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Brion and I so wanted to make the scene at FanExpo 2012 but couldn't... and then Ben Delano volunteered to be our "Wandering Alchemist" and record some interviews there on our behalf. He did an amazing job and we're delighted to share the fruits of his labors with you!

Jared Axelrod - crafter of wonders, creator of epic fables, and and storyteller extraordinaire - returns to the Big Chair at the Roundtable to workshop a tale set in the aftermath of a super-power cataclysm created by Guest Writer Justin Hall. Justin's tale is fraught with possibilities and - in the face of staggering technical challenges - we managed to explore most of them in one way or another. Marvelous discoveries are made, insights shared, and (spoiler alert) everyone leaves with some Literary Gold in their pocket.

Jared Axelrod is the quintessential creator. Costuming, theater, art, literature, podcasting... each artistic challenge he sets before himself is met with passion, dedication, and an instinct for grand scope and epic presentation (and his latest triumph, "The Battle of Blood and Ink", is a powerful testament to that craft). We were delighted to be able to enjoy 20(ish) minutes with this dynamic personality, discussing his own strengths as a creator, the ways and means of prioritizing creative endeavors, his own transition from uncertainty to boldness, and more! Your week's supply of Writerly Goodness awaits!

Tim Pratt, whose fiction has transported readers to astonishing worlds (or revealed those worlds in our own closets), returns to the Big Chair at the Roundtable to brings his amazing perceptions to bear workshopping an intricate tale offered up by Guest Writer Rusty Webb. It's apparently post-apocalypse month here at the RTP, but Rusty's tale offers a very unique perspective and setting. Mad Gods, ascended beings, the last vestiges of humanity in a world gone wrong... marvelous food for storytelling awesomeness and we uncover several veins of Literary Gold.

Patrick Rothfuss - crafter of the on-going epic fantasy saga told in "The Name of the Wind" and "A Wise Man's Fear" - joins us for the special Roundtable Podcast Showcase. We were fortunate to have a little more than 20 minutes with Pat and indulged in some marvelous explorations into his perceptions of the collaborative writing model, his experiences with "The Story Board", his approach to "writing for your readers", and his greatest strength as a writer. An epic conversation that is just a PLAY button-click away

Tim Pratt is a true Literary Alchemist, weaving tales of wonder from the dross of life. His meticulous prose either reveals the magic in the mundane or exposes the truth behind the fantasy... and either way, you're left reeling with either a goofy smile or a tear. We're delighted to have him join us for a 20(ish) minute chat where we discuss the craft of writing gender, the challenge of time, answer some questions from Brion's creative writing class, and so much more. Click that "PLAY" button, gang!

David D. Levine - crafter of marvelous tales of all genres (and lauded and celebrated time and again for those creations) - graciously returns to the Big Chair at the Roundtable to workshop a multi-layered story idea by Jason Carney. Jason's tale starts off as one thing but evolves into something else all together! It was a wonderful evolution of ideas and inspiration... classic Roundtable goodness.

David D. Levine sees the world differently than most of us. His skills, knowledge, and experience combine in an utterly unique way in his physiology, allowing him to perceive connections and associations where many of us just see noise. To be able to spend 20(ish) minutes with a gentleman like this is a rare opportunity and we had a great time making the most of it as we discuss the nature of fiction, the structure and pattern of good fiction, the secret sauce, and more!

Alicia E. Goranson - playwright, author, and creator of the Parsec Award winning "The Mask of Inanna" - returns to the Big Chair at the Roundtable to help us workshop a tale offered up by Anthony Sunderland. Assisted by the ever-dapper Doc Coleman, we dive in to Tony's story of alien conspiracy, genetic hybrids, and clandestine government operations. It's like a cross between Buffy and X-Files and everyone is soon in search of the elusive Literary Gold!

Alicia E. Goranson's literary gifts have engendered both marvelous prose and engaging scripts for both stage and audio production. In fact, her recent audio production - "The Mask of Inanna" - just won to 2012 Parsec Award for Best Speculative Fiction Audio Drama (Long Form)! We're delighted to have her join us for 20(ish) minutes to share her thoughts on character development, the unique challenges (and delights) of writing prose versus scripts, and more! Come get your weekly share of writerly goodness!