In Between The Pages with James Lott Jr.

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By: JLJ Media

It's all about books with host and author and avid reader James Lott Jr. He spotlights an author and their work AND also showcases new releases, revisits old books, shared Book events and news. JLJ brings the fun and education of the book world on this podcast!

We Are the Match with Mary E Roach
Today at 4:30 AM

James Lott Jr has an in depth discussion with author Mary E Roach about her latest book (available for Pre order/Out July 29th).Two women in love and in danger. Mob families at war. An explosive and enthralling contemporary reimagining of the Helen of Troy myth set against the splendor of the Grecian islands. Paris is a fixer for mob families on the Grecian islands when a powerful crime lord hires her to investigate a bombing. Insinuating herself into Zarek’s circle is the chance for revenge that Paris has been waiting for since she was a child. Years ag...


"Interstate '85: The Royals, The Cardinals & the Show Me World Series" w/Marshall Garvey
06/19/2025

This episode its Host Doug Hess taking the lead.
"Interstate '85: The Royals, The Cardinals and the Show  Me World Series"w/Marshall Garvey
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5 Random Questions with Joe McClean
06/18/2025

Author of the Amazon Bestselling: Blair Underwood Presents Sins of Survivors, Joe McClean answers the questions.


"Blair Underwood Presents Sins of Survivors" Author Joe McClean
06/12/2025

James has an indepth discussion with Joe on the book and the real life surrounding the Amazon Bestselling Fiction book. Detroit is the backdrop! Black Trauma and tragedy is all over the pages. Family is everything. 
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The Yellow Pages May 2025
05/29/2025

James Lott Jr got a NEW physical copy of the Yellow Pages. He goes in between!


"Licking the Knife" by Author Sabrina Capper
05/15/2025

WARNING: Contains some themes that may be triggering to some people. JLJ And Sabrina have a open and honest talk about her Memoir. Its a tale that sounds like a movie but it was REAL! www.sabrinacapper.com


Zephyr's War With James R Gregory
05/08/2025

One of our fav authors is back with one of his novellas! Zephyrs War's has a lot going on, so many themes at once with a twist of an ending! James and James (Lott and Gregory) talk about it! The book is avialible wher books are sold!


Family & Other Calamites with Leslie Gray Streeter
05/01/2025

JLJ and Leslie Gray Streeter have a lively discussion about her new book! 
An award-winning journalist and columnist for the Baltimore Banner, Leslie Gray Streeter knows a thing or two about chasing down a good story and scoring in-depth interviews with celebrities. In FAMILY & OTHER CALAMITIES (Lake Union Publishing; June 1, 2025), she has tapped into her years of experience as an entertainment writer and frequent speaker on grief to create a riotous, emotionally relatable novel about a Black woman journalist who is going through it all – grief, betrayal, family drama, long buried secrets, and so many carbs. Fans of Jasmine Guillory...


My First Book Purchase on Amazon (Audio Only Episode)
04/24/2025

JLJ goes back in time. What was your first book purchase online?


The Original Jeeps with Paul R Bruno
04/17/2025

James Lott Jr has a fascinating conversation about the Jeep! A vehicle so common and so known, this book by Paul Bruno, that took 20 years to research and write, has miraculous beginnings. The Original Jeeps: Commemorating the Birth of an Icon 1940-1942. Avialable on Amazon!


Shameless Self Promotion: Landing On Pluto by James Lott Jr and LaMonica Andrews
04/11/2025

Landing On Pluto by James Lott Jr and LaMonica Andrews out now! Amazon and kindle!


5 Random Questions with Nelson Aspen
04/01/2025

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Author/Entertainer Nelson Aspen and his book "Kindred Spirits: A Titanic Tale"
03/27/2025

Nelson Aspen has been an award wining Entertainment Host/Interviewer/Journalist AND he writes best selling books AND he's a keynote speaker AND he's an entertainer! I got to talk to hi about all of that AND his latest book, Kindred Spirits: A Titanic tale. Out now! go to amazon! Also got to nelsonaspen.com and social media!


