Wine, Women and Words
344 episodes - English - Latest episode: 5 days ago - ★★★★★ - 16 ratingsMost people pair their wine with food but here, at Wine, Women and Words we pair our wine with books. Join us each week as we chat with authors, read books and of course, drink wine!
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Episodes
The Sweet Spot with Amy Poeppel
February 15, 2023 13:30 - 45 minutes - 26.3 MBJoin us as we chat about writing comedy; the difference between writing a screenplay and writing a novel; and like in NYC. We also come up with a new party game. Get your copy of The Sweet Spot here: https://bookshop.org/a/5676/9781982176457 Help support our podcast for less than a cup of coffee: https://ko-fi.com/winewomenwordspodcast
Audrey Burges and The Miniscule Mansion
February 08, 2023 14:00 - 49 minutes - 23.8 MBWe chat with Audrey Burges about her book The Miniscule Mansion of My Myra Malone and the personalities each house contains. Be sure to get your copy of the book here: https://bookshop.org/a/5676/9780593546475 Michele and Diana also start their discussion of The Many Daughters of Afong Moy: https://bookshop.org/a/5676/9781982158217 Already own the books? Support the podcast for less than a cup of coffee, https://ko-fi.com/winewomenwordspodcast
Gabriella Saab and "Daughter's of Victory"
January 31, 2023 08:27 - 52 minutes - 29.6 MB***THIS EPISODE CONTAINS SPOILERS*** Catch up with Gabriella Saab to talk about her latest book, Daughters of Victory. We do discuss some very big spoilers so if you haven't finished the book, listen at your own peril. However, if you would still like to buy the book, you pick up your copy from our shop. Already have the book? Feel free to buy us a cup of coffee.
Roni Robbins "Hands of Gold"
January 24, 2023 14:00 - 30 minutes - 17.6 MBWe chat with Roni about her novel Hands of Gold which was inspired by her grandparents. We get real about imposter syndrome and where do we get our validity in our writing. Please be sure to visit our bookshop to pick up your copy of Hands of Gold.
Storyteller's Workbook with Adrienne Young and Isabel Ibañez
January 17, 2023 15:00 - 22 minutes - 13.2 MBIn our first episode of the year, we chat with Adrienne Young and Isabel Ibañez about the Storyteller's Workbook and how useful it is for authors. Pick up your copy here.
Once Upon A December with Amy Reichert
December 22, 2022 23:36 - 37 minutes - 21.7 MBOn our last episode of the year, we chat with Amy Reichert about her latest books, Christmas markets, and Christmas Kringle... Get your copy of Once Upon a December here
Not Hiding with Kristina McMorris
December 16, 2022 15:00 - 58 minutes - 35 MB***Spoilers** We sit down with Kristina McMorris to talk about her latest book, The Ways We Hide. We get into the grit about writing. Get your copy of The Ways We Hide here
Big Chicas Don't Cry with Annette Chavez Macias
December 15, 2022 02:23 - 33 minutes - 18.4 MBWe chat with Annette Chavez Macias about food, cousins and her latest book Big Chicas Don't Cry. Pick up your copy of the book here.
"They Come at Knight" with Yasmin Angoe
November 25, 2022 17:38 - 35 minutes - 21.3 MBAuthor Yasmin Angoe joins Diana and guest co-host Alex Kiester to discuss her latest novel "They Come at Knight," the second installation of her Nena Knight series. They discuss the inspiration behind the novel, the family and friend resources Yasmin used in the research process for her novel, continuing these characters' stories from the first novel and so much more! Be sure to check out our shop on Bookshop.org to be able to help support independent bookstores and this podcast. You can f...
"Reluctant Immortals" with Gwendolyn Kiste
November 25, 2022 17:05 - 26 minutes - 15.7 MBAuthor Gwendolyn Kiste joins Diana and guest co-host Alyssa Palombo to discuss her latest novel, "Reluctant Immortals." They dive into reinventing classic characters (Lucy from Dracula and Bertha from Jane Eyre, in this case), creating female friendships in the novel, the California history featured in the novel and much more! Be sure to check out our shop on Bookshop.org to be able to help support independent bookstores and this podcast. You can find "Reluctant Immortals" under 'Featured...
