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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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The Editing Podcast

Louise Harnby (fiction editor) and Denise Cowle (non-fiction editor)

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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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BOOK WRITING TIPS: Quick Tips for New and Seasoned Authors is a weekly podcast with tips for authors of all levels. Whether you're just thinking about starting to write a book but have no idea what to do, or if you've been writing for a long time and just want some new or different ideas of how to go about it, this podcast will hopefully give some inspiration to authors of all stages.
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The Fantasy Writers' Toolshed

The Fantasy Writers' Toolshed

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The Fantasy Writers’ Toolshed is a podcast for aspiring and experienced fantasy writers who want to master storytelling, creative writing, worldbuilding and character creation. Hosted by author Richie Billing, each episode features practical writing advice and tips, publishing guidance, and inspiring interviews with bestselling authors, editors, historians, psychologists and even an FBI Special Agent. Learn how to write, edit and market your stories with confidence. New episodes released mon ...
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You've heard the book publishing podcasts that give you tips for selling a lot of books and the ones that only interview world-famous authors. Now it's time for a book publishing show that reveals what actually goes on behind the cover. Hosted by New York Times bestselling author Anna David, Behind the Book Cover features interviews with traditionally published authors, independently published entrepreneurs who have used their books too seven figures to their bottom line to build their busin ...
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The Author Your Brand show takes a deep dive into becoming a best selling author, sometimes without writing a word. The host, Doug Crowe, interviews CEO’s of multi-million dollar firms, successful entrepreneurs, and “slightly” famous people. Guests include the former CMO of Starbucks Asia, the Inventor of GPS (who sold the company he founded for $6.6 Billion) & NYT bestselling authors. This daily LIVE show uncovers the mindset of these visionaries & their success tips.
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Fiction Writing Made Easy is your go-to podcast for practical, no-fluff tips on how to write, edit, and publish a novel—from first draft to finished book. Hosted by developmental editor and book coach Savannah Gilbo, this show breaks down the fiction writing process into clear, actionable steps so you can finally make progress on your manuscript. Whether you're a first-time author or a seasoned writer looking to sharpen your skills, each episode offers insights on novel writing, story struct ...
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Get Caught UP Podcast

Untamed Publishing

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Welcome to the Get Caught UP Author Podcast. We bring you the best in author interviews, book discussions, narrator of the month features, writing tips, and the latest tea in the literary industry! New episodes for #WriterWednesdays airs on Wednesdays at 1 pm EST weekly and Author Interviews, Book Discussions, and Narrator features air on Wednesday nights at 9 pm EST. Hosted by Untamed and Crystal
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Brave New Bookshelf

Steph Pajonas and Danica Favorite

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Are you intrigued by the fusion of technology and creativity? Does the potential of AI in reshaping the narrative of storytelling fascinate you? Then Brave New Bookshelf is just the podcast for you! Hosted by authors Steph Pajonas and Danica Favorite, each episode takes you on a journey through the dynamic intersection of AI and literature. From the way AI is revolutionizing the creative process of writing and publishing, to its ethical use in augmenting the human touch in storytelling, our ...
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Living The Next Chapter: Inspiring Conversations with Amazing Authors and Writers - Better Questions, Better Conversations, Better Connections Are you an avid reader or an aspiring writer seeking inspiration to embark on your own literary journey? Look no further! Welcome to "Living The Next Chapter," the podcast that celebrates the world of books and writing. Join us as we connect you with captivating authors who have mastered the art of storytelling. Each episode promises an enlightening c ...
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The Confident Fiction Author

Sarah Elisabeth Sawyer

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Hey there my fellow author, I’m Sarah Elisabeth Sawyer, an old soul kind of writer living my dream as a full-time author and authorprenuer. But I didn’t start out living a confident creative lifestyle. I struggled with the fears and the mental and emotional barriers that so often plague writers at all stages of their author career. But the truth is that, with the right knowledge, tools, and training, you can overcome those barriers. I’m here to teach you how I’ve developed a lifestyle that’s ...
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My Life Now

Buscher's SMM

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My Life Now is a half-hour podcast show which regularly features reviews of NEW RELEASES and all-time classics of both traditionally published and self-published books. Tune in for special guest interviews and of course, helpful tips to not only write your next book but also to help market it. My Life Now is most often referred to as a great way for authors to get quality exposure and avid readers to discover their next read! Without further delay, here’s another stimulating episode of My Li ...
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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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BookSpeak Network

