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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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Latest Episodes

“The Loneliness of Former Constellations” by P.H. Low, narrated by Wil

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

Original Publication Credit: Strange Horizons, August 9 2021

It's Storytime was produce... more

“Toothpaste Feelings” by Sharang Biswas, narrated by Wil

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

Original Publication Credit: Khoreo Magazine (text and podcast) We’re Here: The Best Queer Speculativ... more

Because Wil was able to sit down with AnaMaria Curtis this week, we're re-releasing AnaMaria's story "The Coffin Maker" in case you missed it!

“The Coffin Maker” by AnaMaria Curtis, narrated by Wil

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Wil sits down with AnaMaria Curtis. Wil read AnaMaria’s stories, The Coffin Maker and The Glass City, on the show December 17, 2025 and September 16, 2026.

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

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Ana Maria Curtis
Author of The Coffin Maker
Ana Maria Curtis (author)
Episode: Re-Release: “The Coffin Maker” by AnaMaria Curtis
Brian Evenson
Author featured on the show, discussing his writing process and works
Author, Evenson Books
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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Author (writer)
Episode: Author Interview: Angela Liu
Kanan Gill
Writer and comedian
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
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

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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
    2 months 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 States2 months 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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Listeners appreciate the host's warm narration and the high production quality.
Fans value the episode diversity, from hard SF to literary storytelling, and the accessible narration.
Readers enjoy diverse guest authors and the thoughtful conversations about writing craft.

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Apple Podcasts
#172
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Apple Podcasts
#41
Canada/Fiction
Apple Podcasts
#235
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Apple Podcasts
#215
Australia/Fiction
Apple Podcasts
#22
Finland/Fiction
Apple Podcasts
#55
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Author Interview: AnaMaria Curtis
Q: Would you talk about the idea of the ending and how structure versus story ending plays into the craft?
I explained the difference between internal and external arcs and argued that the ending should be driven by the character's decisions and the metaphor, not by rigid structure alone; revision helped me align the ending with the emotional and thematic goals, and several friends urged changes until the final version felt right.
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.

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A weekly audio fiction series hosted by a seasoned narrator that showcases short stories and author interviews from the science fiction and fantasy space. Episodes blend spoken-word storytelling, author insights, and practical craft discussion, often pairing imaginative narratives with thoughtful conversations about writing, publishing, and the craft of reading aloud. Listeners consistently praise high-quality narration, diverse story selections, and the host's ability to bring speculative fiction to life, along with engaging commentary and occasional sponsor reads that punctuate the episodes. A standout aspect is the consistent focus on literary short fiction from both established and emerging voices, delivered with warmth, clarity, and a ... more

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

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

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