Books by DL White Bookcast

Today's epi is a quickie before two weekends of travel. Reading update, watching update, promo news, and upcoming events. Reading Challenge Update 75 of 150 books read for 2026 Recently Read The Short and Tragic Life of Robert Peace, Jeff Hobbs In Bloom: Liana, C Monet Currently Reading The Goodbye Man, Jeffery Deaver Balls in Your Court, Nina Hai Spring (Seasons of Love book 3), Norian Love...

I'm back after a busy May and an even busier start to June. This episode has a full book report, a writing and publishing update, and a complete recap of Black Romance Book Fest Year Two: the panels, the signings, the chaos, and the sales numbers.  I also talk about what's coming up this summer, including Wine with Writers in Baltimore and some (hopefully) exciting audio opportunities. R...

I'm back after a week off but I have a  good excuse.  In this episode I catch up on reading, go down a mystery rabbit hole (including the Lori Loughlin drama and why a series abruptly ended), and share a full breakdown of the Standard of Care soft launch. I also talk about a conversation I had with a longtime reader about why my books have changed, and why I'm writing shorter novels on p...

I'm back! After a few months away, I'm back in the closet with a mic, some iced coffee, and a lot to get into.  In this episode I catch up on my May TBR, I talk about the 12 Lives Challenge,   about my Hallmark mystery obsession and what it has to do with writing romance, I break down the release plan for Standard of Care , and get into event season. Beverage Break: Iced coffee. It was 1...

Why get dressed when Sunday is pajama-shaped? That’s all I have to say about that.  In Episode 136 of The Bookcast , I’m talking through my January reading, checking in on the book that is BOOKING, and sharing a few updates and thoughts that came up along the way. It’s a quiet, at-home episode, recorded without much planning and very much in the spirit of a monthly check-in. Books Mentioned in Epi...

In this episode, I share a reading update, a quick TV check-in, and an overview of the first project I’m pre-working for 2026. Book Report I’m currently 7 books into my 150-book reading goal for the year. Most of my reading this week was in audio. Books discussed: Champagne Taste on a Bad Boy Budget by Zuri Day Behind These Four Walls by Yasmin Angoe The Wizard of Lies: Bernie Madoff and the Death...

Welcome back to The Bookcast . I’m DL White, and this episode is an easy, unstructured start to Season 7!  I’m talking through how I approach a new year, what I’ve been reading, what I want to write, and how I’m easing into 2026 without forcing goals before I’m ready. Books mentioned in this episode:  Kin — Tayari Jones (ebook, ARC) No One Knew — Kendra Elliott (audiobook, ALC) Champagne Taste on...

In this episode, I’m wrapping up 2025!  I talk through the books I released this year, how they performed, what I earned across platform (Amazon, wide and Wide and direct sales) and what I learned about my businesst through the year (hint: lean into audio!) I also share my reading year, including the 172 books I read in 2025, the genres I leaned into, and the standout reads that kept me entertaine...

In this episode, I run through my full Nonfiction November reading list, talk about my latest holiday releases, share updates on direct sales and writing plans, and chat a bit about what I’ve been watching while I settle into my end-of-year break. Books Discussed – A Devil Went Down to Georgia: Race, Power, Privilege, and the Murder of Leta McClinton — Deb Miller Landau – Forever Kind of Love (Bay...

I’m back after skipping last week because sometimes I just don’t feel like dragging myself down the hall to record. This is a chill catch-up episode covering what I’ve been reading, what I’m watching, and the candle mishap that nearly got the fire department called to my house. Reading Update I’m at 145 books for the year and one book ahead of schedule. I’ve read six books in November so far. I’ve...

I’m back at the mic talking about my October reads, Nonfiction November, and everything I’ve been watching lately. October was peak GLOCKtober with a stack of Steve Cavanagh legal thrillers, a few romances for balance, and a political memoir to wrap it up. I share what I’m reading now, including A Devil Went Down to Georgia by Deb Miller Landau and A Forever Kind of Love by Farrah Rochon. I also r...

Welcome back to The Bookcast ! I’m finally on the mend from The Ankle Incident. I’m back on my feet—slowly, but surely. This week’s episode is a quick check-in to catch you up on my Glocktober reading, what I’ve been watching, and where I am with writing and audio projects. In this episode:  My GLocktober reading streak continues! I’ve finished The Plea , The Accomplice , The Scammer , and The Wid...

