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S6 · E23
Friday · 18 min
September's Featured Books!
Send us Fan Mail 9-04-26 Bookmarked, Season 6 September's Featured Books! This week, Draco and Allison talk about September's featured books. Some of them are on sale for this month only! Check them out below. On Sale This Month: Silence of the Bones by Bev Freeman The Blood of the Wine by Daryll Simcox Canyon of Shame by Faye Duncan Moon Over Knoxville by Mike Grindstaff These Haunted Hills: Book 5 by various authors Hidden Gems (not on sale): The Best Doctor in Town by Amelia Townsend Elizabeth Bromwell and the Case of the Chinese Leopard by Kathryn Raaker & Robert Taggart Death Watch by Dale Crotts Carla by Michael Gryboski Important Links: Jan-Carol Publishing, Inc. Tapestry Journal: Indie Publishing Voice Magazine for Women Support the show BOOKMARKED - JCP
S6 · E22
August 28 · 18 min
A Look Ahead: New & Upcoming Books
Send us Fan Mail 8-28-26 Bookmarked, Season 6 A Look Ahead: New & Upcoming Books This week, Draco and Allison talk about new and upcoming releases from JCP—everything from fantasy novels to memoirs to children's books, and more! Check out all the books mentioned below! And keep your eyes open for the books that are coming soon. Out Now: The Dead: Valaraii Rising Trilogy Book 3 Pearl the Show Pig For the Love of Virginia Beef Coming Soon: The Adventures of Louie: Best Friends, Louie and Buddy, Go to School I Bleed Orange Notes on the State of Southwest Virginia—Reflections on the Biodiversity of Our Region Important Links: Jan-Carol Publishing, Inc. Tapestry Journal: Indie Publishing Voice Magazine for Women Support the show BOOKMARKED - JCP
S6 · E21
August 21 · 20 min
Interview with Alicia Bynum, Author of New Book "Rivers and Roads"
Send us Fan Mail 8-21-26 Bookmarked, Season 6 Interview with Alicia Bynum, Author of New Book "Rivers and Roads" This week, Draco interviews new author Alicia Bynum. Alicia's book, Rivers and Roads, is an emotional story about a complicated mother-daughter relationship and traveling as a woman. Check out Alicia's website here, and find her book linked below! Chapter Markers Introductions with Janie [0:00] Interview begins / Alicia talks all about her book, "Rivers and Roads" [0:55] What has the reader response been like so far? [3:24] What surprised Alicia the most about the process of publishing her book? [6:00] What does Alicia hope readers take away from her book? [9:24] Alicia previews what's next for her [11:15] Conclusions with Janie [18:12] Important Links Rivers and Roads Jan-Carol Publishing, Inc. Tapestry Journal: Indie Publishing Voice Magazine for Women Support the show BOOKMARKED - JCP
S6 · E20
August 14 · 31 min
Interview with Cynn Chadwick, Author of the Upcoming Memoir "Witness Marks: Stories of Pissin’ Grannies, Fallin’ Ducks, and Peelin’ Carrots with Ghosts"
Send us Fan Mail 8-14-26 Bookmarked, Season 6 Interview with Cynn Chadwick, Author of the Upcoming Memoir "Witness Marks: Stories of Pissin’ Grannies, Fallin’ Ducks, and Peelin’ Carrots with Ghosts" This week, Allison interviews returning guest Cynn Chadwick. Cynn is the author of nine books, including the Cat Rising series and Things That Women Do. This time, she's here to preview her upcoming memoir, Witness Marks: Stories of Pissin’ Grannies, Fallin’ Ducks, and Peelin’ Carrots with Ghosts, and talk about her accompanying column in Tapestry Journal. Make sure to visit Cynn's website and follow her on Instagram @cynnchadwickauthorartist and on Facebook at Cynn Chadwick. She also has a few upcoming events, such as a salon on October 12th through Lenoir-Rhyne University in Asheville dedicated to the ideas of Witness Marks, and a planned women's retreat projected for next year (more to come on that). Chapter Markers Introductions with Janie [0:00] Kicking off the interview; Cynn talks about her upcoming memoir, "Witness Marks" [1:03] Cynn discusses the differences between writing a memoir and writing a fiction novel [6:01] What does Cynn hope readers take away from her memoir? [12:00] Cynn shares about her new "Witness Marks" column in Tapestry Journal [18:54] Upcoming events with Cynn [25:35] Conclusions with Janie [29:12] Important Links Things That Women Do Cat Rising series Jan-Carol Publishing, Inc. Tapestry Journal: Indie Publishing Voice Magazine for Women Support the show BOOKMARKED - JCP
S6 · E19
August 8 · 21 min
August’s Featured Young Adult Reads
Send us Fan Mail 8-07-26 Bookmarked, Season 6 August’s Featured Young Adult Reads This week, Allison and Draco talk about JCP’s featured young adult books for the month of August. These selections are older reads that deserve a spotlight and would be the perfect back-to-school books. Check them out at the links below! Chapter Markers Introductions [0:00] “Honeysuckle Holiday” by Kathleen M. Jacobs; “Down at the No Gotty” by Donna Snow King [1:28] “The Purple Bird” by Dylan Roche; “Bad Love Strikes” by Kevin L. Schewe [11:19] Conclusions [19:51] Important Links Jan-Carol Publishing, Inc. Tapestry Journal: Indie Publishing Voice Magazine for Women Support the show BOOKMARKED - JCP
S6 · E18
July 31 · 18 min
Tapestry Journal's Special Anniversary Issue!
