Fantasy

Episode 34: V.S. Holmes

December 4, 2019 admin Fantasy

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Welcome back everyone, it’s season two and I have another fabulous author to introduce you to. V.S. Holmes is on the show to talk about their awesome dark fantasy novel, Smoke and Rain, and some of the tough decisions that went into its creation.

Find Holmes’s books here: https://vsholmes.com/index.html

Thank you so much to all of you listening, you are the reason I’m doing this, to share my love of story with all of you. If you enjoyed this episode, please click subscribe, so that you can hear another great episode next week. The Raven is sponsored by my friends at Creative Edge publicity.

Look for them on their website at www.creative-edge.services

Creative Edge:  Your Brand, Your Future

If you enjoyed the story reading today, and you’d like to hear more stories narrated by me, check out the Tales From The Canyons Of The Damned on Audible, each issue has four to five great short stories, and they’re all narrated by yours truly. https://www.audible.com/pd/B07MXQMK95/?source_code=AUDFPWS0223189MWU-BK-ACX0-140415&ref=acx_bty_BK_ACX0_140415_pd_us

In addition to narrating stories, I also write them, and I have five full-length novels available now. If you’d like to check out my writing, head on over to my website at www.jnlavelle.com and see what you think.

Episode 32: Armand Rosamilia

November 26, 2019 admin Fantasy, Horror

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Ladies, gentleman, and all of my non-binary friends, I have a wonderful show for you! Today on The Raven I have master author Armand Rosamilia, who in addition to his many thrillers has written a collection of short stories called Keyport Cthulhu. I’ll be reading a selection from the book, and then having a deep dive with the author himself on how this terrifying book came to life. Enjoy!

Find Armand’s books here: https://armandrosamilia.com

Thank you so much to all of you listening, you are the reason I’m doing this, to share my love of story with all of you. If you enjoyed this episode, please click subscribe, so that you can hear another great episode next week. The Raven is sponsored by my friends at Creative Edge publicity.

Look for them on their website at www.creative-edge.services

Creative Edge:  Your Brand, Your Future

If you enjoyed the story reading today, and you’d like to hear more stories narrated by me, check out the Tales From The Canyons Of The Damned on Audible, each issue has four to five great short stories, and they’re all narrated by yours truly. https://www.audible.com/pd/B07MXQMK95/?source_code=AUDFPWS0223189MWU-BK-ACX0-140415&ref=acx_bty_BK_ACX0_140415_pd_us

In addition to narrating stories, I also write them, and I have five full-length novels available now. If you’d like to check out my writing, head on over to my website at www.jnlavelle.com and see what you think.

Episode 29: Stacey Filak

September 19, 2019 admin Fantasy, Thriller

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The long lost Filak recordings have been found! Due to some strange technical difficulties, it’s taken me a while to get this episode up, but now it’s here for you all to enjoy!

It was a beautiful night for a show at the Hazel B. Hayes auditorium at the Herrick District Librarywith the fabulous Stacey Filak! I’m a big fan of Stacey and her book, The Queen Underneath. I know you’re going to enjoy this episode, because I had blast with Stacey on stage!

Get The Queen Underneath here: https://www.staceyfilak.com/artists

Thank you so much to all of you listening, you are the reason I’m doing this, to share my love of story with all of you. If you enjoyed this episode, please click subscribe, so that you can hear another great episode next week. The Raven is sponsored by my friends at Creative Edge publicity.

Look for them on their website at www.creative-edge.services

Creative Edge:  Your Brand, Your Future

If you enjoyed the story reading today, and you’d like to hear more stories narrated by me, check out the Tales From The Canyons Of The Damned on Audible, each issue has four to five great short stories, and they’re all narrated by yours truly. https://www.audible.com/pd/B07MXQMK95/?source_code=AUDFPWS0223189MWU-BK-ACX0-140415&ref=acx_bty_BK_ACX0_140415_pd_us

In addition to narrating stories, I also write them, and I have five full-length novels available now. If you’d like to check out my writing, head on over to my website at www.jnlavelle.comand see what you think.

