Podcasts about Historical fiction

Guest: Dr. Barb Mayes BousteadWhen we talk about climate change, the conversation is often full of data, models, and projections, but sometimes, the most powerful insights come from stories. Long before satellites and Doppler radar, Laura Ingalls Wilder was documenting the weather in her own way: through her vivid accounts of prairie blizzards, scorching droughts, and the struggle to survive it all. In a brand new book connecting Wilder's writings to the realities of climate change, author Dr. Barb Boustead shows us that the past doesn't just inform the present—it can shape how we care for the future. Today on Weather Geeks, we're talking about the intersection of literature, climate memory, and what we choose to protect when nature pushes back.Chapters00:00 The Power of Stories in Climate Change11:58 Resilience in the Face of Unpredictable Weather23:34 Lessons from Laura Ingalls Wilder's Experiences35:19 Connecting Literature and Climate PreparednessSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Fluent Fiction - Catalan: Unveiling Secrets on La Rambla: A Mysterious Clue Hunt Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/ca/episode/2025-08-02-22-34-01-ca Story Transcript:Ca: Un matí assolellat d'estiu, La Rambla de Barcelona estava plena de vida.En: One sunny summer morning, La Rambla de Barcelona was full of life.Ca: Turistes i locals passejaven entre els mercats ambulants.En: Tourists and locals strolled among the street markets.Ca: Entre ells, Adrià caminava amb atenció.En: Among them, Adrià walked carefully.Ca: La seva passió per la història el portava sovint a buscar tresors amagats als llibres antics que omplien les parades.En: His passion for history often led him to search for hidden treasures in the old books that filled the stalls.Ca: De sobte, els seus ulls es van fixar en un llibre vell, el llom desgastat pel temps.En: Suddenly, his eyes fixed on an old book, its spine worn by time.Ca: "El misterio del mar" era el títol.En: "El misterio del mar" was the title.Ca: Adrià va sospirar, pensant en un altre dia sense sorpreses.En: Adrià sighed, thinking of another day without surprises.Ca: Però quan el va obrir, va trobar una cosa inesperada.En: But when he opened it, he found something unexpected.Ca: Entre les pàgines grogues, hi havia una carta.En: Between the yellowed pages, there was a letter.Ca: Mal tancada, envellida.En: Poorly sealed and aged.Ca: Va llegir les primeres línies, críptiques i plenes de pistes.En: He read the first lines, cryptic and full of clues.Ca: Tot a prop, Núria, la propietària de la parada, l'observava amb un somriure matisat de curiositat i desconfiança.En: Nearby, Núria, the stall owner, watched him with a smile tinged with curiosity and distrust.Ca: "Has trobat alguna cosa interessant?", va preguntar.En: "Have you found something interesting?" she asked.Ca: Adrià va aixecar el cap i va somriure.En: Adrià looked up and smiled.Ca: "Potser...", va respondre enigmàtic.En: "Maybe..." he replied enigmatically.Ca: Núria, encara amb cautela, li va permetre seguir amb la seva investigació.En: Núria, still cautious, allowed him to continue with his investigation.Ca: Al seu costat, Laia, una turista de visita a la ciutat, estava ullant llibres de cuina catalana.En: Beside him, Laia, a tourist visiting the city, was browsing Catalan cookbooks.Ca: Va veure el paper en mans d'Adrià i va exclamar, "conec aquesta lletra!".En: She saw the paper in Adrià's hands and exclaimed, "I know that handwriting!"Ca: Sorpresa, va explicar que la seva àvia solia escriure així.En: Surprised, she explained that her grandmother used to write like that.Ca: Adrià, reconeixent una oportunitat, va demanar ajuda a Laia.En: Adrià, recognizing an opportunity, asked for Laia's help.Ca: Junts, van començar a desxifrar les pistes que els portaven per la ciutat, des dels carrerons de Ciutat Vella fins als llocs més amagats.En: Together, they began to decipher the clues that led them around the city, from the alleys of Ciutat Vella to the most hidden places.Ca: Cada lloc va revelar una part de la història, un secret familiar perdut en el temps.En: Each location revealed a part of the story, a family secret lost in time.Ca: El camí era complicat, i sovint Núria els advertia de la dificultat de confiar en desconeguts, però Adrià sentia que Laia deia la veritat.En: The path was complicated, and Núria often warned them of the difficulty of trusting strangers, but Adrià felt that Laia was telling the truth.Ca: Finalment, les pistes els van conduir a un antic edifici, on l'últim enigma els esperava.En: Finally, the clues led them to an old building, where the last riddle awaited them.Ca: Amb un gest hàbil, Adrià i Laia van obrir una porta secreta que amagava un cofre.En: With a skillful gesture, Adrià and Laia opened a secret door that hid a chest.Ca: Dins, van trobar records d'una època passada i, amb ells, la veritat sobre la carta: un vincle perdut de la família de Laia.En: Inside, they found memories of a past era and, with them, the truth about the letter: a lost bond of Laia's family.Ca: Amb emoció, Laia va agrair a Adrià, i junts van entregar la carta a la seva família.En: With emotion, Laia thanked Adrià, and together they delivered the letter to her family.Ca: Aquell document tancava un capítol obert fa molts anys.En: That document closed a chapter opened many years ago.Ca: Quan es va acomiadar d'ells, Adrià va sentir una calidesa nova en el seu cor.En: When he said goodbye to them, Adrià felt a new warmth in his heart.Ca: Havia trobat en aquells carrers de Barcelona no només un misteri, sinó nous amics i la certesa que l'aventura i la connexió podien aparèixer en els moments més inesperats.En: He had found in those streets of Barcelona not only a mystery but new friends and the certainty that adventure and connection could appear in the most unexpected moments.Ca: Va tornar a La Rambla amb il·lusió i un somriure, tot recordant la lliçó més important d'aquell dia lluminós.En: He returned to La Rambla with excitement and a smile, all while remembering the most important lesson of that bright day. Vocabulary Words:morning: matísummer: estiupassion: passióhistory: històriatreasures: tresorsstalls: paradesspine: llomworn: desgastatcuriosity: curiositatdistrust: desconfiançahandwriting: lletraclues: pistesalleys: carreronspath: camídifficulty: dificultatcautious: cautelariddle: enigmachest: cofrememories: recordstruth: veritatbond: vincleemotion: emociógoodbye: acomiadarwarmth: calidesacertainty: certesaadventure: aventuraconnection: connexióexcitement: il·lusiólesson: lliçóbright: llumiós

Alka Joshi spent 10 years working on her debut novel, The Henna Artist, before it was published in March 2020, just before the world locked down as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic. Then, a few months later, Reese Witherspoon selected it as a Reese's book club, changing the trajectory of Joshi's life and writing career forever. At a time when many debut artists were struggling to connect with their audiences, Joshi was zooming into libraries, bookstores, and book clubs big and small, and finding her people in the process. Five years later, Joshi has published two sequels to The Henna Artist and a new standalone novel, Six Days in Bombay, a coming-of-age novel about an Anglo-Indian nurse who travels Europe to carry out the final wishes of one of her patients. In our conversation, we talk about her whirlwind success, her fascination with the years leading up to India's independence from Britain, the artist who inspired her latest story, and her next project.

We're joined by award-winning Actor/Producer Blair Underwood and Director/Producer/Author Joe McClean to talk about their new novel, Sins of Survivors, written by Joe and presented by Blair. The book brings Black Bottom back to beautiful and sweeping life through the story of The Carter family. Fictional brothers Jasper and Ben whose heart wrenching journey brings them north to Detroit during the Great Migration. The Carters take root, raise families and bloom into neighborhood kingpins in a once vibrant, but redlined area that was bulldozed in the 1950s to put in a freeway.Joe unpacks how his deep research and a love of overlooked history shaped the Carter dynasty story in which two very different but fiercely loyal brothers face a shifting landscape and the rippling impact of their shared trauma on the next generation. Black Bottom, once a hub of Black resilience and ingenuity under strict and brutal segregation  becomes the perfect backdrop for a sweeping saga of survival and criminal enterprise.Blair shares how he chooses which projects to champion, he reflects on his own remarkable career (L.A. Law, Gattaca, Deep Impact, Sex and the City), and shares  his Obama related history! Joe ponders his personal approach when writing screenplays vs. novels and shares a powerful story connecting the haunting legacy of “Strange Fruit” to our current political moment.We also explore the hidden history of Detroit's underworld, from its prohibition-era bootlegging routes to the layered decades of Black Bottom's rise and fall under so-called “urban renewal.”Crime, family bonds and cultural touchstones coalesce in this tightly written work of fiction that reflects the real struggles of black experiences, painting a vivid portrait of a unique time and place in our shared American history.In recommendations--Weezy: Stick, Apple TV+ SeriesFritz: Movie, Sunday Best on NetflixPath Points of Interest:Sins of Survivors by Joe McClean and Blair UnderwoodSins of Survivors Audiobook PreviewJoe McClean on WikipediaJoe McClean on InstagramBlair Underwood on WikipediaBlair Underwood on IMDBBlair Underwood on InstagramStickSunday Best - NetflixMedia Path Podcast

