S4 E26: Geraldine Brooks, Jason Baumann, and Stoney Stamper

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S4 E26: Geraldine Brooks, Jason Baumann, and Stoney Stamper Submitted by This Is the Author Podcast on April 24, 2019

In this episode meet, Geraldine Brooks, author of Foreign Correspondence; Jason Bauman, editor of The Stonewall Reader; and Stoney Stamper, author of My First Rodeo. From reconnecting with old pen pals to exploring integral and unknown pieces of LGBT history to sharing the ups-and-downs of fatherhood, this episode explores the importance of sharing stories and preserving voices from our pasts. And, find out how through recording her audiobook, one author was able to reconnect with her younger selves.

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Tagged: Foreign Correspondence, Geraldine Brooks, Jason Baumann, My First Rodeo, Podcast, Stoney Stamper, The Stonewall Reader, This is the Author

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S4 E25: Tyler Kepner, Monica L. Smith, and Mathew Sleeth Submitted by This Is the Author Podcast on April 16, 2019

In this episode of This Is the Author meet Tyler Kepner, author of K: A History of Baseball in Ten Pitches; Monica L. Smith, author of Cities; and Matthew Sleeth, author of Reforesting Faith. Each of these authors wants to ensure that the history and importance of particular people and places are acknowledged, explored, and celebrated—whether it’s a beloved baseball pitcher, a bustling city, or the beauty of trees in the natural world. And, learn why one author’s recording experience reminded him of reading aloud in first grade.

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Tagged: Cities, Hal Elrod, Matthew Sleeth, Monica L. Smith, Podcast, Reforesting Faith, The Miracle Equation, This is the Author

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S4 E24: Hal Elrod, Ashley Neese, and Erin Lowry Submitted by This Is the Author Podcast on April 16, 2019

In this episode of This Is the Author meet, Hal Elrod, author of The Miracle Equation; Ashley Neese, author of How to Breathe; and Erin Lowry, author of Broke Millennial Takes On Investing. These three authors decided to write and record their audiobooks in order to share formulas, lessons, and wisdom that will help listeners live a balanced, less stressful life. And, find out which author would cast any of the Real Housewives of New York to narrate her audiobook.

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Tagged: Ashley Neese, Broke Millennial Takes On Investing, Erin Lowry, Hal Elrod, How to Breathe, Podcast, self-care audiobooks, The Miracle Equation, This is the Author

Q&A with Mitali Perkins, author of Forward Me Back to You Submitted by Erin Murphy on April 10, 2019

Mitali Perkins is the author of a number of books for young readers including Tiger Boy, Rickshaw Girl, and You Bring the Distant Near. Her latest work, Forward Me Back to You is an incredibly poignant story of hope and the healing power of strong friendships. Read more

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S4 E23: Martha Hall Kelly Submitted by This Is the Author Podcast on April 9, 2019

In this special episode of This Is the Author meet Martha Hall Kelly, bestselling author of Lilac Girls. She tells us about her newest audiobook, Lost Roses which is narrated by four talented narrators: Catherine Taber, Tavia Gilbert, Kathleen Gati, and Karissa Vacker.

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Tagged: bookclub, Cassandra Campbell, Catherine Taber, crafter, gardener-cook, Karissa Vacker, Kathleen Gati, Kathrin Kana, Lilac Girls, Lost Roses, Martha Hall Kelly, Tavia Gilbert

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S4 E22: Helen Ellis, Lizzie Post, and Cathy Guisewite Submitted by This Is the Author Podcast on April 9, 2019

In this episode of This Is the Author meet Helen Ellis, author of Southern Lady Code; Lizzie Post, author of Higher Etiquette; and Cathy Guisewite, author of Fifty Things That Aren’t My Fault. While listening to stories about Southern Lady charm, cannabis etiquette, and Cathy’s famous “AACK,” you will fall in love with these ladies’ laugh-out-loud honesty about the writing and recording process. Plus learn which author’s mother made a special appearance in the recording booth.

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Tagged: Anna Guisewite, Cathy Guisewite, Fifty Things That Aren't My Fault, Helen Ellis, Higher Etiquette, Lizzie Post, Podcast, Southern Lady Code, This is the Author

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S4 E20: Gigi Gorgeous, Shannon Sedgwick Davis, and Kwame Onwuachi Submitted by This Is the Author Podcast on April 2, 2019

In this episode of This Is the Author meet Gigi Gorgeous, author of He Said, She Said; Shannon Sedgwick Davis, author of To Stop a Warlord; and Kwame Onwuachi, author of Notes from a Young Black Chef. More than one of these authors described the audio recording process as “therapeutic.” Hear why…whether it was overcoming that childhood fear of being picked to read aloud, to completing that final step in a long publishing journey from living a story to writing it down. These authors can inspire us all to achieve our dreams and fight for what we believe in. Plus, find out which author would cast Snoop Dogg to narrate their audiobook.

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Tagged: bookclub, gardener-cook, Gigi Gorgeous, He Said She Said, Joshua David Stein, Kwame Onwuachi, Notes from a Young Black Chef, Podcast, Shannon Sedgwick Davis, This is the Author, To Stop a Warlord

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S4 E19: Mira Jacob, Robert W. Lee, and Carlotta Walls LaNier Submitted by This Is the Author Podcast on April 2, 2019

In this episode of This Is the Author meet Mira Jacob, author of Good Talk; Robert W. Lee, author of A Sin by Any Other Name; and Carlotta Walls LaNier, author of A Mighty Long Way. These authors share their personal narratives, exploring the topics of race, identity, and our country’s history, and will no doubt inspire listeners’ own conversations. And find out which author described their recording process as “a bear.”

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Tagged: A Mighty Long Way, A Sin by Any Other Name, Carlotta Walls Lanier, Good Talk, Mira Jacob, Podcast, Robert W. Lee, This is the Author

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S4 E17: Carolyn Forché, Eric O’Neill, and Evan Ratliff Submitted by This Is the Author Podcast on March 26, 2019

In this episode meet Carolyn Forché, author of What You Have Heard Is True; Eric O’Neill, author of Gray Day; and Evan Ratliff, author of The Mastermind. These authors reveal personal truths, undercover spy stories, and dark secrets in their riveting audiobooks. Hear the truth about what it was like to record…including which author had trouble pronouncing United States over and over again.

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Tagged: business, Carolyn Forché, Eric O’Neill, Evan Ratliff, Gray Day, Podcast, The Mastermind, This is the Author, What You Have Heard Is True

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S4 E16: Sunita Puri, Oren Jay Sofer, and Serene Jones Submitted by This Is the Author Podcast on March 19, 2019

In this episode, meet Sunita Puri, author of That Good Night; Oren Jay Sofer, author of Say What You Mean; and Serene Jones, author of Call It Grace. By sharing spiritual lessons and life skills, these authors aim to help listeners communicate their needs and achieve more meaningful lives. Plus, discover which author’s dream narrator is Bryan Cranston.

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Tagged: Call It Grace, Oren Jay Sofer, Say What You Mean, self-care audiobooks, Serene Jones, Sunita Puri, That Good Night, This is the Author

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