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Em's Books & Cats Podcast

213 episodes - English - Latest episode: 4 months ago -

Hey, Book Lovers!

Audiobook narrator, writer, and life-long book addict, Em Frappier, talks about all things books.... and her cats, of course!



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The Woman Inside Me Is Speaking

November 27, 2023 06:00 - 26 minutes - 17.9 MB

Em discusses the beautiful and heartbreaking new book by Britney Spears, The Woman In Me as well as Nanowrimo and the wild huntress that lives in her house –plus, a new installment of her 2014 horror novel, Do You Remember Ella? 📖😺🎧 Until next time…  You can sign up to support the pod here Get fun, bonus content by subscribing to the Substack! Check out Em’s books, plays, and stories at frappmedia.com And, you can find all things books & cats at booksncatspod.com Support the show

Going Bad, Going Right, & Staring At The Yellow Wallpaper

November 12, 2023 05:00 - 32 minutes - 22.7 MB

Em discusses the incredible short horror story from 1892, The Yellow Wallpaper by Charlotte Perkins Gilman as well as her own writing flow, an awesome podcast called Wicked Words, and the next chapter of Em’s horror story from 2014, Do You Remember Ella? 📖😺🎧 Until next time…  You can sign up to support the pod here Get fun, bonus content by subscribing to the Substack Check out Em’s books, plays, and stories at frappmedia.com And, you can find all things books & cats at booksncatspod.c...

Salt House Place & Pellet Stove Heat

October 29, 2023 06:00 - 32 minutes - 22.4 MB

Em discusses the captivating Salt House Place by Jamie Lee Sogn as well as snuggly cats, special blankets, and the first chapter of a spooky tale from 9 years ago 📖😺🎧 Until next time…  You can sign up to support the pod here Get fun, bonus content by subscribing to the Substack Check out Em’s books, plays, and stories at frappmedia.com And, you can find all things books & cats at booksncatspod.com Support the show

A Stolen Child ~ Maggie D'arcy Returns!

October 12, 2023 06:00 - 12 minutes - 8.8 MB

Em is thrilled to continue the Maggie D’arcy series with Sarah Stewart Taylor’s newest book, A Stolen Child – plus, new cat shirts, fabulosity, and a “new” story in honor of spooky season 😸👕✨ Books by Sarah Stewart Taylor Do You Remember Ella?  Kindle/Paperback Like what you hear?  Tips accepted at Venmo - FrappMedia Or, you can subscribe to the Substack You can also sign up to support the pod here Check out Em’s books, plays, and stories at frappmedia.com And, you can find all thing...

What Lies In The Woods & Where Are The Shoes?

September 30, 2023 05:00 - 9 minutes - 6.35 MB

Em’s Books & Cats Podcast returns with more great books and cats stuff – this week, Em discusses the captivating thriller What Lies In The Woods by Kate Alice Marshall as well as the origin of “waiting for the other shoe to drop” and the joy of reading by a campfire. 📖😺🎧 Use this link to check out all the fun things at Pet Haveny that you’ll want to buy for your favorite furry friend, and you also help support the podcast! Use code BOOKSNCATS for 30% off your order! You can sign up to su...

Story Time with Em - Chapter 14 - The Last Witch

August 20, 2023 06:00 - 28 minutes - 19.4 MB

In this bonus episode from Em's Books & Cats Podcast, I’m sharing my YA fantasy novel, The Last Witch, a chapter a week. This week is Chapter 14 - enjoy! 📖🎧🔮 You can sign up to support the pod here Get fun, bonus content by subscribing to the Patreon! Check out Em’s books, plays, and stories at frappmedia.com And, you can find all things books & cats at booksncatspod.com Support the show

Story Time with Em - Chapter 13 - The Last Witch

July 31, 2023 04:00 - 19 minutes - 13.7 MB

In this bonus episode from Em's Books & Cats Podcast, I’m sharing my YA fantasy novel, The Last Witch, a chapter a week. This week is Chapter 13 - enjoy! 📖🎧🔮 You can sign up to support the pod here Get fun, bonus content by subscribing to the Patreon! Check out Em’s books, plays, and stories at frappmedia.com And, you can find all things books & cats at booksncatspod.com Support the show

