Author Philip Wilder returns to the podcast to talk about his journey as a self-published author, his mission work in the Middle East, the importance of engaging in spiritual conversations, the significance of overcoming fear and trusting in God's guidance, and his new book, Jake Rogers' Planet. Buy Jake Rogers' Planet now! Follow Philip Wilder: Ph…

Steve Laube returns to the podcast for an in-depth discussion of culture and community within organizations, specifically Enclave Publishing. Steve and Clint also talk about the complexities of free will and divine sovereignty, the balance between profit and purpose in business, emphasizing the need for a clear mission, the positive role of competi…

Author Deborah Raney talks about growing up on a farm in Kansas, her early experiences with writing, the realities of the publishing world, dealing with asthma, the impact of self-publishing in today's market, the importance of believing in your own stories, and the role of faith in her career. Follow Deborah Raney: DeborahRaney.com Deborah Raney o…

Culture writer, author, and podcaster Jeff Giles visits the podcast to discuss his early influences, the evolution of the music industry, the dangers of fame, his experiences in graphic design, how he rediscovered his passion for writing, the balance between creativity and commerce, and the inspiration behind his humorous fiction novel, Langley Pow…

Author and book reviewer D. T. Powell joins Clint for a fascinating conversation about the spiritual gift of mercy, the challenges of navigating emotional connections, how a story helped her understand grace, writing - particularly fan fiction - as a means of expressing her spiritual journey, and much more. Follow D. T. Powell: D. T. Powell on Inst…

Author Bob McGough joins the podcast to delve into the differences between conventions and conferences, the self-publishing journey, the significance of community, setting realistic goals, the personal growth that comes from navigating setbacks, and more. Buy The Jubal County Saga and other great books from Bob! Follow Bob McGough: Bob McGough's we…

Shawn Reilly Simmons, author and managing editor for Level Best Books, discusses her experiences in the film industry, her journey from being a chef to an author, the importance of confidence, the necessity of embracing failure as part of success, navigating the publishing industry, how opportunities arise from persistence, and more. Follow Shawn R…

New York Times bestselling author John Jackson Miller joins the podcast to talk about the significant impact of English teachers on his writing journey, his early influences, and the turning points in his career, his writing process when working within established franchises, and his latest book, Batman: Resurrection. Order Batman: Resurrection now…

Scott Cramton, founder of American Immersion Theater, joins the podcast to talk about adopting a cat in the middle of a ghost tour, his journey through theater from Detroit to New Orleans, the importance of discomfort in personal growth, the value of experiences over mere consumption, the shift in society from participation to observation, and much…

Author Peter F. Hamilton shares his approach to world-building and character development, writing a book set in a video game universe, his early experiences with writing, the role of social commentary in science fiction, and his new book, Exodus: The Archimedes Engine. Buy Exodus: The Archimedes Engine now!* Follow Peter F. Hamilton: Peter F. Hamil…

Author Lauren H. Brandenburg joins the podcast to discuss creating a captivating setting for readers, the importance of perseverance in the publishing process, battling self-doubt, knowing your target audience, the homeschooling market, the differences between middle grade and young adult books, advice to aspiring authors, and more. Buy Lauren's bo…

Recorded live at Realm Makers! Lindsay A. Franklin, author and managing editor at Enclave Publishing, discusses her journey as a writer, her role at Enclave, the impact of technology on creativity, the inspiration behind her books, the importance of being true to yourself, and her new book, The Unraveling of Emlyn DuLaine. Preorder The Unraveling o…

Award-winning producer and co-founder of Incandescent Films Jiarui Guo shares her journey in the film industry, managing production logistics, the importance of making meaningful films, the need to surround yourself with the right people, advice for aspiring filmmakers, and more. Follow Jiarui Guo: Jiarui Guo on Instagram Jiarui Guo IMDb Follow Cli…

