Books are Chic (Courtney)

One of my favorite people and authors joins me this week, the fabulous Rochelle Weinstein.  We are talking all things books, writing and her latest, When We Let Go.  People like Rochelle are why I love hosting this podcast.  After you listen to her episode you will want to read everything she has written!

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https://www.rochelleweinstein.com

Part 2 Halloween double feature:

The Hitchcock Hotel by Stephanie Wrobel, the perfect homage to Alfred himself and the perfect fall read IMO. I was so thrilled to welcome Stephanie to Books are Chic to talk writing, books and the inspiration and research behind this book. We also chatted themes from her other books and so much more. Who doesn't love a weekend getaway with old friends at a remote hotel with a suspicious innkeeper. I had so much fun chatting with Stephanie and can't wait to have her back!

Elyssa Friedland is one of my go to authors.  Her books are guaranteed laughter and joy with big heart.  Her latest, The Most Likely Club is nothing short of all those things plus it is an homage to my favorite decade, the 90's.  I went from 8 to 17 in the 90's, all some of my most formidable years, so the nostalgia runs DEEP.  I love this chat and you really only have to listen to understand why.  

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http://www.elyssafriedland.com

If Desperate Housewives, Melrose Place and Charmed all got together, you'd have May Cobb's latest, My Summer Darlings.  Just recommended as the thriller of the summer by John Searles, it is a beach bag MUST.  I had the best time chatting with May about her writing journey and killer characters.  We had a blast and I can't wait to see what is to come from May!

Follow May for all her latest novels and news:

https://www.maycobb.com

Part 1 of my Halloween double feature:

Hidden Pictures was one of my favorite reads last year so I was thrilled to welcome Jason Rekulak to Books are Chic! His latest, The Last One at the Wedding, was wedding gone wrong - a fave suspense plot line. Boston, murder, fabulous wedding and too many suspects were all the ingredients to this perfect fall read. I had to much fun chatting with Jason about thrillers, writing, Stephen King and parenting. Definitely a conversation not to be missed!

Deborah Goodrich Royce joins me this week and if you know anything about her fabulous career and life, you know she has worn many hats.  We chatted about her latest novel Ruby Falls (now out in paperback), her stint on Beverly Hills 90210, being part of the cult 80's film actor class and SO much more.  She is beyond lovely and I am so lucky to be able to have followed her writing journey from the beginning.  

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https://deborahgoodrichroyce.com

I had the best time chatting with the wiring duo that is Ali Brady.  Ali Brady is made up of writers turned besties, Bradeigh Godfrey and Alison Hammer.  Their debut, The Beach Trap is HGTV meets The Parent Trap and it was one of the funnest beach reads of the summer.  We chat writing, the beach, books and SO MUCH more.  I love sharing this episode on Labor Day as this is the perfect book to take you back to the beach as we approach fall!

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I was so thrilled to chat with Iman Hariri- Kia and celebarate her debut novel, A Hundred Other Girls.  She was such a delight and we chatted her writing process, road to publishing, pop culture and how this debut was a check-in on where The Devil Wears Prada would be, for the digital age.  I loved this inspiring and thought provoking chat!  Plus AHOG was a Barnes and Noble pick of the month, woot-woot!

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https://www.imanharirikia.com

One of my OG guests, Kaira Rouda is back! We reunited to chat her latest novel, Under the Palms. A storm on the horizon, the Kingsleys and a fab hotel are all the ingredients for this beach read. I was so excited to chat with Kaira again. She is so inspiring!

Phyics to thrillers, wonder how Lexie Elliot got her start?  Well I was so excited to sit down and chat with her about her latest mystery, Bright and Deadly Things.  We talk chalets, locations, writing and lots more.  She was a delight to chat with and loved that she went live from one of my favorite places, LONDON!

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https://www.lexieelliott.com

Woo-hoo and welcome to season 2!  I am so thrilled to welcome back one of my most favorite people, Deborah Goodrich Royce!  She is a woman of so many lives and layers and she is back celebrating the release of her third novel, Reef Road.  This is book based on a true crime and explores generational trauma, violence, crime and mystery.  She had so much insight and the inspiration is haunting.  She also was the first to answer my new 2023 Chic List questions!  

Bucket list author alert! Katherine Center joins me to celebrate her latest, Hello Stranger. Another blockbuster rom com! I loved chatting with her about her writing and what her signature recipe is. She is such a delight and I could have talked for hours with her. There is a reason why we all say, we need more Katherine Center!

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https://katherinecenter.com

Bucket list guest, Ruth Ware, Queen of thrills and chills joins me today!  It was a celebration of suspense and mystery with a holiday twist as we discussed her latest story, a part, in the compilation for the legendary and iconic, Agatha Christie.  Her piece in Marple, is set during Christmas that still has all the Agatha ingredients.  I LOVED this chat and hope it helps you kick of the holiday season!

