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Leife Shallcross, author of The Beast's Heart

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On today's episode, Adam interviews Australian author Leife Shallcross about her new book The Beast's Heart. This story is a retelling of Beauty and the Beast but through the beasts eyes. It's equal parts moving and funny and entirely whimsical. We also discuss her lifelong passion for fairy tales and Jim Dale doing her audiobook!

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Interview with Blake Crouch

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Today's episode is an interview Jill did with bestselling author Blake Crouch about his new book Recursion. They discuss false memories, the reality of time, and even the Berenstain Bears.
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Sarah Enni!

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On today's episode, Adam interviews Sarah Enni in New York City about her debut novel Tell Me Everything!
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Interview with Bestselling Author Jennifer Weiner!

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Today's interview is one Jill did with the immensely popular author, Jennifer Weiner about her new book MRS EVERYTHING. The book covers multiple decades and the pair discuss Jennifer's research process, the idea of "chick lit" and how Jennifer's mom inspired this book.
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June's Biggest Books

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It's almost June which means it's time for Adam and Jill's monthly roundup of books to read this month.
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