There Will Be Books
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Episode 58 "July Book Club Nominations"
July 13, 2021 21:49 - 51 minutes - 47.4 MBWe start by talking about worm tunnels and transition into books, strange but par for the course. This episode we're nominating and selecting our July Book of the Month. We both had some classic nominations and we couldn't settle on just one book. More reading!! enjoy! Books mentioned: Shutter Island by Dennis Lehane Blood's a Rover by James Ellroy Slade House by David Mitchell The Heavenly Table by Donald Ray Pollock The Plague by Albert Camus The Confederacy of Dunces by John Kenned...
Episode 57 "July Reading Updates, TBR additions, and Book Haul"
July 06, 2021 23:07 - 1 hour - 56.6 MBWe start this week discussing the audio book format of The Iliad, translated by Stephen Mitchell and narrated by Alfred Molina. Next, we discuss book hauls and interesting available titles. Finally, we look ahead and mention some big upcoming releases in the coming months. Enjoy! Special shoutout to our local independent book stores. Old Firehouse Books Bizarre Bazaar The Eclectic Reader Books Mentioned (Partial List): The Iliad by Homer The Absolute Book by Elizabeth Knox Tecumseh ...
Episode 56 "The Invisible Life of Addie LaRue"
June 30, 2021 03:46 - 54 minutes - 50.2 MBWe read V.E. Schwab's latest novel, "The Invisible Life of Addie LaRue," and enjoyed how Schwab weaved together various genres into a compelling and propulsive story. We discuss the story, favorite characters, and debate whether we'd sell our soul to the devil. Enjoy! Contact Us: Instagram @therewillbbooks Twitter @therewillbbooks Email [email protected] Goodreads: Therewillbebooks ko-fi.com/therewillbbooks
Episode 55 "June Book Club Nominations; Plus Waffle House"
June 22, 2021 20:19 - 53 minutes - 49.2 MBWe pick our June Book Club book but most importantly we discuss how long we could hangout in a Waffle House. Enjoy! Books mentioned: Three Men in a Boat by Jerome K Jerome Jaws by Peter Benchley The Spectre of Alexander Wolf by Gaito Gazdanov Dandelion Wine by Ray Bradbury The Wicked Pavilion by Dawn Powell *extra credit selection The Talented Mr. Ripley by Patricia Highsmith *June selection Contact Us: Instagram @therewillbbooks Twitter @therewillbbooks Email [email protected]...
Episode 54 "Shakespeare in Love: Melville Edition"
June 15, 2021 20:03 - 52 minutes - 48.8 MBWe start this week with a review of Titanic, naming John Mayer's new album, and our week in reading. Then we get into Matt's brain and discuss a fun prompt*. *In the 1998 movie Shakespeare in Love, Shakespeare is portrayed in a romantic affair while writing Romeo and Juliet, so we got to thinking what other famous authors lives could be made into an entertaining movie and show the author's life influencing their work. ( Melville's life on a whaling ship sounds like a great movie!!) Enjoy! ...
Episode 53 "Seasonal Book Club Nominations"
June 08, 2021 16:47 - 56 minutes - 52.1 MBThis week we're picking our seasonal (Spring) book club. If you're unfamiliar, this is when we pick a longer book to read over the course of a few months. And for the first time we both nominate the same book. Plus, Matt shares his birthday book haul! Enjoy! Books Nominated: Lonesome Dove by Larry McMurtry The Amazing Adventures of Kavalier and Clay by Michael Chabon Drood by Dan Simmons The Pillars of the Earth by Ken Follett The Three Musketeers by Alexandre Dumas Contact Us: Inst...