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https://ruthware.com

Queen, Icon, Book legend, Adriana Trigiani joined me for what was a hilarious and inspiring chat. We came together to celebrate the paperback release for The Good Left Undone, a sweeping tale of females, family and unexpected love. I loved it! She chatted about writing, Italian culture, her TV writing days and SO MUCH MORE. Seriously, it was like a Ted talk. If you haven't read any of her backlist, you should have serious FOMO! She is the best.

Follow Adriana for her latest novels and news:

https://adrianatrigiani.com/home/

I was super excited to welcome Kimi Cunningham Grant to Books are Chic to celebrate and discuss her newest thriller, The Nature of Disappearing. Suspense immersed in nature, set to the backdrop to this influencer gone missing story. Kimi was so fun to chat with and I loved hearing how she got started and the inspirations behind her novels.

Could be the longest episode in the history of Books are Chic! Thea Glassman joined me for her 5 star read, Freak, Gleeks and Dawson's Creek- How 7 Teen Shows Transformed Television. This episode was a dream come true! An author who did the greatest deep dive into some of the best television shows who is also a pop culture expert, came to chat with me and nothing was off the table. Thea now joins my circle of pop culture high priestesses (looking at you Erin Carlson!) as she is knowledgeable, thoughtful and really just GETS IT. Enjoy this chat, go on a re-watch or start a show you haven't watched and take this huge dose of nostalgia with you as it is just not the same as it used to be.

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Iconic queen, Jenny Mollen joins me to celebrate her debut novel, City of Likes.  I adored this book as it brings up many timely topics, mainly the force that is social media.  Perfect book club read, beach read and just chic AF book- this is a must read for 2022.  We talk mom stuff, Roblox :), influencing and so much more.  She is the BFF we all need in our lives and I loved our chat.

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https://jennymollen.com

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My Holiday Oprah is here! Viola Shipman. I am always inspired, touched, enlightened and overjoyed to chat with Viola Shipman aka Wade Rouse. He is joy in human form and the best way to usher in the holiday season. We chat his latest, The Wishing Bridge- a small town holiday story with the biggest heart and dose of nostalgia. We chat all the things, clocking in at 60 min. I promise you will love Wade just as much as me after listening to him talk!

The one, the only, Sally Hepworth. Friend, influencer, author, mother- ICON. We are here to talk and celebrate her latest psychological thriller, Darling Girls. Loved it per usual and just love Sally as a human. We talk LIFE, fashion, writing, her career and the inspiration for this book. Think Mommy Dearest meets the TV show Sisters. Always love my chats with Sally!

You all know I love welcoming new authors to Books are Chic and I was so thrilled to welcome Alexandra "Zan" Romanoff for her new romcom, Big Fan. What I loved even more was that Big Fan was the first romance novel under the brand new, women run romance imprint, 831 Stories. Big Fan is a blend of politics, boy bands and a whole lot of heart. It is a bite sized read that will leave you wanting more. Zan and I chatted books, romcoms, pop culture and everything in between. Zan felt like an old friends as did her characters. This book is a perfect fall accessory and the fact we are supporting new bookish imprints is just the icing on the cake.

My love for Kate White runs deep.  It started in 2002 with my purchase of If Looks Could Kill- the first in the Bailey Weggins mystery series.  I. WAS. HOOKED.  Auto-subscribed to anything Kate White would write.  When I got the opportunity to have her on my podcast, all dreams came true.  SHE is iconic, beyond fabulous and the real deal.  You will be hooked on Kate after you listen to this episode.  Plus she talks about her time at cosmo, magazine life and maybe a Bailey novella.

Follow Kate for all her novels and news:

https://www.katewhite.com

I was so thrilled to welcome fellow podcaster and now debut AUTHOR to Books are Chic, Carinn Jade. You may know her from her own bookish podcast, Pop Fiction Women but now she has her debut thriller, The Astrology House. If you love murder mysteries White Lotus and astrology, this one is for you. This is a perfect beach read. I had so much fun chatting books, writing, our SIGNS, research, inso for the book and so much more. I can't wait to see what more is to come from Carrin. P.S. She got the shoutouts of all shoutouts on The Today Show from Emily Giffin. You know this book is not to be missed!

Stone Cold Fox is one of my favorite 2023 reads, thus far!  A big claim to make but a BIG BOOK!  I had SO MUCH FUN chatting with debut author, Rachel Koller Croft.  We chatted about writing, thrillers, leading ladies, inspiration and so much more.  This book is just too good for words, you just need to read it!  It is a People pick of the week and was just optioned for TV, with Rachel at the writing helm!

