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Tuesday Apr 21, 2026
Tuesday Apr 21, 2026
In this episode of Women, Books & More, host Irene Rawlings sits down with author Claire Swinarski to discuss her new novel, The Supper Club Saints.
Swinarski shares the story behind the book: When Cass Simon leaves a cult-like “Mommune” and returns to her small Wisconsin hometown, she hopes for a fresh start—but instead must navigate family tensions, motherhood, and the complexities of sisterhood.
Claire also talks about her writing process, the inspiration behind her characters, and the line resonating with readers: “She wondered if womanhood was just the process of slowly but surely understanding your mother.”
The conversation also explores her earlier novel, The Funeral Ladies, as well as the restorative magic of libraries—because sometimes, wandering the stacks can solve just about anything.
If you enjoy books about family, resilience, community, and the beautifully messy realities of women’s lives, this literary podcast episode is not to be missed.
Learn more at claireswinarski.com
Adult:
The Supper Club Saints
The Funeral Ladies of Ellerie County
Middle Grade:
Each and Every Spark
Take It From The Top
What Happened to Rachel Riley
The Kate In Between
What Happens Next
The documentary Claire mentioned is on Netflix and it's called Hell Camp: Teen Nightmare.
She also highly recommended Paris Hilton's podcast Trapped in Treatment.
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