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8-08-25
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Reading "Some Jeeps" by Jon Arnold, Plus New Submission Opportunities for "Tapestry Journal" 

This week, Allison and Draco read a new children's book, Some Jeeps, by Jon Arnold. Plus, they announce some brand-new submission opportunities for Tapestry Journal's upcoming September issue. 

Check out Some Jeeps at the link below! 

To see the full list of Tapestry Journal's submission opportunities and guidelines, visit https://jancarolpublishing.square.site/tapestry-journal-indie-publishing

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Janie's introduction [0:00]

Some information about author Jon Arnold [1:02]

A reading of "Some Jeeps" [4:11]

New submission opportunities for "Tapestry Journal" [6:44]

Conclusions with Janie [15:16]

Important Links
Pre-order "Some Jeeps" below:

https://jancarolpublishing.square.site/s/order?shipping=true&item=VXW4WCFGWQYIWIQWHRC7UD6C#15

Jan-Carol Publishing, Inc.:

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8-01-25
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Interview with Jessica Brimer, Author of "Messy Bookshop Mysteries"

This week, Allison interviews a returning guest, mystery author Jessica Brimer. Jessica is behind the best-selling series Messy Bookshop Mysteries, and she has also been featured in several installments of Jan-Carol Publishing's Halloween anthology, These Haunted Hills. 

Check out Jessica's mystery novels at the links below, as well as last year's These Haunted Hills. 

Instagram: @jbrimer

Facebook: Jessica Brimer Author

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Janie's introduction [0:00]

What does Jessica love about the mystery genre? [1:12]

Does Jessica have any advice for other mystery writers? [4:02]

What is Jessica's series, "Messy Bookshop Mysteries," about? [6:33]

What's next for Jessica? [9:00]

What's Jessica's story in this year's "These Haunted Hills" about? [10:47]

Jessica talks writing short stories vs. writing novels [12:44]

Where can fans find Jessica online? [17:22]

Conclusions with Janie [19:08]

Important Links
Check out Jessica's "Messy Bookshop Mysteries" below:

https://www.amazon.com/stores/author/B098HD6M38?ccs_id=8cf83b43-f5b4-4d1f-9404-44d031e63ba2

"These Haunted Hills: Book 6":

https://jancarolpublishing.square.site/s/order?shipping=true&item=241#7

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7-25-25
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Interview with George Bove, Author of "The Little Orange T" and "Rocky's Top Tennessee Wish"

This week, Draco interviews children's book author George Bove about his series, The Little Orange T, as well as his upcoming release, Rocky's Top Tennessee Wish. 

Check out George's first two books at the links below, and keep your eyes open for his upcoming book, Rocky's Top Tennessee Wish. It will become available to pre-order soon! 

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Janie's introduction [0:00]

George talks about his "Little Orange T" book series [1:08]

George talks about his upcoming release, "Rocky's Top Tennessee Wish" [4:14]

What inspired George to be a children's book author? [6:47]

How has George's perspective on writing changed over time? [8:51]

What is most challenging about being an author? [12:17]

George's marketing advice for other authors [15:35]

What's next for George? [22:53]

Conclusions with Janie [28:46]

Important Links
"The Little Orange T":

https://www.amazon.com/Little-Orange-T-George-Bove/dp/1631775367

"The little orange t's Great Tennessee Adventure":

https://www.amazon.com/little-orange-Great-Tennessee-Adventure/dp/195497874X/ref=sr_1_1?dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.O_Q3NQ7lR6Q9oMGib5npdZY23ZUXl0WQ1RLNAhVLh4cdtxRIWJ0DbM-Zypx7zcRuH8NdFQERi8QmBEyUz-h7M5EqKOVgbst7_YHDb5XmqUk.nS5vkA2ohnHvC22a4yvWiEnUo4xBsS25SrYiTXFc_FI&dib_tag=se&qid=1753457131&refinements=p_27%3AGeorge+Bove&s=books&sr=1-1&text=George+Bove

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7-18-25
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Announcing "Tapestry Journal," Our New Literary Magazine!

This week, we are talking all about our new literary magazine, Tapestry Journal: Indie Publishing. We are so excited to finally give some details about our upcoming project! The first issue will come out in September, and there are lots of submission opportunities for writers. 

For now, send any submissions you have to [email protected], and if you have questions about how you can get involved with the new magazine, you can contact [email protected].

We are so excited about this new magazine and hope everyone will continue to support us on this new adventure! 

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Janie's introduction [0:00]

Announcing "Tapestry Journal: Indie Publishing" [0:56]

Our mission statement [3:01]

Submission guidelines for short fiction [3:47]

Submission guidelines for poetry [8:15]

Sponsorship/advertising opportunities [10:40]

Conclusions with Janie [13:58]

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

Voice Magazine for Women:
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7-11-25
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Special Summerween Reading of "Trick-or-Treat, Noodle" by Monica Riley Kohler

This week, we have a special episode in honor of Summerween! 

Allison and Draco read Trick-or-Treat, Noodle, a children's book by Monica Riley Kohler and illustrated by Deborah Riley Bocklage. Monica and Deborah are a niece and aunt duo, and they've created two books together so far, with their third book releasing later this year. 

To find the link to Trick-or-Treat, Noodle, see below!

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Janie's introduction [0:00]

Discussion about the author, Monica, and illustrator, Deborah [1:13]

Previewing Monica's next book, "Time for Bed, Noodle" [4:48]

Special reading of "Trick-or-Treat, Noodle" [6:05]

Conclusions with Janie [10:51]

Important Links
"Trick-or-Treat, Noodle":
https://jancarolpublishing.square.site/s/order?shipping=true&item=132#11

Jan-Carol Publishing, Inc.:
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7-04-25
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Discussing Dr. Guy V. Briggs' Book, "Favorite Song Journeys: What Your Treasured Songs Can Do For You!"

