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Have you ever gotten involved with a movie, book, or show and wanted input in where the story goes? Now you can! Brew & Ink writers group is putting together a story and they need your help in choosing the path of the story. Listen and VOTE!
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Welcome to Now Appalachia Radio with host and thriller author Eliot Parker. The show will profile Appalachian writers and creative people. Proud to be part of the August on the Air Global Radio Network. Authors on the Air Global Radio Network is an international digital media corporation comprised of radio talk shows, podcasts, book reviews and anthology publishing with 3 million listeners in 40 countries and over one million social media friends. Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spo ...
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Listen to Sofia talk about everything fantasy in God's world. Any teen, young adult or young at heart will love to listen in on current topics and her favorite subjects, movies and books! Be ready to listen to Sofia interview authors, reader enthusiasts (even the unenthused), other podcasters and many more!
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On the latest episode of Now, Appalachia, Eliot interviews author and journalist Dan Klefstad about his latest book DIY BOOK PROMO: HOW TO FIND READERS WITHOUT SPENDING MONEY. Dan is a longtime radio host and newscaster. His latest book helps his fellow authors find readers without spending money. It’s based on lessons from the campaign for his nov…
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On the latest episode of Now, Appalachia, Eliot interviews author Jake Maynard about his debut novel SLIME LINE. Jake Maynard is a writer from rural Pennsylvania whose stories and essays appear in Guernica, Southern Review, Alaska Quarterly Review, Electric Lit, The New Republic, The New York Times, and others. His experiences working in the commer…
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On the latest episode of Now, Appalachia, Eliot interviews author Bobi Conn about her new novel SOMEPLACE LIKE HOME. Bobi Conn is the author of A Woman in Time and the memoir In the Shadow of the Valley. Born in Morehead, Kentucky, and raised in a nearby holler, Bobi developed a deep connection with the land and her Appalachian roots. She obtained …
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On the latest episode of Now, Appalachia, Eliot interviews author Russell W. Johnson about his latest novel THE MOUNTAIN MYSTIC. Russell is a fiction writer and North Carolina attorney. His debut story, "Chung Ling Soo's Greatest Trick," was published by ​Ellery Queen Mystery Magazine in January 2015 and won the Edgar Award's Robert L. Fish Memoria…
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Join Sofia as she talks to the winner of Season 18's The Voice, Todd Tilghman. Todd shares life moments and difficulties and, of course, his time on The Voice in this uplifting conversation. He even gives an impromptu performance of a song he's working on. He gives wise advice on how to handle life's troubles with his own experiences while also sha…
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On the latest episode of Now, Appalachia, Eliot interviews author Ellen Burkett Morris about her debut novel BEWARE THE TALL GRASS. Morris is also the author of Abide and Surrender, poetry chapbooks. Her poetry has appeared in The Clackamas Literary Review, Juked, Gastronomica, and Inscape, among other journals and in eight anthologies. Morris won …
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On the latest episode of Now, Appalachia, Eliot interviews author MB Mooney about his latest speculative fiction novel THE SHIELD OF THE KING. MB Mooney believes Great Stories Change the World, and he loves to live and tell great stories. In the 2nd grade, Mooney was bored and getting in trouble, so his teacher said, “Why don’t you write me a story…
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On the latest episode of Now, Appalachia, Eliot interviews author John Copenhaver about his latest novel HALL OF MIRRORS. won the 2019 Macavity Award for Best First Mystery for Dodging and Burning and the 2021 Lambda Literary Award for Best Mystery for The Savage Kind. He is a co-founder of Queer Crime Writers and an at-large board member of Myster…
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On the latest episode of Now, Appalachia, Eliot interviews author Karen Spears Zacharias about her new novel NO PERFECT MOTHERS. Karen Spears Zacharias is an American writer whose work focuses on women and justice. She holds an MA in Appalachian Studies from Shepherd University and an MA in Creative Media Practice from the University of West Scotla…
