What Should I Read Next? is the show for every reader who has ever finished a book and faced the problem of not knowing what to read next. Each week, Anne Bogel, of the blog Modern Mrs Darcy, interviews a reader about the books they love, the books they hate, and the books they're reading now. Then, she makes recommendations about what to read next. The real purpose of the show is to help YOU find your next read. To learn more or apply to be on the show visit whatshouldireadnextpodcast.com.
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News in the world of books and reading, including hot industry releases, adaptations, publishing industry events, and more with Book Riot’s Jeff O’Neal and Rebecca Shinsky. Book Riot is the largest independent editorial book site in North America and home to a host of media, from podcasts to newsletters to original content, all designed around diverse readers and across all genres.
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Writing great books is critical to generating sales and building a following of readers. On the Dialogue Doctor Podcast, Jeff Elkins and other writers discuss how to write dialogue that will excite readers and help you sell more books.
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For novelists, memoirists and screenwriters who want to know how stories work so they can finish their manuscripts faster, and without frustration. Each week literary editors Valerie Francis and Melanie Hill explain the craft of storytelling using films as examples. The goal is simple: to learn from writers who have come before us...what worked well and what didn't work so well. If you want to spend more time writing your book/screenplay and less time studying story theory, this podcast is f ...
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Welcome to the Resilient Writers Radio Show! This is the podcast for writers who want to create and sustain a writing life they love. It's for writers who love books, and everything that goes into the making of them. For writers who wanna learn and grow in their craft, and improve their writing skills. Writers who want to finish their books, and get them out into the world so their ideal readers can enjoy them, writers who wanna spend more time in that flow state, writers who want to connect ...
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Sarah Mackenzie helps your family fall in love with books, and helps *you* fall in love with homeschooling.
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Learning a language is hard, but Easy Stories in English makes it easy! Ariel Goodbody introduces each story, explaining difficult vocabulary and talking about their life. Thanks to their high energy and clear pronunciation, the stories are entertaining and simple to understand. Whether you’re a beginner, intermediate or advanced learner, there’s something for everyone. The stories cover a wide range of genres, such as fairy tales, myths and legends, drama, comedy, romance, horror, science f ...
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If you are a BIPoC writer, Reed, Write, & Create, is the podcast you need to stay motivated and inspired to write. Award-winning author, educator, and creative writing coach, Lori L. Tharps ( ”Hair Story,” ”Kinky Gazpacho,” and ”Substitute Me”) knows how hard it is to stay committed to your writing projects - whether you’re working on that debut novel, a gut-wrenching memoir, or an essay about your trip around the world. Writing can be your passion, but that doesn’t mean it’s easy. Even if y ...
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Writing the West is a podcast for readers who love the West. From CJ Box to Anne Hillerman, we host some of today's top authors of the West. From the stories behind the stories to translating the West into written words, to their favorite characters, TV shows, and beyond, Writing the West gives you the access to the authors and books you love. Writing the West is a publication of Cowboys & Indians Magazine.
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For all book lovers: writers, readers, publishers, librarians, and anyone who enjoys pop culture and ADHD chaos. BookToker Ashley @wickedreads invites authors and other bookish influencers to the podcast to discuss their outrageous stories and decide what would happen if you were writing that situation as a book! You can submit your story to [email protected] to hear how your favorite author might re-write your life into a best seller!
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Welcome to India’s No. 1 book podcast where Tara Khandelwal and Michelle D’costa uncover the stories behind some of the best-written books of our time. Find out what drives India’s finest authors: from personal experiences to jugaad research methods, and insecurities to publishing journeys. And how these books shape our lives and worldview today. Tune in every Wednesday! Created by Bound, a storytelling company that helps you grow through stories. Get in touch with us at [email protected].
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Novel Dialogue: where unlikely conversation partners come together to discuss the making of novels and what to make of them. What makes us special? Critics and novelists in conversation. Breaking down the boundaries between critical, creative, and just plain quirky, Novel Dialogue’s approach is wide-ranging and unconventional. Ever wondered what Jennifer Egan thinks of TikTok, how Ruth Ozeki honed her craft working on the movie Mutant Hunt, or if Colm Tóibín will ever write a novel about an ...
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If writing advice and the lingo used in the publishing industry usually sounds like gobbledygook to you, look no further than this Show, don’t Tell Writing podcast. I’m Author, Editor, and Book Coach Suzy Vadori, and I’m absolutely obsessed with helping writers get their ideas onto the page in a way that readers LOVE. If you think Show, don’t Tell is just tired writing advice, prepare to have your eyes opened as I break down the process of applying this key technique in both fiction and nonf ...
