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Welcome to Gemini. Remington reveals his Gemini to do list. Jeana is high on her own supply after completing a project. Together they discuss novellas, moviemaking, why tarot is better than astrology, how a pendulum reading backfired, and digging holes for bleeding hearts. - "LIVING TAROT OF THE INITIATES" 3 SPOTS LEFT : Sign Up Now THURSDAY THRIVE GET YOUR CLASS PASS YOUR WEEK AHEAD (May 17-23) Catch Up Here
EPISODE 710 - Corey Croft - Wrestling With Your Writing, A Novella - France V. BrazilIn this episode, author Corey Croft joins the show from Vancouver to explore the realities of writing, the creative life and the difficult choices facing modern authors. Corey speaks candidly about the tension between traditional and independent publishing, explaining that neither path is easy. One demands the perseverance to face repeated rejection while the other requires the stamina to handle every piece of the work alone. For Corey, the deciding factor always comes back to feedback. Writers need readers, and honest critique can illuminate which publishing route makes sense and what a story truly needs.Corey describes his creative evolution from a younger, more dramatic writer to one now grounded in clarity, craft and emotional honesty. He explains how his latest novella France v Brazil ninety eight reflects this transition. The book is a compact, introspective character study about a man unraveling emotionally and spiritually after years of isolation. It blends existential themes with dark humour in a way that nods to Camus and Sartre, posing questions about control, freedom and the limits of understanding oneself. Corey emphasizes that while the subject matter is heavy, the story is not meant to glamorize mental illness. Instead, it seeks to express genuine human struggle in a way that lets readers see themselves in the character's vulnerabilities.The conversation turns toward artistry and presentation, including Corey's unconventional book covers and his longstanding creative collaboration with his brother. He explains that he values originality over trends, both in visuals and in writing, and that experimentation is essential for growth. Corey also speaks openly about how his characters often begin as reflections of his own emotions. Revisiting old drafts feels like revisiting earlier versions of himself, allowing him to refine characters from anger into something more complex and relatable.Though the novella is small in scope, Corey intends its impact to be personal and profound. He hopes readers approach his work without preconceived notions and feel something authentic, whether admiration or discomfort. For him, art exists to make people think, feel and question, not to provide easy answers.Corey shares his website and social links where readers can explore his stories, poetry and upcoming soft launch. He notes that while self-promotion remains a challenge, creating art for its own sake continues to drive him.Key Takeaway:Corey Croft's work reminds us that writing is both introspection and connection. The most powerful stories emerge when we let go of perfection, invite feedback and embrace the honest, messy work of understanding ourselves through the characters we create.https://coreycroftauthor.com/Send us Fan MailSupport 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
Listen to the full podcast: https://bit.ly/SKMPJORGENSONEric Jorgenson spent five years distilling the mind of the most consequential entrepreneur alive, and the result is The Book of Elon. This is a conversation of what it actually means to bet on the future: having kids, choosing missions, staying hungry when life gets comfortable, and why the people who've tried to do anything in the world understand Elon in a way casual critics never will. This one goes deep on the SpaceX mafia and what the IPO means for hardware's next era, why science fiction isn't entertainment but a pull toward a future that's already written, the midwit curve, productivity porn, and the tension between being radically generous with your time and building the thing you're actually here to build. If you've been sleeping on what's coming in Austin, in energy, in AI, in space, this is your wake-up call.Follow