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- EP. 65 - Man Vs. Nature StoriesThis week, we talk about the Man vs. Nature plot. We discuss why man vs. nature stories are so popular, analyze the theme, and their development into the disaster movie.To Connect with Prickly Pens:TwitterInstagramFacebookEmail: [email protected] Prickly~1 hr 18 min
- EP. 64 - Spiders in Stories & Why They're So CreepyThis week, we discuss spiders in folklore, literature, and storytelling overall. We talk about why they're used so much in stories, our generally negative perspective, and what it means in our storytelling.To Connect with Prickly Pens:TwitterInstagramFacebookEmail: [email protected] Prickly~Stay Prickly~1 hr 3 min
- EP. 63 - "Big Chicas Don't Cry" by Annette Chavez MaciasThis week, we talk about "Big Chicas Don't Cry" by Annette Chavez Macias. The story focuses on four cousins , Mari, Erica, Selena, and Gracie, where they navigate love, loss, and the meaning of family in a heartfelt family drama. We discuss our opinions on the story and what we enjoyed about it. If you want to pick up Big Chicas Don't Cry:AmazonBarnes & NobleAudibleTo Connect with Prickly Pens:TwitterInstagramFacebookEmail: [email protected] Prickly~1 hr 9 min
- EP. 62 - The Iron Crown with L. L. MacRae & RJ BayleyThis week, we are joined by fantasy author L. L. MacRae and audiobook narrator/voice actor RJ Bayley. We discuss MacRae's The Iron Crown, Book1 of the Dragon Spirits series. We also discuss the audiobook of The Iron Crown narrated by RJ Bayley.The Iron Crown & the audiobook is available now >> HereTo Connect with L. L. MacRae:WebsiteTwitterInstagramFacebookAmazonTo Connect with R J Bayley:WebsiteTwitterInstagramFacebook Bayley's Bookshelf PodcastTo Connect with Prickly Pens:Tw...1 hr 17 min
- EP. 61 - The Art of Fear: Why Horror Scares UsThis week, we discuss what makes Us so scared when watching/reading a horror story. We talk about the art of writing fear and how some monsters stay so memorable. We also chat about our favorite horror movies, shows, and games. Happy Halloween!To Connect with Prickly Pens:TwitterInstagramFacebookEmail: [email protected] Prickly~1 hr 50 min
- EP. 60 - The World Is Full of Fairy StoriesThis week, we talk about fairies in folklore and literature. We discuss the history and origins of fairies in worldwide human folklore and how it developed into being part of so many modern stories.To Connect with Prickly Pens:TwitterInstagramFacebookEmail: [email protected] Prickly~1 hr 27 min
- EP 59 - The History of Book Banning & BurningThis week, we discuss the damaging history of book banning and burnings. We also talk about the cultural impact of book banning, the destruction of other art overall, and today's new wave of book banning as a means of control.To Connect with Prickly Pens:TwitterInstagramFacebookEmail: [email protected] Prickly~1 hr 4 min
- EP. 58 - Man vs. Self story theme with Intuitive Coach Allison SutterThis week, we are joined by intuitive and spiritual mentor and coach Allison Sutter. We discuss Sutter's book "Accelerate Your Mojo," changing your perceptive, and accepting one's self.To connect with Allison Sutter:WebsiteFacebookInstagramYoutubeTo Connect with Prickly Pens:TwitterInstagramFacebookEmail: [email protected] Prickly~1 hr 35 min
- EP. 57 - "Children of War" Anthology w/ Astrid V. J., Joan T. Seko, & M.J. Krause-Chivers, Elena Shelest, et alThis week, we are joined by authors Astrid V. J., Joan T. Seko, and M. J. Krause-Chivers. We discuss their contributions to the "Children of War" anthology.In the "Children of War" anthology, a diverse group of authors from around the globe bring you a multi-genre collection of short stories about children trapped in war. Includes literary fiction, fantasy, historical fiction and memoir.The stories in this collection have been crafted to honor those affected by the Russia-Ukraine conflict and...1 hr 26 min
- EP. 56 - Welcome to L.L. Stephens' Triempery Revelations epic fantasy seriesThis week, we are joined by L. L. Stephens. We discuss Stephens' beautifully written, epic, age fantasy "Sordaneon," Book1 of 'The Triempery Revelations' series, diving int, story development, world building, lore, themes, and future plans of the awesome series.Book 2 - The Kheld King is now available on AmazonTo Connect with L. L. Stephens:WebsiteFacebookTwitterAmazonTo connect with Prickly Pens Podcast:TwitterInstagramFacebookEmail: [email protected] Stay Prickly~1 hr 13 min
About Prickly Pens Podcast
From the publisher's feed
Prickly Pens Podcast is a platform of discussions with three friends who are also authors on the writing journey: Michelle Monkou, Julia Canchola, G. S. Samuels. During each episode, each co-host…
will add to the discussion around, not only the writing journey, but issues and topics of our lives.
Michelle Monkou is a multi-published author, USA TODAY Best Selling author, and former president and board member of Romance Writers of America (RWA). She has published over 25 titles and currently writing urban fantasy and epic fantasy.
Julia Canchola is a former teacher and romance writer. She's an avid fan of Nora Roberts, Linda Howard, Jayne Ann Krentz, and many others. She was an RWA Golden Heart Finalist in the Short Contemporary category. Julia graduated with a BA in Elementary Education from the University of Maryland; and earned her MA in Education at Johns Hopkins University. She's currently working on a paranormal romance story.
Gabby Samuels is a graduate of the University of London, SOAS with an MA in Korean Studies. Her BA was in Asian Studies with a minor in Languages and Linguistics at the University of Maryland, Baltimore County, where she studied abroad for a year in South Korea. She plans to pursue her Ph.D in Korean History and Culture, and along the way is writing her first action-adventure fantasy book.
Michelle Monkou is a multi-published author, USA TODAY Best Selling author, and former president and board member of Romance Writers of America (RWA). She has published over 25 titles and currently writing urban fantasy and epic fantasy.
Julia Canchola is a former teacher and romance writer. She's an avid fan of Nora Roberts, Linda Howard, Jayne Ann Krentz, and many others. She was an RWA Golden Heart Finalist in the Short Contemporary category. Julia graduated with a BA in Elementary Education from the University of Maryland; and earned her MA in Education at Johns Hopkins University. She's currently working on a paranormal romance story.
Gabby Samuels is a graduate of the University of London, SOAS with an MA in Korean Studies. Her BA was in Asian Studies with a minor in Languages and Linguistics at the University of Maryland, Baltimore County, where she studied abroad for a year in South Korea. She plans to pursue her Ph.D in Korean History and Culture, and along the way is writing her first action-adventure fantasy book.