Mike Strickland | Updates

Book launch: Into the Deep, Dark Woods

Mike Strickland — Fri, 2 Jan 2026 00:00:00 +0000

Book launch and signing for anthology Into the Deep, Dark Woods, featuring my short story "There's Still Hope While One Tree Grows." Edited by bestselling author Kevin J. Anderson and award-winning editor Allyson Longueira.

Western Colorado University
Gunnison, Colorado

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Panelist at TBRCon

Mike Strickland — Thu, 4 Jun 2026 00:00:00 +0000

I'll appear as a panelist at TBRCon 2026, an online sci-fi/fantasy/horror conference, speaking on the topic of "The Politics of Utopia vs. Dystopia" with panelists Wole Talabi, Brian Penn, Krystle Matar, Moses Ose Utomi, and moderator Taran Hunt.

The panel will take place LIVE online, from 8:30-10:00 PM MT, with a recording available afterward.

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Guest and Panelist at FanX Salt Lake City

Mike Strickland — Thu, 11 Jun 2026 00:00:00 +0000

I'll be appearing at the FanX Salt Lake Comic & Pop Culture Convention as a guest at the Writers of the Future/Galaxy Press booth and likely as a panelist (details TBD).

September 24-26, 2026
Salt Palace Convention Center
Salt Lake City, UT

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LA Talk Radio interview

Mike Strickland — Wed, 20 May 2026 00:00:00 +0000

Interview on the LA Talk Radio show "Rendezvous With a Writer"

6 PM PT

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Summer in Germany

Mike Strickland — Thu, 01 Jan 2026 15:30:22 -0500

A real-time travel blog covering my travels through southern Germany and western Austria, encompassing Munich, Salzburg, the Romantic Road, the Alps, the Black Forest, and more.

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Book signing at Deep Roots Winery

Mike Strickland — Wed, 3 Jun 2026 00:00:00 +0000

Come out to Deep Roots Winery in Golden, Colorado, where I'll be selling and signing books during their biweekly "Sip & Shop Sundays" local vendor event!

Sunday, June 14
11 AM - 3 PM

1375 Catamont Drive
Golden, CO 80403

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Podcast interview: Bringing Life to Characters

Mike Strickland — Tue, 31 Mar 2026 00:00:00 +0000

I'll be a guest on the Bringing Life to Characters podcast with fellow Writers of the Future Volume 42 author Mark McWaters.

Watch the recording: YouTube, Spotify, Amazon Music, Apple Podcasts

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Author panel and book signing

Mike Strickland — Sat, 9 May 2026 00:00:00 +0000

Author panel and book signing event with other local authors.

Village Cooperative of Centennial

(private event)

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Brewery Book Fair

Mike Strickland — Mon, 11 May 2026 00:00:00 +0000

I'll be selling and signing my books 3-8 PM at Loveland Aleworks. If you're in the Northern Colorado (NoCo) area, or want to make the trek from Denver, come meet the author and partake in two of my passions: books and beer!

Loveland Aleworks
118 W. 4th Street
Loveland, CO

Event description:

Meet a talented group of local authors and explore a lineup of stories spanning fantasy, sci-fi, and superhero adventures. Whether you're into epic worlds, futuristic twists, or larger-than-life heroes, there’s something here to spark your imagination.

Grab a pint, chat with the writers, get your books signed, and discover your next favorite read—all in a laid-back, community-driven setting. It’s the perfect way to spend an afternoon surrounded by great stories and great beer

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Interview: "The Authors Quill"

Mike Strickland — Thu, 7 May 2026 00:00:00 +0000

Interview on “The Authors Quill” online radio show to discuss my recent Writers of the Future workshop week and awards gala.

With Writers of the Illustrator winner Karah Richardson (who illustrated my story) and host Joe Montaldo.

Watch recording here

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"Make Space Great Again"

Mike Strickland — Mon, 20 Apr 2026 00:00:00 +0000

Read "Make Space Great Again," published in Amazing Stories on the 100-year anniversary of the historic magazine's founding.

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Writers of the Future: awards ceremony and book signing

Mike Strickland — Sun, 28 Dec 2025 00:00:00 +0000

Writers of the Future Contest gala awards ceremony and book signing event for the anthology L. Ron Hubbard Presents: Writers of the Future, Vol. 42, featuring my short story “As Long as You Both Shall Live.”

Live stream starting at 7 PM Pacific at writersofthefuture.com

Read the story of how I won the Writers of the Future Contest

Taglyan Complex
Hollywood, California

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Interview: "The Authors Quill"

Mike Strickland — Fri, 27 Mar 2026 00:00:00 +0000

Interview on “The Authors Quill” online radio show to discuss my appearance in the upcoming Writers of the Future Volume 42.

With host Joe Montaldo, Galaxy Press president John Goodwin, and fellow Vol. 42 winners S.J. Stevenson, Brenda Posey, and Zach Poulter.

Watch recording here

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Book launch: Requiem: Tales of the Undead

Mike Strickland — Sun, 28 Dec 2025 00:00:00 +0000

Book launch and signing for the anthology Requiem: Tales of the Undead, featuring my short story “Wrapped Up in Work.”

Superstars Writing Seminars 2026
Cheyenne Mountain Resort
Colorado Springs, Colorado

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Interview: "The Authors Quill"

Mike Strickland — Sun, 28 Dec 2025 00:00:00 +0000

Interview on “The Authors Quill” online radio show.

With host Joe Montaldo, Galaxy Press president John Goodwin, and fellow Writers of the Future, Vol. 42 winner Kathleen Powell.

Watch recording here

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