The Bookshop Podcast
The Bookshop Podcast is a global literary podcast dedicated to books, authors, independent bookshops, and the world of publishing. Now in its fifth year, the show has become a trusted resource for readers, writers, and book lovers everywhere. Hosted by Mandy Jackson-Beverly, a writer, educator, and literary advocate, The Bookshop Podcast blends thoughtful conversation with a passion for books. Whether you're looking for your next great read, discovering new authors, or exploring the book industry, The Bookshop Podcast offers a welcoming space for anyone who loves books, storytelling, and literary culture. Music created by Brian Beverly.
The Bookshop Podcast
Paul Rudnick
Happy Global Gay Pride Month!
In this episode, I chat with the brilliant Paul Rudnick about his fabulous new novel Farrell Covington and the Limits of Style, writing through the emotional hard-to-write parts, honing observational skills, and the gift of working with talented editors!
Paul Rudnick is an author, playwright, and screenwriter. His plays have been produced on and off Broadway and include Jeffrey, I Hate Hamlet, Regrets Only, and The New Century. He is the author of seven books, Social Disease, I Shudder, I’ll Take It, Playing The Palace, Gorgeous, It’s All Your Fault, and his latest novel Farrell Covington and the Limits of Style. His writing has also appeared in The New Yorker, Vanity Fair, Vogue, Esquire, and more. His screenplays include Addams Family Values, Coastal Elites, In & Out, Sister Act, and the film adaptation of Jeffrey. Paul is also one of my favorite writers!
Farrell Covington and the Limits of Style, Paul Rudnick
Playing the Palace, Paul Rudnick