Podcast appearances and mentions of Sophie Kinsella

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Today we are bringing you an interview with Madeleine Wickham, also known as the international bestselling author Sophie Kinsella. As you may have read, Sophie lost her battle with glioblastoma. Sophie was a dear friend and beloved by readers around the world. Sophie's Shopaholic series was a global phenomenon… 50 million readers (and counting) read about the worlds that Sophie created. Sophie was a balm and a comfort in this weary world, and she brought us 30 novels in 30 years. Our last conversation was about her What Does It Feel Like? Sophie's novel about Eve, a woman who wakes up in a hospital and can't remember how she got there. The novel was published a year ago- and it became an instant bestseller. Readers related to Eve's journey, the pain of sharing a diagnosis with her children, the good husband, who is a rock and the celebration of small victories that shored up the strength of the family in the face of a daunting illness. In this conversation are Sophie's thoughts on life, death, creativity and the journeys of our souls… We hope you enjoy.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Beyond excited to welcome Amy Lea back to Books Are Chic! Romance icon, Bravo stan, and an absolute ball of joy, Amy is truly one of my favorite guests. Nothing was off-limits as we dove into Real Housewives drama, Secret Lives of Mormon Wives, the heartbreaking loss of romance legend Sophie Kinsella, and—of course—the star of the show—The Bodyguard Affair, her latest rom-com that delivers on swoon, spice, and everything in between.We gabbed about the importance of romance, her inspiration and personal ties to the story, what's next on her writing horizon, Justin and Katie (yes—the former prime minister and the pop star!), and so much more.Add any of Amy's novels to your holiday wishlist—they're the perfect companions for travel, cozy nights in, and a much-needed seasonal escape!

A Royal Canadian Navy sailor is rescued after going missing -- in the Pacific Ocean; we'll talk to a commander on a ship that got the mayday call. The Alberta government has used the notwithstanding clause yet again, this time to push through laws that will affect young transgender people. A trans advocate tells us it's too much -- and they've gone too far. A Liberal MP says he has concerns about an Alberta-built pipeline -- but Conservative attempts to get MPs like him to break from the federal government aren't going to fly. Australia enacts the world's first social media ban for children under the age of sixteen; one woman tells us that for her son, who has a disability, it's like losing a lifeline. We'll remember Sophie Kinsella, whose "Confessions of a Shopaholic" novels earned her legions of fans. Her editor tells us the author was as special as her books. After we heard about a rank ginkgo tree in a Nova Scotia historic garden, we heard from you about your own gingko struggles -- and how you odour-came them. As It Happens, the Wednesday Edition. Radio that turns over an "ew" leaf.

On today's episode: Zelenskyy will hold urgent talks with 30 countries as Trump pushes for swift peace deal with Russia. Trump says the US has seized an oil tanker off the coast of Venezuela. Parent of student charged in shooting that killed teen at Kentucky State University. Federal Reserve cuts key rate but signals higher bar for future reductions. Judge orders Trump to end California National Guard troop deployment in Los Angeles. Justice Department can unseal records from Epstein's 2019 sex trafficking case, judge says. Blend of unusual weather conditions brings trillions of gallons in persistent rain to the Northwest. Bronx man charged in shooting of Jets player Kris Boyd appears in court. US stocks rise after the Fed cuts rates and hopes build for more. Former 'Real Housewives' star moved from prison to community program for remainder of her sentence. Diana Ross will headline 'Dick Clark’s New Year’s Rockin’ Eve' lineup. Sophie Kinsella, author of the millions-selling ‘Shopaholic’ novels, dies at 55. The defending NBA champs match the league’s best start, another Western Conference contender advances in the NBA Cup, a Big Ten football coach is jailed hours after his firing, a five-time All-Star slugger departs New York in baseball’s free agency and an acquitted hockey player signs a tryout deal. QB Philip Rivers eager to get back in the game with the Colts after coming out of retirement. A'ja Wilson wins AP Female Athlete of the Year following historic 4th WNBA MVP. Egypt and Iran complain about planned World Cup 'Pride' match in Seattle. After months in hiding, Venezuelan opposition leader Machado reappears as a Nobel laureate. Machado's daughter accepts Nobel Peace Prize in Venezuelan opposition leader's absence. —The Associated Press About this program Host Terry Lipshetz is managing editor of the national newsroom for Lee Enterprises. Besides producing the daily Hot off the Wire news podcast, Terry conducts periodic interviews for this Behind the Headlines program, co-hosts the Streamed & Screened movies and television program and is the former producer of Across the Sky, a podcast dedicated to weather and climate. Theme music The News Tonight, used under license from Soundstripe. YouTube clearance: ZR2MOTROGI4XAHRX

All 46 countries signed up to the European Convention on Human Rights, including the UK, have given themselves until next May to re-think how it should be applied to immigration cases.Lawyers for eight prisoners who are being held on remand — accused of offences related to Palestine Action — say they are at risk of dying from a hunger strike.The best-selling author Sophie Kinsella has died at the age of fifty-five from brain cancer.And the former French president Nicolas Sarkozy becomes the latest prisoner to publish his memoirs.

Actress June Squibb on her lead role in Scarlett Johansson's debut feature Eleanor the Great, in which a woman in her 90s moves back from Florida to Manhattan and forms a friendship with a young journalism student - the film explores themes of grief, the Holocaust, truth and lies. Jenny Colgan pays tribute to her fellow bestselling novelist Sophie Kinsella, whose death was announced today. From the daring heist on the Louvre in Paris in October to the theft of Matisse artworks from Brazil's second-largest library just this week, we discuss 2025's spate of museum heists with investigative journalist Riah Pryor and with Sunna Altnoder of UNESCO, who have recently opened a Virtual Museum of Stolen Cultural Objects.Artist Michael Fullerton discusses the symbolism in his portraits of asylum seekers, painted during his time working in the kitchen of a hotel in Carlisle, and which are on display at Edinburgh's City Art Centre until March.Presenter: Kirsty Wark Producer: Mark Crossan

The Bank of Canada holds key interest rate at 2 point 25 per cent. Alberta Premier Danielle Smith's government passes bill invoking notwithstanding clause for fourth time. US Senate is set to vote Thursday on new Republican health care bill, seen as an alternative to "Obamacare". Mark Wiseman, longtime friend of the Prime Minister, being considered to replace Kirsten Hillman as Canadian ambassador to the United States. Maria Corina Machado's daughter accepts her Nobel Peace Prize, as the Venezuelan opposition leader travels to Oslo. Beloved author Robert Munsch holds final interview with CBC after announcing he has been approved for medical assistance in dying. Shopaholic author Sophie Kinsella dies at age 55 of an aggressive form of brain cancer.

Beyonce, Venus Williams and Nicole Kidman are teaming up on the creative event of the year, and just when we thought we couldn't be more attracted to Robert Pattinson...boom. A new film (and a new trailer!) ☕ Sharon Osbourne opens up about Ozzy's final days ☕ Girls rule the world as the Met Gala co-chairs are announced ☕ Celebrated author Sophie Kinsella passes away at 55☕ A new trailer for Rob Pattinson and Zendaya's new film ☕ Gwyneth Paltrow sits down with Jacob Elordi MORE CELEB NEWS: Once you’ve devoured this morning’s celeb stories, get your daily news headlines from The Quicky here. Our podcast Watch Party is out now, listen on Apple or Spotify. THE END BITS Support independent women's media Follow us on TikTok, Instagram and Facebook. And subscribe to our Youtube channel. Read all the latest entertainment news on Mamamia... here. Discover more Mamamia Podcasts here. CREDITS Host & Producer: Ash London Executive Producer: Monisha IswaranBecome a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Trump administration is casting doubt on the future of the Canada/U.S./Mexico trade deal. A top official suggests the three-way pact could be replaced by separate bilateral deals — a change that would send shockwaves through the markets, businesses, and cause more uncertainty for the Canadian economy. It comes as all three countries prepare to review the deal starting next year.And: Quebec's anti-corruption police launch a criminal investigation after allegations of a cash-for-votes scheme among the provincial Liberal Party.Also: A serious and silly conversation with best-selling Canadian children's author Robert Munsch. He has dementia and Parkinson's disease and has been approved for medical assistance in dying. He talks to chief correspondent Adrienne Arsenault about what that means for him, and the plans for his legacy after he's gone.Plus: Bank of Canada rate holds steady, dangerous addition to street drug supply, Sophie Kinsella dies, and more.

AP correspondent Haya Panjwani reports on a rom-com author's death.

NBA News, NFL News, MLB News, WNBA News, NHL News, A Farewell to Steve Hertz, Raul Malo, Tom Hicks, Chad Spodick, Cary-Hiroyuki Tagawa, Jubilant Sykes & Sophie Kinsella!

