Using her expertise as a seasoned literature professor, Linda M. Morra develops provocative, timely insights about books from Canada and elsewhere to show why stories are relevant for all of us. Hosted and written by Linda Morra. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. more

The Kobo Writing Life Podcast features exciting interviews with bestselling authors, tips on the craft and business of writing, and advice for a successfully self-publishing career. Millions of readers are waiting to discover your book - publish today at www.kobo.com/writinglife. more

The show about how to have a better relationship with your dog or cat. Get tips on dog training, dog behaviour, cat behaviour and training, learn about the science on dogs and cats, and find out which books we're reading (animal-related and more generally). Kind, humane, reward-based training methods only. Hosted by Zazie Todd PhD and Kristi Benson CTC of Companion Animal Psychology blog. Made in Canada. more

Our podcast is dedicated to children's book readers and aspiring children's book authors. We strive to enchant listeners with three objectives: 1. To share heartfelt stories with readers discussing captivating insights into our guest children's book authors and inspiring tales behind their treasured works. 2. To ignite a passion for reading by drawing attention to incredible authors featured on our show. 3. To empower aspiring children's book authors by demonstrating that their dreams of authorship are within reach, encouraging them to explore the diverse paths to publishing their unique stories. In each episode, we introduce you to a self-published children's book author and their story behind their story. How did they write, illustrate, publish, distribute, market and sell their children's book? We will also introduce you to what I affectionately refer to as a self-published children's book author's Dream Team. These team members have helped the author in areas where the author may lack knowledge, skills, or expertise. By having Dream Team members as guests, you will learn, as aspiring children's book authors, how they or someone like them help you bring your children's book to life in a much more resource-effective and time-efficient manner. We have many children's book authors in our Wonderful World of Words and Illustrations. Children's books lay the foundation for education, creativity, and imagination. Children's books enable children to experience a wide range of emotions, including joy, happiness, love, and laughter. At times, they can also reflect sadness that ultimately leads to happy endings or positive lessons. Even though we can't interview all the world's children's book authors, we aim to share as many behind-the-scenes inspirations for developing, writing, and producing children's book content as possible and how each author we talk to uses their imaginative and creative hearts to publish and market children's books. As children's book readers, you can't possibly purchase every book written; however, giving you a glimpse into as many children's book authors as we can allows you to lower your risk of purchase. You get to know each author and see if their stories, characters, and messages fit you, your children, or your grandchildren. Today, we live in a global village, with each corner of our earth connected like never before; finding out how the world works can be a large part of your child's learning. One of our goals is to present a diverse range of Children's Book Authors, and we desire to talk to children's book authors from around the globe. We hope the characters in the children's books you support offer guidance for your children or grandchildren, encouraging them to explore, witness, play with, and share. We also hope they solve the problems and promote the solutions that each character deals with in each story and book. Cheers to Adventures in the Heart of Children's Book Authors and Adventure Out! more

All types of running related books are reviewed by two non-elite track, road and trail runners. Observation and description of running books intended to inform, help and inspire anyone involved or related to running at any level. Whenever possible we chat with the author about the book, but if not then we try to do it justice. If you have been enjoying the podcast and want more, you can follow us on Facebook and Instagram. You can also go to our Buy Me A Coffee website where we have a few more posts: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/AlanandLiz   more

Intimate interviews with the world's most influential authors, wisdom teachers, wellness experts, psychologists, philosophers, creatives, cultural innovators, and activists. Banyen Books is Canada's leading bookstore in spirituality and healing for 50 years. www.banyen.com more

Unbinding books to get to their hearts! Ariel Bissett and Raeleen Lemay discuss the books they've read, the books they've bought, and recommend books to listeners every week! more

