Executive Director of the National Book Foundation Lisa Lucas discusses the The National Book Awards, the publishing industry, and developing young readers.For some of Lisa's interviews with authors and more literature-loving content, visit:

Meg Wolitzer

Jun 21st, 2018 13m 35s

New York Times best-selling author Meg Wolitzer discusses female protagonists, the value of nuance, and being published at age 23. Her latest book is The Female Persuasion.For a video interview with Meg and more literature-loving content, vi

Steve Berry

Jun 14th, 2018 9m 2s

Historical fiction author Steve Berry discusses why history matters, the value of persistence, and writing what you love. His latest book is The Bishop's Pawn.For a video interview with Steve and fellow best-selling thriller writers Katherin

Jeffery Deaver

Jun 7th, 2018 19m 39s

Prolific thriller writer Jeffery Deaver shares his theories on writing, why he loves the Bard, and how he keeps readers coming back for more spine-tingling stories. His latest book is The Cutting Edge.For a video interview with Jeffery and fe

Katherine Neville

May 31st, 2018 14m 57s

Novelist Katherine Neville talks swashbuckling stories, speedreading, and the value of a Eurail pass. Her latest novel is The Fire.For a video interview with Katherine and fellow best-selling thriller writers Steve Berry and Jeffrey Deaver (

Jason Reynolds

May 24th, 2018 13m 39s

YA writer Jason Reynolds sits down with National Book Foundation executive director and friend of the podcast, Lisa Lucas. They discuss literacy, representation, and why they love working with young people. Jason's latest books are Sunny and F

Becky Aikman

May 17th, 2018 16m 30s

Journalist Becky Aikman talks deadlines, transitioning to long-form writing, and show biz. Her latest book is "Off the Cliff: How the Making of Thelma and Louise Drove Hollywood to the Edge." For Becky's video interview on "Off the Cliff..."

Roz Chast

May 10th, 2018 14m 15s

New Yorker cartoonist Roz Chast discusses breaking into the business, what makes a good New Yorker cartoon, and her illustrated guidebook to Manhattan, "Going Into Town: A Love Letter to New York."For Roz's video interview on "Going Into Town

Jeremiah Moss

May 3rd, 2018 14m 56s

Poet, author, blogger, and anti-gentrification activist Jeremiah Moss talks about his writing process and blog-turned-book, "Vanishing New York: How a Great City Lost Its Soul."For Jeremy's video interview on "Vanishing New York: How a Great

Welcome to Author Imprint: The Podcast

Apr 25th, 2018 1m 21s

Welcome to Author Imprint: The Podcast. Our first episode premieres Thursday, May 3. Join host Maddie Orton as she talks to some of the biggest names in the world of books. For more literature-loving content, visit: bit.ly/2HN8990Facebook: h

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