Best Bellezza Podcasts (2024)

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Sy Montgomery - WHAT THE CHICKEN KNOWS 31:42

2d ago31:42

31:42

In this interview, I chat with Sy Montgomery about What the Chicken Knows, her title and cover, why she loves chickens so much, what she wants her readers to take away from this book, how each flock has its own vibe, and much more. Sy's recommended reads are: Playing Possum: How Animals Understand Death by Susana Monso Raising Hare by Chloe Dalton …

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Marissa Stapley - THE LIGHTNING BOTTLES 35:05

3d ago35:05

35:05

In this interview, I chat with Marissa Stapley about The Lightning Bottles, her musical muses for Jane and Elijah, including a road trip component in her story, how she approached writing about the drug use of the era, determining who tells the story and why she chose who she did, and much more. Marissa's recommended reads are: Tell Me Everything b…

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Persuasion Chapters 18-19 1:02:21

9d ago1:02:21

1:02:21

WE HAVE A PROPOSAL! Louisa and Benwick are in love and the Crofts come to Bath. Who else comes to Bath? WENTWORTH! Anne runs into him in a shop and he offers her his umbrella. Steamy. Plus, she and Lady Russell pass him in the street. Topics discussed include what the heck happened between Wentworth and Louisa, grumpy/sunshine pairings, men in mour…

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Podcast Takeover - Chapters and Chats with Chris Whitaker 1:02:12

15d ago1:02:12

1:02:12

For today’s episode, I am running a Chapters and Chats conversation with Chris Whitaker about All the Colors of the Dark. Chapters and Chats is run by Kelly of @kellyhook.readsbooks and Ivana of @beachesbooksnbubbles. You can contact either one of them to be added to their list for a particular chat. Check out their Instagram accounts to learn more…

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Kirsty Greenwood - THE LOVE OF MY AFTERLIFE 35:38

23d ago35:38

35:38

In this interview, I chat with Kirsty Greenwood about The Love of My Afterlife, how popular the romance genre currently is, romance tropes and including them in her book, her favorite trope, her U.S. and U.K. covers, being selected as the GMA July pick, the screen adaptation, and much more. Kirsty's recommended reads are: Under Your Spell by Laura …

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Persuasion Chapters 16-17 1:09:03

24d ago1:09:03

1:09:03

In todays chapters, Anne is stressed about Mrs. Clay's relationship with her father, Lady Russell thinks Anne has a potential advantageous match, and Anne skips out on a dinner party. We meet some new characters in the Dalrymples, Mrs. Smith, and Mrs. Rooke. Topics discussed include street smarts, what sick chambers reveal about humanity, the etymo…

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Lynda Cohen Loigman - THE LOVE ELIXIR OF AUGUSTA STERN 34:29

1M ago34:29

34:29

In this interview, I chat with Lynda Cohen Loigman about The Love Elixir of Augusta Stern, the familial inspirations for this book, her title and stunning cover, including humor into the narrative, how hard she worked to get her characters' voices right, the research she conducted, The Thursday Authors, and much more. Lynda's recommended reads are:…

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Kelly Hooker - October's Real Time Reading 53:43

1M ago53:43

53:43

Kelly Hooker joins me for the October's Real Time Reading episode where we highlight our current, past and upcoming reads. Kelly’s Selections: Last: Broken Country by Clare Leslie Hall Famous Last Words by Gillian McAllister Now: Jane and Dan at the End of the World by Colleen Oakley The Small and the Mighty by Sharon McMahon Next: The Family Insid…

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Persuasion Chapters 13-15 1:31:21

1M ago1:31:21

1:31:21

In todays chapters, we travel from Uppercross to Kellynch to Bath. Anne and Lady Russell skirt around the subject of Wentworth, Anne has a potential new suitor, and Christmas happens! Mr. Elliot comes to Bath and is forgiven by his family. Topics discussed include the laundry door, Sir Walter's mirrors, whether Benwick is a good match for Anne in L…

