Lilac Wine - The Podcast
It was the summer of 1917. Abelia Brody and Robert Bishop are two lonely people brought together by fate, in a time of war. Lilac Wine weaves their story through the lens of history. Join author Bruce Janu as he reads from his novel-in-progress, bringing his audience on a candid journey through the creative writing process. Become part of the process, offer suggestions and constructive criticism. Lilac Wine: The Podcast is a unique, crowd-edited novel in real-time. Join the discussion, make suggestions, comment on the novel at http://www.lilacwinenovel.com ABOUT THE AUTHOR Bruce Janu's first documentary, Facing Sudan, hit...
Tue, August 20, 2019
An unexpected visitor changes everything
On this, the season finale of Lilac Wine-The Podcast, Billy considers enlisting in order to get out of Lilly Springs when an unexpected visitor changes everything. Lilac Wine is a work of historical fiction. Set in 1917, it tells the story of two lonely people brought together by fate in a time of war. After the reading, author Bruce Janu discusses how he approached writing this chapter and the future of Lilac Wine. Lilac Wine - The Podcast is a unique show where author Bruce Janu reads a chapter of his historical novel-in-progress every other week, chapter by chapter, eventually finishing it as the podcast progresses. This podcasts brings the audience on a candid journey through the creative writing process. Become part of the process, offer suggestions and constructive criticism. Lilac Wine: The Podcast is a unique, crowd-edited novel in real-time. Listeners are invited to comment and discuss each episode at lilacwinenovel.com
Tue, August 06, 2019
Robert and Abelia share an awkward dance
Robert delivers a record to Abelia and they share an awkward dance to the fast paced music of the Original Dixieland Jass Band. Lilac Wine is a work of historical fiction. Set in 1917, it tells the story of two lonely people brought together by fate in a time of war. After the reading, author Bruce Janu discusses how he approached writing this chapter and discusses the origin of jazz music. Lilac Wine - The Podcast is a unique show where author Bruce Janu reads a chapter of his historical novel-in-progress every other week, chapter by chapter, eventually finishing it as the podcast progresses. This podcasts brings the audience on a candid journey through the creative writing process. Become part of the process, offer suggestions and constructive criticism. Lilac Wine: The Podcast is a unique, crowd-edited novel in real-time. Listeners are invited to comment and discuss each episode at lilacwinenovel.com
Tue, July 23, 2019
As Robert contemplates Art's death, music brings him out into the night
Art is lying in rest in his front parlor with Robert standing vigil, as is the custom in Lily Springs. But soft music brings Robert out into the night and he confronts his feelings for the first time. Lilac Wine is a work of historical fiction. Set in 1917, it tells the story of two lonely people brought together by fate in a time of war. After the reading, author Bruce Janu discusses how he approached writing this chapter and gives details as to how he knows the actual date of his fictionalized events. Lilac Wine - The Podcast is a unique show where author Bruce Janu reads a chapter of his historical novel-in-progress every other week, chapter by chapter, eventually finishing it as the podcast progresses. This podcasts brings the audience on a candid journey through the creative writing process. Become part of the process, offer suggestions and constructive criticism. Lilac Wine: The Podcast is a unique, crowd-edited novel in real-time. Listeners are invited to comment and discuss each episode at lilacwinenovel.com
Tue, July 09, 2019
Billy takes Robert "jugging" for catfish
Trying to lure Robert with river Americana, Billy takes him "jugging" for catfish. Lilac Wine is a work of historical fiction. Set in 1917, it tells the story of two lonely people brought together by fate in a time of war. After the reading, author Bruce Janu discusses how he approached writing this chapter and gives details as to how he knows the actual date of his fictionalized events. Lilac Wine - The Podcast is a unique show where author Bruce Janu reads a chapter of his historical novel-in-progress week by week, chapter by chapter, eventually finishing it as the podcast progresses. This podcasts brings the audience on a candid journey through the creative writing process. Become part of the process, offer suggestions and constructive criticism. Lilac Wine: The Podcast is a unique, crowd-edited novel in real-time. Listeners are invited to comment and discuss each episode at lilacwinenovel.com
Tue, June 25, 2019
After having the waking dream of war, Robert walks Abelia home.
