The Brick Cave Podcast

Welcome to The Brick Cave Podcast! In this episode, Sharon and Bruce dive into recent reads and personal writing journeys. They discuss the intriguing history of psychiatry and thoughts on a recommended book, share their enthusiasm for T. Kingfisher's Nine Goblins, and swap recommendations for future reads. The conversation shifts to their own works-in-progress, the challenges and rewards of writing sequels, and the creative possibilities of graphic novels. Whether you’re here for thoughtful book discussions or a peek behind the curtain at the writing process, this episode is packed with insight, laughter, and inspiration for readers and writers alike. About Sharon Skinner Sharon Skinner is the author of numerous books and a number of short stories, including the Tavara Tinker Series. Her most recent title, The Exile's Gift, is available now from Brick Cave Media. She is online at https://sharonskinner.com or https://bookcoachingbysharon.com About Bruce Davis Bruce Davis is the author of many books and several short pieces of fiction. He writes science fiction, fantasy and non fiction. His most recent title, Silver Magic, is currently available from Brick Cave Media. He is online at https://brucecdavis.com About Brick Cave Media® Brick Cave Media is a 21st century book publisher blending traditional publishing acumen with tried and true relationship building to create books that are professionally crafted, fun to read, and impactful to our communities. Books and stories are available online at https://brickcave.media The Brick Cave Membership Community is called the BC Book Club, and you can join at http://bcbookclub.com. Promotional Links Links to books referenced in the Podcast may provide commissions to Brick Cave Media. So if you hear about a book, and want to support the podcast, buy it via the enclosed links.

Welcome back to The Brick Cave Podcast! In this episode, "History Doesn't Repeat, But It Sure Does Rhyme, Part 2 of 3," Bruce and Sharon dive deep into how historical events echo into our present, beginning with reflections on the parallels between the fall of the Roman Empire and current events. The conversation soon shifts to recent books they've been reading, ranging from witty urban fantasy and magical realism to powerful memoirs about surviving the Holocaust. Our hosts then fulfill their agreement from a previous episode: each reads a book recommended by the other. They discuss Kate Moore's The Woman Who Would Not Be Silenced, unraveling the true story of Elizabeth Parsons, a woman wrongfully imprisoned in a mental institution by her husband in pre-Civil War America. The conversation uncovers the injustice women faced at the time, explores the nuances of Moore's writing style, and examines how the story's personal and historical impact still resonates today. Tune in as Bruce and Sharon debate historical context, literary style, and the enduring power of those who dare to speak out. About Sharon Skinner Sharon Skinner is the author of numerous books and a number of short stories, including the Tavara Tinker Series. Her most recent title, The Exile's Gift, is available now from Brick Cave Media. She is online at https://sharonskinner.com or https://bookcoachingbysharon.com About Bruce Davis Bruce Davis is the author of many books and several short pieces of fiction. He writes science fiction, fantasy and non fiction. His most recent title, Silver Magic, is currently available from Brick Cave Media. He is online at https://brucecdavis.com About Brick Cave Media® Brick Cave Media is a 21st century book publisher blending traditional publishing acumen with tried and true relationship building to create books that are professionally crafted, fun to read, and impactful to our communities. Books and stories are available online at https://brickcave.media The Brick Cave Membership Community is called the BC Book Club, and you can join at http://bcbookclub.com. Promotional Links Links to books referenced in the Podcast may provide commissions to Brick Cave Media. So if you hear about a book, and want to support the podcast, buy it via the enclosed links.

Welcome to The Brick Cave Podcast! In this episode, Sharon Skinner, author of Blood from a Rose, is joined by Bruce Davis, author of Illumina Magic, for a lively discussion from the Brick Cave studio in Mesa. Fresh from her whirlwind trip to New York, Sharon Skinner shares stories about navigating winter weather, exploring the historic New York Public Library, and attending the SCBWI conference, featuring insights from acclaimed authors and panels on book banning. The conversation shifts to upcoming literary events, with Bruce Davis preparing for a workshop on point of view and both speakers discussing their participation in the Tucson Festival of Books and the Arizona Renaissance Festival. Alongside event previews, the episode delves into their recent reading adventures—from the joys and pitfalls of detective fiction to a deep dive into Roman history and the impact of silver on the rise and fall of empires. Join Sharon Skinner and Bruce Davis as they blend personal anecdotes, bookish wisdom, and a glimpse into life as Brick Cave authors. About Sharon Skinner Sharon Skinner is the author of numerous books and a number of short stories, including the Tavara Tinker Series. Her most recent title, The Exile's Gift, is available now from Brick Cave Media. She is online at https://sharonskinner.com or https://bookcoachingbysharon.com About Bruce Davis Bruce Davis is the author of many books and several short pieces of fiction. He writes science fiction, fantasy and non fiction. His most recent title, Silver Magic, is currently available from Brick Cave Media. He is online at https://brucecdavis.com About Brick Cave Media® Brick Cave Media is a 21st century book publisher blending traditional publishing acumen with tried and true relationship building to create books that are professionally crafted, fun to read, and impactful to our communities. Books and stories are available online at https://brickcave.media The Brick Cave Membership Community is called the BC Book Club, and you can join at http://bcbookclub.com. Promotional Links Links to books referenced in the Podcast may provide commissions to Brick Cave Media. So if you hear about a book, and want to support the podcast, buy it via the enclosed links.

Bob journeys BACK from the abyss for this episode. Truth in advertising, this was mean to be a simultaneous audio/video recording, but the video croaked, so it is a vlog episode masquerading as a podcast. But wait, there's more (mentioned in this episode): The April 2026 Kindle giveaway for copies of The Strange Account of Charlie Wendigo by Matthew E Kline. Enter here before April 30, 2026:  https://brickcaveclick.com/ife0l1 It's National Poetry Month. Get the books Bob Mentions! Black Night is Falling by Scott Woods: https://brickcaveclick.com/99i8lul Body. Voice. Mind. Mouth. by Louise Robertson: https://brickcaveclick.com/6vv1kyv Corporate Boiler Plate Vinegar by Patrick Hare: https://brickcaveclick.com/6hkm8g In Case You Didn't Hear Me The First Time by Sharon Skinner: https://brickcaveclick.com/8gw8oz7 Find Brick Cave out and about: https://brickcave.media/index.php/events About Brick Cave Media® Brick Cave Media is a 21st century book publisher blending traditional publishing acumen with tried and true relationship building to create books that are professionally crafted, fun to read, and impactful to our communities. Books and stories are available online at https://brickcave.media The Brick Cave Membership Community is called the BC Book Club, and you can join at http://bcbookclub.com. Promotional Links Links to books referenced in the Podcast may provide commissions to Brick Cave Media. So if you hear about a book, and want to support the podcast, buy it via the enclosed links.

The final installment of the interview sees host Bob Nelson and Bruce Davis dive deep into the creative process, discussing everything from spiritual rehabilitation centers that inspire future novels, to the tension between technology and a return to simpler ways of living. This episode is packed with exciting updates on upcoming Brick Cave book releases, including new works from Bruce Davis, Joe Giunta, Kristi Bledsoe, Matt Klein, and Louise Robertson. You'll hear Bob Nelson and Bruce Davis reflect on the challenges (and joys) of writing short stories versus novels, the editorial hustle behind the scenes, and some candid stories about their longtime collaborations and the vibrant Brick Cave community. Plus, they're gearing up for the Tucson Science Fiction Con and inviting readers to connect with them in person. Whether you're here for writing insights, book recommendations, or a peek behind the curtain at Brick Cave, this episode is full of the camaraderie and passion that make this creative family shine. Pull up a chair and join the conversation! About Bruce Davis Bruce Davis is the author of many books and several short pieces of fiction. He writes science fiction, fantasy and non fiction. His most recent title, Silver Magic, is currently available from Brick Cave Media. He is online at https://brucecdavis.com Purchasing the Magic Law Series The complete series, including the latest release, Aluminum Magic is available wherever books are sold: Platinum Magic, book 1 Gold Magic, book 2 Silver Magic, book 3 Aluminum Magic, book 4 Publisher | Amazon | Barnes and Noble | Bookshop.org  #BrickCaveAuthors #SpeculativeFiction #BookLaunch2024 #WritingCommunity #IndiePublishing

