BOOKSTORM

BOOKSTORM

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BOOKSTORM episodes

  • Matthew Quirk (Inside Threat) is on the Radar!

    New York Times Bestselling author Matthew Quirk joins BOOKSTORM Podcast to discuss Inside Threat, his newest thriller! We go inside the world of the Secret Service -- intrigue, courage, betrayal, and dedication. What does it take to lay your life on the line for someone else? We talk about cynicism and how it can become a weapon for wrongdoers. Have you ever thought "everyone is crooked," "you can't fight city hall, so why try?" We sure have.  We discuss truth and lies ... and what happens when you discover what you've been fighting for is a lie? Do you double down? Admit you were wrong? This discussion went deep into those dilemmas - fascinating! You'll love the behind the scenes feel. Join us!



    You can find more of your favorite bestselling authors at BOOKSTORM Podcast! We're also on Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, and YouTube!

    40 min
  • Viola Shipman (Famous in a Small Town) is on the Radar!

    New York Times Bestselling author Wade Rouse -- writing as Viola Shipman -- returns to BOOKSTORM Podcast to discuss Famous in a Small Town, his newest release! We love Wade's wisdom, and he offers so much in this amazing interview. Wade takes us to Northern Michigan in the summertime. We're immersed in its beauty and mysticism. Against that backdrop, we talk about the voices that speak into our lives - both good and bad. Do young people today have too many? We talk about living authentically and pursuing our dreams. We talk about the danger associated with holding on to past hurts. How did his characters move past them? We talk about growth and hope. We were inspired, and you will be too! Join us!

    You can find more of your favorite bestselling authors at BOOKSTORM Podcast! We're also on Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, and YouTube!

    53 min
  • FIONA DAVIS (THE SPECTACULAR) is on the Radar!

    Join BOOKSTORM as we interview The Spectacular author Fiona Davis. Step into 1950's Manhattan and the glamorous Radio City Music Hall in this thrilling new novel about a talented young Rockette and a mysterious bomber terrorizing NYC! Topics: Should we pursue our dreams even if we fail? The truth about the history of the Rockettes, their sisterhood, talent, individuality and passions. Life choices for ourselves and for others; is it ever anyone's decision but our own? Pursuing dreams despite obstacles, weakness and fear. Put your dancing shoes on and join the discussion!

    You can find more of your favorite bestselling authors at BOOKSTORM Podcast! We're also on Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, and YouTube!

    34 min
  • Gregg Hurwitz (The Last Orphan) is on the Radar!

    New York Times bestselling author and screenwriter GREGG HURWITZ joins BOOKSTORM Podcast to discuss The Last Orphan, his latest thriller in the bestselling Orphan X series! We dive deep into the character of our beloved hero, Evan Smoak. He's referred to as The Nowhere Man now ... so what's driving the changes he's making? What does it mean to become more human? We talk about Evan's guiding principles and how he determines who needs a lethal dose of justice. Do his actions line up with his beliefs? Is there such a thing as good and bad? We talk about these and other deep (but somehow also entertaining!) subjects like vengeance, facing our monsters, and resilience. Gregg even gives us a hotline telephone number to call EVAN SMOAK! This interview is a do. not. miss! Join us!

    You can find more of your favorite bestselling authors at BOOKSTORM Podcast! We're also on Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, and YouTube!

    45 min
  • Bryn Turnbull (The Paris Deception) is on the Radar!

    Internationally bestselling author BRYN TURNBULL joins BOOKSTORM Podcast to discuss THE PARIS DECEPTION, her newest release! A powerful story about two extraordinary women who risk their lives rescuing stolen artwork during the Nazi occupation of Paris. We talked with Bryn about doing the right thing, and silence in the face of atrocities. Hitler’s belief that modern artwork was "degenerate" and should be burned. War makes strange bedfellows. Trust and relationships during wartime. And, of course, deception. How long can you maintain a lie? Join us!





    You can find more of your favorite bestselling authors at BOOKSTORM Podcast! We're also on Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, and YouTube!

    33 min
  • Anne Burt (The Dig) is on the Radar!

    Anne Burt joins BOOKSTORM Podcast to talk about her novel The Dig! This beautiful novel touches upon something to which each and every one of us can relate: the psychological and emotional impact of family. We talk about family origins and the stories that are told to us. How do those stories play into our identity? Is there a time when every young adult re-evaluates that identity? Is that how we make sense of our past? We talk about family secrets and the devastating impact those secrets can have upon intimacy and trust. We discussed trauma, and why two children in the same family can react differently to trauma as they grow. What happens when you don't deal with it in some way, shape, or form? We touched upon adoption, refugees, siblings, adulthood, and so much more! Join us!!


