GSMC Book Review Podcast

Get ready to celebrate the holiday season with a side of laughter and nostalgia! In this episode of the GSMC Book Review Podcast, host Sarah sits down with Mark Leslie to discuss his latest book, Merry Christmas! Sh!tter Was Full!: A Trivia Guide to National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation. Whether you’re a lifelong fan of the Griswold family or just discovering this holiday classic, Mark’s book offe...

Step into the hauntingly beautiful world of The Fabled Earth as Sarah sits down with author Kimberly Brock on this episode of the GSMC Book Review Podcast. Explore the enigmatic secrets of Cumberland Island, where southern gothic allure meets the opulence of the Gilded Age. Kimberly shares the inspirations behind her dual-timeline historical fiction, weaving together tales of temptation, tragedy,...

Welcome to the GSMC Book Review Podcast, your ultimate destination for engaging conversations with authors, insightful book discussions, and an exploration of the stories that move us. Hosted by Sarah, this podcast dives into a wide range of genres and themes, connecting listeners with the literary world in a meaningful way. In this episode, Sarah interviews Adam Nimoy, author of The Most Human: R...

Welcome to the GSMC Book Review Podcast, your ultimate destination for thought-provoking conversations with authors from all genres! Hosted by Sarah, this podcast explores the worlds behind the words, giving you an insider's look into the minds of talented writers and their captivating stories. Whether you’re a fan of gripping thrillers, heartwarming romances, or inspiring memoirs, there’s always...

Sarah chats with Holly C. LaBarbera about her powerful and thought-provoking novel, All I Know. Through the eyes of Kai Martin, Holly tells a story of unyielding resilience in the face of trauma and tragedy. Kai’s life is a series of concentric circles, where family and close relationships form her foundation. Her twin brother, Kade, shares her innermost world, while the Tyler family occupies the...

Get ready to embrace the spirit of the season in the latest episode of the GSMC Book Review Podcast! Host Sarah sits down with acclaimed author Kevin Moore to discuss his enchanting new collection, Christmas Stories: Volume II. Following the success of his #1 Amazon bestseller, Moore returns with a series of heartfelt tales that celebrate the magic, love, and hope of Christmas. From a boy’s mystic...

Sarah welcomes Ellen Birkett Morris, the talented author behind Beware the Tall Grass. This stirring novel intertwines the lives of the Sloan family in the present day and a young soldier, Thomas Boone, during the turmoil of the Vietnam War era. At the heart of the story is young Charlie Sloan, who begins speaking of memories that aren’t his own—recollections of life as a soldier, memories his mot...

In this heartwarming episode of the GSMC Book Review Podcast, host Sarah sits down with author Roger Leslie to discuss his young adult historical fiction novel, No Stranger Christmas. Join Sarah and Roger as they explore the touching story of 14-year-old Frankie Lincoln, whose journey to save Christmas for his struggling family reveals the power of resilience and love. Set against the backdrop of...

Sarah invites listeners into a world where dark magic, witty banter, and unexpected romance unfold with Hannah Nicole Maehrer’s Apprentice to the Villain. Dive into the story of Evie Sage, who finds herself surprisingly fulfilled as the assistant to Kingsley, a mysterious and ridiculously handsome villain. Known for his menacing reputation and reluctance to leave his ominous office, Kingsley’s car...

Join host Sarah on the GSMC Book Review Podcast as she chats with authors MM Downing and SJ Waugh about their thrilling middle-grade series, The Adventures of the Flash Gang. In this episode, they discuss the first two captivating books: Exploding Experiment and Treasonous Tycoon. Set in early 20th-century Pittsburgh, the series follows eleven-year-old Lewis Carter, a resourceful and determined bo...

Sarah sits down with author Morgan Middleton to discuss her debut graphic novel, Asteria: The Legend of the Fallen Star. Follow the gripping journey of 14-year-old Celeste Evans, a shy teen whose quiet life is turned upside down when she's enrolled in a galactic military boarding school. Forced to confront her fears, Celeste discovers untapped powers that could be the key to saving not just her lo...

Sarah speaks with author Russell Little to explore his gripping psychological thrillers, Murder for Me and Murder by Storm. Murder for Me follows the lives of three troubled individuals whose paths collide in unexpected ways. Ava, a middle-aged socialite, seeks solace in her morning jogs, unaware that danger lurks just around the corner. Larry Lamb, a disillusioned attorney, struggles with his own...

