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Books & Martinis Podcast
We felt a new year called for new a chapter 📖 YOU asked and we listened!! Our podcast 🎧 will now be exclusively dedicated to books!!! You’re welcome ☺️ Our platform will now solely focus on lifting, empowering, and supporting authors, writers, and book lovers everywhere ✨ It will spotlight all writers: Indie authors, novelists, journalists, screenwriters, poets, and more. We will talk about their inspiration, experiences, process, and everything in between 🎧🎙️ Don’t worry though, we will still…
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Books & Martinis PodcastFrom the Navy to the Novel with Author Thomas M. Wing
What happens when real-world military experience meets the imagination of a novelist? We dive into that question with author Thomas M. Wing, whose decades of…
Books & Martinis PodcastFrom the Stage to the Sound Booth with Narrator Eric Lockley
We had such a great time chatting with Eric! He's one of those creatives who seems to have a million things happening at once and somehow makes it all look…
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Seven Years in Darkness with Author Joseph Schmalke
This week on Books & Martinis, we’re hanging out with Joseph Schmalke: comic book creator, writer, illustrator, graphic artist, and publisher with a seriously…
Books & Martinis PodcastWing Leader and Actor, Gabriel Michael Mustin
Ever wondered what it takes to bring your favorite fictional men to life? We're sitting down with actor and audiobook narrator Gabriel Michael Mustin, the…
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The Voice Behind Xaden Riorson, Wing Leader and Actor, Gabriel Michael Mustin
Ever wondered what it takes to bring your favorite fictional men to life? We're sitting down with actor and audiobook narrator Gabriel Michael Mustin, the…
Books & Martinis PodcastFrom Brooklyn to Hot Cosmic Aliens with Author Priya Nembhard
This week on the podcast, we’re turning the spotlight on our very own, Priya Nembhard—author, podcast host, and creator of Between Beasts & the Stars! Priya…
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Angels of the Empyrean Trilogy with Author Sara Schaller
In this episode of Books & Martinis, we chat with author Sara M. Schaller, creator of The Empyrean Trilogy. Sara shares how her background in English, Art…
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From ABC News to bestselling dreams with Author Caila Klaiss
What happens when a longtime 20/20 producer trades true crime for fiction? Author Caila Klaiss joins Books & Martinis to talk about taking the leap from…
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What happened to 2026?? Book Club recap!
We know, we know - it's the end of September, and yes, Mad Mabel has been so much fun reading this month, but we also had to recap 2026, so far! Why is the…
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Booktok Baddie, Author Gretchen Powell Fox
We had SO much fun hanging out with author Gretchen Powell Fox! 💜 Gretchen is the author of the Shattered Crown romantasy series, which combines fantasy…
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Get Lost in Rise & Ruin with Author JJ Kang
What happens when a routine job in the far reaches of space turns into a battle that could change the fate of an entire universe? Well… you probably don't get…
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Escape to Finlestia with Author Z.S. Diamanti
In this episode of the Books & Martinis Podcast, we’re hanging out with award-winning fantasy author Z.S. Diamanti! 🍸📚 We dive into his upcoming cozy fantasy…
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Summer Reading Challenge - How did we do??
Did we read all the books we said we were going to read?? We have been struggling to keep up with authors' books, book club, our personal faves, and our…
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Romantasy Book Boyfriend, Narrator Anthony Palmini
Anthony Palmini: The Voice Behind Your Favorite Book Boyfriends What happens when an actor, improv comedian, and storyteller steps behind the microphone and…
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Dark Academia At Its Finest - Heir of Prophecy by Analeigh Sbrana
In this episode, we're joined by bestselling fantasy author Analeigh Sbrana to celebrate her upcoming novel, Heir of Prophecy, releasing August 25th. We chat…
Books & Martinis PodcastBehind The GwenSeven Saga: A Conversation with Author April Adams
Join us as we chat with author April Adams, creator of The GwenSeven Saga! April takes us behind the scenes of her captivating series, sharing her inspiration…
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Summer Book Club Picks
We have a few fan favorites this summer for our book clubbers. Including The Calamity Club, Lady Tremaine, and Eat the Cake. So whether you're headed to the…
Books & Martinis PodcastBringing Characters to Life with Andre Santana
Have you ever wondered what goes into creating an unforgettable audiobook? In this episode of Books & Martinis, we're joined by the incredibly talented…
Books & Martinis PodcastStarship LitCrew & Publishing with Priya
Ever wonder what really happens before a book launches? In this episode, Mercy and I pull back the curtain on everything that's been happening behind the…
Books & Martinis PodcastEat the Cake! Grief, Second Chances & Italy with Annie Cathryn
We're so excited to welcome Annie Cathryn back to the Books & Martinis Podcast! 🎉 It always feels like catching up with an old friend, and this conversation is…
Books & Martinis PodcastBehind the Book: Rebecca Fallon Discusses Family Drama
One of our favorite things about hosting Books & Martinis is getting to sit down with authors and talk about the stories behind the stories. This week, we had…
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The Vermilion Sea by Author Megan Chance
What does it really take to build a successful career as a traditionally published author? In this episode of Books & Martinis Podcast, we sit down with…
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Here Lie All The Boys... w Author Emma Simmerman
What happens when heartbreak becomes the beginning of a new story? In this episode of Books & Martinis, we're joined by author Emma Simmerman to discuss her…
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A June Worth Reading
Confession: one of our favorite parts of doing the Books & Martinis Podcast is getting to sit down with authors and talk about the stories behind the stories…
Books & Martinis PodcastMy Roommate Is Trying To Kill Me!
