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GAB TALKS
Author interviews with Gabby Olczak, president of the INDEPENDENT PRESS AWARD. Announced every spring, IPA recognizes the best independent press books globally. independentPressAward.com In the fall, the NYC Big Book Award, nycBigBookAward.com, takes book submissions from all publishers and authors, including those published by the Big 5 publishing houses, and awards the best books and audiobooks in over 100 categories. To find out more, visit the websites, or email…
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Roselyn Teukolsky THE FOURTH WOMAN (Madeline Geiger Thrillers)
What happens when intelligence, technology, and human vulnerability collide? For author Roselyn Teukolsky, these tensions are the perfect foundation for…
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This Birdie Told Me
The Gab Talks with Ashley P. Moseley, author of This Birdie Told Me Soar into the rainforest with a wise and colorful guide - the macaw - and discover the…
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Missing Pieces: A Terrorist Attack Survivor’s Memoir of Trauma, Resilience, and Healing
The Gab Talks speaks with Christiane Scarpino, author of "Missing Pieces"___Missing Pieces: A Terrorist Attack Survivor’s Memoir of Trauma, Resilience, and…
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Secrets II Vengeance & Revenge
Printed Word Reviews just compared her recent work to that of Harlan Coben and B.A. Paris."'Secrets II: Vengeance & Revenge' is an emotionally charged domestic…
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GAB TALKS with Mireya Saldúa
Fun Day with Misa (Un día divertido con Misa)A Bilingual Children's Book About a Little Puppy with a Big Heartby Mireya Saldúa Excerpt from the Printed Word…
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GAB TALKS with Craig Ford
Craig is the author of three different book series with a total of six books currently with more in the works. These series are A Hacker I Am, Foresight and…
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GAB TALKS with R. Luce
R. Luce is a contemporary American author and poet whose emotionally raw, socially conscious work spans fiction, poetry, and drama. By blending sharp, lyrical…
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GAB TALKS with Stephanie Boag
Live from BookCAMP, The Gab Talks features Stephanie Boag, author of the Sticky Pineapple book series and a fertility advocate. Her work focuses on giving a…
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The GAB TALKS with J. Chester Johnson
GAB TALKS with J. Chester Johnson, author of Reading Whispers A conversation with NYC Big Book Award-winning J. Chester Johnson, he discusses his new book. In…
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GAB TALKS with Sara Fanfarillo, author of Everlasting
Live from BookCAMP, The Gab Talks features debut YA fantasy author Sara Fanfarillo, whose captivating work recently earned her a NYC Big Book Award…
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The Gab Talks with Gisella Rose
On this episode of The Gab Talks, we’re so pleased to welcome Gisela Rose, author of "Elixir, A Journey into Ancestral Alchemology," winner of the 2025 New…
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The GAB TALKS with Jeremy Clift
Independent Press Award: GAB TALKS with Jeremy Clift Jeremy Clift is the author of Born in Space and Space Vault: The Seed Eclipse in his Sci-Fi Galaxy series…
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Independent Press Award: GAB TALKS with Michael Dow, RN, MS, MHA, MSM, author of the Nurse Florence® Educational Series
Dow Creative Enterprises (DCE) creates accessible medical education books for children, simplifying complex medical information and terms. Join Gabby Olczak…
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NYC Big Book Award: GAB TALKS with Ivona Olofsson, author of The Soul of War: Ukraine – Where Every Step Tells Their Story.
NYC Big Book Award WINNER in the Cultural Heritage category The Soul of War is a profoundly moving account of the human face of conflict, told through the eyes…
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NYC Big Book Award: GAB TALKS with Michael C. Higgins, PhD, author of Exploring Wine Regions - Mexico
Does México make wine? Yes. Any good? Very good. While México is famous for producing Tequila, this book opens our eyes to high-quality Méxican wines. And the…
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Independent Press Award: GAB TALKS with Dr. Sherrie Poitier-Liscombe
Dr. Sherrie Poitier-Liscombe is the creative force behind The Adventures of Sherrie and Chubbie, bringing a wealth of experience in writing and…
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Gab Talks with Anita Selzer
On this episode of the Gab Talks we have the pleasure of chatting with Australian author Anita Selzer. This is Anita’s second visit with the Gab Talks and we…
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Independent Press Award: GAB TALKS with Dr. Susan Agbenoto, author of "New Wine: A Journey into refueling your life"
New Wine, A journey into refueling your life in the spirit Book review: https://www.printedwordreviews.com/bookreviews/9798890430519 Welcome to an enlightening…
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Independent Press Award: GAB TALKS with Sam L Feldman
Feldman speaks about his short stories collection that takes place during the Sexual Revolution, (60’s & 70’s), when attitudes towards sex and morality are…
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Debut novelist Sarah Lynn discusses her award-winning book "Between the Lines" with Independent Press Award's president Gabby Olczak.
