Podcast appearances and mentions of Maria Semple

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In Episode 228, Sarah, Catherine (@GilmoreGuide), and Chrissie (@ChrissieWhitley) take stock of the reading year so far, discussing the books, publishing trends, and industry chatter that have defined the first half of 2026. They dive into the biggest publishing stories of the year, the rise of "cozy everything," the continued influence of self-publishing and book-to-screen success stories, and whether it's possible to tap a Book of the Year before the second half of the publishing calendar arrives. Then, they share their Top 5 Books of 2026 So Far and a few disappointing reads that didn't quite live up to expectations. This post contains affiliate links through which I make a small commission when you make a purchase (at no cost to you!). CLICK HERE for the full episode Show Notes on the blog. Highlights How our 2026 reading has been so far How 2026 compares to this point in 2025  Each person's current Book of the Year pick Whether it's too early to crown a Book of the Year Midyear reading stats and surprise wins Each of our Top 5 books of 2026 so far Their biggest disappointments of the year so far Top 5 Books of 2026 So Far Sarah No One's Coming by Kevin Hazzard (Mar 3) | Amazon | Bookshop.org [32:42] A Hymn to Life by Gisèle Pelicot (Feb 17) | Amazon | Bookshop.org [36:36]  Whistler by Ann Patchett (Jun 2) | Amazon | Bookshop.org  [39:44]  London Falling by Patrick Radden Keefe (Apr 7) | Amazon | Bookshop.org [46:55] The Burning Side by Sarah Damoff (May 19) | Amazon | Bookshop.org [52:55] Catherine The Poet Empress by Shen Tao (Jan 20) | Amazon | Bookshop.org [35:11] A Hymn to Life by Gisèle Pelicot (Feb 17) | Amazon | Bookshop.org [36:36]  Land by Maggie O'Farrell (Jun 2) | Amazon | Bookshop.org [42:55] Lady Tremaine by Rachel Hochhauser (Mar 3) | Amazon | Bookshop.org  [49:42] Ruins by Lily Brooks-Dalton (March 31) | Amazon | Bookshop.org [56:09] Chrissie A Hymn to Life by Gisèle Pelicot (Feb 17) | Amazon | Bookshop.org [36:36]  Whistler by Ann Patchett (Jun 2) | Amazon | Bookshop.org  [39:44]  The Infamous Gilberts by Angela Tomaski (Jan 20) | Amazon | Bookshop.org  [44:44] Honeysuckle by Bar Fridman-Tell (Mar 24) | Amazon | Bookshop.org [51:10]  Seek the Traitor's Son (The Burning Empire, 1) by Veronica Roth (May 12) | Amazon | Bookshop.org [58:55] Other Books Mentioned The Heart's Invisible Furies by John Boyne (2017) [41:31]  Tom Lake by Ann Patchett (2020) [42:14]  The Bright Years by Sarah Damoff (2025) [53:03]  Dune (Dune, 1) by Frank Herbert (1965) [59:38]  Some Disappointing Books So Far Sarah Kin by Tayari Jones (Feb 24) | Amazon | Bookshop.org [1:00:33]  Go Gentle by Maria Semple (Apr 14) | Amazon | Bookshop.org  [1:00:55] Leave Your Mess At Home by Tolani Akinola (Apr 14) | Amazon | Bookshop.org [1:01:35] Catherine The Last Mandarin by Louise Penny and Mellissa Fung (May 12) | Amazon | Bookshop.org [1:02:03] The Calamity Club by Kathryn Stockett (May 5) | Amazon | Bookshop.org [1:02:31] Chrissie Artifacts by Natalie Lemle (May 19) | Amazon | Bookshop.org  [1:03:39] Hell's Heart by Alexis Hall (Mar 10) | Amazon | Bookshop.org  [1:04:13] Fatherland by Victoria Shorr (Mar 10) | Amazon | Bookshop.org [1:04:54] Other Books Mentioned Where'd You Go, Bernadette by Maria Semple (2012) [1:01:01]  Moby-Dick; or, The Whale by Herman Melville (1851) [1:04:19]  Books From the Opening Discussion Onyx Storm (The Empyrean, 3) by Rebecca Yarros (2025) [2:39]  Project Hail Mary by Andy Weir (2021) [3:18]  Dungeon Crawler Carl (Dungeon Crawler Carl, 1) by Matt Dinniman (2024)* [3:22]  Yesteryear by Caro Claire Burke (Apr 7) [4:34]  Theo of Golden by Allen Levi (2025)* [4:41]  The Correspondent by Virginia Evans (2025) [5:03]  The Let Them Theory by Mel Robbins (2024) [5:57]  Game Changer (Game Changers: Heated Rivalry, 1) by Rachel Reid (2024) [6:09]  KPop Demon Hunters (Junior Novelization) by Jessica Yoon (Mar 31) [6:13]  KPop Demon Hunters (Screen Comic Boxed Set) by Netflix (Nov 3, 2026) [6:13]  The Martian by Andy Weir (2014)* [6:48]  The Names by Florence Knapp (2025) [11:17]  Trad Wife by Michelle Brandon (Aug 4, 2026) [16:57]  Trad Wife by Saratoga Schaefer (Feb 10) [16:59]  Too Blessed to Stress by Alli Hoff Kosik (Mar 3) [17:02]  The Midnight Show by Lee Kelly and Jennifer Thorne (Apr 7) [17:29] Good People by Patmeena Sabit (Feb 3) [17:35]  So Old, So Young by Grant Ginder (Feb 17) [17:40]  No Friend to This House by Natalie Haynes (Mar 10) [18:00]  Upward Bound by Woody Brown (Mar 31) [18:33] This Is Not About Us by Allegra Goodman (Feb 10) [18:35]   The Reservation by Rebecca Kauffman (Feb 24) [18:38]  Brawler by Lauren Groff (Feb 24) [18:43]  My Dear You by Rachel Khong (Apr 7) [18:46]  All the World Can Hold by Jung Yun (Mar 10) [19:16] The Shippers by Katherine Center (May 19) [19:18]   American Fantasy by Emma Straub (Apr 7) [19:32]  Man Overboard by Kathleen Rooney (Jul 7, 2026) [19:37]  Swept Away by Beth O'Leary (2025) [19:47]  The Unselected Journals of Emma M. Lion (Vol. 1) by Beth Brower (2019) [22:45]  *Publication year reflects the later traditionally published edition. These titles were originally self-published. Additional Links The New Yorker | Glowworms by Ann Patchett  (Sep 29, 2025)

After recording in studio for The Daily Stoic Podcast, Ryan and Maria Semple went next door to The Painted Porch to talk about the Stoic-themed novels everyone should read.

