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Connor Reads Books

L. Connor Voice

Are you a fan of audiobooks? This is a podcast for you! Join Connor on his quest to read more, and practice his narration skills. Connor Reads books from the public domain, but is happy to read any book he is given permission to read; we don"t want to start the podcast Connor Gets Sued. This show contains all sorts of stories, so the content warnings will be different depending on the story he reads.

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Episode 26: “Desert Dwellers” by Cliff Creosote

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2025/10/29

When the earth splits open under a moonlit desert sky, survival becomes more than a test of will—it becomes a nightmare. Join Carter and his research crew deep in the Sonoran wilderness as their expedition turns from scientific to supernatural. An earthquake, a missing teammate, and an unspeakable creature lurking beneath the sand. This is one trip they’ll never forget. Featuring a full cast of voice actors, Desert Dwellers combines immersive sound design, atmospheric storytelling, and unrele...

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Episode 25: Welcome to the Fantasy Fair - Marissa...

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2025/09/29

‘Follow Wendolyn, a first-time author, as she discovers that behind the cosplay, panels, and raven companions, lies something far darker than she ever dreamed. When stories come alive, the fair becomes more than a celebration of fantasy—it becomes a reckoning.’Today we read ‘Welcome to the Fantasy Fair’ written by Marissa Mcnamara, and published by Pink Hydra Press in their August 2024 issue. Marissa gave me permission to read this story on the podcast, and Pink Hydra Press was gracious and g...

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Episode 24: Kim Green - Author Interviews

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2025/09/15

Howdy Folks, today we talk with Kim Green, Owner of Blank Page Consulting, and Author of Books like Vicissitudes, Hallucination, and Isolation - the last of which is our topic of discussion today. We start by talking about Kim’s writing experience and history, then delve into the raw and political commentary of her book Isolation, a soul-bearing collection of blogs written during the emergence of the Covid-19 pandemic that are revisited with poignant postscript in 2023. This is a very politic...

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Episode 23: David Hankins - Author Interview

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2025/09/01

Howdy Folks today we talk with David Hankins, a prolific award winning author who has been featured in dozens of magazines and anthologies, as well as creating the Grimsworld Series. We talk about David’s inspirations for his works, which tend to be lighthearted fantasy and sci-fi tales. Dive in and discover how the headaches and humor of bureaucratic mismanagement inspired David to write a series. David is also featured in every installment of The Unhelpful Encyclopedia Series and we discus...

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Episode 22: Michael La Ronn - Author Interview

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2025/08/18

Howdy Folks today we talk with Michael La Ronn, a prolific sci-fi and fantasy writer, youtuber, and owner of Author Level Up. We talk about Michael’s experience with the Murderfish Anthology, how he found his writing style, and how he became the writer he is today. We discuss the differences between writing to teach, and writing to entertain. Dive in, and hear how authenticity, passion, spontaneity, and a can-do attitude have been core tenants in Michael’s writing journey. Michael’s Links: Au...

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Episode 21: Jake Stein - Author Interview

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2025/07/21

Howdy Listeners, we have another author interview for you! Today we talk to Jake Stein, a prolific fiction short story writer who’s had quite a few publications in the past years. We dive into Jake’s inspirations, his approach to writing, and how sometimes the hard hitting stories don’t explode, but burn slowly. Jake’s writing has also been brought to the audio space on a handful of podcasts, including this one! Thanks Jake for coming on the show and sharing your approach to writing, and how...

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Episode 20: The Rats in the Walls

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2025/07/14

Howdy Listeners, today we dive into one of Connor’s favorite H.P. Lovecraft Stories - The Rats in the Walls. A story of an older man who’s knowledge of his family’s past is Dubious at best, that is until his son is shipped off to fight the great war, and comes back with knowledge of their ancestral home - Exam Priory. Our protagonist moves to the priory, learning of its troubled past, and is at once haunted by the ghosts of the isolated castle. Content Warnings: Gore, Rats,Violence, Coarse La...

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Episode 19: Marissa McNamara - Author Interview

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2025/06/23

Howdy Listeners, we have another author interview for you! Today we talk to Marissa McNamara, a fantasy and sci-fi writer based in Brisbane, Australia. We talk about how she got into writing, her process, her perspective, and her plans for the future! In celebration of the Murderfish kickstarter, we are going to be interviewing some of the authors that have contributed to Anthology. Thanks for being the first Marissa!!Marissa’s Links: https://mmcnamarabooks.com/https://mmcnamarabooks.com/?pag...

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Episode 18: "Real Food", Jake Stein - Murderfish...

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2025/05/19

Get your feet wet with this preview story from "Murderfish," the third installment of the Unhelpful Encyclopedia series, from WonderBird Press. "Real Food," by Jake Stein, is the sci-fi tale of a vegan chef brought to the Earth office of a powerful businessman—with a chilling request.“Murderfish” is still in its kickstarter phase and is looking for more backers! So if you liked this short story, and want to reel in some more great aquatic tales, head over to the kickstarter and help make this...

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Episode 17: Fangs Out - Victoria Dixon - Murderbugs

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2025/02/10

Connor Reads Books is returning for its 2025 season! Today we are kicking it off with “Fangs Out” , a short story from the book Murderbugs. Fangs Out: Private detective A. Sin, the assassin bug, is hired to investigate disturbances around the Portmanteau, an apartment building on the nice side of the yard. What comes next is an intricate web to untangle, with prominent bugs caught up in the plot. Will our anthropoid sleuth crack the case, or will the portmanteau be his final resting place?Mur...