2022 NYC Big Book Award Distinguished Favorite New Fiction (First-time Published): Eva is a young woman living her dream life as a photographer at a wildly…
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Independent Press Award: GAB TALKS with Dr. Lynsey Victoria
This book was written by Dr. Lynsey Victoria Rinelli, an Emergency Veterinarian. A Wagner College graduate with a BS focused in Biology and Psychology. She…
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Independent Press Award: GAB TALKS with Ann M. Mracek
"Unpacking the Attic" by Ann M. Mracek Does your inner child still carry hurt and longing for acceptance? Does the experience of childhood impact who we are…
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NYC Big Book Award: GAB TALKS with R.w. Meek
The Dream Collector is an exploration of the psychological consequences of betrayal, abandonment--and the redemptive power of art. Listen and see more author…
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Independent Press Award: GAB TALKS with Anita Selzer, author of The Female Gaze
Anita Selzer speaks the female gaze and its impact on the female representation in photography and art. Historically, male artists have re-presented women…
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Independent Press Award: GAB TALKS with Lee Woodman
Lee Woodman successfully helped bring the world of art and literary arts to America over the past five decades. Her award-winning television and radio…
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Independent Press Award: GAB TALKS with Michael Dow, RN, MS, MHA, MSM, author of the Nurse Florence® Educational Series.
Dow Creative Enterprises (DCE) creates accessible medical education books for children, simplifying complex medical information and terms. Join Gabby Olczak…
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NYC Big Book Award: GAB TALKS with Christina Vitagliano
"Sharing one’s entire life story is no easy task; not for me, not for anyone. I grew up in the ’70s, before the age of information, cell phones, social media…
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NYC Big Book Award: GAB TALKS with G.E. Poole
How could a book challenge nearly everything you have been led or conditioned to believe about life and reality and still confirm what a part of you has always…
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NYC Big Book Award: GAB TALKS with Dr. Kimberly Harms
"What’s your legacy?" Prepare loved ones emotionally. We all know the importance of life insurance to make certain our loved ones are financially secure after…
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GAB TALKS with Robin Reams, author of "Unlocking Blackbeard's Skeletons"; "Aboard Blackbeard's Queen"
Award-winning Author Robin Reams sits down to speak with the GabTalks Podcast Host and President of the Independent Press Award Gabby Olczak to discuss her…
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Independent Press Award: GAB TALKS with Jim Reiman
Negotiations may be complex; negotiating is not! Creating options and choosing which to pursue (and how to pursue them) is what distinguishes the skilled and…
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Independent Press Award: GAB TALKS with Jeanine Thompson
As a former Fortune 50 executive and clinical psychotherapist, Rapid Transformational Therapy Practitioner, Reiki Master, and Certified High Performance Coach…
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Independent Press Award: GAB TALKS with Laurel Anne Hill
Thirty-nine interpretations of one word: detachment. Every two years, Fault Zone editors challenge writers to stretch their imaginations in response to a…
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Independent Press Award: GAB TALKS with Jennifer Nash
"A must-read for anyone aspiring to lead in today's complex business environment" - Dan P. In a post-pandemic world where adaptability, empathy, and human…
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GAB TALKS with Vito DiBarone, author of BOTHERATION: Part One: The Missing Link
DiBarone's discusses his Botheration series. Although there are elements of adventure and science-fiction, his books address universal adolescent issues such…
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GAB TALKS with Dr. Josh McConkey, author of Be the Weight Behind the Spear
A Distinguished Favorite in the Motivation category for the Independent Press Award. With 20 years of working in America's emergency rooms & 22 years of…
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GAB TALKS with Michael C. Higgins, PhD, author of the Exploring Wine Regions series
Exploring Wine Regions - California Central Coast by Michael C. Higgins, PhD Independent Press Award 2024 Winner in Coffee-table Book; Gift Books; and Travel…
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Independent Press Award: GAB TALKS with Beth Ann Hooper
A hauntingly true tale, embarks on a 21-year journey alongside Jane, a budding scholar. Through her PhD research on the literary giants T.S. Eliot and Ezra…
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GAB TALKS with Etty Burk, author of Aaron the Different - A Story of Courage, Belonging, and Acceptance
A 2024 Independent Press Award Distinguished Favorite recipient This uplifting and beautifully illustrated story is a catalyst for important discussions with…
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GAB TALKS with Michael Dow, publisher of the Nurse Florence Series
Michael Dow updates us on his ambitious publishing program. 2024 Independent Press Award: The Nurse Florence® book series provides quality medical information…
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GAB TALKS with Barbara Lane, author of Broken Water
Barbara Lane speaks with the GAB TALKS about 11 sisters who navigated through a childhood filled with abuse, neglect, and separation in the foster care system.