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Mary Webber O'Malley and Pamela Klinger Horn - Fall 2024 Recommended Reads 1:11:24

1M ago1:11:24

1:11:24

Mary Webber O'Malley and Pamela Klinger-Horn join me to recommend their favorites reads of Fall 2024. Mary's selections: Blue Sisters by Coco Mellors Rejection by Tony Tulathimutte Eden Undone by Abbott Kahler The Love Elixir of Augusta Stern by Lynda Loigman Remember You Will Die by Eden Robbins American Rapture by CJ Leede Libby Lost and Found by…

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Kimberly Brock - THE FABLED EARTH 34:29

1M ago34:29

34:29

In this interview, I chat with Kimberly Brock about The Fabled Earth, how she decided to write about Cumberland Island and how she created her characters, building a strong sense of place, looking back on history through a 2024 lens, what makes us human, her cover and title, and much more. Kimberly's recommended reads are: Circe by Madeline Miller …

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Persuasion Chapter 12 1:11:41

2M ago1:11:41

1:11:41

This episode is only covering one chapter because this chapter brings the DRAMA. We meet a new man who draws our attention the fact that Anne is hot, Louisa jumps down a flight of stairs and gets a severe concussion, and Wentworth shows that he trusts Anne. Topics discussed include Cape Cod, the way Wentworth came to the rescue for Benwick, Chekhov…

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Persuasion Chapters 10-11 1:15:50

2M ago1:15:50

1:15:50

Charles Hayter gives up on Henrietta, so she pays him a visit, and Anne overhears a conversation between Louisa and Wentworth. Wentworth takes everyone on a November beach vacation to Lyme and we meet the Harvilles and Captain Benwick. Topics discussed include PUPPIES, anonymity in numbers, Admiral Croft's driving skills or lack thereof, Anne compa…

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Kelly Hooker - Our Favorite Books of April - June 2024 57:17

3M ago57:17

57:17

In this episode, Kelly and I chat about our favorite books that published in April through June 2024. Our shared top reads: How To Age Disgracefully by Clare Pooley Long Time Gone by Charlie Donlea Kelly’s remaining top reads: The Sicilian Inheritance by Jo Piazza Just for the Summer by Abby Jimenez Long After We Are Gone by Terah Shelton Harris I …

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Persuasion Chapters 8-9 1:19:36

3M ago1:19:36

1:19:36

Today, Anne and Wentworth are thrown together in a variety of awkward situations, and we discover a love quadrangle. Topics discussed include the devastation of not being able to read your favorite book again for the first time, military superstitions, Hayter the hater, how much we love the Crofts, an abundance of Charleses, and Anne's deeply held …

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Audrey Bellezza and Emily Harding - ELIZABETH OF EAST HAMPTON 31:52

3M ago31:52

31:52

In this interview, I chat with Audrey Bellezza and Emily Harding about Elizabeth of East Hampton, how they decided to write together, modernizing Jane Austen and the pressure of updating such an iconic author's works, how writing for television is different than writing novels, how they decide which book to tackle and when, and much more. Audrey's …

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Gill Paul - SCANDALOUS WOMEN 32:36

3M ago32:36

32:36

In this interview, I chat with Gill Paul about Scandalous Women, how she decided to write about these two women and why she paired them together, what surprised her the most when writing this one, her fascinating research, the changes these authors made in the publishing industry, and much more. Gill's recommended reads are: Songs in Ursa Major by …

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Alison Espach - THE WEDDING PEOPLE 32:28

3M ago32:28

32:28

In this interview, I chat with Alison Espach about The Wedding People, her title and cover, the inspiration for this novel, the role a "stranger" plays in a story, the hardest thing about writing the book, and much more. Alison's recommended reads are: Green Dot by Madeleine Gray Big Swiss by Jen Beagin Looking for some great summer reads? Check ou…

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Elizabeth of East Hampton with Audrey Bellezza and Emily Harding 53:14

