Phoebe reads a mystery novel. Our other shows are Criminal and This is Love.
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What are you reading, loving or being challenged by? We review the latest in fiction for dedicated readers and for those who wish they read more.
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How do the best writers get to work? In every episode, we'll chat to an author about what they do through a day. Where do they work? What time do they start? How do they plan their time and maximise their creativity, in order to plot and publish a bestseller? Some are frantic night-owls, others roll out of bed into their desks, and a few lock themselves away in the woods - but none have a regular 9 to 5, and we'll find out how they've managed it. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for mo ...
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Read or Dead is a bi-weekly show dedicated to the worlds of mystery and thriller literature.
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Conor Lastowka and Michael J. Nelson are reading books they're pretty sure they're going to hate. Read along with us for a podcast book clubs of Ready Player One, Armada, The Eye of Argon, Dan Brown, and more!
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Subtext is a book club podcast for readers interested in what the greatest works of the human imagination say about life’s big questions. Each episode, philosopher Wes Alwan and poet Erin O’Luanaigh conduct a close reading of a text or film and co-write an audio essay about it in real time. It’s literary analysis, but in the best sense: we try not overly stuffy and pedantic, but rather focus on unearthing what’s most compelling about great books and movies, and how it is they can touch our l ...
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Interviews with Biographers about their New Books Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/biography
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The Penguin Podcast is back with a brand new series called Ask Penguin. In each episode, we will take you inside Penguin Books to meet some of the incredible authors we publish as well as the people who work here, to get answers to all of your book-related questions. Do you need to find your next page-turning read? Are you curious to find out what a day in the life of an editor is like, or simply why a small, aquatic, flightless bird became the iconic emblem that adorns Penguin books worldwi ...
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Each week, co-hosts, Alida Winternheimer, author and writing coach at Word Essential, and Kathryn Arnold, emerging writer, have conversations about the craft of writing fiction. They bring diverse experiences and talents to the table from both the traditional and indie worlds. Our goal is for each episode to be a fun, lively discussion of some aspect of story craft that enlightens, as well as entertains. Sometimes we have special guests. All episodes are available in video as well. Visit www ...
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Join these success-starved wordwranglers as they stumble towards their shared ambition: to become proper writers! Learning from guests like bestselling authors and BAFTA-winning writers. Setting themselves writing tasks and trying to improve their craft. Discussing how to get past all the things that stop us writing. And hopefully taking you on a journey with them to become successful writers! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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All About Agatha is a podcast all about, well, Agatha. Agatha Christie, of course: the Queen of Crime, a real-life Dame of the British Empire, and author of sixty-six mystery novels that spanned the Twentieth Century, defining a genre. For five years, Catherine Brobeck and Kemper Donovan revisited these novels in publication order, ranking them according to pre-set criteria (plot, character, etc.). Tragically, Catherine Brobeck passed away at the end of 2021. Since then, Kemper has completed ...
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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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Was the name signed to the world's most famous plays and poems a pseudonym? Was the man from Stratford that history attributed the work to even capable of writing them? Join Theatrical Actor/Writer/Director and Shakespeare connoisseur Steven Sabel as he welcomes a variety of guests to explore literary history's greatest mystery… Who was the writer behind the pen name "William Shakespeare?" Part of the Dragon Wagon Radio independent podcast network.
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Join Bex from the children's radio station Fun Kids as she meets top authors who tell her about their books and also read us chapters from them. Plus, Bex and friends recommend their favourite kids books of the month. You can listen to Bex on Fun Kids (weekdays from 4pm) on DAB Digital Radio across the UK, on the free Fun Kids app, and online at funkidslive.com Plus, when you become a Fun Kids Podcasts Plus subscriber, you get this show – and 30 others! – ad-free and support the work Fun Kid ...
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A podcast for readers who want to know the stories behind the pages 📖 Join Caitlin and Michelle, two book nerds who bring you in-depth conversations about writing and publishing from those on the inside. Grab a cuppa and get ready to chat books.
