Podcasts about short books

World-renowned and very clever Professor of Short Books, Douglas Ullard...along with his Twenty-Two Minute and Seventeen Second Classic Literature Audio Armchair Theatre Company (or TTMASSCLAATC for short) brings you Herman Melville's "Great American Novel" in just...well...1,337 seconds.  So if you're interested in whales, wails or Wales...or need a study guide for any exam about fish, fishing or boats..then sit back and listen and impress all your friends with your new-found knowledge of a literary classic. Because we can guarantee that your friends haven't read it! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

World-renowned and very clever Professor of Short Books, Douglas Ullard...along with his Twenty-Two Minute and Seventeen Second Classic Literature Audio Armchair Theatre Company (or TTMASSCLAATC for short) brings you Bram Stoker's gothic "masterpiece" in just...well...1,337 seconds.  So if you're studying for any exam about goths, gothic, gotham or any other word that starts with "goth"...then sit back and listen and impress all your friends with your new-found knowledge of a literary classic. Because we can guarantee that your friends haven't read it! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

if you've been in a book slump, look no further than this episode because you'll find tons of recs here!! Take a chance: https://amzn.to/3Edxng8Dear Vicky: https://amzn.to/44DpsDgSpin bout you: https://amzn.to/4lC6fblFlow: https://amzn.to/4jFuK5MCan't hide from love: https://amzn.to/3EugFckThe guy for me: https://amzn.to/4jHEgW0Next of kin: https://amzn.to/3GeOdLXOnly for the week: https://amzn.to/4lAGlVmWaiting on Wendy: https://amzn.to/3EhjVb4Untouchable: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0BBQLFP17/ref=cm_sw_r_as_gl_api_gl_i_QVE40AENF8AHTR2ZHZ1X?linkCode=ml1&tag=shawnacisch0a-20One week in paradise: https://amzn.to/4cNZTBOWhisky River: https://amzn.to/4cCM4WNxoxo love you mostshawnaci

Introducing the Mookse and Gripes Novella Reading Group! Through this year, we're reading three novellas about love, longing, and leadership gone slightly off the rails. In this episode, we kick things off with some bookish banter before unveiling our new novella reading group on Discord. We have a short intermission for a special new game with a giveaway and then share the three novellas we'll be reading in 2025, diving into why we chose these books.Join us as we celebrate the art of the novella. We hope you'll read along!Join the Mookse and the Gripes on DiscordWe're creating a welcoming space for thoughtful, engaging discussions about great novellas, starting with First Love by Ivan Turgenev in April. Whether you want to share insights, ask questions, or simply follow along, we'd love to have you. The discussion will unfold gradually, so you can read at your own pace and jump in whenever you're ready. It's a great way to connect with fellow readers, explore new works together, and deepen your appreciation for the novella form.For the first book, the schedule will be as follows:* April 6: Start of the book through Section 9* April 9: Section 10 through Section 16* April 13: Section 17 through the endShownotesBooks* Lesser Ruins, by Mark Haber* Melvill, by Rodrigo Fresán, translated by Will Vanderhyden* Like a Sky Inside, by Jakuta Alikavazovic, translated by Daniel Levin Becker* The Case of Cem, by Vera Mutafchieva, translated by Angela Rodel* Your Absence Is Darkness, by Jón Kalman Stefánsson, translated by Philip Roughton* Small Rain, by Garth Greenwell* Command Performance, by Jean Echenoz, translated * Mrs. Dalloway, by Virginia Woolf* To the Lighthouse, by Virginia Woolf* The Waves, by Virginia Woolf* The Voyage Out, by Virginia Woolf* Mrs Dalloway: Biography of a Novel, by Mark Hussey* Trafik, by Rikki Ducornet* We're Safe When We're Alone, by Nghiem Tran* Cecilia, by K-Ming Chang* Small Things Like These, by Claire Keegan* Chess Story, by Stefan Zweig, translated by Joel Rotenberg* The Guest Cat, by Takashi Hiraide, translated by Eric Selland* The Stepdaughter, by Caroline Blackwood* Great Granny Webster, by Caroline Blackwood* So Long, See You Tomorrow, by William Maxwell* Fever Dream, by Samanta Schweblin, translated by Megan McDowell* Train Dreams, by Denis Johnson* The Body, by Stephen King* The Long Walk, by Stephen King* First Love, by Ivan Turgenev, translated by Isaiah Berlin* Giovanni's Room, by James Baldwin* The Prime of Miss Jean Brodie, by Muriel Spark* The Turn of the Screw, by Henry JamesOther* Episode 27: Short Books, Fiction* “Ten haunting, atmospheric novellas I highly recommend”: JacquiWine's JournalThe Mookse and the Gripes Podcast is a bookish conversation hosted by Paul and Trevor. Every other week, we explore a bookish topic and celebrate our love of reading. We're glad you're here, and we hope you'll continue to join us on this literary journey!A huge thank you to those who help make this podcast possible! If you'd like to support us, you can do so via Substack or Patreon. Subscribers receive access to periodic bonus episodes and early access to all new episodes. Plus, each supporter gets their own dedicated feed, allowing them to download episodes a few days before they're released to the public. We'd love for you to check it out! This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit mookse.substack.com/subscribe

We jump back to the OT today to talk about Obadiah, an oracle of judgment on Edom.

A list of 22 short books for short attention spans because we all hey look at that dog! he's trying to catch a butterfly!!Join the Patreon and hang out in the monthly book club, listen to exclusive episodes, and get access to the SMDB virtual book stoop a couple times a year! https://patreon.com/smdbFor the drink recipe, every book and link mentioned, and more, visit: https://www.somanydamnbooks.com/episodes/episode-235music: Disaster Magic(https://soundcloud.com/disaster-magic) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A particular letter from Paul to a particular man about a particular relationship.

From John to the Beloved Gaius... encouragement to walk in the truth.

Join us as we discuss the short, 13 verse book that is 2 John! From the elder to the elect lady and her children: hold to the truth, walk in love, follow Jesus.

Keep yourselves in the love of Christ, for He will always keep you.

