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THE TMR PODCAST
by James M Fisher
Each month or so, James M. Fisher, the editor-in-chief of The Miramichi Reader, talks CanLit books, interviews authors, and looks at what's coming up at The Miramichi Reader website.
Episodes
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Season 2, Episode 19 Guest: Lisa de Nikolits
The highlight of this episode is a fun interview with author Lisa de Nikolits whose new book "Everything You Dream is Real" gets launched on October 18th. In addition, there are three author self-promos for their new fall 2022 books from Heritage House Publishers. Lisa de Nikolit's website:...
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Season 2, Episode 18: Interview with Heather and Aren of Black Box Publishing House and Two Heritage House Author Self-Promos.
Episode Links: https://www.blackboxpublishinghouse.ca/ https://www.blackboxpublishinghouse.ca/workshops https://www.heritagehouse.ca/book/cooking-tips-for-desperate-fishwives/ https://www.heritagehouse.ca/book/fortune-knox-once/ Get full access to The Seaboard Review of Books at...
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Season 2, Episode 17: The Lynette Richards Interview and More Fall 2022 Author Promos
In this episode of the TMR Podcast, James speaks with Lynette Richards, author of the graphic novel "Call Me Bill" out this September from Conundrum Press. Also, Fall 2022 author promos from James Pollock, whose poetry collection, "Durable Goods" will be published by Vehicule Press this fall and...
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Substack: Is it for you? And Three Fall 2022 author book promos.
Substack: What is it and is it for you? How does it compare to WordPress? Substack newsletter author Mark Dykeman is our guest and he will answer my questions bout Substack. Here is a link to his newsletter: How About This | Mark Dykeman | Substack Mark's Twitter feed: Mark Dykeman (@MarkDykeman)…
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Guest: Joe Powers, S2 E15
An interview with New Brunswick horror author, Joe Powers. Joe Powers is a horror writer with a fondness for literary sleight-of-hand. He loves the idea of prompting a strong emotional reaction using no more than words and his slightly off-center imagination, and delights in taking the reader on...
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Guest: Jennifer George S2, E14 July 1, 2022
Jennifer George is a physiotherapist on an inpatient rehabilitation unit. Her 14-year journey as PT spans acute care, rehab, outpatient orthopaedics, community care, and long-term care. Throughout her career and personal journey of being a caregiver, Jennifer has focused on the importance of...
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Guest: Sydney Hegele. S2, E13: May 28, 2022
In this episode: An interview with Sydney Hegele (they/them), the author of the award-winning short story collection, The Pump, in which we talk about · Will resuming in-person book launches give neglected pandemic releases a second life? · Nightmares and dreaming and the resulting…
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Guest: Catherine Graham, S2, E12: April 25, 2022
A most enjoyable chat with Toronto poet and author Catherine Graham about high school English class, our mutual experiences with rock quarries, and the importance of chapbooks for poets. Catherine also does a reading from her new novel "The Most Cunning Heart", and finally we talk about writing...
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Guest: Luke Beirne, S2, E11: April 21, 2022
An interview with Luke Francis Beirne is the featured item on this episode of the TMR Podcast. In it we, discuss his new novel, Foxhunt and his 'day job' that pays the bills. The online launch of Foxhunt is May 4th, 2022 at 7:00 pm EST. Foxhunt by Luke Francis Beirne The Miramichi Reader Baraka...
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Season 2, Episode 10: April 15, 2022
In this episode, I talk with Carolyn R. Parsons. author and editor. Carolyn R. Parsons is a Newfoundland & Labrador author with a background in freelance journalism and is the owner-operator of Cabochon Manuscript Services. She served on the board of the Writers' Alliance of Newfoundland and...
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Season Two, Episode 9: April 3, 2022
In this episode, James interviews author Helen C. Escott, author of the award-winning "Operation" series of crime thrillers. Helen is a retired Civilian Member of the RCMP and was the communications lead on high-profile events including the RCMP’s NL response to the September 11th terrorist...
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Season 2, Episode 8: March 21, 2022 (The Spring Equinox Episode)
In this (pre-recorded) Spring Equinox 2022 episode, I'll be chatting with author Nicola Davison of Dartmouth, Nova Scotia. Nicola is the author of the 2018 book, "In the Wake" and her second novel, "Decoding Dot Grey" is due out this week from Nimbus Publishing. Please don't forget to leave...