How can we respond to suicide grief? In today's powerful episode, host Tina Yeager sits down with bestselling author Tracie Peterson—affectionately known as the queen of historical fiction—to explore the complicated and often unspoken aspects of suicide grief. Drawing from personal experiences and extensive research for her latest novel, Tracie opens up about why she chose to address suicide in her fiction and how storytelling can offer a gentle, healing space for those processing loss. Together, Tina and Tracie discuss the stigma and secrecy historically surrounding suicide, the different ways people move through grief, and the vital importance of finding safe, supportive communities—whether that means close friends, faith leaders, or professional counselors. Tune in to find both comfort and practical insight as we break the silence, shed shame, and highlight the biblical and scientific truths that can help us respond compassionately to those grieving after suicide. Whether you're in the midst of loss yourself or seeking to better support loved ones, this episode offers hope and understanding for a journey that is never meant to be walked alone. Here are some key takeaways from this episode: The Power of Story: Fiction offers a safe space to process hard emotions and see your experiences reflected, sometimes helping you take steps toward healing when you're not ready for counseling or direct conversations. The Weight of Stigma: Historically and today, many cultures surround suicide with secrecy and shame—which only compounds the pain for those left behind. Tracie's work addresses these silences and offers a message of compassion and biblical hope. A Safe Place for Grief: Healing often begins by seeking “safe people”—those you can trust with your vulnerability, such as mature faith leaders, therapists, or supportive friends. It's okay if your journey looks different from others—there's no timeline for grief. Moving Forward: You may never get over the loss, but you can get through it. God's love is deeper than our pain, and nothing can separate us from it (Romans 8). How We Can Help: If you're walking alongside someone grieving a suicide, simply being present—without trying to “fix” their pain or rush their process—makes a vital difference. And above all, pray continually for comfort and healing. Dial 988 to access the Suicide & Crisis Hotline. If you'd like to read Tracie's new Hope of Cheyenne series, starting with A Constant Love, you can find more at traciepeterson.com.   We're thrilled to accompany you on this journey of faith, growth, and transformation. As always, we appreciate your support! Please subscribe and share this episode. We can't wait for you to join us for future episodes of Flourish-Meant. To book Tina as a speaker, connect with her life coaching services, and more, visit her website: https://tinayeager.com/ Optimize your mind and body with my new favorite, all-inclusive supplement, Cardio Miracle! I love the energy and focus this health-boosting drink mix provides without toxins, caffeine, or sugar! Get a discount on your purchase with my link: http://www.cardiomiracle.com/tinayeager Use the code TINA10 at checkout. To flourish in all seasons of life with the highest quality nutraceutical health supplements that benefit charitable causes, shop NutraMedix wellness supplements. Be sure to use my link  https://www.nutramedix.com/?rfsn=7877557.b6c6785 and add my special code TINA to get 10% off your entire purchase! If you're a writer, subscribe to Inkspirations Online (devotional publication by writers for writers): https://www.inkspirationsonline.com/ Manage stress and anxiety in 10 minutes a day with the course presented by 15 experts, Subdue Stress and Anxiety https://divineencouragement.onlinecoursehost.com/courses Connect with Tina at: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/tyeagerwriting/ Linked In: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tinayeager/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tina.yeager.9/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/TinaYeager Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/tyeagerwrites/ Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/author/show/3865622.Tina_Yeager  

Meet Madeleine Cleary the debut author the the Historical Fiction novel The Butterfly Women. Lush, dark and meticulously researched, The Butterfly Women weaves romance and mystery into an unforgettable tale of Australian history.Links to the books mentioned in the podcast:The Butterfly Women The Forgotten Rebels of Eureka by Clare WrightThe Women of Little Lon Barbara MinchintonBearbrass: Imagining Early Melbourne by Robin AnnearYou can research Australian newspaper and other historical collections at Trove:Research at TroveLittle Lon Collection at the Melbourne MuseumContact MadeleineMadeleine Cleary WebsiteMadeleine's Instagram   Click to join my mailing listTeachers Pay Teachers StoreGrab a copy of History, Her Story, Our Story from Amazon!If you would like to support the podcast, you and Buy Me a CoffeeWrite a review on Podchaser, Apple or Spotify.The History Detective Season 1 & 2 Album is now available on Spotify and all of your music streaming services.Contact: Instagram @HistoryDetective9, email historydetective9@gmail.comHistory Detective WebsiteAll music written and performed by Kelly Chase.

Send us a textIn this episode, I chat with Danielle Teller about how her creative journey defies conventional wisdom about career paths. From Yale-trained pulmonologist studying lung disease to acclaimed novelist, her story demonstrates how life's unexpected turns might lead us exactly where we're meant to be."I was a huge bookworm when I was a kid, but I was too chicken to actually write," Teller says. She explains how her fears centered on financial insecurity and feeling she lacked stories to tell, until a cross-country move disrupted her academic medical career and her husband encouraged her to pursue this long-held dream.Teller's latest novel, Forged, transports readers to America's Gilded Age through the story of Fanny, a desperate young woman navigating a Darwinian world of social stratification and ruthless capitalism. What makes this historical fiction particularly compelling is Teller's revelation that our current era mirrors that period of extreme wealth disparities and political corruption. "I think that my research reinforced my feeling that we are in a second Gilded Age," she explains, describing the disturbing parallels between past and present.Our conversation ventures beyond the novel to explore the publishing industry's subjective nature, including how finding the right agent resembles "matchmaking." Teller's unique perspective shapes characters who defy traditional female protagonist tropes, creating women who actively forge their own destinies despite societal constraints.Subscribe, leave a review, and share this episode to help more readers discover thought-provoking historical fiction that illuminates both past and present.Danielle TellerForged, Danielle TellerOrbital, Samantha HarveyThe Elements of Eloquence, Mark ForsythGoddess Complex, Sanjena SathianSupport the showThe Bookshop PodcastMandy Jackson-BeverlySocial Media Links

How to write a historical fiction book w/Rick SkwiotThe Bootlegger's BrideHere's a murder mystery that's filled with gritty family drama, historical fiction, and a coming-of-age tale – all combined into one. Spanning Prohibition, The Great Depression, World War ll, and the Vietnam War, THE BOOTLEGGER'S BRIDE – written by veteran journalist and professor, RICK SKWIOT, offers something for every reader! A perfect summer read!Link:https://www.rickskwiot.com/Tags:Author,Best-Selling Author,Books,Fiction,Historical Fiction,Podcast,Podcasting,Phantom Electric Ghost Podcast,Podmatch,InterviewSupport PEG by checking out our Sponsors:Download and use Newsly for free now from www.newsly.me or from the link in the description, and use promo code “GHOST” and receive a 1-month free premium subscription.The best tool for getting podcast guests:https://podmatch.com/signup/phantomelectricghostSubscribe to our Instagram for exclusive content:https://www.instagram.com/expansive_sound_experiments/Subscribe to our YouTube https://youtube.com/@phantomelectricghost?si=rEyT56WQvDsAoRprRSShttps://anchor.fm/s/3b31908/podcast/rssSubstackhttps://substack.com/@phantomelectricghost?utm_source=edit-profile-page

Send us a textToday, I'm joined by my longtime friend Mike Mizrahi—yes, we go way back. Mike's career took him from an undergraduate degree in journalism to a Master's in corporate communication. He had a career as a corporate spokesperson, but his real passion found its home in writing historical fiction. And his latest novel, The Weight of Loyalty, is a great achievement. I read it with great interest; a powerful, rich exploration of the perils of wartime on the Greek Isles.It's a sweeping story of love, sacrifice, and moral conflict, set against the backdrop of World War II on the Greek island of Kefalonia. Inspired by the real-life survival story of Royal Navy seaman John Capes, Mike weaves the tale of Oliver Graham, a British submariner, and Natalía Giannatos, a Greek woman whose life is touched by war, love, and spiritual searching. Think James Michener meets Ernest Hemingway—with a splash of Greek wine and Orthodox mysticism.We discuss why historical fiction matters, what drew Mike to this particular time and place, and how personal research—a research tour on the island of Kefalonia—shaped every detail from the rugged landscape to the local cuisine to miracle-working monks.But this isn't just a war story. It's a love story on many levels—and a deeply reflective one at that. Mike wrestles with big questions: the cost of conscience, the meaning of faith, and what it really means to be loyal.If you've ever wondered how fiction can serve as therapy—or how an author channels personal values into imagined worlds—this conversation's for you. So stay tuned, and enjoy this rich, thoughtful dive into The Weight of Loyalty with my good friend, Mike Mizrahi. SHOW NOTESSupport the showBecome a Patron - Click on the link to learn how you can become a Patron of the show. Thank you! Ken's Substack Page The Podcast Official Site: TheBeachedWhiteMale.com

Summer is a time for relaxing with a good book. This week we recommend 4 local historical fiction books for your enjoyment.

