أفضل بودكاسات Publish Enemies (2024)

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Turning Military and Tech Backgrounds into Gripping Crime Fiction with Nick Stevens 48:58

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Episode 243 / We are thrilled (pun intended!) to chat with contemporary crime and conspiracy thriller author Nick Stevens. We talk about anti-heroes, setups and payoffs, Tremors, and why sometimes you just have to publish the book. 10:58 Why emotional connection is better than perfect structure in storytelling 14:00 Using multiple formats to divers…

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Nocticadia: A Dark Academia Spoiler-Free Review 42:42

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Deep Dive into Nocticadia: Unraveling Gothic Thrills and Spicy Chills Join hosts Roe, Allorah, and Shaye in the premiere season of The Plot With A Twist as they explore Nocticadia by Keri Lake. Delve into the mysterious Ivy League school of Dracadia University with Lillia, who seeks higher education and answers about her mother's death. This episod…

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I am my own legal department: the promise and peril of “just go independent” 12:47

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Independent publishing is one important facet of the media ecosystem, and while I love it, I know it is not the path for everyone. Originally published on October 26, 2024.بقلم Molly White

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Writing Conference Recap and Our Writing Process Q&A 39:52

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Episode 242 / We're diving deep into listener questions about everything from drafting and editing techniques, tackling imposter syndrome, and decoding our strengths. 🥤☕️ So grab your favorite beverage—be it Diet Coke or a cup of comforting coffee–and join us for a Wednesday chat about writing. 💙 Become a supporter of the podcast https://wishidknow…

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Halloween Book Guide: The Best Psych Thrillers and Dark Reads 47:45

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Chilling Halloween Reads: Thrillers, Dark Romances, and Spooky Classics In this chilling episode of The Plot With A Twist, hosts Roe, Allorah, and Shaye delve into the perfect books for the eerie Halloween season. They explore a variety of dark and dangerous genres, featuring titles such as the 'Devil's Night' series, 'Hollow's Row,' 'Scream for Us…

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We Have Met The Enemy... And He Is Us! Archie Goodwin & Pepe Moreno's Lost Sci-Fi Classic 3:31:45

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In this episode, Steve and Chris discuss the serialized story, GENERATION ZERO, from Marvel Comics' defunct Epic Comics flagship book, Epic Illustrated. A sci-fi story written by long-time comic industry luminary Archie Goodwin with painted art by the famed Spanish cartoonist, Pepe Moreno. Check out more of Pepe Moreno's art at https://pepemorenost…

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Guilty or coerced? Ryan Salame’s last interviews before prison 28:21

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Unpacking my conversation with FTX executive Ryan Salame, where we discussed his claims that he’s innocent of the charges for which he’s now serving seven and a half years in prison. Originally published on October 21, 2024.بقلم Molly White

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Issue 68 – Opportunity agenda 46:47

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Harris shouts out crypto in her “Opportunity Agenda for Black Men”, one crypto exec leaves prison as another enters, and Stand With Crypto bets on the favorites. Originally published on October 16, 2024.بقلم Molly White

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Matty Dalrymple & Michael LaRonn on Platform Building for Your Personality 1:02:23

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Episode 241 / Whether you're an introvert or extrovert you can develop a platform to grow your author brand. Learn how with authors of From Page to Platform: How to Succeed as an Author Speaker, suspense and thriller author Matty Dalrymple and science fiction & fantasy author M.L. Ronn (Michael La Ronn). Topics: How to match your platform to your p…

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Halloween Reads: Paranormal Book Recommendations for Spooky Season 54:30

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Join Our Facebook Group! In this engaging episode of 'The Plot With A Twist,' hosts Roe, Allorah, and Shaye celebrate the Halloween season with a deep dive into spooky book culture globally. They explore the differences in Halloween traditions between the US and Australia, and discuss their favorite Halloween-themed books and series, including reco…

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Capitalizing on Trends While Staying True to Genre Expectations with Lynn Morrison and Anne Radcliffe 47:08

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Episode 240 / In 2024, Lynn Morrison and Anne Radcliffe paired their love of regency romances like Bridgerton with their bad habit of killing people in their books to create a new series that they rapid-released, the Crown Jewels Regency Mystery Series. Topics: Why brutal honesty is critical for collaboration How to spot trends Tips on how to incor…

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Celebrating Indie Authors: The Rise and Impact of Self-Publishing 1:09:34

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In the premiere season of 'The Plot With A Twist,' hosts Roe, Allorah, and Shaye delve into the world of indie authors, discussing their evolution, significance, and the impact of platforms like Amazon Kindle. They examine the challenges indie authors face, such as marketing and piracy, while highlighting their creative freedom and unique voices co…

