A podcast between two avid readers in which the topics are chosen from the book jar! Episodes are released every two weeks. Send us your topics to have them added to the jar.
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A podcast for avid sci-fi & fantasy readers who want to connect with authors who enjoy books, television, film, video games, anime, and all other forms of nerd entertainment.
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Join author Megan O'Russell in this candid, humor-filled glimpse into the creation of a new book series, starting at page one. You're invited to step into the real-time writing process as Megan weaves fae, shifters, witches, and seers into her latest young adult fantasy novel: Sketchbook of a Wayward Seer. No second drafts allowed. No untwisting love triangles. No bringing characters back to life. meganorussell.substack.com
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Welcome to "The Bookshelf Chronicles," the podcast that takes you on an exciting literary adventure through the world of books! Join us as we dive deep into the pages of captivating novels, explore thought-provoking non-fiction, and discover hidden gems from all genres. Each episode of "The Bookshelf Chronicles" is a delightful journey through the literary landscape, where our passionate hosts bring you engaging book reviews, author interviews, and insightful discussions. Whether you're a de ...
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Welcome to Author's Purpose, where we delve into the minds of authors to uncover the true purpose behind their captivating stories. Join us as we engage in thought-provoking conversations with renowned authors, exploring the depths of their literary creations. In each episode, we bring you exclusive interviews with authors from various genres, ranging from fiction to non-fiction, fantasy to mystery, and everything in between. Our goal is to unravel the underlying motivations, inspirations, a ...
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The Fellowship of the Ring - J.R.R. Tolkien
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The episode, an excerpt from J.R.R. Tolkien's The Fellowship of the Ring, explores several key themes: the origins of the story and its main theme, the development of the Shire, and the consequences of Bilbo Baggins's discovery of the One Ring. The text also introduces the reader to the complexities of the Ring's history and the characters involved…
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The episode provides a detailed look at an excerpt from the play "Harry Potter and the Cursed Child," which is a continuation of the popular Harry Potter series. It focuses on the journey of Harry Potter's son, Albus, and his best friend, Scorpius Malfoy, as they attempt to manipulate time using a Time-Turner, ultimately leading to unintended conse…
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Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows
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The episode are from J.K. Rowling's Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows, detailing key events in the final battle between Harry Potter and Lord Voldemort. The story follows Harry, Ron, and Hermione as they search for and destroy Voldemort's Horcruxes, while simultaneously facing the growing threat of Death Eaters and the Ministry of Magic's persec…
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Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince
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These episodes from J.K. Rowling's "Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince" explore the various interactions between Harry Potter and several individuals. The first set of excerpts focuses on the Prime Minister's initial encounter with the Minister of Magic, Cornelius Fudge, and how the Prime Minister gradually becomes concerned about the Ministry'…
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Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix
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This episode is an excerpt from the first few chapters of "Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix." It shows how Harry Potter is thrust back into the wizarding world after Voldemort's return. Harry is dealing with the trauma of the previous year, including Voldemort's return and the death of Sirius Black. He is forced to confront the Ministry's …
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The episode provides an excerpt from the fourth book of the "Harry Potter" series, "Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire," by J.K. Rowling. It begins with a prologue, detailing the events leading up to the murder of the Riddle family fifty years prior to the main story, during which a character named Frank Bryce encounters the villainous Lord Voldem…
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Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban
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The provided episode is an excerpt from the book "Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban," which describes Harry's summer before his third year at Hogwarts. Harry is forced to spend his summer with his Muggle relatives, the Dursleys, who are unaware of his magical heritage and try to suppress his powers. Harry is isolated from his wizarding frien…
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Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets
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This is an excerpt from the 2nd book in the Harry Potter series, Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets. The excerpt details Harry’s return from Hogwarts to his home with the Dursleys. He is unhappy because he misses his friends and Hogwarts, especially Quidditch. The excerpt highlights the Dursleys' disdain for magic and their attempt to keep Har…
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Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone
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The episode is an excerpt from the first book in the Harry Potter series, "Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone". It depicts the events leading up to Harry's eleventh birthday when he learns he is a wizard and receives his acceptance letter to Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry. The excerpt focuses on the prejudice Harry faces from the Dur…
