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Write Now with Broadleaf WritersWrite Now: Getting Your POV's Right with author Jessica StrawserAuthor Jessica Strawser joins us to break down the particulars of staying true to your POV, how to avoid head hopping, and the many hats she's worn on her path to publication.Find more about Jessica at https://jessicastrawser.com/.2025-04-0842 min
Freelance Writing Direct with Estelle: Conversations with authors, journalists, agents, novelists, memoirists, niche writers, publishers, writing teachers, assigning editors and media experts.#129 Intentional About Structure: Dual Timelines and POVs As a Bridge Featuring Jessica StrawserJessica Strawser is editor-at-large at Writer’s Digest and the USA Today bestselling author of suspenseful book club novels, including Almost Missed You; Not That I Could Tell (a Book of the Month pick); A Million Reasons Why; The Next Thing You Know (a People Magazine Pick), and her latest, Catch You Later, as well as The Last Caretaker, both instant USA Today bestsellers. She has written for The New York Times, Modern Love, Publishers Weekly and other fine venues, and is a popular writing instructor and freelance editor specializing in helping writers with their submission packages. She lives wi...2025-03-0633 min
Simply Write w/ Polly CampbellBestselling Author Jessica Strawser on the Challenge of Writing Multiple POVs and TimelinesUSA Today Bestselling author Jessica Strawser shares insights on navigating multiple timelines and POVs, something she does in her newest book Catch You Later, and how she uses a synopsis to structure her stories while still leaving room for creative surprises throughout the writing process. Strawser who is also a writer, editor-at-large for Writer's Digest, and a mom talks about the role of time management in shaping her writing career and why writing sometimes requires sacrifices.This is a far-reaching interview that gives you a clear look into how a full-time author gets the work done. Find...2025-02-2445 min
"Now, Appalachia"Now, Appalachia interview with author Jessica StrawserOn the latest episode of Now, Appalachia, Eliot interviews author Jessica Strawser about her latest thriller CATCH YOU LATER. Jessica Strawser is the USA Today bestselling author of The Last Caretaker, The Next Thing You Know, A Million Reasons Why, Forget You Know Me, Not That I Could Tell (a Book of the Month selection), and Almost Missed You. She was editorial director at Writer’s Digest for nearly a decade before becoming a novelist. Jessica is also a Career Authors contributing editor, popular speaker at writing conferences across the US, and freelance editor and writer with bylines in th...2024-12-2436 min
Authors on the Air Global Radio NetworkAuthor Jessica Strawser on Now, AppalachiaNow, Appalachia, host Eliot interviews author Jessica Strawser about her latest thriller CATCH YOU LATER. Jessica Strawser is the USA Today bestselling author of The Last Caretaker, The Next Thing You Know, A Million Reasons Why, Forget You Know Me, Not That I Could Tell (a Book of the Month selection), and Almost Missed You. She was editorial director at Writer’s Digest for nearly a decade before becoming a novelist. Jessica is also a Career Authors contributing editor, popular speaker at writing conferences across the US, and freelance editor and writer with bylines in the New York Times Modern Lo...2024-12-2336 minAuthors on the Air Global Radio NetworkAuthor Jessica Strawser on Now, AppalachiaNow, Appalachia, host Eliot interviews author Jessica Strawser about her latest thriller CATCH YOU LATER. Jessica Strawser is the USA Today bestselling author of The Last Caretaker, The Next Thing You Know, A Million Reasons Why, Forget You Know Me, Not That I Could Tell (a Book of the Month selection), and Almost Missed You. She was editorial director at Writer’s Digest for nearly a decade before becoming a novelist. Jessica is also a Career Authors contributing editor, popular speaker at writing conferences across the US, and freelance editor and writer with bylines in the New York Times Modern Lo...2024-12-2336 min
BOOKSTORMJESSICA STRAWSER (Catch You Later) is on the Radar!USA Today Bestselling Author, Jessica Strawser, dives down deep with BOOKSTORM. Best friends, Lark and Mikki, work the nightshift at a highway travel stop and are going nowhere fast. Until a stranger drops in, heading to Florida, and Mikki accepts his offer to ride along--Never to be seen again! We talk about our ability to truly know someone we just met, and even someone we have known for years. Single mothers needing a support system and the importance of being shown grace. Little signs from lost loved ones and even family and friends who are distanced from us. The...2024-10-2228 min
Explore: This Riveting Full Audiobook For Book-Lovers.Catch You Later by Jessica StrawserPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/2/audible/143565to listen full audiobooks.