Send us Fan Mail 7-31-26 Bookmarked, Season 6 Tapestry Journal's Special Anniversary Issue! This week, Allison talks all about Tapestry Journal's upcoming special anniversary issue, which will celebrate the literary magazine's one-year anniversary. Find out how you can get involved! Check out Tapestry's website below for the full list of submission guidelines. Chapter Markers Introductions with Janie [0:00] All about Tapestry Journal's upcoming anniversary issue [0:42] Submission guidelines and opportunities for the anniversary issue [3:44] Conclusions with Janie [15:43] Important Links Jan-Carol Publishing, Inc. Tapestry Journal: Indie Publishing Voice Magazine for Women Support the show BOOKMARKED - JCP
S6 · E17
July 24 · 16 min
Celebrating "Christmas in July" with Book Recommendations
Send us Fan Mail 7-24-26 Bookmarked, Season 6 Celebrating "Christmas in July" with Book Recommendations This week, Allison and Draco recommend a few "Christmas in July" books in honor of the unofficial celebration. For those of you looking to get a head start on your Christmas shopping this year, these books would make the perfect gifts! Check out all the books mentioned below! Chapter Markers Introductions [0:00] "The Adventures of Little Dooey: Santa's Helper" by Kim Rohrer [3:39] "Nutshell & Friends: New Heights for Northern Lights" by Madelyn and Rebecca Spindler [4:30] Talking about JCP's winter and Christmas-themed anthologies [5:33] "Piddle Diddle, the Widdle Penguin, and the Birthday Drone" by Wayne and Ralphine Major [9:08] "The Everlasting Snowman" by Hunter D. Darden [10:48] "Snooping Can Be Un-Merry" by Linda Hudson Hoagland [11:48] "Reclaiming Christmas" by Melissa Sneed Wilson [13:17] Conclusions [14:27] Important Links The Adventures of Little Dooey: Santa's Helper Nutshell & Friends: New Heights for Northern Lights Snowy Trails: A Collection of Short Stories Christmas All Year Long: An Anthology of Holly Jolly Tales Piddle Diddle, the Widdle Penguin, and the Birthday Drone The Everlasting Snowman Snooping Can Be Un-Merry Reclaiming Christmas *** Jan-Carol Publishing, Inc. Tapestry Journal: Indie Publishing Voice Magazine for Women Support the show BOOKMARKED - JCP
S6 · E16
July 17 · 19 min
Pet-Themed Books for the Dog Days of Summer
Send us Fan Mail 7-17-26 Bookmarked, Season 6 Pet-Themed Books for the Dog Days of Summer This week, Allison and Draco talk about some of Jan-Carol Publishing's pet-themed books for the Dog Days of Summer. Check out all the books mentioned in this episode below! Chapter Markers Introductions [0:00] "The Joy of Being You" by Rick Toomey [2:04] "Daisy Diana Discovers the Wonders of Weather" by Meaghan Thomas [3:45] "Sweet Sofie Sue" series by Debbie Neal [4:56] "Maggie the Cat" series by Julia Russo [7:00] "Sunshine Becomes a Service Dog" by Joe and Regina Kralick [9:57] "The Adventures of Louie" series by G. S. Craft [11:46] "Monkey's New Friend" by Dale Rhodes Sr. [13:34] "Live Like Grunt" by Nikki and Miles Burdine [14:38] Conclusions [17:02] Important Links The Joy of Being You Daisy Diana Discovers the Wonders of Weather Sweet Sofie Sue series Maggie the Cat series Sunshine Becomes a Service Dog The Adventures of Louie series Monkey's New Friend Live Like Grunt *** Jan-Carol Publishing, Inc. Tapestry Journal: Indie Publishing Voice Magazine for Women Support the show BOOKMARKED - JCP
S6 · E15
July 10 · 22 min
New & Upcoming Releases - Thrillers, True Crime, Historical Fiction, Fantasy, Children's Books and More!
