Podcast appearances and mentions of tracey lien

Unraveling "All That's Left Unsaid" with Tracey Lien Hosts: Leanne and Chelle Episode Overview: In this episode, Leanne and Chelle delve into "All That's Left Unsaid" by Tracey Lien, a poignant debut novel exploring themes of family, cultural identity, and the aftermath of tragedy. Set in 1996 Cabramatta, the story follows Ki Tran as she returns home to uncover the truth behind her brother's murder. The hosts discuss the book's exploration of Vietnamese Australian culture, the complexities of family obligations, and the struggle to reconcile past and present. Key Discussion Points: Introduction to Tracey Lien and the Book: Introduction of Tracey Lien's debut novel, "All That's Left Unsaid." Background on Tracey Lien, her upbringing in southwestern Sydney, and her career. Book Synopsis: Overview of the plot centered on Ki Tran's quest to understand her brother Denny's murder. The novel's setting in Cabramatta, highlighting the cultural and historical context. Themes and Cultural Exploration: The portrayal of Vietnamese Australian culture and the immigrant experience. Discussion on the cultural pressures and ideals faced by first-generation immigrants. Character Dynamics and Storytelling: Ki Tran's journey as she navigates family dynamics and cultural expectations. The novel's structure, alternating between Ki's perspective and those of the witnesses. Personal Reflections and Relatability: Chelle's personal connections to the Vietnamese Australian community and cultural nuances. Leanne's reflections on the nostalgia and cultural references from the 1990s. Mystery and Unraveling the Past: The book's mystery element as Ki seeks to uncover the truth behind her brother's death. Exploration of themes like guilt, responsibility, and the quest for meaning. Cultural Identity and Generational Tensions: The struggle between embracing new cultural identities and honoring traditional values. The impact of historical events on the characters' lives and choices. Final Thoughts and Recommendations: The hosts express their admiration for Tracey Lien's storytelling and cultural insights. Recommendation for readers interested in exploring diverse cultural narratives and family dynamics. Encouragement for listeners to read the book and engage with its themes.

On this week's 2023 highlight conversation program, watch the Festival High Tea Book Club recorded live at Ubud's most iconic hotel Amandari with host Laksmi DeNeefe Suardana and dazzling female guests Tracey Lien, Claudia Bellante, Megan Nolan, and Dias Novita Wuri, who are talking about books that have inspired them, and the joys of reading.To watch or listen to the full session, visit our website at ubudwritersfestival.com/media, or click the link in our bio to listen to this session on podcast platforms Spotify and Simplecast.Join us to shape Indonesia's literary future! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ubudwritersfest/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/UbudWritersFest Twitter: https://twitter.com/ubudwritersfest TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@ubudwritersfest Visit our website: https://www.ubudwritersfestival.com Join our newsletter: https://www.ubudwritersfestival.com/subscribe/ 

Tracey Lien was born and raised in southwestern Sydney and now lives in Brooklyn. All That's Left Unsaid is her debut novel, and it won the Indie Book Awards for Debut Fiction, the MUD Literary Prize, the Davitt Award for Best Adult Novel and the Readings New Australian Fiction Prize. About The Garret Follow The Garret: Writing and Publishing and our host Astrid Edwards on Instagram. Explore our back catalogue (and transcripts) at thegarretpodcast.com.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We're baaaaack! On today's show: everything that happened over the summer break! From Ariana Grande telling us it's not our business whose dick she rides, to host Jo Koy bombing at the Golden Globes, the Selena Gomez/Taylor Swift gossip session that was watched by the world, the viral trend that suggested Paul Mescal… runs away from his one-night stands, a brand new relationship between star of the moment, Barry Keoghan, and Sabrina Carpenter, convicted killer Gypsy Rose Blanchard becomes social media's hottest new influencer, and an explainer on the Real Housewives finale that everyone's been talking about. This week Zara recommended All That's Left Unsaid by Tracey Lien, ‘How to Discover Your Own Taste' on the Ezra Klein Show, and Past Lives. Mich recommended The Villa by Rachel Hawkins, Boy Swallows Universe on Netflix, and Emerald Fennell's interview on Vanity Fair's podcast, Little Gold Men. Subscribe to our newsletter, Smart Dumb Stuff, right here. This episode was audio produced by Annabelle Lee. Big thanks to Dan's Daily for making this episode possible. Whether you want to up your cocktail game, expand your wine knowledge, or discover what's trending in the world of drinks, dansdaily.com.au is the place to go. Want to support our show? We are sending air kisses, air tea, and air hugs (too far?) to anyone who clicks ‘follow' on Apple and Spotify. (Bonus hugs for anyone who leaves a five-star review, too!)  Still not enough? Well! Our hearts! See below for everything else. Click here to subscribe to ShameMore: http://apple.co/shamelesspod Subscribe to the weekly ‘ASK SHAMELESS' newsletter: http://eepurl.com/gFbYLT  Join our book club: https://www.instagram.com/theshamelessbookclub/  Check out our website: https://shamelessmediaco.com/ Write to the Shameless Mailbag: Email hello@shamelessmediaco.com Thanks for listening! We are very big fans of yours.

