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Publisher |: Penguin Random House

Media Type |: audio

Podknife tags |: Books,; Interview

Categories Via RSS |: Arts,; Books,; Society & Culture,; TV & Film

We’re staying connected with each other and the stories and authors who inspire us. BOOKS CONNECT US brings you brand new conversations with some of your favorite authors.

Premiere Date |: 2020-04-02
Frequency |: Weekly
Explicit |: No

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128 Available Episodes (128 Total) / Average duration: 00:30:36

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128 Available Episodes (128 Total)Average duration: 00:30:36

Apr 24, 2023

00:44:30

This week on BOOKS CONNECT US, we welcome Dani Shapiro, author of eleven books , most recently Signal Fires, which won the National Jewish Books Award and Inheritance, which was a New York Times Bestseller. Alyssa and Dani go deep, discussing the intersection of memory and imagination while writing, the importance of self-identity and ancestry in storytelling and the ways in which family — both biological and found — can inform our writing styles and choices.

You can find all of Dani’s books at DaniShapiro.com | Instagram: @daniwriter | Twitter: DaniJShapiro

Books mentioned in today’s episode: Inheritance by Dani Shapiro: https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/554262/inheritance-by-dani-shapiro/

Signal Fires by Dani Shapiro: https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/706864/signal-fires-by-dani-shapiro/

In Search of Lost Time by Marcel Proust: https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/series/SLT/in-search-of-lost-time

Praying with Jane Eyre by Vanessa Zoltan: https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/623433/praying-with-jane-eyre-by-vanessa-zoltan/

Fellowship point by Alice Elliot Dark Monogamy by Sue Miller

Apr 17, 2023

00:37:33

This episode, we welcome Lakiesha Carr and her Knopf editor, Maria Goldverg. Lakeisha is the author of AN AUTOBIOGRAPHY OF SKIN, a profound and tender look at Black womanhood. Maria and Lakiesha discuss the intimacy required to write fiction, the importance of intergenerational connections, and the ways in which we insert ourselves into our art. You can find Lakeisha at www.lakieshacarr.com

Subscribe and follow for more author interviews and book-related content: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/books-connect-us/id1059532301

An Autobiography of Skin by Lakiesha Carr: https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/696553/an-autobiography-of-skin-by-lakiesha-carr/

Books by Gayle Jones: https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/authors/61474/gayl-jones

The Bluest Eye by Toni Morrison: https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/117662/the-bluest-eye-by-toni-morrison/

Apr 12, 2023

00:27:28

This episode, we welcome Dolen Perkins-Valdez, author of the unforgettable and deeply profound TAKE MY HAND, which won the NAACP Image Award for Outstanding Literary Work - Fiction. Carolina talks to Dolen about her writing and research process, the true-life inspiration behind TAKE MY HAND and the immense importance of historical fiction. Alyssa and Carolina recap at the end, unpacking this powerful interview.

You can find Dolen at www.dolenperkinsvaldez.com | Instagram: @dolenperkinsvaldez | Twitter: @dolen

Subscribe and follow for more author interviews and book-related content:

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/books-connect-us/id1059532301

Books In Today’s Show:

Take My Hand by Dolen Perkins-Valdez: https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/676198/take-my-hand-by-dolen-perkins-valdez/

The Days of Afrekete by Asali Solomon: https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/692739/the-days-of-afrekete-by-asali-solomon/

Apr 10, 2023

00:26:28

In today’s episode, we talk to Eleanor Shearer, author of the gripping and beautiful RIVER SING ME HOME, which was a GMA Book Club Pick. Carolina chats with Eleanor about finding time for creative writing (especially within the confines of a day job), traveling to the Caribbean for her novel and unraveling the complicated tapestries of our identities, homes and families. Be sure to stick around for Carolina and Alyssa’s recap at the end.

Subscribe and follow for more author interviews and book-related content: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/books-connect-us/id1059532301

You can find Eleanor at https://www.eleanorshearer.com/ | Instagram: @eleanorbshearer | Twitter: @ellieshearer

Books In Today’s Show: River Sing Me Home by Eleanor Shearer: https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/713326/river-sing-me-home-by-eleanor-shearer/

Augustown by Ken Miller: https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/546645/augustown-by-kei-miller/

The Human Origins of Beatrice Potter and Other Essential Ghosts by Soraya Palmer: https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/719646/the-human-origins-of-beatrice-porter-and-other-essential-ghosts-by-soraya-palmer/

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Books Connect Us: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/books-connect-us/id1059532301

The Taste Podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/taste/id1393739959

Marlon and Jake Read Dead People: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/marlon-and-jake-read-dead-people/id1492163935

Apr 05, 2023

00:41:14

Today, we talk to NYT Bestselling and James Beard Award-winning author of The Korean Vegan Cookbook , Joanne Lee Molinaro. Alyssa chats with Joanne about representation, the writing and publishing process, family stories and how they seep into our writing, and much more! Be sure to stick around for Carolina and Alyssa’s recap at the end.

