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Wine, Women and WordsSofia RobledaWe chat with debut author Sofia Robleda about her book Daughter of Fire. We also chat about bad reviews and the fact that Sofia and Diana have a shared agent. Pick up your copy here: https://bookshop.org/a/55881/9781662517976
2024-08-0645 minWine, Women and WordsOne Last Word with Suzanne ParkIn addition to our book chat, we talk about comedy, romance tropes, and friends ghosting. Pick up your copy here: https://bookshop.org/a/55881/9780063216099 Support our podcast by buying us a cup of coffee: https://ko-fi.com/winewomenwordspodcast
2024-05-3146 minWine, Women and WordsJennifer J. Chow and Ill-Fated FortuneMichele makes a point of reminding all of us that we are discussing fictional murder in this episode. Jennifer talks about the surprising history of the fortune cookie; where we can learn more about plotting our fictional murder and what makes a cozy mystery. Pick up your copy of Jennifer's book here: https://bookshop.org/a/55881/9781250323033 Jennifer's Blog: https://chicksonthecase.com/ Sisters in Crime: https://www.sistersincrime.org/
2024-05-2031 minWine, Women and WordsSophie Wan and The Women of Good FortuneWe sit down with Sophie Wan to talk about her new book The Women of Good Fortune, the challenge of writing a good heist and the importance of having a good team behind you. Pick up your copy here: https://bookshop.org/a/55881/9781525804304
2024-05-0729 minWine, Women and WordsGareth BrownDiana gets to sit down and chat with author Gareth Brown about The Book of Doors. We discuss the importance of first lines, writing during the pandemic and how to write the best book you can. Pick up your copy here: https://bookshop.org/p/books/the-book-of-doors-gareth-brown/20297550?ean=9780063323988
2024-04-2433 minWine, Women and WordsPaulette KennedyWe chat with Paulette Kennedy about her latest book, The Devil and Mrs. Davenport. Diana and Paulette talk about their shared fundamentalist past, agency, and we get a stark reminder that the 90s was more that 10 years ago. Pick up your copy here: https://bookshop.org/a/55881/9781662514883
2024-04-0345 minWine, Women and WordsChanel Cleeton and House on Biscayne BayWe chat with Chanel about her upcoming book House on Biscayne Bay, along with some of the history of that time-period. Diana and Chanel fangirl over the Scrivener drafting program and our current favorite book series. Pre-order your copy of The House on Biscayne Bay here: https://bookshop.org/a/55881/9780593440506 Help support our podcast: https://ko-fi.com/winewomenwordspodcast
2024-03-2130 minWine, Women and WordsLR Jones and The Wedding PartyDiana and Lisa talk about the famous setting for The Wedding Party, the importance of reliability over likeability in a character, and why Lisa started writing under a pen name. Get your copy here: https://bookshop.org/a/55881/9781662508899 Support our podcast: https://ko-fi.com/winewomenwordspodcast
2024-03-1334 minWine, Women and WordsRita Woods and The Last DreamwalkerWe are chatting with Rita Woods about her most recent book, The Last Dreamwalker. In addition to having a mini writer's workshop, we discuss the Gula culture and it's influence on the book. Pick up your copy here: https://bookshop.org/a/55881/9781250805621 Help support Wine, Women and Words: https://bookshop.org/a/55881/9781250805621
2024-03-0532 minWine, Women and WordsKristina Forest and The Partner PlotWe chat with Kristina Forest about her new novel The Partner Plot and our own take on what comes first the character or the plot. Pick up your copy here: https://bookshop.org/a/55881/9780593546451 Help support our podcast: https://ko-fi.com/winewomenwordspodcast
2024-02-2925 minWine, Women and WordsSeressia Glass and "Game On"While chatting with Seressia Glass about her novel Game On, we touch on the racism and sexism in the gaming industry. We talk about tropes in romance and why only writers understand the phrase, "My characters talk to me." Get your copy of Game On here: https://bookshop.org/a/55881/9780593199077 Wine, Women and Words is a listener supported podcast, please consider buying us a cup of coffee: https://ko-fi.com/winewomenwordspodcast
2024-02-2126 minWine, Women and WordsAlex Martin and Next Door NemesisWe sit down with Alex Martin to talk about the horrors of HOAs and why it is the perfect place to set a rom-com. We also discuss some of the finer points that go into the making of a rom-com novel. Pick up your copy of NextDoor Nemesis here: https://bookshop.org/a/55881/9780593337257 Wine, Women and Words is a listener-supported podcast, please consider buying us a cup of coffee: https://ko-fi.com/winewomenwordspodcast
2024-02-2116 minWine, Women and WordsDonna HillWe chat with Donna Hill about her novel I am Ayah: The Way Home about the craft of writing. We find out we have a new title holder for most books written and Michele and Diana find out that they might end up in a book one day. Help Support Our Podcast: Pick up your book here: https://bookshop.org/a/55881/9781649371454 Buy us a cup of coffee: https://ko-fi.com/winewomenwordspodcast
2024-02-1234 minWine, Women and WordsDenny S. Bryce and Eliza KnightEliza and Denny stop by to talk about their book Can't We Be Friends. We discuss the history of Marilyn Monroe and Ella Fitzgerald's friendship, how Denny and Eliza started this book, and how they balance more than one book contract. Pre-order your copy here: https://bookshop.org/a/55881/9780063282902 Support our podcast by purchasing a cup of coffee for us: https://ko-fi.com/winewomenwordspodcast
2024-02-0224 minWine, Women and WordsKirthana RamisettiWe chat with Kirthana Ramisetti about her book Advika and The Hollywood Wives and what happens when the fantasy isn't what you thought it would be. Kirthana and Diana talk about the editor they shared at Grand Central. Pick up your copy here: https://bookshop.org/a/55881/9781538709276 Support our podcast: https://ko-fi.com/winewomenwordspodcast
