Beaks & Geeks

Chuck Palahniuk, author of FIGHT CLUB, chats with Lindsay about throwing candy at his adoring fans and other spectacular things that occur at his book events. He tells us something no one knows about him and talks in detail about his new graphic novel and sequel, FIGHT CLUB 2. Read Chuck Palahniuk: http://bit.ly/2aeXdzY

Yaa Gyasi joins Amy to talk about her debut novel, HOMEGOING. They discuss diaspora, family, history, and writing an ambitious book. Learn about the book here: http://bit.ly/2argZWJ

Heather Havrilesky talks with Emily about her advice column, vulnerability, being compassionate, and watching Game of Thrones. Read HOW TO BE A PERSON IN THE WORLD: http://bit.ly/29FgDtA

Nancy Isenberg joins Amy to talk about her new history book, WHITE TRASH. Learn more about the book here: http://bit.ly/29F6jGp

Kathleen Smith, author of "The Fan Girl Life: A Guide to All the Feels and Learning How to Deal," joins guest host Emily Hughes to discuss her new book, her experiences throughout the writing process, and much more. Read the book: http://bit.ly/1SV0gxH

Guest host, Cara Cannella, contributing writer at Signature-reads.com, joins Calvin Trillin to talk about his new book. Learn more about JACKSON, 1964 here: http://bit.ly/291Bkls

Ken Segall, who worked with Steve Jobs as ad agency creative director for twelve years, talks with Lindsay about Apple, Mad Men, and his former life as a drummer in an Italian band. Read THINK SIMPLE: http://bit.ly/28NuyOl

Steve Hely, author of THE RIDICULOUS RACE and HOW I BECAME A FAMOUS NOVELIST, chats with Lindsay about comedy writing, traveling alone, and taking ayahuasca in South America. THE WONDER TRAIL: http://bit.ly/1YorcXJ

Jensen Karp, comedy writer and author of KANYE WEST OWES ME $300, talks with Lindsay about being a young rapper with a million dollar record deal and his poignant friendship with the infamous Kanye West. Read the book: http://bit.ly/1UpZAfm

Chuck Klosterman and his long-time editor, Brant Rumble talk with Amy about the future, Moby Dick, high-school level physics, serial killers and much more. Read about the book here: http://bit.ly/1t6L6L1 Follow the entire Life of the Book here: http://bit.ly/216fgsS

Whitney Way Thore, star of TLC's "My Big Fat Fabulous Life" jumps out of a ballroom class to talk with Lindsay about dancing, prejudice, writing, eating disorders, body positivity, and her mom, Babs. Click here to read I DO IT WITH THE LIGHTS ON: http://bit.ly/281dluQ & watch the moving book trailer: http://bit.ly/1sJihE1

Dan Vyleta, author of SMOKE, talks with Amy about the 19th century, victorian technology, immigration, teaching writing, and more. Learn about the book here: http://bit.ly/249wXbt

Karen White joins Amy to talk about her newest novel, FLIGHT PATTERNS, as well as family, Florida, bees, and fine china. Learn about the book here: http://bit.ly/1TU4MrC

Anna Drezen & Todd Dakotah Briscoe talk to guest host, Emily Hughes, about the terrible people they've met while working as concierges and the tips they've learned along the way. Read the book, HOW MAY WE HATE YOU: http://bit.ly/1Tswn5V

Faith Salie joins Amy to talk about listening, interviewing, parenting, life-changing literature, and hair. Learn about the book here: http://bit.ly/1TXyDSr