Books by DL White Bookcast
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
138 episodes
Bookcast Episode 134: Ima Letchu Finish...
Welcome back to The Bookcast. I’m DL White, and this episode is an easy, unstructured start to Season 7! I’m talking through how I approach a new year, what I’ve been reading, what I want to write, and how I’m easing into 2026 wi...
Bookcast Episode 136: Sunday is Pajama-shaped
Why get dressed when Sunday is pajama-shaped? That’s all I have to say about that. In Episode 136 of The Bookcast, I’m talking through my January reading, checking in on the book that is BOOKING, and sharing...
Bookcast Episode 137: The Mic Was Right Where I Left It
I'm back! After a few months away, I'm back in the closet with a mic, some iced coffee, and a lot to get into. In this episode I catch up on my May TBR, I talk about the 12 Lives Challenge, about my Hallmark mystery obsession...
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 St...
Bookcast Episode 139- BRBF26, Summer Sales, and May/June Reads
I'm back after a busy May and an even busier start to June. This episode has a full book report, a writing and publishing update, and a complete recap of Black Romance Book Fest Year Two: the panels, the signings, the chaos, and the sales numbe...
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 I'm ...
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 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....
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 wr...
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 2...
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 ep...
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 eff...
Bookcast 108: Read Fiction, Drink Water & Mind My Business
Thanks for checking out this episode of The Bookcast. Show notes for epi 108: Book ReportI'm crushing my Goodreads challenge already! 23 books completed so far this year (18 books ahead of schedule). My initial goal is 100 bo...
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-BookReportWriting / Sales/ Publishing U...
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...
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 doin...
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 narr...
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 across r...
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 to...
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 for 2...
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 this...
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 reading, an...
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. Desp...
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 2025...
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 Musi...