Welcome back to another magical episode of In-Between the Interview Review!This week, Scott dives into the witchy, cozy, and emotionally rich romantasy Spell Ya Later by Zoe Shae. If you love found-family magic, sweet romance, witchy vibes, and characters who grow into their power, this episode, and this book is for you.
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In this episode, Scott dives headfirst into the wildly creative, spicy, and laugh-out-loud world of Fated Frenzy by Why-Choose queen GiGi Zarbi.What happens when a thirty-two-year-old book-loving introvert gets recruited for a planetary matchmaking program featuring six potential mates, who all happen to be magical, monstrous, or alien in the best ways?
Chaos. Romance. Spice.And a whole lot of intergalactic fun.
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In today’s episode, Scott sits down with debut author Heather Fox to dive into the magic, emotion, and intimate character work behind her romantasy novel Lost Heart of Erythia.Heather shares the five-year journey that brought this world to life, the self-growth woven into her characters, and the deeper meaning behind the novel’s unforgettable ending.
We explore Wesley and Nolan’s connection, the fading magic of Erythia, and the personal inspirations that shaped Heather as a writer. Listeners will get a close look at her creative process, her indie publishing experience, and the heart that drives her storytelling.
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In this heartwarming episode of Scott’s Table, host Scott Plemmons sits down with Carolyn G. Beus, the no-spice romance author behind Thanks for Nothing, a cozy, opposites-attract love story set in Calvert County, Maryland.
Together, they explore the inspiration behind Roxy and Adam’s unlikely romance, how Carolyn crafts emotional tension without spice, and the magic of finding connection when life feels a little out of sync. Carolyn also opens up about her writing journey, balancing creativity with family life, and why she believes every story deserves its happy ending.
Whether you’re a fan of small-town charm, heartfelt characters, or slow-burn love that makes you smile, this episode will remind you that sometimes the best stories start with a little Thanks for Nothing.
Thanks for Nothing by Carolyn G. BeusAn age-gap, opposites-attract romance between an upbeat artist and a straight-laced OBGYN who discover that love might be the one thing they have in common
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Small Business Spotlight – Booked with Brie
This week’s Small Business Spotlight goes to Booked with Brie, a passionate bookish creator who shines a light on indie authors and shares thoughtful, cozy content that inspires readers to fall in love with new stories. She does the work so authors can focus on their words.
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In this episode, Scott dives into Lost in the Meantime, a heartfelt contemporary romance that explores heartbreak, healing, and rediscovering yourself when life falls apart.
We meet Juliette Grace, a woman trying to piece her life back together after betrayal and loss. Everything changes when she meets Jackson Daniel, not in person, but through a gaming headset. What starts as an escape quickly becomes something deeper, as two strangers find comfort in each other’s broken pieces.
Allasandra Buckner captures the raw emotions of love after loss with honesty and grace. This isn’t a fairytale; it’s real, imperfect, and beautifully human. Scott discusses how the author blends grief, connection, and hope into a story that reminds us healing doesn’t follow a straight line, and sometimes, love shows up when you least expect it.
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In this powerful episode of Scott’s Table, Roosevelt Sargent joins us to share the raw, redemptive, and deeply inspiring story behind his memoir Victorious Underdog. Born into a world shaped by violence, drugs, poverty, and instability, Roosevelt’s early life seemed destined for tragedy. But through faith, resilience, and an encounter that changed everything, he rewrote the ending that society predicted for him.
We dive into his memoir, his childhood experiences, the life-changing transformation that set him on a new path, and the journey of turning his pain into purpose. Roosevelt opens up about the writing process, reliving trauma, empowering others through his platform, and the message he hopes readers carry with them.
This is an episode about grit, redemption, healing, and the victory that comes from refusing to be defined by your past.
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www.rooseveltsargentspeaks.com
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Set in 1989, High School Epic takes listeners straight back to mixtapes, Walkmans, and the emotional chaos of teenage life. In this episode, Scott dives into Hannah R. Goodman’s heartfelt coming-of-age story that blends humor, heartbreak, and the awkward in-betweens of growing up.
