D&D brings together two nerdy teens in this sweet YA book about Darcy, who moves to a small conservative town with her two moms where she meets Art, a shy young man whose father is a powerful clergyman. Sparks fly both in and out of game – and the two must figure out a way to work together to start their High School’s first QSA (Queer Student Allia…

Erica Wright brings a modern twist on Shakespeare’s MEASURE FOR MEASURE in HOLLOW BONES, which recasts villain Angelo as a serpent handling preacher.By Syosset Public Library - Librarians

When wealthy, impulsive summer girl Margot meets hardworking and steady local girl Thea in the summer of 1967, the unlikely pair become fast friends, working alongside one another in a record store and spending every spare moment together. But after an unspeakable incident on one devastating August night, they don’t see one another for ten years…un…

Evan Friss stops by to chat about THE BOOKSHOP: A HISTORY OF THE AMERICAN BOOKSTORE. We chat about the American bookstore and its central place in American cultural life, from Ben Franklin to Borders, from Amazon to author-owned shops.By Syosset Public Library - Librarians

IT HAD TO BE YOU brings all the twists and wittiness readers have grown to LOVE from Brazier in this spicy story about two spies on a collision course that will either leave them kissing or killing each other.By Syosset Public Library - Librarians

A daughter races to uncover her mother’s secret life in the wake of her disappearance in this thriller about two generations of women who seem so very different, but are alike in more ways than they’d care to admit. Kimberly McCreight’s LIKE MOTHER, LIKE DAUGHTER is a perfect domestic thriller!By Syosset Public Library - Librarians

Josh Winning brings all the chills and thrills of a summer camp slasher flick to HEADS WILL ROLL, the story of an actress who gets canceled on twitter – and comes head to head with someone who wants to cancel her permanently.By Syosset Public Library - Librarians

Fans of Carola Lovering’s TELL ME LIES will devour this emotional rollercoaster which introduces us to Annabelle, an ambitious TV journalist who meets a seemingly perfect man who excels in hiding the truth.By Syosset Public Library - Librarians

Lisa Wingate, the New York Times Bestselling author of BEFORE WE WERE YOURS stopped by to talk with Evelyn about her new book, SHELTERWOOD. SHELTERWOOD tells the captivating and untold history of women pioneers who fought to protect the children in Oklahoma from hungry land barons. Lisa tells Evelyn how she found out about this unknown piece of Okl…

Jessica Waite’s THE WIDOW’S GUIDE TO DEAD BASTARDS is a beautiful and vulnerable memoir about, her husband’s unexpected death, the shocking revelations that came to light in its wake, and her experiences with grief and recovery.By Syosset Public Library - Librarians

Jenn chatted with Juliet Grames about THE LOST BOY OF SANTA CHIONIA, about a young American woman turned amateur detective in a small village in Southern Italy. They talked about reconstructing 1960s Calabria on the page, and the role of women in Italian organized crime.By Syosset Public Library - Librarians

Ever wonder what a chupacabra is thinking? Jenn talked to comics creator Lisa Naffziger about DEJA ROSS SPEAKS TO FREAKS, a sweet and funny middle grade graphic novel about a seventh-grade cryptozoologist touring the country and chatting with cryptids.By Syosset Public Library - Librarians

Meg Shaffer’s THE LOST STORY serves up a fresh tale of Fairy Tales and those of us who still believe in them. Readers will find themselves immediately enchanted by Jeremy and Rafe, two “Lost Boys” who came home, and Emilie a woman who hopes they are the key to finding her lost sister.By Syosset Public Library - Librarians

SHS Student Jason Feldman chats about his efforts to create a documentary about the 50th anniversary of WKWZ and how a HS radio station came to have such a powerful legacy.By Syosset Public Library - Librarians

Jenn gets to talk to one of her fave comics creators! Lilah Sturges dropped by to chat about THE SCIENCE OF GHOSTS, her brilliant and gorgeous new graphic novel about Joy Ravenna, a transgender parapsychologist dealing with the very real challenges presented by both the dead and the living.By Syosset Public Library - Librarians

Travel back to the land of GrahBhag with Zenith and his older (or is she younger?) sister Apogee, as more creepy mysteries unravel. Rob Renzetti, known for his work in the animation industry, delivers a real treat for middle grade horror readers in this follow up to THE HORRIBLE BAG OF TERRIBLE THINGS.…

