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PODCAST

Indie Reads Aloud: A Storytelling Podcast

Diana Kathryn Penn

Come, gather "round. Grab a snack... and listen to a story. Each week, we"ll feature an Indie Author with a story to tell. No long-winded interviews. No sales pitches. Just stories. Most of the stories we tell will be family-friendly, but if they"re not, you"ll get fair warning before the reading begins. If you want to discover more, investigate the story notes for links to the author and where to buy their books.

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00:24:28

Episode # 220 Brian Talarczyk and "I Am Not Bipolar"

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2025/06/13

LISTENER ADVISORY: DISCUSSION OF MENTAL ILLNESSIn this candid memoir, Brian Talarczyk delves into his harrowing journey with bipolar disorder—a legacy he unknowingly inherited until his father’s sudden death in 2001. With vulnerability and humor, Brian recounts the soaring highs and crushing lows of his experience, from manic episodes and terrifying psychosis that led to his stay at the Yale New Haven Psychiatric Facility, to the profound depression that nearly claimed his life. I Am Not Bipolar is

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00:13:15

Episode #221: Natcole Staskiewicz: "Kindness Is My...

Indie Reads Aloud: A Storytelling Podcast ·

2025/06/11

"If kindness is only shown to people who are good....What would happen to those who are misunderstood?"When her teacher starts a kindness challenge, Star begins to notice that performing random acts of kindness is already her thing..or is it?Star decides to think outside of the box and do an act of kindness no one ever considers. But there is only one problem...What will everyone else think?Will that awful feeling of doubt over power her inner instinct to be herself and do kindness her

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00:11:57

Episode #219 Natcole Staskiewicz" "Dear Child of Mine"

Indie Reads Aloud: A Storytelling Podcast ·

2025/06/11

“I want you to strive to be the best you. Because guess what? Dear child of mine, I love you”.Filled with inspiring words of love and encouragement, Dear Child of Mine sends a powerful message to children around the world, showing them they can be whoever they want when they grow up.This beautiful story follows an interracial family as a mother assures her child that they are perfect as they are. Showcasing the different talents that run in the family, Dear Child of Mine is an uplifting and engaging

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00:14:32

Episode #218 Natcole Staskiewicz "The Great Grandma...

Indie Reads Aloud: A Storytelling Podcast ·

2025/05/28

Celebrate the heartwarming connection between grandmothers and grandchildren! An ideal present for Mother’s Day, Grandparent’s Day, or any occasion spent with Grandma—because every day with her is a celebration!Prepare for an unforgettable Christmas as a father unveils a remarkable secret to his son – the impending arrival of Great Grandma Buffalo! Overflowing with excitement, the young boy eagerly maps out their adventures together. However, when she finally arrives, a stunning revelation

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Episode #217 Erica Miner "Overture To Murder"

Indie Reads Aloud: A Storytelling Podcast ·

2025/05/23

The curtain comes down on murder in OVERTURE TO MURDER, the third novel of the Julia Kogan Opera Mystery series. Julia heads to the San Francisco Opera, this time with her significant other, former NYPD detective Larry Somers, and their five-year-old daughter Rebecca. Julia is under inordinate amounts of pressure as she replaces the ailing concertmaster, Ben, who has suffered serious injuries in a suspicious hit-and-run accident, which Julia suspects might not have been accidental. Then, one

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00:24:52

Episode #216 Julie Navickas and "Chasing Love"

Indie Reads Aloud: A Storytelling Podcast ·

2025/05/21

Who says you can’t find love over a plate of mushroom ravioli?Rachel Prescott has always dated the wrong men.Each relationship begins with hope, but within months ends with “nope.” The harder she tries, the harder she fails. That is, until the new owner of Pier Ninety-Two, Miguel Rodriguez, spots her wallowing over her latest dating disaster in his restaurant.Easily smitten with the brown-haired beauty, Miguel offers her his heart. Or at least, what’s left of it. Because Miguel has had his own

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00:19:50

Episode #215 Kate Sanders and "Dancing With The...

