Podcasts about book lovers

Fluent Fiction - Dutch: A Serendipitous Bond: Literature Unites in Giethoorn Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/nl/episode/2026-08-10-07-38-20-nl Story Transcript:Nl: In het kleine dorp Giethoorn, verscholen in het groen, ligt een knus café aan het water.En: In the small village of Giethoorn, hidden among the greenery, lies a cozy café by the water.Nl: De zomerzon glinstert zacht op de kabbelende golven van de gracht.En: The summer sun gently glistens on the rippling waves of the canal.Nl: Binnen heerst een warme sfeer, gevuld met het aroma van vers gezette koffie en gebakken appeltaart.En: Inside, a warm atmosphere prevails, filled with the aroma of freshly brewed coffee and baked apple pie.Nl: Sophie zit bij het raam, verdiept in haar boek.En: Sophie sits by the window, engrossed in her book.Nl: Ze is naar Giethoorn gekomen voor rust en stilte.En: She has come to Giethoorn for peace and quiet.Nl: Lezen is haar favoriete tijdverdrijf.En: Reading is her favorite pastime.Nl: Het café is haar toevluchtsoord, een plek waar ze zichzelf kan verliezen in verhalen.En: The café is her sanctuary, a place where she can lose herself in stories.Nl: Maar vandaag wordt haar aandacht getrokken door iets anders.En: But today, her attention is drawn to something else.Nl: Aan een tafeltje verderop zit Thijs, een jonge man uit het dorp.En: At a table further away sits Thijs, a young man from the village.Nl: Hij leest hetzelfde boek als zij.En: He is reading the same book as she is.Nl: Sophie merkt het boek op.En: Sophie notices the book.Nl: Het is een zeldzame vondst, een klassieke roman waar ze dol op is.En: It's a rare find, a classic novel she's fond of.Nl: Ze twijfelt, haar verlegenheid houdt haar tegen om iets te zeggen.En: She hesitates, her shyness holding her back from saying something.Nl: Maar haar nieuwsgierigheid wint het uiteindelijk.En: But eventually, her curiosity wins.Nl: “Leuk boek, hè?” zegt ze voorzichtig, haar stem zacht.En: "Nice book, huh?" she says cautiously, her voice soft.Nl: Thijs kijkt op en lacht.En: Thijs looks up and smiles.Nl: “Ja, het is een van mijn favorieten. De manier waarop de schrijver de personages tot leven brengt, is prachtig.” Zijn enthousiasme is aanstekelijk.En: "Yes, it's one of my favorites. The way the author brings the characters to life is beautiful." His enthusiasm is contagious.Nl: Ze praten over het boek, over hun favoriete passages en de diepgang van de karakters.En: They talk about the book, about their favorite passages, and the depth of the characters.Nl: Sophie voelt haar ongemak langzaam verdwijnen.En: Sophie feels her uneasiness slowly fade away.Nl: Thijs stelt voor om door het dorp te wandelen.En: Thijs suggests taking a walk through the village.Nl: Hij kent de mooiste plekjes en wil ze graag delen.En: He knows the most beautiful spots and would love to share them.Nl: De middag verandert in avond terwijl ze door Giethoorn slenteren.En: The afternoon turns into evening as they stroll through Giethoorn.Nl: De lucht kleurt goud, en de sfeer is magisch.En: The sky turns golden, and the atmosphere is magical.Nl: Ze praten over meer dan alleen boeken - muziek, kunst, het leven in een klein dorp versus de stadse drukte.En: They talk about more than just books—music, art, life in a small village versus the hustle and bustle of the city.Nl: Hun gesprek is meeslepend en voelt als een ontdekkingstocht.En: Their conversation is captivating and feels like a journey of discovery.Nl: Met de vallende avond geven ze elkaar hun contactgegevens.En: As evening falls, they exchange contact details.Nl: Ze zijn beiden verrast door hun sterke verbinding en de openheid die vanzelf kwam.En: Both are surprised by the strong connection and the openness that came naturally.Nl: Sophie glimlacht verlegen.En: Sophie smiles shyly.Nl: Ze voelt zich anders nu, zekerder.En: She feels different now, more confident.Nl: Thijs is blij met de nieuwe vriendschap die hij heeft gevonden en waardeert de kans om zijn passies te delen.En: Thijs is happy with the new friendship he's found and appreciates the opportunity to share his passions.Nl: In het schemerlicht van Giethoorn hebben Sophie en Thijs iets bijzonders gevonden; een band die hun liefde voor literatuur overstijgt en hun levens verrijkt.En: In the twilight of Giethoorn, Sophie and Thijs have discovered something special; a bond that transcends their love for literature and enriches their lives.Nl: De wereld lijkt plots groter en tegelijkertijd veel kleiner, met dank aan een gedeeld verhaal.En: The world suddenly seems larger and yet much smaller, thanks to a shared story. Vocabulary Words:hidden: verscholengreenery: groencozy: knusglistens: glinstertrippling: kabbelendewarm atmosphere: warme sfeeraroma: aromafreshly brewed: vers gezetteengrossed: verdieptpastime: tijdverdrijfsanctuary: toevluchtsoordhesitates: twijfeltshyness: verlegenheidcautiously: voorzichtigcontagious: aanstekelijkuneasiness: ongemakstroll: slenterenhustle and bustle: stadse druktecaptivating: meeslependexchange: uitwisselenconfident: zekerdertwilight: schemerlichttranscends: overstijgtenriches: verrijktlarger: grotersmaller: kleinershared: gedeeldbond: bandcharacters: personagescuriosity: nieuwsgierigheid

Fluent Fiction - Hindi: When Books Ignite Dreams: Aarav's Festival Revelation Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/hi/episode/2026-08-10-22-34-02-hi Story Transcript:Hi: जयपुर की रंगीन धरती पर हर गली में साहित्य की सुगंध बह रही थी।En: On the colorful land of Jaipur, the aroma of literature was wafting through every street.Hi: जिधर देखो, वहीं किताबों का समुद्र और विचारों की बरसात।En: Everywhere you looked, there was a sea of books and a shower of ideas.Hi: इसी माहौल में दिल्ली के एक स्कूल के छात्र खिलखिलाते चेहरों के साथ किताबों की दुनिया में खो जाने की तैयारी कर रहे थे।En: In this atmosphere, students from a Delhi school were preparing to lose themselves in the world of books, with joyful faces.Hi: गर्मियों की चमचमाती धूप में सब बच्चे अपनी-अपनी पसंद के साहित्यिक कार्यक्रमों में खोये हुए थे।En: In the shining summer sunlight, all the children were lost in their favorite literary programs.Hi: आरव, जो किताबों का दीवाना था, थोड़ा अलग-थलग महसूस कर रहा था।En: Aarav, who was a book enthusiast, felt a little out of place.Hi: वह एकांतप्रिय था, और उसकी मन की बातें अक्सर उसकी किताबों के पन्नों में छुपी रहती थीं।En: He was a loner, and his thoughts often remained hidden in the pages of his books.Hi: इस बार उसका सपना था अपने प्रिय लेखक से मिलना, संवाद करना और अपने गुप्त नॉवेल पर चर्चा करना।En: This time, his dream was to meet his favorite author, have a conversation, and discuss his secret novel.Hi: लेकिन भीड़ इतनी थी कि किसी से मिलने का सोचना भी रुका हुआ सपना था।En: But the crowd was such that even thinking about meeting someone felt like a paused dream.Hi: स्नहेन और रोहन उसके मित्र थे, दोनों उसे प्रोत्साहित कर रहे थे।En: Snehen and Rohan were his friends, both encouraging him.Hi: "आरव, ये सही समय है।En: "Aarav, this is the right time.Hi: कोशिश कर ही लो," स्नहेन ने कहा।En: Just give it a try," Snehen said.Hi: वहां का माहौल जीवंत था।En: The atmosphere there was vibrant.Hi: चारों तरफ रंगीन तंबू, उत्साहित लोगों का शोर और चाय की सुगंध फैल रही थी।En: All around, colorful tents, the noise of excited people, and the aroma of tea were filling the air.Hi: आरव ने पूरे आयोजन स्थल पर नजर दौड़ाई।En: Aarav scanned the entire event venue.Hi: उसे अपनी कल्पनाओं का प्रिय लेखक यहीं कहीं दिखेगा, वहां जाकर बात करने का अद्वितीय मौका हाथ आ सकता था।En: He might spot his favorite author of his imagination somewhere, and it could be a unique opportunity to speak with them.Hi: हालांकि आरव भीतर से घबराया हुआ था।En: However, Aarav was nervous inside.Hi: लेकिन उसने ठान लिया कि वो इंतज़ार करेगा।En: But he decided that he would wait.Hi: उसे बस सही क्षण की तलाश थी।En: He was just in search of the right moment.Hi: सूरज ढलने के करीब था और तभी उसने देखा की उसके प्रिय लेखक एक साइड में किताबों पर ऑटोग्राफ दे रहे हैं।En: The sun was about to set, and just then, he saw that his favorite author was giving autographs on books at one side.Hi: मौके का फायदा उठाने के लिए आरव ने अपने दिल की सुनी और आगे बढ़ा।En: To seize the opportunity, Aarav listened to his heart and moved forward.Hi: वहां कोई भीड़ नहीं थी।En: There was no crowd there.Hi: लेखक मुस्कुराते चेहरे के साथ उसकी ओर देख रहे थे।En: The author was looking at him with a smiling face.Hi: आरव ने हिम्मत जुटाई और अपनी कहानी का विचार साझा किया।En: Aarav gathered courage and shared the idea of his story.Hi: लेखक ने ध्यान से सुना और कहा, "तुम्हारी कहानी में गहराई है, इसे आगे बढ़ाओ।En: The author listened attentively and said, "Your story has depth, continue to develop it."Hi: "उनके शब्दों ने आरव के भीतर आत्मविश्वास की ज्वाला जगा दी।En: Their words ignited a flame of confidence within Aarav.Hi: उसने महसूस किया कि वह संवाद कर सकता है, अपनी आवाज़ साझी कर सकता है।En: He felt that he could communicate, he could share his voice.Hi: उस दिन जयपुर साहित्य महोत्सव आरव के लिए सिर्फ किताबों का मेला नहीं रहा, बल्कि उसके सपनों की उड़ान का आरंभ बन गया।En: That day, the Jaipur Literature Festival was not just a fair of books for Aarav, but it became the beginning of his dreams taking flight.Hi: आरव अब गंभीरता से लेखन की ओर बढ़ने की राह पर था, स्वतंत्रता दिवस के आने से पहले ही उसने अपने विचारों की स्वतंत्रता को पा लिया था।En: Aarav was now on the path towards serious writing, having found the freedom of his thoughts even before Independence Day arrived. Vocabulary Words:colorful: रंगीनaroma: सुगंधwafting: बह रहीliterature: साहित्यsea: समुद्रshower: बरसातpreparing: तैयारीlose: खोenthusiast: दीवानाloner: एकांतप्रियhidden: छुपीdream: सपनाconversation: संवादunique: अद्वितीयnervous: घबरायाopportunity: मौकाcourage: हिम्मतignite: जगाconfidence: आत्मविश्वासindependence: स्वतंत्रताimagination: कल्पनाओंfreedom: स्वतंत्रताscanned: नजर दौड़ाईflame: ज्वालाvenue: आयोजन स्थलspotted: दिखेगाattentively: ध्यान सेdevelop: आगे बढ़ाओfestival: महोत्सवgathered: जुटाई