Story Time with Em - Chapter 12 - The Last Witch

July 25, 2023 04:00 - 38 minutes - 26.2 MB

In this bonus episode from Em's Books & Cats Podcast, I’m sharing my YA fantasy novel, The Last Witch, a chapter a week. This week is Chapter 12 - enjoy! 📖🎧🔮 You can sign up to support the pod here Get fun, bonus content by subscribing to the Patreon! Check out Em’s books, plays, and stories at frappmedia.com And, you can find all things books & cats at booksncatspod.com Support the show

Story Time with Em - Chapter 11 - The Last Witch

July 09, 2023 17:00 - 23 minutes - 16.1 MB

In this bonus episode from Em's Books & Cats Podcast, I’m sharing my YA fantasy novel, The Last Witch, a chapter a week. This week is Chapter 11 - enjoy! 📖🎧🔮 You can sign up to support the pod here Get fun, bonus content by subscribing to the Patreon! Check out Em’s books, plays, and stories at frappmedia.com And, you can find all things books & cats at booksncatspod.com Support the show

Story Time with Em - Chapter 10 - The Last Witch

June 25, 2023 05:00 - 18 minutes - 12.9 MB

In this bonus episode from Em's Books & Cats Podcast, I’m sharing my YA fantasy novel, The Last Witch, a chapter a week. This week is Chapter 10 - enjoy! 📖🎧🔮 Help support the pod & get fun, bonus content by subscribing to the Patreon! Check out Em’s books, plays, and stories at frappmedia.com And, you can find all things books & cats at booksncatspod.com Support the show

Confessions On The 7:45

June 21, 2023 04:00 - 11 minutes - 7.67 MB

In this week's episode, Em discusses the tantalizing thriller, Confessions On The 7:45 by Lisa Unger. Help support the pod & get fun, bonus content by subscribing to the Patreon! Check out Em’s books, plays, and stories at frappmedia.com And, you can find all things books & cats at booksncatspod.com Support the show

Story Time with Em - Chapter 9 - The Last Witch

June 18, 2023 22:00 - 22 minutes - 15.7 MB

Story Time with Em is back for Season 3!  In this bonus episode from Em's Books & Cats Podcast, I’m sharing my YA fantasy novel, The Last Witch, a chapter a week. This week is Chapter 9 - enjoy! 📖🎧🔮 Use this link to check out all the fun things at Pet Haveny that you’ll want to buy for your favorite furry friend, and you also help support the podcast! Use code BOOKSNCATS for 30% off your order! Support the show

Paris, Something Was Wrong

June 08, 2023 04:00 - 11 minutes - 8.21 MB

In this week’s episode, Em talks about some recent sources of inspiration – Paris Hilton’s memoir, Paris, and the podcast, Something Was Wrong. Use this link to check out all the fun things at Pet Haveny that you’ll want to buy for your favorite furry friend, and you also help support the podcast! Use code BOOKSNCATS for 30% off your order! Help support the pod & get fun, bonus content by subscribing to the Patreon! Check out Em’s books, plays, and stories at frappmedia.com And, you ca...

In Need Of A Writer's Retreat

June 02, 2023 00:00 - 10 minutes - 7.22 MB

This week Em’s dealing with the ups and downs of being a writer, and talking about the dark twists of the fabulous book, The Writing Retreat by Julia Bartz.  Support the show

The Collected Regrets Of Clover & Walter's New Tie

May 26, 2023 04:00 - 24 minutes - 16.9 MB

Em’s back with more books & cats stuff. In this episode, Em discusses the wonderfully sweet exploration of life and death in The Collected Regrets of Clover by Mikki Brammer – plus Walter the cat and a new chapter of her weekly writing project, Secret Keeper.  Help support the pod & get fun, bonus content by subscribing to the Patreon! Check out Em’s books, plays, and stories at frappmedia.com And, you can find all things books & cats at booksncatspod.com Support the show

Re-Flexions 1:3 Accepting, Not Fixing

May 24, 2023 20:00 - 16 minutes - 11.1 MB

Re-Flexions is back, and Em’s discussing some of her struggles with her mental health and learning she has been living with undiagnosed ADHD her entire life. It was a struggle-bus week(+), and she’s ready to get back to the yoga mat and start taking care of herself again. May is mental health awareness month, and Em’s continuing on her path to discovering - and accepting - her true self.  Support the show

