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Indie Comic Book Noise

"An engaging picaresque novel of a young man on the run. A warm, well-told story of a likable character with a knack for being in the wrong place at the wrong time." —Publisher's Weekly

Willy Middlebrook is a nice boy from the suburbs, a Vietnam vet, a college drop-out majoring in Human Kindness. Framed for the murder of a cop, Willy goes on the lam from the law. With hopeful heart and broken balls he lives among the people of the humble cafes and dusty bars, underground: "They have rough brown skin and wrinkled eyes. They are round and they are usually dirty. They are hard because they have to be, but if you warm them they get soft and you can make them sweet." Famous Potatoes is a road novel with a touch of noir, a tall tale that has been called "exuberant, funny, and humane."

"Like the smudged chrome of a truck-stop diner, Famous Potatoes is an element of a new American realism, and Cottonwood has made it an engaging trip." —Chicago Tribune

The year is 1973. Back in those days only bad people got tattoos; long distance calls cost a small fortune; and an IBM 360 computer with a few hundred kilobytes was enough to run a bank.

"Cottonwood [has] charm–wry, loping, never cute. And, even more crucial, there is Willy's (and Cottonwood's) genuine people-liking, which makes Willy's complications seem less dire; the troubled travels become a nice excuse to meet more interesting folks. Laid-back–but not too much–and attractive." —Kirkus

As a young man, Joe Cottonwood used to hitchhike everywhere. Many of the encounters in Famous Potatoes are based on actual events from those times.

"Blessed with that wonderfully extravagant and original talent for telling tall tales, Joe Cottonwood weaves a whopper that catches you up and rockets you overland as Willy hitches himself on to one crazy adventure after another. . . Willy 'Crusoe' Middlebrook, anonymous fugitive, naive suburbanite, sexual suicide, husband on the run from Philadelphia and St. Louis to the sky-high Rockies of Idaho . . . " —Black Swan

"Philadelphia may never be the same again." —Cleveland Plain Dealer

This podcast is rated deep R for bad language and occasional scenes of funky sex. And a lot of joy.

Author's note: I wrote this novel forty years ago as a cockeyed love letter to the USA. I was a young man without children. Now I am a grandfather. A few of the passages, as I review them now, could make a grandfather blush. Nevertheless I have resisted the impulse to censor any youthful excess. I've also let stand the passages that would now be deemed Politically Incorrect. They are an accurate rendition of the times (1973).

"An engaging picaresque novel of a young man on the run. A warm, well-told story of a likable character with a knack for being in the wrong place at the wrong time." —Publisher's Weekly Willy Middlebrook is a nice boy from the suburbs, a Vietnam vet, a college drop-out majoring in Human Kindness. Framed for the murder of a cop, Willy goes on the lam from the law. With hopeful heart and broken balls he lives among the people of the humble cafes and dusty bars, underground: "They have rough brown skin and wrinkled eyes. They are round and they are usually dirty. They are hard because they have to be, but if you warm them they get soft and you can make them sweet." Famous Potatoes is a road novel with a touch of noir, a tall tale that has been called "exuberant, funny, and humane." "Like the smudged chrome of a truck-stop diner, Famous Potatoes is an element of a new American realism, and Cottonwood has made it an engaging trip." —Chicago Tribune The year is 1973. Back in those days only bad people got tattoos; long distance calls cost a small fortune; and an IBM 360 computer with a few hundred kilobytes was enough to run a bank. "Cottonwood [has] charm–wry, loping, never cute. And, even more crucial, there is Willy's (and Cottonwood's) genuine people-liking, which makes Willy's complications seem less dire; the troubled travels become a nice excuse to meet more interesting folks. Laid-back–but not too much–and attractive." —Kirkus As a young man, Joe Cottonwood used to hitchhike everywhere. Many of the encounters in Famous Potatoes are based on actual events from those times. "Blessed with that wonderfully extravagant and original talent for telling tall tales, Joe Cottonwood weaves a whopper that catches you up and rockets you overland as Willy hitches himself on to one crazy adventure after another. . . Willy 'Crusoe' Middlebrook, anonymous fugitive, naive suburbanite, sexual suicide, husband on the run from Philadelphia and St. Louis to the sky-high Rockies of Idaho . . . " —Black Swan "Philadelphia may never be the same again." —Cleveland Plain Dealer This podcast is rated deep R for bad language and occasional scenes of funky sex. And a lot of joy. Author's note: I wrote this novel forty years ago as a cockeyed love letter to the USA. I was a young man without children. Now I am a grandfather. A few of the passages, as I review them now, could make a grandfather blush. Nevertheless I have resisted the impulse to censor any youthful excess. I've also let stand the passages that would now be deemed Politically Incorrect. They are an accurate rendition of the times (1973).

