Offbeat Journeys Transistor (https://transistor.fm) https://feeds.transistor.fm/offbeat-journeys Offbeat Journeys. Books that shaped us. Stories that shift us. Conversations with indie authors and occasional solo wanderings, about the stories that leave a mark. Hosted by James, Offbeat Journeys explores the books that influenced how we think, write, and see the world. Some episodes feature deep conversations with independent author. Others follow James down the winding road of writing and self-publishing life. Whether you're an indie author, a curious reader, or someone who just loves hearing how stories shape people - there's a place for you here. © James Molloy | Offbeat Journeys 2025 b694953d-c33d-55ab-869a-1386cc25512d no Welcome to Offbeat Journeys en Sat, 25 Apr 2026 06:00:05 +0100 Sat, 25 Apr 2026 06:01:22 +0100 https://img.transistorcdn.com/biyK83HNhwK-u7xl2AvHoLGAxDI1NCg0-1gLLqvrDic/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:1400/h:1400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS8xMDM3/OGMwMGFmNGJiMTUz/MGFlMjQ0NjMzNTM3/MmVjZS5qcGVn.jpg Offbeat Journeys episodic James Molloy Offbeat Journeys. Books that shaped us. Stories that shift us. Conversations with indie authors and occasional solo wanderings, about the stories that leave a mark. Hosted by James, Offbeat Journeys explores the books that influenced how we think, write, and see the world. Some episodes feature deep conversations with independent author. Others follow James down the winding road of writing and self-publishing life. Whether you're an indie author, a curious reader, or someone who just loves hearing how stories shape people - there's a place for you here. Offbeat Journeys. indie authors, self-publishing, author interviews, writing journey, creative process, character-driven fiction, books that changed my life, storytelling, offbeat stories, emotional writing, writer reflections, behind the book, books that shaped me, life-changing books, quiet rebellion James Molloy jamesmolloy732@gmail.com No No The Books That Made Me Angry 7 7 The Books That Made Me Angry full a0fb1a06-1679-42fa-95b6-17b5d23542ec https://share.transistor.fm/s/49016287 “Every book leaves a mark. This is where we talk about it.”

 

In this episode of Offbeat Journeys, I discuss the books that inspired anger in me. 

I talk about how these books make you think about collective responsibility, holding others to account and about the willingness to not stay silent when it matters. In this episode:

 

· The book that made me think about collective responsibility

· The one that brought industrial cruelty to the forefront of our minds

· And how far we've come in mental health treatment and how far we still must go

 

I talk about how silence, even though it can sometimes be powerful, when used incorrectly, can inadvertently allow harm to continue. 

 

If you’ve ever felt understood by a book… if you love stories that linger… or if you’re curious about how writers are shaped by the books they read — you’re in the right place.

Subscribe, settle in, and join the journey.

 

📚 Books Mentioned

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· Night by Elie Weisel

· A Child Called 'It' by Dave Pelzer

· The Kite Runner Khaled Hosseini
. One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest by Ken Kesey
. The Glass Castle by Jeannette Walls

 

✍️ Connect with Me

Newsletter → Offbeat Journeys by James

My Books → Wednesday’s Child
Facebook → https://www.facebook.com/molloywrites 

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LinkedIn → https://www.linkedin.com/in/james-molloy-23a9b822b

TikTok → https://www.tiktok.com/@molloywrites

Bluesky → https://bsky.app/profile/molloywrites.bsky.social

 

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]]> “Every book leaves a mark. This is where we talk about it.”

 

In this episode of Offbeat Journeys, I discuss the books that inspired anger in me. 

I talk about how these books make you think about collective responsibility, holding others to account and about the willingness to not stay silent when it matters. In this episode:

 

· The book that made me think about collective responsibility

· The one that brought industrial cruelty to the forefront of our minds

· And how far we've come in mental health treatment and how far we still must go

 

I talk about how silence, even though it can sometimes be powerful, when used incorrectly, can inadvertently allow harm to continue. 