Hannah en Bram zijn als water en vuur. Als dat maar goed gaat tijdens pakjesavond… Voor fans van Jenny Colgan en Sophie Kinsella. Uitgegeven door Loft Books Spreker: Valerie Wenni

Met kerst komt de boekwinkel waar Hedwig werkt in gevaar, maar haar gedachten dwalen steeds af naar de mysterieuze bezorgster die haar pad kruiste. Voor fans van Sophie Kinsella en Susan Muskee. Uitgegeven door Loft Books Spreker: Miryanna van Reeden

Get in the Christmas spirit with this charming and funny festive rom-com perfect for fans of Elena Armas, Sophie Kinsella and Catherine Walsh! Elodie Martin isn't exactly known for her Christmas ch... Uitgegeven door SAGA Egmont Spreker: Sarah Durham

DESPEDIDA LIBROS 00:02:45 Los diablos (Joe Abercrombie) 00:05:35 The three lives of Cate Kay (Kate Fagan) 00:07:55 What does it feel like? (Sophie Kinsella) 00:09:30 Muerte en la isla (Holly Jackson) 00:10:25 Nada es eterno salvo la Carrá (Pedro Ángel Sánchez) 00:12:20 Del odio al amor (Ali Hazelwood) 00:14:05 Making Rumours (Ken Caillat) 00:15:55 Siete piedras para resistir o caer. Outlander #9.5 (Diana Gabaldon) 00:18:25 Ruined (Sarah Vaughn) 00:19:55 Por los pelos (Marian Keyes) 00:21:25 Hilos de vida (Clare Hunter) 00:22:50 La herida perpetua (Almudena Grandes) 00:24:35 La lista de invitados (Lucy Foley) 00:25:35 La zona muerta (Stephen King) 00:27:35 Bichos y demás parientes (Gerald Durrell) 00:28:55 Yo, Bárbara (Bárbara Rey) 00:31:05 Heartbreak is the national anthem (Rob Sheffield) 00:33:40 Una pareja casi perfecta (Emily Eden) 00:35:15 El retorno de Rachel Price (Holly Jackson) 00:37:10 Los Davenport (Krystal Marquis) 00:39:35 La extraña Sally Diamond (Liz Nugent) 00:41:05 Una vida maravillosa (Emily Henry) 00:42:45 La larga marcha (Stephen King) 00:45:15 Deberes: La muy catastrófica visita al zoo (Joel Dicker) PELÍCULAS 00:48:45 Diario de una chica adolescente 00:51:30 Laila Roth: Lucy 00:53:00 Pobreza en Estados Unidos 00:55:00 Mi lista de deseos 00:56:35 Nadie 2 00:57:30 The unsolved killings of Jack the Ripper 00:58:25 Weapons 01:00:45 Materialistas 01:02:40 Las guerreras K-pop 01:03:55 Los Rose 01:06:15 El club del crimen de los jueves 01:07:10 Generación riqueza 01:10:15 Número desconocido: falsa identidad en el instituto 01:14:45 Deberes: La huella del mal / Cómo entrenar a tu dragón (2025) SERIES 01:17:00 The biggest loser: la realidad del reality para perder peso 01:21:10 The Split: Barcelona 01:22:15 Los asesinatos de la tienda de yogur 01:24:35 Marcial Maciel: el lobo de Dios 01:26:15 El ultimátum Francia (T1) 01:28:20 Furia (T1) 01:30:30 El instituto (T1) 01:33:15 Paradise (T1) 01:34:35 Wednesday (T2) 01:36:50 Love is blind UK (T2) 01:39:10 The gilded age (T3) 01:42:55 And just like that (T3) 01:45:25 Upload (T4) 01:47:15 Deberes: Generación click 01:48:50 DESPEDIDA En este programa suenan: Radical Opinion (Archers) / Siesta (Jahzzar) / Place on Fire (Creo) / I saw you on TV (Jahzzar) / Bicycle Waltz (Goobye Kumiko)

Joined by Meg from @megsreadingclub, this episode, we're diving into a mix of stories that bring together sharp wit, big emotions, and unforgettable characters. From classic social drama to epic fantasy battles, from gritty poetry to juicy Hollywood secrets, these books show people pushing back against the rules—whether society's or their own. If you like smart, messy, and sometimes wild stories with strong characters, this episode is for you.Join the Books to Last Podcast, where book lovers share their top 5 must-read books for a dream getaway. Inspired by BBC's Desert Island Discs, each episode features fun stories, book recommendations, and heartfelt conversations. Tune in for inspiring tales and discover your next great read!Guest Details:Instagram: @megsreadingclubBBC interview about Meg's book club: https://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/p0jpv179Podcast:W: https://anchor.fm/bookstolastpodTwitter: @BooksToLastPodInstagram: @BooksToLastPodMusic by DAYLILY@daylilyuk on Instagramhttps://open.spotify.com/artist/31logKBelcPBZMNhUmU3Q6Spoiler WarningBooks Discussed:Pride and Prejudice by Jane AustenThe Adventures of Sherlck Holmes by Arthur Conan DoyleEmpire of Storms by Sarah J MaasSlug by Hollie McNishThe Seven Hisbands of Evelyn Hugo by Taylor Jenkins ReidEverything I Know About Love by Dolly AldertonIn Memoriam by Alice WindThe Thursday Murder Club by Richard OsmanThe Secret Dreamworld of a Shopaholic by Sophie Kinsella

Vamos às reviews relâmpago do que lemos de setembro a dezembro de 2024, na nossa escala habitual de Comprar, Kobo, e Cagar? Livros mencionados: - Os Detalhes, Ia Genberg (02:04) - All the Water in the World, Eiren Caffall (02:38) - A Novel Love Story, Ashley Poston (07:34) - ⁠A Malnascida, Beatrice Salvioni (08:16) - Just Last Night, Mhairi McFarlane (08:50) - Vista Chinesa, Tatiana Salem Levy (09:16) - ⁠Solitária, Eliana Alves Cruz (09:46) - Good Material (Bom Partido), Dolly Alderton (10:07) - I Love Dick, Chris Kraus (10:40) - And How Does That Make You Feel?: Everything You Never Wanted to Know About Therapy, Joshua Fletcher (11:05) - No Tempo das Cerejas, Célia Correia Loureiro (11:48) - The Weekend, Charlotte Wood (12:38) - ⁠Incidents Around the House, Josh Malerman (13:43) - This Summer Will Be Different (Este Verão Vai ser Diferente), Carley Fortune (14:40) - Triste Tigre, Neige Sinno (15:22) - Ariadne, Jennifer Saint (16:40) - Freckles, Cecelia Ahern (17:22) - Ruthless Vows (Promessas Cruéis), Rebecca Ross (18:11) - Um Lobo no Quarto, Valentina Silva Ferreira (19:02) - A Cicatriz, Maria Francisca Gama (19:52) - ⁠Deus Pátria Família, Hugo Gonçalves (20:02) - Elena Knows, Claudia Piñeiro (21:27) - Stay True (Lealdade), Hua Hsu (22:44) - Um Dedo Borrado de Tinta, Histórias de Quem Não Pôde Aprender a Ler, Catarina Gomes (23:50) - Intermezzo, Sally Rooney (25:15) - Hidden Pictures (Desenhos Ocultos), Jason Rekulak (25:51) - Brutes, Dizz Tate (26:48) - Savor It (Quando o Verão Terminar…), Tarah DeWitt (27:28) - Drive Your Plow Over the Bones of the Dead (Conduz o Teu Arado sobre os Ossos dos Mortos), Olga Tokarczuk (28:32) - The Bee Sting (A Picada de Abelha), Paul Murray (29:25) - Notes on Heartbreak (Notas sobre Corações Partidos), Annie Lord (29:49) - The Burnout, Sophie Kinsella (31:37) - Descansos, Susana Amaro Velho (31:53) - The Happy Couple (O Casal Feliz), Naoise Dolan (32:34) - The List, Yomi Adegoke (33:03) - Pequena Coreografia do Adeus & O Peso do Pássaro Morto, Aline Bei (34:32) - Nettle & Bone, T. Kingfisher (34:41) - The Third Gilmore Girl, Kelly Bishop (35:14) - The Vanishing Act of Esme Lennox (O Estranho Desaparecimento de Esme Lennox), Maggie O'Farrell (35:50) - Orbital, Samantha Harvey (36:29) - Diálogos Para o Fim do Mundo, Joana Bértholo (37:31) - The Ministry of Time (O Ministério do Tempo), Kaliane Bradley (37:57) - White Nights (Noites Brancas), Fyodor Dostoyevsky (38:21) - One Day in December (Um Dia em Dezembro), Josie Silver (38:53) - Graveyard Shift, M. L. Rio (39:27) - Demon Copperhead, Barbara Kingsolver (40:26) - We Used to Live Here, Marcus Kliewer (41:11) - Holiday Romance (Romance de Férias), Catherine Walsh (41:59) - A Origem dos Dias, Miguel D'Alte (42:38) - Snowed In, Catherine Walsh (43:02) - Ruído, Lisboa, uma cidade que não se cala, João Pedro Pincha (43:41) - Kiss Her Once for Me, Alison Cochrun (44:37) - ⁠Também os Brancos Sabem Dançar, Kalaf Epalanga (45:16) - The Fall of the House of Usher (A Queda da Casa de Usher), Edgar Allan Poe (45:56) - What Moves the Dead, T. Kingfisher (46:15) - A Sunny Place for Shady People (Um Lugar Luminoso para Gente Sombria), Mariana Enríquez (46:59) - There Are Rivers in the Sky, Elif Shafak (47:43) - Family Meal, Bryan Washington (48:07) - ⁠Querida Tia, Valérie Perrin (48:33) - The Wood at Midwinter, Susanna Clarke (49:07) - ⁠O Amor e Sua Fome, Lorena Portela (49:46) - Para Onde Vão os Guarda-Chuvas, Afonso Cruz (50:19) - Não Fossem as Sílabas do Sábado, Mariana Salomão Carrara (50:36) - Earth, John Boyne (51:06) - ⁠Melhor Não Contar, Tatiana Salem Levy (51:25) - Rodham, Curtis Sittenfeld (52:05) - ⁠A Educação Física, Joana Mosi (53:43) - Marigold e Rose, Louise Glück (54:23) ________________ Falem connosco: livratepodcast@gmail.com. Encontrem-nos em: www.instagram.com/julesdsilva // www.instagram.com/ritadanova Identidade visual: Mariana Cardoso (marianarfpcardoso@hotmail.com) Genérico: Vitor Carraca Teixeira (www.instagram.com/oputovitor)

