Alzabo Soup is a literary analysis podcast where we literally become our favorite authors by devouring portions of their brains. We do chapter-by-chapter analysis of our favorite speculative fiction, researching the details and discussing the implications.
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Book Characters Podcasts
The official podcast of PB Squamer and Steven Walker.
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Welcome to the Curious about Screenwriting Podcast where you'll enjoy listening to fascinating film industry guests who share their insights on how you can take your screenwriting career to the next level.
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Sippin' on Spice Book Podcast - Fantasy & Romance Book Chat - where two friends, Jordan and Sheridan, gather every Thursday, bringing you the best in fantasy romance books and contemporary love stories. Expect spoiler-free and spoiler-filled reviews, hot tropes (enemies to lovers, opposties attractm and more), listener recs and bookish banter. Perfect for anyone who loves swoony stories, strong friendship vibes, and who wants to find their next book obsession. Each episode feels like a cozy ...
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Two friends, Amy Watson & Sarah Ullrich, understand the need to continue the conversation after completing a really great book that you didn't want to end. You know that feeling you get when you finish a good book, and you simply can't move on? Find yourself needing just a little more? This multi-trope romance podcast gives you the opportunity to dig deeper with us into books we love as we discuss all the reasons we can't move on.
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Audio essays by cartoonist Jerzy Drozd
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We are a book review podcast where we will be talking books, drinking wine and having a sloppy good time.
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Interviews with my favorite book characters.
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Each week, co-hosts, Alida Winternheimer, author and writing coach at Word Essential, and Kathryn Arnold, emerging writer, have conversations about the craft of writing fiction. They bring diverse experiences and talents to the table from both the traditional and indie worlds. Our goal is for each episode to be a fun, lively discussion of some aspect of story craft that enlightens, as well as entertains. Sometimes we have special guests. All episodes are available in video as well. Visit www ...
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If it's about comics, we're just the kinda characters to bring it to you. Comic Book Characters brings you the biggest and best weekly news for all things comics! With an emphasis on movie reviews, casting news, and trailers, CBC aims to fill your ears with entertaining anecdotes and relevant information. You want in? Join the CBC Universe! Let's do this!
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Hosts Aileen Kirk and Nicole Madden love combing through works of fiction, picking out their favorite characters and plopping them into reimagined scenarios and hypothetical situations. Utilizing games, Would You Rather quizzes and a healthy amount of conjecture, Aileen and Nicole dig deep into the subject du jour, unearthing a new appreciation for every single hottie with a body. So buckle up, grab a snack and get ready because on Hear Me Out, all your fictional faves are fair game.
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Weâre a podcast for anyone who writes. Every week we talk to writers about their writing journeys and techniques, from early career debuts to self-publishers and narrative designers. Weâve featured Margaret Atwood, Jackie Kay, Sara Collins, Antti Tuomainen, Val McDermid, Sarah Perry, Elif Shafak and many more! The Writing Life is produced by the National Centre for Writing at Dragon Hall in Norwich.
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Simon (Stuck in a Book) and Rachel (Book Snob) debate the difficult decisions of books and reading.
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This podcast series explores the lives of your favorite story book characters, their secrets, their specialties and advice on how they live life to the fullest. Tune in and enjoy these fun and sometimes silly recordings.
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Dpalm & Kriss love talking about Comic Books & Comic Book Characters. The Character Corner lets them do just that. We pick some of our favorite characters from DC, Marvel, Image and more to discuss their backgrounds and important issue runs. We cover some characters you might not know about or you wan too learn more about. This is the perfect show for both those who only know these characters from the movies and for hardcore comic book readers. Check the show notes for the key issues we discuss.
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Roe and Allorah are two vivacious bibliomaniacs of the feminine variety who love nothing more than a good book, a great cocktail, and chatting all literary things savvy, smutty and sassy in the fantasy, romance, YA, and thriller genre. The content of our bookish podcasts cover everything from genres, tropes, book reviews, book events, author interviews, weekly cocktail recipes and more!
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A podcast to help fiction writers work through self-doubt and learn the craft of writing a novel.
