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The Halfling and the Spaceman

There are a lot of fans out there, but how did they, and more importantly, how can you, turn your passion into something creative? Join us each week as we meet fans who have moved from being consumers to creators. If your interests spring from speculative fiction and related fandoms, join us; whether you’re a model builder, cosplayer, artist, writer, fan-publisher, or club organizer, you’ll find something of interest with The Halfling and the Spaceman!

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Show cover of The Halfling and the Spaceman J.R. Steele, Writer, Audio Editor, and Voice Actor

We had such a fun conversation with creator J.R. Steele.  J.R. wears many creative hats including animator, audio artist, writer, and actor!  We don’t think we even covered it all!References and Links:https://linktr.ee/pen_of_steelehttps://x.com/pen_of_steelehttps://www.instagram.com/brushofsteelepenofsteele@gmail.comMusic in this episode:Fluidscape by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/Source: http://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free/index.html?isrc=USUAN1100393Artist: http://incompetech.com/Fantasy Game Theme by BlueJay Studios licensed through AudioJungle

1/12/25 • 60:18

Show cover of The Halfling and the Spaceman Tiffany Pettit, Author and Illustrator

It was fun talking with artist and storyteller Tiffany Petitt.  She’s done it all…  from children's books, video games, apps, and merchandise, to murals and comics.  She brings other people's ideas to life through the fun of visual storytelling,References and Links:https://www.tiffanypetitt.com/Music in this episode:Fluidscape by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/Source: http://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free/index.html?isrc=USUAN1100393Artist: http://incompetech.com/Fantasy Game Theme by BlueJay Studios licensed through AudioJungle

1/5/25 • 61:44

Show cover of The Halfling and the Spaceman Lili J Cosplay, Coplayer and Cosplay Fabricator

We had a great time talking with award-winning cosplayer Lili J Cosplay!  We talked about all things cosplay!References and Links:https://www.tiktok.com/@lilijcosplayhttps://www.instagram.com/lilij_cosplay/Music in this episode:Fluidscape by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/Source: http://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free/index.html?isrc=USUAN1100393Artist: http://incompetech.com/Fantasy Game Theme by BlueJay Studios licensed through AudioJungle

12/29/24 • 63:33

Show cover of The Halfling and the Spaceman Kristina Kelly, Author

We had a great conversation with author Kristina Kelly! She is the co-author of the epic fantasy and sci-fi fusing series, the Etherea Cycle including Trials of the Innermost.  We also talked poetry and photography!References and Links:https://kristinaseyes.com/Music in this episode:Fluidscape by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/Source: http://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free/index.html?isrc=USUAN1100393Artist: http://incompetech.com/Fantasy Game Theme by BlueJay Studios licensed through AudioJungle

12/22/24 • 50:27

Show cover of The Halfling and the Spaceman Shami Stovall, Author

We were super excited to have with us Shami Stovall.  Shami is an award-winning author of fantasy, sci/fi, and crime thrillers.  She’s also a history professor and comic illustrator!References and Links:https://sastovallauthor.com/http://www.facebook.com/SAStovallMusic in this episode:Fluidscape by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/Source: http://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free/index.html?isrc=USUAN1100393Artist: http://incompetech.com/Fantasy Game Theme by BlueJay Studios licensed through AudioJungle

12/8/24 • 70:07

Show cover of The Halfling and the Spaceman Robert C. Murray, Author

Today we're talking with Robert C. Murray, poet and author.  Robert is the author of the Titan Run Trilogy, which he describes as "Forward-Looking Science Fiction with an Old-School feel."   In addition, Robert is also a podcaster and musician! References and Links:https://titanruntrilogy.space/index.htmlhttps://www.lefthandrob.net/https://www.threads.net/@LeftHandRobMusic in this episode:Fluidscape by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/Source: http://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free/index.html?isrc=USUAN1100393Artist: http://incompetech.com/Fantasy Game Theme by BlueJay Studios licensed through AudioJungle

12/1/24 • 67:05

Show cover of The Halfling and the Spaceman Donna Glee Williams, Author

We were honored to talk with Donna Glee Williams, the winner of Manly Wade Wellman award.  She is a poet and writer of literary fantasy and science fiction, Including ”The Night Fields”, “Dreamers”, and “The Braided Path”.References and Links:https://www.donnagleewilliams.com/https://ncsff.org/awards/wellman/Music in this episode:Fluidscape by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/Source: http://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free/index.html?isrc=USUAN1100393Artist: http://incompetech.com/Fantasy Game Theme by BlueJay Studios licensed through AudioJungle