BookSpeak Network

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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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Listen to Confessions of a Debut Novelist, hosted by author Chloe Timms, to hear from new and up-and-coming writers about their debut novel. We talk writing journeys, tips and advice and what it's like to be new to the world of publishing. Each episode features a writer about to have their debut novel published, covering adult, YA and children's in a range of genres. We'll hear about rejections and setbacks, how writers signed with their agent and whether their book deal was with an indie pu ...
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Heart of the Story

Nadine Kenney Johnstone

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Author and holistic writing coach Nadine Kenney Johnstone shares interviews with today's top women writers about how to navigate life when things don't go according to plan. Guests include Maggie Smith, Molly Wizenberg, Abigail Thomas, Dr. Hillary McBride, Emily P. Freeman, Laura Tremaine, Sari Botton, Francesca Royster, Susan Piver, Jane Friedman, Mae Yoshikawa, and more. Nadine also shares her own stories of healing, hope, and following her heart.
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If you are a Black, Indigenous, Latinx, Asian American, or any other Writer of Color, and you're looking for your own personal writing coach - to help you stay motivated to write that book, get it published and promoted - then this is the podcast for you. Award-winning author, educator, and creative writing coach, Lori L. Tharps ( ”Hair Story,” ”Kinky Gazpacho,” and ”Substitute Me”) knows how hard it is to stay committed to your writing projects - whether you’re working on that debut novel, ...
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Story Magic

Golden May

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Hey fiction writer! Want your readers to stay up until 2am, so engrossed in your story they just can’t put it down? Want to build a successful, fulfilling, and sustainable writing life that works for YOU? Story Magic is the place for you. Every week, professional book coaches and editors Emily and Rachel from Golden May dive into writing craft, community, and mindset tips, tricks, and advice so you can write and publish books you’re damn proud of, again and again. We cover craft topics like ...
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Modern Law Library

Legal Talk Network

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Listen to the ABA Journal Podcast for analysis and discussion of the latest legal issues and trends the first Monday of each month. Also hear discussions with authors for The Modern Law Library books podcast series.
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As seen in The New York Times, on NPR, and the TODAY Show, Man of the Year is the #1 friendship podcast in the country! Comedians and friendship experts Matt Ritter and Aaron Karo will help you make new friends, reconnect with old ones, and build lifelong social fitness. Each November they award a gigantic Man of the Year trophy to one of their childhood friends – a tradition that has kept their crew going strong since the '80s. But the country is facing a friendship recession – 15% of men r ...
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The AuthorU-Your Guide to Book Publishing podcast is ranked by Feedspot in the TOP 10 podcasts for Book Marketing and in the Top 100 in Author-Publishing Careers by Goodpods. If you want to write and publish a book ... if you want to know the latest in book marketing strategies ... if you want to know what tools an author should be using ... and if you want to be successful as an author, Author YOU - Your Guide to Book Publishing with Dr. Judith Briles ... Everything You Want to Know But Did ...
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Game Changers was designed BY government contractors FOR government contractors. The focus of every episode is to give listeners a new tip, trick, or strategy that will help them find and win more contracts. Each episode features Subject Matter Experts (SME), companies that are successfully winning contracts, or nationally recognized professional speakers and authors. The show is hosted by government experts Michael LeJeune from Federal Access and Joshua Frank from RSM Federal. Their award-w ...
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Jon Acuff is the New York Times bestselling author of ten books, including his most recent, All it Takes is a Goal. Published in dozens of languages, his work is both critically acclaimed and adored by readers. When he's not writing, Acuff can be found on a stage, as one of INC's Top 100 Leadership Speakers. He's spoken to hundreds of thousands of people at conferences, colleges and companies around the world including FedEx, Range Rover, Microsoft, Chick-fil-A, and Comedy Central. Known for ...
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The Sage Sayers

