Best Chicks On Lit Podcasts (2025)

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His Dark Materials: Northern Lights with Ella Risbridger 1:54:11

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Friend of the pod Ella Risbridger joins us for our summer fantasy book club, where we'll be covering Philip Pullman's iconic trilogy His Dark Materials. This week we kick off with the first book of the series: Northern Lights. ALSO - SKIPSHOCK IS OUT TODAY! Head to your local bookshop or order now: https://www.walker.co.uk/9781529507966/skipshock H…

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RaeAnne Thayne: 80 Books Later, What's Her Secret Sauce? 25:31

2d ago25:31

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RayAnne Thayne's novels showcase complicated family dynamics and always deliver swoony love stories, but how does she keep up the magic after eighty books? Tune in, and find out. New York Times, USA Today, Wall Street Journal and #1 Publishers Weekly bestselling author RaeAnne Thayne has written more than 70 books since selling her first book in 19…

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Sue Hincenbergs on Querying, Writing, and Launching Her Debut, The Retirement Plan 22:05

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Sue Hincenbergs discusses querying 198 agents and the successful query letter that she shares with other writers. Sue is a former television producer who has worked on multiple award-winning programs. She lives in Toronto with her (very much alive) husband, her scruffy, middle-aged rescue dog, Kramer, and the rooms full of the stuff her three sons …

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Matt Goldman's Journey Writing for Seinfeld and More to Creating Crime Novels 27:34

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Matt Goldman has written for television shows like Seinfeld but found his calling writing crime novels. He is a New York Times Bestselling author and Emmy Award winning television writer. He has been nominated for the Shamus Award and Nero Award. Matt's television writing credits include Seinfeld, Ellen, The New Adventures of Old Christine, and Dir…

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Book Charades: 1 Word. No Mercy. No Explanations. 9:36

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Welcome to the chaos, bookish besties! In this unfiltered episode of Reading Between the Vines, Storm and Acadia play a game of book charades—but with a twist. One of us names a book, the other responds with a single word. No context, no soft landings, and absolutely no mercy. It’s rapid-fire book opinions, unhinged reactions, and plenty of laughs.…

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Dragonheart (& dragons in general) with Samantha Shannon 1:29:01

7d ago1:29:01

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Author of The Bone Season and The Priory of the Orange Tree Samantha Shannon comes to discuss her life-long love of Dragonheart! We talk dragons, knights, St George, dragons as elemental force, "wyrms", novels-as-video-games and the great cinematic traditions of the Dragonheart franchise. SKIPSHOCK - out June 5 Pre-order now: https://www.walker.co.…

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Jacqueline Friedland: Counting Backwards 19:11

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Jacqueline Friedland unpacks her process and discusses why she chooses societally relevant challenges for her characters. Jacqueline graduated Magna Cum Laude from both the University of Pennsylvania and NYU Law School. She practiced as a commercial litigator for New York law firms before determining that office life did not suit her. Jacqueline be…

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Episode 7: Midyear Madness - Our Top Five Books, Hate Reads & What’s Next! 55:29

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Hey bookish besties! It’s time for our midyear reading wrap-up, and we’ve got opinions. In this spoiler-free episode, We will each reveal their Top 5 Reads of 2025 (so far), dish on the books that didn’t quite make the cut—including some controversial DNFs and delightfully awful hate reads—and share the titles we’re most excited to dive into next. …

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Mermaids with Katherine Webber 1:09:02

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Moisture is the essence of wetness, and wetness is the essence of beauty... get out ya shell bras and silicone tails losers, we're going swimming with Katherine Webber to dive deep into the world of mermaids. SKIPSHOCK - out June 5 Pre-order now: https://www.walker.co.uk/9781529507966/skipshock Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more inform…

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Dane Huckelbridge, Writing about the Old West in Paris 25:24

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Dane Huckelbridge discusses the settings in his novels and his research--from Africa for No Beast So Fierce to the plains of Oklahoma for his latest, Queen of All Mayhem--the tale of the most dangerous woman of the American west, Belle Starr. Dane was born and raised in the American Middle West. He holds a degree from Princeton University, and his …

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Bonus Episode: DNF Is Not Defeat — Why We Quit Books Without Guilt 6:35

20d ago6:35

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In this bite-sized bonus episode, Storm and Acadia dive into the power of DNFing (Did Not Finish) books — when to do it, why it’s not failure, and how it helps us stay excited about reading. If you’ve ever forced yourself through a book you didn’t love, this one’s for you. Let’s normalize quitting books that don’t serve us. 📚 Join our book club or …

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Lauren Willig on Writing Across Genres 26:55

21d ago26:55

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Lauren Willig discusses co-writing and writing cross-genre plus gives us the scoop on her latest novel. Lauren is the New York Times and USA Today bestselling author of more than twenty-five works of historical fiction, including Band of Sisters, The Summer Country, The English Wife, the RITA Award-winning Pink Carnation series, and five novels co-…

