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The Menuscript

Rachel Schwartzbard

The Menuscript is a podcast all about eggcellent books and culinary creations. I"m Rachel, your host, and I invite you to join me for discussions on a variety of books, authors, adaptations, tasty meal pairings, and much more. Pull up a chair and be my guest for these bite-sized episodes to blend two amazing things: books and food. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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28:45

A Symphony of Books ft. Brendan Slocomb

The Menuscript ·

2025/05/06

Words flow together to form a book the way music notes come together to create a symphony, and no one knows this better than bestselling author Brendan Slocomb! He is an educator, musician, and author and he was kind enough to join me in the kitchen.Want to learn more about, or order Brendan’s books? Follow this link to his website.Violin Conspiracy playlistDark Maestro playlistFollow me on Instagram here to keep up with all the latest updates and reviews of what I am reading, and the mouth-watering

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12:20

Fantasy (Character) Football

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2025/04/30

April showers bring bonus podcasts! Close out the month with a nod to the NFL draft and some of our favorite male main characters from beloved fantasy books. Don't know football? No problem! Don't know books? No problem! Don't know nothing? You're welcome here, Jon Snow.Follow me on Instagram here to keep up with all the latest updates and reviews of what I am reading, and the mouth-watering meals I make to accompany them!Artwork by @stephanieilanaMusic: Clementi Sonatina No. 1 in G Major IIIEditor:

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23:19

By Any Other Name

The Menuscript ·

2025/04/22

What’s in a name? In this episode (occurrence, event, happening, installment, etc.) Rachel serves up an appetizer on “By Any Other Name” by Jodi Piccoult. This spellbinding book explores theories that Shakespeare did not write his own plays, at the same time following a modern playwright working to stage her first play. Woven together as only a master like Piccoult can, this book will have you fleeing the dinner table quickly in order to get to your theater seats on time.Recipe: Rose petal pesto

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24:50

When in Rome

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2025/04/08

Welcome to Rome! No, not that Rome. Rome, Kentucky. Home of the Walker family and their love interests. Each book in this adorable comedic series tells the story of a different sibling and their journey to their soulmate. Funny, awkward, relatable, all the things - these books will both satisfy your craving for a cute story while leaving you hungry for more happenings in this charming small town.Recipe: We are making caprese stuffed chicken. You will need four boneless chicken breasts, two cups of a

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14:08

Don't Believe Everything You Think (February Bonus)

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2025/02/28

One last episode before the season break. Feeling anxious? Too much doom spiraling? Would you define yourself as a chronic overthinker? Joseph Nguyen’s book helps you break out of those mental traps and move towards a calmer mental state. It’s a quick read with lots of great strategies to try and things to consider.Recipe: Today’s recipe is not a meal so much as a little meal prep. It’s slow cooker shredded chicken. All you will need is a slow cooker, 1 to 2 pounds of boneless chicken breasts and a

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25:01

In Name Only ft. Sarah Razner

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2025/02/18

Sick of politics? So is Nate Campbell. This debut novel by Sarah Razner follows Nate, the a member of an American family political dynasty who would like nothing more than to get as far away from the legacy as possible. Sarah herself joins me in the kitchen to talk about her book and the writing process behind it.Recipe: Sarah shared a great mac n’ cheese recipe with us to honor Nate’s love of comfort food. This recipe is similar to what she shared, please use whatever type of noodle (regular, GF,

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22:32

Christina Lauren and the Rom Com Reads

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2025/02/04

Need a cute, feel-good fun read? Look no further than the wide array of novels by Christina Lauren. This charming author duo provides a buffet of palatable books that are sure to make you smile. Let’s dish it out!Recipe: This dish is my go-to for any potluck or gathering during the fall and winter months. It’s so easy to throw together, tastes delicious, and, as previously mentioned, is so colorful. You will need: greens (this can be kale, spinach, lettuce, or a mix), brussels sprouts, butternut or

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23:46

Onyx Storm Reactions

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2025/01/31

We’ve made it to the end of January and we’ve (mostly) weathered the Onyx Storm. What a book! As we settle in to wait for Book 4 the theorizing and discussions abound. I’m joined by fellow reader and author Dominique del Calzo to discuss some of our initial thoughts and things we loved about this outstanding installment of the Empyrean series.Link to Dominique’s books.Follow me on Instagram here to keep up with all the latest updates and reviews of what I am reading, and the mouth-watering meals I

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29:15

The Empyrean Series

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2025/01/21

Books as hot as dragon fire! Thousands of readers took flight with Rebecca Yarros’ Fourth Wing in spring of 2023 and eagerly devoured the sequel, Iron Flame, in November of 2023. Since then we’ve been rereading, theorizing, discussing, and counting down the days until the release of Book Three. And today is the day! Onyx Storm is here!! But, before the storm rolls in, let’s look back at the first two books and what’s going on in this crazy world of Navarre with our favorite dragon riders and their

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22:01

Starting With a Thrill

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2025/01/07

Ready to kick of 2025 with a thrill? Look no farther than The Butterfly Garden. This isn’t your usual stroll through a peaceful garden surrounded by butterflies. Join the FBI agents to question the survivor of horrific crimes as she walks us through her experiences with a kidnapper/serial killer. Happy New Year!Recipe: You will need a cup and a half to two cups of diced ham, 2 carrots, 2 or 3 stalks of celery, a small onion, garlic, kale or spinach, 2 Tbsp tomato paste, a can of white beans, chicken