Story Time with Em - Chapter 8 - The Last Witch

May 07, 2023 05:23 - 18 minutes - 12.8 MB

Story Time with Em is back for Season 3!  In this bonus episode from Em's Books & Cats Podcast, I’m sharing my YA fantasy novel, The Last Witch, a chapter a week. This week is Chapter 8 - enjoy! 📖🎧🔮 Help support the pod & get fun, bonus content by subscribing to the Patreon! Check out Em’s books, plays, and stories at frappmedia.com And, you can find all things books & cats at booksncatspod.com Support the show

Dear Laura From The House On The Water

May 04, 2023 05:23 - 26 minutes - 18.3 MB

This week, Em explores a couple of fabulous novellas - The House On The Water by Margot Hunt and Dear Laura by Gemma Amor – plus, there’s a new chapter of her weekly writing project, Secret Keeper – enjoy! Support the show

Re-Flexions 1:2 Thanks, CPTSD

May 02, 2023 05:23 - 13 minutes - 9.01 MB

In this bonus episode from Em’s Books & Cats Podcast, Em explores some of her other interests - mainly physical & mental health topics - and chats about the highs and lows of her yoga and meditation practice.  Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/ems-books-and-cats-podcast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Support the show

Story Time with Em - Chapter 7 - The Last Witch

April 29, 2023 23:27 - 18 minutes - 13.1 MB

Story Time with Em is back for Season 3!  In this bonus episode from Em's Books & Cats Podcast, I’m sharing my YA fantasy novel, The Last Witch, a chapter a week. This week is Chapter 7 - enjoy! 📖🎧🔮 Help support the pod & get fun, bonus content by subscribing to the Patreon! Check out Em’s books, plays, and stories at frappmedia.com And, you can find all things books & cats at booksncatspod.com Support the show

The Bell Chime(s) For You, Vanilla

April 28, 2023 03:13 - 36 minutes - 24.8 MB

In this week’s episode, Em does a deep dive into the writing of Mona Kabbani, covering her excellent horror stories - Vanilla, For You, & The Bell Chime. If you love good horror, you don’t want to miss this one! Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/ems-books-and-cats-podcast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Support the show

Re-Flexions 1:1 Flexion & Reflection

April 25, 2023 18:35 - 13 minutes - 9.04 MB

It’s yet another bonus episode from Em’s Books & Cats Podcast. In addition to books and cats, Em is fascinated by health and the human body/brain. She’s embarking on an experiment with meditation, yoga, and the mind-body connection. If you want to join, give Em’s Re-Flexions a listen! In this first episode, Em discusses her yoga journey and her struggles with meditation – plus, her deep love for Mountain pose, and her current inability to do Plow pose. Enjoy the journey! Support this show ...

Story Time with Em - Chapter 6 - The Last Witch

April 23, 2023 22:24 - 26 minutes - 18 MB

Story Time with Em is back for Season 3!  In this bonus episode from Em's Books & Cats Podcast, I’m sharing my YA fantasy novel, The Last Witch, a chapter a week. This week is Chapter 6 - enjoy! Help support the pod & get fun, bonus content by subscribing to the Patreon! Check out Em’s books, plays, and stories at frappmedia.com And, you can find all things books & cats at booksncatspod.com Support the show

Copycat Phoenix - Chatting with Erin Culff

April 20, 2023 05:23 - 37 minutes - 25.6 MB

In this extra special episode, Em is chatting with poet and podcaster, Erin Culff, who you may remember from episode 3:3 when Em discussed Erin’s poetry and her podcast, The Myth Monsters Podcast. Erin is absolutely lovely, and you’re going to really enjoy this episode. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/ems-books-and-cats-podcast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Support the show

Story Time with Em - Chapter 5 - The Last Witch

April 16, 2023 15:02 - 21 minutes - 14.9 MB

Story Time with Em is back for Season 3!  In this bonus episode from Em's Books & Cats Podcast, I’m sharing my YA fantasy novel, The Last Witch, a chapter a week. This week is Chapter 5 - enjoy! Help support the pod & get fun, bonus content by subscribing to the Patreon! Check out Em’s books, plays, and stories at frappmedia.com And, you can find all things books & cats at booksncatspod.com Support the show

