Best Ango Podcasts (2026)

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Interview with Author Yasmin Angoe 59:38

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Our first interview of Season 8 is to die for… Behind every wall… there’s a secret.🔒 Suspense thriller readers, don’t miss this. Yasmin Angoe @author_yasminangoe, author of Behind These Four Walls, joins the Get Caught UP Podcast with hosts @krissygcu and @mzsassytheauthor to talk twists, tension, and her new release. Welcome back to GCU author int…

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Behind These Four Walls with Yasmin Angoe 35:24

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From the author of Not What She Seems, Yasmin Angoe’s thriller explores revenge, morality, corruption, and wealth as a woman sets out to uncover the truth behind her friend’s disappearance and expose the powerful family behind it. Isla Thorne had a rough start in life. Orphaned young, she spent her formative years in a group home where she met her …

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The State of Self Publishing Today 8:31

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James remembers doing an episode on this back in 2018, so he decided to do an update on the subject! All of his books are on Amazon!By JLJ Media

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Book Publicist & Debut Novelist Jessica Cozzi 21:46

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Jessica L. Cozzi crafts swoon-worthy romances for teens to show that there is always love in the world, if you’re willing to find it. She is a publicist at William Morrow, an imprint of HarperCollins, and is also a former YA book blogger. She has a BA in Creative Writing from Fordham University and an MFA in Young Adult Fiction Writing & Profession…

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Introducing MzSassytheCoHost 33:15

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This season, new year, new cohost. Before we drop our author interviews and narrator spotlights, let’s get to know our new host! Tune in for these 5 Fun Facts about MzSassytheCoHost

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Author Interview with Mo Flames 2:15:07

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Mayhem Mo, the resident guest and unofficial co-host of GCU is baccckk! We get into some kitchen table talk about books, trending topics, bookish debates and of course… her latest release Vengeful Justice! Join us tonight on Audible, Spotify, iHeartRadio, Amazon, iTunes or anywhere you listen to your podcasts.…

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Jacqueline Mitchard & The Bird Watcher 24:34

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Jacqueline Mitchard is the New York Times bestselling author of 23 novels for adults and teenagers, and the recipient of Great Britain’s Talkabout prize, The Bram Stoker and Shirley Jackson awards, and named to the short list for the Women’s Prize for Fiction. Her first novel, The Deep End of the Ocean, was the inaugural selection of the Oprah Winf…

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December 2025 New Book Releases 26:58

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Join Crystal as she brings us down to the end of the year with new reads that are sure to light up your 2026!

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Get Caught UP Podcast Awards Show 2025 1:50:23

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2025 GCU Awards for authors, narrators and the books we love!

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A Few Random Books 5:18

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Including a Yellow pages! In Between The Pages is on Facebook!By JLJ Media

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Brooke Warner on Hybrid Publishing and the Memoir Genre 26:16

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Brooke Warner is publisher of She Writes Press, an imprint of The Stable Book Group. She is a memoir coach and author of Write On, Sisters!, Green-light Your Book, What's Your Book?, and three books on memoir. She’s also a TEDx speaker (“Green-light Revolution”), weekly podcaster (of “Memoir Nation” with co-host Grant Faulkner), and publishes a wee…

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With Doug Hess and Guest Charles Ferguson 28:51

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Presidential Seclusion: The Power of Camp David In this episode I spoke with Charles Ferguson about his book "Presidential Seclusion: The Power of Camp David".Behind the gates of Camp David—where presidents find solitude, forge diplomacy, and shape history in absolute secrecy. The Presidential Retreat Camp David is shrouded in mystery, and rightful…

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The Fix: A Novel with Author Mia Sheridan 37:30

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James chats with the author! The Fix is out NOW! Amazon.com or any bookstore! Mia Sheridan is a New York Times, USA Today, and Wall Street Journal bestselling author. Her romantic suspense novels include Bad Mother, All the Little Raindrops, The Broken Places, Where the Blame Lies, and Where the Truth Lives. Mia lives with her husband in Cincinnati…

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The Wondrous Life and Loves of Nella Carter: A Novel with Author Brionni Nwosu 42:36

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The Wondrous Life and Loves of Nella Carter: A Novel is out now! Amazon.com or where books are sold! James Lott Jr chats with the author! Brionni Nwosu is a writer, educator, and joyful creative based in the vibrant city of Nashville, where she lives with her husband and their three children. After more than a decade teaching students and mentoring…

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The Kidnapping of Alice Ingold with Author Cate Holahan 38:37

