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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
Libraries, Representation, & Life on the Move: Chatting with Author Sarah Monzon (E180)
In today’s episode, I’m chatting with Sarah Monzon. Sarah is the winner of the Holt Medallion and Selah Award. Sarah is a stay-at-home mom who makes up imaginary friends to have adult conversations with (otherwise known as writing novels). As a Navy chaplain’s wife, she resides wherever the military happens to station her family and enjoys exploring the beauty of the world around her. We are here today to discuss her latest novel, Hearts in Circulation.
In this episode, Sarah shares all about her latest novel in the Checking Out Love librarian series. She writes about representation in fiction, including her book flight of books that include this theme. We talked about being a military spouse and the beauty of collecting multiple library cards as we move around. There is also a DOD library, so make sure if you are not sleeping on that. Lastly, she shares about how to request books from your local library if they do not have them.
Episode Highlights:
- We discuss Sarah’s latest novel, Hearts in Circulation, part of her Checking Out Love librarian series.
- Sarah shares why representation in fiction is such an important theme throughout her writing.
- We chat about life as a military spouse and the unexpected joy of collecting multiple library cards across duty stations.
- Sarah offers a great reminder about the DOD library system—don’t sleep on it if you have access!
- She walks us through how to request books from your local library to support authors and expand your community’s collection.
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Show Notes
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Books and authors mentioned in the episode:
- The Mandie series by Lois Gladys Leppard
Book Flight
- All for Anna by Nicole Deese
- The Curious Inheritance of Blakely House by Joanna Davidson Politano
- How to Find Love When You’re Weird by Camilla Evergreen
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