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Welcome to Brave New Bookshelf – Where AI Meets Creativity

Dive into the fascinating intersection of Artificial Intelligence and the literary world with Brave New Bookshelf, a pioneering podcast hosted by Steph Pajonas and Danica Favorite. As authors navigating the evolving landscape of publishing, we’re here to explore the groundbreaking role AI plays in enhancing the creative process of writing and publishing. Our journey is not just about understanding technology; it’s about embracing AI as a tool for innovation, efficiency, and artistic expression.

Brave New Bookshelf is more than just a podcast; it’s a community of forward-thinking writers, readers, and technologists. We’re passionate about creating a space for dialogue, learning, and sharing experiences about AI’s role in publishing. Whether you’re an author curious about AI tools, a reader fascinated by the future of books, or someone intrigued by the blend of technology and creativity, this podcast is for you.

Stay tuned for insightful discussions, interviews with industry experts, and practical tips on leveraging AI in your creative endeavors.

Current Episodes

Episode 85 – Staying Human in an AI-Powered Publishing World with Steph Pajonas and Danica Favorite

July 16, 2026

In this episode, co-hosts Steph and Danica discuss how authors can navigate the modern publishing landscape by staying authentically human, maintaining ethical integrity with AI disclosure, and optimizing their daily creative workflows using the right AI tools.

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Episode 84 – Creating Cinematic Audiobooks with Anat Dayagi from Midsummerr

July 9, 2026

In this episode, Midsummerr founder Anat Dayagi shows how AI is democratizing the publishing industry by allowing indie authors to easily create premium, multi-cast cinematic audiobooks complete with music and sound effects.

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Episode 83 – AI Book Marketing and Amplifying Your Authentic Voice with Melissa Storm from Novel Publicity

July 2, 2026

In this episode, bestselling author and CEO of Novel Publicity Melissa Storm discusses her evolution from AI skeptic to tool creator, sharing how she deconstructs her copywriting expertise into powerful AI workflows while using technology to amplify her voice as a neurodivergent writer.

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Episode 82 – From Writer to Developer: Vibe Coding and Building Your Own AI Tools with Joseph Ucuzoglu

June 25, 2026

In this episode, developer and Future Fiction Academy co-founder Joseph Ucuzoglu discusses the revolutionary world of "vibe coding" and demonstrates how authors can easily build and deploy their own custom AI writing tools and applications using plain, natural language.

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Episode 81 – Balancing Artistry and AI Video Generation with Novae Caelum from AI Marketing for Storytellers

June 18, 2026

In this episode, author and AI filmmaker Novae Caelum explores the cutting-edge world of AI-empowered storytelling, sharing how creators can use advanced video and audio tools to direct cinematic book trailers and streamline their writing workflows.

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Episode 80 – Navigating the World’s Largest AI Writing Community with Yoav Yariv from the Writing with AI Subreddit

June 11, 2026

In this episode, Yoav Yariv, moderator of the massive r/WritingWithAI subreddit, discusses how authors can overcome the public stigma of AI in publishing and leverage advanced tools to transition from solo writers into full-scale multimedia production houses.

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Happy Holidays! We’re Off for the Rest of the Year!

December 4, 2025

We're taking some time off and we'll see you again in 2026!

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June 20, 2025

We're on break until September!

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July 4, 2024

We're talking a few weeks off to enjoy the summer.

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