Entertaining, actionable advice on craft, productivity and creativity for writers in all genres, hosted by Jessica Lahey (freelancer, essayist and NYT best-selling author of "The Gift of Failure: How the Best Parents Learn to Let Go So Children Can Succeed", KJ Dell'Antonia (NYT contributor and former editor; her novel, The Chicken Sisters, debuts in June 2020, How to Be a Happier Parent is available now) and Sarina Bowen (USA today best-selling author of more than 30 romance novels).
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Your favourite fiction authors share the story behind their latest books.
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Jess Perkins loves Rom-Coms. So she’s going to write her own! On this new podcast, she will chat with comedians, writers, movie lovers and actors to get their insights into what makes a rom-com good. And by the end of the season, Jess will have written her very own rom-com. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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When In Romance is a biweekly show dedicated to romance novel news, gushing, and book recommendations!
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Shelf Love is about romance novels and how they reflect, explore, challenge, and shape desire. Host Andrea Martucci invites experts from a variety of perspectives to critically engaging with romance novels. Listen for discussions of individual books, genre discourse, and scholarly topics.
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Everything you’ve always wanted to know about succeeding in the world of writing and publishing. Learn practical writing techniques, go behind-the-scenes and discover how real-life authors got their big break. Uncover the creative processes of writers who have made it. Your host is Valerie Khoo – author, journalist, creative and CEO of the Australian Writers’ Centre.
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The Kobo Writing Life Podcast features exciting interviews with bestselling authors, tips on the craft and business of writing, and advice for a successful self-publishing career. Millions of readers are waiting to discover your book - publish today at www.kobo.com/writinglife.
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📚 A publishing podcast for writers looking to learn about the industry. 🖋️ Featuring authors, agents, editors and more... 🎙️ Extended & ad-free episodes on Patreon ❤️
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Imagine reading your favorite steamy romance novel... with your mom reading over your shoulder. Ellen and her mom set out to do just that with this book club and they want you to join in. It's fun, it's swoony, and it's awkward. Email: [email protected] Twitter: @notyourmomsrom Facebook: fb.me/notyourmomsromancebookclub Podcast: notyourmomsrom.buzzsprout.com Not Your Mom's Romance Book Club is part of the Frolic Podcast Network. You can find more outstanding podcasts to su ...
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The Write Question is a weekly literary program hosted by Lauren Korn that features authors from the American West—and beyond—including James Lee Burke, Kate Lebo, Anne Helen Petersen, Robert Wrigley, Jess Walter, Stephen Graham Jones, Hoa Nguyen, Maggie Shipstead, Elissa Washuta, and others.
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Whether you’re polishing your first draft or chasing down a book deal, the award-winning Writing Break will keep you informed, inspired, and ready to write.
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Annyeonghaseyo! We’re three best selling American novelists who explore the wonderfully wacky world of K-Romance through a writer’s lens. We fangirl over our favorite characters, debate our favorite tropes, and nerd out through K-drama deep dives. Expect a few K-pop and K-skincare recs for good measure, because why not ride the Hallyu wave all the way to shore? So grab some Tteokbokki and listen to your new favorite unnis. Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/AfterNoonaDelightPodcast Love BTS? V ...
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Story enthusiast and romance writer Sarah Gamez explores the creative craft and pragmatic aspects of writing with niche topic discussions, inspirational pieces and industry insights. Join in on conversations with authors and experts on creating engaging stories, marketing your books, and navigating the (self) publishing world. Whether you write romance or not, there's plenty of tips to be found on storytelling, genres, and medias. Sometimes, with a twist of romance.
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This podcast discusses writing life, reviews books, and interviews authors and industry professionals.
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“Writing Rural With Alley” helps fiction writers bring rural lifestyles to life! Here you will learn to craft more realistic scenes and settings of rural life and lifestyles, new ways to show, not tell, helping to drive your story forward, discover obstacles and challenges for your characters to overcome. You’ll learn skills and techniques from the stone age to post-apocalyptic, including but not limited to, homesteading, living off the grid, bushcrafting, survival skills and more. And of co ...
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Welcome to Curdled Ink podcast, one woman’s tirade against poor writing and problematic romance. Literary criticism from a queer, kinky, sex positive perspective, starting with 50 Shades of Grey. Posts every other Tuesday!
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Two writer friends, Marty Vee and Kate Prior, catch up every couple of weeks, checking in on our personal lives, our writing goals, and where we are in our current novels. Marty and Kate can tangent with the best of them, often braiding several ideas together at once, so if you're lost listening, don't worry, we are too. It's a sneak-peak into the scattered processes and methods that go into storytelling and running a small business, two authors' foray into the world of self-publishing: cove ...
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Join Matt and Andrea as they take on a new adventure—writing their first romance novel together! Our Next Chapter dives into love, life, and the challenges of authorship, with real talk, laughs, and plenty of heart. Whether you're a book lover, a writer, or just here for the journey, come be part of the story!
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Each week on Smart Podcast, Trashy Books, Sarah Wendell interviews authors, readers, reviewers, bloggers, publishing professionals, editors, and librarians about romance novels, which are among the most popular genres in fiction worldwide. Popular guests include: Ilona Andrews, Robin Bradford, NPR's Barrie Hardymon, Chuck Tingle, Sarah J. Maas, and Rachel Aaron. Amanda Diehl, co-pilot of the SS Smart Bitches, makes regular appearances with maximum silliness, especially during our Romantic Ti ...
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Write Your Damn Novel (formerly How to Win NaNo) is a no-nonsense guide to writing a novel in 30 days. Like it or not November comes every year, but don't you worry — your hosts are here for you! Kristina Horner and Liz Leo are 'writing-50k-words-in-a-month' experts (and lifelong writing friends) with a passion for helping people write their damn novel. Join them each week as they share their personal tips, tricks and other things they've learned over almost two decades of consecutive NaNoWr ...
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A biweekly podcast where speculative fiction and romance fiction editors and writers discuss writers craft and how best to edit and write your book.
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Join J.D. Myall from Writer's Digest and Drexel University on 'Craft Chat Chronicles' for interviews with New York Times best-selling authors. Delve into the art of writing, uncover insights and tips on crafting bestsellers, as well as effective publishing and book marketing. Perfect for aspiring and seasoned writers, and students alike, this podcast combines creative writing expertise with real-world publishing experience. Tune in for transformative literary guidance.
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"I should be writing" is what people say, but they rarely do it. This podcast is designed to help you get past those blocks, whether it's what your teacher told you when you were a kid, to being totally sure you'll never be as good as (FAV AUTHOR) so you might as well quit.
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Jackie's Books is a podcast dedicated to the emerging artist, Jackie Adams. We will interview Jackie, who will tell us about the novels she has published, what she is working on, and her life as an author. Jackie will also recommend books for you to read, and bring in guests who can tell us about their life and work.
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Award-winning fantasy & paranormal romance author Leslye Penelope shares perspectives on the writing life, creativity, inspiration, and this week’s best thing.
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Melody Carlisle and Sabrina Bradley love romance and they do it out loud! Every Monday, these long-distance best friends recap romance novels from a comedic, intersectional feminist, sex-positive perspective. If you're itching for a BFF book club or just love raucous slumber party vibes, this is the show for you! Whether you've read the book or not, all are welcome! Giggling, tangents, and sincere joy abound.
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A podcast for beginner self publishers to learn more about writing, self publishing and marketing their books.
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Join bestselling romance author Kayley Loring as she has fun, casual conversations with her audiobook narrators and interesting people from the romance audio community--focusing on the talented people behind the scenes of romance audiobooks. That’s not all! Kayley is also writing bonus scenes for her characters and having her narrators read them. Multiple Eargasms will leave your ears and hearts happy. Because one is not enough!
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We Read Smut, hosted by Alesia, empowers romance readers to embrace their love for smut and dive deep into the diverse world of this captivating genre. Tired of feeling judged for your love of steamy reads? Join us as we create a safe space to unpack the complexities and joys of smut, challenge societal norms, and celebrate the power of inclusive storytelling. We'll explore everything from trope deep dives and author interviews to thought-provoking discussions on topics like body positivity, ...
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Raising a glass to books and the past with your host Eliza Knight! Welcome to History, Books and wine where we chat about books and fun historical tidbits all while raising a glass of vino!
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Quick & Dirty Romance: The inside scoop on romance books and writing, where we pull out & wrap up in 30 minutes or less. But we promise to leave you satisfied! Sarah Skye is the nom de plume of Sarah Smith & Skye McDonald, contemporary romance authors whose joint publication, Sips & Strokes, is out April 20,2021.
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Step inside the minds of storytellers with Ink Blots: Author Interviews — the podcast where books meet personality. Host Rob Southgate chats with authors across genres — from mystery to sci-fi, romance to non-fiction — diving deep into their creative process, personal journeys, and favorite reads. Each episode blends practical writing tips for aspiring authors with candid conversations about life, inspiration, and the stories that shaped them. Expect surprises, laughter, and the kind of insi ...
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The Bookcast by DL White is my platform for sharing short fiction and updates on life as a self published author of contemporary fiction.
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Award-winning and best-selling author of fantasy and romance, Jeffe Kennedy shares her first cup of coffee of the day with listeners, giving a daily insight into the realities of being a career author.
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If you love books and all things writing, or maybe just want to hear a different point of view on favourite stories, this podcast's for you! Join your host Kass - a writer and total book nerd - as she dives into stories from a writer's point of view. From highlighting cool writing styles or tricks and juicy hot takes to the pure love of reading and creating, it's all about celebrating the magic of good storytelling.
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Who is Lolita? The Nabokov literary classic has sparked infinite discussion in the 65 years since its release, but the cultural memory the book has left behind lives more in romance and fashion aesthetics than a cautionary tale about a deceptive predator and his young prey. Jamie Loftus wants to know how we got here, and this series traces Lolita -- the person, Dolores Haze -- from her literary origin to current status as a doomed icon.
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Top authors on writing, sex and romance. Interviewed by CBS Sunday Morning contributor, Faith Salie.
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Written in the Stars: Books and Beyond highlights and celebrates the people in our community involved with books, writing, and publishing. From poets and romance writers to literary journals and entrepreneurs, we explore a multitude of stories and storytellers. Join us as we follow them on their journeys with the written word.
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Join bestselling authors (and former college roommates) Ines Johnson and L. Penelope as they read and discuss the writing craft, worldbuilding, and romance of paranormal and fantasy novels. First up: we’ll be reading the Psy-Changeling Series by Nalini Singh.
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If you’re a reader that loves a good story, or an indie author with a story to tell. This is the podcast for you… come on in.
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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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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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Ep 88 - Wattpad & Serialized Fiction: Writing That Hooks Readers with Lux Raven
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"There's a reason a lot of the marginalized characters start out in places like Wattpad...it becomes this people driven publishing house in a way...." Watty award winning author, Lux Raven, understands how platforms like Wattpad are influencing publishing, reader's habits, and the rules of writing. We chat how to succeed in serialized fiction and t…
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Writing Podcast Episode 691: Holly Brunnbauer and her romance novel, 'What Did I Miss?'
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If you found yourself newly single after not dating since being a teenager, what would you do? Author and AWC graduate Holly Brunnbauer asks that question in her award-winning romance novel, What Did I Miss? –and in this episode she shares what inspired her to write it, her exciting story about getting an agent and book deal, plus the unusual windo…
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SPA Girls Podcast - EP527 - Interview with Lucy Lennox, Writing MM Romance (Classic Replay)
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This is a fabulous classic replay of our interview with USA Today Bestseller, Lucy Lennox. Lucy saw extraordinary success straight out the gate, from when she first published her MM romance, Borrowing Blue, in November 2016. In fact, by her second month of publishing, Lucy was earning five figures per month! Since then, Lucy's books have soared the…
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251 Iman Hariri-Kia | Contemporary Fiction and Romance Author
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Contemporary fiction and romance author, Iman Hariri-Kia is here talking about how much fun she had writing her latest novel, 'Female Fantasy', the power of the romance genre, expressing different parts of herself through her different novels and her parents' reactions to reading her sex scenes. Support the show on Patreon! 💖 And get extended episo…
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Inside A Steamy Bestseller With Romance Writer Noel Stark
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Romance fiction is dominating the chart. It's also redefining how stories are told and sold. In this episode, I sit down with author and industry veteran Noel Stark to talk about why happy endings aren’t clichés. They’re promises. We dig into how a genre once brushed off as “women’s fiction” built one of publishing’s most loyal and profitable audie…
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Episode 48: Master the Query: How to Pitch Your Book Like a Pro with Laura Goode
