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A fun, informative literary and media podcast hosted by Amy Mair, a booklover, journalist and editor.

05/03/2024

I popped by on Main Street in search of a new book and the manager recommended Recipe for a Good Life by Lesley Crewe. One reviewer calls it Notting Hill meets Cape Breton. Lesley’s book, The Spoon Stealer, was long listed for CBC’s Canada Reads 2022. Set in 1950s Eastern Canada, heroine and detective novel author Kitty leaves Montreal and her Lothario husband for a Cape Breton writer’s retreat. There she discovers a loveable cast of characters and a whole new way of life.

12/18/2023

I was going through my list of books in 2023 and picked my top five. They are very reflective of where I am in my life. Three are non-fiction, two cover heartbreak and grace following the end of a marriage, one is an edgy, social satire/mystery and one is just a good old-fashioned escapist read.

What are your top reads of 2023 and what did you like about each book?

Red Fern Book Review’s Top Five Books of 2023

📕 You Could Make This Place Beautiful by Maggie Smith
📕 Superfan: How Pop Culture Broke My Heart by Jen Sookfong Lee
📕 My Own Magic by Anna Kloots
📕 Yellowface by R.F. Kuang
📕 The Five-Star Weekend by Elin Hilderbrand

👉In case you missed them, click the link in bio to listen to my podcast episodes on these titles.

11/02/2023

Remember to tune in to the podcast tomorrow, with a NEW episode dropping on Ann Patchett’s latest novel, Tom Lake. I share thoughts from my book club (it was our last read) and how this book compares to Ann’s other novels.

What’s your favourite Ann Patchett novel?

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10/20/2023

On my TBR list: 📕Talking at Night by Claire Daverley

Already a huge hit in the UK, Talking at Night is a story of all the different loves we have in a lifetime. It has been described to have similar vibes to One Day by David Nicholls, and Normal People by Sally Rooney.

Will you be reading this buzz-worthy book?

10/17/2023

It may be Fall, but it is never a bad time for beach read. This is my first time reading Elin Hilderbrand and I am hooked. Nantucket is her muse. Her characters are fun and frothy and the storylines a bit deeper than your average lighter read. The Five-Star Weekend tells the story of food blogger Hollis Shaw. She recently lost her husband to a tragic accident and gathers four besties from each decade of her life at her luxurious Nantucket cottage. There are secrets, great outfits, lots of musical references, s*x and food. Do you have a favourite Elin Hilderbrand novel?

10/13/2023

📕The Leftover Woman by Jean Kwok — one of the top picks for Fall by

“There’s going to be lots of commentary on economic differences, the immigrant experience, motherhood, a lot of big time topics, and I feel like Jean Kwok has all the ability to make this one a real heart wrencher in many different ways. But it also has a mystery component which, you know, is always fun when it keeps you guessing as you're going along.” – Susan Matheson

In case you missed it, click the link-in-bio to hear about Susan’s list of must-reads for the season.

10/10/2023

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10/02/2023

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Pictured here is Dr. Mason Harris giving a lecture on, what else, but Frankenstein. To listen to my episode with Mason link in bio.
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09/26/2023

Just had a great interview today with Bedside Table Books. Each Fall and Summer Susan puts together a must-read list for Red Fern listeners as well as her followers. She always tells me what an impossible time it is narrowing down her choices. Attached is her master list for the season. After a lot of research and contemplation she narrowed her list down to six books. Stay tuned for the interview dropping on October 6.

(I will say that her list is easier to understand than my law professor friend Nikos' whiteboard chicken scratches!)

What books are you looking forward to reading this fall?

09/20/2023

Behind the scenes interviewing bestselling mystery writer, Iona Whishaw.

Iona and I talked about her new book To Track a Traitor, part of the Lane Winslow mystery series. We also touch on the heroine’s interesting connection to Iona’s own family background. The episode drops this Friday.

09/20/2023

Behind the scenes interviewing bestselling mystery writer, Iona Wishaw.

Iona and I talk about her brand new book To Track a Traitor, part of the Lane Winslow mystery series. We also touch on the heroine’s interesting connection to Iona’s own family background. The episode drops this Friday.

09/13/2023

In case you missed it, Season 4 kicked off last week with an episode on two books I read over the Summer:

📖 The Librarianist by Patrick deWitt– The story of retired librarian Bob Comet. Hoping to fill a void in his life, he volunteers at a senior's centre. Amid a community of strange peers, Bob reflects on his past and his character is revealed.

📖 You Could Make This Place Beautiful by poet Maggie Smith – A firsthand account about the breakdown of a marriage and the rebirth of a person. Told through gorgeous prose, the memoir is sad, funny and hopeful.

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09/06/2023

Finding people who share my passion for reading and who enjoy discussing books are two key reasons why I started this podcast in January 2020. Whether you are a regular listener, have participated in our conversations, or simply enjoy reading, I really appreciate all of your support in making the podcast such a success. I’m thrilled that I get to continue this incredible journey with you!

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09/05/2023

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09/04/2023

“Rainy days should be spent at home with a cup of tea and a good book.” – Bill Watterson

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The NEW SEASON of will be launching Friday, September 8.

09/03/2023

I look forward to welcoming special guests this season to add to the conversation and keep things lively. I also aim to keep listeners up-to-date on the latest from the publishing world and also keep my eye out for streaming shows and other podcasts that I think will resonate with listeners.

ONE WEEK until Episode 1 of Podcast Season 4 airs!

09/03/2023

The COUNTDOWN TO SEASON 4 of begins! The first episode of this new season will be released on September 8, so stay tuned!

08/30/2023

Teachers have headed back to school, the weather is starting to change and fall is almost here. It also happens to be many booklovers’ favourite time of year. Autumn is when most of the big new releases come out. Here are a few books I am looking forward to checking out this September.

📕 The Fraud by Zadie Smith
📕 The Vaster Wilds by Lauren Groff
📕 The Phoenix Crown by Kate Quinn and Janie Chang
📕 Happiness Falls by Angie Kim

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