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Have you ever felt called to share your story but found yourself held back by self-doubt, fear, or the belief that nobody would care?In this episode of Conversations with Rich Bennett, Rich sits down with author, publisher, and storytelling mentor Nicolette Halladay, founder of Inspired Hearts Publishing and author of The Golden Thread and the Lineage of the Light. Together, they explore how writing a book can become much more than a publishing project. It can be a journey of self-discovery, healing, confidence, and personal transformation.Nicolette shares her own entrepreneurial journey, how she built Inspired Hearts Publishing, and why so many aspiring authors struggle with visibility, imposter syndrome, and trusting their own voice. She also explains her unique process for helping authors move from idea to published book while creating a lasting impact.In this episode, you'll learn:• Why your unique story matters more than you think • How writing a book builds confidence and clarity • The biggest fears aspiring authors face and how to overcome them • Why books can create opportunities beyond book sales • How community and accountability help authors succeedLearn more about Nicolette and Inspired Hearts Publishing: https://inspiredheartspublishing.comIf you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe, leave a review, and share it with someone who has a story waiting to be told.Your story matters. The world may be waiting to hear it.Send us Fan MailCelebrate the Magic of Words in Bel Air, Maryland!https://bookfairatbelair.org/Book Fair at Bel AirCelebrate the Magic of Words in Bel Air, Maryland!Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the showRate & Review on Apple Podcasts Follow the Conversations with Rich Bennett podcast on Social Media:Facebook – Conversations with Rich Bennett Facebook Group (Join the conversation) – Conversations with Rich Bennett podcast group | FacebookTwitter – Conversations with Rich Bennett Instagram – @conversationswithrichbennettTikTok – CWRB (@conversationsrichbennett) | TikTokSponsors, Affiliates, and ways we pay the bills:Hosted on BuzzsproutSquadCastSubscribe by Email

Season 6, Episode 753: Video version of Breaking Taboos, Embracing Kink, and Pleasure with Dr. Nazanin Moali, aka Dr. Naz of the Sexology Podcast. Plus clips from other podcast episodes. Be sure to visit the Inbound Brewery's BookFair for Grownups on July 11, 2026 at the State Fair Grandstand. Ruan will be there signing and selling her books! Navigating Intimacy and Embracing Desire with Dr. Nazanin Moali. Join Ruan Willow as she engages in a captivating discussion with Dr. Naz, a clinical psychologist and certified sex therapist, who is dedicated to helping individuals and couples achieve fulfilling sex lives. Dr. Naz shares her unique journey from post-revolution Iran to becoming a trusted expert in intimacy and relationships in Los Angeles. In this episode, they explore the complexities of kinks and fantasies, the challenges of sexless marriages, and the importance of communication in relationships. Dr. Naz emphasizes the significance of breaking down societal taboos surrounding sexuality, and how understanding our own desires can lead to deeper connections. Tune in for insights on fostering a more authentic love life and the transformative power of sexual self-discovery. Quotes from Dr. Naz "There's nothing wrong with that. But you definitely need to cherish your desires." "Whatever you like, you're not defective. There's a galaxy of people out there that are interested in that." Find out more: Nazanin Moali, Ph.D., CST (she/her/hers) Psychologist, AASECT Certified Sex Therapist www.oasis2care.com Creator and Host of Sexology Podcast http://www.sexologypodcast.com/ Facebook @oasis2carke IG @sexologypodcast Podcast host Ruan Willow's book Neighborhood Sex Secrets: https://books.ruanwillowauthor.com/neighborhoodsexsecrets Ruan's audiobook: Never Say, Never Swing, Friends to Lovers https://books.ruanwillowauthor.com/neversayneverswingaudiobook Protectors: A Warrior's Requiem, Chronicles of Protectors, Superheroes, music themes, time travel, sexy intimate relations https://books.ruanwillowauthor.com/protectorsaudiobook Support the show Newsletters https://subscribepage.io/ruanwillow https://linktr.ee/RuanWillow Affiliate Firm Tech 15% OFF with code ruan15 https://myfirmtech.com/ruanwillow

Pagecast recorded live at the Kingsmead Book Fair, where Mandy Weiner sat down with Shakti Pillay from Jonathan Ball Publishers to talk about her latest book, The Deal. In this episode, Mandy pulls back the curtain on the story behind the book -- the kind of deep, forensic storytelling that has made her one of the most trusted voices in South African media. Mandy Weiner is the host of The Midday Report on 702 and Cape Talk, a weekly columnist for EWN, and an award-winning author. Known for her rigorous investigative journalism and her ability to make complex stories accessible, Mandy has built a reputation as a fearless chronicler of South African public life. The Deal is out now and available at all good bookstores.

Pagecast recorded live at the Kingsmead Book Fair, where Nozipho Tshabalala sat down with Mpumi Mgidlana from Jonathan Ball Publishers to talk about her memoir, After the Fires: Unlocking the Power of Letting Go. In this episode, Nozipho reflects on the question at the heart of her book: when the flames of life's challenges have swept through you, who do you become from the ashes? It is a conversation about grief, surrender, and the unexpected freedom that comes from letting go. Nozipho Tshabalala is a globally sought-after conversation strategist who has facilitated presidential and executive conversations for the World Bank, UN agencies, and governments around the world. In After the Fires, she turns that same lens on her own life -- tracing her journey from the loss of her mother at the height of her career, to a profound reckoning with control, identity, and what it truly means to thrive. After the Fires: Unlocking the Power of Letting Go is published by Jonathan Ball Publishers, which is celebrating 50 years in South African publishing this year. The book is out now and available at all good bookstores.

The following article of the Trade & Investment industry is: 'Hybrid Institutions: Mexico's New Engine for Economic Growth' by Benjamin Curley Gutiérrez, Founder, Business Book Fair. 

Pagecast recorded live at the Kingsmead Book Fair, where Sally Andrew sat down with Faye Knight from Jonathan Ball Publishers to talk about the latest instalment in her beloved Tannie Maria mystery series, Wild Things Never Die. In this episode, Sally shares what keeps drawing her back to Tannie Maria -- and what readers can expect from the fifth book in the series. Sally Andrew is the best-selling author of the award-winning Tannie Maria mystery novels, which have been translated into fifteen languages and adapted into an international television series. She lives with her artist partner in a mud-brick house on a nature reserve in the Klein Karoo, and holds a master's in Adult Education from the University of Cape Town. A former social and environmental activist, she now writes, cooks, does Biofield Tuning, and is training to be a doowop girl. The Tannie Maria series includes Recipes for Love and Murder, The Satanic Mechanic, Death on the Limpopo, and The Milk Tart Murders. Sally has also published a cookbook, Recipes to Live For. Wild Things Never Die is the fifth instalment in the series and is out now at all good bookstores.

Pagecast recorded live at the Kingsmead Book Fair, where Caitlin Venniker sat down with Kelly Mawa from Jonathan Ball Publishers to talk about her debut book, Unleashed. In this episode, Caitlin shares the stories and experiences behind the book -- a candid look at life as a South African vet navigating two worlds, and the rescue animals who have found their way into her heart along the way. Caitlin Venniker is a South African vet and award-winning writer who divides her time between South Africa and the Middle East. She shares her life with a collection of rescue animals, including a scruffy desert dog and a one-eared cat. Unleashed is her debut book. Unleashed is out now and available at all good bookstores.

The following article of the Policy & Economy industry is: “Why Reading Matters for Mexico's Economic Future” by Benjamin Curley Gutiérrez, Founder, Business Book Fair.

Pagecast recorded live at the Kingsmead Book Fair, where Karabo Poppy sat down with Gontse Mosiane from Jonathan Ball Publishers to talk about her latest book, Hugged by The Night. In this episode, Karabo shares the vision and inspiration behind the work -- a celebration of the African aesthetic told through bold, contemporary illustration. Karabo Poppy Moletsane was born in 1992 in Vereeniging, South Africa. She is an illustrator, graphic designer, and road artist based in Johannesburg, and is passionate about the preservation of the African aesthetic. Her work explores rich narratives with a contemporary and bold visual language that has earned her recognition both locally and internationally. Hugged by The Night is available now at all good bookstores.

