The C-SPAN Bookshelf podcast feed makes it easy for you to listen to all of the C-SPAN podcast episodes about nonfiction books. Each week we gather episodes from the different C-SPAN podcasts that feature authors talking about history, biography, current events, and culture to make it easier to discover the episodes and listen. If you like nonfiction books, follow this podcast feed so you never miss an episode!
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Nonfiction Authors Podcasts
C-SPAN brings together best-selling nonfiction authors and influential interviewers for wide-ranging, hour- long conversations. Find this podcast every Saturday after 10 pm ET. From C-SPAN, the network that brings you "Lectures in History" and "Q&A" podcasts.
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A deep dive into the habits, mindsets, tools, craft secrets and creative practices bestselling writers use to write novels, plays, poetry, and articles. Hosted by the co-founders of the London Writers' Salon, Matt & Parul.
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A podcast for nonfiction writers who want to sharpen their skills and publish their work for the glory of Jesus. Senior book editor Will Parker Anderson interviews authors and experts about the writing life.
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Authors interviewed about their newest releases in war writing, military history, war studies, current events, politics, and more. Both nonfiction and fiction. Created by writer and podcaster A.J. Woodhams.
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Listen to authors reading from their new books of poetry, fiction, and creative nonfiction featured in Page One: Where New and Noteworthy Books Begin.
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In-depth conversations with authors about their books—how and why they write, the books and authors they admire, and so much more. Plus, occasional takes on what's going on in the business of books. And year-end round-ups of reading recommendations from the staff of Rakuten Kobo, the global digital bookseller. Episodes run ~45 minutes. Hosted by Michael Tamblyn and Nathan Maharaj.
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Best-selling author Amy Liz Harrison as she chats about being a sober mom of 8, her tips on writing books, deconstruction of faith while in recovery. https://www.amylizharrison.com/
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A clear, concise, and compelling mix of first-person narrative and expert guests that takes the listener on a journey of writing and publishing their expertise-based, nonfiction book. From content creation to story strategy. From building authority to growing a business. From Entrepreneur to Author.
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WitchLit Podcast is a place to talk about the craft of writing and writing the craft, featuring interviews with pagan and occult authors of fiction and nonfiction
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Jam-packed with smart, easy and simple ideas, this weekly podcast features experts who share proven techniques to add power and zest to supercharge your book marketing plan. Hosted by Susan Friedmann, CSP, international bestselling author, and founder of Aviva Publishing, this new and exciting podcast aims to rev up your marketing efforts with fewer struggles, and more success. Start listening today and discover how to get noticed in a crowded marketplace.
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Feminist Book Club is the premier online hub for intersectional readers and anyone who wants to infuse their bookshelves with social justice. We encourage resistance through reading with our blog, podcast, events, and our signature monthly subscription box.
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On the Pencils&Lipstick podcast Kat talks to authors, editors and other professionals in the writing and publishing field to learn more about the craft of writing. If you're a writer or just love listening to author interviews about writing, Pencils&Lipstick is about to be your newest favorite podcast.
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Book Marketing Mania - Start a Podcast, Guest on Podcasts, Grow Your Author Platform
Kim Stewart, Podcast Coach for Nonfiction Authors, Christian Entrepreneur
Build your audience and reach new readers on podcasts. Here on Book Marketing Mania you’ll learn to use podcasting as a guest and host to grow your author platform, market your book long before and long after your book release, and steward your message in a way that honors God and your time. Connect with your host, Kim Stewart, Podcast Coach for Nonfiction Authors, at https://kimstewartmarketing.com.
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Between The Covers : Conversations with Writers in Fiction, Nonfiction & Poetry
David Naimon, Tin House Books
BOOKS ∙ WORKSHOPS ∙ PODCAST
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Hopeton Hay Podcasts is the founder, producer, and host of Diverse Voices Book Review (formerly known as KAZI Book Review) which features interviews with a wide range of culturally diverse authors of recently published fiction and nonfiction, and Economic Perspectives, an audio interview show featuring discussions on finance, economic, and small businesses and policies.