Education Secretary Bridget Phillipson has urged the competition watchdog to look into hidden extra charges some parents have encountered when trying to access Government-funded childcare. The Department for Education said 'too many' parents have reported being asked to pay extra to secure a place – including waiting list deposits, compulsory add-ons or additional hours to access what they are entitled to. So what impact is this having on parents? Joeli Brearley, founder of Growth Spurt and a campaigner for working parents, explains to Nuala McGovern.Young people want more age-specific protections for online spaces, according to new research from the Ada Lovelace Institute. Aged between 14 and 24, those who took part in the Nuffield Foundation's Grown up? Journeys into adulthood programme – say they want to make sure future generations are not exposed to the same online harms they have experienced. Octavia Field Reid, Associate Director of Public Participation at the Ada Lovelace Institute, joins Nuala to discuss their findings.Care for the elderly, whether in hospital, a specialised residential setting, or a person's own home, is one of our most pressing social issues. Not regularly looked at by the entertainment industry, a new play is addressing this topic. Most familiar in her role as Phyllis Crane in Call the Midwife, Linda Bassett is as an unwilling new arrival in a decidedly unglamorous care home in CARE, now on stage at the Young Vic in London. She speaks to Nuala.Maria Semple is the bestselling author of books including Where'd You Go, Bernadette, which was shortlisted for the Women's Prize. Her latest novel, Go Gentle, focuses on Adora Hazzard - a Stoic philosopher and divorcee living on New York City's Upper West Side. She has a job as a moral tutor for an old money family. She is assembling a ‘coven' of like-minded single women living on the 6th floor of the legendary Ansonia building. But then a chance encounter with a charming stranger threatens her joyfully curated life. She joins Nuala to discuss the idea of ‘invisible' women who are just getting started. Presenter: Nuala McGovern Producer: Kirsty Starkey

This week on From the Front Porch, it's a new episode of Into the Backlist! Today, Annie changes her focus from new releases to dive into the backlist: the books that came out years ago, the books that didn't get enough attention, the books you may stumble upon while browsing in an indie bookstore like The Bookshelf. To purchase the books mentioned in this episode, stop by The Bookshelf in Thomasville, visit our website (search episode 582) or download and shop on The Bookshelf's official app: The Great Believers by Rebecca Makkai In Memoriam by Alice Winn Heart the Lover by Lily King Taking Turns: Stories from HIV/AIDS Care Unit 371 by MK Czerwiec How to Survive a Plague by David France A Little Life by Hanya Yanagihara The Farewell Symphony by Edmund White And the Band Played On by Randy Shilts Just Kids by Patti Smith Tales of the City by Armistead Maupin So Old, So Young by Grant Ginder Four Squares by Bobby Finger From the Front Porch is a weekly podcast production of The Bookshelf, an independent bookstore in South Georgia. You can follow The Bookshelf's daily happenings on Instagram and Facebook, and all the books from today's episode can be purchased online through our store website, www.bookshelfthomasville.com.  A full transcript of today's episode can be found here. Special thanks to Dylan and his team at Studio D Podcast Production for sound and editing and for our theme music, which sets the perfect warm and friendly tone for our Thursday conversations.  This week, Annie is listenting to Go Gentle by Maria Semple. If you liked what you heard in today's episode, tell us by leaving a review on Apple Podcasts. You can also support us on Patreon, where you can access bonus content, monthly live Porch Visits with Annie, our monthly live Patreon Book Club with Bookshelf staffers, Conquer a Classic episodes with Hunter, and more. Just go to patreon.com/fromthefrontporch. We're so grateful for you, and we look forward to meeting back here next week.

What's left of Stoicism today is, if anything, more robust than it was in the ancient world.

The bestselling novelist Maria Semple discusses her latest book, Go Gentle. The story follows a Stoic philosopher living on the Upper West Side whose life is upended when she meets a handsome stranger. Cover art Courtesy of Penguin Random House Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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On this episode of Currently Reading, Kaytee and Meredith are discussing: Bookish Moments: both discuss plane reading and its advantages Current Reads: all the great, interesting, and/or terrible stuff we've been reading lately Deep Dive: book recs for each enneagram type Before We Go: our new segment featuring a bookish friend post and a sleeper hit brought by Meredith Show notes are time-stamped below for your convenience. Read the transcript of the episode (this link only works on the main site). . . .   1:31 - Bookish Moments of the Week 1:55 - The House of Earth and Blood by Sarah J. Maas 2:03 - @hollyslitmagic on Instagram 2:50 - Throne of Glass by Sarah J. Maas 8:08 - Current Reads 8:28 - The Midnight Show by Lee Kelly and Jennifer Thorne (Meredith) 10:10 - Diavola by Jennifer Thorne 10:28 - Sarah's Bookshelves Live 13:31 - Daisy Jones and the Six by Taylor Jenkins Reid 16:17 - Last Night at the Telegraph Club by Malinda Lo 18:23 - The Lion Women of Tehran by Marjan Kamali (Kaytee) 18:35 - The Stationary Shop by Marjan Kamali 23:09 - Radical Focus by Christina Wodke (Meredith) 24:45 - Traction by Gino Wickman  28:59 - Disney Adults by AJ Wolfe (Kaytee) 36:55 - When The Wolf Comes Home by Nat Cassidy (Meredith) 42:30 - Empire of Shadows by Jacquelyn Benson (Kaytee) 47:09 - Deep Dive: Books for Each Enneagram Type 47:15 - CR Season 3: Episode 37 49:20 - American Wife by Curtis Sittenfeld (9) 49:45 - Zorrie by Laird Hunt (9) 51:11 - Beartown by Fredrik Backman (9) 52:23 - Razorblade Tears by S.A. Cosby (8) 53:18 - Where the Crawdads Sing by Delia Owens (8) 54:22 - Where'd You Go, Bernadette? by Maria Semple (7) 55:44 - Tom Lake by Ann Patchett (7) 56:54 - We Were the Lucky Ones by Georgia Hunter (6) 57:04 - Sarah's Bookshelves Live 57:55 - The Southern Book Club's Guide to Slaying Vampires by Grady Hendrix (6) 59:33 - Station Eleven by Emily St John Mandel (5) 59:52 - The Remains of the Day by Kazuo Ishiguro (5) 1:00:54 - Shark Heart by Emily Habeck (4) 1:01:46 - Anne of Green Gables by LM Montgomery (4) 1:01:54 - The Midnight Library by Matt Haig (4) 1:02:51 - The Great Gatsby by F. Scott Fitzgerald (3) 1:03:01 - Olga Dies Dreaming by Xochitl Gonzalez (3) 1:03:49 - Erasure by Percival Everett (3) 1:05:14 - Eleanor Oliphant is Completely Fine by Gail Honeyman (2) 1:06:16 - The Four Winds by Kristen Hannah (2) 1:06:42 - A Gentleman in Moscow by Amor Towles (2) 1:08:30 - Prodigal Summer by Barbara Kingsolver (1) 1:10:06 - The Home-maker by Dorothy Canfield Fisher (1) 1:13:05 - Before We Go Kaytee highlights a bookish friend post Meredith brings a sleeper hit 1:14:25 - Wives Like Us by Plum Sykes   Support Us: Become a Bookish Friend | Grab Some Merch Shop Bookshop dot org | Shop Amazon Bookish Friends Receive: The Indie Press List with a curated list of five books hand sold by the indie of the month. May's IPL is brought to us from a new to us bookstore, Book & Books in Coral Gables, Florida Love and Chili Peppers with Kaytee and Rebekah - romance lovers get their due with this special episode focused entirely on the best selling genre fiction in the business All Things Murderful with Meredith and Elizabeth - special content for the scary-lovers, brought to you with the behind-the-scenes insights of an independent bookseller From the Editor's Desk with Kaytee and Bunmi Ishola - a quarterly peek behind the curtain at the publishing industry The Bookish Friends Facebook Group - where you can build community with bookish friends from around the globe as well as our hosts Connect With Us: The Show: Instagram | Website | Email | Threads | Substack | Youtube The Hosts and Regulars: Meredith | Kaytee | Mary | Roxanna Production and Editing: Megan Phouthavong Evans Affiliate Disclosure: All affiliate links go to Bookshop unless otherwise noted. Shopping here helps keep the lights on and benefits indie bookstores. Thanks for your support!

