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Iowa book lovers discuss their 2022 favorite books for grown-ups

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Talk of Iowa, hosted by Charity Nebbe

In the words of Neil Gaiman, “books make great gifts because they have whole worlds inside them.”

On this episode of Talk of Iowa — the best new books for giving and receiving this holiday season. Iowa book lovers join the show and share their favorite books from grown-ups from 2022.

Find a full list of the books mentioned here.

Guests:

  • Jan Weismiller | co-owner of Prairie Lights
  • Tim Budd | buyer at Prairie Lights
  • Rachel Mans McKenny | Iowa-based author and podcaster
Charity Nebbe is IPR's<i> Talk of Iowa</i> host. She also hosts IPR's podcasts <i>Garden Variety</i> and <i>Unsettled</i>. Since 2010, Nebbe has interviewed, conversed with, and shared ideas from guests of all backgrounds and locations, and has helped listeners better understand, appreciate, and explore their state and the world around them. Nebbe has a bachelors degree from Iowa State University.
Caitlin Troutman is a talk show producer for Iowa Public Radio. She holds a bachelor's degree from William Jewell College. Since 2022, Troutman has worked with IPR's talk team to bring news and features to IPR's listening audience.