E mais uma vez nos reunimos aqui para apresentar as nossas melhores e piores leituras de 2024, onde houve espaço para livros memoráveis e outros que nos fizeram questionar muita coisa. Partilhem connosco as vossas listas, também! Livros mencionados neste episódio: - Holiday Romance (Romance de Férias), Catherine Walsh (05:31) - Não Fossem as Sílabas do Sábado, Mariana Salomão Carrara (06:33) - A Cicatriz, Maria Francisca Gama (09:02) - Stoner, John Williams (09:21) - Revolução, Hugo Gonçalves (09:45) - Clytemnestra, Costanza Casati (10:01) - Dear Edward (Querido Edward), Ann Napolitano (10:38) - Torto Arado, Itamar Vieira Júnior (10:52) - Corte & Costura: As Maiores Fofocas da Nossa Realeza, Márcia Gil Pedroso (11:06) - Coisas de Loucos, Catarina Gomes (12:21) - Blue Sisters (Irmãs Blue), Coco Mellors (13:22) - In Memoriam, Alice Winn (14:55) - The Dutch House (A Casa Holandesa), Ann Patchett (16:06) - Funny Story (Uma Boa História), Emily Henry (17:40) - True Biz, Sara Nović (18:38) - The Seven Year Slip, Ashley Boston (21:11) - Boys Don't Cry, Fíona Scarlett (22:44) - How to End a Love Story (Como Acabar uma História de Amor), Yulin Kuang (25:12) - For the Love of Men: A New Vision for Mindful Masculinity, Liz Plank (29:27) - Grief is for People, Sloane Crowley (32:06) - Soldier Sailor, Claire Kilroy (34:44) - The Bee Sting (A Picada de Abelha), Paul Murray (37:22) - Small Worlds (Pequenos Mundos), Caleb Azumah Nelson (39:33) - Just Last Night, Mhairi McFarlane (42:08) - A Malnascida, Beatrice Salvioni (44:22) - Intermezzo, Sally Rooney (46:20) - Drive Your Plow Over the Bones of the Dead (Conduz o Teu Arado Sobre os Ossos dos Mortos), Olga Tokarczuk (47:16 & 01:09:11) - There Are Rivers in the Sky, Elif Shafak (49:08) - Stay True (Lealdade), Hua Hsu (53:55) - The List, Yomi Adegoke (54:52) - White Nights (Noites Brancas), Fyodor Dostoevsky (56:02) - Britt-Marie was Here (Britt-Marie Esteve Aqui), Fredrik Backman (57:48) - The Perfect Find (O Achado Perfeito), Tia Williams(58:36) - Silver Nitrate, Silvia Moreno-Garcia (59:50) - The End of the Moment We Had, Toshiba Okada (01:00:41) - Mile High, Liz Tomforde (01:02:06) - Savor it (Quando o Verão Terminar), Tarah DeWitt (01:02:48) - Night Shift, Annie Crown (01:03:53) - Argyle, Elly Conway (01:04:31) - I Have Some Questions for You, Rebecca Makkai (01:06:46) - By Grand Central Station I Sat Down and Wept, Elizabeth Smart (01:08:20) - Must I Go, Yiyun Li (01:09:58) - The Burnout (O Burnout), Sophie Kinsella (01:11:07) - The Storied Life of A. J. Fikry, Gabrielle Zevin (01:11:44) - Western Lane, Chetna Maroo (01:13:48) - Lear Wife, J. R. Thorp (01:15:08) - The Co-Op, Tarah DeWitt (01:16:35) - A Maldição de Rosas, Diana Pinguicha (01:17:11) ________________ Enviem as vossas questões ou sugestões para livratepodcast@gmail.com. Encontrem-nos nas redes sociais: www.instagram.com/julesdsilva www.instagram.com/ritadanova twitter.com/julesxdasilva twitter.com/ritadanova Identidade visual do podcast: da autoria da talentosa Mariana Cardoso, que podem encontrar em marianarfpcardoso@hotmail.com. Genérico do podcast: criado pelo incrível Vitor Carraca Teixeira, que podem encontrar em www.instagram.com/oputovitor.

Kelly talks with bestselling author Sophie Kinsella (Shopaholic series) about life after her 2022 brain cancer diagnosis. Sophie shares what it was like to edit a novel she couldn't remember writing, explains her nightly gratitude practice with her husband Henry, and describes how she's learned to focus on what truly matters. The conversation weaves through her writing process, her relationship with sleep, and her decision to turn her medical journey into fiction rather than memoir, all while bringing her characteristic wit to a candid discussion about healing. This series is sponsored by Coop Sleep Goods who make the Original Pillow and Comphy SpaSheets that Kelly (and her whole family) love. Go to www.coopsleepgoods.com/wonders for 20% off To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

New York resident and author, Flora Qian was born and raised in Shanghai but has lived in Singapore and Hong Kong, where her ancestors had lived, and in Washington D.C. before settling in New York. This cross cultural and multilingual experience influenced her debut novel, “South of the Yangtze.” At once a coming-of-age story and a meditation on language itself, South of the Yangtze is Flora Qian's award-winning debut novel that follows Yinan Qian, a girl growing up in Shanghai at the turn of the century. Set against China's rapidly changing political, economic, and social environment from the 1980s to current day, South of the Yangtze is a thoughtful reflection on both physical migration and migration between languages. Layered with history, it provides a moving portrait of China's only child generation and the meaning of identity. In an interview, Qian could discuss: WRITING: · South of the Yangtze is fiction but draws from Flora's life experiences. Did this make it easier or more difficult to find Yinan's “voice” while writing? · With language being such a central theme to South of the Yangtze, why did Flora choose to write the book in English? · The book frequently references Chinese words and history. How did Flora balance explanation for an audience that may not be well-versed in Chinese culture while remaining authentic to her vision? · Which books have influenced Flora the most as a writer? In South of the Yangtze, Dream of the Red Chamber has a special place for Yinan and her friend, Jie. What is its significance? CHINESE CULTURE & LANGUAGE: · Her experiences growing up in China during the only-child mandate, which lasted from 1979 to 2015. · Flora has lived in Shanghai and Hong Kong, as well as the United States. What were the major cultural differences? Did they inspire South of the Yangtze in any way? · Did Flora's experience living in Hong Kong during the protests of 2019 – 2020 influence South of the Yangtze? · What it was like to witness enormous socioeconomic shifts in China through her childhood and into her adulthood. · One of the book's main themes is how language shapes thought. With Chinese being one of the oldest living languages, is it especially poised to do so? Why did Flora choose to write the book in English? · Given how rapid the changes to China were following the Cultural Revolution, how does South of the Yangtze preserve a specific and unique moment in China's history? · There are frequent references to Chinese folktales in the novel. How do they play a role in Flora's writing life? · One of the early relationships the protagonist has in South of the Yangtze is with her Mandarin-speaking teacher, who was also an activist in the 1989 Tiananmen Square protest. What is the significance of this character and their relationship? · Migration is one of the central themes in South of the Yangtze. Yinan is an emigrant (from China) and Simon is a first-generation Chinese American. They seem to share a special connection. How does Flora's experience of being an emigrant inform the novel? Sherylbass999@gmail.com or sheryl@mckinneymediagroup.com FLORA QIAN was born and raised in Shanghai. She received a bachelor's degree in English from Fudan University in 2005. After graduation, she worked briefly in the publishing industry in Shanghai, where she was as an editor and an interpreter. In 2007, Flora moved to Hong Kong for a master's degree in Translation at The Chinese University of Hong Kong. During that time, she translated Sophie Kinsella's Shopaholic and Sister into Chinese, which was published in 2009. Afterward, she worked in the financial sector in Hong Kong for six years.

