This Is the Author
646 episodes - English - Latest episode: 12 days ago - ★★★★★ - 20 ratingsA podcast about authors reading their audiobooks from Penguin Random House Audio.
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S6 E40: Cindy McCain, Sho Baraka, and Chris Bosh
June 01, 2021 17:54 - 16 minutes - 14.9 MBS6 E40: In this episode, meet Cindy McCain, wife of the late Senator John McCain, activist and recording artist Sho Baraka, and NBA Champion, All-Star, and Olympian Chris Bosh. Listen in as these authors talk intimately about the intersection between our gifts and life's obstacles, and the transformative experiences that can arise from being in touch with both. Plus, hear what it was like for each of them to record their audiobooks. Stronger by Cindy McCain: https://www.penguinrandomhouseau...
S6 E39: John Stange, Sarah J. Robinson, and Jon M. Sweeney
May 25, 2021 13:38 - 10 minutes - 14.5 MBS6 E39: In this episode, meet pastor John Stange, author Sarah J. Robinson, and author Jon M. Sweeney. Each of these authors have written books inspired by the relationship between faith and practice, especially during hard times. Listen in to hear their reflections on writing, and on recording their audiobooks. Dwell on These Things by John Stange: https://www.penguinrandomhouseaudio.com/book/645424/dwell-on-these-things/ I Love Jesus, But I Want to Die by Sarah J. Robinson: https://www.pe...
S6 E38: Carol Leonnig, Jessica Murnane, and Sohrab Ahmari
May 25, 2021 13:33 - 15 minutes - 20.7 MBS6 E38: In this episode, meet investigative journalist Carol Leonnig, Know Your Endo founder Jessica Murnane, and op-ed editor Sohrab Ahmari. Listen in as each of these authors examines what it means to get the story behind the story, whether that's investigating the secret service, navigating your health, or exploring how tradition can connect with the modern world. Plus, hear what they learned while recording their audiobooks. Zero Fail by Carol Leonnig: https://www.penguinrandomhouseaudi...
S6 E37: Alessandra Narváez Varela, Laura Hankin, and Ishle Yi Park
May 18, 2021 14:55 - 18 minutes - 24.7 MBS6 E37: In this episode, meet poet Alessandra Narváez Varela, performer Laura Hankin, and poet Ishle Yi Park. Listen in as these three authors describe their new novels and what inspired them - whether that be rethinking how we talk about mental health, classic love stories, or infiltrating secret clubs. Plus, hear them share what it was like to record their audiobooks. Thirty Talks Weird Love by Alessandra Narváez Varela: https://www.penguinrandomhouseaudio.com/book/690144/thirty-talks-weir...
S6 E36: Julianna Margulies, Suzanne Simard, and Ian Manuel
May 18, 2021 14:49 - 11 minutes - 15.9 MBS6 E36: In this episode, meet actress and producer Julianna Margulies, forest ecologist Suzanne Simard, and speaker Ian Manuel. Listen in as each of these authors describe what inspired them to write their books, and get their behind-the-mic, off-the-cuff impressions of what it was like to record their audiobooks. Sunshine Girl by Julianna Margulies: https://www.penguinrandomhouseaudio.com/book/572574/sunshine-girl/ Finding the Mother Tree by Suzanne Simard:https://www.penguinrandomhouseaud...
S6 E34: Gregory Curtis, Lorenzo Carcaterra, and Sarah Sentilles
May 11, 2021 11:36 - 17 minutes - 23.7 MBS6 E34: In this episode, meet authors Gregory Curtis, Lorenzo Carcaterra, and Sarah Sentilles. Each of these writers have written powerful memoirs that recount their experiences of love and loss. To hear these authors read their audiobooks is to be drawn into the intimacy of their experiences, and also struck by the universality of grief. Listen in to hear what it was like for them to write their stories and read their audiobooks. Paris Without Her by Gregory Curtis: https://www.penguinrand...
