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Epic Fantasy Adventures, Books, Lore, and More!Gateway to Hell: Part 11, Chapter 45-The EndWelcome to part 11, the last part, of a full cast recording of the first book in the Rogue Gods Trilogy: Gateway to Hell! A vengeful ex-god, a heist gone wrong, and a plot to open a gateway to Hell collide in a twisty epic fantasy adventure.When an ex-god steals a spell from a library in Hell, he kicks off a chain reaction that splits the timeline and leads demons to invade Earth. Only an unlikely hero who’s in over her head stands between the remnants of humanity and the end of the world.But she remembers two di...
2025-01-1527 min
Epic Fantasy Adventures, Books, Lore, and More!Gateway to Hell: Part 10, Chapters 41-44Welcome to part 10 of a full cast recording of the first book in the Rogue Gods Trilogy: Gateway to Hell! A vengeful ex-god, a heist gone wrong, and a plot to open a gateway to Hell collide in a twisty epic fantasy adventure.When an ex-god steals a spell from a library in Hell, he kicks off a chain reaction that splits the timeline and leads demons to invade Earth. Only an unlikely hero who’s in over her head stands between the remnants of humanity and the end of the world.But she remembers two different versions of he...
2025-01-1238 min
Epic Fantasy Adventures, Books, Lore, and More!Gateway to Hell: Part 9, Chapters 35-40Welcome to part 9 of a full cast recording of the first book in the Rogue Gods Trilogy: Gateway to Hell! A vengeful ex-god, a heist gone wrong, and a plot to open a gateway to Hell collide in a twisty epic fantasy adventure.When an ex-god steals a spell from a library in Hell, he kicks off a chain reaction that splits the timeline and leads demons to invade Earth. Only an unlikely hero who’s in over her head stands between the remnants of humanity and the end of the world.But she remembers two different versions of he...
2025-01-0943 min
Epic Fantasy Adventures, Books, Lore, and More!Gateway to Hell: Part 8, Chapters 30-34Welcome to part 8 of a full cast recording of the first book in the Rogue Gods Trilogy: Gateway to Hell! A vengeful ex-god, a heist gone wrong, and a plot to open a gateway to Hell collide in a twisty epic fantasy adventure. When an ex-god steals a spell from a library in Hell, he kicks off a chain reaction that splits the timeline and leads demons to invade Earth. Only an unlikely hero who’s in over her head stands between the remnants of humanity and the end of the world.But she remembers two different versions of he...
2025-01-0644 min
Epic Fantasy Adventures, Books, Lore, and More!Gateway to Hell: Part 7, Chapters 25-29Welcome to part 7 of a full cast recording of the first book in the Rogue Gods Trilogy: Gateway to Hell! A vengeful ex-god, a heist gone wrong, and a plot to open a gateway to Hell collide in a twisty epic fantasy adventure.When an ex-god steals a spell from a library in Hell, he kicks off a chain reaction that splits the timeline and leads demons to invade Earth. Only an unlikely hero who’s in over her head stands between the remnants of humanity and the end of the world.But sh...
2025-01-0338 min
Epic Fantasy Adventures, Books, Lore, and More!Gateway to Hell: Part 6, Chapters 21-24Welcome to part 4 of a full cast recording of the first book in the Rogue Gods Trilogy: Gateway to Hell! A vengeful ex-god, a heist gone wrong, and a plot to open a gateway to Hell collide in a twisty epic fantasy adventure.When an ex-god steals a spell from a library in Hell, he kicks off a chain reaction that splits the timeline and leads demons to invade Earth. Only an unlikely hero who’s in over her head stands between the remnants of humanity and the end of the world.But she remembers two different versions of he...
2025-01-0132 min
Epic Fantasy Adventures, Books, Lore, and More!Gateway to Hell: Part 5, Chapters 17-20Welcome to part 5 of a full cast recording of the first book in the Rogue Gods Trilogy: Gateway to Hell! A vengeful ex-god, a heist gone wrong, and a plot to open a gateway to Hell collide in a twisty epic fantasy adventure.When an ex-god steals a spell from a library in Hell, he kicks off a chain reaction that splits the timeline and leads demons to invade Earth. Only an unlikely hero who’s in over her head stands between the remnants of humanity and the end of the world.But she remembers two different versions of he...
2024-12-3041 min
Epic Fantasy Adventures, Books, Lore, and More!Gateway to Hell: Part 4, Chapters 13-16Welcome to part 4 of a full cast recording of the first book in the Rogue Gods Trilogy: Gateway to Hell! A vengeful ex-god, a heist gone wrong, and a plot to open a gateway to Hell collide in a twisty epic fantasy adventure.When an ex-god steals a spell from a library in Hell, he kicks off a chain reaction that splits the timeline and leads demons to invade Earth. Only an unlikely hero who’s in over her head stands between the remnants of humanity and the end of the world.But she remembers two different versions of he...
2024-12-2837 min
Epic Fantasy Adventures, Books, Lore, and More!Gateway to Hell: Part 3, Chapters 9-12Welcome to part 3 of a full cast recording of the first book in the Rogue Gods Trilogy: Gateway to Hell! A vengeful ex-god, a heist gone wrong, and a plot to open a gateway to Hell collide in a twisty epic fantasy adventure.When an ex-god steals a spell from a library in Hell, he kicks off a chain reaction that splits the timeline and leads demons to invade Earth. Only an unlikely hero who’s in over her head stands between the remnants of humanity and the end of the world.But she remembers two different versions of he...
2024-12-2734 min
Epic Fantasy Adventures, Books, Lore, and More!Gateway to Hell: Part 2, Chapters 5-8Welcome to part 2 of a full cast recording of the first book in the Rogue Gods Trilogy: Gateway to Hell! A vengeful ex-god, a heist gone wrong, and a plot to open a gateway to Hell collide in a twisty epic fantasy adventure.When an ex-god steals a spell from a library in Hell, he kicks off a chain reaction that splits the timeline and leads demons to invade Earth. Only an unlikely hero who’s in over her head stands between the remnants of humanity and the end of the world.But sh...
2024-12-2142 min
Epic Fantasy Adventures, Books, Lore, and More!Gateway to Hell: Part 1, Chapters 1-4Welcome to part 1 of a full cast recording of the first book in the Rogue Gods Trilogy: Gateway to Hell! A vengeful ex-god, a heist gone wrong, and a plot to open a gateway to Hell collide in a twisty epic fantasy adventure.When an ex-god steals a spell from a library in Hell, he kicks off a chain reaction that splits the timeline and leads demons to invade Earth. Only an unlikely hero who’s in over her head stands between the remnants of humanity and the end of the world.But sh...
2024-12-1743 min
Epic Fantasy Adventures, Books, Lore, and More!Fantasy, Lore, & More: The Sword of Light TrilogyHi, I'm indie fantasy author, Melinda Kucsera, and in this episode, Aaron Hodges is joining me to talk about his book, The Sword of Light Trilogy.
What's it about?
For five hundred years, the Gods have united the Three Nations in harmony. But now that balance has been shattered, and chaos threatens. Seventeen-year-old Eric finds himself hunted and alone, carrying a curse that brings death and destruction wherever he goes. When he's offered salvation by a man named Alastair, Eric learns the true nature of his curse - magic. As Alastair guides Eric to understand...
2024-11-091h 03
Epic Fantasy Adventures, Books, Lore, and More!Fantasy, Lore, & More: Langley Powell and the Society for the Defense of the MundaneHi, I'm indie fantasy author, Melinda Kucsera, and in this episode, Jeff Giles is joining me to talk about his book, Langley Powell and the Society for the Defense of the Mundane.
What's it about?
Langley Powell, a renowned debunker of paranormal phenomena, faces an ironic twist when he dies by falling piano and becomes a ghost. Before he can process his new supernatural existence, he's thrust into a dangerous mission to save reality itself. Accompanied by Frank, a foul-mouthed miniature government agent, Langley encounters historical figures like Albert Einstein, J. Edgar Hoover, and Tom...
