episodes (nothing spammy I promise!)ow.ly/MySI50uJ…

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JIM BUTCHER: The Dresden Files, Harry, and What's Next 30:56

3+ y ago30:56

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Be sure to check out signed author swag over on our etsy store (Including Jim!): www.etsy.com/shop/InkFeatherShopGet my fantasy coloring book or coloring post cards here: inkfeathercollective.com/shop/Don't miss out on any interviews with your favorite authors! sign up for our newsletter to stay up-to-date with new episodes (nothing spammy I promis…

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V.E. SCHWAB: On Addie LaRue and finally creating that heart project 51:13

3+ y ago51:13

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Get my fantasy coloring book or coloring post cards here: https://inkfeathercollective.com/shop/Don't miss out on any interviews with your favorite authors! sign up for our newsletter to stay up-to-date with new episodes (nothing spammy I promise!)ow.ly/MySI50uJ5Es------------------------------------------Welcome to the Ink Feather Podcast, which e…

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CHRISTOPHER PAOLINI: Part two of our interview on To Sleep in a Sea of Stars (warning: spoilers!) 29:41

3+ y ago29:41

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Be sure to check out signed author swag over on our etsy store (Including Christopher!): www.etsy.com/shop/InkFeatherShopDon't miss out on any interviews with your favorite authors! sign up for our newsletter to stay up-to-date with new episodes (nothing spammy I promise!)ow.ly/MySI50uJ5Es------------------------------------------Welcome to the Ink…

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CHRISTOPHER PAOLINI: The creation of his new book To Sleep in a Sea of Stars Part one spoiler Free!) 36:02

3+ y ago36:02

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Be sure to check out signed author swag over on our etsy store (Including Christopher!): www.etsy.com/shop/InkFeatherShopDon't miss out on any interviews with your favorite authors! sign up for our newsletter to stay up-to-date with new episodes (nothing spammy I promise!)ow.ly/MySI50uJ5Es------------------------------------------Welcome to the Ink…

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MARGARET OWEN: Plague, politics, and prejudice (ep.43) 1:00:28

3+ y ago1:00:28

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Be sure to check out signed author swag over on our etsy store: www.etsy.com/shop/InkFeatherShopDon't miss out on any interviews with your favorite authors! sign up for our newsletter to stay up-to-date with new episodes (nothing spammy I promise!)ow.ly/MySI50uJ5Es------------------------------------------Welcome to the Ink Feather Podcast, which e…

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MARISSA MEYER- On reissues, her new podcast, INSTANT KARMA, writing, and more! 49:38

4y ago49:38

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Be sure to check out signed author swag over on our etsy store: www.etsy.com/shop/InkFeatherShopDon't miss out on any interviews with your favorite authors! sign up for our newsletter to stay up-to-date with new episodes (nothing spammy I promise!)ow.ly/MySI50uJ5Es------------------------------------------Welcome to the Ink Feather Podcast, which e…

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ZORAIDA CORDOVA: Fantasy, writing process, magic systems, and more! 46:48

4y ago46:48

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Be sure to check out signed author swag over on our etsy store: www.etsy.com/shop/InkFeatherShopDon't miss out on any interviews with your favorite authors! sign up for our newsletter to stay up-to-date with new episodes (nothing spammy I promise!)ow.ly/MySI50uJ5Es------------------------------------------Welcome to the Ink Feather Podcast, which e…

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SARA HOLLAND: writing contemporary fantasy, plotting, and surviving the quarantine! 52:33

4y ago52:33

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Be sure to check out signed author swag over on our etsy store: www.etsy.com/shop/InkFeatherShopDon't miss out on any interviews with your favorite authors! sign up for our newsletter to stay up-to-date with new episodes (nothing spammy I promise!)ow.ly/MySI50uJ5Es------------------------------------------Welcome to the Ink Feather Podcast, which e…

