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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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Episode #142: Caregiving, Boundaries, and Rest

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2026/01/21

A brief episode sharing a personal update, a reading from a recent social media post, and a pause in the podcast schedule. Tyrean speaks about caregiving, boundaries, faith, and why rest and quiet matter, especially when life doesn’t go to plan.

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17:16

Episode #141: The Sound and Silence of Poetry

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2026/01/15

In this episode, I reflect on sound and silence in poetry — how rhythm, repetition, and even quiet shape meaning on the page and in the voice. From consonance and cadence to visual spacing and the experience of listening differently, I explore how poems can be heard, seen, and felt in more than one way. This is a gentle invitation to notice sound as part of poetic practice, whether you read aloud, write visually, or linger in the spaces between words.Links: Tyrean's Tales WebsiteDark Blade Forged

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27:49

Episode #140: How I Choose What to Work on Each...

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2026/01/12

How do you choose what to work on when you have more ideas than time? In this behind-the-scenes episode, I share how I plan my creative work month by month, week by week, and day by day—honoring my strengths while staying grounded in reality and season of life.Tyrean's Tales WebsiteDark Blade Forged ebook for 99centsSpeculative Fiction BookfunnelChristian Fiction BookfunnelSpace Napped Bookfunnel - I have the only no-spice book in there

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41:58

Episode #139: Reading Dark Blade Forged, Chapters 15...

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2026/01/09

In this episode, I continue reading my novel Dark Blade Forged, chapters 15 through 19. This epic fantasy novel is out now, in its original format. For more information about this book and all of my others, please head to my website: tyreanstales.com

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Episode #138: Consider Poetry - an invitation

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2026/01/07

In this episode I reflect on poetry as an open page — a place of possibility, curiosity, and invitation. I explore how poems invite us into moments of wonder, how they hold meaning in small spaces, and how they often begin before the words ever arrive. From the space between seasons to the way language carries emotion, this episode is an invitation to slow down, listen, and consider how poetry meets us exactly where we are.Tyrean's TalesLight Reflections

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32:55

Episode #137: New Year, Word of the Year: Thrive

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2026/01/05

This New Year’s episode focuses on choosing Thrive as a word for the year and setting goals that support growth. I share what I’m excited about creatively in 2026 and how I’m holding space for possibility alongside commitment. Join me for a reflective, encouraging start to the year.Tyrean's Tales

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5:43

Episode #136: Year's End 2025: a Gentle, Pause, a...

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2025/12/29

In this brief update, I share why this week’s Dark Blade Forged reading is on pause (hello, sore throat), reflect on a full and meaningful year of writing, travel, faith, and family, and look ahead to what’s coming in 2026—including To Speak and The Dark Blade Trilogy. A gentle check-in about creativity, calling, and giving ourselves grace.Tyrean's Tales WebsiteLight ReflectionsThe Dark Blade Trilogy Kickstarter

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53:53

Episode #135: Writing the Pacific Northwest: Place,...

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2025/12/24

Winter in the Pacific Northwest carries its own storytelling language—salt air and tide lines, ferry crossings, evergreen rain, storm winds, and the cozy glow of small-town community. In this episode of The Truth About Storytelling, host Tyrean Martinson talks with Susanne Bacon, author of the Wycliffe novels, about writing sense of place so vividly readers feel like they can visit tomorrow.Susanne shares how she builds her fictional Puget Sound town of Wycliffe (between Olympia and Seattle) using

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Episode #134: Seven Worldbuilding Writing Prompts...

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2025/12/23

In this solo episode, Tyrean Martinson shares seven fiction and reflection writing prompts inspired by the worldbuilding philosophy of Irish science fiction and fantasy author Damien Larkin. Drawing on themes of layered realism, military-influenced settings, terrain-driven storytelling, and organic world growth, these prompts invite writers to create believable, lived-in speculative worlds. Released during Christmas week, the episode also reflects on Immanuel—God with us—and the quiet presence of

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50:36

Episode #133: Layered Worlds & Gritty Realism with...

