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DebutifulDebutifulFirst Taste: Jayson Greene Reads From UnWorldSign up for our emails to never miss an interview, book excerpt, cover reveal, or book review. On every First Taste Reading Series episode, a writer introduces their book and reads a selection from it. Jayson Greene, author of UnWorld, reads an excerpt from his debut novel. You can purchase a copy of the book here: https://bookshop.org/a/339/9781646222513   Links!   Jayson Greene on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/greenejayson   Debutiful on the Internet: https://www.debutiful.net Deb...2025-06-2407 minDebutifulDebutifulFirst Taste: Lydi Conklin Reads From Songs of No ProvenanceSign up for our emails to never miss an interview, book excerpt, cover reveal, or book review. On every First Taste Reading Series episode, a writer introduces their book and reads a selection from it. Lydi Conklin, author of Songs of No Provenance, reads an excerpt from their debut novel. You can purchase a copy of the book here: https://bookshop.org/a/339/9781646222513   Links! Lydi Conklin on the Internet: https://www.lydia-conklin.com/ Lydi Conklin on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lydiconklin L...2025-06-1108 minDebutifulDebutifulFirst Taste: Beena Kamlani Reads From The English ProblemSign up for our emails to never miss an interview, book excerpt, cover reveal, or book review. On every First Taste Reading Series episode, a writer introduces their book and reads a selection from it. Beena Kamlani, author of The English Problem, reads an excerpt from her debut novel. You can purchase a copy of the book here: https://bookshop.org/a/339/9780593798461   Links! Beena Kamlani on the Internet: https://www.beenakamlani.com/ Beena Kamlani on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/beenakamlani Debutiful o...2025-05-2108 minDebutifulDebutifulFirst Taste: Sarah Aziza Reads From The Hollow HalfSign up for our emails to never miss an interview, book excerpt, cover reveal, or book review. On every First Taste Reading Series episode, a writer introduces their book and reads a selection from it. Sarah Aziza, author of The Hollow Half, reads an excerpt from her debut memoir. You can purchase a copy of the book here: https://www.sarahaziza.com/   Links! Sarah Aziza on the Internet: https://www.sarahaziza.com/ Sarah Aziza on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sarahazizawrites Sarah A...2025-04-2310 minDebutifulDebutifulWhen the Harvest Comes by Denne Michele Norris: An Intimate Third Date ConversationSign up for our emails to never miss an interview, book excerpt, cover reveal, or book review. Denne Michele Norris, author of When the Harvest Comes, joined the podcast to discuss getting over false starts, building community, and finding Big Chief's truth. You can purchase a copy of the book here: https://bookshop.org/a/339/9780593729601   Links! Denne Michele Norris on the Internet: https://www.dennemichele.com/ Denne Michele Norris on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thedennemichele Denne Michele Norris on Blue Sky: https://bsky.a...2025-04-1657 minDebutifulDebutifulBig Chief by Jon Hickey: From False Starts to Finding the Book's PathSign up for our emails to never miss an interview, book excerpt, cover reveal, or book review. Jon Hickey, author of Big Chief, joined the podcast to discuss getting over false starts, building community, and finding Big Chief's truth. You can purchase a copy of the book here: https://bookshop.org/a/339/9781668046463   Links! Jon Hickey on the Internet: https://www.jonvhickey.com/ Jon Hickey on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jonvhickey Jon Hickey on Blue Sky: https://bsky.app/profile/jonvhickey.bsky.social Debutiful o...2025-04-0937 minDebutifulDebutifulFirst Taste: Lena Moses-Schmitt Reads From True MistakesSign up for our emails to never miss an interview, book excerpt, cover reveal, or book review. On every First Taste Reading Series episode, a writer introduces their book and reads a selection from it. Lena Moses-Schmitt, author of True Mistakes, reads three poems from her debut poetry collection. You can purchase a copy of the book here: https://bookshop.org/a/339/9781682262702   Links! Lena Moses-Schmitt on the Internet: https://www.lenamoses-schmitt.com/ Lena Moses-Schmitt on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lenamschmitt Lena M...2025-04-0108 minDebutifulDebutifulLuminous by Silvia Park: Finding the Right Way to Tell the Story You Need to TellSign up for our emails to never miss an interview, book excerpt, cover reveal, or book review. Siliva Park, author of Luminous, joined the podcast to discuss the use of pronouns in Korean, starting their debut as a middle-grade novel, and writing sibling stories. You can purchase a copy of the book here: https://bookshop.org/a/339/9781668021668   Links! Silvia Park on the Internet: https://www.silviapark.com/ Silvia Park on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/park_silvia/ Silvia Park on Twitter: https://www.twitter.c...2025-03-2039 minDebutifulDebutifulWe Pretty Pieces of Flesh by Colwill Brown: How Doncaster and Disability Shaped and Re-Shaped Her WritingSign up for our emails to never miss an interview, book excerpt, cover reveal, or book review. Colwill Brown, author of We Pretty Pieces of Flesh, joined the podcast to discuss how growing up in Doncaster, coming to terms with a long-term invisible disability, and how this novel came to her on a bench. You can purchase a copy of the book here: https://bookshop.org/a/339/9781250342881   Links! Colwill Brown on the Internet: https://www.colwillbrown.me/ Colwill Brown on Instagram: https://www.instagram.c...2025-03-1238 minDebutifulDebutifulGuatemalan Rhapsody by Jared Lemus: Getting Stories to Work on the Fundamental LevelSign up for our emails to never miss an interview, book excerpt, cover reveal, or book review. Jared Lemus, author of Guatemalan Rhapsody, joined the podcast to discuss how Guatemala inspires him, being a pantser with a belt, what he means by "the fundamental level," and the difference between writing a short story and a novel.   You can purchase a copy of the book here: https://bookshop.org/a/339/9780063381643   Links! Jared Lemus on the Internet: https://www.jaredlemus.com/ Jared Lemus on In...2025-03-0538 minDebutifulDebutifulFirst Taste: Sarah Lyn Rogers Reads From Cosmic TantrumSign up for our emails to never miss an interview, book excerpt, cover reveal, or book review. On every First Taste Reading Series episode, a writer will introduce their book and read a selection from it. Sarah Lyn Rogers, author of Cosmic Tantrum, reads three poems from her debut poetry collection. You can purchase a copy of the book here: https://bookshop.org/a/339/9780810147935   Links! Sarah Lyn Rogers on the Internet: https://www.sarahlynrogers.com/ Sarah Lyn Rogers on Instagram: https://www.i...2025-02-2609 minDebutifulDebutifulLoca by Alejandro Heredia: An Ode to The Bronx, Dominican Culture, and QueernessSign up for our emails to never miss an interview, book excerpt, cover reveal, or book review. Alejandro Heredia, author of Loca, joined the podcast to discuss the interiority of characters, why he wrote about the Dominican Village in the Bronx, immigration, and queerness.   You can purchase a copy of the book here: https://bookshop.org/a/339/9781668050460   Links! Alejandro Heredia on the Internet: https://www.aleheredia.com/ Alejandro Heredia on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/aleherex/ Alejandro Heredia on Twitter: https://twitter.co...2025-02-1938 minDebutifulDebutifulFirst Taste: Freda Epum Reads From The Gloomy Girl Variety ShowSign up for our emails to never miss an interview, book excerpt, cover reveal, or book review. On every First Taste Reading Series episode, a writer will introduce their book and read a selection from it. Freda Epum, author of The Gloomy Girl Variety Show, reads a short excerpt from her debut memoir. You can purchase a copy of the book here: https://bookshop.org/a/339/9781558613102   Links! Freda Epum on the Internet: http://www.fredaepum.com/ Freda Epum on Instagram: https://www.i...2025-02-1307 minDebutifulDebutifulThe Edge of Water by Olufunke Grace Bankole: How to Embrace The UnknownSign up for our emails to never miss an interview, book excerpt, cover reveal, or book review. Olufunke Grace Bankole, author of The Edge of Water, joined the podcast to discuss the power of coffee, taking an untraditional path to publishing, and why embracing the unknown can lead to success.   