Future Books S02E03 with Jamie Ibson

CKP fan favorites Kacey Ezell and Melissa Olthoff join the show for a wide-ranging discussion on all things worldbuilding, characters, and three hot new March releases.

Host Randall Willis also chats with Chris Kennedy about this month’s slate of CKP new releases.

CKP News Segment:

·         FALLOUT ON DARSAANA by Melissa Olthoff (Salvage Title)

·         COMPANION IN CHAINS by Melissa Olthoff (4HU)

·         MOTHER EARTH by William S. Frisbee (The Last Marines)

·         THE QUEEN’S FIXER by Kacey Ezell (Ashes of Entecea)

·         HOLY war BY Paul Piatt (Abner Fortis ISMC)

Interview Segment: Kacey Ezell and Melissa Olthoff

·         Channeling space opera stories of old with The Queen’s Fixer.

·         Playing with Medieval themes in science fiction.

·         Magic vs. Religion in story.

·         What happens when technology becomes a source of power?

·         When tech becomes a character in the Salvage Title Universe.

·         Return of the chipmunks in the 4HU.

·         From practical jokers to brothers and sisters in arms… and writing.

Visit kaceyezell.net or melissaolthoff.net to learn more about Kacy, Melissa, and their books. You can also follow both authors on Facebook and X.

Five-star reviews on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, etc. are much appreciated, as are show likes and channel subscriptions on the CKP YouTube Channel.

To learn more about CKP and its books, visit chriskennedypublishing.com.

Longtime CKP author Brisco Woods joins the show to discuss his new Fallen World novel, TRUTH AND CONSEQUENCES.

Host Randall Willis also chats with Chris Kennedy about this month’s slate of CKP new releases.

CKP News Segment:

·         WOLF LEGION by William Frisbee (The Last Marines)

·         TRUTH AND CONSEQUENCES by Brisco Woods (Fallen World)

·         RETALIATION by James Fox (Sol Saga)

Chris also discusses his latest collaboration with David Weber, TO CHALLENGE HEAVEN, and his new project with JN Chaney, SYMBIOTE WARS.

Interview Segment: Brisco Woods

·         Brisco’s origins as a writer.

·         A tale of family and how the Fallen World fell.

·         A deep dive into the technical weeds of the Fallen world Universe.

·         Brisco’s work in the Salvage title Universe.

·         Brisco’s love of Louis L'Amour and the Western genre.

·         Brisco’s upcoming projects.

Visit briscowoodsauthor.com to learn more about Brisco and his books. You can also follow him on Facebook.

Five-star reviews on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, etc. are much appreciated, as are show likes and channel subscriptions on the CKP YouTube Channel.

To learn more about CKP and its books, visit chriskennedypublishing.com.

CKP newcomer James Fox discusses his new book, REVOLUTION, and gives fans a taste of what’s to come in this exciting new scifi-thriller series from CKP. James also discusses his career as a screenwriter, and how that craft has informed his role as a novelist.

Host Randall Willis also chats with Chris Kennedy about this month’s slate of CKP new releases.

CKP News Segment:

·         WORLDBUILDING FOR NOVICES by Jon R. Osborne (non-fiction)

·         PRINCE CONQUEROR by Fred Hughes (Prince of Brittania)

·         REVOLUTION by James Fox (Sol Saga)

·         FOILED AMBITIONS by John Olsen (4HU)

·         R.A.E. STOLEN DREAMS by Dennis M. Myers (Rise of the Automated Empire)

Chris also looks ahead to many book deals, events, and new releases that fans can expect in 2024!

Interview Segment: James Fox

·         “If Tom Clancy dipped his toe into science fiction.” — Randy Willis on REVOLUTION

·         From screenwriting to novel writing.

·         Writing relatable characters.

·         Birth of a new trilogy.

·         The drivers of war regardless of era.

·         From Firefly to Wheel of Time: Influences abound in REVOLUTION.

·         Eliciting a visceral response from readers.

Visit thejamesfox.com to learn more about James and his books. You can also follow him on Instagram and Facebook.

Five-star reviews on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, etc. are much appreciated, as are show likes and channel subscriptions on the CKP YouTube Channel.

To learn more about CKP and its books, visit chriskennedypublishing.com.

CKP newcomer Michael Morton drops by the show to discuss his new 4HU novel, THICKER THAN WATER.

Host Randall Willis also chats with Chris Kennedy about this month’s slate of CKP new releases.

CKP News Segment:

·         TENTACLES OF DOMINION by D.T. Read (The Sergey Chronicles)

·         APHRODITE OF LUNA by John E. Siers (Lunar Free State)

·         THICKER THAN WATER by Michael Morton (4HU)

·         BROKEN TRUST by Dennis Myers (Rise of the Automated Empire)

·         WOLF EMPEROR by William Frisbee (The Last Marines)

Chris also discusses the future of FactoryCon and the sweeping changes that are coming to the CKP website which will offer readers tons of new features!

