Shanna Hatfield is a USA Today Bestselling Author whose stories are brimming with heart, humor, and hope. She is known for crafting character-driven romances that readers describe as laugh-out-loud funny, a little swoony, and always deeply uplifting. Whether she’s writing contemporary romances that sparkle with charm or historical westerns reminiscent of Bonanza and The Virginian, her books capture the spirit of love, resilience, and second chances.Her newest release, The Bridge, is a heartwarming holiday novel about five strangers whose lives collide on Christmas Eve in an unforgettable story of courage, connection, and the magic of second chances. We are thrilled and honored to welcome Shanna Hatfield to the podcast!Shanna Hatfield website: https://shannahatfield.com/Read a Book Help a Cowboy (Justin Cowboy Crisis Fund)https://shannahatfield.com/give-back/To Purchase "The Bridge":https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/the-bridge-shanna-hatfield/1147472702#authorpodcast #authorpodcast #authortube #authorvlog #authorpodcast #writing #writer #author #writerslifewednesdays #writingtips #writingadvice #writingabook #amwritingpodcast #am-writing #romance #romancebooks #romanceseries #shannahatfield Podcast Links Email: angiechristiewritenow@gmail.com Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/@angiechristiewn Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/angiechristiewritenow Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/AngieChristieWriteNow Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/angiechristiewn.bsky.socialThreads: http://www.threads.net/@angiechristiewritenow TikTok: http://www.tiktok.com/@angiechristiewritenow YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/@AngieChristieWriteNow Website: http://www.angiechristiewritenow.wordpress.comAngie's Links Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/@angiesandro FB Page: http://www.facebook.com/253044268078356Amazon: http://www.amazon.com/Angie-Sandro/e/... YT: http://www.youtube.com/@angiesandrospondluv Christie's Links Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/@christieberman FB page: http://www.facebook.com/christiebermanauthor Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/christie.berman Threads: http://www.threads.net/@christie.berman Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/christieberman.bsky.socialPhotographs used in the creation of the thumbnail can be purchased from their creator(s) from Deposit Photos: https://depositphotos.com Affiliate Disclaimer: This description may contain affiliate links. If you make a purchase from any of these links, the hosts of the Shelved Books Podcast or our guests may receive a small Commission at no extra cost to you. You can always choose to use different links. Thank you for supporting this channel so we can keep making amazing podcasts for you to enjoy.

Shanna Hatfield is a USA Today Bestselling Author known for crafting character-driven romances that readers describe as laugh-out-loud funny, a little swoony, and always deeply uplifting. Whether she’s writing contemporary romances that sparkle with charm or historical westerns reminiscent of Bonanza and The Virginian, her books capture the spirit of love, resilience, and second chances.Her newest release, The Bridge, is a heartwarming holiday novel about five strangers whose lives collide on Christmas Eve in an unforgettable story of courage, connection, and the magic of second chances. We are thrilled and honored to welcome Shanna Hatfield to the podcast!Shanna Hatfield website: https://shannahatfield.com/Read a Book Help a Cowboy (Justin Cowboy Crisis Fund)https://shannahatfield.com/give-back/To Purchase "The Bridge":https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/the-bridge-shanna-hatfield/1147472702#authorpodcast #horrorstories #islandmystery #TonyWirt #authorpodcast #authortube #authorvlog #authorpodcast #writing #writer #author #writerslifewednesdays #writingtips #writingadvice #writingabook #amwritingpodcast #am-writing Podcast Links Email: angiechristiewritenow@gmail.com Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/@angiechristiewn Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/angiechristiewritenow Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/AngieChristieWriteNow Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/angiechristiewn.bsky.socialThreads: http://www.threads.net/@angiechristiewritenow TikTok: http://www.tiktok.com/@angiechristiewritenow YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/@AngieChristieWriteNow Website: http://www.angiechristiewritenow.wordpress.comAngie's Links Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/@angiesandro FB Page: http://www.facebook.com/253044268078356Amazon: http://www.amazon.com/Angie-Sandro/e/... YT: http://www.youtube.com/@angiesandrospondluv Christie's Links Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/@christieberman FB page: http://www.facebook.com/christiebermanauthor Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/christie.berman Threads: http://www.threads.net/@christie.berman Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/christieberman.bsky.socialPhotographs used in the creation of the thumbnail can be purchased from their creator(s) from Deposit Photos: https://depositphotos.com Affiliate Disclaimer: This description may contain affiliate links. If you make a purchase from any of these links, the hosts of the Shelved Books Podcast or our guests may receive a small Commission at no extra cost to you. You can always choose to use different links. Thank you for supporting this channel so we can keep making amazing podcasts for you to enjoy.

