Sofia Robleda
Wine, Women and Words
We chat with debut author Sofia Robleda about her book Daughter of Fire. We also chat about bad reviews and the fact that Sofia and Diana have a shared agent. Pick up your copy here: https://bookshop.org/a/55881/9781662517976
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The Briar Club with Kate Quinn
Wine, Women and Words
In this episode we chat with Kate Quinn about all the things that went into making her latest novel, The Briar Club. From the lavender scare in the 1950s, to the recipes included in the book. We even find out what a character's exclamation is. Support our podcast: https://ko-fi.com/winewomenwordspodcast Be sure to pick up your copy of The Briar Club: https://bookshop.org/a/55881/9780063244740
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Jasmin Iolani Hakes
Wine, Women and Words
We sit down with Jasmin and talk about her latest novel Hula (Now available on paperback). In this discussion we explore her research into her native Hawaiian history, the importance of Historical fiction and responsible tourism. Get your copy here: Help support our podcast: https://ko-fi.com/winewomenwordspodcast
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One Last Word with Suzanne Park
Wine, Women and Words
In addition to our book chat, we talk about comedy, romance tropes, and friends ghosting. Pick up your copy here: Support our podcast by buying us a cup of coffee: https://ko-fi.com/winewomenwordspodcast
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Jennifer J. Chow and Ill-Fated Fortune
Wine, Women and Words
Michele makes a point of reminding all of us that we are discussing fictional murder in this episode. Jennifer talks about the surprising history of the fortune cookie; where we can learn more about plotting our fictional murder and what makes a cozy mystery. Pick up your copy of Jennifer's book here: https://bookshop.org/a/55881/9781250323033 Jennifer's Blog: Sisters in Crime: https://www.sistersincrime.org/
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Sophie Wan and The Women of Good Fortune
Wine, Women and Words
We sit down with Sophie Wan to talk about her new book The Women of Good Fortune, the challenge of writing a good heist and the importance of having a good team behind you. Pick up your copy here: https://bookshop.org/a/55881/9781525804304
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Gareth Brown
Wine, Women and Words
Diana gets to sit down and chat with author Gareth Brown about The Book of Doors. We discuss the importance of first lines, writing during the pandemic and how to write the best book you can. Pick up your copy here: https://bookshop.org/p/books/the-book-of-doors-gareth-brown/20297550?ean=9780063323988
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Paulette Kennedy
Wine, Women and Words
We chat with Paulette Kennedy about her latest book, The Devil and Mrs. Davenport. Diana and Paulette talk about their shared fundamentalist past, agency, and we get a stark reminder that the 90s was more that 10 years ago. Pick up your copy here: https://bookshop.org/a/55881/9781662514883
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Chanel Cleeton and House on Biscayne Bay
Wine, Women and Words
We chat with Chanel about her upcoming book House on Biscayne Bay, along with some of the history of that time-period. Diana and Chanel fangirl over the Scrivener drafting program and our current favorite book series. Pre-order your copy of The House on Biscayne Bay here: Help support our podcast: https://ko-fi.com/winewomenwordspodcast
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Rita Woods and The Last Dreamwalker
Wine, Women and Words
We are chatting with Rita Woods about her most recent book, The Last Dreamwalker. In addition to having a mini writer's workshop, we discuss the Gula culture and it's influence on the book. Pick up your copy here: Help support Wine, Women and Words: https://bookshop.org/a/55881/9781250805621
info_outlineAlma Katsu joins us to discuss "The Fervor," her latest historical horror novel set in the Japanese American internment camps during WWII. We dive into the history behind the novel (and which character was pulled right out of history), her research and how she approached it, the jorogumo and Japanese folkore and so much more.
Be sure to check out our shop on Bookshop.org to be able to help support independent bookstores and this podcast. You can find "The Fervor" under 'Featured Books' and our June title, "The Candid Life of Meena Dave" by Namrata Patel in our 'Book of the Month' shop.