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Pagecast recorded live at the Kingsmead Book Fair, where David Mann sat down with Maryam Adams from Jonathan Ball Publishers to discuss his debut short fiction collection, Once Removed. In this episode, David reflects on the stories behind the collection -- a sharply observed body of work that has already made its mark on the South African literary landscape. David Mann is an award-winning writer, editor, and art critic who has written and edited for numerous art publications. He currently works as writer for the arts incubator The Centre for the Less Good Idea, and is a co-founder of Writers' Block, a Johannesburg-based arts writing collective. His short stories have appeared in local and international journals including Strange Matters (USA), Portside Review (AU), and Imbiza Journal (SA), among others. Once Removed was published in 2024 by Botsotso. It won the Thomas Pringle Short Story Prize and was shortlisted for both the NHISS Award and the Nadine Gordimer Award for best short story collection. Once Removed is available now at all good bookstores.

Pagecast recorded live at the Kingsmead Book Fair, where Lebo Mazibuko sat down with Zwanga Nemanshi from Jonathan Ball Publishers for a candid conversation about her latest novel, Fabrics of Love. In this episode, Lebo reflects on the stories and inspirations behind the book - a moving exploration of love, identity, and the threads that connect us. Lebo Mazibuko was born in Johannesburg and is currently based in Cape Town. She began her career in theatre before turning her focus to writing, and holds an MA in Creative Writing from the University of Cape Town. Her debut novel, Bantu Knots, was shortlisted for the K. Sello Duiker Memorial Award at the South African Literary Awards in 2022. Fabrics of Love is her most recent work. Fabrics of Love is out now and available at all good bookstores.

In this episode, host Carrie Bresnehen, district library specialist with Austin ISD, is joined by Katie Adams, Heather Stephens, and Sarah Ruttan for a conversation inspired by their TLA session, “Beyond the Book Fair: Strategies to Stretch Your Library Budget.” Together, they share creative and practical approaches for making limited library funds go further across a variety of campus settings. The discussion explores fundraising ideas tied to campus culture, including T-shirts, coffee sales, and social media campaigns to encourage donations, as well as partnership opportunities like sister library collaborations and local bookstore fairs. The guests also highlight ways to expand programming with little to no cost by repurposing existing materials, securing donated furniture through organizations like Green Standards, and taking advantage of free TEKS-aligned educational resources from the Texas Wildlife Association. Throughout the episode, they emphasize collaboration, creativity, and community support as key tools for sustaining vibrant school library programs.

La Bologna Children's Book Fair, che si è tenuta in questa primavera, giungendo alla sua 63ma edizione e confermandosi come l'evento internazionale più importante nel settore, ha mostrato un'attenzione particolare alla saggistica rivolta alle giovani lettrici e ai giovani lettori, focalizzata in particolare su temi alti, di carattere etico, politico, sociale, psicologico.Come afferma Gianrico Carofiglio, ospite di questa puntata, è importante i giovani vengano incoraggiati ad esercitare il pensiero critico, «la forma più profonda di resistenza che abbiamo a disposizione», e a farsi energia di cambiamento verso un mondo più giusto. Proprio di questo tratta il suo saggio più recente, Accendere i fuochi. Manuale di lotta e gentilezza (Mondadori).L'esercizio del pensiero è anche ciò che ci preserva dal cortocircuito tra emozione e azione violenta, e “sentire pensare agire” è infatti il sottotitolo di Dentro l'uragano (Il Castoro), in cui Anna Ballerini, psicologa e psicoterapeuta specializzata in età evolutiva, e Luigi Ballerini, medico psicoterapeuta nonché scrittore per ragazzi tra i più letti e apprezzati, si rivolgono direttamente agli adolescenti con grande sensibilità e competenza.Anche loro saranno ospiti di questa puntata, insieme a Victor Dias De Oliveira Santos, scrittore e linguista brasiliano residente negli Stati Uniti, che ha scritto un libro per i più piccoli: Le persone sono strane (Terre di Mezzo), il cui tema è il valore della diversità, della tolleranza, del rispetto di ogni individuo.

Gugs Mhlungu chats with Eddie Masibi, Head of Client Coverage at Standard Bank Wealth and Investment, about the Kingsmead Book Fair, exploring its diverse programme designed to cater to young readers, teens, and adults. They discuss how the fair aims to promote a strong reading culture, highlight the importance of books and storytelling, and what attendees can look forward to at this year’s event. Gugs Mhlungu gets you ready for the weekend each Saturday and Sunday morning on 702. She is your weekend wake-up companion, with all you need to know for your weekend. The topics Gugs covers range from lifestyle, family, health, and fitness to books, motoring, cooking, culture, and what is happening on the weekend in 702land. Thank you for listening to a podcast from 702 Weekend Breakfast with Gugs Mhlungu. Listen live on Primedia+ on Saturdays and Sundays from 06:00 and 10:00 (SA Time) to Weekend Breakfast with Gugs Mhlungu broadcast on 702 https://buff.ly/gk3y0Kj For more from the show go to https://buff.ly/u3Sf7Zy or find all the catch-up podcasts here https://buff.ly/BIXS7AL Subscribe to the 702 daily and weekly newsletters https://buff.ly/v5mfetc Follow us on social media: 702 on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TalkRadio702 702 on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@talkradio702 702 on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkradio702/ 702 on X: https://x.com/Radio702 702 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@radio702See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Bongani Bingwa speaks to Jacques Els about the return of the 14th annual Kingsmead Book Fair, as the Kingsmead College campus transforms into a vibrant space for readers, writers, and storytellers. With more than 80 sessions across adult, young adult, and children’s programmes, the fair continues to celebrate literature, conversation, and the power of reading to inspire curiosity, creativity, and critical thinking. 702 Breakfast with Bongani Bingwa is broadcast on 702, a Johannesburg based talk radio station. Bongani makes sense of the news, interviews the key newsmakers of the day, and holds those in power to account on your behalf. The team bring you all you need to know to start your day Thank you for listening to a podcast from 702 Breakfast with Bongani Bingwa Listen live on Primedia+ weekdays from 06:00 and 09:00 (SA Time) to Breakfast with Bongani Bingwa broadcast on 702: https://buff.ly/gk3y0Kj For more from the show go to https://buff.ly/36edSLV or find all the catch-up podcasts here https://buff.ly/zEcM35T Subscribe to the 702 Daily and Weekly Newsletters https://buff.ly/v5mfetc Follow us on social media: 702 on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TalkRadio702 702 on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@talkradio702 702 on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkradio702/ 702 on X: https://x.com/Radio702 702 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@radio7See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Relebogile Mabotja speaks to Alex Bouch about the upcoming 14th annual Kingsmead Book Fair will take place on Saturday, 23 May 2026, from 08h30 to 18h00 at the Kingsmead College Campus in Rosebank, Johannesburg. 702 Afternoons with Relebogile Mabotja is broadcast live on Johannesburg based talk radio station 702 every weekday afternoon. Relebogile brings a lighter touch to some of the issues of the day as well as a mix of lifestyle topics and a peak into the worlds of entertainment and leisure. Thank you for listening to a 702 Afternoons with Relebogile Mabotja podcast. Listen live on Primedia+ weekdays from 13:00 to 15:00 (SA Time) to Afternoons with Relebogile Mabotja broadcast on 702 https://buff.ly/gk3y0Kj For more from the show go to https://buff.ly/2qKsEfu or find all the catch-up podcasts here https://buff.ly/DTykncj Subscribe to the 702 Daily and Weekly Newsletters https://buff.ly/v5mfetc Follow us on social media: 702 on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/TalkRadio702 702 on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@talkradio702 702 on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkradio702/ 702 on X: https://x.com/Radio702 702 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@radio702 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Un viaggio a ritroso tra i volumi che hanno segnato la formazione di Alessandro Barbero. In conversazione con Giacomo Benelli e Ivan Canu, il professor Barbero intreccerà le sue memorie personali e le radici letterarie alle popolari pagine di Pinocchio, Cuore, i romanzi di Salgari e altri classici dell'infanzia e non. Crediti: Bologna Children's Book Fair: ⁠https://www.bolognachildrensbookfair.com/⁠ Ivan Canu: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/ivancanuillustrator/⁠ Si ringrazia l'organizzazione di Bologna Fiere per il video: https://bolognafiere.it/ -- // Disclaimer // Tutti gli audio disponibili sono utilizzati negli episodi dopo previo consenso e accordo con i distributori originali di altre piattaforme e/o comunque distribuiti liberamente e originariamente con licenze CC BY 4.0 e affini - o registrati in loco, viene sempre riportata la fonte. I titoli potrebbero differire in caso di titoli originali troppo lunghi. Per qualsiasi dubbio o problema contattateci PER FAVORE prima alla nostra mail: vassallidibarbero[@]gmail[dot]com - Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

"Black leather jacket."   Chatter rolls with Claude, David, Torie, and icon James Grady. David did indeed cry at his son's graduation, and Torie lived Book Fair-palooza in Gaithersburg and Oyster Bay.  Miami literary legend Mitchell Kaplan of Books & Books joined in to nominate Chantel Acevedo for "The Pitch."   Her new book "Cages" is out in June.  Crossing Cuba, London, and Miami, it reveals themes of love, exile, and identity.  Jim shares back stories about Robert Redford and the incentive to write his latest, "Shadows on Sidewalks."  As Bob Dylan said, " sex and politics and murder is the way to go if you want to get people's attention."  Grady will get lots of attention with "Shadows," yet another reason The Washington Post compared his writing to George Orwell and Bob Dylan.