Join us for our first book of 2024, an Australian read focusing on the Vietnamese community; All That's Left Unsaid, by Tracey Lien. No spoilers- we don't reveal whodunnit. In Mystery Business, we talk about the new series of Traitors and the excellent game, Werewolves / Mafia. In TV Tattle, we reminisce about Neighbours storylines of old. We also discuss 90s throwbacks such as magnetic earrings, 2024 slogans and Pho. There is also an on-air discussion about the return of the Little Blue Book to Han's care. AOB:  ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠All Good Bookshop⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ - order with Hannah or through our online bookshelf at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠LitaList⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Next read for 22nd January: Blue Night by Simone Buchholz In the mood for more mystery? Check out our episode on Murder is Easy by Elizabeth Ferrars, our first read of the 2022 new year. Follow us on Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@missingsalmoncase⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Share with a friend: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The Unsolved Case of the Missing Salmon⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Nominate a Queen of Crime: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠missingsalmoncase@gmail.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ This podcast is created, produced and edited by Maddy Berry and Hannah Knight. Our music is sourced from Melody Loops and composed by Geoff Harvey.

Perry and David discuss recent book awards and go on to discuss their recent reading, some of which evoke strong emotions and others which have kept us on the edge of our seats. Intro (04:07) General News (14:02) Prime Minister's Literary Awards 2023 (03:21) The Hugo Awards 2023 (03:41) World Fantasy Awards 2023 (00:35) Le Guin Prize for Imaginative Fiction 2023 (01:17) Death of Michael Bishop (01:36) Death of A. S. Byatt (03:22) What we've been reading lately (45:49) All That's Left Unsaid by Tracey Lien (04:49) Beast in View by Margaret Millar (03:04) Blindness by José Saramago (07:11) The Franchise Affair by Josephine Tey (05:32) The Conversion by Amanda Lohrey (04:16) The Day of the Jackal by Frederick Forsyth (06:18) Never Let Me Go by Kazuo Ishiguro (05:55) The True Story of Spit McPhee by James Aldridge (08:13) Windup (00:24) Sorrow and silence are strong, and patient endurance is godlike. —Evangeline, Part 2. Henry Wadsworth Longfellow Image generated by Wombo art

Perry and David discuss recent book awards and go on to discuss their recent reading, some of which evoke strong emotions and others which have kept us on the edge of our seats. Intro (04:07) General News (14:02) Prime Minister's Literary Awards 2023 (03:21) The Hugo Awards 2023 (03:41) World Fantasy Awards 2023 (00:35) Le Guin Prize for Imaginative Fiction 2023 (01:17) Death of Michael Bishop (01:36) Death of A. S. Byatt (03:22) What we've been reading lately (45:49) All That's Left Unsaid by Tracey Lien (04:49) Beast in View by Margaret Millar (03:04) Blindness by José Saramago (07:11) The Franchise Affair by Josephine Tey (05:32) The Conversion by Amanda Lohrey (04:16) The Day of the Jackal by Frederick Forsyth (06:18) Never Let Me Go by Kazuo Ishiguro (05:55) The True Story of Spit McPhee by James Aldridge (08:13) Windup (00:24) Sorrow and silence are strong, and patient endurance is godlike. —Evangeline, Part 2. Henry Wadsworth Longfellow Click here for more info and indexes. Image generated by Wombo art

