Ep 258: Reading for peace, joy, and escapism

Ep 258: Reading for peace, joy, and escapism

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Ep 514: Seeking heartwarming, oh-so-discussable reads

We often hear from book club members who are interested in finding the right picks for their reading groups. Today Anne explores a deliciously fun twist on this idea with guest Madeline Janney, an early intervention speech therapist with a unique community-based hobby you'll hear ...  Show more

Ep 513: Maggie O’Farrell on writing for the page and screen

Readers, we have a special episode for you today: Anne is talking with one of her favorite authors, Maggie O'Farrell. They're not just talking about one book, one film, or one story today; instead, their conversation explores the creative process, and why certain stories resonate ...  Show more

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