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https://www.rachelkollercroft.com

I was so thrilled to welcome Catherine McKenzie to the podcast to chat her latest thriller, Please Join Us!  This chat was a long time coming and bucket list item for me as I have followed Catherine for years and she did not disappoint.  We talk cults, thrillers, writing and even a teaser of her upcoming thriller (out in June!).  She was so much fun and I hope you enjoy this chat as much as I did and read Please Join Us!  Perfect fall, twisty, cult read.

Follow Catherine for her latest novels and news:

https://catherinemckenzie.com

If you love the Housewives, reality TV, pop culture, beach reads and insider TV gossip then this episode of BAC is for you. I am joined by Real Housewife of Toronto, Kara Alloway also debut author of a FUN summer beach read, Most Hated. We chatted ALL the things- TV, inside scoop, writing, Hollywood and so much more. She was so much fun to chat with and really gave insight into so much more than I thought!

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https://karaalloway.com

Another bucket list author, JT Ellison stopped by and she was everything and more!  We celebrated her latest release, It's One of Us- a thrilling suspense novel filled with twists and turns.  I couldn't read it fast enough.  I LOVED chatting with JT to hear her story as well as the inspiration behind this book.

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https://www.jtellison.com

The godmother of book influencing is on Books are Chic today, to celebrate her fiction debut, Blank. THE ZIBBY OWENS. Her story is incredible. Her work ethic is enviable. Her vibe is inspiring. I loved Blank and know her fans and book lovers will too. It was fun, had heart but also was a tribute to books and authors and everything in between. I so enjoyed this chat, as Zibby is so excited about books and writing that you can't help but be as equally excited. She is the friend you'd love to get lost in a bookstore with.

Thrills and chills with best-selling author Kaira Rouda as we celebrate her latest release, Somebody's Home.  Kaira is like the best book buddy that you have always needed.  We talk books, writing, killer authors and Real Housewives- yes all the things.

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https://kairarouda.com

She is an auto-buy for me and was on my dream guest list!  I am so thrilled to welcome Lucy Clarke to Books are Chic!  I absolutely loved One of the Girls and you will be a Lucy super fan after you read it.  We chat writing (she has a beach writing hut people), thrillers, her upcoming TV series and so much more.

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http://www.lucy-clarke.com

Kathleen West joins me for a fun and popular very relevant conversation about kids sports and competitive parenting as we celebrate her latest novel, Home or Away.  She was such a delight and joined live from her classroom,  Books are Chic first :)  She is an author, mom and teacher- woman of all trades!

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https://www.kathleenwestbooks.com

One of my all time faves returned to Books are Chic after missing last year, which will never happen again- Annabel Monaghan. We celebrated the release of Summer Romance which is a perfect summer read with romance and heart. It has some spice, some humor and truly is a love letter to moms of the mom figure in your life. Annabel is a true inspiration and just so humble and wonderful. I LOVE chatting with her and am so happy we could reunite.

Chic. That is what this book is. When I say books are chic, this book is the epitome of just that. I LOVE a good non-fiction fashion history book so much so that I have a whole bookcase dedicated to the genre. When I heard about Nancy's book, I knew it was a must-read and it did not disappoint. If you love fashion, this is for you. If you love history, this is for you. If you love New York, this is for you. The thought, research and detail Nancy put into this book is unmatched. She is an expert for a reason and this book is an investment piece if there ever was one.

Holly James of the rom com novel, The Deja Glitch stopped by! Holly holds a pHD and is a scientist (data!) by day, rom com writer by night! She was so much fun with chat with and had great writing tips, rom com recs and more!

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https://hollyjamesbooks.com

Welcome to season 3! I am beyond excited to be starting season 3 with the Reese's Book Club pick for January, a Book of the Month Selection, Jordy's Inaugural Book Club pick, and MANY, MANY more accolades, best of lists....the AH-mazing and my new friend, Ashley Elston- author of First Lie Wins. FLW is a cat and mouse, twisty, thriller that keeps you on your toes and introduces a fab leading lady. Ashley and I discuss her writing journey, all of the success and celebration around the book, our love for the show ALIAS and a new drink that we all must try! Ashley felt like an old friend and I loved this chat! Happy 2024!

This episode is for the record books. If you ask me, "Court, I need a really great thriller?" one of my recommendations will always be, Look Closer by David Ellis. Clocking in at almost 2 hours, David gave me so much of his time, his story, insight, inspiration and so much more. We probably could have chatted all day. His latest, The Best Lies, is a twisty, police/FBI/lawyer driven tale with the classic Ellis recipe of bad guys who may be good buys, OMG twists and devious, deceitful behavior. He shared insight on his writing with James Patterson, days as an appeals judge, his writing inspiration and so much more.