World-renowned and very clever Professor of Short Books, Douglas Ullard...along with his Twenty-Two Minute and Seventeen Second Classic Literature Audio Armchair Theatre Company (or TTMASSCLAATC for short) brings you Jane Austen's beloved classic "masterpiece" in just...well...1,337 seconds.  So, this Christmas, if you're trying to impress your English Literature graduate friends with knowledge of one of the world's most filmed classics ever...then we. have your back. Way back! So sit back and listen to this romantic tale of class and love in a way you've never read it...or heard it...before! Cast: Jane Arden as Mrs Bennett and others Julien Ball as Mr Bennett and others Eliza Horn as Elizabeth and others Samuel James as Darcy and others Genevieve Lorenzo Martin as Jane and others Charlotte McBurney as Lydia and others Christopher Ragland as Bingley and others With a special introduction by the Professor himself, Douglas Ullard. Written by David Spicer Directed by John Schwab and David Spicer Audio Production by John Schwab Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, I had the pleasure of chatting with Debs Jenkins, a highly skilled author + publishing expert who has helped nearly 200 people bring their writing dreams to life. Debs shared her insights on the importance of creating engaging content that resonates with readers, emphasizing how a well-crafted book can serve as a powerful tool for business growth. We discuss her book Stop Selling Books Nobody Reads. Plus, we explore the nuances of writing with purpose, the significance of captivating titles + the art of structuring a book to keep readers engaged. Debs' expertise shines through as she guides aspiring authors on how to make their work not just read, but also referred. Look for more shows in this "Your Biz Needs a Book" series, where we encourage business owners to harness the power of writing to elevate their brands. Debbie Jenkins's Website: debbiejenkins.com Debbie Jenkins's Book Publishing site: shortvaluablebooks.com Books discussed in this episode: Stop Selling Books Nobody Buys by Debbie Jenkins Stop Writing Books Nobody Reads by Debbie Jenkins The Back of the Napkin by Dan Roam ==== And don't forget to get your reading list of the 10 essential reads for every successful biz owner - these are the books Liz recommends almost on the daily to her strategy + Mastermind clients. This isn't your usual list of biz books, these answer the challenges you've actually got coming up right now. Helpful, quick to read and very timely. Click here lizscully.com/reading to get your book list

Today I sat down with Vanessa Beaumont, a former literary agent and novelist about her debut novel The Other Side of Paradise which follows Jean Buckman, a young American newspaper heiress, who arrives in London in the glittering 1920s, and evolves throughout the story, through personal tragedy and loss. Over the course of the story, we watch her grapple with the pressures of mid-Century society on a woman, what it means to do one's duty, and the pull of desire in the face of it all. It's kind of a Downtown Abbey meets Francis Scott Fitzgerald, with a modern feminist perspective As always, Vanessa picked the four books which have had the biggest impact on her as both a reader and a writer, and we also discussed her career trajectory. Before publishing The Other Side of Paradise, Vanessa spent 8 years as a Commissioning Editor at Short Books, and co-founded and ran a literary agency, so it was fascinating to get some insights from that. It was such a great conversation, and as always, such a pleasure talking with Vanessa. Lit with Charles loves reviews. If you enjoyed this episode, I'd be so grateful if you could leave a review of your own, and follow me on Instagram at @litwithcharles. Let's get more people listening – and reading! Vanessa Beaumont's four books were: Little Women, Louisa May Alcott (1868) The Age of Innocence, Edith Wharton (1920) Brideshead Revisited, Evelyn Waugh (1945) Tender is the Night, F Scott Fitzgerald (1934)

This Month's Book: The Lesser Bohemians by Eimear McBride Cops Doughnuts!!!!Jane Eyre by Charlotte Bronte What I Talk About When I Talk About Running by Haruki Murakami Why We Love by Helen Fisher Eve's Substack: Something Eve Read & Short Books specifically The English Understand Wool by Helen DeWitt Goose Girl???? Maybe…Inkheart Percy JacksonConfessions of a Shopaholic The Princess Diaries Twilight (duh) Our email: somethingweread@gmail.comOur instagram: somethingwereadpodNext Month's Book: The Maltese Falcon by Dashiell Hammett Closing poem: “Peanut Butter” by Eileen Myles Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

I review abridged books on BBC Sounds and interview Sally Hepworth.I review:“Yellowface” by Rebecca Kuang“Factory Girls” by Michelle Gallen “Careering” by Daisy BuchananPlus I interview Sally Hepworth author of “Darling Girls”Sally recommends:The Summer Pact by Emily GiffinGirl Falling by Hayley Scrivenor False Witness by Karin SlaughterThe Quick Book Reviews Podcast Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/533022350711635/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/quick_book_reviewsThreads: @quick_book_reviewsTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@quickbookreviewsTwitter: https://x.com/quickbookrevie3 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Book Off is back! And for the first episode of Series 13, we welcome bestselling authors Mark Haddon and Clare Chambers to the pod.They chat to Joe Haddow about their new books and what they have been reading and enjoying recently.'Dogs and Monsters' is Mark's latest collection of short stories, where he weaves together Ancient Greek fables with more dystopian narratives. In each of the eight stories, Mark explores what it means to be human.Clare's new novel is 'Shy Creatures' - set in South London in 1964, it follows an art therapist in a psychiatric hospital who decides to unravel the story of an immensely talented mute patient.We get some fabulous book recommendations from each of author, as well as an insight into the ups and downs of publishing and how a little luck can go a long long way! Mark talks openly about his long Covid and how it has given him brain fog, which not only effects his writing but also his reading. He is now a big gan of short books and short chapters. THIS WEEK' BOOK OFF'The Employees: A Workplace Novel Of The 22nd Century' by Olga RavnVS'Lonesome Dove' by Larry McMurtyWe hope you enjoy this episode - and the whole of the new series! Please like, comment and follow so you never miss an episode (and so we can help spread the word!) More on our guests:Mark Haddon's bestselling novel, The Curious Incident Of The Dog In The Night-Time, was published in 2003 and won seventeen literary prizes. In 2012, a stage adaptation by the National Theatre, went on to win seven Olivier Awards and a Tony! His other literary work includes poetry and short stories, and his most recent novel – ‘The Porpoise' – was published in 2019. Clare Chambers the author of nine novels – the first of which was published in 1992. In 2022, her novel ‘Small Pleasures' became a word-of-mouth hit on publication, was longlisted for the Women's Prize For Fiction - and won ‘Pageturner of the Year' at the British Book Awards. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

