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Shop Talk is the official video channel where authors, readers, and stories talk. We talk to Indie authors about their books and explore the world of independent publishing and related topics. Sometimes I go down the rabbit trail on other topics such as guns, films, ham radio, mechanics, etc. What's your story? Official YouTube Channel: www.youtube.com/@Shoptalk4307

Elena Lappin in conversation with leading authors about the stories behind their books.Email: shoptalk.writers@gmail.comInstagram: @shoptalkwithwritersRead more about each featured writer on elenalappin.substack.com,Connect with us here or on our website https://shows.acast.com./shop-talk-with-writers Thank you for listening! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this podcast, formerly called Hacking It, two guys in their 40's finally get serious about publishing only to discover that the landscape of the publishing world has changed with the advent of self-publishing and AI large language models. Not only do they share their insights on writing fiction, but the journey to finally get their books published.Check out our book on writing that resulted from this podcast:https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CXMSCGDB?ref_=cm_sw_r_mwn_dp_CRMLWCHU21V5GHM9RGW1&language=en_US

The Haunted Bookshop by Christopher Morley. Roger Mifflin is the somewhat eccentric proprietor of The Haunted Bookshop, a second-hand bookstore in Brooklyn that is "haunted by the ghosts of all great literature." Beginning with the arrival of a young advertising man and the mysterious disappearance of a certain volume from the shelves of the bookshop, a lively and often humorous tale of intrigue unfolds, generously sprinkled with liberal doses of Roger's unique philosophy on literature and book selling.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/...

Delve into the forbidden realms of The Pink Shop, a clandestine operation run by a veiled enigma of a woman. Join us as we navigate the labyrinthine narrative, exposing the secrets shrouded behind its sealed doors. Question your own boundaries what price would you pay for the promise of everlasting beauty?

Unravel mysteries with Hagar Stanley, a striking young Gypsy who escapes sexual harassment by seeking refuge with her miserly pawnbroker uncle in London. After her uncles demise, she inherits the pawn shop and finds herself encountering a series of enigmas linked to the myriad of items that cross her counter. Some are tied to heinous crimes, others to acts of deceit and treachery. With her sharp Gypsy intellect and intuitive feminine instincts, Hagar tackles these perplexing scenarios, often assisting the police and ensuring justice is served. Fergus Hume cleverly interweaves these standalone ...

A young boy’s quest for adventure takes an unexpected turn in this 1922 Newbery-winning tale. After facing daily scoldings and struggles, he escapes into a tobacco-fueled dream world where anything seems possible. A whimsical and curious mix of fantasy and reality.

Welcome to my channel, which as a matter of fact I named "Amir's Bookshop". 📚📖 I am Amir, and here we are going to create audiobooks, reviews, and recommendations of books so you can spend your time learning on YouTube, rather than wasting it watching other stuff, and we have probably heard of how to use learning as our benefit. Subscribe to this channel and stay tuned to recordings of new audiobooks from which you can learn lessons!

Welcome to the Thesis Bookshop— the bookstore that’s never open, but always has something you didn’t know you were looking for. Our shelves may be dusty, but they’re full of hidden gems. Ever wonder how much time and effort goes into writing university theses that (almost) no one ever reads? We’ve put AI to good use by summarizing these valuable, often overlooked works. In each episode, we’ll dive into the content and sources of a different thesis, and we’ll provide a link to the full text for further reading.

Join us weekly as we imagine a world - from the characters to the locations to the natural laws that make life what it is - and forge an entirely new fictional setting for our Collaborative Worldbuilding Community. Then take what you've heard and make it your own! Head to BackdropCoop.com help expand these worlds - or use them to tell your own tales and offer them on our community marketplace for other passionate creators to enjoy!

The official podcast for Cyn's Workshop, a place for book lovers to listen to us discuss our latest read.

Listen to our podcast as we discuss topics that we find interesting and may add some value into our listeners' lives every week! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A nerdy production presents a podcast about being curious concerning gamemastering. We will talk with gamemasters both domestically and abroad, experienced and newcomers, and see if we can unearth some of the tacit knowledge out there – Knowledge which we could all benefit from.Kind regards, Jacob Sørensen).RPG, TTRPG, Roleplay

The Old Curiosity Shop tells the story of Little Nell, a beautiful and virtuous young girl who lives with her grandfather in his shop of curiosities. Her grandfather loves her dearly, and Nell does not complain, but she lives a lonely existence without friends of her own age. Her only friend is Kit, an honest young lad who works at the shop, and whom she is teaching to write. Unbeknownst to Nell, her grandfather is obsessed with their precarious financial position and is attempting to make Nell a good inheritance by winning at cards. He keeps these nocturnal activities a secret, but borrows ...

Exploring the space between stories and music, The Bookshop Band write songs inspired by books. In each episode Ben & Beth of the band chat to a different author who's work has inspired a song, talking both about how the book inspired them, and also the inspirations that motivate the author. Each episode includes the song itself and we hear the author's reactions to hearing it. In season one the band talk to authors and producers behind their 14th album, EMERGE, RETURN.

A Place for Theatrical Shenanigans.

Meet Andrea and Elizabeth, two former booksellers, who still share a love of books.Every other week, they will get together and tell each other about the book they are reading in hopes of helping you discover your next great read.

The Curious Cat Bookshop is the independent bookstore of Winsted, CT, offering curation, selection, expertise, and a place to meet with bookish friends at our book clubs, author events, and storytimes. This podcast is our in-store events feed, combined with remote interviews with authors who live elsewhere. We help you satisfy your curiosity in a community of readers--bringing the authors of Connecticut to the world, and the authors of the world to northwest Connecticut.

Welcome to Book Shop Chats, your go to podcast for indie authors and learning insight into what it takes to write a book (HINT: You can do it too!!)Join authors as they share their personal journeys, successes, and challenges, providing you with unique insights into the writing process. The discussions explore into various aspects of storytelling, from character development to plot structuring, ensuring you have a well-rounded understanding of the craft.Whether you're just starting out or have published multiple works, this podcast is your companion in the pursuit of storytelling excellence. ...

What does it really take to open a used bookstore in 2025? Join me, Stef Tousignant, as I document the messy, inspiring, behind-the-scenes journey from the stacks of donated books in my office to the grand opening of The Phoenix Used Bookshop. This is a diary-style podcast — raw voice memos, real decisions, setbacks and small victories — for anyone who’s ever dreamed of owning a bookstore but wondered what it’s really like.