While the Ink Dries

It's been a minute, and I've been in a slump, but the joys of Christmas reading pulled me out and into some other genres that I'm having fun exploring. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thebooksail/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thebooksail/support

There are a lot of great books out there, and I want to talk to you about what some that I'm currently reading and planning to read this year. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thebooksail/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thebooksail/support

I'm back! Let's get back into the boat and sail into some uncharted waters of literature. Let's catch up on how my reading fared for 2021, what I'm currently reading, and my excitement about the Amazon Lord of the Rings series. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thebooksail/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thebooksail/support

With summer coming to a close, I wanted to review a book that I think perfectly captures the essence of the summer season. To purchase "Bookshop by the Sea": https://amzn.to/3ChQGOt --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thebooksail/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thebooksail/support

Welcome to season 5! For this episode, Dara talks with owner and founder of Enclave Publishing, Steve Laube, about what science-fiction and fctansy look like form the Christian perspective. Have a bag handy because he drops a lot of gems. For more of Enclave Publishing: Website: https://www.enclavepublishing.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/enclavepublishing/?hl=en Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/enclave.publishing Twitter: https://twitter.com/EnclaveBooks Shop the Word: https://www.shoptheword.com To connect with Dara: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/astoldbydara/ Studio 89 podcasts: The 89th Record: https://anchor.fm/the89threcord Dear Hallmark: https://anchor.fm/dearhallmark --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thebooksail/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thebooksail/support

Adventure. Fantasy. Romance. Science-Fiction. You get it all with July's book of the month. Here's a link to purchase: The 49th Mystic (Beyond the Circle) https://www.amazon.com/dp/0800729781/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_glt_fabc_3JFVE4QYRCBPAVS3CVRX --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thebooksail/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thebooksail/support

The book of the month for June is sure to set you on a summer adventure you will never forget. To purchase June's Book of the Month: https://amzn.to/3wLKU4X To learn more about the author: https://www.karaswanson.com To follow Dara on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/astoldbydara/ --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thebooksail/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thebooksail/support

Foro the season finale of season four, Dara had the opportunity to talk with New York Times bestselling author Tosca Lee about diversity in Christian fiction, the importance of reading fiction, and what inspired her duopoly of The Progeny and Firstborn (trust, you're going to want to hear what her inspiration was). --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thebooksail/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thebooksail/support

Listen to what the book of the month is for May 2021 --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thebooksail/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thebooksail/support

In this episode, Dara talks with YA fantasy author Kara Swanson about her life, writing, and inspiration for wanting to retell Eeter Pan.  To connect with Kara: Website: https://www.karaswanson.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/karaswansonauthor/ To connect with Dara: Avenue 89 website: www.ave89co.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/astoldbydara/ --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thebooksail/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thebooksail/support

Where do you stand on this age-old debate? Dara goes through the pros and cons of each format and reveals which one is her favorite and which one she dislikes.  For more info on Dara's editing services: https://www.ave89co.com/theinkwelledit To follow Dara on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/astoldbydara/ --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thebooksail/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thebooksail/support

On this episode of The Book Sail, Joanna Davidson Politano joins Dara for a conversation about the hardest novel she ever wrote, her inspiration for "A Rumored Fortune", and so much more.  To connect with Joanna: Website: https://jdpstories.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/joannadavidsonpolitano Twitter: https://twitter.com/politano_joanna?lang=en To connect with Dara: Website: www.ave89co.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/astoldbydara/ --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thebooksail/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thebooksail/support

The book of the month for April 2021 is “Hood” by Stephen R. Lawhead. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thebooksail/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thebooksail/support

In this episode, Dara speaks on the importance of fiction in our literary diet. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thebooksail/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thebooksail/support

Dara adds her two cents to the “Book consumerism” discussion that’s been floating around on YouTube. What is book consumerism? Is their legitimacy to it? Find out this and more in this week’s episode of The Book Sail. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thebooksail/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thebooksail/support

