Best Gothic Thriller Podcasts (2024)

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Former CIA intelligence officer Taylor Moore and his new book COLD TRAIL. 1:07:01

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Join hosts J.D. Barker, Christine Daigle, Kevin Tumlinson, and Jena Brown as they discuss the week's entertainment news, including TikTok, Audible's AI voice replica service, and James Blatch's new podcast. Then, stick around for a chat with Taylor Moore! Taylor Moore - "I’m often asked how I ended up at the CIA, a question to which there are more …

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Saving Christmas with Author Dr. Roger Leslie on Book Lights 31:00

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Dr. Roger Leslie is a scholar in the fields of success and education. Through major literary houses, medium and small presses, and his own publishing house, Leslie has published fiction and nonfiction books in multiple genres: historical fiction, inspirational self-help, spirituality, writing and publishing, movie reference, teaching and librarians…

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Ep. 80 - Real-Time Reactions: 4 Popular Witchy Books | Cozy Fantasy & Spooky YA 1:56:49

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With fall just around the corner and Spooky Season approaching, I was in the mood for some popular witchy reads. I picked a mix of books, ranging from cozy fantasy to horror fantasy and young adult (YA) teen drama. Since I’m still fairly new to the witchy genre, I’m just starting to explore it. Come find out the titles I’ve chosen for this real-tim…

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Writers, Ink Podcast: Episode 259 — The truth behind writing True Crime with bestseller, Stella Sands. 1:04:39

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Join hosts J.D. Barker, Christine Daigle, Kevin Tumlinson, and Jena Brown as they discuss the week's entertainment news, including Canva, AI, and The Black List. Then, stick around for a chat with Stella Sands! Stella Sands is the bestselling author of six true-crime books: Baby-Faced Butchers, The Dating Game Killer, Behind the Mask, Murder at Yal…

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Ep. 79 - Real-Time Reactions: The Twilight Saga by Stephanie Meyer: Book 1 - Twilight 49:34

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I'm starting a NEW series where I react to books in real time! It's FINALLY time to read the popular Twilight Saga. I know I'm about 20 years late to the party and have seen all the movies, but I'm ready to dive into the books to see what all the hype is about. Here are my real-time thoughts and opinions as I read this first book in the series. Enj…

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4 True Life Horror Stories Will Make You Sleep With the Lights On 18:31

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Prepare yourself for a spine-chilling experience with these 4 true life horror stories that will give you nightmares. In this video, we delve into some of the most terrifying real-life accounts that will leave you questioning reality and checking under your bed. From haunted houses to eerie encounters, each story is guaranteed to keep you on the ed…

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Publishing on an Amazon imprint with USA Today bestseller, Ann Garvin. 1:06:55

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Join hosts J.D. Barker, Christine Daigle, Kevin Tumlinson, and Jena Brown as they discuss the week's entertainment news, including Len Riggio, a new bookstore map, and Jack Ryan. Then, stick around for a chat with Ann Garvin! Ann Garvin, Ph.D. is the USA Today Bestselling author and finalist for the Thomas Wolf Fiction Prize. She is the author of s…

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Ep. 78 - 10 Books with Dark Academia & Gothic Vibes | September TBR Book List 38:54

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Spooky Season is upon us, and I’m ready to dive into some books to celebrate this special time of year. Come find out the 10 books with dark academia and gothic vibes that I’m planning to read. *Please note that this is NOT a recommendation list. I have not read any of these books yet, but they all sound interesting to me, so I'm excited to read th…

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Ep. 77 - Recent Reads: Mystery & Thriller Books - Part 1 | New Releases & Summer Thrillers 1:07:50

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I was able to get my hands on some brand-new releases as well as a few summer thrillers. Come find out what I thought about these eight mystery & thriller books. You can find the companion blog here. Books I Review in This Episode: Mister Magic by Kiersten White One Perfect Couple by Ruth Ware Things We Do in the Dark by Jennifer Hillier The Only S…

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Writing a high concept thriller novel with international bestseller, S.B. Caves. 1:05:25

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Join hosts J.D. Barker, Christine Daigle, Kevin Tumlinson, and Jena Brown as they discuss the week's entertainment news, including Sherryl Clark's Amazon deal, Anthropic's AI lawsuit, and ElevenLabs' new app. Then, stick around for a chat with S.B. Caves! Born and raised in North London, S.B. Caves is the international bestselling author of A Kille…

