In this episode of Miles Beyond the Page, host Michelle Miles sits down with Kyle Shoop, an author whose storytelling spans romance, fantasy, and heartfelt contemporary fiction.

Kyle is the author of eight novels across two distinct series. His romance series features five standalone love stories inspired by the five senses, including titles like The Touch of Love. He has also written a fast-paced fantasy trilogy beginning with Acea and the Animal Kingdom, filled with magic, adventure, and imaginative worldbuilding.

Michelle and Kyle discuss his upcoming ninth novel, Protecting Home, a powerful father-and-son baseball story reminiscent of Field of Dreams. They talk about writing across genres, the inspiration behind emotionally driven storytelling, and balancing a creative life while working as an attorney and releasing music online as Guy Plus Guitar.

🎧 Join Michelle and Kyle for a thoughtful conversation about storytelling, creativity, and the many paths that lead to writing the next great book.

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ABOUT KYLE SHOOP:

Kyle Shoop is the author of 8 novels set in two different series. One is a compelling romance series that tells 5 standalone love stories told through the lens of the five senses - which includes books like The Touch of Love. The other is a fast-paced, magic-filled fantasy trilogy that begins with Acea and the Animal Kingdom. They’re all available on Amazon. We're also excited to announce that Kyle's newest and 9th novel will be released this spring. It's entitled Protecting Home, and is a compelling father and son baseball story in the vein of Field of Dreams. When Kyle’s not writing, he’s releasing music online as Guy Plus Guitar. Kyle is also an attorney. His books are available in ebook, print, and audiobook.

WHERE TO FIND HIM:

Instagram | Website

Music | Spotify

WHERE TO FIND HIS BOOKS:

Amazon

Protecting Home releases May 12! Get it here!

What is it about the medieval world that continues to captivate readers?

Castles. Knights. Epic battles. Powerful love stories set against a backdrop of history, danger, and honor.

In this episode of Miles Beyond the Page, I’m joined by bestselling historical romance author Kathryn Le Veque, whose sweeping medieval novels have transported readers into richly detailed worlds of chivalry, court intrigue, and unforgettable romance.

We talk about why the Middle Ages continue to inspire storytellers, how Kathryn builds immersive historical settings, and what makes a truly compelling medieval hero. If you love historical romance—or you’re fascinated by the medieval world—you’ll enjoy this deep dive into the stories and history behind her books.

In this conversation we discuss:

• What first inspired Kathryn to write medieval romance
• The enduring appeal of knights, castles, and courtly intrigue
• How research shapes historical fiction
• What makes a powerful medieval hero and heroine
• Why readers continue to fall in love with stories set in the Middle Ages

If you enjoy conversations about storytelling, history, and the creative process, you’re in the right place.

ABOUT KATHRYN LE VEQUE:

KATHRYN LE VEQUE is a critically acclaimed, USA TODAY Bestselling author (having hit the list over 30 times), an Indie Reader bestseller, a charter Amazon All-Star author, and a #1 bestselling, award-winning, multi-published author in Medieval Historical Romance with over 150 published novels.

Kathryn's novels are known for their strong and complex heroes and heroines, intricate plots, and rich historical backgrounds. Her stories feature knights, warriors, and noblewomen, bringing to life the chivalry, courtly intrigue, and epic battles of the medieval era. She is adept at creating emotionally charged narratives that keep readers engrossed from beginning to end.

Kathryn has received praise for her writing and has won several awards for her work, including three nominations for the Holt Medallion. Her books have topped bestseller lists, and she has gained a loyal fan base that eagerly anticipates each new release. Readers appreciate her ability to transport them to a bygone era, where they can experience the passion, honor, and challenges faced by her characters.

In addition to her historical romances, Le Veque also writes in the Contemporary Romance and Historical Fiction genres, showcasing her versatility as an author. However, it is her medieval romances that have garnered her the most recognition and made her a prominent figure in the historical romance genre.

Kathryn is a talented author who has made a significant impact on the world of historical romance fiction. Through her captivating storytelling and meticulous research, she has brought the medieval period to life, enchanting readers with her tales of love, adventure, and the enduring power of the human spirit.

In addition to her own published works, Kathryn is the President/CEO of Dragonblade Publishing, Amazon's #1 ebook publisher of Historical Romance (K-Lytics reporting July 2020). Dragonblade Publishing has become known for its commitment to quality historical romance fiction and has gained a reputation as a trusted source for engaging and well-researched novels. Through her ownership of the publishing house, Kathryn has continued to contribute to the romance genre by nurturing and supporting other authors who share her passion for historical storytelling.

WHERE TO FIND HER:

Website | Facebook | Instagram

WHERE TO FIND HER BOOKS:

Amazon

In this episode of Miles Beyond the Page, host Michelle Miles welcomes Dianna Gunn, a dark fantasy author and passionate advocate for building supportive writing communities.

Dianna’s fiction includes the Moonshadow Rising duology—Moonshadow’s Guardian and Moonshadow’s Champion—along with anthologies like Killer Debt and Choices: An Anthology of Reproductive Horror. Her upcoming release, Woman of Sorrow and Blood, continues her exploration of dark, thought-provoking speculative fiction.

Beyond her own writing, Dianna is the founder of Weeknight Writers, a social enterprise dedicated to making writing education and community more accessible. Through virtual conferences, online discussions, and countless events, she has helped thousands of writers connect, learn, and grow together in what can often be a solitary creative journey.

🎧 Join Michelle and Dianna for a thoughtful conversation about dark fantasy, publishing, and the power of community in a writer’s life.

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ABOUT DIANNA GUNN:

I've has been passionate about words since I first learned to speak, and I've been writing stories almost as long. I had a YA fantasy novella, Keeper of the Dawn, published in 2017 and my first dark fantasy novel, Moonshadow's Guardian, was released in November 2018. I followed this with Moonshadow's Champion in 2024, completing the Moonshadow Rising Duology. I've since released Killer Debt: An Anthology of Murder and Choices: An Anthology of Reproductive Horror. My next book, Woman of Sorrow and Blood, is set to release March 13th.

I've also long been dedicated to sharing the lessons of my writing journey with other fiction writers and building community around what is far too often a solitary hobby/career. In 2018 I founded Weeknight Writers, a social enterprise dedicated to providing accessible community and educational support for fiction writers, with this goal in mind.

Since founding Weeknight Writers I have hosted dozens of virtual conferences, hundreds of Bluesky chats, and countless other events. I love sharing my knowledge of writing, publishing, and marketing, and helping fiction writers find their way to joyful community.

WHERE TO FIND HER:

Website | Writers Block Buster

WHERE TO FIND HER BOOKS:

Universal

Every writer has characters they love.

And then there are the ones who change you.

In this From the Author’s Desk solo episode of Miles Beyond the Page, I dive into the characters who fundamentally reshaped the way I write romance and story structure.

Two couples did that:

Anna & Kincade – a relationship forged under pressure, built on truth, and defined by devotion that costs something.

Calliope & Henry – a romance rooted in myth, identity, redemption, and the power of story itself.

In this episode, I explore the craft lessons these characters taught me, including:

• Why love is a code of behavior—not just a feeling
• How to write a heroine who refuses to be managed
• Why redemption arcs work best when accountability replaces forgiveness on easy mode
• The romance question that now drives every relationship she writes:
• What does it cost this person to love well?

This episode is part craft discussion, part behind-the-scenes look at my storytelling process, and part love letter to the characters who refuse to stay small on the page.

If you’re a writer interested in emotional architecture, character-driven romance, and building relationships that feel powerful and real, this episode is for you.

✨ Because sometimes the characters we create don’t just live in the story—they transform the way we tell it.

💬 Join the conversation:

Which characters changed the way you write—or the way you read stories?

📚 Learn more about Michelle Miles:

Author of fantasy, romantasy, and fairy-tale retellings filled with quests, curses, kisses, and chaos.

Find my website here.

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Conversations with authors, craft discussions, and behind-the-scenes insights into writing and publishing.

In this episode of Miles Beyond the Page, host Michelle Miles welcomes Canadian authors and entrepreneurs Dave & Lillian Brummet, founders of the Brummet Media Group. Since 1999, the Brummets have built a dynamic creative business that spans blogging, publishing, music, YouTube, and property management—proving that storytelling and entrepreneurship can go hand in hand.

Lillian joins Michelle to celebrate the writing life and discuss their upcoming release—Book #2 in the Purple Snowflake Marketing series—offering insights into marketing, branding, and standing out in a crowded creative landscape.

The Brummets also share the heart behind their projects, including their Conscious Blog, focused on positive and proactive living, and Drum It With Brummet, which supports musicians and percussionists. Through it all, they remain passionate about inspiring others to build sustainable, purpose-driven creative careers.

🎧 Join Michelle and Lillian for an energizing conversation about marketing, creativity, conscious living, and carving out your own purple snowflake path.

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ABOUT DAVE & LILLIAN:

Canadian authors Dave & Lillian Brummet have operated the Brummet Media Group since 1999. Their days are filled with managing 2 popular blogs, 8 published books (so far), drum teaching and repair services, a YouTube channel and Property Management services. Lillian joins us today to celebrate the world of writing and discuss their upcoming book release: book #2 in the Purple Snowflake Marketing series.

The Brummet's Conscious Blog focuses on inspiring, positive, proactive topics offering a fresh outlook on the world. The Drum It With Brummet blog serves musicians with a heavy slant toward drummers and percussionists. The Brummet Media Channel shares conscious living topics as well as a behind-the-scenes look at being an entrepreneur, author, musician or writer.

Discover the Brummet's entire library of books here

WHERE TO FIND THEIR BOOKS:

Amazon US | Amazon Canada

WHERE TO FIND THEM:

Brummet's Conscious Blog

Drum It With Brummet Blog

Brummet Media Channel

Lillian's Facebook

LinkedIn

Dave's Facebook

In this episode of Miles Beyond the Page, host Michelle Miles sits down with Susan Carlisle, an award-winning author whose lifelong love of books turned into an extraordinary writing career spanning romance and nonfiction.

Susan has written more than 40 novels for HarperCollins’s Harlequin Medical Romance imprint, celebrated for her strong, compelling heroes and the women who challenge them. She’s also independently published multiple romance titles—including the Modern Masters of Their Castles trilogy—marking an impressive milestone of over 50 published books.

The conversation also explores Susan’s nonfiction work, written under Susan May and S. Carlisle May, including Nick’s New Heart: 30 Years and Counting…, which shares her son’s heart transplant journey, as well as books reflecting her time in the public school system and a WWII historical biography.

Living in Georgia with her husband of more than 40 years, Susan continues to write, read voraciously, travel, and find inspiration in history, family, and castles—lots of castles.

🎧 Join Michelle and Susan for a warm, inspiring conversation about perseverance, passion, and building a lasting writing career across genres.

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ABOUT SUSAN CARLISLE:

Award winning author, Susan Carlisle’s love affair with books began when she made a bad grade in math in the sixth grade. Not allowed to watch TV until she brought the grade up, Susan filled her time with books. She turned her love of reading into a love of writing.

She has completed more than 40 books for HarperCollins’s Harlequin medical imprint. Her heroes are strong, vibrant man and the woman who challenge them. She has independently published a number of romances such as Modern Masters of Their Castles trilogy and Racing to You giving her an opportunity to celebrate 50 published books.

Writing nonfiction as Susan May her book Nick’s New Heart 30 Years and Counting…is about her son’s heart transplant experience. Additional nonfiction books she has published are Daily Inspirations from The Unflappable Substitute about her 20 years in the public school system and a historical biography titled A WWII Flight Surgeon’s Story is available under S. Carlisle May.

She lives in Georgia with her husband of over 40 years. They have four grown children and eight grandchildren. Susan loves castles, traveling, cross-stitching and reads voraciously.

WHERE TO FIND HER:

Susan Carlisle Website | Susan C May Website | Facebook Carlisle | Instagram

WHERE TO FIND HER BOOKS:

Amazon | Amazon Author | Susan May

In this episode of Miles Beyond the Page, host Michelle Miles sits down with Anthony M. Caro, a writer whose work lives at the intersection of transgressive horror, dark science fiction, and incisive pop culture commentary.

The conversation explores Anthony’s latest project, Cogs in a Neon Globe: A Cyberpunk Noir Collection, a bleak and gripping look at criminal life in a dystopian future. Michelle and Anthony also dig into his horror collections Dread Invocations and Tragedy Man, as well as his nonfiction work Universal Monsters and Neurotics, which examines the psychology behind classic horror icons.

With nearly two decades of professional writing experience, Anthony brings sharp insight into genre storytelling, indie publishing, and the cultural impact of horror and speculative fiction. They also touch on his work in indie film, his passion for cinema, and how discipline, travel, and the darker corners of human experience fuel his creativity.

🎧 Join Michelle and Anthony for a thoughtful, provocative conversation about horror, cyberpunk, pop culture, and stories that are meant to haunt long after the final page.

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ABOUT ANTHONY CARO:

Anthony M. Caro is passionate about transgressive horror, dark sci-fi fiction, and insightful pop culture commentary. His latest work, the upcoming Cogs in a Neon Globe: A Cyberpunk Noir Collection, reveals the despair of criminal life in a dystopian future. Caro is also the author of the chilling collections Dread Invocations: Terrifying Horror Tales to Utter in Hushed Tones and Tragedy Man, as well as the essay collection Universal Monsters and Neurotics: Children of the Night and Their Hang-Ups, which delves into the psyche of classic horror icons. With 18 years of professional writing experience, Caro’s non-fiction work graces outlets like FanSided’s 1428 Elm, Horror News, Cinema Scholars, and Comic Book Historians, where he explores horror, Generation X pop culture, and speculative themes with sharp wit and deep insight.

A passionate supporter of indie cinema, Caro has earned production credits on films such as Executive Producer on Alien Horde and Associate Producer on Pancake Man, Skate to Hell, and Bikers vs. Werewolves, bringing his love for the macabre to the screen. A brown belt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu under Master Rigan Machado, he balances discipline with creativity, often drawing inspiration from his travels and the eerie corners of human experience. Caro’s work resonates with readers who crave stories that haunt, provoke, and entertain.

WHERE TO FIND HIM:

LinkTree | Website | Facebook | TikTok | X | Facebook Profile

WHERE TO FIND HIS BOOKS:

Amazon | Website

Sometimes, the stories we think we’ve finished… aren’t finished with us.

In this episode of Miles Beyond the Page, I’m going behind the curtain to talk about something I didn’t expect—falling back in love with a long-running series I wrote years ago: Dream Walker Series.

And yes—this episode is also about Kincade, the broody, controlled, quietly dangerous character who has completely taken over my brain, my writing schedule, and my emotional stability.

✨ In this episode, I share:

• What it’s really like revisiting a long fantasy series years later

• Why authors don’t love a series the same way at every stage of life

• How perspective changes character arcs, foreshadowing, and emotional stakes

• Why I’m updating the Dream Walker series now (and what that actually means)

• The surprising joy of returning to a story that feels like coming home

• Why certain characters refuse to let authors go

This is an honest, behind-the-scenes look at long-term storytelling, character obsession, and the deep emotional bonds that form between authors and their worlds.

If you’ve ever wondered:

• why authors revisit old books

• why some series evolve over time

• or why certain characters live rent-free in our heads

This episode is for you.

Dream Walker Series on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0C95JHF16

If you enjoyed this episode, subscribe to Miles Beyond the Page for more behind-the-book conversations about writing, creativity, publishing, and building a sustainable creative life.

And if Kincade has ever been your book boyfriend… I see you.

Until next time—keep dreaming beyond the page.