Reese's Witherspoon's Book Club pick alumi, Sarah Pearse joins me to chat about her second thriller, The Retreat.  I LOVED this book.  This was a classic throwback to Agatha and Mrs. Marple herself.  I loved chatting with Sarah and hearing her process and journey.  I promise you, you will love The Retreat.  I even moved The Sanatorium up in my TBR, I loved detective Elin Warner, that much!

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https://sarahpearse.co.uk

I had so much welcoming Caro Carver, all the way from Scotland, to Books are Chic! We celebrated the release of her thriller, Bad Tourists. A girls trip in a magical location with murder, sign me up. We talked writing, beauty products, our love for thrillers, travel, the importance of setting and so much more. She was such a delight and am excited to see what is to come from her.

I really don't know what is more chic than a book about Taylor Swift and her style? I'll wait....

Sarah Chapelle the brains and style behind the instagram handle, Taylor Swift Styled, has thoughtfully written and curated the most epic book of all things T Swift style. The must-have for any Swift fan, fashion lover or pop culture enthusiast. I had the best time talking all things Taylor, fashion and Eras tour with Sarah and celebrating this chic and stylish must-have.

I had the pleasure of chatting with Maya Henry, whose debut novel, Looking Froward is inspired by events from her life. She is a student, model, actress and activist and this book was a work of love, awareness and truth. Her story is worldwide, taking you all over, but also is a voice for women. Mal and Oliver are a love story like no other. The format of the book was so unique and really made the reading experience captivating. I also loved that I was her FIRST podcast, she was a pro!

Former Bachelorette now fab rom-com author, Hannah Brown joins me today to celebrate her new novel, Mistakes We Never Made. I loved this debut from Hannah. It had heart, laughs and great character connections. Browns writing felt seasoned and relatable. We chatted writing, inspiration, the shift from reality TV to books and so much more. You will read this delight of a book, wanting more from Brown and solidifying her place in the romance world.

The FINAL episode of the year is here and it is a good one! Book of the Month and Target Bookclub selection pick, Emma Grey is here with The Last Love Note. A book that I devoured. All the feels with a story that inspired it that will pull at your heartstrings. Emma and I talk inspiration, 90's romcoms, books and so much more.

Once More From the Top is a nostalgic journey that will have you thinking of all your most favorite singers as well as all your most favorite high school memories. I had the best time chatting with Emily Layden and celebrating this book. We chatted the importance of music, writing, pop culture and so much more. If you loved Daisy Jones and the Six, you will devour this novel!

I loved celebrating the release and a Book of the Month selection as well as a Hoda and Jenna Recommended Summer read, The Lifestyle with author Taylor Hahn.  The book is such a fun summer read and IYKYK the premise is GASP!  We laughed and chatted all things debut novels, writing all while still practicing law.  

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https://www.taylorhahn.com

Avery Carpenter Forrey's debut novel, Social Engagements was one of my faves of the summer. It is a literary cocktail with all the garnishes needed for a delectable summer read. I had the BEST time meeting and chatting with Avery about writing, motherhoo, her time at the Skimm and so much more. She felt like an old friend.

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https://www.averycarpenterforrey.com

I was so thrilled to be able to chat with Hannah Orenstien and celebrate her latest release, Meant to be Mine.  I LOVED this book so much and our chat consisted of nostalgia, grandparent love, matchmaking and so much more.  It was like a fabulous chat with an old friend.

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https://www.instagram.com/hannahorens/?hl=en

So thrilled to share this episode on PUB Day! I loved Raiders of the Lost Heart by Jo Segura. Spice, romance, banter and a lush setting are all the ingredients in this enemies-to-lovers delight! I loved chatting with debut author Segura about her journey, the book and so much more. If you love The Lost City, Indiana Jones and Romancing the Stone this is the perfect holiday gift for you!

Best-selling author Jeneva Rose joins me for this weeks bonus episode!  We are talking beauty, books and murder with her latest, One Of Us is Dead.  Jeneva is a must follow on social media as she was at the forefront of Book-Tok with her hilarious videos about her books and writing.  We first caught up in 2020 and it has been so much fun to watch her build an amazing career.  She just signed a 5 book deal!

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https://www.jenevarose.com

Think bad a** mom who is also a killer but is also a wife and friend and throw her into the leading role of Asia Mackay's latest, A Serial Killer's Guide to Marriage. This was such a fun read and I loved the main character, Haze. She had a little bit of all moms who are trying their best to parent, be a partner, friend and all the things in between- some of which may be killing bad guys. I loved chatting with Asia as we talked about motherhood, friendships and so much more.

I had the privilege of chatting with Sarah Labrie to celebrate her debut memoir, No One Gets to Fall Apart. This book has garnered amazing reviews from the New York Times and Oprah Magazine and it is worthy of them all. It is open, honest and authentic to Labrie's voice. I loved having the opportunity to chat with her about her process and her story. We chat mental illness, adult friendship and persisting through life. While this book is tiny it packs a punch with thought and emotion.

