Big Gay Fiction Podcast

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Ep 106: GRL Blog Tour with A.E. Via, Our GRL Preview & More Oct 16, 2017

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Jeff & Will kick off the show talking about Jeff's new book, Tracker Hacker, which releases on Tuesday, October 17. They discuss the blog tour, how he's been creating posts, and the promo video he shot.

Brandilyn stops by with recommendations with a spotlight on Felice Stevens.

Jeff reviews the new anthology Myths, Moons & Mayhem: Paranormal Gay Menage and Erotic Romance, which was collected by Dale Cameron Lowry. The guys also review the YouTube show Danny The Manny.

This week's GayRomLit Retreat is previewed as the guys discuss the schedule of events they're participating in as well as what they are looking forward to. The podcast will have several special broadcasts and listeners should keep an eye on Facebook and Twitter for specific details.

The 2017 GRL Blog Tour wraps up with A.E. Via who discusses her new book, her first foray into paranormal, and talks about her venture into publishing new authors. She also got a giveaway for the new book along with a swag pack.

Complete shownotes for episode 106 are at BigGayFictionPodcast.com.

Ep 105: GRL Blog Tour with Meghan Maslow, Dani with Author & Book Recs & More Oct 09, 2017

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Jeff & Will kick off the show talking about their writing activities for the week before revealing they they are not going to be able to attend Read with Pride Northwest as they'd planned to.

National Coming Out day is Wednesday, October 11 and they discussed why the day continues to be important. They also announced a second book is coming from the Promised Land creators. The Kickstarter for Maiden Voyage begins October 11 and they encouraged listeners to back the project.

New patron Dee was welcomed.

Dani from Love Bytes Reviews joins the show to discuss a number of authors she's been reading lately that she's enjoyed, plus two books that are coming up soon that she's looking forward to.

Jeff reviews The Lawrence Brown Affair and The Ruin of a Rake, both by Cat Sebastian, as well as the recently released gay hockey romance charity anthology Changing on the Fly: The Second Period. Will reviews City Boy by A. E. Wasp.

The 2017 GRL Blog Tour continues with Meghan Maslow who discusses her new book (which she's giving away to one lucky listener) and tells us what she loves about going to GayRomLit.

Complete shownotes for episode 105 are at BigGayFictionPodcast.com.

Ep 104: Marshall Thornton & Joel Leslie Talk "Femme," Christina's Debut Author Spotlight & More Oct 02, 2017

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The podcast begins with a recap of what Jeff's been up to as he works on various aspects of three Codename: Winger books.

The charity anthology Changing on the Fly: The Second Period, which benefits the You Can Play project, releases on October 4. The anthology features four terrific new stories by Jeff, Heather Lire, V.L. Locey and RJ Scott.

The guys briefly recapped their trip to Sacramento, where they'll likely move in 2018.

Jeff & Will congratulate Derek & Romaine for winning Best LGBTQ Podcast in the 12th Annual People's Choice Podcast Awards. They also give a shout out to one of their new favorite podcasts, Talk of the Toon, which recaps Masters of the Universe episodes.

Christina from Christina Bookshelf stops by to talk about her recent focus on debut authors.

Jeff & Will review the Matthew Bourne production of The Red Shoes, which just wrapped up its U.S. premiere in Los Angeles.

Jeff talks to Author Marshall Thornton and voice artist Joel Leslie about their collaboration on the audiobook of Femme, Marshall's 2016 novel that was nominated as Best Gay Romance at the Lambda Literary Awards. They also discuss what Marshall and Joel have coming up next.

Complete shownotes for episode 104 are at BigGayFictionPodcast.com.

Ep 103: GRL Blog Tour with Addison Albright, Banned Book Week & More Sep 25, 2017

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Jeff & Will kick off the show with no news since they recorded in advance while they're away.

The American Library Associations' Banned Book Week runs September 24-30 and the guys talk about some of the 2016 stats on banned books. Jeff also discusses one of the books on the top 10 list that he's read, David Levithan's Two Boys Kissing.

Lisa from The Novel Approach talks with Jeff about what the blog is planning for Banned Book Week and also offers up a couple of book recommendations.

Will reviews The Ruin of a Rake by Cat Sebastian. Jeff & Will also review the French coming-of-age film, Being 17.

Addison Albright stops by as part of the 2017 GRL Blog Tour. She talks about her Vows Box Set along with the arrival of Til Death Do Us Part on audiobook. She's also got a giveaway for listeners.

Complete shownotes for episode 103 are at BigGayFictionPodcast.com.

Ep 102: Suzanne Brockmann Interview & More Sep 18, 2017

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The podcast begins with a tribute to Edith Windsor, the LGBTQ activist whose Supreme Court case legalized marriage equality in the U.S.

Jeff talks more about the editing that went on in the past week.

Jeff reviews the new Love & Luck Podcast that premieres this week. It's a fictional radio play podcast that focuses on the romance between Kane and Jason. The guys also discuss the film Handsome Devil, a coming of age / sports / find your own voice movie.

Suzanne Brockmann returns to the show. This time she discusses her author journey, which includes making sure her son could find himself in her books.

Complete shownotes for episode 102 are at BigGayFictionPodcast.com.