This month on Books & Martinis, we’re turning up the paranoia, tension and the dark humor with our June Spotlight Author, Maya-Gawonii Shabazz-Saleh. We sat…
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Mystical Enchantment with Author Sloane Noir
Step into a world of magic, danger, romance, and destiny with author Sloane Noir on this unforgettable episode of Books & Martinis! Broadcasting all the way…
Books & Martinis PodcastWriting Addictive Fantasy with Author Demi Winters
This week on Books & Martinis, we’re diving headfirst into the wild, addictive world of fantasy romance with special guest Demi Winters. From dangerous love…
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From Justice to a Laugh Out Loud May Book Club
This month’s Book Club is bringing the heat—and a little chaos. We’re diving into the high-stakes courtroom drama of Judge Stone by Viola Davis & James…
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The Book Everyone’s Talking About 👀 RIP, LOL Author Interview
In this lively and heartfelt episode of Books & Martinis, we sit down with our April Author Spotlight, Khaya Fraites, to celebrate her bold and unforgettable…
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The Traveling Teacher's Wildest Stories Ft. Joshua Smalley
In this episode of Books & Martinis, we sit down with author and adventurer Joshua Smalley to talk about his incredible book Tales of the Traveling Teacher…
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Inside the Audie Award-Winning The Correspondent, ft. Carly Robins
🎙️✨ From behind-the-scenes audiobook magic to what it takes to bring characters to life, Carly gave us a front-row seat into the world of voice acting. We also…
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Nightwither Is THAT Good 😭🔥 | Lana B. Knight Returns!
In this episode of Books & Martinis, we welcome back fan-favorite author Lana B. Knight for her second visit and trust us, it gets even better. We dive into…
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NEW MONTH. NEW BOOKS. NEW AUTHORS.
April is STACKED and we are so ready for it 🚀📚 In this episode, we’re diving into our April Book Club picks—The Correspondent and Dear Debbie—two reads we…
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We Let Editor, Azaria Waldeck, Read Our Debut Novels… Here’s What Happened
This week on Books & Martinis, we’re joined by editor extraordinaire Azaria Waldeck of The Amethyst Quill Editing Services. And trust us, you’re going to want…
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Books We HAVE to Read ASAP (And the Authors Are Coming on the Show 👀)
This week on Books & Martinis, we’re diving into our ever-growing TBR—aka the books we swear we’re getting to soon 👀✨ From buzzy new releases to hidden gems…
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Secrets, Scandals & Second Acts - The Retirees by Leah Orr
What happens when retirement isn’t quiet… but chaotic? 👀 In this episode, we sit down with author Leah Orr to talk about her sharp and wildly entertaining…
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Book Club Breakdown: The God of the Woods + The Retirees
This month on Books & Martinis, we dove into two powerful, haunting, and deeply human reads: The God of the Woods by Liz Moore and The Retirees by Leah Orr…
Books & Martinis PodcastCourage, Craft & The Cost of the Coat with Author Darbie Hamilton
In this heartfelt and insightful episode, we sit down with debut author Darbie Hamilton to discuss her powerful novel, The Cost of the Coat, a story layered…
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Fae, Fire & Forbidden Love 🔥 | Trinity Matthews on Between Fae & Flames
In this magical episode of Books & Martinis, we sit down with fantasy romance author Trinity Matthews to talk all things Between Fae & Flames — a sizzling…
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Tessonja Odette on Lies That Summon the Night (Exclusive Interview)
✨ We’re back with fantasy romance author Tessonja Odette to talk about her new release, Lies That Summon the Night! In this fun and candid interview, she…
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Love, Lies, and Second Chances | February Book Club
What would you forgive… and what would destroy you forever? This month’s book club explores My Husband’s Wife and Reminders of Him—stories of scandal, loss…
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Candles, Crystals & Confidence with Confused Girl Author Giovanna Silvestre
In this fun and inspiring episode, we sit down with author and entrepreneur Giovanna Silvestre, creator of Confused Girl, to talk about the journey behind the…