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Living The Next Chapter: Inspiring Conversations with Bestselling Authors and Writing Experts
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Living The Next Chapter: Inspiring Conversations with Amazing Authors and Writers - Better Questions, Better Conversations, Better Connections Are you an avid reader or an aspiring writer seeking inspiration to embark on your own literary journey? Look no further! Welcome to "Living The Next Chapter," the podcast that celebrates the world of books and writing. Join us as we connect you with captivating authors who have mastered the art of storytelling. Each episode promises an enlightening c ...
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Hot and Bothered is all about the power of romance culture. We analyze romance novels and movies to better imagine our own happy endings. Episodes release weekly on Tuesdays. CURRENT SEASON: Hot and Bothered (Movie Edition) We make Hot and Bothered because we are interested in the way that love stories have impacted our lives and culture. For our fifth season of the show, we’re turning our attention to romantic films. Vanessa and Hannah McGregor dig into the canon of romantic films, from Tit ...
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Murder Closet is a podcast whose goal was to write a book in a year. So far we have written two books in a year. Each season is a new book. The podcast is a combination of reading the first draft and an exploration of how to write and publish a novel. We have lots of fun getting started as new podcasters and the sound improves. The first season is about THE CROWS DAUGHTER. Two current murders at Project Omega, a secret government compound in the desert of California seem to possibly be relat ...
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Welcome to Love at First Write, the podcast where the world of romance meets the written word! Hosted by Lucy Mitchell, Lucy Keeling and Bettina Hunt. Join us as we chat with best-selling authors, explore the themes and tropes that make readers swoon, and even hear behind-the-scenes tales from the world of publishing. From meet-cutes to slow burns, enemies to lovers, and everything in between. Whether you're an aspiring writer, a romance reader, or just curious about how great love stories c ...
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Our podcast is dedicated to children's book readers and aspiring children's book authors. We strive to enchant listeners with three objectives: 1. To share heartfelt stories with readers discussing captivating insights into our guest children's book authors and inspiring tales behind their treasured works. 2. To ignite a passion for reading by drawing attention to incredible authors featured on our show. 3. To empower aspiring children's book authors by demonstrating that their dreams of aut ...
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The Authorpreneur Podcast™️ is hosted by Mystery Author Amelia D. Hay. Every second Thursday, Amelia will teach you how to develop a story idea, create compelling characters and outline your novel. In each season of the podcast, you will learn how to write your first draft, revise your story, self-publish, establish your author platform, and reach readers. Season one of the podcast is on Plot and Story Structure, and season two documents her writing adventures during her first year after sel ...
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Authors Love Readers, hosted by USAToday bestselling author Patricia McLinn, is a conversation between authors about how and why they create stories. With questions contributed by readers. Quite a few podcasts are out there for aspiring and established writers, both on the craft and the business. This podcast, though, is for readers. The goal is to have authors on the show who write in all sorts of fiction genres. As a reader, it doesn’t matter which path to publication an author takes – ind ...
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Speculative Fiction Writing Made Simple: How to Write, Edit, and Publish Your Debut Fantasy, Science Fiction, or Dystopian Novel
Heather Davis, Writing Coach, Book Coach, and Developmental Editor
Welcome to the Speculative Fiction Writing Made Simple Podcast! The show that’s all about how to brainstorm, write, edit, publish, and sell a powerful speculative fiction novel… and maybe just change the world too. I'm your host, Heather Davis. I’m a seasoned book coach, developmental editor, and fellow storyteller. In my work with writers, I always see the same problems and roadblocks standing in their way and preventing them from achieving their dream of becoming a published author. So it’ ...
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Five best-selling kids' authors in a five-minute masterclass. Every week, Deborah Abela, Tristan Bancks, Sarah Armstrong, Lian Tanner and Zanni Louise share their writing and editing secrets, reveal how their books developed and give tips on how to write your own story. Find this as a podcast or on YouTube by searching 5 Writers 5 Minutes.
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Click. Click. Click. That’s the sound of you doing anything OTHER than writing your copy. Sales page needs to be written? Ummm, *after* my second cup of chai. Emails are underperforming? Maybe I’ll skip the weekly email. Blank page mocking you? Let me scroll other accounts on Instagram… When you’re feeling stuck with your copy and are in avoid-or-ignore mode, copywriting can feel like a dark art practiced only by mysterious scribes in secret ways. That’s when you either give up on your copy ...