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On the Pencils&Lipstick podcast Kat talks to authors, editors and other professionals in the writing and publishing field to learn more about the craft of writing. If you're a writer or just love listening to author interviews about writing, Pencils&Lipstick is about to be your newest favorite podcast.
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What Should I Read Next? is the show for every reader who has ever finished a book and faced the problem of not knowing what to read next. Each week, Anne Bogel, of the blog Modern Mrs Darcy, interviews a reader about the books they love, the books they hate, and the books they're reading now. Then, she makes recommendations about what to read next. The real purpose of the show is to help YOU find your next read. To learn more or apply to be on the show visit whatshouldireadnextpodcast.com.
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hi my name is joel golby and welcome to my podcast where each week i recommend you a new book. it's out every tuesday. that's it. that's pretty much it. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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A podcast about two sisters and their obsession with period film.
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A Podcast for Every Story Teller
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The Book Drop is a weekly podcast from Omaha Public Library about books, our community and the joy of reading.
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Join book besties, Con and Lauren, along with their gamer husbands, Jon and Kyle, for book club discussions as they dive into popular fantasy series and share reactions, conversations, theories, and laughs.
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comic book enthusiasts discuss characters, movies, and events
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Journalist and book reviewer Suzanne Perez reviews the latest books and such for KMUW on air and right here. Discover new reviews on Mondays.
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Capital Area District Libraries is excited to produce the Book Bound podcast which is hosted by some of CADL's literary experts. Content centers around the library and its collection, book recommendations, events, partnerships and services.
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A monthly comics journey devoted to select readings of quality graphic novels and comic books from many authors & eras. Discussions and reviews by hosts and the community! For Fans By Fans!
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Writers, Ink: Your backstage pass to the world's most prolific authors
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What does it take to succeed as a writer? Join host J.D. Barker and a panel of industry experts as they pull back the curtain and offer rare insights from the household names found on bookshelves worldwide.
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Inking Neon blends readings, author interviews, and book recs with the hard-earned insight of two writers whoâve spent decades teaching and creating. Itâs where the craft of writing gets electrified and ideas shine brighter. If youâre chasing inspiration, this is your sign in lights.
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There are characters we love, and characters we love to hate, and characters we just can't get out of our minds. We talk to writers, artists and creatives of all types to find out who their favorite characters are--and why.
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We're just two nerds who know way too much about comics, movies, video games, and all other nerd culture. Join us every week for news, reviews, opinions, and more!
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Could you write and publish a bestseller in one year?
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Giuseppe Castellano talks to folks in illustration, graphic design, publishing, animation, and other creative fields about the ups and downs of their careers.
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How do the best writers get to work? In every episode, we'll chat to an author about what they do through a day. Where do they work? What time do they start? How do they plan their time and maximise their creativity, in order to plot and publish a bestseller? Some are frantic night-owls, others roll out of bed into their desks, and a few lock themselves away in the woods - but none have a regular 9 to 5, and we'll find out how they've managed it. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for mo ...
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Hosted by award-winning story coach K.M. Weiland, the Helping Writers Become Authors podcast will take you deep into story theory, writing techniques, and all the incredible wisdom of story. There is no such thing as "just a story." Come along to find out how to write YOUR best story, astound the world, and (just maybe) change your life!
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A humorous video podcast from CartoonSmart.com. Topics will include: iOS / tvOS game development with Xcode, Swift and Sprite Kit, plus anything to do with illustration, character design, animation, or Adobe software (Flash / Animate in particular). These are a bit of a spoof on our usual material (okay, very much a spoof), but we dare you NOT to learn at least something in these videos tutorials. Videos range from 30mb to 50mb (relatively small).
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A Bi-Weekly Comic Book Podcast that talks Marvel, DC, Movies, Collecting, Classic Stories, and so much more! The Junkies: Andrew Burger & Joe Zonca
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In this Podcast, we will be talking about Literature, gaming, music, etc. My friend Divjot will be my special guest for Episode 1 where we will talk about the book Iqbal!!!
