This is The Ljubljana podcast, hosted by Slovenia's most enthusiastic expat resident, American professor and best-selling author and Slovenia's Ambassador of Tourism, Noah Charney. Noah hosts the award-winning official podcast for the Slovenian Tourist Organization, "Feel Slovenia," and the official podcast for Bled, "The Bled Podcast" and is the author of Slovenology: Living and Traveling in the World's Best Country" and "Bledology" among more than 20 books. This podcast covers Ljubljana an ...
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Welcome and dobrodošli to Feel Slovenia the podcast, the official podcast of the Slovenian Tourist Board and gold winner of the international Golden City Gate Award. In each episode, your host, Dr Noah Charney, will explore what he has called “the world’s best country:” meeting locals, traveling, eating and getting to know the very best of Slovenia. Where should you go when visiting Slovenia? What should you be sure to do, see, eat and experience? Join us for the ultimate insider’s guide to ...
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The Bled Podcast: Is This the Most Beautiful Place on Earth? brings you the wonders of Bled, Slovenia. Hosted by award-winning presenter Noah Charney, each episode introduces the places, people, foods, history and experiences in and around Lake Bled. It's everything you'll need to know to plan the perfect holiday. Is this the most beautiful place on Earth? There's only one way to find out...
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THE SECRET HISTORY OF ART takes you on a series of private guided tours of the world's greatest artworks. Best-selling author and professor of art history Noah Charney presents the history, symbolism, and importance of each work. The Secret History of Art is a series of lessons in miniature on great works of art around the world. By spending just a few minutes per masterpiece, you can learn the mysteries, stories, and secrets of some of civilization’s greatest treasures.
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A community of 1,000,000 authors and publishing professionals. We help authors create and market the best indie books 🤓 Follow us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and SoundCloud for a new episode every week!
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Listen to the Princh Library Lounge to discover insights into creating the library of the future through discussions with influential library professionals from all over the world. Our guests will discuss and share their expertise on relevant topics for the global library community, such as library trends, challenges, and best practices.
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Reedsy Live: The Art of the Nonfiction Book Proposal with Dr Noah Charney
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33:21🔍 Learn about the most essential document of a nonfiction author's career from bestselling author Dr Noah Charney📝 Find the highlights for this podcast episode here:https://blog.reedsy.com/live/book-proposals-101/By Reedsy
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Get ready for a one-of-a-kind journey through Slovenia – led not by guidebooks, but by those who’ve chosen to call this country home. In this special episode of Feel Slovenia the podcast, Dr. Noah Charney teamed up with a band of fellow expats from around the world – Colombia, Mexico, Germany, England, the US and Australia – to bring you an authent…
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When I first moved to Slovenia one of the things that surprised me and left a strong positive impression was how engaged Slovenians are with the outdoors. On a sunny Saturday the roads will be lined with cyclists, and mountains filled with happy hikers making their way up to strategically placed mountain huts serving stews, tea, and strudel to rewa…
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Reedsy Live: Conflict, Stakes, and Momentum: How to Construct a Scene with Oksana Marafioti
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38:04🔍 Discover the essential elements behind all impactful scenes in this episode with Oksana Marafioti, a seasoned author and editor 📝 Find the highlights for this podcast episode here:https://blog.reedsy.com/live/anatomy-of-a-great-scene/By Reedsy
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This episode is all about learning Slovenian as a second language. It’s considered difficult to learn by many, but is it really so tricky? To find out I spoke to two anglophone expats to hear of their ex-perience, as well as with two leaders of the Center for Learning Slovene as a Second Language, part of the University of Ljubljana. Whether you’re…
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Reedsy Live: The Most Common Mistakes Fiction Series Writers Make with Jim Spivey
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16:09🔍 Former Hachette and DC Comics editor Jim Spivey shows author what classic mistakes to avoid when writing a genre fiction series📝 Find a full transcript for this podcast episode here:https://blog.reedsy.com/live/writing-genre-series/By Reedsy
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Reedsy Live: How to Keep Commercial Appeal in Mind When Writing a Memoir with Paul Bradley Carr
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27:04🔍 Author Paul Bradley Carr reveals his top tips for creating a memoir that appeals to a wider audience📝 Find the full transcript for this podcast episode here:https://blog.reedsy.com/live/how-to-write-a-memoir-with-commercial-appeal/By Reedsy
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Reedsy Live: Adapting Your Story for the Screen With Richard Stokes
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20:21🔍 Find out how to turn your book into a gripping screenplay for film or TV📝 Find a set of written highlights for this podcast episode here:https://blog.reedsy.com/live/book-to-screenplay/By Reedsy
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Reedsy Live: Add a Personal Touch to Your Query Letter with Rachel Stout
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23:15🔍 Former literary agent Rachel Stout reveals her tips for researching agents and personalizing query letters📝 Find a full transcript of this podcast episode here: https://blog.reedsy.com/live/personalizing-your-query-letters/By Reedsy
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Bled is clearly a romantic destination, one so beautiful and memorable that it has been the site of countless marriage proposals and honeymoons. Lake Bled's allure continues to grow among couples worldwide. In recent years, it has been recognized as a top honeymoon destination--the third best in European honeymoon according to a recent survey. For …