Living The Next Chapter: Inspiring Conversations with Amazing Authors and Writers - Better Questions, Better Conversations, Better Connections Are you an avid reader or an aspiring writer seeking inspiration to embark on your own literary journey? Look no further! Welcome to 'Living The Next Chapter,' the podcast that celebrates the world of books and writing. Join us as we connect you with captivating authors who have mastered the art of storytelling. Each episode promises an enlightening conversation with writers who share their personal writing journeys, struggles, triumphs, and valuable insights into the craft. Whether you're a seasoned wordsmith or just starting to put pen to paper, our podcast is your ultimate source for writing tips, techniques, and industry know-how. Unearth the secrets to creating compelling characters, crafting engaging plotlines, and polishing your prose.'Living The Next Chapter' is more than just a podcast; it's a community of like-minded individuals who are passionate about books and writing. We warmly invite aspiring authors, seasoned writers, and everyone in between to share this journey with us. Whether you want to learn from the best or showcase your own expertise, we are always on the lookout for great guests! This show is always ad free, if you love what you hear, please refill our coffee cup here! https://buymeacoffee.com/truemediaca https://livingthenextchapter.com/ Author Podcast, Podcast for Authors, Book Podcast, Authors, Writing, Books, Literature, Storytelling, Creative Writing, Bestselling Authors, Interviews with Authors, Writing Tips, Publishing Insights, Book Recommendations, Author Experiences, Literary Discussions, Writing Process, Inspiring Conversations with Authors, How to Write a Book, Tips for Aspiring Writers, Behind the Scenes of Writing, Exploring Author Journeys more

Features discussions with SFFaudio.com contributors, cool podcasters, bloggers and scholars, conversations with people writing books, audiobooks, audio drama and comics. The episodes designated 'READALONG' are in-depth conversations about one audiobook (or book). Episodes tagged 'TOPIC' feature a focused discussion of a narrow subject in SFF. We also occasionally present an unabridged AUDIOBOOK as an episode. more

This is a podcast for emerging writers who want to improve the quality of their work and learn more about the publishing industry. Your one host, Bianca Marais (the bestselling author of 'The Witches of Moonshyne Manor') interviews authors, agents, editors and just about anyone and everyone who's involved in bringing a book to market. She's joined by her cohosts, literary agents Carly Watters and CeCe Lyra from P.S. Literary Agency, who read and critique query letters as well as opening pages in their Books with Hooks segment. Expect good advice, honest insights, and a few laughs along the way. more

Ben and Daniel use their unique points of view to navigate Comic Book Movies & TV!

Deep discussions on entrepreneurship and personal development books. If you're looking to build your business, increase your productivity and learn unique methodologies to optimize various aspects of your entrepreneurial endeavours, you'll enjoy this podcast. more

When the book ends, the conversation begins. Mattea Roach speaks with writers who have something to say about their work, the world and our place in it. You'll always walk away with big questions to ponder and new books to read. more

Quantum Book Club is about reviewing Best-selling Books that help the mind to expand. With techniques provided, listening in as a panel of well-qualified professionals discuss each chapter, helps you to retain the vital information that will bring great results. more

Follow us on Instagram @HarryPotterReReadPodcastIt's been a few years since podcast hosts Kyle and David have picked up a Harry Potter book. Join them on the Harry Potter and the Re-read Podcast as they dust off their old HP books and re-explore the magic of Hogwarts and the Harry Potter universe. In each episode, Kyle and David will break down a few chapters from the series, providing fun and engaging takes and re-living the Harry Potter experience. more

Taking you on a journey through a good book, one chapter at a time.

A podcast for creatives, dreamers, and anyone ready to live more boldly — Join me, Brandi Hofer, on Colour Me Happy! Each week, we dive deep with artists, makers, and inspiring humans to talk about what it really takes to live a creative life. We get honest, we laugh (a lot), sometimes we cry, and we always leave feeling a little more seen and connected. Because creativity isn't just about making art — it's about making a life that feels true to you. Tune in and see how we turn the everyday ordinary into something truly extraordinary — together. more

For novelists, memoirists and screenwriters who want to write stories their readers will love. Each week literary editors, Valerie Francis and Melanie Hill, use films to explain how to craft a story that hooks the reader on page one and holds their attention all the way to the end. The goal is simple: to learn from writers who have come before us...what worked well and what didn't work so well. If you're a writer who loves to write, this podcast is for you! 'The only thing that matters, and that ever will matter, is the story. That's it.' - Tom Hanks (Oxford Union 2024) more

Read along with the Sword and Laser book club! From classic science fiction to the latest gritty fantasy, we cover it. Subscribe for book discussions, author interviews, hot releases, and news from the genre fiction world! more

