By Her Shelf

Erica D Welch
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By Her Shelf Podcast is all about introducing readers to books worth reading and people worth following. Each week, you'll get to know one reader based solely on her (or, on occasion, his) shelf--the books she/he reads, writes, or helps bring into the world. Occasionally, By Her Shelf will feature solo episodes from founder and podcast host Erica D. Hearns, topical episodes featuring By Her Shelf Contributors Alex and Christina, or other special bookish content.

  1. 09/26/2023

    Sown in Light with Tekira Briscoe

    Today's guest is Tekira Briscoe. Tekira is a wife, homeschooling mom, and talented poet who recently published her debut poetry collection, Sown in Light. Sown in Light is a captivating collection of poems, stories and experiences that paved the way of Tekira's spiritual journey. In this episode, Tekira and I discuss her rule for books with TV or movie adaptations, how celebrity memoirs are like testimony service, why Tekira's bookshelves don't have books, and of course, Sown in Light. Sit back with your favorite fall beverage and enjoy this conversation with debut author Tekira Briscoe on her poetry collection Sown in Light. Today's episode is sponsored by the By Her Shelf Reading Challenge. Receive your free copy when you sign up for the newsletter at this link: https://mailchi.mp/b12068d5e83d/reading-challenge

  2. 09/19/2023

    Fall in Love with Reading: Fall 2023 TBR

    This week's episode of By Her Shelf is sponsored by the By Her Shelf Reading Challenge. You can get your free copy of this challenge by signing up for the By Her Shelf Newsletter at https://mailchi.mp/b12068d5e83d/reading-challenge. Today we are talking all things fall reading: highly anticipated celebrity memoirs and blockbuster fiction as well as encouragement to dig into your TBR and read the not-so-shiny-and-new books there. I hope this episode inspires you to fall in love with reading again this season. Books mentioned in this episode The Woman in Me by Britney Spears Worthy by Jada Pinkett Smith Thicker than Water by Kerry Washington My Name is Barbra by Barbra Streisand Touched by Walter Mosley Fourth Wing and Iron Flame by Rebacca Yarros Professional Troublemaker: The Fear-Fighter Manual by Luvvie Ajayi Jones Rhythm & Muse by India Hill Brown

  3. 09/12/2023

    Identify Yourself (Solo Episode)

    Which of the many words/attributes that could be used to describe you do you most identify with? What would happen if you realized something you thought defined you went against what you now believe is true? Tune in to hear how one author wrestles with redefining herself in one of my favorite reads of 2021. This was first published as a video for a 75 Live Challenge in January 2023

  4. 09/05/2023

    Behind the Shelf: Review Bombing

    Welcome to the first episode of Behind the Shelf, where I (and sometimes a guest!) discuss issues of importance to our reading lives. Today I'm discussing review bombing, a practice that not only can hurt a book's sales, but can get it pulled from the publication schedule altogether. Have strong opinions on review bombing? Email me at byhershelf@gmail.com. I will feature responses on the next Behind the Shelf episode.

  5. 09/05/2023

    Once An Addict with Dr. Edward James Hearns

    Welcome to season to of the By Her Shelf Podcast! Today, I have the pleasure of introducing you to Dr. Edward James Hears by HIS shelf. Dr. Hearns is a husband, father, pastor, bible college president, nursing home administrator, and most importantly, a child of God and servant of the Most High. He has written several books including Cracking the Relationship Code, Under New Management, and his most recent release Once An Addict: the Unspoken Truth about Addiction. He lives in Clarksville, Tennessee with his wife, Vanessa, and their two sons, Obed and Elijah (his daughter might also be familiar to listeners :-) ). In this episode, we discuss the benefits of hiring a writing coach to help you tell your story, the importance of a relatable story in non-fiction, deliverance from addiction, and much more. Trigger warning: addiction and suicide are discussed in this episode.

  6. 09/05/2023

    Welcome to Season 2

    Welcome back! In this season 2 mini trailer, I introduce the TWO new episodes premiering today. I hope you enjoy this introduction to a new season of more books worth reading and people worth following

  7. 03/07/2023

    Reason to Return with Ericka Andersen

    Today we are getting to know author Ericka Andersen by her shelf. Ericka is also a freelance writer, podcaster, and mom of two living in Indianapolis, Indiana, with her husband Rick. In this episode, Ericka and I chat about how she came to write her husband’s memoir for her debut, what led to her latest book, Reason to Return: Why Women Need the Church and the Church Needs Women, how the local church can support women, signs of a healthy church, and I help Ericka through the existential dread of trying to choose a book someone could read to learn more about her. I think you will discover many reasons to follow Ericka in this episode. I hope you enjoy it. Books Summer Sisters by Judy Blume Appetites by Caroline Knapp Big Little Lies by Liane Moriarty By Bread Alone: A Baker's Reflections on Hunger, Loneliness, and the Goodness of God by Kendall Vanderslice Leaving Cloud 9: The True Story of A Life Resurrected from the Ashes of Poverty, Trauma, and Mental Illness by Ericka Andersen Reason to Return: Why Women Need the Church and the Church Needs Women by Ericka Andersen Church Forsaken: Practicing Presence in Neglected Neighborhoods by Jonathan Brooks The Lost Apothecary by Sarah Penner Push Off From Here: Nine Essential Truths to Get You Through Sobriety (and Everything Else) by Laura McKowen Risen Motherhood: Gospel Hope for Everyday Moments by Emily Jensen and Laura Wilfer Ericka’s Instagram: ericka_andersen Ericka’s Website: www.erickaandersen.com

  8. 02/28/2023

    Breaking Bread with Kendall Vanderslice

    Listeners, you are in for a special treat today as we get to know author and food theologist Kendall Vanderslice by her shelf. In today’s episode, I get the opportunity to chat with Kendall about what food theology is and how she shares it with other through her business, Edible Theology, as well as how God draws her by her stomach, her complicated relationship to bread, and how rituals of fasting and feasting work together for those who observe them. You’re also going to want to hear how Kendall was incentivized to read through prizes and the two books you could read to get to know Kendall better. Kendall’s new book, By Bread Alone: A Baker's Reflections on Hunger, Longing, and the Goodness of God, releases today, February 28, 2023. If you enjoy this conversation and want to hear more, grab a copy of this beautiful book. You can follow Kendall on instagram @knvslice, listen to her podcast, Kitchen Meditations, connect with her business the Edible Theology Project or peruse her personal website, kendallvanderslice.com Books we discuss: The Supper of the Lamb: A Culinary Reflection by Robert Farar Capon https://amzn.to/3Y6pVXV Take This Bread: A Radical Conversion by Sara Miles https://amzn.to/3Y7BBcZ We Will Feast: Rethinking Dinner, Worship, and the Community of God by Kendall Vanderslice https://amzn.to/3Sxqn09

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By Her Shelf Podcast is all about introducing readers to books worth reading and people worth following. Each week, you'll get to know one reader based solely on her (or, on occasion, his) shelf--the books she/he reads, writes, or helps bring into the world. Occasionally, By Her Shelf will feature solo episodes from founder and podcast host Erica D. Hearns, topical episodes featuring By Her Shelf Contributors Alex and Christina, or other special bookish content.

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  • Creator
    Erica D Welch
  • Years Active
    2019 - 2023
  • Episodes
    49
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Show Website
    By Her Shelf