Best SAGE Publishing Podcasts (2025)

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Special Reading of "Nannie's" by Lori C. Byington - A Story from "Christmas All Year Long" 23:40

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Send us a text 12-12-25 Bookmarked, Season 5 Special Reading of "Nannie's" by Lori C. Byington - A Story from "Christmas All Year Long" This week, Allison and Draco read the holiday story "Nannie's" by Lori C. Byington, which is featured in Jan-Carol Publishing's anthology, Christmas All Year Long: An Anthology of Holly Jolly Tales. The book can be…

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Poetry and Short Story Writing Tips, Plus New Submission Opportunities 20:42

3d ago20:42

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Send us a text 12-05-25 Bookmarked, Season 5 Poetry and Short Story Writing Tips, Plus New Submission Opportunities This week, Allison discusses the new submission guidelines for Tapestry Journal's upcoming January/February issue. The theme for this issue is "winter romance," and all of the guidelines can be found at this link. In addition, Allison…

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Episode 59: “The Woman in the Watchtower” by Susan Wyndham 35:57

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Cath and Annie take a deep dive into the brilliant, celebrated and mysterious life of Elizabeth Harrower, author of the 1960s Australian classic “The Watch Tower”. Cath first reviews Harrower’s most celebrated work and then Annie speaks to Harrower’s biographer, Susan Wyndham, about the enigmatic novelist's past to better understand the woman, her …

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Special Thanksgiving Reading of "Maggie the Cat Loves Pip's Thanksgiving Surprise" 40:32

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Send us a text 11-28-25 Bookmarked, Season 5 Special Thanksgiving Reading of "Maggie the Cat Loves Pip's Thanksgiving Surprise" This week, Allison and Draco do a special Thanksgiving reading of Julia Russo's children's book, Maggie the Cat Loves Pip's Thanksgiving Surprise. This is a sequel to Julia's other book, Maggie the Cat Who Came Home for Ch…

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Black Friday Sale! 24:11

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Send us a text 11-21-25 Bookmarked, Season 5 Black Friday Sale! This week, Allison and Draco discuss all the books that will be going on sale for Jan-Carol Publishing's upcoming Black Friday event. This sale will take place from Friday, November 28th to Monday, December 1st. You can find all the books mentioned in this video on JCP's website, janca…

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Previewing Tapestry Journal's November/December Issue! 16:09

21d ago16:09

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Send us a text 11-14-25 Bookmarked, Season 5 Previewing Tapestry Journal's November/December Issue! This week, Allison discusses the upcoming issue of Tapestry Journal: Indie Publishing, which is Jan-Carol Publishing's brand-new literary magazine. In this holiday-themed issue, you'll find short stories, poetry, photography and art, and more focusin…

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"Christmas All Year Long" - Our New Holiday Anthology! 16:59

28d ago16:59

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Send us a text 11-07-25 Bookmarked, Season 5 "Christmas All Year Long" - Our New Holiday Anthology! This week, Allison and Draco discuss Jan-Carol Publishing's brand-new holiday anthology collection, Christmas All Year Long: An Anthology of Holly Jolly Tales. You can purchase the short story collection at the link below! Chapter Markers Introductio…

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Episode 58: “A Great Act of Love” by Heather Rose + new publisher Aniko Press 37:31

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Drawing on her own family history for inspiration, Heather Rose delivers a compelling and heart rending saga of a father and daughter torn apart by a terrible crime. In “A Great Act of Love” Caroline Douglas carries her dark secret to the penal colony of Van Diemen’s Land to begin life anew - but can she escape her past; does she even want to? + It…

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A Reading of "The Thing About Epidemics" by Draco Sage 23:50

1M ago23:50

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Send us a text 10-31-25 Bookmarked, Season 5 A Reading of "The Thing About Epidemics" by Draco Sage Happy Halloween! This week, Allison and Draco read a spooky short story from These Haunted Hills: Book 5, called "The Thing About Epidemics" by Draco Sage. You can purchase These Haunted Hills: Book 5 at the link below! Chapter Markers Introductions …

