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Shooting The Shit About The AI Creativity Loop And Book Emergencies

September 21, 2026

Carly and CeCe are back for another Shooting the Shit. This week they are talking about the unexpected work literary agents do behind the scenes—from tracking book availability and rights reversions to using sales data to advocate for authors. They also dig into Spotify opening AI-powered audiobook narration to all authors and what increasing automation could mean for writers, narrators, readers, and the human side of storytelling. Plus, Carly shares the book she can’t stop talking about, whi...

Writing Insights From the Greats: Isabelle Allende and Jodi Picoult

September 17, 2026

Bestselling author Isabel Allende joins CeCe Lyra for an incredible interview that touches on storytelling, creativity, and the writing life. From the difference between writing and storytelling to the power of discipline, research, dreams, and solitude, Isabel shares the lessons she's learned over a lifetime of crafting unforgettable novels. They also discuss magical realism, overcoming self-doubt, trusting the creative process, and why every writer should protect their writing time as f...

Shooting the Shit About The End of Nonfiction And Immersive Trends In Fiction

September 14, 2026

Carly and CeCe are back! This week they tackle what’s shifting in the book world—from immersive audiobooks becoming a “movie between your ears” to bookstores proving that reading and community are very much alive. They also discuss the decline of nonfiction, why readers may be turning to other ways to learn, and what it means for authors and publishing.As mentioned on this episode:https://defector.com/what-do-booksellers-make-of-the-end-of-reading?giftLink=73a5c6e0b00https://dearheadofmine.su...