ChristiTutionalist Politics Show welcomes back Author Zachary Hagen....

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I am NOT fond of the changes, but I have been with B4IN a long time now - certainly not looking to leave.
Lastly, note: I also wrote for TheLibertyBeacon (https://www.thelibertybeacon.com/?s=Joseph+M+Lenard), where I dropped pieces (normally weekly) on Saturdays for the last 3 years (and even RedState back when) and now joined and dropping pieces via SUBSTACK (https://tinyurl.com/JLDonSubstack).]

 

 

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🐉 Fantasy Meets Reality: Inside the Epic Conclusion of ‘Eternal Chronicles’!

Author Zachary Hagen joins the ChristiTutionalist Politics podcast to unpack the profound storytelling behind ‘Eternity’s End’, the final installment of his transformative fantasy series. Learn how fantasy literature transcends entertainment to explore complex metaphysical questions and societal themes.

Highlights include:

• The art of crafting meaningful fantasy narratives

• How genre fiction can address profound philosophical ideas

• Insights into world-building and literary influences

Whether you’re a fantasy enthusiast, writer, or curious thinker, this episode offers a fascinating dive into storytelling’s deeper potential.

Listen now and expand your perspective! 🚀

#FantasyLiterature #AuthorInsights #StorytellingTips #BookLovers

https://deepcast.fm/episode/ctp-s2emayspecial5-eternitys-end-the-final-battle-for-fantasys-soul

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IN THIS EPISODE: Zachary Hagen unpacks the conclusion of his fantasy book series, discussing its themes, influences, and the creative process behind crafting a complex narrative in the fantasy genre.

TOPICS: books, Fantasy, publishing, authors, writing

KEY FIGURES: Disney, C.S. Lewis, MGM, J.R.R. Tolkien, Square Enix, Sammy Hagar, Stargate, Joseph M. Lenard, Terror Strikes: Coming Soon to a City Near You, Zachary Hagen, Christopher Paolini, Eternity’s Well, Eternity’s Mirror, Eternity’s Refuge, Eternity’s End, Great Gatsby

SUMMARY:
In this episode of Christitutionalist Politics, host Joseph M. Lenard interviews author Zachary Hagen about his latest book, ‘Eternity’s End’, the final installment in his Eternal Chronicles fantasy series. Hagen discusses the evolution of his book series, which began with ‘Eternity’s Well’ and progressed through four books, culminating in the final book. He explains the challenges of naming the final book, acknowledging the apparent contradiction in the title ‘Eternity’s End’ and how it represents the conclusion of a specific era in his narrative.

The conversation delves into Hagen’s literary influences, which include authors like Tolkien and C.S. Lewis, and interestingly, video game series like Final Fantasy. They discuss the importance of professional editing in self-publishing and the challenges of creating a compelling fantasy narrative. Hagen shares that his target audience is primarily young adults and early adults, exploring themes of maturity and adulthood through his fantasy storytelling.

Beyond discussing his current book series, Hagen reveals he is working on an Aladdin retelling from the princess’s perspective, emphasizing the importance of honesty in relationships. The interview also touches on the unique advantages of the fantasy genre, which allows authors to explore complex political, social, and philosophical ideas in a way that feels less confrontational and more open to interpretation than traditional fiction.

KEY QUOTES:
• “Fantasy and sci fi allow you to deal with sort of bigger questions… It’s a little bit more timeless, which allows you to get out of the moment more and into more of a… big political question in a way that’s disarming for people” – Zachary Hagen
• “Eternity’s End, even though it is oxymoronic, does have a certain gravitas to it” – Zachary Hagen
• “The largest group of readers for the YA or new adult genres are actually middle aged women” – Zachary Hagen
• “I would say that unless you have experience, it’s probably best to have someone else do your editing” – Zachary Hagen
• “Not everyone is everyone’s cup of tea… fortunately there’s a lot of people writing so that if you don’t find something you like, odds are the book that is tailor made for you is out there” – Zachary Hagen

KEY TAKEAWAYS:
• Zachary Hagen completed his Eternal Chronicles fantasy series with ‘Eternity’s End’, which was originally planned as a single longer book but split into two volumes
• Hagen is currently working on an Aladdin retelling from the princess’s perspective, exploring themes of authenticity and honesty in relationships
• The Eternal Chronicles series drew inspiration from sources like Tolkien, C.S. Lewis, and surprisingly, the Final Fantasy video game series’ approach to ‘magitech’
• While marketed as young adult/new adult fantasy, Hagen notes the largest readership for the genre is actually middle-aged women and men
• Fantasy and science fiction genres allow authors to explore complex political, philosophical, and metaphysical ideas in a less confrontational manner than contemporary fiction
• Hagen emphasizes the importance of professional editing and taking time away from a manuscript to ensure high-quality writing, even in self-publishing
• The series explores themes of coming of age and what true adulthood means, beyond traditional adolescent narratives
• Hagen’s writing approach involves careful editing, including reading the manuscript aloud and having his mother review for grammatical errors

 

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