A Convo w/ John Gwynne

I had the pleasure of sitting down with the fantastic John Gwynne to talk about his upcoming release The Shadow Of The Gods!
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[@jackinthebox1993]

Jesus Christ, your camera quality is fantastic dude!

[@jamesfrederick.]

I’m honestly going to check this guy out can’t believe I haven’t already

[@abolzero311]

Dude, now you gotta continue the banished lands

[@annafield3136]

One of my top 10 fantasy authors. I love the way he writes characters, especially the 'bad guys' in a way that you can really understand their motivations. Such a welcome change from your typical fantasy 'evil just because they're evil' villain. Can't wait to read the new book.

[@chrisgoucher536]

Just catching up and getting back into reading after a long break…. I am returning by reading Mr. Gwynn and his works… so far not disappointed. I just hope Mr. Gwynn or someone close to him creates purchasable ’bookends’ (pewter?) of the two heads from the current series - or just two of the dragon for that matter - in which to hold my JG collection between, I’d be all over THAT! Thanks to Mr. Gwynne for the series and thanks to both of you for the interview!

[@reubantisdell2644]

He looks like a fantasy character, and I love it.

[@jjr5085]

He looks like if a Viking were being interviewed from the past. Love the way he put the armor behind him.

[@LeonC0704]

@@jjr5085 have you seen his pictures a little bit younger? It's... wow

[@ChristmasLore]

That's one glorious, glorious beard! (Rothfuss can now diseapear forever in shame- he already should have, but now, he doesn't even have the *best beard in fantasy authors. He's got absolutely nothing left, except.... twitch.)

[@ChristmasLore]

@@LeonC0704 , thanks, now I will go check them! I'm curious!

[@kaiju_k5042]

@@ChristmasLore Wait, what did Rothfuss do?

[@Calebgoblin]

I feel like being compelled by Big Ass Dragon is just a monke brain vice that we as humans will never transcend

[@milospollonia1121]

Some people are addicted to drugs, I'm addicted to Big Ass Dragons

[@MagusMarquillin]

@@milospollonia1121 I mean, smoking opium is also known as "chasing the dragon", so there must be similarities.

[@ughitstravis9243]

@@milospollonia1121 Bad is it's abbreviation for a reason 😂

[@TheTheode]

The dragon is a combination of a snake, a big cat and a bird of prey. All common predators for current day primates and would've been for our primordial ancestors too. It has fire, a human tool which allowed us to terraform on a large scale and keep predators away, human intelligence, and human vices. I think we find it so compelling because it's a combination of ancient external fears of predatory animals and social ones towards the evils of humanity and the weapons we inflict upon ourselves, usually out of self interest. We as a species managed to project our own idea of human villainy onto a composite of our natural enemies. You're probably right that'll be with us as a symbol for a very long time.

[@Nasser851000]

John Gwynne deserves the award for best beard :)

[@elessar6950]

Sorry Rothfuss, move over

[@randomreader2696]

"A big knife to the head tends to be a really bad start to a day" Honestly, this would be such a great opening sentence for a book.

[@arundeepakjayaseelan4942]

The book is only been out for a day and I'm already thinking about re-reading it... 😅

[@jonbaxter2254]

How was it, avoiding spoils?

[@arundeepakjayaseelan4942]

@@jonbaxter2254 if you liked his Previous works... You Will LOVE The Shadow of the Gods... It's John Gwynne's best IMO

[@Liefvikerson]

Dang. You've been in it non-stop. 😲

[@reidblanchard6453]

Why do I feel like John Gwynne should wear the armor behind him, it goes perfectly with his beard

[@JoeK7]

check out his instagram ;)

[@jonbaxter2254]

He weekends as a saxon raider. Good for the old cv

[@jonbaxter2254]

My man's back to collecting authors like Infinity Stones.

[@JoeK7]

That beard is simply divine!

[@jonbaxter2254]

Daniel has much to learn...

[@nash6472]

@@jonbaxter2254 😭😭

[@oliviabrakel6129]

I want to put flowers in it.

[@thefantasynuttwork]

John Gwynne is so relatable and fun to listen to. He deserves all the highlights and more. A great dude and a great author. TRUTH AND COURAGE! 🐺⚔️

[@kalebkebede3941]

Wow. You are really going through those great authors aren't you?

