A native of Chicago’s South Side, Nancy Johnson worked for more than a decade as an Emmy-nominated, award-winning television journalist at CBS and ABC. More recently, she’s the author of The Kindest Lie and her latest novel, People of Means. On today’s show, Annmarie and Nancy discuss the call to activism, and what makes some people enter the fight for racial justice while others step away. This show also covers family history and how important it is to record ancestral stories before they are lost forever.

Episode Sponsors

Da Book Joint – A Black woman-owned business born on the Southside of Chicago, and committed to literary growth and positive engagement of young people. Da Book Joint is a bookstore created with the purpose of uniting lovers of literature with diverse bestselling and rising authors. We’ve been in operation since 2007 and we’ve developed a thriving community where readers can easily purchase books they love and come together with like-minded individuals through virtual and in-person literary events. Stop by or shop online at dabookjoint.com.

The Lynx – A new general-interest bookstore in Gainesville, Florida, with an emphasis on books that are currently challenged or banned in Florida. We especially seek to celebrate the voices of BIPOC and LGBTQ+ authors whose stories are among the most challenged titles, and to bring attention to the deep and radiant literary legacy of the Sunshine State. We believe in the power of books to build and foster communities, conversations, and change. A group of lynxes is a Watch. Please join our Watch today. And stop by or shop online at thelynxbooks.com.

Authors and Titles Mentioned in This Episode:

The Kindest Lie, by Nancy Johnson

People of Means, by Nancy Johnson

Follow Nancy Johnson:

Instagram: @NancyJAuthor

Twitter: @NancyJAuthor

Facebook: NancyJohnsonAuthor

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If you liked this conversation and are interested in writing abroad, consider joining Annmarie and co-leader Athena Dixon for a writing retreat in Italy in September, 2025.

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As of this moment, we only have 1 spot left. This will sell out. Act now and join us!

Or for women interested in an online Saturday morning writing circle, check out Annmarie’s webpage to learn more. 

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Kristen Arnett, aka “America’s Favorite Dad,” is the queer Floridian author of With Teeth, and the New York Times bestselling novel Mostly Dead Things, both of which were finalists for the Lambda Literary Award in fiction. She runs the substack “Dad Lessons,” and her latest novel, STOP ME IF YOU’VE HEARD THIS ONE, is out now. On today’s show, Annmarie and Kristen discuss clowning, lesbians, Orlando, Dad culture, and the joy of showing up for our art exactly as we are. 

Episode Sponsors

The Lynx – A new general-interest bookstore in Gainesville, Florida, with an emphasis on books that are currently challenged or banned in Florida. We especially seek to celebrate the voices of BIPOC and LGBTQ+ authors whose stories are among the most challenged titles, and to bring attention to the deep and radiant literary legacy of the Sunshine State. We believe in the power of books to build and foster communities, conversations, and change. A group of lynxes is a Watch. Please join our Watch today. And stop by or shop online at thelynxbooks.com.

Tombolo Books – An independent bookstore dedicated to promoting the value and pleasure of reading throughout St. Petersburg, Florida, by offering thoughtful inventory curation, extensive literary knowledge, and excellent customer service. Tombolo is committed to carrying books by emerging and marginalized voices, books in translation, and books from small independent presses, as well as classics and outstanding popular titles. We support free expression and the right of every reader to determine their reading material. Stop by or shop online at tombolobooks.com.

**Today’s guest, Kristen Arnett, will be doing an event at Tombolo on April 1. If you’re in Florida or St. Pete, or looking for a reason to be in Florida or St. Pete, you can RSVP for that event HERE.

Authors and Titles Mentioned in This Episode:

With Teeth, by Kristen Arnett

Mostly Dead Things, by Kristen Arnett

Stop Me If You’ve Heard This One, by Kristen Arnett

In case you haven’t seen one of the Blade movies, here’s a trailer for the first one.

Follow Kristen Arnett:

Substack: @KristenArnett

Instagram: @Kristen_Arnett

Twitter: @Kristen_Arnett

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Photo Credit: Maria Rada

**Writing Workshops and Wish Fulfillment: 

If you liked this conversation and are interested in writing abroad, consider joining Annmarie and co-leader Athena Dixon for a writing retreat in Italy in September, 2025.

