In Other Worlds - A LitRPG, GameLit, and Fantasy Podcast

I sit down and chat with your favorite LitRPG and Fantasy authors. We will talk about current books, upcoming books, and their inspiration behind the stories. This podcast is for you if you are looking for: New LitRPG books. What are the most popular LitRPG books? How do you read LitRPG? What does LitRPG mean in books? What is an example of a LitRPG book? Best new LitRPG books. LitRPG book recommendations.

In Other Worlds - A LitRPG, GameLit, and Fantasy Podcast is a arts podcast hosted by Jessica Worgo, with 26 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

Jessica Worgo hosts In Other Worlds - A LitRPG, GameLit, and Fantasy Podcast, a arts show with 26 episodes published.

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  Episode #25

  Just Another Girl at the End of the World w/Brian Wrestler

  Aug 3, 202637 min

  A girl outruns the zombie apocalypse by diving into a magical library and suddenly every book is a portal, a quest, or a test. That’s the core story behind debut author Brian Wrestler’s novel Just Another Girl At The End Of The World. Brian and I get into how the story was born from a joke that snowballed into a full trope mash-up, then into a surprisingly cozy, satisfying ending. We talk zombie apocalypse logic that nods at real science like cordyceps behavior plus the darker twist that the zombies aren't the only thing feeding on people. There’s also Carla’s unforgettable survival angle, the “fade to purple” spice scenes, and the moment where the portal fantasy implications snap into focus and change how you read the book’s romances and encounters. Along the way, Brian shares his creative origin story: childhood puppetry, award-winning one-act plays, Royal Shakespeare Company workshops, and even werewolf romantic comedy writing. We also dig into the indie author reality of conventions, a con-exclusive cameo that triggered a “please don’t sue me” handoff, audiobook plans, and what Brian wants to write next with an underworld labyrinth story and a very untraditional companion. If you like LitRPG, portal fantasy, isekai, zombie fiction, magical libraries, and smart craft talk, you’ll have plenty to chew on. Subscribe, share this with a friend who hoards tropes, and leave a review so more readers can find the show. Support the show You can connect with me here: Website Tiktok Youtube Facebook Subscribe to my Patreon to watch the interviews live, get merch, and books from the authors I have on!

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  Episode #24

  God Stone series & Wrack and Ruin w/Otto Schafer

  Jul 20, 202633 min

  A hidden journal in the wall of a Victorian house. A dig site that jumps from Mexico to Oak Island. A treasure chest that doesn’t hold what everyone expects and the moment it opens, magic comes roaring back into the world. We’re joined by author Otto Schaefer to unpack the ideas behind his YA fantasy series God of Stone, including how he threads two point-of-view characters into one expanding mystery and why real locations make even the most unbelievable discoveries feel possible. Then we pivot hard into horror with Wrack and Ruin, the most interesting zombie (I've seen in a while) built to feel plausible. We talk parasites, infection stages, the terrifying “still alive but losing your mind” phase, and why he prefers running zombies when it’s time to crank tension. Along the way, he breaks down how he balances action with character, why a great editor matters, and what he’s planning next, from finishing the series to experimenting with a techno thriller. If you love author interviews, YA fantasy, modern fantasy mysteries, or zombie horror with a scientific edge, this one’s for you. Subscribe, share this with a friend who loves apocalypse stories, and leave a review with the detail that hooked you most. Support the show You can connect with me here: Website Tiktok Youtube Facebook Subscribe to my Patreon to watch the interviews live, get merch, and books from the authors I have on!

