Podcasts about Novella

Jen and Danielle are buddy reading and then deep diving into In Your Dreams by Sarah Adams.So read chapters 38-end for this episode and then see if how we felt matches how you felt! They cover their ratings for the book, their favorite couples and characters and so much more!Tell us what you thought of this book on Instagram!

A Best of 2025 fan-favorite returns in one killer collection: Deadly Second Chances—the summer mini-series that drops you into the Strickfield universe where second chances come with teeth.In Perdition, the Hellweaver discovers an ancient pact that could finally set her free… but only if she offers five doomed souls the chance to rewind their lives—and watches them choose who they really are when fate gives them one more turn of the key. No interference. No do-overs. Just consequences.From cursed revenge and corrupted redemption, to supernatural bargains, killers-in-the-making, and blood-soaked turning points, these five chapters hit like a string of midnight doors slamming shut—each one asking the same question: If you could go back… would you save yourself… or become something worse?Deadly Second Chances by Rob Fields

Jen and Danielle are buddy reading and then deep diving into In Your Dreams by Sarah Adams.So read chapters 30-37 for this episode and then see if how we felt matches how you felt! Episode 61. In Your Dreams: Novella Episode 4 (chapters 38-end) will be live 1/23 so get your reading going!

Jen and Danielle are buddy reading and then deep diving into In Your Dreams by Sarah Adams.So read chapters 22-29 for this episode and then see if how we felt matches how you felt! Episode 60. In Your Dreams: Novella Episode 5 (chapters 30-37) will be live 1/23 so get your reading going!

James points out The Difference Between Novella and Novel and other book and story lengths.

Jen and Danielle are buddy reading and then deep diving into In Your Dreams by Sarah Adams.So read chapters 15-21 for this episode and then see if how we felt matches how you felt! Episode 59. In Your Dreams: Novella Episode 4 (chapters 22-29) will be live 1/22 so get your reading going!

Jen and Danielle are buddy reading and then deep diving into In Your Dreams by Sarah Adams.So read chapters 7-14 for this episode and then see if how we felt matches how you felt! If you missed our first episode, hop back to episode 56 for 1-6.Episode 58. In Your Dreams: Novella Episode 2 will be live 1/16 so get your reading going!As always be sure to hop over to ⁠Instagram⁠ and share your thoughts with us!

Jen and Danielle are buddy reading and then deep diving into In Your Dreams by Sarah Adams.So read chapters 1-6 for this episode and then see if how we felt matches how you felt! Episode 57. In Your Dreams: Novella Episode 2 will be live 1/15 so get your reading going!As always be sure to hop over to Instagram and share your thoughts with us!

Weekly Spooky is kicking off Best of 2025 by revisiting one of the year's most unforgettable nightmares: a college horror novella where a simple night out becomes a spin-the-bottle slasher spiral.Samara thinks she's just stepping outside her comfort zone—new look, new crush, new rules. But in Strickfield, the party games don't stay playful for long. A jealous ex, a too-perfect date, a crowded house full of grinning faces… and the sick feeling that someone is steering the night toward something violent. When flirting turns to fear and the bottle points to the wrong person, Samara is dragged into a nightmare of obsession, humiliation, and survival—and the real game doesn't end when you say “stop.”Inside this episode:College dating dread and a night that goes off the railsFraternity party games that turn predatoryPossession, jealousy, and obsession with a body count waiting in the darkMasked terror and the feeling you were chosen for a reasonIf you love slasher horror, dark romance, twisty psychological dread, and long-form horror stories that escalate like a runaway train—this one's for you. Follow Weekly Spooky for more year-round scares, and don't miss the rest of our Best of 2025 picks all month long.Spin the Bottle — by Rob Fields

