Welcome to the First Taste Reading Series on Debutiful. This is a weekly series where writers will read a short excerpt from their book so readers can whet their appetite with delicious writing. Today, Nora Lange reads an excerpt from their debut novel US FOOLS! You can purchase a copy of the book here: https://bookshop.org/a/339/9781953387516 Emil…

Katherine Packert Burke, the author of Still Life, joined the podcast the books she wrote before her debut, writing close to her real life, and the future of trans writing. You can purchase a copy of the book here: https://bookshop.org/a/339/9781324076360 Katherine Packert Burke on the Internet: https://katherinepackertburke.com/ Katherine Packert …

Welcome to the First Taste Reading Series on Debutiful. This is a weekly series where writers will read a short excerpt from their book so readers can whet their appetite with delicious writing. Today, Emilie Menzel reads an excerpt from their debut novel THE GIRL WHO BECAME A RABBIT! You can purchase a copy of the book here: https://bookshop.org/a…

Gina María Balibrera, the author of The Volcano Daughters, joined the podcast to discuss turning a short story into a novel, finding inspiration in the past, and why ghost stories are so appealing. You can purchase a copy of the book here: https://bookshop.org/a/339/9780593317235 Gina María Balibrera on the Internet: https://ginabalibrera.com/ Gina…

Welcome to the First Taste Reading Series on Debutiful. This is a weekly series where writers will read a short excerpt from their book so readers can whet their appetite with delicious writing. Today, Komail Aijazuddin reads an excerpt from their debut novel MANBOOBS! You can purchase a copy of the book here: https://bookshop.org/a/339/97814197738…

Sam Sax, the author of Yr Dead, joined the podcast to discuss poetry, finding inspiration, and what the process was like for writing their debut novel. You can purchase a copy of the book here: https://bookshop.org/a/339/9781952119996 Sam Sax on the Internet: https://www.samsax.com Sam Sax on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/samsax1/ Sam Sax on…

Kendra Winchester, the founder of Read Appalachia, to discuss the Appalachian literature she loves, why reading as much as we do isn't a recommendation, and how she has created two of my favorite podcasts of all time: Read Appalachia and the now-finished Reading Women. Plus, listen to me on Kendra's podcast, where we discuss the importance of debut…

Anamely Salgado Reyes, the author of My Mother Cursed My Name, joined the podcast to discuss finding herself and following her dreams, learning the publishing process on the fly, and what makes her happy. You can purchase a copy of the book here: https://bookshop.org/a/339/9781668038000 Anamely Salgado Reyes on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/…

Welcome to the First Taste Reading Series on Debutiful. This is a weekly series where writers will read a short excerpt from their book so readers can whet their appetite with delicious writing. Today, Holly Baxter reads an excerpt from their debut novel CLICKBAIT! You can purchase a copy of the book here: https://bookshop.org/a/339/9780063375765 H…

Lena Valencia, the author of Mystery Lights, joined the podcast to discuss being playful with her writing, why connective tissue is important for story collections, and finding inspiration to start writing. You can purchase a copy of the book here: https://bookshop.org/a/339/9781959030621 Lena Valencia on the Internet: https://http://www.lenavalenc…

Welcome to the First Taste Reading Series on Debutiful. This is a weekly series where writers will read a short excerpt from their book so readers can whet their appetite with delicious writing. Today, Kat Tang reads an excerpt from their debut novel FIVE-STAR STRANGER! You can purchase a copy of the book here: https://bookshop.org/a/339/9781668050…

Ruben Reyes Jr., the author of There is a Rio Grande in Heaven, joined the podcast to discuss growing up in a house of non-readers, using high concepts as a launching point for stories, and using political events to generate ideas. You can purchase a copy of the book here: https://bookshop.org/a/339/9780063336278 Ruben Reyes Jr. on the Internet: ht…

Welcome to the First Taste Reading Series on Debutiful. This is a weekly series where writers will read a short excerpt from their book so readers can whet their appetite with delicious writing. Today, Alisa Alering reads an excerpt from their debut novel SMOTHERMOSS! You can purchase a copy of their book here: https://bookshop.org/a/339/9781959030…