Title: Catch You Later
Author: Jessica Strawser
Narrator: Erin Mallon
Format: mp3
Length: 10 hrs and 6 mins
Release date: 10-22-24
Ratings: 4.5 out of 5 stars, 108 ratings
Genres: Friendship
Publisher's Summary:
If Lark and Mikki didn’t have each other, they’d have nothing in this miserable town. So the best friends stick together, working night shift at the highway travel stop, going nowhere fast. Until a stranger drops in, heading for Florida, and Mikki impulsively leaves with him, never to be seen again. Eight years later, Lark is finally getting her life...2024-10-2210h 06
Book BistroMost Anticipated Releases of OctoberThis week, Amber, Robin, Georgina, Brooke, Shan, Shannon, and Stacy are sharing some of their most anticipated October releases, a ton of which seem to come out on October 1. Titles mentioned include:
Louise Penny, The Grey Wolf (Armand Gamache #19)
Sabaa Tahir, Heir (Heir Duology #1)
Kate Stayman-London, Fang Fiction
Seana Kelly, The Bloody Ruin Asylum and Taproom (Sam Quinn #7)
Charlotte Stein, To Help a Hungry Werewolf (Sanctuary for Supernatural Creatures #1)
Jessica Strawser, Catch You Later
Karen Marie Moning, The House At Watch Hill (Watch Hill #1)
Louise Erdrich, The Mighty Red
Alan Hollinghurst, Our Evenings
Amanda Eliot, Love You a Latke
Rachael...2024-09-271h 12
Wildly UnplugThe Last CaretakerSend us a textIn this episode, we chat with Jessica, the author of The Last Caretaker, about her journey from magazine editor to novelist. Jessica shares how her background in journalism and interviewing bestselling authors inspired her own writing career. We delve into her writing process, the inspiration behind her novel's nature-themed setting, and the intricate network that helps women escape abusive situations. Tune in to hear Jessica's insights on writing, nature, and the powerful themes in her book.Jessica StrawserBike Trail BooksLet’s hear your story! ...2024-08-0838 minFreelance Writing Direct with Estelle: Conversations with authors, journalists, agents, novelists, memoirists, niche writers, publishers, writing teachers, assigning editors and media experts.#96 Writing and Elevating a Suspense Novel Featuring Jessica StrawserJessica Strawser is editor-at-large at Writer’s Digest and the USA Today bestselling author of suspenseful book club novels, including Almost Missed You; Not That I Could Tell (a Book of the Month pick); A Million Reasons Why; The Next Thing You Know (a People Magazine Pick), and her latest, The Last Caretaker, an instant USA Today bestseller. Her seventh novel, Catch You Later, is forthcoming October 22, 2024. She has written for The New York Times Modern Love, Publishers Weekly and other fine venues, and is a popular writing instructor and freelance editor specializing in helping writers with their submission pa...2024-07-1837 min
This Mama Is Lit!Starting Over in Every Way PossibleJessica Strawser chats with Holly Rizzuto Palker and Brianna Avenia-Tapper about her newest book, The Last Caretaker. She talks about how her children inspire her writing, how her characters always try to do the right thing, domestic violence and more. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit literarymama.substack.com2024-05-0123 min
Page CountBook Club Fiction with Jessica StrawserAuthor and Writer’s Digest editor-at-large Jessica Strawser answers publishing questions from Page Count listeners, defines “book club fiction,” shares insights gleaned from her career as a six-time novelist, and discusses her latest novel, THE LAST CARETAKER.
Strawser is the author of the book club favorites ALMOST MISSED YOU, NOT THAT I COULD TELL, FORGET YOU KNOW ME, A MILLION REASONS WHY, and THE NEXT THING YOU KNOW. Her sixth novel, the instant USA Today bestseller THE LAST CARETAKER, surrounds a resident caretaker on a nature reserve who discovers her new home hides a safe house aidi...2024-01-1653 min
Killer WomenTHE LAST CARETAKER: an empowering and provocative thriller from Jessica StrawserToday our guest on Killer Women is JESSICA STRAWSER. Jessica is the author of the book club favorites Almost Missed You, a Barnes & Noble Best New Fiction pick; Not That I Could Tell, a Book of the Month bestseller; Forget You Know Me, awarded a starred review by Publishers Weekly, A Million Reasons Why, called “a standout” in a starred Booklist review and named to Most Anticipated lists from Goodreads, SheReads, Frolic, E! News & others, and The Next Thing You Know, a People Magazine Pick for Best New Novel (now new in paperback).She is Editor-at-Large for Writer’s Dige...2023-12-0142 min
The Best of Women's Fiction*Special Fall Episode* Hot New Releases!A special Fall episode featuring hot new releases from our past guests! In this episode we share a range of newly released and upcoming books, from emotional and romantic women’s fiction, to historical fiction, domestic suspense, and even an apocalyptic holiday tale.
Acid Christmas by Charlotte Dune
Always Orchid by Carol Van Den Hende
As Though You Were Mine by J Marie Rundquist
The Baby Left Behind by Jen Craven
The Last Caretaker by Jessica Strawser
Th...2023-11-2122 min
History, Books & Wine PodcastHow Madame Pommery Changed the Champagne Industry with Rebecca RosenbergRebecca shares the legacy of a mother and widow, who against monumental odds, changed the champagne industry.Have history, book or wine question you want us to answer in a future show?Email us! historybooksandwine@gmail.comPaired this episode with:Rebecca: Pommery ChampagneLori: Yuengling LagerEliza: Josh, Red Blend LegacyWhat Rebecca is reading:Starring Adele Astaire by Eliza KnightHighland Deception by Lori Ann Bailey2023-11-1428 min
Columbus! Something NewPodcast 3.12.2023 The Annual Daylight Saving Time EpisodeShow Notes: Yes it is time once again for our annual “is there anything as stupid and useless as Daylight Saving Time” episode. Then discover a couple of gems in Grove City we would love for you to check out. Plus hear about the fun times Burke had on Sawmill road and discover new uses for old wires. Thank you for joining us! Why daylight saving time is worse for your body than standard time — The Washington Post 5 Surprising Ways Daylight Saving Time Affects Your Body Why Your Body Hates Daylight Saving T...2023-03-1354 min
Writer's Digest PresentsWriter's Digest Presents: Vacation ReadsSchool is out and the sun is high: it's time to take to the road and to bring our vacation reads with us! In this episode, the editors chat about the concept of vacation reads, how we choose what books to bring with us on vacation, and more!Vacation Reads Roundtable: Editor-in-chief Amy Jones and Content Editor Michael Woodson sit down with a chat with authors Steven Rowley and Jessica Strawser about how their books make for great vacation reads, how they feel about that title, and more.Writer's Digest Book Club: Content Editor Michael...2022-06-211h 59
Queries, Qualms, & QuirksBook Club Fiction Jessica Strawser and Taking a PauseBook Club Fiction Jessica Strawser joins Queries, Qualms, & Quirks this week to discuss not believing in her own writing, being inspired by the authors she interviewed, realizing successful authors are regular people, the difference between knowing what a good query letter is and writing your own, the overlap in publishing schedules, worrying you've wasted so much time, advice from Debbie Macomber, and not being afraid to take a pause.
