Books & Looks

#101 - From Wall Street to Whodunnit: An Author's Tale of Tenacity

Today I Interview Robert Jackowski, author of the self-published mystery novel "Murder at the Hall". Robert shares his journey from a 40-year career on Wall Street to becoming a first-time novelist in retirement. He discusses the inspiration behind..…

#100 - The Untold Story of Prohibition's Leading Ladies with Gioia Diliberto

You think you know the story of Prohibition, but do you know the women behind it all? In "Firebrands", Gioia Diliberto uncovers the hidden history of four trailblazing women who fought for and against Prohibition. From the fierce ambition of Mabel...

#99 - An Isle of Wight Christmas Whodunit with Novelist Mary Grand

Author Mary Grand transports readers to the Isle of Wight in her captivating Christmas mystery, "A Christmas Murder." In this episode, Mary shares her journey to becoming a published author in her 50s and reveals the real-life inspirations behind her…

#98 - 13 Must-Read Books for Your Holiday Wish List

Why settle for generic "best book" lists this holiday season? In this episode, you'll get my personal take on the most engaging, surprising and thought-provoking books from a year of author interviews. Uncover hidden gems like the...

#97 - The Remarkable 18th-Century Tale of Clara the Celebrity Rhino

Ever wondered what it would be like to tour Europe with a pet rhino? In this episode, author Jillian Forsberg shares the unbelievable true story behind her novel The Rhino Keeper. Discover the joys, challenges, and surprising insights Forsberg gleane…

#96 - Irene Daria: How Schools Fail to Teach Reading (And What Parents Can Do)

Two-thirds of American children grow up without knowing how to read well. Is your child's school setting them up for failure? Irene Daria, author of "I Didn't Believe Him," shares her shocking discovery of how schools are using disproven methods to..…

#95 - Abbott Kahler's "Eden Undone": Sex, Murder & the Search for Utopia

Looking for your next unputdownable read? Dive into "Eden Undone," Abbott Kahler's meticulously researched true adventure saga of a utopian experiment gone horribly wrong in the Galapagos Islands. In this episode, Kahler shares the most shocking...

#94 - "Street Fight": Anne Morrissy Uncovers Chicago's Forgotten Taxi Wars

Hop in the backseat for a wild ride through Chicago's Taxi Wars with author Anne Morrissy! Her book "Street Fight" is your GPS to a time when hailing a cab meant risking your life. You'll learn the secrets behind the cutthroat competition, the...

#93 - Bouncing Through History: Sarah Albee's Rubber-Fueled Adventure

As a parent or educator, are you always on the lookout for books that make learning fun? Look no further than Sarah Albee's imaginative non-fiction works. In this episode, Albee shares her secrets for transforming complex subjects into engaging...

#92 - Inside the Opioid Epidemic: Laura Essay Talks Her New Legal Novel & Years of Research

In this eye-opening interview, author Laura Essay discusses her new legal novel "Side Effects Are Minimal" and shares insights from her years of research into the opioid epidemic. Essay, a former attorney, delves into the complexities of the crisis,.…