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Writing About Dragons and Shit

Writing About Dragons and Shit
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This is the official podcast feed for Writing About Dragons and Shit - a podcast about writing with a focus on fantasy and sci-fi. Each week B Dave Walters (A Darkened Wish, Idle Champions Presents), Erin M. Evans (Brimstone Angels, Dungeon Scrawlers), and Treavor Bettis (Difficulty Class, Champions of Psychology). New Episodes go live every Friday.

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Recent Guests

Preemie Mohamed
Science fiction and fantasy author; author of Wick Hills
Self‑published/indie author
Episode: Ep. 196: Weird Cities with Premee Mohamed
Corry L. Lee
Fantasy and science fiction author
Corry L. Lee (corrylee.com)
Episode: Ep. 192: Endings with Corry L. Lee
Jenn Collignon
Canadian author and content creator, guest on episode
Independent author
Episode: Ep. 190: Bullying Time Zones
Jeremy Szal
Science fiction and fantasy author from Australia
Common Saga (Stormblood, Blindspace, Wolfskin)
Episode: Ep. 189: “I’m Not Sticking My Finger in Some Guy’s Bullet Hole” with Jeremy Szal
Amanda Cherry
Writes contemporary and historical urban fantasy and steampunk space opera.
Episode: Ep. 177: Schrödinger’s Brilliance with Amanda Cherry
Beth the Bard
A prominent figure in the D&D community and writer, focusing on Gothic Horror and TTRPGs.
TTRPG University
Episode: Ep. 175: Gothic Horror with Beth the Bard
Brandon Crilly
Canadian sci-fi and fantasy author, known for writing novels and games writing
Episode: Ep. 174: Taking on Too Much with Brandon Crilly
Keith Ammann
Author of 'The Monsters Know What They're Doing' and 'Making Enemies'
Episode: Ep. 173: Monster Behavior with Keith Ammann
Melissa Caruso
Author of various fantasy novels, including the Rooks and Ruin trilogy and the Echo Archive series
Melissa Caruso
Episode: Ep. 172: Plot Twists 2: What a Twist!

Hosts

Treavor Bettis
Host and writer with multiple projects; central voice for craft discussions
Erin M. Evans
Co‑host, fantasy novelist/author; frequent contributor on craft and worldbuilding
B. Dave Walters
Co‑host, writer and game designer; brings industry experience and practical advice

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 369 ratings
  • Not a writer…yet

    I have loved listening to these three tangent monarchs from all the way back when the did champions of lore. I love their wit and skill in taking these high level concepts of writing and their wisdom. I have yet to try to write any fiction but I feel I’m learning from masters and will one day find the time. Long live the Tangent!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    GOJOFUN
    United Statesa year ago
  • Such a great podcast

    The hosts are fantastic. The advice is helpful. This show has helped me to make SERIOUS progress as well as help others.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Shalina S.
    United States2 years ago
  • Great Vibes

    I’d been looking for a new source of chore background noise, and WABAS really hit the spot! Just listening to them joke and laugh brightens up my day; it’s a super friendly atmosphere that lends itself well to their format. Often I’m enjoying the back-and-forth so much that I don’t even realize I’ve learned things about writing in the process - yet there those lessons are, in my brain. These guys know their stuff and it shows, but their enthusiasm and joy is always their first foot forward. In t... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    OBGreen
    United States2 years ago
  • Hello, love listening to you guys and gal. It has been a journey and so much fun. Listening to Book club Ch. 5-6 and you asked a specific question. I am one of those Tangerinos who is not reading the book but listening to the book reviews. It has been a blast and love your brief chapter read in today's episode. Keep doing your stuff. Your amazing!!

    Podcast Addict
    5
    MikeyJ
    2 years ago
  • As Good As It Gets

    I am a better writer because of this podcast.

    That’s it. That’s the review.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    jgrenemyer
    United States2 years ago

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Hosts are entertaining and deeply know their craft.
Community‑oriented and engaging with strong host dynamics.
Listeners praise practical, actionable writing advice.

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Talking Points

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Ep. 197: The Webbing of a Novel
Q: How do you align the paths of two siblings so their collision feels natural and not forced?
Consider working backwards from the moment of collision, determine what each character must need or want to reach that moment, and design obstacles that force their paths together in a believable way, while allowing for separate reactions to the reveal.
Ep. 188: A Supportive Trisep
Q: How do you go about finding the right mix of fantasy and elements from other genres?
Explains considering readership, maintaining foundational genre conventions, and balancing world-building with plot, suggesting you anchor the story in a spine and treat other genres as ornaments rather than rigid overlays.
Ep. 188: A Supportive Trisep
Q: Two projects with genre-mlexing challenges (Arthur WWII retelling and Gothic Horror alt-world) and how to find the right balance of fantasy with other genres.
Discusses identifying core genre elements, audience expectations, and choosing a spine for the story to anchor the blend of fantasy with historical or horror elements, rather than forcing random genre elements together.
Ep. 188: A Supportive Trisep
Q: Who is your favorite dragon? Any media or TTRPG game that you've played?
They give a range of favorites from giants like Smaug to lesser-known dragons, with commentary on how different portrayals reflect storytelling aims (e.g., Smaug as a fearsome, iconic dragon and others who symbolize cunning or mentorship).
Episode 186: F*ck Them Heroes
Q: What is the key aspect of writing fast-paced dialogue?
Strong dialogue with distinct character voices allows for fluid, energetic conversations without excessive tagging.

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A conversation-focused show that centers on craft, worldbuilding, and the writing process for fantasy and sci‑fi. Across episodes, the three hosts share practical techniques on character arcs, plotting, and multi‑medium storytelling, while also debating pacing, tone, and the realities of publishing, marketing, and audience engagement. Guests are often established genre authors who provide deep dives into worldbuilding, endings, and craft, making it valuable for aspiring writers seeking concrete, field-tested guidance and for fans who want insider perspectives on writing and storytelling. A standout trait is the balance between accessible, friendly banter and rigorous craft talk, with frequent tangents that illuminate real-world writing work... more

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2. Corry L. Lee
3. Jenn Collignon
4. Jeremy Szal
5. Amanda Cherry
6. Beth the Bard
7. Brandon Crilly
8. Keith Ammann

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