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Author Q&A: Sara Novic on “True Biz” – Coming of Age Amid Deaf Culture

Recently, Book Nation Book Club had a wonderful conversation with author Sara Nović about her novel, True Biz (Random House) and the Deaf community. The story centers around a high school for the Deaf and dives deep into the lives of three main characters: Charlie, Austin and February. Charlie is a…

Jennifer BlankfeinJuly 4, 2022

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“High Flight”: A Life Lived at Altitude, Anchored in Faith

From the roar of an F-15 slicing the sky at supersonic speed to the hushed stillness of a fog-covered runway, few lives have been lived at such altitude and with such depth as the one captured in High Flight In this Q&A, author Richard Hess takes us beyond the cockpit…

BookTribAugust 28, 2025

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A Tapestry of War, Memory, and Survival

What does it mean to come of age in a world where truth itself is a battlefield? Through shifting timelines and converging fates, The Threads Remain wrestles with identity, morality, and the haunting legacies of war. In this Q&A with author Glenn Shapiro, we step beyond the page to uncover…

BookTribAugust 27, 2025

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Captivity, Colonization, and Courage: The Story Behind The White Cheyenne

The White Cheyenne brings readers into a richly layered world where history, identity, and survival collide. In this Q&A, author Ann Kilgore discusses the inspirations behind Catherine’s character, the challenges of writing across cultures, and how personal experience and historical research shaped the novel’s depth and authenticity. Catherine, or “K-Ox,”…

BookTribAugust 15, 2025

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Fiction Meets Fact: Exploring WWII’s Overlooked Heroes in The Mapmaker

Drawing on his lifelong fascination with maps, his experience in the cockpit, and meticulous historical research, this author weaves a story of resilience and connection between two unlikely allies. In this Q&A, author Tom Young discusses the real-life inspirations behind his characters, the challenge of blending fact with fiction, and…

BookTribAugust 11, 2025

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Belief as a Battlefield: Exploring Loyalty, Power, and Propaganda

Inspired by real-world vulnerabilities and shaped by the authors' extensive military and aviation experience, the novel explores how belief, whether in God, country, or ideology, can be both a source of strength and a weapon of manipulation. In this Q&A, co-authors Richard Hess and Alan Cockrell discuss the creation of…

BookTribJuly 29, 2025

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A Cross-Cultural Journey Through Gender, Identity, and Feminism

In Portrait of a Feminist, the author weaves personal narrative with cultural critique, offering a deeply reflective exploration of identity, gender, and selfhood shaped across multiple continents and belief systems. In this Q&A, we talk with author Marianna Marlowe about the roots of her feminism, the complexities of family, faith,…

Kelsey HallJuly 18, 2025

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Bold Heroine Rides into History in this Immersive and Spirited Series

Calling all readers of historical fiction, fans of spirited heroines, and horse lovers, this book is for you. Poetic, powerful, and deeply humane, A Clan Chief’s Daughter is a reminder that sometimes, it takes just one person, one rider, one dreamer, one daughter to change the course of history. In…

BookTribJuly 2, 2025

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Learn to Find Wonder in Nature While Celebrating the Quiet Moments

Through the tiny lens of a ladybug, this poetic and enchanting book honors the silent beauty of nature, the value of observation, and the strength of curiosity. In a world filled with zany, fast-paced children’s books, A Magical Loveliness of Ladybugs offers a refreshing style that helps children take their time and…

BookTribJune 19, 2025

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High-Stakes Pulse-Pounding Techno-Thriller Combines Adventure and Intrigue

Imagine a covert operative enhanced by microscopic technology, only to discover the very tools that empower her might also be used to control her. This is the exhilarating premise of The Hidden Pulse, a high-octane blend of science fiction and thriller that grabs hold from page one. In this Q&A, we…

BookTribJune 18, 2025

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Debut Author’s Thrilling Tale of Magic and Mystery

What happens when you hold the power to change someone’s future — and still can’t save them? This is the fate of poor Fallon Quinn in Erika Fair’s thrilling debut, The Secret Girl, the first installment of The Lonely Raven trilogy. For Fallon, “second sight” has always been more a…

BookTribJune 6, 2025

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High Stakes and Suspense in Maxx King Thriller Trilogy

John H. Thomas' Maxx King Thriller Trilogy is an action-packed alternate history tale that is set in Seattle and New York City in September 2001. This trilogy is filled with suspense and high stakes that will blow readers away! In this Q&A, we talk with author John H. Thomas and…

BookTribMay 8, 2025

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Romance, Betrayal and Beachside Healing

Linny Mack's Changing Tides is a story about the delicate balance between heartbreak and hope. This heartfelt contemporary romance is filled with the best tropes: slow-burn romance and neighbors-to-lovers, oh my! In this Q&A, we talk with author Linny Mack and her process of writing this poetic story about love…

BookTribMay 20, 2025

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Debut Children’s Author Turns Anxiety into Magic

Somone Grier's Jason's Magical Butterflies is relatable children's book that will leave your child feeling encouraged and reassured. Join in on the journey of teaching our children how to deal with big emotions and learn how to navigate feelings with humor and charm. In this Q&A, we talk with author…

BookTribMay 19, 2025

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Mapping the Soul and the Enneagram’s Journey to Self-Discovery

Joseph Howell’s Know Your Soul is an engaging and reassuring tool that makes the Enneagram accessible for anyone seeking its help in healing or searching for spiritual transformation. In this Q&A, we talk with author Joseph Howell and his openness about how he was able to turn his seismic losses…

BookTribApril 21, 2025

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Striking Gold with this Middle Grade Heroic Tale

Full of secret codes, hidden intrigue, and a touch of the supernatural, this historical novel will have young readers on the edge of their seats. This premise marks the explosive start to Knocktopia: Secret of the Mother Lode by Hunter Malone. With fascinating puzzles, a keen knowledge of 19th-century mining…

BookTribApril 17, 2025

Author Q&A: Sara Novic on “True Biz” – Coming of Age Amid Deaf Culture

“High Flight”: A Life Lived at Altitude, Anchored in Faith

A Tapestry of War, Memory, and Survival

Captivity, Colonization, and Courage: The Story Behind The White Cheyenne

Fiction Meets Fact: Exploring WWII’s Overlooked Heroes in The Mapmaker

Belief as a Battlefield: Exploring Loyalty, Power, and Propaganda

A Cross-Cultural Journey Through Gender, Identity, and Feminism

Bold Heroine Rides into History in this Immersive and Spirited Series

Learn to Find Wonder in Nature While Celebrating the Quiet Moments

High-Stakes Pulse-Pounding Techno-Thriller Combines Adventure and Intrigue

Debut Author’s Thrilling Tale of Magic and Mystery

High Stakes and Suspense in Maxx King Thriller Trilogy

Romance, Betrayal and Beachside Healing

Debut Children’s Author Turns Anxiety into Magic

Mapping the Soul and the Enneagram’s Journey to Self-Discovery

Striking Gold with this Middle Grade Heroic Tale

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