Grab Hot Summer Reads Without Spending a Dime

Grab Hot Summer Reads Without Spending a Dime

Making the case for libraries as valuable summer resources, this episode presents a unique take on summer reading lists, steering clear of new, expensive releases. Nicole introduces a variety of older but equally engaging and diverse reads available freely in libraries. By sharing strategies such as library waitlist hacks and focusing on forgotten treasures, listeners can have a summer full of reading without breaking the bank.

Upgrade Your Day: Dive into Audiobooks

In this episode, listeners are taken on a journey through the world of audiobooks, exploring their versatility and convenience. From utilizing library services to experimenting with different genres, the episode offers a guide to making the most out of audiobooks. Whether it’s for a long road trip or a short walk, the discussion underscores the role of audiobooks in enriching and enhancing the everyday reading experience. Nicole also recommends her favorite narrators and recommends some listens.

Trigger Warnings in Books: Necessary or Overkill?

Are readers too sensitive nowadays? Nicole explores trigger warnings in books, noting their rise after the COVID-19 pandemic amid increasing awareness of mental health issues, particularly in Gen Z. These warnings serve as alerts for potentially distressing content, aiming to prevent exacerbating readers' anxieties. The episode discusses if these warnings are necessary while acknowledging their intent to prevent harm. Nicole gives an example of where she could have used one herself and argues that some genres are trigger warnings in and of themselves. The discussion underscores the evolving landscape of modern book consumption, where balancing reader safety and satisfaction and preserving the organic reading experience becomes crucial. ****Resources Caroline Bard Strawberry Finch Press [https://strawberryfinchpress.com/]/Professional Beta Reader Just a Girl and her Tropes [https://www.facebook.com/groups/1230130845728609] FB group for romance readers and writers run by me! Connect with me on Insta, Blue Sky, LinkedIn, Storygraph at The Nurturing Librarian

You Finished Your Manuscript, Now What? or How To Start Writing a Book #2

This podcast episode of the Nurturing Librarian is a deep dive into what happens after the excitement of finishing a manuscript fades. Navigating the next steps, Nicole goes through the importance of receiving critiques and understanding the writing community's role. The podcast guides new authors on managing feedback, drawing from personal anecdotes and established authors' advice. Nicole offers an honest look at both the challenges and rewards of the post-manuscript phase, encouraging writers to transform their drafts into polished, publishable works by leaning into the overwhelm and holding themselves accountable. ****Resources Kelsey Humphries [https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=kelsey+humphreys] YouTuber/Romance Writer/Comedian Caroline Bard Strawberry Finch Press [https://strawberryfinchpress.com/]/Professional Beta Reader Just a Girl and her Tropes [https://www.facebook.com/groups/1230130845728609] FB group for romance readers and writers run by me!

Literary Fiction But Make It Happy, Portal Fantasy and the Current Trend of Nostalgia

Venturing through her birthday book haul, Nicole contemplates current reading trends. As she grapples with her manuscript revisions, she also shares insights from her writing journey, particularly her struggles with point of view and character interiority. This episode captures a period of self-reflection, balancing the joy of new books and the challenges of refining her craft, as she aims to step away from an era dominated by fantasy genres and finds joy in lit fic. ****Resources Kelsey Humphries [https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=kelsey+humphreys] YouTuber/Romance Writer/Comedian Just a Girl and her Tropes [https://www.facebook.com/groups/1230130845728609] FB group for romance readers and writers run by me! Connect with me on Insta, Blue Sky, LinkedIn, Storygraph at The Nurturing Librarian