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Latest podcast episodes about author website

Author U Your Guide to Book Publishing
Create the Author Website Opt-In Game Plan 06-12-2025

Author U Your Guide to Book Publishing

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 13, 2025 56:47


In this week's AuthorU-Your Guide to Book Publishing, Host Dr. Judith Briles invites dives down into the elements of the Why and How to create an Opt-In lead magnet for the website. The goal—to attract new visitors and gather emails of followers. Available in audio only and video on YouTube. You will take away: -Why an Opt-In is an essential website element. -Why types of Opt-Ins work best. -Where an Opt-In should be places. -How to create a marketing campaign for an author's Opt-In. -When to replace an Opt-In. -How to create a funnel release of additional info after an Opt-In is downloaded. And, of course, much more. Tune in for lots of ideas and how-to tactics via the AuthorU-Your Guide to Book Publishing podcast. It's ranked in the Top Ten of bookmarketing campaigns. Since its inception seven years ago, the AuthorU-Your Guide to Book Publishing podcast with over 21 million listeners downloading various shows for practical publishing and book marketing guidance. Join me and become a regular subscriber.

Escape with Me Bookclub
Axiom's End - The Leaks are True

Escape with Me Bookclub

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 9, 2025 67:15


It's 2007 and Cora thinks her whole life is falling apart... anyway, the aliens have invaded! Becoming the only translator for this alien race, she finds herself working with the CIA to try to save the aliens. Wait, what? Her life had taken quite a turn. Can she survive the alien invasion?Follow the Author:Website: https://www.lindsayell.is/Twitter: https://x.com/thelindsayellisInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/namebrandlindsay/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@LindsayEllisVids/videosIMDb: https://www.imdb.com/name/nm3805989/00:00 Intro01:00 Background/About the Author03:04 Age Level & Content Warning03:21 Judge a Book by It's Cover06:04 Discussion55:56 General Thoughts01:00:01 One Question for the Author01:02:34 Rating01:05:43 Read Again?01:07:01 OutroTikTok: ⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/lunar_skulk⁠⁠Instagram: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/lunar_skulk⁠⁠

The Fantasy and Sci-fi Fanatic's Podcast
Season 4, Episode 36-Herman Steuernagel Interview

The Fantasy and Sci-fi Fanatic's Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 7, 2025 53:44


I always love when my fellow podcaster/author friends can stop by for a chat! Herman Steuernagel returns to discuss his newest cozy fantasy release The Greatest Pub in the Multiverse. We had a great chat discussing his second book in his cozy fantasy world, the characters, and his goal for his new series. Make sure to check out his newest release: The Greatest Pub in the Multiverse as well as the first book: The Bartender Between Worlds. Don't miss my review of The Bartender Between Worlds in the description below or on my channel. Please don't forget to subscribe and share with your friends! Author Website: https://www.hermansteuernagel.com Author Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hermansteuernagel Author TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@hermansteuernagelwrites Author Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/author/show/20618745.Herman_Steuernagel The Greatest Podcast in the Multiverse LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/greatestinthemultiverse Podcast Channel Links: Patreon: patreon.com/TFSFP Website: https://thefantasyandscififanaticspod.com/ Youtube Channel Subscription: https://youtube.com/@thefantasyandsci-fifanatic2328 Rss.com: https://media.rss.com/thefantasyandsci-fifanaticspodcast/feed.xml Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2aCCUhora9GdLAduLaaqiu?si=cl-8VWgaSrOGDwJg-cKONQ Facebook Group join link: https://www.facebook.com/groups/402724958101648/?ref=share

Escape with Me Bookclub
When You Wish Upon a Star - Does Every Villain Need to be Redeemed?

Escape with Me Bookclub

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 2, 2025 60:25


While we've had the chance to learn of Pinocchio, it's time to get a chance to learn about the woman who made it all happen: The Blue Fairy. Well, the Blue Fairy and her younger sister, the evil Red Fairy. Is Ily redeemable? Or will she end up the villain?Follow the Author:Website: ⁠https://www.elizabethlim.com/⁠Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/elimpix/⁠Twitter: ⁠https://twitter.com/lizlim⁠TikTok: ⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@elizabethlimwriter?⁠00:00 Intro02:00 Background04:09 Age Level & Content Warning04:25 Judge a Book by It's Cover06:40 Discussion55:01 General Thoughts56:34 One Question for the Author57:36 Rating58:00 Read Again?58:31 Favorite of the Series so Far01:00:11 OutroTikTok: ⁠https://www.tiktok.com/lunar_skulk⁠Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/lunar_skulk⁠

The Fantasy and Sci-fi Fanatic's Podcast
Season 4, Episode 35-The Return of Starr Z. Davies

The Fantasy and Sci-fi Fanatic's Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later May 30, 2025 56:07


For this episode of Season 4, I had the pleasure of interviewing returning guest Starr Z. Davies. We had a great time discussing her newest novel Stormvalor, what she did this time around in terms of worldbuilding, and how she went about writing this epic noblebright fantasy! Stormvalor is set to release June 9th so make sure to get your copy! You can find Starr's book and social links in the space below! Please don't forget to subscribe to our Youtube Channel! Author Website: https://www.starrzdavies.com/ Author Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/s.z.davies/ Author Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@starrzdavies Book 2 Kickstarter (Title will be officially revealed after Stormvalor's release in June): https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/szdavies/stormveil-illustrated-hardcover-epic-fantasy?ref=alfppo Powers Trilogy Kickstarter (Launches in June): https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/szdavies/powers-trilogy-illustrated-dystopian-sci-fi-omnibus?ref=7a7gg6 Podcast Channel Links: Patreon: patreon.com/TFSFP Website: https://thefantasyandscififanaticspod.com/ Youtube Channel Subscription: https://youtube.com/@thefantasyandsci-fifanatic2328 Rss.com: https://media.rss.com/thefantasyandsci-fifanaticspodcast/feed.xml Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2aCCUhora9GdLAduLaaqiu?si=cl-8VWgaSrOGDwJg-cKONQ Facebook Group join link: https://www.facebook.com/groups/402724958101648

Escape with Me Bookclub
Wires & Nerves Graphic Novels - Got What It Takes to Lead the Pack?

Escape with Me Bookclub

Play Episode Listen Later May 26, 2025 64:24


After the Lunar Chronicle series of books came out, the author announced two more but this time as graphic novels. Taking place after Winter but before the end of Stars Above, Iko finally gets the chance to shine. How does Wires and Nerves stack up to the main series? And does Iko finally find true love?Follow the Author:Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.marissameyer.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/MarissaMeyerAuthor/⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/marissameyerauthor/⁠⁠⁠⁠Twitter: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://twitter.com/marissa_meyer⁠⁠⁠⁠GoodReads: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.goodreads.com/author/show/4684322.Marissa_Meyer⁠⁠⁠⁠Pinterest: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.pinterest.com/marissameyerauthor/⁠⁠⁠⁠00:00 Intro01:02 Background04:31 Age Level & Content Warning05:16 Judge a Book by It's Cover07:01 Discussion53:25 General Thoughts56:13 One Question for the Author58:36 Rating59:37 Read Again?01:00:34 Favorite of the Series01:04:09 OutroTikTok: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/lunar_skulk⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/lunar_skulk⁠⁠⁠⁠

The Fantasy and Sci-fi Fanatic's Podcast
Season 4, Episode 34-Melissa Olthoff Interview

The Fantasy and Sci-fi Fanatic's Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later May 23, 2025 63:56


For this episode of Season 4, I had the pleasure of interviewing fantasy and sci-fi author Melissa Olthoff! We had a great chat about her different book series, short stories, and her upcoming novel Rise From Ruin. Make sure to check out her newest release Rise From Ruin through her book and social links below! Also please don't forget to subscribe to our Youtube Channel! Author Website: https://www.melissaolthoff.com/ Author Amazon Profile: https://www.amazon.com/stores/author/B0887TC95H Author Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/melissaolthoff4/ Author X Profile: https://x.com/melissaolthoff?lang=en Author Instagram Username: @salvagebunny Podcast Channel Links:Patreon: patreon.com/TFSFP Website: https://thefantasyandscififanaticspod.com/ Youtube Channel Subscription: https://youtube.com/@thefantasyandsci-fifanatic2328 Rss.com: https://media.rss.com/thefantasyandsci-fifanaticspodcast/feed.xml Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2aCCUhora9GdLAduLaaqiu?si=cl-8VWgaSrOGDwJg-cKONQ Discord Server: https://discord.gg/zd6mj2rQ Facebook Group join link: https://www.facebook.com/groups/402724958101648/?ref=share

The Fantasy and Sci-fi Fanatic's Podcast
Season 4, Episode 33-Nick Snape Interview

The Fantasy and Sci-fi Fanatic's Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later May 17, 2025 59:35


For this episode of Season 4, I had the pleasure of fantasy and science fiction author Nick Snape. We had a terrific chat about his many series, his inspiration to write, and what his future plans are for his different series. Nick has a lot of different books out so make sure to check them and his social media links in the space below. Please don't forget to subscribe to our Youtube Channel! Author Website: https://www.nicksnape.com/ Author Amazon Page: https://www.amazon.com/stores/author/B0BXQWYQN1 Author X: @SnapeNick Author Instagram: @nick.snape.author Author Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/p/Nick-Snape-100090050592695/ Podcast Channel Links: Patreon: patreon.com/TFSFP Website: https://thefantasyandscififanaticspod.com/ Youtube Channel Subscription: https://youtube.com/@thefantasyandsci-fifanatic2328 Rss.com: https://media.rss.com/thefantasyandsci-fifanaticspodcast/feed.xml Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2aCCUhora9GdLAduLaaqiu?si=cl-8VWgaSrOGDwJg-cKONQ Discord Server: https://discord.gg/zd6mj2rQ Facebook Group join link: https://www.facebook.com/groups/402724958101648/?ref=share

Tall Tale TV
"Canines, Reptiles and Other Biological Anomalies" - A scifi short story about genetically engineered extinct and mythical creatures - by Gareth D Jones

