Podcasts about bookstores

From the September/October 2025 edition of The Scottish Rite Journal.  Any accompanying photographs or citations for this article can be found in the corresponding print edition.Make sure to like and subscribe to the channel!  Freemasons, make sure you shout out your Lodge, Valley, Chapter or Shrine below!OES, Job's Daughter's, Rainbow, DeMolay?  Drop us a comment too!To learn how to find a lodge near you, visit www.beafreemason.comTo learn more about the Scottish Rite, visit www.scottishrite.orgVisit our YouTube Page: Youtube.com/ScottishRiteMasonsJoin our Lost Media Archive for only $1.99 a month!https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCv-F13FNBaW-buecl7p8cJg/joinVisit our new stores:Bookstore: https://www.srbookstore.myshopify.com/Merch Store: http://www.shopsrgifts.com/

This week's Book Picks comes from Matt Tannenbaum from The Bookstore in Lenox, MA and Drew Broussard from Rough Draft Bar & Books in Kingston, NY.

It's been a minute since our last episode, so we're just catching up on our recent reads this time!  Also Cait had to book it about halfway through to cover a break, she didn't just stop talking and reacting.  Books Mentioned During This Episode Gibson's Merch on our Bonfire Shop! 2025 Reading Challenge on Storygraph! OTHER LINKS Gibson's Bookstore Website Purchase Gift Certificates!  Browse our Website by Category! Donate to the Bookstore! Check out our Events Calendar! Buy Gibson's Merch Gibson's Instagram The Laydown Instagram Facebook BlueSky TikTok Libro.fm  Use the code LAYDOWN for 2 audiobooks for the price of 1!  Jack of All Graves Book Club Email us at thelaydownpodcast@gmail.com

I've never shared this on the podcast before, but it's long overdue. I work with so many small business owners who've been burned by consultants and coaches—promised the world and left with disappointment. And honestly? It fires me up. No consultant should ever take advantage of a client's trust, especially when that client is trying to grow something meaningful. As business owners, we often hire help when we're stretched thin or searching for answers. We want to believe someone can step in and deliver results. But how do you know if you're hiring the right person? In this episode, I'm breaking down exactly what you should expect when working with a consultant: The red flags to watch for What a healthy consultant-client relationship looks like And how to track real progress once they're on board If you've ever hired a consultant—or you're thinking about it—this episode will give you the clarity you need to make smart, confident decisions. Get a FREE MONTH with the Inventory Genius Calculator - https://www.ciarastockeland.com/inventory-genius-calculator Work with Me - https://www.ciarastockeland.com/work-with-meVisit the Bookstore - https://www.ciarastockeland.com/bookstoreSign Up for Free Weekly Tips and Trainings - https://www.ciarastockeland.com/subscribe

I've never shared this on the podcast before, but it's long overdue. I work with so many small business owners who've been burned by consultants and coaches—promised the world and left with disappointment. And honestly? It fires me up. No consultant should ever take advantage of a client's trust, especially when that client is trying to grow something meaningful. As business owners, we often hire help when we're stretched thin or searching for answers. We want to believe someone can step in and deliver results. But how do you know if you're hiring the right person? In this episode, I'm breaking down exactly what you should expect when working with a consultant: The red flags to watch for What a healthy consultant-client relationship looks like And how to track real progress once they're on board If you've ever hired a consultant—or you're thinking about it—this episode will give you the clarity you need to make smart, confident decisions. Get a FREE MONTH with the Inventory Genius Calculator - https://www.ciarastockeland.com/inventory-genius-calculator Work with Me - https://www.ciarastockeland.com/work-with-meVisit the Bookstore - https://www.ciarastockeland.com/bookstoreSign Up for Free Weekly Tips and Trainings - https://www.ciarastockeland.com/subscribe

In this episode, we jump to our second campaign, a Call of Cthulhu based campaign called Lore for the Pages.  In this episode, our heroes inherit both a bookstore and a home from KH Hillman, a bookseller who for years has been selling Cthulhu Mythos and occult books and objets d'arts by mail to unscrupulous buyers.  Now, our heroes have to reclaim these lost objects before they are used to cause more problems.  The first adventure is set in the fictional town of Sargasso Springs Alabama, a coastal town that is suffering from a strange infestation of bugs and some unusually cold weather.  Our heroes get notified of their inheritance and begin the investigation of their new home while realizing neither the weather or the bugs are natural. As they dig deeper they begin to realize their new home maybe won't last long.  Check it out!Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/family-plot--4670465/support.

From the September/October 2025 edition of The Scottish Rite Journal.  Any accompanying photographs or citations for this article can be found in the corresponding print edition.Make sure to like and subscribe to the channel!  Freemasons, make sure you shout out your Lodge, Valley, Chapter or Shrine below!OES, Job's Daughter's, Rainbow, DeMolay?  Drop us a comment too!To learn how to find a lodge near you, visit www.beafreemason.comTo learn more about the Scottish Rite, visit www.scottishrite.orgVisit our YouTube Page: Youtube.com/ScottishRiteMasonsJoin our Lost Media Archive for only $1.99 a month!https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCv-F13FNBaW-buecl7p8cJg/joinVisit our new stores:Bookstore: https://www.srbookstore.myshopify.com/Merch Store: http://www.shopsrgifts.com/

A Long Island roller derby team is back in court Thursday as it challenges Nassau County's ban on transgender athletes at public facilities. Meanwhile, a Manhattan man is facing charges after police say he attacked an off duty NYPD officer at the 14th Street and 3rd Avenue subway station Tuesday night. Plus, Bluestockings, the radical Lower East Side bookstore, is closing its doors after more than 25 years. WNYC's Ryan Kailath has more.

