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Caleb James K.

Caleb James K. is the former Editor-in-Chief of the literary journal, Drunken Pen Writing, and the host of the DPW Podcast. He’s also a fiction writer, poet, and aspiring novelist.

Spencer Church

A former aspiring comic book artist, Spencer is the cohost of the DPW Podcast as well as a short story writer and avid reader.

We sit down with author C.J. Spataro and discuss her debut novel, More Strange Than True. We also talk about the publishing world, current literary trends, how to submit your work to publishers and get accepted, and what type of magic turns a man into a dog. 

You can check out C.J.’s work at https://www.cjspataro.com/

You can keep an eye out for her book, More Strange Than True at https://www.saggingmeniscus.com/catalog/more_strange_than_true/

#212: Overrated American Novels – Drunken Pen Writing Podcast

We begin today's episode talking about a giant snowstorm and Russian literature. After that, we revisit an old topic with a twist. We discuss American novels that are overrated.  You can follow us on Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter @dpwpodcast You can check out Caleb's work at http://www.calebjamesk.com. 

1. #212: Overrated American Novels 30:50
2. #211: Words You Should Cut From Your Work 34:17
3. DBS #132: Why You Should Level Up Your Reading 43:42
4. BOTM #22: The Sugar Man 44:17
5. #210: Our 2025 Writing Year In Review 41:49