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Welcome to Read It With Whiskey, an interview podcast highlighting self-published authors. The purpose behind this podcast is to help authors grow their audience, while also introducing readers to their new favorite author. This podcast is raw and unedited, and includes exclusive information from the authors about their books; including behind the scenes character, plot line, and setting inspiration stories. Let's get to know the person behind the page. Sit back, sip some whiskey, and lean in to these self-published authors!

Laura Juntunen

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    • Jul 18, 2023 LATEST EPISODE
    • every other week NEW EPISODES
    • 28m AVG DURATION
    • 105 EPISODES


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    Latest episodes from Read It With Whiskey

    115: Threads & The TITLE REVEAL for The Shockwave Prequel Novella

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 18, 2023 17:20


    Welcome to Work In Progress: The Laura Jay Live Podcast. This is where I document my evolution from hobby writer to career author. It might take a year or two, or my entire life to get there. However long it takes, I'm bringing you along for the ride. This is episode #115, recorded in July 2023. All W.I.P. and Author-Annotated Episodes are only available to subscribers via the audio podcast. To subscribe to the show and gain access to these exclusive episodes, please go to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thelaurajaylivepodcast/subscribe⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ To receive episode release notifications and updates, subscribe to my newsletter at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.laurajaylive.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Quixotic Belle Media, Episodic Audiobook Podcast Production: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.quixoticbellemedia.com --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thelaurajaylivepodcast/message

    109: My Year-Long Amazon Kindle Challenge Wrap-Up

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 11, 2023 50:13


    Welcome to Work In Progress: The Laura Jay Live Podcast. This is where I document my evolution from hobby writer to career author. It might take a year or two, or my entire life to get there. However long it takes, I'm bringing you along for the ride. This is episode #109, recorded in July 2023. Show Notes: https://laurajaylive.com/2023/07/11/109/ All W.I.P. and Author-Annotated Episodes are only available to subscribers via the audio podcast. To subscribe to the show and gain access to these exclusive episodes, please go to ⁠⁠⁠https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thelaurajaylivepodcast/subscribe⁠⁠ To receive episode release notifications and updates, subscribe to my newsletter at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.laurajaylive.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Quixotic Belle Media, Episodic Audiobook Podcast Production: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.quixoticbellemedia.com --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thelaurajaylivepodcast/message

    105: July Camp NaNo / Invitation to Become a Subscriber

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 4, 2023 6:10


    Welcome to Work In Progress: The Laura Jay Live Podcast. This is where I document my evolution from hobby writer to career author. It might take a year or two, or my entire life to get there. However long it takes, I'm bringing you along for the ride. This is episode #105, recorded in July 2023. Show Notes: https://laurajaylive.com/2023/07/04/105/ All W.I.P. and Author-Annotated Episodes are only available to subscribers via the audio podcast. To subscribe to the show and gain access to these exclusive episodes, please go to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thelaurajaylivepodcast/subscribe⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ To receive episode release notifications and updates, subscribe to my newsletter at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.laurajaylive.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Quixotic Belle Media, Episodic Audiobook Podcast Production: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.quixoticbellemedia.com --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thelaurajaylivepodcast/message

    101: May 2023 B.I.R.

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 27, 2023 28:23


    Welcome to Work In Progress: The Laura Jay Live Podcast. This is where I document my evolution from hobby writer to career author. It might take a year or two, or my entire life to get there. However long it takes, I'm bringing you along for the ride. This is episode #101, recorded on June 22, 2023. Show Notes: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://laurajaylive.com/2023/06/22/101/⁠ This is a W.I.P. episode. All W.I.P. and Author-Annotated Episodes are only available to subscribers via the audio podcast. To subscribe to the show and gain access to these exclusive episodes, please go to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thelaurajaylivepodcast/subscribe⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ To receive episode release notifications and updates, subscribe to my newsletter at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.laurajaylive.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Quixotic Belle Media, Episodic Audiobook Podcast Production: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.quixoticbellemedia.c --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thelaurajaylivepodcast/message

    100: After 100 Episodes, It's Time For a Break

    Play Episode Listen Later May 17, 2023 5:07


    Welcome to Work In Progress: The Laura Jay Live Podcast. This is where I document my evolution from hobby writer to career author. It might take a year or two, or my entire life to get there. However long it takes, I'm bringing you along for the ride. This is episode #097, recorded on May 10, 2023. Show Notes: https://laurajaylive.com/2023/05/17/100/ All W.I.P. and Author-Annotated Episodes are only available to subscribers via the audio podcast. To subscribe to the show and gain access to these exclusive episodes, please go to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thelaurajaylivepodcast/subscribe⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ To receive episode release notifications and updates, subscribe to my newsletter at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.laurajaylive.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Quixotic Belle Media, Episodic Audiobook Podcast Production: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.quixoticbellemedia.com --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thelaurajaylivepodcast/message

    099: Silent Book Clubs

    Play Episode Listen Later May 17, 2023 23:46


    Welcome to Work In Progress: The Laura Jay Live Podcast. This is where I document my evolution from hobby writer to career author. It might take a year or two, or my entire life to get there. However long it takes, I'm bringing you along for the ride. This is episode #097, recorded on May 10, 2023. Show Notes: https://laurajaylive.com/2023/05/17/099/ All W.I.P. and Author-Annotated Episodes are only available to subscribers via the audio podcast. To subscribe to the show and gain access to these exclusive episodes, please go to ⁠⁠⁠https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thelaurajaylivepodcast/subscribe⁠⁠ To receive episode release notifications and updates, subscribe to my newsletter at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.laurajaylive.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Quixotic Belle Media, Episodic Audiobook Podcast Production: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.quixoticbellemedia.com --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thelaurajaylivepodcast/message

    097: April 2023 B.I.R.