Let's talk about the common denominators amongst winners. We all want to be winners in business - that's why we're business owners. But what does it really take to be a winner? What do the winners all share? Get a FREE MONTH with the Inventory Genius Calculator - https://www.ciarastockeland.com/inventory-genius-calculator Work with Me - https://www.ciarastockeland.com/work-with-meVisit the Bookstore - https://www.ciarastockeland.com/bookstoreSign Up for Free Weekly Tips and Trainings - https://www.ciarastockeland.com/subscribe

Let's talk about the common denominators amongst winners. We all want to be winners in business - that's why we're business owners. But what does it really take to be a winner? What do the winners all share? Get a FREE MONTH with the Inventory Genius Calculator - https://www.ciarastockeland.com/inventory-genius-calculator Work with Me - https://www.ciarastockeland.com/work-with-meVisit the Bookstore - https://www.ciarastockeland.com/bookstoreSign Up for Free Weekly Tips and Trainings - https://www.ciarastockeland.com/subscribe

From the March/April 2025 edition of The Scottish Rite Journal.  Any accompanying photographs or citations for this article can be found in the corresponding print edition.Make sure to like and subscribe to the channel!  Freemasons, make sure you shout out your Lodge, Valley, Chapter or Shrine below!OES, Job's Daughter's, Rainbow, DeMolay?  Drop us a comment too!To learn how to find a lodge near you, visit www.beafreemason.comTo learn more about the Scottish Rite, visit www.scottishrite.orgVisit our YouTube Page: Youtube.com/ScottishRiteMasonsJoin our Lost Media Archive for only $1.99 a month!https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCv-F13FNBaW-buecl7p8cJg/joinVisit our new stores:Bookstore: https://www.srbookstore.myshopify.com/Merch Store: http://www.shopsrgifts.com/

I sat down with Helene Stapinski, author of "Five Finger Discount, A Crooked Family History" at Word Booksellers, 123 Newark Avenue in downtown Jersey City on 12/8/2014. The book chronicles her experiences with her family growing up in a gritty Jersey City in the early 1970's as well as the political corruption over the years and lots of other history. **It's now 2025, more than 10 years later, and there is some spooky "Foreshadowing" in this interview. I had a blast sitting down with Helene for this one! I will be doing another intereview at Word Bookseller new location in October (more info very soon). Word is now at 29 McWilliams Place in Jersey City. Check out all of Helen's work here: https://helenestapinski.com/    

Paul calls us to follow him to a life of service to the Lord Jesus Christ, a life that may, or may not, include hunger, thirst, nakedness, beatings and/or homelessness. How's that for an invitation to the Christian life? You can also add being reviled, persecution and defamation to the list as well. This is what real Christianity is, and if you're saved, it's what you are called to, like it or not. This Sunday Service message was preached live at the Bible Believers Church at the Bookstore in Palatka, Florida.“If ye then be risen with Christ, seek those things which are above, where Christ sitteth on the right hand of God. Set your affection on things above, not on things on the earth. For ye are dead, and your life is hid with Christ in God.” Colossians 3:1-3 (KJB)

Shifting Realities, Vanishing in a Bookstore & a Dedication to One of My ListenersEpisode 453 | September 19, 2025 INFO & CONTACTWebsite: https://paranormalmysteriespodcast.comTell Your Story: https://paranormalmysteriespodcast.com/tell-your-storyForum: https://paranormalmysteriespodcast.com/forumSUPPORT THE SHOWPatreon: https://paranormalmysteriespodcast.com/patreonBuy Me A Coffee: https://paranormalmysteriespodcast.com/bmacPayPal: https://paranormalmysteriespodcast.com/paypalFOLLOW & SUBSCRIBEYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ParanormalMysteriesPodcastSocial Media: https://paranormalmysteriespodcast.com/linksPodcast Source: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/paranormal-mysteries--2321086My Wife's Podcast: https://paranormalmysteriespodcast.com/sleep-relaxation-podcastCopyright 2017-2025 Paranormal Mysteries Podcast - Ryan Media. All Rights Reserved.

Join Casey, Tiggz, and Alan for an all-new episode full of hot topics, as well as a bit of an after-show!HOT TOPICS INCLUDE-- Dana Leslie seduces Ted, as Chelsea's trauma overtakes her life on "Beyond the Gates"-- A.I. overtakes Genoa City, as Sally gives Billy an ultimatum on "The Young and the Restless"-- Some cast members of "The Bold and the Beautiful" give interviews about their takes on characters and storylines, as the show also introduces its first Gay male couple-- Monica passes away on "General Hospital"-- Primetime Chat: "The Jimmy Kimmel Show" is placed on indefinite hiatus as The Primetime Emmys were heldTHERE'S ALWAYS SO MUCH TO 'CHAT' ABOUT, SO STAY TUNED!

