Episode 18: Why Men & Boys Stopped Reading (And How LitRPG Might Fix It)

Why have fewer men and boys been reading fiction over the last century? Brian sits down with Malory — PhD researcher studying men's reading habits and author of gritty, action-packed stories like Psycho Marine and Morgan & Merlin — for a wide-ranging conversation. They discuss: • How fiction became culturally "unmasculine" and what that's done to boys • Why LitRPG and progression fantasy are pulling men back into reading • The power of verbs, adventure, and stories that actually hook boys • Raising readers in a screen-dominated world • The importance of letting kids be bored and struggle productively Raw, honest, and full of real-talk dad insights — plus plenty of tangents about fatherhood, skill-building, and what it means to raise capable sons. Guest: Malory | maloryauthor.com 🔴 Unhinged Dads Podcast – Live every Thursday at 8:00 PM Mountain Time 👉 www.unhingeddadspod.com