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The Truth About Storytelling

Tyrean Martinson

A podcast for writers, readers, and creatives. On Wednesdays, host Tyrean Martinson will share insights into writing, sharing work, the hard work of repeating those actions, and seeking joy during all. On Fridays, Tyrean will share some of her own written work.

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17:12

Episode 31: Pivoting as an Author, Pros, Cons, and...

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2024/08/14

In this one-off episode, I discuss reasons authors might want to pivot in their author business or writing, what some pros and cons are with pivoting, and questions to use when considering pivoting. I also discuss the reason for this episode - my own pivot for Dark Blade Forged's release in October.Next week, I will be back on Wednesday for more Worldbuilding.Links:Street Team Google Sign-upMy SubstackSummer Fantasy Adventures Newsletter

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22:35

Episode #30: Fiction Friday - Champion in the...

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2024/08/09

In this episode, I read Chapter 18 from Champion in the Darkness, discuss favorite characters, and creating depth in a secondary character and how that led to writing a new series. I also ask a few questions:Can you tell which point of view character was my favorite character while I was writing?And, if you are a Kickstarter backer, do you expect to receive a new book months in advance of the wide release of those books?Thanks for joining me!Links: My SubstackSummer Fantasy Adventures Newsletter

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18:46

Writing Episode - Worldbuilding, Part 5: Technology -...

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2024/08/07

In this episode, I attempt to tackle two subjects: Technology Use in Worldbuilding and the IWSG discussion topic about AI use. IWSG is a monthly blog hop about writing for writers and the AI discussion is in regards to our optional monthly question.Links:Tyrean’s Tales WebsiteSummer Fantasy Adventures Book FunnelBlaster Cannons, Aliens, Space Opera, and Really Big Ships Book FunnelNoblebright Scifi and Fantasy Book Funnel The IWSG Question was worded as follows: Do you use AI in your writing and if

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34:54

Writing Episode - World-building, Part 4: Geography,...

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2024/07/31

In this episode, I dive into possible ways geography and landscape have affected our world’s cultures, trade, and worldviews, and how this can happen in our fiction world-building to affect our fictional characters and create conflict in our stories. Mentioned: Lord of the Rings by J.R.R. Tolkien, Star Trek, Star Wars, The Champion Trilogy, The Rayatana Series, and Dark Blade: Forged.Links:Summer Fantasy Adventures Book Funnel for 70 free books!Tyrean’s Tales WebsiteTyrean on Substack - my

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15:26

Episode 27: Fiction Friday Episode - Champion in the...

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2024/07/26

In this episode, I read aloud chapter 17 from my novel Champion in the Darkness, and discuss the issues with writing scary scenes in young adult novels. How much is too much detail? How much is enough? If you have thoughts, please feel free to let me know by messaging me. Is this scene PG-13 or more?Tyrean's Tales WebsiteSummer Fantasy Adventures - 70 #free books, including Champion in the Darkness

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29:25

Writing Episode - World-building, Part 3: Maps,...

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2024/07/24

In this episode, I discuss four reasons to create maps for fiction narratives, whether those fiction narratives are set in imagined worlds or our contemporary world. I give examples from several books as well as some real life examples of how this exercise can help writers keep track of details, create obstacles for their characters, reveal important information about their characters, and create realistic details for their readers to enjoy.Mentions:Jemi Fraser, Romantic Suspense AuthorEC Murray,

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16:12

Fiction Friday Episode: Chapter 16 of Champion in the...

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2024/07/23

In this episode, I read chapter 16 of Champion in the Darkness and make a few remarks about the characters and their roles in this book as well as their roles in the prequel trilogy. Thanks for listening!Links:Champion in the DarknessTyrean's TalesNewsletter and Podcast on SubstackSummer Fantasy Bookfunnel

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10:30

News Episode: "Oops" and Realm Makers July 23, 2024

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2024/07/23

Last week I had a bit of an “oops” with my podcast scheduling, plus I went to Realm Makers Writing Conference. This episode is all about those two bits of news.If you are new to my newsletter, this is what you will receive most of the time: a podcast episode and a brief show summary. At some point, I may start including a transcript. I usually release two episodes a week: a writing episode on Wednesday and a fiction episode on Friday.Links:Summer Fantasy Book FunnelTyrean’s Tales WebsiteTyrean on

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16:12

Fiction Friday Episode

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2024/07/12

In this episode, I read chapter 16 of Champion in the Darkness and make a few remarks about the characters and their roles in this book as well as their roles in the prequel trilogy. Thanks for listening!Links:Champion in the DarknessTyrean's TalesNewsletter and Podcast on SubstackNoble Bright Book Funnel - Champion in the Darkness ebook is free until July 20th through this.

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23:04

Writing Episode - World-building and Setting, Part 2:...