How is fiction evolving with our times? Is the novel a vulnerable art or more vital than ever? Could AI one day pen a masterpiece or do our storytellers guard an inimitable craft? Join some of the leading names in literature today – Eleanor Catton, Richard Flanagan, Tracey Lien and Colson Whitehead – for a lively discussion about the state of the novel and the future of fiction. They are joined in conversation by ABC RN's The Bookshelf's Kate Evans. This episode was recorded live at the 2023 Sydney Writers' Festival.   If you enjoyed this episode, please rate and follow our channel.  Sydney Writers' Festival podcasts are available on all major podcast platforms.  After more? Follow Sydney Writers' Festival on social media:Instagram: @sydwritersfestFacebook: @SydWritersFestTwitter: @SydWritersFestTikTok: @sydwritersfestSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In a special series of events, Your Favourites' Favourites sees one of our most beloved writers speak with a breakout Australian author from the past year. Join popular writer and broadcaster Benjamin Law as he chats with Tracey Lien, a southwestern Sydney–raised, Brooklyn-based reporter and debut novelist of All That's Left Unsaid. Set in 1990s Cabramatta, the story is an internationally bestselling murder mystery that explores the effects of migration and inherited trauma while pulling apart the intricate bonds of friendship, family and culture. This episode was recorded live at the 2023 Sydney Writers' Festival.   If you enjoyed this episode, please rate and follow our channel.  Sydney Writers' Festival podcasts are available on all major podcast platforms.  After more? Follow Sydney Writers' Festival on social media:Instagram: @sydwritersfestFacebook: @SydWritersFestTwitter: @SydWritersFestTikTok: @sydwritersfestSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

How can winning an artistic residency impact your creative career? Hear from four Australian authors about their experiences entering and winning the ASA/Varuna Ray Koppe Young Writers Fellowship, and how their careers have developed since.  Hannah Bent is the author of When Things Are Alive They Hum. She completed her Bachelor of Arts in Fine Art and Film from Central Saint Martins School of Art and Design in London. She undertook further study in both directing and screenwriting at the Australian Film, Television and Radio School and has a Masters in Creative Writing from the University of Technology, Sydney. She won the Ray Koppe Young Writers Award in 2013. Holden Sheppard is a multi award-winning author from Geraldton, Western Australia. His debut young adult novel, Invisible Boys, won multiple accolades including the 2018 TAG Hungerford Award and the 2019 Western Australian Premier's Book Award. His writing often focuses on themes of masculinity, sexuality and mental health.  Hayley Scrivenor is the author of the number one Australian bestseller, Dirt Town, published as Dirt Creek in North America. An earlier version of the book was shortlisted for the Penguin Literary Prize and won the Kill Your Darlings Unpublished Manuscript Award. Hayley has a PhD in Creative Writing and is a former Director of Wollongong Writers Festival. To hear more from Hayley, listen to ep 68. Danielle Binks is a writer, reviewer, agent and book blogger. She edited and contributed to Begin, End, Begin, an anthology of new Australian young adult writing inspired by the #LoveOzYA movement. The Year the Maps Changed, Danielle's debut middle-grade novel, was a CBCA Notable Book for Younger Readers 2021. The Monster of Her Age is Danielle's debut YA novel. We also speak with Hilton Koppe, author of the memoir One Curious Doctor. To hear more from Hilton, listen to episode 70. The ASA/Varuna Ray Koppe Young Writers Fellowship for 2024 is open for applications from 15 June 2023. Each year, thanks to the generosity of the Koppe family, the Australian Society of Authors awards a two-week residential fellowship to an aspiring or emerging writer under the age of 35. The fellowship includes a two-week Varuna residency, a one-hour consultation, a year's membership to the ASA, and travel subsidy for writers outside of NSW. For more information and to apply, visit the ASA website.  Upcoming events: See James at Yarrum Storyfest – 1-2 July, Yarrum Regional Theatre, Yarrum, VIC ($25-$40, book here)  Boorowa Literary Festival will take place on July 14 and 15 this year – see Ashley and James in person! Mark Brandi in conversation with Ashley Kalagian Blunt, Thursday, 20 July, 6.30-7.30 pm Save the date – Ashley and James in conversation on Dark Mode at Mona Vale Library, Tuesday 8 August, 7pm Books and authors discussed in this episode: Ghost Music by An Yu; Eta Draconis by Brendan Ritchie; Jacinta Dietrich (from ep 45); We Have Always Lived in the Castle by Shirley Jackson; The Long Knives by Irvine Welsh; Jackie Bailey (from ep 66); Candice Fox; Tracey Lien; Garry Disher; Lee Kofman (from ep 76); We Could Be Something by Will Kostakis; Windhall by Ava Barry;  Fiona McFarlane; Limberlost by Robbie Arnott Ashley's psychological thriller 'Dark Mode' is out now! Learn more about it and get your copy. James' novel 'Denizen' is out now! Learn more about it and get your copy.  Get in touch! ashleykalagianblunt.com jamesmckenziewatson.com Twitter: @AKalagianBlunt + @JamesMcWatson Instagram: @akalagianblunt + @jamesmcwatson

