Top Shelf at the Merrick Library

By: Carol Ann Tack
  • Summary

  • Top Shelf at the Merrick Library is a podcast of all things books. Everything you'll need to stock your TOP SHELF!
    Copyright 2023 Top Shelf at the Merrick Library
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Episodes
  • E152: Interview with Adam White, author of The Midcoast
    Nov 20 2024

    For this episode, we head to Damariscotta, Maine, to chat with Adam White about his stunning debut, The Midcoast. This gripping novel dives into privilege, the shadows of the American dream, and the lengths we’ll go to protect the ones we love.

    I’ve been thinking about this book since it hit shelves two years ago and couldn’t be more thrilled Adam agreed to this interview! He shares the 11-year journey behind the book, its Gatsby-esque themes, and exciting news about The Midcoast being optioned by Hulu. Plus, he drops some fantastic book recommendations and teases what he’s working on next. Thank you for joining me, Adam!

    Adam White recommends: The Great Gatsby by F. Scott Fitzgerald; Netherland by Joseph O’Neill; The Lazarus Man by Richard Price; The End of Vandalism by Tom Drury.

    Place your hold for The Midcoast here.

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    27 mins
  • E151: Interview with Sean Jacques, author of Doe Run
    Nov 8 2024

    For this episode I sat down with author Sean Jacques to talk about his fiction debut, Doe Run. Author Eli Cranor says, “Sean Jacques knows the heart of the Ozarks, and puts that knowledge on full display in this sweltering debut. Doe Run burns slow like good bourbon. Drink up.” Doe Run by Sean Jacques features a desperate drifter on the run, Pen Cullen, who reluctantly returns home after a thirteen-year absence for the sole reason to pick up a family inheritance. He gets more than he bargains for and begs the question, “Can you go home again?”

    In this episode, Sean Jacques takes us behind the scenes of his creative journey, sharing insights into writing screenplays, the inspiration behind Doe Run, and his approach to crafting compelling characters. From the spark that ignited his passion for storytelling to the intricacies of character development, Sean’s perspective is both enlightening and inspiring. I absolutely loved diving into Doe Run—thank you, Sean, for joining me!

    Grab your copy of Doe Run right here.

    Sean Jacques recommends: The Crucible by Arthur Miller; the works of Scott Phillips; the works of Daniel Woodrell; White Jazz by James Elroy; Heat: The Movie

    Also recommended are the works of Peter Farris; Meagan Lucas; Tiffany Quaye Tyson; James Wade; Suzanne Crain Miller; Eli Cranor; Mark Westmoreland; Henry Wise; Scott Blackburn; and the one and only S.A. Cosby!

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    32 mins
  • E150: Interview with Gary Goldstein, author of Please Come to Boston
    Oct 31 2024

    Happy Episode 150!! For this episode I had the absolute pleasure of hosting Gary Goldstein for his third book, Please Come to Boston. It’s a funny, nostalgic, and bittersweet look at first love at a time when exploring one’s sexual orientation and authentic self was riskier, more uncharted territory, yet with so many of the same defining issues that resonate today.

    What a special episode, not only did we have a wonderful discussion about Please Come to Boston, but the insights Gary provided about the art of writing, how he writes, and his technique were incredibly illuminative. We discuss Gary’s authentic “own voice” that informs the character of Nicky, how Gary immersed himself in writing about 1970s Boston, we talk about Gary’s Long Island upbringing, book recommendations and more, Gary also gave us a sneak peek into the incredible things he’s working on next – and I cannot wait for each and every one. Gary, what a pleasure hosting you for this, my 150th episode!

    Listeners, please don’t miss my interview with Gary on Episode 106. Once you listen, you’ll understand this reference: Fresno, I love you!)

    Check out all of Gary’s books and screen treatments right here! Gary recommends: Colored Television by Danzy Senna; Long Island by Colm Toibin

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    45 mins

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