Southern Reads

By Noah May

A show where I talk about books and only books and everything book related.

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June 26, 2026How New “Greenback’s Book of Law" Can Teach Law Basics to Teens and Young Adults (feat. Ted Sutton)
In this episode of Southern Reads, I chat with Ted Sutton.
| Guest Highlight |
Ted is the Author of “Greenback’s Book of Law”, Attorney, Partner at Corporate Direct, and Dog Lover. This book is ideal for parents, teens (middle & high school, 12-18) and young adults/ college age (19-25), who want to learn the law basics - in a fun way through the power of storytelling - by a dog named Greenback.
| Where to Connect |
To learn more about Ted and his upcoming book, go to GreenbacksBookofLaw.com or by following his social media pages.
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/corporatedirect/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TeneroOfficial
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/greenbacksbol
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ted-sutton-esq-703493116/

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Fable: https://fable.co/fabler/noah-358536638440
Margins: https://margins.app/u/ec759fc488fe40eebfd4557e05bbbacf
For inquiries and collaborations, email me at: [email protected]
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29min
June 22, 2026Death Insured (feat. Aj Tyler)
In this episode of Southern Reads, I chat with Aj Tyler.
| Guest Highlight |
Aj has been thrilling his readers with murder mysteries and loves entertaining his audiences with complex plot twists that have been culled from his years as a CPA and attorney.
| Where to Connect |
To learn more about AJ and to check out his books, go to https://ajtylerauthor.com/ or by following his social media pages.
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AJTylerauthor/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ajtyler_author/m.com
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/aj-tyler-163093331/

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Check out my website https://www.noahspodcasts.com to learn more about this podcast and my other podcasts, plus additional information and content!
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Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/southernreadss
StoryGraph: https://app.thestorygraph.com/profile/southernreads
Fable: https://fable.co/fabler/noah-358536638440
Margins: https://margins.app/ u/ec759fc488fe40eebfd4557e05bbbacf
For inquiries and collaborations, email me at: [email protected]
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28min
June 19, 2026Publishing Myths (feat. Terry Whalin)
In this episode of Southern Reads, I chat with Terry Whalin.
| Guest Highlight |
Terry is an editor and author of more than 60 books and has written for more than 50 magazines. Several of Terry’s books have sold over 100,000 copies.
| Where to Connect |
To learn more about Terry and his work, go to https://terrywhalin.blogspot.com/ or by following his social media pages.
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/terrywhalin
X/Twitter: https://x.com/terrywhalin
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/terrywhalin/

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Check out my website https://www.noahspodcasts.com to learn more about this podcast and my other podcasts, plus additional information and content!
Feel free to follow the podcast on social media as well!
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/southern.reads
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@southern.reads
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LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/noah-c-may
YouTube: https://youtube.com/@noahspodcasts
Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/southernreadss
StoryGraph: https://app.thestorygraph.com/profile/southernreads
Fable: https://fable.co/fabler/noah-358536638440
Margins: https://margins.app/u/ec759fc488fe40eebfd4557e05bbbacf
For inquiries and collaborations, email me at: [email protected]
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32min
June 19, 2026Words Are Powerful (feat. Teri M Brown)
In this episode of Southern Reads, I chat with Teri M Brown.
| Guest Highlight |
Teri is the author of four novels: Peg Unhinged, Daughters of Green Mountain Gap, An Enemy Like Me, and Sunflowers Beneath the Snow. 10 Little Rules for a Double-Butted Adventure, an inspirational book about my tandem ride across the United States, released in February 2025. This ride consisting of 3102 miles during the summer of 2020 helped me heal my heart from an emotionally abusive 14-year marriage and get the courage to publish my first novel. My first children's picture book, Little Lola and Her Big Dream, helps children dream big.
| Where to Connect |
To learn more about Teri and her book, go to http://www.terimbrown.com/ or by following her social media pages.
Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/TeriMBrownAuthor
X/Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/terimbrown1
Pinterest: http://www.pinterest.com/terimbrownauthor
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCaQ6p-EOSGd1tEeWijQSl9A
Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/terimbrown_author
LinkedIn: http://www.linkedin.com/in/TeriMBrown
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@terimbrown_author

