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Thoughts from a Page Podcast

Thoughts from a Page Podcast

Thoughts from a Page is hosted by me, Cindy Burnett, a voracious reader and book columnist who provides you with casual author conversations and insider information on all of the newest releases that I have read and personally recommend. With so many books coming out weekly, it can be hard to decide what to read so I find the best ones and share them with you. Listen to find your next great book.

Recent Episodes

May 13, 2025

Mary Alice Monroe - WHERE THE RIVERS MERGE

In this interview, I chat with Mary Alice Monroe about ⁠⁠⁠ Where the Rivers Merge , setting the book in the ACE Basin, writing a duology, her love of the land and its ecosystems, crafting a strong sense of place, writing her...
May 8, 2025

Judith Viorst - MAKING THE BEST OF WHAT'S LEFT

In this interview, I chat with Judith Viorst about ⁠⁠⁠Making the Best of What's Left, living the fifth fifth of your life, dealing with loneliness and redefining happiness, what surprised her the most when writing this one, her cover, the importance of community, reader response, and much more. Jud…
May 6, 2025

Elisabeth Dini - BEARER OF BAD NEWS

In this interview, I chat with Elisabeth Dini about ⁠⁠Bearer of Bad News, the idea of a bearer of bad news, what surprised her the most when writing this one, how she settled on the format, honoring real women through her character names, her job at the International Criminal Court and how it infor…
May 5, 2025

Friends & Fiction - Celebrating 5 Years

Friends & Fiction authors Mary Kay Andrews, Kristin Harmel, Kristy Woodson Harvey, and Patti Callahan Henry join me to chat about celebrating their fifth anniversary. We discuss how the group formed originally, centering inde...
April 30, 2025

Kelly Hooker - April's Real Time Reading

Kelly Hooker joins me for the March's Real Time Reading episode where we highlight our current, past and upcoming reads. Kelly’s Selections: Last: Slanting Towards the Sea by Lidija Hilje King of Ashes by S.A. Cosby Now: The ...
April 29, 2025

Virginia Evans - THE CORRESPONDENT

In this interview, I chat with Virginia Evans about ⁠The Correspondent , how her blurbs helped her encapsulate the book's description, the role Ann Patchett has played in her life, Sybil's story arc, her lengthy cover story, ...
April 22, 2025

Kristin Koval - PENITENCE

In this interview, I chat with Kristin Koval about Penitence , why she decided to write about forgiveness, choosing who would tell the story, tackling such a difficult topic, her stunning cover, how the book's title was chose...
April 21, 2025

Kelly Hooker - Our Favorite Reads of January through March 2025

In this episode, Kelly and I chat about our favorite books that published in January through March 2025. Our shared top reads: Dead Money by Jakob Kerr Good Dirt by Charmaine Wilkerson Kelly’s remaining top reads: More or Les...

Recent Blog Posts

May 22, 2024

2024 Summer Reading Guide Preview

Creating a Summer Reading Guide is one of my favorite bookish things to do every year, and for 2024 I decided to step it up a bit and create a guide with 45 books that people can print and pore over. This year, I have read over 90 titles and sampled…

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May 23, 2023

Summer Reading Guide 2023

Creating my Summer Reading Guide is a highlight for me every year, and 2023 is no exception. I have combed through an untold number of titles to find the ones that I really enjoyed and personally recommend, and as always, I have read every book on t…

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April 24, 2023

Most Anticipated Historical Fiction of Summer 2023

So many great historical fiction titles are coming out this summer! To help book lovers know which ones to pick up and when, I sorted through them to compile this list of the best ones. Once I read a book, I will update this post with my comments on…

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Reviews

Amazing Ep. Mary O'Malley and Pamela Klinger-Horn

"I was waiting for this new Mary O'Malley and Pamela Klinger-Horn episode. Here is a great discussion about the bookseller. And Pamela, Mary and the host have added color to this awesome episode!!Als…"

Jenny Rayn | July 15, 2021

Wonderful Range of Books and Authors!