About Angela D. Glascock: Let’s be honest: I’m writing this bio. Me. Angela D. Glascock. The author of the book you stumbled upon (Locksmith at the End of the World). So, I’m not going to write about myself in third person because that's awkward. My book, Locksmith at the End of the World: A Dead Silence Novella is about a zombie apocalypse primarily from a dog's point of view; however, shortly after I published it I realized that the book represents the personal apocalypse my family and I experienced after we lost my sister to suicide. When I examined my little zombie book as if it were assigned to me for a literature class, I realized the underlying themes and subjects represented more than what I'd written: zombies (shamblers or WrongHumans) are the loss, the guilt, the anger. My two female characters (Emma and Lucy) represent strength and perseverance: survive all the loss and keep going, regardless of all the nasty stuff floating around in your head. Chester, the dog—the character I most relate to—finds himself thrust into a situation where his person is gone, and his world is a shambles. I’m currently working on the sequel to Locksmith, tentatively titled Foothills and Hollers. I have a blog (who doesn't?) called Biggest, Brightest Star in the Sky: Mostly True Tales. Here I post some of my creative non-fiction pieces, editorials, and essays. My blog is a mix of entertaining (I hope) and seriousness. You’ll find stories I've collected from my dad about growing up in northern Virginia and all the shenanigans and things you couldn’t get away with today. There are also essays about life after losing my sister to suicide. Like most writers, I read A LOT. My favorite genres are memoir and thrillers, but I often indulge in post-apocalyptic and zombie literature. In 1998, my personal essay “Pictures” was chosen for publication in 25 Best Virginia Community College Student Essays: 1998: the Personal Essay. I also have pieces in the Writers of Chantilly anthologies (2016) Rewrite the Ending to… (“Hemorrhage”), (2017) Soundtracks of Our Lives (“Mental Souvenirs” and “River Music”) and (2018) Islands (“Love’s Crimson Caress”). Currently, I am an editorial writer for our neighborhood newspaper, I’m working on a book about my sister, and a book about my grandfather. Angela is a member of the Writers of Chantilly. Learn more here: writersofchantilly.blogspot.com “Locksmith at the End of the World,” by Angela Glascock About Locksmith at the End of the World: A Dead Silence Novella: Dead Silence, Part One: The zombie apocalypse from a dog's point of view. When his person has a heart attack and dies, Chester the dog is thrust into a world where wronghumans stalk in silence and humans become deadly in an instant. He's hungry. He's hurt. He's alone. Wounded while fleeing her burning town, Lucy seeks medical care in an abandoned animal clinic. A locksmith in the Before, she uses her skills to stay quiet and unseen as she loots nearby homes for food as she heals. What she finds in one of the houses gives her hope…and friend, if she can save him. Emma calls them shamblers. The media called them zombies. But in the After, the media is long gone, just like Emma's companions. She's alone in her refuge when shamblers finally break down the barriers and death pours in. Forced into a lonely world where she might be the only one left alive, she moves through the silence, learning survival on the fly while searching for life. Buy the book.

Looking for after Christmas horror stories and scary Christmas stories to keep the season creepy on December 26? Tonight on the Weekly Spooky feed, we're dropping a holiday horror podcast double feature—two full-length Christmas horror novellas built for the quiet, eerie day after Christmas, when the decorations are still up… and the darkness feels closer.This episode is a post-Christmas horror marathon packed with supernatural dread, winter nightmares, and the kind of holiday terror that hits harder once the cheer fades.Stories in this double feature (in order):Mirror Images — by Rob Fields — A sinister mirror doesn't just reflect… it replaces, spawning twisted doubles that want your life more than you do.A Vampire's Holiday — by Rob Fields — A vampire crashes into Strickfield with appetite and ambition, turning Christmas into a hunting season—and dragging everyone into a cold, violent showdown.New here? This episode stands alone—just press play and let the after-Christmas spooky season begin.If you love holiday horror, Christmas horror stories, and a scary story podcast that goes big and cinematic, this one's for you. Hit play, keep the lights low, and don't trust your reflection.

This week, Marshall, Brent, Jenna, Shingai and Wil interview Kate Maruyama and LP about the novella craft book they are collaborating on. Happy Holidays to our amazing community! Links mentioned during the show: Episode 159 - An Interview with Kate Maruyama Kate Maruyama Raw Dog Screaming Press Jenna Hanchey Shingai Njeri Kagunda –Twitter –Instagram Support the Show: Patreon Kofi Indie Bound Contact us! JustKeepWriting.org Discord Facebook Instagram YouTube Marshall: Website: www.marshallcarr.com Email: marshall@marshallcarr.com  Twitter: @darthpops  Nick:  Website: www.brightinks.org Email: nicholasbright@brightinks.org  Twitter: @BrightInks Wil:  Email: wil@justkeepwriting.org  Instagram: @wilsartrules Brent:  Twitter: @BrentCLambert www.brentclambert.com  LP:  Email: lpkindred@wandering.shop Twitter: @LPKindred Linktr.ee/lpkindred  Now, just keep writing!

This work might only be 116 pages, but it feels enormous--in the very best of ways. You could study it for years and not fully comprehend its unique structure, its strange atmosphere and the uncanny originality of this prose. Listen in now to find out why Johnson is held as one of the best American writers of all time.

La 173 è una puntata brevissima, e rimanda il VideoPodcast al 5 gennaio 2026 perché la conduttrice deve partire... Vi aggiorna sulle gare, sul da farsi, e vi augura buone feste, buon Natale. Grazie, a presto, ciao!• Books: https://miry1919.github.io/hugosite/books/• Le Mille e una Novella: https://miry1919.github.io/hugosite/podcast/le-mille-e-una-novella-4/Canale Telegram: https://t.me/miry1919CONTATTITelegram: @miriananovellaInstagram: @miry_geekX (Twitter): @Miry1919Mastodon: @miriananovella@mastodon.socialyoutube.com/@miriananovellaDONAZIONE libera su Satispay: https://miry1919.github.io/hugosite/donors/

