Podcast appearances and mentions of Alyssa Cole

Katie McLain Horner and Kendra Winchester celebrate 200 hundred episodes of Read or Dead! Trust your reading list to the experts at Tailored Book Recommendations! The professional book nerds (aka bibliologists) at TBR have recommended over 160,000 books to readers of all kinds. Let TBR match you with your next favorite read! Simply fill out a quick survey about what you want more of in your reading life, and your bibliologist will scour their bookish knowledge to find three reads they think you'll love. Choose from receiving just the recommendations via email, or opt to have paperbacks or hardcovers delivered right to your door. Get started for only $18! Mystery author Peter Lovesey has died at 88. Kerry Greenwood, author of the Phryne [FRY-nee] Fisher mystery series, has died at 70. 1849 titles 835 unique authors 1147 unique titles 40.1% authors of color TOP Author mentions: Sujata Massey - 28 Tana French - 26 Riley Sager - 24 Alma Katsu - 20 Attica Locke, Jane Harper, SA Cosby - 17 Stephen King - 16 Angie Kim - 14 Stephen Graham Jones - 12 Silvia Moreno-Garcia, Jesse Q. Sutanto - 11 Oyinkan Braithwaite, Alyssa Cole, Ausma Zehanat Khan, Wanda M. Morris, Ovidia Yu - 10 This content contains affiliate links. When you buy through these links, we may earn an affiliate commission. Top Title Mentions: The Widows of Malabar Hill - Sujata Massey - 13 My Sister the Serial Killer - Oyinkan Braithwaite - 10 Miracle Creek - Angie Kim - 9 When No One is Watching - Alyssa Cole - 8 Beneath the Mountain - Luca D'Andrea - 8 American Fire: Love, Arson, and Life in a Vanishing Land - Monica Hesse - 7 Final Girls - Riley Sager - 7 The Feather Thief: Beauty, Obsession, and the Natural History Heist of the Century - Kirk Wallace Johnson - 7 The Frangipani Tree Mystery - Ovidia Yu - 7 The Jigsaw Man - Nadine Matheson - 7 The Satapur Moonstone - Sujata Massey 7 The Witch Elm - Tana French - 7 Theme Music - T. Marie Vandelly - 7 Winter Counts - David Heska Wanbli Weiden - 7 If you want to send an email with feedback or show suggestions, you can reach us at readordead@bookriot.com. Otherwise you can: Find Katie on Twitter @kt_librarylady Find Kendra on Instagram and BlueSky @kdwinchester and on TikTok @kendrawinchester And we will talk to you all next time! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

One of Us Knows by Alyssa Cole is this month's book club episode! Strap in for a rip roaring ride into the Hudson river for an island wide Goblin Hunt with a multiple personality main character that has more blackout trauma than a tiktok comment section about narcissistic parents. This book has it all, goblin hunts, lesbian castle dungeons, mind palaces, 4 Ds, and a plot that Alex actually couldn't guess for once. Oh, and the Pearlman's recorded all of this in their brand new studio. So get all of your identities together and a big bowl of popcorn ready to enjoy this month's MRS P'S BOOK CLUB!   To become a Team leader: Join our patreon (not a cult): https://pearlmania500.net   Support the show and get 50% off your 1st Factor box, plus free shipping. Use code FACTORPODCAST at https://www.factormeals.com/FACTORPODCAST   The Pearlmans have a NEW Post Office Box: P.O. Box 72151, Thorndale, PA 19372. Follow us on Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/pearlmania500/  https://www.instagram.com/mrs.pearlmania500/  You can watch this episode on our Youtube Channel!!! This week's research was assisted by Sad Beige, follow her Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/officialsadbeige/  All of our music was written and performed by His Name Was Dusk you can find all of his projects, music and more here: https://linktr.ee/hisnamewasdusk  

Miss Marple isn't an old duffer - she's a swinging cat! At least that's what Mark and Gray discover this episode when they shine a light on Agatha Christie's beloved sleuth. In particular we look at her 1960s outings, plus her Swinging-era cases in the recent 2021 short story collection, in stories by Alyssa Cole, Naomi Alderman, Jean Kwok, Dreda Say Mitchell, Karen M. McManus and Leigh Bardugo.You can find us on Instagram @Christie_Time. We are on BlueSky at christietime.bsky.social. Please do subscribe, rate and review us wherever you get your podcasts.Our website is ChristieTime.com.The Swinging Christies is a Christie Time project by Mark Aldridge and Gray Robert Brown.Next episode: we travel to India!00:00:00 - Opening titles00:00:50 - Introductory chat00:07:00 - Why the Sixties belong to Miss Marple00:15:09 - The Swinging-era Marple: Twelve New Stories00:19:01 - Miss Marple Takes Manhattan by Alyssa Cole00:29:20 - The Open Mind by Naomi Alderman00:41:45 - The Jade Empress by Jean Kwok00:44:43 - A Deadly Wedding Day by Dreda Say Mitchell00:52:44 - The Murdering Sort by Karen M. McManus00:58:26 - The Disappearance by Leigh Bardugo01:04:59 - Tackling racism in these stories01:16:17 - How to get in touch01:17:17 - Closing titles01:17:44 - CodaTW: discussion of racism and antisemitism

Host Jo Reed and AudioFile's Alan Minskoff discuss this anthology that presents widely varied mystery and suspense tales. They are quite well read and will hold the attention of mystery lovers and curious listeners. Jane Oppenheimer's intimate and expressive narration of Abby Geni's “The Body Farm” tells a story of justifiable homicide. Nicole Lewis captures the multiple voices, quick pulse, and meta quality of Alyssa Cole's “Just a Girl”, while John Pirhalla performs Nate Kolakowski's “Scorpions,” an ironic story, with verve and subtlety.  Read our review of the audiobook at our website. Published by Harper Audio.  Discover thousands of audiobook reviews and more at AudioFile's website. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of the Fully-Booked podcast, the hosts, Meaghan and Arthur, delve into a new chapter of the podcast. The audience is informed about Shirin's temporary departure due to her pregnancy as Shirin steps away to focus on her growing family, Arthur, co-producer of the Fully-Booked podcast, steps in to co-host alongside Meaghan. This change, while temporary, marks a significant shift in the dynamic of the show. Arthur’s background in coding and his technical contributions to the website bring a fresh perspective to the podcast. The hosts humorously discuss his 60% familiarity with the topics they’ll cover and joke about potential jousting matches for hosting rights when Shirin returns. Despite the change, the team is optimistic about the new direction and is ready to embrace 2025 with fresh content and themes. Kicking Off 2025: A Sci-Fi Focus As the podcast launches into the new year, Meaghan and Arthur introduce a month-long exploration of science fiction. This is a notable shift, as Meaghan admits that she and Shirin have historically read very little of the genre. However, Arthur’s passion for sci-fi provides the perfect opportunity to delve into its rich and diverse discussions. The hosts acknowledge the challenges they faced in planning sci-fi content in the past. With Arthur’s enthusiasm, planning the month’s content was surprisingly straightforward. The podcast promises to cover various aspects of sci-fi, including genre mashups, successful and unsuccessful adaptations, and newer releases. This thematic focus aims to appeal to long-time sci-fi enthusiasts and newcomers alike. Sci-Fi Genre Mashups: Exploring New Horizons One of the main themes of the episode is the exploration of sci-fi genre mashups. Meaghan and Arthur discuss how sci-fi often blends seamlessly with other genres, creating unique storytelling opportunities. They highlight several examples: Sci-Fi and Mystery: The Midsolar Murders series by Mur Lafferty combines amateur sleuthing with extraterrestrial settings. Blake Crouch’s Dark Matter and Wayward Pines series mix speculative fiction with gripping mysteries. Michael Crichton’s The Andromeda Strain explores a medical mystery linked to a satellite crash, blending suspense with scientific intrigue. Sci-Fi and Horror: The hosts delve into the subgenre of sci-fi horror, highlighting works like Caitlin Starling’s The Luminous Dead and David Wellington’s Red Space series (Paradise-1, Revenant X). They also discuss the historical roots of the genre, referencing classics like Mary Shelley’s Frankenstein and Richard Matheson’s I Am Legend. Sci-Fi and Fantasy: Works like Christopher Paolini’s To Sleep in a Sea of Stars and Stephen King’s The Dark Tower series exemplify the blend of futuristic technology and fantastical elements. Tamsyn Muir’s Gideon the Ninth series introduces necromancy into a science fiction setting, creating a unique narrative style. Sci-Fi and Historical Fiction: Stephen King’s 11/22/63 combines time travel with the historical backdrop of the Kennedy assassination. Philip K. Dick’s The Man in the High Castle explores an alternate history where the Axis powers won World War II. Sci-Fi and Romance: Meaghan and Arthur touch on the lighter side of sci-fi with titles like Alyssa Cole’s The AI Who Loved Me, which combines AI with human connections, and Ruby Dixon’s monster romance series. Sci-Fi in Other Media: Adaptations and Recommendations The hosts transition into discussing sci-fi in other media, particularly film and television. They reference the ongoing Silo series and compare its dystopian elements to works like Blake Crouch’s Wayward Pines. Meaghan shares her thoughts on the Alien film franchise, admitting she’s new to many of its sequels. The pair humorously critique the series’ ups and downs, including the divisive Prometheus prequels. The episode also touches on notable sci-fi adaptations and their impact: Dark Matter by Blake Crouch was recently adapted into a TV series. Man in the High Castle adapted for Amazon Prime. The Apollo Murders by Chris Hadfield blends Cold War intrigue with space exploration. The hosts express excitement about revisiting sci-fi classics and exploring lesser-known gems. They encourage listeners to explore Fully Booked’s website for related articles and reviews from contributors. Looking Ahead with Enthusiasm As the episode concludes, Meaghan and Arthur emphasize the importance of embracing new experiences. They acknowledge that while the month of sci-fi exploration is a departure from their usual fare, it presents an opportunity for growth and discovery. The duo encourages listeners to join them on this journey, whether through reading, watching, or engaging with the content on their website and social media platforms. The hosts’ banter, combined with their genuine curiosity and enthusiasm, sets the tone for an exciting year ahead. With a mix of humor, insight, and personal anecdotes, the episode invites listeners to explore the vast possibilities of sci-fi and its many intersections with other genres. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In which Snape dies. Email us at restrictedsectionpod@gmail.com to tell us what you thought of The Elder Wand or even what you think of us! We'd love to read your email on the show. Be sure to subscribe to know right away about new episodes, and rate and review! SUPPORT US ON OUR PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/therestrictedsection THANK YOU LOVE YOU BUY OUR MERCH: https://www.teepublic.com/user/restricted-section-podcast THANK YOU LOVE YOU IG: https://www.instagram.com/restrictedsectionpod/ FB: https://www.facebook.com/groups/rspoddetentioncrew/   Check out our other amazing Deus Ex Media podcasts! www.deusexmedia.org   This episode featured: Christina Kann https://linktr.ee/christinakann Christina plugged When No One Is Watching by Alyssa Cole https://bookshop.org/a/97181/9780062982650 Also This Is How You Lose the Time War by Amal El-Mohtar and Max Gladstone https://bookshop.org/a/97181/9781534430990 Brooke Matherly IG @passion_for_parks https://www.instagram.com/passion_for_parks/ Brooke plugged The Butcher of the Forest by Premee Mohamed https://bookshop.org/a/97181/9781250881786 Special guest Taylor IG https://www.instagram.com/ginnythegryffindoodle/ Taylor plugged establishing a designated driver for your Halloween fun and partying safely! Also The Message by Ta-Nehisi Coates https://bookshop.org/a/97181/9780593230381 Also The Weekly Show https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-weekly-show-with-jon-stewart/id1583132133

