To nurture and enrich the established writer’s journey of all genres, age groups, and publishing paths through video podcasts, on-line classes, in-person retreats, and more.
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For authors and publishing professionals - we're talking all routes to publishing, book launches, book marketing, tips, tools, and resources to write, publish, and sell your book. Self-publishing, hybrid publishing, and traditional publishing. Author interviews and industry experts. Hosted by Alexa Bigwarfe of the Women in Publishing Summit. Formerly known as the PublishHer podcast.
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In Conversation with Terry Shepherd, award-winning broadcaster and author of the Jessica Ramirez Thrillers. A deep dive into the people and support systems behind the stories we love.
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The longest-running book marketing podcast in the world. This is the show for writers who want to build their platform, sell more books, and change the world with writing worth talking about. Whether you self publish or are with a traditional house, this podcast will make book promotion fun and easy. Thomas Umstattd Jr. interviews publishers, indie authors, and bestselling traditional authors about how to get published and sell more books.
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The Conor Gallagher Show is a podcast focused on the essence of what truly matters. From his unique perspective as a traditional Catholic, father of sixteen children, and CEO of multiple businesses, Conor tackles topics of substance. From raising kids, homesteading, and publishing classic books to spiritual warfare, woke ideology, and the Deep State, join Conor for fascinating conversations that shed new light on the ongoing journey of our second conversion.
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Science is experiencing a revolution. Preprints have accelerated the sharing of scientific findings and helped to make academia more equitable. Join our host, immunologist and open-science advocate, Dr Jonny Coates, as he explores the freshest science with the early career researchers who did the work; discussing their science, thoughts on academic life, publishing and much more. So sit back and join us as we dive into the fast-paced world of preprints and dismantle the outdated traditional ...
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Welcome to the grand debut of the Indie Author Showcase! Join us as we spotlight talented independent authors, dive into the challenges and triumphs of the indie author’s journey, and explore the ins and outs of writing and publishing!
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"Kind of a Big Book Deal" is the go-to podcast for entrepreneurs eager to dive into the world of traditional publishing. Hosted by Meghan Stevenson, a seasoned editor with deep roots in the publishing industry, this podcast is perfect for anyone dreaming of topping the bestseller lists. Meghan shares her wealth of experience, including securing over $5 million in book deals for her clients from giants like Penguin and Harper Collins. Each episode is packed with insider tips on snagging a boo ...
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Fiction Writing Made Easy | Top Creative Writing Podcast for Fiction Writers & Writing Tips
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Fiction Writing Made Easy is your go-to podcast for practical, no-fluff tips on how to write, edit, and publish a novel—from first draft to finished book. Hosted by developmental editor and book coach Savannah Gilbo, this show breaks down the fiction writing process into clear, actionable steps so you can finally make progress on your manuscript. Whether you're a first-time author or a seasoned writer looking to sharpen your skills, each episode offers insights on novel writing, story struct ...
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The art world and associated market are famously opaque and can at times be exclusive. Berlin based gallery director and educator Michael Dooney speaks with artists, curators and other professionals who share their personal experiences of this unique field. If you have ever felt unsure about walking into a gallery, wish to understand more about creativity or better understand how this complex industry works, then tune in every second Monday to hear the insightful conversations with these ins ...
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Turn your big ideas into a published book - without the traditional publishing headaches or the costly mistakes that plague first-time authors. Join multi-published author and ghostwriter Lynn "Elikqitie" Smargis of Unicorn Publishing Company as she pulls back the curtain on the world of modern publishing, showing professional speakers, executives, and thought leaders how to transform their expertise into compelling books that build their brand and legacy. Have you been struggling with impos ...
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Located in midtown Manhattan, Page Publishing is a traditional New York based full-service publishing house who rolls out the red carpet for every one of our authors.
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For novelists, memoirists and screenwriters who want to write stories their readers will love. Each week literary editors, Valerie Francis and Melanie Hill, use films to explain how to craft a story that hooks the reader on page one and holds their attention all the way to the end. The goal is simple: to learn from writers who have come before us...what worked well and what didn't work so well. If you're a writer who loves to write, this podcast is for you! "The only thing that matters, and ...
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Writing a nonfiction book is one thing. Publishing it with purpose—and turning it into a powerful platform for your business—is another. You’ve poured your heart into your nonfiction book—and now you’re ready to publish it, market it, and use it to grow your business. But with so many publishing options (self-publishing, hybrid, traditional), how do you choose the best one for your goals? Welcome to Your Path to Book Publishing—the podcast that guides nonfiction business and self-help author ...
