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🎙️ Page To Picture Podcast📚 Books to Film/TV Adaptations 🎥 Breaking down your favorite stories on screen ✨ Special Author Interviews
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⚠️ Content note: This episode includes discussions of trauma, survival, death, and healing. In this episode, Kim sits down with author Eileen Porzuczek to talk about her poetic memoir, Memento Mori, and the deeply personal journey behind it.Eileen shares her powerful story of surviving a ceiling collapse and how that life-changing experience shaped her writing, her perspective, and her relationship with poetry. We talk about the meaning behind Memento Mori — “remember you must die” — and how confronting mortality can change the way we look at life.We also dive into the transformative power of poetry, processing trauma through storytelling, the vulnerability that comes with writing personal experiences, and the emerging world of eco-horror poetry. Eileen gives us insight into her creative process and why intentionality and connection between the writer and reader matter so much.This conversation is raw, thoughtful, and a beautiful reminder that sometimes the hardest stories to tell can become the ones that help us heal and connect with others.Follow Elieen here:https://www.eileenporzuczek.com/https://www.amazon.com/stores/Eileen-Porzuczek/author/https://www.instagram.com/eileenporzuczek/https://www.goodreads.com/author/list/18290498.Eileen_Porzuczek
In this episode of Page to Picture, we’re talking ALL things Practical Magic 2! 🔮✨After hosting our very first movie event at Galaxy Theatres, we’re recapping the experience, sharing some behind-the-scenes moments, and getting into all the magical, emotional, and chaotic fun surrounding the sequel.We break down their favorite scenes, character dynamics, casting choices, the emotional moments that had the theater reaching for tissues, and the themes of sisterhood, family, sacrifice, and forbidden romance that made this story hit so hard.We also chat about fan culture and fanfiction, book revisions, upcoming projects, creative collaborations, and how passionate readers and fans can inspire the stories we love.Was Practical Magic 2 everything we hoped it would be? Did the Owens women deliver? And, most importantly… what did we rate it?! And of course, we’re giving a HUGE thank-you to the amazing local businesses who helped make our first movie event extra magical! 🥹💜✨Special thanks to:🎬 Galaxy Theatres Boulevard Mall🎁 XOXO Book Boutique🛁 Hone Vintage & Bath📸 LVPhotobombs☕ Founders Coffee☕ Viva CafeWe are so grateful to every business that donated, supported, or helped us create a fun experience for our Page to Picture community. Your support means the world to us! 💕Grab your witchy bestie and join us for a magical conversation filled with movie talk, sisterhood, fandom, and a whole lot of love for the world of Practical Magic. 🔮✨
⚠️ Content note: This episode includes discussions of mental health, trauma, human trafficking, family conflict, bullying, and other sensitive topics.In this episode of Page to Picture Podcast, Kim sits down with author JJ Winston for a powerful conversation about how storytelling can open the door to conversations we don’t always feel comfortable having.JJ shares her journey from social worker and attorney to author and explains why she uses fiction to explore difficult topics including mental health stigma, trauma, human trafficking, sickle cell disease, family conflict, and relationships. We talk about how flawed, relatable characters can help readers develop empathy, why honesty and communication matter in relationships, and how fiction can be a non-threatening way to educate and raise awareness.We also dive into the challenges of parenting in a digital world, the impact of social media and bullying on mental health, protecting children from online dangers, and the importance of balancing heavy subject matter with hope.And because this is Page to Picture, we couldn't leave without talking about storytelling itself; including JJ's chess metaphor for life, success, and character development, as well as the importance of representation and thoughtful editing.You can find JJ Winston here:https://www.novelistjjwinston.com/https://www.instagram.com/novelistjjwinston/https://www.facebook.com/novelistjjwinston/https://www.amazon.com/stores/author/B089NYQQQLhttps://www.goodreads.com/author/list/16635440.J_J_WinstonSEPTEMBER is SICKLE CELL AWARENESS MONTH! If you would like to learn more about it or donate please visit: https://sicklecelldisease.org/national-sickle-cell-awareness-month/
🎙️ This episode is brought to you by Wild & Windy and Love on Demand.We’re talking to C.R. Jane! In this bonus episode of Page to Picture, we dive into the world of dark romance, mafia men, possessive heroes, morally black characters, spice, angst, and the tropes that keep us coming back for more.C.R. Jane gives us insight into her books, upcoming releases, special editions, pre-order incentives, and the behind-the-scenes world of writing and marketing romance. We also get a little unhinged discussing fictional red flags, sports romance vs. mafia men, dream Vegas dates with book characters, and which characters we’d absolutely let ruin our lives. 😂Plus, we’re getting excited for the Dark Horse Release Party on October 15th 2026, upcoming author events, and the chance to meet even more of our favorite authors at LoveNVegas Oct 16th - 17th 2026. Come for C.R. Jane, stay for the questionable book-boyfriend choices. 🖤🔥