2024-11-021h 10
Epic Fantasy Adventures, Books, Lore, and More!Fantasy, Lore, & More: Song of Siege and ShadowsHi, I'm indie fantasy author, Melinda Kucsera, and in this episode, Claudia Klein is joining me to talk about her book, Song of Siege and Shadows.
What's it about?
Gwynneth, a female Elvish blacksmith apprentice and lord's daughter, faces a life-changing decision. In a society where female Elves are typically housewives, she dreams of a career as a blacksmith. However, her plans are abruptly derailed when her father introduces her to Alec, a handsome Elvish lord and her intended husband. With her apprenticeship canceled and a betrothal ceremony looming, Gwynneth must choose between defying her...
2024-10-191h 03
Epic Fantasy Adventures, Books, Lore, and More!Fantasy, Lore, & More: Oops! I Broke the Wizard's Android!Hi, I'm indie fantasy author, Melinda Kucsera, and in this episode, Royce Roeswood is joining me to talk about his book, Oops! I Broke the Wizard's Android!
What's it about?
On a remote moon, in a damp and crumbling tower, Ninienne Lightcaster endures the worst wizard's apprenticeship ever under a forgetful Master Wizard. Her life takes an unexpected turn when an android arrives to replace her, shattering her dreams of becoming a magical creature healer. As Ninienne grapples with her identity crisis, she must also unravel the mysteries surrounding her: the fate of the previous...
2024-10-051h 25
Epic Fantasy Adventures, Books, Lore, and More!Fantasy, Lore, & More: The Door to TrileskHi, I'm indie fantasy author, Melinda Kucsera, and in this episode, Shannon Holly is joining me to talk about her book, The Door to Trilesk.
What's it about?
Kate's family travels to dimensions using doors only they can see. But the key to saving those hidden worlds and her missing aunt lies in a childhood summer she can't remember and a power she didn't know she had. Against her mother's wishes, Kate returns to her aunt's house, drawn by an inexplicable pull. As memories of a forgotten magical childhood resurface, she discovers her aunt's hidden...
2024-08-2438 min
Epic Fantasy Adventures, Books, Lore, and More!Fantasy, Lore, & More: The Base - Book 1Hi, I'm indie fantasy author, Melinda Kucsera, and in this episode, Dante is joining me to talk about her book, The Base - Book 1.
What's it about?
From the most "Top Secret" military base in the country comes a tale of jealousy, deception, intrigue and triumph. The newest, most sought-after military innovation "The Project" is about to be released after years of research by elite military scientists. Meanwhile, spies and thieves try to steal the invention for their own agenda. Set in a forbidding climate designed to keep outsiders away, we follow the mission to...
2024-08-171h 00
Epic Fantasy Adventures, Books, Lore, and More!Fantasy, Lore, & More: The Secrets We SaveHi, I'm indie fantasy author, Melinda Kucsera, and in this episode, Kel E Fox is joining me to talk about her book, The Secrets We Save.
What's it about?
In a world where humans live hundreds of years and can perceive deception as easily as breathing, it takes a rare magic called Whispering to tell a lie. Ursa has denied this magic to become a pilot, while Del embraced Whispering and left his family to work as a spy. Now Del is exiled and Ursa sent home from flight school in disgrace, and they find...
2024-07-271h 18
Epic Fantasy Adventures, Books, Lore, and More!Fantasy, Lore, & More: Earth ProtectorsHi, I'm indie fantasy author, Melinda Kucsera, and in this episode, Samuel Lawson is joining me to talk about his book, Earth Protectors.
What's it about?
Four teens. One destiny. Earth's salvation. Who says an outcast can't be a hero? High school is a battleground, but for Tommy, it's where his true destiny awaits. Born beneath a sky where fate is written in the stars, Tommy Archer is anything but ordinary. Bullied and overlooked, Tommy's life takes a cosmic turn when new students arrive at school. Suddenly thrust into a world of magic and mayhem...
2024-07-2028 min
Epic Fantasy Adventures, Books, Lore, and More!Fantasy, Lore, & More: Indie Author DramaHi, I'm indie fantasy author, Melinda Kucsera, and in this episode, L. L. Nelson is joining me to talk about some drama in the indie author world. Recently, there were some changes in leadership at Ream, a subscriptions for authors platform. Since both Laura and I were experimenting with using using, we had to talk about it.
Where to get Modern Day Muses by L. L. Nelson:
https://books2read.com/u/mv9ewq
Available at major retailers like Amazon, Google, Kobo, Apple, etc.
Where to find our guest:
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2024-07-131h 13
Epic Fantasy Adventures, Books, Lore, and More!Fantasy, Lore, & More: Modern Day MusesHi, I'm indie fantasy author, Melinda Kucsera, and in this episode, L. L. Nelson is joining me to talk about her book, Modern Day Muses.
What's it about?
Alex and Titus survived Mount Vesuvius, but can they survive an immortal hellbent on revenge?
After their escape from ancient Herculaneum, Alex and Titus are safe in modern day America. Alex is home, yet everything has changed. She has plenty on her mind now—her desire for Titus, the realization that she's a time traveler, and keeping her museum job. When Titus finds comfort in th...
2024-07-132h 25
Epic Fantasy Adventures, Books, Lore, and More!Fantasy, Lore, & More: Lightning & EmberHi, I'm indie fantasy author, Melinda Kucsera, and in this episode, E.B. Repetto is joining me to talk about her book, Lightning & Ember.
What's it about?
Akina de Kitamura and her twin sister Miki, bastard children of a Volandrian nobleman and a Solterrean commoner, struggle for acceptance in Volandrian nobility. Despite their uncle's favor, they face scorn at the prestigious Academy. As graduation approaches, Akina reluctantly joins her sister and friend Cassius in their quest for acknowledgment. However, an unexpected intruder brings shocking revelations about the past, forcing the trio to adapt quickly and...
2024-07-131h 52
Epic Fantasy Adventures, Books, Lore, and More!Fantasy, Lore, & More: The Thirteenth Hour podcast & Toy MakingHi, I'm indie fantasy author, Melinda Kucsera, and in this episode, Joshua Blum is joining me to discuss The Thirteenth Hour podcast, his process of making toys inspired by his book characters, and more.
YouTube video of this episode.: https://youtu.be/Mfcqehcyg3Y
What's it about?
The Thirteenth Hour podcast explores the 1980s inspirations and wide range of influences behind Joshua Blum's illustrated fairy tale fantasy book series. We'll dive into 80s fantasy, sci-fi, teen films, music, and more that shaped these nostalgic adventures.
Joshua will also share his journey...
2024-06-301h 38
Epic Fantasy Adventures, Books, Lore, and More!Fantasy, Lore, & More: Book of SecretsHi, I'm indie fantasy author, Melinda Kucsera, and in this episode, Claudia Blood is joining me to talk about her book, Book of Secrets.
What's it about?
In a world where myth and reality have catastrophically merged, Joshua Lighthouse leads the Human Protection Agency. But he secretly protects an artifact of immense power - the Book of Secrets. When the book is stolen on the eve of the Merge's anniversary, Joshua is betrayed and hunted by his own organization and legions of Others. He must outrun them all to locate the book and prevent an...
2024-06-291h 49
Epic Fantasy Adventures, Books, Lore, and More!Fantasy, Lore, & More with Beauty and the NecromancerHi, I'm indie fantasy author, Melinda Kucsera, and in this episode, Kate Seger is joining me to talk about her book, Beauty and the Necromancer.
What's it about?
In a world ravaged by a terrible curse, a Beauty braves the dangers of the wild to provide for her struggling family.
Desperate and running out of options, she dares to enter the crumbling ruins of Eldritch Manor, a place whispered to be home to an infamous monster - the dreaded Necromancer.
Amidst the decaying grandeur and mysteries of the manor, Beauty discovers...
2024-06-151h 28
Epic Fantasy Adventures, Books, Lore, and More!Fantasy, Lore, & More with The Dragon LegionHi, I'm indie fantasy author, Melinda Kucsera, and in this episode, Isaac Hill is joining me to talk about his book, The Dragon Legion.
