Darkest Light & Ravaged Skies AM Geever on Apocalypse, Punk, and Redemption #218

From Zombies to Solar Storms: AM Geever’s Post-Apocalyptic Journeys

What drives our fascination with the end of the world? Is it fear—or the hope of a fresh start? In this week’s episode of Moped Outlaws, author AM Geever rides with us into the dark, thrilling territory of apocalypse fiction. Known for her zombie novels and her latest work Darkest Light—a story set after a devastating solar storm—Geever explores why collapse captivates our imagination, and what it reveals about who we are.

In our conversation, AM shares how punk rock’s DIY spirit shaped her approach to writing, why tropes and covers matter more than most authors realize, and how post-apocalyptic landscapes provide the perfect backdrop for exploring human ethics and redemption. We dive into the tension between rugged individualism and social responsibility, the challenges of writing diverse characters authentically, and the push-pull between creativity and Amazon’s algorithm-driven publishing world.

For anyone who’s ever wondered why we’re drawn to stories of collapse—or for aspiring authors curious about navigating today’s publishing landscape—this episode is a treasure trove of insight.

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Takeaways

AM Geever reveals how punk rock’s DIY spirit shaped her approach to writing and publishing.
She discusses the balance between creativity, tropes, and marketing in post-apocalyptic fiction.
Insights into why readers are fascinated with collapse scenarios, and what comes after civilization ends.
Honest reflections on diversity, mistakes, and the growth of her character portfolios.
A candid look at the publishing industry, Amazon’s algorithms, and why she resists feeding the machine.

“I like writing this stuff. I enjoy reading it. But I do not want to live it. Civilization is where it’s at, modern medicine, electricity, paved roads. I don’t want to live in a world where my Sudafed runs out in allergy season.”AM Geever

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