2024-01-2228 minWine, Women and WordsJeanne MackinIn this episode, we chat with Jeanne Mackin about her novel Picasso's Lovers. We also marvel at how visual artists see the world, we talk about Macarthyism and the nuanses of Color Blindness. You can pre-order your book here: https://bookshop.org/p/books/picasso-s-lovers-jeanne-mackin/20030076?ean=9781101990568 Show our podcast how much you love us, buy us a cup of coffee: https://ko-fi.com/winewomenwordspodcast
2024-01-1835 minWine, Women and WordsWelcome 2024Michele and Diana are back! We are discussing what we did over our Christmas break, chatting about our upcoming episodes along with some fun side quests. Support our podcast! Buy us a cup of coffee: https://ko-fi.com/winewomenwordspodcast
2024-01-0847 minWine, Women and WordsRosie DananWe chatted with romance author, Rosie Danan about her novel Do Your Worst. We also talk a bit about building tension, what it takes to write a romance and weird search histories. Get your copy of Do Your worst here: https://bookshop.org/a/55881/9780593437148
2024-01-0232 minWine, Women and WordsConstance Sayers and The Star and The Strange MoonConstance Sayers stopped by the podcast to talk about her latest novel The Star and the Strange Moon. We talked about our love for strange books, old Hollywood, and how agents deserve so much praise for putting up with eccentric authors like us. Pick up our copy of The Star and Strange Moon here: https://bookshop.org/a/55881/9780316493741 Support our podcast: https://ko-fi.com/winewomenwordspodcast
2023-11-1045 minWine, Women and WordsBreanne RandallBreanne Randall stopped by to talk about everything under the sun, quite literally, from her book to her grandmother's influence. Pick up your copy of the book here: https://bookshop.org/a/55881/9781639105731 Support our podcast: https://ko-fi.com/winewomenwordspodcast
2023-10-301h 04Wine, Women and WordsMeg CabotIn this episode, we talk with Meg Cabot about her long-standing career (she has written over 50 novels!) and her new book, Enchanted to Meet You. Pick up your copy of Enchanted to Meet you here: https://bookshop.org/p/books/enchanted-to-meet-you-meg-cabot/19446881?ean=9780063268371 Help support our podcast: https://ko-fi.com/winewomenwordspodcast
2023-10-2728 minWine, Women and WordsRaquel Vasquez Gilliland & "Witch of Wild Things"Author Raquel Vasquez Gilliland joins us to discuss her adult debut novel, "Witch of Wild Things." We also dive into some of her previous work, including the difference between writing young adult and adult fiction and much more. Support our podcast, buy us a cup of coffee: https://ko-fi.com/winewomenwordspodcast
2023-10-2033 minWine, Women and WordsKris WaldherrKris Waldherr and Diana nerd out about Mary Shelley's Frankenstein and how it relates to Kris' book Unnatural Creatures. Kris does a tarot reading for Diana from the tarot deck that she created and Lilo tries to fill in for Michele as co-host. Pick up your copy of Kris' beautifully drawn tarot deck and expanded compendium here: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/kriswaldherr/the-goddess-tarot-25th-anniversary-collectors-edition Buy your copy of Unnatural Creatures here: https://bookshop.org/a/55881/9798985351200
2023-10-1835 minWine, Women and WordsChristine SneedWe talk about what it's like to write short fiction, the publishing industry, and the trouble with italics (along with the Oxford comma) Get your copy of the book here: https://bookshop.org/a/55881/9780810146167 Support the podcast: https://ko-fi.com/winewomenwordspodcast
2023-09-2650 minWine, Women and WordsLeigh Esposito and The GodmotherWe discuss the research that it takes to write a novel, regardless of the genre, developing strong female characters, and the messy legacy of the Mafia on Italian culture. Pick up your copy of The Godmother here: https://bookshop.org/a/55881/9798987561355 Support our podcast, buy us a cup of coffee: https://ko-fi.com/winewomenwordspodcast
2023-09-2151 minWine, Women and WordsVanessa Riley and The Queen of ExilesWe talk with Vaness about her incredible record of writing books and what keeps her going; the incredible history behind her most recent novel and a bit about her writing process. Get your copy of Queen of Exiles here: https://bookshop.org/a/5676/9780063270992 Support our podcast directly: https://ko-fi.com/winewomenwordspodcast
2023-09-0743 minWine, Women and WordsKatrina KittleWe chat with author Katrina Kittle about her latest book, Morning in this Broken World. We also talk about pacing yourself to write a novel, writing multiple perspectives and Diana gives us her definition of "Show Don't Tell." (As a hint, it has something to do with the Supreme Court) Pick up your copy of Katrina's book here: https://bookshop.org/a/5676/9781662510113 Help support our podcast: https://ko-fi.com/winewomenwordspodcast
2023-09-0634 minWine, Women and WordsTemi OhWe chat with Temi Oh about her book More Perfect. We also talk a bit about writing while in university and Diana gets nerdy about Doctor Who. Get your copy of More Perfect here: https://bookshop.org/p/books/more-perfect-temi-oh/18982894?ean=9781982142834 Please support our podcast by buying us a cup of coffee: https://ko-fi.com/winewomenwordspodcast
2023-08-3018 minWine, Women and WordsOre Agbaje-Williams and The Three of UsWe chatted with Ore about her debut novel, The Three of Us and what could happen if a husband and best friend don't get along. We also talk about the second book hurtle and Diana discusses why it was her third book rather than her second. Get your copy of The Three of us here: https://bookshop.org/a/5676/9780593540718 Help support our podcast: https://ko-fi.com/winewomenwordspodcast
