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.

Sherry Ellis Website

Tyrean's Website

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!

In this episode, I share some thoughts on storytelling in books and movies, share a few writing prompts, and give thanks.

Yes, it's eclectic, but I look forward to coming back to these ideas in the future.

Tyrean's Tales

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Tara Tyler Talks (her website)

Tara Tyler on Amazon

Tyrean's Tales (my website)

The Dark Blade Kickstarter

Notes: In this episode of The Truth About Storytelling, author and educator Tara Tyler joins the show for a lively conversation about imagination, craft, and creating worlds that feel both inventive and relatable. From futuristic teleportation hubs to fantasy communities filled with goblins, ogres, pixies, and centaurs, Tara shares how she builds settings rooted in real emotions, lived experiences, and thoughtful world structure.

The discussion explores:

worldbuilding across fantasy and sci-fi

how real-world places inspire fictional landscapes

why rules, culture, and technology matter in speculative stories

blending humor, adventure, and meaningful themes

writing for middle-grade and adult audiences

Whether you’re a writer, reader, teacher, or worldbuilding enthusiast, this conversation offers insight, inspiration, and a behind-the-scenes look into Tara Tyler’s creative process.

In this episode, I talk about having courage, why I write about swords, and how courage affects our writing.

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Tyrean's Tales

Kickstarter

In this episode, I discuss how real landscapes shape fiction and share a writing prompt.

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Tyrean's Tales

Kickstarter

In this episode, I discuss a few writing fears and how I combat them, plus share a writing prompt and an update for my Kickstarter.

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My Website

The Dark Blade Trilogy