Eric:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/erjorgensonX: https://x.com/EricJorgensonWebsite: https://www.ejorgenson.comThe Book of Elon: https://www.elonmuskbook.org00:27 The Book of Elon06:11 Pro-Human vs. The Algorithm08:19 San Francisco's Slow Poison11:15 Naval, Balaji, Elon — Three Escapes14:19 Why Elon Repeats Himself22:09 Elon Skeptics Are Missing the Plot28:16 Productivity Porn36:29 SpaceX IPO Changes Everything45:00 Science Fiction as a Pull to the Future48:48 The Machine Stops (1909 Novella)53:40 Why Long Books Rule01:00:00 The New Richest Person Archetype01:05:18 The Middle Generation Tension01:10:00 AI as a Black Box Weapon01:19:31 AI Adoption Through Invisible Products01:25:00 Why Austin Is Getting It Right01:28:44 California Could Still Come Back01:31:05 Get the Book of ElonListen to the complete episodes of Sky King's Mental Playground, sign up at skmp.supercast.comFollow Sky on XSubscribe on YouTubeFollow Sky on Instagram Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Új podcast sorozatunk Kassák Lajos önéletrajzi ihletésű írásait egy novellaválogatással egészíti ki. Kéthetente szerdán jelentkezünk a folytatással! A rövidebb-hosszabb írások fiatal színészek, Ferenczy-Nagy Boglárka, Lehel Vilmos, Regös Simon és Vízi Dávid hangján szólalnak meg. A novella egy galamb, Tóbiás életét követi végiga születéstől a pusztulásig: a padláson kikelt fióka egy kamasz fiú rajongó szeretetében fejlődik, majd eladják, és egy szegény családhoz kerül, ahol egyszerre tapasztal gyengédséget és önző, erőszakos bánásmódot, mígnem egy tragikus véletlen véget vet az életének. A történet életrajzi elemeket istartalmaz, külön ereje, hogy Kassák – aki maga is szenvedélyes galambász volt, és városi otthonában háziállatként tartott legendássá vált galambját pont Tóbiásnak hívták – rendkívül pontos, szeretetteljes megfigyelésekkel ábrázoljaa madarak viselkedését, mozdulatait és „személyiségét”. Felolvasó: Vízi Dávid
Isaia 61 è uno dei capitoli più importanti e messianici di tutto il libro del profeta. Contiene l'annuncio del Messia unto dallo Spirito del Signore per annunciare la buona novella ai poveri, guarire i cuori spezzati, proclamare la liberazione ai prigionieri e l'anno di grazia del Signore. Gesù stesso legge proprio questo brano nella sinagoga di Nazareth dichiarando che si è compiuto. In questa puntata Spirito 420 (undicesimo commento su Isaia) analizziamo versetto per versetto il testo, il suo contesto e il profondo significato per la vita cristiana: consolazione, gioia, giustizia, restaurazione e la missione di Gesù che continua oggi nella Chiesa.
Bronson Novella is an indie punk/folk rock duo from Ottawa, Ontario, known for their emotive songwriting and intimate blend of folk, rock, and alternative influences. They've played numerous shows around Ottawa venues including gigs at LIVE! on Elgin and at the House of TARG and have celebrated releases like their EP Bronson Novella "Is Worried About You" which helped cement their place as an emerging voice in the area's indie circuit.Bronson Novella blends thoughtful lyrics with dynamic acoustic and electric textures, making them a memorable act within the city's tight‑knit music community.Based in the city's vibrant local scene, the band has been featured on the Ego & Vice sister podcast, The South Hood Stereo Music Showcase, where their track “Let Me Rest” was highlighted alongside other local acts https://linktr.ee/bronsonnovellaEgoandvicepodcast.com egoandvice@gmail.com
Gang's all here and we are all buddy reading Kate Golden's Half City ! A Fantasy book set in a city AND has a secret university teaching how to kill demons. SO many shenanigans ahead! Get ready for a breakdown of chapters 39-end as we dive into this fantasy read.Be sure to head over to Instagram for our announcement of our next Buddy Read!
Gang's all here and we are all buddy reading Kate Golden's Half City ! A Fantasy book set in a city AND has a secret university teaching how to kill demons. SO many shenanigans ahead! Get ready for a breakdown of chapters 26-38 as we dive into this fantasy read.Our next episode will cover 39-end so get reading so you are ready for the next installment!Be sure to head over to instagram and share with us your thoughts on these chapters!
