Best Tanya Depass Podcasts (2024)

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[ISBW] Unveiling the Magic of Cozy Fantasy with Stacy Sivinski 43:58

8h ago43:58

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In this episode, we welcome debut author Stacy Sivinski to discuss her new cozy fantasy novel, The Crescent Moon Tea Room. We explore the sensory elements that make her writing so immersive and the importance of sisterhood and self-discovery in her storytelling. The post [ISBW] Unveiling the Magic of Cozy Fantasy with Stacy Sivinski appeared first …

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[ISBW] Unveiling the Magic of Cozy Fantasy with Stacy Sivinski 43:58

2h ago43:58

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In this episode, we welcome debut author Stacy Sivinski to discuss her new cozy fantasy novel, The Crescent Moon Tea Room. We explore the sensory elements that make her writing so immersive and the importance of sisterhood and self-discovery in her storytelling. The post [ISBW] Unveiling the Magic of Cozy Fantasy with Stacy Sivinski appeared first …

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[ISBW] Unveiling the Magic of Cozy Fantasy with Stacy Sivinski 43:02

42m ago43:02

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S20 Ep30: In Which Mur and Stacy Sivinski Discuss Cozy Fantasy, Sensory Writing, and Sisterhood "The senses are actually connected, and the way we describe sensation and prioritize sight and sound is actually attached to social biases that need to be reconstructed." - Stacy Sivinski (This post went live for supporters on November 12, 2024. If you w…

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[ISBW] Accountability and Adventures in Writing with Cat Rambo 37:14

17d ago37:14

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Join me in welcoming author, community builder, former SFWA president, and all around awesome person Cat Rambo. We dive into Cat’s writing journey, discussing their latest series featuring intelligent spaceships and former mercenaries turned restaurateurs. Cat shares their unique approach to starting a story, the importance of accountability, and h…

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[ISBW] Accountability and Adventures in Writing with Cat Rambo 37:14

17d ago37:14

37:14

Join me in welcoming author, community builder, former SFWA president, and all around awesome person Cat Rambo. We dive into Cat’s writing journey, discussing their latest series featuring intelligent spaceships and former mercenaries turned restaurateurs. Cat shares their unique approach to starting a story, the importance of accountability, and h…

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[ISBW] Accountability and Adventures in Writing with Cat Rambo 37:15

17d ago37:15

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S20 Ep29: In Which Mur and Cat Rambo Discuss Writing, Accountability, and Intelligent Spaceships "I think that right now there are so many very interesting and original voices that can never be replicated." - Cat Rambo Join me in welcoming author, community builder, former SFWA president, and all around awesome person Cat Rambo. We dive into Cat’s …

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[ISBW] Unveiling Haunt Sweet Home with Sarah Pinsker! 41:26

24d ago41:26

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In this episode, Mur welcomes the award-winning author Sarah Pinsker to discuss her latest book, Haunt Sweet Home. They dive into the fascinating world of reality TV shows and how Sarah's unique idea of a haunted house fixer-upper series evolved from a joke to a novella. The post [ISBW] Unveiling Haunt Sweet Home with Sarah Pinsker! appeared first …

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[ISBW] Unveiling Haunt Sweet Home with Sarah Pinsker! 41:26

24d ago41:26

41:26

In this episode, Mur welcomes the award-winning author Sarah Pinsker to discuss her latest book, Haunt Sweet Home. They dive into the fascinating world of reality TV shows and how Sarah's unique idea of a haunted house fixer-upper series evolved from a joke to a novella. The post [ISBW] Unveiling Haunt Sweet Home with Sarah Pinsker! appeared first …

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[ISBW] Unveiling Haunt Sweet Home with Sarah Pinsker! 41:26

24d ago41:26

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S20 Ep28: In Which Mur and Sarah Pinsker Discuss Reality Shows, Workshops, and Writing Patience "I love the bingo card measure of success rather than the ladder of success." - Sarah Pinsker (This post went live for supporters on October 11 2024. If you want early, ad-free, and sometimes expanded episodes, support at Patreon or Substack!) In this ep…

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[ISBW] Writing Family Stories and Magical Realism with Anamely Salgado Reyes 31:55

1M ago31:55

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In this episode, I chat with Anamely Salgado Reyes about her debut novel, My Mother Cursed My Name, and the intricacies of writing magical realism. We explore the differences between magical realism and fantasy, the significance of family stories, and the emotional journey of getting published. The post [ISBW] Writing Family Stories and Magical Rea…