In this episode, Dara talks with bookstagramer BrenyandBooks about her favorite authors, genres, books, and so much more. For more inför on Breny: Breny's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brenyandbooks/ My bookish Den: https://www.instagram.com/mybookishden/?hl=en Blog: https://brenyandbooks.home.blog Dara's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/astoldbydara/?hl=en Avenue 89 website: https://www.ave89co.com --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thebooksail/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thebooksail/support

In this episode, we focus on three specific titles in which Dara has seen the movie first and then read the book. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thebooksail/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thebooksail/support

The book of the month for March 2021 is "A Rumored Fortune". Here's the link to the blog post for more information: https://www.ave89co.com/blog-1/bookofthemonthmarch2021 --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thebooksail/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thebooksail/support

Hello friends! In this episode, Dara talks does a review of her first nonfiction read of the new year. How many books have you read so far? Don't forget to leave a voice message and not rate & review! To purchase Lit!: https://amzn.to/3pNrGrL Dara on Instagram: @astoldbydara Avenue 89 on Instagram: @ave89co Avenue 89 Website: https://www.ave89co.com --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thebooksail/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thebooksail/support

In this episode, Dara talks about nonfiction books she wants to read by Christian, Black authors, Blog Post: www.ave89co.com/blog-1/2021/2/17/christian-black-authors Authors mentioned: Jackie Hill-Perry: https://amzn.to/37eE11L Tony Evans: https://amzn.to/3qnoGUi Esau McCaulley: https://amzn.to/2N1Fkdq Sho Baraka: https://amzn.to/3dcR9Z4 Priscilla Shirer: https://amzn.to/3b2KOwv Sarah Jakes-Roberts: https://amzn.to/3jOAaxG For More Information: Dara on Instagram: @astoldbydara Avenue 89: www.ave89co.com / Instagram: @ave89co --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thebooksail/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thebooksail/support

Welcome to The Book Sail! Don't worry it's the same podcast (with a slight change) just with a new name! In continuation with our celebration of Balck History Month, let's look at what literature has looked like and currently looks like in the African-American community.  For more information: Dara on Instagram : @astoldbydara Avenue 89: www.ave89co.com / Instagram: @ave89co --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thebooksail/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thebooksail/support

It's February which means in the US it is Black History Month! In While the Ink Dries style, we're going to take a look at some Christian fiction written by Black authors.  Blog Post: https://www.ave89co.com/blog-1/christianblackauthorsfiction Books mentioned: Shades of Style Series by Marilynn Griffith (https://amzn.to/3trEkj4) The Promises of God Series by Kim Cash Tate (https://amzn.to/3aw3ULl) The Summer of Me by Angela Benson (https://amzn.to/3pSjB6c) The Coin Slot Chronicles by Rashad Jennings (https://amzn.to/3rhxzP8) For more info: Dara's Instagram: @astoldbydara Dara's e=mail: dara@ave89co.com Avenue 89 on Instagram: @ave89co Avenue 89 Editorial Services: https://www.ave89co.com/services-1 To purchase Dara's latest book: https://amzn.to/39Jea3v --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thebooksail/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thebooksail/support

In this episode, Dara goes into detail about writing her latest ebook "Moon Talks" and does a reading of one of the reflections. To purchase "Moon Talks": https://www.ave89co.com/moon-talks Avenue 89 Editorial Services: https://www.ave89co.com/services-1 Avenue 89 Resources: https://www.ave89co.com/resources Dara on Instagram: @astoldbydara Avenue 89 on Instagram: @ave89co --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thebooksail/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thebooksail/support

In this episode, Dara details her reading goals for 2021 and talks about the release of her new ebook, "Moon Talks".  To order "Moon Talks": https://www.ave89co.com/moon-talks Dara on Instagram: @astoldbydara Avenue 89 website: https://www.ave89co.com Avenue 89 on Instagram: @ave89co --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thebooksail/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thebooksail/support

Happy New Year! In this episode, Dara does of tally of the books she's read and what her favorites were of the year.  Dara on Instagram: @astoldbydara Avenue 89 on Instagram: ave89co.com 2021 Reading List: https://www.ave89co.com/blog-1/2021readinglist Moon Talks pre-order: https://www.ave89co.com/moon-talks --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/whiletheinkdries/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/whiletheinkdries/support