Debbi Gardiner McCullough

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A weekly podcast on ways to stay calm and compel others as you communicate. Along with executive communications tips and strategies, we interview intriguing individuals who've found the "Sage approach" by finding gifts, opportunities, and knowledge within trying situations. New Zealander show host, Debbi Gardiner McCullough, has written on social and business trends and struggles for the Economist, the Guardian, and Financial Times of London. She's a self-retired college professor of writing ...
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The AuthorU-Your Guide to Book Publishing podcast is ranked by Feedspot in the TOP 10 podcasts for Book Marketing and in the Top 100 in Author-Publishing Careers by Goodpods. If you want to write and publish a book ... if you want to know the latest in book marketing strategies ... if you want to know what tools an author should be using ... and if you want to be successful as an author, Author YOU - Your Guide to Book Publishing with Dr. Judith Briles ... Everything You Want to Know But Did ...
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Writer's Block? Rejection? Impostor Syndrome? Writing is full of ups and downs, but we can still find plenty of joy on this creative journey! Bestselling author Marissa Meyer interviews writers and industry professionals about books, craft, and publishing, to find out how we can all bring more joy to our writing process and career.
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Writers Radio

The Writers Radio Contributors

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Writers Radio Podcasts...…discuss and present recent work being created by talented people, special events and all things writerly; an audio space where the inner world meets the outer. Writers Radio producers capture guest writers, interview authors and present them reading their work. A podcast episode is available after being broadcast. Episodes broadcast on Writers Radio at the beginning of each hour and continue for two weeks. Then that is replaced with a new one and the previous episod ...
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Distraction Pieces with Scroobius Pip is one of the UK's biggest and longest running independent podcasts. Previous guests include Michael Fassbender, Mary J Blige, Stephen Graham, Florence Pugh, Spike Lee, Lena Headey, Stewart Lee, Kathy Burke, Dizzee Rascal, Aisling Bea, Kano, Adam Buxton, Vicky McClure, Peter Capaldi, Michaela Coel, Louis Theroux, Tim Key and many more. Available on acast, iTunes and all podplaces. Download, subscribe, rate & review now! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/pri ...
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The Written in Melanin Podcast is the space where you come for your weekly dose of melanated creativity. Hosted by C. M. Lockhart, an author of fantasy books featuring Black girls who aren't all that nice, and the owner of the Melanin Library, this podcast is a glimpse into the journey of Black authors. New episodes are released every other Wednesday! Purchase her latest book from her website https://CMLockhart.com 🤎
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New York Times and internationally bestselling author Amie Kaufman answers one question each week about writing craft. Full of practical tips and an exercise each week, this is a show for writers, for readers who want a backstage look at how their favourite authors craft their stories, or for creative writing classrooms.
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Welcome to Alchemy for Authors! If you're an author, aspiring author, writer or wordsmith, you're in the right place. Join Gothic and Ghost Fiction author Jo Buer as she explores best practices for supercharging writing lives and author careers. With an emphasis on manifestation and mindset, you'll learn actionable steps to overcome writer's block and imposter syndrome, get your butt in the chair and your stories written, while setting aside your 'starving artist' mentality, and so much more ...
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Meet the Author

Meet the Author, Fairfax Network, Fairfax County Public Schools

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Meet the Author gives students direct access to authors who share their personal stories, offer writing tips, and encourage students to “keep reading, keep writing, keep dreaming.” During the live webcasts, authors describe their writing process, character development, and ways to build a plot. Students ask questions and authors respond with inspiring and lively commentary. Nominated for several Emmy Awards & winner of numerous Telly Awards, Meet the Author brings the process of reading and ...
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The Author's Leverage

Parchelle Tashi

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The Author's Leverage is the go-to resource for authors wanting to make bigger impact and income with their book. Whether you're an author who's new to the scene, or you've written several bestsellers, we all want the same thing. To authentically express ourselves, and get into as many readers hands as possible. We dive into the minds of successful authors and experts in the industry to glean actionable tips that can be immediately implemented into your book writing, launch, and marketing st ...
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Welcome to The Brit Lit Book Club, where we explore the stories behind the stories. Host Vanessa, founder of The Book Club Tour, takes you on literary adventures through Britain's greatest works—from Shakespeare and Austen to Dickens and the Brontës. What to Expect: Each episode dives deep into a classic British author or work, going far beyond the plot summaries you learned in school. We'll uncover how these authors challenged their societies, examine the historical forces that shaped their ...
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The Author Inside You

