Bookworm Banquet

Risen by Angela Hunt is a novelization of the motion picture of the same name. We review this historical fiction book which presents the story of Christ's resurrection in a unique way. Also in this episode is Nicole's Fact about the importance of a good title and JD's Tip about a clever way to read and work at the same time. Nicole kicks things off with an interesting story about the bookwormy, Welsh town called Hay-on-Wye.

The Appetizer
The "Town of Books" in Wales

The Review
Risen by Angela Hunt Purchase Risen: The Novelization of the Major Motion Picture
JD's Rating: 3.5 out of 5
Nicole's Rating: 5 out of 5

Nicole’s Bookworm Fact will ask the question, What’s in a Title?

JD's Bookworm Tip is a tool for holding your book open so you can multitask and read.

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In this episode we review the Dreamhouse Kings series by Robert Liparulo. This Young Adult fiction series of six books is an engaging and spine-tingling read that we heartily recommend. Also in this episode is Nicole's Fact about a writer who changes his name and JD's Tip about a fabulous way to keep track of your personal or small organization's library.

The Appetizer
The world's only library to operate in two countries simultaneously.

The Review
Dreamhouse Kings Series by Robert Liparulo
BOOK 1 - House of Dark Shadows
BOOK 2 - Watcher in the Woods
BOOK 3 - Gatekeepers
BOOK 4 - Timescape
BOOK 5 - Whirlwind
BOOK 6 - Frenzy

Composer Jonathan Maiocco wrote some beautiful music inspired by Dreamhouse Kings.
Check out his pieces on the soundtrack page of Dreamhouse Kings website. Also check out his instrumental albums on your favorite digital music outlet. He had this to say about the composition below: "I read Book 1 of the series and thought, 'Whoa, I can totally hear the music!' So, with all the horror and suspense of the story in mind, I composed “House of Dark Shadows” as what I though of as the “main theme” of the series."

JD's Rating: 4 out of 5
Nicole's Rating: 4 out of 5

Nicole’s Bookworm Fact...is about a writer who changes his name.

JD's Bookworm Tip...is TinyCat; which is the online catalog for small libraries, created by LibraryThing. It turns your existing LibraryThing account into a simple, professional, web-based catalog.

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In this episode we review the nonfiction narrative book called Saved By Her Enemy by Don Teague and Rafraf Barrak. This book chronicles the true story of an Iraqi woman who grew up in Baghdad and her first encounters with Americans during the early part of the U.S. involvement in her country in 2003. Also in this episode is Nicole's Fact about author Mary Shelley and JD's Tip about some totally cool bookmarks.

The Appetizer
The UK’s favourite childhood book character (via The Guardian)

The Review
Saved By Her Enemy by Don Teague and Rafraf Barrak

JD's Rating: 5 out of 5
Nicole's Rating: 5 out of 5

Nicole’s Bookworm Fact...is about true love at its grossest.

JD's Bookworm Tip...are these super cool Cassette Tape Bookmarks that you can purchase on Amazon.

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Carey Green's debut novel, Dragon Slayer: Beginnings, is the topic of conversation in this episode. This book is the first in the Dragon Slayer Chronicles trilogy. This is a great introduction to the fantasy genre and while it is very much a coming of age story like many in this genre it has other elements that help it to stand out. Also in this episode is Nicole's Fact about a dog that really did eat "homework" and JD's Tip about some really cool literary t-shirts.

What We've Been Reading
Ted Dekker's Circle series
John White's Archives of Anthropos

Review Segment
Dragon Slayer: Beginnings by Carey Green

Book 1 - Dragon Slayer: Beginnings
Book 2 is Dragon Slayer: Rising (already released)
Book 3 is Dragon Slayer: Sacrifice (being written now)

JD's Rating: 3.5 out of 5
Nicole's Rating: 3.5 out of 5

Nicole's Bookworm Fact is about when a dog really did eat "homework".

JD's Bookworm Tip is Litographs, a website that sells very cool literary t-shirts and other items.

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This edition of the Bookworm Banquet podcast features a review of The Lost Choice by Andy Andrews. Neither JD, nor Nicole had ever read anything by Andrews, but after reading The Lost Choice it's safe to say it won't be their last. This book is a tale that weaves threads from various eras in history together with the lives of a modern day family into a tapestry of masterful storytelling. Capping off the episode is another great Bookworm Fact from Nicole as well as a Bookworm Tip from JD. Download Episode 9 What We've Been ReadingSteven James' Patrick Bowers series Charles Finch's Lenox Mysteries G.K. Chesterton's The Man Who Knew Too Much Review Segment Links:Andy Andrew's Website Andy Andrew's Podcast The Butterfly Effect Purchase The Lost Choice on Amazon JD's Rating: 3.75 out of 5 Nicole's Rating: 4 out of 5 Nicole's Bookworm Fact is about unlikely friendships of famous writers. JD's Bookworm Tip is a great literary board game called It Was a Dark & Stormy Night. You can find out more about the game on it's website or purchase it on Amazon. This episode of Bookworm Banquet is brought to you by Adagio Teas!Choose from a huge selection of loose leaf teas; black, green, chai, herbal blends or create your own custom blend! Get in touch with us! Email: [email protected] Feedback Line (text or voice): 623-688-2770 Don't forget to subscribe to the show!