In dieser Folge mit Robin, Anika und Meike: „Idol in Flammen“ von Rin Usami, „All die ungesagten Dinge“ von Tracey Lien und „Paradiesische Zustände“ von Henri Maximilian Jakobs. Gott weiß, er will kein Engel sein, Dichter wollte Till Lindemann aber sehr wohl sein. Doch sein Verlag hat den Rammstein-Frontmann jetzt im Zuge eines Skandals gefeuert (Stichwort: Anschuldigungen bzgl. sexueller Übergriffe). In der Pressemitteilung verweist Kiepenheuer & Witsch auf einen mehr als drei Jahre alten Porno, in dem Lindemann einen seiner Gedichtbände (und nicht nur den) zeigt.

Themen u.a.: Streit um Düsseldorfer Opern-Neubau; Kommentar: Machtmissbrauch in Rock und Pop; Diskussionen um die Serie "The Idol"; Foto-Ausstellung "Dinge" im Kunstverein Ruhr; Literaturtipp: "All die ungesagten Dinge" von Tracey Lien; Moderation: Jörg Biesler Von Jörg Biesler.

Oline Cogdill in conversation with Laurie R. King, Alex Segura, Peng Shepherd, Rachel Howzell Hall, and Tracey Lien

David en Britt bespreken samen met Sophie het Boek van de maand april, het Boekenweekgeschenk en deze keer een 'mainstream' tip van David. Ons Boek van de maand april geeft je inzicht in de Australisch-Vietnamese gemeenschap in Sydney tijdens de jaren 90. Ons nieuwe Boek van de maand april: Waar we niet over praten van Tracey Lien. Lees de besproken boeken terug op www.paagman.nl/podcast Tracey Lien – Waar we niet over praten (Boek van de maand april) Mireille Geus – Achter de Façade Sang Young Park – Maak me eendimensionaal Renée Kapitein – Café Morgen Michel Houellebecq – Vernietigen (tip van David)

Anna and Annie discuss the 2023 Dylan Thomas Prize Shortlist. Our book of the week is All That's Left Unsaid by Tracey Lien.  This debut novel tells the story of Ky, a Vietnamese-Australian woman who looks for answers when her brother is killed in Cabramatta, Sydney.  It won the 2023 Indie Book Award for Debut Fiction.  Coming up: The New Life by Tom Crewe. Follow us! Instagram: @abailliekaras and @mr_annie Email: booksonthegopodcast@gmail.com Facebook: Books On The Go Twitter: @abailliekaras and @mister_annie Credits Artwork: Sascha Wilkosz

Anna and Annie discuss the books they are keeping or culling, including Pure Colour by Sheila Heti The Invention of Medicine by Robin Lane Fox Troy by Stephen Fry Our book of the week is Stone Blind, the latest novel by Natalie Haynes.  It tells the story of Medusa from a feminist perspective, is witty, rich with details from Greek mythology and has been long-listed for the 2023 Women's Prize for Fiction. We loved this one.   Coming up: All That is Left Unsaid by Tracey Lien.   Follow us! Facebook: Books On The Go Email: booksonthegopodcast@gmail.com Instagram: @abailliekaras and @mr_annie Twitter: @abailliekaras and @mister_annie   Credits Artwork: Sascha Wilkosz

Tracey Lien's debut All That's Left Unsaid was sold in a nine-way auction and she tells us why it was important that a book that deals with heavy issues needed to be a fun read. Tracey tells us the most important lesson she learned about readers while writing for the LA Times, how she found an agent, why she was baffled by Jane Austen and how a daily writing habit gave her the confidence she needed to finish her novel.   And in the extended version for Academy members and podcast Patrons, the Two Marks discuss balancing story and big issues, readers not owing you anything, and having an idea that's easy for someone else to pitch, and much more!