2023-08-2336 minWine, Women and WordsDiscussion of The Queen of ExilesDiana and Michele discuss The Queen of Exiles up to Chapter 4. Michele talks about how cool she was in elementary school and Diana talks about the joy of reading. Pick up your copy of The Queen of Exiles: https://bookshop.org/a/5676/9780063270992 Help support our podcast, buy us a cup of coffee: https://ko-fi.com/winewomenwordspodcast
2023-08-1520 minWine, Women and WordsClaire McMillan and The Alchemy of a BlackbirdClaire joins us to discuss utilizing Tarot, research, and the friendship between Remedios Vera and Leonora Carrington. Get your copy here: https://bookshop.org/a/5676/9781668006559 Help support our podcast, buy us a coffee: https://ko-fi.com/winewomenwordspodcast
2023-08-1429 minWine, Women and WordsStephen KiernanWe chat with Stephen Kiernan about his latest book The Glass Chateau along with his adventures in researching including making his own glass flowers. Stephen also does our show's first-ever reading! Pick up your copy here: https://bookshop.org/p/books/the-glass-chateau/18859509?ean=9780063227316 Help support the podcast by buying us a cup of coffee: https://ko-fi.com/winewomenwordspodcast
2023-08-101h 14Wine, Women and WordsThe Last Masterpiece with Laura MorelliWe sit down with Laura Morelli to talk about Italian history and WW2. Laura and Diana fan girl over a mutual "character" and Laura discusses her plotting process. Don't forget to pre-order your book through Laura's website so that you can get your https://lauramorelli.com/store/the-last-masterpiece-a-novel/ Help support our podcast: https://ko-fi.com/winewomenwordspodcast
2023-07-2535 minWine, Women and WordsYou've Been Served with Kristen AliciaIn this episode Kristen and Diana bond over their shared ADHD, their shared history of being in the legal field and the importance of black joy. Get your copy of You've been Served here: https://bookshop.org/a/5676/9781649373946 Support our podcast, buy us a cup of coffee: https://ko-fi.com/winewomenwordspodcast
2023-07-2037 minWine, Women and WordsTalking Rom Coms with TJ AlexanderTJ talks about their new novel, Chef's Choice. Michele and TJ also talk about the joys of buying the good cheese (you know the fancy stuff behind glass) and the whacko do requests in wills that may or may not be far-fetched. Pick up your copy here: https://bookshop.org/a/55881/9781982189105 Support our podcast, buy us a coffee: https://ko-fi.com/winewomenwordspodcast
2023-07-1128 minWine, Women and WordsTJ KluneWhile we intended to talk to TJ Klune about his latest book In the Lives of Puppets we ended up having a wonderful conversation about the brave little toaster along with LGBTQ+ history and how it relates to the themes in his books. Be sure to get your copy of In the Lives of Puppets here: https://bookshop.org/a/55881/9781250217448 Already have the book? Support our podcast by buying us a cup of coffee: https://ko-fi.com/winewomenwordspodcast
2023-06-2730 minWine, Women and WordsLee Bukowski and "A Week of Warm Weather"Author Lee Bukowski joins us to discuss her novel "A Week of Warm Weather" and we dive into what we think the old adage "write what you know" really means, exploring women's friendship in writing and much more! Get your copy of A Week of Warm Weather: https://bookshop.org/a/5676/9781684631377 Support the podcast by buying us a cup of coffee: https://ko-fi.com/winewomenwordspodcast
2023-06-2228 minWine, Women and WordsBryn Turnbull and The Paris DeceptionWe catch up with Bryn Turnbull to discuss her latest novel, The Paris Deception. We talk about art forgery and why novelists will always be the first people the police will look at. Also, we define the term "Lebowski-chic" Get your copy of The Paris Deception: https://bookshop.org/a/55881/9780778333418 Support the podcast by buying us a cup of coffee: https://ko-fi.com/winewomenwordspodcast
2023-06-0746 minWine, Women and WordsWilliam Landay***THIS EPISODE CONTAINS SPOILERS*** In this episode we chat with William Landay about his latest book, All That is Mine I Carry With Me. We get into the details of the book, how the way you write a book can affect the ebook as well as the audiobook and Michele tries to press William on what really happened at the end of the book. Reminder, there are spoilers, you have been warned. Support the podcast by buying us a cup of coffee: https://ko-fi.com/winewomenwordspodcast
2023-05-3154 minWine, Women and WordsDiane Marie Brown and Black Candle WomenIn this episode we chat with Diane Marie Brown about her new book. Get your copy here: https://bookshop.org/p/books/black-candle-women-diane-marie-brown/18524225?ean=9781525899911 Support the podcast by buying us a cup of Kofi: https://ko-fi.com/winewomenwordspodcast
2023-05-2433 minWine, Women and WordsHarper Kincaid and A Midsummer Night's MurderWe sit down with author Harper Kincaid to talk about the difference between murder mystery books and cozy mystery books, newsletter marketing, and why you want Diana and Harper on your trivia team. Get your copy of Harper's latest book here: https://www.amazon.com/Midsummer-Nights-Scheme-Bookbinding-Mystery-ebook/dp/B08FZN9MGC/ref=tmm_kin_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=1684450707&sr=8-1 Help support our podcast by buying us a cup of kofi: https://ko-fi.com/winewomenwordspodcast
2023-05-1954 minWine, Women and WordsWeina Dai Randal and Night AngelsWeina talks to us about the Chinese Schindler who is in her book, the Night Angels. Weina and Diana discuss the details that go into researching historical fiction and how there is some truth to the saying, "Lost in Translation." Get your copy of Night Angels here: https://bookshop.org/a/55881/9781542038003
