In this episode, we chat with renowned book cover artist Dan DeSantos about his work on the Mercy series, the art of cover design, and the creative process behind iconic book covers. Discover how his art influences genre marketing and the stories behind his most famous pieces.

key topics

Dan DeSantos' background in illustration and cover art

The process of designing book covers for the Mercy series

The importance of genre markers and visual storytelling in covers

Evolution of cover art over 20 years and maintaining consistency

Behind-the-scenes of creating Marvel and Magic: The Gathering artwork

The significance of tattoos and symbolism in cover design

Fan interactions and cosplay inspired by cover art

Upcoming projects and appearances at DragonCon

LINKS:

https://www.dandossantos.com/

https://muddycolors.com/

https://patreon.com/DandosSantos/

https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/cloverpressart/the-marvel-art-of-dan-dos-santos-a-deluxe-art-book-and-more/

https://www.patriciabriggs.com/

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and guest introduction

02:11 Dan DeSantos' background and early work

07:57 Designing covers for the Mercy series

15:06 The role of tattoos and symbolism in covers

21:59 Creating iconic and marketable genre covers

28:01 Fan interactions and cosplay

32:04 Upcoming projects and conventions

34:00 Closing remarks and thank you

This lively panel discussion explores vampire lore, character dynamics, and the intricate hierarchy within the Mercyverse, offering fans deep insights into their favorite characters and storylines.

Key Topics

• Vampire hierarchy and politics
• Character development and relationships
• Impact of past events on current storylines

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Technical Difficulties
01:49 July Updates and Patreon
02:44 Vampire History and Character Discussion
10:09 Exploring Vampire Hierarchies
15:12 Stefan's Character and Relationships
20:06 Humanity in Vampires
27:04 Future of Vampire Dynamics
30:06 Conclusion and Upcoming Events

Resources

Patty Briggs' Official Website - https://www.patriciabriggs.com/
Mercyverse Book Series - https://www.patriciabriggs.com/mercyverse
Patty Briggs' Social Media - https://twitter.com/PattyBriggs
Patty Briggs' Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/patriciabriggs

Join us as we explore the art and science of audiobook narration with Lorelei King, a renowned voice of the Mercy Thompson series. Discover her insights on voice acting, technology changes, character development, and the future of AI in voice work.

Key Topics:

Lorelei King's experience with the Mercy series over 20 years
The impact of technology and AI on audiobook narration
Approaches to character voices and accents in audiobooks
The importance of preparation and stamina in voice acting
The evolving role of directors and self-direction in recording

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Guest Introduction
04:30 The Journey of Audiobook Narration
10:45 The Art of Character Voices
14:07 Emotional Responses in Narration
15:15 Directing and Self-Direction in Audiobooks
17:37 Acting Background and Its Influence
20:02 The Impact of AI on Voice Acting
22:10 The Limitations of AI in Creativity
25:02 The Excitement of New Projects
27:00 Navigating the Audiobook Industry
30:00 The Challenges of Voice Acting
32:02 The Art of Character Pronunciation
35:00 Reflections on the Mercy Series

Resources

Lorelei King's Book: The Storyteller's Guide to Voice Acting - https://www.amazon.com/Storytellers-Guide-Voice-Acting/dp/XXXXXX
Patty Briggs' Mercy Series - https://pattybriggs.com/mercy-series
AI Voice Technology Insights - https://example.com/ai-voice-future

Guest links

Twitter - https://twitter.com/loreleiking
Website - https://loreleiking.com