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In this episode of the Bookaholic Podcast, Dr. Paul Zeitz joins the conversation to discuss his journey from medical doctor to climate change activist. He shares his personal experiences with arrests during protests and the importance of nonviolent direct action. Drawing on the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King and other leaders, Dr. Zeitz introduces his book 'Revolutionary Optimism' and its seven steps for living as a love-centered activist. From addressing systemic oppression to fostering inter...

Start your day with inspiration and wisdom! 🌟 Best-selling author Rebecca Galli shares her remarkable journey through life’s toughest challenges, from losing a sibling to parenting special needs children and facing paralysis. In her book Morning Fuel, Rebecca offers daily readings filled with powerful stories, thought-provoking questions, and timeless quotes to set a positive tone for your day. 💡

Discover how Rebecca transformed her pain into purpose and why fueling up on positivity every morni...

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Dive into the world of Captains Wanted by Andres Schabelman, a captivating blend of magical realism and literary fiction inspired by personal experiences and indigenous ceremonial practices. This unique journey explores what happens when we embrace unexpected paths and redefine success and growth on our own terms. Follow along as the protagonist discovers a mystical book that unlocks untold possibilities, guiding readers through a surreal adven...

A Gripping Legal Thriller on the Opioid Crisis | Author Interview | Episode 119

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🎥Side Effects Are Minimal is a compelling legal thriller based on true events, exposing the corruption of the pharmaceutical industry and the devastating effects of the opioid crisis on families, doctors, and society.

When ambitious attorney Claire Hewitt takes on a high-stakes case for one of Philadelphia’s most influential families, she’s thrust into the dark underbelly of ...

Blueprints of Shades: Overcoming Dark Secrets Through Faith | Author Interview | Episode 118

🎥In this video, Patricia Monserrate, a speaker, licensed evangelist, and author of Blueprints of Shades, shares her powerful story of overcoming dark secrets and finding healing through faith. Inspired by her own experiences with sexual abuse and her conversations with women facing similar struggles, Patricia’s message empowers women to rebuild their lives and navigate life’s challenges with grace and r...

You Can't Stop Parenting Young Adults; They Need Your Guidance | Episode 117 | Author Interview

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Times were already tough for young adults looking for ways to start living independent lives after high school and college: rents were ...

Do You Choose Your Career Or Your Family and Health? | Episode 116 | Author Interview

Uncontrollable is an emotional rollercoaster that examines both what happens when the life we may be forced to live is not the life we planned to live, and the compromises we make to survive in the face of adversity.

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Book Bans Have Tripled in the Last Year! | Episode 115 | Book News

PEN America has uncovered a disturbing trend in our latest findings: more than 10,000 instances of book bans in U.S. public schools during the 2023-2024 school year, nearly tripling last year's number. These bans predominantly target stories about LGBTQ+ characters, people of color, and books addressing women's sexual experiences or sexual abuse. With this surge driven by new state laws and "parental rights" advocacy groups, PEN...

Gen X and Baby Boomer Talk About Fulfilling Your Dreams | Episode 114 | Author Interview

Karen Osborne is the author of four suspense novels: Reckonings (award-winning family saga/suspense), Tangled Lies (award-winning murder mystery), Getting It Right (recognized by Essence Magazine as a Best Read and featured in Poets & Writers), and True Grace (award-winning, historical fiction set in 1924 during the Harlem Renaissance).

Her novels and many short stories address a wide range of societal and...

Spicy Coming Of Age YA Romance | Episode 113 | Author Interview

These Perfectly Careless Things is Tash Doherty’s spicy, coming-of-age debut novel. Set in London in 2010, 15-year-old Abbie Chesterton is stuck in the antics of private school gossip and struggling to find herself. Until she meets Jonah Wood on the way to a house party. Also 15, Jonah is American and a bit strange. But his intellect charms her. As Jonah takes her on inspiring adventures around the city, Abbie finds the courage to ...

You're Not Depressed; You're Un-Fulfilled | Episode 112 | Author Interview

Have you ever looked at yourself in the mirror and sensed a part of you was missing? Are you no longer the fully whole, vibrant, and courageous person you once were?