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The Authorpreneur Podcast™️ is hosted by Mystery Author Amelia D. Hay. Every second Saturday, 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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Book collectors and literary enthusiasts unite in first-of-it’s-kind podcast. Goldsboro Book’s Managing Director and Co-Founder, David Headley an award-winning bookseller and renowned literary agent, explores all aspects of publishing and book collecting, interviewing bestselling and upcoming authors, whilst sharing his own insights on book investing and the most inspiring reads to add to your collection.
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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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Welcome, fellow writers! This podcast is about all things writing and publishing! Expect insightful discussions, everyday musings and a dash of inspiration as we navigate the twists and turns of the writer to author journey together.
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A podcast for readers and writers of thriller, mystery, suspense, and crime fiction.
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Are you stuck in a reading rut? The Book Case makes the case for books outside of your usual genre. Wander the aisles of your local bookstore with Kate and Charlie Gibson and meet fascinating characters who will open your appetite to new categories while deepening your hunger for books. This weekly series will journey cover to cover through the literary world, featuring interviews with best-selling authors, tastemakers, and independent bookstore owners. New episodes post every Thursday.
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Introducing the Bookaholics Podcast, a safe place for reading junkies who obsess over books, authors, bookstores, book news, and book trivia. You’re invited to nerd-out with book reviews, author interviews, our habit, and other bookish things . Enjoy Interviews with those in the book business. Meet new authors. Explore curating your library with new genres and discover new authors. revisit the classics with a twist. Your host Deirdre Pippins, also known as Ms. Media Content, is a board membe ...
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Jan-Carol Publishing, a small book press, brings book publishing tips, changes in the book publishing industry, introduction to authors, books, and working behind the scenes in the book publishing industry. Listen, learn, and enjoy the interviews with different authors.
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Roe and Allorah are two vivacious bibliomaniacs of the feminine variety who love nothing more than a good book, a great cocktail, and chatting all literary things savvy, smutty and sassy in the fantasy, romance, YA, and thriller genre. The content of our bookish podcasts cover everything from genres, tropes, book reviews, book events, author interviews, weekly cocktail recipes and more!
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This is a podcast for emerging writers who want to improve the quality of their work and learn more about the publishing industry. Your one host, Bianca Marais (the bestselling author of 'The Witches of Moonshyne Manor') interviews authors, agents, editors and just about anyone and everyone who's involved in bringing a book to market. She's joined by her cohosts, literary agents Carly Watters and CeCe Lyra from P.S. Literary Agency, who read and critique query letters as well as opening page ...
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All about the Middle Ages from Medievalists.net. Join Danièle Cybulskie and her guests as they talk about the medieval world, from Byzantium to the Vikings.
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Conversations with writers and scholars of the North American West, hosted and produced by Prof. Brenden W. Rensink for the BYU Charles Redd Center for Western Studies
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Join award-winning, indie author, Dianne Burckhardt, as she chats with fellow authors and industry insiders around the world about their work, inspirations, greatest challenges, and triumphs. Writing is often the easy part, and the real work begins once the author writes, "The End." Dianne and her guests shed light on what it takes to be a successful author in today's markets whether as an indie author or traditionally published. Dianne's guests share their insights on their personal journey ...
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Welcome to Writer Types, the thriller, crime and mystery fiction podcast hosted by Eric Beetner. Our two monthly episodes include author interviews, publishing insights from industry professionals, book reviews, convention reports, and more. Join today's top crime and mystery authors for a few laughs and some really great reads.
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Welcome to Novel Pairings, a podcast dedicated to making the classics readable, relevant, and fun. As two nerdy bookworms, we appreciate the role of classic lit, but we but we won’t get too academic about it. We’ll talk about the books we love and the books we loath, and help stock your TBR pile with old and new reads for every literary taste.
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Bestselling authors William Bernhardt and Lara Bernhardt, with audiobook producer Jesse Ulrich, discuss the latest news from publishing, offer writing tips, and interview major authors, agents, editors, and other book-world professionals.
