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My guest today on the Online for Authors podcast is Karina Kantas, author of the book Illusional Reality (Duology). Karina is the bestselling author of 14 titles covering most fiction genres, including thriller novels and young adult fiction, many of which have won awards. She’s also an award-winning filmmaker and has won numerous awards for her documentary and short films at International Film Festivals. (You can find them in the Trophy Room.) She’s also a BookTuber, podcaster and radio host and runs Author Assist to help independent authors with promoting and marketing their books. In my...

"Living with a SEAL" is a humorous yet insightful memoir by entrepreneur Jesse Itzler. The book chronicles Jesse's experience of inviting a Navy SEAL to live with him for a month. The SEAL, known for his extreme physical and mental discipline, put Jesse through rigorous training to push his limits. Throughout the month, Jesse learns valuable lessons about resilience, determination, and stepping out of their comfort zone.The story is set against Jesse's busy life in New York City with his family. The SEAL's unconventional and intense methods challenge Jesse’s understanding of hard work and ...

Host Jason Blitman talks to author Lester Fabian Brathwaite (Rage: On Being Black, Queer, Brilliant, and Completely Over It) about musicals and masculinity, drag queens, their introductions to Rosalind Russell, and seeing humanity in villains. Jason is then joined by Guest Gay Reader Brian Derrick to talk about what he's reading as well as a timely discussion on the importance of political engagement and how to harness your rage constructively. Lester Fabian Brathwaite is a staff writer at Entertainment Weekly and, for some sadistic reason known only to him and his therapist, has been a ...

Avui visitem la llibreria Foster & Wallace de Vic per parlar amb Toni Ferron, ànima d'aquest espai esdevingut referència literària per la seva prescripció i els seus clubs de lectura. Adolf Beltran ens porta un assaig celebradíssim del kenyà Binyavanga Wainaina: "Com escriure sobre Àfrica i altres textos", publicat a Eumo en traducció de Martí Sales. I Míriam Cano, en el dia de les eleccions als Estats Units, llegeix el nou George Saunders en català: "El dia de l'alliberament" (ed. 1984), amb traducció de Yannick Garcia.

This episode covers topics some may find disturbing - such as body horror and serial killers. Listen at your own discretion. --- Annabel reviews Butcher & Blackbird by Brynne Weaver. Romy fails to gird her loins. --- Send your answer to this week's listener question to PaperbackPleasuresBooks@gmail.com. Find all books mentioned in this podcast ⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠. Follow us on ⁠⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠, and ⁠⁠⁠Youtube⁠⁠⁠. Join us on ⁠⁠⁠Patreon⁠⁠⁠ for exclusive bonus content, including more answers to the listener question and blooper reels...

As winter approaches, it’s important to focus on maintaining mental health, especially in small, close-knit communities like ours. In this episode of The Silverton Library Connection, we explore ways to stay connected, set achievable goals, and remain active throughout the colder months. We’ll share tips for managing seasonal challenges, discuss local resources available for support, and offer ideas to keep your spirits up. Whether you're looking for community events, mental health services, or just small steps to improve your daily routine, this episode is full of practical advice ...

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Dr. Jared Zimmerer of Benedictine College returns to the podcast to discuss Book 18 of the Odyssey with Dcn. Garlick and Adam Minihan. Check out thegreatbookspodcast.com for more.From our written guide:90. What happens in book eighteen?Another beggar, a man nicknamed Irus, arrives at Odysseus’ palace and begins to harass Odysseus, the beggar in disguise (18.13). Antinous, the suitor, elects to host a battle between Odysseus the beggar and Irus—the winner will dine with the suitors and loser will be cast out (18.56). Odysseus soundly beats the would-be beggar king (18.121) and is...

Welcome to Fables, Fangirls, and Fiction Podcast! We are two sisters having spirited conversations about our love for fictional fantasy and romantasy books. Each episode we have a fun and lively discussion about our current read, breaking down several chapters at a time. We discuss characters, theories, insights, foreshadowing and more. We get into it further discussing hot topics in pop culture, movies and comics inspired by our beloved books. If you love reading about fated mates, enemies to lovers, badass heroines, romance, fantasy worlds, and beautiful friendships, then WE just ...