S6 E35: Ellen Marie Bennett, Greg McKeown, and Katy Milkman
May 11, 2021 11:30 - 11 minutes - 16.1 MBS6 E35: In this episode, meet Hedley & Bennett founder Ellen Marie Bennett, bestselling author Greg McKeown, and award-winning Wharton Professor Katy Milkman. If you're an overthinker, in danger of burnout at work, or in need of a change (a real one!), tune in to this episode for an instant refresh. You'll learn what inspired these authors to write their books, and how their work can in turn inspire you. Plus, behind-the-scenes insights from the audio booth. Dream First, Details Later by Ell...
S6 E33: Tyler Knott Gregson, Jeffrey Marsh, and Rodney Scott
May 04, 2021 15:21 - 14 minutes - 20.5 MBS6 E33: In this episode, meet poet and artist Tyler Knott Gregson, Internet superstar Jeffrey Marsh, and James Beard Award-winning chef Rodney Scott. Summer is about to begin, and it's time for fresh and feel-good listens. Hear poet Tyler Knott Gregson on the importance of light after a dark year, Jeffrey Marsh on his audio workbook for self-esteem, and chef and BBQ king Rodney Scott on the best BBQ tips---and most importantly, staying true to your dreams. Illumination by Tyler Knott Gregson...
S6 E32: Jennifer Barrett, Ali Kriegsman, and Steve Dalton
May 04, 2021 15:14 - 18 minutes - 25.1 MBS6 E32: In this episode, meet Acorns CEO Jennifer Barrett, Bulletin co-founder Ali Kriegsman, and career consultant Steve Dalton. Whether your goal is financial independence, closing on a job interview, or starting your own business (or empire) from scratch, you'll want to hear from these career pros-turned-authors. Plus, find out what it was like for them to get behind the mic in the audiobook studio. Think Like a Breadwinner by Jennifer Barrett: https://www.penguinrandomhouseaudio.com/book...
S6 E31: Martha Beck and Gina Hamadey
April 27, 2021 13:44 - 10 minutes - 15 MBS6 E31: In this episode, meet life coach and speaker Martha Beck and writer and editor Gina Hamadey. These two authors share a desire to help listeners discover happiness. Now, listen in as they talk about their audiobooks and their recording experience. The Way of Integrity by Martha Beck: https://www.penguinrandomhouseaudio.com/book/636189/the-way-of-integrity/ I Want to Thank You by Gina Hamadey: https://www.penguinrandomhouseaudio.com/book/634179/i-want-to-thank-you/
S6 E30: Patrick Radden Keefe, Mira Sethi, and Michelle Zauner
April 27, 2021 13:40 - 12 minutes - 17.3 MBS6 E30: In this episode, meet writer and investigative journalist Patrick Radden Keefe, actor and writer Mira Sethi, and musician Michelle Zauner. Whether it’s an explosive investigation, a lyrical collection of short stories, or a deeply personal exploration of grief, each of these authors stepped behind the mic to share their work. Hear what the experience was like for each of them. Empire of Pain by Patrick Radden Keefe: https://www.penguinrandomhouseaudio.com/book/612861/empire-of-pain/ ...
S6 E29: Quiara Alegria Hudes, Brandi Carlile, and Senator Mazie Hirono
April 20, 2021 16:07 - 13 minutes - 18.6 MBS6 E29: In this episode, meet Pulitzer Prize-winning playwright Quiara Alegria Hudes, Grammy Award-winning singer-songwriter Brandi Carlile, and the first Asian-American woman to serve in the U.S. Senate, Senator Mazie Hirono. Listen in as these authors describe how—and why—they were each inspired to share their remarkable life stories. In the Heights by Lin-Manuel Miranda, Quiara Alegría Hudes and Jeremy McCarter: https://www.penguinrandomhouseaudio.com/book/646567/in-the-heights/ Broken H...