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Forest to Table Foraging on International Women's Day
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20:27Forest to Table Foraging on International Women's Day This episode stars two amazing women who have the same surname and are both star foragers, specialized in making wild plants into delicious and healthy concoctions. Katja Rebolj is a renowned forager who has appeared on Netflix, while Tanja Rebolj is the so-called “blonde witch of Jezersko” who …
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Reedsy Live: How to Structure a Novel Like a Bestselling Author with Caroline Leavitt
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21:31🔍 New York Times bestselling author Caroline Leavitt talks about her approach to story structureBy Reedsy
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Reedsy Live: Crafting a Successful Story Pitch in Seven Steps with Jeff Lyons
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24:16🔍 Story consultant Jeff Lyons reveals his cookie-cutter formula for crafting a winning logline, and shares some of his own examples📝 Find a full transcript for this podcast episode here:https://blog.reedsy.com/live/logline/By Reedsy
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Reedsy Live: To Rhyme or Not to Rhyme? Talking Children's Books with Tracy Gold
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25:34🔍 Editor and children's author Tracy Gold discusses rhyming in picture books — is it needed, and how can you do it well?📝 Find a full transcript for this podcast episode here:https://blog.reedsy.com/live/rhyming-picture-books/By Reedsy
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Reedsy Live: Plot a Romance Novel in One Hour with Bryn Donovan
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23:49🔍 Get the ball rolling on your page-turning romance book in this episode with editor and romance extraordinaire Bryn Donovan📝 Find the highlights for this podcast episode here:https://blog.reedsy.com/live/plot-romance-novel/By Reedsy
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Reedsy Live: How to Write a Thought Leadership Book with Stacy Ennis
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28:18🔍 Learn how to write a thought leadership book with author and keynote speaker, Stacy EnnisBy Reedsy
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Visitors to Ljubljana with an eye for design and architecture cannot help but notice the striking buildings, bridges, and urban design of Ljubljana's genius loci, Modernist mystic architect Jože Plečnik. This episodes provides a self-guided walking tour through the city center that lasts around one hour--a perfect introduction to the "eternal" arch…
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Reedsy Live: Using Poetry to Become a Better Writer with Emma Murf
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20:49🔍 Learn how poetry can elevate your novels, short stories, and non-fiction books with poet Emma MurfBy Reedsy
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Reedsy Live: How to Craft a Compelling Memoir with Jodi Fodor
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31:28🔍 Learn to write a compelling memoir with editor Jodi Fodor📝 You can find a full transcript of this podcast episode here:https://blog.reedsy.com/live/memoir-fodor/By Reedsy
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Reedsy Live: 7 Steps To Write Your Non-Fiction Book with Joanna Penn
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24:04🔍 Learn to write the non-fiction book of your dreams with bestselling author Joanna Penn📝 You can find a written summary of this podcast episode here:https://blog.reedsy.com/live/write-non-fiction-book-in-2025/By Reedsy
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Lights, Camera, Slovenia: A Star on the Global Film Stage
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40:54To start 2025 on an inspiring note, we’re thrilled to kick off the year with a new episode of Feel Slovenia the Podcast. In this episode, we explore Slovenia's unique and emerging role in the global film industry, highlighting how the country's stunning landscapes and rich historic sites have been transformed into iconic backdrops for some of the m…
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Reedsy Live: How to Generate Great Story Ideas with Tom Bromley
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34:54🔍 Author Tom Bromley shows you how to build your own story factory📝 Find the highlights of this podcast episode here:https://blog.reedsy.com/live/generate-story-ideas/By Reedsy
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Reedsy Live: Creative Writing Masterclass with Thriller Author Andy Maslen
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Reedsy Live: Common Traits of Successful Young Adult Novels with Parul Bavishi & Rebecca Monterusso
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24:22🔍 Editors Parul Bavishi and Rebecca Monterusso discuss the art of writing YA fiction that appeals to both teens and adults📝 Find a full transcript of this podcast episode here:https://blog.reedsy.com/live/traits-of-successful-ya-novels/By Reedsy
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Jorg Zupan's restaurant is Aftr Igor Jagodic's restaurant is Strelec Jason Hartley can be followed here. Jake's GUTS Magazine is here. Riki's amazing mountaint hut restaurant, Pr'Jurju, is here. And the obviously very popular Olimpija Burek is here. If you'd like to follow my updates and activities you're welcome to sign up at https://noahcharney.s…
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The Bled Podcast | Christmas Bonus Episode: The “Adventure of a Lifetime” Behind the Scenes
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12:42Ever found yourself in a surreal situation with friends, pizza, and a stunning lake? This special Christmas bonus episode takes you behind the scenes of our epic adventure filming Adventure of a Lifetime, a unique cinematic project showcasing the magic of Bled. Plus, we’re excited to introduce our new book Bledology, a deeper dive into this extraor…
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Reedsy Live: How to Avoid Common Suspense Pitfalls with Alyssa Matesic
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19:47🔍 Editor Alyssa Matesic shares the biggest and most common pitfalls that she's encountered in suspense manuscripts📝 Find a full transcript of this podcast episode here:https://blog.reedsy.com/live/suspense-pitfalls/By Reedsy
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Goran Dragic Exclusive Interview: Where Does an NBA Star Recommend His Friends Visit in Slovenia?