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Halloween Reading Recommendations, and New JCP Releases! 21:13

1M ago21:13

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Send us a text 10-24-25 Bookmarked, Season 5 Halloween Reading Recommendations, and New JCP Releases! This week, Allison and Draco share some Halloween reading recommendations, as well as a few of JCP's brand-new releases. Book Links "Silence of the Bones" by Bev Freeman "The White Room" and "Mama's Boys" by Jeff Geiger Jr. "Trick-or-Treat, Noodle"…

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Making Money Real Part 2: Straight Talk on Student Loans 15:21

2M ago15:21

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Student loan debt is more than just a financial obligation—it’s a challenge that shapes careers, mental health, and long-term opportunities. In Part 2 of the Making Money Real series, "Straight Talk on Student Loans," Dr. Kristen Carioti, Dean of the School of Arts and Sciences at Mount Mary University, shares her expertise on navigating the comple…

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Making Money Real Part 3: Crypto & Investing Made Simple 21:56

2M ago21:56

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Investing can feel intimidating, but it’s a critical step toward financial independence. In the final episode of the Making Money Real series, Dr. Kristen Carioti, Dean of the School of Arts and Sciences at Mount Mary University, breaks down the fundamentals of investing. With her expertise in economics and passion for financial education, Dr. Cari…

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A Reading of "Scarily the Scarecrow" by Seldon V. Johnson Jr. 26:32

2M ago26:32

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Send us a text 10-17-25 Bookmarked, Season 5 A Reading of "Scarily the Scarecrow" by Seldon V. Johnson Jr. This week, Allison and Draco read Seldon V. Johnson Jr.'s children's book, Scarily the Scarecrow. The author unfortunately passed away before the book's release, but all the proceeds from the purchase of this book go to his daughter, Skylar. Y…

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Episode 57: “The Seeker and the Sage” by Brigid Delaney + “The Pacific Tale” by Mandy Treagus 40:57

2M ago40:57

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In “The Seeker and the Sage” a traumatised journalist is given a dream assignment - track down the mayor of a mysterious town whose citizens are the happiest people on Earth. She wants to learn how to live a good life but the town’s mayor wants to protect his dominion from the modern world. In what is an allegory for our times; Delaney poses the qu…

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A Reading of "Susie's Day at the Farm," Plus Tapestry Journal's New Submission Guidelines 20:11

2M ago20:11

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Send us a text 10-10-25 Bookmarked, Season 5 A Reading of "Susie's Day at the Farm," Plus Tapestry Journal's New Submission Guidelines This week, Allison and Draco read Patrice Wilkerson's new children's book, Susie's Day at the Farm. Then, they reveal the new submission guidelines for Tapestry Journal's upcoming November/December issue. You can pu…

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Tips on "Submission Etiquette" from an Editor 21:26

2M ago21:26

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Send us a text 10-03-25 Bookmarked, Season 5 Tips on "Submission Etiquette" from an Editor This week, Allison sits down to talk all about "submission etiquette." Our inaugural issue of Tapestry Journal: Indie Publishing is now available at the link below. Be sure to check it out! Also, the new submission guidelines for our upcoming November/Decembe…

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Publisher and Marketing Director Discuss Realities of Publishing 17:18

2M ago17:18

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Send us a text 9-26-25 Bookmarked, Season 5 Publisher and Marketing Director Discuss Realities of Publishing To kick off season 5 of Bookmarked, Janie (JCP's publisher) and Draco (JCP's marketing/communications director) sit down for a very special episode to talk all about the realities of book publishing. Also, our inaugural issue of Tapestry Jou…

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A Spooky Reading of "The Ringing of the Bell" by Jan Howery 23:00