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[ISBW] Writing Family Stories and Magical Realism with Anamely Salgado Reyes 31:55

1M ago31:55

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In this episode, I chat with Anamely Salgado Reyes about her debut novel, My Mother Cursed My Name, and the intricacies of writing magical realism. We explore the differences between magical realism and fantasy, the significance of family stories, and the emotional journey of getting published. The post [ISBW] Writing Family Stories and Magical Rea…

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[ISBW] Writing Family Stories and Magical Realism with Anamely Salgado Reyes 31:56

1M ago31:56

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S20 Ep27: In Which Mur and Anamely Salgado Reyes Discuss Magical Realism and Writing Journeys "I write about what I know, and what I know is family." - Anamely Salgado Reyes In this episode, I chat with Anamely Salgado Reyes about her debut novel, My Mother Cursed My Name, and the intricacies of writing magical realism. We explore the differences b…

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[DD] Elephants in the Room: NaNoWriMo, Burnout, and More 45:11

1M ago45:11

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In this episode of Ditch Diggers, Mur Lafferty and Ursula Vernon dive into the gritty realities of the writing world. From the anxiety of upcoming surgeries to the chaos of travel and illness, they share their personal and professional struggles. The post [DD] Elephants in the Room: NaNoWriMo, Burnout, and More appeared first on The Murverse Mother…

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[DD] Elephants in the Room: NaNoWriMo, Burnout, and More 45:11

1M ago45:11

45:11

In this episode of Ditch Diggers, Mur Lafferty and Ursula Vernon dive into the gritty realities of the writing world. From the anxiety of upcoming surgeries to the chaos of travel and illness, they share their personal and professional struggles. The post [DD] Elephants in the Room: NaNoWriMo, Burnout, and More appeared first on The Murverse Mother…

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[ISBW] Navigating WorldCon and Writing Challenges with SB Divya 52:42

1M ago52:42

52:42

I'm delighted to welcome welcome my longtime friend, S.B. Divya, to discuss Divya’s new book, Loka. We dive into our experiences at Worldcon, the intricacies of accessibility at large conventions, and the unique challenges faced by those with disabilities. Divya shares her journey in creating a richly detailed future world for her books, explaining…

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[ISBW] Navigating WorldCon and Writing Challenges with SB Divya 52:42

1M ago52:42

52:42

I'm delighted to welcome welcome my longtime friend, S.B. Divya, to discuss Divya’s new book, Loka. We dive into our experiences at Worldcon, the intricacies of accessibility at large conventions, and the unique challenges faced by those with disabilities. Divya shares her journey in creating a richly detailed future world for her books, explaining…

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[ISBW] Navigating WorldCon and Writing Challenges with SB Divya 52:42

1M ago52:42

52:42

S20 Ep26: In Which Mur and S.B. Divya Discuss Worldcon, Accessibility, and Future Worlds NOTE- I will be doing a giveaway for signed copies of Meru and Loka on October 31, 2024! Details on how to win are inside the podcast! I'm delighted to welcome welcome my longtime friend, S.B. Divya, to discuss Divya’s new book, Loka. We dive into our experienc…

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[DD] WorldCon 2024 Debrief [AKA HOLY CRAP I HAVEN’T POSTED THIS?] 1:14:35

1M ago1:14:35

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In this episode of Ditch Diggers, Mur Lafferty and Ursula Vernon return from their adventures in Scotland and dive into the art of networking. They explore the nuances of making connections in the writing world, share tales from Worldcon, and discuss the challenges and joys of upcoming conventions. The post [DD] WorldCon 2024 Debrief [AKA HOLY CRAP…

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[DD] WorldCon 2024 Debrief [AKA HOLY CRAP I HAVEN’T POSTED THIS?] 1:14:35

1M ago1:14:35

1:14:35

In this episode of Ditch Diggers, Mur Lafferty and Ursula Vernon return from their adventures in Scotland and dive into the art of networking. They explore the nuances of making connections in the writing world, share tales from Worldcon, and discuss the challenges and joys of upcoming conventions. The post [DD] WorldCon 2024 Debrief [AKA HOLY CRAP…

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[ISBW] Exploring Shared Worlds and Translation Challenges with Wole Talabi and Sung-Il Kim

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In this special episode, Mur Lafferty returns with interviews recorded at Worldcon, featuring Wole Talabi and Sung-Il Kim. Apologies for audio issues, but I really wanted to get these to you because interviews with these writers can’t be missed. The post [ISBW] Exploring Shared Worlds and Translation Challenges with Wole Talabi and Sung-Il Kim appe…