"The Witch & the Tsar" with Olesya Salnikova Gilmore
November 25, 2022 16:12 - 49 minutes - 31.3 MB**CAUTION: SPOILERS** We chat with Olesya Salnikova Gilmore joins us to discuss our October Book of the Month (and her debut novel!) "The Witch & the Tsar." We dive into the debut novel experience, the history and lore behind the novel, Olesya's experience weaving the two together into her story -- and much more! Be sure to check out our shop on Bookshop.org to be able to help support independent bookstores and this podcast. You can find "The Witch & the Tsar" in our 'Book of th...
"Coming Apart" with Karen Heenan
November 03, 2022 13:42 - 33 minutes - 19.4 MBHistorical fiction author Karen Heenan joins us to discuss her latest novel "Coming Apart," a story of two sisters set during the Great Depression. We dive into shifting writing styles to a different period of history, Karen's experience exploring the complexities of the sisters' relationships and much more! Be sure to check out our shop on Bookshop.org to be able to help support independent bookstores and this podcast. You can find "Coming Apart" under 'Featured Books' and our October ti...
"Curse Undone" with Brandie June
November 03, 2022 13:06 - 30 minutes - 17.3 MBAuthor Brandie June returns to discuss "Curse Undone" the second book in her "Gold Spun" duology. We dive into sparkly cocktails, Brandie's experience building her own world in book two for the faerie realm versus working with the scaffolding of a fairytale in book one, Brandie's idea of a reverse outline and much more. Be sure to check out our shop on Bookshop.org to be able to help support independent bookstores and this podcast. You can find "Curse Undone" under 'Featured Books' and ou...
Exploring Hidden Palaces with Helene Wecker
October 13, 2022 05:50 - 1 hour - 38.8 MBWe get to talk with Helene Wecker about both The Golem and the Jinni and Hidden Palaces. Diana and Helene commiserate over historical fiction woes and Helene's science fiction influences. Get your copy of Hidden Palaces and The Golem and the Jinni at our bookshop.
Exploring a Mind for Murder with Daniella Bernett
September 28, 2022 22:49 - 25 minutes - 16 MBJoin us as we chat with Daniella Bernett about setting, plotting our books and more! Be sure to get your copy of A Mind for Murder here.
"The Unquiet Dead" with Stacie Murphy
September 28, 2022 19:08 - 41 minutes - 24.5 MBStacie Murphy returns to the show to discuss "The Unquiet Dead," the next adventure of Amelia and Jonas (the characters from her debut novel "A Deadly Fortune"). We discuss the agent-author relationship, Stacie's experience working with a sensitivty reader, expanding her characters' world in book two and much more! Be sure to check out our shop on Bookshop.org to be able to help support independent bookstores and this podcast. You can find "The Unquiet Dead" under 'Featured Books' and our...
Traveling Through History with Kim Taylor Blakemore
September 28, 2022 14:00 - 47 minutes - 27.2 MBHave you ever wondered what the little yellow person is on google maps? Well with the help of Kim Taylor Blakemore we find out. Kim isn't just here to shed light on a google mystery, she returns to the show to talk about her latest book, The Deception, and how to do setting research without leaving your home. Pick up your copy of Deception here.
"The Book Eaters" with Sunyi Dean
September 08, 2022 21:35 - 40 minutes - 23.3 MB***CAUTION: SPOILERS*** We welcome Sunyi Dean for our August Book of the Month episode to unpack all things "The Book Eaters." We discussed the inspiration behind the novel, how Sunyi created taste descriptions for the books her characters ate in the story, what the story initially began as and so much more! Be sure to check out our shop on Bookshop.org to be able to help support independent bookstores and this podcast. You can find our August title, "The Book Eaters" by Sunyi Dean in o...
"The Accidental Pinup" with Danielle Jackson
September 08, 2022 21:00 - 27 minutes - 16.9 MBAuthor Danielle Jackson joins us to discuss her debut novel "The Accidental Pinup." We discuss Danielle's inspiration and research process behind "Dreamland," the lingerie line featured in the novel, how Danielle's past career as a publicist in publishing prepared her to become an author and much more! Be sure to check out our shop on Bookshop.org to be able to help support independent bookstores and this podcast. You can find "The Accidental Pinup" under 'Featured Books' and our Septembe...
