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Spoonie Authors Podcast
by Dianna Gunn
The Spoonie Authors Podcast explores the life and stories of a different disabled, chronically ill, neurodivergent, hard of hearing, or mentally ill author each week. This podcast is brought to you by the Spoonie Authors Network, a collective dedicated to publishing and sharing the experiences of disabled authors.
Episodes
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Exploring Grief Through Story with Sarah Chorn
Sarah has been a compulsive reader her whole life. She is an award-nominated author, a two-time SPFBO semi-finalist, a full-time editor, book reviewer, a semi-pro nature photographer, world traveler, three-time cancer survivor with hEDS, and mom to two kids. In her ideal world, she’d do nothing…
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Fencing with POTS, Disability and Traditional Publishing, and More with Lillie Lainoff
This month's interview is with Lillie Lainoff, author of the YA novel One For All, a gender-bent retelling of the Three Musketeers. A former Div I NCAA fencer for Yale, Lillie Lainoff is the founder of Disabled Kidlit Writers and the winner of the 2019 LA Review Literary Award for Short Fiction....
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Motherhood, Grief, and Stress Cooking with Leila Tualla
Today's episode is with author Leila Tualla. Leila Tualla is a Filipino-American poet and author. Leila’s books include a YA contemporary romance called Letters to Lenora and a memoir/poetry collection called Storm of Hope: God, Preeclampsia, Depression and me. Her poetry is featured in several...
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Disability, Comics, and Entrepreneurship with Mugabi Byenkya
Today we are joined by poet, novelist, and comics writer Mugabi Byenkya! Mugabi Byenkya is an award-winning writer, poet and occasional rapper. Mugabi was longlisted for the Babishai Niwe Poetry Award in 2015. His essays and poetry have been published in The Good Men Project, The Mighty, and Skin...
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The Writing Process, Editing a Short Story Magazine, and More with Jaecyn Boné
The first Spoonie Authors Podcast of the year introduces Jaecyn Boné, author of many short stories, co-founder of Limeoncello, and a novelist about to enter the query trenches.
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Mixing Memoir and Poetry with Tangela Williams-Spann
The Spoonie Authors Podcast is back, this time with guest Tangela Williams-Spann. Tangela Williams-Spann is a mental health and wellness blogger as well as the mother of an autistic person. She has worked in special education for over fifteen years and is currently completing coursework towards a...
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Probably Getting Blocked by Celebrities and Other Topics with JC Hannigan
This week's interview is with romance author JC Hannigan! Find out more about her at https://www.jchannigan.com/ Thank you for listening to this episode of the Spoonie Authors Podcast! This podcast is part of the Spoonie Authors Network, an initiative dedicated to building community among…
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Assassins Turned Bakers, Querying While Disabled, and More with Julie Vohland
This month's interview is with YA dark fantasy author Julie Vohland! We discuss writing characters smarter than you on, creating awesome assassinating characters, and the struggles of querying while disabled. You can find out more about Julie at https://julievohland.wordpress.com/ The Spoonie...
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Writing Characters Who Share Your Disability and More with Elissa Grossell Dickey
This week's episode of the Spoonie Authors Podcast features debut author Elissa Grossell Dickey. Elissa Grossell Dickey is a former journalist who now works in higher education communications. Stories have always been a big part of Elissa’s life—from getting lost in a book as a child to now…
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Horses, Fantasy Stories, and Supporting Authors with Mary Kit Caelsto
The latest episode of the Spoonie Authors Podcast features author, editor, and book coach Mary Kit Caelsto! Mary Kit Caelsto never grew out of the phase of being a “horse crazy girl”. Though she’s now over 40, she’s finally fulfilling her dream of writing equestrian books for others who haven’t...
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Historical Research, Lesbian Love Stories, and More with Diana Pinguicha
This episode's guest is Diana Pinguicha, author of the historical fantasy novel A Curse of Roses. Find out more about her at https://pinguicha.wordpress.com/ Thanks for listening to this episode of the Spoonie Authors Podcast! The Spoonie Authors Podcast is part of the Spoonie Authors Network, a...