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Mystery, Masks & Motives | Iris Kayan Author Interview
Author Iris Kayan joins Books & Martinis to talk about her gripping novels When the Mask Slips and When Gold Weeps, featuring the sharp, complex detective Lynx…
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Lady Sunflower: Honoring Sierra Shuck-Sparer’s Voice & Legacy
In this deeply moving episode, we celebrate the life, legacy, and art of Sierra Shuck-Sparer through her remarkable book Lady Sunflower: Stories, Songs, and…
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365 Days of Abundance: Daily Practices to Manifest More in 2026
We’re kicking off 2026 with intention, alignment, and abundance in this podcast episode featuring Judy Balloff, author of 365 Days of Abundance. ✨ In this…
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Dan Brown Is Back: Our January Book Club Read
We’re kicking off our January Book Club with our next read: Dan Brown’s newest novel, The Secret of Secrets, marking his fourth book in the DaVinci Code…
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Can Love Survive Time Travel? Author Elise Helliwell on Within the Space of a Second
In this captivating episode, we talk with author Elise Helliwell about her novel Within the Space of a Second—a genre-blending story that weaves time travel…
Books & Martinis PodcastBehind the Ice: A.C. Wonderland on Writing Hockey Romance That Hits Hard
We are team Wyvern! Today we’re talking with romance author A.C. Wonderland about her Wyvern Hockey series, where elite athletes, found family, and fierce…
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From Indie to Icon: Ruby Dixon on IPB, Fandom & Writing Advice for Authors
Ruby. Freaking. Dixon. Yes, the Spur Queen, creator of Ice Planet Barbarians, and the best selling author of alien romance, joined us on Books & Martinis and…
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December Book Club Pick 'My Friends' by Backman is the 2025 Book of the Year?
Fredrik Backman's 'My Friends' is our December 2025 Book Club pick! There are so many great reviews about this book we had to end the year with this NY Times…
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She Talks to Fish by Brian Hester & Barbara Beam
We had a great time interviewing author Brian Hester about the book he co-authored with Barbara Beam, She Talks to Fish! More than just a couple of martinis…
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Ghost by Elle Andrews Patt
We love a good murder mystery, and Elle Andrews Patt delivers in Ghost, a modern southern gothic meets sleuthing procedural novel. About Ghost: Yesterday, her…
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The Sorcerer's Inception by John Mangold
Geek out with us as we dive into high fantasy world building with author John Mangold, as we discuss The Sorcerer's Inception and the Scrolls of Azbek! About…
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November Book Club - Atmosphere
November's Books Club pick is out of this world! We're reading Atmosphere, by Taylor Jenkins Reid. Join us all month long and let us know how many martinis was…
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Time to escape with SESG Explorer by Christopher Loric
Would you leave Earth to follow a signal in to deep space? Author Christopher Loric, a former US Navy Lieutenant, uses his 28 yrs in the military to craft an…
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Call Her Janie by S.R. Fabrico
Are you ready for a heart-pumping, page-turning journey of love, loss, and suspense? Look no further than S.R. Fabrico’s latest masterpiece, filled with…
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Monster Romance Season - Snow Ordinary Love by Chris Walters
Chris is officially our most interviewed author on our podcast! Snow Ordinary Love, set in Oregon, features Mona, an Orc, and her ex-boyfriend, Joel, in a fun…
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Bloody Brilliant! The Memories of Murder Series by EL Reed
It's murder she wrote... quite literally as author E.L. Reed talks about her Memories of Murder series based on the real life stories of infamous female serial…
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Max Monroe, the Red Bridge Series, a New Release & more!
We had a blast with Authors Max & Monroe! Listen to hear about their most recent releases, popular books they've penned and a ton of author advice. They went…
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Eve's Blessing by JJ Park
Escape with us into a whole new world, with Eve's Blessing, author JJ Park and her poetic writing! A story of shared grief and trepidatious love, watch MCs…