Jordan Kopy, the author of Theodora Hendrix and the Monstrous League of Monsters, joined the podcast to discuss Middle Grade fiction, how to write for young people, and the childhood classics that inspired her. You can purchase a copy of the book here: https://bookshop.org/a/339/9781665906838 Jordan Kopy on the Internet: https://jordankopy.com/ Jor…

Welcome to the First Taste Reading Series on Debutiful. This is a weekly series where writers will read a short excerpt from their book so readers can whet their appetite with delicious writing. Today, Chris Koslowski reads an excerpt from his debut novel KAYFABE! You can purchase a copy of his book here: https://bookshop.org/a/339/9781952119859 Ch…

Alana Saab, the author of PLEASE STOP TRYING TO LEAVE ME, joined the podcast to discuss cats, mental health, and empowerment through writing. You can purchase a copy of the book here: https://bookshop.org/a/339/9780593686782 Alana Saab on the Internet: https://www.alanasaab.com/ Alana Saab on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alana.saab Alana Sa…

Welcome to the First Taste Reading Series on Debutiful. This is a weekly series where writers will read a short excerpt from their book so readers can whet their appetite with delicious writing. Today, Samuel Kọ́láwọlé reads an excerpt from his debut novel THE ROAD TO THE SALT SEA! You can purchase a copy of his book here: https://bookshop.org/a/…

Marcela Fuentes, the author of MALAS, joined the podcast to discuss growing up in a border town in Texas, her career as a writer/educator and how they intersect, and what teaching has taught her about writing. You can purchase a copy of her book here: https://bookshop.org/a/339/9780593655788 Marcela Fuentes on the Internet: https://www.marcelafuent…

Welcome to the First Taste Reading Series on Debutiful. This is a weekly series where writers will read a short excerpt from their book so readers can whet their appetite with delicious writing. Today, Sarai Johnson reads an excerpt from her debut novel GROWN WOMEN! You can purchase a copy of her book here: https://bookshop.org/a/339/9780063294431 …

August Thompson, the author of ANYONE'S GHOST, joined the podcast to discuss the Boston Celtics, metal music, and writing sad books. You can purchase a copy of the book here: https://bookshop.org/a/339/9780593656563 August Thompson on the Internet: https://www.august-thompson.com/ August Thompson on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/augustpthomp…

Isabel Banta, the author of HONEY, joined the podcast to discuss early-2000s pop, reading across genre, and writing a coming-of-age novel. You can purchase a copy of her book here: https://bookshop.org/a/339/9781250333469 Isabel Banta on the Internet: https://www.isabelbanta.com/ Isabel Banta on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/isabel.banta/ De…

Welcome to the First Taste Reading Series on Debutiful. This is a weekly series where writers will read a short excerpt from their book so readers can whet their appetite with delicious writing. Today, Manuel Betancourt reads an excerpt from his debut book The Male Gazed! You can purchase a copy of her book here: https://bookshop.org/a/339/97816462…

Santiago Jose Sanchez, the author of HOMBRECITO, joined the podcast to discuss finding yourself in your writing, writing stories vs writing novels, and why time was needed to finish the debut. You can purchase a copy of the book here: https://bookshop.org/a/339/9780593542187 Santiago Jose Sanchez on the Internet: https://www.santiagojosesanchez.com…

Welcome to the First Taste Reading Series on Debutiful. This is a weekly series where writers will read a short excerpt from their book so readers can whet their appetite with delicious writing. Today, Ananda Lima reads an excerpt from her debut novel Craft: Stories I Wrote For the Devil! You can purchase a copy of her book here: https://bookshop.o…

Joanna Pearson, the author of BRIGHT AND TENDER DARK, joined the podcast to discuss non-mystery mysteries, psychiatry, and publishing a debut novel on a bigger press four books into her career. You can purchase a copy of her book here: https://bookshop.org/a/339/9781639732890 Joanna Pearson on the Internet: https://www.joanna-pearson.com/ Debutiful…