S6 E28: Cookie Hiponia Everman, Ali Stroker, and Rachel Wenitsky
April 20, 2021 15:49 - 17 minutes - 24.7 MBS6 E28: In this episode, meet writer Cookie Hiponia Everman, actress Ali Stroker, and comedy writer and actor Rachel Wenitsky. Discover how each of these childrens' book authors uniquely experienced what it was like to bring their written words to life in the recording booth. We Belong by Cookie Hiponia Everman: https://www.penguinrandomhouseaudio.com/book/645848/we-belong/ The Chance to Fly by Ali Stroker and Stacy Davidowitz: https://www.penguinrandomhouseaudio.com/book/679041/the-chance-...
S6 E26: Mike O'Toole and Hugh Kennedy, David Thomson, and Brian Castner
April 13, 2021 14:50 - 14 minutes - 19.6 MBS6 E26: In this episode, meet co-authors Mike O'Toole and Hugh Kennedy, film critic David Thomson, and journalist Brian Castner. Whether you are a business buff looking for a jolt of inspiration, a film buff seeking behind-the-screen secrets, or a history buff questing after untold stories, you'll want to hear more about each of these author's new audiobooks. Plus, get the inside scoop on what it was like for them to record their work. The Unconventionals by Mike O'Toole and Hugh Kennedy: ht...
S6 E27: Jodi Cohen, Marc and Angel Chernoff, and Ximena Vengoechea
April 13, 2021 14:39 - 20 minutes - 27.6 MBS6 E27: In this episode, meet the founder of Vibrant Blue Oils Jodi Cohen, coauthors Marc and Angel Chernoff, and writer and tech researcher Ximena Vengoechea. Healthy bodies, healthy minds, and healthy relationships: what better way to start the spring season? Listen in as each of these authors talk about what inspired them to write their books. Plus, hear their stories from the audio recording booth. Essential Oils to Boost the Brain and Heal the Body by Jodi Cohen: https://www.penguinrand...
S6 E24: Jonathan Meiburg, Dr. Kimberly Nicholas, Dr. Sonora Jha
April 06, 2021 14:33 - 19 minutes - 26.6 MBS6 E24: In this episode, meet writer and musician Jonathan Meiburg, professor of Sustainability Science Dr. Kimberly Nicholas, and professor of Journalism Dr. Sonora Jha. Listen in as each of these authors shares the inspiration behind their books, whether that be a connection found with a remarkable bird of prey, bringing "climate change feels" into everyday conversations, or empowering feminist parents to raise feminist sons. Plus, hear what it was like for these authors to record their aud...
S6 E25: James Carroll, Grace Olmstead, and Lisa Genova
April 06, 2021 14:23 - 14 minutes - 20.1 MBS6 E25: In this episode, meet author, historian, and journalist James Carroll, journalist Grace Olmstead, and neuroscientist and author Lisa Genova. A powerful memoir by a former priest and National Book Award–winning writer. An intimate reflection on America's agricultural heartland and the consequences of "uprooting." A neuroscientist's exploration of how we remember...and why we forget. Step into the studio with each of these authors and hear what inspired them to write their books, and wh...
S6 E23: National Library Week Compilation
March 30, 2021 14:05 - 6 minutes - 8.74 MBS6 E23: In this special episode of This Is the Author, we’re celebrating National Library Week by asking authors to share some of their favorite library memories. Listen to Jen Sincero, Ethan Kross, Safia Elhillo, Misty Copeland, Ethan Hawke, Jasmine Mans, Mari Andrew, and Seth Godin express the remarkable opportunities that both libraries and librarians provide to individual development and the community as a whole.
S6 E22: Hilary Duff, Qasim Rashid, and Carrie Seim
March 30, 2021 13:55 - 18 minutes - 26 MBS6 E22: In this episode meet actress and singer Hilary Duff, human rights lawyer Qasim Rashid, and author and comedian Carrie Seim. Discover the special reason each author had for writing their stories—and why sharing them with children and families is so meaningful. Plus, hear what it was like for them to record their audiobooks. My Little Brave Girl by Hilary Duff: https://www.penguinrandomhouseaudio.com/book/646083/my-little-brave-girl/ Hannah and the Ramadan Gift by Qasim Rashid: https:...