 

If you’ve ever felt understood by a book… if you love stories that linger… or if you’re curious about how writers are shaped by the books they read — you’re in the right place.

Subscribe, settle in, and join the journey.

 

📚 Books Mentioned

(Some links may be affiliate links. If you choose to purchase through them, it supports the show at no extra cost to you.)

 

· Night by Elie Weisel

· A Child Called 'It' by Dave Pelzer

· The Kite Runner Khaled Hosseini
. One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest by Ken Kesey
. The Glass Castle by Jeannette Walls

 

✍️ Connect with Me

Newsletter → Offbeat Journeys by James

My Books → Wednesday’s Child
Facebook → https://www.facebook.com/molloywrites 

Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/molloywrites

LinkedIn → https://www.linkedin.com/in/james-molloy-23a9b822b

TikTok → https://www.tiktok.com/@molloywrites

Bluesky → https://bsky.app/profile/molloywrites.bsky.social

 

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]]> Sat, 25 Apr 2026 06:00:00 +0100 James Molloy James Molloy 564 “Every book leaves a mark. This is where we talk about it.”

 

In this episode of Offbeat Journeys, I discuss the books that inspired anger in me. 

I talk about how these books make you think about collective responsibility, holding others to account and about the willingness to not stay silent when it matters. In this episode:

 

· The book that made me think about collective responsibility

· The one that brought industrial cruelty to the forefront of our minds

· And how far we've come in mental health treatment and how far we still must go

 

I talk about how silence, even though it can sometimes be powerful, when used incorrectly, can inadvertently allow harm to continue. 

 

If you’ve ever felt understood by a book… if you love stories that linger… or if you’re curious about how writers are shaped by the books they read — you’re in the right place.

Subscribe, settle in, and join the journey.

 

📚 Books Mentioned

(Some links may be affiliate links. If you choose to purchase through them, it supports the show at no extra cost to you.)

 

· Night by Elie Weisel

· A Child Called 'It' by Dave Pelzer

· The Kite Runner Khaled Hosseini
. One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest by Ken Kesey
. The Glass Castle by Jeannette Walls

 

✍️ Connect with Me

Newsletter → Offbeat Journeys by James

My Books → Wednesday’s Child
Facebook → https://www.facebook.com/molloywrites 

Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/molloywrites

LinkedIn → https://www.linkedin.com/in/james-molloy-23a9b822b

TikTok → https://www.tiktok.com/@molloywrites

Bluesky → https://bsky.app/profile/molloywrites.bsky.social

 

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]]> indie authors, self-publishing, author interviews, writing journey, creative process, character-driven fiction, books that changed my life, storytelling, offbeat stories, emotional writing, writer reflections, behind the book, books that shaped me, life-changing books, quiet rebellion No The Books That Kept Me Steady 6 6 The Books That Kept Me Steady full 1c62defb-ca4d-49dc-b31a-6b136aab15a2 https://share.transistor.fm/s/e7faa46f “Every book leaves a mark. This is where we talk about it.”

 

In this episode of Offbeat Journeys, I discuss the books that taught me about resilience. 

I talk about how these books helped me define personal responsibility, patience and meaning. In this episode I discuss:

 

· The book that reminded me about personal accountability

· The one that taught me about patience and taking the long view

· And how one who endured the most horrific conditions still found a way to make meaning. 

 

I talk about how, no matter the scale of the difficulty, some books remind us that it is all about stepping back, re-evaluating, and going again.

 

If you’ve ever felt understood by a book… if you love stories that linger… or if you’re curious about how writers are shaped by the books they read — you’re in the right place.

Subscribe, settle in, and join the journey.

 

📚 Books Mentioned

(Some links may be affiliate links. If you choose to purchase through them, it supports the show at no extra cost to you.)