La puntata 172 parte parlandovi finalmente della mia vetrina per le medaglie, e le coppe, di altri giochi per la Nintendo Switch 2, Kirby Air Riders, Hades II, Split Fiction, Metroid Prime 4: Beyond. Poi continua col racconto di un piccolo hack che ultimamente mi ha cambiato la vita, e termina con la storia infinita delle mie cuffie Bose QuietComfort Ultra (2ª Gen).• Post Instagram Vetrina: https://www.instagram.com/p/DSAISExjEOz/• Le Mille e una Novella: https://miry1919.github.io/hugosite/podcast/le-mille-e-una-novella-4/Canale Telegram: https://t.me/miry1919CONTATTITelegram: @miriananovellaInstagram: @miry_geekX (Twitter): @Miry1919Mastodon: @miriananovella@mastodon.socialyoutube.com/@miriananovellaDONAZIONE libera su Satispay: https://miry1919.github.io/hugosite/donors/

Welcome to AI Unraveled (December 04, 2025): Your daily strategic briefing on the business impact of AI.Strategic Pillars & Topics

Hey book besties! Happy December! We talk all things holiday traditions, our favorite holiday watches, and must read holiday books! Enjoy! Podcast Instagram: @smutshowpodcast Podcast TikTok: @smutshowpodcastJoin our Facebook group! Become a Patreon subscriber! Connect with Neely:Instagram: @neelykins and @readwithneelyTikTok: @neelymoldovanGoodreads  Connect with Rachel:Instagram: @rachel_mlewis TikTok: @rachel_mlewis Goodreads/StoryGraphFind her book here! To see the books we talked about, visit our Amazon Store Front!

Nella puntata 171 ritorniamo ai nostri standard, con molta gioia ed energia vi parlo di come è terminato il viaggio a Salerno, di alcune castronerie, da correggere, che avevo detto, delle mie gare di nuoto appena disputate, con tutto quello che ho fatto per arrivarci preparata, accennando anche un acquisto fatto per il Black Friday.• "Le Mille e una Novella": https://miry1919.github.io/hugosite/podcast/le-mille-e-una-novella-4/• Bose QuietComfort Ultra a 245€: https://amzn.eu/d/gn7P55dCanale Telegram: https://t.me/miry1919CONTATTITelegram: @miriananovellaInstagram: @miry_geekX (Twitter): @Miry1919Mastodon: @miriananovella@mastodon.socialyoutube.com/@miriananovellaDONAZIONE libera su Satispay: https://miry1919.github.io/hugosite/donors/

When a novella tells you in the jacket copy that twenty sailors went swimming and twenty-one came back, you know you're in for some mystery. But that's obviously not ALL the mystery. I'm still not sure I have all the answers but wow was it fun to look for them. Including digressions about Dr. Seuss, iambic pentameter and so much more!

In this episode, Novella W. Thompson, MBA, MA, ALM-C, FACHE, Hospital Administrator for Population Health, Post-Acute Care, and Continuum Home Health at UVA Health University Medical Center, shares how UVA Health is realizing its vision for integrated, accessible care beyond hospital walls and offers powerful leadership insights on innovation, collaboration, and empowering teams to drive better patient outcomes.

EPISODE 612 - Chris Kauzlarich - Short Story Collection, Menagerie in the Dark, And The Suspense Horror Novella, LAZARUSChris is the author of the short story collection, Menagerie in the Dark, and the suspense horror novella, LAZARUS. He is also a member of The Authors Guild, AWP, and the Chicago Writers Association. In addition to writing and reading extensively, he enjoys hiking, playing video games, binge-watching a good show with his husband and daughter, and simply being a dad. He graduated from Purdue University and lives between Chicago, IL, and Naples, FL, or on the open road in their RV.To stay updated with Chris and discover new books, connect with him on social media or sign up for his newsletter in the box below to receive a FREE ebook of one of his stories!Book: LAZARUSThey promised a world free of disease and suffering, but at what cost?Kami was strong, stronger than the others, but she couldn't outrun them. Taken and bled for one purpose, she holds on, following the spark and whispers of hope...Ruth's life is no longer her own, memories becoming as intangible as smoke, her fingers never able to grasp what had been. That is, until the elixir. The clock has turned back, but a flashing specter remains...Jarum was determined to succeed, founding Lazarus to find the key to immortality no matter the consequences. With ruthless determination, he was on the cusp of infamy until the lights. Until the dark...In a showdown between predators and prey, their stories will become interwoven in a near-future landscape where science at its zenith can't escape its bloody origins, their desires reflecting back at them in the glow of fireflies.Book: Menagerie in the DarkLife often appears darkest just before the dawn of a new day.In Menagerie in the Dark, Chris Kauzlarich immerses us in a speculative journey that explores the darker aspects of the human condition before bringing us back to the surface with the light of a new day. Through fourteen stories, this menagerie of characters faces trials of sorrow, death, loneliness, regret, deception, murder, delight, wonderment, and bliss, revealing what will either strengthen them enough to survive or plunge them to their demise. A boy's home burns down, forcing him to confront a terrifying new world. A man enters a door where he witnesses his wife's death, leaving him devastated; yet, he cannot stop returning to the scene, convinced he can save her. A nurse's patients continue to perish under her care, but she harbors a dark secret—an administered cocktail for nefarious purposes.These and other stories will stretch the limits of your emotions, from heartbreak to horror, leaving you yearning for more.https://www.chriskauzlarich.com/Support the show___https://livingthenextchapter.com/podcast produced by: https://truemediasolutions.ca/Coffee Refills are always appreciated, refill Dave's cup here, and thanks!https://buymeacoffee.com/truemediaca