S6 E21: Leila Cobo, Roya Hakakian, and Julie DiCaro
March 23, 2021 21:01 - 14 minutes - 13.7 MBS6 E21: In this episode, meet Billboard’s VP of Latin Music Leila Cobo, poet, journalist, and writer Roya Hakakian, and sports journalist Julie DiCaro. You’ll hear how sharing diverse perspectives and experiences can create meaningful—and needed—conversations. Plus, find out what it was like for each author to record their audiobook. Decoding "Despacito" by Leila Cobo: https://www.penguinrandomhouseaudio.com/book/624797/decoding-despacito/ A Beginner's Guide to America by Roya Hakakian: htt...
S6 E20: Nedra Glover Tawwab, Jen Hatmaker, and Ellen Petry Leanse
March 23, 2021 20:54 - 13 minutes - 12.8 MBS6 E20: In this episode, meet therapist and relationship expert Nedra Glover Tawwab, bestselling author and podcaster Jen Hatmaker, and educator and entrepreneur Ellen Petry Leanse. These women all share a similar drive—to help listeners create more happiness in their lives. Listen to them talk about writing their books and, then, recording the audiobooks. Set Boundaries, Find Peace by Nedra Glover Tawwab: https://www.penguinrandomhouseaudio.com/book/647316/set-boundaries-find-peace/ Simple...
S6 E19: Tyler Reagin, David Weitzner, and Paul Smith
March 16, 2021 13:33 - 10 minutes - 13.9 MBS6 E19: In this episode meet founder and CEO of The Life Giving Company Tyler Reagin, professor of management David Weitzner, and business storytelling coach Paul Smith. Learn how these authors realized that they wanted to share stories that could help listeners in their own work, and what the audio recording studio was like. Leading Things You Didn't Start by Tyler Reagin: https://www.penguinrandomhouseaudio.com/book/609884/leading-things-you-didnt-start/ Connected Capitalism by David Weit...
S6 E18: Meaghan B Murphy, Miguel Sancho, and Kurt Willems
March 16, 2021 13:27 - 20 minutes - 27.7 MBS6 E18: In this episode, meet magazine editor, on-air lifestyle expert, and certified trainer Meaghan B Murphy, Emmy Award-winning television producer Miguel Sancho, and pastor and blogger Kurt Willems. Discover what drove each of these authors to share their personal experiences with readers and listeners and why it was important for them to record their audiobooks. Your Fully Charged Life by Meaghan B Murphy: https://www.penguinrandomhouseaudio.com/book/624337/your-fully-charged-life/ Mor...
S6 E17: Luvvie Ajayi Jones, Priyanka Chopra-Jonas, and Derek DelGaudio
March 10, 2021 19:42 - 10 minutes - 15 MBS6 E17: In this episode, meet author, speaker, and digital strategist Luvvie Ajayi Jones, actress, singer, and film producer Priyanka Chopra-Jonas, and writer, performer, and magician Derek DelGaudio. Go behind the mic with each of these dynamic authors and discover what inspired their books, and what it was like for them to record their audiobooks. Professional Troublemaker by Luvvie Ajayi Jones: https://www.penguinrandomhouseaudio.com/book/645702/professional-troublemaker/ Unfinished by P...
S6 E16: Dr. Michele Borba, Dr. Janice Johnson Dias, and Dr. Judson Brewer
March 10, 2021 19:36 - 18 minutes - 24.8 MBS6 E16: In this episode, meet educational psychologist Dr. Michele Borba, political sociology specialist Dr. Janice Johnson Dias, and psychiatrist and neuroscientist Dr. Judson Brewer. Listen in as these authors talk about childhood development, parenting, and unwinding anxiety for all ages. Plus, hear what it was like for each of them to record their audiobooks. Thrivers by Michele Borba, Ed. D.: https://www.penguinrandomhouseaudio.com/book/616999/thrivers/ Parent Like It Matters by Janice...