What happens when a love of fan fiction turns into a published fantasy romance series? In this episode of Page to Picture, Kim sits down with fantasy romance author Letizia Firmani to talk about her journey from writing fan fiction to creating worlds and characters of her very own.Letizia takes us behind the scenes of her Black Silk and Red Ruby series, sharing how fan fiction shaped her approach to world-building, why planning and outlining are such an important part of her writing process, and how her stories continue to evolve as she writes them.We dive into forbidden romance, morally gray characters, banter, forced proximity, darker themes, character development, and the emotional side of writing. Letizia also opens up about incorporating mental health themes into her stories and how writing can become a therapeutic and cathartic experience.And because this is Page to Picture, we HAD to talk adaptations! We get into dream casting, which scenes she'd love to see brought to the screen, and what makes her books feel ready for a television or movie adaptation.Whether you're a fantasy romance reader, aspiring author, fan fiction veteran, or simply obsessed with seeing your favorite books come to life, this conversation has plenty to unpack!Find Letizia Firmani:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/letiziafirmani/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@letiziafirmaniWebsite: https://www.letiziafirmani.com/
💕 ROMANCE, HOT TAKES & ALL THE BOOKISH CHAOSWhat makes a romance unforgettable? Is it the trope, the chemistry, the angst… or just two people who absolutely should NOT be together?In this episode of Page to Picture, we are diving headfirst into the world of romance! From enemies-to-lovers and forbidden romance to sports romance, fantasy romance, historical romance, dark romance, and small-town love stories, we’re talking about the genres and tropes we can’t get enough of and the ones that have us saying, “Absolutely not.” We’re sharing some of our favorite romance books, movies, and TV adaptations, including Divine Rivals, Happy Place, Bridgerton, Outlander, and more. Plus, we get into our romance hot takes, upcoming adaptations we’re ridiculously excited about, and the highly anticipated The Love Hypothesis adaptation coming to Amazon Prime. 🎬📚But it’s not all books and fictional boyfriends! We also get personal as we talk about writing, creative projects, imposter syndrome, persistence, manifestation, upcoming bookish events, and what it’s really like trying to make big ideas happen.And because this is Page to Picture, naturally there’s plenty of chaos, Vegas stories, and excitement surrounding Practical Magic 2. ✨🔮So grab your favorite romance, settle in, and get ready for opinions, recommendations, hot takes, and probably a few fictional men we would absolutely make terrible decisions for. 😏
Fantasy Books, Movies & TV: Hot Takes, Favorites & What’s Coming NextWe’re diving headfirst into the fantasy genre! 🐉✨ In this episode, we’re sharing some of our favorite fantasy books, movies, and TV shows from Fourth Wing and The Infatuated Fae to Narnia, Pirates of the Caribbean, Game of Thrones, and My Lady Jane.We’re talking about the fantasy tropes we love, the ones we’re totally over, the importance of unique world-building, diversity and representation, and why the fantasy genre continues to keep us obsessed.We’re also looking ahead to some of the fantasy adaptations we can’t wait to see, including Fourth Wing and Narnia. And, of course, we had to play a little Fantasy This or That to see where we agree, where we definitely don’t, and which fantasy worlds we’d happily disappear into. In this episode, we’re talking:✨ Our favorite fantasy books, movies & TV shows🐉 Fantasy tropes we love and the ones we’re tired of📚 Fourth Wing and other fantasy favorites🎬 Upcoming fantasy book-to-screen adaptations👑 Favorite fantasy characters and worlds🔥 Fantasy hot takes & unpopular opinions⚔️ Our Fantasy This or ThatIf you’re a fantasy reader, watcher, or just looking for your next obsession, this episode is for you!
Step into the darker side of storytelling with author Denise Forsythe! 🖤📚In this episode of Page to Picture Podcast, we dive into Denise's journey from a lifelong love of reading to becoming the author of gripping psychological thrillers. She shares what inspired her transition from cozy mysteries to dark domestic suspense, the research behind creating realistic legal and prison settings, and how she crafted the unforgettable protagonist, Cassie.We also explore the powerful themes of obsession, control, and identity that drive Misconception, what readers can expect from the sequel Misconstrue, and why Cassie's story continues to evolve in unexpected ways. Plus, Denise reveals her dream casting choices, the scenes she'd love to see brought to life on screen, and what makes psychological thrillers so compelling for readers and viewers alike.Whether you're a thriller fan, an aspiring writer, or someone who loves imagining books as movies, this conversation is packed with suspense, storytelling insights, and behind-the-scenes inspiration.🎙️ Topics We Cover:Denise's path to becoming a published authorWhy she transitioned from cozy mysteries to psychological suspenseBuilding complex, morally gray charactersResearching legal and prison systemsWriting emotionally intense scenesThe evolution of Cassie in MisconstrueDream book-to-screen adaptationsWhat's next for Denise ForsytheIf you love twisty plots, unforgettable characters, and stories that keep you questioning everything, this episode is one you won't want to miss.Website: https://deniseforsythe.com/IG: https://www.instagram.com/deniseforsythewrites/
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