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Literary ClubEpisode 91 - Last Episode - The House of my Mother, Russian Winter, Lady Tan's Circle of Women, The Alice Network, When the World Fell Silent, Business Boutique, The Nature of Fragile ThingsClick this link to get $5 off at book outlet and to connect with us on Goodreads https://linktr.ee/theliteraryclubpodcast . You can also connect with us at literaryclubpodcast@gmail.com and @literaryclubpodcastThe House of my Mother: A Daughter's Quest for Freedom by Shari FrankeRussian Winter by Daphne KalotayLady Tan's Circle of Women by Lisa See The Alice Network by Kate QuinnWhen the World Fell Silent by Donna Jones AlwardBusiness Boutique: A Woman's Guide for Making Money doing what she loves by Christy W...2025-05-0637 min
Reading Under the Covers: A Romance Novel PodcastNew Romance Book Releases: April 14–20, 2025In this episode of the Reading Under the Covers, a romance novel podcast, we are talking new releases. This week’s romance releases are stacked—from grumpy dukes and small-town second chances to dragon shifters and fake marriage shenanigans. Plus, we’ve got a special guest author joining us! Marina Adair pops in to chat about her upcoming enemies-to-lovers romcom, Love to Hate You, and shares some of her must-read author recs.Whether you're in the mood for scandalous historicals, cowboy softies, or fated mates with fire-breathing stakes, there’s something here to spice up your TBR.👀 Don...2025-04-1515 min
History, Books & Wine PodcastDrunk History Trivia with Mimi Matthews, Jenni L. Walsh, Donna Jones Alward and Eliza KnightIt's time for a Drunk History Trivia Game!! I'm excited to be joined on the show today by Mimi Matthews, Jenni L. Walsh, and Donna Jones Alward.Paired with this episode:SPARKLE SAUCE! Also known as sparkling water drinks!Mimi's Book:The Muse of Maiden LaneJenni's Book:Ace, Marvel, SpyDonna's Book:When the World Fell SilentEliza's Book:Confessions of a Grammar QueenFind Mimi OnlineFind Jenni OnlineFind Donna OnlineFind...2024-11-1230 min
DesideratumWhen the World Fell Silent with Donna Alward
Step into the world of 1917 with author Donna Alward's debut historical fiction, "When the World Fell Silent." This gripping tale explores the lives of two distinct women, Nora and Charlotte, against the backdrop of the Halifax explosion—an event that reshaped a city and its people. Known for her success in romance, Donna takes on the challenge of weaving historical facts with compelling character arcs, creating a story that is as much about love and community as it is about tragedy.
Join us as Donna shares her journey from romance to historical fiction, the se...2024-10-1837 min
From the Library With LoveShattered cities. Donna Jones Alward on uncovering the WW1 explosion which devastated Nova ScotiaSend us a textDonna Jones Alward is prolific author, writing over sixty novels. Here she explains why her first historical fiction novel, When the World Fell Silent, challenged her to grapple with a dark chapter in Canada's history...When the World Fell SilentA Globe and Mail and Toronto Star bestseller1917. Halifax, Nova ScotiaNora Crowell wants more than her sister’s life as a wife and mother. As WWI rages across the Atlantic, she becomes a lieutenant in the Canadian Army Nursing Corp. But trouble is looming an...2024-10-1257 minHistory, Books & Wine PodcastThe Halifax Harbour Explosion with Donna Jones AlwardWe're joined on the show today by guest author Donna Jones Alward. On this episode we're going to talk about her book, When the World Fell Silent, a WWI story of loss, hope and redemption, the Canadian Army Nurse Corps, and the Halifax Harbour explosion. Paired with this episode:Donna: Sparkling water with slices of limeEliza: ZipFizz, LimonDonna's Book:When the World Fell SilentWhat Donna is Reading:The Briar Club by Kate QuinnFind Donna Online!Find links to...2024-10-0123 min