Episode 322: Inside a Hack – How Supply Chain Attacks Really HappenEver wonder how hackers sneak into massive companies without anyone noticing? Welcome to the world of supply chain cyberattacks — where the bad guys don't knock on your door, they compromise the vendors, software, and updates you already trust.In this episode, we dive deep (and laugh a little) into:What a supply chain attack really is.The biggest hacks that rocked businesses worldwide — from SolarWinds to Kaseya, MOVEit, Log4j, and the recent npm attack.Funny but true stories of how companies were brought down by an HVAC vendor, a “boring” logging tool, and yes… even a smart toaster.What business leaders and everyday people probably don't know about these attacks.Practical tips to protect yourself and your business from being the next victim.

Send us a textStep into Philadelphia's only Spanish-English bookstore, where literature becomes a powerful bridge connecting communities and celebrating cultural heritage. The Julia de Burgos Bookstore, named after Puerto Rico's most celebrated poet, offers more than just books—it provides a sanctuary where Puerto Rican and Latinx voices take center stage.Lisa Moser, the bookstore's passionate manager, shares her journey from language enthusiast to literary curator. With a background in Spanish and theology, Lisa discovered what she calls "the dream job I didn't know existed" at Taller Puertorriqueño, a 50-year-old cultural center where the bookstore resides. This non-profit organization serves as a vibrant hub for Puerto Rican culture through after-school programs, art exhibitions, community events, and its unique bookstore.The emotional impact of representation resonates throughout our conversation. Lisa recounts how visitors sometimes tear up upon entering a space where every book reflects Puerto Rican or Latinx authorship—"these are the books I wish I had when I was a kid," one visitor shared. This poignant reaction underscores why children's books are their bestsellers, as parents seek to affirm their children's cultural identity from an early age.Beyond the carefully curated book selection focusing on BIPOC, queer, and women writers, the store showcases handcrafted items from local artists and Puerto Rican artisans. These exclusive partnerships make them one of the only U.S. locations selling certain Puerto Rican-made goods. Every purchase supports Taller Puertorriqueño's community programs, creating a virtuous cycle of cultural preservation and education.Philadelphia has the second-largest Puerto Rican population in the United States, giving the bookstore deep community roots. The bookstore collaborates with nearby schools (including one named after Julia de Burgos), hosts bilingual storytimes, and offers cultural tours. Lisa finds particular joy in making personalized recommendations, connecting visitors with books that reflect their unique experiences and interests.Discover how this literary haven honors Julia de Burgos' legacy of anti-colonialism, feminism, and cultural pride while building bridges between languages, generations, and communities. Follow their journey on Instagram or visit shoptallerpr.org to explore their collection and support this vital cultural institution.Cantoras, Caro De RobertisJulia De Burgos Bookshttps://www.history.com/articles/puerto-rico-great-migration-postwarSupport the showThe Bookshop PodcastMandy Jackson-BeverlySocial Media Links

From the September/October 2025 edition of The Scottish Rite Journal.  Any accompanying photographs or citations for this article can be found in the corresponding print edition.Make sure to like and subscribe to the channel!  Freemasons, make sure you shout out your Lodge, Valley, Chapter or Shrine below!OES, Job's Daughter's, Rainbow, DeMolay?  Drop us a comment too!To learn how to find a lodge near you, visit www.beafreemason.comTo learn more about the Scottish Rite, visit www.scottishrite.orgVisit our YouTube Page: Youtube.com/ScottishRiteMasonsJoin our Lost Media Archive for only $1.99 a month!https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCv-F13FNBaW-buecl7p8cJg/joinVisit our new stores:Bookstore: https://www.srbookstore.myshopify.com/Merch Store: http://www.shopsrgifts.com/

Here's a Q4 planning session - we're covering numbers, budgeting and planning for the coming year. Let's talk about some things we should all think about in Q4 and how those considerations impact how we shift and approach things in the year ahead. Get a FREE MONTH with the Inventory Genius Calculator - https://www.ciarastockeland.com/inventory-genius-calculator Work with Me - https://www.ciarastockeland.com/work-with-meVisit the Bookstore - https://www.ciarastockeland.com/bookstoreSign Up for Free Weekly Tips and Trainings - https://www.ciarastockeland.com/subscribe More About the Episode Sponsor:T&O Strategic Advisory (http://www.tostrategicadvisory.com/) - Offering a wide range of tax and accounting services, including entity election and S-Corp advisory.

Here's a Q4 planning session - we're covering numbers, budgeting and planning for the coming year. Let's talk about some things we should all think about in Q4 and how those considerations impact how we shift and approach things in the year ahead. Get a FREE MONTH with the Inventory Genius Calculator - https://www.ciarastockeland.com/inventory-genius-calculator Work with Me - https://www.ciarastockeland.com/work-with-meVisit the Bookstore - https://www.ciarastockeland.com/bookstoreSign Up for Free Weekly Tips and Trainings - https://www.ciarastockeland.com/subscribe More About the Episode Sponsor:T&O Strategic Advisory (http://www.tostrategicadvisory.com/) - Offering a wide range of tax and accounting services, including entity election and S-Corp advisory.