What's it about?
Broken generations ago in the Cleansing, The Sunborn Bloodline persists. Dragh, the Sunborn Empire's last son, rises in the ranks of the Second Legion, a Legion of criminals. Sent to quell the rebelling Northern Tribes, the last Sunborn son finds himself in a cruel world of politics, murder and betrayal as he struggles to survive. Welcome to the Sunborn Series, where Empires rise, fall and against all odds...
2024-06-151h 37
Epic Fantasy Adventures, Books, Lore, and More!BTS: Writing Update + Upcoming ShowsHi, I'm indie fantasy author, Melinda Kucsera, and in this episode, I’m taking you behind the scenes and talking about what I’m writing, where I’ve been, and what’s coming up this summer.
About your host, Melinda Kucsera:
I am Melinda Kucsera, an indie fantasy author who wrote and published 20+ books since 2016 across 6 series. I write epic fantasy adventures about families and magical creatures who’re just trying to survive in a world that hates and fears magic but is steeped in it.
My books are full of magic and mayhem, bu...
2024-06-0223 min
Epic Fantasy Adventures, Books, Lore, and More!Fantasy, Lore, & More: The Bell TollingHi, I'm indie fantasy author, Melinda Kucsera, and in this episode, Amena Jamali is joining me to talk about her book, The Bell Tolling.
What's it about?
The Blood-soaked Sorcerer tyrannizes the land of Icilia with every form of cruelty imaginable, dying his armor red in the blood of innocents. Crushed to pieces under such savagery, the people of Icilia abandon hope and begin to forget the gifts of civilization that had once been their dearest blessings.
In Amena Jamali's The Bell Tolling, Book One of the The Lord of Freedom series, we m...
2024-06-011h 20
Epic Fantasy Adventures, Books, Lore, and More!Fantasy, Lore, & More: WinglessHi, I'm indie fantasy author, Melinda Kucsera, and in this episode, Catherine Witzaney is joining me to talk about her book, Wingless.
What's it about?
In a world where everyone can fly, Asher is a wingless sprite orphaned at a young age. When his adopted sister falls deathly ill, he'll risk anything to save her - even striking a bargain with a mysterious bat sprite, a species he's been taught to never trust. His quest leads him into the heart of the bat colony, where he must rethink everything about himself and bat sprites.
2024-05-182h 17
Epic Fantasy Adventures, Books, Lore, and More!Fantasy, Lore, & More: Writing Diverse CharactersHi, I'm indie fantasy author, Melinda Kucsera, and in this episode, Mariëlle S. Smith is joining me to talk about writing diverse characters in fantasy books.
Mariëlle S. Smith coaches creatives on their path to fulfilling their creative calling using a combination of life coaching, Akashic Records readings, cartomancy, and Reiki. She’s also a writer of YA and NA fantasy, an editor, and the co-host of Diving into Writing. She previously co-hosted the Doing Diversity in Writing podcast.
Where to find our guest:
Website: https://mswordsmith.nl
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2024-05-112h 39
Epic Fantasy Adventures, Books, Lore, and More!Fantasy, Lore, & More: SunderingHi, I'm indie fantasy author, Melinda Kucsera, and in this episode, R.M. Krogman is joining me to talk about her book, Sundering, book two in her epic fantasy trilogy.
What's it about?
As mindless violence spreads through the kingdoms like a plague, those with magical abilities are thrust onto diverging paths. Shipwrecked Konan finds new depths to his powers on an island of dragons while a usurper mimics his abilities. Lyra joins the High Temple but must confront its secrets as madness haunts the streets. And Reylin, self-proclaimed king, sails to the source to...
2024-05-111h 59
Epic Fantasy Adventures, Books, Lore, and More!Fantasy, Lore, & More: A Storm RisesHi, I’m indie fantasy author, Melinda Kucsera, and in this episode, Rose Garcia is joining me to talk about her book, A Storm Rises.
What’s it about?
A fae princess and a lowborn half-fae become unlikely allies during a dangerous hunt tied to prophecy.
A Storm Rises is a character-driven YA fantasy adventure.
When Avalynn and Mateo compete together in an elite hunt, they get caught up in political intrigue and must join forces to survive, even as an undeniable attraction grows between them.
What’s in this e...
2024-05-051h 19
Epic Fantasy Adventures, Books, Lore, and More!Fantasy, Lore, & More with Sentinals AwakenHi, I'm indie fantasy author, Melinda Kucsera, and in this episode, Helen Garraway is joining me to talk about her book, Sentinals Awaken.
What's it about?
When evidence of corruption surfaces, loyal soldier Jerrol is attacked after a sacred tree awakens the spirit of an ancient protector within him. Accused of treason and ordered executed, Jerrol flees. The goddess appoints him captain to find artifacts to save the realm from an emerging darkness. With a rare gift as the world's hope, can Jerrol rally the forces of good?
Sentinals Awaken is the first b...
2024-04-271h 12
Epic Fantasy Adventures, Books, Lore, and More!Fantasy, Lore, & More with #TheBreakInsHi, I'm indie fantasy author, Melinda Kucsera, and in this episode, #TheBreakIns are joining me.
Who are the #TheBreakIns?
#TheBreakIns is an all-new collective of independent sci-fi & fantasy authors, podcasters, and content creators that have recently, or are just about to, publish their debut novels. We began in late 2023 as a way to band together and “break in” to the indie publishing scene and our members have so far seen successes such as Kickstarter campaigns that’ve been funded in 14 minutes, viral posts in the millions of views, and managing to get a book into the ha...
2024-04-201h 36
Epic Fantasy Adventures, Books, Lore, and More!Fantasy, Lore, & More: Spark of the DivineHi, I'm indie fantasy author, Melinda Kucsera, and in this episode, Louise Holland is joining me to talk about her book, Spark of the Divine.
What's it about?
As a mercenary Divine wielding strange gifts, Mae uncovers a plot to steal divinity from the gods themselves. When the god she serves is attacked, Mae must restore their power before the seven realms descend into chaos. Embarking with her crew on a quest beyond their kingdom, each harbors their own agenda while romance and betrayal threaten to tear them apart.
Originally inspired by a...
2024-04-131h 42
Epic Fantasy Adventures, Books, Lore, and More!Fantasy, Lore, & More: The Thirteenth Hour PodcastHi, I'm your indie fantasy author, Melinda Kucsera, and in this episode, I wanted to do something fun and cool. Joshua Blum from the episode entitled, Fantasy, Lore, & More: Empty Hands is also a podcaster.
So I thought it would be cool to have him talk about his podcast and play a clip of the show we did on his podcast. I was a guest on episode #451.
Where to listen to The Thirteenth Hour Podcast:
Website: https://13thhr.wordpress.com/2024/04/01/the-thirteenth-hour-podcast-451-welcome-fantasy-author-melinda-kucsera-to-the-show/
Apple:
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-thirteenth-hour-podcast/id955932074?i=1000651062667
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2024-04-0610 min
Epic Fantasy Adventures, Books, Lore, and More!Fantasy, Lore, & More: Smoke and LightHi, I'm indie fantasy author, Melinda Kucsera, and in this episode, Kristin Ardis is joining me to talk about her book, Smoke and Light.
What's it about?
In a kingdom torn by war, Khara desperately seeks to restore memories lost in a rebel attack - a quest made more urgent by her duties as the future Sovereigna ruler. Haunted by dreams of a mysterious grove that may hold the key, she risks venturing beyond the city walls into rebel territory. But the shadows conceal sinister secrets that could unravel Khara's fragile life and the kingdom...
2024-04-061h 35
Epic Fantasy Adventures, Books, Lore, and More!Fantasy, Lore, & More: Blazing FluxHi, I'm indie fantasy author, Melinda Kucsera, and in this episode, Jonathan Weiss is joining me to talk about his book, Blazing Flux.
What's it about?
