Collaborative Writing Magic: Megan Linski & Alicia Rades on YA Fantasy for Neurodivergent Readers

Discover the secrets behind bestselling young adult paranormal fiction—with an autistic-led, reader-first lens. In this episode of The CrazyFitnessGuy® Show, autistic advocate Jimmy Clare welcomes acclaimed authors Megan Linski and Alicia Rades to talk about how they co-create the Academy of Magical Creatures fantasy series for readers who love magical worlds, found family, and underdog heroes.

Megan and Alicia share how their collaboration began, what their writing process looks like on both high-focus and low-energy days, and how they build a world that feels safe and exciting to return to. They talk about developing unforgettable characters, weaving in cliffhangers that keep readers turning pages, and why diverse, relatable representation in fantasy matters—especially for autistic and neurodivergent readers who use stories as a calm escape.

Whether you’re an autistic or neurodivergent reader who rereads favorite series for comfort, or a writer curious about co-authoring in the fantasy genre, this episode is packed with gentle, practical insights you won’t want to miss.

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