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Finding Fantasy Reads is for ravenous readers who are eager to find their next favorite character, series, or world by sampling clean fantasy short stories from a variety of authors. New episodes are released every Tuesday morning. This show is hosted by Karyne Norton, author of epic fantasy and reader of all types of fantasy. Narration of short stories is performed by either Karyne Norton or Paeter Frandsen, host of the Christian Geek Central Podcast.
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- 1 weeks ago37 min
In the Quiet, I Find Peace by Cody Steffenson [Fantasy Horror]
In this episode you'll hear a fantasy horror short story from Cody Steffenson with HP Lovecraft vibes. In the Quiet, I Find Peace is narrated by Paeter Frandsen.Important Links:The Author: Find Cody and his wife Ashley on Instagram at @cody.steffenson and @ashley_steffenson.The Narrator: Paeter Frandsen's websiteListen to Karyne's other podcast: Blood of the Stars - a serialized fiction release of her debut novel on your favorite platform or on her website at karynenorton.com/audio.Find the full show notes on our website.
- 3 weeks ago1h 20m
Flowering Remedies by Abigail Manning [Fantasy Retelling]
In this episode you'll hear a fantasy retelling from Abigail Manning filled with herbalism and sibling bonds. Flowering Remedies is narrated by Karyne Norton.Important Links:The Author: Abigail Manning's website (don't forget to sign up for her newsletter while you're there and snag the The Rose Realm short story collection for free!)The Narrator: Karyne Norton's websiteEnjoying the show? Why not share with a friend and introduce them to the incredible library of over 140 episodes!Find the full show notes on our website.
- Sep 29, 20261h 16m
The Reluctant Rider by Kez Sharrow [YA Fantasy]
Karyne - Hi fantasy readers! This is Karyne Norton, your fellow book binger, and you're listening to the Finding Fantasy Reads podcast, where you can test out a new fantasy story every other week to find your next favorite author.This week’s story features a dragon rider who just wants to be a fisherman. It’s written by Kez Sharrow, who belongs to the tribe of the uprooted and transplanted, those who live between cultures, and she writes stories of travelers in fantasy worlds. Based in Wuhan, by day she dabbles in the alchemy of human transformation as a leadership coach. Early mornings and weekends, she creates worlds out of smoke and dragon’s breath. Her debut novel, Dragon Ripples, was released in 2025.Today's narrator is Paeter Frandsen, host of Christian Geek Central. Stick around to the end or check out today's show notes to see where you can find more from both the author and the narrator!For now, please enjoy The Reluctant Rider by Kez Sharrow.Paeter - The Reluctant Rider is read by Paeter Frandsen. Due to copyright, the full transcript of the story cannot be included here. Karyne - I hope you enjoyed listening to The Reluctant Rider by Kez Sharrow, narrated by Paeter Frandsen of Christian Geek Central. This story is part of her larger Sea Dragon series, so you’ll want to check out her first book in the series, Dragon Ripples, which is available in all formats, including audiobook. You can find it on her website at http://kezsharrow.com/.If you enjoyed listening to Paeter narrate the story, you might also enjoy listening to his audio dramas at spiritblade.com, or his podcast, Christian Geek Central, where he discusses movies, video games, and all things enjoyed by self-proclaimed geeks from a Christian worldview.If you’re interested in helping out with the podcast, there are two great ways to do that. You can always make a financial donation at findingfantasyreads.com/donate. All donations go directly towards podcast expenses like hosting fees, editing services, and advertising, allowing us to record more fantastic stories for you! But if you’re more time rich, we’re also looking for volunteer readers and an audio editor. I have information about both of those roles in the volunteer application form, which you can find at findingfantasyreads.com/volunteer. I wouldn’t be able to keep this running so smoothly if it weren’t for Hannah Hershberger and her amazing admin skills. These episodes all post on time thanks to her! You can show your appreciation by checking out her info at findingfantasyreads.com/about and signing up for her newsletter with short stories, movie reviews, and books reviews!As always, I will have links for all those sites in the show notes. Thank you all for listening, and happy reading!