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Mysteries with a paranormal twist with Author Lauren Thoman on Book Lights 31:00

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Lauren Thoman writes speculative fiction for teens and adults. Her debut novel, I'll Stop the World, was selected for publication in 2023 by six-time Emmy nominee Mindy Kaling through her eponymous imprint, Mindy's Book Studio. Lauren's pop culture writing has also appeared in numerous online outlets including Parade and Vulture. Lauren lives outsi…

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Betrayal Road with #1 NYT Best Seller Christine Feehan on Book Lights 43:00

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Christine Feehan is a #1 New York Times bestselling author, with 83 published works in seven different series: Dark Series, GhostWalker Series, Leopard Series, Drake Sisters Series, Sea Haven Series, Shadow Series, and Torpedo Ink Series. All seven of her series have hit the #1 spot on the New York Times bestseller list. Judgment Road, the first bo…

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Getting Gothic with Author and Musician Aurelio Voltaire on Book Lights 35:00

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Born in Havana and raised in New Jersey, Aurelio Voltaire’s boyhood fascination with horror movies blossomed into a teenage taste for the moody music of British rock bands including Siouxsie and the Banshees, Bauhaus, and the Cure. Aurelio worked for years in stop-motion animation, a career that led to gigs with MTV, Nickelodeon, and Syfy, and to b…

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Writing a locked-room mystery on a thousand acres with #1 NYT bestseller, Karin Slaughter. 1:04:32

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Join hosts J.D. Barker, Christine Daigle, Kevin Tumlinson, and Jena Brown as they discuss the week's entertainment news. Then, stick around for a chat with Karin Slaughter! Karin Slaughter is one of the world's most popular and acclaimed storytellers. She is the author of more than twenty instant New York Times bestselling novels, including the Edg…

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Unbelievable But True: 5 Terrifying Reddit Tales | Let's Not Meet 15:23

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Unbelievable but True: 5 Terrifying Reddit Tales | Let's Not Meet 😱 Are you brave enough to delve into the depths of the internet's darkest corners? Prepare to be chilled to the bone as we uncover five mind-boggling "Let's Not Meet" stories straight from Reddit. These aren't just your average creepy tales; they're real-life encounters that will lea…

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Writing a gothic thriller based on a real historical figure with L.S. Stratton 1:01:03

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Join hosts J.D. Barker, Kevin Tumlinson, and Jena Brown as they discuss the week's entertainment news, including identity verification for KDP authors and Spiracle's ‘Audiobook in a Card.' Then, stick around for a chat with L.S. Stratton! L.S. Stratton is an NAACP Image Award-nominated author and former crime newspaper reporter who has written more…

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Myths & Outlaws with #1 NYT Best Seller Sherrilyn Kenyon on Book Lights 32:00

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Defying all odds is what #1 New York Times and international bestselling author Sherrilyn McQueen writing as Sherrilyn Kenyon does best. Rising from extreme poverty as a child that culminated in being a homeless mother with an infant, she has become one of the most popular and influential authors in the world (in both adult and YA fiction), with de…

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3 True Life Horror Stories Will Make You Sleep With the Lights On 17:20

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Prepare yourself for a spine-chilling experience with these 5 true life horror stories that will give you nightmares. In this video, we delve into some of the most terrifying real-life accounts that will leave you questioning reality and checking under your bed. From haunted houses to eerie encounters, each story is guaranteed to keep you on the ed…

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Sophie Brickman explains how she wrote an epistolary novel with emails, group chats, texts, and other documents. 56:24

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Join hosts J.D. Barker, Christine Daigle, Kevin Tumlinson, and Jena Brown as they discuss the week's entertainment news, including SPF podcast shutting down, why X is under pressure from regulators, and how Instagram starts letting people create AI versions of themselves. Then, stick around for a chat with Sophie Brickman! Sophie Brickman is a writ…

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Ep. 76 - 12 Highly Anticipated Historical Fiction Books I Want to Read 34:51