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The Las Musas Podcast pulls back the veil and shares all the details about our publishing journeys, what debut year is really like, and how we're working towards creating a sustainable writing career in an industry still struggling with diversity, equity, and transparency.
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Self Publishing School: How To Write A Book That Grows Your Impact, Income, And Business
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Learn how to write an publish a book that changes lives. Every week, I interview your favorite authors - the most successful authors on the planet - to see how they write & launch their books and to learn how they use books to grow their business. I’m your host, Chandler Bolt - CEO of Self Publishing School / SelfPublishing.com and the host of the 7 Figure Principles Podcast. New episode every Wednesday. Watch a free training on how to write and publish a book in 90 days here: https://selfpu ...
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Rapier Publishing Company is a Christian publishing company that provides traditional and self-publishing services. Our goal is to provide you with quality and competent publishing services at competitive prices. We specialize in partner publishing, where you become part of the TEAM, working one on one in making sure your book is YOUR VOICE IN PRINT.
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The publishing industry is changing—fast. Hosted by Victoria Griffin, Modern Publishing explores how authors and industry professionals are innovating and defining the future of writing and publishing.
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Join my weekly discussions and interviews on Personal Branding | Personal Development | Publishing | Providing inspiration and teachings on branding, social media and authoring. I'm your host Bernard Kelvin Clive.
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Orange publishers , self book publishers in Kolkata that publish Bengali and English book. We are one of the trusted publishers in India with a strong editorial team who will not only edit the manuscript, but also make revision to your book’s content.
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Morgan James, The Entrepreneurial publisher, combining the freedom of self-publishing with the support of a traditional publishing house, presents an interview series with some of our new and veteran authors.
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Every episode we talk about common writing roadblocks. We interview publishing industry experts about how they overcame the hard things in their careers, and we give you our best tips to keep your stories rolling.
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The Junto Podcast unites entrepreneurs, artists, professionals, and individuals of strong character to improve themselves and their communities. Drawing inspiration from its 1727 namesake, the podcast fosters the sharing of business insights, engages in thoughtful discussions on a variety of subjects, and encourages the practical application of critical thinking. Our mission is to empower listeners and members to excel in their personal and professional lives and make a positive impact on th ...
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Everybody Hates Self-Publishing explores the good, the bad and the ugly of creating and producing your own work. Self-published authors will find advice on writing, book marketing and getting your book in bookstores. Aspiring writers will learn about being an indie publisher: Being an entrepreneur, creating your own DIY publishing house and thriving as an indie publisher means connecting with readers, booksellers and librarians and competing in a market that favors traditional publishing. Ho ...
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Print or eBook? Twitter or LinkedIn? Blogging, public speaking, or podcasting? Traditional, self-publishing, or hybrid? If you’re an author, ghostwriter or aspiring author, today’s publishing environment can feel like a maze that’s hard to navigate. Join me behind the scenes as I interview authors, business leaders and publishing industry experts about what it takes to successfully write, publish, and market a business book.
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Have you considered becoming a published Christian author? Publishing is the best way to build authority and become the "go-to" expert in your field. It's also one of the fastest ways to get clients and grow ministries consistently. In this podcast, Tamara “Coach Tam” Jackson will bring you behind-the-scenes insights and interviews with mission-driven entrepreneurs and ministry leaders that have published books to increase their exposure, impact, and income. You'll learn about how these auth ...
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The Black Romance Podcast features weekly conversations with Black writers, editors, and scholars of historical and contemporary popular romance fiction. Julie Moody-Freeman and guests talk about a range of experiences: their difficulties trying to publish love stories with Black characters; their favorite books; writing and teaching about black romance fiction; traditional vs self-publishing; publishing queer romance fiction; and their recently released books.
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Two writers, Shawn Smucker and Maile Silva, married to each other, explore the highs and lows of creativity, publishing, and the writing life.
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STORM THE GATES OF PUBLISHING with VP and literary agent Amanda Luedeke and novelist Charis Crowe. Teaming up to talk about both sides of publishing (self-publishing and traditional), Amanda and Charis share their combined twenty years of experience in the industry from both sides of the desk. They offer a glimpse behind the "gates" as they share the realities, opportunities, and difficulties of the publishing world. Amanda Luedeke is literary agent and Vice President at MacGregor and Luedek ...
