Have you ever wondered what really goes into creating an audiobook?

Do you want a peek behind the microphone and see what goes into creating an audiobook you love? Well then this is the place for you! In today’s look behind the book I spoke with audiobook narrator and producer Sara Brocht! She is amazing and gave me an inside look at her life as a narrator!

From creating unique voices for dozens of characters to learning new accents, recording late into the night, and producing audiobooks for indie authors, Sara shares what it's really like to bring stories to life.

Be sure to check out Sara's work and give her a follow!

If you enjoy interviews like these, don't forget to like, subscribe, and share this video. Every share helps support indie creators, authors, and narrators.

Happy reading...or listening! 🎧📚

Today’s episode I'm chatting with a new to me indie fantasy and romance author Holly Rose!

In this episode we talked about everything from writing romantasy and rom-coms to creating green flag heroes. From balancing a full-time job, family, all while writing to the reality of indie publishing. Holly shares how manuscript wish lists inspired some of her books, along with why her characters sometimes seem to take over the story, and what keeps her writing even on the hard days.

If you love dragons, witches, quests, cinnamon roll heroes, forbidden romance, or behind-the-scenes author conversations, I think you'll really enjoy this one.

Be sure to check out Holly's books and give her a follow using the links below!

If you enjoyed this interview, don't forget to like, subscribe, and share it with a fellow book lover. Every share helps indie authors reach new readers.

Happy reading! 📚

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✨ What if discovering your child's magic meant risking everything to keep her alive?

On this episode of A Look Behind the Book, I sat down with fantasy author Brandy Stoker, creator of the Echoes of Eloriaseries.

Brandy has been building this world for more than 35 years, and hearing how it all came together was fascinating. We talked about everything from morally gray characters and found family to dragons, pirates, dangerous magic, and how years of playing tabletop RPGs helped shape her world.

In this episode, we dive into:

✨ Building a fantasy world over three decades

🐉 Dragons, pirates, and dangerous magic

❤️ Found family and romance

⚔️ Why morally gray characters feel the most real

🎲 Using Dungeons & Dragons to expand a fictional world

🧠 Writing as an autistic and ADHD creator

🎙️ The behind-the-scenes process of creating audiobooks

📚 Self-publishing and finally sharing a lifelong dream

If you love immersive fantasy, layered characters, and stories that stay with you long after you've finished the last page, I think you'll really enjoy this conversation.

Connect with Brandy Stoker

🌐 Website: https://www.brandystoker.com

📖 Explore the Echoes of Eloria series and keep up with upcoming releases.

💬 I'd love to know in the comments: If you could live in any fantasy world, which one would you choose?

Don't forget to like, subscribe, and join me next time for another Look Behind the Book!

What happens when the last lunar witch discovers she's the key to saving an entire magical realm?

In this episode of Look Behind the Book, I sit down with fantasy author S.F. Henne, creator of The Lunar Order Chronicles, to discuss her seven-book urban fantasy series filled with witches, shifters, found family, slow burn romance, magical foxes, and unforgettable characters.

We talk about:

• 📖 The inspiration behind The Last Lunar Witch
• 🦊 Creating a telepathic fox familiar
• ✨ Building a modern fantasy world
• ❤️ Writing healthy relationships and slow burn romance
• 🖋️ Plotting vs. pantsing
• 🎙️ Dictation writing and productivity
• 💙 Writing realistic PTSD and emotional healing
• 📚 Favorite fantasy books, tropes, and narrators

If you love urban fantasy, witches, magical creatures, found family, and slow-burn romance, you won't want to miss this conversation!

Follow S.F. Henne 🌙 Website: www.sfhenne.com 📸 Instagram: @sfhenne

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💬 Question of the day: If you could have one magical familiar, what would it be?

It's time for another look Behind the Book! 📚✨

I had so much fun chatting with author Cortney L Winn about her writing journey, the inspiration behind Vesselless, what it was like bringing her fantasy world to life, and all the moments that happen behind the scenes before a book reaches readers.

And yes... she describes it as "Spicy Casper with magic," and I don't think I'll ever get over that description. It sold me on the book! 😂👻✨

Come hang out with us and get a look behind the book!

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Join me for a conversation with debut author Mackenzie Hamlin, whose novel Anything for You explores trauma, healing, resilience, and the journey of self-discovery with honesty and heart.

In this interview, Mackenzie shares how her own experiences shaped her writing, why authentic mental health representation matters, and how she approaches difficult topics with empathy and care. We also discuss the importance of research, content warnings, creating emotionally complex characters, and finding the balance between hope and realism.

Beyond the book, Mackenzie gives a behind the scenes look at her writing process, her path to self-publishing, and what she's learned while navigating social media as a new author.

If you enjoy heartfelt contemporary fiction, meaningful conversations about mental health this is an episode you won't want to miss.

✨ Don't forget to like, subscribe, and let me know in the comments what resonated with you most from our conversation!

“From the rugged West Coast to the edge of survival, today’s guest writes stories that make you ask—what would you do if everything changed overnight?”

Hello and welcome back to Bookish Lady Night, where we get a look behind the book. Today I’m joined by Rebecca Cuthbertson, author of gripping survival horror, and we’re talking about the inspiration behind her worlds, her love of the outdoors, and how those ‘what if’ moments turn into unforgettable stories.

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Hello and welcome back to Bookish Lady Night, where we take a look behind the book ✨

Today, I’m joined by a writer, Nikei S Salas, who weaves soul, memory, and mysticism into deeply powerful stories of healing and transformation.

In this episode, we talk about her journey as the author of Black Girl Gone Guru and He Poisoned Me and Left Me for Dead a gripping and emotional story rooted in overcoming, rebuilding, and becoming.

She shares what it means to turn brokenness into power, how her experiences shaped her writing, and the deeper message behind her work as both a Wellbeing Educator and Inspirational Speaker.

This conversation is raw, poetic, and incredibly moving you’re not going to want to miss it.

✨ Let me know in the comments what part of her story resonated with you most!

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Welcome back to Bookish Lady Night, where we get a look behind the book 📖✨

In this episode, I’m joined by audiobook narrator Tyler Griffin as we go from page to voice and dive into what it really takes to bring stories to life. We talk about his journey into narration, behind-the-scenes moments in the booth, and the magic of transforming words on a page into fully immersive experiences.

If you love audiobooks, storytelling, or want a peek behind the narration process, this one’s for you.

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Step into a world of magic and gothic retellings with author and audiobook narrator Rachanee Lumayno. Known for her captivating YA fantasy, she weaves rich, immersive stories that blend gothic atmosphere with fresh takes on classic fairy tales. Currently crafting a series of dark, gothic fairy tale retellings, her work pulls readers into beautifully eerie worlds filled with danger, romance, and intrigue.

Join us on my channel Bookish Lady Night as we get a look behind the book with Rachanee Lumayno exploring her journey as both an author and narrator, the inspiration behind her stories, and the secrets woven into her dark fantasy worlds.