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An investigative podcast hosted by world-renowned literary critic and publishing insider Bethanne Patrick. Book bans are on the rise across America. With the rise of social media, book publishers are losing their power as the industry gatekeepers. More and more celebrities and influencers are publishing books with ghostwriters. Writing communities are splintering because members are at cross purposes about their mission. Missing Pages is an investigative podcast about the book publishing ind ...
Long ago in a hidden kingdom, Mtilan the Unborn King pledges his life to Legion, the fallen spirit from beyond the veil of time. Learning dark and forbidden magic, the new sorcerer gains both immortality and incredible power— but sacrifices his soul. Over a millennium later, siblings Pekra and Lely reluctantly journey with their father’s killer across their island of peril. They seek the mythical cottonwood tree, the first child of their god Ura, hoping to defend its sacred life from both Mt ...
Welcome to the greatest show in the multiverse! Fasten your seat belts for a rocketship ride to Altair City Spaceport's Rusty Rocket Tavern, where I discuss science fiction, fantasy, and horror books, comics, movies, TV, games, and toys. Powered by alien technology, eldritch abilities, and caffeinated beverages, since a summer night in 2012 fuelled by two double gin and tonics. My other podcasts: WIZARD Classic Doctor Who https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/id1781322439, WIZARD Hammer Hous ...
Ryan Jennings ran from the horrors of Crayton 18 years ago. Now is is coming back to face his greatest fears and search for answers. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Read along with the Sword and Laser book club! From classic science fiction to the latest gritty fantasy, we cover it. Subscribe for book discussions, author interviews, hot releases, and news from the genre fiction world!
Edited by Wendy N. Wagner, NIGHTMARE is a critically-acclaimed digital magazine of horror and dark fantasy. In its pages, you will find all kinds of horror and dark fantasy, from zombie stories and haunted house tales, to visceral psychological horror. Every month NIGHTMARE will bring you a mix of original short stories and flash fiction, and featuring a variety of authors: from the bestsellers and award-winners you already know to the best new voices you haven't heard of yet. When you read ...
"I should be writing" is what people say, but they rarely do it. This podcast is designed to help you get past those blocks, whether it's what your teacher told you when you were a kid, to being totally sure you'll never be as good as (FAV AUTHOR) so you might as well quit.
Edited by bestselling anthologist John Joseph Adams, LIGHTSPEED is a Hugo Award-winning, critically-acclaimed digital magazine. In its pages, you'll find science fiction from near-future stories and sociological SF to far-future, star-spanning SF. Plus there's fantasy from epic sword-and-sorcery and contemporary urban tales to magical realism, science-fantasy, and folk tales. Each month, LIGHTSPEED brings you a mix of original short stories and flash fiction featuring a variety of authors, f ...
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"But it makes a lot of sense especially when you think about how traditional healers and shamans have worked, they haven't felt that separation from nature like Western medics do. And so to rely on the knowledge of other species actually makes a lot of sense. It's probably a lot more than we know at the moment." - Jaap de Roode Jaap de Roode is a biology professor at Emory University, and he is the author of an astonishing new book called Doctors by Nature How Ants, Apes, and Other Animals Heal Themselves . I say astonishing because I had no idea about so much of what he explores in his book. It never occured to me to consider that other species use medicine and have been healing themselves forever. Jaap tells stories of animals across nature, from bumblebees to chimpanzees, how they use plants and natural substances to treat infections, to ward off parasites, to self-medicate. There's so much that we have learned from them, and there's so much more that we still can.…
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We talk about jargon, using onomotopoeic words, and K.M. unleashes the true power of the Star Wars rant.
Content provided by Kyell Gold and K.M. Hirosaki. All podcast content including episodes, graphics, and podcast descriptions are uploaded and provided directly by Kyell Gold and K.M. Hirosaki or their podcast platform partner. If you believe someone is using your copyrighted work without your permission, you can follow the process outlined here https://player.fm/legal.
We talk about jargon, using onomotopoeic words, and K.M. unleashes the true power of the Star Wars rant.
