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- N&N Author Interview: Sloan Harlow
In today’s special episode, we’re talking to author Sloan Harlow! Sloan's debut novel, EVERYTHING WE NEVER SAID, will be released on May 28th.
Sloan's “drink of choice” for this episode is an Iced Ube Latte.Follow Sloan on Instagram for the latest.
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1 hr 3 min - A Heavy Read: Marlena by Julie Buntin
Welcome back to our full book conversation and review episode! This one is pretty heavy... We're talking about Marlena by Julie Buntin.
TW - proceed with caution. This book and podcast episode includes topics on substance abuse, physical abuse, taking one's life, and death.
This book pairing is a refreshing mocktail from The Mindful Mocktails. It's the Lemon Mint Mocktail!
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Sources:
- https://www.juliebuntin.com/bio
- https://lsa.umich.edu/english/people/faculty/jbuntin.html
- https://www.instagram.com/juliebuntin
- https://thinkdunes.com/news/a-little-bit-of-dune-history/#:~:text=The%20Park%20is%20spread%20across,the%20severity%20of%20the%20weather
1 hr 12 min - N&N Guest Interview: Rose Friel - Foreword Lit Consulting
In today’s special episode, we’re talking to Rose Friel, the founder and owner of Foreword Lit Consulting.
After a decade in "the biz of books," Rose has built her own career as a Publishing Matchmaker & Consultant where she pulls from her experiences in literary agencies and hybrid publishing to connect authors, publishers, agencies, and independent creatives with the resources and introductions to increase forward momentum in their bookish goals -- whatever that may be!
Rose’s “drink of choice” lately is either a turmeric latte or LaMarca Prosecco!Get more info about Foreword Lit and Rose at
https://www.forewordlitconsulting.com/Follow Foreword Lit on Instagram and LinkedIn.
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1 hr 4 min - Mini Ep - Fantasy
Time for a mini ep (that's not so mini)! Let's talk about all about fantasy and the many sub-genres that fall under that category. Plus, some reading recommendations.
Sources:
https://www.masterclass.com/articles/what-is-the-fantasy-genre-history-of-fantasy-and-subgenres-and-types-of-fantasy-in-literature#1ohlGtc2LQELZODJ70qLGUhttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Fantasy_literaturehttps://writingclasses.com/toolbox/ask-writer/what-is-magical-realism-how-is-it-different-than-fantasy#:~:text=While%20magical%20realism%20situates%20readers,unreal%20world%20with%20unreal%20charactershttps://masterclass.com/articles/plot-elements-and-examples-of-superhero-fictionhttps://www.masterclass.com/articles/fairy-tales-vs-folktales-whats-the-difference-plus-fairy-tale-writing-promptsCHEERS!
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52 min - Meet Us at Midnight: The Night Circus by Erin Morgenstern
Join us and step right into Le Cirque des Reves! This month's featured book is The Night Circus by Erin Morgenstern.
And to pair with this read, we have a true, classic nightcap. It's the Brandy Alexander.
Listen in for some circus facts and a magical tale that we've been ready to discuss.
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Sources:
- https://erinmorgenstern.com/
- http://www.circopedia.org/SHORT_HISTORY_OF_THE_CIRCUS
- https://www.smirkus.org/seven-circusy-supersitions/
1 hr 11 min - N&N Author Interivew: Adib Khorram
We're welcoming author Adib Khorram to this episode of Narratives & Nightcaps! Adib is an award-winning and best-selling author, and his latest novel, The Breakup Lists, released on April 2nd.
Get more info about Adib and his books here:
https://adibkhorram.com/Follow Adib on Instagram, Tumblr, bsky, and TikTok.
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42 min - Mini Ep - Coming of Age
Time for a mini ep! Let's talk about "coming of age," or Bildungsroman. We've got a range of book recommendations for you and some background on this genre.
Sources:
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bildungsromanhttps://literacle.com/literary-themes-coming-of-age/CHEERS!
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31 min - A Coming of Age Story Within a Story: A Likely Story by Leigh McMullan Abramson
This one wasn't what we expected. Today we're talking about A Likely Story by Leigh McMullan Abramson.
If you've read it or once you do, you may want to sip this literature-themed beverage. It's The Hemingway Daiquiri.
- https://www.shakedrinkrepeat.com/hemingway-daiquiri/
For listeners who have been here before, you know the drill. We're talking about the whole book after a bit of brief background and info related to the narrative. So, spoilers are going to happen.
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Sources:
- https://www.leighmcmullanabramson.com/
- https://www.sagharborwhalingmuseum.org/
- https://www.sagharborny.gov/101/History
1 hr 31 min - N&N Author Interview: Ginny Myers Sain
We're welcoming author Ginny Myers Sain to this episode of Narratives & Nightcaps! Ginny is a New York Times Bestseller, and her latest book, One Last Breath, just released on March 5th.
Our Nightcap was selected by Ginny and is a fitting pairing for her book: Blood Orange Margarita
Get more info about Ginny and all of her books here:
https://www.ginnymyerssain.com/CHEERS!
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34 min - Mini Episode - Historical Fiction
Time for a mini ep! Let's talk about historical fiction. We've got a range (sort of) of book recommendations for you in this genre.
Sources:
https://www.masterclass.com/articles/what-are-the-different-genres-of-literature-a-guide-to-14-literary-genreshttps://www.dictionary.com/browse/historical-fictionCHEERS!
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About Narratives & Nightcaps
From the publisher's feed
Reading recaps, author interviews, and book club vibes. Welcome to our cozy corner of the book world and stories worth sipping to. We dive into the stories that have us hooked, heartbroken, or laughing out loud, and we always bring a themed "nightcap" to match the mood. Plus, we love connecting readers with the brilliant minds behind the books. Every month, we feature special guest episodes with wonderful authors and other industry voices. Grab your current read, pour yourself something delicious, and press play. Cheers!
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