Books, Beach, & Beyond

Elin Hilderbrand, Tim Talks Books, N Magazine
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Join Elin Hilderbrand, #1 New York Times bestselling author of 30 titles and the “Queen of the Beach Reads,” and Tim Ehrenberg, creator of the popular Tim Talks Books, as they talk shop and host spirited discussions with special guests from bestselling and internationally recognized authors, to publishing industry insiders, to local island legends who feature prominently in Hilderbrand’s prolific Nantucket stories.  From what it’s like to take a book to the screen to the intricacies and intimate details of an author’s writing process, Hilderbrand and Ehrenberg take listeners on an exciting (and amusing) journey each episode, bringing books to life in a brand-new way in this podcast presented by N Magazine.  A special thank you to our Season 2 Premier Sponsors: Nantucket Book Partners, Book of the Month, The Nantucket Hotel, Cartolina, and Triple Eight Distillery.Interested in advertising in Books, Beach, & Beyond? Email advertising@n-magazine.com to learn more!

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  1. Episode 1

    Ann Patchett & Emma Straub

    Elin Hilderbrand and Tim Ehrenberg of Tim Talks Books are back for Season 4 of Books, Beach, & Beyond! The two co-hosts update listeners on their years so far and then introduce returning guests Ann Patchett and Emma Straub, both bookstore owners (Parnassus Books in Nashville, TN, and Books Are Magic in Brooklyn, NY), and both with new books this year. The four talk about bookstores from childhood, what it’s like owning a bookstore, and their favorite books of 2026 so far. They dive into the research for Emma’s new novel published this April,  American Fantasy and discuss the themes of Ann’s newest on shelves this week, Whistler.  The episode ends with a bunch of book recommendations for you to check out. This is an entertaining conversation between four readers and friends to kick off your summer reading. A readers’ dream! Thank you to our Episode Sponsors: Little, BrownNantucket Island ToursAnd a special thank you to our Season 4 Premier Sponsors: Book of the MonthNantucket Book PartnersLittle, BrownBooks Mentioned in this episode The Five-Star Weekend by Elin HilderbrandAmerican Fantasy by Emma StraubWhistler by Ann PatchettThis is Not About Us by Allegra GoodmanThe Heir Apparent by Rebecca ArmitageJohn of John by Douglas StuartKin by Tayari JonesThe Reservation by Rebecca KauffmannThe Things We Never Say by Elizabeth StroutLost Lambs by Madeline CashSophie Standing There by Meg MasonHollow Bones by Jodi PicoultDown with the Shipmans by Meg Mitchell MooreThe Shampoo Effect by Jenny JacksonCool Machine by Colson WhiteheadMusic Against the Night by Yiyun LiSorrow and Bliss by Meg MasonPly by Hernan DiazFollow/Subscribe to the 'Books, Beach, & Beyond' podcast now to stay current on new episodes. And find us on Instagram at @booksbeachandbeyond Happy Reading!

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Join Elin Hilderbrand, #1 New York Times bestselling author of 30 titles and the “Queen of the Beach Reads,” and Tim Ehrenberg, creator of the popular Tim Talks Books, as they talk shop and host spirited discussions with special guests from bestselling and internationally recognized authors, to publishing industry insiders, to local island legends who feature prominently in Hilderbrand’s prolific Nantucket stories.  From what it’s like to take a book to the screen to the intricacies and intimate details of an author’s writing process, Hilderbrand and Ehrenberg take listeners on an exciting (and amusing) journey each episode, bringing books to life in a brand-new way in this podcast presented by N Magazine.  A special thank you to our Season 2 Premier Sponsors: Nantucket Book Partners, Book of the Month, The Nantucket Hotel, Cartolina, and Triple Eight Distillery.Interested in advertising in Books, Beach, & Beyond? Email advertising@n-magazine.com to learn more!

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  • Creator
    Elin Hilderbrand, Tim Talks Books, N Magazine
  • Episodes
    42
  • Seasons
    4
  • Rating
    Clean
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    © 2026 Books, Beach, & Beyond
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