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The trusted source for indie authors and/or publishers who aspire to be — or already are — changemakers. Your podcast hosts are Boni and John Wagner-Stafford of Ingenium Books. Publishing bi-weekly. Learn more at www.ingeniumbookspodcast.com.
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Write of Passage founder David Perell explores how consistently writing online will make you a magnet for people, ideas, and opportunities. Write of Passage is an online course that teaches a step-by-step method for publishing quality content and distributing your ideas. Writing online is fundamentally different from traditional writing. Listen for insights on creating and sharing ideas in the age of abundance.
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We are in a new age of publishing where the author has more creative control over how their book goes to market. Many have turned to self-publishing to break past the gatekeepers within traditional publishing. With as many as 50,000 new books being added to Amazon each month, and over 90,000 books about self-publishing on Amazon, we have learned two things: 1) The competition for selling books is only getting fiercer and most self-published books lack the polish and craft of traditionally pu ...
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Welcome to "Publishing Rebel," the podcast that breaks the rules and helps you kickstart your career as a successful nonfiction author and entrepreneur.Publishing Rebel shatters the status quo and empowers you to take control of your publishing journey.Are you tired of being stuck in the traditional publishing mold? Want to forge your own path and achieve success on your terms? Then join us as we explore the wild world of independent publishing, self-publishing, and alternative publishing mo ...
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What do you get when you let two bestselling authors loose on a microphone? This podcast! Welcome to Writers Off Topic - aka WOTpod - the podcast that takes a lighthearted dive into writing life. Hosts Craig Hallam and Miranda Dickinson will tell it like it is, sharing their many years of experience of traditional publishing, indie press publishing and self-publishing, with advice, embarrassing stories and more giggling than is strictly necessary. Each episode features a burning question and ...
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The History Quill Podcast is all about writing and publishing historical fiction. Brought to you by The History Quill and hosted by historical fiction authors Julia Kelly and Theodore Brun, each episode features a special guest sharing their insights and experiences. Some are bestselling historical fiction authors, others are aspiring writers sharing their journey so far, and others are industry insiders and experts. We cover writing craft, research, traditional publishing, self-publishing, ...
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Oh, how the world of fiction publishing has changed! What used to be Mom’s tea party (with agents and traditional book contracts and demure, knees-together seating) has become a wild house-party of bold self-publishing, mystical Amazon algorithms, seat-of-the-pants marketing and promotions. Experienced romance novelist and book coach Meredith Bond walks Pru Warren, her wide-eyed and unpublished co-host, through the real life of an author from the craft of writing and editing, through publish ...
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Interviews with Scholars of Religion about their New Books Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/religion
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Bernadine Fox brings a rare and powerful combination of lived experience, long-term disability rights advocacy, and creative insight to her role as host and producer of ReThreading Madness, the award-winning radio show and podcast that dares to shift how we think about mental health. A recipient of the 2022 Courage to Come Back Award, Bernadine is a white settler of Scottish, Irish, and French heritage with a familial connection to the Tsuut'ina nation. She has spent over 30 years advocating ...
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There are many talks on the internet about writing, but nothing like Write Pack Radio. Write Pack Radio features a panel of writers--traditional published, independent published, hybrirds, and hopefuls, who explore the maze of the writing industry.
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A fantasy writing advice podcast, hosted by Jed Herne, Rob J. Hayes, Michael R. Fletcher, and Dyrk Ashton. Past guests include: Will Wight, Anthony Ryan, John Gwynne, Adrian Tchaikovsky, Anna Smith Spark, Gareth Hanrahan, Brian Staveley, R. J. Barker, and more. Each episode, we discuss a topic related to writing, editing, publishing, or marketing. With over 30 books published by our hosts - through traditional and self-published routes - you're bound to find new insights. Or at least hear so ...
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Good Mourning is a collective of artists and thinkers dedicated to providing entertaining and socially conscious media in this new era. Our publishing house is the end of traditional romance novels; we publish only the best and most unique love stories that cover the spectrum of sexualities and cultures indiscriminately. Our weekly podcast reports not only on the problematic and progressive news of pop culture but on fandoms as a legitimate subculture as is evident by our tagline: reporting ...
