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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
Fiona Davis’s eighth novel follows a narrative that moves through different time periods to explore a mystery at the Metropolitan Museum of Art. The story draws on real-life inspirations for the characters Charlotte and Annie and suggests an alternative perspective of viewing the Met as a collection of stories rather than merely objects.
This month, we were delighted to dive into the pages of Broken Country, a novel that captivated our more than 100,000-strong community. Clare Leslie Hall, the brilliant mind behind this gripping story, joined us for an engaging conversation.
Clare Pooley explains how she came up with her ensemble comedy about seniors, secrets — and toddlers!
2024
Ruth Reichl shares how a real dress and her time in 1980s Paris inspired her latest novel—a heartfelt tribute to art, fashion & food.
Jodi Picoult shares surprising Shakespeare insights, a hidden literary theory & her take on women in the writing world.
Kristin Hannah discusses her new book honoring women in the Vietnam War & why Frankie is her favorite character.
2023
Marie Benedict talks about The First Ladies, uncovering the hidden friendship between Eleanor Roosevelt and Mary McLeod Bethune.
Ann Napolitano shares how postcards, basketball history, and personal loss shaped Hello Beautiful—and her next tree-filled project.
Colleen Oakley shares the inspiration behind her latest book, a fun road trip story about friendship, family, and new adventures.
2022
Diane Chamberlain reveals how she weaved two stories into one in her bestseller, ‘The Last House on the Street,’ and its inspirations.
Robert Dugoni's 'The World Played Chess' explores coming-of-age through raw, honest stories of young men in tough situations.
Amor Towles dives into his writing process and how he crafted the multi-perspective masterpiece, The Lincoln Highway.
2021
Liane Moriarty's 'Apples Never Fall' delves into family secrets and competition—soon to be a TV hit with Annette Bening!
Heather Webber talks ‘Midnight at the Blackbird Café,’ a sweet story about pain, healing, and the magic of small towns.
T.J. Newman reveals how her red-eye flight inspired ‘Falling,’ a thriller that keeps you on the edge of your seat.





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