Episode 23: Katie Salidas

July 16, 2019 admin Fantasy, Paranormal, Thriller

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At last, she’s finally come on The Raven! My good friend, and extraordinary author, Katie Salidas is on the show with a special LIVE appearance at the Herrick District Library!

Check out Katie’s wonderful books here: www.katiesalidas.com

Thank you so much to all of you listening, you are the reason I’m doing this, to share my love of story with all of you. If you enjoyed this episode, please click subscribe, so that you can hear another great episode next week. The Raven is sponsored by my friends at Creative Edge publicity.

Look for them on their website at www.creative-edge.services

Creative Edge:  Your Brand, Your Future

If you enjoyed the story reading today, and you’d like to hear more stories narrated by me, check out the Tales From The Canyons Of The Damned on Audible, each issue has four to five great short stories, and they’re all narrated by yours truly. https://www.audible.com/pd/B07MXQMK95/?source_code=AUDFPWS0223189MWU-BK-ACX0-140415&ref=acx_bty_BK_ACX0_140415_pd_us

In addition to narrating stories, I also write them, and I have five full-length novels available now. If you’d like to check out my writing, head on over to my website at www.jnlavelle.comand see what you think.

For those of you who have supported me on Patreon, you’ll find some great bonus material. If you haven’t connected with me on Patreon, you can find me at patreon.com/jasonlavelle, where for only a few dollars a month, you can support the show and let me know that you enjoy it. In return, you will have access to additional stories and discussions, author Q&As, and personal and professional updates from me.

Episode 17: Death At Dusk

June 4, 2019 admin Fantasy

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Today I have the great pleasure of introducing a fantastic author, and a friend of mine, Mr. Joshua Robertson. Joshua writes epic fantasy on the darker side of the spectrum, and today he’s been good enough to read us a passage from his novel, Death At Dusk. The book is great, and Joshua’s reading is fantastic. Have a great time with the show, and be sure to check out all the other great interviews on The Raven.

You can find all of Joshua’s work here: https://robertsonwrites.com

Be sure to check out all of our great episodes at www.theravenpodcast.com

Thank you so much to all of you listening, you are the reason I’m doing this, to share my love of story with all of you. If you enjoyed this episode, please click subscribe, so that you can hear another great episode next week.

If you enjoyed the story reading today, and you’d like to hear more stories narrated by me, check out the Tales From The Canyons Of The Damned on Audible, each issue has four to five great short stories, and they’re all narrated by yours truly. https://www.audible.com/pd/B07MXQMK95/?source_code=AUDFPWS0223189MWU-BK-ACX0-140415&ref=acx_bty_BK_ACX0_140415_pd_us

In addition to narrating stories, I also write them, and I have five full-length novels available now. If you’d like to check out my writing, head on over to my website at www.jnlavelle.comand see what you think.

For those of you who have supported me on Patreon, you’ll find some great bonus material. If you haven’t connected with me on Patreon, you can find me at patreon.com/jasonlavelle, where for only a few dollars a month, you can support the show and let me know that you enjoy it. In return, you will have access to additional stories and discussions, author Q&As, and personal and professional updates from me.

Episode 14: The Fountain

May 16, 2019 admin Fantasy, Romance

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On today’s show we hear a passage from a young adult fantasy novel, The Fountain, by Suzy Vadori.

After the story, Suzy and I have a great talk about how this story came together, and how she crafted her characters and their relationships to be realistic and meaningful.

You can find The Fountain here: https://www.amazon.com/Fountain-Suzy-Vadori-ebook/dp/B0189N18BY/

Check out all of Suzy’s work here: https://suzyvadori.wordpress.com

Thank you so much to all of you listening, you are the reason I’m doing this, to share my love of story with all of you. If you enjoyed this episode, please click subscribe, so that you can hear another great episode next week. The Raven is sponsored by my friends at Creative Edge publicity.

