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Anton and Nicole have some early suggestions for your holiday shopping. Plus, author Alma Katsu draws on her years of intelligence experience to explore the consequences of social media and digital influencers in her latest novel Incarnate. As one the earliest analysts to study social media, Katsu has unique understanding of how it's created unintended havoc in our lives. Incarnate is a modern day retelling of the Picture of Dorian Gray, that will make you question the faces we present online versus the faces we have in the real world. Shop These Titles Here: https://politics-prose.com/list/so-many-books-episode-17 Sign up for Libro.fm and get three audiobooks for the price of one: https://libro.fm/membership?mp=POLITICSANDPROSE&bookshop=politicsandprose Follow us on Instagram @SOMANYBOOKSPOD Music: "Balkan Jingle" by Tjalle

It's spooky season! Allison stops by to discuss her essential Halloween reads- or "Hallowreads". From cozy haunted house books to scary stories that will keep you up all night, Allison has got you covered. Plus, we interviewed horror novelist Keith Rosson about his latest novel "Crone". Mixing crime fiction and horror, Rosson weaves together a tale of biker gangs, witchcraft, and redemption in the Pacific Northwest. Shop These Titles Here: https://politics-prose.com/list/so-many-books-episode-16 Sign up for Libro.fm and get three audiobooks for the price of one: https://libro.fm/membership?mp=POLITICSANDPROSE&bookshop=politicsandprose Follow us on Instagram @SOMANYBOOKSPOD Music: "Balkan Jingle" by Tjalle

Author Min Jin Lee (Pachinko, American Hagwon) stops by the pod to suggest three books that deal with love. Plus, Anton and Nicole recommend some new titles for spooky season. And lastly, Mishy interviews Aaron Mahnke, author and host of the LORE podcast about his new book "Exhumed: Unearthing the History of the American Vampire". Shop These Titles Here: https://politics-prose.com/list/so-many-books-episode-15 Sign up for Libro.fm and get three audiobooks for the price of one: https://libro.fm/membership?mp=POLITICSANDPROSE&bookshop=politicsandprose Follow us on Instagram @SOMANYBOOKSPOD Music: "Balkan Jingle" by Tjalle

Rob and Amber of the Romance Review return to interview Laura Piper Lee on her novel "Pot Shot" as well as her latest novel "Doomsdate"- out now! Plus, Academy Award winning actor Ke Huy Quan talks about writing his memoir for the fans. Shop These Titles Here: https://politics-prose.com/list/so-many-books-episode-14 Sign up for Libro.fm and get three audiobooks for the price of one: https://libro.fm/membership?mp=POLITICSANDPROSE&bookshop=politicsandprose Music: "Balkan Jingle" by Tjalle

Our very own Susan Coll stops by to discuss her latest novel "Word Salad", which is set in an independent bookstore (but not any one in particular...). Plus, Marlon James stops by to discuss working through writers block. Lastly, Anton and Nicole discuss their favorite new reads this September. Be sure to add these to your TBR pile asap! Shop These Titles Here: https://politics-prose.com/list/so-many-books-episode-13 Sign up for Libro.fm and get three audiobooks for the price of one: https://libro.fm/membership?mp=POLITICSANDPROSE&bookshop=politicsandprose Music: "Balkan Jingle" by Tjalle

In this episode, Rob interviews legendary DC writer George Pelecanos about his latest novel "The Blue Flame". George also explains how he's creating a document of the city in his work. Plus, Nicole chats with Ayelet Waldman about her latest novel "A Perfect Hand" and why it's ok to escape sometimes. Shop These Titles Here: https://politics-prose.com/list/so-many-books-episode-12 Music: "Balkan Jingle" by Tjalle

Anton and Nicole have some offbeat paperback recs for everyone. Plus, Sigrid Nunez stops by to discuss her short story collection, "It Will Come Back To You", and how she was surprised to find herself writing so many short stories. Shop These Titles Here: https://politics-prose.com/list/so-many-books-episode-11 Music: "Balkan Jingle" by Tjalle

Casey and Grant give a full run down of their favorite music books and biographies with many a fun digression. Tune in for thoughts on the literary career of Robbie Robertson, Beastie Boys trivia, Sly Stone vs. The Beach Boys, and more! You can shop Casey and Grants recommendations here: https://politics-prose.com/list/so-many-books-episode-10 Music: "Balkan Jingle" by Tjalle

Anton and Nicole have an incredible list of books to add to your TBR pile. Plus, Rushad stops by to talk history books and how they provide backstory to everything happening in our lives. Shop these titles Here: https://politics-prose.com/list/so-many-books-episode-9 Music: "Balkan Jingle" by Tjalle

Welcome to the eighth episode of So Many Books. Nicole sat down with Paige Lewis to discuss their debut novel "Canon", and how writers shape the universe of their stories. Plus, Joyce scholar, Chris Griffin, explains the meaning behind Bloomsday and the best ways to read Ulysses. Find the titles mentioned here: https://politics-prose.com/list/so-many-books-episode-8 Music: "Balkan Jingle" by Tjalle

Anton and Nicole run down this month's must read new titles. Plus, Rob and Amber return to interview Madeline Bell, author of their favorite recent romance book- The Austen Affair. Shop these titles and more here: https://politics-prose.com/list/so-many-books-episode-7 Music by "Balkan Jingle" Tjalle

In this bonus episode, we're flashing back to our first episode conversation between Amber and Rob about their thoughts on the Romance genre. Next month, Rob and Amber will return to interview a very special guest. Stay Tuned! Music: "Balkan Jingle" by Tjalle

On the latest episode of So Many Books, Douglas Stuart discusses his latest novel "John of John." He also explains how his background in textiles and weaving informs his writing process. Plus, Yann Martel considers the Iliad and the myths behind the Trojan War. He also reads a passage from his new novel "Son of Nobody" Find these titles and more at www.politics-prose.com Music: "Balkan Jingle" by Tjalle

Our head book buyer Anton is back with his list of can't miss books for this May. Plus, we talked to Lindy West about her new memoir "Adult Braces." Find all titles mentioned here: https://politics-prose.com/list/so-many-books-episode-5 Music is "Balkan Jingles" by Tjalle

Our staffers Bob, Mishy, Sayan, and Claire read from some of their favorite poems for National Poetry Month. Plus, a tribute to the late Book World section of the Washington Post- featuring Marie Arana, Rita Dove, Michael Dirda, and Ron Charles. All featured poems are in the public domain. Music: "Balkan Jingles" by Tjalle