Tracey Lien talks to Cheryl Akle about her experience growing up in Cabramatta and challenging the myth of the model minority. Her debut book, All That's Left Unsaid, is out now. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It is our great pleasure to welcome onto the podcast this week debut novelist, and journalist, Tracey Lien. Tracey grew up in Sydney, Australia. She was previously a reporter for Vox Media before going on to work for the Los Angeles Times. Tracey then made the brave leap into the world of fiction and joined the MFA program at the University of Kansas. It was during this time that her first novel All That's Left Unsaid was born. Set in the Vietnamese enclave of Cabramatta in Sydney the story opens with the brutal murder of a seventeen-year-old boy. Realising that the full details of the crime are not being uncovered by the police the sister of the murdered boy, Ky, takes it upon herself to find the witnesses and discover the truth for herself. All That's Left Unsaid manages to be both a compelling page-turner as well as a profound exploration of racism and the Vietnamese-Australian experience. The podcast is produced and presented by Jack Wrighton @jackwrighton and the team at Mostly Books. It is edited by Michael Roberts @michael.glyn.roberts Find us on Twitter @mostlyreading & Instagram @mostlybooks_shop. All That's Left Unsaid is published in the UK by HQ @hqstories. Books mentioned in this episode include: Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone ISBN: 9781408855652 Civilwarland In Bad Decline by George Saunders ISBN: 9781784871291 More Than You'll Ever Know by Katie Gutierrez ISBN: 9780241529980 Easy Beauty by Chloe Cooper Jones ISBN: 9780349013824

