Elena Meets the Author
Episodes
Inside an Independent Bookstore with Lisa Scully of Locust Valley Books
17 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this special holiday episode of Elena Meets the Author, I’m joined by Lisa Scully, the owner of the wonderful Locust Valley Bookstore on Long Isl...
EP. 37 Unveiling the Feather Detective: A Journey into Forensic Ornithology with Author Chris Sweeney
03 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
New episode out now! In episode 37 of Elena Meets the Author, I speak with award-winning journalist and debut biographer Chris Sweeney about his fasc...
EP. 36 Unveiling Hidden Histories: A Conversation with Fiona Davis on The Stolen Queen
19 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Elena Meets the Author, I talk to the brilliant and bestselling author Fiona Davis about her new novel The Stolen Queen, a dual-tim...
EP. 35 Exploring Comic Tragedies with Debut Author Katie Yee
05 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Elena Meets the Author, I had such a fun and fascinating chat with Katie Yee, the debut author of Maggie; or, A Man and a Woman Wal...
EP. 34 Exploring Humor in Tragedy with Annie Hartnett
22 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I sit down with Annie Hartnett, the bestselling author of The Road to Tender Hearts, to talk about finding humour in heartbreak and t...
EP.33 Letters, Life, and Literary Magic with Virginia Evans
24 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This week I’m joined by the wonderful Virginia Evans, whose debut novel The Correspondent captured my heart. And I don’t say that lightly. Her mai...
EP. 32 Elena Meets the Publisher: A Conversation with Gretchen Young
10 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
I am so excited to share this episode of Elena Meets the Author with you! I had the absolute pleasure of sitting down with Gretchen Young, a powerhous...
EP. 31 Exploring Vanessa Beaumont's The Other Side of Paradise
27 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Elena Meets the Author, I sit down with debut novelist Vanessa Beaumont to talk about her evocative and richly layered novel, The O...
Elena Meets the Bookshop Owner: A Conversation with Diane Garrett
13 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this special episode of Elena Meets the Author, I step away from my usual author interviews to chat with Diane Garrett, the warm and wonderful owne...
EP. 30 Unveiling The Lion Women of Tehran with Marjan Kamali
30 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Elena Meets the Author, I sit down with the incredible Marjan Kamali to discuss her bestselling novel The Lion Women of Tehran. 🌍...
EP. 29 - Exploring Dora Maar: Beyond Picasso's Weeping Woman with Louisa Treger
16 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this week’s episode of Elena Meets the Author, I’m joined by the brilliant Louisa Treger to talk about her captivating new novel The Paris Muse...
EP.28 - Unveiling Historical Fiction: An Interview with Allegra Goodman
02 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Elena Meets the Author, I speak with the brilliant author Allegra Goodman about her historical novel Isola. This captivating conver...
EP.27 House Swaps and Hilarity: An Interview with Amy Poeppel
18 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Elena Meets the Author, I interview the wonderful novelist Amy Poeppel about her latest book, Far and Away, a comedic tale of two f...
EP.26 - Demystifying the Magic with Yael Van Der Wouden
04 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Elena Meets the Author, I interview Dutch author Yael Van Der Wouden about her debut novel, 'The Safekeep', which was shortlisted f...
EP.25 - Unveiling the Magic: Annabel Monaghan on 'It's a Love Story'
21 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Elena Meets the Author, I sit down with the brilliant and beloved romance novelist Annabel Monaghan to talk about her upcoming book...
EP.23 - Exploring America's First Murder Trial with Lauren Willig
07 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of 'Elena Meets The Author,' Elena Bowes sits down with Lauren Willig, the New York Times bestselling author of over 25 works of histo...
EP.22 - Lynda Cohen Loigman - The Magic of Historical Love Stories
23 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Elena interviews Lynda Cohen Loigman about her latest book, 'The Love Elixir of Augusta Stern,' which has made it to Elena's rolling ...
EP.21 - Exploring Genetic Mysteries and Writing Journeys with Joselin Linder
04 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I chat with the wonderful Joselin Linder, author of 'The Family Gene', about her family's unique genetic history and its profound imp...
EP.20 - Exploring the Secrets of Southern France with Neroli Lacey
21 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In today's episode, I had the pleasure of speaking with Neroli, the author of the thrilling debut novel 'The Perfumer's Secret'. Set in the scenic reg...
EP19. - Elinor Lipman on Every Tom, Dick, and Harry and Writing Inspiration
07 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I chat with the beloved and prolific novelist Elinor Lipman about her latest book, Every Tom, Dick, and Harry. This humorous story fo...
