Finding the Magic Podcast By Tricia Copeland cover art

Finding the Magic

Finding the Magic

By: Tricia Copeland
Listen for free

What makes you love a book? I find my favorite stories are those where I'm crying with the MC, celebrating their victories, and screaming at their missteps. Welcome to Finding the Magic, a podcast all about books, plots, characters, and the authors that create them. I write young adult fantasy and sci-fi dystopian, as well as fun and inspiring romances. Listen in as I highlight books and authors from these genres as well as mysteries, thrillers, and horror. Find me and intro to my books at triciacopeland.com or all my links at https://linktr.ee/triciacopelandTricia Copeland Art Literary History & Criticism
Episodes
  • S6 E22 with NY Times Best Selling Author Douglas E. Richards
    Mar 20 2026

    I had an amazing chat with Douglas. What a wonderful and intriguing conversation about meaning, human nature, the future... listen in to learn more about Douglas E. Richard's books.

    Douglas E. Richards is the New York Times and USA Today bestselling author of science-fiction thrillers that have sold more than three million copies.

    Richards has been celebrated for his gripping, thought-provoking works that blend cutting-edge scientific concepts with heart-pounding narratives.
    Richards burst onto the literary scene with his debut novel, WIRED, published in 2010. The novel garnered widespread acclaim for its ingenious combination of scientific speculation and thrilling storytelling. This success set the stage for a series of bestselling novels, each marked by meticulous research, riveting plots, and characters that resonate with readers.
    Known for his ability to translate complex scientific concepts into accessible and engaging narratives, Richards has become a go-to author for readers seeking an intellectually stimulating and adrenaline-fueled reading experience. His works delve deeply into the ethical dilemmas posed by scientific breakthroughs and the potential impact of technology on society.
    A former Director of Biotechnology Licensing at Bristol Myers Squibb and a former biotechnology executive, Richards earned a BS in microbiology from the Ohio State University, a master's degree in genetic engineering from the University of Wisconsin--where he engineered mutant viruses now named after him--and an MBA from the University of Chicago.

    Find all of Douglas's titles on Goodreads at https://www.goodreads.com/author/show/374164.Douglas_E_Richards


    Show more Show less
    59 mins
  • S6 E21 with Fantasy Author Blake Arthur Peel
    Mar 17 2026

    Blake Arthur Peel has been coming up with stories ever since he was a kid. He inflicted his scribblings on family members and friends throughout his youth, always drawing maps in the back of notebooks and daydreaming when he probably should have been paying attention. It wasn’t until he was out of college that he finally decided to get serious about pursuing his career as a fantasy author.
    His favorite stories have always been about good conquering evil, about fantastic worlds and wondrous magic systems. The works that have most inspired him are The Lord of the Rings, The Dragonlance Chronicles, The Riftwar Saga, The Stormlight Archive, and The Wheel of Time, among many others.
    Blake was born and raised in Hemet, California. He loves playing games, being outside, and spending time with his wife and two sons.
    Follow him at facebook.com/blakearthurpeel(less)

    Find all his books at: https://blakearthurpeel.com

    Show more Show less
    30 mins
  • S6 E20 with Fantasy Author J.M. Shaw
    Mar 13 2026

    J.M. Shaw lives in Airdrie, Alberta, with her husband and two young children. She and her family embarked upon a journey of understanding, acceptance, and life-long learning when they discovered their shared diagnosis of autism and ADHD.

    Writing is her passion and, with experience and interests in healthcare, psychology, martial arts, and personal training, she pours her unique insights and knowledge into all her creative fictions.

    Find J.M. and all her books on her website at: http://www.jmshawauthor.com

    Show more Show less
    30 mins
No reviews yet