In this heart-pounding eighth chapter in Tolerant, a dark YA fantasy audiobook podcast, Tovey reveals she has purple eyes to the Prince of Abolend and consequently flees the castle into the city, abandoning her duties and beginning a new life on the run.

With rich soundscapes and haunting voice acting, this fully independent audio drama sets the stage for an epic tale of survival, rebellion, and magic.

🎧 Tolerant is a medieval dark fantasy podcast written, produced, and sound-designed by indie author C.J. Sparrow—no studio, no team, just pure passion.

⚠️Content Warning: Violence, emotional distress, and dark themes.

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✅ Enjoyed the episode?

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Keywords: dark fantasy audiobook, YA fantasy podcast, audio drama, medieval fantasy, voice-acted podcast, indie author, dystopian fantasy fiction, fantasy kingdom, emotional fantasy story, YA fiction

Book Written by: C.J. Sparrow

Directed by: Bethany Stahl

Sound Design and Mixing: Bethany Stahl

Produced by: Bethany Stahl

Podcast Art: Bethany Stahl

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All music and sound effects are licensed from Epidemic Sound or were created by Bethany Stahl.

-

Voices are human (most are voiced by Bethany and her husband).

Some voices were enhanced with AI.

All voices stem from real humans who were paid for their work, with some being licensed through Epidemic Sound, which "brings high-quality performances from professional voice artists to creators through AI technology."

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Referral link to Epidemic Sound: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://share.epidemicsound.com/jul3t6⁠

In this special author Q&A episode, indie fantasy author C.J. Sparrow plays a game with the host to answer the question of if Tovey would survive The Hunger Games and which character/role she'd play if she were in the Twilight universe.

This episode is not affiliated, sponsored or associated with the Harry Potter franchise or author. This is a reader requested fun fan episode only :)

🎤 Get a rare look into the mind of the author behind this soundscaped medieval fantasy drama produced independently with no studio, no team, just a passion for storytelling.

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✅ Loved the discussion?

📚 Buy the book to experience the full story.

💬 Share this episode with your book club or fantasy podcast crew.

❤️ Support indie storytelling at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Patreon.com/BethanyStahl⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.

🌟Leave a review to help more listeners discover the world of Tolerant.

Keywords: fantasy author Q&A, dark fantasy podcast, YA audiobook, indie fantasy writer, voice-acted fiction, medieval fantasy, dystopian worldbuilding, book podcast, behind the scenes, prologue breakdown,author interview, Tolerant by C.J. Sparrow

Book Written by: C.J. Sparrow

Directed by: Bethany Stahl

Sound Design and Mixing: Bethany Stahl

Produced by: Bethany Stahl

Podcast Art: Bethany Stahl

-

All music and sound effects are licensed from Epidemic Sound or were created by Bethany Stahl.

-

Voices are human (most are voiced by Bethany and her husband).

Some voices were enhanced with AI.

All voices stem from real humans who were paid for their work, with some being licensed through Epidemic Sound, which "brings high-quality performances from professional voice artists to creators through AI technology."

-

Referral link to Epidemic Sound: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://share.epidemicsound.com/jul3t6⁠⁠

In this fast-paced seventh chapter in Tolerant, a dark YA fantasy audiobook podcast, Tovey remembers conversations from her and Nadia's past. Inspired by her late sister, she decides to embrace chaos and defect once more, only to meet a dark fate.

With rich soundscapes and haunting voice acting, this fully independent audio drama sets the stage for an epic tale of survival, rebellion, and magic.

🎧 Tolerant is a medieval dark fantasy podcast written, produced, and sound-designed by indie author C.J. Sparrow—no studio, no team, just pure passion.

⚠️Content Warning: Violence, emotional distress, and dark themes.

—

✅ Enjoyed the episode?

📚Buy the book – available now!

💬 Share this podcast with fellow fantasy lovers.

❤️ Support the author at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Patreon.com/BethanyStahl⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.

🌟Leave a review on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or your favorite platform—it helps more than you know!

Keywords: dark fantasy audiobook, YA fantasy podcast, audio drama, medieval fantasy, voice-acted podcast, indie author, dystopian fantasy fiction, fantasy kingdom, emotional fantasy story, YA fiction

Book Written by: C.J. Sparrow

Directed by: Bethany Stahl

Sound Design and Mixing: Bethany Stahl

Produced by: Bethany Stahl

Podcast Art: Bethany Stahl

-

All music and sound effects are licensed from Epidemic Sound or were created by Bethany Stahl.