You can travel to a beautiful place, meet other wise women, and write your own stories. We’d love to help you make your wishes come true. 

As of this moment, we only have 1 spot left. This will sell out. Act now and join us!

Or for women interested in an online Saturday morning writing circle, message Annmarie to learn more.

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Helena Echlin has written for numerous publications on both sides of the Atlantic, including The Guardian and The Times. She taught for years at Stanford University and has recently returned to the United Kingdom, where she now teaches fiction writing for Oxford University’s Department of Continuing Education. Clever Little Thing is her first psychological thriller. On today’s show, Helena and Annmarie discuss the judgmentalness of parenting, the chaos of plotting a novel, and how a daily jump into the Thames – rain or shine – can work wonders for your health. 

Episode Sponsors

Gramercy Books – A locally-owned, independently-minded neighborhood bookstore located in the heart of Bexley, Ohio. Our philosophy at Gramercy Books is simple: we’re about inspiration and discovery, community and adventure. We connect readers and writers with books they love, and host special events and ongoing visits by authors, poets and songwriters who provoke conversation. Stop by or shop online at gramercybooksbexley.com.

Ashland University Low-Res MFA – Expand your writing practice and refine your craft within the supportive community of Ashland University’s Master of Fine Arts in Creative Writing. Our accomplished faculty will help you find your voice and complete your degree at your own pace. Learn more and enroll today at ashland.edu.

Authors and Titles Mentioned in This Episode:

Clever Little Thing, by Helena Echlin

Annie Bot, by Sierra Greer

The School for Good Mothers, by Jessamine Chan

Follow Helena Echlin:

Instagram: @helenaechlin

Twitter: @Helenaechlin

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Photo Credit: Charlotte Knee Photography

**Writing Workshops and Wish Fulfillment: 

If you liked this conversation and are interested in writing abroad, consider joining Annmarie and co-leader Athena Dixon for a writing retreat in Italy in September, 2025.

You can travel to a beautiful place, meet other wise women, and write your own stories. We’d love to help you make your wishes come true. 

As of this moment, we only have 2 spots left. This will sell out. Act now and join us!

Or for women interested in an online Saturday morning writing circle, message Annmarie to learn more.

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Rebe Huntman is a memoirist, essayist, dancer, teacher and poet whose debut memoir, My Mother in Havana, is out now. On today’s show, Annmarie and Rebe discuss the magic of dance, communicating with deceased loved ones, and how a search for our mothers can bring us closer to understanding ourselves. 

Episode Sponsors

Gramercy Books – A locally-owned, independently-minded neighborhood bookstore located in the heart of Bexley, Ohio. Our philosophy at Gramercy Books is simple: we’re about inspiration and discovery, community and adventure. We connect readers and writers with books they love, and host special events and ongoing visits by authors, poets and songwriters who provoke conversation. Stop by or shop online at gramercybooksbexley.com.

Ashland University Low-Res MFA – Expand your writing practice and refine your craft within the supportive community of Ashland University’s Master of Fine Arts in Creative Writing. Our accomplished faculty will help you find your voice and complete your degree at your own pace. Learn more and enroll today at ashland.edu.

Authors and Titles Mentioned in This Episode:

My Mother in Havana: A Memoir of Magic & Miracle, by Rebe Huntman

Song of Solomon, by Toni Morrison

Here’s a video of Ella Fitzgerald singing Mack the Knife. 

Follow Rebe Huntman:

Instagram: @rebehuntman

Facebook: RebeHuntmanAuthor

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Photo Credit: Kate Sweeney

**Writing Workshops and Wish Fulfillment: 

If you liked this conversation and are interested in writing abroad, consider joining Annmarie and co-leader Athena Dixon for a writing retreat in Italy in September, 2025.

Or you can join Annmarie and co-leader Phyllis Biffle Elmore for a writing retreat in France.

You can travel to a beautiful place, meet other wise women, and write your own stories. We’d love to help you make your wishes come true. 

As of this moment, we only have 2 spots left for France, but you can click this link for $900 off. 

Enter the password RetreatWriteRepeat 

and the coupon code is 25AK

For women interested in an online Saturday morning writing circle, message Annmarie to learn more.