The fabulous writing duo of Taylor Hutton joined me on pub day to celebrate their debut dark romance, Strike and Burn. It has romance, mystery, murder, SPICE and drama. A perfect dark romance recipe that only Hutton could do. I loved talking to these two about their process, how they came to be, romance and so much more. I loved Julie and Adele! They were so much fun and their admiration and respect for each other is clearly the secret ingredient to their success.

I was so thrilled to welcome Kat St. John to Books are Chic!  I have been lucky enough to chat with her for her first two books and there was no exception for her latest, The Vicious Circle.  If you love a fast paced thriller driven by a determined protangist then this is for you!  It also has cult vibes which are my favorite.  We talk books, writing, all things Kat and so much more.  If you have yet to read her back list, start there!  She is an auto-buy author for me and love her books so much!

Bucket list guests, dream duo and New York Times best-selling authors, Greer Hendricks and Sarah Pekkanen join me this week and it was more that I could have imagined.  We talked their writing process, books, BEAUTY, and celebrated their latest best-seller- The Golden Couple.  It was beyond fun and I have to say Greer's book to lipstick choice was one of the best I have ever heard :)

Follow Greer and Sarah for their latest novels and news:

http://greerhendricks.com

https://www.sarahpekkanen.com

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So excited to welcome Sophie Wan to Books are Chic. We are celebrating her novel, Women of Good Fortune. We talk writing, culture, weddings and so much more. This was such a fun read and Carley Fortune called it, "a glittering debut!" and I couldn't agree more!

I was so thrilled to welcome Michelle Gable to Books are Chic. A long-time supporter and fan, I feel like I have known Michelle for years so it was so fun to finally "meet". We were there to celebrate her latest novel, The Beautiful People. A story that defines chic and take place in the jet set world with Lilly Pulitzer and Slim Aarons. We talk writing, glamour, research and so much more.

Pip Drysdale writes a thriller that sucks you in and makes you not want to stop turning the pages. The Close Up, her latest, centers around a writer and her stalker who is acting out the pages of her first book. It is tense and twisty. But also she had me at stalker. I was so excited to welcome her to Books are Chic to chat about the inspiration for this book as well as celebrate it. She was open and honest about her past and I appreciated her sharing. We chatted thrillers, writing and so much more.

I was so excited to welcome NYT best-selling author, Morgan Matson to Books are Chic to celebrate her newest YA Rom-Com- The Ballad of Darcy and Russell. I loved this joyful book! If you love music, young love, road-trips and family stories, you will devour this book. We talk writing, Taylor Swift, books and so much more! We need more Morgan in this world!

One of my most favorite, auto-buy authors stops bye, Carola Lovering, to celebrate her latest Can't Look Away.  This book is one of my top 2022 reads.  There is some romance and thrills and chills- the best combo.  She tops herself every book.  We chat Stevie Nicks, favorite books and her upcoming Hulu series.

Follow Carola for her latest novels and news:

http://www.carolalovering.com

I love when the universe just knows. I had no clue I would be posting my 100th episode today and it just happened to be with one of my most favorite authors and people, Fiona Davis. Her newest novel, OUT TODAY, is her best one yet. Set at Radio City and centering around the Rocketttes and a NYC bomber, this is the epitome of a chic historical thriller. I LOVED IT. We chatted the inspo behind the book, being a GMA, NYT best-selling author AND JUNE Book of the Month pick!!! She is the most fabulous and I LOVE that she is my 100th episode.

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https://www.fionadavisbooks.com

Katie joined me from the UK to celebrate her debut, The Girls of Summer. A slow burn psychological suspense that is perfect for your beach bag!

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https://www.katiebishopwrites.com

Jaclyn Goldis joined Books are Chic from Tel-Aviv to celebrate her thriller debut, The Chateau. You all know I love a girls trip gone wrong and this one was one for the beach bags. We chatted 90's love, books, writing, traveling, all the things. She was such a delight!

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https://www.jaclyngoldis.com

So my new BFF's, Aurey and Emily wrote and debut called Emma of 83rd Street and we spent over an hour chatting about it. ROM COM, beach reading joy, at it's finest. We talked writing, rom coms, all versions of Emma, Clueless, 90210 ( duh!, my people!) and even Felicity! I loved this duo SO much! If you want instant happiness, this is the book for you!

Follow Emily and Audrey for their latest novels and news:

https://www.audreyandemily.com

I was so happy to welcome and chat with the delightful Jeanne Mackin. She is a historical fiction master giving thoughtful and meaningful detail to her stories as well as the figures she depicts. We talked research, inspiration and her start! I loved getting to know more about her process. Picasso's Lovers is out on 1/23 and it is a story about Picasso, his women, mothers and daughters and so much more.

