20 Questions With Your Favorite Author

Susan McCauley was so awesome she’s now in my writing group. It’s so awesome when you meet someone and it turns out you’re neighbors. Go meet people! That’s the lesson here. Susan is a talented author who never says no to a business opportunity. She writes scripts as often as she writes manuscripts. We don’t have enough middle grade authors on this podcast. Well, you’re in luck. Susan has a Ghost Hunter MG series and you’re going to love it. Learn more about Susan at http://www.sbmccauley.com.

Michael K. Falciani was so easy to interview we kept getting off topic. Though since the subject was Michael, I guess not very far off topic. He told us about teaching PE to elementary students as well as his rebellious writing practices. This author isn’t just entertaining, he’s also nominated for some prestigious awards. The audiobook version of the first book in The Raven and the Crow series is up for an Imadjinn Award, while his second book is in the first rounds of the Dragon Award. You know you’re on the right track when your book is winning in all the right places. To learn more about Michael, check out his website https://michaelkfalciani.comor follow him on social media @michaelkfalciani.

Megan Mackie is well on her way to producing a series in every speculative fiction category you can imagine. Her cyberpunk urban fantasy thriller started with a scene she had in a dream. Still, she had to write multiple books before she even got to that original dream. That’s just the tip of the iceberg for Megan’s incredible creativity. She’s also a mainstay at multiple pop culture conventions. Look for her suave leather hat and you’ll find her. To learn more about Megan, follow her on Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok @meganmackieauthor.

Darin Kennedy is a doctor-by-day and novelist-by-night. He’s also a huge music and art geek. Both interests are used in his Fugue and Fable series. We talked about why he chose Russian composers and why chess was the perfect vehicle for his Pawn Stratagem series. He described why he started to write while serving as a doctor in the military overseas. Darin had so many stories we had a great time, and we’re totally hanging out next Dragon Con. You should join us. Until then, follow Darin at his website darinkennedy.com.

Kim May writes fantasy, sci-fi, thrillers, historical fiction, steampunk, and a bit of poetry, because she collects genres like a cat lady collects strays. She is a retired stage actor and has a penchant for fast cars, high heels, and loose screws. We talk about where she’d like to visit and unhelpful health advice she’s received. Also, did you know K-drama musicals were a thing? Find out more about Kim at https://linktr.ee/KimMayDay.

Gama Ray Martinez is a gifted storyteller with an adventurous spirit. He tells us about his adventures scuba diving as well as love of mountains. We dive deep into his new release, God of Neverland, though he has other series ready for your enjoyment as well. I’m just a bit obsessed with the Defender of Lore novel and can’t wait to read the rest in the series. To learn about Gama, follow him on FB @GamaRayBurstor IG @GamaRayBurstor Twitter @gamaraymartinez.

Frank Morin had so many stories to tell, no wonder he’s such a prolific writer. His contemporary fantasy thrillers will keep you entertained with their humor and drama intertwined in magical adventures. Frank tells us about his international travels and how they ended up in his books. He loves to hike and wears awesome hats whenever he’s at author events. If you join his newsletter, you’ll get the first book in two of his series. Sign up here: https://www.frankmorin.org/readers-group-signup/. Follow him on FB https://www.facebook.com/authorfrankmorin or Instagram @morinwrites.

This one is a treat for all you Happily Ever After fans. C.J. Anaya is a USA Today bestselling and award-winning author of young adult romantic fantasy and adult contemporary romance, a writing coach, a freelance editor, and an incredible guest. She’s fun and smart and quick witted. We talk about her Fated Mates series as well as her Healer series. Wanna know what she watches to relax or what movie love scene she would re-write? Well, tune in to find out! To learn more about C.J. check out her website http://authorcjanaya.comor follow her on Twitter @ CJAnaya21 and FB https://www.facebook.com/cjanayaauthor.

The Last Humans Launch

Rob Howell is a writer and an editor and a publisher and an awesome podcast guest. He gave us advise for submitting to anthologies along with an invitation to submit a short story to his next one: Bonds of Valor. Check out chriskennedypublishing.com for details. He talked about his history as a medieval academic and as a soda jerk. (All the milkshakes you can drink? Where’s the downside?) We spent a lot of time on the new Eldros Legacy, a multiverse within a fantasy setting. This new adventure with five key authors writing on unique continents that are interconnected offers a plethora of reading for those avid consumers of books in your life. To find out more about Rob and his many endeavors, check out www.robhowell.org.