    Play Episode Listen Later May 10, 2023 31:02


    Welcome to Work In Progress: The Laura Jay Live Podcast. This is where I document my evolution from hobby writer to career author. It might take a year or two, or my entire life to get there. However long it takes, I'm bringing you along for the ride. This is episode #097, recorded on May 3, 2023. Show Notes: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://laurajaylive.com/2023/05/10/097/ This is a W.I.P. episode. All W.I.P. and Author-Annotated Episodes are only available to subscribers via the audio podcast. To subscribe to the show and gain access to these exclusive episodes, please go to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thelaurajaylivepodcast/subscribe⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ To receive episode release notifications and updates, subscribe to my newsletter at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.laurajaylive.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Quixotic Belle Media, Episodic Audiobook Podcast Production: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.quixoticbellemedia.com --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thelaurajaylivepodcast/message

    095: A New Opportunity

    Play Episode Listen Later May 3, 2023 19:34


    Welcome to Work In Progress: The Laura Jay Live Podcast. This is where I document my evolution from hobby writer to career author. It might take a year or two, or my entire life to get there. However long it takes, I'm bringing you along for the ride. This is episode #095, recorded on April 26, 2023. Show Notes: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://laurajaylive.com/2023/05/03/095/⁠ All W.I.P. and Author-Annotated Episodes are only available to subscribers via the audio podcast. To subscribe to the show and gain access to these exclusive episodes, please go to ⁠⁠https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thelaurajaylivepodcast/subscribe⁠⁠ To receive episode release notifications and updates, subscribe to my newsletter at ⁠⁠https://www.laurajaylive.com⁠⁠ Listen on YouTube: ⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCPe9REBmH7B6iN0zbYW4RPw⁠⁠ Quixotic Belle Media, Episodic Audiobook Podcast Production: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.quixoticbellemedia.com --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thelaurajaylivepodcast/message

    093: RIWW Re-Release on YouTube

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 26, 2023 18:27


    Welcome to Work In Progress: The Laura Jay Live Podcast. This is where I document my evolution from hobby writer to career author. It might take a year or two, or my entire life to get there. However long it takes, I'm bringing you along for the ride. This is episode #093, recorded on April 19, 2023. Show Notes: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://laurajaylive.com/2023/04/26/093/⁠ All W.I.P. and Author-Annotated Episodes are only available to subscribers via the audio podcast. To subscribe to the show and gain access to these exclusive episodes, please go to ⁠https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thelaurajaylivepodcast/subscribe⁠ To receive episode release notifications and updates, subscribe to my newsletter at ⁠https://www.laurajaylive.com⁠ Listen on YouTube: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCPe9REBmH7B6iN0zbYW4RPw⁠ Quixotic Belle Media, Episodic Audiobook Podcast Production: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.quixoticbellemedia.com --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thelaurajaylivepodcast/message

    091: Audiobook + TikTok Talk

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 19, 2023 26:57


    Welcome to Work In Progress: The Laura Jay Live Podcast. This is where I document my evolution from hobby writer to career author. It might take a year or two, or my entire life to get there. However long it takes, I'm bringing you along for the ride. This is episode #091, recorded on April 12, 2023. Show Notes: ⁠⁠⁠https://laurajaylive.com/2023/04/19/091/ All W.I.P. and Author-Annotated Episodes are only available to subscribers via the audio podcast. To subscribe to the show and gain access to these exclusive episodes, please go to https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thelaurajaylivepodcast/subscribe To receive episode release notifications and updates, subscribe to my newsletter at https://www.laurajaylive.com Listen on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCPe9REBmH7B6iN0zbYW4RPw Quixotic Belle Media, Episodic Audiobook Podcast Production: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.quixoticbellemedia.com --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thelaurajaylivepodcast/message

    089: Organizing My Audiobook Release + YouTube Channel Info.

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 12, 2023 15:35


    Welcome to Work In Progress: The Laura Jay Live Podcast. This is where I document my evolution from hobby writer to career author. It might take a year or two, or my entire life to get there. However long it takes, I'm bringing you along for the ride. This is episode #89, recorded on April 5, 2023. Show Notes: https://laurajaylive.com/2023/04/12/089/ All W.I.P. and Author-Annotated Episodes are only available to subscribers via the audio podcast. To subscribe to the show and gain access to these exclusive episodes, please go to ⁠⁠⁠https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thelaurajaylivepodcast/subscribe⁠⁠⁠ To receive episode release notifications and updates, subscribe to my newsletter at ⁠⁠https://www.laurajaylive.com⁠⁠ Listen on YouTube: ⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCPe9REBmH7B6iN0zbYW4RPw⁠⁠ Quixotic Belle Media, Episodic Audiobook Podcast Production: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.quixoticbellemedia.com --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thelaurajaylivepodcast/message

    087: Update + Re-Vamping a Few Things

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 12, 2023 15:02


    Welcome to Work In Progress: The Laura Jay Live Podcast. This is where I document my evolution from hobby writer to career author. It might take a year or two, or my entire life to get there. However long it takes, I'm bringing you along for the ride. This is episode #87, recorded on April 1, 2023. Show Notes: https://laurajaylive.com/2023/04/12/087/ All W.I.P. and Author-Annotated Episodes are only available to subscribers via the audio podcast. To subscribe to the show and gain access to these exclusive episodes, please go to ⁠⁠https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thelaurajaylivepodcast/subscribe⁠⁠ To receive episode release notifications and updates, subscribe to my newsletter at ⁠https://www.laurajaylive.com⁠ Listen on YouTube: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCPe9REBmH7B6iN0zbYW4RPw⁠ Quixotic Belle Media, Episodic Audiobook Podcast Production: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.quixoticbellemedia.com --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thelaurajaylivepodcast/message

