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Rock, Paper, Swords!

Rock, Paper, Swords!

De: Matthew Harffy & Steven A. McKay
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The Historical Action and Adventure Podcast - making history come alive! Bestselling authors Matthew Harffy and Steven A. McKay chat about writing action and adventure stories, diving into some of the more quirky and unusual aspects of history, with a detour through music and its role in their process. Each episode covers different exciting themes, often with brilliant guests who help shed light on what Matthew and Steven have decided to talk about that week.Matthew Harffy & Steven A. McKay Arte Historia y Crítica Literaria
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  • Michael Jecks on Medieval Murder, Writing 40+ Novels, and the Secrets of Historical Crime

    Michael Jecks on Medieval Murder, Writing 40+ Novels, and the Secrets of Historical Crime
    Nov 21 2025

    Join hosts Matthew Harffy and Justin Hill for a captivating chat with Michael Jecks — master of medieval murder, creator of the Templar and Bloody Mary series, and author of over 40 historical mysteries.

    From co-founding the Medieval Murderers to exploring how the publishing world has transformed over three decades, Michael shares his insights into plotting crimes, juggling multiple series, and keeping history alive through fiction.

    Discover how he builds stories that blend fact, intrigue, and murder, what it’s like writing for publishers like Boldwood and Severn House, and why he’s still passionate about his craft after 30 years.

    📚 Books Mentioned:

    • The Piazza Murders

    • Ashes of Rebellion

    • Fields of Glory

    • Death Comes in Threes

    • Swords in the Snow (by Matthew Harffy & Steven A. McKay)

    ☕ Support Rock, Paper, Swords:

    • Patreon: https://patreon.com/rockpaperswordspodcast

    • Buy us a coffee: https://ko-fi.com/rockpaperswords
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    1 h y 16 m
  • Inside Literary Festivals: What Authors Really Think | Rock, Paper, Swords! with Matthew Harffy & Justin Hill

    Inside Literary Festivals: What Authors Really Think | Rock, Paper, Swords! with Matthew Harffy & Justin Hill
    Nov 7 2025

    What really happens at literary festivals?

    In this episode of Rock, Paper, Swords!, historical fiction authors Matthew Harffy (Bernicia Chronicles, A Time for Swords) and Justin Hill (Shieldwall, Viking Fire) sit down to talk about the highs, lows, and hilarious moments of literary festivals — from meeting readers and other writers to book signings, panels, and the chaos of travel and deadlines.

    They share their experiences of festivals big and small across the UK and Europe, offer tips for authors attending their first event, and discuss what makes these gatherings so important for connecting books, writers, and audiences.

    📲 All Podcast Links: https://linktr.ee/RockPaperSwords

    https://www.patreon.com/c/RockPaperSwordsPodcast


    🔥 In this episode:
    ✍️ What authors love (and dread!) about festivals
    🎤 Behind-the-scenes stories from panels and signings
    📚 Why literary festivals matter for writers and readers
    ✈️ How travel, networking, and book promotion all collide
    🎭 The fun — and fatigue — of the literary life

    #RockPaperSwordsPodcast #HistoricalFiction #WritingCommunity #LiteraryFestivals #AuthorLife #BookEvents #MatthewHarffy #JustinHill #WritersOnWriting #BookPodcast
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    1 h y 7 m
  • Sir Tony Robinson on House of Wolf, King Alfred & Finding New Purpose at 79

    Sir Tony Robinson on House of Wolf, King Alfred & Finding New Purpose at 79
    Oct 24 2025

    Actor, writer, historian, and national treasure Sir Tony Robinson joins Matthew Harffy and Justin Hill on Rock, Paper, Swords! to talk about his first adult novel, House of Wolf — the opening volume in a bold new Anglo-Saxon trilogy.

    From his fascination with King Alfred the Great to how a tragic loss reshaped his creative life, Sir Tony discusses storytelling, optimism, and finding new purpose in his late seventies.

    📚 Buy House of Wolf: https://uk.bookshop.org/a/14768/9781408731536


    🔥 In this episode:
    ⚔️ Why King Alfred still captures our imagination
    📖 How Tony lost — and rewrote — an entire novel by hand
    ❤️ Turning grief into creativity and renewal
    🎭 Reflections on Blackadder, Time Team, and storytelling
    🖋️ The joy of starting something new at 79

    🎙️ Hosted by Matthew Harffy & Justin Hill
    🔗 All podcast links: https://linktr.ee/RockPaperSwords

    #TonyRobinson #HouseOfWolf #KingAlfred #AngloSaxonHistory #HistoricalFiction #Blackadder #TimeTeam #RockPaperSwordsPodcast #WritingCommunity #AuthorInterview #HistoryPodcast
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    1 h y 14 m
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Imagine walking into a pub, waving to your two friends you were to met up with. Now these friends aren’t just ordinary people, nope Steven and Matthew are fantastic minds as well as best sellers of historical fiction. So sitting and chatting it up with them you not only get educated but feel awe inspired in their presence. Well I’d probably be nervous which in turn makes me overly chatty, to the extent one of the guys would be saying can I talk now please. I’m a big fan of them both and a horrible geek of history in general. So this podcast is on my follow list. Cheers to you both on your podcast long may it reign!

It’s like hanging out with two great authors.

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This was a really great podcast. Matthew and Steven asked great questions and received great answers from Jason Kingsley. All three have extensive backgrounds in Medieval History. As well as 2000 AD, British Comics and games. Will need to listen again to be sure I heard it all. Will also enjoy it a second time.

Really interesting interview!

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