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On "Pardon My Take," Big Cat & PFT Commenter deliver the loudest and most correct sports takes in the history of the spoken word. Daily topics, guests, and an inability to tell what the hosts might be doing will make this your new favorite sports talk show. This is a podcast that will without a doubt change your life for the better- guaranteed, or your money back. *Pretend a reggaeton air horn is going off right now* PMT. You can find every episode of this show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or ...
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Welcome to The Bookshelf Odyssey Podcast, where we explore the world of books and the stories behind the authors who write them. Join us for fun and exciting interviews with writers, as they share their journey to publication, offer book recommendations, and provide writing tips for aspiring authors. Whether you're a book lover or a budding writer, I invite you to come along and we'll explore my bookshelves.
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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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AHMM introduces The Hitchcock Podcast Series. Each month we post a new reading of a favorite story from our archives, selected and introduced by the magazine's editor, Linda Landrigan. For over 60 years, AHMM has published the best in short crime fiction. This podcast series features stories by AHMM contributors, occasionally supplemented by interviews with the authors. Visit TheMysteryPlace.com for more stories, book reviews, subscription information, and more.
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“613 Books” podcast spotlights a different author every week in an interview hosted by veteran broadcast and podcast producer Heather Dean. If you love to read, or write, books geared to Jewish readers, this podcast is for you! After her extraordinary 14-year career broadcasting celebrity interviews for MTV, E! Entertainment Television and Associated Press (AP) Radio, Heather upgraded her life and career, which is centered on Torah values. Interested in advertising your product or service to ...
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This is real talk for authors, relatable to where they are in their journey and to our journey as self-published authors. We talk about our experiences and have guest chats with experts and other authors about their experiences.
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Radio Morpork is a podcast about Terry Pratchett's Discworld, discussing and analysing each book in the series in chronological order. New episodes every month. Find us on Facebook & Twitter for more info, or contact us as [email protected]
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Thought-provoking talks on Philippine food history, traditions and culture from the diaspora looking in.
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Many talented people's writings and movies address the deep, dark mysteries of our world — across both Fiction (Horror, Crime, Sci-Fi, Action-Adventure, Romance, LGBT) and Non-Fiction (Crime, History, Science, Paranormal) stories. Please step into the “House of Mystery” 5 nights a week and join us as we go deep into the creative process behind our esteemed guests' works. Past Guests in Non-Fiction have included Marcia Clark (of the O.J. Simpson trial), Robert Kennedy, Jr., Jesse Ventura, Bur ...
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Five-time winner of Best Education Podcast in the Podcast Awards. Grammar Girl provides short, friendly tips to improve your writing and feed your love of the English language. Whether English is your first language or your second language, these grammar, punctuation, style, and business tips will make you a better and more successful writer. Grammar Girl is a Quick and Dirty Tips podcast.
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You know the myths. You’ve seen the biopics. But if you’re the kind of music fan who craves the rest of the story—the stuff they buried or cleaned up for streaming and theaters—this is your podcast. DISGRACELAND is the award-winning show that reveals the deeply human, highly dramatic, true crime–fueled chaos behind legendary musicians like Amy Winehouse, Jerry Lee Lewis, Sean “Diddy” Combs, the Grateful Dead, Blondie, and more. While we dig into the dark side, we do so with reverence for the ...
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Killer Prose is the podcast dedicated to the art of crafting mystery and horror fiction, hosted by author Tanner Rutledge. Join Tanner bi-weekly as he delves into the secrets of suspenseful storytelling, featuring interviews with authors, editors, and publishers who specialize in keeping readers on the edge of their seats. Whether you’re weaving intricate mysteries or conjuring spine-tingling horror, Killer Prose offers practical advice on finishing your manuscript and getting it in front of ...
