Try Reading Podcast

On episode 42, I have the honor of being joined by the debut author, Miranda Sun! Today Miranda and I talk all about her debut novel, If I Have To Be Haunted (9/26/23)! I learn about Miranda's upbringing and how reading and writing was a big part of her childhood, she talks about the process of writing her debut and how it's been ten years in the making, Miranda shares about the cover proc...

Today I am joined by the lovely Angela Montoya, debut author of Sinner's Isle! This episode is full of laughter, lovely stories, and inspiration. Angela talks about her first (never-to-be-published) book that could have made her an official Kardashian, how the inspiration for Sinner's Isle came about, what getting the call from Joy Revolution was like, why Sinner's Isle should be a Dis...

Jennifer Chen, the journalist and debut author of Artifacts of an Ex (11/14/23) joins me on the podcast today! Jennifer is such an insightful person and she's full of inspiring stories and fantastic advice. She talks all about the beginning of her love for books and reading, what querying her never-published book was like, what led her to writing her debut, the things she can't wait for on...

Today I sit down and chat with the debut author, Victoria Wlosok! Victoria is the debut author of How to Find a Missing Girl (out 9/19/23). Victoria talks all about her beginning to the writing world, golden retriever fan-fiction, the inspiration for her debut novel, what thriller/mystery movies and shows she loves, and so much more! You do not want to miss out on this amazing, mystery-filled epis...

Put your hands in the air for today's amazing guest! I am joined by the poet and debut author Hannah V. Sawyerr! Hannah joins me on the Try Reading Podcast to talk about her debut novel, All The Fighting Parts. We discuss the journey of publishing her debut, getting chosen for the Indie's Introduce Picks, what performing poetry live is like, how Hannah burned some of her arcs and so much m...

Calling all baking fans! If you love The Great British Bake Off, Disneyland, and Latinx stories, this episode is for you. Today I have the honor of talking with Disney Adult and debut author, Jessica Parra! Jessica talks all about the inspiration and process of writing her debut novel; Rubi Ramos's Recipe for Success, which kombucha is her favorite, what Disneyland ride she loves the most, how...

Do you want the inside scoop of what it's like to be a BookToker? Wanna know how to bring a book to Coachella? Or maybe you're curious about what it takes to self publish a poetry book? Listen to this week's fantastic episode with Kevin Tyler Norman aka @kevintnorman! Kevin is the author of Shelter, and he's a fabulous book content creator who joins me to talk all about his beginni...

Bridget Raymundo, aka @bridgelikesbooks, joins me on Try Reading today! Bridget joins me to talk about her experience as a BookToker and working in the publishing and bookselling world. Bridget also shares about her time on Canada Reads 2023, we discuss Timothée Chalamet, and much more! Bridget’s BookTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@bridgelikesbooks?lang=en 
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Today I am joined by none other than the amazing Robby Weber! Robby is the author of If You Change Your Mind, and his most recent novel, as of May 2nd 2023, is titled I Like Me Better. Robby talks about his introduction to the book world, the inspiration for both of his novels, the importance of keeping our planet healthy and safe, which Taylor Swift song is his favorite, and so much more! Robby’s...

I am so honored to be joined by the award-winning middle grade author, Melanie Conklin! On today's episode we talk all about Melanie's shift from product design to writing, her middle grade novels, what middle school was like for Melanie, and so much more! Melanie’s Website: https://www.melanieconklin.com/ Add Crushed on Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/61926462-crushed?ref=n...

I am so honored to be joined by the fabulous Zoranne!! Today, Zoranne (or better known as @zoranne_ on BookTok) joins me to chat about her experiences as a BookToker! We talk all things reading as a young kid, what being a book content creator is like, which scenes from The Last of Us made us cry the most, which Schitt's Creek scenes play through our heads rent-free and so much more! Zoranne’s...

On episode 31, I am joined by the debut author, Page Powars! Page is the author of his debut novel, The Borrow a Boyfriend Club. Today Page and I talk all about his novel, what writing a book is like, how anime helped him become a writer, and best of all, dinosaurs, and so much more! Page’s Website: https://www.pagepowars.com/ Add The Borrow a Boyfriend Club on Goodreads: https://www.goodread...

