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Where Emotion and Information are Dispensed Inconsistently... Sometimes
You'll find some interesting stuff here...
a few Op Eds, some Writing Craft Information, Book Reviews, and More. Poke around the categories and see what ruffles your feathers... in a good way!



Indie Reads Aloud with Bill Shaul and "Consuming Revenge"
Indie Reads Aloud Radio Episode # 291 Consuming Revenge Written by William Shaul This Christian mystery/romance novel tells the story of an elite police unit responsible for providing secure transportation of prisoners and other ‘at risk’ individuals to and from various locations. The leader of this unit is the revenge target of an unknown person. With the help of his new romantic interest, he hopes to unravel this plot before he becomes the victim of Consuming Revenge .
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Inside The Indie Author: A Conversation with TK Cassidy
Have you ever considered writing under a pseudonym, and why or why not? Yes. At the present, I’m nurturing a story that is so far removed from what I’m known for that I don’t want to put off anyone who might be turned off from seeing my humorous novels or romances. What is your “go-to” method for working through or around writer’s block? I rarely experience this phenomenon, but when I do, I quilt. When I run into a snag I need to think out, I do anything that will keep my han
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Indie Reads Aloud with Maisie Franklin and "Board To Death"
Indie Reads Aloud Radio Episode # 290 Board To Death Book One of The Hy & Drye Mystery Series Written by Maisie Franklin Listener Advisory: Language Getting old doesn’t have to be boring—especially when murder’s on the itinerary. Hy Reynolds has always been a good listener… whether he should be or not. Eugenia Drye is a widow, and there is very “widow” she doesn’t know about her neighbors. When their intrepid nosiness prompts their exasperated families to mention the “H wor
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Indie Reads Aloud with Maisie Franklin and "The Augur's Assassin"
Indie Reads Aloud Radio Episode # 289 The Augur's Assassin A Read Between The Vines Mystery Written by Maisie Franklin Murder wasn’t in the cards for Zoe Romano… until it was. Zoe Romano gave up front-page crime for fine wine, trading the chaos of New York City for the quiet charm of Mystic, Connecticut. Now, she runs Read Between the Vines, a cozy bookshop-slash-wine bar where the biggest scandal is usually who finished the last bottle of merlot. That is, until the town ps
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Inside The Indie Author with Magnolia Xen
Have you ever considered writing under a pseudonym, and why or why not? Yes, I write under my pseudonym. I am an accountant and don’t want my clients connecting my spicy shifter romance writing with how I handle their money. I’m starting to slowly transition from being a full-time accountant to a full-time author, but I think I will continue to write under my pseudonym. What is your “go-to” method for working through or around writer’s block? I’m a panster, so for this reas
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Indie Reads Aloud with Jean Davis and "One Shot At The Sphinx"
Indie Reads Aloud Radio Episode #288 One Shot At The Sphinx Book 0 of the Narvan Series Written by Jean Davis LISTENER ADVISORY: Violence; Mature Situations The enemy of her enemy might be just the tool Anastassia Kazan needs to remove the Jalvian invaders from the Verian space station she calls home. Working out a treaty between the Jalvians and the Verian people is the highlight of Anastassia's military career. Just when station life seems to be settling into a tolerable ac
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Lost On A Page: The Inciting Incident by David E. Sharp
As reading experiences go, this one was magnificent! Lost On A Page: The Inciting Incident by David E. Sharp is by far one of the most innovative, surprising, intelligent, and playful books I've read in a very long time. Imagine a moment when characters in a novel (or several) discover their origins. They become sentient, fully aware of who they are, their story purpose, and exactly how they were created. All of which means, they know about their authors and the divisions
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Seven Little Raindrops by Bill Shaul
In this delightful story written for the pre-K to second grade reader, seven little raindrops answer the timeless question, "What do you want to be when you grow up?" This story is quaint, cute, and has fantastic illustrations drawn by Peggy Shaul. The thing that sets it apart from other books that might pose this same question, is that each raindrop asked returns with an answer that isn't just about dreams for themselves, but also how they might contribute to the community
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Journal of an Outlaw by Mick McArt
I discovered Mic McArt about two years ago, at an event in Midland, Michigan. My delay in reading has nothing to do with the caliber of his writing. When it comes to books, I tend to buy at a rate that far outmatches my pace at reading. I found Mick to be a wonderful person, filled with enthusiasm and passion for his work. After hearing a bit about his books (this is the first in a series) I felt compelled to purchase it. I'm happy I did! Journal of an Outlaw pokes fun at
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Indie Reads Aloud with R. Roy and "Save Them"
Indie Reads Aloud Radio Episode # 287 Save Them Written by R. Roy LISTENER ADVISORY: Strong Language, Mature Situations, Violence A cruise to Antarctica turns deadly when a crew member is murdered, revealing a sinister plot to control the riches at the bottom of the world, and the power that comes with it. A group of strangers must uncover who is willing to destroy a continent for money and power. A fierce battle for the planet is brewing. The entire human race is at stake.
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Indie Reads Aloud with Craig Matthews and "Inverted"
Indie Reads Aloud Radio Episode #286 Inverted Book Two of The What The Eye Beholds Series Written by Craig Matthews LISTENER ADVISORY: Violence, Mature Situations Inverted. Surviving The Upside-down World. Up is down. Back is forward. Last is first. Weak is strong. Twenty-five years after surviving the collision of worlds in Charity's Fire, the next generation has been trained to lead the underground. Then, the eldest runs away to Mars to escape the demands of leadership, a
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Infused With Energy, The Words Flow Easily
February 2026 A few nights ago, I spent two hours writing with an amazing group of people, the Creative Slingers of Ink . Every Monday night, we meet in the Zoom Room and support each other through creating the words that need to find a home on our pages. I know I've written in other blog posts about the tremendous energy that flows when authors meet to write in community... and I was again reminded about the amazingness found - even via Zoom - when creative souls spend tim
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Indie Reads Aloud with Mandy Jo and "Where The Heart Begins"
Indie Reads Aloud Radio Episode # 285 Where The Heart Begins Written by Mandy Jo AJ Walker has built a life around balance and responsibility, raising twelve-year-old twin boys while managing her work from home and maintaining a friendly relationship with her ex-husband. Her days are full, her plans carefully drawn, and her heart safely guarded. Until she joins a local walking group and everything begins to change. What starts as a simple way to get healthier becomes a path
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Indie Reads Aloud with Christine Devane and "Lola & Sophie's ABC Adventure"
Indie Reads Aloud Radio Episode # 284 Lola & Sophie's ABC Adventure Written by Christine Devane Woof, woof-let's go! Meet Lola and Sophie, two adorable pups who are ready to take your little one on a joyful ABC adventure. From barking and belly rubs to jumping, snuggling, wagging tails, and catching ZZZZs, each page introduces a new letter through playful doggy antics and sweet opposite pairs that delight early readers. Inspired by two real-life dogs-Lola, a glamorous chihu
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Indie Reads Aloud with Josephine Jordin and "Ready For A Storm"
Indie Reads Aloud Radio Episode # 283 Ready For A Storm Book One of the Storm Series Written by Josephine Jordin LISTENER ADVISORY: Violence, Mature Situations A new sweet and spicy romance sprinkled with suspense! Ava Ellis, a glamorous, former A-list actress is trying to rebuild her career when a shadowy threat forces her into hiding – and under heavy protection. Her high-profile brother calls in a favor and hires a trio of elite operatives to keep her safe. Leading them
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