Books by DL White Bookcast
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About
The Bookcast by DL White is my platform for sharing short fiction and updates on life as a self published author of contemporary fiction.
Episodes
- Bookcast Episode 138: Talking to No One in a Padded Room
I'm back after a week off but I have a good excuse. In this episode I catch up on reading, go down a mystery rabbit hole (including the Lori Loughlin drama and why a series abruptly ended), and share a full breakdown of the Standard of Car…
- Bookcast Episode 137: The Mic Was Right Where I Left It
In Bookcast Episode 137, DL White discusses her reading list for May, the #the12liveschallenge which focuses on biographies, and her affinity for Hallmark mystery shows and their connection to writing romance novels. She also provides an u…
- Bookcast Episode 136: Sunday is Pajama-shaped
In this episode of The Bookcast, DL White discusses their January reading list, which includes titles such as "Nobody Heard a Thing," "Mr. and Mrs. Taylor," and other books by various authors. The episode also includes updates and reflecti…
- Bookcast Episode 135: You Betta (Pre)Work
In Bookcast Episode 135, DL White provides a reading update, having finished 7 of 150 books, primarily through audio. The episode reviews several books including works by Zuri Day and Bernie Madoff, and discusses upcoming TV shows. White a…
- Bookcast Episode 134: Ima Letchu Finish...
In this Season 7 premiere, DL White outlines his unstructured approach to the new year, detailing current reading material and writing aspirations for 2026. He shares plans for new projects, focusing on character creation and utilizing eve…
- Bookcast Episode 133: Busy on Purpose: My 2025 Year in Review
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- Bookcast Episode 132: November Wrap up, New Releases, Winding Down
In this episode, I run through my full Nonfiction November reading list, talk about my latest holiday releases, share updates on direct sales and writing plans, and chat a bit about what I’ve been watching while I settle into my end-of-yea…
- Bookcast Episode 131: So the Smoke Detectors Work....
I’m back after skipping last week because sometimes I just don’t feel like dragging myself down the hall to record. This is a chill catch-up episode covering what I’ve been reading, what I’m watching, and the candle mishap that nearly got…
- Bookcast Episode 130: October Wrap-Up + Nonfiction November Kickoff
I’m back at the mic talking about my October reads, Nonfiction November, and everything I’ve been watching lately. October was peak GLOCKtober with a stack of Steve Cavanagh legal thrillers, a few romances for balance, and a political memo…
- Bookcast Episode 129: Dispatch from the Sick & Shut in List
Welcome back to The Bookcast ! I’m finally on the mend from The Ankle Incident. I’m back on my feet—slowly, but surely. This week’s episode is a quick check-in to catch you up on my Glocktober reading, what I’ve been watching, and where I…
- Bookcast Episode 128: Man Down! What Had Happened Was...
I know, I know. It's been a minute but I have excuses and a funny story that involves a gas station, a receipt, and my delusion that I am still agile at 51. Spoiler: I'm not. This episode covers my recovery weekend (featuring Church's chic…
- Bookcast Episode 127: Bits and Pieces- Reading & Writing Updates
I'm back after the holiday break! I share my latest reading updates (126 of 175 books - seven ahead of schedule!), streaming favorites including Night Agent and disaster movies, and writing progress on Potter Lake 4. I talk about my new ho…
- Bookcast Episode 126: Pondering: Platform Fatigue & Delisting
Books I Read This Week: Crash (Love in Scrubs series) - C. Monet Witness 8 (Eddie Flynn #8) - Steve Cavanaugh Departures and Arrivals (Flights and Feelings Book 2) - Nicole Falls Rounds (Love in Scrubs Book 2) - Monica Walters Promise: A S…
- Bookcast Episode 125: Heart to heart
Support the show Stay connected: Visit my website– Booksbydlwhite.com Join my newsletter – booksbydlwhite.com/newsletter Follow me on Substack– Main Substack | Short Fiction Substack Buy books & merch – booksbydlwhite.com/shop Support this…
- Bookcast 124: Hard Re-Entry. I'm BACK!
Hey Book pals! I'm back after a brief hiatus with exciting updates! I’m recording from my new bedroom after successfully closing on my house July 23rd. I share the moving experience, celebrate my latest release, discuss upcoming events, an…
- Bookcast Episode 123: Words Complete
I am BACK with another Sunday catch-up! Big updates on my writing, house news, and what I've been reading during all the chaos of my mom's visit, Indie love and work travel! Reading Update Current Progress: 88 of 175 books (50% complete)-…
- Bookcast Episode 122: I been busy!