In this episode, "Robots, Werewolves, and Wonder: Picture Books that Celebrate Imagination and Culture," Jed welcomes two sets of brilliant guests who show just how magical—and meaningful—picture books can be. First, author Jose Lourenco and illustrator James Braithwaite join us from Toronto to celebrate their best-selling debut picture book, Billie Builds a Robocorn. Jose explains that Billie, a kid navigating a move and new school, builds a homemade robotic unicorn—"Robocorn"—to ease her loneliness. James shares how their early idea started as a bedtime book and evolved into a richer introduction to Billie's world, shaped by a larger creative team. They talk about designing a robot that kids could actually build from household items, their unusual author–illustrator partnership, and the long collaborative journey from shared studio space and BLT-fueled brainstorming sessions all the way to the Bologna Children's Book Fair. Then we travel to the Louisiana bayou with Johnette Downing, musician, storyteller, and author of My Parrain is the Loup Garou. Johnette reimagines the traditionally scary Cajun werewolf (the loup garou) as part of a loving, adventurous bond between a boy and his godfather. She talks about turning fear into fun, preserving Cajun folklore, and blending music and story—many of her books are singable, and this one even has its own song on her new Zydeco album. Johnette also shares stories from performing for children on five continents and why seeing the world through a child's eyes keeps the magic alive.

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Interviews from this past weekend's Upstate Anarchist Bookfair with Riot Act Books, Solarpunk writer Phoebe Wagner, Flock Off Ithaca, Bolshevik Tendency, and Warzone DistroFor an extended version of this episode, sign up for FREE at http://patreon.com/thiswreckageAt the end I include a snippet of our Armed Love interview with Ben Morea, who passed away this weekend. Check out the full interview here: Part 1: https://www.patreon.com/posts/65595770?collection=87680 Part 2: https://www.patreon.com/posts/65563424?collection=87680Critique of "win" narrative in Minneapolis: https://illwill.com/proto-politics-in-purgatorySong: Another Dimension - Twilight Zone (Remix)

Fluent Fiction - Spanish: Destiny at the Madrid Book Fair: Love Among Pages Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/es/episode/2026-05-07-22-34-02-es Story Transcript:Es: Sofía caminaba por el Parque del Retiro en Madrid.En: Sofía was walking through el Parque del Retiro in Madrid.Es: El sol brillaba, y el aire estaba lleno de risas y olores a libros nuevos.En: The sun was shining, and the air was filled with laughter and the smell of new books.Es: Era casi mediodía en la feria del libro, un evento anual esperado por muchos.En: It was almost noon at the book fair, an annual event eagerly awaited by many.Es: Sofía, aunque algo perdida, buscaba un libro raro que deseaba desde hacía tiempo.En: Sofía, though somewhat lost, was searching for a rare book she had wanted for a long time.Es: Entre la multitud, se sentía pequeña pero emocionada.En: Among the crowd, she felt small but excited.Es: No muy lejos, Carlos estaba en su pequeño puesto, rodeado de pilas de sus novelas.En: Not far away, Carlos was at his small booth, surrounded by stacks of his novels.Es: Era escritor y soñaba con compartir sus historias con el mundo.En: He was a writer dreaming of sharing his stories with the world.Es: Pero el bullicio de la feria era abrumador, y por momentos, su voz se apagaba entre tantas otras.En: But the hustle and bustle of the fair was overwhelming, and at times, his voice was lost among so many others.Es: Sofía paseaba entre los puestos, observando las coloridas portadas.En: Sofía wandered through the booths, observing the colorful covers.Es: En un momento, decidió caminar hasta una esquina que le pareció distinta, más tranquila.En: At one point, she decided to walk to a corner that seemed different, quieter.Es: Ahí estaba Carlos, con su puesto de madera sencillo pero lleno de pasión.En: There was Carlos, with his simple wooden stand but full of passion.Es: —Hola —dijo Carlos, tratando de sonar seguro—.En: "Hello," said Carlos, trying to sound confident.Es: ¿Te interesa un libro único?En: "Are you interested in a unique book?"Es: Sofía sonrió.En: Sofía smiled.Es: Había algo especial en la forma en que Carlos se dirigía a ella.En: There was something special in the way Carlos addressed her.Es: Miró las portadas y una en particular llamó su atención.En: She looked at the covers, and one in particular caught her attention.Es: Tenía un diseño que parecía contar una historia propia.En: It had a design that seemed to tell its own story.Es: —Este parece diferente —comentó Sofía mientras lo tomaba—.En: "This one seems different," Sofía commented as she picked it up.Es: ¿De qué trata?En: "What is it about?"Es: Carlos le explicó que era una colección de cuentos inspirados en los rincones secretos de Madrid.En: Carlos explained that it was a collection of tales inspired by the secret corners of Madrid.Es: A Sofía le sorprendió encontrar en sus palabras un eco de sus propios pensamientos.En: Sofía was surprised to find in his words an echo of her own thoughts.Es: Se fascinaron mutuamente al hablar de autores que ambos amaban e historias que anhelaban leer.En: They fascinated each other as they talked about authors they both loved and stories they longed to read.Es: Entonces, Sofía mencionó el libro raro que buscaba.En: Then, Sofía mentioned the rare book she was searching for.Es: Carlos, sonriendo, reveló que tenía una copia bajo su mostrador para un cliente especial que nunca apareció.En: Carlos, smiling, revealed that he had a copy under his counter for a special customer who never showed up.Es: Era como si el destino hubiera juntado sus caminos.En: It was as if fate had brought their paths together.Es: —¡Aquí está!En: "Here it is!"Es: —exclamó Carlos.En: exclaimed Carlos.Es: Sofía no podía creer su suerte.En: Sofía couldn't believe her luck.Es: Había encontrado no solo el libro que buscaba, sino también al interlocutor perfecto con quien compartir su pasión por la literatura.En: She had found not only the book she was looking for but also the perfect conversational partner with whom to share her passion for literature.Es: Con el sol bajando, Carlos y Sofía pasearon por el parque.En: With the sun setting, Carlos and Sofía strolled through the park.Es: Hablaron de sus sueños y lo lejos que sus deseos por las palabras los habían llevado.En: They talked about their dreams and how far their love for words had taken them.Es: Sofía descubrió la alegría de dejarse llevar por las aventuras inesperadas.En: Sofía discovered the joy of letting herself be carried away by unexpected adventures.Es: Carlos, por su parte, se sintió más seguro de su trabajo, viendo en Sofía a una primera gran lectora que apreciaba su arte.En: Carlos, for his part, felt more confident in his work, seeing in Sofía a first great reader who appreciated his art.Es: El Parque del Retiro quedaba tras ellos cuando se despidieron con la promesa de nuevos encuentros.En: el Parque del Retiro lay behind them as they parted with the promise of future meetings.Es: Ahora, entre las sombras alargadas de los árboles, comenzaba una amistad que, como los mejores libros, prometía capítulos inolvidables.En: Now, among the lengthening shadows of the trees, a friendship was beginning that, like the best books, promised unforgettable chapters. Vocabulary Words:the laughter: las risasthe smell: los oloresrare: rarosomewhat: algothe crowd: la multitudexcited: emocionadathe booth: el puestothe stacks: las pilasthe hustle and bustle: el bulliciooverwhelming: abrumadorthe covers: las portadasto wander: pasearthe corner: la esquinathe stand: el puestoconfident: seguroto address: dirigirthe echo: el ecoto fascinate: fascinarthe tales: los cuentosthe secret corners: los rincones secretosthe destiny: el destinothe luck: la suerteto stroll: pasearthe interlocutor: el interlocutorthe passion: la pasiónthe sunset: la puesta de solthe shadows: las sombrasto reveal: revelarto appreciate: apreciarthe friendship: la amistad