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Find your next favorite book here on the podcast where readers hear authors read a chapter, or two, of their book after a brief interview. Hosted by thriller author, Jason A. Meuschke Are you an author or would like to recommend an author for the show? Email us at [email protected] and let Jason know! You can also text or leave a voicemail at 660-851-1146 and it could be in the next episode! Find out more about Jason on his website at https://www.jasonameuschke.com
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Welcome to your literary happy hour, Writers Drinking Whiskey, the show where you find more than your next read: you find your next AUTHOR, along with cocktail recipes, travel advice, life hacks, and book readings from the authors themselves. Hosted by award-winning author William R. Hincy, the show takes #booktok to another level with engaging, in-depth, and merrily irreverent conversations with today’s most interesting writers. And for our writers joining us, there are plenty of creative w ...
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For more than 25 years, Idaho Public Television host Marcia Franklin has recorded interviews with some of the world's most noted writers and thinkers for her series, "Dialogue." From historians to humorists, from politicians to pundits, from jurists to journalists, these illuminating "Conversations That Matter" help us better understand our world. Be sure to subscribe for the latest episode!
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Books & Boba is a book club dedicated to books written by Asian and Asian American authors. We cover a wide range of genres including contemporary, historical fiction, sci-fi, fantasy, YA, nonfiction, thrillers, graphic novels, and memoirs.
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Find your next great read. Book recommendations, book news and guests, including top authors and other book enthusiasts who discuss what’s happening in the world of books with a focus on frontlist and backlist fiction including literary fiction, suspense, historical, memoir and nonfiction.
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Are you an aspiring author dreaming of writing full-time? Join Nathan and Nat, two online writers navigating the murky waters of the publishing world, as they pull back the curtain on their journeys to becoming professional authors. With refreshing honesty and hard-won insights, they'll share the ups and downs, rejections and victories, and get real about their numbers, pitches, and publishing experiences. Whether you're hoping to publish fiction or nonfiction, traditionally or independently ...
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Book Science is a podcast dedicated to celebrating science books and their authors. Through in-depth discussions and author interviews, we explore the stories, insights, and craftsmanship behind books that make science accessible and engaging for everyone. Our mission is to champion long form science communication, inspire readers, and support aspiring authors in sharing their passion for science with the world.
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Since 2019, ZLORD presents unedited ideas about the human thirst for exploring Life, Love, Spirit, Oneness, including inner and outer Adventures: finding Magic in the challenges of mundane existence. teZa Lord speaks mostly solo in Season 3. Previous seasons are conversations between the 35+ years-married Lords: visionary author-artist teZa, a lifelong yogi and mystic; and feature filmmaker Carter, a committed mystical Christian. Their conversations focus on non-political, unconditional lovi ...
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Ready to take a deep dive into the craft and business of nonfiction kidlit? In Nonfiction Kidlit Craft Conversations, Kirsten W. Larson, author of ”Reimagining Your Nonfiction Picture Book,” chats with creators of nonfiction new releases about the craft and business of writing nonfiction for children and teens.
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Three different shows. One common theme: celebrating the world of books.This podcast network is for readers and writers interested in hearing about awesome new books spanning a wide variety of different genres. Whether you’re hoping to get to know a new author or are in need of some practical writing tips, the BookSpeak Network has you covered.~The first program in the BookSpeak Network is the Sunbury Press Books Show. Hosted by the CEO of indie publisher Sunbury Press Lawrence Knorr, this s ...
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Join two professional editors, Louise Harnby and Denise Cowle, on The Editing Podcast for a regular exploration of practical tips and guidance for editors and proofreaders who want to improve their practice and grow their businesses.
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The Book Drop is a weekly podcast from Omaha Public Library about books, our community and the joy of reading.
