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A Bookish Home takes you “behind the book” with bestselling authors. Add to your TBR list while getting the inside scoop on the winding road to publication.
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Thursday Aug 01, 2019
Thursday Aug 01, 2019
This week I’m delighted to welcome New York Times Bestselling Author Mary Kay Andrews to A Bookish Home to discuss her new book, Sunset Beach. Mary Kay Andrews is the New York Times bestselling author of 24 novels including The Weekenders, Beach Town, Ladies’ Night, and Summer Rental and has been dubbed “The Queen of … Continue reading Ep. 36: Mary Kay Andrews, Author of Sunset Beach →
Thursday Jul 18, 2019
Thursday Jul 18, 2019
This week I’m excited to welcome Jerry Craft to the podcast to discuss his latest book, New Kid. Jerry Craft is an author and illustrator who has worked on numerous picture books, graphic novels, and middle grade novels. His latest book, New Kid, is a middle grade graphic novel that has earned four starred reviews, … Continue reading Ep. 35: Jerry Craft, Author of New Kid →
Wednesday Jul 03, 2019
Wednesday Jul 03, 2019
This week Paul Swydan returns to the podcast. Paul is the owner of Silver Unicorn Books in Acton, Massachusetts. We chatted about some of the books he is looking forward to recommending in the store this summer. Get your TBR lists ready! You can also listen on iTunes or wherever you get your podcasts. … Continue reading Ep. 34: Summer Reading Preview With Bookseller Paul Swydan →
Thursday Jun 20, 2019
Thursday Jun 20, 2019
This week I’m sharing an interview with Crystal King, author of The Chef’s Secret, a novel that will transport you to Renaissance Rome. History, romance, food, and a mystery that will keep you turning the pages late into the night–this book has it all. You can also listen on iTunes or wherever you get … Continue reading Ep. 33: Crystal King, Author of The Chef’s Secret →
Thursday Jun 06, 2019
Thursday Jun 06, 2019
This week I’m sharing an interview with Elise Hooper, author of Learning to See: A Novel of Dorothea Lange, the Woman Who Revealed the Real America. This is an inspiring historical fiction novel that will sweep you up into the life of an unforgettable, pioneering woman. You can also listen on iTunes or wherever you get … Continue reading Ep. 32: Elise Hooper, Author of Learning to See →
Thursday May 23, 2019
Thursday May 23, 2019
This week I’m excited to share an interview with Susan Tan, author of a middle-grade series I completely adore–Cilla Lee-Jenkins. The third installment is called Cilla Lee-Jenkins: The Epic Story. Cilla is on her own heroine’s quest this year as she braces for middle school, navigates changes in her family, and continues to grow as a … Continue reading Ep. 31: Susan Tan, Author of the Cilla Lee-Jenkins Series →
Thursday May 09, 2019
Thursday May 09, 2019
This week my guest is Claire Handscombe, author of the new book Unscripted and host of The Britlit Podcast. Unscripted is the perfect next read for fans of One Day in December by Josie Silver and One Day by David Nicholls. You can also listen on iTunes or wherever you get your podcasts. Books Mentioned On This Episode: Unscripted One … Continue reading Ep. 30: Claire Handscombe, Author of Unscripted →
Thursday Apr 25, 2019
Thursday Apr 25, 2019
One of my favorite authors, Laura Vanderkam, returns to the podcast this week to discuss her new book, Juliet’s School of Possibilities, which is a time management fable. Laura is the author of several other time management and productivity books, including Off the Clock: Feel Less Busy While Getting More Done as well as I Know How … Continue reading Ep. 29: Laura Vanderkam, Author of Juliet’s School of Possibilities →
Thursday Apr 11, 2019
Thursday Apr 11, 2019
This week I’m thrilled to share an interview with the author of the beloved middle grade series Because of Mr. Terupt. His latest book is The Perfect Secret, the second book in a wonderful new series. You can also listen on iTunes or wherever you get your podcasts. Books Mentioned On This Episode: Because of Mr. Terupt Mr. Terupt … Continue reading Ep. 28: Rob Buyea, Author of “The Perfect Secret” →
Thursday Mar 28, 2019
Thursday Mar 28, 2019
This week we’re featuring a special bookish destination, perfect for Jane Austen fans. I’m chatting with Mary Guyatt, Director of the Jane Austen’s House Museum in the UK. You can also listen on iTunes or wherever you get your podcasts. Books Mentioned On This Episode: Jane Austen at Home: A Biography Pride and Prejudice Persuasion Sense … Continue reading Ep. 27: Jane Austen’s House Museum, Bookish Destination →