Michael Vadney
@michaelvadney.bsky.social
Host of Author Adjacent | Crownfall - Nobledark Adventure
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Interview with Nicholas W Fuller | Episode 55 is now live!
I sit down with @authornicholaswfuller, author of the sci-fi novella Shattered, to talk about the writing process, writing groups, podcasting, and the realities of the indie author journey.
Checkout the Full Episode below 👇
I sit down with @authornicholaswfuller, author of the sci-fi novella Shattered, to talk about the writing process, writing groups, podcasting, and the realities of the indie author journey.
Checkout the Full Episode below 👇
Interview with Nicholas W Fuller | Episode 55 is now live!
I sit down with @authornicholaswfuller, author of the sci-fi novella Shattered, to talk about the writing process, writing groups, podcasting, and the realities of the indie author journey.
Checkout the Full Episode below 👇
I sit down with @authornicholaswfuller, author of the sci-fi novella Shattered, to talk about the writing process, writing groups, podcasting, and the realities of the indie author journey.
Checkout the Full Episode below 👇
November 21, 2025 at 12:45 PM
Interview with Nicholas W Fuller | Episode 55 is now live!
I sit down with @authornicholaswfuller, author of the sci-fi novella Shattered, to talk about the writing process, writing groups, podcasting, and the realities of the indie author journey.
Checkout the Full Episode below 👇
I sit down with @authornicholaswfuller, author of the sci-fi novella Shattered, to talk about the writing process, writing groups, podcasting, and the realities of the indie author journey.
Checkout the Full Episode below 👇
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Britton's Hang Out Hour comes back and today I have on @michaelvadney.bsky.social of Author Adjacent fame. We talk about indie books, podcasting, and so much more! www.youtube.com/watch?v=jNuu...
Britton's Hang Out Hour #142: Michael Vadney
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November 17, 2025 at 8:24 PM
Britton's Hang Out Hour comes back and today I have on @michaelvadney.bsky.social of Author Adjacent fame. We talk about indie books, podcasting, and so much more! www.youtube.com/watch?v=jNuu...
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"The watch ticked backward the way it usually did when the world was suspended upside down."
Read "Street Atlas": www.moonlitgetaway.com/new-fiction/...
#WritingCommunity #LitMag #FlashFiction #ReadingCommunity #OpenForSubmissions
Read "Street Atlas": www.moonlitgetaway.com/new-fiction/...
#WritingCommunity #LitMag #FlashFiction #ReadingCommunity #OpenForSubmissions
November 8, 2025 at 2:29 AM
"The watch ticked backward the way it usually did when the world was suspended upside down."
Read "Street Atlas": www.moonlitgetaway.com/new-fiction/...
#WritingCommunity #LitMag #FlashFiction #ReadingCommunity #OpenForSubmissions
Read "Street Atlas": www.moonlitgetaway.com/new-fiction/...
#WritingCommunity #LitMag #FlashFiction #ReadingCommunity #OpenForSubmissions
My editor did not like the description I used... 😅
November 7, 2025 at 10:58 PM
My editor did not like the description I used... 😅
Interview with J Alex Giguere | Episode 53 is now live!
Join J Alex Giguere and I as we discuss his debut novel, creative inspirations, and experiences within the book community.
Find the full episode 👇
Join J Alex Giguere and I as we discuss his debut novel, creative inspirations, and experiences within the book community.
Find the full episode 👇
November 7, 2025 at 1:54 PM
Interview with J Alex Giguere | Episode 53 is now live!
Join J Alex Giguere and I as we discuss his debut novel, creative inspirations, and experiences within the book community.
Find the full episode 👇
Join J Alex Giguere and I as we discuss his debut novel, creative inspirations, and experiences within the book community.
Find the full episode 👇
Nobeldark fantasy blends the gritty, morally complex realism of Grimdark,
With an undercurrent of hope and the potential for redemption or triumph, however faint or hard-won.
With an undercurrent of hope and the potential for redemption or triumph, however faint or hard-won.
a close up of a woman 's face with a sword in the background
ALT: a close up of a woman 's face with a sword in the background
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November 6, 2025 at 11:39 PM
Nobeldark fantasy blends the gritty, morally complex realism of Grimdark,
With an undercurrent of hope and the potential for redemption or triumph, however faint or hard-won.
With an undercurrent of hope and the potential for redemption or triumph, however faint or hard-won.
