This Is the Author

S6 E81: In this episode, meet author and critic Douglas Wolk, journalist and music critic Kelefa Sanneh, and sports journalist Dana O’Neil. Meet these expert authors and listen in as they share their passion for their subjects, from Marvel comics to music to college basketball.

All of the Marvels by Douglas Wolk: https://www.penguinrandomhouseaudio.com/book/549063/all-of-the-marvels/

Major Labels by Kelefa Sanneh: https://www.penguinrandomhouseaudio.com/book/576360/major-labels/

The Big East by Dana O'Neil: https://www.penguinrandomhouseaudio.com/book/653406/the-big-east/

S6 E79: In this episode, meet journalist Farah Stockman, journalist Mark Oppenheimer, and co-hosts of the This Is Ear Hustle podcast, Nigel Poor and Earlonne Woods. Listen in as these authors share insights into their writing and audiobook recording processes: Farah Stockman on the role work plays in our sense of identity and belonging, Mark Oppenheimer on how one of America's renowned Jewish neighborhoods responded in the wake of unspeakable tragedy, and Nigel Poor and Earlonne Woods on creating a book about their Peabody- and Pulitzer-nominated podcast featuring currently and formerly incarcerated people, This Is Ear Hustle.

American Made by Farah Stockman: https://www.penguinrandomhouseaudio.com/book/591675/american-made/

Squirrel Hill by Mark Oppenheimer: https://www.penguinrandomhouseaudio.com/book/611023/squirrel-hill/

This Is Ear Hustle by Nigel Poor and Earlonne Woods: https://www.penguinrandomhouseaudio.com/book/669134/this-is-ear-hustle/

S6 E78: In this episode, meet writer and speaker Danté Stewart, educator and influencer Blair Imani, and columnist and journalist Barrett Holmes Pitner. Listen in as these authors share what inspired them to write their books: Danté Stewart on reckoning with the legacy of white supremacy and reclaiming identity on a spiritual level, Blair Imani on how to become a more informed, compassionate, and socially conscious person, and Barrett Holmes Pitner on a new way to talk about racism in America. Plus, hear what it was like for these authors to record their audiobooks.

Shoutin' in the Fire by Danté Stewart: https://www.penguinrandomhouseaudio.com/book/672938/shoutin-in-the-fire/

Read This To Get Smarter by Blair Imani: https://www.penguinrandomhouseaudio.com/book/678819/read-this-to-get-smarter/

The Crime Without a Name by Barrett Holmes Pitner: https://www.penguinrandomhouseaudio.com/book/707123/the-crime-without-a-name/

S6 E76: In this episode, meet professor of psychiatry Daniel J. Siegel, pastor David Marvin, and creator of the PBS show Faith and Justice, Reverend Jacqui Lewis. Managing anxiety in daily life is no easy feat, but it is possible. Tune in to hear Daniel Siegel talk about his workbook for reducing anxiety and cultivating mindfulness, David Marvin on how his experiences as a Christian youth pastor led him to address anxiety through his faith, and Dr. Jacqui Lewis on how “rule-breaking kindness” can heal our divisive culture and soothe the soul. Plus, get the inside scoop on these authors' experiences recording their audiobooks.

Becoming Aware by Dr. Daniel Siegel, M.D.: https://www.penguinrandomhouseaudio.com/book/539769/becoming-aware/

We're All Freaking Out (and Why We Don't Need To)by David Marvin: https://www.penguinrandomhouseaudio.com/book/669180/were-all-freaking-out-and-why-we-dont-need-to/

Fierce Love by Dr. Jacqui Lewis: https://www.penguinrandomhouseaudio.com/book/671314/fierce-love/

S6 E77: In this episode, meet novelist Donald Antrim, actor, producer, and activist Alyssa Milano, and Rock and Roll Hall of Famer and co-founder of The Byrds, Chris Hillman. In these behind-the-mic interviews, hear Donald Antrim talk candidly about his deeply personal memoir, Alyssa Milano share how activism has impacted her life and career, and Chris Hillman on the story behind the music---not only his insights into his time with the seminal band The Byrds, but beyond. Plus, hear what it was like for each of these authors to record their audiobooks.