Tall Tale TV

Play Episode Listen Later May 12, 2025 33:56


Canines, Reptiles and Other Biological Anomalies ep.775 Gareth D Jones is unofficially the second most widely translated science fiction short story author in the world, having been published in 35 languages. He's a father of five, two of whom are also published authors, and lives in the UK where he writes science fiction, fuelled by copious amounts of tea. Author Website: www.garethdjones.co.uk More TTTV stories by Gareth D Jones: https://talltaletv.com/?s=gareth+d+jones   ---- Listen Elsewhere ---- YouTube:  https://www.youtube.com/c/TallTaleTV Website: http://www.TallTaleTV.com   ---- Story Submission ---- Got a short story you'd like to submit? Submission guidelines can be found at http://www.TallTaleTV.com   ---- About Tall Tale TV ---- Hi there! My name is Chris Herron and I'm an audiobook narrator. In 2015, I suffered from poor Type 1 diabetes control which lead me to become legally blind for almost a year. The doctors didn't give me much hope, predicting an 80% chance that I would never see again. But I refused to give up and changed my lifestyle drastically. Through sheer willpower (and an amazing eye surgeon) I beat the odds and regained my vision. During that difficult time, I couldn't read or write, which was devastating as they had always been a source of comfort for me since childhood. However, my wife took me to the local library where she read out the titles of audiobooks to me. I selected some of my favorite books, such as the Disc World series, Name of the Wind, Harry Potter, and more, and the audiobooks brought these stories to life in a way I had never experienced before. They helped me through the darkest period of my life and I fell in love with audiobooks. Once I regained my vision, I decided to pursue a career as an audiobook narrator instead of a writer. That's why I created Tall Tale TV, to support aspiring authors in the writing communities that I had grown to love before my ordeal. My goal was to help them promote their work by providing a promotional audio short story that showcases their writing skills to readers. They say the strongest form of advertising is word of mouth, so I offer a platform for readers to share these videos and help spread the word about these talented writers. Please consider sharing these stories with your friends and family to support these amazing authors. Thank you!   ---- legal ---- All stories on Tall Tale TV have been submitted in accordance with the terms of service provided on http://www.talltaletv.com or obtained with permission by the author. All images used on Tall Tale TV are either original or Royalty and Attribution free. Most stock images used are provided by http://www.pixabay.com , https://www.canstockphoto.com/ or created using AI. Image attribution will be declared only when required by the copyright owner. Common Affiliates are: Amazon, Smashwords  

The Fantasy and Sci-fi Fanatic's Podcast
Season 4, Episode 32-Richard Sparks Interview

The Fantasy and Sci-fi Fanatic's Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later May 10, 2025 59:37


For this episode of Season 4, I had the pleasure of interviewing novelist and script writer Richard Sparks. Richard and I had a terrific conversation about his new New Rock Series, his inspiration from his past gaming, and what the genre of fantasy and LitRPG. I had a great time chatting with Richard about his characters and why he chose the classes that he did for book one New Rock, New Role. We also discussed the magic, worldbuilding, and other pieces that went into the first book of this series along with his plans for book 2. Make sure to check out his book and social links in the space below and don't forget to subscribe to our Youtube Channel! Author Amazon Profile Page: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Richard-Sparks/author/B0CPBP7ZHN?_encoding=UTF8&ref=ap_rdr&isDramIntegrated=true&shoppingPortalEnabled=true Author Website: https://richardsparks.com/about-the-author/ Author Instagram: @richardsparks_author Podcast Channel Links: Patreon: patreon.com/TFSFP Website: https://thefantasyandscififanaticspod.com/ Youtube Channel Subscription: https://youtube.com/@thefantasyandsci-fifanatic2328 Rss.com: https://media.rss.com/thefantasyandsci-fifanaticspodcast/feed.xml Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2aCCUhora9GdLAduLaaqiu?si=cl-8VWgaSrOGDwJg-cKONQ Discord Server: https://discord.gg/zd6mj2rQ Facebook Group join link: https://www.facebook.com/groups/402724958101648/?ref=share

Mysterious Goings On
On Fences, Fools, and Failing Forward

Mysterious Goings On

Play Episode Listen Later May 9, 2025 9:20


It's graduation season!In his version of a commencement speech, Alex Greenwood shares candid insights and life lessons for graduates, emphasizing the importance of embracing luck, learning from failure, and building meaningful relationships. He encourages listeners to cultivate emotional intelligence, set boundaries, and live fully by appreciating life's seasons. With a blend of humor and sincerity, Greenwood offers practical advice for navigating the complexities of life, urging graduates to pay attention to the signposts that guide their journey.Originally published as an essay in ⁠Professional Paragraphs, on LinkedIn⁠.CONNECT:​⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠All the Fits That's News on Substack (Free or Paid)⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠​⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Alex on Medium⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠​⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Alex's Author Website⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ​⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Mysterious Goings On website⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠​⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Contact Alex about advertising/sponsorship here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.⁠⁠Buy a Book!⁠⁠⁠Going to Killing City...Alex's true Crime Podcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Additional Royalty-Free Music by ⁠LAURENT BUCZEK⁠ from ⁠Pixabay⁠Announcer: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Mary McKenna⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. PR After Hours Theme: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://filmmusic.io⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ "Bossa Antigua" by Kevin MacLeodMusic Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Original theme music "Mysterious Goings On" by Jamie Green. Want your own cool score for your podcast or website? Contact Jamie at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Greenhouse Consulting.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Check out Jamie's interview on the show ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠here.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠This Mysterious Goings On Podcast episode was recorded and mixed at Green Shebeen Studios in beautiful Kansas City, Missouri. Copyright 2025, all rights reserved. No reproduction, excerpting, or other use without written permission.We are an Amazon Associates seller, and some of our links may earn us a commission. 

The Fantasy and Sci-fi Fanatic's Podcast
Season 4, Episode 31-The Return of James Lloyd Dulin

The Fantasy and Sci-fi Fanatic's Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later May 2, 2025 62:55


For this episode of Season 4, I had the pleasure of interviewing returning guest James Lloyd Dulin! We had a great chat about him closing out his Malitu Series, closing up character arcs, and what he is looking forward to writing next now that his series is ending. Here is the link for our first interview together-Season 3, Ep. 35:https://youtu.be/O8KWFF_c4WoMake sure to check out his book and social links in the space below and don't forget to subscribe to our Youtube Channel! Author Website: https://www.jamesldulin.com/ Author Amazon Page: https://www.amazon.com/stores/author/B0BLHSK59Z Author Instagram: @jameslloyd27 Author Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/JamesLDulin/ Podcast Channel Links: Patreon: patreon.com/TFSFP Website: https://thefantasyandscififanaticspod.com/ Youtube Channel Subscription: https://youtube.com/@thefantasyandsci-fifanatic2328 Rss.com: https://media.rss.com/thefantasyandsci-fifanaticspodcast/feed.xml Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2aCCUhora9GdLAduLaaqiu?si=cl-8VWgaSrOGDwJg-cKONQ Discord Server: https://discord.gg/zd6mj2rQ Facebook Group join link: https://www.facebook.com/groups/402724958101648/?ref=share

Oh F*ck Yeah with Ruan Willow
Being a Smut Writer and the Joy of Exploring Spicy Themes in Storytelling with Author Olive Spencer

Oh F*ck Yeah with Ruan Willow

Play Episode Listen Later May 2, 2025 78:41


Send us a textSeason 5, Episode 610: Love, sex, and sexuality are the most essential topics to explore in storytelling!Meet Olive Spencer:I'm Olive Spencer, and I write smut. Not just any smut; the kind of smut you have to read one-handed, with a glass of water beside the bed. The kind that leaves you sweating, panting, and begging for more. When you pick up one of my books, you  can expect spice, spice, and more spice! When I'm not writing, I'm watching hockey and talking smack online, listening to country music, or taking photos with any camera I can find. I am not a Gemini vegetarian, but I am a fan of all things Reese Witherspoon, and I can quote Sweet Home Alabama by heart.Author Website: http://www.olivespencer.comAuthor Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ospencersmutInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/ospencersmut/Threads: https://www.threads.net/@ospencersmutX/Twitter: https://x.com/misskmagpie**From Pen Names to Steamy Stories: A Journey into Erotic Romance Writing**Step into the sultry world of erotic romance as author Olive Spencer shares her fascinating journey from writing under her real name to embracing a pen name for exploring spicier themes. Discover how she navigates the delicate balance between plot and intimacy, crafting stories that keep the "door open" in romance while maintaining engaging narratives.Learn about her unique writing process, from wearing red lipstick and lighting candles to creating specialized playlists that set the mood. Olive reveals her current projects, including a 35,000-word novel with three prequels and a steamy retelling of "Sweet Home Alabama" set in Colorado.The episode also dives into the business side of erotic romance, covering everything from ghostwriting experiences to audiobook production challenges. Get insights into building an author platform, managing reader expectations, and the importance of exploring themes of love, sex, and sexuality in storytelling.Ready to heat up your writing journey? Listen to this episode for an unfiltered look into the world of erotic romance writing!Key Takeaways:• The authors embrace their identity as "professional smut writers" and the joy of exploring taboo themes in their storytelling.• They discuss the importance of balancing plot and intimacy in their erotic romance novels.• The authors share their writing processes, from "pantsing" to "plotting," and the continuous learning and growth required in their craft.Summary created with the assistance of cleanvoice aiRuan's newest release: Open Door Romantasy Deception's Snare: https://books.ruanwillowauthor.com/deceptionssnareSupport the showSubscribe for exclusives: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1599808/subscribeSign up for Ruan's newsletters: https://subscribepage.io/ruanwillowhttps://linktr.ee/RuanWillowI Dare You book https://books.ruanwillowauthor.com/idareyouthesaturdaysexchallenge NO AI TRAINING