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I’ve been reading a lot of mystery & thrillers, fantasy, and contemporary romance books lately. So now, I’m ready to change things up and go back in time with some historical fiction books I’ve wanted to read. Come find out 12 highly anticipated novels I’m excited to read this month. *Please note that this is NOT a recommendation list. I have not r…

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Scary True Let's Not Meet Stories from Reddit - Real Life Horror! 21:05

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In this spine-tingling episode, we delve into the world of the unknown with "Scary True Let's Not Meet Stories from Reddit." Brace yourself for a journey through real-life horror as we recount encounters that will send shivers down your spine. From unexpected run-ins with the eerie to chilling tales of survival, these Reddit stories are sure to kee…

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Writers, Ink Podcast: Episode 253 — #1 NYT bestseller Daniel Silva explains how he keeps the story fresh with book 24 of his Gabriel Allon series. 1:08:22

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Join hosts J.D. Barker, Christine Daigle, Kevin Tumlinson, and Jena Brown as they discuss the week's entertainment news, including: Hugo awards organizers reveal thousands were spent on fraudulent votes to help one writer win; Orbit, a division of Hachette Book Group, announced the launch of Run for It; and HarperAlley, the graphic novel imprint at…

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Episode 12: The Ascendance of Arcturix 1:15:14

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In this Season Finale, the existing high caprine drama collides with the imagination and practical skills of a little brother on the move. Will all the rising action be wrapped up? No, listeners, we are still in the middle of our saga, but this double episode will settle some questions and hopefully, leave you in bleeting eagerness for Season Two. …

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Ep. 75 - 10 New Releases in Late Summer & Early Fall - ARCS I’m Approved to Read 31:51

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I have more ARCs (advanced reader copies) to read and review via NetGalley. I’m super excited about these upcoming new releases, so I thought I’d share my 10 most highly anticipated books coming out in late summer and early fall. Come find out what I’ll be reading so I can let you know if they are worth your time or not. You can find the companion …

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Ep. 74 - April 2024 Reading Wrap-Up | A Solid Month as I Moved Across the Country 57:59

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Even though I moved over 1,300 miles across the country in April, I still read a good amount of books. Come find out what I thought about these nine titles. You can find the companion blog here. I read a Historical Romance book as part of the #ReadChristianRomance Reading Challenge that one of my favorite BookTubers is hosting. If you want to learn…

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Four novels in, Katherine Wood explains why she dropped her pen name and went with her authentic self on her new book. 1:04:13

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Join hosts J.D. Barker, Christine Daigle, Kevin Tumlinson, and Jena Brown as they discuss the week's entertainment news, including: "CCC Announces Collective Solution for Internal AI Licenses," "Audible Rolls Out New Royalty Plan," and "Hachette Reorgs Workman, Moves Algonquin into Little, Brown." Then, stick around for a chat with Katherine Wood! …

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Stay Up All Night: 25 Minutes of Real Life True Horror/Scary Stories 24:58

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Prepare yourself for a spine-chilling experience with these 5 true life horror stories that will give you nightmares. In this video, we delve into some of the most terrifying real-life accounts that will leave you questioning reality and checking under your bed. From haunted houses to eerie encounters, each story is guaranteed to keep you on the ed…

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Prepare yourself for a spine-chilling experience with these 5 true life horror stories that will give you nightmares. In this video, we delve into some of the most terrifying real-life accounts that will leave you questioning reality and checking under your bed. From haunted houses to eerie encounters, each story is guaranteed to keep you on the ed…

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UK#1 Bestselling author Peter James explains why he locked himself in a coffin and drove a train to improve his prose. 1:08:03

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Join hosts J.D. Barker, Christine Daigle, Kevin Tumlinson, and Jena Brown as they discuss the week's entertainment news, including Random House Publishing Group acquiring Boom! Studios, WIPO launching a toolkit for authors and publishers, and TikTok’s AI Chatbot called Genie. Then, stick around for a chat with Peter James! Peter James is a UK No.1 …

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True Stories of Spine-Tingling Encounters - To Whatever Took Me, Let’s Not Meet EVER AGIN 21:01

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Join Mr. Brooks, the master of the macabre, as he delves into the darkest corners of human imagination and shares some of the most terrifying tales ever told. From classic horror literature to contemporary urban legends, Mr. Brooks selects the most chilling stories and narrates them with a spine-tingling intensity that will leave you sleepless and …

