The Blasters and Blades Podcast

The Blasters & Blades PodcastParadise or Prison? Mark Bozon on The MindlessWhat if the technological paradise designed to save humanity is actually holding it hostage? This week, we sit down with seasoned creative leader, gaming industry alum, and author Mark Bozon to discuss his debut novel, The Mindless: A Futurist Novel. We step inside the mysterious domed city of Dios with protagonist Jake Tentlewood to explore mind-altering tech, the morality of artificial humans, and the illusion of perfection. Join us as we chat with Mark about moving from game design to fiction, the fine line between comfort and control, and what happens when the future glitches. This was a fun interview, so go check out this episode. Co-Hosts:JR Handley (Author) (Grunt)Nick Garber (Comic Book Artist) (Super Grunt)Madam Stabby Stab (Uber Fan) (Horror Nerd)Jana S Brown (Author) (Chief Shenanigator)We work for free, so if you wanna throw a few pennies our way there is a linked Buy Me A Coffee site where you can do so. Just mention the podcast in the comments when you donate, and I'll keep the sacred bean water boiling!Support the Show: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/AuthorJRHandley Our LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/blastersandbladespodcast Today's SponsorDiscovery by John M. Olsen: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0B8GZTK9X The Mindless: A Futurist Novel by Mark Bozon: https://a.co/d/02Kj0FCY https://www.simonandschuster.com/books/The-Mindless/Mark-Bozon/9781803418025 https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/the-mindless-mark-bozon/1149858124?ean=9781803418025 Follow Mark Bozon on social mediaMark’s Barnes & Noble: https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/mindless-mark-bozon/1149858124 Mark’s Simon & Schuster: https://www.simonandschuster.com/authors/Mark-Bozon/258294236 Mark’s Website: https://markbozon.com/ Mark’s Twitter: https://twitter.com/MarkBozon Mark’s BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/markbozon.bsky.socialMark’s Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/The5thMiG Mark’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/markbozon/Mark’s TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@markbozon Mark’s Publisher: https://www.collectiveinkbooks.com/roundfire-books/authors/mark-bozon Unity Blend Coffee: https://www.laughingcatcoffee.com/product/unity-blend/VMPC7FLRWB7PKTCQ2T24Y4PV #scifishenanigans #scifishenaniganspodcast #bbp #blastersandblades #blastersandbladespodcast #podcast #scifipodcast #fantasypodcast #scifi #fantasy #books #rpg #comics #fandom #literature #comedy #veteran #army #armyranger #ranger #scififan #redshirts #scifiworld #sciencefiction #scifidaily #scificoncept #podcastersofinstagram #scificons #podcastlife #podcastsofinstagram #scifibooks #awardwinningscifi #newepisode #podcastersofinstagram #podcastaddict #podcast #scifigeek #scifibook #sfv #scifivisionaries #firesidechat #chat #panel #fireside #religionquestion #coffee #tea #coffeeortea #CoffeeBrandCoffee #JRHandley #NickGarber #MadamStabby #JenaRey #JanaSBrown #OpalKingdomPress #TheMindlessAFuturistNovel #MarkBozon #starwars #jedi #georgelucas #lucasfilms #startrek #trekkie #firefly #serenity #browncoat #wheeloftime #wot #robertjordan #brandonsanderson #gameofthrones #got #grrm #georgerrmartin #ChroniclesofNarnia #CSLewis #TheMindless #MarkBozon #TheMindlessAFuturistNovel #MarkBozonAuthor #SciFi #DystopianFiction #Futurist #HardSciFi #CyberpunkVibes #NearFutureSciFi #SciFiBooks #AuthorInterview #BookPodcast #SciFiPodcast #BookTok #Bookstagram #MustReadSciFi #RoundfireBooks #HardSciFi #TheVillage #Goosebumps #RLStine #RobertLawrenceStine #ChooseYourOwnAdventure #CYOA #JurassicPark #MichaelCreighton #Deinonychus #Velociraptor #Dinoriders #LoneWolf #Tolkien #LOTR #TheHobbit #Shannara #Elfstones #FantasyBooks #EpicFantasy #LordOfTheRings #MiddleEarth #JRRTolkien #FantasyLiterature #TerryBrooks #Elfstones #ElfstonesOfShannara #SwordOfShannara #ShannaraChronicles #FindingFantasyBooks #FantasyRecommendations #WhatToReadNext #EpicFantasy #HighFantasy #BookRecommendations