Brian here letting you know about a new Powder Mage novella in the works. Support on Kickstarter now, or check my website or Amazon feed for updates.This week's conversation with Evan Leikam. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Settle in for a feature-length horror story triple bill—full novellas packed with vampires, blood-soaked nightlife, and a blizzard-born revenant. Perfect for Halloween, spooky season binges, and anyone hunting scary stories that go for the throat without filler.• Vampire Night — Joe RustonCleveland after dark turns carnivorous when a sunglasses-at-midnight predator and his razor-smiled companions drift from a one-way joyride into a neon strip-club nightmare, leaving a trail of sharp-toothed mayhem behind. If you like slick, street-level vampire chaos with attitude, this one sinks in deep. • The Final Yes — Charles CampbellA 227-year-old vampire lives by a chilling rule—you must consent to be turned—but a grandmother named Molly McBride, a vulnerable child, and a hungry hive pull that code toward doom in small-town South Carolina. Consent, corruption, and the consequences of predation collide. • Blood and Snow — Rob FieldsHeiress Veronica Grande flees assassins into the Strickfield backwoods, dies in a whiteout—and rises changed by a warm, tainted river. Now a snow-pale force of nature with inky blood, she hunts the hunter through the blizzard. Think slasher revenge fused with toxic-myth Americana.  New here? Each novella stands alone—queue it up, kill the lights, and press play.

It's the heart of spooky season, and Weekly Spooky is bringing you a triple feature of full-length Halloween horror stories that will keep you up all night. Each of these novellas dives deep into mature, unsettling terror—from cursed soil to haunted technology to the return of one of Strickfield's darkest legends.• Dirt Babies — by Bruce HaneySomething terrible is sprouting in the earth, and it's hungry for more than sunlight. What happens when life—and death—take root in the same soil?• ERASURE — by Morgan MooreA group of teens discovers a mysterious VHS tape that doesn't want to be turned off. Once it starts playing, it starts rewriting reality… and them.• Return to the Cry Baby Bridge — by Rob FieldsThe Strickfield legend continues when a group of thrill-seekers crosses the bridge after midnight—and learns that some urban legends cry for real.These scary Halloween novellas are perfect for long autumn nights, pumpkin-scented candles, and anyone who loves mature, atmospheric horror stories. Turn off the lights, turn up the volume, and spend the night in fear with Weekly Spooky.

Francisco Delgado will read and discuss his novella, On Remembering My Friends, My First Job, and My Second-Favorite Weezer CD (TRP: The University Press of SHSU, July 2025). Winner of the 2024 Clay Reynolds Novella Prize, the book tells the story of Cody Taitano, a CHamoru man who reflects on his teenage years in 1999 while navigating the complexities of parenthood during the COVID-19 pandemic. Prof. Delgado will explore the novellas themes of race, class, and the enduring nature of friendship, as Cody recalls his first job at McDonalds and the music that shaped his life.

This week, Nick, LP, Sameem, Shingai, and Jenna continue the conversation about reading and writing novellas! Links mentioned during the show: Jenna Hanchey Sameem Siddiqui –Twitter –Website Shingai Njeri Kagunda –Twitter –Instagram –Voodoonauts Support the Show: Patreon Kofi Indie Bound Contact us! JustKeepWriting.org Discord Facebook Instagram YouTube Marshall: Website: www.marshallcarr.com Email: marshall@marshallcarr.com  Twitter: @darthpops  Nick:  Website: www.brightinks.org Email: nicholasbright@brightinks.org  Twitter: @BrightInks Wil:  Email: wil@justkeepwriting.org  Instagram: @wilsartrules Brent:  Twitter: @BrentCLambert www.brentclambert.com  LP:  Email: lpkindred@wandering.shop Twitter: @LPKindred Linktr.ee/lpkindred  Now, just keep writing!

Experience a chilling Halloween horror story with "The Lone Candy House — A Halloween Tale of Vanishing Kids"!On a spooky Halloween night, a mysterious house emerges at the edge of Strickfield, its porch glowing and candy temptingly sweet. But what begins as a fun trick-or-treat adventure turns into a terrifying nightmare when a group of kids encounters locked doors, whispering mirrors, and the haunting echoes of missing children.If you love spooky stories, Halloween horror tales, and creepy legends, this episode delivers a sinister atmosphere filled with suspense, dark secrets, and a curse that must be broken before dawn. Perfect for late-night chills, ghost stories, and binge listening during spooky season. Join us for this haunted Halloween adventure—queue it up, turn off the lights, and discover the terrifying truth behind the Lone Candy House.The Legend of the Lone Candy House — by Rob FieldsSupport the show AND get delicious coffee for a creepy night in at 25% off using code “SPOOKY”https://savorista.com/discount/SPOOKY