Host Bob Nelson sits down with author Bruce Davis for the latest installment of their thought-provoking sci-fi conversation. Together, they dive into the intrigue and philosophical dilemmas at the heart of Bruce's book, "The Quality of Mercy."   Get ready for a journey through a world where replica assassins carry the memories and burdens of their originals, and the line between man and machine is pushed to its breaking point. Bruce Davis unpacks the political pandemonium sparked by a dying king, a child heir, and a battle for power that will keep you guessing. Plus, religion, conscience, and what it means to have a soul take center stage, all set against a backdrop that's as much Elizabethan drama as it is futuristic adventure.   And if that’s not enough, Bob Nelson and Bruce Davis take a detour into new storytelling territory—generational ships, forgotten colonists, and a history-rich analogy to the Hawaiian Islands. If you love stories that blend action, philosophy, and layers of history, this is an episode you won’t want to miss.   Settle in as we unravel secrets, explore the consequences of memory, and take a look at the complex worldbuilding behind Bruce’s imaginative tales. About Bruce Davis Bruce Davis is the author of many books and several short pieces of fiction. He writes science fiction, fantasy and non fiction. His most recent title, Silver Magic, is currently available from Brick Cave Media. He is online at https://brucecdavis.com Purchasing the Magic Law Series The complete series, including the latest release, Aluminum Magic is available wherever books are sold: Platinum Magic, book 1 Gold Magic, book 2 Silver Magic, book 3 Aluminum Magic, book 4 Publisher | Amazon | Barnes and Noble | Bookshop.org      #AIandIdentity #PoliticalIntrigue #SciFiEthics  #GenerationalShips #HistoricalAnalogies

This portion of the interview takes a decided turn away from Aluminum Magic. Host Bob Nelson sits down with author Bruce Davis to dive into the world of independent publishing and the realities of book formatting, distribution, and live events. The conversation kicks off with Bruce Davis shedding light on the challenges of digital book formatting and why ordering direct from the publisher—or catching him at events—is still the best way to snag a signed copy of his work. Throughout the episode, Bob Nelson and Bruce Davis share candid stories from the road: from the hustle of festival appearances and the value of dedicated readers, to behind-the-scenes glimpses at promoting local literature and community events like the Mesa Book Festival. They also tease upcoming appearances, Halloween-themed library fundraisers, and connect listeners to the vibrant Arizona literary scene. But it’s not all about logistics—fans of Bruce Davis’s fiction will love the discussion about his writing process, inspiration behind his series, and an enticing sneak peek into his latest sci-fi concepts—think androids, personality downloads, and specialty clones with self-destruct missions. Tune in for an engaging mix of practical advice for indie authors, festival tales, and a sneak preview of mind-bending stories still to come! About Bruce Davis Bruce Davis is the author of many books and several short pieces of fiction. He writes science fiction, fantasy and non fiction. His most recent title, Silver Magic, is currently available from Brick Cave Media. He is online at https://brucecdavis.com Purchasing the Magic Law Series The complete series, including the latest release, Aluminum Magic is available wherever books are sold: Platinum Magic, book 1 Gold Magic, book 2 Silver Magic, book 3 Aluminum Magic, book 4 Publisher | Amazon | Barnes and Noble | Bookshop.org      #SupportLocalAuthors #BookFestivalLife #IndiePublishing #MeetTheAuthor #SpeculativeFiction  

Bruce Davis, interviewed by Bob Nelson, dive into the world of fantasy mysteries with a special focus on the new book "Aluminum Magic." The conversation kicks off with discussing the evolving layers of conspiracy and the depth of plot twists in the series, especially as they relate to royal intrigue and assassination attempts. Shifting gears, Bruce explores the fusion of fantasy with classic police procedurals, drawing parallels to influences like The Wire and Michael Connelly's Bosch novels. They discuss how these mysteries unravel through clues, sources, and evolving leads, all within a richly imagined fantasy universe—where magic is treated almost like alternate physics. They also chat about the book's characters, sharing insights into fan favorites like Sylvie and Hal, and discuss reader feedback that’s helped shape the latest installment of "Magic Law." On the business side, they unpack the world of book distribution, highlighting the challenges and strategies involved with selling paperback, hardbound, and ebook formats across various "walled garden" platforms like Amazon, Kobo, Apple, and Google. Whether you're a fan of intricate mysteries, hard magic systems, or the nuts and bolts of indie publishing, this episode offers a behind-the-scenes look at the storytelling and business choices that bring the "Magic Law" series to life. About Bruce Davis Bruce Davis is the author of many books and several short pieces of fiction. He writes science fiction, fantasy and non fiction. His most recent title, Silver Magic, is currently available from Brick Cave Media. He is online at https://brucecdavis.com Purchasing the Magic Law Series The complete series, including the latest release, Aluminum Magic is available wherever books are sold: Platinum Magic, book 1 Gold Magic, book 2 Silver Magic, book 3 Aluminum Magic, book 4 Publisher | Amazon | Barnes and Noble | Bookshop.org    #FantasyMystery #HardMagicSystem #IndieAuthors #BookRecommendations #StrongFemaleLeads

Welcome back to The Brick Cave Podcast! In this lively episode, Marcus Campbell, Patrick Hare and Bob Nelson bring their signature blend of humor, honest conversation, and literary insight. The episode kicks off with Marcus Campbell sharing details about the upcoming Tucson Festival of Books and introducing the works of poet Louise Robertson. From there, the hosts dive into a lighthearted discussion about reading styles, baby books, and the sometimes-problematic nature of classic literature. Things take a comedic turn as Patrick Hare delivers a hilarious piece on the joys (and agonies) of paperwork—drawing comparisons between movie heroes and the mundane realities of modern life. The crew then muses about the high cost of bullets and the culture around gun ranges, blending social commentary with sharp wit. Later, Marcus Campbell shares an evocative poem, “Illuminati Waffle,” leading into fond memories of late-night diners, poetry scenes, and the creative vibe of chain-smoking poets holding down a table over endless cups of coffee. The episode wraps with a nod to the Brick Cave Book Club, inviting listeners to join the community for exclusive content and more literary adventures. Don’t miss this episode packed with poetry, nostalgia, and the camaraderie you’ve come to love from The Brick Cave crew! About Author Patrick Hare A performance poet for more than twenty years, Patrick Hare has always redefined the ability of poetry to be a weapon of humor, using a sardonic scalpel in his language and theme choices to un-apologetically reveal the areas of our lives we’d all rather not see. Patrick has performed nationally, including several National Poetry Slams. Learn more at https://brickcaveclick.com/f6lvdvq   About Author Marcus S Campbell Marcus Sterling Campbell is a poet and film enthusiast from Phoenix, Arizona. Graduating from Mesa Community College, he received a high distinction in Creative Writing, along with degrees in Journalism and General Studies. He is a Vortex Award winner and has placed in several writing contests within the Mesa community. Marcus sweats when he writes and while growing his Magic collection. His work can be found scattered across the web or @marcus_s_campbell on social media. Learn more at: https://brickcaveclick.com/5k0tgvb About Brick Cave Media® The Brick Cave Podcast is ©2024 Brick Cave Media LLC., all rights reserved. for more information on Brick Cave Media, visit the organization's website at https://brickcave.media. The Brick Cave Membership Community is called the BC Book Club, and you can join at http://bcbookclub.com. Promotional Links Links to books referenced in the Podcast may provide commissions to Brick Cave Media. So if you hear about a book, and want to support the podcast, buy it via the enclosed links.

In this segment, hosts Bruce Davis dives deep into book four of his Magic Law fantasy series. Interviewed by Bob nelson, they discuss the intricate world-building behind the magic system, which is uniquely tied to four elemental schools—earth, air, fire, and water—each powered by its own mystical metal: platinum, gold, silver, and aluminum. Bruce shares insights on the origins of the series and teases the decision to let the story rest after this installment, hinting at what's next for both the characters and the creative process. Get ready for a peek behind the curtain into magical metals, creative mindsets, and the thoughtful planning that goes into wrapping up a much-loved saga. About Bruce Davis Bruce Davis is the author of many books and several short pieces of fiction. He writes science fiction, fantasy and non fiction. His most recent title, Silver Magic, is currently available from Brick Cave Media. He is online at https://brucecdavis.com Purchasing the Magic Law Series The complete series, including the latest release, Aluminum Magic is available wherever books are sold: Platinum Magic, book 1 Gold Magic, book 2 Silver Magic, book 3 Aluminum Magic, book 4 Publisher | Amazon | Barnes and Noble | Bookshop.org    #FantasyWorldBuilding #MagicSystems #FantasyBookSeries #ElementalMagic #CreativeWritingPodcast

Welcome to this special edition of the Brick Cave Podcast! In this episode, titled "Exploring Aluminum Magic: A Deep Dive Into Worldbuilding with Author Bruce Davis," host Bob Nelson interviews author Bruce Davis and they dive deep into the magical world of Bruce’s four-book fantasy series. The conversation kicks off with insights into how the latest book, centered around the element of aluminum, fits within the larger series—which features a unique magic system where four classical elements are each paired with a powerful metal: earth with platinum, fire with gold, water with silver, and air with aluminum. Bruce Davis explores the evolving political dynamics of the world-building, drawing striking parallels with 19th-century real-world history. The episode covers the interconnected storylines, the rich lore of the Commonwealth of Centralia and its neighboring lands, the fascinating contrasts between progressive and conservative elves, and the ever-present tension brought about by orc and dwarf societies. Whether you're already a fan of the series or just jumping in, this episode sets the stage for a fantastical journey—combining magical innovation, industrial intrigue, and deep social commentary. So, settle in as we unearth the secrets, politics, and enchantments behind aluminum magic! About Bruce Davis Bruce Davis is the author of many books and several short pieces of fiction. He writes science fiction, fantasy and non fiction. His most recent title, Silver Magic, is currently available from Brick Cave Media. He is online at https://brucecdavis.com Purchasing the Magic Law Series The complete series, including the latest release, Aluminum Magic is available wherever books are sold: Platinum Magic, book 1 Gold Magic, book 2 Silver Magic, book 3 Aluminum Magic, book 4 Publisher | Amazon | Barnes and Noble | Bookshop.org  #MagicInMetal #FantasyWorldBuilding #AluminumMysteries #IndustrialMagic #EpicFantasySeries

