The Truth About Storytelling
A podcast for writers, readers, and creatives. On Wednesdays, host Tyrean Martinson will share insights into writing, sharing work, the hard work of repeating those actions, and seeking joy during all. On Fridays, Tyrean will share some of her own written work.
- Update frequency
- every 5 days
- Average duration
- 25 minutes
- Episodes
- 92
- Years Active
- 2024 - 2025
Episode 50: The Christmas Episode for Writers
In this episode, I discuss the main themes of Christmas stories and why I believe they are so beloved for the winter season and beyond.
As I mentioned in the episode, I am taking part in the Tales of …
Episode 49: Fiction - Champion in the Darkness, Chapters 32-35
In this episode, I read Chapters 32-35 from Champion in the Darkness, my first published novel.
Thanks for listening!
Episode 48: Writing - Holidays and Fiction Writing
In this episode, I discuss how we can create fun fiction with holiday-themed stories, specifically focusing on lesser known holidays and how they can be enjoyed through different genres. I give speci…
Episode 47: Fiction Episode - Champion in the Darkness, chapters 27-31
Hello! I hope you enjoy hearing this section of chapters from my first ever published novel! I will be finishing the book in the next two episodes and then sharing a few holiday-themed fiction episod…
Episode #46: Writing Episode - 4 More Action Items from Author Nation and Thanksgiving
Welcome to The Truth About Storytelling! Today I am sharing four more Action Items (Tips) from Author Nation and some thanksgiving.
If you haven't yet, be sure to download a free copy of Dark Secrets:…
Fiction Friday: Champion in the Darkness, Chapters 25 and 26
Welcome! In today's episode, I am sharing a reading from Champion in the Darkness.
If you would like to read it as an ebook, I am giving away free ebook copies with a newsletter sign up through the No…
Episode #44 Writing Episode: Author Nation Notes, 3 Action Items (Tips?) and Upcoming Episodes
In this episode, I rave about Author Nation, share three action items (almost writing tips) out of seven that I plan to work on for next year, and discuss what's coming next in future episodes.
Links:…
Writing Episode: Author Nation, Rave, First Book Review for Dark Blade Forged, and More
Welcome! I'll be adding the show links first with brief notes about sections after the links.
Author Nation - Rave - Dark Blade Forged's First Review - Dark Blade Forged Universal Link
Fiction Friday Episode - Chapters 23 and 24 of Champion in the Darkness
In this episode, I read out loud Chapters 23 and 24 of Champion in the Darkness, discuss how the book lines up with my new book Dark Blade Forged, and point out three areas I noticed while reading it…
Episode #41 Writing Episode: Celebrations, New Book Release(s), and IWSG mention
Show Notes:
Celebrations are important! Do you celebrate your wins?
Show Links:
Dark Blade Buy Links: Books2Read Universal Link
Amazon Universal Link with Books 2 Read
Book Funnels This Mo…
Episode #40 Writing Episode: World-Building, Work, Part 3
In this episode, I continue my discussion about "work" in world-building and setting.
Before I get to the questions I am considering for today's episode, I want to mention I have a book coming out nex…
Writing Episode: World-building - Work, part 2
Hello and welcome to the Truth About Storytelling! Today's episode is all about "work" in the fictional worlds we create. At what age are your characters in your world/settings/culture expected to wo…
Episode #38: Writing Episode: Worldbuilding, Setting, and Work
Mentions and Links:
The Ranger’s Apprentice by John Flanagan
Writing the Shadow: Turn Your Inner Darkness Into Words by Joanna Penn
Bookfunnels
Episode #36 Fiction Friday - Champion in the Darkness, Chapter 22 and Lifelong Learning as a Writer
In this episode, I read Chapter 22 of Champion in the Darkness. Plus, I discuss some pesky logistics of podcasting along with some things I've learned since I wrote this book over thirteen years ago.…
Episode #35 World-Building with Societal Structures and a Book Review
In this episode, I discuss the nuances of including small details like licensing in world-building for contemporary, fantasy, and science fiction. I also give a book review for The Immortal Abyss by …
Fiction Friday: Champion in the Darkness, Chapter 21 and a Book Review
In this episode, I read Champion in the Darkness, Chapter 21, share a book review, and a giveaway.
Links for this Show:
I'm giving away up to 53 copies o…
Episode #33: World-building #6 Communication and Some Book News
Hello and welcome! In today's episode, I discuss communication in world-building, both the practical aspects based on time in history, fantasy, contemporary or futuristic fiction, as well as the aspe…
Episode 32: Fiction Friday - Champion in the Darkness 19 and 20, plus birthday giveaways
In this episode, I am reading out loud Chapters 19 and 20 from Champion in the Darkness. In addition to that, I want to wish everyone with August birthdays a very happy birthday!
I read Sean McLachlan…
Episode 31: Pivoting as an Author, Pros, Cons, and Questions
In this one-off episode, I discuss reasons authors might want to pivot in their author business or writing, what some pros and cons are with pivoting, and questions to use when considering pivoting. …