Syosset Alumni, Jordan Young considers himself very lucky. With a career in entertainment that brought us FISH OUT OF WATER, one of the most celebrated episodes of Bojack Horseman of all time, Jordan “stopped by” to chat about how he found himself following his passion in animation.By Syosset Public Library - Librarians

Jessikah and Jenn were thrilled to talk to Alex Hirsch (and Gruncle Stan, and Bill Cipher) about his upcoming THE BOOK OF BILL, which touches on Bill’s origins, his POV of the events of Gravity Falls, tips for overthrowing the world, and cryptic puzzles and riddles.By Syosset Public Library - Librarians

Jenn chatted with Jared Pechaček about his beautiful and singular THE WEST PASSAGE, a multi-POV high fantasy with distinctly dreamlike and surreal vibes. They chat about story, about worldbuilding or the lack thereof, and about dream logic.By Syosset Public Library - Librarians

Episode three hundred seven - part fiveJenn was thrilled to chat with Lev Grossman about his long-awaited follow-up to THE MAGICIANS trilogy. THE BRIGHT SWORD is a creative and compelling new take on Arthurian legend, set in a fallen world after Arthur’s death.By Syosset Public Library - Librarians

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Episode three hundred seven - part oneTerry J. Benton-Walker stopped by to talk about editing and contributing to THE WHITE GUY DIES FIRST: 13 SCARY STORIES OF FEAR AND POWER, a gorgeously chilling edited volume that brings together horror stories from 13 amazing BIPOC authors!By Syosset Public Library - Librarians

Episode three hundred seven - part fourIn 2022, Balazs Lorinczi appeared on the show to discuss his graphic novel debut, DOUGHNUTS AND DOOM. Now he’s back to talk about WOLFPITCH, a charming rom-com about a supernatural all-girl rock band.By Syosset Public Library - Librarians

Episode three hundred six - part threeASSASSINS ANNOYMOUS is a fun ride-along with Mark – a reformed Killer for Hire who is REALLY trying to stay on the “No Killing Wagon”. Of course, the life he seeks is soon about to come into conflict with the life he left behind.By Syosset Public Library - Librarians

Episode three hundred six - part twoOPHELIA WAS MURDERED delivers a fresh tour of a post apocalyptic landscape directly through the eyes of an unforgettable protagonist. Nate Draikinator Schoonover joins Turn the Page to chat about their thrilling first novel skillfully written in second person that matches art, poetry, and so much more with this t…

Episode three hundred six - part oneOur favorite Buckaroo is back! Chuck Tingle brings another gleefully fun blend of horror and thoughtful social commentary with BURY YOUR GAYS, the story of Misha, a closeted filmmaker who finds himself in a crisis when the devils from his films begin to appear in real life.…

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Episode three hundred five - part fourGeneva Lee, bestselling author of fantasy romance and contemporary romance, stops by to talk about FILTHY RICH FAE, the first in a new series spinning off from FILTHY RICH VAMPIRES.By Syosset Public Library - Librarians

Episode three hundred five - part twoPhilip Kaisary’s FROM HAVANA TO HOLLYWOOD: SLAVE RESISTANCE IN THE CINEMATIC IMAGINARY is a fascinating exploration of the depiction of slave rebellions on film. He stopped by to chat about his research into some extremely interesting films.By Syosset Public Library - Librarians

Episode three hundred five - part fiveSet in the 1950s, this Southern Gothic thriller by Edgar Award–winning author Lori Roy reimagines the life of Marilyn Monroe, tying her fate to a dreamy teenager whose boyfriend runs afoul of the mob.By Syosset Public Library - Librarians

Episode three hundred five - part oneAdam Nimoy’s THE MOST HUMAN: RECONCILING WITH MY FATHER, LEONARD NIMOY, is a touching and insightful exploration of his estrangement and reconciliation with his famous father. Adam stopped by to talk about fathers, fame, and legacy.By Syosset Public Library - Librarians

Episode three hundred five - part threeJenn chatted with Kirsty Greenwood, author of THE LOVE OF MY AFTERLIFE, a deeply funny and deeply touching rom-com about a recently deceased woman who meets “the one” in the hereafter’s waiting room and gets a second chance at her happily ever after.By Syosset Public Library - Librarians

Episode three hundred four - part twoJosh Malerman brings his unique voice back to Turn the Page to talk about INCIDENTS AROUND THE HOUSE, a not quite possession story narrated by Bela, an 8 year old girl at the center of it all. Josh discusses the origins of Bela’s story and how writing this book was most similar to BIRD BOX.…