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Joseph Earl Thomas is the author of Sink, a memoir, and his debut novel God Bless You, Otis Spunkmeyer, longlisted for the Carnegie Medal for Literary Excellence, and winner of the Center for Fiction First Novel Prize. On today’s show, Annmarie and Joseph talk about working-class upbringings, how to write complicated families with sensitivity and grace, and whether or not to raise an alligator in the backyard.

Episode Sponsors

The Head & The Hand Books – A community-focused Philadelphia bookstore that provides curated fiction, local lit, and children’s/middle grade books to the Fishtown neighborhood and beyond. We do readings, workshops, curated events, children’s programming, and more. Stop by for a visit! Or shop online at theheadandthehand.com.

Novelette Booksellers – Nashville's only queer-owned bookstore. We are a fun, vibey, safe space for book lovers of all ages. We boast a highly curated selection of both fiction and non-fiction books by diverse authors, and a great selection of graphic novels. With an eye toward inclusivity and the celebration of our differences, Novelette strives to welcome people of all backgrounds. Stop by or shop online at novelettebooksellers.com

Authors and Titles Mentioned in This Episode:

Sink, by Joseph Earl Thomas

Leviathan Beach, by Joseph Earl Thomas (available for pre-order)

God Bless You, Otis Spunkmeyer

 Zone One, by Colson Whitehead

The Gilda Stories, by Jewelle Gomez

Here’s a trailer for the Japanese anime Attack on Titan.

Follow Joseph Earl Thomas:

Instagram: @jetvgc

Substack: @birthworldproblems

Twitter: @JETVGC

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Photo Credit: Marcus Jackson

**Writing Workshops and Wish Fulfillment: 

If you liked this conversation and are interested in writing abroad, consider joining Annmarie and co-leader Athena Dixon for a writing retreat in Italy in September, 2025.

Or you can join Annmarie and co-leader Phyllis Biffle Elmore for a writing retreat in France.

You can travel to a beautiful place, meet other wise women, and write your own stories. We’d love to help you make your wishes come true. 

As of this moment, we only have 2 spots left for France, but you can click this link for $900 off. 

Enter the password RetreatWriteRepeat 

and the coupon code is 25AK

In 2025, Annmarie is teaching online Tuesday nights for Writing Workshops. Learn more and register HERE.

For folks interested in an online Saturday morning writing class, message Annmarie to learn more.

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Malaka Gharib is the author of I Was Their American Dream, a graphic memoir about being first-generation Filipino Egyptian American, and It Won't Always Be Like This, a graphic memoir about her summers in the Middle East. On today’s show, Annmarie and Malaka talk about the American immigrant experience, how to be a working writer, and what it means to be the realization of our parents’ greatest dreams.

Episode Sponsors

Novelette Booksellers – Nashville's only queer-owned bookstore. We are a fun, vibey, safe space for book lovers of all ages. We boast a highly curated selection of both fiction and non-fiction books by diverse authors, and a great selection of graphic novels. With an eye toward inclusivity and the celebration of our differences, Novelette strives to welcome people of all backgrounds. Stop by or shop online at novelettebooksellers.com

Skylark Bookshop – A fiercely independent bookstore where we strive to find new ways to celebrate literature and our community. Some books give us knowledge and perspective; others simply give necessary space to breathe. Putting the right book into the right hands is a deeply meaningful act. We believe that we can find that book for everyone who walks through our doors. We embrace enjoyment, entertainment, and the beauty of Skylark Bookshop. Stop by or shop online at skylarkbookshop.com.

Authors and Titles Mentioned in This Episode:

I Was Their American Dream, by Malaka Gharib

It Won’t Always Be Like This, by Malaka Gharib

Uzma Jalaluddin

Liana Finck

Blue Sky Through the Window of a Moving Car: Comics for Beautiful, Awful and Ordinary Days, by Jordan Bolton

Follow Malaka Gharib:

Instagram: @MalakaGharib

Substack: @Malaka

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Photo Credit: Leah Margulies

**Writing Workshops and Wish Fulfillment: 

If you liked this conversation and are interested in writing with other women on retreat, consider joining Annmarie and co-leader Athena Dixon for a writing retreat in Italy in September, 2025.