Authors J.J. Johnson, Jason Joyner, and Steve Raza join the podcast to talk about their collaboration process, the challenges of merging their individual writing styles, the importance of having a supportive community, and their collaborative novel, Interstice Undone. Buy Interstice Undone now!* Follow the authors: J.J. Johnson on Amazon J.J. Johns…

Author Nadine Brandes is back on the podcast! In this episode, we discuss Nadine's return to Enclave, switching genres, her approach to writing, staying rooted in purpose, her thoughts on platform building, balancing writing with family life, and her new book, The Nightmare Virus. Buy The Nightmare Virus Now!* Follow Nadine: Nadine's website (sign …

My wife, Stefanie, joins the podcast to help me answer your questions! Follow Clint Hall: Clint Hall on Instagram Clint Hall on Facebook Clint Hall on Twitter You can also find me at clinthall.com. Host: Clint Hall Guest: Stefanie Hall Producers: Hector Arocho, Clint HallBy Clint Hall

No episode this week but I do make an announcement about what's coming up on the podcast for the rest of July! Submit your questions for the Q&A episode on my social channels or through my website: Clint Hall on Instagram Clint Hall on Facebook Clint Hall on Twitter clinthall.com/contact Host: Clint Hall Producers: Clint Hall…

Author Candice Pedraza Yamnitz joins the podcast to discuss her journey of working with literary agents, dealing with setbacks, seeking God's guidance, collaborative writing, providential relationships, and much more. Follow Candice: Candice Pedraza Yamnitz on Instagram Candice Pedraza Yamnitz website Candice Pedraza Yamnitz on Amazon Follow Clint …

Authors Tricia and Nathan Goyer join the podcast to discuss their experiences with conventions, homeschooling, co-writing as mother and son, their writing process, the importance of trust and collaboration, their love for speculative fiction, and their new book, Breath of Bones. Buy Breath of Bones now (Affiliate link) Follow Tricia Goyer: TriciaGo…

Yuri Gorbachow (music editor for Vikings: Valhalla, Halo, The Handmaid's Tale) joins the podcast to talk about his passion for mentorship, editing mixtapes, piecing together music for film and television, representing the composer's best interests while also serving the needs of the production, the importance of teamwork, the satisfaction of creati…

Author Lyndsey Lewellen joins the podcast to discuss her love for comic books and the X-Men, her experience with rejection and perseverance, the importance of refining her pitching skills, Christian punk rock, the vulnerability of writing fiction, and her debut novel, The Chaos Grid, a Mad Max-like story set in futuristic Texas. Buy The Chaos Grid …

Brett Harris (bestselling author of Do Hard Things and co-founder of The Young Writer’s Workshop and The Author Conservatory) joins the podcast to talk about childhood adventures in the wilderness, ambition viewed through the lens of eternity, unexpected book deals, success at a young age, the importance of faithfulness in each season of life, find…

Graphic designer Collin Smith joins the podcast to discuss the time when he realized he was on the wrong creative path, discovering his true calling, transitioning from ministry to full-time graphic design, a very important night in Denny's, working with Enclave Publishing, gaming as a dad, and much more. Follow Collin Smith: collinsmithcreative.co…

Enclave marketing director and professional musician Trissina Kear talks about her passion for music, breaking into the Los Angeles music scene, playing in rock bands, her discovery of Bookstagram, and how she eventually joined Enclave Publishing. Listen to Trissina's album Heart of Worship now! Follow Trissina Kear: Trissina Kear on Instagram Foll…

Author Candace Kade joins the podcast to talk about growing up in China, the decision to leave her corporate job to write full-time, the importance of community, the process of pitching, her new book, Hybrid, and more! Buy Hybrid now! Follow Candace Kade: CandaceKade.com Candace Kade on Instagram Follow Clint Hall: Clint Hall on Instagram Clint Hal…

Artist Daniel Govar joins the podcast to discuss growing up in a military family, the importance of adapting to new environments, balancing two full-time jobs, his foray into animation, working with the SYFY Channel, why it's important to get out of the house when being creative, the power of saying no, and much more. Follow Daniel Govar: DanielGov…

