Welcome back! After an unplanned but much-needed break, Season 5 of Life of Fiction is finally here—and let me tell you, I’m fired up.
Why?
Because I’ve decided that 2025 is going to be all about PLAY.
No more obsessing over a rigid publishing schedule.
No more treating creativity like a factory assembly line.
No more stress about getting the actual podcast number WRONG…[yeah, this is Season 5, Episode 47..NOT 48….]
Nope.
This year, it’s about having fun—and I want you right there with me.
Here’s what you need to know about this episode:
Where have I been? I took December off (shocking, I know) to focus on family, and it changed everything about how I approach my work.
The Big Revelation – I realized my obsession with "sticking to the schedule" was strangling the joy out of creating. Not anymore.
New Year, New Focus – This season is all about enjoying the process, connecting with YOU, and letting the fun dictate the content.
Community-Powered Creativity – I asked myself, "If I could do any project just for fun, what would it be?" Answer: Make a tabletop role-playing game (TTRPG) based on Wanted Hero.
Introducing: The Hero Within – A brand-new RPG set in the Wanted Hero universe, where you step into the role of a hero (because playing the villain isn’t an option).
But here’s the FUN part… I don’t want to just make the game—I want to build it with you.
Open Development – The entire creation process will be public on Life of Fiction. You’ll see the progress, contribute ideas, and maybe even playtest the game.
Key Questions for You – What kind of stories do you want to explore? How should combat, character development, and moral choices shape the game? Let’s figure it out together. If you want to read the original article I posted for the community, here’s the link:
https://www.lifeoffiction.com/p/the-hero-within-a-wanted-hero-ttrpg
A Sneak Peek – I’ve already got a name, a basic premise, and a mountain of world-building notes to fuel this adventure. Now, it’s time to bring it to life.
How to Join the Fun – Go to lifeoffiction.com and subscribe. It's free, and you’ll get to help shape this project from the ground up.
So, if you love storytelling, role-playing games, or just being part of a creative movement, now is your chance.
Come play with me.
Remember: You are MORE than you THINK you are!
...see you next time. 🚀
Let us know what you thought of the podcast, or if you have any questions, make sure to leave them in the comments or email podcast@lifeoffiction.com.
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