3 Books is a completely insane and totally epic 22-year-long quest to uncover and discuss the 1000 most formative books in the world. Each chapter discusses the 3 most formative books of one of the world's most inspiring people. Sample guests include: Brené Brown, David Sedaris, Malcolm Gladwell, Roxane Gay, Cheryl Strayed, Rich Roll, Soyoung the Variety Store Owner, Derek the Hype Man, Kevin the Bookseller, Shirley The Nurse, Vishwas the Uber Driver, Angie Thomas, David Mitchell, Surgeon General Vivek Murthy, Mark Manson, Seth Godin, Judy Blume, and Quentin Tarantino. 3 Books is published on the lunar calendar with each of the 333 chapters dropped on the exact minute of every single full moon all the way up to 10:37 PM EST on April 26, 2040. 3 Books is an Apple 'Best Of' award-winning show and is 100% non-profit with no ads, no sponsors, no commercials, and no interruptions. 3 Books has 3 clubs including the End of the Podcast Club, the Cover to Cover Club, and the Secret Club, which operates entirely through the mail and is only accessible by calling 1-833-READ-A-LOT. Each chapter is hosted live and in-person at the guest's preferred location by Neil Pasricha, New York Times bestselling author of The Book of Awesome, The Happiness Equation, Two-Minute Mornings, etc.For more info check out: https://www.3books.co more

Perspectives and reflections on the writing and publishing life. Mark Leslie Lefebvre, a writer, bookseller, digital publishing advocate, professional speaker, and publishing consultant explores inclusive and collaborative opportunities for writers and book publishing professionals via interviews, discussions, and reflections about the industry. (Mark's personal website is www.markleslie.ca) more

A show about books and literature. Every week we interview authors, booksellers, publishers, bloggers, and more. Based in Canada. more

Promoting Canadian comic book creators and supporters.

Welcome to the Resilient Writers Radio Show! This is the podcast for writers who want to create and sustain a writing life they love. It's for writers who love books, and everything that goes into the making of them. For writers who wanna learn and grow in their craft, and improve their writing skills. Writers who want to finish their books, and get them out into the world so their ideal readers can enjoy them, writers who wanna spend more time in that flow state, writers who want to connect with other writers to celebrate and be in community in this crazy roller coaster ride we call 'the writing life.'  more

Back Issue Bloodbath, a comics-centric podcast presented by Geek Hard. Join hosts Andrew Young and Petula Neale as they get down and dirty in the four-colour world of comic books, focusing on classic stories, new issues, comic creators and hot button topics. more

Favourite children's books, ranging from classic to contemporary, read aloud by 3 year-old... no, now 8 year-old Tula Jane and/or her preschool + meditation teaching Mother in the Wild.Receive more from Tula Jane & her early childhood empathy educator, Mother in the Wild, by becoming a special subscriber for only $3.99/mo. Bonus material + discounts for requests + dedications included!https://anchor.fm/mother-in-the-wild/subscribePurchase the books you're listening to from our Amazon shop to support us + the amazing authors here:https://www.amazon.com/shop/motherinthewild more

A Podcast for Casual Bookworms Everywhere. Every week, join co hosts Meaghan & Shirin as they share their thoughts & opinions about books and their adaptations-the good, the bad & the crappy of it all. Do they have any expertise? No. Are they going to tackle all that the literary world has to offer anyway? You bet. New episodes drop every Friday. more

Send us your thoughts on the monthly book over social media and we'll discuss on air. Hosted by three talkative public librarians/book nerds from Winnipeg Public Library. more

So we started a book club but never talked about the books so we decided to start a podcast to talk about the books. more

We're reading all of the books about sex ed and sexuality, so you don't have to! But we'll tell you all about the books, so you'll want to read them! more

Welcome! Tune in for tips on how to Heal Your Life NOW with power statements, visualization, reflection time & real-life stories with real-life people who have overcome adversity. Learn to love yourself EVEN MORE based on the techniques of Louise Hay and You Can Heal Your Life, the book. The host and Heal Your Life Workshop Teacher Trainer & Coach Trainer Victoria Johnson, Ph.D. Prepare to be motivated and inspired. We are all worth loving, and loving yourself is your superpower! Life loves you. more

Two friends -- one American, one Canadian -- who share a love for CBC's Canada Reads and Canadian literature! https://www.cbc.ca/books/canadareads more