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TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@southern.reads
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Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/southernreadss
StoryGraph: https://app.thestorygraph.com/profile/southernreads
Fable: https://fable.co/fabler/noah-358536638440
Margins: https://margins.app/u/ec759fc488fe40eebfd4557e05bbbacf
For inquiries and collaborations, email me at: [email protected]
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29min
June 19, 2026Award-Winning Publicity (feat. Liz H Kelly)
In this episode of Southern Reads, I chat with Liz H Kelly.
| Guest Highlight |
Liz is the Award-Winning Goody PR Agency Founder and Goody Business Book Awards CEO/ Founder, Bestselling Author of 3 books, including Award-Winning Publicity (2026) and 8-Second PR (2022), Speaker, and Podcast Host whose primary mission is to magnify good through the power of positive publicity.
| Where to Connect |
To learn more about Liz and to check out her books, go to https://awardwinningpublicity.com/ or by following her social media platforms.
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lizhkelly
X/Twitter: https://x.com/lizhkelly
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/goodypr
Instagram: https://instagram.com/lizhkelly
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lizhkelly/

Want to be a guest on Southern Reads? Send Noah May a message on PodMatch, here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/southernreads

Check out my website https://www.noahspodcasts.com to learn more about this podcast and my other podcasts, plus additional information and content!
Feel free to follow the podcast on social media as well!
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/southern.reads
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@southern.reads
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LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/noah-c-may
YouTube: https://youtube.com/@noahspodcasts
Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/southernreadss
StoryGraph: https://app.thestorygraph.com/profile/southernreads
Fable: https://fable.co/fabler/noah-358536638440
Margins: https://margins.app/u/ec759fc488fe40eebfd4557e05bbbacf
For inquiries and collaborations, email me at: [email protected]
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29min
June 18, 2026Biggest Challenge in Writing a Children's Book (feat. Bret Ridgway)
In this episode of Southern Reads, I chat with Bret Ridgway.
| Guest Highlight |
Bret is the best-selling author of multiple books in the speaking and publishing niches but now he's ventured into the children's book world.
| Where to Connect |
To learn more about Bret and to check out his books, go to https://laughandlearnlibrary.com/ or by following his social media pages.
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61585587982328
X/Twitter: https://x.com/BretRidgway
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC6zhBbUKmgjaqJ3WLJZEOnw
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bretridgway/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bretridgway/

Want to be a guest on Southern Reads? Send Noah May a message on PodMatch, here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/southernreads

Check out my website https://www.noahspodcasts.com to learn more about this podcast and my other podcasts, plus additional information and content!
Feel free to follow the podcast on social media as well!
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/southern.reads
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@southern.reads
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/noahspodcasts
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LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/noah-c-may
YouTube: https://youtube.com/@noahspodcasts
Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/southernreadss
StoryGraph: https://app.thestorygraph.com/profile/southernreads
Fable: https://fable.co/fabler/noah-358536638440
Margins: https://margins.app/u/ec759fc488fe40eebfd4557e05bbbacf
For inquiries and collaborations, email me at: [email protected]
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34min
June 18, 2026Turning Short Stories into Featured Films (feat. Paul Skidmore)
In this episode of Southern Reads, I chat with Paul Skidmore.
| Guest Highlight |
Paul is an author and filmmaker in Tennessee. he's the author of short stories "kindling", "ciao bella", and "the darkness rolled over her", and a novel — God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen.
| Where to Connect |
To learn more about Paul, go to https://parabolos.com/ or follow his social media pages.
X/Twitter: https://x.com/skidmorep
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/skidmorep/
Substack: https://skidmore.substack.com/

