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Zeitgeist Discussion About King Arthur, Conan the Barbarian, and Solomon Kane with Ryan Gutierrez

Zeitgeist Discussion About King Arthur, Conan the Barbarian, and Solomon Kane with Ryan Gutierrez

Update: 2025-05-02
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Join author Ryan Gutierrez as he sits down with Thomas Umstattd Jr., for an insightful conversation about storytelling, publishing trends, and literary traditions.





In this episode, we explore:






  • The fascinating parallels between Solomon Kane and modern heroic characters




  • How biblical archetypes influence fantasy and western storytelling




  • The historical foundations of King Arthur legends and their cultural impact




  • Strategies for finding your target audience as an author




  • The importance of moral clarity in storytelling









Key takeaway: “Having the courage to say ‘I’m not for everyone, but I am for this group of people’ and making something they absolutely love—if you have that creative courage, commercial success is a lot easier to find.”





Whether you’re a writer looking to improve your marketing strategy, a reader interested in literary traditions, or simply love great storytelling, this conversation offers something for everyone!





Follow Ryan Gutierrez here.





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Zeitgeist Discussion About King Arthur, Conan the Barbarian, and Solomon Kane with Ryan Gutierrez

Zeitgeist Discussion About King Arthur, Conan the Barbarian, and Solomon Kane with Ryan Gutierrez

Thomas Umstattd Jr.