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MB Mooney is an author and podcaster, among other talents, that talks to Sofia about his brand new book baby, Shield of the King. Sofia, loving this YA Fantasy, asks all the questions filling her mind, namely is there a sequel and what was his inspiration for writing a female protagonist? Britt answers these and more in this fun and engaging conver…
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Introducing a new story - gritty, violent fantasy genre. Mr. Grym is the head henchman for a crime family in the city of Landen, and he's ready to retire. But his boss has one last job for him, and this final mission will take Mr. Grym even deeper into the darkness of the city. Check out Chapter 1! FREE Ebook: https://BookHip.com/DNKWJAC Shield of …
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On the latest episode of Now, Appalachia, Eliot interviews western author R.G. Yoho about his latest western BITTER WATER. R.G. Yoho is a West Virginia native with a passion for history and tales of the American West. Raised on a cattle farm, he is the prolific author of multiple Western novels, along with works of fiction and nonfiction. Yoho is a…
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In this honest re-telling of a miracle Sofia experienced, she recalls the magic of trusting Jesus in her life. Since the tender age of six, Sofia has trusted God with all the tragedies in her life, including this story of her mom's tragic death and homicide. Join Sofia in this raw and vulnerable story of God's saving grace. Trigger warning: Content…
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On the latest episode of Now, Appalachia, Eliot interviews author Carter Taylor Seaton about her latest novel GUILT. Carter Taylor Seaton is the author of three novels: Father's Troubles (Mid-Atlantic Highlands Pub, 2022); amo, amas, amat.an unconventional love story (CreateSpace Independent, 2011); and The Other Morgans (Koehler Books, 2020), as w…
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Sofia, YA Christian Fantasy Author, has a lively and entertaining discussion about publishing and writing with YA Fantasy Author, Candice Pedraza Yammitz. Listen to Candice give critical advice for authors and would-be writers about the world of publishing. She tells her story unscripted about her journey to publishing and gives us a look into new …
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On the latest episode of Now, Appalachia, Eliot interviews author Chris McGinley about his new novel ONCE THESE HILLS. Chris lives in Lexington, Kentucky where he writes crime fiction set in the hills of Appalachia and teaches middle school social studies and English. His story "Hellbenders" made the "Other Distinguished Stories of 2018" list in BE…
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Back to the Future is a bona fide classic film, but is it a PERFECT movie? My good friend and fellow author Sarah Daniels believes it is, and in this episode, she gives 4 reasons Back to the Future is a perfect movie. What do you think? Sarah Daniels / Forged in Film: https://forgedinfilm.org/ FREE ebook: https://dl.bookfunnel.com/cra6znsrzn MB Moo…
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On the latest episode of Now, Appalachia, Eliot interviews author Susan Zurenda about her second novel THE GIRL FROM THE RED ROSE MOTEL. Susan taught English for thirty-three years to college and high school students. Her debut novel, BELLS FOR ELI, has received several awards including first place for Best First Book--Fiction in the 2021 Independe…
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The animated version of the Hobbit came out in 1977, and it is an amazing version of the movie. What can we learn about writing from this version? Here are 3 reasons you should watch this great movie. Free Epic Fantasy Ebook: https://dl.bookfunnel.com/cra6znsrzn FB: www.facebook.com/MooneyMB IG: www.instagram.com/authormbmooney TikTok: www.ticktok.…
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On the latest episode of Now, Appalachia, David Joy returns to the program to discuss his latest novel THOSE WE THOUGHT WE KNEW. David is the author of When These Mountains Burn (winner of the 2020 Dashiell Hammett Award), The Line That Held Us (winner of the 2018 SIBA Book Prize), The Weight of This World, and Where All Light Tends to Go (Edgar fi…
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It's finally here! Ahsoka live action streaming series premiered. Here is my review of the first two episodes with FOUR reasons why you should watch the new show. Free Fantasy Ebook: https://dl.bookfunnel.com/cra6znsrzn FB: www.facebook.com/MooneyMB IG: www.instagram.com/authormbmooney Tiktok: www.ticktok.com/mbmooneyauthor…
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On the latest episode of Now, Appalachia, Eliot interviews author Kelly Ford about her latest thriller THE HUNT. Kelly Ford is the author of Real Bad Things and the award-winning Cottonmouths, a novel of “impressive depths of character and setting” according to the Los Angeles Review, which named it one of its Best Books of 2017. An Arkansas native…
