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Am I An Author or Book Coach? Don't Make Me Choose! | Episode 111 | Author Interview

Amy L. Bernstein wrote her first short story in second grade. Ever since, writing has been the activity that brings Amy the most comfort, joy, and agony--often all at once. Amy L. Bernstein has done many "writerly" things over the years: journalism, speechwriting, and communications. She won some awards along the way. As she enters years of wisdom (read: growing older), she doubles down on taking creative risks and sharing creative journeys with like-minded souls around the world. https://amywrites.live/ CONNECT WITH BOOKAHOLIC // INSTAGRAM: @truebookaholic // FACEBOOK: @truebookaholic // PINTEREST: @truebookaholic https://www.pinterest.ph/TrueBookaholic/ // TIKTOK: @truebookaholic // X: @truebookaholic1 // LINKEDIN: Deirdre Pippins / deirdre-pippins-38338a214 // EMAIL: readingjunkie@book-a-holic.com Bookaholic bookstore. https://bookshop.org/shop/truebookaholic DISCLAIMER: Links included in this description might be affiliate links. If you purchase a product or service with the links that I provide I may receive a small commission. There is no additional charge to you!

Confidence Can Be Learned | Episode 110

Emily Jaenson was once too shy to order pizza over the phone!! Look at her now! She's an author, coach, and TED X speaker.

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Asian-American History For Young People | Episode 109

GRAB A COPY OF Made in Asian America: A History for Young People here - https://amzn.to/3TzdZ1g or here - https://bookshop.org/a/22223/9780063242937. Asian American history is not made up of one single story. It’s many. And it’s a story that too often goes untold. It begins centuries before America even exists as a nation. It is connected to the histories of Western conquest and colonialism. It’s a story of migration; of people and families crossing the Pacific Ocean in search of escape, opportunity, and new beginnings. It is also the story of race and racism. Of being labeled an immigrant invasion, unfit to become citizens, and being banned, deported, and incarcerated. Of being blamed for bringing diseases into the country. And it is a story of bravery and hope. It is the story of heroes who fought for equality in the courts, on the streets, and in the schools, and who continue to fight in solidarity with others doing the same. This book is a stirring account of the ordinary people and extraordinary acts that made Asian America and the young people who are remaking America today. CONNECT WITH BOOKAHOLIC // INSTAGRAM: @truebookaholic // FACEBOOK: @truebookaholic // PINTEREST: @truebookaholic https://www.pinterest.ph/TrueBookaholic/ // TIKTOK: @truebookaholic // X: @truebookaholic1 // LINKEDIN: Deirdre Pippins / deirdre-pippins-38338a214 // EMAIL: readingjunkie@book-a-holic.com Bookaholic bookstore. https://bookshop.org/shop/truebookaholic DISCLAIMER: Links included in this description might be affiliate links. If you purchase a product or service with the links that I provide I may receive a small commission. There is no additional charge to you!

How To Market Your Book With Practical Steps | Episode 108

Jenn Hanson-dePaula worked with every type of author - from New York Times best-selling authors to self-publishing authors starting from scratch helping them to market their books. Jenn Hanson-dePaula’s Links: Website: https://www.mixtusmedia.com/ Instagram:   / mixtusmedia   Youtube:    / mixtusmedia   Tiktok:   / mixtusmedia   Pinterest:   / mixtusmedia   Welcome to the Bookaholic Podcast and YouTube Channel where I bring you author interviews, book news, and book reviews. I also share the Bookaholic lifestyle of reading mixed with travel. Remember to subscribe to the podcast – Apple, Spotify,, or wherever you listen to podcasts. Website: www.book-a-holic.com F O L L O W M E // YOUTUBE:    / bookaholic-deirdrepippins      / bookaholicdeirdrepippins   // INSTAGRAM: @truebookaholic   / truebookaholic   // FACEBOOK: @truebookaholic   / bookaholicpodcast   // PINTEREST: @truebookaholic https://www.pinterest.ph/TrueBookaholic/ // TIKTOK: @truebookaholic   / truebookaholic   // TWITTER: @truebookaholic1   / truebookaholic1   // LINKEDIN: Deirdre Pippins   / deirdre-pippins-38338a214   // EMAIL: readingjunkie@book-a-holic.com Bookaholic bookstore. https://bookshop.org/shop/truebookaholic

