The Book Report

With Memorial Day - and beach and bathing suits - just ahead, Elaine offers up titles to get you thinking about summer shape-ups and practical, not preachy nutrition. Interview with Bruce Wilk, Author, Physical Therapist, Triathlete and Sports Injury Expert.

A literary and loving salute to the woman who started you on your reading life....Mom. The show offers an entertaining mix of fiction and non-fiction, plus chats with two fascinating guests. Interview with Dr. Siobhan Dolan and Anne Lamott, Authors.

Murderers, damsels in distress and mysteries wrapped inside enigmas..plus an interview with a legendary Thriller author. Interview with Mary Higgins Clark, Author.

A "Safari" into classic and contemporary African literature. Interview with Taiye Selasi, Author.

An exploration of a new genre for the Book Report - tales of the American West. Interview with CJ Box, Author.

A return to the scene of the crime with top new mystery books on murder and mayhem. Interview with Harlen Coban and Michael Connolly.

A respite from Tax Day with a spotlight on humor books to distract and entertain you. Interview with Dave Barry and Tim Dorsey.

A salute to Easter and Passover with a look at some books that explore religion and spirituality. Interview with Maggie Anton.

Rare finds - Books that may not be on your radar but worthy of being discovered. Interview with Ken Gloss.

A salute to St. Patrick's Day with grand look at the works of contemporary Irish authors. Interview with Emma Donoghue.