The Amphibian Press Podcast

Existentialism and Connection with Sebastien de Castell (PART 1)

sara@amphibianpressbooks.com (Amphibian Press) — Sat, 1 May 2021 12:46:09 +0000

In this amazing two-part interview, V. S. Holmes spoke with fantasy author Sebastien de Castell about the different ways we connect with readers, how we picture ourselves in others' shoes, and how existentialism impacts our careers and sense of self. Tune in next week for Part Two! https://www.decastell.com @decastell https://Facebook.com/SebastienDeCastell

Hopeful Futures with the SNARC Comic Team

sara@amphibianpressbooks.com (Amphibian Press) — Tue, 13 Apr 2021 04:00:00 +0000

V speaks with some of the incredible people behind the SNARC comic: Dr. Bruce Olav Solhiem and Gary and Laura Dumm. The team discusses their history in comics, the process behind creating SNARC and what drew each of them to the naive alien who comes to Earth as a vanguard of an invasion. https://www.bruceolavsolheim.com/snarc.html https://www.dummart.com/ https://my.matterport.com/show/?m=fTFKsFSuNfE

Writing Dystopia While Living In One with O. E. Tearmann

sara@amphibianpressbooks.com (Amphibian Press) — Fri, 19 Mar 2021 17:52:23 +0000

V jumps back on the podcast with Olivia and Nonir, the two halves of O. E. Tearmann to chat about what it's like to write dystopian fiction while living in one, the amount of research that goes into creating a near-future world. They also share what's next for the Ace High Jokers Wild series and how they tackle such a diverse array of characters! https://www.oetearmann.com/ https://books2read.com/handsweregiven

The Mercurial Music Industry with Melanie Safka

sara@amphibianpressbooks.com (Amphibian Press) — Fri, 5 Mar 2021 17:12:16 +0000

V sits down with famed musician Melanie--of global Met and Woodstock fame--to talk about how creative industries have changed in the face of capitalism and the horrifying realization about her rights and royalties that came with her husband's death. https://www.melaniesafka.com/ https://twitter.com/melaniesafka https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCRk3uJG-FRzn-sasozxx0kA https://www.facebook.com/melanie.safka.5

Alternate Afterlives with Kieva Mclaughlin

sara@amphibianpressbooks.com (Amphibian Press) — Sat, 20 Feb 2021 15:18:58 +0000

V and Urban Fantasy author Kieva Mclaughlin explore the alternate afterlives in her book TORPOR, how the pandemic inspired her to take the writing plunge, and how to balance marketing strategies. www.kievamclaughlin.com @kievamclaughlin

The Intimacy of Death and Grieving with Jennifer Anne Gordon

sara@amphibianpressbooks.com (Amphibian Press) — Sun, 24 Jan 2021 16:09:26 +0000

V and horror author Jennifer Anne Gordon explore the honestly of self we experience while grieving, and how she showcases this altered reality through the language in her novels. Plus, they touch on the dichotomy of being cheerfully death-obsessed and how she showcases mistakes on her own podcast. http://www.JenniferAnneGordon.com Facebook Author Page - https://www.facebook.com/JenniferAnneGordonAuthor/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/jennifergenevievegordon/ Twitter - https://twitter.com/JenniferAnneGo5 Book Bub - https://www.bookbub.com/profile/jennifer-anne-gordon Goodreads -https://www.goodreads.com/author/show/20063036.Jennifer_Gordon

Reworking Werewolves with Mark Leslie

sara@amphibianpressbooks.com (Amphibian Press) — Wed, 13 Jan 2021 05:00:00 +0000

Urban fantasy and horror author Mark Leslie joins V on the podcast to discuss how he turns the alpha wolf trope on its head, the science behind his pack dynamics, and the bone-chilling story that made a horror writer sleep with the lights on! www.markleslie.ca

Exploring Lost Heritage through Fiction with Marie Powell

sara@amphibianpressbooks.com (Amphibian Press) — Wed, 9 Dec 2020 05:00:00 +0000

Historic fantasy author Marie Powell joins V to discuss how fiction can provide new theories on historic peoples' lives and explore the early colonization of the Welsh--and how a question about her own ancestor began the adventure of a lifetime! Website: www.mariepowell.ca Twitter @mepowell https://twitter.com/mepowell Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mariepowellauthor Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mariepowellauthor/ Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/mariepowell Amazon Author Page: https://www.amazon.com/-/e/B00E62LD5E

Escaping into Horror with Liz Butcher

sara@amphibianpressbooks.com (Amphibian Press) — Wed, 25 Nov 2020 05:00:00 +0000

V and Liz Butcher discuss why so many are gravitating toward horror during fearful times, some fears we face as creatives, and the ghosts many face during social isolation. Plus, Liz shares why her newest novel, LaRoux Manor, encapsulates these times. Website: https://lizbutcherauthor.com.au Twitter: https://twitter.com/lunaloveliz Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lunaloveliz/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Liz-Butcher-1394868604152823/ Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/author/show/13845425.Liz_Butcher

Conversations that Shape the World with Marc Watson

sara@amphibianpressbooks.com (Amphibian Press) — Wed, 4 Nov 2020 05:00:00 +0000

V and speculative fiction author Marc Watson discuss the conversations that shape worlds--both our own, and the fictional ones to which we escape. Plus, they dive into the reality of being a modern author and what to do with those pesky day jobs. www.marcwatson.ca www.Twitter.com/writewatson www.facebook.com/marcwroteabook