If It's Dark, Look For The Radium Girls

April 14, 2023 15:26 - 29 minutes - 20.1 MB

In this week’s enlightening episode, Em discusses the horrific but incredibly interesting non-fiction book, The Radium Girls by Kate Moore as well as a song about Ender’s Game - plus a new chapter of her weekly writing project - enjoy! Battle Graduate - The Renunciate -  @therenunciate Booksncatspod.com Frappmedia.com Support the show

Story Time with Em - Chapter 4 - The Last Witch

April 09, 2023 01:02 - 27 minutes - 18.8 MB

Story Time with Em is back for Season 3!  In this bonus episode from Em's Books & Cats Podcast, I’m sharing my YA fantasy novel, The Last Witch, a chapter a week. This week is Chapter 4 - enjoy! Help support the pod & get fun, bonus content by subscribing to the Patreon! Check out Em’s books, plays, and stories at frappmedia.com And, you can find all things books & cats at booksncatspod.com Support the show

Story Time with Em - Chapter 3 - The Last Witch

April 02, 2023 05:23 - 16 minutes - 11.7 MB

Story Time with Em is back for Season 3!  In this bonus episode from Em's Books & Cats Podcast, I’m sharing my YA fantasy novel, The Last Witch, a chapter a week. This week is Chapter 3 - enjoy! Help support the pod & get fun, bonus content by subscribing to the Patreon! Check out Em’s books, plays, and stories at frappmedia.com And, you can find all things books & cats at booksncatspod.com Support the show

Dark Matter & Studio Excitement

March 31, 2023 00:11 - 28 minutes - 19.5 MB

This week, Em discusses the mind-bending, sci-fi novel Dark Matter by Blake Crouch and shares her excitement about the new Frapp Media studio. Enjoy! Support the show

Story Time with Em - Chapter 2 - The Last Witch

March 26, 2023 02:54 - 29 minutes - 20.1 MB

Story Time with Em is back for Season 3!  In this bonus episode from Em's Books & Cats Podcast, I will be sharing my YA fantasy novel, The Last Witch, a chapter a week. This week is Chapter 2 - enjoy! Help support the pod & get fun, bonus content by subscribing to the Patreon! Check out Em’s books, plays, and stories at frappmedia.com And, you can find all things books & cats at booksncatspod.com Support the show

Love Pamela, The Giver

March 24, 2023 19:21 - 30 minutes - 20.9 MB

In this week’s episode, Em discusses Pamela Anderson’s fabulous autobiography, Love Pamela as well as the movie based on The Giver  by Lois Lowry - plus a new chapter of Em’s weekly writing project - enjoy! Help support the pod & get fun, bonus content by subscribing to the Patreon! Check out Em’s books, plays, and stories at frappmedia.com And, you can find all things books & cats at booksncatspod.com Support the show

Story Time with Em - Chapter 1 - The Last Witch

March 19, 2023 05:23 - 22 minutes - 15.2 MB

Story Time with Em is back for Season 3! In this bonus episode from Em's Books & Cats Podcast, I will be sharing my YA fantasy novel, The Last Witch, a chapter a week.  This week is Chapter 1 - enjoy! Help support the pod & get fun, bonus content by subscribing to the Patreon! Check out Em’s books, plays, and stories at frappmedia.com And, you can find all things books & cats at booksncatspod.com Support the show

The Game You Played Was Ender's Game

March 16, 2023 22:29 - 30 minutes - 20.6 MB

This week, Em’s discussing the fabulous thriller, The Game You Played by Anni Taylor as well as the movie based on the novel Ender’s Game - plus, an update on Smokey Xmas and a new chapter of Em’s weekly writing project - enjoy! 📖😸🎧 Help support the pod & get fun, bonus content by subscribing to the Patreon! Check out Em’s books, plays, and stories at frappmedia.com And, you can find all things books & cats at booksncatspod.com Support the show

