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Ep 156: Victoria Sue Discusses "Guarding His Melody" Oct 01, 2018

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Jeff opens the show talking about a film deal for the new Becky Albertalli/Adam Silvera book What If It's Us. He also reminds everyone about the Eastsiders Kickstarter campaign that continues through October 10.

Sarah and SherryLynn are welcomed as Patrons

The guys discuss their recent trip to the Dreamspinner Author Conference as well as two days at Disney World.

Jeff interviews Victoria Sue about Guarding His Melody, her latest entry in the "Enhanced World" series. They also talk about the science behind that series, her M-preg series as well as a moving story about what got her started with m/m romance.

Complete shownotes for episode 156 are at BigGayFictionPodcast.com.

Ep 155: Talking Romance with Blogger/Podcaster/Author Sarah Wendell Sep 24, 2018

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Jeff & Will are on the road this week at the Dreamspinner Author Conference and Disney World!

The guys review the Russel Tovey film, The Pass. Jeff discusses Barrel Proof, the third Agents Irish & Whiskey book, by Layla Reyne and Game Point by M.J. O'Shea.

Jeff & Will welcome Sarah Wendell from Smart Bitches, Trashy Books. Sarah tells us why she started the blog and its companion podcast. We also delve into some of her favorite m/m romances, how the genre has evolved and what she hopes to see it going into 2019.

Complete shownotes for episode 155 are at BigGayFictionPodcast.com.

Ep 153: Rosalind Abel, Mildred Abbott & Special Guest Interview Sep 10, 2018

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Jeff & Will kick off the show with a celebration of their of their 21st wedding anniversary. They also congratulate Jess who won the Hank Edwards giveaway from episode 151.

Recapping their recent TV viewing, the guys discuss The Man Who Invented Christmas, The Power of Grayskull: The Definitive History of He-Man and the Masters of the Universe and Sugar Rush.

On the book front, Jeff gives his thoughts on Hudson's Luck by Lucy Lennoxand Will reviews Duke in Denial by Alexandria Ainsworth.

Jeff & Will welcome Rosalind Abel, Mildred Abbott and a special super secret guest. They find out the origins of Rosalind's Lavender Shores series and Mildred's Cozy Corgi cozy mysteries as well as what's coming up for both by the end of the year.

Complete shownotes for episode 153 are at BigGayFictionPodcast.com.

Ep 152: Debut Author Alexander C. Eberhart Interview + Movie & Book Reviews Sep 03, 2018

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The guys start off by wishing all of the US listeners a Happy Labor Day. Jeff also shares the news that the cover reveal for Audio Assault, the third book in the Codename: Winger series, happens on Monday, September 3 at GayYa.org.

Jeff talks about the past week's powerful performance by Darius and Taylor on So You Think You Can Dance. The guys also review the documentary Rebels on Pointe and the film Saturday Church.

On the book front, Jeff reviews Borrowing Blue by Lucy Lennox and Will reviews Hudson's Luck by Lucy Lennox as well as Pumpkin Spice Omega by Susi Hawke.

Jeff interviews Alexander C. Eberhart about this debut YA novel, There Goes Sunday School. They discuss the inspiration for the book, Alex's author influences and what he likes to read, his writing process and what's coming up next.

Complete shownotes for episode 152 are at BigGayFictionPodcast.com.

Ep 151: Hank Edwards Talks "Critters" & "Fluffers," Joyfully Jay Challenge Month Preview Aug 27, 2018

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The Queer Sacramento Author Collective reading took place on Friday night at the Lavender Library featuring readings from LE Franks, Pat Henshaw, Amy Lane, J. Scott Coatsworth and co-host Jeff Adams.

Crabbypatty is welcomed as the newest patron.

Jay from Joyfully Jay stops by with a preview of the upcoming Reading Challenge Month, which begins September 3. She also recommends books from Tal Bauer, Lee Welch, Amy Lane and N.R. Walker.

Summer movies The Meg, Christopher Robin, Becoming Bond and Crazy Rich Asians are briefly discussed. Jeff talks about his first visit to Rosalind Abel's Lavender Shores with a quick review of The Palisade while Will goes on to review the fourth Shores book, The Shipwreck.

Hank Edwards, our first Coastal Magic Convention Featured Author guest, is here to talk about the latest in his Critter Catchers series as well as the re-release of his Fluffers, Inc.series. He also tells us what he enjoys about Coastal Magic and gives us a look at what's coming next for him. The details on the giveaway he's offering are at the bottom of the shownotes page.

Complete shownotes for episode 151 are at BigGayFictionPodcast.com.

Ep 150: Brian Sloan Discusses "West 40s" + TV & Book Reviews Aug 20, 2018

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This week the podcast celebrates its 150th episode, which features a freshened up introduction and closing by voice artist Derrick McClain.

