Today's episode is with NY Times Bestselling author Jodi Meadows! I was lucky enough to sit down with her to talk about her book Nightrender. This was recorded during covid (I had some personal things that delayed the publishing), and since the sequel Dawnbreaker is out this week, I knew it was the perfect time to publish this awesome conversation. We talk about where she drew inspiration, what it was like getting into the minds of three completely different characters, writing the scary stuff, and so much more. If you’ve read book 1, this episode will be a nice refresh before digging into book 2. And if you haven’t started the series, this will give you some great insight into this amazing world and awesome characters. I hope you enjoy! Follow Jodi! IG: www.instagram.com/unicornwarlord/ website: www.jodimeadows.com/

Link to the coloring book sale, with proceeds supporting Ukranian Refugees: https://inkfeathercollective.com/shop/ A.F. Steadman, debut author of SKANDAR AND THE UNICORN THIEF, joins me today to talk about her book and her interesting publishing journey. We talk about challenges getting published, being brave, writing middle grade magical mysteries, and of course, bloodthirsty unicorns! All this and more on today's episode of the Ink Feather Podcast! Follow Annabel! IG: https://www.instagram.com/afsteadmanauthor/ website: https://www.afsteadman.com/

Check out our Patreon: www.patreon.com/inkfeatherbooks Don't miss out on any interviews with your favorite authors! sign up for our newsletter to stay up-to-date with new episodes (nothing spammy I promise!)ow.ly/MySI50uJ5Es ------------------------------------------ Welcome to the Ink Feather Podcast, which explores the worlds of sci-fi and fantasy books through those who bring them to life. We chat with authors and industry pros about their books, including new releases and old favorites. I'm Lauren from the Ink Feather Collective and this is episode 58 with bestselling author Roseanne A. Brown! This is a great episode for writers! We dig into how it was writing and plotting her duology, A SONG OF WRAITHS AND RUIN and A PSALM OF STORMS AND SILENCE, how she balanced all the parts, taking her characters through the ringer, and so much more! Follow Roseanne! IG: https://www.instagram.com/rosiesrambles/ website: https://roseanneabrown.com/ Also, don't forget to follow Ink Feather: IG: www.instagram.com/inkfeatherpodcast/ Twitter: twitter.com/inkfeatherbooks

Be sure to check out signed author swag over on our etsy store: www.etsy.com/shop/InkFeatherShop Get my fantasy coloring book or coloring post cards here: inkfeathercollective.com/shop/ Check out our Patreon: www.patreon.com/inkfeatherbooks Don't miss out on any interviews with your favorite authors! sign up for our newsletter to stay up-to-date with new episodes (nothing spammy I promise!)ow.ly/MySI50uJ5Es ------------------------------------------ Welcome to the Ink Feather Podcast, which explores the worlds of sci-fi and fantasy books through those who bring them to life. We chat with authors and industry pros about their books, including new releases and old favorites. I'm Lauren from the Ink Feather Collective and this is episode 57 with Cade Roach from Hey Atlas Creative! Cade and I chat about what it's like running their. popular bookish shop, Hey Atlas. We dig into the ins and outs of starting, as well as cultivating an instagram feed, focusing on community over competition, and living your truth. This episode was recorded in the spring before an unexpected break on my part, but it's perfect timing to release right now, with the new year coming up. Maybe you're wanting to start a book themed store, or maybe you're curious what it's like to run one. Or maybe you want insight on how they create their amazing instagram feed. All this and more in this episode! Follow Cade! IG: www.instagram.com/heyatlascreative/ website: heyatlascreative.com Also, don't forget to follow Ink Feather: IG: www.instagram.com/inkfeatherpodcast/ Twitter: twitter.com/inkfeatherbooks