Episode three hundred four - part oneA collection of short stories interconnected through the theme of an author who might have had a one night stand with the Devil at a Halloween party decades before. Lima connects the supernatural with politics and absurdism in CRAFT: Stories I wrote for the Devil.…

Episode three hundred four - part fourLexi Blake stopped by to talk about the sustaining power of romance and her new book, MY ROYAL SHOWMANCE, the second installment of the Park Avenue Promise novels.By Syosset Public Library - Librarians

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Episode three hundred three - part oneRosalie M. Lin’s DAUGHTER OF CALAMITY is a gorgeous and evocative historical fantasy set in a richly imagined 1930s Shanghai. Rosalie stopped by to talk about the book’s creative blend of historical research and her personal experiences abroad that informed her writing.…

Episode three hundred three - part threeJenn sat down with Ruth Bonapace to chat about her novel THE BULGARIAN TRAINING MANUAL, in which body builder Tina takes an Oz-like journey to Bulgaria and back again in search of a mysterious book with the power to unlock her fitness dreamsBy Syosset Public Library - Librarians

Episode three hundred three - part fiveWho would fall in love with a serial killer? Tasha Coryell’s LOVE LETTERS TO A SERIAL KILLER introduces us to Hannah, who has been unlucky in love – until she meets William via her true crime obsession. The problem? William is incarcerated for being an alleged serial killer, and Hannah might be making a mistak…

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Episode three hundred three - part twoEden Royce’s HOLLOW TONGUE is a gorgeous and haunting Southern Gothic novella about family, houses, memory, and bodies. Eden stopped by to chat about returning to the cocoon of the past after trauma.By Syosset Public Library - Librarians

Episode three hundred two - part threeAuthor Jessie Rosen chats with Evelyn about The Heirloom – her very first adult novel which sets a superstitious bride to be on a globetrotting journey to hunt down the lost history of her heirloom engagement ring.By Syosset Public Library - Librarians

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Episode three hundred two - part fourJenn spoke to director Frances Causey about her documentary FINAL FIGHT: WHEN THE TRAUMA OF WAR COMES HOME, which provides a fascinating and empathetic overview of the Post-Traumatic Stress epidemic in the American military. Learn more here: Final Fight (DVD)By Syosset Public Library - Librarians

Episode three hundred two - part twoSusie Dumond’s LOOKING FOR A SIGN is a delicious queer rom-com about a down & out lesbian who decides to find her soul mate by dating every zodiac sign. Susie chatted about writing New Orleans, astrology, and navigating your Saturn Return!By Syosset Public Library - Librarians

Episode three hundred one - part fiveJenn was delighted to chat with cult filmmaker Lee Demarbre about his new instant cult classic, ENTER THE DRAG DRAGON. The Blu Ray is out June 11- learn more here! Enter The Drag Dragon (Blu-Ray/DVD)https://mvdshop.com/products/enter-the-drag-dragon-blu-ray-dvdBy Syosset Public Library - Librarians

Episode three hundred one - part threeValerie Bauman, an investigative reporter at Newsweek, stopped by to talk about INCONCEIVABLE: SUPER SPERM DONORS, OFF-THE-GRID INSEMINATION, AND UNCONVENTIONAL FAMILY PLANNING is a fascinating and moving work that combines memoir and investigative reportingBy Syosset Public Library - Librarians

Episode three hundred one - part fourMae Bennett zoomed in to chat about BARELY EVEN FRIENDS – A modern twist on Beauty and the Beast featuring a Plus sized Beauty named Bellamy who takes a job as a contractor to restore an estate under the care of the very grumpy Oliver Killington, the heir to an empire who is very unhappy to share space with anyo…

Episode three hundred one - part oneAmy Dressler talks remixing Shakespeare, as well as all the research that went into writing, HOW TO ALIGN THE STARS, a contemporary twist on much ado about nothing, featuring Beatrice, am Astronomy Professor and her younger cousin Heron, a bride to be on the brink of graduating from the same small college where B…

Episode three hundred one - part twoFamilial trauma haunts Elise decades after her sister Robin disappears. When 35 year old Elise’s ex is murdered in the same location as her sister’s disappearance, Victoria Helen Stone invites us to FOLLOW HER DOWN the trail were she hopes to find some answers to the past.…