25 Best Fantasy Writing Podcasts

1. Speculative Fiction Writing Made Simple: How to Write, Edit, and Publish Your Debut Fantasy, Science

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Welcome to the Speculative Fiction Writing Made Simple Podcast! The show that's all about how to brainstorm, write, edit, publish, and sell a powerful speculative fiction novel… and maybe just change the world too. I'm your host, Heather Davis. I'm a seasoned book coach, developmental editor, and fellow storyteller. In my work with writers, I always see the same problems and roadblocks standing in their way and preventing them from achieving their dream of becoming a published author...MORE Host Heather Davis
Producer/Network Heather Davis, Writing Coach, Book Coach, and Developmental Editor
Email ****@manyworldswriting.com
Estimated Monthly Listeners 1k-10k
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2. Worldbuilding for Masochists

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A podcast by three fantasy authors who love to overcomplicate their writing lives and want to help you do the same.
Hosts Rowenna Miller, Marshall Ryan Maresca, Cass Morris
Producer/Network worldbuildingformasochists
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Estimated Monthly Listeners 1k-10k
Apple Rating 5/5Apple Reviews 70Twitter 1.8K Avg Length 75 min Format Long form Since Jun 2019 Get Email Contact

3. Writing About Dragons and Shit

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This is the official podcast feed for Writing About Dragons and Shit - a podcast about writing with a focus on fantasy and sci-fi. Each week B Dave Walters (A Darkened Wish, Idle Champions Presents), Erin M. Evans (Brimstone Angels, Dungeon Scrawlers), and Treavor Bettis (Difficulty Class, Champions of Psychology). New Episodes go live every Friday.MORE Producer/Network Writing About Dragons and Shit
Estimated Monthly Listeners 1k-10k
Apple Rating 4.9/5Apple Reviews 48Facebook 85.3KTwitter 19Instagram 18 Avg Length 65 min Format Long form Get Email Contact

4. The Fantasy Writers' Toolshed

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The Fantasy Writers' Toolshed is a podcast for aspiring and experienced fantasy writers who want to master storytelling, creative writing, worldbuilding and character creation. Hosted by author Richie Billing, each episode features practical writing advice and tips, publishing guidance, and inspiring interviews with bestselling authors, editors, historians, psychologists and even an FBI Special Agent. Learn how to write, edit and market your stories with confidence. New episodes released monthly. Join our community for early access: www.patreon.com/TheFantasyWritersToolshedMORE Hosts Richard E. Billing, JM Williams
Producer/Network The Fantasy Writers' Toolshed
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Estimated Monthly Listeners 1k-10k
Recent Guests Dave Chesson, Sarah Arthur
Apple Rating 4.6/5Apple Reviews 37Facebook 542Twitter 45 Avg Length 47 min Format Long form Get Email Contact

5. SFF Addicts

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SFF Addicts is a weekly sci-fi, fantasy and writing craft podcast co-hosted by authors Adrian M. Gibson, M.J. Kuhn and Greta Kelly, bringing you interviews and masterclasses with your favorite SFF authors.The full episode archive, as well as book reviews and essays, can be found at https://fanfiaddict.com. You can also subscribe to the FanFiAddict YouTube channel or follow us on Spotify, where all episodes are available in full video.MORE Hosts Adrian M. Gibson, M.J. Kuhn
Producer/Network Adrian M. Gibson, M.J. Kuhn and Greta Kelly
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Estimated Monthly Listeners 1k-10k
Apple Rating 5/5Apple Reviews 35Instagram 4.4K Avg Length 67 min Format Long form Get Email Contact

6. The Fantasy Writing Show with Jed Herne

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Hi! My name is Jed Herne, and on this podcast, I share the best fantasy writing advice that I've learned from publishing four fantasy novels and coaching 170 writers in my different classes and programs. My books include Kingdom of Dragons , The Thunder Heist , Across the Broken Stars , and Fires of the Dead . I also wrote Siege of Treboulain - an interactive epic fantasy novel, published by Choice of Games. I also created the Wizards, Warriors, & Words, and Novel Analyst podcasts. Expect to learn about plotting, character development, worldbuilding, magic systems, and lots more...MORE Producer/Network Jed Herne
Estimated Monthly Listeners 1k-10k
Apple Rating 4.8/5Apple Reviews 34 Avg Length 25 min Format Medium form Get Email Contact

7. How To Write The Future

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The How to Write The Future Podcast offers fiction writing tips for science fiction and fantasy authors who want to create optimistic stories because when we vision what is possible, we help make it so. By science fiction and fantasy author and fiction writing coach, Beth Barany.MORE Producer/Network Beth Barany
Estimated Monthly Listeners 100-1k
Apple Rating 5/5Apple Reviews 12 Avg Length 12 min Format Short form Get Email Contact

