37 episodes

We’re taste-testing audio books! In each episode, join hosts Sarina Bowen and Tanya Eby for a brand new first chapter, followed by discussion, news and gossip.

The Story Bites Podcast Sarina Bowen, USA Today bestselling author

    • Arts

We’re taste-testing audio books! In each episode, join hosts Sarina Bowen and Tanya Eby for a brand new first chapter, followed by discussion, news and gossip.

    Episode 37: Advanced Physical Chemistry by Susannah Nix

    Episode 37: Advanced Physical Chemistry by Susannah Nix

    The heroine is a chemical engineer! This fun tale opens with a classic romance setup: the heroine’s current boyfriend has cheated. Will hottie barista save this curvy girl’s day? 

    Narrated by Caitlin Kelly, courtesy of Tantor Audio


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    • 29 min
    Episode 36: Kennedy Ryan wins a RITA

    Episode 36: Kennedy Ryan wins a RITA

    Did you see? The most excellent Kennedy Ryan won a RITA award for this most excellent story, Long Shot. If you haven't listened yet, today is the day! #wecalledit 

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    • 28 min
    Episode 35: Indefinite by Corinne Michaels

    Episode 35: Indefinite by Corinne Michaels

    We talk breakup scenes and duets. And how do you feel about cliffhangers? We're feeling pretty great about them after listening to this fabulous first chapter.
    Also! Sarina and Tanya make a big announcement! You don't want to miss it.

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    • 25 min
    Episode 34: An Interview with Narrator Aaron Shedlock

    Episode 34: An Interview with Narrator Aaron Shedlock

    Sarina Bowen interviews Aaron Shedlock about acting, his favorite narrators, and what happens when people say they listen to performances at 2.0 speed...

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    • 27 min
    Episode 33: Brazen and the Beast by Sarah Maclean

    Episode 33: Brazen and the Beast by Sarah Maclean

    This book! It has everything: great voice, hilarious setup. Curvy heroine with brains for dayyyys. We loved this new one from Sarah Maclean, and the terrific narration by Justine Eyre. Courtesy of HarperAudio.

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    • 21 min
    Episode 32: Superfan by Sarina Bowen

    Episode 32: Superfan by Sarina Bowen

    Sarina has a new book in production! And you can hear the first takes right here. What does the first cut of an audio book sound like, anyway? This one is performed by superstars Virginia Rose and Aaron Shedlock.
    Also up for discussion: how to build tension in a chapter to keep the listener hooked. And Tanya’s thoughts about charcuterie board ingredients. You don’t want to miss it!

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    • 31 min

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