Robert deals with the aftermath of his waking dream and ponders his choice of coming to Lily Springs. Lilac Wine is a work of historical fiction. Set in 1917, it tells the story of two lonely people brought together by fate in a time of war. After the reading, author Bruce Janu discusses how he approached writing this chapter. Lilac Wine - The Podcast is a unique show where author Bruce Janu reads a chapter of his historical novel-in-progress week by week, chapter by chapter, eventually finishing it as the podcast progresses. This podcasts brings the audience on a candid journey through the creative writing process. Become part of the process, offer suggestions and constructive criticism. Lilac Wine: The Podcast is a unique, crowd-edited novel in real-time. Listeners are invited to comment and discuss each episode at lilacwinenovel.com
Tue, June 11, 2019
A special guest arrives at the 4th of July celebration
It is the Fourth of July and Ellie's special guest arrives in olive drab, hawking Liberty Loans. Lilac Wine is a work of historical fiction. Set in 1917, it tells the story of two lonely people brought together by fate in a time of war. After the reading, author Bruce Janu discusses how he approached writing this chapter. Lilac Wine - The Podcast is a unique show where author Bruce Janu reads a chapter of his historical novel-in-progress week by week, chapter by chapter, eventually finishing it as the podcast progresses. This podcasts brings the audience on a candid journey through the creative writing process. Become part of the process, offer suggestions and constructive criticism. Lilac Wine: The Podcast is a unique, crowd-edited novel in real-time. Listeners are invited to comment and discuss each episode at lilacwinenovel.com
Tue, June 04, 2019
Fourth of July, 1917
As the 4th of July celebration begins in the town triangle, Robert wonders if Abelia is going to make an appearance. Lilac Wine is a work of historical fiction. Set in 1917, it tells the story of two lonely people brought together by fate in a time of war. After the reading, author Bruce Janu discusses how he approached writing this chapter. Lilac Wine - The Podcast is a unique show where author Bruce Janu reads a chapter of his historical novel-in-progress week by week, chapter by chapter, eventually finishing it as the podcast progresses. This podcasts brings the audience on a candid journey through the creative writing process. Become part of the process, offer suggestions and constructive criticism. Lilac Wine: The Podcast is a unique, crowd-edited novel in real-time. Listeners are invited to comment and discuss each episode at lilacwinenovel.com
Tue, May 21, 2019
The War invades Robert's dreams, again.
Robert has another dream of the war. This time it is more real. More terrifying. Lilac Wine is a work of historical fiction. Set in 1917, it tells the story of two lonely people brought together by fate in a time of war. After the reading, author Bruce Janu discusses how he approached writing this chapter. Lilac Wine - The Podcast is a unique show where author Bruce Janu reads a chapter of his historical novel-in-progress week by week, chapter by chapter, eventually finishing it as the podcast progresses. This podcasts brings the audience on a candid journey through the creative writing process. Become part of the process, offer suggestions and constructive criticism. Lilac Wine: The Podcast is a unique, crowd-edited novel in real-time. Listeners are invited to comment and discuss each episode at lilacwinenovel.com
Tue, May 14, 2019
The "Clara Barton of Plants" attends to Roberts wounds
Robert pays a visit to Abelia and she tends his wound with a salve made from marigolds and arnica. Lilac Wine is a work of historical fiction. Set in 1917, it tells the story of two lonely people brought together by fate in a time of war. After the reading, author Bruce Janu discusses how he approached writing this chapter. Lilac Wine - The Podcast is a unique show where author Bruce Janu reads a chapter of his historical novel-in-progress week by week, chapter by chapter, eventually finishing it as the podcast progresses. This podcasts brings the audience on a candid journey through the creative writing process. Become part of the process, offer suggestions and constructive criticism. Lilac Wine: The Podcast is a unique, crowd-edited novel in real-time. Listeners are invited to comment and discuss each episode at lilacwinenovel.com
