For fans of the words, worlds, and weirdness of author and podcast Bob McGough. Featuring anecdotes, readings, and behind the scenes glances of what it takes to be Bob, and run the Tales by Bob Empire.
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In Books, Beards, Booze co-hosts Bob and Derek talk books, drink booze, and have beards. Each episode they chat about literary news, discuss what they are reading, debate various topics, and periodically do a deep dive on a short story.
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Welcome to Southern Fried Fantasy, a podcast for readers and writers, where southern authors talk about books set in the region they call home. Book lovers beware, your TBR pile is about to get taller than high cotton.
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There are a lot of fans out there, but how did they, and more importantly, how can you, turn your passion into something creative? Join us each week as we meet fans who have moved from being consumers to creators. If your interests spring from speculative fiction and related fandoms, join us; whether you’re a model builder, cosplayer, artist, writer, fan-publisher, or club organizer, you’ll find something of interest with The Halfling and the Spaceman!
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Bob McGough, Author and Game Designer
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We were excited to talk with Bob McGough. Bob is an author, podcaster, and indie tabletop game. He is best known as the author of his ‘Rural’ Urban Fantasy series, the Jubal County Saga. He’s also, in his own words…a hot mess! This was a lot of fun References and Links: https://talesbybob.com/ https://beardedbardinkworks.com/…
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Alex Kingsley, Author, Game Designer, and Stand-Up Comic
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We got to have Alex Kingsley with us! Alex is a writer, comedian, and game designer. They are also a co-founder of Strong Branch Productions. Fun conversation! References and Links: https:/alexjkingsley.org https://alexyquest.itch.io/ https://strongbranchproductions.com https://www.spacewizardsciencefantasy.com/book/empress-of-dust Music in this ep…
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We had a great time talking with Sci/Fi Fantasy author and woodworker, Ben Meeks. The Keeper Chronicles is his first series. It’s an urban fantasy series about a were otter! References and Links: https://www.chiselandquill.com/ --- Music in this episode: Fluidscape by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https…
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Priya Sridhar, Author
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We had a chat with Priya Sridhar, a fantasy/science fiction author who’s written several books and short stories, including her Powered series. Among other topics, she talks about how her cultural heritage as an Indian-American has worked its way into her writing References and Links: https://www.priyajsridhar.com/ https://bsky.app/profile/priyajsr…
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Lisa Hodorovych, Author and Publishing Consultant
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We had a great time talking with author Lisa Hodorovych. She mainly writes suspense/thriller type stories with romance and comedy mixed in. She also has her own small publication production company, Quoth the Writer. --- Music in this episode: Fluidscape by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creative…
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Nikole McDonald-Jones, Artists and Author
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Today we talk with Nikole McDonald-Jones. Spooni, as the art world knows her, is ½ Rocket Scientist, ½ Graphic Designer & ½ Illustrator. We had to find out what that’s all about! References and Links: https://studionini.carrd.co/ --- Music in this episode: Fluidscape by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. htt…
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J. Alexander Cohen, Author and Editor
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We were excited to talk with author J. Alexander Cohen. He is a novelist, and writer of cozy and cozy-adjacent gay fantasy novels. His latest book Talio’s Codex is out now, published by Space Wizard Science Fantasy. References and Links: https://www.jalexandercohen.com/ https://www.spacewizardsciencefantasy.com/book/talio's-codex --- Music in this …
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It was great fun getting to talk with one of the guests of honor at ConGregate…Sherrilyn Keyon! She’s a NY bestselling, probably best known for her Dark Hunter series universe. Check it out, and later you can check out the YouTube video! --- Music in this episode: Fluidscape by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 lice…
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Roosevelt Pitt, Comics Publisher and Writer
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Today we meet Roosevelt Pitt of Amara Entertainment. Amara Entertainment produces and distributes ethic superhero comics to fill the void left by a lack of positive African American heroes in the mainstream marketplace. He's also written children's books, graphic novels, and movie scripts. References and Links: https://www.indiegogo.com/projects/pu…
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Yamil Camacho, Game Designer
