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Literary Treks: A Star Trek Books and Comics Podcast

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Star Trek
David Mack
Star Trek Voyager
Will Riker
Ring Of Fire
Star Trek: the Defiant
Margaret Clarke
Star Trek Books
Starfleet
Strange New Worlds
Starfleet Academy
Kyle Riker
Admiral Paris
The Nanotech War
Literary Treks
Lost To Eternity
Deny Thy Father
Star Trek Deep Space Nine
Star Trek Politics
Seven Of Nine

Literary Treks is a Trek.fm podcast dedicated entirely to Star Trek in written form. Each episode hosts Matthew Rushing and Casey Pettit explore Star Trek books and comics and chat with authors.

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Latest Episodes

Scott Pearson. It takes more than just an author to produce a book. In fact, there's a whole team of people that bring any given book to fruition. It's no different in tie-in fiction like Star Trek. We don't often branch out to talk to anyone but the... more

Greg Cox: Identity Theft. Pavel Chekov is a reminder that some Star Trek characters do their most interesting growing just outside the spotlight. Known for his youthful enthusiasm, sharp wit, and loyalty to the Enterprise, much of Chekov's developmen... more

David Mack: Ring of Fire. With fewer Star Trek series currently on TV, it's the novels that keep us boldly going. These stories bridge the gaps between episodes and explore what happens when the cameras aren't rolling — deepening our connection to th... more

Gateways: What Lay Beyond. Back in late 2001, Pocket Books published the most epic crossover event to date: Gateways. With six novels spanning the eras from The Original Series to Voyager, the series brought together multiple authors to tell stories ... more

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Scott Pearson
Current developmental editor of Star Trek novels at Gallery Books
Gallery Books
Episode: 395: I Get Paid for This?
Kirsten Beyer
Co-author of the Star Trek Khan scripted podcast series
CBS, Secret Hideout
Episode: 391: Nick's Vision
David Mack
Co-author of the Star Trek Khan scripted podcast series
CBS, Secret Hideout
Episode: 391: Nick's Vision
James Swallow
Author known for his work in Star Trek literature, including the latest novel "Toward the Night".
Episode: 387: Classic Trekkian Pew-Pew
Una McCormack
Author of Star Trek books and comics, including 'Asylum'
Star Trek Publishing
Episode: 382: Una By Una
Greg Cox
Author of the Star Trek novel Lost to Eternity
Pocket Books
Episode: 378: Lots of True Crime Podcasts
Dayton Ward
Author, known for writing within the Star Trek universe
Simon & Schuster
Episode: 376: I Didn't Know I Needed That
Jonathan Koan
YouTuber and book reviewer
Episode: 372: The Ties That Bind

Hosts

Casey Pettit
Co-host knowledgeable in Star Trek literature, leading discussions around character development and storytelling.
Jonathan Koan
Co-host with extensive insights into Star Trek novels and comics, engaging with authors and literature enthusiasts.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 136 ratings
  • Excellent and entertaining

    I really enjoy listening to Casey and Jonathan discussing trek books and comics. They are always good fun and informative.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Peter Harr
    United Kingdom10 months ago
  • Fantastic Show!

    This show is great! The hosts are extremely knowledgeable on Start Trek and StarTrek literature. The accessibility to the writers is what really makes the show.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MaidenIndy74
    United States2 years ago
  • Matthew Rushing is abysmal

    How can you be a Star Trek fan AND a right-winger? It's truly disappointing.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    “The Tank"
    United States4 years ago
  • Books and Comics Positivity

    This is a great show for discussion, interviews, news, and commentary about Star Trek books and comics. The hosts, while always giving their actual takes on the material, try to find the goodness in whatever they review and do not take pleasure in bashing anything. There is a good sense of humor present in the episodes, too.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    BrandonH83
    United States6 years ago
  • Good TOS and TNG books reviews.

    This is a solid podcast with two guys the clearly like Trek and are enjoyable to listen too. My only main issue is they are heavily focused on ToS and TNG books/content. They hardly ever touch on other series like Voyager and DS9. Would be nice if they covered Trek books more broadly.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    CrabbyGnome
    United States6 years ago

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Hosts are knowledgeable and maintain a positive tone, even when reviewing less favorable content.
Insightful discussions about Star Trek novels that make the material more accessible and engaging.
The community feel and interaction with authors enhances the overall listening experience.
Some listeners desire a broader coverage of the entire Star Trek franchise beyond just novels and comics.

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395: I Get Paid for This?
Q: What excites you about the future of Star Trek novels?
Scott is particularly excited about developing new books with authors and the upcoming titles being worked on.
395: I Get Paid for This?
Q: How do you balance being both a writer and an editor?
Scott shares that he can usually switch between the two roles without much difficulty as they engage different parts of creativity.
395: I Get Paid for This?
Q: Can you describe your day-to-day work as an editor?
Scott explains that he collaborates with authors from the initial pitch through manuscript revision and approval processes.
394: The Chekov Book
Q: How does it feel to have redeemed that episode and made it better, I guess, in hindsight?
Greg reflects on how the body swap technology inspired him to explore themes of identity and redemption, distancing the new story from the criticisms of the original episode, Turnabout Intruder.
394: The Chekov Book
Q: Can you just talk a little bit about how the book came about? What was the genesis?
Greg explains that he has been writing Star Trek novels for a long time and wanted to challenge himself by focusing on Chekov, a character he feels he had neglected.

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Content primarily revolves around engaging discussions of Star Trek literature, encompassing both novels and comics. Each episode frequently features author interviews that provide insights into their creative processes and the intricacies of character development within the Star Trek universe. The hosts often tackle significant themes present in the narratives, showcasing a commitment to exploring Star Trek's deeper messages alongside lighthearted commentary. Unique to this podcast is its focus on the literary aspects of Star Trek, giving listeners a platform that specifically caters to fans' interests in these written forms. Moreover, the podcast serves as a community hub for those who seek to engage with the Star Trek lore beyond the scr... more

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