Fantasy and scifi book reviews, analysis, and sass.
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Join Becca Freeman and Olivia Muenter every Wednesday for a dose of books and banter, along with interviews with women who inspire us.
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Worlds of Words Center of Global Literacies and Literatures is committed to creating an international network of people who share the vision of bringing books and children together, thereby opening windows on the world. The WOW Reads podcast centers voices of young readers who serve as Reading Ambassadors by engaging in literature discussions and author interviews and sharing books in their school and social contexts. Worlds of Words is a center in the University of Arizona College of Education.
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A girl perpetually stuck in books, reviewing and recommending books to get you perpetually stuck in books. This podcast will be highlighting fiction books across all genres from mainly Black authors. If you're struggling finding or deciding what books to read written by Black authors with Black characters and dope storylines, you've found the right place! For those who love reading, those who don't love reading, and those yet to find their love of reading. This is a safe space, sis, so don't ...
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Prince Kai Fan Pod: A Marissa Meyer Book Club Podcast Join Bethanie, the creator and host of Prince Kai Fan Pod, as she takes you on a delightful read-along journey through all of Marissa Meyer’s captivating books, starting with the Lunar Chronicles. This podcast is perfect for fans of the series, newcomers looking to explore Meyer’s fantastical worlds, or anyone interested in deep literary discussion and analysis. In each episode, Bethanie is joined by a variety of fantastic guests who brin ...
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Join author Megan O’Russell in this candid, humor-filled glimpse into the creation of a new book series, starting at page one. You’re invited to step into the real-time writing process as Megan weaves fae, shifters, witches, and seers into her latest young adult fantasy novel: Sketchbook of a Wayward Seer. No second drafts allowed. No untwisting love triangles. No bringing characters back to life. meganorussell.substack.com
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Find your next great read. Book recommendations, book news and guests, including top authors and other book enthusiasts who discuss what’s happening in the world of books with a focus on frontlist and backlist fiction including literary fiction, suspense, historical, memoir and nonfiction.
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A weekly podcast about young adult literature, their film and television adaptations and everything in between. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Discussions of young adult and new adult books, series, authors and voice actors that are full of spoilers.
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Every month we eat our words. From an Amuse Bouche summarizing the meal to our final drinks where we toast to the next month, book plate tackles the tough subjects of Young Adult literature: diversity, narrative, genre, believability - we talk about how Forever Young Adult's book club picks do or do not make us a feel a type of way. If you love literature, food, and book dissection - join us, for a delicious discussion of all things Young Adult. Learn more about Forever Young Adult: http://f ...
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A podcast for readers who want to know the stories behind the pages 📖 Join Caitlin and Michelle, two book nerds who bring you in-depth conversations about writing and publishing from those on the inside. Grab a cuppa and get ready to chat books.
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The Book of Life is an interview-format podcast about Jewish kidlit, mostly, with occasional coverage of Jewish YA/adult books, music, film and web, established in December 2005. Host: Heidi Rabinowitz Sponsors: Feldman Children's Library at Congregation B'nai Israel of Boca Raton, Florida & the Association of Jewish Libraries
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Join us in this read-along podcast where we cover all the books in the beloved Redwall series by Brian Jaques. Books & Badgers is a celebration of epic quests, whimsical woodland animals, and courageous mouse warriors! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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A weekly cult show from the point of view of a not-so-nice Werewolf. The show has been acclaimed by critics and fans (The Lunatics). Character-driven plots based on adult and horror themes with a chocolate layer of humor. 'It's so funny, but you should not be laughing' J Phelps 'Horror fiction at its best' T Hughes 'An utter gift' KT Thoms
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Join Sam and his mom, Dana, as they read and review the top middle grade kids and young adult books. Each episode features a discussion about a new book, with Sam’s youthful curiosity and Dana’s adult insight providing a unique perspective. Encouraging listeners to read along, Bookwards offers a fun and engaging way for book-loving kids and their parents to discover and discuss great literature together.
