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It's Storytime with Wil Wheaton

Wil Wheaton
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The Odyssey Problem
Coffin Maker
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Storytelling
Rock, Paper, Scissors, Love, Death
Caroline M. Joachim
Time Travel
Disassembling Light
Canis Lupus Familiaris
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Federated Cultural Republic
The Sort
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You may recognize Wil Wheaton's name from his acting work in television shows like The Big Bang Theory, Leverage, and Star Trek: The Next Generation, or 1985's timeless classic, Stand By Me. You may recognize his voice from one of the many audio books he's narrated, including number one New York Times bestseller, Ready Player One, John Scalzi's award-winning Collapsing Empire Trilogy, or even his ... more

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“Time is an Ocean” by Angela Liu, narrated by Wil

Explore the Wil Wheaton Recommends Collection at www.blackstonepublishing.com/wilwheaton

Original Publication Credit: Strange Horizons (November 6th, 2023)

It's Storytime was produced in 2025 by Tr... more

"The Council" by Kanan Gill, narrated by Wil

It's Storytime was produced in 2025 by Traveler Enterprises, Inc., who holds the copyright. Our producer is Harris Lane. Our Story Producer and Director is Gabrielle de Cuir. Our Content Editor is Michael... more

Wil sits down with Ray Nayler. Wil previously read Ray’s story, A Gray Magic, on the show which dropped on July 22, 2026.

It's Storytime was produced in 2025 by Traveler Enterprises, Inc., who holds the copyright. Our producer is Harris Lane. Our St... more

"A Gray Magic" by Ray Nayler, narrated by Wil

Original Publication Credit: Asimov's September/October 2024

It's Storytime was produced in 2025 by Traveler Enterprises, Inc., who holds the copyright. Our producer is Harris Lane. Our Story Producer a... more

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Recent Guests

Kanan Gill
Writer and comedian
Episode: "The Council" by Kanan Gill
Ray Nayler
Author of Palaces of the Crow and A Gray Magic
Author
Episode: Author Interview: Ray Nayler
Andrea Chapela
Author of As One Listens to the Rain
Author, translator involvement mentioned
Episode: Author Interview: Andrea Chapela
Maria Dong
Author of The Impossible Weight of Han
Episode: Author Interview: Maria Dong
Lavie Tidhar
Author of The Portal Keeper
Author, The Portal Keeper
Episode: Author Interview: Lavie Tidhar
Daniel Wilson
Author of SuperMAX and Hole in the Sky
Episode: Author Interview: Daniel H. Wilson
Mary Robinette Kowal
Author and storyteller
Episode: Author Interview: Mary Robinette Kowal
Chelsea Sutton
LA-based writer and director, author of End of Play
Chelsea Sutton (Author)
Episode: Re-Release: “End of Play” by Chelsea Sutton
Megan Chee
Author of The God of Minor Troubles
Self-identified author
Episode: Re-Release: “The God of Minor Troubles” by Megan Chee

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Wil Wheaton
Host of It's Storytime with Wil Wheaton

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 1.2k ratings
  • Well done, Wil

    Podcast Addict
    5
    drtaylor1701
    22 days ago
  • Short story fans, rejoice!

    I just listened to a beautifully written story that was also beautifully read by Wil. Then I added several more episodes to my queue! If you like audiobooks and excellent narration, you will probably like this a lot:)

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    JPerenchio66
    United States24 days ago
  • Great stories. Great narrator.

    I especially love the author interviews that Wil recently started. They give extra weight to the stories. As someone who wants to one day become a "capital w" Writer, I'm gaining so much insight.

    Audible
    5
    Veronica MacDougall
    United States25 days ago
  • It’s Storytime

    Thanks, Will!!!

    A great show! I love, love your author interviews. They’re so informative and inspirational. Thank you, and please keep reading stories to us!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    IsaNYC
    United Statesa month ago
  • It's like being across the fire from Gordie Lachance

    Wil picks fantastic stories and does a great job of bringing them to life. Each new episode is a joy and covers a range of topics and authors I wouldn't have read otherwise.

    Audible
    5
    Chasing Puck
    United States2 months ago

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Many find the show ideal for commutes and long drives due to easy listening and variety.
Audiences appreciate broad, diverse author selections and strong storytelling.
Listeners praise Wil Wheaton's narration as engaging and soothing.

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#170
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#221
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#236
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#78
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#122
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#143
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Author Interview: Ray Nayler
Q: Is the ending of Palaces of the Crow deliberately ambiguous, or is there a preferred reading you hope listeners take away?
Nayler acknowledges the ending as deliberately ambiguous, inviting readers to project meaning onto the protagonist's fate, whether that means peaceful continuation or a more sorrowful conclusion, and stresses that the openness is intentional to foster reflection.
Author Interview: Ray Nayler
Q: Would you talk a little bit about your process and where you land on that spectrum from outlining to pantsing?
Nayler describes a method of preparation that blends outlining with organic, evolving writing, editing the previous day's work in the morning to refine architecture while allowing the story to grow in response to new insights, effectively gardening in the ruins of his own architecture.
Author Interview: Andrea Chapela
Q: How do you balance writing in Spanish and English, and what are the practical implications for publishing?
She shares that she ultimately chose to write primarily in Spanish, with translation help from friends, and discusses the publishing landscape in both languages, including opportunities and challenges in the US and Mexico.
Author Interview: Andrea Chapela
Q: What was your Clarion West experience like and how did it shape your language choices?
She explains writing in English during Clarion West and then translating to Spanish, noting the impact of language on rhythm, word choice, and how cultural weight is carried differently in each language.
Author Interview: Andrea Chapela
Q: How did you come to science fiction? What was your first exposure to the genre?
Chapela describes discovering science fiction in university, being influenced by Ender's Game and authors from the silver and golden ages, and choosing to pursue writing in Spanish before embracing Clarion and translating between languages.

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Recent guests on It's Storytime with Wil Wheaton include:

1. Kanan Gill
2. Ray Nayler
3. Andrea Chapela
4. Maria Dong
5. Lavie Tidhar
6. Daniel Wilson
7. Mary Robinette Kowal
8. Chelsea Sutton

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