Podcasts about book bites

What makes us turn the page or toss the book? That's the question driving our latest Book Bites mini-episode, where we're pulling back the curtain on the literary devices that either captivate or frustrate us as readers.Kylee and Susie serve up a deliciously honest conversation about romance novel tropes, revealing their reading preferences with unfiltered enthusiasm. For every "second chance romance" that has us swooning (though we'd never give those second chances in real life), there's a frustrating miscommunication plot that makes us want to scream at fictional characters to just talk to each other already! We dissect why we're suckers for the "he falls first" dynamic, where male protagonists are secretly obsessed while heroines remain oblivious to their affections.From arranged marriages to workplace romances, royal love stories to found families, we explore what makes these familiar patterns so satisfying when executed well. But we don't hold back on our literary pet peeves either – bully-to-lovers relationships that cross ethical boundaries, love magically "curing" infertility, uncomfortable age gaps, and books that promise romance but deliver nothing spicier than a handshake all make our hit list. And don't get us started on cliffhanger endings without proper epilogues!Whether you're nodding along in agreement or preparing your counterarguments, this episode celebrates how reading preferences reveal what we value in storytelling. Share your own trope loves and hates with us – we promise we have thick skin (mostly)! After all, the conversation around what makes literature resonate is as fascinating as the books themselves.Support the showEditing done by Connor Luther @clfilms.coMusic by @thundercatlouisMerch Here

The haunting stories behind Portland, Oregon's most supernatural locations reveal tragic histories and ongoing paranormal activity that continues to affect visitors and staff today.• The White Eagle bar harbors three ghosts from a tragic love story that ended in three lives lost• Staff at the White Eagle confirm experiencing perfume scents, mysterious objects, and shadowy figures that match historical accounts• The lake at Laurelhurst Park is haunted by the spirit of a woman who drowned in 1936 under mysterious circumstances ruled as suicide• A jogger's encounter with a drowning woman who vanished when he tried to save her suggests a residual haunting at Laurelhurst• Edgefield, once a poor farm and orphanage, contains energy-draining entities and a child-like apparition that has been known to chase visitors• McMenamins maintains a "ghost log" at Edgefield where guests can document their paranormal encountersSupport the showEditing done by Connor Luther @clfilms.coMusic by @thundercatlouisMerch Here

We explore our guiltiest reading pleasures and confess the books we love but hide from others in a judgment-free zone – well, almost judgment-free.• Romance books featuring significant age gaps, including the infamous 104-year-old vampire and 17-year-old human love story• Serial killer romances like "The Mindfuck" where anniversary gifts include people who've done bad things• Controversial step-family romances such as Penelope Douglas's "Credence" • Books featuring stalking behavior reframed as romance, including "Under Your Scars"• Ruby Dixon's "Ice Planet Barbarians" with its unique alien anatomy and bonding rituals• Polyamorous relationships in books like "Flock" by Kate Stewart• Dark romance featuring possessive motorcycle club membersMy TBR just got a lot longer.Support the showEditing done by Connor Luther @clfilms.coMusic by @thundercatlouisMerch Here

Imagine revisiting the magic of your favorite book as if it were the first time. That's exactly what we explore in this episode of Book Bites! Join us, your hosts Kylee and Susie, as we embark on a nostalgic journey with our friends Allysha and Jordan. We kick off with Susie's tear-jerker favorite, "The Things We Leave Unfinished" by Rebecca Yarros, and Allysha melts our hearts with her fond memories of discovering the "Harry Potter" series. Jordan enchants us with the charm of "Remarkably Bright Creatures" by Shelby Van Pelt, while Kylee reminisces about the messy "Magnolia Parks" series and the unforgettable allure of the "Twilight" saga. Together, we relive those first-time reading experiences that left lasting impressions and shaped our literary paths.But the magic doesn't stop there. We dive into the wild world of unique reads and captivating series that keep us eagerly turning pages. From an unexpected romance with blue aliens to the haunting themes of Stephen Graham Jones's "The Only Good Indians," our discussion is as diverse as it is engaging. We also share our excitement for the next installment in the Empyrean series, which promises rich world-building and important representation. As we swap stories of midnight releases and pre-orders, there's a palpable excitement in the air—a shared anticipation for the next great adventure waiting for us within the pages of a book. So, grab your favorite bookmark and join us for a heartwarming episode celebrating the joy and anticipation of reading.Support the showEditing done by Connor Luther @clfilms.coMusic by @thundercatlouisMERCH SHOP HERE

This episode is packed with fun book recommendations perfect for new readers, offering a mix of genres that will spark a love for reading! Hosts Susie and Kylee share their all-time favorite reads, clever tips for picking the right books, and have a blast chatting about the highs and lows of starting a reading journey.Here's what you'll get:• Kickoff to our mid-month mini episode – Short, sweet, and filled with bookish goodness!• Perfect book picks for beginners – Easy-to-love recommendations to jumpstart your reading habit.• Holiday romance vibes with "Wreck the Halls" – A festive, swoon-worthy read for cozying up during the holidays.• Getting hooked again with the "After" series – How this dramatic series can reignite your passion for reading!• Suspense you can't put down: "The Perfect Marriage" – A thriller that'll keep you guessing until the very end.• Psychological twists in "The Silent Patient" – A mind-bending read you'll want to devour in one sitting.• Magical world of YA fantasy with "Powerless" – A fantasy adventure that's perfect for young and adult readers alike!• Cowboys and romance by Elsie Silver – Hot, steamy, and full of heart—cowboy romance at its best!• Nostalgic feels with "Twilight" – Remembering the book that started the vampire craze.• Thrills galore in "The Chain" – A fast-paced, edge-of-your-seat thriller you won't want to miss.• The joy of reading for fun – Why it's all about enjoying what you read, no pressure!Don't miss the next episode, and let us know what books or topics you'd love to hear about next time!Support the showEditing done by Connor Luther @clfilms.coMusic by @thundercatlouisMERCH SHOP HERE