Episode 52 "Dune"
June 01, 2021 22:06 - 59 minutes - 55.2 MBFor our latest seasonal book, we read the Sci-Fi classic, Dune. We have to admit there is a lot too unpack and we occasionally felt like dummies with regard to the complexities of the story. So be warned, we are NOT experts! But we enjoyed the book none the less and discuss character arcs, worms, and movie adaptations. Enjoy! Contact Us: Instagram @therewillbbooks Twitter @therewillbbooks Email [email protected] Goodreads: Therewillbebooks ko-fi.com/therewillbbooks
Episode 51 "Kitchen Confidential"
May 24, 2021 02:22 - 50 minutes - 47.1 MBWe are both huge fans of Anthony Bourdain's tv work, but neither of us had read his classic chef's tale, Kitchen Confidential. Not any more. We read Kitchen Confidential, and both loved how he described the world of a chef. Listen as we detail why Bourdain was such a great writer and storyteller. Enjoy! Contact Us: Instagram @therewillbbooks Twitter @therewillbbooks Email [email protected] Goodreads: Therewillbebooks ko-fi.com/therewillbbooks
Episode 50 "May Book Club Nominations"
May 16, 2021 18:05 - 52 minutes - 48.4 MBWe discuss and nominate books for May, before landing on an exciting choice! We also discuss the dangers of Costco and the drawing of tanks. Books Mentioned: Winter Counts by David Heska Wanbli Weiden The Art of Losing by Alice Zeniter The Invisible Life of Addie LaRue by V.E. Schwab Tyll by Daniel Kehlmann Subdivision by J. Robert Lennon Hummingbird Salamander by Jeff VanderMeer Contact Us: Instagram @therewillbbooks Twitter @therewillbbooks Email [email protected] Goodreads...
Episode 49 "Spring Semester"
May 09, 2021 22:58 - 1 hour - 59.8 MBThis week we're creating college classes! Peter starts off describing his class on the unfinished or unpublished novel. Matt then details his class on the confidence man character in fiction and in real life. Lots of interesting debate and books mentioned. Contact Us: Instagram @therewillbbooks Twitter @therewillbbooks Email [email protected] Goodreads: Therewillbebooks ko-fi.com/therewillbbooks
Episode 48 "Author Fantasy Football Draft"
April 30, 2021 13:16 - 1 hour - 56 MBThis week we're drafting authors, fantasy football style. Is Herman Melville a Quarterback or Center? Who is your Owner? What round are we taking Dan Brown? We had too much fun compiling our teams. Enjoy! Contact Us: Instagram @therewillbbooks Twitter @therewillbbooks Email [email protected] Goodreads: Therewillbebooks ko-fi.com/therewillbbooks
Episode 47 "Medley of Books and Digressions"
April 24, 2021 00:45 - 57 minutes - 53.3 MBThis week we're not focused on one particular book but rather a few books we're reading and some fun prompt questions. For example, do you ever feel a book is written just for you? Like any good book discussion we go off into all sorts of digressions. Enjoy! Books mentioned: Lots!!! Contact Us: Instagram @therewillbbooks Twitter @therewillbbooks Email [email protected] Goodreads: Therewillbebooks
Episode 46 "If On A Winter's Night A Traveler"
April 14, 2021 21:28 - 50 minutes - 47 MBThis week we're discussing the 1979 Italo Calvino novel, "If On A Winter's Night A Traveler." This classic meta fiction novel showcases many different aspects, we discuss which ones work for us and which ones did not. Enjoy! Contact Us: Instagram @therewillbbooks Twitter @therewillbbooks Email [email protected] Goodreads: Therewillbebooks ko-fi.com/therewillbbooks
Episode 45 "April Book Club Nominations"
April 08, 2021 22:00 - 51 minutes - 47.5 MBThis week we discuss some potential TBR additions and nominate and select our April Book Club book. Plus, Matt sets a goal for us to get press passes to the Baseball All-Star Game. Enjoy! Books mentioned: Children of Chicago by Cynthia Pelayo A Most Remarkable Creature by Jonathan Meiburg Sheer Misery by Mary Louise Roberts Covered with Night by Nicole Eustace Project Hail Mary by Andy Weir The Man Who Was Thursday by G.K. Chesterton Inherent Vice by Thomas Pynchon Kitchen Confident...
