Deirdre Pippins
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Introducing the Bookaholics Podcast, a safe place for reading junkies who obsess over books, authors, bookstores, book news, and book trivia. You’re invited to nerd-out with book reviews, author interviews, our habit, and other bookish things . Enjoy Interviews with those in the book business. Meet new authors. Explore curating your library with new genres and discover new authors. revisit the classics with a twist. Your host Deirdre Pippins, also known as Ms. Media Content, is a board member for her local library, content creator, copywriter, and business owner. She has traveled extensively t...
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Deirdre Pippins
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Jul 11, 2026
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Episodes
Brain Fog on Steroids - Demystifying Perimenopause | Episode 153 11.07.2026 30:48
Is your TBR list giving you anxiety? Find out how you can read FASTER! Check it out! https://speechify.com/text-to-speech-online/?utm_campaign=partners&utm_content=rewardful&via=deirdre 📚 BUY THE BOOK 👉Why Did I Walk Into This Room? https://amzn.to/3QNJ57v Christy makes humor out of a totally non-humorous life event, perimenopause. She and Deirdre talk honestly about perimenopause and th...
A Hidden Town. Retired Spies. One Impossible Choice. | Episode 152 03.07.2026 24:07
Is your TBR list giving you anxiety? Find out how you can read FASTER! Check it out! https://speechify.com/text-to-speech-... ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ 📚 BUY THE BOOK 👉Purchase Welcome To Cottonmouth https://amzn.to/4p0VoKf What does the US government do with spies and special operators when they pass their...
Ruta’s Closet: A Holocaust Story from Lithuania | Episode 151 26.06.2026 42:53
Is your TBR list giving you anxiety? Find out how you can read FASTER! Reader's Anxiety Relief 📚 BUY THE BOOK 👉Purchase Ruta’s Closet here: https://amzn.to/4gzMr8n 🎁 BOOKAHOLIC FREEBIE Want more book recommendations and author interviews? 📩 Join the Bookaholic Newsletter: https://www.book-a-holic.com/newsletter/ 👩🏽💻 ABOUT THE AUTHOR Keith Morgan was born in January 1954, in Blackpool, Engl...
Belle Burden’s Strangers: A Memoir of Marriage | Solo Pod 1 25.06.2026 7:55
Is your TBR list giving you anxiety? Find out how you can read FASTER! Check it out! 📚 BUY THE BOOK 👉Purchase Strangers: A Memoir of Marriage here: https://amzn.to/4aeWBaI It's summer! Here are my beach read recommendations! Sumer Reads 🎁 BOOKAHOLIC FREEBIE Want more book recommendations and author interviews? 📩 Join the Bookaholic Newsletter: https://www.book-a-holic.com/newsletter 💛 SUPPO...
Her Family Talks To The Dead | Irish Ghost Story | Episode 150 13.06.2026 24:10
In this episode of the Bookaholic Podcast, host Deirdre sits down with author Gail Grant Park to discuss her cozy paranormal mystery trilogy — We Are Shadows: An Irish Ghost Story and its sequels. Gail shares how real-life family experiences with the afterlife inspired her stories, including a breathtaking account of a spirit saving a cousin from a car accident, and a humorous but heartwarming vis...
Sasha Preston on Cozy Heist Mysteries, Female Friendship, and Diverse Leads | Episode 149 29.04.2026 12:31
Sasha Preston on Cozy Heist Mysteries, Female Friendship, and Diverse Leads in the Sweet Escape Series | Episode 149 In this episode of the Bookaholic Podcast, I’m joined by Sasha Preston author of The Sweetest Escape. We talk about her cozy, female, caper, what inspired this story, and why readers who love cozy mysteries will absolutely want to add this book to their list. 📚 BUY THE BOOK 👉 Gr...
When Doctors Say “Never”: What Every Parent Needs to Hear | Episode 148 20.03.2026 40:27
Check out my website and store ! ---------------------------------------- At birth, doctors gave Suzy Fischer a devastating prognosis: she would never walk, never talk, never live independently, and never form meaningful relationships. Born with severe brain abnormalities and the rare condition Joubert Syndrome , Suzy’s life was expected to be defined by limitations. But her mother, Jane F...
