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Epic Fantasy Adventures, Books, Lore & More! Melinda Kucsera
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I am Melinda Kucsera, an indie fantasy author, and I narrate chapters from my adventure books, talk about fantasy books with fantasy authors and try my best not to get derailed by the shenanigans of characters who are supposed to be fictional, but they don't stay within the pages of my books. I tell all their secrets and what trouble they get into in between books, and I try to get other fantasy authors to give away spoilers about their books.
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Fantasy, Lore, & More: Writing Diverse Characters
Hi, I'm indie fantasy author, Melinda Kucsera, and in this episode, Mariëlle S. Smith is joining me to talk about writing diverse characters in fantasy books.
Mariëlle S. Smith coaches creatives on their path to fulfilling their creative calling using a combination of life coaching, Akashic Records readings, cartomancy, and Reiki. She’s also a writer of YA and NA fantasy, an editor, and the co-host of Diving into Writing. She previously co-hosted the Doing Diversity in Writing podcast.
Where to find our guest:
Website: https://mswordsmith.nl
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mariellessmith
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tarotforcreatives
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thecoachforcreatives
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mswordsmith
Substack: mariellessmith.substack.com
Diving into Writing: https://divingintowriting.com
If you want a copy of the Doing Diversity in Writing Toolkit, message Mariëlle at marielle@mswordsmith.nl.
About your host, Melinda Kucsera:
I am Melinda Kucsera, an indie fantasy author who wrote and published 20+ books since 2016 across 6 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, but somehow, even the darkest adventure always ends well. Join me every week for a new story.
What series do I write?
The Curse Breaker series - listen to book 1 on Spotify now.
The His Angelic Keeper series - listen to book 1 on Spotify now.
The Robin of Larkspur series - listen to book 1 on Spotify now.
The Divergent Heroes series
The Curse Breaker’s Companion - listen to book 1 on Spotify now.
The Rogue Gods Trilogy - Follow the Rogue Gods Kickstarter Campaign.
Where to find your host, Melinda Kucsera:
Website: https://melindakucsera.com/
Start the Curse Breaker Series now.
Sign up for my newsletter: https://www.mkucsera.com/welcomecharacters
Read fun fantasy adventures MONTHS before anyone else on Patreon.
About Kickstarter
The Kickstarter to fund special editions of Curse Breaker Books 1-3, Curse Breaker Books 4-6, and Curse Breaker Books 7-9 ended, but you can still order copies.
Get the Limited Edition Christmas Epic Fantasy Adventure: A family searches for the true meaning of Christmas, then must save it in an epic fantasy adventure told through poems.
Follow the Rogue Gods Kickstarter Campaign. -
Fantasy, Lore, & More: Sundering
Hi, I'm indie fantasy author, Melinda Kucsera, and in this episode, R.M. Krogman is joining me to talk about her book, Sundering, book two in her epic fantasy trilogy.
What's it about?
As mindless violence spreads through the kingdoms like a plague, those with magical abilities are thrust onto diverging paths. Shipwrecked Konan finds new depths to his powers on an island of dragons while a usurper mimics his abilities. Lyra joins the High Temple but must confront its secrets as madness haunts the streets. And Reylin, self-proclaimed king, sails to the source to destroy the monstrous disease before it infects his homeland.
Can they control their immense gifts, or will the power lead to their undoing? Sundering weaves together their intertwined stories in this continuation of Krogman's epic fantasy trilogy.
What's in this episode:
R.M. Krogman will transport us into her richly-crafted world through an excerpt from Sundering.
We'll discuss expanding and interconnecting storylines and characters across the trilogy's second explosive installment.
We'll explore themes of power's corrupting influences, finding one's destiny, and confronting the darkness within.
Join us for a glimpse into an epic fantasy realm where gifts bestowed may also curse those who wield them.
Where to get the book: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CWB5BLJF (On sale for launch May 11-16!)
Where to find our guest:
Website: https://rmkrogman.com
use the code ROGUES one time to get 15% off their direct purchase from her website. This coupon is good for one year.
