Mary Beth Keane's new novel, The Half Moon, follows a small-town couple navigating the uncertainties of marriage and starting a family. Keane joins us to talk about how she creates her characters, why she chose to tackle tough themes, writing during the pandemic and more with guest host, Allyson Gavaletz. We end this episode with TBR Topoff book recommendations from Marc and Madyson.  

This episode of Poured Over was produced and hosted by Allyson Gavaletz and mixed by Harry Liang. Poured Over is brought to you by Executive Producer Miwa Messer and the booksellers of Barnes & Noble.  

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Featured Books (Episode):  The Half Moon by Mary Beth Keane  Hamnet by Maggie O'Farrell  Opened Ground by Seamus Heaney  

Featured Books (TBR Topoff):  Trespasses by Louise Kennedy  Booked on a Feeling by Jayci Lee