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Happy October, dear friends, Thorne Manor and Other Bizarre Tales takes readers on a descent into madness, where haunted people and sinister places conceal a world far darker than it appears. Sponsored by Modern History Press, Moravian Sons Distillery, Doc Chavent Beneath the surface of ordinary reality lurk occult forces, dangerous beliefs, and terrifying energies—waiting to be unleashed. Dare to enter a world where nothing is truly normal, and fear is only the beginning. Seven page-turning tales appear in this collection. Listen to Diane's reading on https://www.amazon.com/arya/webplayer?asin=B0H9BGJ24H&marketplaceId=ATVPDKIKX0DER&amazonAsin=B0H9BDGLMB&useRelativeUrl=true&initialCPLaunch=true&isSample=true&isHomesteadCaller=true&isMobile=false&ref_=adbl_dp_dt_cloudplayer_anon for a chance to win a signed copy of her book. Copyright (c) 2026. Emma Blogs, LLC. All rights reserved.

Larry Jorgensen considers himself an old news dog, with experience in both weekly and daily newspapers, writing, reporting and photography.  Sponsored by Modern History Press, Lowell author Jeff Ostrander, Moravian Sons Distillery and Doc Chavent.   "Turkey Creek's mineral springs are a treasured part of Louisiana's heritage reminding us of a time when people traveled from near and far to experience the healing waters and hospitality of our community. Hot Wells and Other Mysterious Louisiana Waters preserves that remarkable history."   Heather Cloud, Louisiana State Senator,  District 28   Listen in for a chance to win a signed copy of Hot Wells. Copyright (c) 2026. Emma Blogs, LLC. All rights reserved.

A seasoned Bible teacher, inspiring speaker and award-winning author, Lisa Lewis Koster challenges, encourages and equips audiences to find the abundant life awaiting them in the pages of God's Word. Sponsored by Lowell author Jeff Ostrander, @Moravian Sons Distillery, Doc Chavent She has the unique ability of teaching with a depth appreciated by seasoned Christians yet easily understood by those new in their faith. Lisa's passion is to introduce simple tools that, when utilized, will deliver a deeper level of understanding to even what may have been familiar Scripture. Listen in for a chance to win a signed copy of Enough Coopyright (c) 2026. All rights reserved. Emma Blogs, LLC.

Eric Anderson is a substitute teacher by day and the founder of Nerd Chapel by night. He has a B.A. in Biblical Studies and Christian Ministries from Taylor University Fort Wayne. His hobbies include reading, board games, swing dancing, and watching television/movies. Sponsored by Lowell author Jeff Ostrander, @Moravian Sons Distillery, Doc Chavent   Read more of his thoughts at www.nerdchapel.com where you can also learn about the Nerd Chapel schedule which includes convention appearances and board gaming events. He is one of the co-writers of the 42 Series of nerd devotionals: 42: Discovering Faith through Fandom, The New 42: God Terraforms All Things, and The Fantastic 42: A Fellowship Facing Doom with Hope. He wrote Dead False Gods: An Unauthorized Christian Reflection on Stargate SG-1; which looks at the show Stargate through the lens of scripture. He also contributed three entries to Finding God in Anime Vol. 3. You can follow Nerd Chapel on Facebook and Instagram. Listen in for a chance to win a signed copy od Dead False Gods. Copyright (c) 2026. All Rights Reserved. Emma Blogs, LLC.

“The external deserts in the world are growing, because the internal deserts have become so vast. For this reason, the ecological crisis is also a summons to profound interior conversion. " This quote from Pope Francis inspired Sister Damien Marie Savino, FSE to pen her first solo book Learning the Language of Creation. Sponsored by Lowell author Jeff Ostrander, @Moravian Sons Distillery, Doc Chavent Listen in for a chance to win a signed copy of Learning the Language of Creation. Copyright (c) 2026. Emma Blogs, All rights reserved.

Happy Labor Day weekend! Welcome back to a brand new season of For the Love of Books Podcast. Lowell-based author Jeff Ostrander relied heavily on the past as his main character in Womb of Souls is portrayed by protagonist Abraham Marsh. The inciting incident to create the novel was a scene of a dad running into a burning cabin to save his family while getting seriously injured. Sponsored by Jeff Ostrander, Moravian Sons Distillery and Doc Chavent. “I saw a picture in my mind of a father running into a burning house to save his kids. I knew he came out terribly hurt, but the rest I had to learn as the story progressed,” Ostrander said. “It was interesting to consider what would happen to a strong, handsome young man who suddenly found himself a weak, disfigured and lonely man. Does the value of life remain when all that brought him joy was torn away?” Listen in  for a chance to win a signed copy of Womb of Souls. Copyright (c)2026 Emma Bllogs, LLC.  All rights reserved.

Close to 200 vendors will set up at Fitzgerald Park for the 53rd Annual Island Art Fair @the Ledges for a unique event with a long tradition.   Fair organizer Stephene Lapp talks about some of the fair highlights, joys and balancing artists, authors, crafters, musicians, food vendors and community organizations.  Copyright (c) 2026. Emma Blogs, LLC.