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Edward Stanley et. al., "A North American Tour Journal 1824-1825: The Making of a Prime Minister" (Sutton Publishing, 2025)
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A North American Tour Journal 1824-1825: The Making of a Prime Minister (Sutton Publishing, 2025) follows Edward Stanley's 1824-25 journey through North America, a formative tour that profoundly shaped his political ideals. In July 1824, Edward Geoffrey Smith Stanley arrived in New York City at the end of a month-long voyage from Liverpool. The you…
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Oasis Pt. 2: The Biggest Band on the Planet, Britop, Private Islands, A Drowning Rolls-Royce, Liam and Noel Off Their T*ts and at Each Other’s Throats
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Oasis were the biggest band on the planet for a moment. They famously warred with Britpop rivals Blur, and the Brothers Gallagher feuded with each other in public and came to blows numerous times behind closed doors. The success of their massively popular second album skyrocketed the band to international fame and brought unwanted, intense pressure…
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Send us a text 9-05-25 Bookmarked, Season 4 Celebrating 100 Episodes of Bookmarked! This week, Allison and Draco celebrate the exciting milestone of publishing 100 episodes of Bookmarked by discussing their favorite episodes throughout the years. They also preview JCP's upcoming first issue of Tapestry Journal: Indie Publishing. Chapter Markers Jan…
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Summer Rerun - Gone Girl: The Notorious Real-Life Disappearance of Agatha Christie
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Please enjoy this time capsule from early 2017, all about the real-life disappearance of our favorite author.... See (some of) you in England! Details below regarding my two appearances there. I'll be appearing first, in London, 12-13 September, at Silent Echoes: Golden Age Crime Fiction and Trauma, hosted by Golden Age Mysteries and Florida State …
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Katie McLain Horner and Kendra Winchester discuss dark academia novels. Subscribe to the podcast via RSS, Apple Podcasts, or Spotify. To get even more mystery/thriller recs and news, sign up for our Unusual Suspects newsletter! Ready for a cozy, bookish autumn? Let Tailored Book Recommendations help you find your next favorite read with handpicked …
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Steven concludes his fascinating conversation about Orson Welles with noted film critic, historian, and film institute educator Robert Horton as they dive deeper into "Chimes at Midnight," Falstaff, Freud, Gielgud, Olivier, and more. Support the show by picking up official Don't Quill the Messenger merchandise at www.dontquillthepodcast.com and bec…
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Elizabeth Evitts Dickinson, "Claire McCardell: The Designer Who Set Women Free" (Simon & Schuster, 2025)
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Claire McCardell forever changed fashion—and most importantly, the lives of women. She shattered cultural norms around women’s clothes, and today much of what we wear traces back to her ingenious, rebellious mind. McCardell invented ballet flats and mix-and-match separates, and she introduced wrap dresses, hoodies, leggings, denim, and more into wo…
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Oasis Pt. 1: Hooliganism, Hedonism, Rock Star Anthems and the “Greatest Rock ‘N’ Roll Band on the Planet”
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Few bands have come from as little and made as much of themselves as Oasis. Along the way they were wildly entertaining — unlike anything England or the United States had ever seen — and fully committed to the life of the rock star and to making the greatest rock ‘n’ roll music the world had ever heard. Through it all they famously fought, with fan…
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Eli Manning In Studio, Howie Long, Eagles Win Opening Night After A Spit Off, NFL Week 1 Picks And Preview + Fyre fest
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Football is back and it started with a spit off. The Eagles win opening night and the Cowboys didn't look all that bad (00:00:00-00:13:11). We talk Kawhi Leonard's no show job, Mt Rushmore duel was a blowout and some talking tennis (00:13:11-00:27:08). We then do our Week 1 picks and preview going through the entire NFL Week 1 slate and a new fanta…
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Jack ties one on. Jack is bored with numbers, high on ideas Jack has Ideas Back to the Office Support the show [email protected] https://www.patreon.com/MurderClosetPodcast Americantabbycats.com Please subscribe and follow!By Lucas & Marian
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Lucy Roth, author of 'When Sally Killed Harry' - Feminist thriller author discusses arts council funding, going easy on yourself and what readers don't want to know