"Listening to Cindy interviewing an author gives me the feeling I’m sitting right next to them, sipping a glass of wine and listening to a great conversation about books and reading. She interviews wo…"

ReaderWriterTexan | Oct. 27, 2021

"I love Cindy's podcasts because she delves below the surface and gets to the heart of what each book is about. Her questions are insightful and sometimes challenging, forcing us authors to think abou…"

Gill Paul | Nov. 1, 2021

Thorough and entertaining

"I’ve had the pleasure of interviewing Cindy for my podcast, Charlotte Readers Podcast, and appearing on her podcast to talk about podcasting and writing. She is prepared, asks great questions and has…"

Charlotte author | April 6, 2022

Smart and thoughtful questions!

"I’ve enjoyed listening to Cindy’s podcast and was honored to be a guest! Thank you, Cindy, for the great questions and for the time spent talking books! Can’t wait to listen to who you speak to next!"

HeatherLaz | May 6, 2022

"Cindy does really thoughtful interviews with authors, getting to the heart of the backstory in a way that is engaging to avid and casual readers alike. Highly recommend."

shaunnajedwards | Dec. 10, 2022

"Terrific topics and great interviews! What a treat for thoughtful readers. "

janet.schneider126 | March 5, 2023

Great book podcast!

"I love all of Cindy’s episodes but the ones with Kelly and Cindy discussing their favorites are the best!"

Kpmac10 | Nov. 3, 2023

I love this show!!!!

"Thank you for all you do for the book world."

the thoughtful bro | Dec. 15, 2023

Excellent Podcast!

"Cindy’s talent shines through in her very interesting conversations with different authors. She has a unique ability to draw out the true meaning of each story, the history of how and why it was craf…"

breadfan42 | Jan. 13, 2021

"This is a terrific podcast: a warm, insightful interviewer with interesting guests. Cindy keeps the discussion going with in-depth questions that really dig deep into some of the whys and hows of bo…"

Ballsy History | March 19, 2021

A+

"This podcast has everything a book lover needs: great recommendations, in-depth author interviews and a pretty cover! Each episode brings another look into a new book and the writer behind the story."

bookbeeee | July 11, 2021

Happy to have found Thoughts From a Page!

"I’m thrilled to have found Thoughts From a Page podcast! Listening to Cindy’s author interviews has been so fascinating. Cindy asks all the questions I’m dying to know! This has also been a wonderful…"

ivana-books | July 15, 2021

The Inside Scoop

"I love Cindy's podcasts because she delves below the surface and gets to the heart of what each book is about. Her questions are insightful and sometimes challenging, forcing us authors to think abou…"

Gill Paul | Nov. 2, 2021

Awesome Podcast!

"Cindy is a wonderful host—because she’s an avid reader and asks questions with great compassion and heart. She brings out fascinating details from authors I want to hear. This literary podcast is a f…"

Tori in Atlanta | Nov. 2, 2021

EXCELLENT PODCAST!!

"This is such a wonderful podcast. Every single episode is riveting and insightful. I love learning more about the craft and Cindy does a wonderful job asking all the right questions and facilitating …"

adverbialsuffix | Nov. 4, 2021

"This is a fantastic and engaging podcast. Cindy is a thoughtful interviewer who asks questions about the stories, the writing journey, and the craft. I am inspired while listening to each episode and…"

Tobey Forney | Nov. 12, 2021

Great podcast

"This is a great podcast for people who love getting a behind-the-story look at their favorite books. Cindy does a fabulous job interviewing her guests. It’s fun to feel like I’m listening in on a con…"

Reader74 in Seattle | Nov. 18, 2021

My favorite book podcast!!!

"I love this podcast! I would give it more than 5 stars if I could. Cindy’s interviews are perfect length - I love that they are usually around 30 mins or less - and she asks great questions. I also e…"

Meggs365 (Meghen) | Dec. 30, 2021

One of the best book podcasts!

"Ok, if you are a book lover or just occasional reader, this is the podcast for you!! I always enjoy the author chats and special guests. Cindy really has her finger on the pulse with great books that…"

jessicabbooks | Feb. 9, 2024