Fluent Fiction - Spanish: From Dreams to Pages: Mateo's Book Fair Breakthrough Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/es/episode/2026-05-04-22-34-01-es Story Transcript:Es: Mateo caminaba por la Feria Internacional del Libro en Buenos Aires, envuelto en el bullicio y la emoción del evento.En: Mateo walked through the Feria Internacional del Libro in Buenos Aires, enveloped in the bustle and excitement of the event.Es: Las hojas de los árboles caían lentamente, pintando el suelo con tonos dorados y marrones, mientras un suave viento otoñal acariciaba el aire.En: The leaves of the trees fell slowly, painting the ground with golden and brown hues, while a gentle autumn breeze caressed the air.Es: Los estantes estaban llenos de libros brillantes, cada portada una puerta a otro mundo.En: The shelves were full of shiny books, each cover a door to another world.Es: Mateo era un joven escritor con un sueño: publicar su novela inspirada en la rica literatura argentina.En: Mateo was a young writer with a dream: to publish his novel inspired by the rich Argentine literature.Es: Sin embargo, la duda nublaba su mente.En: However, doubt clouded his mind.Es: Dudaba de que alguien quisiera leer sus palabras.En: He doubted that anyone would want to read his words.Es: Pero hoy estaba decidido a cambiar eso.En: But today he was determined to change that.Es: Se dirigió hacia el panel de discusión donde hablaba Isabela, una editora famosa, conocida por descubrir talentos.En: He headed towards the discussion panel where Isabela, a famous editor known for discovering talents, was speaking.Es: Isabela, aunque atrapada en una agenda apretada, todavía encontraba tiempo para descubrir nuevas voces.En: Isabela, though caught in a tight schedule, still found time to discover new voices.Es: Le gustaba escuchar las pasiones de los escritores jóvenes.En: She liked to listen to the passions of young writers.Es: Estaba emocionada por el entusiasmo del público del panel, una energía que siempre le recordaba por qué amaba su trabajo.En: She was excited by the enthusiasm of the panel's audience, an energy that always reminded her why she loved her job.Es: Después de que el panel terminara, Isabela comenzó a despedirse, sintiendo el peso de su lista de tareas aumentar.En: After the panel ended, Isabela began to say goodbye, feeling the weight of her task list increasing.Es: Pero Mateo, viendo que su tiempo se agotaba, decidió actuar.En: But Mateo, seeing that his time was running out, decided to act.Es: Se acercó con nerviosismo, apretando un resumen de una página de su novela en su mano sudorosa.En: He approached nervously, clutching a one-page summary of his novel in his sweaty hand.Es: —Disculpe, señorita Isabela —dijo Mateo, con voz temblorosa—.En: "Excuse me, Señorita Isabela," said Mateo, with a trembling voice.Es: Me llamo Mateo.En: "My name is Mateo.Es: Soy escritor, y me encantaría que le echara un vistazo a mi trabajo.En: I am a writer, and I would love for you to take a look at my work."Es: Isabela, a punto de marcharse, se detuvo.En: Isabela, about to leave, stopped.Es: Miró el papel que Mateo le tendía.En: She looked at the paper that Mateo held out.Es: Su interés se encendió al leer las primeras líneas.En: Her interest was piqued as she read the first lines.Es: Aunque su día estaba lleno, sentía la chispa de una nueva historia en el aire.En: Although her day was full, she felt the spark of a new story in the air.Es: —Gracias, Mateo —respondió ella con una sonrisa cálida—.En: "Thank you, Mateo," she responded with a warm smile.Es: Me gusta lo que veo aquí.En: "I like what I see here.Es: Prometo leerlo y te llamaré para discutirlo con calma la próxima semana.En: I promise to read it and will call you to discuss it calmly next week."Es: Mateo sintió una ola de alivio y entusiasmo.En: Mateo felt a wave of relief and excitement.Es: Sus dudas comenzaron a desvanecerse, reemplazadas por una confianza renovada.En: His doubts began to fade, replaced by renewed confidence.Es: Su voz, que siempre había sentido pequeña, ahora tenía un lugar.En: His voice, which he had always felt was small, now had a place.Es: Por primera vez, veía un camino claro hacia su sueño.En: For the first time, he saw a clear path to his dream.Es: Por su parte, Isabela partió del evento, sintiendo nuevamente la pasión que la había llevado a la edición.En: For her part, Isabela left the event, once again feeling the passion that had brought her to publishing.Es: Sabía que ayudar a nuevos autores como Mateo era donde realmente podía hacer una diferencia.En: She knew that helping new authors like Mateo was where she could truly make a difference.Es: A medida que el sol se ponía en el horizonte de Buenos Aires, los colores del otoño reflejaban el comienzo de una nueva etapa para ambos.En: As the sun set on the Buenos Aires horizon, the autumn colors reflected the beginning of a new stage for both.Es: Mateo se dirigió a casa, emocionado por lo que había comenzado como un simple día en la feria del libro.En: Mateo headed home, excited about what had begun as a simple day at the book fair.Es: Cada paso se sentía más ligero, lleno de posibilidades.En: Each step felt lighter, full of possibilities.Es: Isabela, mientras revisaba su agenda, sonrió al pensar en las historias futuras que tendría el privilegio de traer al mundo.En: Isabela, while reviewing her agenda, smiled at the thought of the future stories she would have the privilege of bringing to the world. Vocabulary Words:the bustle: el bulliciothe breeze: el vientothe shelf: el estantethe cover: la portadathe doubt: la dudathe schedule: la agendathe passion: la pasiónthe enthusiasm: el entusiasmothe task: la tareathe summary: el resumenthe hand: la manothe editor: la editorathe spark: la chispathe wave: la olathe confidence: la confianzathe doubt: la dudathe horizon: el horizontethe autumn: el otoñothe event: el eventothe writer: el escritorthe book fair: la feria del librothe door: la puertathe novel: la novelathe stage: la etapathe privilege: el privilegioto cloud: nublarto clutch: apretarto act: actuarto run out: agotarseto discover: descubrir

In this episode, I sit down with my dear friend Allison Trowbridge, founder and CEO of Copper Books, for a deeply honest and expansive conversation about influence, authorship, and what it truly takes to bring a book into the world.  Allie shares the difference between power and influence—and how leading from a place of magnetism, authenticity, and soft power creates lasting impact in a way that grinding never can.  We explore her journey from working in the anti-trafficking space to reimagining the publishing industry, and why books remain one of the most powerful tools for shifting culture, sparking movements, and building authority. We also get into the tactical side of becoming an author: the difference between writers and authors, how to know if traditional, hybrid, or self-publishing is right for you, why your title and cover matter more than you think, and the marketing strategies that actually move books in 2026.  If you've been carrying a book idea on your heart—whether for one year or ten—this conversation is your invitation to listen to that stirring, trust the timing, and step into the kind of influence only authorship can create. Liked this episode? Make sure to subscribe to our podcast and leave a review with your takeaways, this helps us create the exact content you want!  KEY POINTS:  00:00 Meet Allie Trowbridge 01:32 Influence vs Power 02:41 Burnout and Authentic Authority 04:47 Writer vs Author 08:20 What Copper Books Does 08:43 Books as Leverage 10:05 Growth Collective Offer 11:49 Why Copper Books Now 12:57 Books Spark Social Movements 14:50 The Book Idea Download 19:13 Reimagining Publishing 23:02 Copper Hybrid Publishing Model 27:56 Demystifying Publishing Myths 28:27 Titles Covers and Big Idea 29:50 Define Reader Transformation 30:15 Big Idea That Spreads 33:07 Audience And Success Vision 34:58 Choose Publishing Path 36:38 Hybrid Flexibility Examples 39:32 Marketing Reality Check 41:40 Joyful Launch Strategy 42:51 Networks And Reciprocity 49:56 Book Fair Invitation QUOTABLES: “ If you can't say it, you actually don't know it. You should be able to explain something no matter how complex it is. If you can't explain it to a child or a young person, you actually don't understand it yourself.” - Allie Trowbridge “ Why it's so important on getting clear on who your ideal reader is, is you wanna make sure that you're getting in front of the places where your ideal reader is. For example, if I'm gonna write a book and have to market the book, I'm gonna go on podcasts because I know that is where my reader is. If I was writing a book for my mom, I would not be going on podcasts. She doesn't listen to podcasts. She watches The Today Show.” - Julie Solomon GUEST RESOURCES: [COPPER BOOK FAIR — NASHVILLE] Join Allie in Nashville on Friday, May 8, 2026 for Copper's Book Fair—a one-day, one-stop shop for anyone who has ever dreamed of writing a book. Connect with leading publishing executives, top literary agents, and a vibrant community of aspiring authors. Get your ticket now! Use code JULIE50 for $50 off. [COPPER BOOKS] Learn more about Copper Books, the boutique hybrid publishing house helping thought leaders extend their influence and authority through the power of a book. Visit copperbooks.com and follow on Instagram @copper.books. [FOLLOW ALLISON] Connect with Allie on Instagram @alliebridge for daily encouragement and behind-the-scenes insights from her author journey. RESOURCES: [UNSCRIPTED: THE MASTERMIND] This 12-month, application-only mastermind is designed for high-caliber entrepreneurs ready to refine their positioning, amplify visibility, and scale strategically. If selected, you'll receive 2 1:1 calls with me, monthly mastermind sessions, two retreats, and a guest feature on Woman of Influence. Apply now and, if it's aligned, we will personally reach out with next steps. 