2023-05-1045 minWine, Women and WordsMarvelous with Molly GreeleyMolly talks about the history behind the Beauty and the Beast fairytale. Diana talks about what it's like to wear a corset and we discuss marketing and book art. Pick up your book here: https://bookshop.org/a/55881/9780063244092 Buy Michele and Diana a cup of coffee: Ko-fi.com/winewomenwordspodcast
2023-05-0255 minWine, Women and WordsJessa Maxwell and The Golden SpoonWe chat with Jess about her debut novel, The Golden Spoon. We also talk about boundaries for writers and their partners and how much baking went into her research. Get your copy of The Golden Spoon here: https://bookshop.org/a/5676/9781668008003 Buy us a cup of coffee: https://ko-fi.com/winewomenwordspodcast
2023-04-2635 minWine, Women and WordsMargaret VerbleIn this talk with Margaret Verble, Michele learns the importance of never throwing away a shelved book and she finds another pantser! Get your copy of Stealing here: https://bookshop.org/a/5676/9780063267053
2023-04-1832 minWine, Women and WordsTalking Arca with GreerGreer Macallister pays another visit to the podcast to talk about her latest book Arca. We talk about the editing process, what it's like to write a series, and congratulate her on being the author in our five timer's club. We also talk about letting the chaos in our writing. Pick up your copy of Arca here: https://bookshop.org/a/5676/9781982167929
2023-04-1134 minWine, Women and WordsLoki's Ring with Stina LeichtDiana and Stina bond over Ted Lasso, Michele learns about heirloom carrots and their effect on Loki's Ring. Stina also talks about the subtle ways we can subvert the patriarchy through literature. Pick up your copy of Loki's Ring here: https://bookshop.org/a/5676/9781982170639
2023-04-0745 minWine, Women and WordsHeather WebbWe catch up with our long-time podcast friend, Heather Webb to discuss her book Strangers in the Night. Pick up your copy here: https://bookshop.org/a/5676/9780063297111 Help support our podcast by buying us a cup of coffee: Ko-fi.com/winewomenwordspodcast
2023-03-3027 minWine, Women and WordsSusan Stokes ChapmanWe discuss all things Pandora including the Georgian time period and Greek Mythology with Susan Stokes Chapman. Susan and Diana bond over a mutual character that they share in their novels. Pick up your copy of Pandora here: https://bookshop.org/a/5676/9780063280021 Help support the podcast by buying us a cup of coffee: Ko-fi.com/winewomenwordspodcast
2023-03-2824 minWine, Women and WordsJanie ChangWe had the opportunity to sit down and talk with Janie Chang about her most recent novel, The Porcelain Moon. Pick up your copy of the book here: https://bookshop.org/a/5676/9780063072862 Already have a copy of the book? Then help support the podcast by buying us a cup of coffee: Ko-fi.com/winewomenwordspodcast
2023-03-1437 minWine, Women and WordsMoonday Letters with Emmi ItarantaIn chatting with Emmi we explore epistolary books, writing science fiction, and how Emmi writes in two different languages (English and Finnish!). Get your copy of the Moonday Letters here: https://bookshop.org/a/55881/9781803360447 Already have a copy of the book? Then help support the podcast by buying us a cup of coffee: Ko-fi.com/winewomenwordspodcast
2023-03-0827 minWine, Women and WordsThe Many Daughters of Afong MoyPotential Spoilers In this week's episode, we chat with Jamie Ford about his latest book The Many Daughters of Afong Moy. We also discuss the science behind epigenetics, the joys of writer's retreats, and becoming a writer without an MFA. If you haven't read The Many Daughters of Afong Moy yet, get your copy here: https://bookshop.org/a/5676/9781982158217 Already have a copy? Then help support our podcast by buying us a cup of coffee: https://ko-fi.com/winewomenwordspodcast
2023-02-2854 minWine, Women and WordsDiscussion Episode of The Many Daughters of Afong MoyIn this episode, we discuss up to Chapter 14. Diana and Michele share their frustrations with certain characters, library pet peeves, and the many wonderful uses for chopsticks. Get your copy of The Many Daughters of Afong Moy here: https://bookshop.org/a/5676/9781982158217 Help support our podcast by buying us a cup of coffee: ko-fi.com/winewomenwordspodcast
2023-02-2335 minWine, Women and WordsStone Blind With Natalie HaynesDiana and Natalie discuss the mythology and history behind Medusa in Natalie's latest novel, Stone Blind. We also discuss what future literary professors will call the books created during the pandemic. Pick up your copy of Stone Blind here: https://bookshop.org/a/55881/9780063258396
2023-02-2139 minWine, Women and WordsThe Sweet Spot with Amy PoeppelJoin us as we chat about writing comedy; the difference between writing a screenplay and writing a novel; and like in NYC. We also come up with a new party game. Get your copy of The Sweet Spot here: https://bookshop.org/a/5676/9781982176457 Help support our podcast for less than a cup of coffee: https://ko-fi.com/winewomenwordspodcast
2023-02-1545 minWine, Women and WordsAudrey Burges and The Miniscule MansionWe chat with Audrey Burges about her book The Miniscule Mansion of My Myra Malone and the personalities each house contains. Be sure to get your copy of the book here: https://bookshop.org/a/5676/9780593546475 Michele and Diana also start their discussion of The Many Daughters of Afong Moy: https://bookshop.org/a/5676/9781982158217 Already own the books? Support the podcast for less than a cup of coffee, https://ko-fi.com/winewomenwordspodcast
2023-02-0849 minWine, Women and WordsGabriella Saab and "Daughter's of Victory"***THIS EPISODE CONTAINS SPOILERS*** Catch up with Gabriella Saab to talk about her latest book, Daughters of Victory. We do discuss some very big spoilers so if you haven't finished the book, listen at your own peril. However, if you would still like to buy the book, you pick up your copy from our shop. Already have the book? Feel free to buy us a cup of coffee.
