Best Epic Sci Fi Adventure Podcasts (2025)

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Ep 500: The little things that add up to a rich reading life 1:01:13

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Today marks a major milestone: the 500th episode of What Should I Read Next! To celebrate, Anne is joined by two guests today. First, you'll hear her in conversation with our What Should I Read Next Patreon Community Manager Shannan Malone as they explore what's new in our Patreon community space. Then, Anne welcomes one of our previous guests back…

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HORROR ETERNAL PRESENTS: WE ARE NOT DEAD CH.2 14:27

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THE HORROR ETERNAL PRESENTS: WE ARE NOT DEAD - CH.2 -- A down on his luck screenwriter begins receiving messages claiming to be from the future, warning of terrifying events to come. They're everywhere! Future texts describe the sudden worldwide appearance of terrifying alien golems, motionless sentinels parked in subways, homes, freeways and apart…

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351. Jeffrey Morris: Reinspiring the Future That Didn't Happen 1:00:35

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Jeffrey Morris is a writer, director, and founder of FutureDude Entertainment, a production company that blends dazzling creativity with innovative storytelling. His goal … rekindling the human spirit through science fiction.He has produced an amazing documentary entitled THE EAGLE OBSESSION and is here in our Hollywood office as part of his screen…

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HORROR ETERNAL PRESENTS: WE ARE NOT DEAD CH.1 14:02

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PREVIEW FOR MINDRAKER LISTENERS - THE FIRST EPISODE OF A NEW SPIRAL OPUS AUDIO PODCAST: THE HORROR ETERNAL PRESENTS: WE ARE NOT DEAD - CH.1 -- A down on his luck screenwriter begins receiving messages claiming to be from the future, warning of terrifying events to come. From SPIRAL OPUS AUDIO and MONSTER FORGE RADIO ©2025 Roy Burdine…

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Ep 499: Weird, nerdy, and totally delightful: our conversation with Kevin Wilson 1:05:16

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One of our favorite things to do in our Modern Mrs Darcy Book Club is connect with the authors we all love. Every so often we have the opportunity to share one of those conversations with all of you, too. Today you'll be hearing from Kevin Wilson, author of our 2025 Summer Reading Guide selection Run for the Hills and a writer we've long looked for…

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350. Steven Heumann Probing Ethics of Ends Justifying the Means with Sci-Fi 1:02:11

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Steven Heumann spent a decade in screenwriting for television. Novel writing is his second career, to the point of even creating his own publishing house to publish his novels. The storyline of his contemporary sci-fi novel, “Paper Heroes,” is an interesting one. On the surface, Steven presents middle-aged men living out their boyhood superhero dre…

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Ep. 112: The Bat Of Balsamica Pt. 1 1:05:07

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The city of Balsamica is a rotting hellscape ruled with an iron fist by oligarch Curtis Smith. None dare oppose him, save for one brave Vampire and his trusty (if not ___) sidekick: Billiam Bucharesti and Bertrand Balfive. Tonight, their mission is to save the only politician willing to stand up to Curtis Smith: Councilwoman Tabitha Quigley, at the…

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After the Oath - Una 24:27

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Dice Tower Theatre Presents After the Oath - where we explore the characters and players behind Dawn of Dragons. Just a reminder you can watch the unedited video of this recording and support our community by joining our Patreon at https://Patreon.com/GoodHamProductions. I'm here with composer/musician Becky Atchley the player and actor behind Una …

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Ep 498: Books that feel like your favorite comfort TV shows 43:26

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Returning to favorite TV shows is a common stress management strategy. Today’s guest would love to find books that deliver the same soothing feelings she gets from re-watching her favorite comfort shows. Kayla King lives on a small-scale dairy and hobby farm in Spartansburg, Pennsylvania. A lifelong reader, Kayla's recently started to branch out fr…

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349. Becca Lee Gardner: How to Handle Conflict and Force in Children's Books 59:38

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Becca Lee Gardner is one of the nicest people you could ever hope to meet! In this episode, she shares her origin story of the Dragon Champion series, born from the ritual of bedtime tales spun for her children. This is the first time writing children’s books has been discussed on this podcast.We also cover how one deals with force and conflict in …

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Ep. 111: The Night Of Hollow Veils 1:29:32

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On a stormy October night, Detectives Brondheim and Higgins investigate the disappearance of children in a tiny British hamlet. But what they uncover is far stranger, and far darker, than either had anticipated... Now, beset by a mysterious knocking and a demon stalking the town, this unlikely pair must survive the night (and uncover the true origi…