Jessica Strawser is editor-at-large for Writer's Digest, contributing editor at Career Authors, and author of five popular book club novels, including the Book of the Month selection NOT...2022-06-0235 min
Vox VomitusJessica Strawser, author of "The Next Thing You Know"Episode 91
https://jessicastrawser.com
Jessica Strawser is the editor-at-large at Writer’s Digest, where she served as editorial director for nearly a decade and became known for her in-depth cover interviews with such luminaries as David Sedaris and Alice Walker. She’s the author of the book club favorites Almost Missed You, a Barnes & Noble Best New Fiction pick; Not That I Could Tell, a Book of the Month bestseller; Forget You Know Me, awarded a starred review by Publishers Weekly, and A Million Reasons Why, called “a standout” in a star...2022-04-2944 min
Lori & Julia's Book Club4/14 LOJ Book Club: The Next Thing You Know by Jessica Strawser.Jessica Strawser joins the program to talk about her new book 'The Next Thing You Know' Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices2022-04-1511 min
Lori & Julia4/14 Thurs Hr 1: Story we can't get enough of - Patrick Swayze
How bad did Lori Bowl last Night? Tonight: ‘Superstar: Patrick Swayze’ ABC Special. Emotional new interviews and deeply personal video reveals a side of Patrick Swayze you haven’t seen. Watch the new event special tonight at 10/9c on @ABC or Stream on Hulu. LOJ Book Club: The Next Thing You Know by Jessica Strawser. Prince Harry and Meghan Markle secretly visit Queen and Charles in Windsor. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2022-04-1538 min
Stories to Love38. End-of-life doulas and stories with legs with author and editor-at-large Jessica StrawserWelcome to Episode 28 of the Stories to Love Podcast! Here with me today is Jessica Strawser.Jessica Strawser is editor-at-large at Writer’s Digest, where she was editorial director for nearly a decade. She is author of the book club favorites Almost Missed You; Not That I Could Tell (a Book of the Month bestseller); Forget You Know Me; and A Million Reasons Why, named to Most Anticipated lists from Goodreads, E! News & SheReads ahead of its March 2021 release—and now new in paperback! Her fifth novel, The Next Thing You Know, is coming from St...2022-03-2346 min
Download Incredible Full Audiobooks in Fiction, Contemporary WomenThe Next Thing You Know: A Novel by Jessica StrawserPlease visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/517950 to listen full audiobooks. Title: The Next Thing You Know: A Novel Author: Jessica Strawser Narrator: Christa Lewis Format: Unabridged Audiobook Length: 12 hours 0 minutes Release date: March 22, 2022 Ratings: Ratings of Book: 4 of Total 3 Genres: Contemporary Women Publisher's Summary: A musician facing the untimely end of his career. An end-of-life doula with everything, and nothing, to lose. A Star Is Born meets Me Before You in this powerful novel by the author of A Million Reasons Why. 'Unflinching and unforgettable, this one will crack your heart open and slowly stitch it back together.” —Christina McDo...2022-03-2205 min
Friends & FictionFriends & Fiction with John Serles, plus Jessica Strawser on the after showMeet NYT bestselling and award-winning author of four novels, John Searles. He tells us all about his brand-new genre-bending thriller HER LAST AFFAIR, what inspired its setting at an old drive-in movie theater, and how writing it during a particularly dark time helped carry him through. John regales us with hilarious and heartwarming stories of his years as Books Editor at Cosmopolitan, penning some of those saucy headlines, his many celeb encounters, and his Instagram famous dog. On the after show we are joined by Wrriter's Digest Editor-at-Large and author of five book-club-favorite novels, Jessica Strawser, so we can...2022-03-171h 11
Book BistroThe March ExtravaganzaMarch is just around the corner, so the women of Book Bistro are here to share some of the upcoming releases they’re most excited to read. Titles mentioned include:
Sabaa Tahir, All My Rage
Simone St. James, The Book of Cold Cases
Ilsa Madden-Mills, Beauty and the Baller
Greer Hendricks and Sarah Pekkanen, The Golden Couple
Jesse Q. Sutanto, Four Aunties and a Wedding (Aunties #2)
Anne Bishop, Crow Bones (World of the Others #3)
Lisa Scottoline, What Happened To the Bennetts
Jessica Strawser, Th...2022-02-251h 16BOOKSTORMJessica Strawser (A Million Reasons Why) On The Radar!E4: Best-selling author Jessica Strawser braves the storm to talk about A Million Reasons Why , her latest novel! We discuss shocking family secrets (especially the ones revealed after a DNA test), chronic illness, living organ donation, the complexities of a parent-adult child relationship, boundaries with toxic people, mental health, and the realization that nobody's life is as perfect as it seems.You can find more of your favorite bestselling authors at BOOKSTORM Podcast! We're also on Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, and YouTube!2022-02-2437 min
Counterbalance Conversations with Dr. Melissa L. StrawserSetting the Team Up for SuccessYou and your team need to know where you’re going in order to move together as a unit towards a common goal. Melissa and Jessica will discuss creating the proper structure and environment that supports your company’s goals. Managing a team while things are ever changing, cultivating self accountability, saving time and money, and avoiding unnecessary headaches in the process.2021-09-2800 min
The Story BlenderJessica StrawserJessica Strawser is editor-at-large for Writer’s Digest, where during her decade as editorial director she became known for in-depth interviews with such talents as David Sedaris and Alice Walker. She is the author of the book club favorites Almost Missed You, Not That I Could Tell - a Book of the Month bestseller - Forget You Know Me, and A Million Reasons Why, which was named to Most Anticipated lists from Goodreads, SheReads, Frolic, and E! News ahead of its March 2021 release. In addition to her novels, she has written for The New York Times, Modern Love, and Publishers Weekl...2021-09-2549 min
The Island Library PodcastA Million Reasons WhyIn this book club episode, we discuss A Million Reasons Why by Jessica Strawser. When a simple DNA test is taken, it blows up the life for one woman and gives hope to another. Caroline lives a full, happy life; Sela lives a life in shades of grey. But, both have just discovered they're sisters. As always, will this book make it onto the shelf? Or will it split the sand for these two hosts?- - - - - - - - -Have you read this book, get in touch to let...2021-07-2850 min
The Best of Women's FictionJessica Strawser, author of A Million Reasons WhyJessica Strawser talks about her latest release, A Million Reasons Why, which was named a most anticipated book by Goodreads, SheReads. E! News. and Frolic as well as being chosen for Booktrib's 10 Books by Women to Read this Spring.
Find A Million Reasons Why on bookshop.org as well as the top novel she recommends; The Invisible Husband of Frick Island by Colleen Oakley.