Livros mencionados neste episódio: - Snowflake, Louise Nealon (28:08) - So Late in the Day (A uma Hora Tão Tardia), Claire Keegan (28:22) - Cleopatra and Frankenstein, Coco Mellors (28:33) - Conversations with Friends (Conversas entre Amigos), Sally Rooney (29:08) - The Flatshare (Apartamento Partilha-se), Beth O'Leary (49:33) - The Catch, Amy Lea (50:13) - Freckles, Cecelia Ahern (51:14) Sobre os livros de Novembro: - The Happy Couple (O Casal Feliz), Naiose Dolan (06:40) - The Burnout (O Burnout), Sophie Kinsella (29:52) ✨ Livros de Dezembro do Clube do Livra-te✨ - Demon Copperhead, Barbara Kingsolver (04:39 & 55:18) - Ministry of Time (O Ministério do Tempo), Kaliane Bradley (03:12 & 57:23) - Para Onde Vão Os Guarda-Chuvas, Afonso Cruz (01:01:08) ________________ Enviem as vossas questões ou sugestões para livratepodcast@gmail.com. Encontrem-nos nas redes sociais: www.instagram.com/julesdsilva www.instagram.com/ritadanova twitter.com/julesxdasilva twitter.com/ritadanova Identidade visual do podcast: da autoria da talentosa Mariana Cardoso, que podem encontrar em marianarfpcardoso@hotmail.com. Genérico do podcast: criado pelo incrível Vitor Carraca Teixeira, que podem encontrar em www.instagram.com/oputovitor.

Is that a dragonfly necklace, or is it just a ghost whispering to you?Join Jill and Sam on Improbably Bad Books as they dive into Twenties Girl by Sophie Kinsella—a tale of ghosts, fashion, and a feisty great-aunt from the Roaring Twenties. Together, they navigate the highs and lows of this charming chick-lit novel, from flapper dresses in modern-day London to secondhand embarrassment on the dance floor.Discover how a ghostly friendship turns into a heartfelt connection, why gin and tonics are the perfect book club pairing, and which 2000s-era Aston Martin made Sam's "solid writing" list. Whether you're looking for a cozy post-shopping read or just curious about Charleston lessons at 2 a.m., this episode has something for everyone.And hey, if the necklace whispers, listen carefully. ✨Twenties GirlSophie Kinsella

Aqui estamos nós para aquele episódio em que falamos sem papas na língua (tradução: com spoilers) sobre as nossas escolhas de outubro do Clube do Livra-te. Este mês estamos a experimentar um formato ligeiramente diferente, com premissas para a discussão, por isso digam-nos o que acharam! Livros mencionados neste episódio: - The Bee Sting, Paul Murray (2:49) - We Used to Live Here, Marcus Kliewer (3:47) Sobre os livros de Outubro: - Savor It (Quando o Verão Terminar…), Tarah DeWitt (7:58) - Drive Your Plow Over the Bones of the Dead (Conduz o Teu Arado Sobre os Ossos dos Mortos), Olga Tokarczuk (26:31) ✨ Livros de Novembro do Clube do Livra-te: ✨ - The Burnout (O Burnout), Sophie Kinsella (44:57) - The Happy Couple (O Casal Feliz), Naoise Dolan (47:39) - As Primas, Aurora Venturini // Leitura exclusiva do Discord (49:43) ________________ Enviem as vossas questões ou sugestões para livratepodcast@gmail.com. Encontrem-nos nas redes sociais: www.instagram.com/julesdsilva www.instagram.com/ritadanova twitter.com/julesxdasilva twitter.com/ritadanova Identidade visual do podcast: da autoria da talentosa Mariana Cardoso, que podem encontrar em marianarfpcardoso@hotmail.com. Genérico do podcast: criado pelo incrível Vitor Carraca Teixeira, que podem encontrar em www.instagram.com/oputovitor.

#1 bestselling author Sophie Kinsella joins Zibby to discuss WHAT DOES IT FEEL LIKE?, an extraordinary, unforgettable novel about a successful novelist who faces a devastating diagnosis and must learn to live and love anew—a story that is rooted in Sophie's own battle with brain cancer and ensuing memory issues. Sophie opens up about her journey and shares how this book came to be—it involves slowly dictating notes into her phone when she couldn't even write. She talks about fiction as her safe space, her use of humor in the story, the support she's received from her husband and children, and her personal realization that the little, everyday moments in life are the ones that matter. Purchase on Bookshop: https://bit.ly/48bmDZYShare, rate, & review the podcast, and follow Zibby on Instagram @zibbyowens! Now there's more! Subscribe to Moms Don't Have Time to Read Books on Acast+ and get ad-free episodes. https://plus.acast.com/s/moms-dont-have-time-to-read-books. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dr Hilary Cass, now Baroness Cass, led a four year review into children's gender identity services in England. Her final report concluded that children had been let down by a lack of research and "remarkably weak" evidence on medical interventions, and called for gender services for young people to match the standards of other NHS care. In an exclusive interview Nuala McGovern gets Dr Hilary Cass's reflections six months on from releasing her landmark report.A Tupperware of Ashes is a play which follows an ambitious Michelin-Star chef, Queenie, played by Meera Syal. It's a family drama about life, immigration and the Indian spiritual cycle of death and rebirth written by playwright Tanika Gupta. Both women joined Anita Rani to talk about the play which is currently on at the National Theatre.Mums say that the UK's system for children with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) is broken. An opinion poll from Opinium commissioned by Woman's Hour for a programme on SEND last month revealed that only half of mothers believe their child with SEND is well supported in school, and those in Scotland are the least likely to feel this way. Krupa Padhy takes a look at what is going on behind the scenes with Julie Allan, Professor of Equity and Inclusion at the University of Birmingham; Bev Alderson, National Executive Member of the teaching union NASUWT and Jo Van Herwegen. Professor of Developmental Psychology and Education at University College London.Bestselling author Sophie Kinsella, known for the hugely popular Shopaholic series and many other bestsellers, talks to Nuala about her latest novel, What Does It Feel Like? It is her most autobiographical yet and tells the story of a novelist who wakes up in a hospital bed with no memory of how she got there and learns she's had surgery to remove a large tumour growing in her brain. She must re-learn how to walk, talk, and write. Six months ago, Sophie shared with her readers on social media that in 2022, she had been diagnosed with glioblastoma, a type of aggressive brain cancer. It is known for its poor prognosis with only 25% of people surviving more than one year, and only 5% survive more than five years.A new report from the British Pregnancy Advisory Service, BPAS, looks into what women want from contraception, the innovations in non-hormonal contraception, and the contraceptive options available to men. Anita was joined by CEO of BPAS Heidi Stewart and 28-year-old Charlotte whose contraceptive pill gave her severe migraines for more than two years before the connection was made.The Northumbrian electro-folk musician Frankie Archer has performed at Glastonbury and The BBC Proms, been featured on ‘Later... With Jools Holland', and named as One To Watch! She has released a new EP 'Pressure and Persuasion', through which she tells the stories of four women and girls from centuries past who navigate the same expectations that are put on women today. Frankie joined Nuala to talk about womanhood, tradfolk and to perform her current single, Elsie Marley.Presenter: Krupa Padhy Producer: Annette Wells Editor: Rebecca Myatt