Welcome to this episode of The Brick Cave Podcast, where hosts Marcus Campbell and Patrick Hare dive into the world of books, anime, and the joys (and challenges) of learning languages through pop culture. With a lively rapport, they share personal stories about watching the One Piece series in Japanese, reminisce about their college language classes, and discuss the often hilarious nuances of anime filler episodes. The conversation shifts from anime to epic books, as Marcus Campbell reveals his excitement about tackling Stephen King's monumental novel "The Stand"—reminding us all that word counts can be daunting, but sometimes worth the adventure. Patrick Hare offers insights on the evolution of King's work and talks about the infamous practice of publishers re-releasing longer editions. Listeners also get a sneak peek into upcoming Brick Cave events, like the Tucson Festival of Books, as Patrick Hare gears up to represent Brick Cave Media with an expanded booth and promises of author signings, freebie giveaways, and meeting fellow readers. The hosts wrap up with humorous anecdotes about giving poems to strangers in airports, touching on nostalgia and the unexpected treasures we collect along the way. So settle in as The Brick Cave Podcast mixes literature, fandom, and community in this exclusive episode—where the only books you need are theirs! About Author Patrick Hare A performance poet for more than twenty years, Patrick Hare has always redefined the ability of poetry to be a weapon of humor, using a sardonic scalpel in his language and theme choices to un-apologetically reveal the areas of our lives we’d all rather not see. Patrick has performed nationally, including several National Poetry Slams. Learn more at https://brickcaveclick.com/f6lvdvq   About Author Marcus S Campbell Marcus Sterling Campbell is a poet and film enthusiast from Phoenix, Arizona. Graduating from Mesa Community College, he received a high distinction in Creative Writing, along with degrees in Journalism and General Studies. He is a Vortex Award winner and has placed in several writing contests within the Mesa community. Marcus sweats when he writes and while growing his Magic collection. His work can be found scattered across the web or @marcus_s_campbell on social media. Learn more at: https://brickcaveclick.com/5k0tgvb About Brick Cave Media® The Brick Cave Podcast is ©2024 Brick Cave Media LLC., all rights reserved. for more information on Brick Cave Media, visit the organization's website at https://brickcave.media. The Brick Cave Membership Community is called the BC Book Club, and you can join at http://bcbookclub.com. Promotional Links Links to books referenced in the Podcast may provide commissions to Brick Cave Media. So if you hear about a book, and want to support the podcast, buy it via the enclosed links.

Marcus and Patrick start this segment talking about using attention to plot hole to fix the plot hole in your writing. The also talked about how the kid adventure genre and authors such as Sid Fleischman have vanished. Marcus then sells us on the structure and value of manga. They then dive into the new Brick Cave Books such as Black Night Is Falling by Scott Woods. They guys then talk about their upcoming works.  Mentioned in this segment: Black Night Is Falling by Scott Woods: https://brickcaveclick.com/s5o07n5 Profit and Loss by Bruce Davis: https://brickcaveclick.com/pxsdufg About Author Patrick Hare A performance poet for more than twenty years, Patrick Hare has always redefined the ability of poetry to be a weapon of humor, using a sardonic scalpel in his language and theme choices to un-apologetically reveal the areas of our lives we’d all rather not see. Patrick has performed nationally, including several National Poetry Slams. Learn more at https://brickcaveclick.com/f6lvdvq About Author Marcus S Campbell Marcus Sterling Campbell is a poet and film enthusiast from Phoenix, Arizona. Graduating from Mesa Community College, he received a high distinction in Creative Writing, along with degrees in Journalism and General Studies. He is a Vortex Award winner and has placed in several writing contests within the Mesa community. Marcus sweats when he writes and while growing his Magic collection. His work can be found scattered across the web or @marcus_s_campbell on social media. Learn more at: http://www.marcusscampbell.com/about.html About Brick Cave Media® Brick Cave Media is a 21st century book publisher blending traditional publishing acumen with tried and true relationship building to create books that are professionally crafted, fun to read, and impactful to our communities. Books and stories are available online at https://brickcave.media The Brick Cave Membership Community is called the BC Book Club, and you can join at http://bcbookclub.com. Promotional Links Links to books referenced in the Podcast may provide commissions to Brick Cave Media. So if you hear about a book, and want to support the podcast, buy it via the enclosed links.

Patrick talks about his sci-fi focus in his writing, with mild tagging (kinda) on Dune. Marcus protects Generation Z's discovery of Dune via the Villeneuve movies. Patrick then drops a second poem, while talking about the competing wild fires. Marcus drops a poetic teaser and attacks there "Novelists" for guard railing content length. Mentioned in this episode: Gentleman Junkie and Other Stories of the Hung-Up by Harlan Ellison About Author Patrick Hare A performance poet for more than twenty years, Patrick Hare has always redefined the ability of poetry to be a weapon of humor, using a sardonic scalpel in his language and theme choices to un-apologetically reveal the areas of our lives we’d all rather not see. Patrick has performed nationally, including several National Poetry Slams. Learn more at https://brickcaveclick.com/f6lvdvq About Author Marcus S Campbell Marcus Sterling Campbell is a poet and film enthusiast from Phoenix, Arizona. Graduating from Mesa Community College, he received a high distinction in Creative Writing, along with degrees in Journalism and General Studies. He is a Vortex Award winner and has placed in several writing contests within the Mesa community. Marcus sweats when he writes and while growing his Magic collection. His work can be found scattered across the web or @marcus_s_campbell on social media. Learn more at: http://www.marcusscampbell.com/about.html About Brick Cave Media® Brick Cave Media is a 21st century book publisher blending traditional publishing acumen with tried and true relationship building to create books that are professionally crafted, fun to read, and impactful to our communities. Books and stories are available online at https://brickcave.media The Brick Cave Membership Community is called the BC Book Club, and you can join at http://bcbookclub.com. Promotional Links Links to books referenced in the Podcast may provide commissions to Brick Cave Media. So if you hear about a book, and want to support the podcast, buy it via the enclosed links.

The Episode begins with the guys admitting that life was in a pretty tough place. They can't seem to get enough talk on AI in regards to resumes. Patrick breaks into poem. They then dive deeply into Ticketmaster's policy about escalating calls. About Author Patrick Hare A performance poet for more than twenty years, Patrick Hare has always redefined the ability of poetry to be a weapon of humor, using a sardonic scalpel in his language and theme choices to un-apologetically reveal the areas of our lives we’d all rather not see. Patrick has performed nationally, including several National Poetry Slams. Learn more at https://brickcaveclick.com/f6lvdvq About Author Marcus S Campbell Marcus Sterling Campbell is a poet and film enthusiast from Phoenix, Arizona. Graduating from Mesa Community College, he received a high distinction in Creative Writing, along with degrees in Journalism and General Studies. He is a Vortex Award winner and has placed in several writing contests within the Mesa community. Marcus sweats when he writes and while growing his Magic collection. His work can be found scattered across the web or @marcus_s_campbell on social media. Learn more at: http://www.marcusscampbell.com/about.html About Brick Cave Media® Brick Cave Media is a 21st century book publisher blending traditional publishing acumen with tried and true relationship building to create books that are professionally crafted, fun to read, and impactful to our communities. Books and stories are available online at https://brickcave.media The Brick Cave Membership Community is called the BC Book Club, and you can join at http://bcbookclub.com. Promotional Links Links to books referenced in the Podcast may provide commissions to Brick Cave Media. So if you hear about a book, and want to support the podcast, buy it via the enclosed links.

Segment 3 of this episode starts with Bruce and Sharon talking about character, and how effective character writing can help make stories strong. Schedule recaps and an examination of theories of extraterrestrial life dominate the discussion in this part of the episode. About Sharon Skinner Sharon Skinner is the author of numerous books and a number of short stories, including the Tavara Tinker Series. Her most recent title, The Exile's Gift, is available now from Brick Cave Media. She is online at https://sharonskinner.com or https://bookcoachingbysharon.com About Bruce Davis Bruce Davis is the author of many books and several short pieces of fiction. He writes science fiction, fantasy and non fiction. His most recent title, Silver Magic, is currently available from Brick Cave Media. He is online at https://brucecdavis.com About Brick Cave Media® Brick Cave Media is a 21st century book publisher blending traditional publishing acumen with tried and true relationship building to create books that are professionally crafted, fun to read, and impactful to our communities. Books and stories are available online at https://brickcave.media The Brick Cave Membership Community is called the BC Book Club, and you can join at http://bcbookclub.com. Promotional Links Links to books referenced in the Podcast may provide commissions to Brick Cave Media. So if you hear about a book, and want to support the podcast, buy it via the enclosed links.

