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Book Shop Chats:

Victoria Hopkins

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

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43:27

Dear Netflix, Please Call About “High School Epic”...

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2026/02/11

Blurb After her father vanishes, Dani Fetter begins high school already carrying the weight of abandonment. She expects her best friends to support her, but they prioritize parties, hookups, and popularity instead. Left behind, Dani meets Kevin Martin, an outsider who seems to give her everything her world is missing. Until betrayal cuts deep, leaving her reeling once more. Dani's circle keeps reshaping again and again: new friends like Ryan O’Leary offer comfort, while old wounds resurface. ...

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37:25

From Sydney Flights To Scottish Ferries with J.A Forde

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2026/02/06

About the author: Author of swoony romances full of real characters you can’t help but root for. When I’m not writing you’ll find me with my nose stuck in a book... Or more realistically, you’ll find me chasing my two kids, spending time with my husband, and helping our household to thrive. I am an avid reader though and adore the way I can get lost in a world outside my own every time I flip those pages. I never thought I’d write a book. Never thought I’d have a story to ...

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38:22

Please Hurt My Feelings, But Make It HEA with K.C Harper

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2026/02/04

Author bio: K.C. Harper grew up on Canada's east coast and spends her time plotting to destroy the happiness of her characters. She’s an avid reader, developmental editor, and a full-time human servant to a 4.5 lb teacup Chihuahua. She's represented by Helen Lane at the Ki Literary Agency. Book blurb: Speed can be dangerous. Letting your past catch up with you is deadly. An ex-con bad boy is brought to his knees in K.C. Harper’s contemporary debut, perfect for fans of Lauren Asher’s Dirty ...

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40:37

Survival, Self-Publishing, And A Love Letter To...

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2026/01/30

About the author: My name is Ashley & I am writing my debut novel in dystopian speculative fiction. It is a work in progress but I hope you join me wild journey of discovery and growth as I navigate the complexities of the writing, literary and publishing world. I reside in East Austin TX with my partner ( Danny) and 3 fur baby rescue mutts ( Bently, Fredrik & Bruno). A self declared bibliophile and always a storyteller casting tales from a young age along the way I’ve typed away for ...

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52:07

Is A Dream Still Worth It If No One Believes with S.R...

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2026/01/28

About the author: Saoirse Raylene Morton is the author of the Faeries of the City series and is co-authoring a steampunk fantasy series with her husband, Cody Owen. She has a degree in English Education and worked as an editor for many years before stepping away to pursue her writing career. She lives in her suburban townhome with her husband and a possible pantry ghost, and spends most of her free time playing video games, writing in coffee shops, and teaching herself hobbies she doesn't ha...

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30:57

From Broken To Bold with Ming Louie Stein

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2026/01/23

About the author: Ming Louie Stein grew up in East Vancouver and now lives in Port Moody with her husband and their two beloved pets—a poodle-terrier mix and a British shorthair cat. She has two grandchildren who inspire her every day. Ming began writing after her retirement, and this is her debut book. She is currently working on two additional novels and has a children’s book set for release in summer 2025. Ming is a Tai Chi Devotee and loves nature. She participates in writing groups and...

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44:45

Dragons, Romance, And Going Indie With J.M Frey

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2026/01/21

About the Author: J.M. is an author, screenwriter, and lapsed academic. With an MA in Communications and Culture, she’s appeared in podcasts, documentaries, and on radio and television to discuss all things geeky through the lens of academia. She also has an addiction to scarves, Doctor Who, and tea, which may or may not all be related. Her life’s ambition is to have stepped foot on every continent (only 3 left!) J.M.’s also a professionally trained actor who takes absolute delight in weird s...

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35:37

From Hallmark Tropes To City Lights: A Romance...

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2025/11/12

Feeling the magic of Christmas in today's episode. Suzy Langevin flips the classic Hallmark trope on it's head and we are here for it. About the book The Cowboy Christmas Glow Up Levi Dearborn, handsome heir to a ranching family fortune, knows exactly what's expected of him. Get married, take over the family business, and spend his days working cattle on the cold plains of Montana. It's not the life he wants, but the one he seems destined for. But when everything goes wrong one fa...

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36:17

How A Dream-Led Trilogy Found Its Voice And Readers...

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2025/11/06

We cozy up with author Megan Mary to explore her dream-led trilogy, Witches of Maple Hollow, and how intuition, audiobooks, and creative marketing brought this fall-perfect world to life. We also dig into imposter syndrome, perfectionism, and trusting the story you’re meant to tell. Bio: Megan Mary is an award-winning international bestselling metaphysical author, dreamworker and host of the Women's Dream Enlightenment podcast. She founded Inner Realms Publishing to provide book marke...

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38:00

Dragons, Gladiators, and Fire Horses with Reese Sharon

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2025/11/05

Author Reese Sharon shares her journey of creating "Scorched," a romanticist book featuring gladiator-style battles with dragons and elemental horses coming out this October. We discuss the creative spark that comes from children, authenticity on social media, and the importance of not comparing yourself to other authors. • Writing fantasy romance gives Reese more creative freedom than her previous dystopian works • The idea for Scorched came from watching cartoons with her children • Childr...

