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This is FanCastic! The fantasy book podcast where we fan cast all of your favorite characters from bestselling fantasy books.

Welcome to our eighth episode of FanCastic! I am so happy you are here!

Join me this week to welcome back Kjerstin Scheyer as we fan cast, recap, rant, and RAVE about "Iron Flame"; Book 2 of The Empyrean Series by Rebecca Yarros!

*EPISODE CONTAINS SERIES SPOILERS!!!*

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The storyline continues where the first book ended. Violet has to use the abilities she learned during Threshing at Basgiath War College and achieve her true power, even though the vice commandant is determined to show her how weak she is. Everyone expected Violet Sorrengail to die during her first year at Basgiath War College—Violet included. But Threshing was only the first impossible test meant to weed out the weak-willed, the unworthy, and the unlucky.

Now the real training begins, and Violet’s already wondering how she’ll get through. It’s not just that it’s grueling and maliciously brutal, or even that it’s designed to stretch the riders’ capacity for pain beyond endurance. It’s the new vice commandant, who’s made it his personal mission to teach Violet exactly how powerless she is–unless she betrays the man she loves.

Although Violet’s body might be weaker and frailer than everyone else’s, she still has her wits—and a will of iron. And leadership is forgetting the most important lesson Basgiath has taught her: Dragon riders make their own rules.

But a determination to survive won’t be enough this year. Because Violet knows the real secret hidden for centuries at Basgiath War College—and nothing, not even dragon fire, may be enough to save them in the end.

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A week prior to Iron Flame’s release, Variety announced Amazon MGM Studios acquired the rights to adapt the entire series for streaming. The deal includes Fourth Wing—which was released in May 2023—Iron Flame, and the three remaining books Yarros plans to write to conclude the series. Yarros is set to executive produce the series with Liz Pelletier, the founder of Entangled Publishing, and Liz Raposo, the president of Michael B. Jordan’s Outlier Society. Yarros is not set to have any writing credits in the series.

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This is FanCastic! The fantasy book podcast where we fan cast all of your favorite characters from bestselling fantasy books.

Welcome to our seventh episode of FanCastic! I am so happy you are here!

Join me this week as I welcome back Adara Bryan to recap & chat book two in the TOG series "Crown of Midnight" -- SPOILER: I still hate Chaol.

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After a year of hard labor in the Salt Mines of Endovier, eighteen-year-old assassin Celaena Sardothien has won the king's contest to become the new royal assassin. Yet Celaena is far from loyal to the crown – a secret she hides from even her most intimate confidantes. Keeping up the deadly charade—while pretending to do the king's bidding—will test her in frightening new ways, especially when she's given a task that could jeopardize everything she's come to care for. And there are far more dangerous forces gathering on the horizon--forces that threaten to destroy her entire world, and will surely force Celaena to make a choice. Where do the assassin’s loyalties lie, and who is she most willing to fight for?

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This episode contains SPOILERS and ADULT LANGUAGE

This is FanCastic! The fantasy book podcast where we fan cast all of your favorite characters from bestselling fantasy books.

Welcome to our sixth episode of FanCastic! I am so happy you are here!

113 years ago, on April 14th, the Titanic struck an iceberg at 11:40pm. By 2:20am on April 15th, the ship disappeared beneath the surface on the Atlantic Ocean..never to be seen again. 1517 lives were lost. Then, 5 years ago... the most INSANE book was published...and last week.... I read it.

It's another FUN-casting this week as I dive in (pun intended) to "The Deep" by Alma Katsu!

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Someone, or something, is haunting the Titanic. This is the only way to explain the series of misfortunes that have plagued the passengers of the ship from the moment they set mysterious disappearances, sudden deaths. Now suspended in an eerie, unsettling twilight zone during the four days of the liner's illustrious maiden voyage, a number of the passengers - including millionaires Madeleine Astor and Benjamin Guggenheim, the maid Annie Hebbley and Mark Fletcher - are convinced that something sinister is going on... And then, as the world knows, disaster strikes. Years later and the world is at war. And a survivor of that fateful night, Annie, is working as a nurse on the sixth voyage of the Titanic's sister ship, the Britannic, now refitted as a hospital ship. Plagued by the demons of her doomed first and near fatal journey across the Atlantic, Annie comes across an unconscious soldier she recognizes while doing her rounds. It is the young man Mark. And she is convinced that he did not - could not - have survived the sinking of the Titanic...

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Content WARNING: Adult themes, language, and mentions of self harm.

This is FanCastic! The fantasy book podcast where we fan cast all of your favorite characters from bestselling fantasy books.

Happy St. Patrick's Day! Welcome to our first FUN casting episode where we go a little off script and have some fun with stories.

In celebration of all things Irish, I pull out my narrating chops to cold read you a fairy tale full of folklore, magic, kingdoms, and spells- straight from Galways bookshelves! When visiting Ireland this past year, I picked up "Irish Gothic Fairy Stories" to learn of the tales being told. Boy are they WILD!

Grab a Guinness, serve up that corned beef / cabbage, and settle in for a story & a quick casting!

Cheers & Good luck for the year ahead!

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Hey there FanCastic listeners and watchers!

Introducing our first episode of a series of special episodes we are calling; Author's Aside.

Every season we will feature a favorite author chosen to sit down with us to converse about their process, inspirations, background, and fun facts!

Why "Author's Aside", you ask? Well, as you know, FanCastic is a Fantasy/Fiction podcast with an entertainment industry twist. In the biz, when a character onstage or onscreen quickly addresses the audience, it's known as an aside. It is a dramatic device for actors and a literary device for writers, asides appear across mediums to give viewers, listeners, and readers (that's you!) a unique narrative perspective. Essentially, it's a break from the scene's action where the character reveals thoughts, reactions, or quips directly to the audience.

Enjoy the break in our regular fan cast action and hang out with myself & Brittany Gossin!

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More about Brittany:

Brittany is a seasoned wordsmith, high school English teacher, and adjunct professor, whose passion lies in crafting fantastical tales. With over fifteen years of writing experience and a Master's degree in English and Creative Writing, Brittany delves into creating stories that whisk readers away into imaginative worlds where magic thrives and heroes emerge. As a high school English teacher, Brittany shares her love for storytelling, inspiring young minds to explore the wonders of literature and language. Additionally, as an adjunct professor, she mentors aspiring writers, guiding them on their creative journeys. Beyond her professional roles, Brittany cherishes her role as a devoted parent to three wonderful children and celebrates fourteen years of marriage to her own 'Prince Charming.' The everyday magic of family life often finds its way into her stories, adding depth to the fantastical adventures she pens. Drawn to the captivating allure of fantasy, Brittany finds inspiration in folklore, the beauty of nature, and the joys of parenthood. Through her writing, she invites readers to embark on adventures where bravery is tested, mysteries unravel, and the human spirit triumphs. When not lost in her own imaginary worlds, Brittany can be found exploring the outdoors with her family, engrossed in a captivating fantasy novel, or nurturing ideas for her next story. Join Brittany Gossin on a journey through the pages of her books, where every chapter promises magic, adventure, and a glimpse into the extraordinary within the ordinary.

Find her on socials: @brittanygossinwrites

Visit her website: https://www.brittanygossinwrites.com/

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