Episode 44 "R.J. Jacobs Author Interview"
April 02, 2021 17:16 - 41 minutes - 38.2 MBThis week we were thrilled to interview mystery author R.J. Jacobs! He was kind enough to answer our questions on a variety of writing and book subjects. Lots of interesting insight and info about writing and publishing. Enjoy! R.J. Jacobs books And Then You Were Gone (2019) Somewhere in the Dark (2020)
Episode 43 "Sherlock and Ursula K. Le Guin"
March 29, 2021 22:30 - 58 minutes - 54.4 MBThis week we're talking about three short stories. First, we delve into a brilliant story from Ursula K. Le Guin called, "The Ones Who Walk Away from Omelas." It's amazing how much Le Guin packs into such a short story. Highly recommend. Finally, we talk about two Sherlock Holmes stories, "The Final Problem" and "The Adventure of the Empty House." We discuss the character of Sherlock, why he is so loved, and adaptations. Enjoy! Contact Us: Instagram @therewillbbooks Twitter @therewillbboo...
Episode 42 "March, What Are We Reading?"
March 22, 2021 22:38 - 57 minutes - 53.5 MBThis week we discuss what we're reading on the side, and pick our March book club selection. Lots of interesting books discussed this week, from William Blake, Orson Welles, Kubrick, and Sarah Waters. Also discussed, snow robots, choking on a nickel, spandex shorts and more! Books Mentioned. My Business is to Create by Eric Wilson My Lunches with Orson edited by Peter Biskind Space Odyssey by Michael Benson Fingersmith by Sarah Waters Bomber by Len Deighton Ghostwritten by David Mitch...
Episode 41 "New Book Reviews, Fizzy Water, and Thadd"
March 15, 2021 23:32 - 59 minutes - 55.2 MBThis week we're talking about new fiction, and coming up with fun new ways to praise books. Think the Academy Awards but for books. Next we talk about what we're reading this week and finally we bring on Matt's brother, Thadd. Our first guest! Of course, we can't help ourselves and have a lengthy discussion about fizzy water and nickels. Enjoy! Contact Us: Instagram @therewillbbooks Twitter @therewillbbooks Email [email protected] Goodreads: Therewillbebooks ko-fi.com/therewillb...
Episode 40 "I,Claudius"
March 06, 2021 21:42 - 53 minutes - 49.6 MBThis week we're discussing the classic historical novel, "I, Claudius." It's a book we've both wanted to read for awhile and we found the book to be a joy to read. It's full of interesting characters and endless political maneuverings. Lot's to unpack in this classic novel about the Roman Empire. Enjoy! Contact Us: Instagram @therewillbbooks Twitter @therewillbbooks Email [email protected] Goodreads: Therewillbebooks ko-fi.com/therewillbbooks
Episode 39 "February TBR: Short Stories"
February 27, 2021 02:19 - 53 minutes - 49.3 MBWe're behind and it's the shortest month of the year, so we nominated short stories and novellas for the book of the month! Bunch of interesting nominations this month, but we settled on two Sherlock Holmes stories, "The Final Problem" and "The Adventure of the Empty House." Also, a short story from Ursula K Le Guin, "The Ones Who Walk Away From Omelas." And course we get sidetracked. Who knew the Chinese calendar has a Leap Month?! Enjoy. Works mentioned One Fat Englishman by Kingsley ...
Episode 38 "Fake Accounts"
February 19, 2021 18:13 - 54 minutes - 50.2 MBThis week we're discussing the debut novel by Lauren Oyler, Fake Accounts. Does the novel succeed? Does it entertain? We usually agree for the most part on books but this week we disagree!! So listen to Matt's positive review and Peter's negative reaction. Let us know what you thought of the book. Remember, differing opinions on books is normal! Enjoy! Contact Us: Instagram @therewillbbooks Twitter @therewillbbooks Email [email protected] Goodreads: Therewillbebooks ko-fi.com/there...