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📚 How do you pitch your book, find an agent, and break into publishing—without losing your mind along the way? In this episode of The Author Next Door, Angela Haas and Cassie Newell chat with Laura Goode, award-winning author, poet, and Stanford professor, about the art and strategy behind getting your book agented, published, and paid. Drawing fro…
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Heated Rivalry by Rachel Reid (Part 1 of 4) | 407.1
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Hey HBs! IT'S FINALLY TIIIIIME! You've heard Sabrina scream about Ilya Rozanov for YEARS and, in light of the new TV series, we're finally diving in! And it's a 2 week, 4 part event! This is part 1 of 4 of our recap of HEATED RIVALRY by Rachel Reid. Bonus Content: Mel is bringing Big! Feral! Energy! and poor Sabrina has to be the adult in the room.…
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For this month's uncensored, Lia put together a few winter themed K-drama games for the group to play. Join us for some "Hear me out..." snowball, some naughty or nice K-drama superlatives, and what K-Drama moments/experiences have been our highlights of 2025. *Spoiler warning...Amy accidentally spoils the end of My Dearest without warning at 19:45…
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SPA Girls Podcast - EP529 - Interview with Nalini Singh - Worldbuilding (Classic Replay)
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Every book you write is part of a world and you need to know as much as possible about the world before you start writing—but be prepared to pivot! So how do you build a fictional world (whether contemporary, paranormal, fantasy, or historical etc) that sets your story up well and captures readers imaginations? A long-time friend of the SPA Girls, …
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First Cup of Coffee - Opening up the case for optimizing your writing style
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Happy December! Time is flying by but it sure does feel like it. Can you maintain the integrity of your stories and still optimize your earnings as writer? Or would that be the same as writing to market? Ask me about Mar-A-Lago face, I could go on and on. Because it's actually quite an interesting inspiration for a book... How do I organize my insp…
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Vanessa Zoltan and Dr. Simone Drake meet at an NYC bachelor party to record this week’s episode of Hot and Bothered, all about The Best Man. This week we discuss Black movies of the 90s, the Moynihan Report, and movie soundtracks. We finish the episode by calling Tyler D. Parry to talk to us about jumping the broom. --- Hot and Bothered is a Not So…
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Kobo ReWriting Life – #24 – Writing a Festive Novel for Kobo Originals with Talia Hibbert
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Welcome to the Kobo ReWriting Life Podcast! Alongside your regularly scheduled Kobo Writing Life podcast episode releases, we will also be featuring some highlights from our backlist. In this episode, we were joined by USA Today best-selling author Talia Hibbert, who has written over 15 romance novels, many of which have been opted for film and tel…
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112: We Know Our Patterns And Yet Cannot Escape Them
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The Highlights: Disrespecto the Pesto Ten Years of Being Bad At French We Keep Coming Back to Kate's Fridge Thing Audible Sandwhich ASMR At 14:15 Minutes In Would Never Trust Myself to Love Again After What Happened To Remi and Alicia Honestly Marty Reads Kate's Social Security Number On Air No More Slowburns EVER Marty's Handwritten Book Microtrop…
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Ever stumbled across terms like SHTF, EDC, or the KISS method and wondered how to weave them into your characters’ dialogue without sounding like a survivalist manual? In this episode, we decode the colorful jargon of preppers—those who plan for disasters and end-of-the-world scenarios. From the essentials of a bug out bag to the tongue-in-cheek wo…
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Into the Icy Waters: Liisa Kovala Dives into Like Water for Weary Souls
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I’m excited to be joined on the show today by guest author Liisa Kovala. On this episode we’re going to talk about her book, Like Water for Weary Souls. Set against the stark beauty of Depression-era Northern Ontario, the novel follows Finnish immigrant sisters Hanna and Essi Kivi as they struggle to survive in a rough mining town. When Hanna is fo…
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Writing Podcast Episode 693: Belinda Castles walks us through her new book, Walking Sydney
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Do ideas come to you while you’re out walking? There’s a unique connection between writers and walking – and in this episode, Belinda Castles shares the inspiration and experience in creating her new book, Walking Sydney. The book is a curated collection of talks had while on walks with authors around various parts of the city and exploring the con…
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Watch on YouTube Mentioned: My reader newsletter: http://lpenelope.com/newsletter Black Friday 2025 Writer Bundle Deal - https://lpen.co/vault25 MYSTERY: FICTION'S FAVORITE FORCE by Junot Diaz - https://junot.substack.com/p/mystery AI scams for writers at Writer Beware Update on those Flattering AI Book Marketing Scams from Anne R. Allen The Case o…