11/17/24 • 75:02

Show cover of The Halfling and the Spaceman David Hadden, Game Designer

We’re excited to have talked with an RPG enthusiast who has been developing the world of Orthane for 30 years, Dave Hadden!  Orthane Productions is about to launch its Kickstarter to release the setting and campaign materials.  References and Links:https://keshanar.com/Music in this episode:Fluidscape by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/Source: http://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free/index.html?isrc=USUAN1100393Artist: http://incompetech.com/Fantasy Game Theme by BlueJay Studios licensed through AudioJungle

11/10/24 • 69:08

Show cover of The Halfling and the Spaceman AZ Rozkillis, Author

We had AZ Rozillis with us.  She’s a literal rocket scientist, and fantasy/sci author, whose first novel is now out.References and Links:https://www.spacewizardsciencefantasy.com/author/a.z.-rozkillisMusic in this episode:Fluidscape by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/Source: http://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free/index.html?isrc=USUAN1100393Artist: http://incompetech.com/Fantasy Game Theme by BlueJay Studios licensed through AudioJungle

11/3/24 • 56:14

Show cover of The Halfling and the Spaceman Alex Kingsley, Author, Game Designer, and Stand-Up Comic

We got to have Alex Kingsley with us!   Alex is a writer, comedian, and game designer. They are also a co-founder of Strong Branch Productions.  Fun conversation!References and Links:https:/alexjkingsley.orghttps://alexyquest.itch.io/https://strongbranchproductions.comhttps://www.spacewizardsciencefantasy.com/book/empress-of-dustMusic in this episode:Fluidscape by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/Source: http://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free/index.html?isrc=USUAN1100393Artist: http://incompetech.com/Fantasy Game Theme by BlueJay Studios licensed through AudioJungle

10/26/24 • 63:01

Show cover of The Halfling and the Spaceman Ben Meeks, Author

We had a great time talking with Sci/Fi Fantasy author and woodworker, Ben Meeks.  The Keeper Chronicles is his first series.  It’s an urban fantasy series about a were otter!References and Links:https://www.chiselandquill.com/---Music in this episode:Fluidscape by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/Source: http://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free/index.html?isrc=USUAN1100393Artist: http://incompetech.com/Fantasy Game Theme by BlueJay Studios licensed through AudioJungle

10/20/24 • 63:34

Show cover of The Halfling and the Spaceman Bob McGough, Author and Game Designer

We were excited to talk with Bob McGough.  Bob is an author, podcaster, and indie tabletop game.  He is best known as the author of his ‘Rural’ Urban Fantasy series, the Jubal County Saga. He’s also, in his own words…a hot mess!  This was a lot of funReferences and Links:https://talesbybob.com/https://beardedbardinkworks.com/

10/5/24 • 68:19

Show cover of The Halfling and the Spaceman Priya Sridhar, Author

We had a chat with Priya Sridhar, a  fantasy/science fiction author who’s written several books and short stories, including her Powered series.  Among other topics, she talks about how her cultural heritage as an Indian-American has worked its way into her writingReferences and Links:https://www.priyajsridhar.com/https://bsky.app/profile/priyajsridhar.bsky.social

9/29/24 • 63:33

Show cover of The Halfling and the Spaceman Lisa Hodorovych, Author and Publishing Consultant

We had a great time talking with author Lisa Hodorovych.  She mainly writes suspense/thriller type stories with romance and comedy mixed in.  She also has her own small publication production company, Quoth the Writer.---Music in this episode:Fluidscape by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/Source: http://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free/index.html?isrc=USUAN1100393Artist: http://incompetech.com/Fantasy Game Theme by BlueJay Studios licensed through AudioJungle

9/15/24 • 67:15

Show cover of The Halfling and the Spaceman Nikole McDonald-Jones, Artists and Author

Today we talk with Nikole McDonald-Jones.  Spooni, as the art world knows her, is ½ Rocket Scientist, ½ Graphic Designer & ½ Illustrator.  We had to find out what that’s all about!  References and Links:https://studionini.carrd.co/---Music in this episode:Fluidscape by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/Source: http://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free/index.html?isrc=USUAN1100393Artist: http://incompetech.com/Fantasy Game Theme by BlueJay Studios licensed through AudioJungle

9/8/24 • 61:39

Show cover of The Halfling and the Spaceman J. Alexander Cohen, Author and Editor

We were excited to talk with author J. Alexander Cohen.  He is a novelist, and writer of cozy and cozy-adjacent gay fantasy novels.  His latest book Talio’s Codex is out now, published by Space Wizard Science Fantasy.  References and Links:https://www.jalexandercohen.com/https://www.spacewizardsciencefantasy.com/book/talio's-codex---Music in this episode:Fluidscape by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/Source: http://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free/index.html?isrc=USUAN1100393Artist: http://incompetech.com/Fantasy Game Theme by BlueJay Studios licensed through AudioJungle