Episode 37 "The Count of Monte Cristo Part 3"
February 14, 2021 02:54 - 1 hour - 55.8 MBWe wrap up our discussion on The Count of Monte Cristo by wondering if this book influenced Sir Arthur Conan Doyle. Also, would we want to be friends with the Count? Finally, we discuss the 2002 adaptation. Bad, Guy Pearce! And of course, Matt casts a muppet version of this story. Enjoy! Contact Us: Instagram @therewillbbooks Twitter @therewillbbooks Email [email protected] Goodreads: Therewillbebooks ko-fi.com/therewillbbooks
Episode 36 "Winter Seasonal and The Liar's Dictionary"
February 08, 2021 02:09 - 53 minutes - 49.7 MBThis week Peter recommends The Liar's Dictionary, a funny, charming, and well-done debut novel by Eley Williams. Then we nominate and discuss our winter seasonal book club choices. Enjoy! Books Mentioned: The Liar’s Dictionary by Eley Williams 1Q84 by Haruki Murakami The Power Broker by Robert Caro Harlot’s Ghosts by Norman Mailer These Truths by Jill Lepore Dune by Frank Herbert *Winter Selection* U.S.A Trilogy by John Dos Passos
Episode 35 "The Count of Monte Cristo Part: 2"
January 30, 2021 23:07 - 57 minutes - 53.5 MBWe couldn't do just one episode on this amazing book, so this time we delve into the revenge aspects of the novel and how Dumas handles the fates of Valentine, Albert, and Eugenie. Look for Part 3 soon when we discuss the movie adaptation! Contacts: Instagram @therewillbbooks Twitter @therewillbbooks Email [email protected] Goodreads: Therewillbebooks ko-fi.com/therewillbbooks
Episode 34 "January Book Haul"
January 23, 2021 00:17 - 1 hour - 63.6 MBThis week we’re talking book hauls, book projects, and book exchanges! Mixed in with some humorous emails and the Beorn diet discussion. Enjoy! Books mentioned: Marrow and Bone by Walter Kempowski Fingersmith by Sarah Waters Caste by Isabel Wilkerson Madame Bovary by Gustave Flaubert Swann’s Way by Marcel Proust Within a Budding Grove by Marcel Proust Between the Woods and the Water by Patrick Leigh Fermor The Twenty Days of Turin by Giorgio De Maria Any Human Heart by William Boy...
Episode 33 "The Count of Monte Cristo Part:1"
January 17, 2021 03:56 - 1 hour - 62.6 MBThis week we're talking about the first part of our fall book club selection, The Count of Monte Cristo by Alexandre Dumas. We delve into the story and discuss major themes. We wonder why this book isn't considered literary fiction and just a revenge novel. We both really liked this book and highly recommend you read it! *Some spoilers discussed* Contact Us: Instagram @therewillbbooks Twitter @therewillbbooks Email [email protected] Goodreads: Therewillbebooks ko-fi.com/therewillbb...
Episode 32 "The Hobbit"
January 11, 2021 02:44 - 57 minutes - 53.3 MBOn this episode we talk about the J.R.R. Tolkien classic, The Hobbit. We discuss different allegorical meanings, favorite set pieces, and why the film's failed to capture the magic of the book. Also discussed, what if the Beatles had made a Lord of the Rings movie? Is Beorn's diet of bread, honey, and cream viable? Contact Us: Instagram @therewillbbooks Twitter @therewillbbooks Email [email protected] Goodreads: Therewillbebooks ko-fi.com/therewillbbooks
Episode 31 "January Book Club Nominations"
January 03, 2021 00:59 - 56 minutes - 52.5 MBThis week we start by discussing some miscellaneous book topics and our Christmas books. Lastly, we nominate and select our January book! Enjoy! Books nominated: Appointment in Samarra by John O’Hara I, Claudius by Robert Graves Jane Eyre by Charlotte Bronte Mediated: How the Media Shapes Your World and the Way You Live in It by Thomas de Zengotita Right Ho, Jeeves by P.G. Wodehouse Consider the Lobster by David Foster Wallace Contact: Instagram @therewillbbooks Twitter @therewill...