If you remember the #butnotmaternity campaign during the Covid-19 pandemic you'll recall that women were sometimes left to give birth without their partners. Those restrictions for maternity care were left in place far too long affecting the mental health of mothers and staff. That's according to evidence given to the Covid-19 inquiry which this week is looking at the subject in detail. The inquiry has been listening to the impact on women from 13 pregnancy, baby and parent organisations. We hear from our correspondent who has been following it, Jim Reid, and from Jenny Ward, the CEO of the Lullaby Trust, who gave evidence on behalf of all the organisations. And we talk to Daisie Lane who tells us of her own experience and her book chronicling 150 other women's experiences.Bestselling author Sophie Kinsella, known for the hugely popular Shopaholic series and many other bestsellers, has sold over 45 million books which have been translated into more than 40 languages. Her latest novel, What Does It Feel Like?, is her most autobiographical yet. It tells the story of a novelist who wakes up in a hospital bed with no memory of how she got there and learns she's had surgery to remove a large tumour growing in her brain. She must re-learn how to walk, talk, and write again. Six months ago, Sophie shared with her readers on social media that in 2022, she had been diagnosed with glioblastoma, a type of aggressive brain cancer. It's known for its poor prognosis with only 25% of people surviving more than one year, and only 5% survive more than five years.A murder investigation has been launched after the body of a 22-year-old woman was found in south Belfast. Mary Ward is the fourth woman to be murdered in the space of six weeks in Northern Ireland. The Police Service of Northern Ireland - or PSNI - have referred the case to the office of the Police Ombudsman. Earlier this year, the PSNI released figures showing that in the five years between 2019 and 2024, 30 women and girls across Northern Ireland were killed by men. To put that into context, the population of Northern Ireland is around 1.9 million. We hear from Alison Morris - the Crime Reporter for the Belfast Telegraph.Woman's Hour is joined by the winner of the BBC Green Sport Award, the rower Imogen Grant. Campaigning for cleaner rivers, being vegan and buying fewer clothes are all things Imogen does to protect the environment. She also talks about winning gold at Paris 2024.Presenter: Nuala McGovern Producer: Kirsty Starkey

On this week's episode of You Are What You Read, we are joined by beloved wife, mother, friend and bestselling author of the Shopaholic series, Sophie Kinsella, for a conversation about her most personal books yet, What Does It Feel Like? At the end of 2022, Sophie was diagnosed with glioblastoma, a form of aggressive brain cancer, and being the masterful writer she is, Sophie turned her own life into a narrative. In What Does It Feel Like?, we meet Eve, a successful novelist who wakes up one day in a hospital bed with no memory of how she got there. Her husband, never far from her side, explains that she has had an operation to remove the large, malignant tumor growing in her brain. What follows is an unforgettable story about learning to live and love anew.  We'd like to thank our sponsor, Book of the Month.  Head over to bookofthemonth.com and use Promo Code ADRI to get your first book for just $9.99. Thank you for listening, and thank you for reading. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's pumpkin spice szn (already?!) and Steph's got you covered with today's Friday Five! Pull up a cozy seat for five fab new releases dropping this fall! We've got a tearjerker, #AWHOLEBOOK, a frothy thrill, a memoir from a true icon, and the latest from one of Steph's favorites! What's on your radar this autumn? Let us know on Instagram (@bookedsolidpod) and don't forget to leave us a review! Thank you so much for listening, bookish besties! TODAY'S SOLID BOOKS: What Does it Feel Like by Sophie Kinsella (10/8/24) Here One Moment by Liane Moriarty (9/10/24) The Boyfriend by Freida McFadden (10/1/24) From Here to the Great Unknown by Lisa Marie Presley and Riley Keough (10/8/24) Is She Really Going Out with Him? by Sophie Cousens (11/19/24)

Join me and Special Guest Em: Ruby, as we try to figure out this beach side mystery. Thanks for joining us! Say hi on Insta: @soulmatesandsmut

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DO YOURSELF A FAVOUR. DON'T BOTHER WATCHING THIS DRAMA. Judy and Linda are dumbfounded by "Miss Night and Day" (낮과 밤이 다른 그녀), the JTBC drama starring Jung EunJi, Lee JungEun and Choi JinHyuk.      Since we have decided to abandon this nonsensical show, we will instead be starting "Lovely Runner" (선재 업고 튀어), starring Byeon WooSeok and Kim HyeYoon.       Digressions:   1:09 - Listener E-mails! 10:29 - Linda has started "Lovely Runner" (선재 업고 튀어) and is now hooked! 12:34 - Judy watched "Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga" in the theatres and enjoyed it very much. 15:40 - We've misled you! "Road to Avonlea" is not all free on GazeboTV after all, sadly. There are still some free episodes, so you can still check those out! 16:47 - Judy finally finished watching "Fallout" on Amazon Prime, starring Ella Purnell, Walton Goggins and Aaron Moten. It was a stylish adaptation of a beloved video game series, and you should check it out. Apparently Judy is on an apocalypse kick. 20:21 - Judy and Linda finished watching the third season of "Bridgerton" and it was predictably boring. Who cares anymore about this conflict, you guys. 23:57 - Judy picked up Sophie Kinsella's "The Burnout" on a whim in a physical bookstore! Even if you're not a fan of the "Confessions of a Shopaholic" series, this is a nice light read.     Some Korean terms: 상궁: [sang-goong] court lady. 공무원: [gong-moo-won] government worker. 주민등록번호: [joo-min-deung-lok-beon-ho] Resident Registration Number.     Audio Credits: Tom Holkenborg - "Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga" - "The Stowaway" Ramin Djawadi - "Fallout" - "Vault 33"     Please send any questions, comments or suggestions on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram (@kdramamyeyesout) or e-mail us (kdramamyeyesout(at)gmail.com).   You can become our patron at patreon.com/kdramamyeyesout for as little as $1 per month!     Download this and other episodes and while you're there, write us a review:   Apple Podcasts   Google Podcasts   Samsung Podcasts Spotify   Libsyn RSS   The KDMEO theme music is 'Relaxing Ballad', by Alexander Nakarada (www.creatorchords.com) Licensed under Creative Commons BY Attribution 4.0 License https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

I interview Laura Wood about her new book “Under Your Spell” Plus I review:Lula Dean's Little Library of Banned Books by Kirsten MillerClose to Death by Anthony Horowitz (Audiobook)And Mini Shopaholic by Sophie Kinsella (audiobook)Laura Wood recommends: Date with Destiny by Lucy VineLove Story By Lindsey KelkThe Map That Led To You by Ella McLeod Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode we talk briefly about Love Your Life by Sophie Kinsella and Carlie finally read Pride and Prejudice so let's talk about it!

This week we're diving into spooky season with a fellow fall fanatic, Ashley Winstead! We talk about her newest book Midnight Is the Darkest Hour, our enthusiasm for fall, 12-foot skeletons, and we all share some Halloween-season book recs!   Psychological Thriller Book Recs Olivia - None Of This Is True by Lisa Jewell Ashley - If We Were Villains by M. L. Rio, Bad Habits by Amy Gentry    Books Too scary to read with the lights out Ashley - Delicate Condition by Danielle Valentine Olivia - Leave The World Behind by Rumaan Alam      Cozy but Still Autumnal Books Ashley - The Very Secret Society of Irregular Witches by Sangu Mandanna, The Ex Hex by Erin Sterling, Go Hex Yourself by Jessica Clare, Payback's a Witch by Lana Harper, Here on Earth by Alice Hoffman, Practical Magic by Alice Hoffman, Garden Spells by Sarah Addison Allen,  Becca - A Million Junes by Emily Henry, The Cloisters by Katy Hays   Wildcard Fall Reads Olivia - Mexican Gothic by Silvia Moreno-Garcia Ashley - Vampires of El Norte by Isabel Cañas, Savage Appetites: True Stories of Women, Crime, and Obsession by Rachel Monroe Becca - Witch of Wild Things by Raquel Vasquez Gilliland, Playing the Witch Card by Kj Dell'antonia, A Discovery of Witches by Deborah Harkness    Obsessions Becca - Blake Rose's Album You'll Get it When You're Older  Olivia - New York Times White Chicken Chili   What we read this week! Becca - The Burnout by Sophie Kinsella   This Month's Book Club Pick -  The Quiet Tenant by Clemence Michallon (have thoughts about this book you want to share? Call in at 843-405-3157 or email us a voice memo at badonpaperpodcast@gmail.com)   Sponsors Cozy Earth - Take 35% off at cozyearth.com with code BOP StitchFix - Get 25% off when you keep everything in your Fix at StitchFix.com/BOP Betterhelp - Visit BetterHelp.com/BADONPAPER today to get 10% off your first month.   Join our Facebook group for amazing book recs & more!  Subscribe to Olivia's Newsletter! Preorder Becca's Book!  Like and subscribe to RomComPods and Bone Marry Bury! Available wherever you listen to podcasts.  Follow us on Instagram @badonpaperpodcast. Follow Olivia on Instagram @oliviamuenter and Becca @beccamfreeman.  

Norah and Lena discuss a quite a few juvenile fiction books this week!  Hear their takes on: I've Got Your Number by Sophie Kinsella, Land of Stories by Chris Colfer, Genius Files by Dan Gutman, Friday Barnes by R. A. Spratt, Artemis Fowl by Eoin Colfer, Ungifted by Gordon Korman, the author, Andrew Clements, and Because of Mr. Terupt by Rob Buyea.