Look for them on their website at www.creative-edge.services

Creative Edge:  Your Brand, Your Future

If you enjoyed the story reading today, and you’d like to hear more stories narrated by me, check out the Tales From The Canyons Of The Damned on Audible, each issue has four to five great short stories, and they’re all narrated by yours truly. https://www.audible.com/pd/B07MXQMK95/?source_code=AUDFPWS0223189MWU-BK-ACX0-140415&ref=acx_bty_BK_ACX0_140415_pd_us

In addition to narrating stories, I also write them, and I have five full-length novels available now. If you’d like to check out my writing, head on over to my website at www.jnlavelle.comand see what you think.

For those of you who have supported me on Patreon, you’ll find some great bonus material. If you haven’t connected with me on Patreon, you can find me at patreon.com/jasonlavelle, where for only a few dollars a month, you can support the show and let me know that you enjoy it. In return, you will have access to additional stories and discussions, author Q&As, and personal and professional updates from me. Music for this episode was composed and performed by Justin Turner. Thank you again, and I’ll see you next week.

Episode 12: Reborn

May 2, 2019 admin Fantasy, Thriller

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On today’s show we hear a passage from a dystopian fantasy novel, Reborn, by Jenna Green.

After the story, Jenna and I have a great talk about how this story came together, and how she built this unique world.

You can find Reborn here: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07JZKCMLX/

Check out all of Jenna’s work here: https://www.amazon.com/Jenna-Greene/e/B07MFR13KY/

Thank you so much to all of you listening, you are the reason I’m doing this, to share my love of story with all of you. If you enjoyed this episode, please click subscribe, so that you can hear another great episode next week. The Raven is sponsored by my friends at Creative Edge publicity.

Look for them on their website at www.creative-edge.services

Creative Edge:  Your Brand, Your Future

If you enjoyed the story reading today, and you’d like to hear more stories narrated by me, check out the Tales From The Canyons Of The Damned on Audible, each issue has four to five great short stories, and they’re all narrated by yours truly. https://www.audible.com/pd/B07MXQMK95/?source_code=AUDFPWS0223189MWU-BK-ACX0-140415&ref=acx_bty_BK_ACX0_140415_pd_us

In addition to narrating stories, I also write them, and I have five full-length novels available now. If you’d like to check out my writing, head on over to my website at www.jnlavelle.comand see what you think.

For those of you who have supported me on Patreon, you’ll find some great bonus material. If you haven’t connected with me on Patreon, you can find me at patreon.com/jasonlavelle, where for only a few dollars a month, you can support the show and let me know that you enjoy it. In return, you will have access to additional stories and discussions, author Q&As, and personal and professional updates from me. Music for this episode was composed and performed by Justin Turner. Thank you again, and I’ll see you next week.

Episode 10: Magpie’s Song

April 18, 2019 admin Fantasy, Science Fiction

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On today’s show we hear a passage from the gritty, urban fantasy novel, Magpie’s Song, by Allison Pang.

After the story, Allison and I have a great talk about how this story came together, and how Allison’s personal struggles have made the story what it is today. There’s so much more to this incredible creative process than I can describe here, so be sure you listen to the interview!

You can find Magpie’s Song here: https://www.amazon.com/Magpies-Song-IronHeart-Chronicles-Book-ebook/dp/B072MNKBYV

Check out Allison’s work here: https://www.heartofthedreaming.com

And her awesome web-comic here: https://sadsausagedogs.com

Thank you so much to all of you listening, you are the reason I’m doing this, to share my love of story with all of you. If you enjoyed this episode, please click subscribe, so that you can hear another great episode next week. The Raven is sponsored by my friends at Creative Edge publicity.

Look for them on their website at www.creative-edge.services

Creative Edge:  Your Brand, Your Future

If you enjoyed the story reading today, and you’d like to hear more stories narrated by me, check out the Tales From The Canyons Of The Damned on Audible, each issue has four to five great short stories, and they’re all narrated by yours truly. https://www.audible.com/pd/B07MXQMK95/?source_code=AUDFPWS0223189MWU-BK-ACX0-140415&ref=acx_bty_BK_ACX0_140415_pd_us

In addition to narrating stories, I also write them, and I have five full-length novels available now. If you’d like to check out my writing, head on over to my website at www.jnlavelle.comand see what you think.