Join us for a fun Q&A session with bestselling romance author Tiye, known for her layered romance, "This Side of Beautiful" and her FANtasy Series. Tiye is a USA Today bestselling author whose books blend emotional depth, healing, and swoony escape. A storyteller at heart and a mental-health professional by day, she brings a rare empathy to her fiction and draws inspiration from travel, community, and time with family and friends. As a lifelong romance reader sneaking peeks at her grandmother’s Western love stories, haunting libraries and bookshops, and nursing ideas in cozy coffee shops, Tiye now writes about love in all its forms: romantic, familial, and self-love.Her latest novel, This Side of Beautiful which released in May 2025, follows fallen pop star Janae Warner, in the midst of a daring career comeback, when her path collides with Landon Hayes, a disciplined, quietly brilliant guitarist. What follows is a tender, high-chemistry, second-chance journey about vulnerability, resilience, and learning to be worthy of your own heart.Come listen to a journey in craft, self-care, and inspiration behind this love stories. We are honored to welcome Tiye to the podcast!Tiye's Website:https://www.tiyelovebooks.com/To purchase "This Side of Beautiful"https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0DYRB4NLRA FANtasy Series:https://www.amazon.com/One-Week-Tiye-Love-ebook/dp/B07RHV4VNM#bookrecommendation #authorpodcast #authortube #authorvlog #authorpodcast #writerslifewednesdays #writingtips #writingadvice #writingabook #amwritingpodcast #am-writing #afrocentric #blackauthors #blackromanceauthor #africanamericanromance Podcast Links Email: angiechristiewritenow@gmail.com Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/@angiechristiewn Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/angiechristiewritenow Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/AngieChristieWriteNow Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/angiechristiewn.bsky.socialThreads: http://www.threads.net/@angiechristiewritenow TikTok: http://www.tiktok.com/@angiechristiewritenow YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/@AngieChristieWriteNow Website: http://www.angiechristiewritenow.wordpress.comAngie's Links Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/@angiesandro FB Page: http://www.facebook.com/253044268078356Amazon: http://www.amazon.com/Angie-Sandro/e/... YT: http://www.youtube.com/@angiesandrospondluv Christie's Links Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/@christieberman FB page: http://www.facebook.com/christiebermanauthor Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/christie.berman Threads: http://www.threads.net/@christie.berman Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/christieberman.bsky.socialPhotographs used in the creation of the thumbnail can be purchased from their creator(s) from Deposit Photos: https://depositphotos.com Affiliate Disclaimer: This description may contain affiliate links. If you make a purchase from any of these links, the hosts of the Shelved Books Podcast or our guests may receive a small Commission at no extra cost to you. You can always choose to use different links. Thank you for supporting this channel so we can keep making amazing podcasts for you to enjoy.For more author interviews, check out our playlist: https://youtu.be/OYWsb9-U4AM?si=hWPng5x1hV_gZMgkTimestaps00:00 Intro00:10 Q1 Would you rather write in a cozy coffee shop or on a quiet beach?00:28 Q2 How competitive do you get during game night?00:51 Q3 Would you rather binge watch a TV series or watch a movie?02:08 Q4 On a night out with friends, are you the first one to go home or the last one to leave?02:20 Q5 Do you ask permission or beg forgiveness?02:46 Q6 Who was your first celebrity crush?04:32 Q7 Fill in the blank, the one snack I absolutely cannot write without is ____?05:12 Q8 Have you ever read the ending of a book before finishing it?05:50 Q9 On a scale of 1-10, how much do you believe in love at first sight?06:10 Q10 Snickers, Reese's Peanut Butter Cups, or KitKat?