This segment of the episode kicks off with Sharon's recently read list. Bruce dives into and tries to read the Three Body Problem and talks about his struggles with the read. Mentioned in this Episode:  Fuzz: When Nature Breaks the Law Mary Roach Gulp: Adventures of the Alimentary Canal by Mary Roach The Body: A Guide for Occupants by Bill Bryson On Earth We're Briefly Gorgeous by Ocean Vuong Tristan Strong Punches a Hole in the Sky by Kwame Mbalia The Demon of Unrest by Erik Larson American Nations by Colin Woodard The Three Body Problem by Cixin Liu About Sharon Skinner Sharon Skinner is the author of numerous books and a number of short stories, including the Tavara Tinker Series. Her most recent title, The Exile's Gift, is available now from Brick Cave Media. She is online at https://sharonskinner.com or https://bookcoachingbysharon.com About Bruce Davis Bruce Davis is the author of many books and several short pieces of fiction. He writes science fiction, fantasy and non fiction. His most recent title, Silver Magic, is currently available from Brick Cave Media. He is online at https://brucecdavis.com About Brick Cave Media® Brick Cave Media is a 21st century book publisher blending traditional publishing acumen with tried and true relationship building to create books that are professionally crafted, fun to read, and impactful to our communities. Books and stories are available online at https://brickcave.media The Brick Cave Membership Community is called the BC Book Club, and you can join at http://bcbookclub.com. Promotional Links Links to books referenced in the Podcast may provide commissions to Brick Cave Media. So if you hear about a book, and want to support the podcast, buy it via the enclosed links.

This July 2024 episode starts with Bruce and Sharon examining Bruce's writing streak, including Profit and Loss, Profit Motives and Aluminum Magic. Both Bruce and Sharon deep dive of their writing updates.  Mentioned in this Episode: Profit and Loss by Bruce Davis: https://brickcaveclick.com/36oov1d Profit Motives by Bruce Davis: https://brickcaveclick.com/pzxiqgn Aluminum Magic by Bruce Davis: https://brickcaveclick.com/pxsdufg Among Thieves by M.J. Kuhne About Sharon Skinner Sharon Skinner is the author of numerous books and a number of short stories, including the Tavara Tinker Series. Her most recent title, The Exile's Gift, is available now from Brick Cave Media. She is online at https://sharonskinner.com or https://bookcoachingbysharon.com About Bruce Davis Bruce Davis is the author of many books and several short pieces of fiction. He writes science fiction, fantasy and non fiction. His most recent title, Silver Magic, is currently available from Brick Cave Media. He is online at https://brucecdavis.com About Brick Cave Media® Brick Cave Media is a 21st century book publisher blending traditional publishing acumen with tried and true relationship building to create books that are professionally crafted, fun to read, and impactful to our communities. Books and stories are available online at https://brickcave.media The Brick Cave Membership Community is called the BC Book Club, and you can join at http://bcbookclub.com. Promotional Links Links to books referenced in the Podcast may provide commissions to Brick Cave Media. So if you hear about a book, and want to support the podcast, buy it via the enclosed links.

This episode from June of 2024, is the audio only version of Bob's weekly video VLOG. Bob talks about the annual Membership drive from Brick Cave Media. Mentioned in the episode is Profit and Loss from Bruce Davis, now available: https://brickcaveclick.com/36oov1d Bob then talks about the annual Sci-Fi Saturday and Bookmaze's new 8 store cats. https://www.bookmaze.com/home.html About Brick Cave Media® Brick Cave Media is a 21st century book publisher blending traditional publishing acumen with tried and true relationship building to create books that are professionally crafted, fun to read, and impactful to our communities. Books and stories are available online at https://brickcave.media The Brick Cave Membership Community is called the BC Book Club, and you can join at http://bcbookclub.com. Promotional Links Links to books referenced in the Podcast may provide commissions to Brick Cave Media. So if you hear about a book, and want to support the podcast, buy it via the enclosed links.

Bruce and Sharon roll onward with their recent reads. They then dive into writing updates. This is where Bruce brings updates on Aluminum Magic. Sharon updates on Dating and Demons. They dive into some viewing, mentioning Fallout and the Three Body Problem. Mentioned in this Episode:  The Eyes and the Impossible by Dave Eggers The Lives of Puppets by TJ Klune About Sharon Skinner Sharon Skinner is the author of numerous books and a number of short stories, including the Tavara Tinker Series. Her most recent title, The Exile's Gift, is available now from Brick Cave Media. She is online at https://sharonskinner.com or https://bookcoachingbysharon.com About Bruce Davis Bruce Davis is the author of many books and several short pieces of fiction. He writes science fiction, fantasy and non fiction. His most recent title, Silver Magic, is currently available from Brick Cave Media. He is online at https://brucecdavis.com About Brick Cave Media® Brick Cave Media is a 21st century book publisher blending traditional publishing acumen with tried and true relationship building to create books that are professionally crafted, fun to read, and impactful to our communities. Books and stories are available online at https://brickcave.media The Brick Cave Membership Community is called the BC Book Club, and you can join at http://bcbookclub.com. Promotional Links Links to books referenced in the Podcast may provide commissions to Brick Cave Media. So if you hear about a book, and want to support the podcast, buy it via the enclosed links.

Bruce and Sharon convene in this April 2024 episode, and do what all Arizonan's do, talk about the heat. They then talk about the Mesa Book Festival and its future. They then cover the schedule (2024 edition).  Mentioned in this Episode: Mesa Book Festival: http://mesabookfestival.com Jeff Shaara- The Old Lion P.T. Deutermann- Iso, 26 Charlie Will Thomas- Some Danger Involved The Scapegracers- H.A. Clark A Taste of Gold and Iron- Alexander Roland The Year of the Witching- Alexis Henderson About Sharon Skinner Sharon Skinner is the author of numerous books and a number of short stories, including the Tavara Tinker Series. Her most recent title, The Exile's Gift, is available now from Brick Cave Media. She is online at https://sharonskinner.com or https://bookcoachingbysharon.com About Bruce Davis Bruce Davis is the author of many books and several short pieces of fiction. He writes science fiction, fantasy and non fiction. His most recent title, Silver Magic, is currently available from Brick Cave Media. He is online at https://brucecdavis.com About Brick Cave Media® Brick Cave Media is a 21st century book publisher blending traditional publishing acumen with tried and true relationship building to create books that are professionally crafted, fun to read, and impactful to our communities. Books and stories are available online at https://brickcave.media The Brick Cave Membership Community is called the BC Book Club, and you can join at http://bcbookclub.com. Promotional Links Links to books referenced in the Podcast may provide commissions to Brick Cave Media. So if you hear about a book, and want to support the podcast, buy it via the enclosed links.

Patrick kicks off the second part of this episode with a poem and a recap of poetry events that have now all long past. They then dive into Swifties and the repetitive nature pop songs in public spaces. Marcus then shares his love of Conan (the Barbarian, not O'Brien), old school. Patrick then dives into his MAD magazine collection efforts. About Author Patrick Hare A performance poet for more than twenty years, Patrick Hare has always redefined the ability of poetry to be a weapon of humor, using a sardonic scalpel in his language and theme choices to un-apologetically reveal the areas of our lives we’d all rather not see. Patrick has performed nationally, including several National Poetry Slams. Learn more at https://brickcaveclick.com/f6lvdvq About Author Marcus S Campbell Marcus Sterling Campbell is a poet and film enthusiast from Phoenix, Arizona. Graduating from Mesa Community College, he received a high distinction in Creative Writing, along with degrees in Journalism and General Studies. He is a Vortex Award winner and has placed in several writing contests within the Mesa community. Marcus sweats when he writes and while growing his Magic collection. His work can be found scattered across the web or @marcus_s_campbell on social media. Learn more at: http://www.marcusscampbell.com/about.html About Brick Cave Media® Brick Cave Media is a 21st century book publisher blending traditional publishing acumen with tried and true relationship building to create books that are professionally crafted, fun to read, and impactful to our communities. Books and stories are available online at https://brickcave.media The Brick Cave Membership Community is called the BC Book Club, and you can join at http://bcbookclub.com. Promotional Links Links to books referenced in the Podcast may provide commissions to Brick Cave Media. So if you hear about a book, and want to support the podcast, buy it via the enclosed links.

