Miles of Books: Four Strong Novels, Including One with a Dog Protagonist (!)

Calling all book lovers: This episode kicks off the fall season with some thoroughly engrossing novels. Hosts Sarah Bowen Shea and Ellison marvel at a clever reimaging of Jane Austen’s Emma that resonates today. Ellison details the latest from the author of The Frozen River, then the hosting duo discuss a “hauntingly poignant” novel told from a dog’s perspective. Ellison puts a bow on the episode by raving about a profound multi-generational story. The new novels discussed:Miss Bates: Emma Revisited: Catherine CliffThe Pirate Queen: Ariel LawhonEtna: Paul YoonThe Book of Chuck: Latoya WatkinsFeistyFest Info: https://livefeisty.com/events/feisty-fest/Feisty Running Retreat, Feb. 5-8, 2027 in Austin: https://livefeisty.com/events/feisty-womens-running-retreat/Courses and Coaching: https://livefeisty.com/courses/Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/themotherrunner/Support our Partners:JAMBAR: Use code AMR20 to get 20% off at http://jambar.com/Previnex: Use code AMR15 for 15% off your first purchase at https://www.previnex.com/Hettas: Use code STAYFEISTY for 20% off at https://hettas.com/Currex: Use code AMR15 for 15% off at https://currex.com/Tifosi Optics: Use code FEISTY2026 for 20% off at https://tifosioptics.com/ PLUS: Register to win a Free Pair of Sunglasses: https://feistymedia.activehosted.com/f/121