Send us Fan Mail 7-10-26 Bookmarked, Season 6 New & Upcoming Releases - Thrillers, True Crime, Historical Fiction, Fantasy, Children's Books and More! This week, Allison and Draco talk about new and upcoming releases from Jan-Carol Publishing, including thrillers, true crime nonfiction, fantasy, historical fiction, children's books, and more! Check out all the books mentioned in this episode below. Chapter Markers Introductions with Janie [0:00] "Driven by Rage, Fueled by Diesel: The Forgotten Victims of the Tennessee Highway Hunters" by Elizabethton High School Student Investigators [1:06] "The Blood of the Wine" by Daryll Simcox [4:53] "The Harlot of Gloucester: A Novel of the American Revolution" by John H. Hilton [6:46] "The Dead" by Kristen Johnson [8:36] "The Secret of the Heart-Shaped Shell and Pearls...and Mermaids" by JeanAnn Taylor [11:43] "Estey Grey Plays Her Own Way" by Eliette Olivia [13:00] "The Adventures of Louie: Best Friends, Louie and Buddy, Go to School" by G. S. Craft [14:40] JCP's upcoming anthologies [15:56] Reminder about Tapestry Journal's July/August issue [18:40] Conclusions [20:12] Important Links Driven by Rage, Fueled by Diesel: The Forgotten Victims of the Tennessee Highway Hunters The Blood of the Wine The Harlot of Gloucester: A Novel of the American Revolution The Dead (Coming Soon!) The Secret of the Heart-Shaped Shell and Pearls...and Mermaids Estey Grey Plays Her Own Way The Adventures of Louie: Best Friends, Louie and Buddy, Go to School (Coming Soon!) *** Jan-Carol Publishing, Inc. Tapestry Journal: Indie Publishing Voice Magazine for Women Support the show BOOKMARKED - JCP
S6 · E14
July 3 · 25 min
Summer Reading of "The Fallacious Life of Sadie Pringle" from JCP's Anthology "Scattered Flowers"
Send us Fan Mail 7-03-26 Bookmarked, Season 6 Summer Reading of "The Fallacious Life of Sadie Pringle" from JCP's Anthology "Scattered Flowers" This week, Allison and Draco read a short story from JCP's summer anthology Scattered Flowers. The story is called "The Fallacious Life of Sadie Pringle," and it's written by Rebecca Elswick. Check out Scattered Flowers for yourself at the link below! Chapter Markers Introductions with Janie [0:00] What is "Scattered Flowers" about? [0:49] Reading "The Fallacious Life of Sadie Pringle" by Rebecca Elswick [2:47] Conclusions [25:02] Important Links Scattered Flowers Jan-Carol Publishing, Inc. Tapestry Journal: Indie Publishing Voice Magazine for Women Support the show BOOKMARKED - JCP
S6 · E13
June 26 · 22 min
Interview with Eliette Olivia, Author of Inspiring Children's Book "Estey Grey Plays Her Own Way"
Send us Fan Mail 6-26-26 Bookmarked, Season 6 Interview with Eliette Olivia, Author of Inspiring Children's Book "Estey Grey Plays Her Own Way" This week, Draco interviews new author Eliette Olivia, whose inspiring children's book Estey Grey Plays Her Own Way is available to order now. Check it out at the link below, and follow Eliette on social media @storiesby.elietteolivia. Chapter Markers Introductions with Janie [0:00] What is Eliette's book about, and what inspired the story? [1:13] What made Eliette decide to write a children's book? [4:36] What was the most difficult part of bringing the book to life, and the most rewarding? [6:51] What is Eliette most excited for, now that her book is out? [10:34] What have early responses to Eliette's book been like? [11:47] What's Eliette working on next? [14:03] How can readers connect with Eliette and support her journey? [16:25] Conclusions with Janie [20:08] Important Links Estey Grey Plays Her Own Way Jan-Carol Publishing, Inc. Tapestry Journal: Indie Publishing Voice Magazine for Women Support the show BOOKMARKED - JCP
S6 · E12
June 19 · 32 min
Special Reading of Children's Book "What Ever Happened to the Smooth-Tongued Cats?"
