EPISODE · Dec 8, 2025 · 1H 32M
The Desert Druid series w/JoeDan Worley
from In Other Worlds - A LitRPG, GameLit, and Fantasy Podcast · host Jessica Worgo
I sat down to talk with debut LitRPG author Joedan Worley about Wayspring Wanderer, a desert survival story where a wounded Marine becomes a druid whose greatest power is finding water. Craft, worldbuilding, grief, and a pangolin named Penny collide in a conversation about purpose, progression, and hope without shortcuts.• Oscar’s transformation, loss, and search for his brother• A druid in a dying desert where finding water means life or death• Reimagined kobolds and lore influences• Character-first writing and distinct voices• Mental health, self-talk, and pushing through• Penny the pangolin and why companions resonate• Stakes, consequence, and avoiding convenienceDon’t forget to like, subscribe, and shareFind Joedans website here and his amazon page here*As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.Support the showYou can connect with me here:WebsiteTiktokYoutubeFacebookYou can also subscribe to my newsletter on my website to get episode reminders, access to unedited episodes, a monthly list of upcoming titles and the chance at a free book from each author I interview.
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