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This week on In-Between the Interview Review , I’m diving into a story that’s cozy, magical, and heartfelt — The Goddess’s Gift: Book One by Sarah Uzzle. About the Book Winna, a healer living quietly in the countryside with her two opinionated cats, thinks her days will always be filled with herbs, hearthfire, and helping neighbors. But when a wounded black cat limps out of the snow and into her l...

In this episode of Scott’s Table , we’re joined by Joelle Lynne , an M/M romance author who describes herself as a total nerd at heart. Her newest release, If I See You Again , is a sweet-but-spicy contemporary romance about Malcolm, a man whose chance encounter with a stranger suddenly collides with his professional life. Can he keep the lines between business and pleasure from blurring, or is lo...

This week at the table, I’m diving into The Love of a Sword by M.A. Remy — a cozy yet powerful fantasy that proves goblins can be heroes too. Details: Pages: 407 Tropes: Found family, slow-burn romance, unlikely heroes, cozy fantasy, personal growth About the Book: Gigi is a goblin with dreams bigger than anyone believes she deserves. Stuck working in her family’s bakery, her ambitions of becoming...

In this In-Between the Interview Review, I dive into Moonborn , the haunting and atmospheric first book in the Westmorrow Saga by Sarah Moore In Westmorrow, there’s a brutal tradition called The Banishing’s law: werewolf parents infect their children to continue the bloodline, defy it, and you face The Gallows. Gwendolyn has accepted that fate… until her father can’t bring himself to curse the las...

This week on In-Between the Interview Review, I’m diving into A Deity Rose: Nature’s Wrath by Kim McCormick, a fast-paced romantasy that blends epic worldbuilding, unforgettable characters, and a love triangle that will have you torn the whole way through. Connect with Kim McCormick: kimmccormickauthor.com Instagram TikTok    Facebook Book Link: A Deity Rose: Nature's Wrath

In this episode of Scott’s Table , I’m joined by co-authors W.E. Brown and W.C. Setnicky , the creative duo behind Life (Autosaved): The Three Initiates , a dark LGBTQ urban fantasy that blends coming-of-age struggles with the mysteries of destiny and the depth of the soul. Raised in Virginia’s Tidewater region, W.E. Brown began shaping this story as a teenager, nurturing it over more than a decad...

In this  In-Between the Interview Review,  I’m diving into  The Perfect Unicorn  by KJ Bradford — a cozy, spicy romantasy novella that blends fairytales, forbidden romance, and self-discovery into just 94 pages. Grab your copy & connect with KJ Bradford: KJSBooks Instagram Goodreads  

This week on Scott’s Table , I’m joined by YA author Sarah Moore , whose novel In The Absence of Blood explores heartbreak, healing, and the power of chosen family. We dive into her inspiration for the story, the emotional journey of her main character Margot, and how stories like this can resonate with both teens and adults alike. Sarah has been writing since her teen years and brings authenticit...

In this In-Between the Interview Review, we’re diving into  Romanced by the Rat  by G.M. Fairy, a fast-paced, spicy, and surprisingly emotional paranormal romance set in the shared Ghostlight Falls universe. When a lab experiment goes wrong, Ramsey wakes up in the body of a rat and escapes to the kitchen of Ratcliffs, a high-end restaurant. There, he crosses paths with Charlotte, a newcomer lookin...

This week on Scott’s Table , bestselling indie author Leigh Jack returns to talk about her brand-new release, The Next Chapter , a story that weaves together fake dating, hidden messages, found family, and the quiet bravery of choosing love over fear. We dive into Haley and Mike’s emotional journey, the real-life inspiration behind the characters, and how Leigh balances mystery, romance, and heart...

In this special In-Between the Interview Review episode, we’re diving into Kingsbane by indie fantasy author Jennifer Owen. From its haunting first pages to its emotionally charged conclusion, Kingsbane delivers heart, fire, and unforgettable characters. We walk through Parts 8–13, breaking down key moments (with light spoilers), including Eras’s stand, Rashka’s vengeance, and the legacy that shap...

In this episode of Scott’s Table , we sit down with historical fiction author Veronica Leigh to discuss her heartfelt debut, The Keeper of Lost Daughters . We explore the emotional story of Lidia Sobieska, a woman whose life is forever changed when she finds an abandoned baby on her doorstep. Veronica shares the inspiration behind the book, her writing process, and what it means to bring history t...

Welcome to Scott’s Table and another In-Between the Interview Review ! In this bonus episode, I’m diving deep into the Black Fates series by Christine Roi —a gritty and emotional romantic suspense trilogy that follows mafia fixer turned queenpin, Lilith Caccia. Over three books, this series blends mafia politics, forbidden romance, vengeance, and found family into a story that’s as sharp as it is...