Ep 101: GRL Blog Tour with Posy Roberts, "Where the Bears Are" & More Sep 11, 2017

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Jeff & Will kick off the show talking about the edits they worked over the past week. Will equates the editing on The Hockey Player's Heart to having to re-knit a sweater.

Jeff mentions the cover reveal for the Changing on the Fly: The Second Period anthology is coming up on Wednesday, September 13 on the authors's websites. They guys also discuss their upcoming appearance on the LeftofStr8 podcast, which airs on Monday, September 11.

Jeff talks about Cycle for the Cause, the Northeast AIDS Ride, which happens this coming weekend. It's the final week for fundraising.

Will reviews Taming Teddy by Lucy Lennox. The guys rave about the first three episodes of Where the Bears Are Season Six. They also revisit Amazon's The Last Tycoon and talk about how they've fallen for Outlander on Starz as they recently starting viewing from season one.

Posy Roberts stops by as part of the 2017 GRL Blog Tour. Posy discusses what she's been up to since last GRL and what's coming up for her writing. She's also got a giveaway for podcast listeners.

Complete shownotes for episode 101 are at BigGayFictionPodcast.com.

Ep 100: Extra-Special 100th Episode Celebration Spectacular Special with Andrew Grey Sep 04, 2017

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Jeff and Will kick off the 100th episode with champagne and a reflection on the podcast milestone as well as the announcement that they are giving away a Dreamspinner Press $100 gift card to celebrate, courtesy of Dreamspinner Press. They also toast their 20th marriage anniversary, which comes up on September 7.

Jeff updates on the progress he's making boosting his word count using Dragon Dictation for transcriptions.

Will reviews the books Owning It by Devon McCormack and Riley Hart and Off Base by Annabeth Albert. Jeff also discusses K.C. Wells's Out of the Shadows.

Jeff interviews best-selling author Andrew Grey. They start off talking about Andrew receiving the RWA Centennial Award this year for publishing 100 books as well as his new book, Never Let You Go, which comes out this week. Andrew also talks about how he got started writing, where he gets his ideas and how he keeps up his writing pace.

Complete shownotes for episode 100, plus the chance to win the Dreamspinner Press gift card, are at BigGayFictionPodcast.com.

Ep 99: GRL Blog Tour with Trina Lane, Joyfully Jay's Reading Challenge Month & More Aug 28, 2017

Show notes

Jeff & Will kick off the show talking about the edits they worked on this week for both their co-written book, The Hockey Player's Heart and Jeff's second Codename: Winger book. Jeff also talked about the results he got using the transcription functions in Dragon Dictation software.

Jeff encouraged listeners to donate to Cycle for the Cause for this year.

Jay from Joyfully Jay talked with Jeff about the details for the blog's Reading Challenge Month, which kicks off September 4. She also recommended books by E.J. Russell and Eden Winters. They guys also talked about the reading categories and how they might fill them.

Will highlighted the recently released books in the new Dreamspun Beyond line. Jeff reviewed the audio book of Martin Wilson's We Now Return to Regular Life. He also talked about a couple summertime viewing options with ABC's reboot of Battle of the Network Stars and CBS's asteroid thriller with a pretty cast, Salvation.

Trina Lane stopped by as part of the 2017 GRL Blog Tour to talk about her upcoming release of An Imperfect Union as well as what she's looking forward to at this year's retreat.

Complete shownotes for episode 99 are at BigGayFictionPodcast.com.

Ep 98: K.C. Wells Interview & More Aug 21, 2017

Show notes

Jeff and Will start with a recap of their week, including trying to read two books at once, how Jeff's doing with Dragon Dictation and two sets of edits arriving at the same time.

They congratulate the winners who received a copy of Bru Baker's audiobook of Tall, Dark & Deported and they provide a recap of the menage/poly recommendations that listeners provided.

The podcast has been nominated in the 12th Annual People's Choice Podcast Awards. Jeff discusses this year's Cycle for the Cause ride and asks for donations to support the LGBT Center's critical HIV/AIDS programs. Listeners are also reminded about the RGRTransAwareEvent that continues at Rainbow Gold Reviews through August 27.

The guys discuss Amazon's original series, The Last Tycoon before Will reviews Out of the Shadows, the latest book from K.C. Wells, who then joins them for an interview. K.C. talks about her books, plot bunnies, writing style and the place where two fans once discovered her while she was working on a book.

Complete shownotes for episode 98 are at BigGayFictionPodcast.com.

Ep 97: GRL Blog Tour with Alex Miska, Trans Aware Week & More Aug 14, 2017

Show notes

Jeff opens the show talking about his experience with Dragon Dictation during the past week.

Bethany from Rainbow Gold Reviews is welcomed to the show and gives details on the RGR Trans Aware Week that runs from August 14 through 27.

Jeff & Will both review Clare London's Romancing the Ugly Duckling, which was performed by Joel Leslie. Then Jeff's reviews Something Like Spring by Jay Bell and performed by Kevin R. Free. Turning to movies, they guys talk about the noir thriller Kiss Me, Kill Me and the documentary Dancer. Will continues the film discussion with Get Out and documentary Doomed.

Jeff interviews Alex Miska as part of the 2017 GRL Blog Tour. Alex talks about her Moore Romance series as well as what she's looking forward to at GRL and what to expect from her later this year.

Complete shownotes for episode 97 are at BigGayFictionPodcast.com.

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