Maria Semple's latest novel, 'Go Gentle,' draws on her own experiences with divorce, motherhood and starting over in Manhattan. In this episode, we hear a conversation between Charity Nebbe and the 'Where'd You Go Bernadette' author about fiction, reinvention and the unexpected turns life can take. Then, Cynthia Orozco, the national historian for the League of United Latin American Citizens, joins the program to discuss the organization's history, legacy and impact in Iowa and across the country.

In Maria Semple's new novel, Adora Hazzard works as a moral trainer to the tweens of a wealthy family on the Upper West Side of Manhattan. She's a content, divorced stoic philosopher in her late 50s with a coven of likeminded, middle-aged female friends. But one night at the ballet, she falls into conversation with a stranger and gets seduced by a world of secrecy, black-market art, and international intrigue. In today's episode, Semple joins NPR's Scott Simon for a conversation about Go Gentle, stoicism, and “getting the party started” in her 50s.To listen to Book of the Day sponsor-free and support NPR's book coverage, sign up for Book of the Day+ at plus.npr.org/bookofthedaySee pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for sponsorship and to manage your podcast sponsorship preferences.NPR Privacy Policy

Have a laugh with hosts Sarah Bowen Shea and Ellison Weist as they talk about the newest novel from Maria Semple, author of the wildly popular 2013 (!) book Where'd You Go, Bernadette. Two of the other novels discussed share a common setting: a cruise ship. The books making a splash:Go Gentle: Maria SempleThe Left and the Lucky: Willy VlautinAll the World Can Hold: Jung YunAmerican Fantasy: Emma StraubFollow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/themotherrunner/ Feisty Fest: Join us from September 18-20, 2026 - https://feisty.co/events/feisty-fest/ Wahoo Kickr Run: Use the code FEISTY2026 to get a free Headwind Smart Fan (value $300) with the purchase of a Wahoo KICKR RUN at https://shorturl.at/WVhdr The 27th Mile Free Events: Head to https://www.manyhappymiles.com/books for more details and to RSVP

Go Gentle by Maria Semple is a transformative novel of new beginnings and second chances. Maria joined us live at the Upper West Side to talk about stoicism, satire, dialogue, coming-of-age, theater and more with host Miwa Messer. This episode of Poured Over was hosted by Miwa Messer and mixed by Harry Liang.                     New episodes land Tuesdays and Thursdays (with occasional Saturdays) here and on your favorite podcast app. Featured Books (Episode): Go Gentle by Maria Semple Where'd You Go, Bernadette by Maria Semple Today Will Be Different by Maria Semple Jane Eyre by Charlotte Brontë The Light Years by Elizabeth Jane Howard When All the Men Wore Hats: Susan Cheever on the Stories of John Cheever by Susan Cheever Loved and Missed by Susie Boyt The Author Weekend by Laura Zigman The Ending Writes Itself by Evelyn Clarke Clear by Carys Davies Rasputin Swims the Potomac by Ben Fountain Billy Lynn's Long Halftime Walk by Ben Fountain  

Hello, Puzzlers! Puzzling with us today: author of Where'd You Go, Bernadette, Maria Semple! You can order her new book Go Gentle at this link!Join host A.J. Jacobs and his guests as they puzzle–and laugh–their way through new spins on old favorites, like anagrams and palindromes, as well as quirky originals.Subscribe to Hello, Puzzlers! wherever you get your podcasts! And come join our growing puzzle community over on Patreon, where you can find bonus episodes and other exclusive content!Our executive producers are Neely Lohmann and Adam Neuhaus of Neuhaus Ideas.The show is produced by Claire Bidigare-Curtis.Our Chief Puzzle Officer is Greg Pliska. Our associate producer is Andrea Schoenberg.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

How to do your best work, reframe life's bullshit, and stop making your happiness hostage to outcomes. Maria Semple is the bestselling author of Today Will Be Different, Where'd You Go, Bernadette, and This One Is Mine. Before writing fiction, Maria wrote for TV. Her newest book is called Go Gentle. In this episode we talk about: Cognitive reframing tools to shift your mindset  Maria's daily Stoic routine The limits of Stoicism What to do when mediating gives you anxiety The danger of "baited bounties"  How to "get shit done" with non-attachment Using fantasy as a coping mechanism Related Episodes: Stoic Practices for Getting Rid of Mental Junk, Your Morning Routine, and Talking to the Dead | Ryan Holiday Stoic Advice for Handling Setbacks, Insults, and Death | William Irvine Get the 10% with Dan Harris app here Sign up for Dan's free newsletter here Follow Dan on social: Instagram, TikTok Subscribe to our YouTube Channel Additional Resources:  William Irvine's "A Guide to the Good Life" Join Dan and Emmy Award-winning journalist Allison Gilbert at 92NY on May 17th for a live conversation about how mindfulness can deepen connection and combat loneliness, available in person and via streaming. Register here. Join Dan, Sebene Selassie and Jeff Warren for Meditation Party, a 3-day immersive retreat at the Omega Institute in Rhinebeck, NY, October 16–18, 2026. Register here. This episode is sponsored by: Rosetta Stone — Language learning that's immersive and intuitive. Start your journey at https://www.rosettastone.com/happier ButcherBox — 100% grass-fed beef, free-range organic chicken, and wild-caught seafood delivered to your door. New listeners get chicken breasts or top sirloin for a year, or ground beef for life, plus $20 off at https://www.butcherbox.com/happier   To advertise on the show, contact sales@advertisecast.com or visit https://advertising.libsyn.com/10HappierwithDanHarris

The difference between reacting and thinking clearly starts with how you begin your day. In this episode, Ryan sits down with bestselling author Maria Semple to break down the 5-step Stoic routine she uses each morning. They talk about how a daily practice of reflection, intention, and perspective can change the way you approach everything from small annoyances to life's biggest challenges.Maria Semple is the bestselling author of Today Will Be Different, Where'd You Go, Bernadette, and This One Is Mine. Her new novel, Go Gentle, is about a Stoic philosopher living in New York City. Before writing fiction, Maria wrote for TV shows like Arrested Development, 90210, Mad About You, Ellen, and more.

