Babe the Big Blue Minotaur? Special Guest Michael Thompson

Michael Thompson joins the Cryptids of the Corn Podcast to share the story of a unique cryptid from his home state Virginia, the Prince William Minotaur.

LIVE SHOW Announcement! Michael Thompson joins forces with the Cryptids of the Corn Podcast for an epic, one-of-a-kind live show on June 14th, 2025 in Ada, Ohio, featuring in-depth discussions on legends of the seas and skies, meet & greets, and book signings.  

Michael Thompson joins the Banter with Richie B podcast to discuss his award-winning Winslow Hoffner Series, the writing process, cryptids, and the paranormal.

Michael Thompson joins Strangeology to discuss the cryptid legends and fisherman folklore that inspired his award-winning Winslow Hoffner Series, as well as personal paranormal experiences.

Michael Thompson joins Creepy Confidential LIVE for a discussion into his award-winning Winslow Hoffner books, cryptids, ghosts, and more!

Michael Thompson chats with Toby Dorr about his journey as an independent author, his latest books, and returning to his original Chicken Boy series for the 20 year anniversary of the character!

Michael Thompson joins Tommy Cullum on the Let's Get Freaky Podcast to discuss his award-winning Winslow Hoffner books, favorite aquatic cryptids, as well as personal paranormal experiences.

Michael Thompson joins Ryley Watson on Midwest Mythos to discuss the audiobook edition of Winslow Hoffner's Incredible Encounters, the newly released second installment in the series, and the origins of the cryptids and mythical creatures that inspired his works.

Michael Thompson guests on the Conspire a Theory podcast for a conversation about the cryptids and folklore that inspired his award-winning Winslow Hoffner series, the writing / illustrating processes, and the creative journey of being an author.   

Michael Thompson guests on Freaky Fauna Friday with Jay from Cryptids of the Corn to discuss the fascinating Babirusa and exchange facts about this curious creature... and puns.  Lots and lots of puns.

Award-winning author/illustrator Michael Thompson talks with Jay on Cryptids of the Corn about the Dobhar-chú, a fearsome cryptid said to stalk the loughs of Ireland and ambush any who stray too near to the water’s edge. Could it be a being of mystical origin with magical properties?  Or, could a flesh-and-blood explanation exist, and how do modern sightings compare with the centuries-old tales of these monstrous, Irish water hounds? 

Michael Thompson chats with Shayn from Inquiries of our Reality to discuss his latest book in the Winslow Hoffner series, the audiobook edition of Winslow Hoffner's Incredible Encounters, cryptids, the writing process, and the development of future stories in the Winslow Hoffner series and beyond.

Michael Thompson chats with Kevin Sapiel Jr. about his latest book, Winslow Hoffner's High-Sailing Adventures, aquatic cryptids, upcoming projects, Winslow Hoffner's Incredible Encounters: The Audiobook, and MORE on this special return appearance on the 100th episode of Where the Weird Ones Are!

Michael Thompson chats with Co-Host Diego about the second book in his award-winning Winslow Hoffner series, Winslow Hoffner's High-Sailing Adventures, as well as the audiobook edition of the first book in the series, now available on Kobo! 

Michael Thompson returns to Cryptids of the Corn to discuss the cryptids, characters, story, and symbolism behind his award-winning Winslow Hoffner series.  Mr. E gives his reactions, analyses, and review of the audiobook edition of Winslow Hoffner's Incredible Encounters, now available on Kobo!

Michael Thompson chats with Strange States about the cryptozoology and folklore that inspired his award-winning Winslow Hoffner Series, as well as the creative processes of telling stories through writing, illustrating, and filmmaking.

Michael Thompson chats with fellow author Bryan Nowak about second book in the award-winning Winslow Hoffner Series, Winslow Hoffner's High-Sailing Adventures.

Cryptidbits with General Tidbits counts down the top cryptid moments of 2023, including the publication of the second book in the Winslow Hoffner Series, Winslow Hoffner's High-Sailing Adventures.

Author and podcaster Bryan Nowak reviews the second book in the Winslow Hoffner Series, Winslow Hoffner's High-Sailing Adventures.