Famous Potatoes

The Academy of Ideas has been organising public debates to challenge contemporary knee-jerk orthodoxies since 2000. Subscribe to our channel for recordings of our live conferences, discussions and salons, and find out more at www.academyofideas.org.uk

Academy of Ideas

A series of short fictional stories in the genres of horror, sci-fi, paranormal, fantasy, and steampunk. For more information, visit our website at theatticghost.com

Attic Ghost Spooky Tales

Michael and Tom Zubal have been in the used book business their entire lives and love to share their experiences of buying books around the country as well as discuss the pitfalls of selling books online at sites like Abebooks.com and Amazon.com

Book Brothers

This podcast features the creative minds of some of the best storytellers to ever leave ink on the page. Each week, the host and the listening audience are taken on an adventure by a NY Times Best-Selling author. In most cases, their latest release is featured. But in every case, their approach to the craft and their overall volume of work is discussed. Probing questions are asked; secrets are revealed. Genres include: Suspense, Thrillers, and Cozy Mysteries, as well as a pinch of Sci-Fi and Fantasy. The complete listing of those conversations can be found on the Public Display of Imagination website at: <a href="https://publicdisplayofimagination.com/" rel="noopener">https://publicdisplayofimagination.com/</a>

This podcast features the creative minds of some of the best storytellers to ever leave ink on the page. Each week, the host and the listening audience are taken on an adventure by a NY Times Best-Selling author. In most cases, their latest release is featured. But in every case, their approach to the craft and their overall volume of work is discussed. Probing questions are asked; secrets are revealed. Genres include: Suspense, Thrillers, and Cozy Mysteries, as well as a pinch of Sci-Fi and Fantasy. The complete listing of those conversations can be found on the Public Display of Imagination website at: https://publicdisplayofimagination.com/

This podcast features the creative minds of some of the best storytellers to ever leave ink on the page. Each week, the host and the listening audience are taken on an adventure by a NY Times Best-Selling author. In most cases, their latest release is featured. But in every case, their approach to the craft and their overall volume of work is discussed. Probing questions are asked; secrets are revealed. Genres include: Suspense, Thrillers, and Cozy Mysteries, as well as a pinch of Sci-Fi and Fantasy. The complete listing of those conversations can be found on the Public Display of Imagination website at: <a href="https://publicdisplayofimagination.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://publicdisplayofimagination.com/</a>

Public Display of Imagination

Seasonal, casual book chat.&nbsp;https://linktr.ee/bookcastclub<hr> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.

Seasonal, casual book chat.  https://linktr.ee/bookcastclub Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Seasonal, casual book chat.&nbsp;https://linktr.ee/bookcastclub Hosted on Acast. See <a href="https://acast.com/privacy" rel="noopener noreferrer">acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.

The Bookcast Club

A nonprofit writing and arts podcast aimed at exploring various aspects to the craft of writing, reading, drinking, and literature's impact on society and pop culture. A mix of raunchy humor and useful information, DPW is sure to have something you'll enjoy.

Drunken Pen Writing Podcast

We celebrate the world of DC from the comics to the films and television side.

DC All Stars

Welcome to the Jamie Show. If you are listening to this show, that means you are ready for Breakthroughs. This is where you will get a deep dive view of relationships that work and relationships that are a no no! This podcast is meant to challenge our beliefs and mental systems to live a Breakthrough minded life.

Breakthrough

Well, hello there, citizen. Do you have trouble telling your friendly, neighborhood, bat-type, spider guy from your average, everyday, alien, hipster, web-comic? Fret no more! From super dudes and fantastic folks, to gumshoe kitties and immigrant elephants, Kalen Knowles, Adam Zopfi-Hulse, and Robyn Stevens have got you covered when it comes to comic bookery.

The Issue At Hand

Read one spooky book with us each month – ranging in various themes – and join in on the conversation via social media or email. 

Spooky Book Club episodes are released every other Thursday and covers one book per month. 

After introducing a book, we read the first half and publish an episode two weeks later where we talk about our theories and where we think the book is going. 

Then, two weeks after that, we post an episode discuss the second half of the book and take time to review the entire book. 

The following month's book is announced at the end of the second half discussion.

