Sarah welcomes J.M. Shaw, author of the gripping urban/high fantasy novel Forsaken Souls. Set in a richly imagined realm where magic and humanity collide, Shaw’s story follows Callum and Jax on a perilous quest to repair the veil separating the magical and human worlds. Their journey leads them straight into the hands of the Der’geron—an ancient enemy plotting vengeance after centuries of exile.

As war looms and Queen Jobella struggles to hold her fractured kingdom together, Forsaken Souls explores themes of power, loss, and the courage to face inner darkness. Through heartbreak, moral conflict, and hauntingly vivid worldbuilding, Shaw crafts a narrative that questions what it means to fight not only for survival, but for the soul itself.

Sarah and J.M. discuss the inspiration behind the novel, the challenges of balancing epic storytelling with deep emotional resonance, and the creative process of bringing complex characters like Callum and Jobella to life. Whether you’re a lifelong fantasy reader or a newcomer to the genre, this conversation offers an engaging look at how Shaw builds tension, emotion, and mythology into every page.

Tune in for a thoughtful discussion on magic, redemption, and the human spirit in a world on the brink of ruin. Forsaken Souls is more than a fantasy—it’s a story about finding light even in the darkest places.


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