Three months after a devastating mutiny destroyed Revance, Ryza and surviving conscripts clear molten flux from the walking fortress' wreckage. But the situation grows desperate as supplies dwindle, conscripts desert, and the flux behaves strangely - appearing in people and places it shouldn't. When Ryza uncovers what's truly controlling the flux, he realizes nothing is as it seems, including himself.
Blazing Flux is an imaginative fantasy tale f...
2024-03-301h 07
Epic Fantasy Adventures, Books, Lore, and More!Fantasy, Lore, & More: Destiny ArisingHi, I'm indie fantasy author, Melinda Kucsera, and in this episode, Jan Foster is joining me to talk about her book, Destiny Arising.
What's it about?
Five Queens will die… bringing chaos to the Naturae realm.
Aioffe and Joshua return to Tudor England seeking a safe haven for their family, yet celestial portents predict disaster. Under Queen Mary I’s rule, the Catholic church has gripped power and the fae are in danger and unwelcome.
Imprisoned for murder, their friend and se’er witch Nemis awaits her trial, but is crippled by vis...
2024-03-242h 08
Epic Fantasy Adventures, Books, Lore, and More!Fantasy, Lore, & More: Unexpected Encounters of a Draconic Kind and Other StoriesHi, I’m indie fantasy author, Melinda Kucsera, and in this episode, Beka Gremikova is joining me to talk about her book, Unexpected Encounters of a Draconic Kind and Other Stories.
What’s it about?
This speculative fiction collection features 22 tales across fantasy, sci-fi, humor, and spooky genres. The stories follow characters encountering magic, monsters, and the unexpected - including a dragon scale-gathering mother, a half-mermaid searching for her father, a ghost-hunting opera singer, and an alien on a rescue mission. These diverse encounters promise to surprise and delight.
Unexpected Encounters is perfect for f...
2024-03-231h 25
Epic Fantasy Adventures, Books, Lore, and More!Fantasy, Lore, & More: The Apprentice StorytellerHi, I’m indie fantasy author, Melinda Kucsera, and in this episode, Astrid V.J. is joining me to talk about her book, The Apprentice Storyteller.
What’s it about?
In this imaginative blend of fantasy and sci-fi, renowned storyteller Viola reluctantly takes on an apprentice boy with mysterious powers. As they travel the land sharing folktales, Viola realizes she has as much to learn from the boy as he does from her. But can she find the courage to face her past and embrace the possibilities of the future?
The Apprentice Storyteller is a...
2024-03-171h 23
Epic Fantasy Adventures, Books, Lore, and More!Fantasy, Lore, & More: The HeirHi, I’m indie fantasy author, Melinda Kucsera, and in this episode, Claudia Klein is joining me to talk about her book, The Heir.
What’s it about?
In this epic fantasy, royal sisters are separated by war as hatred divides two princes. To stop darkness from destroying their world, they must find a way to unite. Disguised as a boy, Kat is captured by the Erlingue crown prince. They form an unlikely alliance against his evil brother, the new king. But darker forces are at work, and Kat's sister is now in peril.
The...
2024-03-1652 min
Epic Fantasy Adventures, Books, Lore, and More!Fantasy, Lore, & More: DarkhavenHi, I’m indie fantasy author, Melinda Kucsera, and in this episode, Kel E Fox is joining me to talk about her book, Darkhaven.
What’s it about?
In this contemporary fantasy, Gabby is facing the question of what to do after high school when she uncovers a magical conspiracy. She meets a mysterious boy and discovers magic just might be real, but it comes at a cost. Now Gabby faces a choice more difficult than picking a university.
Darkhaven kicks off the Lightless Prophecy, a coming-of-age sci-fi fantasy adventure set largely in Austr...
2024-03-091h 31
Epic Fantasy Adventures, Books, Lore, and More!Fantasy, Lore, & More: Hunter's NightHi, I’m indie fantasy author, Melinda Kucsera, and in this episode, I talk about my book, Hunter’s Night.
What’s it about?
They took her daughter. Now she’s hunting them.
They kidnapped her baby and vanished without a trace. With no clues to follow and an injured companion to save, Robin must undertake a difficult journey to get help. But a wintry wonderland fraught with dangers lies between her and the one person who could find her daughter. Robin will do anything to save her baby, even become the one hunted in...
2024-03-0959 min
Epic Fantasy Adventures, Books, Lore, and More!Fantasy, Lore, & More: The Simple DeliveryHi, I’m indie fantasy author, Melinda Kucsera, and in this episode Andrew Claydon is joining me to talk about his book, The Simple Delivery.
What’s it about?
A reluctant village man finds himself on an extraordinary quest in this humorous fantasy adventure.
The Simple Delivery is a lighthearted, character-driven fantasy.
When ordinary Nicolas is chosen to deliver a message, he's thrown into an unfamiliar world of magic and monsters. All he wants is to complete his simple task and go home, but fate has other plans.
What’s in th...
2024-03-021h 19
Epic Fantasy Adventures, Books, Lore, and More!Fantasy, Lore, & More: Once Upon ThymeHi, I'm indie fantasy author, Melinda Kucsera, and in this episode, Celine Jeanjean is joining me to talk about her book, Once Upon Thyme.
What's it about?
In this quirky fairytale retelling, nothing goes as expected for Princess Adrianna. Her evil stepmother is obsessed with gardening, her stepsister is adorable, and her fairy godmother drinks and flirts with the gardener.
When Prince Charming proposes to her stepmother, Adrianna quits being a princess. But to save her home, she must find a way to get a prince to rescue and propose to her for...
2024-02-251h 12
Epic Fantasy Adventures, Books, Lore, and More!Fantasy, Lore, & More: The Chronicles of ChaosHi, I’m indie fantasy author, Melinda Kucsera, and in this episode of Fantasy, Lore, & More, Glen Dahlgren is joining me to talk about his newly completed series, The Chronicles of Chaos, including the The Game of War, The Child of Chaos, The House of Prophecy, and the soon-to-be-released The Realm of Gods.
What’s the series about?
The ninety-nine gods of Order—Good, Evil, Law, War, and many more—grip the world like a vice. Priests of War, the gods’ iron fists, collect tithes from the common folk, auctioning off anyone who can’t pay to become prope...
2024-02-241h 14
Epic Fantasy Adventures, Books, Lore, and More!Fantasy, Lore, & More: Shade of LightHi, I’m indie fantasy author, Melinda Kucsera, and in this episode, Kimberly Grymes is joining me to talk about her book, Shade of Light.
What’s it about?
A mind-infiltrating monster escapes captivity to uncover the mysteries of her past and purpose in this YA dark fantasy adventure.
Shade of Light kicks off the character-driven Three Shades Trilogy.
Believing herself a monster, Adele escapes the general holding her captive and returns home, only to encounter the mysterious Shade with similar powers, drawing her into a dangerous quest for self-discovery.
Wha...
2024-02-171h 12
Epic Fantasy Adventures, Books, Lore, and More!Fantasy, Lore, & More: Sky FallsHi, I’m indie fantasy author, Melinda Kucsera, and in this episode, Hannah Steenbock is joining me to talk about her book, Sky Falls.
What’s it about?
In this epic fantasy, a Pillar named Sky Falcon destined for ritual sacrifice daringly escapes using his magic and flees with his love. They plan to reunite after escaping through separate routes, but Sky makes a mistake leading him into danger. Can he escape again or will he end up bound for sacrifice after all?
Sky Falls continues the intense, fast-paced Winds of Destiny fantasy seri...
2024-02-101h 43Epic Fantasy Adventures, Books, Lore, and More!Fantasy, Lore, & More: Dark is the WoodHi, I’m indie fantasy author, Melinda Kucsera, and in this episode, Kristin Ward is joining me to talk about her book, Dark is the Wood.
What’s it about?
A young woman searching for her captured brother gets caught up with forbidden dragon lords in this heated fantasy romance.
Dark is the Wood is a character-driven fantasy romance, a mix of Beauty and the Beast and Red Riding Hood with dragons.
When Gillian enters the dragon-ruled Shadowlands to save her brother, she becomes an unwilling captive. But there's more to thes...