Fluent Fiction - Catalan: Unscripted Comedy at Tarragona: Roman Ruins Reimagined! Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/ca/episode/2025-07-23-22-34-02-ca Story Transcript:Ca: La calidesa del sol d'estiu s'escampava per les ruïnes antigues de Tarragona.En: The warmth of the summer sun spread across the ancient ruins of Tarragona.Ca: Les pedres velles brillaven a la llum solar, cridant l'atenció dels turistes que vagarejaven amb càmeres i xancletes.En: The old stones shone in the sunlight, catching the attention of tourists wandering around with cameras and flip-flops.Ca: Entre aquestes pedres, tres figures es destacaven amb disfresses peculiarment pintoresques: Roc, Laia i Pau.En: Among these stones, three figures stood out in peculiarly picturesque costumes: Roc, Laia, and Pau.Ca: Roc, amb una túnica blanca que feia semblar un senador romà, passava les mans pels cabells, intentant semblar seriós i històric.En: Roc, in a white tunic that made him look like a Roman senator, ran his hands through his hair, trying to appear serious and historic.Ca: Volia impressionar la Laia.En: He wanted to impress Laia.Ca: Però, en realitat, no sabia gaire sobre les ruïnes.En: However, in reality, he knew little about the ruins.Ca: Laia, disfressada d'una dona romana amb un somriure astut, sabia que Roc no tenia ni idea sobre la història.En: Laia, dressed as a Roman woman with a sly smile, knew that Roc had no idea about history.Ca: Ella, però, gaudia més observant els jocs de Pau.En: She, however, enjoyed watching Pau's antics more.Ca: Pau, amb una corona de llorer massa gran pel cap, feia rialles amb el seu públic.En: Pau, with a laurel crown that was too big for his head, amused the crowd.Ca: S'inventava històries boges sobre gladiadors ballant sardanes.En: He invented crazy stories about gladiators dancing sardanes.Ca: —Atenció, turistes! —cridà Roc des de dalt d'una pedra alta—.En: "Attention, tourists!" Roc shouted from atop a high stone.Ca: Us presento... eh... el famós emperador romà, Antonius... Tarraconius!En: "I present to you... uh... the famous Roman emperor, Antonius... Tarraconius!"Ca: Laia va aixecar una cella.En: Laia raised an eyebrow.Ca: —Tarraconius? Quin nom! —va murmurar rient—.En: "Tarraconius? What a name!" she murmured, laughing.Ca: Això existeix?En: "Does that even exist?"Ca: Pau, sense perdre l'ocasió, continuà amb la seva pròpia història.En: Pau, not missing the opportunity, continued with his own story.Ca: —Saps què?En: "You know what?Ca: Diuen que aquest emperador va inventar el pa amb tomàquet!En: They say this emperor invented pa amb tomàquet!Ca: Així va començar tot!En: That's how it all began!"Ca: Els turistes reien, gaudint de l'espectacle còmic.En: The tourists laughed, enjoying the comedic show.Ca: Tot, però, canvia quan un home amb ulleres apareix entre la multitud.En: Everything, however, changed when a man with glasses appeared among the crowd.Ca: Era un historiador real, de pell morena i mirada curiosa.En: He was a real historian, with tanned skin and a curious gaze.Ca: —Perdona'm, —digué l'historiador amb un to afable—En: "Excuse me," the historian said in a friendly tone,Ca: però em temo que cap Antonius Tarraconius no va mai existir, ni els romans menjaven pa amb tomàquet...En: "but I'm afraid no Antonius Tarraconius ever existed, nor did the Romans eat pa amb tomàquet..."Ca: Roc es ruboritzà, mentre els turistes les miraven amb interès renovat.En: Roc blushed, while the tourists watched them with renewed interest.Ca: Laia esclatà en rialles, i Pau xiuxiuejà:En: Laia burst into laughter, and Pau whispered,Ca: —Ai, Roc, sembla que has trobat el professor!En: "Oh, Roc, looks like you've found the professor!"Ca: Després del seu inici erràtic, l'historiador va oferir fer una petita lliçó sobre les ruïnes, captivant completament l'audiència.En: After their erratic start, the historian offered to give a small lesson about the ruins, completely captivating the audience.Ca: Al final, Roc també reia de les seves pròpies ficcions absurdament improvisades.En: In the end, Roc also laughed at his own absurdly improvised fictions.Ca: El dia s'acabà amb l'últim raig de sol il·luminant les pedres antigues.En: The day ended with the last ray of sun illuminating the ancient stones.Ca: Roc va aprendre que no cal saber-ho tot per gaudir de l'experiència, especialment amb amics al seu costat,En: Roc learned that you don't need to know everything to enjoy the experience, especially with friends by your side,Ca: i que riure amb els altres és, a vegades, la millor manera d'aprendre.En: and that laughing with others is sometimes the best way to learn.Ca: I així, entre rialles, amistat i pedres romanes antigues, Tarragona va acollir un altre dia d'estiu ple de records inoblidables.En: And so, amid laughter, friendship, and ancient Roman stones, Tarragona embraced another summer day full of unforgettable memories. Vocabulary Words:the warmth: la calidesaancient: antiguesthe ruins: les ruïnesto wander: vagarejarpeculiarly: peculiarmentthe tunic: la túnicato impress: impressionarsly: astutantics: els jocsthe laurel crown: la corona de llorerthe crowd: la multitudto amuse: fer riallesthe eyebrow: la cellathe historian: l'historiadorfriendly: afableto blush: ruboritzar-serenewed: renovaterratic: erràticthe lesson: la lliçóto captivate: captivarabsurdly: absurdamentimprovised: improvisadesthe ray: el raigto illuminate: il·luminarto enjoy: gaudirthe friendship: l'amistatunforgettable: inoblidablesthe audience: l'audiènciathe gaze: la miradathe memory: el record

Fluent Fiction - Japanese: Secrets of Kyoto: Unveiling the Past, Embracing the Future Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/ja/episode/2025-07-23-22-34-02-ja Story Transcript:Ja: 京都の古代遺跡には、時間が止まったかのような静けさが漂っていました。En: In the ancient ruins of Kyoto, a silence as if time had stopped lingered.Ja: 石畳のあいだに苔が生い茂り、彫刻が施された柱は長い歴史を語っていました。En: Moss grew thick between the cobblestones, and the pillars adorned with carvings spoke of a long history.Ja: その日はまるで夏の太陽がすべてを優しく包み込むかのようでした。En: On that day, it seemed as if the summer sun was gently enveloping everything.Ja: 遺跡の中を歩く一人の男、直樹がいました。En: There was a man walking through the ruins, Naoki.Ja: 彼は内気な考古学者でした。En: He was a shy archaeologist.Ja: いつかこの世界に自分の価値を証明したいと心のどこかで思っていました。En: Somewhere in his heart, he wished to prove his worth to the world someday.Ja: その一方で、彼はひとりの女性、桜と出会います。En: Meanwhile, he met a woman named Sakura.Ja: 桜は自由奔放な芸術家で、新しいインスピレーションを求めてこの場所を訪れていました。En: Sakura was a free-spirited artist, visiting the place in search of new inspiration.Ja: 彼女もまた、自分の進むべき道に迷いを感じていました。En: She, too, was feeling lost about the path she should take.Ja: 二人は偶然出会い、初めは互いに警戒し合っていました。En: The two met by chance, and at first, they were cautious of each other.Ja: 直樹は桜が自分の研究を妨げるのではないかと心配し、桜は直樹の意図が理解できずに距離を置こうとしていました。En: Naoki worried that Sakura might disrupt his research, while Sakura couldn't understand Naoki's intentions and tried to keep her distance.Ja: しかし、彼らはある不思議なアーティファクトに共に興味を示しました。En: However, they both showed interest in a mysterious artifact.Ja: それは一見、普通の古代の道具でしたが、どこか二人を引きつける力がありました。En: At first glance, it appeared to be an ordinary ancient tool, but it had a certain pull that captivated them.Ja: 互いに探求を続ける中で、直樹はこのアーティファクトの意味が自分一人ではわからないことに気付きます。En: As they continued their exploration together, Naoki realized he couldn't understand the artifact's meaning on his own.Ja: そして桜もまた、直樹の知識が必要であることを認めました。En: And Sakura also acknowledged that she needed Naoki's knowledge.Ja: そこで二人は協力する決断をします。En: So the two decided to collaborate.Ja: 共に遺跡を探索し、ついに隠された部屋を見つけます。En: Together, they explored the ruins and finally discovered a hidden room.Ja: その部屋には過去の秘密が詰まっており、彼らの力を結集して解読しなければなりませんでした。En: That room was filled with secrets of the past, and they needed to pool their strengths to decipher them.Ja: この中で彼らは自分自身の不安や疑念と向き合います。En: In the process, they confronted their own uncertainties and doubts.Ja: 最終的に直樹と桜は、遺跡の秘密を解き明かし、自分たちの長所が互いに補完し合っていることに気付きます。En: Ultimately, Naoki and Sakura unraveled the secrets of the ruins and realized that their strengths complemented each other.Ja: 二人は今後も協力し続けることを決め、そこには新たな絆が芽生え始めます。En: They decided to continue working together, and a new bond began to form.Ja: かすかに恋に発展するかもしれない兆しもありました。En: There was even a faint sign that it could develop into romance.Ja: 直樹は協力の大切さを学び、自信を持てるようになりました。En: Naoki learned the importance of collaboration and gained confidence.Ja: そして桜は芸術家としての進むべき道に明確な方向性を感じ、創造力に満ち溢れました。En: Meanwhile, Sakura felt a clear direction for her path as an artist and was brimming with creativity.Ja: 京都の古い遺跡の中で、二人は新しい未来を見つけたのです。En: In the old ruins of Kyoto, the two found a new future. Vocabulary Words:ancient: 古代ruins: 遺跡silence: 静けさlinger: 漂うmoss: 苔cobblestones: 石畳adorned: 施されたcarvings: 彫刻enveloping: 包み込むarchaeologist: 考古学者prove: 証明worth: 価値free-spirited: 自由奔放なinspiration: インスピレーションpath: 道cautious: 警戒disrupt: 妨げるintentions: 意図artifact: アーティファクトcaptivated: 引きつけるexploration: 探求acknowledged: 認めるcollaborate: 協力decipher: 解読uncertainties: 不安complemented: 補完bond: 絆romance: 恋confidence: 自信direction: 方向性