One Friday in April by Donald Antrim: https://www.penguinrandomhouseaudio.com/book/696434/one-friday-in-april/

Sorry Not Sorry by Alyssa Milano: https://www.penguinrandomhouseaudio.com/book/647098/sorry-not-sorry/

Time Between by Chris Hillman: https://www.penguinrandomhouseaudio.com/book/697081/time-between/

S6 E74: In this episode, meet chef and owner of Milk Bar Christina Tosi, meteorologist and TODAY co-anchor Dylan Dreyer, and former competitive ice dancer Karina Manta. Join them in the recording studio and listen in to discover what inspired each of them to write their books and what they each hope young (and old) listeners will take away from their stories.

Every Cake Has a Story by Christina Tosi: https://www.penguinrandomhouseaudio.com/book/625376/every-cake-has-a-story/

Misty the Cloud: A Very Stormy Day by Dylan Dreyer: https://www.penguinrandomhouseaudio.com/book/639407/misty-the-cloud-a-very-stormy-day/

On Top of Glass by Karina Manta: https://www.penguinrandomhouseaudio.com/book/659446/on-top-of-glass/

S6 E75: In this episode, meet bestselling author, actress, comedian and producer Phoebe Robinson, one of Silicon Valley’s youngest entrepreneurs Michael Sayman, and mountaineer and adventurer Rick Ridgeway. Taking inspiration from their life and experiences, each of these authors created their audiobooks. Step behind the mic with them to find out what they were inspired by and why they’re excited to share their stories with listeners.

Please Don't Sit on My Bed in Your Outside Clothes by Phoebe Robinson: https://www.penguinrandomhouseaudio.com/book/671268/please-dont-sit-on-my-bed-in-your-outside-clothes/

App Kid by Michael Sayman: https://www.penguinrandomhouseaudio.com/book/604673/app-kid/

Life Lived Wild by Rick Ridgeway: https://www.penguinrandomhouseaudio.com/book/705569/life-lived-wild/

S6 E73: In this episode, meet pastor and cultural thought leader Erwin Raphael McManus, nun and activist Joan Chittister, and celebrated Christian writer Philip Yancey. Hear how Erwin Raphael McManus’ lifelong study of Jesus as well as the concept of “genius” inspired him to write his book, how Sister Joan Chittister wanted to rouse a dialogue and sense of contemplation in her readers and listeners with her work; and how Philip Yancey hopes his story is for everyone, wherever they may be on the religious spectrum.

The Genius of Jesus by Erwin Raphael McManus: https://www.penguinrandomhouseaudio.com/book/623589/the-genius-of-jesus/

The Monastic Heart by Joan Chittister: https://www.penguinrandomhouseaudio.com/book/672009/the-monastic-heart/

Where the Light Fell by Philip Yancey: https://www.penguinrandomhouseaudio.com/book/665644/where-the-light-fell/

S6 E72: In this episode, meet writer and director Hazel Hayes, writer and historian Rebecca Solnit, and marriage and family therapist Katherine Woodward Thomas. These authors have each written books about love---albeit very different kinds. Hear Hazel Hayes on how she came to write a love story in reverse, Rebecca Solnit on discovering George Orwell's little-known passion for roses, and Katherine Woodward Thomas on overcoming pain (and well-worn patterns) to bring greater love into our lives.

Out of Love by Hazel Hayes: https://www.penguinrandomhouseaudio.com/book/669217/out-of-love/

Orwell's Roses by Rebecca Solnit: https://www.penguinrandomhouseaudio.com/book/607057/orwells-roses/

Calling in "The One" Revised and Expanded by Katherine Woodward Thomas: https://www.penguinrandomhouseaudio.com/book/647144/calling-in-the-one-revised-and-expanded/

S6 E71: In this episode, meet journalist Ali Nolan, journalist Josiah Hesse, and comedian Emily Winter. Listen in as Ali Nolan describes what inspired her to write a marathon training guide for women, Josiah Hesse on how cannabis edibles improved his running routine, and Emily Winter on how to bring more joy into your life by embracing the wonderful world of trivia and little-known facts.

Master the Marathon by Ali Nolan: https://www.penguinrandomhouseaudio.com/book/625225/master-the-marathon/

Runner's High by Josiah Hesse: https://www.penguinrandomhouseaudio.com/book/653009/runners-high/

One Day Smarter by Emily Winter: https://www.penguinrandomhouseaudio.com/book/667228/one-day-smarter/