I’m indie fantasy author, Melinda Kucsera, and today I’m speaking with Laura Huie, author of the fantasy series The Thedre Trilogy, beginning with debut novel, The Unchosen.  What’s it about?  The Unchosen follows Fia, one of the few chosen by the gods and gifted with powerful magic. But her magic causes headaches and she can’t portal home. Discovering her life is a lie, Fia tries to learn the truth of her past with Winston. The gods stay silent as humanity rises against them, starting with Fia. Reclaiming her magic could mean going home—but it could also seal her fate to die for … Continue reading Fantasy, Lore, and More with Laura Huie

Hi, I’m indie fantasy author, Melinda Kucsera, and today I’m speaking with Chelsea McKenna, author of the epic fantasy series The Vorelian Saga, beginning with Book 1: The Blood of the Lion.  What’s it about?  The Blood of the Lion follows three characters whose destinies intertwine as chaos and war spread through the world of Vorelea. Syra holds a dangerous relic hunted by unknown forces. King Morei descends into a curse that could undo his kingdom. And Cyrus, the first Dragon Rider in centuries, is drawn into a prophecy he wants no part of. No one can escape their fate in this … Continue reading Fantasy, Lore, and More with Chelsea McKenna

Hi, I’m indie fantasy author, Melinda Kucsera, and today I’m reading Curse Breaker Enchanted, the first book in my epic fantasy series.  What’s in this episode? I hope you enjoyed it! Read along with me! Get a copy of Curse Breaker Enchanted in print or ebook or the AI-narrated audiobook here. About your host, Melinda Kucsera: I am Melinda Kucsera, an indie fantasy author who wrote and published 20+ books since 2016 across 5 series. I write epic fantasy adventures about families and magical creatures who’re just trying to survive in a world that hates and fears magic but is steeped in it. My … Continue reading Listen to me read chapter 24 of Curse Breaker Enchanted to you

Hi, I’m indie fantasy author, Melinda Kucsera, and today Jack Adkins joins me to discuss his fantasy adventure novel, The Blood of a Dragon, and we go way off the rails and talk about all our favorite fantasy books in this no-holds barred discussion! What’s it about?  Anuka Sandbar, a daring half-goblin con artist, sets sail to find his missing father. Anuka and his friends are enslaved by pirates but offered a chance at freedom if they investigate a dangerous mystery that could lead to war between gods and dragons. What’s in this episode: Where to get the book:  Where … Continue reading Fantasy, Lore, and More with Jack Adkins

Hi, I’m indie fantasy author, Melinda Kucsera, and today Mike Mollman joins me to discuss his fantasy novel Becoming a Druid.  What’s it about? Grahme has always wanted to become a druid, but during his initiation quest, he angers a despotic mage. With the druids turned against him, Grahme must make immense sacrifices to fulfill his dream. What’s in this episode:   Where to get the book:  Where to find our guest: About your host, Melinda Kucsera: I am Melinda Kucsera, an indie fantasy author who wrote and published 20+ books since 2016 across 5 series. I write epic fantasy adventures … Continue reading Fantasy, Lore, and More with Mike Mollman

Hi, I’m indie fantasy author, Melinda Kucsera, and today Anna McCluskey joins me to discuss her contemporary fantasy series The Warrior Mage Librarians.  What’s it about?  What’s in this episode:   Where to get the series:  Where to find our guest:   About your host, Melinda Kucsera: I am Melinda Kucsera, an indie fantasy author who wrote and published 20+ books since 2016 across 5 series. I write epic fantasy adventures about families and magical creatures who’re just trying to survive in a world that hates and fears magic but is steeped in it. My books are full of magic and mayhem, … Continue reading Fantasy, Lore, and More with Anna McCluskey

Hi, I’m Melinda Kucsera and today I’m reading the first two chapters from my latest book, Shards For His Gift! (Curse Breaker #10) What’s the book about: While Sarn recuperates from his wounds and deals with his sentient magic, a strange gift arrives without any information about who sent it or why. Only a handful people know where he’s staying now, and none would send him a gift. For his son, this present is a mystery that must be solved if he could just get his hands on it. But everyone conspires to keep it away from him until the commander … Continue reading Shards For His Gift Preview & Chat

Hi, I’m indie fantasy author, Melinda Kucsera, and today W.D. Kilpack III joins me to discuss the first book in his series New Blood, Crown Prince.  Listen to the podcast instead. What’s it about? Natharr is Guardian of Maarihk. He and others before him have protected mankind since the Olde Gods walked. With Sight, Natharr Sees what will be and, as his father did before him, planned for decades to save newborn Crown Prince Vikari and help him reclaim the throne from the tyrannical Brandt of the Green. What’s in this episode:   Where to get the book:  Where to find … Continue reading Fantasy, Lore, and More with W.D. Kilpack III

It’s taken a few days. but it’s finally everywhere. What’s the book about? While Sarn recuperates from his wounds and deals with his sentient magic, a strange gift arrives without any information about who sent it or why. Only a handful people know where he’s staying now, and none would send him a gift. For his son, this present is a mystery that must be solved if he could just get his hands on it. But everyone conspires to keep it away from him until the commander of the Rangers goes in search of the dragons under the mountain. Then … Continue reading Get Shards For His Gift

Hi, I’m indie fantasy author, Melinda Kucsera, and in this episode Hannah Steenbock is joining me to talk about her book South Breaks, the first in a series following magic users fighting against tyranny.  Listen to the podcast instead. What’s it about?  A lost love. A broken destiny. A new chance. South has given everything to the Holy Empire until a rockfall gives her a second chance at the life stolen from her. Torn between family and love, South struggles to find purpose until the Priests abduct her niece. Rescuing the girl means returning where discovery means death.  What’s in … Continue reading Fantasy, Lore, and More with Hannah Steenbock

Hi, I’m indie fantasy author, Melinda Kucsera, and in this episode Toni Binns is joining me to talk about her book, Choice of the Traveler, a story of found family, slow burn romance, and unknown magic. Prefer to listen? This episode is also available on our podcast. Listen now. What’s it about? Betha’s world is shattered when demons invade. Powers emerge that she never knew she had, and hopes fall to her to stop the invasion. With her crush Carter protecting her, can Betha unlock her magic in time to save everyone she loves? What’s in this episode: Where to … Continue reading Fantasy, Lore, and More with Toni Binns

Hi, I’m indie fantasy author, Melinda Kucsera, and in this episode Brendan Noble is joining me to talk about his YA epic fantasy book, A Dagger in the Winds, the first volume in his Frostmarked Chronicles series inspired by Slavic mythology.   What’s it about?  A warrior shrouded in darkness. A witch sworn to revenge. A winter unbounded. Wacław is cursed with a power he doesn’t understand. Otylia is a witch who hates the winter goddess—and her once best friend Wacław. But visions show them fighting side by side. Facing magic and monsters, they must confront the cult of winter to … Continue reading Fantasy, Slavic Lore, and More with Brendan Noble