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Deirdre Pippins

Introducing the Bookaholics Podcast, a safe place for reading junkies who obsess over books, authors, bookstores, book news, and book trivia. You’re invited to nerd-out with book reviews, author interviews, our habit, and other bookish things .Enjoy Interviews with those in the book business.Meet new authors.Explore curating your librarywith new genres and discover new authors.revisit the classics with a twist.Your host Deirdre Pippins, also known as Ms. Media Content, is a board member for her

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45:41

Dating A Genius Nearly Killed Me | Episode 147

Bookaholic | Author Interviews | Book Reviews | Book... ·

2026/01/15

Today's episode is brought to you by L'Oreal Magic Root Cover-up! Cover gray in just three seconds.CONNECT WITH BOOKAHOLIC // INSTAGRAM: @truebookaholic // FACEBOOK: @truebookaholic // PINTEREST: @truebookaholic // TIKTOK: @truebookaholic // LINKEDIN: Deirdre Pippins/deirdre-pippins-38338a214 // EMAIL: support@book-a-holic.com WARNING: This episode contains discussions of drug manufacturing, violence, and assault. Brenda Coffee shares her extraordinary memoir "Maya Blue: A Memoir of

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20:03

EX-CIA Agent Unveils Thrilling Secrets | Episode 146

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2025/12/20

In this episode of the Bookaholic Podcast, host Tracy Abramson discusses her latest book, Victim Number Eight. With over 45 bestselling novels to her name, Tracy shares insights into her writing process, how her background in the CIA influences her thrillers, and the intricate research behind her stories. She talks about her visits to Istanbul, the personal experiences that shape her characters, and her commitment to maintaining a clean, character-driven narrative. Tracy also reflects on the

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26:01

How ADHD Became Her Superpower in Writing! | Episode 145

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2025/12/12

In this episode of the Bookaholic podcast, Deidre interviews EK Wise about her journey of managing ADHD while authoring the book 'Keepers of the Rock' EK Wise discusses her late diagnosis of ADHD, her writing process, and the methods she employs to stay focused. The conversation delves into her background, inspirations from life experiences like her love for geology, and the creation of her novel's unique fantasy world where characters draw powers from earth's elements. The podcast also touches

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22:25

Vietnam War & Past Lives: Inside Ellen Birkett...

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2025/12/05

Purchase Beware The Tall Grass here.Exploring 'Beware the Tall Grass' with Ellen Birkett Morris: The Bookaholic Podcast In this episode of the Bookaholic Podcast, celebrated author Ellen Birkett Morris discusses her latest novel, 'Beware the Tall Grass.' Ellen delves into the book's intriguing dual narrative that intertwines a mother's love with a soldier's courage. Inspired by a real-life program that investigates children's past life memories, Ellen transformed a short story into a novel over an

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58:09

Political Followership: A Blueprint for Breaking...

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2025/11/30

In this episode of the Bookaholic Podcast, Deirdre welcomes Ira Chaleff, the author of 'To Stop A Tyrant: The Power of Political Followers to Make or Brake a Toxic Leader.' Ira discusses his inspiration for writing the book, which stems from personal family history and professional experiences. They delve into the critical role followers play in supporting or curbing leaders' power, emphasizing non-partisan approaches to maintaining an effective democracy. Highlights include discussions on the

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31:35

Why Wonder Matters: Bestselling Author Laura Munson...

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2025/11/20

Children naturally ask big, beautiful questions about life—but somewhere along the journey to adulthood, many of us stop. In today’s episode, bestselling author Laura Munson joins us to talk about why that happens and how reclaiming our sense of wonder can transform our lives.Laura’s new book, THE WILD WHY, blends memoir, insight, travel, and creative guidance to help readers reconnect with awe—and with themselves. Through travels from Montana to Morocco, Mexico to Tuscany, and Ireland to an

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12:32

From Heart Surgery to Literary Success: Megan...

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2025/11/05

PURCHASE Skylark here.In this episode of the Bookaholic podcast, host welcomes debut author Megan Michelle to discuss her first novel, 'Skylark.' Megan shares her deeply personal journey of how a life-changing open heart surgery inspired the story of Rachel Riker, the first female Navy SEAL on a mission to dismantle the patriarchy and liberate women. The conversation delves into Megan's creative process, her challenges in balancing writing with her day job as a pharmaceutical project manager, and

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28:36

✨ Sisterhood, Witchcraft & Breaking Generational...

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2025/10/31

In this hauntingly heartfelt episode, Deirdre sits down with author Liz Parker to discuss her spellbinding new novel, The Witches of Honeysuckle House — a cozy, witchy tale of sisterhood, trauma, and transformation. Parker opens up about how her personal journey with witchcraft, herbalism, and healing from complex PTSD inspired her writing.Together, they explore: The inspiration behind The Witches of Honeysuckle House How trauma and generational curses shape families and fiction What it means

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23:33

Writer of the Dark with Chris Kazularich | Episode 139

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2025/10/30

Join Deirdre Pippins as she talks to Chris Kazularich. Chris is the author of the short story collection, Menagerie in the Dark, and the suspense horror novella, LAZARUS. He is also a member of The Authors Guild, AWP, and the Chicago Writers Association. In addition to writing and reading extensively, he enjoys hiking, playing video games, binge-watching a good show with his husband and daughter, and simply being a dad. He graduated from Purdue University and lives between Chicago, IL, and Naples,

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20:21

Charisma Unlocked: The Science Behind Influence |...

