The Pint and Portal Author Podcast

Do you have what it takes to build new worlds? Ericka Evren is looking to inspire hope, which is something you don’t always get in science fiction. Today I talk to Ericka about what drove her to write her first novel, Mission of the Ro’arck over COVID lockdown, how things changed as she wrote her second novel, Echoes of Destiny, and how she sought to inspire her readers through the journey of her main character. Ericka and I had a great conversation. I hope you’ll join us as we talk about building new worlds. Find Her debut novel Mission of the Ro’arck  And Echoes of Destiny, which releases February 29. * * * Check out her website - https://erickaevren.com/  Find her on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/erickaevrenauthor/  And Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/erickaevrenauthor  * * *  **This show uses affiliate links You can check out this episode on all major streaming platforms & YouTube - https://linktr.ee/greatestinthemultiverse  Support me on Patreon for as little as $5 per month to receive early access to episodes and more. https://www.patreon.com/thegreatestpodcastinthemultiverse  Join me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/greatestpodcastinthemultiverse or my Facebook community: https:www.facebook.com/greatestpodcastinthemultiverse  Also, be sure to check out my Science Fiction book, Eclipse, https://books2read.com/eclipse-podcast And my new releases Chimera - https://books2read.com/chimera-fractured-orbit  And Resurgence - https://books2read.com/resurgence-fractured-orbit  * * * Episode recorded using RiversideFM -  Sign up today for access to premium recordings. - https://www.riverside.fm/?via=herman-steuernagel

What does it take to build an empire?Christopher Ruocchio has been working on his for his entire life—both his literal writing empire, and the Sollan Empire, which is featured in his Sun Eater series.I am so honored to have Christopher featured on the show today. We of course chat about his books, his writing journey until this point, what has influenced his worlds, and we have a bit of fun chatting about the Roman Empire and smattering of world history. I loved chatting with Christopher, and I hope this will be the first of many episodes where I have him as a guest.Join us as we explore his empire.* * *Check out his website - https://www.sollanempire.com/ Find him on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_ruocchio/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheRuocchio And YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@SunEaterBooks * * * **This show uses affiliate linksYou can check out this episode on all major streaming platforms & YouTube - https://linktr.ee/greatestinthemultiverse Support me on Patreon for as little as $5 per month to receive early access to episodes and more. https://www.patreon.com/thegreatestpodcastinthemultiverse Join me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/greatestpodcastinthemultiverse or my Facebook community: https:www.facebook.com/greatestpodcastinthemultiverse Also, be sure to check out my Science Fiction book, Eclipse, https://books2read.com/eclipse-podcastAnd my new releases Chimera - https://books2read.com/chimera-fractured-orbit And Resurgence - https://books2read.com/resurgence-fractured-orbit * * *Episode recorded using RiversideFM -  Sign up today for access to premium recordings. - https://www.riverside.fm/?via=herman-steuernagel

Have you ever wondered how to go about creating an Author Legacy?  Welcome to The Greatest Podcast in the Multiverse.  This week’s guest is ZS Diamanti - the always delightful fantasy author who’s books Stone and Sky, and the newly released Stone and Tide which have taken social media by storm.  We chat about how ZS set himself up for success, his writing and marketing processes, and of course, his Stone and Sky series.  Join us as we explore his fun and adventurous fantasy worlds. * * * Check out his website - https://zsdiamanti.com/  Find him on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/zsdiamanti/  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ZSDiamantiAuthor  And Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@zsdiamanti    * * *  **This show uses affiliate links You can check out this episode on all major streaming platforms & YouTube - https://linktr.ee/greatestinthemultiverse  Support me on Patreon for as little as $5 per month to receive early access to episodes and more. https://www.patreon.com/thegreatestpodcastinthemultiverse  Join me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/greatestpodcastinthemultiverse or my Facebook community: https:www.facebook.com/greatestpodcastinthemultiverse  Also, be sure to check out my Science Fiction book, Eclipse, https://books2read.com/eclipse-podcast And my new releases Chimera - https://books2read.com/chimera-fractured-orbit  And Resurgence - https://books2read.com/resurgence-fractured-orbit  * * * Episode recorded using RiversideFM -  Sign up today for access to premium recordings. - https://www.riverside.fm/?via=herman-steuernagel