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Ellen and Mom are joined by all of you to talk about what we have been reading and to reminisce on some good times shared together. Come hang out with us! Twitter/Instagram: @notyourmomsrom Facebook Group: Not Your Mom's Facebook Group Email: [email protected] Not Your Mom's Romance Book Club is part of the Frolic Podcast Network…
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Editor turned literary agent Rachel Neely is with us this week to talk about her journey from editor to agent, a bit behind the curtain of both roles and what sorts of stories she's looking to add to her list. Support the show on Patreon! 💖 And get extended episodes, ad-free and a week ahead of everyone else. 🙏 For audio listeners: Spotify Apple Am…
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Bookcast Episode 132: November Wrap up, New Releases, Winding Down
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In this episode, I run through my full Nonfiction November reading list, talk about my latest holiday releases, share updates on direct sales and writing plans, and chat a bit about what I’ve been watching while I settle into my end-of-year break. Books Discussed – A Devil Went Down to Georgia: Race, Power, Privilege, and the Murder of Leta McClint…
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A Writer’s Journey: Bad Art Friend and the Messy Realities of Writer Friendships
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Send us a text Ever had a friend steal your kidney story? Neither had we until we dove into the notorious "Bad Art Friend" literary scandal that rocked the writing world. In this raw, unfiltered conversation, we unpack what happens when writer friendships go spectacularly wrong—and why creative relationships can be both essential lifelines and pote…
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Jeanette Winterson releases the reading Genie
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For Jeanette Winterson, reading has been her liberation but she's worried about its future. She asks what AI means for storytelling in her new book One Aladdin Two Lamps. American author Lily King shares the surprising origin of her tear-jerker love-triangle novel, Heart the Lover and we consider the parallels between Regency England and Pakistan i…
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479: Playing Big Means Treating Your Writing Like a Business (Ep 7)
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In this Write Big session, Jenny Nash shares a story from her business mastermind about what it looks like to “play big.” From asking for help to boldly joining the conversation, Jenny shows how these small but brave moves apply directly to the writing life—and why writers need to see themselves as entrepreneurs. A quick dose of inspiration to stop…
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694. Holiday Wishes II with Agnés, Emily, Sarah Jane and Jenn
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Ready for more wishes and recs? And bad jokes? I bet you are! This week we’re talking with Agnes, Emily, Sarah Jane, and Jenn – and Min the cat. And in the outro, you’ll hear from ShoesforAll, aka Sarah. And! Important announcement 1: thanks to your Patreon pledges, we have reached our goal with the F’ICE campaign, and all dynamic ads will be turne…
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Hi all! In honor of Thanksgiving, we decided to share what we’re doing to get MORE of what we’re grateful for in our writing lives—as in, try not just to give a nod to gratitude but actually increase the things we do to feel it. Enjoy! Are you staring down a holiday shopping list with a haunted look in your eyes? My great big guide to holiday under…
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Encore: Christine Wu on a shared language of food and her debut collection, ‘Familial Hungers’
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This week on ‘The Write Question,’ host Lauren Korn returns to her conversation with poet Christine Wu, author of ‘Familial Hungers’ (Brick Books). This episode first aired June 19, 2025.By Lauren Korn
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There are only 4 days left... and things might be looking pretty grim. But THERE IS STILL TIME. Our resident come-back queen, Liz Leo, recorded a special espiode today for everyone who needs a gently nudge in the right direction, or perhaps a swift kick in the pants. Take a moment to listen to her empassioned pep talk, and then get back to work! <3…
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Episode Nine - 'A Sydney 6.5' with Michelle Brasier
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Michelle Brasier is currently starring as Kit de Luca in the Australian stage adaptation of Pretty Woman: The Musical, so it would be WILD of us not to talk about it! We also chat about reddit, Bridesmaids, buying apartments and women being gross. Jess Writes a Rom-Com is part of the Do Go On Network of podcasts, so if you like books or quiz shows …
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04 | Dear Jane — Reading Emma in Pakistan
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Jane Austen's influence has spread well beyond the Anglosphere 250 years after her birth and today we consider the the parallels between Austen's Regency England and contemporary Pakistan. Laleen Sukhera is the founder of the Jane Austen Society of Pakistan (which has expanded to the Jane Austen Society MENAP - Middle East, North Africa, and Pakist…
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Ep 50a: 50th Episode Special Part One
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We made it to episode 50! To celebrate, I brought on a rare guest - my girlfriend and domme Kiki - to talk kink, relationships, sex work, and much more. We ended up talking for so long about such a wide range of topics that I've decide to make this into a two-parter (another rarity for this podcast) so I hope you enjoy hearing our conversation as m…
