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Ep. #433 - Joe Pulizzi Apr 06, 2020

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Today's episode is sponsored by Literati. Visit https://literati.com/probooknerds for 25% off your first two orders.

On today's episode, Adam sits down with Joe Pulizzi to discuss his debut novel The Will To Die. Joe is an icon in the world of Marketing and someone we've long known about as the creator of the Content Marketing Institute and Content Marketing World and so getting to sit down with him was an honor. Adam and Joe discuss they're Northeast Ohio roots, connecting content marketing to writing, and his unique background working in funeral homes. This was such a blast to record.

Recording Note: This was recorded back in February before Covid-19 created a need for social distancing.

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Ep. #432: Book Recs in the Time of Corona Apr 02, 2020

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Hey Nerds! Hope you're doing okay and continuing to practice social distancing. In case you need some book recommendations in our new world of quarantining at home... We're here to help. We bring great friend of the pod Andrea and newcomer Abbey onboard to round out the Zoom crew. Also several kitties, puppies, and a baby. We're podcasting on a budget, nerds. Enjoy!

A Visit From the Goon Squad by Jennifer Egan

Darling Rose Gold by Stephanie Wrobel

Matched by Ally Condie

Red Rising by Pierce Brown

Say Nothing by Patrick Radden Keefe

As You Wish: Inconceivable Tales from the Making of The Princess Bride by Cary Elwes

Little Fires Everywhere by Celeste Ng

The Lunar Chronicles by Marissa Meyer

6 Women of Salem by Marilynne K Roach

In the Shadow of Blackbirds by Cat Winter

Hissy Fit by Mary Kay Andrews

Attachments by Rainbow Rowell

Daughter of the Burning City by Amanda Foody

A Discovery of Witches by Deborah Harkness

A Secret History of Witches by Louisa Morgan

The Likeness by Tana French

Gumption by Nick Offerman

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Ep. #431 - Rachel Harrison Mar 30, 2020

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On today's episode, Adam interviews debut author Rachel Harrison about her new book The Return. They talk about her writing horror despite being very afraid of everything. They also break down how relationships and friendships change as we grow older. This chat was so much fun and extremely introspective.

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Ep. #430 - Previewing April's biggest books (and practicing social distancing) Mar 26, 2020

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On today's episode, we're looking at the books we can't wait to read in April while our respective homes. We hope you're self quarantining as well and staying safe. These books are a great way to pass the time during the COVID-19 Pandemic.

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Books Mentioned in this episode:

The Southern Book Club's Guide to Slaying Vampires by Grady Hendrix

Sin Eater by Megan Campisi

Ruthless Gods by Emily A. Duncan

Conjure Women by Afia Atakora

Rules for Being a Girl by Candace Bushnell & Katie Cotugno

The Age of Witches by Louisa Morgan

Death in Her Hands by Ottessa Moshfegh

The Ancestor by Danielle Trussoni

Hidden Valley Road by Robert Kolker

They Went Left by Monica Hesse

No Filter by Sarah Frier

The Book of Longings by Sue Monk Kidd

The Glass Magician by Caroline Stevermer

Chosen Ones by Veronica Roth

Master Class by Christina Dalcher

Rick by Alex Gino

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Ep. #429 - Emily St. John Mandel Mar 23, 2020

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On today's episode, Adam interviews Emily St. John Mandel about her new book The Glass Hotel. The briefly discuss Station Eleven, her massively popular title based around a pandemic but, as this interview was recorded in January, the current Covid-19 pandemic isn't discussed. They get into why she was fascinated by Ponzi schemes a bunch more.

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Big Library Read interview with Michael McCreary, author of Funny, You Don't Look Autistic Mar 21, 2020

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On today's episode, Adam and Jill interview Michael McCreary, comedian and author of Funny, You Don't Look Autistic. Michael's book was chosen as the next Big Library Read title. From March 30th through April 13th you can borrow it on the reading app Libby without any wait lists or holds.

Be sure to join the global discussion at biglibraryread.com

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Ep. #428 - Interview with Sharon Cameron, author of The Light in Hidden Places Mar 19, 2020

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Today's episode is an interview Jill did with Sharon Cameron about her new book The Light in Hidden Places. This historical fiction novel tells the remarkable story of Stefania Podgórska, who hid several Jews in her Nazi-occupied home. For the interview, Sharon and Jill were joined by Stefania's son, Ed.

To learn more about the Stefi Foundation visit https://thestefifoundation.org/

Interview was recorded in person at 2020 PLA in Nashville, TN, in February 2020.

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Ep. #427 - Stephanie Wrobel Mar 16, 2020

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On today's episode, Adam interviews Stephanie Wrobel, debut author of Darling Rose Gold, a thrilling family mystery about Munchausen By Proxy that is equal parts dark and haunting. Adam and Stephanie talk about why this subject interested her, the psychology of the illness, and playing with timelines in writing.

Today's episode is sponsored by Literati. Visit https://literati.com/probooknerds/ to get 20% off your first two orders.

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Ep. #426 - Stay home and read one of these books Mar 12, 2020

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Hey nerds. It's a scary time right now We're all feeling it. If you're looking for some books to read in the next week, try one of today's recommendations from our co-workers Emma and Kristin.

Books mentioned in today's episode

Mexican Gothic by Silvia Moreno-Garcia

Love Walked in by Marisa de los Santos

The Institute by Stephen King

Go To sleep (I miss You) by Lucy Knisley

The Oracle Code by Marieke Nijkamp

Shadow of the Batgirl by Sarah Kuhn

Children of Virtue and Vengeance by Tomi Adeyemi

Beheld by TaraShea Nesbit

When We Were Vikings by Andrew David MacDonald

Cribsheet by Emily Oster

Royal Holiday by Jasmine Guillory

Seven Deadly Shadows by Courtney Alameda & Valynne E. Maetani

Hound Won't Go by Lisa Jean Rogers

I Love You, Stinky Face by Lisa McCourt

Beard Necessities by Penny Reid

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Ep. #425 - Dr. Ibram X. Kendi & Jason Reynolds Mar 09, 2020

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On today's episode, we have National Book Award-winning author Dr. Ibram X. Kendi and Jason Reynolds, the National Ambassador for Young People's Literature. Dr. Kendi and Jason have collaborated on Stamped: Racism, Antiracism, & You a remixed version of Dr. Kendio's NBA-winning Stamped from the Beginning.

This book is perfect for young adults, students and readers of all ages to better understand the history of racism in America. Adam interviews Dr. Kendi first about his original work and then Jason at about the 25-minute mark. These are both exceptional conversations. Special Thanks to Clark-Pleasant Middle School for hosting the chat with Jason.

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