This week we visited the cinema to see the highly-anticipated "Small Things Like These". Based on the novella by Claire Keegan, it tells the story of Bill Furlong, a coal man in New Ross, Wexford, "As he does the rounds, he feels the past rising up to meet him - and encounters the complicit silences of a small community controlled by the Church. Claire Keegan’s tender tale of hope and quiet heroism is both a celebration of compassion and a stern rebuke of the sins committed in the name of...

And we're back with our third bookish bants episode. These short and sweet episodes are a series of quick, fun voice notes between Claire and Rebecca, where they ask each other bookish dilemmas, 'Would you rather' and 'Which book would you choose' type questions. - - -Thanks to Helen Becerra for the artwork and Mark Neville for the mixing.Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!):https://uppbeat.io/t/all-good-folks/make-it-work License code: PLGGIGEZMJI9NR3G and...

Aaaand it’s November! How did that happen!?🤯 This week’s episode is one where we talk about cosy reads as the darker and more wintry nights set in as well as being a bit more serious and consider the tradition of Samhain, where we recommend books that we think are reflective reads. Whether you need a hug in a book or would like something to make you think, we’ve got you covered!  This episode features our Bookseller’s Choice segment with Fiona @leafandbower Fiona tells us about her favourite...

This week's episode features an insightful and entertaining interview with Lorna Sixsmith, Author and Dairy Farmer. Her new novel "Country Girl At Heart" weaves together rural life, romance, and the realities of farming. Tune in as Lorna shares insights into her writing journey, the inspiration she draws from her own farm, and why her characters are as grounded as the Irish soil! Don’t miss this one! Books mentioned: Burial Rites by Hannah Kent Written on the Body by Jeanette...

And our bitesize episode is back! For those who have a bit less time on their hands, or just like their podcasts in short-and-sweet format, these episodes are for you! (And all the rest of you bookish people too of course!) So, get your cup of coffee or tea, and enjoy these voicenotes between the gals, asking all of the tough bookish questions ;) - - -Thanks to Helen Becerra for the artwork and Mark Neville for the mixing.Music from #Uppbeat (free for...

This week, Rebecca’s diving into her top spooky, creepy, and downright WTF reads that will leave you sleeping with the lights on! If you're a fan of thrillers, horror and unsettling stories, you won’t want to miss these recommendations. Meanwhile, Claire is tackling the Non-fiction Challenge head-on! She’s giving us an update on her progress and sharing her favourites from the year so far. - - -Thanks to Helen Becerra for the artwork and Mark Neville for the mixing.Music from #Uppbeat (free...

You asked, we answered! We asked our lovely listeners for recommendation requests, and this week we have the first of this series of recommendations hot off the press! In the first half, Claire Recommends A Cosy Christmas Book, A Book Involving a Natural Disaster (from our Reading Prompt Challenge) and a True Crime book. You also get to hear our new segment, Bookseller's Choice, with the always wonderful Fiona from independent bookshop Leaf and Bower in Ballincollig, Co. Cork. Fiona will be...

Join us as we chat with one of your most beloved Bookstagrammers @elaineandthebooks , Elaine Mullane. As a leader of the Banned Books book club, and Stephen King 'We All Float' buddy reads, Elaine deep dives into her love of reading, why she is so impassioned about reading about the experiences of others, and why she thinks books are important places where we find validation about ourselves. We loved catching up with Elaine and we hope that you enjoy our chats as much as we did. Books...

Welcome to our first bite-size episode! Have a wee coffee or tea break, and enjoy these voicenotes between the gals, asking all of the tough bookish questions ;) - - -Thanks to Helen Becerra for the artwork and Mark Neville for the mixing.Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!):https://uppbeat.io/t/all-good-folks/make-it-work License code: PLGGIGEZMJI9NR3G and https://uppbeat.io/t/all-good-folks/funky-junk License code: BZFZTXSSQI4PW6NW --- Follow us on Instagram: @another.chapter.podcast ...

Chapter 2 of Season 3 is off to a great start with a recap on our favourite reads of the summer and a look at our most anticipated reads for the cosy autumn season ahead. With books ranging from Historical Fiction to Nonfiction, Romance to Thrillers, there's bound to be something in this episode that grabs your attention. - - -Thanks to Helen Becerra for the artwork and Mark Neville for the mixing.Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!):https://uppbeat.io/t/all-good-folks/make-it-work...

Did you miss us? After the summer off, Claire and Rebecca are back with a little intro episode for Season 3 of the pod. - - -Thanks to Helen Becerra for the artwork and Mark Neville for the mixing.Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!):https://uppbeat.io/t/all-good-folks/make-it-work License code: PLGGIGEZMJI9NR3G and https://uppbeat.io/t/all-good-folks/funky-junk License code: BZFZTXSSQI4PW6NW --- Follow us on Instagram: @another.chapter.podcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for...

Ever wondered about how much discipline it takes to be a successful writer? In today’s episode we catch up with Wexford native Carmel Harrington and get to know more about the author behind books such as Beyond Grace’s Rainbow, Every Time a Bell Rings, The Girl From Donegal among others, as well as chatting all about her new book The Lighthouse Secret. Not only is she an International Bestseller, several books by Carmel Harrington have also been shortlisted for an Irish Book Award. She is a...

