loading . . . Bookcast Episode 115: MORE being the operative word... In Episode 115 of The BookCast, I share exciting updates about my upcoming releases, including the 10th anniversary edition of Brunch at Ruby's and its companion novella, Drinks at Mink's. I discuss my Goodreads challenge progress, recent reads, and my plans for doing "more" in 2025 - more writing, more releasing, and leaning into creative productivity despite self-doubt.
The episode features updates on my various projects, recommendations for podcasts and TV shows, and even includes a special audio snippet from my new St. Patrick's Day short story, Clover.
Main Topics & Discussion
Book Report: 51 Books and Counting
I'm at book 51 of my 100-book goal for 2025, about 30 books ahead of schedule. I typically reassess at mid-year and often raise my goal to 150-175, eventually hitting over 200 books by year-end.
Books finished this week:
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Beyond the Screen by Christina C. Jones (part of the WAWG Studios series)
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Ambush (Sanctuary #1) by Colleen Coble
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They Were Her Property by Stephanie E. Jones-Rogers (reread with The Stacks podcast book club)
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Filled to the Brim (St. Patrick's Day Hot Holiday Hookup) by Danielle Allen
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The Sweetest Delivery (A Sweet Rapids Story) by Te Russ
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Call Me Mrs. Taylor by Shea Sanders (a dark romance that I absolutely loved)
Currently reading/on my TBR list:
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Love, Rita: An American Story of Sisterhood, Joy, Loss, and Legacy by Bridget M. Davis
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The Sweetness of Water by Nathan Harris
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Breaking the Dark by Delilah S. Dawson (Jessica Jones Marvel novel)
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Fool's Paradise by Harlan Coben
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Bent, But Not Broken by Mary Monroe (releases on my birthday)
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The Unlucky Ones by Hannah Morrissey
Podcast & TV Recommendations
New podcasts I'm enjoying:
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Reading, Writing, and Rhayne (author podcast on YouTube with a series on creating fictional cities)
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Book Funnel Podcast (wealth of information for authors)
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It's Good Over Here (podcast for women 40+ with Felicia Pride- they have a great substack as well.
TV shows I'm currently watching:
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Watson and Equalizer (Sundays)
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Papa's House (Mondays)
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Will Trent and The Irrational (Tuesdays)
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Elsbeth, Matlock, and The Pit (Thursdays)
Shows I'm planning to watch:
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Beauty in Black (Netflix)
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The Crown (need to finish)
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Adolescence (Netflix)
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Schitt's Creek (Hulu)
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Number One on the Call Sheet (Apple TV, premieres March 28)
Writing Project Updates
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Ruby's Ten: Interior edits complete; cover reveal to newsletter subscribers on March 23, public reveal on March 24
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Drinks at Mink's: Ruby's companion novella launching alongside Ruby's Ten on March 24- preorders should be rolling out soon!
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Clover: St. Patrick's Day short story now available on my short fiction Substack and for $0.99 in my store
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Potter Lake 4 (Still I Rise): Planning to work on during #20Kin5Days (March 19-23) for a possible July or August release
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Calculated Risk: Awaiting April release via Prolific Works
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Music of My Heart (fan fiction): Working on next chapter before my birthday trip
Doing More in 2025
The main theme of this episode focuses on my commitment to doing more in 2025. I discuss:
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Overcoming imposter syndrome and fear of negative reviews
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Releasing more short content throughout the year
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Using writing as a productive escape from news-induced anxiety
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Finding balance between being productively busy without burning out
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Allowing myself to experiment with different types of stories
The episode includes a special audio snippet from my new St. Patrick's Day short story, Clover, giving listeners a taste of this steamy holiday romance.
Host & Show Info
Host Name: DL White
About the Host: I'm an Atlanta-based author of romantic fiction that centers Black love, with approximately 20 published novels, numerous short stories, and fan fiction works.
Podcast Website: booksbydlwhite.com/bookcast
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Transcript
For a full transcript of this episode, visit: booksbydlwhite.com/bookcast/115 http://dlvr.it/TJqxdy