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Fighting for our web 23:21

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Earlier this year, I gave a talk at the XOXO festival in Portland, Oregon about the very important fight for our web, and how we can all play a part in it. Here's a recording of that talk.بقلم Molly White

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Caroline Ellison: A woman with agency or a helpless pawn? 11:08

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Why did the former Alameda Research CEO receive only two years imprisonment for her role in the FTX collapse? Originally published on October 2, 2024.بقلم Molly White

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Making Your Book Launch Last Beyond the Launch with Melanie Herschorn 37:16

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Episode 239 / Want to make a big impact with your book? Publicist, award-winning journalist, entrepreneur, and author of Make a Big Impact with Your Book, Melanie Herschorn, has tips to help you stand out. Topics: Beyond the Launch: keep promoting—your book is new to someone who hasn’t read it yet Misconceptions around marketing: engage beyond book…

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POSSE: Reclaiming social media in a fragmented world 9:27

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A simple technique offers the best of both worlds: total control over your own work, while still maintaining a presence on third-party platforms. Originally published on September 27, 2024.بقلم Molly White

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Jami and Sara on Reader Magnets 48:47

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Episode 238 / Want some ideas on how to get readers on your newsletter list? On this Ask Us Anything episode, we have SO MANY ideas for you! Topics: Expectations for earnings Building a List Preview Promos Reader magnets Difference between pre- and post-novel reader magnets Creative reader magnets 💙 Become a supporter of the podcast https://wishidk…

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Issue 67 – Bug out bitcoin 27:10

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Crypto resurfaces on the campaign trail and the FTX fallout continues to unfold. Also, merch! Originally published on September 23, 2024.بقلم Molly White

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Correction Paul Had for the Church Still Applies Today 59:02

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these Corinthians, They were falling back into some of their old ways of thinking. And so Paul says, Dear brothers and sisters, when I was with you, I couldn't talk to you as I would to spiritual people. I had to talk to you as though you belong to this world or as though you were infants in Christ. I had to feed you with milk, not solid food, beca…

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Moving from KU to Direct Sales with Luke Mitchell 54:33

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Episode 237/Guest: Luke Mitchel, science fiction and fantasy author Topics: Luke’s transition from KU to wide and direct sales Self-editing and revisions and accepting your writing style Writing short stories to refresh the creative process Moving away from social media and focusing on email marketing and direct sales 💙 Become a supporter of the po…

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'Still Beating': Emotional Trauma and Romance Explored 54:15

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Emotionally Charged Review: Still Beating by Jennifer Hartman In this episode of The Plot With A Twist, hosts Roe, Allorah, and Shaye dive into an intense discussion of Jennifer Hartman's Still Beating. The story follows Cora and Dean, who are abducted and held captive for 20 days, enduring severe trauma. The hosts explore themes of emotional recov…

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Issue 66 – Pretensions to relevance 26:00

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FTX fraudster Sam Bankman-Fried says he wants a do-over, and some more ill-received blockchain games suggest “GameFi” has an uncertain future. Originally published on September 17, 2024.بقلم Molly White

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Big publishers think libraries are the enemy 25:44

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The recent Second Circuit decision in Hachette v. Internet Archive is only the latest battle in the war on libraries and the freedom to read. Originally published on September 12, 2024.بقلم Molly White

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Jessica Firpi on Writing Compelling Save the Cat Moments 1:13:04

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Episode 236 / Ever wondered why certain characters steal your heart? This week we chat with Jessica Firpi, a TV and movie reviewer as well as a K-drama enthusiast and podcast host. We explore everything from effective "save the cat" moments to why a sunshine character can make a dark character shine. If you've ever wondered how to make your charact…

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Enemies to Lovers 101: Books, Microtropes, and Why We Love Them 50:18

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In this episode of The Plot With A Twist, hosts Roe, Allorah, and Shaye dive deep into the beloved 'Enemies to Lovers' trope popular in books. They explore what makes this trope work, its versatility, micro-tropes, and banter. The episode features a lively discussion on side characters, tension, hate-filled relationships, and specific books and aut…

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Issue 65 – World Liberty Fiasco 36:32

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Even the most pro-Trump crypto faithful think Trump’s new crypto scheme is a terrible idea. Also, an FTX crypto executive earns some benefit of the doubt, a lawsuit accuses “Pharma Bro” Martin Shkreli of disrespecting the Wu-Tang Clan, and there's a hamburglary. Originally published on September 6, 2024.…