2024-02-1049 min
Epic Fantasy Adventures, Books, Lore, and More!Fantasy, Lore, & More: Empty HandsHi, I’m indie fantasy author, Melinda Kucsera, and in this episode, Joshua Blum is joining me to talk about his book, Empty Hands.
What’s it about?
Empty Hands is a blissfully self-aware martial arts fantasy that weaves elements of Saturday morning cartoons, Hong Kong kung fu cinema, Dungeons and Dragons, and 80s action films.
In a world where the elite Imperial Rangers receive magically assigned sidearms during the Drawing, Logan, the youngest and seemingly least capable Ranger, faces the challenges of training alongside seven others.
As they work through diff...
2024-01-281h 29
Epic Fantasy Adventures, Books, Lore, and More!Fantasy, Lore, & More: A Kiss of DaggersHi, I’m indie fantasy author, Melinda Kucsera, and in this episode, Christopher D. Schmitz is joining me to talk about his book, A Kiss of Daggers.
What’s it about?
A Kiss of Daggers is an action-packed, character-driven fantasy adventure set in the mystic land of honor, intrigue, and spellpunk arcana called Arcadeax.
The protagonist, Remy Keaton, trapped in the fey world by a childhood tragedy, faces forbidden love, dueling contests, and the horrors of Cathair Dé’s fighting arena.
The story unfolds with blood, elves, and duels, as Remy navigat...
2024-01-271h 30
Epic Fantasy Adventures, Books, Lore, and More!Fantasy, Lore, & More: Chasing FaeHi, I’m indie fantasy author, Melinda Kucsera, and in this episode, Cady Hammer is joining me to talk about her book, Chasing Fae.
What’s it about?
A mortal woman disguises herself as fae to uncover the truth about her brother's death in their world.
Chasing Fae is a character-driven fantasy novel.
When Grace's brother dies mysteriously in the fae realm, she sneaks in disguised as fae to investigate, forced to confront her prejudices as she unravels conspiracies.
What’s in this episode:
Cady Hammer will transp...
2024-01-211h 10
Epic Fantasy Adventures, Books, Lore, and More!Fantasy, Lore, & More: The Scribe ReactsHi, I’m indie fantasy author, Melinda Kucsera, and in this episode, I read three issues of my weekly fantasy newsletter: Jan 8, Jan 15, and Jan 22, and give you the behind the scenes inside scoop on what the characters really doing when I’m not writing about them.
About your host, Melinda Kucsera:
I am Melinda Kucsera, an indie fantasy author who wrote and published 20+ books since 2016 across 6 series. I write epic fantasy adventures about families and magical creatures who’re just trying to survive in a world that hates and fears magic but is steeped in it...
2024-01-2031 min
Epic Fantasy Adventures, Books, Lore, and More!Fantasy, Lore, & More: The Guild Master's DaughterHi, I’m indie fantasy author, Melinda Kucsera, and in this episode, Geneva Price is joining me to talk about her book, The Guild Master's Daughter.
What’s it about?
A gifted artist in 1816 New York discovers a magical ink that blurs the line between imagination and reality.
The Guild Master’s Daughter is a character-driven historical fantasy.
Gifted artist Faith must hide her talents in 1816 society, but when she learns of a mystical ink that makes drawings real, she’ll risk everything to master its magic, even as her stepfather tries to s...
2024-01-131h 53
Epic Fantasy Adventures, Books, Lore, and More!Fantasy, Lore, & More: The Hytharo ReduxHi, I’m indie fantasy author, Melinda Kucsera, and in this episode, Jonathan Weiss is joining me to talk about his book, The Hytharo Redux.
What’s it about?
A boy with mysterious powers searches for his past in a desert world where magic is tied to water.
The Hytharo Redux is a character-driven science fantasy novel.
Spiric journeys across a post-apocalyptic desert to uncover his origins and role as one of the extinct storm-calling Hytharo in a world where magic means power over the precious resource of water.
What...
2024-01-131h 53
Epic Fantasy Adventures, Books, Lore, and More!Fantasy, Lore, & More: Touch of FaeteHi, I’m indie fantasy author, Melinda Kucsera, and in this episode, Ligia de Wit is joining me to talk about her book, Touch of Faete.
What’s it about?
A seer and an immortal warrior get caught up in an ancient battle between the fae and their mortal enemies.
Touch of Faete is a character-driven urban fantasy romance.
When seer Ryanne meets Titus, she doesn’t get a fatal vision of their future together. But as a bradaí, Titus is the mortal enemy of her fae kind. As war looms, Ryanne m...
2024-01-061h 00
Epic Fantasy Adventures, Books, Lore, and More!Fantasy, Lore, & More: Tattoo of CrimsonHi, I’m indie fantasy author, Melinda Kucsera, and in this episode, Sarah Chislon is joining me to talk about her book, Tattoo of Crimson.
What’s it about?
A gently-bred herbalist races to stop a magical serial killer in this gaslamp fantasy murder mystery.
Tattoo of Crimson is a character-driven gaslamp fantasy novel.
Seeking a cure for her own fae-touched madness, herbalist Jessa Caldwell finds herself hunting an untraceable killer who leaves deadly magical tattoos on victims. She must ally with an Otherworldly being to stop the murders, even as it th...
2024-01-061h 31
Epic Fantasy Adventures, Books, Lore, and More!Fantasy, Lore, & More: Shadows Of The Ambassadorial HallsHi, I’m indie fantasy author, Melinda Kucsera, and in this episode, Amelia Nichole is joining me to talk about her book, Shadows Of The Ambassadorial Halls.
What’s it about?
Elemental powers, steam-powered vigilantes, and court intrigue collide in this epic fantasy adventure.
Shadows Of The Ambassadorial Halls is a plot-driven fantasy with romantic elements.
Sihara reluctantly agrees to an arranged marriage with Sebastian to keep her father in power so he can put an end to a hundred years of war. As if that wasn't enough, Sihara and her child...
2023-12-311h 39
Epic Fantasy Adventures, Books, Lore, and More!Fantasy, Lore, & More: The Midnight PrinceHi, I’m indie fantasy author, Melinda Kucsera, and in this episode. Angie Grigaliunas is joining me to talk about her book, The Midnight Prince.
What’s it about?
A prince and a servant get a second chance at love after uncovering the truth about their painful breakup years ago.
The Midnight Prince is a character-driven fantasy romance Cinderella retelling.
When Prince Kirran returns from war needing a wife, he's forced back into the life of Alia, the half-fey servant girl who broke his heart. But their memories of their breakup confli...
2023-12-301h 12
Epic Fantasy Adventures, Books, Lore, and More!Fantasy, Lore, & More: Blossom and Bone
Hi, I’m indie fantasy author, Melinda Kucsera, and in this episode Mary E Jung is joining me to talk about her book, Blossom and Bone.
What’s it about?
A vegetation witch and a bone witch must join forces on a magical quest in this romantic fantasy adventure.
Blossom and Bone is a character-driven fantasy romance standalone.
When Amé’s life's work is stolen, she must team up with the bone witch Xephriel, who suffers from a torturous magic condition, to recover her stolen magical seeds.
What’s in...
2023-12-1757 min
Epic Fantasy Adventures, Books, Lore, and More!Freya's Fairy Tails & Bite at a Time BooksHi, I’m indie fantasy author, Melinda Kucsera, and in this episode Freya Victoria is joining me to talk about her podcasts, Freya’s Fairy Tails & Bite at a Time Books.
What’s it about?
Freya talks about her podcasts, her process, and gives tips and advice about podcasting, social media scheduling and other things.
Where to listen to her podcasts:
All Freya’s podcasts: https://freyavictoria.com/the-podcasts/
Where to find our guest:
@freya.victoria.author everywhere but twitter: @authorfreya
Newsletter signup: https://freyavictoria.com/freyas...
2023-12-1030 min
Epic Fantasy Adventures, Books, Lore, and More!Fantasy, Lore, & More: The Forgotten BeastHi, I’m indie fantasy author, Melinda Kucsera, and in this episode Freya Victoria is joining me to talk about her book, The Forgotten Beast.