 

· Can't Hurt Me by David Goggins

· Long Walk to Freedom by Nelson Mandela

· Man's Search for Meaning by Viktor Frankl
. Unkindness by James Molloy (Upcoming, 2026)

 

✍️ Connect with Me

Newsletter → Offbeat Journeys by James

My Books → Wednesday’s Child
Facebook → https://www.facebook.com/molloywrites 

Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/molloywrites

LinkedIn → https://www.linkedin.com/in/james-molloy-23a9b822b

TikTok → https://www.tiktok.com/@molloywrites

Bluesky → https://bsky.app/profile/molloywrites.bsky.social

 

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]]> “Every book leaves a mark. This is where we talk about it.”

 

In this episode of Offbeat Journeys, I discuss the books that taught me about resilience. 

I talk about how these books helped me define personal responsibility, patience and meaning. In this episode I discuss:

 

· The book that reminded me about personal accountability

· The one that taught me about patience and taking the long view

· And how one who endured the most horrific conditions still found a way to make meaning. 

 

I talk about how, no matter the scale of the difficulty, some books remind us that it is all about stepping back, re-evaluating, and going again.

 

If you’ve ever felt understood by a book… if you love stories that linger… or if you’re curious about how writers are shaped by the books they read — you’re in the right place.

Subscribe, settle in, and join the journey.

 

📚 Books Mentioned

(Some links may be affiliate links. If you choose to purchase through them, it supports the show at no extra cost to you.)

 

· Can't Hurt Me by David Goggins

· Long Walk to Freedom by Nelson Mandela

· Man's Search for Meaning by Viktor Frankl
. Unkindness by James Molloy (Upcoming, 2026)

 

✍️ Connect with Me

Newsletter → Offbeat Journeys by James

My Books → Wednesday’s Child
Facebook → https://www.facebook.com/molloywrites 

Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/molloywrites

LinkedIn → https://www.linkedin.com/in/james-molloy-23a9b822b

TikTok → https://www.tiktok.com/@molloywrites

Bluesky → https://bsky.app/profile/molloywrites.bsky.social

 

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]]> Fri, 06 Mar 2026 15:00:00 +0000 James Molloy James Molloy 666 “Every book leaves a mark. This is where we talk about it.”

 

In this episode of Offbeat Journeys, I discuss the books that taught me about resilience. 

I talk about how these books helped me define personal responsibility, patience and meaning. In this episode I discuss:

 

· The book that reminded me about personal accountability

· The one that taught me about patience and taking the long view

· And how one who endured the most horrific conditions still found a way to make meaning. 

 

I talk about how, no matter the scale of the difficulty, some books remind us that it is all about stepping back, re-evaluating, and going again.

 

If you’ve ever felt understood by a book… if you love stories that linger… or if you’re curious about how writers are shaped by the books they read — you’re in the right place.

Subscribe, settle in, and join the journey.

 

📚 Books Mentioned

(Some links may be affiliate links. If you choose to purchase through them, it supports the show at no extra cost to you.)

 

· Can't Hurt Me by David Goggins

· Long Walk to Freedom by Nelson Mandela

· Man's Search for Meaning by Viktor Frankl
. Unkindness by James Molloy (Upcoming, 2026)

 

✍️ Connect with Me

Newsletter → Offbeat Journeys by James

My Books → Wednesday’s Child
Facebook → https://www.facebook.com/molloywrites 

Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/molloywrites

LinkedIn → https://www.linkedin.com/in/james-molloy-23a9b822b

TikTok → https://www.tiktok.com/@molloywrites

Bluesky → https://bsky.app/profile/molloywrites.bsky.social

 

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]]> indie authors, self-publishing, author interviews, writing journey, creative process, character-driven fiction, books that changed my life, storytelling, offbeat stories, emotional writing, writer reflections, behind the book, books that shaped me, life-changing books, quiet rebellion No The Books That Changed How I See People 5 5 The Books That Changed How I See People full 8207aa49-afac-4e3d-b508-87792b6e4c92 https://share.transistor.fm/s/6905909f “Every book leaves a mark. This is where we talk about it.”