My most meta episode yet! Welcome to the first multiverse episode of The Greatest Podcast in the Multiverse I am so excited today to chat with M.K. Williams about her book The Infinite Infinite and the role the trope of the multiverse plays in science fiction writing. We chat about what inspired her to write about the multiverse, some of our favourite multiverse books and shows, and of course what choice she made that would have changed her reality. * * * Check out her YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@1MKWilliams Find her books : https://1mkwilliams.com/catalog/ Check out her website - https://1mkwilliams.com Find her on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/1mkwilliams/ And Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/1mkwilliams * * * **This show uses affiliate links You can check out this episode on all major streaming platforms & YouTube - https://linktr.ee/greatestinthemultiverse Support me on Patreon for as little as $5 per month to receive early access to episodes and more. https://www.patreon.com/thegreatestpodcastinthemultiverse Join me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/greatestpodcastinthemultiverse or my Facebook community: https:www.facebook.com/greatestpodcastinthemultiverse Also, be sure to check out my Science Fiction book, Eclipse, https://books2read.com/eclipse-podcast And my new releases Chimera - https://books2read.com/chimera-fractured-orbit And Resurgence - https://books2read.com/resurgence-fractured-orbit * * * Episode recorded using RiversideFM - Sign up today for access to premium recordings. - https://www.riverside.fm/?via=herman-steuernagel

Join Liz Delton, author of cozy fantasy and steampunk novels, as she shares her journey from stage management to storytelling. She dives into the enchanting blend of cozy fantasy and steampunk, emphasizing its warm, community-driven themes. Discover the ins and outs of launching a Kickstarter campaign for her unique book projects, including collaborations and design insights. Liz also discusses balancing genre expectations and her transition to new fantasy ventures, making for a delightful exploration of creativity and community in literature.

Can you have a Fantasy story without magic? Welcome to The Greatest Podcast in the Multiverse. This week I chat with Marian L. Thorpe about her Empire’s Legacy series. A historical fiction series that’s set in a world other than our own. We chat about the world she’s created, the real-world history that’s inspired her, and what it means to have a fantasy series without any magic or dragons. If you like the political structuring and cultural ingenuity of books like Game of Thrones this might be a series for you! Join us as we travel back in time, to a different world. * * * You can order Empires Daughter on your favorite platform : https://books2read.com/u/4XEaK9 Or on the Scarlett Ferret - https://scarletferret.com/books/empires-daughter Check out her website - https://marianlthorpe.com/ Find her on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/marianlthorpewriter/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/marianlthorpe Blue Sky: https://bsky.app/profile/marianlthorpe.bsky.social * * * **This show uses affiliate links You can check out this episode on all major streaming platforms & YouTube - https://linktr.ee/greatestinthemultiverse Support me on Patreon for as little as $5 per month to receive early access to episodes and more. https://www.patreon.com/thegreatestpodcastinthemultiverse Join me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/greatestpodcastinthemultiverse or my Facebook community: https:www.facebook.com/greatestpodcastinthemultiverse Also, be sure to check out my Science Fiction book, Eclipse, https://books2read.com/eclipse-podcast And my new release Chimera - https://books2read.com/chimera-fractured-orbit * * * Episode recorded using RiversideFM - Sign up today for access to premium recordings. - https://www.riverside.fm/?via=herman-steuernagel

Welcome to "The Greatest Podcast in the Multiverse." In this episode, we're joined by Zamil Akhtar, the talented author behind the dark fantasy novel, "Gunmetal Gods." Zamil will delve deep into the horror elements that pervade his work, drawing parallels with the master of cosmic horror, H.P. Lovecraft. Additionally, having lived in both Dubai and America, Zamil offers a unique perspective on storytelling, shedding light on how his bicultural experiences have shaped his nuanced approach to understanding and presenting multiple sides of a narrative. Join us as we traverse the shadowy realms of dark fantasy and the intricate tapestries of cross-cultural narratives. * * * You can order Gunmetal Gods on Amazon : https://books2read.com/u/mKV1ZB https://books2read.com/u/mKV1ZB Check out his website - https://zamilakhtar.com/ Find him on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/zamilakhtarauthor/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/zamakhtar And Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/zamakhtar1 * * * **This show uses affiliate links You can check out this episode on all major streaming platforms & YouTube - https://linktr.ee/greatestinthemultiverse Support me on Patreon for as little as $5 per month to receive early access to episodes and more. https://www.patreon.com/thegreatestpodcastinthemultiverse or my Facebook community: https:www.facebook.com/greatestpodcastinthemultiverse Also, be sure to check out my Science Fiction book, Eclipse, https://books2read.com/eclipse-podcast And my new release Chimera - https://books2read.com/chimera-fractured-orbit * * * Episode recorded using RiversideFM - Sign up today for access to premium recordings. - https://www.riverside.fm/?via=herman-steuernagel

