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Iowa book lovers share their favorite reads of the year

By Charity Nebbe,
Caitlin Troutman
Published November 22, 2023 at 7:00 AM CST
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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 Talk of Iowa's annual show, Iowa booksellers discuss the best new books for giving and receiving this holiday season.

Guests

  • Jan Weismiller, co-owner of Prairie Lights Books
  • Tim Budd, buyer at Prairie Lights Books

  • Linzi Murray, owner of Reading in Public

    For even more great book content, check out the Talk of Iowa Book Club.

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Charity Nebbe
Charity Nebbe is IPR's 'Talk of Iowa' host. She also hosts IPR's podcasts 'Garden Variety' and 'Unsettled'. 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.
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Caitlin Troutman
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.
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