The Blasters & Blades PodcastMore Than Metal: Inside I’m A Weapon with Sean RobinsWhat does it truly mean to be human when every wire and circuit in your body was built for destruction? In this episode, we sit down with author Sean Robins to discuss I’m A Weapon, the gripping opening entry in the I, Anomaly Series. Pushed into a world of conflict and high-stakes survival, the robot Jack must navigate his original programming as a lethal asset while discovering the unexpected, fragile spark of his own humanity. We discuss Sean’s inspiration for Jack’s unique voice, how he balances high-octane sci-fi action with deep philosophical questions, and what lies ahead in this sweeping artificial intelligence saga. This was a fun interview, so go check out this episode. Join us for a fun show! We're just a couple of nerdy Army veterans geeking out on things that go "abracadabra," "pew," "zoom," "boop-beep" and rhyme with Science Fiction & Fantasy. Co-Hosts: JR Handley (Author) (Grunt)Nick Garber (Comic Book Artist) (Super Grunt)Madam Stabby Stab (Uber Fan) (Horror Nerd)Jana S Brown (Author) (Chief Shenanigator)We work for free, so if you wanna throw a few pennies our way there is a linked Buy Me A Coffee site where you can do so. Just mention the podcast in the comments when you donate, and I'll keep the sacred bean water boiling!Support the Show: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/AuthorJRHandley Our LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/blastersandbladespodcast Today's SponsorSupercarrier by Scott Bartlett: https://a.co/d/0evYF7be I’m A Weapon by Sean Robins: https://a.co/d/0bhH7gDv Follow Sean Robins on social mediaSean’s Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Sean-Robins/author/B07PS1116K Sean’s Website: https://thecrimsondeathbringer.home.blog/ Sean’s Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sean.robins.77 Sean’s Twitter: https://twitter.com/seanrobins300 Sean TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@seanrobins73 Sean’s GoodReads: https://www.goodreads.com/author/show/18999889.Sean_Robins Sean’s BookBub: https://www.bookbub.com/authors/sean-robins #scifishenanigans #scifishenaniganspodcast #bbp #blastersandblades #blastersandbladespodcast #podcast #scifipodcast #fantasypodcast #scifi #fantasy #books #rpg #comics #fandom #literature #comedy #veteran #army #armyranger #ranger #scififan #redshirts #scifiworld #sciencefiction #scifidaily #scificoncept #podcastersofinstagram #scificons #podcastlife #podcastsofinstagram #scifibooks #awardwinningscifi #newepisode #podcastersofinstagram #podcastaddict #podcast #scifigeek #scifibook #sfv #scifivisionaries #firesidechat #chat #panel #fireside #religionquestion #coffee #tea #coffeeortea #CoffeeBrandCoffee #JRHandley #NickGarber #MadamStabby #JenaRey #JanaSBrown #OpalKingdomPress #ImAWeapon #SeanRobins #starwars #jedi #georgelucas #lucasfilms #startrek #trekkie #firefly #serenity #browncoat #wheeloftime #wot #robertjordan #brandonsanderson #gameofthrones #got #grrm #georgerrmartin #ChroniclesofNarnia #CSLewis #SeanRobins #ImAWeapon #IAnomaly #IAnomalySeries #RobotJack #RobotFiction #ArtificialIntelligence #AIFiction #SentientAI #SciFiReads #SciFiAuthor #IndieSciFi #SciFiBookTok #Bookstagram #MustReadSciFi #ActionThriller #ThrillerReads #OperativeFiction #MilitaryFiction #SuspenseFiction #HighOctane #LethalHero #AuthorInterview #WritingCommunity #ActionWriter #BookTok #Bookstagram #ThrillerBookTok #BookRecommendation #Stargate #StargateSGU #StargateSG1 #StargateAtlantis #TheExpanse #JurassicPark #MichaelCrighton #Trex #TyrannosaurusRex #Primeval #PrimevalNewWorld #CriticalDrinker

