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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
BFF Book Club - Champagne Widows with Rebecca Rosenberg (E129)
Welcome to today’s episode of Bookish Flights! This one is our latest installment in the BFF Book Club! This month features Champagne Widows with Rebecca Rosenberg. Rebecca is an award-winning novelist, champagne geek and lavender farmer. Rebecca first fell in love with methode champenoise in Sonoma Valley, CA. Over decades of delicious research, she has explored many wine cellars in search of fine champagne. When Rebecca discovered the real-life stories of the Champagne Widows of France, she knew she’d dedicate years to telling the stories of these remarkable women who made champagne the worldwide phenomenon it is today. Welcome to the show, Rebecca!
Episode Highlights
- How Rebecca discovered the stories of the Champagne Widows
- Her writing journey and how she brings history to life
- Her experience as a lavender farmer and how it complements her writing lifestyle
- French history and how she distilled it into fascinating tidbits for readers
- The title of Champagne Widows and the incredible strength of Barbe-Nicole Clicquot.
Connect with Rebecca:
Books Mentioned in Show
- Demon Copperhead by Barbara Kingsolver
- The Widows of Champagne by Renee Ryan
- Madame Pommery by Rebecca Rosenberg
- Lavender Fields of America by Rebecca Rosenberg
- Silver Echoes (Rebecca’s newest book, will be up for pre-sale in late February 2025)
Book Flight
- A Welcome Misfortune by Kay Bratt
- A Beautiful Rival with Gill Paul
- The Last Fashion House in Paris by Renee Ryan
If you’d like to join us next month, we will be discussing another fantastic historical fiction/romance novel, Until Our Time Comes by Nicole M. Miller. This book is an unforgettable WWII novel inspired by true events. Follow American horse trainer Adia Kensington and British intelligence agent Bret Conway as they fight to save 250 prized Arabian horses from the invading German army in war-torn Poland. This epic tale of courage, love and resistance is a page-turner you will not want to miss! Regist
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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