In our latest episode, we're not just scratching the surface; we're burrowing deep into the heart of Grimdark's defining elements. This spirited conversation with fellow authors unveils a tapestry of perspectives on what makes a novel fit this slippery genre. From the misnomer of required nihilism to the essential complexity of characters and the unpredictable beats of their stories, we dissect the anatomy of Grimdark, showing how authentic conflict and the weight of consequence create an experience that resonates on a profoundly human level. Intro 1:50  Faye (Sienna Frost) 11:46 Krystle Matar & Angela Boord 16:36 Peter McLean 17:21 Anna Smith Spark 19:48 Zamil Akhtar 23:11 Armanis Ar-feinial 26:27 Holly Tinsley 27:33 Richard Nell, Sarah Chorn, Michael R. Fletcher, Faye and Slowly RedSienna Frost Interview Podcast: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1793148/10... PAGE CHEWING With P.L. Stuart & Guests Krystal Matar & Angela Boord Podcast: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1793148/10... Peter McLean Interview *Podcast: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1793148/10... Anna Smith Spark Interview *Podcast: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1793148/ep... Gunmetal Gods Discussion w/ Zamil Akhtar, P.L. Stuart, PageChewing.comPAGECHEWING: Comics & Manga PodcastFilm Chewing PodcastBuy me a coffeeLinktreeLogo by The GlimmerTwin Art HouseJoin Riverside.fm