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The Author’s Edge is the go-to podcast for experts who are ready to step into the spotlight with a powerful book and a platform that gets them noticed. Hosted by nonfiction book coach and marketing strategist Allison Lane, this show gives you clear, honest insight into what actually works in publishing and platform growth. Each week, you’ll get practical guidance and straight talk from the people who move the needle including Daniel Murray of The Marketing Millennials, bestselling author and ...
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This is your place to hear the voice behind the pages of your favorite books. Here you’ll get a feel for the person who spent hours, weeks, months, and even years to fill the pages and build a world where you can not only use yourself but possibly find yourself as well. Our gift is a glance at the human side of writing; perhaps a morsel from the author’s childhood, insight on the character to which they are most attached, or a little on the passion that fueled the topics in the book. It’s yo ...
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On Creative Writing is a monthly podcast show exploring all things creative writing, including fiction, creative nonfiction, poetry, scripts, and essays. Hosts Emma Woodhouse and Sheelagh Caygill will interview knowledgeable and experienced guests about the craft of writing, the impact of AI on creative writing and publishing, book marketing, publicists, all types of publishing, agents, websites and online platforms, and much more. Creative writers Emma and Sheelagh met during their MA in Co ...
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Welcome to Qwerty, the podcast for writers on how to live the writing life. Host Marion Roach Smith interviews the best writers in all genres to discover their process. Qwerty is by, about and for writers and explores the real challenges of writing and the steps anyone can take to become a better storyteller. Listen in for writing tips, publishing advice and encouragement on how to live the writing life.
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Do you enjoy reading but can't find the time? "Books for Men" is the perfect literary podcast for men in a hurry who want to read more and diversify their reading habits. In short episodes, every Monday, host and author Douglas Vigliotti, spotlights a different book that men will enjoy, sharing everything from novels to nonfiction, literary classics to self-help, crime fiction to memoirs, and providing key quotes and insights on authors, themes, writing styles, storytelling techniques, and l ...
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AuthorBootCamp courses teach you how to succeed in print publishing during the new media age.
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Weird Science, Bizarre History, & Strange Medicine: we host authors of PECULIAR nonfiction! Want to know why animals evolved to suck blood? Or the secrets of sword-swallowers? Curious about Vagina Obscura? Or the astrophysics of a dying universe? We've 3 shows to tempt you: the PBC podcast (from Mary Roach to Ed Yong), Peculiar at the Movies with Davey Berris (where factoids meet celluloid); and Peculiar in Mystery (thrillers + true crime!) Join host Brandy Schillace, as seen on THE UNBELIEV ...
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A podcast about why and how we write.
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The Nonfiction Authors Podcast brings you guest experts selected to provide you with actionable advice to help you write, finish, market, publish, promote, and profit from your books. The podcast is hosted by Carla King and brought to you by the Nonfiction Authors Association, a professional organization for nonfiction authors.
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Books and Authors is the podcast that brings you intelligent, candid conversations with today's leading authors We feature fiction and nonfiction.
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We ask real questions about writing, publishing, and about living the life of a writer. We avoid typical literary BS and tell people the stuff they want to know. #LITerallyPodcast
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Welcome Book Lovers! Books.Com is a podcast that celebrates anything and everything about books. Hosted by bookworm Subhashini, each episode is designed to bring you stories that are most read, from the annals of history, literature, from fiction/nonfiction and from far and near. Listeners get insights into their favourite authors' lives, reading tips, reviews/summaries interestingly in English, Hindi, and Tamil. So, tune in every Fornight to listen her gush about popular and not so popular ...
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iBooks and the Apple Store have teamed up to bring you an incredible mix of interesting authors talking about the biggest books. Subscribe and you'll hear fiction and nonfiction authors from Neil Gaiman to Jeff Kinney to Clive Davis to Ahmir "Questlove" Thompson to Mario Batali discuss their latest books. If you like what you hear, download the books on iBooks.