Matt & Leah Rafferty

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Over 80% of Americans want to write a book, yet less than one percent ever succeed. Why is that? People often believe the task is too daunting, or they put off getting started. Well, we are here to tell you that it can be done! We will show you how to write, publish, and promote your new book! Each episode is an interview with a newly published author who shares their tips and suggestions on how you can publish the book of your dreams. If this podcast is not what you are seeking, please shar ...
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The Writing Gym podcast is a writer's go-to source for quality information about how to finish, publish, and market writing in all genres. Not only does it give you the implementable steps you need, it's fun. No snorefest here. You'll laugh at the Quirk O' the week and enjoy hard-hitting advice from top agents, best-selling authors, and publishers. Visit iTunes or www.writing-gym.com/podcast to hear these guests and more: --Top NYC literary agent Eric Reuben. He's represented dozens of best- ...
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Hey there, fellow writers! Are you ready to join a community of creative writers from all over the world? Then look no further than Write Club Open Mic, the podcast series that’s all about showcasing new writing and helping each other to grow. Hosted by multi-award-winning poet, teacher, author, and rap battler, Mark Grist, and recorded at Backland Studios in Oundle by Chris Barn. Each month we’ll share helpful tips and ideas to improve your writing alongside new work from writers around the ...
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Mark Dawson is a best selling self-published author on multiple platforms including Amazon and Kobo. He is the author of the John Milton thriller series and its spin-off Beatrix Rose. In addition, he's written several 'Soho Noir' novels. Mark's breakthrough came when he developed a marketing strategy for promoting and selling his books. His swift success enabled him to quit his 9 to 5 job and he has generated gross revenues of more than a million dollars in less than five years. Mark has bec ...
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Tim Reid (AKA Timbo) interviews the most innovative founders in the world of small business. In this award winning podcast business owners share where their original business idea came from, how they got it to market and the strategies they used that led to their business’s unprecedented growth. Tim Reid's curiosity for what makes business owners tick and his passion for small business success means that every episode is chock full of marketing gold that will help you build that beautiful bu ...
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What if your book could change lives—and it didn’t have to take years to write? Welcome to Write the Book Inside You, the podcast for writers, coaches, and conscious entrepreneurs ready to craft a powerful nonfiction book—faster, easier, and more intuitively—with the help of AI. Hosted by Caryl Westmore, bestselling author, journalist, and pioneering AI Book Coach & writer-for-hire, this show blends soul and strategy to help you create transformational content—whether you're writing it yours ...
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A WRITER'S LIFE