8. Myth and Magic

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Folklore and fantasy themes aimed at creative writers: to start writing stories and challenge your brain with exciting ideas, dip into this kitbag. Learn how fantasy worlds draw on real world history, mythology, and folklore. And there's weekly news from the world of fantasy fiction too, plus fabulous creatures, studies on folk tales, nature fables and lots more mythical, magical fun.MORE Producer/Network Neil Mach
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Estimated Monthly Listeners 100-1k
Recent Guests Mark Bradford, Ali Khamseh +1 more
Apple Rating 5/5Apple Reviews 11 Avg Length 35 min Format Medium form Get Email Contact

9. Ink and Magic

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Join bestselling authors (and former college roommates) Ines Johnson and L. Penelope as they read and discuss the writing craft, worldbuilding, and romance of paranormal and fantasy novels. First up: we'll be reading the Psy-Changeling Series by Nalini Singh.MORE Producer/Network Ines Johnson & L. Penelope
Estimated Monthly Listeners 100-1k
Apple Rating 5/5Apple Reviews 11 Avg Length 47 min Format Long form Get Email Contact

10. Fantasy Writing for Barbarians

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Whether you're a beginner fantasy writer or maybe even a barbarian, Fantasy Writing for Barbarians can help take your story to some exciting new worlds. Hosted by Jon Negroni and produced by Natalia Emmons and Bridget Serdock.MORE Producer/Network InBetweenDrafts
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Estimated Monthly Listeners 100-1k
Apple Rating 5/5Apple Reviews 4 Avg Length 25 min Format Medium form Get Email Contact

11. Writing Worlds: Conversations About World Building

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Join award-winning audio drama makers Chris Gregory and Emily Inkpen for fortnightly conversations about world building with some of the best science fiction and fantasy writers around, and find out how their worlds come to life.MORE Email ****@alternativestories.com
Estimated Monthly Listeners 100-1k
Apple Reviews 5 Avg Length 63 min Format Long form Get Email Contact

12. Reading Things and Writing Stuff : Fantasy Writing, Worldbuilding & The Art of Storycraft

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Join Tim Facciola every week as he cracks open the craft behind the sci-fi and fantasy stories we can't stop obsessing over. From worldbuilding and magic systems to character arcs, lore, pacing, and plot architecture, Reading Things and Writing Stuff is your gateway into how legendary tales are made.Tim — award-winning author of the Eventual Realm series — blends deep craft insight with an accessible, imaginative approach, helping you sharpen your writing, expand your worlds, and forge stories that feel truly epic.Whether you're building your first realm or leveling up your storytelling ..MORE Apple Rating 5/5Apple Reviews 2 Avg Length 26 min Format Medium form Get Email Contact

13. Wizards, Warriors, & Words: A Fantasy Writing Advice Podcast

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A fantasy writing advice podcast, hosted by Jed Herne, Rob J. Hayes, Michael R. Fletcher, and Dyrk Ashton. Past guests include: Will Wight, Anthony Ryan, John Gwynne, Adrian Tchaikovsky, Anna Smith Spark, Gareth Hanrahan, Brian Staveley, R. J. Barker, and more. Each episode, we discuss a topic related to writing, editing, publishing, or marketing. With over 30 books published by our hosts - through traditional and self-published routes - you're bound to find new insights. Or at least hear some quality authorial banter. Subscribe for new episodes every Monday...MORE Host Jed Herne
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Estimated Monthly Listeners 1k-10k
Apple Rating 4.2/5Apple Reviews 34 Avg Length 33 min Format Medium form Get Email Contact

14. The Am Writing Fantasy Podcast

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In today's publishing landscape, you can reach fans all over the world. Query letters are a thing of the past. You don't even need a literary agent. There is nothing standing in the way of making a living from writing. Join the two bestselling fantasy authors, Autumn and Jesper, every Monday, as they explore the writing craft, provides tips on publishing, and insights on how to market your books.MORE Hosts Autumn Birt, Jesper Schmidt
Producer/Network Am Writing Fantasy Productions
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Estimated Monthly Listeners 1k-10k
Apple Rating 4/5Apple Reviews 20Instagram 1.9K Avg Length 41 min Format Long form Get Email Contact

15. Eat, Drink, Write. An Urban Fantasy Whiteboard

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This podcast will delve into the trials and tribulations of writing urban fantasy, from topics on character development myths and monsters!
Hosts Sherry Ellison, Taylor Ellison
Producer/Network Sherry & Taylor
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Estimated Monthly Listeners 100-1k
Apple Rating 5/5Apple Reviews 6 Avg Length 55 min Format Long form Get Email Contact