 

In this episode of Offbeat Journeys, I discuss the books that changed how I see people. 

I talk about how these books helped me reframe resilience, bravery, self-respect and empathy. In this episode I discuss:

 

· The book that made re-evaluate quiet strength

· The one that made me see how different the system can be for different people

· And how judging people based on external first impressions might be a mistake

 

I talk about how books can make us take a moment to re-evaluate judgements we felt sure about and help us to see people and the systems we all must live inside, in an entirely new perspective.  

 

If you’ve ever felt understood by a book… if you love stories that linger… or if you’re curious about how writers are shaped by the books they read — you’re in the right place.

Subscribe, settle in, and join the journey.

 

📚 Books Mentioned

(Some links may be affiliate links. If you choose to purchase through them, it supports the show at no extra cost to you.)

 

· Unbroken by Laura Hillenbrand

· Up From Slavery by Booker T. Washington

· Ego Is The Enemy by Ryan Holiday

 

✍️ Connect with Me

Newsletter → Offbeat Journeys by James

My Books → Wednesday’s Child
Facebook → https://www.facebook.com/molloywrites 

Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/molloywrites

LinkedIn → https://www.linkedin.com/in/james-molloy-23a9b822b

TikTok → https://www.tiktok.com/@molloywrites

Bluesky → https://bsky.app/profile/molloywrites.bsky.social

 

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]]> “Every book leaves a mark. This is where we talk about it.”

 

In this episode of Offbeat Journeys, I discuss the books that changed how I see people. 

I talk about how these books helped me reframe resilience, bravery, self-respect and empathy. In this episode I discuss:

 

· The book that made re-evaluate quiet strength

· The one that made me see how different the system can be for different people

· And how judging people based on external first impressions might be a mistake

 

I talk about how books can make us take a moment to re-evaluate judgements we felt sure about and help us to see people and the systems we all must live inside, in an entirely new perspective.  

 

If you’ve ever felt understood by a book… if you love stories that linger… or if you’re curious about how writers are shaped by the books they read — you’re in the right place.

Subscribe, settle in, and join the journey.

 

📚 Books Mentioned

(Some links may be affiliate links. If you choose to purchase through them, it supports the show at no extra cost to you.)

 

· Unbroken by Laura Hillenbrand

· Up From Slavery by Booker T. Washington

· Ego Is The Enemy by Ryan Holiday

 

✍️ Connect with Me

Newsletter → Offbeat Journeys by James

My Books → Wednesday’s Child
Facebook → https://www.facebook.com/molloywrites 

Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/molloywrites

LinkedIn → https://www.linkedin.com/in/james-molloy-23a9b822b

TikTok → https://www.tiktok.com/@molloywrites

Bluesky → https://bsky.app/profile/molloywrites.bsky.social

 

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]]> Tue, 17 Feb 2026 19:00:00 +0000 James Molloy James Molloy 461 “Every book leaves a mark. This is where we talk about it.”

 

In this episode of Offbeat Journeys, I discuss the books that changed how I see people. 

I talk about how these books helped me reframe resilience, bravery, self-respect and empathy. In this episode I discuss:

 

· The book that made re-evaluate quiet strength

· The one that made me see how different the system can be for different people

· And how judging people based on external first impressions might be a mistake

 

I talk about how books can make us take a moment to re-evaluate judgements we felt sure about and help us to see people and the systems we all must live inside, in an entirely new perspective.  

 

If you’ve ever felt understood by a book… if you love stories that linger… or if you’re curious about how writers are shaped by the books they read — you’re in the right place.

Subscribe, settle in, and join the journey.

 

📚 Books Mentioned

(Some links may be affiliate links. If you choose to purchase through them, it supports the show at no extra cost to you.)