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The sources are excerpts from Robert Greene's "The Art of Seduction," a book that explores the principles and techniques of seduction in a variety of contexts. The excerpts examine different types of seducers, ranging from the charismatic to the natural, and delve into specific strategies they use, such as creating an aura of mystery, playing the v…
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Beginning SFN's FINAL Story, "Dimension Omega"
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When a synthetic empire seeking total dominion across the multiverse sets its sights on his home, Lieutenant Jamaal Jefferson must relay on the skillsets of mystical and advanced technologies from other realms if he has any hopes of saving the final domain known to house civilization. Support the show…
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The episode presents an English translation of "The Art of War," a classic Chinese military treatise attributed to Sun Tzu and written in the late sixth century BC. The book covers various aspects of warfare, including strategy, tactics, and leadership. Sun Tzu emphasizes the importance of deception, planning, and understanding both the enemy and o…
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The episode comes from Victor Hugo's novel The Hunchback of Notre Dame, focusing on the 15th-century city of Paris. The novel follows the love story of Quasimodo, the bellringer of Notre Dame, and Esmeralda, a beautiful gypsy dancer. It explores the themes of social injustice, prejudice, and the power of love against the backdrop of a vivid and det…
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The History of Audiobooks | A Lesson From Megan
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Ever heard of audiobooks? How much do you really know about them? In this episode, Megan explores everything audiobook. From the history of audiobooks to its formats, uses, and styles, join along as your two favourite readers explore the world of audiobooks! As usual, the two readers start by reviewing their most recent reads and finish by discussi…
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Welcome to Page by Page: Writing the Book in Real Time. Readers and writers alike are invited to take a look behind the veil as YA author Megan O’Russell creates her newest novel, Sketchbook of a Wayward Seer, one episode at a time. In this week’s episode, we read chapter nine! Join us as we discuss reapers and their place within the aitherion comm…
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The provided text discusses the complexities surrounding the authorship of the Bible. While traditional belief attributes most of the Old Testament to Moses and the New Testament to Paul the Apostle, historical evidence suggests a more intricate reality. Scholars have identified multiple authors for the Old Testament based on internal clues and sty…
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Welcome to Page by Page: Writing the Book in Real Time. Readers and writers alike are invited to take a look behind the veil as YA author Megan O’Russell creates her newest novel, Sketchbook of a Wayward Seer, one episode at a time. In this week’s episode, we read chapter eight! Join us for a slideshow from Laureldale High’s Kindness ambassador. We…
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Representation & Diversity In Sci-Fi & Fantasy
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The SFN crew discuss the big elephant in the room. With the topic of inclusivity as being at the forefront of media today, Abby, Scott, Erik, and Raphyel discuss why the subject has become so prevalent and why there's a push on both sides of the fence for either more or less representation and diversity. SHOW NOTES Tor the Dungeon Crawler Book 1 Tr…
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Literary Terms 101 With Marissa | Metaphor, Similes, Character Foils & More
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It's time to go back to school! And, what better way to celebrate school than with a test? In this episode, Marissa and Megan review literary terms. Or rather, Marissa quizzes Megan on this terminology while putting her friendship at risk. From metaphor and simile to allusions and character foils, Marissa puts on her teaching hat to share the top l…
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Welcome to Page by Page: Writing the Book in Real Time. Readers and writers alike are invited to take a look behind the veil as YA author Megan O’Russell creates her newest novel, Sketchbook of a Wayward Seer, one episode at a time. In this week’s episode, we read chapter seven! Join us for one of Ella’s…most disturbing visions yet. In this episode…
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Welcome to Page by Page: Writing the Book in Real Time. Readers and writers alike are invited to take a look behind the veil as YA author Megan O’Russell creates her newest novel, Sketchbook of a Wayward Seer, one episode at a time. In this week’s episode, we read chapter six! Join us as Ella’s second day at Laureldale High comes to an abrupt, and …
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Concluding SFN's "the Peopling of Eden"
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Now having fallen victim to the mysterious symbiotic alien life form on the planet colony of Eden, time is of the Essence for xeno zoologist Orpa and the rest of her infected team members. SHOW NOTES Torth Book 4 by SFN's Abby Goldsmith Rise of Phoenix: A Superhero Urban Fantasy Astro Bot Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2 Marvel vs Capcom Fighting C…
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Banned Books: Which Ones We've Read And Our Thoughts | Elana K. Arnold, Judy Blume, J.D. Salinger, and More
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Books are made to be read, not banned. In this episode, Megan and Marissa discuss banned books. From the most commonly banned novels to their favourite illicit reads, these two readers dive into why the books are banned and why they disagree. As always, they start the podcast with their most recent reads and end it by drawing a new topic from the j…
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The Saxon Stories, also referred to as Saxon Tales or Saxon Chronicles in the United States, and known as The Warrior Chronicles, and more recently as The Last Kingdom series, is a historical fiction series authored by Bernard Cornwell. It explores the formation of England during the ninth and tenth centuries and comprises a total of 13 novels. The…