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In this episode, I'm thrilled to share a very special preview with you all! I recently had a short story published in The Running Wild Anthology Number One, a fantastic collection of unique and captivating tales. Tune in as I read an exclusive excerpt from my story. If you enjoy this sneak peek and want to find out what happens next—as well as discover a whole bunch of other amazing short stories by talented authors—please consider grabbing a copy of the book! Get your copy of The Running Wild Anthology Number One here:
Gang's all here and we are all buddy reading Kate Golden's Half City ! A Fantasy book set in a city AND has a secret university teaching how to kill demons. SO many shenanigans ahead! Get ready for a breakdown of chapters 13-25 as we dive into this fantasy read.Our next episode will cover 26-38 so get reading so you are ready for the next installment!Be sure to head over to instagram and share with us your thoughts on these chapters!
Gang's all here and we are all buddy reading Kate Golden's Half City ! A Fantasy book set in a city AND has a secret university teaching how to kill demons. SO many shenanigans ahead! Get ready for a breakdown of chapters 1-12 as we dive into this fantasy read.Our next episode will cover 13-25 so get reading so you are ready for the next installment!Be sure to head over to instagram and share with us your thoughts on these chapters!
Fatal Mistake opens in a dying, collapsed world — a ruined island city divided between the fortified enclave of Eastward, where the privileged few cling to order, and the brutal wastelands outside its walls: the Ruins and the Slopes, where survival is the only law. Two storylines run in parallel. In the present, we meet Harry Hell — a former elite assassin who has spent five years hunting the most dangerous woman alive: a killer known only as Nectar. The story begins with her turning the tables on two of his men sent to find her, slitting one's throat and sending the other back with a message. Harry is cold, purposeful, and consumed by a single obsession — avenging the death of Raul, his partner and the only person he ever loved, who Nectar killed. Running alongside that is the origin story of both characters. Harry was born Harold Hellerman, the privileged twin son of a ruthless banker, handed over to Control — the island's iron governing body — as a teenager to be trained as an Eliminator, their word for assassin. His twin Elliot went with him. They were the best of the best, shaped from childhood into something barely human. Harry is cold and questioning; Elliot is eager and thrilled by the violence in a way that quietly disturbs his brother. Nectar's story is the mirror image. Born on a factory floor to a mother who disappeared and left her to fend for herself in the Ruins, she was found by an old seer called Witch Woman, who recognized something extraordinary and terrifying in the child and trained her into a legend. By the time she was a teenager she was already feared. By adulthood she was untouchable. By the end of chapter ten, the two worlds are on a collision course neither can escape — and we understand that what's coming isn't just a fight to the death. It's the only ending two people like this were ever going to have.
In addition to my weekly 3-chapter installments of 'Night Flight to Murder Town: A Marshall James Thriller,' I'm offering up three extra-long listens of 'Fatal Mistake: A Harry Hell Novella.' It's the first of three novellas planned that take us on the wild journey that is Harry Hell's life. Queer, dystopian, fearsome. Fatal Mistake opens in a dying, collapsed world — a ruined island city divided between the fortified enclave of Eastward, where the privileged few cling to order, and the brutal wastelands outside its walls: the Ruins and the Slopes, where survival is the only law. Two storylines run in parallel. In the present, we meet Harry Hell — a former elite assassin who has spent five years hunting the most dangerous woman alive: a killer known only as Nectar. The story begins with her turning the tables on two of his men sent to find her, slitting one's throat and sending the other back with a message. Harry is cold, purposeful, and consumed by a single obsession — avenging the death of Raul, his partner and the only person he ever loved, who Nectar killed.
