The Truth About Storytelling

The Truth About Storytelling

by Tyrean Martinson

Books Entrepreneurship

Season 1

Episode 50: The Christmas Episode for Writers

In this episode, I discuss the main themes of Christmas stories and why I believe they are so beloved for the winter season and beyond. As I mentioned in the episode, I am taking part in the Tales of Fellowship: Amazing Friendships & Found Family in Fantasy and Science Fiction (Dec) Book Funnel. Please click the link for more than 80 free books.

Episode 49: Fiction - Champion in the Darkness, Chapters 32-35

In this episode, I read Chapters 32-35 from Champion in the Darkness, my first published novel. Thanks for listening!

Episode 48: Writing - Holidays and Fiction Writing

In this episode, I discuss how we can create fun fiction with holiday-themed stories, specifically focusing on lesser known holidays and how they can be enjoyed through different genres. I give specific tips, ask questions, and hopefully, will stir your imagination. Thanks for joining me during this busy time. I hope you are having a warm, wonderful, and encouraging holiday season this year. You can find free books (including one of mine) with the Tales of Fellowship Book Funnel all through December! Happy Holidays!

Episode 47: Fiction Episode - Champion in the Darkness, chapters 27-31

Hello! I hope you enjoy hearing this section of chapters from my first ever published novel! I will be finishing the book in the next two episodes and then sharing a few holiday-themed fiction episodes.

Episode #46: Writing Episode - 4 More Action Items from Author Nation and Thanksgiving

Welcome to The Truth About Storytelling! Today I am sharing four more Action Items (Tips) from Author Nation and some thanksgiving. If you haven't yet, be sure to download a free copy of Dark Secrets: A Prequel to Dark Blade Forged through the November Fantasy and Scifi Freebies Bookfunnel Thank you for joining me and being a part of the conversation!

Fiction Friday: Champion in the Darkness, Chapters 25 and 26

Welcome! In today's episode, I am sharing a reading from Champion in the Darkness. If you would like to read it as an ebook, I am giving away free ebook copies with a newsletter sign up through the November Fantasy and Scifi Book Funnel.

Episode #44 Writing Episode: Author Nation Notes, 3 Action Items (Tips?) and Upcoming Episodes

In this episode, I rave about Author Nation, share three action items (almost writing tips) out of seven that I plan to work on for next year, and discuss what's coming next in future episodes. Links: Tyrean at Substack IG My Three Action Items/Tips I'm sharing: Author Authenticity in the age of AI Celebrating Our Unique Voices Author Artisan ApproachReferences: Johnny B. Truant, Katherine D. Graham, Kitty, The Artist's Way by Julia Cameron (the book I mentioned), the hiking author whose name I forgot and whose business card was never given to me, and also (but not mentioned) Joanna Penn and Kevin Smith's talk at Author Nation (more next time).

Writing Episode: Author Nation, Rave, First Book Review for Dark Blade Forged, and More

Welcome! I'll be adding the show links first with brief notes about sections after the links. Author Nation - Rave - Dark Blade Forged's First Review - Dark Blade Forged Universal Link Jemi Fraser - Joanna Penn - The Creative Penn Podcast Bookfunnels: Scifi, Alien Contact & Space Opera Free Fantastic Realms - updated to have new version of Champion in the Darkness In this episode, I discuss Author Nation, Rave, the first review of Dark Blade Forged, the importance of book reviews, new book covers, and more.

Fiction Friday Episode - Chapters 23 and 24 of Champion in the Darkness

In this episode, I read out loud Chapters 23 and 24 of Champion in the Darkness, discuss how the book lines up with my new book Dark Blade Forged, and point out three areas I noticed while reading it out loud. Please note, in the second section, I do talk about my faith, and then at the end, I round up with some book news. Dark Blade Buy Links: Books2Read Universal Link Amazon Universal Link with Books 2 Read Book Funnels This Month Scifi and Alien Contact Fantastic Realms Free Fantasy Reads

Episode #41 Writing Episode: Celebrations, New Book Release(s), and IWSG mention

Show Notes: Celebrations are important! Do you celebrate your wins? Show Links: Dark Blade Buy Links: Books2Read Universal Link Amazon Universal Link with Books 2 Read Sherry Ellis IWSG Book Funnels This Month Scifi and Alien Contact Fantastic Realms Free Fantasy Reads

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