Daily Dad Jokes (09 Aug 2026) The official Daily Dad Jokes Podcast electronic button now available on Amazon. The perfect gift for dad! Click here here to view! Shower Thoughts Podcast: We have another podcast called Daily Shower Thoughts, showcasing random, amusing and mind bending epiphanies. Search "Daily Shower Thoughts" in your podcast player or click here Email Newsletter: Looking for more dad joke humor to share? Then subscribe to our new weekly email newsletter. It's our weekly round-up of the best dad jokes, memes, and humor for you to enjoy. Spread the laughs, and groans, and sign up today! Click here to subscribe! Listen to the Daily Dad Jokes podcast here: https://dailydadjokespodcast.com/ or search "Daily Dad Jokes" in your podcast app. Jokes sourced and curated from reddit.com/r/dadjokes. Joke credits: bruggemb, Joscarbuck, Halsenberg19239, incredibleinkpen, hpotter29, mwnobles, porichoygupto, klave7, Ok_Presence36, porichoygupto, Left-Distribution-13, ilikesidehugs, Englishmuphin21, colemacgrath2009, trainsareepic, washcapsfan37, Ok_Raspberry6840, dino0509, , Rlchv70, porichoygupto, PauloDybala_10, DoomRulz, notmikegiant, madazzahatter, porichoygupto, Keithninety, MikeGelato, cheezeturds, andersonfmly, Apart_Maintenance611, emu404, VZmatthews, dajuggernaut, incredibleinkpen, Upset_Stage_60, Realistic-Twist-3112, washcapsfan37 Subscribe to this podcast via: iHeartMedia Spotify iTunes Google Podcasts YouTube Channel Social media: Instagram Facebook Twitter TikTok Discord Interested in advertising or sponsoring our show? Contact us at mediasales@klassicstudios.com Produced by Klassic Studios using AutoGen Podcast technology (http://klassicstudios.com/autogen-podcasts/) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Daily Dad Jokes (09 Aug 2026) The official Daily Dad Jokes Podcast electronic button now available on Amazon. The perfect gift for dad! Click here here to view! Shower Thoughts Podcast: We have another podcast called Daily Shower Thoughts, showcasing random, amusing and mind bending epiphanies. Search "Daily Shower Thoughts" in your podcast player or click here Email Newsletter: Looking for more dad joke humor to share? Then subscribe to our new weekly email newsletter. It's our weekly round-up of the best dad jokes, memes, and humor for you to enjoy. Spread the laughs, and groans, and sign up today! Click here to subscribe! Listen to the Daily Dad Jokes podcast here: https://dailydadjokespodcast.com/ or search "Daily Dad Jokes" in your podcast app. Jokes sourced and curated from reddit.com/r/dadjokes. Joke credits: bruggemb, Joscarbuck, Halsenberg19239, incredibleinkpen, hpotter29, mwnobles, porichoygupto, klave7, Ok_Presence36, porichoygupto, Left-Distribution-13, ilikesidehugs, Englishmuphin21, colemacgrath2009, trainsareepic, washcapsfan37, Ok_Raspberry6840, dino0509, , Rlchv70, porichoygupto, PauloDybala_10, DoomRulz, notmikegiant, madazzahatter, porichoygupto, Keithninety, MikeGelato, cheezeturds, andersonfmly, Apart_Maintenance611, emu404, VZmatthews, dajuggernaut, incredibleinkpen, Upset_Stage_60, Realistic-Twist-3112, washcapsfan37 Subscribe to this podcast via: iHeartMedia Spotify iTunes Google Podcasts YouTube Channel Social media: Instagram Facebook Twitter TikTok Discord Interested in advertising or sponsoring our show? Contact us at mediasales@klassicstudios.com Produced by Klassic Studios using AutoGen Podcast technology (http://klassicstudios.com/autogen-podcasts/) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In Episode 39 DDSWTNP look at Parts 1 and 2 of Underworld and welcome back to the show Curt Gardner, creator of the most important DeLillo resource in cyberspace, Don DeLillo's America (https://perival.com/delillo/delillo.html). We talk with Curt about his indispensable site coming online thirty years ago, just as news of DeLillo's big novel was breaking, and at the episode's end we get Curt's thoughts on the emergent Internet of the mid-1990s as space for literary discussion and as this novel's climactic example of an underworld where everything may indeed be connected. The bulk of this discussion focuses on “Long Tall Sally,” “Manx Martin 1,” and “Elegy for Left Hand Alone” as they shift the narrative terrain from 1951 to the 1980s and 1990s, retrospect on the meanings of the Cold War and its end, and introduce Nick Shay as a figure of memory, marital strain, middle age, repressed violence, and compromised fatherhood. Topics in this episode include all the evocations of and key differences from past DeLillo in this novel, especially White Noise; the explorations of visual media, violence, and loserdom brought out by the portrait of the Texas Highway Killer; the distinct DeLillo view of the aging self and its fear of mortality that arises in Parts 1 and 2; and what he might be up to in his nuanced depictions of drugs, forms of self-protection, and Marvin Lundy's remarkable idea of “the dot theory of reality.” Curt shares with us many insights into the expectations and mysteries around this novel for keen DeLillo readers like him throughout the 1990s, while also helping us work through exactly how Parts 1 and 2 launch the novel's deeper investigations of creativity, time, mean New York streets, and public and private identities. It all adds up to a great continuation of the Summer of Underworld with DDSWTNP and someone who's spent more than three decades illuminating DeLillo for readers and scholars worldwide.      Texts mentioned and discussed in this episode: Curt Gardner, Don DeLillo's America: https://perival.com/delillo/delillo.html (for the Underworld entry page: https://perival.com/delillo/underworld.html)  Adam Begley, “Don DeLillo: The Art of Fiction CXXXV,” The Paris Review 128 (1993): 274-306.  Ralph Gardner, Jr. “Writing That Can Strengthen the Fraying Threads of Memory.” New York Times, January 30, 1997. https://www.nytimes.com/1997/01/30/garden/writing-that-can-strengthen-the-fraying-threads-of-memory.html Gerald Howard, “The American Strangeness: An Interview with Don DeLillo.” Hungry Mind Review, 1997. https://web.archive.org/web/19990129081431/www.bookwire.com/hmr/hmrinterviews.article$2563

This post contains affiliate links, which means I may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you.What if the boy secretly writing your story isn't just trying to help you grieve — he's trying to get into college with it?Debut author Gabriela Gonzales joins the show to talk about her YA rom-com How to Love You When You're Gone, a fake-friends-to-lovers story about grief, first love, and the messy business of growing up. We dig into writing Latine representation in genre fiction beyond trauma narratives, why romance's happy ending is actually the hardest thing to earn, and Gabriela's favorite grief-and-joy reads.

Welcome back, WIFs.This week, Lauren and Michelle take Cozy Conversations on the road for a very special live podcast recorded at Brewpoint Craft in Elmhurst, Illinois, surrounded by a room full of fellow book lovers, readers, and everyone who has ever confidently declared, "I swear I'll read more."Together with a live audience, the sisters dive into the simple joy of reading and why it's become so much harder to stay focused in a world filled with endless scrolling, notifications, and constant distractions. They explore what books have meant throughout different seasons of their lives, the stories that have stayed with them, and why making time to read can feel like one of the greatest acts of self-care.Along the way, Lauren and Michelle reminisce about childhood reading memories, favorite bookstores and libraries, beloved authors, and the excitement of finding a book you simply couldn't put down. They also chat about how reading invites us to slow down, sparks our imagination, and creates space for curiosity and empathy.The conversation is filled with laughter, thoughtful reflections, and plenty of relatable moments for anyone who's struggled to finish a book—or has a growing stack on their nightstand waiting for "the right time."Most of all, this episode is a reminder that reading isn't about keeping up with a yearly goal or checking another title off a list. It's about giving yourself permission to unplug, get comfortable, and enjoy the quiet magic that only a good book can bring.Press play, get cozy, and join Lauren and Michelle for this special live Cozy Conversation celebrating books, nostalgia, and the simple pleasure of turning the next page.Because sometimes the coziest place to be is between the covers of a really good book.Resources:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠A Cozy Night For Readers⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow Us!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Shop Our Seasonal Candles⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Check Out Our Website⁠

LiteraturPur #73: "Ich bin ein Überlebender", schreibt der Schriftsteller und Dramatiker Lukas Bärfuss. Was er damit meint, erfährt man in seinem neusten Buch "Königin der Nacht, ein kurzes Buch über meine Mutter". Es ist ein schonungsloses, ein gesellschaftskritisches, aber auch ein sehr persönliches und zärtliches Buch über die Mutter. Ich habe Luaks Bärfuss im Waldhaus in Sils Maria zu einem Gespräch getroffen. Er erzählte mir, weshalb ein rosa Bankzettel mit einem Kontostand von 60 Franken am Anfang des Buches steht. Wir sprachen über Herkunft, was sie mit uns macht und wie sie ein Leben lang an einem haften bleibt. Ich wollte auch wissen, wie man über eine Mutter schreibt, die nie getröstet, nie eine Wunde verbunden, keine Liebe gezeigt, ja den Sohn im Alter von 15 Jahren auf die Strasse gesetzt hat und abgehauen ist? Lukas Bärfuss meint dazu, dass er die Mutterliebe nie vermisst habe. Er kenne sie nicht. Aber die Armut, die habe er kennengelernt. Und er äussert sich zu seinem provokativen Satz im Buch: "Die Schweiz macht Jagd auf die Armen." Das Gespräch mit Lukas Bärfuss hat grossen Spass gemacht, das Publikum im Hotelsaal war begeistert von seiner Erzähllust und seinen Lesungen. Hört rein!Lukas Bärfuss, Königin der Nacht, ein kurzes Buch über meine Mutter, Rowohlt Verlag

In dieser Folge teilen wir mit euch die besten Buchtipps unseres virtuellen Hey Booklovers Buchclub-Abends. Unsere Teilnehmerinnen haben ihre liebsten Lesetipps mitgebracht – von Autorinnen wie Ann Patchett, Emily Henry und Kathryn Stockett bis zu spannenden neuen Krimis und Frauenromanen. Da ist für jede Leserin bestimmt etwas dabei. Alle Buchtitel und Autor:innen aus dieser Folge findet ihr in den Shownotes ⬇️ Viel Spaß beim Reinhören und schreibt uns, welches Buch als nächstes bei euch landet! Eure Tina & Kati

Do you still make a list of all the things you want to do before the summer’s end? We sure do! Today, we will share some of our favorite summer happenings around the state and we want to hear yours too! Connecticut Public pals Frankie Graziano and Francesca Fontanez join us to share their favorite summer spots. These Connecticut natives have all the best tips and secrets to making the most of your summer. GUESTS: Sheila Moeschen: author of "New England. Author of Book Lovers' New England: A guide to literary landmarks" Francesca Fontanez: Connecticut Public’s lead Social Media Editor Frankie Graziano: Host and producer of the Wheelhouse on Connecticut Public Support the show: http://wnpr.org/donateSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Author Kendra Langford Shaw makes the trip from Billings, Montana to talk with Spokesman-Review reporter Nick Gibson about her celebrated novel "The Pillagers' Guide to Arctic Pianos" at Northwest Passages on Wednesday evening at the historic Montvale Event Center.The Pillagers' Guide to Arctic Pianos is a highly imaginative debut novel by Kendra Langford Shaw. Set in an alternate Arctic, it follows the Spahr family as they hunt for centuries-old pianos lost in the freezing waters by early homesteaders—an unexpected industry that fuels a modern territorial gold rush

