In this episode, we’re excited about two new books: Broughtupsy by Christina Cooke and The Curse of Pietro Houdini by Derek B. Miller. Then Mel celebrates the birthday and work of author Judith Viorst. This episode is brought to you by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/StrongSense and get on your way to being your best self. Links Broughtupsy by Christina Cooke The Curse of Pietro Houdini by Derek B. Miller Podcast: Jamaica: Let’s Get Together and Feel All Right Video: Christina Cooke reads from Broughtupsy Christina Cooke website SSoP review: Butter Honey Pig Bread by Francesca Ekwuyasi Video: Alexander 1990 animated special NPR: For 50 years, Alexander’s been having terrible, horrible, no good, very bad days NPR: ‘Nearing 90,’ Judith Viorst Says She’s Never Been Happier Video: Scholastic interview with Judith Viorst Judith Viorst’s Decades Podcast: The Other F Word with Judith Viorst Transcript of this episode. The Library of Lost Time is a Strong Sense of Place Production! https://strongsenseofplace.com Do you enjoy our show? Want access to fun bonus content? Please support our work on Patreon. Every little bit helps us keep the show going and makes us feel warm and fuzzy inside - https://www.patreon.com/strongsenseofplace As always, you can find us at: Our site Instagram Patreon Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices