623. Jedediah Berry, author of Kill All Wizards
Summary
Host David Barr Kirtley interviews author Jedediah Berry about his sword and sorcery novella, *Kill All Wizards*. They discuss the book’s unique blend of Conan-style adventure with a Jane Austen-esque narrative voice, its influences from classic fantasy and tabletop RPGs, and Berry’s broader work in gaming and publishing.
Topics discussed
Introduction and the origin of Kill All Wizards
Influences: Conan the Barbarian and pulp adventure
Nine Pin Press and tabletop role-playing games
Narrative voice, humor, and the narrator's perspective
Character dynamics: Gatchimus and Hexley
RPG archetypes and problem-solving in fantasy
Themes of magic, corruption, and wizard limitations
Gods as metaphors and The Last Unicorn reference
Dedications, community, and writing feedback
Future books and the state of Sword and Sorcery
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