What’s it about?
A modern day woman gets transported to a fantastical prison world in this Beauty and the Beast retelling.
The Forgotten Beast is a character-driven, slow burn fantasy romance.
Set in a magical prison world, The Forgotten Beast puts a fresh spin on the classic Beauty and the Beast tale.
What’s in this episode:
Freya Victoria will transport us to a...
2023-12-101h 22
Epic Fantasy Adventures, Books, Lore, and More!Fantasy, Lore, & More: Dark ApprenticeHi, I’m indie fantasy author, Melinda Kucsera, and in this episode Val Neil is joining me to talk about her book, Dark Apprentice.
What’s it about?
A dark wizard seeks immortality from a deadly mage in this morally grey fantasy adventure.
Dark Apprentice is a character-driven dark fantasy novel.
Set in a world where dark magic is forbidden, Dark Apprentice follows the twisted relationship between an ambitious young wizard and the ancient mage he sees as his ticket to power.
What’s in this episode:
Val Ne...
2023-12-021h 11
Epic Fantasy Adventures, Books, Lore, and More!Stars & Angels Sing: Christmas Story PreviewHi I'm indie fantasy author, Melinda Kucsera, and I'm back with a preview of the musical audiobook I am creating for Christmas story, Stars & Angels Sing, and you can get a copy by backing the kickstarter: http://kck.st/3uyZ5OS
The preview includes:
the opening titles exactly as they will be in the audiobook I am creating
what the book is about
Ran's holiday rant
the first chapter of the Christmas story, starring Sarn and Ran.
Then I talk about the process of creating an audiobook with a royalty free musical score. It wasn't easy!
2023-12-0125 min
Epic Fantasy Adventures, Books, Lore, and More!Fantasy, Lore, & More: Priestess of HerculaneumHi, I’m indie fantasy author, Melinda Kucsera, and in this episode L.L. Nelson is joining me to talk about her book, Priestess of Herculaneum.
What’s it about?
A historian gets more than she bargained for when she travels back in time to ancient Herculaneum in this exciting time travel adventure.
Priestess of Herculaneum is a fast-paced, character-driven time travel fantasy.
Set in ancient Herculaneum, Priestess of Herculaneum is an action-packed historical fantasy.
What’s in this episode:
L.L. Nelson will take us back in tim...
2023-11-192h 29
Epic Fantasy Adventures, Books, Lore, and More!Fantasy, Lore, & More: Blood QueenHi, I’m indie fantasy author, Melinda Kucsera, and in this episode Caitlin Denman is joining me to talk about her new release, Blood Queen.
What’s it about?
Blood Queen follows Layla, the Blood Queen, as she struggles to bring peace to her unstable kingdom amidst rebellion, dissent, and a mysterious murderer. On the eve of her political marriage, one night of passion threatens everything.
Blood Queen is a character-driven fantasy thriller.
Set in a fantasy kingdom created by Caitlin Denman, Blood Queen is an exciting new fantasy thriller that releas...
2023-11-1859 min
Epic Fantasy Adventures, Books, Lore, and More!Fantasy, Lore, & More with A Meeting Of MonstersHi, I’m indie fantasy author, Melinda Kucsera, and in this episode Stephen M. Wallace is joining me to talk about his book, A Meeting Of Monsters.
What’s it about?
An unlikely duo teams up to take on a common foe in this monster-filled fantasy adventure.
A Meeting Of Monsters is a character-driven fantasy novella.
Set in the world created by Stephen M. Wallace, A Meeting Of Monsters is an action-packed fantasy adventure.
What’s in this episode:
Stephen M. Wallace will take us into a world...
2023-11-121h 33
Epic Fantasy Adventures, Books, Lore, and More!Are We Summoning the Gods? - Rogue Gods UpdateHi, I’m indie fantasy author, Melinda Kucsera, and in this episode, I’m talking all about Rogue Gods Trilogy and why the characters demanded that I write it now.
What’s this episode about:
I give an update about the Rogue Gods Trilogy
How’s the writing going?
How did this series come about?
This episode is full of spoilers!
About your host, Melinda Kucsera:
I am Melinda Kucsera, an indie fantasy author who wrote and published 20+ books since 2016 across 6 series. I write epic fantasy...
2023-11-0524 min
Epic Fantasy Adventures, Books, Lore, and More!Fantasy, Lore, & More: Wolves RunningHi, I’m indie fantasy author, Melinda Kucsera, and in this episode Deborah Jarvis is joining me to talk about her book, Wolves Running.
What's it about?
Wolves Running follows wolf shapeshifter Sasha Wellington as she navigates revealing her true nature to the world while training a newly discovered young shapeshifter. To balance her human life with her wolf family, she must risk everything to help achieve lasting peace.
Wolves Running is set in the shapeshifter world of the Symphonium series created by Deborah Jarvis, Wolves Running is an exciting new shapeshifter fantasy....
2023-10-281h 29
Epic Fantasy Adventures, Books, Lore, and More!Fantasy, Lore, & More: TwicetimeHi, I’m indie fantasy author, Melinda Kucsera, and in this episode, Carol Carman is joining me to talk about her book, Twicetime.
What’s it about?
Building a bodyguard to kill your aristocratic niece’s vengeful ex-husband should be easy for a witch. All you need is the right body and the right magic, and soon you have a mindless killer to do your bidding. Of course, it all depends on what the butler brings back from the cemetery. For Frances Stein, reanimating the dead is one thing, but convincing the corpse there’s life afte...
2023-10-141h 36
Epic Fantasy Adventures, Books, Lore, and More!Fantasy, Lore, & More: Curse Breaker FacetedHi, I’m indie fantasy author, Melinda Kucsera, and in this episode, I’m giving a quick update about my Kickstarter and reading you an excerpt from one of the books.
What's my Kickstarter about?
Get 2527 pages of epic fantasy adventures starring:
a reluctant mage
his precocious son/wannabe sidekick
Join their fight to survive and thrive in a world that hates and fears magic but is steeped in it.
Find out in 9 full-length adventures (almost a million words) collected into three 734-900 page omnibuses available as ebooks...
2023-10-0814 min
Epic Fantasy Adventures, Books, Lore, and More!Fantasy, Lore, & More: Curse Breaker DarkensHi, I’m indie fantasy author, Melinda Kucsera, and in this episode, I’m giving a quick update about my Kickstarter and reading you an excerpt from one of the books.
What's my Kickstarter about?
Get 2527 pages of epic fantasy adventures starring:
a reluctant mage
his precocious son/wannabe sidekick
Join their fight to survive and thrive in a world that hates and fears magic but is steeped in it.
Find out in 9 full-length adventures (almost a million words) collected into three 734-900 page omnibuses available as ebooks...
2023-10-0821 min
Epic Fantasy Adventures, Books, Lore, and More!Fantasy, Lore, & More: Half SwordHi, I’m indie fantasy author, Melinda Kucsera, and in this episode Christopher Matson is joining me to talk about his book, Half Sword.
What’s it about?
Half Sword is a historical fantasy novel that follows Simon the fool as he is pursued across medieval Europe by a sinister league of conjurers called the Apostles of Light. With only a broken sword and his shattered memories, Simon must uncover who he is and why he is drawn to 12th century Rome amidst a struggle for power between warring factions.
Half Sword is an ac...
2023-10-081h 55
Epic Fantasy Adventures, Books, Lore, and More!Fantasy, Lore, & More: Anakisha's DragonHi, I’m indie fantasy author, Melinda Kucsera, and in this episode Eileen Mueller is joining me to talk about her book, Anakisha's Dragon.
What’s it about?
When her brother is murdered, Anakisha joins a vigilante gang for revenge. Then she meets a dragon queen and must respond to a pirate crisis.
Anakisha's Dragon is an action-packed fantasy adventure. Set in Eileen Mueller's Dragons’ Realm world, Anakisha's Dragon brings epic dragons and swashbuckling pirates to life.
