Fictitious Podcast (Updates Only)

New Episode: Caitlin Starling (@see_starling) returns to Fictitious. We talk about her new sci-fi thriller, LAST TO LEAVE THE ROOM, writing "unlikeable" characters, creating surreal scenes, and using a "load-bearing cat" in her narrative. Listen here: fictitiouspodcast.com/last-to-leave-…

@see_starling @StMartinsPress You can also listen and comment on this episode on YouTube: youtu.be/y2Uw9XU2lZs

New Episode: Caitlin Starling (@see_starling) returns to Fictitious. We talk about her new sci-fi thriller, LAST TO LEAVE THE ROOM, writing "unlikeable" characters, creating surreal scenes, and using a "load-bearing cat" in her narrative. Listen here: fictitiouspodcast.com/last-to-leave-…

Really enjoyed doing this interview all about getting started in the tabletop RPG industry, the creation of Pathfinder and Starfinder, my approach to worldbuilding—and, of course, my pivot into writing queer YA romance with DARKHEARTS.

My interview with PATHFINDER / STARFINDER co-creator James L. Sutter is available on all the podcasting apps, and also on YouTube: youtu.be/_yVEJOjTURw?si…

NEW EPISODE: Doing something a little different in this ep. I talk with PATHFINDER and STARFINDER co-creator @jameslsutter about writing for RPGs and media tie-ins, and switching genres to write his queer YA romance, DARKHEARTS. Listen here: fictitiouspodcast.com/james-l-sutter…

Sister site Fictions & Fandoms has a new article examining the first 100 pages of THE HANDYMAN METHOD, a domestic supernatural horror story on sale today. Check it out:

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New Episode! I talk with author @GretaKKelly about her upcoming fantasy novel, THE QUEEN OF DAYS. We discuss its origin as a NaNoWriMo project, developing a tightly-contained fantasy setting, and maintaining emotional drama in a fast-paced heist story. fictitiouspodcast.com/greta-kelly-th…

@jwparente Much appreciated!

@FictitiousPod Good to have you back!

@GretaKKelly @HarperVoyagerUS You know I'm ready

@FictitiousPod @HarperVoyagerUS Also we are now taking applications for our D&D adventuring party 😂😂😂

@GretaKKelly @HarperVoyagerUS You can listen on all the major podcasting platforms, and the episode is also available on YouTube: youtu.be/2q6-9q4dt4Y

@JesNx A couple weeks ago at a wedding, my sister asked how my work in radio was going. I left the radio industry in 2013. (To be fair, I don't really know what any of my siblings do, either.)

This week I learned my family thinks I make boardgames

HEY FOLKS I'm happy to announce if you preorder my forthcoming middle grade novel NOWHERE SPECIAL from the wonderful @HBS_Mobile you will receive a bookplate signed by yours truly! Support great indie bookshops and get signed books! SPREAD THE WORD! thehauntedbookshopmobile.com/pre-order-wall…

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Hey there reviewers!!! Check out the trope-y goodness in TQOD, and request your copy on NetGalley today!! tinyurl.com/ms25sz6c

I just launched a reader focused SFF news & review site called Fictions & Fandoms. It's in its early stages right now, but there are already articles to check out. And new features will be added over time. fictionsandfandoms.com

When Barbie said "I can be anything I want to be", she meant it. Because this Barbie is Batman.

@robertjbennett I married a woman who looked a LOT like Karen Allen when we first met, so you've got my vote. But, see also: The Mummy

WTAF. Horror/scary writers take note — apparently this "It's Always Halloween" podcast has been doing paywalled readings of other authors' short stories without permission, notice, or compensation. Check to make sure they haven't stolen your work.