Books and Wine: The Novel Pairing with Erin Kirschenmann (E228)
This week, I’m joined by Erin Kirschenmann—lifelong reader, wine educator, and founder of Novel Pairings, an online book and wine membership that brings together thoughtfully curated books, wine pairings, playlists, community, and in-person events.
Whether you're a wine enthusiast or someone who has no idea what to order, Erin makes wine feel approachable and fun. We talk about why books and wine pair so naturally and how to take the intimidation out of choosing a bottle. Erin and I also issued a challenge for all of us: a few times each day, reach for your book instead of your phone. Slow down. Be intentional. And maybe even pour yourself a glass of wine while you're at it.
Special Offer
Erin is generously offering Bookish Flights listeners their first month of Novel Pairings completely free. Use the code BOOKISHFLIGHTS when you join.
Whether you're looking for your next great read, your next favorite bottle of wine, or simply an excuse to slow down and enjoy both, I think you're going to love this conversation.
Connect with Erin:
Some links are affiliate links, which are no extra cost to you but do help to support the show.
Books and authors mentioned in the episode:
The Hunting Party by Lucy Foley
The Ex Hex by Erin Stirling
Atmosphere by Taylor Jenkins Reid
Rites of the Starling by Devney Perry
Lands of Lost Borders by Kate Harris
The Three Lives of Cate Kay by Kate Fagan
Sense and Sensibility by Jane Austen
Jane Eyre by Charlotte Bronte
The Historian by Elizabeth Kostova
Maine Characters by Hannah Orenstein
The Astral Library by Kate Quinn
The Wedding People by Alison Espach
Book Flight
The Science of Wine by Jaime Goode
Big Macs and Burgundy by Vanessa Price
Wine and War by Don & Petie Kladstrup
Be sure to join the Bookish Flights community on social media. Happy listening!