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Ep 497: The magic of bringing book lovers together 45:31

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Connorstown Part 6 of 6 54:13

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This is it! The mid-season finale of HAUNTED Season 3 and the epic conclusion to Connorstown! Our heroes are in for the fight of their life as they fight to protect the residents of Connorstown from the forces of Carter Stone and Karl Trevino. Meanwhile, Abigail and Cassandra venture into the gold mine to try and retrieve Hell's Ember before it can…

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348. Matthew Wolf On Creating Epic Adventure Fantasy 1:01:36

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Matthew Wolf is the creator of the epic adventure-fantasy series The Ronin Saga. He is releasing the fifth book in the series, “Heart of Flesh.” In this episode, we explore how he transforms myth into vivid reality, with the Ronin—a once-legendary team of nine, each with specific powers—now returning over a thousand years later. Each volume introdu…

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Ep. 110: The Hunt For The Black Haddock 1:21:28

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In the quiet town of Merihaven, a dark presence stalks the waters offshore. The fish are gone, and the town is out of answers. Their last hope: two brothers, Ethan and Rupert Chum, and their old fishing boat The Lady Limpet Barnacle. With the town's blessing and a rag tag crew of misfits this intrepid band make for the seas to end the scourge that …

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Ep 496: Warm and inviting stories of hearth and home 53:57

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When the world feels heavy, many of us reach for books. Today's guest is looking for a specific style of comfort reads. Jemima Welsh is joining Anne today all the way from Brisbane, Australia, where she lives with her family and her pets, including four chickens named for the March sisters. Right now, Jemima is specifically looking for books that f…

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Connorstown Part 5 of 6 37:05

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Karl's deadline nears and James has no intention of handing over a powerful mystical object to a mad man. Connorstown is about to find itself besieged by Karl, Carter and all of Carter's men. As Abigail and Cassandra descend into the mine to try and locate the object, Dan and James try to fortify Connorstown's meagre defences. This show contains da…

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347. Navigating the AI Revolution with Stone Sanchez 58:04

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In this episode, we dive into the world of artificial intelligence with Stone Sanchez, the publisher of Spare Oom Press and a passionate computer geek. Stone is not only a technologist but also an avid reader, writer, and musician. Join us as we explore the growing influence of computer intelligence and its implications for creatives. Stone shares …

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Ep. 109: The Last Pyramid | The Curse Of The Black Pyramid Pt. 9 1:11:23

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This... is it. With the Black Cat's life hanging in the balance, the heroes make their way to the Last Pyramid, after so many weeks, to confront Setekh. But before they can enter, a great betrayal befalls the party, with an unexpected twist, that not even the storytellers could see coming... So now... it ends? An inverted pyramid? A great betrayal?…

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After the Oath - Dabria 33:45

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Dice Tower Theatre Presents After the Oath - where we explore the characters and players behind Dawn of Dragons. Just a reminder you can watch the unedited video of this recording and support our community by joining our Patreon at https://Patreon.com/GoodHamProductions. I'm here with JD rose AKA Deviled Ham with our core team and the player and ac…

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Updates and Changes - Join our Patreon! 4:16

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Just some updates and news about new shows coming to our Patreon exclusively as well as what to look forward to here. Go to https://patreon.com/goodhamproductions today and check out our new tier offering for games, scripts, maps, timelines, eBooks and more.By Mike Atchley

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Ep 495: Fall Book Preview sneak peek 37:09

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,The team at MMD HQ has always been enthusiastic about fall reading. We shared our first Fall Book Preview back in 2019, and last week we released the seventh annual edition. Today, we’re sharing a sneak peek into this year's event that concludes with Anne describing the first three books in our literary and contemporary fiction category. Our Fall …

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Connorstown Part 4 of 6 24:30

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It's a small world after all, or so it seems, first Preston and now Karl Trevino himself. James can't escape them even when he's halfway around the world. Karl wants something hidden beneath Connorstown, an artefact of unknown age and power. He claims that if they simply hand it over, he'll leave them in peace. But can they trust Karl? And how will…

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346. Craig Miller: the first Director of Fan Relations for Lucasfilm Ltd. 1:00:53

