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Jan-Carol Publishing, a small book press, brings book publishing tips, changes in the book publishing industry, introduction to authors, books, and working behind the scenes in the book publishing industry. Listen, learn, and enjoy the interviews with different authors.

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June 12, 2026 29 mins

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6-12-26
Bookmarked, Season 6
Interview with Alex Campbell About "Driven by Rage Fueled by Diesel: The Forgotten Victims of the Tennessee Highway Hunters"

This week, Allison interviews sociology teacher Alex Campbell, who helmed the classroom project that turned into the powerful new book, Driven by Rage Fueled by Diesel: The Forgotten Victims of the Tennessee Highway Hunters, a true crime account of Tennes...

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6-05-26
Bookmarked, Season 6
Interview with John H. Hilton, Author of New Historical Fiction, "The Harlot of Gloucester" 

This week, Draco interviews returning guest John H. Hilton. This time, he's here to talk all about his new historical fiction novel, The Harlot of Gloucester,which is set during the American Revolution. 

Pre-order the book at the link below! And check out John's website, johnhhilton...

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5-29-26
Bookmarked, Season 6
How to Be a Productive Writer During the Summer

This week, Allison offers some practical tips for how to be a more productive writer during the summer. 

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Practical tips for being a more productive writer during the summertime [2:23]

Conclusions [15:47]

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5-22-26
Bookmarked, Season 6
"Summer Break" Reading Recommendations! 

This week, Allison and Draco talk about some summer break reading recommendations you won't want to miss! 

Check out all the books mentioned below! 

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Introductions with Janie [0:00]

A few words about Tapestry Journal's newest issue [0:50]

Summer break reading recommendations from Draco [2:48]

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5-15-26
Bookmarked, Season 6
Interview with Cindy K. Sproles, Author of New Appalachian Novel "The Eyes of River" 

This week, Draco interviews returning guest Cindy K. Sproles. Cindy has a brand-new novel coming out called The Eyes of River, which you can pre-order at the link below! 

Check out Cindy's website here

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5-08-26
Bookmarked, Season 6
Interview with Daryll Simcox, Author of New Paranormal Thriller "The Blood of the Wine"

This week, Allison interviews returning guest Daryll Simcox, author of the new paranormal thriller, The Blood of the Wine. 

Get your hands on a copy below! 

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Interview begins / Daryll talks all about "The Blood of the Wine" [1:22]

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5-01-26
Bookmarked, Season 6
Special Spring Reading of "Wisteria Blooms and a Hint of Cotillion" by Susan Dickenson

This week, Allison and Draco do a special reading of Susan Dickenson's story "Wisteria Blooms and a Hint of Cotillion" from JCP's anthology, Daffodil Dreams: An Appalachian-Inspired Short Story Collection. 

Check out the collection at the link below! 

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April 24, 2026 20 mins

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4-24-26
Bookmarked, Season 6
New Spring Releases from JCP! 

This week, Allison and Draco unveil a few new Spring releases from Jan-Carol Publishing, as well as discuss JCP's upcoming anthology submission opportunities.

Check out all the books mentioned in this episode below! 

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"Holy Land Journal 2016" / "Fessenden: Looking Back on a Small-Town North Dakota Life" [1:01]

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4-17-26
Bookmarked, Season 6
Interview with Kaylin Render, Author of "The Accidental Ambassador: There Are No Kangaroos in Austria"

This week, Allison interviews Kaylin Render, author of The Accidental Ambassador: There Are No Kangaroos in Austria. This is Kaylin's debut novel. 

Check out Kaylin's blog and novel at the links below! And be sure to support her at her first book fair at Tusculum University's O...

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4-10-26
Bookmarked, Season 6
Special Reading of Raven Howell's "The Charms of US Farms: Finding Out How Things Work"

This week, Allison and Draco spotlight the children's author Raven Howell, as well as read her latest book, The Charms of US Farms: Finding Out How Things Work

Get your hands on a copy of her book by visiting the link below! 

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4-03-26
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Interview with Matt Newnham, Author of "Space Ranger Fred"

This week, Draco interviews Matt Newnham, author of the imaginative children's series Space Ranger Fred

Check out Matt's website below to learn more about his series and how to get your hands on his books! Find Matt on Instagram @mattnewnhamauthor, and on Facebook @Matt Newnham Author.

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3-27-26
Bookmarked, Season 6
All About Tapestry Journal's Upcoming May/June Issue!

This week, Allison unveils the submission guidelines for Tapestry's Journal's upcoming May/June issue and discusses the brand-new March/April issue, which is out now. 

Check out the March/April issue at the link below! 

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3-20-26
Bookmarked, Season 5
Interview with Donna Snow King, Author of "Texas Rodeo & Radios: Down at the 'No Gotty'"

This week, Draco interviews returning guest Donna Snow King, author of the Snow Much Love series, and now, Texas Rodeo & Radios: Down at the "No Gotty," which is Donna's first fiction novel. 

Check out Snow Much Love: Books 1 and 2 at the links below! Her latest book is available thr...

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3-13-26
Bookmarked, Season 5
Special Reading of "Merry Mary and the Strawberry Surprises" by Denise Frances DiJoseph 

This week, Allison and Draco discuss the children's book Merry Mary and the Strawberry Surprises by Denise Frances DiJoseph and do a special reading of the book's first four chapters. 

Check out Denise's book at the link below! 

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3-06-26
Bookmarked, Season 5
Featured Books for Women's History Month and Paws for Reading Month 

This week, Draco talks about what's new for Jan-Carol Publishing in March and discusses JCP's featured books for Women's History Month as well as Paws for Reading Month. 

All of the books mentioned are linked below! 

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Draco talks about Voice Magazine for Wom...

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2-27-26
Bookmarked, Season 5
Reading Two Children's Books from Author Meaghan Thomas  

This week, Allison and Draco read two children's books from author Meaghan Thomas: Heart of Hearing and Daisy Diana Discovers the Wonders of Weather.

To check out Meaghan's nonprofit, The Heart of Hearing, visit theheartofhearing.org

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2-20-26
Bookmarked, Season 5
Special Reading of "Sunshine Becomes a Service Dog" by Joe and Regina Kralick 

This week, Allison and Draco read Sunshine Becomes a Service Dog: Hope for Sunshine Series by Joe and Regina Kralick.

A portion of the proceeds from this book will go to help families with special needs kids who need service dogs and medical equipment. To learn more, visit Hope4Sunshine.org to learn a...

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2-13-26
Bookmarked, Season 5
Interview with Raven Howell, Children's Author of "The Charms of US Farms: Finding Out How Things Work"

This week, Allison interviews returning guest Raven Howell, author of the new children's book, The Charms of US Farms: Finding Out How Things Work

Check out Raven's website, and follow her on Instagram @atpearthkeeper. Her latest book is linked below! 

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2-06-26
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Interview with Leah Pezzetti, Author of Children's Series "She Dreamed, So She Did"

This week, Draco interviews author Leah Pezzetti about her new children's series, She Dreamed, So She Did. The first book in the series is called Emily the Meteorologist and can be found at the link below! 

Follow and support Leah on social media @shedreamedseries and @leahpezzetti.

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1-30-26
Bookmarked, Season 5
New JCP Releases and Submission Opportunities!

This week, Allison and Draco share some of JCP's new releases as well as discuss all the new submission opportunities for Tapestry Journal's upcoming March/April issue. 

You can find all the books mentioned in this episode, as well as the full list of guidelines for Tapestry's new submission opportunities, at the links below! 

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