At its core is Dani Fetter, a girl searching for connection after her father’s disappearance. As old friends drift toward popularity and new ones bring both comfort and betrayal, Dani learns what it truly means to grow, to fall, and to get back up again.
Told through letters and narrative chapters, this story captures that universal feeling of being sixteen and trying to figure out who you are while the world keeps spinning around you.
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In this darkly captivating episode, Scott sits down with Christine Roi, author of the Black Fates Series, a romantic-suspense saga that blends passion, power, and peril in the underworld of Los Angeles. From the killer precision of Nemesis to the emotional depth of Sworn in Blood and the haunting transformation of Poisoned Soul, Christine walks us through Lilith Caccia’s journey and teases what’s coming in Black Fates Four, arriving February 2026.
Together, they talk assassins and morality, family and revenge, and the addictive pull of writing dangerous love stories that refuse to let go.
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Book: Shared Hearts
Author: Leigh Jack
Pages: 282
Genre: Romantic Thriller / Small Town Suspense
Themes:
Type 1 Diabetes representation
Teacher/police realism
Found family and sisterhood
Slow burn / friends-to-lovers
Mystery and danger
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www.leighjack.com@AuthorLeighJack
In this powerful and reflective episode of Scott’s Table, host Scott Plemmons sits down with Debby Show, author of the autobiographical family drama Paper Roses. Blending truth and fiction, Debby’s debut novel explores how the echoes of family secrets, betrayal, and generational trauma shape who we become.
Through the story of Abigail, a woman confronting the legacy of her sister’s crimes and the ghosts of her family’s past, Paper Roses moves from 1940s Morocco to modern-day California, revealing how love and loss weave through generations.
Together, Scott and Debby dive deep into the process of turning personal history into fiction, the emotional work of writing about family, and how stories can become pathways to healing and understanding.
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In this episode, I dive into Forever After Never by L.J. Florence, a debut romance that’s funny, heartfelt, and absolutely unforgettable. With the perfect blend of sass, tension, and vulnerability, this story proves that sometimes love really does hit you when you least expect it… literally. 💘
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In this cozy return to Scott’s Table, we’re welcoming back fan-favorite author Sarah Madeline, and this time, she's bringing holiday cheer, cookie competitions, and the slowest of slow-burns in her latest rom-com, A Merry Pair.
Best friends Mason Cleary and Olive Watson have been dodging feelings (and matchmaking mothers) their whole lives, until family pressure and a couples-only town event push them into a fake relationship just in time for the holidays. Will they survive the cookie chaos with their friendship intact... or end up baking up something a little sweeter?
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Start with Book One:A Fowl Match
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We’re heading back to the cozy, cookie-filled town of Thornwood Valley for Sarah Madeline’s latest holiday rom-com, A Merry Pair. This episode is extra special, joining me at the table is Sarah Moore, author of In the Absence of Blood, The Mirror, and the soon-to-be-released Moonborn. Both lifelong fans of Sarah Madeline’s warm, witty writing, Scott and Sarah sit down to gush about Mason and Olive’s slow-burn fake-dating romance, the magic of small-town holidays, and all the laugh-out-loud, swoon-worthy moments that make A Merry Pair the perfect cozy read for the season.
Together, we share what we loved most about the book, from the playful banter and golden-retriever MMC energy to the themes of friendship, family, and finding love right where it’s always been. Expect laughs, heartfelt conversation, and maybe a little friendly debate over who deserves the title of “Thornwood Valley’s Sweetheart.”
Grab the Book:(November 1st)
Start with Book One:A Fowl Match
Connect with Sarah Madeline:Linktree with all her socials & shop
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In this episode of Scott’s Table, author and conservation advocate Leokadia George joins us to talk about her newest release, Trumpet the Miracle Wolf Pup: Trumpet Becomes a Mom, coming October 7, 2025. Inspired by her volunteer work at the Wolf Conservation Center, Leokadia brings to life the story of Trumpet, a critically endangered Mexican Gray Wolf, as she embarks on a new chapter: starting her own family.