Indie Reads Aloud: A Storytelling Podcast ·

2025/05/16

Nicholas learns that when we take our skeletons out of our closet to dance every once in a while, we feel better about big, scary, and difficult to understand emotions.ABOUT THE AUTHOR: Kate Sanders is an Accounting Supervisor, with a bachelor’s degree in Social Work, and a passion for helping others heal from past trauma, particularly children. Kate authored this book to help children learn how to express themselves and their emotions and heal inner wounds that can paralyze a young mind, long into

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Episode #214 Julie Navickas "Finding Love"

Indie Reads Aloud: A Storytelling Podcast ·

2025/05/14

Who says you can’t find love over a plate of mushroom ravioli?Rachel Prescott has always dated the wrong men.Each relationship begins with hope, but within months ends with “nope.” The harder she tries, the harder she fails. That is, until the new owner of Pier Ninety-Two, Miguel Rodriguez, spots her wallowing over her latest dating disaster in his restaurant.Easily smitten with the brown-haired beauty, Miguel offers her his heart. Or at least, what’s left of it. Because Miguel has had his own

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Episode #213 Mark McCraw and "Eli's Shenanigans"

Indie Reads Aloud: A Storytelling Podcast ·

2025/05/09

Eli is three years old. This spells trouble in the world of his brother, mother, and father. Will the family be able to survive his shenanigans? Eli is known as a "trash panda", "wrecking ball", and "sprinkle goblin". His seven- year- old brother, John, tells the story of Eli's chaotic and destructive journey into the unknown. Through it all, Eli comes out strong being the loveable character he is after all. ABOUT THE AUTHOR: Mark Is a former Elementary School

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Episode #212 Jennifer Raines and "Betrayal"

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2025/05/08

Listener Advisory: Mature SituationsThey are wary of trusting, but … passion has its own rules.Marketing manager, ANNA TURNER promised reliable, affordable childcare to co-workers under pressure. Proud of negotiating the perfect lease for her employer, a hostile takeover of the building steals her ideal premises.Architect and property-developer, HUNTER THOMPSON, smells betrayal on his father’s breath. An old pattern, but this time his old man plans a hostile takeover of a building owned by the

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Episode #211 Mark Love with "Part-Time Criminal"

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2025/05/02

"Some people are born criminals. Others are driven to it."There could be a kernel of truth to that statement. Perhaps some people, ordinary, regular law-abiding citizens, are doing their part, working their jobs, when something happens that tilts their world.Consider Simon Ellis. A quiet, steady guy. He keeps his head down, always working in the background, taking care of business.Until that fateful day.When something comes to light that changes how he sees the world.Will Simon just let it

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Episode #210 Lisa Jacovsky and "Bones & Friends: The...

Indie Reads Aloud: A Storytelling Podcast ·

2025/04/30

"The Mystery of the Vanishing Fish," is narrated by Bender, a charming and mischievous three-legged cat, that takes readers on an amusing adventure.In this tale, Bender and his brothers engage in one of their favorite activities - solving mysteries. The family owns a fish tank, which often catches Bender's interest as he tries to interact with the fish. On this particular day, Bender notices that all of the fish are missing from the tank. Puzzled but excited, the feline brothers jump into action

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Episode #209 Joyce Yarrow and "Zahara and The Lsot...

Indie Reads Aloud: A Storytelling Podcast ·

2025/04/25

In this fast-paced, suspenseful novel, journalist Alienor Crespo discovers a trove of irreplaceable books rescued from the flames of the Spanish Inquisition. Using her gift of second sight, Alienor exploits her knowledge of the past and present to confront extremists, who are bent on destroying all evidence of harmony between Christians, Muslims, and Jews in Medieval Spain. The future of the underground library of Zahara is at stake as well as the lives of its protectors. Hailed as a dazzling

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00:32:59

Episode #208 Jennifer Raines with "Quinn, By Design"

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2025/04/23

Listener Advisory: Mature SituationsShe’s antiques royalty, he’s relentlessly modern.Master carpenter NIALL QUINN’s passion is creating bespoke furniture. Everything else comes second until his ex-fiancé ditches him when he gifts another creation to a friend, and he discovers his brother has been carrying his dead father debts. Niall’s self-respect demands he pay his share. He’s landed a prestigious exhibition of his work with a top gallery, possible in part because of the support of an antiques

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00:28:58

Episode #207: Donna Neumann and "I Can't Give Him A...