Two women who say Democratic Rep. Eric Swalwell sexually harassed them spoke exclusively to CBS News about Swalwell's alleged advances and their difficult decisions to share their stories publicly. Swalwell has denied allegations of sexual misconduct but has paused his campaign for California governor and announced he will resign from Congress. Republican Rep. Elise Stefanik of New York speaks to "CBS Mornings" about the resignations of Democratic Rep. Eric Swalwell and Republican Rep. Tony Gonzales after both lawmakers were publicly accused of sexual misconduct. Stefanik also addresses President Trump's recent clash with Pope Leo over the Iran war. Taking care of your skin can be expensive and the range of products and prices varies. Dermatologist Dr. Rachel Nazarian gives tips on how you can build a great skincare routine while staying on budget. Oprah joins "CBS Mornings" to announce her newest book club selection, "Go Gentle" by Maria Semple. The book is about a divorce philosopher who meets a mysterious stranger and her orderly life is turned upside down. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

A stoic philosopher assembles a coven of middle aged single women in her Manhattan apartment building, she is working for an uber-wealthy family and feeling “wide and well," when she is suddenly drawn into a mysterious romance that takes her into the world of possible art thieves, weapons dealers and double agents, one of whom she happens to be falling for. This all goes down while she desperately tries to reconcile her beloved Epictetus and Seneca with her increasingly emotional choices. Okay, maybe you haven’t heard that one. That’s understandable, because Maria Semple’s new novel, Go Gentle, just came out this week. Semple is the bestselling author of Where’d You Go, Bernadette and Today Will Be Different, both set in Seattle. And Semple will be appearing at Town Hall Seattle on Saturday, April 18th. Guest: Maria Semple, author of Go Gentle Relevant Links: Maria Semple with Ken Jennings at Town Hall Seattle on April 18th The Art of Living: The Classical Manual on Virtue, Happiness, and Effectiveness by Sharon Lebell Thank you to the supporters of KUOW, you help make this show possible! If you want to help out, go to kuow.org/donate/soundsidenotes Soundside is a production of KUOW in Seattle, a proud member of the NPR Network.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We meet a brand championing wines from underrepresented regions. Then: author Maria Semple breaks down the philosophy of stoicism. And: we stop off in Sajos in Finland’s northern Lapland for a tall story.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Georgina Godwin meets Maria Semple, bestselling author of ‘Where’d You Go, Bernadette’, to discuss her new book, ‘Go Gentle’, which follows a divorced stoic philosopher’s mid-life transformation.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Author Jess Walter, debuts his book "So Far Gone" at Northwest Passages in Spokane, Washington Tuesday, June 10, 2025. The event is moderatoed by Spokesman-Review Editor Rob Curley at the Myrtle Woldson Performing Arts Center at Gonzaga University where several of Jess Walter's colleagues:  Anthony Doerr, Maria Semple, Kristin Hannah, Luis and Cindy Urrea, Julia Sweeney and Timothy Egan pay tribute to Walter.  Questions are posed by: Spokane Mayor Lisa Brown, Shawn Vestal, Jim deFede, Craig Johnson, Cindy Hval, Sam Mills, Matthew Sullivan, Sam Ligon, Ammi Midstokke, Leyna Krow, Sharma Shields, Carla Crujido, Kate Lebo and WSU basketball coach, David Riley.

Disclosure: We are part of the Amazon Affiliate/LTK Creator programs. We will receive a small commission at no cost if you purchase a book. This post may contain links to purchase books.Today's episode is for every reader who dreams of Stars Hollow! I'm joined by Jules Buono of Friday Night Readers, a Gilmore Girls-inspired Substack and community. We delve into the cozy literary world of Rory and Lorelai, sharing six book recommendations that channel the same spirit—from small-town charm and quirky community vibes to poignant mother-daughter dynamics and autumnal settings. Whether you're a longtime fan or discovering the magic of Gilmore Girls for the first time, these reads will hit all the right nostalgic notes.This might be a little different from our usual romance-heavy episodes—but if you're into cozy vibes, bookish themes, and heartfelt storytelling, this one's for you. (Plus, Lauren Graham narrates one of the recs!)

Have you every wondered how important your “Voice” is as a writer? This week on The Bestseller Experiment podcast, New York Times success Maria Semple tells us just how essential your voice is. Maria was recently named a “Power Author” by the Hollywood Reporter, putting her alongside such giants as JK Rowling and George RR Martin. Maria started as a screenwriter. Her book, Where'd You Go, Bernadette? spent over a year on the New York Times bestsellers. Her new book “Tomorrow Will Be Different” was announced as a TV series with Julia Roberts as the lead. She spoke to us about the things that stop us writing truthfully.

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On this episode, Jordan Cross, a resource librarian for a large interior design firm, discusses her love of audiobooks, books that are based on something true, and how memoirs about hard topics are important and meaningful. She also brings a topic to the show that I hadn't thought to ask about!   The big list of books from NPR - best of the year since 2013!   Books mentioned in this episode:    What Betsy's reading:  Margo's Got Money Troubles by Rufi Thorpe  Mister Magic by Kiersten White  The Faculty Lounge by Jennifer Mathieu   Books Highlighted by Jordan:  The Flight Attendant by Chris Bohjalian The Shining by Stephen King The Paris Apartment by Lucy Foley  Sharp Objects by Gillian Flynn  I'm Glad my Mom Died by Jennette McCurdy  Know my Name by Chanel Miller  Baby Teeth by Zoje Stage  Night Film by Marisha Pessl The Huntress by Kate Quinn All the Ugly and Wonderful Things by Bryn Greenwood Neverwhere by Neil Gaiman Blue Like Jazz by Donald Miller  Work in Progress by Leanne Ford & Steve Ford   All books available on my Bookshop.org episode page.   Other books mentioned in this episode:  The Boxcar Children by Gertrude Chandler Warner and L. Kate Deal  Kristy's Great Idea (the Baby-Sitter's Club #1) by Ann M. Martin A Wrinkle in Time by Madeleine L'Engle  Left Behind the Kids by Jerry B. Jenkins and Tim LaHaye A Series of Unfortunate Events by Lemony Snicket and Brett Helquist  To Kill a Mockingbird by Harper Lee  1984 by George Orwell  Kitchen Confidential: Adventures in the Culinary Underbelly by Anthony Bourdain Let's Pretend This Never Happened: A Mostly True Memoir by Jenny Lawson 11/22/63 by Stephen King Pet Sematary by Stephen King Tom Lake by Ann Patchet  The Dutch House by Ann Patchett  Doctor Sleep by Stephen King  Dreamcatcher by Stephen King  The Push by Ashley Audrain  The Glass Castle: A Memoir by Jeannette Walls  Educated: A Memoir by Tara Westover  The Alice Network by Kate Quinn  Daisy Jones & the Six by Taylor Jenkins Reid  Big Little Lies by Liane Moriarty  Apples Never Fall by Liane Moriarty  The Green Mile by Stephen King  Misery by Stephen King  Where'd You Go, Bernadette by Maria Semple 