"Ben & Beatriz" with Katalina Gamarra
September 08, 2022 17:28 - 37 minutes - 21.5 MBAuthor Katalina Gamarra joins us to discuss her debut novel, "Ben & Beatriz." We have a mini Shakespeare nerd-out session before discussing Katalina's inspiration for a modern-day Beatriz, how her theater background helped her write dialogue in the novel and much, much more! Be sure to check out our shop on Bookshop.org to be able to help support independent bookstores and this podcast. You can find "Ben & Beatriz" under 'Featured Books' and our September title, "The Hidden Palace" by Hel...
"Dark Earth" with Rebecca Stott
September 08, 2022 17:22 - 31 minutes - 18 MBAuthor Rebecca Stott joins us to discuss her latest novel, "Dark Eart" set during the Dark Ages in Londinium, the Roman settlement in Britain. We nerd out on research (of course) and archaeology, the brooch that inspired the novel, the meaning behind the title and much more. Be sure to check out our shop on Bookshop.org to be able to help support independent bookstores and this podcast. You can find "Dark Earth" under 'Featured Books' and our September title, "The Hidden Palace" by Helen...
"Moth" with Melody Razak
August 30, 2022 16:27 - 26 minutes - 15.5 MBAuthor Melody Razak joins us to discuss her debut historical fiction novel "Moth." We dive into the research behind the story, the craft of building dialogue in the writing process, Melody's year living in India writing this novel and much, much more. Be sure to check out our shop on Bookshop.org to be able to help support independent bookstores and this podcast. You can find "Moth" under 'Featured Books' and our August title, "The Book Eaters" by Sunyi Dean in our 'Book of the Month' sh...
"Mademoiselle Revolution" with Zoe Sivak
August 24, 2022 14:35 - 50 minutes - 29.5 MBDebut author Zoe Sivak joins us to discuss her historical fiction novel "Mademoiselle Revolution." We discuss pub week, what drew Zoe to this time period, the historical figures in the novel, cover art and so, so much more. Be sure to check out our shop on Bookshop.org to be able to help support independent bookstores and this podcast. You can find "Mademoiselle Revolution" under 'Featured Books' and our August title, "The Book Eaters" by Sunyi Dean in our 'Book of the Month' shop.
"Dalvi: Six Years in the Arctic Tundra" with Laura Galloway
August 20, 2022 17:51 - 47 minutes - 27.4 MBAuthor Laura Galloway joins us to discuss "Dalvi: Six Years in the Arctic Tundra," her memoir of her experiences living in a reindeer village in the Arctic Tundra. We dive into her experiences learning the language, the writing process of compiling her memories and translating it into a book and much, much more. We also discuss our book of the month, "The Book Eaters" by Sunyi Dean. Be sure to check out our shop on Bookshop.org to be able to help support independent bookstores and this ...
"The Truth About Ben and June" with Alex Kiester
August 12, 2022 21:25 - 45 minutes - 26.5 MBAuthor Alex Kiester returns to discuss her novel "The Truth About Ben and June." We dive into the research she did for her characters, writer's quirks and more amid a conversational tangent or two. Or three. Be sure to check out our shop on Bookshop.org to be able to help support independent bookstores and this podcast. You can find "The Truth About Ben and June" under 'Featured Books' and our August title, "The Boo Eaters" by Sunyi Dean in our 'Book of the Month' shop.
"Let Me Be Frank" with Tracy Dawson
August 04, 2022 22:24 - 1 hour - 35.8 MBIt's our book of the month episode to unpack "Let Me Be Frank" with author Tracy Dawson. We dive into all things about the book, from how it originated to the epic title to the phenomenal artwork to the women and research behind this non-fiction book. Be sure to check out our shop on Bookshop.org to be able to help support independent bookstores and this podcast. You can find our July title, "Let Me Be Frank" by Tracy Dawson in our 'Book of the Month' shop.
"By Her Own Design" with Piper Huguley
July 28, 2022 13:34 - 37 minutes - 21.9 MBPiper Huguley joins us to discuss her latest historical fiction novel "By Her Own Design: A Novel of Ann Lowe, Fashion Designer to the Social Register." We dive into the true story behind the novel, the women in Ann's life, Diana's food question and much more! Be sure to check out our shop on Bookshop.org to be able to help support independent bookstores and this podcast. You can find "By Her Own Design" under 'Featured Books' and our July title, "Let Me Be Frank" by Tracy Dawson in our '...