What happens when the life you carefully built begins to crack under the weight of a love you never truly left behind?Author Karen Gray joins Vigilantes Radio Live to discuss her emotionally charged novel, Illusion of Happiness. The story follows Elizabeth Ward, a woman whose peaceful life in Connecticut is disrupted when Michael Lessing—the brilliant, emotionally volatile man she once loved—returns to New York.Their unexpected reunion forces Elizabeth to confront unresolved passion, heartbreak, memory, and the possibility that the happiness she created may have been built partly on avoidance.Karen explores the novel's central themes, including self-deception, nostalgia, emotional survival, intimacy, and the difficult line between protecting your peace and hiding from the truth. She also discusses the psychological tension between safety and risk, why some relationships leave permanent emotional marks, and whether healing sometimes requires returning to the past—or finally letting it go.This conversation is for anyone who has ever questioned whether they missed a person, a feeling, or the version of themselves that existed inside a former love.https://www.amazon.com/Illusion-Happiness-Karen-Gray-ebook/dp/B0G633ZWBQ/refhttps://www.karengraybooks.com/Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/vigilantes-radio-live--2166168/support.Vigilantes Radio Live! by The Only One Media Group ℗©2025Episode Credits:Produced, edited, mixed, and written by Demetrius "Whodini Blak" Reynolds, Sr.Artwork designed by Demetrius "Whodini Blak" Reynolds, Sr.Show Introduction by KateSegment jingles composed & produced by Demetrius "Whodini Blak" Reynolds, Sr.Additional music licensed through 7th Sign RecordingsLinks:onlyonemediagroup.comhttps://www.instagram.com/vigilantesradio/https://www.iheart.com/podcast/966-vigilantes-radio-live-29999229/https://www.instagram.com/whodiniblakin3d/https://www.imdb.com/title/tt26009230/To support our show, please leave reviews, ratings, or you can help fuel the passion over at buymeacoffee.com/vigilantesradioEmail us at onlyonemgt@gmail.com or vradio@onlyonemediagroup.com

Dear book lovers, If you love books, this is the episode for you! Cheryl Akle has worked in the book industry for over 40 years in various roles. After having launched Better Reading in 2014 reaching over 1 million readers each month. Now Cheryl and her team and launching their own app - What Are You Reading? We chat about:

Don't have time for terrible ❤️ books? Kim and Aimee review, spoiler-free then spoiler-full, ‘Swept Away' by Beth O'Leary. Warning: this episode features strong opinions on fashion and first person present tense. (With reference to our reviews of Beth O'Leary's ‘Flat Share' , ‘No Show' and Emily Henry's ‘Book Lovers'.)Want to recommend a book? Send us a text!We LOVE it when our listeners ask us to read books! Please hit us with your suggestions via Instagram @trash.or.treasure.podcast, or email trashortreasurepodcast@outlook.com. 

Romance novels have become one of Canada's fastest-growing publishing genres, with print sales soaring, ebook readership growing, and dedicated romance bookstores opening across the country, raising questions about what's fueling the boom. Amy Lea, author of romantic comedies including "The Bodyguard Affair," joins Jeyan to discuss how shifting reader tastes have created new opportunities for Canadian voices in romance and why she now feels more confident setting stories closer to home. Then, Kaitlynd Carmichael of Indigo Canada and Kearston Bergeron, co-owner of Toronto's Hopeless Romantic Books, explore the factors behind romance's rapid rise and what its growing popularity reveals about today's readers.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this week's episode of The Learning Curve, co-hosts Prof. Albert Cheng of Ohio State University and Alisha Searcy of the Center for Strong Public Schools speak with Dr. Suzanne Marrs, Professor Emerita of English at Millsaps College and acclaimed biographer of Eudora Welty, about the life, works, and enduring legacy of one of America's greatest Southern writers. Prof. Marrs explores how Welty's upbringing in Jackson, Mississippi, her family's love of literature, and her mother's devotion to Charles Dickens helped shape her imagination and literary voice. She discusses Welty's travels throughout the South and her work as a Works Progress Administration photographer during the Great Depression, explaining how these experiences informed both her photography and fiction. She highlights celebrated short stories such as Death of a Traveling Salesman, A Worn Path, and Where Is the Voice Coming From?, as well as the Pulitzer Prize-winning The Optimist's Daughter, examining their themes of memory, race, family, resilience, and love. Prof. Marrs concludes by reflecting on Welty's National Historic site home in Jackson, Mississippi, and the timeless significance of her literary legacy in 21st-century America. She closes with a reading from Eudora Welty: A Biography.

On this special Comicast One Shot, Michael is joined by author Rose Garcia who is also attending The Book Dragon Festival happening this Saturday at POST Houston. Rose will be one of the many authors set to join the free Fantasy Market beginning at 12p. She's the author of the Havenwood Falls series, the Final Life series, the Fae Bloodlines series, and most recently she finished her Bloodlines Legacy series earlier this year with the release of book 3, A Legacy Forged. Rose stops by the podcast to discuss her love for fantasy, leaving her career as a lawyer to become an author, what her writing process is like, how she keeps track of her worlds when she's writing, her love for romantasy, why the romantasy genre is not going away, bringing in her culture/heritage in her work, her preferred writing environment, creating magic systems, why kickstarter is part of her release strategy now, and much more! To purchase any of Rose's work, head over to her website rosegarciabooks.com. Follow her on social media, @rosegarciabooks. The Book Dragon Festival - Saturday June 13th at POST Houston from 11a-5pJoin Michael, Rose, other authors, and fellow book lovers like you at the first ever Book Dragon Festival! Michael will be moderating the author panel at the event, featuring authors K.R. House, D.L. Jennings, J.J. Kang, and Abbey Fox discussing world building and magic systems! Doors open at 10:45a with the panel going from 11a-12p. Secure your tickets for the author panel today by heading over to Eventbrite, link below. The Book Dragon Festival Eventbrite link: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/the-book-dragon-festival-author-panel-tickets-1984510987786The Book Dragon Festival is a celebration of the love of fantasy, sci fi, and paranormal books. Following the author panel, the fantasy market opens at 12p. Over 30 authors will be in attendance signing and selling their books. Plus, there'll be live artist drawing, themed sketches on bookmarks, Independent fantasy bookstore vendors, blind date with a book, themed candles, bookish art/merch vendors, tasty treat vendors with special menus, coffee, boba, and more!Stay up to date on the festival's latest announcements by following The Book Dragon Fantasy Shop on Instagram, @thebookdragon_htx.Rate, review, like, and/or subscribe to Comicast on whatever podcast app you're using; Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Castbox, Goodpods, Podcast Addicts, or whatever your podcast app of choice is!  Feedback, questions, or topic ideas for the show? Email us at comicastpod@gmail.com 

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.

Writer and Humorist Sheila Moeschen join Anna and Raven to discuss her new literary road trip, her newest book release "Book Lovers' New England"! Moeschen talks all thing inspirations, experiences, and feelings!

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

Book lovers, road trippers, adventure seekers, this chat is definitely for you. Even if you are just looking for some day trip ideas this summer, you will love Book Lovers' New England: A Guide to Literary Landmarks by Sheila Moeschen. We spoke with Sheila about the book and who is featured in it.To purchase the book: https://www.simonandschuster.com/books/Book-Lovers-New-England/Sheila-Moeschen/9781493089437

Oxygen sustains almost every living thing on the planet and the air we breathe is meant to be invisible. But industrialization has changed that. In many cities around the world, the air is no longer clean. Polluted air affects our health, contributes to rising global temperatures, and harms ecosystems in ways we are only beginning to fully understand.In this week's episode, both of our storytellers share how polluted air shaped their lives and changed the way they see the world around them.Part 1: After witnessing toxic fumes pouring from a nearby factory, Virginia Kilgore decides to take action.Part 2: While working in Delhi, Sai Krishna Dammalapati is baffled by how unfazed people seem by the city's severe air pollution.Virginia Kilgore was born in Oak Cliff and raised in Duncanville, Texas. Much of her youth was spent outdoors building forts and playing in the woods. As a teenager she frequently commuted through a town near Dallas with large factories where she experienced air pollution and became aware of the wide spread associated human health and environmental impacts. This inspired Virginia's self-funded lobby for stronger environmental regulations in Texas. Virginia traveled as college exchange student to Germany and stayed in Europe for 2.5 years before returning to study further in Texas. Virginia is certified in Alphabiotics, a wholistic brain balancing technique. She also attended Texas A&M firefighting academy at Commerce and continued there as an EMT instructor after receiving a Texas firefighting and EMT certificate. She has worked and lectured nationally and internationally on environmental justice and health related issues. Currently, Virginia is the Executive Director of Water Is Alive Inc, a non-profit organization developing solutions for organic wastes through fermentation and teaching students of all ages how to make biostimulants from agricultural wastes to improve soil and water quality. Virginia is fluent in Dutch, Spanish & English.Sai Krishna Dammalapati is a civic-technologist and storyteller who explores the world through science and stories. He builds open data tools in areas such as air pollution, disaster management, and legal research. He writes and enacts stories and screenplays that aim to make readers kind, confident, and knowledgeable. Outside of work, he enjoys reading. His current read is Book Lovers by Emily Henry.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Fluent Fiction - Serbian: Mystery at the Dorm: An Easter Library Drama Unveiled Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/sr/episode/2026-04-20-07-38-20-sr Story Transcript:Sr: Мирис процветалих вртова испуњавао је ваздух, док је ветар нежно миловао лишће.En: The scent of blooming gardens filled the air as the wind gently caressed the leaves.Sr: Стари студентски дом у Београду, недалеко од обала реке Дунав, био је оаза живота.En: The old student dormitory in Belgrade, not far from the banks of the Danube River, was an oasis of life.Sr: Библиотека у заједничкој соби, иако мала и загушена, била је душа дома.En: The library in the common room, although small and stuffy, was the soul of the dorm.Sr: Милош је био озбиљан студент књижевности.En: Miloš was a serious literature student.Sr: У припремама за своју тезу, био му је потребан ретки примерак књиге "Анатомија меланхолије".En: In preparing his thesis, he needed a rare copy of the book "Anatomy of Melancholy."Sr: Али на његово запрепашћење, књига је нестала управо пред Ускрс.En: But to his astonishment, the book disappeared right before Easter.Sr: У дому, скоро празном због распуста, остало је само неколико студената.En: In the dorm, almost empty due to the holiday break, only a few students remained.Sr: Јасмина, увек насмејана, припремала је ускршњу забаву, док је Драган тихо пролазио ходником носећи ситнице у свом ранцу.En: Jasmina, always smiling, was preparing the Easter party, while Dragan quietly walked down the hallway carrying odds and ends in his backpack.Sr: Милошу је та драма била најважнија.En: For Miloš, this drama was of utmost importance.Sr: Књига је морала бити пронађена.En: The book had to be found.Sr: Док је прелиставао спискове књига и детаље књижевности, добио је идеју.En: As he browsed through lists of books and literary details, he got an idea.Sr: Позвао је Јасмину на разговор.En: He called Jasmina for a conversation.Sr: „Могу ли да те замолим за једну услугу?“ упитао је.En: "Can I ask you for a favor?" he asked.Sr: Јасмина, увек спремна да помогне, пристала је да пита друге студенте за било какве информације.En: Jasmina, always ready to help, agreed to ask other students for any information.Sr: Истовремено, обратили су се и Драгану.En: At the same time, they approached Dragan.Sr: Његова страст за стари предмети чинила га је природном сумњом.En: His passion for old objects made him a natural suspect.Sr: „Ништа нисам видео ни чуо,“ рекао је.En: "I haven't seen or heard anything," he said.Sr: Милошу су његове речи деловале искрено, али нешто га је због Драгановог понашања и даље мучило.En: To Miloš, his words seemed sincere, but something about Dragan's behavior still bothered him.Sr: Јасмина је чула једну занимљиву ствар.En: Jasmina heard something interesting.Sr: Код ускршње декорације нашла је карточте.En: Among the Easter decorations, she found small cards.Sr: Карта је изгледала старо и необично.En: The card looked old and unusual.Sr: Пажљивијим разгледањем, уочила је оштар комад папира који је изгледао као дуго негде чуван.En: Upon closer inspection, she noticed a sharp piece of paper that seemed to have been kept somewhere for a long time.Sr: Умјесто декорације, то је била страница из нестале књиге!En: Instead of a decoration, it was a page from the missing book!Sr: Милош је био запрепашћен.En: Miloš was astounded.Sr: Брзо је уклопио страницу назад у књигу.En: He quickly inserted the page back into the book.Sr: Нико није био крив; радила је то невина грешка која је дошла услед непажње.En: No one was at fault; it was an innocent mistake that occurred due to carelessness.Sr: Кроз ово искуство, схватио је да се мора више фокусирати на дељење и заједницу, а не само на своје личне академске потребе.En: Through this experience, he realized he needed to focus more on sharing and community, not just his personal academic needs.Sr: На крају, захваљујући овом догађају, започет је нови пројекат у дому - боље управљање библиотеком и организовање редовних активности, које је Јасмина покренула са великом радошћу.En: In the end, thanks to this event, a new project was initiated in the dorm - better library management and the organization of regular activities, which Jasmina began with great joy.Sr: А Милош је, уз нову спознају о моћи сарадње, постао отворенији за људе око себе.En: And Miloš, with his newfound understanding of the power of collaboration, became more open to the people around him.Sr: Ускоро, његов мали свет угодне библиотеке био је такође место где су пријатељства цветала заједно с пролећем.En: Soon, his small world of the cozy library was also a place where friendships bloomed along with the spring. Vocabulary Words:scent: мирисblooming: процветалихcaressed: миловаоoasis: оазаliterature: књижевностиastonishment: запрепашћењеdisappeared: несталаthesis: тезуdetails: детаљеfavor: услугуconversation: разговорpassion: страстsuspect: сумњомbehavior: понашањаinspection: разгледањемsharp: оштарinnocent: невинаcarelessness: непажњеfocus: фокусиратиcommunity: заједницуproject: пројекатmanagement: управљањеcollaboration: сарадњеfriendships: пријатељстваbloomed: цветалаwind: ветарbanks: обалаstuffy: загушенаtightly: тесноdecorations: декорације

