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Stephen Starring Grant on MAILMAN

18 Jun 2026

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Mailman by Stephen Starring Grant is a charming memoir on the power of community. Stephen joins us to talk about the Unites States' Postal Service, ru...

Ann Patchett on WHISTLER

16 Jun 2026

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Whistler by Ann Patchett is a powerful novel about the choices we make and the ones that are made for us. Ann joined us live in Philly to talk about m...

Walter Mosley on GHALEN

13 Jun 2026

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Ghalen by Walter Mosley is a big-hearted story of love in all of its forms. Walter joined us live at B&N Upper West Side to talk about community, Los ...

Daniel Kraus on ANGEL DOWN

12 Jun 2026

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Angel Down by Daniel Kraus explores the dark side of camaraderie and the eerie, supernatural forces that twist the meaning of survival in the face of ...

Vincent Yu on SEEK IMMEDIATE SHELTER

11 Jun 2026

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Seek Immediate Shelter by Vincent Yu is a clever, thought-provoking story of survival, loyalty and betrayal that was inspired by real events. Vincent ...

Ruth Ozeki on THE TYPING LADY

09 Jun 2026

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The Typing Lady by Ruth Ozeki is a captivating collection about life, art and storytelling. Ruth joined us live at B&N Upper West Side to talk about l...

Maggie O'Farrell on LAND

06 Jun 2026

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Land by Maggie O'Farrell explores human resilience and a deep connection to the natural world with a sense of wonder. Maggie joins us to talk about ma...

Michelle Huneven on BUG HOLLOW

04 Jun 2026

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Bug Hollow by Michelle Huneven is a tender tale of a family falling apart and finding their way back to each other. Michelle joins us to talk about ch...

Ruta Sepetys on A FORTUNE OF SAND

02 Jun 2026

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A Fortune of Sand by Ruta Sepetys is a gripping tale of power and corruption inspired by true events. Ruta joins us to talk about Detroit, research, t...

Virginia Evans on THE CORRESPONDENT

30 May 2026

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The Correspondent by Virginia Evans is a reflective and funny journey of growing older, healing and reluctantly embracing the winds of change. Virgini...

Rebecca Solnit on THE BEGINNING COMES AFTER THE END

29 May 2026

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The Beginning Comes After the End by Rebecca Solnit highlights how slow, consistent activism can bring lasting change. Rebecca joins us to talk about ...

Matt Haig on THE MIDNIGHT TRAIN

28 May 2026

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The Midnight Train by Matt Haig is a sweeping journey through time following one man's life-altering decision. Matt joins us to talk about bookselling...

Natalie Adler on WAITING ON A FRIEND

26 May 2026

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Waiting on a Friend by Natalie Adler is a big-hearted, tender and hilarious story about love, ghosts, and community. Natalie joins us to talk about N...

Paige Lewis on CANON

23 May 2026

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Canon by Paige Lewis is a surreal and hilarious tale of godly proportions. Paige joins us to talk about story structure, character, heroes, epic poet...

Isaac Fitzgerald on AMERICAN RAMBLER

21 May 2026

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American Rambler by Isaac Fitzgerald weaves memory, history and personal anecdotes in one unforgettable journey. Isaac joined us live in Philly to ta...

'Pemi Aguda on ONE LEG ON EARTH

19 May 2026

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One Leg on Earth by 'Pemi Aguda blends folklore and history for a daring exploration of motherhood and identity. 'Pemi joins us to talk about Lagos, ...

Dimitry Elias Léger on DEATH OF THE SOCCER GOD

16 May 2026

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Death of the Soccer God by Dimitry Elias Léger follows a young Haitian soccer prodigy's rapid rise and swift downfall as he moves through fame, poli...

Jon Krakauer on INTO THIN AIR

14 May 2026

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Into Thin Air by Jon Krakauer is a haunting personal account of the Mount Everest disaster in 1996. Jon joins us to talk about looking back on the la...

Patrick Cottrell on AFTERNOON HOURS OF A HERMIT

13 May 2026

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Afternoon Hours of a Hermit by Patrick Cottrell is a darkly funny and poignant story of identity and family from an award-winning author. Patrick joi...

Tom Lin on BABYLON, SOUTH DAKOTA

12 May 2026

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Babylon, South Dakota by Tom Lin is a hopeful family saga that offers a striking look at the American West. Tom joins us to talk about the Midwest, l...