"The Lager Queen of Minnesota" with J. Ryan Stradal
July 19, 2022 14:19 - 47 minutes - 28.3 MBJ. Ryan Stradal joins us to discusses his latest novel "The Lager Queen of Minnesota." We dive into the research that went into the novel, author quirks and host a writer's workshop on his technique of starting a novel in the middle and working his way to the beginning and the end -- and much more! Be sure to check out our shop on Bookshop.org to be able to help support independent bookstores and this podcast. You can find "The Lager Queen of Minnesota" under 'Featured Books' and our Jul...
"The Memory Keeper of Kyiv" with Erin Litteken
July 19, 2022 13:18 - 28 minutes - 16.7 MBErin Litteken joins us to discuss her debut historical fiction novel "The Memory Keeper of Kyiv." We dive into Erin's experiences pulling from her own family history to help inspire, inform and shape this novel, the chapter of Ukrainian history featured in this novel and nerd out about research rabbit holes (of course) -- and much more! Be sure to check out our shop on Bookshop.org to be able to help support independent bookstores and this podcast. You can find "The Memory Keeper of Kyiv"...
"Sister Mother Warrior" with Vanessa Riley
July 15, 2022 20:41 - 39 minutes - 23.8 MBVanessa Riley returns to the show to discuss her latest novel "Sister Mother Warrior." We dive into the real women behind the novel, finding the balance of history and fiction as a historical fiction writer and -- of course -- the research in a history nerd happy hour. And much, much more. Be sure to check out our shop on Bookshop.org to be able to help support independent bookstores and this podcast. You can find "Sister Mother Warrior" by Vanessa Riley under 'Featured Books' and our Jul...
"Self-Portrait with Ghost" with Meng Jin
July 12, 2022 21:19 - 41 minutes - 23.8 MBAuthor Meng Jin returns to discuss "Self-Portrait with Ghost," her collection of short stories. We discuss writers who influenced Meng's writing, how she approached writing the stories in this collection and much more. We also launch our discussion about "Let Me Be Frank," our book of the month by Tracy Dawson. Be sure to check out our shop on Bookshop.org to be able to help support independent bookstores and this podcast. You can find "Self-Portrait with Ghost" under 'Featured Books' ...
"Darling Girl" with Liz Michalski
July 12, 2022 20:35 - 27 minutes - 15.6 MBLiz Michalski joins us to discuss her latest novel, "Darling Girl" a dark reimagining of J.M. Barrie's "Peter Pan" and we dive into fairytales in general, narrator perspectives, Liz's take on Peter and Tinker Bell and so much more! Be sure to check out our shop on Bookshop.org to be able to help support independent bookstores and this podcast. You can find "Darling Girl" under 'Featured Books' and our July title, "Let Me Be Frank" by Tracy Dawson in our 'Book of the Month' shop.
Discussing "The Candid Life of Meena Dave" with Namrata Patel
July 09, 2022 00:18 - 59 minutes - 34.7 MB***CAUTION: SPOILERS!!*** It's our book of the month episode, so we're diving into all the spoilers of "The Candid Life of Meena Dave" with author Namrata Patel. From the phenomenal characters to the food to the plot twists - we discuss that and much, much more. Be sure to check out our shop on Bookshop.org to be able to help support independent bookstores and this podcast. You can find our June title, "The Candid Life of Meena Dave" by Namrata Patel in our 'Book of the Month' shop.
"The Caretakers" with Amanda Bestor-Siegal
June 30, 2022 23:20 - 31 minutes - 18.9 MBAmanda Bestor-Siegal joins us to discuss her debut novel, "The Caretakers." We dive into the experiences that inspired the novel, what it was like to layer those experiences into character perspectives and the different themes that were explored through different characters -- and much, much more! Be sure to check out our shop on Bookshop.org to be able to help support independent bookstores and this podcast. You can find "The Caretakers" under 'Featured Books' and our June title, "The C...