Pesky electronic interference popped its ugly head in the April 2024 episode from Marcus and Patrick. While experiencing an active shooter situation, Marcus and Patrick talk about the difference between writing to read your poetry versus writing for your work to be read. They then launch into AI and the horrors of AI in the writing space. About Author Patrick Hare A performance poet for more than twenty years, Patrick Hare has always redefined the ability of poetry to be a weapon of humor, using a sardonic scalpel in his language and theme choices to un-apologetically reveal the areas of our lives we’d all rather not see. Patrick has performed nationally, including several National Poetry Slams. Learn more at https://brickcaveclick.com/f6lvdvq About Author Marcus S Campbell Marcus Sterling Campbell is a poet and film enthusiast from Phoenix, Arizona. Graduating from Mesa Community College, he received a high distinction in Creative Writing, along with degrees in Journalism and General Studies. He is a Vortex Award winner and has placed in several writing contests within the Mesa community. Marcus sweats when he writes and while growing his Magic collection. His work can be found scattered across the web or @marcus_s_campbell on social media. Learn more at: http://www.marcusscampbell.com/about.html About Brick Cave Media® Brick Cave Media is a 21st century book publisher blending traditional publishing acumen with tried and true relationship building to create books that are professionally crafted, fun to read, and impactful to our communities. Books and stories are available online at https://brickcave.media The Brick Cave Membership Community is called the BC Book Club, and you can join at http://bcbookclub.com. Promotional Links Links to books referenced in the Podcast may provide commissions to Brick Cave Media. So if you hear about a book, and want to support the podcast, buy it via the enclosed links.

In part two of this old episode from January of 2024. Bob is correct (even now), there is a lot of audio to be worked through. Bob continues to talk about the idea of submitting manuscripts and the things that authors should keep in mind as they approach submitting their manuscript to publishers. Three questions every writer should be asking themselves at the point they feel they are ready to submit. Brick Cave's Submission Process is available to review online at: https://brickcave.media/index.php/manuscript-submissions

In part one of this "tenured" episode from January of 2024. Bob is correct (even now), there is a lot of audio to be worked through. Bob talks about the idea of submitting manuscripts and the things that authors should keep in mind as they approach submitting their manuscript to publishers. Three questions every writer should be asking themselves at the point they feel they are ready to submit. Brick Cave's submission process is available to review online at: https://brickcave.media/index.php/manuscript-submissions  

Bruce kicks this segment off with a description of one of his latest stories. Bruce talks about writing science fiction against a Civil War background. They talk about working to stay focused on the current writing projects when new writing projects start pinging trying to intrude. They talk about being at TusCon Science Fiction Convention. They dive into world building and to do it right.  About Sharon Skinner Sharon Skinner is the author of numerous books and a number of short stories, including the Tavara Tinker Series. Her most recent title, The Exile's Gift, is available now from Brick Cave Media. She is online at https://sharonskinner.com or https://bookcoachingbysharon.com About Bruce Davis Bruce Davis is the author of many books and several short pieces of fiction. He writes science fiction, fantasy and non fiction. His most recent title, Silver Magic, is currently available from Brick Cave Media. He is online at https://brucecdavis.com About Brick Cave Media® Brick Cave Media is a 21st century book publisher blending traditional publishing acumen with tried and true relationship building to create books that are professionally crafted, fun to read, and impactful to our communities. Books and stories are available online at https://brickcave.media The Brick Cave Membership Community is called the BC Book Club, and you can join at http://bcbookclub.com. Promotional Links Links to books referenced in the Podcast may provide commissions to Brick Cave Media. So if you hear about a book, and want to support the podcast, buy it via the enclosed links.

Bruce continues the conversation around Perfidia. He also finished Big Ship at the Edge of the Universe (Alex White), Dial A for Aunties (Jesse Q Sutanto), Legends and Lattes (Travis Baldee) and Red Unicorn: A Supernatural Thriller (Weston Ochse). Sharon talked about a mini writing retreat she recently was on as well as some of the short story work she is doing. Bruce talked about grinding on the latest Profit Logbook (Profit Motives).  About Sharon Skinner Sharon Skinner is the author of numerous books and a number of short stories, including the Tavara Tinker Series. Her most recent title, The Exile's Gift, is available now from Brick Cave Media. She is online at https://sharonskinner.com or https://bookcoachingbysharon.com About Bruce Davis Bruce Davis is the author of many books and several short pieces of fiction. He writes science fiction, fantasy and non fiction. His most recent title, Silver Magic, is currently available from Brick Cave Media. He is online at https://brucecdavis.com About Brick Cave Media® Brick Cave Media is a 21st century book publisher blending traditional publishing acumen with tried and true relationship building to create books that are professionally crafted, fun to read, and impactful to our communities. Books and stories are available online at https://brickcave.media The Brick Cave Membership Community is called the BC Book Club, and you can join at http://bcbookclub.com. Promotional Links Links to books referenced in the Podcast may provide commissions to Brick Cave Media. So if you hear about a book, and want to support the podcast, buy it via the enclosed links.

Sharon and Bruce kickThis episode kicks off with another plea for reviews and suggestions to help your favorite authors get traction. Bob intervenes with a mention of new reviews at Frigid Reads: https://www.patreon.com/c/frigidreads/posts Sharon talks about reading Titanium Noir (Nick Harkway), Remarkably Bright Creatures (Shelby Van Pelt) and Murderbot (Martha Wells) and Yellowface (R.F. Kuang). Bruce mentions Perfidia (James Ellroy)  About Sharon Skinner Sharon Skinner is the author of numerous books and a number of short stories, including the Tavara Tinker Series. Her most recent title, The Exile's Gift, is available now from Brick Cave Media. She is online at https://sharonskinner.com or https://bookcoachingbysharon.com About Bruce Davis Bruce Davis is the author of many books and several short pieces of fiction. He writes science fiction, fantasy and non fiction. His most recent title, Silver Magic, is currently available from Brick Cave Media. He is online at https://brucecdavis.com About Brick Cave Media® Brick Cave Media is a 21st century book publisher blending traditional publishing acumen with tried and true relationship building to create books that are professionally crafted, fun to read, and impactful to our communities. Books and stories are available online at https://brickcave.media The Brick Cave Membership Community is called the BC Book Club, and you can join at http://bcbookclub.com. Promotional Links Links to books referenced in the Podcast may provide commissions to Brick Cave Media. So if you hear about a book, and want to support the podcast, buy it via the enclosed links.

Patrick kicks off with a poem about being on a panel at an event. The discussion moves on to space, and the new space suit designs from Prada. Marcus punches out a poem and talks about the people on the plane behind him thinking Arizona looked like an alien landscape. Patrick talks about his son's upcoming schedule of marching band. Marcus spills that the marimba is the key to all instruments. About Author Patrick Hare A performance poet for more than twenty years, Patrick Hare has always redefined the ability of poetry to be a weapon of humor, using a sardonic scalpel in his language and theme choices to un-apologetically reveal the areas of our lives we’d all rather not see. Patrick has performed nationally, including several National Poetry Slams. Learn more at https://brickcaveclick.com/f6lvdvq About Author Marcus S Campbell Marcus Sterling Campbell is a poet and film enthusiast from Phoenix, Arizona. Graduating from Mesa Community College, he received a high distinction in Creative Writing, along with degrees in Journalism and General Studies. He is a Vortex Award winner and has placed in several writing contests within the Mesa community. Marcus sweats when he writes and while growing his Magic collection. His work can be found scattered across the web or @marcus_s_campbell on social media. Learn more at: http://www.marcusscampbell.com/about.html About Brick Cave Media® Brick Cave Media is a 21st century book publisher blending traditional publishing acumen with tried and true relationship building to create books that are professionally crafted, fun to read, and impactful to our communities. Books and stories are available online at https://brickcave.media The Brick Cave Membership Community is called the BC Book Club, and you can join at http://bcbookclub.com. Promotional Links Links to books referenced in the Podcast may provide commissions to Brick Cave Media. So if you hear about a book, and want to support the podcast, buy it via the enclosed links.

Marcus and Patrick return for the October 2023 episode of the podcast. Patrick kicks off with his rogue internet days and getting rich... until he didn't. They check in on Disneyland, and the schemes that the House of Mouse uses to manage ride waiting time. Marcus talks about grappling in San Diego and Jujutsu. Markus then demands a soundboard to inject sound effects into the podcast. About Author Patrick Hare A performance poet for more than twenty years, Patrick Hare has always redefined the ability of poetry to be a weapon of humor, using a sardonic scalpel in his language and theme choices to un-apologetically reveal the areas of our lives we’d all rather not see. Patrick has performed nationally, including several National Poetry Slams. Learn more at https://brickcaveclick.com/f6lvdvq About Author Marcus S Campbell Marcus Sterling Campbell is a poet and film enthusiast from Phoenix, Arizona. Graduating from Mesa Community College, he received a high distinction in Creative Writing, along with degrees in Journalism and General Studies. He is a Vortex Award winner and has placed in several writing contests within the Mesa community. Marcus sweats when he writes and while growing his Magic collection. His work can be found scattered across the web or @marcus_s_campbell on social media. Learn more at: http://www.marcusscampbell.com/about.html About Brick Cave Media® Brick Cave Media is a 21st century book publisher blending traditional publishing acumen with tried and true relationship building to create books that are professionally crafted, fun to read, and impactful to our communities. Books and stories are available online at https://brickcave.media The Brick Cave Membership Community is called the BC Book Club, and you can join at http://bcbookclub.com.   Promotional Links Links to books referenced in the Podcast may provide commissions to Brick Cave Media. So if you hear about a book, and want to support the podcast, buy it via the enclosed links.