Brea and Mallory tick off another box on the 2026 Reading Glasses Challenge: participate in a readathon! Plus, they give tips on finding novellas and recommend romance with protagonists that use wheelchairs. Email us at readingglassespodcast at gmail dot com! Reading Glasses Merch Recommendations Store The Reading Glasses Book! Sponsors - IngramSpark Links - Reading Glasses Facebook Group Reading Glasses Goodreads Group Wish List Newsletter Libro.fm To join our Discord channel, email us proof of your Reading-Glasses-supporting Maximum Fun membership!www.maximumfun.org/joinTor dot com831 Stories Books Mentioned -Reinventing Love by Mona Chollet, translated by Susan EmanuelMetropolitan Life by Fran Lebowitz Knot My Type by Evie Mitchell The Year We Fell Down by Sabrina BowenUnbroken: 13 Stories Starring Disabled Teens edited by Marieke Nijkamp
In addition to my weekly 3-chapter installments of 'Night Flight to Murder Town: A Marshall James Thriller,' I'm offering up three extra-long listens of 'Fatal Mistake: A Harry Hell Novella.' It's the first of three novellas planned that take us on the wild journey that is Harry Hell's life. Queer, dystopian, fearsome. Fatal Mistake opens in a dying, collapsed world — a ruined island city divided between the fortified enclave of Eastward, where the privileged few cling to order, and the brutal wastelands outside its walls: the Ruins and the Slopes, where survival is the only law. Two storylines run in parallel. In the present, we meet Harry Hell — a former elite assassin who has spent five years hunting the most dangerous woman alive: a killer known only as Nectar. The story begins with her turning the tables on two of his men sent to find her, slitting one's throat and sending the other back with a message. Harry is cold, purposeful, and consumed by a single obsession — avenging the death of Raul, his partner and the only person he ever loved, who Nectar killed. By the end of chapter ten, the two worlds are on a collision course neither can escape — and we understand that what's coming isn't just a fight to the death. It's the only ending two people like this were ever going to have.
The Writers Advice Podcast is bought to you by Booksprout. Booksprout is my go-to platform to share my stories with readers to engage with reviewers before they are launched with the rest of the world. Head to booksprout to increase your online reviews today!This week on the Writers Advice Podcast I am joined by Author, John Morrissey,On this episode John and I talk about:- Writing Short Stories, Novella's and then moving towards a Novel- How He Gets His Ideas- Writing Sci-Fi- His New Book Bird Deity- and all of his advice for up and coming writersGRAB JOHN'S BOOK HEREBILLIONAIRE ISLAND PAPERBACKBILLIONAIRE ISLAND KINDLEGet your copy of the Limited-Edition WRITERS JOURNALTHE WRITING PROMPT CARDSJOIN THE WRITERS ADVICE FACEBOOK GROUPBecome a part of my ARC TEAM HEREJoin us on Instagram:@writersadvicepodcastContact Me:Website: oliviahillier.comInstagram: @oliviahillierauthorTikTok: @oliviahillierauthor
Jen and Danielle are buddy reading Ashley Poston's Sounds Like Love! A rom-com with a dash of whimsy as Joni navigates writers block, family drama and a voice/song in her head!Get ready for a breakdown of chapters 35-end and they dive into this delightful read.Our next buddy read will be Half City by Kate Golden! So get your copy ordered today so you are ready!Be sure to head over to instagram and share with us your thoughts on these chapters!
Jen and Danielle are buddy reading Ashley Poston's Sounds Like Love! A rom-com with a dash of whimsy as Joni navigates writers block, family drama and a voice/song in her head!Get ready for a breakdown of chapters 23-34 and they dive into this delightful read.Our next episode will cover 35-end so get reading so you are ready for the next installment!Be sure to head over to instagram and share with us your thoughts on these chapters!
Joined this month by the short-story writer & reviewer Benjamin Kurt Unsworth, Ben and Nico present stories galore- written for the prompt 'Magnitude'.Send a text Support the show
In the first installment of "A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms" George RR Martin introduces the world to Ser Dunk and his squire Egg in a story that just made the jump to television. In episode 372, join writer Luke Elliott and filmmaker James Bailey as they revisit Westeros for the first time in years, discuss their relationship status with the A Song of Ice and Fire/Game of Thrones franchise, debate the nature of authorial "ownership," and make some predictions for what they're hoping to see in the HBO series under showrunner Ira Parker. Join them next week as they review/react to the show! Join our Discord channel https://discord.gg/yQpgu9jYB2 Pickup A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms or any of the books 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 Facebook, Instagram, Bluesky (@inktofilm) Home Base: inktofilm.com Intro/outro music: Ice and Fire by Ross Bugden Luke Elliott Website: www.lukeelliottauthor.com Social Media: https://www.lukeelliottauthor.com/social Writing: https://www.lukeelliottauthor.com/publications James Bailey Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/jamebail.bsky.social IG: https://www.instagram.com/jamebail/
Jen and Danielle are buddy reading Ashley Poston's Sounds Like Love! A rom-com with a dash of whimsy as Joni navigates writers block, family drama and a voice/song in her head!Get ready for a breakdown of chapters 11-22 and they dive into this delightful read.Our next episode will cover 23-34 so get reading so you are ready for the next installment!Be sure to head over to instagram and share with us your thoughts on these chapters!
