
We're four bestselling novelists and friends whose common love of reading, writing, and independent bookstores bound us together. Now we want to share and celebrate stories—of the books we’ve written, the ones we’re reading now, and the art of writing—with each other and the guest authors we invite to join us. If you love books and are curious about the writing world, you’re in the right place.
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 435 | Founded | 5 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | ArtsBooksFiction | |||

On this episode, Ron Block & Patti Callahan Henry welcome New York Times bestselling author Catherine Newman to discuss her wonderful new novel WRECK, full of laughter and heart, about marriage, family, and what happens when life doesn’t go as planne... more
On this episode, Patti Callahan Henry & Kristin Harmel welcome #1 New York Times bestselling author Joe Hill to discuss his new novel, King Sorrow, a chilling tale of modern-world dangers, dark academia, and the unexpected consequences of revenge as ... more
On this episode, the full F&F family — Kristin Harmel, Kristy Woodson Harvey, Mary Kay Andrews & Patti Callahan Henry — gathers to welcome this month’s F&F Featured Author, internationally renowned, #1 NYT-bestselling author Mitch Albom, to discuss o... more
On this episode, Kristy Woodson Harvey & Mary Kay Andrews welcome bestselling author Meagan Church to discuss The Mad Wife, an exploration of identity, motherhood, and the suffocating grip of societal expectations which will leave you questioning the... more
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I love and look forward to this podcast above all the others I follow. I also love the laughs and conversations from all of you throughout your podcasts. You are all such gifted and talented authors. Thank you all for blessing your readers with such entertaining books.
I love and look forward to this podcast above all the others I follow. I also love the laughs and conversations from all of you throughout your podcasts. You are all such gifted and talented authors. Thank you all for blessing your readers with such entertaining books.
Listening to Michael Connelly episode while reading his new book” the waiting”. I’m halfway through the book and the podcast already gave away THREE big spoilers that haven’t been discussed yet! Not cool!
This is a great podcast, the energy that the hosts bring is exactly what you’d want for a show that highlights fiction books and their authors. Extremely well done and thankful to have found this podcast!
Waaaaaaay tooo long of an intro….i have to fast forward over and over.
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A vibrant community of bestselling novelists brings listeners an engaging exploration of literature and the craft of writing. The discussions primarily center around the authors' own novels and the diverse works they appreciate, often highlighting themes such as storytelling, the significance of independent bookstores, and the intricacies of the writing process. Notable for its warm camaraderie, the show frequently features guest authors, inviting them to share their experiences and new releases, fostering a sense of connection between authors and readers alike. This podcast not only spotlights contemporary literature but also delves into the personal journeys of the writers, making it a delightful listen for anyone interested in the world ... more
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Recent guests on Friends & Fiction include:
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