2023-01-3152 minWine, Women and WordsRoni Robbins "Hands of Gold"We chat with Roni about her novel Hands of Gold which was inspired by her grandparents. We get real about imposter syndrome and where do we get our validity in our writing. Please be sure to visit our bookshop to pick up your copy of Hands of Gold.
2023-01-2430 minWine, Women and WordsStoryteller's Workbook with Adrienne Young and Isabel IbañezIn our first episode of the year, we chat with Adrienne Young and Isabel Ibañez about the Storyteller's Workbook and how useful it is for authors. Pick up your copy here.
2023-01-1722 minWine, Women and WordsOnce Upon A December with Amy ReichertOn our last episode of the year, we chat with Amy Reichert about her latest books, Christmas markets, and Christmas Kringle... Get your copy of Once Upon a December here
2022-12-2337 minWine, Women and WordsNot Hiding with Kristina McMorris***Spoilers** We sit down with Kristina McMorris to talk about her latest book, The Ways We Hide. We get into the grit about writing. Get your copy of The Ways We Hide here
2022-12-1658 minWine, Women and WordsBig Chicas Don't Cry with Annette Chavez MaciasWe chat with Annette Chavez Macias about food, cousins and her latest book Big Chicas Don't Cry. Pick up your copy of the book here.
2022-12-1533 minWine, Women and Words"They Come at Knight" with Yasmin AngoeAuthor Yasmin Angoe joins Diana and guest co-host Alex Kiester to discuss her latest novel "They Come at Knight," the second installation of her Nena Knight series. They discuss the inspiration behind the novel, the family and friend resources Yasmin used in the research process for her novel, continuing these characters' stories from the first novel and so much more! Be sure to check out our shop on Bookshop.org to be able to help support independent bookstores and this podcast. You can find "They Come at Knight" under 'Featured Books' and our November title, "The Ways W...
2022-11-2535 minWine, Women and Words"Reluctant Immortals" with Gwendolyn KisteAuthor Gwendolyn Kiste joins Diana and guest co-host Alyssa Palombo to discuss her latest novel, "Reluctant Immortals." They dive into reinventing classic characters (Lucy from Dracula and Bertha from Jane Eyre, in this case), creating female friendships in the novel, the California history featured in the novel and much more! Be sure to check out our shop on Bookshop.org to be able to help support independent bookstores and this podcast. You can find "Reluctant Immortals" under 'Featured Books' and our November title, "The Ways We Hide" by Kristina McMorris in our 'Book of the Month' shop.
2022-11-2526 minWine, Women and Words"The Witch & the Tsar" with Olesya Salnikova Gilmore**CAUTION: SPOILERS** We chat with Olesya Salnikova Gilmore joins us to discuss our October Book of the Month (and her debut novel!) "The Witch & the Tsar." We dive into the debut novel experience, the history and lore behind the novel, Olesya's experience weaving the two together into her story -- and much more! Be sure to check out our shop on Bookshop.org to be able to help support independent bookstores and this podcast. You can find "The Witch & the Tsar" in our 'Book of the Month' shop.
2022-11-2549 minWine, Women and Words"Coming Apart" with Karen HeenanHistorical fiction author Karen Heenan joins us to discuss her latest novel "Coming Apart," a story of two sisters set during the Great Depression. We dive into shifting writing styles to a different period of history, Karen's experience exploring the complexities of the sisters' relationships and much more! Be sure to check out our shop on Bookshop.org to be able to help support independent bookstores and this podcast. You can find "Coming Apart" under 'Featured Books' and our October title, "The Witch & the Tsar" by Olesya Salnikova Gilmore in our 'Book of the Month' shop.
2022-11-0333 minWine, Women and Words"Curse Undone" with Brandie JuneAuthor Brandie June returns to discuss "Curse Undone" the second book in her "Gold Spun" duology. We dive into sparkly cocktails, Brandie's experience building her own world in book two for the faerie realm versus working with the scaffolding of a fairytale in book one, Brandie's idea of a reverse outline and much more. Be sure to check out our shop on Bookshop.org to be able to help support independent bookstores and this podcast. You can find "Curse Undone" under 'Featured Books' and our October title, "The Witch & the Tsar" by Olesya Salnikova Gilmore in our...
2022-11-0330 minWine, Women and WordsExploring Hidden Palaces with Helene WeckerWe get to talk with Helene Wecker about both The Golem and the Jinni and Hidden Palaces. Diana and Helene commiserate over historical fiction woes and Helene's science fiction influences. Get your copy of Hidden Palaces and The Golem and the Jinni at our bookshop.
2022-10-131h 05Wine, Women and WordsExploring a Mind for Murder with Daniella BernettJoin us as we chat with Daniella Bernett about setting, plotting our books and more! Be sure to get your copy of A Mind for Murder here.