Bob again takes over the podcast and talks about the stuff that got in the way of recording episodes. But for the moment, you got Bob. About Brick Cave Media® Brick Cave Media is a 21st century book publisher blending traditional publishing acumen with tried and true relationship building to create books that are professionally crafted, fun to read, and impactful to our communities. Books and stories are available online at https://brickcave.media The Brick Cave Membership Community is called the BC Book Club, and you can join at http://bcbookclub.com.

Bob cheats and records a vlog episode and a podcast episode in one recording. Too bad all the information is two year's old at the time he bothers to release it. *sad face* About Brick Cave Media® Brick Cave Media is a 21st century book publisher blending traditional publishing acumen with tried and true relationship building to create books that are professionally crafted, fun to read, and impactful to our communities. Books and stories are available online at https://brickcave.media The Brick Cave Membership Community is called the BC Book Club, and you can join at http://bcbookclub.com.

The censorship discussion carries forward. Sharon also mentions Freewater (Amina Luqman-Dawson).  Bruce discusses Shiloh (James Reasoner). Bruce then shares his current novel progress (Profit Motives). The discussion shifts to video content where Bruce shares about the writing of the 1923 series on Amazon Prime. About Sharon Skinner Sharon Skinner is the author of numerous books and a number of short stories, including the Tavara Tinker Series. Her most recent title, The Exile's Gift, is available now from Brick Cave Media. She is online at https://sharonskinner.com or https://bookcoachingbysharon.com About Bruce Davis Bruce Davis is the author of many books and several short pieces of fiction. He writes science fiction, fantasy and non fiction. His most recent title, Silver Magic, is currently available from Brick Cave Media. He is online at https://brucecdavis.com About Brick Cave Media® Brick Cave Media is a 21st century book publisher blending traditional publishing acumen with tried and true relationship building to create books that are professionally crafted, fun to read, and impactful to our communities. Books and stories are available online at https://brickcave.media The Brick Cave Membership Community is called the BC Book Club, and you can join at http://bcbookclub.com. Promotional Links Links to books referenced in the Podcast may provide commissions to Brick Cave Media. So if you hear about a book, and want to support the podcast, buy it via the enclosed links.

The discussion shifts to educational pathing carries into the second episode. Sharon talks about Another Country (James Baldwin), The Sweetness of Water (Nathan Harris) and Are You There God? It's Me, Margaret (Judy Blum). That leads to a story from Bruce about censoring books. About Sharon Skinner Sharon Skinner is the author of numerous books and a number of short stories, including the Tavara Tinker Series. Her most recent title, The Exile's Gift, is available now from Brick Cave Media. She is online at https://sharonskinner.com or https://bookcoachingbysharon.com About Bruce Davis Bruce Davis is the author of many books and several short pieces of fiction. He writes science fiction, fantasy and non fiction. His most recent title, Silver Magic, is currently available from Brick Cave Media. He is online at https://brucecdavis.com About Brick Cave Media® Brick Cave Media is a 21st century book publisher blending traditional publishing acumen with tried and true relationship building to create books that are professionally crafted, fun to read, and impactful to our communities. Books and stories are available online at https://brickcave.media The Brick Cave Membership Community is called the BC Book Club, and you can join at http://bcbookclub.com. Promotional Links Links to books referenced in the Podcast may provide commissions to Brick Cave Media. So if you hear about a book, and want to support the podcast, buy it via the enclosed links.

Bruce launches into the great review recruiting drive of 2023. They talk about some of the 1 star reviews. They talk about encouraging people to engage them at events. Bruce shares that he has been reading Brandon Sanderson's Mistborn: The Alloy of Law. He also shares his read of Up From Slavery (Booker T. Washington). About Sharon Skinner Sharon Skinner is the author of numerous books and a number of short stories, including the Tavara Tinker Series. Her most recent title, The Exile's Gift, is available now from Brick Cave Media. She is online at https://sharonskinner.com or https://bookcoachingbysharon.com About Bruce Davis Bruce Davis is the author of many books and several short pieces of fiction. He writes science fiction, fantasy and non fiction. His most recent title, Silver Magic, is currently available from Brick Cave Media. He is online at https://brucecdavis.com About Brick Cave Media® Brick Cave Media is a 21st century book publisher blending traditional publishing acumen with tried and true relationship building to create books that are professionally crafted, fun to read, and impactful to our communities. Books and stories are available online at https://brickcave.media The Brick Cave Membership Community is called the BC Book Club, and you can join at http://bcbookclub.com. Promotional Links Links to books referenced in the Podcast may provide commissions to Brick Cave Media. So if you hear about a book, and want to support the podcast, buy it via the enclosed links.

Bruce shares about Desert Star (Michael Connelly), The Southern Book Club's Guide to Slaying Vampires (Grady Hendrix) along with some heavy social commentary. Sharon and Bruce both gushed over Every Heart a Doorway (Seanan McGuire). Bruce then shares he had finished his historical fiction manuscript. They each talk about their current writing projects. About Sharon Skinner Sharon Skinner is the author of numerous books and a number of short stories, including the Tavara Tinker Series. Her most recent title, The Exile's Gift, is available now from Brick Cave Media. She is online at https://sharonskinner.com or https://bookcoachingbysharon.com About Bruce Davis Bruce Davis is the author of many books and several short pieces of fiction. He writes science fiction, fantasy and non fiction. His most recent title, Silver Magic, is currently available from Brick Cave Media. He is online at https://brucecdavis.com About Brick Cave Media® Brick Cave Media is a 21st century book publisher blending traditional publishing acumen with tried and true relationship building to create books that are professionally crafted, fun to read, and impactful to our communities. Books and stories are available online at https://brickcave.media The Brick Cave Membership Community is called the BC Book Club, and you can join at http://bcbookclub.com. Promotional Links Links to books referenced in the Podcast may provide commissions to Brick Cave Media. So if you hear about a book, and want to support the podcast, buy it via the enclosed links.

In this segment Sharon and Bruce talk about what they are reading. Sharon talks about Another Country (James Baldwin), Giving Up the Ghost (Sheri Sinykin), Range (David Epstein) and The Strange Case of the Alchemist's Daughter (Theodora Gross). About Sharon Skinner Sharon Skinner is the author of numerous books and a number of short stories, including the Tavara Tinker Series. Her most recent title, The Exile's Gift, is available now from Brick Cave Media. She is online at https://sharonskinner.com or https://bookcoachingbysharon.com About Bruce Davis Bruce Davis is the author of many books and several short pieces of fiction. He writes science fiction, fantasy and non fiction. His most recent title, Silver Magic, is currently available from Brick Cave Media. He is online at https://brucecdavis.com About Brick Cave Media® Brick Cave Media is a 21st century book publisher blending traditional publishing acumen with tried and true relationship building to create books that are professionally crafted, fun to read, and impactful to our communities. Books and stories are available online at https://brickcave.media The Brick Cave Membership Community is called the BC Book Club, and you can join at http://bcbookclub.com. Promotional Links Links to books referenced in the Podcast may provide commissions to Brick Cave Media. So if you hear about a book, and want to support the podcast, buy it via the enclosed links.

Sharon and Bruce share their Mesa Book Festival stores and the future of the Festival. Bruce talks about his post medical plans.They talk about building the next thing, finding the path for passion. They also talk about the Tucson Festival of Books and their experiences there.   About Sharon Skinner Sharon Skinner is the author of numerous books and a number of short stories, including the Tavara Tinker Series. Her most recent title, The Exile's Gift, is available now from Brick Cave Media. She is online at https://sharonskinner.com or https://bookcoachingbysharon.com About Bruce Davis Bruce Davis is the author of many books and several short pieces of fiction. He writes science fiction, fantasy and non fiction. His most recent title, Silver Magic, is currently available from Brick Cave Media. He is online at https://brucecdavis.com About Brick Cave Media® Brick Cave Media is a 21st century book publisher blending traditional publishing acumen with tried and true relationship building to create books that are professionally crafted, fun to read, and impactful to our communities. Books and stories are available online at https://brickcave.media The Brick Cave Membership Community is called the BC Book Club, and you can join at http://bcbookclub.com. Promotional Links Links to books referenced in the Podcast may provide commissions to Brick Cave Media. So if you hear about a book, and want to support the podcast, buy it via the enclosed links.

