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A Bookshelf Binge
by A Bookshelf Binge
Lets talk about all things books! From talking about specific books and genres, to talking to bookstagrammers, authors, cosplayers, and industry people alike, we will explore the literary world as a whole.Become a Patreon Member! https://www.patreon.com/abookshelfbingeJoin the discord: https://discord.gg/QduSA6vG3nShop the Podcast: https://bookshop.org/shop/abookshelfbingeWe have merch! You can shop the merch here: https://www.etsy.com/shop/abookshelfbingeHost: Jessica (@bookshelfbinge)Cover art: SaraSomethingCo (@sarasomething.co)
Episodes
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Ep. 48 - Writing for the Fandom ft. Daevastanner (@ReadTheseFics)
Do you read fanfic? Have you ever wondered what goes on in the mind of a fanfic writer? How do fanfic writers stay close to cannon while also providing such interesting stories that we wish existed? What draws fanfiction writers to certain fandoms and series? Well you are in luck! I sat down with...
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Ep. 47 - Fighting Imposter Syndrome ft. Ayana Gray
Have you read Beasts of Prey and are extremely excited for Beasts of Ruin? Well you should be excited then because I got to sit down with Ayana Gray and discuss the rich history and mythology that inspired this story, how it felt to get a Netflix deal before even publishing the Beasts of Prey…
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Ep. 46 - The Rollercoaster of Publishing ft. Lexi Ryan
Have you read These Hollow Vows and want to know how Lexi Ryan came up with this extremely well written world? Did you know that she didn't have an outline? Are you cheering for Sebastian or Finn? Are you dying to know if we will return to this world? In today's episode, Lexi Ryan and I sat down…
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Ep. 45 - The Art of Translation ft. Open Letter Books
Did you know less than 3% of books are translated into English? That not including text books and things, that number is actually closer to 600 books? Total. I was blown away by this in today's discussion with Chad Post. Chad is the publisher at Open Letter, the University of Rochester's…
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Ep. 44 - The Dynamic Duo of Summer ft. Ali Brady
What happens when two author BFFs are inspired by a new twist on The Parent Trap? You get the amazing book, The Beach Trap! Ali Brady knocked this book out of the park! It has everything you could ever want in a fun summer read. You have sisters, love, a feud, heavy topics, light topics, the…
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Ep. 43 - The PR of it All ft. Kathleen Carter Communications
Why would an author hire an outside publicist? How do PR professionals cultivate their relationships with the media and social media folks? Who gets an Advanced Reader Copy and how? If you have asked yourself any of these questions, you'll love today's interview with Kathleen Carter! Kathleen is...
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Ep. 42 - The Mariachi Romeo and Juliet ft. Priscilla Oliveras
What would happen if Romeo and Juliet was set in modern day Texas and instead of just feuding families, they were competing mariachi bands? How would the battle against gentrification affect their relationship? If you are curious about this dynamic, you will be excited to read West Side Love…
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Ep. 41 - Editing Best Sellers ft. Maria Gomez from Amazon Publishing
What does an editor actually do? How do they help our favorite books come to our bookshelves? Are there any real quality checks when publishing books? Are publishing houses anything like the show Younger? If you have asked yourself any of these questions, you will love my guest today! I got to…
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Ep. 40 - The Tenacity of Publishing ft. Claire Legrand
Have you read The Empirium Trilogy yet? Did you know that Furyborn was the first book Claire Legrand tried to get published, yet it was published years into her writing career and required a ton of faith and tenacity to get on bookshelves? In today's episode, I got to sit down with Claire and…
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Ep. 39 - From The Side of an Agent ft. John Cusick
How do agents decide who to pick up? How does querying work? Are agents involved in the editorial process or the marketing process for authors? How does the mass exodus we are seeing in publishing affect the industry and are agents worried? If you have asked yourself any of these questions, you...
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Ep. 38 - Hockey and Me Too ft. Kathleen West
Have you picked up Home or Away by Kathleen West yet? If you haven't, today's episode will absolutely convince you to! I sat down with Kathleen to discuss her newest release, along with the Me Too movement, how book popularity is completely based on timing, and the pressure we put on kids and...