What’s in this episode:
Eileen Mueller will take us into a world of...
2023-09-301h 42
Epic Fantasy Adventures, Books, Lore, and More!Fantasy, Lore, & More: Lamp of LightHi, I’m indie fantasy author, Melinda Kucsera, and in this episode Alex H Singh is joining me to talk about his book, Lamp of Light.
What’s it about?
Lamp of Light is a fantasy adventure that follows Queen Esther Anna as she races to prove her innocence in her husband's murder. With a horrifying wendigo named Damian on her trail, she must find the magical Lamp of Light on a remote island before time runs out.
Lamp of Light is an action-packed, character-driven fantasy.
Set in the Fallen Kingdoms crea...
2023-09-241h 21
Epic Fantasy Adventures, Books, Lore, and More!Fantasy, Lore, & More: Courageous Women & Warring GodsHi, I’m indie fantasy author, Melinda Kucsera, and in this episode Charlotte Langtree is joining me to talk about her book, Fractured: Tales of Flame and Fury.
What’s it about?
Fractured: Tales of Flame and Fury is a fantasy short story collection that explores darkness across mystical worlds. It features tales of powerful magic, courageous women, warring gods, and ancient dragons stirring.
Fractured: Tales of Flame and Fury is a character-driven fantasy collection.
Set in fractured magical realms created by Charlotte Langtree, Fractured is an action-packed fantasy short story coll...
2023-09-161h 13
Epic Fantasy Adventures, Books, Lore, and More!Fantasy, Lore, & More: DarkstriderHi, I’m indie fantasy author, Melinda Kucsera, and in this episode Aaron Hodges is joining me to talk about his epic fantasy novel, Darkstrider.
What’s it about?
Mikael Heaton wakes in a strange new world where his very existence is outlawed. With his memories lost, he must forge alliances and uncover secrets of magic and technology to survive hostile forces and reclaim his destiny.
Darkstrider blends fantasy, science fiction, and progression in an imaginative new world.
What’s in this episode:
Aaron will read us an excerpt from Darkstr...
2023-09-161h 00
Epic Fantasy Adventures, Books, Lore, and More!Fantasy, Lore, & More: Hopepunk & The Relic ThiefHi, I’m indie fantasy author, Melinda Kucsera, and in this episode Jill Chard is joining me to talk about her book, The Relic Thief.
What’s it about?
The Relic Thief is a provocative story full of heists and adventures, intrigue and action - a real page-turner.
The Relic Thief is a character-driven fantasy adventure.
Set in the The Other Side of Darkness series created by Jill Chard, The Relic Thief is an action-packed, Hopepunk fantasy adventure.
What’s in this episode:
Jill Chard will take us int...
2023-09-091h 58
Epic Fantasy Adventures, Books, Lore, and More!Fantasy, Lore, & More: Dreaming Beauty & A Wild History of Fairy TalesHi, I’m indie fantasy author, Melinda Kucsera, and in this episode C. Rae D'Arc is joining me to talk about her book, Dreaming Beauty: Dreaming Princesses #1.
What’s it about?
Princess Emerald falls into a deep sleep after pricking her finger on a poisoned spindle and dreams she is in modern-day England. There she meets Caden and Mica, two young lords looking for adventure. The longer Emer dreams, the more she wonders which world is real and how to wake up before the poison spreads.
Dreaming Beauty is a fairy tale retelling of S...
2023-09-021h 35
Epic Fantasy Adventures, Books, Lore, and More!Fantasy, Lore, & More: HereticHi, I’m indie fantasy author, Melinda Kucsera, and in this episode Chris Mayne is joining me to talk about his book, Heretic.*
What’s it about?
Arlex just became the most powerful person on the planet, and it is the worst thing to ever happen to him...
Heretic is the start of humanity's final tale, studied and chronicled in its purest form, by the most preeminent of our future pre-historians. The epic Helios Saga begins here in book one of the Helios Rising trilogy, the opening chapter in the tale of our comi...
2023-08-271h 37
Epic Fantasy Adventures, Books, Lore, and More!Fantasy, Lore, & More: The Phoenix and the SwordHi, I’m indie fantasy author, Melinda Kucsera, and in this episode J.C. Snow is joining me to talk about her book, The Phoenix and the Sword.
What’s it about?
Cursed with immortality and destroying fire, Aili Fallon will cross life and death to find the truth.
The Phoenix and the Sword is a queer epic fantasy novel set in a world of spiritual powers, past lives, and beings of myth and legend. Unexpected, multilayered, and beautiful, The Phoenix and the Sword begins a tale of love and adventure that crosses cent...
2023-08-261h 12
Epic Fantasy Adventures, Books, Lore, and More!Fantasy, Lore, & More: RadaHi, I’m indie fantasy author, Melinda Kucsera, and in this episode Tracy Joyce is joining me to talk about her book, Rada.
What’s it about?
Welcome to the Zaragarian Empire.
Rada's newborn sister is disfigured and her father has decreed that her fate lies at the Seat of the Gods. Rada knows what that means - he wants her sister dead.
To save both her sister and her mother, Rada must find the Emperor and beseech him for help. Rada is six. The Emperor terrifies her, but there is no o...
2023-08-251h 27
Epic Fantasy Adventures, Books, Lore, and More!Fantasy, Lore, & More: A Breaking of RealmsHi, I’m indie fantasy author, Melinda Kucsera, and in this episode Jasmine Young is joining me to talk about her upcoming book, A Breaking of Realms.
What’s it about?
Build realms. Follow the rules. Never go rogue. The Realm-Building Enterprise is open to all. Under the laws of the Republic of Aranor Elondris, anyone may rise to glory and become the next legendary dragon rider. All it takes is hatching an egg—a legal one, that is.
Skálda Branwright dreams of leaving the Longcold and becoming the first Dragonlord to build a...
2023-08-201h 23
Epic Fantasy Adventures, Books, Lore, and More!Fantasy, Lore, & More: Embrace of the ShadeHi, I’m indie fantasy author, Melinda Kucsera, and in this episode Kayla Hansen joins me to talk about her book, Embrace of the Shade.
What’s it about?
Amarie’s legendary magic could incinerate her enemies, but it’s her sword she trusts. While running from the men who killed her family, she learns of an ancient text locked within the Great Library that might be the final key. During the daring theft, a stranger inserts himself into her scheme. Kin’s life, riddled with shadows and death, is as dark as his soul. He embrace...
2023-08-191h 54
Epic Fantasy Adventures, Books, Lore, and More!Fantasy, Lore, & More: The Crystal PawnHi, I’m indie fantasy author, Melinda Kucsera, and in this episode Deb Jarvis is joining me to talk about her book, The Crystal Pawn.
What’s it about?
Deirdre Hawes has always dreamed of meeting her father, but the reality of who he is and where he is from exceeds her wildest imagination. The Crystal Pawn is a character-driven fantasy adventure. Set in a magical land created by Deb Jarvis, The Crystal Pawn brings shapeshifters, clans, and an impending war to life.
What’s in this episode:
Deb Jarvis will take u...
2023-08-181h 02
Epic Fantasy Adventures, Books, Lore, and More!Fantasy, Lore, & More: Demons & Battleskirts Volume 1Hi, I’m indie fantasy author, Melinda Kucsera, and in this episode Belinda Crawford is joining me to talk about her book, Demons & Battleskirts Volume 1.
What’s it about?
Enter a dark new urban fantasy filled with reincarnated superheroines, inter-dimensional demons and immortal enemies.
Demons & Battleskirts Volume 1 is an action-packed urban fantasy. Set in Belinda Crawford's Battleskirts world, Demons & Battleskirts brings reincarnated warriors and demon hordes to life.
What’s in this episode:
Belinda Crawford will take us into a world of reincarnated superheroines and demon hordes with an excerp...
2023-08-1353 min
Epic Fantasy Adventures, Books, Lore, and More!Fantasy, Lore, & More: Lady of RavensmereHi, I’m indie fantasy author, Melinda Kucsera, and in this episode Mary McKenna is joining me to talk about her book, Lady of Ravensmere.