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2025/12/22

Irish author Damien Larkin joins me to discuss gritty worldbuilding, military-influenced science fiction and fantasy, and writing stories that grow organically over time. From dinosaurs instead of dragons to societies shaped by centuries of war, this conversation explores realism, layered storytelling, and the craft of building believable worlds. Damien Larkin's WebsiteDancing Lemur Press for DamienTyrean's Tales

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#132 Reading Dark Blade Forged Chapters 12 through 14

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2025/12/21

In this episode of The Truth About Storytelling, I share a cozy fireside reading from my epic fantasy novel Dark Blade Forged.Dark Blade Forged follows a young swordsman whose encounter with a cursed blade sets him on a path of sacrifice, justice, and difficult choices—where light must be chosen again and again.These readings are part of a limited series of podcast episodes featuring chapters from Dark Blade Forged, Book One of The Dark Blade Trilogy. The ebook is currently available for 99 cents,

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Episode #131: Writing Prompts Inspired by Jemi Fraser

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2025/12/17

In this writing prompt episode of The Truth About Storytelling, Tyrean Martinson shares a set of creative writing prompts inspired by her recent conversation with author and editor Jemi Fraser.These prompts explore practical storytelling tools and techniques, including story bibles and spreadsheets, visual mapping, intentional character naming, research that lives alongside the draft, and using pop culture references to reveal character. The episode also includes a fiction prompt inspired by

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33:11

Episode #130: Where Stories Live: Crafting Small-Town...

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2025/12/15

In this episode, Author Jemi Fraser joins Tyrean Martinson for a craft-focused conversation on small-town storytelling and sense of place. Jemi shares how her fictional towns Fail and Blue Moose evolved into central story elements, how she maintains continuity across interconnected series, and how to introduce realistic suspense without losing a cozy tone. The episode also covers writing habits, research, recurring character Easter eggs, and Jemi’s latest series, Pick Your Spot, set on an apple farm

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55:46

Episode #129 Reading Dark Blade Forged Chapters 8-11...

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2025/12/13

In this episode of The Truth About Storytelling, I read Chapters 8-11 of Dark Blade Forged, and give some author notes at the end about the characters and about sword-fighting experience as a one-time collegiate fencer.99cent ebook of Dark Blade ForgedThe Dark Blade Trilogy Kickstarter prelaunch pageTyrean's Tales my website

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17:43

Episode #128 Five Writing Prompts Inspired by Five...

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2025/12/10

Writing thrives in conversation.In this episode of The Truth About Storytelling, I share five original writing prompts inspired by the creative encouragement, mindset wisdom, and storytelling conversations offered by five podcasters and creators I deeply respect.Drawing on themes like curiosity, sustainability, discipline, gentleness, play, and permission, these prompts are designed to help fiction writers re-enter their stories with fresh energy—whether you’re writing fantasy, romance, thrillers,

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Episode #127: Five Writing Voices Worth Listening To

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2025/12/08

In this episode of The Truth About Storytelling, I’m sharing five podcasters and YouTubers whose voices have consistently shaped my thinking about writing, creativity, publishing, and mindset.From industry expertise and indie publishing strategy to creativity, productivity, and encouragement, these creators offer insights that help writers build sustainable, joyful writing lives.You’ll hear why I recommend:Joanna Penn (The Creative Penn, Books and Travel)Craig Martelle (Successful Indie

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Episode #126 Fiction Friday: Dark Blade Forged...

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2025/12/06

In this episode, I give a little intro and read chapters three through seven of Dark Blade Forged. After, I give some brief notes of thoughts I had on marking time in fantasy worlds and the dangers of using consonance in prose. Links:99cent original ebook edition of Dark Blade ForgedThe Dark Blade Trilogy Kickstarter Prelaunch Page

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Episode #125 Place and Time Writing Prompts and Minor...

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2025/12/03

In this episode, I talk about how much I love the conversational interviews I'm doing with authors on Monday, share two writing prompts about time and place, and reflect on reframing goals for the end of the year and in to the new year. Links:Tyrean's TalesThe Dark Blade Trilogy Kickstarter99cent Dark Blade Forged original ebook

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Episode #124: Advent, PLUS Travel, Myth, and Middle...

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2025/12/01

In this episode of The Truth About Storytelling, Tyrean Martinson reflects on Advent and speaks with award-winning children’s and middle-grade author Sherry Ellis about writing adventurous stories rooted in real places, history, and culture.Sherry shares how her experiences as a musician and scuba diving instructor shape the way she builds authentic settings for her stories—especially in her Bubba and Squirt sibling adventure series, where each book unfolds within a 12-hour window in a different

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Episode #123: Black Friday, A Writing Prompt, and...

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2025/11/28

In this episode, I share some thoughts about Thanksgiving and Black Friday, a writing prompt, and a reading from Dark Blade Forged, Volume 1 of The Dark Blade Trilogy.Tyrean's TalesThe Dark Blade KickstarterOriginal ebook edition of Dark Blade Forged for 99 cents!

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