Tue, April 30, 2019
The fight aboard the Sidney reverberates throughout Lily Springs
After waking up the next day, Robert is confronted by Art and Tom about the incident aboard the Sidney and he learns firsthand how a small town operates. Lilac Wine is a work of historical fiction. Set in 1917, it tells the story of two lonely people brought together by fate in a time of war. After the reading, author Bruce Janu discusses how he approached writing this chapter. Lilac Wine - The Podcast is a unique show where author Bruce Janu reads a chapter of his historical novel-in-progress week by week, chapter by chapter, eventually finishing it as the podcast progresses. This podcasts brings the audience on a candid journey through the creative writing process. Become part of the process, offer suggestions and constructive criticism. Lilac Wine: The Podcast is a unique, crowd-edited novel in real-time. Listeners are invited to comment and discuss each episode at lilacwinenovel.com
Tue, April 23, 2019
Chapter 15
Robert tries to piece together what happened on the Sidney, and Billy gets a telegram from Streckfus Steamers. Lilac Wine is a work of historical fiction. Set in 1917, it tells the story of two lonely people brought together by fate in a time of war. After the reading, author Bruce Janu discusses how he approached writing this chapter. Lilac Wine - The Podcast is a unique show where author Bruce Janu reads a chapter of his historical novel-in-progress week by week, chapter by chapter, eventually finishing it as the podcast progresses. This podcasts brings the audience on a candid journey through the creative writing process. Become part of the process, offer suggestions and constructive criticism. Lilac Wine: The Podcast is a unique, crowd-edited novel in real-time. Listeners are invited to comment and discuss each episode at lilacwinenovel.com
Tue, April 16, 2019
Chapter 14
The excursion on the SS Sidney takes a turn for the worse for Robert and Billy. Lilac Wine is a work of historical fiction. Set in 1917, it tells the story of two lonely people brought together by fate in a time of war. After the reading, author Bruce Janu discusses how he approached writing this chapter. Lilac Wine - The Podcast is a unique show where author Bruce Janu reads a chapter of his historical novel-in-progress week by week, chapter by chapter, eventually finishing it as the podcast progresses. This podcasts brings the audience on a candid journey through the creative writing process. Become part of the process, offer suggestions and constructive criticism. Lilac Wine: The Podcast is a unique, crowd-edited novel in real-time. Listeners are invited to comment and discuss each episode at lilacwinenovel.com
Tue, April 09, 2019
Chapter 13
Billy takes Robert for an unconventional trip on the SS Sidney, a streamer tramping along the upper Mississippi. They listen to some music from Fate Marable and Robert has his first real beer since coming to Lily Springs. Lilac Wine is a work of historical fiction. Set in 1917, it tells the story of two lonely people brought together by fate in a time of war. After the reading, author Bruce Janu discusses how he approached writing this chapter. Lilac Wine - The Podcast is a unique show where author Bruce Janu reads a chapter of his historical novel-in-progress week by week, chapter by chapter, eventually finishing it as the podcast progresses. This podcasts brings the audience on a candid journey through the creative writing process. Become part of the process, offer suggestions and constructive criticism. Lilac Wine: The Podcast is a unique, crowd-edited novel in real-time. Listeners are invited to comment and discuss each episode at lilacwinenovel.com
Tue, April 02, 2019
Chapter 12
Abelia makes some gazpacho and is surprised at how she feels when Robert visits once again. Lilac Wine is a work of historical fiction. Set in 1917, it tells the story of two lonely people brought together by fate in a time of war. After the reading, author Bruce Janu discusses how he approached writing this chapter. Lilac Wine - The Podcast is a unique show where author Bruce Janu reads a chapter of his historical novel-in-progress week by week, chapter by chapter, eventually finishing it as the podcast progresses. This podcasts brings the audience on a candid journey through the creative writing process. Become part of the process, offer suggestions and constructive criticism. Lilac Wine: The Podcast is a unique, crowd-edited novel in real-time. Listeners are invited to comment and discuss each episode at lilacwinenovel.com