You can purchase a copy of the book here: https://bookshop.org/a/339/9781963108057   Links! Olufunke Grace Bankole on the Internet: https://www.olufunkegracebankole.com/ Olufunke Grace Bankole on Instagram: https://www.instagram.co...2025-02-0541 minDebutifulDebutifulFirst Taste: Kyle Paoletta Reads From American OasisSign up for our emails to never miss an interview, book excerpt, cover reveal, or book review. On every First Taste Reading Series episode, a writer will introduce their book and read a selection from it. Kyle Paoletta, author of American Oasis: Finding the Future in the Cities of the Southwest, reads a short excerpt from his debut nonfiction book. You can purchase a copy of the book here: https://bookshop.org/a/339/9780553387377   Links! Kyle Paoletta on the Internet: https://www.kylepaoletta.c...2025-01-2905 minDebutifulDebutifulGood Girl by Aria Aber: Finding Character DesireSign up for our emails to never miss an interview, book excerpt, cover reveal, or book review. Aria Aber, author of Good Girl, joined the podcast to discuss always wanting to be an artist of some kind, writing in English vs German or Farsi, and figuring out how to find her characters' desires. You can purchase a copy of the book here: https://bookshop.org/a/339/9780593731116   Links! Aria Aber on the Internet: https://www.ariaaber.com/ Aria Aber on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/a...2025-01-2230 minDebutifulDebutifulFirst Taste: Maria Zoccola Reads From Helen of Troy, 1993Sign up for our emails to never miss an interview, book excerpt, cover reveal, or book review. On every First Taste Reading Series episode, a writer will introduce their book and read a selection from it. Maria Zoccola, author of Helen of Troy, 1993, reads three poems from her debut poetry collection. You can purchase a copy of the book here: https://bookshop.org/a/339/9781668046333   Links! Maria Zoccola on the Internet: https://www.mariazoccola.com/ Maria Zoccola on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/m...2025-01-1509 minDebutifulDebutifulHomeseeking by Karissa Chen: Exploring Long Lost Romantic and Familial Love Sign up for our emails to never miss an interview, book excerpt, cover reveal, or book review. Karissa Chen, author of Homeseeking, joined the podcast to discuss how her MFA at Sarah Lawrence gave her confidence as a writer, how being a lit mag editor helped shape her own writing, and how she explores that romantic and familial love can endure despite distance and time in Homeseeking. You can purchase a copy of the book here: https://bookshop.org/a/339/9780593712993   Links! Karissa C...2025-01-0838 minDebutifulDebutifulFirst Taste: Julian Zabalbeascoa Reads From What We Tried to Bury Grows HereDISCOVER THE BEST DEBUT BOOKS OF 2024! DISCOVER THE MOST ANTICIPATED DEBUT BOOKS OF 2025! Sign up for our emails to never miss an interview, book excerpt, cover reveal, or book recommendations. Welcome to the First Taste Reading Series on Debutiful. This is a series in which writers read a short excerpt from their book so readers can whet their appetites with delicious writing. Today, JULIAN ZABALBEASCOA reads an excerpt from their debut book, What We Tried to Bury Grows Here!   You can purchase a copy of the book here: https://bo...2024-12-3012 minDebutifulDebutifulFirst Taste: Marguerite Sheffer Reads From The Man in the Banana TreesWelcome to the First Taste Reading Series on Debutiful. This is a weekly series in which writers read a short excerpt from their book so readers can whet their appetites with delicious writing. Today, MARGUERITE SHEFFER reads an excerpt from their debut book, The Man in the Banana Trees!   You can purchase a copy of the book here: https://bookshop.org/a/339/9781609389956   DISCOVER THE BEST DEBUT BOOKS OF 2024!   Marguerite Sheffer on the Internet: https://www.margueritesheffer.com/ Marguerite Sheffer on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mlens...2024-11-2511 minDebutifulDebutifulMaya Kessler - RosenfeldMaya Kessler, the author of Rosenfeld, joined the podcast to discuss being a perfectionist, writing sex, and what is and isn't lost in translated literature. You can purchase a copy of the book here: https://bookshop.org/a/339/9781668053454   Maya Kessler on the Internet: https://www.mayakessler.com/about/ Maya Kessler on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/maya_kessler/   Debutiful on the Internet: https://www.debutiful.net Debutiful on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/debutiful Debutiful on Blue Sky: https://bsky.app/profile/debutiful.bsky...2024-11-2045 minDebutifulDebutifulMarie Tierney - Deadly AnimalsMarie Tierney, the author of Deadly Animals, joined the podcast to discuss bleak endings, whodunnit vs whydunnit books, and why animals fascinate her. You can purchase a copy of the book here: https://bookshop.org/a/339/9781250357595   Debutiful on the Internet: https://www.debutiful.net Debutiful on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/debutiful Debutiful on Blue Sky: https://bsky.app/profile/debutiful.bsky.social Debutiful on Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/debutiful 2024-11-1432 minDebutifulDebutifulFirst Taste: Patricia Coral Reads From Women Surrounded By WaterWelcome to the First Taste Reading Series on Debutiful. This is a weekly series in which writers read a short excerpt from their book so readers can whet their appetites with delicious writing. Today, PATRICIA CORAL reads an excerpt from their debut book, Women Surrounded By Water!   You can purchase a copy of the book here: https://bookshop.org/a/339/9780814259252   Patricia Coral on the Internet: https://www.patriciacoral.com/ Patricia Coral on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/_patriciacoral_ Patricia Coral on Twitter: _https://www.twitter.com/_patriciacoral_ 2024-11-1108 minDebutifulDebutifulRuthvika Rao - The Fertile EarthRuthvika Rao, the author of The Fertile Earth, joined the podcast to discuss a career pivot, letting her characters drive the story, and how to crystalize time on the page. You can purchase a copy of the book here: https://bookshop.org/a/339/9781250899903   Ruthvika Rao on the Internet: https://www.ruthvikarao.com/ Ruthvika Rao on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ruthvikarao Ruthvika Rao on Twitter: https://twitter.com/ruthvikarao   Debutiful on the Internet: https://www.debutiful.net Debutiful on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com...2024-11-0726 minDebutifulDebutifulFirst Taste: Cameron Walker Reads From How to Capture CarbonWelcome to the First Taste Reading Series on Debutiful. This is a weekly series in which writers read a short excerpt from their book so readers can whet their appetites with delicious writing. Today, CAMERON WALKER reads an excerpt from their debut book, How to Capture Carbon!   You can purchase a copy of the book here: https://bookshop.org/a/339/9798990014947 Cameron Walker on the Internet: https://www.cameronwalker.net Cameron Walker on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/applepieandink     Debutiful on the Internet: https://www.debutiful.net 2024-11-0605 minDebutifulDebutifulFirst Taste: Cherry Lou Sy Reads From Love Can't Feed YouWelcome to the First Taste Reading Series on Debutiful. This is a weekly series where writers will read a short excerpt from their book so readers can whet their appetite with delicious writing. Today, CHERRY LOU SY reads an excerpt from their debut novel Love Can't Feed You!   