Escape with Me Bookclub
Animorph Books 1-3 - Children Are Our Only Hope

Escape with Me Bookclub

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 28, 2025 62:56


Jake and his friends were walking home from the mom when their lives and the fate of the planet change forever. Meeting a dying alien, they are given the powers to morph into animals and are tasked with defeating the Yerks who are slowly taking over the planet with mind control. But can a group of 5 middle schoolers outsmart world conquers? And if Earth only has children to fight for them, how screwed are we?Follow the Author:Website: https://katherineapplegate.com/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/kaaauthorInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/kaaauthor/BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/kaaauthor.bsky.social00:00 Intro01:00 Background05:27 Age Level & Content Warning06:42 Judge a Book by It's Cover09:37 Book 1 - The Invasion36:24 Book 2 - The Visitor47:03 Book 3 - The Encounter55:27 General Thoughts58:11 One Question for the Author59:36 Rating01:00:31 Read Again?01:01:56 Favorite of the Series so Far01:02:41 OutroTikTok: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/lunar_skulk⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/lunar_skulk⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

Mysterious Goings On
Smoke, Mirrors, and the Moral Panic Machine

Mysterious Goings On

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 26, 2025 8:03


What do Dungeons & Dragons, TikTok, and 17th-century witch trials have in common?They all played starring roles in full-blown moral panics—times when society lost its mind over exaggerated or imaginary threats. In today's episode, Alex explores how moral panics take hold, who profits from them, and why the real damage often lasts long after the headlines fade.If you've ever wondered why outrage feels contagious—and suspiciously profitable—you'll want to give this one a listen.Spoiler: the real danger isn't the thing they tell you to fear. It's what you're being distracted from.In This Episode:The anatomy of a moral panicHow fear gets weaponized for profit and powerGreatest hits: from Salem to Satanic Panic to Super PredatorsWhy critical thinking—not panic—is our best defenseA personal reflection on the importance of holding fast during cultural stormsCONNECT:​⁠⁠⁠⁠All the Fits That's News on Substack (Free or Paid)⁠⁠⁠⁠​⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Alex on Medium⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠​⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Alex's Author Website⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ​⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Mysterious Goings On website⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠​⁠⁠⁠Contact Alex about advertising/sponsorship here⁠⁠⁠.⁠Buy a Book?⁠​Announcer: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Mary McKenna⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. PR After Hours Theme: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://filmmusic.io⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ "Bossa Antigua" by Kevin MacLeodMusic Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Original theme music "Mysterious Goings On" by Jamie Green. Want your own cool score for your podcast or website? Contact Jamie at ⁠⁠⁠Greenhouse Consulting.⁠⁠⁠ Check out Jamie's interview on the show ⁠⁠⁠here.⁠⁠⁠This Mysterious Goings On Podcast episode was recorded and mixed at Green Shebeen Studios in beautiful Kansas City, Missouri. Copyright 2025, all rights reserved. No reproduction, excerpting, or other use without written permission.We are an Amazon Associates seller, and some of our links may earn us a commission. 

The Fantasy and Sci-fi Fanatic's Podcast
Season 4, Episode 30-Justin Lee Anderson Interview

The Fantasy and Sci-fi Fanatic's Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 25, 2025 74:08


For this episode of Season 4, I had the pleasure of interviewing Justin Lee Anderson! Justin was a professional writer and editor for 15 years before his debut novel, Carpet Diem, was published, going on to win the 2018 Audie award for Humor. His second novel, The Lost War, won the 2020 SPFBO award, leading to a four-book deal with Orbit for The Eidyn Saga. I really enjoyed his book The Lost War and it was one of my 3 favorite fantasy reads of 2024. Two short animations Justin scripted and produced were shortlisted for Scottish Creative awards, and he also writes TV and film scripts with his wife, Juliet. Their children's audio story, The Great Bumpkin King, was produced by BBC Scotland in 2019. Justin and Juliet live with their family in East Lothian, near Justin's hometown of Edinburgh. Please make sure to check out his book and social links in the space below and don't forget to subscribe to our Youtube Channel! Author Website: https://justinleeanderson.com/ Author Amazon Page: https://www.amazon.com/stores/author/B00XZE8SYS Author Instagram: @justinleeandersonauthor Author Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/justinleeandersonauthor/ Podcast Channel Links: Patreon: patreon.com/TFSFP Website: https://thefantasyandscififanaticspod.com/ Youtube Channel Subscription: https://youtube.com/@thefantasyandsci-fifanatic2328 Rss.com: https://media.rss.com/thefantasyandsci-fifanaticspodcast/feed.xml Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2aCCUhora9GdLAduLaaqiu?si=cl-8VWgaSrOGDwJg-cKONQ Discord Server: https://discord.gg/zd6mj2rQ Facebook Group join link: https://www.facebook.com/groups/402724958101648/?ref=share

People of the Book
Julie Metz: Eva and Eve—A Search for My Mother's Lost Childhood and What a War Left Behind

People of the Book

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 24, 2025 35:01


Meryl chats with Julie Metz about her memoir, Eva and Eve, which chronicles her research journey to discover her mother's hidden past in Nazi-occupied Austria. They also discuss how researching and writing about her mother's experience has impacted her own life and the life of her family.Julie Metz is the author of PERFECTION, a New York Times bestseller. Her latest release is EVA AND EVE: A SEARCH FOR MY MOTHER'S LOST CHILDHOOD AND WHAT A WAR LEFT BEHIND. Julie has written for publications including The New York Times, Dame, and Salon and her essays have appeared in THE MOMENT and THE HOUSE THAT MADE ME. She lives with her family in the Hudson Valley.Author Website: www.juliemetz.com/Julie's Substack: considerthespider.substack.com/Instagram: www.instagram.com/juliemetzwriter/Bookshop.org bookshop.org/p/books/eva-and-ev…K3u0gaAgHqEALw_wcBPeople of the Book is a copyrighted work of Meryl Ain and Authors on The Air Global Radio Network.Website: merylain.com/#AuthorsOnTheAir #AuthorsOnTheAirGlobalRadioNetwork #AOTA #PeopleOfTheBookPodcastWithMerylAin #PeopleOfTheBook #JulieMetz #Memoir #EvaAndEve #KeepsakeBook #Holocaust #LeoBaeckInstitute #Vienna #Austria #ResearchJourney #USHolocaustMuseum #YadVaShem #Archive #ImmigrantStory #ThreeGenerationsOfWomen #GenerationalNarrative #Antisemitism #RiseOfHitler #Nazis #VienneseJews #Resilience #SurvivalOfFamily #Mother'sLegacy #LostChildhood #MothersHiddenPast #MerylAin #TheTakeawayMen #ShadowsWeCarry #LetsTalkJewishBooks #JewsLoveToRead #PeopleOfTheBookPodcast

Authors on the Air Global Radio Network
Julie Metz: Eva and Eve—A Search for My Mother's Lost Childhood and What A War Left Behind

Authors on the Air Global Radio Network

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 23, 2025 35:01


Meryl chats with Julie Metz about her memoir, Eva and Eve, which chronicles her research journey to discover her mother's hidden past in Nazi-occupied Austria. They also discuss how researching and writing about her mother's experience has impacted her own life and the life of her family. Julie Metz is the author of PERFECTION, a New York Times bestseller. Her latest release is EVA AND EVE: A SEARCH FOR MY MOTHER'S LOST CHILDHOOD AND WHAT A WAR LEFT BEHIND. Julie has written for publications including The New York Times, Dame, and Salon and her essays have appeared in THE MOMENT and THE HOUSE THAT MADE ME. She lives with her family in the Hudson Valley. Author Website: https://www.juliemetz.com/ Julie's Substack: https://considerthespider.substack.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/juliemetzwriter/ Bookshop.org https://bookshop.org/p/books/eva-and-eve-a-search-for-my-mother-s-lost-childhood-and-what-a-war-left-behind-julie-metz/14871394?ean=9781982127992&gad_source=1&gclid=Cj0KCQjwqv2_BhC0ARIsAFb5Ac_ezuYyzWaAlrUH2xVFs6ebBQKufvHMF03yG-bgOhPLyRCovXK3u0gaAgHqEALw_wcB People of the Book is a copyrighted work of Meryl Ain and Authors on The Air Global Radio Network. Website: merylain.com/ #AuthorsOnTheAir #AuthorsOnTheAirGlobalRadioNetwork #AOTA #PeopleOfTheBookPodcastWithMerylAin #PeopleOfTheBook #JulieMetz #Memoir #EvaAndEve #KeepsakeBook #Holocaust #LeoBaeckInstitute #Vienna #Austria #ResearchJourney #USHolocaustMuseum #YadVaShem #Archive #ImmigrantStory #ThreeGenerationsOfWomen #GenerationalNarrative #Antisemitism #RiseOfHitler #Nazis #VienneseJews #Resilience #SurvivalOfFamily #Mother'sLegacy #LostChildhood #Mother'sHiddenPast #MerylAin #TheTakeawayMen #ShadowsWeCarry #LetsTalkJewishBooks #JewsLoveToRead #PeopleOfTheBookPodcast

Authors on the Air Global Radio Network
Julie Metz: Eva and Eve—A Search for My Mother's Lost Childhood and What A War Left Behind

Authors on the Air Global Radio Network

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 23, 2025 35:01


Meryl chats with Julie Metz about her memoir, Eva and Eve, which chronicles her research journey to discover her mother's hidden past in Nazi-occupied Austria. They also discuss how researching and writing about her mother's experience has impacted her own life and the life of her family. Julie Metz is the author of PERFECTION, a New York Times bestseller. Her latest release is EVA AND EVE: A SEARCH FOR MY MOTHER'S LOST CHILDHOOD AND WHAT A WAR LEFT BEHIND. Julie has written for publications including The New York Times, Dame, and Salon and her essays have appeared in THE MOMENT and THE HOUSE THAT MADE ME. She lives with her family in the Hudson Valley. Author Website: https://www.juliemetz.com/ Julie's Substack: https://considerthespider.substack.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/juliemetzwriter/ Bookshop.org https://bookshop.org/p/books/eva-and-eve-a-search-for-my-mother-s-lost-childhood-and-what-a-war-left-behind-julie-metz/14871394?ean=9781982127992&gad_source=1&gclid=Cj0KCQjwqv2_BhC0ARIsAFb5Ac_ezuYyzWaAlrUH2xVFs6ebBQKufvHMF03yG-bgOhPLyRCovXK3u0gaAgHqEALw_wcB People of the Book is a copyrighted work of Meryl Ain and Authors on The Air Global Radio Network. Website: merylain.com/ #AuthorsOnTheAir #AuthorsOnTheAirGlobalRadioNetwork #AOTA #PeopleOfTheBookPodcastWithMerylAin #PeopleOfTheBook #JulieMetz #Memoir #EvaAndEve #KeepsakeBook #Holocaust #LeoBaeckInstitute #Vienna #Austria #ResearchJourney #USHolocaustMuseum #YadVaShem #Archive #ImmigrantStory #ThreeGenerationsOfWomen #GenerationalNarrative #Antisemitism #RiseOfHitler #Nazis #VienneseJews #Resilience #SurvivalOfFamily #Mother'sLegacy #LostChildhood #Mother'sHiddenPast #MerylAin #TheTakeawayMen #ShadowsWeCarry #LetsTalkJewishBooks #JewsLoveToRead #PeopleOfTheBookPodcast

