Debutiful

Bruna Dantas Lobato , the author of Blue Light Hours , joined the podcast to discuss her translation work, why connections across continents matter, and how Zoom conversations helped her write her book. You can purchase a copy of the book here: https://bookshop.org/a/339/9780802163776   Bruna Dantas Lobato on the Internet: https://www.brunadantaslobato.com/ Bruna Dantas Lobato on the Instagram: ht...

Welcome to the First Taste Reading Series on Debutiful . This is a weekly series where writers will read a short excerpt from their book so readers can whet their appetite with delicious writing. Today, TAMMY ARMSTRONG reads an excerpt from their debut novel PEARLY EVERLASTING !   You can purchase a copy of the book here: https://bookshop.org/a/339/9780063396142   Tammy Armstrong on Twitter: https...

Rae Garringer , the author of Country Queers: A Love Letter , joined the podcast to discuss being an oral historian, why rural stories matter, and how we can support Appalachia when the region needs us the most. To support support rural disaster relief please consider donating to the following mutual aid funds recommended by Rae:   Western North Carolina - Rednecks Rising (@chelseawnc on Venmo) Ea...

Welcome to the First Taste Reading Series on Debutiful . This is a weekly series where writers will read a short excerpt from their book so readers can whet their appetite with delicious writing. Today, Lilliam Rivera reads an excerpt from their debut novel TINY THREADS !   You can purchase a copy of the book here: https://bookshop.org/a/339/9780593600474   Lilliam Rivera on the Internet: https://...

Ledia Xhoga , the author of Misinterpretation , joined the podcast to discuss K-Drama recommendations, combining humor and suspense, and finding inspiration in hearing conversations. You can purchase a copy of the book here: https://bookshop.org/a/339/9781959030805   Ledia Xhoga on the Internet: https://www.lediaxhoga.com/ Ledia Xhoga on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lediaxhoga/     Debutif...

Welcome to the First Taste Reading Series on Debutiful . This is a weekly series where writers will read a short excerpt from their book so readers can whet their appetite with delicious writing. Today, Benjamin Resnick reads an excerpt from their debut novel NEXT STOP !   You can purchase a copy of the book here: https://bookshop.org/a/339/9781668066638   Benjamin Resnick on the Internet: https:/...

Jessica Elisheva Emerson , the author of Olive Days , joined the podcast to discuss how libraries helped mold her and why she writes about Los Angeles. Plus, she gives book recommendations! You can purchase a copy of the book here: https://bookshop.org/a/339/9781640096530   Jessica Elisheva Emerson on the Internet: https://www.elishevaemerson.com/ Jessica Elisheva Emerson on Instagram: https://www...

Welcome to the First Taste Reading Series on Debutiful . This is a weekly series where writers will read a short excerpt from their book so readers can whet their appetite with delicious writing. Today, Nora Lange reads an excerpt from their debut novel US FOOLS !   You can purchase a copy of the book here: https://bookshop.org/a/339/9781953387516   Emilie Menzel on the Internet: https://www.noral...

Katherine Packert Burke , the author of Still Life , joined the podcast to discuss the books she wrote before her debut, writing close to her real life, and the future of trans writing. You can purchase a copy of the book here: https://bookshop.org/a/339/9781324076360   Katherine Packert Burke on the Internet: https://katherinepackertburke.com/ Katherine Packert Burke on Twitter: https://www.twitt...

Welcome to the First Taste Reading Series on Debutiful . This is a weekly series where writers will read a short excerpt from their book so readers can whet their appetite with delicious writing. Today, Emilie Menzel reads an excerpt from their debut novel THE GIRL WHO BECAME A RABBIT !   You can purchase a copy of the book here: https://bookshop.org/a/339/9798885740371   Emilie Menzel on the Inte...

Gina María Balibrera , the author of The Volcano Daughters , joined the podcast to discuss turning a short story into a novel, finding inspiration in the past, and why ghost stories are so appealing. You can purchase a copy of the book here: https://bookshop.org/a/339/9780593317235   Gina María Balibrera on the Internet: https://ginabalibrera.com/ Gina María Balibrera on Twitter: https://www.twitt...

Welcome to the First Taste Reading Series on Debutiful . This is a weekly series where writers will read a short excerpt from their book so readers can whet their appetite with delicious writing. Today, Komail Aijazuddin reads an excerpt from their debut novel MANBOOBS !   You can purchase a copy of the book here: https://bookshop.org/a/339/9781419773846   Komail Aijazuddin on the Internet: https:...

