Hear the story behind the story of a family attempting to survive the challenge of adopting in the foster care system.

What are you willing to do for a close friend? Listen to the story behind the story of two friends, Paris and Naira who work through their differences to support each other in a rather unusual way.

Charreah K. Jackson tells us how to "go big AND go home" in her handbook for success for powerful women.

Author, journalist, and entrepreneur Sekou Writes is this episodes guest.

Heru Ptah discusses his book "Show Me A Beautiful Woman" a romantic comedy that he's sold nearly twenty thousand copies of on the New York subway.

Georgia Clark takes a look at a serious subject through a comedic lens through her character Lacey Whitman, a young woman with a devastating diagnosis and how she chooses to cope with it.

How do we change the world? According to radio superstar, Delilah we do it "One Heart At A Time."

Andrea Kleine discusses her book "Eden," the story of what becomes of two sisters who suffer a terrible trauma as teens.

Axel Desardens discusses all it took to bring this powerful memoir to life.

Author Carolyn Murnick makes a repeat appearance to update us on the story from her true crime memoir, "The Hot One" now in paperback.

Michael Seidlinger takes us inside the mind of Claire Wilkinson, a grad student with an uncanny attraction to serial killers in his book "My Pet Serial Killer."

Bestselling author Tomi Adeyemi talks about the success of her debut novel, the trials and tribulations of writing, and the inspiration for this story that is already set to be a major motion picture. Take peek inside of Orisha, the world she created in this fantastic, must read book.

Jenni L. Walsh gives a more in depth look at the life of Bonnie Parker and her time with Clyde Barrow In this bit of biographical fiction we learn new details about Bonnie's life and even make a connection with her to the present during this episode.

Sometimes there's that pivotal moment that can change everything in a person's life. Lu Riles has one of those moments in her quest to become an artist appreciated for her photographic works. But it comes at a cost, a very high cost. Rachel Lyon sheds light on this amazing story in "Self-Portrait With Boy."

Fiona Davis returns with a new book of historical fiction that takes place this time at Grand Central Terminal. Listen as she discusses her third book that features two powerful female characters and how this landmark New York building plays a part in their lives some fifty years apart from each other.

Set in rural Montana "The Flicker of Old Dreams" is the story of Mary Crampton who has spent her entire life in this small town. After a devastating event, the entire town's existence is threatened. In this episode, the author, Susan Henderson discusses what prompted her to write this book and elaborates on the various themes that are woven throughout.

"The Adventures and Discoveries of a Feminist Bride: What No One Tells You Before You Say 'I Do'" invites readers to join author Katrina Majkut on a personal and powerful prenuptial journey. With fearless curiosity and fun feminism, the book asks such questions as: Why do brides need their parents’ permission to marry? Why don’t men wear engagement rings? And why do women change their surname? With cheeky insights into the origins of Western wedding traditions (like how the wedding cake is not just dessert but a sexy fertility talisman), Majkut uncovers eye-opening truths about how social traditions impact people’s lives.

Bestselling author of "Now That You Mention It" Kristan Higgins holds a master class while discussing her current and upcoming book "Good Luck With That" with Helen on this episode of the podcast.

Helen Little and Hannah Orenstein discuss her debut novel, "Playing With Matches."

THE INTERMISSION offers readers a tightly-wrought “he said, she said” portrait of a relationship, where neither party is quite as innocent as we first think. Readers will find themselves riveted by this thought-provoking story that ponders how much we know – and how much we should want to know – about the people we love the most.

Father-daughter duo Douglas and Bailey Harris just released the second book in their Stardust Science series: Stardust Explores the Solar System.

Amy Poeppel discusses her new book "Limelight" with Helen Little. "Limelight" follows Allison Brinkley—wife, mother, and former unflappable optimist— as she discovers that a carefully weighed decision to pack up and move her family from suburban Dallas to the glittery chaos of Manhattan may have been more complicated than she and her husband initially thought.Allison learns that New York is unruly and bewildering, defying the notions she developed from romantic movies and a memorable childhood visit. After a humiliating call from the principal’s office and the loss of the job she was counting on, Allison begins to accept that New York may not suit her after all.When Allison has a fender-bender, witnessed by a flock of mothers at her son’s new school, she is led to the penthouse apartment of a luxurious Central Park West building and encounters a spoiled, hungover, unsupervised teenager who looks familiar. It doesn’t take long to recognize him as Carter Reid—a famous pop star who has been cast in a new Broadway musical. Through this brush with stardom, Allison embraces a unique and unexpected opportunity that helps her find her way in the heart of Manhattan.

When a young widow's reclusive life in a charming beach town is interrupted by a surprise visitor, she is forced to reckon with dark secrets about her family, her late husband, and the past she tried to leave behind. Jamie Brenner talks her sophomore novel, the inspiration behind it, and more with Helen Little.

Cleo Wade is being called "the voice of a generation blending positivity with arresting honesty to inspire people of all ages." With her new book Heart Talk: Poetic Wisdom for a Better Life, she's poured her spiritually and poetically infused wisdom into an accessible book you won't want to be without. With Cleo's practical and relatable advice for everyday life, each page will leave you feeling empowered, inspired and at peace.

David Burr Gerrard talks with Helen Little about his novel The Epiphany Machine, which is about junky contraption that tattoos personalized revelations on its users’ forearms. Venter Lowood decides to give the epiphany machine a try and his experience changes everything.

Six years ago, Moss Jefferies' father was killed by an Oakland police officer. He's been struggling with anxiety and panic attacks ever since. Now in his junior year of High School, Moss and his friends find themselves being treated like criminals by the Oakland police in their own school. When they decide to push back against the discrimination, their lives change in ways they couldn't have imagined. Author Mark Oshiro talks about why he wrote this important novel, as well as the positive feedback he's gotten from readers in similar situations as Moss.