These are, without a doubt, the best short books ever written! In our opinion. We all love the feeling of accomplishment when you finish a huge 1,000 tome, but honestly, sometimes you just want to rip through a book without feeling like it's dragging on forever! That's why there's short books and novellas! In this episode Andy and I break down our favorite short books and what we love about them. While many new authors today may be writing short novels because they take less time to write, and people have shorter and shorter attention spans, writing a thought provoking and memorable short book can be tough. Consider that the author has fewer pages to pack their narrative punch. So if you're looking for a great short book, consider one of the books on this list! And if you want to support the show, consider buying a book through one of the links below! Solenoid Mircea Cartarescu https://bookshop.org/a/103053/9781646... Fatal John Lescroart https://bookshop.org/a/103053/9781501... Blinding Mircea Caratarescu https://amzn.to/3YiUUnx Marshland Otohiko Kaga https://bookshop.org/a/103053/9781628... Gravity's Rainbow Thomas Pynchon https://bookshop.org/a/103053/9780143... Fury Clyo Mendoza https://bookshop.org/a/103053/9781644... The Good Earth Pearl S Buck https://bookshop.org/a/103053/9781982... $100M Offers Alex Hormozi https://bookshop.org/a/103053/9781737... Murder of Frogs Don Carpenter https://bookshop.org/a/103053/9780486... Fridays at Enrico's Don carpenter https://bookshop.org/a/103053/9781619... American Gods Neil Gaiman https://bookshop.org/a/103053/9780062... Gates of Fire Steven Pressfield https://bookshop.org/a/103053/9780553... 100 years of solitude Gabriel Garcia Marquez https://bookshop.org/a/103053/9781417... The Hobbit JRR Tolkien https://bookshop.org/a/103053/9780618... Count of Monte Cristo Alexandre Dumas https://bookshop.org/a/103053/9780140... World war Z Max Brooks https://bookshop.org/a/103053/9780307... A fever in the Heartland Timothy Egan https://bookshop.org/a/103053/9780735... Same Bed Different Dreams Ed Park https://bookshop.org/a/103053/9780812... JR William Gaddis https://bookshop.org/a/103053/9781681... Infinite Jest David Foster Wallace https://bookshop.org/a/103053/9780316... Lookout Cartridge Joseph McElroy https://amzn.to/4f0MgQf Fundamentals of Sports Training L. Matveyev Catch 22 Joseph Heller https://bookshop.org/a/103053/9781451... America and the Cult of the Cactus Boots: a diagnostic Phillip Freedenburg You bright and Risen Angels William T. Vollmann https://amzn.to/3VYpQqd Hurricane Season Fernanda Melchor https://amzn.to/3WksUhR This Other Eden Paul Harding https://bookshop.org/a/103053/9781324... Enon Paul Harding https://bookshop.org/a/103053/9780812... Cannery Row John Steinbeck https://bookshop.org/a/103053/9780140... The Pearl John Steinbeck https://bookshop.org/a/103053/9780140... The Master and Margarita Mikhail Bulgakov https://bookshop.org/a/103053/9780143... Between the world and me Ta-Nahisi Coates https://bookshop.org/a/103053/9780812... In the heart of the heart of the country William H. Gass

Over the years we've built up a pretty big backlog of short novels that we really liked but hadn't had a chance to cover on the show - so today we're bursting that dam.Join the book club on discord (and vote for our next book club book!): https://discord.gg/fHejh3PpR2Video version of the show on YouTube https://youtube.com/@hugonautspod The seven books we recommend in this ep:This is how you Lose the Time War by Amal El-Mohtar and Max GladstoneThe Day of the Triffids by John WyndhamCat's Cradle by Kurt VonnegutBabel-17 by Samuel DelanyAll Systems Red by Martha WellsTusks of Extinction by Ray NaylerThe Way Station by Clifford D. Simak

We speak with Elesha Coffman, Associate Professor of History at Baylor University about writing a book that takes its shape from turning points in history. Coffman is the author of Turning Points in American Church History: How Pivotal Events Shaped a Nation and a Faith. Baker Academic, 2024; Margaret Mead: A Twentieth-Century Faith. Spiritual Lives Series, Timothy Larsen, series editor. Oxford: Oxford University Press, 2021; and The Christian Century and the Rise of the Protestant Mainline. New York: Oxford University Press, 2013. We talk about changing academic institutions and changing our writing priorities; the ways tenure and promotion requirements influence our writing; the advantages of books that allow you to “write short”; and the benefits that come with creating writing groups. Don't forget to rate and review our show and follow us on all social media platforms here: https://linktr.ee/writingitpodcast Contacts us with questions, possible future topics/guests, or comments here: https://writingit.fireside.fm/contact

We are Traci and Ellie, two bookish friends who read in any spare minute that we have.  In this bonus episode, we are filling your TBR with short books - perfect for summer reading! To shop the books listed in this episode, visit our shop at bookshop.org.   To listen to all of our past episodes, check out our website:  https://literallyreading.com/  Care to join us on Patreon with even more content?  We would love to have you join us at From the Bookstacks of Literally Reading! Crack the Book Open: My Name is Lucy Barton by Elizabeth Strout (Ellie) Edenbrooke by Julianne Donaldson (Traci) The Life Council: 10 Friends Every Woman Needs by Laura Tremaine (Ellie) We Were Liars by E. Lockhart (Traci) Glitter and Glue by Kelly Corrigan (Ellie) The Mysterious Affair at Styles by Agatha Christie (Traci) Unmissing by Minka Kent (Ellie) Meet Me at the Museum by Anne Youngson (Traci)  

