<![CDATA[Unshelved Authors' Presents]]>Every great story is haunted by reality. Welcome to Unshelved Authors' Presents, a podcast for writers, myth-lovers, and rebel intellectuals who aren't afraid of the dark and messy world of writing.

Hosted by indie novelist C. S. Hendricks, this show pulls back the curtain on the creative process by exploring the unsettling inspirations behind fiction. From the terrifying lore of ancient mythology and the chilling facts of true crime, to the deeply personal journey of Christian deconstruction, we dissect how real-world unraveling turns into captivating storytelling.

Pull a book off the shelf, pour a fresh brew, and join us for unscripted author interviews, subversive book reviews, and deep dives into the margin notes of history. New episodes drops on Tuesdays & Thursdays.

]]>https://riverside.comRiverside.fm (https://riverside.com)Fri, 16 Oct 2026 14:54:13 GMTWed, 09 Sep 2026 21:33:06 GMT60Courtney Hendricks<p><b>Every great story is haunted by reality. Welcome to Unshelved Authors' Presents, a podcast for writers, myth-lovers, and rebel intellectuals who aren't afraid of the dark and messy world of writing.</b></p><p><b>Hosted by indie novelist C. S. Hendricks, this show pulls back the curtain on the creative process by exploring the unsettling inspirations behind fiction. From the terrifying lore of ancient mythology and the chilling facts of true crime, to the deeply personal journey of Christian deconstruction, we dissect how real-world unraveling turns into captivating storytelling.</b></p><p><b>Pull a book off the shelf, pour a fresh brew, and join us for unscripted author interviews, subversive book reviews, and deep dives into the margin notes of history. New episodes drops on Tuesdays &amp; Thursdays.</b></p>episodicCourtney Hendricksunshelvedauthors@gmail.comno<![CDATA[Teacups &Tangents: Interview with Lizabeth]]>Hi Courtney,


I’m so excited as well! I’ll be online in about 10 minutes. Thank you for sending me the rundown, and here are the items you requested:


  • Short bio: Lizabeth Phoenix is a multi-published grim dark fantasy author, FromSoftware fan, and character artist. Her life’s goal is to write morally midnight characters and battle-cry-worthy victories because light shines brightest in darkness. When not writing or fighting the South Carolina heat, she spends hours immersed in the worlds of A Song of Ice and Fire and Elden Ring.  
  • Social links: all findable here —  https://www.lizabethphoenix.com/links 
  • Cover attached, and here’s the book link for purchase — https://books2read.com/u/3LQodX 
  • Headshot attached, if you need one in full color please let me know and I can provide that!
]]>027567bf-fab4-4bf1-ad97-074f7144f8beTue, 13 Oct 2026 11:00:00 GMT<p>Hi Courtney,</p><p><br /></p><p>I’m so excited as well! I’ll be online in about 10 minutes. Thank you for sending me the rundown, and here are the items you requested:</p><p><br /></p><ul><li>Short bio: Lizabeth Phoenix is a multi-published grim dark fantasy author, <i><em>FromSoftware</em></i> fan, and character artist. Her life’s goal is to write morally midnight characters and battle-cry-worthy victories because light shines brightest in darkness. When not writing or fighting the South Carolina heat, she spends hours immersed in the worlds of <i><em>A Song of Ice and Fire</em></i> and <i><em>Elden Ring.  </em></i></li><li>Social links: all findable here —  <a href="https://www.lizabethphoenix.com/links" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.lizabethphoenix.com/links</a> </li><li>Cover attached, and here’s the book link for purchase — <a href="https://books2read.com/u/3LQodX" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">https://books2read.com/u/3LQodX</a> </li><li>Headshot attached, if you need one in full color please let me know and I can provide that!</li></ul>no01:42:4417Teacups &Tangents: Interview with Lizabethfull<![CDATA[Teacups & Tangents: Interview with Makayla ]]>Makayla Lynn is a hyper soul full of daydreams and coffee. She lives in China with her son, husband, and a half blind street cat and spends her days crafting a never-ending list of to be written stories.