C. D'Angelo and "The Visitor"
June 22, 2022 19:52 - 41 minutes - 24.5 MBC. D'Angelo joins us to discuss her latest novel "The Visitor." We dive into the inspiration behind the story (and which kind of stores we would open), the complex organizing systems we create for our bookshelves, how authors become mini experts in various fields/topics and much, much more! Check out C. D'Angelo's website to order your own copy of "The Visitor." Be sure to check out our shop on Bookshop.org to be able to help support independent bookstores and this podcast. You can find ...
"The Fervor" with Alma Katsu
June 16, 2022 12:44 - 39 minutes - 23.5 MBAlma Katsu joins us to discuss "The Fervor," her latest historical horror novel set in the Japanese American internment camps during WWII. We dive into the history behind the novel (and which character was pulled right out of history), her research and how she approached it, the jorogumo and Japanese folkore and so much more. Be sure to check out our shop on Bookshop.org to be able to help support independent bookstores and this podcast. You can find "The Fervor" under 'Featured Books' an...
Christine Simon & "The Patron Saint of Second Chances"
June 15, 2022 18:28 - 44 minutes - 25.9 MBWe discuss "The Patron Saint of Second Chances" with debut author Christine Simon and dive into the creation of Signor Speranza and Prometto, his small Italian village. Our conversation veers into Italian dialects, marketing campaigns and much, much more. We kick off our book of the month discussion about "The Candid Life of Meena Dave" by Namrata Patel. Be sure to check out our shop on Bookshop.org to be able to help support independent bookstores and this podcast. You can find "The ...
Weina Dai Randel and "The Last Rose of Shanghai"
June 08, 2022 16:45 - 34 minutes - 19.1 MBWeina Dai Randel joins us to discuss her historical fiction novel "The Last Rose of Shanhai." We discuss the history and historical figures behind the novel, traditions Weina has begun with her family and her novels and much more! Be sure to check out our shop on Bookshop.org to be able to help support independent bookstores and this podcast. You can find "The Last Rose of Shanghai" under 'Featured Books' and our June title, "Candid Life of Meena Dave" by Namrata Patel in our 'Book of the...
Chatting with Karen White about "The Shop on Royal Street"
June 08, 2022 16:41 - 34 minutes - 20.4 MBKaren White joins us to discuss "The Shop on Royal Street," the first book in her Royal Street series -- a spinoff frrom her Tradd Street series. We discuss some of the origin stories of Nola, the main character, unexpected secondary characters who insert themselves in the writing process and much much more. Be sure to check out our shop on Bookshop.org to be able to help support independent bookstores and this podcast. You can find "The Shop on Royal Street" under 'Featured Books' and o...
Unpacking "The Wedding Veil" with Kristy Woodson Harvey
June 02, 2022 13:23 - 50 minutes - 30.2 MB***CAUTION: SPOILERS*** Kristy Woodson Harvey joins the show to unpack her novel (and our book of the month) "The Wedding Veil." We discuss the women of the Biltmore and Edith Vanderbilt's wedding veil that really did disappear, how Cornelia's fascination with numerology helped shape her storyline in the novel, the development of some major plot points and so much more. Be sure to check out our shop on Bookshop.org to be able to help support independent bookstores and this podcast. You ...
Talking Art & Mysteries with Connie Berry
May 26, 2022 14:21 - 50 minutes - 31.2 MBConnie Berry discusses the fourth installation of her Kate Hamilton mystery series, "The Shadow of Memory." We dive into exploring/developing characters over the course of a series, pantsing versus plotting and so much more! We discuss our May book, "The Wedding Veil" by Kristy Woodson Harvey. Be sure to check out our shop on Bookshop.org to be able to help support independent bookstores and this podcast. You can find "The Shadow of Memory" under 'Featured Books' and our May title, "The...
Hanging Out with T.J. Alexander
May 19, 2022 22:00 - 42 minutes - 24.3 MBT.J. Alexander joins us to discuss their debut novel "Chef's Kiss" and we nerd out about all things baking, slow-burn romances and so, so much more amid *lots* of laughing. Be sure to check out our shop on Bookshop.org to be able to help support independent bookstores and this podcast. You can find "Chef's Kiss" under 'Featured Books' and our May title, "The Wedding Veil" by Kristy Woodson Harvey in our 'Book of the Month' shop.