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BOOKSTAGRAM 102: Tips and behind the scenes insight from bookstagrammer Amanda the Bookish 37:43

4y ago37:43

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Be sure to check out signed author swag over on our etsy store: www.etsy.com/shop/InkFeatherShopDon't miss out on any interviews with your favorite authors! sign up for our newsletter to stay up-to-date with new episodes (nothing spammy I promise!)ow.ly/MySI50uJ5Es------------------------------------------Welcome to the Ink Feather Podcast, which e…

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PATRICIA BRIGGS: writing an ongoing series, and ending books with emotional satisfaction 1:16:53

4y ago1:16:53

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By Lauren Zurchin, fantasy and scifi author interviews!

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CASSANDRA CLARE: CHAIN OF GOLD, connecting with fans, and filling up the creative gas tank! 1:12:45

4y ago1:12:45

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By Lauren Zurchin, fantasy and scifi author interviews!

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THE DARK IS RISING: Amie Kaufman and Garth Nix discuss with me this beloved series by Susan Cooper 1:00:43

4y ago1:00:43

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By Lauren Zurchin, fantasy and scifi author interviews!

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ADAM SILVERA- On writing fantasy, streamlining plot, mental health, and more! 59:42

4+ y ago59:42

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By Lauren Zurchin, fantasy and scifi author interviews!

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SUSAN DENNARD: On hope, work-life balance, and writing tips galore! 54:42

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By Lauren Zurchin, fantasy and scifi author interviews!

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GARTH NIX: Angel magic, equality, and inspiration from curiosity 56:37

4+ y ago56:37

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Please support our Patreon! www.patreon.com/inkfeatherbooksAnd, be sure to check out signed author swag from Garth Nix and many other fantasy authors over on our etsy store: https://www.etsy.com/shop/InkFeatherShopDon't miss out on any interviews with your favorite authors! sign up for our newsletter to stay up-to-date with new episodes (nothing sp…

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LEIGH BARDUGO: Ninth House, Netflix, and needing to be real 1:06:15

4+ y ago1:06:15

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Please support our Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/inkfeatherbooksDon't miss out on any interviews with your favorite authors! sign up for our newsletter to stay up-to-date with new episodes (nothing spammy I promise!)ow.ly/MySI50uJ5Es------------------------------------------Welcome to the Ink Feather Podcast, which explores the worlds of sci-fi …

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KATY ROSE POOL: Multiple POVs, long-term editing, magic with soul, and more! 43:37

4+ y ago43:37

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Please support our Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/inkfeatherbooksDon't miss out on any interviews with your favorite authors! sign up for our newsletter to stay up-to-date with new episodes (nothing spammy I promise!)ow.ly/MySI50uJ5Es------------------------------------------Welcome to the Ink Feather Podcast, which explores the worlds of sci-fi …

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JEN AZANTIAN: How she launched her lit agency and tips for writers on getting an agent 47:06

4+ y ago47:06

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Don't miss out on any interviews with your favorite authors! sign up for our newsletter to stay up-to-date with new episodes (nothing spammy I promise!)ow.ly/MySI50uJ5Es------------------------------------------In episode 30 I chat with Literary Agent Jen Azantian! We chat about the growing pains of starting an agency and the learning curve (she ha…

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ROSHANI CHOKSHI: On writing middle grade, creative balance, and proving yourself 54:30

5y ago54:30

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Don't miss out on any interviews with your favorite authors! sign up for our newsletter to stay up-to-date with new episodes (nothing spammy I promise!)http://ow.ly/MySI50uJ5Es------------------------------------------In episode 29 I chat with best-selling author Roshani Chokshi! We chat about how her Aru Shah story became the first book in Rick Ri…

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AMIE KAUFMAN & JAY KRISTOFF: writing, being vulnerable, and their new book AURORA RISING 50:38