Episode 30 "A Christmas Carol"
December 25, 2020 21:13 - 45 minutes - 41.7 MBTo celebrate the holiday season, we read the classic Dickens' tale A Christmas Carol. So pour yourself your favorite seasonal beverage and enjoy as we discuss this classic Christmas story. Contact Us: Instagram @therewillbbooks Twitter @therewillbbooks Email [email protected] Goodreads: Therewillbebooks ko-fi.com/therewillbbooks
Episode 29 "Home Alone"
December 25, 2020 15:32 - 56 minutes - 52.1 MBYes, we're talking about a movie! We're in the holiday spirit, so we decide to delve into the holiday movie classics, Home Alone and Home Alone 2. Join us as we discuss the brilliance of these movies and Matt tells us if he's a Buzz. But first Matt gives Peter his book report of a romance story he read. Enjoy! Contact Us: Instagram @therewillbbooks Twitter @therewillbbooks Email [email protected] Goodreads: Therewillbebooks ko-fi.com/therewillbbooks
Episode 28 "2021 TBR and Resolutions"
December 22, 2020 22:41 - 1 hour - 61.1 MBOn this episode, we discuss our 2021 TBR, following some prompts and resolutions. We discuss a lot of books and set some lofty goals for ourselves. What book have you been meaning to read for the longest time? Why haven’t you read thus far? Are you gonna read it in 2021? Pick one genre you don’t read often and set a goal to read more books in that genre. What are some books in that genre that you want to read? You’ve read a lot of this author but you have a few more books to become a comp...
Episode 27 "Dubliners'
December 16, 2020 21:08 - 1 hour - 56 MBWe read the James Joyce classic short story collection Dubliners last month, and to our pleasant surprise we understood and enjoyed these stories! We talk about certain themes, depictions, and favorite stories during this fun hour. And we discuss if we're ready to tackle the notoriously more difficult Ulysses. Contact Us: Instagram @therewillbbooks Twitter @therewillbbooks Email [email protected] Goodreads: Therewillbebooks ko-fi.com/therewillbbooks
Episode 26 "December Book Club Nominations"
December 10, 2020 21:46 - 58 minutes - 53.9 MBThis week we nominate our December book club selections! In addition, we decided to read A Christmas Carol. Finally, we come up with a bet, involving sports, a point spread, and a romance novella. Books mentioned: Warlock by Oakley Hall The Man in the High Castle by Philip K Dick A Time For Gifts by Patrick Leigh Fermor In the Electric Mist with the Confederate Dead by James Lee Burke Lucky Jim by Kingsley Amis The Hobbit by J.R.R. Tolkien*December Selection* A Christmas Carol by Cha...
Episode 25 "Eclectic Book Haul and TBR"
December 07, 2020 19:34 - 1 hour - 58.2 MBThis week we talk about being forced to read classic literature in High School, Matt's eclectic book haul, updating our TBR, and Quentin Tarantino. Books mentioned: Marathon Man by William Goldman Anno Dracula by Kim Newman Blood Sport by Robert Jones The Rosicrucian Enlightenment by Francis Yates Shakespeare by Another Name by Mark Anderson Flashman and the Great Game by George Macdonald Fraser Trio by William Boyd Pappyland by Wright Thompson Perestroika by Jane Smiley The Last ...
Episode 24 "Piranesi"
December 02, 2020 20:37 - 1 hour - 63 MBIn this episode, we get lost in the puzzle that is Susanna Clarke's new novel Piranesi. There is lots to discuss and unpack here and just a heads up we start discussing spoilers fairly early (14:30). If you haven't read this wonderful new novel, we both recommend you do. Enjoy. Contact Us: Instagram @therewillbbooks Twitter @therewillbbooks Email [email protected] Goodreads: Therewillbebooks
Episode 23 "Confidence Men and Presidential Memoirs"
November 27, 2020 22:12 - 57 minutes - 53.4 MBThis week we talk about confidence men, Presidential memoirs, a book haul, and the true Thanksgiving. Perfect recovery entertainment for the overstuffed holiday reader. Enjoy! Books Mentioned: The King of Confidence by Miles Harvey A Promised Land by Barack Obama Shuggie Bain by Douglas Stuart The Man in the Iron Mask by Alexandre Dumas The Virginian by Owen Wister The Scottish Nation by T.M Devine Before the Revolution by Daniel K. Richter Contact Us: Instagram @therewillbbooks ...
