Storypunks Podcast

Creative Director Madqueen continues our discussion about Blade Runner and Philip K. Dick's book Do Androids Dream of Electric Sheep?. Madqueen brought a ton of perspective and I left with so much to think about. I think you will, too! We covered a lot, but as always, feel free to add your comments to the social media posts. Don't be shy! Find Madqueen: www.youtube.com/channel/UC0G5rpOFcY6pOdtKsCE0p2A Got feedback for me? Connect with Storypunks: www.storypunks.world/newsletter

Madqueen produces amazing videos about cyberpunk, gaming, and related topics. I learned so much from her insights about Philip K. Dick as we discussed his novel Do Androids Dream of Electric Sheep?, which inspired the Blade Runner movies. Join us for this book club AKA Storypunks SALON session! Find Madqueen: www.youtube.com/channel/UC0G5rpOFcY6pOdtKsCE0p2A Got feedback for me? Connect with Storypunks: www.storypunks.world/newsletter

Not only has Dakota Krout done well in GameLit (the wider term encompassing things like LitRPG), but he and his wife Danielle also apply tools and data that worked well for him as they help other authors launch and succeed.  Part 2 also features Dakota's answer to the trends question I end most interviews with--his was probably the most unexpected and specific answer I've heard. Check it out! www.dakotakrout.com Also mentioned in this episode: www.facebook.com/groups/storypunks www.storypunks.world/decor

I loved catching up with LitRPG author Dakota Krout this week. In Part 1, we chat about his thoughts on cyberpunk as well as his Divine Dungeon and Completionist Chronicles Series. Since some of you may not be familiar with the term LitRPG, we get into some detail about it and I think you'll really love thinking about the possibilities. www.dakotakrout.com Also mentioned in this episode: www.facebook.com/groups/storypunks www.storypunks.world/decor    

In Part 2 of 2, the Steampunk Scholar, Dr. Mike Perschon, chats with me further about character, theme, and more in this unique Arthurian tale. Join us as we further celebrate and explore K.W. Jeter's classic Morlock Night! www.SteampunkScholar.blogspot.com www.facebook.com/AuthorK.W.Jeter/ Join our Salon and Reading Room! www.Storypunks.World/newsletter www.facebook.com/groups/storypunks

Dr. Mike Perschon AKA the Steampunk Scholar joined me to chat about K.W. Jeter's classic Morlock Night. Dr. Perschon has a lot of cool insight about this follow-up to H.G. Wells' The Time Machine. Perschon wrote a non-fiction guide to steampunk titled Steampunk FAQ and we talk quite a bit about steampunk itself in this first of two parts. www.SteampunkScholar.blogspot.com www.facebook.com/AuthorK.W.Jeter/ Join the book club: www.Storypunks.World/newsletter www.facebook.com/groups/storypunks  

Our conversation naturally shifted toward collaboration for Part 2, which is no surprise with this creative trio. They have some wonderful insights about collaborating, as well as more background about how they found inspiration from a local historical site, how they turned their comic into educational content, and much more! www.JekyllIslandChronicles.com www.Storypunks.World Mentioned in this episode: Retro-themed candy including awesome "decade boxes" - www.Storypunks.World/Candy  

In Part 1 of this conversation, I speak with all three of the Lost Mountain Mechanicals: Steve Nedvidek, Ed Crowell, and Jack Lowe. We look at their creative process and how they've found ongoing inspiration to create the Jekyll Island Chronicles graphic novels. I loved their interpretations of dieselpunk, steampunk, and so much more. Tons to think about here! www.JekyllIslandChronicles.com www.Storypunks.World Mentioned in this episode: Retro-themed candy including awesome "decade boxes" - www.Storypunks.World/Candy  

The conversation about Bacigalupi's novel The Windup Girl continues. Jesikah Sundin and I swap impressions about this complex book that can be classified as ecopunk, biopunk, cyberpunk, or science fiction generally. Want to chime in during the next discussion? That would be awesome: www.WindupStories.com www.JesikahSundin.com www.Facebook.com/Groups/Storypunks www.Storypunks.World/Salon

Paolo Bacigalupi's novel The Windup Girl is a Hugo and Nebula award-winning novel set in a future Thailand experiencing the fallout of environmental and societal breakdowns.  It's a book to discuss much longer than an hour but Jesikah Sundin and I enjoyed sharing ideas about some of the book's characters, themes, and more.  Want to chime in during the next discussion? That would be awesome: www.WindupStories.com www.JesikahSundin.com www.Facebook.com/Groups/Storypunks www.Storypunks.World/Salon