Jen and Danielle are buddy reading Ashley Poston's Sounds Like Love! A rom-com with a dash of whimsy as Joni navigates writers block, family drama and a voice/song in her head!Get ready for a breakdown of chapters 1-10 and they dive into this delightful read.Our next episode will cover 11-22 so get reading so you are ready for the next installment!Be sure to head over to instagram and share with us your thoughts on these chapters!
This episode opens with an improvised serialized scene called “The Rusted Lantern” — a short noir novella-style reading performed live — then unfolds into a wide-ranging, candid conversation about auditions, writing, producing indie films, creative burnout, social-media monetization, sobriety, pacing your career, and practical tips for makers trying to get work done with limited time and money. The trio (Jen Bartels, Caitlin Brodnick, Isaac Abrams) balance a playful creative exercise with honest, useful career talk for actors, writers, creators and anyone making art in the modern media ecosystem.Episode highlights and expanded description- Live novella performance: Isaac prompts an AI-style 90-second soap-opera novella; the group performs multiple takes of a moody scene set in a corner table at “The Rustic Lantern.” - Performance craft & acting advice: After the reading the hosts debrief on cold reads, self-tape auditions, the tension between following explicit direction vs. owning the moment, and strategies for staying present in auditions. - Writing & making your own work: The hosts discuss how to move from performer to creator — startup routines for writing a script or short, how to attack a seemingly overwhelming feature project (write the small scene you can't stop thinking about), using collaboration and iterative drafts, and practical tools (writer-duet workflows, co-writing in a room, and the value of deadlines).- Indie filmmaking realities: Low-budget production advice — how to make content when money is scarce- Encouraging closing: the hosts emphasize longevity in creative careers — the importance of craft, tenacity, and staying connected to why you started. They invite listeners to submit novella prompts, short scenes, and theme-song ideas for future episodes.video chapters00:00 — Opening banter & show settling (names, tone) 02:50 — Novella setup: prompt, characters, and format explained 03:50 — First full read: “The Rusted Lantern” — take one (moody intro) 06:15 — Key reveal: leather case, Cassandra Hale photograph, stakes established 07:10 — Cliffhanger note & “To be continued” title card 07:40 — Take two: refined performance, additional screen-direction beats 11:10 — Performance debrief: cold reads vs acting-from-truth, practical audition tactics 13:30 — Audition horror stories and director/room etiquette (what to expect) 16:00 — Writing advice: micro-goals, “write the scene you can't stop thinking about” technique 18:10 — Indie film logistics: crew, budget tiers, attaching names & fundraising realities 21:30 — Monetization talk: social clout, viral jingles, content reuse issues and legal basics 24:15 — Vertical platforms vs long-form: pros, cons, and creative strategies 27:40 — Personal check-in: sobriety, routines, naps, and creative energy management 31:05 — Genre tastes, movie talk, and quick career anecdotes (commercials, background work) 34:20 — Creative collaboration: building teams, finding faithful collaborators vs “traders” 37:50 — Tools & workflow: writing software, co-write sessions, timeline tips for busy creators 40:30 — Closing: production ideas, call for submissions (theme songs, novella prompts), final banter#Podcast #Improv #Screenwriting #IndieFilmmaking #AuditionTips #VerticalVideo #CreativeBurnout #Sobriety #ContentCreationClosing note and inviteWe close by inviting listeners to submit short novellas, two-line scene prompts, theme-song demos, or project ideas — whether you're an actor, writer, director or first-time creator. We'll sample listener submissions, read prompts on air, and possibly develop serialized shorts based on the best seeds. If you want to contribute, email goodtoseeyoupodcast@gmail.com or DM the show on Instagram with your clip or idea.Thanks for listening — if this episode sparked even one idea or made you feel less alone in the hustle, subscribe and drop a rating.