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The Kidnapping of Alice Ingold is out today! Amazon.com or where books are sold! James chats with the author! Cate Holahan is the USA Today bestselling author of seven standalone novels and is the coauthor of the #1 Audible bestselling title Young Rich Widows and its sequel, Desperate Deadly Widows. Her novels have been translated into multiple lan…

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Christina Kovac: Watch Us Fall 17:59

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Christina Kovac sits down with Kris to talk about living and writing in and around her Georgetown, DC home. Christina writes psychological suspense/thrillers set in Washington, DC. Prior to writing fiction, Christina worked in television news, covering crime and politics at Fox 5’s Ten O’Clock News in Washington, DC, and after that as a news produc…

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Only Way Out: A Novel with Author Tod Goldberg 37:18

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Only Way Out: A Novel by Author Tod Goldberg Is out now! amazon.com or bookstores near you! James Lott Jr gets to chat to the "other" best Selling Author in the family! Tod Goldberg is the New York Times bestselling author of over a dozen books of fiction, including The Low Desert: Gangster Stories, Gangsterland, a finalist for the Hammett Prize, G…

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Historian Gareth Russell on King James' Many Loves 32:02

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Gareth Russell is a historian and broadcaster, educated at Oxford University and Queen’s University, Belfast. He is the author of nine books. He is host of the podcast Single Malt History with Gareth Russell. Russell divides his time between London and Belfast, Northern Ireland. His latest book is The Six Loves of James I. Learn more by following G…

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Narrator of the Month - Cary Hite 1:04:57

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Join the GCU crew as they sit in conversation with the man, the legend, Mr. Cary Hite. He is behind some of the best (urban) fiction and romance narration in the game! He drops gems, tidbits and performs the hell outta the snippets. So #CaryOn and #GetCaughtUP

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Held Over:Harold and Maude at The Westgate Theater with Author John Gaspard 37:38

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John Gaspard is an author, filmmaker, and podcaster. His latest book, Held Over:Harold and Maude at The Westgate Theater, documents how Minneapolis’Westgate Theater extended the run of a box-office flop until it became a cultfavorite, drawing celebrity visits, superfans, and neighborhood protests.He writes two mystery series: the ten-book Eli Marks…

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Yasmin Angoe: Nina Knight is Back 22:07

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Yasmin Angoe is an action and psychological suspense thriller author, Library of Virginia People’s Choice Fiction Award finalist, and Anthony-award nominee of the critically acclaimed international Her Name is Knight and domestic psychological suspense Not What She Seems. She is a first-generation Ghanaian American and received the 2020 Eleanor Tay…

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Elle Marr: Writing Thrillers While Raising Small Children 19:42

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Elle Marr is the author of thrillers THE MISSING SISTER (2020), LIES WE BURY (2021), STRANGERS WE KNOW (2022), THE FAMILY BONES (2023), THE ALONE TIME (2024), and YOUR DARK SECRETS (July 30). She is (evidently) a fan of coffee. Her work has been featured in PopSugar, Woman’s World Magazine, Goodreads, Audible, and TV affiliates for CBS, ABC, FOX, a…

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The Legend of Uh with Author Aaron N Hall! 50:23

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Sir Dashing Junior was only knighted because they couldn't knight his father twice. Now he's determined to prove he's worthy of his new title. With an aspiring ranger, an awkward friar, and a book-loving orc, DJ will venture across the territory of Uh to reach the Amulet of the Goddess, proving that he's truly worthy of knighthood. Along the way, h…

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November New Book Releases 33:54

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‼️November 2025 NEW BOOK RELEASES‼️ We love this day of the month! When we drop our episode to let you know what books are dropping THIS month! Get your coins and your kindles, bookshelves and earbuds ready! #WriterWednesdays hosts Crystal @booksandsoul1 breaks down the NEW AUDIO & BOOK RELEASES IN NOVEMBER 2025! Only on the @getcaughtuppodcast at …

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Beverly Jenkins: Calling All Blessings 21:33

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BEVERLY JENKINS is the recipient of the 2018 Michigan Author Award by the Michigan Library Association, the 2017 Romance Writers of America Lifetime Achievement Award, as well as the 2016 Romantic Times Reviewers’ Choice Award for historical romance. She has been nominated for the NAACP Image Award in Literature and was featured in both the documen…

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"The Lie She Wears" with Author Elle Marr 33:18

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A daughter inherits her mother’s deadly secrets in a chilling novel of psychological suspense by Elle Marr, the #1 Amazon Charts bestselling author of The Alone Time. Museum curator Pearl Davis always had a strained relationship with her mother, Sally. Growing up, she rarely felt her mother’s love. So many things about her mother’s behavior never a…