 

· Unbroken by Laura Hillenbrand

· Up From Slavery by Booker T. Washington

· Ego Is The Enemy by Ryan Holiday

 

✍️ Connect with Me

Newsletter → Offbeat Journeys by James

My Books → Wednesday’s Child
Facebook → https://www.facebook.com/molloywrites 

Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/molloywrites

LinkedIn → https://www.linkedin.com/in/james-molloy-23a9b822b

TikTok → https://www.tiktok.com/@molloywrites

Bluesky → https://bsky.app/profile/molloywrites.bsky.social

 

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]]> indie authors, self-publishing, author interviews, writing journey, creative process, character-driven fiction, books that changed my life, storytelling, offbeat stories, emotional writing, writer reflections, behind the book, books that shaped me, life-changing books, quiet rebellion No 12 Months, Told Through Books 4 4 12 Months, Told Through Books full 96422955-d831-483f-b643-5f6040742f39 https://share.transistor.fm/s/6f657ea4 “Every book leaves a mark. This is where we talk about it.”

 

In this episode of Offbeat Journeys, I discuss the books and stories that made my last 12 months. 

In a podcast coming to you a little later than I would have liked we talk about the books that carried me through a turbulent year including: 

 

· The book that made me turn inward

· The one that turned my attention toward the wider world

· And how each book became a kind of arc to perfectly sum up the last year

 

I talk about how books often carry us through some of the most turbulent times in our lives and how they become the anchor we use when they are most needed. 

 

If you’ve ever felt understood by a book… if you love stories that linger… or if you’re curious about how writers are shaped by the books they read — you’re in the right place.

Subscribe, settle in, and join the journey.

 

📚 Books Mentioned

(Some links may be affiliate links. If you choose to purchase through them, it supports the show at no extra cost to you.)

 

· The Midnight Library by Matt Haig

· The Nightingale by Kristin Hannah

· Beyond the Wand by Tom Felton

· The Seven Moons of Maali Almeida by Shehan Karunatilaka

· A Christmas Carol by Charles Dickens

· Unkindness by James Molloy (Upcoming, 2026)

· “The Cocoon Memoirs” by James Molloy (Upcoming, TBC)

 

✍️ Connect with Me

Newsletter → Offbeat Journeys

My Books → Wednesday’s Child
Facebook → https://www.facebook.com/molloywrites 

Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/molloywrites

LinkedIn → https://www.linkedin.com/in/james-molloy-23a9b822b

TikTok → https://www.tiktok.com/@molloywrites

Bluesky → https://bsky.app/profile/molloywrites.bsky.social

 

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]]> “Every book leaves a mark. This is where we talk about it.”

 

In this episode of Offbeat Journeys, I discuss the books and stories that made my last 12 months. 

In a podcast coming to you a little later than I would have liked we talk about the books that carried me through a turbulent year including: 

 

· The book that made me turn inward

· The one that turned my attention toward the wider world

· And how each book became a kind of arc to perfectly sum up the last year

 

I talk about how books often carry us through some of the most turbulent times in our lives and how they become the anchor we use when they are most needed. 

 

If you’ve ever felt understood by a book… if you love stories that linger… or if you’re curious about how writers are shaped by the books they read — you’re in the right place.

Subscribe, settle in, and join the journey.

 

📚 Books Mentioned

(Some links may be affiliate links. If you choose to purchase through them, it supports the show at no extra cost to you.)

 

· The Midnight Library by Matt Haig

· The Nightingale by Kristin Hannah

· Beyond the Wand by Tom Felton

· The Seven Moons of Maali Almeida by Shehan Karunatilaka

· A Christmas Carol by Charles Dickens

· Unkindness by James Molloy (Upcoming, 2026)

· “The Cocoon Memoirs” by James Molloy (Upcoming, TBC)

 

✍️ Connect with Me

Newsletter → Offbeat Journeys

My Books → Wednesday’s Child
Facebook → https://www.facebook.com/molloywrites 

Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/molloywrites

LinkedIn → https://www.linkedin.com/in/james-molloy-23a9b822b

TikTok → https://www.tiktok.com/@molloywrites

Bluesky → https://bsky.app/profile/molloywrites.bsky.social

 

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]]> Wed, 11 Feb 2026 20:00:00 +0000 James Molloy James Molloy 570 “Every book leaves a mark. This is where we talk about it.”

