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1-10-25
Bookmarked, Season 3
Discussing the Books of Donald Greco, Author of "The Ghost Hawk"

This week, Draco and Allison discuss the complete works of author Donald Greco, author of the Youngstown Quintet series and, most recently, The Ghost Hawk.

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Introductions [0:00]
"What Ever Happened to the Smooth-Tongued Cats?" [3:30]
"Abramo's Gift" [5:52]
"The Ghost Hawk" [7:36]
"Tommy the Quarterback" and the rest of the "Youngstown Quintet" [9:49]
Conclusions with Janie [15:34]

Important Links
"What Ever Happened to the Smooth-Tongued Cats?":
https://jancarolpublishing.square.site/s/order?shipping=true&item=119#5

"Abramo's Gift":
https://jancarolpublishing.square.site/s/order?shipping=true&item=230#14

"The Ghost Hawk":
https://jancarolpublishing.square.site/s/order?shipping=true&item=251#14

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https://www.jancarolpublishing.com/

Bookmarked, the blog:
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1-03-24
Bookmarked, Season 3
JCP's Publisher Gives Big Updates for 2025!

Happy New Year! This week, JCP's publisher Janie C. Jessee talks all about the company's accomplishments in 2024 as well as previews and looks ahead at what 2025 has in store, including the company starting a non-profit and a new, online literary magazine.

Please share this podcast with a friend and recommend us on social media!  

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Introductions / Discussing JCP's growing business model [0:00]
Janie talks diverse voices and stories [7:55]
Audiobook growth [9:45]
JCP's online bookstore [13:17]
Emerging international markets [14:03]
Looking ahead to 2025 [14:55]
JCP's 2025 goal with children's books / Starting a non-profit [19:28]
Conclusions / JCP's new, online literary magazine [25:28]

Important Links
Jan-Carol Publishing, Inc.:
https://www.jancarolpublishing.com/

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Voice Magazine for Women:
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12-27-24
Bookmarked, Season 3
Recap of New and Upcoming Releases! 

This week, we discuss some recent new releases, as well as preview a few books that are set to come out in early 2025!

It's been a wonderful 2024, and we thank everyone for supporting our podcast this year. We look forward to an exciting New Year! 

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Introductions [0:00]
"Snow Much Love: Book 2" by Donna Snow King [2:47]
"Flying High in the Sky: Letters from a Pan Am Stewardess" by Carol Ann Patterson Boyles-Jernigan [4:21]
"The Ghost Hawk" by Donald Greco [5:55]
"Under Watchful Eyes" by Daryll Simcox [7:46]
"Cabin in the Cove" by Bev Freeman [9:20]
"The Adventures of Louie" by G. S. Craft [10:30]
"The Adventures of Allie & Molly" by Patricia Hitchcock [11:39]
"The Tooth Fairy Has a Problem" by Neil Wollman, Kim Johanson, and Norma Nelson [12:46]
Conclusions [14:21]

Important Links
"Snow Much Love: Book 2":
 https://jancarolpublishing.square.site/s/order?shipping=true&item=263#14

"Flying High in the Sky: Letters from a Pan Am Stewardess":
https://jancarolpublishing.square.site/s/order?shipping=true&item=255#14

"The Ghost Hawk":
https://jancarolpublishing.square.site/s/order?shipping=true&item=251#14

 "Cabin in the Cove":
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"The Adventures of Louie":
https://jancarolpublishing.square.site/s/order?shipping=true&item=266#14

"The Adventures of Allie & Molly":
https://jancarolpublishing.square.site/s/order?shipping=true&item=265#14

Jan-Carol Publishing, Inc.:
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12-20-24
Bookmarked, Season 3
Recapping Bookmarked in 2024

This week, we recap the 2024 year and discuss some of our favorite podcast moments and episodes from the year. We have lots of great ideas planned for 2025, so stay tuned for more exciting content in the new year! 

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Introductions [0:00]
Draco's favorite podcast episodes [3:07]
Allison's favorite podcast episodes [8:45]
Reminder about upcoming anthology submission opportunities [15:19]
Previewing 2025 podcast content [16:22]
Conclusions with Janie [17:38]

Important Links
Jan-Carol Publishing, Inc.:
https://www.jancarolpublishing.com/

Bookmarked, the blog:
https://jancarolpublishing.wixsite.com/bookmarked

Voice Magazine for Women:
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12-13-24
Bookmarked, Season 3
Special Reading of "Maggie the Cat Who Came Home for Christmas"

This week is a very special episode! Allison and Draco read Julia Russo's chapter book, Maggie the Cat Who Came Home for Christmas, which is Jan-Carol Publishing's December "Book of the Month."
 
To find links to this book as well as Julia Russo's sequel, Maggie the Cat Loves Pip's Thanksgiving Surprise, see below! We are also currently offering a bundle of both books, which can be found below. 

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Janie's introduction [0:00]
About Julia Russo, the author [1:09]
Special reading of "Maggie the Cat Who Came Home for Christmas" [3:20]
Preview of the book's sequel, "Pip's Thanksgiving Surprise" [19:22]
Conclusions with Janie [20:47]

Important Links
"Maggie the Cat Who Came Home for Christmas":
https://jancarolpublishing.square.site/s/order?shipping=true&item=171#11

"Maggie the Cat Loves Pip's Thanksgiving Surprise":
https://jancarolpublishing.square.site/s/order?shipping=true&item=245#11

BUNDLE featuring both books:
https://jancarolpublishing.square.site/s/order?shipping=true&item=256#11

Jan-Carol Publishing, Inc.:
https://www.jancarolpublishing.com/

Bookmarked, the blog:
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Voice Magazine for Women:
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12-06-24
Bookmarked, Season 3
JCP's Anthologies and Brand New Author Calendar

This week, we discuss all of JCP's anthologies, which are short story collections featuring contributions by very talented authors and set within the backdrop of Appalachia. We also discuss our brand new 2025 author calendar, which is available to order now!

Links can be found below.

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Janie's introduction [0:00]
"Spring Anthology" Bundle [3:30]
"Steamy Creek: A Cozy Romance Anthology" [6:28]
"Snowy Trails: A Collection of Short Stories" [7:35]
"These Haunted Hills" Anthology Bundle [9:42]
Discussing our 2025 Author Calendar [11:44]
Conclusions [13:29]

Important Links
The "Spring Anthology" Bundle:
https://jancarolpublishing.square.site/s/order?shipping=true&item=198#7

"These Haunted Hills" Anthology Bundle:
https://jancarolpublishing.square.site/s/order?shipping=true&item=197#7

"Steamy Creek: A Cozy Romance Anthology":
https://jancarolpublishing.square.site/s/order?shipping=true&item=213#7

"Snowy Trails: A Collection of Short Stories":
https://jancarolpublishing.square.site/s/order?shipping=true&item=34#13

2025 Author Calendar:
https://jancarolpublishing.square.site/s/order?shipping=true&item=246#17

Jan-Carol Publishing, Inc.:
https://www.jancarolpublishing.com/

Bookmarked, the blog:
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11-29-24
Bookmarked, Season 3
Black Friday Deals and Bundles!

This week, we have a special Black Friday episode to share! Allison and Draco go through all of Jan-Carol Publishing’s Black Friday deals and bundles that will be available this weekend. 

You can find the link to all of the mentioned books and bundles below!

To send us your Amazon receipt to receive a free e-book, email [email protected].

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Janie's introduction [0:00]
Julia Russo’s “Maggie the Cat” Bundle [2:05]
“Seasons” by Raven Howell [4:34]
How to get a free e-book from Amazon [5:11]
“The Blue-Eyed Butterfly” by Sharon Suskin [6:20]
Kathleen M. Jacobs’ Bundle - “Honeysuckle Holiday,” “Marble Town,” and “Sophie & the Bookmobile” [8:39]
Previewing some of JCP’s new releases [12:18]
Conclusions [14:03]

Important Links
“Maggie the Cat” Bundle:
https://jancarolpublishing.square.site/s/order?shipping=true&item=256#11

“Seasons” by Raven Howell:
https://jancarolpublishing.square.site/s/order?shipping=true&item=153#14

“The Blue-Eyed Butterfly” by Sharon Suskin:
https://jancarolpublishing.square.site/s/order?shipping=true&item=234#11

Kathleen M. Jacobs’ Bundle:
https://jancarolpublishing.square.site/s/order?shipping=true&item=262#11

Jan-Carol Publishing, Inc.:
https://www.jancarolpublishing.com/

Bookmarked, the blog:
https://jancarolpublishing.wixsite.com/bookmarked

Voice Magazine for Women:
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11-22-24
Bookmarked, Season 3
Interview with Aubrie Abernethy about Her Inspirational Memoir, "Finding Peace in the Promise"

This week, enjoy our interview with new author Aubrie Abernethy as she discusses her memoir, Finding Peace in the Promise: A Memoir of Walking with Intention. 

You can find the link to Aubrie's book below! Be sure to catch Aubrie at the upcoming JCP authors book signing event on Sunday, Dec. 8th, at Grand Home Furnishings in Kingsport, Tennessee, from 2-4 p.m.
 
You can reach out to Aubrie at the following email: [email protected].

