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Love classic, epic fantasy? Wonder what happened to stories of rousing adventure with noble heroes and dastardly villains? Then join Brandon Wilborn, fellow fantasy nerd and indie author, as he reads the unabridged audio version of his novels and stories, starting with his debut novel, The Treasure of Capric. Brandon’s action-packed tales with classic heroes and devious villains let you escape to wondrous worlds with noble quests, soul-piercing danger, and a thread of hope. Subscribe to hear ...
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Send us a text The golden armies of the King clash with the soldiers and demonic bugs led by Lord Evasius. Kurian finds new allies in the strangers from Capric Hill, and the story concludes. - Written and performed by Brandon M Wilborn - Edited and produced with the assistance of Hindenburg Narrator - Copyright 2023 by Brandon M Wilborn - Theme mus…
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Send us a text Gideon’s lightning attack surprises Evasius, who responds by releasing Mouna to do her worst. With the help of Duana, they create their own champion, and call forth a demonic horde. - Written and performed by Brandon M Wilborn - Edited and produced with the assistance of Hindenburg Narrator - Copyright 2023 by Brandon M Wilborn - The…
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Send us a text Evasius’ army arrives in Aposford. Kurian’s second meeting with him sets the opposing armies up for battle. - Written and performed by Brandon M Wilborn - Edited and produced with the assistance of Hindenburg Narrator - Copyright 2023 by Brandon M Wilborn - Theme music is "The Moldau" by Smetana, digitally arranged by composerr Thank…
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Send us a text Kurian returns to his hometown and begins preparing the villagers to face Lord Evasius. - Written and performed by Brandon M Wilborn - Edited and produced with the assistance of Hindenburg Narrator - Copyright 2023 by Brandon M Wilborn - Theme music is "The Moldau" by Smetana, digitally arranged by composerr Thank you for listening! …
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Send us a text Kurian reunites with old allies and the floodgates of the Apos burst forth. Following the story, a Word of Wisdom from Grandpa Wilborn. - Written and performed by Brandon M Wilborn - Edited and produced with the assistance of Hindenburg Narrator - Copyright 2023 by Brandon M Wilborn - Theme music is "The Moldau" by Smetana, digitally…
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Send us a text Kurian reunites with his friends and they make their way through the tunnels that lead back down to Dury. Lord Evasius struggles with sudden changes to the world as he marches on Aposford. When Mouna returns, he plans for a vicious retaliation. - Written and performed by Brandon M Wilborn - Edited and produced with the assistance of …
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Send us a text Kurian discovers why the King chose him. Back at camp, Fallon assaults the gates, and is surprised by their defenses. - Written and performed by Brandon M Wilborn - Edited and produced with the assistance of Hindenburg Narrator - Copyright 2023 by Brandon M Wilborn - Theme music is "The Moldau" by Smetana, digitally arranged by compo…
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Send us a text Tobin and Rhys help to guard the gates of the King’s Camp while Fallon launches his attack. The boys are surprised when the King’s beacon lights and calls them away. After the story, A Word of Wisdom: Joshua 1:9 - Written and performed by Brandon M Wilborn - Edited and produced with the assistance of Hindenburg Narrator - Copyright 2…
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Send us a text Kurian hears the King’s story. Tobin and the others are honored within the king's camp, until Fallon arrives at the gate. The King shows Kurian a vision. Behind the Keyboard: The Treasure - Part Two - Written and performed by Brandon M Wilborn - Edited and produced with the assistance of Hindenburg Narrator - Copyright 2023 by Brando…
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Send us a text Kurian gets his hands on the treasure, while his friends worry about his long absence. Fallon continues to search, and one of his men signals that they’ve found the camp, but Evasius gets a completely different message and prepares to march on Aposford. Behind the Keyboard Segment: The Treasure - Part One - Written and performed by B…
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Send us a text Kurian meets the King of the Caves and is surprised by what he finds. Tobin, Rhys, and Noeman get a tour of the camp until Xander invites Noeman for a private talk. - Written and performed by Brandon M Wilborn - Edited and produced with the assistance of Hindenburg Narrator - Copyright 2023 by Brandon M Wilborn - Theme music is "The …
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Send us a text The monks reach the King’s camp and begin treating Kurian. Fallon searches the crags of the wild goats. And Kurian wakes to a voice calling him into the wilderness. Following the story, thoughts on our calling in life and faith. - Written and performed by Brandon M Wilborn - Edited and produced with the assistance of Hindenburg Narra…
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Send us a text Xander brings Kurian’s crew through the Crags of the Wild Goats, where they finally reach the King’s camp, while Captain Fallon searches for their trail. - Written and performed by Brandon M Wilborn - Edited and produced with the assistance of Hindenburg Narrator - Copyright 2023 by Brandon M Wilborn - Theme music is "The Moldau" by …
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Send us a text Tobin and the others try to treat Kurian’s wounds, only to be interrupted by a stranger. Captain Fallon continues his pursuit with rising rage as the difficulties of catching the Caprics tests his patience. - Written and performed by Brandon M Wilborn - Edited and produced with the assistance of Hindenburg Narrator - Copyright 2023 b…