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Meet the Author is a podcast dedicated to the love of books. Each episode, we interview an author launching their book to market and get the story behind the story they’re sharing with the world. Writing a book is a magical, at times brutal, mystical experience. An author's heart and soul is in their book, and those soul-deep insights and a-ha moments are what we bring to you each week on this show. Pub Date is hosted by Allison Trowbridge. an author and the founder and CEO of Copper, a plat ...
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Kate and Abbie Emmons are sisters, best friends, and authors on a mission to help you stoke your creative fire and live the life of your dreams.
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Finding the Right POV, with Rebecca Morris
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19:08Send us a text! We'd love to hear your thoughts on the show. In this episode of The Resilient Writers Radio Show, I had the absolute pleasure of chatting with the thoughtful and talented Canadian author, Rebecca Morris. Rebecca’s debut novel, Other Maps, was published in 2024 with Linda Leith Publishing, and it’s a powerful exploration of friendshi…
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Johnny D. Boggs On The Frontier Spirit And Why Everything’s A Western
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42:52In this episode of Writing the West, we sit down with one of the most prolific voices in modern Western literature: Johnny D. Boggs. From his early days in South Carolina dreaming of wide-open spaces to becoming a full-time author in New Mexico, Boggs shares how TV Westerns, journalism, and real-life history shaped his storytelling. We talk about e…
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The Most Recommendable Books of the Century (So Far)
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1:19:49We are bringing our special live recording of The Most Recommendable Books of the Century So Far out from behind the Patreon wall for all listeners to try to entice you to come to our next live recording at Powell's on July 9th: The Best Books of the Year (so far). Sign up for the Book Riot Podcast Newsletter and follow the show on Instagram and Bl…
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E553 - Jim Carlough - The Six Pillars of Effective Leadership - A Roadmap To Success
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45:45Episode 553 - Jim Carlough - The Six Pillars of Effective Leadership - A Roadmap To Success Jim Carlough Launches Leadership Book for Modern Professionals Jim Carlough, an experienced leader and first-time author, has officially released his debut book, designed to revolutionize how individuals approach leadership. This new publication provides a f…
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Authors often ask us for our advice about publishing models and whether traditional is better, or worse, than indie/self publishing. So this week, we're bringing you an interview with writer and podcaster, Matty Dalrymple. Matty also happens to be the Campaigns Manager for ALLi (the Alliance of Independent Authors) and she takes us through what she…
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8.9 Bhawana Somaaya: What Partition Stole, and Writing Restored
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44:28What happens when a celebrated film journalist turns the camera inward? In this moving episode, veteran critic and author Bhawana Somaaya unpacks her memoir Farewell Karachi. Known for her decades-long career documenting Bollywood’s biggest stars like Hema Malini and Amitabh Bachchan, Bhawana shares the deeply personal stories behind her family’s d…
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For this week’s bi-weekly scene study, Vanessa and Helen Zaltzman analyze the ending of Sex and the City! They continue to feel depressed by the film and discuss the 'compromise' of the final wedding scene. Hot and Bothered is a Not Sorry Production Find us at our website | Follow us on Instagram --- If we give you butterflies, consider supporting …
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Missions in the Air: How Helo Girls Inspire Future Children's Book Authors and Aviators
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1:04:11Kodak Bogart, the distinguished author of the Helo Girls series, highlights the profound significance of representation in children's literature, particularly within the realms of aviation and public service. The episode delves into her background as a Black Hawk helicopter aviator and her transition into writing, driven by a desire to share the ex…
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E. Lockhart on the WE WERE LIARS Adaptation
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38:32It's a Book Riot podiverse crossover event! The adaptation of E. Lockhart's YA sensation We Were Liars debuts later this week. Kelly Jensen sat down with Lockhart for a recent episode of the Hey YA! podcast. Enjoy! Subscribe to the podcast via RSS, Apple Podcasts, and Spotify. Sign up for the Book Riot Podcast Newsletter and follow the show on Inst…