S6 E15: Safia Elhillo, Anne Lamott, and Jasmine Mans
March 03, 2021 22:37 - 14 minutes - 13.6 MBS6 E15: In this episode, meet poet Safia Elhillo, New York Times bestselling author Anne Lamott, and poet and artist Jasmine Mans. Listen in as these remarkable wordsmiths talk about the creative process of both writing their books and reading their audiobooks. Plus, hear their insights into the unique intimacy of voice recording. Home Is Not a Country by Safia Elhillo: https://www.penguinrandomhouseaudio.com/book/625716/home-is-not-a-country/ Dusk, Night, Dawn by Anne Lamott: https://www.p...
S6 E14: Christy Nockels, Gayle Tzemach Lemmon, and Heather McGhee
March 03, 2021 22:28 - 17 minutes - 15.9 MBS6 E14: In this episode, meet singer-songwriter Christy Nockels, New York Times bestselling author Gayle Tzemach Lemmon, and economic and social policy expert Heather McGhee. Listen in as these authors share the on-the-ground experiences and insights that led them to write their books, and what it was like for them to record their audiobooks. The Life You Long For by Christy Nockels: https://www.penguinrandomhouseaudio.com/book/623751/the-life-you-long-for/ The Daughters of Kobani by Gayle ...
S6 E13: Sara Mednick, Tracy Clark-Flory, and Dr. Will Cole
February 25, 2021 02:39 - 13 minutes - 19 MBS6 Ep13: In this episode, meet professor and sleep researcher Dr. Sara Mednick, journalist and writer Tracy Clark-Flory, and functional-medicine practitioner Dr. Will Cole. Learn how taking the right nap at the right time can change your life, journey into the heart of desire, and discover how healthy fasting can become an intuitive pleasure (and not a dietary punishment). Plus, go behind the mic to hear what it was like for each of these authors to record their audiobooks. Take a Nap! Chang...
S6 E12: Daniel Fusco, Carole Robin and David Bradford, and Michelle Icard
February 25, 2021 02:32 - 10 minutes - 15 MBS6 E12: In this episode, meet pastor Daniel Fusco, relationship experts Carole Robin and David Bradford, and speaker and member of the TODAY Show parenting team Michelle Icard. Go behind the mic to discover what makes each of these authors tick, and the life experiences that have led them to write books on faith, parenting, and the art of building connections both personally and professionally. Crazy Happy by Daniel Fusco: https://www.penguinrandomhouseaudio.com/book/624574/crazy-happy/ Con...
S6 E11: Tessa Miller, Jason Brown, and Suleika Jaouad
February 16, 2021 18:47 - 14 minutes - 19.4 MBS6 E11: In this episode, meet science writer Tessa Miller, former NFL center Jason Brown, and Emmy Award-winning writer Suleika Jaouad. Whether it's living with chronic illness, finding a spiritual center, or navigating the rocky terrain between "sickness" and "health," each of these authors has written a memoir about moving through tough places. Go behind the mic to hear what it was like for them to read their audiobooks, and what surprised them most about the recording process. What Doesn'...
S6 E10: Adib Khorram, Tess Sharpe, and Benjamin Dreyer
February 16, 2021 18:42 - 13 minutes - 18.7 MBS6 E10: In this episode, meet Adib Khorram, Tess Sharpe, and Benjamin Dreyer. Go behind the mic to learn what it was like to record a picture book celebrating the Persian New Year, a YA thriller about a con artist's daughter, and a young readers' adaptation of a certain radical grammatical guide. There’s so much to learn and enjoy in this episode. Join us! Seven Special Somethings: A Nowruz Story by Adib Khorram: https://www.penguinrandomhouseaudio.com/book/621983/seven-special-somethings-a-...