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Kelsey Miller & Old Money 14:50

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Kelsey Miller is a culture writer based in Brooklyn, New York. She is the author of international bestseller, I'll Be There For You (2018), a pop-culture history of Friends, and the memoir Big Girl (2016). Her work has been featured in New York Magazine, Glamour, Medium, Women's Health, Vulture, Entertainment Weekly, Literary Hub, Refinery29, A Cup…

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Amy Rossi: The Cover Girl 14:50

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Debut novelist Amy Rossi shares her journey as she launches The Cover Girl. Amy Rossi received her MFA from Louisiana State University, and she lives in North Carolina, by way of Massachusetts, with her partner and two dogs. The Cover Girl is her first novel. Learn more at amyrossi.com Special thanks to Net Galley for an early preview copy. Intro r…

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5 Random Questions with Anthony Dyer 4:08

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His book Moon Child is on Amazon!By JLJ Media

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Moon Child by/with Anthony Dyer 25:04

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Anthony’s memoir “Moon Child” has sparked genuine conversations among readers touched by his willingness to talk about the aftermath of serving in special operations aviation. His recounting of the 2018 Jolly Green Rescue Mission of the Year and the journey through addiction and healing has resonated with veterans and civilians alike, especially th…

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Lori Gold on Writing High Concept Novels in the Age of AI 21:53

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Lori Gold discusses her transition from writing young adult to commercial book club fiction. She and Kris chat about writing in the age of Artificial Intelligence. Lori discusses her current works-in-progress, teaching other writers through Grub Street Center for Creative Writing, and her latest novel, Romantic Friction which Sally Hepworth, New Yo…

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"Outliving Michael" with Author/Poet Steven Reigns 46:24

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A chat about GenX/Boomer Gay friendship of a certain time! Steven is West Hollywoods First Poet Laureate. He has many books out there. Goto Amazon.com or your local bookstore. Gotot stevenreigns.comBy JLJ Media

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Interview with Author Robbi Renee 1:57:47

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TONIGHT ON THE GCU HOT SEAT! Join Host Krissy and Host Crystal for an interview with author Robbi Renee @robbireneewrites Robbi Renee is back on the mic discussing her emotionally charged summer time romance, Summer’s Echo, right here on GCU interviews! Join hosts @krissygcu and @booksandsoul1 on Wednesday, November 5th at 9 pm EST only on the Get …

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Kelly Foster Lundquist on Beard, A Memoir of a Marriage 27:29

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Kelly Foster Lundquist explores the secrets of her first marriage, how she found the courage to love again, and what it took to share her story with readers. A teacher of writing at North Hennepin Community College in Brooklyn Park, MN. Lundquist is originally from Mississippi and has taught writing all over the United States (Boston, Chicago, Miss…

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Narrator of the Month Interview- Alyx Monroe 1:18:54

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ALYX MONROE is our OCTOBER NARRATOR OF THE MONTH! Narrator of the Month is back with a new narrator to grace our show, Alyx Monroe @alyxmonroe Join us LIVE on October 28th at 6:30 pm EST as we sit down with this passionate storyteller who voices our Black romances down! Join us as we dive into her catalog and GET CAUGHT UP on the world of Alyx Monr…

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October Narrator Spotlight - Alyx Monroe 35:13

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Did you love our interview with @alyxmonroe? Want to know more about her catalog? Tune in today as we drop a #WriterWednesday outlining her entire catalog, and what you should be reading? #alyxmonroe #narratorofthemonth #getcaughtuppodcast

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Interview with Mo Flames: Love on the Sidelines Edition 2:47:39

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Mayhem Mo, Moham May, The Queen of Chaos is back in the hot seat and on the mic and this time it’s all about her last-ish book in the Enough series, Love on the Sidelines. We’re talking the character everyone loved to hate: TROY. Was he redeemed? Or is it still middle fingers to this man? Regardless of your feelings, we are going to hear from the c…

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Heather Gudenkauf on Writing Thrillers 30:37

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Heather Gudenkauf is the Edgar Award nominated, New York Times & USA Today bestselling author of ten novels, including The Overnight Guest and her most recent thriller Everyone is Watching. Her debut novel, The Weight of Silence, was an instant NYT bestseller and remained on the list for 22 weeks. Gudenkauf’s critically acclaimed novels have been p…

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Joanne Harris Discusses Chocolat's Prequel, Vianne 20:56