Tough Trip Through Hell with Dr. Bruce Olav Solheim

sara@amphibianpressbooks.com (Amphibian Press) — Wed, 28 Oct 2020 04:00:00 +0000

V gets technical about different creative media with Dr. Bruce Olav Solheim during his second appearance on the podcast, and they discuss the parallels between the Wild West of the United States and the final frontier of space, plus what the introspection of 2020 brings to the evolutionary table. www.bruceolavsolheim.com https://www.facebook.com/LockdownTheatre/

Shaping Worlds with Edward Willet

sara@amphibianpressbooks.com (Amphibian Press) — Wed, 21 Oct 2020 04:00:00 +0000

V and Edward Willet tackle worlds that bend genres and how to straddle independent versus traditional publishing--plus the secret to being a successful freelance creator. http://www.edwardwillett.com http://www.theworldshapers.com http://www.shadowpawpress.com http://www.twitter.com/ewillett http://www.facebook.com/edward.willett

Navigating Grief Through Creativity with Sahara Foley

sara@amphibianpressbooks.com (Amphibian Press) — Sun, 11 Oct 2020 14:21:35 +0000

V speaks with Sahara Foley, who transformed her late husband's creative work into a wonderful blend of Arthurian legends, science-fantasy, and paranormal plots. https://saharafoley.com/ https://www.facebook.com/booksbysaharafoley

Socio-Political Road Maps with LAST TRUMP Authors James Morrow and Cat Rambo

sara@amphibianpressbooks.com (Amphibian Press) — Wed, 23 Sep 2020 18:36:52 +0000

V dives into the churning political waters of near-future speculative fiction with 2/3 of the team who created the anthology AND THE LAST TRUMP SHALL SOUND. Cat Rambo discusses their focus on found family and the impact on the marginalized, lower class community, while James Morrow shares his satirical if outlandish take on dismantling a Pence pseudo-monarchy. CAT RAMBO: http://www.kittywumpus.net/blog/ JAMES MORROW: http://www.jamesmorrow.info/ HARRY TURTLEDOVE: https://www.sfsite.com/~silverag/turtledove.html

Writing the Dark Side with Rachael Tamayo

sara@amphibianpressbooks.com (Amphibian Press) — Wed, 16 Sep 2020 18:25:46 +0000

V chats with former 911 operator and thriller author Rachael Tamayo, about the incredible keynote that inspired her first book, and how living with no closure changed her writing. CW: school shooting, domestic violence www.rachaeltamayowrites.com

Decolonizing Dragons and the Impact of Language on Writing With Celeste Harte

sara@amphibianpressbooks.com (Amphibian Press) — Wed, 19 Aug 2020 18:15:08 +0000

V and Celeste Harte discuss the impact our mother-tongue has on our thought process as writers, different creative outlets, and how she decolonized fantasy as a way to explore her own erased heritage. https://celesteharte.wordpress.com/

Writing Dystopia While Living in One with Jenna Greene

sara@amphibianpressbooks.com (Amphibian Press) — Wed, 12 Aug 2020 04:00:14 +0000

YA fantasy author and podcaster Jenna Greene returns to the show to discuss what it's like writing dystopia when our world increasingly looks like one, and how she got started with podcasting! Plus an update on the sequels to REBORN. www.jennagreene.ca www.facebook.com/jennabutrenchukgreene @jgreenewrites

Guardian Angels and Writing Research with K. C. Freeman

sara@amphibianpressbooks.com (Amphibian Press) — Wed, 5 Aug 2020 16:22:56 +0000

V discusses real-life guardian angels, the daunting reality of co-authoring, and wrinkles in researching real-world places with urban fantasy author K. C. Freeman. https://www.facebook.com/KCFreemanAuthor/ https://kcfreemanauthor.com/ https://twitter.com/KCFreeman5 https://www.instagram.com/kvcfreeman5/

Creative Process and the Power of Young Adults with Jackiem Joyner

sara@amphibianpressbooks.com (Amphibian Press) — Fri, 31 Jul 2020 13:31:45 +0000

V talks creative process, sci-fi technology, and why young adults ARE more likely to save the world with author and musician Jackiem Joyner--plus a glimpse as his debut science fiction novel, ZARYA! Facbook: www.facebook.com/jackiemjoyner Instagram: @author.jackiem Website: jackiemjoyner.com

BONUS EPISODE: V. S. Holmes Virtual Signing with Toadstool Books

sara@amphibianpressbooks.com (Amphibian Press) — Sat, 11 Jul 2020 20:00:04 +0000

In honor of Blood and Mercy's release, V joined Toadstool Books to bring you this incredible virtual signing, which premiered on YouTube on July 11th at 4 pm! They rad an excerpt, answer fans' questions--including what's next for Blood of Titans and where to find good resources on disability--and you can order exclusive Toadstool Signed Paperbacks! Don't forget to drop your comments or questions in the video's comment section--V will answer all of those not covered in the video. SIGNED PAPERBACKS: https://www.toadbooks.com EBOOKS: https://books2read.com/bloodandmercy DIGITAL BOX SET: https://books2read.com/cataclysm MUSIC CREDITS: "100 Seconds" by Punch Deck https://soundcloud.com/punch-deck Music promoted by https://www.free-stock-music.com Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 Unported License https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/deed.en_US

Serial Killers and Trafficking with Romantic Suspense Author Angela Breen

sara@amphibianpressbooks.com (Amphibian Press) — Thu, 9 Jul 2020 20:24:30 +0000

V. chats with romantic suspense author Angela Breen about her new series, researching serial killers, and all the nuances of portraying abuse, law enforcement, and trafficking. https://angelabreen.club https://books2read.com/name-now https://bookHip.com/PWBNXS dl.bookfunnel.com

