Book Bites by Spines

Book Bites by Spines
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Short, inspiring episodes that zoom in on key moments from an author’s journey. In each light, face‑to‑face chat, they share the experience and mindset that helped them keep writing and eventually publish their work. It’s quick, practical motivation for writers and book lovers, who want insight into what it takes to finish a book, clarity on next steps, and to share a laugh together. This podcast is brought to you by Spines, the world’s first tech-driven publishing platform. Connect with Spines Publishing hello@spines.com www.spines.com www.instagram.com/spines_for_writers/ www.tiktok.com/@spines.com www.facebook.com/spines.official www.youtube.com/@Spines_publishing_platform

  1. 2d ago

    The MacGuffin That Shows the Future: The Titanium Mask with J.A. Fast

    What would you do if you found a mask capable of showing you the future? In this episode, author J.A. Fast immerses us in The Titanium Mask, a gothic mystery about an heiress, a detective, and a hunter of lost things who cannot walk away from this artifact, even as people start dying. J.A. Fast shares how he shifted from his original plan of becoming a counselor to finally writing his first novel at age 45, dedicating 15 months to the project. We also explore his literary inspirations, ranging from J.K. Rowling to Philip K. Dick, and the core message of his work: recognizing the danger in the world and having the courage to stay away from it. Writing a book is 10% inspiration and 90% wondering why we decided to do this in the first place. In this bite-sized episode, we’re skipping the fluff and getting straight to the "aha!" moments. Our guest opens up about the times they almost threw the manuscript out the window, and the brilliant realizations that saved the book. No gatekeeping here. We’re breaking down what turned a "maybe someday" book into a "published right now" reality. It’s the perfect shot of inspiration to start your writing day.   You can find this book on Amazon  and major retailers worldwide: https://www.amazon.com/-/es/J-Fast-ebook/dp/B0HK759VF3 Published with Spines, the world’s first tech-driven publishing platform.  Connect with Spines Publishing hello@spines.com www.spines.com www.instagram.com/spines_for_writers/ www.tiktok.com/@spines.com www.facebook.com/spines.official www.youtube.com/@Spines_publishing_platform

  2. 5d ago

    The Midwife of the Messiah: Delivered with David Gibidies

    Have you ever wondered what the night of Jesus's birth was really like from the perspective of someone who was there? In this episode, author David Gibides sits down with us to discuss his book, Delivered: I delivered Jesus, then He delivered me. We explore the novel's fascinating premise: a skeptical teenage girl from Bethlehem named Saphira, whose family takes in Mary, and who ultimately ends up delivering the baby. David shares how a moment in his Christian bookstore over a decade ago sparked the idea, and how he turned that inspiration into a powerful story of redemption where, thirty years later, Saphira is the one who needs delivering. Writing a book is 10% inspiration and 90% wondering why we decided to do this in the first place. In this bite-sized episode, we’re skipping the fluff and getting straight to the "aha!" moments. Our guest opens up about the times they almost threw the manuscript out the window, and the brilliant realizations that saved the book. No gatekeeping here. We’re breaking down what turned a "maybe someday" book into a "published right now" reality. It’s the perfect shot of inspiration to start your writing day.   You can find this book on Amazon  and major retailers worldwide:  https://amazon.com/dp/B0HFP1CQGK Published with Spines, the world’s first tech-driven publishing platform.  Connect with Spines Publishing hello@spines.com www.spines.com www.instagram.com/spines_for_writers/ www.tiktok.com/@spines.com www.facebook.com/spines.official www.youtube.com/@Spines_publishing_platform