Viola Shipman aka Wade Rouse is back and better than ever with his latest, A Wish for Winter, now one of my all time favorite holiday reads.  I really can't sum up the meaning of this episode or my love for Wade.  He is magic.  Just listen and hopefully this will spark some holiday JOY!

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https://violashipman.com

We all know her ~ mom, influencer, OOTD queen and reality TV maven, Stassi Schroeder is back with her third book, You Can't Have it All. I was fortunate enough to chat with Stassi this summer after reading the book. My first comment to her was she should be so proud; for speaking up about motherhood, marriage and all the things in between. She has come so far from her SUR days and it was so fun to chat her journey. I laughed outloud with this book and thought it would make such a great bookclub book. SO many little nuggets that will inspire you, will have you calling your mom friends and appreciating the little things in life.

ANNOUCEMENT! I am SO thrilled to welcome back my friend, Kristy Woodson Harvey to celebrate her upcoming novel, A Happier Life. I say this all the time but THIS is my favorite of hers. A love letter to Beaufort, to grandparents and to living your best truth and life- this is the the quintessential beach read. We talk writing, inspirations, her love for South Carolina and so much more. We ALSO discuss our upcoming EVENT! Listen up for more details. I can't even wait!

If you love Bad Sisters, you will love Kristen Bird's latest thriller, I Love it When You Lie.  Kristen is in her own genre which is a mix of women's fiction, suspense and thrills.  This book had sisterhood, murder, the lengths we go for family and so much more.  I loved chatting with her to hear about her upbringing and inspirations.  She was a delight and so much fun to chat with.

Follow Kristen for her latest novels and news:

https://www.kristenbird.com

I had the best time welcoming back JT Ellison to Books are Chic! We had the best talk when she first came on for her book, It's One of Us as I appreciated her openness on the subject matter and respected her way to speak her truth through story. I was more than thrilled to read and celebrate her latest, A Very Bad Thing. Murder, stalking, the book world and a high profile author- all things that are the perfect recipe for a thriller. We caught up, talked writing, author life and what that is like and so much more.

Bradeigh Godfrey's debut novel, Imposter, is a page turning tale of two sisters and the secrets that follow them.  I LOVED this book and if you listen to the chat you will hear me talk about how I was shocked this was Bradeigh's debut!  It is that good.  She is also part of the writing duo, Ali Brady.  We talk medical mysteries, her day job, getting started writing and all the things.  I loved chatting with her!

Follow Bradeigh for her latest novels and news:

https://bradeighgodfrey.com

Colleen McKeegan joined me this week to celebrate her latest novel, Rip Tide. I was so excited to have her on! This book was layer, upon layer of drama, mystery, a little romance and a whole lot of 2000's nostalgia. Top notch beach read ingredients. I loved chatting with Colleen about our own memories of the early '00's, writing, reading, sisters, beach towns and motherhood. It was such a fun discussion and she is such a gem. Can't wait to see what is to come from her!

She's part of Friends and Fiction, NYT best-selling author and on my author bucket list for years and now she is here! Was SO thrilled to welcome Patti Callahan Henry to Books are Chic to chat her latest, The Secret Book of Flora Lea. She was such a delight and we chatted books, style and so much more. You will devour Flora Lea, it was magical, mysterious and all the things. Follow Patti for her latest novels and news: https://www.patticallahanhenry.com

You all know I love to support a debut author so I will thrilled when Nicole Hackett joined me to celebrate her debut thriller, The Perfect Ones. TPO tackles a influencer trip gone wrong with many twists and turns and an atmospheric vibe. I loved chatting with Nicole and the BEST thing we can do is support her by reading this book!

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https://nicolehackettbooks.com

Happy Pub day to today's guest, Catherine Steadman! Think Squid Game meets The Game. Lies, puzzles, race against time and so much more in this white knuckle thriller. She and I talked being an OG Reese pick, writing, her time acting, thrillers and so much more. Catherine was such a delight and this book is perfect summer time reading.

Beyond thrilled, honored and excited to welcome Olivia Muneter to Books are Chic. You may know her from a little, old podcast called Bad on Paper! YES, you know the one. You will now know her as an incredible thriller author. Her debut, Such a Bad Influence has so many layers to it, bringing forth so many relevant topics. Did someone say great bookclub book? The dark side to social media, influencers, family relationships, cults, missing people- ALL THE THINGS! You will be flipping these pages so fast and who better to talk about social media than someone who knows it and lives it. I loved this chat for so many reasons but love the most being able to support Olivia and this fabulous book.

Joy! Katherine Center is the human form of joy and we are all the better for her books and presence in the book world. I was so thrilled to chat with her AGAIN about the most delightful, latest romance, The Rom-Commers. We had an epic chat and talked romance, books, the need for more JOY and so much more. I left feeling elated and HAPPY! Like I say in the episode, we all need MORE Katherine Center in our lives!

