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Paddy Bennett is a young woman escaping Boudeux, France during World War II when she assists officials in organizing evacuees. Little does she know that her no-nonsense, take-charge attitude is what helps her land a position in Room 39 of the British Naval Intelligence Division. From that point on, she …

Elizabeth Winthrop Alsop’s last name would appear familiar among WWII-era Washington officials and socialites. Her father was a famous political journalist and related to the Roosevelt family. Blood connection aside, the historical and political context of those relationships had generational effects on their children and grandchildren. Alsop’s newest piece, Daughter …

The Garcias Cousins are as close as any Mexican American extended familia you’ll find these days. While in their late 20s during the majority of the story, readers meet them as teenagers and get immediate insight into the dynamic of their bond. Erica is a reporter at a local news …

Ife and Diké are sons of King Ezeala of Ono Clan. As princes, their people and father expect them to take wives and have sons to ensure the survival of their bloodline. But Ife is a carefree dancer who loves drinking Palm Wine. Plus, despite that his father arranged his …

Cuban-American cooking show host Miriam Quiñones-Smith is back to amateur sleuthing in Raquel V. Reyes’ second installment in the Caribbean Kitchen Mystery series – Calypso, Corpses, and Cooking. Miriam is loving her new career hosting a Spanish-language cooking segment and being the primary caregiver for her son Manny. Then her …

Eva Santos Moon is a wife, mother, and glass artist who also practices the ancient ways of brujería and curanderisma. As the anniversary of her childhood best friend’s death approaches, she continues to struggle with blackouts and depression – something she has secretly dealt with for years. Then one night, …

Shin Lina and her young sister became orphans as children. Eventually they find safety, protection, and companionship in the form of the Talon gang. As years progress, Lina becomes the Reaper of Sunpo, a trained and skilled assassin, while her sister Eunbi is safely tucked away at a school in …

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  • Introducing the Cantina Book Club Podcast November 14, 2023
    In today's episode, Megan bids farewell to The Nerd Cantina Show to develop a "spin-off" show, called Cantina Book Club!    The Cantina Book Club Podcast will be the new home for author interviews previously featured on The Nerd Cantina Show Podcast. Tune in to hear more!   Read book reviews on the Cantina Book Club […]
  • Cantina Conversation with Marty Ohlhaut and Grace Ly - TNCS Ep 304 November 3, 2023
    In this Cantina Conversation Megan welcomes father-daughter author duo Marty Ohlhaut and Grace Ly. They talk about their book, Tent for Seven: A Camping Adventure Gone South Out West, available now.    We ask that you support the show in any way possible.  You can like, share, rate or comment on any of the various […]

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