It's Halloween time and our latest scary story dives into a cannibal killer who hunts his victims, blending horror with a chilling culinary obsession.'When a devoted husband vanishes during his evening run, his wife Cora refuses to accept the police's easy answers. Her desperate search pulls her into a nightmare of blood, muscle, and madness—where primal hunger meets the modern world.Alongside a reluctant gym bro named Troy, Cora uncovers a horrifying truth about the man stalking her town… a cannibal gourmet who grades his meals by muscle tone and marbling. As Halloween looms, the line between predator and prey begins to blur—and the hungriest beast might not be the one in the woods.This twisted novella-length horror story from David O'Hanlon serves up dark humor, brutal tension, and grisly realism, blending serial killer terror, survival horror, and macabre culinary obsession into one unforgettable tale.Perfect for fans of Hannibal, Dexter, and The Texas Chain Saw Massacre—this story will leave you horrified, amused, and maybe a little hungry.Modern Tastes — by David O'Hanlon

This week, Marshall, Nick, LP, Sameem, Jenna, Brent and Wil dive into reading and writing novellas! Links mentioned during the show: Episode 159 - An Interview with Kate Maruyama Jenna Hanchey Sameem Siddiqui –Twitter –Website Support the Show: Patreon Kofi Indie Bound Contact us! JustKeepWriting.org Discord Facebook Instagram YouTube Marshall: Website: www.marshallcarr.com Email: marshall@marshallcarr.com  Twitter: @darthpops  Nick:  Website: www.brightinks.org Email: nicholasbright@brightinks.org  Twitter: @BrightInks Wil:  Email: wil@justkeepwriting.org  Instagram: @wilsartrules Brent:  Twitter: @BrentCLambert www.brentclambert.com  LP:  Email: lpkindred@wandering.shop Twitter: @LPKindred Linktr.ee/lpkindred  Now, just keep writing!

If you crave Halloween scary stories, vampire battles, supernatural showdowns, and long, immersive horror podcasts, this feature-length nightmare is for you. Kick off 31 Days of Halloween with a Full-Length Horror Story that drips with blood, fangs, and supernatural terror. Madelyne's Revenge unleashes vampires, monsters, and a spider-girl heroine in a battle that could decide the fate of an entire town.Felicia Bates thought her spider's strength could protect her family… until the unkillable Madelyne Donnerly returns from the grave. With vampire hordes, a devil's bargain, and a fight that stretches into the Backwoods, this isn't just a scary tale — it's a Halloween horror epic.Madelyne's Revenge — by Rob FieldsAnd it's just the beginning… because Weekly Spooky is dropping 31 shows in 31 days this October.

In this episode of Page Burners, the hosts delve into the novella 'Blood Follows' from the Malazan series, discussing character dynamics, humor, and the implications of necromancy. They explore the cliffhanger ending, the setting of Mole, and the mysteries surrounding the protagonist Reese's family. The conversation highlights the blending of horror and humor in the narrative, as well as connections to the broader Malazan lore. In this conversation, the participants delve into the intricate themes of necromancy, folklore, and character dynamics within the Malazan universe. They explore the connections between water and the undead, the gothic tropes reminiscent of Frankenstein, and the humor intertwined with darkness in character interactions. The discussion also touches on the potential for future novellas and the complexities of characters like Bacolaine and the bounty hunter, highlighting the charm of evil and the psychological depth of the narrative. The conversation concludes with reflections on the journey ahead in the Malazan series.Send us a messageSupport the showPage Chewing Blog Page Chewing Forum Film Chewing PodcastSpeculative Speculations Podcast Support the podcast via PayPal Join Riverside.fm Co-Hosts and friends: Jarrod Varsha Chris Jose Carl D. Albert (author) Holly Tinsley (author) Susana Imaginário (author) Tim Hardie (author) Thomas J. Devens (author) Michael R. Fletcher (author) Janny Wurts (author)

In this episode of This Teenage Life, we hear from teens who have published their stories with Novelly, a platform amplifying teen voices. We hear about what it means to be a writer, and the powerful possibilities of storytelling. If you're interested in reading awesome teen authors or becoming a teen author yourself, check out Novelly at:  https://www.novelly.org/

La quarta giornata del Decameron si apre con la novella delle papere: Boccaccio risponde alle accuse e rivendica il valore del suo racconto.

Griselda è la protagonista di una prova estrema di fedeltà e umiltà. Boccaccio chiude il Decameron con una riflessione sulla dignità e la virtù.

