Punks In The Library

Talking about books, writing, and publishing from a street level, DIY perspective.

Going Full Time w/ Dixon Reuel

Author Dixon Reuel talks to NJ about her journey from the corporate world to being a full-time writer, treating creation as a business, what she wishes writers knew, doing funny voices, and buying clothes when you're 6 feet tall.Find her here:dixonreuel.comSupport the showSupport us on Patreon:https://patreon.com/lanternaudioworksCheck out everything we create on our website:https://lanternaudioworks.com

08-17
01:17:05

Antisocial Media | Guest: Alexis L. Carroll

Author and streamer Alexis Carroll joins us on the podcast to talk writing communities, social media, dumpster fires, Myspace Tom, and fireflies.Find Alexis:Instagram: @AlexisXSteticTikTok: @AlexisXSteticTwitter: @AlexisXSteticFacebook: AlexisXSteticTwitch: AlexisXSteticSupport the showSupport us on Patreon:https://patreon.com/lanternaudioworksCheck out everything we create on our website:https://lanternaudioworks.com

08-03
48:37

Burning Out And Moving On | Guest: Conor Bredin

Conor Bredin comes on the show to talk about burning out, the fallout from overworking yourself, dealing with the stresses of being a writer while balancing other responsibilities, and much more!Support the showSupport us on Patreon:https://patreon.com/lanternaudioworksCheck out everything we create on our website:https://lanternaudioworks.com

07-20
59:05

Trailer

Punks in The Library.We're outsiders, independent thinkers, and LitPunks talking about the realities of our industry. We're bringing in writers, storytellers, and literary professionals to talk about the topics that usually get glossed over in literary discussions.Whether it's burnout, orphaned genres, ignored media, industry politics, or the truth about worldbuilding; we'll talk about it all, and we won't pull punches.Support the showSupport us on Patreon:https://patreon.com/lanternaudiowork...

07-06
00:29

Confirmation Bias | PiTL 1.30.22

Celosia and NJ talk about self-delusion among writers, the lies we are told and the lies we choose to believe.Check out our website for all our podcasts, merch, and to become a Patron!https://lanternaudioworks.comSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/Lanternaudioworks)

01-31
02:01:01

Romancing The Anxiety | PiTL 12.17.21

NJ opens up about his mental health struggles, Celosia shares her feelings on being told she can't do it, the LitPunks get a new Patron, and Terry Pratchett comes up(again).Support us on Patreon:patreon.com/lanternaudioworksSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/Lanternaudioworks)

12-20
02:04:58

Headaches and Stress | 12.04.2021

Celosia and NJ talk about NJ's issues in finding time to do creative work while holding down a full time job.Also, Journey To The West, Terry Pratchett(again), the importance of backup storage, a train makes a cameo, and yippy dogs.Support us on Patreon:patreon.com/LanternAudioWorksListen to Bedtime Stories with Celosia Crane:https://celosiasbedtimestories.buzzsprout.comCheck out NJ's audiobook, Brimstone:Brimstone on AudibleSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/Lanternaudioworks)

12-06
01:13:38

#16 Pro/Antagonist With Guest Panelist Skalliwags!

Celosia, NJ, and their friend Skalliwags get together live on Bullhorn to discuss all things Protagonist and Antagonist. Including what those words actually mean.Their friend Galinfrey also drops into the discussion!All the places you can support us, including our Patreon:linktr.ee/LanternAWSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/Lanternaudioworks)

08-18
02:20:47

14 There Are Only Three Rules For Storytelling

NJ and Celosia take some time to talk about NJ's "There are only three rules" storytelling philosophy and thinking like a craftsperson.  Also, NJ speaks gibberish.Support us on Patreon:patreon.com/lanternaudioworksCheck our merch:lanternaudioworks.comLantern Twitter:twitter.com/lantern_awCelosia's Twitter:twitter.com/CelosiaCraneNJ's Twitter:twitter.com/nj_sullivanSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/Lanternaudioworks)

06-07
40:25

13 Get Back To What It Is That Drives You: Reigniting The Creative Spark

Celosia and NJ talk about the struggle to find creativity and the creative spark in stressful and difficult times.Also, NJ has to pee...Support this podcast!https://patreon.com/lanternaudioworksBuy our merch!https://lanternaudioworks.comFollow us!twitter.com/lantern_awSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/Lanternaudioworks)

05-22
01:05:45

12 A Light In The Darkness: The Founding of Lantern Audio Works

Celosia and NJ talk about the formation and founding of their new audio production company, Lantern Audio Works, the drive behind it, and the madness that followed.Become a patron here:https://patreon.com/lanternaudioworksBuy our merch here:https://lanternaudioworks.comSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/Lanternaudioworks)

05-11
46:02

Identity Crises and Switching Gears

Celosia and NJ talk about their difficulty in transitioning into new roles and styles as creators, and the difficulty in understanding yourself when you, and the world, change.Support this podcast and everything we do on Patreon!patreon.com/LanternAudioWorksSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/Lanternaudioworks)

03-07
38:24

Don't Call It A Comeback

After five months, Celosia and NJ are back, and in rare form!From Presidential madness to Coronavirus, being a human pin cushion to starting a new business, and talking to a foam head, they're making their comeback and calling their shot.Support this podcast and everything we do!patreon.com/LanternAudioWorksSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/Lanternaudioworks)

01-23
43:27

Passed Futures

Celosia and NJ talk about Sci-Fi futures that have come and gone, and the obscure origins of the word "Robot."Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/Lanternaudioworks)

09-03
01:10:29

Alas, Sir Terry

Celosia and NJ talk about the life and works of fantasy author Sir Terry Pratchett.  As usual, it goes a little off the rails...Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/Lanternaudioworks)

08-27
01:11:55

Cue The Music

Celosia and NJ talk about the effect that music has on their writing, how they use music to both influence their writing and while they write, How their musical backgrounds effect how they deal with criticism, and NJ's aversion to Enya.Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/Lanternaudioworks)

08-20
01:03:06

Die, Die My Darling

NJ and Celosia face off against one of the most dangerous myths in literature.  Also, the vague threats made by nightly newscasts in Buffalo, New York.Support the show

08-13
01:01:08

Finding Her Way

NJ and Celosia talk about Celosia's journey from childhood on a hobby farm with no television to an award winning, best selling author. With side trips into video games and  unpasturized milk.Support us on Patreon at: www.patreon.com/pitlpodcastSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/Lanternaudioworks)

05-15
57:46

Going Solo

Celosia talks to NJ about leaving his job to be a full-time storyteller:  What lead to it, the positives, the fears and dangers, what happens when The Plan changes, and what he has to do to keep himself sane(or slightly not) when going from working a full time job to BEING a full time job.Also, NJ and Celosia announce their new Patreon!Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/Lanternaudioworks)

05-01
55:46

Stigma?

Celosia and NJ talk about the stigma of being an independent author, how the label "independent" is viewed differently across different art forms, and the changing dynamics between authors and audiences.Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/Lanternaudioworks)

04-17
44:43

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