-

Voices are human (most are voiced by Bethany and her husband).

Some voices were enhanced with AI.

All voices stem from real humans who were paid for their work, with some being licensed through Epidemic Sound, which "brings high-quality performances from professional voice artists to creators through AI technology."

-

Referral link to Epidemic Sound: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://share.epidemicsound.com/jul3t6⁠

In this special author Q&A episode, indie fantasy author C.J. Sparrow plays a game with the host to sort Tovey into a Hogwarts House, in character, into a fellow Young Adult (and middle grade) series.

This episode is not affiliated, sponsored or associated with the Harry Potter franchise or author. This is a reader requested fun fan episode only :)

🎤 Get a rare look into the mind of the author behind this soundscaped medieval fantasy drama produced independently with no studio, no team, just a passion for storytelling.

—

✅ Loved the discussion?

📚 Buy the book to experience the full story.

💬 Share this episode with your book club or fantasy podcast crew.

❤️ Support indie storytelling at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Patreon.com/BethanyStahl⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.

🌟Leave a review to help more listeners discover the world of Tolerant.

Keywords: fantasy author Q&A, dark fantasy podcast, YA audiobook, indie fantasy writer, voice-acted fiction, medieval fantasy, dystopian worldbuilding, book podcast, behind the scenes, prologue breakdown,author interview, Tolerant by C.J. Sparrow

Book Written by: C.J. Sparrow

Directed by: Bethany Stahl

Sound Design and Mixing: Bethany Stahl

Produced by: Bethany Stahl

Podcast Art: Bethany Stahl

-

All music and sound effects are licensed from Epidemic Sound or were created by Bethany Stahl.

-

Voices are human (most are voiced by Bethany and her husband).

Some voices were enhanced with AI.

All voices stem from real humans who were paid for their work, with some being licensed through Epidemic Sound, which "brings high-quality performances from professional voice artists to creators through AI technology."

-

Referral link to Epidemic Sound: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://share.epidemicsound.com/jul3t6⁠

In this fast-paced sixth chapter in Tolerant, a dark YA fantasy audiobook podcast, Tovey wonders how there is no one else with purple eyes as her memories carry her back to the collective.

With rich soundscapes and haunting voice acting, this fully independent audio drama sets the stage for an epic tale of survival, rebellion, and magic.

🎧 Tolerant is a medieval dark fantasy podcast written, produced, and sound-designed by indie author C.J. Sparrow—no studio, no team, just pure passion.

⚠️Content Warning: Violence, emotional distress, and dark themes.

—

✅ Enjoyed the episode?

📚Buy the book – available now!

💬 Share this podcast with fellow fantasy lovers.

❤️ Support the author at ⁠⁠⁠⁠Patreon.com/BethanyStahl⁠⁠⁠⁠.

🌟Leave a review on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or your favorite platform—it helps more than you know!

Keywords: dark fantasy audiobook, YA fantasy podcast, audio drama, medieval fantasy, voice-acted podcast, indie author, dystopian fantasy fiction, fantasy kingdom, emotional fantasy story, YA fiction

Book Written by: C.J. Sparrow

Directed by: Bethany Stahl

Sound Design and Mixing: Bethany Stahl

Produced by: Bethany Stahl

Podcast Art: Bethany Stahl

-

All music and sound effects are licensed from Epidemic Soundor were created by Bethany Stahl.

-

Voices are human (most are voiced by Bethany and herhusband).

Some voices were enhanced with AI.

All voices stem from real humans who were paid for theirwork, with some being licensed through Epidemic Sound, which "bringshigh-quality performances from professional voice artists to creators throughAI technology."

-

Referral link to Epidemic Sound: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://share.epidemicsound.com/jul3t6⁠

In this special author Q&A episode, indie fantasy author C.J. Sparrow dives deep into the social aspects of the fourth chapter of Tolerant, a dark YA fantasy audiobook podcast. Go behind the scenes of the writing process, worldbuilding, and character development without spoilers!

🎤 Get a rare look into the mind of the author behind this soundscaped medieval fantasy drama produced independently with no studio, no team, just a passion for storytelling.

—

✅ Loved the discussion?

📚 Buy the book to experience the full story.

💬 Share this episode with your book club or fantasy podcast crew.

❤️ Support indie storytelling at ⁠⁠⁠⁠Patreon.com/BethanyStahl⁠⁠⁠⁠.

