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Welcome to Book Interrupted, a book club for busy people to connect and one that celebrates life’s interruptions.

  1. Authors Spotlight with Keven Albers

    2025-12-18

    Authors Spotlight with Keven Albers

    During this mini episode we turn the Authors Spotlight onto Keven Albers and his book “Helcyon: The Ashen Knight.” We explore a story that is far more than a traditional fantasy, it’s a profound exploration of grief, memory, and the stories we inherit. Thirteen-year-old Bobby Porter is pulled into the unfinished fantasy novel left behind by his recently deceased father. He lands in Helcyon, an ash-choked world ruled by an immortal tyrant, where he partners with Zenobia, a fierce young warrior on her own quest. As Bobby navigates cursed lands and grief-soaked legends, he uncovers unsettling truths: this world may be a map of his father's own trauma, and the story itself is now demanding something from him. Join us for a deep dive into a novel that masterfully blurs the lines between fantasy and reality, written for readers from pre-teen to their deathbed. Subscribe to our podcast for more author interviews and book discussions. Discussion Points: The compelling storyline of Helcyon: The Ashen Knight. Why this is not a traditional fantasy novel—it’s a layered exploration of psychological and emotional themes. The role of nostalgia for the past and processing legacy. The blurring of fantasy versus reality and how the book uses the portal fantasy trope to examine trauma. Keven’s journey from screenplay to novel and how it shaped the book's cinematic feel. An exciting sneak peek into the second book of the trilogy. Discussing the wide age group appeal—why this book resonates with both young readers and adults. Mentioned on this episode of Book Interrupted: Book Interrupted Website Book Interrupted YouTube Channel Book Interrupted Facebook Book Club Group Helcyon: The Ashen Knight by Keven Albers Keven Albers Website The Neverending Story Book The Neverending Story Movie Legend Movie Dungeons & Dragons

    21 min
  2. The End of an Era: Our Final Book Interrupted Episode

    2025-12-01

    The End of an Era: Our Final Book Interrupted Episode

    It’s our very last episode of Book Interrupted and we’re sending this chapter off with laughter, nostalgia, and a few surprises. After five years, five seasons, countless books, endless tangents, and more inappropriate jokes than we can count, we’re wrapping up the podcast that brought us together, kept us sane through Covid, and built a beautiful community of book lovers. In this final conversation, we look back on our journey, share behind-the-scenes stories, and reflect on how far we’ve all come since the very first episode. We introduce Jessica, our amazing graphic designer. We talk about our infamous “sex, nudity, and dicks = more downloads” statistic. We revisit our favourite (and least favourite… or downright hated) books, relive scams, fandoms, and obsessions…and of course, we circle back to The Hunger Games and Twilight because obviously. Plus: how Ashley went from superfan to full-time host, the story behind our “Stumble Forward” tank top, a message from Lia, Virginia and Squiggy, and Sarah’s heartfelt thank-you surprise. This episode is messy, honest, funny, and full of love…exactly how Book Interrupted was meant to be. Discussion Points Announcing the final episode of Book Interrupted Introducing Jessica Oddi, our brilliant graphic designer The “Stumble Forward” tank top + our Swag Shop How Ashley went from listener superfan to regular host Returning (again) to The Hunger Games and Twilight Lia’s doppelgänger and the bizarre scammer threat Messages from Lia, Virginia & Squiggy Our podcast stats: book picks, videos, downloads & most-played episodes Why the most popular episodes involved sex, nudity, and dicks The never-ending search for our next book obsession Living through Covid while running a podcast Members share their favourite and least favourite (or most hated!) books Reflecting on how far we’ve come in 5 years Sarah’s special thank-you surprise to the group and listeners Mentioned on this episode of Book Interrupted:  Book Interrupted Book Interrupted YouTube Channel Book Interrupted Facebook Book Club Group Jessica Oddi - Graphic Designer Stumble Forward Tank Top Book Interrupted Swag Shop All Book Interrupted Books Available on our Shop Page Plus: Sunrise on the Reaping by Suzanne Collins Twilight by Stephanie Meyer Pride and Prejudice by Jane Austen Harry Potter by JK Rowling The Forth Wing by Rebecca Yarros Wings of Fire by Tui T Sutherland Shrek Sapiens for Kids (Unstoppable Us) by Yuval Noah Harari Baba Yaga’s Assistant (Children’s Book) Kyle and Jay’s Podcast Jennifer Lawrence Awaken Your Wild Woman: A Guided Journey to Reclaim Your Intuition, Creativ...