Connect with Jessica and learn more about her books at www.jessicastrawser.com or on Instagram @jessicastrawserauthor.
All the deets on Lainey's special offers for Women's Fiction Day, coming...2021-06-0417 min
I Know How This Book EndsJessica Strawser - Author of A MILLION REASONS WHYIn this episode, we discuss Jessica Strawser’s most recent novel - a story that Jodi Picoult calls “a fascinating foray into the questions we are most afraid to ask.”We talk about the unusual love story at the crux of this story, and the complicated characters that surprise and anger and intrigue us.We talk about how this book ends (spoiler-free!) and why (surprise!) that wasn’t the way it originally ended!2021-05-0531 min
The Best of Women's FictionAlison Hammer, author of Little Pieces of Me, and You and Me and Us.Alison Hammer has been called "a great new voice in women’s fiction" by the esteemed Kristin Harmel. This interview celebrates the release of Alison's sophomore novel, Little Pieces of Me, which was named one of the top April books by E! News, and received a Library Journal starred review.
We chat about Alison's unique writing process, her craft advice, and she has three recommended reads.
Find Little Pieces of Me and You and Me and Us on bookshop.org, along with the three novels Alison recommends; A Million Reasons Why by Jessica Strawser, Are We...2021-04-1618 min
Friends & FictionS1E8: Kristy Woodson Harvey and Patti Callahan Henry, with Jessica StrawserKristy Woodson Harvey and Patti Callahan Henry talk to Jessica Strawser about her latest novel, A Million Reasons Why.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2021-04-0230 min
Grab A Full Audiobook That Is Simply Captivating.A Million Reasons Why: A Novel by Jessica StrawserPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/433379to listen full audiobooks.
Title: A Million Reasons Why: A Novel
Author: Jessica Strawser
Narrator: Natalie Naudus, Cassandra Campbell
Format: Unabridged Audiobook
Length: 11 hours 23 minutes
Release date: March 23, 2021
Ratings: Ratings of Book: 4.33 of Total 3
Ratings of Narrator: 5 of Total 1
Genres: Drama
Publisher's Summary:
A SheReads Most Anticipated Novel of 2021 Jessica Strawser's A Million Reasons Why is 'a fascinating foray into the questions we are most afraid to ask' (Jodi Picoult, #1 New York Times bestselling author)--the story of two women who discover a bond between them that will change both their lives forever. When...2021-03-2311h 23Ignite An Game-Changing Full Audiobook And Elevate Your Mindset.A Million Reasons Why: A Novel by Jessica StrawserPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/433379to listen full audiobooks.
Title: A Million Reasons Why: A Novel
Author: Jessica Strawser
Narrator: Natalie Naudus, Cassandra Campbell
Format: Unabridged Audiobook
Length: 11 hours 23 minutes
Release date: March 23, 2021
Ratings: Ratings of Book: 4.33 of Total 3
Ratings of Narrator: 5 of Total 1
Genres: Contemporary Women
Publisher's Summary:
A SheReads Most Anticipated Novel of 2021 Jessica Strawser's A Million Reasons Why is 'a fascinating foray into the questions we are most afraid to ask' (Jodi Picoult, #1 New York Times bestselling author)--the story of two women who discover a bond between them that will change both their lives forever...2021-03-2311h 23
Access Top-Rated Full Audiobooks in Fiction, DramaA Million Reasons Why: A Novel by Jessica StrawserPlease visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/433379 to listen full audiobooks. Title: A Million Reasons Why: A Novel Author: Jessica Strawser Narrator: Natalie Naudus, Cassandra Campbell Format: Unabridged Audiobook Length: 11 hours 23 minutes Release date: March 23, 2021 Ratings: Ratings of Book: 4.33 of Total 3 Ratings of Narrator: 5 of Total 1 Genres: Drama Publisher's Summary: A SheReads Most Anticipated Novel of 2021 Jessica Strawser's A Million Reasons Why is 'a fascinating foray into the questions we are most afraid to ask' (Jodi Picoult, #1 New York Times bestselling author)--the story of two women who discover a bond between them that will change both their lives forever...2021-03-2305 minDownload Best Full Audiobooks in Fiction, Contemporary WomenA Million Reasons Why: A Novel by Jessica StrawserPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/433379to listen full audiobooks.
Title: A Million Reasons Why: A Novel
Author: Jessica Strawser
Narrator: Natalie Naudus, Cassandra Campbell
Format: Unabridged Audiobook
Length: 11 hours 23 minutes
Release date: March 23, 2021
Ratings: Ratings of Book: 4.33 of Total 3
Ratings of Narrator: 5 of Total 1
Genres: Contemporary Women
Publisher's Summary:
A SheReads Most Anticipated Novel of 2021 Jessica Strawser's A Million Reasons Why is 'a fascinating foray into the questions we are most afraid to ask' (Jodi Picoult, #1 New York Times bestselling author)--the story of two women who discover a bond between them that will change both their lives forever...2021-03-2311h 23
Download Best Full Audiobooks in Fiction, Contemporary WomenA Million Reasons Why: A Novel by Jessica StrawserPlease visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/433379 to listen full audiobooks. Title: A Million Reasons Why: A Novel Author: Jessica Strawser Narrator: Natalie Naudus, Cassandra Campbell Format: Unabridged Audiobook Length: 11 hours 23 minutes Release date: March 23, 2021 Ratings: Ratings of Book: 4.33 of Total 3 Ratings of Narrator: 5 of Total 1 Genres: Contemporary Women Publisher's Summary: A SheReads Most Anticipated Novel of 2021 Jessica Strawser's A Million Reasons Why is 'a fascinating foray into the questions we are most afraid to ask' (Jodi Picoult, #1 New York Times bestselling author)--the story of two women who discover a bond between them that will change both their lives...2021-03-2305 min
Book It!The DNA of Secrets: A Conversation with Jessica StrawserIn Jessica Strawser's fourth book A Million Reasons Why, out March 23, secrets have a DNA all their own. In this interview, Michael and Jill chat with Jessica about the ways we define family, and how we put back the pieces of our lives after truths are told. A Million Reasons Why is already one of B**K It's favorite books of 2021. You won't want to miss it!
