Books Are My People

This week, I"m joined by Lisa Pahl who talks about an inventive way to talk about death and dying, through use of The Death Deck. We also discuss books that deal with this topic.  The Clouds Far Behind Me by Laurie Lo Cicero Death of the Author by Nnedi Okorafor  Influencing Death: Reframing Dying for Better Living by

An adorably short episode where I talk about the Pulitzer winning book of fiction as well as ponder whether or not dead authors" work should be publishing after their death and without their permission. Plus, I recommend five books.  The Names by Florence Knapp Sleep by Honor Jones How Not To Drown In A Glass of Water

Today, I"m in conversation with Annie Hartnett, author of the recently published Road to Tender Hearts. We talk about the inspiration for her protagonist, PJ as well as how many pages she wrote before she sold this novel.  Books Recommended: The Road to Tender Hearts by Annie Hartnett The Red Grove by Tessa Fontaine Ti

This week, I"m in conversation with Lauren Steinstra, author of The Beauty of the End. We discuss genetics, how her career in science influenced her work and whether or not people should delete their 23 and Me accounts. Plus, lots of book recommendations.  This episode is sponsored by People of the Titanic by Shawn Car

On this episode of Books Are My People, I"m visited by artist and bibliophile Jane Mount. We discuss the importance of talking about banned books, her favorite book to paint, and how her degree in anthropology informs her work.  This episode is sponsored by People of the Titanic by Shawn Carlow Books Recommended:  The

This week, I"m joined by author Kristen Arnett. We chat about clown and how they relate to her latest novel, Stop Me If You’ve Heard This One.  Guest Book Author Recommendation: Eliza Kennedy Lucky Night recommends The Empusium by Olga Tokarczuk  Book Recommendations: State of Paradise by Laura Van Den Berg Hot Air by