Lovely Books

In today's episode EmmyB interviews three guests on how they like to enjoy their books? We'll read answers and discuss suggestions posted to our social media on Facebook and Instagram! Thank you to all our contributing listeners!

In this episode, EmmyB and returning pod-guest Whitney Flygare take on tragedy and survivorship in the historical fiction novel "The Great Believers" by Rebecca Makkai. AIDS in the 1980s gay community is not an easy topic to discuss, but with great compassion and style, Makkai gives us something we cannot stop talking about! 
Whitney also mentions "American Dirt" by Jeanine Cummins her book recommendation that has a voice of power that needs to be heard.

In this episode Emmy B and Marisa Howard talk about her favorite book "The Gargoyle" by Andrew Davidson. This book was published in 2008 as his debut novel and took him seven years to write! Listen in to hear highlights about what made this book so memorable after all these years.

In this episode, EmmyB and Kristin Longson discuss the contemporary romance novel "Confess" by Colleen Hoover. Emmy B is not a romance reader, but Kristin is- they both LOVED this book. Listen in to discover why!

In this episode Emmy B and her Mama discuss the unforgettable book "Where the Lost Wander" by Amy Harmon. This book is filled with so much emotion and intricately woven into an unforgettable story on the Oregon Trail. With her mother, Emmy has a chance to reflect on her own pioneer heritage and love of the Native American Indian culture.

In this episode EmmyB interviews author, survivor and motivational speaker Tiffany Johnson on her lovely book "Brave Enough Now." Tiffany's story is one of self-discovery and hope. Aside from her physically surviving the 1999 Saxtenbach Gorge Canyoning Disaster, she discusses her personal survival, finding her true and authentic self, and being brave in every circumstance!

In this episode EmmyB and Shae Featherstone discuss homelessness and the lessons we learn from the non-fiction memoir, "Same Kind of Different As Me" by Ron Hall and Denver Moore. We explore some of the common causes of homelessness, seeing the homeless people behind the label, and having courage to help where we can.

In this episode Emmy B and her husband Paul address shame and how it prevents happiness. Referring to Brene Brown's "The Gifts of Imperfection" and Gretchen Rubin's "The Happiness Project" they discuss giving yourself permission to be happy, finding hope for happiness, and the measurable and definable steps to get you there.

In this episode, EmmyB interviews elementary school Principal Jeff Nalwalker. Discussing the book "Bud, Not Buddy" by Christopher Paul Curtis, Principal Nalwalker reminds us that our children often don't see differences until they are pointed out and can easily be taught to see all individuals as "different shades of orange." He also opines on white privilege, leading with kindness, and creating a loving atmosphere where children can learn as the adults around them become part of their "quality world". Principal Nalwalker also recommends the book "Wonder" by RJ Palacio to teach kids all the ways that we are the same.

In this episode Emmy B and Analia van Dyck explore the connection between the diversity of knots and people/relationships highlighted in Annie Proulx's 1993 novel "The Shipping News". Sometimes you read a book whose title you never forget because the written words meant more than just the story on paper. For Analia, this book was that and more.