Disclosure: We are part of the Amazon Affiliate/LTK Creator programs. We will receive a small commission at no cost if you purchase a book. This post may contain links to purchase books & you can read our affiliate disclosure here. Get ready to embark on a literary journey with Agbaje-Williams, a writer and freelance editor from London. Ore Agbaje-Williams' debut book 'The Three of Us' is stirring up quite the buzz and she's here to share her experiences making the leap from freelance writing to publishing her first book. Her intriguing narrative explores complex relationships and poses the question - what would you do if your best friend and partner despised each other? This episode is brimming with creative insights and an array of book recommendations. Ore takes us through the pages of her reading habits and favorite books, from the 'Shopaholic' series by Sophie Kinsella, to 'Exit West' by Mohsen Hamid, and 'You Made a Fool of Death with Your Beauty' by Akwaeke Emezi. Get a glimpse into Ore's creative process and soak up some fantastic reading recommendations in this conversation you won't want to miss!SHOWNOTES AND BOOK LINKShttp://WhattoReadNextBlog.comCheck out our YouTube Channel: https://www.whattoreadnextblog.com/youtubeMusic from Uppbeat (free for Creators!):https://uppbeat.io/t/hartzmann/sunnyLicense code: 0RDRBKGH6NGQCAXR

John Salley is a former professional basketball player who is widely known for his successful career in the National Basketball Association (NBA). He was born on May 16, 1964, in Brooklyn, New York. Salley played as a power forward and center during his 15-year NBA career, which spanned from 1986 to 2000. https://thecelebritydoc.net/ Salley achieved notable success during his career, winning four NBA championships with three different teams: the Detroit Pistons (1989, 1990), the Chicago Bulls (1996), and the Los Angeles Lakers (2000). He was known for his defensive skills, shot-blocking ability, and versatility on the court. After retiring from professional basketball, John Salley transitioned into various endeavors. He became a television host, appearing on programs such as "The Best Damn Sports Show Period" and "The John Salley Block Party." He has also worked as an actor, entrepreneur, and wellness advocate, promoting plant-based diets and healthy living. John Salley's post-basketball career has been marked by his active involvement in multiple fields, including sports commentary, entertainment, and health and wellness initiatives. He remains a well-recognized figure in the sports and entertainment industry. John Salley has made appearances in several movies and television shows throughout his career. Some of his notable film credits include: "Bad Boys" (1983) - Salley had a small role as a basketball player in this action-comedy film starring Sean Penn and Reni Santoni. "Eddie" (1996) - He played the character Nate Wilson in this comedy film about a limousine driver who becomes the coach of a struggling basketball team, starring Whoopi Goldberg. "Confessions of a Shopaholic" (2009) - Salley had a cameo appearance as himself in this romantic comedy film based on the novel by Sophie Kinsella. In addition to his involvement in the entertainment industry, John Salley is a prominent advocate for plant-based living and veganism. He adopted a vegan lifestyle in 2008 and has been an outspoken supporter of the benefits of plant-based diets for personal health and the environment. Salley has actively promoted veganism through various platforms, including public speaking engagements, interviews, and his social media presence. He has written books on the subject, such as "Vegan Diet: How to Live a Healthier Lifestyle, Lose Weight, and Experience Limitless Energy Levels" and "The Vegan Challenge: 21 Days to a Happier, Healthier Plant-Based Lifestyle That Will Transform Your Home, Your Diet, and You." Through his advocacy work, John Salley aims to raise awareness about the ethical, environmental, and health-related benefits of veganism, encouraging others to consider adopting a plant-based lifestyle. https://thecelebritydoc.net/

John Salley is a former professional basketball player who is widely known for his successful career in the National Basketball Association (NBA). He was born on May 16, 1964, in Brooklyn, New York. Salley played as a power forward and center during his 15-year NBA career, which spanned from 1986 to 2000. https://thecelebritydoc.net/ Salley achieved notable success during his career, winning four NBA championships with three different teams: the Detroit Pistons (1989, 1990), the Chicago Bulls (1996), and the Los Angeles Lakers (2000). He was known for his defensive skills, shot-blocking ability, and versatility on the court. After retiring from professional basketball, John Salley transitioned into various endeavors. He became a television host, appearing on programs such as "The Best Damn Sports Show Period" and "The John Salley Block Party." He has also worked as an actor, entrepreneur, and wellness advocate, promoting plant-based diets and healthy living. John Salley's post-basketball career has been marked by his active involvement in multiple fields, including sports commentary, entertainment, and health and wellness initiatives. He remains a well-recognized figure in the sports and entertainment industry. John Salley has made appearances in several movies and television shows throughout his career. Some of his notable film credits include: "Bad Boys" (1983) - Salley had a small role as a basketball player in this action-comedy film starring Sean Penn and Reni Santoni. "Eddie" (1996) - He played the character Nate Wilson in this comedy film about a limousine driver who becomes the coach of a struggling basketball team, starring Whoopi Goldberg. "Confessions of a Shopaholic" (2009) - Salley had a cameo appearance as himself in this romantic comedy film based on the novel by Sophie Kinsella. In addition to his involvement in the entertainment industry, John Salley is a prominent advocate for plant-based living and veganism. He adopted a vegan lifestyle in 2008 and has been an outspoken supporter of the benefits of plant-based diets for personal health and the environment. Salley has actively promoted veganism through various platforms, including public speaking engagements, interviews, and his social media presence. He has written books on the subject, such as "Vegan Diet: How to Live a Healthier Lifestyle, Lose Weight, and Experience Limitless Energy Levels" and "The Vegan Challenge: 21 Days to a Happier, Healthier Plant-Based Lifestyle That Will Transform Your Home, Your Diet, and You." Through his advocacy work, John Salley aims to raise awareness about the ethical, environmental, and health-related benefits of veganism, encouraging others to consider adopting a plant-based lifestyle. https://thecelebritydoc.net/

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Val Collins is the author of the award-winning psychological thriller GIRL TARGETED and the international bestsellers ONLY LIES REMAIN, THE SILENT SPEAK and WHERE LOYALTIES LIE (March 2022). The newest book in the series is Dying To Tell featuring heroine Aoife Walsh. They are all standalone thrillers and can be read in any order.A native of Ireland, Val began reading at the age of three and still devours books at the rate of one per week. Her favorite authors range from Philippa Gregory and Sophie Kinsella to Lee Child and Linwood Barclay. Join Val online at valcollinsbooks.com, and on social media @valcollinsbooks.About Debbie QuigleyI was born in Peterborough, Ontario Canada. I am the author of Wind Whispers A Poetry Anthology and very proud of my latest book release Wounded Hearts Take A Chance. I currently reside in a small hamlet where I love to garden growing vegetables of all varieties and flowers of all sizes. My home is a peaceful serene piece of paradise having wildlife wonder into my yard on a daily basis. I love when the white tailed deer wonder through with their small fawns.Campfires and beautiful starry nights helps give me inspiration. My writings are all a piece of my heart always filled with love, lessons and hope. My whispering art form of writing is simple and real each poem telling a story. Love to touch hearts with my writing art form. I am a proud Mother and Grandmother living a simple life. Hope to continue writing and sharing touching hearts along the way for many years to come.The Douglas Coleman Show now offers audio and video promotional packages for music artists as well as video promotional packages for authors. Please see our website for complete details. http://douglascolemanshow.comIf you have a comment about this episode or any other, please click the link below.https://ratethispodcast.com/douglascolemanshow

