Indie Reads Aloud: A Storytelling Podcast

Listener Advisory: Mature Situations, Mature Language, Explicit Sexual Content About the Author: Dirk Mourningwood is an emerging voice in the world of MM erotica, known for his bold storytelling and captivating characters. With a passion for exploring the depths of human desire and the complexities of male relationships, Dirk weaves tales that are both sensual and emotionally resonant. His writin...

Listener Advisory: Mature Situations, Mature Language, Explicit Sexual Content ​ About the Author: Dirk Mourningwood is an emerging voice in the world of MM erotica, known for his bold storytelling and captivating characters. With a passion for exploring the depths of human desire and the complexities of male relationships, Dirk weaves tales that are both sensual and emotionally resonant. His writ...

About the Author: Yvonne Rediger was born and currently resides in Saskatchewan. She lived and worked in northern Manitoba, central Alberta, southern New Brunswick, and Vancouver Island, British Columbia. Yvonne has been writing since she was in her teens. Her favorite genres are Urban Fantasy, Science Fiction, and Mystery each with a bit of humor and sometimes romance. She is married to her scuba...

About The Author: Heather Ashle has been reading fantasy novels for as long as she can remember and writing them about half as long. She has two degrees in English from Oakland University and currently lives in southeast Michigan. When she isn’t writing, she continues to immerse herself in the world of fantasy through reading, theater, music, movies, and events like Renaissance Festivals and Witch...

About The Author:  Jean Davis writes an array of speculative fiction, including short stories, a space opera series, stand-alone novels and a children's picture book about her chickens. When taking a break from fictional people, she spends time with her musical husband, a small flock of ducks and chickens, and an attention-craving terrier. Occasionally, she ventures outside her home in West Mi...

About The Author: Lisa Jacovsky is a Psychology professor at Union College of NJ and SNHU. Lisa began writing short stories when she was seven years old. Writing is a passion for her and one of the many things she enjoys. She is currently the author of the award-winning first four books in the  Let's Talk! Series, Rascal Cat Brothers, Purrrfect As I Am , and  Spooky Ooky Dance Party . Lisa liv...

About The Author: Australian Jennifer Raines writes sensuous contemporary romances set mainly, but not exclusively, in Australia – think Malta, Finland, and New Zealand.  A dreamer and an optimist, her stories are a delicious cocktail of passion, mutual respect and loyalty because she still believes in happily-ever-afters. ​ Jennifer is a member of Romance Writers of Australia. Three times a final...

About The Author: Rich Nelson is a retired college instructor and social worker. He was formerly a columnist for the West Michigan newspaper The Norton/Lakeshore Examiner. He has contributed essays to the publications of the American Humanist Association, the International Buster Keaton Society, and the Gay and Lesbian Review. Rich lives in Muskegon, Michigan, along the shores of Lake Michigan. He...

About The Author: Martin L. Shoemaker is a programmer who writes on the side… or maybe it’s the other way around. He told stories to imaginary friends and learned to type on his brother’s manual typewriter even though he couldn’t reach the keys. (He types with the keyboard in his lap still today.) He couldn’t imagine any career but writing fiction… until his algebra teacher said, “This is a progra...

About The Author: Heather Ashle has been reading fantasy novels for as long as she can remember and writing them about half as long. She has two degrees in English from Oakland University and currently lives in southeast Michigan. When she isn’t writing, she continues to immerse herself in the world of fantasy through reading, theater, music, movies, and events like Renaissance Festivals and Witch...

About The Author: Adam Dompierre is a mystery author with a bachelor’s degree in psychology from the University of Michigan and a master’s degree in education from Augustana University. He has worked as a secondary English teacher since 2010. Adam lives in northern Michigan with his fiancée Riley, their dog Pilot, and their cat Max. In his free time, he enjoys playing guitar and tennis, though not...

Listener Advisory: Mature language, situations, and drug use. The views and opinions of the book and author featured in this episode are not necessarily representative of the views of the Indie Reads Aloud Podcast, its host, parent company, or affiliated authors and books.  This episode includes advocacy of drug use in specific situations.  The information provided is for educational and anecdotal...

 Listener Advisories: Mature Situations; Trigger Warning for Suicide About The Author: Joseph Williams is an author of science fiction, fantasy, literary fiction, and horror who has published ten novels, four short story collections, and one essay. He graduated from Wayne State University in 2012 with a Master's degree (M.A.) in Creative Writing. His work has been anthologized alongside New Yo...

