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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
The Mom Handbook: From Daughter to Mother — Writing and Reconciliation with Lisa Vailencour (E155)
In today’s episode, I’m joined by Lisa Vailencour, founder of The Handbook Club and a seasoned brand & communications strategist with over 20 years in the tech industry. Her debut book, The Mom Handbook, was written as a love letter to her daughters and to anyone navigating the complexities of motherhood and identity. We talk about how movement fuels her creativity, the emotional release that came with publishing her book, and her unique editing process using voice memos to capture rhythm and pacing before putting words to the page.
Episode Highlights:
- How physical activity helps her tap into creativity.
- The emotional freedom of sharing hard-earned lessons through writing.
- Embracing imperfection and simply doing your best.
- The challenge and importance of reconciliation and rebuilding trust.
- Using voice memos as a tool to shape narrative flow.
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Show Notes
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Books and authors mentioned in the episode:
- Daniel H. Pink books
- Crucial Conversations by Joseph Grenny, Kerry Patterson, Ron McMillan, Al Switzler and Emily Gregory
- A Little Life by Hanya Yanagihara
- The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo by Taylor Jenkins Reid
- Behave: The Biology of Humans at Our Best and Worst by Robert Sapolsky
- The Funeral Ladies of Ellerie County by Claire Swinarski
Book Flight
- The Babysitter’s Club by Ann M. Martin
- East of Eden by John Steinbeck
- How to Talk So Kids Will Listen & Listen So Kids Will Talk by Adele Faber & Elaine Mazlish
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