In this episode of the Books for Men podcast, host Douglas Vigliotti discusses the work of author George Pelecanos, particularly his book Owning Up. Vigliotti praises the author's unpretentious writing style, his focus on realism, and his ability to depict the impact of various societal issues from multiple perspectives. He also compares the work's thematical elements to The Deuce, a TV Show that Pelecanos co-created with David Simon, which explores the passage of time and the evolution of communities. Owning Up consists of four vignettes that tackle issues such as racism, the criminal justice system, the interconnectedness of history, and near misses of life. Vigliotti concludes by sharing two quotes from the book highlighting the importance of truth and the power of written history.If you enjoyed this episode, please consider supporting the podcast. Any of the three things below will help provide awareness for the initiative—inspiring (more) men to read and bringing together men who do. (Ladies, of course, you're always welcome!)Share with a friend or on social mediaSubscribe or follow on your favorite podcast platformLeave a rating or reviewVisit BooksforMen.org to sign up for the Books for Men newsletter, a monthly round-up of every episode with full book and author info, all the best quotes, and newsletter-only book recommendations!

World-renowned and very clever Professor of Short Books, Douglas Ullard...along with his Twenty-Two Minute and Seventeen Second Classic Literature Audio Armchair Theatre Company (or TTMASSCLAATC for short) brings you Charles Dickens' classic "masterpiece" in just...well...1,337 seconds.  So, if you're trying to impress your English Literature graduate friends with knowledge of one of the most adapted classics ever...then we. have your back. Way back! So sit back and listen to this dark tale of Dickensian child torture (mild) and class issues (extreme) in a way you've never read it...or heard it...before! Cast: Julien Ball as Magwitch and others Joanna Brookes as Miss Haversham and others Charlotte McBurney as Young Pip and others David Menkin as Herbert and others Caroline Rodgers as Estella and others Ben Starr as Pip and others With a special introduction by the Professor himself, Douglas Ullard. Written by David Spicer Directed by John Schwab and David Spicer Audio Production by John Schwab Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, Kendra Corman talks with Mike Capuzzi, a seasoned publisher, author, and book publishing coach. Mike introduces the concept of "Shooks" (Short Helpful Books) and discusses their significance in the business world. If you've ever considered writing a non-fiction book for your business but were unsure how to proceed, this episode offers invaluable insights.Topics covered in today's conversation include:- The concept of a "Shook" (Short Helpful Book) and its unique branding- Why being a published author is crucial for differentiating oneself in business- The advantages of writing a Shook over a traditional, longer book- How Shooks can be leveraged by business owners to grow their business and establish authority- The impact of AI on book writing and personalization of content- Practical tips for business owners to start their journey in becoming Shook authors- Long-term strategies for utilizing Shooks as a key marketing toolMike Capuzzi shares his experiences and provides practical advice for business owners looking to enhance their market presence and authority through the power of publishing. His insights into the evolving landscape of book publishing, especially with the integration of AI, are particularly enlightening.Resources:Mike's Shooks- https://MikeCapuzzi.com/magicConnect with Mike:- Mike's Website: https://mikecapuzzi.com/- Mike on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikecapuzzihelps/ Looking to save time or get more information from AI?If you're just starting out with AI or looking to enhance your outputs, my book 'Mastering AI in Communications' is your essential guide. Whether you're a beginner or ready to take your skills to the next level, grab your free electronic copy or purchase it on Amazon right here!Amazon: https://a.co/d/bhblVcGFree e-version: https://courses.kendracorman.com/aibookDon't miss this opportunity to transform your approach and make AI your most powerful tool yet in saving time and improving efficiency!

On this week's episode we're chatting about the best short books to start your year. Read this week: Corey Fah Does Social Mobility by Isabel Waidner, The Employees by Olga Ravn, Come Closer by Sara Gran, Bewilderment by Richard Powers, The Heaven and Earth Grocery Store by James McBride. Saph's short books: Ti Amo by Hanne Orstavik, I Who Have Never Known Men by Jacqueline Harpman, You Should Have Left by Daniel Kehlmann, Helpmeet by Nabeen Ruthnum, and A Short Stay In Hell by Steven L. Peck. Joseph's short books: Happening by Annie Ernaux, Assembly by Natasha Brown, Days At The Morisaki Bookshop by Satoshi Yagisawa, Ice by Anna Kavan, Open Throat by Henry Hoke, and The Summer Book by Tove Jansson.This week's listener recommendation request comes from Patricia who is looking for historical fiction similar to The Marriage Portrait by Maggie O'Farrell. Joseph recommends Secrecy by Rupert Thomson and Sapphire recommends Small Pleasures by Clare Chambers, Still Life by Sarah Winman, and The Mercies by Kiran Millwood Hargrave. Also mentioned in this episode:Isabel Waidner and Diarmuid Hester (LRB Podcast)Consumed Future Spewed Up As Present by Lea Guldditte Hestelund Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We've got another Amazon Double Feature for you! Today, we tackle two more pieces of book-like debris that Chris found in the bowels of an Amazon search, the criteria of which has been lost to time: Rathew Love Story: A Love Story by Argus G. Curiosity: A Book for Curious Minds by Bookinsky* (yes, the asterisk is in the author name) Paris goes on a methodology queen adventure as she and Chris discuss whether both of these authors are actually just AI. They also ponder if Paris will live through Season 9 due to the condition of her New England apartment. Over the last several seasons, we've structured our discussions into Things That Were Good and Things That Were Bad. For the first part of Season 9, we're trying out a rubric Chris created where we rate a book on each of the following categories on a 3-point scale of -1, 0 , or 1: Technical Construction (Typos, Formatting/Layout, Punctuation, etc.) Plot Construction & Content (Coherence, Rule Following, Character Quality) Moment-to-Moment (Quality of Prose & Dialogue, Overall Flow) Terriblo's Presence (Chaos Levels, Huh!? Factor, Please Help) Should This Exist? (Did the author meet their goal? Does it add anything new, interesting, or novel? etc.)

