The Mythic Mic Podcast
Welcome to The Mythic Mic Podcast - a home for readers who dream in magic! Dive into the world of fantasy and romantasy with hosts Bethany Amanda and Sara Santillan, writers, storytellers, and book collectors obsessed with epic tales, swoon-worthy tropes, and magical worlds. Join us for deep dives into fantasy books, exclusive author interviews, monthly giveaways, and bookish discussions that will add endless reads to your TBR. Plus, don't miss our "Author's Version" episodes, where we share insider tips and advice to help aspiring authors write their first books! Whether you're a seasoned fantasy reader, a writer dreaming of publishing your own novel, or just discovering the magic, you belong here. Subscribe now and step into the adventure!
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Episodes
33 episodes
S.2 Ep. 19: Rewriting the Writer's Mind: Rachel Giffin on Confidence, Craft & the Creative Journey
🎙️ Welcome back to The Mythic Mic Podcast where creativity meets courage, stories are shaped long before they're written, and finishing a book starts with believing. This week, host Sara Santillan sits down with writin...
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41:45
S.2 Ep.18: Faith, Fury, and the Firebird: Inside Sarah Mughal Rana’s Fantasy Debut, Dawn of the Firebird
🎙️ Welcome back to The Mythic Mic Podcast — where fantasy blends craft and culture, heroines rise from discipline and conviction, and every story has a fire at its core.In this episode, hosts Bethany Amanda and Sara Sant...
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47:03
S.2 Ep. 17: Love Across Time: Elise Helliwell on Within the Space of a Second
🎙️ Welcome back to The Mythic Mic Podcast, where myths intertwine with reality, legends come to life, and fantasy is more than just a story!In this episode, hosts Bethany Amanda and Sara Santillan sit down with debut...
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36:32
S.2 Ep. 16: Alchemised: A Mythic Mic Deep Dive with Karina Giada (Part 2)
🎙️ Welcome back to The Mythic Mic Podcast, where worlds are built one choice at a time, magic always has a cost, and we believe side characters deserve just as much obsession as main ones.This week, we’re returning to Alchemis...
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Season 2
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Episode 16
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1:14:05
S.2 Ep. 15: The Love That Defied the Stars: Imani Erriu on Heavenly Bodies and Fallen Stars
🎙️ Welcome back to The Mythic Mic Podcast, where myths take shape, stories become prophecy, and romantasy is a way of life. Today, host Bethany Amanda sits down with bestselling author Imani Erriu, creator of Heavenly B...
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Season 2
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Episode 15
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46:57
S.2 Ep. 14: Editing Without Fear: A Bitch'n Guide for Aspiring Authors with Kate Black
🎙️ Welcome back to The Mythic Mic Podcast, where myths intertwine with creativity, writing gets real, and the path to publication is anything but ordinary.In this episode, hosts Bethany Amanda and Sara Santillan chat...
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Season 2
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Episode 14
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37:38
S.2 Ep. 13: Quicksilver Deep Dive: Fae Warriors, Vampire Curses, and the Brimstone Theories Keeping Us Up at Night
🎙️ Welcome back to The Mythic Mic Podcast — where myths meet magic and the world of romantasy comes alive!In this spoiler-filled deep dive, Bethany Amanda and Sara Santillan sit down with Janett, a de...
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Season 2
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Episode 13
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1:28:19
S.2 Ep. 12: Raiders, Laughter, and Fire-Breathing Lizards: Jackson Ford on The Bone Raiders and How to Write Fantasy that F*ing Slaps
🎙️ Welcome back to The Mythic Mic Podcast, where myths intertwine with reality, legends come to life, and fantasy is more than just a story!In this episode, co-host Sara Santillan sits down with international guest Jacks...
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Season 2
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Episode 12
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46:32
S.2 Ep. 11: Shelf-Made Publishers: How Bindery Books and Tastemakers Are Rewriting the Future of Publishing for Authors
🎙️ Welcome back to The Mythic Mic Podcast, where myths intertwine with reality, legends come to life, and fantasy is more than just a story!In this episode, host Sara Santillan sits down with Matt Kaye, co-founder an...
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Season 2
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Episode 11
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38:21
S.2 Ep. 10: Mythic Roundup - November Fantasy Reads
🎙️ Welcome back to The Mythic Mic Podcast, where myths intertwine with reality, legends come to life, and fantasy is more than just a story!In this episode, hosts Bethany Amanda and Sara Santillan dive into their ...
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Season 2
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Episode 10
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1:34:13
S.2 Ep. 9: Fairydale Fever Dream: Inside Veronica Lancet's Gothic Empire
🎙️ Welcome back to The Mythic Mic Podcast, where myths intertwine with reality, legends come to life, and fantasy is more than just a story!In this episode, host Bethany Amanda sits down with bestselling author Veronica ...
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Season 2
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Episode 9
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36:46
S.2 Ep. 8: Mythic Mic Deep Dive: Empire of the Vampire with Noah's Brisk Reviews
🎃 HALLOWEEN SPECIAL 🎃🎙️ Welcome back to The Mythic Mic Podcast, where myths intertwine with reality, legends come to life, and fantasy is more than just a story!For this spooktacular Halloween special, hosts...