 

In this episode of Offbeat Journeys, I discuss the books and stories that made my last 12 months. 

In a podcast coming to you a little later than I would have liked we talk about the books that carried me through a turbulent year including: 

 

· The book that made me turn inward

· The one that turned my attention toward the wider world

· And how each book became a kind of arc to perfectly sum up the last year

 

I talk about how books often carry us through some of the most turbulent times in our lives and how they become the anchor we use when they are most needed. 

 

If you’ve ever felt understood by a book… if you love stories that linger… or if you’re curious about how writers are shaped by the books they read — you’re in the right place.

Subscribe, settle in, and join the journey.

 

📚 Books Mentioned

(Some links may be affiliate links. If you choose to purchase through them, it supports the show at no extra cost to you.)

 

· The Midnight Library by Matt Haig

· The Nightingale by Kristin Hannah

· Beyond the Wand by Tom Felton

· The Seven Moons of Maali Almeida by Shehan Karunatilaka

· A Christmas Carol by Charles Dickens

· Unkindness by James Molloy (Upcoming, 2026)

· “The Cocoon Memoirs” by James Molloy (Upcoming, TBC)

 

✍️ Connect with Me

Newsletter → Offbeat Journeys

My Books → Wednesday’s Child
Facebook → https://www.facebook.com/molloywrites 

Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/molloywrites

LinkedIn → https://www.linkedin.com/in/james-molloy-23a9b822b

TikTok → https://www.tiktok.com/@molloywrites

Bluesky → https://bsky.app/profile/molloywrites.bsky.social

 

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]]> indie authors, self-publishing, author interviews, writing journey, creative process, character-driven fiction, books that changed my life, storytelling, offbeat stories, emotional writing, writer reflections, behind the book, books that shaped me, life-changing books, quiet rebellion No The Stories I Still Carry 3 3 The Stories I Still Carry full d4c13593-4ea6-4939-bfb1-ece706c8ad51 https://share.transistor.fm/s/7885d993 “Every book leaves a mark. This is where we talk about it.”


In this second episode of Offbeat Journeys, I discuss the books and stories that stay. The ones that nestle in behind the ribs and never leave. In this episode I talk about:

  •  The book that still haunts me
  •  The 'other' one that flipped everything I knew
  •  And the book that made me feel seen

I talk about how books often find us when we need them most and the best ones never leave us. They find a way to stay — whether we ask them to or not. 


If you’ve ever felt understood by a book… if you love stories that linger… or if you’re curious about how writers are shaped by the books they read — you’re in the right place.

Subscribe, settle in, and join the journey.


📚 Books Mentioned

(Some links may be affiliate links. If you choose to purchase through them, it supports the show at no extra cost to you.)


✍️ Connect with Me

Newsletter → Offbeat Journeys

My Books → Wednesday’s Child
Facebook → https://www.facebook.com/molloywrites 

Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/molloywrites

LinkedIn → https://www.linkedin.com/in/james-molloy-23a9b822b

TikTok → https://www.tiktok.com/@molloywrites

Bluesky → https://bsky.app/profile/molloywrites.bsky.social


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]]> “Every book leaves a mark. This is where we talk about it.”


In this second episode of Offbeat Journeys, I discuss the books and stories that stay. The ones that nestle in behind the ribs and never leave. In this episode I talk about:

  •  The book that still haunts me
  •  The 'other' one that flipped everything I knew
  •  And the book that made me feel seen

I talk about how books often find us when we need them most and the best ones never leave us. They find a way to stay — whether we ask them to or not. 


If you’ve ever felt understood by a book… if you love stories that linger… or if you’re curious about how writers are shaped by the books they read — you’re in the right place.

Subscribe, settle in, and join the journey.


📚 Books Mentioned

(Some links may be affiliate links. If you choose to purchase through them, it supports the show at no extra cost to you.)


