Andrea Ginsky & I talk about fast reads in honor of our recent springing ahead in time. Two oxymoronic titles made our list: Beautiful Ruins & Empty Theater

Andrea Ginsky & I focus on Florida Books for this episode, including classics by John MacDonald & contemporary fiction (& non) by Sarah Gerard!

Andrea & I discuss books that help a reader lighten up, including authors Elizabeth Strout & Jen Beagin.

The New Year inspires us to review & renew, Andrea Ginsky & I discuss authors who have done the same through writing memoirs.

The Book of Charlie late 1920's medical school tales

The Book of Charlie end of chapter 5 "Daring"

The Book of Charlie excerpt written by David Von Drehle to be published 5/23. Recorded for my Dad & Grandma.

Who says Christmas fantasies are just for kids? Andrea & I take a spin around BookStore1 to choose a few of our favorite wish list gifts!

Andrea & I suggest the best gift books for animal lovers, travelers, and folks who love libraries & bookstores!

Authors we love who capture nature in its verocity & its glory: Nat'l Book Award Winner Jesmyn Ward & Pulitzer Prize Winner Paul Harding amongst our talk.

Andrea & I discuss books we considered long lost friends, meaning we could stop & start & never miss a beat and similarly why certain authors resonate with us long after. Anne Tyler & Cormac McCarthy just to name a few.

Roxanne and Andrea each get goose bumps talking about books in which they vicariously experienced fun character careers just in time for Labor Day!

We go Back to School choosing 3 books each that taught us something. From gaming to political history, Roxanne & Andrea discuss their findings.

A sense of place podcast: Booksellers Roxanne Baker & Andrea Ginsky rave about historical & contemporary plots from six authors who know how to take us away.

Roxanne & Andrea talk six about author's who expertly describe a sense of place. Hang in there through the rocky start as the remainder of the podcast is smooth as silk.

Andrea & I espouse our love for engrossing fiction (both new & classic), as well as two very worthwhile memoirs (both new & a little aged). And for good measure, a fun read & self-help book...an eclectic summer punch.

Andrea & I discuss the fascinating question: why do some characters irk while we give characters in other books a pass?

Andrea & I discuss the fascinating question: why do some characters irk while we give characters in other books a pass?

Andrea Ginsky & I rave about the tremendous books out in 2022. And it's only April!

Andrea Ginsky & I riff on 'brevity is the soul of wit', analyzing & admiring our favorite short chapter books!