You can purchase a copy of the book here: https://bookshop.org/a/339/9780593474549 Cherry Lou Sy on the Internet: https://www.cherrywrites.me Cherry Lou Sy on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sy.cherry Cherry Lou Sy on Twitter: https://www.t...2024-10-3007 minDebutifulDebutifulFirst Taste: Brittany Rogers Reads From Good DressWelcome to the First Taste Reading Series on Debutiful. This is a weekly series where writers will read a short excerpt from their book so readers can whet their appetite with delicious writing. Today, BRITTANY ROGERS reads an excerpt from their debut novel GOOD DRESS!   You can purchase a copy of the book here: https://bookshop.org/a/339/9781959030836 Brittany Rogers on the Internet: https://www.brittanyrogers.org/ Brittany Rogers on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brittanyerogers Brittany Rogers on Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/brittanyroger_   De...2024-10-2313 minDebutifulDebutifulFirst Taste: Tammy Armstrong Reads From Pearly EverlastingWelcome to the First Taste Reading Series on Debutiful. This is a weekly series where writers will read a short excerpt from their book so readers can whet their appetite with delicious writing. Today, TAMMY ARMSTRONG reads an excerpt from their debut novel PEARLY EVERLASTING!   You can purchase a copy of the book here: https://bookshop.org/a/339/9780063396142   Tammy Armstrong on Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/1TammyArmstrong   Debutiful on the Internet: https://www.debutiful.net Debutiful on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/debutiful Deb...2024-10-1409 minDebutifulDebutifulFirst Taste: Lilliam Rivera Reads From Tiny ThreadsWelcome to the First Taste Reading Series on Debutiful. This is a weekly series where writers will read a short excerpt from their book so readers can whet their appetite with delicious writing. Today, Lilliam Rivera reads an excerpt from their debut novel TINY THREADS!   You can purchase a copy of the book here: https://bookshop.org/a/339/9780593600474   Lilliam Rivera on the Internet: https://www.lilliamrivera.com/ Lilliam River on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lilliamr Debutiful on the Internet: https://www.debutiful.net Debutiful on...2024-10-0706 minDebutifulDebutifulFirst Taste: Benjamin Resnick Reads From Next StopWelcome to the First Taste Reading Series on Debutiful. This is a weekly series where writers will read a short excerpt from their book so readers can whet their appetite with delicious writing. Today, Benjamin Resnick reads an excerpt from their debut novel NEXT STOP!   You can purchase a copy of the book here: https://bookshop.org/a/339/9781668066638   Benjamin Resnick on the Internet: https://www.benjamin-resnick.com/   Debutiful on the Internet: https://www.debutiful.net Debutiful on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/debutiful Deb...2024-09-3012 minDebutifulDebutifulJessica Elisheva Emerson - Olive DaysJessica Elisheva Emerson, the author of Olive Days, joined the podcast to discuss how libraries helped mold her and why she writes about Los Angeles. Plus, she gives book recommendations! You can purchase a copy of the book here: https://bookshop.org/a/339/9781640096530   Jessica Elisheva Emerson on the Internet: https://www.elishevaemerson.com/ Jessica Elisheva Emerson on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/elishevaem/ Jessica Elisheva Emerson on Twitter: https://twitter.com/ElishevaEm   Debutiful on the Internet: https://www.debutiful.net Debutiful on Instagram: http...2024-09-2535 minDebutifulDebutifulFirst Taste: Nora Lange Reads From Us FoolsWelcome to the First Taste Reading Series on Debutiful. This is a weekly series where writers will read a short excerpt from their book so readers can whet their appetite with delicious writing. Today, Nora Lange reads an excerpt from their debut novel US FOOLS!   You can purchase a copy of the book here: https://bookshop.org/a/339/9781953387516   Emilie Menzel on the Internet: https://www.noralange.com/   Debutiful on the Internet: https://www.debutiful.net Debutiful on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/debutiful Deb...2024-09-2310 minDebutifulDebutifulKatherine Packert Burke - Still LifeKatherine Packert Burke, the author of Still Life, joined the podcast to discuss the books she wrote before her debut, writing close to her real life, and the future of trans writing. You can purchase a copy of the book here: https://bookshop.org/a/339/9781324076360   Katherine Packert Burke on the Internet: https://katherinepackertburke.com/ Katherine Packert Burke on Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/katpburke/   Debutiful on the Internet: https://www.debutiful.net Debutiful on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/debutiful Debutiful on Twitter: https...2024-09-1237 minDebutifulDebutifulFirst Taste: Emilie Menzel Reads From The Girl Who Became a RabbitWelcome to the First Taste Reading Series on Debutiful. This is a weekly series where writers will read a short excerpt from their book so readers can whet their appetite with delicious writing. Today, Emilie Menzel reads an excerpt from their debut novel THE GIRL WHO BECAME A RABBIT!   You can purchase a copy of the book here: https://bookshop.org/a/339/9798885740371   Emilie Menzel on the Internet: https://www.EmilieMenzel.com/ Emilie Menzel on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/Emilie_Menzel/ Emilie Menzel on Twitter: https://www.tw...2024-09-0908 minDebutifulDebutifulGina María Balibrera - The Volcano DaughtersGina María Balibrera, the author of The Volcano Daughters, joined the podcast to discuss turning a short story into a novel, finding inspiration in the past, and why ghost stories are so appealing. You can purchase a copy of the book here: https://bookshop.org/a/339/9780593317235   Gina María Balibrera on the Internet: https://ginabalibrera.com/ Gina María Balibrera on Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/theginamaria/   Debutiful on the Internet: https://www.debutiful.net Debutiful on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/debutiful Debut...2024-09-0438 minDebutifulDebutifulFirst Taste: Komail Aijazuddin reads from ManboobsWelcome to the First Taste Reading Series on Debutiful. This is a weekly series where writers will read a short excerpt from their book so readers can whet their appetite with delicious writing. Today, Komail Aijazuddin reads an excerpt from their debut novel MANBOOBS!   You can purchase a copy of the book here: https://bookshop.org/a/339/9781419773846   Komail Aijazuddin on the Internet: https://www.KomailAijazuddin.com/ Komail Aijazuddin on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/KomailAijazuddin/     Debutiful on the Internet: https://www.debutiful.net 2024-09-0209 minDebutifulDebutifulSam Sax - Yr DeadSam Sax, the author of Yr Dead, joined the podcast to discuss poetry, finding inspiration, and what the process was like for writing their debut novel. You can purchase a copy of the book here: https://bookshop.org/a/339/9781952119996   Sam Sax on the Internet: https://www.samsax.com Sam Sax on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/samsax1/ Sam Sax on Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/samsax1/   Debutiful on the Internet: https://www.debutiful.net Debutiful on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/debutiful De...2024-08-2830 minDebutifulDebutifulKendra Winchester - Read AppalachiaKendra Winchester, the founder of Read Appalachia, to discuss the Appalachian literature she loves, why reading as much as we do isn't a recommendation, and how she has created two of my favorite podcasts of all time: Read Appalachia and the now-finished Reading Women. Plus, listen to me on Kendra's podcast, where we discuss the importance of debut books, and hear book recommendations from me! Read Appalachia on the Internet: https://www.readappalachia.com/ Read Appalachia on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/readappalachia Read Appalachia on Twitter: https://www.twitter...2024-08-2230 minDebutifulDebutifulAnamely Salgado Reyes - My Mother Cursed My NameAnamely Salgado Reyes, the author of My Mother Cursed My Name, joined the podcast to discuss finding herself and following her dreams, learning the publishing process on the fly, and what makes her happy. You can purchase a copy of the book here: https://bookshop.org/a/339/9781668038000   Anamely Salgado Reyes on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/anamelysalgado/   Debutiful on the Internet: https://www.debutiful.net Debutiful on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/debutiful Debutiful on Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/debutiful 2024-08-2127 minDebutifulDebutifulFirst Taste: Holly Baxter reads from ClickbaitWelcome to the First Taste Reading Series on Debutiful. This is a weekly series where writers will read a short excerpt from their book so readers can whet their appetite with delicious writing. Today, Holly Baxter reads an excerpt from their debut novel CLICKBAIT!   