For those of you who have supported me on Patreon, you’ll find some great bonus material. If you haven’t connected with me on Patreon, you can find me at patreon.com/jasonlavelle, where for only a few dollars a month, you can support the show and let me know that you enjoy it. In return, you will have access to additional stories and discussions, author Q&As, and personal and professional updates from me. Music for this episode was composed and performed by Justin Turner. Thank you again, and I’ll see you next week.

Episode 7: Worldshaper

March 19, 2019 admin Fantasy

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On today’s show, author Edward Willett reads us a passage from his fantasy novel, Worldshaper, and I have to say, he does a fantastic job!

After the story, Edward and I talk about fantasy, crafting new worlds, and making characters that are relatable and memorable.

Check out Edward’s work here: https://edwardwillett.com

And try out his podcast: https://theworldshapers.com

Thank you so much to all of you listening, you are the reason I’m doing this, to share my love of story with all of you. If you enjoyed this episode, please click subscribe, so that you can hear another great episode next week. The Raven is sponsored by my friends at Creative Edge publicity.

Look for them on their website at www.creative-edge.services

Creative Edge:  Your Brand, Your Future

If you enjoyed the story reading today, and you’d like to hear more stories narrated by me, check out the Tales From The Canyons Of The Damned on Audible, each issue has four to five great short stories, and they’re all narrated by yours truly. https://www.audible.com/pd/B07MXQMK95/?source_code=AUDFPWS0223189MWU-BK-ACX0-140415&ref=acx_bty_BK_ACX0_140415_pd_us

In addition to narrating stories, I also write them, and I have five full-length novels available now. If you’d like to check out my writing, head on over to my website at www.jnlavelle.comand see what you think.

For those of you who have supported me on Patreon, you’ll find some great bonus material. If you haven’t connected with me on Patreon, you can find me at patreon.com/jasonlavelle, where for only a few dollars a month, you can support the show and let me know that you enjoy it. In return, you will have access to additional stories and discussions, author Q&As, and personal and professional updates from me. Music for this episode was composed and performed by Justin Turner. Thank you again, and I’ll see you next week.

Episode 4: Sanctuary of Dehlyn

March 7, 2019 admin Fantasy

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On today’s show we hear a passage from Sanctuary of Dehlyn, a thrilling fantasy adventure by Kathrin Hutson.

After the story, Kathrin teaches me a little about the world of fantasy, writing different sexes, and her inspiration for The Unclaimed trilogy. We also talk a little about some of our favorite fantasy authors, and how the genre has evolved.

Find Kathrin’s novel, Sanctuary of Dehlyn, here: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07C43MST6

Check out all Kathrin’s work here: https://www.kathrinhutsonfiction.com

Thank you so much to all of you listening, you are the reason I’m doing this, to share my love of story with all of you. If you enjoyed this episode, please click subscribe, so that you can hear another great episode next week. The Raven is sponsored by my friends at Creative Edge publicity, who have been instrumental in helping to get this show off the ground.

Look for them on their website at www.creative-edge.services

If you enjoyed the story reading today, and you’d like to hear more stories narrated by me, check out the Tales From The Canyons Of The Damned on Audible, each issue has four to five great short stories, and they’re all narrated by yours truly. https://www.audible.com/pd/B07NFBFB45/?source_code=AUDFPWS0223189MWU-BK-ACX0-142355&ref=acx_bty_BK_ACX0_142355_pd_us

In addition to narrating stories, I also write them, and I have five full-length novels available now. If you’d like to check out my writing, head on over to my website at www.jnlavelle.com and see what you think. Music for this episode was composed and performed by Justin Turner. Thank you again, and I’ll see you next week.