Hey everybody, Alive After Reading is back this week with an interview featuring Author and friend of the show, Drue Bernardi. We talk about his fiction, from disaster fiction to space marines and beyond. It’s a good time. Thanks for listening!

Of Mooks and Monsters Episode 98 – Loose GMs

Jul 25th, 2018 22m 36s

This week’s episode is all about the foibles of winging too much of the games you’re running. Rob and I talk all over this issue and offer a few solutions. Thanks for listening! Don’t forget, I write fiction in addition to podcasting! You can f

Alive After Reading Episode 68 – Jim Christina

Jul 22nd, 2018 27m 24s

This week on Alive After Reading, I interview Jim Christina, an author and radio host about his fiction works, delving into historical fiction and the Western genre. Check out Jim’s work here. Thanks for listening!The post Alive After Reading

Of Mooks and Monsters Episode 97 – The Quest for Peace

Jul 18th, 2018 24m 3s

We’re back discussing how to start a campaign from an unstable or downbeat situation and have players aspire to something greater, either for their characters, or the game world, or both. Thanks for listening. Don’t forget, you can email us any

Alive After Reading Episode 67 – Paul E Cooley

Jul 15th, 2018 31m 30s

This week Alive After Reading welcomes fellow podcaster and author, Paul E Cooley, the mind behind The Black and the Derelict Saga. Paul rocks, and this episode we focus on a discussion about science fiction. We geek out a bit about the future

Of Mooks and Monsters 96 – Speeding Up Character Creation

Jul 11th, 2018 26m 53s

This week, Rob and I discuss how to speed up the character creation process for your games using examples from a recent Call of Cthulhu session Rob is running. Thanks for listening! You can email the show at [email protected]

Alive After Reading Episode 66 – Konn Lavery Returns

Jul 8th, 2018 27m 39s

This week on Alive After Reading, returning guest, Konn Lavery joins me to discuss his latest book, YEGman, as well as his recent reads. Thanks for listening! The post Alive After Reading Episode 66 – Konn Lavery Returns first appeared on Men

Of Mooks and Monsters Episode 95 – Lessons from Disney Weenies

Jul 4th, 2018 23m 29s

This week on Of Mooks and Monsters we discuss how to use landmarks and other forms of in-world compasses in your games, as inspired by Disney “Weenies.”The post Of Mooks and Monsters Episode 95 – Lessons from Disney Weenies first appeared on M

Alive After Reading Episode 65 – Chris Winder

Jul 1st, 2018 30m

This week on Alive After Reading, I am joined by author and podcaster Chris Winder, co-host of the Scifi Shenanigans Podcast! Check out Chris’ books on amazon.com. Thanks for listening!The post Alive After Reading Episode 65 – Chris Winder fir

Alive After Reading Episode 64 – Shawn Bird

Jun 24th, 2018 20m 24s

This week on Alive After Reading, I talk with author Shawn Bird. However, when you get this I will be wrapping up my stay at 4th Street Fantasy Convention. Shout out to all the authors and all the other awesome folk there this weekend! Thanks f

OMM Episode 94 – Character Voices

Jun 20th, 2018 19m 5s

This week, Rob and I talk character voices of all kinds. Rob takes the forefront on this one. Thanks for listening!The post OMM Episode 94 – Character Voices first appeared on Mental Cellar Publications.

Alive After Reading Episode 63 – Rachel Aaron

Jun 17th, 2018 36m 9s

This week on Alive After Reading I talk with the awesome author, Rachel Aaron about books, writing, and publishing. I try not to fanboy too much, because Rachel is a current favorite author of mine. Check out her works as Rachel Aaron here. Don

Of Mooks and Monsters Episode 93 – A Tired GM

Jun 13th, 2018 28m 6s

How does a game master run when they lack optimal energy? That’s the subject of this week’s podcast. From both Rob and me, thanks for listening.The post Of Mooks and Monsters Episode 93 – A Tired GM first appeared on Mental Cellar Publications

Alive After Reading 62 – C D Brown

Jun 10th, 2018 36m 56s

This week on Alive After Reading I have a conversation with filmmaker and author, C. D. Brown. Check out his latest work, Vamp City, today. Thanks for listening!The post Alive After Reading 62 – C D Brown first appeared on Mental Cellar Public

Of Mooks and Monsters 92 – The Element of Surprise

Jun 6th, 2018 22m 2s

This week on Of Mooks and Monsters, Rob and I discuss how (and when) to surprise your players. Thanks for listening! Don’t forget, you can join our facebook page to be notified of news and community about the show there as things develop.The p

Alive After Reading Episode 61 – Kelly Charron

Jun 3rd, 2018 36m 20s

This week on Alive After Reading is my conversation with author Kelly Charron. Kelly writes urban fantasy and knows a thing or two about reading and writing. Thanks for listening, everyone!The post Alive After Reading Episode 61 – Kelly Charro

Of Mooks and Monsters Episode 91 – Taking Your Party Places

May 30th, 2018 23m 56s

How do you introduce your players to new settings in your game? Rob and I discuss that subject in today’s episode. Look up Of Mooks and Monsters on youtube if you prefer to listen there. As always, thanks for listening!The post Of Mooks and Mo

Alive After Reading Episode 60 – Tosca Lee

May 27th, 2018 29m 5s

Hi, everybody! This week, Alive After Reading returns airing my conversation with New York Times Bestselling thriller and historical fiction author, Tosca Lee! Check out Tosca’s website to learn more about her. Thanks for listening.The post Al

Of Mooks and Monsters Episode 90 – American Crime Story S1

May 23rd, 2018 22m 16s

Welcome back to Of Mooks and Monsters. This week, Rob and I discuss lessons we can learn from American Crime Story Season 1, the Trial of O.J. Simpson. Thanks for listening!The post Of Mooks and Monsters Episode 90 – American Crime Story S1 fi

Alive After Reading Episode 59 – Steena Holmes

May 20th, 2018 32m 1s

This week on Alive After Reading, I have an awesome interview with New York Times bestselling author, Steena Holmes. We talk about her books, and how she does her best for her readers each time she writes something new. It was an eye-opening co

Of Mooks and Monsters Episode 89 – Lessons from Futurama

May 16th, 2018 24m 53s

Of Mooks and Monsters is back! Rob and I return with a new format of episode: Lessons From… and this week we are using a favorite show of ours, Futurama. Thanks for listening!The post Of Mooks and Monsters Episode 89 – Lessons from Futurama fi

Alive After Reading Episode 58 – Jennifer Foehner Wells

May 13th, 2018 37m 12s

This week on Alive After Reading, I talk with the fabulous Jennifer Foehner Wells, author of the Confluence series. I had a ton of fun with this interview. There’s a lot to learn here, and a lot to enjoy. Thanks for listening!The post Alive Af

Alive After Reading 57 – Sarah Johnson

May 6th, 2018 31m 31s

This week on Alive After Reading is a conversation with author Sarah Johnson. Check out her works out there on the web. Thanks for listening!The post Alive After Reading 57 – Sarah Johnson first appeared on Mental Cellar Publications.

Alive After Reading 56 – Jim Jackson

Apr 29th, 2018 37m 34s

Hi everybody! We’re back with another episode. In this Alive After Reading, I talk with Jim Jackson about his books and the fear of writing. Check out Jim’s website and find his books out there in the world and on the web Facebook. Thanks for l

Alive After Reading Episode 54 – Chris Patchell

Apr 15th, 2018 27m 33s

This week on Alive After Reading, I chat with the award-winning author, Chris Patchell. Find out more about her books here. Thanks for listening! The post Alive After Reading Episode 54 – Chris Patchell first appeared on Mental Cellar Publica