This Is the Author

S4 E26: In this episode meet, Geraldine Brooks, author of Foreign Correspondence; Jason Baumann, author of The Stonewall Reader; and Stoney Stamper, author of My First Rodeo. From reconnecting with old pen pals to exploring integral and unknown pieces of LGBT history to sharing the ups-and-downs of fatherhood, this episode explores the importance of sharing stories and preserving voices from our pasts. And, find out how through recording her audiobook, one author was able to reconnect with her younger selves.

Foreign Correspondence by Geraldine Brooks: https://www.penguinrandomhouseaudio.com/book/18931/foreign-correspondence/

The Stonewall Reader: https://www.penguinrandomhouseaudio.com/book/576364/the-stonewall-reader/

My First Rodeo by Stoney Stamper: https://www.penguinrandomhouseaudio.com/book/572720/my-first-rodeo/

S4 E24: In this episode meet, Hal Elrod, author of The Miracle Equation; Ashley Neese, author of How to Breathe; and Erin Lowry, author of Broke Milennial Takes On Investing. These three authors decided to write and record their audiobooks in order to share formulas, lessons, and wisdom that will help listeners live a balanced, less stressful life. And, find out which author would cast any of the Real Housewives of New York to narrate her audiobook.

The Miracle Equation by Hal Elrod: https://www.penguinrandomhouseaudio.com/book/600801/the-miracle-equation/

How to Breathe by Ashley Neese: https://www.penguinrandomhouseaudio.com/book/598412/how-to-breathe/

Broke Millennial Takes On Investing by Erin Lowry: https://www.penguinrandomhouseaudio.com/book/580096/broke-millennial-takes-on-investing/

S4 E25: In this episode meet Tyler Kepner, author of K: A HISTORY OF BASEBALL IN TEN PITCHES; Monica L. Smith, author of CITIES; and Matthew Sleeth, author of REFORESTING FAITH. Each of these authors wants to ensure that the history and importance of particular people and places are acknowledged, explored, and celebrated—whether it’s a beloved baseball pitcher, a bustling city, or the beauty of trees in the natural world. And, learn why one author’s recording experience reminded him of reading aloud in first grade.

K: A History of Baseball in Ten Pitches by Tyler Kepner: https://www.penguinrandomhouseaudio.com/book/532815/k-a-history-of-baseball-in-ten-pitches/

Cities by Monica L. Smith: https://www.penguinrandomhouseaudio.com/book/553231/cities/

Reforesting Faith by Matthew Sleeth: https://www.penguinrandomhouseaudio.com/book/573382/reforesting-faith/

S4 E23: In this special episode, meet Martha Hall Kelly, bestselling author of Lilac Girls. She tells us about her newest audiobook, Lost Roses which is narrated by four talented narrators: Catherine Taber, Tavia Gilbert, Kathleen Gati and Karissa Vacker.

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S4 E22: In this episode meet Helen Ellis, author of SOUTHERN LADY CODE; Lizzie Post, author of HIGHER ETIQUETTE; and Cathy Guisewite, author of FIFTY THINGS THAT AREN'T MY FAULT. While listening to stories about Southern Lady charm, cannabis etiquette, and Cathy’s famous AACK, you will fall in love with these ladies’ laugh-out-loud honesty about the writing and recording process. Plus learn which author’s mother made a special appearance in the recording booth.

Southern Lady Code by Helen Ellis: https://www.penguinrandomhouseaudio.com/book/567252/southern-lady-code/

Higher Etiquette by Lizzie Post: https://www.penguinrandomhouseaudio.com/book/586479/higher-etiquette/

Fifty Things That Aren't My Fault by Cathy Guisewite: https://www.penguinrandomhouseaudio.com/book/562685/fifty-things-that-arent-my-fault/

S4 E21: Library Edition, Part 3: In this special edition of our podcast This Is the Author, we’re celebrating National Library Week by asking authors to share some of their favorite library memories with us. Listen to authors A.S. King, Cathy Guisewite, Deborah Fallows, Jill Schlesinger, Steven Johnson, Pamela Druckerman, Eliza Kennedy, Heather Turgeon, and Alexia Vernon share why libraries are so special to them. Enjoy.

S4 E19: In this episode meet Mira Jacob, author of GOOD TALK; Robert W. Lee, author of A SIN BY ANY OTHER NAME; and Carlotta Walls LaNier, author of A MIGHTY LONG WAY. These authors share their personal narratives, exploring the topics of race, identity, and our country’s history, and will no doubt inspire listeners’ own conversations. And find out which author described their recording process as “a bear.”

Good Talk by Mira Jacob: https://www.penguinrandomhouseaudio.com/book/543942/good-talk/

A Sin by Any Other Name by Robert W. Lee: https://www.penguinrandomhouseaudio.com/book/583142/a-sin-by-any-other-name/

A Mighty Long Way by Carlotta Walls Lanier: https://www.penguinrandomhouseaudio.com/book/97776/a-mighty-long-way/

S4 E20: In this episode meet Gigi Gorgeous, author of HE SAID, SHE SAID; Shannon Sedgwick Davis, author of TO STOP A WARLORD; and Kwame Onwuachi, author of NOTES FROM A YOUNG BLACK CHEF. More than one of these authors described the audio recording process as therapeutic. Hear their reasons why, which range from overcoming the childhood fear of being picked to read aloud to completing the final step in a long publishing journey. These authors inspire us all to achieve our dreams and fight for what we believe in. Plus, find out which author would cast Snoop Dogg to narrate their audiobook.

He Said, She Said by Gigi Gorgeous: https://www.penguinrandomhouseaudio.com/book/566733/he-said-she-said/

To Stop a Warlord by Shannon Sedgwick Davis: https://www.penguinrandomhouseaudio.com/book/234332/to-stop-a-warlord/

Notes from a Young Black Chef by Kwame Onwuachi and Joshua David Stein: https://www.penguinrandomhouseaudio.com/book/553923/notes-from-a-young-black-chef/

S4 E17: In this episode meet Carolyn Forché, author of WHAT YOU HAVE HEARD IS TRUE; Eric O’Neill, author of GRAY DAY; and Evan Ratliff, author of THE MASTERMIND. These authors reveal personal truths, undercover spy stories, and dark secrets in their riveting audiobooks. Hear the truth about what it was like to record…including which author had trouble pronouncing United States over and over again.

What You Have Heard Is True by Carolyn Forché: https://www.penguinrandomhouseaudio.com/book/586566/what-you-have-heard-is-true/

Gray Day by Eric O'Neill: https://www.penguinrandomhouseaudio.com/book/566823/gray-day/

The Mastermind by Evan Ratliff: https://www.penguinrandomhouseaudio.com/book/549566/the-mastermind/

S4 E18: In this episode meet Emily Arnold McCully, author of DREAMING IN CODE; Matthew Gray Gubler, author of RUMPLE BUTTERCUP; and A.S. King, author of DIG. From illuminating the life of a brilliant mathematician to using a delightfully weird monster to encourage kids to be themselves, the stories these authors bring to life will enthrall listeners. Plus, find out which author can’t distinguish her own recorded voice from her sister’s.

Dreaming in Code by Emily Arnold McCully: https://www.penguinrandomhouseaudio.com/book/606896/dreaming-in-code/

Rumple Buttercup by Matthew Gray Gubler: https://www.penguinrandomhouseaudio.com/book/589016/rumple-buttercup-a-story-of-bananas-belonging-and-being-yourself/

Dig by A.S. King: https://www.penguinrandomhouseaudio.com/book/532327/dig/