Also featuring by Jessica Strawser:
Almost Missed
Not That I Could Tell
Forget You Know Me
This episode is sponsored by Downbound Books.2021-03-1755 minBook BistroIt's All About the WomenThis week, Shannon, Stacy, Brooke, and Natalia are talking about some of their very favorite women's fiction titles. Books mentioned in this episode include:
Jessica Strawser, A Million Reasons Why
Lori Nelson Spielman, The Star-Crossed Sisters of Tuscany
J. Ryan Stradal, The Lager Queen of Minnesota
Kelly Harms, The Good Luck Girls of Shipwreck Lane
Gail Honeyman, Eleanor Oliphant Is Completely Fine
Darynda Jones, Betwixt (Betwixt & Between #1)
Camilla Bruce, In the Garden of Spite
Kate Stayman-London, One To Watch
Karma Brown...2021-03-121h 00Book It!The TBR PileIn this episode, Michael and Jill chat all about to-be-read piles, more commonly known as TBR piles! How many books are in your TBR pile? How do you decide what's in your TBR pile? And does your TBR pile ever change? All of this and more is discussed, featuring Jill having an anxiety attack over Michael's reading habits and Michael being in shock about Jill's lack of unread books in her entire house!
Featuring:
Queenie by Candice Carty-Williams
A Promised Land by Barack Obama
Friends and Strangers by J. Courtney Sullivan
A Million Reasons...2021-03-0349 minBook It!The Year Ahead: Our Most Anticipated 2021 ReadsWe're back! In the season premiere of season two, Jill and Michael talk about their end-of-2020 reading habits, what they hope to read in 2021, and what they are definitely going to leave behind!
Featuring:
Caul Baby by Morgan Jerkins, 4/6/21
Infinite Country by Patricia Engel, 3/2/21
Concrete Rose by Angie Thomas, out now
A Million Reasons Why by Jessica Strawser, 3/23/21
Revival Season by Monica West, 6/15/21
The Personal Librarian by Marie Benedict, 6/2021
The Kindest Lie by Nancy Johnson, 2/2/21
Shop our Bookshop page for any and all of these titles! Follow us on...2021-01-2055 min
writing class radioAn Insider Conversation with a Literary AgentToday on our show, we share a New York Times Modern Love essay we love by Jessica Strawser, editor-at-large at Writer’s Digest. Her essay caught the attention of literary agent Barbara Poelle, an agent with the Irene Goodman Literary Agency and the author of Funny You Should Ask: Mostly Serious Answers to Mostly Serious Questions About the Publishing Industry. Her book is based on her Writer's Digest column of the same name. On today’s show, we share our conversation with Barbara about how to get an agent.We asked Barbara all kinds of questions: Is now...2020-05-0637 min
Inside the Writer's HeadSeason 4, Episode 10: Dani McClainIn this episode of Inside the Writer's Head, Jessica Strawser introduces us to her successor here at the Public Library of Cincinnati and Hamilton County, 2020 Writer-in-Residence Dani McClain.
Known for her in-depth reporting on race and reproductive health, Dani McClain is a contributing writer at The Nation and a fellow with Type Media Center (formerly the Nation Institute). Her writing has appeared in Time, Slate, Talking Points Memo, Colorlines, EBONY.com, The Rumpus, and other prestigious outlets. Her work has received a James Aronson Award for Social Justice Journalism, as well as recognition by the National Lesbian and Gay Journalists...2019-11-2643 minInside the Writer's HeadSeason 4, Episode 10: Dani McClainIn this episode of Inside the Writer's Head, Jessica Strawser introduces us to her successor here at the Public Library of Cincinnati and Hamilton County, 2020 Writer-in-Residence Dani McClain.
Known for her in-depth reporting on race and reproductive health, Dani McClain is a contributing writer at The Nation and a fellow with Type Media Center (formerly the Nation Institute). Her writing has appeared in Time, Slate, Talking Points Memo, Colorlines, EBONY.com, The Rumpus, and other prestigious outlets. Her work has received a James Aronson Award for Social Justice Journalism, as well as recognition by the National Lesbian and Gay Journalists...2019-11-2643 min
Inside the Writer's HeadSeason 4, Episode 9: Gabe KeaComedian Gabe Kea's unbridled enthusiasm for entertaining audiences is what truly sets him apart. With a personality as big as his 6'5" frame, Gabe melds well-crafted, storytelling-based jokes with his comedic physicality to create an unforgettable show.
Gabe started performing in St. Louis after spending most of his youth living in both the United States and Canada. He eventually relocated to southwestern Ohio, where he won the "Funniest Person in Cincinnati" contest. He has made several appearances on the nationally syndicated Bob & Tom Show, has opened for Joel McHale at Gilda's Laugh Fest, and is a regular here in town...2019-10-2247 minInside the Writer's HeadSeason 4, Episode 9: Gabe KeaComedian Gabe Kea's unbridled enthusiasm for entertaining audiences is what truly sets him apart. With a personality as big as his 6'5" frame, Gabe melds well-crafted, storytelling-based jokes with his comedic physicality to create an unforgettable show.
Gabe started performing in St. Louis after spending most of his youth living in both the United States and Canada. He eventually relocated to southwestern Ohio, where he won the "Funniest Person in Cincinnati" contest. He has made several appearances on the nationally syndicated Bob & Tom Show, has opened for Joel McHale at Gilda's Laugh Fest, and is a regular here in town...2019-10-2247 min
Inside the Writer's HeadSeason 4, Episode 8: James PattersonA few weeks ago, our Writer-in-Residence Jessica Strawser had the honor of joining the world’s #1 bestselling author James Patterson onstage, in front of a packed audience of readers of all ages, at the Cincinnati School for Creative and Performing Arts. No ticket? No problem! We’re pleased to bring you the live theater recording of their conversation as this month’s very special episode of Inside the Writer’s Head!