Be sure to check out signed author swag over on our etsy store: www.etsy.com/shop/InkFeatherShop Get my fantasy coloring book or coloring post cards here: inkfeathercollective.com/shop/ Check out our Patreon: www.patreon.com/inkfeatherbooks Don't miss out on any interviews with your favorite authors! sign up for our newsletter to stay up-to-date with new episodes (nothing spammy I promise!)ow.ly/MySI50uJ5Es ------------------------------------------ Welcome to the Ink Feather Podcast, which explores the worlds of sci-fi and fantasy books through those who bring them to life. We chat with authors and industry pros about their books, including new releases and old favorites. I'm Lauren from the Ink Feather Collective and this is episode 56 with author Lynette Noni! Lynette and I chat about THE PRISON HEALER, the first book in this series, which can be described as Hunger Games set in a prison with royals, rebels and magic! This episode was recorded in the spring before an unexpected break on my part, but with the release of book two, THE GILDED CAGE, a little over a week ago, I am excited to bring this awesome conversation to our listeners! we discuss her journey from popular Australian author to an author with global exposure, what it was like writing within the confines of a prison as a location, magic systems, and much more. Follow Lynette! IG: https://www.instagram.com/lynettenoni/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/LynetteNoni Also, don't forget to follow Ink Feather: IG: www.instagram.com/inkfeathercollective/ Twitter: twitter.com/inkfeatherbooks

Be sure to check out signed author swag over on our etsy store: www.etsy.com/shop/InkFeatherShop Get my fantasy coloring book or coloring post cards here: inkfeathercollective.com/shop/ Check out our Patreon: www.patreon.com/inkfeatherbooks Don't miss out on any interviews with your favorite authors! sign up for our newsletter to stay up-to-date with new episodes (nothing spammy I promise!)ow.ly/MySI50uJ5Es ------------------------------------------ Welcome to the Ink Feather Podcast, which explores the worlds of sci-fi and fantasy books through those who bring them to life. We chat with authors and industry pros about their books, including new releases and old favorites. I'm Lauren from the Ink Feather Collective and this is episode 54, debut author Allison Saft! Allison and I sat down to talk about her book DOWN COMES THE NIGHT, which debuted on March 2nd. We dive into what it was like writing this book, taking a deep dive into the characters and the creation of the world and magic. We also talk about what it was like publishing during the pandemic, and also what it's been like being creative during Covid-19. All this and more on this episode! Follow Allison! IG: https://www.instagram.com/allisonhsaft Twitter: https://twitter.com/allisonhsaft Also, don't forget to follow Ink Feather: IG: www.instagram.com/inkfeathercollective/ Twitter: twitter.com/inkfeatherbooks

Be sure to check out signed author swag over on our etsy store: www.etsy.com/shop/InkFeatherShop Get my fantasy coloring book or coloring post cards here: inkfeathercollective.com/shop/ Check out our Patreon: www.patreon.com/inkfeatherbooks Don't miss out on any interviews with your favorite authors! sign up for our newsletter to stay up-to-date with new episodes (nothing spammy I promise!)ow.ly/MySI50uJ5Es ------------------------------------------ Welcome to the Ink Feather Podcast, which explores the worlds of sci-fi and fantasy books through those who bring them to life. We chat with authors and industry pros about their books, including new releases and old favorites. I'm Lauren from the Ink Feather Collective and this is episode 54 where I chat with bestselling author Adrienne Young! Adrienne and I sat down to talk about her newest release, NAMESAKE, which hit shelves March 16th. We dig into the world she created, the path she took her character Fable on, and what it was like writing a reactive book vs a proactive one. We also talk about the magic of connecting with your creativity and the spark of idea that, if we follow, leads us to amazing places we didn't expect. All this and more in this episode! Follow Adrienne! IG: https://www.instagram.com/adrienneyoungbooks/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/adriennebooks Also, don't forget to follow Ink Feather: IG: www.instagram.com/inkfeathercollective/ Twitter: twitter.com/inkfeatherbooks