Portia Elan on HOMEBOUND

09 May 2026

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Homebound by Portia Elan is a vibrant, moving story about connection, humanity and the unwavering power of love. Portia joins us to talk about story ...

Poured Over: Sarah Jessica Parker and Alexandra Oliva on The Radiant Dark at the LAT Festival of Books

08 May 2026

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Sarah Jessica Parker discusses being a book publisher, a reader, a Booker Prize judge, and how she knew she had to publish The Radiant Dark while SJP...

Joe Abercrombie on THE DEVILS

07 May 2026

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The Devils by Joe Abercrombie follows an invasion of flesh-eating elves threatening Europe and a special force of monsters recruited to save the day....

Douglas Stuart on JOHN OF JOHN

05 May 2026

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John of John by Douglas Stuart is a poignant story of a young gay man who moves back to his childhood home. Douglas joins us to talk about the Outer ...

Rick Steves on ON THE HIPPIE TRAIL

02 May 2026

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On the Hippie Trail by Rick Steves tells the origin story of the travel writing superhero. Rick joins us to talk about looking back on his twenties, ...

Marcus Kliewer on THE CARETAKER

30 Apr 2026

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The Caretaker by Marcus Kliewer follows a young woman's unusual new job in a house that creaks with a lurking dread. Marcus joins us to talk about op...

Karen Tei Yamashita on QUESTIONS 27 & 28

29 Apr 2026

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Questions 27 & 28 by Karen Tei Yamashita blends history and fiction to bring to light the experiences of Japanese Americans incarcerated on U.S. soil...

Caroline Bicks on MONSTERS IN THE ARCHIVES

28 Apr 2026

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Monsters in the Archives by Caroline Bicks is a fascinating deep-dive into the iconic early works of Stephen King. Caroline joins us to talk about te...

Evelyn Clarke on THE ENDING WRITES ITSELF

25 Apr 2026

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The Ending Writes Itself by Evelyn Clarke is a clever locked-room mystery from dynamic writing duo, V.E. Schwab and Cat Clarke. The authors joined us...

Xochitl Gonzalez on LAST NIGHT IN BROOKLYN

23 Apr 2026

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Last Night in Brooklyn by Xochitl Gonzalez is a stunning examination of ambition, desire, and the struggles of growing up. Xochitl joins us to talk a...

S.A. Cosby on KING OF ASHES

22 Apr 2026

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King of Ashes by S.A. Cosby is an action-packed quest for vengeance. S.A. joined us to talk about sibling dynamics, gender roles, crime fiction, The ...

Maria Semple on GO GENTLE

21 Apr 2026

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Go Gentle by Maria Semple is a transformative novel of new beginnings and second chances. Maria joined us live at the Upper West Side to talk about s...

Chanda Prescod-Weinstein on THE EDGE OF SPACE-TIME

18 Apr 2026

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The Edge of Space-Time by Chanda Prescod-Weinstein takes you to the edge of the universe and explains abstract theoretical physics concepts in an acc...

Ben Lerner on TRANSCRIPTION

16 Apr 2026

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Transcription by Ben Lerner is a poetic meditation on art, technology and what it really means to be alive. Ben joins us to talk about journalism, au...

Patrick Radden Keefe on LONDON FALLING

14 Apr 2026

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London Falling by Patrick Radden Keefe is a stunning piece of investigative journalism about a young man whose life is cut short after he becomes en...

Emma Straub on AMERICAN FANTASY

09 Apr 2026

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American Fantasy by Emma Straub is a charming and comic story about the joys of middle age — and what lies beyond nostalgia. Emma joins us to talk ...

Caro Claire Burke on YESTERYEAR

07 Apr 2026

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Yesteryear by Caro Claire Burke is a witty, dark debut about a tradwife social media influencer. Caro joins us to talk about likable characters, perf...

Kevin Fedarko on A WALK IN THE PARK

02 Apr 2026

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A Walk in the Park by Kevin Fedarko is an inspired look at our beautiful world and where we fit in it. Kevin joins us to talk about setting off on hi...

Jenny Lawson on HOW TO BE OKAY WHEN NOTHING IS OKAY

01 Apr 2026

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How to Be Okay When Nothing Is Okay by Jenny Lawson shares tips and tricks for all of life's messy bits. Jenny joins us to talk about the joys of rea...

Yann Martel on SON OF NOBODY

31 Mar 2026

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Son of Nobody by Yann Martel is an imaginative retelling of the Trojan War from the bestselling author of Life of Pi. Yann joins us to talk about the...