Joy In The Brambles with Ross Palfreyman
03/20/2025

this book came out 2 years and is very much relevant today! James chats with Ross about the book and its meanings! Book available on Amazon.com


Jeep Show by Robert O'Connor
03/12/2025

jeepshowbook.com Robert B. O'Connor's lifelong interest in history, writing, and decision-making has shaped his professional career and creative pursuits. Born in the 1950s and raised in New York City and New Haven, Connecticut, O'Connor benefitted from his parents’ commitment to a first-class education for their children. He graduated with Highest Honors in History in 1979 from Kenyon College, where he was a member of Phi Beta Kappa. O'Connor was also a standout student-athlete, playing soccer all four years and serving as co-captain of the men's team his senior year. O'Connor began his career at Procter & Gamble in 1979 as a Brand As...


5 Random Questions with Author Robert OConnor
03/05/2025

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Really! I'm A Grandparent Crossover: The Magic Grandfather Book (1979)
03/01/2025

Two shows on one show talking about a book.


Blindspot in America with Author/Educator Elom K Akoto
02/27/2025

Elom K. Akoto immigrated to the United States from Togo (West Africa). He earned a bachelor’s degree in Education and a master’s degree in TESOL (Teacher of English to Speakers of Other Languages). He is the founder of Learn and Care, a nonprofit organization that aims to promote Literacy and Adult Education, not only among immigrants but also among Native Americans who missed the opportunity to earn a high school diploma. The program offers ESL, literacy, GED preparation classes, and more. He self-published two ESL workbooks: Ideal Companion, ESL level 1 and Ideal Companion, ESL level 2. He teaches French in a...


5 Random Questions with Author Elom K Akoto!
02/25/2025

His book is Blindspot in America is out now!


Forgotten Hollywood Book On Military Encyclopedia Charts
02/21/2025

Forgotten Hollywood Book On Military Encyclopedia Charts and James explores that chart to find surprises! Forgotten Hollywood: Favorite War Films by Doug Hess and James Lott Jr is on AMazon kindle and paperback!


Riot Diet with RIchie McGinniss
02/10/2025

Growing up in Connecticut and Long Island, New York, McGinniss studied Arabic and Middle Eastern history at Georgetown University and traveled to Jordan, Turkey, Israel, Lebanon, and Egypt’s Tahrir Square less than a month before it became the flashpoint for the widespread protests and revolutions that erupted during the Arab Spring.
McGinniss next worked at the Al-Jazeera program “Min Washington,” broadcasting to households in Arabic throughout the Middle East, at NBC News’s Washington Bureau as a production assistant, and as the video director at Daily Caller, where he built a team of ten video producers.
While covering...


Barnes And Noble
01/20/2025

Barnes and Noble made an annoucement!


A Chat with Joel Brokaw
12/11/2024

The son of Hollywood Agent Norman Brokaw, Joel worte a book detailing his dad life in Hollywood, "Driving Marilyn". Norman did way more than that and James Has a great chat with Joel about him. Amazon.com is where the book can be found!


Flying In: My Adventures In Filmmaking with Producer Gretchen McGowan
11/26/2024

She is the award winning Queen of producing indie film projects and had worked with the likes of Shelley Winters, Debbie Harry and Wu Tang Clan and superstar directors like Brian De Palma, Jim Jarmusch, James Ivory. Gretchen is the head of production at GoldCrest films in NYC. James Lott Jr has a fun and informative conversation with her.


Beautiful Broken Love by Shanora Williams
11/21/2024

James Lott Jr has a great chat for new book Beautiful Broken Love by Shanora Williams. Follow her on IG @reallyshanora The book is available everywhere!


The Story Behind MY song 2020 (twice as nice)
10/23/2024

2020 (twice as nice) with Chog! 
Hear the story of releasing it not knowing how 2020 would actually turn out to be!


RIP Madonnas Brother
10/09/2024

JLJ revisits the NYT Bestselling Book, My Life with My Sister by Christopher Ciconne who just passed away a few days ago.


Way of the Cobra Couples with Authors Michele & Sean Kanan
10/02/2024

Emmy winner Sean Kanan (Netflix's Cobra Kai and CBS's The Bold & The Beautiful) and his Emmy-winning producer, writer, director, and wife, Michele Kanan, have teamed up to release their highly anticipated new book, Way of the COBRA Couples. This is the third installment in Sean’s acclaimed Way of the COBRA self-motivational series, but this time, he’s bringing a new dynamic voice into the mix: his co-Sensei and life partner, Michele. In Way of the COBRA Couples, Sean and Michele invite readers into their world, sharing the insights, experiences, and strategies that have helped them build a thriving partnership—both a...


Review of Presidents All You Need to Know by Carter Smith
09/28/2024

Never know what you will find for $1 at a Books Off store. James reviews this reference book that covers the presidents from the beginning to George W Bush.