World-renowned and very clever Professor of Short Books, Douglas Ullard...along with his Twenty-Two Minute and Seventeen Second Classic Literature Audio Armchair Theatre Company (or TTMASSCLAATC for short) brings you Nathaniel Hawthorn's Puritanical classic "masterpiece" in just...well...1,337 seconds.  So, if you're trying to impress an American literature snob, then look no further than the book that all American students are forced to read sometime between kindergarten and their senior your in high school. So sit back and listen to this dark tale of how a villageful of puritans harass, bully and mentally torture a young woman and her child...all in the name of the Lord. Cast: Barbara Barnes as Hester Prynne and others Joanna Brookes as Hibbins and others Alan Marriot as Chillingworth and others David Menkin as Bellingham and others Shai Matheson as Rev Dimmesdale and others Charlotte McBurney as Pearl and others With a special introduction by the Professor himself, Douglas Ullard. Written by David Spicer Directed by John Schwab and David Spicer Audio Production by John Schwab Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Here are some of the best novellas I read in 2023. While I am on the hunt for books on my shelf I have not read yet, I thought novellas would be a good bet. Turns out, I've nearly read them all! Not a mystery as to why; they are great and short easy reads. Looking for something to read in an afternoon? Here we are. In the meantime, be sure to check out the new amusement park horror, Carni by R. Saint Claire! https://amzn.to/3sSt6ch as mentioned! In horror literature, novellas are perfect additions to any collection. Their short and digestible length make them perfect for one sitting, giving readers instant immersion into chilling narratives. Novellas serve as a nuanced introduction to an author's style, allowing enthusiasts to traverse the macabre landscapes of renowned talents without having to invest time or money into a whole novel. Shorter work used to be more popular in previous centuries, and horror novellas emerge once again as new treasures, with a new-found literary sophistication, in my opinion, and offering enthusiasts a swift yet profound journey into the realms of dread. ✮✮✮✮✮✮ ▹ Bookworm decor is here! https://shop.typicalbooks.com/ ▹ All socials, the shop and news: https://linktr.ee/LydiaPeever ▹ Read books I wrote: https://amzn.to/3k20OY6 ▹ A list of horror books out each month: https://typicalbooks.com/newhorror ▹ Bookshop: https://bookshop.org/shop/typicalbooks to shop local! ▹ Music by ænorex: https://aenorex.com As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases when you use Amazon links here. If you prefer an alternative, try my Bookshop! Bookworm Central on Patreon ▹ https://www.patreon.com/typicalbooks I talk horror books; extreme horror, classic, slasher, gothic, and everything in between. Helping you find the next best horror book to read is the goal, and sharing new and old horror from my shelves and new releases is how! Horror, nonfiction and even true crime can be found here as I find that human beings are the scariest thing of all. ✮ Thank you! ✮ --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/typicalbooks/message

World-renowned and very clever Professor of Short Books, Douglas Ullard...along with his Twenty-Two Minute and Seventeen Second Classic Literature Audio Armchair Theatre Company (or TTMASSCLAATC for short) brings you Mary Shelley's Gothic classic "masterpiece" in just...well...1,337 seconds.  So, if you're trying to look smart in front of your friends and family because they think they KNOW the story of Frankenstein... then, don't worry…we've done all the hard work for you. So sit back and listen to this dark tale of how a moody teenager decided to create a monster out of rotting body parts...and sausages! Cast: Julien Ball as Walton and others Rakesh Boury as Professor Krempe and others Alan Marriot as Victor Frankenstein and others Charlotte McBurney as Frankenstein's Monster and others Caroline Rodgers as Mrs Narrator and others With a special introduction by the Professor himself, Douglas Ullard. Written by David Spicer Directed by John Schwab and David Spicer Audio Production by John Schwab Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

World-renowned and very clever Professor of Short Books, Douglas Ullard...along with his Twenty-Two Minute and Seventeen Second Classic Literature Audio Armchair Theatre Company (or TTMASSCLAATC) brings you D. H. Lawrence's naughty literary "masterpiece" in just...well...twenty-two minutes and seventeen seconds.  So, if you're trying to look smart in front of your friends and family because they think they KNOW the story of The War of the Wolrds... then, don't worry…we've done all the hard work for you. So sit back and listen to the scandal unfold at Wragby, where Lady Constance is searching for more than just a good time! Cast: Julien Bell as Mellors and others Joanna Brookes as Bolton and others David Menkin as Michaelis and others Caroline Rodgers as Lady Chatterley and others Ben Starr as Clifford and others With a special introduction by the Professor himself, Douglas Ullard. Written by David Spicer Directed by John Schwab and David Spicer Audio Production by John Schwab Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In their final episode of 2023, Michelle, Stephanie, and Brittany air their reading grievances in celebration of Festivus– the book edition! They also discuss short books to read for those hurrying to meet their 2023 reading goals, cold weather novels, and upcoming December programs.    Some upcoming programs: "Llama Llama Pajama Party" – December 16th @ 2pm | Eastern "Formal Wear Dropoff" – Dec. 22nd & Dec. 30th @ 9am – 5:30pm | Eastern | Fairmount"Teen Snack Around the World" – Dec. 30th @ 3:30pm | Fairmount Helpful links from our discussion: Enhanced Children's Areas Online Reading Challenge - 2024 Sneak PeakLibrary Links:Library Social Worker - Do you need help navigating government benefits, affordable housing, or unemployment? Are you wondering what resources are available for you and your family? The Library Social Worker can work with you to navigate these challenges.Calendar of Events - Learn more about the events discussed in this episode and about what is coming up at the Library!Library Catalog - Place holds on all of the books discussed today!To find out what books were mentioned in this episode, visit our Checked In Libguide! 