    1h 26m
  3. Authors Spotlight with Sean Christopher D'Amico

    2025-11-21

    Authors Spotlight with Sean Christopher D'Amico

    During this mini episode we turn the Authors Spotlight ontoSean D’Amico and his book “Asset Recovery: Decoding the Holy Bible to Awaken Christ's Consciousness by Way of Kundalini Yoga”. In this profound Authors Spotlight, we sit down with Sean D'Amico, author of 'Asset Recovery: Decoding the Holy Bible to Awaken Christ's Consciousness by Way of Kundalini Yoga.' We dive deep into the world of Esoteric Christianity, exploring how the practices of Kundalini Yoga can unlock the hidden symbolism of the Bible. This conversation is a journey into spiritual transformation, discussing the Kundalini awakening process and how it connects to sacred geometry, quantum physics, astrology and more. If you're interested in Gnostic teachings, the chakra system, and a metaphysical Bible study, this episode is for you. Discussion Points: From atheism to Kundalini Yoga Literal verses symbolic meaning in the bible Sacred geometry, quantum physics, and light Scriptures and symbolism Spirituality within religion  Morning mediation and yoga Mentioned on this episode of Book Interrupted: Book Interrupted Website Book Interrupted YouTube Channel Book Interrupted Facebook Book Club Group Asset Recovery: Decoding the Holy Bible to Awaken Christ's Consciousness by Way of Kundalini Yoga Living Energies: Viktor Scahuberger's Brilliant Work with Natural Energy Explained Blind Watchmaker by Richard Dawkins The God Delusion by Richard Dawkins Documentary - The Keepers  https://seanchristopherdamico.com/ https://www.instagram.com/figleafyogi/ https://www.youtube.com/@figleafyogi ...

    25 min
  4. Nobody Cries at Bingo Episode

    2025-11-01

    Nobody Cries at Bingo Episode

    In this episode of Book Interrupted, the club welcomes Kara back with her book pick Nobody Cries at Bingo by Dawn Dumont. The group dives into Dumont’s sharp humor and unique storytelling style, reflecting on how each member connected with the book in their own way. The conversation takes a nostalgic turn as the women share what it was like growing up as Generation X’ers a time before constant connectivity and digital tracking. They explore how media, advertising, and technology have evolved since childhood, and how those changes shape who we are today. Finally, the group reveals who among them might just be the black sheep of their families.   Discussion Points Dawn Dumont’s comedy and storytelling style Dawn’s background as a playwright CBC Radio and the power of audio storytelling The meaning behind the book’s title Growing up as Gen X’ers Being the black sheep in the family Living in an age of constant advertising and surveillance Final thoughts: Do they recommend the book?   Mentioned on this episode of Book Interrupted:  Book Interrupted Book Interrupted YouTube Channel Book Interrupted Facebook Book Club Group Nobody Cries at Bingo by Dawn Dumont APTN  By the Rapids CBC Radio Shows Indie 88 Radio 102.1 The Edge 90210

    49 min
  5. Authors Spotlight with Montie Carol Montgomery

    2025-10-18

    Authors Spotlight with Montie Carol Montgomery

    During this mini episode we turn the Authors Spotlight onto Montie Carol Montgomery and her book Two Squirrels and a Girl. Born to wealth that the Civil War ravaged, held captive by renegade Comanche, and rejected by family and friends, Mary Elizabeth (“Libby”) Haley ran away from home at the age of 14. Libby learned to navigate the dangerous and volatile Old West and made a name for herself as Squirrel Tooth Alice. Given her moniker because of a gap in her front teeth and her passion for raising ground squirrels as pets, Libby made the best of a difficult situation. She created a successful business, ultimately allowing her to build and run her own establishment. A study in grit and grace, this is a story of a woman who chose not only to survive but to thrive in a world that did not recognize women as equals to men. Libby is an inspiration for women who followed. Discussion Points: Two Squirrels and an Girl storyline The Wild West Researching woman in history Narcissistic personality disorder Family history and stories Mentioned on this episode of Book Interrupted: Book Interrupted Website Book Interrupted YouTube Channel Book Interrupted Facebook Book Club Group Two Squirrels and a Girl by Montie Carol Montgomery Montie Carol Montgomery’s website It’s Not You by Romani Durvasula Music for the Book Two Squirrels and a Girl