S6 E9: Randa Jarrar, Ethan Hawke, and Catherine Cohen
February 09, 2021 15:36 - 17 minutes - 23.4 MBS6 E9: In this episode, meet writer and translator Randa Jarrar, acclaimed actor, writer, and director Ethan Hawke, and comedian and actress Catherine Cohen. Enter the studio and listen in as each of these authors—a memoirist, a novelist, and a poet—shares what it was like to record their audiobooks. Love Is an Ex-Country by Randa Jarrar: https://www.penguinrandomhouseaudio.com/book/675641/love-is-an-ex-country/ A Bright Ray of Darkness by Ethan Hawke: https://www.penguinrandomhouseaudio.co...
S6 E8: Alexi Pappas, Ethan Kross, and Kim Meeder
February 09, 2021 15:30 - 11 minutes - 16.1 MBS6 E8: In this episode, meet Olympic athlete and filmmaker Alexi Pappas, award-winning psychologist Ethan Kross, and owner of Crystal Peaks Youth Ranch, Kim Meeder. Go behind the mic with these authors to learn what inspired them to write and share their stories and ideas—and what it was like recording their audiobooks. Bravey by Alexi Pappas: https://www.penguinrandomhouseaudio.com/book/591673/bravey/ Chatter by Ethan Kross: https://www.penguinrandomhouseaudio.com/book/575664/chatter/ Hop...
S6 E7: Todd Buchholz, Laura Meier, and James Rickards
February 08, 2021 15:09 - 15 minutes - 21.3 MBS6 E7: In this episode, meet economist Todd Buchholz, estate planning attorney Laura Meier, and bestselling author James Rickards. In each of these authors’ audiobooks they share their extensive knowledge about the economy and personal finances to guide listeners through sometimes daunting and complex systems. Now, go with these authors into the studio and hear what their experiences behind the mic was like. New Ideas from Dead Economists by Todd G. Buchholz: https://www.penguinrandomhouseau...
S6 E6: Alan Christianson, Therese Huston, and Rich Diviney
February 02, 2021 14:18 - 15 minutes - 14.1 MBS6 E6: In this episode, meet naturopathic medical doctor Alan Christianson, cognitive psychologist Therese Huston, and retired Navy SEAL commander Rich Diviney. Listen in to hear how each of these authors was inspired to write their books in order to help others—and then discover what it was like for them to be in the recording booth. The Thyroid Reset Diet by Dr. Alan Christianson: https://www.penguinrandomhouseaudio.com/book/623125/the-thyroid-reset-diet/ Let's Talk by Therese Huston: h...
S6 E5: Aldo Sohm, Mashama Bailey and John O. Morisano, and Caitlin Henderson
January 26, 2021 15:34 - 14 minutes - 19.7 MBS6 Ep 5: In this episode, meet world-renowned sommelier Aldo Sohm, co-founders of the beloved restaurant The Grey, Mashama Bailey and John O. Morisano, and blogger and farmer Caitlin Henderson. Go behind the mic as each of these authors shares stories of the role that food, wine, community, and family play in each of their lives - from founding beloved restaurants to chronicling life on a farm. Wine Simple by Aldo Sohm: https://www.penguinrandomhouseaudio.com/book/602485/wine-simple/ Black,...
S6 E4: Mari Andrew, Antonio Neves, and Emily Rapp Black
January 19, 2021 15:23 - 19 minutes - 26.9 MBS6 Ep 4: In this episode, meet writer and illustrator Mari Andrew, speaker and journalist Antonio Neves, and author and professor Emily Rapp Black. Go behind the mic with these authors and hear what inspired them to write their books, and the ins and outs of what it was like for them to narrate their own work. Am I There Yet? by Mari Andrew: https://www.penguinrandomhouseaudio.com/book/557582/am-i-there-yet/ Stop Living on Autopilot by Antonio Neves: https://www.penguinrandomhouseaudio.com/...
S6 E2: Mahogany L. Browne, Andrew Peterson, and Tim Tebow
January 12, 2021 15:32 - 15 minutes - 21.3 MBS6 Ep 2: In this episode, meet writer, poet, and educator Mahogany L. Browne, musician and author Andrew Peterson, and baseball player and former quarterback, Tim Tebow. Listen in as each of these authors talks about the experience of writing and recording their latest audiobooks for young listeners. Chlorine Sky by Mahogany L. Browne: https://www.penguinrandomhouseaudio.com/book/625333/chlorine-sky/ See the Wingfeather Saga and all books by Andrew Peterson: https://www.penguinrandomhousea...