World-renowned and very clever Professor of Short Books, Douglas Ullard...along with his Twenty-Two Minute and Seventeen Second Classic Literature Audio Armchair Theatre Company (or TTMASSCLAATC) brings you H. G. Wells' great classic, but short, literary "masterpiece" in just...well...twenty-two minutes and seventeen seconds.  So, if you're trying to look smart in front of your friends and family because they think they KNOW the story of The War of the Wolrds... then, don't worry…we've done all the hard work for you. So sit back and listen to all those globally recognised names like...Esher, Leatherhead, Cobham, Staines and Chipping Ongar. Cast: Rakesh Boury as Narrator and others Joanna Brookes as Martian Leader and others Charlotte McBurney as Paperboy and others David Menkin as The Curate and others Caroline Rodgers as Mrs Narrator and others Ben Starr as Artilleryman and others With a special introduction by the Professor himself, Douglas Ullard. Written by David Spicer Directed by John Schwab and David Spicer Audio Production by John Schwab

Show notes: Still need to complete a few more books to meet your reading goals for the year? Don't worry, we got you! In this episode, we're sharing our favorite short books with you, so take your pick and smash those goals.    Click here to join us on Patreon for exclusive bonus bookish goodies! Get our monthly overflow and new books episodes, our private Facebook group, and more. Plus, supporting us in this way just shows that you love what we do!   Find the time stamped show notes below with links to all of the fun things we mentioned.   Something Bookish: [2:36] S: Christmas book collection: Gift Wrapped Romance [3:42] M: 20 Epistolary Novels That Will Sweep You Away by Modern Mrs Darcy   Short Books to Help You Meet Your Reading Goals: [8:31] S: I Who Have Never Known Men by Jacqueline Harpman [9:01] M: Aloha Vietnam by Elizabeth Nguyen [9:37] S: Second Best by David Foenkinos [10:23] S: Nothing But the Rain by Naomi Salman [10:50] M: Emergency by Kathleen Alcott [11:30] S: Pete and Alice in Maine by Caitlin Shetterly [12:03] M: The Lottery by Shirley Jackson [12:27] S: The Door to Door Bookstore by Carsten Henn [12:54] S: Love and Saffron by Kim Fay [13:26] M: The Lover by Silvia Moreno-Garcia [13:51] S: The Swimmers by Julie Otsuka [14:29] M: Tender is the Flesh by Agustina Bazterrica [15:03] S: The Cat Who Saved Books by Sōsuke Natsukawa [15:44] M: Ghost 19 by Simone St. James [16:08] S: We All Want Impossible Things by Catherine Newman   Short Books We Plan to Read Before the End of the Year: [16:52] M: Of Women and Salt by Gabriela Garcia [17:48] S: Reproduction by Louisa Hall [18:47] M: The Pram by Joe Hill [19:24] S: Now is Not the Time to Panic by Kevin Wilson Want our show notes delivered right to your inbox? Join our RTL Substack so that you'll get a link for every single book we mention with no extra work. It's free! Follow RTL on Instagram: @readingthroughlifepod Follow Sarah on Instagram: @sarahhartleyco  Follow Mia on Instagram: @fastlifeinslowlane   * The books noted above contain affiliate links. This means that we may get a small kickback if you purchase through our links, at no additional cost to you.  

World-renowned and very clever Professor of Short Books, Douglas Ullard...along with his Twenty-Two Minute and Seventeen Second Classic Literature Audio Armchair Theatre Company (or TTMASSCLAATC) brings you F. Scott Fitzgerald's great classic, but short, literary "masterpiece" in just...well...twenty-two minutes and seventeen seconds.  So, if you're trying to look smart in front of your friends and family, but you just don't have the hours it takes to read a classic novel - even one as short as "The Great Gatsby"…then, don't worry…we've done all the hard work for you. In the first of seven episodes of Abridgd...Too Far's inaugural season, The Great Gatsby is brought to you in glorious clarity that the original novel seems to sometimes lack. So sit back and listen. Cast: Ben Starr as Tom Buchanan and others Caroline Rodgers as Daisy Buchanan and others David Menkin as Nick Carraway and others Julien Ball as Wilson and others Stacha Hicks as Myrtle and others Barbara Barnes as Jordan Baker and others With a special introduction by the Professor himself, Douglas Ullard. Written by David Spicer Directed by John Schwab and David Spicer Audio Production by John Schwab

World-renowned and very clever Professor of Short Books, Douglas Ullard...along with his Twenty-Two Minute and Seventeen Second Classic Literature Audio Armchair Theatre Company (or TTMASSCLAATC) brings you Charlotte Brontë's great classic, literary "masterpiece" Jane Eyre in just...well...twenty-two minutes and seventeen seconds.  If you are a massive fan of massive coincidences, then you've come to the right place. With anagrams aplenty, which are extremely important in how novels and names are chosen, you are sure to not want to miss this episode! Jane Eyre in just 1,337 seconds...or thereabouts! Cast Caroline Rodgers as Jane Eyre David Menkin as Rochester and others Ben Starr as Grace Poole and others Charlotte McBurney as Helen Burns and others Julien Ball as Brocklehurst and others Joanna Brookes as Ms Fairfax and others with a special introduction by the Professor himself, Douglas Ullard Written by David Spicer Directed by John Schwab and David Spicer Audio Production by John Schwab

Mike Capuzzi, founder of Bite Sized Books, emphasized the importance of short, helpful books for business owners. He explained how being seen as a book author can give one a competitive edge and how Shooks can be a powerful marketing strategy. Capuzzi offered insights on how to tie products and services to books and shared a formula for creating effective Shooks. He also shared success stories of authors he has worked with and encouraged business owners to consider writing short books as part of their marketing strategy.Mike shared a success story of a client who was a mercury-free dentist and had written a book called "Are Your Teeth Toxic?" He found local businesses where his ideal readers would be, such as yoga studios, health food stores, and chiropractors' offices, and displayed his book with a free offer. In the first 30 days, he got three new patients worth thousands of dollars, proving the effectiveness of targeted marketing.Audrey and Mike also discussed the power of short books and being an author. Mike shared success stories of authors who have used his services to create short books and how it has helped them in their business. They also discussed the importance of serving the reader first and creating a book that will benefit them.Be sure to chicken this ink to receive Mike free materials: Mikecapuzzi.com/magicAre you ready to write and publish your 100-page book? Visit bitesizedbooks.comMike is also a podcast host. Visit his site here authorfactor.comBuzzsprout - Let's get your podcast launched! Start for FREEDesignrr Get Instant Transcripts from your Podcast, Video, or Webinar Riverside.fm Professional Remote Content Creation StudioAltogether Domains, Hosting and More Bringing your business online - domain names, web design, branded email, security, hosting and more.Digital Business Cards Let's speed up your follow up. Get a digital business card.Small Business Legal Services Your Small Business Legal Plan can help with any business legal matter.Get Quality Podcast Guests Now Keep your podcast schedule filled with quality guests from PodMatch.Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the showPlease Rate & ReviewVisit Altogether Marketing LLC