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A Discovery of Witches, published in 2011, is a historical-fantasy novel and the inaugural work of American author Deborah Harkness. The narrative centers on Diana Bishop, a professor of the history of science at Yale University, who comes to terms with her magical heritage after discovering a long-lost manuscript. This revelation leads her into a …
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Welcome to Page by Page: Writing the Book in Real Time. Readers and writers alike are invited to take a look behind the veil as YA author Megan O’Russell creates her newest novel, Sketchbook of a Wayward Seer, one episode at a time. In this week’s episode, we read chapter five! Join us as we head back to Laureldale High with Ella for her second day…
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Welcome to Page by Page: Writing the Book in Real Time. Readers and writers alike are invited to take a look behind the veil as YA author Megan O’Russell creates her newest novel, Sketchbook of a Wayward Seer, one episode at a time. In this week’s episode, we read chapter four! Join us as we explore similarities and differences between this writing…
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Deadpool & Wolverine, Alien Romulus, I Parry Everything
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The gang share their latest endeavors in the latest nerdy multimedia, including films like Deadpool & Wolverine, anime like I Parry Everything, books like the Primal Hunter Zogarth, and more. SHOW NOTES: Dungeon of Chance Complete Series Alien: Romulus Star Wars: Outlaws Support the showAutor: Stories For Nerds
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Books You've Been Avoiding On Your TBR (To-Be Read) Shelf | A Feather So Black, Wheel of Time & Many More
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This one is dedicated to all the book stacks on all those book shelves just waiting to be read. In this episode, Marissa and Megan uncover their most shameful -- or most interesting -- books on their TBRs that they've been avoiding. From books they didn't even know they owned to books they've been waiting for the perfect moment to pick up, join the…
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Welcome to Page by Page: Writing the Book in Real Time. Readers and writers alike are invited to take a look behind the veil as YA author Megan O’Russell creates her newest novel, Sketchbook of a Wayward Seer, one episode at a time. In this episode, we read chapter three! Join us as we discuss multiple POVs, how our theatre background bleeds into t…
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Welcome to Page by Page: Writing the Book in Real Time. Readers and writers alike are invited to take a look behind the veil as YA author Megan O’Russell creates her newest novel, Sketchbook of a Wayward Seer, one episode at a time. In this episode, we read chapter two! We also discuss choosing a voice for your narrator, aetherions vs. other supern…
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Welcome to Page by Page: Writing the Book in Real Time. Readers and writers alike are invited to take a look behind the veil as YA author Megan O’Russell creates her newest novel, Sketchbook of a Wayward Seer, one episode at a time. In this episode, we finish reading the first chapter, discuss our plans for serial publishing and Kickstarter, and ex…
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Climax of SFN's "the Peopling of Eden"
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Time is of the essence as Orpa finds herself trapped in a facility with co-workers expected by an unknown alien species with symbiotic tendencies. SHOW NOTES Gloom Black Myth: Wukong Borderlands Support the showAutor: Stories For Nerds
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Welcome to Page by Page: Writing the Book in Real Time. Readers and writers alike are invited to take a look behind the veil as YA Megan O’Russell creates her newest novel, Sketchbook of a Wayward Seer, one episode at a time. Woo Broo is a beer crafted specially for the 2024 Three Rivers Comic Con in Pittsburgh, PA. Read more about the Initiation W…
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Biggest Bookish Pet Peeves | A Feather So Black, Wheel of Time & Many More
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All the things that make us cringe, gag, and recoil away from a book within an instant. From abhorrent stickers on book covers to the worst plot devices we've ever read, this week Megan and Marissa discuss their biggest book pet peeves. Marissa also shares an embarrassing reader faux pas she committed and Megan pretends she's very much over it. As …
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Science Fiction Vs. Fantasy: Which One Is Better?
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The one debate to rule them all, the SFN gang dive into one of the most divisive arguments within the nerd community by comparing the various strengths and popular platforms two of the most beloved genres in storytelling have to offer. SHOW NOTES Shade’s First Rule Deadpool & Wolverine Support the show…
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Top 10 Books That Will Change Your Life
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Reading can be a transformative experience, opening doors to new perspectives and insights. Here are ten books that have the power to change your life, each offering profound wisdom, inspiration, and practical advice. The power of books lies in their ability to provoke thought, inspire change, and offer new perspectives. Whether you're seeking pers…
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The Lord of the Rings - A Timeless Epic
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J.R.R. Tolkien's "The Lord of the Rings" trilogy is a cornerstone of modern fantasy literature, captivating readers with its richly imagined world, compelling characters, and epic narrative. Comprised of "The Fellowship of the Ring," "The Two Towers," and "The Return of the King," the trilogy has become a cultural touchstone, influencing countless …
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What is The Four Hour Work Week Book About?
