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It's Storytime with Wil Wheaton

Wil Wheaton
Love
Death
The Odyssey Problem
Coffin Maker
Time Travel
Red Shirts
Storytelling
Rock, Paper, Scissors, Love, Death
Caroline M. Joachim
Canis Lupus Familiaris
Disassembling Light
Travel
Loss
Theater
Marriage
Grief
Federated Cultural Republic
The Sort
Technology
Family

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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“I Will Have This Diamond for a Heart” by Carlos Hernandez, narrated by Wil

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

It's Storytime was produced in 2025 by Traveler Enterprises, Inc., who holds the co... more

Because Wil was able to sit down with Brian Evenson this week, we're re-releasing Brian's story "Heathman Ldg" in case you missed it!

"Heathman Ldg" by Brian Evenson, narrated by Wil

Original Publication Credit: “Heathman Ldg” was first published ... more

Wil sits down with Brian Evenson. Wil read Brian’s story, Heathman Ldg, on the show April 15, 2026.

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

It's Storytime was produced in 2025 by Traveler Enterprises... more

“The Flaming Embusen” by Tade Thompson, narrated by Wil

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

Original Publication Credit: UNCANNY MAGAZINE (Issue 62, January/February 2025), and the Best of Britis... more

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Recent Guests

Brian Evenson
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Episode: Author Interview: Brian Evenson
Tade Thompson
Author of The Flaming Embusen, multi‑award‑winning writer
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Episode: “The Flaming Embusen” by Tade Thompson
Angela Liu
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Episode: Author Interview: Angela Liu
Kanan Gill
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Episode: "The Council" by Kanan Gill
Ray Nayler
Author of Palaces of the Crow and A Gray Magic
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Episode: Author Interview: Ray Nayler
Andrea Chapela
Author of As One Listens to the Rain
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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

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Wil Wheaton
Host of It's Storytime with Wil Wheaton

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 1.3k ratings
  • What a nerdy delight. My favorite podcast this year.

    Podcast Addict
    5
    Raisingirl
    a month ago
  • holy moly

    i am a woman of a certain age and still wept my way through "time is an ocean" this week

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    LeeLee Lauree
    United Statesa month ago
  • Well done, Wil

    Podcast Addict
    5
    drtaylor1701
    2 months 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 States2 months 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 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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#61
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#107
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#200
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#233
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#87
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#158
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Author Interview: Brian Evenson
Q: What is one practical habit you recommend to baby writers to improve their craft quickly?
He advocates starting with drafting by hand, then revising by hand before typing, and keeping notes as a routine to capture seed ideas that can later be developed into full scenes or stories.
Author Interview: Brian Evenson
Q: Where do you land on the spectrum between pantsing and outlining when you write, and how has that influenced your process?
Evenson describes himself as a pantser who can outline when needed, but he prefers discovery during drafting and allows the story to reveal its own structure as he writes. He notes he may outline before IP work but generally leans into the unplanned path and revises as the piece evolves.
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.

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A storytelling-focused audio series that features Wil Wheaton guiding listeners through short speculative fictions and author conversations. Each episode blends intimate narration, vivid world-building, and thoughtful production touches, often including sponsor messages and behind-the-scenes credits. The show stands out for curating a mix of fresh voices and established writers, delivering high-quality storytelling ideal for fans of sci‑fi, fantasy, and literary fiction who enjoy listening to well-narrated prose during commutes or downtime.

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1. Brian Evenson
2. Tade Thompson
3. Angela Liu
4. Kanan Gill
5. Ray Nayler
6. Andrea Chapela
7. Maria Dong
8. Lavie Tidhar

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