Interview Segment: Michael Morton

·         Michael’s CKP connection through Kevin Ikenberry

·         From Falling Empires to the 4HU

·         A new mercenary family takes flight

·         Crafting three-dimensional supporting cast of characters

·         Moving from merc wars to “car wars”

·         Once a spaceman, always a spaceman

Visit chriskennedypublishong.com to learn more about Michael and his books. You can also follow him on Facebook and Instagram.

Five-star reviews on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, etc. are much appreciated, as are show likes and channel subscriptions on the CKP YouTube Channel.

Bestselling CKP author and 4HU co-founder Mark Wandrey stops by the show to discuss his new novel, WINGED HUSSARS: ANDROMEDA. Mark also discusses the upcoming 4HU role playing game and what’s next on his writing schedule.

Host Randall Willis also chats with Chris Kennedy about this month’s slate of CKP new releases.

NOTE: This episode was recorded before the start of FactoryCon 2023 in Coinjock, NC. Be sure to check out Chris Kennedy’s Facebook page for loads of great photos from the event!

CKP News Segment:

·         FAREWELL MY UGLY by Rob Howell (Edward Sagas)

·         WINGED HUSSARS: ANDROMEDA by Mark Wandrey (4HU)

·         RAE PRECIPICE by Dennis M. Myers (Rise of the Automated Empire)

·         SON OF THE WOLF by William Frisbee (The Last Marines)

Randy also runs down the month’s audiobook releases from CKP.

Interview Segment: Mark Wandrey

·         Alexis Cromwell returns to the forefront

·         Hussars family ties and traits

·         4HU secrets revealed and new directions

·         Sato returns

·         A massive story with massive revelations

·         The legacy of the 4HU six years and 90 books later

·         The upcoming 4HU role playing game

·         What’s next for Mark Wandrey

Visit worldmaker.us to learn more about Mark and his books. You can also follow him on Facebook and Instagram.

Five-star reviews on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, etc. are much appreciated, as are show likes and channel subscriptions on the CKP YouTube Channel.

To learn more about CKP and its books, visit chriskennedypublishing.com.

CKP newcomer Carolyn Kay discusses her new 4HU novel — GUNPOWDER GEISHAS — and it’s myriad influences ranging from classic military sci-fi to Japanese anime culture.

Host Randall Willis also chats with Chris Kennedy about this month’s slate of CKP new releases.

CKP News Segment:

·         WHERE NOW THE RIDER by Rob Howell (Firehall Sagas)

·         GUNPOWDER GEISHAS by Carolyn Kay (4HU)

·         FINAL ASSEMBLY by Dennis M. Myers (Rise of the Automated Empire)

·         ECHOES OF ISSEL by D.T. Read (The Sergey Chronicles)

·         SALVAGE SEARCH by David Alan Jones  (Salvage Title)

Chris also runs down the month’s audiobook releases from CKP.

Interview Segment: Carolyn Kay

·         Carolyn’s first foray into military science fiction

·         Writing an all-female cast with depth

·         A dash of cyberpunk and anime

·         4HU fans meet “hard suits”

·         Carolyn’s writing credits beyond Mil SF

Visit carolynkayauthor.com to learn more about Carolyn and her books. You can also follow her on Facebook, X (formerly Twitter), and Instagram.

Five-star reviews on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, etc. are much appreciated, as are show likes and channel subscriptions on the CKP YouTube Channel.

To learn more about CKP and its books, visit chriskennedypublishing.com.

CKP scifi author D.T. Read discusses GANWOLD’S CHILD, the first novel in her newly relaunched “The Sergey Chronicles” series.

Host Randall Willis also chats with Chris Kennedy about this month’s slate of CKP new releases.

CKP News Segment:

·         PEACE DIVIDEND by P.A. Piatt (Abner Fortis ISMC)

·         TEMPERED BY BLOOD by Nic Plume (Shadows of Peace)

·         VOLUNTEER FURY by Kevin Ikenberry (The Guardian Covenant)

·         GANWOLD’S CHILD by D.T. Read (The Sergey Chronicles)

·         TAILS OF REVENGE by Alex Rath (Salvage Title)

Chris also gives an update on the upcoming CKP audio releases as well as the final open slots for FactoryCon 2023, happening Oct. 20-22 in Coinjock, North Carolina.

Interview Segment: D.T. Read

·         Origins of the Seventh Shaman series

·         Molding Native American themes into military science fantasy

·         Awards and recognitions

·         The “what if?” journey of  crafting GANWOLD’S CHILD

·         Words of wisdom from Orson Scott Card

·         Writing space fantasy vs. space thrillers

To learn more about D.T. Read and her books, please visit her website. You can also follow her on Facebook and Patreon.