Reposted by Michael Vadney
Had a great chat with @michaelvadney.bsky.social talking about writing and Sigil of Enderune. Give it a watch, a like, a follow and leave a comment. youtu.be/wsvGteRp8qs
Interview with Rosaire Bushey | Episode 51
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October 25, 2025 at 2:23 AM
Had a great chat with @michaelvadney.bsky.social talking about writing and Sigil of Enderune. Give it a watch, a like, a follow and leave a comment. youtu.be/wsvGteRp8qs
Subverting Tropes with Mikel D Melwasul | Episode 50 is now live!
Join @mikelmelwasul.bsky.social and I as we talk about how writers and authors can play with, challenge, and reinvent tropes to keep their stories fresh and engaging.
Check out the full episode below 👇
Join @mikelmelwasul.bsky.social and I as we talk about how writers and authors can play with, challenge, and reinvent tropes to keep their stories fresh and engaging.
Check out the full episode below 👇
October 20, 2025 at 10:11 AM
Subverting Tropes with Mikel D Melwasul | Episode 50 is now live!
Join @mikelmelwasul.bsky.social and I as we talk about how writers and authors can play with, challenge, and reinvent tropes to keep their stories fresh and engaging.
Check out the full episode below 👇
Join @mikelmelwasul.bsky.social and I as we talk about how writers and authors can play with, challenge, and reinvent tropes to keep their stories fresh and engaging.
Check out the full episode below 👇
I admit it. I was wrong.
I've incorporated my editor's feedback on Crownfall for now, so I'm shifting to high-level outlining for my second project.
I'm starting to see the benefits of juggling multiple writing projects.
Sorry for doubting those of you who championed it.
I've incorporated my editor's feedback on Crownfall for now, so I'm shifting to high-level outlining for my second project.
I'm starting to see the benefits of juggling multiple writing projects.
Sorry for doubting those of you who championed it.
October 20, 2025 at 10:08 AM
I admit it. I was wrong.
I've incorporated my editor's feedback on Crownfall for now, so I'm shifting to high-level outlining for my second project.
I'm starting to see the benefits of juggling multiple writing projects.
Sorry for doubting those of you who championed it.
I've incorporated my editor's feedback on Crownfall for now, so I'm shifting to high-level outlining for my second project.
I'm starting to see the benefits of juggling multiple writing projects.
Sorry for doubting those of you who championed it.
When editing Crownfall, I sometimes read my work and think,
'Damn, this is awesome!'
Other times, I just shake my head and wonder,
'What was I even thinking?'
The duality of being a writer 😅
'Damn, this is awesome!'
Other times, I just shake my head and wonder,
'What was I even thinking?'
The duality of being a writer 😅
October 6, 2025 at 1:37 PM
When editing Crownfall, I sometimes read my work and think,
'Damn, this is awesome!'
Other times, I just shake my head and wonder,
'What was I even thinking?'
The duality of being a writer 😅
'Damn, this is awesome!'
Other times, I just shake my head and wonder,
'What was I even thinking?'
The duality of being a writer 😅
Just finished The Book That Broke The World by
@marklawrenceauthor.bsky.social.
Its mastery of time, character, and theme cements Lawrence as a writer working at the height of his craft.
When my heart wasn’t breaking, my mind was in awe.
Full review below 👇
@marklawrenceauthor.bsky.social.
Its mastery of time, character, and theme cements Lawrence as a writer working at the height of his craft.
When my heart wasn’t breaking, my mind was in awe.
Full review below 👇
October 4, 2025 at 10:00 PM
Just finished The Book That Broke The World by
@marklawrenceauthor.bsky.social.
Its mastery of time, character, and theme cements Lawrence as a writer working at the height of his craft.
When my heart wasn’t breaking, my mind was in awe.
Full review below 👇
@marklawrenceauthor.bsky.social.
Its mastery of time, character, and theme cements Lawrence as a writer working at the height of his craft.
When my heart wasn’t breaking, my mind was in awe.
Full review below 👇
Episode 48 | The Long Haul with JCM Berne is now Live!
I sit down with JCM Berne, author of the Hybrid Helix series, to discuss the unique challenges and rewards of writing multi-book sagas that keep readers engaged across installments.
I sit down with JCM Berne, author of the Hybrid Helix series, to discuss the unique challenges and rewards of writing multi-book sagas that keep readers engaged across installments.
October 3, 2025 at 11:22 AM
Episode 48 | The Long Haul with JCM Berne is now Live!
I sit down with JCM Berne, author of the Hybrid Helix series, to discuss the unique challenges and rewards of writing multi-book sagas that keep readers engaged across installments.
I sit down with JCM Berne, author of the Hybrid Helix series, to discuss the unique challenges and rewards of writing multi-book sagas that keep readers engaged across installments.
Got my copy of Harvest Moon: Volume One the other day!
So far, I'm very impressed with what @mgliterary.bsky.social has put together.