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The Adventurous Author | How to Write a Book, Character Development, Write with Consistency, Creative Writing,Story Structure
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Hey, Time-Strapped Author! Wanna write great fiction? BUT writing is hard because you⊠- Have NO TIME because you work a full-time job or go to school full-time - Doubt your writing ability - Are unsure how to write the kind of captivating stories you love to read. Then welcome to The Adventurous Author, the podcast for underdog authors on a mission to achieve legendary feats in the publishing world but have to overcome impossible obstacles, limited time, and paralyzing inner skepticism alon ...
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The podcast about women who don't give a damn if you like them, brought to you by unlikeable female characters Kristen Lepionka, Layne Fargo, and Wendy Heard.
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Welcome to Two Crones and Book where your hosts Chell and Annette will give you honest in-depth book reviews and share book themed rambles that may or may not, on occasions, take a dark and twisty, if not bizarre turn. Be warned, every episode will contain spoilers and language that some listens may find offensive thus the explicit rating, so consider yourself warned! Now take a seat and buckle up buttercup, its time to beginâŠ.
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Josh and Brandon review new comics, interview creators, and talk about their favorite Archie stories every week.
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In-depth conversations about the craft of journalism and storytelling, presented by the Nieman Foundation for Journalism at Harvard. Hosted by Mark Armstrong, editor of Nieman Storyboard, founder (emeritus) of Longreads and co-founder of the podcast company Ursa.
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A podcast for comic book fans, hosted by Mike Rapin. IRCB features a rotating, 2-person panel of diverse comic book experts discussing what theyâre reading with a comic book specific topic every week. New episodes every Wednesday.
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Kids Ask Authors is a podcast where kids can ask the authors of their favorite books a question. Every week, children's book author and illustrator Grace Lin and a guest author answer one question from a child reader-helping kids on their own creative journey!
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Hosted by John J. Miller of National Review, The Bookmonger features 10-minute interviews with todayâs top authors on current events, politics, history, and more.
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Episode 23 - Thanksgiving With Book Characters
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We talk about different book characters and what they would be doing on thanksgiving. Is your list different? Let us know in the comments. PATREON - https://www.patreon.com/TheSmashCast MERCH STORE - https://smashcast.dashery.com/ ALL OUR STUFF - https://beacons.ai/smashcast Support the showBy Smash
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S2:E31 Build-a-Book BF: Ideal MMCs from Character to C*ck
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Building the Ultimate Book Boyfriend: Our Perfect Male Main CharacterJoin us as we dive into crafting our ideal male main character (MMC). From physical traits to personality attributes, we blend the best qualities from our favorite bookish heartthrobs and anti-heros. Expect laughter, heartfelt debates, and ALL the smut as we build a man who ticks âŠ
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Inspiration can be found in many places, and as avid readers, we find inspiration in many of the characters we read about. This episode features a few of our favorites, and we discuss what makes them so inspiring to us. No reading required!By Amy Watson & Sarah Ullrich
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This week, Brennan and Shayde are back for another discussion episode. This time to talk about what they think are the most underrated comic book characters! Let us know who you think the most underrated comic book characters are! Check out Brennan and Shayde's Justice League teams for a video like this! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8ZflUxxSJWg âŠ
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Episode 23: Indigenous Stories, Character Studies, and Unexplained Phenomena
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This month Cheryl, Mari and Jessica talk fiction and non-fiction picks touching on Native American Heritage, our relationships with food and the kitchen, writing featuring deep character studies, as well as a few unexplained mysteries. Cherylâs Books: Girl Warrior: On Coming of Age by Joy Harjo The Heart-Shaped Tin: Love, Loss, and Kitchen Objects âŠ