Element Unknown and Parallels of Programming with Brittani S Avery

sara@amphibianpressbooks.com (Amphibian Press) — Wed, 1 Jul 2020 04:00:03 +0000

V dives into elemental magic mechanics, the process of discovery a story with "what ifs" and the parallels between creativity and computer programming with Brittani Avery. They also discuss various personality types and how studying them impacted Avery's incredible world of Element Unknown. Website: https://www.brittanisavery.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/brittanisavery/ Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/BrittaniSAvery/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brittanisavery/ Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/brittanisavery/ Bookbub: https://www.bookbub.com/profile/brittani-s-avery

Writing Historical Figures and Political Technology with Robert J. Sawyer

sara@amphibianpressbooks.com (Amphibian Press) — Wed, 24 Jun 2020 04:00:03 +0000

V dives into the complexity of writing true historic figures and how technology shapes politics with Hugo and Nebula award-winner Robert J. Sawyer. He also shares the inspiration behind his newest novel, The Oppenheimer Alternative. Website: https://sfwriter.com Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/robertjsawyer Facebook: https://facebook.com/robertjsawyer Twitter: https://twitter.com/robertjsawyer

Fandom and Changing Scopes in Horror and SFF with Summer Brooks

sara@amphibianpressbooks.com (Amphibian Press) — Wed, 17 Jun 2020 04:00:16 +0000

Fellow podcaster Summer Brooks joined V to talk about the history of indie films, the changing scopes of SFF and horror writing, and the incredible community of fandom. They also touched on the background of Slice of Sci-fi, Writers After Dark, and all of Summer's other amazing projects. sliceofscifi.com writersafterdark.com

Using Our Soapboxes and Uncanny Parallels with Kathrin Hutson

sara@amphibianpressbooks.com (Amphibian Press) — Wed, 10 Jun 2020 04:00:02 +0000

On her third visit to the podcast, Kathrin Hutson and V dive into using writing as a helpful soapbox, navigating contentious topics as an author, and the uncanny parallels between her world of the Blue Helix series and our own. kathrinhutsonfiction.com facebook.com/kathrinhutsonfiction instagram.com/kathrinhutsonfiction twitter.com/exquisitelydark

Co-writing and Magical Drugs with L. J. Rivers

sara@amphibianpressbooks.com (Amphibian Press) — Wed, 3 Jun 2020 04:00:40 +0000

V chats with Linn and Jørn, the two halves of L. J Rivers, about when to twist myths, how to make co-writing work, and releasing a book about a virus during a pandemic. Plus, hear all about the upcoming fourth book in their urban fantasy series. www.ljrivers.com https://www.facebook.com/authorljrivers/

Coming of Age vs Aging and Hopeful Trajectories with Steve Parolini

sara@amphibianpressbooks.com (Amphibian Press) — Wed, 27 May 2020 10:27:59 +0000

V talked about the parallels between coming of age and aging and how we hold onto hopeful trajectories with Steve Parolini and how he wove both into BEAUTIFUL SKY, BEAUTIFUL SKY www.steveparolini.com www.noveldoctor.com @noveldoctor (twitter)

Small-town Lore and Archaeology with Ann Charles

sara@amphibianpressbooks.com (Amphibian Press) — Wed, 20 May 2020 14:14:18 +0000

V. S. Holmes speaks with USA Today Bestseller Ann Charles about small town lore and archaeology fun, plus details on her on-going Deadwood series. Website: www.AnnCharles.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AnnCharlesAuthorPage Twitter: https://twitter.com/annwcharles Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ann_charles Snapchat: https://www.snapchat.com/add/annwcharles Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/AnnWCharles Bookbub: https://www.bookbub.com/authors/ann-charles Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/author/show/4605878.Ann_Charles Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Ann-Charles/e/B004JLYPFW YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/AnnCharlesAuthor/featured

Finding Roots and Creating Magical Worlds with YA Author R. A. Lewis

sara@amphibianpressbooks.com (Amphibian Press) — Wed, 13 May 2020 15:22:09 +0000

V discusses the complexities of finding your roots, how family impacts writing, and creating high vs low fantasy magic systems with YA fantasy author R. A. Lewis, plus they dive into the fun of audiobook production! authorralewis.wordpress.com Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/RALewis Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/authorralewis/ Bookbub: https://www.bookbub.com/authors/r-a-lewis Amazon: author.to/RALewis Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/RALewis

The Fun of Writing Fanfiction and Creating Original Vampires with P. K. Reeves

sara@amphibianpressbooks.com (Amphibian Press) — Wed, 29 Apr 2020 18:37:02 +0000

V chats with P. K. Reeves about how writing fanfiction helps hone her creative craft, how her process changes when writing original work, and how she incorporates her Filipino culture with her urban fantasy series, Lineage. https://www.instagram.com/pkreevesauthor/ https://www.facebook.com/pkreevesauthorpro

The Wild West of the Internet and Finding Out Your Character is Real with Kristine Raymond

sara@amphibianpressbooks.com (Amphibian Press) — Wed, 22 Apr 2020 04:00:06 +0000

V and romance author Kristine Raymond discussed the similarities between the wild west of the U. S. and the modern community of the internet, the importance of found families, and what it's like to find out your character actually exists! https://www.kristineraymond.com/ https://www.facebook.com/kristine.raymond.79

The Power of YA and Finding Motivation in Troubled Times with Jenna Greene

sara@amphibianpressbooks.com (Amphibian Press) — Wed, 15 Apr 2020 14:04:29 +0000

V chats with YA Fantasy author Jenna Greene about the power of Young Adult books--even for adult readers--and how she and her characters pull motivation from the people depending on them, plus what's next for her REBORN series! www.jennagreene.ca www.facebook.com/jennabutrenchukgreene @jgreenewrites