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Marilyn Monroe, Murder, and the Mob with Thriller Author Lori Roy on Book Lights 31:00

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Lori Roy is the author of six novels, including her upcoming novel, LAKE COUNTY (6/1/24). Her debut, BENT ROAD, was awarded the Edgar Allen Poe Award for Best First Novel by an American Author. She went on to receive the 2016 Edgar Allen Poe Award for Best Novel, making Lori the first woman to receive an Edgar Award for both Best First Novel and Be…

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Kelsea Yu - Words are never wasted when writing a novel 59:50

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Join hosts J.D. Barker, Christine Daigle, Kevin Tumlinson, and Jena Brown as they discuss the week's entertainment news, including controlled digital lending, The 'Wall Street Journal' dropping its bestseller lists, a Kindle Vella contest, and TikTok lifting Kindle sales. Then, stick around for a chat with Kelsea Yu! Kelsea Yu is a Taiwanese Chines…

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Ep. 73 - 2024 Mid-Year Freak-Out Book Tag | Best & Worst Books of the Year So Far 50:26

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We are already halfway through the reading year, so I’m doing the ultra-popular mid-year freakout book tag. I will talk about the good, the bad, and the surprising. Come find out which books I’ve deemed the best and worst of the year so far. You can find the companion blog here. Mid-Year Freak-Out Book Tag Questions: Best Books of 2024 So Far Best …

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Stay Up All Night: 45 Minutes of Real Life True Horror/Scary Stories 25:35

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Prepare yourself for a spine-chilling experience with these 5 true life horror stories that will give you nightmares. In this video, we delve into some of the most terrifying real-life accounts that will leave you questioning reality and checking under your bed. From haunted houses to eerie encounters, each story is guaranteed to keep you on the ed…

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Ep. 72 - 12 Books Perfect for Summerween & Christmas in July 36:24

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I’m mixing up my summer reading list by adding two holidays to celebrate a little early. I’ll be reading some spooky books in honor of Summerween, and then I’ll also be reading some holiday books in honor of Christmas in July. Come find out the stories that I’ve chosen to read this month. *Please note that this is NOT a recommendation list. I have …

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Episode 11: Everybody Loves Farmer Boy 46:10

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In which some go totally Crackergoat, and some tell our Farmer Boy how they really feel. Featuring an epic showdown between Sawyer, champion of the underdog, and Scott, the guy who can't be fussed to pick the soul of the underdog out of the cracks in his $900 sneakers. Thanks as always to Ursula Buker, Gabriel Alden, Caleb Alden, Johnny Buker, Erin…

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You never forget your first death threat. Writing 80s fiction with Snowden Wright. 1:03:29

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Join hosts J.D. Barker, Christine Daigle, Kevin Tumlinson, and Jena Brown as they discuss the week's entertainment news, including how an agent was fired over Twitter posts, some actual Amazon book sales data, Shopify adding sellers to its third-party marketplace, and how ElevenLabs just launched its iOS app. Then, stick around for a chat with Snow…

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5 True Life Horror Stories Will Make You Sleep With the Lights On 55:50

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Prepare yourself for a spine-chilling experience with these 5 true life horror stories that will give you nightmares. In this video, we delve into some of the most terrifying real-life accounts that will leave you questioning reality and checking under your bed. From haunted houses to eerie encounters, each story is guaranteed to keep you on the ed…

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Scary True Let's Not Meet Stories from Reddit: Real Life Horror Experiences! 21:02

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In this episode, we're diving into some of the most terrifying true encounters shared on Reddit. These "Scary True Let's Not Meet Stories from Reddit - Real Life Horror!" will send chills down your spine and make you question the safety of everyday situations. From eerie encounters with strangers to horrifying incidents that defy explanation, these…

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Ep. 71 - March 2024 Reading Wrap-Up | I Read a Whopping 35 Titles! 1:07:18

3M ago1:07:18

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March was a huge reading month with lots of titles! I participated in Middle Grade March, got a couple of Irish books read in honor of St. Patrick’s Day, and marked a few highly anticipated books off my list. Come find out what I thought about all of these books. You can find the companion blog here for the nine adult books. I read a Historical Rom…