Part-time writer, full-time pirate. Today’s guest is the super talented Liz Shipton, who decided to bring her sea adventures to life in the form of her dystopian books. Her debut novel Salt, is the first book of her Thlassic series, and her upcoming release Paz is the fourth book in her ever growing series. We talk about life at sea, writing two different versions of the same series, as well as Liz’s recent success on TikTok as well as tips for her fellow authors. Set sail for a fun conversation! 🏴‍☠️ * * * You can order Salt (🌶️version) on Amazon : https://books2read.com/u/4Xeyoa Or the YA version on her website: https://lizshipton.com/ Preorder Paz : https://books2read.com/u/3yQ8Zv Check out herwebsite - https://lizshipton.com/ Find her on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lizshiptonauthor And TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@lizshiptonauthor * * * **This show uses affiliate links You can check out this episode on all major streaming platforms & YouTube - https://linktr.ee/greatestinthemultiverse Support me on Patreon for as little as $5 per month to receive early access to episodes and more. https://www.patreon.com/thegreatestpodcastinthemultiverse Join me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/greatestpodcastinthemultiverse or my Facebook community: https:www.facebook.com/greatestpodcastinthemultiverse Also, be sure to check out my Science Fiction book, Eclipse, https://books2read.com/eclipse-podcast And my new release Chimera - * * * Episode recorded using RiversideFM - Sign up today for access to premium recordings. - https://www.riverside.fm/?via=herman-steuernagel

Welcome to today's episode, where we're exploring the captivating world of dark fantasy with the talented author, James Dulin. Many of you will know him from his riveting debut novel, "No Heart for A Thief." Today, James will share with us his unique writing journey and give us a tantalizing glimpse into his upcoming sequel, "No Safe Haven," set to hit the shelves later this month. We'll also journey through the intricacies of dark fantasy, discussing its nuances and the spectrum of expectations readers hold for the genre. We'll touch on the challenges and advantages dark fantasy offers in the realm of book marketing. Whether you're a seasoned fan of the subgenre or a newcomer eager to explore, this conversation promises to be a treat. * * * You can order No Heart for A Thief on Amazon : https://books2read.com/u/4jB6Xk And Preorder No Safe Haven : https://books2read.com/u/mgRapX Check out his website - https://www.jamesldulin.com/ Find him on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jameslloyd27/ * * * **This show uses affiliate links You can check out this episode on all major streaming platforms & YouTube - https://linktr.ee/greatestinthemultiverse Support me on Patreon for as little as $5 per month to receive early access to episodes and more. https://www.patreon.com/thegreatestpodcastinthemultiverse Join me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/greatestpodcastinthemultiverse or my Facebook community: https:www.facebook.com/greatestpodcastinthemultiverse Also, be sure to check out my Science Fiction book, Eclipse, https://books2read.com/eclipse-podcast And my new release Chimera - https://books2read.com/chimera-fractured-orbit * * * Episode recorded using RiversideFM - Sign up today for access to premium recordings. - https://www.riverside.fm/?via=herman-steuernagel

Author Toni Morrison once said “If you find a book you really want to read but it hasn’t been written yet, then you must write it.” Today’s guest took that advice to heart. In her search for fantasy stories with a middle-aged black woman protganist, Tatiana Obey came up short. As a result, she wrote her upcoming novel, Sistah Samurai, an homage to the anime classic, Afro Samurai, and pulling in inspiration from other anime and written works to put together a piece of literature that spoke to her. It’s an inspirational tale, and we have an introspective chat about the novel, the subgenre of Action Fantasy, as well as Tatiana’s journey into writing. * * * You can order Sistah Samurai on your favorite platform : https://books2read.com/u/bOevpQ Check out her website - https://www.tatianaobey.com/ Find her on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/obeytheauthor/ and TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@obeytheauthor * * * **This show uses affiliate links You can check out this episode on all major streaming platforms & YouTube - https://www.greatestpodcastinthemultiverse.com/podcast-links Support me on Patreon for as little as $5 per month to receive early access to episodes and more. https://www.patreon.com/thegreatestpodcastinthemultiverse Join me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/greatestpodcastinthemultiverse or my Facebook community: https:www.facebook.com/greatestpodcastinthemultiverse Also, be sure to check out my Science Fiction book, Eclipse, https://books2read.com/eclipse-podcast And my new release Chimera - https://books2read.com/chimera-fractured-orbit * * * Episode recorded using RiversideFM - Sign up today for access to premium recordings. - https://www.riverside.fm/?via=herman-steuernagel