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The Fresh Fiction Podcast
Conversations about what you’re reading, what you’re watching, and what you’re listening to
Episodes
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Film & TV Ep. 8 | 'Furiosa' (Extended Review), 'Hit Man' & 'Trying' Season 4 (feat. Rafe Spall & Esther Smith)
Fresh Fiction's Preston Barta and James Cole Clay and Dan Moran (of the Fear & Loathing in Cinema Podcast) discuss the latest in entertainment, including…
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Meet Jeff Zentner | Author of 'Colton Gentry's Third Act'
We're chatting with Jeff Zentner, author of COLTON GENTRY'S THIRD ACT. Join this lively conversation about his work! ABOUT THE AUTHOR: Jeff Zentner is the…
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Film & TV Ep. 7 | 'IF', 'Babes', 'The Strangers: Chapter 1' & 'The Big Cigar' (feat. cast and showrunners)
Fresh Fiction's Preston Barta, James Cole Clay and Courtney Howard discuss the latest in entertainment, including what's happening at the cinema and on…
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Meet Susan C. Shea | Author of 'Murder and the Missing Dog'
We're chatting with Susan C. Shea, author of MURDER AND THE MISSING DOG. Join us for a lively conversation about her work! ABOUT THE AUTHOR: Susan C. Shea…
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Film & TV Ep. 6 | 'The Last Stop in Yuma County' (feat. director Francis Galluppi), 'Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes' and 'The Dry' Films
Fresh Fiction's Preston Barta and James Cole Clay are here to bring you the latest updates on what's happening in the world of cinema and television. So, sit…
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Let's Chat about "Bad Reputations" with Xio Axelrod
We're chatting with Xio Axelrod, author of GIRLS WITH BAD REPUTATIONS. ABOUT THE AUTHOR: Xio Axelrod is a USA Today bestselling author of award-winning…
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Meet Joanna Davidson Politano | Author of 'The Elusive Truth of Lily Temple'
We're chatting with Joanna Davidson Politano, author of THE ELUSIVE TRUTH OF LILY TEMPLE. Join us for a lively conversation about her work! ABOUT THE AUTHOR…
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Meet Lisa Gardner | Author of 'Still See You Everywhere'
We're chatting with Lisa Gardner, author of STILL SEE YOU EVERYWHERE. Join us for a lively conversation about her work! ABOUT THE AUTHOR: Lisa Gardner, a No. 1…
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Film & TV Ep. 5 | 'The Fall Guy,' 'The Idea of You' (feat. director Michael Showalter) and 'The Big Door Prize' (feat. show runner David West Read and stars Chris O'Dowd & Josh Segarra)
Fresh Fiction's Preston Barta and James Cole Clay are here to bring you the latest updates on what's happening in the world of cinema and television. So, sit…
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Meet Jennifer Deibel | Author of 'The Irish Matchmaker'
We're chatting with Jennifer Deibel, author of THE IRISH MATCHMAKER. Join us for a lively conversation about romance and mystery! ABOUT THE AUTHOR: Jennifer…
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Film & TV Ep. 4 | Taylor Swift, ‘Challengers’ and ‘Humane’ (feat. director Caitlin Cronenberg)
Fresh Fiction's Preston Barta and James Cole Clay are here to bring you the latest updates on what's happening in the world of cinema and television. In…
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Film & TV Ep. 3 | 'Sasquatch Sunset' (feat. directors David & Nathan Zellner) and 'Earthsounds' (feat. producer Sam Hodgson and scientists Beth Goodwin & Bourhan Yassin)
On episode 3, Fresh Fiction's Preston Barta and James Cole Clay discuss what's happening this week at the cinema and on television. We also have filmmaker and…
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Meet Vivienne Lorret | Author of 'It Had to Be a Duke'
We're chatting with Vivienne Lorret, author of IT HAD TO BE A DUKE. ABOUT THE AUTHOR: USA Today bestselling author VIVIENNE LORRET transforms copious amounts…
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Film & TV Ep. 2 | 'Arcadian' (feat. Jaeden Martell & Maxwell Jenkins ) & 'Girls State' (feat. directors Amanda McBaine & Jesse Moss)
On episode 2, Fresh Fiction's Preston Barta and James Cole Clay discuss what's happening this week at the cinema and at home on the tube. We also have…
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Meet Michel Prince | Author of 'Tempered Beats'
We're chatting with Michel Prince, author of TEMPERED BEATS. Join us for a lively conversation about mystery. ABOUT THE AUTHOR: USA Today Bestselling author…
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Film & TV Ep. 1 | 'Parachute' (feat. Brittany Snow) & 'Loot' SSN 2 (feat. creators Alan Yang & Matthew Hubbard)
Fresh Fiction Podcast is expanding to the world of film and television! For our debut episode, Fresh Fiction's Preston Barta and James Cole Clay discuss what's…
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Delight with Jayne Ann Krentz
We talked with Jayne about the latest in her suspense series, Lost Night Files. The Night Island Lost Night Files Berkley January 2024 On Sale: January 9, 2024…