Author Sophia L. Hansen joins the podcast to talk about the power of obtainable writing goals, encouraging writing advice, helping to tell her mother’s story, the oppressive power of fear, and her debut YA sci-fi novel, Water's Break. Buy Water's Break now! Follow Sophia L. Hansen SophiaLHansen.com Sophia L. Hansen on Instagram Sophia L. Hansen on …

Nicholas Eames (Gemmell Award-winning author of Kings of the Wyld and Bloody Rose) joins the podcast to talk about video games, geocaching, his close relationship with his brother, capturing the dynamics of a rock band in an epic fantasy story, writing comics, and more! Buy Nicholas's books now! Follow Nicholas Eames NicholasEames.com Nicholas Eame…

In this special mini-episode recorded live at Realm Makers 2023, Andrew Swearingen returns to talk about how he got his contract with Sunrise Publishing to be a draft author for a new story set in the epic fantasy world of Jill Williamson’s award-winning “Blood of Kings” trilogy. Follow Andrew Swearingen Andrew Swearingen on Instagram Andrew Sweari…

Author Cathy McCrumb joins the podcast to talk about why Clint is a bad critique partner, her writing process, how she got her book deal, discovering that her character was on the autism spectrum, and her upcoming book, Guardian. Pre-order Guardian now! Find Cathy at: Cathy McCrumb's website Cathy McCrumb on Instagram Cathy McCrumb on Facebook Foll…

In this special year-end bonus episode, pre-published fiction authors Taylor Pence and Philip Wilder share tips on contests for unpublished authors, what to do while you’re waiting to hear back from agents and publishers, co-writing, when to self-publish, and much more. Find Taylor Pence Author website Editorial services Instagram Facebook Newslett…

Author Bradley Caffee joins the podcast to discuss everything that can go wrong at a wedding, pastoral burnout, mental and physical health, how he got into writing, and his books The Chase Runner Series and Sides. Buy Bradley's books! Find Bradley at: Bradley Caffee website Bradley Caffee on Instagram Bradley Caffee on Facebook Follow Clint Hall: C…

Audiobook narrator Adam Verner joins the podcast to talk about how he got into the industry, his thoughts on how AI will impact audiobook narration, his creative process, his decisions for shaping each vocal performance, and much more. Sign up for Adam's newsletter here! Find Adam Verner: Website Instagram Threads Twitter Follow Clint Hall: Clint H…

Steve Laube is on the podcast! In this episode, Steve discusses collecting swords, growing up in Alaska, touring the world as a singer, 180 dunks, the importance of sharpening your craft, his role as a gatekeeper, and much more. Find Steve Laube: The Steve Laube Agency The Christian Writers Institute Enclave Publishing Follow Clint Hall: Clint Hall…

This special bonus episode features the first audiobook chapter of Steal Fire From The Gods, my debut sci-fi novel from Enclave Publishing / Oasis Family Media! The audiobook is narrated by Adam Verner, who is scheduled to appear on the podcast in December. Get the full audiobook now: Amazon Audible Spotify Steal Fire From The Gods is also availabl…

I'm the guest! Because my debut novel releases on November 7th, this episode is about my publishing journey, agent experiences, the importance of relationships, and my debut sci-fi novel, Steal Fire From The Gods. Special guest host: Tyra Burton! Steal Fire From The Gods releases on November 7th from Enclave Publishing/Oasis Family Media. Buy it no…

Happy Halloween! In this special bonus episode, filmmakers Brett Brooks and Jason M. Sheedy talk about how they started making movies together, why they love short film festivals, the process of creating their feature horror film (Patient) and their new "midnight madness" comedy horror short, The Mages of Rage and the Desecration of the House of Mi…

Composer Sherri Chung talks about making music that feels personal while also fitting the story, collaborating with showrunners and filmmakers, her path to a career in music, separating work from self-worth, how she's paying it forward, and the music she created for Gremlins: Secrets of the Mogwai (Max), Based On A True Story (Peacock), Happiness F…