3M ago23:00

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Send us a text 9-19-25 Bookmarked, Season 4 A Spooky Reading of "The Ringing of the Bell" by Jan Howery This week, Allison and Draco read the spooky short story "The Ringing of the Bell" by Jan Howery from These Haunted Hills: Book 6. You can purchase These Haunted Hills: Books 6 and 7 at the links below! Chapter Markers Janie's introduction [0:00]…

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Episode 56: “The Slip” by Miriam Webster + a chat with new publishing duo “Pink Shorts” 43:35

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Miriam Webster makes her literary debut with a sharp, funny and often dark collection of short stories about love, loss and very modern dilemmas. With an eye for what isn’t said and that which is said by accident, the collection is named for the Freudian slip. + New publishers on the block, Margot Lloyd and Emily Hart, are publishing exciting debut…

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Latest JCP Releases, Perfect for Gift-Giving Season! 16:37

3M ago16:37

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Send us a text 9-12-25 Bookmarked, Season 4 Latest JCP Releases, Perfect for Gift-Giving Season! This week, Draco and Allison discuss the latest releases from Jan-Carol Publishing. These books would make perfect gifts for the upcoming holiday season! It's never too early to start shopping for the holidays! Links can be found below. Chapter Markers …

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Celebrating 100 Episodes of Bookmarked! 18:09

3M ago18:09

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Send us a text 9-05-25 Bookmarked, Season 4 Celebrating 100 Episodes of Bookmarked! This week, Allison and Draco celebrate the exciting milestone of publishing 100 episodes of Bookmarked by discussing their favorite episodes throughout the years. They also preview JCP's upcoming first issue of Tapestry Journal: Indie Publishing. Chapter Markers Jan…

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Interview with Mary Ellen Miller, Author of "Fill the Dam Thing Up!" 27:19

3M ago27:19

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Send us a text 8-29-25 Bookmarked, Season 4 Interview with Mary Ellen Miller, Author of "Fill the Dam Thing Up!" This week, Draco interviews author Mary Ellen Miller about her book, Fill the Dam Thing Up!: Building Connections: Communicating Throughout the Lifecycle of Infrastructure Projects. You can find the link to Mary Ellen's book below, and b…

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Interview with Mary Woodside, Writer and Historian Featured in "These Haunted Hills: Book 7" 17:44

4M ago17:44

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Send us a text 8-22-25 Bookmarked, Season 4 Interview with Mary Woodside, Writer and Historian Featured in "These Haunted Hills: Book 7" This week, Allison interviews Mary Woodside, a talented writer and historian who is featured in Jan-Carol Publishing's These Haunted Hills: Book 7. If you want to connect with Mary and chat about her stories, you …

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Recap of "These Haunted Hills" Over the Years, Plus Several Spooky Readings 22:39

4M ago22:39

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Send us a text 8-15-25 Bookmarked, Season 4 Recap of "These Haunted Hills" Over the Years, Plus Several Spooky Readings This week, Allison and Draco recap the seven installments of Jan-Carol Publishing's fall-themed short story collection, These Haunted Hills. They also read from several of the spooky short stories featured in the series. You can f…

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Episode 55: “The Oasis” by Anne Buist & Graeme Simsion + “The Body Next Door” by Zane Lovitt 45:02

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Since shooting to fame with “The Rosie Project”, Graeme Simsion has formed a successful writing partnership with his psychiatrist wife, Anne Buist. Here they share with Annie why the mental health system provides such fertile ground for their creativity, the change they hope to see in that world…and the nuts and bolts of working together. + Can a m…

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Reading "Some Jeeps" by Jon Arnold, Plus New Submission Opportunities for "Tapestry Journal" 17:51

4M ago17:51

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By Jan-Carol Publishing, INC.