In a departure from literature, quizmaster Meredith Hepner quizzes us on our knowledge of John Hughes and Richard Curtis's Christmas films. Julia got 8/13.This episode is swear-free so you can enjoy it with the family. How did you do?If you want to share your score, join my new Book Club on Facebook, which welcomes fans of all genres.Support Julia by buying her booksOrder signed paperbacks of Julia's books directly from the author here. (UK ONLY)Order Shooters here.Order Chasing the Light, Julia's sequel to Shooters, here.Pre-Order Camera Shy here.Keep in touchWe love our listeners, and we want to hear from you. Please leave a review on one of our podcast platforms and chat with us on social media:Twitter: @twolitchicksInstagram: @two_lit_chicksTikTok: @two_lit_chicksEmail: hello@twolitchicks.orgThank you so much for listening.Listeners, we love you.Two Lit Chicks Podcast is recorded and produced by Your Voice HereFor a free 30-minute consultation with Jeremy about podcasting get in touch with the code TLCLOVE.Support the show

Today, Julia chats with Susie Ridell about the art of audio book narration. Susie is a performer, voice over artist and co-Artistic Director of the theatre company, Idiot Child. She trained at the Royal Welsh College of Music and Drama. Susie plays Tracy Horrobin in BBC Radio 4's The Archers and is actually taking a break today from recording to speak with us. Susie has also narrated many audiobooks, and in fact, was a finalist in the Romantic Novelist's Associations Industry Awards two years running for Narrator of the Year. Susie's Podcast: Limited Time OnlyInstagram: @limitedtimeonlypodcast TikTok: @limitedtimeonlypodcast  Support Julia by buying her booksOrder signed paperbacks of Julia's books directly from the author here. (UK ONLY)Order Shooters here.Order Chasing the Light, Julia's sequel to Shooters, here.Pre-Order Camera Shy here.Join Julia's  new Book Club on Facebook, which welcomes fans of all genres.Keep in touchWe love our listeners, and we want to hear from you. Please leave a review on one of our podcast platforms and chat with us on social media:Twitter: @twolitchicksInstagram: @two_lit_chicksTikTok: @two_lit_chicksEmail: hello@twolitchicks.orgThank you so much for listening.Listeners, we love you.Two Lit Chicks Podcast is recorded and produced by Your Voice HereFor a free 30-minute consultation with Jeremy about podcasting get in touch with the code TLCLOVE.Support the show

Today, I'm joined by Alivia Fleur, all the way from a farm in Australia. In this brilliant quiz, Alivia asks the vital questions: is it a RAKE or a RADISH? Alivia is a historical romance author who moved from writing short stories to novels when her characters kept showing up with copious amounts of emotional baggage, demanding it be explored. Her love of the Victorian era led her to create her first historical romance series, Tales from Honeysuckle Street.Instagram: @aliviafleur_writesHow did you do?If you want to share your score, join my new Book Club on Facebook, which welcomes fans of all genres.Support Julia by buying her booksOrder signed paperbacks of Julia's books directly from the author here. (UK ONLY)Order Shooters here.Order Chasing the Light, Julia's sequel to Shooters, here.Pre-Order Camera Shy here.Keep in touchWe love our listeners, and we want to hear from you. Please leave a review on one of our podcast platforms and chat with us on social media:Twitter: @twolitchicksInstagram: @two_lit_chicksTikTok: @two_lit_chicksEmail: hello@twolitchicks.orgThank you so much for listening.Listeners, we love you.Two Lit Chicks Podcast is recorded and produced by Your Voice HereFor a free 30-minute consultation with Jeremy about podcasting get in touch with the code TLCLOVE.Support the show

Carrie Elks is the author of thirty contemporary romance books (and counting). Since 2014, she has been both traditionally and self-published, and her stories have been translated into over ten different languages. She lives in Essex with her husband, two children and a pug called Plato, and when she isn't reading, writing, or loafing about, she enjoys long walks at the beach, listening to the crashing of the waves and pretending she lives in the cute small towns she writes about.Carrie's socialsWebsiteInstagramSupport Julia by buying her booksOrder signed paperbacks of Julia's books directly from the author here. (UK ONLY)Order Shooters here.Order Chasing the Light, Julia's sequel to Shooters, here.Pre-Order Camera Shy here.Join Julia's  new Book Club on Facebook, which welcomes fans of all genres.Keep in touchWe love our listeners, and we want to hear from you. Please leave a review on one of our podcast platforms and chat with us on social media:Twitter: @twolitchicksInstagram: @two_lit_chicksTikTok: @two_lit_chicksEmail: hello@twolitchicks.orgThank you so much for listening.Listeners, we love you.Two Lit Chicks Podcast is recorded and produced by Your Voice HereFor a free 30-minute consultation with Jeremy about podcasting get in touch with the code TLCLOVE.Support the show

Something wicked this way comes in this quiz with quizmaster Anne Hughes (a.k.a. Julia's mother-in-law). This is a good one and you'll be screaming the answer to number 6, too, as Julia tries desperately to remember who wrote...well, you'll have to listen to the quiz to find out. How did you do?If you want to share your score, join my new Book Club on Facebook, which welcomes fans of all genres.Support Julia by buying her booksOrder signed paperbacks of Julia's books directly from the author here. (UK ONLY) Order Shooters here.Order Chasing the Light, Julia's sequel to Shooters, here.Pre-Order Camera Shy here.Keep in touchWe love our listeners, and we want to hear from you. Please leave a review on one of our podcast platforms and chat with us on social media:Twitter: @twolitchicksInstagram: @two_lit_chicksTikTok: @two_lit_chicksEmail: hello@twolitchicks.orgThank you so much for listening.Listeners, we love you.Two Lit Chicks Podcast is recorded and produced by Your Voice HereFor a free 30-minute consultation with Jeremy about podcasting get in touch with the code TLCLOVE.Support the show

Following on from our episode about writing historical figures as characters, Katie Ginger quizzes us on Historical Figures in Fiction.You can check out Katie's website here.Follow her on Instagram here. How did you do? If you want to share your score, join my new Book Club on Facebook, which welcomes fans of all genres.Support Julia by buying her booksOrder Shooters here.Order Chasing the Light, Julia's sequel to Shooters, here.Pre-Order Camera Shy here.Keep in touchWe love our listeners, and we want to hear from you. Please leave a review on one of our podcast platforms and chat with us on social media:Twitter: @twolitchicksInstagram: @two_lit_chicksTikTok: @two_lit_chicksEmail: hello@twolitchicks.orgThank you so much for listening.Listeners, we love you.Two Lit Chicks Podcast is recorded and produced by Your Voice HereFor a free 30-minute consultation with Jeremy about podcasting get in touch with the code TLCLOVE.Support the show