What happens when the wounds of Partition run deeper than history books will ever reveal? In this episode, Reenita Hora joins Tara to discuss her searing historical novel Vermilion Harvest, set against the haunting backdrop of the Jallianwala Bagh massacre. Through the fearless, curious eyes of protagonist Aruna, Reenita brings alive an often forgotten chapter of colonial brutality and the emotional legacy it left behind. They talk about the silencing of trauma, mixed-race identity, interfaith love, and how historical fiction can give voice to the stories that official narratives erase. Reenita also shares her journey to being an author and the exciting ways in which the book might find new life through music, theatre, or film.With equal parts heart and history, this episode explores the tension between legacy and liberation, and the quiet courage it takes to rewrite the script.Books, shows, and films mentioned in this episode:Love Story by Erich SegalTitanic (1997)Fault in Our Stars by John Green Operation Mom by Reenita HoraSundri and Mundri's Lohri Adventure by Reenita HoraToo Big to Fail by Andrew Ross SorkinJallianwala bagh, 1919 by Kishwar Desai____________________________________________________The Bound Publishing Course is a comprehensive, three-month-long, certified program designed to give people the skills, network, and opportunity to build a career in book, magazine, or digital publishing.You will take part in 100 hours of live online sessions, led by over 40 experienced industry professionals. The course moves from foundational learning to specialised career tracks through live simulations, in-class exercises, and assignments. This hands-on approach is supported by career-focused guidance, such as resume workshops and interview preparation, and culminates in a Capstone Project.You can explore more about the course here. Apply here! ____________________________________________________‘Books and Beyond with Bound' is the podcast where Tara Khandelwal and Michelle D'costa uncover how their books reflect the realities of our lives and society today. Find out what drives India's finest authors: from personal experiences to jugaad research methods, insecurities to publishing journeys. Created by Bound, a storytelling company that helps you grow through stories. Follow us @boundindia on all social media platforms.

Send us a textAuthor and historian Roseanna White discusses fresh perspectives in oversaturated genres, how to write them, and gives tips on how to blend reality with fiction.▬Visit Roseanna's website:https://www.roseannamwhite.com/Find copies of her books:https://www.roseannamwhite.com/booksCheck out Roseanna's socials:https://www.tiktok.com/@RoseannaMWhitehttps://www.facebook.com/RoseannaMWhite/?fref=ts https://www.instagram.com/RoseannaMWhite/#

Elizabeth St. John, a Historical Fiction Author, chats about how her stories are grounded in her family's centuries-long history in England, and the importance of being relentless to uncover original archival sources.  St. John talks about her recent book, The King's Intelligencer; then sheds light on her public relations experiences with the Boston Red Sox and New England Patriots.About Spotlight and Cloudcast Media  "Spotlight On The Community" is the longest running community podcast in the country, continuously hosted by Drew Schlosberg for 19 years.  "Spotlight" is part of Cloudcast Media's line-up of powerful local podcasts, telling the stories, highlighting the people, and celebrating the gravitational power of local.   For more information on Cloudcast and its shows and cities served, please visit www.cloudcastmedia.us. Cloudcast Media | the national leader in local podcasting.   About Mission Fed Credit Union  A community champion for over 60 years, Mission Fed Credit Union with over $6 billion in member assets, is the Sponsor of Spotlight On The Community, helping to curate connectivity, collaboration, and catalytic conversations.  For more information on the many services for San Diego residents, be sure to visit them at https://www.missionfed.com/

In this thought-provoking episode of Mindset Mastery Moments, Dr. Alisa Whyte welcomes Gwen McPhail—National Board Certified Teacher and author of My Place Among Them—for a heartfelt conversation on legacy, education, and the preservation of culture through storytelling.Gwen, writing under the pen name J. Stanion, shares the powerful inspiration behind her novel, which blends family history with critical themes of resilience, cultural preservation, political systems, and indigenous identity. Together, she and Dr. Alisa explore the lasting impact of early education—especially in marginalized communities—and the urgent need for empathy, critical thinking, and alignment with personal values in today's fast-paced world.From finishing her great-grandfather's manuscript about his experience on the Pine Ridge Reservation, to advocating for education reform, Gwen emphasizes that healing from historical trauma requires storytelling, community engagement, and a rejection of judgment in favor of compassion. This episode is a call to redefine success, re-center family values, and ensure every child's learning journey is rooted in truth, history, and humanity.

In this week's episode of The Learning Curve, co-hosts Alisha Searcy and Helen Baxendale of Great Hearts Academies interview award-winning English historian and biographer, Dr. Juliet Barker. She offers a rich portrait of the Brontë family, whose timeless contributions have widely impacted English literature and fiction writing. Dr. Barker explores the formative influences of their father, Patrick Brontë, an Irish Anglican minister with deep intellectual, religious, and educational convictions that shaped his family's writing, and their tight-knit, creative environment in Haworth that inspired his gifted literary daughters Charlotte, Emily, and Anne. She delves into Charlotte's drive for self-improvement, the enduring power of her novel Jane Eyre, and its themes of independence, love, and social criticism. Dr. Barker discusses Emily's affection for nature, reclusive personality, and the intense emotional landscape of her novel, Wuthering Heights. She also explores Anne's gentle, strong-willed temperament, her novels Agnes Grey and The Tenant of Wildfell Hall, and their groundbreaking critiques of women's prescribed roles and the hypocrisies of 19th-century society. Dr. Barker shares insights about the tragic deaths of all six Brontë siblings, including Branwell, the family's son. She concludes the interview by discussing the sisters' lasting legacy as great literary women who revolutionized Victorian fiction and whose works continue to resonate with modern readers across the globe. In closing, she reads a passage from her definitive biography The Brontës.

Ted is joined by Nishant Batsha, whose second novel, A Bomb Placed Close to the Heart, was published this month by ecco/HarperCollins. He is also the author of Mother Ocean Father Nation (ecco/HarperCollins), which, among other honors, was named one of the best books of 2022 by NPR.Nishant holds a Ph.D. in history from Columbia University, so it's no surprise that his fiction draws heavily on real-life people and events. He describes this latest book as a “socialist, anti-colonial coming-of-age love story set in 1917,” one that is loosely based on a real-life couple, M.N. Roy and Evelyn Trent, who together founded the Communist Party of Mexico before an acrimonious divorce led to Roy basically writing Trent out of the history of the movement they led together.With A Bomb Placed Close to the Heart now out in the world, Nishant is at work on his next book. He and Ted talk about the circuitous route he's taken to get there, including an entire novel set in the present day that he finished writing before realizing he didn't want to deviate from historical fiction.Nishant discusses being a historian who wanted to become a novelist (compared to the other way around) and what that means for the way he approaches his writing. He then shares details about his work in progress, which is told from the perspective of a Civil War veteran who has left society behind to join a Shaker colony in Maine. Find Nishant and his books at nishantbatsha.com.Working Drafts episodes and info for requesting transcripts as well as more details about Ted and his books are available on his website, thetedfox.com.

Magic realism is an excellent way to articulate the inarticulable, to assert dissent, and to question order. Historical fiction is an amazing vehicle for examination of the past! Join Kimberly for a discussion of Russell's novel in the context of Gabriel García Márquez, Isabel Allende, and even Mary Karr. You'll come away with a better understanding of The Antidote, while gaining a broader sense of how TRUTH sometimes functions well in fiction and sometimes falls short.