Howdy Bookshelvers It's been a long time coming but we're back for a full on book review show (insert fanfare here). Nat and Steve delve into the expertly written and wonderfully cathartic the book "Old Dog, New Dog" by Kathy Callahan and Helen St. Pierre. The book looks at the joys, challenges and intricacies of our older and younger dogs and goes a long way to answering that old age question: Should we get a puppy as a companion for our older dog? As well as the usual deep dive sections we get to interview Kathy & Helen and discuss the importance of fostering a harmonious relationship between the old and the young, along with discovering how to promote a peaceful coexistence, and prepare and live through the emotional journey of caring for dogs at different life stages. Whether you're a seasoned dog owner or a new puppy parent, we hope this episode offers valuable guidance and heartfelt stories that resonate with every dog lover. On top of all that lovely stuff, Nat and Steve discuss dog centred horror movies, how to be mindful (or in Steve's case how to be mindful about not being mindful) and Nat's act of resistance. It's all go gang… but all bloomin'great! Links:Buy Old Dog, New DogDOGx TicketsLink to our Bookstore

We're back from a month away with huge hauls and stories from the wedding and honeymoon!Support The Podcast:Join our patreon and become a Dust Jacket! patreon.com/booksunboundFollow us on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/books_unbound/Links mentioned:Ariel's Wedding Podcast: https://www.patreon.com/c/ArielBissettClaire's Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-6aJZodZz9kNeed Info or Some Books?Buy books with our affiliate link: https://bookshop.org/shop/BooksUnboundAll the books we mentioned in this episode: https://www.booksunboundpodcast.com/booksSubmit your book requests at booksunboundpodcast.comUse our affiliate link to get 2 audiobooks for the price of 1! https://tidd.ly/3dyW1XwOur Patrons:A special thanks to our Gold Foil Team on Patreon: Adriane, Alex, Alli, Bellanora, Brittany, Bronte, Candis, Cassie, Christina, Claire F, Claire M, Debra, Diana, Emily, Flower, Gene, Inbar, Jessie, Jill, Judith, Karina, Kathleen, Livi, Luna, Megan, Michelene, Nicole H, Nicole S, Roisin, Sherralle, Sierra, Tiffany, Vanessa!

A pioneering Palestinian-American journalist whose reporting for Al Jazeera over 25 years gave global audiences a human perspective on life under Israeli occupation, Shireen Abu Akleh was known as “the voice of Palestine.” On May 11, 2022, while covering an Israeli military raid in Jenin, she was fatally shot despite wearing clearly marked press gear. Multiple investigations — by the UN, CNN, The Washington Post, and others — concluded that Israeli forces were responsible, contradicting initial Israeli claims. Independent groups argued she was deliberately targeted, though Israel maintains it was accidental and has refused to take accountability or cooperate with international investigations.Her killing was widely condemned as an attack on press freedom and a possible war crime, and her legacy endures as a symbol of Palestinian resilience and unflinching journalism in the face of military occupation.To find out more about the people and music featured in today's episode, visit the Assassinations Podcast website, www.AssassinationsPodcast.com While there, you can check out our Bookstore, where we recommend some great episode-related books and reading material, or shop our Merch Store to nab a logo tee or tote bag. You can also contact us through the website — we love to hear your comments, questions, corrections, and suggestions!You can find us on Twitter @AssassinsPodAnd to support the show and gain access to exclusive content, go to patreon.com/assassinationspodcastAssassinations Podcast was created by Niall Cooper, who researches and writes the show. Lindsey Morse is our editor and producer. Our theme music was created by Graeme Ronald. If you'd like to hear more from Graeme, check out his band, Remember Remember. You'll find them on iTunes.

Send us a textIn today's episode, I'm chatting with Karmen Somers, owner of the indie bookstore Court Street Books in Florence, Alabama.  If you've ever dreamed about opening your own bookstore or just want a peek into the indie bookselling world, this conversation will inspire you.Episode Highlights:How Karmen balances running an online bookstore and a physical storefront.The role of community events in bringing readers together.The most popular genres readers are buying right now.The challenges (and joys) of indie bookselling.Karmen's specially curated book flight featuring her favorite handsell picks.Connect with Karmen:InstagramCourt Street BooksShow NotesSome links are affiliate links, which are no extra cost to you but do help to support the show.Books and authors mentioned in the episode:Taylor Jenkins Reid booksEmily Henry booksMere Christianity by C.S. LewisGreen Tea: And Other Weird Stories by J. Sheridan Le FanuMistborn by Brandon SandersonThe Guernsey Literary and Potato Peel Pie Society by Mary Ann Shaffer and Annie Barrows84, Charing Cross by Helen HanffThe Unselected Journals of Emma M. Lion by Beth BrowerThe Poisonwood Bible by Barbara KingsolverThe Summer We Ran by Audrey IngramBook FlightDivine Rivals by Rebecca RossJust Business by Jenny CrossThe Road to Tender Hearts by Annie HartnettDessert PairingThe Correspondent by Virginia Evans

I struggled for a long time about whether or not to share this story with you because I felt like it was a story that was not very common and therefore not very applicable. But then I realized this story is very common. If you peel back the layers a bit here, you realize that the first step was the thoughts in the mind of one or more of the employees. They were disgruntled for whatever reason and allowed those thoughts to fester. The post SILY 663- The Bookstore Mutiny appeared first on Golden Spiral Media- Entertainment Podcasts, Technology Podcasts & More.