Instagram: https://instagram.com/r.m.krogman
Facebook: https://facebook.com/rmkrogman
Newsletter: https://rmkrogman.com/links
Desert Rose Kickstarter: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/rmkrogman/desert-rose-sweet-and-swoony-fantasy-romance-special-edition
About your host, Melinda Kucsera:
I am Melinda Kucsera, an indie fantasy author who wrote and published 20+ books since 2016 across 6 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, but somehow, even the darkest adventure always ends well. Join me every week for a new story.
What series do I write?
The Curse Breaker series - listen to book 1 on Spotify now.
The His Angelic Keeper series - listen to book 1 on Spotify now.
The Robin of Larkspur series - listen to book 1 on Spotify now.
The Divergent Heroes series
The Curse Breaker’s Companion - listen to book 1 on Spotify now.
The Rogue Gods Trilogy - Follow the Rogue Gods Kickstarter Campaign.
Where to find your host, Melinda Kucsera:
Website: https://melindakucsera.com/
Start the Curse Breaker Series now.
Sign up for my newsletter: https://www.mkucsera.com/welcomecharacters
Read fun fantasy adventures MONTHS before anyone else on Patreon.
About Kickstarter
The Kickstarter to fund special editions of Curse Breaker Books 1-3, Curse Breaker Books 4-6, and Curse Breaker Books 7-9 ended, but you can still order copies.
Get the Limited Edition Christmas Epic Fantasy Adventure: A family searches for the true meaning of Christmas, then must save it in an epic fantasy adventure told through poems.
Follow the Rogue Gods Kickstarter Campaign. -
Fantasy, Lore, & More: A Storm Rises
Hi, I’m indie fantasy author, Melinda Kucsera, and in this episode, Rose Garcia is joining me to talk about her book, A Storm Rises.
What’s it about?
A fae princess and a lowborn half-fae become unlikely allies during a dangerous hunt tied to prophecy.
A Storm Rises is a character-driven YA fantasy adventure.
When Avalynn and Mateo compete together in an elite hunt, they get caught up in political intrigue and must join forces to survive, even as an undeniable attraction grows between them.
What’s in this episode:
Rose Garcia will pull us into the mystical world of the fae with an excerpt from A Storm Rises, and we’ll learn about the rivalries and prophecies swirling around the hunt.
We’ll find out if Avalynn and Mateo can uncover the secrets threatening them and make it out of the hunt alive.
We’ll discuss these two characters’ journeys from reluctant competitors to trusted allies...and maybe more.
Join us for a tale of adventure, prophecy, and fated attraction.
Where to get the book: https://books2read.com/AStormRises
Where to find our guest:
Website: www.RoseGarciaBooks.com
Social Media: https://linktr.ee/rosegarciabooks
Newsletter signup: https://www.rosegarciabooks.com/newsletter
Kickstarter: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/rosegarciabooks/a-storm-rises-signed-deluxe-edition-hardcover
About your host, Melinda Kucsera:
I am Melinda Kucsera, an indie fantasy author who wrote and published 20+ books since 2016 across 6 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, but somehow, even the darkest adventure always ends well. Join me every week for a new story.
What series do I write?
The Curse Breaker series - listen to book 1 on Spotify now.
The His Angelic Keeper series - listen to book 1 on Spotify now.
The Robin of Larkspur series - listen to book 1 on Spotify now.
The Divergent Heroes series
The Curse Breaker’s Companion - listen to book 1 on Spotify now.
The Rogue Gods Trilogy - Follow the Rogue Gods Kickstarter Campaign.
Where to find your host, Melinda Kucsera:
Website: https://melindakucsera.com/
Start the Curse Breaker Series now.
Sign up for my newsletter: https://www.mkucsera.com/welcomecharacters
Read fun fantasy adventures MONTHS before anyone else on Patreon.
About Kickstarter
The Kickstarter to fund special editions of Curse Breaker Books 1-3, Curse Breaker Books 4-6, and Curse Breaker Books 7-9 ended, but you can still order copies.
Get the Limited Edition Christmas Epic Fantasy Adventure: A family searches for the true meaning of Christmas, then must save it in an epic fantasy adventure told through poems.