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Lucy Roth's new novel has one of the best names going. 'When Sally Killed Harry', is a feminist serial-killer thriller. When Sally discovers she's not the only one to have been jilted by dreamy con-man Harry, she takes matters into her own hands, and becomes his worst nightmare. It's Lucy's first thriller, but she has published novels and non-ficti…
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The surprising ways we gesture about time and space, with Lauren Gawne
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1113. This week, we talk with linguist Lauren Gawne about her book "Gesture: A Slim Guide." We look at how different cultures gesture about abstract concepts like time and space, and how we unknowingly gesture from our left-to-right writing system. We also look at why pointing is often rude, how different cultures point in different ways, and wheth…
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Virginia Evans and the Art of Writing Letters
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Occasionally, a book comes into your life that is a revelation. And The Correspondent by Virginia Evans was one of these books for us. A masterful epistolary novel in which the protagonist, a retired lawyer named Sybil, corresponds with…well, anyone and everyone. It’s an incredible read. Trust us. Don’t miss this great conversation with a wonderful…
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Superstar children's author Andy Griffith reviews! Plus, Omar Musa's Fierceland and Geoff Dyer's Homework
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Australian poet, artist, hip hop musician and author, Omar Musa, tells a story of Australia and Borneo, forests and fathers, in his new novel Fierceland. An American saga of love, war, and complicated families in Patrick Ryan’s Buckeye, and experimental British author Geoff Dyer returns with Homework, a look back on his childhood and coming of age …
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Bonus Episode: Mystery Recordings and Tortured Geniuses
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This week in the After Party, Jake takes a closer look at the tales of mysterious rumored recordings from music history. Plus, your voicemails, DMs, and emails! On Tuesday, we're bringing you a new episode on 50 Cent, and Jake wants to know: Which hip hop artist (living or dead) would you most want to have a drink with?" Share your thoughts at 617-…
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In this episode of Books with Hooks, literary agents Carly and CeCe get nit-picky with an almost ‘Pitch Perfect’ query submission. They offer insider tips on how this particular query grabbed their attention from the very first line. They dish on what makes a query irresistible, why killer opening pages matter, and how to nail tension and character…
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Æthelstan, First King of England with David Woodman
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On September 4, 925 – 1100 years to the day this episode is released – King Æthelstan was crowned at Kingston-upon-Thames. Æthelstan is most often talked about in the context of the famous Battle of Brunanburh, but maybe we should remember him instead as the first king of England. This week, Danièle speaks with David Woodman about Æthelstan’s life,…
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Which Penguin books shocked society and became cultural icons? With Jack Edwards and Penguin Editor, Simon Prosser
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Outrageous, iconic and unforgettable - these are some of the books Penguin have been publishing over its 90-year history. As part of a special content series called 'The books that shaped us' on Penguin.co.uk, we invited readers from the world of publishing, comedy, and music to explore must-read titles across the decades. The Internet's resident l…
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S4 EP186: Rachelle Bergstein, Lifestyle Writer and Author of The Genius of Judy: How Judy Blume Rewrote Childhood for All of Us
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Join the conversation, text us now. Bleeped words: S3x, S3xuality (Twice) Hello My Happy People, Judy Blume transformed how young readers understood themselves and the world around them. In this episode of Book Banter with Dianne Burckhardt – Book Talk Podcast, bestselling author and cultural writer Rachelle Bergstein joins me to talk about her boo…
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Episode 37: Short Stories, Satire and Writing with Humor and Heart with David Hankins
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🎙️ From short stories and satire to sci-fi, fantasy and rubber duckies? Meet David Hankins. In this episode of @TheAuthorNextDoor Angela Haas and Cassie Newell chat with David Hankins, award-winning author of fantasy and sci-fi, to talk about storytelling, writing rituals, and how a sense of humor can be a superpower. In this episode we explore: Ho…
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Episode 36: September Kickoff: Discussing Different Genres