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Rebel Librarians, Aliens and Road Trips with Alechia Dow
This episode's guest is Alechia Dow, author of The Sound of Stars. Find out more about her at https://www.alechiadow.com/ Thanks for listening to this episode of the Spoonie Authors Podcast! The Spoonie Authors Podcast is part of the Spoonie Authors Network, a community initiative devoted to...
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Exploring Queerness, Trauma and Disability through Fiction with Mato J Steger
Mato J. Steger discusses their novel, Nebula Scars, and the power of exploring trauma through fiction in this week's interview. Visit them at fantasyandcoffee.com The Spoonie Authors Podcast is part of the Spoonie Authors Network, a community initiative devoted to sharing the stories of disabled...
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The Grief of a New Disability and More with Meredith O'Brien
This week, multi-published author Meredith O'Brien joins us to discuss Uncomfortably Numb, a memoir about the life-altering diagnosis of multiple sclerosis. Find out more about Meredith at https://www.mereditheobrien.com The Spoonie Authors Podcast is part of the Spoonie Authors Network, a...
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Managing Mental Health, Writing, and More with Nicole Zelniker
This week's interview is with multi-genre author Nicole Zelniker! Find out more about her at https://www.nicolezelniker.com The Spoonie Authors Podcast is part of the Spoonie Authors Network, a community initiative devoted to sharing the stories of disabled authors and educating abled people…
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The Many Layers of Mourning with Kaki Olsen
This week's interview is with multi-genre author Kaki Olsen. Find out more about her at http://kakiolsencreative.com/ The Spoonie Authors Podcast is part of the Spoonie Authors Network, a community initiative devoted to sharing the stories of disabled authors and educating abled people about what...
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Exploring the Artificial Divide with Robert Kingett
This week's interview is with author, journalist, and anthology editor Robert Kingett. Robert Kingett is a totally blind author that writes essays and fiction where disabled characters live normal lives. When he's not writing, he loves to listen to fiction podcasts. Visit him online at...
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Queerness, Explosions, and Cats with Alex Harrow
Season two of the Spoonie Authors Podcast kicks off with an interview of Alex Harrow, author of Empire of Light! Find out more about them at alexharrow.com! The Spoonie Authors Podcast is part of the Spoonie Authors Network, a community initiative devoted to sharing the stories of disabled…
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Wild Canines and Learning Disabilities with Forest Wells
This week's interview is with Forest Wells, author of Luna: The Lone Wolf. Thanks for listening to this week’s episode of the Spoonie Authors Podcast! The Spoonie Authors Podcast is part of the Spoonie Authors Network, a community initiative devoted to sharing the stories of disabled authors and...
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Esotericism and Writing with Austin Case
Today's interview is with Austin Case, author of Wild, Dark Times. Thanks for listening to this week’s episode of the Spoonie Authors Podcast! The Spoonie Authors Podcast is part of the Spoonie Authors Network, a community initiative devoted to sharing the stories of disabled authors and…
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Terrible Tropes and More with Talia C Johnson
This week's interview is with editor and author Talia C Johnson. Thanks for listening to this week’s episode of the Spoonie Authors Podcast! The Spoonie Authors Podcast is part of the Spoonie Authors Network, a community initiative devoted to sharing the stories of disabled authors and educating...
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Disability in YA and Children's Literature with Karol Ruth Silverstein
Today's interview is with YA and children's literature author, Karol Ruth Silverstein! Thanks for listening to this week’s episode of the Spoonie Authors Podcast! The Spoonie Authors Podcast is part of the Spoonie Authors Network, a community initiative devoted to sharing the stories of disabled...
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Vampires and Microfiction with Patricia Lynne
This week's interview is with YA paranormal author Patricia Lynne! Thanks for listening to this week’s episode of the Spoonie Authors Podcast! The Spoonie Authors Podcast is part of the Spoonie Authors Network, a community initiative devoted to sharing the stories of disabled authors and…
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Dissociative Identity Disorder and Balancing Projects with Nathan Caro Frechette
This week's interview is with Nathan Caro Frechette, multi-genre author and co-owner of Renaissance Press. Thanks for listening to this week’s episode of the Spoonie Authors Podcast! The Spoonie Authors Podcast is part of the Spoonie Authors Network, a community initiative devoted to sharing the...
