Author Interviews
Our exclusive interviews with authors from The Girlfriend Book Club bring you behind-the-scenes scoops, juicy details, and the kind of literary chats you won’t find anywhere else. So go ahead—hit play and stay a while!
2025
‘The Story She Left Behind,’ a gripping tale inspired by Barbara Newhall Follett’s real-life mystery. Hear about the book’s inspirations, insights into historical details, and intriguing research process.
30:15
Fiona Davis’s eighth novel follows a narrative that moves through different time periods to explore a mystery at the Metropolitan Museum of Art.
25:52
This month, we were delighted to dive into the pages of Broken Country, a novel that captivated our more than 100,000-strong community.
28:20
2024
In this candid interview, author Chris Whitaker talks about two violent episodes in his past that inspired the main character of his latest novel.
27:13
Intrigue, female friendship, a 1950s boarding house and actual recipes all went into Quinn's post-pandemic book.
32:38
Catherine Newman’s ‘Sandwich’ is a hilarious, poignant, spot-on story about life with half-grown kids and fully aging parents.
30:59
2023
Barbara Kingsolver talks about writing Demon Copperhead, her Pulitzer Prize win, and capturing the opioid crisis with honesty.
47:51
Lisa See shares how a pandemic pivot led her to write Lady Tan’s Circle of Women—a deep dive into ancient Chinese medicine.
30:25
Ann Patchett shares how ‘Our Town’ shaped Tom Lake, her writing process, and the special story behind her 60th birthday.
35:44
2022
Steven Rowley shares how his love for Auntie Mame inspired The Guncle, a heartwarming comedy about family and strength.
29:37
Sadeqa Johnson shares how a walk on Virginia’s Slave Trail inspired Yellow Wife, a story of resilience and empowerment.
26:47
Nita Prose’s The Maid is a Clue-like mystery about personal growth, inspired by a chance encounter and Molly’s voice.
30:41
2021
Liane Moriarty's 'Apples Never Fall' delves into family secrets and competition—soon to be a TV hit with Annette Bening!
31:11
Heather Webber talks ‘Midnight at the Blackbird Café,’ a sweet story about pain, healing, and the magic of small towns.
30:28
T.J. Newman reveals how her red-eye flight inspired ‘Falling,’ a thriller that keeps you on the edge of your seat.
31:56
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