Influencer Teen Lies About Age, Dates Married Man | Episode 107

Neveah is 15 years old. A schoolkid. With a secret life. She's a digital freelancer, and is having an affair with her biggest client. Giles is married. He thinks Neveah is twenty-two. She'll do just about anything to stop him from finding out her true age. But secrets have a way of spilling out. ... Catherine Evans was born and brought up in Africa, living in tiny communities in the heart of the African bush. She worked in Durban, South Africa, for two years after leaving school, then decamped to the UK and worked in the City for 20 years before she published her first book. She's the author of two novels, The Wrong'un and All Grown Up. She set up Inkspot Publishing with Jurcell Virginia in 2022. Their main focus is commercial literary fiction, but they will publish their first non-fiction, The Neglected Samurai, later in 2024. She's also a trustee of the Chipping Norton Literary Festival. She lives in Oxfordshire, UK, with her husband and daughter. She also has three grown-up stepdaughters. https://www.inkspotpublishing.com https://www.cathyevans.com X, FB & Instagram: @inkspotpub Welcome to the Bookaholic Podcast and YouTube Channel where I bring you author interviews, book news, and book reviews. I also share the Bookaholic lifestyle of reading mixed with travel. Remember to subscribe to the podcast – Apple, Spotify,, or wherever you listen to podcasts. Website: www.book-a-holic.com F O L L O W M E // YOUTUBE:    / bookaholic-deirdrepippins      / bookaholicdeirdrepippins   // INSTAGRAM: @truebookaholic   / truebookaholic   // FACEBOOK: @truebookaholic   / bookaholicpodcast   // PINTEREST: @truebookaholic https://www.pinterest.ph/TrueBookaholic/ // TIKTOK: @truebookaholic   / truebookaholic   // TWITTER: @truebookaholic1   / truebookaholic1   // LINKEDIN: Deirdre Pippins   / deirdre-pippins-38338a214   // EMAIL: readingjunkie@book-a-holic.com Bookaholic bookstore. https://bookshop.org/shop/truebookaholic

Memoir Chronicles Journey From Cornfields to a Microsoft Corner Office | Episode 106

Jane’s stories reflect her unconventional path from poverty to success, from intervention by a gnarly nun, to financing college by selling used carpeting, to establishing herself as a leading Microsoft executive and achieving millionaire status by 40, Jane's narrative is both moving and motivational. But Worthy is more than just a tale of personal triumph. Seamlessly blending humor, introspection, and a fiery spirit, the book confronts societal norms and the demanding realm of corporate America. Jane delves deep, sharing her triumphs, personal struggles, and battle with bulimia, all approached with genuine transparency and compassion.

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Middle Grade Book Explores Art as A Transformative Form of Protest | Episode 105

LOUDER THAN WORDS is an amazing collaboration that brings together two inspirational Black artists, New York Times bestselling author Ashley Woodfolk and actress Lexi Underwood, for a story about the transformative power of art as protest and its capacity to change the world. Check the book out here - https://amzn.to/3XI5Rho or here - https://bookshop.org/a/22223/97813388... CONNECT WITH BOOKAHOLIC // INSTAGRAM: @truebookaholic // FACEBOOK: @truebookaholic // PINTEREST: @truebookaholic https://www.pinterest.ph/TrueBookaholic/ // TIKTOK: @truebookaholic // X: @truebookaholic1 // LINKEDIN: Deirdre Pippins / deirdre-pippins-38338a214 // EMAIL: readingjunkie@book-a-holic.com Bookaholic bookstore. https://bookshop.org/shop/truebookaholic

Waking Up White: Debby Irving’s Journey and Its Lasting Impact on Racial Justice | Episode 103

In this episode, we explore the incredible story of Debby Irving's 'Waking Up White: Finding Myself in the Story of Race.' Initially self-published in 2014, this memoir-guide hybrid has become a cornerstone in the conversation about race and white identity. With over 275,000 copies sold, it has been embraced by book clubs, educational institutions, churches, and communities nationwide. Join us as we discuss its profound influence, the creation of educational study guides and workshops, and why it’s a “life-changing book you won’t be able to put down,” according to Katie Couric Media.

Show Highlights:

• The inspiration behind 'Waking Up White'
• Challenges faced in publishing a white racial identity memoir
• How the book has been utilized in educational and community settings
• Debby Irving's journey as an author and racial justice educator
• The ongoing impact and relevance of the book in today's racial justice movements

Discovering Rachel Carson: A Force of Nature in Environmental Activism | Ann E. Burg | Episode 102

In this episode, we sit down with award-winning author Ann E. Burg to discuss her latest novel, FORCE OF NATURE. Written in captivating free verse, this book tells the inspiring story of Rachel Carson, the marine biologist and author of Silent Spring, who is credited with sparking the modern environmental movement. Ann shares her journey of researching and writing about Carson, exploring how her work continues to resonate in today's urgent climate discussions. Tune in to learn about the life and legacy of Rachel Carson and how FORCE OF NATURE is poised to inspire young scientists and environmentalists everywhere. 

Lane Igoudin's Adoption Journey: A Family, Maybe | LGBTQ+ Family Challenges | Episode 101

Welcome to our latest episode featuring Lane Igoudin, the author of the heartfelt memoir "A Family, Maybe." Join us as we dive into Lane and his husband Jonathan's emotional journey through the foster-to-adopt process in Los Angeles County. From legal battles to moments of pure joy, Lane's story provides a unique and powerful perspective on the adoption system and its impact on LGBTQ+ families.

In this video, you will learn:

• The intricacies of the public adoption process
• The challenges and triumphs faced by Lane and Jonathan as they fostered and adopted their children
• The societal and legal hurdles for LGBTQ+ families in the early 2000s
• Insights from Lane's memoir, "A Family, Maybe," and its importance in today's context

Highlights: 00:00 - Introduction 02:15 - Lane and Jonathan's journey to foster Marianna 08:30 - The unexpected return of Marianna's birth mother 15:45 - The legal and emotional challenges faced 25:00 - The fight for LGBTQ+ family rights and equality 35:20 - Reflections on "A Family, Maybe" and its impact

 

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