2026 Finding Fantasy Reads Awards [Bonus Episode]

2026 Finding Fantasy Reads Awards [Bonus Episode]

In this episode you'll hear which stories and authors were most played and most appreciated for Season Three. Award Winners: Most Played Episode Award: Captivated by Roseanna M. White [https://www.findingfantasyreads.com/podcast/captivated-by-roseanna-m-white/] - Find her Awakened series here [http://www.roseannamwhite.com/fantasy] Narrator's Choice Awards: Paeter - Claws, Collars, and Curses by Daisy Graves [https://www.findingfantasyreads.com/podcast/claws-collars-and-curses-by-daisy-graves-1/] - Find more of her books here [https://www.daisygravesauthor.com/] Karyne - Of Pumpkins and Golden Apples by Hannah Carter [https://www.findingfantasyreads.com/podcast/of-pumpkins-and-golden-apples-by-hannah-carter/] - Check out her website here [https://www.authorhannahcarter.com/] Listeners' Choice Awards: Romantic Fantasy - After Stars Fall by Nicole Wheeler [https://www.findingfantasyreads.com/podcast/after-the-stars-fall-by-nicole-wheeler/] - Check out her website here [https://nicolewheeler.com/] Fantasy Adventure - The Tinker by Emily Barnett [https://www.findingfantasyreads.com/podcast/the-tinker-by-emily-barnett/] - Check out her website here [https://emilybarnettauthor.com/] YA Fantasy - Beyond the Shimmer by Rachel A. Greco [https://www.findingfantasyreads.com/podcast/beyond-the-shimmer-by-rachel-a-greco/] - Get her free collection of short stories here [https://dashboard.mailerlite.com/forms/1056659/158022439142426413/share] Epic/High Fantasy - A Descent of Dragons by Jasmine Young [https://www.findingfantasyreads.com/podcast/a-descent-of-dragons-by-jasmine-young/] - Snag the first book in the series here [https://amzn.to/49VupbJ] Flash Fiction - The Water Hazard on Hole 18 by J.M. Allison [https://www.findingfantasyreads.com/podcast/four-havok-flash-fiction-stories-2/] - Check out her website here [http://jmallisonauthor.com/] Looking for something else to listen to while waiting for Season 4 to start on August 4th? Check out Karyne's audiobook podcast, where you can listen to her entire debut epic fantasy novel for free: Blood of the Stars. [https://www.karynenorton.com/audio] Enjoying the podcast? Consider donating toward podcast expenses or joining our volunteer staff [http://www.findingfantasyreads.com/volunteer] to help us make more episodes!

Four More Havok Flash Fiction Stories by Morgan Busse, JM Allison, HM Hershberger, and Steve Rzasa [Fantasy Flash Fiction]

In this episode you'll hear four flash fictions from Morgan L. Busse, JM Allision, H.M. Hershberger, and Steve Rzasa that span the fantasy genre, all originally published by Havok. These stories are narrated by Paeter Frandsen and Karyne Norton. Important Links: The Authors: Morgan L. Busse's website [http://www.morganlbusse.com/]. Preorder Winter's Dawn on Amazon. [https://amzn.to/4d2OD6L] JM Allison's website [http://jmallisonauthor.com/]. H.M. Hershberger's email list sign up [https://hmhershberger.kit.com/280e43bfd8]. Steve Rzasa's website [https://steverzasa.com/]. Don't forget to check out the Tangents [https://steverzasa.com/books/tangents-an-anthology-of-the-interstice] anthology, featuring Covet Not and many other stories. The Narrators: Paeter Frandsen's website [http://www.christiangeekcentral.com] Karyne Norton's website [https://www.karynenorton.com] This month’s giveaway [https://www.findingfantasyreads.com/giveaway] Be sure to cast your vote for this season's Finding Fantasy Reads Awards at findingfantasyreads.com/vote [http://findingfantasyreads.com/vote]. Find the full show notes [https://findingfantasyreads.com/four-havok-flash-fiction-stories-2] on our website.

Queen's Game by Ashley Schaller [Epic Fantasy]

In this episode you'll hear an epic fantasy short story from Ashley Schaller featuring a young woman challenging her nation's throne. Queen's Game is narrated by Karyne Norton. Important Links: The Author: Ashley Schaller's website [https://ashleyschaller.com] Discover more stories from Quill & Flame authors in the Tails, Scales, and Tiaras [https://amzn.to/4nf8wu5] anthology. The Narrator: Karyne Norton's website [https://www.karynenorton.com] This month’s giveaway [https://www.findingfantasyreads.com/giveaway] Instructions on how to subscribe to the podcast [https://www.findingfantasyreads.com/how-do-i-subscribe] Voting for the Finding Fantasy Reads awards opens next week. Be sure to cast your vote at findingfantasyreads.com/vote [http://findingfantasyreads.com/vote]. Find the full show notes [https://www.findingfantasyreads.com/queens-game-by-ashley-schaller] on our website.

Captivated by Roseanna M. White [Romantic Fantasy]

In this episode you'll hear a short story from Roseanna M. White filled with underwater adventures and romance. Captivated is narrated by Karyne Norton. Important Links: The Author: Roseanna M. White's website [http://www.roseannamwhite.com/] The Narrator: Karyne Norton's website [https://www.karynenorton.com] Don't forget to check out this month’s giveaway [https://www.findingfantasyreads.com/giveaway] for the chance to stock your personal library with books from our featured authors! Instructions on how to leave a review for the podcast [https://www.findingfantasyreads.com/how-do-i-leave-a-review] Find the full show notes [https://www.findingfantasyreads.com/captivated-by-roseanna-m-white] on our website.

The Book Doctor's Apprentice by Laurel A. Burlew [High Fantasy]

In this episode you'll hear a high fantasy short story from Laurel A. Burlew filled with books, mysterious magic, and apprentices. The Book Doctor's Apprentice is narrated by Paeter Frandsen. Important Links: The Author: Laurel's website [http://www.laurelanneburlew.com/] and Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/laurelanneburlew/] The Narrator: Paeter Frandsen's website [http://www.christiangeekcentral.com] This month’s giveaway [https://www.findingfantasyreads.com/giveaway] Find the full show notes [https://www.findingfantasyreads.com/the-book-doctors-apprentice-by-laurel-a-burlew] on our website.