Episode 22 "The Haunting of Hill House"
November 18, 2020 21:28 - 52 minutes - 48.2 MBThis week we delve into Shirley Jackson’s 1959 horror classic, The Haunting of Hill House. We discuss why this book works so well and ask the question: is it all in Eleanor’s mind or are there actual ghosts? Also, we discuss why the architecture of the house plays such an important role. Contact Us: Instagram @therewillbbooks Twitter @therewillbbooks Email [email protected] Goodreads Therewillbebooks
Episode 21 "It's Time to Read Joyce"
November 13, 2020 21:32 - 49 minutes - 46.2 MBWe might be slightly delayed but fear not, we are choosing our November Book Club book! As usual we get off track discussing spies, Madonna, and the Michigan left. Books Mentioned: The Tears of Autumn by Charles McCarry The Devil’s Chessboard by David Talbot The Eiger Sanction by Trevanian The Big Sleep by Raymond Chandler Death in Venice by Thomas Mann Dubliners by James Joyce *Nov Selection* Piranesi by Susanna Clarke The King of Confidence by Miles Harvey The Cold Millions by Je...
Episode 20 "Reread Old Favorites"
November 04, 2020 23:29 - 52 minutes - 48.8 MBWe’re Back! After a little break, we are back talking about books but first we catch up and discuss everything from our dogs, interesting smoothies, and mermans. Matt reads from The Dog of the South. Lastly, Peter pitches a CIA themed buddy movie. Books Mentioned The Dog of the South by Charles Portis Masters of Atlantis by Charles Portis The Haunting of Hill House by Shirley Jackson The Count of Monte Cristo by Alexandre Dumas How to connect with us: Instagram @therewillbbooks Twitt...
Episode 19 "Weekly Reads/Shoe Box Ideas"
October 21, 2020 21:44 - 1 hour - 57.5 MBThis week we discuss an element in contemporary novels that bugs Peter. Next, Matt discusses two recent reads. Finally, Matt reads from his shoe box of writings! Books Mentioned: Just Like You by Nick Hornby Scream: Chilling Adventures in the Science of Fear by Margee Kerr Desert Notebooks by Ben Ehrenreich Instagram: @therewillbbooks Email: [email protected] Goodreads: ThereWillBeBooks Twitter: @Therewillbbooks
Episode 18 "Sleepy Hollow and Coffee Table Books"
October 14, 2020 16:12 - 59 minutes - 54.9 MBThis week Matt reads Sleepy Hollow and discusses why he enjoyed the story. Next we discuss books we’re in the middle of and coffee table books. Finally, why aren’t there more castles? Books Mentioned: The Legend of Sleepy Hollow by Washington Irving Scream: Chilling Adventures in the Science of Fear by Margee Kerr Just Like You by Nick Hornby Witches by Erica Jong The Unofficial Disney Parks Cookbook by Ashley Craft Uncorked: A Corkscrew Collection by Marilynn Gelfman Karp The 99% In...
Episode 17 "Spooky October Book Club"
October 08, 2020 21:09 - 49 minutes - 46 MBThis week we make our October book club selection. Expect some spooky nominations. Also, we attempt a literature trivia quiz (thanks to Broke By Books). Books mentioned: Dracula by Bram Stoker Secret History by Donna Tartt The Haunting of Hill House by Shirley Jackson *October Selection* On Beauty by Zadie Smith 20th Century Ghosts by Joe Hill A Time to Be Born by Dawn Powell Piranesi by Susanna Clarke Check out the quiz on: https://brokebybooks.com/an-epic-list-of-50-literature-tri...