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12:08

A Year for the Books

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2024/12/31

I read so many amazing books this year and am so excited to share my top choices with you all. There are also so many books I am already looking forward to in 2025. Happy reading and New Year to all!Follow me on Instagram here to keep up with all the latest updates and reviews of what I am reading, and the mouth-watering meals I make to accompany them!Artwork by @stephanieilanaMusic: Clementi Sonatina No. 1 in G Major IIIEditor: Alex Schmitz Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more

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25:29

Booked for the Holidays

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2024/12/24

It’s Christmas (and Hanukkah) time in the City! Whisk away to NYC for a wintery story featuring a chef, a secret, and gelato.Recipe: For the noodles, use an instant noodle pack or bowl of your choice. All you will have to do for that is put water and the included flavor/spice packet in with the noodles and microwave it for the time indicated on the packaging. Now for the add-ins! You will need onion, garlic, broccoli, carrots, pepper, celery, mushroom, cabbage, and spinach. Feel free to add in or

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32:19

We Love Books a Latke

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2024/12/10

Jean Meltzer’s schtick is bringing Judaism to the romance fiction shelf with witty, fun books that’ll have you laughing, crying, and learning about yourself, Jewish traditions, and a variety of other topics. In this episode, Rachel interviews Jean about her writing journey, books, chronic disability, and more.Recipe: We’re making latkes! This tasty food is an appetizer or side dish commonly served over Hanukkah, where the oil used to fry them symbolizes the oil that burned in the temple. You will

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11:27

Fae Ball Recap

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2024/11/30

Recapping a magical night where fantasy book lovers were whisked away to frolic amongst the fae!Really dive deep into the fae with this comprehensive guide.Follow me on Instagram here to keep up with all the latest updates and reviews of what I am reading, and the mouth-watering meals I make to accompany them!Artwork by @stephanieilanaMusic: Clementi Sonatina No. 1 in G Major IIIEditor: Alex Schmitz Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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19:38

Not so Secret Chamber: Return to the Wizarding World

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2024/11/26

Climb aboard the Hogwarts Express (or the flying Ford Anglia) and return to the Harry Potter series. School security issues, talking to snakes, heroic actions, and bubbling potions all come into play as we dive further into the wizarding world.Recipe: This week’s recipe is a white bean mushroom soup. You will need a pound of mushrooms - I use baby bellas but you could use white, cremini, a mix, whatever you want - half a large onion or all of a small one, garlic, a can of white beans, 3 cups of

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18:45

It's All Greek (Retellings) to Me

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2024/11/12

Welcome to Olympus where the gods treat the humans like toys and people compete in all sorts of tasks. This is not your average Olympiad! Feast with the gods as we talk about Lyra, Hades, and maybe find ourselves in the Underworld instead of atop Olympus.Recipe: Here is the recipe for the simple, delicious Greek salad. For a base you can use whatever greens you like - I typically do a mix of romaine and spinach. Now it’s time to pile on those veggies. A standard Greek salad has tomato, cucumber,

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11:23

Spooky Scary Books

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2024/10/31

Talking all things thriller and horror for this Halloween episode. The ghouls, goblins, thrills, and chills come to play…and Rachel will stick to books that keep her up all night eager to find out what happens next and not shaking in fear. Happy Halloween!Recipe: No recipe with this episode, but enjoy some candy or treats of your choice!Follow me on Instagram here to keep up with all the latest updates and reviews of what I am reading, and the mouth-watering meals I make to accompany them!Artwork by

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45:25

The Visible Book on the Invisible Life

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2024/10/29

For a book that’s all about a girl no one remembers, it sure is hard to forget! A book about life, memory, and the ways in which we make an impact. Also hard to forget - this hilarious and fun conversation featuring guest and fellow book podcaster, Julia of Novel Finds.Recipe: Looking to make those brownies Julia mentioned? Try this recipe!Listen to more Novel Finds, and follow them on InstagramFollow me on Instagram here to keep up with all the latest updates and reviews of what I am reading, and

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28:02

Decisions Decisions

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2024/10/15

What if? That is a question asked by all of us, so many times. These books give us the chance to start over, maybe not from scratch, but close enough to it that we see our characters tweak the recipes of their lives. And find some humor and revelations along the way!Recipe: You will need: a small onion, a can of black beans, a can of kidney beans, a can of pinto beans, diced jalapeno peppers, a can of diced tomatoes, an optional bell pepper, a can of pumpkin puree, garlic, cumin, paprika, chili

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39:05

Lights, Camera, Books!

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2024/09/26

Lights, camera, action! And books. Sit down with Rachel and Lauren as they talk about turning The Devil in the White City into a limited series. It’s a reel good time and a stunning book that is perfect for true-crime fans.Want more Lauren? Yes. Find her on YouTube!Follow me on Instagram here to keep up with all the latest updates and reviews of what I am reading, and the mouth-watering meals I make to accompany them!Artwork by @stephanieilanaMusic: Clementi Sonatina No. 1 in G Major IIIEditor: Alex

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