    086: The Only FREE W.I.P. Episode

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 12, 2023 12:19


    Welcome to Work In Progress: The Laura Jay Live Podcast. This is where I document my evolution from hobby writer to career author. It might take a year or two, or my entire life to get there. However long it takes, I'm bringing you along for the ride. This is episode #86, recorded on March 25, 2023. This is the first W.I.P. episode, and the only FREE W.I.P. episode we will be having on Work In Progress. All W.I.P. and Author-Annotated Episodes are only available to subscribers via the audio podcast. To subscribe to the show and gain access to these exclusive episodes, please go to ⁠⁠https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thelaurajaylivepodcast/subscribe⁠⁠ To receive episode release notifications and updates, subscribe to my newsletter at ⁠https://www.laurajaylive.com⁠ Quixotic Belle Media, Episodic Audiobook Podcast Production: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.quixoticbellemedia.com --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thelaurajaylivepodcast/message

    085: I Joined a Book Club + My Big Goals

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 12, 2023 14:55


    Welcome to Work In Progress: The Laura Jay Live Podcast. This is where I document my evolution from hobby writer to career author. It might take a year or two, or my entire life to get there. However long it takes, I'm bringing you along for the ride. This is episode #85, recorded on March 25, 2023. Show Notes: https://laurajaylive.com/2023/04/12/085/ All W.I.P. and Author-Annotated Episodes are only available to subscribers via the audio podcast. To subscribe to the show and gain access to these exclusive episodes, please go to ⁠https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thelaurajaylivepodcast/subscribe⁠ To receive episode release notifications and updates, subscribe to my newsletter at ⁠https://www.laurajaylive.com⁠ Listen on YouTube: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCPe9REBmH7B6iN0zbYW4RPw⁠ Quixotic Belle Media, Episodic Audiobook Podcast Production: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.quixoticbellemedia.com --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thelaurajaylivepodcast/message

    084: Let Me Re-Introduce Myself

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 12, 2023 11:54


    Welcome to Work In Progress: The Laura Jay Live Podcast. This is where I document my evolution from hobby writer to career author. It might take a year or two, or my entire life to get there. However long it takes, I'm bringing you along for the ride. This is episode #84, recorded on March 25, 2023. Show Notes: ⁠⁠⁠https://laurajaylive.com/2023/04/12/084/ All W.I.P. and Author-Annotated Episodes are only available to subscribers via the audio podcast. To subscribe to the show and gain access to these exclusive episodes, please go to https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thelaurajaylivepodcast/subscribe To receive episode release notifications and updates, subscribe to my newsletter at https://www.laurajaylive.com Listen on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCPe9REBmH7B6iN0zbYW4RPw Quixotic Belle Media, Episodic Audiobook Podcast Production: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.quixoticbellemedia.com --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thelaurajaylivepodcast/message

    083: Farewell & Hello

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 11, 2023 7:08


    In this week's episode, we're saying goodbye to Read It With Whiskey...and Hello to Work In Progress: The Laura Jay Live Podcast! I've decided to pivot the show to mirror my business goals and aspirations. Listen to the episode to hear the details! Show Notes: ⁠⁠⁠https://laurajaylive.com/2023/04/11/farewell-and-hello/ All W.I.P. and Author-Annotated Episodes are only available to subscribers via the audio podcast. To subscribe to the show and gain access to these exclusive episodes, please go to https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thelaurajaylivepodcast/subscribe To receive episode release notifications and updates, subscribe to my newsletter at https://www.laurajaylive.com Listen on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCPe9REBmH7B6iN0zbYW4RPw Quixotic Belle Media, Episodic Audiobook Podcast Production: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.quixoticbellemedia.com --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thelaurajaylivepodcast/message

    RIWW: Laura Detering, The Witch In The Envelope

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 4, 2023 45:09


    In this episode, Laura interviews Laura Detering, the author of The Witch In The Envelope, a YA fantasy novel. Show Notes: ⁠https://www.laurajaylive.com/2023/04/04/laura-detering/⁠ Quixotic Belle Media, Audiobook Podcast Production: ⁠https://www.quixoticbellemedia.com --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thelaurajaylivepodcast/message

    RIWW: Chloe Hodge, The Cursed And The Broken

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 28, 2023 25:58


    In this episode, Laura interviews Chloe Hodge, the author of The Cursed And The Broken, a dark fantasy novel. Show Notes: https://www.laurajaylive.com/2023/03/28/chloe-hodge/ Quixotic Belle Media, Audiobook Podcast Production: https://www.quixoticbellemedia.com --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thelaurajaylivepodcast/message

    RIWW: Caitlin Denman, She Awakens

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 21, 2023 30:32


    In this episode, Laura interviews Caitlin Denman, the author of She Awakens, a fantasy novel. Show Notes: https://www.laurajaylive.com/2023/03/21/caitlin-denman/ Quixotic Belle Media, Audiobook Podcast Production: https://www.quixoticbellemedia.com --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thelaurajaylivepodcast/message

    RIWW: Candace Kade, Enhanced

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 14, 2023 32:09


    In this episode, Laura interviews Candace Kade, the author of Enhanced, a dystopian sci-fi novel. Show Notes: https://www.laurajaylive.com/2023/03/14/candace-kade/ Quixotic Belle Media, Audiobook Podcast Production: https://www.quixoticbellemedia.com --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thelaurajaylivepodcast/message

    RIWW: A.E. Kincaid; The Demon, The Hero, And The City Of Seven

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 7, 2023 28:30


    In this episode, Laura interviews A.E. Kincaid, the author of The Demon, The Hero, and The City of Seven, a humourous fantasy novel. Show Notes: https://www.laurajaylive.com/2023/03/07/a-e-kincaid/ Quixotic Belle Media, Audiobook Podcast Production: https://www.quixoticbellemedia.com --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thelaurajaylivepodcast/message

    RIWW: Wendii McIver, Relic and Ruin

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 28, 2023 25:22


    In this episode, Laura interviews Wendii McIver, the author of Relic and Ruin, a dark paranormal fantasy novel. Show Notes: https://www.laurajaylive.com/2023/02/28/wendii-mciver/ Quixotic Belle Media, Audiobook Podcast Production: https://www.quixoticbellemedia.com --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thelaurajaylivepodcast/message