Kristen Arnett on STOP ME IF YOU'VE HEARD THIS ONE

28 Mar 2026

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Stop Me If You've Heard This One by Kristen Arnett is a heartfelt and hilarious romp through Central Florida following an unlikely protagonist: a clo...

Amal El-Mohtar on SEASONS OF GLASS AND IRON

26 Mar 2026

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Seasons of Glass and Iron by Amal El-Mohtar features her award-winning folktales that invite readers into fantastic new worlds. Amal joins us to talk...

Cynthia D'Aprix Sweeney on LAKE EFFECT

24 Mar 2026

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Lake Effect by Cynthia D'Aprix Sweeney is a witty and wry story about family, marriage—and happiness. Cynthia joined us live at The Grove to talk a...

Tom Junod on IN THE DAYS OF MY YOUTH I WAS TOLD WHAT IT MEANS TO BE A MAN

21 Mar 2026

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In the Days of My Youth I Was Told What It Means to Be a Man by Tom Junod is a poignant reflection of fathers, sons and the complex bonds of family. ...

Andy Weir on PROJECT HAIL MARY

19 Mar 2026

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Project Hail Mary by Andy Weir is a tale of impending catastrophe, survival and interstellar adventure. Andy joins us to talk about his books being a...

Jung Yun on ALL THE WORLD CAN HOLD

17 Mar 2026

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All the World Can Hold by Jung Yun is a smart, sharp and surprising novel following three passengers aboard a Bermuda-bound cruise ship. Jung joins u...

Karan Mahajan on THE COMPLEX

14 Mar 2026

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The Complex by Karan Mahajan is a captivating family drama that moves between the US and India during a time of political transformation. Karan joins...

T Kira Madden on WHIDBEY

12 Mar 2026

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Whidbey by T Kira Madden is a gripping story of three women and the complex ties that bind them. T Kira joins us to talk about life-changing moments,...

Caitlin Breeze on THE FOX HUNT

11 Mar 2026

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The Fox Hunt by Caitlin Breeze follows students at an elite university concealing a dark and deadly secret. Caitlin joins us to talk about the publis...

Patricia Finn on THE GOLDEN BOY

10 Mar 2026

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The Golden Boy by Patricia Finn is a deeply funny and tender novel following a former Hollywood executive who must finally confront a long-buried sec...

Markus Zusak on THE BOOK THIEF

07 Mar 2026

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The Book Thief by Markus Zusak is a beautiful, soul-searing story about the power of books. Markus joins us to talk about bookstores, looking back on...

Ron Currie on THE SAVAGE, NOBLE DEATH OF BABS DIONNE

05 Mar 2026

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The Savage, Noble Death of Babs Dionne by Ron Currie is a hard-boiled crime novel from a Pushcart Prize-winning author. Ron joins us to talk about be...

Tayari Jones on KIN

03 Mar 2026

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Kin by Tayari Jones examines the complex relationships between mothers, daughters, sisters and friends in the American South. Tayari joined us live at...

Cameron Sullivan on THE RED WINTER

28 Feb 2026

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The Red Winter by Cameron Sullivan weaves history with chilling mythology for a dark and haunting love story. Cameron joins us to talk about the Beas...

Anna Quindlen on MORE THAN ENOUGH

26 Feb 2026

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More Than Enough by Anna Quindlen is tender novel of self-exploration which reminds us it's never too late to discover something new about yourself. ...

Michael Pollan on A WORLD APPEARS

24 Feb 2026

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A World Appears by Michael Pollan is a fascinating meditation on the mysterious world we live in. Michael joins us to talk about sentience, theory of...

Jo Nesbø on WOLF HOUR

21 Feb 2026

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Wolf Hour by Jo Nesbø is a gripping crime story centered on the chilling exploration of a murderer's mind. Jo joins us to talk about travel, crime n...

Nina McConigley on HOW TO COMMIT A POSTCOLONIAL MURDER

19 Feb 2026

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How to Commit a Postcolonial Murder by Nina McConigley follows two sisters who plot to kill their uncle in the summer of 1986. Nina joined us live at...

Namwali Serpell on ON MORRISON

17 Feb 2026

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On Morrison by Namwali Serpell is Toni Morrison like you've never seen her before. Namwali joins us to talk about teaching Morrison's texts, genre, t...

Amity Gaige on HEARTWOOD

14 Feb 2026

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Heartwood by Amity Gaige is a taut tale about mothers and daughters, survival and life. Amity joins us to talk about the Appalachian Trail, the COVID...