Today I speak with Emma Royal aka Katie Ginger aka Annabel French about writing royalty in fiction.  She has always loved historical fiction and has a Masters degree in history. You can check out her website here. Follow her on Instagram here. Keep in touchOrder Shooters  here.Order Chasing the Light, Julia's sequel to Shooters, here.I love our listeners, and I want to hear from you. Please leave a review on one of my podcast platforms and chat with me on social media:Twitter: @twolitchicksInstagram: @two_lit_chicksTikTok: @two_lit_chicksEmail: hello@twolitchicks.orgThank you so much for listening.Two Lit Chicks Podcast is recorded and produced by Your Voice HereFor a free 30-minute consultation with Jeremy about podcasting get in touch with the code TLCLOVE.Support the show

Shoulder pads at the ready! You heard the episode about Bonkbusters, now take the quiz! Join Julia as Dr Amy Burge and Dr Jodi McAlister test her knowledge of the eponymous bonkbuster. This is a quiz you do not want to miss. Dr Amy Burge is Associate Professor of Popular Fiction at the University of Birmingham. Her work centres on popular genres, in particular romance – she has published research on Mills & Boon sheikh romances, Scottish romance, and chick lit from the Middle East. She is Managing Editor of the Journal of Popular Romance Studies, and principal investigator for an AHRC-funded Research Network on Muslim Women's Popular Fiction (2021-2023).Dr Jodi McAlister is Senior Lecturer in Writing and Literature at Deakin University. She is the author of The Consummate Virgin: Female Virginity Loss and Love in Anglophone Popular Literatures (2020) and New Adult Fiction (2021). Jodi is also a romance author and has published six novels. Her seventh, Not Here to Make Friends is coming out with Simon and Schuster in January 2024. Read more about Bonkbusters in their article in The Conversation.Keep in touchOrder Shooters  here.Order Chasing the Light, Julia's sequel to Shooters, here.I love our listeners, and I want to hear from you. Please leave a review on one of my podcast platforms and chat with me on social media:Twitter: @twolitchicksInstagram: @two_lit_chicksTikTok: @two_lit_chicksEmail: hello@twolitchicks.orgThank you so much for listening.Two Lit Chicks Podcast is recorded and produced by Your Voice HereFor a free 30-minute consultation with Jeremy about podcasting get in touch with the code TLCLOVE.Support the show

To celebrate the release of Jilly Cooper's new book, Tackle, on November 9, I'm speaking with Dr Amy Burge and Dr Jodi McAlister about their research into the BONKBUSTER. Warning: we talk graphically about THAT goldfish scene in LACE. Dr Amy Burge is Associate Professor of Popular Fiction at the University of Birmingham. Her work centres on popular genres, in particular romance – she has published research on Mills & Boon sheikh romances, Scottish romance, and chick lit from the Middle East. She is Managing Editor of the Journal of Popular Romance Studies, and principal investigator for an AHRC-funded Research Network on Muslim Women's Popular Fiction (2021-2023).Dr Jodi McAlister is Senior Lecturer in Writing and Literature at Deakin University. She is the author of The Consummate Virgin: Female Virginity Loss and Love in Anglophone Popular Literatures (2020) and New Adult Fiction (2021). Jodi is also a romance author and has published six novels. Her seventh, Not Here to Make Friends is coming out with Simon and Schuster in January 2024. Read more about Bonkbusters in their article in The Conversation. Keep in touchOrder Shooters  here. Order Chasing the Light, Julia's sequel to Shooters, here.I love our listeners, and I want to hear from you. Please leave a review on one of my podcast platforms and chat with me on social media:Twitter: @twolitchicksInstagram: @two_lit_chicksTikTok: @two_lit_chicksEmail: hello@twolitchicks.orgThank you so much for listening.Two Lit Chicks Podcast is recorded and produced by Your Voice HereFor a free 30-minute consultation with Jeremy about podcasting get in touch with the code TLCLOVE.Support the show

Today's quiz master is Vicki Childs, a British expat now living in Florida. Vicki is the author of 'Rachel's Butterflies', as well as the 'At Home in Davis Crest' Holiday romance series. The theme of her quiz is Female Friendship.  Visit Vicki's website.Vicki on InstagramVicki on FacebookIf you want to share your score, join my new Book Club on Facebook, which welcomes fans of all genres.Support Julia by buying her booksOrder Shooters here.Order Chasing the Light, Julia's sequel to Shooters, here.Pre-Order Camera Shy here.Keep in touchWe love our listeners, and we want to hear from you. Please leave a review on one of our podcast platforms and chat with us on social media:Twitter: @twolitchicksInstagram: @two_lit_chicksTikTok: @two_lit_chicksEmail: hello@twolitchicks.orgThank you so much for listening.Listeners, we love you.Two Lit Chicks Podcast is recorded and produced by Your Voice HereFor a free 30-minute consultation with Jeremy about podcasting get in touch with the code TLCLOVE.Support the show

Writing advice from best-selling writer, Victoria Hislop, author of 10 novels, including The Island about a leprosy colony in Greece. The novel became an international best-seller, translated into 40 languages and turned into a 26 part Greek TV series. Her most recent book, The Figurine, is also set in Greece and is a page-turner full of history, romance and family secrets. Join the Two Lit Chicks Book Club on FacebookSupport Julia by buying her booksOrder Shooters here.Order Chasing the Light, Julia's sequel to Shooters, here.Pre-Order Camera Shy here.Keep in touchWe love our listeners, and we want to hear from you. Please leave a review on one of our podcast platforms and chat with us on social media:Twitter: @twolitchicksInstagram: @two_lit_chicksTikTok: @two_lit_chicksEmail: hello@twolitchicks.orgThank you so much for listening.Listeners, we love you.Two Lit Chicks Podcast is recorded and produced by Your Voice HereFor a free 30-minute consultation with Jeremy about podcasting get in touch with the code TLCLOVE.Support the show