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Today we're talking with Yamil Camacho. He is the co-lead for the Gongfarmer's Almanac, a community fanzine for all things related to Goodman Games Dungeon Crawl Classics RPG and a contributing editor for Orthane Productions. References and Links: https://joseyamil.com/ https://www.instagram.com/jyamilwrites/ --- Music in this episode: Fluidscape b…
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Bill Blume, Author
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Fun conversation with Bill Blume. His latest book West of the Apocalypse is available from Time Killer Publishers. He’s written other sci/fi and fantasy books and short stories including one titled The Big Sneeze, which is a comic police procedural with dragons. References and Links: https://www.billblume.net/ https://www.instagram.com/billblume/ h…
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Wendy S. Delmater, Author and Editor of Abyss and Apex Magazine
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Meet Wendy S. Delmater the editor of the acclaimed science fiction magazine "Abyss and Apex." She's a professional editor of science fiction and fantasy novels and short stores, she's also authored her own short fiction and poetry as well as non-fiction works such as "Confessions of a Female Safety Engineer". References and Links: https://wendysdel…
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"His Beard Was Not That Weird In The Picture."
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This episode the gang talk all manner of news, then discuss A Matter of Trust by Angela Boord. This Season our Short Read, Tall Glass Book Club is tackling The Alchemy of Sorrow: A Fantasy & Sci-Fi Anthology of Grief & Hope. To get it in print or ebook: https://www.amazon.com/Alchemy-Sorrow-Fantasy-Sci-Fi-Anthology-ebook/dp/B0B4VVQPYY To get it in …
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Lydia and David Sherrer, Author / Game Designer Chenoweth Press / Games.
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Meet David and Lydia Sherrer! David Sherrer is Marketing Director and Lead Game Designer of Chenoweth Press. Chenoweth Press LLC is an independent publisher of books and games written by Lydia and David Sherrer. Its products include award-winning and best-selling novels as well as popular indie game Cat Magic: Lydia is the Award-winning and USA Tod…
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Rob Howell, Author and Publisher
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Meet Rob Howell, best-selling creator of the Shijuren fantasy setting and an author in the Four Horsemen Universe. He writes primarily high fantasy, space opera, military science fiction, and alternate history, usually with mystery mixed into it all. References and Links: https://robhowell.org/blog/ https://firehallsagas.com/tiki-index.php https://…
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"I Picked Hemingway To ****"
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The gang get wild with it, by playing FMK using book related topics. We'd apologize...but it actually turned out pretty damn fun.Kirjoittanut Bob McGough
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Christopher Clouser, Author
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Meet author Chris Clouser. He's written sixteen books and one play, all covering fantasy, science-fiction, mystery, and sports history while contributing to several compilations, along with multiple articles in national publications! How did he get from writing about sports to writing fantasy, sci-fi, and mysteries? References and Links: https://cl…
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Terreal Brown, Weaver's Circle
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Meet Terreal Brown of Weavers Circle. Straight from their website "Imagine a world where everyone feels like they belong because communities encourage social connection by playing with stories." What an awesome concept! References and Links: https://www.weaverscircle.com/ --- Music in this episode: Fluidscape by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Cr…
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"It Was The Single Best News Segment We've Ever Done."
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The gang discussed all sorts of cool news...but you don't get to hear it! Then they discuss The second Short Read of the Season! Come along as the gang talks about Skies on Fire by Sonya M. Black! This Season our Short Read, Tall Glass Book Club is tackling The Alchemy of Sorrow: A Fantasy & Sci-Fi Anthology of Grief & Hope. To get it in print or e…
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Meet Jo author Jo Boone! She’s written a series of space opera books called The Combined Service series, which is currently a trilogy. She’s also written short fiction which appears in Weird Tales References and Links: https://joboone.com/ https://www.facebook.com/JoBooneAuthor https://jobooneauthor.substack.com/?utm_source=discover_search --- Musi…
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Cheralyn Lambeth, Actor, Autor, Comic, and Designer
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We had a great conversation with Cheralyn Lambeth! She’s a freelance professional in multiple aspects of the entertainment industries, including film, television, prop making, writing, and theater. She does it all! References and Links: https://www.cheralynlambeth.com/ https://www.facebook.com/cheralyn.lambeth/ https://www.instagram.com/cherlambeth…
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"I'm Here To Write Prose."