Send us Fan Mail 6-19-26 Bookmarked, Season 6 Special Reading of Children's Book "What Ever Happened to the Smooth-Tongued Cats?" This week, Allison and Draco read Donald Greco's children's book, What Ever Happened to the Smooth-Tongued Cats?, which is available on Amazon. Check it out here! Chapter Markers Introductions [0:00] Reading of "What Ever Happened to the Smooth-Tongued Cats?" [2:12] Conclusions [31:21] Important Links Jan-Carol Publishing, Inc. Tapestry Journal: Indie Publishing Voice Magazine for Women Support the show BOOKMARKED - JCP
S6 · E11
June 12 · 29 min
Interview with Alex Campbell About "Driven by Rage Fueled by Diesel: The Forgotten Victims of the Tennessee Highway Hunters"
Send us Fan Mail 6-12-26 Bookmarked, Season 6 Interview with Alex Campbell About "Driven by Rage Fueled by Diesel: The Forgotten Victims of the Tennessee Highway Hunters" This week, Allison interviews sociology teacher Alex Campbell, who helmed the classroom project that turned into the powerful new book, Driven by Rage Fueled by Diesel: The Forgotten Victims of the Tennessee Highway Hunters, a true crime account of Tennessee serial killers that was written by Alex's high school students. Order the book at the link below! Chapter Markers Introductions with Janie [0:00] Interview begins / Alex shares what the book is about [2:18] What inspired Alex to assign this research as part of his classwork? [4:39] Alex talks about when he realized the classroom project had turned into something more [6:15] What does Alex hope readers take away from this book? [11:20] What has the reception of the book been like so far? [17:52] Alex talks about a potential follow-up book [24:42] Conclusions with Janie [27:08] Important Links Driven by Rage Fueled by Diesel: The Forgotten Victims of the Tennessee Highway Hunters Jan-Carol Publishing, Inc. Tapestry Journal: Indie Publishing Voice Magazine for Women Support the show BOOKMARKED - JCP
S6 · E10
June 5 · 24 min
Interview with John H. Hilton, Author of New Historical Fiction, "The Harlot of Gloucester"
Send us Fan Mail 6-05-26 Bookmarked, Season 6 Interview with John H. Hilton, Author of New Historical Fiction, "The Harlot of Gloucester" This week, Draco interviews returning guest John H. Hilton. This time, he's here to talk all about his new historical fiction novel, The Harlot of Gloucester, which is set during the American Revolution. Pre-order the book at the link below! And check out John's website, johnhhiltonnovels.com. Chapter Markers Introductions [0:00] Interview begins / John talks all about his new book, "The Harlot of Gloucester" [1:11] How did writing a historical fiction novel differ from John's previous two novels? [4:30] What was John's biggest challenge in writing his new novel? [8:10] How did John approach writing for a female protagonist? [9:05] What is John's favorite thing about being an author? [10:55] What feedback did John receive from friends or family on his manuscript? [12:30] How is John planning to celebrate his book's release? [13:56] What's next for John? [17:20] Conclusions [22:29] Important Links The Harlot of Gloucester: Pre-Order Link Coming Soon! Jan-Carol Publishing, Inc. Tapestry Journal: Indie Publishing Voice Magazine for Women Support the show BOOKMARKED - JCP
S6 · E9
May 29 · 17 min
How to Be a Productive Writer During the Summer
Send us Fan Mail 5-29-26 Bookmarked, Season 6 How to Be a Productive Writer During the Summer This week, Allison offers some practical tips for how to be a more productive writer during the summer. Chapter Markers Introductions [0:00] Practical tips for being a more productive writer during the summertime [2:23] Conclusions [15:47] Important Links Jan-Carol Publishing, Inc. Tapestry Journal: Indie Publishing Voice Magazine for Women Support the show BOOKMARKED - JCP
S6 · E8
May 22 · 16 min
"Summer Break" Reading Recommendations!