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Interview with Jessica Brimer, Author of "Messy Bookshop Mysteries" 22:02

4M ago22:02

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Send us a text 8-01-25 Bookmarked, Season 4 Interview with Jessica Brimer, Author of "Messy Bookshop Mysteries" This week, Allison interviews a returning guest, mystery author Jessica Brimer. Jessica is behind the best-selling series Messy Bookshop Mysteries, and she has also been featured in several installments of Jan-Carol Publishing's Halloween…

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Interview with George Bove, Author of "The Little Orange T" and "Rocky's Top Tennessee Wish" 29:18

4M ago29:18

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Send us a text 7-25-25 Bookmarked, Season 4 Interview with George Bove, Author of "The Little Orange T" and "Rocky's Top Tennessee Wish" This week, Draco interviews children's book author George Bove about his series, The Little Orange T, as well as his upcoming release, Rocky's Top Tennessee Wish. Check out George's first two books at the links be…

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Announcing "Tapestry Journal," Our New Literary Magazine! 18:42

5M ago18:42

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Send us a text 7-18-25 Bookmarked, Season 4 Announcing "Tapestry Journal," Our New Literary Magazine! This week, we are talking all about our new literary magazine, Tapestry Journal: Indie Publishing. We are so excited to finally give some details about our upcoming project! The first issue will come out in September, and there are lots of submissi…

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Episode 54: “Chinese Postman” by Brian Castro + “Reunion” by Bronwyn Rivers 38:53

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Brian Castro's “The Chinese Postman” is a meditation on old age with a central character whose life mirrors his own. The story strays into fiction when the protagonist, Abe Quin, begins a correspondence with a woman seeking refuge from the war in Ukraine. This acclaimed work of autofiction is short-listed for this year’s Miles Franklin Award. + In …

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Special Summerween Reading of "Trick-or-Treat, Noodle" by Monica Riley Kohler 15:32

5M ago15:32

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Send us a text 7-11-25 Bookmarked, Season 4 Special Summerween Reading of "Trick-or-Treat, Noodle" by Monica Riley Kohler This week, we have a special episode in honor of Summerween! Allison and Draco read Trick-or-Treat, Noodle, a children's book by Monica Riley Kohler and illustrated by Deborah Riley Bocklage. Monica and Deborah are a niece and a…

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Discussing Dr. Guy V. Briggs' Book, "Favorite Song Journeys: What Your Treasured Songs Can Do For You!" 22:12

5M ago22:12

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Send us a text 7-04-25 Bookmarked, Season 4 Discussing Dr. Guy V. Briggs' Book, "Favorite Song Journeys: What Your Treasured Songs Can Do For You!" This week, Allison and Draco discuss author Dr. Guy V. Briggs and his book, Favorite Song Journeys: What Your Treasured Songs Can Do For You! You can order Dr. Briggs' book at the link below! Chapter Ma…

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Interview with Jon Arnold, New Author of Children's Book "Some Jeeps" 16:15

6M ago16:15

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Send us a text 6-27-25 Bookmarked, Season 4 Interview with Jon Arnold, New Author of Children's Book "Some Jeeps" This week, Draco interviews brand-new author Jon Arnold. Jon's children's book, Some Jeeps, is an entertaining read that teaches kids all about Jeeps. Jon's book is available to pre-order through his website, somejeeps.com. You can also…

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Special Reading of "Misty, The Lonely Mermaid" by JeanAnn Taylor 31:39

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Send us a text 6-20-25 Bookmarked, Season 4 Special Reading of "Misty, The Lonely Mermaid" by JeanAnn Taylor This week is a very special episode! Allison and Draco read Misty, The Lonely Mermaid, a chapter book from JeanAnn Taylor. To find the link to this book and buy it for yourself, see below! This is a wonderful chapter book with beautiful illu…

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Episode 53: “Landfall” by James Bradley & “Panic” by Catherine Jinx 38:03

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James Bradley introduces his latest novel; one of crime in a time of climate crisis. The desperate search for a missing child is set against a terrifying Sydney of the future, where sea levels are rising with the temperature and the social divide has become a chasm. + Catherine Jinks, known for her children’s fiction, has turned her deft writer's h…

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Discussing New Book "Our Blood Runs Black" by Marsha Self and Rebecca White 17:31