That's right, folks. This is the last episode of "John Updike's Ghost"! But not to worry! We'll be launching a new podcast very soon! What's the name? What will it be about? When will it launch? We're not telling you yet! Until that amazing day comes, you'll just have to listen to us talk about the books we've read recently, such as: - "Sisters in the Wind," by Angeline Boulley, which is in the same universe as "Firekeeper's Daughter" and "Warrior Girl Unearthed," and it is just as good. Angeline just keeps cranking them out.  - "The Guide," by Peter Heller, which is the follow-on to "The River," and features much of the same brilliant nature writing, if maybe a little less "realistic." It's not as good as "The River," but that's not saying it's not great.  - "The Frozen People," by Elly Griffiths, which starts a brand-new series and has time travel, but not the sci-fi sort of time travel, just the plot-device kind of time travel. If you like Elly's mysteries, you'll love this. - "So Far Gone," by Jess Walter, which is very much a novel of our moment, exploring what happens when your daughter marries a hardcore Christian nationalist. But it's also really funny and not too politically heavy.  - "Help Wanted," by Adelle Waldman, which is a working-class novel about employees in a box-store warehouse and the pecking order that becomes clear when the boss announces he's leaving. Hannah liked it.  And then we thank everyone and say goodbye. We'll be back, but ta-ta for now. 

All week, we've been hanging out on South Street and learning about its past, present and future. Host Trenae Nuri talks with Siani Colón, Hey Philly newsletter editor, about the  businesses, bars and even bookshops in Queen Village, a neighborhood along the East side of South Street.  Check out Siani's Graduate Hospital neighborhood guide here.   Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly Call or text us: 215-259-8170 We're also on Instagram: @citycastphilly You can support this show and get great perks by becoming a City Cast Philly Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Learn more about the sponsors of this September 11th episode: The Pottery Spottery Kidney Cancer Association  Center City District  Huel - Get 15% off with code PHILLY Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise

Send us a textThanks for listening to another Reading Recap.Purchase A Flair for Trouble by Kristen BahlsRead on KUAdd to your TBR on GoodreadsCome see me at Ink and Indie! October 3rd-5th in Chestertown, Maryland. Books mentioned in this episode:Well Actually by Mazey EddingsThe Silent Patient by Alex Michaelides The 7 1/2 Deaths of Evelyn Hardcastle by Stuart TurtonThe Woman in Suite 11 by Ruth WareFighting Spirit by Anna HarrisonRookie Season by Katie Bailey and Leah BrunnerBattle of the Bookstores by Ali BradyOut of the Woods by Hannah Bonam-YoungFor links to the books discussed in this episode, click the link here to take you to the Google Doc to view the list. For episode feedback, future reading and author recommendations, you can text the podcast by clicking the "Send us a message button" above. For more, follow along on Instagram @whereileftoffpod.

From the September/October 2025 edition of The Scottish Rite Journal.  Any accompanying photographs or citations for this article can be found in the corresponding print edition.Make sure to like and subscribe to the channel!  Freemasons, make sure you shout out your Lodge, Valley, Chapter or Shrine below!OES, Job's Daughter's, Rainbow, DeMolay?  Drop us a comment too!To learn how to find a lodge near you, visit www.beafreemason.comTo learn more about the Scottish Rite, visit www.scottishrite.orgVisit our YouTube Page: Youtube.com/ScottishRiteMasonsJoin our Lost Media Archive for only $1.99 a month!https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCv-F13FNBaW-buecl7p8cJg/joinVisit our new stores:Bookstore: https://www.srbookstore.myshopify.com/Merch Store: http://www.shopsrgifts.com/

If you love books, like really love books, you've probably dreamed of opening your own bookstore – we definitely have! Well, in this episode we're getting ALL THE TEA on running a bookstore from Jamie Fortin, owner of Friends to Lovers, a romance bookstore in Alexandria, VA. From building a community to overcoming challenges (like a fire that almost shut her down before day 1!) and having fun with it all, Jamie has created a thriving business that proves that independent bookstores are here to stay. If you want to know what it takes to open a bookstore, or any business for that matter, this is an episode you must listen to. As Jamie says, if she can do it, you can too!

This week's Book Picks comes from Jim Havener from Green Toad Bookstore in Oneonta, NY and Cheryl McKeon from The Book House in Albany and Marketblock Books in Troy, NY.