Be sure to check out signed author swag over on our etsy store: www.etsy.com/shop/InkFeatherShop Get my fantasy coloring book or coloring post cards here: inkfeathercollective.com/shop/ Check out our Patreon: www.patreon.com/inkfeatherbooks Don't miss out on any interviews with your favorite authors! sign up for our newsletter to stay up-to-date with new episodes (nothing spammy I promise!)ow.ly/MySI50uJ5Es ------------------------------------------ Welcome to the Ink Feather Podcast, which explores the worlds of sci-fi and fantasy books through those who bring them to life. We chat with authors and industry pros about their books, including new releases and old favorites. I'm Lauren from the Ink Feather Collective and this is episode 53 where I chat with bestselling author Sarah Beth Durst! I chatted with Sarah about her newest book, THE BONE MAKER, which was out on March 9th. She was such a delight to chat with, I honestly don’t think I’ve ever chatted with an author who was so bubbly and excited about what she does. It made for such a fun interview as we dug into the creation of all the parts of this story. Follow Sarah! IG: www.instagram.com/sarahbethdurst/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/sarahbethdurst Also, don't forget to follow Ink Feather: IG: www.instagram.com/inkfeathercollective/ Twitter: twitter.com/inkfeatherbooks

Enter to win a copy of the book (US only, through February 24th 2021): http://www.rafflecopter.com/rafl/display/4d4a56e821/? Be sure to check out signed author swag over on our etsy store: www.etsy.com/shop/InkFeatherShop Get my fantasy coloring book or coloring post cards here: inkfeathercollective.com/shop/ Check out our Patreon: www.patreon.com/inkfeatherbooks Don't miss out on any interviews with your favorite authors! sign up for our newsletter to stay up-to-date with new episodes (nothing spammy I promise!)ow.ly/MySI50uJ5Es ------------------------------------------ Welcome to the Ink Feather Podcast, which explores the worlds of sci-fi and fantasy books through those who bring them to life. We chat with authors and industry pros about their books, including new releases and old favorites. I'm Lauren from the Ink Feather Collective and this is episode 52 where I chat with bestselling author David Arnold! David and I dig into the creation of his newest book, THE ELECTRIC KINGDOM. This book is unlike any I've read, and I really enjoyed being able to chat with him about its creation. We talk about the art and struggle of creating, apocalyptic vs post-apocalyptic, mental health, and so much more. Also, don't miss out on the chance to win a copy of this amazing book! Follow David! IG: www.instagram.com/iamdavidarnold/ Twitter: twitter.com/roofbeam Also, don't forget to follow Ink Feather: IG: www.instagram.com/inkfeathercollective/ Twitter: twitter.com/inkfeatherbooks

Be sure to check out signed author swag over on our etsy store: www.etsy.com/shop/InkFeatherShop Get my fantasy coloring book or coloring post cards here: inkfeathercollective.com/shop/ Check out our Patreon: www.patreon.com/inkfeatherbooks Don't miss out on any interviews with your favorite authors! sign up for our newsletter to stay up-to-date with new episodes (nothing spammy I promise!)ow.ly/MySI50uJ5Es ------------------------------------------ Welcome to the Ink Feather Podcast, which explores the worlds of sci-fi and fantasy books through those who bring them to life. We chat with authors and industry pros about their books, including new releases and old favorites. I'm Lauren from the Ink Feather Collective and this is episode 51 where I chat with bestselling author Adalyn Grace! Adalyn and I chat about her new release, ALL THE TIDES OF FATE, which is the second book in her adventure fantasy duology. We pick up where ALL THE STARS AND TEETH leaves off, diving into the emotional and political aftermath of book one. We examine strong women characters, grief, and magic systems, as well as chat about what books we've read recently (and not so recently) that we've loved! All of this and more in this episode. Follow Adalyn! IG: https://www.instagram.com/authoradalyngrace/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/AdalynGrace_ Also, don't forget to follow Ink Feather: IG: www.instagram.com/inkfeathercollective/ Twitter: twitter.com/inkfeatherbooks