Puloma Ghosh, the author of MOUTH, joined the podcast to discuss having a regular ol' non-writing day job as a writer, not caring about spoilers, and what her experience was like in a low-residency MFA. You can purchase a copy of her book here: https://bookshop.org/a/339/9781662602474 Puloma Ghosh on the Internet: https://www.pulomaghosh.com/ Pulom…

Welcome to the First Taste Reading Series on Debutiful. This is a weekly series where writers will read a short excerpt from their book so readers can whet their appetite with delicious writing. Today, Frankie Barnet reads an excerpt from her debut novel Mood Swings! You can purchase a copy of her book here: https://bookshop.org/a/339/9781662602597…

Kimberly King Parsons, the author of WE WERE THE UNIVERSE, joined the podcast to discuss what advice she gives her students, how she sets goals, and the business side of publishing. You can purchase a copy of her book here: https://bookshop.org/a/339/9780525521853 Kimberly King Parsons on the Internet: https://www.kimberlykingparsons.com/ Kimberly …

Welcome to the First Taste Reading Series on Debutiful. This is a weekly series where writers will read a short excerpt from their book so readers can whet their appetite with delicious writing. Today, Annell López reads an excerpt from her debut story collection I'll Give You A Reason! You can purchase a copy of her book here: https://bookshop.org…

Emma Copley Eisenberg, the author of HOUSEMATES, joined the podcast to discuss literary community, writing across genre, and all things Philadelphia. You can purchase a copy of her book here: https://bookshop.org/a/339/9780593242230 Emma Copley Eisenberg on the Internet: https://www.emmacopleyeisenberg.com/ Emma Copley Eisenberg on Instagram: https…

Welcome to the First Taste Reading Series on Debutiful. This is a weekly series where writers will read a short excerpt from their book so readers can whet their appetite with delicious writing. Today, J. Nicole Jones reads an excerpt from her debut novel The Witches of Bellinas! You can purchase a copy of her book here: https://bookshop.org/a/339/…

Melissa Mogollon, the author of OYE, joined the podcast to discuss fake degrees and MFAs, writing to see herself in a book, the joys of teaching, and more! You can purchase a copy of her book here: https://bookshop.org/a/339/9780593594902 Melissa Mogollon on the Internet: https://melissamogollon.com/ Melissa Mogollon on Instagram: https://www.insta…

Welcome to the First Taste Reading Series on Debutiful. This is a weekly series where writers will read a short excerpt from their book so readers can whet their appetite with delicious writing. Today, Charlee Dyroff reads an excerpt from her debut novel Loneliness & Company! You can purchase a copy of her book here: https://bookshop.org/a/339/9781…

Alina Grabowski, the author of WOMEN AND CHILDREN FIRST, joined the podcast to discuss being an only child who told a lot of stories, her college and MFA experiences, and creating distinct voices for all of her narrators. You can purchase a copy of her book here: https://bookshop.org/a/339/9781638930785 Alina Grabowski on the Internet: https://www.…

Jiaming Tang, the author of CINEMA LOVE, joined the podcast to discuss his mother's relationship to his work, finding out who his book was about, and growing in the years since his book was finished and what excites him about the future. You can purchase a copy of the book here: https://bookshop.org/a/339/9780593474334 Jiaming Tang on the Internet:…

Welcome to the First Taste Reading Series on Debutiful. This is a weekly series where writers will read a short excerpt from their book so readers can whet their appetite with delicious writing. Today, Garrard Conley reads an excerpt from his debut novel All the World Beside! You can purchase a copy of the book here: https://bookshop.org/a/339/9780…

Welcome to the First Taste Reading Series on Debutiful. This is a weekly series where writers will read a short excerpt from their book so readers can whet their appetite with delicious writing. Today, Uche Okonkwo reads an excerpt from her debut short story collection A Kind of Madness! You can purchase a copy of her book here: https://bookshop.or…