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[ISBW] Exploring Shared Worlds and Translation Challenges with Wole Talabi and Sung-Il Kim

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In this special episode, Mur Lafferty returns with interviews recorded at Worldcon, featuring Wole Talabi and Sung-Il Kim. Apologies for audio issues, but I really wanted to get these to you because interviews with these writers can’t be missed. The post [ISBW] Exploring Shared Worlds and Translation Challenges with Wole Talabi and Sung-Il Kim appe…

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[ISBW] Exploring Shared Worlds and Translation Challenges with Wole Talabi and Sung-Il Kim 48:09

1M ago48:09

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S20 Ep25: In Which Mur Interviews Wole Talabi and Sung-Il Kim at Worldcon "Leave with more connections than you came with." - Wole Talabi In this special episode, Mur Lafferty returns with interviews recorded at Worldcon, featuring Wole Talabi and Sung-Il Kim. Apologies for audio issues, but I really wanted to get these to you because interviews wi…

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[ISBW] Tanya DePass, Writing, and Gaming, Live from WorldCon, Glasgow! 1:02:52

3M ago1:02:52

1:02:52

Join Mur as she celebrates the 19th anniversary of "I Should Be Writing" with special guest Tanya DePass, aka cypheroftyr. Tanya is a prolific writer, streamer, and game developer, known for her work in promoting diversity and inclusion in the gaming industry. In this episode, they delve into Tanya’s multifaceted career, from founding "I Need Diver…

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[ISBW] Tanya DePass, Writing, and Gaming, Live from WorldCon, Glasgow! 1:02:52

3M ago1:02:52

1:02:52

Join Mur as she celebrates the 19th anniversary of "I Should Be Writing" with special guest Tanya DePass, aka cypheroftyr. Tanya is a prolific writer, streamer, and game developer, known for her work in promoting diversity and inclusion in the gaming industry. In this episode, they delve into Tanya’s multifaceted career, from founding "I Need Diver…

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[ISBW] Celebrating ISBW's 19th Bday Live at WorldCon with Writer and Gamer, Tanya Depass! 1:01:53

3M ago1:01:53

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[Please note that this podcast is explicit with a few swear words and CW- parental death discussed.] S20 Ep24: In Which Mur and Tanya DePass Discuss Fanfic, Diversity Consulting, and Creative Journeys Recorded ON ISBW's birthday, in Glasgow, y'all. Nineteen years. I'd drop the mic, but it seems I'm committed now. I think people who turn up their no…

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[ISBW] Exploring the Post-Apocalyptic World with Waubgeshig Rice 35:50

3M ago35:50

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In this episode. Mur chats with award-winning author and journalist Waubgeshig Rice about his latest book, Moon of the Turning Leaves. They delve into the challenges and rewards of transitioning from journalism to fiction, the intricacies of writing post-apocalyptic literature, and the importance of smaller presses for budding authors. The post [IS…

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[ISBW] Exploring the Post-Apocalyptic World with Waubgeshig Rice 35:50

3M ago35:50

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In this episode. Mur chats with award-winning author and journalist Waubgeshig Rice about his latest book, Moon of the Turning Leaves. They delve into the challenges and rewards of transitioning from journalism to fiction, the intricacies of writing post-apocalyptic literature, and the importance of smaller presses for budding authors. The post [IS…

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[ISBW] Exploring the Post-Apocalyptic World with Waubgeshig Rice 35:50

3M ago35:50

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S20 Ep23: In Which Mur and Waubgeshig Rice explore post-apocalyptic worlds. It's like, ultimately, words are expendable. You just pick different ones. - Waubgeshig Rice Transcript (This post went live for supporters on August 21, 2024. If you want early, ad-free, and sometimes expanded episodes, support at Patreon or Substack!) In this episode. Mur…

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[ISBW] Debut Novels and the Writing Journey with MJ Wassmer 34:55

3M ago34:55

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Join Mur as she welcomes MJ Wassmer, author of Zero Stars Do Not Recommend, to discuss the ups and downs of debuting in the publishing world, writing speculative comedy, and the emotional rollercoaster that comes with finishing a book. MJ shares his personal journey, from working in corporate America to becoming a published author, and offers insig…

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[ISBW] 20 Years of Writing and the Apocalypse with MJ Wassmer 34:55