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C-SPAN brings together best-selling nonfiction authors and influential interviewers for wide-ranging, hour- long conversations. Find this podcast every Saturday after 10 pm ET. From C-SPAN, the network that brings you "Lectures in History" and "Q&A" podcasts.
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From great new books to favorite classic reads, from news to the latest in on-screen adaptations, Hey YA is here to elevate the exciting world of young adult lit.
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Whether it was a reaction to the politics of the time or the rapidly approaching end date of the Mayan calendar, the pop-cultural landscape of the early 2010s can be best remembered for one thing: dystopian literature. Join plucky young heroines and podcast hosts Daphne and Kellie as they dive into all of your favorite young adult novels and series from this era as we reread the revolution. We lived through it once and are back to recap, review, and discuss all the best and worst that the wo ...
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The School Reading List Podcast - presented by Tom Tolkien. In each episode, we recommend new and classic children's and young adult books.
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This podcast narrates to you short stories, poems and letters from a collective of authors. It is a simple cup of tea in hand, or a long drive kind of moment, to truly immerse yourself in a tale or two. For the love of a good story!
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Follow Poppy as she attempts to write her first young adult novel.
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A dive into the world of YA books, shows, and movies that aims to figure out why adults are still obsessed with it. Get updates on Twitter @nayapod. New episodes every other Thursday! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Welcome to the 5-Minute Parenting podcast! I'm Sandra Kay Chambers, the founder and host of this podcast. I'm a wife, mother, grandmother and former teacher, journalist, and an award-winning children's author. My Fingerprint Devotions: 40 Devotions That Help You Realize You Are a Kid Uniquely Created by God for a Purpose (ages 8-12), helps kids realize they are unique, just like their fingerprints, and have a God-given purpose in their life. I'm also the author of a picture book, Maisie Disc ...
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A book podcast where two friends talk about the book they've read before deciding whether they'd take it to a desert island if they were stranded. However, to add a twist, the hosts are only able to have ten books each on their shelf at any given time.
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Book reviews you can trust. The CYAN Book Club is all about finding good books to share with your kids and teens. Join Zac Whiting as he reads the latest Children’s and Young Adult Novels to see if they’re worth it.
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Follow along as two adults dive into young adult books and series in order to unpack the universal appeal of the genre that transcends age and gender barriers.
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Jake and Mac are reading bad Young Adult fiction, despite the fact that they're both Full Grown Adults. Hey, someone's gotta wade into this mess.
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A young adult services librarian recaps modern-ish young adult fiction to their friends who are not young adults. | readanotherbook.tumblr.com
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We’re Ashley and Liz, two real-life besties who’ve loved books since we first learned to read, so naturally, we started a podcast! We would say the rest is history but in actuality, it's just the beginning. So come join us in the next chapter of our lives as we introduce ourselves, and laugh our way through the world of books with a focus on Fantasy, Romantasy, and Dark Romance. Of course we have love for all book genres, but those are our absolute favorites! Don't be shy, subscribe! New Pod ...
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“Lessons From Sweet Valley” is a podcast where we re-examine the Sweet Valley High series one book at a time and determine what lessons, if any, we can learn from them. Former SVH book nerd Kat Thomas will be joined by guests as they discuss the lives of twins Jessica and Elizabeth Wakefield and all of Sweet Valley’s cast of characters through a modern lens. Episodes released every other Wednesday.
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Welcome to Monday YA, the young adult book podcast, by a teen, for teens (oh yeah, and her non-bookworm friend, for comedic relief purposes). Every Monday, I’ll post a pocket-sized episode, where I’ll review one or two books, and dive deep into the author’s craft, and how they made that book so great... or not so great. I’ll also get excited about some upcoming YA, and talk about the books at the top of my TBR.
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Join J.D. Myall from Writer's Digest and Drexel University on 'Craft Chat Chronicles' for interviews with New York Times best-selling authors. Delve into the art of writing, uncover insights and tips on crafting bestsellers, as well as effective publishing and book marketing. Perfect for aspiring and seasoned writers, and students alike, this podcast combines creative writing expertise with real-world publishing experience. Tune in for transformative literary guidance.