After the slam talk, the guys talk about which Brick Cave books from 2022 stood out to them, including Blood From a Rose by Sharon Skinner. Marcus updates on writing about masculinity. Patrick talks about the challenges of creating new material. Patrick them launches into best and worst SEO practices for webmasters. About Author Patrick Hare A performance poet for more than twenty years, Patrick Hare has always redefined the ability of poetry to be a weapon of humor, using a sardonic scalpel in his language and theme choices to un-apologetically reveal the areas of our lives we’d all rather not see. Patrick has performed nationally, including several National Poetry Slams. Learn more at https://brickcaveclick.com/f6lvdvq About Author Marcus S Campbell Marcus Sterling Campbell is a poet and film enthusiast from Phoenix, Arizona. Graduating from Mesa Community College, he received a high distinction in Creative Writing, along with degrees in Journalism and General Studies. He is a Vortex Award winner and has placed in several writing contests within the Mesa community. Marcus sweats when he writes and while growing his Magic collection. His work can be found scattered across the web or @marcus_s_campbell on social media. Learn more at: http://www.marcusscampbell.com/about.html About Brick Cave Media Brick Cave Media is a 21st century book publisher blending traditional publishing acumen with tried and true relationship building to create books that are professionally crafted, fun to read, and impactful to our communities. Books and stories are available online at https://brickcave.media Promotional Links Links to books referenced in the Podcast may provide commissions to Brick Cave Media. So if you hear about a book, and want to support the podcast, buy it via the enclosed links.

Marcus shares how he planned his tour to learn more about the venues and types of events he would like. Patrick then launches into a new poem, and warns the audience about his score. "Your hench people leave a little to be desired..." The guys talk about slam, and doing slams, The Klute, nerd slam and more. About Author Patrick Hare A performance poet for more than twenty years, Patrick Hare has always redefined the ability of poetry to be a weapon of humor, using a sardonic scalpel in his language and theme choices to un-apologetically reveal the areas of our lives we’d all rather not see. Patrick has performed nationally, including several National Poetry Slams. Learn more at https://brickcaveclick.com/f6lvdvq About Author Marcus S Campbell Marcus Sterling Campbell is a poet and film enthusiast from Phoenix, Arizona. Graduating from Mesa Community College, he received a high distinction in Creative Writing, along with degrees in Journalism and General Studies. He is a Vortex Award winner and has placed in several writing contests within the Mesa community. Marcus sweats when he writes and while growing his Magic collection. His work can be found scattered across the web or @marcus_s_campbell on social media. Learn more at: http://www.marcusscampbell.com/about.html About Brick Cave Media Brick Cave Media is a 21st century book publisher blending traditional publishing acumen with tried and true relationship building to create books that are professionally crafted, fun to read, and impactful to our communities. Books and stories are available online at https://brickcave.media Promotional Links Links to books referenced in the Podcast may provide commissions to Brick Cave Media. So if you hear about a book, and want to support the podcast, buy it via the enclosed links.

Patrick and Marcus talk Festivals and panels and what constitutes "authority". Marcus brags about his interview track record and they talk about their participation in the Mesa Book Festival. They then talk about marketing, which really have nothing to do with their writing, but whatever. They also recap Marcus' recent tour for My Identity as a Stereotypical Side Character. By the way, the coupon for TFOB is expired, because it was 2023. About Author Patrick Hare A performance poet for more than twenty years, Patrick Hare has always redefined the ability of poetry to be a weapon of humor, using a sardonic scalpel in his language and theme choices to un-apologetically reveal the areas of our lives we’d all rather not see. Patrick has performed nationally, including several National Poetry Slams. Learn more at https://brickcaveclick.com/f6lvdvq About Author Marcus S Campbell Marcus Sterling Campbell is a poet and film enthusiast from Phoenix, Arizona. Graduating from Mesa Community College, he received a high distinction in Creative Writing, along with degrees in Journalism and General Studies. He is a Vortex Award winner and has placed in several writing contests within the Mesa community. Marcus sweats when he writes and while growing his Magic collection. His work can be found scattered across the web or @marcus_s_campbell on social media. Learn more at: http://www.marcusscampbell.com/about.html About Brick Cave Media Brick Cave Media is a 21st century book publisher blending traditional publishing acumen with tried and true relationship building to create books that are professionally crafted, fun to read, and impactful to our communities. Books and stories are available online at https://brickcave.media Promotional Links Links to books referenced in the Podcast may provide commissions to Brick Cave Media. So if you hear about a book, and want to support the podcast, buy it via the enclosed links.

Join poets Patrick Hare and Marcus S Campbell as they record the next episode of their Brick Cave Podcast. Covering a wide gamut of topics, literary and otherwise, you are sure to find the listen an engaging and entertaining event. Poet Marcus Campbell hijacks the podcast to talk about the Terminator movie related to AI. They then cover the idea of live streaming plays and live show etiquate. They talk about poets (not) being in the cultural zeitgeist. About Author Patrick Hare A performance poet for more than twenty years, Patrick Hare has always redefined the ability of poetry to be a weapon of humor, using a sardonic scalpel in his language and theme choices to un-apologetically reveal the areas of our lives we’d all rather not see. Patrick has performed nationally, including several National Poetry Slams. Learn more at https://brickcaveclick.com/f6lvdvq   About Author Marcus S Campbell Marcus Sterling Campbell is a poet and film enthusiast from Phoenix, Arizona. Graduating from Mesa Community College, he received a high distinction in Creative Writing, along with degrees in Journalism and General Studies. He is a Vortex Award winner and has placed in several writing contests within the Mesa community. Marcus sweats when he writes and while growing his Magic collection. His work can be found scattered across the web or @marcus_s_campbell on social media. Learn more at: http://www.marcusscampbell.com/about.html   Promotional Links Links to books referenced in the Podcast may provide commissions to Brick Cave Media. So if you hear about a book, and want to support the podcast, buy it via the enclosed links.

Join poets Patrick Hare and Marcus S Campbell as they record the next episode of their Brick Cave Podcast. Covering a wide gamut of topics, literary and otherwise, you are sure to find the listen an engaging and entertaining event. What are they writing? Patrick Hare and Marcus Campbell talk about what they were writing and Patrick's Ghost Poetry Show performances. Marcus talks about creating more interactive elements to a poetry manuscript. They then talk about weighting words in a poetry AI model. Mentions: Patrick hare at the Ghost Poetry Show: https://youtu.be/59nj7-rraiI?si=uxMhHbAaFMkb21-R  About Author Patrick Hare A performance poet for more than twenty years, Patrick Hare has always redefined the ability of poetry to be a weapon of humor, using a sardonic scalpel in his language and theme choices to un-apologetically reveal the areas of our lives we’d all rather not see. Patrick has performed nationally, including several National Poetry Slams. Learn more at https://brickcaveclick.com/f6lvdvq   About Author Marcus S Campbell Marcus Sterling Campbell is a poet and film enthusiast from Phoenix, Arizona. Graduating from Mesa Community College, he received a high distinction in Creative Writing, along with degrees in Journalism and General Studies. He is a Vortex Award winner and has placed in several writing contests within the Mesa community. Marcus sweats when he writes and while growing his Magic collection. His work can be found scattered across the web or @marcus_s_campbell on social media. Learn more at: http://www.marcusscampbell.com/about.html   Promotional Links Links to books referenced in the Podcast may provide commissions to Brick Cave Media. So if you hear about a book, and want to support the podcast, buy it via the enclosed links.

Join poets Patrick Hare and Marcus S Campbell as they record the next episode of their Brick Cave Podcast. Covering a wide gamut of topics, literary and otherwise, you are sure to find the listen an engaging and entertaining event. Marcus S Campbell and Patrick Hare talk about the value of Spaces, and they talked about take a poem break. They then talk about the cultural value of the snap as an audience tool. Avoid the cringe cycle. Don't diet at the Food Truck Festival. Patrick helps you get to the Arizona State Fair. About Author Patrick Hare A performance poet for more than twenty years, Patrick Hare has always redefined the ability of poetry to be a weapon of humor, using a sardonic scalpel in his language and theme choices to un-apologetically reveal the areas of our lives we’d all rather not see. Patrick has performed nationally, including several National Poetry Slams. Learn more at https://brickcaveclick.com/f6lvdvq   About Author Marcus S Campbell Marcus Sterling Campbell is a poet and film enthusiast from Phoenix, Arizona. Graduating from Mesa Community College, he received a high distinction in Creative Writing, along with degrees in Journalism and General Studies. He is a Vortex Award winner and has placed in several writing contests within the Mesa community. Marcus sweats when he writes and while growing his Magic collection. His work can be found scattered across the web or @marcus_s_campbell on social media. Learn more at: http://www.marcusscampbell.com/about.html   Promotional Links Links to books referenced in the Podcast may provide commissions to Brick Cave Media. So if you hear about a book, and want to support the podcast, buy it via the enclosed links.

Poets Patrick Hare and Marcus Campbell open the episode with talking about the 2022 TusCon Sci-Fi Festival, and their participation in the event. Patrick talks about band's Farewell Tours and his fandom of Elton John. They then dive in whether art should be triggering. Poets Patrick Hare and Marcus Campbell open the episode with talking about the 2022 TusCon Sci-Fi Festival, and their participation in the event. Patrick talks about band's Farewell Tours and his fandom of Elton John. They then dive in whether art should be triggering. About Author Patrick Hare A performance poet for more than twenty years, Patrick Hare has always redefined the ability of poetry to be a weapon of humor, using a sardonic scalpel in his language and theme choices to un-apologetically reveal the areas of our lives we’d all rather not see. Patrick has performed nationally, including several National Poetry Slams. Learn more at https://brickcaveclick.com/f6lvdvq   About Author Marcus Campbell Marcus Sterling Campbell is a poet and film enthusiast from Phoenix, Arizona. Graduating from Mesa Community College, he received a high distinction in Creative Writing, along with degrees in Journalism and General Studies. He is a Vortex Award winner and has placed in several writing contests within the Mesa community. Marcus sweats when he writes and while growing his Magic collection. His work can be found scattered across the web or @marcus_s_campbell on social media. Learn more at: http://www.marcusscampbell.com/about.html   Promotional Links Links to books referenced in the Podcast may provide commissions to Brick Cave Media. So if you hear about a book, and want to support the podcast, buy it via the enclosed links.