✍️ Connect with Me

Newsletter → Offbeat Journeys

My Books → Wednesday’s Child
Facebook → https://www.facebook.com/molloywrites 

Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/molloywrites

LinkedIn → https://www.linkedin.com/in/james-molloy-23a9b822b

TikTok → https://www.tiktok.com/@molloywrites

Bluesky → https://bsky.app/profile/molloywrites.bsky.social


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]]> Wed, 10 Dec 2025 14:00:00 +0000 James Molloy James Molloy 625 “Every book leaves a mark. This is where we talk about it.”


In this second episode of Offbeat Journeys, I discuss the books and stories that stay. The ones that nestle in behind the ribs and never leave. In this episode I talk about:

  •  The book that still haunts me
  •  The 'other' one that flipped everything I knew
  •  And the book that made me feel seen

I talk about how books often find us when we need them most and the best ones never leave us. They find a way to stay — whether we ask them to or not. 


If you’ve ever felt understood by a book… if you love stories that linger… or if you’re curious about how writers are shaped by the books they read — you’re in the right place.

Subscribe, settle in, and join the journey.


📚 Books Mentioned

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🎵 Intro/Outro Music

The Beat of Nature by folk_acoustic on Pixabay

]]> indie authors, self-publishing, author interviews, writing journey, creative process, character-driven fiction, books that changed my life, storytelling, offbeat stories, emotional writing, writer reflections, behind the book, books that shaped me, life-changing books, quiet rebellion No The Books That Built Me 2 2 The Books That Built Me full aa87cb08-4c4d-4d85-b4db-ab51ea531ac5 https://share.transistor.fm/s/2cb82ae6 “Every book leaves a mark. This is where we talk about it.”


In this first full episode of Offbeat Journeys, I answer the same three questions I’ll soon be asking independent authors on the show:


  •  The book that sparked my love of writing
  •  The one that broke me open
  •  And the one that flipped everything I thought I knew


I also introduce my upcoming novel Unkindness, share why I chose the independent publishing route, and talk about what this podcast hopes to become — a space for thoughtful readers, quiet rebels, and anyone who believes stories can reveal who we really are.


If you’ve ever felt understood by a book… if you love stories that linger… or if you’re curious about how writers are shaped by the books they read — you’re in the right place.

Subscribe, settle in, and join the journey.


📚 Books Mentioned

(Some links may be affiliate links. If you choose to purchase through them, it supports the show at no extra cost to you.)


✍️ Connect with Me

Newsletter → jamesmolloyauthor.substack.com/

My Books → Wednesday’s Child
Facebook → https://www.facebook.com/molloywrites 

Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/molloywrites

LinkedIn → https://www.linkedin.com/in/james-molloy-23a9b822b

TikTok → https://www.tiktok.com/@molloywrites

Bluesky → https://bsky.app/profile/molloywrites.bsky.social


🎵 Intro/Outro Music

The Beat of Nature by folk_acoustic on Pixabay

]]> “Every book leaves a mark. This is where we talk about it.”


In this first full episode of Offbeat Journeys, I answer the same three questions I’ll soon be asking independent authors on the show:


  •  The book that sparked my love of writing
  •  The one that broke me open
  •  And the one that flipped everything I thought I knew


I also introduce my upcoming novel Unkindness, share why I chose the independent publishing route, and talk about what this podcast hopes to become — a space for thoughtful readers, quiet rebels, and anyone who believes stories can reveal who we really are.


If you’ve ever felt understood by a book… if you love stories that linger… or if you’re curious about how writers are shaped by the books they read — you’re in the right place.

Subscribe, settle in, and join the journey.


📚 Books Mentioned

(Some links may be affiliate links. If you choose to purchase through them, it supports the show at no extra cost to you.)