9/1/24 • 59:44

Show cover of The Halfling and the Spaceman Sherrilyn Kenyon

It was great fun getting to talk with one of the guests of honor at ConGregate…Sherrilyn Keyon!  She’s a NY bestselling, probably best known for her Dark Hunter series universe.  Check it out, and later you can check out the YouTube video!  ---Music in this episode:Fluidscape by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/Source: http://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free/index.html?isrc=USUAN1100393Artist: http://incompetech.com/Fantasy Game Theme by BlueJay Studios licensed through AudioJungle

8/25/24 • 57:25

Show cover of The Halfling and the Spaceman Roosevelt Pitt, Comics Publisher and Writer

Today we meet Roosevelt Pitt of Amara Entertainment.   Amara Entertainment produces and distributes ethic superhero comics to fill the void left by a lack of positive African American heroes in the mainstream marketplace.    He's also written children's books, graphic novels, and movie scripts.References and Links:https://www.indiegogo.com/projects/purge-revisited-3oth-anniversary#/https://www.facebook.com/roosevelt.pitt.9  ---Music in this episode:Fluidscape by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/Source: http://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free/index.html?isrc=USUAN1100393Artist: http://incompetech.com/Fantasy Game Theme by BlueJay Studios licensed through AudioJungle

8/18/24 • 57:42

Show cover of The Halfling and the Spaceman Yamil Camacho, Game Designer

Today we're talking with Yamil Camacho.  He is the co-lead for the Gongfarmer's Almanac, a community fanzine for all things related to Goodman Games Dungeon Crawl Classics RPG and a contributing editor for Orthane Productions.References and Links:https://joseyamil.com/https://www.instagram.com/jyamilwrites/---Music in this episode:Fluidscape by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/Source: http://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free/index.html?isrc=USUAN1100393Artist: http://incompetech.com/Fantasy Game Theme by BlueJay Studios licensed through AudioJungle

8/11/24 • 51:59

Show cover of The Halfling and the Spaceman Bill Blume, Author

Fun conversation with Bill Blume.  His latest book West of the Apocalypse is available from Time Killer Publishers.  He’s written other sci/fi and fantasy books and short stories including one titled The Big Sneeze, which is a comic police procedural with dragons.References and Links:https://www.billblume.net/https://www.instagram.com/billblume/https://www.threads.net/@billblume---Music in this episode:Fluidscape by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/Source: http://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free/index.html?isrc=USUAN1100393Artist: http://incompetech.com/Fantasy Game Theme by BlueJay Studios licensed through AudioJungle

8/4/24 • 63:19

Show cover of The Halfling and the Spaceman Wendy S. Delmater, Author and Editor of Abyss and Apex Magazine

Meet Wendy S. Delmater the editor of the acclaimed science fiction magazine "Abyss and Apex."  She's a professional editor of science fiction and fantasy novels and short stores, she's also authored her own short fiction and poetry as well as non-fiction works such as "Confessions of a Female Safety Engineer".References and Links:https://wendysdelmater.net/https://www.abyssapexzine.com/https://x.com/safewrite?lang=en---Music in this episode:Fluidscape by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/Source: http://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free/index.html?isrc=USUAN1100393Artist: http://incompetech.com/Fantasy Game Theme by BlueJay Studios licensed through AudioJungle

7/27/24 • 58:04

Show cover of The Halfling and the Spaceman Lydia and David Sherrer, Author / Game Designer Chenoweth Press / Games.

Meet David and Lydia Sherrer!  David Sherrer is Marketing Director and Lead Game Designer of Chenoweth Press. Chenoweth Press LLC is an independent publisher of books and games written by Lydia and David Sherrer. Its products include award-winning and best-selling novels as well as popular indie game Cat Magic:  Lydia is the Award-winning and USA Today-bestselling author of snark-filled urban fantasy,References and Links:https://www.lydiasherrer.com/https://chenowethgames.com/---Music in this episode:Fluidscape by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/Source: http://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free/index.html?isrc=USUAN1100393Artist: http://incompetech.com/Fantasy Game Theme by BlueJay Studios licensed through AudioJungle

7/21/24 • 66:02

Show cover of The Halfling and the Spaceman Rob Howell, Author and Publisher

Meet Rob Howell, best-selling creator of the Shijuren fantasy setting and an author in the Four Horsemen Universe. He writes primarily high fantasy, space opera, military science fiction, and alternate history, usually with mystery mixed into it all.References and Links:https://robhowell.org/blog/https://firehallsagas.com/tiki-index.phphttps://www.facebook.com/rhodri2112https://x.com/rhodri2112https://www.patreon.com/rhodri2112https://www.reddragonquilts.com/---Music in this episode:Fluidscape by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/Source: http://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free/index.html?isrc=USUAN1100393Artist: http://incompetech.com/Fantasy Game Theme by BlueJay Studios licensed through AudioJungle