Writing a book can feel overwhelming, but it doesn't have to be. In this Writing Room conversation, Bob Goff, Kimberly Stuart, and Allison Trowbridge talk about what actually helps, focusing on one reader, one clear idea, and the courage to start messy and figure it out as you go. Along the way, Allie shares how her work with Copper Books is helping authors navigate the publishing process in a more thoughtful, supported way.If you've been thinking about writing a book but aren't sure where to begin, this episode is a great place to start. And if you're ready to take a step further, Allie is hosting a Book Fair in Nashville on May 8, a one-day gathering designed to help aspiring authors understand the full journey from idea to publication and connect with others doing the same.

Cosa leggeva da bambino un grande narratore della storia? Un viaggio a ritroso tra i volumi che hanno segnato la formazione di Alessandro Barbero. In conversazione con Giacomo Benelli e Ivan Canu, il professor Barbero intreccerà memorie personali e radici letterarie alle pagine di Pinocchio, Cuore, i romanzi di Salgari e altri classici dell'infanzia. Crediti: Bologna Children's Book Fair: https://www.bolognachildrensbookfair.com/ Ivan Canu: https://www.instagram.com/ivancanuillustrator/ Audio in loco. -- // Disclaimer // Tutti gli audio disponibili sono utilizzati negli episodi dopo previo consenso e accordo con i distributori originali di altre piattaforme e/o comunque distribuiti liberamente e originariamente con licenze CC BY 4.0 e affini - o registrati in loco, viene sempre riportata la fonte. I titoli potrebbero differire in caso di titoli originali troppo lunghi. Per qualsiasi dubbio o problema contattateci PER FAVORE prima alla nostra mail: vassallidibarbero[@]gmail[dot]com - Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Questa settimana ascoltiamo la storia di VICTORIA SEMYKINA, illustratrice. Victoria è un'illustratrice pluripremiata, che realizza albi illustrati per l'infanzia ma anche illustrazioni per riviste e giornali. Da qualche giorno, in occasione della Bologna Children's Book Fair, si è inaugurata una sua mostra personale presso la Quadreria, nel centro di Bologna, in cui sono esposte le tavole originali dell'albo “Francois Truffaut, il bambino che amava il cinema”, scritto da Luca Tortolini.Oggi parliamo di pennelli di martora, regole, jazz, e tanto altro ancora.Questo è un podcast indipendente. Clicca i link qui di seguito per:  Diventare un PATREON de "Il Mondo Invisibile" e sostenere questo podcast con un piccolo contributo per coprire le spese di produzione ed aiutarmi a continuare questo progetto;  Ricevere la NEWSLETTER de “Il Mondo Invisibile” su Substack;  Ascoltare il podcast anche su YOUTUBE;Seguire l'account Instagram @ilmondoinvisibilepodcast e la pagina facebook, per vedere le opere degli artisti, e per mandarmi i tuoi commenti.Grazie mille.A presto!Alessandro #victoriasemykina #arte #illustratori #illustratore #illustrazioni #illustrazione #alboillustrato #picturebook  #immagini #ilmondoinvisibile #ilmondoinvisibilepodcast #podcastitaliani

Chair of the Northfield Hospital + Clinics Auxiliary Book Fair Mark Heiman discusses today being the final day to donate books to the book fair, and the sale starting Tuesday, April 21st. 

This episode covers the latest industry news, including Amazon Kindle support changes, the state of YA and Romantasy books, new bookstore openings, author revelations, and upcoming book releases. In this month's download, I'm delving into:

Sara Belancini"Ellis"Edizioni Lapiswww.edizionilapis.itPer quante miglia si può viaggiare per inseguire un sogno?Quanta vita si può chiudere in una valigia?Tra la fine dell'Ottocento e la prima metà del Novecento, milioni di persone attraversano l'oceano lasciandosi alle spalle tutto ciò che conoscono. Ad accoglierle c'è un'isola: Ellis Island.E questa volta è lei a raccontare.Con voce solenne, dolce e a tratti amara, Ellis ricorda ciò che ha visto: volti stanchi e pieni di speranza, lingue che si intrecciano, bambini smarriti, attese sospese. Racconta i sogni trattenuti, le visite mediche, le separazioni, le possibilità che si aprono — o si spezzano — oltre una porta.Il testo di Sara Belancini, lirico e potente, restituisce tutta la complessità di un'esperienza collettiva trasformandola in racconto intimo. Le illustrazioni di Aneta Lukianska, dense ed evocative, danno forma a una moltitudine di storie: volti, gesti, attese che restano impressi e accompagnano la lettura.Pagina dopo pagina prende forma un racconto corale e intimo allo stesso tempo, in cui la grande Storia si intreccia alle storie di milioni di vite. La memoria si fa voce, e la voce si fa esperienza viva, capace di parlare a lettrici e lettori di ogni età.Ellis Island non è solo un luogo: è uno sguardo che ha incrociato speranza, paura, forza di ricominciare.Non è una storia del passato: è qualcosa che ancora oggi ci riguarda.E ci chiede di non voltare lo sguardo.Età di lettura dai 5 anniSara BelanciniSi definisce un'amante delle parole a tutto tondo. Da anni lavora dietro le quinte come editor, correttrice di bozze e grafica editoriale. Il suo ultimo albo, Il signor Salvatempo, è pubblicato da Il Gatto Verde Edizioni.Aneta LukianskaPluripremiata artista di origine polacca, vive nel Regno Unito. Prima di conseguire un Master in Illustrazione alla Falmouth University, ha lavorato come medico nell'ambito della salute mentale. Le sue opere, frutto dell'incontro tra tecniche digitali e analogiche, le hanno valso un posto tra i vincitori della Mostra Illustratori della Bologna Children's Book Fair.Diventa un supporter di questo podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/il-posto-delle-parole--1487855/support.IL POSTO DELLE PAROLEascoltare fa pensarehttps://ilpostodelleparole.it/

Questa settimana ascoltiamo la storia recente di TOPITTORI, casa editrice. Per completare gli appuntamenti di preparazione alla Bologna Children's Book Fair, che comincia lunedí prossimo, ho pensato di dedicare un episodio alla casa editrice Topipittori, che ho imparato a conoscere meglio in quest'ultimo anno, anche perché produco per i Topi il loro podcast, in cui intervisto le autrici e gli autori dei nuovi libri in arrivo in libreria.  È interessante anche perché a Luglio 2025 è stata resa pubblica la notizia che Paolo Canton e Giovanna Zoboli, i due fondatori della casa editrice, hanno ceduto il 51% di Topipittori a Simone Edizioni, una casa editrice italiana attiva specialmente nel settore giuridico.  E allora ho voluto capire meglio il perché di questa operazione e quello che succederà in futuro a questa casa editrice a cui molti lettori sono davvero affezionati.  Oggi parliamo di infanzia, libri, fare un buon lavoro, e tanto altro ancora.Questo è un podcast indipendente. Clicca i link qui di seguito per:  Diventare un PATREON de "Il Mondo Invisibile" e sostenere questo podcast con un piccolo contributo per coprire le spese di produzione ed aiutarmi a continuare questo progetto;  Ricevere la NEWSLETTER de “Il Mondo Invisibile” su Substack;  Ascoltare il podcast anche su YOUTUBE;Seguire l'account Instagram @ilmondoinvisibilepodcast e la pagina facebook, per vedere le opere degli artisti, e per mandarmi i tuoi commenti.A presto!Alessandro #topipittori #edizionisimone #arte #illustratori #illustratore #illustrazioni #illustrazione #alboillustrato #picturebook  #immagini #ilmondoinvisibile #ilmondoinvisibilepodcast #podcastitaliani