Listen as they discuss Patterson’s three newest releases—the adult thriller Killer Instinct (coauthored with Howard Roughan), the middle-grade adventure novel Max Einstein: Rebels With a Cause (coauthored with Chris G...2019-09-2450 minInside the Writer's HeadSeason 4, Episode 8: James PattersonA few weeks ago, our Writer-in-Residence Jessica Strawser had the honor of joining the world’s #1 bestselling author James Patterson onstage, in front of a packed audience of readers of all ages, at the Cincinnati School for Creative and Performing Arts. No ticket? No problem! We’re pleased to bring you the live theater recording of their conversation as this month’s very special episode of Inside the Writer’s Head!
Listen as they discuss Patterson’s three newest releases—the adult thriller Killer Instinct (coauthored with Howard Roughan), the middle-grade adventure novel Max Einstein: Rebels With a Cause (coauthored with Chris G...2019-09-2450 min
Inside the Writer's HeadSeason 4, Episode 7: D.M. PulleyIn this episode of “Inside the Writer’s Head,” our Writer-in-Residence Jessica Strawser chats with D.M. Pulley about her experiences behind the scenes in Amazon Publishing, the historical real-life inspiration behind her suspenseful new release, and more.
D.M. Pulley lives just outside of Cleveland with her family. Before becoming a full-time writer, she worked as a professional engineer, rehabbing historic structures and conducting forensic investigations of building failures. It was a structural survey of a vacant building in Cleveland that inspired her debut novel, The Dead Key, which was the grand-prize winner of the 2014 Amazon Breakthrough Novel Award. The book...2019-08-2044 minInside the Writer's HeadSeason 4, Episode 7: D.M. PulleyIn this episode of “Inside the Writer’s Head,” our Writer-in-Residence Jessica Strawser chats with D.M. Pulley about her experiences behind the scenes in Amazon Publishing, the historical real-life inspiration behind her suspenseful new release, and more.
D.M. Pulley lives just outside of Cleveland with her family. Before becoming a full-time writer, she worked as a professional engineer, rehabbing historic structures and conducting forensic investigations of building failures. It was a structural survey of a vacant building in Cleveland that inspired her debut novel, The Dead Key, which was the grand-prize winner of the 2014 Amazon Breakthrough Novel Award. The book...2019-08-2044 min
Inside the Writer's HeadSeason 4, Episode 5: David BellDavid Bell (davidbellnovels.com) is the USA Today-bestselling author of eight suspense novels from Berkley/Penguin, including 'Somebody's Daughter', 'Bring Her Home', 'Since She Went Away', 'Somebody I Used to Know', 'The Forgotten Girl', 'Never Come Back', 'The Hiding Place', and 'Cemetary Girl'. His new psychological thriller, 'Layover', is due out July 2, and you can see him discuss the novel in person at Joseph-Beth Booksellers on Monday, July 8.
He is an associate professor of English at Western Kentucky University where he directs the MFA program in creative writing. A native of Cincinnati, Ohio, he spends his free time rooting for...2019-06-2537 minInside the Writer's HeadSeason 4, Episode 5: David BellDavid Bell (davidbellnovels.com) is the USA Today-bestselling author of eight suspense novels from Berkley/Penguin, including 'Somebody's Daughter', 'Bring Her Home', 'Since She Went Away', 'Somebody I Used to Know', 'The Forgotten Girl', 'Never Come Back', 'The Hiding Place', and 'Cemetary Girl'. His new psychological thriller, 'Layover', is due out July 2, and you can see him discuss the novel in person at Joseph-Beth Booksellers on Monday, July 8.
He is an associate professor of English at Western Kentucky University where he directs the MFA program in creative writing. A native of Cincinnati, Ohio, he spends his free time rooting for...2019-06-2537 min"Now, Appalachia""Now, Appalachia" interview with editoral director of Writer's Digest magazine Jessica StrawserAuthors on the Air Global Radio Network host and thriller author Eliot Parker interviews Jessica Strawser. Jessica is the editorial director of Writer’s Digest magazine and the author of Almost Missed You and Not That I Could Tell. She has written for The New York Times Modern Love, Publishers Weekly and other fine venues, and lives with her husband and two children in Cincinnati. 2019-06-0633 min
Inside the Writer's HeadSeason 4, Episode 1: Jess MontgomeryOur new Writer-in-Residence is local author Jessica Strawser and her first guest on the Inside the Writer's Head podcast is Jess Montgomery Montgomery is the author of THE WIDOWS (Minotaur Books), a new historical mystery set in the 1920s, in which two women work together to solve a tragic murder and save their community. On the podcast, they discuss writing, storytelling, and writing history specifically. Loosely inspired by the true story of Ohio's first female sheriff in 1925, Montgomery's novel is set in Southeast Ohio's Appalachian foothills and depicts coal mining, Prohibition, workers' rights, women's rights, and other issues that still...2019-02-1730 minInside the Writer's HeadSeason 4, Episode 1: Jess MontgomeryOur new Writer-in-Residence is local author Jessica Strawser and her first guest on the Inside the Writer's Head podcast is Jess Montgomery Montgomery is the author of THE WIDOWS (Minotaur Books), a new historical mystery set in the 1920s, in which two women work together to solve a tragic murder and save their community. On the podcast, they discuss writing, storytelling, and writing history specifically. Loosely inspired by the true story of Ohio's first female sheriff in 1925, Montgomery's novel is set in Southeast Ohio's Appalachian foothills and depicts coal mining, Prohibition, workers' rights, women's rights, and other issues that still...2019-02-1730 min
Public Display of ImaginationJESSICA STRAWSER - PDI-2019 Adventure #06She’s a Pittsburgh native and graduate of Ohio University’s E.W. Scripps, School of Journalism. She served as Editor-at-Large for Writer’s Digest magazine for nearly a decade. In 2017, her debut novel, Almost Missed You, was a Barnes & Noble Best New Fiction Selection and a PopSugar Best Spring Read. She followed that up with another Book of the Month Club selection in the spring of 2018 entitled, Not That I Could Tell.The spring of 2019 is busy greeting the world with fresh new blooms of every color, which means it’s time for another hot new release from tod...2019-02-1553 minPublic Display of ImaginationJESSICA STRAWSER - PDI-2019 Adventure #06She’s a Pittsburgh native and graduate of Ohio University’s E.W. Scripps, School of Journalism. She served as Editor-at-Large for Writer’s Digest magazine for nearly a decade. In 2017, her debut novel, Almost Missed You, was a Barnes & Noble Best New Fiction Selection and a PopSugar Best Spring Read. She followed that up with another Book of the Month Club selection in the spring of 2018 entitled, Not That I Could Tell.The spring of 2019 is busy greeting the world with fresh new blooms of every color, which means it’s time for another hot new release from tod...2019-02-1553 min
Indulge In This Award-Winning Full Audiobook — Perfect On Your Commute.Forget You Know Me: A Novel by Jessica StrawserPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/345608to listen full audiobooks.