Is romance dead? Not on Keep It Fictional today! Corene, Emma, and Sadie dive deep today into all things romance, from what they like about the genre, to how they feel about the many tropes in romance fiction. Books mentioned on this show: The Perks of Loving a Wallflower by Erica Ridley, Finding Mr. Write by Kelley Armstrong, and A Duke by Default by Alyssa Cole.

Jamie and Chelsea discuss library programs, book clubs, and books they're reading and recommending. Books mentioned include:The Collected Regrets of Clover by Mikki BrammerA Simple Favor by Darcey BellThe Doomsday Mother by John GlattFunny Story by Emily HenryThe Devil Behind the Badge by Rick JervisCrow Talk by Eileen Garvin The Music of Bees by Eileen Garvin Agatha Raisin Series by M.C. BeatonOne of Us Knows by Alyssa Cole 

It's coming up on the end of Season 6, and that means we're talking about one of Sarah's books! We're finishing up (or beginning?) the Bareknuckle Bastards series today with a deep dive of Sarah's Wicked and the Wallflower, the first in her Bareknuckle Bastards series--part Rumplestiltskin retelling, part Peaky Blinders fic, all justifiable face punching and ode to the darkness. This is the series she loves the best, and Jen just might agree. You can get Wicked and the Wallflower in print, ebook and audiobook at: Amazon, Barnes & Noble, Apple Books, Kobo, or wherever you get your books. It's also currently free with your monthly subscription to Kindle Unlimited.The BooksWicked and the Wallflower by Sarah MacLeanBrazen and the Beast by Sarah MacLeanDaring and the Duke by Sarah MacLeanThe Day of the Duchess by Sarah MacLeanThe NotesWicked and the Wallflower was so early in the life of the podcast that we didn't do a deep dive, so here you go! You can follow up by listening to deep dives of Brazen and the Beast and Daring and the Duke, both available wherever you get your books, and free with your monthly subscription to Kindle Unlimited.Last week, Sarah and Jen were at Steamy Lit Con in Anaheim. There was a terrific panel on the 30th anniversary of the publication of Beverly Jenkins's Night Song. Artist Shannon Donahue made a very cool sketch of the panel, which along with Beverly Jenkins included Jeanne Lin, Adriana Herrera, Diana Quincy, and Alyssa Cole. Some of the influences on Wicked and the Wallflower include the fairy tale of Rumpelstiltskin, Tommy Shelby from Peaky Blinders, the 99% Invisible podcast about Perfect Security, the Disney movie Frozen, and Gavin Weightman's The Frozen Water Trade. The SponsorsKayla Grosse, author of Silver Foxed, available in print, ebook, and audiobook, or with your...

Given the hot weather -- and the depressing politics -- you may be looking for an easy "beach read" for the beach, or maybe just the break room or bedroom. Laurie Dreyer, manager of Troy Public Library's Lansingburgh branch, has five suggestions, in various settings. The first four she heard of from the website blackgirlnerds.com: "Summer on the Bluffs" (Sunny Hostin, 2021, on Martha's Vineyard); "Drunk on Love" (Jasmine Guillory, 2022, in a Napa Valley winery); "Honey and Spice" (Bolu Babalola, 2022 in a radio program!); and "The Accidental Pinup" (Danielle Jackson, 2022, in a photography studio). The fifth one is a thriller: "When No One Is Watching" (Alyssa Cole, 2020, in a Brooklyn neighborhood). For more details, stop by the Lansingburg branch at 27 114th St., or visit www.thetroylibrary.org. To find other libraries in New York State, see https://www.nysl.nysed.gov/libdev/libs/#Find. Produced by Brea Barthel for Hudson Mohawk Magazine.

Sydney Green nasceu e foi criada no Brooklyn, em Nova York, mas cada vez que ela pisca os olhos seu amado bairro parece mudar. Condomínios se espalham como erva daninha, placas de “vende-se” surgem da noite para o dia e os vizinhos que ela conhece a vida toda estão sumindo.

Alyssa Cole is an award-winning, New York Times and USA Today bestselling author of thrillers and romance (historical, contemporary, and sci-fi). Her books have received critical acclaim from Library Journal, BuzzFeed, Kirkus, Booklist, Jezebel, Vulture, Book Riot, Entertainment Weekly, and various other outlets. When she's not working, she can usually be found watching anime or wrangling her many pets. Killer Women Podcast is copyrighted by Authors on the Air Global Radio Network #podcast #author #interview #authors #KillerWomen #KillerWomenPodcast #authorsontheair #podcast #podcaster #killerwomen #killerwomenpodcast #authors #authorsofig #authorsofinstagram #authorinterview #writingcommunity #authorsontheair #suspensebooks #authorssupportingauthors #thrillerbooks #suspense #wip #writers #writersinspiration #books #bookrecommendations #bookaddict #bookaddicted #bookaddiction #bibliophile #read #amreading #lovetoread #daniellegirard #daniellegirardbooks #alyssacole #williammorrow