Send us a textToday, we have a conversation that's very personal for me. I'm pleased to welcome author Dave Larsen to discuss his powerful new novel, Green Street in Black and White: A Chicago Story. I can relate to the story - I was born in Chicago, lived in Wheaton as a boy, and worked in my first role as a Youth Pastor in Maywood, when “white flight,” the fear-driven, racially charged mass exodus of whites to the suburbs, was in full swing.Dave takes us back to his childhood in 1960s Englewood on Chicago's South Side — a neighborhood on the cusp of racial transformation. Through the eyes of young Erik Pedersen and his band of friends, the Green Street Boys, we witness how ordinary families struggled with fear, prejudice, and white flight — but also how kids on bikes found friendship, loyalty, and glimmers of understanding across deep divides.Though fiction, the novel is steeped in Dave's own memories — from riding in his Irish uncle's squad car to watching his white church confront the arrival of Black families. We talk about it all: street smarts and playground humor, church politics, family tensions, and tragic turning points.Dave shares from his deep spiritual and academic roots — a Calvin College English degree, seminary at TEDS, and a doctorate from Loyola — to explore big questions: Can the church truly become a diverse place? Is racial reconciliation even possible?We reflect on the courage it takes to tell hard stories with no sugar-coated ending. And we hear why Green Street in Black and White matters — especially now.It's a heartfelt, honest episode I'm pleased to share. SHOW NOTESSupport the showBecome a Patron - Click on the link to learn how you can become a Patron of the show. Thank you! Ken's Substack Page The Podcast Official Site: TheBeachedWhiteMale.com

Fluent Fiction - Catalan: Unveiling the Monastery's Secret: A Librarian's Quest Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/ca/episode/2025-07-07-22-34-02-ca Story Transcript:Ca: Sota el cel blau d'estiu, el monestir de Montserrat s'elevava majestuosament entre els pics escarpats.En: Under the blue summer sky, the monastery of Montserrat rose majestically among the rugged peaks.Ca: A l'interior, la biblioteca guardava secrets antics, un lloc on la història podia sentir-se respirar.En: Inside, the library guarded ancient secrets, a place where history could be felt breathing.Ca: Llúcia, la bibliotecària, passava els seus dies ordenant llibres i buscant alguna cosa extraordinària que trenqués la seva rutina.En: Llúcia, the librarian, spent her days arranging books and searching for something extraordinary to break her routine.Ca: Un matí assolellat, Llúcia va descobrir un llibre estrany que no hi havia estat abans.En: One sunny morning, Llúcia discovered a strange book that hadn't been there before.Ca: Les seves cobertes eren de cuir gastat i no tenia títol.En: Its covers were of worn leather and it had no title.Ca: La curiositat la va dominar.En: Curiosity took over her.Ca: Va obrir-lo i va veure que l'escriptura estava en un idioma desconegut.En: She opened it and saw that the writing was in an unknown language.Ca: "Pere, vine, mira això," va dir Llúcia, assenyalant el llibre misteriós.En: "Pere, come, look at this," said Llúcia, pointing to the mysterious book.Ca: Pere, l'historiador local, sempre escèptic, va fer una ullada, inclinant-se cap a la seva opinió habitual.En: Pere, the local historian, always skeptical, glanced at it, leaning into his usual opinion.Ca: "És una broma, Llúcia.En: "It's a joke, Llúcia.Ca: Algú està jugant amb nosaltres.En: Someone is playing with us."Ca: "Montse, una investigadora nova a l'abadia, escoltava atentament.En: Montse, a new researcher at the abbey, listened attentively.Ca: El desig de fer una troballa important es va barrejar amb la por.En: The desire to make an important discovery mixed with fear.Ca: Ferdan alguna cosa sense proves podia afeblir la seva carrera.En: Making something of it without proof could weaken her career.Ca: "No estic segura," va murmurar.En: "I'm not sure," she murmured.Ca: Però Llúcia no es rendiria tan fàcilment.En: But Llúcia would not give up so easily.Ca: Va decidir investigar el llibre en secret.En: She decided to investigate the book in secret.Ca: "Montse, necessito la teva ajuda.En: "Montse, I need your help.Ca: Podem intentar desxifrar-ho juntes.En: We can try to decipher it together."Ca: "Aquella nit, a la llum tènue de les làmpades, van començar a treballar.En: That night, by the dim light of the lamps, they began to work.Ca: Cada pàgina revelava nous símbols i, finalment, van descobrir un missatge ocult.En: Each page revealed new symbols and, finally, they discovered a hidden message.Ca: Un mapa i símbols criptics emergien de la foscor del passat.En: A map and cryptic symbols emerged from the darkness of the past.Ca: "Això té significat," va xiuxiuejar Llúcia amb esperança renovada.En: "This has meaning," Llúcia whispered with renewed hope.Ca: L'endemà, Pere, ara interessat, es va unir a elles.En: The next day, Pere, now interested, joined them.Ca: Va voler una explicació lògica d'aquest enigma.En: He wanted a logical explanation for this enigma.Ca: "Podria ser autèntic," va admetre a contracor, sorprenent fins i tot ell mateix.En: "It could be authentic," he admitted reluctantly, surprising even himself.Ca: Guiats pel mapa, els tres van seguir el camí marcat pels signes.En: Guided by the map, the three followed the path marked by the signs.Ca: La recerca els va portar a una cambra amagada dins del monestir.En: The search led them to a hidden chamber within the monastery.Ca: Com van obrir la porta, una col·lecció d'artefactes històrics es va revelar davant els seus ulls.En: As they opened the door, a collection of historical artifacts was revealed before their eyes.Ca: Llúcia va somriure, satisfeta per haver seguit el seu instint.En: Llúcia smiled, satisfied for having followed her instinct.Ca: En Montse va sentir-se valorada i Pere va comprendre que no sempre es pot explicar tot amb la lògica.En: Montse felt valued, and Pere realized that not everything can always be explained with logic.Ca: El misteri del llibre havia canviat les seves vides per sempre, oferint noves aventures i una obertura cap al desconegut.En: The mystery of the book had changed their lives forever, offering new adventures and an opening towards the unknown.Ca: I així, entre les pedres antigues de Montserrat, la història va trobar un nou capítol en el món dels tres aventurers.En: And so, among the ancient stones of Montserrat, history found a new chapter in the world of the three adventurers.Ca: La llum del matí d'estiu brillava a través de les finestres, prometent aquells nous descobriments que només es troben quan creus en l'impossible.En: The light of the summer morning shone through the windows, promising those new discoveries that are only found when you believe in the impossible. Vocabulary Words:the monastery: el monestirthe peaks: els picsrugged: escarpatsthe library: la bibliotecaancient: anticsthe librarian: la bibliotecàriato arrange: ordenarextraordinary: extraordinàriaroutine: rutinaworn: gastacuriosity: curiositatthe historian: l'historiadorskeptical: escèpticthe researcher: la investigadorato murmur: murmurarto investigate: investigarsecret: secretto decipher: desxifrarto reveal: revelarsymbols: símbolscryptic: crípticthe darkness: la foscorto whisper: xiuxiuejarthe map: el mapathe chamber: la cambraartifacts: artefactesto smile: somriureinstinct: instintadventure: aventurato promise: prometre

Frances Quinn is a journalist, copywriter and bestselling author. Her new novel, 'The Lost Passenger', tells the story of Elinor Coombes, who boards the Titanic trapped in an unhappy marriage to a controlling husband. When it starts to go down, she sees an opportunity to escape for a new life.Frances began writing after winning a place on the Curtis Brown Creative Novel Writing Course, which led through a meandering path toward publication in 2021. Her debut was 'The Smallest Man'. She followed that up with 'That Bonesetter Woman', which both sold well, yet didn't manage to secure international rights. You can hear what Frances did to learn about foreign markets, in order to get her newest novel sold overseas.As a journalist and copywriter, Frances has written for 'Good Housekeeping', 'Woman's Weekly', and 'Ideal Home', also producing words for Waitrose and Easyjet. We discuss how this has influenced the novels she writes, and why she's forever thankful to her editor.We discuss genre, research, and how Frances learns about her character while having decided exactly what they're up to.You can hear why she's a moany writer, why she likes to exercise early, and why she still keeps office hours.Support the show at - patreon.com/writersroutineko-fi.com/writersroutineGet a copy of the book - uk.bookshop.org/shop/writersroutineIf you have science-mad kids, come and see my science-mad show this summer - funkidslive.com/tourSubscribe to the newsletter - writersroutine.substack.com@writerspodwritersroutine.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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My guest today on the Online for Authors podcast is Roni Robbins, author of the book Hands of Gold. Hands of Gold capitalizes on Roni Robbins' nearly four decades as a published writer: a staff reporter for daily and weekly newspapers; a freelancer for national, regional, and digital publications. She is currently a freelance reporter for The Atlanta Journal-Constitution and Medscape/WebMD, where she was previously an editor after serving as associate editor of the Atlanta Jewish Times.   Hands of Gold won, among others, the 2023 International Book Awards for multicultural fiction and the 2023 Global Book Awards gold medal for biographical-survival. In addition to the fiction awards, Robbins won three Simon Rockower Awards for Jewish journalism, including an investigative piece about Jewish seniors who feel “Out of Touch” in nursing homes. Hands of Gold begins and ends in a nursing home.   Selected as a touring author with the prestigious Jewish Book Council, Robbins appeared in one of the nation's largest Jewish book festivals. Hands of Gold consistently ranks high on Amazon's bestseller lists for biographical literary fiction and Holocaust biographies.   In my book review, I stated Hands of Gold is an amazing Jewish historical fiction. According to Roni, the story is loosely based on her Hungarian grandfather, but rather than write a family memoir, she chose to write a historical fiction about Sam Fox.   We meet Sam, first at his dying wife's side, and then travel back to see him as a young boy in Hungary at the turn of the 20th century. Sam's life is never easy. From Jewish hardships in the old country, to fleeing from Hungarian conscription, to stealing into first Canada, and then the US, to illness and poverty, Sam figures out how to find joy in a life that continuously throws him lemons.   And now, after 65 years of marriage, his dying wife, Hannah, tasks him with telling their children their parents' real history - with all the secrets - even secrets they have kept from one another.   This story is a wonderful family saga, filled with Jewish history and culture, determination, and religion. I found the details fascinating and often wondered which parts were true family history and which were merely the figment of Roni's imagination. I loved the book and believe you will, too!   Subscribe to Online for Authors to learn about more great books! https://www.youtube.com/@onlineforauthors?sub_confirmation=1   Join the Novels N Latte Book Club community to discuss this and other books with like-minded readers: https://www.facebook.com/groups/3576519880426290   You can follow Author Roni Robbins Website: https://www.ronirobbins.com/ FB: @roni.k.robbins X: @ronirobbins LinkedIn: @ronirobbins IG: @roni.robbins TikTok: @handsofgoldnovel   Purchase Hands of Gold on Amazon: Paperback: https://amzn.to/436tjq9 Ebook: https://amzn.to/4j0y3Uo   Teri M Brown, Author and Podcast Host: https://www.terimbrown.com FB: @TeriMBrownAuthor IG: @terimbrown_author X: @terimbrown1   Want to be a guest on Online for Authors? Send Teri M Brown a message on PodMatch, here: https://www.podmatch.com/member/onlineforauthors   #ronirobbins #handsofgold #historicalfiction #jewishfiction #terimbrownauthor #authorpodcast #onlineforauthors #characterdriven #researchjunkie #awardwinningauthor #podcasthost #podcast #readerpodcast #bookpodcast #writerpodcast #author #books #goodreads #bookclub #fiction #writer #bookreview *As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.