Tue, March 26, 2019
Chapter 11
In this chapter, Robert begins delivering mail in Lily Springs. And he discovers that everybody has an opinion about the strange woman who lives at 24 River Road. But when he enters Abelia's garden he discovers that she is not what people claim. Lilac Wine is a work of historical fiction. Set in 1917, it tells the story of two lonely people brought together by fate in a time of war. After the reading, author Bruce Janu discusses how he approached writing this chapter. Lilac Wine - The Podcast is a unique show where author Bruce Janu reads a chapter of his historical novel-in-progress week by week, chapter by chapter, eventually finishing it as the podcast progresses. This podcasts brings the audience on a candid journey through the creative writing process. Become part of the process, offer suggestions and constructive criticism. Lilac Wine: The Podcast is a unique, crowd-edited novel in real-time. Listeners are invited to comment and discuss each episode at lilacwinenovel.com
Tue, March 05, 2019
Chapter 10
In this chapter, Billy takes Robert to his favorite spot along the bank of the Mississippi. They drink bevo and watch a paddle boat make its way upstream. Lilac Wine is a work of historical fiction. Set in 1917, it tells the story of two lonely people brought together by fate in a time of war. After the reading, author Bruce Janu discusses researching how to drive a 1913 Ford Model T. Lilac Wine - The Podcast is a unique show where author Bruce Janu reads a chapter of his historical novel-in-progress week by week, chapter by chapter, eventually finishing it as the podcast progresses. This podcasts brings the audience on a candid journey through the creative writing process. Become part of the process, offer suggestions and constructive criticism. Lilac Wine: The Podcast is a unique, crowd-edited novel in real-time. Listeners are invited to comment and discuss each episode at lilacwinenovel.com
Tue, February 26, 2019
Chapter 9
In this chapter, Robert arrives in Lily Springs, meets some of the townspeople and goes for a joy ride around the town triangle. Lilac Wine is a work of historical fiction. Set in 1917, it tells the story of two lonely people brought together by fate in a time of war. After the reading, author Bruce Janu discusses researching how to drive a 1913 Ford Model T. Lilac Wine - The Podcast is a unique show where author Bruce Janu reads a chapter of his historical novel-in-progress week by week, chapter by chapter, eventually finishing it as the podcast progresses. This podcasts brings the audience on a candid journey through the creative writing process. Become part of the process, offer suggestions and constructive criticism. Lilac Wine: The Podcast is a unique, crowd-edited novel in real-time. Listeners are invited to comment and discuss each episode at lilacwinenovel.com
Tue, February 19, 2019
Chapter 8
The war becomes frighteningly real for Robert. Lilac Wine is a work of historical fiction. Set in 1917, it tells the story of two lonely people brought together by fate in a time of war. After the reading, Bruce discusses the research that went into this chapter, in particular the battle sequence. Lilac Wine - The Podcast is a unique show where author Bruce Janu reads a chapter of his historical novel-in-progress week by week, chapter by chapter, eventually finishing it as the podcast progresses. This podcasts brings the audience on a candid journey through the creative writing process. Become part of the process, offer suggestions and constructive criticism. Lilac Wine: The Podcast is a unique, crowd-edited novel in real-time. Listeners are invited to comment and discuss each episode at lilacwinenovel.com
Tue, February 12, 2019
Chapter 7
