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Off The Shelf with Morgann Book#34: Everything You Didn’t Know About the Finding Her Edge AdaptationThis week on Off The Shelf, Morgann sits down with Jennifer Iacopelli, the author of Finding Her Edge, about how the book began, how her life as a school librarian shaped her writing, and the spark that led to its sports romance world. Jennifer shares the inspiration behind the story, the challenges she faced along the way, and how the book eventually became a Netflix adaptation. She also takes us behind the scenes of casting, set visits, and the moments she was most excited to see on screen.CHAPTERS: 0:00 - Introduction1:40...
2026-02-1257 min
FictionMattersThe Best Stories in Olympic Figure Skating with Layne Fargo and Denne Michele NorrisThe 2026 Winter Olympics in Milan have begun. The torch is lit and the figure skating team event is underway. As you may know, I’m a former figure skater, and I love the winter Olympics. And so, I couldn’t resist asking two of my favorite authors and fellow figure skating fans to join me to share our Olympic enthusiasm and give you a little preview of what to watch for.Layne Fargo is the bestselling author The Favorites, They Never Learn, and other fierce stories for fearless femmes. She is an ice-dance superfan and just announced a fo...
2026-02-071h 17
Book Friends ForeverGame, Set, Match by Jennifer Iacopelli Read by Christine LakinShe’s a tennis superstar on the rise. He’s the bad boy champ who broke her heart. When they meet on the court, their competition is hot—but their chemistry is even hotter.
This SPECIAL LIMITED EDITION is available while supplies last—featuring fun stenciled edges! This must-have special edition is only available in a limited first printing.
All of Penny Harrison’s hard work is finally paying off. At 21 years old, she’s a tennis icon in-the-making, with massive sponsorship deals and legendary status on the horizon, if she can just nail the upcoming Grand Slam in Paris. Until then...
2026-02-0304 min
Rebel Ever AfterElla's publishing hot takes on the 'It's a Lot' podcastThis week I'm the guest! I went on my friend Emily Hessney Lynch's podcast It's A Lot to talk about my romance novel, BUT HOW ARE YOU, REALLY. We dug into my writer's block and the depression a lot of authors experience thanks to the shifting goal posts of success in this industry. Plus I shared some conspiracy theories about why best-seller lists are rigged and if hardcover books are doomed to fail. Be sure to subscribe to the It's A Lot podcast! Emily does a great job interviewing folks about social media, parenting, books, and all...
2026-01-2656 min
THE WAYNE AYERS PODCASTEP 132: Madelyn Keys and Alexandra Beaton Talks Netflix's Finding Her EdgeThis week on The Wayne Ayers Podcast, Wayne Ayers sits down with Finding Her Edge stars Madelyn Keys and Alexandra Beaton to talk all things love, rivalry, and ambition in Netflix's newest romantic teen drama, which premiered globally on January 22, 2026. Based on the novel by Jennifer Iacopelli, the eight-episode series dives into the high-stakes world of elite figure skating, where passion on the ice collides with pressure off it.Madelyn Keys opens up about bringing 17-year-old Adriana Russo to life, a rising skater chasing her World Championship dream while torn between two partners and two very different...
2026-01-2218 min
LiteraryHype Podcast107. JENNIFER IACOPELLI: Netflix's Finding Her Edge and putting sports in sports romanceSend a textThis week on LiteraryHype Podcast, I'm joined by Jennifer Iacopelli, just in time for her world to go crazy. Netflix will drop the TV show based on her book, Finding Her Edge, in just a couple days, and then her first novel, Game, Set, Match, will be updated and republished in early February. No biggie, right? Jennifer and I are talking all about putting sports back into sports romance, flipping tropes, and breaking typical structure for the sake of the story. Plus, there's a whole lot of laughter when I might compare o...
2026-01-2048 min
She Reads Romance Books PodcastRomance Books to Movies & TV Series Adaptations Releasing in 2026In this episode, I’m sharing all the romance book movie and TV series adaptations that will be hitting your screens in 2026. From long-awaited series premieres to film adaptations of favorite novels, get excited for what is to hit the big and small screen in 2026. Whether you’re ready to obsess over your favorite bookish couples coming to the screen or discover what to read before it premieres, this roundup has you covered. BOOKS MENTIONED:People We Meet on Vacation by Emily Henry: https://amzn.to/47HyhxcReminders of Him by Colleen Hoov...
2025-12-0838 min
Unsolicited Book ReviewsEpisode 35 | That's Where My Bain RentIn this episode, our book-loving co-hosts have entered a whole new level of silliness as they discuss their thoughts on their last, current, and next reads. Make sure you have your Goodreads app open as they play a thrilling game of Buy, Borrow, Boot! Taking inspiration from the classic game "fuck, marry, kill,". Expect laughter, unexpected choices, and perhaps a few friendly jabs along the way. They decide which books to buy, borrow, or boot, so you don’t have to. It's a game of bookish matchmaking like no other! Join Scott and KP for a whirlwind of bookish ba...
2024-03-1253 min
Bookmarked: A YA Book PodcastChasing the Olympic dream with Jennifer Iacopelli ('Finding Her Edge')Adriana Russo has her eyes set on the Olympics. While that dream is still at least four years away, she's dedicated to ice dancing — a dynamic winter sport where the competition is fierce. But when her skating partner, Brayden, suggests they play up their relationship, a fake-dating plot ensues and threatens to knock Adriana off balance.