2022-09-2925 minWine, Women and Words"The Unquiet Dead" with Stacie MurphyStacie Murphy returns to the show to discuss "The Unquiet Dead," the next adventure of Amelia and Jonas (the characters from her debut novel "A Deadly Fortune"). We discuss the agent-author relationship, Stacie's experience working with a sensitivty reader, expanding her characters' world in book two and much more! Be sure to check out our shop on Bookshop.org to be able to help support independent bookstores and this podcast. You can find "The Unquiet Dead" under 'Featured Books' and our September title, "The Hidden Palace" by Helene Wecker in our 'Book of the Month' shop.
2022-09-2841 minWine, Women and WordsTraveling Through History with Kim Taylor BlakemoreHave you ever wondered what the little yellow person is on google maps? Well with the help of Kim Taylor Blakemore we find out. Kim isn't just here to shed light on a google mystery, she returns to the show to talk about her latest book, The Deception, and how to do setting research without leaving your home. Pick up your copy of Deception here.
2022-09-2847 minWine, Women and Words"The Book Eaters" with Sunyi Dean***CAUTION: SPOILERS*** We welcome Sunyi Dean for our August Book of the Month episode to unpack all things "The Book Eaters." We discussed the inspiration behind the novel, how Sunyi created taste descriptions for the books her characters ate in the story, what the story initially began as and so much more! Be sure to check out our shop on Bookshop.org to be able to help support independent bookstores and this podcast. You can find our August title, "The Book Eaters" by Sunyi Dean in our 'Book of the Month' shop.
2022-09-0840 minWine, Women and Words"The Accidental Pinup" with Danielle JacksonAuthor Danielle Jackson joins us to discuss her debut novel "The Accidental Pinup." We discuss Danielle's inspiration and research process behind "Dreamland," the lingerie line featured in the novel, how Danielle's past career as a publicist in publishing prepared her to become an author and much more! Be sure to check out our shop on Bookshop.org to be able to help support independent bookstores and this podcast. You can find "The Accidental Pinup" under 'Featured Books' and our September title, "The Hidden Palace" by Helene Wecker in our 'Book of the Month' shop.
2022-09-0827 minWine, Women and Words"Ben & Beatriz" with Katalina GamarraAuthor Katalina Gamarra joins us to discuss her debut novel, "Ben & Beatriz." We have a mini Shakespeare nerd-out session before discussing Katalina's inspiration for a modern-day Beatriz, how her theater background helped her write dialogue in the novel and much, much more! Be sure to check out our shop on Bookshop.org to be able to help support independent bookstores and this podcast. You can find "Ben & Beatriz" under 'Featured Books' and our September title, "The Hidden Palace" by Helene Wecker in our 'Book of the Month' shop.
2022-09-0837 minWine, Women and Words"Dark Earth" with Rebecca StottAuthor Rebecca Stott joins us to discuss her latest novel, "Dark Eart" set during the Dark Ages in Londinium, the Roman settlement in Britain. We nerd out on research (of course) and archaeology, the brooch that inspired the novel, the meaning behind the title and much more. Be sure to check out our shop on Bookshop.org to be able to help support independent bookstores and this podcast. You can find "Dark Earth" under 'Featured Books' and our September title, "The Hidden Palace" by Helene Wecker in our 'Book of the Month' shop.
2022-09-0831 minWine, Women and Words"Moth" with Melody RazakAuthor Melody Razak joins us to discuss her debut historical fiction novel "Moth." We dive into the research behind the story, the craft of building dialogue in the writing process, Melody's year living in India writing this novel and much, much more. Be sure to check out our shop on Bookshop.org to be able to help support independent bookstores and this podcast. You can find "Moth" under 'Featured Books' and our August title, "The Book Eaters" by Sunyi Dean in our 'Book of the Month' shop.
2022-08-3026 minWine, Women and Words"Mademoiselle Revolution" with Zoe SivakDebut author Zoe Sivak joins us to discuss her historical fiction novel "Mademoiselle Revolution." We discuss pub week, what drew Zoe to this time period, the historical figures in the novel, cover art and so, so much more. Be sure to check out our shop on Bookshop.org to be able to help support independent bookstores and this podcast. You can find "Mademoiselle Revolution" under 'Featured Books' and our August title, "The Book Eaters" by Sunyi Dean in our 'Book of the Month' shop.
2022-08-2450 minWine, Women and Words"Dalvi: Six Years in the Arctic Tundra" with Laura GallowayAuthor Laura Galloway joins us to discuss "Dalvi: Six Years in the Arctic Tundra," her memoir of her experiences living in a reindeer village in the Arctic Tundra. We dive into her experiences learning the language, the writing process of compiling her memories and translating it into a book and much, much more. We also discuss our book of the month, "The Book Eaters" by Sunyi Dean. Be sure to check out our shop on Bookshop.org to be able to help support independent bookstores and this podcast. You can find "Dalvi: Six Years in th...
2022-08-2047 minWine, Women and Words"The Truth About Ben and June" with Alex KiesterAuthor Alex Kiester returns to discuss her novel "The Truth About Ben and June." We dive into the research she did for her characters, writer's quirks and more amid a conversational tangent or two. Or three. Be sure to check out our shop on Bookshop.org to be able to help support independent bookstores and this podcast. You can find "The Truth About Ben and June" under 'Featured Books' and our August title, "The Boo Eaters" by Sunyi Dean in our 'Book of the Month' shop.
2022-08-1245 minWine, Women and Words"Let Me Be Frank" with Tracy DawsonIt's our book of the month episode to unpack "Let Me Be Frank" with author Tracy Dawson. We dive into all things about the book, from how it originated to the epic title to the phenomenal artwork to the women and research behind this non-fiction book. Be sure to check out our shop on Bookshop.org to be able to help support independent bookstores and this podcast. You can find our July title, "Let Me Be Frank" by Tracy Dawson in our 'Book of the Month' shop.