We just wrapped up the latest Inventory Genius Masterclass, and I'm excited to share the replay from Day 4 with you. This session is always one of my favorites because a few of my amazing clients join me to share their real-life experiences and transformations. After their inspiring stories, we dive into a powerful live-coaching Q&A. In this episode, you'll get to experience it all—raw, insightful, and full of value. Get a FREE MONTH with the Inventory Genius Calculator - https://www.ciarastockeland.com/inventory-genius-calculator Work with Me - https://www.ciarastockeland.com/work-with-meVisit the Bookstore - https://www.ciarastockeland.com/bookstoreSign Up for Free Weekly Tips and Trainings - https://www.ciarastockeland.com/subscribe More About the Episode Sponsor:Finding Freedom Financial Services (https://www.findingfreedomfinancial.com/) - Get help managing your business finances!

We just wrapped up the latest Inventory Genius Masterclass, and I'm excited to share the replay from Day 4 with you. This session is always one of my favorites because a few of my amazing clients join me to share their real-life experiences and transformations. After their inspiring stories, we dive into a powerful live-coaching Q&A. In this episode, you'll get to experience it all—raw, insightful, and full of value. Get a FREE MONTH with the Inventory Genius Calculator - https://www.ciarastockeland.com/inventory-genius-calculator Work with Me - https://www.ciarastockeland.com/work-with-meVisit the Bookstore - https://www.ciarastockeland.com/bookstoreSign Up for Free Weekly Tips and Trainings - https://www.ciarastockeland.com/subscribe More About the Episode Sponsor:Finding Freedom Financial Services (https://www.findingfreedomfinancial.com/) - Get help managing your business finances!

On the latest Whisper in the Wings from Stage Whisper, we begin our coverage of the 2025 Fall Spark Theatre Festival. To kick things off we welcomed four fabulous artists and their works onto the show. So make sure you tune in and turn out to support these great productions! Spark Theatre FestivalSeptember 8th- 28th@ The Chain TheatreTickets and more information are available at emergingartiststheatre.org And be sure to follow our guests to stay up to date on all their upcoming projects and productions:Dawned choreographed by Robert Mark BurkeSeptember 12th@robertmarkdancerobertmarkdance.org Arsinoë IV by David Ceci September 11thdavidceci.com@davidceci6Friday Night in a Bookstore written and composed by Gwendolyn FitzSeptember 26th @fridaynightinabookstore@gwendolynfitzmusicPalindromes by Corliss Parker September 14thcorlissparker.com

My message today is on the biblical commandment for born again believers in the end times to be LOOKING for the Lord, WAITING for the Lord, and WORKING right up to the moment when He shall, and will, appear unto us. These are not "high-level concepts of Christianity", but rather the doctrinal marching orders given to us by the apostle Paul. Live Sunday Service starts 11:00 AM in the Bookstore, come join us!“Fight the good fight of faith, lay hold on eternal life, whereunto thou art also called, and hast professed a good profession before many witnesses. I give thee charge in the sight of God, who quickeneth all things, and before Christ Jesus, who before Pontius Pilate witnessed a good confession; That thou keep this commandment without spot, unrebukeable, until the appearing of our Lord Jesus Christ:” 1 Timothy 6:12-14 (KJB)

Two top officials who resigned last week from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention are warning of grave threats to public health under the Trump Administration, as Georgia's two U.S. Senators call for U.S. Health and Human Services secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. to resign. And we mark the one-year anniversary of the deadly shooting at Apalachee High School. Plus, a visit to a bookstore in Marietta that makes sure LGBTQ folks are the main characters of their stories, and we explain why state scientists are studying rusty fish hooks left behind in rivers and streams.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

From the September/October 2025 edition of The Scottish Rite Journal.  Any accompanying photographs or citations for this article can be found in the corresponding print edition.Make sure to like and subscribe to the channel!  Freemasons, make sure you shout out your Lodge, Valley, Chapter or Shrine below!OES, Job's Daughter's, Rainbow, DeMolay?  Drop us a comment too!To learn how to find a lodge near you, visit www.beafreemason.comTo learn more about the Scottish Rite, visit www.scottishrite.orgVisit our YouTube Page: Youtube.com/ScottishRiteMasonsJoin our Lost Media Archive for only $1.99 a month!https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCv-F13FNBaW-buecl7p8cJg/joinVisit our new stores: Bookstore: https://www.srbookstore.myshopify.com/Merch Store: http://www.shopsrgifts.com/

This week's Book Picks comes from Kim Van Alkemade from Northshire Bookstore in Saratoga Springs, NY and Manchester Center, VT and Amy Zimmerman from Chatham Bookstore in Chatham, NY.