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Public Speaking with Anxiety and More with Dylan Madeley
This week's interview is with fantasy author Dylan Madeley, who celebrates his release, Alathea: Goddess and Empress TODAY! Thanks for listening to this week’s episode of the Spoonie Authors Podcast! The Spoonie Authors Podcast is part of the Spoonie Authors Network, a community initiative…
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Writing Characters Who Are Different From You with Laitie Montai
This week's interview is with fantasy author Laitie Montai! Thanks for listening to this week’s episode of the Spoonie Authors Podcast! The Spoonie Authors Podcast is part of the Spoonie Authors Network, a community initiative devoted to sharing the stories of disabled authors and educating abled...
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Disability in YA with Kati Gardner
This week's interview is with YA contemporary author Kati Gardner! Thanks for listening to this week’s episode of the Spoonie Authors Podcast! The Spoonie Authors Podcast is part of the Spoonie Authors Network, a community initiative devoted to sharing the stories of disabled authors and…
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Coping with a New Disability with Rue Sparks
This week's episode of the Spoonie Authors Podcast is with Rue Sparks, creator of a quarterly zine about disability. Thanks for listening to this week’s episode of the Spoonie Authors Podcast! The Spoonie Authors Podcast is part of the Spoonie Authors Network, a community initiative devoted to...
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The Joys and Struggles of Writing Characters Who Share Your Pain by Amara J Lynn
This week's interview is with multi-genre author Amara J Lynn! Thanks for listening to this week’s episode of the Spoonie Authors Podcast! The Spoonie Authors Podcast is part of the Spoonie Authors Network, a community initiative devoted to sharing the stories of disabled authors and educating...
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Exploring Romance with Elizabeth Barone
This week's interview is with romance author Elizabeth Barone! Thanks for listening to this week’s episode of the Spoonie Authors Podcast! The Spoonie Authors Podcast is part of the Spoonie Authors Network, a community initiative devoted to sharing the stories of disabled authors and educating...
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Robot Sex, Corsets, and More with Dr. Rebecca Gibson
Today's interview is with Dr. Rebecca Gibson, author of Desire in the Age of Robots and AI: An Investigation in Science Fiction and Fact. Thanks for listening to this week’s episode of the Spoonie Authors Podcast! The Spoonie Authors Podcast is part of the Spoonie Authors Network, a community...
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Fanfiction, Representation, and More with A.N. Mouse
This week's interview is with multi-genre author A.N. Mouse. Thanks for listening to this week’s episode of the Spoonie Authors Podcast! The Spoonie Authors Podcast is part of the Spoonie Authors Network, a community initiative devoted to sharing the stories of disabled authors and educating…
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Would I Die in the 1800's and Other Questions with Sophia Beaumont
This week's interview is with multi-genre author Sophia Beaumont. Thanks for listening to this week’s episode of the Spoonie Authors Podcast! The Spoonie Authors Podcast is part of the Spoonie Authors Network, a community initiative devoted to sharing the stories of disabled authors and educating...
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Talking Queer Romance with MA Hinkle
This week's interview is with contemporary romance author MA Hinkle, whose book Weight of Living has just been released! The Spoonie Authors Podcast is part of the Spoonie Authors Network, a community initiative devoted to sharing the stories of disabled authors and educating abled people about...
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Stealing Wormholes with Stephen Graham King
This week's interview is with space opera author Stephen Graham King? The Spoonie Authors Podcast is part of the Spoonie Authors Network, a community initiative devoted to sharing the stories of disabled authors and educating abled people about what life is like for disabled creatives.…
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Introducing Cait Gordon of the Spoonie Authors Network
This week we are interviewing Cait Gordon, author of Life in the 'Cosm and Stealth Lovers, co-editor of Nothing Without Us, and founder of the Spoonie Authors Network! The Spoonie Authors Podcast is part of the Spoonie Authors Network, a community initiative devoted to sharing the stories of...
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The Spoonie Authors Podcast explores the life and stories of a different disabled, chronically ill, neurodivergent, hard of hearing, or mentally ill author each week. This podcast is brought to you by the Spoonie Authors Network, a collective dedicated to publishing and sharing the experiences of disabled authors.
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