The CKP Future Books Podcast

Chris Kennedy returns for the final episode of the CKP Future Books Podcast to discuss his first foray into the world of Lit RPG with  his new novel, GALACTIC MERC: LEVEL ONE. Chris also updates readers on December's CKP new releases and holiday book deals. CKP New Release Segment ·         Galactic Merc: Level One by Chris Kennedy (Galactic Merc) ·         Beggar by Kevin Ikenberry and James Fox (4HU) ·         Running with Sharp Objects edited by Chris Kennedy (Universes at War anthology) ·         Raven by Alex Rath (Chronicles of Brittania) Interview Segment: Chris Kennedy ·         Bringing a Lit RPG approach to sci-fi. ·         The challenges of integrating stats and numbers with story. ·         Crafting characters to fit a whole new world and skillset. ·         Closing the book on the CKP Future Books Podcast. Five-star reviews on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, etc. are much appreciated, as are show likes and channel subscriptions on the CKP YouTube Channel. To learn more about CKP and its books, visit chriskennedypublishing.com.

Longtime CKP author Mark Stallings talks Oogsha points of view, Kahraman experiments, and the future of the 4HU "Exodus" series in his new book, SHADOWS OF OUR ANCESTORS.  Chris Kennedy also updates readers on November's CKP new releases and teases this year's batch of Black Friday book deals. CKP New Release Segment ·         Shadows of Our Ancestors by Mark Stallings (4HU) ·         The Last Marines: Box Set 1 by William S. Frisbee (5 books) ·         The Last Marines: Box Set 2 by William S. Frisbee (5 books) ·         Alien Ambassadors by Fred Hughes (Humanity's Janissaries) Interview Segment: Mark Stallings ·         Looking behind the curtain of the 4HU Exodus series. ·         Seeing the 4HU through the Oogsha perspective. ·         Oogsha: Villiams or pawns? ·         Enduring the fallout of Kahraman genetic experimentation. ·         Payback is a b#tch. ·         Mark's 2026 writing and convention schedule. Visit markstallings.com to learn more about Mark and his books. You can also follow him on Facebook, X, TikTok, and Instagram. You can also support him via Patreon. Five-star reviews on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, etc. are much appreciated, as are show likes and channel subscriptions on the CKP YouTube Channel. To learn more about CKP and its books, visit chriskennedypublishing.com.

Longtime CKP fan-favorite Chris Maddox discusses his new novel, DEVIL'S DETAIL, the latest chapter in his wildly popular "The Devil's Choir" military sci-fi series. Chris also updates readers on this month's slate of CKP new releases. CKP New Release Segment: ·         Kingdom Lost: Books 1-3 by Chris Kennedy (Box Set) ·         The Lost Sanctum by William S. Frisbee (The Last Marines) ·         Devil's Detail by Chris Maddox (The Devil's Choir) Interview Segment: Chris Maddox ·         Crafting good stories "by the seat of one's pants." ·         Origins of The Devil's Choir series. ·         A Hero's Choice: Prison or the Military? ·         From Misfit Group to Fighting Force. ·         Dead or Alive: The hunt for an operative begins. ·         A hero comes of age. ·         A Devil's Future: Expanding the Series and Beyond. Visit chrismaddox.net to learn more about Chris and his books. You can also follow him on Facebook. Five-star reviews on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, etc. are much appreciated, as are show likes and channel subscriptions on the CKP YouTube Channel. To learn more about CKP and its books, visit chriskennedypublishing.com.