Today, I interview Maria Semple who grew up in Venezuela as the youngest of five children in a time of political upheaval. Life was filled with challenges from an early age, and Maria often felt the need to shout to be heard in a household full of older siblings. Despite the joyful, community-focused culture of Venezuela, Maria also faced the trauma of losing her brother at a young age. This marked her deeply, instilling a sense of longing for belonging and significance that would follow her.As Maria grew up, she immigrated to Australia, carrying with her the resilience she had developed through her early struggles. Her marriage ended, leaving her as a single mother of two in a foreign country. It was during this time that she truly began to explore herself, turning to creativity and meditation to heal. Maria discovered a love for ceramics, which not only provided financial support but also became a form of self-expression that reflected her cultural roots and inner strength.The turning point in Maria's life came when she decided to stop working for others and pursue her dream of becoming a mentor and coach. Through her own inner work, she developed her signature program, “Reclaim Your Vision, Rewrite Your Story,” which helps women navigate their limiting beliefs, reclaim their voice, and step into their true power. Today, Maria is a beacon of resilience, helping women in their 40s and 50s find their voice and rewrite their stories, just as she did.__________________Maria Semple is a Coach and Mentor and the founder of New Life Coach, a coaching practice focused on helping women in their late 40s and 50s reclaim their vision and rewrite their story. Through her work, Maria empowers women to create transformative change in their lives and communities. She is also the author of Everyday Stories From Ten Remarkable Women, a book that showcases the power of determination, creativity, and contribution in shaping lives. Maria believes that the perfect time to take action is now, and through her six-step program, she guides participants on an inner and outer journey to rediscover their lost visions and navigate life's complexities. With practical tools rooted in her own experiences, Maria helps women realize their potential and create a new, empowering story for their future.__________________Find Maria here:https://www.newlifecoach.com.auhttps://www.facebook.com/EverydayRemarkableWomen/https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4136ONNWC643HX49drNvwwSupport the showI'm Dr. Doreen Downing and I help people find their voice so they can speak without fear. Get the Free 7-Step Guide to Fearless Speaking https://www.doreen7steps.com​.

Disclosure: We are part of the Amazon Affiliate/LTK Creator programs. We will receive a small commission at no cost if you purchase a book. This post may contain links to purchase books.In this episode of the "What to Read Next" podcast, Laura chats with Sophie Brickman, a journalist and author of the upcoming novel, "Plays Well With Others" https://amzn.to/4ccWc6t. Sophie shares her journey of raising three young children while writing her debut novel, the humorous and insightful inspiration behind her book, and her writing process. Tune in for a delightful conversation filled with parenting anecdotes, writing tips, and some fantastic book recommendations.Sophie Brickman's Book:Plays Well With Others by Sophie Brickman - https://amzn.to/4ccWc6tBook Recommendations"The Best Minds" by Jonathan Rosen https://amzn.to/3WlTdmu"Nothing to See Here" by Kevin Wilson https://amzn.to/4dleHXx"Where'd You Go, Bernadette" by Maria Semple https://amzn.to/4fr2LoP"A Thread of Violence" by Mark O'Connell https://amzn.to/4fo6gfXWhere to find Sophie Brickman:Website: sophiebrickman.com.Want to check out more book recommendations?Visit What to Read Next Blog for reader tips, popular books like recommendations and many more posts. Sign up for our free newsletter at whattoreadnextblog.com/newsletter, and you will have access to 150+ Kindle Unlimited Titles that you must add to your TBR ASAP.Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/mood-maze/trendsetterLicense code: IP29FC0QKB6DV2UE

Quite often, stories that don't work have more to teach us than the stories that do. Maybe Maria Semple's novel (upon which this film is based), is simply one that's challenging to adapt to the screen. Whatever the case, this move has missed the mark on some basic storytelling principles (it has too many backstory info dumps, a Deus Ex Machina, and weak narrative drive). If you want to understand the impact these things have on a story, and on the reader/viewer, this episode is for you! - V."If exposition is not used properly, it will ruin your story." Valerie Francis REGISTER FOR THE 2024 SPRING WEBINAR SERIESFor access to writing templates and worksheets, and more than 70 hours of training (all for free), subscribe to Valerie's Inner Circle.To learn to read like a writer, visit Melanie's website.Follow Valerie on X, Instagram and Threads @valerie_francisFollow Melanie on X, Instagram and Facebook @MelanieHillAuthor

