Book Gang

By: Amy Allen Clark
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  • Are you looking for your next book recommendation? This book podcast celebrates debuts, backlist, and under-the-radar book selections. Expand your book stack with these recommendations and look at the book industry behind the scenes with Amy Allen Clark (MomAdvice.com). She shares the microphone with her favorite writers and bookstagrammers to help you have your best reading year ever.
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  • Your Gateway to Literary Fiction Books

    Your Gateway to Literary Fiction Books
    Nov 15 2024
    Dive into the world of literary fiction books with Tina from Book Talk, etc. Discover her top 5 book recommendations for readers and why she loves the genre.I'm so excited to launch our new All-Star Book Influencer series with our first guest, Tina from Book Talk, etc., who joins the show to offer our listeners her top recommendations for the best literary fiction novels.What Can You Expect From the All-Star Book Influencer Series?The All-Star Book Influencers Series will spotlight conversations with influential figures in the book world, from bookstagrammers and booktubers to podcast hosts and reading community leaders. Each of our upcoming guests has chosen their dream topic to discuss on our show.Here's what you can come to expect in the months ahead:Diverse Perspectives: Each guest will bring their unique take on reading, from curating lists that challenge our norms to reviving under-the-radar titles that deserve a second glance.Fresh Recommendations: We'll cover everything from contemporary must-reads to cozy classics, ensuring our conversations remain as varied and engaging as your tastes.Actionable Inspiration: Get ready for book talk that goes beyond the pages—these episodes will help you consider why you read what you do and how to open new pathways to reading more, reading diversely, and making your reading life more intentional.Today, we define what we think makes a great literary fiction book, whether novels need satisfying endings to be favorites, and share Tina's top five recommendations for beginning a literary fiction reading journey.We also discover more of her behind-the-scenes content creation process, including her experiences in the podcasting world, her transition to BookTube, and what she has learned about the importance of authenticity in content creation.BONUS BOOK LIST: Don't miss this week's bonus book list featuring 15 literary fiction titles perfect for escaping this reading season. This curated list includes both Tina's favorites and mine to kickstart your new reading journey.Meet TinaTina Books is a bookish content creator and book podcaster. She is a self-proclaimed book pusher with a passion for new releases who focuses on mystery/thriller, literary fiction, horror, contemporary fiction, and memoir. Tina cohosts Book Talk, etc., a weekly book recommendation podcast. She can be found on Instagram and TikTok at TBR, etc. She is also finding her way on Booktube, also at TBR, etc. Mentioned in this episode:NEW BONUS BOOK LIST: 15 Literary Fiction Books For Character-Driven AdventuresJoin the November Book Club Chat (This is How it Always Is by Laurie Frankel)Book Talk, etc. PodcastEvenityThe Nonfiction November Challenge You NeedNotionA Little Life by Hanya YanagiharaA24 FilmsDemon Copperhead by Barbara KingsolverThe Safekeep by Yael Van Der WoudenIn Memoriam by Alice WinnThe Facemaker by Lindsey FitzharrisThe Nickel Boys by Colson WhiteheadThe Nickel Boys movieKanopyNever Let Me Go by Kazuo IshiguroNotes on an Execution by Danya Kukafka30 Fictional Serial Killer Books to Read NowThe Enchanted by Rene DenfeldThe Child Finder by Rene DenfeldAmy's Interview with Rene DenfeldBookshop.org pays a 10% commission on every sale and matches 10% to independent bookstores!Connect With Us:Join the Book Gang PatreonConnect with Tina on the Book Talk, etc. Podcast, Instagram, Tiktok, and YouTubeConnect with Amy on Instagram, TikTok, or MomAdviceGet My Happy List NewsletterGet the Daily Kindle Deals NewsletterBuy Me a Coffee (for a one-time donation)
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    41 mins
  • Redefining the Missing Girl Narrative With Emiko Jean

