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Rogue Writers
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September Reading Wrap Up | Indie Fantasy, and Spooky Season Reads
YouTubeOct 7, 2026
8 Fantasy and SciFi Novels that are UNDERRATED | feat. @DavesHighLowBrow
YouTubeOct 3, 2026
BIG BOOKSHELF TOUR - SCIFI, FANTASY, THEOLOGY
YouTubeSep 29, 2026
The Big Problem With American Gods
YouTubeSep 22, 2026
Very clever…
YouTubeSep 21, 2026
The Origin of Steampunk | Morlock Night by K. W. Jeter
YouTubeSep 15, 2026
August Reading Wrap Up - Slow and Steady Reading
YouTubeSep 1, 2026
The Genius of Cloud Atlas (Explained in 6 Points)
YouTubeAug 11, 2026
Reread and Reevaluate | Homer, Neil Gaiman and Cloud Atlas - July Wrap Up
YouTubeAug 4, 2026
Chatting w Steve Donoghue about Pulp and Ancient Literature, Modern Lit and The…
YouTubeJul 21, 2026
Why I Love Solomon Kane
YouTubeJul 14, 2026
Thank YOU for 3k subs!
YouTubeJul 11, 2026
J. L. Odom Author Conversation - Military Fantasy, Self Publishing and SPFBO
YouTubeJul 7, 2026
The Shadow of What Was Lost (Licanius) Discussion (Spoiler Free + Spoilers)
YouTubeJul 6, 2026
Self Pub and Solomon Kane - June Wrap Up
YouTubeJun 30, 2026
The Midwich Cuckoos | The Classic SciFi Novel That Inspired Stephen King
YouTubeJun 23, 2026
The Mid Year Freak Out Tag - Best Books… and Worst
YouTubeJun 16, 2026
Tori Tecken Author Conversation - The Blood Stones, Cold Silver For Souls, Phas…
YouTubeJun 9, 2026
The Alvin Maker Series is Finished… and I Have Thoughts
YouTubeJun 9, 2026
An Excuse to Chat With Dr. Paul Williams about Literary SFF and Meaning of Life…
YouTubeJun 3, 2026
I Finished Up 3 Series! - May Wrap Up
YouTubeJun 2, 2026
I Finished Up 3 Series! - May Wrap Up
YouTubeJun 2, 2026
Why You Should Read Tim Powers
YouTubeMay 26, 2026
Ten Books I Need to Read Since 2026 is Almost Halfway Done
YouTubeMay 19, 2026
April Wrap Up - Project Hail Mary, Gene Wolfe and The Terminal List
YouTubeMay 5, 2026
Andrew D. Meredith Author Conversation - Flaws of Epic Fantasy, and Strengths o…
YouTubeApr 29, 2026
First Impressions of The Knight by Gene Wolfe | Wizard Knight Review
YouTubeApr 28, 2026
My 10 FAVORITE Fantasy Standalone Novels
YouTubeApr 14, 2026
Fantastic Reads from March - Orson Scott Card, Janny Wurts, Lois McMaster Bujol…
YouTubeApr 7, 2026
Tim Powers Author Conversation - The Mills of the Gods Discussion
YouTubeMar 31, 2026
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The Fantasy Standalone Myth: Why 'Just Series' Isn't the Whole Story
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The Fantasy Standalone Myth: Why 'Just Series' Isn't the Whole Story

A common misconception within the fantasy genre claims that standalones are rare. Let's debunk this pervasive 'lie' and explore why the perception exists, even as authors like Sanderson and Abercrombie offer plenty of single-book experiences.

iSamwise
iSamwise
Rogue Writers
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Beyond the Bestseller: What We're Really Reading (and DNFing)
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Beyond the Bestseller: What We're Really Reading (and DNFing)

Ever feel like chasing the 'hidden gem' in literature leads you down a rabbit hole of disappointment? Join us as we unpack some recent reads, from Orson Scott Card to a surprising DNF, and discuss what makes a story truly resonate.

iSamwise
iSamwise
Rogue Writers
3 min
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Beyond the Top 10: 15 More Books That Defined My 2025
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Beyond the Top 10: 15 More Books That Defined My 2025

Hitting 100 books in a year felt remarkable, so I expanded beyond a simple Top 10 list to share 25 favorites from 2025, spanning historical fiction, alternate history, and more. Join me as I unpack these reads and why you might want to add them to your own stack.

iSamwise
iSamwise
Rogue Writers
3 min
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Beyond Stephen King: Diving into the Secret History of Tim Powers
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Beyond Stephen King: Diving into the Secret History of Tim Powers

A fellow Rogue Writer just unearthed a new appreciation for Tim Powers, a fantasy author blending historical fiction and urban fantasy in delightfully odd ways. Let's explore why you should add him to your reading list.

iSamwise
iSamwise
Rogue Writers
3 min
0 0 0about 19 hours ago
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