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Episode 16: Rebecca E. Treasure - Author Interview

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2024/12/23

We are going to close this year out with our conversation with Rebecca E. Treasure, a Prolific Sci-fi Author and Editor at Apex Magazine! We talk about how Rebecca's travels have impacted her writing, the accomplishments she’s made, and the lessons she’s learned in her time as an editor and violin instructor. Join us for this interview and listen to the tips, tricks, and tid bits of advice that Rebecca has for us. Oh - we also talk a little about Lord of the Rings!Rebecca’s Links: https://lin...

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Episode 15: Ocean’s Twelve Days of Christmas - CRB...

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2024/12/20

Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays - or at least they would be if Santa wasn’t on the verge of bankruptcy! With the north pole in dire straits, and receiving an alluring lead that could save the workshop, Santa has no choice but to assemble the finest crew in both of the poles. Their target: one of Scrooge’s tankers filled to the brim with cutting edge technology. Join in on the holiday mischief and mayhem in Connor Reads Books’ 2024 Christmas Special!Content Warnings: Coarse LanguageViolence...

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Episode 14: Mike Jack Stoumbous - Author Interview

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2024/12/09

Howdy Listeners, we have another superb interview for you! In this episode we talk to Mike Jack Stoumbous, a first place winner of the 2021 Writers of the Future Contest, and founder of the publishing company Wonderbird Press. We talk about what got Mike into writing, how he approaches any creative process he engages in, as well as some of the finer details of self publishing and crowd-sourcing funds for books and authors. We unpack some of the thinking and process of creating the Murderbirds...

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Episode 13: Qualia Reed - Author Interviews

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2024/11/25

Howdy folks, we have another great interview for you today! Today we talk to Qualia Reed; a prolific, self-published author who has created immersive sci-fi worlds, compelling characters, and cathartic story arcs all while artfully weaving LGBTQ+ themes throughout. Join us as we talk about Qualia’s inspirations, writing journey, and insights on the world of self publishing. Thanks for coming to interview Qualia! Qualia’s Links: https://www.instagram.com/qualiareed/https://www.facebook.com/p/Q...

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Episode 12: Desmond Astaire - Author Interview

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2024/11/11

Howdy Listeners! We have another awesome author interview for you this week where we talk to award winning author Desmond Astaire. We talk about his inspirations writing in the Unhelpful Encyclopedia Series, his writing journey as a whole, and how his time serving in the military has given him some of his strongest strategies for getting stories written. Join us as we discuss the creative works of Desmond Astaire. Desmond’s Links: https://www.desmondastaire.com/https://www.goodreads.com/autho...

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Episode 11: Sheriff’s Deputy - Halloween Special

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2024/10/31

Howdy Listeners, I’m super excited to come to you with another story! This is a Connor Reads Books Original titled: “The Sheriff’s Deputy”. This Halloween we join in on the mysterious quest the local sheriff, and his trusty deputy are sent on the night after a horrible storm.They need to track down a valuable package, and rescue the caravan driver that got lost in the mighty haboob. Enjoy this Halloween short, Happy Spooky Season!“The Sheriff’s Deputy”Written by: Connor McGeverly & Isaac ...

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Episode 10: Quinn Cameron - Author Interview

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2024/10/28

Howdy Listeners! We have another awesome author interview for you this week where we talk to Quinn Cameron, the Author of the Dark Urban Fantasy Series - “Marionette”. I ask questions about the themes in the book, inspirations for characters, and Quinn’s perspective on creating compelling heroes and villains. She even asks me a couple questions about performing the audiobooks. Come listen to the killer success of her first year, and what’s coming in the next year for Quinn, including two new ...

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Episode 9: Author Interview - Jack Larsen

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2024/09/23

Well Howdy Listener, we are doing something a little different today! This marks the beginning of a new segment on Connor Reads Books called: Author Interviews, where I interview some authors I've worked with.Today we talk with Jack Larsen, author of Patnude: a Storied Life, and The Facilitator. We talk about his writing process, how he got into writing, and some insights he would share with new authors. Please sit back and enjoy the episode!Jack Larson’s LinksWebsite: https://jglarsen.com/Th...

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Episode 8: Polly Want an Apple

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2024/03/25

Hey Folks, I know it’s been a little while since I last posted here, and that’s because since January 2024, I’ve been getting Audiobook deals! This episode is a chapter of a book that I have been working on. It’s called “Murderbirds: an Avian Anthology” a collection of short stories written by multiple authors, gathered together and published by Mike Jack Stombous. This episode is a chapter that I have been given permission to share with you - “Polly Want an Apple” written by Mike Jack Stomb...

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Episode 7: A Christmas Carol

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2023/12/18

It’s Christmas Special Time!!! Join Connor on his Christmas journey with his one-man performance of “A Christmas Carol”. The classic tale of the miserly Ebenezer Scrooge, and the yuletide haunting that changed his heart for the better. Fully produced with whistles and bells, Connor hopes to bring this story to life with his retelling. Content WarningsYuletide SpectersGrumpy MenLifelong RegretsMortality Children in PerilSocial MediaInstagramFacebookReddit

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