I know, I know. It's been a minute but I have excuses and a funny story that involves a gas station, a receipt, and my delusion that I am still agile at 51.  Spoiler: I'm not. This episode covers my recovery weekend (featuring Church's chicken and naproxen), reading updates including a surprisingly good John Grisham book, writing progress on Layover and a harvest novella, and audio...

I'm back after the holiday break!   I share my latest reading updates (126 of 175 books - seven ahead of schedule!), streaming favorites including Night Agent and disaster movies, and writing progress on Potter Lake 4. I talk about my new holiday short story "Layover" (a response to the "only one bed" trope), gearing up for Glocktober crime fiction month, and updates on pu...

Books I Read This Week: Crash (Love in Scrubs series) - C. Monet Witness 8 (Eddie Flynn #8) - Steve Cavanaugh Departures and Arrivals (Flights and Feelings Book 2) - Nicole Falls Rounds (Love in Scrubs Book 2) - Monica Walters Promise: A Small Town Second Chance Cowboy Romance - J. Westenberry Currently Reading: Disciplined - Mark Avery Reading Goal: 117 of 175 books (67% complete, 5 books ahead)...

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Hey Book pals!  I'm back after a brief hiatus with exciting updates! I’m recording from my new bedroom after successfully closing on my house July 23rd. I share the moving experience, celebrate my latest release, discuss upcoming events, and give you my current reading updates. New Homeowner Life I closed on my house without drama and moved in immediately. I even slept on an air mattress the...

I am BACK with another Sunday catch-up! Big updates on my writing, house news, and what I've been reading during all the chaos of my mom's visit, Indie love and work travel! Reading Update Current Progress: 88 of 175 books (50% complete)- 2 books ahead!  Books Read (June 15-29) Good Neighbors (Alibis Collection) by Chad Zunker False Note (Alibis Collection #3) by David Lagercrantz The Ex...

Hey book people! I'm back with another Sunday catch-up on what I've been reading, writing, and working on. Plus I have some exciting personal news to share that I've been keeping under wraps! Reading Update Current Progress: 86 of 175 books (49% complete) Books Read This Week Sinful Submission (Book 3) by Stephanie Nicole Norris Her First Mistake (Noel Marshall #1) by Kendra Elliott...

I am back from Black Romance Book Fest --it was life-changing!  That said, I share. the logistics from pre-orders to table sales and talk about why transparency about book event finances matters for authors considering their first festival, how pre-orders work, what sold best and why I hope the event doesn't get too big and lose its family reunion feel. I share my real numbers and why it was...

After a few weeks away, I'm back with updates on my reading progress (now at 73 books toward my 175-book goal), what I've been streaming, and preparations for the upcoming Black Romance Book Fest. I also share updates on my fan fiction The Music of My Heart, which just got two new chapters!  I talk about why I decided not to pitch a book at the book fest, my current writing projects that...

So I almost didn't make it to the mic due to burnout and a hectic schedule, but I pushed through knowing (105 of) my listeners expect the BookCast on Mondays. I share my current reading progress (now at 67 books toward my 175-book goal for 2025), updates on my recent publishing activities, and the latest chapter of my *NSYNC fan fiction serial.  I also open up about finding balance during pol...

Today I'm sharing my current reading progress, talking about my YouTube problem (it’s not actually a problem), I give an update on my writing projects (I ain’t talmbout nothin’) and discussing my approach to treating writing as a real job. Despite my busy work schedule I made time to connect with you all and update you on my author journey. Find full show notes on my website at booksbydlwhite...

In Episode 117 of The BookCast, I tackle the topic so many readers ask about... how I manage to read 100+ books every year while working full-time and writing novels. I share my reading philosophy, why audiobooks absolutely count as reading, and why I believe the whole "reading competition" debate misses the point of enjoying literature.  In other news, I've reached 58 books toward...

In Episode 116 of The BookCast, I share my progress toward 20 published books - a milestone in indie publishing that many believe creates a sustainable writing career. I'm currently at 18 books in retail formats and on track to hit my goal this year.   Congrats to Karen Talley on her debut Poetry collection. Grab it HERE . I've reached 55 books toward my 100-book Goodreads challenge for...