Bestselling author Thao Thai discusses her new novel, The Seekers of Deer Creek, and the inspiration behind its art-centered mystery. We talk about the role art plays in preserving history, what it means to be an artist, balancing creativity with motherhood, and why making art—even in small moments—can be an act of joy, agency, and connection. Plus, Thao shares a book flight featuring art and artists.

New York Times bestselling author Rhys Bowen joins Bookish Flights to discuss her latest novel, The Castle in the Glen. We chat about writing historical mysteries, why she always travels to the places she writes about, balancing beloved series with standalone novels, and her book flight of dual-timeline stories perfect for readers who love mysteries that connect the past and present.

Internationally bestselling author Anna Johnston returns to Bookish Flights to discuss her heartfelt new novel, When Lemons Give You Life. We talk about writing older characters with dignity and joy, her own experience receiving an adult ADHD diagnosis, the power of empathy through fiction, and why she believes joy is still possible—even when life has lost its flavor.

In Quirky Catholic Kids, author Ginny Kochis offers practical strategies for neurodivergent parenting while discussing emotional regulation, raising children in the faith, and how parents can celebrate the unique gifts of every child.

Can books and wine make the perfect pairing? This week, wine educator and Novel Pairings founder Erin Kirschenmann joins Bookish Flights to share how thoughtfully pairing books with wine can enrich both experiences. We talk about slowing down, reading more intentionally, and making wine approachable—plus Erin shares three wine-inspired book recommendations you'll want to add to your TBR.

Journalist, former organic farmer, and bestselling author Julie Carrick Dalton joins Bookish Flights to discuss The Forest Becomes Her, the connection between people and the land they call home, and why fiction can reveal some of life's biggest truths.

A heartfelt conversation with beloved author Kate DiCamillo on the gift of a reading life, the magic of reading aloud, and why stories continue to shape us at every age.

Award-winning author Martha Engber joins Bookish Flights to discuss her Mary Donahue Chronicles, the lessons journalism taught her about curiosity and observation, and why fiction can help us better understand ourselves and others. We also explore small press books, trigger warnings, reading for joy, and the stories that help us navigate the hard parts of being human.