This week, Allison and Draco discuss author Dr. Guy V. Briggs and his book, Favorite Song Journeys: What Your Treasured Songs Can Do For You!

You can order Dr. Briggs' book at the link below!

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Introductions with Janie [0:00]

What is "Favorite Song Journeys" about? [1:33]

Background info about Dr. Briggs [7:55]

Q&A with Dr. Briggs [10:42]

Conclusions [15:50]

Janie reminds listeners about some of JCP's new releases [18:04]

Important Links
"Favorite Song Journeys: What Your Treasured Songs Can Do For You!": 

https://www.amazon.com/Favorite-Song-Journeys-Treasured-Songs/dp/B0B93YXP9M

Jan-Carol Publishing, Inc.:

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6-27-25
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Interview with Jon Arnold, New Author of Children's Book "Some Jeeps" 

This week, Draco interviews brand-new author Jon Arnold. Jon's children's book, Some Jeeps, is an entertaining read that teaches kids all about Jeeps.

Jon's book is available to pre-order through his website, somejeeps.com. You can also follow Jon's journey on Instagram @somejeeps. 

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Janie's introduction [0:00]

Jon talks about what inspired his book, "Some Jeeps" [1:58]

Where does Jon's love of Jeeps come from? [3:53]

What do Jon's friends think of the book? [4:46]

Jon shares one of his Jeep adventures [5:56]

How does Jon feel being able to pass along this story to other families? [8:49]

Where can people connect with Jon online? [10:47]

Conclusions with Janie [14:24]

Important Links
Jan-Carol Publishing, Inc.:

https://www.jancarolpublishing.com/

Bookmarked, the blog:

https://jancarolpublishing.wixsite.com/bookmarked

Voice Magazine for Women:

https://www.voicemagazineforwomen.com/

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6-20-25
Bookmarked, Season 4
Special Reading of "Misty, The Lonely Mermaid" by JeanAnn Taylor

This week is a very special episode! Allison and Draco read Misty, The Lonely Mermaid, a chapter book from JeanAnn Taylor.

To find the link to this book and buy it for yourself, see below! This is a wonderful chapter book with beautiful illustrations about adolescence and friendship.

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Janie's introduction [0:00]
Special reading of "Misty, The Lonely Mermaid" by JeanAnn Taylor [0:56]
Discussing the author, JeanAnn Taylor [28:10]
Conclusions with Janie [31:03]

Important Links
"Misty, The Lonely Mermaid":
https://jancarolpublishing.square.site/s/order?shipping=true&item=54#5

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

Bookmarked, the blog:
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6-13-25
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Discussing New Book "Our Blood Runs Black" by Marsha Self and Rebecca White 

This week, Allison discusses the upcoming release Our Blood Runs Black by authors Marsha Sutherland Self and Rebecca Riner White. This book is a true story about the McClure #1 Mine Explosion.  

You can pre-order the book at the link below. 

Also, Marsha and Rebecca are having a "launch party" event on Saturday, June 21, from 1-3 p.m. at the Virginia Highlands Small Business Incubator. Be sure to go and support them! 

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Introductions with Janie [0:00]

What is "Our Blood Runs Black" about? [3:39]

Marsha and Rebecca's backgrounds/author bios [5:56]

Marsha and Rebecca's blog interview [7:52]

Launch party event for "Our Blood Runs Black" on June 21st [10:47]

Reminder about JCP's Christmas anthology, "Christmas All Year Long: An Anthology of Holly Jolly Tales" [12:24]

Conclusions with Janie [15:52]

Important Links
Pre-order "Our Blood Runs Black" here:

https://jancarolpublishing.square.site/s/order?shipping=true&item=281#15

Jan-Carol Publishing, Inc.:

https://www.jancarolpublishing.com/

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6-06-25
Bookmarked, Season 4
Interview with Kristen Johnson, Author of the "Valaraii Rising" Fantasy Trilogy 

This week, Allison interviews a returning guest, author Kristen Johnson. She's here to talk all about the second novel in her fantasy trilogy, Valaraii Rising, which is called The Lost. This book will become available to pre-order very soon, so stay tuned for more info! 

You can check out Kristen's first book in the series, The Forgotten, at the link below.

Kristen's Instagram: @valaraiirising

Kristen's TikTok: @kristen.johnson64

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Janie's introduction [0:00]

Kristen talks about what to expect from her second book, "The Lost" [0:53]

How did Kristen take on an entire trilogy? What was her writing process? [3:48]

How is Kristen feeling about herself as an author with this second book? [9:09]

Who is Kristen's favorite character to write? [12:09]

What does Kristen find most challenging about writing a fantasy series? [15:00]

Kristen previews her third book, "The Dead" [19:03]

Does Kristen plan on writing more books beyond the "Valaraii Rising Trilogy"? [21:35]

Conclusions with Janie [25:44]

Important Links
"The Forgotten: Valaraii Rising Trilogy":

https://www.amazon.com/dp/1962561348?ref=cm_sw_r_cso_cp_apin_dp_WEFS4GRQVYJ925JZWZXH&ref_=cm_sw_r_cso_cp_apin_dp_WEFS4GRQVYJ925JZWZXH&social_share=cm_sw_r_cso_cp_apin_dp_WEFS4GRQVYJ925JZWZXH&starsLeft=1&skipTwisterOG=1

Jan-Carol Publishing, Inc.:

https://www.jancarolpublishing.com/

Bookmarked, the blog:

https://jancarolpublishing.wixsite.com/bookmarked

Voice Magazine for Women:

https://www.voicemagazineforwomen.com/

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