Send us a textBob Eckstein, the brilliant, funny award-winning illustrator and New Yorker cartoonist, shares how his career evolved from writing to cartooning and his passion for uncovering extraordinary stories in ordinary subjects throughout the world. His latest book, "Footnotes from the Most Fascinating Museums," showcases North America's most captivating museums and the transformative experiences they offer visitors of all interests. The interview focuses on how he:• Spent seven years traveling globally to solve the mystery of who made the first snowman• Became a cartoonist accidentally while researching his first book on snowmen history, and wrote a book about bookstores around the world.• Transitioned from museum-hater as a child to passionate advocate after visiting Natural History Museum• Selected museums for his book based on beauty, compelling stories, and community impact• Created museum categories for everyone, including those who think they hate museums• Aims to create books appealing to men, who he believes aren't reading enough• Highlights unique museums like the Mob Museum, the Spam Museum, and the Museum of Jurassic Technology• Spent a week sketching on the oldest working ship in the world, later recreating its captain's quarters in his home• Has exciting upcoming projects including museum postcards, a book about writers and their cats, and a movie• Recommends visiting Bruges early morning or late evening to experience its true beauty**Guest Bob Eckstein is an award-winning illustrator and New Yorker cartoonist. Check out his website!  Also, see his books and new sets of gorgeous postcards here.**Podcast host Lea Lane has traveled to over 100 countries, and  has written nine books, including the award-winning Places I Remember  (Kirkus Reviews star rating, and  'one of the top 100 Indie books of  the year'). She has contributed to many guidebooks and has written thousands of travel articles. _____Our award-winning travel podcast, Places I Remember with Lea Lane, has dropped over 120 travel episodes! New episodes drop on the first Tuesday of the month, on Apple, Spotify, and wherever you listen. _____Travel vlogs of our featured  podcasts-- with video and graphics -- now drop on YouTube.Please subscribe, like, and comment. 

If you're in the place where you've been doing your books on your own or you had a bookkeeper or accountant that didn't serve you well, you may be feeling like you're in a mess. This episode is for you! During this conversation with Sarah from T&O Strategic Advisory, you'll get actionable steps that you can take to get your books caught up. Get a FREE MONTH with the Inventory Genius Calculator - https://www.ciarastockeland.com/inventory-genius-calculator Work with Me - https://www.ciarastockeland.com/work-with-meVisit the Bookstore - https://www.ciarastockeland.com/bookstoreSign Up for Free Weekly Tips and Trainings - https://www.ciarastockeland.com/subscribe Connect with the T&O Advisory:Website: https://www.tostrategicadvisory.com/

If you're in the place where you've been doing your books on your own or you had a bookkeeper or accountant that didn't serve you well, you may be feeling like you're in a mess. This episode is for you! During this conversation with Sarah from T&O Strategic Advisory, you'll get actionable steps that you can take to get your books caught up. Get a FREE MONTH with the Inventory Genius Calculator - https://www.ciarastockeland.com/inventory-genius-calculator Work with Me - https://www.ciarastockeland.com/work-with-meVisit the Bookstore - https://www.ciarastockeland.com/bookstoreSign Up for Free Weekly Tips and Trainings - https://www.ciarastockeland.com/subscribe Connect with the T&O Advisory:Website: https://www.tostrategicadvisory.com/

Hey, Hey, Hey Bookshelvers! This week we have another DOGx Special for you. We also have been graced with the presence of, the one and only, Jason Light as this topic is very close to his heart.  Every year we have a charity slot at DOGx and this year we've managed to get the wonderful Guide Dogs to do a presentation and demo for us. With that in mind we thought it would be wonderful to have Elli Cavazza, a puppy development advisor for Guide Dogs and Mandy Pike, a guide dog user with her dog, Loney on to talk all things Guide Dogs from both perspectives.   The discussion provides a fascinating peek into the world of Guide Dogs, going beyond the public-facing image to explore the detailed, dog-centred approach to training. We find out about Elli's role, which involves training puppy-raisers and ensuring puppies are well-socialized and prepared for their future, as well as Guide Dogs passionate views on their dog-centric and human-centric approach working in unison. We then get Mandy's perspective as a guide dog partner. She shares her journey, from her initial hesitation as a self-proclaimed "cat person" to her profound bond with her current dog, Lonnie. Mandy openly discusses the challenges and triumphs of working with a dog that is a "work in progress," highlighting the importance of trust, communication, and understanding Loney as an individual first and a guide dog second. There are also some real valuable insights from both Ellie and Mandy for the general public. Enjoy!  Links:Find out more about Guide DogsDOGx TicketsLink to our Bookstore

In part two of our deep dive into beauty retail shake-ups, Kendra Bracken-Ferguson and Leslie Roberson break down Bath & Body Works' surprising move onto college campuses. Is it a genius strategy or just a gimmick? The hosts unpack what this means for Gen Z consumers, the future of retail touchpoints, and how innovation from brands like LumiNicole is paving the way for beauty in high-traffic spaces like airports, hotels, and bookstores. Plus, Kendra and Leslie share personal parenting wins and candid insights into building models where everybody wins. Tune in to hear why the future of beauty isn't just about what you sell—it's about where you sell it.