Heige S. Boehm

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A Writer’s Life with Heige S. Boehm, author of Secrets in the Shadows (Ronsdale Press, 2019), features insightful conversations with writers. In each episode, we explore life behind the pen, delving into the creative processes, challenges, and joys that shape their work, as well as discussing their latest books. Perfect for readers looking to discover new writers or learn more about their favourite authors—and you just might pick up some great writing tips along the way. Whether you're an as ...
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A fantasy writing advice podcast, hosted by Jed Herne, Rob J. Hayes, Michael R. Fletcher, and Dyrk Ashton. Past guests include: Will Wight, Anthony Ryan, John Gwynne, Adrian Tchaikovsky, Anna Smith Spark, Gareth Hanrahan, Brian Staveley, R. J. Barker, and more. Each episode, we discuss a topic related to writing, editing, publishing, or marketing. With over 30 books published by our hosts - through traditional and self-published routes - you're bound to find new insights. Or at least hear so ...
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Wow, a podcast for the every day writer? Yes! Here we have conversations and talk about what makes us tick as writers and what scares the heck out of us. Come join the Legion of Writers hosts L.E. Perez and Gladys Perez as we check out some writing tips, tricks and strategies while tackling some of the obstacles that face us all, like Imposter Syndrome. Not only will we hear from a varied array of authors and creators about how they make this thing called Writing and Creating, work, we will ...
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Books Chharming is a podcast that celebrates the love of literature. Join us as we explore the vast world of books, discuss our favorite new releases, and provide insights into the publishing industry. From interviews with authors and publishers to in-depth book reviews and discussions, we have something for every book lover. Whether you're a seasoned bookworm or just getting started, tune in for engaging conversations and thoughtful insights that will inspire you to dive deeper into the wor ...
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Unlock the secrets to getting effective feedback from beta readers in this insightful episode designed for both new and experienced authors. I break down what questions to ask so you can level up your storytelling with confidence. Learn how to find the right beta readers, set clear expectations, and create feedback forms that help you collect meani…
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emocleW, emocleW, emocleW to the Distraction Pieces Podcast with Scroobius Pip! This is your bonus FRIDAY REWIND episode! Today, we catch up with Jordan Gray, originally episode 57 from 2015-09-09. Jordan's been a long term friend (and Tall Dark Friend) of the podcast and Pip for many years, and seeing their development in not only career but perso…
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In this episode, we welcome Russell Nohelty to explore how authors can leverage AI for empowerment, not replacement. Russell shares insights into his innovative "Russell Bot" from Hapitalist, designed to provide personalized support, and his work with Plot Drive, a writing software that helps authors break through creative blocks. Visit our website…
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Dickens and His Illustrators: The Artists Who Drew Victorian Christmas Ever wonder who first gave visual form to Scrooge, the Ghost of Christmas Present, and Fezziwig's famous ball? Discover the fascinating world of Victorian book illustration and the artists who shaped how we visualize Dickens's most beloved stories. In this episode of The Brit Li…
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December 8th marks the 45th anniversary of John Lennon's death in 1980. In this special rebroadcast of Modern Law Library, we're looking back at how his immigration helped expose corruption within the Nixon administration and rewrote the immigration process. His attorney, Leon Wildes, sat down with Lee Rawles and his son Michael Wildes to discuss w…
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EPISODE 643 - Mitchell Levy - Executive Abundance Through Clarity & Credibility, LinkedIn Basics for Authors and Creatives Global Credibility Expert Mitchell Levy is a 2x TEDx speaker (including the 28th most popular in 2021), an international bestselling author of over 60 books, a Certified Stakeholder Centered Coach, and an executive coach at Mar…
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In this week’s AuthorU-Your Guide to Book Publishing, Host Dr. Judith Briles opens the door to the #1 way to sell mega cases of your book at full price with immediate payment and not returns. It was the fourth greatest number of downloads of the AuthorU-Your guide to Book Publishing podcast. You will get plenty of tips and strategies to get started…
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Welcome, welcome, welcome to the Distraction Pieces Podcast with Scroobius Pip! This week Pip is joined by show pal, comic and podcaster BILAL ZAFAR! A return mission for Bilal who is always welcome aboard, and a lovely chance for anyone less acquainted to become fast friends. Bilal's carving out a really special and unique path in comedy, mixing t…
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In this week’s AuthorU-Your Guide to Book Publishing, Host Dr. Judith Briles opens the door to the #1 way to sell mega cases of your book at full price with immediate payment and not returns. It was the fourth greatest number of downloads of the AuthorU-Your guide to Book Publishing podcast. You will get plenty of tips and strategies to get started…
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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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When your friends hang out without you, the sting of FOMO hits hard. Karo and Matt dig into why it feels so personal and what it really says about your relationships. And when you’re the one who plans something and has to leave people out, we unpack the guilt and how to handle both sides with clarity and kindness. Check out our new Audible Original…