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Author of Chocolat, the best-selling novel that became the acclaimed movie starring Juliette Binoche, Dame Judi Dench, and Johnny Depp, Joanne Harris weighs in on her latest novel, Vianne and what it's taken to maintain her successful writing career. Joanne Harris is the internationally renowned and award-winning author of more than twenty novels, …

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"Chasing The Surge" with Author Raymond E Foster 48:56

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An unflinching, darkly comic ride through the streets and subcultures of Los Angeles, Chasing the Surge follows a former cop as he trades his badge for a rideshare app. What begins as a side gig during the pandemic unfolds into a panoramic portrait of life after midnight—through heartbreaks, confessions, petty crimes, personal reinventions, late-ni…

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Olivia Dade: Maintaining Voice While Writing Romance 28:55

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Olivia Dade sheds light on the jobs predating her writing career and why maintaining voice is important to an author's success. Dade grew up an undeniable nerd, prone to ignoring the world around her as she read any book she could find. Her favorites, though, were always, always romances. As an adult, she earned an M.A. in American history and work…

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Interview with TIYE 1:18:35

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Join Host Krissy and Host Crystal for an interview with author Tiye @tiye28always This USA TODAY Bestselling author will be on the mic discussing her emotionally charged GRAMMY CONSIDERED romantic masterpiece, This Side of Beautiful right here on GCU interviews! Join hosts @krissygcu and @booksandsoul1 on Wednesday, October 15th at 9 pm EST only on…

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Elizabeth Bass Parnam on Southern Fiction, Bees, and Not Giving Up 28:11

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Elizabeth Bass Parnam queried over two-hundred times before landing an agent and finding her novel in a four-way bidding war. Not giving up landed her where she'd always wanted to be: living the life of a professional novelist. This episode, Elizabeth shares her journey and discusses her newest novel, Bees in June. Elizabeth is a native Nashvillian…

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Narrator of the Month September - Midnite Michael 1:22:03

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September Narrator of the Month-Midnite Michael ICYMI… On our LIVE interview on September 30th, we sat down with the multi-hyphenate talent who we rock with musically and love as a narrator! It was an end of summer sizzle as we found out what’s been happening around Midnite 😊 @aroundmidnite on Instagram @getcaughtuppodcast on Instagram @krissygcu o…

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Jennifer Probst: Leaning Into the Joy of Writing 24:01

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Writing can be a struggle between joy and pain, but Jennifer Probst seems to have figured out how to pivot during the less enjoyable times. Jennifer is the New York Times, USA Today, and Wall Street Journal bestselling author of over fifty books in contemporary romance fiction. Her work has been translated in over a dozen countries, sold over 2 mil…

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Poppy Alexander on Cake, Neurodivergence, and The Battle of the Bookshops 28:19

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Poppy and Kris have an honest conversation about writing with neurodivergence and other health issues, and Poppy gives the background of her latest novel, Battle of the Bookshops. Poppy Alexander is the author of The Littlest Library, Storybook Ending, and 25 Days ’Til Christmas. She wrote her first book when she was five. There was a long gap in h…

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#WriterWednesdays - October 2025 New Book Releases 24:10

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‼️October 2025 NEW BOOK RELEASES‼️ We love this day of the month! When we drop our episode to let you know what books are dropping THIS month! Get your coins and your kindles, bookshelves and earbuds ready! #WriterWednesdays hosts Crystal @booksandsoul1 breaks down the NEW AUDIO & BOOK RELEASES IN OCTOBER 2025! Only on the @getcaughtuppodcast Follo…

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Hannah McKinnon: Embracing Changes in the Writing Journey 20:44

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Hannah McKinnon enjoyed success writing for young people. Then, pulled back when asked to write edgier novels, recalibrating and finding success in the adult market. Hannah is the author of several acclaimed novels, including The Lake Season, Mystic Summer, The Summer House, Sailing Lessons, The View from Here, Message in the Sand, The Darlings, Th…

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Courtney Psak on Launching Her Debut 15:25

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Courtney Psak graduated with a degree in Communications and Journalism with a master’s degree in Publishing. She currently lives in Palm Beach, Florida with her husband and two sons. She is a member of the Women’s Fiction Writers Association, the National Writers Association, International Thriller Writers and a board member for the Mystery Writers…

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Jane Hamilton's Back with The Phoebe Variations 35:01

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Jane Hamilton shares what she's been doing since publishing her last novel almost ten years ago and reveals what got in her way while writing The Phoebe Variations. Jane Hamilton is the author of seven critically acclaimed and bestselling novels, including The Book of Ruth and A Map of the World, both of which were Oprah's Book Club selections. Her…