    RIWW: Aline P. Mora, Among Shadows

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 21, 2023 26:38


    In this episode, Laura interviews Aline P. Mora, the author of Among Shadows, a dark fantasy novel. Show Notes: https://www.laurajaylive.com/2023/02/21/aline-p-mora/ Quixotic Belle Media, Audiobook Podcast Production: https://www.quixoticbellemedia.com --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thelaurajaylivepodcast/message

    RIWW: Herman Steuernagel, Eclipse

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 14, 2023 25:51


    In this episode, Laura interviews Herman Sheuernagel, the author of Eclipse, a space sci-fi novel. Show Notes: https://www.laurajaylive.com/2023/02/14/herman-steuernagel/ Quixotic Belle Media, Audiobook Podcast Production: https://www.quixoticbellemedia.com --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thelaurajaylivepodcast/message

    RIWW: How to Choose Your Next TBR Book to Read

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 7, 2023 15:46


    In this week's bonus episode, we're talking about how to choose the next book to read from your TBR list. Show Notes: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.laurajaylive.com/2023/02/07/your-next-tbr-book/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Quixotic Belle Media, Audiobook Podcast Production: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.quixoticbellemedia.com⁠ --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thelaurajaylivepodcast/message

    RIWW: J.M. Williams, Call of the Guardian

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 31, 2023 31:41


    In this episode, Laura interviews J.M. Williams, the author of Call of the Guardian, an epic fantasy novel. Show Notes: https://www.laurajaylive.com/2023/01/31/j-m-williams/ Quixotic Belle Media, Audiobook Podcast Production: https://www.quixoticbellemedia.com --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thelaurajaylivepodcast/message

    RIWW: 2023 To Be Read "T.B.R."

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 24, 2023 17:06


    In this week's bonus episode, we're talking about the books Laura plans to read in 2023, in other words, the "To Be Read" (TBR) for the year! Show Notes: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://laurajaylive.com/2023/01/24/2023-to-be-read/ Quixotic Belle Media, Audiobook Podcast Production: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.quixoticbellemedia.com --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thelaurajaylivepodcast/message

    tbr to be read
    RIWW: Jennifer Becker, Through Fire and Ruin

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 17, 2023 34:03


    In this episode, Laura interviews Jennifer Becker, the author of Through Fire and Ruin, a dark fae contemporary fantasy. Show Notes: https://www.laurajaylive.com/2023/01/17/jennifer-becker/ Quixotic Belle Media, Audiobook Podcast Production: https://www.quixoticbellemedia.com --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thelaurajaylivepodcast/message

    ruin through fire jennifer becker
    RIWW: 2022 Books I Read "B.I.R."

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 10, 2023 35:09


    In this episode, Laura fills you in on her reading stats from 2022! Show Notes: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://laurajaylive.com/2023/01/10/2022-books-i-read/ Quixotic Belle Media, Audiobook Podcast Production: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.quixoticbellemedia.com --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thelaurajaylivepodcast/message

    Richie Billing, Pariah's Lament

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 3, 2023 33:08


    Thank you so much for tuning in with Read It With Whiskey! In this episode, Laura interviews Richie Billing, author of Pariah's Lament, an action and adventure, epic fantasy novel. In this interview, Richie and Laura talk about how Richie pivoted from being a lawyer to a full-time author. They discuss the characters they love, and love to hate, as well as the medieval devices used in the world within Pariah's Lament. Here is how to contact ­­­Richie and follow along with his writing career: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/richiebilling/ Website: https://richiebilling.com/ Books: Pariah's Lament: https://amzn.to/3CdMpOK Tales of Tervia - Gripping High Fantasy Stories From A Monstrous World: https://amzn.to/3Cen9rj A Fantasy Writers' Handbook - A Complete Guide To Writing Fantasy: https://amzn.to/3jBvE9v Thoughts On Writing - How To Write Fiction That Readers Love: https://amzn.to/3jHfRpQ Host, Laura Juntunen's, Resources & Works: Find her books: https://www.laurajaylive.com/shop Website: https://www.laurajaylive.com Subscribe to the Newsletter: https://www.subscribepage.com/g5f1b9 Instagram: @LauraJayLive & @ReadItWithWhiskey --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/readitwithwhiskey/support

    Why Self-Pub / Indie Press Authors Only? + 2022 Wrap Up!

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 27, 2022 23:20


    In this episode, Laura talks about why she only features interviews with self-published and small indie press authors. Then we dive into a 2022 wrap-up, including a 2022 writing progress review and a 2023 writing goals overview, as well as an overall life update too! In every bonus episode, Laura explores reader topics such as reading challenges, tracking systems for readers, book club reviews, Q&A's from listeners of the show, genre discussions, and all things reader based. We also take topic requests! Visit our Instagram page to learn how: @ReadItWithWhiskey Host, Laura Juntunen's, Resources & Works: Find her books: https://www.laurajaylive.com/shop Website: https://www.laurajaylive.com Subscribe to the Newsletter: https://www.subscribepage.com/g5f1b9 Instagram: @LauraJayLive & @ReadItWithWhiskey --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/readitwithwhiskey/support