Season 6, Episode 720: Servicing the College Fence Builders Excerpt, An Age Gap Hotwife Novella, written and narrated by podcast host Ruan Willow. Blurb: In this MMMMMF, John continues to lead his wife through sharing events with work men who come to the house, and the big surprise of the day is she's helping the work men work this time! She gets a special 'uniform', which is skimpier than one would expect anyone to do work in, but that's not the biggest shocker of the day. When the workers arrive, Laney's jaw drops as she had expected one man, but it's a crew! Not just any crew, this is a band of five sexy strong male college students who build, repair, and paint fences. As John dictates the rules for the day, and for the spicy event that will be the hot delicious finale, all the men and Laney are ready to tear into the day with lusty excited hopes. They are all ecstatic about all the potential dreamy flirty pitstops along the way as they do their duty to get the fence job done, but with much more salacious edging than any of them had expected. Being the female in the group, Laney is looking forward to so many high riding peaks, her highest count ever will surely be achieved with a full beefy crew like this. John's certainly not left out of the fun though! He has outdone himself this time in delivering a scheme for one of Laney's topmost unmet fantasies, and his beaming smile tells all. He's not only overindulgent with his wife, but he's going to reap all the steamy benefits once the guys head home, and for years and years to come thereafter. He's no dummy! Novella 5 in the Servicing the Work Men, My Filthy Hotwife Adventures Series. This contains affiliate links. Get the novella: https://books.ruanwillowauthor.com/servicingthecollegefencebuildersanagegaphotwifestory Get the FULL book: https://books.ruanwillowauthor.com/servicingtheworkmenherfilthyhotwifeadventures Ruan's Links, Newsletter Signup, Affiliate links and Deals: PodNation Podcast Affiliate link, Get 15% OFF with code podna15 on Ryze Coffee at https://www.ryzesuperfoods.com/ Support the show and get exclusive content Sign up for Ruan's Newsletters https://subscribepage.io/ruanwillow Get 10% OFF ENTIRE ORDER (min. purchase $69, no usage limits) with code RUANWILLOW10 on pleasure sex toys at https://www.kiiroo.com/ https://offers.feeliate.com/to92wTJh Strokers for men: https://offers.feeliate.com/?lp=5&offer=1&uid=019bea75-2e7d-75cf-a618-850a2d3e8d59 "I especially love my pearl toys from Kiiroo!"says RUAN. Toys with responsive touch are best! See them here: https://www.kiiroo.com/products/pearl3-for-performers All Ruan's links and books: https://linktr.ee/RuanWillow Affiliate link, collect your body's health and sexual health info with a wearable device for men from Firm Tech 15% OFF with code ruan15 https://myfirmtech.com/ruanwillow BeeDee app. Enter the code ohfuckyeah on the Whips ('superlikes') page to get 1 free Whip, use my affiliate link to check out this app at https://beedee.app/?r=ohfuckyeah The Fantasy Box, where you can try out a similar fantasy in a box, or find a theme you like! (affiliate link) https://thefantasybox.sjv.io/c/6250602/2141126/26423 Copyright 2026 Pink Infinity Publishing. All Rights Reserved.