Join authors Sharon Skinner and Bruce Davis as they record the next episode of their Brick Cave Podcast. Covering a wide gamut of literary topics, you are sure to find the listen an engaging and entertaining event. Authors Bruce Davis and Sharon Skinner talk about ending books, and avoiding a cliffhanger while still reaching a good closing point. Sharon then talks about why she is a book coach and why she is one. They engage in a discussion of coaching, craft and becoming a better writer.  About Sharon Skinner Sharon Skinner is the author of numerous books and a number of short stories, including the Tavara Tinker Series. Her most recent title, The Exile's Gift, is available now from Brick Cave Media. She is online at https://sharonskinner.com or https://bookcoachingbysharon.com   About Bruce Davis Bruce Davis is the author of many books and several short pieces of fiction. He writes science fiction, fantasy and non fiction. His most recent title, Silver Magic, is currently available from Brick Cave Media. He is online at https://brucecdavis.com   About Brick Cave Media® The Brick Cave Podcast is ©2024 Brick Cave Media LLC., all rights reserved. for more information on Brick Cave Media, visit the organization's website at https://brickcave.media. The Brick Cave Membership Community is called the BC Book Club, and you can join at http://bcbookclub.com.   Promotional Links Links to books referenced in the Podcast may provide commissions to Brick Cave Media. So if you hear about a book, and want to support the podcast, buy it via the enclosed links.

Join authors Sharon Skinner and Bruce Davis as they record the next episode of their Brick Cave Podcast. Covering a wide gamut of literary topics, you are sure to find the listen an engaging and entertaining event. In this segment, authors Sharon Skinner and Bruce Davis update on the progress in writing. Bruce specifically talks to writing historical fiction in the moments where history doesn't provide much context. Bruce then talks about an idea he's been working on. Sharon updates on the Datings and Demons manuscript. They talk about when inspiration takes you across formats. Bruce talks about how finishing Silver Magic is exciting him to engage the next book in the series. Mentioned: Collars and Curses, Sharon Skinner, https://amzn.to/3XgMaxi Platinum Magic, Bruce Davis, https://amzn.to/4cA1jxR About Sharon Skinner Sharon Skinner is the author of numerous books and a number of short stories, including the Tavara Tinker Series. Her most recent title, The Exile's Gift, is available now from Brick Cave Media. She is online at https://sharonskinner.com or https://bookcoachingbysharon.com   About Bruce Davis Bruce Davis is the author of many books and several short pieces of fiction. He writes science fiction, fantasy and non fiction. His most recent title, Silver Magic, is currently available from Brick Cave Media. He is online at https://brucecdavis.com   About Brick Cave Media® The Brick Cave Podcast is ©2024 Brick Cave Media LLC., all rights reserved. for more information on Brick Cave Media, visit the organization's website at https://brickcave.media. The Brick Cave Membership Community is called the BC Book Club, and you can join at http://bcbookclub.com.   Promotional Links Links to books referenced in the Podcast may provide commissions to Brick Cave Media. So if you hear about a book, and want to support the podcast, buy it via the enclosed links.

Join authors Sharon Skinner and Bruce Davis as they record the next episode of their Brick Cave Podcast. Covering a wide gamut of literary topics, you are sure to find the listen an engaging and entertaining event. This episode that was recorded on October 20, 2022, features Bruce Davis and Sharon Skinner. I this episode they talk about the new books that they each are releasing, Blood From a Rose and Silver Magic from Bruce Davis. They talk about their panels at TusCon Science Fiction Convention. Mentioned: Malice, Heather Walter, https://amzn.to/3WXw36k Small Spaces, Katherine Arden, https://amzn.to/4fXxrP5 Ghosts, Raina Telgemeier, https://amzn.to/3Xc1mvp The Festival of Bones,  Luis San Vicente, https://amzn.to/4fVqv4Y Every Heart a Doorway (Wayward Children Book 1), Seanan McGuire, https://amzn.to/4dz2crK The House in the Cerulean Sea, TJ Klune, https://amzn.to/473qOGL The Keep: A Novel of the Adversary Cycle , F Paul Wilson, https://amzn.to/4dRfbF7 John Connell, Madness in the Ruins, https://amzn.to/46Y8E9b The War on the Waters, James M. McPherson, https://amzn.to/4dSG3Vm Blood from a Rose, Sharon Skinner, https://amzn.to/4dTHaDY About Sharon Skinner Sharon Skinner is the author of numerous books and a number of short stories, including the Tavara Tinker Series. Her most recent title, The Exile's Gift, is available now from Brick Cave Media. She is online at https://sharonskinner.com or https://bookcoachingbysharon.com   About Bruce Davis Bruce Davis is the author of many books and several short pieces of fiction. He writes science fiction, fantasy and non fiction. His most recent title, Silver Magic, is currently available from Brick Cave Media. He is online at https://brucecdavis.com   About Brick Cave Media® The Brick Cave Podcast is ©2024 Brick Cave Media LLC., all rights reserved. for more information on Brick Cave Media, visit the organization's website at https://brickcave.media. The Brick Cave Membership Community is called the BC Book Club, and you can join at http://bcbookclub.com.   Promotional Links Links to books referenced in the Podcast may provide commissions to Brick Cave Media. So if you hear about a book, and want to support the podcast, buy it via the enclosed links.  

Patrick starts the segment with a story from the old times and how he dressed for success. Marcus then dives into the recent author post that no one had come to their reading. Marcus then shares his own story from his first poetry tour that would make you cringe. Patrick shared that he would take the. Risk of reading a piece right after writing it, a risk that did not always pay off.  Things and people that get mentioned: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/George_Selden_(author) https://www.bjjglobetrotters.com https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Confessions_of_a_Yakuza About Author Patrick Hare A performance poet for more than twenty years, Patrick Hare has always redefined the ability of poetry to be a weapon of humor, using a sardonic scalpel in his language and theme choices to un-apologetically reveal the areas of our lives we’d all rather not see. Patrick has performed nationally, including several National Poetry Slams. Learn more at https://brickcaveclick.com/f6lvdvq About Author Marcus Campbell Marcus Sterling Campbell is a poet and film enthusiast from Phoenix, Arizona. Graduating from Mesa Community College, he received a high distinction in Creative Writing, along with degrees in Journalism and General Studies. He is a Vortex Award winner and has placed in several writing contests within the Mesa community. Marcus sweats when he writes and while growing his Magic collection. His work can be found scattered across the web or @marcus_s_campbell on social media. Learn more at: http://www.marcusscampbell.com/about.html About Brick Cave Media® The Brick Cave Podcast is ©2024 Brick Cave Media LLC., all rights reserved. for more information on Brick Cave Media, visit the organization's website at https://brickcave.media. The Brick Cave Membership Community is called the BC Book Club, and you can join at http://bcbookclub.com.

The segment starts with Marcus launching reminding said pop culture provider should be for the kids. The conversation shifts to the Mesa Book Festival and Patrick warns the kids not to read his book and they bring up the value of New Age Marketing, aka The Streisand Effect. Marcus dives into panel scheduling for the Festival. Things and people that get mentioned: Johnny Cash: https://youtu.be/tfp2O9ADwGk?si=P-TFE9q2gBwh5c3T Mesa Book Festival: https://www.anthology.org/index.php/mesa-book-festival About Author Patrick Hare A performance poet for more than twenty years, Patrick Hare has always redefined the ability of poetry to be a weapon of humor, using a sardonic scalpel in his language and theme choices to un-apologetically reveal the areas of our lives we’d all rather not see. Patrick has performed nationally, including several National Poetry Slams. Learn more at https://brickcaveclick.com/f6lvdvq About Author Marcus Campbell Marcus Sterling Campbell is a poet and film enthusiast from Phoenix, Arizona. Graduating from Mesa Community College, he received a high distinction in Creative Writing, along with degrees in Journalism and General Studies. He is a Vortex Award winner and has placed in several writing contests within the Mesa community. Marcus sweats when he writes and while growing his Magic collection. His work can be found scattered across the web or @marcus_s_campbell on social media. Learn more at: http://www.marcusscampbell.com/about.html About Brick Cave Media® The Brick Cave Podcast is ©2024 Brick Cave Media LLC., all rights reserved. for more information on Brick Cave Media, visit the organization's website at https://brickcave.media. The Brick Cave Membership Community is called the BC Book Club, and you can join at http://bcbookclub.com.