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Season 2
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Episode 8
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1:07:55
S.2 Ep. 7: From Idea to Finished Novel One Habit at a Time: How Writing Habit Helps Authors Write and Publish Their Books
🎙️ Welcome back to The Mythic Mic Podcast, where myths intertwine with reality, legends come to life, and fantasy is more than just a story!In this episode, host Bethany Amanda sits down with Jed and Liz, the brillia...
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Season 2
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Episode 7
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41:55
S.2 Ep. 6: Copyright and Chaos: Inside the Fan Fiction Legal Debate with Attorney Kirk Sigmon
🎙️ Welcome back to The Mythic Mic Podcast, where myths intertwine with reality, legends come to life, and fantasy is more than just a story!In this special episode, host Bethany Amanda sits down with intellectual ...
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Season 2
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Episode 6
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37:55
S.2 Ep. 5: Alchemised: A Mythic Mic Deep Dive with Karina Giada (Part 1)
🎙️ Welcome back to The Mythic Mic Podcast, where myths intertwine with reality, legends come to life, and fantasy is more than just a story!In this special deep dive episode, hosts Bethany Amanda and Sara Santilla...
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Season 2
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Episode 5
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1:21:39
S.2 E.4 Where Darkness Bloomed: Greek Tragedy, Hades & Persephone, and K.D. Stark's Author Journey
🎙️ Welcome back to The Mythic Mic Podcast, where myths intertwine with reality, legends come to life, and fantasy is more than just a story!In this episode, hosts Bethany Amanda and Sara Santillan sit down with debut...
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Season 2
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Episode 4
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36:17
S.2 E.3: Navigating the Publishing Landscape with Books on the Grange
🎙️ Welcome to The Mythic Mic Podcast, where myths meet modern creativity, stories take flight, and now—authors find their voice.In this special new Aspiring Author Segment launch, co-hosts Bethany Amanda and Sara Santi...
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Season 2
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Episode 3
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31:06
S.2 Ep. 2: Mythic Roundup - October Fantasy Reads
🎙️ Welcome back to The Mythic Mic Podcast, where myths intertwine with reality, legends come to life, and fantasy is more than just a story!In this first ever Mythic Roundup episode, hosts Bethany Amanda and Sar...
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Season 2
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Episode 2
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1:39:55
S.2 Ep. 1: Kill the Beast: Debut Author Serra Swift on Crafting a Gothic Fairytale
🎙️ Welcome to Season 2 of The Mythic Mic Podcast, where myths intertwine with reality, legends come to life, and fantasy is more than just a story!In this episode, hosts Bethany Amanda and Sara Santillan sit down wit...
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Season 2
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Episode 1
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30:09
S.1 Ep. 13: Unlock the Dark: Magic, Monsters, and Morally Gray Choices with Sasa Hawk
🎙️ Welcome back to The Mythic Mic Podcast, where myths intertwine with reality, legends come to life, and fantasy is more than just a story! In this episode, host Bethany Amanda sits down with debut author Sasa Hawk, whose ...
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Season 1
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Episode 14
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38:22
S.1 Ep. 12: Myths, Moana, and Mermaids: Inside Whit Stanfield's Ocean-Born Romantasy
🎙️ Welcome back to The Mythic Mic Podcast, where myths intertwine with reality, legends come to life, and fantasy is more than just a story! In this episode, host Bethany Amanda is joined by co-host Jenn Acidera for a deep-...
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Season 1
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Episode 13
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39:12
S.1 Ep. 11: Hooves, Humor & Happily Ever After: Marina Stevenson's Magical Ride Through Behooved
🎙️ Welcome back to The Mythic Mic Podcast, where myths intertwine with reality, legends come to life, and fantasy is more than just a story! In this episode, host Bethany Amanda sits down with debut author Marina Stevenson, whose cozy, c...
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Season 1
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Episode 12
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27:29
S.1 Ep. 10: Smoke, Scar, and Subverted Tropes: How Gretchen Powell Fox Breaks Fantasy's Mold
🎙️ Welcome back to The Mythic Mic Podcast, where myths intertwine with reality, legends come to life, and fantasy is more than just a story! In this episode, host Bethany Amanda sits down with the globetrotting, purple-haired powerhouse behind ...
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Season 1
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Episode 10
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42:58
S.1 Ep. 9: Starborn Secrets & Shadow Games: Morgan Gauthier on Writing Romantasy We Can't Put Down
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Season 1
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Episode 9
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39:04
S.1 Ep. 8: Weaving the Winds of Fate: Inside Julie Johnson's New Elemental Fantasy Trilogy
🎙️ Welcome back to The Mythic Mic Podcast, where myths intertwine with reality, legends come to life, and fantasy is more than just a story! In this episode, host Bethany Amanda sits down with Sunday Times #1 bestselling author Julie Johnson to...
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Season 1
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Episode 8
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38:31