Tiye is a USA Today bestselling author whose books blend emotional depth, healing, and swoony escape. A storyteller at heart and a mental-health professional by day, she brings a rare empathy to her fiction and draws inspiration from travel, community, and time with family and friends. As a lifelong romance reader sneaking peeks at her grandmother’s Western love stories, haunting libraries and bookshops, and nursing ideas in cozy coffee shops. Tiye now writes about love in all its forms: romantic, familial, and self-love.Her latest novel, This Side of Beautiful which released in May 2025, follows fallen pop star Janae Warner, in the midst of a daring career comeback, when her path collides with Landon Hayes, a disciplined, quietly brilliant guitarist. What follows is a tender, high-chemistry, second-chance journey about vulnerability, resilience, and learning to be worthy of your own heart.Come listen to a journey in craft, self-care, and inspiration behind this love stories. We are honored to welcome Tiye to the podcast!Tiye's Website:https://www.tiyelovebooks.com/To purchase TIYE'S BOOKS "This Side of Beautiful"https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0DYRB4NLR"Zuri Blues" (The Blues Series Book 2)https://a.co/d/j0RCNzgA FANtasy Series:https://www.amazon.com/One-Week-Tiye-Love-ebook/dp/B07RHV4VNM#blackromanceauthor #tiye #authorpodcast #authortube #authorvlog #authorpodcast #writing #writer #author #writerslifewednesdays #writingtips #writingadvice #writingabook #amwritingpodcast #am-writing #honeyblossompress Podcast Links Email: angiechristiewritenow@gmail.com Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/@angiechristiewn Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/angiechristiewritenow Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/AngieChristieWriteNow Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/angiechristiewn.bsky.socialThreads: http://www.threads.net/@angiechristiewritenow TikTok: http://www.tiktok.com/@angiechristiewritenow YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/@AngieChristieWriteNow Website: http://www.angiechristiewritenow.wordpress.comAngie's Links Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/@angiesandro FB Page: http://www.facebook.com/253044268078356Amazon: http://www.amazon.com/Angie-Sandro/e/... YT: http://www.youtube.com/@angiesandrospondluv Christie's Links Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/@christieberman FB page: http://www.facebook.com/christiebermanauthor Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/christie.berman Threads: http://www.threads.net/@christie.berman Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/christieberman.bsky.socialPhotographs used in the creation of the thumbnail can be purchased from their creator(s) from Deposit Photos: https://depositphotos.com Affiliate Disclaimer: This description may contain affiliate links. If you make a purchase from any of these links, the hosts of the Shelved Books Podcast or our guests may receive a small Commission at no extra cost to you. You can always choose to use different links. Thank you for supporting this channel so we can keep making amazing podcasts for you to enjoy.

Tiye is a USA Today bestselling author whose books blend emotional depth, healing, and swoony escape. A storyteller at heart and a mental-health professional by day, she brings a rare empathy to her fiction and draws inspiration from travel, community, and time with family and friends. As a lifelong romance reader sneaking peeks at her grandmother’s Western love stories, haunting libraries and bookshops, and nursing ideas in cozy coffee shops. Tiye now writes about love in all its forms: romantic, familial, and self-love. Her latest novel, This Side of Beautiful which released in May 2025, follows fallen pop star Janae Warner, in the midst of a daring career comeback, when her path collides with Landon Hayes, a disciplined, quietly brilliant guitarist. What follows is a tender, high-chemistry, second-chance journey about vulnerability, resilience, and learning to be worthy of your own heart.Come listen to a journey in craft, self-care, and inspiration behind this love stories. We are honored to welcome Tiye to the podcast!Tiye's Website:https://www.tiyelovebooks.com/To purchase TIYE'S BOOKS "This Side of Beautiful"https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0DYRB4NLR"Zuri Blues" (The Blues Series Book 2)https://a.co/d/j0RCNzgA FANtasy Series:https://www.amazon.com/One-Week-Tiye-Love-ebook/dp/B07RHV4VNM#blackromanceauthor #tiye #authorpodcast #authortube #authorvlog #authorpodcast #writing #writer #author #writerslifewednesdays #writingtips #writingadvice #writingabook #amwritingpodcast #am-writing #honeyblossompress #ThisSideofBeautiful #ZuriBlues #RiftsandRefrains #tiyePodcast Links Email: angiechristiewritenow@gmail.com Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/@angiechristiewn Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/angiechristiewritenow Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/AngieChristieWriteNow Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/angiechristiewn.bsky.socialThreads: http://www.threads.net/@angiechristiewritenow TikTok: http://www.tiktok.com/@angiechristiewritenow YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/@AngieChristieWriteNow Website: http://www.angiechristiewritenow.wordpress.comAngie's Links Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/@angiesandro FB Page: http://www.facebook.com/253044268078356Amazon: http://www.amazon.com/Angie-Sandro/e/... YT: http://www.youtube.com/@angiesandrospondluv Christie's Links Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/@christieberman FB page: http://www.facebook.com/christiebermanauthor Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/christie.berman Threads: http://www.threads.net/@christie.berman Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/christieberman.bsky.socialPhotographs used in the creation of the thumbnail can be purchased from their creator(s) from Deposit Photos: https://depositphotos.com Affiliate Disclaimer: This description may contain affiliate links. If you make a purchase from any of these links, the hosts of the Shelved Books Podcast or our guests may receive a small Commission at no extra cost to you. You can always choose to use different links. Thank you for supporting this channel so we can keep making amazing podcasts for you to enjoy. Created with Wondershare Filmora