 NEW EPISODE AND Pub day celebration! So thrilled to welcome back one of my favorites, @rebecca_serle  Her latest, Expiration Dates has the signature Serle charm, magic and heart and will have you misty eyed in no time  We had the best chat about books, writing, dating, her WEDDING and so much more  Like her books, she is such a delight  @atriabooks #bookpodcast #podcastersofinstagram #booklover #bookstagram #booksbooksbooks #bookshelf #rebeccaserle

Queen, Icon, Legend, @dannypellegrino joined me on @booksarechic and all I can say is WHAT 👏🏻 A 👏🏻 DREAM 👏🏻 If you are a fan, follower, reader or listener of Danny, I can tell you he is exactly how you hoped he would be. Charming, funny, sparkly, smart, the BRIGHTEST light ✨ This was a bucket list author for me and it’s never lost on me how lucky I am to be able to talk to people like Danny. We united to celebrate his holiday essay collection, Jolliest Bunch @sourcebooks AND his brand new @hallmarkchannel movie, Deck the Walls- the perfect holiday aperitif. 🎄 I can’t begin to list all we chatted about but I can say- @jcchasezofficial , @beverlyhills90210 , nostalgic Disney plushies, books, Bravo, @erinleighcarlson , the list is endless 🙌🏻 This literally was a highlight of my year and my entire podcast career. Thank you Danny for the gift of you, you are ALL the JOY we need in this crazy world! 🫶🏻

@katespencer - queen, icon, legend is on Books are Chic. MY podcast. 😱 As a fan of @forever35podcast and now her delectable rom-coms, this guest and episode are truly a dream. 💥 I was so happy to celebrate her latest novel, One Last Summer! Summer, Romance, Boston- all the perfect ingredients for a beachy literary cocktail! Kate is the real deal. She gave me more than enough of her time, clocking in over an hour! We talked life, products, favorite rom coms, books, BOSTON and what the future holds for Kate after Forever 35! I could have talked to her for hours. She truly feels like your BFF. 💕 @readforeverpub #bookpodcast #podcastersofinstagram #forever35 #katespencer #summerreading #beachreads #bookstagram #booklover #romcom #romcombooks

Annbel Monaghan's debut adult novel, Nora Goes off Script is on every must- read summer, beach read list, and rightfully so! It’s a delightful rom-com about second chances at life and love in the most unlikely places.  I was so thrilled to have the chance to chat with Annabel and talk writing, themes songs of our lives, the Hallmark channel and so much more! (We had a glitch so the episode is recorded in 2 parts!)

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http://annabelmonaghan.com

Thriller author, Samantha Downing joined me to celebrate her latest, A Twisted Love Story. A toxic relationship reminiscent of True Romance. We chatted writing, books and so much more.

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https://www.samanthadowning.com

Thriller author Amy Stuart joins me this week and we discuss crossing genres, inspiration for the book, writing, etc. This book has the perfect fall spooky, vibes. Amy was so fun!

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http://www.amystuart.ca

The Last Mrs. Parrish is one of my top favorite reads of all time so I was thrilled when Liv Constantine joined me to celebrate their latest, The Senator's Wife. A perfect beach thriller. We had so much fun chatting early books, inspiration and being chosen as a Reese's Book Club pick!

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https://livconstantine.com

I knew I wanted to interview Peter because one, The Kind Worth Killing is one of my all time favorite thrillers and two, he is a North Shore guy and well that takes the cake! Peter was such a fun interview. We chatted thrillers, Boston, his inspiration and so much more. A Talent for Murder is his latest thriller and continues with story of Lily Kitner, one of my fave characters, but can also be read as a stand alone.

Books are Chic first!  Husband and wife writing duo, Emily and Austin join me!  We are here to celebrate their latest, Do I Know You? A not your typical rom-com but oh so good.  We talk marriage, writing, Taylor Swift and books!  They were so much fun and I was so inspired and impressed after our conversation.  Enjoy!

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https://www.emilyandaustinwrite.com

New York Times Best-Selling author, Lisa Unger joins me for her latest thriller, Secluded Cabin Sleeps Six.  If you like The Watcher on Netflix, you will love this creepy, twisty read.  We talk all things books, scary cabins and her Zoom with Jessica Alba- listen to find out why!  She is thriller royalty and was everything and more!

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https://lisaunger.com

One of the many reasons I love the internet is when you meet people who feel like friends you had growing up. This is how I feel about Audrey and Emily. Not only do I love their books but I just love their conversation, energy and sparkle. We were reunited over their latest rom-com, Elizabeth of East Hampton, which I devoured. We chatted writing, book tour, Hamptons, Austen and FELICITY! You will adore them once you listen to this chat.