Listen To This Podcast Before Your Next Relationship | Episode 147 15.01.2026 45:41
Today's episode is brought to you by L'Oreal Magic Root Cover-up ! Cover gray in just three seconds. CONNECT WITH BOOKAHOLIC // INSTAGRAM: @truebookaholic // FACEBOOK: @truebookaholic // PINTEREST: @truebookaholic // TIKTOK: @truebookaholic // LINKEDIN: Deirdre Pippins/deirdre-pippins-38338a214 // EMAIL: support@book-a-holic.com WARNING: This episode contains discussions of drug manufacturing, vi...
EX-CIA Agent Unveils Thrilling Secrets | Episode 146 20.12.2025 20:03
In this episode of the Bookaholic Podcast, host Tracy Abramson discusses her latest book, Victim Number Eight . With over 45 bestselling novels to her name, Tracy shares insights into her writing process, how her background in the CIA influences her thrillers, and the intricate research behind her stories. She talks about her visits to Istanbul, the personal experiences that shape her characters,...
How ADHD Became Her Superpower in Writing! | Episode 145 12.12.2025 26:01
In this episode of the Bookaholic podcast, Deidre interviews EK Wise about her journey of managing ADHD while authoring the book ' Keepers of the Rock ' EK Wise discusses her late diagnosis of ADHD, her writing process, and the methods she employs to stay focused. The conversation delves into her background, inspirations from life experiences like her love for geology, and the creation of her nove...
Vietnam War & Past Lives: Inside Ellen Birkett Morris’s Gripping Tale! | Episode 144 05.12.2025 22:25
Purchase Beware The Tall Grass here . Exploring ' Beware the Tall Grass ' with Ellen Birkett Morris: The Bookaholic Podcast In this episode of the Bookaholic Podcast, celebrated author Ellen Birkett Morris discusses her latest novel, ' Beware the Tall Grass .' Ellen delves into the book's intriguing dual narrative that intertwines a mother's love with a soldier's courage. Inspired by a real-life p...
Political Followership: A Blueprint for Breaking Toxic Leadership with Ira Chaleff | Episode 143 30.11.2025 58:09
In this episode of the Bookaholic Podcast, Deirdre welcomes Ira Chaleff, the author of 'To Stop A Tyrant: The Power of Political Followers to Make or Brake a Toxic Leader.' Ira discusses his inspiration for writing the book, which stems from personal family history and professional experiences. They delve into the critical role followers play in supporting or curbing leaders' power, emphasizing no...
Why Wonder Matters: Bestselling Author Laura Munson Talks Creativity, Healing & Purpose | Episode 142 20.11.2025 31:35
Children naturally ask big, beautiful questions about life—but somewhere along the journey to adulthood, many of us stop. In today’s episode, bestselling author Laura Munson joins us to talk about why that happens and how reclaiming our sense of wonder can transform our lives. Laura’s new book, THE WILD WHY , blends memoir, insight, travel, and creative guidance to help readers reconnect with awe—...
From Heart Surgery to Literary Success: Megan Michelle on Her Debut Novel 'Skylark' | Episode 141 05.11.2025 12:32
PURCHASE Skylark here . In this episode of the Bookaholic podcast, host welcomes debut author Megan Michelle to discuss her first novel, 'Skylark.' Megan shares her deeply personal journey of how a life-changing open heart surgery inspired the story of Rachel Riker, the first female Navy SEAL on a mission to dismantle the patriarchy and liberate women. The conversation delves into Megan's creative...
✨ Sisterhood, Witchcraft & Breaking Generational Curses with Liz Parker ✨| Episode 140 31.10.2025 28:36
In this hauntingly heartfelt episode, Deirdre sits down with author Liz Parker to discuss her spellbinding new novel, The Witches of Honeysuckle House — a cozy, witchy tale of sisterhood, trauma, and transformation. Parker opens up about how her personal journey with witchcraft, herbalism, and healing from complex PTSD inspired her writing. Together, they explore: The inspiration behind The Witche...
Writer of the Dark with Chris Kazularich | Episode 139 30.10.2025 23:33
Join Deirdre Pippins as she talks to Chris Kazularich. Chris is the author of the short story collection, Menagerie in the Dark, and the suspense horror novella, LAZARUS. He is also a member of The Authors Guild, AWP, and the Chicago Writers Association. In addition to writing and reading extensively, he enjoys hiking, playing video games, binge-watching a good show with his husband and daughter,...