Often it takes a fall to realize you were meant to soar high all along. Don’t accept emotional struggles as a life sentence.

In You Are Not Depressed. You Are Un-Finished, Dr. Mehran helps you analyze your emotions and your body and go from managing sympto...

Am I A Writer or Book Coach? Don't Make Me Choose. | Episode 111 | Author Interview

Amy L. Bernstein wrote her first short story in second grade. Ever since, writing has been the activity that brings Amy the most comfort, joy, and agony--often all at once. Amy L. Bernstein has done many "writerly" things over the years: journalism, speechwriting, and communications. She won some awards along the way. As she enters years of wisdom (read: growing older), she doubles down on taking creative risks ...

Summer Reading Wrap-Up 2024 | Book Reviews
Wooo! Here is my wrap-up for my Summer Reading for 2024. It was a great season.

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Not Confident? No Worries! Confidence Can Be Learned | Episode 110

Emily Jaenson was once too shy to order pizza over the phone!! Look at her now! She's an author, coach, and TED X speaker.

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Asian-American History For Young People | Episode 109

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Asian American history is not made up of one single story. It’s many. And it’s a story that too often goes untold.

It begins centuries before America even exists as a nation. It is connected to the histories of Western conquest and colonialism. It’s a story of migration; of people and familie...

How To Market Your Book with Practical Steps | Episode 108

Jenn Hanson-dePaula worked with every type of author - from New York Times best-selling authors to self-publishing authors starting from scratch helping them to market their books.

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Influencer Teen Lies About Age, Dates Married Man | Episode 107

Neveah is 15 years old. A schoolkid. With a secret life. She's a digital freelancer, and is having an affair with her biggest client. Giles is married. He thinks Neveah is twenty-two. She'll do just about anything to stop him from finding out her true age. But secrets have a way of spilling out. ...

Catherine Evans was born and brought up in Africa, living in tiny communities in the heart of the African bush. She worked in Durban,...

Memoir Chronicles Journey From Cornfields to a Microsoft Corner Office | Episode 106
Jane’s stories reflect her unconventional path from poverty to success, from
intervention by a gnarly nun, to financing college by selling used carpeting, to
establishing herself as a leading Microsoft executive and achieving millionaire status by
40, Jane's narrative is both moving and motivational.

But Worthy is more than just a tale of personal triumph. Seamlessly blending humor,
introspection, and a fiery s...

LOUDER THAN WORDS is an amazing collaboration that brings together two inspirational Black artists, New York Times bestselling author Ashley Woodfolk and actress Lexi Underwood, for a story about the transformative power of art as protest and its capacity to change the world.

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Discover the powerful journey of Debby Irving's 'Waking Up White: Finding Myself in the Story of Race,' a book that has transformed conversations about race and identity. Self-published in 2014, Irving's memoir-guide hybrid has sold over 275,000 copies and continues to resonate with reade...

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Explore the remarkable story of Rachel Carson, the pioneering environmentalist whose work ignited the global climate movement, in Ann E. Burg's new free verse novel, FORCE OF NATURE. This well-researched and timely book brings Carson's legacy to life for young readers, highlighting her co...

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Dive into the gripping world of Lisa Gardner's latest thriller, "Still See You Everywhere." Join us as we explore the harrowing journey of Frankie Elkin, an expert at finding missing persons, who takes ...

We will talk to Salah Bachir about his memoir, First To Leave The Party. It tells different stories of his life with ordinary people who happen to be famous.

Exciting News! 🎉Website gets a facelift and book giveaway! Bookaholic - Deirdre Pippins

We're thrilled to announce that our website just got a fabulous facelift! 🎉 Dive into a fresh new look and discover a world of literary delights waiting for you.

But that's not all! To celebrate this milestone, we're hosting a spectacular book giveaway featuring the enchanting masterpiece, "Bookaholic" by Deirdre Pippins! 📚🎁 Don't miss your chance to immerse yourself in this captivating tale that will sweep...