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Welcome to Penned By Design, the podcast that delves into the craft of writing, publishing, and the captivating stories that ignite our imagination. With the author business constantly evolving and brimming with possibilities, we're here to guide you through every step. Have a book burning inside you, yearning to be told? Or perhaps a tale itching to be shared with the world? Tune in as we connect with fellow authors who've experienced the highs and lows of being creative entrepreneurs. Whet ...
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James Altucher interviews the world's leading peak performers in every area of life. But instead of giving you the typical success story, James digs deeper to find the "Choose Yourself" story - these are the moments we relate to... when someone rises up from personal struggle to reinvent themselves. The James Altucher Show brings you into the lives of peak-performers: billionaires, best-selling authors, rappers, astronauts, athletes, comedians, actors, and the world champions in every field, ...
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We are a small independent publisher in the South West predominately specialising in promoting spoken word artists. We aim to dispel the assumption that performance poetry does not transfer well to page as well as give emerging and established artist opportunities to be published where they might be rejected from other traditional poetry publishers. As well as poetry, we publish indie fiction, please have a look at our webstore for new release and popular titles. http://burningeyebooks.bigca ...
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Writing Break is an ad-free, award-winning podcast for writers. Take a break with America’s Editor and learn her best writing tips, catch up on the latest publishing industry news, and recharge with a fellow book lover who understands the plight of the writer.
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The Out of Body Experiences podcast is co-hosted by Thomas Greco, President of Greco Publishing, Eddie Day, owner of Collision Restoration and Alicia Figurelli, Vice President of Greco Publishing. The Out of Body Experiences podcast will bring you an entertaining and informative look at the collision repair industry with entertaining being the key word. Our goal is to talk about the issues affecting collision repairers but in a less than traditional way. We want you to learn a little bit and ...
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Welcome to The Academic Revolution Podcast, hosted by Inga Hofmann, MD, a Harvard-trained Pediatric Oncologist, Physician Leadership Coach, and Founder of the Physician Scientists Coaching Program. If you are like most academic physicians, you want to know the secret to creating a highly successful academic career, without sacrificing your personal life. But the truth is that the traditional academic system is broken, leaving more and more professionals like you wanting to give up. However, ...
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In this subject, students study current theories of literature, with a focus on genres relating to children's literature as a form of social practice. Topics covered include critical analysis, traditional story forms, modernist and postmodern picture books, emerging formats, fantasy and realistic fiction, non-fiction and poetry.
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E17: Navigating Judgments: Personal vs. Righteous
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In Episode 17 of the Junto Podcast, host Edgar Mills delves into the complexities of personal and righteous judgment, exploring how our opinions are shaped by biases versus established philosophies and faiths. Through a juxtaposition of Christian and secular perspectives, Edgar discusses the pitfalls of personal judgment, often seen as hypocritical…
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Irving (Yitz) Greenberg, "The Triumph of Life: A Narrative Theology of Judaism" (Jewish Publication Society. 2024)
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The Triumph of Life is Rabbi Irving Greenberg’s magnum opus—a narrative of the relationship between God and humanity as expressed in the Jewish journey through modernity, the Holocaust, the creation of Israel, and the birth of Judaism’s next era. Greenberg describes Judaism’s utopian vision of a world created by a God who loves life, who invites hu…
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The Miracle Club: when the hero is also the villain
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THE MIRACLE CLUB is a multiple protagonist, miniplot, story. That means that each protagonist is also an antagonist. Sounds cool, right? But how the heck do you pull it off? Well one of the ways is to give each POV character her own villain's monologue. This film misses on one character and you just have to hear what happens to the story because of…
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Crazy Finance: Episode 2 - Is College Still Worth It?
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A Note from James: When I first said that college was a scam, people thought I was joking—or worse. But I wasn’t. If you’re 18 and listening to this, don’t go to college. And if you’re a parent, don’t send your kid without doing the math. College doesn’t guarantee a better life anymore. In fact, it could cost you years of freedom, tens of thousands…
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Ever wonder how some authors consistently sell a thousand books a month? What marketing tactics are they using? How can I get those results too? In the latest episode of the Novel Marketing Podcast, I talk with Susan Neal, author of nine books and CEO of the Christian Indie Publishing Association. Susan shares how she layers her marketing efforts—f…
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Courage to Come Back: Theresa Duggan’s Journey and Richard Lett chats about his Art
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Courage to Come Back Winner in Mental Health: Theresa Duggan’s Journey From childhood trauma to becoming a beacon of hope for others, Theresa Duggan’s story is one of resilience and transformation. After surviving years of sexual abuse and a suicide attempt 12 years ago, she struggled with undiagnosed bipolar disorder for much of her life — so para…
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I'm joined by the insightful Virginia from Podcast Abundance to explore the dynamic intersection of podcasting and writing as powerful tools for building your brand and expanding your reach. Together, we promise to guide you through the steps to leverage self-publishing and podcasting to build trust, expand your audience, and create a lasting legac…
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#203. Why Writing Advice Is Keeping You Stuck (And What to Do Instead)
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All those writing articles you've bookmarked? They might be the exact reason you can't finish your novel. Here's what's really happening—and the simple shift that changes everything. You know that browser folder labeled "Writing Advice"? The one with 147 articles about plot structure and 83 posts on character development? Yeah, that one. What if I …
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EPISODE 79: The Six P's of Well-Being in the Publishing Industry with Danielle Render Termeaud
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Send us a text This episode of Wayward Writers features senior literary agent Heather Cashman, authors Stephanie Bearce and Nicki Jacobsmeyer, and special guest Danielle Render Termeaud. The discussion focuses on the intersection between mental health and the writing journey. Danielle, a trauma therapist and author, introduces her six Ps framework,…
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Writing a Book Is a Team Sport: How to Build the Right Author Support Team
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You may be the only name on the cover—but behind every successful nonfiction book is a team of experts who helped bring it to life. In this episode of Your Path to Book Publishing, we’re talking about why writing and publishing a book is a team sport—and who you actually need on your side to finish strong, reach readers, and build your author busin…
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Elizabeth Shakman Hurd, "Heaven Has a Wall: Religion, Borders, and the Global United States" (U of Chicago Press, 2025)
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Our national conversation about the border has taken a religious turn. When televangelists declare, “Heaven has a wall,” activists shout back, “Jesus was a refugee.” For Elizabeth Shakman Hurd, the standoff makes explicit a longstanding truth: borders are religious as well as political objects. In this book, Hurd argues that Americans share a bipar…
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Marc Herman, "After Revelation: The Rabbinic Past in the Medieval Islamic World" (U of Pennsylvania Press, 2025)
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After Revelation: The Rabbinic Past in the Medieval Islamic World offers a dynamic new perspective on medieval Jewish legal thought and its integration in the wider Islamic world. Here, Marc D. Herman demonstrates that Jews were fully conversant in their contemporaries' ideas about revelation, law, and legal interpretation. Bookended by the two lum…
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Episode 16 - From Self-Publishing To a Three-Book Deal with Denise Duffield-Thomas
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What if your messy first draft could become a bestselling book? In this episode of Kind of a Big Book Deal, Denise Duffield-Thomas opens up about her journey from self-publishing her first book Lucky Bitch to landing a traditional deal with Hay House. She shares how imposter syndrome nearly stopped her, how she turned early success into industry cr…
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Gary Kulik, "Conscientious Objectors at War: The Vietnam War's Forgotten Medics" (Texas Tech UP, 2025)
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During the war in Vietnam, thousands of young men served as conscientious objector medics. They had been certified by their local draft boards as noncombatants, but many would know intense combat nonetheless. Without weapons training, they ran through the infantry lines, answering the desperate call, "Medic!" Many displayed exemplary heroism even a…
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Jessica Patterson, "Religion, Enlightenment and Empire: British Interpretations of Hinduism in the Eighteenth Century"
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In the second half of the eighteenth century, several British East India Company servants published accounts of what they deemed to be the original and ancient religion of India. Drawing on what are recognised today as the texts and traditions of Hinduism, these works fed into a booming enlightenment interest in Eastern philosophy. At the same time…