On today's episode, I am joined by the wonderful @billreads! Bill is a BookToker but also the author of some amazing fantasy books. Join Bill and I as he talks about his beginnings on BookTok, the ups and downs of self-publishing, getting through your TBR and much more! Plus, Bill answers some rapid fire bookish questions! And if you were wondering why I didn't mention my current read in this epis...

In this wonderful episode, I am joined by debut author and composer, Edward Underhill! Edward joins me to talk about his debut novel, Always the Almost, which is a celebration of queer and trans joy! We talk all things writing, book covers, being a New Yorker and more! Don't forget to read Always the Almost, it's out now! Edward’s Website: https://www.edward-underhill.com/ Purchase Always the...

This week I am joined by the wonderful debut author, Rod Pulido! Rod joins me to talk about his debut novel; Chasing Pacquiao, writing your truth, the best ube treats and more! Don't forget to read Chasing Pacquiao when it releases on May 2nd, 2023! Rod’s Website: https://www.rodpulido.com/ Add Chasing Pacquiao on Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/61897970-chasing-pacquiao Preorder Ch...

The fabulous debut author and host of her own podcast, Elle Gonzalez Rose joins me today! We talk all about Elle's debut book, Caught in a Bad Fauxmance, releasing Fall 2023. Elle also talks about the inspiration for her novel, the marvelous world of fanfiction, and the importance of sharing a queer Latine story with the world. Elle’s Website: https://www.ellegonzalezrose.com/

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We're back for a new season of Try Reading! And today I am joined by the fantastic bookstagrammer Frank Socha, aka, @franksforeword! Frank talks about being a bookstagrammer, making content, how to stay away from the drama, and of course, we talk about some queer lit faves! Frank’s Bookstagram: https://www.instagram.com/franksforeword/ Frank’s Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/user/show/14...

Today I am joined by the super awesome and inspiring middle-grade author, Lauren Magaziner! We talk about her life as an author and really get into the process of writing her fantastic books. There even happens to be a special guest cameo on this finale! Thank you everyone for supporting this podcast and I cannot believe how amazing these experiences have been. Fingers crossed for season 2!&n...

Today I am joined by a friend of mine, a reader, and a lover of film, Emma Patalano. We talk about Emma's start to the book world, but our main focus is upcoming and already released book-to-screen adaptations. You don't want to miss this film and book-filled episode. If you are enjoying season one of Try Reading, spread the word! It helps the chances of there being a season two! Emma’s Instagram:...

Maddie, aka, @pages.and.quills is back for another episode! Today, we talk all about Heartstopper. We delve into the show, the books, the cast, Alice Oseman, and more! Maddie is such an amazing person and they share so many wise words on today's episode and they also explain why Heartstopper is such an important type of media. I loved recording this long-awaited episode and I am so happy ever...

Ahh!! I am so flicking excited to talk with today's guest. Maybe you've found out from my mer pun or the title, but it's the effervescent Jason June! Jason is the New York Times Bestselling Author of Jay's Gay Agenda, some adorable picture books and chapter books, and the finstant favorite- Out of the Blue! We talk about Jason's start to the writing world and how he decided to go from journal...

Today, the National Book Award-Winning and Bestselling author; Kacen Callender, joined me for episode 21! I learn about Kacen's beginning to the world of writing, their first published book, and what their advice for writing is. Our main topic is Kacen's most recent releases; Moonflower and Lark & Kasim Start a Revolution. I learn about the inspiration for these amazing books, what the wr...

If you grew up reading the Spy School books, the Fun Jungle books or any of Stuart Gibbs' books, you're in luck! My spectacular guest of episode 20 is none other than Stuart Gibbs himself! Stuart talks about how he had always wanted to be a writer, ever since first grade, when he wrote his first book. He tells me all about his journey from being a writer in film and TV to being a New York Times Be...

Ann Zhao is a college student, a debut author, and the latest guest on the Try Reading Podcast! Today, Ann joins me to discuss her debut novel, publishing in Winter of 2024; Dear Wendy. Dear Wendy is a YA contemporary novel about two college first-years who fued over who gives the best relationship advice on Instagram, only to meet in real life and discover, they both identify as aromantic and ase...

Will Taylor, the author of some spectacular middle-grade novels, such as Slimed, Maggie and Abby's Neverending Pillow Fort, The Language of Seabirds and more, joins me for episode 18! Will talks about his entry to being a writer and how he didn't always want to be one. He shares the process of publishing his first novel, and we talk a lot about his most recent release, The Language of Seabirds, wh...