Rhett Butler was stricken from the family Bible at age twenty and cast off without a penny, only to emerge as a well-traveled and highly successful gambler. How might his turbulent youth have influenced his choices and psychology later in life?(Enjoy the picture of young Clark Gable with some puppies.)

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On this episode the Longbox Guys discuss the comic book history of Alpha Flight's Snowbird.  Thanks for listening.

There are only 3 days until NaNoWriMo begins! If you're scrambling like we are, we've got a tool that might help: MAD LIBS! All joking aside - in today's episode, your hosts Kristina and Liz realize the silly outlining mad lib they created is shockingly useful, and might have just helped them stumble upon Liz's next great American novel concept. Try the madlib for yourself here: https://www.instagram.com/p/DQZ40mEEgE9/?igsh=MXdkZmI1cmlkMnJvYg== Send us a text Support the show Enjoy the s...

Send us a text Welcome to Book Club After Dark, hosted by Dani and Michelle. In this episode, we dive into 'Lights Out,' the first book in the 'Into Darkness' series by Navessa Allen. We also introduce our drink of the episode, 'The Morally Black,' and share our personal ratings and perspectives. This podcast contains mature themes, explicit language, and spoilers, so listener discretion is advised. Don't forget to subscribe. Happy reading, night owls! 00:00 Welcome to the Book Club After Dar...

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...

In a world where self-worth is often tied to external approval, how can we guide today's youth to look within? We sit down with author Astrid Hoffmann to discuss her book of children's stories, “The Sky Is The Limit.” Astrid shares her inspiration for using allegories and diverse animal characters to address the unique challenges children face today. This collection of six short tales is designed to help children draw from their own power and help parents instigate conversations that l...

Send us a text On this week’s episode of The Book Fix, Yajaira and Cheli say goodbye to spooky season with their final round of Reddit Paranormal stories. The episode starts with a hilarious tangent about Unfriended before diving into eerie tales—a woman who claims angels visit her nightly, a couple haunted by strange noises and choking sensations in their old house, and a mimic that perfectly imitates family voices. Between the chills, the hosts open up about their own creepy experiences—dis...

Courtney and Jennifer listen to Lavonnia Moore’s story about being targeted by the “Alliance for Faith and Family” over allowing volunteers to include a children’s book about Trans visibility in a library display.The Alliance for Faith and Family is a small off-shoot of the hate group Moms for Liberty, which has been labelled an “extremist” organization connected to “hate groups” like the Proud Boys by civil-rights watchdog, Southern Poverty Law Center.One quick perusal of their website and it is

Send us a text This episode feels like what we've worked toward for the past few seasons. How can we have a library podcast and not do the pop culture juggernaut that was Twilight? Twilight by Stephenie Meyer (yep she spells Stephanie that way) follows Isabella "Bella" Swan on her move from sunny and warm Phoenix, AZ to the cold, rainy and wet Forks, WA. She stands out as the new girl. But it's not just corny 17-year-olds boys paying Bella special attention. She's also caught the eye of possi...

Join me as I welcome back author Ilana Long to talk about her newest romance 'Pickle Perfect.' Tune in to hear Ilana and I chat about how being a single mom can affect self-care, being ready for a reset after your world spins out of control, and juggling responsibilities with wanting something just for yourself.

If you've watched Slow Horses on Apple+ TV, you have enjoyed Mick Herron's story telling. He is the 2025 Diamond Dagger recipient, and in this episode, Brook and Sarah discuss his impact on the mystery genre.Discussed and mentionedDown Cemetery Road (2003) Mick HerronSlow Horses (2010) Mick HerronDead Lions (2013) Mick HerronFor more informationInstagram: @cluedinmysteryContact us: hello@cluedinmystery.comMusic: Signs To Nowhere by Shane Ivers – www.silvermansound.comSign up for our newsletter:

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Listen Ad Free https://www.solgoodmedia.com - Listen to hundreds of audiobooks, thousands of short stories, and ambient sounds all ad free! Welcome to Jane Austen Daily, your go-to podcast for daily chapters from the beloved works of Jane Austen, including "The Watsons," "Sense and Sensibility," "Pride and Prejudice," "Persuasion," "Northanger Abbey," "Mansfield Park," "Love and Friendship," "Lesley Castle - Dramatic Reading," "Lady Susan," "Jane Austen's Juvenilia," and "Emma." Dive into the

Chris is joined by Bryan A. Garner: grammarian, lexicographer, and author of The Etcher: The Life and Art of Oskar Stoessel. They discuss Stoessel’s life and work, how he managed to etch portraits of FDR and eight Supreme Court justices, and what compelled Bryan to write about him. They also talk about Bryan’s recent defense of originalism against a strange new critique, his career as a grammarian, and the origins of his collaboration with Justice Scalia. Show notes: Bryan’s new book, The Etcher:

Revenge is a dish best served... with lots of collateral damage...Andrea's dead, but true haters take revenge from beyond the grave. He enlists the spirit of Revenge to kill his murderer, the Portuguese Prince Balthazar. This leads to Andrea's girlfriend falling in love with another man, that man getting murdered, that man's father murdering the murderers, and... so much other stuff... The origin of the revenge tragedy. Without The Spanish Tragedy, there would be no Hamlet. Does the genre

Welcome back for part 2 of Getting It by Allison Moon! In this half, we talk about consent, how we each would prefer to have hard conversations, vulnerability, a touch of shame, and a tangent about self-trust and confidence. Plus, Olivia tries out the hard conversation formula and breaks up with Lauren and Michelle. Kidding! (maybe..) Give it a listen and let us know what you think! Note: The audio quality struggles in segments of this episode. We are working to make changes ...

Sack up and get ready to Donald Duck it because we are gonna take you on a trek through the film adaptation of Stephen King's The Long Walk. Find out what was changed, how the themes of the film differ from those of the novel, and how the movie stacks up to the book.

When the earth splits open under a moonlit desert sky, survival becomes more than a test of will—it becomes a nightmare. Join Carter and his research crew deep in the Sonoran wilderness as their expedition turns from scientific to supernatural. An earthquake, a missing teammate, and an unspeakable creature lurking beneath the sand. This is one trip they’ll never forget. Featuring a full cast of voice actors, Desert Dwellers combines immersive sound design, atmospheric storytelling, and unrele...

In this podcast interview Megan welcomes award-winning author Lindy Ryan to talk about her new books, Bless Your Heart and Another Fine Mess, available now. She talks about how growing up in the south influenced her book setting and characters. Links to find the author and titles discussed in this episode: Cantina Book Club Book Review: https://cantinabookclub.com/review/another-fine-mess-by-lindy-ryan/ Website: https://www.lindyryanwrites.com/ Instagram: