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11-10-23
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"Maggie the Cat" Author, Julia Russo, Shares the Story Behind the Story 

Julia Russo, author of "Maggie the Cat Who Came Home for Christmas," talks with Draco and shares the story behind her lovely children's book.

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Introductions [0:00]
Julia Russo gives a synopsis of "Maggie the Cat" [1:15]
Julia talks the inspiration for her story [3:42]
Julia talks the book's illustrator, Grace Metzger-Forrest [10:50]
Julia previews her next book in the "Maggie the Cat" series [17:45]
Draco thanks Julia  / Conclusions from Janie [20:38]

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

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

Voice Magazine for Women:
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11-17-23
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How to Write a Short Story 

Janie and Allison discuss JCP's short story collections, and Allison gives some advice for how to craft a successful short story.

We are still accepting submissions for Steamy Creek: A Cozy Romance Anthology until the end of December. This romance short story collection will come out in time for Valentine's Day 2024!

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Janie and Allison discuss JCP's anthologies [0:00]
Introducing the topic of The Short Story [9:05]
The difference between a novel and a short story [12:00]
The "dos" of writing a short story [13:25]
The "don'ts" of writing a short story [17:28]
Conclusions [23:25]

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Check out our anthologies from our website below!
Jan-Carol Publishing, Inc.:
https://www.jancarolpublishing.com/

Voice Magazine for Women:
https://www.voicemagazineforwomen.com/

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11-03-23
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Previewing New Books for Black Friday 

Co-hosts Janie, Draco, and Allison discuss book recommendations of all genres that would make the perfect holiday gift for someone special.

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Introductions / Submissions for Steamy Creek: A Cozy Romance Anthology [0:00]
Snow Much Love: A Collection of Family Stories, by Donna Snow King [1:50]
The Breath of Darkness, by Darrell Simcox [3:45]
Sad Eyes: Book 1, by Dan Perkins [6:00]
The Green Knight, by Anna Sobol [8:25]
Boundaries, by Justin Shepherd [10:25]
The Very Contrary Fairy, by Julia Hurley [12:40]
Holiday Specials on JCP's Website [15:50]
Conclusions [17:30]

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To find the books mentioned in this episode, keep checking our website below for pre-orders.
Jan-Carol Publishing, Inc.:
https://www.jancarolpublishing.com/

Voice Magazine for Women:
https://www.voicemagazineforwomen.com/

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10-27-23
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Appalachian Book Publisher Shares Her Story 

Business owner, Janie C. Jessee, shares the inside story of her company's history in starting and publishing a local women's monthly magazine. In addition, she shares the disappointments and the accomplishments in achieving success in magazine and book publishing. She offers suggestions on how to find a book publisher that is right for you and your book!

Leave a review and ask for her book, Woman to Woman, to be mailed to you for free.

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Introductions [0:00]
History of Voice Magazine for Women [1:00]
Background on Jan-Carol Publishing, Inc. [10:50]
Sharing Disappointments As a Business Owner [14:10]
Sharing the Joys of Publishing [20:45]
Reading from "Woman to Woman - If you own it, claim it! Success!" [24:10]
Suggestions for How to Find the Right Publisher for You [26:40]
Conclusions [30:45]

Important Links
Voice Magazine for Women:
https://www.voicemagazineforwomen.com/

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

Woman to Woman - If you own, claim it! Success!
https://jancarolpublishing.square.site/s/order?shipping=true&item=73

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10-20-23
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Let's Talk Editing! 

Allison, Jan-Carol Publishing's in-house editor, shares her career choice as an editor and tips for manuscript editing. Jan-Carol Publishing's owner, Janie Jessee, shares the importance of having manuscripts edited before submitting them to a book publisher.

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Introductions [0:00]
Allison talks her experience with editing as a career [1:11]
Janie talks her perspective on editing and the importance of it [8:55]
Conclusions [19:00]

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

Woman to Woman - If you own, claim it! Success!
https://jancarolpublishing.square.site/s/order?shipping=true&item=73

Alfresco Lifestyles:
http://www.alfrescolifestyles.com/

Barter Theatre:
https://bartertheatre.com/

Abingdon, VA:
https://visitabingdonvirginia.com/

Virginia Highlands Festival:
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Interview with Author Jessica Brimer

Enjoy a personal interview with East Tennessean author Jessica Brimer. She talks about her current Messy Bookshop Mysteries series and her short story, "Over Hill Cottage," in the Jan-Carol Publishing's anthology, These Haunted Hills: Book 5.

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Bookmarked, Season 1
Introductions

Jan-Carol Publishing, a small book publisher located in Northeast Tennessee and Southwest Virginia, brings their first podcast to the listeners with an introduction to the company and their team players behind the scenes.

Interviews of two team members share the stories of working for a small book publisher. JCP introduces a collection of short stories just in time for October "spooky reading," These Haunted Hills.  An introduction to the book blog with tips and suggestions for bookish people.

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