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E393 - Adam Nimoy - The Most Human, Reconciling with My Father, Leonard Nimoy
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45:33Episode 393 - Adam Nimoy - The Most Human, Reconciling with My Father, Leonard Nimoy Adam was born during the Eisenhower administration to Leonard and Sandra Zoberblatt Nimoy. He attended the University Elementary School, a “lab school” run by UCLA, where he was subjected to numerous psychological experiments. The experimentation continued at UC Be…
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Ep 482: Diving into evocative ocean reads
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47:25We always love reading on a theme, and today's guest would love to see her real-life love of the ocean mirrored in the pages of her books. Noelle Leong is a science and medicine-focused librarian at a small liberal arts college. She especially loves her work for the opportunities it provides her to join the students on trails and visiting tidepools…
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Book a class in June and July and get 50% off! EasyStoriesInEnglish.com/Classes Tony cannot say no. So he eats food he doesn't like, does a job he hates, and goes on holidays where he almost dies. But when his friend asks him to marry her, will he still say yes? Go to EasyStoriesInEnglish.com/Yes for the full transcript. Get episodes witho…
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50. Celebrating 50 and Taking Creative Leaps
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20:46Send us a text In this milestone episode, Suzy celebrates reaching 50 years of life, and 50 podcast episodes by looking back at the choices that led her to living her writing dreams. Get ready to embrace taking creative leaps whether you are in your 20s, or 80s (or somewhere in between!) it's never to late to get your story out into the world! ➡️Re…
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Late Show Book Clubs, An Anti-Book Ban Lawsuit Wins, and More Book News. PLUS: How You Make a Best Books of the Year So Far List
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1:20:36Jeff and Rebecca talk about recent reading, why late night talk shows might be interested in doing book clubs, a victory in court against book bans, and more book news. Then, Jeff talks to Al Woodworth, Managing Editor of the Amazon Books team, about their picks for the Best Books of 2025 so far and how their team makes those selections. Subscribe …
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Writers: Do You Have a Reading Habit or a Reading Hobby?
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26:13We’re going Behind the Book with someone who plays a critical role in the literary ecosystem, you! On episode 55 we’re replaying my short but important pep talk about why writers need a reading habit and not just a reading hobby. Even if you heard this episode last year when it first aired, I encourage you to listen again to remind yourself why it’…
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E552 - J L Witterick - Big Ideas Don't Need Big Words, Support That Authors Need, Love is the Common Thread
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49:13Episode 552 - J L Witterick - Big Ideas Don't Need Big Words, Support That Authors Need, Love is the Common Thread JL Witterick is an international bestselling author. Her books are enjoyed in 10 languages around the world. She loves to tell stories that are inspirational and moving. My Mother’s Secret, her first novel, has been selected to teach c…
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Episode 280 - Adding Emotional Weight with Dennis Kurlas
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52:02In this episode, Jeff sits down with author Dennis Kurlas to talk about his work in progress. They discuss the options you have when your novel is almost finished and you are tweaking it. Specifically, they discuss how to add emotional weight to scenes. For more on the craft of writing, check out DialogueDoctor.com…
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E551 - Jonathan Heaslet - Author of EAST OF APPLE GLEN and HAWKS NEST CHRONICLES
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47:14Episode 551 - Jonathan Heaslet - Author of EAST OF APPLE GLEN and HAWKS NEST CHRONICLES EAST OF APPLE GLEN Murder. Sexual assault. Abortion. These things don’t happen in rural America. Or do they? Welcome to Apple Glen, Ohio. You’ve heard it said, you can’t go home again. But what if you don’t want to go home again? And what happens when you have t…
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Camel haired jacket recovered Career advice dispensed Going Full Jack Derby - What could go Wrong? Support the show [email protected] https://www.patreon.com/MurderClosetPodcast Americantabbycats.com Please subscribe and follow!