Something wicked this way comes in this week's witchy quiz, courtesy of author  Emma Jackson, author of WITCH YOU WEREN'T HERE, a romcom full of misbehaving magic, brother's best friend angst, and only one bed shenanigans, is available now, just in time for Halloween. It will not be hard to beat Julia's score this week!If you want to share your score, join my new Book Club on Facebook, which welcomes fans of all genres.Keep in touchOrder Chasing the Light, Julia's sequel to Shooters, here.I love our listeners, and I want to hear from you. Please leave a review on one of my podcast platforms and chat with me on social media:Twitter: @twolitchicksInstagram: @two_lit_chicksTikTok: @two_lit_chicksEmail: hello@twolitchicks.orgThank you so much for listening.Two Lit Chicks Podcast is recorded and produced by Your Voice HereFor a free 30-minute consultation with Jeremy about podcasting get in touch with the code TLCLOVE.Support the show

This episode is sponsored by Reedsy.Today we are discussing world building in fiction with  Emma Jackson, author of the Best Selling A MISTLETOE MIRACLE. Emma is also a host on the SFFRomCast, a podcast dedicated to celebrating fantasy and sci-fi romance. Her latest book, WITCH YOU WEREN'T HERE, a witchy romcom full of misbehaving magic, brother's best friend angst, and only one bed shenanigans, is available now, just in time for Halloween.If you want to keep the book chat going, join my new Book Club on Facebook, which welcomes fans of all genres.Empowered Author Marketing ShowCheck out the Empowered Author Book Marketing & Publicity Show, taking place online from November 3-5. You can get 10% off tickets with my affiliate link here.More about our sponsorsReedsy is a publishing eco-system for writers at any stage in their publishing journey. We provide a wealth of free educational resources, encourage writers to build a creative habit with our short story contest, and offer a high-quality marketplace to find the perfect publishing professional. We're here to support aspiring authors every step of the way as they fulfil their publishing dreams.Check out their new HOW TO WRITE A NOVEL course with author and bestselling ghostwriter, Tom Bromley. Next course starts on September 18.Instagram: @reedsy_HQTwitter: @ReedsyHQYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCpo0MkTAyEl73PmIVs8CQvQ Keep in touchOrder Chasing the Light, Julia's sequel to Shooters, here.I love our listeners, and I want to hear from you. Please leave a review on one of my podcast platforms and chat with me on social media:Twitter: @twolitchicksInstagram: @two_lit_chicksTikTok: @two_lit_chicksEmail: hello@twolitchicks.orgThank you so much for listening.Two Lit Chicks Podcast is recorded and produced by Your Voice HereFor a free 30-minute consultation with Jeremy about podcasting get in touch with the code TLCLOVE.Support the show

This episode is sponsored by Reedsy.It's Friday and we've got an extra special quiz for you about Love Stories. Our quizmaster today is Beth O'Leary, writer of five best-selling romcoms, including The Wake Up Call. Let us know how you did! The best way to do that is to join my new Book Club on Facebook, which welcomes fans of all genres.More about our sponsorsReedsy is a publishing eco-system for writers at any stage in their publishing journey. We provide a wealth of free educational resources, encourage writers to build a creative habit with our short story contest, and offer a high-quality marketplace to find the perfect publishing professional. We're here to support aspiring authors every step of the way as they fulfil their publishing dreams.Check out their new HOW TO WRITE A NOVEL course with author and bestselling ghostwriter, Tom Bromley. Instagram: @reedsy_HQTwitter: @ReedsyHQYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCpo0MkTAyEl73PmIVs8CQvQ Keep in touchOrder Chasing the Light, Julia's sequel to Shooters, here.I love our listeners, and I want to hear from you. Please leave a review on one of my podcast platforms and chat with me on social media:Twitter: @twolitchicksInstagram: @two_lit_chicksTikTok: @two_lit_chicksEmail: hello@twolitchicks.orgThank you so much for listening.Two Lit Chicks Podcast is recorded and produced by Your Voice HereFor a free 30-minute consultation with Jeremy about podcasting get in touch with the code TLCLOVE.Support the show

This episode is sponsored by Reedsy.Excellent writing advice with writer Beth O'Leary, Sunday Times Bestselling author of The Wake Up Call. If you want to keep the book chat going, join my new Book Club on Facebook, which welcomes fans of all genres.Empowered Author Marketing ShowCheck out the Empowered Author Book Marketing & Publicity Show, taking place online from November 3-5. You can get 10% off tickets with my affiliate link here.More about our sponsorsReedsy is a publishing eco-system for writers at any stage in their publishing journey. We provide a wealth of free educational resources, encourage writers to build a creative habit with our short story contest, and offer a high-quality marketplace to find the perfect publishing professional. We're here to support aspiring authors every step of the way as they fulfil their publishing dreams.Check out their new HOW TO WRITE A NOVEL course with author and bestselling ghostwriter, Tom Bromley. Next course starts on September 18.Instagram: @reedsy_HQTwitter: @ReedsyHQYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCpo0MkTAyEl73PmIVs8CQvQ Keep in touchOrder Chasing the Light, Julia's sequel to Shooters, here.I love our listeners, and I want to hear from you. Please leave a review on one of my podcast platforms and chat with me on social media:Twitter: @twolitchicksInstagram: @two_lit_chicksTikTok: @two_lit_chicksEmail: hello@twolitchicks.orgThank you so much for listening.Two Lit Chicks Podcast is recorded and produced by Your Voice HereFor a free 30-minute consultation with Jeremy about podcasting get in touch with the code TLCLOVE.Support the show

This episode is sponsored by Reedsy.In today's quiz, author and best-selling ghostwriter Tom Bromley tests our knowledge of ghostwritten books. I managed to dredge my memory for some of those answers!  A thoroughly enjoyable quiz and I got 6/10. Let us know how you did! The best way to do that is to join my new Book Club on Facebook, which welcomes fans of all genres. Tom's ContactsWebsite: https://www.tombromley.co.uk/Instagram: @tombromleyesqEmpowered Author Marketing ShowCheck out the Empowered Author Book Marketing & Publicity Show, taking place online from November 3-5. You can get 10% off tickets with my affiliate link here.More about our sponsorsReedsy is a publishing eco-system for writers at any stage in their publishing journey. We provide a wealth of free educational resources, encourage writers to build a creative habit with our short story contest, and offer a high-quality marketplace to find the perfect publishing professional. We're here to support aspiring authors every step of the way as they fulfil their publishing dreams.Check out their new HOW TO WRITE A NOVEL course with author and bestselling ghostwriter, Tom Bromley. Instagram: @reedsy_HQTwitter: @ReedsyHQYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCpo0MkTAyEl73PmIVs8CQvQ Keep in touchOrder Chasing the Light, Julia's sequel to Shooters, here.I love our listeners, and I want to hear from you. Please leave a review on one of my podcast platforms and chat with me on social media:Twitter: @twolitchicksInstagram: @two_lit_chicksTikTok: @two_lit_chicksEmail: hello@twolitchicks.orgThank you so much for listening.Two Lit Chicks Podcast is recorded and produced by Your Voice HereFor a free 30-minute consultation with Jeremy about podcasting get in touch with the code TLCLOVE.Support the show