Alyssa Cole is an award-winning, New York Times and USA Today bestselling author of thrillers and romance (historical, contemporary, and sci-fi). Her books have received critical acclaim from Library Journal, BuzzFeed, Kirkus, Booklist, Jezebel, Vulture, Book Riot, Entertainment Weekly, and various other outlets. When she's not working, she can usually be found watching anime or wrangling her many pets. Killer Women Podcast is copyrighted by Authors on the Air Global Radio Network #podcast #author #interview #authors #KillerWomen #KillerWomenPodcast #authorsontheair #podcast #podcaster #killerwomen #killerwomenpodcast #authors #authorsofig #authorsofinstagram #authorinterview #writingcommunity #authorsontheair #suspensebooks #authorssupportingauthors #thrillerbooks #suspense #wip #writers #writersinspiration #books #bookrecommendations #bookaddict #bookaddicted #bookaddiction #bibliophile #read #amreading #lovetoread #daniellegirard #daniellegirardbooks #alyssacole #williammorrow

Trisha is joined by special guest Vanessa Diaz, Managing Editor for Book Riot, and they talk about reading habits, books they love, and why third person present narration is so weird. Follow the podcast via RSS, Apple Podcasts, or Spotify. To get even more romance recs and news, sign up for our Kissing Books newsletter! Looking to elevate your reading life? Tailored Book Recommendations is here to help with handpicked recommendations. Tell the Bibliologists at Tailored Book Recommendations about what you love and what you don't. You can get your recommendations via email or receive hardcovers or paperbacks in the mail. And with quarterly or annual plans available, TBR has something for every budget. Plans start at just $18! Subscribe today. This content contains affiliate links. When you buy through these links, we may earn an affiliate commission. Books Discussed The Familiar by Leigh Bardugo Aphrodite and the Duke by J.J. McAvoy The Kiss Countdown by Etta Easton The Widow of Rose House by Diana Biller Boyfriend Material and 10 Things That Never Happened by Alexis Hall The Switch and The Road Trip by Beth O'Leary The Sitcom Star and The Reluctant Heartthrob by Jackie Lau The Primas of Power series, including A Lot Like Adiós, You Had Me at Hola, and Along Came Amor by Alexis Daria Vanessa also mentioned Alyssa Cole - there's no wrong place to start with Alyssa Cole, but if you're looking for ideas, check out Let It Shine and/or A Princess in Theory! Let us know what you're reading, what you're thinking, and what you're thinking about what you're reading! As always, you can find Jess and Trisha at the WIR email address (wheninromance@bookriot.com), and Vanessa is on the socials @BuenosDiazSD. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Tune in as Vanessa Ondi (Best Week Ever Podcast) collaborates with Arthur to review and recap When No One Is Watching by Alyssa Cole, the 2020 thriller novel that's been marketed as a cross between Rear Window and Get Out (and was also one of Arthur's top books of 2020). Distrusting the cops, getting deeply irritated by the persistent and widespread microaggressions of our world, rooting for a free Palestine, and sharing ambivalent thoughts on how this book wraps itself up comprise some of the topics that the hosts cover on this episode.  TW: racism, murder, gun violence, police brutality, forced institutionalization, hate crimes, toxic relationships, gaslighting, parental death, discussion of slavery, grief, alcohol, mention of past domestic abuse, infidelity, drug abuse, suicide, and a minor-to-moderate amount of sexual content Spoilers start at 21:00 Here's how you can learn more about Palestine and Israel: http://decolonizepalestine.com Here's how you can act to help stop Israel's genocide of Palestine: http://linktr.ee/savegaza Here's how you can send eSIM cards to Palestinians in order to help them stay connected online: https://www.gazaesims.com Good Word: • Vanessa: Answered Prayers by Truman Capote and FX's Feud: Capote vs. The Swans • Arthur: Paradise Now Reach out at email2centscritic@yahoo.com if you want to recommend things to watch and read, share anecdotes, or just say hello! Be sure to subscribe, rate, and review on iTunes or any of your preferred podcasting platforms! Follow Arthur on Twitter, Goodpods, StoryGraph, Letterboxd, and TikTok: @arthur_ant18 Follow the podcast on Twitter: @two_centscritic Follow the podcast on Instagram: @twocentscriticpod Follow Arthur on Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/user/show/144101970-arthur-howell 2 Cents Critic Linktree: https://linktr.ee/two_centscritic?utm_source=linktree_profile_share<sid=ee249719-2d0b-44da-976e-746606b942aa --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/arthur746/message

When No One is Watching is a thriller written by Alyssa Cole which is a gem that I luckily stumbled upon via the Apple Book app. The book was published September 1st of 2020 and went on to becoming a New York Times best seller. When No One is Watching follows Sydney Green as she has just moved back to her hometown of Brooklyn. As soon as she gets back she notices how the neighborhood is changing and the neighbors she has known her entire life start to vanish overnight...literally. A lot can happen in a week and this book proves that. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ibn87dc/message

Welcome to Episode 56 of Thrillers by the Bookclub Podcast! Join your hosts Chelsea and Olivia as we talk about the latest in thrillers including shout outs for Pub Day and a deep dive into two books we love. Chelsea's Books: The Jigsaw Man by Nadine Matheson, When No One Is Watching by Alyssa Cole, Razorblade Tears by SA Cosby, We Lie Here by Rachel Howzell Hall, As The Wicked Watch by Tamron Hall Olivia's Books: All Her Little Secrets by Wanda M. Morris, Not So Perfect Strangers by LS Stratton, Missing White Woman by Kellye Garrett, Jackal by Erin E Adams, Down the River Unto the Sea by Walter Mosley Contact Us! Email: thrillersbythebookclubpod@gmail.com Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@thrillersbythebookclubpod⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@thrillersbythebookclub⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Chelsea:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠@thrillerbookbabe⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠   Olivia:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠@oliviadaywallace⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠  Happy Pub Day! WHAT FEASTS AT NIGHT by T. Kingfisher THE SPLIT by Kit Frick VILLAGE IN THE DARK By Iris Yamashita THE RESORT by Sara Ochs ORIGINAL SINS by Erin Young

Your annual reminder that you should be reading diverse books all year long. But we get it, sometimes it can be a struggle to know where to start, or to get out of the algorithm of white lady authors. Both books this episode are Audible Originals and no longer than 8 hours. One gives How to Lose a Guy in Ten Days vibes, in the best possible way when our main character agrees to be a starter ex for her little sister's crush. The other is set in a future world ruled mostly by AI, and the main human character has to help a stolen robot learn how to be more human.Books Discussed:The Starter Ex by Mia SosaThe A.I. That Loved Me by Alyssa Cole

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This week we're joined by Nichole Perkins for a special conversation about her first romance novel experience and A Duke by Default by Alyssa Cole. Nichole and Vanessa are co-leading an A Duke By Default pilgrimage in Edinburgh, Scotland in May 2024. Learn more (and sign-up) here! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome back Britt LaShea fam, I'm glad you could join me :-).  Today  on Britt LaShea Speaks we discuss: ** The new Peacock Series "The Continental" ** Alyssa Cole's novel "When No One is Watching" ** WOTW - Sonder ** Check out more episodes on Spotify, iTunes, Radio Public, Breaker, Google Podcast, Overcast, Castbox by searching for "Britt LaShea Speaks."  Also chime in on Instagram (@blt_speaks), and Facebook (@brittlasheaspeaks), or call in to leave a message at (615) 424-7856. Please keep your message to 60 seconds or less so I may post it. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/britt-speaks/support

Moiya is joined by bestselling author Alyssa Cole, who wanted to imagine a world inhabited by giant gentle rodents.  HOSTED by Dr. Moiya McTier (@GoAstroMo), astrophysicist and folklorist GUEST Alyssa Cole is a New York Times and USA Today Bestselling author of romance and thrillers like When No One is Watching, An Extraordinary Union, and A Princess in Theory. SPONSORS Design your own mini statue at heroforge.com Get high-quality puzzles at Ravensburger.us   HOUSEKEEPING Join the Multicrew at Multicrew.club Order my book, THE MILKY WAY: https://www.grandcentralpublishing.com/titles/moiya-mctier/the-milky-way/9781538754153/ BUY EXOLORE SWAG: store.dftba.com/collections/exolore   FIND US ONLINE patreon: patreon.com/exolorepod twitter: twitter.com/ExolorePod instagram: instagram.com/exolorepod website: exolorepod.com subreddit: reddit.com/r/ExolorePod