3M ago34:55

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S20 Ep22: In Which Mur Chats with MJ Wassmer and Discusses Debut Novels and the Writing Journey "You can't think yourself into better actions, but you can act yourself into better thoughts."- MJ Wassmer Transcript Join Mur as she welcomes MJ Wassmer, author of Zero Stars Do Not Recommend, to discuss the ups and downs of debuting in the publishing w…

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[DD] Recorded back when Mur still had a Gallbladder 43:37

4M ago43:37

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In this episode of Ditch Diggers, Mur Lafferty and Ursula Vernon dive into the gritty realities of the writing world. From the anxiety of upcoming surgeries to the chaos of travel and illness, they share their personal and professional struggles. The post [DD] Recorded back when Mur still had a Gallbladder appeared first on The Murverse Mothership.…

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[ISBW] Embracing ADHD and Crafting Timelines with Mary Pascual 42:31

4M ago42:31

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In this episode, Mur Lafferty is joined by Mary Pascual, author of Walk the Web Lightly. They dive into the challenges of writing with ADHD, the importance of mental health for writers, and the unique creative processes that come with neurodivergence. The post [ISBW] Embracing ADHD and Crafting Timelines with Mary Pascual appeared first on The Murv…

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[ISBW] Embracing ADHD and Crafting Timelines with Mary Pascual 41:32

4M ago41:32

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S20 Ep21: In Which Mur and Mary Pascual Talk Writing and Mental Health "I refuse to feel like or believe that [ADHD] is a detriment. Honestly, there are so many things about ADHD that I personally love."- Mary Pascual Transcript (This post went live for supporters on July 8, 2024. If you want early, ad-free, and sometimes expanded episodes, support…

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[ISBW] Spreadsheets, Ghosts, and the Art of Outlining with James L. Sutter 49:23

4M ago49:23

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Join Mur and guest James L. Sutter as they delve into the intricacies of the writing process, from the importance of meticulous outlining to the challenges of editing. The post [ISBW] Spreadsheets, Ghosts, and the Art of Outlining with James L. Sutter appeared first on The Murverse Mothership.By Mur Lafferty

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[ISBW] Spreadsheets, Ghosts, and the Art of Outlining with James L. Sutter 49:24

4M ago49:24

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S20 Ep20: In Which Mur and James L. Sutter Discuss Editing, Outlining, and Ghostly Romances "I think that is the beating heart of any novel, is characters changing."- James L. Sutter Transcript Join Mur and guest James L. Sutter as they delve into the intricacies of the writing process, from the importance of meticulous outlining to the challenges …

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[ISBW] Deck of Worlds: Unleashing Creativity in Fiction

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Join Mur Lafferty as she dives into a live-streamed session of world-building using the Deck of Worlds and The Story Engine. Despite a challenging week, Mur's creativity shines as she crafts unique settings and characters, from a swamp with carnivorous plants to a compromised cyborg in a cyberpunk universe. This episode is a treasure trove for writ…

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[ISBW] Deck of Worlds, Unleashing Creativity in Fiction 54:54

4M ago54:54

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S20 Ep19: In Which Mur Explores the Deck of Worlds and Story Engine "You know, if you use the word 'modified,' you can get away with anything."- Mur Transcript (This post went live for supporters on July 1, 2024. If you want early, ad-free, and sometimes expanded episodes, support at Patreon or Substack!) Join Mur Lafferty as she dives into a live-…

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[ISBW] Tarot Tales and Historical Hurdles with Susan Wands 40:47

4M ago40:47

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In this episode, Mur chats with Susan Wands, the author of High Priestess and Empress. They delve into the fascinating world of Pamela Coleman Smith, the creator of the iconic Rider-Waite tarot deck, and discuss how historical fiction blends with magical realism in Susan's Arcana Oracle series. The post [ISBW] Tarot Tales and Historical Hurdles wit…

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[ISBW] Tarot Tales and Historical Hurdles with Susan Wands 40:47

4M ago40:47

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S20 Ep18: In Which Mur Explores Tarot and Historical Fiction with Susan Wands "Action is always better than no action. You can always fix what you've done. You can't fix not getting started."- Susan Wands Transcript (This post went live for supporters on June 27, 2024. If you want early, ad-free, and sometimes expanded episodes, support at Patreon …

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[DD] Book Tours, TikTok, and Twitter Tantrums 37:59

4M ago37:59

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In this episode, Mur Lafferty and Ursula Vernon dive into the realities of book tours, the financial intricacies of publishing, and the ever-changing landscape of social media for authors. Ursula shares a retraction about the profitability of her book tour, while Mur discusses the challenges of balancing writing with personal commitments and health…

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