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"The Four Hour Work Week" is a self-help book authored by Timothy Ferriss, published in 2007. The book has gained significant attention for its unconventional approach to work and life, advocating for lifestyle design and breaking away from traditional work paradigms. Here's an overview of what the book is about: Central Premise The central premise…
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The planet colony Eden is an exciting frontier for xenobiologist Orpa and her crew of fellow science researchers. As tempting as uncovering this new world may be, however, she and her coworkers are all on the side of caution...except for their sniveling Director Gelling. What revelations will Orpa and the team find after their ambitious leader laun…
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Reading Challenges: Everything We Love & Everything We Don't | Crossroads of Twilight, Yellowface, Funny Story & More
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Anybody up for a challenge? Reading challenges are popular across TikTok, StoryGraph, and pretty much anywhere you find readers. Megan and Marissa give their thoughts on reading challenges – which ones they love and which ones they can't quite get into. Megan compares reading challenges to playing the Sims and Marissa changes her opinion quickly as…
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Star War: Acolyte, Dark Matter (2024), Vampire Dormitory
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While the latest Disney installment in the Star Wars franchise is causing quite the stir with some fans, there are still a handful of nerdy stories across the multimedia that are getting well received, including Apple TV's Dark Matter, the Vampire Dormitory anime, and more. NERDY NEWS: Awakening Horde: Shieldwall Academy Book 1(LitRPG) A Quiet Plac…
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Let's Talk About BookTok 2.0 W/ Alix Calfa | Sarah J. Maas, Colleen Hoover, Robert Jordan, And More
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Alix Calfa joins us for a surprise guest episode! Marissa and Alix discuss BookTok – and, in fact, all things about books online. The readers tackle discussing good recommendations and poor ones, as well as some of the more popular BookTok books and whether they are worth the read. As always, we start the podcast with some of our more recent reads.…
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Dwarvian warrior princess Madelyn and her band if unlikely misfit companions work together upon finally facing the evil sorcerer, Lord Zenrauch. However, the threat to the world is not exactly what was expected. SHOW NOTES: the Gates of Yoffa the Fae Conspiracy Support the showAutor: Stories For Nerds
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Our Favourite – And Most Remarkable – Bookmarks | Bookmarks, Notation, Dog-Earring, And More
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Do you use bookmarks? Marissa and Megan discuss the most remarkable bookmarks they've had over the years. From American one-dollar bills to a leather marker with a flower that seems one petal short, both readers talk about whether or not they use them, what will count as a bookmark, and whether dog-earring is ever an option. We start the podcast wi…
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Has Amazon Been Good or Bad for Readers?
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It's the 800 pound gorilla of the industry and it's shifted the way we've digested books for nearly 30 years! While no one can deny Amazon's ginormous influence across retail--especially in the realm of reading--has the world's largest online retailer proven beneficial to readers or detrimental? SHOW NOTES: A Knack for Being A Hero Star Wars: Acoly…
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Top Tips to Getting Out of A Reading Slump | Book Clubs, Reading Challenges, DNF-ing & More
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Slumps suck. Reading slumps extra suck. Every avid reader has been through one reading slump or another and, while sometimes they are inevitable, there are some ways to get through them without losing your mind. Marissa and Megan discuss their experiences with their own reading slumps, and all the top tips they have to prevent them. From reading ch…
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The Four Agreements - A Practical Guide to Personal Freedom
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The Four Agreements: A Practical Guide to Personal Freedom" is a profound and influential book by Don Miguel Ruiz, first published in 1997. Drawing from ancient Toltec wisdom, Ruiz presents a code of conduct that can lead to a transformative experience in one's personal and professional life. The book distills this wisdom into four simple yet power…
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Maddy must rise to the occasion when her party must band together in order to thwart off an unexpected threat. As she and the others fight tooth and nail, however, the dwarvian warrior princess grows suspicion regarding one of her would-be companions. SHOW NOTES World of Wreckage: Torth Book 3 Hell Blade 2: Senua's Saga Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga Abby…
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Our Top Villains In Literature | Dracula, President Snow, Sauron & More
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Everybody loves a good villain. From the most sinister non-human entities to the humans we start to empathize with, we've got all the best baddies from books we've read. We start with a classic President Snow and end with an even more classic villain who will suck your blood, and we hit every bad guy in between. We start the podcast with our most-r…
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