Escape with Me Bookclub
Almost There - The Contract is Running Out

Escape with Me Bookclub

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 21, 2025 67:56


The thirteenth installment of the Twisted Tales series, Almost There is Tiana's turn. Having made a deal with the Shadow Man at the end of the events of the movie, Tiana now has everything she ever wanted: her father alive, her own restaurant, and no more slimy frogs. But as the anniversary of the deal is coming up, she's about to learn that every deal has a price.Follow the Author:Website: https://www.farrahrochon.com/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/farrahrochonauthorInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/farrahrochon/Twitter: https://x.com/FarrahRochonBookBub: https://www.bookbub.com/authors/farrah-rochon00:00 Intro01:03 Background06:33 Age Level & Content Warning07:34 About the Author08:32 Judge a Book by It's Cover11:19 Discussion01:00:11 General Thoughts01:03:19 One Question for the Author01:05:52 Rating01:06:20 Read Again?01:06:50 Favorite of the Series so Far?01:07:42 OutroTikTok: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/lunar_skulk⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/lunar_skulk⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

Escape with Me Bookclub
The Grace Year - Ready for Your Red Year?

Escape with Me Bookclub

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 14, 2025 71:24


Called the "YA The Handmaid's Tale", The Grace Year is a look at feminist issues such as autonomy, sisterhood, motherhood and truth. But what is the Grace Year? And why do so few girls return, and none return whole?Follow the Author:Website: ⁠https://www.kimliggett.com/⁠Facebook: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/kim.liggettpeplowski⁠Twitter: ⁠https://x.com/i/flow/login?redirect_after_login=%2FKim_Liggett⁠Pinterest: ⁠https://www.pinterest.com/kimliggett/⁠GoodReads: ⁠https://www.goodreads.com/author/show/6693411.Kim_Liggett⁠00:00 Intro01:37 Background02:32 Age Level & Content Warning04:57 Judge a Book by It's Cover05:30 Discussion01:05:28 General Thoughts01:07:09 One Question for the Author01:09:07 Rating01:10:24 Read Again?01:11:11 OutroTikTok: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/lunar_skulk⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/lunar_skulk⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

The Fantasy and Sci-fi Fanatic's Podcast
Season 4, Episode 28-Norbert Zsivicz Interview

The Fantasy and Sci-fi Fanatic's Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 12, 2025 75:06


For this episode of Season 4, I had the pleasure of interviewing Hungarian-born SFF author Norbert Zsivicz. We had a great chat about his debut novel Sealed Empire, we discussed his writing style, and what his future writing plans are. His first book Sealed Empire is won the best Fantasy Choice Award in Hungary in 2022. He now working on the sequels and some other sci-fi, fantasy & horror scripts for tv and cinema. Make sure to check out his book and social links below and please don't forget to subscribe to our Youtube Channel! Amazon Author Page: https://www.amazon.com/stores/author/B0BP7S5CVJ/about Author Website: https://www.sealedbooks.com/en/the-author Author X: https://x.com/authornorbert Author Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/norbert.zsivicz/ Author Youtube Page: https://www.youtube.com/@UCvBHJGhjilJ4sFfP97a-rOw Podcast Channel Links: Patreon: patreon.com/TFSFP Website: https://thefantasyandscififanaticspod.com/ Youtube Channel Subscription: https://youtube.com/@thefantasyandsci-fifanatic2328 Rss.com: https://media.rss.com/thefantasyandsci-fifanaticspodcast/feed.xml Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2aCCUhora9GdLAduLaaqiu?si=cl-8VWgaSrOGDwJg-cKONQ Discord Server: https://discord.gg/zd6mj2rQ Facebook Group join link: https://www.facebook.com/groups/402724958101648/?ref=share

Escape with Me Bookclub
Rivals - New Friends, New Problems

Escape with Me Bookclub

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 7, 2025 47:20


The League of Kings has arrived, and Beatrice has to deal with international politics. Daphne and Nine forge an unforeseeable bond to take down a mutual enemy. Sam seems to be in a doomed relationship. Can our main characters have it all? Or are they going to need to make some difficult choices?Follow the Author:Website: ⁠⁠https://katharinemcgee.com/#home⁠⁠Instagram: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/katharinemcgee/⁠⁠Twitter: ⁠⁠https://twitter.com/katharinemcgee⁠⁠00:00 Intro00:43 Background02:54 Age Level & Content Warning04:51 Judge a Book by It's Cover06:00 Discussion39:07 General Thoughts43:12 Rating44:44 Read Again?45:08 Favorite of the Series so Far47:05 OutroTikTok: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/lunar_skulk⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/lunar_skulk⁠⁠⁠⁠

The Fantasy and Sci-fi Fanatic's Podcast
Season 4, Episode 27-Sophia Slade Interview

The Fantasy and Sci-fi Fanatic's Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 5, 2025 90:31


For this episode of Season 4, I had the pleasure of interviewing fantasy author and poet Sophia Slade. I found Sophia on bookstagram and fell in love with her cover and blurb for Night Strider. I was so happy we were able to connect and have such a fantastic chat.We discussed her writing process, how she got traditionally published through Orbit book, and what her future plans for her characters and world are. I have added her book Night Strider to my 2025 Reading List (https://youtu.be/97gRGqkAExA) so make sure to check out that two part video out now on my channel!Please make sure to check out her socials below and please don't forget to subscribe to our channel!Author Website: https://www.sophiaslade.com/Author Amazon Page: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Sophia-Slade/author/B0B5W47M5K?ref=ap_rdr&isDramIntegrated=true&shoppingPortalEnabled=trueAuthor Instagram: @theneonvultureAuthor Tik Tok: @theneonvultureAuthor X: @theneonvulturePodcast Channel Links:Patreon: patreon.com/TFSFPWebsite: https://thefantasyandscififanaticspod.com/Youtube Channel Subscription: https://youtube.com/@thefantasyandsci-fifanatic2328Rss.com: https://media.rss.com/thefantasyandsci-fifanaticspodcast/feed.xmlSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2aCCUhora9GdLAduLaaqiu?si=cl-8VWgaSrOGDwJg-cKONQDiscord Server: https://discord.gg/zd6mj2rQFacebook Group join link: https://www.facebook.com/groups/402724958101648/?ref=share

Alzheimer's Speaks Radio - Lori La Bey
Supporting Families and Organizations Dealing with Dementia on OPEN MIC

Alzheimer's Speaks Radio - Lori La Bey

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 25, 2025 56:07


Supporting Families and Organizations Dealing with Dementia Today our host Lori La Bey talks to three women doing amazing things in the arena of Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia. Joining Lori is Linda Burhans, the gal who cares for the caregivers, Claire Richardson, representing Dementia Together, and Julie Moore, Author of I Am Their Voice. Youtube https://youtu.be/TM0uzwpoII8 Apple https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/supporting-families-and-organizations-dealing/id986940432?i=1000700724907 Spotify https://open.spotify.com/episode/1QJcW0y2UjBE6HBgLmZADT Podlink https://pod.link/986940432/episode/7a920298e125ee43fb4fa337bccc8fac Dementia Map Events https://dementiamap.com/events/#!event/2025/3/25/alzheimer-apos-s-speaks-open-mic-airs Alzheimer’s Speaks Blog https://alzheimersspeaks.com/supporting-families-and-organizations-dealing-with-dementia/ Contact our Guests Linda Burhans Website https://lindaburhans.com Email LindaBurhans@aol.com Claire Richardson, Dementia Together Website https://dementiatogether.org Email outreach@dementiatogether.org Phone 720-935-4798 Julie Moore, Author Website https://www.iamtheirvoice.com Contact Us To Be On The Next Open Mic https://alzheimersspeaks.com/be-a-guest/ Share Your Story, Service, Product, or Tool on Alzheimer’s Speaks Open Mic Join Alzheimer's Speaks Radio today on Open Mic as we shift dementia care from crisis to comfort around the world one episode at a time. We love raising all voices and delivering sound news, not just sound bites! So, we invite you to tell us how you are improving dementia care. We just ask all parties to hold to have a respectful conversation. Share your dementia or caregiving story. Tell us about your service, product, or tool you have that can help others dealing with dementia. Have you written a book, penned, or produced a song or film? If so, we want to hear from you. Maybe you are working on a research project or have a trial you are promoting. These conversations are always interesting. Here are future recording dates if you would like to join us. April 16thMay 21stJune 18th July 16thAug. 13thSept. 17thOct. 15thNov. 12thDec. 17th Contact Us To Be On The Next Open Mic https://alzheimersspeaks.com/be-a-guest/ YouTube https://youtu.be/TM0uzwpoII8 Apple Podcast Spotify https://open.spotify.com/episode/1QJcW0y2UjBE6HBgLmZADT Pod Links https://pod.link/986940432 Dementia Map https://dementiamap.com/events/#!event/2025/3/25/alzheimer-apos-s-speaks-open-mic-airs Alzheimer’s Speaks Blog Post Website https://alzheimersspeaks.com/alzheimers-speaks-radio/ Dementia Map https://dementiamap.com/ Contact Lori La Bey with Alzheimer’s Speaks Website – https://www.alzheimersspeaks.com/ Contact Lori La Bey with questions or branding needs through www.AlzheimersSpeaks.com Alzheimer's Speaks - Shifting dementia care from crisis to comfort around the world one episode at a time by raising all voices and delivering sound news, not just sound bites since 2011. Alzheimer's Speaks is part of the Senior Resource Podcast Network.Support this Show: https://alzheimersspeaks.com/donate-now/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Escape with Me Bookclub
Vera Wong's Unsolicited Advice for Murderers - Everyone Needs a Vera