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The Hunger Games with Traci Thomas 1:17:30

21d ago1:17:30

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The Stacks host Traci Thomas joins us to talk about the original Hunger Games trilogy! Mostly the books! Five stars on Uber for Suzanne Collins! SKIPSHOCK - out June 5 Pre-order now: https://www.walker.co.uk/9781529507966/skipshock Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Melissa de la Cruz: When Stars Align 20:15

22d ago20:15

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How does an author balance a writing career that spans television and literature? Melissa de la Cruz discusses how she makes it all work. Melissa de la Cruz is the #1 New York Times, #1 Publishers Weekly, and #1 IndieBound bestselling author of many critically acclaimed and award-winning novels for readers of all ages. Many of her more than seventy…

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Episode 6: The Scattered Bones 1:07:02

27d ago1:07:02

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🦴 The Scattered Bones by Nicole Scarano Things get dark and delicious in this week’s episode with Storm and Acadia - come, unravel the secrets of The Scattered Bones by Nicole Scarano with us. From haunted cities to godly power plays, we’re talking romance, monsters, and a heroine that is willing to do anything for love. Expect spoilers, spicy take…

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The Lord of The Rings, Ranked with Jen Cownie 1:34:51

28d ago1:34:51

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Welcome to Magical Garbage - a Sentimental Garbage mini series! To celebrate the upcoming release of my new YA novel SKIPSHOCK, Sentimental Garbage is diving into the world of fantasy and exploring the magical storytelling that made us who we are, with pals old and new. This week, we're starting off with a biggy - friend of the pod Jen Cownie joins…

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Victoria Helen Stone on Writing Complicated Women 25:37

29d ago25:37

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What makes a fascinating female protagonist? Wall Street Journal bestselling author Victoria Helen Stone shares how she creates her characters, where she goes for inspiration, and what she learned about conspiracy theories in this episode. Victoria is the author of the runaway hit Jane Doe, writes critically acclaimed novels of dark intrigue and em…

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Heir of Fire (Ch. 36–68): To Purr, or Not to Purr 45:51

29d ago45:51

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We survived Heir of Fire—barely. In this episode, we tackle the slow start, the suddenly NASCAR-paced second half, and the very real problem of every man in this book purring. We talk cousin love, messiah complexes, flying witches, bubble battles, and the unkillable fantasy dog. Plus: why the ending felt like a CW fever dream, and what it means whe…

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Episode 5: Gods of Jade and Shadow 46:34

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Mayan gods, a magical road trip, and 1920s jazz-age vibes? We’re all in. In this episode of Reading Between the Vines, Acadia and Storm explore the fantasy novel Gods of Jade and Shadow by Silvia Moreno-Garcia. We’re diving into Casiopea’s journey, unpacking Hun-Kamé’s haunting charm, and sharing our spicy takes and soft moments in true RBTV fashio…

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Paulette Kennedy on Writing Gothic Fiction 23:00

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Paulette Kennedy explores the world of gothic suspense, peeling back the curtain on her writing journey and process. She is the bestselling author of The Witch of Tin Mountain, The Devil and Mrs. Davenport, and Parting the Veil, which received the prestigious HNS Review Editor’s Choice Award. She has had a lifelong obsession with the gothic. As a y…

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Episode 1: The Assassin's Blade (0.5/7) 40:50

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Are you ready to dive into reading! Welcome to our very first episode! We’re kicking things off with The Assassin’s Blade by Sarah J. Maas—the emotional, action-packed prequel to the Throne of Glass series. Join us as we relive the heartbreak, sass, and swordplay, and unpack one of the most debated questions in the Maasverse: What’s the right readi…

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Episode 4: A Court This Cruel & Lovely (1/4) 46:02

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Secrets, Shadows, and Slow-Burn Tension This episode, we’re diving deep into A Court This Cruel and Lovely by Stacia Stark, the first book in the Kingdom of Lies series—and let’s just say, we have thoughts. From deadly court politics to deliciously slow-burn romance and a heroine caught in a web of lies and loyalty, this book kept us guessing (and …

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Heir of Fire (Ch. 1–35): Rowan is Hot, She's Mary Sue, Dorian's Got Magic, and Chaol Broods 46:24

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Chapters 1–35 of Heir of Fire are in the books, and we're here to talk trauma bonding, wyvern ethics, and why the witches are carrying the narrative weight. We break down the endless setup, the purr count (eight, if you're asking), and whether Celaena is a queen or just a YA fever dream. Also: Rowan might be Tarzan, Chaol broods, and yes—we have st…

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Marie Bostwick on Writing The Bookclub for Troublesome Women 29:18