Happy New Year! Michelle is back with a hot take on Tom Hanks's charisma. Read this week: Shark Heart by Emily Habeck, Ordinary Human Failings by Megan Nolan and Chain Gang All Stars by Nana Kwame Adeji-Brenyah, Children of Time by Adrian Tchaikovsky, Speedboat by Renata Adler, The Maid by Nita Prowse, Better Left Unsaid by Tufayel Ahmed.This week's deep dive book is the best-selling Good Material by Dolly Alderton, ‘this generation's Nora Ephron'. This week's listener recommendation request comes from Aimée who is looking for light hearted reads, but not Bill Bryson. Sapphire recommends The Dog of the North by Elizabeth Mckenzie, Romantic Comedy by Curtis Sittenfeld and Where'd you go Bernadette? by Maria Semple. Michelle recommends The No 1 Ladies' Detective Agency series by Alexander McCall Smith. Joseph recommends Olive Kitteridge by Elizabeth Strout. Also mentioned in this episode:The Skeleton Key by Erin Kelly‘You've Got Mail'‘The Shop Around The Corner'Ghosts by Dolly AldertonFoundation by Isaac Asimov Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Time for us to answer the age old question: Is the movie ever better than the book? Our current selves have a very different answer than we would have had 5 years ago.    We're talking about our favorite and least favorite book to screen adaptations, and the adaptations we are excited for, featuring calls from listeners with their thoughts!    Favorite Book-To-Screen Adaptations Olivia: Gone Girl (Book by Gillian Flynn), 2019's Little Women (Book by Louisa May Alcott), Tuck Everlasting (Book by Natalie Babbitt), Room (Book by Emma Donaghue)  Becca: Game of Thrones (Books by George R R Martin), Where'd You Go Bernadette (Book by Maria Semple), Famous In Love (Book by Rebecca Serle), This Is Where I Leave You (Book by Jonathan Tropper)   We also wanted to discuss Daisy Jones and the Six (Book by Taylor Jenkins Reid), the adaptation that sparked this episode!    Most Anticipated Book-To-Screen Adaptations  Olivia: Project Hail Mary by Andy Weir Becca: Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo by Taylor Jenkins Reid, A Court of Thorns and Roses by Sarah J. Mass, Winter in Paradise by Elin Hilderbrand   Read more about the sputtering Rom Com genre here.   Obsessions Olivia: Boll & Branch bedding and mattress topper Becca: Shrinking on Apple TV+   What we read this week! Olivia: Demon Copperhead by Barbara Kingsolver Becca: The Boyfriend Candidate by Ashley Winstead (out 5/9), A Likely Story by Leigh McMullan Abramson   This Month's Book Club Pick - Before We Were Innocent by Ella Berman   Sponsors Prose - Go to Prose.com/bop for your FREE in-depth hair consultation and 15% off. ZocDoc - Go to Zocdoc.com/BOP and download the Zocdoc app for FREE. Better Help - Visit BetterHelp.com/BADONPAPER to get 10% off your first month.    Join our Facebook group for amazing book recs & more!  Subscribe to Olivia's Newsletter! Like and subscribe to RomComPods and Bone Marry Bury! Available wherever you listen to podcasts.  Follow us on Instagram @badonpaperpodcast. Follow Olivia on Instagram @oliviamuenter and Becca @beccamfreeman.  

From the author of Finlay Donovan Is Killing It and Finlay Donovan Knocks 'Em Dead, the third book in a hilarious murder mystery series with a completely lovable heroine - perfect for fans of Abbi Waxman and Maria Semple. New year, new Finlay Donovan. She's got a list of resolutions and she's ready to bite the bullet. No junk food. No men. No bodies in her minivan. But first, she owes the Russian mob one last favour - tracking down a rogue hitman with her nanny Vero, before the cops do. The small complication? This killer might be cop himself. Enter distractingly hot Detective Nicholas Anthony, whose new citizens' police academy provides the perfect cover-up for Finlay to sleuth out the target - and some fresh ideas for her crime novel. Between firearms and forensics training, family dramas and hands-on research with Detective Nick, can Finlay get to her edits and the hitman before time runs out? She'll give it her best shot. With more dating, diapers and dodging bullets, the third book in the hilarious irresistibly lovable Finlay Donovan series is perfect for fans of Dial A for Aunties, Janet Evanovich's Stephanie Plum series, and Netflix's Dead to Me.

Hello everyone! Get ready because it's the last episode for season 3! In this episode we decided to switch things up a bit and watch the movie "Where'd You Go, Bernadette" which is based on the book "Where'd You Go, Bernadette" by Maria Semple. We picked this movie because some scenes were filmed in Pittsburgh where we all went to college so we could recognize some of the places. In the movie, Bernadette, a retired architect runs away from home to Antartica and the film follows her journey and her family's journey to find her. None of us have ever read the book but listen to hear our unfiltered thoughts about this movie!

As Cate Blanchett inches towards a possible third acting Oscar with this week's Tár, we look back at the quickly forgotten Where'd You Go, Bernadette. Based on the praised novel by Maria Semple about an eccentric former architect's disappearance, the film paired Blanchett with director Richard Linklater (and reunited her with actor Billy Crudup, playing her … Continue reading "213 – Where'd You Go, Bernadette"

Actor and author Susannah Wise author of sci-fi novel THIS FRAGILE EARTH and literary off-the wall novel OKAY THEN THATS GREAT.Susannah chats about:being inspired by life and deaththe difference in the way people speak and 'truthful' dialoguehow working as an actor informed her transition into writing novelsGuest: Susannah Wise Twitter: @susannahwise IG: @calamitysusannah Books: Okay Then That's Great by Susannah Wise & This Fragile Earth by Susannah WiseHost: Kate Sawyer Twitter: @katesawyer IG: @mskatesawyer Books: The Stranding by Kate Sawyer & This Family by Kate SawyerSusannah's recommendations: A book for fans of This Fragile Earth: The Death of Grass by John Christopher A book for fans of Okay Then That's Great: The First Bad Man by Miranda July A book Susannah has always loved: The Catcher in The Rye by JD Salinger A book coming soon or recently released that Susannah would recommend: The Seawomen by Chloe Timms Other books that came up during our chat: Last One At The Party by Bethany Clift , Where'd You Go Bernadette by Maria Semple , Tunes for a Small Harmonica by Barbara Wersba Novel Experience with Kate Sawyer is recorded and produced by Kate Sawyer - GET IN TOUCHTo receive transcripts and news from Kate to your inbox please SIGN UP FOR MY NEWSLETTER or visit https://www.mskatesawyer.com/novelexperiencepodcast for more information.

From the author of Finlay Donovan Is Killing It comes the heart-pounding sequel Finlay Donovan Knocks 'Em Dead, a hilarious murder mystery perfect for fans of Abbi Waxman and Maria Semple. Finlay Donovan - single mum, floundering crime writer and accidental hit-woman - is, once again, struggling to finish her crime novel. Ever since someone misinterpreted her talking about her new book, she has been busier than ever working as a hit-woman and taking on the life she usually reserves for her characters. On the bright side, the only dead body she's dealt with lately is that of her daughter's pet goldfish. On the not-so-bright side, someone wants her ex-husband dead. And saving him is going to send her down a rabbit hole of soccer moms disguised as hit-women, with a little more involvement with the Russian mob than she'd like. With her book deadline looming, and an ex-husband to keep alive, Finlay is quickly coming to the end of her rope. She can only hope there isn't a noose at the end of it.... Finlay Donovan really is killing it....

This week Mom has a prediction! We talked about so much on our new book Where'd You Go, Bernadette by Maria Semple. This book is so fun to read and so different. We have already fell in love with the characters and their relationships! Our cocktail this week is PERFECT, so make sure to read so you know why we chose the Classic Mudslide! Mudslide Cocktail Recipe: Vodka Coffee Liquor Irish Cream Heavy Cream Mix all and SHAKE!

