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Beyond Redemption by Michael R. Fletcher – Chapter-by-Chapter Podcast Discussion | Page Chewing

Chapter-by-Chapter Podcast Discussions Beyond Redemption is a grimdark fantasy novel that rejects traditional power structures and heroic…

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Page Burners: Gardens of the Moon | Malazan Podcast Episode Guide

Page Burners is our ongoing group-read podcast series where we dive deep into major works of fantasy…

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SFINCS3 Semifinalist Review: From These Dark Abodes by Lyndsie Manusos

I read and reviewed From These Dark Abodes by Lyndsie Manusos as part of the SFINCS3 novella contest. My review is…

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THIS RIVER AWAKENS by Steven Erikson

Erikson is well known among us book tubers as the author of the fantastic epic fantasy series…

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SFINCS3 Semifinalist Review: The Butcher’s Lot by Cate Baumer

 I read The Butcher’s Lot by Cate Baumer as part of the SFINCS3 novella contest. My review is honest, and…

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Form Updates (Fixed)

You’ve probably noticed the forums are down. We’re having some technical difficulties and I’ve been unable to…

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SFINCS3 Semifinalist Review: Sunbathers by Lindz McLeod

I read and reviewed Sunbathers by Lindz McLeod as part of the SFINCS3 novella contest. My review…

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Top 5 Comics of 2025

2025 was a great year on Panel Chewing. Of course we had a few trombone worthy issues,…

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Book review: The Wickwire Watch (Riverfall Chronicles #1) by Jacquelyn Hagen

I was curious about The Wickwire Watch, having read some of the reviews when it was entered…

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THE CHRYSALIDS by John Wyndham

This short novel delves into another made up society in a post-apocalyptic world. Wyndham deftly blends new…

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Website Migration Updates

The website is currently being migrated to a new host. Unfortunately, these tasks had to be completed…

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The Magnus Archives podcast, Season Three. The image shows an old cassette tape, a skull and a feather quill.

The Magnus Archives Season Three by Jonathan Sims

The Magnus Archives, distributed by Rusty Quill and written by Jonathan Sims, who plays the Head Archivist…

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TIMESCAPE by Gregory Benford

Another month goes by and another Sci-fi Masterwork gets read. This one seemed intimidating at first glance….

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ARC Review: Learning to Bleed (Vampires of Coal Dust Book 2) by Cat Rector

Learning to Bleed continues the contemporary vampire story of Spencer and Laurel, which started in Coal Gets…

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Friday Conversation: Mythology Meets Modernity: Andrew Rubin’s ‘Hell or High Winter’ | Ep 156

In our latest episode, we dive into the creative world of Andrew Rubin, the author of “Hell…

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Spirits of Vengeance by Rob J Hayes

Spirits of Vengeance by Rob J Hayes

Spirits of Vengeance is the third of Rob J Hayes’ standalone novels which take place in his…

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The Dex Legacy Season Three by Emily Inkpen

The brilliant sci-fi audio drama The Dex Legacy is back for a third season after a successful…

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Interview with author Joseph Sterk

Author Joseph Sterk was gracious enough to visit Page Chewing to answer a few of our questions…

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The Scroungers by Thomas J Devens, narrated by RJ Bayley

The Scroungers by Thomas J Devens

The Scroungers by Thomas J Devens is one of a series of interconnected standalone novellas, which form…

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Friday Conversation: From Forum to Fantasy: The Making of ‘Carpentry in the Elven Forest’ | Ep 155

In this week’s episode of the Friday Conversation, we dive into the whimsical world of “Carpentry in…

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OATHBREAKERS: The War of Brothers That Shattered and Empire and Made Medieval Europe by Matthew Gabriele and David M. Perry

Alright fantasy fans, have I got a book for you! A history book that takes non-fiction and…

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The Oscars Project: West Side Story (1961)

In the latest episode of “The Oscars Project,” we dive into the 1961 Best Picture winner, “West…

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The Second Apocalypse Read Along Episodes with Daniel & Katerina (2002-2003)

If there’s one fantasy series built for deep dives, heated conversations, and big-brain theories, it’s R. Scott…

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Assorted Crisis Events #6 Review

“… the worst day together is better than the best day apart.” That quote hit really close…

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ARC Book Review: The Dead Man (Mennik Thorn #0.5) by Patrick Samphire

The Dead Man (Mennik Thorn 0.5) is a prequel novella for Samphire’s Mennik Thorn mage-for-hire series and…

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Exploring the Depths of B.R. Yeager’s Negative Space with Carl D. Albert

In the latest episode of our podcast, we dive into the haunting and intricate world of B….