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From book clubs to navigating characters who are hard to pin down, Marie Bostwick shares her best practices about drafting a novel and discusses what inspired her latest novel, The Bookclub for Troublesome Women. Marie is a New York Times and USA Today Bestseller of heartwarming fiction for women. Published in 2005 by Kensington Books, Fields of Go…

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Episode 3: Say You'll Remember Me 43:24

2M ago43:24

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Feels, Flaws, and Full-On Spoilers In this episode, we’re diving heart-first into Say You’ll Remember Me by Abby Jimenez—and yes, it’s an emotional roller coaster. We unpack the big moments, the tearjerkers, and the swoon-worthy tension, all while processing our collective book hangover. Fair warning: spoilers ahead—so if you haven’t read it yet, g…

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Catriona Silvey: Love and Other Paradoxes 19:34

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Catriona Silvey discusses her journey to publishing and what she's learned along the way. Catriona is the author of the international bestseller Meet Me in Another Life. She was born in Glasgow and grew up in Scotland and England. After collecting an unreasonable number of degrees from the universities of Cambridge, Chicago, and Edinburgh, she sett…

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Episode 2: Throne of Glass (1/7) 40:50

2M ago40:50

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In this episode of Reading Between the Vines, Storm and Acadia unravel their thoughts on Throne of Glass by Sarah J. Maas. From Celaena’s assassin swagger to the deadly competition and brooding men, we’re talking tropes, trauma, and all the messy beginnings of an iconic fantasy series. Expect spoilers, laughs, and maybe a little screaming over who …

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Emily Carpenter & Gothictown 33:37

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Emily Carpenter peels back the curtain on querying and how she arrived at her distinct style of southern gothic suspense. A former actor, producer, screenwriter, and behind-the-scenes soap opera assistant, Emily graduated with a Bachelor of Arts from Auburn University. Born and raised in Birmingham, Alabama, she now lives in Georgia with her family…

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Heir of Fire Predictions: Secret Princes, Jungle Spas, and Total Nonsense 26:48

2M ago26:48

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In this episode of A Couple Guys Reading, Sam and Tex dive into Heir of Fire by Sarah J. Maas, cracking jokes and swapping predictions like fantasy football picks. They revisit the reading order debate around Assassin’s Blade, compare the series to Star Wars and Narnia, and reflect on Sarah J. Maas’s tendency to make her heroine, Celaena Sardothien…

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Bridget Jones: Mad About the Boy Special with Sally Phillips & Alexandra Haddow 1:05:16

2M ago1:05:16

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Am late, with mad hair and can barely breathe in scary knickers - this can only mean one thing... Join Caroline, comedian Alexandra Haddow and the legendary Shazzer herself, Sally Phillips, for a live Bridget Jones Special. Recorded on 26th March 2025 at the Ham Yard Hotel, Soho. Bridget Jones: Mad About the Boy - available to buy or rent at home n…

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Kat Mackenzie's Work in Progress 21:56

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Kat Mackenzie is an American who just happened to find herself living abroad for ten years and accidentally traveling to over forty countries in an attempt to taste all the food. She holds degrees from the University of Edinburgh and the University of Oxford but has discovered that they serve her best collecting dust on the shelf while she pens com…

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Palate Cleanser: East of Eden by John Steinbeck 35:07

2M ago35:07

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After a long run of romantasy, we needed a breather. So for this palate cleanser episode, we picked up East of Eden by John Steinbeck. It’s a book that feels bigger than itself—family, legacy, good and evil, the whole deal. We talk about what hit us, what surprised us, and how somehow this 20th-century novel about California farmers felt more inten…

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Melissa Ferguson on The Perfect Rom-Com 22:56

2M ago22:56

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Raising sheep, chickens, and more while home schooling a house full of children, Melissa Ferguson shares what's in store for readers with her next novel, The Perfect Rom-Com. Melissa is the bestselling author of titles including Meet Me in the Margins, How to Plot a Payback, and On the Way to Christmas. She lives in Tennessee with her husband and c…

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Poppy Kuroki: Gate to Kagoshima 20:44

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Poppy Kuroki was born in Scotland and grew up in England. She’s been living in Japan in the Kanagawa prefecture since 2016 where she works as a writer and freelance editor, and lives with her son. She conducted extensive historical research while writing her debut, interviewing historians, tour guides, and even a descendent of Saigō Takamori. Gate …

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Should I be having more fun? 30:11

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33: I don't know about you, but the idea of "making the most of your 20s" is really overwhelming to me. That's a BIG ASK! In this episode, I break down some of the challenges I've had since moving to London alone and share some advice I've been given along the way. If you're enjoying Working Title, give it a follow and leave a rating! Thanks in adv…

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Bob Johnson-The Continental Divide 24:33

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Years after completing an MFA at Iowa and retiring from a storied careers in television and academics, Bob Johnson returned to writing to become an award-winning short story writer and graduate of the lowa Writers’ Workshop. His work has been published by The Common, Philadelphia Stories, Vol. 1 Brooklyn, The Barcelona Review, and elsewhere. His st…