How does being in a creative mindset make you feel more alive? In this episode on Where'd You Go, Bernadette by Maria Semple, I discuss how creating things makes us more vibrant, engaged, and whole. Then I offer a meditation to help you revitalize your creative force and create color and joy in your life. •Visit readitationspodcast.com to hear every episode and learn about what's coming next.•Support the podcast at patreon.com/readitationspodcast and join the budding Readitations community.•Thanks to Josue Mundt for his work on the theme music and sound design in this episode.Support the show

This month's guest is Mary Pauline Lowry, who wrote The Roxy Letters. Mary is married to a Brit, and she had lots of fascinating insights about the cultural differences between the countries, and I loved talking to her back about Bridget Jones and Jane Austen too. The Roxy Letters was one of my favourite reads of 2020. It was really fun and just what I needed. It's out now in paperback.   Mary and I talked about why we love epistolary novels, took a bit of an accidental deep dive into books about Hollywood, chatted about the difference between British humour and American humour, and lots more!  *****  Want to help the Brit Lit Podcast survive and thrive?  Here are some painless ways.  *****  Books Mentioned on the Podcast:  The Roxy Letters, by Mary Pauline Lowry  Bridget Jones's Diary, by Helen Fielding  Where D'you Go, Bernadette, by Maria Semple  Dear Committee Members, by Julie Schumacher  A Confederacy of Dunces, by John Kennedy O'Toole  The Color Purple, by Alice Walker  Emma, by Jane Austen  Pride and Prejudice, by Jane Austen  Northanger Abbey, by Jane Austen  Mansfield Park, by Jane Austen  Persuasion, by Jane Austen  The Jane Austen Book Club, by Karen Joy Fowler  Eligible, by Curtis Sittenfeld  Men Are From Mars, Woman Are From Venus, by John Gray  Unscripted, by Claire Handscombe  Girl, Unstrung, by Claire Handscombe  Damnation Spring, by Ash Davidson  Grown Ups, by Emma Jane Unsworth  Breast and Eggs, by Mieko Kawakami, transl. Sam Bett and David Boyd   He Will Be Mine, by Kristy Greenwood  The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo, by Taylor Jenkins Reid  Daisy Jones and the Six, by Taylor Jenkins Reid  The Idea of You, by Robinne Lee  Mona at Sea, by Elizabeth Gonzalez James  Rosaline Palmer Take the Cake, by Alexis Hall  Boyfriend Material, by Alexis Hall  Perfect Timing, by Owen Nicholls  Girl on the Train, by Paula Hawkins  A Slow Fire Burning (signed edition!), by Paula Hawkins  They: What Muslims and Non-Muslims Get Wrong About Each Other, by Sarfraz Manzoo  *****  In the US and now the UK, buy your hardbacks and paperbacks from Bookshop.org to support the podcast, as well as independent bookshops!  In other countries, you can support the podcast by using this link to buy from Blackwells.com, which ships internationally at inexpensive rates.  Get your first two audiobooks for just $14.99 with the code BRITLIT on Libro.fm.  Buy Claire's novel, Unscripted.  Pre-order Claire's YA novel, Girl, Unstrung.  Sign up for Claire's mailing list.  Questions? Comments? Need a book recommendation? Email Claire at britlitpodcast@gmail.com  *****  The Brit Lit Podcast  Instagram / Twitter / Facebook / Website  Mary Pauline Lowry  Instagram / Twitter / Website  Claire  Twitter / Facebook / Blog / Novel / TikTok    

In this week's episode, two major Twi-hards hop on the nostalgia train and discuss all things Twilight by Stephenie Meyer. From our early fangirl days to our recent Twilight renaissance, we dive into the series from start to finish. We are indeed “Super Massive” Twilight fans…mostly for nostalgia purposes, but also because the movies are terrible and yet amazing. We're both apparently very passionate about Twilight because we talked about for 1 1/2 hours. If you listen all the way to the end, you're a trooper! Books we mention in this episode: Where'd You Go Bernadette by Maria Semple, A Court of Silver Flames by Sarah J. Maas A Lady of Rooksgrave Manor by Katheryn Moon (Morgan says the name wrong many times in this episode), Outlander by Diana Gabaldon, Twilight by Stephenie Meyer, New Moon by Stephanie Meyer, Eclipse by Stephenie Meyer, Breaking Dawn by Stephenie Meyer, Midnight Sun by Stephenie Meyer. Check out Pages n' Pages on Instagram. These opinions of the books are entirely our own and may not reflect the actual book. Image by Kapona via Vector Stock.

When struggling crime writer Finlay Donovan takes on a life of crime normally reserved for her characters, she finds herself entangled in a real-life murder investigation. Witty and fast-paced, this murder mystery is perfect for fans of Janet Evanovich and Maria Semple. 'Proves you only need to get mistaken once for a contract killer to solve all your problems' LISA GARDNER Finlay Donovan, single mum and floundering crime writer, is having a hard time. Her ex-husband went behind her back to fire the nanny, and this morning she sent her four-year-old to school with hair duct-taped to her head after an unfortunate incident with scissors. Making it to lunch with her literary agent is a minor victory but, as she's discussing the plot of her latest crime novel, the conversation is misinterpreted by a woman sitting nearby as that of a hit-woman offering her services to dispose of a 'problem' husband. And when the woman slips Finlay a name and a promise of a large sum of cash, Finlay finds herself plotting something much bigger than her novel. And, after all, they do always say: write what you know. . .

Melinda and Allie discuss some of their recent anti-racist reading picks, including So You Want to Talk About Race by Ijeoma Oluo and their bookclub selection for July, Assata: An Autobiography by Assata Shakur. They also chat about the books they chose for one another in their most recent "Trash the TBR" segment (Dawn by Octavia Butler and The House at Riverton by Kate Morton), as well as a throwback favorite (Where'd Ya Go Bernadette by Maria Semple) and a controversial new release (My Friend Anna by Rachel DeLoache Williams). --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/novelswithnightcaps/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/novelswithnightcaps/support

Have you every wondered how important your “Voice” is as a writer? This week on The Bestseller Experiment podcast, New York Times success Maria Semple tells us just how essential your voice is. Maria was recently named a “Power Author” by the Hollywood Reporter, putting her alongside such giants as JK Rowling and George RR Martin. Maria started as a screenwriter. Her book, Where'd You Go, Bernadette? spent over a year on the New York Times bestsellers. Her new book “Tomorrow Will Be Different” was announced as a TV series with Julia Roberts as the lead. She spoke to us about the things that stop us writing truthfully.

Maile and Shawn talk about the question, "Where are you going?" in regards to writing. What's the end game, and by what standards should we be content or anxious about our creative lives? Maile also admits that she has at times been a menace to society when she's not creating, referencing Maria Semple's book, Where'd You Go, Bernadette.   