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Beyond Better is a podcast that explores a simple but profound idea: we all deserve to live lives that are not just better—but beyond better. I’m Stacy Ennis, an author, mom of two, and long-time location independent entrepreneur living in Portugal. Join me as I talk business, location independence, writing, travel, and so much more, all focused on building a life that is beyond better.
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Follow along with Best Page Forward CEO Bryan Cohen as he embarks on a journey to hit a $10k month in book sales. Listen along as he advertises his fiction and nonfiction books on Amazon, Facebook, and BookBub. Can he accomplish his goal in just one calendar year? Subscribe to find out.
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Word Riot is a monthly online literary magazine celebrating the forceful voices of up-and-coming writers. Authors and poets read from works published in the magazine.
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"Not every book is for every child, but for every child there is a book." The Children’s Book Review, is a resource devoted to children’s literature and literacy. In the Growing Readers Podcast, we produce author and illustrator interviews focused on the best books for kids of all ages. We help parents, grandparents, caregivers, teachers, and librarians to grow readers.
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Maggie Lynch interviews a variety of authors of both fiction and nonfiction. Rather than focus on a particular book or selling their latest release, we focus on the author as a career writer. Why this career? What motivates them? Are there common themes in their work? Do they write series or stand-alone books? Where are they in their career and where do they want to be in the next three to five years. Creatives are always interesting, fun, and I learn something every time.
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Welcome back, everyone! It's the seventh season of Pencils&Lipstick! I want to take a moment to reflect on the summer, encourage you to keep writing (possibly look at thing a little differently), talk o you about audiobooks and remember that this is all a numbers game, so keep adding to your numbers! Links from the show: Spoken.press https://www.sp…
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Q&A: Jason Riley, "The Affirmative Action Myth"
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1:03:51Wall Street Journal columnist Jason Riley, author of "The Affirmative Action Myth," argues that the racial preference policies of the 1960s and 70s have had an overall negative impact on the success of Black Americans. He says that Black incomes, homeownership, and educational attainment were all on an upward trajectory prior to these policies bein…
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You're in the big LEAGUE with Lisa Perrin's LADY POISONERS
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1:02:17Featured : LISA PERRIN, The League of Lady Poisoners: Illustrated True Stories of Dangerous WomenDescribed as a feast for the senses, this sumptuously illustrated book will introduce you to some of the most infamous women throughout world history, united by their shared taste for poison. Welcome to the League of Lady Poisoners. Lisa Perrin will joi…
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Conversations From the Sun Valley Writers’ Conference is back for a 16th season! In this episode, journalist Andrea Elliott joins host Marcia Franklin to talk about her book, Invisible Child, which won the 2022 Pulitzer Prize for General Nonfiction. The book chronicles eight years in the life of Dasani Coates, a child in Brooklyn. Elliott shares wh…
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Kathleen deLaski, "Who Needs College Anymore?"
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1:04:29Education Design Lab founder Kathleen deLaski examined whether the U.S. higher education system can meet the needs of future generations of students. She discusses alternatives to the four-year college degree, including educational bootcamps, skills-based learning, and apprenticeships. This event took place at Porter Square Books in Cambridge, Mass…
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AW: Kathleen deLaski, "Who Needs College Anymore?"
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1:04:29Education Design Lab founder Kathleen deLaski examined whether the U.S. higher education system can meet the needs of future generations of students. She discusses alternatives to the four-year college degree, including educational bootcamps, skills-based learning, and apprenticeships. This event took place at Porter Square Books in Cambridge, Mass…
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214. Beyond the Console: Games That Tell Stories
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57:24This week on The Book Drop, we discuss the stories behind our favorite games and how those tales have leapt from consoles and tabletops to the big and small screen. This is The Book Drop. All the books and resources we talk about in this episode can be found here or by visiting omahalibrary.org/podcast. Happening at the Library: Repujado Art Worksh…
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"The Way We Used to Walk" Authors Megan Engelhardt & Mark Beall on The Brown Posey Press Show!