3M ago53:14

53:14

The authors of Emma of 83rd Street are BACK with Elizabeth of East Hampton! In this summery modern retelling of Pride and Prejudice, Elizabeth Bennet is an East Hampton townie whose life is thrown into disarray when Manhattanites Will and Charlie settle in for the season. Topics discussed include local vs. tourist vibes, surfing, characters and plo…

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242: Pride and Prejudice (1995) with Authors Audrey Bellezza & Emily Harding 33:22

3M ago33:22

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This week, we discuss two very important topics - the 1995 Pride and Prejudice miniseries, and Elizabeth of East Hampton, the sequel to Audrey Bellezza & Emily Harding's beloved novel Emma of 83rd Street. The four of us dive into the miniseries just like Colin Firth-as-Darcy dives into that pond, and discuss how it inspired Audrey and Emily's moder…

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Persuasion Chapters 6-7 1:26:14

4M ago1:26:14

1:26:14

In today's chapters, Mary and Charles Musgrove complain to Anne, the Crofts move in to Kellynch Hall, we learn the tale of Poor Richard, Lil C gets injured, and Captain Wentworth comes to visit. Topics discussed include the ranks of British nobility, our high school math classes, internal panic, Wentworth's band of misfit boys, and Wentworth's inte…

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Jennifer Mathieu - THE FACULTY LOUNGE 33:50

4M ago33:50

33:50

In this interview, I chat with Jennifer Mathieu about The Faculty Lounge, how she began writing this book, writing an adult novel versus a YA book and how the two differ, weaving the characters together, what surprised her the most when writing this one, her fun cover, and much more. Jennifer's recommended reads are: Rift by Cait West I'm Wearing T…

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Flynn Berry - TRUST HER 32:14

4M ago32:14

32:14

In this interview, I chat with Flynn Berry about Trust Her, why she returned to writing about Tessa and Marian, creating such a strong sense of place, focusing on motherhood, her title and cover, her writing process, Northern Spy's screen adaptation, Reese's Lit Up program, and much more. Flynn's recommended reads are: Greta & Valdin by Rebecca K. …

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Dashed by Amanda Quain 47:00

4M ago47:00

47:00

Today, Molly is joined by Amanda Quain, author of Accomplished, Ghosted, and now Dashed, to discuss her brand new book! Dashed is a contemporary sequel to Sense and Sensibility, following Margaret Dashwood as she and her sisters spend 6 weeks together on a cruise ship. Topics discussed include cruising, writing retellings, the Marianne and Brandon …

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Laura Wood - UNDER YOUR SPELL 41:24

4M ago41:24

41:24

In this interview, I chat with Laura Wood about Under Your Spell, writing an adult novel, how she wrote this one, her title and cover, how writing adult novels varies from Young Adult and children's books, her title and cover, and much more. Looking for some great summer reads? Check out my Summer Reading Guide Preview or my complete printable 12-p…

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Kristy Woodson Harvey- A HAPPIER LIFE 39:34

4M ago39:34

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In this interview, I chat with Kristy Woodson Harvey about A Happier Life, her title and cover, why this is a very personal story for her, tackling a dual timeline story, unearthing her feelings about traditions, her next book, and much more. Kristy's recommended reads are: Summer Romance by Annabel Monaghan A Novel Summer by Jamie Brenner Seven Su…

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241: A Colin & Penelope Love Story? • Bridgerton Season 3 • Part 2 1:13:33

5M ago1:13:33

1:13:33

We're back to discuss Bridgerton Season 3, Part 2! We were left on some exciting cliffhangers from Part 1. Now, Colin and Penelope are engaged and happy! But when Cressida Cowper boldly claims to be Lady Whistledown leading Colin to discover the truth -- will their engagement still end in wedded bliss? ~~~ The Pemberley Podcast is hosted by Jillian…

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Persuasion Chapters 4-5 1:09:31

5M ago1:09:31

1:09:31

Today, we learn the story of Anne, Wentworth, and the ultimate persuasion. We also meet the Crofts and the final Elliot sister. Topics discussed include who is at fault for Anne's persuasion, whether Anne was right to break up with Wentworth, exes doing better than you, "the one that got away" trope, Mrs. Clay's romantic ventures, and youngest chil…

