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Bookaholic | Author Interviews | Book Reviews | Book News

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 library with 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 local library, content creator, copywriter, and business owner. She has traveled extensively throughout the world because of the influence of books she’s read. Remember to subscribe to the podcast, follow us Instagram @truebookaholic. You can also email us at readingjunkie@book-a-holic.com. Don’t forget to support your local library and independent bookstores. The Bookaholics Podcast ”For those who can’t get enough of that bookish stuff.”

Episodes

June 6, 2025 27 mins

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 involv...

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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 inju...

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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...

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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 mu...

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In this episode of the Bookaholic Podcast, Sabrina Baeta discusses the recent report by PEN America on the scope and impact of book bans in public K-12 schools for the 2023-2024 school year. The conversation covers the findings of the report, the specific content and themes most frequently targeted by bans, and the motivations behind these efforts. They also address the detrimental effects of these bans on students, including issue...

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In this episode of the Bookaholic Podcast, New York Times bestselling author JD Barker joins the host to discuss his extensive career in writing thrillers and horror novels, including his collaborations with James Patterson. Barker shares insights into his diverse readership and strategic marketing approaches. He delves into the inspiration behind his upcoming book, 'Something I Keep Upstairs,' a chilling tale set in a haunted hous...

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In this captivating episode of the Bookaholic Podcast, Teri Brown returns for her fourth appearance to discuss her latest work, '10 Little Rules for a Double Butted Adventure.' Terry, previously known for her novels set in Ukraine, World War II, and the Green Mountain Gap, shifts gears to nonfiction, sharing the inspirational story of her and her husband Bruce's 3,102-mile tandem bicycle journey across the United States. Originally...

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In this episode of the Bookaholic Podcast, Deirdre interviews debut author Julie Strong about her new historical fiction novel, 'The Tudor Prophecy'. Julie shares her motivations for writing, the inspiration behind her choice of the tumultuous Reformation period under Henry VIII, and the creation of her characters. They discuss the novel’s plot, focusing on the struggles and resilience of the protagonists, and hints are given about...

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In this insightful episode of the Bookaholic Podcast, we sit down with Khadijah Quadri, the author of 'Indigen, Journeys of a Wounded Healer'. As a spiritual and multicultural guide for psychotherapists and healers, Khadijah shares her unique journey from obtaining a bachelor's degree in business finance in Nigeria to becoming a therapist in the United States, with over 20 years of experience. She delves into her childhood experien...

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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...

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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 ...

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Purchase Captains Wanted - https://amzn.to/4h0UCIq 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 unloc...

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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 the opioid epidemic—an all-too-familiar nightmare. Twent...

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🎥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 resilience. 💪💰SUPPORT MY CH...

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*Purchase You're Not Done Yet: Parenting Young Adults in An Age of Uncertaintly here - https://amzn.to/4fqCAP2 *Check out my Empty Nester Journal - https://stan.store/Bookaholic/bookaholic_funnel_432029 *Bookaholic bookstore. https://bookshop.org/shop/truebookaholic Times were already tough for young adults looking for ways to start living independent lives after high school and college: rents were up, wages were down, student loan...

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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. CONNECT WITH BOOKAHOLIC // INSTAGRAM: @truebookaholic // FACEBOOK: @truebookaholic // PINTEREST: @truebookaholic https://www.pinterest.ph/TrueBookaholic/ // TIKTOK: @truebookaholic // X: @truebookaholic1 // LINKEDIN: D...

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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 Am...

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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 ethical topics, inclu...

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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 ...

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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 symptoms to livin...

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