Five-star reviews on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, etc. are much appreciated, as are show likes and channel subscriptions on the CKP YouTube Channel.

To learn more about CKP and its books, visit chriskennedypublishing.com.

CKP scifi author Tim C. Taylor discusses THE LAST REDOUBT, the final stanza in his wildly popular Chimera Company series.

Host Randall Willis also chats with Chris Kennedy about this month’s slate of CKP new releases.

CKP News Segment:

·         Stand on Xanadu by John. E. Siers (Free Lunar State)

·         The Last Redoubt by Tim C. Taylor (Chimera Company)

·         Brass Inc. by William S. Frisbee (4HU)

·         Eyes of a Doll by Rob Howell (Firehall Saga)

Chris also gives a brief “After Action Report” on LibertyCon 2023 and unveils plans for a CKP author tour of the UK in summer of 2024.

Interview Segment: Tim C. Taylor

·         Lowering the curtain on the Chimera Company

·         Telling a complete story

·         Crafting “unlikely associate” characters and relationships

·         Tim’s love of Jim Butcher

·         Tim’s other projects in the 4HU and other universes

Visit timctaylor.wordpress.com to learn more about Tim and his books. You can also follow him on Facebook and Twitter.

Five-star reviews on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, etc. are much appreciated, as are show likes and channel subscriptions on the CKP YouTube Channel.

To learn more about CKP and its books, visit chriskennedypublishing.com.

CKP bestselling author and head of New Mythology Press Rob Howell discusses his forthcoming novel relaunch for A LAKE MOST DEEP as well as all the amazing happenings in the world of fantasy publishing.

Host Randall Willis also chats with Mark Stallings, filling in for Chris Kennedy, about this month’s slate of CKP new releases.

CKP News Segment:

·         Harvest by P.A. Piatt (Abner Fortis ISMC)

·         A Hope in Hell by Christopher Nuttall (Heirs to Cataclysm)

·         An Isolation of Purpose by C.S. Ferguson (The Trans-Human War)

·         Privateers and Pandemonium by Nick Steverson and Melissa Olthoff (Salvage Title)

·         A Lake Most Deep by Rob Howell (Fire Hall Saga)

·         Tinaree: Forged by Crucible by Nic Plume (Shadows of Peace)

Interview Segment: Rob Howell

·         Rob’s move to small-town Kansas

·         Opening a brick and mortar bookstore

·         Relaunching the Fire Hall fantasy Series

·         “Harry Bosch meets Tolkien”

·         Exciting things happening with great authors at New Mythology Press

·         Expansion of The Milesian Accords by Jon Osborne

·         New Mythology is seeking authors for Valor anthologies

·         Tales from LibertyCon 2023

Visit robhowell.org to learn more about Rob and his books or follow him on Twitter, Facebook, and Discord. Rob also offers a Patreon account featuring exclusive content for readers.

Five-star reviews on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, etc. are much appreciated, as are show likes and channel subscriptions on the CKP YouTube Channel.

To learn more about CKP and its books, visit chriskennedypublishing.com.

Host Randall Wills chats with one of CKP’s up and coming authors, Nic Plume, about her new military scifi novel, TRIAL BY INFERNO, and the inspirations behind her forthcoming trilogy.

Randy also chats with Chris Kennedy about this month’s slate of CKP new releases.

CKP News Segment:

·         Pirates and Payback by Nick Steverson and Melissa Olthoff (Salvage Title)

·         New Horizons by Chris Kennedy (author anthology)

·         The Phoenix Initiative by Chris Kennedy and Mark Wandrey (4HU anthology)

·         Shadow Ash and Prophecy by Trisha Woolrich (27 Kingdoms)

·         Trial by Inferno by Nic Plume (new series)

·         Prince Liberator by Fred Hughes (Prince of Britania)

Audio Releases

·         Prince Awakens by Fred Hughes (Prince of Britania)

·         Revenant by J.P. Chandler (Fallen World)

·         It Takes All Kinds edited by Kevin Steverson (Salvage Title anthology)

·         On a Cloudy Day by Kevin Ikenberry and Jason Cordova (4HU)

·         Misfits by Kevin Ikenberry and Jason Cordova (4HU)

·         Hunters and Hijinks by Nick Steverson and Melissa Olthoff (Salvage Title)

Interview Segment: Nic Plume

·         The themes of Trial by Inferno

·         Military scifi with characters first

·         The relationship between mother and son in the story

·         Different cultures for a different time and place

·         Nic’s future projects

Visit nicplume.com to learn more about Nic’s work. You can also follow her on Facebook and Instagram.

Five-star reviews on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, etc. are much appreciated, as are show likes and channel subscriptions on the CKP YouTube Channel.

To learn more about CKP and its books, visit chriskennedypublishing.com.