S6 E3: Gretel Ehrlich, Rabbi Steve Leder, and Toni Nieuwhof
January 12, 2021 15:19 - 16 minutes - 22.1 MBS6 Ep 3: In this episode, meet travel writer and poet Gretel Ehrlich, Rabbi Steve Leder, and author and mediator Toni Nieuwhof. Whether it's finding solace in nature, beauty in grief, or fresh insight into difficult relationships, each of these authors has written and narrated audiobooks about moving from narrow spots into open, expansive spaces. Listen in to hear what it was like for them to record their audiobooks. The Solace of Open Spaces by Gretel Ehrlich: https://www.penguinrandomhouse...
S6 E1: Tom Vanderbilt, Allison Moon, and Dr. Carl L. Hart
January 05, 2021 15:10 - 13 minutes - 19.1 MBS6 Ep 1: In this episode, meet journalist Tom Vanderbilt, sex educator Allison Moon, and professor of neuroscience and psychology Dr. Carl L. Hart. What better way to kick off January than to try something new - whether that be in your working life, in your free time, or even (dare we say it?) in the bedroom. Go behind the mic to hear where these authors' boundless curiosity and extensive research took them - and where it might take you. Beginners by Tom Vanderbilt: https://www.penguinrandom...
S5 E66: Jim Collins, Jen Sincero, and James Rallison
December 15, 2020 15:12 - 16 minutes - 22.8 MBS5 Ep 66: In this episode, meet researcher and bestselling business author Jim Collins, bestselling success coach Jen Sincero, and animator and creator of the webcomic "TheOdd1sOut," James Rallison. These authors have written inspiring books perfect for carrying listeners from 2020 into 2021 with much-needed gusto. Now, step into the studio to hear what it was like for each of them to narrate their audiobooks. BE 2.0 (Beyond Entrepreneurship 2.0) by Jim Collins and William Lazier: https://ww...
S5 E65: Fannie Flagg and Clint Edwards
November 24, 2020 17:50 - 10 minutes - 9.98 MBIn this episode, meet bestselling author Fannie Flagg, and creator of the parenting blog No Idea What I'm Doing, Clint Edwards. The Wonder Boy of Whistle Stop by Fannie Flagg: https://www.penguinrandomhouseaudio.com/book/623785/the-wonder-boy-of-whistle-stop/ Father-ish by Clint Edwards: https://www.penguinrandomhouseaudio.com/book/669558/father-ish/
S5 E64: NaNoWriMo Special: What Makes a Good Story
November 17, 2020 15:36 - 9 minutes - 12.7 MBS5 Ep 64: November is National Novel Writing Month, otherwise known as NaNoWriMo, a time when new writers and experienced authors alike participate in a single self-directed goal: write 50,000 words of a novel in thirty days. To celebrate the creative pursuit, this special episode of This Is the Author is a compilation of some of our favorite author answers to the question, “what’s your recipe for a good story?” Whether you are looking for the motivation to get words on the page or are curiou...
S5 E63: Paola Ramos, Seth Godin, and Janna Levin
November 17, 2020 14:52 - 19 minutes - 26.7 MBS5 Ep 63: In this episode, meet journalist Paola Ramos, entrepreneur and best-selling author Seth Godin, and Professor of Physics and Astronomy Janna Levin. Finding Latinx by Paola Ramos: https://www.penguinrandomhouseaudio.com/book/616730/finding-latinx/ The Practice by Seth Godin: https://www.penguinrandomhouseaudio.com/book/653661/the-practice/ Black Hole Survival Guide by Janna Levin: https://www.penguinrandomhouseaudio.com/book/622603/black-hole-survival-guide/
S5 E62: Jonathan Aviv, Eric J. Furda, Jacques Steinberg, and Tiffany Aliche
November 10, 2020 14:54 - 13 minutes - 18.4 MBS5 Ep 62: In this episode, meet doctor and clinical professor of Ontolaryngology Jonathan Aviv, University of Pennsylvania Dean of Admissions Eric J. Furda and bestselling author Jacques Steinberg, and financial educator and founder of “The Budgetnista” Tiffany Aliche. The Acid Watcher Diet by Jonathan Aviv, MD, FACS: https://www.penguinrandomhouseaudio.com/book/533577/the-acid-watcher-diet/ The College Conversation by Eric J. Furda and Jacques Steinberg: https://www.penguinrandomhouseaudio...
