Loading...

PODCAST

Bookish Flights: Themed Book Recommendations & Author Interviews

Bookish Flights is the place to talk books and reading. This podcast focuses on connection, storytelling and the transformative power of books. Each episode invites guests to share the three books that have influenced them, unlocking their wisdom and how it changed their lives. Books are a bridge that connects us, a remedy for loneliness, and the best conversational currency to be the most interesting person in the room! Rooted in the belief that stories shape who we are, this podcast brings people

arts books

All Episodes

37:37

Cold War Spies, Historical Fiction & Classic British...

Bookish Flights: Themed Book Recommendations & Author... ·

2026/10/07

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Bookish Flights, I’m joined by national bestselling and award-winning author Katherine Reay to talk about her latest novel, The Undercover Bookshop. We chat about life on a Montana ranch, writing spy novels, the fascinating true history behind her fiction, and why sometimes the facts are far more unbelievable than anything she could make up. Katherine also brings us a Book Flight of Classic British Mysteries. Episode Highlights: Life on a Montana ranch a...

en

38:45

Writing for Kids, Loving Your Readers & the Magic of...

Bookish Flights: Themed Book Recommendations & Author... ·

2026/09/30

Send us Fan Mail Today, I’m joined by bestselling author Annie Barrows to talk about her journey from editor to author, why she loves writing for children, and her Stella & Marigold series, including the newest book, Past and Presents. We also talk about the joy of getting lost in a story, writing with the reader in mind, and, of course, I couldn’t let Annie go without asking about one of my favorites, The Guernsey Literary and Potato Peel Pie Society. Episode Highlights: Annie’s journ...

en

38:28

How to Build Deeper Friendships & Meaningful...

Bookish Flights: Themed Book Recommendations & Author... ·

2026/09/25

Send us Fan Mail Today’s episode features Alex Alexander, author of Are We Friends Yet: How to Deepen Your Relationships and Create the Community You Need and host of the Friendship IRL podcast. Alex and I talk about writing her first book, what surprised her about the process, and her experience navigating self-publishing versus traditional publishing. We also explore the ideas at the heart of her work: how reframing the way we think about friendship can make connection feel much more a...

en

27:43

Zibby Owens on Between Chapters, Reinvention & What...

Bookish Flights: Themed Book Recommendations & Author... ·

2026/09/23

Send us Fan Mail This week, I’m joined by Zibby Owens—bestselling author, host of Totally Booked with Zibby, and founder of Zibby Media—to talk about her new memoir, Between Chapters. We talk about motherhood, reinvention, the emotions that come with telling your own story, and what she discovered looking back over a decade of her life. After interviewing more than 2,300 authors herself, Zibby also shares what all of those conversations have taught her about people, stories, and books. Episod...

en

53:52

Finding Humor, Fighting Loneliness & Unlikely...

Bookish Flights: Themed Book Recommendations & Author... ·

2026/09/16

Send us Fan Mail Today’s episode features Gordon Jack, author of Poppy Montgomery Gets Even. After 30 years as a high school librarian and writing two young adult novels, Gordon is turning his attention to adult fiction with a cozy mystery featuring an unforgettable octogenarian crime fighter. He talks about how his years surrounded by books shaped him as a writer, finding humor in complicated characters, and bringing two generations experiencing loneliness together on the page. His Book Flig...

en

52:27

Romantasy, Hybrid Publishing & the Influence of...

Bookish Flights: Themed Book Recommendations & Author... ·

2026/09/09

Send us Fan Mail New York Times bestselling author Penn Cole joins me to celebrate Burn of the Everflame, the fourth book in her Kindred’s Curse Saga. We talk about her journey from self-publishing to hybrid publishing, building her community one reader at a time, and the growing influence readers have on the publishing landscape. Penn also shares what it takes to write both sides of romantasy well, how fantasy creates space for political and social commentary, and why she stood behind her wo...

en

37:18

Truth, Crime & Fiction: Hank Phillippi Ryan on...