Join Nerdy and Claroos on a literary adventure through the fantasy novels they've always promised to read! First up is Robert Jordan's Wheel Of Time series. 14 books, a prequel, and a ton of questions that need to be answered! New episodes recorded live on Youtube and dropped everywhere on Fridays! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. more

Exhilarating conversations and ideas from the world's greatest storytellers and luminaries. From the esteemed vaults of the Vancouver Writers Fest, located in beautiful British Columbia. more

Learn about book-ish things and hear from book-ish people with librarians from Vancouver Island Regional Library. more

Find your book club picks and get your literary fix here. I lead bookish discussions with authors, friends and family minus the scheduling, wine, charcuterie board and the book you didn't have time to finish. My tastes skew toward the literary but I can't resist a good thriller or the must-read book of the season. If you like authors like Donna Tartt, Ann Patchett, Jonathan Franzen, Marie Benedict and Rachel Hawkins this podcast is for you.  more

From BookNet Canada, the latest on book publishing, data, retail, and technology.

Hosted by Sruti Islam and Alex NierenhausenTheme Songs by Gino Visconti and Michael Jaworski (@mikejaws)Audio Production by Kyel Loadenthal more

The voices of a Canadian indie bookstore, cinema, bar, bistro, and live music venue.

Join hosts Dean, Maegan, and Kyle on the Think Thank Thunk podcast as they explore Building Thinking Classrooms by Peter Liljedahl. Through interviews with experts and teachers, they share practical tips and insights on implementing the 14 optimal practices outlined in the book. Perfect for math teachers of all levels, each episode features chapter summaries and ideas for transforming lessons into engaging and meaningful learning experiences. Whether you're a seasoned veteran or new to teaching math, subscribe to join the conversation and build a Thinking Classroom that inspires your students. more

If you love book recs with a touch of sass, and are even a little curious about what it's like to run a bookshop and be part of a thriving literary community, this is the podcast for you! more

Cabin Tales is an award-winning horror audio drama. Immersive and terrifying audio experiences, only listen if you dare. Created by Thomas Halle. Produced by THP & Distributed by Spotify. more

This podcast explores an approach to the well-being of educators that goes beyond self care. Following a book club format, the author of the book, Beyond Self Care, Gail Markin discusses each chapter with a selection of invited guests. more

Welcome to your new favourite book club podcast! We are just two women who love reading and we can't wait to meet you! Over the course of a month we will read one book, and every Thursday we will meet here to discuss our opinions and insight into the book we have chosen. Let's get into it! Find us at www.bookclubbabes.ca more

The CBC's great Canadian book debate returns. Five prominent Canadians have each selected the one book that they believe all of Canada should read. After each day's debate, they will vote to eliminate one book, until only the winner remains. more

Interviews with Scholars of Indian Religions with their New BooksSupport our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/indian-religions more

In this podcast, we will explore topics such as, awakening, self-empowerment, spirituality, mental health, our polarities of the Divine Masculine/Divine Feminine within, and many more. I will interview guests all over the world to build a diverse conversation. If you feel that you have something to share, feel free to reach out and ask to be a guest on this show by emailing me at 1nedburwell@gmail.com  more

A podcast that discusses divisive issues in the comic book universe. We provide differing opinions from a younger reader, an older reader, and occasionally guests. more

Live Life Happy with Andrea Seydel The Podcast for Book Lovers & Lifelong LearnersWelcome to Live Life Happy with Andrea Seydel! If you love books that inspire, transform, and empower, you're in the right place. This podcast is all about book summaries and actionable takeaways from incredible authors who pour their wisdom into books on happiness, well-being, and personal growth.Now in Season 3, we're diving even deeper—taking the powerful insights from these books and applying them in real, tangible ways. Think of this as your shortcut to the best knowledge out there, distilled into digestible, practical strategies you can use to create a happier, more fulfilling life.As the founder of Live Life Happy Publishing, I also weave in tips on writing and publishing your own book. Whether you're dreaming of becoming an author or just love learning from the best, this podcast is a space for book lovers, thought leaders, and changemakers.If you're ready to read, learn, and take action, hit play and join the community! And if you're ready to bring your own book to life, I'm here as your Book Doula, helping you navigate the world of publishing while keeping 100% of your rights and royalties.? Listen & Subscribe:? AndreaSeydel.com? LiveLifeHappyPublishing.com more

