The Fantasy Inn Podcast
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A podcast about fantasy, science fiction, and the broader speculative fiction industry. Episodes air twice a month and include discussions about trending topics in the industry; interviews with authors, editors, podcasters, and more; and the occasional raving about the books we love.
The Fantasy Inn Podcast
2y ago
Travis interviews Lauren Panepinto, Creative Director of Orbit Books, about book design and more. Lauren and Travis discuss how a book cover gets made, how fonts and color theory attract a reader's eye, and the origin of the cloaked figure on so many fantasy covers.
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About Lauren Panepinto:
After 15 years designing and art directing book covers, Lauren Panepinto has worked in every publishing genre and collaborated with artists of all disciplines. As the Creative Director of the Orbit Books division of the Hachette Bo ..read more
The Fantasy Inn Podcast
2y ago
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Intro: "The Legend of Iya" courtesy of https://philter.no
Outro: "A Quest Unfolds" courtesy of https://philter.no
This episode of The Fantasy Inn podcast was recorded in the unceded territory of the S’atsoyaha (Yuchi) and ᏣᎳᎫᏪᏘᏱ Tsalaguwetiyi (Eastern Cherokee Band) peoples.
Some of the links included in these show notes are affiliate links and support the podcast at no additional cost to you. If it's an option for you, we encour ..read more
The Fantasy Inn Podcast
2y ago
Want your message featured on the podcast? Find out more here.
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Buy Us a Coffee
Music:
Intro: "The Legend of Iya" courtesy of https://philter.no
Outro: "A Quest Unfolds" courtesy of https://philter.no
This episode of The Fantasy Inn podcast was recorded in the unceded territory of the S’atsoyaha (Yuchi) and ᏣᎳᎫᏪᏘᏱ Tsalaguwetiyi (Eastern Cherokee Band) peoples.
Some of the links included in these show notes are affiliate links and support the podcast at no additional cost to you. If it's an option for you, we encour ..read more
The Fantasy Inn Podcast
2y ago
Want your message featured on the podcast? Find out more here.
Find Us Online:
Blog
Discord
Twitter
Instagram
Support Us:
Become a Patron
Buy Us a Coffee
Music:
Intro: "The Legend of Iya" courtesy of https://philter.no
Outro: "A Quest Unfolds" courtesy of https://philter.no
This episode of The Fantasy Inn podcast was recorded in the unceded territory of the S’atsoyaha (Yuchi) and ᏣᎳᎫᏪᏘᏱ Tsalaguwetiyi (Eastern Cherokee Band) peoples.
Some of the links included in these show notes are affiliate links and support the podcast at no additional cost to you. If it's an option for you, we encour ..read more
The Fantasy Inn Podcast
2y ago
Want your message featured on the podcast? Find out more here.
Find Us Online:
Blog
Discord
Twitter
Instagram
Support Us:
Become a Patron
Buy Us a Coffee
Music:
Intro: "The Legend of Iya" courtesy of https://philter.no
Outro: "A Quest Unfolds" courtesy of https://philter.no
This episode of The Fantasy Inn podcast was recorded in the unceded territory of the S’atsoyaha (Yuchi) and ᏣᎳᎫᏪᏘᏱ Tsalaguwetiyi (Eastern Cherokee Band) peoples.
Some of the links included in these show notes are affiliate links and support the podcast at no additional cost to you. If it's an option for you, we encour ..read more
The Fantasy Inn Podcast
2y ago
Travis interviews author Melissa Caruso about the second book in her Rooks and Ruin trilogy, The Quicksilver Court, which is available now from Orbit Books. Loyalties are tested and nations clash in this fresh epic fantasy book bursting with adventure, intrigue, ambition, and deadly magic.
Melissa and Travis discuss the battle tactics of LARPing, writing settings as a character, and her tried and true Oh Shit Chain method of writing.
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Melissa Caruso Recommends:
The Mask of Mirrors by M.A. Carrick
The Rage of Dragons by Evan Winter ..read more
The Fantasy Inn Podcast
2y ago
Travis interviews author John Gwynne about the first entry in his new Bloodsworn Saga from Orbit Books, The Shadow of the Gods. In a Norse-inspired world where the gods destroyed each other in a cataclysmic war, three warriors seek to shape the fate of the world.
John and Travis discuss Viking reenactment, the pros and cons of various melee weapons, and the best way to escape from a suit of mail.
About John Gwynne:
John Gwynne studied and lectured at Brighton University. He’s played double bass in a rock ’n’ roll band and traveled the USA and Canada. He is married with four children and l ..read more
The Fantasy Inn Podcast
2y ago
Travis interviews author Joe Abercrombie about the final book in his Age of Madness trilogy from Orbit Books, The Wisdom of Crowds. Some say that to change the world you must first burn it down. Now that belief will be tested in the crucible of revolution...
Joe and Travis discuss how he developed his unique writing voice, the nonfiction books he used to research the Age of Madness, and how to most effectively torment his readers.
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The Fantasy Inn Podcast
2y ago
Travis interviews author Xiran Jay Zhao about their debut novel, Iron Widow. Pacific Rim meets The Handmaid's Tale in this science fantasy reimagining of the only female emperor in Chinese history. Iron Widow releases September 21 from Penguin Teen!
Xiran and Travis discuss the book's anime inspiration, Chinese history and mythology, and Batman's dietary preferences.
Xiran Jay Zhao Recommends:
The First Sister by Linden A. Lewis
Jade Fire Gold by June CL Tan
Six Crimson Cranes by Elizabeth Lim
She Who Became the Sun by Shelley Parker-Chan
About Xiran Jay Zhao:
Xiran Jay Zhao is a first-gen i ..read more
The Fantasy Inn Podcast
2y ago
Travis interviews author C.S. Pacat about the first book in her new fantasy trilogy, Dark Rise. From the acclaimed author of the Captive Prince series comes a tale of heroes and villains being reborn to continue an ancient magical war.
Cat and Travis discuss writing queernormative worlds, pushing back against and reimagining the classics, and the story behind the infamous Captive Prince announcement of 2019.
C.S. Pacat Recommends:
The Sympathizer by Viet Thanh Nguyen
Superman by Tom Taylor
Only a Monster by Vanessa Lin
About C.S. Pacat:
C.S. Pacat is the USA-Today best-selling author of Dark ..read more