Read one spooky book with us each month – ranging in various themes – and join in on the conversation via social media or email. Spooky Book Club episodes are released every other Thursday and covers one book per month. After introducing a book, we read the first half and publish an episode two weeks later where we talk about our theories and where we think the book is going. Then, two weeks after that, we post an episode discuss the second half of the book and take time to review the entire book. The following month's book is announced at the end of the second half discussion.

Read one spooky book with us each month – ranging in various themes&nbsp;–&nbsp;and join in on the conversation via social media or email. 

Spooky Book Club episodes are released every other Thursday and covers one book per month. 

After introducing a book, we read the first half and publish an episode two weeks later where we talk about our theories and where we think the book is going. 

Then, two weeks after that, we post an episode discuss the second half of the book and take time to review the entire book. 

The following month's book is announced at the end of the second half discussion.

Spooky Book Club

Poet, spoken word artist, and voice actor Yzaura brings new stories to life with powerful performance, vivid emotion, and engaging soundscapes.

Poet, spoken word artist, and voice actor Yzaura brings new stories to life with powerful performance, vivid emotion, and engaging soundscapes.

How About A Story

The Lit Pickers is a podcast that celebrates books and bold opinions. Hosted by writers Supriya Nair and Deepanjana Pal, each episode explores literature, authors and reading. The show champions the written word, as well as the biggest ideas, tiniest thoughts, silliest questions, and confounding conundrums. Nair and Pal invite you to their Sunday breakfast table banter, that makes for truly lively commentary for readers and thinkers, and awaken the bookworm in you. So, pop the kettle on, grab a biscuit and listen, as your reading list gets longer and longer.

The Lit Pickers

Friends sitting around drinking beer and talking about all things pop culture.

Cheers To Pop-Culture

Bringing hope to the world through Speculative Fiction. Interviews with Science Fiction and Fantasy writers, gamers, creators, and activists.

If This Goes On (Don't Panic): Science Fiction, Fantasy & Progressive Politics

A weekly podcast focusing on all things poetic, poetry and poets. Each week we will feature a poet and their poem. We will be highlighting classic poets from our In-School Anthology, sharing brief bios on the poet and a spoken word reading of one of their poems. We will also be introducing contemporary poets from the greater poetry community and our own Get Lit poets into the podcast space.

A weekly podcast focusing on all things poetic, poetry and poets. Each week we will feature a poet and their poem. We will be highlighting classic poets from our In-School Anthology, sharing brief bios on the poet and a spoken word reading of one of their poems. We will also be introducing contemporary poets from the greater poetry community and our own Get Lit poets into the podcast space.

Get Lit Minute

A sex-positive pod where two best friends talk romance novels, sexuality, &amp; everything in between from a bi/pan/fluid perspective.

A sex-positive pod where two best friends talk romance novels, sexuality, & everything in between from a bi/pan/fluid perspective.

Sexy Books Podcast

All types of running related books are reviewed by two non-elite track, road and trail runners. Observation and description of running books intended to inform, help and inspire anyone involved or related to running at any level. Whenever possible we chat with the author about the book, but if not then we try to do it justice.&nbsp; If you have been enjoying the podcast and want more, you can follow us on Facebook and Instagram. You can also go to our Buy Me A Coffee website where we have a few more posts: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/AlanandLiz &nbsp;

All types of running related books are reviewed by two non-elite track, road and trail runners. Observation and description of running books intended to inform, help and inspire anyone involved or related to running at any level. Whenever possible we chat with the author about the book, but if not then we try to do it justice.  If you have been enjoying the podcast and want more, you can follow us on Facebook and Instagram. You can also go to our Buy Me A Coffee website where we have a few more posts: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/AlanandLiz  

Running Book Reviews with Alan and Liz

Deep East Texas may not be renowned for its culture, but libraries are where it’s at. Librarians are asked for recommendations all day long, and they love connecting people to media they love. Crystal the Librarian from the Nacogdoches Public Library in Nacogdoches, TX takes you behind the scenes of the library world, with book and media recommendations and more. Crystal and co-worker Emily give you the rundown on fiction, nonfiction, movies, streaming, and podcasts in an irreverent, conversational discussion each week.

Love Your Shelf

Amanda BenDor and Anna Volbrecht share about the books they're reading.

Books on Books

VictoriaAmazonica is your personal invitation to explore the Emerald Rainforest, the Amazon. These are love letters filled with stories of adventure and underline the value of community and human relationships.