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Indie Publishing & Short Fiction, with Matty Dalrymple
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28:30Send us a text! We'd love to hear your thoughts on the show. In this heartwarming and insightful episode, I had the absolute pleasure of chatting with Matty Dalrymple—thriller author, podcaster, speaker, and indie publishing pro. Matty’s not only the writer behind the Ann Kinnear Suspense Novels and Lizzy Ballard Thrillers, but also a passionate ad…
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RAR #266 How to Do Shakespeare (and Actually Enjoy It)
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23:36Join us for Shakespeare Summer! On the last episode of the Read-Aloud Revival, we talked about why Shakespeare is not a school subject. I hope we were able to convince you! But if we know that Shakespeare isn’t a school subject or an item on a checklist, how do we actually do it? And how do we make Shakespeare not just doable in our homeschools, bu…
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So...Is it Good?: BURY OUR BONES IN THE MIDNIGHT SOIL by V.E. Schwab
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1:14:39Rebecca Schinksy, Vanessa Diaz, and Danika Ellis go deep on V.E. Schwab's highly anticipated new book to answer the question: So, is it good? Subscribe to the podcast via RSS, Apple Podcasts, and Spotify. Sign up for the Book Riot Podcast Newsletter and follow the show on Instagram and Bluesky. Get more industry news with our Today in Books daily n…
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If you're writing a quiet, character-driven story — especially if it deals with questions of morality — Juror #2 is a film you must watch. The storytelling craft is rock solid, and although it's a legal drama, it's also highly nuanced with complex characters and an unbelievably intriguing plot. There's no spectacle here. It's all substance. Check o…
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E550 - Leonard Goldberg - A Scandalous Affair - A Daughter of Sherlock Holmes Mystery
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49:30Episode 550 - Leonard Goldberg - A Scandalous Affair - A Daughter of Sherlock Holmes Mystery Leonard Goldberg is the internationally bestselling author of the Joanna Blalock series of medical thrillers. His novels, acclaimed by critics as well as fellow authors, have been translated into a dozen languages and sold more than a million copies worldwi…
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Vanessa Zoltan and special guest Helen Zaltzman meet at a resort in Mexico to record this week’s episode of Hot and Bothered, all about the Sex and the City movie. This week we discuss the politics of Carrie's wedding dress, the flatness of Louise's character, and the use of bird feathers in historical fashion. We finish the episode by talking to J…
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8.8 Bhavika Govil: On Growing Up, Growing Apart, and Grieving Secrets
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51:47What if one secret could shatter everything you thought you knew about your family? In this episode, Bhavika Govil dives into her haunting, lyrical novel Hot Water, a coming-of-age story about the silences that pull families apart. Bhavika talks about the novel’s striking water motif and the emotional and craft challenges of writing Ashu, a 14-year…
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Why Are You Keeping Your Children's Book a Secret? Be a Podcast Guest!
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13:06The focus of this discussion centers on the notion that many aspiring children's book authors maintain a tacit secrecy regarding their literary creations. I discuss the issue that the journey toward becoming a published children's book author is often fueled by an intrinsic passion rather than the pursuit of monetary gain or acclaim. Furthermore, I…
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Ep 481: A reading life that comes in waves
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51:26Nonfiction books often change the way that readers see the world, and today's guest Evan Carlson is on the hunt for fiction that packs the same punch as the nonfiction works he loves. Evan's joining Anne from Chicago, where he lives and works as an actor and poet. He's found that reading poetry and nonfiction helps him challenge his ways of thinkin…
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49. Define Your Book's "Takeaway" to Decide What Scenes Belong
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25:16Send us a text Defining a Theme or "Takeaway" for your book can help you at any stage of the writing process. In this episode, Suzy dives into how to define your takeaway, why it matters, and how to use it to test each scene. Using the takeaway you can write a book that is laser-focused on your message, and create an experience that readers will lo…
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Book a class in June and July and get 50% off! EasyStoriesInEnglish.com/Classes I do a tarot reading, and I draw THE DEVIL!! Dun dun dun... Will I survive, or is my future all going up in flames? Go to EasyStoriesInEnglish.com/Devil for the full transcript. Get episodes without adverts + bonus episodes at EasyStoriesInEnglish.com/Support. …
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Behind the Book with Bookseller Jeannine A. Cook: Founder of Harriett's Bookshop in Philly
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42:29On episode 54 we’re going Behind the Book with bookseller Jeannine A. Cook, founder of Harriett’s Bookshop in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Jeannine A. Cook is a self-described word worker. In 2020, she opened Harriett’s Bookshop in the Fishtown section of North Philadelphia with the mission to celebrate women authors, women artists, and women activi…
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In this episode, Jeff and Laura answer questions from the community. Questions include: Where is the sweet spot between frustrating the reader by having the characters either over-explain or under-explain how their world works? Do you have any advice on how to write movement without using the words directly associated with the action? For example, …
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E15 - Author Antonio Grate - The Power of One - from foster care to fatherhood