Every wondered what is the best book adaptation? Claire and Rebecca were inspired to make this chatty episode after going to see the stage version of Emma Donoghue's The Pull of the Stars in Dublin recently. They chat about their favourite book to screen/stage adaptations, and which ones they would love to see!In your opinion, what are the best books that became movies (or stage adaptations)? Head over to the pod Insta page to join in with your suggestions :) - - -Thanks to Helen Becerra for...

This chapter sees Claire and Rebecca sit down with fellow Corkonian and indie bookshop owner Fiona from Leaf and Bower. In their first in-person interview, Claire and Rebecca found a special kind of magic in this, where the tea is flowing, laughs are had, and so many books are discussed. The insight into the background of owning a bookshop is so interesting, and Fiona's recommendations are fantastic. We hope you enjoy this chat with Fiona. If you're ever in the vicinity, be sure to check out...

Are you looking for books to read in 2024? Why not take inspiration from Claire and Rebecca as they chat about their 2024 Reading Challenges, the best books of 2024 for them (or, at least, what they've read in 2024!) and generally what they are reading now. - - -Thanks to Helen Becerra for the artwork and Mark Neville for the mixing.Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!):https://uppbeat.io/t/all-good-folks/make-it-work License code: PLGGIGEZMJI9NR3G and...

Sam Blake, a.k.a. Vanessa Fox O' Loughlin, is the creator of Inkwell publishing consultancy group, award-winning online writing magazine Writing.ie, founder of the International crime writing festival Murder One and is well known by most for writing crime novels under the pseudonym Sam Blake. She has taken some precious time out of her no-doubt hectic schedule to speak to Claire and Rebecca about her life in the world of writing. Books mentioned in this episode: "Someone in the Attic" by...

Another chatty episode is in store for Chapter Four of Season Two. Claire and Rebecca chat about recent book post, their current reads and setting up a Cork book club! Books mentioned in this episode: Spot Says Goodnight by Eric Hill Look Out! Hungry Lion by Paul Delaney Look Out! Hungry Snake by Paul Delaney A Child of Books by Oliver Jeffers & Sam Winston Poppy and Sam’s Noisy Train by Sam Taplin The Peppa Pig Official Annual 2023 The Island Home by Libby Page ...

In S.2. Chapter Three enjoy this entertaining interview with Chloe Cowman, a.k.a. Nurse Fancy Pants. Chloe is a much loved Bookstagrammer with a following of over 16 thousand people. She is an award-nominated blogger, a mammy to her beautiful little girl, a nurse, and a full-time promoter of Tiny Joys! Perhaps better known to us as Nurse Fancy Pants, we’re delighted to have Chloe here to chat about her love of reading and life as a well-known bookstagrammer. Books referred to in the...

In S.2. Chapter Two Claire and Rebecca ponder on why Fantasy isn't a more popular genre with people their age, sum up their 2023 favourites and fill us in on their current reading. - - -Thanks to Helen Becerra for the artwork and Mark Neville for the mixing. Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/all-good-folks/make-it-work License code: PLGGIGEZMJI9NR3G and https://uppbeat.io/t/all-good-folks/funky-junk License code: BZFZTXSSQI4PW6NW --- Follow us on Instagram:...

And we're back! In Chapter One of Season Two, Claire and Rebecca chat about what they've been up to since the end of Season One, discuss what they're currently reading and tell listeners about their amazing new competition! - - -Thanks to Helen Becerra for the artwork and Mark Neville for the mixing.Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!):https://uppbeat.io/t/all-good-folks/make-it-work License code: PLGGIGEZMJI9NR3G and https://uppbeat.io/t/all-good-folks/funky-junk License code:...

It's the Season One Finale!! It is Chapter Eighteen, and Claire and Rebecca speak with inspirational small business owner Chloë Enright. Chloë's company "Compassionate Co" focuses on Self-compassion, and she created the unique journal "Your Self Scribbler" to help us all to become more self-compassionate. - - -Thanks to Helen Becerra for the artwork and Mark Neville for the mixing.Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!):https://uppbeat.io/t/all-good-folks/make-it-work License code:...

Chapter Seventeen has Claire and Rebecca chatting with fellow Corkonian, internationally best-selling, award-winning author Catherine Ryan Howard. She has just released her seventh crime thriller "The Trap" and her novels have been translated into 19 other languages. A number of them have been optioned for screen, notably "56 Days" which is currently being developed into a TV series by Amazon Studies and Atomic Monster.Book Recommendations/Mentions: "Jurassic Park" by Michael Crichton"True...

Chapter Sixteen has Claire and Rebecca interviewing the inimitable Rosemary Mac Cabe, writer, podcaster and best-selling author. Irish native Rosemary chats about life in America, writing her debut novel and crowdfunding it into being! Plus, of course, the inspiration for her amazing 'Men-moir' "This is not about you", her dating history and how it brought her to where she is now. Enjoy listening! This episode contains some references of an adult nature, so may not be suitable for all...

We simply had to get chatting about our latest read “This is Not About You” by Rosemary Mac Cabe before our upcoming interview with the author! This book left lots to discuss but this episode is entirely spoiler free should you wish to get a taste of what it’s about! We also get a little SNIPpet of life as a parent (see what we did there!) in the middle of the episode! 𝗕𝗼𝗼𝗸𝘀 𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗲𝗱 𝗶𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗲𝗽𝗶𝘀𝗼𝗱𝗲:⁣⁣“This is Not About You” by Rosemary Mac Cabe “The Perks of Being a Wallflower” by Stephen...