Interview: "Perilous Times" by Thomas D. Lee

Jonny interviews fantasy author Thomas D. Lee about his debut novel, which is out now. Perilous Times is a contemporary fantasy that pits the Knights of the Round Table against the existential threats of the 21st century, like political polarization and climate change. We discuss the inspiration behind the book, the lasting appeal of King Arthur, diversity in fantasy, advice for aspiring writers, and the intricacies of the publishing process.

Buy Perilous Times on Bookshop.org and discover more historical fiction and Arthurian retellings recommended by Thomas: https://bookshop.org/lists/king-arthur-and-the-knights-of-the-round-table-in-the-21st-century

Jonny Eberle is a writer, podcaster, filmmaker, and photographer. He lives in Tacoma, WA with his family, a dog, and three adorable typewriters. His fiction has appeared in Creative Colloquy, Grit City Magazine, and All Worlds Wayfarer. You can find more of his writing and subscribe to his monthly email newsletter at jweberle.com.

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Transcript: https://obscurestudios.net/podcasts/podcast-transcripts/transcripts-dispatches-with-jonny-eberle/s2e10-transcript-perilous-times/

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