In this episode, novelist and composer-lyricist Julia Riew discusses the inspirations behind her debut novel, her journey in the musical and publishing industries, and the lessons she’s learned along the way. Tune in for an insightful conversation on creativity, storytelling, and advice for aspiring artists carving their own paths.

In this episode, listen in on the layered symbolism in Balzac and the Little Chinese Seamstress. From the sly snake to the ring of freedom, Amber unpacks the Seamstress’s transformative journey amid the harsh realities of China’s Cultural Revolution and the Re-Education program. Join her as we analyze how literature becomes a gateway to liberation.

In this episode, the beloved book reviewer and interviewer Dahlia chats about curating the perfect bookstagram aesthetic, her favorite fantasy and romance reads, and the behind-the-scenes of building a thoughtful online literary space—plus her tips for discovering your next favorite book! Check out her Instagram @ofpagesandprint

In this conversation, Alison Morquecho (@thebookishcamper) shares her journey from being a bookstagrammer to becoming an author's assistant in the publishing industry. Tune in as she discusses the importance of community connections and the balance between professional and personal work!

Tune in to this episode as journalist Helen Li discusses her LA Times cover story on Yellowface by R.F. Kuang. We dive into real-life literary scandals, questions of authorship and race, and how the novel reflects the publishing industry’s ethics and power dynamics.

Tune in with Amber as she interviews Harvard graduate Madi Fabber and discusses how The Invisible Life of Addie LaRue resonates beyond fiction. This is an episode filled with personal anecdotes and insightful analysis on what it means to leave a legacy, identity, and purpose. To learn more about Madi, please visit https://www.madifabber.com/.

Not sure if you want to read it? Tune it to find out! In this episode, Amber shares about one of her favorite reads and elaborates on the plot and characters along with a quick analysis of the book.

Book: The Invisible Life of Addie LaRue by V.E. Schwab

This episode dives into a highly influential play and explores the compelling aspect of guilt- how it's visible and how it transforms lives. Incorporated into family drama, the past comes back to haunt the present, and tune in with Amber to find out what happens next.