Joshua's Pick:A Day of Fallen Night (The Roots of Chaos, #0) by Samantha Shannon | GoodreadsBrittney's Pick:Gilded (Gilded, #1) by Marissa Meyer | GoodreadsOther Things We Mentioned:Reluctant Royals Series by Alyssa Cole (goodreads.com)Runaway Royals Series by Alyssa Cole (goodreads.com)Ghosts of Football Past (radiolab.org)Independence Day (4/5) Movie CLIP - The President's Speech (1996) HD - Bing videoLord of the Rings: The Return of the King (2003) - Theoden's Charge Scene | Movieclips - Bing videoThe Happy Writer Podcast - Marissa MeyerFind us at:Podcast Website: https://swordsstarships.buzzsprout.comInstagram: Brittney and Joshua (@swordsnstarships) • Instagram photos and videosEmail: Starships@coosbaylibrary.orgOur Library's Facebook Page: Coos Bay Public Library | FacebookCoos Bay Public Library's Instagram: CoosBayLibrary (@coosbaylibrary) • Instagram photos and videos

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THE OTHER BLACK GIRL by Zakiya Dalila Harris When being black in the workplace goes wrong… Nella swallows covert racism in her editorial position as the only black woman in the company until Hazel arrives. Invoking the best friend to enemy trope, this book slowly reveals the conspiracy that Nella is up against. SPOILER ALERT: Hair grease is the weapon. Jesus be a fence! Further reading: ‘When No One is Watching' by Alyssa Cole & ‘The Sellout' by Paul Beatty Similar movies” ‘They Cloned Tyrone' & ‘US' Want to stay in touch? IG: @A.IdlePodcast Gmail: A.IdlePodcast@gmail.com Thank you!

A review of "When No One Is Watching" by Alyssa Cole, a thriller and romance about gentrification in a fictional neighborhood in Brooklyn, NY. Show notes are available at http://noirehistoir.com/blog/when-no-one-is-watching-book-review.

Katie McLain Horner and Kendra Winchester discuss their most anticipated book for the second half of 2023! Follow the podcast via RSS, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or Stitcher. Sign up for our Unusual Suspects newsletter to get even more mystery/thriller recs and news! What do S.A. Cosby, Khaled Hosseini, Sarah Bakewell, and Yahdon Israel have in common? They've been guests on Book Riot's newest podcast, First Edition where BookRiot.com co-founder Jeff O'Neal explores the wide bookish world. Subscribe to hear them and stay to hear Book Riot's editors pick the "it" book of the month. This content contains affiliate links. When you buy through these links, we may earn an affiliate commission. NEWS STOP THE PRESSES: TANA FRENCH HAS A NEW BOOK COMING IN 2024!!!! Alyssa Cole also has a new thriller coming out!!  Crime Reads Best of List for the first half of 2023 BOOKS DISCUSSED Where All the Light Tends to Go - David Joy Happiness Falls - Angie Kim (August 29) Bright Young Women - Jessica Knoll (Sept. 19) The Reformatory - Tananarive Due (October 31)  Here in the Dark: Stories - Meagan Lucas (July 27th) Those We Thought We Knew - David Joy (August 1st) I'm Not Done with You Yet - Jessica Q. Sutanto August 22nd) How Can I Help You - Laura Sims The Centre - Ayesha Manazir Siddigi The Mistress of Bhatia House - Sujata Massey If you want to send an email with feedback or show suggestions, you can reach us at readordead@bookriot.com. Otherwise you can: Find Kendra on Instagram and Twitter @kdwinchester Find Katie on Twitter @kt_librarylady And we will talk to you all next time! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hannah and Laura haven't talked in a while so they spend an hour of this episode chatting and going off on tangents.  They talk movie franchises they love, TV shows they gave a second chance, and how they feel conflicted about the thriller genre. Then they cover a HUGE chunk of the plot of Jade War by Fonda Lee.Median Mentions: Jade City by Fonda LeeJade War by Fonda LeeJade Legacy by Fonda LeeJaws---PeacockJurassic Park---PeacockE.T.---PeacockGremlins---PeacockDumbo---Disney+The Bear---HuluAndor---Disney+Girls---HBOmaxChildren of Time by Adrian TchaikovskyWitch King by Martha WellsSay Nothing by Patrick Radden KeefeDerry Girls---NetflixDevil in the White City by Erik LarsonMissing---NetflixAll the Missing Girls by Megan MirandaThe Silent Patient by Alex MichaelidesPiranesi by Susanna ClarkeJackal by Erin E. AdamsGone Girl by Gillian FlynnThe SnowmanThe Bechdel Cast PodcastHow Did This Get Made PodcastWhen No One Is Watching by Alyssa Cole@lynaevanee on InstagramHow I Met Your Mother---HuluBe sure to follow OWWR Pod!www.owwrpod.com Twitter: @OwwrPodInstagram: @owwrpodHive: @owwrpodSend us an email at: owwrpod@gmail.comCheck out OWWR Patreon: patreon.com/owwrpodOr join OWWR Discord! We'd love to chat with you!You can follow Hannah at:Instagram: @brews.and.booksYou can follow Laura at:Instagram: @goodbooksgreatgoatsTwitter: @myyypodHive: @myyypod

In which Caroline (pathological people pleaser) and Hannah (argumentative, antithetical dream girl) gain an enemy, lose the plot, and probably talk about books at some point.Reminders:- Check out our Old School School Syllabus and read along with us:↳ Tune in on June 2nd for Lesson #4: Flowers from the Storm by Laura Kinsale↳ NOTE: We've moved Texas Destiny by Lorraine Heath to 6/16 and The Flame and the Flower to 8/11- Subscribe to Romance Your TBR on Substack↳ Get monthly updates from your local spinsters, access to show notes and bingo cards, newsletter giveaways, and exclusive tipsy podcast episodesShow Notes:- Hi Hater, Bye Hater meme- Nicole Kidman AMC ad: AMC Theatres. We Make Movies Better.Intro: (00:00)~ Duke Most Wicked, Lenora Bell~ The Widow Rules Series, Janna MacGregor- Mrs. Nash's Ashes, Sarah Adler - (13:10)- The Beast of Beswick & The Rakehell of Roth, Amalie Howard - (16:45)~ The Wolf of Westmore, Amalie HowardYA Historical Romance Recs - (21:58)~ Queen Bee, Amalie Howard~ Dangerous Alliance: An Austentacious Romance, Jennieke Cohen~ Bellegarde, Jamie Lilac- Game of Dukes Series, Grace Callaway - (24:00)~ The Duke Identity~ Enter the Duke~ Regarding the Duke~ The Duke Redemption~ Return of the Duke- Wild Rain, Beverly Jenkins - (26:28)- Old West Series, Beverly Jenkins - (29:52)~ Forbidden~ Breathless~ Tempest- A Night to Surrender, Tessa Dare - (34:05)- That Summer Feeling, Bridget Morrissey - (42:00)- [ARC] Say Yes to the Princess, Charis Michaels - (42:20)- The Bareknuckle Bastards Series, Sarah MacLean - (45:05)~ Wicked and the Wallflower~ Brazen and the Beast~ Daring and the Duke- Bombshell & Heartbreaker, Sarah MacLean - (46:42)- A Duke by Default, Alyssa Cole - (47:10)- Murder for the Modern Girl & A Starlet's Secret to a Sensational Afterlife, Kendall Kulper - (48:06)Old School School Updates - (52:40)Outro: (54:55)Socials:- Follow the podcast @romanceyourtbr on Instagram & Twitter & Youtube & Goodreads- Follow Hannah @fringebookreviews on Instagram, Goodreads, & TikTok, and @fringebookhan on Twitter- Follow Caroline @salty_caroline_reads on TikTok & Instagram, and @salty_caroline_ on Twitter(Disclaimer: Image by Freepik)

Hi comrades! As our hiatus slowly draws to a close, we're bringing you this delicious opposites attract, Sapphic Anastasia retelling, HOW TO FIND A PRINCESS by Alyssa Cole. Have the best time with this one, and we'll see you soon!   Hey pals! Today, we're raving over HOW TO FIND A PRINCESS by Alyssa Cole. Makeda is a hardworking gal/people-pleaser trying to avoid her alleged secret royal past and Bez is chaos embodied who's trying to avenge her grandmother's honor. This book is hilarious and sexy as hell and it takes place on a boat! Who can resist falling in love on a boat? It's an Anastasia retelling for the gays and we're so happy we read it. Throw in the fictional World Federation of Monarchists, a demon cat, and feral grandmothers and this book hits the perfect spot. Enjoy! Brazen banter: Corset slander resistance (because Alison can't resist)! John Mayer's secret Montana home! Ra-ra-rasputin! Cat Scale: 8 Revolutionary Resources The truth about corsets Anastasia (1997) Crookshanks the cat Sea slugs! Leon the Lobster Man finds 13 kittens   Subscribe! Follow! Rate! Review! Tell your friends and family all about us! Connect with us on the interwebs! WE HAVE MERCH Instagram: @wereaditonenight Twitter: @wereaditpodcast Facebook: We Read It One Night TikTok: @wereaditonenight Email: wereaditonenight [at] gmail.com

Join Yajaira and Cheli as they discuss this thriller where gentrification is happening and an EXTREME level.become our Patron ♡ https://www.patreon.com/BookFixBusiness Inquiries: thebookfixpodcast@gmail.comfollow us on Tiktok! ♡ https://www.tiktok.com/@thebookfix

Romance author Margot Radcliffe and friends Maura, Jina, Hattie, Megan and Phil discuss the An Unconditional Freedom podcast episode of Guys Read Romance. 