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Send us a text After surviving the Sirens, Kurian’s group now faces lake Hasslemere and the deadly hasslefish as they flee Captain Fallon’s pursuit. - Written and performed by Brandon M Wilborn - Edited and produced with the assistance of Hindenburg Narrator - Copyright 2023 by Brandon M Wilborn - Theme music is "The Moldau" by Smetana, digitally a…
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Send us a text In Chapter 15, the men aboard the Osprey experience the deadly Siren Song. Warning, this is one of the chapters that makes me give this book a PG-13 rating. Then, a discussion on the problem of temptation. - Written and performed by Brandon M Wilborn - Edited and produced with the assistance of Hindenburg Narrator - Copyright 2023 by…
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Send us a text Kurian’s party dares the dangerous passage by Syrene Island aboard the Osprey with Captain Bacchus. Captain Fallon and Mouna follow close behind, while fighting for control. - Written and performed by Brandon M Wilborn - Edited and produced with the assistance of Hindenburg Narrator - Copyright 2023 by Brandon M Wilborn - Theme music…
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Send us a text The musical episode! Summary: Lord Evasius gets Mouna more involved in the hunt, wile Fallon continues to suffer the consequences of her magic. The boys make their way to Whalesand to try to find a new way to the King of the Caves after losing Louise. They’re met with more surprises about the world as myth becomes reality. Behind the…
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Send us a text In the finale for part one of The Treasure of Capric, The game of cat and mouse ensues as Kurian’s group tries to reach the cliffs of Dury and Fallon’s soldier’s are waiting. Will the boys reach the secret passage up the cliffs, or will Fallon capture them? Behind the Keyboard: How life experience can change an author's writing. - Wr…
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Send us a text In Episode 11, Louise leads the boys to a safehouse in the woods outside Dury, where they meet another ally to the King of the Caves. Meanwhile, Fallon readies his plan to trap Kurian and his friends by blocking their path to the cliffs. Behind the Keyboard: Being surprised by your own imagination. - Written and performed by Brandon …
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Send us a text After encountering a witch in the ruins of Fin, Noeman tells the boys about the prophecy given to the abbot, and they learn of a long-forgotten power that may help them overcome the magic they’re facing. Meanwhile, Captain Fallon sets his trap in Dury. Thaumaturgy: A real word--seriously. It means basically what Noeman says in the ch…
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Send us a text Kurian and his friends travel to the ruins of Fin, the ancient city of kings. But something dark and dangerous waits among the rubble. Here's a map for you to follow along with Kurian's journey: https://brandonwilborn.com/KoCMaps Behind the Keyboard Segment: The Magic system in Pallingham - Written and performed by Brandon M Wilborn …
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Send us a text Kurian’s crew ambush the pursuing soldiers in the battle of the apple grove. Tensions grow within the group as Kurian and Noeman struggle to decide their path. A Morsel of Wisdom: Prov. 28:23 - Written and performed by Brandon M Wilborn - Edited and produced with the assistance of Hindenburg Narrator - Copyright 2023 by Brandon M Wil…
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Send us a text Kurian’s group flees across the plains, but Evasius’ soldiers aren’t far behind. Captain Fallon returns to Pallingham castle and gets further entangled with the witch, Mouna. Behind the Keyboard Segment: Exploring character names in The Treasure of Capric. - Written and performed by Brandon M Wilborn - Edited and produced with the as…
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Send us a text Kurian, Tobin, and Rhys flee from Captain Fallon, following Louise into the wild. Meanwhile, Captain Fallon starts a manhunt. Kurian’s group has a surprising and tragic meeting in an abandoned village. A new segment for you to chew on: the Morsel of Wisdom. - Written and performed by Brandon M Wilborn - Edited and produced with the a…
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Send us a text Kurian, Tobin, and Rhys interrogate the King’s spy, who has another surprise up her sleeve. Meanwhile, Captain Fallon waits for them in the Briny Mug. How will Kurian face pressure from three sides? - Written and performed by Brandon M Wilborn - Edited and produced with the assistance of Hindenburg Narrator - Copyright 2023 by Brando…
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Send us a text A spy intercepts Kurian and his friends while they question the lead from Lord Evasius. Back at Capric Hill, Noeman confronts the Abbot to learn the true reason he sent the boys to Pallingham Castle. Behind the Keyboard Segment: Thoughts about prophecy in the Bible and in fantasy fiction. - Written and performed by Brandon M Wilborn …
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Send us a text Kurian, Tobin, and Rhys head to Pallingham Castle, trying to figure out why the Abbot sent novitiates on an official mission. Once there, they try to convince Lord Evasius to return the treasure. He turns the tables by revealing that the treasure was already stolen. - Written and performed by Brandon M Wilborn - Edited and produced w…
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Send us a text Lord Evasius gets a report about the attack on Capric Hill from his witch, Mouna. Kurian, Tobin, and Rhys reach the burning compound, only to be sent away on a dangerous mission for which they’re unqualified. Lord Evasius learns that his attack failed to get what he wanted. Behind the Keyboard Segment: The music that inspired the wri…
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Send us a text For centuries, the Capric Monks have guarded a fabled treasure. Kurian Abramson has trained to be a Capric since he was seven years old. In what appears to be another day of study and combat training, a mysterious visitor challenges Kurian’s commitment. But that’s only the beginning of a day that will prove to shatter his world. - Wr…
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