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Discover the mindset shifts to break out of analysis paralysis, choose progress over perfection, and build your novel layer by layer until it's complete. Feeling stuck writing your novel? You're not alone. Most writers think they're struggling because they don't have enough time, talent, or discipline. But more often than not, the real issue is act…
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Dennis Hensley was the very first real writer I ever knew—back when getting a book published felt like spotting a unicorn in 1990s LA. His debut novel Misadventures in the (213) came out in 1998, and I thought it was the coolest thing imaginable. Years later, we'd find ourselves sweating through Ben Allen's dance classes together, proving that crea…
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EPISODE 642 - Ryan Null - The Flare Chronicles - Into the Blaze and Into the Shadows, Marketing Your Book, Giving Back and Pizza About the author Ryan Null, an American author, is a great father to his children and a loving husband to his wife. He began his writing journey in 8th grade, inspired by his love for reading and a teacher’s challenge. Ba…
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On episode 69, which is our final guest interview for the Your Famous Author Era season, my guest is Jen dePaula, a veteran in the book marketing space who is going to share her tips and strategies for long-term book marketing success that does not require selling your soul to the social media algorithms. Jenn is a marketing and social media expert…
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I love this time of year—Thanksgiving, Christmas, New Year’s Eve; all the lights and cozy gatherings. But, being honest: for many of us, the holidays can also feel rushed and heavy with shoulds—including the one that whispers, “You should be writing.” In this week’s episode of The Confident Fiction Author podcast, I make a simple case: give yoursel…
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In this episode, Beth Broom offers guidance to parents on how to talk to their kids about suffering Beth Broom is a licensed professional counselor supervisor (LPC-S) and certified clinical trauma professional, level 2 (CCTP-II). She is the executive director of Bridgehaven Counseling Associates, a nonprofit counseling practice in Raleigh, North Ca…
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Don't know what to get for that person who has it all? I've got you covered. This year's Try This Gift Guide features 11 items the Acuff house absolutely loved or made in 2025—from the card game that teaches you everything about a person (SkyJo) to the weighted backpack that's making me look ridiculously in shape (GoRuck), to the brand-new Soundtra…
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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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EPISODE 42 - Dr. Jenelle Kim - Myung Sung - The Korean Art of Living Meditation Myung Sung introduces the Korean art of living meditation as the way to achieve a life of balance and happiness. Using eight simple keys, listeners can enjoy all the calming, positive benefits of meditation in every minute of every day. You can experience calm mindfulne…
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EPISODE 489 - Author Darlene Campos Shares the Amazing Story of Holocaust Survivor Pete Philipps Hello! Hola! I'm Darlene P. Campos, an Ecuadorian-American author who is also a proud Houstonian. I earned my BA in English-Creative Writing with a Medicine and Society Studies minor from the University of Houston (Go Coogs!) and my MFA in Creative Writ…
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Episode 393 - Adam Nimoy - The Most Human, Reconciling with My Father, Leonard Nimoy Adam was born during the Eisenhower administration to Leonard and Sandra Zoberblatt Nimoy. He attended the University Elementary School, a “lab school” run by UCLA, where he was subjected to numerous psychological experiments. The experimentation continued at UC Be…
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EPISODE 641 - E K Wise - The Debilis Rising - Keepers of the Rock Book 1, magical realism and earthbound fantasy and M.A.S.H. E.K. Wise’s endless curiosity about cultural history and geology developed in her youth after living abroad and traveling internationally. She is enticed by multicultural cuisine and will sample almost any food once. When no…
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EPISODE 640 - R D Moreno - Zada 5 - Path of the One - A prophecy waits for Connor if he can survive long enough Retired communication executive after 41 years. Married for the second time to my loving wife of 30 years, with five grown kids between us, and fourteen grandchildren. Our family pets include two small dogs and a large macaw. We are now l…
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Charles Dickens & A Christmas Carol: Charles Dickens's Revolutionary Ghost Story Discover the untold story behind Charles Dickens's A Christmas Carol in this deep dive into Victorian literature's most influential work. More than just a holiday tale, A Christmas Carol was a radical political manifesto that changed how we celebrate Christmas and thin…
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Co-Founder of Female Mavericks, Advisor, Coach and Cheerleader to Solopreneurs Beth Mazza joined the Sage Sayers the week before Thanksgiving, and I'm so glad she joined our show. Our paths crossed from her intriguing LinkedIn post which highlighted that AI searches of images of female founders often yielded images of men. As a mother of three daug…
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Sandra M. Wentzel joins the My Life Now Podcast to share the heartwarming story behind her memoir, The Hen House: The Way We Were. Raised on Cedar Top Mountain in rural Pennsylvania during the 1950s and 60s, Sandra grew up in a home filled with love, sacrifice, and a kind of everyday kindness that is rare in our world today. Her parents, Wert and M…
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Stephanie Peterson is the author of the long-running Welcome to Keystone series, which brings readers to the Southern California town of the same name. Drawing on her adolescent experiences, as well as her years as a high school English teacher, Peterson chronicles the lives of the Lawrence and Riches families. In detailed and timely scenes, we lea…