K.M. Weiland writes gaslamp fantasy, dieselpunk, and historical superhero fiction--but wait! She also creates bestselling non-fiction guides for outlining, structure, character arcs, and more. www.KMWeiland.com www.HelpingWritersBecomeAuthors.com In this episode, I also pay tribute to Kaja Foglio, who coined the term gaslamp fantasy in conjunction with the Girl Genius universe she writes with Phil Foglio. www.GirlGeniusOnline.com www.Storypunks.World  

Join the Professor and me for a dusty little desert chat. I caught up with him at Wild, Wild West Con in Tuscon, Arizona. A birthday song, a song for artists, a little interview, an announcement for fans, and plenty of sardonic charm. Also! We've partnered with Lady Mechanika artist Joe Benitez to offer some free steampunk coloring books! Get 'em while they last! Go to: www.Storypunks.World/newsletter. www.ProfessorElemental.com www.JoeBenitez.com  

In Part 2, we talk about a few things you don't often hear about when it comes to "the punks", and that's why you won't want to miss it! Jesikah shares some really cool insights about medieval, mythological, and pagan tie-ins to the punks. She's co-authored an Arthurian legend series titled Knights of Caerleon. Also, we'll be reading Paolo Bacigalupi's ecopunk novel The Windup Girl in the Storypunks Salon and Reading Room virtual book club via Facebook Live on Earth Day: April 22, 2019 8 p.m. Central. See you there! www.JesikahSundin.com Join book club here: www.facebook.com/groups/storypunks www.Storypunks.World

Interviewing author Jesikah Sundin about her Biodome Chronicles series is a stunning place to begin Season 2. We chat about so many punks in this one, especially ecopunk, mannerpunk, and cyberpunk as well as hopepunk and solarpunk! Plus, she'll join me as we kick off the Storypunks Salon and Reading Room virtual book club via Facebook Live on Earth Day: April 22, 2019! www.JesikahSundin.com Join the book club here: www.facebook.com/groups/storypunks www.OpulentMobility.com www.Storypunks.World

It's been a minute, hasn't it?! Here are announcement links mentioned in this Season 2 kickoff mini episode. Interviews resume next Thursday and every Thursday thereafter through September. Get more involved via emails every Friday: www.Storypunks.World/newsletter Join the Storypunks Salon and Reading Room (book club): www.Facebook.com/groups/storypunks Apply to sponsor an episode: www.Storypunks.World/promotion I hope you have a marvelous week! - Cindy  

In Part 2, we talk about Jim Butcher's worldbuilding and magic system development tips as well as multi-media creations he's written and consulted on. This is a really informative and super fun look at collaboration, from an author who's leveraged relationships with other artists to produce impressive maps, graphic novel art, role playing video games, and other content for his fictional worlds. It's the perfect finale for Season One of this show. Please stay subscribed for bonus episodes and so you'll know when the next season begins!  www.Jim-Butcher.com www.Storypunks.World  

Jim Butcher writes several popular series including The Cinder Spires (steampunk!) as well as The Dresden Files and The Codex Alera. In Part 1 of 2, Jim chats about writing several series at once, using his author powers for evil, and plenty of other interesting stuff! Please also note that Episodes 29 and 30 wrap up Season One of this podcast, so be sure to check out my intro for more detail. Thanks for being part of Storypunks!! www.Jim-Butcher.com www.Storypunks.World

The conversation with Mary Woodbury continues! Discover additional resources, including initiatives to help reduce our environmental footprint in writing, publishing, and other creative endeavors. She has so many resources for artists and readers to check out: www.Eco-fiction.com blog: www.Eco-fiction.com/outdoors/ www.Dragonfly.eco www.Storypunks.World

Mary Woodbury runs Moon Willow Press as well as other sites and projects focused on eco-fiction. In this episode, we talk about her work as a curator and creator in this realm, including her definitions and vision for terms like solarpunk, ecopunk, hopepunk, and other environmentally-related punks. She has many resources for artists and readers to check out: www.Eco-fiction.com blog: www.Eco-fiction.com/outdoors/ www.Dragonfly.eco www.Storypunks.World

I'm preparing to speak at a writing conference, so in this week's episode I'm sharing my best tips and tricks for participating at conferences as a speaker or panelist. I've been presenting solo messages and contributing to sci fi and fantasy conference panels for the past four years, including discussions about steampunk and the other punks. It's been a challenge to stretch myself this way, but I can definitely say it's been worth it. This week, I share my takeaways as I get ready to present at Salt Lake Comic Con AKA "FanX". www.Storypunks.World www.CindyGrigg.com