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Meet Katie Ruggle | Author of 'FISH OUT OF WATER'
We're buzzing with excitement to chat with Katie Ruggle about her splash hit, FISH OUT OF WATER. It's not just about romance. Katie's not your everyday author…
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Go behind the secrets with David McClosky
This week, we're chatting with David McCloskey, author of MOSCOW X. We had a lively conversation about espionage and mystery! Take advantage of all North Texas…
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Meet the hilarious and knowledgeable Dakota Cassidy
This week, we're chatting with Dakota Cassidy, author of JINGLE ALL THE SLAY. Evening Rundown (all times CT): 7:00 pm - informal chitchat and icebreaker with…
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Meet Katie Reus -- celebrate Christmas with a Hitman
Fresh Fiction is joined by #KatieReus, the bestselling author of the grumpy-sunshine romance 'HOW THE Hitman Stole Christmas.' In the interview, we discuss…
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Meet Stefanie London
For #VideoBookClub this month, Fresh Fiction was joined by #StefanieLondon, a multi-award-winning and USA Today bestselling author. Video Book Club is a great…
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Meet Pippa Grant
This week, we're chatting with Pippa Grant, author of THE GOSSIP AND THE GRUMP. Join us for a lively conversation about romance and laughter. ABOUT THE AUTHOR…
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Chat with Tammy L. Grace
Listen in to our interview with Tammy L. Grace as she talks about her series, Sisters of the Heart, set in Lavender Valley.
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Meet Matt Coyle
Interview with mystery writer Matt Coyle, author of the Rick Cahill series.
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Mini-Ep: Julia Quinn Talks Queen Charlotte
Vibe Check Gwen has finally moved, and she is traveling for work for the next two weeks!! Danielle is enjoying this blip of springtime in Chicagoland! * Julia…
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Spring 2023 Media with Susan Kamyab
Vibe Check We’re joined this week by entertainment critic and first repeat FF Pod guest, Susan Kamyab! Coming off of a busy awards season, Susan is enjoying…
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Pop Culture Fantasy + Jennifer Estep Interview
Vibe Check Gwen has a lot of upcoming travel and is moving! She is glad to have gotten over her recent cold. Danielle had a lot of things to do over the last…
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Escaping with Intent to the Highlands with Rochelle Billow
Vibe Check Yr girls are busy this week with work, writing, and life. But we are getting prepped for Rihanna (and the Super Bowl). Gwen made Death by Chocolate…
The Fresh Fiction PodcastTruth in Fiction + Krystal Marquis Interview
Vibe Check Gwen and Danielle have both had sort of rough weeks, but we’re getting through it! Gwen has been going to bed early and Danielle successfully…
The Fresh Fiction Podcast2023 Intentions & Goals
Vibe Check Happy 2023, Everyone! Danielle and Gwen are both getting over colds, and catching up after the holidays. But Danielle got to meet her best friend’s…
The Fresh Fiction PodcastFaves of 2022 + Gift Exchange
Vibe Check We’re ready for the holidays! Also, it’s COLD. Danielle has finished her Christmas shopping and Gwen attended TWO Christmas markets. * Faves of 2022…
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2022 Gift Guide + Goal Check-In
Vibe Check It’s cold in Chicagoland and Seattle, but Danielle and Gwen are staying cozy. Danielle hosted a couple of great bookstore events this week, while…
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Classic Romance Book Club: BORN IN FIRE by Nora Roberts
Vibe Check Gwen is prepping for more travel, but is excited to go back to Texas for Readers & ‘Ritas. She also scheduled a haircut while she’s there! Danielle…
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We Put a Spell on You: HOCUS POCUS 2 Recap + Review
Vibe Check After all of her recent traveling, Gwen got sick last week! But she is recovered and was able to finalize the program for Fresh Fiction’s Readers &…
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Witchy Wishes: Host Check-In + Celestine Martin Interview
Vibe Check Gwen has been all over the country, and she survived almost a full month of constant travel. Danielle is doing well, but is tired! Our family’s fall…
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We LOVE Mess! Messy Characters and Denise Williams Interview
Vibe Check Gwen is doing a lot of reflecting, and successfully booked a hotel for her upcoming trip to NYC. Danielle is getting used to back to school and…
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What We’re Looking Forward To for Fall 2022!
Hi, It’s future Gwen. Danielle and I planned to take the month of September off, but leave you with a few episodes before the hiatus. Life got in the way of…
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SHOW TITLE: POP CULTURE BAKING + RUBY BARRETT INTERVIEW!
