Grimdark is a subgenre or a way to describe the tone, style or setting of speculative fiction (especially fantasy) that is, depending on the definition used, markedly dystopian or amoral, or particularly violent or realistic.
In this episode we interview Sean Rodden from Ontario, Canada, author of the fantasy novel WHISPERS OF WAR. We highlight a recent blog post by Scott Lynch announcing a delay in publication due to personal issues including anxiety, and we delve into the ...
In this episode we talk with author, designer, and Wattpad stealth assassin Holly Heisey. Holly drops by to share their publishing experience on Wattpad and how other authors can utilize the platform to hone their craft and build an audience. We also cha...
We chat with author Dave de Burgh about his debut fantasy novel BETRAYAL'S SHADOW, the direction and fluidity of the Grimdark sub-genre, cracking the door open to truly imaginative fantasy fiction, setting yourself apart from other writers, the state of...
Philip and Rob discuss the current Grimdark news items of the week, the bloody blog of the week by Mark Lawrence, where he posed the question to six fantasy authors, has Grimark reached its peak? And then we discuss Phil's new book The Unicorn-Eater. Pl...
In the episode of The Writer’s Pit were joined by Grimdark author and martial arts champ Peter Fugazzotto. Topics include utilizing martial arts training in writing, indie publishing and marketing, which fantasy characters would Peter want in his war par...
An excerpt from Five Bloody Heads, read by author Peter Fugazzotto. Download the first book the series for free at PeterFugazzotto.com. Past episodes you may also enjoy: Interview with Steve Erikson Interview with Joe Abercrombie Part 1 / Part 2 Inter...
Author Charles McGarry steps into the pit to talk about all things self publishing, the importance of a good cover, tips for utilizing Scrivener, best book marketing practices, tools for getting started, mildly uncomfortable obsessions with dragons, and ...
We're joined by author Peter Newman to discuss his new Grimdark epic fantasy novel THE VAGRANT. In our unusually civilized conversation we discuss in the bin grimdark versus out of the bin Grimdark, grey characters, the influence of other media in ficti...
We talk with author Michael R. Fletcher about his brand new Grimdark fantasy novel BEYOND REDEMPTION. Find Michael online at MichaelRFletcher.com, or on Twitter @FletcherMR! Past episodes you may also enjoy: Interview with Steve Erikson Interview with J...
Interview with author Deborah A. Wolf, discussing her new epic fantasy trilogy, and recent controversies within Grimdark. Find Deborah online at deborahawolf.com! Past episodes you may enjoy: Interview with Steve Erikson Interview with Joe Abercrombie...