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Smack and Gabi are back from being, um, busy and stuff, and we have a lot to catch up on!  Smack goes feral and rabid for the first time since college over a Nebula finalist with an enormous cliffhanger and a contemporary werewolf black cat/golden retriever romance.  Gabi “complains” about being trapped on a plane with hours of enforced reading time on her way to and from Brazil and recaps her vacation reading highlights.  We also discuss our current and upcoming reads for the final month of Mysterious Galaxy Summer Bingo with a lot of anticipation for showdown throwdown.  Most importantly, we are celebrating the release of Smack's first novella, Death Valley Blooms, available as of today!!  Order now at: https://www.mystgalaxy.com/book/9781966503125Books discussed this episode include:Asunder by Kerstin HallTeixcalaan series by Arkady MartineDeath Valley Blooms by S. M. MackFan Service by Rosie DananThe Scholomance series by Naomi NovikThe Geographer's Map to Romance (Love's Academic #2) by India HoltonThe Undercutting of Rosie and Adam (Hart and Mercy #3) by Megan BannenEvander Mills series by Lev AC RosenThe Sunken Archive series by Sylvie CathrallThe Dragonfly Gambit by A.D. SuiThe Clocktaur Wars series by T. KingfisherMagical/Realism: Essays on Music, Memory, Fantasy, and Borders by Vanessa Angélica VillarrealThe Bane Witch by Ava Morgyn

Welcome, writers and book lovers. The Bleeders is a podcast about book writing and publishing. Make sure you subscribe to the companion Substack: https://thebleeders.substack.com/welcomeToday's guest is author Chloe Caldwell's second interview for The Bleeders podcast. In this episode, Chloe shares two submission stories—one a nightmare and one a dream—along with advice for other writers on submission. Follow Chloe on Instagram @chloeeeecaldwell and buy her new memoir, Trying, out on August 5th from Graywolf Press. If you missed Chloe's first interview, listen here.The Bleeders is hosted by Courtney Kocak. Follow her on Instagram @courtneykocak and Bluesky @courtneykocak.bsky.social. For more, check out her website courtneykocak.com.Courtney is teaching some upcoming workshops you might be interested in:Land Big Bylines by Writing for Columns: https://writingworkshops.com/products/land-big-bylines-by-writing-for-columns-zoom-seminarThe Multi-Passionate Writer's Life: https://writeordiemag.com/workshops/p/the-multi-passionate-writers-lifeHow to Build a “Platform” for Writers Who Shudder at the Thought: https://writingworkshops.com/products/how-to-build-a-platform-for-writers-who-shudder-at-the-thought-zoom-seminarBack to School Pitch Party (use code BLEEDERS for $75 off): https://www.courtneykocak.com/teachingCreating Your Podcast: https://www.roadmapwriters.com/products/creating-your-podcast-0Start a Newsletter to Supercharge Your Platform, Network and Business: https://writingworkshops.com/products/start-a-newsletter-to-supercharge-your-platform-network-business-zoom-seminarPodcasting for Writers: How to Start, Sustain & Grow Your Podcast: https://writingworkshops.com/products/podcasting-for-writers-how-to-start-sustain-grow-your-podcast-4-week-zoom-workshop

It's been a while but we're back with a new episode to pay respects to some of the fallin' celebrities in July! YouTuber/music critic John from the channel "What's Spinning" stops by as a guest co-host. Both him and Jarrell discuss some of their favorite albums of 2025 so far. Also, John promotes his new novella book available NOW!Check out his music reviews and rankings on his channel: What's Spinning? - YouTubePick up a copy of his latest book "Borrowed Faces": Amazon.com: Borrowed Faces: 9798288763366: Hannigan, John: BooksFollow him on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/whatsspinningreviewsWe actually did a "Pre-death" tribute to Hulk Hogan over a year ago! Check out the video here: https://youtu.be/EtEsAj53HC8?si=MCC7vnh2vg07VKMMPlease subscribe to the podcast/YouTube channel and follow us on the socials!Email: njhybridradio@gmail.comFacebook: https://facebook.com/puppetreviews15Twitter: https://twitter.com/puppetreviews15Instagram: https://instagram.com/puppetreviews15Patreon: https://patreon.com/puppetperspectivesYou can also support us with a donation here: ⁠Puppet Perspectives is Podcasts and YouTube videos (buymeacoffee.com)Support the show

We're reopening the gateway…Last Summer's mini-series Portals by Rob Fields is back for a special encore presentation. This terrifying sci-fi horror novella unfolds across multiple dimensions, strange timelines, and pulse-pounding realities.A group of strangers awaken in a sealed facility—with no memory of how they got there. When the walls begin to shift and strange doors open, they quickly realize they're trapped in a place where time is fractured, and monsters roam freely. Some want to escape. Some want to explore. And some… aren't what they appear to be.With each door they open, reality twists. But one thing is certain: someone—or something—is watching.Whether you're revisiting the madness or entering the portal for the first time, you're in for an unforgettable ride.

