Our State Book Club

Wiley Cash
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Join the Our State Book Club,curated and hosted by acclaimed novelist Wiley Cash. In this bimonthly podcast, Cash will highlight books by North Carolina authors, starting with Charles Frazier's chilling best seller The Trackers. This new podcast invites you to sit in on a conversation between the two authors as they discuss creativity, character inspiration, and North Carolina's role in their writing process.

  1. DEC 16

    Ben Fountain

    New York Times best-selling author Ben Fountain discusses his book Devil Makes Three as well as his time spent in Haiti, Texas and the Carolinas. Each month, New York Times best-selling author Wiley Cash handpicks contemporary books by fellow North Carolinian authors (and those writing books set in the state), encouraging listeners to read along and get to know the writers behind the stories. Wiley reviews each book in both the print and digital versions of Our State Magazine - producing two podcast episodes a month. Contact Our State Book Club: podcast@ourstate.com

    42 min

  2. DEC 1

    Sarah Addison Allen Part 1

    New York Times best-selling author Sarah Addison Allen discusses the challenges of rejection and discovering your true voice as a writer. Each month, New York Times best-selling author Wiley Cash handpicks contemporary books by fellow North Carolinian authors (and those writing books set in the state), encouraging listeners to read along and get to know the writers behind the stories. Wiley reviews each book in both the print and digital versions of Our State Magazine - producing two podcast episodes a month. Contact Our State Book Club: podcast@ourstate.com A message from our sponsor, Elon University: The Power of Purpose The 2025-26 Elon University Speaker Series brings purposeful voices to the forefront. Hear from Olympic gold medalist Katie Ledecky, techno-sociologist Zeynep Tufekci and Army intelligence officer Lt. Gen. (Ret.) Robert P. Ashley, Jr., as they explore what drives leaders to make a difference. Visit https://www.elon.edu/u/speaker-series/

    21 min

  3. NOV 18

    Denise Kiernan Part 2

    Kiernan discusses her book "We Gather Together" and the historic precursors to our own Thanksgiving Holiday. Each month, New York Times best-selling author Wiley Cash handpicks contemporary books by fellow North Carolinian authors (and those writing books set in the state), encouraging listeners to read along and get to know the writers behind the stories. Wiley reviews each book in both the print and digital versions of Our State Magazine - producing two podcast episodes a month. Contact Our State Book Club: podcast@ourstate.com

    28 min

  4. NOV 4

    Denise Kiernan Part 1

    Kiernan discusses her artistic upbringing and curious perspective she's gained from traveling the world. Each month, New York Times best-selling author Wiley Cash handpicks contemporary books by fellow North Carolinian authors (and those writing books set in the state), encouraging listeners to read along and get to know the writers behind the stories. Wiley reviews each book in both the print and digital versions of Our State Magazine - producing two podcast episodes a month. Contact Our State Book Club: podcast@ourstate.com

    29 min

  5. OCT 21

    Ghost Stories, Gothic Horror, and Dracula with Best-selling Author Elizabeth Kostova

    As a child, an Asheville writer was enthralled by the spooky tales her father told her. Years later, those iconic stories helped her write one of her own. Each month, New York Times bestselling author Wiley Cash handpicks contemporary books by fellow North Carolinian authors and those writing books set in the state, encouraging readers to join in the fun. Wiley will review each book in both the print and digital versions of the magazine and produce two podcast episodes highlighting the selected book and author. Email us: podcast@ourstate.com

    35 min

  6. OCT 8

    Elizabeth Kostova, Part 1

    As a child, an Asheville writer was enthralled by the spooky tales her father told her. Years later, those iconic stories helped her write one of her own. Each month, New York Times bestselling author Wiley Cash handpicks contemporary books by fellow North Carolinian authors and those writing books set in the state, encouraging readers to join in the fun. Wiley will review each book in both the print and digital versions of the magazine and produce two podcast episodes highlighting the selected book and author. Email us: podcast@ourstate.com

    29 min

  7. SEP 17

    De'Shawn Charles Winslow Part 2

    After leaving his coastal hometown for the big city, one author finds his calling writing about the people and places that shaped him. Join The New York Times best-selling author and North Carolina native Wiley Cash as he highlights great writers across the state and their work each month. Listen in on conversations between Cash and his author friends as they discuss how North Carolina inspires them on the Our State Book Club podcast. Email Us at Podcast@Ourstate.com

    23 min

  8. SEP 2

    De'Shawn Charles Winslow, Part 1

    After leaving his coastal hometown for the big city, one author finds his calling writing about the people and places that shaped him. Join The New York Times best-selling author and North Carolina native Wiley Cash as he highlights great writers across the state and their work each month. Listen in on conversations between Cash and his author friends as they discuss how North Carolina inspires them on the Our State Book Club podcast. Email Us at Podcast@Ourstate.com

    34 min
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Join the Our State Book Club,curated and hosted by acclaimed novelist Wiley Cash. In this bimonthly podcast, Cash will highlight books by North Carolina authors, starting with Charles Frazier's chilling best seller The Trackers. This new podcast invites you to sit in on a conversation between the two authors as they discuss creativity, character inspiration, and North Carolina's role in their writing process.

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  • Creator
    Wiley Cash
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2025
  • Episodes
    44
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2024
  • Show Website
    Our State Book Club

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