In this episode, Paul G McManus sits down with Michael Budnick, a seasoned financial advisor and bestselling author. Dive into their discussion about the transformative power of writing and publishing books, the ever-evolving landscape of target audiences, the rising demand for audiobook versions, and an exclusive opportunity for financial advisors tied to Michael's recent book that can help advisors create massive new 401(k) opportunities. Key Takeaways:The Power of Publishing: Writing books can be instrumental in honing and conveying your message, facilitating better audience engagement and understanding.Insight Interviews: Engaging with your target audience to gauge their needs and worries can result in a more resonant and effective book.Audience Engagement: Aim to captivate your target audience by tapping into their aspirations while offering invaluable insights.The 401k Maneuver: This innovative addition to retirement plans boasts benefits such as proactive management, bespoke risk tolerance assessment, augmented performance, and diminished fees.The PEP Advantage: The Pooled Employer Plan (PEP) alleviates administrative burdens, liability concerns, and plan audits for employers, granting them more bandwidth to focus on core business activities.Turnkey Solutions: The 401k maneuver and PEP offer streamlined solutions for advisors, furnishing them with supplementary services and promotional avenues.Budnick's Support for Advisors: Michael extends hands-on assistance to fellow advisors, inclusive of benchmarking analyses, proposal crafting, and kick-off discussions.Amplify your Reach with Budnick: Joining forces with Michael on book promotions can bolster an advisor's reputation, paving the way for keynote presentations and instructional modules.Establishing Authority: Crafting and publishing a book solidifies advisors' standings as reliable experts, magnetizing prospective clientele.About Our Guest: Michael Budnick is the author of four books, his most recent one: Prescriptions For Prosperity: Maximizing Investment Returns and Achieving Success In Healthcare Leadership. You can learn more about Michael at: www.michaelbudnick.comAbout Your Host:  Paul G. McManus is an accomplished author and expert in helping financial professionals grow their businesses. With over eight years of experience working exclusively with financial professionals, Paul has helped his clients generate tens of millions of dollars in fees and commissions.As the author of three books, including The Short Book Formula: A Financial Professional's Guide To Writing A Book In Six Weeks To Attract Ideal Clients, and Million Dollar Producer: The Secret Playbook For Financial Professional's To Land High-Value Clients Using LinkedIn, Paul has become a leading authority for financial professionals on using writing and LinkedIn to attract high-value clientsYou can get a complimentary copy of Paul's book at: www.theshortbookformula.comClaim your free audiobook copy at: www.theshortbookformula.comSupport the show

"When we're talking about Do Deal, we're really talking about the verb of how you deal with people... as an ongoing kind of living thing." Richard Hoare didn't set out to become an expert on negotiation. In fact his first attempt at negotiation, when he was offered a poorly paid first job in the music industry involved, he admits, no negotiation at all. But after a career at the top of legal services in the music industry he's learned a thing or two, and recognized the need for a short, straightforward book that set out the principles of successful negotiation in a way that anyone could grasp and use.  Spoiler alert: It's not about getting your own way, it's about uncovering value and nurturing relationships. And because it was written with a co-author, the book involved some negotiation along the way itself. In this week's conversation Richard shares his tactics for writing collaboratively, and indeed writing at all alongside a busy work schedule, together with some practical and profound insights on the art of the (better) deal.

Join us as dive into our final short books of the series, with the book of Jude.

Join us as we talk through who we are in Christ and what we have in Him!

Want to know how to handle conflict resolution? Join us as we dive into the book of Philemon.

Have you ever wanted to know what the book of Galatians was really about? Join us as we dive into this profound letter from Paul.

Mike Capuzzi is a publisher, author, and book publishing coach and has been helping clients create exceptional marketing results since 1998. In 2019, he launched Bite Sized Books, a new publishing concept formula for creating short, helpful books (known as shooks™). Shooks are ideal for business owners, entrepreneurs and corporate leaders who are looking to increase their level of authority, while also providing helpful information in bite sized books.Mike is the author of 15 books, including two Amazon #1 Best Sellers, The 100-Page Book and The Magic of Short Books.If you've ever wanted to write a non-fiction book but weren't sure how to do it, you're going to love what Mike has to share today.

John Hines was in for Jason. He talked with one of his favorite authors, Ken Davis about his new book Great Short Books which will give you some classical book titles to check out.

In Episode 79 of Book Talk, Etc. Tina and Renee share their recent short reads. They also share what they've been loving lately, their latest reads, shelf additions, and have book talk about the pros and cons of reading short books **If you enjoy our commercial free podcast please consider supporting us on Patreon!  We have great bonus episodes including: Books we DNFed, Books We Disagreed On, What's in the Mailbag, + Criminally Booked! Plus, we host fun Zoom events like Mood Reader Happy Hour and Book Talk Book Club, a private Facebook group & a lively DISCORD where you can interact with other patrons all for just $5 a month! Check out our Merchandise Shop!Loving Lately 4:05 Dead to Me TV Show (T) Finlay Donovan is Killing It | Elle Cosimano7:15 The One You Feed Podcast (ep548) (R) We Are the Light | Matthew Quick Latest Reads 9:18 The Winners | Fredrik Backman (T)