Send us Fan Mail 5-22-26 Bookmarked, Season 6 "Summer Break" Reading Recommendations! This week, Allison and Draco talk about some summer break reading recommendations you won't want to miss! Check out all the books mentioned below! Chapter Markers Introductions with Janie [0:00] A few words about Tapestry Journal's newest issue [0:50] Summer break reading recommendations from Draco [2:48] Summer break reading recommendations from Allison [9:00] Conclusions [14:40] Important Links Sweet Sofie Sue and Her Beach Adventures Fireflies Dancing in the Night Great Granny and Her Yucky Old Cat Life is Lemonade with Peaches and Cream The Secret of the Heart-Shaped Shell and Pearls...and Mermaids Indian Summer Down at the "No Gotty" Finding Peace in the Promise: A Memoir of Walking with Intention *** Jan-Carol Publishing, Inc. Tapestry Journal: Indie Publishing Voice Magazine for Women Support the show BOOKMARKED - JCP
S6 · E7
May 15 · 26 min
Interview with Cindy K. Sproles, Author of New Appalachian Novel "The Eyes of River"
Send us Fan Mail 5-15-26 Bookmarked, Season 6 Interview with Cindy K. Sproles, Author of New Appalachian Novel "The Eyes of River" This week, Draco interviews returning guest Cindy K. Sproles. Cindy has a brand-new novel coming out called The Eyes of River, which you can pre-order at the link below! Check out Cindy's website here. Chapter Markers Introductions with Janie [0:00] Interview begins / Cindy talks all about "The Eyes of River" [1:04] What is Cindy's writing process like? [10:03] Cindy talks about her blog [12:44] Cindy discusses reader response to her novels versus her blog [15:03] What's Cindy's next novel going to be about? [16:29] Cindy talks about upcoming public appearances and conferences [19:29] What is Cindy's advice for new writers? [21:30] Conclusions with Janie [24:32] Important Links The Eyes of River *** Jan-Carol Publishing, Inc. Tapestry Journal: Indie Publishing Voice Magazine for Women Support the show BOOKMARKED - JCP
S6 · E6
May 8 · 22 min
Interview with Daryll Simcox, Author of New Paranormal Thriller "The Blood of the Wine"
Send us Fan Mail 5-08-26 Bookmarked, Season 6 Interview with Daryll Simcox, Author of New Paranormal Thriller "The Blood of the Wine" This week, Allison interviews returning guest Daryll Simcox, author of the new paranormal thriller, The Blood of the Wine. Get your hands on a copy below! Chapter Markers Introductions with Janie [0:00] Interview begins / Daryll talks all about "The Blood of the Wine" [1:22] Daryll discusses what it's been like writing three novels [2:41] Daryll talks about featuring the Appalachian region and the Great Smoky Mountains National Park in his new novel [4:30] Does Daryll consider all of his novels to be connected? [7:00] What's Daryll working on next? [8:30] Daryll talks about potential future author appearances and signings [11:44] What do Daryll's friends and family think about his novels? [15:50] Conclusions [20:31] Important Links The Blood of the Wine: Coming Soon! The Breath of Darkness Under Watchful Eyes *** Jan-Carol Publishing, Inc. Tapestry Journal: Indie Publishing Voice Magazine for Women Support the show BOOKMARKED - JCP
S6 · E5
May 1 · 19 min
Special Spring Reading of "Wisteria Blooms and a Hint of Cotillion" by Susan Dickenson
Send us Fan Mail 5-01-26 Bookmarked, Season 6 Special Spring Reading of "Wisteria Blooms and a Hint of Cotillion" by Susan Dickenson This week, Allison and Draco do a special reading of Susan Dickenson's story "Wisteria Blooms and a Hint of Cotillion" from JCP's anthology, Daffodil Dreams: An Appalachian-Inspired Short Story Collection. Check out the collection at the link below! Chapter Markers Introductions with Janie [0:00] Talking about JCP's short story collection, "Daffodil Dreams" [0:57] Special reading of "Wisteria Blooms and a Hint of Cotillion" by Susan Dickenson [3:32] Conclusions [17:54] Important Links Daffodil Dreams: An Appalachian-Inspired Short Story Collection Jan-Carol Publishing, Inc. Tapestry Journal: Indie Publishing Voice Magazine for Women Support the show BOOKMARKED - JCP
S6 · E4
April 24 · 20 min
New Spring Releases from JCP!
Send us Fan Mail 4-24-26 Bookmarked, Season 6 New Spring Releases from JCP! This week, Allison and Draco unveil a few new Spring releases from Jan-Carol Publishing, as well as discuss JCP's upcoming anthology submission opportunities. Check out all the books mentioned in this episode below! Chapter Markers Introductions [0:00] "Holy Land Journal 2016" / "Fessenden: Looking Back on a Small-Town North Dakota Life" [1:01] "Rivers and Roads" [3:49] "The Blood of the Wine" [5:04] "No Order" [6:37] "There's a Little Crabby Crab" [9:10] "Chippy the Chipmunk Goes to Camp" [10:15] "She Dreamed, So She Did: Brenna the Firefighter" [11:33] JCP's upcoming anthology submission opportunities [13:47] Conclusions [18:54] Important Links Holy Land Journal 2016 Fessenden: Looking Back on a Small-Town North Dakota Life Rivers and Roads The Blood of the Wine: Coming Soon No Order There's a Little Crabby Crab Chippy the Chipmunk Goes to Camp She Dreamed, So She Did: Brenna the Firefighter *** Jan-Carol Publishing, Inc. Tapestry Journal: Indie Publishing Voice Magazine for Women Support the show BOOKMARKED - JCP

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