🌟Leave a review to help more listeners discover the world of Tolerant.

Keywords: fantasy author Q&A, dark fantasy podcast, YA audiobook, indie fantasy writer, voice-acted fiction, medieval fantasy, dystopian worldbuilding, book podcast, behind the scenes, prologue breakdown,author interview, Tolerant by C.J. Sparrow

Book Written by: C.J. Sparrow

Directed by: Bethany Stahl

Sound Design and Mixing: Bethany Stahl

Produced by: Bethany Stahl

Podcast Art: Bethany Stahl

-

All music and sound effects are licensed from Epidemic Sound or were created by Bethany Stahl.

-

Voices are human (most are voiced by Bethany and her husband).

Some voices were enhanced with AI.

All voices stem from real humans who were paid for their work, with some being licensed through Epidemic Sound, which "brings high-quality performances from professional voice artists to creators through AI technology."

-

Referral link to Epidemic Sound: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://share.epidemicsound.com/jul3t6⁠

In this fast-paced fifth chapter in Tolerant, a dark YA fantasy audiobook podcast, Tovey learns of a dark prophecy eerily mirroring her life. Could it be her the prophecy speaks of?

With rich soundscapes and haunting voice acting, this fully independent audio drama sets the stage for an epic tale of survival, rebellion, and magic.

🎧 Tolerant is a medieval dark fantasy podcast written, produced, and sound-designed by indie author C.J. Sparrow—no studio, no team, just pure passion.

⚠️Content Warning: Violence, emotional distress, and dark themes.

—

✅ Enjoyed the episode?

📚Buy the book – available now!

💬 Share this podcast with fellow fantasy lovers.

❤️ Support the author at ⁠⁠⁠Patreon.com/BethanyStahl⁠⁠⁠.

🌟Leave a review on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or your favorite platform—it helps more than you know!

Keywords: dark fantasy audiobook, YA fantasy podcast, audio drama, medieval fantasy, voice-acted podcast, indie author, dystopian fantasy fiction, fantasy kingdom, emotional fantasy story, YA fiction

Book Written by: C.J. Sparrow

Directed by: Bethany Stahl

Sound Design and Mixing: Bethany Stahl

Produced by: Bethany Stahl

Podcast Art: Bethany Stahl

-

All music and sound effects are licensed from Epidemic Soundor were created by Bethany Stahl.

-

Voices are human (most are voiced by Bethany and herhusband).

Some voices were enhanced with AI.

All voices stem from real humans who were paid for theirwork, with some being licensed through Epidemic Sound, which "bringshigh-quality performances from professional voice artists to creators throughAI technology."

-

Referral link to Epidemic Sound: ⁠⁠⁠https://share.epidemicsound.com/jul3t6⁠

In this special author Q&A episode, indie fantasy author C.J. Sparrow dives deep into the social aspects of the fourth chapter of Tolerant, a dark YA fantasy audiobook podcast. Go behind the scenes of the writing process, worldbuilding, and character development without spoilers!

🎤 Get a rare look into the mind of the author behind this soundscaped medieval fantasy drama produced independently with no studio, no team, just a passion for storytelling.

—

✅ Loved the discussion?

📚 Buy the book to experience the full story.

💬 Share this episode with your book club or fantasy podcast crew.

❤️ Support indie storytelling at ⁠⁠⁠Patreon.com/BethanyStahl⁠⁠⁠.

🌟Leave a review to help more listeners discover the world of Tolerant.

Keywords: fantasy author Q&A, dark fantasy podcast, YAaudiobook, indie fantasy writer, voice acted fiction, medieval fantasy, dystopian worldbuilding, book podcast, behind the scenes, prologue breakdown,author interview, Tolerant by C.J. Sparrow

Book Written by: C.J. Sparrow

Directed by: Bethany Stahl

Sound Design and Mixing: Bethany Stahl

Produced by: Bethany Stahl

Podcast Art: Bethany Stahl

-

All music and sound effects are licensed from Epidemic Soundor were created by Bethany Stahl.

-

Voices are human (most are voiced by Bethany and herhusband).

Some voices were enhanced with AI.

All voices stem from real humans who were paid for theirwork, with some being licensed through Epidemic Sound, which "bringshigh-quality performances from professional voice artists to creators throughAI technology."

-

Referral link to Epidemic Sound: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://share.epidemicsound.com/jul3t6⁠