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Check out my website https://www.noahspodcasts.com to learn more about this podcast and my other podcasts, plus additional information and content!
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Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/southern.reads
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@southern.reads
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LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/noah-c-may
YouTube: https://youtube.com/@noahspodcasts
Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/southernreadss
StoryGraph: https://app.thestorygraph.com/profile/southernreads
Fable: https://fable.co/fabler/noah-358536638440
Margins: https://margins.app/u/ec759fc488fe40eebfd4557e05bbbacf
For inquiries and collaborations, email me at: [email protected]
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44min
June 16, 2026From Soldier to Storyteller: Writing in the Dark (feat. Richard Spegal)
In this episode of Southern Reads, I chat with Richard Spegal.
| Guest Highlight |
Richard decided to finally turn his hobby of writing into a full-time career and began publishing his works under his own brand. He currently has several works published aimed at an audience with more mature tastes including the Wolves and Ravens trilogy and the Eternal Nights series. His works spans several genres including dark fantasy, supernatural, romance, adult action, science fiction, and others, and intends to continue publishing 1-2 books per year.
| Where to Connect |
To learn more about Richard, go to https://richardspegal.com/ or by following his social media pages.
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/richardpspegal/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/richardspegalbooks/

Want to be a guest on Southern Reads? Send Noah May a message on PodMatch, here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/southernreads

Check out my website https://www.noahspodcasts.com to learn more about this podcast and my other podcasts, plus additional information and content!
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Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/southern.reads
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@southern.reads
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LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/noah-c-may
YouTube: https://youtube.com/@noahspodcasts
Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/southernreadss
StoryGraph: https://app.thestorygraph.com/profile/southernreads
Fable: https://fable.co/fabler/noah-358536638440
Margins: https://margins.app/u/ec759fc488fe40eebfd4557e05bbbacf
For inquiries and collaborations, email me at: [email protected]
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23min
June 15, 2026The Gamer Who Wrote a Kingdom (feat. Richard Sparks)
In this episode of Southern Reads, I chat with Richard Sparks.
| Guest Highlight |
Richard was a comedy writer for iconic British shows like Not the Nine O’Clock News and The Secret Policeman’s Ball, collaborating with legends including Rowan Atkinson and John Cleese. Now, he's the author of the New Rock fantasy series, including his latest release New Rock New Rules.
| Where to Connect |
To learn more about Richard, go to https://richardsparks.com/ or by following his social media platforms.
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61550662994731
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@RichardSparks_author
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/richardsparks_author/
Threads: https://www.threads.com/@richardsparks_author
Substack: https://substack.com/@richardsparks

Want to be a guest on Southern Reads? Send Noah May a message on PodMatch, here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/southernreads

Check out my website https://www.noahspodcasts.com to learn more about this podcast and my other podcasts, plus additional information and content!
Feel free to follow the podcast on social media as well!
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/southern.reads
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@southern.reads
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/noahspodcasts
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LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/noah-c-may
YouTube: https://youtube.com/@noahspodcasts
Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/southernreadss
StoryGraph: https://app.thestorygraph.com/profile/southernreads
Fable: https://fable.co/fabler/noah-358536638440
Margins: https://margins.app/u/ec759fc488fe40eebfd4557e05bbbacf
For inquiries and collaborations, email me at: [email protected]
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27min
June 12, 2026From Toxic to Thriving (feat. JoAnn Fawcett)
In this episode of Southern Reads, I chat with JoAnn Fawcett.
| Guest Highlight |
JoAnn dramatically changed her life over the last 30 years. Seven toxic marriages included abuse, divorce, and death, and being a prison wife. She is the author of three books with the theme of "From Toxic to Thriving" that share her personal journey of healing, finding her voice, and creating her best life.
| Where to Connect |
To learn more about JoAnn, go to http://www.joannfawcett.com/ or by following her social media pages.
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jo.a.richards.5
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jo-ann-richards-a7b9b832/

Want to be a guest on Southern Reads? Send Noah May a message on PodMatch, here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/southernreads

Check out my website https://www.noahspodcasts.com to learn more about this podcast and my other podcasts, plus additional information and content!
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Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/southern.reads
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@southern.reads
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/noahspodcasts
X/Twitter: https://x.com/noahspodcasts
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/noah-c-may
YouTube: https://youtube.com/@noahspodcasts
Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/southernreadss
StoryGraph: https://app.thestorygraph.com/profile/southernreads
Fable: https://fable.co/fabler/noah-358536638440
Margins: https://margins.app/u/ec759fc488fe40eebfd4557e05bbbacf
For inquiries and collaborations, email me at: [email protected]
...more
23min

FAQs about Southern Reads:

How many episodes does Southern Reads have?

The podcast currently has 83 episodes available.