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2024/07/10

In this episode, I discuss the way character is revealed through setting, and how setting can be a source of obstacles our characters face, especially in the area of travel in fantasy, science fiction, thrillers, and contemporary fiction.In this episode, I mentioned or made reference to: The Martian by Andy Weir, The Lord of the Rings by J.R.R. Tolkien, No Bed of Roses by Jemi Fraser, and my book Champion in Flight.I also mentioned: Cutter's Point CoffeeNoble Bright Fantasy and Scifi Book Funnel -

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31:51

Writing Episode: Setting and World Building, Part 1

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2024/07/03

In this writing episode, I introduce why I believe understanding setting and world-building details is important for us as authors, where I begin with setting and world-building, and briefly mention methods we can use to dive into our setting and world-building. I will be speaking more on this topic in coming episodes.In addition to that topic, I mentioned the Insecure Writer's Support Group and the optional question for the July post, which is: What are your favorite writing processing (e.g. Word,

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27:13

Writing Episode - Talking About Being a Writer

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2024/06/27

In this episode, I talk about three different reactions I get when I tell people I am an author, how I handle those interactions - sometimes well and sometimes awkwardly, and why I tell people if it's not always easy.Links to Current Book Funnels for July:Author Help Books - 10 Books for Authors! https://books.bookfunnel.com/authorhelp/1yr6dhtndqFierce Fantasy Books - 140 Books! https://books.bookfunnel.com/fiercefantasy-jun/n0uhy094vuLinks to my usual places:Tyrean's Tales

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20:17

Fiction Episode - Champion in the Darkness, Chapter 15

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2024/06/21

In this episode, I read aloud Chapter 15 from Champion in the Darkness, my overtly Christian Fantasy novel I wrote over a decade ago, and I discuss what went into this chapter and the scenes within it, as well as how it relates to my prequel trilogy, The Dark Blade Trilogy. Links:Champion in the Darkness https://books2read.com/u/bW8kJ0 Tyrean's Tales https://tyreanstales.com/

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14:01

Writing Episode - Achievable Goals and Habits

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2024/06/19

In this episode, I give a brief discussion on Achievable Goals and Habits as an author. Show Links:Clear, James. “Forget About Setting Goals. Focus on This Instead.” Accessed 6/18/2024. https://jamesclear.com/goals-systemsClear, James. Atomic Habits. https://www.amazon.com/Atomic-Habits-Proven-Build-Break-ebook/dp/B07D23CFGR/ eSoft Skills Team. “Sustainable Goal Setting for Personal and Professional Growth.“ESS Global Training Solutions. Accessed 6/18/2024.

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31:39

Fiction Episode - Champion in the Darkness, Chapters...

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2024/06/14

In this episode, I share a few events going on this week, read chapters 12-14 of Champion in the Darkness, and discuss the enjoyment of giving my characters troubles, and staying away from info dumps.Links for this episode:Mysteries, Monsters, and Mayhem Podcast where I'll be a guest on June 15th.Fierce Fantasy Book Funnel - over 140 books!Author Help Books - 10 books for authors by authorsPoetry Marathon EventChampion in the Darkness

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32:14

Writing Episode - Sustainable Goals and Celebrations

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2024/06/12

In this episode, I discuss the need for sustainable goals in my writing life, and how rewards (planned or happenstance) motivate and inspire me to keep going. Mini Points in this episodeIntroduction (0:00) Example of a goal from my past and a question of sustainability (1:00)Rewriting Goals and Problems with a Perfectionist Attitude (2:32)SMART Goal (4:02)My reason for focusing on sustainability (4:24)Sustainable and Realistic Goals (6:57)The reason for this subject today, my goals for the summer,

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30:19

Friday Fiction Episode - Champion in the Darkness,...

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2024/06/07

Buckle up! These chapters come with a minor content warning. These chapters contain some of the most open faith-based fiction I have ever written, so if you're worldview is not the same, please prepare yourself. And if your faith worldview is similar to mine, please take a breath, and consider this is a fictional world. It's hard to juggle faith in a fictional setting, especially a fantasy fictional setting, so note that I tried to stick to basic truths about faith in a way that's true to the

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21:54

Writing Episode - What is the "Truth" in Storytelling?

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2024/06/05

In this episode, I finally share the reason behind the name of this podcast The Truth About Storytelling, how it came to be, why I think it's important, and how truth in our storytelling can affect our fiction stories and our real lives. If you are interested in the last items I mention in the podcast, here are the links for those:IWSG (Insecure Writer's Support Group) Page LinkFor June 2024:Author Help BooksFierce Fantasy

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26:18

Fiction Episode - Champion in the Darkness, Chapters...

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2024/05/31

In this episode, I read out loud chapters 7 and 8 from Champion in the Darkness, and discuss projects I am currently working on, both one that relates to the Champion Trilogy and one that does not. I also mention a few promotional offers.Good through May 2nd:Magic and Mayhem - Free ebooks for Newsletter Sign UpsClean Scifi and Fantasy on KU - Books only free in KUJune 1-30:Fierce Fantasy - promotion

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43:42

Writing Episode - Character Names

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2024/05/29

In this episode, I discuss character names and how they can have meaning in our writing. I did quite a bit of research for this episode, and I mention a number of links, which are listed here:6 Creative Ways to Name Your Fictional CharactersCharacter NamesCratylic NamesHarry Potter and the Mysteries of Cormoran Strike – Part 2: Cratylic NamesHow To Come Up With Book Character NamesHow to Create Character NamesHow to Name Your CharactersNote 10 on Cratylic NamesThe Name and Its SignificanceWhat Kind

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