In this week's episode of The Learning Curve, co-hosts Alisha Searcy and U-Arkansas Prof. Albert Cheng interview John Burt, the Paul Prosswimmer Professor of American Literature at Brandeis University. Prof. Burt offers rich insight into the life and work of one of the 20th century's greatest American writers, Robert Penn Warren. Raised in rural southwestern Kentucky, Warren was deeply shaped by the legacy of the Civil War, which he explored in his influential 1961 work, The Legacy of the Civil War, and throughout his poetry and fiction. Prof. Burt shares that as a young man at Vanderbilt, Warren was influenced by the “Fugitives” literary group and contributed to I'll Take My Stand: The South and the Agrarian Tradition, a decision he later deeply regretted. His Pulitzer-winning novel All the King's Men follows the rise and fall of populist governor Willie Stark, modeled in part on Huey Long and Julius Caesar, through the eyes of journalist Jack Burden, whose personal and philosophical journey mirrors Stark's. Prof. Burt shares that the novel wrestles with the limits of knowledge and the weight of moral responsibility, culminating in a powerful meditation on time, history, and the human condition.

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Catherine Ross, the Director of Library at Auckland Grammar School, reviews a selection of books for teenage readers, focusing on a theme of historical fiction. Private Peaceful by Sir Micheal Morpurgo, Rabbit Soldier Angel Thief by Katrina Nannested, The Blackbird Girls by Anna Blankman, The Phoenix Crown by Kate Quinn and Janie Chang and for ages 14 plus, The Terror by Dan Simmonds.

Brotherhood is more than skin-deep. After Alex's family is killed by the Ku Klux Klan during the Great Depression, he takes refuge in the barn of a nearby dairy farm. The family that owns the dairy, including their young son Pete, take in Alex and raise the boys together. Pete and Alex consider themselves brothers and together they navigate the Jim Crow racial intolerance of the rural South. Tune in for an inspiring discussion with Roger Newman on his Nautilus award-winning book Boys: A Novel, based on a true story.  Moments with Marianne airs in the Southern California area on KMET 1490AM & 98.1 FM, an ABC Talk News Radio Affiliate!  https://www.kmet1490am.comIn addition to Boys which is based on a true story, Roger Newman is the author of a series of medical thrillers: Occam's Razor, Two Drifters, and What Becomes; and a Civil War historical fiction novel Will O' the Wisp: Madness, War, and Recompense. He is a professor of obstetrics and gynecology, specializing in the care of women with multiple gestations. He has authored two hundred scientific papers, a dozen book chapters, and the award-winning and bestselling When You're Expecting Twins, Triplets, or Quads; Fourth Edition. He served as the national president for the Society forMaternal-Fetal Medicine and has been voted by his peers as one of the “Best Doctors in America” for thirty consecutive years. He and his wife, Diane, live on the Ashley River in Charleston, South Carolina. https://rogerbnewman.com Order Boys on Amazon: https://a.co/d/9exs9vCFor more show information visit: www.MariannePestana.com

Graham Greene's The Power and the Glory: An Ethereal Western Depicting Faith On The Run• ⁠The Weird (ed. Ann & Jeff VanderMeer)⁠• ⁠Dangerous Visions (ed. Harlan Ellison)⁠ • ⁠Patreon (Free Bonus Episodes)⁠ • Email us at genrepodcast@gmail.com

Alina Adams is a New York Times bestselling author whose latest historical novel, Go On Pretending, explores three generations of Jewish women battling the tides of history from segregated 1950s America to the fall of the USSR to the rise of revolutionary Rojava. Co-hosts: Jonathan Friedmann & Joey Angel-Field Producer-engineer: Mike Tomren Alina's websitehttps://alinaadams.com/ Go On Pretendinghttps://www.historythroughfiction.com/go-on-pretendingAlina's Substackhttps://alinaa.substack.com/Amusing Jews Merch Storehttps://www.amusingjews.com/merch#!/ Subscribe to the Amusing Jews podcasthttps://www.spreaker.com/show/amusing-jews Adat Chaverim – Congregation for Humanistic Judaism, Los Angeleshttps://www.humanisticjudaismla.org/ Jewish Museum of the American Westhttps://www.jmaw.org/ Atheists United Studioshttps://www.atheistsunited.org/au-studios

Who is the real genius: the dog, the toddler or the scientist? Today we are talking about Lessons in Chemistry by Bonnie Garmus, a book about feminism, sodium chloride and competitive rowing. Let us know if you had kids reheating leftovers for lunch in elementry school.WARNING: Sexual assualt, sexism, suicide, child abuse, death, sexual harrassmentBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/book-cult--5718878/support.

Kazuo Ishiguro's Remains of the Day Explores The Stories We Don't Realize We Are Telling• The Weird (ed. Ann & Jeff VanderMeer)• Dangerous Visions (ed. Harlan Ellison) • Patreon (Free Bonus Episodes) • Email us at genrepodcast@gmail.com

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Welcome back to another episode of Spun Today. In this episode, I dive into a creative review and breakdown of the film Sinners, written and directed by Ryan Coogler. I pull out writing insights, character craft, and the power of blending personal history with big genre themes—sharing lessons any writer or creative can use to fuel their own work.   But that's just the beginning. I also recount the unforgettable experience of seeing comedian, writer, and director Mo Amer live in New York City, and what it meant to meet a creative whose storytelling is as universal as it is personal.   Plus, I touch on big podcast news, including Marc Maron's announcement that the legendary WTF podcast is coming to an end after over 1600 episodes and 16 years.   Whether you're a writer seeking inspiration, a fan of genre-bending stories, or just someone looking to stay in the loop with creative culture, this episode is for you. So settle in—let's explore the art of storytelling, the magic of live comedy, and the evolving world of podcasts, all through the ever-creative lens of Spun Today.   The Spun Today Podcast is a Podcast that is anchored in Writing & Random Rants, but unlimited in scope.  Give it a whirl.    Twitter: https://twitter.com/spuntoday Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/spuntoday/ Website: http://www.spuntoday.com/home Newsletter: http://www.spuntoday.com/subscribe   Links referenced in this episode:     SINNERS BREAKDOWN! Easter Eggs & Details You Missed! https://youtu.be/O80E59y2KOY?si=qcdF_aQbaRNAVYy0   SINNERS Breakdown and Ending Explained! https://youtu.be/9joTyJfKjEU?si=tLAdApNimQxUZflK   Every Sinners Easter Egg EXPLAINED in 6 Minutes! https://youtu.be/2MO08i6sm08?si=s0DcEeqtObT7Q7a4   JAY-Z - 4:44 https://youtu.be/zSkA61esq_c?si=Iztsm9SKpcgdHtwi   Ryan Coogler & Ludwig Göransson | Friends Like These https://youtu.be/Rz3xHhOLK6M?si=7Tr09vS4CWeglMX5   “Sinners”: Director Ryan Coogler on His Latest Hit, Delta Blues, His Mississippi Roots & Vampires https://youtu.be/Pjb_eH0C_vQ?si=wJDgMtwybI2hIfrM   Marc Maron is ending WTF: https://www.theguardian.com/media/2025/jun/03/marc-maron-wtf-podcast-ending-five-best-interviews   https://www.nbcnews.com/pop-culture/pop-culture-news/marc-maron-wtf-podcast-ending-fall-rcna210372   Get your Podcast Started Today! https://signup.libsyn.com/?promo_code=SPUN (Use Promo code SPUN and get up to 2-months of free service!) Check out all the Spun Today Merch, and other ways to help support this show! https://www.spuntoday.com/support   Check out my Books Melted Cold – A Collection of Short Stories FRACTAL – A Time Travel Tale Make Way for You – Tips for getting out of your own way http://www.spuntoday.com/books/ (e-Book, Paperback & Hardcover are now available).   Fill out my Spun Today Questionnaire if you're passionate about your craft.  I'll share your insight and motivation on the Podcast: http://www.spuntoday.com/questionnaire/    Shop on Amazon using this link, to support the Podcast: https://amzn.to/4km592l     Shop on iTunes using this link, to support the Podcast: https://itunes.apple.com/WebObjects/MZStore.woa/wa/viewTop?genreId=38&id=27820&popId=42&uo=10   Shop at the Spun Today store for Mugs, Notebooks, T-Shirts and more: https://spuntoday-shop.fourthwall.com/   Music: https://www.purple-planet.com   Outro Background Music: https://www.bensound.com   Spun Today Logo by: https://www.naveendhanalak.com/   Sound effects are credited to: http://www.freesfx.co.uk   Listen on: ApplePodcasts | Spotify | Pocket Casts | YouTube | Website