Mean Baby Inside The Mind Of A Cat

March 10, 2023 22:23 - 28 minutes - 19.8 MB

This week Em talks about the incredible memoir, Mean Baby: A Memoir Of Growing Up  by Selma Blair as well as the Netflix show, Inside The Mind Of A Cat – plus, there’s a new chapter of Em’s weekly writing project – enjoy! Help support the pod & get fun, bonus content by subscribing to the Patreon! Check out Em’s books, plays, and stories at frappmedia.com And, you can find all things books & cats at booksncatspod.com Support the show

The Storyteller's Feelin' 42

March 02, 2023 06:11 - 25 minutes - 17.6 MB

In this slightly shorter episode, Em discusses the fun and enjoyable audiobook of The Storyteller: Tales of Life and Music by Dave Grohl – plus a quite interesting tv show and a new chapter of Em’s weekly writing project – enjoy! Help support the pod & get fun, bonus content by subscribing to the Patreon! Check out Em’s books, plays, and stories at frappmedia.com And, you can find all things books & cats at booksncatspod.com Support the show

Dawn of the Dreadfuls

February 23, 2023 18:11 - 31 minutes - 21.4 MB

Em continues her horror/romance streak with another tale of zombies and love. She’s talking about Dawn of the Dreadfuls by Steve Hockensmith - the prequel to the incredible Pride and Prejudice and Zombies. Plus, there’s a new chapter of Em’s weekly writing project – enjoy! Help support the pod & get fun, bonus content by subscribing to the Patreon! Check out Em’s books, plays, and stories at frappmedia.com And, you can find all things books & cats at booksncatspod.com Support the show

Twice The Bones And All

February 17, 2023 01:07 - 25 minutes - 17.6 MB

Em’s diving into Bones and All by Camille DeAngelis – and the movie it inspired. Plus, there’s a new chapter of Em’s weekly writing project, Ocean Eyes – enjoy! Help support the pod & get fun, bonus content by subscribing to the Patreon! Check out Em’s books, plays, and stories at frappmedia.com And, you can find all things books & cats at booksncatspod.com Support the show

Myth Monsters & Dating Dramas

February 03, 2023 02:26 - 35 minutes - 24.6 MB

Mythological monsters, popular cats, and poetry about the plights of dating – this is going to be a good one! Em’s talking about the Myth Monsters podcast, a collection of poems about the dramas of dating, and the most popular cat breeds worldwide - plus, a new chapter of Em’s weekly writing project. Enjoy! Myth Monsters Podcast @mythmonsterspodcast  12 Most Popular Cat Breeds for Feline Lovers Help support the pod & get fun, bonus content by subscribing to the Patreon! Check out Em’s b...

Spare An Emotional Dictionary?

January 26, 2023 12:27 - 31 minutes - 21.4 MB

If you’re a word nerd or someone fascinated with the royal family, this episode’s for you. Em discusses Spare by Prince Harry and An Emotional Dictionary: Real Words for How You Feel From Angst To Zwodder by Susie Dent.  Plus, there’s a new chapter of Em’s weekly writing project. Help support the pod & get fun, bonus content by subscribing to the Patreon! Check out Em’s books, plays, and stories at frappmedia.com And, you can find all things books & cats at booksncatspod.com Support the ...

If You Tell About All The Dangerous Things

January 19, 2023 22:12 - 28 minutes - 19.3 MB

Hey, Book Lovers! It’s Season 3, and Em’s off to a disturbing start. She discusses If You Tell: A True Story Of Murder, Family Secrets, And The Unbreakable Bond Of Sisterhood – warning for this one – it’s intense. Em also talks about Stacy Willingham’s All The Dangerous Things – equally creepy but thankfully fictional. Plus, the weekly writing project is back with a new chapter. Enjoy! Help support the pod & get fun, bonus content by subscribing to the Patreon! Check out Em’s books, plays,...