You can purchase a copy of the book here: https://bookshop.org/a/339/9780063375765   Holly Baxter on the Internet: https://www.hollybaxter.com/ Holly Baxter on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hawleybackster/ Holly Baxter on Twitter: https://twitter.com/h0llyb4xter   ...2024-08-2010 minDebutifulDebutifulLena Valencia - Mystery LightsLena Valencia, the author of Mystery Lights, joined the podcast to discuss being playful with her writing, why connective tissue is important for story collections, and finding inspiration to start writing. You can purchase a copy of the book here: https://bookshop.org/a/339/9781959030621   Lena Valencia on the Internet: https://http://www.lenavalencia.com/ Lena Valencia on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lenavalencia Lena Valencia on Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/lenavee   Debutiful on the Internet: https://www.debutiful.net Debutiful on Instagram: http...2024-08-1526 minDebutifulDebutifulFirst Taste: Kat Tang Reads from Five-Star StrangerWelcome to the First Taste Reading Series on Debutiful. This is a weekly series where writers will read a short excerpt from their book so readers can whet their appetite with delicious writing. Today, Kat Tang reads an excerpt from their debut novel FIVE-STAR STRANGER!   You can purchase a copy of the book here: https://bookshop.org/a/339/9781668050149   Kat Tang on the Internet: https://www.tangkat.com/ Kat Tang on Instagram: http://instagram.com/tangkat Kat Tang on Twitter: https://twitter.com/tangkat   Deb...2024-08-1209 minDebutifulDebutifulRuben Reyes Jr. - There is a Rio Grande in HeavenRuben Reyes Jr., the author of There is a Rio Grande in Heaven, joined the podcast to discuss growing up in a house of non-readers, using high concepts as a launching point for stories, and using political events to generate ideas. You can purchase a copy of the book here: https://bookshop.org/a/339/9780063336278   Ruben Reyes Jr. on the Internet: https://www.rubenreyesjr.com/ Ruben Reyes Jr. on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rubenreyes_jr/ Ruben Reyes Jr. on Twitter: https://twitter.com/rubenwrites   Debutiful on...2024-08-0842 minDebutifulDebutifulFirst Taste: Alisa Alering Reads From SmothermossWelcome to the First Taste Reading Series on Debutiful. This is a weekly series where writers will read a short excerpt from their book so readers can whet their appetite with delicious writing. Today, Alisa Alering reads an excerpt from their debut novel SMOTHERMOSS!   You can purchase a copy of their book here: https://bookshop.org/a/339/9781959030584   Alisa Alering on the Internet: https://www.alering.com/ Alisa Alering on Instagram: http://instagram.com/alisa.alering Alisa Alering on Twitter: https://twitter.com/alering   Deb...2024-08-0609 minDebutifulDebutifulJordan Kopy - Theodora Hendrix and the Monstrous League of MonstersJordan Kopy, the author of Theodora Hendrix and the Monstrous League of Monsters, joined the podcast to discuss Middle Grade fiction, how to write for young people, and the childhood classics that inspired her. You can purchase a copy of the book here: https://bookshop.org/a/339/9781665906838   Jordan Kopy on the Internet: https://jordankopy.com/ Jordan Kopy on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jordan_kopy Jordan Kopy on Twitter: https://twitter.com/inkandbookmarks   Debutiful on the Internet: https://www.debutiful.net Debutiful on Ins...2024-07-3125 minDebutifulDebutifulFirst Taste: Chris Koslowski Reads From KayfabeWelcome to the First Taste Reading Series on Debutiful. This is a weekly series where writers will read a short excerpt from their book so readers can whet their appetite with delicious writing. Today, Chris Koslowski reads an excerpt from his debut novel KAYFABE!   You can purchase a copy of his book here: https://bookshop.org/a/339/9781952119859   Chris Koslowski on the Internet: https://www.chriskoslowski.com/ Chris Koslowski on Instagram: http://instagram.com/cskoslow Chris Koslowski on Twitter: https://twitter.com/KozlowRazor   Debutiful on...2024-07-2907 minDebutifulDebutifulAlana Saab - Please Stop Trying To Leave MeAlana Saab, the author of PLEASE STOP TRYING TO LEAVE ME, joined the podcast to discuss cats, mental health, and empowerment through writing. You can purchase a copy of the book here: https://bookshop.org/a/339/9780593686782     Alana Saab on the Internet: https://www.alanasaab.com/ Alana Saab on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alana.saab Alana Saab on Twitter: https://twitter.com/AlanaSaab   Debutiful on the Internet: https://www.debutiful.net Debutiful on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/debutiful Debut...2024-07-2529 minDebutifulDebutifulFirst Taste: Samuel Kọ́láwọlé Reads From The Road to the Salt SeaWelcome to the First Taste Reading Series on Debutiful. This is a weekly series where writers will read a short excerpt from their book so readers can whet their appetite with delicious writing. Today, Samuel Kọ́láwọlé reads an excerpt from his debut novel THE ROAD TO THE SALT SEA!   You can purchase a copy of his book here: https://bookshop.org/a/339/9780063050853   Samuel Kọ́láwọlé on the Internet: https://samuelkolawole.com/ Samuel Kọ́láwọlé on Instagram: https://instagram.com/samkolawole/ Samuel Kọ́láwọle...2024-07-2205 minDebutifulDebutifulMarcela Fuentes - MalasMarcela Fuentes, the author of MALAS, joined the podcast to discuss growing up in a border town in Texas, her career as a writer/educator and how they intersect, and what teaching has taught her about writing. You can purchase a copy of her book here: https://bookshop.org/a/339/9780593655788   Marcela Fuentes on the Internet: https://www.marcelafuentes.com Marcela Fuentes on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/marcelisimi/ Marcela Fuentes on Twitter: https://twitter.com/marcelisimi1   Debutiful on the Internet: https://www.debutiful.net D...2024-07-1738 minDebutifulDebutifulFirst Taste: Sarai Johnson Reads From Grown WomenWelcome to the First Taste Reading Series on Debutiful. This is a weekly series where writers will read a short excerpt from their book so readers can whet their appetite with delicious writing. Today, Sarai Johnson reads an excerpt from her debut novel GROWN WOMEN!   