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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
Motherhood, Military Life, and the Oregon Trail: A Chat with Kaci Curtis (E175)
In today’s episode, I’m chatting with Kaci Curtis. Kaci is a military spouse and mom of two. She just spent two years living on the island of Guam, where she loved to explore the jungles and beaches with her husband and kids. She loves all things National Parks, hiking, camping, reading while sipping coffee, and cackling with her bookclub. She also contributes a monthly blog to the nonprofit, Mission:Milspouse. Her debut novel, Along the Trail, released today, congratulations Kaci!
Episode Highlights
- How Kaci balances motherhood with her writing life and fits creativity into a busy season.
- The inspiration behind Along the Trail and how growing up in Independence, Missouri—the starting point of the Oregon Trail—shaped her fascination with this story.
- The realities of military life, frequent moves, and finding creative grounding in new places.
- The importance of validation, persistence, and courage when tackling big, intimidating projects.
- Her book flight, featuring historical fiction with fantastical and speculative elements.
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Books and authors mentioned in the episode:
- The Lord of the Rings trilogy by J.R.R. Tolkien
- Night by Elie Wiesel
- The Sword of Truth series by Terry Goodkind
- The Spellshop by Sarah Beth Durst
- Iron Flame/Onyx Storm by Rebecca Yarros
- Sunrise on the Reaping by Suzanne Collins
Book Flight
- Outlander by Diane Gabaldon
- Walk on Earth a Stranger by Rae Carlson
- Revolution by Jennifer Donnelly
✨ Find Your Next Great Read! We just hit 175 episodes of Bookish Flights, and to celebrate, I created the Bookish Flights Roadmap — a guide to all 175 podcast episodes, sorted by genre to help you find your next great read faster.
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