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Pour yourself something spiced and settle in as we revisit writing tips from this season’s genre deep dives. 🛋️ The Biggest Mistake Writers Make - Writing Break 7 Literary Conflicts Explained (Clip Show #11) - Writing Break Free Style Sheet Templates Free Writing Tips Music licensed from Storyblocks.…
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[ISBW] The Journey from Ideas to Anarchy with Cadwell Turnbull
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Cadwell Turnbull joins us to dive deep into the creative process and discuss his latest book, A Ruin Great and Free. The post [ISBW] The Journey from Ideas to Anarchy with Cadwell Turnbull appeared first on The Murverse Mothership.By Mur Lafferty
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[ISBW] The Journey from Ideas to Anarchy with Cadwell Turnbull
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"You want to preserve your experience of the work. You want to preserve the doing of the art." ~Cadwell Turnbull Amazing author Cadwell Turnbull joins us to dives deep into the creative process and discuss his latest book, A Ruin Great and Free. We talk about his writing journey, trilogy challenges, and approaching social issues in his books. (This…
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Monsters We Make: Comparing Mask Girl and Frankenstein
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Lia and Megan go full English class today as we discuss the parallels between Guillermo Del Toro's Frankenstein and the 2023 Kdrama Mask Girl. Sound wild? Well, it kind of is, but here us out... Ready to download your first audiobook? Don't forget to click HERE for your free Audible trial. *Audible is a sponsor of Afternoona Delight Podcast* Are yo…
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My Top Reads & Audiobooks of 2025 + What is Smut?
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Wow! Season Two has been incredible, and we're closing it out with a deep dive into the core question of this podcast: What is smut, exactly? I’m breaking down my personal spice rating scale, defining the difference between romance and erotica (hint: it's all about the plot!). Plus, I’m looking back at my most memorable 2025 reads, sharing my Top 5…
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First Cup of Coffee - A Working Girl Holiday
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Happy Turkey Day! As the title suggests, I have some book updates for you. You all know this by now, but the work has kept me grounded amidst the craziness of the personal as of late. I'll be talking about both this episode, as well as some very exciting news about when preorders for my NEW book series will be available. Among the Thorns line edits…
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SPA Girls Podcast - EP528 - Effortless Dictation with Sarah Elisabeth Sawyer
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We're delighted to welcome Sarah Elisabeth Sawyer, historical fiction author and writing instructor. We're diving into how dictation can totally transform the way you write: think faster drafts, more creative flow, and less stress on your body. Sarah has written 13 books solely by speaking words into her smartphone. Once she switched from typing he…
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Writing Podcast Episode 692: Special episode with Allison Tait on your writing roadmap
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In this special bonus episode of 'So You Want to Be a Writer,' Valerie is joined by her original podcast co-host Allison Tait in a live-streamed event celebrating 20 years of the Australian Writer Centre. Together, they discuss important topics for all writers – including goal-setting, overcoming writing obstacles, and structuring one's writing car…
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Ch 31: Gratitude with a Side of Cafeteria Turkey
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Matt and Andrea roll into Thanksgiving week with birthday chaos, cafeteria turkey lunches, and a quick chat about why gratitude hits a little harder when you’re raising teens. They dig into how gratitude shapes your brain, why it shows up so often in modern romance, and what they’re reading this week. They wrap with “Thankful or Thankful It’s Over,…
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#383 – All About The Artisan Author with Johnny B. Truant
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In this episode, we are joined by Johnny B. Truant, author of the acclaimed Fat Vampire series (which was adapted as Reginald the Vampire for the SyFy channel), the indie writer's guide Write. Publish. Repeat, and more. Johnny shares invaluable advice as we discuss his latest non-fiction title, The Artisan Author, his career, and much more. Johnny …
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For this week’s bi-weekly scene study, Vanessa and Hannah analyze the ending of My Big Fat Greek Wedding. They continue to discuss the movie's relationship to 'tackiness' as well as the promised future for Ian and Toula's daughter. Hot and Bothered is a Not Sorry Production Find us at our website | Follow us on Instagram --- If we give you butterfl…
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111: 20 Minute YouTube Compilation of Kissing Scenes
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The Highlights: Consensually Cuffed to the Table Intellecting About Kissing Scenes Not In A Weird Way, In a Hot Way Kate Won't Let Go of the Bad Pencil Skirt Running Out of Steam By The End of The Book Plot Sustaining Endings Switching Gears Carrying All Your Mistakes Slowest of the Slow Burns A More Gesture-y Grand Gesture Fucking Tired of These G…
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