Romance (part 3): Movie star Michael Douglas, authors Georgina Moore & Becky Hunter tell We'd Like A Word hosts Paul Waters & Stevyn Colgan about writing romance, authors supporting other authors, & reading to counter depression. Hollywood star & double-Oscar-winning Michael Douglas has had a string of hit films including Basic Instinct, Fatal Attraction, Wall Street, Romancing the Stone, Behind the Candelabra, & Falling Down – plus producing One Flew Over The Cuckoo's Nest. His latest is the Marvel superhero movie, Ant-Man and The Wasp: Quantumania. He gives us his book recommendations. Georgina Moore & Becky Hunter have worked together in book publicity & also wrote their romance books together – on Georgina's house boat off the Isle of Wight. So they both know about publicising books and supporting each other. Georgina is the author of The Garnett Girls, published by HQ, Harper Collins. It's set on the Isle of Wight & in Venice. & is on loads of Best Books of 2023 lists. Becky's new book is One Moment, published by Corvus – Atlantic Books. It's described as a moving novel about the life-affirming power of friendship. We also talk about how to get the most out of publicists; mistakes authors make; the dreaded second book syndrome; the blissful ignorance of debut authors; the risks of chasing trends; the struggle to justify devoting time to writing; writing to the market for a deadline; choosing a book title; how to bounce back from rejection; why you should big up other writers & people with whom you work; authors Shari Lapena, Marian Keyes, Sophie Kinsella; writing what you love; how to stay resilient & upbeat; the contemplative Japanese activity known as boketto: plus the newly invented booketto – with may be accompanied by a cornetto; the novel Less by the Pulitzer Prize-winning Andrew Sean Greer; American revolutionary hero, inventor, scientist & US declaration of independence signatory, Benjamin Franklin; and the history books, Benjamin Franklin: An American Life by Walter Isaacson, & A Great Improvisation: Franklin, France and the Birth of America, by Stacy Schiff. We'd Like A Word is a podcast & radio show from authors Paul Waters & Stevyn Colgan. We talk with writers, readers, editors, agents, celebrities, talkers, poets, publishers, booksellers, & audiobook creators about books - fiction & non-fiction. We go out on various radio & podcast platforms. Our website is http://www.wedlikeaword.com for information on Paul, Steve & our guests. We're on Twitter @wedlikeaword & Facebook @wedlikeaword & our email is wedlikeaword@gmail.com Yes, we're embarrassed by the missing apostrophes. We like to hear from you - questions, thoughts, ideas, guest or book suggestions. Perhaps you'd like to come on We'd Like A Word to chat, review or read out passages from books. And if you're still stuck for something to read, may we recommend Blackwatertown, the thriller by Paul Waters or Cockerings, the new comic classic by Stevyn Colgan.

Romance (part 2): Movie star Michael Douglas, authors Georgina Moore & Becky Hunter tell We'd Like A Word hosts Paul Waters & Stevyn Colgan about writing romance, authors supporting other authors, & reading to counter depression. Hollywood star & double-Oscar-winning Michael Douglas has had a string of hit films including Basic Instinct, Fatal Attraction, Wall Street, Romancing the Stone, Behind the Candelabra, & Falling Down – plus producing One Flew Over The Cuckoo's Nest. His latest is the Marvel superhero movie, Ant-Man and The Wasp: Quantumania. He gives us his book recommendations. Georgina Moore & Becky Hunter have worked together in book publicity & also wrote their romance books together – on Georgina's house boat off the Isle of Wight. So they both know about publicising books and supporting each other. Georgina is the author of The Garnett Girls, published by HQ, Harper Collins. It's set on the Isle of Wight & in Venice. & is on loads of Best Books of 2023 lists. Becky's new book is One Moment, published by Corvus – Atlantic Books. It's described as a moving novel about the life-affirming power of friendship. We also talk about how to get the most out of publicists; mistakes authors make; the dreaded second book syndrome; the blissful ignorance of debut authors; the risks of chasing trends; the struggle to justify devoting time to writing; writing to the market for a deadline; choosing a book title; how to bounce back from rejection; why you should big up other writers & people with whom you work; authors Shari Lapena, Marian Keyes, Sophie Kinsella & Eva Rice; writing what you love; how to stay resilient & upbeat; the contemplative Japanese activity known as boketto: plus the newly invented booketto – with may be accompanied by a cornetto; the novel Less by the Pulitzer Prize-winning Andrew Sean Greer; American revolutionary hero, inventor, scientist & US declaration of independence signatory, Benjamin Franklin; and the history books, Benjamin Franklin: An American Life by Walter Isaacson, & A Great Improvisation: Franklin, France and the Birth of America, by Stacy Schiff. We'd Like A Word is a podcast & radio show from authors Paul Waters & Stevyn Colgan. We talk with writers, readers, editors, agents, celebrities, talkers, poets, publishers, booksellers, & audiobook creators about books - fiction & non-fiction. We go out on various radio & podcast platforms. Our website is http://www.wedlikeaword.com for information on Paul, Steve & our guests. We're on Twitter @wedlikeaword & Facebook @wedlikeaword & our email is wedlikeaword@gmail.com Yes, we're embarrassed by the missing apostrophes. We like to hear from you - questions, thoughts, ideas, guest or book suggestions. Perhaps you'd like to come on We'd Like A Word to chat, review or read out passages from books. And if you're still stuck for something to read, may we recommend Blackwatertown, the thriller by Paul Waters or Cockerings, the new comic classic by Stevyn Colgan.

Romance (part 1): Movie star Michael Douglas, authors Georgina Moore & Becky Hunter tell We'd Like A Word hosts Paul Waters & Stevyn Colgan about writing romance, authors supporting other authors, & reading to counter depression. Hollywood star & double-Oscar-winning Michael Douglas has had a string of hit films including Basic Instinct, Fatal Attraction, Wall Street, Romancing the Stone, Behind the Candelabra, & Falling Down – plus producing One Flew Over The Cuckoo's Nest. His latest is the Marvel superhero movie, Ant-Man and The Wasp: Quantumania. He gives us his book recommendations. Georgina Moore & Becky Hunter have worked together in book publicity & also wrote their romance books together – on Georgina's house boat off the Isle of Wight. So they both know about publicising books and supporting each other. Georgina is the author of The Garnett Girls, published by HQ, Harper Collins. It's set on the Isle of Wight & in Venice. & is on loads of Best Books of 2023 lists. Becky's new book is One Moment, published by Corvus – Atlantic Books. It's described as a moving novel about the life-affirming power of friendship. We also talk about how to get the most out of publicists; mistakes authors make; the dreaded second book syndrome; the blissful ignorance of debut authors; the risks of chasing trends; the struggle to justify devoting time to writing; writing to the market for a deadline; choosing a book title; how to bounce back from rejection; why you should big up other writers & people with whom you work; authors Shari Lapena, Marian Keyes, Sophie Kinsella & Eva Rice; writing what you love; how to stay resilient & upbeat; the contemplative Japanese activity known as boketto: plus the newly invented booketto – with may be accompanied by a cornetto; the novel Less by the Pulitzer Prize-winning Andrew Sean Greer; American revolutionary hero, inventor, scientist & US declaration of independence signatory, Benjamin Franklin; and the history books, Benjamin Franklin: An American Life by Walter Isaacson, & A Great Improvisation: Franklin, France and the Birth of America, by Stacy Schiff. We'd Like A Word is a podcast & radio show from authors Paul Waters & Stevyn Colgan. We talk with writers, readers, editors, agents, celebrities, talkers, poets, publishers, booksellers, & audiobook creators about books - fiction & non-fiction. We go out on various radio & podcast platforms. Our website is http://www.wedlikeaword.com for information on Paul, Steve & our guests. We're on Twitter @wedlikeaword & Facebook @wedlikeaword & our email is wedlikeaword@gmail.com Yes, we're embarrassed by the missing apostrophes. We like to hear from you - questions, thoughts, ideas, guest or book suggestions. Perhaps you'd like to come on We'd Like A Word to chat, review or read out passages from books. And if you're still stuck for something to read, may we recommend Blackwatertown, the thriller by Paul Waters or Cockerings, the new comic classic by Stevyn Colgan.