Think you're ready to write a spy thriller? Then you'd better take this quiz by David Bickford, the ex-legal director of MI5/MI6. Can you beat Julia's final score? (Yes, probably). Keep in touchOrder Chasing the Light, Julia's sequel to Shooters, here.I love our listeners, and I want to hear from you. Please leave a review on one of my podcast platforms and chat with me on social media:Twitter: @twolitchicksInstagram: @two_lit_chicksTikTok: @two_lit_chicksEmail: hello@twolitchicks.orgThank you so much for listening.Two Lit Chicks Podcast is recorded and produced by Your Voice HereFor a free 30-minute consultation with Jeremy about podcasting get in touch with the code TLCLOVE.Support the show

This episode is sponsored by Reedsy.A follow-up chat with author David Bickford, former Under Secretary of State and Legal Director to the British Intelligence Agencies, MI5 & MI6. His spy thriller book, Katya, is available now (audio as well) and his second book, The Informer, will be out on December 1.David's social mediaInstagramEmpowered Author Marketing ShowCheck out the Empowered Author Book Marketing & Publicity Show, taking place online from November 3-5. You can get 10% off tickets with my affiliate link here.More about our sponsorsReedsy is a publishing eco-system for writers at any stage in their publishing journey. We provide a wealth of free educational resources, encourage writers to build a creative habit with our short story contest, and offer a high-quality marketplace to find the perfect publishing professional. We're here to support aspiring authors every step of the way as they fulfil their publishing dreams.Check out their new HOW TO WRITE A NOVEL course with author and bestselling ghostwriter, Tom Bromley. Next course starts on September 18.Instagram: @reedsy_HQTwitter: @ReedsyHQYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCpo0MkTAyEl73PmIVs8CQvQ Keep in touchOrder Chasing the Light, Julia's sequel to Shooters, here.I love our listeners, and I want to hear from you. Please leave a review on one of my podcast platforms and chat with me on social media:Twitter: @twolitchicksInstagram: @two_lit_chicksTikTok: @two_lit_chicksEmail: hello@twolitchicks.orgThank you so much for listening.Two Lit Chicks Podcast is recorded and produced by Your Voice HereFor a free 30-minute consultation with Jeremy about podcasting get in touch with the code TLCLOVE.Support the show

This episode is sponsored by Reedsy. Anita Chapman is a self-published author. Her first book, The Venice Secret, came out in March 2023, and in its first six months reached number one in four Amazon UK Kindle charts, including Historical Fiction, and made it into the top one hundred in the overall Amazon UK Kindle chart. It's also had 2.5 million Kindle Unlimited page reads and reached almost 2000 ratings/reviews during that time.Website and social media links:Website: https://anitachapman.com (also found at https://neetsmarketing.com).Twitter: @neetschapman Facebook Page: Anita Chapman Author Instagram: @neetschapman TikTok: @neetschapman Empowered Author Marketing ShowCheck out the Empowered Author Book Marketing & Publicity Show, taking place online from November 3-5. You can get 10% off tickets with my affiliate link here.More about our sponsorsReedsy is a publishing eco-system for writers at any stage in their publishing journey. We provide a wealth of free educational resources, encourage writers to build a creative habit with our short story contest, and offer a high-quality marketplace to find the perfect publishing professional. We're here to support aspiring authors every step of the way as they fulfil their publishing dreams.Check out their new HOW TO WRITE A NOVEL course with author and bestselling ghostwriter, Tom Bromley. Next course starts on September 18.Instagram: @reedsy_HQTwitter: @ReedsyHQYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCpo0MkTAyEl73PmIVs8CQvQ Keep in touchOrder Chasing the Light, Julia's sequel to Shooters, here.I love our listeners, and I want to hear from you. Please leave a review on one of my podcast platforms and chat with me on social media:Twitter: @twolitchicksInstagram: @two_lit_chicksTikTok: @two_lit_chicksEmail: hello@twolitchicks.orgThank you so much for listening.Two Lit Chicks Podcast is recorded and produced by Your Voice HereFor a free 30-minute consultation with Jeremy about podcasting get in touch with the code TLCLOVE.Support the show

This episode is sponsored by REEDSY.Kate Sawyer, author of The Stranding and This Family, shares her top writing advice for authors. Find Kate on Instagram: @MsKateSawyerKate Sawyer websiteMore about our sponsorsReedsy is a publishing eco-system for writers at any stage in their publishing journey. We provide a wealth of free educational resources, encourage writers to build a creative habit with our short story contest, and offer a high-quality marketplace to find the perfect publishing professional. We're here to support aspiring authors every step of the way as they fulfil their publishing dreams.Check out their new HOW TO WRITE A NOVEL course with author and bestselling ghostwriter, Tom Bromley. Next course starts on September 18.Instagram: @reedsy_HQTwitter: @ReedsyHQYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCpo0MkTAyEl73PmIVs8CQvQ Keep in touchOrder Chasing the Light, Julia's sequel to Shooters, here.I love our listeners, and I want to hear from you. Please leave a review on one of my podcast platforms and chat with me on social media:Twitter: @twolitchicksInstagram: @two_lit_chicksTikTok: @two_lit_chicksEmail: hello@twolitchicks.orgThank you so much for listening.Two Lit Chicks Podcast is recorded and produced by Your Voice HereFor a free 30-minute consultation with Jeremy about podcasting get in touch with the code TLCLOVE.Support the show

How well do you know your royalty in literature? If you're anything like Julia, not very well! But this is a fantastic quiz, written by Marguerite Kaye and Sarah Ferguson, Duchess of York. As usual, let us know what you scored on social media.Keep in touchOrder Chasing the Light, Julia's sequel to Shooters, here.I love our listeners, and I want to hear from you. Please leave a review on one of my podcast platforms and chat with me on social media:Twitter: @twolitchicksInstagram: @two_lit_chicksTikTok: @two_lit_chicksEmail: hello@twolitchicks.orgThank you so much for listening.Two Lit Chicks Podcast is recorded and produced by Your Voice HereFor a free 30-minute consultation with Jeremy about podcasting get in touch with the code TLCLOVE.Support the show