Tell Me What To Read pairs with The First Time Podcast, as Ben Hunter, Kate Mildenhall and Katherine Collette sit down to discuss their favourite debut books of 2022!  The First Time Podcast: https://thefirsttimepodcast.com/   EXPLORE BOOKS MENTIONED Son of Sin by Omar Sakr | https://bit.ly/3HsBEsq Only a Monster by Vanessa Len | https://bit.ly/3o5tw9p Sunbathing by Isobel Beech | https://bit.ly/3fHlaDt Everything Feels Like the End of the World by Else Fitzgerald | https://bit.ly/3SEJDbh Found, Wanting by Natasha Sholl | https://bit.ly/3CuFrVM Every Version of You by Grace Chan | https://bit.ly/3ryS3F3 The Whitewash by Siang Lu | https://bit.ly/3ruMcAE The Natural History of Love by Caroline Petit | https://bit.ly/38m6pCp The Furies by Mandy Beaumont | https://bit.ly/3Hg4Xxc All That's Left Unsaid by Tracey Lien | https://bit.ly/3RtMDFX Wake by Shelley Burr | https://bit.ly/3sJr1eE Denizen by James McKenzie Watson | https://bit.ly/3rt7wXf Dirt Town by Hayley Scrivenor | https://bit.ly/3JDSy7S The Torrent by Dinuka McKenzie | https://bit.ly/3rTJ2Gr Banjawarn by Josh Kemp | https://bit.ly/3uXKQRC Show Me Where it Hurts by Kylie Maslen | https://bit.ly/3EvKuXN Ruth & Pen by Emilie Pine | https://bit.ly/3EvKHKz Hovering by Rhett Davis | https://bit.ly/3oYXI6G Gemini Falls by Sean Wilson | https://bit.ly/3RykZI2 The Upwelling by Lystra Rose | https://bit.ly/3SS3un1   WANT TO KNOW MORE? Follow The First Time | Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thefirsttimepod/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/thefirsttimepod Follow Kate Mildenhall | Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kmildenhall/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/katemildenhall/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/katemildenhallwriter/ Website: https://katemildenhall.com/ Follow Katherine Collette | Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/katherinecollettewriter/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/kecollette Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/katherinecollettewriter/ Website: https://www.katherinecollette.com/   ENJOY THIS EPISODE? Subscribe to YouTube | https://bit.ly/3GLDvJl Check out our Editorial | https://bit.ly/3myzL1U Twitter | https://twitter.com/booktopia Facebook Group | https://www.facebook.com/groups/booktopiatellmewhattoread    CREDITS  Guests: Kate Mildenhall, Katharine Collette & Ben Hunter Producer: Nick Wasiliev Published on: 6 October 2022 Season: 2 Episode: 68 © 2022 BooktopiaSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode, author Tracey Lien joins the podcast to talk about her debut novel All That's Left Unsaid, a thrilling mystery about a journalist who returns to her hometown of Cabramatta after her baby brother's violent death in search for answers and to confront her past. Tracey shares about her inspirations for the novel, as well as about her journey to becoming a novelist.Follow Tracey on instagram at @hellotraceylien and check out her latest novel All That's Left Unsaid on sale now!*Support the podcast by purchasing books at our bookshop *---This episode was sponsored by the Ma-Yi Theater Company:From Ma-Yi Theater Company (The Chinese Lady, Teenage Dick) comes a generation-spanning new journey through the historical and fantastical. Mixing traditional Korean fables with the horrors of the Korean War, Daniel K. Isaac's epic new play is a funny and deeply moving analog for the experiences of the Korean American diaspora. Isaac deftly moves his characters through time, tracing the legacies of trauma that are passed from one generation to the next, and the various coping mechanisms each one uses to soldier on.Playing August 23 - September 18 at the  La Mama's Ellen Stewart Theater in New York City---Follow our hosts:Reera Yoo (@reeraboo)Marvin Yueh (@marvinyueh)Follow us:FacebookTwitterGoodreads GroupThe Books & Boba September 2022 pick is You're Invited by Amanda JayatissaThis podcast is part of Potluck: An Asian American Podcast Collective

This week on From the Front Porch, Annie is joined by friend, cousin and former colleague, Ashley Sherlock. Annie and Ashley share what they're reading, watching, listening to and buying. To purchase the books mentioned in this episode, visit our new website: Annie is reading: The Net Beneath Us by Carol Dunbar Flight by Lynn Steger Strong Ashley is reading: The Work Wife by Alison Hart Florida Woman by Deb Rogers Annie is watching: Inside Man Double Jeopardy The Town Gone Baby Gone Tootsie Fatal Attraction TATBILB 1,2, and 3 Ashley is watching: The Bear The Gray Man Only Murders in the Building Annie is listening to: Thank You for Listening by Julia Whelan (on Libro.fm) My Summer 2022 playlist on Spotify The Bear soundtrack Ashley is listening to: So Happy for You by Celia Laskey Lemon Drop by Raynes Annie is buying: Everyday Tools key chain from Baqette Prayers for Life cards from The Rabbit Room The Grace Effect candle Prelude to Fall From the Front Porch is a weekly podcast production of The Bookshelf, an independent bookstore in South Georgia. You can follow The Bookshelf's daily happenings on Instagram at @bookshelftville, and all the books from today's episode can be purchased online through our store website, www.bookshelfthomasville.com.  A full transcript of today's episode can be found here. Special thanks to Dylan and his team at Studio D Podcast Production for sound and editing and for our theme music, which sets the perfect warm and friendly tone for our Thursday conversations.  This week Annie is listening to All That's Left Unsaid by Tracey Lien. Ashley is reading Florida Woman by Deb Rogers. If you liked what you heard in today's episode, tell us by leaving a review on iTunes. Or, if you're so inclined, support us on Patreon, where you can hear our staff's weekly New Release Tuesday conversations, read full book reviews in our monthly Shelf Life newsletter and follow along as Hunter and I conquer a classic. Just go to patreon.com/fromthefrontporch. We're so grateful for you, and we look forward to meeting back here next week. Our Executive Producers are... Donna Hetchler, Angie Erickson, Cammy Tidwell, Nicole Marsee, Wendi Jenkins, Laurie Johnson, and Kate Johnston Tucker. Libro.FM: Libro.fm lets you purchase audiobooks directly from your favorite local bookstore (Like The Bookshelf). You can pick from more than 215,000 audiobooks, and you'll get the same audiobooks at the same price as the largest audiobook company out there (you know the name). But you'll be part of a different story -- one that supports community. All you need is a smart phone and the free Libro.fm app. Right now, if you sign up for a new membership, you will get 2 audiobooks for the price of one. All you have to do is enter FRONTPORCH at checkout or follow this link: https://tidd.ly/3C2zVbb Flodesk: Do you receive a weekly or monthly newsletter from one of your favorite brands? Like maybe From the Front Porch (Or The Bookshelf)... Did you ever wonder, ‘how do they make such gorgeous emails?'  Flodesk is an email marketing service provider that's built for creators, by creators, and it's easy to use. We've been using it for a couple of years now, and I personally love it. And right now you can get 50% off your Flodesk subscription by going to: flodesk.com/c/THEFRONTPORCH