IN this season finale episode, Melody Carlson, author of the TrueColors Series, Diary of a Teenage Girl series, and many Christmas fiction novels, talks to Dara about her inspiration behind her Christian teen fiction series and what inspired her to write "The Christmas Swap". Also, find out which Hallmark movie Melody had a hand in. Melody Carlson's website: https://www.melodycarlson.com/index.shtml Avenue 89 website: www.ave89co.com Avenue 89 on Instagram: @ave89co Dara on Instagram: @dara_eightynine --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/whiletheinkdries/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/whiletheinkdries/support

In this episode, Dara went live on Instagram as she gave her review for the third book in the childhood reread series of TrueColors. Editing Services: https://www.ave89co.com/services-1 Avenue 89 on Instagram: @ave89co Dara on Instagram: @dara_eightynine --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/whiletheinkdries/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/whiletheinkdries/support

In this episode, Dara talks about Lecrae's book "I Am Restored". While the Ink Dries is powered by the Avenue 89 Podcast Network. Dara's Instagram: @dara_eightynine Avenue 89's Instagram: @ave89co Avenue 89's website: https://www.ave89co.com --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/whiletheinkdries/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/whiletheinkdries/support

Dara talks to the co-author of "Off-Script and OVer-Caffeinated" about her inspiration for writing the book, where the title came from, and the immense amount of Hallmark movies that were watched in the process.  To buy: Lecrae's "I Am Resotred": https://bit.ly/3krtKmR To buy Jerry B. Jenkins' "Dead Sea Rising": https://bit.ly/2JN7uqC To buy "Off-Script and Over-Caffeinated: https://amzn.to/32zffqV Avenue 89's website: https://www.ave89co.com Avenue 89 on Instagram: @ave89co Dara on Instagram: @dara_eightynine --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/whiletheinkdries/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/whiletheinkdries/support

Yes, that includes you. In this episode, Dara goes into detail about her writing journey and encourages all to start writing. Dara's Instagram: @dara_eightynine Editing Services: https://www.ave89co.com/services-1 Avenue 89 on Instagram: @ave89co Please rate and review the podcast so others can know and enjoy the bookish content found in this space. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/whiletheinkdries/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/whiletheinkdries/support

In this episode, Dara gets quite excited as she reviews the novel "Off-Script and Over-Caffienated" by Kaley Rhea and Rhonda Rhea.  To purchase "Off-Script and Over Caffienated": https://amzn.to/2Tuwu7M Avenue 89's website: https://www.ave89co.com Avenue 89 on Instagram: @ave89co Dara on Instagram: @dara_eightynine --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/whiletheinkdries/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/whiletheinkdries/support

In this episode, Dara talks with Oluwatoyin Fadeyibi, author of the devotional coloring book Worthy! about how her devotional came to be and much more. Toyin's website: https://www.toyinfadeyibi.com Purchase Worthy! Devotional: https://www.toyinfadeyibi.com/product-page/worthy-devotional Avenue 89 website: https://www.ave89co.com --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/whiletheinkdries/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/whiletheinkdries/support

What do you read that brings you pleasure? Do you read for pleasure? Dara explores these questions and more. Dara's Instagram: @dara_eightynine Avenue 89 website: www.ave89co.com Avenue 89 Instagram: @ave89co Resources: https://www.ave89co.com/resources --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/whiletheinkdries/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/whiletheinkdries/support

Have you ever re-read childhood favorites? In this episode. Dara explores this subject along with tackling some of the literary classics.  Dara's Instagram: @dara_eightynine Avenue 89 website: www.ave89co.com Avenue 89 Intagram: @ave89co --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/whiletheinkdries/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/whiletheinkdries/support