Join Caped-Joel & Matt of Fortress of Solitude for weekly chats and everything awesome from the world of Superheros & Comic Books. more

From neurons to nanotech and from quarks to the cosmos, BookLab is the podcast that puts science books under the microscope! Join hosts Dan Falk and Amanda Gefter for a look at the latest in popular science writing: what's new, what's hot, and what you ought to be reading right now. more

Each month, Luki Danukarjanto and David Hsu do a deep dive discussion on a book they have read centred around the topic of that season. Follow us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lukidanu/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/davidmhsu/ Check out Dave's Substack for more! https://davidmhsu.substack.com/ more

In-depth conversations with authors about their books—how and why they write, the books and authors they admire, and so much more. Plus, occasional takes on what's going on in the business of books. And year-end round-ups of reading recommendations from the staff of Rakuten Kobo, the global digital bookseller. Hosted by Michael Tamblyn and Nathan Maharaj. more

Join our hosts Nikki and Kelly as they discuss a Young Adult and Adult novel every month! Mix yourself a drink, settle in, and relax as they talk about everything from their initial thoughts on each book to the nitty gritty of what happened and what they think about it all.  more

join ash alberg of sunflower knit each week as they chat with some of their favourite fellow boss witches and witchy-adjacent professionals about how ritual and magic impact both their professional work and their personal lives. expect serious discussions about intersections of privilege and oppression, big C versus small C capitalism, ritual, sustainability, astrology, ancestral work, and a whole lot of snorts and cackles. each season, we read a new book about witchcraft with the #SnortAndCackleBookClub. follow us on instagram @snortandcackle and find transcripts for every episode at snortandcackle.com - just navigate to 'podcast' in the main menu! more

In each episode of What Happened Next, author Nathan Whitlock interviews other authors about what happens when a new book isn't new anymore, and it's time to write another one. This podcast is presented in partnership with The Walrus.https://thewalrus.ca/podcasts/what-happened-next/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. more

The WPHP Monthly Mercury is the podcast of The Women's Print History Project, a digital bibliographical database that recovers and discovers women's print history for the eighteenth- and nineteenth-centuries (womensprinthistoryproject.com). Inspired by the titles of periodicals of the period, the WPHP Monthly Mercury dives into the gritty and gorgeous details of investigating women's work as authors and labourers in the book trades. more

Welcome to Author Nation, your go-to resource for becoming a successful nonfiction author, from planning to promotion, and everything in between. We interview experts about writing, publishing and promoting books and we interview authors about their book journey. All to help you become a published author. We sprinkle our interviews with motivation and inspiration along the way. more

Join Instagram book content creator @getlitwithlianna as she sits down with a different guest author to chat about their books, writing career, and everything in between! Of course each conversation will have a very *LC* touch - aka crying over book boyfriends, marvelling over swoony moments, and obviously a ton of pop culture references!⁣ more

Keep It Fictional is a weekly podcast for book lovers, by book lovers. Build your TBR with Al, Corene, Emma, Fiona, Gabriel, Liz, Mark, Sadie, and Virginia from the Port Moody Public Library. Warning! This podcast contains strong opinions and may cause an increase in your library holds list. Music by James Barth more

The Tao Te Ching was written around 2,500 years ago by a man named Lao Tzu. It is one of the oldest texts in existence and certainly one of the wisest. Its wisdom is timeless and its message as relevant and important now as it was back then. It is vital that we learn to come back into balance with the natural world, to live in a more harmonious and selfless way and the Tao Te Ching beautifully instructs us in bringing ourselves and our lives into alignment with the 'Tao'This book will Change Your Thoughts - Change Your Life: Living the Wisdom of the Taohttps://amzn.to/3tb5SZMNamaste. more

THE BIBLIO FILE is a podcast about 'the book,' and an inquiry into the wider world of book culture. Hosted by Nigel Beale it features wide ranging, long-form conversations with authors, poets, book publishers, booksellers, book editors, book collectors, book makers, book scholars, book critics, book designers, book publicists, literary agents and many others inside the book trade and out - from writer to reader. more