How to Build a Lobbying Presence in Washington Before you build a lobbying presence in Washington, consider the fact that technology now touches almost every aspect of our lives. Accordingly, our policymaking has become more complex as companies develop new technologies and consumers use technology in ways that were unanticipated. What are the key issues that policymakers and businesses should be focused on as they seek to fine-tune their policy strategies? How are policymakers dealing with issues, like diversity, that policymakers have historically considered less "substantive" but which have begun to take on monumental importance in American business and politics? Why is Washington, D.C. relevant to start up and early stage ventures and how can they build a lobbying presence in Washington? You'll get answers to these questions and more on Ep. 102! Bio Named a “Top Lobbyist” by The Hill newspaper, Elizabeth Frazee (@EFrazeeDC) has a 30 year career in Washington. Elizabeth has worked in high-level jobs on Capitol Hill, as an entertainment executive, and policy representative of major companies. Elizabeth interweaves a thorough understanding of policy, communications, politics and an impressive network of contacts to manage campaigns and coalitions. A native of North Carolina, Elizabeth began her career working for her home state Senator. She then served as press secretary for the House Energy and Commerce Committee. Additionally, Elizabeth ran the legislative office of then-freshman Representative Bob Goodlatte. Goodlatte now serves as Chairman of the House Judiciary Committee. Following her time in Congress Elizabeth was director of government relations at the Walt Disney Company. There she served as the motion picture industry's representative in Digital Millennium Copyright Act (DMCA) negotiations. Those negotiations resulted in revisions to the Copyright Act. Additionally, Elizabeth also negotiated with Congress and the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) to enact the Children's Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA). She joined AOL in the late 90's as vice president of public policy and ran its Congressional team. While at AOL she served on the front lines of Internet policy debates, helped AOL merge with Time Warner, and helped secure the passage of Permanent Normal Trade Relations with China. Then, in 2003,  Elizabeth built a private lobbying practice. That practice became TwinLogic Strategies when she and co-founder Sharon Ringley launched the firm in 2009. Elizabeth earned her law degree from the Columbus School of Law at the Catholic University of America, while working full-time for Congress. She received a Bachelor of Arts in Journalism from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. Resources TwinLogic Strategies Future Crimes by Marc Goodman News Roundup Members Slam Google on Tech Diversity Most of you are familiar by now with Google's firing of James Damore. Damore is the engineer who wrote the screed that reinforced stereotypes about women working at the company. Well, lawmakers are now urging Google to ensure its stated efforts to improve diversity lead to actual diversity. In a Medium post, Silicon Valley Rep. Ro Khanna wrote that the incident highlights Google's diversity challenges. He called upon Google to do more. Further, eps. Jan Schakowsky, Pramila Jayapal, Jamie Raskin and Robin Kelly -- all Democrats -- also weighed in. They urged Google to address diversity more effectively. Tony Romm reports in Recode. In Punch to Disney, Netflix Signs Shonda Rhimes Disney announced last week that it would be ending its contract with Netflix in 2019. Disney plans to offer its content on its own standalone service. However, Netflix responded by signing hit showrunner Shonda Rhimes. Rhimes previously created such shows as Grey's Anatomy and Scandal for Disney. Rhimes has been a boon to Disney's ABC unit for more than a decade. Netflix is also negotiating with Disney the possibility of Netflix continuing to carry Marvel content after 2019. Meg James, David Ng and Tracey Lien report for the LA Times and Lizzie Plaugic reports for the Verge. Major Tech Firms Lining Up to Support "Extreme Vetting" Several tech firms are enthusiastically lining up to support President Trump's "extreme vetting" program.  Recall that on the campaign trail Trump advocated for the creation of an extreme vetting program.  The U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement's Homeland Security Investigations (ICE) division is now working on building the program.  The program's  goal is to determine, with pinpoint accuracy, which persons entering the country are most likely to engage in acts of terrorism. IBM, Booz Allen Hamilton, Lexis Nexis, SAS and Deloitte are among the companies interested in building this out. Sam Biddle and Spencer Woodman report for the Intercept.   Benchmark Capital Sues Travis Kalanick Benchmark Capital--a major Silicon Valley investor and Uber investor--is suing former Uber CEO Travis Kalanick for fraud, breach of contract and breach of fiduciary duty. In  a complaint filed in Delaware, Benchmark says Kalanick deceived the board into expanding Uber's board from 8 to 11. Now, Benchmark says, Kalanick holds one of the very seats he created and is attempting to pack the board with members who are sympathetic to him. Dan Primack reports for Axios. More Tech Companies Oppose Anti-Sex Trafficking Bill We reported last week that the House introduced a bill, with the support of 24 members, that seeks to curtail online sex trafficking. The bill is a response to Backpage.com, a site that hosted prostitution and sex abuse ads. Now the bipartisan bill is up to 27 sponsors. However, joining the opposition are Engine Advocacy and the Copia Institute which spearheaded a letter campaign that was signed by 30 tech companies including Kickstarter, Meetup, Medium and Reddit. They argue that the bill goes too far in restricting legal third-party content. Wendy Davis Reports in Media Post.  