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The Odyssey Writing Workshops Charitable Trust is a nonprofit with the mission of helping writers of fantasy, science fiction, and horror improve their work. To fulfill our mission, we offer Your Personal Odyssey Writing Workshop, an intensive, one-on-one online program, customized for each student. Top authors, editors, and agents serve as guest lecturers and guest critiquers. We also offer five-week online writing classes each winter; webinars, critiques, consultations, and coaching year-r ...
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Two PhD/comedians and one comedian/comedian return to R.L. Stine’s series to bring adult eyes to old-school classics. It’s your Goosebumps, but funny.
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We're Danie and Gaby! Escape with us into the world of fiction, action, and adventure! We are a young adult book club podcast that explores old favorites and new gems! We are constantly open to any all recommendations, please feel free to email us at [email protected]!
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Fireside chats about whole child (and adult) Social Emotional Learning.
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This is a collaborative podcast. No Young Adult book will be left in the dark - all shall be reviewed and critiqued. I had an idea, what if all of us bibliophiles went and re-read the books we loved as pre-teens, would we still love them?
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You, Me, Us is a podcast dedicated to talking with friends and people I know. The idea is to get interesting people to talk about something interesting for 15-20 minutes. Bear with me here, awesomeness is around the corner. J.A. Yang, you can find me at www.jonyang.org.
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A collection of short stories, written by Ann Butler. Each story has a supernatural or quirky bent and they all contain adult themes. The average length of each episode is 10 minutes, making it easy for commuters or people who don’t have the time to listen to long audio dramas. Ann would love to hear what you think about her stories so please leave a comment.
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Do you write for children or young adults? Have your latest book sales been disappointing or nonexistent? Are you ready to begin marketing yourself as a kidlit author? Hi! I’m Lou - host of Kidlit Marketing Made Easy(er) where I help authors with book marketing and author branding. As a developmental editor and author, I know that you want to spend time writing, not marketing. I also know that you need to create connections and build relationships with your readers so you can share and sell ...
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Welcome to the new CAT CHAT ® brought to you by Dr. Elsey’s, the private company owned by Dr. Elsey, who created the #1 litter in the country to keep cats in their loving homes (helping to avoid Out of Litter Box problems, the #1 reason people abandon their kitties).Tracie wrote THE CAT BIBLE: Everything Your Cat Expects You to Know and hosted Cat Chat ® as a live call-in show for nearly 8 years on the Martha Stewart channel of Sirius/XM. Her mission is to entertain, educate and inspire cat ...
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Two sassy English teachers discuss books, food, parenting, pop culture, and anything else that comes their way.
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Bestselling author and illustrator Jarrett J. Krosoczka takes you behind the curtain of creativity to explore the journeys of the visual storytellers who shape the graphic novel and illustrated literature publishing landscape. Through candid conversations and a deep appreciation for the craft, JJK uncovers the unique paths that fuel artistic expression and drive success. Whether you’re an aspiring comics creator or a lover of illustrated literature, this podcast celebrates the twists and tur ...
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Tales from Godric’s Hollow - Discussing Harry Potter Books, Movies, and News
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Tales from Godric’s Hollow is a Harry Potter podcast hosted by Marissa Dorado (A Ravenclaw who has read the books hundreds of times since childhood) and Joe Slionski (A Hufflepuff who has read the books only a handful of times since getting into it as an adult). TFGH originally started out as a book club style podcast introducing a Muggle to the Harry Potter series for the first time. After bringing original host "The Muggle" Josh Brown through his re-read of the series, The Platinum Duo, wi ...