Be sure to check out signed author swag over on our etsy store: www.etsy.com/shop/InkFeatherShop Get my fantasy coloring book or coloring post cards here: inkfeathercollective.com/shop/ Check out our Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/inkfeatherbooks Don't miss out on any interviews with your favorite authors! sign up for our newsletter to stay up-to-date with new episodes (nothing spammy I promise!)ow.ly/MySI50uJ5Es ------------------------------------------ Welcome to the Ink Feather Podcast, which explores the worlds of sci-fi and fantasy books through those who bring them to life. We chat with authors and industry pros about their books, including new releases and old favorites. I'm Lauren from the Ink Feather Collective and this is episode 50 where I chat with author Ellie Cypher! Ellie and chat about her debut book THE GIRL FROM SHADOW SPRINGS, which is described as True Grit meets the Revenant with magic! She talks about the core themes of the book: vengeance, sisterhood and hope, as well as what it was like bringing this story to life. All this and more on this episode! Follow Ellie! IG: https://www.instagram.com/cypher_ec/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/Cypher_ec Also, don't forget to follow Ink Feather: IG: www.instagram.com/inkfeathercollective/ Twitter: twitter.com/inkfeatherbooks

Enter the international giveaway here: http://ow.ly/ZGcs50Dl96Q Get my fantasy coloring book or coloring post cards here: inkfeathercollective.com/shop/ Don't miss out on any interviews with your favorite authors! sign up for our newsletter to stay up-to-date with new episodes (nothing spammy I promise!)ow.ly/MySI50uJ5Es Be sure to check out signed author swag over on our etsy store: www.etsy.com/shop/InkFeatherShop ------------------------------------------ Welcome to the Ink Feather Podcast, which explores the worlds of sci-fi and fantasy books through those who bring them to life. We chat with authors and industry pros about their books, including new releases and old favorites. I'm Lauren from the Ink Feather Collective and this is episode 49, where I chat with author A.K. Wilder! I chatted with Kim about her new YA fantasy, what it was like writing her first YA after 9 other books, creating multiple points of view, and what it's like creating later in life. All this and more in this episode! Follow Kim! www.instagram.com/a.k.wilder/ Also, don't forget to follow Ink Feather: IG: www.instagram.com/inkfeathercollective/ Twitter: twitter.com/inkfeatherbooks

Be sure to check out signed author swag over on our etsy store: www.etsy.com/shop/InkFeatherShop Get my fantasy coloring book or coloring post cards here: inkfeathercollective.com/shop/ Don't miss out on any interviews with your favorite authors! sign up for our newsletter to stay up-to-date with new episodes (nothing spammy I promise!)ow.ly/MySI50uJ5Es ------------------------------------------ Welcome to the Ink Feather Podcast, which explores the worlds of sci-fi and fantasy books through those who bring them to life. We chat with authors and industry pros about their books, including new releases and old favorites. I'm Lauren from the Ink Feather Collective and this is episode 48 where I chat with bestselling authors Kass Morgan and Danielle Paige! I chatted with Kass and Danielle about their new book THE RAVENS, which released November 2020. We talked about what their collaboration process was like, writing styles, the magic system, and more! Follow Kass! https://twitter.com/kassmorganbooks https://www.instagram.com/kassmorganbooks/ Follow Danielle! https://twitter.com/daniellempaige https://www.instagram.com/daniellempaige/ Also, don't forget to follow Ink Feather: IG: www.instagram.com/inkfeathercollective/ Twitter: twitter.com/inkfeatherbooks