All through the Bible, we read about 2 brides, one Gentile and one Jewish. A bride for the Father, Jewish, and a bride for the Son, Gentile. We see such an example in the book of Esther with Vashti and Esther. We see it in the marriages of both Leah and Rachel to Jacob. Both these brides reach their ultimate fulfillment with Christians in the Body of Christ at the Rapture, and Jews in the nation of Israel at the Second Coming. Preached live this morning at the Bible Believers Church at the Bookstore in Palatka, Florida

We (authors Eve Yohalem and Julie Sternberg) are opening a bookstore called Books & Cake in Hillsdale, New York! Renovations are underway--take a listen to hear how they're going; how we decided to take this step together; what's surprised us along the way; our unusual plan for organizing the books in the store; a few book recommendations; and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week's Book Picks comes from Kira Wizner from Merritt Bookstore in Millbrook, NY and Lily Bartels from Open Door Bookstore in Schenectady, NY.

So many of us have not only one copy of the Bible, but several, with some of those often doing little more than collecting dust. We go to church and most everyone has a copy or one is available. Bookstores regularly have them as well. We take this for granted yet in other parts of the world, many people long to have their own copy of the Scriptures. In such places, sometimes their pastor doesn't even have a copy! Jason Woolford is out to change that. He returned to Crosstalk to reacquaint listeners with information about Mission Cry where he's president. It all began about 70 years ago when a junk dealer found a Bible in the garbage and didn't want to throw it out. He kept collecting used Bibles and before long he had a box full which he sent to India. All these years later, Mission Cry has sent nearly 500 million dollars worth of donated Bibles and Christian books to over 180 nations around the world. You may be wondering what good could possibly come from sending used English Bibles to a foreign nation? What things can you do in order to obtain used Bibles to send to Mission Cry? Can you hold a Bible drive at your church? Are there testimonies that show the effectiveness of this ministry? These and other questions are answered on this exciting program, showing how you can be a world missionary without even leaving your area!

In Episode 203, Gayle Weiswasser, co-founder of Wonderland Books, an independent bookstore in Bethesda, Maryland, returns to the podcast with Sarah for a one-year check-in on the shop's journey. From holiday-season chaos to surprising customer favorites, Gayle shares what worked, what didn't, and why she still handpicks every title on the shelves — plus the biggest lessons (and mistakes) from year one. Plus, Gayle shares some great book recommendations. This post contains affiliate links through which I make a small commission when you make a purchase (at no cost to you!). CLICK HERE for the full episode Show Notes on the blog. Highlights Gayle shares what it was like to open the bookstore right before the holiday season. How the store's first year compared to their original projections and expectations. The now-dispelled fears Gayle had before opening. Why she's glad they curated every book in their inventory themselves, and why they still do all the book buying in-house. The course correction Wonderland had to make in their romance section. The biggest mistake they made before opening their doors. Which genres and titles have become customer favorites and which don't seem to sell well. How they plan and host book events — and why those events are such a key part of the store's community success. The books that taught them exactly how (and how not) to decide how many copies to order. The surprising punch poetry has packed with customers. Whether Gayle's own reading life has bounced back after the pre-opening stress and time crunch. Gayle's Book Recommendations [39:12] Two OLD Books She Loves One's Company by Ashley Hutson (2022) | Amazon | Bookshop.org [39:25] Sam by Allegra Goodman (2023) | Amazon | Bookshop.org  [42:46] Other Books Mentioned The Knockout Queen by Rufi Thorpe (2020) [44:40]  The Girls from Corona del Mar by Rufi Thorpe (2014) [44:42]  Two NEW Books She Loves The Correspondent by Virginia Evans (2025) | Amazon | Bookshop.org [45:01] What Kind of Paradise by Janelle Brown (2025) | Amazon | Bookshop.org[47:18] Other Books Mentioned The Wedding People by Alison Espach (2024) [46:56] Pretty Things by Janelle Brown (2020) [49:06] One Book She DIDN'T Love Back After This by Linda Holmes (2025) | Amazon | Bookshop.org [49:55] Other Books Mentioned Evvie Drake Starts Over by Linda Holmes (2019) [51:14]  Flying Solo by Linda Holmes (2022) [53:34]  One NEW RELEASE She's Excited About Wreck by Catherine Newman (October 28, 2025) | Amazon | Bookshop.org[53:57] Other Books Mentioned Sandwich by Catherine Newman (2024) [54:03]  Last 5-Star Book Gayle Read The Names by Florence Knapp (2025) | Amazon | Bookshop.org [55:34] Books from the Discussion Atmosphere by Taylor Jenkins Reid (2025) [16:30]  Onyx Storm by Rebecca Yarros (2025) [25:41]  The Correspondent by Virginia Evans (2025) [26:39]  The Wedding People by Alison Espach (2024) [26:40] The Frozen River by Ariel Lawhon (2023) [26:42] James by Percival Everett (2024) [30:09] Heartwood by Amity Gaige (2025) [31:28] Mark Twain by Ron Chernow (2025) [31:38] Everything is Tuberculosis by John Green (2025) [31:55]   Careless People by Sarah Wynn-Williams (2025) [32:00]  Cher: Part One: The Memoir by Cher (2024) [32:25]  Gwyneth: The Biography by Amy Odell (2025) [32:35]  Brooke Shields Is Not Allowed to Get Old by Brooke Shields and Rachel Bertsche (2025) [33:07] Yoko Ono: A Biography by David Sheff (2025) [33:10]  My Friends by Fredrik Backman (2025) [38:29]