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Julie Satow - WHEN WOMEN RAN FIFTH AVENUE 35:19

5M ago35:19

35:19

In this interview, I chat with Julie Satow about When Women Ran Fifth Avenue, deciding to write about these women, her research, getting the cover right, how her title came about, and much more. Julie's recommended reads are: Summer Romance by Annabel Monaghan All the Summers in Between by Brooke Lea Foster Seven Summer Weekends by Jane L. Rosen An…

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Laura Hankin - ONE-STAR ROMANCE 27:30

5M ago27:30

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In this interview, I chat with Laura Hankin about One-Star Romance, setting the book over a longer period of time than most rom-coms, the publishing world as a backdrop, writing a rom-com versus women's fiction, and much more. Looking for some great summer reads? Check out my Summer Reading Guide Preview or my complete printable 12-page 2024 Summer…

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Persuasion Chapters 1-3 1:07:56

5M ago1:07:56

1:07:56

Welcome to season FOUR of Pod and Prejudice! Today, we're diving into Persuasion, starting with the first three chapters. We meet the Elliots, get ready for a trip to Bath, and the navy comes to town. Topics discussed include: family history fans, our first certifiable DADDY, eternal life cults, the tale of William Walter Elliot Esquire, the Elliot…

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Clare Pooley - HOW TO AGE DISGRACEFULLY 36:24

5M ago36:24

36:24

In this interview, I chat with Clare Pooley about How to Age Disgracefully, including a memorable dog in this book, how readers do not like dogs to die in books, Iona Iverson's various covers and titles, the easiest and hardest characters to write in this one, her research into gang behavior, and much more. Clare's recommended reads are: Weyward by…

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Susie Orman Schnall - ANNA BRIGHT IS HIDING SOMETHING 37:35

5M ago37:35

37:35

In this interview, I chat with Susie Orman Schnall about Anna Bright Is Hiding Something, how her marketing background helps her as an author, the research she conducted for this one, the Elizabeth Holmes effect, how she decided what invention to use, the Thursday Authors group, and much more. Susie's recommended reads are: Frozen River by Ariel La…

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Annabel Monaghan - SUMMER ROMANCE 28:15

5M ago28:15

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In this interview, I chat with Annabel Monaghan about Summer Romance, the term "hard pants", exploring grief as well as what it means to be a mother, multi-tasking, skateboarding, her book title, and much more. Annabel's recommended reads are: This Summer Will Be Different by Carley Fortune Seven Summer Weekends by Jane L. Rosen Anna Bright Is Hidi…

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240: Taking a Husband • Bridgerton Season 3 • Part 1 57:22

5M ago57:22

57:22

We're back! After a hiatus that lasted longer than we, and even Hollywood had anticipated, we're here to talk about Part One of the third season of Bridgerton. There's so much to catch up on in the Bridgerton universe - Penelope wants a husband to be free of her family; Colin is the hottest boy in town after his study abroad; and Violet Bridgerton'…

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Bitcherton: An Improvised Regency Podcast 46:32

5M ago46:32

46:32

We have a special treat for you today - our friends at Many Sided Media are releasing an improvised Regency podcast called Bitcherton, and we have a sneak preview of the pilot for our fans. If you like the pilot, pre-save their kickstarter, which is going live on June 13th. PRE-SAVE THE KICKSTARTER Lady Patience Bitcherton has unwed daughters, nosy…

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Ann Leary - I'VE TRIED BEING NICE 43:07

6M ago43:07

43:07

In this interview, I chat with Ann Leary about I've Tried Being Nice, why she decided to write this essay collection, how she is trying to no longer be a people pleaser, how hard it can be to get along with people as an introvert, why your priorities change as you get older, and much more. Ann's recommended reads are: In Cold Blood by Truman Capote…

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Susan Elia MacNeal - THE LAST HOPE 26:03