Bookish Flights: Themed Book Recommendations & Author... ·

2026/09/04

Send us Fan Mail Today’s guest is Hank Phillipi Ryan, the USA Today bestselling author of seventeen thrillers, including the Mary Higgins Clark Award-winning All This Could Be Yours. A true powerhouse in the mystery and suspense world, she won every major award in the genre and has captivated readers around the globe with her twist-filled novels. Before becoming one of today’s most celebrated thriller writers, Hank spent decades as an award-winning investigative reporter in Boston, earning an...

en

41:33

From the NFL to Crime Fiction: Andre Hardy on Tear...

Bookish Flights: Themed Book Recommendations & Author... ·

2026/09/02

Send us Fan Mail In today’s episode, I’m chatting with Andre Hardy, a former NFL player turned writer and author of the debut crime novel Tear the City Down. Set in San Diego against the high-stakes world of professional football, the novel draws on Andre’s own experiences in the NFL while exploring the darker sides of the sport and the city. We also talk about his path to writing, the role of jazz throughout the Coltrane series, and the experiences that shaped his storytelling. Episode High...

en

34:00

BFF Book Club - Spies, Lies & Alibis with Natalie...

Bookish Flights: Themed Book Recommendations & Author... ·

2026/08/28

Send us Fan Mail In today’s BFF Book Club episode, I’m chatting with romantic suspense author Natalie Walters about our August pick, Spies, Lies, and Alibis. Natalie takes us behind the scenes of this Mr. & Mrs. Smith-inspired story and shares how she found her way to romantic suspense, what makes an idea worthy of becoming a novel, and why authenticity matters even in a story filled with spies, secrets, and high-stakes situations. Episode Highlights: How Natalie found her way into wri...

en

48:12

Motherhood, Sobriety & Writing Complex Women in Book...

Bookish Flights: Themed Book Recommendations & Author... ·

2026/08/26

Send us Fan Mail In today’s episode, I am chatting with Jessica Guerrieri, an award-winning novelist and essayist whose literary fiction explores the complexities of motherhood, identity, family, and the ways our past continues to shape us. She is the author of Between the Devil and the Deep Blue Sea, winner of the 2023 Maurice Prize for Fiction, and her newest novel, Both Can Be True. Beyond her fiction, Jessica is a passionate voice in essays on sobriety and mental health communities. Her b...

en

35:05

Alli Dyer on Night Songs, Family Legacy & the Magic...

Bookish Flights: Themed Book Recommendations & Author... ·

2026/08/19

Send us Fan Mail In today’s episode, I am chatting with Alli Dyer. Alli was born in Tennessee and raised in the mountains of Virginia. Alli is the author of Strange Folk and her latest novel, Night Songs. For the last decade, she worked in the entertainment and book publishing, bringing a unique perspective to the stories she tells. We dive into Night Songs and the inspiration behind its story of family legacy, music, and discovering where we come from. Alli shares how growing up in the...

en

30:36

How Art Keeps History Alive: Thao Thai on The Seekers...

Bookish Flights: Themed Book Recommendations & Author... ·

2026/08/12

Send us Fan Mail Today's episode features Thao Thai, bestselling author of Banyan Moon. She joins us to discuss her latest novel, The Seekers of Deer Creek, a captivating story of two estranged sisters whose search for a lost painting uncovers long-buried family secrets stretching across generations and continents. In our conversation, we explore the many ways art preserves history and memory, the fascinating world of art conservation, and what it truly means to be an artist. Thao shares how ...

en

32:34

Rhys Bowen on The Castle in the Glen, Dual Timelines...

Bookish Flights: Themed Book Recommendations & Author... ·

2026/08/07

Send us Fan Mail This week on Bookish Flights, I'm joined by New York Times bestselling author Rhys Bowen to discuss her latest novel, The Castle in the Glen. We explore the inspiration behind the story, why the Isle of Skye was the perfect setting, and how Rhys layers mysteries "like peeling away the layers of an onion." Rhys also shares why she always travels to every location she writes about, how switching between her beloved mystery series and standalone novels keeps her creatively energ...

en

28:24

Writing Hope, Humor, and Older Characters: Anna...