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The gang talks news, AI, novellas, and then dives in on the discussion topic: What Character Had The Best Character Growth.Kirjoittanut Bob McGough
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Today we're talking with author Brian Biswas. Brian writes in the "magical realism" stye, and has written over 60 short stories. In addition, he has one published novel, The Astronomer, as well as a second, soon to be published novel, Floating on Air. He is listed in the International Writer's and Author's Who's Who, Marquis Who's Who, and the Inte…
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Richard Dansky, Author and Narrative Game Designer
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Richard Dansky has been instrumental in both the video game and tabletop RPG industries and has published eight novels as well as short story collections. Known for his work on Wraith: The Oblivion second edition as well as his most recent short story collection Meeting in the Devil's House. References and Links: https://richarddansky.com/ --- Musi…
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Grady Hendrix, Author (recorded live at Atomacon!)
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This week we have the pleasure of presenting a live recording of our interview with horror author, Grady Hendrix which we recorded on May 4th, 2024 at Atomacon in North Charleston, South Carolina (USA). Grady is the author of books such as The Southern Book Club's Guide to Slaying Vampires, The Final Girl Support Group , and How to Sell a Haunted H…
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RavenCon 2024 Cosplayer Interviews - Smash B Cosplay, JennaSidle Cosplay, and Morning Dove Cosplay
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Smash B Cosplay https://www.instagram.com/smashbcosplay/ ---- JennaSidle Cosplay facebook.com/CreatingChaosNC --- Morning Dove Cosplay https://www.instagram.com/mourningdovecosplay/
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John Hartness and L.R. Gould, Authors -- Falstaff Books
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Check it out! We were live at RavenCon in Glen Allen, VA. We did two podcasts from there. This is the first one with John Hartness and LR Gould of Falstaff Books. We talked writing, conventions, and more! References and Links: http://falstaffbooks.com/ --- Music in this episode: Fluidscape by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attri…
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"Here's Where We're Gonna Take A Turn."
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The first Short Read of the Season! Come along as the gang talks about Lullaby by K.S. Villoso! This Season our Short Read, Tall Glass Book Club is tackling The Alchemy of Sorrow: A Fantasy & Sci-Fi Anthology of Grief & Hope. To get it in print or ebook: https://www.amazon.com/Alchemy-Sorrow-Fantasy-Sci-Fi-Anthology-ebook/dp/B0B4VVQPYY To get it in…
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Janet, Convention Chair of AtomaCon -- North Charleston, SC
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We got the chance to talk with Janet, organizer of AtomaCon in North Charleston, SC., which is a multi-fandom convention held each spring. She’s been in the con business for years and had a lot to talk about! References and Links: http://atomacon.org/ https://www.facebook.com/atomacon.org --- Music in this episode: Fluidscape by Kevin MacLeod is li…
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Julese and Nikki of the Charleston Absent Friends Shadowcast
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We were so excited to have Jules and Nikki of Charleston’s Absent Friends cast on for a chat! They are part of a shadow cast group based in Charleston S.C. Find out exactly what shadowcasting is and how they came to be involved. References and Links: https://www.facebook.com/CharlestonsAbsentFriends https://www.instagram.com/charlestonsabsentfriend…
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"Otters and Racoons: They'll F*ck You Up."