Abelia pours herself some wine and puts her favorite disc on her talking machine. This is a typical night for Abelia Brody. But things are soon to change. Lilac Wine is a work of historical fiction. Set in 1917, it tells the story of two lonely people brought together by fate in a time of war. After the reading, Bruce discusses the music in the episode and a little about John McCormack and Alessandro Moreschi, the only "castrato" to be recorded. Lilac Wine - The Podcast is a unique show where author Bruce Janu reads a chapter of his historical novel-in-progress week by week, chapter by chapter, eventually finishing it as the podcast progresses. This podcasts brings the audience on a candid journey through the creative writing process. Become part of the process, offer suggestions and constructive criticism. Lilac Wine: The Podcast is a unique, crowd-edited novel in real-time. Listeners are invited to comment and discuss each episode at lilacwinenovel.com
Tue, February 05, 2019
Chapter 6
Back in Chicago, Robert pays a visit to the seedy Gem Theater to watch a Charlie Chaplin film before catching a train the next morning to Lily Springs. But things do not go as planned. The war has invaded Chicago. Lilac Wine is a work of historical fiction. Set in 1917, it tells the story of two lonely people brought together by fate in a time of war. Lilac Wine - The Podcast is a unique show where author Bruce Janu reads a chapter of his historical novel-in-progress week by week, chapter by chapter, eventually finishing it as the podcast progresses. This podcasts brings the audience on a candid journey through the creative writing process. Become part of the process, offer suggestions and constructive criticism. Lilac Wine: The Podcast is a unique, crowd-edited novel in real-time. Listeners are invited to comment and discuss each episode at lilacwinenovel.com
Tue, January 29, 2019
Chapter 5
We are back in Lily Springs in Chapter 5 of Lilac Wine. Abelia has some unwanted guests in her garden, tearing up vegetables and flowers. Lilac Wine is a work of historical fiction. Set in 1917, it tells the story of two lonely people brought together by fate in a time of war. Lilac Wine - The Podcast is a unique show where author Bruce Janu reads a chapter of his historical novel-in-progress week by week, chapter by chapter, eventually finishing it as the podcast progresses. This podcasts brings the audience on a candid journey through the creative writing process. Become part of the process, offer suggestions and constructive criticism. Lilac Wine: The Podcast is a unique, crowd-edited novel in real-time. Listeners are invited to comment and discuss each episode at lilacwinenovel.com
Tue, January 22, 2019
Chapter 4
Robert pays a visit to Conrad's Tavern, contemplating his uncle's offer. After reading the chapter, author Bruce Janu discusses the plight of Germans in Chicago in 1917. Lilac Wine is a work of historical fiction. Set in 1917, it tells the story of two lonely people brought together by fate in a time of war. Lilac Wine - The Podcast is a unique show where author Bruce Janu reads a chapter of his historical novel-in-progress week by week, chapter by chapter, eventually finishing it as the podcast progresses. This podcasts brings the audience on a candid journey through the creative writing process. Become part of the process, offer suggestions and constructive criticism. Lilac Wine: The Podcast is a unique, crowd-edited novel in real-time. Listeners are invited to comment and discuss each episode at lilacwinenovel.com
Tue, January 15, 2019
Chapter 3
Robert Bishop had worked at his uncle's piano factory in Chicago on "Piano Row" for a couple years. That all changed in June, 1917. Lilac Wine is a work of historical fiction. Set in 1917, it tells the story of two lonely people brought together by fate in a time of war. Lilac Wine - The Podcast is a unique show where author Bruce Janu reads a chapter of his historical novel-in-progress week by week, chapter by chapter, eventually finishing it as the podcast progresses. This podcasts brings the audience on a candid journey through the creative writing process. Become part of the process, offer suggestions and constructive criticism. Lilac Wine: The Podcast is a unique, crowd-edited novel in real-time. Listeners are invited to comment and discuss each episode at lilacwinenovel.com
Tue, January 08, 2019
Chapter 2
After Owen's accident at the swimming hole, Abelia's picnic in interrupted by a black cherry wine-induced dream. This is Lilac Wine, Chapter 2. Lilac Wine is a work of historical fiction. Set in 1917, it tells the story of two lonely people brought together by fate in a time of war. Lilac Wine - The Podcast is a unique show where author Bruce Janu reads a chapter of his historical novel-in-progress week by week, chapter by chapter, eventually finishing it as the podcast progresses. This podcasts brings the audience on a candid journey through the creative writing process. Become part of the process, offer suggestions and constructive criticism. Lilac Wine: The Podcast is a unique, crowd-edited novel in real-time. Listeners are invited to comment and discuss each episode at lilacwinenovel.com