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The Savage Sword of Conan: Reforged #1 Review

To hear more about this issue and other comics we pulled this week, click here. I’ve never…

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Panel Chewing’s Top 10 Horror Comics

It’s spooky season, so we decided to share our Top 10 Horror Comics. Jarrod and I will…

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As Good As Dead #2 by David and Maria Lapham Review

In two issues, the Lapham’s have established characters, motivations, conflict, family drama, setting, a crime to solve…

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SFINCS3 Round 1 Book Review: The Drowned Heir by Jennifer R. Donohue

The Drowned Heir is an intriguing maritime fantasy, filled with lyrical, evocative prose and set in a…

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Friday Conversation: The Legacy of Cold Fire: A Conversation with CS Friedman & Michael R. Fletcher | Ep 154

In this conversation, acclaimed authors CS Friedman and Michael R. Fletcher delve into the intricacies of fantasy…

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READ ALONG VS. READ ALONE

Regarding Song of the Mysteries by Janny Wurts: a masterwork of this level requires attention, active participation,…

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SFINCS 3 Round 1 Review: A Second Life Worth Living by Karen Lucia

The opening pages of this novella were horrifically disturbing. I found them very impactful and was a…

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All That We See or Seem by Ken Liu Review

Ken Liu is one of those authors that I’ll read anything he writes. After reading The Dandelion…

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SFINCS3 Round 1 Book Review: Water’s Edge by Ellie Lieberman

Beware the embrace of the water deepThe darkness pulls you down to sleepTo an early grave you…

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Exploring the Depths of R. Scott Bakker’s Quotes: A Journey Through Philosophy and Fantasy

In this episode, we embark on a fascinating journey through the intricate world of R. Scott Bakker’s…

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SFINCS3 Round1 Book Review: Dance With Me by Livia J. Elliot

This year, I am taking part in the SFINCS3 contest as a judge on the TBR team….

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SFINCS3 Round 1 Review: Skyfold by T. J. McKay

This year, I am taking part in the SFINCS3 contest as a judge on the TBR team….

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The Magnus Archives podcast, Season Two. The image shows an old cassette tape, a skull and a feather quill.

The Magnus Archives Season Two by Jonathan Sims

The Magnus Archives, distributed by Rusty Quill and written by Jonathan Sims, who plays the character of…

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Shapers of Worlds Volume V – a review

I was given a free copy of this anthology by contributor P.L. Stuart and asked to review…

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Burnout Season One by Lewis Carter

Released in the Spring of 2025, Burnout is a cyberpunk sci-fi podcast produced and directed by Chris…

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Promise WP Trilogy Book 3 By Bharat Krishnan

Promise by Bharat Krishnan

Promise concludes Bharat Krishnan’s WP Trilogy. All three books came out in rapid succession at the end…

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The Last Gasp of Midnight by Thomas Howard Riley- a review

Before I get too much into this review, I just need to point out one thing: The…

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The Winter Goddess by Megan Barnard – ARC review

The Winter Goddess is a tale steeped in Irish mythology, set in medieval times when the gods,…

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Assorted Crisis Events #5 Review

To listen to our Panel Chewing episodes, check out the podcast: https://pagechewing.buzzsprout.com I know I’m a couple…

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The Magnus Archives Season One by Jonathan Sims

The Magnus Archives began in 2016 as a weekly horror fiction anthology podcast distributed by Rusty Quill….

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Crafting Worlds: Thomas J. Devens on Fantasy, Magic, and Storytelling

Find the episode here: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1793148/episodes/17671176 Introduction: Thomas J. Devons, a name synonymous with epic fantasy, has carved…

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An Unlikely Coven by AM Kvita – An ARC Review

An Unlikely Coven is a fun urban fantasy tale of found family fighting against all odds to…

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The Broken Sword by L.L. MacRae – ARC review

The Broken Sword (Dragon Spirits #3) is the final chapter in L.L. MacRae’s fabulous character-driven fantasy series,…

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10 Questions for Jarrod (The Fantasy Thinker)

It’s time for another 10 Questions post! This week our latest victim is Jarrod from The Fantasy…

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The Oscars Project: “The Apartment” (1960)

It started as a simple idea—watch every Best Picture Oscar winner, year by year, and see what…

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Sleep #3 Comic Review

Click here to listen to the latest podcast to hear about the other comics we read this…

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The Isle in the Silver Sea by Tasha Suri – ARC review

The Isle in the Silver Sea is a sapphic love story set in an alternate version of…

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Season of Vengeance by A.J. Rettger- a review

*I received a free ARC of this book in exchange for an honest review* I meant to…

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Coal Gets in Your Veins by Cat Rector – a review

Coal Gets in Your Veins is a contemporary urban fantasy with cosmic horror overtones, from one of…

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The Execution of Rooker Flynn by A.R. Witham – an ARC review

The Execution of Rooker Flynn is a book about an enduring, life-affirming friendship made unshakeable by an…

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A Quiet Vengeance by Tim Hardie – a review

Tim Hardie’s low fantasy novel A Quiet Vengeance brings all the exotic flavour of the Middle East…

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