Why Reader Nation Is the Book Event You Didn’t Know You Needed

Reader Nation and Author Nation logos on a dynamic blue swirling background, showcasing event branding

https://youtu.be/wrBwIhmObEI In a time when digital connections dominate, something unexpected is happening. Book lovers are craving the real thing. That’s the heart of Reader Nation, the upcoming event in Las Vegas designed to bring readers and authors together face to face. Joe Solari, the mind behind Reader Nation and Writer Nation, is setting the stage … Read more

Discover the Sacred in Identity with Bill Hulseman’s six to carry the casket and one to say the mass 

Book cover of six to carry the casket and one to say the mass by Bill Hulseman displayed against a split background of urban graffiti and a quiet Catholic church with rainbow-stained glass windows, symbolizing the tension and harmony of queer Catholic memoir.

SEATTLE, WA — For readers seeking a transformative, soul-baring exploration of identity, queerness, and faith, Bill Hulseman’s debut essay collection, six to carry the casket and one to say the mass, is a must-read. Releasing on July 8, 2025, this powerful book invites readers into the deeply personal and culturally resonant journey of a queer … Read more

Books That Make You at the 2025 Los Angeles Times Festival of Books

Books That Make You at the 2025 Los Angeles Times Festival of Books, held at the University of Southern California, featuring event logos and a campus fountain backdrop.

https://youtu.be/71MyDT9sTwc The 2025 Los Angeles Times Festival of Books was a celebration of literature, bringing together authors and readers in a shared love for storytelling. Books That Make You was proud to be part of this event, capturing moments that highlight the festival’s vibrant atmosphere. Our video compilation offers a window into the festival, featuring … Read more

Writing Six to Carry the Casket: What I Wish I Knew

Author Bill Hulseman stands beside his memoir, “Six to Carry the Casket and One to Say the Mass,” against a moody, urban backdrop with cardboard boxes, graffiti, and religious imagery—symbolizing the book’s themes of grief, queer identity, Catholic ritual, and personal healing.

Q.What do you wish you knew before you started to write your book?  I didn’t start writing with a book in mind–my only intention was to make space and time to process significant changes in my life. I wasn’t searching for some original or sweeping insight–I just needed to figure out where I came from, … Read more

Inside “Requiem” by John Palisano: A Gothic Sci-Fi Story That Hits Home

Cover of Requiem by John Palisano next to a space station orbiting Earth, evoking gothic sci-fi horror themes.

https://youtu.be/bSDi4TJ_d5s Author John Palisano, known for his award-winning horror fiction, takes readers deep into the psychological and cosmic unknown in his newest novel, Requiem. Set aboard a moon-sized mortuary spacecraft named Eden, Requiem blends gothic romance, speculative science, and haunting cosmic horror into a story that resonates far beyond its eerie setting. Eden is a … Read more

From Mystery Writer to Publishing Mentor: Juliet Clark’s Path to Empowering Authors

Juliet Clark in bright pink top, smiling confidently, representing her role as founder of Author Traffic School and Superbrand Publishing

https://youtu.be/izFPMKv2Qkc Juliet Clark’s story isn’t your typical publishing tale. Starting with mystery novels rooted in personal catharsis—like killing off a character based on her ex-husband—Juliet didn’t just stop at telling stories. She transformed her experience into a platform that now supports countless writers through Author Traffic School and Superbrand Publishing. After a frustrating encounter with … Read more

Rediscovering Wonder with Laura Munson’s The Wild Why

aura Munson beside vintage Montana truck and book cover of The Wild Why

https://youtu.be/8_PIv48nBUM In a world that values hustle over stillness, bestselling author Laura Munson invites us to return to something we all once had: wonder. Her new book, The Wild Why, isn’t just a guide for creative seekers—it’s a call to action for anyone who feels disconnected from their own voice. Munson begins by unpacking what … Read more

Kelly O’Hearn on the Soul Behind Arcanum

Kelly O’Hearn seated in front of symbolic tarot artwork, with her books Arcanum: In the Temple Shadows and Arcanum: Whispers in the Forest displayed beside a tarot card labeled "The Lovers."

Tell me about your book from your point of view .  My book series Arcanum is something that’s really personal to me because I channeled it through the lens of my soul using my tarot cards.   What was the most challenging part of writing your book?   For me, the most challenging part of writing a book … Read more

Exploring the Arcanum Series with Kelly O’Hearn: A Journey Through Time, Tarot, and Soul Contracts

Kelly O’Hearn with Arcanum book covers In the Temple Shadows and Whispers in the Forest, a tarot-inspired spiritual fantasy series.

https://youtu.be/B9z-kVlHOeA In the world of fantasy fiction, the Kelly O’Hearn Arcanum series stands out as a soulful, spiritually rich journey that brings something fresh and deeply personal. Channeled through tarot and inspired by her past life regressions, the six-book saga follows a modern-day heroine whose spiritual journey stretches across lifetimes. Book one, In the Temple … Read more