The Book Case

• The Reynolds Brothers and International Dot Day

  Take a moment to sit down with us to talk to the Reynolds Brothers, Peter and Paul.  On Thursday of this week we appeared on GMA to talk about International Dot Day, a worldwide creativity movement inspired by The Dot, an illustrated children’s book released more than 20 years ago. Tune in to find out more about why this book means so much to so many, and why it’s message has spread around the world.  We also talk to a uniquely named bookseller you won’t soon forget. Join us! For more information on Dot Day: https://www.internationaldotday.org/ Find books mentioned on The Book Case: https://www.goodmorningamerica.com/shop/story/book-case-podcast-reading-list-118433302 Books mentioned on this week's episode: The Dot by Peter H. Reynolds Ish by Peter H. Reynolds  Sky Color by Peter H. Reynolds Love You By Heart by Peter H. Reynolds Say Something! By Peter H. Reynolds Gift of Words by Peter H. Reynolds Be You! By Peter H. Reynolds Peace Train by Cat Stevens & Peter H. Reynolds  The World Collector by Peter H. Reynolds Happy Dreamer by Peter H. Reynolds Little Happy Dreamer by Peter H. Reynolds  The North Star by Peter H. Reynolds  Our Table by Peter H. Reynolds Going Places by Peter and Paul Reynolds I’m Here by Peter H. Reynolds Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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• Virginia Evans and the Art of Writing Letters

  Occasionally, a book comes into your life that is a revelation. And The Correspondent by Virginia Evans was one of these books for us. A masterful epistolary novel in which the protagonist, a retired lawyer named Sybil, corresponds with…well, anyone and everyone.  It’s an incredible read. Trust us. Don’t miss this great conversation with a wonderful writer. And to sweeten the pot? We also talk to The Vermont Bookstore. Join us. Find books mentioned on The Book Case: https://www.goodmorningamerica.com/shop/story/book-case-podcast-reading-list-118433302 Books mentioned on this week's episode: The Correspondent by Virginia Evans 84 Charing Cross Road by Helen Hanff The White Album by Joan Didion Lonesome Dove by Larry McMurtry Commonwealth by Ann Patchett Never Let Me Go by Kazuo Ishiguro Moby Dick by Herman Melville East of Eden by John Steinbeck The Boy From The Sea by Garrett Carr Warlight by Michael Ondaatje Is a River Alive? By Robert Macfarlane Braiding Sweetgrass by Robin Wall Kimmerer Joyride by Susan Orlean COMING 10/14/25 Heart the Lover by Lily King COMING 9/20/25 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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• Thomas Schlesser and the Art of Art History

  Thomas Schlesser is a French Art Historian whose new novel, Mona’s Eyes is a brilliant way of exploring the great museums of Paris.  When Mona, his title character, is in danger of losing her sight, her grandfather, Henri, decides to show her one work of art a week for a year in the hopes that she can absorb all the beauty of the world before she goes blind. It is not just the touching story of a wonderful French girl and her grandfather visiting art, but also an amazing course in Art History.  From Botticelli to Basquiat, Thomas will tell you the history and stories behind some of the world’s greatest.  Join us as we talk to him about these fifty two works, his unforgettable characters and why it took him ten years to write. Find books mentioned on The Book Case: https://www.goodmorningamerica.com/shop/story/book-case-podcast-reading-list-118433302 Books mentioned on this week's episode: Mona’s Eyes by Thomas SchlesserLuminous Loves by Thomas Schlesser Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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• Kathy Wang Believes in Satisfaction

  Kathy Wang’s newest, The Satisfaction Café is the story of Joan Laing, her compromises, her victories, her loves and her loneliness.  In this memorable story, Joan and her reflections lead us through the journey of her life…culminating in the opening of a unique, strange and lovely café..  Kathy’s writing is poignant, subtle, and Joan, her protagonist is flawed yet inspiring.  Take a seat at the Satisfaction Café with us as we talk to Kathy about how she does what she does, and why she believes “satisfaction” may spell out true happiness. Find books mentioned on The Book Case: https://www.goodmorningamerica.com/shop/story/book-case-podcast-reading-list-118433302 Books mentioned in this week's episode: The Satisfaction Café by Kathy Wang Imposter Syndrome by Kathy Wang Family Trust by Kathy Wang The World According to Garp by John Irving Breathing Lessons by Anne Tyler Monogamy by Sue Miller Villain by Shūichi Yoshida Middlemarch by George Eliot Bridget Jones Diary by Helen Fielding The Edge of Reason by Helen Fielding My Brilliant Friend by Elena Ferrante Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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• Our Writer in Residence Finishes His First Draft

  J. Ryan Stradal is our Writer in Residence, if you have been following along.  What does that mean?  Well, we have been with him from step one since he started his fourth novel, as yet unnamed.  A deeply personal novel that imagines the third act his mother might have lived if she had progressed past the age of 55.  She was J.’s person, his guiding light and his North Star.  He has now finished his first draft and we talk to him as he tackles notes and thinks about bringing the novel to market.  Also joining us is Jonah Zimiles, one of our all-time favorite booksellers with his mission based independent bookstore, Words in Maplewood.  Join us for a great show with old friends. Find books mentioned on The Book Case: https://www.goodmorningamerica.com/shop/story/book-case-podcast-reading-list-118433302 Books mentioned in this week's episode: Kitchens of the Great Midwest by J. Ryan Stradal Saturday Night at the Lakeside Supper Club by J. Ryan Stradal The Lager Queen of Minnesota by J. Ryan Stradal The Sportswriter by Richard Ford Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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