The Blasters & Blades PodcastBig Heart, Big Adventure: The Power of Middle Grade FictionThe books we read between the ages of 8 and 12 stay with us forever. Middle grade fiction is where readers first discover epic worlds, navigate real-world friendships, and realize they can be the heroes of their own stories. Join our panel of acclaimed nerdy authors and creators as we dive into what makes this age group so magical. We’ll discuss the art of capturing authentic young voices, tackling tough topics with hope and humor, and how modern MG literature is inspiring the next generation of lifelong readers. This was a fun interview, so check out this episode.Co-Hosts:JR HandleyJana S BrownWe work for free, so if you wanna throw a few pennies our way there is a linked Buy Me A Coffee site where you can do so. Just mention the podcast in the comments when you donate, and I'll keep the sacred bean water boiling!Support the Show: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/AuthorJRHandleyOur LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/blastersandbladespodcastToday's SponsorThe Steel Trap by R Max Tillsley: https://www.amazon.com/Steele-Trap-Susie-Adventures-Book-ebook/dp/B07STKQYYQ/Follow Graham Bradley on social mediaGraham’s Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/stores/author/B00M5HM3FGGraham’s Website: https://www.truckermanreads.com/Graham’s Twitter: https://x.com/TempusMalleoGraham’s YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/grahambradleyGraham’s Substack: https://truckermanreads.substack.com/Follow Jesse A. Barrett on social mediaJesse’s Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/stores/author/B0BWSHM6PJJesse’s Twitter: https://x.com/Jesse_A_BarrettJesse’s Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Jesse.A.Barrett Jesse’s Substack: https://jesseabarrett.substack.com/Follow Melissa McShane on social mediaMelissa’s Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Melissa-McShane/author/B00TON8E1Q Melissa’s Website: www.melissamcshanewrites.com Melissa’s Facebook: www.facebook.com/melissamcshanewrites Follow Robert Tillsley on social mediaRobert’s Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Robert-Tillsley/author/B0BTX67KRW Robert’s Website: https://tillsley.com Robert’s Facebook: https://facebook.com/rmaxtillsley Robert’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rmaxtillsley #scifishenanigans #scifishenaniganspodcast #bbp #blastersandblades #blastersandbladespodcast #podcast #scifipodcast #fantasypodcast #scifi #fantasy #books #rpg #comics #fandom #literature #comedy #veteran #army #armyranger #ranger #scififan #redshirts #scifiworld #sciencefiction #scifidaily #scificoncept #podcastersofinstagram #scificons #podcastlife #podcastsofinstagram #scifibooks #awardwinningscifi #newepisode #podcastersofinstagram #podcastaddict #podcast #scifigeek #scifibook #sfv #scifivisionaries #firesidechat #chat #panel #fireside #religionquestion #coffee #tea #coffeeortea #CoffeeBrandCoffee #JRHandley #NickGarber #MadamStabby #JanaSBrown #JenaRey #OpalKingdomPress #GrahamBradley #JesseABarrett #MelissaMcShane #RobertTillsley #RMaxTillsley #MiddleGradeFiction #Hatchet #GaryPaulsen #HeinleinsJuveniles #CitizenOfTheGalaxy #GreenglassHouse #KateMilford #AreYouMyMother #PDEastman #RiflesForWatie #HaroldKeith #RickRiordan #PercyJackson #DrPepper #DrPepperCreamSoda #Fallout #NukaCola #CocaCola #DietCoke #Coke #EnglishBreakfastTea #CharlottesWeb #EBWhite #HarryPotter #PercyJackson&TheOlympiansSeries #Wonder #RJPalacio #NewberyMedalWinners #CaptainUnderpants #SpaceDemons #GillianRubinstein #DiaryOfAWimpyKidSeries #JeffKinney #CSLewis #MythoMania #Myth-o-Mania #KateMcMullan #RacPress #RaconteurPress #ChooseYourOwnAdventure #GameBooks #AdventureBooks #CYOA #PickAPathBooks #WhyChoose #TwistAPlot #TangledFates #KidsDetectiveBooks #MiddleGrade #MiddleGradeBooks #MGBooks #MGFiction #MiddleGradeAuthor #KidLit #FutureReaders #YoungReaders #SchoolLibrary #TeachersWhoRead #RaiseAReader #AuthorPanel #WritingCommunity #WritingKidLit #ChildrensBooks #BookTok #Bookstagram #MGBookTok #BookRecs #MustReadBooks