You can purchase a copy of her book here: https://bookshop.org/a/339/9780063294431   Sarai Johnson on the Internet: https://saraiwrites.com/ Sarai Johnson on Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/sarai_writes   Debutiful on the Internet: https://www.debutiful.net...2024-07-1507 minDebutifulDebutifulAugust Thompson - Anyone's GhostAugust Thompson, the author of ANYONE'S GHOST, joined the podcast to discuss the Boston Celtics, metal music, and writing sad books. You can purchase a copy of the book here: https://bookshop.org/a/339/9780593656563   August Thompson on the Internet: https://www.august-thompson.com/ August Thompson on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/augustpthompson/ August Thompson on Twitter: https://twitter.com/augustvthompson   Debutiful on the Internet: https://www.debutiful.net Debutiful on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/debutiful Debutiful on Twitter: https://www.twitt...2024-07-1044 minDebutifulDebutifulIsabel Banta - HoneyIsabel Banta, the author of HONEY, joined the podcast to discuss early-2000s pop, reading across genre, and writing a coming-of-age novel. You can purchase a copy of her book here: https://bookshop.org/a/339/9781250333469   Isabel Banta on the Internet: https://www.isabelbanta.com/ Isabel Banta on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/isabel.banta/     Debutiful on the Internet: https://www.debutiful.net Debutiful on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/debutiful Debutiful on Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/debutiful 2024-07-0338 minDebutifulDebutifulFirst Taste: Manuel Betancourt Reads From The Male GazedWelcome to the First Taste Reading Series on Debutiful. This is a weekly series where writers will read a short excerpt from their book so readers can whet their appetite with delicious writing. Today, Manuel Betancourt reads an excerpt from his debut book The Male Gazed!   You can purchase a copy of her book here: https://bookshop.org/a/339/9781646222223   Manuel Betancourt on the Internet: https://mbetancourtcom.wordpress.com/ Manuel Betancourt on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bmanuel Manuel Betancourt on Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/bm...2024-07-0123 minDebutifulDebutifulSantiago Jose Sanchez - HombrecitoSantiago Jose Sanchez, the author of HOMBRECITO, joined the podcast to discuss finding yourself in your writing, writing stories vs writing novels, and why time was needed to finish the debut. You can purchase a copy of the book here: https://bookshop.org/a/339/9780593542187   Santiago Jose Sanchez on the Internet: https://www.santiagojosesanchez.com/ Santiago Jose Sanchez on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sntsnchz/ Santiago Jose Sanchez on Twitter: https://twitter.com/sntsnchz   Debutiful on the Internet: https://www.debutiful.net Debutiful on Ins...2024-06-2640 minDebutifulDebutifulFirst Taste: Ananda Lima Reads from Craft: Stories I Wrote for the DevilWelcome to the First Taste Reading Series on Debutiful. This is a weekly series where writers will read a short excerpt from their book so readers can whet their appetite with delicious writing. Today, Ananda Lima reads an excerpt from her debut novel Craft: Stories I Wrote For the Devil!   You can purchase a copy of her book here: https://bookshop.org/a/339/9781250292971   Ananda Lima on the Internet: https://www.anandalima.com/ Ananda Lima on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/anandalima Ananda Lima on Twitter: ht...2024-06-2416 minDebutifulDebutifulJoanna Pearson - Bright and Tender DarkJoanna Pearson, the author of BRIGHT AND TENDER DARK, joined the podcast to discuss non-mystery mysteries, psychiatry, and publishing a debut novel on a bigger press four books into her career. You can purchase a copy of her book here: https://bookshop.org/a/339/9781639732890   Joanna Pearson on the Internet: https://www.joanna-pearson.com/   Debutiful on the Internet: https://www.debutiful.net Debutiful on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/debutiful Debutiful on Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/debutiful 2024-06-1929 minDebutifulDebutifulPuloma Ghosh - MouthPuloma Ghosh, the author of MOUTH, joined the podcast to discuss having a regular ol' non-writing day job as a writer, not caring about spoilers, and what her experience was like in a low-residency MFA. You can purchase a copy of her book here: https://bookshop.org/a/339/9781662602474   Puloma Ghosh on the Internet: https://www.pulomaghosh.com/ Puloma Ghosh on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pulomeow Puloma Ghosh on Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/pulomeow   Debutiful on the Internet: https://www.debutiful.net Deb...2024-06-1231 minDebutifulDebutifulPuloma Ghosh - MouthPuloma Ghosh, the author of MOUTH, joined the podcast to discuss have a regular ol' non-writing day job as a writer, not caring about spoilers, and what her experience was like in a low-residency MFA. You can purchase a copy of her book here: https://bookshop.org/a/339/9781662602474   Puloma Ghosh on the Internet: https://www.pulomaghosh.com/ Puloma Ghosh on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pulomeow Puloma Ghosh on Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/pulomeow   Debutiful on the Internet: https://www.debutiful.net Deb...2024-06-1231 minDebutifulDebutifulFirst Taste: Frankie Barnet Reads From Mood SwingsWelcome to the First Taste Reading Series on Debutiful. This is a weekly series where writers will read a short excerpt from their book so readers can whet their appetite with delicious writing. Today, Frankie Barnet reads an excerpt from her debut novel Mood Swings!   You can purchase a copy of her book here: https://bookshop.org/a/339/9781662602597   Frankie Barnet on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fkafrancesca   Debutiful on the Internet: https://www.debutiful.net Debutiful on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/debutiful ...2024-06-1007 minDebutifulDebutifulKimberly King Parsons - We Were The UniverseKimberly King Parsons, the author of WE WERE THE UNIVERSE, joined the podcast to discuss what advice she gives her students, how she sets goals, and the business side of publishing.   You can purchase a copy of her book here: https://bookshop.org/a/339/9780525521853   Kimberly King Parsons on the Internet: https://www.kimberlykingparsons.com/ Kimberly King Parsons on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kimberlykingparsons/   Debutiful on the Internet: https://www.debutiful.net Debutiful on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/debutiful Debutiful on Tw...2024-06-0635 minDebutifulDebutifulFirst Taste: Annell López Reads From I'll Give You a ReasonWelcome to the First Taste Reading Series on Debutiful. This is a weekly series where writers will read a short excerpt from their book so readers can whet their appetite with delicious writing. Today, Annell López reads an excerpt from her debut story collection I'll Give You A Reason! You can purchase a copy of her book here: https://bookshop.org/a/339/9781558613126     Annell López on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/annellthebookbabe Annell López on Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/annelllopez2   Debuti...2024-06-0307 minDebutifulDebutifulEmma Copley Eisenberg: HousematesEmma Copley Eisenberg, the author of HOUSEMATES, joined the podcast to discuss literary community, writing across genre, and all things Philadelphia.    You can purchase a copy of her book here: https://bookshop.org/a/339/9780593242230   Emma Copley Eisenberg on the Internet: https://www.emmacopleyeisenberg.com/ Emma Copley Eisenberg on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/frumpenberg/ Emma Copley Eisenberg on Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/frumpenberg   Debutiful on the Internet: https://www.debutiful.net Debutiful on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/debutiful Debu...2024-05-2939 minDebutifulDebutifulFirst Taste: J. Nicoles Jones Reads From The Witches of BellinasWelcome to the First Taste Reading Series on Debutiful. This is a weekly series where writers will read a short excerpt from their book so readers can whet their appetite with delicious writing. Today, J. Nicole Jones reads an excerpt from her debut novel The Witches of Bellinas! You can purchase a copy of her book here: https://bookshop.org/a/339/9781646221806   J. Nicole Jones on the Internet: https://www.jnicjones.com/ J. Nicole Jones on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jnicjones J. Nicole Jones on Twitter: https://w...2024-05-2708 minDebutifulDebutifulMelissa Mogollon - OyeMelissa Mogollon, the author of OYE, joined the podcast to discuss fake degrees and MFAs, writing to see herself in a book, the joys of teaching, and more!   