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Here’s the cicada itself that inspired this story - give its haunting call a listen!

This year, a HUGE brood of cicada emerged: https://cicadas.uconn.edu/

The Pharaoh cicada, also known as Magicicada septendecim, makes this terrifying sound that was in my head as Cleo chased Al: https://listeninginnature.blogspot.com/2016/06/the-pharaoh-of-cicadas.html#:~:text=People%20describe%20the%20song%20as,volume%20level%20at%20the%20end.

Some quick questions for you:

* What did you think of this story?

* Did you see the ending coming?

* What kind of monster do you think Cleo is?

Answer here: https://zacharyroush.substack.com/p/brood-part-iii

Next week I’ll compile the whole story into a single episode, then you can listen to it all at once or share with someone you know would love it. 

I hope you’re well and that you’ll keep your eyes peeled for next month’s story. 

Until next time Realm Walkers, I’m Zach and your listening to Realms.

Hello and welcome to Realms, a sci-fi and fantasy newsletter and podcast. I’m Zach Roush, the creator of Realms.

Today’s story, Brood, is part two of three, and instead of enjoying my narration (if you’re listening, that is) you will be hearing the lovely voice of my friend, Cameron Daxon. Cameron is a writer, editor and occasional creative producer who lives in Los Angeles. He can be reached via LinkedIn for freelance opportunities in writing, voice acting, and more!

As always, this podcast is in text and podcast format. To get these stories in your inbox, subscribe for free: zacharyroush.substack.com

If you missed Brood Part I, read it here: https://zacharyroush.substack.com/p/brood-part-i

Catch the final episode next month! You won’t believe what happens next. Subscribe to get it in your inbox!

Until next time, Realm Walkers.

-Zach

Hello and welcome to Realms, a sci-fi and fantasy newsletter and podcast. I’m Zach Roush, the creator of Realms.

Today’s story, Brood, is part one of three, and instead of enjoying my narration (if you’re listening, that is) you will be hearing the lovely voice of my friend, Cameron Daxon. Cameron is a writer, editor and occasional creative producer who lives in Los Angeles. He can be reached via LinkedIn for freelance opportunities.

As always, this podcast is in text and podcast format. to get these stories in your inbox, subscribe for free: zacharyroush.substack.com

Thank you for reading today’s story! Next Month with be part 2.

Until next time, Realm Walkers

My name is Zach and you’re reading Realms.

Hello and welcome to Realms. My name is Zach and I’m the writer and reader of Realms. I am a game writer and novelist currently living in sunny Southern California.

Realms is a sci-fi and fantasy newsletter that lets you escape to new worlds every month, right from your inbox. 

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Realms has gotten an upgrade! Thanks to Chloe W on Fiverr for the new, dope-as-hell intro and outro music! I’ve needed some for a long time and Chloe made it happen in 48 hours!

https://www.fiverr.com/cmwattsmusic

The Sunborn’s Sorrow

Until next time, Realm Walkers.

You’re listening to Realms.

Hello and Welcome to Realms!

Realms is a fantasy and sci-fi newsletter. I am the writer and narrator of this publication. I consume tons of sci-fi and fantasy media that I think everyone should know about. In these two genres, I’ll be reviewing books, video games, podcasts, films, and TV shows.

And just like Realms’ short stories, you’ll get reviews once a month. Never on the same week as a short story. 

The Overview

Netlix’s 3 Body Problem, directed by D&D (David Benioff, D.B. Weiss), is a wonderful adaption of very complicated, high-science material. This series takes the novel The Three Body Problem by Cixin Liu, and brings ot to life in an enjoyable, yet notably more western way. There’s a lot of mixed press about this series, but I’m here to tell you that it’s very well done. A great entry in Netflix’s sci-fi empire (though I think Apple TV+ is edging them out more and more.)

Thank you for listening!

Until next time, Realm Walkers, 

This is Zach and you’re reading Realms.

Hello and welcome to Realms, a sci-fi and fantasy newsletter that lets you escape to new worlds every month, right from your inbox. 

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This is the complete edition of my serialized story, Adam's Apple

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Catch up on Adam's Apple:

Adam's Apple Part I

Adam's Apple Part II

Adam's Apple Parts I-III

This story is also the first collaboration with another Substack. This story exists in the realm of The Blackwater Files, started by The Chronicler.

Until next time, Realm Walkers, I’m Zach and you’re reading/listening to Realms.

Hello and Welcome to Realms Reviews! Realms is a fantasy and sci-fi newsletter. My name is Zach, the writer and narrator of this publication.

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Today, we’re reviewing a sci-fi series that is near and dear to my heart: Severance.

Hello and welcome to Realms, a sci-fi and fantasy newsletter. I’m Zach, the writer and narrator of this Substack. Subscribe today to escape to new worlds every month, right in your inbox.

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Today’s story is special. It’s part II of III of my first serialized story. You can find part I here: https://zacharyroush.substack.com/p/adams-apple-part-one

It’s also the first collaboration with another Substack. This story exists in the realm of The Blackwater Files, started by The Chronicler. Explore this dark, brooding, and creepy universe to enjoy its many branching paths: https://bmaya.substack.com/p/the-blackwater-files

Catch Part III next month, only on Realms!