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Half advice show, half reality show. Join podcast besties Kristen Meinzer and Jolenta Greenberg as they seek advice from experts, and then put that advice to the test. All this season they’re focusing on the loneliness epidemic and the struggles of friendship - from making new friends to breaking up with BFFs. Their goal? To help get you a little closer to fine. The first ten seasons of Kristen and Jolenta's other show By the Book are also in this feed. To hear back episodes, just scroll down!
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The Book of Life is an interview-format podcast about Jewish kidlit, mostly, with occasional coverage of YA/adult books, music, film and web, established in December 2005. Host Heidi Rabinowitz is a Judaica librarian at Congregation B'nai Israel of Boca Raton, FL, and the podcast reveals the backstory of materials that might be found in a synagogue library like Heidi's.
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There’s a brief paragraph at the end of the book you just read – and chances are the story behind it is just as interesting and inspiring as the story that preceded it. Join Bookstacked writer Saul Marquez as he sits down with Children’s and Young Adult book authors to learn how they discovered writing, broke into publishing, and achieved everything else that happened in between and after.
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Ep 70 “National Treasure + Uncharted FOR ADULTS??” Among the Cursed Gods by T J Lundin | AUTHOR INTERVIEW
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Send us a text Today we’re bringing you a spoiler free (with possibly a teaser or two we’ll warn you about 😉) author interview episode with none other than indie published romantasy, contemporary romance author T.J. Lundin! We’re looking forward to celebrating the upcoming launch of her National Treasure inspired book Among the Cursed Gods, out on …
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Werewolf the Podcast: Werewolves Can Do Bad Things and Make Good
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Send us a text We are taking a slight light break from the medieval times to listen to five short stories about how a wickedly awful psychotic individual like our Wil the Werewolf can actually help out the world. The five stories are: The Cult of the Infant Saint: A not-so-heartwarming tale of werewolves, rot, and ecclesiastical nonsense. The Skin …
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Dean & Kristen Look Back: How to Write an Ebook in less than 7 to 14 Days that Will Make You Money Forever
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*Patreon-only Bonus Episode Teaser* Dean and Kristen are looking back - episode by episode - at their time on By The Book. Today, they give behind-the-scenes stories and updates on How to Write an Ebook in less than 7 to 14 Days that Will Make You Money Forever, by Darren Ackers. To hear the full episode, get biweekly episodes of Dean & Kristen Loo…
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Ep 71 HEAT of the EVERFLAME Review, Summary, and Deep Dive | Kindred’s Curse Saga Book 3
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Send us a text We interviewed Penn Cole, we took a deep dive into Spark and Glow of the Everflame, and today we’re continuing on with our deep dive into book 3: Heat of the Everflame. With the first fifteen minutes being spoiler free, and including our basic star and spice ratings! Check out our full Kindred's Curse Saga Playlist | https://www.yout…
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A timely and powerful reflection from Thom Stecher on leading with courage, compassion, and conviction in a divided world, reminding us that dignity is essential and unity is our path forward.
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It's Not Summer Without You / The Summer I Turned Pretty S02
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Brenna and Joe head back to Cousins for another swing at Jenny Han's The Summer I Turned Pretty series. First up: decent beach read It's Not Summer Without You (aka book 2), which works when it focuses on the loss of Susana and is *fine* when it does the usual love triangle. The same cannot be said for the Amazon TV show, which pads the runtime and…
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The latest tale from the Book Griffin Podcast is a supernatural tale of beings that haunt the coastline off The Old Head at Kinsale in Ireland. The story was written by Ann Butler. Ann has also published two women's fiction novels: After the Hurt and Caught Out. Both are available in digital and paperback formats from all online book sellers. annbu…
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Battles, Buggers, and Brilliant Kids: Ender’s Game by Orson Scott Card
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In this episode, Sam and Dana dive into Ender’s Game by Orson Scott Card, a sci-fi classic about a child genius trained to save Earth from an alien invasion. They unpack Ender’s moral struggles, the book’s surprising twist, and why this story still resonates with readers today.By Dana & Sam
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Does your cat love you but ignore your significant other?