6M ago17:31

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Send us a text 6-13-25 Bookmarked, Season 4 Discussing New Book "Our Blood Runs Black" by Marsha Self and Rebecca White This week, Allison discusses the upcoming release Our Blood Runs Black by authors Marsha Sutherland Self and Rebecca Riner White. This book is a true story about the McClure #1 Mine Explosion. You can pre-order the book at the lin…

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Interview with Kristen Johnson, Author of the "Valaraii Rising" Fantasy Trilogy 26:43

6M ago26:43

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Send us a text 6-06-25 Bookmarked, Season 4 Interview with Kristen Johnson, Author of the "Valaraii Rising" Fantasy Trilogy This week, Allison interviews a returning guest, author Kristen Johnson. She's here to talk all about the second novel in her fantasy trilogy, Valaraii Rising, which is called The Lost. This book will become available to pre-o…

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Chatting About Kathleen M. Jacobs' Books 19:49

6M ago19:49

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Send us a text 5-30-25 Bookmarked, Season 4 Chatting About Kathleen M. Jacobs' Books This week, Allison and Draco discuss the vast publications of author Kathleen M. Jacobs, including her new release, The Harboring & Other Stories, which is Kathleen's first short story collection. The links to all of Kathy's books can be found below in the descript…

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Writing Tips for "These Haunted Hills: Book 7" Submissions 19:51

7M ago19:51

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By Jan-Carol Publishing, INC.

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Minisode 52.5: Kate Grenville and her new book “Unsettled” 18:57

7M ago18:57

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Kate Grenville is best known for her book “The Secret River” published in 2005 which became an analogy for white settlement of Australia. More than two decades on, and following the defeat of the Voice referendum, Grenville has taken another journey through that same country which her ancestors settled, resulting in her latest book, “Unsettled”. In…

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Summer Reading Recommendations! 20:54

7M ago20:54

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By Jan-Carol Publishing, INC.

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Discussing the Books of Carol Ann Patterson Boyles-Jernigan 19:00

7M ago19:00

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By Jan-Carol Publishing, INC.

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Interview with Daryll Simcox, Author of Thrilling Sequel "Under Watchful Eyes" 21:52

7M ago21:52

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By Jan-Carol Publishing, INC.

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Episode 52: “Delirious” by Damien Wilkins + how to style a second hand bookshop 41:59

8M ago41:59

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Cath discovers the people in Damien Wilkins’ life who inspired his latest novel, “Delirious”. It’s an emotionally powerful novel about families, ageing and the surprising ways second chances come around. + Annie visits Orchard Books in the Adelaide Arcade where she receives a masterclass in styling a warm, inviting and delightfully idiosyncratic se…

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Special Reading of "Piddle Diddle, the Widdle Penguin, and the Synchronous Fireflies of the Great Smoky Mountains" 18:34

8M ago18:34

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By Jan-Carol Publishing, INC.

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Interview with Jocelyn M. Lacey, Author of "Michael's Journey from Caterpillar to Butterfly" 24:59

8M ago24:59

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By Jan-Carol Publishing, INC.

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Interview with Patrice Wilkerson, Author of "My Favorite Season is Spring" 20:55

8M ago20:55

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By Jan-Carol Publishing, INC.

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Spring Reading Recommendations! 19:22

9M ago19:22

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By Jan-Carol Publishing, INC.

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PR in the Age of AI: Keeping it Human 25:59

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How does AI fit into a profession as deeply human-centric as public relations? Valerie Fields, a leading expert with 30 years of industry and teaching experience, breaks down how AI is reshaping PR— from drafting press releases in seconds to navigating AI-driven crises—while sharing strategies to prepare students for a field where human creativity,…

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Making Money Real Part 1: Foundations of Financial Literacy 26:21

9M ago26:21

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Bring fresh perspectives on financial literacy into your classroom. Sage author and personal finance expert Kristen Carioti shares practical methods for teaching budgeting, saving, and investing in ways that connect with students. This conversation offers innovative tools, real-life examples, and strategies to engage diverse learners. Whether you w…

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