Words, Images, & Worlds

Author Jonathan Maberry discusses his work in prose in comics, including his prolific creating. Maberry discusses his latest Necrotec title, Ghosts of the Void, as well as his work on Marvel's Black Panther and V Wars.

Writer Dave Wielgosz talks about his time with DC Comics editorial, as well as his latest series with ⁨Ignition Press⁩  -- Showdown.

You can find out more about Dave at his Instagram profile, @davewielgosz.

The Becka stops by to talk about comics, horror, and the latest book, The Worm Hole Club Tragedy. You can find out more at thebecka.com.

Author and educator Frank W. Baker talks about his latest book, Close Encounters with Great Blue Herons. We talk nonfiction, nature appreciation, educating young readers, photography, and more.

You can find out about this book at https://greatblueherons.com.

Author Corinna Bechko talks about working in science fiction and comics, exploring worlds like Green Lantern: Earth One, and sharing in the world of Sabrina the Teenage Witch.

Find out more at www.corinnabechko.com.

Artist and educator Meredith Laxton returns to the show -- this time, we discuss her work on the comics adaptation of the novel, Ready Player One. You can visit Meredith's website (linked here) to find out more.

Comics historian Roy Schwartz discusses the enduring power of the medium, as well as the legacy of creators like Siegel & Shuster and Jack Kirby. You can find out more at royschwartz.com.

Author Jennifer Thorne discusses suspense and writing craft in her new novel, Newbourne Park (available this week). You can find out more at jenniferthorne.com.

Comics creator Tereso Cobian talks about exploring the post-apocalyptic as only the comics medium can in his now-funding book, Private Posse. Check it out on Kickstarter!

Author and creator Jason Neulander talks the immersive graphic novel experience (!!!) of Treasure Island Reimagined. It's mingling of comics and live theater.

You can find out more at treasureislandreimagined.com.

Author Robert P. Ottone returns to discuss horror lineage, plot work, and genre as a space for commentary in this new episode. You can find out more at Robert's Instagram page (linked here) and read Amityville Awakens on October 6, 2026.

Another guy named Ben stops by for a collaborative episode between Words, Images, & Worlds and Dollar Bin Bandits. Ben Hatke is known for his work on Mighty Jack, Zita the Space Girl, and much more. In this episode, he talks about his new book from First Second Books, Homeworld.

You can find out more at Ben's website, benhatke.com.

Author Alma Katsu discusses technology and horror, including her work in the new novel, Incarnate (out this week). You can find out more at this author's website, almakatsubooks.com.

Author Charlotte Lillie Balogh discusses her new novel, Capsized, which is also set to be a Hulu series. We talk creative process, comics, and more.

You can find out more at her website, charlottelillie.com.

Comics creator Jim Whiting discusses his work with talents like Joe Staton, Steve Niles, and Clive Barker. Jim also talks about Margo: Intergalactic Trash Collector, currently funding on Kickstarter starting September 8, 2026. You can find out more at Jim's site, https://whitingstudio.com.

Author and traveling librarian Mr. Schu stops by Words, Images, & Worlds to discuss joy walking, the power of writing poetry, the promise of a new school year, and his new book, Lily-May's Joyful Day!

You can find out more at Mr. Schu's website, johnschu.com.

Author Shifa Saltagi Safadi discusses her work for young readers, the power of literacy, the affordances of verse, and the new book, Sisters Alone. You can find out more at Shifa's author website (linked here).

Author and artist R. Alan Brooks returns to the show to discuss his latest endeavor, a graphic novel approach to Always. Most of the Time. This project has also been adapted into a film.

You can find more about R. Alan at his website, ralanwrites.com.

You can also support this project on Kickstarter.

The author team of K.B. Brodsky stops by to discuss crafting in Tom Clancy and David Morrell-style worlds of espionage and global intrigue. Their new book, Beyond Honor, releases this week. You can find out more about these authors at their website, kbbrodsky.com.

Oscar-winning creator Alan Barillaro stops by to discuss his latest book, Bunns Rabbit: The Return of the Spirit Rabbit. Alan discusses working in animation, illustration, prose, and more. You can find out more at Alan's website, alanbarillaro.com.