    You can find more of your favorite bestselling authors at BOOKSTORM Podcast! We're also on Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, and YouTube!

    45 min
  • Kate White (Between Two Strangers) is on the Radar!

    New York Times Bestselling author Kate White joins BOOKSTORM Podcast to talk about Between Two Strangers, her newest psychological thriller! We explored the impact of harboring long-held secrets. We talked about  trauma, and the guilt and shame that we may carry after a tragedy --- even when it's not our fault.  Can we really escape or forget or ignore our past? Or does it stay with us in subconscious, underlying ways that we might not even admit or recognize? Have you ever wrestled with the woulda, coulda, shouldas? Is it possible to heal from heavy guilt and shame? Is it always a long process? We talked a lot about people ... and how they're not always what they seem.  How do we uncover someone's true motives? We also discussed accountability.  Does our failure to own up to something negatively impact our health and overall wellbeing? Conversely, does taking accountability -- even with difficult consequences -- translate into peace in our soul? Is accountability is even more important in today's society, where reputations and careers can be destroyed in a moment? Wait until you hear our discussion about cancel culture and different levels of friendships. Join us for an incredibly relevant and interesting conversation! You'll be so glad you did!

    You can find more of your favorite bestselling authors at BOOKSTORM Podcast! We're also on Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, and YouTube!

    39 min
  • Nikki Erlick (The Measure) is on the Radar!

    BOOKSTORM dives down deep with Nikki Erlick about her Instant NY Times Best-Seller and Read With Jenna Book Club Pick, The Measure! It seems like any other day. You wake up, get ready, and head out. But today, when you open your front door, waiting for you is a small box, holding the answer to the number of years you will live. Suddenly, everyone on earth is faced with the same choice: Do they wish to know how long they’ll live? And, if so, what will they do with that knowledge? Topics: How do we react to something we don't understand? Can humankind agree to be less than all-knowing? Must we understand and explain everything in order to accept it? Disinformation in this social media age: are we more susceptible to hoaxes and manipulation? We all know we will die one day, but what do we do when we discover it is soon? Do we love and forgive or seek vengeance and retribution?  Shouldn't we be living every day as if we were dying? What is the true measure of our lives?  Is the meaning of life greater than the number of our days? A MUST READ!

    You can find more of your favorite bestselling authors at BOOKSTORM Podcast! We're also on Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, and YouTube!

    39 min
  • Juan Gabriel Vasquez (Retrospective) is on the Radar!

    Join BOOKSTORM as we dive down deep with author Juan Gabriel Vasquez into his epic yet intimate novel about a Colombian man caught up in the sweep of global historical and ideological revolutions. The Colombian film director, Sergio Cabrera, is in Barcelona for a retrospective of his work. It's a hard time for him: his father, famous actor Fausto Cabrera, has just died; his marriage is in crisis; and his home country has rejected peace agreements that might have ended more than fifty years of war.  Topics: Political upheaval, extreme ideologies and the power of the every-day citizen. Is film and all art used for propaganda or as a tool for shedding the light on devastating impacts of political turmoil? the importance and relevance of parent/child relationships. How do we break away from parental respect long enough to find our own truths? Is any person immune to war and uprising, whether they agree to partake or not? Join this important discussion!

    You can find more of your favorite bestselling authors at BOOKSTORM Podcast! We're also on Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, and YouTube!

    46 min
  • Ellie Banks (One Little Spark) is on the Radar! [AKA MAISEY YATES]

    Ellie Banks -- also widely known as New York Times bestselling author MAISEY YATES -- joins BOOKSTORM Podcast to discuss One Little Spark, her new suspense novel! This deeply introspective story of four women left to make sense of their lives after a devastating fire will stay with you! Maisey talks about the deeply emotional and intimate themes she explores throughout this novel, including how women can grow from life experiences and trauma and become who we want to be, who we were meant to be, and who we choose to be! We talked about staring life "monsters" full in the face. We can't let certain things have power over us! We talked about CONFIDENT women ... loud women ... women who don't stay quiet to make others comfortable. We talked about why women need to lift one another up, and believe in other women. What happens when you grieve someone you love, but who has simultaneously caused you anger, frustration, or harm? That's complicated grief! We talked all about the complexity of people and relationships.  We also asked some tough questions: what does it take for people to face the truth about their current dissatisfaction or unhappiness?  Do we posses the power to change our lives? We covered empty nesters and regret. Can you preemptively prepare your relationship? You'll enjoy this deep discussion - join us!

     

    You can find more of your favorite bestselling authors at BOOKSTORM Podcast! We're also on Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, and YouTube!

    47 min

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Dive deep into best-selling books with author Christen Civiletto and poet Julia Rose as they interview top authors about the hot-button topics and heartfelt themes that drive their bestsellers.…

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