In Unsheathed 109, Kyell Gold, K. M. Hirosaki, Kit Silver, and guest Jakebe revisit episode 009, reflecting on the evolution of their podcast, writing processes, and the Furry fandom. Highlights include a playful gift exchange, insights on being bilingual and it's impact on writing, and a discussion of anthropomorphic character traits and their use in storytelling. They revisit listener questions on plotting versus freeform writing and whether furry writing risks losing classical animal archetypes. The episode also delves into industry trends, including challenges for small presses in the fandom and advice for submitting to publishers. Jakebe shares slush pile experiences and stresses the importance of originality in anthology submissions.…
In Unsheathed episode 108, hosts Kyell Gold, K. M. Hirosaki, and Kit Silver revisit questions from episode 008, share writing advice and updates on current projects, including the Dude, Where's My Pack? audiobook releases. They discuss tips on overcoming writer’s block through creative stimulation and how to incorporate animal expressions like ear and tail movements in writing. The hosts also talk about the logistics of commissioning artwork for novels, emphasizing building long-term relationships with artists in the furry community.…
In Unsheathed episode 107, hosts Kyell Gold and K. M. Hirosaki revisit questions from episode 007. They discuss handling embarrassing early writing, with advice to learn from past work and focus on improvement. The team talks about creating characters to fit specific roles, emphasizing the importance of backstory and motivations. They also review common pet peeves in furry writing, such as overusing furry-specific slang and neglecting species traits in stories. Additionally, they touch on how writing about younger characters or using contemporary slang can present challenges for older writers. The conversation is a mix of thoughtful insights and playful banter, highlighting the ongoing journey of improving writing craft.…
In this episode of Unsheathed, the hosts revisit questions from episode #006 and provide fresh insights, with special guest Not Tube rejoining the conversation. The episode dives into the challenges of writing, editing, and crafting stories in Furry worlds. They discuss whether writers naturally hate their own work, the balance between "swooping" and "bashing" in the creative process, and tips for knowing when to stop editing. The team also shares updates on their latest projects, upcoming book releases, and connecting with folks at the Unsheathed Community at the Sofawolf Academy.…
Kyell Gold, K. M. Hirosaki, and Kit Silver discuss their experiences at 2024 San Diego Comic-Con, the challenges of balancing writing with life. Revisiting questions from episode 005, they discuss how they've navigated using pen names in their careers, and how they approach religion in their works. The conversation also delves into how societal attitudes towards queer content and taboo topics have evolved.…
Kyell, K. M., and Kit discuss their recent AnthroCon experiences, Kyell's new book "Squeak Thief," and the launch of Sofawolf Academy for Furry storytellers. Revisiting questions from episode 004, they offer advice on getting work critiqued, using punctuation for clarity and readability, and the role of editors.…
Kyell Gold and K. M. discuss their experiences from recent conventions, including Rocky Mountain Fur Con, and share insights on writing and editing. They address questions on how to get one's work critiqued, the use of punctuation in writing, the balance between thought coherency and readability, and the role of editors in the writing process.…
Kyell, K. M., and Kit reflect on episode 003 from August 2009, noting the changes and growth in their podcast and writing over the years. They discuss the challenges of forming and maintaining a writing workshop, the importance of knowing your audience, and the initial embarrassment of writing erotica.…
Kyell and K. M. discuss their experiences and techniques in writing erotic furry fiction, focusing on exercises to improve specific aspects of writing such as dialogue and descriptions. They offer advice on starting and participating in writing workshops, and reflect on the initial embarrassment of writing explicit content.…
Kit, Kyell, and K.M. take a reflective journey back to Unsheathed Episode 002. They revisit and re-answer listener questions about the ideal story length, overcoming the fear of a blank screen, and balancing personal style with client specifications in commissioned writing.
In this episode, Kyell Gold and K.M. Hirosaki discuss handling the fear of the blank screen, the importance of editing, and the appropriate length for stories.
Kit, Kyell and K. M. reflect on the 15-year anniversary of the Unsheathed Podcast. They discuss changes in online communication, their writing careers, and the evolution of Furry fandom publications.
Recorded in July, 2009. In this episode, K. M. talks about his recent experience at Anthrocon. K. M. and Kyell discuss their current writing projects, and touch on the evolving landscape of furry literature and its growing popularity.
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An investigative podcast hosted by world-renowned literary critic and publishing insider Bethanne Patrick. Book bans are on the rise across America. With the rise of social media, book publishers are losing their power as the industry gatekeepers. More and more celebrities and influencers are publishing books with ghostwriters. Writing communities are splintering because members are at cross purposes about their mission. Missing Pages is an investigative podcast about the book publishing ind ...
Long ago in a hidden kingdom, Mtilan the Unborn King pledges his life to Legion, the fallen spirit from beyond the veil of time. Learning dark and forbidden magic, the new sorcerer gains both immortality and incredible power— but sacrifices his soul. Over a millennium later, siblings Pekra and Lely reluctantly journey with their father’s killer across their island of peril. They seek the mythical cottonwood tree, the first child of their god Ura, hoping to defend its sacred life from both Mt ...
Welcome to the greatest show in the multiverse! Fasten your seat belts for a rocketship ride to Altair City Spaceport's Rusty Rocket Tavern, where I discuss science fiction, fantasy, and horror books, comics, movies, TV, games, and toys. Powered by alien technology, eldritch abilities, and caffeinated beverages, since a summer night in 2012 fuelled by two double gin and tonics. My other podcasts: WIZARD Classic Doctor Who https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/id1781322439, WIZARD Hammer Hous ...
Ryan Jennings ran from the horrors of Crayton 18 years ago. Now is is coming back to face his greatest fears and search for answers. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Read along with the Sword and Laser book club! From classic science fiction to the latest gritty fantasy, we cover it. Subscribe for book discussions, author interviews, hot releases, and news from the genre fiction world!
Edited by Wendy N. Wagner, NIGHTMARE is a critically-acclaimed digital magazine of horror and dark fantasy. In its pages, you will find all kinds of horror and dark fantasy, from zombie stories and haunted house tales, to visceral psychological horror. Every month NIGHTMARE will bring you a mix of original short stories and flash fiction, and featuring a variety of authors: from the bestsellers and award-winners you already know to the best new voices you haven't heard of yet. When you read ...
"I should be writing" is what people say, but they rarely do it. This podcast is designed to help you get past those blocks, whether it's what your teacher told you when you were a kid, to being totally sure you'll never be as good as (FAV AUTHOR) so you might as well quit.
Edited by bestselling anthologist John Joseph Adams, LIGHTSPEED is a Hugo Award-winning, critically-acclaimed digital magazine. In its pages, you'll find science fiction from near-future stories and sociological SF to far-future, star-spanning SF. Plus there's fantasy from epic sword-and-sorcery and contemporary urban tales to magical realism, science-fantasy, and folk tales. Each month, LIGHTSPEED brings you a mix of original short stories and flash fiction featuring a variety of authors, f ...