In this episode of The First Fifty Pages, Jenn and Kelsey talk with best-selling and fan favorite author TJ Klune. We discuss the re-release of his book The Bones Beneath My Skin, the power of seeing oneself in a book, the importance of found family, and the uniqueness and universality of grief. The road may be rocky, but this episode is a reprieve.
In this episode of The First Fifty Pages, Kelsey and Jenn talk with rising star Emilia Hart about her latest novel, Sirens—a story of two sets of sisters separated by time and connected by the power of the sea. We chat about compelling female characters, how the past informs our present, and why meeting readers is such a rewarding experience. Dangerous temptations await!
In this episode, Kelsey and Jenn talk with best-selling author Tim Johnston about his latest novel, Distant Sons—the All Iowa Reads selection for Adult Fiction for 2025. Random acts of misfortune, themes of masculinity and shame, and a small town haunted by great tragedy. It may surprise you or it could devastate you, but at the very least, be prepared to feel all the feels!
In this episode, Jenn and Kelsey are joined by award-winning author Leif Enger to chat about his latest book. Part romance, part nautical adventure, part love letter to stories, this sweetly hopeful piece of dystopian fiction has it all! You'll cheerfully refuse to put this one down!
In this episode of the First Fifty Pages, Jenn and Kelsey chat with author Stuart Turton about his latest book,The Last Murder at the End of the World--an 'almost accidental' science fiction mystery. AI, Agatha Christie, and existential issues...the voice in your head is telling you not to miss this episode.
In this episode of The First Fifty Pages, Kelsey and Jenn talk with perennial best-selling author Jodi Picoult about her new book, By Any Other Name. We dive into hidden histories, the dangers of book banning, and the things that keep us up at night.
In this episode of the First Fifty Pages, Kelsey and Jenn chat with Ruth Ware about her new mystery, One Perfect Couple. Intriguing characters, reality TV, a tropical paradise, murder and so many moral dilemmas! You'll be hooked!