Welcome to Episode 12 of Turn The Page: The Indie Book Podcast!

In this episode, I dive into my recent winter reads, including a review of 'Oak King Holly King' by Sebastian Nothwell, and 'The Bear and the Rose' by E.K. Larson Burnett.

I also give a quick update on my 2025 reading & writing goals, podcast plans, and share some of my highly anticipated indie books. Plus, I discover a new online bookstore featuring only indie books.
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Tune in for all of this, and to find out which indie author will be joining me next week to chat about their romantic murder mystery books. 

It's time for Episode 11 of Turn the Page: The Indie Book Podcast with your host, Kay!

Today, I’m joined by the fabulous E.V. Belknap, author of the paranormal fantasy novels The Tenfold Tenants and Stake Around and Find Out.

In this episode, we’ll be chatting about:

• The inspiration behind E.V.’s quirky and loveable characters, including a coffee-fuelled villain-turned-caretaker and a wannabe vampire.
• E.V's writing process, balancing creativity with work & parenting, and the challenges (and triumphs) of bringing indie books to life.
• Why found family is such an important theme in E.V's stories.

Plus, peek into E.V's next project, and get three indie book recommendations to add to your TBR.
If you love your fantasy with humour, heart, and a touch of the unexpected, tune in now!

(Please note: We experienced some minor connectivity issues towards the end of the episode. Apologies for any blips in sound quality.)

Welcome to Episode 10 of Turn the Page: The Indie Book Podcast!

Join us for a festive indie book wrap-up for 2024. I'll chat about my top indie book picks of the year, the books I'm looking forward to in 2025, and my usual monthly reading wrap-up.

We'll also dive into reading goals for next year and some exciting reading challenges you might enjoy.

Plus, I'll review my first Butterfly Book Box, share some awesome bookish Christmas gifts, and tease next week's special indie author guest.

​Subscribe and stay tuned!

This week, I’m thrilled to be joined by the wonderful Sebastian Nothwell, author of queer historical and fantasy romances including Oak King Holly King, Tales from Blackthorn Briar, and, most recently, Fiorenzo. 
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In this episode, we’ll dive into:
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• Sebastian’s writing inspiration and how he creates believable, award-nominated historical settings despite not being the biggest fan of world-building.
• What drew him to writing historical fiction, and the first question he asks when approaching any historical setting.
• The Right Here, Write Queer podcast, including what it's all about and where to tune in!
• A sneak peek into what he's working on at the moment (fans of Little Women won't want to miss this one!)

​Plus, lots more including Sebastian's 3 indie book recommendations to add to your TBR. 

So, if you like your books with a healthy dose of hurt/comfort, catharsis, and queer themes and characters, tune in now!

Welcome to Episode Eight of Turn the Page: The Indie Book Podcast!

In this jam-packed episode, Kay discusses the release of her first book 'Spellbound,' shares bookish highlights from a recent trip to York, and digs into an exciting indie book haul.

Plus, find out about some amazing online indie bookstores and book boxes, get reading recommendations, and find out which indie author will be coming along to chat about their books next week!
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Tune in for all of this and more!

With my debut book, Spellbound: A Fantasy Short Story Collection now out in the world, I thought it might be fun to introduce myself and share a few tidbits about me and my writing. 

​I was thinking of doing an Ask Me Anything over on Instagram but just in case no one asks any questions, I figured this could be a fun alternative.

(And there's the first thing to know about me: self-doubt is my constant companion.) 

I've enjoyed writing for as long as I can remember. I used to play around on my grandparents' typewriter, creating new stories and rewriting stories I'd read that I wished had ended differently. 

The first story I remember writing was about a young girl who discovered a magical portal inside a lighthouse. When she stepped through the portal she was transported to an underwater world where she could speak to the fish and other creatures (I watched A LOT of Bedknobs and Broomsticks as a child.) ​

Happy Halloween!

Today is the release day of my very first book 😱😱😱
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Spellbound: A Fantasy Short Story Collection is available to buy now in eBook (print coming soon - the proof copies are due to be delivered today!). 

Would you spend Christmas with the Grim Reaper, hunt a vampire through the neon haze of a nightclub, or take tea with a denizen of Hell?

In Spellbound, Kay M. Weston’s debut collection of ten standalone short stories and flash fiction, magic pulses through every page, exploring cozy fantasy, magical realism, and urban fantasy.

Discover what happens when a speed dating agency opens its doors to the supernatural, or when an old witch’s revenge delivers unexpected results. Each story invites you to lose yourself in magical twists and turns, from whimsical encounters to darkly magical moments that linger long after the final page.

Interspersed with emotional flash fiction, Spellbound introduces a vibrant cast of characters whose lives are forever changed—for better or worse—by the caress of magic.

Welcome to Episode Seven of Turn the Page: The Indie Book Podcast, with your host, Kay! After a longer than intended hiatus, we’re back with a special episode to catch you up on everything from new projects to exciting events coming up in the indie book world.

In this episode, I’ll be sharing:

• How playing D&D has helped boost my creativity and got me through some difficult times.
• Updates on my debut short story collection, set to release this Halloween!
• Indie pub news, including my thoughts on digital book ownership and bookstores. 
• A recap of the recent Self-Publishing Advice Conference and a look forward to the Indieverse Awards voting period.
• Plus, new book recs, plans for future guest interviews, and an upcoming bookish trip to York!

​​Tune in for all this and more!

It's been a very long time coming, but I'm so incredibly excited (read: terrified) to let you know that Spellbound: A Fantasy Short Story Collection has a release date! 

It will be available to purchase in eBook on Thursday, 31st October 2024. What better time to read a book full of magic and monsters?
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Spellbound will also be available in print shortly after.

Would you spend Christmas with the Grim Reaper, hunt a vampire through the neon haze of a nightclub, or take tea with a denizen of Hell?

​In Spellbound, Kay M. Weston’s debut collection of ten standalone short stories and flash fiction, magic pulses through every page, exploring cozy fantasy, magical realism, and urban fantasy.

Discover what happens when a speed dating agency opens its doors to the supernatural, or when an old witch’s revenge delivers unexpected results. Each story invites you to lose yourself in magical twists and turns, from whimsical encounters to darkly magical moments that linger long after the final page.

Interspersed with emotional flash fiction, Spellbound introduces a vibrant cast of characters whose lives are forever changed—for better or worse—by the caress of magic.

Welcome to Episode Six of Turn the Page: The Indie Book Podcast with your host, Kay! We have a jam-packed episode for all you indie book lovers this month, chatting about things like:
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• Do you hear voices in your head when you read?
• How to read free indie books (while supporting indie authors).
• A monthly reading update as Kay delves into the world of Kindle Unlimited romance.
• The latest on what Kay is working on and the release date for her upcoming short story collection.

​Tune in for all this and more!