Can we claim hope and purpose in challenges? Tina Yeager sits down with the prolific and award-winning author Jane Ann Kirkpatrick, whose passion for historical fiction has led her to write over 40 books about courageous women overcoming personal trials. Together, they explore how we can find purpose in our challenges—whether we're facing the struggles of young motherhood, separation from loved ones, financial hardship, or the deep pain of grief. Facing Hardship with Purpose Jane dives deep into why overcoming trials is a recurring theme in her novels—especially her latest, Across the Crying Sands. Drawing on personal experiences and her research on pioneering women, Jane shares how these historical figures managed to build meaningful lives even when resources were slim and options limited. Their secret? Resilience, faith, and finding community, even in the harshest conditions. Modern Parallels for Today's Women Jane's stories resonate with single moms and young mothers today. The women she writes about faced loneliness, family separation, and the daily uncertainties of frontier life. Jane encourages us to look for “the rungs of the ladder” to climb out of tough places—leaning on faith, building community, and being open to help from others. One standout message: independence is vital, but so is knowing when to reach out for support. Purpose and vision anchor us through difficulties, and community sustains us when we can't do it alone. Turning Challenges into Creativity Jane shares a memorable reader story—how one woman facing the anxiety of having a deployed spouse chose to create her own support circle. Instead of lingering in worry, she formed a family book club, finding agency and connection. It's a beautiful reminder that, as Jane says, “when things are tough, don't complain, create.” She also urges us to make the most of what we have—whether it's creating economical solutions for our families or choosing to gather at the table for a meal. Small, intentional moments matter. Grief, Comfort, and Community Grief is a universal challenge, and Jane addresses it with sensitivity. Drawing from both her novels and years in mental health, she stresses the importance of honoring grief while looking for transformation and comfort. Sometimes, just being present for someone is the greatest gift. A Quick Tip to Carry Forward Jane leaves us with a beautiful charge—to trust the power you have to make a difference in someone's life. Simple gestures—smiles, encouragement, even a kind word—can become defining moments for those around us. Stay Connected with Jane Ann Kirkpatrick Learn more about Jane's books and get inspired through her monthly StorySparks newsletter at jkbooks.com. You'll also find links to order her novels (including Across the Crying Sands) at a discount from Baker Publishing, and see what's new on her author Facebook and Instagram pages. Drawing from her latest novel, Across the Crying Sands, Jane shares the real-life journey of a young woman on the Oregon frontier who discovered meaning amid adversity by stepping into a groundbreaking role as the region's first postmistress. Through both historical insights and heartfelt audience stories, Jane and Tina discuss the enduring power of faith, community, resilience, and the importance of seeking support when times get tough. If you're searching for hope and wisdom to navigate your own challenges, you won't want to miss this inspiring conversation packed with encouragement, practical tips, and timeless truths. Tune in for an episode sure to spark creativity, compassion, and renewed purpose in every season of life. We're thrilled to accompany you on this journey of faith, growth, and transformation. As always, we appreciate your support! Please subscribe and share this episode. We can't wait for you to join us for future episodes of Flourish-Meant. To book Tina as a speaker, connect with her life coaching services, and more, visit her website: https://tinayeager.com/ Optimize your mind and body with my new favorite, all-inclusive supplement, Cardio Miracle! I love the energy and focus this health-boosting drink mix provides without toxins, caffeine, or sugar! Get a discount on your purchase with my link: http://www.cardiomiracle.com/tinayeager Use the code TINA10 at checkout.  

How do historical fiction writers connect the dots between fact and fancy? Author Pip Williams and screenwriter Vanessa Alexander show us how pushing creative boundaries can humanise history on the page and on our screens.

Esther thought of herself as a reluctant reader until she read John Irving's, The World According to Garp in her teens. From that day on, she discovered that she loves books! These days, she mostly listens to audiobooks. Esther's writing career grew from the stories she told her children. Book after book poured out of her as she began to put the words down on paper. She also shares her deep knowledge of storytelling, Judaism, and faith through teaching and speaking work (connect with Esther here to learn more). Find her Desert Song Trilogy here: https://www.esthergoldenberg.com/booksJoin me at the Spark to Story Summit: https://katcaldwell.com/spark-to-storyListen to the Across the English Channel teaser: https://katcaldwell.com/audio-teaser-aecYou can order Across the English Channel from Amazon, Kobo or directly from me.

The BookLair is a book club in the DorkLair collector community. On our first episode, Bill, Nate, and Joe discuss the novel Between Two Fires by Christopher Buehlman.

M.J. Porter is an author of historical fiction and nonfiction. She has written about Anglo-Saxons and Vikings as well as three twentieth-century mysteries and Viking age/dragon themed fantasy. She is a prolific hybrid author, with independently published and traditionally published books.We met up with MJ at the HNS Conference last year for a quick chat, which you can listen to in a previous episode, but we knew we had to get her back on for a full episode. So welcome back to RPS, M.J. Porter.https://www.mjporterauthor.com/Link Tree: ⁠https://linktr.ee/RockPaperSwords⁠ Support us on Patreon: ⁠https://www.patreon.com/RockPaperSwordsPodcast⁠ Buy us a beer and get a shoutout by heading to ⁠buymeacoffee.com/rockpaperswords

This week's guest is the phenomenally bestselling author, Simon Scarrow. He mainly writes historical fiction, best known for his 'Eagles of the Empire' series, and has written about Ancient Rome and Nazi Germany too. He's also published futuristic sci-fi, and began writing dystopian fiction and comedy, before realising he should write what he wants to read, not what he thought might sell.Simon has sold more than 6 million books, and has been translated into 25 languages. His passion for storytelling was perfected at boarding school, learning how to engage class-mates, and keep them hooked with a daring cliff-hanger. He then expanded this passion as a teacher, before finally becoming the author he always wanted to be.His new novel is 'A Death in Berlin'. It's an Inspector Schenke book, with a tale about the exceptional investigator fighting to keep criminals off the streets of Nazi Berlin at a time of war. We discuss the inspiration for the novel, and what he does to pull together a threadbare skeleton to write with.You can hear why he's a stickler for the rules of historical fiction, also why he's inspired to write new series, and why the great illusion of writing is something you can fall prey to... instead, get on with it!Get a copy of the book at uk.bookshop.org/writersroutineSupport the show at -patreon.com/writersroutineko-fi.com/writersroutine@writerspodwritersroutine.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Send me a one-way text about this episode! I'll give you a shout out or answer your question on a future episode.If you are looking for some summer reads, I've got you today. I want to share some of my favorites in several categories, so there will be something for everyone. I have recommendations for Classics, Cozy Mysteries, Historical Fiction, Children's Lit, Sci-Fi, and some non-fiction recommendations on Theology/Christian Living and Homemaking. Tell me your favorite summer reads so I can share them in the next newsletter! Text me using the link above. ⬆️NOTES & LINKSAround the World in 80 Days | Jules VerneThe Count of Monte Cristo | Alexander DumasEmma | Jane AustenLady Hardcastle Mysteries | TE KinseyIvy Hill Series | Julie KlassenBelgravia | Julian FellowesThe American Heiress  and Fortune Hunter | Daisy GoodwinMary Poppins Series | PL TraversMrs Piggle-Wiggle Series | Betty MacDonaldRedwall Series | Brian JacquesFive Little Peppers | Margaret SidneyStuart Little, Trumpet of the Swan, Charlotte's Web | EB WhiteThe Chronicles of Narnia | CS LewisOut of the Silent Planet, Perelandra, That Hideous Strength (Ransom Trilogy) | CS LewisJesus the King | Tim KellerEven Better Than Eden | Nancy GuthrieNone Like Him, In His Image | Jen WilkinEve in Exile | Rebekah MerkleMy Dear Hemlock | Tilly DillehayThe Hidden Art of Homemaking | Edith SchaefferNo Ordinary Home; The Uncommon Art of Christ-Centered Homemaking | Carol Jo BrazoThe Life-Giving Home, The Life-Giving Table | Sally ClarksonHomemaking | JR MillerSupport the showHOMEMAKING RESOURCES Free Weekly Newsletter, Homemaker Happy Mail Private Facebook Group, Homemaker Forum Newsletter Archive JR Miller's Homemaking Study Guide Audio Newsletter available to Titus 2 Woman monthly supporters SUPPORT & CONNECT Review | Love The Podcast Contact | Voicemail |Instagram | Facebook | Website | Email Follow | Follow The Podcast Support | theartofhomepodcast.com/support

