Books Are My People

When Science and Novel Writing Collide


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This week, I'm in conversation with Lauren Steinstra, author of The Beauty of the End. We discuss genetics, how her career in science influenced her work and whether or not people should delete their 23 and Me accounts. Plus, lots of book recommendations. 

This episode is sponsored by People of the Titanic by Shawn Carlow

Andrew Porter, author of The Imagined Life recommends a favorite read. 

Giveaway: Girls and Their Horses

Books Discussed:

The Age of Miracles by Karen Thompson Walker

Sky Full of Elephants by Cabo Campbell

The Unthinkable: Who Survives Disasters and Why by Amanda Ripley

Dan and Jane at the End of the World by Colleen Oakley

Our Hideous Progeny by C.E. McGill

Other books Mentioned:

The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks by Rebecca Skloot

Gallery info: I have a piece of art on display at the Rod Briggs Gallery through May 24th. Click here for more info. 

Art Hang Recording: Draw Book Covers



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