You can purchase a copy of her book here: https://bookshop.org/a/339/9780593594902   Melissa Mogollon on the Internet: https://melissamogollon.com/ Melissa Mogollon on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/melissamogollonwriter/ Melissa Mogollon on Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/melmogollon   Debutiful on the Internet: https://www.debutiful.net Debutiful on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/d...2024-05-2231 minDebutifulDebutifulFirst Taste: Charlee Dyroff Reads From Loneliness & CompanyWelcome to the First Taste Reading Series on Debutiful. This is a weekly series where writers will read a short excerpt from their book so readers can whet their appetite with delicious writing. Today, Charlee Dyroff reads an excerpt from her debut novel Loneliness & Company! You can purchase a copy of her book here: https://bookshop.org/a/339/9781639732081   Charlee Dyroff on the Internet: https://www.charleedyroff.com/ Charlee Dyroff on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/charleedyroff Charlee Dyroff on Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/charleedyroff  ...2024-05-2010 minDebutifulDebutifulAlina Grabowski: Women and Children FirstAlina Grabowski, the author of WOMEN AND CHILDREN FIRST, joined the podcast to discuss being an only child who told a lot of stories, her college and MFA experiences, and creating distinct voices for all of her narrators.   You can purchase a copy of her book here: https://bookshop.org/a/339/9781638930785 Alina Grabowski on the Internet: https://www.alinagrabowski.com/ Alina Grabowski on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alinagrabowski_/   Debutiful on the Internet: https://www.debutiful.net Debutiful on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/debutiful 2024-05-1543 minDebutifulDebutifulJiaming Tang - Cinema LoveJiaming Tang, the author of CINEMA LOVE, joined the podcast to discuss his mother's relationship to his work, finding out who his book was about, and growing in the years since his book was finished and what excites him about the future.   You can purchase a copy of the book here: https://bookshop.org/a/339/9780593474334   Jiaming Tang on the Internet: https://www.ajiamingtang.com/ Jiaming Tang on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ajiamingtang/ Jiaming Tang on Twitter: https://twitter.com/andymintan   Debutiful on the...2024-05-0827 minDebutifulDebutifulFirst Taste: Garrard Conley Reads From All The World BesideWelcome to the First Taste Reading Series on Debutiful. This is a weekly series where writers will read a short excerpt from their book so readers can whet their appetite with delicious writing. Today, Garrard Conley reads an excerpt from his debut novel All the World Beside! You can purchase a copy of the book here: https://bookshop.org/a/339/9780525537335   Garrard Conley on the Internet: https://garrardconley.com/ Garrard Conley on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gayrodcon Garrard Conley on Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/gayrodcon 2024-05-0608 minDebutifulDebutifulFirst Taste: Uche Okonkwo Reads From A Kind of MadnessWelcome to the First Taste Reading Series on Debutiful. This is a weekly series where writers will read a short excerpt from their book so readers can whet their appetite with delicious writing. Today, Uche Okonkwo reads an excerpt from her debut short story collection A Kind of Madness! You can purchase a copy of her book here: https://bookshop.org/a/339/9781959030386   Uche Okonkwo on the Internet: https://ucheokonkwo.com/ Uche Okonkwo on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/uch_okonkwo Uche Okonkwo on Twitter: https://www.twitter.co...2024-04-2907 minDebutifulDebutifulChristine Ma-Kellams - The BandChristine Ma-Kellams, the author of THE BAND, joined the podcast to discuss K-Pop, the power of language, and writing empirical studies on culture, social perception, and relationships.   You can purchase a copy of her book here: https://bookshop.org/a/339/9781668018378   Christine Ma-Kellams on the Internet: https://www.christinema-kellams.com/ Christine Ma-Kellams on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/choppstixz/ Christine Ma-Kellams on Twitter: https://twitter.com/Makellams   Debutiful on the Internet: https://www.debutiful.net Debutiful on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/debut...2024-04-1720 minDebutifulDebutifulFirst Taste: Parul Kapur Reads From Inside the MirrorWelcome to the First Taste Reading Series on Debutiful. This is a weekly series where writers will read a short excerpt from their book so readers can whet their appetite with delicious writing. Today, Parul Kapur reads an excerpt from her debut novel Inside the Mirror! You can purchase a copy of her book here: https://bookshop.org/a/339/9781496236784   Parul Kapur on the Internet: https://www.parulkapur.com/ Parul Kapur on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/parulkapurwriter     Debutiful on the Internet: https://www.deb...2024-04-1511 minDebutifulDebutifulUrsula Villareal-Moura - Like HappinessUrsula Villareal-Moura, the author of LIKE HAPPINESS, joined the podcast to why she re-reads books, finding herself in literature, the ups and downs of finding an agent, and how this book stemmed from a short story idea.   You can purchase a copy of her book here: https://bookshop.org/a/339/9781250882837   Ursula Villareal-Moura on the Internet: https://www.ursulavillarrealmoura.com/   Debutiful on the Internet: https://www.debutiful.net Debutiful on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/debutiful Debutiful on Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/debutiful 2024-04-1040 minDebutifulDebutifulFirst Taste: Jessie Ren Marshall Reads From Women! In! Peril!Welcome to the First Taste Reading Series on Debutiful. This is a weekly series where writers will read a short excerpt from their book so readers can whet their appetite with delicious writing. Today, Jessie Ren Marshall reads an excerpt from her debut short story collection Women! In! Peril! You can purchase a copy of her book here: https://bookshop.org/a/339/9781639732272   Jessie Ren Marshall on the Internet: https://www.jessierenmarshall.com/ Jessie Ren Marshall on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jessierenmarshall Jessie Ren Marshall on Twitter: h...2024-04-0809 minDebutifulDebutifulMarissa Higgins - A Good Happy GirlMarissa Higgins, the author of A GOOD HAPPY GIRL, joined the podcast to discuss how a Garth Greenwell workshop helped her write her debut, sending her manuscript to agents too soon, and how it is exciting to see how readers contextualize books differently.   You can purchase a copy of her book here: https://bookshop.org/a/339/9781646221974   Marissa Higgins on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/marissahiggins_/     Debutiful on the Internet: https://www.debutiful.net Debutiful on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/debutiful Debuti...2024-04-0331 minDebutifulDebutifulFirst Taste: Laura Chow Reeve Reads From A Small ApocalypseWelcome to the First Taste Reading Series on Debutiful. This is a weekly series where writers will read a short excerpt from their book so readers can whet their appetite with delicious writing. Today, Laura Chow Reeve reads an excerpt from her debut short story collection A Small Apocalypse! You can purchase a copy of his book here: https://bookshop.org/a/339/9780810146945   Laura Chow Reeve on the Internet: https://www.laurachowfun.com/ Laura Chow Reeve on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/laurachowfun Laura Chow Reeve on Twitter: h...2024-04-0110 minDebutifulDebutifulAlexandra Tanner - WorryAlexandra Tanner, the author of WORRY, joined the podcast to discuss books as personalities, Wes Anderson, Donald Glover, and finding an editor who gets her and her work!   