Romance author Margot Radcliffe chats with guy friend Phil Albertson about An Unconditional Freedom by Alyssa Cole.   Video referenced in this podcast:  Immortal Technique - The Poverty of Philosophy https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bURgTLHryrg

This week, Sharifah discusses two of her favorite SF/F reads with wintery vibes. Follow the podcast via RSS here, Apple Podcasts here, Spotify here. The show can also be found on Stitcher here. To get even more SF/F news and recs, sign up for our Swords and Spaceships newsletter! This content contains affiliate links. When you buy through these links, we may earn an affiliate commission. BOOKS DISCUSSED Spinning Silver by Naomi Novik (cw: antisemitism, domestic abuse, child abuse, mention of rape & sexual assault, death of a child, animal death) Radio Silence by Alyssa Cole (cw: racism, attempted rape) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week, Sara, Shannon, and guest presenter Robin are recommending queer romances. Titles mentioned include: Patricia D. Eddy, Braving His Past (Away From Keyboard #8) Erica Ridley, The Perks of Loving a Wallflower (The Wild Wynchesters #2) E.E. Ottoman, The Companion Talia Hibbert, Work for It (Just for Him #4) Alyssa Cole, How To Find a Princess (Runaway Royals #2) Cole McCade, Just Like This (Albin Academy #2) Emma Scott, Someday, Someday Gregory Ashe, Pretty Pretty Boys (Hazard and Somerset #1) Jane Walsh, The Inconvenient Heiress (Spinsters of Inverley #1) Chloe Liese, Everything for You (Bergman Brothers #5) Anita Kelly, Love & Other Disasters Harper Fox, Priddy's Tale You can always contact the Book Bistro team by searching @BookBistroPodcast on facebook, or visiting: https://www.facebook.com/BookBistroPodcast/ You can also send an email to: TheBookBistroPodcast@gmail.com For more information on the podcast and the team behind it, please visit: http://anchor.fm/book-bistro

Episode 103 November 11, 2022 On the Needles 1:13 ALL KNITTING LINKS GO TO RAVELRY UNLESS OTHERWISE NOTED.  Please visit our Instagram page @craftcookreadrepeat for non-Rav photos and info     Quartzonite by Yvette Noel, The Lemonade Shop Simple Sock in Fricken Bats– DONE!!   Tii Pullover by Joji Locatelli, Machete Shoppe Dirty DK in Eucalyptus   Easy Stripes Blanket by Joan of Dark aka Toni Carr, Knit Picks Brava Worsted in Currant and Dove Heather, Caron Simply Soft in Bone   Shawlography by Stephen West Lisa Souza SAWK in "green jay" Louie & Lola fingering in "pacific" Oink Targhee Sock in "eye of the tiger" Oink Targhee Sock in "in the navy" Oink Targhee Sock in "random carp"   On the Easel 12:30 Birds + Breakables with egg cups & feathers! Keep an eye on my IG account for sneak peeks. Gouachevember– the community-driven, gouache-focused challenge hosted by Daria, and co-sponsored by us both. On the Table 16:17 Pumpkin cheesecake bars from 100 cookies    Julia Turshen cooking class A Happens-to-be-Vegan Halloween Meal [Pumpkin Spice Espresso Martini / Rice Pilaf with Carrots + Turmeric / Black Bean + Tomato Stew / Roasted Squash Agrodolce / Chocolate Chip Pumpkin Bread]   Street Fair Stuffed mushrooms from Simply Julia    Spatchcocked chicken with garlic, lemon & parsley sauce. Beef Barley stew Lots of cookies from 100 Cookies   Polenteria new gluten free Italian restaurant in the SF Bay Area   On the Nightstand 32:06 We are now a Bookshop.org affiliate!  You can visit our shop to find books we've talked about or click on the links below.  The books are supplied by local independent bookstores and a percentage goes to us at no cost to you!   Wrong Place Wrong Time by Gillian McAllister (audio)  Marple: Twelve New Mysteries by Naomi Alderman, Leigh Bardugo, Alyssa Cole, Lucy Foley, Elly Griffiths, Natalie Haynes, Jean Kwok, Val McDermid, Karen M. McManus, Dreda Say Mitchell, Kate Mosse, Ruth Ware, Agatha Christie (Creator)  The Kiss Curse by Erin Sterling Wife of the Gods by Kwei Quartey (audio) Darko Dawson #1  Memory of Souls by Jen Lyons  On the Rooftop by Margaret Wilkerson Sexton The Lovers by Paolo Cognetti, trans. Stash Luczkiw Songbirds by Christy Lefteri The Crane Wife by CJ Hauser We are the Light by Matthew Quick  

Hello friends,Stephanie Shonekan is an author and musicologist who has worked with the BBC, public radio and written and taught extensively on music, from soul music, to country music, and Nigerian and African-American hip hop. Shonekan serves as the dean of the College of Arts and Humanities at the University of Maryland, and we have created a podcast together, Cover Story with Stephanie Shonekan, at the University of Missouri and NPR-affiliate KBIA. Cover Story is all about life, history, love, identity, and music - through our culture's favorite songs. And that is also what Stephanie Shonekan's work is about. So: We talked about reading Jane Austen while growing up and going to college in Nigeria - and how the stories of Austen might play for young readers in Nigeria growing up and growing into life and literature. Again, it's all about: culture, identity, love, and the stories we tell. In this conversation, Shonekan talks about the fact that in Nigeria as a colonial and post-colonial country, she was introduced to characters and stories that did not reflect her family, her friends, and herself - and that was both an awakening of sorts, and also a painful thing to discover. Her answer? To go and find the authors and the classic literature of Nigeria, her home country. Enter: Classic writers like : Chimimanda Adichie, Buchi Emecheta, Wole Solinka, and  Chinua Achebe. And she asks a very simple but powerful question: Why weren't these writers introduced to her as part of her education? Why did she have to go and discover them for herself? This is a question about the canon of classic literature - and how something that can bring transformation and joy, like classic literature, can also, and has been, used to disseminate power, nationalism and empire, and can be deployed to erase culture and identity.Dean Stephanie Shonekan, in this episode, talks with us about discovering the stories of Jane Austen, and then discovering stories of her own. And then, finally, circling back to come to terms with the stories of Jane Austen. And also: Bridgerton. Because in any conversation about romance, race, and the stories we tell, we have to talk about Bridgerton, right?!Enjoy this excerpt of our conversation: Links and Community* The Woman of Colour: A Tale is a Regency story chronicling the life, love and adventure of a Black heiress, Olivia Fairchild, who travels from a Jamaican plantation to 19th century England to marry. Here's a wonderful edition from Broadview Press published in 2007 with historical notes by Professor Lyndon Dominique. Some teachers are including this book alongside Austen, an inclusion that would seem to direct address the canon of literary works and what gets taught - let us know if you are doing that and how it went for your class. * Stephanie Shonekan references some Nigerian classics, including: Chimimanda Adichie, Buchi Emecheta, Wole Solinka, Chinua Achebe, * Patricia Matthew is a well-known author and professor whom many of you in this community know and love. Professor Matthew has written about her complicated feelings about reading Jane Austen, with “On Teaching, but not Loving, Jane Austen,”   and on Bridgerton here, and on how she embraced her inner Emma - who can relate?! * Here's Chimimanda Adichie's talk on The Power of Story - that is referenced in this conversation* We also talked about the writing of Alyssa Cole and her historic and contemporary romance fiction. Here's the Loyal League series featuring romances set in the Civil War among a network of Black spies working to overturn the Confederacy, which looks absolutely amazing.    Get full access to The Austen Connection at austenconnection.substack.com/subscribe

