The Sunborn's Sorrow

Brood - Complete

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Brood Part III

Hello and welcome to Realms! My name is Zach Roush, the writer and reader of Realms. Realms is a FREE monthly sci-fi and fantasy newsletter that takes you to new worlds once a month. Subscribe today so you get the next story right in your inbox! zacharyroush.substack.com [http://zacharyroush.substack.com] Here’s the cicada itself that inspired this story - give its haunting call a listen! This year, a HUGE brood of cicada emerged: https://cicadas.uconn.edu/ [https://cicadas.uconn.edu/] The Pharaoh cicada, also known as Magicicada septendecim, makes this terrifying sound that was in my head as Cleo chased Al: https://listeninginnature.blogspot.com/2016/06/the-pharaoh-of-cicadas.html#:~:text=People%20describe%20the%20song%20as,volume%20level%20at%20the%20end. [https://listeninginnature.blogspot.com/2016/06/the-pharaoh-of-cicadas.html#:~:text=People%20describe%20the%20song%20as,volume%20level%20at%20the%20end.] Some quick questions for you: * What did you think of this story? * Did you see the ending coming? * What kind of monster do you think Cleo is? Answer here: https://zacharyroush.substack.com/p/brood-part-iii [https://zacharyroush.substack.com/p/brood-part-iii] Next week I’ll compile the whole story into a single episode, then you can listen to it all at once or share with someone you know would love it.  I hope you’re well and that you’ll keep your eyes peeled for next month’s story.  Until next time Realm Walkers, I’m Zach and your listening to Realms. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit zacharyroush.substack.com/subscribe [https://zacharyroush.substack.com/subscribe?utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=CTA_2]

Brood Part II

Hello and welcome to Realms, a sci-fi and fantasy newsletter and podcast. I’m Zach Roush, the creator of Realms. Today’s story, Brood, is part two of three, and instead of enjoying my narration (if you’re listening, that is) you will be hearing the lovely voice of my friend, Cameron Daxon. Cameron is a writer, editor and occasional creative producer who lives in Los Angeles. He can be reached via LinkedIn for freelance opportunities in writing, voice acting, and more! [https://www.linkedin.com/in/cdax/] As always, this podcast is in text and podcast format. To get these stories in your inbox, subscribe for free: zacharyroush.substack.com [http://zacharyroush.substack.com] If you missed Brood Part I, read it here: https://zacharyroush.substack.com/p/brood-part-i [https://zacharyroush.substack.com/p/brood-part-i] Catch the final episode next month! You won’t believe what happens next. Subscribe to get it in your inbox! Until next time, Realm Walkers. -Zach This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit zacharyroush.substack.com/subscribe [https://zacharyroush.substack.com/subscribe?utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=CTA_2]

Brood Part I

Hello and welcome to Realms, a sci-fi and fantasy newsletter and podcast. I’m Zach Roush, the creator of Realms. Today’s story, Brood, is part one of three, and instead of enjoying my narration (if you’re listening, that is) you will be hearing the lovely voice of my friend, Cameron Daxon. Cameron is a writer, editor and occasional creative producer who lives in Los Angeles. He can be reached via LinkedIn for freelance opportunities. [https://www.linkedin.com/in/cdax/] As always, this podcast is in text and podcast format. to get these stories in your inbox, subscribe for free: zacharyroush.substack.com [http://zacharyroush.substack.com] Thank you for reading today’s story! Next Month with be part 2. Until next time, Realm Walkers My name is Zach and you’re reading Realms. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit zacharyroush.substack.com/subscribe [https://zacharyroush.substack.com/subscribe?utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=CTA_2]

The Sunborn's Sorrow

Hello and welcome to Realms. My name is Zach and I’m the writer and reader of Realms. I am a game writer and novelist currently living in sunny Southern California. Realms is a sci-fi and fantasy newsletter that lets you escape to new worlds every month, right from your inbox.  Subscribe today: zacharyroush.substack.com [http://zacharyroush.substack.com] Realms has gotten an upgrade! Thanks to Chloe W on Fiverr for the new, dope-as-hell intro and outro music! I’ve needed some for a long time and Chloe made it happen in 48 hours! https://www.fiverr.com/cmwattsmusic [https://www.fiverr.com/cmwattsmusic] The Sunborn’s Sorrow Until next time, Realm Walkers. You’re listening to Realms. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit zacharyroush.substack.com/subscribe [https://zacharyroush.substack.com/subscribe?utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=CTA_2]