The Inside Flap

A fun chat with Kate Quinn all about her new book The Astral Library, living inside of books, dream libraries, and dragons. Plus – Dave & Laura have an interesting lunch with friends, and Andrew almost passes out while teaching. We also recommend: All Involved by Ryan Gattis, It’s Not Her by Mary Kubica, and … Continue reading How To Live Inside A Book With Kate Quinn

A fun chat with Will Dean all about his new book Adrift, the importance of first lines, chopping wood for exercise, and his unique writing process. Plus- Dave finally has someone comment on his work email icon after 10 years, Laura has to quit listening to self help podcasts because they were NOT HELPING, and … Continue reading Ep. 320 Chopping Wood With Will Dean

We’re joined by James Rollins for a fun chat about his new book Trust No One, the importance of routines, witches, talking to strangers, and writing off vacations. Plus- Dave’s co-worker infiltrates a rehearsal, Laura complains about Dave’s hiking, and Andrew’s student demands a grade of 100%. We also recommend: Box Full of Darkness by … Continue reading Ep. 319 How To Write Off A Vacation With James Rollins

A fun chat with Saundra Mitchell all about her new book This Side of Gone, culture shock, and scary highways. Plus – Dave’s not showering and his classroom smells, Laura is looking at points north, and Andrew takes a trip to the ER. We also recommend: The Cut by Chris Brookmyre, The Unselected Journals of … Continue reading Ep. 318 Culture Shock and Freaky Freeways With Saundra Mitchell

We’re joined by Lynn Cullen for a fun chat all about her book When We Were Brilliant, the allure of Marilyn Monroe, her photographer Eve Arnold, and her intriguing relationship with Joe DiMaggio. Plus – Dave has a panini adventure, Laura hits the gym with a friend, and Andrew’s students find out about his snoring … Continue reading Ep. 317 Marilyn Monroe’s Favorite Photographer With Lynn Cullen