Escape with Me Bookclub

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 24, 2025 82:15


Life is pretty ordinary for the empty-nest/widow Vera Wong... Until one day a dead body is found in her shop. After seeing the police at work, Vera decides to take on the case herself. In the process of finding the murderer, she also finds things that have been missing in her own life. Will she catch the culprit or has she grown too attached to her suspects?Follow the Author:Website: ⁠⁠https://www.jesseqsutanto.com/⁠⁠Facebook: ⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/JesseQSutanto/⁠⁠Twitter: ⁠⁠https://twitter.com/thewritinghippo⁠⁠Instagram:⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/jesseqsutanto/⁠⁠TikTok:⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@jessesutanto?lang=en⁠⁠Good Reads:⁠⁠https://www.goodreads.com/author/show/19278992.Jesse_Q_Sutanto⁠⁠00:00 Intro00:55 Background01:38 Age Level & Content Warning02:26 Judge a Book by It's Cover03:14 Discussion01:17:28 General Thoughts01:18:55 One Question for the Author01:20:21 Rating01:21:11 Read Again?01:22:00 OutroTikTok: ⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/lunar_skulk⁠⁠Instagram: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/lunar_skulk⁠⁠

The Joined Up Writing Podcast
From Rejection to Representation: Roxie Key's Crime Debut Breakthrough

The Joined Up Writing Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 21, 2025 45:52


The Call Back is currently only £3.99/$3.99! Check it out here.Hi, I'm Wayne Kelly, a writer, podcast host and coach. I love to help writers develop their skills and get their books and stories out into the world.In this episode of The Write Place Podcast, I'm joined by crime writer Roxie Key to discuss her brilliant debut novel The Deadly Spark, a character-driven blend of psychological suspense and police procedural.We get into the real story behind Roxie's writing journey—from 50+ rejections to a dream agent sliding into her DMs, and how she went from almost giving up to having a book deal and a growing readership. Roxie shares how a childhood phobia became the central theme of her novel, why she chose to write a diverse cast of characters, and how she balances writing with family life and a full-time job.We also talk about:The importance of rejection and building thick skinWhy writing fear can be a form of therapyNavigating police procedural accuracy without getting bogged down in red tapeThe reality of modern publishing and why debut authors have to hustleProductivity hacks for busy writersThe value of reading—and writing—widelyRoxie is warm, honest and funny, and this chat is packed with insight for any writer trying to stay motivated and get their words out into the world.

The Fantasy and Sci-fi Fanatic's Podcast
Season 4, Episode 25-Amber Toro Interview

The Fantasy and Sci-fi Fanatic's Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 21, 2025 57:51


For this episode of Season 4 I had the pleasure of interviewing sci-fi fantasy author Amber Toro! We had a terrific chat about her Sentient Stars Series, creating complex characters, and how she develops her worlds with sci-fi and fantasy tropes in mind. Make sure to check out Amber's book and social links in the space below and as always please don't forget to subscribe to our Youtube Channel! Author Website: https://ambertoro.com/ Amazon Profile Page: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Amber-Toro/author/B0CP2WS5D2?ref=ap_rdr&isDramIntegrated=true&shoppingPortalEnabled=true Instagram Username: ⁨@AmberRaeToro⁩ Author X: https://x.com/AmberRaeToro?ref_src=twsrc%5Egoogle%7Ctwcamp%5Eserp%7Ctwgr%5Eauthor Podcast Channel Links: Patreon: patreon.com/TFSFP Website: https://thefantasyandscififanaticspod.com/ Youtube Channel Subscription: https://youtube.com/@thefantasyandsci-fifanatic2328 Rss.com: https://media.rss.com/thefantasyandsci-fifanaticspodcast/feed.xml Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2aCCUhora9GdLAduLaaqiu?si=cl-8VWgaSrOGDwJg-cKONQ Discord Server: https://discord.gg/zd6mj2rQ Facebook Group join link: https://www.facebook.com/groups/402724958101648/?ref=share

Escape with Me Bookclub
Bookshops & Bonedust - How to Deal with a Prequel

Escape with Me Bookclub

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 17, 2025 57:05


After the smash success of his first book, Legends & Lattes, it surprised some fans when the next book of the series was announced as a prequel. Looking back into Viv's violent past, it turns out that her cafe wasn't her first dip into small businesses. Can Viv save the bookshop, financially and physically from an invading necromancer? And what does this mean for the first book? Follow the Author: Website: ⁠https://www.travisbaldree.com/⁠ Facebook: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/TravisBaldreeNarrator/⁠ Twitter: ⁠https://twitter.com/TravisBaldree⁠ Discord: ⁠https://discord.com/invite/duzCS2D⁠ 00:00 Intro 00:41 Background 03:34 Age & Content Warning 04:17 Judge a Book by It's Cover 05:59 Discussion 45:18 General Thought 50:08 One Question for the Author 52:25 Rating 54:54 Read Again? 55:59 Favorite of the Series so Far 56:48 Outro TikTok: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/lunar_skulk⁠⁠⁠⁠ Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/lunar_skulk⁠⁠⁠⁠

Novel Marketing
Author Website Review: Christian Historical Romance

Novel Marketing

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 12, 2025 45:16


How effective is your author website? In this week's episode of Novel Marketing, I review the websites of top Christian Historical Romance authors, analyzing what they're doing well and where they could improve. From SEO wins to missed opportunities, you'll discover practical ways to enhance your own website. Find out:  What bestselling authors get right about website design  Common mistakes that could cost you readers and sales  Simple fixes to improve SEO, navigation, and revenue Listen in or read the blog version to explore strengths and weaknesses in website design and functionality that you can apply today. This episode is an experiment! Let me know if you'd like to hear more website reviews in future episodes!Support the show

Escape with Me Bookclub
What Once Was Mine - Moon Magic 101

Escape with Me Bookclub

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 10, 2025 86:37


The Queen is sick while pregnant and there's only one way to save her... expect there's apparently two. Drinking the moon flower instead of the sun flower, Rapunzel is born with silvery hair and murderous powers. Kept away from others until she can control her powers, Mother Gothel has other plans besides reuniting parents and daughter. Can Rapunzel escape and take hold of her destiny? Follow the Author: Website: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.lizbraswell.com/⁠⁠⁠ Facebook: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/LizBraswell/?fref=ts&ref=br_tfhttp%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2Fwix⁠⁠⁠ Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/lizbraswell/⁠⁠⁠ Twitter: ⁠⁠⁠https://twitter.com/lizbraswell⁠⁠⁠ Tumblr: ⁠⁠⁠https://lizbraswell.tumblr.com/ 00:00 Intro 00:45 Background 02:15 Age & Content Warning 02:40 Judge a Book by It's Cover 04:27 Discussion 01:17:34 General Thoughts 01:20:27 One Question for the Author 01:21:39 Rating 01:23:31 Read Again? 01:24:57 Favorite of the Series so Far? 01:26:25 Outro TikTok: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/lunar_skulk⁠⁠⁠ Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/lunar_skulk⁠⁠

Our Dead Dads
039 - When the Psychology Professor Met the Minister: The Journey of Dave Roberts

Our Dead Dads

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 4, 2025 72:11


In this episode, I had the honor of speaking with Dave Roberts, a man whose journey through profound loss has reshaped his entire perspective on life, grief, and spirituality. Dave lost his daughter, Jeannine, at just 18 years old to cancer, and his path toward healing has been filled with deep reflection, transformative experiences, and a unique understanding of continued bonds with those who have passed. His story is one of resilience and reconnection, as he shares how he found a way to maintain his relationship with his daughter beyond the physical world.Dave's journey led him to explore the intersection of psychology and spirituality, which became a cornerstone of his healing. He co-authored a book, When the Psychology Professor Met the Minister, delving into the power of belief, critical thinking, and how we can integrate different perspectives without abandoning our core values​. He speaks about the powerful role of synchronicities, dream visits, and numerology in his ongoing relationship with Janine. His experiences remind us that love and connection don't have to end with physical death.Throughout our conversation, Dave shared wisdom gained from his own grief journey, his work as a psychology professor, and the many students and people he has guided through loss. We also talked about the importance of honoring our emotions, embracing continued bonds, and challenging rigid thinking around death. Dave's insights offer a new way to look at loss—not as an end, but as a transformation of the relationship itself. This episode is proudly sponsored by Kim Gaylord Travel and Dotted Avenue Creative Studio. Please visit https://www.ourdeaddads.com/our-friends to contact. DAVE'S LINKSPERSONAL WEBSITE: https://davidrobertsmsw.com/AUTHOR WEBSITE: https://psychologyprofessorandminister.com/FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/david.j.roberts1/LINKEDIN: https://www.linkedin.com/in/david-roberts-56690513/INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/daver3103/YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/@daveroberts301/podcastsTHE TEACHING JOURNEYS PODCAST: https://rss.com/podcasts/theteachingjourneys/GIVE THE SHOW A 5-STAR RATING ON APPLE PODCASTS! FOLLOW US ON APPLE OR YOUR FAVORITE PODCAST PLATFORM! BOOKMARK OUR WEBSITE: www.ourdeaddads.com FOLLOW OUR DEAD DADS ON SOCIAL MEDIA: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ourdeaddadspod/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ourdeaddadspod TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@ourdeaddadspod Twitter / X: https://x.com/ourdeaddadspod YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmmv6sdmMIys3GDBjiui3kw LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ourdeaddadspod/

Escape with Me Bookclub
Stars Above - Strong or Skippable?