Bestselling author and Salvage Title Universe creator Kevin Steverson joins the show to discuss his latest entry, "Salvage Defense," as well as its impact on the Salvage Title: Invasion series. Chris also updates readers on this month's slate of CKP new releases. CKP New Release Segment: ·         Echoes of the Fallen by William S. Frisbee (The Last Marines) ·         Salvage Defense by Kevin Steverson (Salvage Title Universe: The Invasion) ·         Reluctant Emissary by Fred Hughes (Humanity's Janissaries) ·         Guardian Covenant by Kevin Ikenberry et al (4-book box set) ·         Bifrost Down by Jon R. Osborne (4HU) Interview Segment: Kevin Steverson ·         The OG Salvage Title crew returns. ·         Writing stories that "give you the feels." ·         New threats from new galaxies. ·         "The best defense is a good offense." ·         An update on the Salvage title movie. ·         Kevin ventures into the Guardian Covenant and more in future projects. Visit kevinsteverson.com to learn more about Kevin and his books. You can also follow him on Facebook. Five-star reviews on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, etc. are much appreciated, as are show likes and channel subscriptions on the CKP YouTube Channel. To learn more about CKP and its books, visit chriskennedypublishing.com.

Bestselling author and CKP fan favorite Marisa Wolf returns to discuss SHADES OF THE PAST, the brand-new novel from the 4HU and the first installment in the long-awaited "Exodus" series, which she co-wrote with Chris Kennedy. Chris also updates readers on this month's slate of CKP new releases. CKP New Release Segment: ·         Hero's Return by Fred Hughes (Heroes of Brittania) ·         Four Horsemen Tales (4HU 14-book box set) ·         Shades of the Past by Chris Kennedy and Marisa Wolf (4HU) Interview Segment: Marisa Wolf ·         "The horrors persist but so do we" approach to writing Shades of the Past. ·         The challenges of crafting a story in a universe with 99 books of backstory. ·         "Having a plan to deviate from the plan." ·         Old 4HU faces return as major secrets are revealed. ·         The 4HU's past and present collide as a war for the ages threatens its future. ·         Marisa's upcoming projects including a trip to the Honorverse. Visit marisawolf.com to learn more about Marisa's books. You can also follow her on Facebook, X, and Instagram. Five-star reviews on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, etc. are much appreciated, as are show likes and channel subscriptions on the CKP YouTube Channel. To learn more about CKP and its books, visit chriskennedypublishing.com.

Longtime CKP fan favorite William "Bill" Frisbee joins the show to discuss his new military scifi novel, OPERATION SERAPHIM, the latest entry in the Last Marines series. Chris Kennedy also updates readers on this month's slate of CKP new releases. CKP New Release Segment: ·         Assault by Chris Kennedy (The Symbiote Wars) ·         Kosche's Madness by H.Y. Gregor (Milesian Accords) ·         Snake by Alex Rath and Fred Hughes (The Chronicles of Brittania) ·         Operation Seraphim by William S. Frisbee (The Last Marines) ·         This I swear by Robert Hampson and Sandra Medlock (4HU) Interview Segment: William S. Frisbee ·         The road so far for the Last Marines entering Book 11 ·         Crafting nuanced stories in multiple arcs ·         How today's world influences tomorrow's reality for The Last Marines ·         Expanding The Last Marines universe to Book 14 and beyond ·         Bill's other upcoming projects Visit williamsfrisbee.com to learn more about Bill and his books. You can also follow him on Facebook, X, and Instagram. Five-star reviews on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, etc. are much appreciated, as are show likes and channel subscriptions on the CKP YouTube Channel. To learn more about CKP and its books, visit chriskennedypublishing.com.