What better way to enter the last quarter of the year than with a reading list? In this episode. Dara details eight books that will be sure to keep your feet and your heart warm throughout these colder months. Avenue 89: www.ave89co.com | @ave89co on instagram Dara: @dara_eightynine Fall/Winter Reading List: "I am Restored" by Lecrae Moore "Tuck" by Stephen Lawhead "The Five Times I Met Myself" by James Rubart "Christmas in Winter Hill" by Melody Carlson "Hadley Beckett’s Next Dish" by Bethany Turner "Off Script and Over Caffeinated" by Kaley Rhea and Rhonda Rhea "The Christmas Swap" by Melody Carlson "A Rumored Fortune" by Joanna Davidson Politano --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/whiletheinkdries/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/whiletheinkdries/support

Bethany Turner, accomplished writer, reader, wife, and mom joins Dara as she talks about her novel "The Secret Life of Sarah Hollenbeck" and much more.  For more information about Bethany: seebethanywrite.com For more information about Avenue 89: www.ave89co.com --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/whiletheinkdries/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/whiletheinkdries/support

In this episode, Dara talks about what were/are some of the best book to movie adaptations and which books should never have been made into movies at all. || Want to join the Inkwell Book Club? Be sure to financially support by clicking the link below. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/whiletheinkdries/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/whiletheinkdries/support

Welcome to season 3 of the While the Ink Dries podcast. In this episode, there are two huge announcements made, and I (Dara) go over the importance of literature in the world today.  Website: www.ave89co.com  Instagram: @ave89co Inkwell Writer's Community:  --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/whiletheinkdries/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/whiletheinkdries/support

In the Season 2 finale, I detail my creative process with writing my second book and how it differs from the first. || www.ave89co.com --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/whiletheinkdries/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/whiletheinkdries/support

In this episode, I give a quarantine update on what I’ve been reading and writing. || www.ave89co.com --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/whiletheinkdries/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/whiletheinkdries/support

Have you always wanted to read but couldn’t get started? Were you an avid reader in the past but life got in the way? This episode will give you practical advice for jumping into the whirlpool of reading. || You can find these tips at the resource shop: --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/whiletheinkdries/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/whiletheinkdries/support

Back from spring break, we’re going to assess my efforts in accomplishing the literary goals that I’ve set for myself for 2020. || www.ave89co.com --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/whiletheinkdries/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/whiletheinkdries/support

What is the purpose of an editor? When should I hire one? This and more is discussed in this week’s episode. || www.ave89co.com --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/whiletheinkdries/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/whiletheinkdries/support

If you’re looking to self-publish your book, then this episode is for you. I break down some steps that are necessary in the self-publishing process. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/whiletheinkdries/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/whiletheinkdries/support

How has reading impacted your life? In this episode, we take a look at the importance of books and reflect on the journey of reading. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/whiletheinkdries/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/whiletheinkdries/support

In the episode, I talk about the six things that you should do before you start writing your manuscript. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/whiletheinkdries/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/whiletheinkdries/support

The second book of the year is complete, and I tell you all about it in this week’s episode. || To purchase Bethany’s book: https://www.amazon.com/Secret-Life-Sarah-Hollenbeck/dp/0800727665 || To purchase my book: https://bit.ly/2Rz2vdu || My website: www.ave89co.com --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/whiletheinkdries/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/whiletheinkdries/support

In this episode, Dara gives the top five things she learned from publishing her first book. || To purchase the book: https://bit.ly/2Rz2vdu || For editorial services: https://www.ave89co.com/services-1 --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/whiletheinkdries/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/whiletheinkdries/support

How did I fare with my reading goals last year? Let’s take a look back and see, shall we? || To purchase my book: https://bit.ly/2Rz2vdu || For editing services: https://www.ave89co.com/services-1 --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/whiletheinkdries/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/whiletheinkdries/support

Welcome to Season 2! In this episode, I go through my reading list for 2020 and provide you with a cool app I found to track your reading goals. || To purchase my book: https://m.barnesandnoble.com/w/inhale-dara-alston/1132052896?ean=9780578529929 \ Kindle: https://www.amazon.com/inhale-when-need-moment-Breathe-ebook/dp/B07VBPLYGW/ref=nodl_ || For editorial services: https://www.ave89co.com/services-1 --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/whiletheinkdries/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/whiletheinkdries/support

I’m still here! This podcast is still a thing. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/whiletheinkdries/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/whiletheinkdries/support