  3. Oct 22

    Action in the Face of Fear: The Colonial Cup with Nicholas Mihailoff

    What starts as a simple story about a small-town lacrosse team quickly becomes a profound exploration of courage, mental health, and belonging. In this episode, we sit down with Nicholas Mihailoff to discuss his novel, The Colonial Cup. Nicholas opens up about his personal journey from playing lacrosse in Virginia to writing this book as a therapeutic release while unknowingly battling a brain tumor. Tune in to discover why he believes "courage isn't the absence of fear, but action in the face of it," and how he hopes to inspire young adults to reach out for help during their darkest moments. Writing a book is 10% inspiration and 90% wondering why we decided to do this in the first place. In this bite-sized episode, we’re skipping the fluff and getting straight to the "aha!" moments. Our guest opens up about the times they almost threw the manuscript out the window, and the brilliant realizations that saved the book. No gatekeeping here. We’re breaking down what turned a "maybe someday" book into a "published right now" reality. It’s the perfect shot of inspiration to start your writing day. You can find this book on Amazon  and major retailers worldwide: https://www.amazon.com/-/es/Nicholas-Mihailoff-ebook/dp/B0H8WVJ6L8  Published with Spines, the world’s first tech-driven publishing platform.  Connect with Spines Publishing hello@spines.com www.spines.com www.instagram.com/spines_for_writers/ www.tiktok.com/@spines.com www.facebook.com/spines.official www.youtube.com/@Spines_publishing_platform

  4. Oct 19

    10 Years in the Dark: Theater of the Vampires with H.F. Galloway

    What would you do if you spent ten years working alone at night in a massive, aging 1929 theater? If you’re H.F. Galloway, you eventually write a book about vampires taking it over. In this episode, Herbie—a former Air Force fire protection specialist turned maintenance man—shares how an unexpected "vision" of something moving under a tarp led him to write Theater of the Vampires. He discusses turning his nightly routine into a creative outlet, dealing with the realities of working in a spooky old building, and why he chose to portray vampires not as romantic heroes, but as monsters that need to be stopped. Writing a book is 10% inspiration and 90% wondering why we decided to do this in the first place. In this bite-sized episode, we’re skipping the fluff and getting straight to the "aha!" moments. Our guest opens up about the times they almost threw the manuscript out the window, and the brilliant realizations that saved the book. No gatekeeping here. We’re breaking down what turned a "maybe someday" book into a "published right now" reality. It’s the perfect shot of inspiration to start your writing day.   You can find this book on Amazon  and major retailers worldwide: https://www.amazon.com/-/es/H-F-Galloway-ebook/dp/B0HHGGJ9JD Published with Spines, the world’s first tech-driven publishing platform. Connect with Spines Publishing hello@spines.com www.spines.com www.instagram.com/spines_for_writers/ www.tiktok.com/@spines.com www.facebook.com/spines.official www.youtube.com/@Spines_publishing_platform

  5. Oct 16

    Overcoming Dyslexia to Build a Universe: World of Omnira with B.V. Gravemore

    What does it take to write a 145,000-word epic fantasy novel when English was your toughest subject in school? In this episode, we sit down with B.V. Gravemore to explore World of Omnira: The Courage of Small Feet. We delve into his nine-year journey of creating a massive universe filled with emotion gods, action gods, and a new underground race called the Molenars. More importantly, B.V. opens up about how he overcame his personal struggles with dyslexia and high-functioning autism to bring his rich, imaginative world to life. Writing a book is 10% inspiration and 90% wondering why we decided to do this in the first place. In this bite-sized episode, we’re skipping the fluff and getting straight to the "aha!" moments. Our guest opens up about the times they almost threw the manuscript out the window, and the brilliant realizations that saved the book. No gatekeeping here. We’re breaking down what turned a "maybe someday" book into a "published right now" reality. It’s the perfect shot of inspiration to start your writing day. You can find this book on Amazon  and major retailers worldwide: https://www.amazon.com/-/es/World-Omnira-Courage-Small-Feet/dp/B0GXL6VS8L Published with Spines, the world’s first tech-driven publishing platform. Connect with Spines Publishing hello@spines.com www.spines.com www.instagram.com/spines_for_writers/ www.tiktok.com/@spines.com www.facebook.com/spines.official www.youtube.com/@Spines_publishing_platform