Indie Reads Aloud: A Storytelling Podcast ·

2025/04/18

Cody is the new kid in Annie's class. With a purple belt in Quill Tae Kwondo and a love for pickleball, Cody is more amazing than carrot cake.As her class gets ready for their Valentine's Day party, Annie is worried. Her family doesn't celebrate Valentine's Day, which means she doesn't have something special to give Cody. Without a gift, she's sure that Cody won't like her.Although Annie has a fun afternoon planned with her favorite aunt, she can't stop worrying that

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Episode #206 Jean Davis with "Laya's Vacation"

Indie Reads Aloud: A Storytelling Podcast ·

2025/04/16

Short-tempered from the summer heat, Laya takes a vacation in Michigan's Upper Peninsula, far away from her family and friends. She travels to Paradise, Whitefish Point, and Tahquamenon Falls to see what animals and sights exist beyond the chicken yard.ABOUT THE AUTHOR: Jean Davis writes an array of speculative fiction, including short stories, a space opera series, stand-alone novels, and children's picture books about her chickens. When taking a break from fictional people, she spends time with

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Episode # 205: Donovan M. Neal with "Hutari - Scion...

Indie Reads Aloud: A Storytelling Podcast ·

2025/04/11

A Thrilling Epic Fantasy: Hutari: Scion of Prophet and CrownPrince Amani was born to rule the kingdom of Bussar and was blessed with supernatural strength and the power to control the elements. But his abilities come at a terrifying price—using them risks awakening the Kifu, an ancient undead evil that could plunge the world into eternal darkness.Exiled to protect his realm, Amani faces an impossible choice when a treacherous ruler threatens his adopted homeland. Will he remain loyal to his vow and

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Episode # 204: Julie Navickas and "Trusting Love"

Indie Reads Aloud: A Storytelling Podcast ·

2025/04/09

What does a s’more, a tent, and a campfire have in common? For Ryan Prescott, it’s a typical weekend camping trip. But for Tess Browning… it’s a recipe for the truth.Tess Browning earned the nickname Little Vixen for a reason. And she has no incentive to play by the rules anymore. Because why bother? All it ever did was trap her in a loveless marriage. Tossing faithfulness out the window, the only thing she is committed to now is her new code: keeping it fun, flirty, and deliciously sultry.That is,

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Episode #203 Adam Dompierre and "Paint An Inch Thick"

Indie Reads Aloud: A Storytelling Podcast ·

2025/04/04

A Madcap Mystery, California-StyleEddie London might be the worst detective in all of Summerport. Then again, he assures himself, it’s a pretty big city. But when Veronica Lawrence hires him to find her missing husband, Eddie sees his chance to transcend the low-stakes (and low-paying) cases that have thus far sustained his fledgling operation. As part of his unorthodox investigation, Eddie goes undercover at the authoritarian Manticore Cooperative. There he does his best to outwit its charismatic

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Episode #202 Jean Davis with Kay-Kay: The Littlest...

Indie Reads Aloud: A Storytelling Podcast ·

2025/04/02

Born different than other chickens, Kay-Kay is picked on. Sad and lonely, she hopes that she'll find a home where she is loved.Based on the true story of Kay-Kay, author Jean Davis, and her flock of ducks and chickens.A picture book for all ages following the life of a special little chicken from hatching to seeking a new home.ABOUT THE AUTHOR: Jean Davis writes an array of speculative fiction, including short stories, a space opera series, stand-alone novels, and children's picture books about her

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