You can purchase a copy of her book here: https://bookshop.org/a/339/9781668018613   Alexandra Tanner on the Internet: https://www.alexandratanner.com/ Alexandra Tanner on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alexandratanner/ Alexandra Tanner on Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/alex___tanner/   Debutiful on the Internet: https://www.debutiful.net Debutiful on Instagram: https://www.i...2024-03-2736 minDebutifulDebutifulFirst Taste: Gina Chung Reads From Green FrogWelcome to the First Taste Reading Series on Debutiful. This is a weekly series where writers will read a short excerpt from their book so readers can whet their appetite with delicious writing. Today, Gina Chung reads an excerpt from her debut short story collection Green Frog! You can purchase a copy of his book here: https://bookshop.org/a/339/9780593469361   Gina Chung on the Internet: https://www.gina-chung.com Gina Chung on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ginathechung Gina Chung on Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/ginathechung2024-03-2613 minDebutifulDebutifulSierra Greer - Annie BotSierra Greer, the author of ANNIE BOT, joined the podcast to discuss the future, robots, and writing for different ages.    You can purchase a copy of her book here: https://bookshop.org/a/339/9780063312692   Sierra Greer on the Internet: https://www.sierragreerwriter.com/ Sierra Greer on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sierra_greer_writer/ Sierra Greer on Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/sierragreer87/   Debutiful on the Internet: https://www.debutiful.net Debutiful on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/debutiful Debutiful on Twi...2024-03-2032 minDebutifulDebutifulFirst Taste: Rita Bullwinkel Reads From HeadshotWelcome to the First Taste Reading Series on Debutiful. This is a weekly series where writers will read a short excerpt from their book so readers can whet their appetite with delicious writing.   Today, Rita Bullwinkel reads an excerpt from her debut novel Headshot! You can purchase a copy of his book here: https://bookshop.org/a/339/9780593654101   Rita Bullwinkel on the Internet: https://www.ritabullwinkel.com Rita Bullwinkel on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ritabullwinkel Rita Bullwinkel on Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/ritabullwinkel ...2024-03-1807 minDebutifulDebutifulAndrew Boryga - VictimAndrew Boryga, the author of VICTIM, joined the podcast to discuss being a Mets fan in the Bronx, how his community made him who he is today, and if hustling is good/bad/neither.   You can purchase a copy of the book here: https://bookshop.org/a/339/9780385549974   Andrew Boryga on the Internet: https://www.andrewboryga.com/ Andrew Boryga on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/borywrites/ Andrew Boryga on Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/borywrites/   Debutiful on the Internet: https://www.debutiful.net De...2024-03-1332 minDebutifulDebutifulFirst Taste: Jennifer Croft Reads From The Extinction of Irena ReyWelcome to the First Taste Reading Series on Debutiful. This is a weekly series where writers will read a short excerpt from their book so readers can whet their appetite with delicious writing.   Today, Jennifer Croft reads an excerpt from her debut novel The Extinction of Irena Rey! You can purchase a copy of his book here: https://bookshop.org/a/339/9781639731701   Jennifer Croft on the Internet: https://www.croftwork.net/ Jennifer Croft on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jenniferlcroft Jennifer Croft on Twitter: https://www.tw...2024-03-1107 minDebutifulDebutifulFirst Taste: Gareth Brown Reads From The Book of DoorsWelcome to the First Taste Reading Series on Debutiful. This is a weekly series where writers will read a short excerpt from their book so readers can whet their appetite with delicious writing. Today, Gareth Brown reads an excerpt from his novel The Book of Doors!   You can purchase a copy of his book here: https://bookshop.org/a/339/9780063323988   Gareth Brown on the Internet: https://www.garethbrownbooks.com/ Gareth Brown on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/garethjbrown13 Gareth Brown on Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/ga...2024-03-0409 minDebutifulDebutifulCircling Back with L'Oreal Thompson PaytonWhat happens after your book launch, go on a book tour, and then the publicity cycle dies down? Host Adam Vitcavage circles back with an author ~6 months after their book comes out to see how they're holding up and to reflect on their past few months. Today's guest is L'Oreal Thompson Payton, whose Stop Waiting for Perfect: Step Out of Your Comfort Zone and Into Your Power came out in August 2023. Since then she has been a guest on CBS Mornings and has connected with readers who struggle with perfectionism. You can purchase a copy of...2024-02-2817 minDebutifulDebutifulFirst Taste: Maura Cheeks Reads From Acts of ForgivenessWelcome to the First Taste Reading Series on Debutiful. This is a weekly series where writers will read a short excerpt from their book so readers can whet their appetite with delicious writing. Today, Maura Cheeks reads an excerpt from her novel Acts of Forgiveness!   You can purchase a copy of his book here: https://bookshop.org/a/339/9780593598290   Maura Cheeks on the Internet: https://www.mauracheeks.com/ Maura Cheeks on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mauracheeks Maura Cheeks on Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/mauracheeks...2024-02-2606 minDebutifulDebutifulFirst Taste: Tobias Carroll Reads From TransitoryWelcome to the First Taste Reading Series on Debutiful. This is a weekly series where writers will read a short excerpt from their book so readers can whet their appetite with delicious writing. Today, Tobias Carroll reads an excerpt from his short story collection Transitory!   You can purchase a copy of his book here: https://bookshop.org/a/339/9798987747162   Tobias Carroll on the Internet: https://tobiascarroll.com/ Tobias Carroll on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tobiascarroll Tobias Carroll on Twitter: https://twitter.com/TobiasCarroll   ...2024-02-2316 minDebutifulDebutifulPhillip B. Williams - OursPhillip B. Williams, the author of OURS, joined the podcast to discuss his napping habits, how his poetry and debut novel inform each other, and why it's not his business what readers take away from his book. You can purchase a copy of the book here: https://bookshop.org/a/339/9780593654828   Phillip B. Williams on the Internet: https://www.phillipbwilliams.com/ Phillip B. Williams on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/phillipbw_author/   Debutiful on the Internet: https://www.debutiful.net Debutiful on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com...2024-02-2132 minDebutifulDebutifulFirst Taste: Rae Giana Rashad Reads from The BlueprintWelcome to the First Taste Reading Series on Debutiful. This is a weekly series where writers will read a short excerpt from their book so readers can whet their appetite with delicious writing. Today, Rae Giana Rashad reads an excerpt from her novel The Blueprint!   