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With 'Wreck,' author Catherine Newman revisits some favorite characters and topics
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Catherine Newman's new novel, "Wreck," is set two years after her previous best-seller, "Sandwich." It finds main character Rocky back home in western Massachusetts and once again surrounded by family.By Suzanne Perez
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HAPPY THANKSGIVING! Doc and Angus conclude their celebration of the season with Batman: Li'l Gotham Thanksgiving. On Thanksgiving, Batman and Robin join the families of Gotham City around the table for a holiday feast--and birds of a feather flock together to stage a march against the city...led by The Penguin! Batman: Li'l Gotham Vol. 1 â https://wâŠ
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Top 10 Most Collected Titles according to CGC Census
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Send us a text We came across a list of the most collected titles according to the CGC census. This is the final part of that list recounting the top 10 books listed! Obviously this list will not include raw book data of which there may be many, but based upon slabbing preferences we may be able to notice what books are collected and preserved at aâŠ
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Paul, Kait, and Danny sat down to discuss comics recommended by their Local Comic Book Shops (and Librarians!)--part of our Goodreads Theme of the Month. Check out our Goodreads Theme of the Month thread here: https://www.goodreads.com/topic/show/23264561-november-2025-botm-recommended-by-your-lcs-or-library Timestamps: 00:00:00 - Start/Last Week iâŠ
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Lauren Moore (Book Huddle) Shares What to Read After Brimstone & Her Next Chapter
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In this episode, weâre joined by the wonderful, the elegant, your Book Rec Queen and ours: Lauren Moore from Book Huddle! We enjoyed every bit of our conversation about the Book Huddle biz, the best book recs, and Lauren's new venture as an author! (Even getting a little inside scoop on her debut novel...) You can find Lauren on Instagram and TikToâŠ
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Christmas TBR List for 2025: Must-Read Festive Books & Holiday Recommendations!Join us as we dive into our holiday TBR (To Be Read) list for 2025! In this special Christmas-themed episode, we discuss the latest festive book releases, share our holiday reading plans, and offer recommendations ranging from Christmas romcoms to darker holiday reads. AâŠ
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Sylvia Plath, Janet Malcolm and our thoughts on writing style â welcome to episode 144! https://www.stuckinabook.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/tea-or-books-144.mp3 In the first half of this episode, we discuss whether we prefer writing style to be ornate or simple. In the second half, we compare Sylvia Plathâs most famous poetry collection Ariel wâŠ
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Ep 504: Niche and nerdy narrative nonfiction
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Historical fiction is a popular genre among many, but today's guest learned a lot about her reading life when she realized this genre wasn't for her! Today Anne is talking with Laura Howard, an Atlanta-area faculty developer and part-time university professor. Sheâs always seen reading as both a personal joy and a form of connection, whether with tâŠ
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This week, Brennan is joined by Tory to discuss the remake of the Arnold classic, The Running Man! In The Running Man, a man joins a game show in which contestants, allowed to flee anywhere in the world, are pursued by "hunters" hired to kill them. The film is directed by Edgar Wright, with a screenplay by Michael Bacall and Edgar Wright, and is baâŠ
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Giuseppe Castellano talks to renowned childrenâs book illustrator, Axel Scheffler, about the deep, dark mistake he made with The Gruffalo; what he thinks about his âimperfectâ art style; why he prefers to be called a family book creator; and more. To learn more about Axel, visit axelscheffler.com. Artists mentioned in this episode include: Posy SimâŠ
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Pull over, weary traveller the Crones have found a rest stopthatâs anything but restful. In this episode, we crack open Nat Cassidyâs Rest Stop, a horror novella that turns a roadside break into a surreal descent into dread. Expect sharp cackles, uncanny tangents, and a few eldritch snacks as we unravel Cassidyâs blend of Americana, body horror, anâŠ
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The importance of character with Richard Kirshenbaum.