    28 min
  6. The Deep Episode

    2025-10-01

    The Deep Episode

    In this episode of Book Interrupted, the club dives into The Deep by Rivers Solomon, our Fan Book Pick for this season with Rian joining us, a longtime listener since season one. Together we swim into the depths of this powerful novella, a story born from music and transformed into haunting mermaid mythology. Rian shares how the book reached her during a traumatic time in her family’s life, and why its themes spoke to her so deeply. The rest of the group weighs in: Lindsay listens to the audiobook on another road trip but finds it strangely disjointed, Ashley draws comparisons to The Giver while Lindsay connects it to Women Who Run with the Wolves, Meredith reflects on fables without happy endings and the egos of Monkey Kings, and Sarah resists the pull of consumerism…though Lindsay wonders if she may have gone too far with her tea towels. Discussion Points:  The book was born from music Books that come to you at the right time A feminine story told through a masculine audiobook narration The Giver comparison How not having a history can leave a void Consumerism The Monkey King, egos, and Aesop’s fables Wine and food colourings Folklore, myths, and Women Who Run with the Wolves storytelling Do they recommend the book?     Mentioned on this episode of Book Interrupted:  Book Interrupted Book Interrupted YouTube Channel Book Interrupted Facebook Book Club Group The Deep by Rivers Solomon The Giver by Lois Lowry Women Who Run with the Wolves by Clarissa Pinkola Estés  Clipping The Deep

    56 min
  7. Authors Spotlight with Penelope Holt

    2025-09-26

    Authors Spotlight with Penelope Holt

    During this mini episode we turn the Authors Spotlight onto Penelope Holt and her book The Angel Scroll. One ancient prophecy, two heartbroken lovers, and a worldwide scavenger hunt for three miraculous paintings. After her husband’s death, New York artist Claire Lucas has baffling dreams and waking visions as she channels an enigmatic and healing painting of a holy man in India at the deathbed of a young woman. When widowed antiquarian Richard Markson announces that Claire’s canvas is one third of three paintings prophesied by the Angel Scroll, a recently discovered Dead Sea parchment, she is pulled into an international scavenger hunt to find the stolen scroll and the paintings it predicts. As she pursues the paintings with Richard across historic and holy sites in America, Israel, and Europe, Claire encounters a series of remarkable teachers. A Buddhist, a Benedictine monk, and a professor of early goddess worship all provide rich explanations for the artist’s compelling and perplexing psychic experiences. But it is not until the three paintings are finally assembled that Claire deciphers their inspirational message for the modern world. Discussion Points: The Angel Scroll storyline Greif 1999 Angel Scroll discovery Movie script Audio book narration Menopause   Mentioned on this episode of Book Interrupted: Book Interrupted Website Book Interrupted YouTube Channel Book Interrupted Facebook Book Club Group The Angel Scroll by Penelope Holt Da Vinci Code by Dan Brown Eat Pray Love by Elizabeth Gilbert The Celestine Prophecy by James Redfield Gentleman in Moscow by Amor Towles Fahrenheit 451 by Ray Bradbury Polly wants a Lover by Penelope Holt

    20 min
  8. We Rip the World Apart Episode

    2025-09-01

    We Rip the World Apart Episode

    In this episode of Book Interrupted, the club dives into We Rip the World Apart by Canadian author Charlene Carr—Lindsay’s pick for the season. This powerful novel tackles systemic racism, police brutality, and generational trauma, topics that hit painfully close to home for one member and her family. While everyone agrees it’s a beautifully written book, it’s also an emotionally heavy read. The group explores the symbolism of masks in the story and how they mirror real-life relationships. Sarah and Ashley share personal connections to the narratives, and the club debates the book’s conclusion, was it truly a happy ending? The conversation also expands beyond the novel, touching on North America’s discomfort with discussing death and how consumerism shapes our mourning rituals in unhealthy ways.

    54 min
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Welcome to Book Interrupted, a book club for busy people to connect and one that celebrates life’s interruptions.

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  • Creator
    Book Interrupted
  • Years Active
    2021 - 2025
  • Episodes
    168
  • Rating
    Explicit
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