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This episode the gang talks about what they have been reading since the last season, and ends up spending a lot of time talking about critters. This Season our Short Read, Tall Glass Book Club is tackling The Alchemy of Sorrow: A Fantasy & Sci-Fi Anthology of Grief & Hope. To get it in print or ebook: https://www.amazon.com/Alchemy-Sorrow-Fantasy-S…
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We were glad to talk with author CJ Hosack. The Slayer’s Magic is her first book in The Beads of Bone series. She’s also a wannabe dress historian and has worked with museums on historical dress recreation. References and Links: https://cjhosack.com/ --- Music in this episode: Fluidscape by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribu…
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David Moody, Game Tester, Miniatures Painter, Dance Instructor, and Geek
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We had a great conversation with our friend David Moody! He’s a beta-tester for RPGs, MMOs, and video games. He’s also an accomplished miniature painter and dance instructor! References and Links: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100069413186726 https://www.facebook.com/ItMtD/ --- Music in this episode: Fluidscape by Kevin MacLeod is license…
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We're back! In video! Well, most of us! But Derek is getting a video camera...soon! But yeah, your favorite podcast about books, beards, and booze is back, with a brand new co-host, author Ben Meeks! This Season our Short Read, Tall Glass Book Club is tackling The Alchemy of Sorrow: A Fantasy & Sci-Fi Anthology of Grief & Hope. To get it in print o…
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Casey Berger, Author and Computational Physicist
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We had an interesting conversation with Casey Berger. Casey is a writer and computational physicist, author of the Resonance Saga, a military sci-fi series. References and Links: https://www.caseybergerbooks.com/ --- Music in this episode: Fluidscape by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecomm…
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Jason Hyndman, Voice Over and Mo-Cap Artist, Actor
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We got to talk with Jason Hyndman, a voice over actor. He’s also a film and theater actor, writer, and a local Shakespeare Company Founder! --- Music in this episode: Fluidscape by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Source: http://incompetech.com/music/royalty-fre…
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Benaisha Doctor and Ivet Pruner, Happiness Productions
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Today we have a different type of show today. We’ve been talking with Benaisha Doctor and Ivet Pruner, founders of Happiness Productions. They talked talk with us about their LLC and their project “Just Two Questions. It’ll leave you asking, what makes you happy? References and Links: https://www.youtube.com/@JustTwoQuestions https://just2questions…
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Richard Siebigertroth and Cynthia Hardesty, Comedians, Cosplayers, and Builders
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We've been talking with Richard Siebigertroth and Cynthia Hardesty of Luna-C Productions. They are part of a comedy troupe that writes and performs live vaudeville style, sci-fi based sketch comedy. They're also in to other fan activities such as Old Dominion Daleks! This was a fun conversation! References and Links: https://www.facebook.com/OldDom…
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Janet and Roger talk about connecting with other fans through common interests. References and Links: https://halflingandspaceman.com --- Music in this episode: Fluidscape by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Source: http://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free/inde…
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Lou Kemp, Author We had a chance to talk with author Lou Kemp. Her earlier works were in horror and suspense, but later works including The Celwyn Series are more magical realism, mystery, and adventure References and Links: https://loukemp.com/ --- Music in this episode: Fluidscape by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution …
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William Tracy, Author and Publisher
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William Tracy, Author and Publisher William Tracy is self-proclaimed creator of strange worlds and interesting people. He's also the mind behind Space Wizard Science Fantasy. William talks to us about his fiction and the works that he publishes. If you're looking to break out of the typical fantasy fare that borrows way too much from Tolkien and a …
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Fraser Sherman, Author We had a great time reconnecting with author Fraser Sherman. He’s written works such as “Questionable Minds “, “Sex for Dinner, and Death for Breakfast”, which is a look at James Bond on screen, and “19 Infinity” which is a collection of short fantasy stories set in the 1940s. He’s written these and so much more. References a…
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Greg Porter, Game Designer and Publisher
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Greg Porter, Game Designer and Publisher We had a great time talking with Greg Porter. Greg is the founder of Blacksburg Tactical Research Center or BTRC, which is a game publishing company that may be best known for the game Macho Women with Guns. References and Links: https://www.btrc.net/ ---------- Catching Up With... Howard A. Jones This week,…
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