The Film Board returns from hiatus this week and we figured that we'd welcome everyone back in by answering the question - Where'd You Go, Bernadette. The Richard Linklater film stars Cate Blanchett and is based on the book by Maria Semple. While the book is a collection of fictional correspondence meant to take the reader on creative scavenger hunt, the film sets up to be a deeper dramedy about how hard it is to be human and how we cope with managing our extreme strengths and debilitating weaknesses.Does genius come through in all mediums? When life changes our path, how should we choose to change with it? The book and movie might not have exactly the same message, so listen with Steve Sarmento, Tommy Metz III, and Justin "JJ" Jaeger as they wind their way through the eclectic journey of Bernadette's discoveries on this episode of The Film Board.Join the conversation with movie lovers from around the world on The Next Reel's Discord channel!Film SundriesWatch this film: Apple • AmazonOriginal theatrical trailerOriginal poster artworkOriginal MaterialFlickchartLetterboxd Find source material for The Next Reel's family of podcasts – and thousands of other great reads – at AUDIBLE! Get your free audiobook and 30-day free trial today.Learn more about CODA and how it can work for you!We spend hours every week putting our shows together for you, our dear listener, and it would sure mean a lot to us if you considered becoming a member. When you do, you get early access to shows, ad-free episodes, and a TON of bonus content. To those who already support the show, thank you. To those who don't yet: what are you waiting for?BECOME A MEMBER HERE: $5 monthly or $55 annuallyJoin the conversation with movie lovers from around the world on The Next Reel's DISCORD channel!Here's where you can find us around the internet:The WebLetterboxdFlickchartCheck out poster artwork for movies we've discussed on our Pinterest pagePeteJJOceanSteveTommyAndyWhat are some other ways you can support us and show your love? Glad you asked!You can buy TNR apparel, stickers, mugs and more from our MERCH PAGE.Or buy or rent movies we've discussed on the show from our WATCH PAGE.Or buy books, plays, etc. that was the source for movies we've discussed on the show from our ORIGINALS PAGE.Or renew or sign up for a Letterboxd Pro or Patron account with our LETTERBOXD MEMBERSHIP DISCOUNT.

Book Bites are quick, five minute looks at a book from readers. Try a new book this week! Today's book is from Angie: , by Maria Semple. Want to be a full book group member? ! For as little as $1 a month, you can support the podcast as well as helping to keep Official Office Dog, Lady Grey, in treats.   We also have new episodes of our leadership podcast: dropping every Thursday morning; subscribe to get it in your app, or stream it on our website.

The BookBully goes a bit crazy talking about new books she's read or is looking forward to reading. Let's just say her eyes are bigger than her reading capacity! BOOK LIST FOR THIS EPISODE: My Absolute Darling by Gabriel Tallent The Twelve Lives of Samuel Hawley by Hannah Tinti   Brewster by Mark Slouka   The Secret History by Donna Tartt   The World of Tomorrow by Brendan Mathews (yes, only one "t")   The Law of Dreams by Peter Behrens   Saints for All Occasions by J. Courtney Sullivan   Stay With Me by Ayobami Adebayo   Commonwealth by Ann Patchett   Homegoing by Yaa Gyasi   Mary and O'Neil by Justin Cronin   A Kind of Freedom by Margaret Wilkerson Sexton   The Turner House by Angela Flournoy   Sing, Unburied, Sing by Jesmyn Ward   The Resurrection of Joan Ashby by Cherise Wolas   The Age of Perpetual Light by Josh Weil   The New Valley by Josh Weil   Don't I Know You by Marni Jackson   The Good Lord Bird by James McBride   Five-Carat Soul by James McBride   Fresh Complaint by Jeffrey Eugenides   Uncommon Type by Tom Hanks   The Last Ballad by Wiley Cash   The Good People by Hannah Kent   Manhattan Beach by Jennifer Egan   The Power by Naomi Alderman   Dreaming in Cuban by Cristina Garcia   Here in Berlin by Cristina Garcia   Dying: A Memoir by Cory Taylor   The Bright Hour by Nina Riggs   A Secret Sisterhood by Emily Midorikawa and Emma Claire Sweeney   What She Ate by Laura Shapiro   Ranger Games by Ben Blum   An Odyssey by Daniel Mendelsohn   The Child Finder by Rene Tenfold   The Party by Elizabeth Day   White Bodies by Jane Robins   The Smack by Richard Lange   Unraveling Oliver by Liz Nugent   Ferocity by Nicola Lagioia   Me Before You by JoJo Moyes   Eleanor Oliphant is Completely Fine by Gail Honeyman   Paradise City by Elizabeth Day   Sourdough by Robin Sloan   Mr. Penumbra's 24-Hour Bookstore by Robin Sloan   Where'd You Go, Bernadette? by Maria Semple   Mrs. Lincoln's Dressmaker by Jennifer Chiaverini   Enchantress of Numbers by Jennifer Chiaverini   The Dollhouse by Fiona Davis   The Address by Fiona Davis   One Thousand White Women by Jim Fergus   The Vengeance of Mothers by Jim Fergus   The Revolution of the Moon by Andrea Camilleri   The Ninth Hour by Alice McDermott   The Twelve-Mile Straight by Eleanor Henderson   Ten Thousand Saints by Eleanor Henderson

Maria started as a screenwriter. Her book, Where'd You Go, Bernadette? spent over a year on the New York Times bestsellers. She spoke to us about the things that stop us writing truthfully. In this episode you will discover: - Why she prefers writing novels: learn to love being in control. - Find your voice: and how to cut writing classes. - The voice of self-sabotage: you need to be true and real to defeat this monster. - Writing for revenge: what makes you a stronger writer? Revenge or generosity? Get your free ebook with advice and tips from million-selling authors at: http://www.bestsellerexperiment.com

The Deepwater Horizon oil spill was the worst environmental disaster in US history. Now a new film starring Mark Wahlberg tells the story of the explosion which destroyed the offshore drilling rig. He joins director Peter Berg to discuss the making of this biographical disaster movie.It's Woody Allen's first television series, and stars Miley Cyrus and Allen himself. Rachel Cooke reviews Crisis in Six Scenes, the story of a young 1960s radical and the elderly couple she moves in with.As he turns 60, the pianist Melvyn Tan talks about popularising the fortepiano, the predecessor to the modern piano, and what it's like to perform on Beethoven's own instrument. Maria Semple wrote for TV shows such as Saturday Night Live and Arrested Development before she turned to novels, including Where'd You Go, Bernadette, which was shortlisted for the Women's Prize for Fiction in 2013. She discusses Today Will Be Different which follows one disastrous day in the life of a middle-aged woman. Presenter: Kirsty Lang Producer: Angie Nehring.

Harriett Gilbert and her guests - actress, Rebecca Front and poet and writer, Laura Dockrill - discuss their favourite books by Maria Semple, Jan Struther and Alice Munro. Mrs Miniver by Jan Struther Publisher: ViragoWhere'd You Go, Bernadette, by Maria Semple Publisher: PhoenixRunaway by Alice Munro Publisher: VintageFirst broadcast on BBC Radio 4 in March 2015.