Jennifer Iacopelli's novel, Finding Her Edge, is perfect for anyone who loves the world of winter sports and is the perfect novel to pick up if you're chasing those Winter Olympic vibes.
Jennifer joins Chelsea Regan to dive into th...
2022-02-1446 min
Hey YA96.5: Extra Credit: We're Seeing Humans At Their Most PowerfulThis week, Tirzah and special guest Emma Kress, author of Dangerous Play, discuss girls in sports in YA!
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Books Discussed:
Dangerous Play by Emma Kress
In the Same Boat by Holly Green
She Drives Me Crazy by Kelly Quindlen
The Knockout by Sajni Patel
Throw Like a Girl by Sarah Henning
Michigan vs. th...
2021-06-3039 min
Hey YAGet In Loser. We're Going Podcasting.Kelly and new Hey YA host Hannah talk about girls in sports and dig into great stand-alone YA science fiction and fantasy books.
This episode is sponsored by Book Riot’s mystery thriller podcast, Read or Dead; Winter White and Wicked by Shannon Dittemore; and White Fox by Sara Faring, with Fierce Reads.
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2020-10-1457 min
We Are YAThe Check In: Jennifer IacopelliWe Are YA is going daily to keep you company in these days of social distancing. Join Penguin Teen staffer Felicity for an interview with Jennifer Iacopelli, author of Break the Fall.
2020-03-2636 min
GymCastic: The Gymnastics PodcastAmerican Cup of CoronavirusCOVID-19 NEWS Jesolo is officially canceled, Qatar has instituted a quarantine period, Vanessa Ferrari JUST got out of Italy in time, Colin Van Wicklen has withdrawn, and the FIG told USAG to wash its hands. We're diving right into the disease news and how this affects Olympic qualification. AMERICAN CUP We discuss Morgan Hurd's glorious return to her rightful place atop the podium, the DAMN BARS breaking, Jennifer Gadirova emerging as the future of all that is right and good, Ellie Black being the most delightful person, and...sigh...Giorgia Villa. Jessica delivers our...
2020-03-111h 49
Podcast Archives : Dark Matter Zine“We are a great group of salty women”: International Women’s Day panel includes Jennifer Iacopelli, Tabitha Bird and Hannah CapinThis is Dark Matter Zine‘s Best Panel Ever: an International Women’s Day 2020 podcast, featuring three books by women about girls and women who, if they were real, could be part of the #MeToo movement. Despite the sensitive topic, I (Nalini Haynes, the host) enjoyed talking to these kick-ass authors so much that I was […]
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2020-03-0751 min
Press Play On The Most Next-Level Full Audiobook Today!Break the Fall by Jennifer IacopelliPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/2/audible/198617to listen full audiobooks.
Title: Break the Fall
Author: Jennifer Iacopelli
Narrator: Emily Woo Zeller
Format: mp3
Length: 9 hrs and 22 mins
Release date: 02-20-20
Ratings: Not rated yet
Genres: Sports Fiction
Publisher's Summary:
The only thing 17-year-old Audrey Lee dreams about is swinging her way to Olympic glory. Nothing is going to stop her, not even the agony in her back. Every spasm and ache will be worth it once she has that gold medal around her neck. But none of her training prepares her for her coach being led away in handcuffs...
2020-02-209h 22GymCastic: The Gymnastics Podcast412: The Fall That Wasn'tIMPORTANT BUSINESS We're doing another live show from NCAAs this year in Fort Worth! We're doing another LIVE SHOW FROM NCAAs with special guest Jamie Dantztcher this year in Fort Worth! When: Friday, April 17, 2020 after prelims Where: Fort Worth BotanicGardenAuditorium (1.1 mi from Dickies Arena) Time: Doors open 7:30, Live Show 8-930 Tickets: Club GymNerd pre-sale Feb 26-March 4. On sale to public starting March 5. Join Club Gym Nerd here. Contest! We're giving away five copies of Break the Fall, Jennifer Iacopelli's YA novel from a true gym nerd who loves the sport...
2020-02-181h 37
Press Play On The Most Next-Level Full Audiobook Today!Break the Fall by Jennifer IacopelliPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/2/audible/198371to listen full audiobooks.
Title: Break the Fall
Author: Jennifer Iacopelli
Narrator: Emily Woo Zeller
Format: mp3
Length: 9 hrs and 22 mins
Release date: 02-18-20
Ratings: 5 out of 5 stars, 26 ratings
Genres: Sports Fiction
Publisher's Summary:
A year ago, she could barely do a push up as she recovered from a spine surgery, one that could have paralyzed her. And now? She’s made the United States’ gymnastics team with her best friend, Emma, just like they’ve both dreamed about since they were kids. She’s on top of the world. The pressure for perfecti...
2020-02-189h 22
The Manuscript AcademyEpisode 27: GOAL! Video PodcastHappy 2018! We're here to talk about your goals, and how best to accomplish them.
NEW FEATURE: You can now *watch* this podcast as a video. In fact, it will make a lot more sense if you do! Just head on over to http://manuscriptacademy.com/videopodcast/ to view. It'll work on your phone, just like a podcast--but with a behind-the-scenes look at how we make these.
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The books we mentioned; Big Magic by Elizabeth Gilbert, and MFA vs. NYC, edited by Chad Harbach.
The friends you should follow...
2018-01-0830 min