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Magic, Mystery, And Making A Debut Novel with Sara J....

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2025/10/31

We sit down with Sarah J. Lillenfeld to explore the journey from fanfiction to a finished debut, blending urban fantasy with a small-town murder mystery and the courage it took to complete the book after a cancer diagnosis. We also dig into edits, naming pitfalls, sustainable marketing, and resisting the comparison trap while building a genuine reader community. Author bio: Sara J. Lilienfeld is an urban fantasy author and lifelong reader, often spending days getting lost in books. She start...

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44:37

How A Sleepless Night And Fortnite Sparked A Fantasy...

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2025/10/29

In today's episode we sit down with author Nicole Beatty to explore Forge, a romantasy where magic is an artifact, councils hoard medallions, and a revenge-driven heroine steps into an open challenge that could reshape a corrupt system. BOOK BLURB: In Rae Airynn's world, magic is reserved only for those strong enough to earn it, or powerful enough to wield it unchallenged for generations, the most lethal Medallions firmly in the grasp of Hierathynn's most elite. For centuries, the Coun...

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36:43

How A Scientist-Turned-Novelist Blends Tarot With...

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2025/10/24

We cozy up with A.L. Sterling to explore Forseyth Conservatory, a dark academia gothic mystery where tarot, science, and an anxious heroine collide. Official Blurb: Dahlia Blackburne is a failing bookstore keeper and Tarot reader who relies on deductive reasoning—not magick—to cast her fortunes. When a stranger calling himself the Meister walks into her shop after closing and offers three times her normal rate for a reading, curiosity and her growing debts compel her to accept. But the read...

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36:18

From Fan Fiction To Fantasy: Building Soulmateless...

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2025/10/22

What if a kingdom promised true love to everyone—except its two protagonists? We sit down with author Morgana Sandpiper to unpack Soulmateless, a fantasy where a prince longs for a forbidden match and a shapeshifter princess must hide who she is to survive. Their paths collide at the fault line between fate and choice, and we explore how that tension mirrors the emotional realities of modern dating, belonging, and being heard. Author Bio: She lives in New York state with her family and cat. ...

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35:32

From Fantasy Realms to Swoony Rom-Coms: A...

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2025/10/10

Shamiz Patel shares her journey of writing across different genres, from a fantasy trilogy to a flirty rom-com, highlighting how each book has its own unique development process and timeline. • Writing a trilogy requires understanding character arcs across multiple books while maintaining flexibility • Fantasy and romance have different requirements but both benefit from character-driven storytelling • Shamiz wrote her entire fantasy trilogy while her rom-com was still being developed • Publ...

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50:49

Coffee-Fueled Confessions of romance author Rebecca...

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2025/10/08

Romance author Rebecca Wrights shares her journey from accidental writer to successful indie publisher, discussing how her viral marketing strategy led to rapid growth and meaningful reader connections. She writes "real and raw" romance novels featuring flawed characters dealing with authentic issues while maintaining a refreshing approach to self-publishing that prioritizes joy over pressure. BIO: Rebecca Wrights is a Charleston-based romance author writing stories about swoon-worthy men an...

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33:31

Finding Your Genre Is Like Coming Home to Yourself...

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2025/10/03

Amanda Casile shares her journey writing a woodsy grief horror novel called "Broken Trail" about a mother fighting to protect her daughters from malevolent spirits in the wilderness of British Columbia. Her story reveals how finding the right genre transformed her writing process, completing her first horror manuscript in just two months after struggling with a fantasy novel for over a decade. Book Blurb: After criminal psychologist Clara's divorce shatters her family, she retreats into...

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41:22

Chess Moves: Political Intrigue in Fiction with Mary...

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2025/10/01

Author Mary A. Odekunle joins us to discuss her debut novel "The Eight Pawn," a political intrigue and strategy-focused book that offers readers an alternative to romance-dominated fiction. We explore Mary's writing journey from childhood journaling to published author, revealing how she developed her chess-inspired series about a young man navigating political machinations to gain power. • Started writing through journaling, which helped develop skills in conveying human emotions • Conceive...

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41:22

Building Worlds and Finding Character Voice with...

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2025/09/26

Whitney Welsh Gibbs shares her journey of creating the Steel Citadel series, a four-book fantasy romance about a princess who loses everything and embarks on a quest for revenge in a magical kingdom. Author Bio: Whitney Gibbs is a dedicated author with a passion for history and discovering new worlds. She was born and raised on the Central Coast of California where the sea air and heavy fog created a world of wonder for her ever-imaginative spirit. She holds a Master's Degree in Intell...

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45:22

Why It's Never Too Late to Chase Your Creative...

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2025/09/24

Debut author Libby Tanner shares her journey from writing fan fiction to landing a three-book deal with City Owl Press and reveals how she transformed her experience as a nanny in Italy into her upcoming novel "Better Than Gelato." Bio: Libby Tanner grew up in a small town in Northern California that would be charming in a novel, but felt suffocating as a teenager. Yes, she left as fast as she could, and yes, she misses it very much. In college Libby earned a degree in Communications. ...

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