    Winnie Winkle, Boogie Beach

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 20, 2022 32:03


    Thank you so much for tuning in with Read It With Whiskey! In this episode, Laura interviews Kristy Nicolle, author of Something Blue, a dystopian romance novel. In this interview, Winnie and Laura talk about The Record series, diving into characters and world-building. Digging deeper, Winnie speaks about how she likes to write strong, female characters, as well as touches on who should and should not read her books. This is a fun, witty, comedic series, and the interview matches that vibe! Here is how to contact ­­­Winnie and follow along with her writing career: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/winniewinkleauthor/ Website: https://wwinkle.com/ Books: Boogie Beach (The Record, book 1): https://amzn.to/3PHDGKc Salt Shaken (The Record, book 2): https://amzn.to/3HMps8I Speedo Down (The Record, book 3): https://amzn.to/3PLR28c Pixie Prick (The Record, book 4): https://amzn.to/3Wpqbk8 Funkin' Wierd (The Record, book 5): https://amzn.to/3FyUU7y Bongo & Delilah Break Daytona (B&D Capers, Book 1): https://amzn.to/3v4Lmwg Bongo & Delilah Crash Cassadaga (B&D Capers Book 2): https://amzn.to/3WczDYx Host, Laura Juntunen's, Resources & Works: Find her books: https://www.laurajaylive.com/shop Website: https://www.laurajaylive.com Subscribe to the Newsletter: https://www.subscribepage.com/g5f1b9 Instagram: @LauraJayLive & @ReadItWithWhiskey --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/readitwithwhiskey/support

    Hybrid Reading

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 13, 2022 10:50


    In this episode, Laura talks about hybrid reading and gives us a little reading, writing, and life update. Have you ever brought hybrid reading into your routine? It might be a game changer, just like it was for our host! Sometimes there's no time to sit down and read a book; this is when hybrid reading comes in handy. Tell us what your favorite format of reading is on Instagram @ReadItWithWhiskey. In every bonus episode, Laura explores reader topics such as reading challenges, tracking systems for readers, book club reviews, Q&A's from listeners of the show, genre discussions, and all things reader based. We also take topic requests! Visit our Instagram page to learn how: @ReadItWithWhiskey Host, Laura Juntunen's, Resources & Works: Find her books: https://www.laurajaylive.com/shop Website: https://www.laurajaylive.com Subscribe to the Newsletter: https://www.subscribepage.com/g5f1b9 Instagram: @LauraJayLive & @ReadItWithWhiskey --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/readitwithwhiskey/support

    Kristy Nicolle, Something Blue

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 6, 2022 30:14


    Thank you so much for tuning in with Read It With Whiskey! In this episode, Laura interviews Kristy Nicolle, author of Something Blue, a dystopian romance novel. In this interview, Kristy and Laura touch on Kristy's Ehlers Danlos Syndrome and how it affects her writing career. They chat about characters and conspiracy theories. And they discuss how dystopian stories have a common thread of rebellion which often comes at a cost to the characters. Finally, Kristy talks about the Kristy Nicolle Fantasy Infiniverse! Here is how to contact ­­­Kristy and follow along with her writing career: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/authorkristynicolle/ Website: https://kristynicolle.com/ Books: Something Blue https://amzn.to/3iCmPeZ Starsong: A Zodiac Inspired Poetry Collection https://amzn.to/3h0lpKU I Am Arcana: A Tarot Inspired Poetry Collection https://amzn.to/3upgI0q The Tidal Kiss Trilogy (a The Queens Of Fantasy Saga trilogy) https://amzn.to/3VR5bCU The Ashen Touch Trilogy (a The Queens Of Fantasy Saga trilogy) https://amzn.to/3ukiNe9 The Aetherial Embrace Trilogy (a The Queens Of Fantasy Saga trilogy) https://amzn.to/3VIsuig Host, Laura Juntunen's, Resources & Works: Find her books: https://www.laurajaylive.com/shop Website: https://www.laurajaylive.com Subscribe to the Newsletter: https://www.subscribepage.com/g5f1b9 Instagram: @LauraJayLive & @ReadItWithWhiskey --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/readitwithwhiskey/support

    Book Tracking Systems

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 29, 2022 15:25


    In this episode, Laura talks about her book-tracking systems and how they've evolved over time. Book tracking can be done on multiple formats; digital, paper, software, etc. Do you track the books you read? If so, how do you track them? Tell us on Instagram @ReadItWithWhiskey. In every bonus episode, Laura explores reader topics such as reading challenges, tracking systems for readers, book club reviews, Q&A's from listeners of the show, genre discussions, and all things reader based. We also take topic requests! Visit our Instagram page to learn how: @ReadItWithWhiskey Host, Laura Juntunen's, Resources & Works: Find her books: https://www.laurajaylive.com/shop Website: https://www.laurajaylive.com Subscribe to the Newsletter: https://www.subscribepage.com/g5f1b9 Instagram: @LauraJayLive & @ReadItWithWhiskey --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/readitwithwhiskey/support

    Kate Sheeran Swed, Alter Ego

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 22, 2022 30:28


    Thank you so much for tuning in with Read It With Whiskey! In this episode, Laura interviews Kate Sheeran Swed, author of Alter Ego, book 1 in League of Independent Operatives. In this episode, Kate and Laura talk about the inspiration behind Kate's superhero world and universe she created. Kate wants to capture people's hearts in her writing, and she does. Secret identities, completed series with spin-offs, and girl power. You can expect a fun ride from the start! Here is how to contact ­­­Kate and follow along with her writing career: Instagram: @katesheeranswed Website: www.katesheeranswed.com Books: Amazon Author Page League of Independent Operatives Parse Galaxy series Toccata System trilogy Spells & Spaceships Story Collections Host, Laura Juntunen's, Resources & Works: Find her books: https://www.laurajaylive.com/shop Website: https://www.laurajaylive.com Subscribe to the Newsletter: https://www.subscribepage.com/g5f1b9 Instagram: @LauraJayLive & @ReadItWithWhiskey --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/readitwithwhiskey/support

    Book Reviews & Why They Are Important

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 15, 2022 8:36


    In this Bonus episode, Laura talks about how important book reviews are for self-published authors. Of course, we focus on self-published books here on RIWW, so it's important to help these authors grow, so they can continue to write incredible books for us. Dive in and then take action! Go leave a review of the last book you read and DM Laura on Instagram! In every bonus episode, Laura explores reader topics such as reading challenges, tracking systems for readers, book club reviews, Q&A's from listeners of the show, genre discussions, and all things reader based. We also take topic requests! Visit our Instagram page to learn how: @ReadItWithWhiskey Host, Laura Juntunen's, Resources & Works: Find her books: https://www.laurajaylive.com/shop Website: https://www.laurajaylive.com Subscribe to the Newsletter: https://www.subscribepage.com/g5f1b9 Instagram: @LauraJayLive & @ReadItWithWhiskey --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/readitwithwhiskey/support

    Lane Northcutt, The Delivery Co.