[@maybebianca]

You are so much more confident in interviews , great job Dan, Looking forward for this channel in years, I think it's gonna be BIG

[@oliviabrakel6129]

*sees one author interview * I need to read everything they’ve ever written.

[@callum7081]

Very wise choice in this case.

[@ukotoa1639]

When I comes to fantasy I judge a book off it’s use of dragons (if it has them) this book has gotten its claws in me and I can’t wait to read it

[@anniecrego525]

John Gwynne is the author that got me addicted to Fantasy. He is my favorite author such an amazing guy.

[@petararmanda8342]

John Gwynne's beard is just MAGNIFICENT

[@giannimanzano9266]

VIKINGS MEET THE WITCHER? WOOOOOOOW ... I LOVE IT AND I AM ALL IN. Inside, we are all just big kids. Thank you Daniel for getting Mr. Gwynne on your channel and thanks for playing a part in my revival with reading. I am about to start with Ruin and I am loving Gwynne's writing.

[@jonbaxter2254]

John Gwynne looks like a character in a fantasy novel. Like the gruff, but fair, heavy in the team

[@wingcastlereads5657]

big respect for someone who puts a proper f'cking dragon on the cover!

[@Zac_Craig-Claveau]

Gwynne seems dope, am definitely gonna pick this book up. Malice didn't exactly catch my eye, but seeing him talk about his book and inspirations make me want to read this. Love autor interviews

[@JohnDoe-sx2ij]

Malice is the worst of the four in faithful and the fallen. Once you get to the last third of malice from then on to the end of the last book it is fantastic and engaging. I read the entire series in one week.

[@animeisthewayhaha]

Just got it in the mail last night and I spent all night reading it. Not done yet, about 1/5th left and without giving away spoilers... Its fucking amazing!

[@jonathankennedy7291]

Daniel, do you feel inspired to finish the Faithful and the Fallen now?

[@annafield3136]

How could anyone not finish that series! I was hooked! Such well written characters

[@maidbymaid9838]

He seems like such a chill and kind dude, how can I not pick up his books now?

[@danielvanrooyen9602]

I can listen to Mr Gwynne and Mr Greene talk for hours.

[@rabidspatula1013]

Speaking as a fellow Viking reenactor, Mr. Gwynne is so true: combat survival requires a massive amount of luck, esp in big melees. Training is massively important, but sometimes you just don't see the spear coming under the shield edge.......

[@bonedrewd8241]

Gwynne talking about vikings reminds me, if you like them, I´d recommend the anime Vinland Saga.

[@Nasser851000]

One day Daniel and John will share a pint with each other in a pub ;)

[@jonbaxter2254]

We all will, once this lockdown ends...

[@mrmr9201]

Just one?

[@GallowglassVT]

Ever since Daniel started doing interviews, I was praying he'd do one with John Gwynne. Thank the gods!

[@ZamWeazle]

Thank The Shadow Of The Gods more like! 😆

[@auriaska99]

Love how the guy looks, He looks exactly like some character i imagine would look like in a book called "Shadow of the Gods"

[@readclementine5228]

Damn, I’ve never been this early

[@charlespeter5610]

I did a double take at the name Varg. Metalheads should know what's up lol

[@bookschocaholic]

I love that John Gwynne looks both like someone I just wanna hug and also like someone who WILL CRUSH YOU...

[@dinakoroleva8122]

It's one of those cases when you see an author and instantly know you have to read the books :D

[@helenthehobbitwilliams5466]

Loved this video Daniel! I love the fact that he does re enactment, it's something I've always been interested in, but sadly never taken up. I feel like it would certainly give you the edge as a writer, to feel and go through some of the motions that you are putting your characters through. I can totally see how that would translate to making a more believable character, or action sequence. I can't wait to read this book now! It sounds amazing! Keep up the amazing work Daniel! I can't wait to see who you get to interview next!

[@astevenswrites]

The Shadow of the Gods was the book that got me back into reading again last year as I started my own writing journey. I knew that as a writer of fantasy, I needed to reacquaint myself with the current landscape of it. I was instantly drawn to John's cover and I have not been disappointed at all with what lay within. I'm currently on Hunger of the Gods now and I hope that we will see a third, but I heard about the tragedy in his life and either way, I wish him all the best.

