Conversations with the creators of the best in science fiction and fantasy. If you love SF literature, are an author or aspire to become one, you'll enjoy this podcast.
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Show Notes:
Mike M is melting in Arizona, and Mike S is melting in Vermont. It isn’t pretty.
They are also upset that (The Artist Formerly Known As) Prince didn’t include them on the memo that stated “the Internet is over”, but the Mikes aren’t completely convinced, due to the work involved with the ever-increasing sales Mike S has to manage, and the increasing FarPoint Media downloads Mike M has to oversee.
Mike S also talks about the enormous response he’s had to the 10,000 copy “Talion Revenant” project, and about the increase in Amazon.com’s Kindle royalties (and how you’ll only get it if you specifically ask for it… so ask!)
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Interview: This week, Mike and Lorrie Mennenga chat with David Drake about his latest novel, The Legions of Fire. It’s the first in “The Books of the Elements”, a new four-part action fantasy series from Tor, set in fictional realm reminscent of ancient Rome, and Dave talks about how the story was influenced from his reading about the Sibylline Books and the Roman leaders who consulted them throughout history, and also talks about historical inaccuracies and assumptions based on stories where poetic licenses were taken, and more.
Feedback Wanted: What do you think about submitting writing related questions to “Cover to Cover”? What do you think about having authors read chapters as part of the show? Call in or email in with your thoughts!
Submitting Listener comments: If you have any suggestions or comments, please let us know! “Cover to Cover” has it’s own call-in line, 206-350-READ! That’s 206-350-7323, or just email Michael with a comment you’ve recorded yourself!
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Second Life Info: FarPoint Media’s Second Life space can be found on the Third Life Books island in the Wind River Territory, the place for SL versions of Michael A. Stackpole’s writings, frequent author readings, and many other goodies, including a Wednesday night writing workshop. Find the island here: http://slurl.com/secondlife/Wind%20River%20Territory/50/129/22
Promo: The Gmail Podcast
Promo: Geek Cred
Link: David Drake
Link: Dragon’s Fire, Wizard’s Flame by Michael R. Mennenga