The Colorado Court of Appeals ruled that Tina Peters was improperly sentenced in 2024 and should receive a new sentencing hearing. The former Mesa County clerk, serving a prison sentence in Pueblo for facilitating unauthorized access to Mesa County's voting equipment to try and prove voter fraud occurred in the 2020 election, had challenged the ruling from Judge Matthew Barret. Then, Denverite looks at the impact a major restructuring is having on how the RiNo arts district is run. Also, a new library project in Adams County connects book lovers...with nature. And, with Artemis II rocketing towards the moon, we revisit a conversation with the first Native American to fly into space. 

Tara chats with Canadian author, blogger, and podcaster Kerry Clare to discuss her latest novel, Definitely Thriving, which is available March 17, 2026 from House of Anansi Press: https://houseofanansi.com/products/definitely-thriving?srsltid=AfmBOopZcn9yxB5pt-vRIlt94svRdfoXKN-f9wWfX41Q0InAKyLHhN4S "After accidentally-on-purpose exploding her listless marriage by being discovered in bed with the next-door neighbours, Clemence Lathbury returns to her hometown resolved to build a life for herself that is good and substantial, to become the kind of sensible woman who won't be distracted by frippery and romance. It's supposed to be Eat, Pray, Love, without the love part. But no woman is an island, and soon Clemence finds herself embroiled in neighbourhood drama; beginning a crusade at the local bookshop; becoming adopted by a well-groomed, one-eyed cat; and being forced to admit her attraction to two very different men—each a romantic lead in his own right. But how to choose? And never mind the complications of her quirky family … A novel about friendship, community, and church jumble sales, Definitely Thriving is a celebration of people who are perfectly imperfect, and all the love and support that's required for one woman to make it on her own." Authors, Book, and Bookstores recommended: Barbara Pym Laurie Colwin Standard Deviation; Early Morning Riser; Single, Carefree, Mellow; Games and Rituals by Katherine Heiny Penelope Lively Penelope Fitzgerald Women Among Monuments: Solitude, Permission, and the Pursuit of Female Genius by Kasia Van Schaik Olivia Laing https://whitewhalebookstore.com/ https://citybookspgh.com/ Why We Read: On Bookworms, Libraries, and Just One More Page Before Lights Out -- A Hilarious Guide for Book Lovers and Lifelong Readers by Shannon Reed Bookspo Podcast wherever you get your podcasts: https://kerryreads.substack.com/p/season-4-episode-8-shani-mootoo https://www.instagram.com/kerryreads/ https://picklemethis.com/aboutme/ https://kerryreads.substack.com/    

Fluent Fiction - Korean: Unveiling Seoul's Secret Library Retreat Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/ko/episode/2026-03-06-08-38-20-ko Story Transcript:Ko: 서울의 바람은 살랑살랑 불고, 그 바람은 서울 도서관 창문 사이로 들어왔다.En: The wind in Seoul blew gently, and it breezed through the windows of the Seoul library.Ko: 상민과 지현은 도서관 문 앞에서 발걸음을 멈추었다.En: Sangmin and Jihyun stopped at the entrance of the library.Ko: 상민은 무거운 가방을 어깨에 메고, 깊은 한숨을 내쉬었다.En: Sangmin carried a heavy bag on his shoulder and exhaled a deep sigh.Ko: "여기 조용한 곳 찾기 참 힘드네..." 상민이 중얼거렸다.En: "It's really hard to find a quiet place here..." Sangmin muttered.Ko: "그래도 이 도서관, 한 번은 와보고 싶었어," 지현이 상냥하게 말했다. "우리 비밀 장소가 있다고 들었잖아?"En: "Still, I've always wanted to check out this library," Jihyun said kindly. "I heard there's a secret spot here?"Ko: 상민과 지현은 학교 시험을 준비해야 했다.En: Sangmin and Jihyun had to prepare for their school exams.Ko: 도서관 안은 북적거렸고, 조용한 곳이 없었다.En: Inside the library, it was crowded, and there was no quiet place.Ko: 그러다 상민의 눈이 빛났다.En: Then Sangmin's eyes lit up.Ko: "지하실에 비밀 벙커가 있다는 소문이 있었지?"En: "Wasn't there a rumor about a secret bunker in the basement?"Ko: 지현은 머뭇거렸다. "귀신 이야기는 들었어. 좀 무섭지만..."En: Jihyun hesitated. "I've heard ghost stories. I'm a bit scared, but..."Ko: 상민은 결심이 섰다. "그래도 시도해 봐야 해. 여긴 너무 시끄러워."En: Sangmin made up his mind. "We still have to try. It's too noisy here."Ko: 둘은 도서관 직원에게 물어보지 않고, 비밀 벙커를 찾기로 했다.En: Without asking the library staff, they decided to look for the secret bunker.Ko: 계단을 내려가자, 무거운 나무문이 그들 앞에 있었다.En: As they went down the stairs, a heavy wooden door stood before them.Ko: 문은 삐걱거리며 열렸다.En: The door creaked open.Ko: 그 안은 어둡고 먼지가 쌓인 오래된 책들로 가득했다.En: Inside, it was dark and filled with dusty old books.Ko: 퀴퀴한 냄새가 났다.En: A musty smell lingered.Ko: "무섭다..." 지현은 조심스럽게 속삭였다.En: "I'm scared..." Jihyun whispered cautiously.Ko: "괜찮아, 여긴 귀신 없을 거야," 상민이 말했다.En: "It's okay, there won't be any ghosts here," Sangmin reassured.Ko: 그들은 테이블에 앉았다.En: They sat down at a table.Ko: 날카로운 바람 소리가 현관에서 들려왔지만, 금방 조용해졌다.En: A sharp wind sound came from the entrance, but it soon became quiet.Ko: 벙커는 오히려 따뜻하고 안락했다.En: The bunker was surprisingly warm and cozy.Ko: 작은 창문을 통해 봄 햇살이 비치며 바닥에 무늬를 그렸다.En: Spring sunlight streamed through a small window, creating patterns on the floor.Ko: 상민은 수학 책을 펼치고 집중하기 시작했다.En: Sangmin opened a math book and started to focus.Ko: 그는 "이게 바로 필요했던 평화야," 라고 속으로 생각했다.En: He thought to himself, "This is just the peace I needed."Ko: 지현은 그의 모습을 보며 조용히 자신의 책을 꺼냈다.En: Jihyun, watching him, quietly took out her own book.Ko: 시간이 지날수록, 두 사람은 벙커를 돌아다니며 옛날 자료들을 발견했다.En: As time passed, the two of them wandered around the bunker, discovering old materials.Ko: 그 자료들은 오래된 수학 기법을 소개하고 있었다.En: These materials introduced ancient mathematical techniques.Ko: 상민은 자상한 목소리로 "이렇게 보는 거야," 지현이 기뻐하며 새로 알게 된 것을 따라 했다.En: In a gentle voice, Sangmin said, "This is how you see it," and Jihyun happily followed the new insights.Ko: 갑자기 두 사람은 빙긋이 미소를 지었다.En: Suddenly, they both burst into a smile.Ko: "벙커 덕분에 이 어려운 문제들이 쉽게 느껴져," 상민이 말하며, 자신감을 찾았다.En: "Thanks to the bunker, these difficult problems seem easy," Sangmin said, finding his confidence.Ko: 벙커에서 떠날 시간이 되자, 두 사람은 홀가분한 마음으로 올라갔다.En: When it was time to leave the bunker, they went upstairs with a light heart.Ko: 그들은 도서관 문을 나서며 서로를 바라보고 웃었다.En: As they stepped out of the library, they looked at each other and laughed.Ko: "우리 이번 시험 잘 볼 수 있을 거야," 지현이 상민에게 말했다.En: "We'll do well on this exam," Jihyun said to Sangmin.Ko: "응, 네 덕분에," 상민은 고마운 마음을 전했다.En: "Yes, thanks to you," Sangmin expressed his gratitude.Ko: 둘은 벙커에서의 경험으로 더 가까워지고 자신감을 얻었다.En: Through their experience in the bunker, they became closer and gained confidence.Ko: 그들은 자신들의 길을 확신하며 다시 바람이 부는 거리를 걸어갔다.En: Assured of their path, they walked again through the windy streets. Vocabulary Words:breeze: 살랑살랑exhaled: 내쉬었다muttered: 중얼거렸다kindly: 상냥하게rumor: 소문bunker: 벙커hesitated: 머뭇거렸다reassured: 말했다creaked: 삐걱거리며whispered: 속삭였다musty: 퀴퀴한cozy: 안락했다lingered: 났다pattern: 무늬focus: 집중wandered: 돌아다니며ancient: 오래된techniques: 기법insights: 알게 된 것을burst: 빙긋이confidence: 자신감assured: 확신emerged: 나서며exam: 시험entrance: 현관glanced: 바라보고gratitude: 고마운 마음discovering: 발견했다materials: 자료introduction: 소개하고 있었다