Chair of the Northfield Hospital + Clinics Auxiliary Book Fair Mark Heiman discusses this year's annual book fair, running from April 21-25th at the Northfield Ice Arena. Donations open tomorrow, April 7th. https://northfieldbookfair.org/

Questa settimana ascoltiamo la storia di ANNA CASCONE, psicologa e formatrice. Manca poco alla Bologna Children's Book Fair, che si svolgerà dal 13 al 16 Aprile, e per questo oggi ti voglio parlare di un evento molto interessante che potrai trovare in Fiera: in occasione del ventesimo compleanno di Kite Edizioni, lunedi 13 Aprile alle ore 10:00 presso lo stand di Kite si terrà un incontro su “l'Altro Illustrato”, ovvero l'utilizzo dell'albo illustrato in contesti alternativi all'infanzia.  Sarà ospite dell'evento Anna Cascone, psicologa e formatrice, esperta in psicologia positiva e dell'invecchiamento. Anna lavora da vent'anni nell'ambito della terza età e tra gli strumenti che preferisce ci sono i libri, ed in particolare gli albi illustrati.Oggi parliamo di albi illustrati, RSA, occasioni, stare e tanto altro ancora.Questo è un podcast indipendente. Clicca i link qui di seguito per:  Diventare un PATREON de "Il Mondo Invisibile" e sostenere questo podcast con un piccolo contributo per coprire le spese di produzione ed aiutarmi a continuare questo progetto;Ricevere la NEWSLETTER de “Il Mondo Invisibile” su Substack;  Ascoltare il podcast anche su YOUTUBE;Seguire l'account Instagram @ilmondoinvisibilepodcast e la pagina facebook, per vedere le opere degli artisti, e per mandarmi i tuoi commenti.Grazie milleA presto!Alessandro #annacascone #kiteedizioni #laltroillustrato #arte #illustratori #illustratore #illustrazioni #illustrazione #alboillustrato #picturebook  #immagini #ilmondoinvisibile #ilmondoinvisibilepodcast #podcastitaliani

Questa settimana ascoltiamo la storia di SERENA BELLINELLO, direttrice editoriale di Aboca Edizioni.  Siamo ormai vicini all'inizio della Bologna Children's Book Fair, che si svolgerà dal 13 al 16 Aprile, e specialmente se sei un autrice o autore, un'illustratrice o illustratore, può essere utile conoscere meglio qualche casa editrice che potrai incontrare in Fiera. Ad esempio Aboca Kids, che sarà presente nella BCBF e che ha preparato un'iniziativa speciale. Oggi parliamo di natura, esseri umani, e tutto quello che c'è nel mezzo.Questo è un podcast indipendente. Clicca i link qui di seguito per:- Diventare un PATREON de "Il Mondo Invisibile" e sostenere questo podcast con un piccolo contributo per coprire le spese di produzione ed aiutarmi a continuare questo progetto;  - Ricevere la NEWSLETTER de “Il Mondo Invisibile” su Substack;  - Ascoltare il podcast anche su YOUTUBE;- Seguire l'account Instagram @ilmondoinvisibilepodcast e la pagina facebook, per vedere le opere degli artisti, e per mandarmi i tuoi commenti. Grazie mille A presto! Alessandro #serenabellinello #aboca  #arte #creatività #illustrazione #alboillustrato #picturebook  #immagini #ilmondoinvisibile #ilmondoinvisibilepodcast #podcastitaliani   

In this episode, Anthony dives deep into the world of children's literature, exploring the latest releases that young readers are excited about. We discuss the significant issue of book bans and how they are affecting communities, schools, and libraries. Additionally, Anthony covers recent legislation influencing educational content, providing vital information for librarians, educators, and parents alike. Stay tuned for an exclusive upcoming interview with Tui T. Sutherland, the renowned author of the Wings of Fire series, as we continue to celebrate middle grade and children's literature and its crucial role in young readers' lives.New Releases:The Heart of Our Home by Janelle Washington (Ages 3-6)The Queen's Granddaughter by Diane Zahler (Ages 8-12)Books Good Enough for You: The Storied Life of Ursula Nordstrom, Editor of Extraordinary Children's Books by Nancy Hudgins (Ages 10-14)The Blue Dress by Rebecca Morrison (Ages 10-14)Charmed and Dangerous by Shelly Page (Ages 12+)The Free Verse Society by Delali Adjoa (Ages 14+)

We all remember the excitement of a school book fair… but one confession takes that childhood nostalgia to a whole new level

This week on the Queer News podcast, in top news, the WNBA and the Players Union have a verbal agreement! In politics, Idaho's ant-trans bathroom bill is on the move, and New York makes queer history again. In culture and entertainment, we caught up with the authors of the newly released book: Fair Game: Trans Athletes and the Future of Sports, and the Windy City Times is accepting nominations for their 30 under 30 outstanding LGBTQ+ individuals. Let's get into it. Want to support this podcast?

Are you looking for ways to empower your children through literature and representation? Join Jae and special guest Valerie J. Lewis Cohen as they discuss the transformative power of diverse children's books and the mission behind the When I See Me Children's Book Fair.In this episode of the Homeschool Your Kids podcast, Valerie shares her journey from publishing relationship advice to becoming a champion for children's literacy. She highlights the startling reality that less than 27 percent of children's books feature characters of color and explains why it is vital for black and brown children to see themselves as the heroes of their own stories. Valerie also dives deep into the importance of parental advocacy within the school system, sharing personal stories of fighting for her son's academic success and fair treatment. From discussing the school to prison pipeline to the nuances of self-publishing and the power of positive illustrations, this conversation is a must watch for any parent or educator committed to raising confident, literate, and inspired children. You will learn about the upcoming book fair in Dayton, Ohio, and how providing free books to children can change their entire trajectory.https://penofthewriter.com/https://wheniseeme.com/https://queenvpublishing.com/Valerie J. Lewis Coleman is a best-selling author, award-winning publisher, and publishing expert who transforms stories into legacies. With more than twenty years in the industry, she has published over 180 authors—70% of whom became bestsellers—and guided thousands of writers to avoid costly mistakes, publish with excellence, and profit from their books.As founder of Pen of the Writer, Valerie equips professional speakers, entrepreneurs, and visionaries to magnify their message, grow their platforms, and monetize their expertise through publishing. She also leads the groundbreaking When I See Me™ Children's Book Fair, an initiative that places diverse, empowering stories into the hands of young readers so every child can see themselves as the hero.A sought-after speaker and mentor, Valerie blends practical industry knowledge with passion for literacy, representation, and empowerment. Her dynamic presentations make publishing simple, profitable, and impactful—helping authors not only write books, but also change lives. Learn more at PenOfTheWriter.com, QueenVPublishing.com, and WhenISeeMe.com.Valerie J. Lewis Coleman, serving professional speakers and experts to magnify and monetize their message by publishing quality books!Click here to launch your writing career!When I See Me™ Children's Book Fair is Saturday, July 25, 2026 in Dayton, OH. Join us for a day of literary fun, giveaways, and more. WhenISeeMe.com Donate to A Book in Every Bag Oh, The Things I Can Be When I See Me - Samara and Lyric are cousins who love to visit their grandmother, MeMe. The girls talk about all the wonderful things they want to be. Their self-esteem and confidence grow as they learn about women who have done what they hope to do. Filled with historical pioneers and modern-day trailblazers, this picture book empowers girls of color by providing examples of successful women who look like them. Click here to get your autographed copy of the Feathered Quill Bronze Award winner! Creative Child Kids Picture Book of the Year! Readers Favorite Honorable Mention for Children's Educational Books!The Forbidden Secrets of the Goody Box - Relationship advice that your father didn't tell you and your mother didn't know. Click here to get your autographed copy of this Amazon bestseller. For Kindle, click here; for Audible, click here; for Nook and other formats, click here.Visit the website mentioned in the video to learn more about the When I See Me Children's Book Fair and how you can support this vital mission. Be sure to like this video, subscribe to the channel for more empowering content, and share your thoughts in the comments below.