On this week's episode of Currently Reading, Kaytee and Mindy are discussing: Bookish Moments: fall reading to the max and spooky season satisfaction Current Reads: some wonderful picks for November and then a bunch of spooky witchy creepy stuff Deep Dive: we are chatting about our favorite books under 200 pages that really blow your mind The Fountain: we visit our perfect fountain to make wishes about our reading lives As per usual, time-stamped show notes are below with references to every book and resource we mentioned in this episode. If you'd like to listen first and not spoil the surprise, don't scroll down!  We are now including transcripts of the episode (this link only works on the main site). The goal here is to increase accessibility for our fans! *Please note that all book titles linked below are Bookshop affiliate links. Your cost is the same, but a small portion of your purchase will come back to us to help offset the costs of the show. If you'd prefer to shop on Amazon, you can still do so here through our main storefront. Anything you buy there (even your laundry detergent, if you recently got obsessed with switching up your laundry game) kicks a small amount back to us. Thanks for your support!*   . . . . 1:37 - Bookish Moment of the Week 7:51 - The Vampiric Vacation by Kiersten White 8:06 - Current Reads 8:19 - This Is Not A Book About Benedict Cumberbatch by Tabitha Carvan (Kaytee) 8:44 - Garcia Street Books 8:59 - The Sorta Awesome Podcast 11:25 - The Soul of an Octopus by Sy Montgomery 15:05 - The Scorpio Races by Maggie Stiefvater (Meredith) 19:30 - Spirit Hunters by Ellen Oh (Kaytee) 19:36 - Currently Reading Season 5: Episode 6 21:07 - The Screaming Staircase by Jonathan Stroud (Misspoke in the episode saying Jonathan Lockwood. The series name is Lockwood & Co.) 21:35 - We Need Diverse Books 22:41 - The Tiger: A True Story of Vengeance and Survival by John Vaillant (Meredith) 30:38 - Witch Please by Ann Aguirre (Kaytee) 34:45 - Bird Box by Josh Malerman 35:04 - Daphne by Josh Malerman (Meredith) 37:22 - An Unlikely Story 37:25 - @anunlikelystory on Instagram 41:39 - Deep Dive: Short Books that Pack a Punch 43:48 - Love and Saffron by Kim Fay 45:06 - The Grown Up by Gillian Flynn (Amazon link, cannot locate on Bookshop.org) 45:13 - Book of the Month 45:20 - Gone Girl by Gillian Flynn 46:17 - A Psalm for the Wild Built by Becky Chambers 46:19 - A Prayer for the Crown Shy by Becky Chambers  46:34 - All Systems Red (Murderbot #1) by Martha Wells  47:01 - A Spindle Splintered by Alix Harrow 47:02 - A Mirror Mended by Alix Harrow 47:46 - Every Heart a Doorway by Seanan McGuire 48:22 - The Little Prince by Antoine de Saint-Exupery 48:31 - The Great Gatsby by F. Scott Fitzgerald  48:42 - 84, Charring Cross Road by Helene Hanff 48:53 - 1984 by George Orwell 48:54 - Animal Farm by George Orwell 49:23 - Passing by Nella Larsen 49:57 - The Governesses by Anne Serre 50:32 - We Have Always Lived in the Castle by Shirley Jackson 50:54 - Elevation by Stephen King 51:26 - The Stand by Stephen King 51:27 - Needful Things by Stephen King 51:41 - A Dead Djinn in Cairo by P. Djeli Clark 52:28 - Meet Us At The Fountain I wish for a buddy reading app that allows for staggered reading. (Kaytee) 52:50 - The StoryGraph 53:14 - We Have Always Lived in the Castle by Shirley Jackson 54:08 - Comfort Me with Apples by Catherynne M. Valente I wish that more caregivers could use books as physical objects and talking points with their littles. (Meredith) Connect With Us: Meredith is @meredith.reads on Instagram Kaytee is @notesonbookmarks on Instagram Mindy is @gratefulforgrace on Instagram Mary is @maryreadsandsips on Instagram Roxanna is @roxannatheplanner on Instagram currentlyreadingpodcast.com @currentlyreadingpodcast on Instagram currentlyreadingpodcast@gmail.com Support us at patreon.com/currentlyreadingpodcast and www.zazzle.com/store/currentlyreading

Mike Capuzzi joins our host Diane Helbig to explain an efficient and effective alternative to writing a traditional 250-page business book. Imagine writing a book that can be read cover to cover in an hour and written and published in just a matter of weeks. That is the promise of a short, helpful book (known as a shook). Mike is a publisher, author and book publishing coach and has been helping clients create exceptional marketing results since 1998. He is the author of 15 books, including two Amazon #1 Best Sellers, The 100-Page Book and The Magic of Short Books. If you've ever wanted to write a non-fiction book but weren't sure how to do it, you're going to love what Mike has to share today. If you are a small business owner or salesperson who struggles with getting the sales results you are looking for, get your copy of Succeed Without Selling today. LinkedIn Jobs helps you find the candidates you want to talk to, faster. Did you know every week, nearly 40 million job seekers visit LinkedIn? Post your job for free at LinkedIn. Terms and conditions apply.

In Episode 61 of Book Talk, Etc. Tina and Renee are sharing their recent short reads.  They also share what they've been loving lately, their latest reads, shelf additions, and have book talk about favorite short books that were so fun to read**If you enjoy the podcast, please consider supporting us on Patreon ! We have great bonus episodes including: Books we DNFed, Books We Disagreed On, What's in the Mailbag, Second Year Spoiler Author Chat, + our ALL NEW CRIMINALLY BOOKED! Plus, we host fun Zoom events like Mood Reader Happy Hour, a private Facebook group & DISCORD where you can interact with other patrons all for just $5 a month! Loving Lately 2:14 90 Day Fiance (T)     7:09 Trader Joe's Pepita Salsa (R) Latest Reads 12:01 Body Grammar |Jules Ohman  (T)    15:11 Nora Goes Off Script |Annabelle Monaghan (R)

Brea and Mallory discuss starting a genre you've never tried before and recommend books to help with a reading hangover. Email us at readingglassespodcast at gmail dot com!Reading Glasses MerchRecommendations StoreMaxFunDrive!www.maximumfun.org/joinSend proof of your membership to readingglassespodcast at gmail dot com to get a personalized book recommendation and access to our Slack channel!Links -Reading Glasses Facebook GroupReading Glasses Goodreads GroupAmazon Wish ListNewsletterLibro.fmBooks Mentioned - Hello, Molly! by Molly ShannonSuch Sharp Teeth by Rachel HarrisonThe Cartographers by Peng ShepardSix Months, Three Days, Five Others by Charlie Jane AndersNinth House by Leigh Bardugo