Ummm no words for this episode.  Viola (aka Wade Rouse) is my new BFF.  I LOVED this chat.  His story and message is so important and special and I can't wait for people to hear what he has to say!  We talk fashion, books, writing and so much more in this jam packed chat.  His latest, The Edge of Summer is out now and a perfect beach bag companion.

Follow Viola for his latest novels and news:

https://violashipman.com

Queen of thrillers, Kimberly Belle joins me on the second installment of Books are Chic. Tune in as we talk all things books, writing, lip gloss and killers reads!  Her latest My Darling Husband is out now and we have you glued to the pages.

You can follow Kimberly for all of her book releases, news and Killer Authors Club at: https://www.kimberlybellebooks.com

I had the best chat about voodoo, writing and family with one of this year's Read with Jenna picks, Diane Marie Brown.  We are celebrating her debut novel, Black Candle Women.  Her journey to this novel was so inspiring.  She was so much fun to chat with and fun fact- she loves Bravo!  

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https://www.dianemariebrown.com

Just a thanks for all the listeners and followers!  It was an AH-mazing Season 1 of Books are Chic and I will be back in 2023 with Season 2!  

One of my favorite chats that I had when I started my Zoom chats was with Jane L. Rosen and her notorious novel :), Eliza Starts a Rumor so I was MORE than excited to celebrate her latest, A Shoe Story.  A chic novel with so much heart, set amongst one of the best accessories- shoes!  We chat writing, shoes, fashion and BRUCE SPRINGSTEEN!  

First time chatting with the fabulous and best-selling author, Sarah Jio!  We talk all things beauty, books and her latest novel, With Love from London which is the perfect dreamy, escapist read.

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https://sarahjio.com

The delightful and hilarious Marilyn Simon Rothstein is my guest in this episode and we are celebrating her latest book is Crazy to Leave You!  We had the best time chatting about writing, her career (Seventeen magazine!), AD agency and Mad Men!

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https://www.marilynsimonrothstein.com

I had the best time chatting with former Reese Witherspoon pick, Andi Bartz about her latest, The Spare Room. We talked writing, reading and why she brought the pandemic into her latest thriller.

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https://www.andreabartz.com

Dark, disturbing, twisty and a must-read is how I describe Rachel Kapelke- Dale's last novel, The Ingenue.  She chatted with me all the way from Paris!  We had SO much fun chatting writing, books and inspiration.  I can't wait for her next novel!

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http://rachelkapelkedale.com

The Break by Katie Sise was an edge of your seat page turner that reminded me of those early days of motherhood.  With a new mom who is recovering from a traumatic birth and a missing babysitter, this book was riveting to read.  I was so happy to welcome Katie to Books are Chic and celebrate this latest psychological thriller.  We talked writing, motherhood and some of our favorite thrillers!

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https://www.katiesise.com

One of my auto-buy, all time favorites is here AGAIN for her latest, Bye, Baby. Carola Lovering is BACK with another psychological, toxic thriller that questions friendship. We had the best time chatting adult friendships, making friends, life after kids and so much more. I always LOVE chatting with her.

Samantha Bailey joins me this week as we celebrate her latest thriller, Watch Out for Her- an absolute must read.  Sam is such a delight and she has been on my bucket guest list for a while now.  We talk all things books, writing, thrillers and manifesting Sam's writing shed :)  I loved chatting with her.

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https://samanthambailey.com

This felt like years in the making. I have interviewed so many connections with Susie but never the author herself. I was so thrilled to welcome her to Books are Chic for her latest, Anna Bright is Hiding Something- a little Anna Delvey and a little Elizabeth Holmes. Yes Please! We had a great chat about her writing, inspiration and the Thursday Author's Club!

Bucket list, dream guest Kate Kennedy joined me for a discussion of one of my favorite 2024 reads, One In A Millenial. If I could summarize my nostalgia and feelings in a book, this is it. Just trust me. It is a celebration pop culture moments in the 90's, 00's and today woven with the most perfect cultural commentary that only Kennedy can do. You will laugh, you will cry, you will find yourself reaching out to your oldest friends.

Kate and I chatted, Taylor, Jessie Spano, sleepovers, motherhood, school supplies and everything else. I could have talked to her for hours. She has a way in her podcast, Be There In Five, of making you feel like she is sitting right beside you, a friend right there with you and that is how this book feels. A fun convo with your bestest friend and I am jealous for anyone who gets to read it for the first time.

My first guest ever on Books are Chic, Jamie Brenner, returns!  She is one of my most favorite people and I adored this book.  We chat gems, books and so much more on the packed episode. It is honestly always the most fun with Jamie and I hope you all pick up a copy of Gilt! Bonus, there is a Chic List "Gilt Edition" curated especially for this episode.

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https://www.jamiebrenner.com