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#260: Stephen Quandt talks about ways to reset your partner’s relationship with your cat by taking advantage of the "kitten-mother" relationship between cats and people. Have the person take over feeding. Schedule interactions between them using a special treat, like Creamy from Catit.By Tracie Hotchner
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Bill Clinton and James Patterson, "First Gentleman"
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Former President Bill Clinton talked with his co-author James Patterson about their latest novel: A mystery in the White House that leads to the first gentleman on trial for murder. Politics and Prose Bookstore hosted this event at the Lincoln Theatre in Washington, D.C Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…
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SHOW NOTES: https://jewishbooks.blogspot.com/2025/07/july-throwback-inquisitors-tale.html TRANSCRIPT: https://otter.ai/u/idZDWVCvKcbXcYPMmx4uUuonYQE?utm_source=copy_url As a follow up to my recent interview with Adam Gidwitz about Max in the Land of Lies, and in honor of my 20th year of podcasting on The Book of Life, I'm bringing you an episode fr…
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SHOW NOTES: https://jewishbooks.blogspot.com/2025/07/july-throwback-inquisitors-tale.html TRANSCRIPT: https://otter.ai/u/idZDWVCvKcbXcYPMmx4uUuonYQE?utm_source=copy_url As a follow up to my recent interview with Adam Gidwitz about Max in the Land of Lies, and in honor of my 20th year of podcasting on The Book of Life, I'm bringing you an episode fr…
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💬 Submit questions: https://StudioJJK.com/podcasts🛒 Support the show: https://StudioJJK.com/shop 📕 Support Grace: https://bookshop.org/lists/grace-linCelebrated, multi-award winning author/illustrator Grace Lin shares her journey from childhood to becoming an icon of children's literature! Grace discusses the impact of her upbringing, the challenge…
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Season 2 Episode 1: Breaking into Graphic Novels and Illustration with Sarah Mai
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Send us a text What if the key to captivating storytelling lies not just in creativity but in the rigorous study of literature? Join us on Craft Chat Chronicles as we uncover the journey of an emerging author, who turned an unexpected collaboration with an agent in 2020 into a successful debut with Little Brown. Our guest takes us through the joys …
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yes, the unicorn happens (Sword of Destiny | Andrzej Sapkowski)
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"Why does he shoot the meat?" You've been asking since the very beginning, and the day is finally here! We're joined by special guest and unabashed Shatter Me fan AllieReads to cover Tahereh Mafi's 2011 hit novel. We talk about the fandom's undying love for Aaron Warner, share some intimate fully-clothed shower moments, and come out in favor of lea…
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449. Major Moments BOOK 6 - Birthday Surprises
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Joe, Alex, and Brent discuss the latest production news from the Harry Potter TV Series and dive into a contested Major Moment from Book 6 entitled Birthday Surprises! Open/News You Can Use Giveaway Major Moment - Birthday Surprises Potterwatch Spellio Revelio - Ear Shriveling Curse Community Emails Joe - @CustomVinylLush Alex - @AtariAlex Brent - …
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How to Develop a "With Me" Parenting Strategy for Discipleship w/Melinda Poling
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Send us a text Today we welcome Melinda Poling to the show to discuss the "With Me" parenting strategy for discipleship. This strategy is a way to do life together as a family, investing in our children's character and spiritual development with intentionality and joy, resulting in strong family bonds and strong kids in every developmental stage. L…
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While they’re between seasons, Jolenta and Kristen are thrilled to share a very special series that - up until now - was only available behind a paywall. It’s called By The Book Authors Tell All, and features authors whose books they lived by, as well as some authors they just happen to love. And for more great By The Book content, listen to Dean &…
