Join us for a fun and fiery conversation with J.L. Birchwood, microbiologist by day and genre-hopping novelist by night, as we dive into her debut romance, Power Ballad: A Mayhem Festival Romance. Set against the backdrop of a heavy metal festival, this book turns up the volume on love, music, and unexpected chemistry.

In this episode, we talk about:

• How Birchwood began writing fiction during the pandemic

• Why a metal festival made the perfect setting for a love story

• The inspiration behind her fierce protagonist, Delilah

• The challenges of blending romance with rock

• Her writing process, self-publishing and marketing tips

💻 Learn more at booksbybirchwood.com 📚 Find her books at Kensington Row Bookshop

Whether you're into headbanging or heartfelt stories, this one’s for you. 🎧 Listen now and turn it up!

Join us for an inspiring conversation with Lindsey Van Wagner—author of Spirit Vigilante: Sharing My Truth to Help You Live Yours. Lindsey opens up about her journey of healing, authenticity, and empowerment. Learn what it means to become a “spirit vigilante,” how to break through internal blocks, and why physical wellness is essential to living your truth.

Books available at Kensington Row Bookshop. Connect with Lindsey:

✨ Books available at Kensington Row Bookshop 🌐 thespiritvigilante.com 📲 Instagram.com/spiritvigilante

In this episode, we sit down with Jameson Keys—business development pro, former ESL instructor, and author of the suspenseful debut The Vanishing Ballerina. Jameson shares how his path led from teaching and podcasting to fiction writing, and what inspired the creation of ex-NYPD detective Bobby Bocchini.

We dive into the book’s powerful themes, the meaning behind its haunting title, and how co-hosting the true crime podcast What We Lose in the Shadows with his daughter influences his writing.

He also talks about his advocacy for public libraries, creative hobbies, and what’s next for Bobby Bocchini.

📚 Grab your copy locally at Kensington Row Bookshop ✍️ Meet Jameson and get your book signed at Day of the Book Festival 🔗 More info at jamesonkeys.com