Charisma Unlocked: The Science Behind Influence | Episode 138 03.10.2025 20:21
In this episode of the Bookaholic Podcast, Richard Reed, author of 'Charisma Unlocked: The Science and Strategy to Captivate, Influence, and Succeed in Business,' discusses the myths, science, and strategies behind charisma. Richard shares insights from his career in coaching CEOs, entrepreneurs, and professionals on harnessing authentic charisma. The conversation explores the misconception that c...
Exploring History and Mystery: Sarah Ladenwich on Her Debut Novel | Episode 137 02.09.2025 18:08
In this episode of the Bookaholic Podcast, we sit down with debut novelist Sarah Ladenwich to discuss her captivating book, "The Fire Concerto." Sarah shares her journey of crafting a complex narrative that intertwines literary fiction, historical mystery, and personal resilience. We explore the themes of facing the past, the influence of classical music, and the spotlight on forgotten female crea...
Building Worlds & Breaking Genres: Lexy Delorme on Writing, Life, and the Limerent Series | Episode 136 22.08.2025 27:27
In this episode, we welcome Lexy Delorme, author of the Limerent Series, for a deep dive into her journey as a writer, her experiences as an expat, and the intricate world-building behind her cross-genre novels. Lexy shares how her background in law, international living, and personal history have shaped her writing, and discusses the themes and characters that make her series unique. Key Topics &...
Delving into the 1950s: A Conversation on ’Local Honey’ with Sean McCarthy | Episode 135 20.08.2025 16:59
In this episode of the Bookaholic Podcast, host Deirdre Pippins welcomes author Shawn McCarthy to discuss his new historical novel 'Local Honey.' Set in the 1950s, the novel explores the lives of a wounded ex-soldier turned police officer and a woman returning to her hometown to start a new life despite her family's criminal past. McCarthy shares his inspiration for the book, his experiences growi...
Exploring Life and Ancient Mysteries with Author N.L. Holmes | Episode 134 11.07.2025 20:20
In this episode of the Bookaholic Podcast, Deirdre Pippins interviews N.L. Holmes, a former nun and current archeologist turned author. They discuss Holmes' unconventional career path, spanning from a 19-year tenure in a convent, to a career in archaeology and academia, and finally to becoming a prolific writer. Holmes talks about her two main series – the 'Lord Hani Mysteries' and 'Hani's Daughte...
Exploring The Mighty Chronicles with Elias Garcia: An Interview on Bookaholic Podcast | Episode 133 09.07.2025 11:07
In this episode of the Bookaholic podcast, host welcomes Elias Garcia, who discusses his debut novel, 'The Mighty Chronicles: VA of Hills,' a coming-of-age superhero origin story featuring three superpowered brothers on a quest to save their parents. Elias shares his inspiration, which stems from comic books, superheroes, and his family, as well as the process behind world-building and character d...
Rising Young Author Elora Sophia on her Fantasy Book Series and Creative Journey | Episode 132 07.07.2025 14:15
In this episode of the Bookaholic podcast, host Deirdre Pippins welcomes 14-year-old author Elora Sophia. Elora shares her journey from creating bedtime stories with her father to writing her fantasy book series, Guardians. Discussing her inspiration, world-building, and the creative process, Elora reveals details about her debut book 'Guardians Rise to the Phantom,' set to be published later this...
Breaking the Silence: The Truth About Female Friendships | Episode 131 06.06.2025 27:29
Welcome to the Bookaholic Podcast! In this episode, Deirdre sits down with Susan Shapiro Barish to discuss her latest nonfiction book, 'Estranged: How Strained Female Friendships Are Mended or Ended.' Purchase the book here: https://amzn.to/45dSJVK They delve into the rarely addressed topic of female friendships that fall apart, the societal expectations placed on women to maintain these bonds, an...
From Shared Fantasy To Personal Revolution | Episode 130 06.06.2025 15:25
In this episode of the Bookaholic Podcast, host Deirdre welcomes back author Richie Billing. They discuss his journey into writing, starting with his debut book and moving through his experiences in a shared universe with a publisher. Richie shares insights on his creative process, the importance of short stories, novellas, and his exploration of good and evil in fantasy worlds. He also touches on...
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