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Daniel C. Matt, "Becoming Elijah: Prophet of Transformation" (Yale UP, 2022)
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Elijah is a zealous prophet, attacking idolatry and injustice, championing God. He performs miracles, restoring life and calling down fire. When his earthly life ends, he vanishes in a whirlwind, carried off to heaven in a fiery chariot. Was this a spectacular death, or did Elijah escape death entirely? The latter view prevailed. Though residing in…
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Claudia Setzer, "The Progressives' Bible: How Scriptural Interpretation Built a More Just America" (Fortress Publishers, 2024)
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In her book, The Progressives' Bible: How Scriptural Interpretation Built a More Just America, (Fortress Press, 2024), Claudia Setzer argues that while conservative groups have often appealed to the Bible to support their positions, so too have many progressive voices rooted in the Bible, seeing their struggles in its narratives and characters, and…
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Ahmad Greene-Hayes, "Underworld Work: Black Atlantic Religion Making in Jim Crow New Orleans" (U of Chicago Press, 2025)
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A rethinking of African American religious history that focuses on the development and evolution of Africana spiritual traditions in Jim Crow New Orleans. When Zora Neale Hurston traveled to New Orleans, she encountered a religious underworld, a beautiful anarchy of spiritual life. In Underworld Work, Ahmad Greene-Hayes follows Hurston on a journey…
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Crazy Finance: Episode 1 – Why Buying a House Might Be the Worst Financial Decision
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A Note from James: Owning a home has been sold to us as the American dream. But what if it's actually a financial nightmare? In this episode, I talk with my friend Doug Hill about why I think buying a house is a bad idea—not just a little bad, but one of the worst investments you can make. Doug and I disagree on some points, and that's the fun part…
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In Episode 16 of the Junto Podcast, host Edgar Mills delves into the themes of inspiration, education, mentorship, and motivation, drawing from his diverse career experiences. He recounts his journey from a bike messenger facing the trials of city life to a career in the military, including special forces, where he honed leadership and problem-solv…
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Querying Lit Agents, Part 3: How to Write a Query Letter Without Losing Your Mind
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In today’s episode of Writing Break, we’re dog-sitting, dodging deadlines, and diving deep into the dreaded query letter. 🛋️ Overthinking Couch Topics: The classic 3-part structure of a fiction query letter What makes a strong nonfiction pitch A breakdown of the 7 essential parts of a book proposal The 5 most common query mistakes 🎧 Catch up on the…
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Rachel Fell McDermott and Daniel F. Polish, "A Hindu-Jewish Conversation: Root Traditions in Dialogue" (Lexington Books, 2024)
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This book engages historically and theologically with the Hindu and Jewish traditions, covering conceptions of the divine, religious heroes, women, devotional literature, theodicy, land, and nationalist claims on it, and social differentiation and oppression. Scholarly considerations are enriched with actual conversations between Hindus and Jews. L…
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Mythic Memoir: Reclaiming Your Story Through Fairy Tales with Elisabeth Sharp McKetta {ep. 173}
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In this energizing episode, Alexa chats with Elisabeth Sharp McKetta—author of 13 books and writing instructor at both Harvard and Oxford—about the concept of “mythic memoir.” If you've ever struggled to tell your story, especially one rooted in pain, Elisabeth offers a transformational framework: use fairy tales and myths to reframe your life expe…
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Valerie’s focus on the villain’s monologue in She Said was always going to be risky because we’d have to hear Harvey Weinstein's justification but justification requires the villain owning his stuff! What’s interesting is not what’s said but who says it. There’s also differences between the turning points in this movie and the others we’ve watched,…
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How to Work With a PR Firm to Promote Your Book
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Publicity has always been important for authors. Mark Twain promoted his books by writing letters to the paper, and even Agatha Christie, who was known for being very private, still did interviews with prominent newspapers. Yet some authors think this kind of publicity is old-fashioned. In a world dominated by social media, do we even need traditio…
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From Flies to Fathers; regulators of spermatogenesis
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This week we discuss the regulation of spermatogenesis and the strength of a of wet/dry lab combo with Rion Brattig-Correia and Joana M. Almeida, a Senior Data Science Manager at NielsenIQ (Rion) and a PhD Student (Joana). Read the full work -> https://elifesciences.org/articles/95774 This episode was produced by Sonia Gomes Pereira and edited by S…
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On this episode of the Las Musas podcast, we’ll be talking with our accomplished book series authors: Lulu Delacre, Hilda Burgos, Lourdes Heuer, and Terry Jennings. For more info, check out the Latinx Storytellers Conference site. Thank you to our wonderful host: Aixa Pérez-Prado! If you enjoy our podcasts, please consider buying a …