2022-08-051h 00Wine, Women and Words"By Her Own Design" with Piper HuguleyPiper Huguley joins us to discuss her latest historical fiction novel "By Her Own Design: A Novel of Ann Lowe, Fashion Designer to the Social Register." We dive into the true story behind the novel, the women in Ann's life, Diana's food question and much more! Be sure to check out our shop on Bookshop.org to be able to help support independent bookstores and this podcast. You can find "By Her Own Design" under 'Featured Books' and our July title, "Let Me Be Frank" by Tracy Dawson in our 'Book of the Month' shop.
2022-07-2837 minWine, Women and Words"The Lager Queen of Minnesota" with J. Ryan StradalJ. Ryan Stradal joins us to discusses his latest novel "The Lager Queen of Minnesota." We dive into the research that went into the novel, author quirks and host a writer's workshop on his technique of starting a novel in the middle and working his way to the beginning and the end -- and much more! Be sure to check out our shop on Bookshop.org to be able to help support independent bookstores and this podcast. You can find "The Lager Queen of Minnesota" under 'Featured Books' and our July title, "Let Me Be Frank" by Tr...
2022-07-1947 minWine, Women and Words"The Memory Keeper of Kyiv" with Erin LittekenErin Litteken joins us to discuss her debut historical fiction novel "The Memory Keeper of Kyiv." We dive into Erin's experiences pulling from her own family history to help inspire, inform and shape this novel, the chapter of Ukrainian history featured in this novel and nerd out about research rabbit holes (of course) -- and much more! Be sure to check out our shop on Bookshop.org to be able to help support independent bookstores and this podcast. You can find "The Memory Keeper of Kyiv" under 'Featured Books' and our July title, "Let Me Be Frank" b...
2022-07-1928 minWine, Women and Words"Sister Mother Warrior" with Vanessa RileyVanessa Riley returns to the show to discuss her latest novel "Sister Mother Warrior." We dive into the real women behind the novel, finding the balance of history and fiction as a historical fiction writer and -- of course -- the research in a history nerd happy hour. And much, much more. Be sure to check out our shop on Bookshop.org to be able to help support independent bookstores and this podcast. You can find "Sister Mother Warrior" by Vanessa Riley under 'Featured Books' and our July title, "Let Me Be Frank" by Tracy Dawson in o...
2022-07-1539 minWine, Women and Words"Self-Portrait with Ghost" with Meng JinAuthor Meng Jin returns to discuss "Self-Portrait with Ghost," her collection of short stories. We discuss writers who influenced Meng's writing, how she approached writing the stories in this collection and much more. We also launch our discussion about "Let Me Be Frank," our book of the month by Tracy Dawson. Be sure to check out our shop on Bookshop.org to be able to help support independent bookstores and this podcast. You can find "Self-Portrait with Ghost" under 'Featured Books' and our July title, "Let Me Be Frank" by Tracy Dawson in our 'Book of...
2022-07-1241 minWine, Women and Words"Darling Girl" with Liz MichalskiLiz Michalski joins us to discuss her latest novel, "Darling Girl" a dark reimagining of J.M. Barrie's "Peter Pan" and we dive into fairytales in general, narrator perspectives, Liz's take on Peter and Tinker Bell and so much more! Be sure to check out our shop on Bookshop.org to be able to help support independent bookstores and this podcast. You can find "Darling Girl" under 'Featured Books' and our July title, "Let Me Be Frank" by Tracy Dawson in our 'Book of the Month' shop.
2022-07-1227 minWine, Women and WordsDiscussing "The Candid Life of Meena Dave" with Namrata Patel***CAUTION: SPOILERS!!*** It's our book of the month episode, so we're diving into all the spoilers of "The Candid Life of Meena Dave" with author Namrata Patel. From the phenomenal characters to the food to the plot twists - we discuss that and much, much more. Be sure to check out our shop on Bookshop.org to be able to help support independent bookstores and this podcast. You can find our June title, "The Candid Life of Meena Dave" by Namrata Patel in our 'Book of the Month' shop.
2022-07-0959 minWine, Women and Words"The Caretakers" with Amanda Bestor-SiegalAmanda Bestor-Siegal joins us to discuss her debut novel, "The Caretakers." We dive into the experiences that inspired the novel, what it was like to layer those experiences into character perspectives and the different themes that were explored through different characters -- and much, much more! Be sure to check out our shop on Bookshop.org to be able to help support independent bookstores and this podcast. You can find "The Caretakers" under 'Featured Books' and our June title, "The Candid Life of Meena Dave" by Namrata Patel in our 'Book of the Month' shop.
2022-07-0131 minWine, Women and WordsC. D'Angelo and "The Visitor"C. D'Angelo joins us to discuss her latest novel "The Visitor." We dive into the inspiration behind the story (and which kind of stores we would open), the complex organizing systems we create for our bookshelves, how authors become mini experts in various fields/topics and much, much more! Check out C. D'Angelo's website to order your own copy of "The Visitor." Be sure to check out our shop on Bookshop.org to be able to help support independent bookstores and this podcast. You can find our June title, "The Candid Life of Meena Dave"...
2022-06-2241 minWine, Women and Words"The Fervor" with Alma KatsuAlma Katsu joins us to discuss "The Fervor," her latest historical horror novel set in the Japanese American internment camps during WWII. We dive into the history behind the novel (and which character was pulled right out of history), her research and how she approached it, the jorogumo and Japanese folkore and so much more. Be sure to check out our shop on Bookshop.org to be able to help support independent bookstores and this podcast. You can find "The Fervor" under 'Featured Books' and our June title, "The Candid Life of Meena Dave" by Namrata Patel i...