Becky, Holly, Jakob, and Austin talk about books of the 2020s, trends in reading and publishing, our hopes for the future, and a couple of predictions for the next big thing. This reading data: https://www.arts.gov/stories/blog/2024/federal-data-reading-pleasure-all-signs-show-slump Books mentioned include: Spillover by David Quammen, The Great Influenza by John M. Barry, The Plague by Albert Camus, The Decameron by Giovanni Boccaccio, Love in the Time of Cholera by Gabriel Garcia Marquez,  These Precious Days and Tom Lake by Ann Patchett, The Vulnerables by Sigrid Nunez, The Sentence by Louise Erdrich, There is a Door in This Darkness by Kristin Cash ore, All Fours by Miranda July, Book Lovers by Emily Henry, Caste by Isabel Wilkerson, What Were We Thinking by Carlos Lozada, Surviving Autocracy by Masha Gessen, Just Us by Claudia Rankine, The Trees by Percival Everett, Agatha of Little Neon by Claire Luchette, Intimacies and A Separation by Katie Kitamura, Empire of Pain by Patrick Radden Keefe, Ducks by Kate Beaton, The Rabbit Hutch by Tess Gunty, The Ministry for the Future by Kim Stanley Robinson, Demon Copperhead by Barbara Kingsolver, The Most by Jessica Anthony, The God of the Woods by Liz Moore, Autocracy Inc by Anne Applebaum, Eastbound by Maylis de Kerangal, Doppleganger by Naomi Klein, Detransition, Baby by Torry Peters, Woodworking by Emily St. James, Disappoint Me by Nicola Dinan, Diary of a Misfit by Casey Parks, Jesus Wept by Philip Shenon, Romney by McKay Coppins, Motherland by Julia Ioffe, The Gales of November by John U. Bacon, Murderland by Caroline Fraser, King of Kings by Scott Anderson, All the Way to the River by Elizabeth Gilberty, Challenger by Adam Higginbotham, More Everything Forever by Adam Becker, Red White and Whole by Rajani LaRocca, The Midnight Children by Dan Gemeinhart, The Invisible Life of Addie LaRue by V.E. Schwab, Wanderhome by Jay Dragon, Tomorrow and Tomorrow and Tomorrow by Gabrielle Zevin, Fourth Wing by Rebecca Yarros, The House in the Cerulean sea by TJ Klune, Remarkably Bright Creatures by Shelby Van Pelt, The Women by Kristin Hannah, Dog Man series by Dav Pilkey,  The Let Them Theory by Mel Robbins, Alchemised by SenLinYu, Convent Wisdom by Ana Garriga and Carment Urbita, The Familiar by Leigh Bardugo, We Are Water Protectors by Carole Lindstrom, Berry Song by Michaela Goade, Legendary Frybread Drive-In edited by Cynthia Leitich Smith, Firekeeper's Daughter by Angeline Boulley, The Tragedy of True Crime by John J. Lennon, The Friday Afternoon Club by Griffin Dunne,  We Tell Ourselves Stories by Alissa Wilkinson, Didion and Babitz by Lili Anolik, Enshittification by Cory Doctorow, The Correspondent by Virginia Evans, Back After This by Linda Holmes, The Caretaker by Ron Rash And authors Patricia Lockwood,  Claire Keegan, Rachel Kushner, Timothy Snyder, Helen Garner, Casey Plett, Mr Beast/James Patterson, Stephen Graham Jones, Silvia Moreno Garcia, and more!

This week we dedicate our show to a documentary that we think is important.  We have promised our listeners to keep the podcast non-political (no shouting talking heads, no books with a political agenda).  But there are some issues that are vitally important that we also believe are non-political.  Book banning is first and foremost among these.  Next week on February 9th, The Librarians documentary starts streaming on PBS stations across the country as part of their beloved Independent Lens series.  Join us as we talk to two brave and brilliant librarians fighting book bans with all their might.  We also talk to Kim A. Snyder, the director of the film about why the stories presented in this documentary are so important.  Book banning is wrong.  And we are talking about it this week. Find books mentioned on The Book Case: ⁠https://www.goodmorningamerica.com/shop/story/book-case-podcast-reading-list-118433302 Books mentioned on this week's episode: The Library at Night by Alberto MaguelThe Poisonwood Bible, Barbara Kingsolver Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

When my reading habit falls apart, I don't try to brute-force it back into existence. I take a slower, kinder approach—and it works. In this episode, I explain why life disrupts reading, the two reader mindsets I see most often, and the exact process I use to start reading again without pressure. This is a practical guide for thoughtful readers who want depth, not guilt.Send Me a Text Message with Your Questions

Fluent Fiction - Spanish: Mystery Unveiled: Isabel's Secret Passageway Discovery Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/es/episode/2026-02-02-08-38-20-es Story Transcript:Es: El eco de los pasos de los estudiantes resonaba suavemente en el suelo de mármol de la biblioteca universitaria.En: The echo of the students' footsteps softly resonated on the marble floor of the university library.Es: Isabel, una estudiante dedicada de historia, adoraba trabajar allí.En: Isabel, a dedicated history student, loved working there.Es: Entre las altas estanterías y las suaves luces invernales que entraban por los ventanales arqueados, encontraba un refugio para su mente siempre curiosa.En: Among the high bookshelves and the soft winter lights coming through the arched windows, she found a refuge for her ever-curious mind.Es: Era un frío día de invierno, después de las festividades.En: It was a cold winter day, after the festivities.Es: El aire tenía ese olor fresco característico y las bufandas y abrigos abultaban los suéteres de los estudiantes.En: The air had that fresh characteristic smell, and scarves and coats made the students' sweaters bulkier.Es: Pero hoy, Isabel tenía una misión: un raro libro había desaparecido de la colección especial de la biblioteca.En: But today, Isabel had a mission: a rare book had disappeared from the library's special collection.Es: La biblioteca había restringido el acceso, y el director estaba preocupado.En: The library had restricted access, and the director was worried.Es: Isabel sabía que necesitaba ayuda, así que buscó a su amigo Mateo.En: Isabel knew she needed help, so she sought out her friend Mateo.Es: Él estudiaba literatura y tenía una habilidad especial para resolver rompecabezas.En: He studied literature and had a special knack for solving puzzles.Es: "Necesito tu ayuda", dijo Isabel mientras estudiaban en una de las acogedoras esquinas de lectura.En: "I need your help," said Isabel as they studied in one of the cozy reading corners.Es: Mateo sonrió, intrigado.En: Mateo smiled, intrigued.Es: "Por supuesto, ¿qué sucede?"En: "Of course, what's going on?"Es: Isabel le explicó el misterio del libro desaparecido.En: Isabel explained the mystery of the missing book.Es: Juntos, decidieron entrevistar discretamente a otros empleados de la biblioteca y algunos estudiantes que solían visitar la colección especial.En: Together, they decided to discreetly interview other library staff and some students who used to visit the special collection.Es: Empezaron con el señor Esteban, un bibliotecario veterano que trabajaba allí desde hacía décadas.En: They started with Mr. Esteban, a veteran librarian who had worked there for decades.Es: "No he visto nada extraño, solo un poco de polvo en la esquina de la sala especial", comentó.En: "I haven't seen anything strange, just a bit of dust in the corner of the special room," he commented.Es: Pero Isabel lo vio con ojos distintos, ¿polvo en un lugar cerrado?En: But Isabel saw him differently, dust in a closed place?Es: Con esa pista, Isabel y Mateo decidieron explorar más a fondo.En: With that clue, Isabel and Mateo decided to explore further.Es: Una tarde, al cerrar la biblioteca, encontraron una puerta oculta detrás de una estantería en la sala especial.En: One afternoon, as the library closed, they found a hidden door behind a bookshelf in the special room.Es: Con el corazón latiendo rápido de emoción, entraron.En: With hearts beating fast with excitement, they entered.Es: La puerta conducía a un pasadizo secreto, uno que había caído en el olvido.En: The door led to a secret passageway, one that had been forgotten.Es: Al final del pasadizo, encontraron una pequeña habitación.En: At the end of the passageway, they found a small room.Es: En una mesa polvorienta, estaba el libro perdido.En: On a dusty table, was the lost book.Es: Pero también había notas y pistas sobre una antigua sociedad que alguna vez se reunió en la universidad.En: But there were also notes and clues about an ancient society that once met at the university.Es: Isabel sabía que debía devolver el libro.En: Isabel knew she had to return the book.Es: Pero también sabía que algunas historias merecían mantenerse en secreto para preservar su magia.En: But she also knew that some stories deserved to be kept secret to preserve their magic.Es: La mañana siguiente, entregó el libro al director sin mencionar el pasadizo.En: The next morning, she handed the book to the director without mentioning the passageway.Es: "Lo encontré en uno de los salones cerrados", explicó, sonriendo con complicidad hacia Mateo.En: "I found it in one of the closed rooms," she explained, smiling conspiratorially at Mateo.Es: El director suspiró aliviado y agradeció a Isabel por su responsabilidad.En: The director sighed in relief and thanked Isabel for her responsibility.Es: Isabel no solo recuperó el libro, sino que también fortaleció su confianza.En: Isabel not only recovered the book, but also strengthened her confidence.Es: Su amistad con Mateo se hizo aún más fuerte.En: Her friendship with Mateo became even stronger.Es: Había una magia en cada esquina de la vieja biblioteca, y ahora sabían que esa magia esperaría a ser descubierta de nuevo.En: There was magic in every corner of the old library, and now they knew that magic would wait to be discovered again. Vocabulary Words:echo: el ecofootsteps: los pasosmarble: el mármoldedicated: dedicadabookshelves: las estanteríasarched: arqueadosrefuge: el refugioscarves: las bufandasbulkier: abultabanmission: la misiónrare: rarodisappeared: desaparecidospecial collection: la colección especialrestricted: restringidoknack: la habilidadpuzzles: los rompecabezascozy: acogedorasintrigued: intrigadoveteran: veteranodust: el polvoclue: la pistabookshelf: la estanteríadusty: polvorientapassageway: el pasadizoforgotten: olvidadonotes: las notassociety: la sociedadmagic: la magiasecret: secretoconfidence: la confianza

Amy and Kat check in with two of their feelings (disgusted and eager) before diving into a surprisingly effective (and slightly unsettling) skincare hack involving dandruff shampoo on your face. They unpack the difference between what’s actually toxic and what’s just uncomfortable: someone disagreeing with you, being asked to compromise, feeling guilty after you hurt someone, hearing disappointment, and the kind of conflict that can actually lead to growth (from @therapyforwomen). Then Amy shares an analogy from Dr. Matt Townsend about highly sensitive people and she’s decided that Kat is a low-end-Porsche. Plus: a legit game-changer for protein balls (thank you, One Degree), and book talk (Amy’s reading Book Lovers by Emily Henry). Get some Feeling Things merch by clicking HERE! (FeelingThingsPodcast.com) Sign up for the Feeling Things newsletter HERE! Watch us on Youtube HERE! Call and leave a voicemail: 877-207-2077 Email: heythere@feelingthingspodcast.com HOSTS: Amy Brown // RadioAmy.com // @RadioAmy Kat Van Buren // threecordstherapy.com // @KatVanburenSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Welcome to another gripping episode of Women Petpreneurs! In this special book club edition, Mary Oquendo, Sacheen Mobley, and  Denise Heroux dive deep into stories of survival, darkness, and the mysteries surrounding some of history's most notorious criminals. This time, our hosts take on true crime with a twist—choosing books that focus on infamous serial killers, with each selection offering a new perspective. Mary Oquendo discusses "The Son of Sam and Me," a firsthand account from a survivor of the Son of Sam killings, shedding light on the harrowing events and challenging the notion that David Berkowitz acted alone. Sacheen brings us the chilling tale of Madame LaLaurie, the infamous New Orleans socialite and serial killer, exploring both historical fact and the folklore that lingers in the French Quarter. Meanwhile, Denise Heroux shares "Hope: A Memoir of Survival in Cleveland," the courageous story of Amanda Berry and Gina DeJesus, two women held captive for a decade, surviving unthinkable abuse and eventually reclaiming their freedom. Together, the trio explores themes of obsession, cruelty, resilience, and justice—reflecting on how these stories of survival connect us, and why, as women business owners and pet lovers, these tales both haunt and inspire. Whether you're a fan of true crime or just looking for heartfelt, honest conversation, this episode is sure to keep you listening. So grab your favorite beverage, settle in, and join us for a discussion that's as thought-provoking as it is intense.