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GAB TALKS with Elaine Bapis, author of Valter ...
Bapis shares her five plus years collaboration with Valter, on this beautifully illustrated coffee-table book, wonderful historical context and prose, and…
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NYC Big Book Award: GAB TALKS with Kori Reed, author of MEN-IN-THE-MIDDLE: Conversations to Gain Momentum with Gender Equity's Silent Majority
INCLUSION IN THE OFFICE “Well researched and written, Reed’s work is a ‘call to arms’ for males trying to make sense of the #MeToo movement. Bravo!” —William…
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NYC Big Book Award: GAB TALKS with Terence Ang, author of Emerging From the Dark: Stroke...The Untold Stories
“Emerging From the Dark: Stroke...The Untold Stories,” by Terence Ang, is a collection of illustrated stories of people in all stages of stroke recovery. Ang…
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GAB TALKS with Todd Wade, author of Cybercrime, publisher BCS
Cybercrime is a sad, ever-developing reality of our digital lives. Cybercriminals are ruthless and know how to use persuasion and manipulation to get what they…
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GAB TALKS with T.L. Bequette, author of A Long Time Dead
Bequette has penned another riveting thriller "A Long Time Dead" that rewards the reader with a signature twist at the finale. A decade ago, it had been…
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GAB TALKS with Joseph Howse, author of The Girl in the Water
“A resilient coming-of-age story … The author includes emotional, compelling scenes with every character, as each one has been dealt a vastly different hand of…
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Why is the right to life so important? GAB TALKS with Stephen P. Fish, author of A Call to Reform, who reframes the conversation to focus on the why.
Why is the right to life so important? Stephen P. Fish, author of A Call to Reform, reframes the conversation to focus on the why. See more at…
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GAB TALKS with Lee Woodman, author of the SCAPES poetry series
For 45 years, Lee Woodman successfully helped bring the world of art and literary arts to America. Her award-winning television and radio production work with…
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GAB TALKS with Alan Sidransky, author of Incident at San Miguel
Incident at San Miguel: release date: May 19th Havana, Cuba. December 1958. Two brothers find themselves on opposite sides of Castro’s revolution. One dark…
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GAB TALKS with Stephen P. Fish, author of A Call to Reform, who shares his thoughts on immigration reform.
Is Title 42 going to end? With the end of the national emergency that the U.S. government declared for the COVID-19 pandemic, May 11 is set to be the final day…
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GAB TALKS with M. Timothy Murray, author of the Thumar Saga
Subscribe to the NYC Big Book Award & Independent Press Award YouTube Channel http://youtube.com/c/IndependentPressAwardSpringNYCBigBookAwardFall Read our…
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GAB TALKS with Steve Procko, author of Rebel Correspondent
Independent Press Award: GAB TALKS with Steve Procko, author of Rebel Correspondent Rebel Correspondent by Steve Procko is the true story of a young man who…
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GAB TALKS with Shelly Frome, author of Shadow of the Gypsy
A member of Mystery Writers of America. Shelly has had an illustrious career. He speaks about his book "Shadow of a Gypsy," and shares insight into his writing…
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GAB TALKS with Craig Morgan Porter Rollins, author of PABLO: The Plate Painter of Mazatlan
Pablo is a little boy that loves to draw and paint and his mother introduces him to a painter that teaches young Pablo how to become a great painter. The story…
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GAB TALKS with Michael Dow, author of The Nurse Florence® book series, now over 40 titles in multiple languages
How do you make the word Polymicrogyria less intimidating and understandable? Michael Dow, RN, MS, MHA, MSM, a nurse himself, feels sometimes only a nurse can…
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GAB TALKS with Don Berg, author of Schooling For Holistic Equity: How To Manage the Hidden Curriculum for K-12
What Is Schooling for Holistic Equity About? There is no question that the American education system is in crisis. There is a significant risk that the…
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GAB TALKS with Timothy J Brown PH.D., author of No One Cheers for Goliath: My Leadership Story
NYC Big Book Award: GAB TALKS with Timothy J Brown PH.D. No One Cheers for Goliath chronicles the obstacles overcome and the leadership lessons learned by…
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GAB TALKS with Dr. Barbara Koltuska-Haskin, author of How My Brain Works: A Guide to Understanding It Better and Keeping It Healthy
Ever found yourself making "stupid mistakes"? Maybe searching for the right word or feeling just slower than in the past? You think 'there's something wrong'…
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GAB TALKS with Michael Dow, author of The Nurse Florence® book series
The Nurse Florence® book series provides quality medical information for children. Author Michael Dow says by introducing young kids to correct terminology and…