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Zig Zag Claybourne - author of "The Brothers Jetstream: Leviathan", "Historical Inaccuracies", and so much more - electric boogaloos his way back to the Big Chair at the Roundtable to lend his unique and insightful writerly mojo to brainstorming a steampunk tale of divided societies, betrayal, and revolution.

The story is offered up by Guest Writer Gabriel Snell, a tale of kindred spirits separated by a cultural divide, enslaved populations, and airship pirates. With Brion Humphrey returning once more to the co-host's chair, we dive in to Gabriel's story, gender flipping protagonists, delving into true character motivations, and generally doing that voodoo that we do so well. Literary Gold? Check!

Besides being funkalicious, Zig Zag Claybourne is a storyteller whose vision comes from deep within the creative forge. He brings to life tales you've never heard before about people you know, characters you recognize in situations you could never imagine. I can't think of a better definition for "speculative fiction" and Zig is building a whole new wing on that venerable estate.

As fabulous as any conversation with such a gentleman would be, this particular dialog is made even more fabulous by the return of Brion Humphrey, the man who started the RTP with me oh-so-many years ago. With these two visionaries at the Table we launch into a superb 20(ish) minutes of writerly discourse, exploring the creation of conflict, the nuances and practicalities of diversity, authentic character development and more. Buckle up, kids... this is an "E" ticket ride!

C.W. LaSart - weaver of tales of horror featured in collections like "Ad Nauseam" and "Grimm Mistresses" - returns to the Big Chair at the Roundtable to lend her not inconsiderable talent and insight to a singular and unprecedented brainstorming session featuring - not a short story, not a novel, not an audio drama - but an actual theatrical stage play of deception, pathology, and dealing with grief while solving murders.

This theatrical workshopping premiere is provided by playwright Sarah Celiann and features the side kick of a famous detective who who must find his place in the world when his brilliant friend and colleague is killed. Stalked by a psychopath who is convinced the detective is still alive, the detective wrestles with grief, self-esteem, and a string of murders that hide a much darker agenda. Joined by the ever-fabulous Mike Luoma, the four of us indulge in an exceptional exploration of character, memory, and murder. It's everything you love about the Roundtable with an extra dash of "awesome". The Literary Gold flows like wine, so get your cup and hit the "PLAY" button!

Award-winning author CW LaSart is serious about her storytelling. Her passion for the writerly arts is evident in the clarity and insight with which she speaks about her craft. LaSart's "Ad Nauseam" and her contributions to to over a dozen publications and anthologies (including "Grimm Mistresses" from Ragnarok Publications) are just the first installments in her canon of tales that push the boundaries of horror.

Joined by the mighty Mike Luoma, we indulge in 20(esque) Minutes of seriously writerly exploration, uncovering some startling truths about the nature of short fiction, the dynamics of discovery writing, the key to building suspense, how much is too much in horror, and more. Great googly-moogly, gang... have your pencils poised and your seat belts strapped, then click that "PLAY" button and hold on!

Andrew Weston (author of many tales of thrilling adventure, like "The IX" from Perseid Press - returns to the BIG Chair at the RTP to lend his storytelling mojo to to a tale of evil queens, twisted cobblers, and ultimate balance of power.

The tale is offered up by Guest Writer Clara Robertson, a storytelling trickster in her own right. Her story of the Wicked Witch returning to her land after her defeat from Prince Charming and the mayhem that ensues serves as a marvelous feast for workshop delights. Joined by fabulous co-host Mike Luoma, we dive into brainstorming deep waters, exploring the nature of interweaving characters, the value of foreshadowing, and so much more. Literary Gold awaits you... just click that "PLAY" button!

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Seth Skorkowsky, author of "Damoren" and "Hounacier" (of the Valducan series from Ragnarok Publications), and The Tales of Black Raven collections (including "Mountain of Daggers") - returns to the Big Chair at the Roundtable to lend his storytelling mojo to a tale colonial oppression, cultural strife, and a single girl how may be the key to everything.

The Guest Writer serving up this feast of a tale is Mark Schultz, and his story of three cultures struggling for the survival of their people and their heritage is a rich and complex saga. Joined once again by the mighty Alasdair Stuart, we dive in to a world of imperial agendas and diverse cultures, exploring the lengths we'll go to ensure our legacy. It's an intriguing brainstorm fraught with literary gold for the taking!

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Peter Orullian - author of the Vault of Heaven series, including "The Unremembered" and the recently released "Trial of Intentions" - is a creator who tells stories in many forms. An award-winning musician, writer of long and short form fiction, and producer of video presentations for his fiction, Peter embraces the idea of the transmedia storyteller with eloquence and style.

Joined by the marvelous Lauren "Scribe" Harris, we indulge in a fascinating 20(ish) minutes of conversation with Peter, exploring the very essence of the creative experience for him, the art of infusing authenticity into a tale, and more. Writerly goodness is just a mouse-click away.