- Sep 15, 202621 min
The Narwhal's Ransom by LE Richmond [YA Fantasy]
In this episode you'll hear a short story from LE Richmond featuring underwater adventures that force enemies to become friends. The Narwhal's Ransom is narrated by Karyne Norton.Important Links:The Author: LE Richmond's websitePreorder Return the Rain.The Narrator: Karyne Norton's websiteDon't forget to check out the Classics Rebooted Kickstarter, nine YA novels featuring classics retold with a sci-fi twist.Find the full show notes on our website.
- Sep 1, 202650 min
Well of Fate by Savannah Jezowski [High Fantasy]
In this episode you'll hear a short story from Savannah Jezowski told from the perspective of a heroic squirrel. Well of Fate is narrated by Paeter Frandsen.Important Links:The Author: Savannah Jezowski's website. Find her short story Dark Affliction here.Check out her previous episode:At the Corner of Elm and Main by H.L. Burke & Tears of the Sea by Savannah JezowskiThe Narrator: Paeter Frandsen's websiteSign up for the Finding Fantasy Reads podcast biweekly updates, with new episodes, deals on audiobooks, and more.Find the full show notes on our website.
- Aug 18, 20261h 6m
The Midnight Disappointment by Jennifer Dyer [Cozy Fantasy]
In this episode you'll hear a cozy fantasy short story from Jennifer Dyer with bumbling new fairy godmothers. The Midnight Disappointment is narrated by Karyne Norton.Important Links:The Author:Jennifer Dyer's website.Find Jennifer's high stakes YA hacker thriller, The Donor, HERE.Check out her previous episodes:Three Havok Flash Fiction StoriesThe Midnight RequirementThe Narrator: Karyne Norton's websiteBe sure to check out this month’s giveaway!Know a story we should feature? Apply with your own story or nominate an author here.Find the full show notes on our website.
- Aug 4, 20261h 36m
A Crack in the Stone by Charlie N. Holmberg [High Fantasy]
In this episode you'll hear a high fantasy short story from Charlie N. Holmberg with a fresh take on "death" as a character. A Crack in the Stone is narrated by Paeter Frandsen and Karyne Norton.Important Links:The Author:Charlie N. Holmberg's websiteCheck out Charlie's new reader magnet, Illusions of Love, for free HERE.The Narrator: Paeter Frandsen's websiteThe Narrator: Karyne Norton's websiteDon't forget to check out this month’s giveaway.Find the full show notes on our website.
- Jun 23, 20269 min
2026 Finding Fantasy Reads Awards [Bonus Episode]
In this episode you'll hear which stories and authors were most played and most appreciated for Season Three.Award Winners:Most Played Episode Award:Captivated by Roseanna M. White - Find her Awakened series hereNarrator's Choice Awards:Paeter - Claws, Collars, and Curses by Daisy Graves - Find more of her books hereKaryne - Of Pumpkins and Golden Apples by Hannah Carter - Check out her website hereListeners' Choice Awards:Romantic Fantasy - After Stars Fall by Nicole Wheeler - Check out her website hereFantasy Adventure - The Tinker by Emily Barnett - Check out her website hereYA Fantasy - Beyond the Shimmer by Rachel A. Greco - Get her free collection of short stories hereEpic/High Fantasy - A Descent of Dragons by Jasmine Young - Snag the first book in the series hereFlash Fiction - The Water Hazard on Hole 18 by J.M. Allison - Check out her website hereLooking for something else to listen to while waiting for Season 4 to start on August 4th? Check out Karyne's audiobook podcast, where you can listen to her entire debut epic fantasy novel for free: Blood of the Stars.Enjoying the podcast? Consider donating toward podcast expenses or joining our volunteer staff to help us make more episodes!
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