Author Gillian Bronte Adams joins the podcast to talk about rewriting the ending of The Hobbit as a kid, her connection with horses, why she originally shelved her idea for The Fireborn Epic, and her newest book “Of Sea and Smoke,” which releases on Nov 21st. Buy Gillian’s new book, Of Sea and Smoke Find Gillian Bronte Adams: Gillian Bronte Adams W…

Max Brooks is on the podcast! In this episode, we talk about balancing family with a career in the arts, the importance of marketing your work correctly, modern education, the need for creative problem-solving, how the creativity community should view AI, the magic of the unexpected, and his new book, Minecraft: The Village. Buy Minecraft: The Vill…

Author L.E. Richmond joins the podcast to talk about growing up in a creative family, writing her first book at her day job, why she chose to write fantasy, how creativity is essential, and her new YA fantasy novel, The Mermaid’s Tale. Buy The Mermaid's Tale now! Find L.E. Richmond: L.E. Richmond Website (sign up for her newsletter!) L.E. Richmond …

Jamie Foley talks about her role as Creative Director at Enclave Publishing, how she started working in the publishing industry, map making, getting chased down by Steve Laube at a writers conference, and her new brand for indie publishers, Fayette Press. Guest co-host: Andrew Swearingen! Find Jamie: Fayette Press website Jamie Foley's website Jami…

Author Katherine Briggs joins to podcast to discuss how repressing your creativity can affect yourself and the people around you, dealing with rejections, why she’s torn on critique groups, navigating the moment in which she thought her book was irreparable, and the journey to her debut novel, The Eternity Gate. Also, I share a special announcement…

Author, professor, podcaster, and social media muse Tyra Burton talks about why podcasters (like me) should be doing more video, how she started writing fan fiction, the challenges of being a creative with a tender heart, social media advice, and why Dragon Con is such an amazing con! Because Tyra is a marketing expert, she makes it easy to find he…

Apprentice Tattooer Gavin Davis joins the podcast to talk about the process of becoming an apprentice, the unique bond between a tattoo artist and a client, why the community is so protective, and how the art form is evolving. Follow Gavin Davis: Gavin Davis on Instagram Victory Tattoo Co (the shop where Gavin works) on Instagram Follow Clint Hall:…

Author Rachelle Nelson joins the podcast to talk about the benefits of homeschooling and how the experience has changed, writing fan fiction in high school, her band Nelson at the Helm, the value of sharing your creative journey with other people, and her new novel, Sky of Seven Colors. Order Sky of Seven Colors now! Listen to Rachelle's band, Nels…

Hair, makeup, and wig designer J. Jared Janas joins the podcast to discuss the importance of finding community, how he got his start as a volunteer, balancing a day job while pursuing your passion, the mentors who helped him along the way, why he believes in openly sharing information about his profession, and how he went from being a mathematician…

In this short special episode, Clint walks the floor at Realm Makers to ask people what they're excited about during the event and what advice they have for other authors at the conference. Special appearances by my podcast rival and lots of people from Enclave Publishing! Follow Clint Hall: Clint Hall on Instagram Clint Hall on Threads Clint Hall …

Tangelene Bolton joins the podcast to discuss storytelling through music, the importance of protecting your passions, and her journey to becoming the composer for movies and TV series including Let's Be Tigers (Disney), Warrior Nun: Season 2 (Netflix), Awkwafina is Nora From Queens (Max), Unseen (Blumhouse), and more. Listen to Tangelene's music on…

My podcast rival (just kidding) and author JJ Johnson talks about his approach writing fiction that boys love to read, his strategies for getting the book in front of teachers and librarians, and his award-winning novels, Iggy and Oz. Check out JJ's Kickstarter for Iggy & Oz: The Great Ice Cream Truck Heist Listen to me talking about the 1986 anima…