Shelf Life with Skye Sisk
Step inside the library of the writers you admire with "Shelf Life," hosted by Skye Sisk. This Blackwarren Books podcast invites authors to share their lives as readers. Forget the usual interview questions; here, we explore the books that ignited their passion, the works they believe everyone should read, and the literary DNA that shapes their own voice. Each episode also includes a thoughtful discussion centered around one of the guest author's significant works, examined through the lens of influence and the power of reading. Tune in to "Shelf Life" for intimate conversations that reveal the stories behind the storytellers.
Jay Dragon
Skye talks with game designer Jay Dragon about playing with restrictions, engaging with paratext, the chessboard intruding into life, and what you can do with wizards.
Bitter Karella
Skye talks with writer Bitter Karella about the psychosis of Californian Republicans, getting lost in the woods, the pursuit of themes, what the big tits signify, and her first full-length novel, Moonflow.
Isaac Fellman
Skye talks with trans archivist and author Isaac Fellman about his newest book, Notes from a Regicide, as well as framing devices, gender-as-genre, feeling bad about a document, aesthetic maximalism, Enjolras and Grantaire, and models of goodness.
M.J. Baerman
In our premiere episode, host Skye sits down with M.J. Baerman for a fascinating conversation about her novel, Aether's Call. Discover the inspiration and intricacies behind Baerman's work, and get an exclusive peek at the books lining her personal shelves. Join us as M.J. Baerman shares not only insights into her own writing but also offers personal reading recommendations, giving you a unique glimpse into the literary world that fuels her imagination.