2022-06-1639 minWine, Women and WordsChristine Simon & "The Patron Saint of Second Chances"We discuss "The Patron Saint of Second Chances" with debut author Christine Simon and dive into the creation of Signor Speranza and Prometto, his small Italian village. Our conversation veers into Italian dialects, marketing campaigns and much, much more. We kick off our book of the month discussion about "The Candid Life of Meena Dave" by Namrata Patel. Be sure to check out our shop on Bookshop.org to be able to help support independent bookstores and this podcast. You can find "The Patron Saint of Second Chances" under 'Featured Books' and our June title, "The...
2022-06-1544 minWine, Women and WordsWeina Dai Randel and "The Last Rose of Shanghai"Weina Dai Randel joins us to discuss her historical fiction novel "The Last Rose of Shanhai." We discuss the history and historical figures behind the novel, traditions Weina has begun with her family and her novels and much more! Be sure to check out our shop on Bookshop.org to be able to help support independent bookstores and this podcast. You can find "The Last Rose of Shanghai" under 'Featured Books' and our June title, "Candid Life of Meena Dave" by Namrata Patel in our 'Book of the Month' shop.
2022-06-0834 minWine, Women and WordsChatting with Karen White about "The Shop on Royal Street"Karen White joins us to discuss "The Shop on Royal Street," the first book in her Royal Street series -- a spinoff frrom her Tradd Street series. We discuss some of the origin stories of Nola, the main character, unexpected secondary characters who insert themselves in the writing process and much much more. Be sure to check out our shop on Bookshop.org to be able to help support independent bookstores and this podcast. You can find "The Shop on Royal Street" under 'Featured Books' and our February title, "Candid Life of Meena Dave" in our 'Book of...
2022-06-0834 minWine, Women and WordsUnpacking "The Wedding Veil" with Kristy Woodson Harvey***CAUTION: SPOILERS*** Kristy Woodson Harvey joins the show to unpack her novel (and our book of the month) "The Wedding Veil." We discuss the women of the Biltmore and Edith Vanderbilt's wedding veil that really did disappear, how Cornelia's fascination with numerology helped shape her storyline in the novel, the development of some major plot points and so much more. Be sure to check out our shop on Bookshop.org to be able to help support independent bookstores and this podcast. You can find our May title, "The Wedding Veil" by Kristy Woodson Harvey in o...
2022-06-0250 minWine, Women and WordsTalking Art & Mysteries with Connie BerryConnie Berry discusses the fourth installation of her Kate Hamilton mystery series, "The Shadow of Memory." We dive into exploring/developing characters over the course of a series, pantsing versus plotting and so much more! We discuss our May book, "The Wedding Veil" by Kristy Woodson Harvey. Be sure to check out our shop on Bookshop.org to be able to help support independent bookstores and this podcast. You can find "The Shadow of Memory" under 'Featured Books' and our May title, "The Wedding Veil" by Kristy Woodson Harvey in our 'Book of the Month' s...
2022-05-2650 minWine, Women and WordsHanging Out with T.J. AlexanderT.J. Alexander joins us to discuss their debut novel "Chef's Kiss" and we nerd out about all things baking, slow-burn romances and so, so much more amid *lots* of laughing. Be sure to check out our shop on Bookshop.org to be able to help support independent bookstores and this podcast. You can find "Chef's Kiss" under 'Featured Books' and our May title, "The Wedding Veil" by Kristy Woodson Harvey in our 'Book of the Month' shop.
2022-05-2042 minWine, Women and WordsFood & Writing with Jenn BouchardAuthor Jenn Bouchard joins us to discuss her debut novel "First Course" -- and we dive into some of the recipes from the novel, writing complex sibling relationships and much more! Be sure to check out our shop on Bookshop.org to be able to help support independent bookstores and this podcast. You can find "First Course" under 'Featured Books' and our May title, "The Wedding Veil" by Kristy Woodson Harvey in our 'Book of the Month' shop.
2022-05-1927 minWine, Women and WordsAnother Evening with Aimie K. RunyanAimie K. Runyan to returns to discuss her latest novel "The School for German Brides" and we dive into the history behind the novel, Aimie's research and so much more! Be sure to check out our shop on Bookshop.org to be able to help support independent bookstores and this podcast. You can find "The School for German Brides" under 'Featured Books' and our May title, "The Wedding Veil" by Kristy Woodson Harvey in our 'Book of the Month' shop.
2022-05-1929 minWine, Women and WordsA Chat with Lydia KangLydia Kang discusses "The Half-Life of Ruby Fielding" and we dive into *so* many fun conversations, including merging medical accuracy with plot points, building tension in the writing and the easter eggs hidden away in each of Lydia's novels. Be sure to check out our shop on Bookshop.org to be able to help support independent bookstores and this podcast. You can find "The Half-Life of Ruby Fielding" under 'Featured Books' and our May title, "The Wedding Veil" by Kristy Woodson Harvey in our 'Book of the Month' shop.
2022-05-1230 minWine, Women and WordsOn Dogs and Writing with Stefanie LondonAuthor Stefanie London discusses her latest novel, "The Dachshund Wears Prada." We dive into the chaos of pub week/deadline days, creating character arcs for animal characters and, of course, the dachshund! Be sure to check out our shop on Bookshop.org to be able to help support independent bookstores and this podcast. You can find "The Dachshund Wears Prada" under 'Featured Books' and our May title, "The Wedding Veil" by Kristy Woodson Harvey in our 'Book of the Month' shop.
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