Sometimes we need a promised happily ever after. Sanjana Basker talks about the value of joy, feminism, and sexual empowerment in romance books. Romance books are about love, community, and connection, some things often undervalued in society today. Sanjana and I dive deep into all the reasons we love these books and the community surrounding them. Like romance books themselves, while not all of the episode is about sex, it is part of it. We go into a deeply academic conversation about sex at around minute 42, so if that's not something you enjoy, you may want to skip to minute 58. Find Sanjana TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@baskinsuns Twitter - https://twitter.com/baskinsuns Newsletter - https://baskinsuns.substack.com/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/sanjanabasker/ Linktree - https://linktr.ee/baskinsuns From the Episode Love is a Practice of Freedom Essay - https://uucsj.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/bell-hooks-Love-as-the-Practice-of-Freedom.pdf Jia Tolentino Interview with Ezra Klein on The Grey Area - https://podtail.com/en/podcast/the-ezra-klein-show/best-of-jia-tolentino-on-what-happens-when-life-is/ Fated Mates Podcast - https://fatedmates.net/ Indie Authors Mentioned in the Episode: Rebekah Weatherspoon: https://rebekahweatherspoon.com/ Naima Simone: https://naimasimone.com/ Kennedy Ryan: https://kennedyryanwrites.com/ Kimberly Lemming: https://www.kimberlylemming.com/ Book Recommendations for newcomers to Romance Contemporary Well Met by Jen DeLuca - https://www.jendeluca.com/well-met The Brown Sisters Trilogy by Talia Hibbert - https://www.taliahibbert.com/series/the-brown-sisters/ In a Jam by Kate Canterbary - https://katecanterbary.com/v2books/in-a-jam/ Historical 9 Rules To Break When Romancing A Rake by Sarah Maclean https://www.sarahmaclean.net/nine-rules-to-break-when-romancing-a-rake (any Sarah Maclean) The Duchess War by Courtney Milan https://www.courtneymilan.com/the-duchess-war/ (any Courtney Milan) The Castles Ever After series by Tessa Dare - https://tessadare.com/connected-books/castles-ever-after-series/ An Extraordinary Union by Alyssa Cole - https://alyssacole.com/an-extraordinary-union/ Fantasy/Paranormal That Time I Got Drunk & Saved a Demon by Kimberly Lemming - https://www.kimberlylemming.com/general-5 Radiance by Grace Draven - https://gracedraven.com/book/11

WRITERS' BLOCK Ron Block and Patti Callahan Henry celebrate the release of Marple: Twelve New Stories with contributers Alyssa Cole and Jean Kwok, discussing their short stories, the enduring popularity of Agatha Christie and how the project came together.

Hi, It's future Gwen. Danielle and I planned to take the month of September off, but leave you with a few episodes before the hiatus. Life got in the way of our plans, and due to hectic travel and writing schedules, and attempting to spend time with family before the end of the summer – we had to take a longer break than we originally expected. We're back with three brand-new episodes this month, including interviews with Denise Williams and Celestine Martin. But first, Danielle and I share our most anticipated fall entertainment. Just for some context, we recorded this conversation before TIFF and the Venice Film Festival. Vibe Check Danielle and Gwen are out here surviving and thriving! It was Danielle's daughter's 8th birthday and Gwen did ALL OF HER LAUNDRY. Please clap.  * Main Discussion Danielle's 4th Quarter Goal/Intention: Get back on a regular writing schedule Gwen's 4th Quarter Goal/Intention: Intermittent Fasting + Fall activities (apple picking!) Danielle's Favorite Fall Recipe: Pumpkin Pie Cobbler (I used 1 TBSP of pumpkin pie spice instead of individual spices and leave out the orange extract) Gwen's Favorite Fall Recipe: Shepherd's Pie  * Fall 2022 Recs! SEPTEMBER-OCTOBER Danielle: Lord of the Rings: Rings of Power (9/2 Amazon Prime), the return of Abbot Elementary (9/21; Quinta Burnson Awards Chatter podcast interview), Celebrity Jeopardy and Celebrity Wheel of Fortune, the return of Miss Scarlett and the Duke (10/16, PBS), The Woman King (9/16), Blonde (9/23, Netflix), Don't Worry Darling (9/23), Do You Take This Man by Denise Williams (9/6), The Caretaker by Alyssa Cole (9/6); On the Hustle by Adriana Herrera (10/11), The Belle of Bellgrave Square by Mimi Matthews (10/11) Gwen: Celebrity Jeopardy (9/25); Monarch (9/20 Fox); So Help Me Todd (9/29 CBS); Alaska Daily (10/6 ABC); Young Rock (11/4 NBC); Interview with the Vampire (10/2 AMC); A League of Their Own (August Amazon), The Silent Twins (9/16); Bros (9/30); Ticket to Paradise (10/21); New season of You Must Remember This; Yeah Yeah Yeahs “Cool It Down” NOVEMBER-DECEMBER Danielle: A Knives Out Mystery (November), Amsterdam (11/4), Black Panther: Wakanda Forever (11/11), Pride and Protest by Nikki Payne (11/15); Well Traveled by Jen DeLuca (12/6) Gwen: The Menu (11/18); She Said (11/18); Empire of Light (12/9); I Wanna Dance with Somebody (12/21)  * Goals/Comfort & Joy Danielle FINALLY cleaned her house and needs to drink more water after a very busy publication month. She has been finding immense joy in Nothing Bundt Cakes confetti buntinis. Gwen is continuing to potty train her puppy and would like to work on her squats. The Bellevue Candle in Vanilla and Monk Fruit (from our beloved Costco) is the perfect scent to bring a sense of comfort.  * EMAIL US! Thoughts or questions? Email us at podcast@freshfiction.com. * Find us on the Socials! Gwen Reyes Twitter Facebook Instagram Danielle Jackson Twitter Instagram Fresh Fiction Twitter Facebook Instagram EventBrite

As technology advances, it brings up so many very important questions. Is there a Turing test for the heart? Do androids dream of electric sheets? We endeavor to find out because today we're doing robits!! For this Asimovian episode, we read "The A.I. Who Loved Me" by Alyssa Cole and "Love Machine: An Erotic Robot Romance (The Body Electric Book 1)" by Electra Shepherd. Our definitely human and not replicant hosts discuss very helpful dishwashers, hydraulic cocks, and when things get too heavy for erotica. Support us on Patreon! patreon.com/fmklitpod

Summary: Take a bite out of the Big Apple with Holly and Devin today! They peel back the layers of New York City with books that focus on Harlem and Park Slope, Brooklyn. Holly and Devin both lived in the city (Devin for 2 years, Holly for 20) so it holds a special place in their hearts. That being said, stories set in the city can be over-romanticized and a lazy choice and the books they appreciate most have a true, granular sense of place and don't just center around Times Square.  Topics Discussed: The Heart (2:26): Devin discussed Real Men Knit by Kwana Jackson, a book that starts right after the death of Mama Joy, the adoptive mother of 4 grown men and the lynchpin of their Harlem community. She ran a knitting store for decades, and after her untimely passing the family and community are left to pick up the pieces and figure out who they are without her. Devin's key takeaways were: Kerry Fuller and Jesse Strong, the central couple of the book, are deeply connected to Mama Joy and the shop specifically, but their dynamic for most of the book feels more brother-sister than the tension you'd hope for from a friends to lovers romance.  Jesse has 3 brothers (Noah, Lucas, and Damien) who act as foils for Jesse's immaturity and propensity to ignore responsibility for the sake of sleeping with more women; they also want to close the shop which acts as the central driver for Jesse and the book's plot. Overall, this book felt more like a family and community story than it did a romance. There was a deep sense of place and connection to Harlem throughout, but the book got a steaminess rating of 2.  The Dagger (15:38): Holly discussed A Good Marriage by Kimberly McCreight, a thrilling romp that unpacks the torrid affairs and pulse-quickening drama of the wealthy Park Slope elites. NYC criminal defense attorney Lizzie receives a call from Rikers Prison - her friend from college, Zach Grayson, is in prison after his wife is found dead at the bottom of the stairs of their Brooklyn brownstone. Her key takeaways were: The book oscillates between Lizzie's first-hand account of figuring out what really happened, the wife Amanda's diary in the days leading up to her death, and Grand Jury testimony transcripts; this serves to heighten intrigue and give the reader lots of puzzle pieces to fit together.  While the book doesn't criticize gentrification directly, there is definite shade thrown at the bougie Park Slope mom's and the elite culture (including a partner-swapping sex party!) While the book had a few red herrings that felt like a stretch, Holly still rated this book very highly and recommends the book especially on audio.  Holly also wanted to recommend When No One is Watching by Alyssa Cole as a good accompaniment to A Good Marriage.  Hot On the Shelf (34:17): Holly: Kismet by Amina Akhtar Devin: Lessons in Chemistry by Bonnie Garmus What's Making Our Hearts Race (39:25): Holly: Watching Showgirls at Cinespia, Cemetery Films Devin: American Rescue Dog Show on ABC/Hulu Instagram: @heartsanddaggerspod Website: www.heartsanddaggerspod.com If you like what you hear, please tell your friends and rate and review us on Apple Podcasts and Spotify so that we can find our perfect audience. 