Join us as we dive into Meagan Church's bestselling novel "The Mad Wife", a historical fiction masterpiece that offers a unique glimpse into the life of a woman in the fifties, tackling themes of hysteria and the societal expectations placed on women during that era. As authors and book lovers, we’re excited to share our thoughts on this women's fiction novel and how it relates to our own experiences with creative writing and the publishing process. Whether you're looking for writing advice, publishing advice, or simply want to learn more about traditional publishing and the role of a literary agent, this video is for you. We’ll be discussing our thoughts on the novel, as well as sharing some tips on how to write a query letter, how to get a literary agent, and how to make money online through writing. If you're struggling with writer's block or looking for submission guidelines for agents, small presses, or traditional publishing, you might find some valuable insights here. So sit back, relax, and let's explore the world of "The Mad Wife" together, and maybe even pick up some tips on editing and revising, or learn more about the process of writing a novel first draft and the importance of a good query letter. Meagan Church is the bestselling author of The Girls We Sent Away, which is a Southern indie bestseller and the 2025 North Carolina Reads statewide book club pick. She also wrote the heart-wrenching book, The Last Carolina Girl, and her latest release, The Mad Wife, which takes place in the 1950s and blends domestic drama with psychological suspense. Meagan Church Website:https://www.meaganchurch.com/To purchase "The Mad Wife":https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/the-mad-wife-meagan-church/1146835362?ean=9781464236747#authorpodcast #horrorstories #islandmystery #TonyWirt #authorpodcast #authortube #authorvlog #authorpodcast #writing #writer #author #writerslifewednesdays #writingtips #writingadvice #writingabook #amwritingpodcast #am-writing Podcast Links Email: angiechristiewritenow@gmail.com Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/@angiechristiewn Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/angiechristiewritenow Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/AngieChristieWriteNow Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/angiechristiewn.bsky.socialThreads: http://www.threads.net/@angiechristiewritenow TikTok: http://www.tiktok.com/@angiechristiewritenow YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/@AngieChristieWriteNow Website: http://www.angiechristiewritenow.wordpress.comAngie's Links Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/@angiesandro FB Page: http://www.facebook.com/253044268078356Amazon: http://www.amazon.com/Angie-Sandro/e/... YT: http://www.youtube.com/@angiesandrospondluv Christie's Links Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/@christieberman FB page: http://www.facebook.com/christiebermanauthor Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/christie.berman Threads: http://www.threads.net/@christie.berman Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/christieberman.bsky.socialPhotographs used in the creation of the thumbnail can be purchased from their creator(s) from Deposit Photos: https://depositphotos.com Affiliate Disclaimer: This description may contain affiliate links. If you make a purchase from any of these links, the hosts of the Shelved Books Podcast or our guests may receive a small Commission at no extra cost to you. You can always choose to use different links. Thank you for supporting this channel so we can keep making amazing podcasts for you to enjoy.

Discover the captivating world of romance novels with author Regina Black, who wrote THE ART OF SCANDAL, one of the best romances in 2023 and is now set to repeat her success in 2025, with AUGUST LANE. As an author on Authortube, Regina Black shares her writing expertise, offering valuable writing advice and insights into the publishing process, including editing and revising, and how to get a literary agent. With her unique voice and perspective as a Black and African American woman author, Regina Black's romances, such as the Art of Scandal, have captivated readers and left them eagerly awaiting her next release. Learn about traditional publishing, query letters, and overcoming writer's block as Regina Black takes you on a journey through her writing fanfic (fan fiction), sharing her experiences and advice on becoming a successful author. Get ready to be swept off your feet by Regina Black's latest romance novel, a true masterpiece of the genre, and join the booktube community in celebrating the best of romance and Black romance. With her publisher and literary agent by her side, Regina Black is set to make 2025 an unforgettable year for romance readers everywhere. Regina Black is a former litigator and current law school administrator who’s turned her lifelong passion for romance into a bold writing career. Her debut novel, The Art of Scandal, was named one of the best romances of 2023 by Publishers Weekly, Amazon, Audible, and