Nutmeg Lit Fest Podcast
Where stories speak. The Nutmeg Lit Fest Podcast features conversations with authors, poets, and creatives, highlighting the voices and stories that shape our literary community on and off the festival stage.
Episodes
27 episodes
Fairy GodTeacher: The People Who Shape U
Some of the most important people in our lives don’t wear capes or carry magic wands. Sometimes, they’re the teachers who show up, believe in us, and leave an impact long after we leave their classroom.In this episode of the Nutmeg Li...
The Tardy Tooth Fairy: Showing Up, Finding Courage & Creating Magic
What happens when the Tooth Fairy is running late?In this episode of the Nutmeg Lit Fest Podcast, Janaya Hernandez sits down with children’s author Shauna Farris to talk about The Tardy Tooth Fairy, the inspiration...
Beyond the Book: Building Connections as an Author
Writing the book is only part of the author journey. What happens beyond the book can be just as important.In this episode of the Nutmeg Lit Fest Podcast, Janaya Hernandez talks about how authors can build meaningful connections t...
Courage Finds a Way | David Decker, Author of Kyra of the North
What happens when discovering the truth about who you are changes everything?Janaya Hernandez sits down with Connecticut author David Decker to discuss his young adult fantasy novel, Kyra of the North.Seventeen-year-old Kyra has s...
Blanc-Labelle and the Troll’s Daughter-with author Nick Westbrook
What happens when a girl who has never quite fit in discovers that belonging might be found in the most unexpected place?In this episode of the Nutmeg Lit Fest Podcast, I sit down with author Nick Westbrook to talk about
The Troubadour of Happiness
What happens when a simple Nantucket adventure becomes a story about kindness, courage, and helping others?This week on the Nutmeg Lit Fest Podcast, Janaya Hernandez sits down with author Jeff Verney, the creative mind behi...
Mystery, Suspense, and Justice with Liz Bullard | Chasing Nightmares
What happens when mystery meets purpose?This week on the Nutmeg Lit Fest Podcast, we sit down with mystery and suspense author Liz Bullard, author of Chasing Nightmares, to talk storytelling, suspense,...
Finding Home, Finding Yourself | Vanessa E. Kelman, Author of Searching for Home
In this heartfelt episode of the Nutmeg Lit Fest Podcast, we sit down with Vanessa E. Kelman, author of Searching for Home, for a thoughtful conversation about identity, belonging, healing, and the journey of finding yourself through l...
Myth, Identity, and the Power of Storytelling with Kelly Jarvis | Author of Selkie Moon
What happens when mythology, identity, and imagination collide?In this episode of the Nutmeg Lit Fest Podcast, we sit down with author Kelly Jarvis to discuss her enchanting novel Selkie Moon and the deeper themes woven througho...
Suspense, Twists, and Mystery with Mary Nunn Maki
What makes a mystery story impossible to put down?In this episode of the Nutmeg Lit Fest Podcast, we sit down with author Mary Nunn Maki, writer of An Unexpected Death, to explore the craft behind susp...
Children’s Literature, Imagination, and Courage with Stephanie Villeda Schaedler
What happens when imagination meets courage?In this heartwarming episode of the Nutmeg Lit Fest Podcast, we sit down with children’s author Stephanie Villeda Schaedler, the creative mind behind Mighty, Tiny Antony. Stephanie sha...
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Reflection, Emotion, and the Power of Poetry with Sharon Arsego
What happens when poetry becomes a space for healing, reflection, and truth?In this episode of the Nutmeg Lit Fest Podcast, host Janaya Hernandez sits down with Sharon Arsego, author of Behind the Blue: Poetry & Prose, to ...
Curiosity, Learning, and the Power of Storytelling with Kelly Copperthite Ranalli
What happens when curiosity meets storytelling?In this episode of the Nutmeg Lit Fest Podcast, host Janaya Hernandez sits down with children’s author Kelly Copperthite Ranalli to explore how stories can spark learning, imagina...
Suspension , Resilience, and the Power of Storytelling with Jordan Lopez
What does it take to turn imagination into impact?In this episode of the Nutmeg Lit Fest Podcast, Janaya Hernandez sits down with author and advocate Jordan Lopez to explore the power of storytelling, resilience, and finding y...
Season 2
Where stories speak.The Nutmeg Lit Fest Podcast returns with Season 2, bringing you powerful conversations with authors, creatives, and leaders who are shaping their paths with intention, courage, and voice.H...
Mysteries of the Deep, Nature, and Nonfiction with Elaine M. Alexander
In this episode of the Nutmeg Lit Fest Podcast, we dive into the fascinating world beneath the ocean’s surface with author Elaine M. Alexander.Elaine is the author of Giant Cuttlefish: Chameleon of the Sea and Anglerfish: The ...
Love, Reinvention, and Second Chances with Elissa Bass
What happens when life takes an unexpected turn and love shows up anyway?In this heartfelt episode of the Nutmeg Lit Fest Podcast, we sit down with author Elissa Bass, writer of the novel Please Wait to Cross, to talk about lo...
Suspense, Noir, and the Power of Short Fiction with Steve Liskow
What makes short fiction so powerful?How do suspense and noir create unforgettable tension in just a few pages?In this episode of the Nutmeg Lit Fest Podcast, I sit down with Steve Liskow, author of Sweet Ladies of Deat...
Writing Healing and Hope Through Story with Melissa B. Lombardo
In this powerful and heartfelt episode of the Nutmeg Lit Fest Podcast, we sit down with author and founder Melissa B. Lombardo to explore how storytelling becomes a pathway to healing, resilience, and transformation.Melissa sh...
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Conspiracy, Danger, and Fast Paced Suspense with Sharon Dukett
In this episode of the Nutmeg Lit Fest Podcast, we sit down with suspense author Sharon Dukett to explore the world behind her novel The Shutdown List.We talk about what fuels high-stakes storytelling, how real-world tension shapes ficti...
Building Community Through Storytelling with Tammy Gerhard
In this episode, we sit down with Tammy Gerhard, author of Cocoa Hugs and Coffee Mugs and I Love My Community: Kids Activity Book, for a thoughtful conversation about storytelling, connection, and building community through children’s lit...
Food Allergy Awareness Through Storytelling with Anna Laurie
In this episode of the Nutmeg Lit Fest Podcast, host Janaya Hernandez is joined by Anna Laurie, author of The Infamous 8: The Birthday Party Adventure, for a thoughtful conversation on food allergy awareness, education, and empowerment through ...
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Inspiring Healthy Habits Through Stories with Heidi Rocha
In this heartwarming episode of the Nutmeg Lit Fest Podcast, we sit down with Heidi Rocha, author of the beloved Sparkly Smiles Series, to explore how storytelling can inspire healthy habits in children—one joyful page at a time....
Writing ,Emotion, and the Stories We Carry with Wendy Haller
In this episode, author Wendy Haller joins the Nutmeg Lit Fest Podcast for a thoughtful conversation about writing, emotion, and the stories that stay with us.Wendy shares the inspiration behind her novel The Flannigan Girls, ...
Writing, Vision, and Community with Jack Matthews
Every book has a story behind it and every author has a moment when they decide to tell it.In this launch episode of the Nutmeg Lit Fest Podcast, we sit down with Jack Matthews ;author, storyteller, and founder of Nutmeg Lit F...