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Sofia interviews one of her favorite clean fantasy authors and publisher of Quill and Flame Publishing of YA and New Adult Fiction, AJ Skelly. "Stories are one of the most important things that make us human," AJ says. Listen to more of her words of wisdom on books, the book world and the importance of a swoony kiss scene in clean fiction!…
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On the latest episode of Now, Appalachia, Eliot welcomes back author Meagan Lucas to talk about her new short story collection HERE IN THE DARK. Meagan Lucas is the author of the award-winning novel, Songbirds and Stray Dogs (2019) and the forthcoming collection, Here in the Dark (Shotgun Honey, July 2023). Meagan’s short work can be found in place…
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Can you live an adventurous life? That is one question Philip Wilder asks you to do every day and to never be afraid to do it. Sofia enjoys hearing this question and more as she talks in depth with Philip. They talk about his two non-fiction books and his take on how to live a life God has called you to live. And it's big! And built only for you! T…
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On the latest episode of Now, Appalachia, Eliot interviews author M. Hendrix about her young adult debut novel THE CHAPERONE. M Hendrix is the author of two previous books. She lives in Bowling Green, Kentucky, with her husband, novelist David Bell. The Chaperone is her YA debut. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/eli…
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Join Sofia as she brings on her show, teens, Payton and Devyn! They have a lively discussion about movies, books and poetry. Explore with them their talk about movies they love and hate and also, the brooding Edgar Allen Poe and his works. Listen to a hilarious quiz, Christmas in July, all about old Christmas movies, which Sofia rewards the winner …
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On the latest episode of Now, Appalachia, Eliot interviews author Jim Minick about his latest non-fiction work: WITHOUT WARNING: THE TORNADO OF UDALL, KANSAS. Jim is the author or editor of seven books, including the award-winning Fire Is Your Water and The Blueberry Years: A Memoir of Farm and Family. His work has appeared in numerous publications…
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In this episode, two of her favorite teens join her in a fun and often hilarious conversation about books, movies, explain why they haven't watched the best movies of all time (but promises to give them a try), and answer questions from two quizzes Sofia thought up. One tests their knowledge on fantasy books and movies and the other determines if t…
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On the latest episode of Now, Appalachia, Eliot interviews poet Susan O'Dell Underwood about her latest collection titled SPLINTER. Susan O'Dell Underwood is a native of East Tennessee, where she has lived most of her life. She's the director of creative writing at Carson-Newman University. She has published one earlier collection, The Book of Awe …
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On the latest episode of Now, Appalachia, Eliot interviews author Michael Farris Smith about his latest novel SALVAGE THIS WORLD. Michael Farris Smith is an award-winning writer whose novels have appeared on Best of the Year lists with Esquire, NPR, Southern Living, Garden & Gun, Book Riot, and numerous other outlets, and have been named Indie Next…
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On the latest episode of Now, Appalachia, Eliot interviews author Russell Johnson about his latest crime thriller THE MOONSHINE MESSIAH: A MOUNTAINEER MYSTERY. Russell is a fiction writer and North Carolina attorney. His debut story, "Chung Ling Soo's Greatest Trick," was published by ​Ellery Queen Mystery Magazine in January 2015 and won the Edgar…
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On the latest episode of Now, Appalachia, Eliot interviews Ohio crime fiction author Andrew Welsh-Huggins about his latest thriller THE END OF THE ROAD. Andrew is a former reporter for the Associated Press, editor of “Columbus Noir” and author of the Andy Hayes detective series; “An Empty Grave,” the seventh book, was nominated for a Shamus Award i…
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On the latest episode of Now, Appalachia, Eliot interviews author Travis Rountree about his new book "Hillsville Remembered: Public Memory, Historical Silence, and Appalachia's Most Notorious Shoot-Out."Travis an assistant professor of English at Western Carolina University. His writings have appeared in North Carolina Folklore Journal, Appalachian…