Be sure to check out signed author swag over on our etsy store (Including Jim!): www.etsy.com/shop/InkFeatherShop Get my fantasy coloring book or coloring post cards here: inkfeathercollective.com/shop/ Don't miss out on any interviews with your favorite authors! sign up for our newsletter to stay up-to-date with new episodes (nothing spammy I promise!)ow.ly/MySI50uJ5Es ------------------------------------------ Welcome to the Ink Feather Podcast, which explores the worlds of sci-fi and fantasy books through those who bring them to life. We chat with authors and industry pros about their books, including new releases and old favorites. I'm Lauren from the Ink Feather Collective and this is episode 47 where I chat with bestselling author Jim Butcher! I recorded this back in the fall but ended up taking a podcast break the past few months, so I'm sharing this now! I talk with Jim all about his newest two Dresden Files books, PEACE TALKS (out July 14th, 2020) and BATTLE GROUND (out September 29th, 2020) . We talk about what it was like having two books back to back, what Harry went through in these books, and what's in store for him coming up. All this and more in this episode! Follow Jim! Twitter: https://twitter.com/longshotauthor Also, don't forget to follow Ink Feather: IG: www.instagram.com/inkfeathercollective/ Twitter: twitter.com/inkfeatherbooks

Get my fantasy coloring book or coloring post cards here: https://inkfeathercollective.com/shop/ Don't miss out on any interviews with your favorite authors! sign up for our newsletter to stay up-to-date with new episodes (nothing spammy I promise!)ow.ly/MySI50uJ5Es ------------------------------------------ Welcome to the Ink Feather Podcast, which explores the worlds of sci-fi and fantasy books through those who bring them to life. We chat with authors and industry pros about their books, including new releases and old favorites. I'm Lauren from the Ink Feather Collective and this is episode 46 where I chat with bestselling author V.E. Schwab! I recorded this back in the fall but ended up taking a podcast break the past few months, so I'm sharing this now! We talk with V all about her new book THE INVISIBLE LIFE OF ADDIE LARUE, which came out October 6, 2020. She goes on a deep dive of the emotions involved in birthing a book that's been in your head and soul for a decade, and she takes us along for the ride through her emotions and struggles. She talks about creativity, mental health, and so much more. this is one of my favorite interviews to date, and I really hope you enjoy it as much as I do! Follow V.E.! IG: www.instagram.com/veschwab/ Twitter: twitter.com/veschwab Also, don't forget to follow Ink Feather: IG: www.instagram.com/inkfeathercollective/ Twitter: twitter.com/inkfeatherbooks

Be sure to check out signed author swag over on our etsy store (Including Christopher!): www.etsy.com/shop/InkFeatherShop Don't miss out on any interviews with your favorite authors! sign up for our newsletter to stay up-to-date with new episodes (nothing spammy I promise!)ow.ly/MySI50uJ5Es ------------------------------------------ Welcome to the Ink Feather Podcast, which explores the worlds of sci-fi and fantasy books through those who bring them to life. We chat with authors and industry pros about their books, including new releases and old favorites. I'm Lauren and this is episode 45, part two of my Christopher Paolini interview! This interview is part two of a two-part interview, and in this episode we explore more in-depth his new book TO SLEEP IN A SEA OF STARS! We dig in deeper to what happens in the book, including details about the main character and the world in general. This is a spoiler episode, so if you don’t want to know anything, don’t listen! Christopher also talks about the other projects he’s working on, some books he recommends, and more!  Follow Christopher! IG: www.instagram.com/christopher_paolini/ Twitter: twitter.com/paolini Also, don't forget to follow Ink Feather: IG: www.instagram.com/inkfeathercollective/ Twitter: twitter.com/inkfeatherbooks

Be sure to check out signed author swag over on our etsy store (Including Christopher!): www.etsy.com/shop/InkFeatherShop Don't miss out on any interviews with your favorite authors! sign up for our newsletter to stay up-to-date with new episodes (nothing spammy I promise!)ow.ly/MySI50uJ5Es ------------------------------------------ Welcome to the Ink Feather Podcast, which explores the worlds of sci-fi and fantasy books through those who bring them to life. We chat with authors and industry pros about their books, including new releases and old favorites. I’m Lauren and this is episode 44 where I chat with author Christopher Paolini! This is a spoiler-free interview and it's part one of two where we dig into his new epic space opera To Sleep in a Sea of Stars! He talks about the creation of the story, the research that went into it, and why it was the next book after The Inheritance Cycle! And be sure to come back for part two, where we dig a little deeper into the book itself! Follow Christopher! IG: www.instagram.com/christopher_paolini/ Twitter: twitter.com/paolini Also, don't forget to follow Ink Feather: IG: www.instagram.com/inkfeathercollective/ Twitter: twitter.com/inkfeatherbooks

