Literary Matchmaking

Today’s guest is Esther Dairiam, who I first connected with when my husband and I stumbled into her store* Read It & Eat, in Chicago’s Lincoln Park neighborhood, when we ... Read more

August 29, 2017April 28, 2020

WSIRN Ep 93: Books to help you manage anxiety + a book brunch that will have you drooling

Literary Matchmaking, Podcast

Today’s guest, Kristin Economos, has an incredible story to tell and one many people will resonate with, including myself. After experiencing a season of severe anxiety, Kristin says her return ... Read more

March 1, 2015May 25, 2015

Seeking intriguing (and odd) mysteries, well-developed characters, and a strong sense of place.

Books & Reading, Literary Matchmaking

The details on this ongoing project, and the factors I’m taking to heart. Readers told me 3 books they loved, 1 book they hated, and what they’re reading right now. In turn, I’m recommending 3 ... Read more

February 1, 2015June 6, 2015

Seeking: great literary fiction.

Books & Reading, Literary Matchmaking

It’s been a while, but today we’re matching readers with the right books for them. (Read the details on this ongoing project, and the factors I’m taking to heart.) Readers told me 3 books they ... Read more

October 26, 2014October 29, 2015

Books that are really engaging, but easy to read.

Books & Reading, Literary Matchmaking

September 21, 2014March 21, 2018

Fiction recommendations for the Anglophile.

Books & Reading, Literary Matchmaking

The details on this ongoing project, the factors I’m taking to heart, and the literary matchmaking podcast that accompanies it. Readers told me 3 books they loved, 1 book they hated, and what they’re ... Read more

September 14, 2014September 9, 2016