This Book That Book

Dinosars were Dave's first love. We can all remember having that first loving-fixation on something: trains, horses, dinosarus, collectible figurines. SPOILERS AHEAD Dave and I discuss the differences between the book and the movie as well key parts of the story that made an impact on him. We recorded in-person for this conversation so enjoy the laughs, shouts of exclamation and audio imperfection...

The Days are Just Packed by Bill Watterson, came out in 1993. For Bryant, he was collecting as many of these volumes containg the adventures of Calvin and Hobbes as he could. Visual mediums powerfully share big, sometimes uncomfortable, and often whimsical truths. Bryant was drawn to the iconic art and the way Hobbes, Calvin's stuffed tiger, takes on a personality of his own when only Calvin is ar...

Anne of Green Gables is headed off to higher education in the third book of the series Anne of the Island. Dr. Rachel Rains Winslow quickly identified with articulate ardent Anne, as well as L.M. Montgomery's powerful prose. In this conversation, Rachel and I talk about Anne's community, her famous, but cleverly written relationship with Gilbert Blythe, and how this third book inspired her own vie...

Ever since meeting Matilda at school through her own "Miss Honey", Liliana Maria Percy Ruiz has kept in constant kinship with Matilda Wormwood, the little, but strong heroine created by Roald Dahl. Join us for a rich conversation in the pages of Matilda discussing themes of chosen family, the value of slowing down, and how books like Matilda are safe homecomings; able to meet us and receive us whe...

Ever since it was read aloud to her, Autumn Krause has loved Jane Eyre by Charlotte Bronte. It's a sweeping, sensory tale of a young woman finding home and herself. Join in as Autumn and I discuss the richness of the story, the courage it gives her as a writer, and what pursuing your dreams can look like! Follow Autumn on instagram @autmnsarahstory Find out more and purchase A Dress for the Wicked...

In Episode 7, guest Ariel Dyer and I talked a lot about her show "Not Your Final Girl" (NYFG), so here is our conversation in its own special episode! Hear more about Ariel's origin story with horror books and movies, what character I'd be in a horror movie and some episode she recommends! Ariel recommends: January 18, Shrinking 2020 w/ Dr. Haaken February 15, Gore, Glitz, & T**ts: House and Ghost...

When she read 'The Fellowship of the Ring' by J.R.R. Tolkien in third grade, Ariel knew it was special. When her middle school years conceded with the release of the film trilogy, the fandom only grew. If you're a fan or have ever loved a book series, this is a conversation for you.! We go from early fandom (shoutout to cosplay) to Ariel's reflections on the book's themes now as she quests into wo...

Melissa Lima is a writer with a background in student life. Don't let that fool you though. 'The House on Mango Street' became a unique blueprint for Lima to understand her life, her story and eventually help others understand theirs. Our conversation has metaphors, a 'Little House on the Prairie' reference and a PSA for public libraries! Listen along and discover fresh insights on a book you may...

Portland-based Adventure Cartoonist Lucy Bellwood shares insight and anecdotes on how Gerald Durrell's book My Family and Other Animals planted the seeds of curiosity and wonder that she still carries with her today. Hear Lucy's thoughts on having a weird internet career, her early love of boats, and reflections on caring for the world! More about Lucy Bellwood: twitter @lubellwoo instagram @lubel...

Design Historian Amanda Kogle shares childhood reflections on identifying with the heroine Lyra. Amanda also shares how the story helps her perspective on being an adult today. Drop us an email at thisbookthatbook.org Follow us on instagram @thisbookthatbookpodcast

Researcher, creative side-hustler, and Top 5 Co-host, Chris Paek discusses summer reading memories and lessons learned (or left behind) from the sibling mystery series The Boxcar Children by Gertrude C. Warner Read more about As I Am, the creative blog from PAAC Catch episodes of Top 5 here!

Writer, non-profit runner, and professor Liz Lin discusses the insightful, and formative lessons found in popular American series The Baby Sitter's Club by Ann M. Martin. To learn more about PAAC and the non-profit go to: http://www.divergingmag.com/ To listen to Liz on her own podcast with co-host Chris Paek: h t t p s : / / p o d c a s t s . a p p l e . c o m / u s / p o d c a s t / t o p - f i...

Former U.S. Poet Laureate, Billy Collins shares the lessons and memories he has from Defoe's tale of survival Robinson Crusoe Poems recited or mentioned by Billy Collins: " The Lake Isle of Innisfree " by W.B. Yeats " Only Child " by Billy Collins from The Rain In Portugal "Robinson Crusoe " by Elizabeth Bishop "Names " by Billy Collins Preorder "Whale Day: And Other Poems" coming September 29th

Introduction, part IX. before Chapter 1, I'm children's book lover Katherine Kwong introducing this show that's been almost two years in the making. Hear by bookshelf confession, hope for the show, some thank you and what you can expect on Season 1 of This Book That Book!

Welcome to This Book That Book! A new show interviewing people about formative books from their childhood. It's a conversation both rigorous and reflective as guests recount what made a book so special and why it continues to be a favorite now that they're "all grown up." Tune in for discussions on The Babysitter's Club, The Golden Compass and more! Show updates on instagram @thisbookthatbookpodca...