Gods, Gunpowder and Tall Ships with Nautical Fantasy Author A. F. Stewart

sara@amphibianpressbooks.com (Amphibian Press) — Wed, 8 Apr 2020 14:49:20 +0000

V discusses fantasy with tall ships, gunpowder, and the deep dive into research with fantasy author A. F. Stewart, our April author features from the Fantasy and Science Fiction Readers Lounge! https://afstewart.ca/ https://afstewart.ca/social-media-sites/

The Intersection of RPGs, Childbirth, and Mounted Combat With J. M. Landels

sara@amphibianpressbooks.com (Amphibian Press) — Wed, 1 Apr 2020 04:00:21 +0000

V. S. Holmes speaks with fantasy author J. M. Landels about the intersection of RPGs and writing, and common mistakes in fiction with horsemanship. They also discuss the impact of being a doula and swordfighter on Allaigna's Song: Overture and Allaigna's Song: Aria. jmlandels.stiffbunnies.com https://www.facebook.com/jm.landels https://twitter.com/jmlandels https://www.facebook.com/AllaignaSong/ https://pulpliterature.com

Indigenous Rights and Teenage Activism with Alexa Blyan

sara@amphibianpressbooks.com (Amphibian Press) — Wed, 25 Mar 2020 04:00:02 +0000

I had the privilege of speaking with activist Alexa Blyan on her activism for her indigenous community, her future, and the divide between community-based and global change. Be sure to follow her amazing journey and start your own path of allyship!

Imaginary Borders and Changing Warfare with BBC Foreign Correspondent Humphrey Hawksley

sara@amphibianpressbooks.com (Amphibian Press) — Wed, 18 Mar 2020 04:00:05 +0000

V discusses cultures that withstand changing borders, and how warfare has developed with the advent of the internet and remote missiles with thriller author and BBC Foreign Correspondent Humphrey Hawksley. https://www.humphreyhawksley.com/

Massive Scopes and Mother of Rebellions with B. K. Boes

sara@amphibianpressbooks.com (Amphibian Press) — Fri, 13 Mar 2020 00:16:10 +0000

V chats with epic fantasy author B. K. Boes about rebellion, writing on a massive scale, and pantsing vs. plotting! www.bkboes.com facebook.com/bkboes twitter.com/bkboes Instagram.com/bkboes

Avoiding Nihilism when Writing from Isolation with M. J. Preston

sara@amphibianpressbooks.com (Amphibian Press) — Wed, 4 Mar 2020 13:00:09 +0000

V. S. Holmes (formerly Sara) kicks off Season Two with thriller, sci-fi, and horror author M. J. Preston. They discuss the benefits of isolation for writing, how to avoid apathy in an increasingly dark world, and his thrilling Highwayman series WEBSITE: http://mjpreston.net https://wildbluepress.com/mj-preston-author-bio/ BUY: https://amzn.to/32NKBss

Hopeful Futures and Writing from TV with Jeffrey A. Carver

sara@amphibianpressbooks.com (Amphibian Press) — Tue, 26 Nov 2019 12:00:18 +0000

Jeffrey A. Carver details the massive scope of his Chaos Chronicles, explains the pitfalls of writing from a TV show, and shares the research that went into his work--including scuba diving! Website: www.starrigger.net Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jeffrey.a.carver

The Psychology of Writing Horror and Draw of Fear with Liz Butcher

sara@amphibianpressbooks.com (Amphibian Press) — Tue, 19 Nov 2019 12:00:31 +0000

Liz Butcher discusses how her psychology degree helps her create characters, how horror relies on the reader, and how she weaves horror and the paranormal into her writing in FATE'S FURY and AFTER DARK Website: https://lizbutcherauthor.wixsite.com/lizbutcher

Book-to-Film Adaptation and Characters with OCD with Tosca Lee

sara@amphibianpressbooks.com (Amphibian Press) — Tue, 12 Nov 2019 16:39:43 +0000

Sara and Tosca Lee discuss the creepy science behind THE LINE BETWEEN, her character's OCD, and what it's like to have your work optioned for film! Website: www.ToscaLee.com Facebook: www.facebook.com/authorToscaLee Twitter: www.twitter.com/ToscaLee Instagram: www.instagram.com/ToscaLee Pinterest: www.Pinterest.com/ToscaLee

Crime and Paramedic Accuracy with Dwayne Clayden

sara@amphibianpressbooks.com (Amphibian Press) — Tue, 5 Nov 2019 11:00:09 +0000

Sara and crime fiction author Dwayne Clayden discuss the thin line between fact and fiction, and he shares the terrifying experience that helped inspire Brad Coulter's encounters. Stay through to the end to learn how you can win a signed paperback of CRISIS POINT! Website: http://www.dwayneclayden.com PREORDER: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07YYQ5M2Y Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DwayneClaydenAuthor/ Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/dwayneclayden

The Illusion of Time and Fostering Community with Bruce Solheim

sara@amphibianpressbooks.com (Amphibian Press) — Tue, 29 Oct 2019 11:00:07 +0000

On the 50th episode I spoke with Dr. Bruce Solheim about his comic Snarc, how time doesn't exist on a quantum level, and the power of community and immigration. Website: http://snarccomic.com Kickstarter: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/snarc/snarc-the-coolest-comic-in-the-universe Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SnarcComic/