Today JD and Nicole review a Robert Whitlow novel entitled The Trial. This is a fast-paced legal thriller that both really enjoyed. The book tackles some very real issues, but does so in an interesting and entertaining manner. After the review Nicole brings us another fascinating Bookworm Fact and JD shares a Bookworm Tip in this edition of the podcast. Download Episode 8 Review Segment: Robert WhitlowRobert Whitlow's Website Purchase The Trial on Amazon JD's Rating: 4 out of 5 Nicole's Rating: 4 out of 5 Nicole's Bookworm Fact is about Jane Austen. She references two of Austen's works, Pride and Prejudice and Sense and Sensibility. JD mentions that Audio Theatre Central, another of the Porchlight Family Media podcasts, just reviewed an audio adaptation of Pride and Prejudice. You can find that review on episode 24 of Audio Theatre Central. JD's Bookworm Tip is PosterText.com - this website turns the text of classic literature into posters This episode of Bookworm Banquet is brought to you by Adagio Teas! Choose from a huge selection of loose leaf teas; black, green, chai, herbal blends or create your own custom blend! Get in touch with us!  Email: [email protected] Feedback Line (text or voice): 623-688-2770 Don't forget to subscribe to the show!

This episode of Bookworm Banquet features a review of the YA novel Ginnie Dare: Crimson Sands by Scott Roche. This is an action packed science fiction story that is sure to keep your interest. JD and Nicole are also joined on the show by Scott Roche and he shares some of the inspiration for the book. And Nicole brings us another fascinating Bookworm Fact to top off the program. Download Episode 7 Review SegmentGinnie Dare: Crimson Sands by Scott Roche Thank you to Scott for providing us with a free review copy of his book. JD's Rating: 4 out of 5 Nicole's Rating: 4 out of 5 Interview Segment Links:Scott RocheScott's Website Purchase Ginnie Dare: Crimson Sands on Amazon Information on Virginia Dare | Roanoke Colony Nicole's Bookworm Fact is about the world's most valuable books. Thanks to our sponsor, Audible! Get a free audio book along with your free 30 day trial by going to www.audibletrial.com/bookworm Get in touch with us! Email: [email protected] Feedback Line (text or voice): 623-688-2770 Don't forget to subscribe to the show!

Today JD and Nicole take a break from reviewing a book and instead are joined by award-winning audio book narrator and host of The Classic Tales Podcast, B.J. Harrison. We talk about B.J.'s narration work, his podcast, and just generally have fun talking about classic literature. Nicole's Bookworm Fact is about the criteria of a classic. Download Episode 6 Links: B.J.'s Podcast - iTunes | RSS B.J.'s Audio Book Website JD mentioned the following: B.J.'s narration of John Buchan's The 39 Steps (If this link has expired by the time you listen to this episode, then simply search B.J.'s website for this book) | The Thirty-Nine Steps on Amazon Jacques Futrelle's The Thinking Machine adventures Thanks to our sponsor, Audible! Get a free audio book along with your free 30 day trial by going to audibletrial.com/bookworm Join JD on the Scrabble-like word tile game, Wordfeud, on your iPhone or Android phone. His username is: jonnydollar Get in touch with us! Email: [email protected] Feedback Line (text or voice): 623-688-2770 Don't forget to subscribe to the show!

Today JD and Nicole review a children's book by comedian and speaker Ken Davis. The book is called Sheep Tales: The Bible According to the Animals Who Were There. This is a fun book to read together as a family. Nicole also share a fascinating Bookworm Fact that fits really well with the theme of family that seemed to fill today's show. JD's Bookworm Tip also fit nicely in that category. They also share some listener feedback and JD invites listeners to play the smartphone game, Wordfeud, with him. Download Episode 5 Review Segment Sheep Tales by Ken Davis JD's Rating: 5 out of 5 Nicole's Rating: 5 out of 5 Nicole's Bookworm Fact is about Jonathan Edwards. Jonathan Edwards on Wikipedia | Jonathan Edwards' writings on Amazon JD's Bookworm Tip is the BookIt! National Reading Incentive Program Join JD on the Scrabble-like word tile game, Wordfeud, on your iPhone or Android phone. His username is: jonnydollar Get in touch with us! Email: [email protected] Feedback Line (text or voice): 623-688-2770 Don't forget to subscribe to the show!

In this episode of Bookworm Banquet podcast, JD and Nicole share a review of their first non-fiction book so far. They review Kim Meeder's book Hope Rising: Stories from the Ranch of Rescued Dreams. This is a book filled with stories of abused horses and broken children who interact at Kim Meeder's Ranch, Crystal Peaks Youth Ranch, and the resulting healing that happens for both the horses and the children. JD and Nicole also interview Kim Meeder about the book and her work at Crystal Peaks Youth Ranch. Nicole also brings you a Bookworm Fact and JD offers up a Bookworm Tip. And lastly, they respond to listener feedback. Download Episode 4 Review SegmentHope Rising by Kim Meeder Thanks to the author for providing us with a free review copy of the book. JD's Rating: 4 out of 5 Nicole's Rating: 4 out of 5 Interview Segment Links:Kim Meeder with husband, TroyCrystal Peaks Youth Ranch Nicole's Bookworm Fact is about William Shakespeare. www.NoSweatShakespeare.com is a wealth of Shakespearean information; especially this article which discusses his influence on the English language. JD's Bookworm Tip is www.ReadersRead.com Feedback Segment Links:Listener Margie's review of Ballad of the Northland can be found here. Get in touch with us! Email: [email protected] Feedback Line (text or voice): 623-688-2770 Don't forget to subscribe to the show!