Makaylalynnbooks.com

Social: Instagram Makayla_Lynn_Typingupastorm


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]]>0085cdb8-8b23-486f-94fd-d991c837253bTue, 06 Oct 2026 11:00:00 GMT<p>Makayla Lynn is a hyper soul full of daydreams and coffee. She lives in China with her son, husband, and a half blind street cat and spends her days crafting a never-ending list of to be written stories.</p><p><br /><a href="http://Makaylalynnbooks.com" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Makaylalynnbooks.com</a></p><p>Social: Instagram Makayla_Lynn_Typingupastorm</p><p><br /></p><p>If you are interested in being a Sponsor, Please reach out to me at <a href="mailto:unshelvedauthors@gmail.com" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">unshelvedauthors@gmail.com</a> for our media kit. Let's Grow Together!</p>no01:31:55Teacups & Tangents: Interview with Makayla full<![CDATA[Drafting in the Dark: Planning novel "Masks of White & Steel"]]>Author C. S. Hendricks shares her creative process and research for her upcoming novel inspired by post-war Japan and the life of a geisha. She discusses historical accuracy, character development, and the blending of fantasy elements.

  • Author's creative process for a new novel
  • Researching post-war Japan and geisha culture
  • Balancing historical accuracy with fantasy elements
  • Character development and naming conventions
  • The importance of legacy and family history in storytelling
  • Using AI for brainstorming titles and names
  • The impact of war on Japanese society and families
  • Drafting a novel in 90 days


]]>6f9c3627-0a9e-4fbf-a07d-7dca56ca8eb1Thu, 08 Oct 2026 11:00:00 GMT<p>Author C. S. Hendricks shares her creative process and research for her upcoming novel inspired by post-war Japan and the life of a geisha. She discusses historical accuracy, character development, and the blending of fantasy elements.</p><ul><li>Author's creative process for a new novel</li><li>Researching post-war Japan and geisha culture</li><li>Balancing historical accuracy with fantasy elements</li><li>Character development and naming conventions</li><li>The importance of legacy and family history in storytelling</li><li>Using AI for brainstorming titles and names</li><li>The impact of war on Japanese society and families</li><li>Drafting a novel in 90 days</li></ul><p><br /></p>no00:49:4916Drafting in the Dark: Planning novel "Masks of White & Steel"full<![CDATA[Margin Notes & Mythos: Edgar Allen Poe pt1]]>In this episode, the host explores the literary genius of Edgar Allan Poe through his most famous stories and poems, analyzing themes of madness, death, and human obsession. A deep dive into Poe's storytelling techniques and legacy offers valuable insights for literature enthusiasts.

 key  topics

Analysis of Tall Tale Heart and its themes of guilt and obsession

Exploration of The Mask of the Red Death and its commentary on arrogance and mortality

Interpretation of The Raven as a symbol of grief and longing

Revenge and justice in The Cask of Amontillado

Poe's storytelling techniques and psychological insights




]]>6a24084b-c362-414d-9e6e-44542e551c3cThu, 01 Oct 2026 15:37:17 GMT<p>In this episode, the host explores the literary genius of Edgar Allan Poe through his most famous stories and poems, analyzing themes of madness, death, and human obsession. A deep dive into Poe's storytelling techniques and legacy offers valuable insights for literature enthusiasts.</p><p> key  topics</p><p>Analysis of Tall Tale Heart and its themes of guilt and obsession</p><p>Exploration of The Mask of the Red Death and its commentary on arrogance and mortality</p><p>Interpretation of The Raven as a symbol of grief and longing</p><p>Revenge and justice in The Cask of Amontillado</p><p>Poe's storytelling techniques and psychological insights</p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p>no01:33:1714Margin Notes & Mythos: Edgar Allen Poe pt1full<![CDATA[Margin Notes & Mythos: Deep dive into Memoirs of a Geisha]]>Memoirs of a Geisha: Mineko Iwasaki, Stolen Identities, and the Truth Behind the Silk

In 2001, Japan’s most legendary geiko, Mineko Iwasaki, sued American author Arthur Golden after he breached an explicit confidentiality agreement by naming her in the acknowledgments of Memoirs of a Geisha—sparking severe death threats and forcing her out of her community. But the breach of contract was only part of the damage: Golden took the lived reality of Japan's top performance artist and retrofitted it into a sensationalized, hyper-sexualized Orientalist novel.

In this deep-dive episode, we tear down the myths, unpack the court receipts, and restore the historical reality of the karyukai.