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 8, 2022 33:52


    Thank you so much for tuning in with Read It With Whiskey! In this episode, Laura interviews Lane Northcutt, author of The Delivery Co., book 1 in its series. In this episode, Lane and Laura talk about the inspiration behind the dystopian world of The Delivery Co. Being Y.A., there are some dark moments within this story, the pair dive in and explore. People who see themselves as different may relate to the characters on a deeper level and find themselves rooting for themselves within the pages. Here is how to contact ­­­Lane and follow along with his writing career: Instagram: @lanenorthcutt_author The Delivery Company: Book One: The Delivery Co. Book Two: The Rejected Host, Laura Juntunen's, Resources & Works: Find her books: https://www.laurajaylive.com/shop Website: https://www.laurajaylive.com Subscribe to the Newsletter: https://www.subscribepage.com/g5f1b9 Instagram: @LauraJayLive & @ReadItWithWhiskey --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/readitwithwhiskey/support

    Reading Challenges, Part 2

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 1, 2022 8:24


    In this Bonus episode, Laura talks about how she is going to use reading as a procrastination tool throughout NaNoWriMo. Have you ever struggled to get through the big, daunting tasks of life? Try out this little challenge and see if it works for you! In every bonus episode, Laura explores reader topics such as reading challenges, tracking systems for readers, book club reviews, Q&A's from listeners of the show, genre discussions, and all things reader based. We also take topic requests! Visit our Instagram page to learn how: @ReadItWithWhiskey Host, Laura Juntunen's, Resources & Works: Find her books: https://www.laurajaylive.com/shop Website: https://www.laurajaylive.com Subscribe to the Newsletter: https://www.subscribepage.com/g5f1b9 Instagram: @LauraJayLive & @ReadItWithWhiskey --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/readitwithwhiskey/support

    Helen Scheuerer, A Lair of Bones

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 25, 2022 31:41


    Thank you so much for tuning in with Read It With Whiskey! In this episode, we are speaking with Helen Scheuerer, the author of A Lair of Bones, book one of Curse of the Cyren Queen! In this interview, Helen and Laura talk about characters, world-building, and fantasy! They dive into the syren and human relationships of Curse of the Cyren Queen, and touch on the overarching challenge presented to the main character, Roh. Finally, they discuss Helen's newest series, which is in the works and just announced this month! Dive in to get the juicy details! Here is how to contact ­­­Helen and follow along with her writing career: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/helenscheuerer Links: https://helenscheuerer.com/links/ Curse of the Cyren Queen (series page): https://amzn.to/3FiCSrE A Lair of Bones, Book 1: https://amzn.to/3TSkn1B With Dagger and Song, Book 2: https://amzn.to/3z4l6on The Fabric of Chaos, Book 3: https://amzn.to/3smLBBx To Wield a Crown, Book 4: https://amzn.to/3TQuFPK The Oremere Chronicles (series page): https://amzn.to/3CW1XGe Host, Laura Juntunen's, Resources & Works: Find her books: https://www.laurajaylive.com/shop Website: https://www.laurajaylive.com Subscribe to the Newsletter: https://www.subscribepage.com/g5f1b9 Instagram: @LauraJayLive & @ReadItWithWhiskey --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/readitwithwhiskey/support

    Reading Challenges, Part 1

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 18, 2022 12:11


    In this inaugural Bonus episode, Laura fills you in on her most recent reading challenge: the Kindle Epic Summer Challenge! In every bonus episode, Laura explores reader topics such as reading challenges, tracking systems for readers, book club reviews, Q&A's from listeners of the show, genre discussions, and all things reader based. We also take topic requests! Visit our Instagram page to learn how: @ReadItWithWhiskey Host, Laura Juntunen's, Resources & Works: Find her books: https://www.laurajaylive.com/shop Website: https://www.laurajaylive.com Subscribe to the Newsletter: https://www.subscribepage.com/g5f1b9 Instagram: @LauraJayLive & @ReadItWithWhiskey --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/readitwithwhiskey/support

    S.J. Pratt, The 716

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 11, 2022 38:01


    Thank you so much for tuning in with Read It With Whiskey! In this episode, we are speaking with S.J. Pratt, author of The 716. In this interview, S.J. and Laura talk about the real-life story behind why The 716 was written. They discuss how flipping our society's gender norms on their head makes people think about the world in a new way. Finally, we dive into characters! Laura's favorite: Ray. He's so much more than a robot and he has such a special place within the story! Here is how to contact ­­­S.J. and learn more about her books and projects: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sjpr... Links: https://www.sjpratt.com/ The 716: https://amzn.to/3BZga4A Host, Laura Juntunen's, Resources & Works: Find her books: https://www.laurajaylive.com/shop Website: https://www.laurajaylive.com Subscribe to the Newsletter: https://www.subscribepage.com/g5f1b9 Instagram: @LauraJayLive & @ReadItWithWhiskey

    K.E. Barden, The Gilded Mirror

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 27, 2022 36:14


    Thank you so much for tuning in with the Read It With Whiskey podcast! In this episode, we are speaking with K.E. Barden, author of The Gilded Mirror. In this interview, K.E. and I talk about how The Little Matchbox Girl and the Grimm fairytales helped shape the tone of her series. We dive into characters and relationships, world-building, and what K.E. hopes you'll walk away with after reading her series. This is book one of five and the final two in the series will be released within the next few years! K.E. also shares with us the concept of a new project she's working on. Here is how to contact ­­­K.E. and learn more about her books and projects: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kebardenauthor/ Links: https://linktr.ee/kebardenauthor Books: The Gilded Mirror: https://amzn.to/3dFYL97 These Grimm Fates: https://amzn.to/3Sstd5p Host, Laura Juntunen's, Resources & Works: Find her books: https://www.laurajaylive.com/shop Website: https://www.laurajaylive.com Subscribe to the Newsletter: https://www.subscribepage.com/g5f1b9 Instagram: @LauraJayLive & @ReadItWithWhiskey