So far, I'm very impressed with what @mgliterary.bsky.social has put together.
September 26, 2025 at 4:47 PM
Got my copy of Harvest Moon: Volume One the other day!
So far, I'm very impressed with what @mgliterary.bsky.social has put together.
So far, I'm very impressed with what @mgliterary.bsky.social has put together.
Episode 47 | Interview with JCM Berne: No Books Were Harmed is Live!
Join us as we explore the journey of author @jcmberne.bsky.social—his beginnings, the moment he claimed the title of author, and the crossroads of indie vs. traditional publishing.
Join us as we explore the journey of author @jcmberne.bsky.social—his beginnings, the moment he claimed the title of author, and the crossroads of indie vs. traditional publishing.
September 26, 2025 at 11:32 AM
Episode 47 | Interview with JCM Berne: No Books Were Harmed is Live!
Join us as we explore the journey of author @jcmberne.bsky.social—his beginnings, the moment he claimed the title of author, and the crossroads of indie vs. traditional publishing.
Join us as we explore the journey of author @jcmberne.bsky.social—his beginnings, the moment he claimed the title of author, and the crossroads of indie vs. traditional publishing.
Tune in tomorrow for a brans new episode with
JCM Berne!
JCM Berne!
September 25, 2025 at 11:30 AM
Tune in tomorrow for a brans new episode with
JCM Berne!
JCM Berne!
Sigil of Enderune by Rosaire Bushey is a classic-style fantasy perfect for readers who love Tolkien, Brooks, or the quiet wisdom of Earthsea—with mythic weight behind every choice.
Keep an eye out for Ro on Author Adjacent!
Full review below:
Keep an eye out for Ro on Author Adjacent!
Full review below:
September 22, 2025 at 11:51 AM
Sigil of Enderune by Rosaire Bushey is a classic-style fantasy perfect for readers who love Tolkien, Brooks, or the quiet wisdom of Earthsea—with mythic weight behind every choice.
Keep an eye out for Ro on Author Adjacent!
Full review below:
Keep an eye out for Ro on Author Adjacent!
Full review below:
This morning I’m reminded that creativity moves at its own pace.
Comparison only breeds discouragement.
Fast or slow, progress is progress.
What matters is showing up, keeping at it, and finding joy in the work.
Your story doesn’t need anyone else’s timeline.
Keep Writing
Comparison only breeds discouragement.
Fast or slow, progress is progress.
What matters is showing up, keeping at it, and finding joy in the work.
Your story doesn’t need anyone else’s timeline.
Keep Writing
September 21, 2025 at 10:55 AM
This morning I’m reminded that creativity moves at its own pace.
Comparison only breeds discouragement.
Fast or slow, progress is progress.
What matters is showing up, keeping at it, and finding joy in the work.
Your story doesn’t need anyone else’s timeline.
Keep Writing
Comparison only breeds discouragement.
Fast or slow, progress is progress.
What matters is showing up, keeping at it, and finding joy in the work.
Your story doesn’t need anyone else’s timeline.
Keep Writing
The City of Brass by S.A. Chakraborty is a richly layered fantasy with strong characters, powerful emotional beats, and a plot that grows more compelling with each chapter.
I had to read it after beta readers compared Crownfall to its rich political plot.
Check out my full review below:
I had to read it after beta readers compared Crownfall to its rich political plot.
Check out my full review below:
September 19, 2025 at 11:41 AM
The City of Brass by S.A. Chakraborty is a richly layered fantasy with strong characters, powerful emotional beats, and a plot that grows more compelling with each chapter.
I had to read it after beta readers compared Crownfall to its rich political plot.
Check out my full review below:
I had to read it after beta readers compared Crownfall to its rich political plot.
Check out my full review below:
I propose an enhanced alternative to lol aka "Laugh Out Loud".
lcoh aka "Literally Cackling Over Here"
You're Welcome
lcoh aka "Literally Cackling Over Here"
You're Welcome
September 18, 2025 at 8:29 PM
I propose an enhanced alternative to lol aka "Laugh Out Loud".
lcoh aka "Literally Cackling Over Here"
You're Welcome
lcoh aka "Literally Cackling Over Here"
You're Welcome
Reposted by Michael Vadney
Author Interview - Matteo L. Cerilli: moonlitgetaway.com/blog
Matteo's work includes the YA horror novel LOCKJAW (Tundra, 2024), middle grade ghost story SOMETHING'S UP WITH ARLO (Harper Collins Canada, 2025), and YA noir BAD IN THE BLOOD (Tundra, 2025).
