In this episode, Trevor sits down with author Emily H. Wilson to talk about Inanna, the first novel in her Sumerians trilogy, published in 2023 and 2024 by Titan Books. Together, they talk about rereading one of the world's oldest extant epics, The Epic of Gilgamesh, and about Wilson's work in bringing the epic alongside other ancient Sumerian myths to modern audiences.

You can find more from Emily H. Wilson at her website, www.emilyhwilson.com, and can find Inanna and Gilgamesh (Books 1 and 2 of the Sumerians trilogy) available now from Titan Books wherever books are sold or from your local library. Book 3, Ninshubar, is due out Summer 2025.

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In this episode, Trevor sits down to talk with Clay McLeod Chapman about his new book, Wake Up and Open Your Eyes, available January 7, 2025 from Quirk Books. They talk about flailing in the dark, about not knowing what the future might hold and the importance of striving for good anyway, and share intimate fears about what this book means to Clay and to one of his readers.

Content Warning: This episode contains references to self-harm and mental illness. Please do not feel you need to listen if these issues are difficult for you to handle. If you are thinking of self-harm or worse, please seek professional counseling. You are valuable and shouldn't go through anything alone.

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In this mega super long episode, Anna Dupre joins Trevor from fanfiaddict.com and her own YouTube channel Anna Rose Reads to talk about their favorite books of the year. They go through their top ten favorite books from 2024, as well as reflect on their feelings about literature and the year.

Content Warning: There is a very frank discussion in this episode about suicide and suicidal ideation, so please listen with care if this is a difficult topic for you. If you find yourself struggling with thoughts of self-harm, please reach out to a professional and seek help or counsel.

For more information about Anna, you can follow her reviews at fanfiaddict.com or you can listen to her own series of interviews at Ann Rose Reads on YouTube.

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In this episode, we host David Corse and Alex Ebenstein to talk about Corse's Mother Is Coming Home, a novellette featured in Split Scream Vol. 6, edited by Alex Ebenstein and published by Tenebrous Press. Together, they talk about the niche appeal of the novellette as a form for literature, about writing unlikable characters, and touch on the repeatability of reading unpleasant stories.

You can find more about the Split Scream series at tenebrouspress.com.

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Lora Senf is back to talk about her novel The Loneliest Place, the conclusion of her Blight Harbor Trilogy. Together, they talk about awe, about neurodivergence and loneliness, about their love of story and the place for authenticity in literature, plus a whole lot more.

You can find more Lora Senf online at lorasenf.com and order books like The Blight Harbor Trilogy at your local bookseller or request them from your local library.

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In this episode, Trevor sits down with Angela Sylvaine to talk about Chopping Spree, her newly updated and re-released novella from Dark Matter Ink. Together, they explore the need for horror and comedy and community, and they reflect on how personal growth can reflect on one's art and one's reaction to art. Above all, they explore their friendship and reiterate its importance in what feels like a difficult time.

You can find more from Angela Sylvaine at her website, angelasylvaine.com, and you can find her novella (and novel!) from Dark Matter Ink at your favorite retailer or online directly at darkmattermagazine.shop.

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In this episode, Trevor talks with author Sarah Henning about her latest novels, Monster Camp (a nominee for the Bram Stoker Award) and The Lies We Conjure, available in bookstores now from Tor Teen. Together, they talk about the meaning of art to young audiences, the thrill of writing for youth and teens, the challenges of writing for younger audiences in today's publishing climate, and a whole lot more about Sarah's passion for storytelling across multiple genres and categories.

For more information about Sarah Henning, you can visit her website at www.sarahhenningwrites.com. You can also find her books, including Monster Camp and The Lies We Conjure at your favorite bookseller or from your local library.

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Join in with award-winning author A.C. Wise as we discuss her novella Out of the Drowning Deep, published by Titan Books on September 3, 2024. In this episode, we discuss what it means to seek truth in a world of divergent perceptions, talk about deity and divinity and how these systems interact with human civilizations, and contemplate the performativity of self in acts like prayer--alongside many other topics!

You can find more from A.C. Wise at acwise.net and find her novella Out of the Drowning Deep at your local library or wherever books are sold.

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In this episode of the show, Trevor sits down with Brenda Peynado, the award-winning author of The Rock Eaters andTime's Agent, her new novella available from Tor Dot Com. They talk about writing near-future science fiction, about daring to have hope, about navigating the cooption of art and academia for other purposes, and much more.

You can find more from Brenda Peynado at her website, brendapeynado.com, and you can find Time's Agent wherever you buy or borrow your books.

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In this episode, Trevor talks with Katrina Monroe about her latest novel, Through the Midnight Door. They talk about dealing with its heavy themes, about writing characters with authenticity, and also about Katrina's forthcoming writing projects and the joy they bring to her creative process.

Content Warning: This episode contains a frank discussion about dealing with depression and self-harm, and may not be suitable for all listeners.

If you are dealing with depression or ideations of self-harm, help is available through the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline by calling or texting 998. Please take care of yourself by seeking professional help in times of crisis.

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