Poured Over Double Shot: Matthew F. Delmont and Wil Haygood

13 Feb 2026

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Until the Last Gun Is Silent by Matthew F. Delmont is a detailed account of the Vietnam War's effect on Black American communities and the ongoing fi...

Chloe Michelle Howarth on HEAP EARTH UPON IT

12 Feb 2026

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Heap Earth Upon It by Chloe Michelle Howarth is a razor-sharp tale of family and obsession from the author of Sunburn. Chloe joins us to talk about s...

Patmeena Sabit on GOOD PEOPLE

10 Feb 2026

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Good People by Patmeena Sabit is a riveting, timely and thought-provoking story of family and resilience. Patmeena joins us to talk about voice, writ...

Heather Ann Thompson on FEAR AND FURY

07 Feb 2026

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Fear and Fury by Heather Ann Thompson revisits the shooting that rocked the Reagan 80s. Heather joins us to talk about the 1980s, digital archives, i...

Madeline Cash on LOST LAMBS

06 Feb 2026

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Lost Lambs by Madeline Cash is a witty and wry story centered on the enigmatic and ever-entertaining Flynn family. Madeline joins us to talk about wo...

Adam Higginbotham on CHALLENGER

05 Feb 2026

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Challenger by Adam Higginbotham is a definitive account of the infamous 1986 disaster told in a gripping, detailed account. Adam joins us to talk abo...

George Saunders on VIGIL

03 Feb 2026

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Vigil by George Saunders is an imaginative new story about the pivotal moment between life and death. George joined us live from Philadelphia to talk...

Stephen Fishbach on ESCAPE!

31 Jan 2026

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Escape! by Stephen Fishbach is a razor-sharp story centered on a washed up reality star and a disgraced television producer risking everything for a ...

Jeanette Winterson on ONE ALADDIN TWO LAMPS

29 Jan 2026

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One Aladdin Two Lamps by Jeanette Winterson is a fascinating blend of memoir, fiction, history and self-discovery. Jeanette joins us to chat about pa...

Daniyal Mueenuddin on THIS IS WHERE THE SERPENT LIVES

28 Jan 2026

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This Is Where the Serpent Lives by Pulitzer Prize finalist Daniyal Mueenuddin is a carefully woven story of survival and community. Daniyal joins us ...

Gabriel Tallent on CRUX

27 Jan 2026

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Crux by Gabriel Tallent is a big-hearted novel about a group of friends climbing boulders in the Mojave Desert. Gabriel joins us to talk about friend...

Alia Hanna Habib on TAKE IT FROM ME

24 Jan 2026

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Take It from Me by Alia Hanna Habib is a riveting deep-dive into the publishing industry from an agent's perspective. Alia joins us to talk about cur...

Rachel Eliza Griffiths on THE FLOWER BEARERS

22 Jan 2026

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The Flower Bearers by Rachel Eliza Griffiths is a powerful and poignant memoir from an inimitable voice. Rachel Eliza joins us to talk about poetry, ...

Larissa Pham on DISCIPLINE

20 Jan 2026

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Discipline by Larissa Pham is a sharp debut following a young writer and the real-life inspiration behind her revenge fantasy novel. Larissa joins us...

Seanan McGuire on THROUGH GATES OF GARNET AND GOLD

17 Jan 2026

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Through Gates of Garnet and Gold by Seanan McGuire — the 11th installment of the Wayward Childrens Series — takes us on a whirlwind quest to the ...

Isabel Ibañez on GRACELESS HEART

15 Jan 2026

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Graceless Heart by Isabel Ibañez is a dazzling slow-burn historical romance set in 1400s Florence. Isabel joins us to talk about lush world building...

Matt Dinniman on DUNGEON CRAWLER CARL

13 Jan 2026

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Dungeon Crawler Carl by Matt Dinniman is an intergalactic sci-fi adventure following one man's journey through the apocalypse. Matt joins us to talk ...

Ross Montgomery on THE MURDER AT WORLD'S END

10 Jan 2026

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The Murder at World's End by Ross Montgomery is a rollicking locked-room mystery centered on a dynamic detective duo. Ross joins us to talk about Hal...

Emma Pattee on TILT

08 Jan 2026

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Tilt by Emma Pattee is a breathtaking exploration of humanity, desperation, love and survival in the midst of a catastrophe. Emma joins us to talk ab...