Escape with Me Bookclub

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 3, 2025 78:49


The next entry in this series is a collection of short stories, mostly prequels for the characters, one new story and an epilogue story. But is this a great add into a beloved series or is it a skippable waste? Follow the Author: Website: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.marissameyer.com/⁠⁠⁠ Facebook: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/MarissaMeyerAuthor/⁠⁠⁠ Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/marissameyerauthor/⁠⁠⁠ Twitter: ⁠⁠⁠https://twitter.com/marissa_meyer⁠⁠⁠ GoodReads: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.goodreads.com/author/show/4684322.Marissa_Meyer⁠⁠⁠ Pinterest: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.pinterest.com/marissameyerauthor/⁠⁠⁠ 00:00 Intro 00:57 Background 04:43 Age Level & Content Warning 05:15 Judge a Book by It's Cover 06:00 Discussion 07:55 The Keeper 18:57 Glitches 23:45 The Queen's Army 35:19 Carswell's Guide to Being Lucky 40:17 After Sunshine Passed By 43:38 The Princess and the Guard 51:55 The Little Android 01:02:03 The Mechanic 01:02:48 Something Old, Something New 01:09:55 General Thoughts 01:11:33 One Question for the Author 01:14:58 Rating 01:16:11 Read Again? 01:17:19 Favorite of the Series so Far 01:18:27 Outro TikTok: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/lunar_skulk⁠⁠⁠ Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/lunar_skulk⁠⁠⁠

Escape with Me Bookclub
The Good, the Bad, and the Aunties - Even Julia Child is Mafia

Escape with Me Bookclub

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 24, 2025 50:58


After hearing about it for two books, Meddie, Ma, Nathan and the Aunties are heading to Jakarta for the New Year. But little do they know as the land in Indonesia that the next week may be the worst one of their lives. As the past comes to blows in the present, can the family get out in one piece? Or will they find themselves at the whims of three billionaies that swear they aren't mafia? Follow the Author: Website: ⁠https://www.jesseqsutanto.com/⁠ Facebook: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/JesseQSutanto/⁠ Twitter: ⁠https://twitter.com/thewritinghippo⁠ Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/jesseqsutanto/⁠ TikTok: ⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@jessesutanto?lang=en⁠ Good Reads: ⁠https://www.goodreads.com/author/show/19278992.Jesse_Q_Sutanto⁠ 00:00 Intro 01:02 Background 01:48 Age Level & Content Warning 02:12 Judge a Book by It's Cover 03:10 Discussion 46:02 General Thoughts 47:05 Read Again? 47:27 One Question for the Author 49:20 Rating 50:05 Favorite of the Series 50:44 Outro TikTok: ⁠https://www.tiktok.com/lunar_skulk⁠ Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/lunar_skulk⁠

The Fantasy and Sci-fi Fanatic's Podcast
Season 4, Episode 21-Keith McWalter Interivew

The Fantasy and Sci-fi Fanatic's Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 22, 2025 67:55


For this episode of Season 4, I had the pleasure of interviewing science fiction author Keith McWalter. We had a terrific chat about his newest novel Lifers. This was such a cool premise for me and I had to interview him to see where his ideas originated and where they were going to end up. Here is the blurb: In the year 2050, the man known as Zinn is on the run from the consequences of his greatest creation: an artificial genome that wildly increases the human lifespan. His “Methuselah gene” has gone viral, and he's being hunted by Adele, a semi-retired CIA biowarfare specialist who hopes to find a way to reverse the genome's effects before it's too late. As the longevity plague spreads, populations explode, economies are upended, and intergenerational resentments boil over. Adele searches for a cure while her former lover, Dan Altman, and his wife, Marion, wealthy political operatives both, become leaders of a movement of hundred-plus-year-old “lifers” and fight to create a sanctuary for the ultra-aged in the wilds of Colorado. Meanwhile, the Altmans' son, Nolan, thinks he has the answer to the longevity crisis: a suicide pill that kills after one year, a death wish algorithm that will influence the super-aged to take it, and his beautiful daughter, Claire, who is a spokesperson for the growing anti-lifer backlash and the head of the federal government's new Department for Longevity Management. Make sure to check out his author and social links in the space below. Also please make sure to like, share, and subscribe! We are trying to get to 1k subscribers as quickly as we can in 2025! Please check out Scott's book and social links in the space below: Author Website: https://keithmcwalterwrites.com/ Author Facebook: @keith.mcwalter Author Twitter: @kgmcwalter Author Instagram: @kmcwalter Podcast Channel Links: Patreon: patreon.com/TFSFP Website: https://thefantasyandscififanaticspod.com/ Youtube Channel Subscription: https://youtube.com/@thefantasyandsci-fifanatic2328 Rss.com: https://media.rss.com/thefantasyandsci-fifanaticspodcast/feed.xml Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2aCCUhora9GdLAduLaaqiu?si=cl-8VWgaSrOGDwJg-cKONQ Facebook Group join link: https://www.facebook.com/groups/402724958101648/?ref=share

Save Our Sisters-Unplugged
Unveiling The Housekeeper's Secret- Sandy Schnakenburg

Save Our Sisters-Unplugged

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 22, 2025 82:28


The Rebel Author Podcast
281 What Makes an Amazing Author Website with Charlotte Duckworth

The Rebel Author Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 12, 2025 64:24


Episode Show Notes How important is an author website? Recommended platforms and features for author websites Optimising your author website to drive sales The importance of author branding in creating a cohesive website Using your website to build your mailing list Website metrics to pay attention to Links I mentioned: Page Turner Pacing Kickstarter Girl Games: NSFW Special Edition Kickstarter Find out more about Charlotte: CharlotteDuckworthStudio.com Instagram @charduck Rebel of the Week is: Eden the Pigeon Wrangler If you'd like to be a Rebel of the week please do send in your story, it can be any kind of rebellion. You can email your rebel story to rebelauthorpodcast@gmail.com No new patrons, but a big thank you to my existing patrons. If you'd like to support the show, and get early access to all the episodes as well as bonus content you can from as little as $2 a month by visiting: www.patreon.com/sachablack  This episode is sponsored by Fictionary Find out more about Fictionary Software + Fictionary Live! here. As a rebel listener you can get 25% off StoryTeller, StoryTeller Premium and certification with code REBEL25.

Escape with Me Bookclub
Majesty - The First Queen of America

Escape with Me Bookclub

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 10, 2025 71:44


After the death of her father, Beatrice must step up to become the first Queen of America. With her upcoming wedding overshadowing her administration, how will she take on this large task? And what will happen as our four narrators get a new guy? Follow the Author: Website: ⁠https://katharinemcgee.com/#home⁠ Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/katharinemcgee/⁠ Twitter: ⁠https://twitter.com/katharinemcgee⁠ 00:00 Intro 00:57 Background 01:45 Age Level & Content Warning 02:10 Judge a Book by It's Cover 02:49 Discussion 01:06:19 General Thoughts 01:07:07 One Question for the Author 01:08:14 Rating 01:08:55 Read Again? 01:09:23 Favorite of the Series so Far 01:09:51 The Truth about Wawa Milkshakes 01:11:19 Outro TikTok: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/lunar_skulk⁠⁠⁠ Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/lunar_skulk⁠⁠⁠

My Spoonie Sisters
Exposed-Surviving Trauma and Embracing Healing

My Spoonie Sisters

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 3, 2025 55:55 Transcription Available


*TRIGGER WARNING* violence, sexual abuse, and suicide Serena's journey is one of extraordinary resilience and transformation. As our guest, she opens up about surviving a traumatic childhood filled with unimaginable challenges, including abuse and life in witness protection. Her unwavering determination to reconnect with her mother amidst adversity is a powerful testament to the strength of familial bonds. Facing the trials of homelessness and addiction, Serena's story sheds light on the critical impact of early trauma and the path to healing through storytelling.Our conversation moves into the delicate process of healing, highlighting how Serena navigated the shadows of depression and anxiety that once loomed over her life. Drawing from her own experiences, she shares how unhealthy coping mechanisms can take root from deep-seated pain and the importance of embracing the mind-body-spirit connection for true recovery. Serena passionately discusses the liberating power of forgiveness and the contagious nature of positivity, urging listeners to create nurturing environments for themselves and their loved ones.We also explore the intricate dynamics of betrayal, transparency, and self-preservation. Serena recounts the courage it took to leave toxic relationships marked by manipulation and abuse, emphasizing the importance of self-care and community support. Her journey underscores the necessity of honest communication within families and the critical decision to prioritize one's well-being. By sharing her insights, Serena provides invaluable encouragement to those walking their own paths to healing, inspiring listeners to seek strength from their communities and embrace vulnerability as a catalyst for personal growth.Author Website: https://serenamastin.com/Business Website: https://pulsemarketingteam.com/Author IG: https://www.instagram.com/heartfeltstories2024/Business IG: https://www.instagram.com/pulse_marketing/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PulseMarketingTeamLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/serenamastin/ Amazon: amazon.com/author/serenamasSend us a text Delivering Happy Mail around the world!We have sent thousands of cards to isolated illness warriors, facilitated hundreds of pen pal relationships, and reached countless family members, caregivers, and medical professionals with messages of hope and acknowledgment.Join our mission to send 100,000 cards of support to patients with long-term illnesses.About our organization | Cards2warriors Hi, Jen here! We are so glad to have you back. I want to personally thank those that have signed up with Rare Patient Voice recently. We love your support of the podcast, and this is another way that you can by signing up with Rare Patient Voice through our referral link. Remember, we're here to support you every step of the way. Support the showSupport:https://rarepatientvoice.com/Myspooniesisters/https://www.etsy.com/shop/MySpoonieSistershttps://www.graceandable.com/?bg_ref=980:nzTyG6c9zK (Use code GAJen10)Website:https://myspooniesisters.com/

The Transition Bridge Podcast
“10 Little Rules for a Double-Butted Adventure” with Teri Brown, Award-Winning Author

The Transition Bridge Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 3, 2025 46:18