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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 stories about Shein, Sourcebooks, and Anthropic. Then, stick around for a chat with Richard Kirshenbaum! Richard Kirshenbaum is CEO of NSG/SWAT, a high-profile boutique branding agency. He has lectured at Harvard BusineâŠ
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A fake dating trope we didn't see coming and Sarah's obsession with Moulin Rouge! Jennifer Hartmann always packs a good punch in her angsty dramas.By Amy & Sarah
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Let's get into the micro of scenes and learn about the essentials you can look at when deciding which scenes stay in your book. Grab the cheatsheet here. https://katcaldwell.com/288 Get on my writers' newsletter to learn more about the craft of writing, know when my workshops are and be the first to get exclusive information on my writing retreats.âŠ
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Ready for another dystopian nightmare? 'The Merge' explores the dark side of population control
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Grace Walkerâs debut novel, "The Merge," opens in a world where Earthâs resources have been pushed to a breaking point. That has given rise to a controversial new procedure in which two peopleâs consciousness can be combined and exist in one body.By Suzanne Perez
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Proof Writing Dreams Have No Expiration Date: A Conversation with Jean Ende
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In this episode, I chat with debut author Jean Ende, who published her first novel, Houses of Detention, at seventy-nine. Jean shares what inspired her to start writing, how she mined her family history for fiction, and what sheâs learned about persistence, rejection, and finding community along the way. Itâs an honest, uplifting reminder that itâsâŠ
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A Protagonist Worth Rooting for with Nicholas Atwater
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Swashbuckling adventure author Nicholas Atwater joins us to share hard-earned insights learned from writing his book, Echoes of the Imperium. We discuss how to make your protagonist interesting in more than one way, and also how most great things come from spite. Well⊠most of our great things. You be the judge? 00:00 Introductions 02:32 Reading frâŠ
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Doc and Angus present a cornucopia of comics goodness in celebration of Thanksgiving. First up is Spider-Gwen in 'Cold Turkey'. Spider-Gwen (2015-2018) #14 https://www.amazon.com/Spider-Gwen-2015-2018-14-Jason-Latour-ebook/dp/B01L7YVPMO/ Leave a message at [email protected] Join the Community Discussions â â â â â â â â â â â â â â â â â â â â â â â â https://meâŠ
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Special Announcement: Black Friday Book Coaching Sale
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Special Offer: Mini-Blueprint Strategy Session Author Accelerator is running a Black Friday Book Coaching Sale, and Iâm one of 80 certified coaches offering a limited-time Mini Blueprint Strategy Session to help 100 writers get unstuck before the year ends. If youâve been spinning your wheels or second-guessing your story, this session is designed âŠ
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Answering another Thought/Question/Wondering from the form: I love the real world treasures that exist as physical charms that connect us to Dr. Baer! Extra points for cool glowy effects. Were these artifacts created before, after, or in tandem with the Read MoreBy Jerzy Drozd
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224. Inside Spielbound: How Games Bring Us Together
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This week on The Book Drop, weâre on location at Spielbound Board Game Cafe to talk about the power of table top and board games to build community and spark storytelling! This is The Book Drop, featuring specials guests Kaleb Michaud and Ali Thariani. Happening at the Library Stories After Dark: Found Family | Friday, Nov. 21, from 7 to 8:30 p.m. âŠ
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Chapter 4 Part 2 - Gene Wolfe's Return to the Whorl
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Intro - Phil tells Metz about Hades II Content (6:15) - Discussion of the Part 2 of Chapter 4 of Return to the Whorl, by Gene Wolfe. This Month's Read-Along - A History of the World in 10 1/2 Chapters by Julian Barnes Check out more at alzabosoup.com.