BAFTA-winning filmmaker Bart Layton (The Imposter, American Animals) joins Giles Alderson and Dom Lenoir to discuss his massive new crime thriller, Crime 101 (2026). In this deep-dive interview, Bart reveals how he assembled a powerhouse cast including Chris Hemsworth, Mark Ruffalo, Halle Berry, and Barry Keoghan. We discuss his process for adapting Don Winslow's novella, why he prefers 'character-driven tension' over CGI spectacle, and the technical challenges of filming high-speed car chases on the L.A. freeways.Whether you're a fan of Michael Mann-style thrillers or looking to learn how to bridge the gap between documentary and fiction, this is a masterclass you cannot miss. FOOD FOR THOUGHT documentary out NOW | Watch it FREE HERE. A documentary exploring the rapid growth and uptake of the veganlifestyle around the world. – And if you enjoyed the film, please take amoment to share & rate it on your favourite platforms. Every review& every comment helps us share the film's important message withmore people. Your support makes a difference! Help us out and Subscribe, listen and review us on iTunes, Spotify,or wherever you get your podcasts but more importantly, tell your pals about this podcast. Thank you! PODCAST MERCH Get your very own Tees, Hoodies, on-set water bottles, mugs and more MERCH. https://my-store-11604768.creator-spring.com/ COURSES Want to learn how to finish your film? Take our POST PRODUCTION COURSE https://cuttingroom.info/post-production-demystified/ PATREON Big thank you to: Serena Gardner Mark Hammett Lee Hutchings Marli J Monroe Karen Newman Want your name in the show notes or some great bonus material on filmmaking? Join our Patreon for bonus episodes, industry survival guides, and feedback on your film projects! SUPPORT THE PODCAST Check out our full episode archive on how to make films at TheFilmmakersPodcast.com CREDITS The Filmmakers Podcast is written and produced by Giles Alderson @gilesalderson Edited by @tobiasvees Logo and Banner Art by Lois Creative Theme Music by John J. Harvey Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jordan welcomes Logan on the podcast to discuss the fifth episode of the new Game of Thrones series, A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms. This series focuses on the Hedge Knight, Ser Duncan the Tall (also known as Dunk) and his squire Egg. In episode five, Dunk and his team of Knights face off against Aerion and his team of Knights in a Trial of Seven. When Dunk gets knocked out the viewers are treated to flashbacks to young Dunk's time in Flea Bottom and how he met Ser Arlan. Jordan and Logan also discuss the how they believe the finale will play out with not much of the Novella left to cover. Episode Five“In the Name of the Mother”Written By: Hiram Martinez & Ti Mikkel and Ira ParkerDirected By: Owen HarrisAired: February 15, 2026 on HBO MaxWE HAVE A DISCORD! Join it here: https://discord.com/invite/QfDYKZSUKGFollow the show:Twitter: @SupesandSabers Linktr.ee/SupesandSabersFollow Logan and The Screen Society Pod:Twitter: ScreenSocPod Linktr.ee/thescreensocietypod
A Valentine's Day horror novella set in 1958 small-town America, where young love collides with abuse, obsession, and the grave. August Hannig and Becky Sue “Bex” Brewer find each other at a winter Grange dance—two outsiders bonded by forbidden romance and a shared hunger to escape the crushing rules of Dorset. But when Bex's violent father tightens his grip, the night turns into a nightmare… and love doesn't just die—it comes back wrong.This is a darkly romantic zombie revenge tale packed with retro Americana, snowbound dread, cemetery shadows, and that classic “sweetheart… goodnight” feeling twisting into something monstrous. Expect old-school pulp horror energy, doomed lovers, and a Valentine's date that refuses to end—no matter how many bullets, stairs, or flames get in the way.If you're searching for Valentine's Day horror, zombie love stories, undead romance, small town secrets, and killer holiday horror novellas, this one's for you. Press play… and see what love looks like after the funeral.Will You Be My Undead Valentine — by Bruce Haney
"Life is for the living." — G. Michael Hoff In this heartfelt episode of Better Call Daddy, host Reena Friedman Watts and her dad, Wayne Friedman, reconnect with the talented G. Michael Hoff, a bestselling author and master communicator. G. Michael shares his journey through the ups and downs of the creative process, revealing the importance of resilience and adaptation in both life and storytelling. Facing Challenges G. Michael opens up about the hurdles he faced while trying to adapt his novella into a film, including the impact of the Screen Actors Guild strike. He candidly discusses the emotional rollercoaster of raising funds and the lessons learned from setbacks, emphasizing the need to keep moving forward despite adversity. The Power of Storytelling As a two-time guest on the show, G. Michael dives into his passion for storytelling and how he leverages AI to enhance communication without sacrificing creativity. He shares insights on the evolving landscape of content creation and the importance of embracing new technologies to stay relevant in