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Jenn Bouchard: Lessons Learned in the Writing Trenches 22:39

3M ago22:39

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Jenn Bouchard reveals her takeaways on developing characters, how she rebounded after disappointment, and what's behind her latest novel, Considering Us. Jenn has been teaching high school social studies for twenty-five years. She is an avid cook, volunteer for good causes, and devoted Red Sox fan. A graduate of Bates College and Tufts University, …

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Jennifer Weiner & The Griffin Sisters' Greatest Hits 26:18

3M ago26:18

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What did Jennifer Weiner learn from Toni Morrison? Where did her research for her latest novel take her? Find out in this week's episode of the Writing Table. Jennifer Weiner is the #1 New York Times bestselling author of nineteen books, including That Summer, Big Summer, Mrs. Everything, In Her Shoes, Good in Bed, and a memoir in essays, Hungry He…

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My application to be your new lit chick 41:42

3M ago41:42

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32: She's not good at counting, but she can read! Let's recap my reading list from 2024, starting with books I loathed to books I loved. Consider this my Goodreads: https://margotlee.substack.com/p/consider-this-my-goodreads List spoler below: 16)Memory Piece by Lisa Ko 15)Delicious! by Ruth Reichel 14)Cleopatra and Frankenstein 13)The Guest by Emm…

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Theme Parks with Sarah Griffin 1:35:30

3M ago1:35:30

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Sarah Griffin joins us in the queue to the haunted mansion for the final episode of the season. Bring your Mary Blair Mickey ears, sick bags, childhood nostalgia, and sneaky gin tinnies. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Cynthia Pelayo: Vanishing Daughters 20:57

3M ago20:57

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Cynthia Cina Pelayo is a Bram Stoker Award winning and International Latino Book Award winning author and poet. Heavily influenced by dark fairytales, folklore, urban legends and true crime and a master of blending gothic, horror, and suspense, Pelayo's latest is a dark retelling of Sleeping Beauty and explores what this classic tale reveals about …

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He's Just Not That Into You with Lauren Bravo 1:21:58

3M ago1:21:58

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This week, Lauren Bravo joins us to discuss the self-help book turned star-studded romcom 'He's Just Not That Into You'. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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10 Things I Hate About You with Coco Mellors 1:27:58

4M ago1:27:58

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Bestselling author Coco Mellors joins us to talk about one of our most-demanded episodes, 10 Things I Hate About You Coco Mellors is the author of Blue Sisters and Cleopatra & Frankenstein, both in paperback now! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Kimberly Brock: Chasing Ghosts 27:51

4M ago27:51

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Kimberly Brock is the bestselling author of The Lost Book of Eleanor Dare, which was shortlisted for the prestigious Townsend Prize for Fiction, and The River Witch, recipient of the Georgia Author of the Year Award. She is the founder of Tinderbox Writers Workshop and has served as a guest lecturer for many regional and national writing workshops …

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Jacqueline Faber: The Department 23:30

4M ago23:30

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Jacqueline Faber is an author and freelance writer. She holds a PhD in Comparative Literature from Emory University, where she was the recipient of a Woodruff Scholarship, and taught in the Expository Writing Program at New York University, where she received an award for excellence in teaching. She studied philosophy in Bologna, Italy, and receive…

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Live at the Union Chapel with Alexandra Haddow 1:32:51

4M ago1:32:51

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Recorded on Feb 6th at the Union Chapel, Caroline and Alexandra Haddow talked about 90s pop, 'relaunched' boyfriends, Working Girl, van life and what's real to them Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Lindsay Jill Roth: Romances and Practicalities 20:43

4M ago20:43

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Dating is hard, but Lindsay Jill Roth has conducted years of research, revealing key topics to consider when looking for Mr. or Mrs. Right. Roth is an award-winning television and live-events producer who has created and developed a wide variety of programming globally, including original content for NBC, BET, ESPN, Food Network, Billboard, The Mas…

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Tick, Tick... Boom! with Kate Young 1:27:33

4M ago1:27:33

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Kate Young returns to the pod for a conversation about art, creativity, Flesh Kermit and RENT. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Amber Chen: Of Jade and Dragons 23:01

4M ago23:01

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Amber Chen is a Singaporean-Chinese author of SFF and contemporary fiction. She spends much of her free time living within Chinese fantasy novels and dramas, and also drinks one too many cups of bubble tea. One of her webnovels, The Cutting Edge, has been adapted for television. Today, we’ll chat about her latest novel, Of Jade and Dragons, a Goodr…

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West Side Story with Jensen McRae 1:17:46

4M ago1:17:46

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This week, musician Jensen McRae join us to discuss the iconic 1961 West Side Story. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.