Behind The Stack

In this episode Brett talks with Christopher Bollen about his latest book, "Havoc". They discuss age vs youth, finding a characters voice, and the joys of Venetian glassware.  Christopher Bollen instagram: https://www.instagram.com/christbollen/ Christopher Bollen website: https://www.christopherbollen.com If you like what you're hearing on this podcast please subscribe so you never...

As nonfiction November comes to a close, Brett picks six nonfiction titles from his stack this year that were particularly excellent that you can add to yours! As always all the books are avail on my bookshop.org page listed below.  If you like what you're hearing on this podcast please subscribe so you never miss an episode! Watch Behind the Stack on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@brettsb...

In this episode Brett sits down with Frank DeCaro to discuss his new book,  "Disco: Music, Movies and Mania Under The Mirror Ball" They talk about Studio 54, the disco backlash, and the search for the missing Donna Summer interview.  Frank DeCaro instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/frankdecaroshow/ Frank DeCaro X: https://www.x.com/frankdecaroshow Frank DeCaro Facebook: https://www.fac...

In this episode Brett sits down with author Ben Masters to discuss his new memoir about losing his father but finding his fathers love for butterflies in the process. We talk dads, kids, discovering our parents and the love of a good Luther Vandross song.  Ben Masters Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/benmasters_86 If you like what you're hearing on this podcast please subscribe so you nev...

In this episode Brett sits down with writer Susan Rieger to discuss her latest book, "Like Mother, Like Mother". They talk about family secrets, generations of women, the blessing and the curse of genetics, and a crafty convo about felt art. Susan Rieger instagram: https://www.instagram.com/susanriegerwriter/ If you like what you're hearing on this podcast please subscribe so you ne...

In this episode Brett sits down with writer Jean Hanff Korelitz to discuss her latest book, "The Sequel". They talk about crafting a follow up to a successful thriller, finding success later in your career, adaptions, as well as her pop up book group, BookTheWriter.   https://www.jeanhanffkorelitz.com http://www.bookthewriter.com https://www.instagram.com/jeanhanff/ If you like what you&...

In this episode Brett chats with Renee from ItsBookTalk about a treasure trove of mystery and thrillers titles. From series to stand alones there is probably something for everyone here who likes their whodunnits, and the perfect selection for Spooky season!  Renee's Substack:  https://itsbooktalk.substack.com/?utm_source=global-search Renee's instagram: https://www.instagram.com/itsbook...

In this episode Brett sits down with author Luis Jaramillo to discuss, 'The Witches of El Paso'. They talk about the role El Paso plays, the tradition of passing down stories through family, and how magic entered his narrative.  Luis website: https://www.luisjaramillo.com If you like what you're hearing on this podcast please subscribe so you never miss an episode! Watch Behind the...

In this episode I sit down to chat with Sarah Hildreth of the FictionMatters Substack, as well as the Novel Parings podcast. We discuss how she started her bookish journey, her own personal tastes, and what goes into curating her sought after and comprehensive Fall Fiction Reading Guide.  The FictionMatters substack: https://fictionmatters.substack.com Novel Pairings Podcast: https://novelpairings...

In this episode, Brett sits down with author Abdi Nazemian to discuss his new book, "Desert Echoes", the importance and power of Y/A books, representation in literature, book bans, and gay music icons. Abdi Nazemian:  https://www.abdinazemian.com Support a Classroom:  https://www.donorschoose.org If you like what you're hearing on this podcast please subscribe so you never miss an e...

In this episode Brett sits down with author Louis Bayard to discuss his latest book, 'The Wildes" based on Oscar Wilde and his wife and children. They talk about  creating fiction from fact, the research behind the project, and the complicated relationship between Wilde and his wife Constance.  Louis Bayard: https://www.louisbayard.com If you like what you're hearing on this podcast...

Today I'm joined by bookstagram power couple Bernie Lombardi & Christopher Metts to ‌discuss our thoughts on the thirteen books on the Booker long list, what we think could end up making the short list cut, and some of our personal favorites. As always, all the books talked about today are avail on my bookshop.org page. https://thebookerprizes.com Bernie Lombardi: https://www.instagram.co...

Author Shannon Bowing talks small town life, the nuances in a given relationship, and new friends arriving in the town of Dalton Maine.  https://www.shannonlbowring.com https://www.instagram.com/shannonbowring.writer?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw== https://www.oprahdaily.com/entertainment/books/g61917672/new-fall-books-2024/?utm_source=google&utm_medium=cpc&u...

Starting September 3rd, a podcast for book lovers, hosted by Brett Benner aka bretts.book.stack on instagram and youtube.  If you like what you're hearing on this podcast please subscribe so you never miss an episode! Watch Behind the Stack on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@brettsbookstack Bookshop.org page: https://www.bookshop.org/shop/brettsbookstack Brett's instagram: https://www....