Death of a Publisher and Kissing Monsters with Meredith Katz

sara@amphibianpressbooks.com (Amphibian Press) — Tue, 22 Oct 2019 18:15:54 +0000

I discuss the closing of Less than Three Publishing, how to navigate indie publishing as a newly orphan author, and the amazing Empty Vessels book with paranormal author Meredith Katz Website: http://www.softcryptid.com Twitter: http://twitter.com/meredithakatz

Play writing and fantasy with Alanna McFall

sara@amphibianpressbooks.com (Amphibian Press) — Sat, 19 Oct 2019 13:00:07 +0000

Playwrite and novelist Alanna McFall chats with guest interviewer Marissa of Raven's Quill Publishing about her paranormal and fantasy work, including her upcoming novel, The Traveling Triple-C Incorporeal Circus! https://alannamcfall.com/about/

Musical Sci-fi and Dictation with Jennifer Lee Rossman

sara@amphibianpressbooks.com (Amphibian Press) — Fri, 18 Oct 2019 23:07:03 +0000

I talk with spec-fic author Jennifer Lee Rossman about playful sci-fi, using dictation to write, and we get some hints at all the musical Easter eggs in Jack Jetstark’s Intergalactic Freakshow, Space Opera Libretti! Website: http://jenniferleerossman.blogspot.com Twitter: https://twitter.com/jenlrossman

Community and Female Power with J. A. Pitts

sara@amphibianpressbooks.com (Amphibian Press) — Sat, 12 Oct 2019 13:00:02 +0000

Sara got to interview JA Pitts, urban fantasy author of Black Blade Blues and other books featuring the heroine Sarah Jane Beauhal. They chat about dragons, how he created his blacksmith MC, and the wonders of the urban fantasy genre! For more from J.A. Pitts visit his website: https://www.japitts.net Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/JA-Pitts-Urb... Twitter: https://twitter.com/JAPittsWriter To support the show please, like, share, and check us out on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/AmphibianPress

Superheroes and Genetics with Derek Borne

sara@amphibianpressbooks.com (Amphibian Press) — Wed, 9 Oct 2019 01:44:18 +0000

I nerded out with fellow sci-fi author Derek Borne about genetics, superheroes, and his Ultimate Agent series. Plus, I shared my most controversial confession ever! Website: www.derekborne.weebly.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Derek.Borne.Author/ Instagram: @derekborne.author Twitter: @dborneauthor https://www.amphibianpressbooks.com

Queer fiction and YA with Alexander C. Eberhart

sara@amphibianpressbooks.com (Amphibian Press) — Sat, 5 Oct 2019 11:03:02 +0000

Tune in as Sara chats with Alexander c. Eberhart, author of some great queer YA titles such as THERE GOES SUNDAY SCHOOL and LOCKE AND WEST! Learn more about Alex at his site: https://www.alexanderceberhart.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alexanderce... Twitter: https://twitter.com/alexunfiltered Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/alexanderceb... To support the show please, like, share, and check us out on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/AmphibianPress for more about Amphibian Press check out: https://amphibianpressbooks.com

Nightmares and Good vs. Evil with Heather Gooden

sara@amphibianpressbooks.com (Amphibian Press) — Tue, 1 Oct 2019 12:00:05 +0000

I discussed nightmares, fear of death (and zombies!), and good vs evil with H. M. Gooden, author of the amazing urban fantasy series Rise of the Light! Website: https://www.hmgoodenauthor.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HMGoodenAuthor/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hmgoodenauthor/

Examining Imperfect Gods and Awe with Elizabeth Russel

sara@amphibianpressbooks.com (Amphibian Press) — Sat, 28 Sep 2019 11:00:04 +0000

Sara discusses the role of imperfect gods, adding awe in a dark world with Elizabeth Russell, fantasy author of TRINIAN and HALFBREEDS. Website: https://thefairytaleblog.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/liznovels/ Want to be our next guest? Fill out this form: https://forms.gle/RTMzVC38xY1LrG9f9 Learn more about Amphibian Press: www.amphibianpressbooks.com Find out how to get your book featured here: https://forms.gle/GNSs1Z5QWnvsdb8y5

Cyborgs, AI, and the Future of Humanity with A. W. Cross

sara@amphibianpressbooks.com (Amphibian Press) — Tue, 24 Sep 2019 12:00:14 +0000

A. W. Cross discusses the warning and inspiration behind her sci-fi THE SEEDS OF WINTER (found in DARK HORIZONS!) and how cyborgs and bodily upgrades could save or doom humanity. Dark Horizons: https://books2read.com/darkhorizons Website: https://awcrossauthor.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/andrea.cross.904 Twitter: https://twitter.com/aw_cross Want to be our next guest? Fill out this form: https://forms.gle/RTMzVC38xY1LrG9f9 Learn more about Amphibian Press: www.amphibianpressbooks.com

Rewriting and the Importance of Fiction with Ceara Comeau

sara@amphibianpressbooks.com (Amphibian Press) — Sat, 21 Sep 2019 12:00:13 +0000

Sara discussing bullying, teaching, and rewriting a series--and switching genre!--with SFF/mystery author Ceara Comeau, creator of the MEMORIES OF CHRONOSALIS. Website: https://www.cearacomeau.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/scifiwithatw... Want to be our next guest? Fill out this form: https://forms.gle/RTMzVC38xY1LrG9f9 Learn more about Amphibian Press: www.amphibianpressbooks.com Find out how to get your book featured here: https://forms.gle/GNSs1Z5QWnvsdb8y5

