In the first episode of Spotlight Chewing for 2025, hosts Holly and Steve welcome author AJ Rettger to discuss his writing journey, the challenges of completing his latest book, and the influence of gaming on his work. They explore the differences in writing styles between his previous works, Oathbreaker and Season of Kings, and delve into character development and plot holes. The conversation also touches on recent gaming experiences, the impact of D&D on storytelling, and the importance of audiobooks in the indie community. AJ shares his aspirations for the future, including potential projects outside of writing, and the group highlights various indie projects worth supporting.

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