Hey book people! I'm back with another Sunday catch-up on what I've been reading, writing, and working on. Plus I have some exciting personal news to share that I've been keeping under wraps! Reading Update Current Progress: 86 of 175 book…
- Bookcast 121: POV- An Author at Black Romance Bookfest + a new project!
I am back from Black Romance Book Fest --it was life-changing! That said, I share. the logistics from pre-orders to table sales and talk about why transparency about book event finances matters for authors considering their first festival,…
- Bookcast Episode 120: The Wayward Host Returns
After a few weeks away, I'm back with updates on my reading progress (now at 73 books toward my 175-book goal), what I've been streaming, and preparations for the upcoming Black Romance Book Fest. I also share updates on my fan fiction The…
- Bookcast Episode 119: Barely-Made-It-To-The-Mic
So I almost didn't make it to the mic due to burnout and a hectic schedule, but I pushed through knowing (105 of) my listeners expect the BookCast on Mondays. I share my current reading progress (now at 67 books toward my 175-book goal for…
- Bookcast Episode 118: I Watch A Lot of YouTube.
Today I'm sharing my current reading progress, talking about my YouTube problem (it’s not actually a problem), I give an update on my writing projects (I ain’t talmbout nothin’) and discussing my approach to treating writing as a real job.…
- Bookcast Episode 117: Why (and how) do you read so much?
In Episode 117 of The BookCast, I tackle the topic so many readers ask about... how I manage to read 100+ books every year while working full-time and writing novels. I share my reading philosophy, why audiobooks absolutely count as readin…
- Bookcast Episode 116: Twenty is the goal
In Episode 116 of The BookCast, I share my progress toward 20 published books - a milestone in indie publishing that many believe creates a sustainable writing career. I'm currently at 18 books in retail formats and on track to hit my goal…
- Bookcast Episode 115: MORE being the operative word...
In Episode 115 of The BookCast, I share exciting updates about my upcoming releases, including the 10th anniversary edition of Brunch at Ruby's and its companion novella, Drinks at Mink's. I'm at book 51 of my 100-book Goodreads challenge…
- Bookcast 114: Breaking Free
In Episode 114 of The Bookcast, I share my thoughts on the impact of Amazon boycotts on indie authors and how diversifying publishing platforms can protect your writing career. I begin with my book report, having reached 44 books toward my…
- Bookcast 113: I Like the Pressure!
In Episode 113, "I Like the Pressure," I share insights about my writing process and publishing journey. I begin with my book report, having read 41 books toward my 100-book goal for 2025, and highlight 13 books I completed in February acr…
- Bookcast Episode 112: Why Would You Do That?
Welcome to Epi 112 of the Bookcast, my space for short fiction, updates on writing and publishing and all the bookish and authorly goodness. I’m talking about my latest release, Grumpy Valentine , and how I took on the challenge of narrati…
- Bookcast Episode 111: Doing The Least
Welcome to Episode 111 of The Bookcast. This is a space where I talk about the books I’m reading and writing plus what I’m watching to keep me from scrolling the entire internet. Today I'm talking about the importance of doing the least -…
- Bookcast 110: We STILL in the [EXPLETIVE] house!