Tue, January 01, 2019
Chapter 1
After an accident at the swimming hole, several residents of Lily Springs gather in the square to find the source of the strange sound floating into Lily Springs. Join author Bruce Janu as he reads from his novel-in-progress, Lilac Wine . .. .. On this podcast series, Bruce Janu releases the rough draft of his novel, Lilac Wine , chapter by chapter and then discusses the inspirations and difficulties in writing each chapter. The podcast offers a candid look at the creative process. Listeners are invited to comment and discuss each episode at lilacwinenovel.com .. .. Lilac Wine is a work of historical fiction. Set in 1917, it tells the story of two lonely people brought together by fate in a time of war. First World War, World War One, Iowa, 1917, Novel, Creative Writing, Novel-in-Progress
Wed, December 26, 2018
"Prologue"
On this episode of Lilac Wine-The Podcast, author Bruce Janu reads the prologue from his novel, introducing us to Abelia Brody, the loneliest person in Lily Springs. .. .. Lilac Wine is a novel-in-progress. On this podcast series, Bruce Janu releases the rough draft, chapter by chapter and then discusses the inspirations and the difficulties in writing each chapter. The podcast is a candid look at the creative process. Listeners are invited to comment and discuss each episode at http://www.lilacwinenovel.com .. ..
Fri, December 14, 2018
Inspirations, Music and Creativity - The Influences Behind Lilac Wine
On this episode of Lilac Wine-The Podcast, author Bruce Janu discusses the creative process and how music, for him, is the seed of creativity. He plays a song from his favorite band, Over the Rhine, which provided the inspiration for the story of Lilac Wine. In addition, he gives a shout-out to a teacher he had in 8th grade who gave him some much needed encouragement to write. .. .. Over the Rhine graciously permitted the playing of their song "Flanders Fields" for this episode. In addition, excerpts from "I Want You to Be My Love," "Drunkard's Prayer," and "Etcetera Whatever" are also played. These songs are copyrighted by Over the Rhine and appear in this podcast with permission from the band and their management company. More information about Over the Rhine can be found at www.overtherhine.com #SupportIndependentMusic .. .. What inspires your creativity? Join the discussion at www.lilacwinenovel.com
Mon, December 03, 2018
Preview: The Story of Lilac Wine
What is the story of Lilac Wine? On this, the first official episode, author Bruce Janu introduces us to the town of Lily Springs, to Abelia Brody and Robert Bishop. This preview episode gets behind the novel and the purpose of the podcast. Visit http://www.lilacwinenovel.com to join the discussion, make comments and ask questions.
Mon, November 26, 2018
Lilac Wine - The Podcast - Premieres January 1, 2019
It was the summer of 1917. Abelia Brody and Robert Bishop are two lonely people brought together by fate, in a time of war. Lilac Wine weaves their story through the lens of history. Join author Bruce Janu as he reads from his novel-in-progress, bringing his audience on a candid journey through the creative writing process. Become part of the process, offer suggestions and constructive criticism. Lilac Wine: The Podcast is a unique, crowd-edited novel in real-time. More information can be found at http://www.lilacwine.com ABOUT THE AUTHOR Bruce Janu's first documentary, Facing Sudan, hit the festival circuit in 2007, winning two best documentary awards. In 2008, he released a follow-up,Crayons and Paper. Both films are available for streaming on Amazon Prime and for download at Bell, Book and Camera Productions. Currently, he is working on his first novel, Lilac Wine and hosts an internet radio station called Vinyl Voyage Radio. He also hosts a weekly show dedicated to Frank Sinatra called The FS Detention Club. Bruce is a teacher by trade and lives outside of Chicago with his wife and two boys.
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