“Perseverance is the hard work you do after you get tired of doing the hard work you already did.”My guest, Teri Brown chose to go on an adventure that changed her outlook on life.She and her husband Bruce, rode a tandem bicycle across the United States from Astoria, Oregon to Washington, DC, successfully raising money for Toys for Tots. In today's episode, Teri shares the inspirational life lessons she learned riding across the United States on a Tandem Bicycle.Expect SetbacksDo Hard ThingsEnjoy the DownhillsFocus on NowDefine SuccessSet Aside FearsKnow your WhyNever Quit on a Hard DayContinue to DreamCONTINUE TO DREAMShe learned she is stronger than she realized and capable of anything she sets her mind to.Teri's Award-Winning Book, “10 Little Rules for a Double-Butted Adventure” can be found on Amazon as well as her website where she you can also find her many other award-winning books. Connect with Teri:www.terimbrown.comteri@terimbrown.com Links for purchase:Author Website: https://www.terimbrown.com/10-little-rules-dba.htmlAmazon: https://amzn.to/40LGVHpBarnes and Noble - 10 Little Rules: https://10littlerules.com/store/10-Little-Rules-for-a-Double-Butted-Adventure-p707413260  Social MediaFacebook.com/TeriMBrownAuthorTwitter.com/TeriMBrown1Instagram.com/TeriMBrown_AuthorLinkedIn.com/in/TeriMBrownGoodreads.com/terimbrownTiktok.com/@terimbrown_authorAmazon Author: https://www.amazon.com/author/terimbrownYoutube.com/@TeriMBrown_AuthorBookbub.com/profile/teri-m-brownThreads: @terimbrown_author   CONNECT WITH DEBIDo you feel stuck?  Do you sense its time for a change but unsure where to start or how to move forward?  Schedule a clarity call!Free Clarity Call: https://calendly.com/debironca/free-clarity-callWebsite – https://www.debironca.comInstagram - @debironcaEmail – info@debironca.comCheck out my online course!                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    Your Story's Changing, finding Purpose in Life's Transitionshttps://course.sequoiatransitioncoaching.com/8-week-programThe Family Letter by Debi Ronca – International Best Sellerhttps://www.amazon.com/dp/B07SSJFXBD

Book Marketing Tips and Author Success Podcast
How to Get Your Author Website to Rank on Google

Book Marketing Tips and Author Success Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 31, 2025 38:56


We spend a lot of time talking about Amazon (and that matters) but when was the last time you searched for your name or book on Google? Did your website show up? Or is your author website getting lost in the vast expanse of the internet? While Amazon visibility is crucial, Google matters just as much when it comes to connecting with readers and maintaining relationships with them beyond the purchase. This is especially critically if you plan to release more than one title. In this episode, we'll explore how to play nice with the Google machine using straightforward SEO strategies. Forget the confusing jargon—we're breaking down SEO into simple, actionable steps that will help you boost your online presence. Whether you're building your brand or trying to drive traffic to your books or business, this episode will give you the tools and roadmap you need to ensure your site stands out where it counts most! Grab a pen or pencil and be prepared to take notes!Send us your feedback!Check out our new mentorship program that will definitely change your life:https://amarketingexpert.com/author-mentorship/Help promote the podcast and earn free swag: If you're willing to put our podcast player widget on your website we'd love to send you free book swag, and you can earn a free coaching session! Email us at info@amarketingexpert.com for more information.Buy Penny's new book, The Amazon Author FormulaFREE BONUSLeave a review and we'll give you our Book Launch Checklist! Just include your reviewer name or a screenshot of your review in the email. Can't leave one on your podcast platform? Just email us your review and we'll put it on our website: info@amarketingexpert.com.Check out our podcast page and learn more about the team: www.amarketingexpert.com/author-podcast

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Escape with Me Bookclub
Go the Distance - I Won't Say I'm in Love

Escape with Me Bookclub

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 27, 2025 52:23


We have reach the 11th installment of the Twisted Tales series and this time we look at a reimagining of Hercules. Meg now gets her own chance to become a goddess, but to move forward she's going to need to make peace with her past, especially since she has to bring her ex-boyfriend's wife back from the dead. Is this a great sequel to the classic movie? Or just a disappointment? Follow the Author: Website: ⁠⁠https://www.jencalonitaonline.com/⁠⁠ Facebook: ⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/jencalonitabooks⁠⁠ Instagram: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/jencalonita/⁠⁠ Twitter: ⁠⁠https://twitter.com/JenCalonita⁠⁠ TikTok: ⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@jencalonitaofficial⁠⁠ 00:00 Intro 00:41 Background 03:16 Age Level & Content Warning 03:30 Judge a Book by It's Cover 44:38 General Thoughts 49:05 One Question for the Author 50:18 Rating 51:10 Read Again? 51:24 Favorite of the Series so Far 52:09 Outro TikTok: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/lunar_skulk⁠⁠⁠ Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/lunar_skulk⁠⁠⁠

Escape with Me Bookclub
Youngbloods - How Not to End a Series

Escape with Me Bookclub

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 20, 2025 58:46


Four books later, eight if you count the Uglies series, we reach the end of a series. Tally Youngblood has once more shown up to be the leader for our narrator, but her appearance marks a massive decrease in quality. Filled with continuity errors, dropped plot lines and nuked characters, Youngbloods is exactly how not to end a series. Follow the Author: Website: ⁠⁠https://scottwesterfeld.com/⁠⁠ Facebook: ⁠h⁠ttps://www.facebook.com/scottwesterfeldfan⁠⁠ Twitter: ⁠⁠https://twitter.com/ScottWesterfeld⁠⁠ Instagram: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/scott_westerfeld/⁠⁠ YouTube: ⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmCvHlvFdmQssxtY0JVLzIw⁠⁠ 00:00 Intro 00:53 Background 01:44 Age Level & Content Warning 01:56 Judge a Book by It's Cover 02:22 Discussion 48:39 General Thoughts 48:45 One Question for the Author 52:56 Rating 55:37 Read Again? 56:17 Favorite of the Series 58:35 Outro TikTok: ⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/lunar_skulk⁠⁠ Instagram: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/lunar_skulk⁠⁠

Authors on the Air Global Radio Network
Launch Day Fun! Adrienne Giordano Talks CRASH COURSE, Romantic Suspense, and Daddy Issues

Authors on the Air Global Radio Network

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 13, 2025 21:30


Welcome to the debut episode of Undercurrents of Romance with host Tracey Devlyn! In Episode 1, Tracey kicks off the show with her long-time friend and writing partner, Adrienne Giordano. Together, they share their friendship journey, talk about Adrienne's latest releases—Crash Course (romantic suspense) and The Money Shot (women's fiction, writing as Anne Dano)—and delve into a lively discussion about… daddy issues? It's a mix of laughs, insights, and all the bookish goodness you crave. Links mentioned in this episode: Adrienne's Author Website (https://adriennegiordano.com) CRASH COURSE (romantic suspense) (https://adriennegiordano.com/bookshelf/steele-ridge-the-blackwells/crash-course) THE MONEY SHOT (women's fiction; writing as Anne Dano) (https://adriennegiordano.com/bookshelf/books-by-anne-dano/the-money-shot) Adrienne's Professional & Life Coach Website (https://adriennegiordano.com/coaching-corner) Steele Ridge World (https://steeleridgeseries.com) Tracey Devlyn's Undercurrents of Romance Website (https://traceydevlyn.com/podcast) Stay in the loop! Join our Facebook Group for exclusive updates, giveaways, and behind-the-scenes fun. (https://www.facebook.com/groups/undercurrentsofromance) Support the Show: Love what you're hearing? Toss a few dollars into Tracey's Tip Jar (https://tinyurl.com/UR-TipJar) to help cover production costs and keep Undercurrents of Romance going strong. Thank you for your support! Enjoy the episode!

The Fantasy and Sci-fi Fanatic's Podcast
Season 4, Episode 13-Stephen Aryan Interview

The Fantasy and Sci-fi Fanatic's Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 21, 2024 55:56


For this episode of Season 4, I had the pleasure of interviewing award winning fantasy author Stephen Aryan. We had a terrific chat about his novella New York Minute, why he created this universe, and what his plans are for it. I loved this book and it was an awesome experience to get the background on it.If you have not checked out Stephen's other books, please make sure to click on his book and social links in the space below. Also, please don't forget to share and subscribe to our channel! We are striving for 1k in 2025!Author Links:Amazon.com: https://www.amazon.com/s?rh=n%3A17%2Cp_27%3AStephen+Aryan&hvbmt=%7BBidMatchType%7D&hvdev=m&tag=hydsma-20&ref=pd_sl_3e1ybupw4g_e Author Website: https://stephen-aryan.com/ Goodreads Profile: https://www.goodreads.com/author/show/10372063.Stephen_Aryan Author Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stephenaryan_writer/ Author Youtube Channel: https://m.youtube.com/channel/UCZlaVQ9rks4GaN-x3Jkos0A Podcast Channel Links:Patreon: patreon.com/TFSFPWebsite: https://thefantasyandscififanaticspod.com/Youtube Channel Subscription: https://youtube.com/@thefantasyandsci-fifanatic2328Rss.com: https://media.rss.com/thefantasyandsci-fifanaticspodcast/feed.xmlSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2aCCUhora9GdLAduLaaqiu?si=cl-8VWgaSrOGDwJg-cKONQFacebook Group join link: https://www.facebook.com/groups/402724958101648/?ref=share

The Fantasy and Sci-fi Fanatic's Podcast
Season 4, Ep. 9-W. A. Simpson Interview

The Fantasy and Sci-fi Fanatic's Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 22, 2024 63:18