Hello, everybody. I’m so glad you’re here—welcome to Episode 110 of the Bookcast. Happy Black History Month! Whether or not this admin want to "celebrate" it (side-eye at the powers that be), we’re still here. We still uplift our ancestors…
- Bookcast 109: Reading, Writing, Watching, Ranting
Welcome back to the Bookcast. Find full show notes on today's episode at my website- Booksbydlwhite.com/bookcast/109. I have a smattering of things I want to talk about today- BookReport Writing / Sales/ Publishing Update Appearances Pirat…
- Bookcast 108: Read Fiction, Drink Water & Mind My Business
Thanks for checking out this episode of The Bookcast. Show notes for epi 108: Book Report I'm crushing my Goodreads challenge already! 23 books completed so far this year (18 books ahead of schedule). My initial goal is 100 books, but I'll…
- Bookcast 107: Leave the Thrillers, Take the Romance: A Mid-January Update
Hey friends! Welcome to episode 107 of The Bookcast. I'm recording today with a bit of a cold, so I sound funny, but I'm here and that's all that matters. I had to come in and share a mid-month update on my latest reads, writing efforts an…
- Bookcast 106: The shenanigans will continue until morale improves
I wasn't planning to do a year-in-review episode, but I do love analyzing my numbers, so here we are.I am starting the new year exactly how I like-- talking about books and writing. I'm just bringing you all into the conversation. In episo…
- Bookcast 105: Vacation Mode [ON]
On Epi 105 of the Bookcast, I'm shooting from the hip with coffee in hand and the microphone ON. Book Report: I'm thrilled to share that I hit my reading goal for the year - currently at 206 books out of my target 200. With a week and chan…
- Bookcast 104: Writing Through the Gray
Welcome back to my new and seasoned Book friends! I'm back(ish) with Episode 104 of the BookCast. Despite the weather, the podcast mic AND the coffee are HOT and ready or not, I'm here to share what's been happening in my reading and writi…
- Bookcast 103: I'm not okay...and that's okay
Still I write! Hello to my new and seasoned friends! Hopping on briefly to be honest about where I'm at - I'm not okay right now, and that's okay. Like many years, I'm dealing with seasonal affective disorder and depression. While things a…
- Bookcast 102: Nothing but Blue Skies
Epi 102 of the BookCast was a bit shorter than usual since I was traveling for work in Charlotte, NC (which, by the way, was absolutely lovely – shoutout to the Kimpton Hotel and Steak 48!) but I still wanted to share my week with you all.…
- Bookcast 101: Live Anyway: A Raw BookCast Update
On episode 101, I shot straight from the hip, no script in hand, because sometimes you just need to get real. As an Atlanta-based author with 14 full-length novels behind me, I felt it was important not to skip another episode, even though…
- Bookcast 100: Issa CELEBRATION!
Welcome to a milestone episode! In this special 100th installment, I'm taking a moment to celebrate how far we've come while sharing my latest reading and writing updates. From my humble beginnings recording in my closet to now having publ…
- Bookcast Episode 99: Words Complete! Return from Intermission
I'm back! After a short break, I'm thrilled to share some exciting news with you all in my latest Bookcast episode. First and foremost, Calculated Risk is officially done! I came in at just over 40,000 words and I'm so excited about this p…
- Bookcast 98: Reading + Writing the Highly Descriptive
On epi 98 of The BookCast by DL White, we are chatting about reading, writing and storytelling. There has been some discourse about whether authors include too much inconsequential detail in their writing. As a writer who strives for vivid…
- Bookcast 97: Updates! What I Read, Book 15 and Project 10
This week on The Bookcast by DL White, I discuss the books I read this week and an exciting writing update as well as a few in-person events. I am feeling the change in seasons though it remains warm in Atlanta until October. I changed my…
- Bookcast 96: Been Here Before
I am DL White, an Atlanta based, self published author of romantic fiction that centers Black love. On this week's Bookcast, my indie author podcast, I talk about my August reading and what I've got planned for the coming months as well as…
- Bookcast 95: Magenta
I am DL White, an Atlanta based, self published author of romantic fiction that centers Black love. On this week's Bookcast, my indie author podcast, I'm doing a dry run of a new format, recording on a new day, posting on a different day a…
- Bookcast 94: Tinkering
Welcome back to a new BookCast episode! For #94, I’m tinkering. Moving things around. I’m bored, so that requires a bit of a re-tool. Find full show notes including my thoughts on this week’s reads on my website: Bookcast by DL White I'm b…
- Bookcast 93: Snippets of Life as a Self-Published Author and Book Enthusiast
On this episode, I share a glimpse into my experiences, challenges, and triumphs as a self-published author and passionate reader. I updated listeners on my goal of reading 175 books and wrap up my July reading list. Find that list in the…
- Bookcast 92: A Boring, Uneventful Week in Review
This week, I have an update on my annual reading challenge including a not-so-thrilling cozy mystery. I'm also giving you an inside baseball look into my week-- i got some tough love from fellow authors and went to work. We will see if the…
- Bookcast 91: Cultivating my Happy Place
This week on The Bookcast, I talk about creating a happy, safe space to endure these unprecedented times and come out in one piece. I also talk about my July reads, the mound of e-gallies and Kindle Unlimited reads I want to get through be…
- Episode 90: Catch up! New Release, EssenceFest, What’s Next and QTNA
This is a catch-up episode of the Bookcast, where I share updates on life and writing. I talke about EssenceFest, provide an update on the release of THE PEARL AT BLACKD IAMOND, and plans for future projects. The I also mentions thoughts o…
- 89: A Thrilling Conclusion
In this episode, I share progress on my Goodreads challenge (did I increase my goal? Tap in and find out!) and I give you a glimpse into the prepublication process for my upcoming novel, THE PEARL AT BLACK DIAMOND, a Black Diamond romance…