In this episode of Epic Realms, Nick welcomes debut author Lenora Woods, whose new novel Roll for Romance brings Dungeons & Dragons energy to the world of contemporary rom-coms.

Lenora shares her journey from gamer and fanfiction writer to published novelist, and how her love for geek culture, fantasy, and character-driven stories shaped her writing. From Renaissance faires to video games, Lenora’s world blends heartfelt emotion and nerdy joy, and her book is no exception.

We dive into the surreal experience of launching her first book, how readers are connecting with her characters, and what makes Roll for Romance a unique read for fans of both romance and tabletop RPGs. Plus, hear what’s next for Lenora as she embarks on her author journey. Find all her stuff here! https://www.lenorawoods.com/ Also don't forget to visit our Official Website! https://EpicRealmsMedia.com

For our milestone 100th episode, Epic Realms welcomes back our very first guest: award-winning game designer, puzzle mastermind, and president of Lone Shark Games, Mike Selinker.

Mike and Nick dive into how the tabletop world has shifted since the pandemic — from game store survival to unexpected hits and long-delayed projects now seeing the light of day. We check in on Lone Shark Games, Monster Academy, Betrayal at House on the Hill, and new puzzle experiences like Lexicon Lane at Washington DC’s Planet Word Museum.

We also explore the the landscape and challenges of the game industry in our current time, and the evolution of the industry. As well as their new puzzle kickstarter!

Don’t miss this fun, full-circle conversation with one of the most fascinating minds in games — only on Epic Realms. https://www.lonesharkgames.com

Puzzle Party on Backerkit - https://www.backerkit.com/c/projects/lone-shark-games/the-hunting-of-the-shark-lone-shark-puzzle-books

Lexicon Lane -Washington DC Planet Word Museum Exhibit. https://planetwordmuseum.org/lexicon-lane/ Epic Realms Website - www.EpicRealmsMedia.com

In this episode of Epic Realms, host Nick sits down with poet and editor Hailey Spencer to explore her journey through storytelling, healing, and self-discovery. Hailey shares how her childhood shaped her creative path and how she came to embrace poetry as her chosen medium. Together, they dive deep into the meaning of fairy tales, folklore, myths, and legends, unpacking their differences and emotional resonance.

Hailey offers thoughtful insight into how writing can be both therapeutic and challenging, and how her own struggles became part of the stories she tells. The conversation also covers the evolution of her work across collections, culminating in her latest book, Glass Labyrinth, a unique choose-your-own-path poetry experience. https://www.haileyspencerwrites.com/ Also Check out our new website at EpicRealmsMedia.com