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55:15"What happens when the saviors of the world are falling apart at the seams?" Fifteen years ago, six college housemates unwittingly opened a portal which unleashed monsters upon the world. Of the six, only Charlie touched this portal, and has paid the price, in the loss of his family. In addition, his friends' memories of the incident were erased. N…
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170. Creating Your Top Three Interview Topics (with Emotion) with Linda Goldfarb
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10:01When pitching to guest on podcasts, how do you propose interview topics that attract both the host and their listeners? Today is part two of my collaborative series with Linda Goldfarb called Interview Guesting Best Practices. Linda is the award-winning author of Creating Dynamic Podcasts & Audiobooks, and hosts both the Your Best Writing Life podc…
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Are our imaginations more powerful than we realize?
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1:48:02Send us a text Learn more about Joshua Cutchin: https://www.joshuacutchin.com/ Do phantoms lurk beyond the Fourth Wall? Could our imagination be what ties anomalous phenomenon together, from ghosts to sasquatch to UFOs and mothman? And who is the best brass band of all time?! Join host William R. Hincy in this episode of Writers Drinking Whiskey fe…
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As part of my summer podcast replay series, I’m sharing a replay of a powerful podcast episode with author Arivee Vargas. In this episode, I talk with client and published author (!) Arivee Vargas to explore her journey of professional reinvention. Arivee shares how she transitioned from a high-achieving legal career to a purpose-driven role as a c…
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Book Marketing Mistakes Most Authors Make—And How to Avoid Them - BM489
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27:13Think your book is ready for the world? Not so fast. Before you publish, you need a plan. And this week's guest, Naren Aryal, CEO, Amplify Publishing Group helps you build one that actually works. You’ll get the inside track on today’s publishing options: traditional, self, and hybrid. More important, you’ll learn how to pick the path that fits you…
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Cold War – The CIA's mind control project, MKULTRA – John Lisle
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1:11:29Ep 058 – Nonfiction. Historian John Lisle discusses his new book, “Project Mind Control: Sidney Gottlieb, the CIA, and the Tragedy of MKULTRA.” ‘The inside story of the CIA’s secret mind control project, MKULTRA, using never-before-seen testimony from the perpetrators themselves. Sidney Gottlieb was the CIA’s most cunning chemist. As head of the in…
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Liv Cowle interviews Denise and Louise about their new book series, Notes from the Podcast. Listen to find out more about Turning 140+ episodes of audio content and written transcripts into a 5-book series Overcoming project overwhelm Extracting relevant content systematically Recognising the difference between content for listening and content for…
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Ashley sits down with Jacob Tobia to discuss their book Before They Were Men. Together, they explore why Jacob avoids the phrase “toxic masculinity,” what healthier models of masculinity could look like, and how the different places Jacob has lived have shaped their views on gender and gender nonconformity. Books Mentioned: Before They Were Men: Es…
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Historian Jay Winik first appeared on the Booknotes television program 24 years ago to discuss his book, "April 1865." It became a #1 New York Times bestseller, reportedly read by Bill Clinton, Barack Obama, George W. Bush, and many others. It's the narrative story of the Civil War. For his latest book, Winik stepped back four years in history to l…
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Feeling like your words go unheard? You’re not alone. That’s why I’m hosting a live workshop—*How to Write a Substack Post People Actually Read*—on Thursday, August 28, 5–6pm PT. You’ll learn a proven 5-part framework, see it in action, and get your questions answered. Access is just \$15/month as a Writers Circle member. Don’t miss out—tap the lin…
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Amazon Ads: Choose Keywords + Categories Boost Book Sales with Jai Heer | Ep. 74
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50:40Send me a text! What if you could sell more books on Amazon without spending a fortune or wasting hours learning ads? Amazon ads strategist and founder and CEO of AMSPPC.com, Jai Heer, shares the exact steps nonfiction authors can take to boost discoverability, grow book sales, and make their book stand out in a crowded marketplace. You’ll learn ho…