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34:16Listen to the exclusive podcast interview with the legendary Goran Dragić! After a stellar 15-year NBA career, Goran recently announced his retirement, leaving behind an inspiring legacy as one of Europe’s most accomplished basketball players. Dr. Noah Charney caught up with him in his hometown of Ljubljana, Slovenia, where he was taking some well-…
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Reedsy Live: Creating Believable Characters with Caroline Leavitt and Gina Sorell
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31:08🔍 Editors Caroline Leavitt and Gina Sorell discuss their processes for creating believable characters📝 Find a full transcript of this podcast episode here:https://blog.reedsy.com/live/creating-believable-characters/By Reedsy
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Reedsy Live: Traditional vs Self-Publishing with Paul Bradley Carr
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22:37🔍 Author Paul Bradley Carr reveals his reasons for switching from traditional to self-publishing📝 Find a full transcript of this podcast episode here:https://blog.reedsy.com/live/self-trad-paul-bradley-carr/By Reedsy
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Vlado Kreslin - An Exclusive Interview with Slovenia's Music Legend
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37:41This podcast is not only about Ljubljana, but also about interesting folk who live in Ljubljana. And it doesn’t get any more interesting than Slovenia’s most beloved musician, Vlado Kreslin. Kreslin is a national institution in Slovenia, having achieved the status of folk hero. Songs from his albums, and based on his published poetry, have inspired…
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Welcome to Ljubljana - An Insider Expat's Guide to Slovenia's Capital
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17:26For our first episode, we thought we’d bring you a one-stop overview of some of my favorite things in Ljubljana. It’s based on an article I wrote for The Guardian newspaper, part of their Local’s Guide series. This is an expat’s guide to Ljubljana. It’s just scratching the surface, but it’s a good place to start. How many times can a city be called…
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Reedsy Live: Novel-Writing Q&A with Tom Bromley #2
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49:01🔍 Join Reedsy's head of learning for an open Q&A session📝 Find a full transcript of this podcast episode here:blog.reedsy.com/live/novel-writing-QA/By Reedsy
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Reedsy Live: What You Can Learn From an ADHD Writer with Jackson Dickert
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29:50🔍 Learn how to plan complex stories from the story's conception to its final execution from the perspective of a writer with ADHD📝 Find a full transcript of this podcast episode here:https://blog.reedsy.com/live/planning-complex-stories/By Reedsy
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Reedsy Live: How to Create Recommendable Non-Fiction with Devin Hunt
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22:23🔍 Discover the key to creating useful books your readers will want to share.📝 Find a full transcript of this podcast episode here:https://blog.reedsy.com/live/recommendable-non-fiction/By Reedsy
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Reedsy Live: Leveraging Social Media in Book Marketing with Eleanor Pilcher
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23:06🔍 Discover award-winning book marketer Eleanor Picher's insights into social media and influencer marketing📝 Find a full transcript of this podcast episode here:https://blog.reedsy.com/live/social-media-pilcher/By Reedsy
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Reedsy Live: From Indie Success to #1 Bestseller with Jennifer L. Armentrout
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35:24🔍 Discover how novelist Jennifer L. Armentrout went from being an indie darling to one of the biggest names in publishing today.📝 Find a full transcript of this podcast episode here:https://blog.reedsy.com/live/jennifer-armentrout/By Reedsy
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The Bled Podcast | Episode 12: Slovenia's First Woman of Business: Danica Purg and IEDC-The Bled School of Management
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35:13Bled is full of surprises, some that fly under the radar, and some that are highly prominent if you know where to look. Did you know, for instance, that one of the world’s best and most unique business schools is right here in Bled? IEDC, or the Bled School of Management, was called by the Financial Times “the school with one of the most beautiful …
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Reedsy Live: How to Start a Story with Oksana Marafioti
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34:51🔍 Author Oksana Marafioti shares her top tips for beginning a story📝 Find a full transcript of this podcast episode here:https://blog.reedsy.com/live/how-to-start-a-story/By Reedsy