This episode has Bethany and Izzy gushing about recent film Mr. Malcolm's List, and discussing romance film adaptions such as Netflix recent release Persuasion.   Looking for a book mentioned in the episode? Check here! *Note that all links are affiliate links from which we earn a commission to support the podcast Books Mentioned Northanger Abbey by Jane Austen:  Mr. Malcolm's List by Suzanne Allain: https://amzn.to/3P5WOzD Lady's Guide to Celestial Mechanics by Olivia Waite: https://amzn.to/3zNVTix Ice Planet Barbarians by Ruby Dixon: https://amzn.to/3vu8aq8 Reluctant Royals by Alyssa Cole: https://amzn.to/3vxrlPK Films Mentioned Mr. Malcolm's List:https://amzn.to/3cYpHQx Emma: https://amzn.to/3Bx3EL4 The Lost City: https://amzn.to/3Sghvvf Persuasion (Netflix) Fifty Shades of Grey: https://amzn.to/3OKGbcs 365 (Netflix) Bros (forthcoming) My Policeman (forthcoming) Our Flag Means Death (HBO Max) Portrait of a Lady on Fire: https://amzn.to/3JkGbyO Colette: https://amzn.to/3OQFTAI Books from On My Radar Blood Like Fate by Liselle Sambury: https://amzn.to/3zJcT8L Scandalized by Ivy Owens: https://amzn.to/3BH5adA Furysong by Rosaria Munda: https://amzn.to/3vx7wrM Ruby Fever by Ilona Andrews: https://amzn.to/3vwpY3Y The Oleander Sword by Tasha Suri: https://amzn.to/3ORFWw7 Heartbreaker by Sarah MacLean: https://amzn.to/3OQGaDK   Follow us on Instagram, Twitter and TikTok @Chapter3Podcast or watch episodes on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCy6yRiktWbWRAFpByrVk-kg Interested in early access to episodes, private Discord channels and other perks? Consider joining the Chapter 3 Patreon!  Co-Hosts  Bethany: https://www.youtube.com/c/beautifullybookishbethany Liene: https://www.youtube.com/c/LienesLibrary Izzy: https://www.youtube.com/c/HappyforNow

You would not believe your eyes! If we had ANOTHER gay romance novel episode! Tune in this week as Rachel tells Margie all about Alyssa Cole's How to Find a Princess! Check out our Instagram  :  Twitter  :  Facebook  :  Goodreads  :   Website

Vibe Check We took a break and feel great! But we're so happy to be back!! Danielle is attempting to go on vacation and release a book and work at the bookshop all at the same time. But she actually updated the News and Events sections of her website—go look at them! Gwen got a NEW PUPPY (who is noisily chewing/playing with her bone throughout this episode)! That is both her vibe and her achievement this week, and we are here for it.  * What pop culture have we been consuming this summer? We both HIGHLY recommend The Bear (FX on Hulu). What Gwen is watching: Loot (Apple TV+), Barry (HBO Max) What Danielle is watching: Heartstopper (Netflix), Ms. Marvel (Disney+) Queen Sugar (OWN/Hulu), Wimbledon What Gwen is reading: Meet Me in The Bathroom by Lizzie Goodman What Danielle is reading: Fake It Till You Bake It by Jamie Wesley, Heartbreaker by Sara MacLean (August), Our Missing Hearts by Celeste Ng (October); re-reads: the entire Reluctant Royals Series by Alyssa Cole, all of Lore Olympus on Webtoons What Gwen is listening to: Podcasts: You Must Remember This, Spectacle podcast, You're Wrong About (Go Ask Alice); Music: Wet Leg, WILLOW, Beyonce, Bob Moses What Danielle is listening to: Podcasts: Newcomers (MCU season), Wait is This a Date w/ Drew Gregory and Christina Tucker; Music: Harry's House * Interview with Danielle Jackson (we know her!) THE ACCIDENTAL PINUP hits stores on July 19th! For buy links and info to order personalized, signed copies from independent bookstores: https://daniellejacksonbooks.com/books Website: https://daniellejacksonbooks.com/ https://twitter.com/DJacksonBooks https://www.instagram.com/djacksonbooks/ https://www.goodreads.com/daniellejackson * Goals/Comfort & Joy Danielle didn't really spend a ton of time outside like she wanted to (plans to make up for this in FL!)… This week, Danielle wants to focus on enjoying vacation and her book launch week!!!! She has found immense comfort in Ben & Jerry's Stephen Colbert's Americone Dream Ice Cream and Pilot Acroball Fine Point ballpoint pens (Gwen recommends Pentel Energel RTX pens as well) Gwen did cook for herself while her husband was on a business trip, but then her fridge died, so... This week, Gwen wants to potty train her new pup, Aria! Her comfort this week comes from La Colombe Coffee (found at our beloved Costco, natch) * EMAIL US! Thoughts or questions? Email us at podcast@freshfiction.com. * Find us on the Socials! Gwen Reyes Twitter Facebook Instagram Danielle Jackson Twitter Instagram Fresh Fiction Twitter Facebook Instagram EventBrite

Today we are thrilled to host three incredible romance authors to talk queer historical romance! Adriana Herrera, Erica Ridley and Olivia Waite join Bethany and Izzy to chat romance, real queer history, and how sapphic books are having a moment in publishing.   Adriana Herrera: https://adrianaherreraromance.com/ Erica Ridley: https://ericaridley.com/ Olivia Waite: https://www.oliviawaite.com/   Looking for a book mentioned in the episode? Check here! *Note that all links are affiliate links from which we earn a commission to support the podcast Books Mentioned A Caribbean Heiress in Paris by Adriana Herrera: https://amzn.to/3RcArKP Once Ghosted, Twice Shy by Alyssa Cole: https://amzn.to/3yHgK6A The Ladies Guide to Celestial Mechanics by Olivia Waite: https://amzn.to/3NHVHVR Red, White, and Royal Blue by Casey McQuiston: https://amzn.to/3AmZ8OT The Perks of Loving a Wallflower by Erica Ridley: https://amzn.to/3un6TR1 Dreamers series by Adriana Herrera: https://amzn.to/3OL6oZ2 Something Fabulous by Alexis Hall: https://amzn.to/3IfdHpv The Duke Heist by Erica Ridley: https://amzn.to/3ApDsBy Nobody's Princess by Erica Ridley: https://amzn.to/3ArzR66 The Companion by E.E. Ottoman: https://amzn.to/3upqKyV The Will Darling series by KJ Charles: https://amzn.to/3bQbrc3 The Queer Principles of Kitt Webb by Cat Sebastian: https://amzn.to/3RbMecg Books from On My Radar What Moves the Dead by T. Kingfisher: https://amzn.to/3uond42 Bet On It by Jodie Slaughter: https://amzn.to/3yjlii6 Wrath Goddess Sing by Maya Dean: https://amzn.to/3yGjbXl August Kitko and the Mechas from Space by Alex White: https://amzn.to/3Ava7G9 After Hours on Milagro Street by Angelina Lopez: https://amzn.to/3bCZAOw Youngblood by Sasha Laurens: https://amzn.to/3unMMCe The Daughter of Doctor Moreau by Silvia Moreno-Garcia: https://amzn.to/3R6iFsP Signal to Noice by Silvia Moreno-Garcia: https://amzn.to/3P6waa9 High Times in the Low Parliament by Kelly Robson: https://amzn.to/3nABSp1   Follow us on Instagram, Twitter and TikTok @Chapter3Podcast or watch episodes on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCy6yRiktWbWRAFpByrVk-kg Interested in early access to episodes, private Discord channels and other perks? Consider joining the Chapter 3 Patreon!  Co-Hosts  Bethany: https://www.youtube.com/c/beautifullybookishbethany Liene: https://www.youtube.com/c/LienesLibrary Izzy: https://www.youtube.com/c/HappyforNow

Special guest, author, and Alyssa Cole superfan Danielle Jackson joins us! A reformed partygirl, a grouchy swordsmith, and a slow burn that had us rolling on the floor from the tension--we loved Alyssa Cole's A Duke by Default!Links from the episode: Danielle's Instagram Capris book island  Adorned by Nicole  The nap ministryFollow us on Instagram and show us some love with a five star review on Apple Podcasts! Buy Steph's books HERE and check out Helen's yoga and comedy schedule HERE .We love you very much!