Follow the Rogue Gods Kickstarter Campaign. -
Fantasy, Lore, & More: Amaskan's Blood & Voices Carry
Hi, I'm indie fantasy author, Melinda Kucsera, and in this episode, Raven Oak is joining me to talk about Amaskan's Blood, Amaskan's Honor, & Voices Carry.
What's Amaskan’s Blood about?
Adelei is a master assassin in the feared Order of Amaska. On a supposed suicide mission deep in the Kingdom of Alexander, she finds herself in the hands of her birth father and the Order's enemies. With no holy order to protect her, Adelei tumbles into political schemes and discovers magic is very much alive in the Little Dozen Kingdoms.
Amaskan's Blood throws readers into an action-packed fantasy world where loyalties shift like sands and every truth depends on which side of the sword you stand.
What's in this episode:
Raven Oak will plunge us into her fantasy realm with a discussion of the intrigue and deadly stakes surrounding Adelei's mission.
We'll discuss worldbuilding the enthralling conflict between the Order of Amaska and the magic-wielding forces opposing them.
We'll explore Adelei's inner journey as she questions loyalties and faces truths that shatter her understanding as well as Raven’s personal connection with them.
Join us in a world where assassins, magic, and the machinations of kings and gods collide and stay for a discussion of her new memoir, Voices Carry.
How did Raven, an abuse-surviving queer, end up teaching in the middle of the Bible Belt? Better yet, how did Raven survive? Find out in Voices Carry, a journey of transition and self-discovery in a world built on silence.
Where to get the books:
Amaskan’s Blood: https://www.ravenoak.net/my-books/amaskans-blood/
Amaskan’s War: https://books2read.com/b/bppaEW
Voices Carry: https://books2read.com/voicescarry
Where to find Raven Oak:
Website for writing: www.ravenoak.net
Website for Art: www.theartofravenoak.com
Listen to music by Raven: https://www.ravenoak.net/my-books/walls-boxes-jars/
Facebook Reader Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/ravenconspiracy/
Facebook Author Page: https://facebook.com/authorroak
BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/ravenoak.bsky.social
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/author_raven_oak/
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@author_raven_oak
Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/raven_oak
Mastodon: https://wandering.shop/@raven_oak
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/kaonevar/
BookBub: https://www.bookbub.com/authors/raven-oak
Newsletter: https://www.ravenoak.net/join-the-conspiracy/
About your host, Melinda Kucsera:
I am Melinda Kucsera, an indie fantasy author who wrote and published 20+ books since 2016 across 6 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, but somehow, even the darkest adventure always ends well. Join me every week for a new story.
What series do I write?
The Curse Breaker series - listen to book 1 on Spotify now.
The His Angelic Keeper series - listen to book 1 on Spotify now.
The Robin of Larkspur series - listen to book 1 on Spotify now.
The Divergent Heroes series
The Curse Breaker’s Companion - listen to book 1 on Spotify now.
The Rogue Gods Trilogy - Follow the Rogue Gods Kickstarter Campaign.
Where to find your host, Melinda Kucsera:
Website: https://melindakucsera.com/
Start the Curse Breaker Series now.
Sign up for my newsletter: https://www.mkucsera.com/welcomecharacters
Read fun fantasy adventures MONTHS before anyone else on Patreon.
About Kickstarter
The Kickstarter to fund special editions of Curse Breaker Books 1-3, Curse Breaker Books 4-6, and Curse Breaker Books 7-9 ended, but you can still -
Fantasy, Lore, & More with Sentinals Awaken
Hi, I'm indie fantasy author, Melinda Kucsera, and in this episode, Helen Garraway is joining me to talk about her book, Sentinals Awaken.
What's it about?
When evidence of corruption surfaces, loyal soldier Jerrol is attacked after a sacred tree awakens the spirit of an ancient protector within him. Accused of treason and ordered executed, Jerrol flees. The goddess appoints him captain to find artifacts to save the realm from an emerging darkness. With a rare gift as the world's hope, can Jerrol rally the forces of good?
Sentinals Awaken is the first book in the award-winning Sentinal epic fantasy series full of immersive world-building and gritty conflict.