You can find Joanne at https://thekoreanvegan.com/

TikTok: @thekoreanvegan | Instagram @thekoreanvegan | Twitter @thekoreanvegan

Books In Today’s Show:

The Korean Vegan Cookbook by Joanne Lee Molinaro: https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/609610/the-korean-vegan-cookbook-by-joanne-lee-molinaro/

The Joy Luck Club by Amy Tan: https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/300526/the-joy-luck-club-by-amy-tan/

BReD: Sourdough Loaves, Small Breads, and Other Plant-Based Baking

By Ed Tatton with Natasha Tatton: https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/704090/bred-by-ed-tatton-with-natasha-tatton/

Subscribe and follow for more author interviews and book-related content:

Books Connect Us:

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/books-connect-us/id1059532301

The Taste Podcast:

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/taste/id1393739959

Marlon and Jake Read Dead People:

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/marlon-and-jake-read-dead-people/id1492163935

Apr 03, 2023

00:22:47

In today’s episode, get to know Alyssa Adler and Carolina Meurkens, the new hosts of BOOKS CONNECT US! We chat about what’s in store for the new season, how authors portray their origin stories and have fun laughing about what books inspired us growing up (and as adults). All new season of author interviews start Wednesday, April 5!

Books In Today’s Show:Alyssa's Favorites:

Starring Sally J Freedman as Herself by Judy Blume: https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/15148/starring-sally-j-freedman-as-herself-by-judy-blume/

Educated by Tara Westover: https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/550168/educated-by-tara-westover/

The Vanishing Half by Brit Bennett: https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/576782/the-vanishing-half-by-brit-bennett/

Fleishman Is In Trouble by Taffy Brodesser-Akner: https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/573460/fleishman-is-in-trouble-by-taffy-brodesser-akner/

Bras & Broomsticks by Sarah Mlynowski: https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/115700/bras-and-broomsticks-by-sarah-mlynowski/

Carolina’s Favorites:

Tales of a Fourth Grade Nothing by Judy Blume: https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/286551/tales-of-a-fourth-grade-nothing-by-judy-blume/

This Is How You Lose Her by Junot Diaz: https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/289020/this-is-how-you-lose-her-by-junot-diaz/

The Brief Wondrous Life of Oscar Wao: https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/289021/the-brief-wondrous-life-of-oscar-wao-by-junot-diaz/

All This Could Be Different by Sarah Thankam Mathews: https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/691034/all-this-could-be-different-by-sarah-thankam-mathews/

Mar 27, 2023

00:00:40

This brand new season of BOOKS CONNECT US will keep you connected with the authors and stories that inspire you, and bring you the inside scoop on “the story behind the story”. Join hosts Alyssa Adler and Carolina Meurkens in conversation with diverse authors, as they discuss how identity impacts writing, the inspiration behind their books, and how storytelling can change the world.

New episodes drop right here starting next Monday April 3rd!

Mar 06, 2023

00:27:03

The new book EMPIRELAND is an illuminating tour through the hidden legacies and modern realities of British empire that exposes how much of the present-day United Kingdom is actually rooted in its colonial past. In accessible, witty prose, award-winning journalist and best-selling author Sathnam Sanghera traces this legacy back to its source, exposing how—in both profound and innocuous ways—imperial domination has shaped the United Kingdom we know today. EMPIRELAND boldly makes the case that in order to understand America, we must first understand British imperialism. Now let's join author Sathnam Sanghera in conversation with his editor Lisa Lucas.

Dec 20, 2022

00:32:55

George R. R. Martin is the #1 New York Times bestselling author of many novels, including those of the acclaimed series A SONG OF ICE AND FIRE, upon which the iconic HBO series GAME OF THRONES is based. FIRE & BLOOD is his thrilling history of the Targaryans, which is the inspiration for the new HBO series HOUSE OF THE DRAGON. On today's episode fellow author David Anthony Durham talks with George R.R. Martin about his legendary books, his thoughts on the full season of HOUSE OF THE DRAGON, and takes George through a game of Westeros-themed "Would You Rather."

Dec 15, 2022

00:45:46

George Saunders is the author of nine books, including the novel LINCOLN IN THE BARDO, which won the Man Booker Prize, and the brand-new short story collection LIBERATION DAY. On today's episode George is in conversation with Matt Rodbard, host of the popular food culture show THE TASTE PODCAST. They discussed Chicago pizza, Santa Cruz coffee, lunch in Texas oil fields, and food of the future. It's a fun, wide-ranging discussion. You can also subscribe to THE TASTE PODCAST right on this very platform. Now enjoy Matt Rodbard in conversation with the author George Saunders.

Apr 24 | 00:44:30

Dani Shapiro, author of SIGNAL FIRES and INHERITANCE

Apr 17 | 00:37:33

Lakiesha Carr, author of the intimate AN AUTOBIOGRAPHY OF SKIN

Apr 12 | 00:27:28

Dolen Perkins-Valdez, author of TAKE MY HAND

Apr 10 | 00:26:28

Eleanor Shearer, author of the beautiful RIVER SING ME HOME

Apr 05 | 00:41:14

Joanne Lee Molinaro, author of the James Beard Award-Winning, NYT Bestseller THE KOREAN VEGAN COOKBOOK

Apr 03 | 00:22:47

How Do Authors Portray Their Origin Stories? (Plus, meet your new hosts!)

Mar 27 | 00:00:40

An exciting new season of BOOKS CONNECT US!

Mar 06 | 00:27:03

Sathnam Sanghera, author EMPIRELAND, on the hidden legacies and modern realities of the British empire

Dec 20 | 00:32:55

George R.R. Martin, author of the acclaimed series A SONG OF ICE AND FIRE

Dec 15 | 00:45:46

George Saunders, author of LINCOLN IN THE BARDO and LIBERATION DAY

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