In this magical new episode, fantasy author Bridgette Hooper joins us to talk about Reverie , her gripping novel where dragons, dreamscapes, and a soul-splitting choice collide. We chat about worldbuilding, fantasy tropes, the magic of indie publishing, and, of course, which fictional worlds we’d never want to leave. Bridgette brings humor, heart, and a love for storytelling to every minute of thi...

Welcome to Scott’s Table and another In-Between the Interview Review ! These bonus episodes are where I share honest, spoiler-free thoughts on what I’ve been reading between our author interviews. Today I’m diving into the first seven parts of Kingsbane by Jennifer Owen, a dark fantasy story currently releasing on her Patreon. If you’re a fan of rebellion, dragons, morally gray characters, and ten...

Join Scott at the table for a deep dive into the paranormal, romantic, and utterly addictive world of Fallen Idols , the first book in The Fallen Favorites series by indie author Amelia Rose. Danielle’s life is ripped apart by sadistic demons, and her only refuge is with a vampire rock band whose loyalties and affections are anything but simple. In this episode, Amelia takes us behind the scenes o...

Welcome to Scott’s Table and our In-Between the Interview Review series! These bonus episodes fill the space between our usual author interviews with honest, spoiler-free reviews of books I’ve read and loved. Today I’m diving into In the Absence of Blood by Sarah Moore—a 188-page Young Adult novel that offers an unflinching but ultimately hopeful look at growing up through pain and learning the tr...

Welcome to another episode of Scott’s Table—the podcast where indie stories find their spotlight. Today, we’re joined by the multi-talented Amanda Ashwood, author of Craving More—a sizzling romance about heartbreak, healing, and the fiery chemistry of second chances. In this episode, we dive into: The inspiration behind Craving More How Amanda builds emotional tension and heat on the page Her favo...

Welcome to Scott’s Table and our In-Between the Interview Review series! These bonus episodes are my chance to share honest, spoiler-free reviews of books I’ve read between our regular author interviews. Today I’m diving into Broken Wings & Tangled Webs by GiGi Zarbi —a 133-page Sapphic Greek Retelling set in her Shifter Universe , which also includes Fated Frenzy and Splice & Sacrifice ....

Welcome to Scott’s Table , where indie authors share their stories—and sometimes spill the small-town tea. In this episode, we’re heading to Thornwood Valley for Small-Town Romance and Chicken-Sized Charm with special guest Sarah Madeline! Sarah is the author of A Fowl Match , a romantic comedy packed with meet-cringes, slow-burn tension, laugh-out-loud moments, and—of course—plenty of feathered f...

Welcome to a new episode of Scott’s Table! In this in-between-the-interviews review, I dive into Only The Good by Christine Roi—a slow-burn romance packed with all the tropes we love. We’ll cover: Page count (452 pages) Release date (May 22nd, 2025) Tropes (mafia princess x cowboy, fake marriage, one bed, caretaker moments, he falls first, and more ) A spoiler-free deep dive into the characters, w...

In this cozy and cat-filled episode, Scott is joined by debut author Sarah Uzzle , writer, artist, anime fan, and humble servant to her feline overlords, Diana and Stroopwafel . Together, they dive into Sarah’s first romantasy novel, The Goddess’s Gift , a YA-friendly tale with low spice, a thirty-year-old heroine, and all the comforting vibes you need to reset from the darker side of fantasy. The...

We’re back for more with dark fantasy author  Jennifer Owen  in this special bonus episode of  Scott’s Table ! In part two of our conversation, we dive even deeper into the world of  The White Rook ,  Blue , and her upcoming novella  Kingsbane . From sister queens and cursed secrets to powerful magic and emotional twists—there was just too much story to fit in one episode. We also peel back the cu...

Welcome to Scott’s Table ! In this episode, I’m joined by the wildly talented dark fantasy author Jennifer Owen, the brilliant mind behind The White Rook , Blue , and the soon-to-be-released Kingsbane . Not only did Jennifer bring her haunting, high-stakes worlds to the table, she also brought the energy, the honesty, and more than a few chaotic tangents. From cursed crowns to cryptic journals, we...

In this episode of Scott’s Table , we’re joined by debut romantasy author Kim McCormick, creator of A Deity Rose: Nature’s Wrath . We talk about her journey from idea to indie publishing, balancing writing with real life, and of course—her powerful protagonist, Calla Moro. From rolling dice in D&D to dreaming up magical realms in Midelle, Kim brings passion, humor, and heart to the indie autho...