In this episode, I talk about how much I love the conversational interviews I'm doing with authors on Monday, share two writing prompts about time and place, and reflect on reframing goals for the end of the year and in to the new year.

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Tyrean's Tales

The Dark Blade Trilogy Kickstarter

99cent Dark Blade Forged original ebook

In this episode of The Truth About Storytelling, Tyrean Martinson reflects on Advent and speaks with award-winning children’s and middle-grade author Sherry Ellis about writing adventurous stories rooted in real places, history, and culture.

Sherry shares how her experiences as a musician and scuba diving instructor shape the way she builds authentic settings for her stories—especially in her Bubba and Squirt sibling adventure series, where each book unfolds within a 12-hour window in a different country. The conversation explores blending folklore and mythology with modern storytelling, using sensory detail to immerse young readers, and creating classroom-friendly extras like recipes, language notes, and historical context.

They also discuss writing rituals, research accuracy, critique feedback, and Sherry’s upcoming children’s book, Happy Birthday to Us, releasing in celebration of America’s 250th anniversary.

This episode is ideal for writers, educators, parents, and readers who love meaningful children’s stories, travel-inspired fiction, and thoughtful conversations about craft.

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99cent deal for Dark Blade Forged original ebook

In this episode, I share some thoughts about Thanksgiving and Black Friday, a writing prompt, and a reading from Dark Blade Forged, Volume 1 of The Dark Blade Trilogy.

Tyrean's Tales

The Dark Blade Kickstarter

Original ebook edition of Dark Blade Forged for 99 cents!