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E2A 100: Writing Disrupt It: How Two Co-Founders Turned Their AI Expertise into a Book with Dr. Mehdi Nourbakhsh and Dr. Sam Zolfagharian
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28:21In this episode of The Entrepreneur to Author Podcast, host Scott MacMillan speaks with Dr. Mehdi Nourbakhsh and Dr. Sam Zolfagharian, co-founders of YegaTech and co-authors of Disrupt It. The conversation highlights how their complementary strengths—Sam’s detail orientation and Mehdi’s big-picture vision—shaped a unique collaborative writing proce…
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Any action begins with a thought. Our minds are the “builders” of our lives. If one wants change, one must befriend and be aware of our thoughts. We have the power to change ourselves—no one else❣️ A thought can be elevated simply because we have decided to reflect on it, and perhaps decide to elevate its vibration, and we CAN. Thus, the way our th…
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On this episode, we sit down with author Benedict Nguyễn to chat about her debut novel Hot Girls with Balls, a romantic sports satire about two Asian American trans athletes at the top of their game as stars of the international men’s pro indoor volleyball league (who also happen to be girlfriends)! Follow Benedict on Instagram at @xbennyboo and ch…
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Reading About Adventure and Drawing Your Adventures with Samantha Dion Baker
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26:24This week, we speak with the delightful Samantha Dion Baker, artist and author of Draw Your Adventures: Making Art to Celebrate Everyday Experiences and Travel Near and Far. This episode is sponsored by The Housekeeper’s Secret by Sandra Schnakenburg. Enter the Mona’s Eyes Giveaway: closes September 15th, 2025 Open to U.S. Mailing addresses only Th…
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#260 | Special Edition: What Is a Birthday, Anyway?—And the Societal Pressure to Feel 'Not Enough"
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7:32🎙 In this Special Edition episode of the "Books for Men” podcast, host Douglas Vigliotti shares his pop-up essay, “What is a Birthday Anyway?” Reflecting on his 39th birthday, he explores the meaning of birthdays, aging, ego, and societal pressure to feel “not enough.” Douglas encourages listeners to celebrate life itself, embrace self-acceptance, …
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Q&A: Syndicated Columnist George Will on His Life & Career
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1:03:40Author and writer George Will, whose nationally syndicated column has been running since 1974, discusses his life and career in the opinion business. Mr. Will talks about the impact of his work on U.S. politics over the past 50 years, conservatism in the age of Donald Trump, his love of baseball, and other topics. Learn more about your ad choices. …
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#159: Chris Banks — How to Build Creative Resilience: Feedback, Gratitude, Positive Psychology & the Courage to Write
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29:12Chris Banks—writer, entrepreneur, and founder of ProWritingAid—on how to embrace what makes you unique, use AI as a tool for inspiration, and build resilience and joy into the writing process, from creating faster feedback loops to reframing the creative pit of despair. We discuss: Why “leaning into your weird” can unlock originality and stronger i…
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Gov. Cecil Andrus and Chris Carlson: A Mutual Respect
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29:14Marcia Franklin talks with four-term Idaho Governor Cecil D. Andrus and one of his former press secretaries, Chris Carlson. Carlson has written a book about his experiences working for the governor entitled Idaho's Greatest Governor. The two discuss Andrus' personal and political philosophies, as well as what they consider the highlights of his car…
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AW: Michael Grynbaum, "Empire of the Elite"
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1:04:09This was an inside look at the glamorous Condé Nast publishing empire, the people who crafted its publications, and the standards they set for American culture. Politics and Prose bookstore in Washington, D.C., hosted this event. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy C-SPAN
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Michael Grynbaum, "Empire of the Elite"
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1:04:09This was an inside look at the glamorous Condé Nast publishing empire, the people who crafted its publications, and the standards they set for American culture. Politics and Prose bookstore in Washington, D.C., hosted this event. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy C-SPAN
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The History Stacks: Michael L. Hawley talks of Jack the Ripper