Sarah sits down with award-winning author Joan Leegant to discuss her captivating collection of short stories, Displaced Persons. Set between Israel and the United States, these stories delve into the themes of exile, belonging, and the search for home. Leegant weaves a rich tapestry of characters and experiences, from a Boston professor forging an unexpected friendship with an Israeli born in Ira...

Sarah sits down with Hollywood historian A. Ashley Hoff to discuss his captivating book, With Love, Mommie Dearest: The Making of an Unintentional Camp Classic. Hoff explores the fascinating journey behind Christina Crawford's explosive memoir Mommie Dearest and the equally iconic film adaptation that became a cultural phenomenon. From the shockwaves the book sent through Hollywood with its portra...

Sarah sits down with Bryn Turnbull, author of the captivating historical fiction novel, The Berlin Apartment. Set in the tense and divided city of Berlin in 1961, this novel tells the harrowing story of Lise Bauer, a young woman torn between two worlds after the construction of the Berlin Wall. When her fiancé, Uli Neumann, proposes, it seems like an escape from the oppressive East German regime....

Sarah speaks with author Peter Kageyama to discuss his gripping novel, Midnight Climax. Set in post-war San Francisco, this noir-inspired mystery follows Kats Takemoto, a nisei private detective, as he investigates a harrowing murder in Chinatown. A young Chinese girl is killed in a secret CIA-run brothel, and the ramifications of her death threaten to ignite a war between rival Chinatown gangs. K...

In this spine-chilling episode of the GSMC Book Review Podcast, Sarah sits down with Kelly Florence, one of the coauthors of Travels of Terror: Strange and Spooky Spots Across America. Alongside her longtime friend and podcast co-host Meg Hafdahl, Kelly has crafted the ultimate guide for thrill-seekers and horror aficionados looking to explore some of the eeriest locations in the United States. Fr...

Sarah sits down with Heather Frese, the acclaimed author of The Saddest Girl on the Beach. This poignant novel takes listeners on a journey through the raw and emotional landscapes of grief, love, and the complex dynamics of friendship. Join Sarah as she explores the intricacies of Heather’s storytelling, from the windswept shores of North Carolina’s Outer Banks to the deeply personal struggles of...

Welcome to the GSMC Book Review Podcast, your gateway to the world of captivating stories and memorable characters, hosted by the insightful and passionate Sarah. In this episode, we explore the enchanting Maisie Dobbs series by Jacqueline Winspear, a gripping historical mystery collection that has captivated readers worldwide. Set against the backdrop of post-World War I Britain, the series intro...

Sarah chats with Libby Cudmore, the talented author of Negative Girl. This thrilling novel takes listeners on a journey through the dark and gritty world of Martin Wade, a former rocker who’s traded in his wild past for a career as a private investigator in a struggling upstate New York town. Despite his best efforts to stay clean, Martin’s past catches up with him when he’s asked to protect a you...

Sarah sits down with the talented Colette Hiller to discuss her delightful children's book, Colossal Words for Kids: 75 Tremendous Words: Neatly Defined to Stick in the Mind . Hiller's book is a treasure trove for young readers, using playful rhymes and witty illustrations to introduce complex vocabulary in an accessible and entertaining way. Tune in as Sarah and Colette explore how rhythm, humor,...

Sarah sits down with author Kalee Boisvert to discuss her delightful and educational children’s book, MoneyWise Mabel’s Bursting Bank. In this heartwarming episode, Boisvert shares the inspiration behind her debut book and explores the importance of teaching children about money management in a fun and engaging way. MoneyWise Mabel’s Bursting Bank follows the adventures of young Mabel, who is thri...

Sarah interviews author Peter Blauner about his riveting crime fiction novel, The Intruder . In this thrilling episode, Blauner delves into the intense and suspenseful narrative that pits two men against each other in a battle of wills and survival. The Intruder tells the gripping story of Jacob Schiff, a man who seems to have it all—a successful career, a beautiful home in New York City, and a lo...

Sarah engages in a gripping conversation with Jeff Hoffmann, the author of the psychological suspense novel, Like it Never Happened. This thrilling narrative dives into the lives of Tommy, Malcolm, Henry, and Kevin, who were once inseparable friends until a dark secret tore them apart. Thirty years ago, these four friends made a fateful decision that would change their lives forever. The secret th...

Sarah sits down with Michael J. Cooper to discuss his gripping historical fiction novel, Wages of Empire. Set against the backdrop of the British Mandate of Palestine, this novel intricately weaves the lives of diverse characters caught in the tumultuous era of the early 20th century. Cooper's expert storytelling brings to life the struggles, hopes, and conflicts of a region on the brink of transf...