Michigan authors Jean Davis and Eric Anderson share their festival insights in this special episode about the Lakeshore Art Festival in downtown Muskegon. Sponsored by Moravian Sons Distillery and Doc Chavent. Copyright (c) 2026. Emma Blogs, LLC. All rights reserved.

The 10th annual U.P. Reader published by Modern History Press is a hefty magazine sponsored by the Upper Peninsula Publishers and Authors Association (UPPAA). This amazing collection of seventy-plus short works takes readers on a road trip from the Keweenaw to the Soo and from Menominee to Ironwood. Sponsored by Modern History Press, @Moravian Sons Distillery and Doc Chavent. Listen in for a chance to win the book podcast giveaway. Copyright (c)2026. Emma Blogs, LLC. All rights reserved.

Raised by Silence: Surviving Narcissistic Parents & Ending the Cycle tells the story of breaking free from emotional abuse, manipulation, and generational trauma. Through personal experiences and practical insight, Jennifer Montiel explores the lasting effects of narcissistic parenting while offering hope to those searching for healing. Sponsored by Jennifer Montiel, @Moravian Sons Distillery and Doc Chavent. This award winning book encourages readers to recognize unhealthy patterns, establish healthy boundaries, and build a future defined by resilience instead of fear. Listen in for a chance to win a signed copy of Raised by Silence. Copyright (c) 2026. All Rights Reserved. Emma Blogs, LLC.

To start, this book was written with Love for all those that were there and are still here to help and support us, pick us up, help carry the burden, cry and grieve with us, each and every day. Sponsored by @Moravian Sons Distillery and Doc Chavent. This book was not intended to point fingers at anyone. We know that everyone, no matter what they said or did, had positive intentions as they helped us in the grieving process. They genuinely wanted to help in some way. We know it was all done out of love. We recognize this and appreciate you helping us walk through these uncharted waters. Listen in for a chance to win a signed copy of What NOT to Say to People Who are Grieving. Copyright (c)2026. Emma Blogs, LLC. All rights reserved.

Deborah Frontiera’s Living on Sisu: The 1913 Union Copper Strike Tragedy is a compelling novel for young adult readers which follows the adventures and experiences of twelve-year-old Emma Neimi and her family and community who are caught up in the 1913-14 strike in thecopper district of Michigan’s Keweenaw Peninsula. Sponsored by Modern History Press, Moravian Sons Distillery @moraviansons and Doc Chavent. Frontiera has done an excellent job of exploring the history of the strike through Emma’s diary which follows all the key event and issues in the strike, including the false call of fire which caused the death of seventy-three (sic.), primarily children of those attending a Christmas Eve party for strikers’ families.  An audio book is also available. Listen in for a chance to win a signed copy of Living on Sisu. Copyright (c) 2026. Emma Blogs, LLC. All rights reserved.

Elijah Bennet was perfectly content with his life and running the family’s pizzeria until Darcy Fitzgerald walked into Pizza Palace. She may have only ordered a slice of pie, but she pulls Elijah into a whirlwind of unexpected attraction. Sponsored by @Moravian Sons Distillery and Doc Chavent   As their relationship heats up, Elijah finds himself daring to want more than he ever has before. Worlds collide and pepperonis fly as he is forced to decide if love is truly all a person needs to be happy. Pizza Guise is West’s second novel in verse and is a modern reimagining of her favorite Jane Austen novel Pride and Prejudice.   Listen in for a chance to win a signed copy of Pizza Guise. Copyright (c) 2026. Emma Blogs, LLC.

Frank Demith will be the featured speaker at the Patriotic evening in Moravian Sons Distillery tasting room located inside The Old Theater in downtown Lowell, MI on June 6 starting at 4 p.m. There is a $5 cover charge. You can buy your tickets ahead of time at www.theoldtheater.com   Frank Demith entered the army after graduating high school. He was awarded an appointment to the United States Military Academy and graduated with the class of 1983. He spent 26 years on active duty and retired in 2007 later serving additional 2.5 years on active duty. Episode sponsored by award-winning author Frank Demith, Moravian Sons Distillery, Modern History Press and Doc Chavent. He was the program manager for Army Interpreter/Translator program which recruited more than 1500 green card holders who were native speakers of Arabic, Dari, Pashto or Farsi. He is the recipient of the United Nations Icon of Change Award in recognition of work in support of immigrants while in the military and as part of the civilian workforce. He has received International Impact awards for both of his books Of Vital Interest and Defending the Eagle. Take a  listen for a chance to win signed copy of Defending the Eagle. Copyright (c) 2026. Emma Blogs, LLC. All rights reserved.

Happy Memorial Day weekend. Chad Faries sifts through abandoned mines, family history, and the quiet damage of loving Iron County, Michigan--a place that keeps trying to break him. His poetry mines the U.P.'s economic decline, stubborn resilience, and awkward small-town rituals, balancing bleak humor with bruised affection. Sponsored by Modern History Press, author Frank Demith, Moravian Sons Distillery and Doc Chavent. Both a personal autopsy and a regional love letter, Faries proves that identity, like iron, is forged under pressure and usually leaves a mess behind. Listen in for a chance to win a signed copy of Amasa Speaker Factory. Copyright (c) 2026. Emma Blogs, LLC. All rights reserved.