6M ago26:03

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In this interview, I chat with Susan Elia MacNeal about The Last Hope, ending the series, what she plans to do next, how this installment is based on actual events, including Coco Chanel and Kim Philby, the title of the book, and much more. Susan's recommended reads are: American Daughters by Piper Huguley Do What Godmother Says by L.S. Stratton Mi…

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Kelly Hooker - Our Favorite Books of January - March 2024 43:13

6M ago43:13

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In this episode, Kelly and I chat about our favorite books that published in January through March 2024. Our shared top reads: First Lie Wins by Ashley Elston The Turtle House by Amanda Churchill Kelly’s remaining top reads: Mercury by Amy Jo Burns Everyone But Myself by Julie Chavez Drinker of Ink by Shannon Castelon Mrs. Quinn’s Rise to Fame by O…

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Eileen Garvin - CROW TALK 36:02

6M ago36:02

36:02

In this interview, I chat with Eileen Garvin about Crow Talk, the inspiration for Adam, writing a book during COVID, creating her own field guide, the characters that were the easiest and hardest to write, the title and cover, and much more. Eileen's recommended reads are: Solito by Javier Zamora Yellowface by R.F. Kuang Inciting Joy: Essays by Ros…

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Season 3 Finale Q+A 59:02

7M ago59:02

59:02

Season 3 finale!!! We're taking all of your questions about all things Emma, Jane Austen, and ourselves as we gear up to start Persuasion! Glossary of People, Places, and Things: Gilmore Girls, Euphoria, Bottoms, Heartstopper, RWRB, The White Lotus, Percy Jackson (The Lightning Thief), How to Get Away With Murder, Bridgerton, The Cruel Prince, Buff…

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Michelle Collins Anderson - THE FLOWER SISTERS 35:11

7M ago35:11

35:11

In this interview, I chat with Michelle Collins Anderson about The Flower Sisters, inspired by an actual event from 1928, her daily family newsletter, how she decided to structure the story, the highlights of writing the book, the title and cover, and much more. Michelle's recommended reads are: The Husbands by Holly Gramazio Martyr! by Kaveh Akbar…

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Tommy Tomlinson - DOGLAND 35:11

7M ago35:11

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In this interview, I chat with Tommy Tomlinson about Dogland, how he became interested in the world of show dogs and the Westminster Dog Show, following Striker and his handler, creating the interludes throughout the book, what surprised him the most when researching this one, the purple cover, and much more. Tommy's recommended reads are: Being a …

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Amy Lin - HERE AFTER 34:10

7M ago34:10

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In this interview, I chat with Amy Lin about Here After, writing about the grief she experienced after losing her husband, narrating her audiobook and how that process worked, creating a book that is a mirror versus a guidebook, writing in the present tense and moving around in time, the title and cover, and much more. Amy's recommended reads are: …

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Kelly Hooker - Our Literary Lookbook and Summer Reading Guides 34:20

7M ago34:20

34:20

In this episode, Kelly Hooker and I discuss our upcoming Literary Lookbook and our Summer Reading Guides and how they are different. Kelly’s Summer Reading Guide Preview Selections: All the Colors of the Dark by Chris Whitaker Same As It Ever Was by Clare Lombardo Cindy’s Summer Reading Guide Preview Selections: How to Age Disgracefully by Clare Po…

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Emma Approved with Joanna Sotomura 45:49

7M ago45:49

45:49

We're talking about Emma Approved again today, this time with Emma herself, Joanna Sotomura! We discuss gatekeeping fandom, early 2000s fashion, Emma's hair color, the revival, and get all sorts of behind the scenes secrets! To see what Joanna's up to, follow her on Instagram and TikTok at @joannasotomura. And check out her new show Sunny on Apple …

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Piper Huguley - AMERICAN DAUGHTERS 32:13

7M ago32:13

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In this interview, I chat with Piper Huguley about American Daughters, writing about the secret friendship between Portia Washington and Alice Roosevelt, how she learned about their relationship, her research, how her book cover came to be, why she chose the time period she did to write about, and much more. Piper's recommended reads are: The Best …

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