Dungeon Crawlers Radio

What does it take to sustain a magical world across twelve books? Today, we’re joined by Katie Cross, the powerhouse YA author who has captivated readers with her sprawling tales of witches, high-stakes sorcery, and dragon fire.

We dive deep into her latest release, The Path of Fire (The Network Series, Book 12), exploring how she keeps the stakes high and the magic fresh after over a decade of world-building. Beyond the page, Katie opens up about her journey through the evolving landscape of publishing, the unique art of bringing stories to life through audiobooks, and her advice for writers looking to find their own "spark."

Whether you’re a longtime fan of the Network Series or an aspiring author, this conversation is packed with enough inspiration to fuel your next big adventure.

This week on Dungeon Crawlers Radio, we venture into the gritty, neon-drenched frontiers of the galaxy with acclaimed Australian author Jeremy Szal. Jeremy joins us to discuss his unique brand of "spacepunk" and gothic space opera, diving deep into the adrenaline-fueled world of his Commonwell series, including Stormblood and Blindspace. We get the inside scoop on his upcoming novel, Wolf Skin, and shift gears to geek out over the masterclass in tension that is Star Wars: Andor. From the complexities of post-human soldiers to the dark atmosphere of his world-building, it’s a high-octane conversation about the future of science fiction and the craft of writing grimdark adventures.

We’re coming to you live from Life, the Universe, and Everything (LTUE)! Join Daniel as he takes a seat on one of the weekend's most heated panels: "The Writers Room: Fixing Star Wars." Ever wondered what happens when you give professional writers a "reset" button on the Skywalker Saga? Tune in to find out which film (or series) the audience voted to put under the microscope and listen as the panelists strip it down to the studs. From character arcs to hyperspace logic, we’re re-engineering the Force to see if we can save the galaxy one script doctoring at a time.

This week, the crew dives into the blood-soaked trenches of Mark Fischbach’s Iron Lung. In his feature directorial debut, the creator known as Markiplier takes us from the stars to the bottom of a crimson ocean in a high-stakes adaptation of the cult-classic indie game.

We’re breaking down the film’s suffocating atmosphere, its massive practical effects, and whether this claustrophobic sci-fi horror proves that "YouTube creators" are the new vanguard of independent cinema. Does the transition from small screen to big screen hold water, or does the pressure crush the narrative? Grab your oxygen tank, it’s going to be a heavy one.

What happens when you mix 3D printing, a luxury cruise liner, and the legends of D&D history? This episode, we’re recapping the Critical Hit Soda Cruise, a maritime adventure that featured one of the most impressive gaming setups we’ve ever witnessed.

Guest Wyatt Karnes stops by to tell us how he managed to manifest the impossible: a fully realized, physical 3D-printed version of Castle Ravenloft. Built specifically for a premier event hosted by the iconic Tracy and Laura Hickman, this model turned heads and raised the stakes for everyone on board.