the Chicago Public Library. Set in the upscale suburbs of D.C., the story follows the fallout of a political marriage gone wrong, and a woman’s second chance at love with a younger artist who helps her rediscover herself.Her latest novel, entitled August Lane, takes us into the world of country music and long-buried secrets. When a washed-up former music star returns to his Arkansas hometown to open for his idol, he’s forced to face the woman he betrayed ten years ago who also happens to be the real writer of his biggest hit. From law to lyrics, betrayal to redemption, we can’t wait to dive into these amazing stories and we are honored to welcome Regina Black to the podcast!LINKS FOR REGINA BLACK:WEBSITE: https://www.reginablack.comINSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/reginablackwrites/#authorpodcast #authortube #authorvlog #authorpodcast #writing #writer #author #writerslifewednesdays #writingtips #writingadvice #writingabook #amwritingpodcast #am-writing Podcast Links Email: angiechristiewritenow@gmail.com Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/@angiechristiewn Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/angiechristiewritenow Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/AngieChristieWriteNow Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/angiechristiewn.bsky.socialThreads: http://www.threads.net/@angiechristiewritenow TikTok: http://www.tiktok.com/@angiechristiewritenow YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/@AngieChristieWriteNow Website: http://www.angiechristiewritenow.wordpress.comAngie's Links Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/@angiesandro FB Page: http://www.facebook.com/253044268078356Amazon: http://www.amazon.com/Angie-Sandro/e/... YT: http://www.youtube.com/@angiesandrospondluv Christie's Links Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/@christieberman FB page: http://www.facebook.com/christiebermanauthor Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/christie.berman Threads: http://www.threads.net/@christie.berman Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/christieberman.bsky.socialPhotographs used in the creation of the thumbnail can be purchased from their creator(s) from Deposit Photos: https://depositphotos.com Affiliate Disclaimer: This description may contain affiliate links. If you make a purchase from any of these links, the hosts of the Shelved Books Podcast or our guests may receive a small Commission at no extra cost to you. You can always choose to use different links. Thank you for supporting this channel so we can keep making amazing podcasts for you to enjoy.

Welcome back to Charlotte Bennardo, an author who continues to surprise and inspire us with her genre-hopping creativity and imagination! Charlotte writes stories that travel through time, twist through fantasy, and occasionally flirt with the dark and romantic. From her award-winning Evolution Revolution trilogy to co-authoring the fabulously fun Sirenz series, Charlotte has never shied away from building bold, immersive worlds. Case in point, her short fiction spans from horror to heartwarming, and includes contributions to anthologies like Beware the Little White Rabbit and Scare Me to Sleep.But today, she’s joining us to talk about her newest fantasy novel, The Excalibur Vow, where a blacksmith’s impossible mistake, breaking Excalibur, launches a time-traveling quest to restore both the sword and the lost heir. Join us as we catch up with Charlotte's latest projects, the sparks that fuel her writing, and what it’s like to return to a world of ancient magic and modern-day storytelling. Charlotte Bennardo Website:https://charlottebennardo.com/To Purchase The Excalibur Vow:https://www.waterstones.com/book/the-excalibur-vow/charlotte-e-bennardo/grady-e-earls/9780998499246For more author interviews, check out our playlist: https://youtu.be/5sCb0S4h99Q?si=YlJLJ7ATTjIC9slb#authorpodcast #authortube #authorvlog #authorpodcast #writing #writer #author #writerslifewednesdays #writingtips #writingadvice #writingabook #amwritingpodcast #am-writing #historicalfiction #yaauthors #childrenauthor Podcast Links Email: angiechristiewritenow@gmail.com Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/@angiechristiewn Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/angiechristiewritenow Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/AngieChristieWriteNow Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/angiechristiewn.bsky.socialThreads: http://www.threads.net/@angiechristiewritenow TikTok: http://www.tiktok.com/@angiechristiewritenow YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/@AngieChristieWriteNow Website: http://www.angiechristiewritenow.wordpress.comAngie's Links Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/@angiesandro FB Page: http://www.facebook.com/253044268078356Amazon: http://www.amazon.com/Angie-Sandro/e/... YT: http://www.youtube.com/@angiesandrospondluv Christie's Links Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/@christieberman FB page: http://www.facebook.com/christiebermanauthor Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/christie.berman Threads: http://www.threads.net/@christie.berman Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/christieberman.bsky.socialPhotographs used in the creation of the thumbnail can be purchased from their creator(s) from Deposit Photos: https://depositphotos.com Affiliate Disclaimer: This description may contain affiliate links. If you make a purchase from any of these links, the hosts of the Shelved Books Podcast or our guests may receive a small Commission at no extra cost to you. You can always choose to use different links. Thank you for supporting this channel so we can keep making amazing podcasts for you to enjoy.