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On this episode, the whole Books & Badgers crew is here to give our official ranking and review of Marlfox, joined by author Micheal Bettendorf. We go through our hero and villain ranking and give you our official score for this book. How does it stack up in our rankings? You have to listen to find out! Be sure to check out Micheal's work at https:…
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Bethanie is joined by friend of the show Katherine and Of Slippers and Spindles Host Cassie to discuss the Stars Above short story The Mechanic. Summary Kai’s android, Nansi, holds state’s secrets and cannot be entrusted to just anyone to fix, but when the royal mechanics are unable to fix her, Kai seeks out the best mechanic in New Beijing. While …
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Danika joins Kelly this week to talk about exciting new YA books that hit shelves in June and July, as well as to talk the best YA books of 2025 so far. Subscribe to the podcast via RSS, Apple Podcasts, or Spotify. To get even more YA news and recommendations, sign up for our What’s Up in YA newsletter! Looking to elevate your reading life? Tailore…
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“Toads are capable of sarcasm, but their blood runs too cold for hysteria.” In this episode of Fictional Hangover, Amanda and Claire talk about Princess Ed Gein, a spooky wind, an amuse-bouche of necromancy, and also a were-toad in their discussion of Thornhedge by T. Kingfisher.By Fictional Hangover
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Navessa Allen on writing Spicy Romance
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We are so excited to have Navessa Allen on the pod to talk about all things spicy romance! We hear about how she got started writing romance, how she handles taboo topics, what it’s like having viral success, and her experience as self-published author who began working for a traditional publishing house. Her books Lights Out and Caught Up are out …
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Werewolf the Podcast: A Soul Sacrificed for Satan. (Episode 217)
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Send us a text It has come to the fateful day where one of our heroes. One of our Werewolf's brothers is going to have to sacrifice himself. Will Satan take Gervais's soul? Will William Marshall allow it? Has he got a choice? Go check out Odin Apparel for amazing Viking-themed kits and our t-shirts. Preorder it now at this link. https://odinapparel…
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Welcome to Page by Page: Writing the Book in Real Time. Readers and writers alike are invited to take a look behind the veil as YA author Megan O’Russell creates her newest novel, Sketchbook of a Wayward Seer, one episode at a time. This week, we join Ella as she comes back to reality with the help of her friends, only to realize the vision that fo…
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We're back for another round of Skins Series 2, but Brenna has mixed feelings. It probably has something to do with the death of Peter Capaldi's character, as well as the fact that one of the two episodes is about Michelle. Plus: Cassie travel logistic questions, hook-ups galore, and continued proof that the only good Skins parent...is a dead one? …
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#261: The feline veterinarian whose name is on the bag of America's favorite litter talks about removing all scents from his litters because of the harm they do cats — and Tracie explains why Dr. Elsey's CleanProtein is the only dry cat food she can recommend.By Tracie Hotchner
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Sen. Lisa Murkowski, "Far From Home.."
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Senator Lisa Murkowski (R-AK) told her own political story in Far From Home. She was first elected in 2001 and has served in the Senate since 2002. Her book covers a career ranging from the emergence of the tea party movement to President Trump's second election. Politics and Prose bookstore hosted this event at the Sixth and I cultural center in W…
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☎️ Will I be able to move beyond family disfunction?