What's in this episode:
Helen Garraway will transport us into her richly-crafted world with an excerpt from Sentinals Awaken, introducing Jerrol and the awakening darkness.
We'll discuss Jerrol's surprising transformation from loyal soldier to the realm's last line of defense.
We'll explore the deeper themes of corruption, betrayal, and the battle of light against rising evil.
Join us in an ancient world where one man's heroic quest may be all that stands against the encroaching night.
Where to get the book: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08JQJZKKC
Where to find our guest:
Website: www.helengarraway.com
Amazon Author Page: https://www.amazon.com/author/helengarraway
Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/helengarrawayauthor
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/helengarrawayauthor/
BookBub: https://www.bookbub.com/authors/helen-garraway
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/helengarrawayauthor/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/HelenGarraway
Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/HelenGarraway
Newsletter: www.helengarraway.com
About your host, Melinda Kucsera:
I am Melinda Kucsera, an indie fantasy author who wrote and published 20+ books since 2016 across 6 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, but somehow, even the darkest adventure always ends well. Join me every week for a new story.
What series do I write?
The Curse Breaker series - listen to book 1 on Spotify now.
The His Angelic Keeper series - listen to book 1 on Spotify now.
The Robin of Larkspur series - listen to book 1 on Spotify now.
The Divergent Heroes series
The Curse Breaker’s Companion - listen to book 1 on Spotify now.
The Rogue Gods Trilogy - Follow the Rogue Gods Kickstarter Campaign.
Where to find your host, Melinda Kucsera:
Website: https://melindakucsera.com/
Start the Curse Breaker Series now.
Sign up for my newsletter: https://www.mkucsera.com/welcomecharacters
Read fun fantasy adventures MONTHS before anyone else on Patreon.
About Kickstarter
The Kickstarter to fund special editions of Curse Breaker Books 1-3, Curse Breaker Books 4-6, and Curse Breaker Books 7-9 ended, but you can still order copies.
Get the Limited Edition Christmas Epic Fantasy Adventure: A family searches for the true meaning of Christmas, then must save it in an epic fantasy adventure told through poems.
Follow the Rogue Gods Kickstarter Campaign. -
Fantasy, Lore, & More with #TheBreakIns
Hi, I'm indie fantasy author, Melinda Kucsera, and in this episode, #TheBreakIns are joining me.
Who are the #TheBreakIns?
#TheBreakIns is an all-new collective of independent sci-fi & fantasy authors, podcasters, and content creators that have recently, or are just about to, publish their debut novels. We began in late 2023 as a way to band together and “break in” to the indie publishing scene and our members have so far seen successes such as Kickstarter campaigns that’ve been funded in 14 minutes, viral posts in the millions of views, and managing to get a book into the hands of Brandon Sanderson himself!
You can check out more about the #TheBreakIns at our site here: https://thebreakins.com/ or you can find them on your favourite social media network by searching the hashtag.
About your host, Melinda Kucsera:
I am Melinda Kucsera, an indie fantasy author who wrote and published 20+ books since 2016 across 6 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, but somehow, even the darkest adventure always ends well. Join me every week for a new story.
What series do I write?
The Curse Breaker series - listen to book 1 on Spotify now.
The His Angelic Keeper series - listen to book 1 on Spotify now.
The Robin of Larkspur series - listen to book 1 on Spotify now.
The Divergent Heroes series
The Curse Breaker’s Companion - listen to book 1 on Spotify now.
The Rogue Gods Trilogy - Follow the Rogue Gods Kickstarter Campaign.
Where to find your host, Melinda Kucsera:
Website: https://melindakucsera.com/
Start the Curse Breaker Series now.
Sign up for my newsletter: https://www.mkucsera.com/welcomecharacters
Read fun fantasy adventures MONTHS before anyone else on Patreon.
About Kickstarter
The Kickstarter to fund special editions of Curse Breaker Books 1-3, Curse Breaker Books 4-6, and Curse Breaker Books 7-9 ended, but you can still order copies.
Get the Limited Edition Christmas Epic Fantasy Adventure: A family searches for the true meaning of Christmas, then must save it in an epic fantasy adventure told through poems.
Follow the Rogue Gods Kickstarter Campaign.