Wrapped Up In Kitty Letter

December 27, 2022 17:26 - 20 minutes - 14.4 MB

It's the last episode of Season 2, and Em's discussing her top reads of the year - as well as her family's new obsession with Kitty Letter, a story about a forgotten book, and a new chapter of Ocean Eyes. Happy Holidays, Book Lovers! Can't wait for Season 3!!! Help support the pod & get fun, bonus content by subscribing to the Patreon! Check out Em’s books, plays, and stories at frappmedia.com And, you can find all things books & cats at booksncatspod.com Support the show

The Other Emily & A Stranger In The Woods

December 11, 2022 02:02 - 23 minutes - 16.1 MB

Em's got two books to discuss this week - The Other Emily by Dean Koontz and Stranger In The Woods by Anni Taylor - plus a new chapter of Ocean Eyes -- enjoy! Help support the pod & get fun, bonus content by subscribing to the Patreon! Check out Em’s books, plays, and stories at frappmedia.com And, you can find all things books & cats at booksncatspod.com Support the show

The Better Spy - Smokey Christmas

December 05, 2022 14:05 - 17 minutes - 12.3 MB

In this episode, Em's talking about the excellent spy novel, The Better Spy by P.A. Duncan. Plus, the return of Smokey Christmas and Em's weekly writing project, Ocean Eyes. Help support the pod & get fun, bonus content by subscribing to the Patreon! Check out Em’s books, plays, and stories at frappmedia.com And, you can find all things books & cats at booksncatspod.com Support the show

A Fairytale Hike

November 16, 2022 06:11 - 10 minutes - 7.13 MB

Em's got two books to discuss in this episode - The Hike by Susi Holliday and Fairytale by Stephen King. Help support the pod & get fun, bonus content by subscribing to the Patreon! Check out Em’s books, plays, and stories at frappmedia.com And, you can find all things books & cats at booksncatspod.com Support the show

20th Century Ghosts Are Calling On The Black Phone

November 03, 2022 03:34 - 13 minutes - 9.04 MB

Em discusses the absolutely fabulous short story collection, 20th Century Ghosts by Joe Hill as well as the movie, The Black Phone. Help support the pod & get fun, bonus content by subscribing to the Patreon! Check out Em’s books, plays, and stories at frappmedia.com And, you can find all things books & cats at booksncatspod.com Support the show

The Forgotten Hours & Everything We Didn't Say

October 26, 2022 22:07 - 11 minutes - 7.72 MB

Em went camping and, of course, brought books with her. In this episode, she discusses The Forgotten Hours by Katrin Schuman and Everything We Didn't Say by Nicole Baart - plus, what her cats have been up to lately. Enjoy! Help support the pod & get fun, bonus content by subscribing to the Patreon! Check out Em’s books, plays, and stories at frappmedia.com And, you can find all things books & cats at booksncatspod.com Support the show

I'm Glad My Mom Died in this Dopamine Nation

October 20, 2022 03:11 - 16 minutes - 11.2 MB

Em's back, and she's discussing mental health, healing, and two amazing books - I'm Glad My Mom Died by Jeanette McCurdy and Dopamine Nation by Dr. Anna Lembke.  Help support the pod & get fun, bonus content by subscribing to the Patreon! Check out Em’s books, plays, and stories at frappmedia.com And, you can find all things books & cats at booksncatspod.com Support the show

Story Time with Em - Chapter 27, 28, & 29 - SuperGym

August 09, 2022 18:48 - 23 minutes - 16.4 MB

It's story time, Book Lovers. This week is the final episode for SuperGym.  Please enjoy Chapters 27, 28, & 29  Help support the pod & get fun, bonus content by subscribing to the Patreon! Check out Em’s books, plays, and stories at frappmedia.com And, you can find all things books & cats at booksncatspod.com Support the show

You're Invited ~ Well, I Never

August 06, 2022 21:10 - 18 minutes - 13 MB

This week Em talks about the newest addition to the Books and Cats family, her kitten Dozer, and she talks about the engaging book, You're Invited by Amanda Jayatissa and a new true crime distraction. Help support the pod & get fun, bonus content by subscribing to the Patreon! Check out Em’s books, plays, and stories at frappmedia.com And, you can find all things books & cats at booksncatspod.com Support the show

Story Time with Em - Chapter 26 - SuperGym

August 02, 2022 22:46 - 17 minutes - 11.8 MB

It's story time, Book Lovers!  This week is Chapter 26 of SuperGym -- enjoy! **warning: contains mature content**  Help support the pod & get fun, bonus content by subscribing to the Patreon! Check out Em’s books, plays, and stories at frappmedia.com And, you can find all things books & cats at booksncatspod.com Support the show