]]>4dff8fde-0993-4665-aa20-7ae02700d14fTue, 29 Sep 2026 11:00:00 GMTDeconstructing <i><em>Memoirs of a Geisha</em></i>: Mineko Iwasaki, Stolen Identities, and the Truth Behind the Silk<p>In 2001, Japan’s most legendary <i><em>geiko</em></i>, Mineko Iwasaki, sued American author Arthur Golden after he breached an explicit confidentiality agreement by naming her in the acknowledgments of <i><em>Memoirs of a Geisha</em></i>—sparking severe death threats and forcing her out of her community. But the breach of contract was only part of the damage: Golden took the lived reality of Japan's top performance artist and retrofitted it into a sensationalized, hyper-sexualized Orientalist novel.</p><p>In this deep-dive episode, we tear down the myths, unpack the court receipts, and restore the historical reality of the <i><em>karyukai</em></i>.</p>no00:46:3013Margin Notes & Mythos: Deep dive into Memoirs of a Geishafull<![CDATA[Teacups & Tangents with Joonie P.]]>The mind behind Possessed and The Modern Black Housewife Project, Joonie P builds worlds where danger, suspense, and lust collide in beautiful chaos. She writes about women who are the villain, the lover, and the legend, all in one body. Her stories peel back the layers of desire and survival, revealing what happens when a woman chooses herself…even if it destroys everything else.

All of my books are available on Amazon & KU. Signed copies are available on my website www.JoonieP.com

@Official_JoonieP on Instagram and threads

@OfficialJoonieP on Tiktok

If you are interested in being a Sponsor, Please reach out to me at unshelvedauthors@gmail.com for our media kit. Let's Grow Together!


]]>cef5b7a6-ac72-41fc-b135-173f4f26fe40Tue, 22 Sep 2026 11:00:00 GMT<p>The mind behind Possessed and The Modern Black Housewife Project, Joonie P builds worlds where danger, suspense, and lust collide in beautiful chaos. She writes about women who are the villain, the lover, and the legend, all in one body. Her stories peel back the layers of desire and survival, revealing what happens when a woman chooses herself…even if it destroys everything else.</p><p></p><p>All of my books are available on Amazon &amp; KU. Signed copies are available on my website <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://www.JoonieP.com" target="_blank">www.JoonieP.com</a></p><p>@Official_JoonieP on Instagram and threads</p><p>@OfficialJoonieP on Tiktok</p><p></p><p>If you are interested in being a Sponsor, Please reach out to me at <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="mailto:unshelvedauthors@gmail.com" target="_blank">unshelvedauthors@gmail.com</a> for our media kit. Let's Grow Together!</p><p><br /></p>no00:39:5115Teacups & Tangents with Joonie P.full<![CDATA[Teacups and Tangents]]>Chelsea Burton Dunn is a Kansas City native—Missouri side, which absolutely matters if you ask a local. She’s a mom of two, married to her favorite human, and shares her home with three snuggly cats and one very enthusiastic eater of a dog.

Drawn to the strange from the start, Chelsea fell hard for paranormal, supernatural, and fantasy stories, and never grew out of it (despite what everyone hoped). She began writing young, even finishing a vampire novel in high school, and is now bringing that story back to life. A former opera chorus kid turned dark storyteller, Chelsea writes about love, loss, and the chaos in between, with a touch of magic and monsters, because as she’s always said, the ones in her head deserve their turn on the page.

]]>03837bd4-49a5-4f0d-b87c-a21b6fbac4b9Thu, 10 Sep 2026 18:27:37 GMT<p>Chelsea Burton Dunn is a Kansas City native—Missouri side, which absolutely matters if you ask a local. She’s a mom of two, married to her favorite human, and shares her home with three snuggly cats and one very enthusiastic eater of a dog. </p><p></p><p>Drawn to the strange from the start, Chelsea fell hard for paranormal, supernatural, and fantasy stories, and never grew out of it (despite what everyone hoped). She began writing young, even finishing a vampire novel in high school, and is now bringing that story back to life. A former opera chorus kid turned dark storyteller, Chelsea writes about love, loss, and the chaos in between, with a touch of magic and monsters, because as she’s always said, the ones in her head deserve their turn on the page.</p>no01:21:5111Teacups and Tangentsfull