This Is the Author

In this episode, meet bestselling author Chanel Miller, bestselling author Amy Tan, and historian Nell Irvin Painter. Tune in to hear how each of these writers turned their everyday experiences into extraordinary audiobooks, and what they’re most excited for listeners to hear. Magnolia Wu Unfolds it All by Chanel Miller https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/735878/magnolia-wu-

In this episode, meet actor George Takei, bestselling writer Leila Mottley, and neuroscientist-turned-environmental journalist Clayton Page Aldern. Listen in as these authors share powerful histories and coming-of-age stories, from George Takei's childhood experience in a US internment camp during World War II, to Leila Mottley's poems of becoming, to Clayton Page Aldern's explorat

In this episode, meet novelist and non-fiction writer Anne Lamott, podcaster and founder of The Honey Scoop Ashley Hetherington, and chaplain and creator of the popular “Rude Ass Enneagram” Instagram account Elizabeth Orr. You’ll hear thoughts on love, thoughts on faith, and thoughts on adding humor to self-compassion. Plus, what it really takes to get through hard times. Som

In this episode, meet CNN anchor and Chief National Security Analyst Jim Sciutto, journalist Megan Kimble, and psychiatrist Dr. Alok Kanojia. Hear what inspired these authors to write their books, how they prepared to record their audiobooks, and what most surprised them about the recording process. Plus, find out who loves to listen to spy novels on audio. Enjoy! The Return of Gre

In this episode, meet actress, playwright, and activist Najla Said, supermodel and co-founder of Model Mafia Cameron Russell, and Executive Director of the Undocumented Migration Project Jason De León. Tune in to hear these authors talk about their new work, and what it was like for them to record their audiobooks. Looking for Palestine by Najla Said https://www.penguinrandomhouse

In this episode, meet Walela Nehanda, Olivia A. Cole, and Stephanie Kuehnert. Press play to hear what it was like for these authors to record the audiobooks of their new works for young adults, and discover who went to a Hozier performance in preparation for recording. Enjoy! Bless the Blood by Walela Nehanda: https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/703192/bless-the-blood-by-walel

In this episode, meet speaker and blogger Geraldine DeRuiter, writer and style influencer Lyn Slater, and communication specialist Elaine Lin Hering. Tune in to hear what inspired these authors to write their new books, and what it was like for them in the audiobook recording studio. Plus, learn why there should be a universal appreciation for tea and honey. If You Can't Take the H

In this episode, meet poet Rose McLarney, poet and novelist Morgan Parker, and journalist Shalene Gupta. Hear what it was like for these authors to record their audiobooks, and what surprised them most about the process. Enjoy! Colorfast by Rose McLarney: https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/715727/colorfast-by-rose-mclarney/audio/ You Get What You Pay For by Morgan Parker: htt

In this episode, meet writer and editor Manjula Martin, stand-up comedian, writer, and actor Moshe Kasher, and entrepreneur and CEO of AppSumo Noah Kagan. Tune in to hear which passages were their favorites to record, and which author’s book inspired them to take up DJing. The Last Fire Season by Manjula Martin https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/711111/the-last-fire-season-

In this episode, meet writer Molly Roden Winter, physician and healthcare thought leader Dr. Uché Blackstock, and storyteller and birth and postpartum doula Brandi Sellerz-Jackson. Listen to hear how Roden and Sellerz-Jackson wrote the books they needed years ago, and which chapter Dr. Blackstock is most excited for listeners to hear. More by Molly Roden Winter https://www.penguin