Title: Forget You Know Me: A Novel
Author: Jessica Strawser
Narrator: Gabra Zackman
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Length: 10 hours 38 minutes
Release date: February 5, 2019
Ratings: Ratings of Book: 3 of Total 2
Genres: Contemporary Women
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The next “masterful” (Publishers Weekly) novel from 'the gifted Jessica Strawser' (Adriana Trigiani), hailed as “immensely satisfying” (Kathleen Barber) and “that book you can’t put down” (Sally Hepworth). A video call between friends captures a shocking incident no one was supposed to see. The secrets it exposes threaten to change their lives forever. Molly and Liza have always be...2019-02-0510h 38
Your Library on the Go With Free AudiobookForget You Know Me: A Novel Audiobook by Jessica StrawserListen to this audiobook in full for free onhttps://hotaudiobook.com/freeID: 345608
Title: Forget You Know Me: A Novel
Author: Jessica Strawser
Narrator: Gabra Zackman
Format: Unabridged
Length: 10:38:00
Language: English
Release date: 02-05-19
Publisher: Macmillan Audio
Genres: Fiction & Literature, Mystery, Thriller & Horror, Suspense, Contemporary Women
Summary:
The next masterful (Publishers Weekly) novel from 'the gifted Jessica Strawser' (Adriana Trigiani), hailed as immensely satisfying (Kathleen Barber) and that book you cant put down (Sally Hepworth). A video call between friends captures a shocking incident no one was supposed to see.
The secrets it exposes threaten to change their lives forever.
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Title: Forget You Know Me: A Novel
Author: Jessica Strawser
Narrator: Gabra Zackman
Format: Unabridged Audiobook
Length: 10 hours 38 minutes
Release date: February 5, 2019
Ratings: Ratings of Book: 3 of Total 2
Genres: Suspense
Publisher's Summary:
The next “masterful” (Publishers Weekly) novel from 'the gifted Jessica Strawser' (Adriana Trigiani), hailed as “immensely satisfying” (Kathleen Barber) and “that book you can’t put down” (Sally Hepworth). A video call between friends captures a shocking incident no one was supposed to see. The secrets it exposes threaten to change their lives forever. Molly and Liza have always been en...2019-02-0510h 38
Access Top-Rated Full Audiobooks in Mystery, Thriller & Horror, SuspenseForget You Know Me: A Novel by Jessica StrawserPlease visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/345608 to listen full audiobooks. Title: Forget You Know Me: A Novel Author: Jessica Strawser Narrator: Gabra Zackman Format: Unabridged Audiobook Length: 10 hours 38 minutes Release date: February 5, 2019 Ratings: Ratings of Book: 3 of Total 2 Genres: Suspense Publisher's Summary: The next “masterful” (Publishers Weekly) novel from 'the gifted Jessica Strawser' (Adriana Trigiani), hailed as “immensely satisfying” (Kathleen Barber) and “that book you can’t put down” (Sally Hepworth). A video call between friends captures a shocking incident no one was supposed to see. The secrets it exposes threaten to change their lives forever. Molly and Liza have always be...2019-02-0505 min
Download Best Full-Length Audiobooks in Fiction, Contemporary WomenForget You Know Me: A Novel by Jessica StrawserPlease visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/345608 to listen full audiobooks. Title: Forget You Know Me: A Novel Author: Jessica Strawser Narrator: Gabra Zackman Format: Unabridged Audiobook Length: 10 hours 38 minutes Release date: February 5, 2019 Ratings: Ratings of Book: 3 of Total 2 Genres: Contemporary Women Publisher's Summary: The next “masterful” (Publishers Weekly) novel from 'the gifted Jessica Strawser' (Adriana Trigiani), hailed as “immensely satisfying” (Kathleen Barber) and “that book you can’t put down” (Sally Hepworth). A video call between friends captures a shocking incident no one was supposed to see. The secrets it exposes threaten to change their lives forever. Molly and Liza have alwa...2019-02-0505 minDownload Best Full-Length Audiobooks in Fiction, Contemporary WomenForget You Know Me: A Novel by Jessica StrawserPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/345608to listen full audiobooks.
Title: Forget You Know Me: A Novel
Author: Jessica Strawser
Narrator: Gabra Zackman
Format: Unabridged Audiobook
Length: 10 hours 38 minutes
Release date: February 5, 2019
Ratings: Ratings of Book: 3 of Total 2
Genres: Contemporary Women
Publisher's Summary:
The next “masterful” (Publishers Weekly) novel from 'the gifted Jessica Strawser' (Adriana Trigiani), hailed as “immensely satisfying” (Kathleen Barber) and “that book you can’t put down” (Sally Hepworth). A video call between friends captures a shocking incident no one was supposed to see. The secrets it exposes threaten to change their lives forever. Molly and Liza have always be...2019-02-0510h 38Book BistroWomen's FictionIn this episode, Stacy, Shannon and Natalia discuss women's fiction.