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2025/10/03

In this episode of the Bookaholic Podcast, Richard Reed, author of 'Charisma Unlocked: The Science and Strategy to Captivate, Influence, and Succeed in Business,' discusses the myths, science, and strategies behind charisma. Richard shares insights from his career in coaching CEOs, entrepreneurs, and professionals on harnessing authentic charisma. The conversation explores the misconception that charisma is an inherent trait, highlights the importance of recognizing and developing one's unique brand

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18:08

Exploring History and Mystery: Sarah Ladenwich on Her...

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2025/09/02

In this episode of the Bookaholic Podcast, we sit down with debut novelist Sarah Ladenwich to discuss her captivating book, "The Fire Concerto." Sarah shares her journey of crafting a complex narrative that intertwines literary fiction, historical mystery, and personal resilience. We explore the themes of facing the past, the influence of classical music, and the spotlight on forgotten female creatives of the 19th century.Key Takeaways: The inspiration behind "The Fire Concerto" and its unique

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27:27

Building Worlds & Breaking Genres: Lexy Delorme on...

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2025/08/22

In this episode, we welcome Lexy Delorme, author of the Limerent Series, for a deep dive into her journey as a writer, her experiences as an expat, and the intricate world-building behind her cross-genre novels. Lexy shares how her background in law, international living, and personal history have shaped her writing, and discusses the themes and characters that make her series unique.Key Topics & Highlights: Lexy’s background: Growing up in a military family, living around the world, and

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16:59

Delving into the 1950s: A Conversation on ’Local...

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2025/08/20

In this episode of the Bookaholic Podcast, host Deirdre Pippins welcomes author Shawn McCarthy to discuss his new historical novel 'Local Honey.' Set in the 1950s, the novel explores the lives of a wounded ex-soldier turned police officer and a woman returning to her hometown to start a new life despite her family's criminal past. McCarthy shares his inspiration for the book, his experiences growing up around people from the WWII era, and his fascination with setting stories in different periods of

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20:20

Exploring Life and Ancient Mysteries with Author N.L....

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2025/07/11

In this episode of the Bookaholic Podcast, Deirdre Pippins interviews N.L. Holmes, a former nun and current archeologist turned author. They discuss Holmes' unconventional career path, spanning from a 19-year tenure in a convent, to a career in archaeology and academia, and finally to becoming a prolific writer. Holmes talks about her two main series – the 'Lord Hani Mysteries' and 'Hani's Daughter Mysteries', both set in ancient Egypt. She shares insights into her writing process, her characters,

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11:07

Exploring The Mighty Chronicles with Elias Garcia: An...

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2025/07/09

In this episode of the Bookaholic podcast, host welcomes Elias Garcia, who discusses his debut novel, 'The Mighty Chronicles: VA of Hills,' a coming-of-age superhero origin story featuring three superpowered brothers on a quest to save their parents. Elias shares his inspiration, which stems from comic books, superheroes, and his family, as well as the process behind world-building and character development. He also reveals plans for future books in the series and other writing projects. The

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Rising Young Author Elora Sophia on her Fantasy Book...

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2025/07/07

In this episode of the Bookaholic podcast, host Deirdre Pippins welcomes 14-year-old author Elora Sophia. Elora shares her journey from creating bedtime stories with her father to writing her fantasy book series, Guardians. Discussing her inspiration, world-building, and the creative process, Elora reveals details about her debut book 'Guardians Rise to the Phantom,' set to be published later this year. She also talks about her future plans, the support from her parents and friends, and her mission

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27:29

Breaking the Silence: The Truth About Female...

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2025/06/06

Welcome to the Bookaholic Podcast! In this episode, Deirdre sits down with Susan Shapiro Barish to discuss her latest nonfiction book, 'Estranged: How Strained Female Friendships Are Mended or Ended.' Purchase the book here: https://amzn.to/45dSJVK They delve into the rarely addressed topic of female friendships that fall apart, the societal expectations placed on women to maintain these bonds, and the emotional complexities involved. With insights from over 150 women aged 20 to 80, the silence is

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15:25

From Shared Fantasy To Personal Revolution | Episode 130

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2025/06/06

In this episode of the Bookaholic Podcast, host Deirdre welcomes back author Richie Billing. They discuss his journey into writing, starting with his debut book and moving through his experiences in a shared universe with a publisher. Richie shares insights on his creative process, the importance of short stories, novellas, and his exploration of good and evil in fantasy worlds. He also touches on real-world themes like social injustices and inequalities, and how he hopes his stories can provide

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32:34

Spreading Joy & Strength in Mental Fitness | Author...

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2025/05/26

In this episode of the Bookaholic Podcast, host Deidre invites Doris Hornstein to discuss joy and mental fitness amidst challenging times. Doris shares her journey from Israel to the United States, where she transitioned from a long career in education to becoming an entrepreneur and motivational speaker. Motivated by her sister's battle with breast cancer, Doris began sharing uplifting videos, which led to her first book, 'Moments of the Heart.' She further developed her expertise by becoming a

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16:45

Crafting Lies & Creating A Thriller | Author...

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2025/05/09

In this episode of the Bookaholic Podcast, host Deirdre Pippins speaks with debut thriller novelist Patsy Robertson about her new book 'A Concoction of Lies.' Patsy shares her journey from working in the technology field to becoming an author during the COVID-19 pandemic. She discusses the transition process and the challenges of learning the writing and publishing industry. Patsy's novel features mature characters and is set in multicultural settings, including Guatemala and Belize. She reflects on

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