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🎙️ From romance to horror, and everything in between, this month we're talking genres! In this episode of The Author Next Door, Cassie Newell and Angela Haas open up about the genres they write in and what draws them to each one. From first loves in storytelling to current favorites (and guilty pleasures), this conversation is both craft-focused an…
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Hidden Clues, Secret Codes, and Epic Adventures! 🗝️🧩
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Welcome to the latest episode of Book Worms! First up, Georgia Channon — author of The Curse of the Silvan Oaks. If you love mysteries, magical forests, and just a sprinkle of danger… this one is for you! Next, Patrick Kane, who writes Human 2.0. Patrick’s stories explore what it is like to live in the future — with science, technology, and incredi…
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NFL Preview With Pete Prisco, Michael Irvin, Mt Rushmore Duel + Listener Takes On The 2025 Season
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NFL is almost here and we do our predictions for the season, worst case scenarios for all of our teams, MVP, SB, least improved and more (00:00:00-00:34:00). Hot Seat/Cool Throne including is President Trump dead or alive (00:34:00-00:53:36)? Mt Rushmore duel to end the Rushmore season plus punishment (00:53:36-01:22:34). Pete Prisco joins the show…
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Rivkah Lambert Adler and her book Adrift Among the Nations Interview Part Two
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This episode of “613 Books” podcast is PART TWO of producer Heather Dean’s interview with Dr. Rivkah Lambert Adler, a writer, book reviewer and adult educator whose most recently-published book is called “Adrift Among the Nations: Between Christianity and Torah.”This is a book about leaving Jesus by Dr. Lambert Adler who is a journalist, an educato…
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Exploring History and Mystery: Sarah Ladenwich on Her Debut Novel | Episode 137
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In this episode of the Bookaholic Podcast, we sit down with debut novelist Sarah Ladenwich to discuss her captivating book, "The Fire Concerto." Sarah shares her journey of crafting a complex narrative that intertwines literary fiction, historical mystery, and personal resilience. We explore the themes of facing the past, the influence of classical…
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Meg Medina on Graciela in the Abyss: A 15-Year Journey from Graveyard to Glory
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In this episode of The Growing Readers Podcast, host Bianca Schulze interviews award-winning author Meg Medina about her latest fantasy novel, Graciela in the Abyss. They discuss Medina's fifteen-year journey developing this underwater adventure, her transition from contemporary fiction to fantasy, her experience as the eighth National Ambassador f…
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Exploring Reincarnation and Intrigue: Soulmatch by Rebecca Danzenbaker
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Dive into this episode of The Plot With A Twist as we review 'Soulmatch' by Rebecca Danzenbaker. This week, we dissect the intricacies of a unique YA dystopian novel where a soul identification system reveals past lives. Explore themes of reincarnation, moral dilemmas, and the thrilling journey of the FMC, Sivan, and her found family to uncover…
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Vonnegut’s semicolon rule. What age has to do with language. Chocolate donut.
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1112. This week, we look at why you can safely ignore Kurt Vonnegut’s famous advice about ignoring semicolons. We also look at why taking punctuation advice from fiction writers may not be a good idea for business writing. Then, we look at how major life events, not age, change how you speak as you get older. The age segment was by Valerie Fridland…
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The American Dream in F. Scott Fitzgerald’s “The Great Gatsby” (Re-Release for 100th Anniversary)
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Hard to believe that Subtext has been around for five years, and Gatsby for 100. To celebrate these anniversaries (and our hiatus in recordings for a long summer vacation), here’s a re-release of one of our early episodes (from November 2020). We all know this story, in part because it captures a period that will always have a special place in the …
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Susana M. Morris, "Positive Obsession: The Life and Times of Octavia E. Butler" (Amistad Press, 2025)
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A magnificent cultural biography, Positive Obsession: The Life and Times of Octavia E. Butler (Amistad, 2025) charts the life of one of our greatest writers, situating her alongside the key historical and social moments that shaped her work. As the first Black woman to consistently write and publish in the field of science fiction, Octavia Butler w…
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Literary Agent Lori Galvin Talks Going From Query to Deal: What Agents Need to See Before They Sign You