The guys congratulate the filmmaking team of Jason T. Gaffney, Ed Gaffney and Suzanne Brockmann on Analysis Paralysis getting its world premiere screening at September's Reeling: The Chicago LGBTQ+ International Film Festival.

The documentary Kiki is reviewed. Jeff then reviews Not Your Villain by C.B. Lee and also gives a shoutout to Rhys Ford's upcoming book, Savior. He encourages people to pre-order that ahead of its mid-September release.

Author and filmmaker Brian Sloan is interviewed about his latest project, West 40s. Brian also talks about earlier works, such as his YA novels, the film WTC View and what he currently enjoys watching.

Complete shownotes for episode 150 are at BigGayFictionPodcast.com.

Ep 149: Geoffrey Knight's Adventurers & Billionaires + TV & Book Reviews Aug 13, 2018

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Jeff & Will welcome new listeners who discovered the show because of episode 147 with TJ Klune and Kirt Graves. The guys also announced the show is now available on Spotify.

Sandy is welcomed as a new member of the Patreon community.

The reality crafting series Making It is discussed as are the documentaries When the Beat Drops, about Atlanta's bucking scene, and Light in the Water, which chronicles the history of the West Hollywood Aquatics Club.

Will reviews the cozy mystery Cruel Candy by Mildred Abbott and Jeff reviews Scorpio Hates Virgoby Anyta Sunday.

The guys interview Geoffrey Knight about the Fathom's Five series and My Billionaire series. Geoff also talks about what got him started writing, who some of his author influences are and if the findings from his Why Straight Women Love Gay Romance book still hold true today.

Complete shownotes for episode 149 are at BigGayFictionPodcast.com.

Ep 148: Carrie Pack Discusses "Past Imperfect" + Book Reviews Aug 06, 2018

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Opening this week's show, Jeff announces that he submitted the fourth Codename: Winger book.

Kendra is congratulated as the winner of the Layla Reyne giveaway from episode 146.

The guys talk about the latest Kickstarter from Suzanne Brockmann and Jason T. Gaffney for their upcoming film Out of Body.

Will reviews Kidnapped by the Pirate by Keira Andrews and Jeff reviews Five Minutes Longer by Victoria Sueand There Goes Sunday School by Alexander C. Eberhart.

Jeff interviews Carrie Pack about her latest book, Past Imperfect, as well as her new podcast, Bi Sci Fi. Carrie's also giving away a paperback ARC of Past Imperfect. For a chance to win, listeners should send an email to giveaway@biggayfictionpodcast.com with the word "Past" in the subject line. More details on the giveaway are at the bottom of the shownotes page.

Complete shownotes for episode 148 are at BigGayFictionPodcast.com.

Ep 147: TJ Klune & Kirt Graves Talk "Ravensong" Jul 30, 2018

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This week Jeff interviews TJ Klune and Kirt Graves. Ravensong, the sequel to TJ's best selling Wolfsong, releases on Tuesday, July 31. TJ discusses what readers can look forward to in Ravensong, which takes place before, during and after the events in the first book. TJ also discusses what's still to come in the Green Greek series.

Kirt relates how he got into audiobook narration, how he got the Wolfsong job (which was his first) and the recording of that book. Kirt and TJ also discuss how their collaboration works.

Other topics include what draws readers to Joe and Ox, the length of books and why TJ likes long stories. Both of them discuss what's in their futures as well, including TJ's upcoming The Extraordinaries series and October's The Bones Beneath My Skin.

Complete shownotes for episode 147 are at BigGayFictionPodcast.com.

Ep 146: Layla Reyne talks "Trouble Brewing" + Book & Documentary Reviews Jul 23, 2018

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The show kicks off this week congratulating Suzanne Brockmann, who accepted her Romance Writers of America Lifetime Achievement Award with a powerful speech.

Missy is congratulated as the winner of the free Coastal Magic Convention registration that we gave away back in episode 144.

Jeff gives a shoutout to marInspired for their amazing dance this past week on World of Dance. The guys also discuss the documentaries Making Fun: The Story of Funkoand Bombshell: The Hedy Lamarr Story.

Will reviews The Veranda, the third in Rosalind Abel's Lavender Shores series. Jeff reviews Imperial Stout, the first book in Lalya Reyne's new Trouble Brewing series.

Layla then talks with Jeff about her new series, as well as the Agents Irish & Whiskey series, how she got her start and what's still to come. She's also giving away a mass market paperback copy of Imperial Stout and a $25 Amazon gift card to one lucky listener who sends an email to giveaway@biggayfictionpodcast with the word "Trouble" in the subject line (more details on the giveaway are at the bottom of the shownotes page).

Complete shownotes for episode 146 are at BigGayFictionPodcast.com.

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