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
Elizabeth Bluemle, Picture Book Author, and Owner of The Flying Pig Bookstore
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Today I'm chatting with picture book author and owner of The Flying Pig Bookstore, Elizabeth Bluemle, about writing and the magic of solo writing retreats, the diversity database she has developed, and of course, BOOKS!
Brown Girl Dreaming, Jacqueline Woodson
Their eyes Were Watching God: A Novel, Zora Neale Hurston
On Earth We’re Briefly Gorgeous: A Novel, Ocean Vuong
Friday Black, Nana Kwame Adjei-Brenyah
The House in the Cerulean Sea, TJ Klune
Convenience Store Woman, Sayaka Murata, Ginny Tapley Takemori (translator)
Sankofa: a novel, Chibundu Onuzo