Michael Thompson sits down with Co-Host Diego on the Let's Find Out Podcast to discuss his award-winning cryptozoology-inspired sea epic Winslow Hoffner's Incredible Encounters, his experiences at cryptid conferences and comic cons, and a preview of the second book in the Winslow Hoffner Series.

Michael Thompson chats with friend and fellow author Bryan  Nowak on the All Things Writing Podcast about upcoming releases, the writing process, and the indie writing world.

Michael Thompson chats with Cryptids of the Corn about the obscure sea monster known as Trunko and gives an exclusive preview the next book in his Winslow Hoffner Series.

Michael Thompson chats with Cryptidbits with General Tidbits about the Winslow Hoffner Series, favorite cryptids, and behind-the-scenes stories of the origins of his books.

Michael Thompson chats with Kevin from Where The Weird Ones Are to discuss the writing process, the latest news about his award-winning Winslow Hoffner Series, supernatural encounters, and more.

Webster Style interviews Michael Thompson at Big Lick Comic Con Nova about his award-winning novels, World of the Orb and Winslow Hoffner's Incredible Encounters, his longest-running action/comedy series Chicken Boy, and how he got his start as an independent author and illustrator.

Author/illustrator Michael Thompson sits down with the Cryptids of the Corn podcast to discuss his award-winning folkloric fantasy novel, Winslow Hoffner's Incredible Encounters, legends of the sea, globsters, lesser-known cryptids, forthcoming shows, a special announcement about the Winslow Hoffner Series, and much, much more!  Stream the episode wherever you listen to your podcasts!

Bryan Nowak does a deep-dive review and analysis of the characters, world-building, and story of Michael Thompson's award-winning YA portal fantasy novel, World of the Orb. 

Michael Thompson discusses how he got his start in writing, the future of the Winslow Hoffner series, and more with fellow author Bryan Nowak on the All Things Writing podcast! 

Arts2Life Magazine chats with Michael Thompson, who shares an introduction to his latest book, Chicken Boy and the Might of the Monkey Man, the fourth installment to the action-packed superhero series that started it all, plus his amazed reaction to a heartwarming, surprise tribute to his characters in a mural at his former elementary school.

As an author guest for Read Across America, Michael Thompson returns to his former elementary school where he created Chicken Boy and discovers a mural of his original characters painted on the library wall!

Michael Thompson chats with aois21 Media at the Blue Ridge Writers Book & Arts Fair about Winslow Hoffner's Incredible Encounters, his journey as an indie author, and his upcoming books.

 Michael Thompson discusses the inspirations behind his new folkloric fantasy novel Winslow Hoffner's Incredible Encounters,  speaking to schools, & what it means to be a Realmhopper with fellow author DM Patterson. 

Michael Thompson joins Carolyn O'Neal (author of Kingsley)  and Carol Cutler of the Blue Ridge Chapter of the VA Writers' Club to discuss the Blue Ridge Book & Arts Fair with Rick Daniels at News Radio WINA.

Michael Thompson talks about his latest book, future installments of World of the Orb, and more with fellow author A.L. Kaplan.

Michael Thompson discusses World of the Orb, the Chicken Boy Series, and his new book, Winslow Hoffner's Incredible Encounters, with Hannah Bauman of Between the Lines Editorial.

Michael Thompson chats with Debbie Eisele of Gainesville Lifestyle Magazine about World of the Orb, the Chicken Boy Series, future projects, and the life of an indie author.

Michael Thompson chats about the movies that captured his imagination as a kid, how he got his start as a self-published author, & the one-year anniversary of World of the Orb  with host Jonathan Moody on The Independent Corner Radio Show at MarsCon 2018.

Michael chats with fellow author/blogger D.M. Patterson about writing, self-publishing, & the development of his YA portal fantasy novel, World of the Orb.

"GU Book Crew took a short trip west of D.C. to Grounds Central Station, a coffee shop in Manassas, Va., to chat with local fantasy and science fiction author, Michael Thompson..."

Michael Thompson discusses the release of World of the Orb  with Cameron Wall of Northern Virginia Magazine.