S5 E61: Matthew McConaughey, Nick Offerman, and Anaïs Mitchell
October 27, 2020 13:52 - 21 minutes - 29.1 MBS5 Ep 61: In this episode, go behind the mic with Academy Award-winning actor Matthew McConaughey, actor and humorist Nick Offerman, and Tony Award-winning song writer Anaïs Mitchell. Step into the recording booth and hear what it was like for these artists to write and record their audiobooks, how the experience of reading their work affected them, and what they’re most excited to share with listeners. As Matthew says, “here we go, here we go, here we go!” Greenlights by Matthew McConaughey...
S5 E60: Bishop Michael Curry, Riva Lehrer, and Heid E. Erdrich
October 19, 2020 18:34 - 12 minutes - 16.7 MBS5 Ep 60: In this episode, meet bishop and primate of the Episcopal Church, Bishop Michael Curry, artist and curator Riva Lehrer, and poet, editor, and writer Heid E. Erdrich. Love is the Way by Bishop Michael Curry and Sara Grace: https://www.penguinrandomhouseaudio.com/book/605848/love-is-the-way/ Golem Girl by Riva Lehrer: https://www.penguinrandomhouseaudio.com/book/605368/golem-girl/ Little Big Bully by Heid E. Erdrich: https://www.penguinrandomhouseaudio.com/book/646273/little-big-bu...
S5 E59: Jennifer Dasal, Emily Willingham, and John Jeremiah Sullivan
October 19, 2020 18:30 - 18 minutes - 24.8 MBS5 Ep 59: In this episode, meet contemporary art curator Jennifer Dasal, journalist and science writer Emily Willingham, and writer and editor John Jeremiah Sullivan. ArtCurious by Jennifer Dasal: https://www.penguinrandomhouseaudio.com/book/611497/artcurious/ Phallacy by Emily Willingham: https://www.penguinrandomhouseaudio.com/book/621131/phallacy/ Blood Horses by John Jeremiah Sullivan: https://www.penguinrandomhouseaudio.com/book/636390/blood-horses/
S5 E58: Rich Villodas and Anne Graham Lotz
October 15, 2020 18:18 - 10 minutes - 14 MBS5 Ep 58: In this episode, meet lead pastor of the New Life Fellowship church Rich Villodas, and global speaker and Protestant evangelist Anne Graham Lotz. The Deeply Formed Life by Rich Villodas and Pete Scazzero: https://www.penguinrandomhouseaudio.com/book/623185/the-deeply-formed-life/ The Light of His Presence by Anne Graham Lotz: https://www.penguinrandomhouseaudio.com/book/579956/the-light-of-his-presence/
S5 E57: Misty Copeland, D.J. Steinberg, and Amyra León
October 15, 2020 18:15 - 15 minutes - 21.6 MBS5 Ep 57: In this episode, meet ballet dancer Misty Copeland, artist and producer D.J. Steinberg, and playwright, musician, and educator Amyra León. Bunheads by Misty Copeland: https://www.penguinrandomhouseaudio.com/book/545451/bunheads/ Firebird by Misty Copeland: https://www.penguinrandomhouseaudio.com/book/314568/firebird/ Kindergarten, Here I Come! by D.J. Steinberg: https://www.penguinrandomhouseaudio.com/book/308811/kindergarten-here-i-come/ Concrete Kids by Amyra León: https://ww...