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Ep. 37 - The Narration Of It All ft. Eva Kaminsky
Do you listen to audiobooks? Have you wondered what goes into the narration of one? Well, I sat down with actress and narrator Eva Kaminsky to discuss all of the behind the scenes aspects that go into audiobook narration! We talk about all things from developing tone, if genre affects that, how…
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Ep. 36 - Big Reveals, Mates, and How Is It Still Danika's Show ft. @jessielovenelit
Have you read Crescent City 2: House of Sky and Breath? Were you blown away by all of the major reveals? Well, Jessie and I were so we HAD to sit down and discuss all of the various reveals, the new mates, and amazing new characters! If you haven't read House of Sky and Breath, I would skip this...
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Ep. 35 - Going Above and Beyond for Book Clubs ft. @rosebudmode
Have you seen a rise in virtual book clubs in the last year or two? Have you considered what happens behind the scenes and how they get off the ground? Well, I sit down with Sarah (@rosebudmode) who goes above and beyond for her book clubs! Coming from a gaming background, she started a book club...
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Ep. 34 - Biryani, Jane Austen, and Mental Health ft. Farah Heron
I was honored to be invited to sit down with Farah Heron to discuss her newest release, Kamila Knows Best! From the story being a contemporary retelling of Emma by Jane Austen to how diverse characters don't need to live in a world of adversity, we discuss it all! I loved discussing the heavier...
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Ep. 33 - Creating Covers ft. Amazon Publishing
Earlier this year, we heard from Emily Wittig Designs about creating book covers as a freelancer. Today, I got to sit down with Courtney Dodson, creative director of Amazon Publishing, about creating book covers on the more traditional side of the publishing industry! Courtney and I talk all…
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Ep. 32 - Living for Centuries with Addie LaRue ft. @theliteraturellama2.0
Have you read The Invisible Life of Addie LaRue by VE Schwab? Did you cry your eyes out? Do you think Luc really loves Addie? Well, my dear friend Tatyana and I sat down to discuss all things Addie LaRue! From whether we think Henry would have been able to survive Addie's curse to how we both...
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Ep. 31 - The Ghosts in Writing ft. Dan Gerstein
Why is ghostwriting such a secretive aspect of the literary world? How do you even find a ghostwriter? Do they only work with one author at a time? Do they get upset that they aren't credited? If you have ever asked yourself these questions, then you will find great enjoyment out of today's…
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Ep. 30 - Reading Savagely ft. Stacey Marie Brown
Have you read Savage Lands or any books by Stacey Marie Brown? Are you curious how these characters came to her head? Do you wonder why her book feel so real and tangible? Well, you're in luck, because I got to sit down with Stacey and ask her all of these questions! From her writing process, her...
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Ep. 29 - The Art of Being a Critique Partner ft. Jordan Gray
Have you listened to Shelby Mahurin's instagram lives and heard all about her fabulous critique partner, Jordan? Have you ever heard someone mention a critique partner and have wondered "what's that?" or "how do I find one of those to look at my novel?" Well, you're in luck because I sat down…
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Ep. 28 - What Comes First: Publishers or Bookstores ft. @TheNewAdultBookClub
Have you heard about the New Adult Category? Do you think it deserves to be its own bookshelf in bookstores? Danielle (@TheNewAdultBookClub) and I sat down to discuss everything about it. From Jezebel saying that the New Adult Category is just a marketing gimmick, to who has to embrace the genre...
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Ep. 27 - Manifesting Book Covers ft. Emily Wittig
Have you ever been curious how a book gets its cover? What the process is with working with an artist? Why are there sometimes a couple different covers for a book? Why is this cover more artistic while this cover is a photo? Well, you're in luck because I sat down with Emily Wittig from Emily...
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Ep. 26 - Trust the Red Flags ft. Raven Kennedy
Happy New Year! We are starting 2022 off with a bang by starting with one of my favorite authors. Have you seen the Plated Prisoner series everywhere? Are you in love with Auren and Rip and Slade? Did you cry your eyes out in Gleam? Are you equally obsessed with Raven Kennedy as I am? Well I got…
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Ep. 25 - Bonus! Favorite and Deleted Scenes
Surprisingly little gets left on the cutting room floor for this show. I try to keep as much as I can to give listeners a truly authentic look at these people that keep the literary world turning. However, sometimes the stuff that does get deleted is hysterical and I am truly sad to see it get...