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Before DARK KNIGHT and WATCHMEN, DC Comics Published the Most Devilishly FUN Character of the 1980s! 2:29:49

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Chris and Steven dive into the first five issues of BLUE DEVIL (DC Comics, 1984), a comic book scientifically proven to be the most outrageously fun title of the 1980s; the madcap insanity of it all was written by Dan Mishkin & Gary Cohn, penciled by Paris Cullins, and inked by Pablo Marcos and Gary Martin. Join us, flashback party people… Circuits…

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Penn Cole on Writing to Market and Prepping for Publication 45:10

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Episode 235 / Fantasy romance author Penn Cole shares tips on writing to market in a way that goes beyond the usual analysis of trends and tropes, patience in the writing and publishing process, and translations using an agent. Topics: Penn’s tips on prepping for publication and ARC teams How to research and write to market in a deep way, focusing …

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Hockey Romance Spotlight: Icebreaker by Hannah Grace 52:52

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Be sure to stop by our freshly minted Facebook group which you can find HERE In this episode of The Plot With A Twist, hosts Roe, Allorah, and Shaye dive into the fascinating world of hockey romance, with a focus on the popular book Icebreaker by Hannah Grace. The discussion covers everything from the charismatic male lead, Nate, to the complexitie…

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Polling: Are Democratic voters really “increasingly gravitating towards crypto”? 44:15

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Paradigm has polled some Democratic voters about crypto and released a summary of their results. How does it stack up to other industry polls, which are often heavily manipulated to paint a deceptively rosy picture? Originally published on August 30, 2024.بقلم Molly White

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Tik Tok Success and Being a Digital Nomad with Liz Shipton 1:03:25

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Episode 234 / Liz Shipton is a freelance writer, hybrid author, and full-time, off-grid, liveaboard sailor. She shares how changing her lifestyle to become a digital nomad created more time for writing and how she uses Tik Tok to market her books. 💙 🎙 Become a supporter of the podcast! Get access to the backlist of exclusive supporter episodes, the…

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Leather and Lark: Grumpy Sunshine and Murder 50:09

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Exploring 'Leather and Lark': Deep Dives and Dark Humor This episode of The Plot With A Twist features hosts Roe, Allorah, and Shaye as they delve into Leather and Lark by Brynn Weaver, the second book in the Ruinous Love Trilogy. The hosts discuss key plot points, character dynamics, thematic elements, and provide an in-depth analysis of Lachlan a…

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After Writing BLACK PANTHER, This MARVELous Scribe Co-Created the FIRST AMERICAN GRAPHIC NOVEL! 1:55:52

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Chris and Steven explore the first few issues of Don McGregor and Paul Gulacy's groundbreaking series, SABRE — a surreal, post-apocalyptic spectacle. COMICS ROT YOUR BRAIN! is a deep dive into ‘80s comics (plus a few notable exceptions). In this weekly podcast, screenwriters Steven Bagatourian (AMERICAN GUN) and Chris Derrick (STAR TREK: PICARD) di…

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Writing Hacks with Author and Developmental Editor Barbara Emodi 43:03

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Episode 233 / Ever wished you had some writing hacks to make your drafting and editing go more smoothly? (And who hasn’t?) Then this episode with cozy author Barbara Emodi is for you! Barbara is a developmental editor for emerging writers and has great insights. 💙 🎙 Become a supporter of the podcast and get access to the backlist of exclusive suppo…

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Reviewing 'Iron Flame' - Plot Twists, Characters, and What's Next in the Empyrean Series 1:14:48

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Exploring 'Iron Flame': Spoilers, Theories, and Fiery Cocktail Delights In this engaging episode of The Plot With A Twist, hosts Roe, Allorah, and Shaye delve deep into Iron Flame, the second book in Rebecca Yarros' Empyrean series. They discuss key plot points, character arcs, and major twists, diving into theories about Violet's second signet and…

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Turned Over to a Debased Mind. What Happens? 1:18:57

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One of the most timely and important messages of our time. When God doesn't hold on to you, what you really want to do, that flesh, that sinful nature we're born into, it comes out. And, it's not very good. Godless people don't like God's way of living. And that's within all of us. We have all a fallen nature with wrong desires. "Therefore God gave…

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Issue 64 – Pointing its arsenal at our friends 25:02

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As parts of the crypto industry scramble to court the Harris administration with events like “Crypto4Harris”, others insist it is Harris who must “bend the knee”. Originally published on August 17, 2024.بقلم Molly White

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What is God Doing with Israel? Romans 9-11 50:41

