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Bookish Flights: Themed Book Recommendations & Author Interviews

Kara Infante
Historical Fiction
Mental Health
World War II
Motherhood
Reading
Literature
Writing
Cozy Mysteries
Grief
Writing Process
Personal Development
Children's Literature
Community
Self-Care
Women's Health
Books
Parenting
Empowerment
Audiobooks
Family Dynamics

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 interes... more

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Recent Guests

Martha Engber
Author of the Mary Donahue Chronicles; memoirist and journalist
Mary Donahue Chronicles / Bliss Road
Episode: Exploring the Hard Parts of Being Human Through Small Press Books with Martha Engber (E224)
Landis Wade
Recovering trial lawyer turned author of mysteries and legal thrillers; founder of the Charlotte Readers podcast and creator of the Right Quote series
Author, Charlotte Readers podcast
Episode: Finding Your Third Act: Writing, Podcasting, & Lifelong Learning with Landis Wade (E223)
Joanna Davidson-Politano
Author of The Life She Forgot
Episode: BFF Book Club - The Life She Forgot with Joanna Davidson Politano (E222)
Natasha Lester
Internationally best-selling author; author of The Chateau on Sunset
Author
Episode: Old Hollywood, Glamour, & Jane Eyre: Inside The Chateau on Sunset with Natasha Lester (E221)
Virginia Pye
Author of Marriage and Other Monuments; historical fiction writer
Episode: Virginia Pye on Historical Fiction of the Recent Past & Infusing Joy into Tough Topics (E219)
Lindsay Barnett
Anthropology graduate, MBA, facilitator, workplace experience strategist, ICF PCC coach, speaker, and author of Working Hell to Working Well
Co-founder of Our Kind of Club
Episode: The Power of the Pause: Creating a Life Beyond Work with Lindsay Barnett (E218)
Michelle Maryk
Writer and performer with a background in acting, comedy, and voice work; author of The Found Object Society
Author, The Found Object Society
Episode: Why Speculative Fiction Lets Us Explore the Hardest Parts of Being Human with Michelle Maryk (E217)
Emily Lynn Paulson
Author of Highlight Reel, The Revenge Party, etc.
Episode: Writing The Revenge Party, Unlikeable Characters & Polished Online Lives with Emily Lynn Paulson (E216)
Gigi Howard
Librarian with 15 years in library leadership; host of Drinks in the Library
Drinks in the Library
Episode: A Love Letter to Libraries (and Readers) with Gigi Howard (E215)

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Cara Enfante
Host of Bookish Flights; guides guests and conversations around books and reading

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 147 ratings
  • Such great book recs!

    Kara has such great taste in books, and the ability to garner interviews with the most interesting authors. I lived being on her show, but as a reader, I love all the great book recs even more. So many per episode!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Willa Dodson
    United States2 months ago
  • This is my kind of happy hour!

    Bookish Flights is such a creative and genuinely refreshing podcast. The whole concept of sharing “book flights” —three related book recommendations, kind of like a drink flight —is so unique and fun, and it makes every episode feel thoughtful and engaging! As a guest, I had such a great experience, and it was clear how much care goes into each conversation. The host brings such a warm, welcoming energy, and as a military spouse herself, she has created something really special. I’d highly recom... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    SulliGang Leader
    United States3 months ago
  • Curated Reads!

    Kara has interesting guests who make interesting connections between books. This is the ultimate rabbit hole to go down if you’re looking for your next read. Essentially this show helps you line up your next binge. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Theory Knight
    Canada4 months ago
  • wonderful podcast

    Kara is truly so special—that perfect combination of warmth and intelligence that makes the reader instantly engaged! Such a wonderful podcast, packed with so much information

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Win Buster💣
    United States4 months ago
  • Such a fantastic experience!

    I recently had a blast being a guest on Bookish Flights to discuss my book, Saving Vincent, and I can’t say enough good things about the experience. Kara is an incredible host—she was so well-prepared and genuinely leaned into our conversation with such a keen interest.

    It’s rare to find an interviewer who makes the process feel so easy and connected; the conversation was so comfortable that the time absolutely flew by. If you’re a book lover or a fellow author, you will love the energy and dep... more

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    5
    Joandance
    United States4 months ago

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Listeners appreciate the host's approachable energy and clear love of books, making conversations feel welcoming for both readers and authors.
Guests frequently highlight well-prepared questions and deep-dive discussions that feel personal yet informative.
Readers love the warm, thoughtful interview style and the unique three-book flight concept.

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BFF Book Club - The Life She Forgot with Joanna Davidson Politano (E222)
Q: What is one book that has changed your life?
Kirsty Cameron's World War II novels; their impact and the way they shaped her perspective as a reader and writer.
BFF Book Club - The Life She Forgot with Joanna Davidson Politano (E222)
Q: Where is your favorite place to read?
In a hammock, a relaxed space that allows reading to feel like a retreat.
BFF Book Club - The Life She Forgot with Joanna Davidson Politano (E222)
Q: Are you working on any upcoming projects?
Yes, this is the first time she's written a series, with the next books in the same house-and-time-bridge concept, focusing on different owners across time, and a second book expected this fall.
Old Hollywood, Glamour, & Jane Eyre: Inside The Chateau on Sunset with Natasha Lester (E221)
Q: Who was your favorite character to write in this novel?
Aria, who mirrors the author in many ways, is my favorite because she embodies the journey from self-doubt to finding her voice and standing up for herself, much like the book's broader exploration of women's resilience.
The Power of the Pause: Creating a Life Beyond Work with Lindsay Barnett (E218)
Q: What do you hope readers take away from your book?
Her wish is that readers realize they can be the change, test their stories, and find agency within systems that overwork people, ultimately improving personal well-being and family life.

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The show centers on literature and reading, inviting authors and book-industry guests to share the three books that influenced their lives and work. Guests span a wide range of genres—from historical fiction and fantasy to cozy mysteries and romance—and discussions often blend craft, publishing realities, reader impact, and personal storytelling. A distinctive element is the book flight format, where each guest curates three related reads that illuminate their influences, offering listeners a practical, bite-sized way to expand their TBR and discover connections between books and life experiences. The format tends to be warm, thoughtful, and well-researched, with a strong emphasis on author journeys, reading culture, and recommendations tha... more

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