16. The Mythcreant Podcast

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For Fantasy & Science Fiction Storytellers
Hosts Chris Winkle, Oren Ashkenazi, Bunny
Producer/Network Mythcreants
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Estimated Monthly Listeners 1k-10k
Apple Rating 4.7/5Apple Reviews 140Facebook 2.5KTwitter 1.8K Since Nov 2019 Get Email Contact

17. My Imaginary Friends with L. Penelope

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Award-winning fantasy & paranormal romance author Leslye Penelope shares perspectives on the writing life, creativity, inspiration, and this week's best thing.
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Producer/Network L. Penelope
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Estimated Monthly Listeners 1k-10k
Apple Rating 4.9/5Apple Reviews 31Facebook 1.2KTwitter 27Instagram 11K Avg Length 28 min Format Medium form Get Email Contact

18. The Worldshapers Blog

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Conversations with science fiction and fantasy authors about the creative process
Producer/Network Edward Willett
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Estimated Monthly Listeners 100-1k
Apple Rating 4.7/5Apple Reviews 16Facebook 500Twitter 338 Avg Length 47 min Format Long form Since Mar 2019 Get Email Contact

19. Page by Page: Writing the Book in Real Time

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Join author Megan O'Russell in this candid, humor-filled glimpse into the creation of a new book series, starting at page one. You're invited to step into the real-time writing process as Megan weaves fae, shifters, witches, and seers into her latest young adult fantasy novel: Sketchbook of a Wayward Seer. No second drafts allowed. No untwisting love triangles. No bringing characters back to life. meganorussell.substack.comMORE Hosts Megan ORussell, Christopher Russell
Producer/Network Megan O'Russell
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Estimated Monthly Listeners 100-1k
Apple Rating 5/5Apple Reviews 7 Avg Length 58 min Format Long form Get Email Contact

20. What If: South is Up?

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Hello, and Welcome to the What If: South is Up? Podcast where we invite you along with us as we learn to wing it like an author. We are Derrick, Xtina, and Meg. Three new-to-the-game fantasy authors taking our first steps into the great unknown of creating worlds from scratch. Derrick is a working photographer and author of the Crimson Prophecy series. He can be found at his website www.DerrickHallAuthor.com. Christina 'Xtina' Lefebvre is an assemblage artist and aspiring author currently writing her first novel (tentatively titled 'Cogs & Arrows') and can be found at www.UniquelyXtina.com...MORE Producer/Network Derrick Hall, C.X. Lefebvre, M.J. Lindsey
Recent Guest Derrick Hall
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21. Authors' Alcove for Fantasy Writers

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Authors' Alcove is a hub for fantasy readers and writers, offering engaging discussions, book clubs, and author interviews. Hosted by Agnes Wolfe, the podcast explores world-building, storytelling, and publishing, featuring Meet the Author book clubs and Fantasy Geek Out sessions. Beyond the podcast, Authors' Alcove supports indie authors through giveaways, networking, and community discussions, creating a space where writers and readers connect over their love of fantasy.MORE Producer/Network Agnes Wolfe
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Estimated Monthly Listeners 100-1k
Apple Reviews 1 Avg Length 29 min Format Medium form Get Email Contact

22. Author Culture Podcast

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Helping science fiction and fantasy authors find sustainable success on their terms in a chaotic publishing world.Using her 15 years of experience as an award-winning science fiction & fantasy author of 25 books, editor/coach/marketing strategist, and publishing house CEO, Janeen is here to elevate your author life (and cut through some of the common myths and misconceptions).Includes:-World building guidance-Publishing industry commentary-Author interviews-Marketing strategies-Author life tips-Encouragement & mindsetSo if you're looking for a friendly, experienced guide to help you navigat..MORE Host Janeen Ippolito
Producer/Network Success in the Chaotic Publishing World
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23. Long Story Short: The Official Podcast of The British Fantasy Society

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A podcast celebrating writing and creativity across fantasy, horror, and science-fiction, hosted by authors David Green and Robin CM Duncan.
Estimated Monthly Listeners 100-1k
Recent Guest Matt Greene
Apple Reviews 2 Avg Length 57 min Format Long form Get Email Contact

24. Writing Club by School of Plot

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Fun, practical writing tips for anyone writing their dream novel. Especially if it's fantasy. I do love fantasy.
Host Sitara
Producer/Network School of Plot
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Estimated Monthly Listeners 100-1k
Apple Rating 5/5Apple Reviews 57 Avg Length 39 min Format Medium form Get Email Contact

25. Writing Quest

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Writing Quest is me sharing my journey and everything I learn along the way to write and publish my epic fantasy novel.
Host Brenden Pugh
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Estimated Monthly Listeners 100-1k
Apple Rating 5/5Apple Reviews 3Twitter 143Instagram 207 Avg Length 54 min Format Long form Get Email Contact