Our week of Jo Lyons is almost finished (boo), but she's here to test our knowledge of her favourite subject: RomComs! Let us know you did on socials. Find Jo Lyons on:Twitter: @J0LyonsInstagram: @hinnywhowritesAmazon: Books by this authorWebsite: www.jolyonsauthor.comKeep in touchOrder Chasing the Light, Julia's sequel to Shooters, here.I love our listeners, and I want to hear from you. Please leave a review on one of my podcast platforms and chat with me on social media:Twitter: @twolitchicksInstagram: @two_lit_chicksTikTok: @two_lit_chicksEmail: hello@twolitchicks.orgThank you so much for listening.Two Lit Chicks Podcast is recorded and produced by Your Voice HereFor a free 30-minute consultation with Jeremy about podcasting get in touch with the code TLCLOVE.Support the show

This episode is sponsored by REEDSY. We're back again with self-pub author Jo Lyons,  whose first book Benidorm, Actually  was shortlisted for the Comedy Women in Print prize in 2021. Jo gives us perhaps the most practical, actionable advice we've had so far.  Have a listen and make sure you have a pen and notebook at the ready. You can sign up to her newsletter and visit her website at www.jolyonsauthor.com for a behind the scenes look at how she cobbles together her books, get free signed copies and sneak previews of all of her upcoming novels.Find her on:Twitter: @J0LyonsInstagram: @hinnywhowritesAmazon: Books by this authorMore about our sponsorsReedsy is a publishing eco-system for writers at any stage in their publishing journey. We provide a wealth of free educational resources, encourage writers to build a creative habit with our short story contest, and offer a high-quality marketplace to find the perfect publishing professional. We're here to support aspiring authors every step of the way as they fulfil their publishing dreams.Check out their new HOW TO WRITE A NOVEL course with author and bestselling ghostwriter, Tom Bromley. Next course starts on September 18.Instagram: @reedsy_HQTwitter: @ReedsyHQYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCpo0MkTAyEl73PmIVs8CQvQ Keep in touchOrder Chasing the Light, Julia's sequel to Shooters, here.I love our listeners, and I want to hear from you. Please leave a review on one of my podcast platforms and chat with me on social media:Twitter: @twolitchicksInstagram: @two_lit_chicksTikTok: @two_lit_chicksEmail: hello@twolitchicks.orgThank you so much for listening.Two Lit Chicks Podcast is recorded and produced by Your Voice HereFor a free 30-minute consultation with Jeremy about podcasting get in touch with the code TLCLOVE.Support the show

Alex Hay is back for some writing advice! The author of one of the year's most exciting debuts - Edwardian mansion heist The Housekeepers - returns to let us know, among other things, how he researches his history; what comes first, the characters or the research; what the Curtis Brown Creative writing course he attended was like; and what it's like to be given the star debut treatment from your publisher. You can order Alex's fantabulous debut The Housekeepers here, and if you don't we'll know.Keep in touchWe love our listeners, and we want to hear from you. Please leave a review on one of our podcast platforms and chat with us on social media:Twitter: @twolitchicksInstagram: @two_lit_chicksTikTok: @two_lit_chicksEmail: hello@twolitchicks.orgIf you do one thing today, sign up to our newsletter so we can keep you updated with all our news.If you do two things, leave us a (nice!) review on Itunes.Thank you so much for listening.Listeners, we love you.Two Lit Chicks Podcast is recorded and produced by Your Voice HereSupport the show

In Book Bites + Insights episodes, we explore micro concepts from the best Self Help Books from a spiritual angle. Today, we delve into the profound concepts of John Bradshaw's transformative book, Homecoming: Reclaiming and Championing Your Inner Child. Specifically, we're engaging in self-discovery and healing shame through exploring the "Holding On" and "Letting Go" spectrum as described in chapter 5 of Homecoming. Through the lens of self-help and spirituality, we'll navigate the realms of inner child healing and discuss the powerful impact of addressing toxic shame. We'll explore how to use these concepts to facilitate profound personal transformation and liberation. Let's uncover invaluable insights from John Bradshaw's work, enabling us to heal deep-rooted wounds and foster inner peace. Whether you've read Homecoming or are curious about the profound journey it offers, this episode is for you. Don't forget to subscribe to Self Help Witch for more empowering discussions on personal growth, spirituality, and self-awareness. Subscribe so you never miss an episode, and if you really love it, leave a rating + review on your preferred platform. Let's embark on this transformative quest together! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/selfhelpwitch/message

Melissa Addey challenges the chicks with her Startling Quiz! What does that mean? Simply that the questions are based on literary things that are startling. Just go with it. It's a good quiz and there are lots of great book recommendations woven through it, too. Melissa Addey BioMelissa Addey writes historical fiction set in Ancient Rome, medieval Morocco and 18th century China. She is a fulltime self-published author and runs workshops for authors wanting to be entrepreneurial. Her books have been selected for Editor's Choice by the Historical Novel Society and won the inaugural Novel London award. She has been the Leverhulme Trust Writer in Residence at the British Library, has a PhD in Creative Writing. She lives in London with her husband and two children. If you'd like to try her writing, visit www.melissaaddey.com to pick up a free novella, The Cup. Keep in touchWe love our listeners, and we want to hear from you. Please leave a review on one of our podcast platforms and chat with us on social media:Twitter: @twolitchicksInstagram: @two_lit_chicksTikTok: @two_lit_chicksEmail: hello@twolitchicks.orgIf you do one thing today, sign up to our newsletter so we can keep you updated with all our news.If you do two things, leave us a (nice!) review on Itunes.Thank you so much for listening.Listeners, we love you.Two Lit Chicks Podcast is recorded and produced by Your Voice HereSupport the show

We're wrapping up our collection of summery Book Bites with a few lessons from Smiley Poswolsky's "Friendship in the Age of Loneliness: An Optimist's Guide to Connection." • Subscribe to our newsletter • Download our app • Join our club (code DAILY gets you 10% off) • Send us an email