We dive into the inspiration behind the Trumpet series, the importance of wolf conservation, and the lessons children can learn about family, resilience, and the natural world. Leokadia also shares her journey as a volunteer-turned-author, and why stories like Trumpet’s are vital for future generations.
This week’s Small Business Spotlight is BookBuzz PR, the cozy corner of support every indie author deserves.
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Trumpet the Miracle Wolf Pup: Trumpet Becomes a Mom
Trumpet the Miracle Wolf Pup: Trumpet Grows Up
Trumpet the Miracle Wolf Pup: Trumpet Finds Love
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Welcome back to In-Between the Interview Review, where we dive into the stories that keep us awake long after “just one more chapter.” This week’s episode takes a dark and emotional turn with Fallen Idols, book one of the Fallen Favorites series by Amelia Rose, a gripping paranormal fantasy full of danger, resilience, and slow-burn connection.
Trigger Warning: The opening chapters include scenes of violence and assault. Amelia handles these moments with sensitivity and purpose, but readers should be aware before starting.
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Pull up a chair as I chat with Crystal Shell, bestselling romance author and creator of Fractured Fates , book one of The Shadowfen Chronicles. We dive into witches, vampires, shifters, and a prophecy that could unravel the world. Plus, today’s Small Business Spotlight shines on Booked with Brie, the cozy corner for every indie author’s publishing journey.
Until next time, keep reading, keep supporting indie authors, and remember: life’s complicated, but not as complicated as falling for two supernatural alphas.
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Welcome back to another In-Between the Interview Review! In this episode, I dive into Love Among the Wildflowers by Ciara Turner, a beautifully written sapphic second-chance romance that sweeps you into the Andes and into the hearts of two unforgettable women.
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Welcome back to Scott’s Table! In this episode, I’m joined by Sarah Moore, the author of Moonborn, Book One of The Westmorrow Saga.
Moonborn is a gothic romantasy filled with curses, rebellion, and star-crossed bonds that test the strength of family and the pull of destiny. At its heart lies Gwendolyn, a daughter torn between her father’s legacy, the cruel traditions of the Royals, and the dangerous allure of a forbidden connection.
If you’re a fan of gothic fantasy, deep emotional bonds, and stories that blend heart with haunting atmosphere, this is an episode you won’t want to miss.
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Small Business Spotlight: Daisy Ridge, a family-run shop transforming everyday items into unique, laser-etched keepsakes.
In this In-Between the Interview Review, Scott dives into Pounded by Produce by G.M. Fairy, a spicy, hilarious, and surprisingly heartfelt romance about two priests cursed to live as a tomato and a cucumber by night, and the cook who changes everything.
What starts as sentient-vegetable chaos quickly becomes a story about soulmates, forbidden desire, and breaking free from vows and expectations. With humor, heart, and G.M. Fairy’s trademark out-of-the-box storytelling, this one is as entertaining as it is unforgettable.
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In this episode of Scott’s Table, I sit down with author Xavier Ndukwe to talk about his sci-fi thriller, The Unassuming Vector. This novel follows the journey of Gaston — a gifted young mind navigating grief, discovery, and the hidden costs of knowledge — all while uncovering secrets that blur the line between science and suspense.
We’ll dive into the inspiration behind the book, the creation of Gaston as a complex protagonist, and the themes that make this story stand out. Along the way, Xavier shares insights into his writing journey, balancing scientific depth with fast-paced storytelling, and what readers can expect next.
Plus, don’t miss our Small Business Spotlight featuring The Crafty Bookstore, a cozy shop that champions readers and indie authors alike.
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Celebrate stories, creativity, and community with this charming bookstore that supports both readers and indie authors.