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Reedsy Live: Is Your Story Idea Any Good? with SJ Watson
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24:43🔍 Bestselling author SJ Watson shows you how to find those rare ideas with the potential to be novels. 📝 Find a full transcript of this podcast episode here:https://blog.reedsy.com/live/is-your-story-idea-any-good-with-sj-watson/By Reedsy
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Reedsy Live: How to Write Engaging Dialogue with Adina Edelman
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35:25🔍 Editor Adina Edelman reveals her top tips for crafting dialogue.📝 Find a full transcript of this podcast episode here:https://blog.reedsy.com/live/writing-dialogue-adina-edelman/By Reedsy
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The Bled Podcast | Episode 11: A King in Bled: An Exclusive Interview with LA Kings Ice Hockey Star Anze Kopitar
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29:10Anze Kopitar is a sure-fire hall of fame ice hockey player, the star of the Los Angeles Kings NHL team since 2006. He led them to two Stanley Cups and is considered one of the greatest hockey players in history. He's also one of Slovenia's most famous citizens--top level athletes are among the best informal ambassadors for tourism. Kopitar has anno…
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Reedsy Live: How to Refine the "Voice" of Your Book with Gabriela Pereira
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37:00🔍 TEDx speaker, author, and founder of DIY MFA Gabriela Pereira talks about the importance of understanding the "voice" of your writing📝 Find a full transcript of this podcast episode here:https://blog.reedsy.com/live/refining-voice/By Reedsy
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Kamnik, the National Costume Parade and Noah's Hometown
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19:08In this captivating Feel Slovenia podcast episode titled "Kamnik, the National Costume Parade and Noah's Hometown", Dr. Noah Charney takes you on a journey through the heart of Kamnik, Slovenia—a town bursting with history, tradition, and vibrant culture – and also his adopted hometown. Join Ksenija Mravlja, who runs the popular Beer Way Tasting To…
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Reedsy Live: Novel-Writing Q&A with Tom Bromley
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57:38🔍 Join Reedsy's head of learning for an open Q&A session📝 Find a full transcript of this podcast episode here:https://blog.reedsy.com/live/novel-writing-QA/By Reedsy
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Reedsy Live: How to Write Multiple POVs the "Game of Thrones" Way with Tracy Gold
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22:27🔍 Editor Tracy Gold reveals her top 5 tips for writing with multiple POVs, with a bit of help from George R.R. Martin📝 Find a full transcript of this podcast episode here:blog.reedsy.com/live/how-to-write-multiple-povs-the-game-of-thrones-way/By Reedsy
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The Bled Podcast | Episode 10: Climbing and Touring Bled's Neighbor, Bohinjska Bela
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11:51A short walk from bustling Bled is a beautiful village with a potentially confusing name. Bohinjska Bela is right next to Bled, but its name contains the word Bohinj, the other magnificent alpine lake that is 15 kilometers away. But Bohinjska Bela is a place that visitors to Bled should explore. You can walk a well-marked trail from Bled to the vil…
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Reedsy Live: How to Make a Literary Agent Read Your Entire Manuscript with Jon Darga
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27:04🔍 Literary agent Jon Darga reveals the 5 key elements you should include to make people read past the first 10 pages of your manuscript📝 Find a full transcript of this podcast episode here: blog.reedsy.com/live/agent-read-your-entire-manuscript/By Reedsy
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Reedsy Live: The Art of Storytelling in Non-Fiction with Harry Freedman
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21:25🔍 Author Harry Freedman shows how storytelling principles are at the heart of all good nonfiction writing📝 Find a full transcript of this podcast episode here: blog.reedsy.com/live/storytelling-in-nonfiction/By Reedsy
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Unpacking Slovenian Humour: A Journey Through Jokes and Laughter
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27:48In this light-hearted summer special of "Feel Slovenia the Podcast," Dr. Noah Charney takes you on an entertaining journey through Slovenian humour. He delves into what makes Slovenians laugh by engaging with three of the country’s top comedians – Boštjan Gorenc, Gašper Bergant and Perica Jerković. Charney reflects on his own experiences, including…
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