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  Episode #23

  Rickshaw Riot w/ Ben Wolf & Luke Messa

  Jul 15, 202637 min

  A VR MMO launches with a promise that sounds impossible: one game where you can play everything and finally live inside the “ultimate gaming experience.” Then the doors slam shut. The creator, Eric Shaw, wakes up trapped in his own stitched-together mega-world alongside 1.3 billion other players and the cruel punchline is that he hates video games. We talk with authors Ben Wolf and Luke Messa about how Rickshaw Riot turns that setup into a fast and funny LitRPG. We dig into the co-writing process that made the book click. Ben and Luke also unpack how suffering starts to carve out empathy, and why committing to a ridiculous constraint like being stuck with a rickshaw keeps the story grounded even as the Allverse explodes into parody game zones, crossover chaos, and system-driven comedy. You’ll also hear how details like the youth filter, clean profanity, and censorship gags become worldbuilding instead of throwaway bits. If you like VRMMO stories, LitRPG worldbuilding, or game parody done with craft, hit play. Subscribe and share this with a LitRPG friend, and leave a review with your favorite Allverse crossover you want to see next. Support the show You can connect with me here: Website Tiktok Youtube Facebook You can also subscribe to my newsletter on my website to get episode reminders, access to unedited episodes, a monthly list of upcoming titles and the chance at a free book from each author I interview.

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  Episode #22

  I'm Not the Hero w/Tommy Kerper AKA Sourpatch Hero

  Jul 6, 202638 min

  The most dangerous person in an isekai world might not be the hero, it might be the friend who knows every trope and can see the disaster coming. We’re joined by Tommy Kerper, also known as Sour Patch Hero, to talk about I’m Not the Hero and why making the “background character” the lead opens up fresher stakes, sharper humor, and more real friendship tension than the usual power fantasy setup. We get into how Orrin’s support-focused class changes the shape of the story. Tommy also breaks down the series’ biggest system-level hook: administrator access. It’s rare, scary, and wrapped in history, rumor, and politics, which turns a simple LitRPG mechanic into a long-running mystery about who controls the “rules” and why everyone wants that power hidden. On the craft side, Tommy shares what it’s like to write as a self-described panster while still steering toward an ending he’s known for years. We talk about writing into corners on purpose, using old plot hooks to escape, and letting characters make the choices that feel true even when it complicates the plot. We also touch on character growth (including Maddie’s evolution), dungeon design influenced by Dungeons and Dragons improvisation, upcoming releases, and what he wants to write after the finale. If you love LitRPG, GameLit, isekai, progression fantasy, and behind-the-scenes author process, hit play. Then subscribe, share this with a friend who loves trope flips, and leave a review so more readers can find the show. Support the show You can connect with me here: Website Tiktok Youtube Facebook You can also subscribe to my newsletter on my website to get episode reminders, access to unedited episodes, a monthly list of upcoming titles and the chance at a free book from each author I interview.

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  Episode #21

  The Amatherean Tales w/Bosloe

  Jun 22, 202639 min

  This week we’re joined by Bosloe, author of The Ametherean Tales, to talk about One Flew Over the Dragon’s Nest. We dig into SJ’s background as a forensic accountant who actually reads the terms and conditions (when the typical person wouldn't) and accidentally breaks the system by not signing them. That choice creates ripple effects across the series, including a reincarnation option that sounds overpowered until you count the costs: losing levels, losing progress, and not even knowing who will remember you. We also get into the story’s signature pairing: SJ and her sarcastic AI companion, Dave, and how their dynamic evolves from unhelpful friction to BFF's. Then we zoom out to the broader worldbuilding that makes this progression fantasy feel grounded... choosing a rare Fey assassin build, using size and stealth in practical ways, and navigating a setting where Fey are ostracized. We also talk about Legionnaires (the people from earth that get isekai'd), and morality. If you enjoy LitRPG, cozy fantasy, character-driven progression, and smart system mechanics, hit play, then subscribe, share the episode with a friend, and leave a review so more listeners can find the show. Support the show You can connect with me here: Website Tiktok Youtube Facebook You can also subscribe to my newsletter on my website to get episode reminders, access to unedited episodes, a monthly list of upcoming titles and the chance at a free book from each author I interview.

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