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On the latest episode of Now, Appalachia, Eliot interviews suspense and thriller writer Trace Conger about his new book THE WICKED SIDE. Trace Conger is an award-winning author in the crime, thriller, and suspense genres. He writes the Connor Harding (Thriller) series and the Mr. Finn (PI) series. His Connor Harding series follows freelance “Mirage…
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On the latest episode of Now, Appalachia, Eliot interviews Affrilachian poet, educator, and children's book author Frank X. Walker about his latest children's book A IS FOR AFFRILACHIA. A native of Danville, Kentucky, Frank X Walker is the first African American writer to be named Kentucky Poet Laureate. Walker has published eleven collections of p…
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Sofia opens herself up to a raw examined look at an experience that Christ redeemed her from. Listen to Sofia encouraging others to give their lives to Christ and trusting Him with their worries and issues. By giving her inspiring story, Sofia lays open her heart in where she was in her trauma and how she finally trusted God with it, completely hea…
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On the latest episode of Now, Appalachia, Eliot speaks with historian Lindsay Chervinsky about the latest book she edited with Dr. Matthew Costello titled MOURNING THE PRESIDENTS: LOSS ANS LEGACY IN AMERICAN CULTURE. Lindsay is a Senior Fellow at the Center for Presidential Studies at Southern Methodist University and she teaches about the presiden…
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Dive into a lovely conversation between Sofia and USA Bestselling Author, Judy Corry! Sofia chats with Judy about her 18 sweet romances, which have captured many hearts, including Sofia's. Judy's inspirations, which romance she most relates to, and research strategies are all talked about while Sofia shares intimate details about her own life and h…
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On the latest episode of Now, Appalachia, Eliot speaks with editor and nonfiction author Wendy Welch about her latest book "Masks, Misinformation, and Making Do: Appalachian Health-Care Workers and the COVID-19 Pandemic." Wendy is the executive director of the Southwest Virginia Graduate Medical Education Consortium and the author, coauthor, or edi…
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Listen to Sofia take a fun quiz on which house she made it in, in the amazing Hogwarts castle! She is thrilled to find out her house and find her fellow compatriots within the Harry Potter world...and to finally prove she's not a Muggle! Go to her website here to her shownotes to follow the path she took to take the test, so you can find out which …
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On the latest episode of Now, Appalachia, Eliot interviews fiction author Ramona Reeves about her latest short story collection IT FALLS GENTLY ALL AROUND, winner of the 2022 True Heinz Literature Prize. Ramona grew up in Alabama. She has won the Nancy D. Hargrove Editors’ Prize and been an A Room of Her Own fellow and a resident at the Kimmel Nels…
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On the latest episode of Now, Appalachia, Eliot interviews author Mary Hazen Ynigues about her new book CHRISTMAS EVE IN THE MOUNTAIN STATE. Mary is a is a pun poet who believes in the moxie of the Mountain State! She served on Elkins City Council and earned two degrees in history with a thesis on an Appalachian Mine Wars community. Originally from…
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On the latest episode of Now, Appalachia, Eliot speaks with horror author Andy Davidson about his latest novel THE HOLLOW KIND. Andy is the Bram Stoker Award nominated author of In the Valley of the Sun and The Boatman's Daughter, which was listed among NPR's Best Books of 2020, the New York Public Library's Best Adult Books of the Year, and Librar…
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On the latest episode of Now, Appalachia, Eliot interviews poet Sara Moore Wagner about her latest collection HILLBILLY MADONNA. Sara is the author of Swan Wife (winner of the 2021 Cider Press Review Editor's Prize), a recipient of a 2022 Individual Excellence Award from the Ohio Arts Council, a 2021 National Poetry Series Finalist, and the recipie…
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In this episode, Sofia Talks about all of her reactions to celebrity news articles published in her favorite magazine, People, reviewing the magazine in a fresh and bright outlook. This is her first review of the People Magazine. She keeps God in mind as she reads the deets on new movies, books and news around the world. Join her in this lively, so…
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