✍️ Connect with Me

Newsletter → jamesmolloyauthor.substack.com/

My Books → Wednesday’s Child
Facebook → https://www.facebook.com/molloywrites 

Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/molloywrites

LinkedIn → https://www.linkedin.com/in/james-molloy-23a9b822b

TikTok → https://www.tiktok.com/@molloywrites

Bluesky → https://bsky.app/profile/molloywrites.bsky.social


🎵 Intro/Outro Music

The Beat of Nature by folk_acoustic on Pixabay

]]> Sun, 30 Nov 2025 18:00:00 +0000 James Molloy James Molloy 504 “Every book leaves a mark. This is where we talk about it.”


In this first full episode of Offbeat Journeys, I answer the same three questions I’ll soon be asking independent authors on the show:


  •  The book that sparked my love of writing
  •  The one that broke me open
  •  And the one that flipped everything I thought I knew


I also introduce my upcoming novel Unkindness, share why I chose the independent publishing route, and talk about what this podcast hopes to become — a space for thoughtful readers, quiet rebels, and anyone who believes stories can reveal who we really are.


If you’ve ever felt understood by a book… if you love stories that linger… or if you’re curious about how writers are shaped by the books they read — you’re in the right place.

Subscribe, settle in, and join the journey.


📚 Books Mentioned

(Some links may be affiliate links. If you choose to purchase through them, it supports the show at no extra cost to you.)


✍️ Connect with Me

Newsletter → jamesmolloyauthor.substack.com/

My Books → Wednesday’s Child
Facebook → https://www.facebook.com/molloywrites 

Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/molloywrites

LinkedIn → https://www.linkedin.com/in/james-molloy-23a9b822b

TikTok → https://www.tiktok.com/@molloywrites

Bluesky → https://bsky.app/profile/molloywrites.bsky.social


🎵 Intro/Outro Music

The Beat of Nature by folk_acoustic on Pixabay

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In this short trailer, I share what Offbeat Journeys is all about. It's a podcast where we explore the books that shape us, the stories behind the stories, and what it really means to live a creative life.


Each week, I’ll sit down with independent authors to talk about the books that changed their perspective, the words that stuck with them, and the moments that made them want to write. Sometimes, it’ll just be me sharing my own offbeat path as a writer.


If you love books, if you’ve ever felt like an outsider, or if you’re just curious about how writers think, subscribe now and join the journey.

📚 Books Mentioned

(No books mentioned in this trailer — first titles coming soon!)

✍️ Connect with Me



🎵 Intro/Outro Music


The Beat of Nature by folk_acoustic on Pixabay


]]> “Every book leaves a mark. This is where we talk about it.”


In this short trailer, I share what Offbeat Journeys is all about. It's a podcast where we explore the books that shape us, the stories behind the stories, and what it really means to live a creative life.


Each week, I’ll sit down with independent authors to talk about the books that changed their perspective, the words that stuck with them, and the moments that made them want to write. Sometimes, it’ll just be me sharing my own offbeat path as a writer.


If you love books, if you’ve ever felt like an outsider, or if you’re just curious about how writers think, subscribe now and join the journey.

📚 Books Mentioned

(No books mentioned in this trailer — first titles coming soon!)

✍️ Connect with Me



🎵 Intro/Outro Music


The Beat of Nature by folk_acoustic on Pixabay


]]> Tue, 04 Nov 2025 15:00:00 +0000 James Molloy James Molloy 100 “Every book leaves a mark. This is where we talk about it.”


In this short trailer, I share what Offbeat Journeys is all about. It's a podcast where we explore the books that shape us, the stories behind the stories, and what it really means to live a creative life.


Each week, I’ll sit down with independent authors to talk about the books that changed their perspective, the words that stuck with them, and the moments that made them want to write. Sometimes, it’ll just be me sharing my own offbeat path as a writer.


If you love books, if you’ve ever felt like an outsider, or if you’re just curious about how writers think, subscribe now and join the journey.

📚 Books Mentioned

(No books mentioned in this trailer — first titles coming soon!)

✍️ Connect with Me



🎵 Intro/Outro Music


The Beat of Nature by folk_acoustic on Pixabay


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