The Books of our Souls and Ghost Writing with Kathrin Hutson

sara@amphibianpressbooks.com (Amphibian Press) — Tue, 17 Sep 2019 11:21:15 +0000

Round Two! During our second interview with Kathrin Hutson, Sara asks about ghostwriting and the pair discuss the inspiration behind Kat's international bestseller, SLEEPWATER BEAT. Website: kathrinhutsonfiction.com Facebook: facebook.com/kathrinhutsonfiction Instagram:instagram.com/kathrinhutsonfiction Twitter: twitter.com/exquisitelydark Want to be our next guest? Fill out this form: https://forms.gle/RTMzVC38xY1LrG9f9 Learn more about Amphibian Press: www.amphibianpressbooks.com Find out how to get your book featured here: https://forms.gle/GNSs1Z5QWnvsdb8y5

Hope and Quiet Activism in a Dark Future with O. E. Tearmann

sara@amphibianpressbooks.com (Amphibian Press) — Sat, 14 Sep 2019 12:00:12 +0000

Bonus Episode! Sara chats with Nonir and Olivia, the co-authors behind the name of O. E. Tearmann, and creators of the cyberpunk/solarpunk series Aces High, Jokers Wild. Website: https://www.aceshighjokerswild.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/wildcards1407/ THE HANDS WE'RE GIVEN: https://books2read.com/handsweregiven Want to be our next guest? Fill out this form: https://forms.gle/RTMzVC38xY1LrG9f9 Learn more about Amphibian Press: www.amphibianpressbooks.com Find out how to get your book featured here: https://forms.gle/GNSs1Z5QWnvsdb8y5

Magic Systems, Blacksmithing, and Disability in Fantasy with Miriam Dumitra

sara@amphibianpressbooks.com (Amphibian Press) — Tue, 10 Sep 2019 14:00:03 +0000

Sara discussing complex magic systems, the flews in movie blacksithing (look out, LOTR!) and disabled characters with Miriam Dumitra, author of the fantasy novel BRIGHTSHADE. Website: https://miriamrdumitra.com/ Facebook: https://b-m.facebook.com/artbymrd/ Instagram; https://www.instagram.com/artbymrd/ Want to be our next guest? Fill out this form: https://forms.gle/RTMzVC38xY1LrG9f9 Learn more about Amphibian Press: www.amphibianpressbooks.com Find out how to get your book featured here: https://forms.gle/GNSs1Z5QWnvsdb8y5

Southern Crime and Vegas History with A D Hopkins

sara@amphibianpressbooks.com (Amphibian Press) — Sat, 7 Sep 2019 12:00:04 +0000

Sara chats with historical crime author A. D. Hopkins about his debut novel, THE BOYS WHO WOKE UP EARLY, his past as an investigative journalist, and the incredible history of Vegas. Website: https://imbrifex.com/book/the-boys-wh... Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/A.D.Hopkins.... Want to be our next guest? Fill out this form: https://forms.gle/RTMzVC38xY1LrG9f9 Learn more about Amphibian Press: www.amphibianpressbooks.com Find out how to get your book featured here: https://forms.gle/GNSs1Z5QWnvsdb8y5

Time Travel and Finding Inspiration from Home with Roxanne San Jose

sara@amphibianpressbooks.com (Amphibian Press) — Tue, 3 Sep 2019 13:00:06 +0000

Sara chats with SFF author Roxanne San Jose about her sci-fi romance, TIME TRAVEL, drawing from life in the Philippines, and querying. Website: https://roxannesanjose.wixsite.com/ro... Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/roxanneasanjose Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/sjroxanne Want to be our next guest? Fill out this form: https://forms.gle/RTMzVC38xY1LrG9f9 Learn more about Amphibian Press: www.amphibianpressbooks.com Find out how to get your book featured here: https://forms.gle/GNSs1Z5QWnvsdb8y5

The Dune remake and Sci-fi Nuns with Sisters of Sci fi

sara@amphibianpressbooks.com (Sisters of Sci-Fi) — Mon, 2 Sep 2019 20:13:24 +0000

The first in our swap-cast with SISTERS OF SCI-FI! We discuss the history of science fiction, ancient mysticism, and the politics of spec fic. Website: https://thefairytaleblog.com/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/sistersofscifi Want to be our next guest? Fill out this form: https://forms.gle/RTMzVC38xY1LrG9f9 Learn more about Amphibian Press: www.amphibianpressbooks.com Find out how to get your book featured here: https://forms.gle/GNSs1Z5QWnvsdb8y5

Author Interview: M. G. Herron (Science Fiction)

sara@amphibianpressbooks.com (Sara Voorhis) — Mon, 11 Mar 2019 09:00:11 +0000

In this episode of the Amphibian Press Podcast, Sara got to chat with fellow sci-fi author M. G. Herron about his Translocator series, audiobooks, and the thrills of the genre.

You can find more about M. G. Herron on his site:
https://mgherron.com

Twitter:
https://twitter.com/mgherron

Facebook:
https://www.facebook.com/mgherronauthor

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Author Interview: Carrie Pulkinen (Paranormal/Shifter Romance)

sara@amphibianpressbooks.com (Sara Voorhis) — Mon, 4 Mar 2019 10:20:22 +0000

In this episode, Marissa got to chat with fellow paranormal romance author, Carrie Pulkinen about her new Werewolf series. The Cresent City Wolf Pack series starts out with a bang in Werewolves only and the third one goes live 10/30/18.

Connect with Carrie on her website:
https://www.carriepulkinen.com

Facebook:
https://www.facebook.com/CarriePulkinen/

Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/carriepulki...