Hold onto your prams, this one is a doozy! We are joined again by psychological thriller author, Katherine Faulkner, to quiz us on all things Mum Noir--a subject she knows very well. This is also a great quiz for book recommendations, so make sure to check out our blog post for the whole list. Katherine Faulkner is a novelist and journalist. After studying History at the University of Cambridge, she completed a postgraduate diploma in journalism and spent a decade working for national newspapers. She has worked as an investigative reporter and won the Cudlipp award for investigative journalism for her undercover work. She's a former head of news projects for the Sunday Times and is now a full-time freelance writer. Her debut novel Greenwich Park was selected as a Waterstones Thriller of the Month and is an international bestseller. Her new novel The Other Mothers is available now from Raven Books. Katherine lives in North London with her husband and two daughters.Order Katherine's newest thriller The Other Mothers hereOrder Katherine's previous thriller Greenwich Park hereKeep in touchWe love our listeners, and we want to hear from you. Please leave a review on one of our podcast platforms and chat with us on social media:Twitter: @twolitchicksInstagram: @two_lit_chicksTikTok: @two_lit_chicksEmail: hello@twolitchicks.orgIf you do one thing today, sign up to our newsletter so we can keep you updated with all our news.If you do two things, leave us a (nice!) review on Itunes.Thank you so much for listening.Listeners, we love you.Two Lit Chicks Podcast is recorded and produced by Your Voice HereSupport the show

Katherine Faulkner is back! After talking us through her book choices on Monday (and her thrilling journalist background), now she is ready to impart some valuable writing advice, discuss how she explores women's friendships in her books, whether the label "mum noir" really applies to her books and the power of putting location front and centre... Order Katherine's newest thriller The Other Mothers hereOrder Katherine's previous thriller Greenwich Park hereKeep in touchWe love our listeners, and we want to hear from you. Please leave a review on one of our podcast platforms and chat with us on social media:Twitter: @twolitchicksInstagram: @two_lit_chicksTikTok: @two_lit_chicksEmail: hello@twolitchicks.orgIf you do one thing today, sign up to our newsletter so we can keep you updated with all our news.If you do two things, leave us a (nice!) review on Itunes.Thank you so much for listening.Listeners, we love you.Two Lit Chicks Podcast is recorded and produced by Your Voice HereSupport the show

After our wonderful chat with Uju Asika in Wednesday's Book Bite, she is back to challenge the chicks with her Boys in Books Quiz. Let us know how you did on our socials!Uju Asika is a popular blogger, writer and speaker with a background in journalism and TV screenwriting. She is the author of Bringing Up Race: How To Raise a Kind Child in a Prejudiced World and the picture book A World for Me and You. Her new book Raising Boys Who Do Better: A Hopeful Guide for a New Generation was published by DK this month. Born in Nigeria, Uju grew up in the UK and has worked in London, New York and Lagos. She lives in north London with her husband Abiye and two teenage sons. In her spare time, Uju is a books and Netflix binger, kitchen raver, and Arsenal suffer head.Uju's BooksBringing Up RaceA World for Me and YouRaising Boys who Do BetterUju's socialsInstagramTwitterKeep in touchWe love our listeners, and we want to hear from you. Please leave a review on one of our podcast platforms and chat with us on social media:Twitter: @twolitchicksInstagram: @two_lit_chicksTikTok: @two_lit_chicksEmail: hello@twolitchicks.orgIf you do one thing today, sign up to our newsletter so we can keep you updated with all our news.If you do two things, leave us a (nice!) review on Itunes.Thank you so much for listening.Listeners, we love you.Two Lit Chicks Podcast is recorded and produced by Your Voice HereSupport the show

Uju Asika is a popular blogger, writer and speaker with a background in journalism and TV screenwriting. She is the author of Bringing Up Race: How To Raise a Kind Child in a Prejudiced World and the picture book A World for Me and You. Her new book Raising Boys Who Do Better: A Hopeful Guide for a New Generation was published by DK this month. Born in Nigeria, Uju grew up in the UK and has worked in London, New York and Lagos. She lives in north London with her husband Abiye and two teenage sons. In her spare time, Uju is a books and Netflix binger, kitchen raver, and Arsenal suffer head. Uju's BooksBringing Up RaceA World for Me and YouRaising Boys who Do BetterUju's socialsInstagramTwitterKeep in touchWe love our listeners, and we want to hear from you. Please leave a review on one of our podcast platforms and chat with us on social media:Twitter: @twolitchicksInstagram: @two_lit_chicksTikTok: @two_lit_chicksEmail: hello@twolitchicks.orgIf you do one thing today, sign up to our newsletter so we can keep you updated with all our news.If you do two things, leave us a (nice!) review on Itunes.Thank you so much for listening.Listeners, we love you.Two Lit Chicks Podcast is recorded and produced by Your Voice HereSupport the show

A quiz for all you romantic comedy lovers out there! In the final episode of our week of Kelk, Lindsey challenges the chicks with her romcom quiz. Who will win: Julia or Ed? Can you beat the high score? As ever, let us know how you did on social media. Keep  in touchWe love our listeners, and we want to hear from you. Please leave a review on one of our podcast platforms and chat with us on social media:Twitter: @twolitchicksInstagram: @two_lit_chicksTikTok: @two_lit_chicksEmail: hello@twolitchicks.orgIf you do one thing today, sign up to our newsletter so we can keep you updated with all our news. Thank you so much for listening.   Listeners, we love you. Two Lit Chicks Podcast is recorded and produced by Your Voice HereSupport the show

More Kelk than you can shake a stick at!She's back, and she's got writing advice for everyone, including her thoughts on sex scenes,  spice scales, and minotaur milking. And we discuss the important question: is rimming noisy? Pre-order Lindsey's new Book Love Me Do hereListen to the wrestling podcast Lindsey co-hosts Tights and Fights hereKeep in touchWe love our listeners, and we want to hear from you. Please leave a review on one of our podcast platforms and chat with us on social media:Twitter: @twolitchicksInstagram: @two_lit_chicksTikTok: @two_lit_chicksEmail: hello@twolitchicks.orgIf you do one thing today, sign up to our newsletter so we can keep you updated with all our news.If you do two things, leave us a (nice!) review on Itunes.Thank you so much for listening.Listeners, we love you.Two Lit Chicks Podcast is recorded and produced by Your Voice HereSupport the show