VictoriaAmazonica Podcast with Lina Cuartas

Buds, Books, &amp; Booze is a fortnightly book club with friends discussing life and literature over a few drinks. Join Zack, Katie, Bill, and Alex as we sit down each episode to dive into a portion of the selected book with a summary and an unpretentious review. The most tangential book club to drink along with, so fill up your glass and come along for the ride!
| Follow us on Twitter @budsbooksbooze
| Contact us at budsbooksbooze@gmail.com
| Visit us at anchor.fm/buds-books-booze

Buds, Books, & Booze is a fortnightly book club with friends discussing life and literature over a few drinks. Join Zack, Katie, Bill, and Alex as we sit down each episode to dive into a portion of the selected book with a summary and an unpretentious review. The most tangential book club to drink along with, so fill up your glass and come along for the ride! | Follow us on Twitter @budsbooksbooze | Contact us at budsbooksbooze@gmail.com | Visit us at anchor.fm/buds-books-booze

Buds, Books, & Booze

Recorded in my basement, a podcast where we read and discuss poetry and try to uncover the roots of what makes a poem work.

Basement Poetry Podcast

Welcome to Backlog Books, a short, twice monthly podcast for book reviews. Mostly recent-ish fantasy with a dash of sci-fi and who knows what else thrown in for variety.

Backlog Books

Welcome to (Re)Read, the podcast where we look back at the books from our youth and find out if they hold up under the cold, harsh light of adulthood.

Are you a fan of nostalgia? Literary criticism? Ruining childhoods? Listening to two adults squabble about books intended for younger readers?

Then join us, Morgan and Casey, as we journey into the past and (re)read the books we loved.

Support local bookstores and our podcast: bookshop.org/shop/rereadpodcast

Welcome to (Re)Read, the podcast where we look back at the books from our youth and find out if they hold up under the cold, harsh light of adulthood. Are you a fan of nostalgia? Literary criticism? Ruining childhoods? Listening to two adults squabble about books intended for younger readers? Then join us, Morgan and Casey, as we journey into the past and (re)read the books we loved. Support local bookstores and our podcast: bookshop.org/shop/rereadpodcast

(Re)Read

Join sister and brother duo Al (the Harry Potter Super Fan &amp; Word Nerd) and Erik (the Harry Potter Novice &amp; Audio Geek) as they have quick chats about various characters, places, spells, or creatures and tell you all about why the names are so awesome and clever.

One thing is clear, J.K. Rowling used etymology, mythology, lore, cultural references, and historical legends to create multi-layered and metaphorical names. So, whether you're a super fan or brand new to the Harry Potter universe, you're sure to find some new and interesting layer to this magical series!

Join sister and brother duo Al (the Harry Potter Super Fan & Word Nerd) and Erik (the Harry Potter Novice & Audio Geek) as they have quick chats about various characters, places, spells, or creatures and tell you all about why the names are so awesome and clever. One thing is clear, J.K. Rowling used etymology, mythology, lore, cultural references, and historical legends to create multi-layered and metaphorical names. So, whether you're a super fan or brand new to the Harry Potter universe, you're sure to find some new and interesting layer to this magical series!

POTTERNYMS - A Harry Potter Podcast About Wizarding World Words

A podcast for book lovers. People who buy books, even when they have a pile of books they haven’t read yet. People who have multiple books apps on their phones. Those who collect lists of books they want to read. And anyone who has a favorite book that no one else has ever heard of. Whether you read classics, modern novels, lifestyle books, non-fiction, fantasies, mysteries, or even picture books, this podcast is for you. Each week, we will discuss a different book. So make a cup of tea, and join us for Beth’s BookCast!

Beth’s BookCast

HOLLYWOOD & MINE — There are millions of stories here in Tinseltown. Let me read you this one about BILLIE  and her meteoric rise from babysitter to Hollywood Studio Chief and what happened next…

HOLLYWOOD & MINE — There are millions of stories here in Tinseltown. Let me read you this one about BILLIE and her meteoric rise from babysitter to Hollywood Studio Chief and what happened next…

HOLLYWOOD &amp; MINE — There are millions of stories here in Tinseltown. Let me read you this one about BILLIE  and her meteoric rise from babysitter to Hollywood Studio Chief and what happened next…

BEGUILING HOLLYWOOD

Husbands, Devin and Brian, discuss the Silver Age Doom Patrol comics. So relax your metal limbs, let your problems grow or shrink at your command, and don't get too negative. We'll show Chief that we can be the brains of this half hour as we discuss the "freaks" who so bravely save the world and stuff.