Martha Wells's career shifted into a whole new gear with the launch of her series “The Murderbot Diaries” which was a surprising success out of the gate. In episode 351, join Luke Elliott and James Bailey as they begin their journey with one of Sci-Fi's newest beloved characters, explore the origins of the iconic bot, unpack neurodivergence coding, talk nonbinary representation, and avoid eye contact as much as possible. Join them next week for the first five episodes of the TV show on Apple! How Martha Wells Wrote Murderbot: https://www.wired.com/story/murderbot-she-wrote-martha-wells/ Pickup All Systems Red or any of the novels they've covered at the Ink to Film Bookshop! https://bookshop.org/shop/inktofilm Support Ink to Film on Patreon for bonus content, merch, and the ability to vote on upcoming projects! https://www.patreon.com/inktofilm Ink to Film's Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, Bluesky (@inktofilm) Home Base: inktofilm.com Luke Elliott Website: www.lukeelliottauthor.com Social Media: https://www.lukeelliottauthor.com/social Writings: https://www.lukeelliottauthor.com/publications James Bailey Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/jamebail.bsky.social IG: https://www.instagram.com/jamebail/

Welcome to summer. School is out. It's hot. The chorus of I'm bored has begun. But let's be honest. It's not just the kids who get bored. Parents get bored too. We just aren't allowed to complain about it as loudly. On this episode of Childproof Tori and Gwenna discuss how they cope with their own boredom and teach kids how to be bored while doing it. From hobby collections to dreaming up group activities, bored boring boredom is not the end of the world.We want to hear from you. How do you handle your boredom? Email us at childproofmail@gmail.comClick Here:Subscribe to ChildproofMerchGwenna's newest Novella, The Soul's Guide to the After Death Preorder Gwenna's new book Did you hear that announcement?

We will be playing some episodes from our archives for a few weeks this Summer - let's kick it off with this classic from October 2013! THE WARREN OMISSION.WAS THE STORY OF The Conjuring the true story of how Ed and Lorraine Warren fought demonic forces in Rhode Island? In this special episode of MonsterTalk, we hear a different side to the story of America's first family of ghost hunting. Features interviews with investigators Joe Nickell and Steven Novella.Full NotesBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/monstertalk--6267523/support.

Daughter of printmakers and painters – an English Romany father and Scottish-English-Irish mother – Lynn Hutchinson Lee is a multidisciplinary artist and writer based in Toronto, Canada. Lynn spent her childhood summers in a forest surrounded by marshes and bogs, and their lush beauty and magic haunt her writing. She was first place winner of the 2022 Joy Kogawa Award for Fiction. Her writing is published in Room; Weird Horror; Northern Nights; KIN: An Anthology of Poetry, Story and Art by Women from Romani, Traveller and Nomadic Communities; Prairie Fire's 50 Over 50; Wagtail: The Romani Women's Poetry Anthology; Guernica's This Will Only Take a Minute (winning the Editor's Choice Award); and elsewhere. She is co-editor of Through the Portal: Tales from a Hopeful Dystopia (Exile Editions). Following her novella Origins of Desire in Orchid Fens, her novel Nightshade, shortlisted for the Guernica Prize, will be released by Assembly Press in 2026.No major spoilers about Origins of Desire in Orchid Fens, but we do discuss the plot at length from 26 mins-45 mins. Romani crushes for this episode are Mihaela Drăgan of Giuvlipen and the late and great Ronald Lee. Thank you for listening to Romanistan podcast.You can find us on Instagram, TikTok, and Facebook @romanistanpodcast, and on Twitter @romanistanpod. To support us, Join our Patreon for extra content or donate to Ko-fi.com/romanistan, and please rate, review, and subscribe. It helps us so much. Follow Jez on Instagram @jezmina.vonthiele & Paulina @romaniholistic. You can get our book Secrets of Romani Fortune Telling, online or wherever books are sold. Visit romanistanpodcast.com for events, educational resources, merch, and more. Please support our book tour fundraiser if you can. Email us at romanistanpodcast@gmail.com for inquiries. Romanistan is hosted by Jezmina Von Thiele and Paulina StevensConceived of by Paulina StevensEdited by Viktor PachasWith Music by Viktor PachasAnd Artwork by Elijah Vardo

Author Richie Billing discusses his new fantasy novella, Together We Rise, a story about revolution against a corrupt government in a world were life has become a fight for survival. Richie took inspiration from real-world events and the plight of many around the globe. This story is told from multiple points of view—workers, healers, children, police officers, criminals, and so on. Each chapter follows a different character, and the story unfolds like a baton relay race, with each character handing off to the next, chapter by chapter, until we see the entire story unfold. Richie also used AI to create a soundtrack to accompany this novella.

In this episode, I welcome Eric Vespe from The Kingcast to the show for reviews of two of Stephen King's short fiction offerings: The Jaunt (Skeleton Crew) and The Dreamers (You Like It Darker)! We also talk about all things King, The Dark Tower, podcasting, The Stand, The Life of Chuck, and a ton of other things.   Timestamps Show Start - 00:40 Introducing Eric - 02:22 Pre-Review King Chat - 05:42   Reviews The Jaunt - 1:02:52 The Dreamers - 1:23:10   Closing the Ep - 1:48:04 Patreon Clip - 1:52:20   Related Links Never Flinch The Kingcast   Our Patreon Homepage $4/month – Stephen King Specialty Tier Stephen King Content on Our Patreon My 2025 Podcast and Writing Archive Immediate Reaction - Drop (2025) - Apr 7, 2025 Patreon - Severance Episode Reviews   Tower Junkies: The Masterlist Tower Junkies: Episode Archive Matt's Top 19 King Novels Matt's Top 19 King Adaptations Tiny's Top 19 King Novels Tiny's Top 19 King Adaptations   Support Us on Patreon for Exclusive Content Official OV Merch Buy Me A Coffee Obsessive Viewer Obsessive Viewer Presents: Anthology Start Your Podcast with Libsyn Using Promo Code OBSESS Follow Us on Social Media My Letterboxd | YouTube | Facebook | Twitter Instagram | Threads | Bluesky | TikTok | Tiny's Letterboxd   Mic Info Matt: ElectroVoice RE20 into RØDEcaster Pro II  (Firmware: 1.5.4) Eric: Blue Yeti via Google Meet   Episode Homepage: TowerJunkiesPod.com/095/