[@althechicken9597]

I was like "no way he actually looks like a blacksmith" He definitely does look like a blacksmith

[@samuelbird7151]

100% agree with Bernard Cornwell’s the warlord chronicles it’s brutal and at times a realistic and brutal take on the Arthurian legend I read more historical fiction than fantasy but for modern audicences if you want to get into this series and want to lean more of Ragnarok don’t read the edder you won’t make it it’s harder to read then the odyssey instead read Norse Mythology by Neil Gaiman it’s amazing

[@HeadCannon19]

I can’t wait to read his works. I’m planning to start Malice soon (probably next month)

[@astraestus8828]

This man has a magnificent beard

[@bookschocaholic]

I must say I prefer the side by side set up instead of John here on his own. It feels more like an interview if you're both in frame? But fabulous interview with a fabulous man! ❤️

[@ZamWeazle]

Same. This would be my only criticism 👍

[@korgaupisc129]

I still can't get over how amazing this book cover is

[@sharkray3938]

Gwynne, lord of cinder

[@ItalianStallionBDM]

Ah, ashen one

[@deanryanmartin]

At last, Daniel brings back author interview. Miss this!

[@yasirkhalif157]

Bernard Cornwell is really slept on. Check out his sharpe series as well.

[@neveragain125]

You are Bi but i like you and your videos! well done!

[@theliterarylawyer5304]

My copy comes tomorrow. Can't wait to spend the rest of the week reading it (and probably rereading it).

[@samanthaa.6055]

I love a man who knows his Eddas

[@ZamWeazle]

🤣

[@Calebgoblin]

Power Move: Beard

[@simonsuarez7561]

What a compelling man, the kind of guy you'd like to chat and have a beer with

[@Eryk101]

Here for John!! Hes so humble! NOT a fan of Daniel's sense of humor/style but love he connects with authors for us peasants lol.

[@shawngillogly6873]

Not only do I love his writing. But in every interview he strikes me as a humble, decent man. And i covet that beard.

[@Legacy4magic]

This might be an L take. But WRATH, RUIN , VALOR…. Are so good.. words can’t describe. Listen. If you were disappointed in the way GOT ended you need to read this series. Not only is it better! But the ending is soooooooooo good. Give it chance.

[@JJMB27]

I am convinced to read this series by the fact that he use an armor and an old cupboard as his zoom scenery, instead of his bookshelves.

[@user-qc6he9bl3j]

As a Norwegan person I looking forward to reading this one

[@Nasser851000]

Will Daniel interview the brothers gwynne in the future?

[@magnuskrom4392]

I don't say this lightly but, this is the best book I've read. Ever. The way this is written makes it come alive like a 4k movie in your brain. Hats off!

[@Nasser851000]

First again? It must be my lucky day ;)

[@samuelleask1132]

I think John Gwynne is actually a Dwarf who has been transported from the Mines of Moria to the modern world

[@susanwoodcarver]

You got me at "The Vikings meet the Witcher!" Oh mama!!! Ordering it as soon as the interview ends. Thanks, Daniel!!!

[@ThePurpleGuy1983]

His beard was touched my gods

[@MegaD96]

Love Gwynne’s work. Just finished The Shadow of the Gods and it was god damn awesome! Good interview, Daniel. I would like to say though that I do not like the editing in this video. It makes the conversation feel very akward and un-natural when you edit out all the pauses and such.

[@gennapohl8079]

Good job Daniel, that was a super well conducted interview. And John Gwynne seems like a really cool and conscientious writer; I went ahead and bought this baby XD

[@cookiewayne9259]

The Cover is absolutely epic an beautiful! 😍❤️ In comparison the german cover is unfortunately pretty boring 😕 Maybe a reason to read in englisch 😉

[@varungidwani7900]

Bayaz is that you?

[@ishanabhi4540]

Love the Bernard Cornwell rec! I haven't read his stuff but I thoroughly enjoyed the last kingdom netflix series/

[@marcelocapeljunior3579]

I mean this with all due respect to the man. But damn... the first thing that came to mind when I saw him was 'Viking Santa'. Like, he sounds jovial and the way his beard was braided just makes my brain go 'viking'. Hence... Viking Santa. I'm sorry, I will see myself out.