Send us a textHannah and Laura are friends from college who are traveling around the world every summer to discover new places to write about for their travel blog. They're also falling in love. Yep! This episode is about the movie, People We Meet on Vacation, based on Emily Henry's wonderful rom-com book. Hannah and Laura discuss the casting, if this adaptation "worked" for them, and whether or not they believe that Poppy would become tired with her travel-blog writing job.**This episode contains SPOILERS for People We Meet on Vacation. **Media Mentions:People We Meet on Vacation---NetflixPeople We Meet on Vacation by Emily HenryBeach Read by Emily HenryHappy Place by Emily HenryFunny Story by Emily HenryBook Lovers by Emily HenryGreat Big Beautiful Life by Emily HenryAlison Cochrun's worksTalia Hibbert's worksSupport the showBe sure to follow OWWR Pod!www.owwrpod.com Twitter (updates only): @OwwrPodBlueSky: @OwwrPodTikTok: @OwwrPodInstagram: @owwrpodThreads: @OwwrPodHive: @owwrpodSend us an email at: owwrpod@gmail.comCheck out OWWR Patreon: patreon.com/owwrpodOr join OWWR Discord! We'd love to chat with you!You can follow Hannah at:Instagram: @brews.and.booksThreads: @brews.and.booksTikTok: @brews.and.booksYou can follow Laura at:Instagram: @goodbooksgreatgoatsBlueSky: @myyypod

Fluent Fiction - French: From Pages to Friendship: A Parisian High School Tale Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/fr/episode/2026-01-20-08-38-19-fr Story Transcript:Fr: Le lycée public de Paris était animé en ce matin d'hiver.En: The public high school in Paris was lively on this winter morning.Fr: Les élèves, emmitouflés dans leurs manteaux, se hâtaient à l'intérieur du bâtiment aux vieilles pierres.En: The students, bundled up in their coats, hurried inside the old stone building.Fr: Amélie, discrète et réservée, se dirigea vers sa classe de littérature.En: Amélie, quiet and reserved, headed towards her literature class.Fr: Elle aimait cet endroit où elle pouvait rêver de ses histoires préférées.En: She loved this place where she could dream about her favorite stories.Fr: Étienne, lui, aimait bien plus le terrain de basket que les pages d'un livre, mais aujourd'hui, il avait un projet à réaliser en français.En: Étienne, on the other hand, much preferred the basketball court to the pages of a book, but today, he had a project to do in French.Fr: "On va travailler ensemble," annonça la professeure de littérature, souriante.En: "We're going to work together," announced the literature teacher, smiling.Fr: Amélie et Étienne furent désignés pour travailler ensemble sur une œuvre classique.En: Amélie and Étienne were assigned to work together on a classic work.Fr: Amélie se crispa.En: Amélie tensed up.Fr: Étienne comprit qu'il devrait faire un effort.En: Étienne understood that he would have to make an effort.Fr: Dans la salle de classe, Amélie hésita à parler de ses idées pour le projet.En: In the classroom, Amélie hesitated to talk about her ideas for the project.Fr: Étienne, lui, feuilletait le livre sans grand intérêt.En: Étienne, meanwhile, flipped through the book with little interest.Fr: Leurs premières rencontres furent silencieuses et lentes.En: Their first meetings were silent and slow.Fr: Étienne ne cachait pas son ennui, ce qui vexait Amélie.En: Étienne did not hide his boredom, which vexed Amélie.Fr: Mais un après-midi, au café du coin enveloppé de chaleur et de doux arômes de café, Amélie osa.En: But one afternoon, at the cozy café enveloped in warmth and sweet aromas of coffee, Amélie dared.Fr: Elle partagea quelques idées novatrices sur le livre.En: She shared some innovative ideas about the book.Fr: Ses yeux pétillaient de passion.En: Her eyes sparkled with passion.Fr: Étienne, surprit par tant de passion, décida de prendre le livre au sérieux.En: Étienne, surprised by such passion, decided to take the book seriously.Fr: Il passait ses soirées à lire, essayant de comprendre.En: He spent his evenings reading, trying to understand.Fr: Lors d'une dernière session au café, un déclic se produisit.En: During a final session at the café, a breakthrough occurred.Fr: Étienne se mit à parler d'un thème qui, à sa surprise, lui tenait à cœur.En: Étienne began talking about a theme that, to his surprise, was close to his heart.Fr: La notion de liberté, si présente dans le livre, lui rappelait sa propre vie.En: The notion of freedom, so present in the book, reminded him of his own life.Fr: Il parla avec ardeur des attentes de ses parents, des pressions ressenties, et du besoin de liberté.En: He spoke fervently about his parents' expectations, the pressures he felt, and the need for freedom.Fr: Amélie écoutait, émue.En: Amélie listened, moved.Fr: Étienne s'engageait enfin dans le projet.En: Étienne was finally committing to the project.Fr: Le jour de la présentation, leur professeur les félicita.En: On the day of the presentation, their teacher congratulated them.Fr: Leurs idées et leur complicité surprirent toute la classe.En: Their ideas and their rapport surprised the whole class.Fr: En sortant, Étienne proposa de continuer à se retrouver au café.En: As they left, Étienne suggested continuing to meet at the café.Fr: Amélie accepta avec un sourire timide mais heureux.En: Amélie accepted with a shy but happy smile.Fr: Ainsi, à travers ce projet, Amélie gagna confiance en elle-même.En: Thus, through this project, Amélie gained confidence in herself.Fr: Étienne, quant à lui, découvrit une nouvelle facette de la littérature, et plus encore, une amie précieuse.En: Étienne, for his part, discovered a new aspect of literature, and more importantly, a precious friend.Fr: Leur amitié, née parmi les livres et le bruit du café, promettait de belles histoires à venir.En: Their friendship, born among books and the noise of the café, promised beautiful stories to come. Vocabulary Words:the high school: le lycéelively: animéwinter: hiverthe student: l'élèvebundled up: emmitouflécoat: le manteauold: vieuxthe stone: la pierrequiet: discretreserved: réservéto dream: rêveron the other hand: quant à luithe class: la classeto tense up: se crisperto head towards: se diriger versthe effort: l'efforthesitate: hésitermeanwhile: pendant ce tempsto flip through: feuilleterthe meeting: la rencontreboredom: l'ennuito vex: vexerthe café: le caféaroma: l'arômeinnovative: novateurthe breakthrough: le déclicthe theme: le thèmefervently: avec ardeurto commit: s'engagerrapport: la complicité

Fluent Fiction - Spanish: Finding Hope and Calm in an Unassuming Book's Embrace Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/es/episode/2026-01-02-23-34-02-es Story Transcript:Es: En el tranquilo rincón del pabellón psiquiátrico, el verano se deslizaba suavemente a través de las ventanas abiertas.En: In the quiet corner of the psychiatric ward, the summer gently slipped through the open windows.Es: Las paredes de la sala común eran de un azul suave y las lámparas ofrecían una luz acogedora.En: The walls of the common room were a soft blue, and the lamps offered a welcoming light.Es: Mateo estaba sentado solo, observando el pequeño estante de libros en la esquina.En: Mateo was sitting alone, observing the small bookshelf in the corner.Es: Le encantaba leer.En: He loved to read.Es: Los libros eran su refugio, su escape del mundo real.En: Books were his refuge, his escape from the real world.Es: Sin embargo, ese día, Mateo se sentía inquieto.En: However, that day, Mateo felt restless.Es: Había leído casi todos los libros de la biblioteca del pabellón, pero necesitaba encontrar uno nuevo.En: He had read almost all the books in the ward's library, but he needed to find a new one.Es: Algo que hablara directamente a su alma.En: Something that spoke directly to his soul.Es: Se levantó y caminó hacia el estante.En: He stood up and walked towards the shelf.Es: Los libros estaban bien ordenados, algunos eran antiguos y con páginas amarillentas, otros nuevos, con portadas brillantes.En: The books were well organized, some were old with yellowed pages, others new, with shiny covers.Es: Mateo los miraba con cuidado, pasando la mano por las cubiertas, esperando que alguno susurrara su nombre.En: Mateo looked at them carefully, running his hand over the covers, hoping one would whisper his name.Es: El problema era que tenía tantas ideas en su cabeza.En: The problem was that he had so many ideas in his head.Es: El ruido de sus pensamientos a menudo le impedía concentrarse en una sola elección.En: The noise of his thoughts often prevented him from concentrating on a single choice.Es: ¿Qué quería leer esta vez?En: What did he want to read this time?Es: Tal vez algo sobre aventuras, o quizás una novela tranquila que le diera paz.En: Perhaps something about adventures, or maybe a quiet novel that would give him peace.Es: Con un suspiro, decidió dejar de pensar demasiado.En: With a sigh, he decided to stop overthinking.Es: Cerró los ojos y extendió su mano, sintiendo el lomo de cada libro.En: He closed his eyes and extended his hand, feeling the spine of each book.Es: Al abrir los ojos, estaba frente a un libro que nunca había notado antes.En: When he opened his eyes, he was in front of a book he had never noticed before.Es: La portada era sencilla, sin título llamativo.En: The cover was simple, without a striking title.Es: Se titulaba "El Camino Hacia Aquí".En: It was titled "El Camino Hacia Aquí."Es: Mateo sintió una chispa de curiosidad.En: Mateo felt a spark of curiosity.Es: Tomó el libro, lo abrió, y comenzó a leer la primera página.En: He took the book, opened it, and began to read the first page.Es: Las palabras saltaron de inmediato al ritmo de sus emociones.En: The words immediately jumped to the rhythm of his emotions.Es: Hablaba de un viaje interno, de encontrar paz dentro de uno mismo.En: It spoke of an internal journey, of finding peace within oneself.Es: Página tras página, Mateo se perdía en la historia.En: Page after page, Mateo lost himself in the story.Es: La ansiedad que lo había estado agobiando comenzó a desvanecerse.En: The anxiety that had been weighing him down began to fade.Es: Las palabras se transformaban en un refugio, proporcionando respuestas a preguntas que él ni siquiera sabía que tenía.En: The words transformed into a refuge, providing answers to questions he didn't even know he had.Es: Cuando terminó el primer capítulo, se detuvo.En: When he finished the first chapter, he stopped.Es: Se sentía diferente, más ligero.En: He felt different, lighter.Es: Entendió que los momentos de alegría pueden encontrarse en los lugares menos esperados, como en las páginas de un libro sin pretensiones.En: He understood that moments of joy can be found in the least expected places, like in the pages of an unassuming book.Es: Con una sonrisa en el rostro, Mateo cerró el libro.En: With a smile on his face, Mateo closed the book.Es: Tenía ahora un nuevo compañero en su viaje, un recordatorio de que siempre hay luz, incluso en tiempos difíciles.En: He now had a new companion on his journey, a reminder that there is always light, even in difficult times.Es: Y así, encontró un rayo de esperanza y calma en medio de su constante búsqueda de escape.En: And so, he found a ray of hope and calm amidst his constant search for escape. Vocabulary Words:the corner: el rincónthe psychiatric ward: el pabellón psiquiátricothe summer: el veranoto slip: deslizarsethe windows: las ventanasthe walls: las paredesthe common room: la sala comúnalone: solothe bookshelf: el estante de librosthe refuge: el refugiothe library: la bibliotecato be restless: sentirse inquietoorganized: ordenadosthe spine (of a book): el lomothe cover: la portadathe spark: la chispacuriosity: curiosidadto weigh down: agobiarto fade: desvanecerseanswers: las respuestasthe chapter: el capítulolighter: más ligerounexpected: inesperadosunassuming: sin pretensionesthe journey: el viajethe reminder: el recordatorioray (of light): rayohope: esperanzacalm: calmathe search: la búsqueda