WHEW WE HAD A LOT TO SAY. This week, we're discussing lesbian romance novels and, unfortunately, why we just don't like a lot of the ones we've read. Amelia discusses gender exploration and lesbian relationships with gay men. Sarah laments the lack of butches and why Regency era women should be allowed to do rampant infidelity. We both spend a long, long time trying to figure out why the sex is so boring.  Afterwards when Sarah was editing the episode, Amelia asked her to try to make us not sound like evil dark sex perverts. This feat that proved to be absolutely impossible. Media discussed: Olivia Waite's Feminine Pursuits series which includesThe Lady's Guide to Celestial MechanicsThe Care and Feeding of Waspish WidowsThe Hellion's WaltzThe Perks of Loving a Wallflower by Erica Ridley A Proper English by KJ Charles The Long Way to a Small, Angry Planet by Becky ChambersGideon the Ninth by Tamsyn Muir The Unspoken Name by A.K. LarkwoodThe Thousand Names by Django Wexler A Little Light Mischief by Cat Sebastian How to Find a Princess by Alyssa Cole*(non-ff media)Think of England by KJ CharlesThe Simple Art of Fortune Hunting by KJ CharlesAny Old Diamonds by KJ Charles*Note from Sarah: I mentioned at the beginning of this episode that I read this book, and then proceeded to say nothing about it. Since I spoke pretty disparagingly of contemporary lesbian romance in this, I wanted to clarify that while I still didn't connect with the central romance of this book, I enjoyed reading the story overall and would recommend it to people looking for a modern twist on a princess-bodyguard story starring two Black woman, a fictional country, a critique of the idea of monarchy while still enjoying some of the trappings, and a fun cast of main and side characters. 

Hey pals! Today, we're raving over HOW TO FIND A PRINCESS by Alyssa Cole. Makeda is a hardworking gal/people-pleaser trying to avoid her alleged secret royal past and Bez is chaos embodied who's trying to avenge her grandmother's honor. This book is hilarious and sexy as hell and it takes place on a boat! Who can resist falling in love on a boat? It's an Anastasia retelling for the gays and we're so happy we read it. Throw in the fictional World Federation of Monarchists, a demon cat, and feral grandmothers and this book hits the perfect spot. Enjoy!   Brazen banter: Corset slander resistance (because Alison can't resist)! John Mayer's secret Montana home! Ra-ra-rasputin! Cat Scale: 8   Revolutionary Resources The truth about corsets Anastasia (1997) Crookshanks the cat Sea slugs! Leon the Lobster Man finds 13 kittens   Subscribe! Follow! Rate! Review! Tell your friends and family all about us! Connect with us on the interwebs! WE HAVE MERCH Instagram: @wereaditonenight Twitter: @wereaditpodcast Facebook: We Read It One Night TikTok: @wereaditonenight Email: wereaditonenight@gmail.com

Show Notes:Intro - On the Needles - ~Noah's 2022 Birthday Socks - French Vanilla Cappuccino Socks by ME! on US1.5 (2.5mm), Knit Picks Felici in the Bookshop colourwayProject bag from Lizzie Bags & Progress Keeper from Tilting Planet~Dust of Snow Wrap by Curious Handmade / Helen Stewart on US6 (4mm), Various Mini SkeinsFinished Projects - ~2022 Preemie Hat #14 and 15 on US6 (4mm), Into the Whirld Pakokko Sock in the Bigger on the Inside colourway, Dream in Color Smooshy in the Melon Bomb colourway, & Berroco Vintage DK in the Cracked Pepper colourway | Sweet Georgia Yarns Tough Love Sock in the Magician colourway & Fully Spun Postscript Fingering in the Intersex Pride colourway~Jeremy's 2022 Birthday Socks - French Vanilla Cappuccino Socks by ME! on US1.5 (2.5mm), Knit Picks Felici in the Vampire Vibes colourwayFlosstube - Begins at timestamp 6:52~Heart Tree by JBW Designs / Judy WhitmanMill Hill 14 ct Perforated Paper - WhiteSulky 0035 floss~Kitten in a Pumpkin by Sweet Anne / Anna Pavlyuk32 ct Grey Basalt and White Splash LuganaMostly called for DMC FlossesProject Bag from The 805 Stitcher~The River by Modern Folk EmbroiderySteel City Stitchers 16 ct Aida - Crimson PeakForbidden Fiber Co. in the River of Life colourwayOutlander To Bed or To Sleep Project Bag from StitchToolbox~Edinburgh Castle by Terra Luna StitcheryUsing Pattern Keeper software on Kindle Fire 7Needle Minder from TopKnotStitcher & A Needle Runs Through ItProject Bag from KnitRunDigGrime Guard from Crab Shack StitcheryBitzy Bob Basic from That's So Kelly Co.Silicone tiesYummies (our current favourite things) - ~Silly Ol Bear Fableband~Wool& 100 Day Challenge~The Black Needle Society Murder Mystery BoxI'm so excited to be a rep for The Black Needle SocietyJoin TBNS Waitlist to be notified when you can subscribe.Save 5% on everything in The Black Needle Society Vault with the code JAVAPURL5What We're Watching, Reading, + Listening To - Please be aware that we do discuss recent tv show episodes that have aired in the last week or so. This is your spoiler warning!April / May / June 2022 RAL - 15 minutes of reading daily challenge* 87-91 of 91 days - 1 or more giveaways for eBook, everyone gets $1.20 off any single pattern coupon code* 60-86 of 91 days - 1 or more giveaways for single pattern* #GGKRAL22* #GGKCSRAL22~April / May / June* 91 days - 10 entries* 87-90 days - 8 entries* 60-86 days - 5 entries~July / August / September* 92 days - 10 entries* 88-91 days - 8 entries* 61-87 days - 5 entries~ October / November / December* 92 days - 10 entries* 88-91 days - 8 entries* 61-87 days - 5 entries~ Read All 365 days - 10 bonus entriesEpisode 483 Bookshop List~How to Heal Yourself When No One Else Can: A Total Self-Healing Approach for Mind, Body, and Spirit by Amy B. Scher - reading~Come As You Are by Emily Nagoski - reading~I Have Something to Tell You by Chasten Buttigieg - finished reading for Unashamed Love Collective ~ A Community for LGBTQ+ People and Allies~Get Untamed The Journal by Glennon Doyle - reading/writing~Inward by Yung Pueblo - reading~The Night Hawks (Ruth Galloway #13) by Elly Griffiths - finished reading~To Dwell in Darkness (Duncan Kincaid & Gemma James #16) by Deborah Crombie - finished reading~The Duke Heist (The Wild Wynchesters #1) & The Perks of Loving a Wallflower (The Wild Wynchesters #2) by Erica Ridley - finished reading~Stockings and Spells (Vampire Knitting Club #4) & Purls and Potions (Vampire Knitting Club #5) by Nancy Warren - finished listening~How to Catch a Queen (Runaway Royals #1) & How to Find a Princess (Runaway Royals #2) by Alyssa Cole - finished reading~Best Laid Plans (Garnet Run #2) & The Lights on Knockbridge Lane (Garnet Run #3) by Roan Parrish - finished reading Book 2 & reading Book 3~The Book Woman of Troublesome Creek by Kim Michele Richardson - finished reading~Law & Order: Special Victims Unit - watching episodes for That's Messed Up: An SVU Podcast~Gilmore Girls - rewatching Season 3 with the I Am All In With Scott Patterson Podcast~Outlander - watching Season 6~Murdoch Mysteries - finished watching Season 15~NCIS - watching Season 19~My Favourite Murder podcast~Random Spotify PlaylistsMarch / April / May Sheepy Spring AL -*Runs from 1-March through 31-May*Details - any project you knit/crochet/weave/spin/stitch/sew that you can convince us relates to spring*No WIPS - Your project must be begun no earlier than 1-March and finished no later than 31-May*Each project that you knit/crochet/weave/spin must be at least 20yds/18.3m that you finish and post in the Facebook Group FO Thread counts as 1 entry into the giveaways. 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