For this episode of Season 4, I had the pleasure of interviewing award-winning author of fantasy and science fiction W. A. Simpson. We had a terrific conversation about her Tales from the Riven Isles books and where she got her ideas from. Our discussion involved how she developed her magic system, her focus on worldbuilding, and how she creates characters her readers care about. Make sure to check out her book and social links in the space below! Author Website: https://authorwasimpson.com/ Author Amazon Link: https://www.amazon.com/stores/W.A.-Simpson/author/B006935YDA?ref=ap_rdr&isDramIntegrated=true&shoppingPortalEnabled=true Author Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/authorwasimpson52/ Author X: https://x.com/AuthorWASimpson?ref_src=twsrc%5Egoogle%7Ctwcamp%5Eserp%7Ctwgr%5Eauthor Author Facebook: https://m.facebook.com/authorwasimpson/ Podcast Channel Links: Patreon: patreon.com/TFSFP Website: https://thefantasyandscififanaticspod.com/ Youtube Channel Subscription: https://youtube.com/@thefantasyandsci-fifanatic2328 Rss.com: https://media.rss.com/thefantasyandsci-fifanaticspodcast/feed.xml Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2aCCUhora9GdLAduLaaqiu?si=cl-8VWgaSrOGDwJg-cKONQ Facebook Group join link: https://www.facebook.com/groups/402724958101648/?ref=share

The Concussion Nerds Podcast
EP 65: Resilience After Concussion Lina Aristizabal's Journey

The Concussion Nerds Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 18, 2024 26:34


Are you feeling stuck on your healing journey, longing for a sense of “normal” that seems forever out of reach? It's all too easy to let frustration take over when recovery feels slow, and anger often fills the space where acceptance could be. Many people get trapped, waiting for life to return to the way it was before their injury – a pattern that keeps you in a holding pattern, waiting to feel better. What if there's a way to start moving forward, even without “getting back” to who you were before? Today, I'm joined by Lina Maria Aristizabal, a wellbeing coach and resilience educator, dedicated to helping individuals thrive after adversity. After suffering a concussion in 2018, she turned to science-based wellbeing strategies to rebuild her own joy and purpose. She holds degrees from Buffalo State University of New York, the University of Toronto, and Nipissing University, alongside certifications in applied positive psychology, resilience training, and coaching. As co-founder of Revive and Thrive Wellbeing, Lina creates programs that help individuals flourish despite health challenges.  BY THE TIME YOU FINISH LISTENING, YOU'LL DISCOVER: The power of acceptance in your healing process and why it doesn't mean “giving up” Lina's journey from resistance to peace and how she finally started moving forward Key practices from wellbeing science that can bring more joy and purpose into your life today Practical steps you can use to take control of your emotional state, even when symptoms linger Get ready to be inspired by Lina's story and the practical wisdom she shares. This conversation could be the shift you need to finally start living fully, even as you continue your healing journey. Let's connect!   Instagram:@natasha.wilchEmail: hello@natashawilch.com Website: https://www.natasha-wilch.com Click this link if you'd like to support me in the Fab 40 Over 40 competition: https://votefab40.com/2024/natasha-wilch   Join the Concussion Mini School and Membership! Get the support and resources you need for concussion recovery: Mini School: https://www.natashawilch.com/concussion-mini-school Membership: https://www.natashawilch.com/concussion-mini-school-the-membership Connect with Lina: Book and Audiobook: Raise Your Head Up: A No-Nonsense Guide to Getting Your Life Back After Concussion by Lina Maria Aristizabal Amazon.com, Amazon.ca Promo code Concussion Nerds for 40% off Learn to Thrive with Post-Concussion Syndrome self-study course. https://reviveandthrivewellbeing.com/product/ltt-self-study/ Email: lina@linamaria.ca Author Website: https://authorlinamaria.com  

Steak for Breakfast Podcast

On today's (Tuesday 2 of 2) Episode of the Steak for Breakfast Podcast, we are covering:   As final messages and closing arguments are being made and as we near the end of the 2024 presidential election cycle, we lay out the cases for Donald Trump and the republicans versus Kamala Harris and the democrats just one week before Election Day   Donald Trump delivered remarks to supporters in battleground Atlanta, Georgia on Monday and we've got a full recap with coverage and analysis   Guests: In Order of Appearance   All profile handles are for X (formerly Twitter)   Congressman Ben Cline: (@RepBenCline) U.S. Representative, VA-6   Website: https://cline.house.gov/   Campaign: https://bencline.com   Bianca de la Garza: (@BiancaDLGarza) Show Host, News Anchor, Journalist, Newsmax; Author   Website: https://www.newsmax.com/   Book: https://www.amazon.com/dp   Congressman Ralph Norman: (@RepRalphNorman) U.S. Representative, SC-5   Website: https://norman.house.gov/   Campaign: https://www.electralphnorman.com   Steak for Breakfast:   SUBSCRIBE on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/steak-for-breakfast-podcast/id1498791684   SUBSCRIBE on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3MXIB2s8IWLoT4tnBMAH9n?si=izN0KShBSAytW5JBBsKEwQ   email the show: steakforbreakfastpodcast@protonmail.com   Steak for Substack: https://steakforbreakfastpodcast.substack.com   linktree: https://linktr.ee/steakforbreakfastpodcast   MyPillow: Promo Code: STEAK at checkout Website: https://mystore.com/steak Website: https://www.mypillow.com/steak Via the Phone: 800-658-8045   My Patriot Cigar Co. Enter Promo Code: STEAK  and save 25% http://mypatriotcigars.com/usa/steak   Man Rubs Enter Promo Code: STEAK15 and save 15% https://manrubs.com   Beard Vet Coffee Enter Promo Code: STEAK and save 10% https://www.beardvet.com/   BattleBorn Coffee Roasters enter promo code: STEAK and save 20% off your first order https://www.battleborn.coffee   New Hope Wellness use this link or enter promo code: STEAK during intake for free consultation and $100 off your first order https://www.newhopewellness.com/steak Call: 1-800-527-2150

Steak for Breakfast Podcast

On today's (Tuesday 1 of 2) Episode of the Steak for Breakfast Podcast, we are covering:    Donald Trump had a second assassination attempt on his life happen over the weekend; this time in Palm Beach, Florida and we've bring you the latest on this still developing story     Donald Trump delivered remarks to supporters in Las Vegas, Nevada over the weekend and we've got full coverage and a comprehensive post-event analysis    Guests: In Order of Appearance    All profile handles are for X (formerly Twitter)    Roger Stone: (@RogerJStoneJr) Political Icon, Strategist, Insider. New York Times best-selling Author    Website: https://rogerstone.substack.com/   Rumble: https://rumble.com/c/RogerStone   Show Site: https://wabcradio.com/podcast/roger-stone-on-wabc-radio/   Congressman Ralph Norman: (@RepRalphNorman) U.S. Representative, SC-5   Website: https://norman.house.gov/   Subscribe to the show and rate it, don't forget to leave a review on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. And find everything Steak for Breakfast at https://linktr.ee/steakforbreakfastpodcast Be sure to listen, like, follow and SHARE our Steak for Breakfast content!   Steak for Breakfast:    SUBSCRIBE on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/steak-for-breakfast-podcast/id1498791684   SUBSCRIBE on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3MXIB2s8IWLoT4tnBMAH9n?si=izN0KShBSAytW5JBBsKEwQ   email the show: steakforbreakfastpodcast@protonmail.com    Steak for Substack: https://steakforbreakfastpodcast.substack.com   linktree: https://linktr.ee/steakforbreakfastpodcast   MyPillow: Promo Code: STEAK at checkout  Website: https://mystore.com/steak Website: https://www.mypillow.com/steak  Via the Phone: 800-658-8045    My Patriot Cigar Co. Enter Promo Code: STEAK  and save 25% http://mypatriotcigars.com/usa/steak   Man Rubs Enter Promo Code: STEAK15 and save 15% https://manrubs.com   Beard Vet Coffee Enter Promo Code: STEAK and save 10%  https://www.beardvet.com/   BattleBorn Coffee Roasters enter promo code: STEAK and save 20% off your first order  https://www.battleborn.coffee   New Hope Wellness use this link or enter promo code: STEAK during intake for free consultation and $100 off your first order https://www.newhopewellness.com/steak Call: 1-800-527-2150

Steak for Breakfast Podcast

On today's (Friday 1 of 2) Episodes of the Steak for Breakfast Podcast, we are covering:    DNC RECAP   We conclude our coverage of the 2024 Democrat National Convention with highlights and analysis from the biggest members of the party delivering remarks to supporters in Chicago this week Democrat Presidential Nominee Kamala Harris delivered her acceptance speech at the Democrat National Convention on Thursday night and we breakdown the hits, misses and everything in between Guests: In Order of Appearance    All profile handles are for X (formerly Twitter)  Dr. Ben Carson: (@RealBenCarson) Former U.S. Secretary of HUD; Founder, American Cornerstone Institute; Retired Neurosurgeon; Author    Website: https://americancornerstone.org/   Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/common-sense-with-dr-ben-carson/   Congressman Ben Cline: (@RepBenCline) U.S. Representative, VA-   Website: https://cline.house.gov/   Website: https://bencline.com/   Subscribe to the show and rate it, don't forget to leave a review on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. And find everything Steak for Breakfast at https://linktr.ee/steakforbreakfastpodcast Be sure to listen, like, follow and SHARE our Steak for Breakfast content!   Steak for Breakfast:  SUBSCRIBE on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/steak-for-breakfast-podcast/id1498791684   SUBSCRIBE on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3MXIB2s8IWLoT4tnBMAH9n?si=izN0KShBSAytW5JBBsKEwQ   email the show: steakforbreakfastpodcast@protonmail.com    Steak for Substack: https://steakforbreakfastpodcast.substack.com   linktree: https://linktr.ee/steakforbreakfastpodcast   MyPillow: Promo Code: STEAK at checkout  Website: https://mystore.com/steak Website: https://www.mypillow.com/steak  Via the Phone: 800-658-8045    My Patriot Cigar Co. Enter Promo Code: STEAK  and save 25% http://mypatriotcigars.com/usa/steak   Man Rubs Enter Promo Code: STEAK15 and save 15% https://manrubs.com   Beard Vet Coffee Enter Promo Code: STEAK and save 10%  https://www.beardvet.com/   BattleBorn Coffee Roasters enter promo code: STEAK and save 20% off your first order  https://www.battleborn.coffee   New Hope Wellness use this link or enter promo code: STEAK during intake for free consultation and $100 off your first order https://www.newhopewellness.com/steak Call: 1-800-527-2150