Or you can join Annmarie and co-leader Phyllis Biffle Elmore for a writing retreat in France.

You can travel to a beautiful place, meet other wise women, and write your own stories. We’d love to help you make your wishes come true. 

As of this moment, we only have 2 spots left for France, but you can click this link for $900 off. 

Enter the password RetreatWriteRepeat 

and the coupon code is 25AK

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In her 60s, after decades as a psychotherapist, marital counselor, and work and family consultant, Leah Fisher embarked upon solo trips to multiple countries to see whether she could connect across cultures, participate in community projects, and try to be “of use.” On today’s show, Leah joins us to speak about her new memoir, My Marriage Sabbatical, and to discuss what is lost and gained when couples pursue separate dreams.

Episode Sponsors:

Orinda Books – An independently-owned bookstore just 30 minutes east of San Francisco. We’re open six days a week with free parking, and the Orinda BART station is a pleasant half-mile walk away. We provide a diverse range of books and our children's department is extensive and inviting. Besides books, we also carry puzzles, toys, cards, and calendars, as well as locally-made chocolate, olive oil, ceramics, and artwork. We love to read and recommend our favorites — so don't hesitate to ask! Stop by or shop online at orindabooks.com.

International Writers' Collective – The Collective offers fiction and poetry workshops online and in the Netherlands and a vibrant international community to support you in your writing goals. Many students view their program as a cheaper and more flexible alternative to an MFA. Learn more and find a class at internationalwriterscollective.com.

Titles Mentioned in This Episode:

My Marriage Sabbatical: A Memoir of Solo Travel and Lasting Love, by Leah Fisher

Necessary Losses: The Loves Illusions Dependencies and Impossible Expectations That All of us Have, by Judith Viorst

Alexander and the Terrible, Horrible, No Good, Very Bad Day, by Judith Viorst

The Work of Christmas, based on a poem by Howard Thurman.

Follow Leah Fisher:

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**Writing Workshops and Wish Fulfillment: 

If this conversation sparked in you a desire to travel, consider joining Annmarie and co-leader Athena Dixon for a writing retreat in Italy in September, 2025.

Or you can join Annmarie and co-leader Phyllis Biffle Elmore for a writing retreat in France.

You can travel to a beautiful place, meet other wise women, and write your own stories. We’d love to help you make your wishes come true. 

As of this moment, we only have 2 spots left for France, but you can click this link for $900 off. 

Enter the password RetreatWriteRepeat 

and the coupon code is 25AK

In 2025, Annmarie is teaching online Tuesday nights for Writing Workshops. Learn more and register HERE.

For folks interested in an online Saturday morning writing class, message Annmarie to learn more. 

Photo Credit: Aileen Schier

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Regina Brett is a two-time Pulitzer finalist and the New York Times bestselling author of God Never Blinks. Her latest book is Little Detours and Spiritual Adventures. On today’s show, Annmarie and Regina talk about their Catholic upbringings, cancer survival, best and worst Christmases, and what it means to be a slice of God for other people.

Episode Sponsors:

Loganberry Books – An independently owned and operated bookstore in the historic Larchmere neighborhood of Cleveland, Ohio. Loganberry features a carefully curated collection of new, used and rare books in all genres for both readers and collectors, with an inventory over 100,000 volumes. Find your next great read and shop online at loganberrrybooks.com.

Mac’s Backs – A proud Cleveland indie bookstore with three floors for browsing, great online service, and chocolate milkshakes right next door. Find your next great read and shop online at macsbacks.com.

Books by Regina Brett

Little Detours and Spiritual Adventures

God Never Blinks

God Is Always Hiring

Be the Miracle

Other Authors and Titles Mentioned in This Episode:

Maybe You Should Talk to Someone, by Lori Gottlieb

Here are the trailers for It’s a Wonderful Life and White Christmas.

Follow Regina Brett:

Instagram: @ReginaBrett

Facebook: ReginaBrettFans

Twitter: @ReginaBrett

Substack: @ReginaBrett

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Photo Credit: Katie Montague Malone

**Writing Workshops and Wish Fulfillment:

If you liked this conversation and are interested in writing with other women on retreat, consider joining Annmarie and co-leader Athena Dixon for a writing retreat in Italy in September, 2025.

