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Bookish Flights: Books, Author Interviews & Must-Read Recommendations
Bookish Flights is the place to talk books and reading. This podcast focuses on connection, storytelling and the transformative power of books. Each episode invites guests to share the three books that have influenced them, unlocking their wisdom and how it changed their lives. Books are a bridge that connects us, a remedy for loneliness, and the best conversational currency to be the most interesting person in the room! Rooted in the belief that stories shape who we are, this podcast brings people together through a shared love of literature. Perfect for book lovers, Bookish Flights inspires listeners to discover the books that can shape their own lives.
You will love this show If you have ever asked:
- What are the best fiction and non-fiction books to read?
- Which books should I add to my reading list?
- How can I find more time to read?
- What are the best books for exploring new genres?
- What books are perfect for my kids?
- What is the publishing journey like for authors?
- What books do my favorite authors love to read?
Discover book recommendations across a wide range of genres, including historical fiction, romantasy, rom-coms, mysteries, thrillers and personal development. Check out the website www.bookishflights.com to see book club picks and the wide range of book flights.
Bookish Flights: Books, Author Interviews & Must-Read Recommendations
Ace, Marvel, Spy: Serving Up Untold Stories with Author Jenni L. Walsh (E126)
Welcome to today’s episode of Bookish Flights! I’m delighted to be joined by Jenni L. Walsh, USA Today bestselling author of thirteen captivating books for adults and children. Jenni spends her days immersed in storytelling from her home in the suburbs of Philadelphia, where she masterfully balances her busy writing career with being a mom to two spirited kids—a soulful ten-year-old and a dinosaur-loving eight-year-old—alongside caring for six needy furbabies and cheering on her beloved Philly and ‘Nova sports teams.
Episode Highlights
Mental Sanity and Parenting
- Tips for maintaining mental health while navigating the beautiful chaos of parenting.
- Balancing life as a professional writer and an active volunteer in her kids’ classrooms.
Behind the Pages of Ace, Marvel, Spy
- The incredible inspiration behind her latest historical fiction novel, Ace, Marvel, Spy.
- Uncovering the life of Alice Marble: world tennis champion, spy, and unsung hero.
The Writing Life
- How Jenni uncovers and breathes life into the untold stories of unique women in history.
Book Flight
- A curated selection of historical fiction by women authors who have inspired Jenni’s writing journey.
Whether you’re a history enthusiast, a tennis fan, or someone who loves powerful stories of resilience, this episode promises inspiration, insight, and a touch of history’s hidden gems.
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Books and authors mentioned in the episode:
- Side by Side: A Novel of Bonnie and Clyde by Jenni L. Walsh
- Letters to Rifka by Karen Hesse
- Operation Happy by Jenni L. Walsh (Middle Grade novel)
- Sonora by Jenni L. Walsh (Coming October 2025)
- The Bug Bandits by Jenni L. Walsh (Coming May 2025 - Middle Grade novel)
- Atmosphere by Taylor Jenkins Reid (Publish Date 06/03/25)
- The Trumpet of the Swan by E.B. White
- The Queens of Crime by Marie Benedict (Publish Date 02/11/2025)
- The Most Wonderful Crime of the Year by Ally Carter
Book Flight
- The Other Einstein by Marie Benedict
- Kate Quinn’s books
Ready for a monthly literary adventure? We now have the BFF Book Club. Join us each month to explore a new book. After reading, connect with fellow book lovers and meet the author in a live interview! Can’t make it live? Don’t worry—we’ll send you the recording. You can find all our upcoming book club selections HERE.
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