Award-winning and bestselling author Maggie O'Farrell Hamnet and The Marriage Portrait author takes us behind the scenes of her creative process—from the early struggles of starting out to the discipline and instinct that shape her acclaimed novels.We explore the irresistible drive to write, the role of characters in steering a story, and how she blends history with imagination. Maggie also shares her thoughts on revision, redrafting without ego, and what it really takes to endure in the writing life.We discuss:The insatiable urge to write and the challenges of beginning a novelLetting characters lead and reshaping a story mid-draftWeaving fact and fiction in historical narrativesWhy revision is where the real writing happensHonest feedback, creative resilience, and writing for the long haulABOUT MAGGIE O'FARRELLMaggie O'Farrell is the author of Hamnet (winner of the National Book Critics Circle Award) and I Am, I Am, I Am: Seventeen Brushes with Death, both Sunday Times number 1 bestsellers. Her other works include The Marriage Portrait, The Vanishing Act of Esme Lennox, After You'd Gone, The Hand That First Held Mine (winner of the Costa Novel Award), and Instructions for a Heatwave. Maggie's work is praised for its lyrical prose, emotional depth, and its ability to bring overlooked historical figures to life.*RESOURCES & LINKS

Andrea Catalano is a historical novelist who holds a master of philosophy in historical studies degree from University of Cambridge, UK. Originally from the Boston area, she currently lives in Texas with her husband, children, two fluffy cats, and many, many books. Andrea's debut novel, The First Witch of Boston, comes out in September after years and years of honing her craft. Find her online at www.andreacatalanoauthor.com.   Intro Music by Moby Gratis: https://mobygratis.com/ Outro Music by Dan-o-Songs: https://danosongs.com/   Host Mark Stevens www.writermarkstevens.com   Watch these interviews on YouTube (and subscribe)! https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLBP81nfbKnDRjs-Nar9LNe20138AiPyP8&si=yl_seG5S4soyk216

Welcome back F.A.B. FAM. This week the ladies sink thier teeth into Ryan Cooglers first original film and instant classic, Sinners! Sinners is a genre-blending horror set in 1932 Mississippi. This haunting tale follows twin brothers returning home to escape their past—only to find something far darker waiting for them... Vampires! As always, the crew pulls no punches, unpacking the film's rich themes: the duality of human nature, the eternal struggle between good and evil, and how racism itself is a real-life horror story. Tune in for a conversation that's as gripping as the film. You won't want to miss this one. Cheers!

Episode 271 / Jennifer Marchman, who combines historical fiction and time travel in her books, joins us to discuss embracing your own writing process, dealing with the constant changes in publishing, and the importance of community in the indie author space. Topics:Writing time travel historical fictionInfluence of Texas history and OutlanderPersonal writing process and habitsSetting realistic writing and publishing goalsFounding Austin Indie Authors group

Send us a textJennifer's S. Brown's debut novel, Modern Girls, was a USA Today bestseller, a Massachusetts Book Award “Must Read,” and a 2016 Goodreads Choice semifinalist for Historical Fiction. She teaches writing, both in-person in the Boston area and online through the Loft Literary Center. She holds a BFA in film and television from NYU and an MFA in creative writing from the University of Washington. The Whisper Sister is her second novel. Highlights:How Jennifer's background in film influences her approach to writing fiction.The significance of cultural and familial traditions in storytelling.Why research is one of her favorite parts of the writing process.The importance of being honest about what you don't enjoy in a book.A book flight of historical fiction novels set in the 1920sConnect with Jennifer:FacebookInstagramWebsiteBooks and authors mentioned:Z: A Novel of Zelda Fitzgerald by Therese Anne FowlerHomegoing by Yaa GyasiHarriet the Spy by Louise FitzhughEp. 73 with Huda Al-MarashiAnne of Green Gables by L.M. MontgomeryRemarkably Bright Creatures by Shelby Van PeltIona Iverson's Guide to Commuting by Clare PooleyShark Heart by Emily HabeckYear of Wonders by Geraldine BrooksMatrix by Lauren GroffThe Liar's Gospel by Naomi AldermanAt the Wolf's Table by Rosella PostorinoThe Ice Cream Queen of Orchard Street by Susan Jane GillmanWinesburg, Ohio by Sherwood AndersonThe Love Songs of W.E.B. Dubois by Honore Fanonne JeffersThe Lion Women of Tehran by Marjan KamaliBook FlightThe Girls at the Kingfisher Club by Genevieve Rules of Civility by Amor TowlesReady for a monthly literary adventure? We now have the BFF Book Club. Join us each month to explore a new book. After reading, connect with fellow book lovers and meet the author in a live interview! Can't make it live? Don't worry—we'll send you the recording. You can find all our upcoming book club selections HERE. Support the showBe sure to join the Bookish Flights community on social media. Happy listening! Instagram Facebook Website

In this bonus episode Sebastian responds to listener questions and comments about the Spartan series. He gets a chance to give some more details about the Helots and Spartan women. He also muses at length about the role of historical fiction. If you want to be part of the next bonus feel free to send an email to ourfakehistory@gmail.com.Take your personal data back with Incogni! Use code FAKEHISTORY at the link below and get 60% off anannual plan: http://incogni.com/fakehistorySee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Joan Fernandez is a former senior marketing executive and general partner of the financial powerhouse Edward Jones. In 2018, she retired from a 30+ year career to be a full-time writer. Since leaving the corporate world, she's become a member of the Historical Novel Society, the Author's Guild, and the Women's Fiction Writers Association (WFWA). In April 2020, she founded a Historical Fiction affinity group within WFWA that grew from a handful of people to nearly two hundred authors. Her debut novel, Saving Vincent: A Novel of Jo van Gogh, has just come out — and I had the great privilege of coaching Joan at two points in her long process of writing this book so I had a front row seat to the deep work she did to bring this story to life. Writing about a real person has some particular challenges, and we get into that here.I'm so excited to share our conversation today.Links from the Pod:Historical Novel Societythe Authors GuildWomen's Fiction Writers Association (WFWA)Top Five Regrets of the Dying, Bronnie WareFind Joan at www.joanfernandezauthor.com, or on IG at @joanfernandezauthorWriters and readers! KJ, here. If you love #AmWriting—and I know you do—and especially if you love the regular segment at the end of most episodes where we talk about what we've been reading, you will also love my weekly #AmReading— find it at kjdellantonia.com or kjda.substack.com or by clicking on my name on Substack, if you do that kind of thing. Your #tbr won't be sorry but also: DID YOU KNOW SARINA BOWEN's LATEST BOOK IS OUT NEXT WEEK? That means if you preorder NOW—next week you gets to do a happy dance! Rowan Gallagher is a devoted single mother and a talented architect with a high-profile commission restoring an historic mansion for the most powerful family in Maine. But inside, she's a mess. She knows that stalking her ex's avatar all over Portland on her phone isn't the healthiest way to heal from their breakup. But she's out of ice cream and she's sick of romcoms. Watching his every move is both fascinating and infuriating. He's dining out while she's wallowing on the couch. The last straw comes when he parks in their favorite spot on the waterfront. In a weak moment, she leashes the dog and sets off to see who else is in his car. Instead of catching her ex in a kiss, Rowan becomes the first witness to his murder—and the primary suspect.Digital books at: Amazon | Nook | Apple Books | Kobo | Google Play | Audible Physical books at: Bookshop.org | Amazon | Barnes & Noble | Indigo | More paperback links here! This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit amwriting.substack.com/subscribe

Behind the Veil of Pharaoh's Power Vincent Krivda This episode centers on a profound discussion with Vincent Krivda, who explores the intricate relationship between ancient Egypt's political landscape and the biblical narrative, particularly in his book "Pharaoh's Power." He delves into the concept that the biblical stories serve not merely as religious texts but as reflections of real socio-political dynamics, prompting listeners to reconsider the implications of these narratives in a contemporary context. With a wealth of knowledge drawn from his extensive background in both theology and contracts management, Vincent articulates how understanding the oral traditions and historical contexts can illuminate the motivations and actions of biblical figures. Pastor Bob Thibodeau engages Vincent in thought-provoking dialogue, navigating themes of leadership, authority, and the socio-economic systems that shaped the ancient world. The conversation invites the audience to reflect on how these ancient dynamics still resonate with today's societal structures, encouraging a deeper examination of faith and governance.Takeaways: Pastor Bob Thibodeau's podcast, Kingdom Crossroads, showcases influential Christian figures impacting the world today. Vincent Krivda discusses the deep connection between oral traditions and the socio-political context of ancient Egypt. The podcast highlights the importance of understanding the historical backdrop of biblical narratives for contemporary relevance. Krivda's book, Pharaoh's Historical Fiction in the Bible, explores how ancient Egyptian culture informs modern faith practices. Listeners can gain insights into how the dynamics of leadership and faith intersect within historical contexts. The conversation emphasizes the need for a critical examination of religious texts to uncover deeper moral and ethical lessons. CONTACT INFORMATION: Email: Info@vincentkrivda.com Website: https://vincentkrivda.comBook: Pharaoh's Power: Historical Fiction in the Bible – on Amazon_____________________________________________Check Out These Amazing LinksPastor Bob "HIGHLY" recommends "Captivate.FM" as YOUR podcast host! They have a lot of very helpful features (and more all the time) - and NO CHARGE for the features or upgrades!ModernIQs is a sponsor of the Kingdom Cross Roads Podcast Newsletter: Transform your creative workflow with ModernIQs! Explore AI-powered tools for content creation, from smart question generators to automated blog writers. Streamline and create with ease! Go to ModernIQs.com for more information!Grow your faith and your business with The Faith-Based Business Newsletter! Get practical tips, biblical insights, and strategies for success. Subscribe at