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Caroline Corcoran, author of 'Tiny Daggers' - Psychological Thriller writer discusses embracing the genre, learning to structure, and changing the mindset
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Caroline Corcoran is a thriller author who burst to success with her debut, 'Through the Wall' in 2019. She's been a Sunday Times bestseller ever since, translated into many languages across the world, and compared to Adele Parks and Liane Moriarty. Caroline followed it up with 'The Baby Group', 'Five Days Missing', 'What Happened on Floor 34', andâŠ
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In this episode, Josh and Brandon meet at Popâs to talk about Archie Decades: The 1960s. Beware spoilers in this episode! If you enjoy this podcast, please consider donating. Follow Archie and Me on Instagram, Bluesky, and Facebook. Podcast cover art by Sacha JonesBy Josh Wright, Brandon Clarkson
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SWRT 336 | Going Indie with Catherine Lyon
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In this episode, Alida Winternheimer sits down with Catherine Lyon to explore the world of independent publishing, or "going indie." They share their experiences navigating the challenges that come with being self-published while also celebrating the incredible joy of seeing their books in readers' hands. Both Alida and Catherine are award-winning âŠ
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In this week's episode of TRUE BELIEVERS, chrs and ALANA cover episode one of Netflix Original JUPITER'S LEGACY based on the comic book by MARK MILLAR and FRANK QUITELY. Sound Effect by Luca Di Alessandro from Pixabay Sound Effect by DRAGON-STUDIO from Pixabay Sound Effect by Mauricio PĂłvoa from Pixabay â Websiteâ â Instagramâ â Facebookâ â Discordâ â TâŠ
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Team Oro VS. Team Grim: Recapping Skyshade's Big Battles & Romance before Crowntide
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Are you ready for Alex Aster's newest release, Crowntide, out on December 2nd? Weâre prepping for the sequel by diving deep into a full, spoiler-heavy recap of the most recent book, Skyshade! Join us as we break down every essential plot point, from the biggest world-building details to the shocking final chapters. What We Cover: Full Plot BreakdowâŠ
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A Book Club Podcast | Between Pages & Friends
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Come hang out with book besties Con and Lauren and their gamer husbands, Jon and Kyle, as we dive into your favorite fantasy and romantasy series one chapter section at a time! Expect candid reactions, inside jokes, and plenty of moments youâll want to giddily scream about with us. We release an episode every Wednesday, and we keep things spoiler-fâŠ
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The Kids Talk 2026 Kirby's Kids Graphic Novel Reading List
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Doc and Angus announce and discuss the 2026 Kirby's Kids Graphic Novel and Comic Book Character of the Month reading selections. KIRBYâS KIDS GRAPHIC NOVEL READING LIST FOR 2026 January - VERTIGO MONTH - Northlanders Vol. 1 â Sven the Returned https://www.amazon.com/Northlanders-Vol-1-Sven-Returned/dp/1401219187/ February - Starstruck / Starstruck:âŠ
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Whatâs Quackin'? (ft. Brian McCray)
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Mike and Kara sat down with comic creator and IRCB Zine contributor Brian McCray to talk about comics and the comics Brian has made of the years. Episode Links: Check out Bonnett's Books! https://bonnettsbookstore.blogspot.com/ Buy Beautiful Duck Comics: https://brianmccray.bigcartel.com/product/beautiful-duck-comics Buy Erotech: https://shpcomics.âŠ
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We give our bookish hot takes. Don't hate us. What are your hot takes? Let us know in the comments. PATREON - https://www.patreon.com/TheSmashCast MERCH STORE - https://smashcast.dashery.com/ ALL OUR STUFF - https://beacons.ai/smashcast Support the showBy Smash
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Ep 503: Which cozy mysteries are right for me?
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Breaking into a new genre can feel intimidating. Today Anne is talking with a reader who is keen to explore cozy mysteries, but isn't sure where to begin. Amber Richcreek lives in Bellingham, Washington with her family, where sheâs a pre-k teacher and enjoys baking and photography in her spare time. Sheâs also a lifelong reader and a fan of emotionâŠ
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Giuseppe Castellano talks to illustrator and fine artist, Michael Deas, about his early years as an illustrator; how he created âThe Torch Ladyâ for Columbia Pictures; why he doesnât look back on his long career; and more. To learn more about Michael, visit michaeldeas.com. Artists mentioned in this episode include: Ted Lewin, Betsy Lewin, Herbert âŠ
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James Patterson explains why hope is not a strategy, but a little tenacity can take you far.
