This episode brings you the latest gathering of our BFF Book Club—a monthly celebration of reading, meaningful author conversations, and book-loving community. If you enjoy diving deep into unforgettable stories and connecting with the minds behind them, you’re in the right place!
This month, we’re discussing What the Silent Say with its author, Emerson Ford. Emerson is a multi-award-winning writer dedicated to resurrecting the stories of unsung heroes. She teaches creative writing and literature at both the high school and university level, happily putting her English degrees to work. At home, she treasures conversations with her husband and four teenagers and hiking mountain trails with her labradoodle, Miso.
Episode Highlights:
- How Emerson researched her book alongside her father to uncover the stories of her great-uncle and grandfather.
- What it was like to craft What the Silent Say with family history at its heart.
- Her book flight includes some of her favorite reads.
- The joy of immersive reading, listening to the audiobook while reading the text.
📚 Next Meet the Author Event
🗓️ October 26th | 🕓 2 pm PST / 4 pm CST / 5 pm EST
We’re thrilled to welcome Amanda Cox, author of The Bitter End Birding Society, to our next BFF Book Club gathering!
This immersive, faith-based novel explores belonging, reconciliation, and new beginnings. With its themes of friendship and community, it makes the perfect book club pick.
Come for the conversation, stay for the community—and don’t forget to bring your questions for Amanda! 👉 Register Here.
Connect with Emerson Ford:
Books and authors mentioned in the episode:
- The Silent Canary by Angela Bricker
Book Flight
- These is my Words: The Diary of Sarah Agnes Prine by Nancy Turner
- Frankenstein by Mary Shelley
- The Death of Ivan Ilyich by Leo Tolstoy
The 2026 Bookish Flights Reading Challenge is here - a simple, nostalgic way to be intentional with your reading. One book per month, with options for individuals and families. Download it at https://www.bookishflights.com/read/2026readingchallenge
Be sure to join the Bookish Flights community on social media. Happy listening!
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