Christine Ma-Kellams, the author of THE BAND, joined the podcast to discuss K-Pop, the power of language, and writing empirical studies on culture, social perception, and relationships. You can purchase a copy of her book here: https://bookshop.org/a/339/9781668018378 Christine Ma-Kellams on the Internet: https://www.christinema-kellams.com/ Christ…

Welcome to the First Taste Reading Series on Debutiful. This is a weekly series where writers will read a short excerpt from their book so readers can whet their appetite with delicious writing. Today, Parul Kapur reads an excerpt from her debut novel Inside the Mirror! You can purchase a copy of her book here: https://bookshop.org/a/339/9781496236…

Ursula Villareal-Moura, the author of LIKE HAPPINESS, joined the podcast to why she re-reads books, finding herself in literature, the ups and downs of finding an agent, and how this book stemmed from a short story idea. You can purchase a copy of her book here: https://bookshop.org/a/339/9781250882837 Ursula Villareal-Moura on the Internet: https:…

Welcome to the First Taste Reading Series on Debutiful. This is a weekly series where writers will read a short excerpt from their book so readers can whet their appetite with delicious writing. Today, Jessie Ren Marshall reads an excerpt from her debut short story collection Women! In! Peril! You can purchase a copy of her book here: https://books…

Marissa Higgins, the author of A GOOD HAPPY GIRL, joined the podcast to discuss how a Garth Greenwell workshop helped her write her debut, sending her manuscript to agents too soon, and how it is exciting to see how readers contextualize books differently. You can purchase a copy of her book here: https://bookshop.org/a/339/9781646221974 Marissa Hi…

Welcome to the First Taste Reading Series on Debutiful. This is a weekly series where writers will read a short excerpt from their book so readers can whet their appetite with delicious writing. Today, Laura Chow Reeve reads an excerpt from her debut short story collection A Small Apocalypse! You can purchase a copy of his book here: https://booksh…

Alexandra Tanner, the author of WORRY, joined the podcast to discuss books as personalities, Wes Anderson, Donald Glover, and finding an editor who gets her and her work! You can purchase a copy of her book here: https://bookshop.org/a/339/9781668018613 Alexandra Tanner on the Internet: https://www.alexandratanner.com/ Alexandra Tanner on Instagram…

Welcome to the First Taste Reading Series on Debutiful. This is a weekly series where writers will read a short excerpt from their book so readers can whet their appetite with delicious writing. Today, Gina Chung reads an excerpt from her debut short story collection Green Frog! You can purchase a copy of his book here: https://bookshop.org/a/339/9…

Sierra Greer, the author of ANNIE BOT, joined the podcast to discuss the future, robots, and writing for different ages. You can purchase a copy of her book here: https://bookshop.org/a/339/9780063312692 Sierra Greer on the Internet: https://www.sierragreerwriter.com/ Sierra Greer on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sierra_greer_writer/ Sierra …

Welcome to the First Taste Reading Series on Debutiful. This is a weekly series where writers will read a short excerpt from their book so readers can whet their appetite with delicious writing. Today, Rita Bullwinkel reads an excerpt from her debut novel Headshot! You can purchase a copy of his book here: https://bookshop.org/a/339/9780593654101 R…

Andrew Boryga, the author of VICTIM, joined the podcast to discuss being a Mets fan in the Bronx, how his community made him who he is today, and if hustling is good/bad/neither. You can purchase a copy of the book here: https://bookshop.org/a/339/9780385549974 Andrew Boryga on the Internet: https://www.andrewboryga.com/ Andrew Boryga on Instagram:…

Welcome to the First Taste Reading Series on Debutiful. This is a weekly series where writers will read a short excerpt from their book so readers can whet their appetite with delicious writing. Today, Jennifer Croft reads an excerpt from her debut novel The Extinction of Irena Rey! You can purchase a copy of his book here: https://bookshop.org/a/3…

Welcome to the First Taste Reading Series on Debutiful. This is a weekly series where writers will read a short excerpt from their book so readers can whet their appetite with delicious writing. Today, Gareth Brown reads an excerpt from his novel The Book of Doors! You can purchase a copy of his book here: https://bookshop.org/a/339/9780063323988 G…