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How to Monetize Your Book with an Online Course
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Join me and my truly inspiring guest, Dr. Lucas Marino, in a conversation about monetizing your book. Dr. Marino, a former military engineer turned author and course creator, joins us to share his journey from traditional labor to innovative entrepreneurship. We dive deep into how he successfully transitioned his expertise into self-published books…
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Vatican Reporter Christopher White has just written book about Pope Leo XIV, our new Holy Father, an American, an Augustinian, from Chicago, from Perú; it’s a biography, but it also places Pope Leo in the Context of the Second Vatican Council, the legacy of Leo XIII and especially his predecessor Pope Francis and the synodal church of the last few …
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#202. Student Spotlight: How Kara Kentley Turned a Messy Draft Into a Published Romance (and How You Can Too)
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After years of rewriting the same sagging middle and juggling two confusing timelines, Kara Kentley discovered the romance structure secrets that transformed her messy draft into a published novel that sells daily. Today I'm chatting with Kara Kentley, contemporary romance author of Another Summer and a Notes to Novel graduate, about how learning g…
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This week, we welcome Thomas Cullen—federal trial judge, former U.S. attorney, and now debut novelist—to discuss his powerful new book, Charlie-Man. Set in Richmond, Virginia during the sweltering summer of 1994, Charlie-Man is a poignant coming-of-age novel that explores teenage love, identity, and the emotional challenges of growing up in the Ame…
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What an Amazon Bestselling Book Really Means
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You’ve seen the titles: Amazon Bestseller, Wall Street Journal Bestseller, New York Times Bestseller. But what does it actually take to become a bestselling author—and is it worth it? In this episode of Your Path to Book Publishing, we break down the different types of Amazon bestseller statuses, how they work, and what they mean for your book’s su…
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EPISODE 78: I've Signed With An Agent: NOW WHAT?
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Send us a text In this episode of Way-Word Writers, senior literary agent Heather Cashman, along with authors and writing coaches Stephanie Bearce and Nicki Jacobsmeyer, discuss the exhilarating and often complex phase that follows signing with a literary agent. They emphasize the importance of celebrating this achievement while remaining realistic…
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Erin Louis Unfiltered: From Strip Clubs to Storytelling in Dirty Thoughts and Stripper Noir
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In this bold and unfiltered episode of Indie Author Showcase, we sit down with the unapologetically honest and hilarious Erin Louis—author of Dirty Thoughts and Awkward Boners, South of Heaven, and Stripper Noir. Erin shares her journey from life as a stripper to becoming a fierce, sex-positive indie author tackling everything from awkward truths t…
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Laurie Denyer Willis, "Go with God: Political Exhaustion and Evangelical Possibility in Suburban Brazil" (U California Press, 2023)
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Through deep attention to sense and feeling, Go with God grapples with the centrality of Evangelical faith in Rio de Janeiro's subúrbios, the city's expansive and sprawling peripheral communities. Based on sensory ethnographic fieldwork and attuned to religious desire and manipulation, this book shows how Evangelical belief has changed the way peop…
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Daniel I. Block, "Hearing the Gospel According to Moses Volume 2: Chapters 12-23" (Inspirata, 2024)
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Some time ago, we spoke with Daniel Block about volume 1 of his Deuteronomy commentary, Hearing the Gospel According to Moses. Tune in as we hear from Dan now about his second volume, on chapters 12-23 of Deuteronomy, which he characterizes as “Responding to the grace of the LORD with righteous living.” Daniel Block is the Gunther H. Knoedler Profe…
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Michelin Stars, Tragedy, and the Discipline to Be Great | Chef Curtis Duffy
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A Note from James: So Chef Curtis Duffy—he’s won Michelin Stars, a James Beard Award. He’s been on Netflix’s Iron Chef, was a judge on Top Chef season 21, and he’s even shown up in The Bear. He runs the Chicago restaurants Ever and Grace, and he wrote this incredible memoir called Fireproof: Memoir of a Chef. I could list all the accolades, but wha…
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Querying Literary Agents, Part 2: Where the Lit Agents Are and How to Find Yours
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Today we’re (finally!) continuing our four-part series on querying literary agents. Whether you're writing fiction or nonfiction, querying without doing your homework is like picking a random person off a dock and asking them to captain your boat across the ocean. In this episode, I'm sharing how to research literary agents and find the ones most l…
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Ilanit Loewy Shacham, "Empire Inside Out: Religion, Conquest, and Community in Kṛṣṇadevarāya's Āmuktamālyada" (Oxford UP, 2024)