7/14/24 • 61:41

Show cover of The Halfling and the Spaceman Christopher Clouser, Author

Meet author Chris Clouser.  He's written sixteen books and one play, all covering fantasy, science-fiction, mystery, and sports history while contributing to several compilations, along with multiple articles in national publications!  How did he get from writing about sports to writing fantasy, sci-fi, and mysteries?  References and Links:https://clouserwritesbooks.wordpress.com/https://www.facebook.com/christopherclouser.authorpage---Music in this episode:Fluidscape by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/Source: http://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free/index.html?isrc=USUAN1100393Artist: http://incompetech.com/Fantasy Game Theme by BlueJay Studios licensed through AudioJungle

7/7/24 • 70:59

Show cover of The Halfling and the Spaceman Terreal Brown, Weaver's Circle

Meet Terreal Brown of Weavers Circle.  Straight from their website "Imagine a world where everyone feels like they belong because communities encourage social connection by playing with stories."  What an awesome concept!References and Links:https://www.weaverscircle.com/---Music in this episode:Fluidscape by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/Source: http://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free/index.html?isrc=USUAN1100393Artist: http://incompetech.com/Fantasy Game Theme by BlueJay Studios licensed through AudioJungle

6/30/24 • 55:19

Show cover of The Halfling and the Spaceman Jo Boone, Author

Meet Jo author Jo Boone! She’s written a series of space opera books called The Combined Service series, which is currently a trilogy. She’s also written short fiction which appears in Weird TalesReferences and Links:https://joboone.com/https://www.facebook.com/JoBooneAuthorhttps://jobooneauthor.substack.com/?utm_source=discover_search---Music in this episode:Fluidscape by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/Source: http://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free/index.html?isrc=USUAN1100393Artist: http://incompetech.com/Fantasy Game Theme by BlueJay Studios licensed through AudioJungle

6/23/24 • 62:46

Show cover of The Halfling and the Spaceman Cheralyn Lambeth, Actor, Autor, Comic, and Designer

We had a great conversation with Cheralyn Lambeth!  She’s a freelance professional in multiple aspects of the entertainment industries, including film, television, prop making, writing, and theater.  She does it all!References and Links:https://www.cheralynlambeth.com/https://www.facebook.com/cheralyn.lambeth/https://www.instagram.com/cherlambeth/https://www.instagram.com/cheralyndustries/---Music in this episode:Fluidscape by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/Source: http://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free/index.html?isrc=USUAN1100393Artist: http://incompetech.com/Fantasy Game Theme by BlueJay Studios licensed through AudioJungle

6/16/24 • 56:51

Show cover of The Halfling and the Spaceman Brian Biswas, Author

Today we're talking with author Brian Biswas.   Brian writes in the "magical realism" stye, and has written over 60 short stories.  In addition, he has one published novel, The Astronomer, as well as a second, soon to be published novel, Floating on Air.  He is listed in the International Writer's and Author's Who's Who, Marquis Who's Who,  and the Internet Speculative Fiction Database!  References and Links:http://brianbiswas.com/---Music in this episode:Fluidscape by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/Source: http://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free/index.html?isrc=USUAN1100393Artist: http://incompetech.com/Fantasy Game Theme by BlueJay Studios licensed through AudioJungle

6/9/24 • 59:14

Show cover of The Halfling and the Spaceman Richard Dansky, Author and Narrative Game Designer

Richard Dansky has been instrumental in both the video game and tabletop RPG industries and has published eight novels as well as short story collections. Known for his work on Wraith: The Oblivion second edition as well as his most recent short story collection Meeting in the Devil's House. References and Links:https://richarddansky.com/---Music in this episode:Fluidscape by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/Source: http://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free/index.html?isrc=USUAN1100393Artist: http://incompetech.com/Fantasy Game Theme by BlueJay Studios licensed through AudioJungle

6/3/24 • 58:01

Show cover of The Halfling and the Spaceman Grady Hendrix, Author (recorded live at Atomacon!)

This week we have the pleasure of presenting a live recording of our interview with horror author, Grady Hendrix which we recorded on May 4th, 2024 at Atomacon in North Charleston, South Carolina (USA).  Grady is the author of books such as The Southern Book Club's Guide to Slaying Vampires, The Final Girl Support Group , and How to Sell a Haunted House.   We talk about writing, fandom, and some of the challenges with his upcoming book Witchcraft for Wayward Girls.References and Links:https://www.gradyhendrix.com/http://atomacon.org/---Music in this episode:Fluidscape by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/Source: http://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free/index.html?isrc=USUAN1100393Artist: http://incompetech.com/Fantasy Game Theme by BlueJay Studios licensed through AudioJungle

5/26/24 • 51:15