What’s it about?
Lady of Ravensmere is a coming-of-age fantasy that follows a young woman's journey to protect her people and her home.
Set in an immersive fantasy world, Lady of Ravensmere is an exciting and character-driven tale.
What’s in this episode:
Mary McKenna will take us into a world of intrigue with an excerpt from Lady of Ravensmere. We'll explore aspects of the...
2023-08-121h 26
Epic Fantasy Adventures, Books, Lore, and More!Fantasy, Lore, & More: Heroes of IssaliaHi, I’m Melinda Kucsera, your indie fantasy author, and today Jeff Kohanek is joining me to discuss his epic fantasy bundle, Heroes of Issalia Super Box Set.
With over 2,500 pages of magical adventures across two interconnected fantasy series, this collection is perfect for readers who love expansive worlds and nonstop action.
What’s in this episode:
Jeff will read an excerpt from one of the books.
We’ll learn about building complex fantasy worlds across multiple series.
We’ll discuss writing heroic journeys and character growth over many books.
2023-08-1150 min
Epic Fantasy Adventures, Books, Lore, and More!Fantasy, Lore, & More: Summoning and SacrificeHi, I'm Melinda Kucsera, your indie fantasy author, and today, Nathan Hartle is joining me to talk about his epic fantasy book, Summoning and Sacrifice.
In this expansive fantasy tale, a hunted servant named Shada embarks on a dangerous quest to find her city's missing god and save her people from ruin. She'll journey to the ends of the universe alongside a motley crew of companions.
What's in this episode:
Nathan will read an excerpt from Summoning and Sacrifice.
We'll find out what to expect from the next book in the...
2023-08-041h 19
Epic Fantasy Adventures, Books, Lore, and More!Fantasy, Lore & More with Heir of SvartånHi, I’m indie fantasy author, Melinda Kucsera, and in this episode Laura Nelson is joining me to talk about her book, Heir of Svartån.
What’s it about?
Heir of Svartån is an action-packed YA Norse fantasy adventure. Heir of Svartån follows a 17-year-old girl who gets transported into a video game world and discovers she's the heir to a powerful ruler.
What’s in this episode:
Laura will take us into a world of Norse mythology, video games, and epic magical battles with an excerpt from Heir of S...
2023-07-302h 00
Epic Fantasy Adventures, Books, Lore, and More!Fantasy, Lore & More with Bastards of LibertyHi, I'm indie fantasy author, Melinda Kucsera, and in this episode Matthew Zorich is joining me to discuss his book, Bastards of Liberty.
What's it about?
In the heart of the Holy Imperium, a family's lives are shattered. The three Ashburn siblings journey through political forces and deep worldbuilding in an alternative America where orcs, elves, and dwarves fight for rights under a newly formed royal government.
When the death of one sibling could spark revolution, will the Ashburns find justice, or will events spin out of their control? Immerse yourself in this gr...
2023-07-291h 30
Epic Fantasy Adventures, Books, Lore, and More!Fantasy, Lore, & More: In Sleep You KnowHi, I'm indie fantasy author, Melinda Kucsera, and in this episode Christiane Knight is joining me to talk about her book, In Sleep You Know.
What’s it about?
Even the grittiest blue collar city has a spark of magic under the surface; but in Baltimore, graffiti holds secret messages and artists are the spellcasters. Abandoned buildings hide ancient beings, and at the local club, you might find yourself rubbing shoulders with menacing and otherworldly creatures. If you know how to look, of course.
In Sleep You Know is a contemporary urban fantasy se...
2023-07-231h 17
Epic Fantasy Adventures, Books, Lore, and More!Fantasy, Lore, & More: Cathars & imPerfect MagicHi, I’m indie fantasy author, Melinda Kucsera, and in this episode C.N. Rowan is joining me to talk about the first book in his dark urban fantasy series, imPerfect Magic.
What’s it about?
After hundreds of years of dying, an eternally reincarnating Cathar priest in 12th century France pops back up in the nearest corpse in modern day. Now his territory is under threat, and if he can’t stop whoever’s behind it, all of reality might be in danger.
Set in France, imPerfect Magic is a fast-paced, darkly comedic ur...
2023-07-081h 15
Epic Fantasy Adventures, Books, Lore, and More!Fantasy, Lore, and More: The Blood of the LionHi, I’m indie fantasy author, Melinda Kucsera, and today I’m speaking with Chelsea McKenna, author of the epic fantasy series The Vorelian Saga, beginning with Book 1: The Blood of the Lion.
What’s it about?
The Blood of the Lion follows three characters whose destinies intertwine as chaos and war spread through the world of Vorelea. Syra holds a dangerous relic hunted by unknown forces. King Morei descends into a curse that could undo his kingdom. And Cyrus, the first Dragon Rider in centuries, is drawn into a prophecy he wants no part of. No o...
2023-06-241h 35
Epic Fantasy Adventures, Books, Lore, and More!Fantasy, Lore, and More: Crown PrinceHi, I’m indie fantasy author, Melinda Kucsera, and today W.D. Kilpack III joins me to discuss the first book in his series New Blood, Crown Prince.
What’s it about?
Natharr is Guardian of Maarihk. He and others before him have protected mankind since the Olde Gods walked. With Sight, Natharr Sees what will be and, as his father did before him, planned for decades to save newborn Crown Prince Vikari and help him reclaim the throne from the tyrannical Brandt of the Green.
What’s in this episode:
W.D. Kilp...
2023-06-171h 02
Epic Fantasy Adventures, Books, Lore, and More!Fantasy, Lore, and More: Winds of Destiny
Hi, I’m indie fantasy author, Melinda Kucsera, and in this episode Hannah Steenbock is joining me to talk about her book South Breaks, the first in a series following magic users fighting against tyranny.
What’s it about?
A lost love. A broken destiny. A new chance. South has given everything to the Holy Empire until a rockfall gives her a second chance at the life stolen from her. Torn between family and love, South struggles to find purpose until the Priests abduct her niece. Rescuing the girl means returning where discovery means...
2023-06-101h 26
Epic Fantasy Adventures, Books, Lore, and More!Fantasy, Lore, Crusades, and More: Dark Lament***Listener discretion is advised due to the graphic violence in the excerpt and a child in a scary situation. The child isn't harmed.***
Hi, I’m indie fantasy author, Melinda Kucsera, and in this episode, Simon Graeme is joining me to talk about his book, Dark Lament.
What’s it about?
Vas, a healer who channels divine light, turns to forbidden necromancy to resurrect his dead uncle, unleashing horrors that demand lives in return. When darkness seeks him out, Vas must choose between watching his new family perish or embracing darkness itself to save them...
2023-05-2847 min
Epic Fantasy Adventures, Books, Lore, and More!Fantasy, Slavic Lore, and More: Autumn ChaosHi, I’m indie fantasy author, Melinda Kucsera, and in this episode, the author duo Olga and Mark, who write under the pen name, Olena Nikitin, are
joining me to talk about their book, Autumn Chaos.
What’s it about?
Exiled for offending the king, Lady Inanuan must navigate intrigue and monsters while solving a mystery that could devastate the kingdom. After saving the life of Captain Marcach, forbidden magic creates an intense rivalry between warriors and awakens Ina’s ancient powers and desires.
Inspired by Slavic mythology and fantasy, ...
2023-05-2745 min
Epic Fantasy Adventures, Books, Lore, and More!Fantasy, Lore, and More: The Revenge of Bridget ClearyHi, I’m indie fantasy author, Melinda Kucsera, and in this episode, Mathilda Zeller is joining me to talk about her debut novel, The Revenge of Bridget Cleary.
What’s it about?
Exiled from the fairy realm, Brigid Cleary finds herself torn between vengeance, love, and loyalty as she navigates Victorian England. With midsummer fast approaching, Brigid only has until the solstice to steal back her fairy gold and gather her father’s blood to re-enter the fairy mound she once called home.
Inspired by Irish folklore, the Pre-Raphaelite art movement, and the...
2023-05-2632 min