Or you can join Annmarie and co-leader Phyllis Biffle Elmore for a writing retreat in France.

You can travel to a beautiful place, meet other wise women, and write your own stories. We’d love to help you make your wishes come true.

As of this moment, we only have 2 spots left for France, but you can click this link for $900 off.

Enter the password RetreatWriteRepeat

and the coupon code is 25AK

In 2025, Annmarie is teaching online Tuesday nights for Writing Workshops. Learn more and register HERE.

For folks interested in an online Saturday morning writing class, message Annmarie to learn more. 

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John Roedel is a poet, writer, comic, storyteller, and terrible dancer who gained unexpected notability as a writer and poet through Facebook conversations. His latest book is WonderAche. On today’s show, Annmarie and John talk about their Catholic upbringings, the places where faith meets doubt, and how to show up for others with more vulnerability and truth.

Episode Sponsors:

Bonsai Books in Cheyenne, Wyoming. At Bonsai, we’re more than just a bookstore. We believe in the power of books to inspire, educate, and connect people. Our team of passionate book lovers is dedicated to curating a diverse selection of new books for readers of all ages and interests. At Bonsai, we bring literature to the community. Stop by our Cheyenne store at 126 Quincy Road or find us on social media @bonsaibookswy.

Bonsai, more than just a bookstore.

Address: 126 Quincy Rd

Phone: 307-421-5307

Hours: Mon: Closed ,Tue-Sat: 11-6, Sun: 12-5

We can be found on Facebook at Bonsai Books and Instagram @bonsaibookswy.

Ashland University Low-Res MFA – Expand your writing practice and refine your craft within the supportive community of Ashland University’s Master of Fine Arts in Creative Writing. Our accomplished faculty will help you find your voice and complete your degree at your own pace. Learn more and enroll today at ashland.edu.

Books by John Roedel

Wonderache

Upon Departure

Hey God. Hey John.: What Happens When God Writes Back

Remedy

Fitting In Is For Sardines

Any Given Someday

Untied

Other Authors and Titles Mentioned in This Episode:

The Gift: Poems by Hafiz, the Great Sufi Master, by Daniel Ladinsky 

Michelle Francois-Walsh, Founder of My Village Well

Here are the trailers for Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind, Patterson, and About Time.

Follow John Roedel:

Instagram: @john_roedel

Facebook: johnbigjohn

Twitter: @JohnnyRoedel

Substack: johnroedel.substack.com

www.johnroedel.com

**Writing Workshops and Wish Fulfillment: 

If you liked this conversation and are interested in writing with John Roedel, consider joining him for a weeklong storytelling retreat in Italy next fall.

Or you can join Annmarie and co-leader Athena Dixon for a writing retreat in Italy in September, 2025.

Or you can join Annmarie and co-leader Phyllis Biffle Elmore for a writing retreat in France.

You can travel to a beautiful place, meet other wise women, and write your own stories. We’d love to help you make your wishes come true. 

As of this moment, we only have 2 spots left for France, but you can click this link for $900 off. 

Enter the password RetreatWriteRepeat 

and the coupon code is 25AK

In 2025, Annmarie is teaching online Tuesday nights for Writing Workshops. Learn more and register HERE.

For her folks interested in an online Saturday morning writing class, message Annmarie to learn more.

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David Allen Edmonds taught German and English for 43 years at three Cleveland-area high schools, Cuyahoga Community College and Cleveland State university. His high school experiences form the setting for his Joe Lehrer Mystery novels and the short stories in his Faculty Lounge series.

Today on the show, Dave and Annmarie talk about book banning, small town romance, and the opportunities and costs of teaching in public high schools.

Episode Sponsors:

Black Cat Books & Oddities – Where we specialize in new books for all ages. Visit us for an immersive experience that transports you back in time. Say hello to Edgar Allan Poe and cozy up with a thriller. If you're a mystery lover, head upstairs and settle into Sherlock's Study. Young adults will love Phantom's Passage, their own little nook of interesting titles to discover. There might even be a secret passageway leading to The Secret Garden, a world of wonder for the littlest of book lovers. Stop by our Medina, Ohio, store or shop online at blackcatmedina.com.