Twitter:
https://twitter.com/CarriePulkinen

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Author Interview: Mary Elizabeth Jackson (Children's Picture Books)

sara@amphibianpressbooks.com (Sara Voorhis) — Mon, 25 Feb 2019 20:10:11 +0000

Marissa got to chat with children's book author, Mary Elizabeth Jackson about her books Perfectly Precious Poohlicious and Poohlicious Look at Me, which have a complete soundtrack written for the books by Thornton Cline. We also talked about the importance of powerful I AM statements for kids and much much more!

Mary and I really hit off and have plans to work together in the future! So stay tuned for some amazing things coming your way by joining the Amphibian Press email list here:
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Find more about Mary on her website:
http://www.maryejackson.com

Facebook:
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Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/maryjackson...

Her show on Facebook Writer's Corner Live TV Show:
https://www.facebook.com/WritersCorne...

And her publisher's site:
http://www.blackrosewriting.com

Author Interview: Sherrilyn Kenyon (Paranormal Romance)

sara@amphibianpressbooks.com (Sara Voorhis) — Mon, 18 Feb 2019 10:00:15 +0000

In today's episode, I got to chat with an author who really inspired me and helped me on this path. Multiple NYT Best-Selling author, Sherrilyn Kenyon, about her newest Dark-Hunter book, Stygian.

For more from Sherri check out her website:
https://www.sherrilynkenyon.com

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AuthorSherrilynKenyon/

Twitter: https://twitter.com/kenyonsherrilyn

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mysherrilyn/

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Author Interview: Kerri Keberly (Romance with a touch of Magic)

sara@amphibianpressbooks.com (Sara Voorhis) — Wed, 13 Feb 2019 10:00:14 +0000

In this special edition of the Amphibian Press podcast, Marissa chats with debut author Kerri Keberly about her novel, The Business of Love!

Learn more about Kerri at her website:
http://www.kerrikeberly.com

and on Twitter:
https://twitter.com/superkeek

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Author Interview: S.R. Staley (YA Historical Fiction)

sara@amphibianpressbooks.com (Sara Voorhis) — Tue, 12 Feb 2019 10:54:25 +0000

I got to chat with author S.R. Staley about his YA/NA series Pirate of Panther Bay and his new release (out September 19th for International Pirate Talk Like a Pirate Day), his middle-grade books Path of a Warrior, and his humorous take on Christmas as a billion dollar company St Nic. Inc.!

For more from Sam visit his website:
https://samuelrstaley.com

Facebook Page:
https://www.facebook.com/srstaleyfict...

Twitter:
https://twitter.com/samrstaley

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Author Interview: Rhett DeVane (Southern Fiction)

sara@amphibianpressbooks.com (Sara Voorhis) — Thu, 7 Feb 2019 10:15:20 +0000

In this episode, Marissa sits down with southern fiction author, Rhett DeVane to chat about the realities in fiction that make it fun as well as bring it to life.

If you'd like to find more about Rhett visit her website:
http://www.rhettdevane.com

Writers4Higher:
http://writers4higher.blogspot.com

Facebook:
https://www.facebook.com/southernmadh...

Twitter:
https://twitter.com/dixiemadhatter

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Author Interview: Dani Jorgenson (Western/Epic Fantasy)

sara@amphibianpressbooks.com (Sara Voorhis) — Mon, 4 Feb 2019 10:15:07 +0000

In this episode, Marissa got to chat with fellow book marketer and author Dani Jorgensen about her epic fantasy series and her stand alone western.

For more from Dani go to her website:
https://www.danijorgensen.com

Facebook:
https://www.facebook.com/danijorgense...

Twitter:
https://twitter.com/jorgensen_dani

Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/danit712/

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Bonus Episode: The Authors of the Anthology Beamed Up (Science Fiction)

sara@amphibianpressbooks.com (Sara Voorhis) — Wed, 30 Jan 2019 10:45:18 +0000

Listen in as Cameron J Quinn, V.S. Holmes, Ariele Sieling, and Cullen McHael talk about their science fiction anthology from Amphibian Press!

Find more information about Beamed Up and the exclusive pre-order bonuses:
https://amphibianpressbooks.com/beame...

To order:
https://books2read.com/beamedup

Cullen McHael:
http://cullenmchael.com

V.S. Holmes:
https://vsholmes.com/index.html

Ariele Sieling:
http://www.arielesieling.com

Cameron J Quinn:
https://cameronquinnbooks.com

Author Interview: Earik Beann (Memoir and Scifi)

sara@amphibianpressbooks.com (Sara Voorhis) — Mon, 28 Jan 2019 15:10:38 +0000

In today’s interview, Marissa got to talk to memoirist and sci-fi writer Earik Beann about his memoir, Pointe Patrol. The book takes place over a couple weeks where he, his wife and dog and a group of neighbors snuck back into a mandatory evacuation zone in the California wildfires of October 2017. At the time the worst fire in California history. It’s already been surpassed. Earik is donating all the profits from the book to victims of the fires and to the families of first responders.

For more about Earik check out his website:
https://earikbeann.com

You can also read Marissa’s review of Pointe Patrol here:

https://amphibianpressbooks.com/2019/01/16/book-review-pointe-patrol-how-nine-people-and-a-dog-saved-their-neighborhood-from-one-of-the-most-destructive-fires-in-california-history/

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Author Interview: Cameron J Quinn (Urban Fantasy/Paranormal Romance)

sara@amphibianpressbooks.com (Sara Voorhis) — Fri, 11 Jan 2019 20:27:34 +0000

In today's episode, Sara interviews Cameron J Quinn (Marissa). This is the second episode where we were just practicing our interviewing skills and figure we could tell you a bit more about ourselves in the process.