For this week's quiz, we are joined again by Lucy Hooft. If you haven't listened to our Book Bite interview with her about how she turned her extensive and exotic travels into a fictional spy series, then do so now...Okay, done? Now Lucy is testing us on our knowledge of places in fiction. Can you name the place, title and author based on an  excerpt from the book? About Lucy HooftLucy is the author of the Sarah Black spy series. Originally from the UK, she has spent most of the last 20 years living and working around the world in different locations that have served as inspiration for the books. She now lives with her family in Luderitz, Namibia, growing giant kelp, setting up a school and trying to find time in between to crack on with the next book.Lucy's BooksThe Kings PawnThe Head of the SnakeLucy on TwitterLucy on InstagramKeep  in touchWe love our listeners, and we want to hear from you. Please leave a review on one of our podcast platforms and chat with us on social media:Twitter: @twolitchicksInstagram: @two_lit_chicksTikTok: @two_lit_chicksEmail: hello@twolitchicks.orgIf you do one thing today, sign up to our newsletter so we can keep you updated with all our news. Thank you so much for listening.   Listeners, we love you. Two Lit Chicks Podcast is recorded and produced by Your Voice HereSupport the show

The Trilogy of Swan pods concludes with a Richard Swan sci-fi quiz.You've heard the bestselling fantasy and sci-fi author talk about the books that changed him; you've heard him give his writing advice and dish his publishing secrets.Now take on the test of a lifetime, or at least of your Friday, and see if you can answer the mercurial nerd's most testing of speculative questions.Remember: there's no money at stake. Just a lifetime's worth of delicious pride.Hmmm, pride.Keep  in touchWe love our listeners, and we want to hear from you. Please leave a review on one of our podcast platforms and chat with us on social media:Twitter: @twolitchicksInstagram: @two_lit_chicksTikTok: @two_lit_chicksEmail: hello@twolitchicks.orgIf you do one thing today, sign up to our newsletter so we can keep you updated with all our news. Thank you so much for listening.  Listeners, we love you. Two Lit Chicks Podcast is recorded and produced by Your Voice HereSupport the show

All week long on The Next Big Idea Daily, Michael will be chatting with social psychologist David Myers about the wonder of human thought and action, and how you can use insights from the latest research in David's field to boost your mood, improve your decision-making, and more. Today, David shares his first big idea, and it's a counterintuitive one. It turns out that “much as when we observe others and infer their sentiments, so hearing ourselves talk clues us in to our own attitudes.” Our newsletter comes out every Friday. It features commentary from Michael, links to relevant Book Bites, previews of upcoming seasons, and ways to engage with the show. Sign up now!

Today: Why mastery requires idiosyncrasy. Our newsletter comes out every Friday. It features commentary from Michael, links to relevant Book Bites, previews of upcoming seasons, and ways to engage with us. Sign up now!

It's the second day of our week-long master class with Adam Gopnik, New Yorker staff writer and author of "The Real Work: On the Mystery of Mastery." Today, he explains how learning to drive at the tender age of 55 brought him closer to his father. Have you subscribed to our newsletter yet? It comes out every Friday and features commentary from Michael, links to relevant Book Bites, previews of upcoming seasons, and ways to engage with us. Sign up now!

A few years ago, Adam Gopnik, a longtime writer for The New Yorker and three-time winner of the National Magazine Award, started thinking about all the things he wasn't good at. He couldn't dance the foxtrot or bake a brioche. Well into his 50s, he still had no idea how to drive a car. To make matters worse, when he looked around, he saw people who could do these things — often with great skill. How, he wondered, did they do it? How do any of us get good at the things we're good at? And how do some of us become next-level masters? To answer those questions, Adam set out to master the skills he lacked, and he has written up the results in a profound little book called "The Real Work: On the Mystery of Mastery." All this week, he'll be sitting down with Michael to talk about how he did it and what he learned. First up: drawing. Our newsletter comes out every Friday. It features commentary from Michael, links to relevant Book Bites, previews of upcoming seasons, and ways to engage with us. Sign up now!

In the final installment of his mini master class, Jonah shares his formula for telling great stories. The latest edition of our weekly newsletter comes out today. It features commentary from Michael, links to relevant Book Bites, details on our next guest, and ways to engage with us. Sign up now!

Does asking questions make you look smart? (Yes!) Our newsletter comes out every Friday. It features commentary from Michael, links to relevant Book Bites, previews of upcoming seasons, and ways to engage with us. Sign up now!

It's what cult leaders, charlatans, and at least one former president have in common. Our newsletter comes out every Friday. It features commentary from Michael, links to relevant Book Bites, previews of upcoming seasons, and ways to engage with us. Sign up now!

On this week's episode, I am joined by a lovely new guest. They're a public librarian, a lesbian, Jewish, a Gemini, and they're happy to be here. Welcome to the show, Tori! Tori shares their journey into librarianship, what working in a public library with teens is like, and more! We talk about queer YA books, queer representation in books (then vs. now), our favorite books, and more. Tune in! Find Tori on Instagram: @torithelibrarian

Alexandra Horowitz takes us inside the mind of a puppy. James Bridle introduces us to slime mold that can outwit the best human engineers. Justin Gregg makes the case that thinking like an animal is the key to living a good life. And Tom Mustill explains how a near-death encounter with a 30-ton whale led him to the scientists who are building Google Translate for animal languages. --- Download the Next Big Idea app to hear the Book Bites sampled in this episode: nextbigideaclub.com/app

Episode #119 5 Steps to Overcome Your Fears and Become Your Best Self Who doesn't want to become their best self? Yes, it is one of those titles and the article is a little bit business coachingy, but there are some useful nuggets to take away. Find out what grabbed Daisy's attention from the Book Bites article from the Next Big Idea Club.  The Courage Playbook by Gus Lee. https://nextbigideaclub.com/magazine/courage-playbook-five-steps-overcome-fears-become-best-self-bookbite/34406/ Please consider helping us make more episodes by supporting Daisy on Patreon. https://bit.ly/MondayMindsetPatreon If you have enjoyed listening to this episode, please leave us a review on iTunes or whichever platform you listen on. It really helps new people hear about the podcast. Connect with and follow us on Facebook, Instagram and YouTube: https://bit.ly/MondayMindsetFB https://bit.ly/MondayMindsetIG https://bit.ly/MondayMindsetYT