Loganberry Books – An independently owned and operated bookstore in the historic Larchmere neighborhood of Cleveland, Ohio. Loganberry features a carefully curated collection of new, used and rare books in all genres for both readers and collectors, with an inventory over 100,000 volumes. Find your next great read and shop online at loganberrrybooks.com.

Writing by David Allen Edmonds

Unveiled Love

Unexpected Love

Personal Pronouns

Indirect Objects

The Faculty Lounge Series

Other Titles Mentioned in This Episode:

Where the Wild Things Are, by Maurice Sendak

In case you seriously haven’t seen it yet, here’s a trailer for Casablanca.

Follow David Allen Edmonds:

Goodreads: David_Allen_Edmonds

Twitter: @authordedmonds

Facebook: davidallenedmonds

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**Writing Workshops and Wish Fulfillment: 

If you know you’ve been looking for the kind of female friendship we’ve spoken about on this show OR if you’re just desperate to get out of America right now, consider joining Annmarie and her co-leader, Phyllis Biffle Elmore, for a writing retreat in France! Learn more here. 

You can travel to a beautiful place, meet other wise women, and write your own stories. We’d love to help you make that wish come true. 

As of this moment, we only have 3 spots left, but you can click this link for $900 off. 

The password is RetreatWriteRepeat 

and the coupon code is 25AK

In 2025, Annmarie is teaching online Tuesday nights for Writing Workshops. Learn more and register HERE.

For her folks interested in an online Saturday morning writing class, message Annmarie to learn more.

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Queer poet and writer Cass Donish is the author of three books including The Year of the Femme, Beautyberry, and the new poetry collection Your Dazzling Death. Today on the show, Cass and Annmarie talk about grief, queer love, and how to heal in the face of suicide loss.

Episode Sponsors:

Prairie Lights Books – Iowa City’s premier indie bookstore since 1978. Perhaps the strength of our reputation lies in the reading series of local, national and international writers who have read their works which were broadcast live on stations WSUI and WOI and which was the only regular literary series of its kind. All of this could not have been possible without a loyal customer base and a dedicated staff. Learn more or shop online at prairielights.com.

Skylark Bookshop – A fiercely independent bookstore where we strive to find new ways to celebrate literature and our community. Some books give us knowledge and perspective; others simply give necessary space to breathe. Putting the right book into the right hands is a deeply meaningful act. We believe that we can find that book for everyone who walks through our doors. We embrace enjoyment, entertainment, and the beauty of Skylark Bookshop. Stop by or shop online at skylarkbookshop.com.

Left Bank Books – The oldest and largest independently-owned bookstore in St. Louis, Missouri, where we offer a full-line of new and used books, gifts, cards, toys and services. We see ourselves as a cultural institution as well as a retail business. In that spirit, we produce over 300 events per year, most of which are free and open to the public. We've grown and changed throughout our 50 years, but our mission still remains the same – to spark public conversation by curating an intelligent, relevant, culturally diverse selection of books. Stop by or shop online at left-bank.com.

Books by Cass Donish

Your Dazzling Death

The Year of the Femme

Beautyberry

On the Mezzanine

Other Authors and Titles Mentioned in This Episode:

Letters to Forget, by Kelly Caldwell

Here’s a link to the Hot Widows Club podcast.

Here is the trailer for Emily in Paris.

And here’s another for Portrait of a Lady on Fire.

Follow Cass Donish:

Instagram: @cassdonish

Twitter: @CassDonish

cassdonish.com

**Writing Workshops and Wish Fulfillment:

If you know you’ve been looking for the kind of female friendship we’ve spoken about on this show OR if you’re just desperate to get out of America right now, consider joining Annmarie and her co-leader, Phyllis Biffle Elmore, for a writing retreat in France! Learn more here.

You can travel to a beautiful place, meet other wise women, and write your own stories. We’d love to help you make that wish come true.

As of this moment, we only have 3 spots left, but you can click this link for $900 off.

The password is RetreatWriteRepeat

and the coupon code is 25AK

In 2025, Annmarie is teaching online Tuesday nights for Writing Workshops. Learn more and register HERE.

For her folks interested in an online Saturday morning writing class, message Annmarie to learn more.

Photo credit: Josh Theus

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