Meet Your Doom

Hi! We're Bailie and Payton. We're long distance friends that love each other and talking about books. Come prove Payton wrong that people will enjoy listening to us catch up about life and chat about books we think everyone has to read.

YOU HAVE TO READ THIS BOOK!!

Host Anthony Desiato (My Comic Shop History, Digging for Kryptonite) leads in-depth conversations about a curated list of comic book works, including classic favorites, modern hits, and hidden gems, in this 12-episode podcast series.

My Comic Shop Book Club

留下一些闲言絮语，聊聊社会经济，谈谈历史政治，讲讲科技未来，分享生命体验。

无知无用Noledge

In a book club spanning over a decade, Joe, Kevin, Wes, and Scott actually discuss the books- and now, it's a podcast! With a focus on serious fiction, the four explore context, interpretation, and criticism while enjoying a few drinks and lively banter. 

There will be spoilers- so, if you haven’t read the novel, and would prefer not to hear plot points, pause this now, go read the book, and then press play.

In a book club spanning over a decade, Joe, Kevin, Wes, and Scott actually discuss the books- and now, it's a podcast! With a focus on serious fiction, the four explore context, interpretation, and criticism while enjoying a few drinks and lively banter. There will be spoilers- so, if you haven’t read the novel, and would prefer not to hear plot points, pause this now, go read the book, and then press play.

Literary Ramblings

What if your book could change lives—and it didn’t have to take years to write? Welcome to Write the Book Inside You, the podcast for writers, coaches, and conscious entrepreneurs ready to craft a powerful nonfiction book—faster, easier, and more intuitively—with the help of AI. Hosted by Caryl Westmore, bestselling author, journalist, and pioneering AI Book Coach &amp; writer-for-hire, this show blends soul and strategy to help you create transformational content—whether you're writing it yourself or hiring a seasoned pro to bring your story to life. Here, we fuse the power of ChatGPT and AI with authentic storytelling so your message lands with impact and stays aligned with your voice and brand. &nbsp; 🔍 Episodes Explore: &nbsp;<ul><li>Tips on self-publishing, visibility, and building a book-based business</li><li>Insights from spiritual creatives, coaches, and authors using AI + intuition</li><li>Real stories of writers breaking blocks and sharing their message with the world</li></ul> Whether you’re stuck at the start, want to write a book to grow your brand, or need a trusted writer to help you share your brilliance, this podcast is your next best step. &nbsp; Don’t die with your book still inside you. Let’s write it—together. &nbsp;

What if your book could change lives—and it didn’t have to take years to write? Welcome to Write the Book Inside You, the podcast for writers, coaches, and conscious entrepreneurs ready to craft a powerful nonfiction book—faster, easier, and more intuitively—with the help of AI. Hosted by Caryl Westmore, bestselling author, journalist, and pioneering AI Book Coach & writer-for-hire, this show blends soul and strategy to help you create transformational content—whether you're writing it yourself or hiring a seasoned pro to bring your story to life. Here, we fuse the power of ChatGPT and AI with authentic storytelling so your message lands with impact and stays aligned with your voice and brand.   🔍 Episodes Explore:  Tips on self-publishing, visibility, and building a book-based businessInsights from spiritual creatives, coaches, and authors using AI + intuitionReal stories of writers breaking blocks and sharing their message with the world Whether you’re stuck at the start, want to write a book to grow your brand, or need a trusted writer to help you share your brilliance, this podcast is your next best step.   Don’t die with your book still inside you. Let’s write it—together.  

Write the Book Inside You

Smut, erotica, and romance, oh my! 
Whatever you call it, we got it. Welcome to the book club you didn‘t ask for but secretly always wanted. Where we pick some of the most outrageous pieces of sexy literature out there and give you our unsolicited two cents.

Smut, erotica, and romance, oh my! Whatever you call it, we got it. Welcome to the book club you didn‘t ask for but secretly always wanted. Where we pick some of the most outrageous pieces of sexy literature out there and give you our unsolicited two cents.

Not Your Mother‘s Book Club

با من نفس بکش دخترم ، من تو را آزاد به دنیا آوردم مثل دریا مثل موج…
تو هر روز از نو در من متولد میشوی …..
زيباي من هرشب برايت قصه اي ميخوانم با عشق تا بداني تا ابد دوستت دارم

با من نفس بکش دخترم ، من تو را آزاد به دنیا آوردم مثل دریا مثل موج… تو هر روز از نو در من متولد میشوی ….. زيباي من هرشب برايت قصه اي ميخوانم با عشق تا بداني تا ابد دوستت دارم

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