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How do you move beyond a difficult childhood?💬 Submit questions: https://StudioJJK.com/podcasts🛒 Support the show: https://StudioJJK.com/shopFollow along this journey to get insight into my career as an author and illustrator of books for young readers. I am the creator of the LUNCH LADY graphic novels and won a few awards for my graphic memoir HEY…
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ROASTING Some Desperate Glory (Emily Tesh)
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A taste of Rachel Faith's powerful story "A Good Egg" takes us on a journey that shatters expectations and reveals the transformative potential of conscious awareness. This story leaves you asking, what happens when gratitude meets mindfulness in a relationship teetering on destruction? We meet Sasha, trapped in a cycle of abuse with her partner Al…
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Subscribe today and support the author's artform of storytelling. Ever tried to open a bank account as a clown? Join us for a whimsical adventure featuring Dorin Hart's tale "A Question of ID" from the Voice Within Anthology. Imagine a bank lobby turned stage, where Petal the clown, with her pink tutu and audacious spirit, leads her jester friends …
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Have you ever noticed something strange from the corner of your eye that vanishes when you try to look at it directly? Most of us dismiss these fleeting glimpses as tricks of light or optical illusions. But what if they're something more? John Shuttleworth's captivating short story "Furies" invites us into a world where those peripheral flickers mi…
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Have you ever experienced that magical moment when something you've wished for materialises before your eyes? A little taste of Johnny Lee's enchanting story "Firefly in my Garden" captures exactly this phenomenon through a tale that begins in a backyard sanctuary and culminates in a profound lesson about self-acceptance. Johnny, both an author fea…
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Subscribe today and support the author's artform of storytelling. In this episode, we delve into the transformative power of storytelling through a heartfelt reading of "A Letter to My Younger Self" by Helen Lambert. Helen's work beautifully encapsulates the essence of living in the present, encouraging listeners to cast aside the shadows of past r…
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A taste from the first breath of life, a pattern was established - a newborn girl met with maternal indifference, a mother overwhelmed by her own psychological demons. Through haunting poetic verse, this deeply personal narrative traces the shadow that childhood trauma casts across decades, threatening to engulf the next generation in its darkness.…
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Subscribe today and support the author's artform of storytelling. What if a simple family outing could transform into an epic adventure laden with the magic of nature and profound familial bonds? Join us as we share the enchanting tale of Vim and their journey to a mystical waterfall, as narrated by Lee Rickwood. This isn’t just a birthday celebrat…
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What begins as a simple letter to a season unfolds into a profound meditation on life, death, resilience, and renewal in John Shuttleworth's masterfully crafted "Dear Autumn." Narrated by the author himself, this piece transcends mere seasonal observation to capture the bittersweet essence of autumn as it stands on the precipice of winter's approac…
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Have a taste of this mesmerizing narrative, Chris-James (CJ) Melchizedek channels the voice of an ancient tree spirit delivering a profound love letter to humanity. What if trees could speak? What ancient wisdom might they share about our forgotten connection to them? The tree spirit takes us back hundreds of thousands of years to when the first hu…
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Book Club Announcement: July 18 Reminder & August's Pick
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A quick reminder that your responses to Kacen Callender's Felix Ever After is due Friday, July 18. And also: the announcement of our August 2025 selection, which is Elizabeth Acevedo's Clap When You Land (2020). If you wanna read along, the due date for responses is Friday, August 22. Wanna connect with the show? Follow us on Instagram and BlueSky …
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WOW Reads: S3, Bonus - End of Year Review
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Worlds of Words Center Middle School and Teen Reading Ambassadors discuss the past academic year as they read and promoted reading together. For us, books and bagels are a natural pairing. Bruegger's by the University of Arizona, if you're listening, know that once a month since January of 2018, multiple bagel bundles fuel our reading discussions. …
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Perseverance for Kids: Why it Matters and How to Teach it w/Terrie Hellard-Brown
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Send us a text Resilience, problem-solving, adaptability and a growth mindset. These are all part of the package when it comes to perserverance; and it's more important than ever to intentionally teach it to our children in this quick-fix, instant, Instagram-famous world we live in! Join Host Karen Ferguson with special guest Terrie Hellard-Brown t…
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448. Recasting the DC Universe with Harry Potter Characters
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* WE DO NOT OWN THE RIGHTS TO THE SUPERMAN THEME BY JOHN WILLIAMS * NO COPYRIGHT INFRINGEMENT IS INTENDED, MUSIC BELONGS TO THE RIGHTFUL OWNERS Joe, Alex, and Brent make two franchises collide as they try to recast the DC Comic Universe using Harry Potter Characters! Open/News You Can Use Giveaway Recasting the DC Universe with Harry Potter Charact…
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While they’re between seasons, Jolenta and Kristen are thrilled to share a very special series that - up until now - was only available behind a paywall. It’s called By The Book Authors Tell All, and features authors whose books they lived by, as well as some authors they just happen to love. And for more great By The Book content, listen to Dean &…
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