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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 stories about Kindle Translate and Spotify's audiobook recaps. Then, stick around for a chat with James Patterson! James Patterson is the most popular storyteller of our time and the creator of such unforgettable characâŠ
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This week and next week we are going to review scenes. Today we'll be looking at the macro of scenes. What scenes are needed in genre fiction as well as what the difference is between Character Arc Scenes and Plot Scenes. Grab your free download here and let's go! https://katcaldwell.com/287 Get on my writers' newsletter to learn more about the craâŠ
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Sleeper hit: Debut novel 'The Correspondent' has become a word-of-mouth best-seller
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"The Correspondent" was published back in April with little fanfare. But months after its release, the Virginia Evans debut made the New York Times Bestseller list and is a breakout hit, which speaks to the power of human connection.By Suzanne Perez
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What is âexperimental fictionâ?: Clara Chow on travelling, writing about taboo subjects, and having fun
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In this episode of The Writing Life Podcast, Singapore-based writer Clara Chow delves into the world of 'experimental fiction' and why she takes on projects that push against the grain. Clara Chow works across genres of fiction, non-fiction and poetry. Her strange experiments under Hermit Press include obscure prose chapbooks such as The MelancholyâŠ
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How to Give Your Character Agency and Why It Matters
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Ever get feedback that your main character feels flat, reactive, or like things just happen to them? Thatâs because they lack agency, one of the main ingredients in narrative drive â the force that makes readers keep turning the pages and engage with the story. In this episode of the Write It Scared podcast, weâre digging into what real agency lookâŠ
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The Kids Present KUDOS KIRBY - Black Panther Volume 1 Issue 11
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Welcome to Kudos Kirby, a comics journey into Jack Kirbyâs lesser known works. Angus will be your guide through this monthly expedition to uncover those hidden gems from âThe King of Comicsâ over 20,000 comic book pages! We hope you enjoy this latest adventure in the journey! Angus reviews Issue #11 "Kiber the Cruel!" Black Panther Epic Collection:âŠ
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7 - Viva les Chants de la Révolution - Moulin Rouge! (2001), Les Misérables (2012), Cats (2019)
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đŒđ¶The pod is alive with the sound of muuusicđ¶đŒ Join Aileen & Nicole this week as they slink through the streets of London then onward to Paris, exploring heartache, freedom, loveâŠAnd Mad Libs? Settle into the mezzanine for this Spectacular Spectacular, monoplacular, follow my vernacular, extra miracular musical spectacular podcast show! TLDR Cats sâŠ
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Chapter 4 Part 1 - Gene Wolfe's Return to the Whorl
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Intro - Metz and Phil announce their 2026 Patreon read-along plans Content (7:21) - Discussion of the Part 1 of Chapter 4 of Return to the Whorl, by Gene Wolfe. This Month's Read-Along - A History of the World in 10 1/2 Chapters by Julian Barnes Check out more at alzabosoup.com.
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Patrick Syms, author of 'Am I The Asshole?' - Debut author discusses self-promotion, white label releases, and making a point with your prose
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Patrick Syms started work trying to be a screenwriter, and he got ever so close, before life got in the way. He took a job in advertising, which became a 25 year long career in communications. In 2020, he gave it up to write again. This time, he took it seriously. Being accepted in to the Curtis Brown 'Writing Your Novel' course, he's just finishedâŠ
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Sasha BonĂ©t on âleaving room for the story to shape itselfâ and how a family home can become a character
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Writer, author, and cultural critic Sasha BonĂ©t joins Storyboard contributor Christina M. Tapper for a wide-ranging conversation about BonĂ©tâs writing process for âThe Waterbearers,â a memoir about mothers and daughters. BonĂ©t and Tapper discuss surrendering to how a story unfolds, rather than forcing it, and how to turn a physical place into a keyâŠ
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Quicksilver Recap: All you need to know before Brimstone's release by Callie Hart!
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Need a refresher before Brimstone hits the shelves? Weâve got you covered! In this episode of Sippinâ on Spice, weâre diving back into Quicksilver by Callie Hart â revisiting all the twists, turns, and scorchingly good moments that left us begging for more. Weâll recap the major plot points, talk character arcs, and share our predictions (and hopesâŠ
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S2:E31 Unhinged by Steph Macca: Spoilery and Spoiler-Free Book Review
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Reviewing Unhinged by Steph Macca | Plot with a Twist PodcastJoin Allorah and Roe in this episode of 'The Plot with a Twist' where they dive into 'Unhinged' by Steph Macca. This discussion blends spoiler and spoiler-free content, touching on themes, characters, and plot twists. We rate the book, discuss narration highlights, and share our honest thâŠ
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