Elizabeth Birkelund is not just a novelist and journalist. She's a traveler of landscapes, both worldly and emotional, and a gifted listener to the human heart. Her newest book, A Northern Light in Provence, sweeps us from the crystalline silence of Greenland's ice fields to the golden, lavender-scented slopes of Provence. With her unmistakable tenderness and immersive storytelling, she reminds us how profoundly place can shape our imaginations, our choices, and our inner lives. Drawing on her own adventures, from the raw, rugged beauty of the Arctic Circle to the quiet, contemplative corners of rural France, Elizabeth writes with the authenticity of someone who has breathed these worlds in. In this episode, she invites us behind the scenes of her creative life: what it's like to research remote settlements at the edge of the map, how she absorbs the slow, sunlit rhythms of Provence, and why stepping outside familiar boundaries can spark the most unexpected insights.With wit, wonder, and a generosity of spirit, Elizabeth reflects on how landscapes mirror our private truths, how displacement can open doors we didn't know were locked, and how surrendering control in the creative process can make a story sing with honesty.For anyone who loves travel, transformation, and the quiet magic of being reshaped by the world, this conversation with Elizabeth Birkelund is a luminous journey and one you won't want to miss.Only on Speaking of Travel!Thanks for listening to Speaking of Travel! Visit speakingoftravel.net for travel tips, travel stories, and ways you can become a more savvy traveler.

Fluent Fiction - Dutch: A Coffee Blend of Feelings: A Barista's Christmas Discovery Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/nl/episode/2025-12-11-23-34-02-nl Story Transcript:Nl: De kou van de Amsterdamse winter omarmde de stad, maar binnen in de koffiebranderij was het warm en gezellig.En: The cold of the Amsterdamse winter embraced the city, yet inside the coffee roastery, it was warm and cozy.Nl: De geur van vers gebrande koffiebonen vulde de lucht, en de twinkelende kerstlichtjes zorgden voor een feestelijke sfeer.En: The smell of freshly roasted coffee beans filled the air, and the twinkling Christmas lights created a festive atmosphere.Nl: Sven, een stille, nadenkende barista, stond achter de toonbank en bekeek de klanten die naar binnen slenterden.En: Sven, a quiet, thoughtful barista, stood behind the counter observing the customers who drifted in.Nl: Zijn ogen bleven hangen op Elke, een vaste klant met een liefde voor boeken en een warme glimlach die zelfs de koudste dag kon opfleuren.En: His eyes lingered on Elke, a regular customer with a love for books and a warm smile that could brighten even the coldest day.Nl: Elke kwam vaak langs voor een kopje koffie en bracht dan haar laatste literaire ontdekking mee.En: Elke often dropped by for a cup of coffee while bringing along her latest literary discovery.Nl: Sven wist dat ze van boeken en koffie hield, maar verder kende hij haar niet goed genoeg om een perfect cadeau te vinden.En: Sven knew she loved books and coffee, but beyond that, he didn't know her well enough to find a perfect gift.Nl: Hij wilde haar iets geven dat zijn gevoelens zou overbrengen, maar hij had geen idee wat.En: He wanted to give her something that would convey his feelings, but he had no idea what that might be.Nl: En de tijd drong, want de branderij zou vroeg sluiten voor de kerst.En: And time was running out because the roastery would close early for Christmas.Nl: Sven nam een besluit.En: Sven made a decision.Nl: Hij draaide zich om naar Elke toen ze aan haar cappuccino nipt.En: He turned to Elke as she sipped her cappuccino.Nl: "Heb je al plannen voor de vakantie?"En: "Do you have any plans for the holidays?"Nl: vroeg hij, zijn stem iets zachter dan normaal.En: he asked, his voice slightly softer than usual.Nl: Elke keek op, verrast door zijn plotselinge interesse.En: Elke looked up, surprised by his sudden interest.Nl: "Ik ga naar een boeklezing," antwoordde ze, haar ogen glanzend.En: "I'm going to a book reading," she replied, her eyes gleaming.Nl: "En jij?"En: "And you?"Nl: Sven glimlachte nerveus.En: Sven smiled nervously.Nl: "Ik ben eigenlijk meer benieuwd naar waar jij van houdt," gaf hij toe, blozend.En: "I'm actually more curious about what you love," he admitted, blushing.Nl: Elke lachte en vertelde hem over haar favoriete boeken en personages.En: Elke laughed and told him about her favorite books and characters.Nl: Het was een gesprek dat langer duurde dan Sven had verwacht, maar het gaf hem precies de inspiratie die hij nodig had.En: It was a conversation that lasted longer than Sven expected, but it gave him exactly the inspiration he needed.Nl: Nadat Elke was vertrokken, werkte Sven snel aan een speciaal cadeautje.En: After Elke had left, Sven quickly worked on a special gift.Nl: Hij selecteerde zorgvuldig een mix van koffiebonen en verpakte deze mooi.En: He carefully selected a blend of coffee beans and wrapped them nicely.Nl: Op de verpakking schreef hij de naam van een geliefd verhaalpersonage, dat ze tijdens hun gesprek had genoemd.En: On the packaging, he wrote the name of a beloved story character she had mentioned during their conversation.Nl: Vlak voordat de branderij sloot, kwam Elke nog één keer langs.En: Just before the roastery closed, Elke came by one last time.Nl: Sven stak het pakketje naar haar uit.En: Sven handed her the package.Nl: "Voor jou."En: "For you."Nl: Elke opende het verrassend pakketje en lachte breed.En: Elke opened the surprise package and beamed.Nl: "Dit is geweldig!"En: "This is wonderful!"Nl: zei ze.En: she said.Nl: "Dank je, Sven."En: "Thank you, Sven."Nl: Ze keek hem aan, haar blik open en vriendelijk.En: She looked at him, her gaze open and friendly.Nl: "Wil je met me mee naar de boeklezing deze kerst?"En: "Would you like to join me for the book reading this Christmas?"Nl: stelde Elke voor.En: Elke suggested.Nl: Sven knikte, blij met de uitnodiging en het vooruitzicht haar beter te leren kennen.En: Sven nodded, happy with the invitation and the prospect of getting to know her better.Nl: Sven voelde zich opgelucht en gelukkig.En: Sven felt relieved and happy.Nl: Hij had de stap genomen om eerlijk te zijn over zijn gevoelens, en het had geresulteerd in een onverwachte uitnodiging.En: He had taken the step to be honest about his feelings, and it resulted in an unexpected invitation.Nl: Hij had niet alleen vertrouwen in zichzelf gewonnen, maar ook in de kracht van directe communicatie.En: He had gained not only confidence in himself but also in the power of direct communication.Nl: Terwijl ze de branderij afsloten, snowde het zachtjes buiten, en Sven wist dat dit een kerst was die hij niet snel zou vergeten.En: As they closed the roastery, it snowed gently outside, and Sven knew this was a Christmas he wouldn't soon forget. Vocabulary Words:embraced: omarmdecozy: gezelligroasted: gebrandetwinkling: twinkelendefestive: feestelijkethoughtful: nadenkendelinger: hangendrifted: slenterdensmile: glimlachdropped by: langslatest: laatsteliterary: literairediscovery: ontdekkingconvey: overbrengenblushing: blozendgleaming: glanzendcharacters: personagesblend: mixpackaging: verpakkingbeloved: geliefdbeamed: lachte breedinvite: uitnodigingrelieved: opgeluchtprospect: vooruitzichtdirect communication: directe communicatiesuggested: stelde voorreluctant: terughoudendgazed: blikunexpected: onverwachtegained: gewonnen

This week on the She Made Me Read It Pod, Gracie and Lydia share their idea of the perfect book for each of the readers on your gifting list this holiday season!

This week it's the annual holiday gift giving guide for book lovers. Local bookseller Leslie Huerta returns with suggestions for every interest. She'll introduce new fiction, biography, mysteries, and books about Nebraska. Listen before you shop!

This week, Liberty and Patricia discuss Good Things, Art Heist, Recipes from the American South, and more great books! Subscribe to All the Books! using RSS, Apple Podcasts, or Spotify and never miss a book. Sign up for the weekly New Books! newsletter for even more new book news. Keep track of new releases with Book Riot's New Release Index, now included with an All Access membership. Click here to get started today! Books Discussed On the Show: A Literary Letter for Every Day of the Year by Liz Ison  Bibliophile Advent Calendar for Booklovers by Jane Mount Expensive Basketball by Shea Serrano Good Things: Recipes and Rituals to Share with People You Love: A Cookbook by Samin Nosrat Puzzle Mania!: Wordle, Connections, Spelling Bee, Minis and More! by The New York Times Games The Portable Feminist Reader by Roxane Gay Art Heist: 50 Artworks You Will Never See by Susie Hodge Six Seasons of Pasta: A New Way with Everyone's Favorite Food by Joshua McFadden with Martha Holmberg Around the World in 80 Birds by Mike Unwin, Ryuto Miyake Recipes from the American South by Michael W Twitty How Comics Are Made: A Visual History from the Drawing Board to the Printed Page by Glenn Fleishman Syme's Letter Writer: A Guide to Modern Correspondence About (Almost) Every Imaginable Subject of Daily Life, with Odes to Desktop Ephemera and Selected Letters of Famous Writers by Rachel Syme The Mind Electric: A Neurologist on the Strangeness and Wonder of Our Brains by Pria Anand The Year's Best Sports Writing 2025 by Hanif Abdurraqib The New Book: Poems, Letters, Blurbs, and Things by Nikki Giovanni Black-Owned: The Revolutionary Life of the Black Bookstore by Char Adams Prose to the People: A Celebration of Black Bookstores by Katie Mitchell For a complete list of books discussed in this episode, visit our website. This content contains affiliate links. When you buy through these links, we may earn an affiliate commission. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

I'm behind in my reading. Does that ever happen to you? Let's chat about why it happens, how it messes with the brain, and how to get back on track without all the reader's guilt and drama.In this episode, I share:Why we get behind as readersHow it weighs on us mentallyTips for getting back on trackA book recommendationI also take a moment in the middle to talk about some of the coffee that I sell at my bookstore. I love this stuff, as it fuels my reading day.This Episode's Sponsor: Edgewater Bookstore CoffeeThe Deep Read (dark roast great for espresso) - https://edgewaterbookstore.com/collections/cafe/products/the-deep-readAnthology (Medium roast great for french press and pour-over) - https://edgewaterbookstore.com/collections/cafe/products/anthologyProse (Light roast from Ethiopia) - https://edgewaterbookstore.com/collections/cafe/products/prosePlot Twist (Light roast that changes monthly) - https://edgewaterbookstore.com/collections/cafe/products/plot-twistSend Me a Text Message with Your Questions