[@csd8204]

Book of Three reference! Disney movie sucked (because it deviated from the book so drastically). Best viking book? Black Viking by Bill Downey.

[@paulandrewwandless3167]

Great interview. While I was sad to see John step away from the Banished Lands, I am very excited to read this new series. It was great to learn a little more about the new book. I'll be reading it very soon. Truth and courage!

[@bovarfririksson2449]

Nitpicking: saga means tale, story. So when someone says saga tale in this wonderful saga, it really grinds my gears. Sorry for the nitpick

[@MadlandsMedia]

Alright. I'm convinced I'll buy the fucking books.

[@KierTheScrivener]

oh my goodness his beard was my first thought on seeing him!

[@saursoar]

Peeps just wants to know the author poor thing.

[@floatingcoffin]

Grilled cheese sandwich book title

[@carterc4307]

Ive never read any John Gwynne books before, should i start with Malice or The Shadow of the Gods?

[@Isaacalelopez]

I am afraid of opening the cabinet behind him

[@ciaran2745]

God DAMN! Now that... that is one magnificent beard!

[@Grossermizuti]

As a man from Germany, it's so disappointing that the cover it's not the same as these beautiful original.

[@priceyblackwinter2338]

The moment the camera went to John, I saw the beard and the armour and went - *I HAVE TO MEET THIS MAN*

[@luvBB4lyf]

I'm currently trying not to buy books or start new series but I'm so so so tempted to pick up either faithful and the fallen or this book, and this interview has made me even more eager to do so

[@hynekozana3299]

This guy is so nice! I might have to read his books now. Such a pleasant interview

[@sagitswag1785]

Does this have spoilers for shadow of the gods? I am reading it rn, but would love to listen to this when I am not able to read.

[@djhokasha7410]

Sitting down and talking with Daniel is a great show. Do continue it!

[@marcushankins8171]

Yass I also busted out Google like 10 or 15 times in those first 150 pages.

[@cadearcher2258]

I’ve never felt a stronger urge to give another grown man a big hug

[@JohnnyValmaggia]

Vikings meets The Witcher? Fuck it, I'm sold.

[@emmanuelboakye1124]

Ok.i am intrested😁

[@JohnnyValmaggia]

@@emmanuelboakye1124 hell of a pitch.

[@secretsquirrel726]

He looks like one of the dwarves from the Galdrabock.

[@richardadcock5450]

Daniel I love your content!! Glad you really related to John Gwynne

[@pavlestavljanin6188]

pips wanted to ask a question

[@stuart1346]

You know your onto something when you can plait your beard

[@JJMB27]

Horns cliche comes from Teutonic knights helmets.

[@bobbylavoie3223]

Definitely interested in this dudes books. Have you ever read David Gemmell? He is my favorite author.

[@ZamWeazle]

John Gwynne loves Gemmell

[@bobbylavoie3223]

@@ZamWeazle yeah I first heard about him on a David Gemmell group. I heard they were similar.

[@ZamWeazle]

@@bobbylavoie3223 Tolkien, Gemmell and Cornwell are his often cited influences. 👍

[@ckurnath]

I already had this on my TBR but now it has moved to the top!

[@Florfilm]

Great interview. But the camara angle is awful. You need to pay attention to the eyeline. It looks like you are looking down on him. It would really help if your eyes are on the same hight as his. And if you look to the left you need to be in the right part of the image.

[@Florfilm]

I know it’s knitpicky but I’m a filmmaker and I really want to help. Best way to get correct eyelines is if you imagin an arrow coming out of your eyes and this arrow has to hit his eyes if you superimposed both images. But I know it’s difficult because you probably don’t know his camera angle in advance.

[@safinan8008]

U are very popular Daniel😊😊😊 great video 📖🎬

[@annafelka4042]

I want to read this so bad it’s the next book I plan to pick up!

[@Frogface91]

He seems like such a sweetheart 😌

[@AnarchyDucky]

This cover is just badass!

[@JoriamRamos]

Love those author interviews :0 thanks for the vid :)

[@richurro20]

I'm buying his books now.

[@nicoleg4465]

Daniel you should definitely play God Of War - specifically the 2018 one of you want an epic Norse Mythology inspired game that’s rich in fantasy and an incredible story 👌🏻