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Echo Road with Authors Kendra Elliot and Melinda Leigh on Book Lights 31:00

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Kendra Elliot has sold twelve million books, hit the Wall Street Journal top ten bestseller list more than a dozen times, and is a three time winner of the Daphne du Maurier award. She is an International Thriller Writers' finalist and a Romantic Times finalist. She grew up in the lush Pacific Northwest but now spends most of her time on a warm bea…

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The important of voice with NYT Bestseller Ace Atkins. 1:10:01

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Join hosts J.D. Barker, Christine Daigle, Kevin Tumlinson, and Jena Brown as they discuss the week's entertainment news, including Barnes & Noble purchasing Tattered Cover, how you can read classics with A.I. guides, Saturday Books' new launch, and how authors seek help to plug their own books. Then, stick around for a chat with Ace Atkins! Ace Atk…

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Ep. 70 - 16 Books Perfect for Summer & Beach Reads 54:39

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It's officially summer!! The weather is heating up, and so are the summer book lists! It's the perfect time to pick up a seasonal book or a breezy beach read to get you in the summer spirit. I've curated 16 fantastic books across various genres that are perfect for summertime. Come find out what I'll be reading during these hot months! *Please note…

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Twists and Turns and Unsolved Murders with Author Kara Thomas on Book Lights 31:00

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Kara Thomas is the author of the YA novels The Darkest Corners, Little Monsters, The Cheerleaders, That Weekend, and The Champions, as well as the adult novels Out of the Ashes and Lost to Dune Road. She lives on Long Island with her husband, son, and rescue cat, where she spends way too much time on Reddit Unresolved Mysteries trying to solve cold…

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How well do you know your spouse? Bestselling author, Kimberly Belle, explains why marital secrets make such great novels. 59:13

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Join hosts J.D. Barker, Christine Daigle, Kevin Tumlinson, and Jena Brown as they discuss the week's entertainment news, including The New List, Little and Brown hitting layoffs, and how English-Language books are filling Europe’s bookstores. Then, stick around for a chat with Kimberly Belle! Kimberly Belle is the USA Today and internationally best…

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Episode 10: There's a Gate In The Floor 41:23

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In which the dangers lurking in the barn begin to reveal themselves. And family dinner gets heated when the new neighbor drops by to borrow some hay. Thanks as always to Ursula Buker, Gabriel Alden, Caleb Alden, Johnny Buker, Erin Alden, Courtney Lyons, the musicians of the Electric Unicorn sessions, and the Steam Brass Band for their ongoing excel…

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Swashbuckling Fantasy with Author Sebastien de Castell on Book Lights 31:00

3M ago31:00

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Sebastien de Castell had just finished a degree in Archaeology when he started work on his first dig. Four hours later he realized how much he actually hated archaeology and left to pursue a very focused career as a musician, ombudsman, interaction designer, fight choreographer, teacher, project manager, actor, and product strategist. In one way or…

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How to write a reliable unreliable narrator with bestselling author, Carol LaHines. 1:03:16

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Join hosts J.D. Barker, Christine Daigle, Kevin Tumlinson, and Dick Wybrow as they discuss the week's entertainment news, including the Romance Writers of America filing for bankruptcy, Polis Books, and how Costco plans to stop selling books year round. Then, stick around for a chat with Carol LaHines! Carol LaHines: For me, the most affecting stor…

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Going back in time with historical fiction author Donna D Conrad on Book Lights 31:00

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Donna Conrad is an award-winning author, journalist, activist, and teacher. Her core values revolve around the concept of individual empowerment, a sustaining ideal running through the books she writes. She is a multi-genre author with books published in historical fiction and memoir. Her first book, "House of the Moon: Surviving the Sixties," is a…

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Ellery Lloyd - Writing hit fiction with husband and wife team, Collette Lyons and Paul Vlitos. 1:04:31

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Join hosts J.D. Barker, Christine Daigle, Jena Brown, and Kevin Tumlinson as they discuss the week's entertainment news, including the Amazon Audible Audiobook Antitrust, Microsoft’s AI deal with UAE, the 2024 U.S. Book Show, and Beventi. Then, stick around for a chat with Ellery Lloyd! Ellery Lloyd – Collette Lyons and Paul Vlitos Collette Lyons i…

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