Books in this episode are:
Sarah Morgan, How to Keep A Secret
Jessica Strawser, Forget You Know Me
Emily Giffin, Heart of the Matter
Kristin Harmel, The Life Intended
Cassandra King, The Sunday Wife
Kristan Higgins, Too Good to Be True
Emilie Richards, The Swallow's Nest
Jennifer Weiner, All Fall Down
Molly Harper, And One Last Thing
Cathy Lamb, No Place I'd Rather Be
Joshilyn...2019-02-011h 02
Inside the Writer's HeadSeason 3, Episode 12: Jessica StrawserIn the final episode of Season 3 of Inside the Writer's Head with Writer-in-Residence Emma Carlson Berne, we hear from our 2019 Writer-in-Residence Jessica Strawser. Strawser is editor-at-large for Writer's Digest and an author of several novels set in nearby towns, including "Almost Missed You" and "Not That I Could Tell." In this episode, Emma and Jessica discuss how to stay committed as a writer even when you have a full-time job and a family. They also answer questions from participants in Emma's last writer's workshop and talk about Jessica's plans as the new Writer-In-Residence. Tune in!2019-01-2829 minInside the Writer's HeadSeason 3, Episode 12: Jessica StrawserIn the final episode of Season 3 of Inside the Writer's Head with Writer-in-Residence Emma Carlson Berne, we hear from our 2019 Writer-in-Residence Jessica Strawser. Strawser is editor-at-large for Writer's Digest and an author of several novels set in nearby towns, including "Almost Missed You" and "Not That I Could Tell." In this episode, Emma and Jessica discuss how to stay committed as a writer even when you have a full-time job and a family. They also answer questions from participants in Emma's last writer's workshop and talk about Jessica's plans as the new Writer-In-Residence. Tune in!2019-01-2829 min
Ink in Your VeinsEp. 105: Jessica StrawserJessica Strawser is editor-at-large at Writer’s Digest, where she was editorial director for nearly a decade. She’s the author of the book club favorites Almost Missed You and Not That I Could Tell, a Book of the Month selection and Barnes & Noble Best New Fiction pick for March 2018 (both St. Martin’s Press). Her third novel, Forget You Know Me, is forthcoming in February 2019. She has written for The New York Times Modern Love, Publishers Weekly and others, and is a popular conference speaker. She lives with her husband and two children in Cincinnati, and loves connecting with w...2018-10-1240 min
Book Cougars Podcast: Two Middle-Aged Women on the Hunt for a Good ReadOur Mystery Man Returns!Episode Forty Nine Show Notes
Our Mystery Man – John Valeri
http://www.johnbvaleri.com/
Twitter: @OyeJohn52
– Books That Are Out Now –
The Woman in the Window – AJ Finn
The Chalk Man – C.J. Tudor
The Wife Between Us – Greer Hendricks and Sarah Pekkanen
The Wife – Alafair Burke
Into the Black Nowhere – Meg Gardiner
Look for Me – Lisa Gardner
You Will Be Mine – Natasha Preston
Mister Tender’s Girl – Carter Wilson
Vanished – Karen E. Olson
The Bishop’s Pawn – Steve Berry
Not That I Could Tell – Jessica Strawser
A Date with Murder (Murder She Wrote #47) – Jessica Fletcher, Donald Bain, Jon Land
The Undercover Edge: Find Your Hid...2018-05-221h 12
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Title: Not That I Could Tell: A Novel
Author: Jessica Strawser
Narrator: Erin Bennett
Format: Unabridged
Length: 11:45:00
Language: English
Release date: 03-27-18
Publisher: Macmillan Audio
Genres: Fiction & Literature, Mystery, Thriller & Horror, Suspense, Contemporary Women
Summary:
An innocent night of fun takes a shocking turn in Not That I Could Tell, the next thrilling audiobook from Jessica Strawser.
When a group of neighborhood women gathers, wine in hand, around a fire pit where their backyards meet one Saturday night, most of them are just ecstatic to have discovered...2018-03-2711h 45
Inside the Writer's HeadSeason 2, Episode 6: Jessica StrawserKurt sits down with local Cincinnati author, Jessica Strawser to talk about her latest novel "Almost Missed You," her writing process, and more.2017-08-1427 minInside the Writer's HeadSeason 2, Episode 6: Jessica StrawserKurt sits down with local Cincinnati author, Jessica Strawser to talk about her latest novel "Almost Missed You," her writing process, and more.2017-08-1427 min
The Oral History Podcast » podcastEpisode #21: Young Adult, or Literary Fiction? Who Decides?
In this episode of the Oral History Podcast, we ask why some books about teenagers are labeled “YA” but others are marketed as “literary fiction.” Tell us what you think on our Facebook page or via email (feedback AT theoralhistorypodcast DOT com).
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DIY MFA Radio140: Writing Multiple POV Suspense - Interview with Jessica StrawserHey there word nerds! Today I’m absolutely thrilled to introduce you to Jessica Strawser, the editorial director of Writer’s Digest magazine, and author of the stunning debut novel Almost Missed You. As editor of Writer’s Digest magazine, she has interviewed luminaries like David Sedaris and Alice Walker and her debut novel—released yesterday from St. Martin’s Press—has already garnered early accolades from a humbling list of bestselling authors like, Garth Stein, Adriana Trigiani, and Jacquelyn Mitchard. Her second novel is slated for release in Spring 2018. In this episode Jessica and I discuss:2017-03-2947 min
How to Grab Free Audiobook in Fiction, ContemporaryAlmost Missed You by Jessica Strawser | Free AudiobookListen to full audiobooks for free on :https://hotaudiobook.com/freeTitle: Almost Missed You
Author: Jessica Strawser
Narrator: Therese Plummer
Format: Unabridged
Length: 9 hrs and 56 mins
Language: English
Release date: 03-28-17
Publisher: Macmillan Audio
Genres: Fiction, Contemporary
Summary:
Violet and Finn were "meant to be", said everyone, always. They ended up together by the hands of fate aligning things just so. Three years into their marriage, they have a wonderful little boy, and as the three of them embark on their first vacation as a family, Violet can't help thinking that she can't believe her luck. Life is good.
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Writing & Pitching Freelance Articles with Jessica StrawserJessica Strawser, editor of Writer’s Digest, and Crystal-Lee Quibell will discuss writing and pitching your freelance articles to popular publications. Jessica shares tips on how to approach an editor, what you need to know before submitting your article for review, and how to secure a long-term freelance position with them.
Jessica Strawser is the chief editor of Writer’s Digest magazine, North America’s leading publication for aspiring and working writers since 1920. Her own debut novel, ALMOST MISSED YOU, is forthcoming from St. Martin’s Press in April 2017.
Crystal-Lee Quibell is the host of Literary Speaking, a weekly podcast dedicated...2016-02-2327 min