Episodes

  • Unwritten Paths Episode 007: Matthew Rotundo
    Jul 3 2025

    Matt Rotundo is my latest guest. Matt's a fantasy author from Omaha, Nebraska with several books out and dozens of short stories. He discovered he wanted to be a writer at the ripe old age of 8 and has since had some modest successes. On this episode, Matt talks about some creative avenues he takes to talk about and sell his books, and shares some pretty funny stories.

    Find out more about Matt Rotundo by visiting his website and facebook page. If you like what you hear, sign up for his newsletter and get a free story.

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    Music/podcast theme song by Yurii Semchyshyn

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    34 mins
  • Unwritten Paths Episode 006: Beaverdale Books
    Jun 26 2025

    Jan Kaiser from Beaverdale Books (Des Moines, Iowa) joins me for my first interview with an independent bookstore. We talk about Beaverdale Books' huge impact on local authors from the Des Moines area, and the Des Moines community at large. Plus Jan turns the table on me during "this or that".

    Find out more about Beaverdale Books and any of the number of events they have coming up by visiting their website, facebook or instagram pages. If you're in Des Moines, stop by and tell them Unwritten Paths sent you :)

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    Music/podcast theme song by Yurii Semchyshyn

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    24 mins
  • Unwritten Paths Episode 005: Amy Stanley
    Jun 19 2025

    This week I talk with Amy Stanley, a children's chapter book author from Omaha, Nebraska. Amy talks about how she developed the idea for her book, The Bookworms and shares a great story about where she found her illustrator for the book.

    Follow Amy on her Facebook and Instagram.

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    Music/podcast theme song by Yurii Semchyshyn

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    18 mins
  • Unwritten Paths Episode 004: Shawn Brink
    Jun 12 2025

    This week I talk with Omaha, NE author, Shawn Brink. Shawn is a Christian/Fantasy Horror author with six novels to his credit. He talks a bit about where his inspiration comes from, and goes pretty deep explaining a significant challenge he overcame. Enjoy!

    Follow Shawn on his website, Facebook, X (formerly Twitter) and Instagram.

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    Music/podcast theme song by Yurii Semchyshyn

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    27 mins
  • Unwritten Paths Episode 003: Kathy Nickerson
    Jun 5 2025

    This week I talk with Papillion, NE author, Kathy Nickerson. Kathy is a long-time writer with various credits to her name including six novels. She has some great anecdotes and stories from her career. She also touches on Imposter Syndrome, which I incorrectly managed to call Imitation Syndrome in my hot-take wrap-up recorded immediately following the interview. Enjoy!

    Follow Kathy on Facebook and her website

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    Music/podcast theme song by Yurii Semchyshyn

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    26 mins
  • Unwritten Paths Episode 002: PJ Brown
    May 28 2025

    This week I talk with Gretna, NE author, PJ Brown. PJ has released six novels since 2021 and has 2 WIPs. She was great to talk to. As my first interview for this podcast, she was gracious enough to learn a little along with me.

    Follow PJ and find her books here: https://linktr.ee/p.j.brown

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    Music/podcast theme song by Yurii Semchyshyn

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    18 mins
  • Unwritten Paths Episode 001: Introduction
    May 22 2025

    In my first episode, I explain what is Unwritten Paths and what the goal of this podcast is.

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    Music/podcast theme song by Yurii Semchyshyn

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    8 mins