Be sure to check out signed author swag over on our etsy store: www.etsy.com/shop/InkFeatherShop Don't miss out on any interviews with your favorite authors! sign up for our newsletter to stay up-to-date with new episodes (nothing spammy I promise!)ow.ly/MySI50uJ5Es ------------------------------------------ Welcome to the Ink Feather Podcast, which explores the worlds of sci-fi and fantasy books through those who bring them to life. We chat with authors and industry pros about their books, including new releases and old favorites. I’m Lauren and this is episode 43 where I chat with author Margaret Owen! Margaret Owen is the author of THE MERCIFUL CROW and THE FAITHLESS HAWK, as well as being an artist and a podcaster. We dug into her publishing journey, how writing shapes character voice, the caste system, and elemental magic. We also talk about politics in her book, as well as some books she's read recently that she loves. All of this on this and more on this episode of the Ink Feather Podcast! Follow Margaret! IG: https://www.instagram.com/what_eats_owls/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/what_eats_owls Also, don't forget to follow Ink Feather: IG: www.instagram.com/inkfeatherbooks/ Twitter: twitter.com/inkfeatherbooks

Be sure to check out signed author swag over on our etsy store: www.etsy.com/shop/InkFeatherShop Don't miss out on any interviews with your favorite authors! sign up for our newsletter to stay up-to-date with new episodes (nothing spammy I promise!)ow.ly/MySI50uJ5Es ------------------------------------------ Welcome to the Ink Feather Podcast, which explores the worlds of sci-fi and fantasy books through those who bring them to life. We chat with authors and industry pros about their books, including new releases and old favorites. I’m Lauren and this is episode 42, where I chat with author Marissa Meyer! Marissa and I chatted about the re-release of The Lunar Chronicles with their gorgeous new covers! We also talked about her new writing podcast, her upcoming book, INSTANT KARMA, writing, reading, and more! Also, don't miss out on your chance to win a copy of CINDER with the gorgeous new cover (US and Canada only). Entries open until 11:59 EST on July 16th: www.rafflecopter.com/rafl/display/4d4a56e818/? Follow Marissa! IG: www.instagram.com/marissameyerauthor/ Twitter: twitter.com/marissa_meyer Also, don't forget to follow Ink Feather: IG: www.instagram.com/inkfeatherbooks/ Twitter: twitter.com/inkfeatherbooks

Be sure to check out signed author swag over on our etsy store: www.etsy.com/shop/InkFeatherShop Don't miss out on any interviews with your favorite authors! sign up for our newsletter to stay up-to-date with new episodes (nothing spammy I promise!)ow.ly/MySI50uJ5Es ------------------------------------------ Welcome to the Ink Feather Podcast, which explores the worlds of sci-fi and fantasy books through those who bring them to life. We chat with authors and industry pros about their books, including new releases and old favorites. I’m Lauren and this is episode 41, where I chat with author Zoraida Cordova! Zoraida is here today to talk about her new release, INCENDIARY. It's an epic fantasy with inspiration drawn from the Spanish Inquisition, and it has captivating characters and a wonderful magic system that feels really fresh. We dig into these things, as well as her writing style, balance during the quarantine, and more! Follow Zoraida! IG: www.instagram.com/zoraidasolo/ Twitter: twitter.com/zlikeinzorro Also, don't forget to follow Ink Feather: IG: www.instagram.com/inkfeatherbooks/ Twitter: twitter.com/inkfeatherbooks