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Season 2, Episode 7: March 5, 2022
A fun interview with journalist and author Janice Landry about her recent award-winning book, Silver Linings is the highlight of this episode of the TMR Podcast. Janice Landry's Website Review of Silver Linings at TMR Get full access to The Seaboard Review of Books at...
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Season 2, Episode 6: February 21, 2022
An exclusive interview with award-winning author Mike Blouin regarding his new novel "I Am Billy the Kid" (release date: April 22, 2022) is the highlight of this episode of the TMR Podcast. Michael Blouin Writer I Am Billy the Kid - Anvil Press Get full access to The Seaboard Review of Books at...
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Season 2, Episode 5: February 12, 2022
In this month's episode, I talk about TMR's new website look, Black History Month and an interview with Canadian true-crime author Nate Hendley. Nate Hendley's Website The Beatle Bandit Jason Pettit Photography The Black Lives Matter Page at TMR Get full access to The Seaboard Review of Books at...
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Season 2, Episode 4: January 28, 2022
This week's special guest is author Chuck Bowie. Chuck writes mysteries, specifically the International Suspense Thriller series: Donovan: Thief For Hire. He also writes a Cozy Mysteries series under the name Alexa Bowie. Chuck has sat on the boards of the Writers' Federation of New Brunswick and...
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Season 2, Episode 3: January 16, 2022
In episode 3, we continue our look at the Best of 2021 books with audio clips from Ian Colford and Rachel Fernandes. Also, an interview with James was conducted by Jessica Robichaud and our Patreon campaign with an Atlantic Books Today incentive. Get full access to The Seaboard Review of Books at...
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Season 2, Episode 2: January 8, 2022
For episode 2 of 2022, I continue with a look at the "Best of 2021" lists, with contributed audio files from Alison Manley and Ian Colford talking about their choices in the best fiction, non-fiction and poetry categories. I also have a 'live' interview with my friend and colleague Jessica...
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Season 2, Episode 1: January 1, 2022
In the first episode of 2022, I discuss the reasons for the transition from "The Very Best!" Book Awards to the more inclusive year-end "Best of 2021" posts. Also, a look at my two favourite fiction reads and my non-fiction choice of 2021. Best Fiction of 2021 Best Poetry of 2021 Best Non-Fiction...
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Episode 7, The Festivus Edition (December 23, 2021)
In this episode, I discuss three recent books I have read that deal with living in Indigenous sovereignty, and a quick look at some upcoming reads. Waswanipi by Jean-Yves Soucy (Baraka Books) The Laughing People: A Tribute to my Innu Friends by Serge Bouchard (McGill-Queen's University Press)...
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Episode 6, December 15, 2021
In episode 6, I discuss the popularity of memoirs and speak with two authors, Marjorie Simmins and Joanne Gallant about the memoir-writing process. Marjorie Simmins: Memoir: Conversation and Craft, published by Pottersfield Press Joanne Gallant: A Womb in the Shape of a Heart, published by Nimbus...
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Episode 5, December 13, 2021
In Episode 5, I talk about stopping ("could not finish") vs. finishing a book you are not enjoying, and a peek at what gems are coming up in the next newsletter. Links in this episode: Alison Manley's reviews at TMR: https://miramichireader.ca/author/alison-manley/ The Blue Moth Motel The Shaytan...
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Podcast Trailer
The TMR Podcast was created to complement The Miramichi Reader | Canada’s best-regarded source for the finest in new literary releases Get full access to The Seaboard Review of Books at www.theseaboardreview.ca/subscribe
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Episode 4, December 4, 2021
In this episode, I talk about children and reading, an excellent (and affordable) way to support TMR, and what to look forward to in the next newsletter. Links: Why Reading Is Important for Children—Part 1: Read or Watch? (Why Reading Is Important for Children | Help for the Family (jw.org) The...
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Introduction, and a little TMR history.
In this episode, I introduce myself and talk a little bit about The Miramichi Reader and its origins. I also mention the directions I am hoping to go with the podcast, so please consider following us! I can be reached at [email protected]. Thanks! Get full access to The Seaboard Review of...
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Newsletter for November 20 2021
Muggins (a dog's life before and After WWI), Poetry review, Dean Jobb interview, Mr Big and our regular columns. Get full access to The Seaboard Review of Books at www.theseaboardreview.ca/subscribe
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Each month or so, James M. Fisher, the editor-in-chief of The Miramichi Reader, talks CanLit books, interviews authors, and looks at what's coming up at The Miramichi Reader website.
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