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28:09Michael L. Hawley has become an authority on the mass murderer known as Jack the Ripper, and his contributions have brought us closer to finding out his true identity. He is the author of several books on the subject and related matters, which you may find at his author page. His titles include Jack the Ripper Suspect Dr. Francis Tumblety, and The …
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Episode 339: Best Of: Manisha Sinha's Expansive View of the History of Reconstruction
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49:39In May of 2024, Diverse Voices Book Review host Hopeton Hay interviewed historian Manisha Sinha, author of THE RISE AND FALL OF THE SECOND AMERICAN REPUBLIC: Reconstruction, 1860-1920. In the interview, Manisha explained her idea that Reconstruction is a defining moment in the history of American democracy. She also asserts that Reconstruction was …
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Season 1 Wrap up and Announcing Guests for Season 2
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13:06Send us a text Season One Wrap-Up We’ve reached the end of Season One of Book Science! In this closing reflection, I look back on the challenges, the guests who made the season possible, and the growth—both personal and creative—that came from finally putting this project into the world. From my very first conversation with Duane Hamacher to laughi…
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213. From the Runway to Reading with Guest Susan Trinkle
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1:03:24This week on The Book Drop, we explore the world of fashion and the books that bring the industry to life, and we discuss the stories our clothing can tell about who we are. Special guest Susan Trinkle, Fashion, Art & Humanities Instructor at Metropolitan Community College, joins the discussion. All the books and resources we talk about in this epi…
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What do you do when someone says your singing voice sounds like a dying moose? Or when a stranger at church pats your head to check for horns? For Jesse Butterworth—pastor, musician, and longtime friend of Amy Liz Harrison—criticism has been a constant companion. In this raw and surprisingly funny conversation, Amy and Jesse unpack why criticism st…
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You'll wonder what we're on when we talk to Sam Kelly and Human History on Drugs
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28:39A lively, hilarious, and entirely truthful look at the druggie side of history’s most famous figures, including Shakespeare, George Washington, the Beatles, and more Did you know that Alexander the Great was a sloppy drunk and William Shakespeare was a stoner? Or how about the fact that Steve Jobs believed taking LSD helped him create the Apple com…
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What Have We Got in our POCKETSES? Find out with Hannah Carlson!
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1:03:01Featured : HANNAH CARLSON, Pockets: An Intimate History of How We Keep Things Close Okay, million dollar question: Who gets pockets, and why? It is definitely peculiar and frankly, I have a lot of questions. Why do men’s clothes have so many pockets and women’s so few? And why are the pockets on women’s clothes often too small to fit phones, if the…
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New Series: Interview Guesting Best Practices
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2:44Next week, watch for a new series called Interview Guesting Best Practices, inspired by my friend Linda Goldfarb's book, Creating Dynamic Podcasts & Audiobooks. Episode 1 starts on Tuesday on Your Best Writing Life, hosted by Linda. Then we'll be back here on next Friday for episode 2. Looking forward to serving you in both places! Your Best Writin…
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We Survived the Night by Julian Brave NoiseCat
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4:05We Survived the Night by Julian Brave NoiseCat by Poets & WritersBy Poets & Writers
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Chloé Caldwell reads an excerpt from her memoir Trying, published by Graywolf Press in August 2025.By Poets & Writers
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Isabella DeSendi reads “Poem for Anorexia in April” from her poetry collection Someone Else’s Hunger, published by Four Way Books in September 2025.By Poets & Writers
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Souvankham Thammavongsa reads from the opening of her novel Pick a Color, published by Little, Brown in September 2025.By Poets & Writers
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Natalie Bakopoulos reads an excerpt from her novel Archipelago, published by Tin House Books in September 2025.By Poets & Writers
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