In the latest episode of Unlocking Academia, Raja Aderdor, the host, delves deeper into this fascinating work with Jeremy Farrell, a Postdoctoral Research Scholar at Leiden University, who co-authored a translation of this novella. Jeremy shares his insights into the satire, the medical practices described, and how Ibn Buṭlān's critique resonates with today's debates on medicine and misinformation. The Doctors' Dinner Party: A Satirical Novella by Ibn Buṭlān (NYU Press, 2023) is an eleventh-century work that presents a sharp critique of the medical profession. Set in a medical milieu, the story follows a young doctor invited to dinner with a group of older, supposedly more experienced physicians. As the conversation unfolds, their incompetence becomes obvious, and Ibn Buṭlān uses humor to expose the hypocrisy and pretensions of these quack doctors. Written by the accomplished physician Ibn Buṭlān, the novella not only satirizes the medical profession but also showcases the author's deep technical knowledge of medicine, including practices like surgery, bloodletting, and medicines. He weaves in references to the great thinkers and physicians of the ancient world, such as Hippocrates, Galen, and Socrates, adding layers of depth to the text. The novella is structured with a question-and-answer format associated with technical literature, while also incorporating verse and subtexts that hint at the older physicians' infatuation with their young guest. This balance of literary parody and social critique makes The Doctors' Dinner Party a rich and entertaining read. A bilingual Arabic-English edition, The Doctors' Dinner Party remains a significant work that continues to offer both humor and sharp critique, making it relevant to modern readers in discussions around medicine, ethics, and social norms. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/new-books-network

We rejoin Nathaniel in Australia, where he is excavating ancient ruins. He believes these ruins are the place where he was held captive during his period of amnesia. Despite his apprehensions, he finds himself increasingly drawn into the darkness of the excavation site. What horrors await him?You can support the channel via our Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thewelltoldtale Books - (buying books from our Bookshop.org shop helps support this channel while also supporting local bookshops, at no cost to you): Books by our favourite authors - https://uk.bookshop.org/lists/the-well-told-tale Buy The Shadow out of Time: https://uk.bookshop.org/a/9522/9781910593967 Lovecraftian Horror Anthologies Shadows Over Innsmouth - https://uk.bookshop.org/a/9522/9781781165287 Weird Shadows Over Innsmouth - https://uk.bookshop.org/a/9522/9781781165294 Weirder Shadows Over Innsmouth - https://uk.bookshop.org/a/9522/9781783291311 Lovecraft's Tales The Complete Cthulhu Mythos Tales - https://uk.bookshop.org/a/9522/9781435162556 The Complete Fiction of H. P. Lovecraft - https://uk.bookshop.org/a/9522/9781631060014 The Call of Cthulhu and other stories - https://uk.bookshop.org/a/9522/9781631498398 I would like to thank my patrons: Maura Lee, Jane, John Bowles, Cade Norman, Matt Woodward, Cho Jinn and Douglas HarleySupport the show

Last week, we were introduced to our protagonist, Nathaniel Wingate Peaslee, who cannot remember what happened to him between 1908 and 1913. During that time, it appears he was overtaken by another personality. He has dreams of being a prisoner in an alien land. Nathaniel also discovered that he is not the only person who has experienced these feelings and dreams. What could it all mean?You can support the channel via our Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thewelltoldtale  Books - (buying books from our Bookshop.org shop helps support this channel while also supporting local bookshops, at no cost to you): Books by our favourite authors - https://uk.bookshop.org/lists/the-well-told-tale  Buy The Shadow out of Time: https://uk.bookshop.org/a/9522/9781910593967  Lovecraftian Horror Anthologies Shadows Over Innsmouth - https://uk.bookshop.org/a/9522/9781781165287 Weird Shadows Over Innsmouth - https://uk.bookshop.org/a/9522/9781781165294  Weirder Shadows Over Innsmouth - https://uk.bookshop.org/a/9522/9781783291311  Lovecraft's Tales The Complete Cthulhu Mythos Tales - https://uk.bookshop.org/a/9522/9781435162556  The Complete Fiction of H. P. Lovecraft - https://uk.bookshop.org/a/9522/9781631060014  The Call of Cthulhu and other stories - https://uk.bookshop.org/a/9522/9781631498398  I would like to thank my patrons: Maura Lee, Jane, John Bowles, Cade Norman, Matt Woodward, Cho Jinn and Douglas HarleySupport the show