The Worthy Writers Podcast represents confidence, creativity, and unique journeys. It offers encouragement to writers and authors who find themselves battling imposter syndrome, self-doubt, and the lack of energy to achieve their creative dreams. Discover various writing journeys while exploring your mindset in the book world. Find the confidence to continue refining your craft and living as your authentic self.Hosted by Kirsten McNeill (book editor, confidence coach)www.instagram.com/confident.kirstenEmail: km@worthywriters.cawww.worthywriters.ca more

This is not another book club. I'm Marisa, founder and host of Le Salon Literary Discussions where I put my master's degree in English literature to good use by creating all kinds of resources for avid readers like you—from monthly virtual book discussions to book club guides, decoding literary theory to book-themed cocktail recipes. In each themed podcast series, we'll dive into different writers, books, genres, and more—all in 30 minutes or less. A new series of six episodes drops every season, so make sure to subscribe to know when a new episode is posted and follow me on Instagram @lesalonreads. more

Grab a steaming cup of tea and your fluffiest blanket, and join Jess and Raven Egan--sisters on a mission to get back into reading--as they break down fiction novels chapter by chapter, discuss characters and plot points, and analyze writing techniques. We are currently reading Shadow Scale by Rachel Hartman! more

Welcome to 'A Nerdy Book Club,' the podcast where we explore literature and fan-created works. Join our host as we dive deep into books.  more

The Thomas Fisher Rare Book Library is the largest rare book library in Canada, holding over 800,000 books and 6,000 linear metres of manuscript material. more

The best podcast for writers! Learn how to write a book, listen to author interviews, and get tangible writing tips, advice, motivation and inspiration to achieve your dream of writing a book. more

Want to be a successful fantasy or sci-fi writer? You've found yourself in the right dimension. Writing Advice. Book Deep Dives. Infinite Possibilities.Welcome to The Greatest Podcast in the Multiverse. Each week, we sit down with leading and emerging science fiction & fantasy authors, diving into their unique perspectives, creative processes, and the captivating universes they've constructed -- and most importantly, what they've done to find success in their work.Tune in weekly and join us as we explore the infinite possibilities of storytelling together. more

Conversations on the craft of creating comic books.

A podcast about reading texts like an English professor. Your host is Michael Ullyot, Associate Professor of English at the University of Calgary. Episodes are designed to appeal to curious and intelligent non-specialists. For more information, contact the host at { ullyot@ucalgary.ca }. more

Become a Paid Subscriber: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/creativewritingclub/subscribeWelcome to the Creative Writing Club! This is where I'll talk about writing techniques and give updates on new books coming out. Creative Writing Club Discord: https://discord.gg/UkqUZxzAVyCreative Writing Club Instagram: @creativewriting_club Check out my Instagram: @dark_night_wolves more

Join Laura and Nicole from the Thunder Bay Public Library for the latest edition of Read This Next! They'll share their top recommendations about different genres, topics, and styles of books. Bonus: If you're from Thunder Bay you can get them in Thunder Bay Public Library's digital and physical collections! more

Typicalbooks talks about horror fiction each week. You can tune in to this as a booktube series on YouTube, or here in audio. From new releases to classics, Lydia pulls from being a horror author and reader to bring you a digest of horror happenings. more

Smut, erotica, and romance, oh my! Whatever you call it, we got it. Welcome to the book club you didn't ask for but secretly always wanted. Where we pick some of the most outrageous pieces of sexy literature out there and give you our unsolicited two cents. more

The Slow Reader is a book review podcast that covers books I'm reading at a pace that I'm comfortable with - which is a little bit slow. Listen in if you're looking for someone who reads at a pace closer to yours! more

Homilies, Prayers, & Catholic Book Summaries

Two friends who can't stop talking about all things books and book club. Join us here to add to the discussion, and make sure to tune in for weekly episodes! more

A podcast on all things Canadian and Literature and then some.

Two vaguely twenty-something year olds discuss, review, and bitch about books.

Hi! I'm Frances Everly, author and book lover. Join me as I discuss fantasy and romance books by trade and indie authors and celebrate everything bookish. more

Each episode is a quiet reading of a different children's book. We read these books in a calm, relaxed voice to help lull our little ones off to sleep. Please join us as we read many quiet stories together. more