The Blasters & Blades PodcastStrange Worlds and Shattered Origins: Diana Fedorak on Children of AlpheiosWhat happens when the planet you colonize decides to fight back? Today, we sit down with author Diana Fedorak to explore her captivating sci-fi series, Children of Alpheios. We dive into the harsh realities of settling a foreign world, the bio-tech adaptations required to survive, and the dangerous secrets buried beneath the planet’s surface. Join us as Diana shares her process for building living alien ecosystems, crafting resilient heroines, and exploring what it truly means to be human on the fringes of the galaxy. This was a fun interview, so go check out this episode. Join us for a fun show! We're just a couple of nerdy Army veterans geeking out on things that go "abracadabra," "pew," "zoom," "boop-beep" and rhyme with Science Fiction & Fantasy. Co-Hosts: JR Handley (Author) (Grunt)Nick Garber (Comic Book Artist) (Super Grunt)Madam Stabby Stab (Uber Fan) (Horror Nerd)Jana S Brown (Author) (Chief Shenanigator)We work for free, so if you wanna throw a few pennies our way there is a linked Buy Me A Coffee site where you can do so. Just mention the podcast in the comments when you donate, and I'll keep the sacred bean water boiling!Support the Show: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/AuthorJRHandley Our LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/blastersandbladespodcast Today's SponsorNight Harbor Press: https://nightharborpress.com/ Children of Alpheios Series by Diana Fedorak: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0H7CF6TXC Follow Diana Fedorak on social mediaDiana’s Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Diana-Fedorak/author/B0BQGWQRVP Diana’s Website: https://www.dianafedorak.com/ Diana’s Twitter: https://twitter.com/diana_fedorak Diana’s Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dianafedorakauthor Diana’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/diana_fedorak_author Diana’s BookBub: https://www.bookbub.com/authors/diana-fedorak Diana’s GoodReads: https://www.goodreads.com/author/show/23290645.Diana_Fedorak Wild Rose Press: https://wildrosepress.com/ Descendants of Alpheios (Free Bonus Content): https://www.dianafedorak.com/bonus-content #scifishenanigans #scifishenaniganspodcast #bbp #blastersandblades #blastersandbladespodcast #podcast #scifipodcast #fantasypodcast #scifi #fantasy #books #rpg #comics #fandom #literature #comedy #veteran #army #armyranger #ranger #scififan #redshirts #scifiworld #sciencefiction #scifidaily #scificoncept #podcastersofinstagram #scificons #podcastlife #podcastsofinstagram #scifibooks #awardwinningscifi #newepisode #podcastersofinstagram #podcastaddict #podcast #scifigeek #scifibook #sfv #scifivisionaries #firesidechat #chat #panel #fireside #religionquestion #coffee #tea #coffeeortea #CoffeeBrandCoffee #JRHandley #NickGarber #MadamStabby #JenaRey #JanaSBrown #OpalKingdomPress #WildRosePress #DianaFedorak #Stargate #StargateSG1 #StargateUniverse #SU #SG1 #StargateAtlantis #Babylon5 #BattlestarGalactica #BSG #PercyJacksonSeries #PercyJackson #TheWitcher #TheMagicians #USAF #USAirForce #officer #USAFA #USAirForceAcademy #elephant #Sparta #Greek #Viking #Valhalla #Zoo #Circus #RinglingBrosAndBarnum&Bailey #RinglingBros #Barnum&Bailey #Keurig #Cuisinart #FairyTales #HungerGames #GWOT #IraqWar #GlobalWarOnTerror #Vietnam #SunriseOnTheReaping #SuzanneCollins #TransHumanis #ChildrenOfAlpheios #DianaFedorakAuthor #ChildrenOfAlpheiosSeries #SciFi #SciFiBooks #SoftSciFi #ColonizationSciFi #AlienWorlds #SciFiCommunity #SpeculativeFiction #AuthorInterview #SciFiPodcast #BookPodcast #BookTok #Bookstagram #MustReadSciFi #IndieAuthor #Gattaca

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Red, White, and True Love: Inside Fourth of Forever with Sabine Berlin.

Can a single holiday change your entire life? In this episode, we sit down with romance author Sabine Berlin to explore her heartwarming Holiday Magic Series and its sparkling installment, Fourth of Forever. Blending small-town charm, patriotic celebrations, and deeply emotional character arcs, Berlin crafts stories where love always finds a way—just in time for the fireworks. We discuss her inspiration for building a series centered around holiday magic, how she crafts undeniable romantic chemistry, and her secrets to writing feel-good romance that stays with readers long after the holiday ends. This was a fun interview, so go check out this episode.

Co-Hosts:
JR Handley (Author) (Grunt)
Nick Garber (Comic Book Artist) (Super Grunt)
Madam Stabby Stab (Uber Fan) (Horror Nerd)
Jana S Brown (Author) (Chief Shenanigator)

We work for free, so if you wanna throw a few pennies our way there is a linked Buy Me A Coffee site where you can do so. Just mention the podcast in the comments when you donate, and I'll keep the sacred bean water boiling!

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