Rebecca Stewart on Scottish Folklore, Wulvers & Cult Media Storytelling | OH!CAST

In this week’s *OH!CAST*, we sit down with Scottish indie author *Rebecca Stewart*, creator of the Wulver series and one of the most exciting new voices in modern fantasy. This conversation blends *geek culture interviews*, Scottish folklore, and the craft of building worlds shaped by myth, community, and emotional storytelling. Rebecca shares her journey from Wattpad beginnings to becoming a published author, reflecting on the shock of having her first novel accepted on the first try — and the courage it took to rewrite that debut from the ground up. She talks about reclaiming creative control, developing stronger female leads, and challenging the misogynistic tropes that dominate traditional werewolf fiction. We explore the Wulvers — wolf‑headed protectors from Shetland and Orkney folklore — and how Rebecca adapted them into shapeshifters rooted in compassion, community, and cultural identity. She discusses the influence of Scottish landscapes, family storytelling traditions, and the fantasy she grew up with, from Lord of the Rings to _Anne of Green Gables_. These retro influences shape the heart of her worldbuilding and connect her work to the wider tradition of cult media fantasy. This episode also digs into the realities of indie publishing: book covers, marketing struggles, formatting nightmares, and the incredible support network within the indie author community. Rebecca opens up about writing through anxiety and chronic illness, finding escape in creativity, and how TikTok unexpectedly became a powerful tool for reaching readers around the world. If you’re into *cult media*, *geek culture interviews*, folklore, fantasy writing, or discovering brilliant new creators, this conversation is packed with depth, humour, and heart. Rebecca’s journey offers a fresh, inspiring look into modern indie storytelling and the myths that shape us. 📚 Check out Rebecca Stewart’s books on Amazon https://tinyurl.com/3u45pkwx 🎧 Listen to all OH!CAST episodes: https://taplink.cc/ohcast 💬 Join the chat, share your thoughts, and support indie authors. 💬 Join the chat, share your thoughts, and support indie authors!