Dave Chesson, founder of Kindlepreneur and Publisher Rocket, shares his expertise on Amazon keyword optimization and book marketing. As the creator of one of the most popular keyword research tools for authors, Dave provides insights into how authors can better position their books for discovery on Amazon.In this episode:The story behind Publisher Rocket's developmentUnderstanding Amazon's keyword systemHow to optimize your seven KDP keyword boxesDifferent approaches for fiction vs non-fiction keywordsUsing the new reverse ASIN tool for researchTips for analyzing competition and market ...

It's a brand new Cryptid Creator Corner with guest Jay Faerber. Jay and I sat down to chat a little while ago and I'm excited for folks to finally listen to this episode. Jay wrote one of my favorite comics (illustrated by Scott Godlewski) Copperhead, and I was excited to nerd-out about that. Jay has co-created and written comics like Elsewhere, Noble Causes, Dynamo 5, and Near Death. Plus, Jay has written for some iconic television shows like Ringer, Zoo, and Supergirl. It was great hearing Jay's perspective on collaboration both in comics and in a writers' room. I also loved talking ...

Did the Bronte sisters celebrate Bonfire night? Did the Brontes know about Guy Fawkes and even write about him?Bronte and Guy Fawkes biographer Nick Holland, author of In Search of Anne Bronte and The Real Guy Fawkes has the answers in this second episode from The House of Bronte podcast.You can also watch a video of this episode on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NIlhPQhShYUTo find out more about the Brontes please subscribe to The House Of Bronte.

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“Eşitdiklərim, oxuduqlarım, gördüklərim” kitabı Bakının qə­­­dim keçmişindən, inqilab dövründə neft səltənətində baş ve­rən hadi­sə­lərdən, Bakının kəşməkəşli günlərindən bəhs edir.Bu əsər nə tarixi oçerkdir, nə də publisistik esse. Bu, hər şey­dən əvvəl, həyat həqiqətidir. Bakının neft bumu dövrü­n­dən başlamış Sovet ittifaqının qurulmasına qədər olan dövr haq­qın­da bədii salna­mədir. O dövrün möhtəşəm sarayları, imarət­lər, qumarxanalar, gecə klubları, neft fontanları, qara qızıl çay­la­rı,...

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October is officially over and we're ready for some holiday romance. In this episode you'll hear about some of our favorite classic holiday romance storylines, books to look out for this season, a possible true love romance in the making, and Rachel & Amanda narrowly avoid parking tickets. This is a classic wild episode of Bubbles & Books you won't want to miss. Holiday Romances mentioned: Christmas Is All Around by Martha Waters The Nightmare Before Kissmas by Sara Raasch Love You A Latke by Amanda Elliott I’ll Be Gone For Christmas by Georgia K. Boone The Christmas Tree Farm by Laurie ...

Award-winning children's author Mac Barnett joins us to discuss his heartwarming new picture book Santa's First Christmas, beautifully illustrated by Sydney Smith. In this fresh take on holiday storytelling, Santa experiences the magic of Christmas Day for the very first time, thanks to his thoughtful elves. Mac shares insights into the creative process and his collaboration with acclaimed illustrator Sydney Smith and reflects on how Christmas books create special yearly traditions for families. From the warmth of Christmas lights to sneaking tastes of cookie icing, discover how this charming ...

A few months ago, a controversy involving a statement made by a NaNoWriMo official sparked a controversy surrounding the use of AI. While the initial response and outcry from the statement was briefly covered, we wanted to check in on what has happened since. We talk about the history behind NaNoWriMo, what the organization is, where the controversy started, what writers/authors were concerned about, and the organization's response. Peter talks through a statement released by NaNoWriMo and used an article from Wired for background on the topic. Both of those are linked down below. Be sure to...