a fast-paced world. Life Lessons and Legacy Throughout the conversation, G. Michael Hopf reflects on the profound impact of personal loss and how it has shaped his perspective as a father. He offers wisdom on mourning, resilience, and the significance of being present for loved ones, encouraging listeners to focus on the beauty and opportunities life has to offer. Key Themes - Navigating challenges in the creative industry - The transformative power of storytelling - Embracing technology and AI in content creation - The importance of resilience and adaptation - Finding fulfillment and purpose in life after loss Episode Highlights (00:00) Welcome to the Better Call Daddy Show (01:20) Catching Up with G. Michael Hoff (10:30) The Journey of Adapting a Novella into Film (20:00) Leveraging AI for Enhanced Communication (30:15) Life Lessons from Personal Loss (40:45) Wisdom from Wayne: Life is for the Living Episode Keywords Better Call Daddy, Podcast, Storytelling, Resilience, AI in Writing, Creative Process, Personal Growth, Life Lessons, Fulfillment, Fatherhood, Overcoming Adversity, Emotional Healing, Technology in Content Creation G. Michael Hopf is a multifaceted individual whose life experiences have significantly contributed to his career as a USA Today bestselling author. He describes himself modestly as "just a guy stringing words together," but his background tells a story of adventure and dedication. Hopf is not only a writer but also a devoted father, husband, and a veteran, underscoring his diverse life experiences and perspectives. Before venturing into the world of writing, Hopf served in the U.S. Marine Corps, which provided him with a rich tapestry of experiences that would later influence his writing. His service as a combat veteran has imbued his works with a sense of realism and depth, particularly in themes related to survival, resilience, and the complexities of human nature in challenging circumstances. Following his military service, Hopf worked as a bodyguard and commercial diver, further diversifying his life experiences. This role likely exposed him to a variety of situations and individuals, broadening his understanding of human interactions and the many facets of society. Now residing in San Diego with his family, Hopf has fully embraced his passion for writing and publishing. He is best known for his New World series, which delves into post-apocalyptic scenarios, exploring how humanity might respond to cataclysmic events. His works often intertwine elements of action, adventure, and political intrigue, capturing the imaginations of readers who are drawn to speculative and survivalist narratives. Hopf's commitment to his craft and his ability to draw from his life experiences have made him a prominent figure in the genres of post-apocalyptic fiction and westerns. His works not only entertain but also provoke thought about the resilience of the human spirit in the face of adversity. Connect with G. Michael Hoff Website Connect with Reena Friedman Watts Website | LinkedIn | Instagram | YouTube Thank you for tuning in to Better Call Daddy where stories of growth, resilience, and understanding come together! If you enjoyed this episode, check out the previous one with Scott Ferguson for more insights on creativity and storytelling. Leveling Up Your Life
For Civility Certified, I worked with three sources. The first is Martin Luther's 95 Theses from 1517. Luther posted his propositions to the church door at Wittenberg, demanding that the institution admit what it was doing - selling salvation, monetizing grace, creating a credential system for the afterlife. The structure of numbered propositions, posted to the institutional door, demanding accountability - that form echoes throughout this novella. There is a character who writes theses. The institution does not welcome them. The second source is Jefferson Davis's address to the Confederate Congress in 1861. This gave me the rhetorical DNA of exclusion dressed as protection. Davis spoke of voluntary participation, states' rights, procedural legitimacy - all while encoding slavery into the constitutional fabric of the Confederacy. The Civic Trust & Access Authority in my novella speaks in that register. It promises safety. It delivers sorting. The third source is Sergei Eisenstein's Battleship Potemkin from 1925 - specifically, his theoretical writings on dialectical montage. Eisenstein believed that meaning emerges from the collision of images, that the audience assembles truth from fragments. This novella works the same way. You receive documents out of sequence. You reconstruct causation. You become complicit in the interpretation. Three sources. Three different centuries. Three different forms of institutional power confronting individual resistance. And from their collision, a new story emerges - one that feels disturbingly contemporary.
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
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.
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!
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.
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.
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/