On this episode of Discover Lafayette, we welcome Deb and Paul Lindsay, the enthusiastic co-chairs of the Books Along the Teche Literary Festival, which celebrates its 10th anniversary April 10–12, 2026 in downtown New Iberia. Centered around the Sliman Theater, Shadows-on-the-Teche, and other historic sites, this year's festival brings together literature, music, food, history, and community for a full weekend of programming. Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist and author Rick Bragg is being celebrated as the 2026 Great Southern Writer, with sessions, book signings, museum tours, a book fair, and more planned throughout the weekend. Deb and Paul's story is, in many ways, a love letter to Acadiana. They were living in Guanajuato, Mexico when Deb's health concerns prompted them to consider returning to the United States. As Paul explains, they began researching Acadiana after learning Lafayette had been named “the happiest city in the USA.” Deb knew what she wanted: “I want to go someplace where there's nice people, kind people. I want to go someplace where they have great food, and I want to go someplace where they have great music, great culture.” Their conclusion? “We hit a trifecta.” Deb and Paul LIndsey are pictured in Guanajuato, Mexico in 2019. The couple had no roots in the region and no contacts here when they first began exploring south Louisiana. But a chance stop on Main Street in New Iberia on June 25, 2022, changed everything. While reading the trilingual plaque near the Bayou Teche Museum, they were approached by Cathy Indest of the Iberia Cultural Resources Association, who asked, “Y'all aren't from around here, are you?” That unexpected conversation led to an invitation to come back for the literary festival, and eventually to a much bigger decision. Back in Mexico, the Lindsays decided to do more than simply visit. They would return to volunteer and sponsor the festival as part of what Paul called an exploratory trip. They came for the 2023 festival, met local leaders and volunteers, and quickly found themselves embraced by the community. A memorable and funny festival incident sealed the deal. While attempting Cajun dance lessons, Deb became so dizzy that she had to be helped to a chair and then to an ambulance for evaluation. Paul, not yet realizing how serious things were, responded to a warning from a concerned helper who said, “Your wife is bad,” with the now legendary line: “I'm sorry, but she's always been a bad dancer.” What stayed with them most was not the scare, but the care. Paul recalls that neighbors and new friends, including Wyatt and Becky Collins, immediately stepped in to help, offering to follow him to the hospital and even opening their home if needed. Others checked on Deb throughout the night. “To me, that sealed the deal,” Paul says, “because those are the kind of people I want to be around now.” Deb adds that Acadiana's warmth is more than politeness: “I'm not sure that people in Acadiana fully appreciate just how special the culture of caring for others really is. It is endemic here. It is just part of how people are.” That sense of belonging deepened quickly. The Lindsays moved to New Iberia in October 2023 and were immediately drawn into the life of the community, volunteering at local events and building friendships that made them feel at home. Deb notes, “We have chosen to be here because, as Paul said, we feel like we hit the trifecta.” Their affection for New Iberia and the wider Acadiana region comes through clearly in this conversation, as does their gratitude for the people who welcomed them in. That spirit of welcome is central to the mission of the Books Along the Teche Literary Festival, which Deb describes as preserving “the legacy of Southern storytelling through literature, culture, and community.” The 2026 schedule reflects just how broad that vision has become: guided tours at the Bayou Teche Museum and Shadows-on-the-Teche, free literary sessions at the Sliman Theater, a children's book fair, a Main Street book fair, and multiple ticketed food-and-music experiences designed to bring people together. A major draw this year is Rick Bragg, the festival's 2026 Great Southern Writer. The festival describes Bragg as a Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist and bestselling author whose writing captures “the struggles and strength of Southern life,” and notes that he continues to teach at the University of Alabama. Paul shares that he reached Bragg personally after recognizing in his writing a deep connection to family, resilience, and Southern roots. That conversation led Bragg to accept the invitation, telling Paul, “You've made me laugh more in the last 40 minutes than I have in probably a year.” Bragg will appear for both a symposium and a special book club-style event during the weekend. Deb speaks beautifully about why Bragg matters. Though memoir was not previously her preferred genre, she says his storytelling changed that. His books about family and ordinary Southern people, she says, “remind us of our shared humanity, something especially needed in these divided times.” That human-centered view of literature runs through the entire festival. Jane and Scott Wolfe of Melba’s Po Boys in New Orleans The opening Friday session features Jane and Scott Wolfe of the infamouse Melba's Po Boys in New Orleans, who will discuss entrepreneurship, perseverance, literacy, and community. Festival listings describe their presentation as “Building Perseverance and Community: How Two Teenagers Created a Life Inside Small Business in New Orleans.” Deb and Paul highlight Jane Wolfe's remarkable path from earning her GED to studying at Tulane and later Harvard Divinity School, as well as her role in literacy work through Melba's. Published sources confirm that Jane Wolfe received the 2024 Light Up for Literacy Award from the Louisiana Endowment for the Humanities for her work with Eat and Read at Melba's, and that she is a graduate of both Tulane and Harvard Divinity School. The 2026 schedule also reflects the festival's wide-ranging curiosity. Friday includes a session on the Creole lineage of Pope Leo XIV, a discussion with romance author Juliette Cross, and a closing session on Carville and Hansen's disease. Saturday brings the Dave Robicheaux Readers Theater, a Rick Bragg book club, a session on Louisiana Black Creole Trail Riders, a program on Black female jazz singers, a Swamp Pop-themed session, and Bragg's major symposium and signing. The Children's Book Fair and the Main Street Book Fair, making the festival accessible to readers of all ages. Beyond the literary sessions, the weekend is intentionally immersive. Friday night's ticketed event, “A Novel Evening in Prose and Pours,” unfolds beneath the oaks at Shadows-on-the-Teche and includes food, drink, music, and time for festivalgoers to mingle with authors in a relaxed setting. Saturday morning introduces “Beignets & Beats, A Cajun Breakfast Jam” at Bambino's, while Saturday night has been reimagined as “Swamp Sounds: A Swamp Pop Revival,” complete with dance lessons and live music from The Revelers. The weekend closes with Symphony Sunday in the Park, a free outdoor performance by the Acadiana Symphony Orchestra in New Iberia's City Park on Sunday, April 12 at 3:00 p.m. It is a free concert under the oaks, continuing a long-running partnership between the Symphony and New Iberia. What makes this interview especially meaningful is hearing why Deb and Paul have poured themselves into the festival. Deb says the literary festival “has a special place in my heart, just because it's what brought us to Louisiana in the first place.” She sees their work as “a way of saying ‘we feel like we're a part of the community. We owe the community.” Paul echoes that sentiment and says what he loves most is that books can bring people together across differences: “It doesn't matter who you voted for; it's about coming together with common bonds and trying to learn from each other and listen to each other.” Their vision extends beyond one April weekend. They are exploring interim events throughout the year and building stronger partnerships with other Louisiana book festivals, including those in New Orleans and Baton Rouge, with the goal of strengthening audiences and collaboration rather than competing against one another. That cooperative spirit feels very much in keeping with what they have come to love about this region. As Deb and Paul make clear, the Books Along the Teche Literary Festival is about far more than books alone. It is about story, hospitality, history, music, place, and the kind of human connection that turns visitors into neighbors. Or, as Deb puts it, “It's a terrific place to be.” For festival details, schedules, and tickets, the primary website is BooksAlongTheTecheLiteraryFestival.com; BayouBookFest.com also redirects there. The festival is largely free, with select ticketed food and music events available through the website. Published festival and tourism pages confirm the event dates, venues, and the weekend's featured programming. Thanks to Deb and Paul Lindsey for their commitment to the arts, culture and community! They are eloquent spokespersons for their new home, Acadiana!

Unlike the Target Boycott, the episode know what it's doing and will get all our demands met. We have an in-depth discussion on the recent Target boycott, the state of black media, and the influence of corporate ownership on black content. Plus, who's truly prepared for doomsday? Not the upcoming Avengers movie but the end times. Become a Habitual Ish Talker and follow us on The App Formally Known As Twitter: twitter.com/TalkinIsh_PodJoin in on the conversation! E-Mail us at ⁠talkinishpod@gmail.com⁠Listen to the audio version: https://linktr.ee/TalkinIshPod#Podcast #Politics #PopCultureChapters00:00 - The Convo Before The Show01:24 - Introduction/Idle Chatter25:07 - Viewer Comment 133:45 - Nasty Sum-Muh-Muh-B*tch!35:33 - Viewer Comment 239:26 - Ohio's Largest Blacj Children's Book Fair 45:22 - BET Is White White01:07:30 - Target Boycott Blues 01:23:51 - Doomsday Prepper Steppers01:40:17 - Her-Tep Poetry Corner01:41:58 - Question of the Pod01:45:21 - Talkin' Recommendations01:53:02 - See Ya Later!

The queens kindly request your presence for some piping hot tea as they recap the AWP Conference in Baltimore. Please Support Breaking Form!Review the show on Apple Podcasts here.Aaron's STOP LYING is available from the Pitt Poetry Series. And BEAUTIFUL PEOPLE is available from Bridwell Press. James's ROMANTIC COMEDY is available from Four Way Books. Show Notes:James posted some AWP tips on Facebook here. For the curious, AWP has posted its "Community Participation in #AWP26 Conference & Bookfair" stats here.The journals mentioned on the "Editing for Change and Community" panel were:Small Orange edited by Carlie Hoffman. Carlie's poems were included in our Breaking Form episode "The Hof[f]man[n]s" which you can listen to here.Georgia Review edited by Gerald Maa. Brink edited by Nina Lohman Hopkins Review edited by Dora MalechCherry Tree: A National Literary Journal at Washington College, by James. AWP has said it will post the video of John Waters's keynote address for conference registrants to view, but we can't find it yet. But if you're curious, here's a written recap of the event by Baltimore Fishbowl.You can find The Adroit Journal online at  https://theadroitjournal.org. They're open for submissions currently (til April 1, 2026). They are a paying market.   

Have you ever lost track of time inside a book? That's no accident.In this episode of Conversations with Rich Bennett, mystery romance author Melissa Roos shares how she went from growing up seven miles outside a small Iowa town to publishing six emotionally layered suspense novels in just five years.Melissa opens up about overcoming shyness, choosing indie publishing for creative control, building strong female characters, and revealing secrets one page at a time. She also explains why critique groups are essential, how reader feedback fuels her passion, and what inspired her latest novel, The Truth Lies at the Edge, after a life-changing visit to the Grand Canyon.If you love fiction filled with heart, tension, and unforgettable settings, this conversation is for you.Learn more and grab signed copies at MelissaRoosAuthor.com.Send a textVote for us here 10% off All MembershipsRuntime: 2/10/2026 until 2/28/2026Code: CRBPodcast This discount is valid only for memberships purchased February 10, 2026 until February 28, 2026. It cannot be applied retroactively to previous purchases and may not be combined with any other discount or promotion. All memberships purchased are nonrefundable.Book Fair at Bel AirCelebrate the Magic of Words in Bel Air, Maryland!Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the showRate & Review on Apple Podcasts Follow the Conversations with Rich Bennett podcast on Social Media:Facebook – Conversations with Rich Bennett Facebook Group (Join the conversation) – Conversations with Rich Bennett podcast group | FacebookTwitter – Conversations with Rich Bennett Instagram – @conversationswithrichbennettTikTok – CWRB (@conversationsrichbennett) | TikTok Sponsors, Affiliates, and ways we pay the bills:Hosted on BuzzsproutSquadCast Subscribe by Email

Send us a textIn this conversation, Ricardo Karam sits down with Nadine Touma, artist, producer, and cultural activist, to explore the intersection of art, culture, and education. Nadine combines literature, humanities, design, and human rights in her work, offering a holistic vision of art as a tool for critical thinking and awareness from childhood.The discussion covers her multidisciplinary journey, from working in government to developing innovative educational strategies, to creating sensitive and thought-provoking art addressing the body, identity, and human rights, and founding Dar Onboz Publishing, an independent platform producing multi-media books for children and youth in Arabic, recognized internationally with awards like the Bologna Children's Book Fair prize.The conversation also highlights the role of art in nurturing children's awareness, imagination, and critical thinking, and explores culture as a public responsibility that supports creativity and shapes society.Join Ricardo Karam and Nadine Touma in a conversation about how art, education, and imagination can become powerful tools for shaping the cultural future of children and the Arab world.في هذا الحديث، يجلس ريكاردو كرم مع نادين توما، الفنانة والمنتجة والناشطة الثقافية، في لقاء يستكشف العلاقة بين الفن، الثقافة، والتربية. تجمع نادين في عملها بين الأدب، العلوم الإنسانية، التصميم، وحقوق الإنسان، لتقدّم رؤية متكاملة للفن كأداة للتفكير النقدي وبناء الوعي منذ الطفولة.يتناول الحوار مسيرتها المتعددة الاختصاصات، من العمل في المؤسسات الحكومية على تطوير التعليم، إلى الإبداع الفني الذي يطرح قضايا حساسة مثل الجسد، الهوية، وحقوق الإنسان، وصولاً إلى تأسيس دار قنبز للنشر، التي تقدّم كتباً متعددة الوسائط للأطفال والشباب باللغة العربية، وحصدت اعترافاً دولياً استثنائياً مثل جائزة معرض بولونيا الدولي لكتاب الطفل. كما يناقش الحوار دور الفن في بناء وعي الأطفال، كيف يمكن أن يكون مساحة للخيال ولطرح الأسئلة المعقدة، وأهمية الثقافة كمسؤولية عامة تدعم الإبداع وتساهم في تطوير المجتمع.انضموا إلى ريكاردو كرم ونادين توما في لقاء يكشف كيف يصبح الفن والتربية والخيال أدوات لتشكيل المستقبل الثقافي للأطفال وللمجتمع العربي بأسره.

Faith Matters is a weekly podcast for the Messenger newsletter of the Basilica School of Saint Mary, which gets distributed to Basilica School families. It features Father Edward Hathaway, the rector of the Basilica. In this week's episode, he shares about the importance of Catholic education. The Basilica School will be celebrating Catholic Schools Week, which starts this Sunday.  Here is Pope Leo XIV's Apostolic Letter, called "Drawing New Maps of Hope," on the subject of Catholic education, which Father Hathaway mentions in this episode. To read it, please click here.  In other news, we hope you are able to join us at the March for Life on tomorrow, Jan. 23, as we travel by Metro to D.C. We will meet at the King Street Metro Station in Alexandria between 11:30-11:50 a.m. and leave on the train that leaves the station close to 12 (noon). If you can't make it to the march in D.C., please join us in the Basilica church to pray with us as there will be a Holy Hour and a Rosary for Life from 11 a.m.-noon tomorrow.    Also, all Basilica School families are invited to join us for the 8:30 a.m. Mass on Sunday, February 1. Following that Mass, families are then invited to the school grounds for what will serve as our closing celebration of Catholic Schools Week. This gathering will include a light continental breakfast, tours of the new Christ Yesterday and Today exhibit -- a new, permanent display highlighting the history of Catholic education from 9:45 a.m. until 2 p.m. -- and time to visit the Book Fair.

 Melissa Morelli Lacroix is a pianist, poet, and author of Song of Songs, a beautifully layered novel told across generations, interwoven with music and memory. Find out more at: https://www.instagram.com/morelli.lacroix/ and https://www.relatable-media.com/the-rv-book-fair

Welcome to a special RV Book Fair episode of The Relatable Voice. Our first guest, author Rick Incorvia, shares how he began writing and why the creative process brings him so much joy. Our second guest, Simon Rose, reads Chapter One of his new book series, The Order of Escalibur. Find out more about Rick at: https://www.authorrickincorvia.com/ Simon: https://simon-rose.com/ and: https://www.relatable-media.com/the-rv-book-fair

The RV Book Fair Special Today we have two amazing authors. Vivien Shapera shares with us how she began writing, and Leigh discusses her new book, Journey Back to You.

Today, we're excited to welcome Lou Areas, who takes us back to 1985 and his very first international flight aboard a Pan Am 747. In this personal and nostalgic story, Lou reflects on how a single journey—from Rio de Janeiro to Buenos Aires—sparked a lifelong passion for aviation, travel, and culture. We also welcome author Verlin Darrow, who shares a vivid childhood memory from California. In this heartfelt and reflective story, Verlin recalls the evening his father invited his boss over for dinner—a moment filled with tension, curiosity, and quiet lessons that stayed with him long into adulthood. Find out more about Lou at: http://www.journeythroughculture.com/ and Verlin at: https://www.verlindarrow.com/

This is a special episode of The RV Podcast, featuring our first guest, Brian Brady. Brian shares a heartfelt and nostalgic memory from his childhood Christmas. Next on the show, we're joined by author Lauren Paul, who takes us behind the scenes of her ballroom dance journey. Find out more at: https://www.relatable-media.com/the-rv-book-fair