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Authors & Espresso is where storytelling meets self-publishing. Hosted by author and legal coach Nadia Gilkes, this podcast brings you inspiring conversations with indie authors, practical tips for navigating the self-publishing journey, and insights to help you turn your writing dreams into reality. Whether you’re drafting your first manuscript, launching your latest book, or simply love discovering new voices, pull up a chair and join us for your weekly dose of creativity, community, and caffeine.
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Face-to-Face Wins: Festival Table Strategies for Authors
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May 26, 2026 |
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Grief, Burnout, and the Pause Between Episodes
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May 15, 2026 |
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Live, Love, Give: Minerva Honkala’s 365-Day Devotional Journey
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Apr 28, 2026 |
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ISBNs Explained: Own Your Book’s Identity
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Apr 20, 2026 |
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Grace Over Grind: Autism Parenting, Advocacy, and Rest as Strategy
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Apr 14, 2026 |
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Inside Amazon’s AI Audiobook Beta: My Hands-On Test
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Apr 08, 2026 |
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From Page to Playback: How AI is Changing Audiobooks
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Apr 07, 2026 |
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Turning Experience into Impact: Love, Legacy & Writing Before Forever with Nadia Gilkes
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Mar 31, 2026 |
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You Had Me at No: How Boundaries Save Your Sanity
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Mar 24, 2026 |
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The Belonging Paradox: A Renaissance Woman’s Guide to Finding Your Place
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Mar 10, 2026 |
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When Book Covers Make You Cry: A Self-Publisher’s Cover Journey
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Mar 03, 2026 |
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Authors & Espresso: February Recap — Black Voices & Bold Stories
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Feb 24, 2026 |
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Greetings, Happy People: Leadership Lessons from Jesse Oakley, III
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Feb 17, 2026 |
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Get Un-FEC'd & Lead: How Human Connection Powers Lasting Change
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Feb 10, 2026 |
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Behind the Smile — Rhonda Green on Depression, Resilience & Healing
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Feb 03, 2026 |
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Lost at Sea, Found His Voice: Len Tran’s Journey to Freedom
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Jan 27, 2026 |
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Red Pen to Release: A Practical Editing Blueprint for Authors
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Jan 20, 2026 |
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From CNA to Boardroom: Leading with Heart in Healthcare
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Jan 13, 2026 |
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Year-End Rewind: Authors & Espresso — Highlights, Guests & Goals for 2026
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Dec 31, 2025 |
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Keeping Promises, Making Space: Verde Arzu’s Quest to Celebrate Black Queer Stories
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Dec 23, 2025 |
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The Benefit of the Ex: Finding Beauty in Breakups
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Dec 12, 2025 |
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Keys to the Journey: Coaching, College, and Career Readiness w/ Kala Gause
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Dec 09, 2025 |
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Coach: Mediator of Dreams, Destroyer of Generations — The Jerry “Bobo” Mason Story
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Dec 05, 2025 |
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From Reflection to Manifestation: A Mini Vision Board Guide
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Dec 02, 2025 |
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From Engineer to Eloquence: Diane Windingland’s Journey to Confident Speaking
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Nov 25, 2025 |
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Why the World Needs Your Story — Sheila Kennedy Festival Keynote
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Nov 21, 2025 |
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From Death to Birth: A Daughter’s Tribute and Journey
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Nov 11, 2025 |
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Change Your Scenery, Ignite Your Story
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Nov 04, 2025 |
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Unveiling Black History: Filling the Gaps in the American Education System
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Oct 28, 2025 |
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Love, Loss, and Legacy: Anthony K. Robinson’s Festival Flashback
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Oct 24, 2025 |
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Braces, Books, and Breakthroughs: Week 9 Podcast Recap
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Oct 21, 2025 |
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Breaking the Silence: Susan Johnson’s Bipolar Journey
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Oct 17, 2025 |
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Lessons from the Music Room: Cheryl Baker on Teaching, Writing, and Survival
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Oct 14, 2025 |
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Sumo Wrestlers and Supermodels: Rethinking Education for Black Children
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Oct 10, 2025 |
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Find the Time: How to Organize Your Day for Writing Success
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Oct 07, 2025 |
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HBCU Pride & A Father's Call: Dr. Shafeeq Ameen on Education and Healing
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Oct 03, 2025 |
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Eavesdrop, Connect, Capture: Quick Tips to Jumpstart Your Writing
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Sep 30, 2025 |
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Mia Thaw: The Future Whispers - Sci‑Fi for the Non‑Sci‑Fi Reader
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Sep 26, 2025 |
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From Pain to Publisher: Sheila Kennedy’s Self-Publishing Playbook
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Sep 23, 2025 |
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Rainbow Revisited: A Black Queer Love Story
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Sep 19, 2025 |
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Write What You Know: Kickstart Your Book Today
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Sep 16, 2025 |
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The Pain of a Man: Healing, Courage, and CPR
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Sep 12, 2025 |
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On This Rock — Church Secrets That Shake a Family
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Sep 09, 2025 |
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Qiana’s Braids: A Salon Story of Pride and Power
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Sep 05, 2025 |
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Tell Yourself Yes: The Indie-Publishing Journey
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Sep 02, 2025 |
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NaNoWriMo Is No Mo — But We Journey On
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Aug 31, 2025 |
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Authors & Espresso — Launch Episode: Celebrating an Authorversary
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Aug 27, 2025 |