About the Author: Nikki Mitchell is the award-winning American author of the Middle Grade Portal Fantasy trilogy, Eleanor Mason’s Literary Adventures, and The Magic Shoebox Adventures. She is a native of the Upper Peninsula of Michigan and lives there with her husband, two children, two rabbits, three cats, and dog. She is a proud member of the Upper Peninsula Publishers and Authors Association (U...

Listener Advisories: Violence About The Author: Joseph Williams is an author of science fiction, fantasy, literary fiction, and horror who has published ten novels, four short story collections, and one essay. He graduated from Wayne State University in 2012 with a Master's degree (M.A.) in Creative Writing. His work has been anthologized alongside New York Times Bestselling Authors and Stoker...

About The Author: Mark McCraw has spent more than a decade in education working with children and students of all ages from infants through college students. He is an Air Force/Air Force Reserves Disabled Veteran. He is a father of four adult children and a grandfather of nine grandchildren. He currently lives in Oklahoma. Mark is a member of the Oklahoma Literacy Association (OLA), American Libra...

About The Author: Gertrude Daly is an experienced writer and blogger. In her day job, Gertrude writes operation and maintenance manuals for a materials handling company. The company creates automated guided vehicles (AGVs) used in factories and warehouses to move goods. In her free time, Gertrude runs Gert’s Royals, a blog about European Monarchies. Gertrude is also the co-author of two books on P...

About The Author: Lisa Jacovsky is a Psychology professor at Union College of NJ and SNHU. Lisa began writing short stories when she was seven years old. Writing is a passion for her and one of the many things she enjoys. She is currently the author of the award-winning first four books in the  Let's Talk! Series, Rascal Cat Brothers, Purrrfect As I Am , and  Spooky Ooky Dance Party . Lisa liv...

About The Author: Jessica K. Foster writes funny, heartfelt Young Adult Contemporary fiction with a dash of romance. She is a middle school Language Arts teacher with a penchant for hot tea and romantic beach reads. Jessica lives in West Michigan with her husband, two boys, and their ragtag crew of rescue animals. Find her at jessicakfoster.com where all her socials are also linked. Title: Andy an...

Listener’s Advisory: Mature Situations; 18+ Open Door Relations; ADHD; Anxiety About The Author: The sassy and sensational Beth Gelman is a professional pianist and vocalist, as well as a teacher and office manager (and an amazing party planner. Stay tuned for future books about that!). Authentic, resilient, loyal, and spiritual, she’s not afraid to learn, fail, speak her mind, or try new things....

Listener’s Advisory: Mature Situations About The Author: Rhys Shaw has always been interested in history, dilapidated ruins, stories of deceit and survival. Her belief that women are overlooked in history, or blamed for mankind’s unsavory decisions is the reigning theme behind her gritty realistic historical fiction books. In The Welexia Series, Rhys draws upon her love of story to bring the pages...

Listener Advisory: Mature Situations & Language ​About The Author: Darcy Monroe is an avid romance reader and spicy romance writer. Title: The Hall of Art and Pleasure Genre: Erotic Romance Book Synopsis: Mackenzie’s love life is a wreck. Drinking her troubles away in a strip club seems like the best solution until a dancer slips her a business card with a local address on it. When she walks t...

About The Author: Jamie M Samland is a fantasy author based in Canton, MI, USA. He is passionate about creating vivid worlds and compelling characters that transport readers to new realms of imagination. Drawing inspiration from his love of storytelling, Jamie spends his free time playing board games, roleplaying with friends, and indulging in other hobbies like martial arts and home repair. When...

Listener Advisory: Mature Situations & Language About The Reader: Mark Love lived for many years in the metropolitan Detroit area, where crime and corruption are always prevalent. As a former freelance reporter, Mark honed his writing skills covering features and hard news.  He is the author of the  Jamie Richmond romance mysteries , the  Jefferson Chene mystery series , and more.  Mark now re...

About The Author: Jamie M Samland is a fantasy author based in Canton, MI, USA. He is passionate about creating vivid worlds and compelling characters that transport readers to new realms of imagination. Drawing inspiration from his love of storytelling, Jamie spends his free time playing board games, roleplaying with friends, and indulging in other hobbies like martial arts and home repair. When...