Bookish Flights: Themed Book Recommendations & Author... ·

2026/08/05

Send us Fan Mail This week on Bookish Flights, internationally bestselling author Anna Johnston of The Borrowed Life of Frederick Fife and she returns to discuss her heartfelt new novel, When Lemons Give You Life. Inspired by her years working in aged care, Anna shares why she loves writing older characters who remind us that every stage of life still has purpose, dignity, and the capacity for joy. Episode Highlights: The inspiration behind When Lemons Give You Life and why she...

en

44:50

Neurodivergent Parenting: Faith, Grace, and Practical...

Bookish Flights: Themed Book Recommendations & Author... ·

2026/07/29

Send us Fan Mail This week on Bookish Flights, I'm joined by Ginny Kochis, author of Quirky Catholic Kids. Ginny shares what inspired her to write a practical guide for parents raising neurodivergent children through the lens of faith, while reminding us that many of these lessons apply to parenting children of all ages. We discuss what neurodivergence really means, why emotional regulation begins with us as parents, and how learning to respond instead of react can transform our homes. Ginny ...

en

11:57

What Actually Makes Someone a Reader? It's Simpler...

Bookish Flights: Themed Book Recommendations & Author... ·

2026/07/27

Send us Fan Mail As a physical therapist, I spent years helping people build habits that would improve their lives long after they left the clinic. Those experiences taught me that lasting change doesn't happen in one big moment—it happens through small, consistent choices. Lately, I've found myself asking that same question about reading. What makes someone a reader? As a lifelong reader and mom of three, I wanted to know what the research actually says about why some people develop a lifelo...

en

41:38

Books and Wine: The Novel Pairing with Erin...

Bookish Flights: Themed Book Recommendations & Author... ·

2026/07/22

Send us Fan Mail This week, I’m joined by Erin Kirschenmann—lifelong reader, wine educator, and founder of Novel Pairings, an online book and wine membership that brings together thoughtfully curated books, wine pairings, playlists, community, and in-person events. Whether you're a wine enthusiast or someone who has no idea what to order, Erin makes wine feel approachable and fun. We talk about why books and wine pair so naturally and how to take the intimidation out of choosing a bottle. Eri...

en

37:27

The Big Truths Fiction Can Tell with Julie Carrick...

Bookish Flights: Themed Book Recommendations & Author... ·

2026/07/15

Send us Fan Mail This week, I'm joined by Julie Carrick Dalton, journalist, former organic farmer and beekeeper, and author of The Forest Becomes Her. Julie's novels are deeply rooted in the natural world, exploring the relationship between people, place, and the communities we build together. Inspired by her own experience watching a beloved forest disappear to development, The Forest Becomes Her is ultimately a story about what a community loses when a forest is gone. Through the lives of t...

en

47:58

Why Stories Matter at Every Age: The Gift of a...

Bookish Flights: Themed Book Recommendations & Author... ·

2026/07/08

Send us Fan Mail This week on Bookish Flights, I'm joined by beloved children's author Kate DiCamillo for a conversation about something much bigger than writing. We explore what it means to be a reader, why stories shape us long after childhood, and how a love of books can become one of the greatest gifts we pass from one generation to the next. Kate's stories, including Because of Winn-Dixie, The Tale of Despereaux, The Miraculous Journey of Edward Tulane, and Flora & Ulysses, have beco...

en

36:39

What If? The Magic of Middle Grade Stories and...

Bookish Flights: Themed Book Recommendations & Author... ·

2026/07/01

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Bookish Flights, I’m joined by middle grade author and podcaster Becca Wierwille. She is the author of the Road Trip Rescue series and the Scout and Barnaby Mysteries. Becca writes stories that help kids embrace what makes them unique and discover the adventures waiting for them. Together, we discuss the power of children's books, how stories help build empathy, the importance of reading aloud, and why the middle grade years are such a pivotal time in a rea...

en

176 results

Similar Podcasts

Pop Culture Five

DEWVRE Podcasts and Such

DRAMA. with Connor & Dylan MacDowell

Connor and Dylan MacDowell

The Slowdown: Poetry & Reflection Daily

American Public Media

The Great Detectives Present Broadway"s My Beat

Adam Graham

Stage Whisper

Andrew Cortes and Hope Bird