NOTE Cameron did end up submitting False Hope for Beamed Up. She submitted How to Abduct an Alien instead because False Hope ended up feeling too rushed at 10k words.

You can find more about Cameron and download How to get Kicked Out of School for free at her website: http://cameronquinnbooks.com

You can also connect with her on Facebook:
https://www.facebook.com/cameronquinn...

Twitter:
https://twitter.com/CamQuinnBooks

Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/camquinnbooks/

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Author Interview: Cassie Dandridge Selleck (Southern Fiction)

sara@amphibianpressbooks.com (Sara Voorhis) — Sun, 16 Sep 2018 22:48:33 +0000

In today's interview, Marissa talks with southern fiction author Cassie Dandridge Selleck about her novels and the hard truths about racism and addiction.
Cassie Selleck is an independent author of three novels, The Pecan Man and its sequel The Truth About Grace, and the first novel of The Beanie Bradsher series called What Matters in Mayhew. Selleck holds a BFA in Creative Writing from Goddard College and lives in rural North Florida with her husband Perry.

You can find more about Cassie at her website:
http://www.cassiedandridgeselleck.com

Facebook:
https://www.facebook.com/cassieselleck/

And you can find her books on Amazon:
https://www.amazon.com/Cassie-Dandrid...

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Author Interview: V.S. Holmes (Sci-Fi/Fantasy)

sara@amphibianpressbooks.com (Sara Voorhis) — Wed, 29 Aug 2018 23:59:40 +0000

Marissa Frosch interview V.S Holmes as they dive into character descriptions and development of Holmes's epic fantasy series "Forged In Fire" And her Si-Fi Novel "Travelers"

Find V.S Holmes:
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/vsholmesauthor
Twitter: @VS_Holmes
Website: http://www.vs-holmes.com

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Author Interview: Janie Dempsey Watts

sara@amphibianpressbooks.com (Sara Voorhis) — Mon, 27 Aug 2018 10:00:24 +0000

This installment of Author Interview Marissa Frosch interviews Creative nonfiction and literary fiction author Janie Dempsey Watts about her career as an author.

Find Jannie Dempsey Watts on her website, Facebook and Twitter

Website: http://www.janiewatts.com
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Janie-Dempse...
Twitter: https://twitter.com/moonovertaylors

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Author Interview: Victoria Thurman (Women's Fiction)

sara@amphibianpressbooks.com (Sara Voorhis) — Sun, 26 Aug 2018 23:05:52 +0000

In this weeks episode, I got to chat with women's fiction author Victoria Thurman about her book, The Dating Dilemmas of Delilah Dunnfield, content creation, pets and more.

Check out Victoria on her website:
http://www.victoriathurman.com

Facebook:
https://www.facebook.com/Victoria-Thu...

And Twitter:
https://twitter.com/vthurman50

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Author Interview: Minerva Cerridwen (Fantasy)

sara@amphibianpressbooks.com (Sara Voorhis) — Sun, 26 Aug 2018 21:26:34 +0000

In this interview, Sara discusses science fiction and fantasy and inspirational books with new author Minerva Cerridwen.

For more from Minerva or to find her book:
https://minervacerridwen.wordpress.com

https://www.instagram.com/p/BizawfijVW-/

https://www.facebook.com/minervacerri...

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Author Interview: Kathrin Hutson (Fantasy)

sara@amphibianpressbooks.com (Sara Voorhis) — Sun, 26 Aug 2018 18:35:03 +0000

Sara (V.S. Holmes) chats with fantasy author Kathrin Hutson about her books, dragons, and writing.

Note the large crashing sound about halfway through was a trampoline failing to escape the yard and smashing into the garage.

For more of Kathrin check out her website:
https://www.kathrinhutsonfiction.com

Twitter:
https://twitter.com/KLHCreateWorks

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Author Interview: Linda R Spitzfaden (Women's Fiction)

sara@amphibianpressbooks.com (Sara Voorhis) — Tue, 21 Aug 2018 17:44:26 +0000

In today's episode of the Amphibian Press Podcast, Marissa spoke with women's fiction author Linda R Spitzfaden, author of The Other Side of Everything. They discuss Linda's book, writing, unreliable narrators and the publishing industry from the magazine side of things.

To find more from Linda you can visit her website:
http://lindarspitzfaden.com

Facebook Page:
https://www.facebook.com/lindarspitzfaden/

Twitter:
https://twitter.com/lindaspitzfaden

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Author Interview: Odessa Rose (Women's Fiction)

sara@amphibianpressbooks.com (Sara Voorhis) — Tue, 14 Aug 2018 18:57:49 +0000

In this episode of the Amphibian Press Podcast, Marissa chats with women's fiction author Odessa Rose about her books, writing, her youtube channel (This is Baltimore Too) and her book Water in a Broken Glass being turned in to a film.

You can find more information about Odessa and her books at http://odessarose.com

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https://www.facebook.com/Odessa-Rose-...

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Author Interview: Amy Spitzfaden (Chick Lit/Women's Fiction)

sara@amphibianpressbooks.com (Sara Voorhis) — Thu, 9 Aug 2018 18:48:24 +0000

In this episode, Marissa and Amy discuss her new release, Fingerprinted Hearts, why Amy writes and more! Originally aired on YouTube in April 2018

Author Interview: Phoebe Alexander (Erotic Romance)

sara@amphibianpressbooks.com (Sara Voorhis) — Thu, 9 Aug 2018 13:16:46 +0000

In this episode, Marissa chats with body positive and sex positive erotic romance author Pheobe Alexander about her latest release Siren Call book three in her Eastern Shore Swingers series.