The Story Blender is hosted by Suspense Radio Network and hosted by author Steven James.

Steven James is a critically acclaimed novelist and author of more than thirty books of fiction and nonfiction. He has a Master’s Degree in Storytelling, serves as a contributing editor for Writer’s Digest Magazine, and has taught writing and creative storytelling around the world. Publishers Weekly calls him "[A] master storyteller at the peak of his game.” His thriller, The Bishop, was Suspense Magazine’s Book of the Year.

When he’s not traveling and speaking he likes watching science fiction movies, trail running, and eating chicken fajitas—although not necessarily all at the same time.

Donald Maass - Literary Agent and Bestselling Author

Highly respected literary agent and much sought after fiction instructor Donald Maass explains how to tap into readers’ emotions in the stories we tell. Be prepared as Donald takes us on a tour of avenues of story that no one else is exploring: plot layering, micro tension, and the death of description in fiction. Have your pen ready to take notes.