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EPISODE 639 - Deepa Anappara - Djinn Patrol on the Purple Line, Letters to a Writer of Colour and The Last of Earth Deepa Anappara’s debut novel Djinn Patrol on the Purple Line was named as one of the best books of the year by The New York Times, The Washington Post, Time and NPR. It won the Edgar Award for Best Novel, was longlisted for the Women’…
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emocleW, emocleW, emocleW to the Distraction Pieces Podcast with Scroobius Pip! This is your bonus FRIDAY REWIND episode! Today, we catch up with Self Esteem, originally episode 455 from 2022-06-01. Original writeup below: A huge episode right here, spraypaint-style in content in that it contains so much more than the runtime might suggest. The mag…
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It's time to bring the elements of your ideas and draft together to create your manuscript for publishing. Judith Briles, The Book Shepherd and the author of 48 books, guides you through all the elements for putting your first or next book together in today’s AuthorU-Your Guide to Book Publishing podcast. She will be the solo voice for the Why, How…
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It's time to bring the elements of your ideas and draft together to create your manuscript for publishing. Judith Briles, The Book Shepherd and the author of 48 books, guides you through all the elements for putting your first or next book together in today’s AuthorU-Your Guide to Book Publishing podcast. She will be the solo voice for the Why, How…
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EPISODE 638 - Janet Skeslien Charles - Author of The Paris Library and Miss Morgan's Book Brigade comes a charming and cinematic multi-cast audiobook, The Parisian Chapter Janet Skeslien Charles is the New York Times, USA Today, and #1 international bestselling author of The Paris Library, Moonlight in Odessa, Miss Morgan's Book Brigade (called The…
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EPISODE 637 - Jann Alexander - Unspoken - Historic Texas during the Dirty Thirties and beyond About Jann Alexander I'm an author, photographer, and artist. My characters face down their fears, in novels that are as close-to-true as fiction can get. I specialize in time travel. Read Unspoken, my best-selling novel and the first in my Dust series tha…
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This week on the Author Your Brand Show, Doug Crowe sits down with Kathleen Lucente, founder and CEO of Red Fan Communications, to unpack what really happens when leaders face their toughest public moments. Drawing on experiences from 9/11 to global health crises and corporate upheavals, Kathleen explains how smart crisis communication can protect …
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Struggling to put words on the page during Novel November? You’re not alone. In this episode, I dive into practical, actionable strategies that I used for overcoming writer’s block and reigniting my creative flow. Whether you’re drafting your first novel or pushing through the middle slump, these tips will help you stay inspired, motivated, and con…
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Today, we are pleased to share an audio essay written and read by Rosaria Butterfield entitled "Unpacking 'Love Is Love'." Rosaria Butterfield is an author, pastor’s wife, homeschool mom, and former professor of English and women’s studies at Syracuse University. She is the author of 'Five Lies of Our Anti-Christian Age' from Crossway. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Read…
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Welcome, welcome, welcome to the Distraction Pieces Podcast with Scroobius Pip! This week Pip is joined by the fabulous actor BEN FOSTER! Ben's been making a huge amount of power moves out there on the big screen, and carries an unmistakeable presence which makes each role totally unique. Whether you started off on the marvelous Hell Or High Water,…
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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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EPISODE 636 - Gil Merrick - Haunted Victory, Come September, Olympics and Horses Born in Shaker Heights, Ohio, Gil Merrick attended Hiram College, earning a BA in International Finance and German. Upon completing his MBA at Cleveland State University, he began a forty-year career managing companies throughout the U.S., Europe, and Asia. An avid hor…
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Matt and Karo head home to celebrate the 22nd year of the greatest friendship ritual on Earth: the Man of the Year dinner at Peter Luger Steakhouse. A crew of friends from second grade, one annual winner, and a trophy etched with names for life. At its core, it’s about how tradition anchors friendship and removes the guesswork. That’s why we’re suc…
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Discover five practical line editing strategies that sharpen your prose, strengthen emotional clarity, and make each sentence more purposeful on the page. Line editing can feel intimidating, especially if you're not sure where to begin or how to make meaningful improvements at the sentence level. And if you've ever tried refining lines before your …
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In this episode of Game Changers for Government Contractors, Michael LeJeune speaks with Alexa Tsui about the industry shift from traditional business development and capture toward disciplined go-to-market (GTM) strategies. Alexa explains why top tech entrants (Palantir, OpenAI, etc.) hire “go-to-market” leaders, not old-school BD roles, and why G…
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EPISODE 635 - Deb Coviello - The CEO’s Compass - Your Guide to Get Back on Track This episode features Deb Coviello, author of The CEO’s Compass: Your Guide to Get Back on Track, who shares her inspiring journey of rediscovering her creative voice and becoming a published author and sought-after speaker. Based in Cincinnati, Ohio, Deb reflects on o…
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THE DOORS TO THE REED, WRITE, & CREATE SANCTUARY ARE OFFICIALLY OPEN: NOV. 21 - 28, 2025. GET ON THE LIST TO GET AN APPLICATION. On episode 68, get ready to go behind the scenes of the world of book influencing. My guest is one of my favorite BIPOC book influencers, Jananie K. Velu, YouTube star and literary tastemaker. I invited Jananie on the sho…
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