This Is the Author

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S11 E38: Dr. Suzanne Garfinkle-Crowell, Lindsay Owens, and August Lamm

October 06, 2026

In this episode, meet psychiatrist Dr. Suzanne Garfinkle-Crowell, president of the Groundwork Collaborative Lindsay Owens, and artist and musician August Lamm. Hear Suzanne Garfinkle-Crowell on the surprising social and interpersonal impacts of diagnostic labels for young women and girls, Lindsay Owens on which aspects of recording her audiobook were most memorable, and August Lamm on the life-changing experience of being offline. Girlhood, Translated by Dr. Suzanne Garfinkle-Crowell, M.D. h...

S11 E37: Ravi Gupta, Serena Kerrigan, and Danny Meyer

September 29, 2026

In this episode, meet entrepreneur Ravi Gupta, confidence coach and influencer Serena Kerrigan, and restauranteur and founder of Union Square Hospitality Group Danny Meyer. Tune in to hear Ravi Gupta on the lifelong journey of learning, why Serena Kerrigan describes her recording experience as “cathartic,” and what Danny Meyer is most excited for listeners to hear. The Invisible List by Ravi Gupta: https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/800645/the-invisible-list-by-ravi-gupta/audio Let's ...

S11 E36: David Soren, Tim Manley, and M. T. Anderson

September 22, 2026

In this episode, meet director, screenwriter, and illustrator David Soren, filmmaker and storyteller Tim Manley, and award-winning children’s book author M.T. Anderson. Hear David Soren on how his voiceover experience in the animation world influenced his narration, Tim Manley on the nuance of creating stand-up comedy scenes for his audiobook, and M.T. Anderson on the incredible true story that led him to write his action-packed new book. Visible by David Soren https://www.penguinrandomhouse...

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What is the email for This Is the Author?

The publicly listed email for This Is the Author: bstumpf@penguinrandomhouse.com.

How many listeners does This Is the Author have?

Podseeker estimates This Is the Author reaches 100 to 1,000 listeners per episode. Only the publisher has exact numbers.

Who is an ideal guest for This Is the Author?

This Is the Author typically books rising experts. Typical guest background: Published authors with a Penguin Random House Audio title, often supported by established expertise or a public-facing career in journalism, science, activism, entertainment, health, or culture. Common among recent guests: Published a Penguin Random House audiobook; Established professional or subject-matter expertise; Built a public profile through journalism, advocacy, entertainment, research, or media. Recent guests include Patricia Faison Hewlin, Josh Turknett, and Kathryn Jezer-Morton.

How hard is it to get booked on This Is the Author?

Very high. It mostly books well-known names.

What topics does This Is the Author cover?

Recent episodes cover Audiobooks, Authors, Publishing, Literature, and Writing. Pitch an idea tied to one of these topics and mention a recent episode.