Ben Markovits on THE REST OF OUR LIVES

06 Jan 2026

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The Rest of Our Lives by Ben Markovits is a deeply human and tender story of a man's journey across North America. Ben joins us to talk about road tr...

How We Read Now (featuring MJ Franklin and Joumana Khatib of The New York Times)

01 Jan 2026

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Get ready for another great year of reading! MJ Franklin and Joumana Khatib of The New York Times join us to talk about dissecting the literary canon...

Jeff Chang on WATER MIRROR ECHO

13 Dec 2025

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Water Mirror Echo by Jeff Chang is a gripping blend of biography and history centered on a legendary figure. Jeff joins us to talk about community, C...

Annie Leibovitz on WOMEN

11 Dec 2025

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Women by legendary photographer Annie Leibovitz is a remarkable celebration of life and womanhood through powerful portraits. Annie joined us live at...

Charles Duhigg on SUPERCOMMUNICATORS

09 Dec 2025

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Supercommunicators by Charles Duhigg expertly examines how to understand others and be understood through effective communication. Charles joins us t...

Simon Winchester on THE BREATH OF THE GODS

06 Dec 2025

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The Breath of the Gods by Simon Winchester is a fascinating deep dive into a familiar phenomenon. Simon joins us to talk about changing wind speeds, ...

Bill Bryson on A SHORT HISTORY OF NEARLY EVERYTHING 2.0

04 Dec 2025

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A Short History of Nearly Everything 2.0 by Bill Bryson is the fully revised and updated exploration of life's biggest questions. Bill joins us to ta...

Elizabeth McCracken on A LONG GAME

02 Dec 2025

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A Long Game by Elizabeth McCracken is a thoughtful and engaging guide to the craft of writing filled with tips, tricks and personal anecdotes from an...

Garth Greenwell on SMALL RAIN

29 Nov 2025

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Small Rain by Garth Greenwell is a haunting story of one man's emotional reckoning. Garth joins us to talk about bewilderment, memory, interiority, J...

Samin Nosrat on GOOD THINGS

27 Nov 2025

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Good Things by Samin Nosrat — our 2025 Gift Book of the Year — is a unique guide to forming a deeper sense of connection through food, paired wit...

Jen Percy on GIRLS PLAY DEAD

26 Nov 2025

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Girls Play Dead by award-winning journalist Jen Percy is a powerful and poignant portrait of women and survival. Jen joins us to talk about understan...

Lily King on HEART THE LOVER

25 Nov 2025

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Heart the Lover by Lily King is a gripping story of family, identity, life and love from the bestselling author of Writers & Lovers. Lily joined us l...

W. David Marx on BLANK SPACE

22 Nov 2025

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Blank Space: A Cultural History of the Twenty-First Century by author and critic W. David Marx is a gripping retrospective that examines our culture ...

Susan Orlean on JOYRIDE

20 Nov 2025

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Joyride by Susan Orlean is a vibrant memoir about the craft of writing and the pursuit of creativity from an acclaimed author. Susan joins us to talk...

Bryan Washington on PALAVER

19 Nov 2025

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Palaver by National Book Award finalist Bryan Washington is a moving story about mother and son, identity, home and humanity. Bryan joins us to talk ...

John Edgar Wideman on LANGUAGES OF HOME

18 Nov 2025

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Languages of Home by John Edgar Wideman is a collection of the acclaimed author and cultural critic's most influential works — five decades in the ...

Julian Brave NoiseCat on WE SURVIVED THE NIGHT

15 Nov 2025

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We Survived the Night by Julian Brave NoiseCat is a powerful and poignant blend of memoir, poetry, folklore and reportage from an Oscar-nominated dir...

Quiara Alegría Hudes on THE WHITE HOT

13 Nov 2025

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The White Hot by Quiara Alegría Hudes is a lyrical and poignant novel about womanhood, home and identity from the author of the Pulitzer Prize-winne...

Ann Packer on SOME BRIGHT NOWHERE

12 Nov 2025

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Some Bright Nowhere by Ann Packer is a tender story of marriage, family and home. Ann joins us to talk about shifting perspective, community, charac...

Tony Tulathimutte on REJECTION

11 Nov 2025

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Rejection by Tony Tulathimutte is a sharp and smart collection about belonging, vanity and connection. Tony joins us to talk about character vs plot,...

Aja Gabel on LIGHTBREAKERS

08 Nov 2025

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Lightbreakers by Aja Gabel is a genre-defying story about how far one would go to save the person they love. Aja joins us to talk about time travel, ...