Episode 16 "American Rust: September Book Club"
October 05, 2020 14:10 - 53 minutes - 49.3 MBWe ride the rails so to speak and discuss American Rust by Philipp Meyer, our September Book Club selection. We both loved this 2009 novel and describe why. We then discuss who'd we cast in a movie remake. Instagram: @therewillbbooks Email: [email protected] Goodreads: Therewillbebooks
Episode 15 "Weekly Reads, Genius Grants, and Ideal Bookshops"
September 30, 2020 23:42 - 57 minutes - 53.3 MBThis week we have two recommends, Sisters by Daisy Johnson and Promise of Blood by Brian McClellan. We then discuss some new books we're excited about and then conclude with an off the rails conversation about our ideal book store. Topics include, genius grants, trains, bouncers, saloon doors, shot in the dark, stained glass windows, and more! Books mentioned: Sisters by Daisy Johnson Promise of Blood by Brian McClellan Desert Notebooks by Ben Ehrenreich Piranesi by Susanna Clarke Inst...
Episode 14 "Bookish Pet Peeves"
September 22, 2020 00:33 - 1 hour - 56.6 MBThis week we discuss pet peeves, bookish and otherwise. Things discussed, Paul McCartney, bathtubs, and highlighting. Finally, we discuss the books we purchased this week. Books Mentioned: The Mother Code by Carole Stivers Mrs Dalloway by Virginia Woolf To the Lighthouse by Virginia Woolf Apex Hides the Hurt by Colson Whitehead Les Miserables by Victor Hugo The Warded Man by Peter V. Brett All For Nothing by Walter Kempowski Extinction by Thomas Bernhard The Plague Dogs by Richard...
Episode 13 "Revolutions and Alexander the Great"
September 15, 2020 02:49 - 1 hour - 58.8 MBThis week we discuss our recent reads, The Last Great Road Bum and Alexander the Great: His Life and His Mysterious Death. Two books we recommended to readers. Matt goes in depth on possible alternate histories if Alexander hadn’t died so young. Peter asks which historical revolutions would you be willing to join. Finally, Matt quoted a song in this episode, and is willing to send a book to anybody who can correctly identify the song and artist! Books Discussed: The Last Great Road Bum by ...
Episode 12 "Skateboards and September Book Club Nominations"
September 08, 2020 02:33 - 55 minutes - 50.9 MBThis week we debate and pick our September Book Club selection. Hint: it sounds like a real bummer. Also, Matt pitches three mystery books to Peter. Finally, Matt reads another “real” listener email. Books Mentioned: American Rust by Philipp Meyer* (September Book Selection) Paper Lion by George Plimpton Darkmans by Nicola Baker A Perfect Spy by John Le Carre Exile’s Return by Malcolm Cowley The Good Soldier Svejk by Jaroslav Hasek The Neon Rain by James Lee Burke Sharp Objects by G...
Episode 11 "Flashman: August Book Club"
September 04, 2020 15:13 - 50 minutes - 46.7 MBThis week we discuss Flashman by George MacDonald Fraser, our August Book. An adventure historical novel on the surface but dig deeper and there is more going on. We also cast our movie version of the book. Contact us at: [email protected] Follow us on Instagram: therewillbbooks Goodreads: Therewillbebooks
Episode 10 "Auditions to be Professors"
September 01, 2020 00:37 - 55 minutes - 51.6 MBThis week we put on our professor hats and create college courses. Peter lays out why WWII provides such an interesting setting for novels. Meanwhile, Matt leads the discussion on why society is like prison. Books mentioned: Catch-22 by Joseph Heller The Caine Mutiny by Herman Wouk The Naked and The Dead by Norman Mailer The Balkan Trilogy by Olivia Manning The Night Watch by Sarah Waters All the Light We Cannot See by Anthony Doerr Suite Francaise by Irene Nemirovsky Every Man Dies...
Episode 9 "Autofiction in Kansas"
August 25, 2020 12:02 - 1 hour - 60.3 MBThis week we discuss The Topeka School by Ben Lerner. Spoiler, we both disliked the book. Matt goes in depth about his reasons and Peter gets reminded why he gave the book 2 stars. Finally, three new books that look interesting. Books mentioned The Topeka School by Ben Lerner The Last Great Road Bum by Hector Trobar Black Bottom Saints by Alice Randall Stranger in the Shogun's City: A Japanese Woman and Her World by Amy Stanley Instagram: therewillbbooks Email: [email protected] ...