Words, Images, & Worlds
A passionate educator and avid reader with a PhD in literacy talks books, strategies, and more.
Episodes
Author Stan Berkowitz discusses his memoir, Beyond the Bat: Secrets of a Superhero Scribe, as well as his live action television writing and work on animated series like Batman Beyond and Superman: The Animated Series.
Author Jamie Jo Hoang talks family, writing craft, and VietJoy in this new 2026 episode of the show. Jamie is the author of My Mother, the Mermaid Chaser and My Father, the Panda Killer. You can find out more about this author's work on her website (linked here).
Author Emily Jahnke talks fantasy and writing craft, including her upcoming book with Jumpmaster Press.
Versatile author and artist Rich Tommaso talks working across genres and style, as seen in his Black Phoenix Magazine, as well as a shared love of film (DePalma and the Coen Brothers are among our topics) and other creative connections. You can follow Rich's Patreon (linked here) and find out much more.
Author and editor Paul Kane discusses creative process, the work of short and longer fiction, and the horror genre on this final episode of 2025. You can find out more about Paul's work at his website (linked here).
Author Amy Meyerson explores character and plot, reflecting on the novels The Bookshop of Yesterdays and The Imperfects, and discusses the move into psychological suspense in the new book, The Water Lies. You can find out more about Amy's work at her website (linked here).
Alistair Cross, author of the Vampires of Crimson Cove series, stops by to talk about co-authoring, creative inspirations, and the horror genre. You can follow Alistair's work and find out more at his website (linked here).
Author and poet Lindsey Goddard stops by to talk about creative process and inspiration. Lindsey also discusses the work of editing.
Artist and author Dennis Calero talks about working on comics, from craft to adaptations, including work on X-Men, James Bond, the tales of Edgar Allan Poe, and many more. You can follow and find out more on Dennis's website (linked here).
Author Edward M. Erdelac talks westerns, horror, and Lovecraftian inspirations -- plus work from prose to film. You can follow and find out more about Edward's work on his blog (linked here).
Author Dan E. Hendrickson talks about his journey to writing and his approach to historical and action storytelling, as well as his work on the new spiritual and historical novel, Magi Apprentice. You can find out more about Dan's work at his website (linked here).
Author and editor L.E. Daniels talks about writing and supporting creators in the horror genre, including conversation about what this community and craft affords for readers and authors. You can find out more about L.E.'s work on her Instagram page (linked here).
Author Simon Gervais discusses his co-authorship with Ryan Steck in The Second Son, as well as his Elias Network series. This interview focuses on the craft of writing thrillers. You can find out more about Simon's work at this website, linked here.
Artist Alex Cormack returns to discuss his collaborations in horror and history with the books Buried Long Long Ago and Medieval. You can follow and find out more on Alex's Instagram (linked here), as well as on other social media platforms.
Author Andrew Robertson talks about his path to genre, love for the X-Men, and voice for body horror. You can follow Andrew and find out more on Instagram (linked here).
Author John Jackson Miller returns to discuss his latest adventure in the world of Batman 89 -- the novel, Batman Revolution. You can find out more about John's work at farawaypress.com (linked here).
The authoring duo of Makayla Nielson (website linked here) and Trenna McMullin (website linked here) stop by to talk about crafting YA fantasy and the process of collaboration. Their new book, The Voyage of Clara Bowman, is out now.
Author John Collins talks about the frightening nature of carnivals, the welcoming spirit of the horror community, and his process for writing The Leeds Point Horror in this new episode. You can follow John on Facebook and learn more about The Leeds Point Horror at Alien Buddha Press (linked here).
Author Cate Holahan talks about creative process in solo and co-writing projects with a special focus on the research and work that she has completed in crafting the new novel, The Kidnapping of Alice Ingold. You can find out more about Cate's work at her website, linked here.
Author David Agranoff stops by to talk about creative process, the work of research, appreciation for Philip K. Dick, and much more. You can find out more about David's work on Bluesky (linked here).
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