Revisiting ‘The Joy Luck Club’

Two new romance novels subvert expectations about the genre. In Tropesick, Katie and Tyler are old acquaintances who are reunited as writing partners. In today’s episode, author Lauren Okie chats with All Things Considered’s Juana Summers about structuring the novel with differen ...  Show more

Utah Republican Gov. Spencer Cox is out with a new book – but he wants to clarify that he’s not running for president (often an assumption when politicians write books). Off Ramp: How To Be A Peacemaker In An Age Of Contempt is an extension of a plea he made following the killing ...  Show more

Ellen and Mom discuss the letters, long-lost love, and loss in You with a View by Jessica Joyce.  Plus, astrological readings and roasting children with sick burns in the pursuit of teaching them to be better humans.  

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Ellen and Mom discuss Central Park, celebrating New Year's, and cinematic retellings in You, Again by Kate Goldbeck.  Plus, roasting children and flipping burgers.  

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Tune in to hear Nicole and Nusrah talk about Asian American femme authors, in conversation with the wonderful Kelly Yang, author of Front Desk and Parachutes. For even more kidlit news and recommendations, sign up for our The Kids Are All Right newsletter! Books Mentioned Any Day ...  Show more

Ellen and Mom discuss the friend fic, family drama, and female friendships in Georgie, All Along by Kate Clayborn.  Plus, a therapy session and anniversary.  

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