BookSwell Intersections

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BookSwell Intersections

Welcome to BookSwell Intersections, a literary podcast devoted to amplifying the voices of writers from historically excluded communities. We love to hear authors share their inspirations and their creative processes. This is the place to get a peek inside the pages of your next favorite book.

  1. JUL 10

    Jessamyn Violet interview

    Jessamyn Violet, author of Secret Rules to Being a Rockstar and musician, shares her musings on the power of music and more. In conversation with host Cody Sisco, Jessamyn discusses the rock and roll lifestyle, writing a true-to-life Hollywood coming-of-age novel, and the power of being an outsider.

    23 min

  2. FEB 13

    Melissa Chadburn interview

    Dr. Melissa Chadburn, author of A Tiny Upward Shove and self-proclaimed recovering journalist, shares her inspirations on this episode to re-launch the BookSwell Intersections podcast.

    23 min

  3. FEB 2

    Roxana Preciado reading and discussion

    Roxana Preciado, indie author, artist, poet, and activist, shares her story with others in hope that she can help anyone who is facing similar hardships.

    38 min

  4. FEB 2

    Reuben "Tihi" Haylsett interview and more

    Reuben “Tihi” Hayslett discusses his novel Dark Corners with Running Wild Press publisher Lisa Kastner at a live recording of the BookSwell Intersections podcast.

    1h 2m

  5. 05/19/2020

    Yodassa Williams interview

    The coronavirus crisis can't stop art! Cody Sisco interviews Yodassa Williams about her debut fantasy novel, The Goddess Twins, coming of age and finding one's voice, black girl magic and creativity, and the revelatory experience of going to Burning Man.

    36 min

  6. 03/18/2020

    The last pre-pandemic LA lit discussion

    This episode was recorded in the Rare Bird offices in DTLA in February 202 at the start of the COVID-19 pandemic. Host Cody Sisco is joined by co-host Dan Lopez, special guests Viva Padilla from Dryland Lit, Julia Callahan from Rare Bird Lit, and interview guest Xochitl-Julisa Bermejo of Women Who Submit. We discussed #DignidadLiteraria and the fallout from American Dirt, barriers to inclusivity and equity in publishing, and how writers and publishers are navigating the changing literary landscape.

    1h 23m

  7. 12/31/2019

    Carla Sameth interview and more

    Happy New Year to all of our listeners! This week, we're here to help you get a jump start on your 2020 TBR list, with recommendations from our panel.  Managing Editor Cody Sisco, along with Co-Hosts Rachelle Yousuf and Irene Yoon recap their year in reading and discuss what they'd like to see in the literary landscape next year.Cody sits down with local LA author Carla Sameth to talk about her recent release, One Day on the Gold Line. They delve into religion, addiction, and the writing process, as well as their shared appreciation for the LA writing scene.If your New Year's Resolution is to attend more literary events, Shannon Eagen has you covered with events for the whole family in early January.

    1h 14m

  8. 10/22/2019

    Intentional Intersectionality highlights

    The BookSwell Crew has been hard at work producing our Intentional Intersectionality reading and discussion as a part of the 2019 Lambda LitFest. This week, we’re doing a debrief and recap on the somewhat stressful but deeply rewarding process of putting together a live literary event. We’ve also included excerpts from the talented artists that Managing Editor Cody Sisco, Intersections Co-Host Rachelle Yousuf and BookSwell Advisor Sakae Manning gathered together at the Armory Arts Complex, including B.A. Williams, Evan Kleekamp, Reuben Hayslett, and Roxana Preciado. Enjoy the poetry and prose of these vital voices. Finally, Shannon Eagen rounds out the episode with recommendations for literary events in the next two weeks, including a star studded event you should buy your ticket for ASAP!

    46 min
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Welcome to BookSwell Intersections, a literary podcast devoted to amplifying the voices of writers from historically excluded communities. We love to hear authors share their inspirations and their creative processes. This is the place to get a peek inside the pages of your next favorite book.

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  • Creator
    bookswellclub
  • Years Active
    2019 - 2024
  • Episodes
    19
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Copyright 2024 All rights reserved.
  • Show Website
    BookSwell Intersections

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