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Don't miss out on any interviews with your favorite authors! sign up for our weekly newsletter to stay up-to-date with new episodes (nothing spammy I promise!)http://ow.ly/MySI50uJ5Es------------------------------------------In episode 28 I talk with Amie Kaufman and Jay Kristoff on their upcoming new scifi book, AURORA RISING! A good chunk of this…

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EMILY A. DUNCAN: on creating her dark gothic fantasy WICKED SAINTS 37:33

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Don't miss out on any interviews with your favorite authors! sign up for our weekly newsletter to stay up-to-date with new episodes (nothing spammy I promise!)http://ow.ly/MySI50uJ5Es------------------------------------------In episode 27 I talk WICKED SAINTS with author Emily A. Duncan! We delve into what it was like creating a dark Gothic fantasy…

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SAMANTHA SHANNON: on writing a stand-alone, dragon myth, religion and storytelling, and more! 36:50

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Don't miss out on any interviews with your favorite authors! sign up for our weekly newsletter to stay up-to-date with new episodes (nothing spammy I promise!)http://ow.ly/MySI50uJ5Es------------------------------------------On episode 26 I talked with author Samantha Shannon about her new epic fantasy standalone THE PRIORY OF THE ORANGE TREE. We d…

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TRICIA LEVENSELLER: coping with burnout, writing monsters from scratch, strong women, and more! 34:17

5y ago34:17

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Don't miss out on any interviews with your favorite authors! sign up for our weekly newsletter to stay up-to-date with new episodes (nothing spammy I promise!)http://ow.ly/MySI50uJ5Es------------------------------------------Episode 25: Tricia Levenseller! How do you handle burnout? I talk to today's guest Tricia Levenseller on how she deals with w…

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NICKI PAU PRETO: Clearing up mental space to write, beloved tropes, and balancing darkness and light 42:00

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Don't miss out on any interviews with your favorite authors! sign up for our weekly newsletter to stay up-to-date with new episodes (nothing spammy I promise!)http://ow.ly/MySI50uJ5Es------------------------------------------On episode 24 I chat with author Nicki Pau Preto about her new book CROWN OF FEATHERS. We chat in length about her road to pu…

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LEIFE SHALLCROSS: On Being a romantic, writing from the Beast's point of view, and more! 41:36

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Don't miss out on any interviews with your favorite authors! sign up for our weekly newsletter to stay up-to-date with new episodes (nothing spammy I promise!)http://ow.ly/MySI50uJ5Es------------------------------------------In episode 23, the valentine's episode, we talk with author Leife Shallcross about her re-telling of Beauty and the Beast fro…

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BRIGID KEMMERER: on chasing the dream, inspiring people, and Crossfit! 47:05

5y ago47:05

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Don't miss out on any interviews with your favorite authors! sign up for our weekly newsletter to stay up-to-date with new episodes (nothing spammy I promise!)http://ow.ly/MySI50uJ5Es------------------------------------------Episode 22: Brigid Kemmerer! Have you ever been on the fence about pursuing your dream? Are you worried you'll wake up one da…

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S.A. CHAKRABORTY: On writing morally gray areas... and more! 40:37

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Don't miss out on any interviews with your favorite authors! sign up for our weekly newsletter to stay up-to-date with new episodes (nothing spammy I promise!)http://ow.ly/MySI50uJ5Es------------------------------------------Episode 21: S.A. Chakraborty! Morally gray villains. Loyalty. Choosing what is right vs what is easy. Making impossible choic…

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A. C. GAUGHEN: Strong female characters and non-traditional love triangles 55:36

5+ y ago55:36

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Don't miss out on any interviews with your favorite authors! sign up for our weekly newsletter to stay up-to-date with new episodes (nothing spammy I promise!)http://ow.ly/MySI50uJ5Es------------------------------------------In episode 20 I’m interviewing author A.C. Gaughen about her elementae books, the first one, reign the earth, came out last y…

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AMIE KAUFMAN & MEAGAN SPOONER: Writing 'Indiana Jones and Lara Croft in space' 46:18