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Send me a Text Message! Literary agent Lori Galvin reveals exactly what makes a query letter irresistible. She breaks down the specific elements that make agents request materials, and the common mistakes that lead to instant rejections. Whether you're crafting your first query or your fiftieth, this episode delivers the agent perspective that ever…
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Brian Wilson: Love and Mercy, Murder, Theft, and Manipulation
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Brian Wilson was the quiet one. The genius in the bathrobe. The ghost at the piano bench. He wrote Pet Sounds, rewrote pop music history, and was nearly destroyed for it. This is the story of how mercy, murder, theft, and family fractured the mind behind the Beach Boys—and how Brian Wilson reclaimed his music, his story, and his soul. For a full li…
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CFB Week 1 With Booger McFarland After He Eats 6 Donuts, Is Arch Bad? Brian Kelly's Big Win + Mt Rushmore Controversy To End The Show
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Bill Belichick at North Carolina is off and not running (00:00:00-00:07:08). We talk about all the games from Week 1 in CFB, is Arch cooked. Is the Alabama dynasty dead. Brian Kelly gets the monkey off his back and more (00:07:08-00:57:06). Who's back of the week with bonus Booger McFarland cam as he eats 6 donuts for being wrong about Tommy Fleetw…
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Watching TV the Y2k way and the upcoming releases we're excited for
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Oh, hello! We're back and trying a new format. In short: we burnt out and lost the love for making the podcast (although we loved speaking to authors). While we've not been recording podcasts, we have been sharing monthly recommendations on Substack. You can take a look (and subscribe!) here. In this episode, we're chatting about: Watching some cla…
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Episode 82: [Sharissa Bradley] How To Get Your Book Published Without Breaking the Bank
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Send us a text This week Elizabeth chats with Sharissa Bradley, owner of @projectseedmoney and 5Two Press, about resources available to writers who are ready to publish. If you want to put a quality book out into the world, you're going to need to spend some money because when you try to do it for free, you'll find it won't meet your expectations. …
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The Beach Boys Pt. 2: Endless Bummer, Hollywood Paranoia, Onstage Fist Fights, Incest, and Cocaine
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In the aftermath of the Manson Family murders, Hollywood was gripped with fear. Various investigations stitched together a deluded White Album-inspired explanation of the killing spree. But Dennis Wilson knew the truth—that he had made a terrible, irreversible mistake and that now, the sunny dream of the '60s was over. The nightmare it brought abou…
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Shooting The Shit: Shooting The Shit about what agents really think about writer’s conferences, how agents get good at their jobs, and what actually sells books right now
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In this episode of Shooting The Shit, Carly and CeCe unpack the state of today’s publishing industry—from their latest projects to upcoming conferences and the realities of writer–agent dynamics. They dig into what writers can expect from conferences, how agents sharpen their manuscript-analysis skills, and whether podcast appearances really move t…
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Send us a text It's always a fun time when Jessica Thompson stops by the podcast. Today, she and author Heidi O'Barr take a break from their writing retreat to chat with me about the Messy Manuscript Society's newest collection of fantasy short stories, "Beyond the Waves"! We chat about what we're reading, and talk about some of our favorite Cozy m…
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The Beach Boys Pt. 1: Endless Summer, LSD, Orgies, Charles Manson and a Steve McQueen Man-Crush
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In the summer of 1968, the Beach Boys’ drummer Dennis Wilson invited a hippie guru and his grungy harem to squat in his Pacific Palisades home. Dennis was the handsome California surfer that his brother Brian wrote all those hit songs about, while the hippie cult would soon be infamous the world over as the Manson Family. What happened when the Wil…
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Thomas Mark McKinnon - In Spite of Thunder
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FBI agent Frank Adler’s life is upended when his daughter vanishes on what should have been the trip of a lifetime. No witnesses. No demands. No trace. Refusing to wait for an investigation from the sidelines, Frank breaks protocol and follows a trail of clues that lead him into a shadowy underworld. As he digs deeper, he finds himself caught in an…
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