    Redefining the Missing Girl Narrative With Emiko Jean
    Nov 1 2024
    In this episode, Emiko Jean discusses flipping the script on the traditional missing girl narrative in her new police procedural, The Return of Ellie Black.This week, we’re joined by New York Times bestselling author Emiko Jean to discuss her latest police procedural novel, The Return of Ellie Black.In today’s episode, Emiko offers a behind-the-scenes look at her writing process for The Return of Ellie Black, including the extensive research involved in portraying true crime elements and what missing girl narratives have been missing from their portrayals. She also opens up about the emotional challenges of writing certain scenes through the darker aspects of this thriller.Don’t miss this week’s bonus book list, where we offer 23 atmospheric books perfect for your fall book stack. This list includes cozy fantasy, moody thrillers, and magical realism.Patrons can join us for a bonus spoiler-filled conversation with Emiko Jean, where we discuss the surprising plot twists in The Return of Ellie Black ending, and her plans for the upcoming Detective Chelsea Calhoun series.Meet Emiko JeanEmiko Jean is a New York Times bestselling author of adult and young adult fiction. Her books have been published in over 30 languages and have been featured by Good Morning America as a GMA Book Club pick and by Reese Witherspoon as a YA Book Club pick. Her work has appeared in Marie Claire, Entertainment Weekly, Time, Cosmopolitan, Shondaland, and Bustle. She lives in Washington with her husband and two kids. Mentioned in this episode:NEW BONUS BOOK LIST: 24 Atmospheric Books to Get Lost InJoin the November Book Club Chat (This is How it Always Is by Laurie Frankel)The Return of Ellie Black by Emiko JeanUnder the Bridge Limited SeriesUnder the Bridge by Rebecca GodfreyWhat Happened to Nina by Dervla McTiernan Mika in Real Life by Emiko Jean Other books by Emiko Jean:Tokyo Dreaming by Emiko JeanTokyo Ever After by Emiko JeanEmpress of all Seasons by Emiko JeanWe’ll Never Be Apart by Emiko JeanBookshop.org pays a 10% commission on every sale and matches 10% to independent bookstores!Connect With Us:Join the Book Gang PatreonConnect with Emiko Jean on Instagram or her WebsiteConnect with Amy on Instagram, TikTok, or MomAdviceGet My Happy List NewsletterGet the Daily Kindle Deals NewsletterBuy Me a Coffee (for a one-time donation)
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    44 mins
  • How Braving a Literary Seminar Shaped The Lost Story (With Meg Shaffer)

    How Braving a Literary Seminar Shaped The Lost Story (With Meg Shaffer)
    Oct 18 2024
    Meg Shaffer takes us behind the scenes to the literary seminar with legendary writer Richard Russo, who helped her craft her cozy fantasy book, The Lost Story.Imposter syndrome is real and even our favorite authors experience it as they contemplate their next project. In this week's episode, we welcome back bestselling author Meg Shaffer to join us to discuss her latest cozy fantasy novel, The Lost Story, and the literary seminar with Richard Russo that guided this story and gave Meg the writing encouragement she always needed. Today, we discuss Meg's unique research methods, including how she used Fiverr to fact-check archery scenes and gain insights into the pressures of writing a second novel after the commercial success of The Wishing Game.Don’t miss this week’s bonus book list with 23 cozy fantasy books to read this autumn. This new book list includes upcoming titles, new releases, and, of course, those backlist book gems you have come to expect!Patrons can join us for a bonus spoiler-filled conversation with Meg Shaffer, where we discuss The Lost Story ending, her favorite moments in the book, and her top book recommendations from her spicy romance writing career for Harlequin!Meet Meg ShafferMeg Shaffer is the USA Today bestselling author of The Wishing Game, which was a Goodreads Choice Awards finalist, a Book of the Month finalist for Book of the Year, a #1 Barnes & Noble bestseller, and a Reader's Digest Best Book of the Year. Her second novel, The Lost Story, is an instant national bestseller and is available now from Ballantine.With an MFA in TV and Screenwriting from Stephens College, Shaffer lives in Kentucky with her husband and two cats—though the cats, unfortunately, aren't writers.Grab a digital copy of my 2024 Summer Reading Guide, featuring incredible novels like The Lost Story. All purchases support this year's programming. Mentioned in this episode:BONUS BOOK LIST: 23 Cozy Fantasy Books To Lower Your Stress LevelsJoin the October Book Club Chat (Severance by Ling Ma)The Lost Story by Meg ShafferThe Wishing Game by Meg ShafferThe Wishing Game Interview (Meg Shaffer's First Show)The House on the Cerulean Sea by T.J. KluneLord of the Flies by William GoldingChronicles of Narnia by C.S. LewisThe Most Fun We Ever Had by Claire LombardoThe Magic of Old Hollywood Books with Molly Fader EpisodeThe Neverending Story by Michael EndeJack Gibbons, Chopin PianistIt by Stephen KingBookshop.org pays a 10% commission on every sale and matches 10% to independent bookstores!Connect With Us:Join the Book Gang PatreonConnect with Meg Shaffer on Instagram or her WebsiteConnect with Amy on Instagram, TikTok, or MomAdviceGet My Happy List NewsletterGet the Daily Kindle Deals NewsletterBuy Me a Coffee (for a one-time donation)
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    46 mins

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