The superhero genre is alive and well in Becoming Glitch. Daniel Sayre and I chat about his take on this diverse genre in relation to his debut novel Becoming Glitch. We also discuss running obstacle courses, the challenges of marketing, and moral boundaries as explored by stories about superhumans. As usual, there are also the Big Questions. Books of his we discuss: Becoming Glitch Further info on this and other episodes, as well as author info and content, can be found at ⁠⁠⁠AlternateFutures.co.uk⁠⁠⁠ If you're on Wordpress.com, you can follow the podcast at ⁠⁠⁠alternatefuturespodca ..read more

Matt and I discuss the relaunch of his Gunn Files series and how he's using Kickstarter to fund the project: ⁠⁠The Gunn Files Kickstarter For authors, we delve into many of the nuances of running a Kickstarter campaign including how to decide on tiers and choosing your target. If you're a fan of Men In Black-type stories, or the Dresden Files, why not check out his kickstarter? As usual, there are also the Big Questions. Books of his we discuss: The Gunn Files Further info on this and other episodes, as well as author info and content, can be found at ⁠⁠⁠AlternateFutures.co.uk⁠⁠⁠ If you'r ..read more

Chris and I discuss his latest book, "Shattered Time", which explores the consequences of time travel and trying to do good without understanding the complexity of the system you're working in. We also delve into the potential of artificial intelligence in writing and publishing processes, and its impact on the scientific and historical fields. As usual, there are also the Big Questions. Books of his we discuss: Shattered Time Further info on this and other episodes, as well as author info and content, can be found at ⁠⁠AlternateFutures.co.uk⁠⁠ If you're on Wordpress.com, you can follow t ..read more

In this episode, I chat with Jessie Kwak about imaginary worlds, cybernetic implants, and heist stories in space. We also discuss the inspiration of Scottish castles, hosting your own authors' summit, and the experience of being shot. As usual, there's also The Big Questions. Books of hers we discuss are: The Bulari Saga, The Nanshe Chronicles, Crooked Anthology. Further info on this and other episodes, as well as author info and content, can be found at ⁠⁠AlternateFutures.co.uk⁠⁠ If you're on Wordpress.com, you can follow the podcast at ⁠⁠alternatefuturespodcast.wordpress.com⁠⁠ Fina ..read more

In this episode, I chat with Clayton Rumley about game development, his interest in Star Trek, and considerations when writing about pre-recorded human history. We also chat about being a cemetary groudskeeper, time travel, and generation ships. As usual, there's also The Lightning Round and The Big Questions. Books of his we discuss are: Holocene. Further info on this and other episodes, as well as author info and content, can be found at AlternateFutures.co.uk If you're on Wordpress.com, you can follow the podcast at alternatefuturespodcast.wordpress.com Finally, you can follo ..read more

In the conclusion to the 2-part interview with Sophie McKeand we chat about CopyLeft publishing, the use of generative AI in the creative fields, and the importance of the poetic mind. We also discuss generational acceptance of AI, generative AI as a window into the human mind, and what should be considered in a test for self-awareness. There are also The Lightning Round and The Big Questions. Books of hers we discuss are: The MthR trilogy. Further info on this and other episodes, as well as author info and content, can be found at AlternateFutures.co.uk If you're on Wordpress.com, you ca ..read more

In this episode (Part 1 of 2), I chat with Sophie McKeand about moving into a van, her thoughts on the UK schizm of 2016 (i.e. Brexit), and writing with sensitivity. We also discuss the dangers of catastrophizing, the necessity of social and personal honesty, and the importance of storytelling. The Lightning Round and The Big Questions are in Part 2 (episode 47). Books of hers we discuss are: The MthR trilogy. Further info on this and other episodes, as well as author info and content, can be found at AlternateFutures.co.uk If you're on Wordpress.com, you can follow the podcast at&nb ..read more

In this episode, I chat with K. Gorman about her love of Asian History, the quality of and options for dictating stories, and the novel as an outlet for the darkness within. We also discuss her language disclaimers, the role of Canada in the future of humanity, and just how real might the characters we create be? In addition, we go to a few dark places from the 59 minutes mark to 1:04, so tread carefully. As usual, there's also The Lightning Round and The Big Questions. Books of hers we discuss are: The Elemental Wars and The Eurynome Code. Further info on this and other episodes, as well ..read more

In this episode, I chat with Kate Sheeran Swed about plastic dinosaurs in the workplace, her recent experiences using Kickstarter, and a love of space westerns. We also discuss transitioning from musician to author, the challenges of novelizing superhero stories, and what happens when artificial intelligences get emotions. As usual, there's also The Lightning Round and The Big Questions. Books of hers we discuss are: The Parse Galaxy series, The League of Independent Operatives series, and The Toccata Systems trilogy. Further info on this and other episodes, as well as author info and con ..read more

In this episode, I chat with M.G. Herron about using Kickstarter to fund and promote books, how he approaches his story creation, and the aliens among us. We also discuss his enjoyment of hiking and rock climbing, why he loves Scrivener, and ancient civilization portal stories. As usual, there's also The Lightning Round and The Big Questions. Books of his we discuss are: The Gunn Files, Relics of the Ancients, The Translocator Trilogy. Further info on this and other episodes, as well as author info and content, can be found at AlternateFutures.co.uk If you're on Wordpress.com, you ..read more