    Naomi Kelly, Meraki: A Syren Story

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 13, 2022 32:47


    Thank you so much for tuning in with the Read It With Whiskey podcast! In this episode, we are speaking with Naomi Kelly, author of Meraki: A Syren Story. In this interview, Naomi and I talk about how the book industry follows trends, and the next big trend is mermaids (have you seen the new live-action Little Mermaid trailer yet?). We also dive into the difference between mermaids and syrens, the world- and magic-building within Meraki, and the characters Naomi loved to write within the duology. Here is how to contact ­­­Naomi and learn more about her books and projects: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/naomikellywriting/ Books: Meraki: A Syren Story https://amzn.to/3Qy07QD Kairos: A Syren Story https://amzn.to/3RRBake A Syren Story Duology Hardback Ominbus: https://amzn.to/3dcmRIa Kalon: A Centaur Tail https://amzn.to/3QEtDEm Trial of Obsidian (currently being re-worked at the time of this release) Host, Laura Juntunen's, Resources & Works: Find her books: https://www.laurajaylive.com/shop Website: https://www.laurajaylive.com Subscribe to the Newsletter: https://www.subscribepage.com/g5f1b9 Instagram: @LauraJayLive & @ReadItWithWhiskey

    Tenaya M.K.D., New Identity

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 30, 2022 34:16


    Thank you so much for tuning in with the Read It With Whiskey podcast! In this episode, we are speaking with Tenaya M.K.D., author of New Identity. In this interview, Tenaya and I talk about how her father's influence helped build her interest in superheroes, how her characters developed alongside herself, and her excitement about what she wants to build this series into. This superhero story is more than meets the eye; there are complex characters and moral dilemmas you have to deal with as a reader and it will keep you thinking. Here is how to contact ­­­Tenaya and learn more about her books and projects: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tenayamkd/ Links: https://linktr.ee/Tenayamkd?fbclid=PAAaZMQ3rJowocDKKFDUS08cb6KaJ40NVjf3v7fgERFa2_Uc5IkRZjpr5FYpU Books: New Identity Powered Identity Host, Laura Juntunen's, Resources & Works: Find her books: https://www.laurajaylive.com/shop Website: https://www.laurajaylive.com Subscribe to the Newsletter: https://www.subscribepage.com/g5f1b9 Instagram: @LauraJayLive & @ReadItWithWhiskey

    M.K. Williams, The Infinite-Infinite

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 16, 2022 37:07


    Thank you so much for tuning in with the Read It With Whiskey podcast! In this episode, we are speaking with M.K. Williams, author of The Infinite-Infinite. In this interview, M.K. and I talk about the gym experience that peeked the idea for this book, despite how unpleasant it was. We talk about how Eleanor Roosevelt, and learning about her history, molded much of the story. We also discussed characters and how building multi-verses is a bit difficult given timeframes and multiple realities that happen at the same time. Here is how to contact ­­­­M.K. and learn more about her books and projects: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/1mkwilliams/ Links: https://bio.link/mkwilliams Books: Feminina series, book 1, The Infinite-Infinite: https://amzn.to/3AftG3x Feminina series, book 2, The Alpha Nina: https://amzn.to/3T212LR Feminina series, books 3 & 4, Coming Soon! Project Collisions series: https://amzn.to/3C5wgeX Author Your Ambition, Non-Fiction series for authors: https://amzn.to/3JSX1F3 Host, Laura Juntunen's, Resources & Works: Find her books: https://www.laurajaylive.com/shop Website: https://www.laurajaylive.com Subscribe to the Newsletter: https://www.subscribepage.com/g5f1b9 Instagram: @LauraJayLive & @ReadItWithWhiskey

    Julia Scott, The Mirror Souls

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 2, 2022 28:56


    Thank you so much for tuning in with the Read It With Whiskey podcast! In this episode, we are speaking with Julia Scott, author of The Mirror Souls. In this interview, Julia and I talk about the dream that sparked the idea for her trilogy, the characters who come alive within the pages, and the utopian-dystopia that she built within her world. We also discuss her amazing formatting skills and the projects that are coming up next; there is a lot more to come from Julia! Here is how to contact ­­­­Julia and learn more about her books and projects: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/juliascottwrites Website: https://www.juliascottwrites.com/ Books: The Mirror Souls: https://amzn.to/3oqyv4q Book 1: The Mirror Souls https://amzn.to/3ovSdLY Book 2: The Anahata Divide https://amzn.to/3BdiUwv Book 3: Coming Soon! Host, Laura Juntunen's, Resources & Works: Find her books: https://www.laurajaylive.com/shop Website: https://www.laurajaylive.com Subscribe to the Newsletter: https://www.subscribepage.com/g5f1b9 Instagram: @LauraJayLive & @ReadItWithWhiskey YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCPe9REBmH7B6iN0zbYW4RPw

    D.C. Gomez, Death's Intern

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 19, 2022 39:59


    Thank you so much for tuning in with the Read It With Whiskey podcast! In this episode, we are speaking with D.C. Gomez, author of Death's Intern. In this interview, D.C. and I talk about her series, The Intern Diaries. We dove in with where the inspiration for the story came from, how writing a series was not the initial plan, and finally, landed on how D.C.'s faith and religion were challenged while writing about death and the devil. We also touch on characters, what type of reader the books are for, and what projects are coming up next. Make sure to watch the full, unedited interview video at https://www.patreon.com/readitwithwhiskey! As a book club member, you will gain access to video content from all past episodes AND help bring new authors onto the show as a sponsor! Here is how to contact ­­­­D.C. and learn more about her books and projects: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dcgomez.author Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dc.gomez Website: https://www.dcgomez-author.com Books: The Intern Diaries series: https://amzn.to/3P8P8wL Book 1: Death's Intern: https://amzn.to/3RidpCA Host, Laura Juntunen's, Resources & Works: Find her books: https://www.laurajaylive.com/shop Website: https://www.laurajaylive.com Subscribe to the Newsletter: https://www.subscribepage.com/g5f1b9 Instagram: @LauraJayLive & @ReadItWithWhiskey YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCPe9REBmH7B6iN0zbYW4RPw