EP18. - Exploring the Depths of Women's Fiction with Rochelle Weinstein
21 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of 'Elena Meets the Author,' Elena interviews Rochelle Weinstein, a bestselling author known for her emotionally charged women's fict...
EP.17 - Trailblazer of Journalism: Anastasia Rubis Talks About Her Novel Oriana
07 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In today’s episode, I sat down with Anastasia Rubis—who goes by Stacy—to dive into her debut novel, Oriana. In the book, Stacy chronicles the li...
EP.16 - Michael Cecchi's tales from the Front: A New York City Maître D's Journey
24 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Elena interviews Michael Cecchi Azzolina, a seasoned New York City restaurant veteran with a career spanning 40 years at top Manhatta...
EP.15 - Navigating Life from Behind the Door: Stephen Bruno on Building Material
13 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Elena interviews Stephen Bruno, the author of 'Building Material: The Memoir of a Park Avenue Doorman’. In this coming of age story...
EP.14 - Exploring Margo's Got Money Troubles with Rufi Thopre: Wrestling, Only Fans and Questioning the Madonna-Whore Story
29 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Rufi discusses her novel 'Margo's Got Money Troubles' and shares insights into her writing process, inspiration, and research. The no...
EP.13 - Humor, Grief, and Life-Affirming Moments: Alison Espach on 'The Wedding People
15 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Elena interviews author Alison Espach about her novel 'The Wedding People.' Alison talks about why she wrote the book, her own strugg...
EP.12 - Writer’s Block, Family Drama, and Creative Breakthroughs: Kate Feiffer on 'Morning Pages
01 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Elena interviews writer Kate Feiffer about her latest novel, 'Morning Pages'. The conversation covers Kate's diverse career, her tale...
EP.11 - Unravelling the intricate, fascinating life of Jackie Kennedy Onassis, a Deep Dive with Author Dawn Tripp
18 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Elena Meets the Author, Elena interviews bestselling author Dawn Tripp about her historical fiction novel 'Jackie,' which offers a ...
EP10. - Why Meditate? Learn all about the power of Vedic Meditation with the woman who trained me 15 Years ago - Jillian Lavender
03 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Elena is joined by Jillian Lavender, co-founder of the London and New York Meditation Centers, to discuss her book 'Why Meditate? Bec...
EP.9 - Writing Humor and Life Lessons - Anne Leary
20 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode Elena meets Ann Leary, the New York Times bestselling author of four novels and a memoir. One of her novels The Good House was made ...
EP.8 - Espionage, Love, and Literary Secrets: Lea Carpenter on Ilium
06 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode I talk to New York author Lea Carpenter about her third novel, Ilium. Like John Le Carré and Graham Greene, Lea, a lecturer at Co...
EP.7 - From Food to Fiction: Ruth Reichl on The Paris Novel
23 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of 'Elena Meets the Author,' host Elena Bowes interviews renowned food writer and author Ruth Reichl about her latest book, 'The Paris...
EP.6 - Dual Timelines and Timeless Drama: Beatriz Williams on Husbands & Lovers
09 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Elena Bowes talks to acclaimed author Beatriz Williams about her latest work of historical fiction, Husbands & Lovers. Two stories, p...
EP.5 - Writing, Wit, and Aging Boldly: Clare Pooley on How to Age Disgracefully
26 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode I talk to the engaging London-based Clare Pooley about her latest novel, How to Age Disgracefully. This is Clare’s 4th book, her fi...
EP.4 - Love, Loss, and Fresh Starts: Annabel Monaghan on Summer Romance
26 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In today’s episode I talk to Annabel Monaghan about her latest funny, romantic page-turner,Summer Romance, which came out in the US a few weeks ago ...
EP.3 - Endless Husbands, Endless Choices: Holly Gramazio on The Husbands
26 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In today's episode, I sit down with Aussie author and game designer Holly Gramazio to delve into the creative process and inspiration behind Holly's b...
EP.2 - Art, Feminism, and Fierce Heroines: Elizabeth Fremantle on Disobedient
22 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
I caught up with British author Elizabeth Fremantle to learn more about her latest gripping novel Disobedient … the types of heroines Fremantle is a...
EP.1 - Reinvention and Fearless Aging: Lyn Slater on How to Be Old
25 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Today I am speaking to Lyn Slater, author of How to Be Old, Lessons in Living Boldly from The Accidental Icon. During her 60’s Lyn was a social work...