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Janie's introduction [0:00]
Aubrie talks about her book and the inspiration behind it [2:35]
What writing experience did Aubrie have prior to writing this book? [10:14]
Who is Aubrie hoping to reach with her memoir? [15:41]
What does Aubrie hope readers take away from reading her book? [18:48]
What do Aubrie's family and friends think about her book? [20:01]
Aubrie discusses her book's upcoming release [21:52]
What has been the most rewarding aspect of writing this memoir for Aubrie? [23:24]
What's next for Aubrie? [24:43]
Aubrie discusses her upcoming book signings [27:45]
How can readers reach out to Aubrie? [30:05]
Janie concludes the episode [33:42]

Important Links
"Finding Peace in the Promise: A Memoir of Walking with Intention":
https://jancarolpublishing.square.site/s/order?shipping=true&item=260#15

Jan-Carol Publishing, Inc.:
https://www.jancarolpublishing.com/

Bookmarked, the blog:
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Voice Magazine for Women:
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11-15-24
Bookmarked, Season 3
Interview with Amateur Radio Enthusiast Nick Tusa, Author of "Wes Schum: Amateur Radio's Unsung Hero"

This week, Draco interviews author Nick Tusa about his book, Wes Schum: Amateur Radio's Unsung Hero. 

You can find the link to Nick's book below! 

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Janie's introduction [0:00]
Nick talks all about his book, "Wes Schum: Amateur Radio's Unsung Hero" [1:53]
How did Wes Schum feel about the book? [4:57]
How has Wes's family reacted to the book? [8:56]
What are Nick's current hobbies in the world of radio? [11:40]
Is Nick able to mentor other radio enthusiasts? [14:07]
How can readers reach out to Nick? [20:50]
Janie concludes the episode [22:11]

Important Links
"Wes Schum: Amateur Radio's Unsung Hero":
https://jancarolpublishing.square.site/s/order?shipping=true&item=50#12

Jan-Carol Publishing, Inc.:
https://www.jancarolpublishing.com/

Bookmarked, the blog:
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Voice Magazine for Women:
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11-08-24
Bookmarked, Season 3
Let's Talk New Book Releases and Holiday Gift Ideas!

This week, Allison and Draco discuss some of Jan-Carol Publishing's exciting new releases, as well as books that would make for great holiday gifts! 

The links to all of these books can be found below. It's never too early to start your holiday shopping! 

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Janie's introduction [0:00]
"The Blue-Eyed Butterfly" by Sharon Suskin [3:08]
"Snooping Can Be Un-Merry" by Linda Hudson Hoagland [4:45]
"Cabin in the Cove" by Bev Freeman [6:05]
"Finding Peace in the Promise" by Aubrie Abernethy [7:34]
Previewing JCP's upcoming bundle with Kathleen M. Jacobs [9:00]
"Marble Town" by Kathleen M. Jacobs [10:20]
"Honeysuckle Holiday" by Kathleen M. Jacobs [11:22]
"Sophie & the Bookmobile" by Kathleen M. Jacobs [12:48]
Previewing Julia Russo's bundle [14:11]
"Maggie the Cat Loves Pip's Thanksgiving Surprise" by Julia Russo [14:40]
"Maggie the Cat Who Came Home for Christmas" by Julia Russo [15:57]
"The Lost Balloon" by Justin Shepherd [17:04]
"Daisy Diana Discovers: The Wonders of Weather" by Meaghan Thomas [18:22]
Check out our blog, Bookmarked [19:32]
Janie concludes the episode [21:50]

Important Links
"The Blue-Eyed Butterfly" by Sharon Suskin:
https://jancarolpublishing.square.site/s/order?shipping=true&item=234#11
 
"Snooping Can Be Un-Merry" by Linda Hudson Hoagland:
https://jancarolpublishing.square.site/s/order?shipping=true&item=253#14
 
"Cabin in the Cove" by Bev Freeman:
https://jancarolpublishing.square.site/s/order?shipping=true&item=259#14

"Finding Peace in the Promise" by Aubrie Abernethy:
https://jancarolpublishing.square.site/s/order?shipping=true&item=260#14
 
"Marble Town" by Kathleen M. Jacobs:
https://jancarolpublishing.square.site/s/order?shipping=true&item=125#13

"Honeysuckle Holiday" by Kathleen M. Jacobs:
https://jancarolpublishing.square.site/s/order?shipping=true&item=35#13
 
"Sophie & the Bookmobile" by Kathleen M. Jacobs:
https://jancarolpublishing.square.site/s/order?shipping=true&item=37#13
 
"Maggie the Cat" Bundle - Julia Russo:
https://jancarolpublishing.square.site/s/order?shipping=true&item=256#13

"The Lost Balloon" by Justin Shepherd:
https://jancarolpublishing.square.site/s/order?shipping=true&item=257#15

"Daisy Diana Discovers: The Wonders of Weather" by Meaghan Thomas:
https://jancarolpublishing.square.site/s/order?shipping=true&item=258#15

Jan-Carol Publishing, Inc.:
https://www.jancarolpublishing.com/

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