We're switching things up this week and sharing some of our favorite Bible study recommendations! This episode is a little different from our usual book chats, but it's something that's been on our hearts lately. Whether you're just starting out in your faith or have been studying for years, we've got resources for every stage of the journey. Tune in for a mix of personal favorites and practical tools to deepen your time in the Word. We compiled a list of all of our recommendations for you here!   Make sure to check out our Instagram bio for a link to our storefront where you can find links to all the studies we reference today!   Currently Reading: Alchemised by SenLinYu If It Makes You Happy by Julie Olivia Project Hail Mary by Andy Weir  

Book events and festivals are always a favorite around here. Today's conversation dives deep into the art and craft of creating an engaging literary festival as Anne welcomes Sarah Moriarty, the Executive Director of the Charleston Literary Festival, to the show. They talk about what goes into curating such a festival, what you may be glad to know before attending a literary festival yourself, and what makes a particularly satisfying in-person gathering. Especially when it comes to a good conversation about the books we love, or the books we didn't even know about before but are so glad we discovered. Sarah also shares her three-point recommendation for getting the most out of your festival experience. She tells us more about how she came to be in this position and shares details about this November's event, which is welcoming more than 70 writers and thinkers from around the globe, including more than a few names you have heard on this show before. Whether you've got this specific festival or a future one on your wish list, you'll hear great tips in today's conversation. Please share your suggestions or favorite festival moments by leaving a comment over on our show notes page, where you'll also find the list of titles discussed today. That's at whatshouldireadnextpodcast.com/497. As we get ready to mark our 500th episode, we want to take a moment to thank our Patreon community and the members there that help support the show's creation each week. If you're not yet a member of this community, it's a wonderful time to consider joining us. Each month we share bonus episodes on a rotating theme, including Industry Insights deep-dives, One Great Book episodes, Mini-Matchmaking sessions, Dear Book Therapist responses, and team member features like our Starter Guides. On top of all of the bonus episodes, our community members also enjoy full access to all our Summer Reading Guides and seasonal book previews, as well as our upcoming Team Best Books of the Year feature. Get the details and join us at patreon.com/whatshouldireadnext. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We're going to be honest with you all…September was a weird month for us! We have all been in a reading slump for what feels like a whole year and it definitely showed in how much we read. Kyleigh is at 5 books so far, Hannah read 6 (and they all had 1 thing in common) and Micaela read 1 book. To help fill the time, we had you all send in some questions and had a little Q&A! Here's hoping next month is better to us! Make sure you grab a copy of Alchemised by SenLinYu for our October book club pick and come hang out with us on Instagram!   Currently Reading: Alchemised by SenLinYu Harry Potter and the Half Blood Prince Daughter of No Worlds by Carrisa Broadbent  

“The stories aren't about violence—they're about the preciousness of life. Each one is a reminder that this could happen to anyone.” — Jude Berman Jude Berman grew up surrounded by books and cultural diversity, thanks to her refugee parents. After a career in academic research and running independent presses, she turned her attention to her own writing. In this episode of Uncorking a Story, Jude rejoins me to discuss her latest work, Shot: A Dictionary of the Lost, a collection of 26 short stories exploring the human toll of gun violence. Together, we explore her unique publishing journey, the role of age and experience in writing, and the power of fiction to build empathy and spark conversation.   Key Themes Writing vs. Publishing Journeys: Jude explains the difference between building a life as a writer and actually getting published. Many of her books began in a drawer before finally seeing the light of day. Age as a Strength: Jude emphasizes that writers often improve with age, bringing lived experience, wisdom, and deeper perspective to their work. Breaking the Catch-22: The publishing industry favors young, “malleable” voices, but often at the expense of stronger writing that emerges later in life. The Making of Shot: The 26 stories, one for each letter of the alphabet, “came through” her almost like a download, highlighting the role of intuition and channeling in the creative process. On Gun Violence: While tackling a heavy topic, Jude frames her stories as celebrations of life, not gratuitous violence. Her goal: to remind readers that gun violence can touch anyone, anywhere. The Empathy Factor: Fiction can serve as a powerful tool for building empathy, allowing readers to experience perspectives without having to live them firsthand. The Twist Ending: Without spoilers, Jude shares that the final story in Shot points toward hope and change, setting it apart from the rest of the collection.  Buy Shot: A Dictionary of the Lost Amazon: https://amzn.to/4mhLS28 Bookshop.org: https://bookshop.org/a/54587/9781647429287 Connect with Jude Website: https://judeberman.com/ Substack: https://judeberman.substack.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/judebermanauthor Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jude.berman/ BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/judeberman.bsky.social LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/judeberman Threads: https://www.threads.net/@jude.berman TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@judeberman YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@judeberman-author Connect with Mike Website: https://uncorkingastory.com/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCSvS4fuG3L1JMZeOyHvfk_g Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/uncorkingastory/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@uncorkingastory Twitter: https://twitter.com/uncorkingastory Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/uncorkingastory LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/uncorking-a-story/ If you like this episode, please share it with a friend. If you have not done so already, please rate and review Uncorking a Story on Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get your podcasts. #WritingCommunity, #AmWriting, #AuthorLife, #WritersOfInstagram, #Storytelling, #BookLovers, #ReadersOfInstagram, #Bookstagram, #IndieAuthor#NewRelease #GunViolenceAwareness, #EmpathyThroughFiction, #LifeExperienceMatters, #WritingAtAnyAge, #VoicesThatMatter. #PodcastInterview, #AuthorInterview, #ListenAndLearn, #PodcastersOfInstagram Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In today's episode, we're sharing books that we think are overhyped, underhyped, and appropriately hyped. A lot of these you've heard us talk about before but that's because we LOVE them. And it's okay if you don't agree - we still love you! We also have a documentary recommendation for you at the end, please let us know your thoughts after you've watched it!!   Come hang with us on Instagram!   Currently Reading: Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire by JK Rowling Rose in Chains by Julie Soto Manacled by SenLinYu The Honeycrisp Orchard Inn by Valerie Bowman  

In this episode, I'm sharing my top 10 list of new romance book releases dropping this October 2025. And let me just say that October is going to be THE month for new romance book releases that you are going to devour. It was so hard for me to narrow down this list of my most anticipated new romance book releases for October 2025 to just ten but here we are. From paranormal romance to romantasy, holiday romance, queer romance, second chance romance and so much more, there is something for everyone this October!BOOKS MENTIONED:Mate by Ali Hazelwood: https://amzn.to/4miSXACWilling Prey by Allie Oleander: https://amzn.to/4k66k5DGrace and Henry's Holiday Movie Marathon by Matthew Norman: https://amzn.to/4kgl5TIMerry Christmas, You Filthy Animal by Meghan Quinn: https://amzn.to/3H9117LYours for the Season by Emily Stone: https://amzn.to/3JdnC3tThe Devil She Knows by Alexandria Bellefleur: https://amzn.to/4fyCGVBThe Things Gods Break by Abigail Owen: https://amzn.to/4mlwLG4Good Spirits by B.K. Borison: https://amzn.to/4c0YcAFSome Kind of Famous by Ava Wilder: https://amzn.to/411wEqoBreathe With Me by Becka Mack: https://amzn.to/414PRrjLINKS MENTIONED: Join the She Reads Romance Books Book Club: https://www.shereadsromancebooks.com/bookclubRomance Book Reading Journal: https://www.shereadsromancebooks.com/romance-book-journal/FOLLOW ME! Join My List: https://www.shereadsromancebooks.com/joinBlog: https://www.shereadsromancebooks.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/shereadsromancebooks Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/shereadsromancebooks Instagram https://www.instagram.com/shereadsromancebooksblog/LEAVE A REVIEW!If you liked this episode, please give a star rating and leave a review on your favorite podcast platform. It helps me know what you like and want to hear. Thanks!This post may include affiliate links. As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We pick up where we left off in our last episode to discuss a few myths about relationships, unpacking commonly-held beliefs and prescriptions regarding our romantic/sexual lives, our choices about whether we want to be parents, and experiences of parenthood. By pulling apart the threads of these myths, we hope to encourage a greater sense of acceptance, compassion, and celebration of ourselves and other people, and the many ways we can lead healthy, fulfilling lives full of love and purpose. Don't forget to check out Sheryl's 9-Month Course: Break Free from Anxiety, which explores these myths and many other messages, stories, cognitions, and experiences that create and inflame anxiety.  References: Sheryl's 9 Month Course: Break Free from Anxiety It's a Wonderful Life: Mary the Old Maid clip  Book Lovers, by Emily Henry Mothers and Other Fictional Characters: A Memoir in Essays, by Nicole Graev Lipson Sheryl's appearance on the Oprah Winfrey Show

A woman stuck on a tarmac downloads 'Book Lovers' and falls down a rabbit hole into the delightful romcom realm of Emily Henry's witty banter, heartfelt storylines, and endearing characters. Now that the woman (me, it was me on the tarmac) read all six of Emily's books back to back during her travels, this pod presents a brief summary of each. No major spoilers beyond a discussion of plots and general observations, along with which of her books I liked best and why. BONUS: An ill-fated journey to Casa Bonita Books Discussed: Beach Read (2020), People We Meet on Vacation (2021), Book Lovers (2022), Happy Place (2023), Funny Story (2024), Great Big Beautiful Life (2025) All opinions are personal and not representative of any outside company, person, or agenda. Information shared is sourced via published articles, legal documents, press releases, government websites, public websites, books, public videos, news reports, and/or direct quotes and statements, and all may be paraphrased for brevity and presented in layman's terms.Wanna support this independent pod? Links below:BuyMeACoffee - https://www.buymeacoffee.com/BBDBVenmo @TYBBDB Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Christine Riccio & Natasha Polis talk all things nerdy in the book, tv, movie, pop culture, fandoms, and how they integrate into their adult lives. Today's they're discussing the Undateable Man Crisis and doing a special spicy GIVEAWAY! Links below!! Plus they chat The Love Hypothesis movie casting, Book Lovers, Ted Lasso, and more!  Main discussion starts at: 00:35:34 Today in Fangirl Tea Time: Join Christine and Natasha for more stories about their recent life escapades. Support the pod by joining the Forking Fangirls Patreon community: http://patreon.com/thoseforkingfangirls  fangirl teatime starts at: 1:58:05 Today's episode is sponsored by Bellesa Boutique! Sign up to win a free WhisperVibeTM or free Rose toy with any WhisperTM order https://www.bboutique.co/vibe/thosefkingfangirls-podcast Follow the visual show on our Youtube: http://youtube.com/@thoseforkingfangirls   Preorder Christine's new book THIRTY, FLIRTY, & FOREVER ALONE: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1662532156 Add Thirty Flirty & Forever Alone on Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/230393104-thirty-flirty-and-forever-alone Check out Natasha's sewing classes: https://www.natashapolis.com/ Join our patron to get 10 dollars off the classes! Christine is going to a FREE library run Romance Con in Toledo, Ohio! Come hang on November 8, 2025! toledolibrary.org/romance-con Website: https://thoseforkingfangirls.com/  Email us feedback: thoseforkingfangirls@gmail.com  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thoseforkingfangirls/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/forkfangirlspod  TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thoseforkingfangirls Get Christine's novel Attached at the Hip: https://a.co/d/grmPeVy  Check out the Selkie Collection and get 10% off your order with code TASHAPOLIS https://selkiecollection.com/collections/all