Sam Sax , the author of Yr Dead , joined the podcast to discuss poetry, finding inspiration, and what the process was like for writing their debut novel. You can purchase a copy of the book here: https://bookshop.org/a/339/9781952119996   Sam Sax on the Internet: https://www.samsax.com Sam Sax on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/samsax1/ Sam Sax on Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/samsax1/   D...

Kendra Winchester , the founder of Read Appalachia , to discuss the Appalachian literature she loves, why reading as much as we do isn't a recommendation, and how she has created two of my favorite podcasts of all time: Read Appalachia and the now-finished Reading Women . Plus, listen to me on Kendra's podcast, where we discuss the importance of debut books, and hear book recommendations from me!...

Anamely Salgado Reyes , the author of My Mother Cursed My Name , joined the podcast to discuss finding herself and following her dreams, learning the publishing process on the fly, and what makes her happy. You can purchase a copy of the book here: https://bookshop.org/a/339/9781668038000   Anamely Salgado Reyes on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/anamelysalgado/   Debutiful on the Internet: ...

Welcome to the First Taste Reading Series on Debutiful . This is a weekly series where writers will read a short excerpt from their book so readers can whet their appetite with delicious writing. Today, Holly Baxter reads an excerpt from their debut novel CLICKBAIT !   You can purchase a copy of the book here: https://bookshop.org/a/339/9780063375765   Holly Baxter on the Internet: https://www.hol...

Lena Valencia , the author of Mystery Lights , joined the podcast to discuss being playful with her writing, why connective tissue is important for story collections, and finding inspiration to start writing. You can purchase a copy of the book here: https://bookshop.org/a/339/9781959030621   Lena Valencia on the Internet: https://http://www.lenavalencia.com/ Lena Valencia on Instagram: https://ww...

Welcome to the First Taste Reading Series on Debutiful . This is a weekly series where writers will read a short excerpt from their book so readers can whet their appetite with delicious writing. Today, Kat Tang reads an excerpt from their debut novel FIVE-STAR STRANGER !   You can purchase a copy of the book here: https://bookshop.org/a/339/9781668050149   Kat Tang on the Internet: https://www.ta...

Ruben Reyes Jr. , the author of There is a Rio Grande in Heaven , joined the podcast to discuss growing up in a house of non-readers, using high concepts as a launching point for stories, and using political events to generate ideas. You can purchase a copy of the book here: https://bookshop.org/a/339/9780063336278   Ruben Reyes Jr. on the Internet: https://www.rubenreyesjr.com/ Ruben Reyes Jr. on...

Welcome to the First Taste Reading Series on Debutiful . This is a weekly series where writers will read a short excerpt from their book so readers can whet their appetite with delicious writing. Today, Alisa Alering reads an excerpt from their debut novel SMOTHERMOSS !   You can purchase a copy of their book here: https://bookshop.org/a/339/9781959030584   Alisa Alering on the Internet: https://w...

Jordan Kopy , the author of Theodora Hendrix and the Monstrous League of Monsters , joined the podcast to discuss Middle Grade fiction, how to write for young people, and the childhood classics that inspired her. You can purchase a copy of the book here: https://bookshop.org/a/339/9781665906838   Jordan Kopy on the Internet: https://jordankopy.com/ Jordan Kopy on Instagram: https://www.instagram.c...

Welcome to the First Taste Reading Series on Debutiful . This is a weekly series where writers will read a short excerpt from their book so readers can whet their appetite with delicious writing. Today, Chris Koslowski reads an excerpt from his debut novel KAYFABE !   You can purchase a copy of his book here: https://bookshop.org/a/339/9781952119859   Chris Koslowski on the Internet: https://www.c...

Alana Saab , the author of PLEASE STOP TRYING TO LEAVE ME , joined the podcast to discuss cats, mental health, and empowerment through writing. You can purchase a copy of the book here: https://bookshop.org/a/339/9780593686782     Alana Saab on the Internet: https://www.alanasaab.com/ Alana Saab on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alana.saab Alana Saab on Twitter: https://twitter.com/AlanaSaab...

Welcome to the First Taste Reading Series on Debutiful . This is a weekly series where writers will read a short excerpt from their book so readers can whet their appetite with delicious writing. Today, Samuel Kọ́láwọlé reads an excerpt from his debut novel THE ROAD TO THE SALT SEA !   You can purchase a copy of his book here: https://bookshop.org/a/339/9780063050853   Samuel Kọ́láwọlé on the...

Marcela Fuentes , the author of MALAS , joined the podcast to discuss growing up in a border town in Texas, her career as a writer/educator and how they intersect, and what teaching has taught her about writing. You can purchase a copy of her book here: https://bookshop.org/a/339/9780593655788   Marcela Fuentes on the Internet: https://www.marcelafuentes.com Marcela Fuentes on Instagram: https://w...