Vibe Check THE ACCIDENTAL PINUP by Danielle Jackson has finally arrived! It has been a whirlwind week; Danielle’s Instagram has all the details…
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The Accidental Pinup is Here! + Interview with Danielle Jackson
Vibe Check We took a break and feel great! But we’re so happy to be back!! Danielle is attempting to go on vacation and release a book and work at the bookshop…
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A Caribbean Heiress in Paris Book Club!
Vibe Check We’re both doing our best to deal with the news, but Gwen has a very clean apartment after getting a new Dyson cordless vacuum, and Danielle has…
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Summer Host Check-In + Christina Lauren Interview
Vibe Check Danielle has a cold but finished book 2! Gwen is nervous and excited to go on a work retreat and outlining her schedule in her journal has helped…
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Page-to-Screen Adaptations + Abby Jimenez Interview
Vibe Check Gwen is feeling cozy! Danielle is tired! Gwen washed and put away all of her clothes after her big move; Danielle made her family pound cake for…
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Pop Culture Weddings + Mia Sosa Interview
Vibe Check It’s Spring Break and Danielle is in the thick of book 2 revisions! Also, everyone should check out ALL MY RAGE by Sabaa Tahir. Gwen is MOVING and…
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SELF-CARE + KATE SPENCER INTERVIEW
Vibe Check Gwen has been traveling and booked movers! Danielle has been going outside and started working on more book 2 revisions! * Main Discussion Self-care…
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Oscar Predictions + Kristy Woodson Harvey Interview
Vibe Check It’s cold and dreary in both Washington and Illinois. Gwen has found a new apartment and Danielle hosted two events: a virtual event with Lauren…
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Quote-Unquote Cool Girls + Mia P. Manansala Interview
Vibe Check It has been... a week, LOL! Gwen is going to her first concert in a while—Eddie Vedder! Danielle did a virtual event with friend of the pod Jessica…
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Black Romance We Love + Interview with Jessica P. Pryde!
Vibe Check Gwen is busy but making lists, and took the time to relax by going on a long drive to see the snow. Danielle is being lazy on purpose but did some…
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IT’S A VIBE!: Host check-in & Early 2022 Media Recs
Vibe Check D and G are both feeling Mercury in retrograde. Danielle hosted a small family get-together for her husband’s birthday and Gwen made dinner at home…
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Pop Culture, but Make It Fashion + Interview with Mimi Matthews
Vibe Check Danielle and Gwen are both basking in the afterglow of taking time away over the holidays and disconnecting! Danielle has been taking care of her…
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Everything We Loved in 2021!
Vibe Check Danielle and Gwen both can’t sleep and are very tired. No one at Fresh Fiction told Danielle about her book’s cover reveal and it went really well…
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Holiday Entertainment + Roan Parrish Interview
Vibe Check Gwen is on a mission to get her cart back! She has not gone to jail and this is a major achievement. Danielle feels accomplished, but is still busy…
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Thanksgiving + Listener Requests!
Vibe Check Gwen is BOOSTED! And she is glad she has planned for Thanksgiving in advance. Danielle is working through THE ACCIDENTAL PINUP’s pass pages and book…
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Pop Culture Pets + Lucy Gilmore Interview
Vibe Check Gwen is leaning into Daylight saving. Danielle did a whole bunch of stuff but still feels like she didn’t “do” anything. Gwen learned the importance…
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Special Halloween Episode + Suleikha Snyder Interview
CALL TO ACTION: For our “listener request” show in November, send us a note at podcast@freshfiction.com and let us know what you want us to talk about: advice…
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A Riches of Witches + Lana Harper!
Vibe Check We want to hear from you! For our Thanksgiving episode, we want our listeners to tell us what to talk about! Email podcast@freshfiction.com with…
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Swoonworthy Second Chance Romance + Diana Biller
Vibe Check D had a busy week dealing with her daughter’s cold, but she was able to see her new, grown-up friends! G’s mom is visiting her in WA and she got to…
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Write the thing! Writing in Pop-Culture + Author Naima Simone
It’s Gwen’s Birthday week!!!!!!!!! She also put together one of the new desks in her home and it’s making things feel complete. Danielle participated in…
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“Ah, I love trailers” Anticipated Fall and Winter Books, Movies, and TV + Guest Susan Kamyab
Vibe Check Danielle has seen a book cover! And it’s great! Gwen cleaned out her freezer! Our guest, Susan, wrote two reviews of upcoming movies for her…
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Celebrity Culture & Entertainment + Jennet Alexander
Gwen had a harrowing adventure this week, but has a new mattress to show for it! Danielle planned two birthday parties and is the mother of a 7 yr. old! They…