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A bookish podcast with Dallas, Kass, and Alissa! Join us for a chapter by chapter deep dive of different book series. CURRENTLY READING: Quicksilver (Fae & Alchemy, #1) by Callie Hart

Across the nation’s history, American writers have produced a compelling and diverse body of literary expression, which joins the great literatures of other cultures to create unique perspectives on human life flowing from America’s trailblazing political system, innovative spirit, and history of immigration. In A Literary Tour of the United States, you’ll take an epic excursion across America, from the wide expanse of the continental states to Alaska, Hawaii, and beyond, delving into the jewels of writing that distinguish our nation’s literature across three centuries.

Send us a textIn this deeply personal episode of The Living Story, I take you through the books that didn’t just fill my shelves—they healed my soul. After surviving a near-fatal car accident and navigating a season of exhaustion, disconnection, and spiritual burnout, I found restoration in the most unexpected place: fiction.Join me as I share the sacred stories and unforgettable characters—like Santiago, Negi, Emoni, the Mirabal Sisters, and Orquídea—who met me in the valley and whispered hope back into my spirit. These stories walked me through grief, reminded me of my cultural ...

Bibliophage: Noun, One who devours books, a book worm, an avid reader. Every good writer is probably a better reader. This is the podcast that proves it. New York Times bestselling author Gwenna Laithland is living out every avid reader’s dream. Forcing her friend to listen to her rave about her latest literary obsession. With co-host Tori Phantom, there's interviews, discussions, fan-kidding, and more. It's like an adult book report. You'll see. Er, hear. You'll hear. Just listen.

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In today’s digital age, the internet is an integral part of children’s lives. From social media interactions and online games to virtual classrooms and chat apps, children are exposed to various online environments where they can learn, play, and communicate. However, navigating these digital spaces safely can be challenging for young minds still learning how to manage their online behavior and protect their personal information. “Safe and Smart: A Parent’s Guide to Navigating Kids' Online Behavior” is the ultimate resource for ensuring your child’s online safety and fostering ...

Monsters, in all their terrifying glory, have preoccupied humans since we began telling stories. But where did these stories come from? In Monsterland, award-winning author Nicholas Jubber goes on a journey to discover more about the monsters we've invented, lurking in the dark and the wild places of the earth—giants, dragons, ogres, zombies, ghosts, demons—all with one thing in common: their ability to terrify.

Agatha Christie is renowned for her captivating plots and creative ways of killing off ill-fated victims. And what better way to add intrigue to a story than poison? The surreptitious ways they can be administered and the characteristic symptoms they produce make these killer chemicals the ideal method of murder in a ‘whodunit’. Christie perfected the use of poisons in her plots; her deft and varied use of toxic substances is one of her great strengths as a writer. But how is it that some compounds prove so fatal, and in such tiny amounts?

In Too Good to Be Altogether Lost, Wilder expert Pamela Smith Hill dives back into the Little House books, closely examining Wilder's text, her characters, and their stories. Hill reveals that these gritty, emotionally complex novels depict a realistic coming of age for a girl in the American West. This realism in Wilder's novels, once perceived as a fatal flaw, can lead to essential discussions not only about the past but about the present—and the underlying racism young people encounter when reading today.

Every gift has its price, every gesture its consequence. In this chilling anthology of five original tales, Scary Stories Told in the Dark invites you to witness what happens when something is given—willingly or not—and something unknowable answers. From whispered rituals and secret experiments to strange transformations and sinister obsessions, each story explores the moment a line is crossed… and what comes crawling over it. Hosted by Otis Jiry and Malcolm Blackwood, our latest offering is a descent into dread where the cost of curiosity is steep, and the return on investment may be ...

A reading of articles and features from the Niagara Falls Review

Chapter 1 What's The Miracle of Forgiveness "The Miracle of Forgiveness" by Spencer W. Kimball is a profound exploration of the concept of forgiveness within the context of Latter-day Saint theology. In this influential work, Kimball emphasizes the transformative power of forgiveness, not just as a divine principle but as a personal process that liberates individuals from guilt and fosters spiritual healing. He addresses the necessity of repentance and illustrates how embracing forgiveness can mend relationships, restore peace, and ultimately lead to a more Christlike life. Through compelling ...

1 What's The Miracle of ForgivenessThe Miracle of Forgiveness by Spencer W. Kimball focuses on the transformative power of forgiveness, emphasizing its essential role in personal spiritual growth and healing. The book articulates the need for individuals to seek forgiveness from God, as well as to extend it to others, portraying forgiveness as a fundamental principle of the Christian faith and a means to overcome sin and guilt. Kimball shares personal anecdotes, scriptural references, and teachings from the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, encouraging readers to embrace repentance,...

‘Liminal’ is much more than the name of award-winning author, journalist and Ovarian cancer wrangler Jennifer Steil’s Substack newsletter. In this extended episode, the winner of the Grand Prize in the international Eyelands 2020 Book Awards and Finalist for the 2021 Lambda Literary Lesbian Fiction Award for Exile Music,talks about the kidnap experience and resulting ‘what if’s that inspired her first novel, The Ambassador’s Wife,and how writing has become even more important to mental health during her cancer treatment. Liminal spaces she discusses with Dr Rachel Knightley include...

In this episode, Dantès seizes a long-awaited opportunity. When his jailer unwittingly leaves behind the iron-handled soup saucepan, Dantès finally acquires the tool he’s been desperate for. With strategic patience and focused effort, he levers out the hewn stone that has blocked his passage for days. The wall begins to give way—hope now has form, weight, and momentum. 🎙️ Topics Covered: •The cunning improvisation of prison tools •Dantès’ transformation from despair to ingenuity •Prison labor, silence, and hidden resistance •Symbolism of the iron handle as power ...

I’m joined for a discussion of the 2025 Hugo nominees for Best Short Story by a few returning guests. Guests include: These episodes get very little editing, so if it sounds a bit rougher than normal, that’s to be expected, but the discussion was terrific, so I hope you enjoy it. Let us know what … Continue reading "2025 Hugo-nominated Short Story Panel"

Hypatia - von Timo Brandt

WAS THE REVOLT A CONSEQUNCE OF THE 1649 REGICIDE? 5/8 The Cause: The American Revolution and its Discontents, 1773-1783, by Joseph J. Ellis, Ph.D.