The creative team of Stephan Pastis and Will Henry discuss their new book, The Adventures of He-Man: Skeletor Ate My Homework.

You can find out more and follow at the Instagram links below.

https://www.instagram.com/stephanpastis

https://www.instagram.com/mrwillhenry

Author Maggie Tokuda-Hall returns to the podcast to discuss not one but two books on the way -- What Do People Do at the Science Museum? and Bathtime for Snow Monkeys. Maggie also discusses the crucial nature of supporting book access. You can find out more about Maggie at her author site (linked here).

Creative maestro Dave Barclay discusses working behind the scenes to bring Looney Toons character Coyote to life using puppeteering and performance.

You can find out more about Dave's writing at Coolwaters Productions.

Author and creator Kevin Davis returns to discuss his latest project, Skinshifter. It's a horror comics episode! You can find out more on Kevin's Instagram page (linked here).

Author Joseph Jasionowski stops by to discuss his new comics series, Julius the Werehound, as well as the influences of pulp and horror on his creating. Joseph discusses collaborating with artist Elton Thomasi, as well.

You can follow Joseph and find out more Instagram @jjaz1111.

Author Tess Gerritsen talks character, story craft, and the continuing journey of the Martini Club in the new book, The Shadow Friends, out on August 25, 2026. You can follow and find out more at tessgerritsen.com.

Educator Kristin Ziemke talks about her work in Text and Tech: Reading All Ways in K-8 from NCTE Publishing. We discuss screens and the page, literacy development, innovative teaching strategies, and more. You can find out more at Kristin's site, www.kristinziemke.com.

Dr. Ian O'Byrne, associate professor literacy education, discusses trends, ethical questions, and more in the realm of digital literacy. You can find out more at Dr. O'Byrne's blog (linked here).

Author and comics creator Rob Saucedo discusses his new book, Curse of the Wherewolf, as well as creating with Fangoria. You can find out more and follow Rob at his Instagram.

Author and comics creator Nick Arganbright discusses collaboration and work on his series, Excavator, as well as work on stage. Issue 4 of the book is funding soon! You can follow and find out more at excavatorcomic.com.

Author Megan Bontrager discusses the character-driven nature of the new horror novel, The Sea Hides Its Dead. You can find out more about Megan's work at her site (linked here).

Spies, intrigue, fun with tropes, and comics storytelling are all fair play as Doug Wagner and I discuss his new series from Image Comics -- Yumi 00EX. You can find out more about Doug's work at his website, shocknoggin.com (linked here).

Comics creator and artist Steven Pennella discusses the world of Faith Fallon, currently funding in a full color edition on Kickstarter (linked here).

Author Gary McBride talks about writing process and craft, exploring his new book, Literary Forensics: How Reading Can Make You A Better Writer. You can find out more about Gary's work on writing at his site (linked here).

Author and educator Mickey Revenaugh discusses the new book, School's Out: Why Families Are Choosing Unconventional Education, out this week from Johns Hopkins University Press. Revenaugh shares a vision for what is possible in the future of education.

Debut author Angelica Cheng discusses YA storytelling, Formula One, romance, and more in her new book, The Fast Track. You can find out more about Angelica's work at her website (linked here).

Author Bob Frantz stops by to discuss his latest creative endeavor, a graphic novel in the world of Attack of the Killer Tomatoes, which is currently funding on Kickstarter. Check out his words about creative process and balancing humor and horror.

You can support the Attack of the Killer Tomatoes OGN at this link on Kickstarter.

Author and podcaster Jaime Parker Stickle discusses the Corey in Los Angeles series, crime fiction, the enticing nature of mystery, and book two coming this week, Take Hart. You can find out more at Jaime's website (linked here).

Author and educator Robert Kroll talks Orson Welles, the Megaton worlds of Don Simpson, pulp projects, and much more.

Author and media creator Elliot Blake discusses his work in the new science fiction novella, Into the Great. You can find out more about this book and more at Elliot's author site (linked here).