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Craig Miller, the first Director of Fan Relations for Lucasfilm Ltd., played a pivotal role during the creation of Star Wars and The Empire Strikes Back. As a publicist, writer, producer, and innovator, Craig crafted groundbreaking ways to engage and grow the Star Wars fanbase, helping cement its place as a cultural phenomenon. Beyond Star Wars, Cr…

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Ep. 108: The Magic Labyrinth | The Curse Of The Black Pyramid Pt. 8 1:12:24

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With Zahira now leading the way from inside Archibald's mind, the heroes make their way toward the inverted pyramid, the Last Pyramid, hanging below the Mirror Sea and above a magic labyrinth. Once inside the labyrinth they are met with all manner of odd obstacles and bizarre beasties. And at the end of it all, one of the heroes is mortally wounded…

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Ep 494: Books brimming with creativity, philosophy, and grace 59:49

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Today we're diving into what feels like a particularly nerdy niche of the reading life as Anne is joined by an expert reader. Sarah Kellogg is a cover designer at a big five publisher, and today she and Anne are exploring what goes into the art of cover design. Sarah answers many of our burning questions and sheds light on some of the lesser known …

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345. Nancy Kress on Bioengineering, Aliens, and Crafting Authentic Science Fiction 57:38

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With her thought-provoking novels, Nancy Kress, acclaimed science fiction author and winner of six Nebulas, two Hugos, a Sturgeon, and the John W. Campbell Memorial Award, blends cutting-edge science with profound human questions. In this episode, we dive into her celebrated works, starting with “Beggars in Spain,” a gripping exploration of bioengi…

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Ep. 107: The Underworld | The Curse Of The Black Pyramid Pt. 7 1:00:07

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With the destruction of the heart of Setekh, our heroes realize that the story is not yet over for them as a portal to the underworld opens up before their very eyes... and it's a GERMAN RAVE? After sweet talking their way past Voor'kas, basherman of the Threshold Club, our heroes make their way deep into the elysian fields of the underworld, where…

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Ep 493: Books that take you on an epic journey 58:40

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Today's guest is facing a shift in her reading life now that she's an empty nester. Candice Brown-Murray lives in South Florida with her husband, children, and dogs. Her career in public relations keeps her very busy along with her hobbies like kayaking, travel, renovating a historic home, and of course, reading. Candice has always been a reader. S…

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Connorstown Part 3 of 6 25:58

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Things may not be all they seem in Connorstown. As if the idea of a Preston-led sex cult wasn't bad enough, the town guard has been killed in brutal fashion and a deadly message painted on the walls; "Give Me What I Want, And I'll Go Away." James and Cassandra set off to find the mysterious "cowboy in black" whom Preston suspects of leaving the mes…

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344. Wulf Moon Discusses Three Lessons from the Blind Skier or the Nine Elements of Story Structure 1:03:00

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Today’s guest is Wulf Moon, who many of you already know from any of our past three interviews since he was on as a Writer winner in Volume 35 back in 2019 with his short story “Super Duper Moongirl and the Amazing Moon Dawdler.”Wulf Moon won his first writing award at the age of 15 and has now won over 60 awards in writing and 30 in public speakin…

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Ep. 106: The First Pharaoh | The Curse Of The Black Pyramid Pt. 6 1:04:11

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With the unlikely demise of Tarut, High Priest of Setekh, our battered heroes are faced with a choice: do they free the First Pharaoh? Um... yes, duh. With the First Pharaoh now a member of the party, Puds, Archibald, and the Black Cat make their way deeper into the Sapphire Tombs towards the heart of Setekh. A magic pharaoh? Living stone guardians…

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Ep 492: Reflective nonfiction about finding your path 54:34

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We love fielding very specific readerly requests that will also appeal to a wide range of readers, and today's episode is just that. Lynn Bain describers herself as an accidental entrepreneur. While she loves to read a wide range of genres and styles, she's here today to get Anne's help in identifying good business books to read alongside her belov…

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Connorstown Part 2 of 6 26:38

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Preston Connors is back and this time his scheme is more outlandish than ever! He's commandeered an abandoned goldrush town in Death Valley and is establishing his own religion, but in true Preston fashion, he has no idea how much trouble he's really getting into. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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343. Crafting a Novel from Short Stories with Martin L. Shoemaker 59:18

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How do you weave short stories into a cohesive novel? In this episode, we’re thrilled to welcome back award-winning author Martin L. Shoemaker, a “Writers of the Future Volume 31” winner, to discuss his latest novel, “A Fine and Dangerous Season.”Martin shares his unique process of transforming a series of short stories, all written in October 2023…