#5amWritersClub
Matteo's work includes the YA horror novel LOCKJAW (Tundra, 2024), middle grade ghost story SOMETHING'S UP WITH ARLO (Harper Collins Canada, 2025), and YA noir BAD IN THE BLOOD (Tundra, 2025).
#5amWritersClub
September 17, 2025 at 10:40 AM
Author Interview - Matteo L. Cerilli: moonlitgetaway.com/blog
Matteo's work includes the YA horror novel LOCKJAW (Tundra, 2024), middle grade ghost story SOMETHING'S UP WITH ARLO (Harper Collins Canada, 2025), and YA noir BAD IN THE BLOOD (Tundra, 2025).
#5amWritersClub
Matteo's work includes the YA horror novel LOCKJAW (Tundra, 2024), middle grade ghost story SOMETHING'S UP WITH ARLO (Harper Collins Canada, 2025), and YA noir BAD IN THE BLOOD (Tundra, 2025).
#5amWritersClub
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⚔️ IT’S LIVE ⚔️
Join @mjkuhnbooks.bsky.social Greta Kelly and I as we discuss THE SHIFTING LANDSCAPE OF EPIC FANTASY with George R.R. Martin @robinhobb.bsky.social @brandonsanderson.com @rebeccaroanhorse.bsky.social & @ryancahill.bsky.social!
WATCH: youtu.be/OxhX_Ct9f-4
LISTEN: linktr.ee/SFFAddicts
Join @mjkuhnbooks.bsky.social Greta Kelly and I as we discuss THE SHIFTING LANDSCAPE OF EPIC FANTASY with George R.R. Martin @robinhobb.bsky.social @brandonsanderson.com @rebeccaroanhorse.bsky.social & @ryancahill.bsky.social!
WATCH: youtu.be/OxhX_Ct9f-4
LISTEN: linktr.ee/SFFAddicts
September 16, 2025 at 2:22 PM
⚔️ IT’S LIVE ⚔️
Join @mjkuhnbooks.bsky.social Greta Kelly and I as we discuss THE SHIFTING LANDSCAPE OF EPIC FANTASY with George R.R. Martin @robinhobb.bsky.social @brandonsanderson.com @rebeccaroanhorse.bsky.social & @ryancahill.bsky.social!
WATCH: youtu.be/OxhX_Ct9f-4
LISTEN: linktr.ee/SFFAddicts
Join @mjkuhnbooks.bsky.social Greta Kelly and I as we discuss THE SHIFTING LANDSCAPE OF EPIC FANTASY with George R.R. Martin @robinhobb.bsky.social @brandonsanderson.com @rebeccaroanhorse.bsky.social & @ryancahill.bsky.social!
WATCH: youtu.be/OxhX_Ct9f-4
LISTEN: linktr.ee/SFFAddicts
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⚔️ TOMORROW ⚔️ our epic @sffaddictspod.bsky.social panel on The Shifting Landscape of Epic Fantasy goes live, as we talk Tolkien, worldbuilding, magic and so much more! Don’t miss it.
The MONOLITH of TOLKIEN & LOTR with George R.R. Martin @robinhobb.bsky.social @brandonsanderson.com @rebeccaroanhorse.bsky.social & @ryancahill.bsky.social, LIVE at Worldcon @seattlein2025.org ⚔️
Watch/stream/download the full panel on Sept. 16:
linktr.ee/SFFAddicts
youtube.com/@FanFiAddict
Watch/stream/download the full panel on Sept. 16:
linktr.ee/SFFAddicts
youtube.com/@FanFiAddict
September 15, 2025 at 3:54 PM
⚔️ TOMORROW ⚔️ our epic @sffaddictspod.bsky.social panel on The Shifting Landscape of Epic Fantasy goes live, as we talk Tolkien, worldbuilding, magic and so much more! Don’t miss it.
Reposted by Michael Vadney
Reposted by Michael Vadney
Learn about the transition from hobbyist writer to professional author with Michael Vadney and Author Adjacent. Click the link in our comments to check it out!
#5amWritersClub #WritingCommunity
#5amWritersClub #WritingCommunity
September 15, 2025 at 10:56 AM
Learn about the transition from hobbyist writer to professional author with Michael Vadney and Author Adjacent. Click the link in our comments to check it out!
#5amWritersClub #WritingCommunity
#5amWritersClub #WritingCommunity
Working at a cafe today and in my rush to leave the house this morning I left my headphones and glasses at home...
Time to kick some ass anyways!
Time to kick some ass anyways!
September 15, 2025 at 3:06 PM
Working at a cafe today and in my rush to leave the house this morning I left my headphones and glasses at home...
Time to kick some ass anyways!
Time to kick some ass anyways!