Kate O'Keeffe is the perfect Valentine's Day guest for this week's Binge Reading. A USA Today. best selling author of laugh out loud, rom coms, sweet romance, feel good stories with gorgeous Happily Ever Afters. Hi there. I'm your host, Jenny Wheeler. And on Binge Reading today, Kate talks about a recent book of hers, Never Fall For The One That Got Away, the last book in the It's Complicated series that asks and beautifully answers. a key question. If life gives you a second chance with the one that got away, do you take it? This week's Book Offers and Giveaways We've got five copies of this E book to give away. We'll draw it before February 14. So the contest closes February 12 and we'll have it winging it way to you by the 14th, so you can sit there, eating chocolates and drinking wine while you read it. (You'll have to provide those for yourself, sorry!) ENTER DRAW FOR VALENTINE'S BOOK We've also got a couple of other great giveaways. A Historical Fiction Sale with 65 books in it. Great titles, many different time periods and locations, including Susannah's Secret, Book Two in my new Home At Last series, SEE FEMALE FICTION SELECTION And then we've also got an American Historical Fiction Giveaway, eight paperbacks, one winner. You have to enter by February 8. Once again, I've got Unbridled Vengeance in this one, Book Five in the Of Gold & Blood series. enter american historical fiction giveaway  Links in this episode Bridget Jones' Diary: https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/227443.Bridget_Jones_s_Diary Bridget Jones and Pride and Prejudice: https://www.tampabay.com/archive/2001/05/01/secrets-from-bridget-jones-s-diary/ Pride and Prejudice: https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/1885.Pride_and_Prejudice Marian Keyes: https://www.mariankeyes.com/ Sophie Kinsella: https://www.sophiekinsella.co.uk/ Leeanna Morgan: https://www.leeannamorgan.com/ Where To find Kate O'Keeffe Online Website: ttps://kateokeeffe.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/kateokeeffeauthor Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kateokeeffewriter/ Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@kateokeeffewriter Private Facebook Group you can ask to join: Kate's Cupids: https://www.facebook.com/groups/katescupids Bookbub: https://www.bookbub.com/authors/kate-o-keeffe Introducing Romcom author Kate O'Keeffe Kate O'Keeffe, laugh-out-loud romcom author But that's enough of the housekeeping. Here's Kate. Jenny Wheeler: Hello there, Kate, and welcome to the show. It's great to have you with us. Kate O'Keeffe: Hi, Jenny. It's fantastic to be here. Thanks for inviting me. Jenny Wheeler: We're thrilled to have you on this Valentine's Week, and as I've mentioned in the intro, you do live in New Zealand in Hawkes Bay in a beautiful area, but you write international bestsellers set in many other parts of the world. Tell us how you got into this right at the beginning. Kate O'Keeffe: Got into writing you mean?. Jenny Wheeler: Yes, the writing. Kate O'Keeffe: Well, I have always been a voracious reader, and I imagine most writers will say that ever since I was a little girl. I grew up in a family with a father who was a business professor and published many books 20 plus books. So I was always around the possibility that I could do it. Of course, what I write is extraordinarily different from business books,., the other end of the spectrum as it were. I'd studied literature at university and I was a bit of a literary snob. In fact, I wouldn't read anything that wasn't a prize winner or a literary classic. and then one day a friend of mine handed me Bridget Jones' Diary and I read that and absolutely loved it. 'Gosh' I can read for enjoyment! And I had this epiphany where I thought, gosh, I can read for enjoyment instead of just bettering myself and reading the classics to make sure I've read all the classics.

We learned a new genre, work fiction, and so now here we are. This episode the characters in our books have a job that is carrying the story, or at least as a very centralized part in the plot. Kristia's main character works in Hell, literally. The coffee machine is always broken, and none of first five pens you try will work. While Rachael's character is a high powered lawyer who snaps a bit and takes a job as a maid. The only issue here is she doesn't know how to clean, or cook, or any of the basic skills one would need to work as a maid. Books Discussed:Sign Here by Claudia LuxThe Undomestic Goodness by Sophie Kinsella

Overview Val Collins is the author of the award-winning psychological thriller GIRL TARGETED and the international bestsellers ONLY LIES REMAIN, THE SILENT SPEAK and WHERE LOYALTIES LIE (March 2022). All four books feature heroine Aoife Walsh. They are all standalone thrillers and can be read in any order. A native of Ireland, Val began reading at the age of three and still devours books at the rate of one per week. Her favorite authors range from Philippa Gregory and Sophie Kinsella to Lee Child and Linwood Barclay. Her Book https://www.amazon.com/Where-Loyalties-Lie-addictive-psychological-ebook/dp/B09RQHBMJ2?crid=1IBY4NI5PJQTU&keywords=val+collins+where+loyalties+lie&qid=1673455395&sprefix=val+collins+where+loyalties+lie%2Caps%2C111&sr=8-1&linkCode=li2&tag=discoveredwordsmiths-20&linkId=d2c85a61a8cdad76b089d1ca80a9db04&language=en_US&ref_=as_li_ss_il Website https://valcollinsbooks.com Favorites https://www.amazon.com/Dawnlands-Novel-Fairmile-Book-3-ebook/dp/B09SZTKFYF?crid=2BCR62Z14Q7X3&keywords=philipa+gregory&qid=1673456553&s=digital-text&sprefix=philipa+gregory%2Cdigital-text%2C149&sr=1-3&linkCode=li2&tag=discoveredwordsmiths-20&linkId=ff39dbb2bb7c9c67ddc6b2e2ae73ad14&language=en_US&ref_=as_li_ss_il Buy books, stationery and gifts, online and in store | Waterstones Tom Holbrook's Picks RiverRun Bookstore – Home of the brave All of these books that Tom recommends can be ordered from his bookshop page: RiverRun Bookstore Bookshop Drink Before the War Dennis Lehane West with Giraffes Lynda Rutledge Sing Unburied Sing Jesmyn Ward Little Brother Cory Doctorow World According to Fanny Davis Bridgett M Davis Deadly Education Naomi Novik Daring Greatly Brene Brown House in the Cerulean Sea TJ Klune John Adams David McCullough Self Driven Child William Strixhud YouTube https://youtu.be/2YaTVIDD344 Transcript Val, welcome to Discovered Word Smiths. How are you doing this? Great. Morning or afternoon actually. Val: Thank you Steven. I'm very well, thank you. And this is evening Stephen: here, . It's evening there. Okay. It's the afternoon for me. So all over the world. I talked to one person from Australia and they were time traveled cuz they were in the next day. So they were Oh Val: I almost up which way around that is. Stephen: Yeah. Yeah. Alright, so Val why don't, before we get started talking about your book why don't you tell everybody a little bit about who you are, where you're from, what you like to do, those types of. Okay, my Val: name is Val. I'm Irish. I've lived in Ireland all my life. In fact, the longest I've ever been outta the country is four consecutive weeks, . What do I like to do? Since I started writing, I find have far less time to do things than I used to. But I still like to go outdoors. I still like to go for walks on countryside. I love to travel, but covid put an end to that for a while. we had really long lockdowns here, . But I'm hoping to get back to that again very soon. Stephen: Nice. Yeah. My, my son loves Ireland. He got to visit on a school trip and he was thinking of trying to move over there, but he is not sure. He just loves the country. And when was this, when did he visit? Oh, man, it's been three or four years now. Yeah, four y four years ago. Val: Oh okay. Ida is lovely. If you don't mind the Stephen: rain . He was happy. He got to see where they filmed some of the Star Wars movies, so he was like, oh, made his day. . Alright tell us a little bit about your book and why you wanted to write this particular. Val: Okay, my book where Loyalty Side, that's the fourth one in MyFi Wallace Trailer Series. So it led on, from the first one I just kinda led on from there. But why I started writing in the first place was because I was major dun for my office job and I was, it was a really bad time. There was very little work here and I was just thinking what w...

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Disclaimer: You may want to plug in your earphones for this one–it's a bit spicy. In our second episode, Emma and Monica attempt to defrost the long, cold nights of winter with a conversation about sex in fiction. After a spirited game of two truths and a lie, we discuss our bedside reads of the year, from Sally Rooney's new take on steamy millennial malaise in Beautiful World, Where Are You to Tia Williams's Seven Nights in June, by way of Bridget Jones, Anne Boleyn, Jane Eyre, Jilly Cooper, Emma's mom Colleen Flood, and more (see notes below). We talk about how books that *go there* have enlightened and entertained us over the years, read out some passages we love, and argue in favour of reading across the brows.Thank you for listening! Send us your thoughts, feelings, reactions in an email or voice note: fanfarefanmail@gmail.com. Monica Ainley DLV @monicaainleyDLVEmma Knight @emmalknightHot tracks for cold nights playlist by D.J. MonicuddlesBooks, authors, etc. in order of mention:On Chesil Beach by Ian McEwanFemale Spanish thriller writer Carmen Mola revealed to be three men (Three not four!)James Joyce's Love Letters to His “Dirty Little F***bird” by Nadja Spiegelman in The Paris ReviewMiddlemarch by George Elliot (Emma's fanfic as yet unwritten)Breath by James NestorBeautiful World, Where Are You by Sally RooneyNormal People by Sally Rooney (+ screen adaptation!)Conversations with Friends by Sally RooneyDays of Abandonment by Elena FerranteBridget Jones's Diary by Helen FieldingEmma's early education in “Chick Lit” (said with love): Sophie Kinsella, Jane Green, Marian Keyes, Meg CabotJudy Blume!! Where would the world be without her!?The Other Boleyn Girl by Philippa GregoryHilary Mantel Trilogy: Wolf Hall, Bring Up the Bodies, The Mirror and the LightLady Chatterley's Lover by D.H. LawrencePortnoy's Complaint by Philip RothAllan GurganusAuthors of Fiction Confront a Problem: How to Write About Sex by Sarah Lyall for NYTimesJane Eyre by Charlotte Brontë + 2011* film adaptation (*not 2016! Another fact check) directed by Cary FukunagaBridgerton written by Chris Van Dusen and produced by Shonda RhimesThe Girl Who Was Saturday Night by Heather O'NeillEmma's mom, Colleen Flood, author of Bonding with GravityThank you to our producers Joel Grove and Matt Bentley-Viney.C'est tout! Thank you for rating + reviewing + recycling + subscribing. Our GDPR privacy policy was updated on August 8, 2022. Visit acast.com/privacy for more information.