Food & Writing with Jenn Bouchard
May 19, 2022 14:57 - 27 minutes - 16.5 MBAuthor Jenn Bouchard joins us to discuss her debut novel "First Course" -- and we dive into some of the recipes from the novel, writing complex sibling relationships and much more! Be sure to check out our shop on Bookshop.org to be able to help support independent bookstores and this podcast. You can find "First Course" under 'Featured Books' and our May title, "The Wedding Veil" by Kristy Woodson Harvey in our 'Book of the Month' shop.
Another Evening with Aimie K. Runyan
May 19, 2022 13:50 - 29 minutes - 17.4 MBAimie K. Runyan to returns to discuss her latest novel "The School for German Brides" and we dive into the history behind the novel, Aimie's research and so much more! Be sure to check out our shop on Bookshop.org to be able to help support independent bookstores and this podcast. You can find "The School for German Brides" under 'Featured Books' and our May title, "The Wedding Veil" by Kristy Woodson Harvey in our 'Book of the Month' shop.
A Chat with Lydia Kang
May 11, 2022 22:21 - 30 minutes - 18.7 MBLydia Kang discusses "The Half-Life of Ruby Fielding" and we dive into *so* many fun conversations, including merging medical accuracy with plot points, building tension in the writing and the easter eggs hidden away in each of Lydia's novels. Be sure to check out our shop on Bookshop.org to be able to help support independent bookstores and this podcast. You can find "The Half-Life of Ruby Fielding" under 'Featured Books' and our May title, "The Wedding Veil" by Kristy Woodson Harvey in ...
On Dogs and Writing with Stefanie London
May 11, 2022 21:21 - 34 minutes - 21 MBAuthor Stefanie London discusses her latest novel, "The Dachshund Wears Prada." We dive into the chaos of pub week/deadline days, creating character arcs for animal characters and, of course, the dachshund! Be sure to check out our shop on Bookshop.org to be able to help support independent bookstores and this podcast. You can find "The Dachshund Wears Prada" under 'Featured Books' and our May title, "The Wedding Veil" by Kristy Woodson Harvey in our 'Book of the Month' shop.
Unpacking "The Cartographers" with Peng Shepherd
May 04, 2022 16:29 - 1 hour - 35.3 MB**CAUTION SPOILERS!!** Peng Shepherd joins us to unpack "The Cartographers" in our Book of the Month episode for April. We discuss the found family of the novel, Peng shares some real-life stories she came across during her research and so much more! Be sure to check out our shop on Bookshop.org to be able to help support independent bookstores and this podcast. You can find our April title, "The Cartographers" by Peng Shepherd in our 'Book of the Month' shop.
A Moment with Adriana Trigiani
April 28, 2022 13:36 - 31 minutes - 17.4 MBAuthor Adriana Trigiani joins us to discuss her latest novel "The Good Left Undone." Adriana shares her thoughts on what it takes to be a writer, we dive into family stories and histories and so much more. Be sure to check out our shop on Bookshop.org to be able to help support independent bookstores and this podcast. You can find "The Good Left Undone" under 'Featured Books' and our April title, "The Cartographers" by Peng Shepherd in our 'Book of the Month' shop.
Nerding out about Nellie with Maya Rodale
April 27, 2022 15:39 - 30 minutes - 17.4 MBAuthor Maya Rodale discusses her latest novel, "The Mad Girls of New York." We nerd out about Nellie Bly, discuss the true story behind Maya's novel and much more! Be sure to check out our shop on Bookshop.org to be able to help support independent bookstores and this podcast. You can find "The Mad Girls of New York" under 'Featured Books' and our April title, "The Cartographers" by Peng Shepherd in our 'Book of the Month' shop.
Elise Hooper & "Angels of the Pacific"
April 27, 2022 14:39 - 35 minutes - 22 MBElise Hooper returns to discuss her newest novel "Angels of the Pacific." We discuss her inspiration behind writing this novel, the research she conducted, some of the connections she's made with readers through this book and so much more! Be sure to check out our shop on Bookshop.org to be able to help support independent bookstores and this podcast. You can find "Angels of the Pacific" under 'Featured Books' and our April title, "The Cartographers" by Peng Shepherd in our 'Book of the M...