Review of The Rise and Fall of Aaron Hernandez by James Patterson
09/24/2024

James read the book twice and with the FX/Hulu TV show American Crime Story out now, he shares his reaction to the book.


Not What She Seems with Yasmin Angoe
08/21/2024

After years of self-exile, Jacinda “Jac” Brodie is back in Brook Haven, South Carolina. But the small cliffside town no longer feels like home. Jac hasn’t been there since the beloved chief of police fell to his death—and all the whispers said she was to blame.That chief was Jac’s father.Racked with guilt, Jac left town with no plans to return. But when her granddad lands in the hospital, she rushes back to her family, bracing herself to confront the past.Brook Haven feels different now. Wealthy newcomer Faye Arden has transformed the notorious Moor Manor into a quain...


"Never Home: Remembering the Military Heroes Who Never Returned" with Richard Sherman
08/14/2024

"Never Home: Remembering the Military Heroes Who Never Returned" by Navy veteran and professional photographer Richard Sherman takes you on an emotional journey to all 23 of America's overseas World War I and World War II cemeteries managed by the American Battle Monuments Commission (ABMC). The book includes powerful images coupled with more than 50 biographies of individuals who perished during the wars and, even in death, have still not made it home. From Normandy to Manila, from Tunisia to Florence, and from Luxembourg to Provence, this book honors those who sacrificed everything to ensure our freedom.
He sits down with...


July -August 2024 Book Releases from JLJ Media
07/27/2024

July -August 2024 Book Releases from JLJ Media


Scared Vibrations Book and App Release with Jeralyn Glass
07/23/2024

Fascinating discoveries in science and medicine are revealing the many ways sound affects us at both a biological and an emotional level. At a time when people are seeking solace and healing as never before, distinguished musician and crystal singing bowl master teacher Jeralyn Glass has penned an intriguing narrative that impactfully shows how you can embrace the healing power of music.

Sacred Vibrations shares the remarkable story of the Glass’ rise to acclaim as a Broadway and opera singer who graced some of the world’s most celebrated stages. We walk with her as she shares her explo...


All Our Tomorrows by Catherine Bybee
06/17/2024

From New York Times bestselling author Catherine Bybee comes the story of a reluctant billionaire who takes on his father’s empire, its dark secrets, and a fiery assistant he can’t get out of his head.
Catherine is a #1 Wall Street Journal, Amazon, and Indie Reader bestselling author. In addition, her books have also graced The New York Times and USA Today bestsellers lists. In total, she has written thirty-nine beloved books that have collectively sold more than 11 million copies and have been translated into more than twenty languages.

Raised in Washington State, Bybee moved to Southern Cal...


In Between the Lyrics: My Opinion is the Only Opinion by James Lott Jr
06/14/2024

James goes into the creation of his hit song My Opinion is the Only Opinion by James Lott Jr (available everywhere online)


But I Don’t Have Time To Read
06/04/2024

James Lott Jr addresses that statement and gives suggestions.


Documentary Review: Butterfly In The Sky
05/29/2024

James Lott Jr reviews Butterfly IN the Sky, The Reading Rainbow Documentary on Netflix!


The Missing Peace: Rewire Your Brain, Reduce Anxiety, and Recreate Your Life w/Laura Rhodes Levin
05/06/2024

The Missing Peace will show readers how to cultivate and nurture the core traits mattering most to them. They will re-parent themselves to well-being, vibrant energy, and emotional stability and be shown there is just as much to nurture as there is to nature. It is never too late. After reading this book, the reader will understand their anxiety, learn how to harness it, shift focus to what they love, and live the life they want. James Lott Jr has a conversation with author Laura Rhodes Levin lmft missingpeace4anxiety.com


Grammy Nominated Singer/Songwriter YawnyBlew
04/17/2024

James has a fun conversation with the East Coast based performer. YawnyBlew is the brainchild of Brooklyn-based songwriter Johny Gonzalez. Debuting in 2020, YawnyBlew was initially a vehicle to showcase music during the global pandemic, but eventually evolved into a vehicle for self discovery, artist expression and industry reform for the Grammy and NME nominated creative. Beginning his professional songwriting career in 2017, Yawny scored his first placement “Light It All Up” for the television series Empire. Produced by Rodney Jerkins, the protest anthem was featured in season 3 and sung by Rumer Willis. He would go on to pen three additional songs that...