Tag Archives: simon & schuster

Episode 60: Interview with Katherine A. Sherbrooke

May 18, 2021Author InterviewAmerican Historical Fiction, Author Interview, Book Discussion, book discussions, Friday Reads, Katherine Sherbrooke, Lucy Stone, Pegasus Books, Readers Advisory, simon & schuster, Staff Pick, Susan B. Anthonytopshelfatmerricklibrary

Katherine A. Sherbrooke sat down with me for our 60th episode to talk about, Leaving Coy’s Hill, an unforgettable story about the triumphs and travails of a woman unwilling to play by the rules, based on the the remarkable life of pioneering feminist and abolitionist Lucy Stone. Lucy Stone was news to me until the gift of Leaving Coy’s Hill arrived in my mailbox. I cannot wait for you all to discover Lucy and her incredible journey. Thank you so much Katherine Sherbrooke for joining me on this episode!

Katherine Sherbrooke recommends books by: Jenna Blum, Rachel Barenbaum, Crystal King, Marjan Kamali, Christopher Castellani

Get more information about Grub Street right here!

Podcast: Play in new window | Download

Episode 50! Interview with author Sarah Langan

February 2, 2021Author InterviewAtria Books, Author Interview, Book Discussion, book discussions, Friday Reads, Readers Advisory, simon & schuster, Staff Picktopshelfatmerricklibrary

What better way to celebrate the 50th episode than with Long Island native, author Sarah Langan for her latest book, the page-turning suburban thriller, GOOD NEIGHBORS.

A riveting and ruthless portrayal of American suburbia, GOOD NEIGHBORS excavates the perils and betrayals of motherhood and friendships and the dangerous clash between social hierarchy, childhood trauma, and fear.

This is such a special episode… Sarah Langan and I talked local LI establishments that appear in the book, suburban living, sink holes and yes, even Godzilla. Man did we pack alot into 32 minutes. Please join me for this episode-it was a total blast.

Sarah Langan recommends Southern Book Club’s Guide to Slaying Vampires by Grady Hendrix

Podcast: Play in new window | Download

Episode 46 Interview with author Susie Yang

December 3, 2020Author InterviewAuthor Interview, Book Discussion, book discussions, debut, debut author, Friday Reads, Readers Advisory, simon & schuster, Staff Picktopshelfatmerricklibrary

Ivy Lin was a thief but you would never know it to look at her. So starts the compelling debut, White Ivy, by my guest for this episode, debut author Susie Yang.

White Ivy is a coming-of-age novel that is a nuanced exploration of class and race filled with surprising twists and a glimpse into the dark side of a woman who yearns for success at any cost. All I can say is good luck trying to make dinner when you’re halfway through the book! We had a terrific conversation that included how she got the news about making the NYT Bestseller list, getting the Shondaland treatment, and more! I am thrilled she stopped by to speak with us… thank you so much Susie!

Susie Yang recommends: The Line of Beauty by Alan Hollinghurst and The Patrick Melbourne Novels by Edward St. Aubyn

Give a Listen, Read the Book!

Podcast: Play in new window | Download

Episode 36: Interview with Lisa See, author of The Island of Sea Women

March 6, 2020Author InterviewAuthor Interview, Book Discussion, book discussions, Lisa See, Readers Advisory, Scribner, simon & schuster, Staff Picktopshelfatmerricklibrary

Well. To say I was thrilled to host author Lisa See is an understatement. And no, I couldn’t sleep the night before. We talked about her most recent novel, The Island of Sea Women, available in paperback on Tuesday, March 10th.

A classic Lisa See story—one of women’s friendships and the larger forces that shape them—The Island of Sea Women introduces readers to the fierce and unforgettable female divers of Jeju Island and the dramatic history that shaped their lives. And a story you will not be able to put down and one you won’t soon forget. Booklist has called the novel, “A stupendous multi-generational family saga” and I could not agree more. A major theme of the book is forgiveness, and boy, that’s a tough one on a good day…we get into that and more for this episode.

I could have listened to her speak all day and I cannot thank her enough.

Also-you must visit Lisa’s incredible website-it is chock full of everything you need to make you reading experience that much more successful. It’s the perfect reader’s companion.

#GiveAListenReadtheBook

Place your hold here for all of Lisa See’s titles in multiple formats, including the mystery series!

Podcast: Play in new window | Download

Episode 31: Interview with Erin Somers, author of Stay Up With Hugo Best

May 23, 2019Author InterviewAuthor Interview, Book Discussion, book discussions, debut, debut author, Friday Reads, Readers Advisory, simon & schustertopshelfatmerricklibrary

“Reading is the whole reason to be alive”, says Erin Somers in this episode.

I couldn’t agree more.

So what are your plans for this weekend? Make sure it includes, Stay Up With Hugo Best by Erin Somers.

Our main character, June Bloom, is twenty-nine, broke, and an aspiring comedy writer. Hugo Best is a beloved late-night chat show host – and notorious womanizer – who invites her to his mansion for Memorial Day Weekend. Stay Up With Hugo Best is the story of their four days together.

What a fabulous conversation I had with Erin about this book…we talked about many things, but no spoilers here. She’s in the midst of her book tour and speaking at the Center for Fiction tonight (5/23rd) in Brooklyn. Get your tickets now, and then visit Erin’s website http://www.esomers.com/ or find her on Twitter at: @somerserin. I’m thrilled to have hosted her and cannot wait to have her back.

Two books Erin mentioned as must reads: The Falconer by Dana Czapnik and Three Women by Lisa Taddeo.