Christina makes her triumphant return to chat with Adam about sequels that weren't entirely necessary (in their minds). These books aren't necessarily bad but our nerds discuss what the original books meant to them and why these ones didn't strike the same chord.

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In today's episode, Jill is joined by author Jesse Q. Sutanto to discuss her new book Dial A for Aunties. The pair discuss her book, working the wedding business, and big families.

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Ep. #543 - Like Justin said... It's gonna be May.

And so we're unveiling the books we can't wait to read this month.

Books mentioned in this episode

Madhouse at the End of the Earth by Julian Sancton

The Ivies By Alexa Donne

A Master of Djinn by P. Djèlí Clark

The Plot by Jean Hanff Korelitz

Sorrowland by Rivers Solomon

Tokyo Ever After by Emiko Jean

Yearbook by Seth Rogen

Katharine Parr, the Sixth Wife by Alison Weir

Ariadne by Jennifer Saint

That Summer by Jennifer Weiner

Goblin by Josh Malerman

The Secret Talker by Geling Yan

Madam by Phoebe Wynne

Project Hail Mary by Andy Weir

Finding the Mother Tree by Suzanne Simard

Pumpkin by Julie Murphy

Second Place by Rachel Cusk

How Stella Learned to Talk by Christina Hunger

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Ep. #542 - Adam welcomes back Christina Henry to chat about her terrifying new novel, Near the Bone. The discuss the idea of showing the POV of a victim vs. a villain, how she writes characters instead of plots, and why the true terror of the unseen.

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Ep. #541 - Lately, a number of authors who have high profiles have been doing some less than awesome things online. We thought we'd address what to do, as a reader, when authors you've previously supported turn out to be not great human beings. We also discuss the concept of book reviews and how to take star ratings with a grain of salt, and make a plea to readers to do a little research before diving into books you think might be problematic. We'll get back to regularly scheduled book recommending next week but we'd love your thoughts on this episode in the reviews or just send us a message.

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Ep. #540 - Joan F. Smith joins Adam to discuss her new book The Half-Orphan's Handbook. Their conversation ranges from how she coped with her father's suicide, how they both use comedy to deal with tragedy, and how they both struggle to accept that how they feel is okay. They also discuss her job as a library's author-in-residence. Trigger warnings for conversations about death and suicide but this is a must listen and a must read for anyone who has struggled with grief.

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Ep. 539 - Adam is joined by Maria Kuznetsova to discuss her new book, Something Unbelievable. They have a great chat about ancestral stories, craft, and what gets passed down to us from our grandparents. Anyone yearning to learn more about where they come from will adore this conversation and Maria's phenomenal book.

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Ep. #538 - Jeff VanderMeer chats with Adam about his stunning new novel, Hummingbird Salamander, a noir-style mystery involving eco-activism, corporate secrecy, and so much more. They also discuss the small things we can all do to help the planet and where Jeff has found joy throughout the pandemic.

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Ep. #537- Frequent guests Emma and Maria join the Nerds to chat about some books they've been loving lately and a couple they didn't as well! We're celebrating National Library Week and hope you are too!

Books mentioned in this episode

We Ride Upon Sticks by Quan Berry

His Only Wife by Peace Adzo Medie

The Final Revival of Opal and Nev by Dawnie Walton

From Blood and Ash by Jennifer L. Armentrout

A Kingdom of Flesh and Fire by Jennifer L. Armentrout

A Court of Thorns and Roses by Sarah J. Maas

A Court of Silver Flames by Sarah J. Maas

Topics of Conversation by Miranda Popkey

Malibu Rising by Taylor Jenkins Reid

You Love Me by Caroline Kepnes

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In today's episode, Jill is joined by author, musician, and activist Sister Souljah to discuss her new book Life After Death, which is a sequel to her iconic novel The Coldest Winter Ever. The pair discuss writing Winter Santiaga after so much time, the popularity of Sister Souljah's books among the prison population, and why it took her so long to write the sequel.

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