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Ep. 105: The Sapphire Tombs | The Curse Of The Black Pyramid Pt. 5 1:15:32

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With Lazar "The Laughing Jackal" the unlucky recipient of a magical dismemberment thanks to the Obsidian Scarab, the heroes (conveniently?) find themselves swallowed up by the sands into The Sapphire Tombs... which is just where they were headed! Confronted now with no key to unleash The First Pharaoh, our heroes make a desperate gambit with the cu…

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Ep 491: Our team's best books of summer (Part 2) 39:03

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Today we're sharing Part 2 of our summer superlatives episode, featuring four more of our team members talking about the books they've loved most this season. Our executive producer Will Bogel joins Modern Mrs Darcy Book Club Community Manager Ginger Horton to talk about their favorite summer reads. Then, you'll hear from Modern Mrs Darcy Editor an…

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Connorstown Part 1 of 6 22:36

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We're very proud to present the first part in our epic mid-season episode "Connorstown!" In search of answers about Cassandra's past, the team follow a tip from Eliza Wu to the deserts of California and the site of a former mining town that once served as a home to the Church Of Unity. Here, halfway across the globe, our heroes will finally find mo…

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342. Nev March Discusses How Writing Murder Mysteries Is Different Than SF&F 1:03:54

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Join us as Nev March, the first Indian-born winner of the Minotaur Books/Mystery Writers of America Award for a First Crime Novel and 2024 NY Chapter chair, shares her journey into murder mystery. A departure from our usual SF&F, we explore new genres, as top authors recommend reading broadly.By John Goodwin

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Ep. 104: The Obsidian Scarab | The Curse Of The Black Pyramid Pt. 4 1:03:34

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In the aftermath of the Sandship Massacre, our heroes find themselves taken aboard... yet another sandship, with similar results. After a lucky break, they stumble across a cursed oasis and learn vital information about Setekh from it's ancient guardian, where the valuable item The Black Cat stole from the Cult of Setekh in episode 1 is revealed...…

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Ep 490: Our team's best books of summer (Part 1) 39:01

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Readers, we’re back today with an annual tradition we know so many of you look forward to, as our team joins Anne to talk about their favorite books of the summer and what’s happening in their reading lives right now. As always, our team’s range of reading tastes ensures we share titles from a wide range of genres and styles that will appeal to all…

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Seraphina, #3, Flame of the Westwood, "Breaking In and Breaking Out" 27:42

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Episode #3, "Breaking In and Breaking Out" Seraphina returns to her old home, driven to uncover the will that could restore her family’s estate—but every corner hides danger. With a sliding bookshelf concealing the safe that holds her future, she must move quickly and carefully, or risk losing everything once again. By her side is Fiona, a new frie…

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The Rocking Horse Part 4 of 4 25:00

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James, Abigail and Tee learn more than they bargained for at the mysterious shop and realise that Robyn is in grave danger in the final chapter of The Rocking Horse. This show contains dark themes and scenes of horror, listener discretion is advised. HAUNTED: The Audio Drama is created by Jamie Evans and produced by Benton Hodges and Jamie Evans fo…

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341. Lydia Sherrer Writing Urban Fantasy with Snarky Humor 1:02:49

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Lydia Sherrer is a USA Today bestselling author and has published multiple novels, including “Love, Lies, and Hocus Pocus,” a delightful urban fantasy with snarky humor. In this episode, we discuss writing urban fantasy fiction and how to add a bit of snark to make it even better.Learn more at www.lydiasherrer.com.…

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Ep. 103: The Great Sandship Fleet | The Curse Of The Black Pyramid Pt. 3 1:01:47

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Puds, Archibald, the Black Cat, and their new companion Khor, race to escape the city of Khefer-Rah. After nearly dying of thirst in the open desert, they stumble upon a fleet of sandship nomads. After stealing aboard in conspicuous fashion, they are met by Lazar "The Laughing Jackal," and Naida "The Starwatcher." Lazar offers them an opportunity: …

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Ep 489: The satisfaction of sinking into a good book 1:05:15

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Today's guest isn't only a reader with a specific readerly conundrum, she is also a beloved author. Anne has recommended Julie Berry's work to several past guests, and Julie also joined us over in the Modern Mrs. Darcy Book Club back in 2020. Today, she's here to talk with Anne about writing and discovering smart books with big heart. They also div…