Editor of Amazon's Little A imprint and Day One magazine   Interview starts at 18:03 and ends at 42:20   A lot of editors across Amazon Publishing kind of have their hands in Day One. Everyone's really excited about it and dedicated to discovering these new voices and finding opportunities for new writers. (Photo by Rachel Eliza Griffiths)   News Amazon.com announces fourth quarter earnings (Press Release) - January 28, 2016 “Amazon Stock Plummets on Disappointing Q4 Results” by Jason Del Rey at re/code - January 28, 2016 “Amazon's stock dives, but it's because of a ‘good problem'” by Tracey Lien at The Los Angeles Times - January 29, 2016 “Amazon Prime is growing like crazy” by Jillian D'Onfro at Business Insider - January 25, 2016 “Amazon Prime Grew 35% in 2015” - report (PDF) by Consumer Intelligence Research Partners - January 25, 2016 “How Many Prime Members Does Amazon Have (And Why It Matters)” by Daniel B. Kline at The Motley Fool - January 26, 2016 TV commercials for #BaldwinBowl - Cheerleaders and Cheese Footballs “Get ready for Amazon's third billion-dollar business: Echo” by Eugene Kim at Business Insider - January 27, 2016 “Amazon reportedly seeks a bigger hand in Android phone software” by Ron Amadeo at Ars Technica - January 25, 2016.   Tech Tip Duolingo app for Fire tablet and iPhone (free)   Interview with Morgan Parker Other People's Comfort Keeps Me Up at Night - poems by Morgan Parker (paperback only) The Offing Grave of Hummingbirds by Jennifer Skutelsky published by Little A   Content Day One at Amazon.com - subscription costs $1.59 a month or 37 cents an issue, with a free 30-day trial when you subscribe “How to Publish Your Book” by Jane Friedman - The Great Courses 24-lecture series available at Audible.com for $24.46 or 1 credit   Next Week's Guest Bufo Calvin, creator of the “I Love My Kindle” blog   Music for my podcast is from an original Thelonius Monk composition named "Well, You Needn't." This version is "Ra-Monk" by Eval Manigat on the "Variations in Time: A Jazz Persepctive" CD by Public Transit Recording" CD.    Please Join the Kindle Chronicles group at Goodreads!