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Book Bites by Spines
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Short, inspiring episodes that zoom in on key moments from an author’s journey. In each light, face‑to‑face chat, they share the experience and mindset that helped them keep writing and eventually publish their work. It’s quick, practical motivation for writers and book lovers, who want insight into what it takes to finish a book, clarity on next steps, and to share a laugh together. This podcast is brought to you by Spines, the world’s first tech-driven publishing platform. Connect with Spines Publishing [email protected] www.spines.com www.instagram.com/spines_for_writers/<
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Overcoming Dyslexia to Build a Universe: World of Omnira with B.V. Gravemore
What does it take to write a 145,000-word epic fantasy novel when English was your toughest subject in school? In this episode, we sit down with B.V. Gravemore to explore World of Omnira: The Courage of Small Feet. We delve into his nine-year journey of creating a massive universe filled with...
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Deals That Die in Silence: Reading the Room Across Borders with Arona Maskil
What happens when a business deal falls apart for reasons no one says out loud? In this episode, we sit down with Arona Maskil to dive into her practical guide, Reading the Room Across Borders. With 25 years of experience bridging cultural gaps, Rona explains that success in international…
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The AAA of Medicine: Subscription Healthcare with Dr. Clive Fowler
What if taking care of your health was as easy—and transparent—as a Netflix subscription? In this episode, Dr. Clive Fowler joins us to explain why the healthcare system isn't broken, but rather built to manage problems instead of solving them. We discuss his groundbreaking book, Subscription...
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A 64-Year-Old Secret: The Malevolent Nephilim with Lydia Ortiz Avant
Ever wonder what it's like to live with a disturbing secret your entire life and finally decide to share it at 78 years old? In this episode, we sit down with Lydia Ortiz Avant to discuss her first novel, The Malevolent Nephilim. Discover why Lydia decided to turn her traumatic childhood...
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Curing the Fear of the Operating Room: Lia Goes to Surgery with Dr. Amnon Smuskovitz
What happens when a child is terrified of the operating room? We sit down with Dr. Amnon Smuskovitz, a veteran ENT surgeon, to discuss his children's book Lia Goes to Surgery. Tune in as he shares the inspiration behind turning a frightening medical procedure into a comforting, rhyming journey…
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The DNA Test That Changed Everything: The Hidden Flame with J. Carvajal
What happens when a 12-year-old's birthday DNA test unravels a 400-year-old family secret? We sit down with author J. Carvajal to discuss The Hidden Flame: What the Fire Could Not Destroy. Tune in to hear how he uncovered his family's hidden Sephardic Jewish roots dating back to the Mexican...
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The Logic of Oneness: Ek Onkar with Rajbir Randhawa
Writing a book about profound spiritual truths requires translating deeply personal healing into universal logic. We sit down with software developer turned author Rajbir Randhawa to chat about navigating immense grief, finding the practical meaning of "oneness," and the meditative writing…
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GENERATION ALPHA - 2040 with Dr. Yoav Armony
What will life look like in 2040? While some see a future ruled by unpredictable changes, Dr. Yoav Armony sees an opportunity to prepare the next generation. In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Armony to explore Generation Alpha 2040, a thought-provoking guide co-authored with Professor Orit...
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Eva and Captain P'Pa's Big Treasure Hunt with Willie Rodriguez
Children’s stories are often born in the most unexpected ways—sometimes, they start as a simple strategy to keep a toddler awake on the car ride home. In this episode, we sit down with Navy veteran and grandfather Willie Rodriguez to explore the heartwarming origin of Eva and Captain P'Pa's Big...
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Widow's Fire with Susannah Lake
Grief doesn’t always follow the expected rules. After 42 years of marriage, Susannah Lake suddenly lost her husband, sparking an unexpected journey that led her through a treacherous, gaslighting affair and ultimately to a spiritual ayahuasca retreat in Costa Rica. In this episode, we sit down…
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Jessenia with Luis Ramirez
Most authors start their books with a carefully planned outline, but Luis Ramirez started his with a fever dream. In this episode, we sit down with Luis to explore the vivid, silent visions that sparked his ambitious gothic historical fantasy, Jessenia. Tune in to hear how a sudden rush of...
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Izzy and Dusty the Giant with Ebony I Butler
Ebony Butler didn’t set out to write a book; she wrote to let her late son's vivid imagination live on. Tune in as we discuss her deeply personal and hilarious children's book, Izzy and Dusty the Giant, and the love, resilience, and laughter it took to turn a playful car-ride game into a…
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Indestructible 42: Mind First. Body Second. Become INDESTRUCTIBLE. with Patrick Jamerson
Surviving life's hardest storms takes more than just physical strength; it requires an unbreakable mindset. In this episode, we sit down with Patrick “Dr. Fit” Jamerson to explore the deeply inspiring story behind Indestructible 42. Tune in as we discuss how navigating a grueling four-year period...
