From Web Novels to PlayStation: An Interview with Maxime J. Durand. In this interview, we dive deep into his creative process, the challenges of adapting stories across different mediums, and what it means to be pioneering new paths in an industry that’s rapidly evolving.
Author Interviews
Author Spotlight: Rick Partlow
In this interview, Partlow shares his thoughts on writing, worldbuilding, and the Archangel series, exploring what it means to create heroes who are as flawed and human as they are formidable.
Author Spotlight: ThinkTwice
In this interview, ThinkTwice shares the inspiration behind The Root of All Evil, his writing process using voice-to-text technology, and why he loves crafting progression systems that challenge both his characters and his readers.
Author Spotlight: Jon Frater
Jon Frater is a multi‑faceted creative mind: an academic librarian by profession and a prolific science-fiction author by passion. His work spans several genres—from space opera and military sci-fi to darkly humorous thrillers.
Author Spotlight: Joshua T. Calvert
Joshua T. Calvert is an award-winning science fiction author whose books have collectively sold over one million copies worldwide.
Author Spotlight: Rachel Aukes
In this spotlight, we talk about Redline Corps series, where the enemy is vicious. Hope seems lost. But a few brave heroes can turn the tide. Humanity will prevail!
Author Spotlight: Valerios
In this interview, Valerios shares what inspired his latest book, The Wrath of Jerry—a playful, heartfelt twist on necromancer tropes. He talks about mixing cozy home-building with world-shaking stakes, crafting a system where necromancy becomes a friendship rather than a curse, and why Jerry’s emotional intelligence might be his most powerful weapon. From flying whales to undead shoemaking, Valerios dives into the joyful chaos behind his slice-of-death fantasy and what makes Jerry’s journey both deeply human and hilariously unpredictable.
Author Spotlight: Joshua Gayou
In this interview, Joshua Gayou shares how Commune evolved from a survival story into a reflection on society, power, and the price of peace—raising questions he never intends to answer for the reader.
Author Spotlight: Derek Shupert
In this interview, Shupert discusses what inspired Ashes of Tomorrow, how personal experience and parenthood influence his storytelling, and why flawed characters navigating impossible odds continue to resonate with readers.
Author Spotlight: L.L. Richman
In this spotlight, we talk to L.L. Richman about Battlefield Diplomacy 3: Insurrection, the latest in Richman’s high-stakes sci-fi series. From grounded science to emotional depth, she shares what goes into creating futures that feel both thrilling and disturbingly plausible.
Author Spotlight: Valerios
In this interview, Valerios shares what inspired Road to Mastery—a fast-paced LitRPG apocalypse series about Jack Rust, a down-on-his-luck biologist who wakes up in a dungeon with no magic, no weapons, and only his fists. He talks about designing a brawler-based combat system, the accidental evolution of cultivation mechanics, and the joy of writing progression that hits just as hard emotionally as it does physically. From flying whales to talking monkeys, Valerios explores the brutal, chaotic, and surprisingly heartfelt path Jack takes on his road to power.
Author Spotlight: Kos Play
In this interview, Kos Play opens up about his creative process, the characters who matter most to him, and the real-life inspirations behind his fantastical worlds. With a quick wit and a genuine love for his readers, Kos shares a behind-the-scenes look at the stories that have captivated fans—and the ones he can’t wait to write next.
Author Spotlight: T.J. Brearton
In this interview, T.J. Brearton shares insights into his creative process, his longtime fascination with isolation and identity, and how his screenwriting roots continue to shape his fiction.
Author Spotlight: Felix R. Savage
In this interview, Felix R. Savage discusses the ideas and influences that shape his work, from the philosophical underpinnings of his protagonists to the strategic realities of space combat. With a thoughtful perspective and a sharp sense of humor, Savage offers a compelling look into the creative process behind his expansive body of work.
Author Spotlight: Phil M. Williams
In this interview, Williams shares insights into his writing process, from researching military techniques to crafting realistic characters and emotional depth.
Author Spotlight: K.W. Foster
In this exclusive interview, Foster delves into the inspirations behind A Curse of Breath and Blood, the challenges of balancing romance and high-stakes fantasy, and the deeper lore shaping her immersive worlds.