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Ep. 24 - Answering Your Questions ft. @TheNewAdultBookClub
Who is this woman that comes on a podcast every week to ask questions about the literary industry? If you have ever asked that, then this is your episode! I put a question box on Instagram and man did you deliver. You asked some fantastic questions that showed I have 0 credibility to be doing…
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Ep. 23 - The Theory of From Blood and Ash ft. @BookishBaddy and @TheNewAdultBookClub
If you have hung around the podcast for a while, you know I love From Blood and Ash by Jennifer L Armentrout. So today, I sit down with two of my best book friends to discuss all our theories we have for the series! We discuss everything from how Poppy is a god and what happened to Cora to how…
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Ep. 22 - Trust Booksellers ft. East City Books, Mysterious Galaxy Books, and Savoy Bookstore & Café
What is this supply chain issue? Why can't I always get the book I want at an indie bookstore? What does it mean to be an indie bookstore? Is pre-ordering really a thing? Well, all these questions and more get answered on today's episode! I had a wonderful time sitting down with booksellers from...
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Ep. 21 - From Persephone to Vampires ft. Scarlett St. Clair
Have you read A Touch of Darkness and have wondered about the wonderful woman behind the series? Have you seen the teasers for King of Battle and Blood and are extremely intrigued? Well, I was, so I sat down with Scarlett St. Clair to discuss everything relating to these two series! From handling...
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Ep. 20 - Embracing Self Love ft. Steamy Lit
Steamy Lit and the Steam Box are all about embracing self pleasure and whatever form that takes. It's wonderful and something I wish more companies pushed. Whether that's vibrators or candles, we should all be embracing what makes us feel good! As an added bonus, the Steam Box includes romance...
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Ep. 19 - The Genre of Angst and Identity ft. @KaseyBeReading
Do you read young adult novels or are you like me and struggle with 15 year old kids saving the world? I sat down with my friend Kasey (@Kaseybereading on instagram) to discuss one of her favorite genres, YA. We go over fun and obscure history of the genre, some of our favorite authors and books,...
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Ep. 18 - Trolls and Fan Accounts ft. @KingdomofMaas
I am so excited for today's episode. I sat down with Ava from @KingdomofMaas and @Maastastic and the podcast Fandomtastic and discussed all things fan accounts! We start with how the handle @kingdomofmaas got started and everything she wanted to create with it (hint it had a lot to do with one of...
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Ep. 17 - Listening to the Voices ft. Kate Canterbary
If we have ever talked on bookstagram about book recommendations, you should know this week's guest well! Kate Canterbary (probably one of my favorite authors) and I sat down to discuss how she visits witches in Salem and how the voices in her head tell her stories. We also talk about how I am...
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Ep. 16 - An Artist's Perspective ft. Sasha Lee Coleman
Have you ever wondered how an artist gets inspiration for their fanart? Well this week, I sat down with artist Sasha Lee Coleman to discuss inspiration, growth, partnerships, and more! We dive dep on how she started doing fan art, what she has learned about running a business, and dream...
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Ep. 15 - Knowing What Stories to Tell ft. Sajni Patel
Today I am talking to author Sajni Patel to discuss all things about her new release First Love, Take Two! We sat down and talked about her nerves of sharing her culture with the world in a book, who should tell what stories, and how no matter how successful we become, we will consistently fan…
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Ep. 14 - Customers and Book Recommendations ft. The Bookish Box
Have you ever wondered what goes on behind the scenes of a book box? Have you wondered why some books get special editions and some don't? Well, I got to sit down and chat with Justine, the creator of The Bookish Box! We talked all about how The Bookish Box got started, the process of getting...