  6. Oct 13

    Deals That Die in Silence: Reading the Room Across Borders with Arona Maskil

    What happens when a business deal falls apart for reasons no one says out loud? In this episode, we sit down with Arona Maskil to dive into her practical guide, Reading the Room Across Borders. With 25 years of experience bridging cultural gaps, Arona explains that success in international business isn't just about competence—it's about cultural interpretation and agility. Discover why silence in a meeting can mean respect or total rejection depending on the culture, and how learning to take off our "cultural glasses" can save your next negotiation. Writing a book is 10% inspiration and 90% wondering why we decided to do this in the first place. In this bite-sized episode, we’re skipping the fluff and getting straight to the "aha!" moments. Our guest opens up about the times they almost threw the manuscript out the window, and the brilliant realizations that saved the book. No gatekeeping here. We’re breaking down what turned a "maybe someday" book into a "published right now" reality. It’s the perfect shot of inspiration to start your writing day. You can find this book on  major retailers worldwide: https://www.amazon.com/-/es/Arona-Maskil/dp/B0HN6CDCGZ/ Published with Spines, the world’s first tech-driven publishing platform. Connect with Spines Publishing hello@spines.com www.spines.com www.instagram.com/spines_for_writers/ www.tiktok.com/@spines.com www.facebook.com/spines.official www.youtube.com/@Spines_publishing_platform

  7. Oct 10

    Subscription Healthcare For The Price of a Cup of Coffee with Dr. Clive Fowler

    What if taking care of your health was as easy—and transparent—as a Netflix subscription? In this episode, Dr. Clive Fowler joins us to explain why the healthcare system isn't broken, but rather built to manage problems instead of solving them. We discuss his groundbreaking book, Subscription Healthcare, and how a direct, transparent membership model can empower patients and bypass the confusing, expensive labyrinth of modern medical insurance. Writing a book is 10% inspiration and 90% wondering why we decided to do this in the first place. In this bite-sized episode, we’re skipping the fluff and getting straight to the "aha!" moments. Our guest opens up about the times they almost threw the manuscript out the window, and the brilliant realizations that saved the book. No gatekeeping here. We’re breaking down what turned a "maybe someday" book into a "published right now" reality. It’s the perfect shot of inspiration to start your writing day.   You can find this book on Amazon  and major retailers worldwide: https://www.amazon.com/-/es/Subscription-Healthcare-Dr-Clive-Fowler/dp/B0HGYV3VPK Published with Spines, the world’s first tech-driven publishing platform.   Connect with Spines Publishing hello@spines.com www.spines.com www.instagram.com/spines_for_writers/ www.tiktok.com/@spines.com www.facebook.com/spines.official www.youtube.com/@Spines_publishing_platform

  8. Oct 7

    A 64-Year-Old Secret: The Malevolent Nephilim with Lydia Ortiz Avant

    Ever wonder what it's like to live with a disturbing secret your entire life and finally decide to share it at 78 years old? In this episode, we sit down with Lydia Ortiz Avant to discuss her first novel, The Malevolent Nephilim. Discover why Lydia decided to turn her traumatic childhood experience—and a dark secret she kept hidden for 64 years—into a sci-fi novel about aliens, hybrids, and deep family mysteries. Writing a book is 10% inspiration and 90% wondering why we decided to do this in the first place. In this bite-sized episode, we’re skipping the fluff and getting straight to the "aha!" moments. Our guest opens up about the times they almost threw the manuscript out the window, and the brilliant realizations that saved the book. No gatekeeping here. We’re breaking down what turned a "maybe someday" book into a "published right now" reality. It’s the perfect shot of inspiration to start your writing day.   You can find this book on Amazon  and major retailers worldwide: https://www.amazon.com/-/es/Malevolent-Nephilim-Lydia-Ortiz-Avant/dp/B0GZW7YCQ3 Published with Spines, the world’s first tech-driven publishing platform.   Connect with Spines Publishing hello@spines.com www.spines.com www.instagram.com/spines_for_writers/ www.tiktok.com/@spines.com www.facebook.com/spines.official www.youtube.com/@Spines_publishing_platform

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Short, inspiring episodes that zoom in on key moments from an author’s journey. In each light, face‑to‑face chat, they share the experience and mindset that helped them keep writing and eventually publish their work. It’s quick, practical motivation for writers and book lovers, who want insight into what it takes to finish a book, clarity on next steps, and to share a laugh together. This podcast is brought to you by Spines, the world’s first tech-driven publishing platform. Connect with Spines Publishing hello@spines.com www.spines.com www.instagram.com/spines_for_writers/ www.tiktok.com/@spines.com www.facebook.com/spines.official www.youtube.com/@Spines_publishing_platform

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  • Creator
    Book Bites by Spines
  • Years Active
    2026
  • Episodes
    31
  • Rating
    Clean
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