Miles Beyond the Page

In this episode of Miles Beyond the Page, host Michelle Miles breaks down how to write morally gray anti-heroes who feel dangerous, compelling, and emotionally safe for readers.

Using what she calls a “relationship engine,” Michelle explores why morally gray characters aren’t defined by attitude or aesthetics—but by their personal code, the lines they refuse to cross, and the repeated choices that build reade...

In this episode of Miles Beyond the Page, host Michelle Miles interviews retired Air Force officer and author Christopher Choate about his satirical military sci-fi space opera, Apollo Wept.

Christopher shares how his writing began with entertaining Christmas newsletters and how events in 2020 inspired him to imagine a dystopian America in 2104, where the Constitution has been ruled unconstitutional, the country is broke, history ha...

In this episode of Miles Beyond the Page, host Michelle Miles sits down with author and real estate attorney Brad Elder to discuss his debut thriller, Recoil of Justice.

The novel follows Houston lawyer Ryan Wolf as a seemingly straightforward case involving stolen software code spirals into a dangerous world of corporate espionage, cartels, human trafficking, and corruption. Blending legal thriller elements with high-stakes action,...

In this episode of Miles Beyond the Page, host Michelle Miles sits down with Pennsylvania author and creative director Christian Hurst to discuss his YA sci-fi/fantasy series, Lily Starling.

Beginning with Lily Starling and the Voyage of the Salamander, the series follows a memory-loss protagonist who discovers her place in the universe alongside a found family of starship crew members in a coming-of-age space opera filled with adve...

In this episode of Miles Beyond the Page, host Michelle Miles welcomes London-based speculative fiction author Stephen Oram, whose work sits at the fascinating intersection of storytelling, science, and emerging technology.

Stephen discusses his latest work, Brain Fruit, a futuristic fable exploring trust, symbiosis, and finding common ground through the unlikely combination of a bee, a bug, a brain fruit, and a group of droids. He ...

In this episode of Miles Beyond the Page, host Michelle Miles interviews author C.D. Bennett about her award-winning romantic suspense novel, No Good Deed. Set against the rugged beauty of Colorado, the story was inspired by C.D.’s love of the outdoors and follows a loner facing impossible odds who unexpectedly discovers the power of found family.

Michelle and C.D. talk about the emotional layers of romantic suspense, reader r...

In this episode of Miles Beyond the Page, host Michelle Miles sits down with author Isis Chandler to talk about her debut YA romance, a story shaped by the quiet ache of an unfinished high school experience and the lasting impact of intergenerational family trauma.

In a candid and heartfelt conversation, Isis shares how her own experience with family estrangement influenced her characters and why themes like going no contact with to...

In this episode of Miles Beyond the Page, host Michelle Miles interviews author, reseller, and entrepreneur Kira Hartley-Klinger about her fascinating journey from aspiring fiction writer to nonfiction storyteller and indie publisher.

After a life-changing divorce, Kira transformed an eBay side hustle into a thriving resale business and later expanded into Etsy, specializing in vintage fabrics, antique textiles, and rare finds. Mich...

“How do you write so fast?”

I get that question all the time—and today, I’m answering it honestly.

Not with hustle culture advice.

Not with unrealistic expectations.

And definitely not with some secret shortcut.

In this From the Author’s Desk episode of Miles Beyond the Page, I’m breaking down what my writing process actually looks like—and why “fast” isn’t really the goal.

Beca...

In this episode of Miles Beyond the Page, host Michelle Miles interviews author and former inner-city teacher Jill G. Hall about her writing journey, her award-winning fiction, and the inspiration behind her latest release, On a Sundown Sea.

Jill is the author of the acclaimed Ann McFarland dual-timeline trilogy—The Black Silver Coat, The Silver Shoes, and The Green Lake Corset—stories centered on a San Francisco artist ...

In this episode of Miles Beyond the Page, host Michelle Miles sits down with Richard Sparks, author of the New Rock fantasy series, to discuss his creative journey from British television sketch writing to novel writing.

An England-to-Los Angeles transplant, Richard shares stories from his early career—including writing a sketch that helped launch Rowan Atkinson’s stage career—and his current work developing new ma...

In this episode of Miles Beyond the Page, host Michelle Miles interviews T.D. Severin, a practicing glaucoma surgeon turned medical thriller author, whose debut novel Deadly Vision blends cutting-edge science with high-stakes suspense.

With over 30 years in medicine, Severin draws from real-world hospital politics, ethical dilemmas, and emerging “flashpoint” healthcare technologies to craft gripping fiction. At the heart...

In this episode of Miles Beyond the Page, host Michelle Miles interviews bestselling author Michelle Pillow, who has written over 100 books across genres, with a focus on sci-fi and paranormal romance.

Michelle Pillow shares exciting news about her seven-book deal with Tor Bramble (Pan Macmillan), which brings new audiobook editions of her beloved backlist series—Tribes of the Vampire and Realm Immortal—along with new ha...

A lot of people think worldbuilding is about maps, made-up languages, or giant lore documents.

But when I’m building a long series, worldbuilding isn’t decoration.

It’s infrastructure.

In this From the Author’s Desk episode of Miles Beyond the Page, I’m sharing how I build fictional worlds that can support 10+ books, spinoffs, evolving lore, and major plot twists—without collapsing under the weight ...

In this episode of Miles Beyond the Page, host Michelle Miles sits down with Ryan Consell, a writer, educator, and internationally acclaimed theorist on the science of fiction.

Born near Toronto and having lived and worked in Tokyo and Vancouver, Ryan brings a global perspective to his creative work. As a teacher of science and mathematics, stage actor, armorer, and passionate advocate for nerd culture, he blends analytical thinking...

In this episode of Miles Beyond the Page, host Michelle Miles sits down with Richard H. Moon, an award-winning writer, producer, and all-around creative whose passions range from science and storytelling to music, history, and beyond.

With a debut novel releasing in November 2025, Richard brings a deep love of speculative fiction, character-driven storytelling, and big thematic questions to his work—alongside a healthy appreci...

In this episode of Miles Beyond the Page, host Michelle Miles sits down with Kyle Shoop, an author whose storytelling spans romance, fantasy, and heartfelt contemporary fiction.

Kyle is the author of eight novels across two distinct series. His romance series features five standalone love stories inspired by the five senses, including titles like The Touch of Love. He has also written a fast-paced fantasy trilogy beginning with Acea...

What is it about the medieval world that continues to captivate readers?

Castles. Knights. Epic battles. Powerful love stories set against a backdrop of history, danger, and honor.

In this episode of Miles Beyond the Page, I’m joined by bestselling historical romance author Kathryn Le Veque, whose sweeping medieval novels have transported readers into richly detailed worlds of chivalry, court intrigue, and unforgettable romance...

In this episode of Miles Beyond the Page, host Michelle Miles welcomes Dianna Gunn, a dark fantasy author and passionate advocate for building supportive writing communities.

Dianna’s fiction includes the Moonshadow Rising duology—Moonshadow’s Guardian and Moonshadow’s Champion—along with anthologies like Killer Debt and Choices: An Anthology of Reproductive Horror. Her upcoming release, Woman of Sorrow...