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Faith and Focus: Courage During the Storms of Life with Trina R. Patterson
Trina R. Patterson didn’t set out to write a book; she wrote to survive. Tune in as we discuss her deeply personal devotional, Courage During the Storms of Life, and the faith, resilience, and quiet obedience it took to turn her private writing sessions into a published breakthrough. Writing a…
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Calm: Your Unspoken Power with Rich Plumery
Writing a book brings its own unique kind of pressure, but author Rich Plumery knows exactly how to steady the room (and himself). Tune in for a lighthearted chat about protecting your creative decision quality, overcoming the urge to rush, and navigating the messy middle of a first draft.…
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Quiet Clarity: The New Testament Gospels with John Rumble
Writing a book about love, compassion, and divine wisdom is a profound undertaking, but getting it across the finish line still takes everyday discipline. Tune in as author John Rumble shares the laughs, lessons, and spiritual stamina that helped him navigate the publishing world and share his...
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Paws and Perseverance: From the Cottonfields of Georgia to Veterinary Medical History with Dr. William T. Watson
Join us for an inspiring, quick chat with veterinary pioneer Dr. William T. Watson as he shares the mindset and discipline that helped him turn a historic life—from segregated Georgia to military trailblazer—into a published memoir. Writing a book is 10% inspiration and 90% wondering why we…
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Researching a Saga: Jews Brilliance and Resilience by Jens Chr. Abildskov
Writing an impassioned, objective history about human brilliance takes courage, wit, and a lot of endurance. We sit down with author Jens Chr. Abildskov to discuss the laughs, the struggles, and the creative breakthroughs that helped him compile and publish Jews Brilliance and Resilience. Writing…
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Deep Dive with Eli Brackenbury - Finding God at 50
What if mid-life isn’t a crisis, but the perfect time to finally write your story? Author Eli Brackenbury joins us to share how a quiet longing for more turned into his inspiring memoir, Finding God at 50, and the mindset it took to embrace this new creative calling. Every masterpiece starts with…
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Creating Heroes: The Flames of Serenthos with Jaye Ramanan
Discover what it takes to build a universe of hope as we sit down with Jaye Ramanan, author of The Flame of Serenthos. Jaye shares the breakthroughs, laughs, and practical writing strategies that helped cross the finish line and publish a wonderous sci-fi fantasy. Writing a book is 10%…
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Writing a New Reality: Flip Your Script with Louisette Winkel
How do you forge a new family ecosystem while writing a book to inspire others to do the same? Author and mother of three Louisette Winkel joins us to share the laughs, struggles, and resilient mindset that helped her finish and publish Flip Your Script. Writing a book is 10% inspiration and 90%...
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Things To Know Have And Do As You Graduate From High School: with Rosemary Jenkins
Author Rosemary Jenkins has made a career out of guiding others through life's challenges, but how did she navigate the challenges of writing her own book? Join us for a fun, motivating chat about drawing on your own life lessons to find the clarity and drive to hit publish. Writing a book is 10%...
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15 Years in the Making: Two Connected Souls with Bruce K. Royer
In Two Connected Souls, characters transcend physical limits to save each other, much like author Bruce K. Royer had to push his own creative boundaries to finish this novel. Join us for an inspiring chat about trusting the unknown, staying deeply connected to your work, and the mindset needed to...
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Plotting the Perfect Twist: The Confession with Debra Ison
How do you keep track of hidden clues, murder plots, and romance without losing your mind during the first draft? Author Debra Ison joins us to share her practical writing tips, the joy of a good plot twist, and the inspirational journey of publishing The Confession. Writing a book is 10%...
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A Mid-Life Calling: Finding God at 50 with Eli Brackenbury
Writing a memoir requires raw honesty, acceptance, humility and a touch of humor. We sit down with Eli Brackenbury to chat about finding inspiration in everyday moments, pushing past self-doubt, and the practical steps that helped him publish Finding God at 50. Writing a book is 10% inspiration…
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Deep Dive with Steven Meyers: Drafting the Unbelievable Story of The Treehouse
Most writers dream of stumbling upon a story as wild as a suburban dad leading a double life as a bank robber, but few talk about the actual work required to get that story right. Today, Steven Meyers joins us to walk through the journey of committing memory and research into story, the…
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Capturing a Criminal Legend: The Treehouse with Steven Meyers
We all have stories that feel too wild to be true, but Steven Meyers actually had to figure out how to put one on paper. Today, we’re zooming in on the moment Steven realized that telling the truth about a legendary bank robber meant facing his own biggest hurdles as a writer. Writing a book is…
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Short, inspiring episodes that zoom in on key moments from an author’s journey. In each light, face‑to‑face chat, they share the experience and mindset that helped them keep writing and eventually publish their work. It’s quick, practical motivation for writers and book lovers, who want insight into what it takes to finish a book, clarity on next steps, and to share a laugh together.
This podcast is brought to you by Spines, the world’s first tech-driven publishing platform.
Connect with Spines Publishing
www.spines.com
www.instagram.com/spines_for_writers/<
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