loading . . . Bookcast Episode 127: Bits and Pieces- Reading & Writing Updates I'm back after the holiday break, sharing my latest reading updates, streaming favorites, and writing progress. I talk about gearing up for Glocktober (crime fiction month), my new holiday short story project, and updates on Potter Lake 4. Plus, fanfiction challenges, event updates, and honest thoughts on the publishing landscape.
Topics Covered
Reading Challenge Update I'm at 126 out of 175 books for the year - seven books ahead of schedule!
Recently Read:
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Capone Season One, Delgado Family by Jaquel J. (first time reading this popular author)
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Out of the Woods, Detective Margot Phelan #5 by Kate Wiley (audio ARC from NetGalley)
Currently Reading:
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Wildflowers and Bullets by Keith Karim Williams
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T and E: The Teachers of Hardwood High by Nina High
Glocktober Prep I'm getting ready for October's crime fiction reading month with Steve Kavanaugh books and participating in a BookFunnel promo featuring new crime novels, including my own "Baking Bad."
What I've Been Streaming
Movies & Documentaries:
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Into the Storm (tornado disaster movie on Roku's Howdy channel)
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Emma and Bruce Willis documentary "The Unexpected Journey" about Bruce's frontotemporal dementia
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Stans (Eminem fan documentary on Paramount)
TV Series:
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Night Agent (Netflix) - binged season one, started season two
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Rainmaker (Peacock) - based on John Grisham's novel, updating weekly
Waiting for Fall Shows:
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The Diplomat Season 3 (October)
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Landman (Paramount, January)
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Matlock, Will Trent, Elsbeth returning soon.
Writing and Publishing Updates
Potter Lake 4: Still I Rise I'm working through the transition from complete pantser to partial planner. Taking my time with this novel, fighting the temptation to add manufactured drama. The story follows Rinda Belle LeBlanc returning to Potter Lake after leaving her fiancรฉ at the altar years ago.
New Holiday Short: "Layover" A response to reader complaints about the "only one bed" trope. Features Taryn and Lance, seatmates on a diverted flight who end up sharing accommodations during a layover. I'm aiming for late October/November release. Sneak Peek in my newsletter and on my Substack.
Publishing Strategy Updates I'm planning to put "Layover" and "Calculated Risk" into Kindle Unlimited for one cycle to reach new demographics. Amazon now allows KU books to be submitted to libraries - I recommend using Draft2Digital for library-only distribution.
Fanfiction Corner Awesome August challenge ended, Poptober coming up celebrating Chris Kirkpatrick's birthday (October 17th). I'm considering posting "Misadventure in Cloudcraft" serial to my short fiction Substack.
Upcoming Events Black Book Bash, October 3-7 in Jacksonville, Florida. Pre-orders are open but I've had limited response so far.
Contact Information
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Website: booksbydlwhite.com
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Email: authordl (at) booksbydlwhite (dot) com
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Social media links: booksbydlwhite.com/linkinbio
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Substack: authordlwhite.substack.com
Links & Resources
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Buy my books: booksbydlwhite.com/shop
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Bookshop.org shelf for indie bookstore support
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Support the podcast: buymeacoffee.com/booksbydlwhite
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Newsletter signup: booksbydlwhite.com/newsletter
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Episode page: booksbydlwhite.com/bookcast/127
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Substack: authordlwhite.substack.com
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My podcast subscription lists and recommendations.
Special Thanks
Shoutouts to listeners who share and support: Fred Smith, Jessica Terry, Kay The Reader, Dr. Raymond Williams, and my Bookstagram family members who consistently promote the show. xoxo
Podcast Details
The Bookcast is a podcast about reading and writing, black love and real life as a self-published author. I also occasionally share short fiction on this podcast. I'm D.L. White, an Atlanta-based author, reader and storyteller.
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Production Notes
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