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Israel is in the most difficult position they've been in since they've been founded as a nation. The message of the restoration of Israel is so critical, we happen to be in the epistle of Romans and I felt from the Holy Spirit, we need to Blow the trumpet we need to Release this message so that we can understand God's heart.…

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Jessie Kwak on Finding Joy in Your Writing Process and Cross-Genre Marketing Tips 55:32

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Episode 232 / Jessie Kwak writes supernatural thrillers and sci-fi crime as well as nonfiction productivity books including, From Chaos to Creativity and From Big Idea to Book. Topics: Trusting your own process, reassessing expectations, and enjoying the writing process How Jessie blends sci-fi and crime genres and found her second series easier to…

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Throne of Glass Part 1: Reviewing Books 1 to 3 1:00:28

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Analyzing 'Throne of Glass': Spoilers, Controversies, and Character Debates In this episode of The Plot With A Twist, hosts Roe, Allorah, and Shaye dive into an in-depth discussion of Sarah J. Maas's Throne of Glass series. Addressing the first two books, Throne of Glass and Crown of Midnight, as well as the novellas in Assassin's Blade, they disse…

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Sexism in Bitcoin: an interview with Lyn Alden 48:47

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I'm joined by investment strategist and bitcoiner Lyn Alden to continue an earlier conversation about sexism in the bitcoin world. Links we discuss in this interview: DL News article on the gender breakdown of speakers at Bitcoin 2024 Association for Women in Cryptocurrency (AWIC) "State of Inclusion" survey Pantera survey on gender and pay in the …

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Issue 63 – RobConf 2024 36:40

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Coinbase responds to campaign finance violation allegations, Trump panders to bitcoiners, and I talk about my chat with Lyn Alden about sexism in bitcoin. Originally published on August 7, 2024.بقلم Molly White

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Publishing Options with Nick Courtright of Atmosphere Press 50:58

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Episode 231 / Dr. Nick Courtright of Atmosphere Press, a literary hybrid publisher dedicated to author rights, joins us to discuss different publishing options, letting go of the mindset that you must have an agent, and the importance of a personal brand. 💙 🎙 Become a supporter of the podcast! Get access to the backlist of exclusive supporter episo…

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From Humour to Horror: Our Take on Brynne Weaver's Hit Butcher and Blackbird 46:33

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Butcher and Blackbird: Dark Romantic Comedy Deep Dive In this episode of The Plot With A Twist, hosts Roe, Allorah, and Shaye explore Butcher and Blackbird by Brynne Weaver. They discuss the book's dark romantic comedy elements, character dynamics, and plot nuances. The hosts share their personal ratings, favourite scenes, and characters, while div…

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🔒 Supporter Episode: Enemies to Lovers Trope 🔪→♥️ 39:20

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Subscriber-only episode In this supporter-exclusive chat, we broke down the Enemies to Lovers trope–and it’s not just for romance novels! From Pride and Prejudice to You've Got Mail, we've got tons of insights and examples that show how friction and chemistry can turn rivalry into romance. Why readers love this trope The need to maintain the core c…

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Finding your Community and Navigating Dyslexia with A.B. Herron 44:36

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Episode 230 / A.B. Herron blends elements of fantasy and romance in her fiction. She shares about balancing a full-time job while diving headfirst into the world of writing, the joy of connecting with readers at book fairs, and the critical role a supportive community plays in overcoming challenges, especially for authors with dyslexia. 💙 🎙 Become …

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Romantasy Explained: Top Books, Tropes, and Must-Read Authors 52:57

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Facebook Instagram Romantasy: A Deep Dive into Fantasy Romance In this episode of 'The Plot With A Twist,' hosts Roe, Allorah, and Shaye discuss the intriguing genre of romantasy -- a blend of romance and fantasy. They define and differentiate romantic fantasy from fantasy romance, emphasizing key elements like witty banter, strong side characters,…

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Coinbase appears to have violated campaign finance laws with a $25 million super PAC donation 16:39

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Actively involved in contract negotiations with a federal government agency, Coinbase was likely prohibited from making its $25 million contribution to the Fairshake crypto super PAC in May 2024. Originally published on July 30, 2024, and updated on August 5.بقلم Molly White

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When did cryptocurrency policy become a voter issue? 11:59

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I don’t believe that it has. In addition to all the spending, the cryptocurrency industry has been working overtime to sell a story: that there is a large contingent of voters who will be strongly factoring in candidates’ crypto policy stances when they vote in the upcoming elections. The problem is, it’s a story that does not seem to be well suppo…