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Ep. 13 - Genres Embracing Culture ft. Sara Desai
Have you read The Marriage Game and the Dating Plan yet? Have you embraced reading about other cultures in romance? Are you curious about desi culture in general? Well, in today's episode I talk with author Sara Desai and discuss how the publishing industry is embracing new voices, and I really…
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Ep. 12 - Narcissus and the Poetic Nature of Writing ft. A. Natasha Joukovsky
Have you heard of the myth of Narcissus? Do you love a good love square? Is Gossip Girl one of your favorite guilty pleasures? If so, you will love the book and subject of today's episode. I sat down with Natasha Joukovsky to discuss her debut novel The Portrait of a Mirror! We discuss her…
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Ep. 11 - Caffeinating Bookstagram ft. Fable Grounds Coffee
Have you tried Fable Grounds Coffee yet? This week, I sit down with the owner, Katelyn (@balancingbooksandcoffee), and discuss all things coffee roasting, running a small business, our shared love of Danielle Jensen and the Invisible Life of Addie LaRue! This episode is sponsored by Audible!…
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Ep. 10 - Fantasy, Retellings, and Female Leads are Having a Moment ft. @bookishbaddy
Have you ever wondered about fantasy? What makes it fantasy? Did you know there are different categories of fantasy? What is the history of the genre? Well, this week Jess (@bookishbaddy) and I dive in to the history and various aspects of fantasy that we both love and can do without. We talk…
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Ep. 9 - The Black Box of Publishing ft. 1001 Dark Nights (@1001darknights_blueboxpress)
Have you ever wondered what happens when a book goes to a publisher? Are you in love with authors like Jennifer L. Armentrout, Dylan Allen, Tessa Bailey, and Lauren Blakely? In today's episode, I sit down with Jill Stein from 1001 Dark Nights and Blue Box Press and discuss what happens when a…
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Ep. 8 - The Business of Writing Ft. Danielle L. Jensen (@danielleljensen)
Have you ever wondered what the business side of writing is? Do you love The Bridge Kingdom, The Malediction Series, and the Dark Skies Series? Have you seen my 700 posts featuring Danielle L. Jensen? Well, today I am joined by USA Today Best Selling Author Danielle L. Jensen! I could not be more...
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Ep. 7 - Where Feyre and Harley Quinn Meet ft. @peachyqueencosplay
Have you seen the bookish cosplayers on Instagram or Bookstagram? Have you ever wondered how intensive the process is getting into character or where their inspiration comes from? Have you ever wondered what spurs bigger accounts to post about social causes and about events in the news? Georgia...
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Ep. 6 - We Will Riot for Hunt ft. @jessielovenelit
Crescent City by Sarah J Maas is probably one of my favorite novels and I got to sit down with one of my favorite bookstagrammers Jessie Lovene (@jessielovenelit) to discuss it! Do you think Bryce and Hunt are end game? Will you riot with us if Hunt isn't end game for Bryce? What was the biggest...
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Ep. 5 - Shop Bookish ft. Get Happy Tees (@GetHappyTees)
Have you ever wondered what goes on behind the scenes of your favorite bookish shop? Are you a giant fan of Get Happy Tees like I am? Well in today's episode I sit down with the owner of Get Happy Tees, Jess, and we talk all things inspiration, tiktok, how orders go out, and more. This episode is...
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Ep. 4 - Writing Through a Pandemic ft. Henley J. Alexandre (@henleyjalexandre)
Have you ever considered self publishing? Henley J Alexander recently self published his first novel, 98.2 and sat down with me to discuss the process, how he went about writing his first novel, and all about his new book. 98.2 is a coming of age novel that set in two timelines, looking at the...
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Ep. 3 - The Podcast within a Podcast ft. Books 'N Betches (@books_n_betches)
Want to hear what goes on behind the scenes of a podcast? Join me and Books 'N Betches on today's episode! We talk about what it means to have a fast growing account on Instagram, how Books 'N Betches came to be, and more. This episode is sponsored by Audible! Follow this link to get a free…
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Ep. 2 - Being Judged by the Wall Street Journal ft @thenewadultbookclub
Have you read historical romance? Do you have a favorite trope? Do you know the history of the genre and how it was started by men and only 15 historical romance books are published in hardcover every year? Danielle (@thenewadultbookclub) and I dive into all of that and more on today's episode!...
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Ep. 1 - Straight from Bookstagram ft. @3starsandup
What is bookstagram? How has it affected the literary world? Do bookstagrammers hate it when you slide into their DMs? Naomi (@3starsandup) cover all of this and more in today's episode! This episode is sponsored by Audible! Follow this link to get a free 30-day trial for Audible. Become a…
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Lets talk about all things books! From talking about specific books and genres, to talking to bookstagrammers, authors, cosplayers, and industry people alike, we will explore the literary world as a whole.Become a Patreon Member! https://www.patreon.com/abookshelfbingeJoin the discord: https://discord.gg/QduSA6vG3nShop the Podcast: https://bookshop.org/shop/abookshelfbingeWe have merch! You can shop the merch here: https://www.etsy.com/shop/abookshelfbingeHost: Jessica (@bookshelfbinge)Cover art: SaraSomethingCo (@sarasomething.co)
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