Longtime CKP fan favorite Jon R. Osborne joins the show to discuss his new 4HU collaboration with Mark Wandrey — "Caveat Emptor."  Chris Kennedy also updates readers on this month's slate of CKP new releases. CKP New Release Segment: ·         Interstellar Endgame by Dawn Chapman (Through Steel and Stars) ·         Fortunes of War by Michael LaVoice (The Gladius Leagues) ·         Caveat Emptor by Jon R. Osborne and Mark Wandrey (4HU) ·         Reclamation by Chris Kennedy (Kingdom Lost) ·         Daughter of Shippo by Melissa Olthoff (Salvage Bunny/Salvage Title) Interview Segment: Jon Osborne ·         Writing a fun story first. ·         Tying into the 4HU Kickstarter RPG. ·         Moving into the endgame for the 4HU. ·         Rebirth of the 4HU. ·         Crafting characters who are humorous, not comical. ·         Jon's upcoming projects. Visit jonrosborne.com to learn more about Jon and his books. You can also follow him on Facebook, X, and Instagram. Five-star reviews on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, etc. are much appreciated, as are show likes and channel subscriptions on the CKP YouTube Channel. To learn more about CKP and its books, visit chriskennedypublishing.com.

CKP mainstay John E. Seirs returns to the show to discuss "Shadow on the Moon," the latest entry in his wildly popular "Lunar Free State" series.  Chris Kennedy also updates readers on this month's slate of CKP new releases and previews a wild new series collaboration with Fred Hughes coming later this year! CKP New Release Segment: ·         Hero's Destiny by Fred Hughes (Heroes of Brittania) ·         Reversal by Chris Kennedy (Kingdom Lost) ·         Shadow on the Moon by John E. Siers (Lunar Free State) ·         Recon by Fire by Chris Kennedy (Symbiote Wars) Interview Segment: John Siers ·         Early origins of the Lunar Free State ·         Writing complex characters and multi-arc stories ·         Putting the wraps on a 12-book "trilogy" ·         What's next for the Lunar Free State? ·         John's choices for other authors who could write in the Lunar Free State universe Visit lunarfreestate.com to learn more about John and his books. You can also follow him on Facebook. Five-star reviews on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, etc. are much appreciated, as are show likes and channel subscriptions on the CKP YouTube Channel. To learn more about CKP and its books, visit chriskennedypublishing.com.

CKP author Dawn Chapman discusses her new Lit RPG series, "Through Steel and Stars" + Chris Kennedy updates readers on this month's slate of CKP new releases.  CKP New Release Segment: ·         Gaining the Edge by Chris Kennedy (Symbiote Wars) ·         Interstellar Gambit by Dawn Chapman (Through Steel and Stars) ·         Bound and Determined by Michael LaVoice (The Gladius Leagues) Interview Segment: Dawn Chapman ·         Planning stories in a Lit RPG setting ·         Dawn's introduction to C KP ·         Transitioning from screenwriting to novels ·         A love of audio Visit dawnchapmanauthor.com to learn more about Dawn and her books. You can also follow her on Facebook, X, and Discord. Five-star reviews on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, etc. are much appreciated, as are show likes and channel subscriptions on the CKP YouTube Channel. To learn more about CKP and its books, visit chriskennedypublishing.com.

What happens when mankind must turn to celebrity athletes as its last line of defense in an unforeseen war among the stars? CKP newcomer Michael LaVoice discusses his new military sci-fi novel, "Any Given Doomsday" + Chris Kennedy updates readers on this month's slate of CKP new releases. CKP New Release Segment: ·         Interstellar Pawn by Dawn Chapman (Through Steel and Stars) ·         The Feasting of Vengeance by Rob Howell (4HU) ·         Any Given Doomsday by Michael LaVoice (The Gladius Leagues) ·         Reunion by Chris Kennedy (Kingdom Lost) Interview Segment: Michael LaVoice ·         From the U.S. Army to writing. ·         A childhood love of noir, sci-fi, and fantasy. ·         William Alan Webb = CKP author matchmaker. ·         A world without war turns to celebrity athletes as its last line of defense. ·          Blending elements of profession wrestling and sports into military sci-fi. ·         Mike's upcoming projects. Visit michaellavoice.com to learn more about Mike and his books. You can also follow him on Facebook and X. Five-star reviews on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, etc. are much appreciated, as are show likes and channel subscriptions on the CKP YouTube Channel. To learn more about CKP and its books, visit chriskennedypublishing.com.