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51:23EPISODE 15 - Author Antonio Grate - The Power of One - from foster care to fatherhood A story that starts in foster care and leads to fatherhood - Antonio Grate (aka The Ex-Foster Kid) shares his journey and his continued passion for kids and families in the foster care system. Antonio has a message of hope for his listeners, and his book "The Powe…
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E549 - J Susanne Wilson - Ancient Civilizations, Greek Myth Retelling, Trojan War
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42:32Episode 549 - J Susanne Wilson - Ancient Civilizations, Greek Myth Retelling, Trojan War I am a historical fiction writer focusing on myths set in Bronze Age Greece. I earned my B.A. in Ancient Civilizations with a minor in Classical Languages from the University of Iowa. My concentration was on Greek and Roman art, religion, history, and languages…
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AI Disasters, Amazon's Best Books of the Year So Far, and More Book News
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58:52Danika Ellis joins Jeff to talk about a spate of book-related AI disasters, Amazon's list of the best books of the year, Michelle Obama's recently-announced book, and much more. Subscribe to the podcast via RSS, Apple Podcasts, and Spotify. Sign up for the Book Riot Podcast Newsletter and follow the show on Instagram and Bluesky. Get more industry …
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E548 - Amy Weinland Daughters - Letter Writer, Satirist, Sports journalist and Author
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39:00Episode 548 - Amy Weinland Daughters - Letter Writer, Satirist, Sports journalist and Author It all started when Dick and Sue Weinland hooked up at an apartment complex in Houston, Texas. Four years later, after things had gotten quite cozy, I was born just a few short miles from the Eighth Wonder of the World, a.k.a. – the Astrodome. I blossomed i…
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Jeff’s “I Wish I Could Read All Day” Books of June 2025
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38:11This episode comes over from the First Edition feed: Jeff solos his way through listing a bunch of books coming in June that, were time and space no object, would go on the TBR for sure. Subscribe to First Edition via RSS, Apple Podcasts, or Spotify. For episode extras, subscribe to the First Edition Substack. Tailored Book Recommendations has the …
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We Better Laugh About It: A Discussion with Álvaro Enrigue and Maia Gil’Adí
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47:03Álvaro Enrigue and critic Maia Gil’Adí begin their conversation considering translation as a living process, one that is internal to the novel form. Álvaro, author of the trippy You Dreamed of Empires (Riverhead, 2024), explains how the opening letter to his translator Natasha mirrors the letter to his editor, Teresa, in Spanish, and how both lette…
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Scholar George Matthews Discusses The Life & Legend Of Billy The Kid
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49:50Billy the Kid is quite possibly the most popular outlaw of the Old West. From his time as a regulator fighting against the corrupt Santa Fe Ring to his daring (and murderous) escape from the Lincoln County, NM, jail to his eventual death at the age of 21, Billy the Kid’s life and legend has remained a steadfast topic for academics and Hollywood ali…
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All Things Writing & AI, with Ana del Valle Distasio
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27:02Send us a text! We'd love to hear your thoughts on the show. In this week's episode of The Resilient Writers Radio Show, I had the pleasure of sitting down with Ana del Valle Distasio, author, book coach, and host of The Novelist Studio podcast. Ana brings a fascinating mix of creative writing chops and tech-savvy brilliance to the table — and she’…
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Jeff is joined by Book Riot editors Danika Ellis and Erica Ezeifedi to talk about what makes a beach read, beach reads picks, and memorable beach reading moments. Subscribe to the podcast via RSS, Apple Podcasts, and Spotify. Sign up for the Book Riot Podcast Newsletter and follow the show on Instagram and Bluesky. Get more industry news with our T…
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E547 - Dorice Horenstein - Choosing to Be A Life Champion - 6 Step Playbook to Making the Right Choice For You
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55:25Episode 547 - Dorice Horenstein - Choosing to Be A Life Champion - 6 Step Playbook to Making the Right Choice For You Dorice Horenstein – Celebrated Author of Transformational Books Empowering Minds and Hearts Through Storytelling and Practical Wisdom Dorice Horenstein is a celebrated author whose works inspire individuals and organizations to thri…
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If you are wondering what kids mean when they say, “It’s cringe” then watch this movie. Otherwise save yourself some time. On paper everything about this movie should work, but, and it’s an enormous but, it doesn’t. It’s easy to identify why. This movie doesn’t know what it wants to be when it grows up - is it a romance, a spy or an action movie. O…
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Recent Reading and Some Media Diet Updates [Teaser]
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5:40This is a bonus preview of the Book Riot Podcast's most recent Patreon-only episode. Jeff and Rebecca catch up with each other's recent reading and give some non-book media takes. For example: Fountain of Youth. Woof. To listen to the full episode and get access to literally every Patreon-only thing we have done over the last three years, go to Pat…
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8.7 Ankush Datar: On Health and Wealth; Two Goals, One Answer
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52:48Tried a fad diet and a get-rich scheme, but failed to do both? Let's talk about what actually works. Ankush Datar, the author of The Health and Wealth Paradox, breaks down the complexities of health and financial planning by getting back to the core principles. His unique approach explains how managing your health and wealth isn’t so different afte…
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