Carrie Kerpen talks about her book Work It, which is an empowering career guide featuring bold advice from 50 high-profile women on how to succeed in work, leadership and life.

Helen Little talks to Dara Horn about her epic novel "Eternal Life," which tells the story of an immortal woman named Rachel. In the 2,000 years since she made a spiritual bargain to save the life of her first son back in Roman-occupied Jerusalem, she's tried everything to free herself, and only one other person in the world understands: a man she once loved passionately, who has been stalking her through the centuries, convinced they belong together forever.

Lorraine Massey speaks with Helen Little about her book Silver Hair : A Handbook and why she decided to stop covering her natural, silver hair hair.

Erin Forbes is still in her teens, but she's already published two books in her epic Fire & Ice fantasy series. Erin talked to our host Helen Little about writing at a such a young age, as well as where her series is headed next!

Azareen Van Der Vliet Oloomi sat down with Helen Little to discuss her debut novel Call Me Zebra.

Amber Patterson is fed up. She’s tired of being a nobody: a plain, invisible woman who blends into the background. She deserves more—a life of money and power like the one blond-haired, blue-eyed goddess Daphne Parrish takes for granted. Amber has a plan to infiltrate Daphne's life, which is only the beginning of a meticulous scheme to undermine her. Before long, Amber is Daphne’s closest confidante, but a skeleton from her past may undermine everything that Amber has worked towards. Lynne Constantine and Valerie Constantine - the sisters behind Liv Constantine - talk to Helen about the shocking turns and dark secrets that will keep you guessing until the very end. The Last Mrs. Parrish is a fresh, juicy, and utterly addictive thriller from diabolically imaginative and talent sisters.

Sukey & Elizabeth Novogratz wrote the life changing meditation guide book Just Sit: A Meditation Guidebook for People Who Know They Should But Don't. On this episode of The Public Library with Helen Little podcast they talk about the inspiration behind the book, as well as how meditation has changed their own lives.

In Renee Shafransky's Tips for Living, Nora Glasser flees NYC after discovering her husband's infidelity. When her ex husband and his new family move to the small seaside town Nora has made home, all of the hurt, jealousy, and anger resurface. So it's not surprise that Nora becomes the main suspect after he's murdered....

Ruby Karp is 17-years-old, a senior in high school, and just released her first book. Earth Hates Me is a book for teenagers by a teenager. Ruby captures what it's like to grow up in the first generation with social media, as well as how to deal with serious issues like how rape is talked about in classrooms.

If you knew the date of your death, how would you live your life? Chloe Benjamin expertly explores how four different people answer this question in her sophomore novel The Immortalists.

Steven Van Patten talks about his novel "Killer Genius," which follows an assassin as she aims to take out racists, sexists, uneducated bullies, and even career criminals in order to create a new world order.

Carolyn Murnick opens up about the tragic murder of her childhood best friend Ashley, why she decided to write about it, and the deep, unforgettable bonds forged in girlhood.

Khary Lazarre-White talks to Helen Little about his stunning novel "Passage," which follows Warrior, a young black man, as he navigates snowy winter streets of Harlem and Brooklyn in 1993.

LA Smith images an alternate reality where a Fukushima-scale nuclear meltdown happened only a few dozen miles from New York City. Fukushima on the Hudson is a fictional, eco-political thriller based on a very real threat to the city of New York and the United States as a whole. He talks to Helen Little about his masterful thriller and more on this episode of The Public Library.

Caitlin Brodnick opens up about why she needed to write about her experience getting a preemptive mastectomy, having the BRCA gene, and how comedy helped her deal.

Laurie Gelman talks about her laugh-out-loud-funny debut novel "Class Mom," jumping from broadcast journalism to being an author, and spills details on her highly anticipated follow up!

Taylor Larsen talks the importance of mood and setting in her debut novel "Stranger, Father, Beloved" and reveals some details about her highly anticipated sophomore novel.

The editor of Cosmopolitan.com explains why she wanted to write a book, the importance of fashion, and tells her hilarious story of coming face to face with Anna Wintour.

Julie Butin opens up about the real life friendship that inspired her stunning debut novel "Marlena," as well as the physically draining process of writing a book.

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Model and author Pascale Naessens stopped by The Public Library Podcast to talk about her health & wellness cookbook, 'Pure & Simple: A Natural Food Way of Life'.

Dr. Ian Smith, author of 'Blast The Sugar Out' stopped by The Public Library Podcast!

Judith Curr, publisher of Atria Books talks recommended reads, publishing and more!

Helen talks with best-selling author Neale Donald Walsh about his book 'Conversations with God: A New and Unexpected Dialogue'.

Charlamagne Tha God talks about the true meaning behind 'Black Privilege', how growing up in a small town humbled him, his plans for a second book, & more!

Educator & School Administrator Stacey Shells Talks Children's Books.

Jen Sincero, author of 'You Are A Bad Ass' and 'You Are A Bad Ass At Making Money', stopped by to talk with Helen Little on the Public Library podcast!

Helen talks to J.M. Norwood, author of 'The Twelfth Window!

In this episode of The Public Library Podcast, Helen Little talks to writer, keynote speaker, CEO, and media personality Sabrina Lamb!

In this segment of 'The Public Library', Helen Little talks to Quincy McCoy; a fellow book lover, podcaster, and a radio and media superstar for over 30 years!

On this episode of The Public Library Podcast, Helen Little talks to her childhood librarian, Mrs. Little! (No, they are not related.)

Helen and Emily discuss their passion for reading, favorite novels and authors, how they are both in the process of writing a book, and much more!