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Don't miss out on any interviews with your favorite authors! sign up for our weekly newsletter to stay up-to-date with new episodes (nothing spammy I promise!)http://ow.ly/MySI50uJ5Es------------------------------------------In episode 19 I interview bestselling authors Amie Kaufman and Meagan Spooner on their new sci-fi duology, UNEARTHED and UNDY…

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CHRISTOPHER PAOLINI: On sequels, short stories, and co-writing 46:18

5+ y ago46:18

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Don't miss out on any interviews with your favorite authors! sign up for our weekly newsletter to stay up-to-date with new episodes (nothing spammy I promise!)http://ow.ly/MySI50uJ5Es------------------------------------------For this episode I got to interview author Christopher Paolini on his new release, THE FORK, THE WITCH, AND THE WORM, a shot …

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HOLIDAY SHOPPING GUIDE (Featuring Sara from Novel Novice!) 35:15

5+ y ago35:15

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Don't miss out on any interviews with your favorite authors! sign up for our weekly newsletter to stay up-to-date with new episodes (nothing spammy I promise!)http://ow.ly/MySI50uJ5Es------------------------------------------Happy holidays! We know it's the time to shop for friends and family, and we have put together an awesome book-inspired guide…

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TASHA SURI: Culture clash, dance as magic, and inspiration from India 35:23

5+ y ago35:23

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Don't miss out on any interviews with your favorite authors! sign up for our weekly newsletter to stay up-to-date with new episodes (nothing spammy I promise!)http://ow.ly/MySI50uJ5Es------------------------------------------In episode 16 I had the pleasure of chatting with Tasha Suri about her debut fantasy EMPIRE OF SAND. It's an awesome epic fan…

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LIVIA BLACKBURNE: creating characters with trauma, finishing a series, and more! 26:59

5+ y ago26:59

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Don't miss out on any interviews with your favorite authors! sign up for our weekly newsletter to stay up-to-date with new episodes (nothing spammy I promise!)http://ow.ly/MySI50uJ5Es------------------------------------------What if a healer becomes ill with terminal illness, her touch instead of healing kills, what if soldier captured tortured and…

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JULIE KAGAWA: pulling from Japanese myth and being inspired by anime 29:24

5+ y ago29:24

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Don't miss out on any interviews with your favorite authors! sign up for our weekly newsletter to stay up-to-date with new episodes (nothing spammy I promise!)http://ow.ly/MySI50uJ5Es------------------------------------------Hey guys, Lauren here, and today I want you to think about how you would define an ideal YA fantasy. What elements would you …

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RENA ROSSNER: Melding fairytale magic and family history, discovering ourselves, and more! 31:52

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Don't miss out on any interviews with your favorite authors! sign up for our weekly newsletter to stay up-to-date with new episodes (nothing spammy I promise!)http://ow.ly/MySI50uJ5Es------------------------------------------In episode 13 I chat with agent turned author Rena Rossner on her debut fantasy novel, THE SISTERS OF THE WINTER WOOD. We dis…

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SEANAN MCGUIRE: doing mental damage to beloved characters, how we define family, and more! 43:30

5+ y ago43:30

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Don't miss out on any interviews with your favorite authors! sign up for our weekly newsletter to stay up-to-date with new episodes (nothing spammy I promise!)http://ow.ly/MySI50uJ5Es------------------------------------------In episode 12 I chat with New York Times bestselling author Seanan McGuire about her newest October Daye book, NIGHT AND SILE…

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NATALIE C. PARKER $ TESSA GRATTON: Throwback interview! 32:10

5+ y ago32:10

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Don't miss out on any interviews with your favorite authors! sign up for our weekly newsletter to stay up-to-date with new episodes (nothing spammy I promise!)http://ow.ly/MySI50uJ5Es------------------------------------------In episode 11, I'm throwing it back to an interview from SDCC 2014 with authors Natalie C. Parker and Tessa Gratton. Both Nat…

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