    N.C. Scrimgeour, Those Left Behind

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 5, 2022 32:44


    Thank you so much for tuning in with the Read It With Whiskey podcast! In this episode, we are speaking with N.C. Scrimgeour, author of Those Left Behind.In this interview, N.C. and I talk about the alien races she created in her universe, along with the worldbuilding itself. We talk about A.I. and how it too became a character. We also detailed the concept of prejudice throughout the book and how it reflects in our own world. What a wild ride with N.C.!Make sure to watch the full, unedited interview video at https://www.patreon.com/readitwithwhiskey! As a Viewer book club member, you will gain access to video content from all past episodes AND exclusive audio episodes by Laura, all about the books she reads and her own writing career.Here is how to contact ­­­­N.C. and learn more about her books and projects:Instagram: @scrimscribes https://www.instagram.com/scrimscribesWebsite: https://www.ncscimgeour.comBooks:The Waystation Trilogy:Book 1: Those Left Behind https://amzn.to/3nbYFax Book 2: Those Once Forgotten https://amzn.to/3ygtL7aThe Exodus Betrayal https://amzn.to/39T5YRmHost, Laura Juntunen's, Resources & Works:Find her books: https://www.linktr.ee/laurajayliveWebsite: https://www.laurajaylive.comSubscribe to the Newsletter: https://www.subscribepage.com/g5f1b9Instagram: @LauraJayLive & @ReadItWithWhiskeyYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCPe9REBmH7B6iN0zbYW4RPwSupport the show

    O.R. Lea, Riebeckite

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 21, 2022 42:06


    Thank you so much for tuning in with the Read It With Whiskey podcast! In this episode, we are speaking with O.R. Lea, author of Riebeckite.In this interview, O.R. and I talk about where the inspiration for this story came from (hint: "what if asbestos had teeth?"), we talk about the links between the book title and actual reality, and finally, we touch on what's next for O.R.Make sure to watch the full, unedited interview video at https://www.patreon.com/readitwithwhiskey! As a Viewer patron, you will gain access to video content from all past episodes AND exclusive audio episodes by Laura, all about the books she reads and her own writing career.Here is how to contact ­­­­O.R. and learn more about his books and projects:Instagram: @orleaauthor Website: LINKBooks:Bruised Moon Sequence:RiebeckiteTorpor's EndCamp ChelovekDo You Get What You Pray For: A supernatural mystery novelHost, Laura Juntunen's, Resources & Works:The Shockwave Series:- Book 1: TRANSIENT PULSE- Book 2: OSCILLATION RISING- Book 3: STATIC EQUILIBRIUM- FREEBIE: A Shockwave Series Companion Story  Become a Patron of RIWW & Join the Book ClubSubscribe to the NewsletterBook Cover Designer for The Shockwave Series: Moon Press DesignInstagram: @LauraJayLive @ReadItWithWhiskeyYouTube: LINKLaura's Non-Fiction:Happiless Chokelist: Break Through Barriers, Gain Clarity, Move Forward, Find True Happiness.The Hashtag Series for Creative Entrepreneurs:- #metime: Avoiding Burnout as a Creative Entrepreneur- #wetime: Gaining Freedom as a Creative Entrepreneur- #worktime: Networking Growth as a Creative Entrepreneur- The Hashtag Series Workbook for Creative Entrepreneurs, Paperback (eBook - FREE!)Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/readitwithwhiskey)*Affiliate links are used in this episode description.Support the show

    Bran Kairos, Kama'aina

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 7, 2022 30:40


    Thank you so much for tuning in with the Read It With Whiskey podcast! In this episode, we are speaking with Bran Kairos, author of Kama'aina.In this interview, Bran and I chat about Hawaiin culture and language, how he uses the concept of childhood trauma in his work, and how he put a lot of himself into a character within Kama'aina. And of course, we talk characters and inspiration for his book too!There was a bit I had to cut out of this episode due to spoilers, so make sure to watch the full, unedited interview video at https://www.patreon.com/readitwithwhiskey. As a patron, you will also gain access to watch all video content from past episodes, AND exclusive audio episodes by Laura, all about the books she reads and her own writing career.Here is how to contact ­­­­Bran and learn more about his books and projects:Instagram: @brankairosBooks:Kama'ainaSmacked seriesHost, Laura Juntunen's, Resources & Works:The Shockwave Series:- Book 1: TRANSIENT PULSE- Book 2: OSCILLATION RISING- Book 3: STATIC EQUILIBRIUM- FREEBIE: A Shockwave Series Companion Story  Become a Patron of RIWW & Join the Book ClubSubscribe to the NewsletterBook Cover Designer for The Shockwave Series: Moon Press DesignInstagram: @LauraJayLive @ReadItWithWhiskeyYouTube: LINKLaura's Non-Fiction:Happiless Chokelist: Break Through Barriers, Gain Clarity, Move Forward, Find True Happiness.The Hashtag Series for Creative Entrepreneurs:- #metime: Avoiding Burnout as a Creative Entrepreneur- #wetime: Gaining Freedom as a Creative Entrepreneur- #worktime: Networking Growth as a Creative Entrepreneur- The Hashtag Series Workbook for Creative Entrepreneurs, Paperback (eBook - FREE!)Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/readitwithwhiskey)*Affiliate links are used in this episode description.Support the show

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