You can purchase a copy of his book here: https://bookshop.org/a/339/9780063330092   Rae Giana Rashad on the Internet: https://raegianarashad.com/ Rae Giana Rashad on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/raegianarashad   Debutiful on the Internet: https://www.deb...2024-02-1907 minDebutifulDebutifulMariah Stovall - I Love You So Much It's Killing Us BothMariah Stovall, the author of I LOVE YOU SO MUCH IT'S KILLING US BOTH, joined the podcast to discuss how punk music influenced her, if book blurbs matter, and what being a literary agent means. You can purchase a copy of her book here: https://bookshop.org/a/339/9781593767600   Mariah Stovall on the Internet: https://www.mariahstovall.com/ Mariah Stovall on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stove.stove.stove Mariah Stovall on Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/retiredpunk   Debutiful on the Internet: https://www.debutiful.net ...2024-02-1440 minDebutifulDebutifulMeg Reid - Hub CityMeg Reid, the Executive Director of Hub City, joined the podcast to all things Hub City, including independent publishing, running an indie bookstore located in Spartanburg, South Carolina, and what it's like to work in an everchanging literary world when you're not based in a major city.   Hub City on the Internet: https://hubcity.org/ Hub City on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hubcitywriters Hub City on Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/hubcitypress   Debutiful on the Internet: https://www.debutiful.net Debutiful on Instagram: https://www...2024-02-0728 minDebutifulDebutifulFirst Taste: Sean Enfield Reads From Holy American Burnout!Welcome to the First Taste Reading Series on Debutiful. This is a weekly series where writers will read a short excerpt from their book so readers can whet their appetite with delicious writing. Today, Sean Enfield reads an excerpt from his debut essay collection Holy American Burnout!   You can purchase a copy of his book here: https://bookshop.org/a/339/9781952897337   Sean Enfield on the Internet: https://www.seanenfield.com/ Sean Enfield on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/seanseanclan Sean Enfield on Twitter: https://www.twitter.com...2024-02-0512 minDebutifulDebutifulAndrés N. Ordorica - How We Named the StarsAndrés N. Ordorica, the author of HOW WE NAMED THE STARS, joined the podcast to discuss how different cities shaped his identity and why family and voice are important to his work. Plus stick around for book recommendations and get a tip on what clothing store you have to visit if you're ever visiting Edinburgh. You can purchase a copy of the book here: https://bookshop.org/a/339/9781646221882   Andrés N. Ordorica on the Internet: https://andresordorica.com/ Andrés N. Ordorica on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/andres_ordorica 2024-01-3142 minDebutifulDebutifulFirst Taste: Shubnum Khan Reads From The Djinn Waits A Hundred YearsWelcome to the First Taste Reading Series on Debutiful. This is a weekly series where writers will read a short excerpt from their book so readers can whet their appetite with delicious writing. Today, Shubnum Khan reads an excerpt from her U.S. debut novel The Djinn Waits A Hundred Years.   You can purchase a copy of her book here: https://bookshop.org/a/339/9780593653456   Shubnum Khan on the Internet: https://www.shubnumkhan.com/ Shubnum Khan on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shubnumkhan Shubnum Khan on Tw...2024-01-2910 minDebutifulDebutifulChristina Cooke - BroughtupsyChristina Cooke, the author of BROUGHTUPSY, joined the podcast to discuss eating peanut butter and grapes, the decade it took to create her debut novel, and how her agent and editor helped shape her writing as well as her as a person. You can purchase a copy of her book here: https://bookshop.org/a/339/9781646221882   Christina Cooke on the Internet: https://christinajcooke.com/ Christina Cooke on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/christina.j.cooke Christina Cooke on Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/christinajcooke   Debutiful on th...2024-01-2447 minDebutifulDebutifulFirst Taste: Temim Fruchter Reads From City of LaughterWelcome to the First Taste Reading Series on Debutiful. This is a weekly series where writers will read a short excerpt from their book so readers can whet their appetite with delicious writing. Today, Temim Fruchter reads an excerpt from her debut novel City of Laughter.   You can purchase a copy of her book here: https://bookshop.org/a/339/9780802161284   Temim Fruchter on the Internet: https://www.temimfruchter.com Temim Fruchter on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/both_and_yes Temim Fruchter on Twitter: https://www.twi...2024-01-2210 minDebutifulDebutifulCircling Back with Ruth MadievskyWhat happens after your book launch, book tour, and the publicity cycle dies down? Host Adam Vitcavage sits down with an author ~6 months after their book comes out to circle back with them to see how they're holding up and to reflect on their past few months. Today's guest is Ruth Madievsky, whose sexy ALL-NIGHT PHARMACY came out in July 2023 when it captivated readers and was named Debutiful's Best Debut Book of 2023.   You can purchase a copy of her book here: https://bookshop.org/a/339/9781646221509   Ruth Madievsky on the In...2024-01-1831 minDebutifulDebutifulCeline Saintclare - Sugar, BabyCeline Saintclare, the author of SUGAR, BABY, joined the podcast to discuss publishing in the UK vs USA, sex in literature, and writing to avoid getting a "real adult job." You can purchase a copy of her book here: https://bookshop.org/a/339/9781639732463   Celine Saintclare on the Internet: https://celinesaint.com/ Celine Saintclare on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/celinesaintclare Celine Saintclare on Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/CSaintclare   Debutiful on the Internet: https://www.debutiful.net Debutiful on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com...2024-01-1737 minDebutifulDebutifulFirst Taste: Aube Rey Lescure Reads From River East, River WestWelcome to the First Taste Reading Series on Debutiful. This is a weekly series where writers will read a short excerpt from their book so readers can whet their appetite with delicious writing. Today, Aube Rey Lescure reads an excerpt from her debut novel River East, River West.   You can purchase a copy of her book here: https://bookshop.org/a/339/9780063257856   Aube Rey Lescure on the Internet: https://www.aubereylescure.com Aube Rey Lescure on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/aubenoisette Aube Rey Lescure on Twi...2024-01-1509 minDebutifulDebutifulInci Atrek - Holiday Countryİnci Atrek, the author of HOLIDAY COUNTRY, joined the podcast to discuss how why place is so important to her, transitioning from the corporate world to write a book, and why returning to her book's manuscript after taking a break from it was the right decision.   You can purchase a copy of her book here: https://bookshop.org/a/339/9781250889461   İnci Atrek on the Internet: https://www.inciatrek.com/ İnci Atrek on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/inci.atrek   Debutiful on the Internet: https://www.debutiful.net...2024-01-1033 minDebutifulDebutifulFirst Taste: Kate Brody Reads From Rabbit HoleWelcome to the First Taste Reading Series on Debutiful. This is a weekly series where writers will read a short excerpt from their book so readers can whet their appetite with delicious writing. Today, Kate Brody reads an excerpt from her debut novel Rabbit Hole. You can purchase a copy of her book here: https://bookshop.org/a/339/9781641294874 Kate Brody on the Internet: https://www.katebrodyauthor.com Kate Brody on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/katebrodyauthor Kate Brody on Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/katebrodyauthor Debutiful on...2024-01-0808 minDebutifulDebutifulVanessa Chan - The Storm We MadeVanessa Chan, the author of THE STORM WE MADE, joined the podcast to discuss how figuring out the mother character helped reshape her novel, why workshopping novels is harder than short stories, and what it feels like to be the first major debut release of 2024!   You can purchase a copy of her book here: https://bookshop.org/a/339/9781668015148 Vanessa Chan on the Internet: https://www.vanessajchan.com Vanessa Chan on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vanjchan Vanessa Chan on Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/vanjchan Debutiful on t...2024-01-0347 min