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Are you intrigued by the fusion of technology and creativity? Does the potential of AI in reshaping the narrative of storytelling fascinate you? Then Brave New Bookshelf is just the podcast for you!

Hosted by authors Steph Pajonas and Danica Favorite, each episode takes you on a journey through the dynamic intersection of AI and literature. From the way AI is revolutionizing the creative process... more

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In this special duo episode of Brave New Bookshelf, co-hosts Steph Pajonas and Danica Favorite team up to discuss the realities of navigating today’s AI-powered publishing landscape. Together, they explore how authors can stand out in a deluge of dig... more

In this episode of Brave New Bookshelf, hosts Steph Pajonas and Danica Favorite are joined by Anat Dayagi, the founder of Midsummerr, to discuss the revolutionary frontier of AI-driven cinematic audiobooks. Anat shares her personal journey with ADD a... more

In this episode of Brave New Bookshelf, hosts Steph Pajonas and Danica Favorite sit down with bestselling author and CEO of Novel Publicity, Melissa Storm, to explore her fascinating transition from an AI skeptic to a pioneering AI tool creator. Meli... more

In this episode of Brave New Bookshelf, hosts Steph Pajonas and Danica Favorite sit down with Joseph Ucuzoglu, a seasoned developer, author, and co-founder of the Future Fiction Academy, to explore the game-changing world of "vibe coding." Joseph sha... more

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Recent Guests

Anat DeYagi
Founder/representative of Midsummerr, cinematic audiobooks platform
Midsummerr
Episode: 84 - Creating Cinematic Audiobooks with Anat Dayagi from Midsummerr
Melissa Storm
New York Times and USA Today bestselling author, CEO of Novel Publicity
Novel Publicity
Episode: 83 - AI Book Marketing and Amplifying Your Authentic Voice with Melissa Storm from Novel Publicity
Joseph Ucuzoglu
Developer behind Rexy and Ink & Code initiatives; involves in Future Fiction Academy tooling
Future Fiction Academy
Episode: 82 - From Writer to Developer: Vibe Coding and Building Your Own AI Tools with Joseph Ucuzoglu
Yoav Yariv
Founder/administrator who runs the Writing with AI subreddit
Writing with AI subreddit
Episode: 80 - Navigating the World's Largest AI Writing Community with Yoav Yariv from the Writing with AI Subreddit
Skye MacKinnon
Romance author with multiple pen names, German translator expert, Kickstarter creator for German translations
Self-published author (pen names including Skye MacKinnon, Ayla Winter, Lana Dunmore, Philomena MacKinnon)
Episode: 78 - Automating the Author Business and Mastering German Translations with Skye MacKinnon
Cassie Alexander
Writer and automation practitioner discussed on episode; author of How to Think With AI
Author / Future Fiction Press / Publish Drive
Episode: 77 - Vibe Coding and Custom Author Tools with Cassie Alexander
Greg Keogh
Founder/representative of Curios
Curios
Episode: 76 - Simplifying Direct Sales for Authors with Greg Keogh from Curios
Stacy Smith Rogers
Team member at Spoken
Spoken
Episode: 73 - Revolutionizing Multi-Voice AI Narration with Phil Marshall and Stacy Smith Rogers from Spoken
Robin Johnson
Graphic designer specializing in book covers
Florida Girl Design
Episode: 72 - Mastering AI as a Professional Designer with Robin Johnson from Florida Girl Design

Hosts

Steph Pajonas
Co-host who introduces herself as CTO/CMO type on Brave New Bookshelf; frequently discusses AI, publishing strategy, and author workflows.
Danica Favorite
Co-host and Community Manager; focuses on publishing tech, AI in marketing, and community building for authors.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 51 ratings
  • Pure sloptivism

    If you want an insight into the people who are flooding book markets with AI generated slop, this is the podcast for you.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    F37568S
    United Kingdom2 months ago
  • Waste of Time

    If they read “A Brave New World,” they obviously didn’t understand it. I listened to two episodes, both were absolute wastes of time.

    These people are not writers they are grifters.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Notesfromunderground
    United States7 months ago
  • Wonderful information

    I have listened since the beginning and trying little bits here and there but, hearing about others overcoming their pain points has been the most helpful for me.

    Keep up the great job!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Zapphira
    Australiaa year ago
  • Keeping informed

    I’ve only recently discovered Brave New Bookshelf and am finding it’s time well spent. Keeping informed is the best asset for anyone interested in AI and writing. The program is across everything AI that an author might need. I’m also a graphic designer so I appreciate that the show includes the visual arts as part of their news.

    Thank you for keeping us all informed.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Tim ozpagan
    Australiaa year ago
  • Fun and on point!

    I love this podcast! I get my weekly dose of positivity and growth about AI for my business career. Guests are very interesting, topics are always relevant with the currents updates, and I love the 2 hosts! Funny and on point.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Julie H.B
    Francea year ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Listeners praise actionable AI publishing guidance and practical workflows.
Guests are described as knowledgeable and diverse, contributing useful, real-world insights.
Fans value the positive, constructive approach to AI in publishing.

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

84 - Creating Cinematic Audiobooks with Anat Dayagi from Midsummerr
Q: How does the workflow work for an author wanting to create a new audiobook on your platform?
Authors upload their project, it's divided into chapters, voices are chosen and tested, the AI director analyzes the scene, adds music and effects, and a white-glove, director-led tier offers additional production support.
84 - Creating Cinematic Audiobooks with Anat Dayagi from Midsummerr
Q: Tell us about Midsummerr and what makes it unique in the realm of cinematic audiobooks.
Midsummerr is a platform that enables cinematic, dramatized audiobooks with director-led AI workflows, allowing authors to generate, tailor voices, add music and sound effects, and even provide a white-glove production path through advisors and production houses.
82 - From Writer to Developer: Vibe Coding and Building Your Own AI Tools with Joseph Ucuzoglu
Q: What practical pipeline do you recommend for an author who wants to start coding-enabled workflows without deep programming knowledge?
Use Claude Code or Codex to describe the app you want, wire it into an IDE (Cursor, Antigravity, or VS Code), manage code with GitHub, deploy via Railway, and iterate through natural language prompts to refine the project.
82 - From Writer to Developer: Vibe Coding and Building Your Own AI Tools with Joseph Ucuzoglu
Q: What sparked your interest in building tools for authors, and how did Rexy come to life?
Joe describes meeting Elizabeth Ann West and how Rexy emerged from a need for sequencing prompts and automating prompt responses, evolving into a foundational tool for the FFA and a gateway for authors to build their own tools.
83 - AI Book Marketing and Amplifying Your Authentic Voice with Melissa Storm from Novel Publicity
Q: Tell us about your background and how you came into AI and publishing.
Melissa shares her evolution from a traditional marketing background to embracing AI, emphasizing her role as CEO of Novel Publicity, her early work with blog tours and Twitter interviews, and how she now leads with AI-informed marketing strategies, including ads, live videos, and courses.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Brave New Bookshelf

What is Brave New Bookshelf about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Brave New Bookshelf centers on practical intersections of AI, writing, and publishing. Episodes typically explore how AI can augment creativity and efficiency for authors, with hands-on discussions about tooling, workflows, ethics, and pricing. The hosts share personal publishing experiences and interview a rotating slate of technologists, authors, designers, and marketers to illuminate how AI reshapes storytelling, marketing, and production—from cinematic audiobooks to multi‑voice narration and multilingual publishing. A distinctive angle is the emphasis on human-centered AI: transparent tool selection, responsible use, and maintaining authentic voice while leveraging automation, all delivered in an approachable, mentor-like style. The sho... more

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