Fiction Fanatics

Send us a textIn this week’s episode of Fiction Fanatics, the crew sit down with the brilliantly atmospheric storyteller, Riley S. Quinn. Known for her rich folklore influences, emotionally charged plots, and hauntingly beautiful prose, Riley opens up about her creative process, the origins of her most beloved characters, and how she weaves myth, memory, and raw human emotion into every chapter.We talk about:🌲 How folklore shapes her writing and worldbuilding❤️‍🔥 The complex relationships and emotional knots her characters face✍️ Her writing rituals, creative struggles, and unexpected inspirations👀 What readers always get wrong — and what she secretly loves📚 A sneak peek at what she’s working on nextWhether you’re a longtime Riley fan or discovering her for the first time, this conversation is cozy, atmospheric, and absolutely unforgettable.Grab your coffee, settle in, and join us in the dark woods. 🌙Support the show***Produced by Jen Hardin***

Send us a textThis week, we sit down with the brilliant Heather Colley, author of The Gilded Butterfly Effect, a darkly compelling and unflinchingly honest campus novel that digs into the pressures, performances, and hidden struggles of modern college life.We talk about what inspired this story, why today’s young women are navigating more pressure than ever, and how the constant push to “belong” can blur the line between who we are and who we think we should be.Heather opens up about:🦋 The emotional landscape behind The Gilded Butterfly Effect🏛️ Greek life, TikTok culture & curated perfection⚡ How institutions shape both joy and insecurity🌑 Loneliness in the middle of social chaos✨ Why contemporary campus novels needed a refreshEven though Stacy couldn’t make this recording, we had such a thoughtful, layered, and fascinating conversation — the kind that stays with you long after the mics are off.You’re going to love hearing Heather unpack her world.Support the show***Produced by Jen Hardin***

Send us a textThis week, we’re joined by the incredible Britney S. Lewis, author of The Undead Truth of Us and her newest YA novel Blood Moon — and we had the best time with her.Britney is one of those rare authors who instantly feels like a friend. She’s warm, hilarious, thoughtful, and endlessly inspiring. In this conversation, we dive into the heart behind Blood Moon, the creative spark that drives her stories, and her evolving journey as a YA author.We also chat about:🌙 Where the idea for Blood Moon came from✨ Her writing process and creative rhythm🔥 The power of storytelling for young readers📚 What’s next on her horizon🎉 A super fun lightning round (of course!!)This episode is joyful, motivating, and full of the kind of energy that reminds you why stories matter. You’re going to love Britney just as much as we do. 💕Support the show***Produced by Jen Hardin***

Send us a textThis week we’re joined by the incredible Maxine Rosaler — a writer whose work blends sharp observation, emotional honesty, and the quiet beauty of everyday life.In this heartfelt conversation, Maxine opens up about her writing journey, the themes that shape her stories, how motherhood and identity influence her work, and the art of capturing truth on the page.We talk creativity, vulnerability, storytelling, and the moments that spark inspiration. It’s a soft, thoughtful, deeply human episode — perfect for anyone who loves literary fiction and honest conversations about life.Support the show***Produced by Jen Hardin***

Send us a textShe’s back! 🩸 This week on Fiction Fanatics, we’re welcoming Gillian Eliza West for her second visit — and we couldn’t be more excited to talk about her newest release, Until the Heart Stops.Set in the darkly enchanting city of Oylen, Until the Heart Stops is a lush, emotional vampire romance filled with forbidden love, power, and danger. Gillian joins us to chat about her creative process, her favorite morally gray characters, and what it’s like to expand her world of witches, lycans, and vampires.It’s a cozy, chaotic, and totally fang-tastic episode you won’t want to miss. 💋#FictionFanaticsPod #GillianElizaWest #UntilTheHeartStops #BookPodcast #VampireRomance #FantasyBooksSupport the show***Produced by Jen Hardin***