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Examining the interplay of religion, history, and literature through a case study of King Krsnadevaraya's celebrated Telugu poem Āmuktamālyada, Ilanit Loewy Shacham showcases the groundbreaking worldview that this often-overlooked poem embodies. Krsnadevaraya (r.1509-1529) ruled over the Vijayanagara Empire during its heyday, and his monumental poe…
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Bonus: Making Time To Write: How 3 Busy Writers Finished Their First Drafts
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What if the reason you haven't written your novel has nothing to do with how many hours are in your day? "I don't have time to write" might be the most common excuse that stops aspiring authors before they even start. But here’s what I’ve learned after working with hundreds of writers… It’s not about how much time you have that matters. It’s about …
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The Story of Civilization: The Hit Homeschool Curriculum Celebrates 10 Years | Phillip Campbell
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How do you write a history of the world? In this compelling episode of The Conor Gallagher Show, author and historian Phillip Campbell explains exactly how he did just that ten years ago when he wrote the homeschool curriculum The Story of Civilization. Campbell shares his journey with Conor and his brother Kevin, from mayor to author, emphasizing …
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From Anxious Author to Bold Promoter: How Kae Wagner Built a Book Marketing Mindset {ep. 172}
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In this inspiring episode of the podcast, Alexa Bigwarfe sits down with Kae Wagner—award-winning author, founder of the Bold Authors Network, and creator of the Bold Author Bootcamp. Kae shares her journey from anxious introvert to confident book promoter, breaking down the mindset shifts and practical strategies that helped her go from giving away…
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Alexus McLeod, "Myth and Identity in the Martial Arts: Creating the Dragon" (Lexington Books, 2025)
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Myth and Identity in the Martial Arts: Creating the Dragon (Lexington Books, 2025) is a study of the role of myth and ideology in the formation of social identity, focusing on a variety of communities of practice involving the martial arts in East Asian and Western history. Alexus McLeod argues that myths of the martial arts should not be understoo…
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The antagonist drives the middle of a story, so what happens when the antagonist is a really weak character? Well, if you're a filmmaker and can cast Emilio Estevez, you might get away with it. If you're a novelist, you're in trouble. This week, Melanie and I take a look at The Mighty Ducks where the story is thin but the ice is thick. While this m…
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What does ChatGPT Actually Know About Your Book?
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You’ve optimized your book for AI, updated your website, polished your metadata, maybe even watched our AI Optimization for Authors episode. But how do you know if any of it is working? In this week’s episode, you’ll discover how to measure your AI optimization success. Because the hard truth is that if ChatGPT, Grok, or Gemini doesn’t know your bo…
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Challenging traditional art hierarchies and recontextualising photography with New York gallerist Bruce Silverstein
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In part two of our conversation with New York gallerist Bruce Silverstein, we delve deeper into his evolving gallery vision, his commitment to challenging traditional art hierarchies, and his dedication to championing overlooked artists. Bruce reflects on the inaugural exhibition at his new gallery location, Photographer as Sculptor, Sculptor as Ph…
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How to Preserve Your Brand for the Next Generation
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Ways to Preserve Your Brand for the Next Generation “Documentation is the oxygen your business needs to breathe beyond your lifetime.” — Bernard Kelvin Clive We often speak of legacy like it’s a retirement plan—something to think about in our twilight years, after the work is done. But legacy isn’t built at the end; it’s shaped in every intentional…
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Hello, fellow writers and aspiring authors! Let’s dive into a topic that often piques the curiosity of self-publishing authors: Can your ghostwriter also be your editor? The answer is a resounding yes, but not all ghostwriters provide this dual service. As someone who offers both, I believe in a one-stop-shop approach for writers looking to polish …
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Matthew Hongoltz-Hetling, "The Ghost Lab: How Bigfoot Hunters, Mediums, and Alien Enthusiasts Are Wrecking Science" (PublicAffairs, 2025)
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In this episode, New Books Network host Nina Bo Wagner talks to Matthew Hongoltz-Hetling about his recently published book The Ghost Lab: How Bigfoot Hunters, Mediums, and Alien Enthusiasts Are Wrecking Science (PublicAffairs, 2025). They talk about the process of writing the book, including delving deep into the local paranomal community in New Ha…
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How UFC Champion Miesha Tate Overcame Rock Bottom with a Resilient Mindset
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A Note from James: Miesha Tate—at first, I’ve got to admit, I didn’t know much about UFC or MMA. But Miesha was the World Bantamweight Champion, and she fought Ronda Rousey—probably the most famous female fighter in the sport. I watched one of their fights, and honestly, I don’t know how I’d survive even a quarter of a second. But the conversation …
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