Book · 2017 · Life change events
The dinner party and other stories
Why people recommend it
The Dinner Party and Other Stories by Joshua Ferris is a collection of contemporary short fiction that delves into the complexities of human relationships, social dynamics, and everyday anxieties. On The Book Review podcast, during the episode titled Joshua Ferris on ‘The Dinner Party’, host Gilbert Cruz welcomed the author to the program and mentioned his new book. Later in the same episode, host Pamela Paul spoke with Ferris and reiterated the book's title as she thanked him for appearing on the show. Both hosts highlighted the overwhelmingly positive reception the collection was receiving, noting that the book was generating glowing reviews from critics and readers alike. The discussion celebrated Ferris's return to short fiction and provided listeners with an introduction to the themes and stories contained within the volume. Through these mentions on the podcast, the hosts ensured that the audience was aware of the glowing literary praise surrounding Ferris's work, encouraging fans of contemporary short stories to pick up the critically acclaimed collection and explore the intricate narratives crafted by the author throughout the various pieces included in the book.
Who recommended it
- Gilbert Cruz Discussed
- Pamela Paul Recommended
Gilbert Cruz — 2 mentions
“his new book is called the dinner party and Other Stories Josh thank you for being here”
“his new book is called the dinner party and Other Stories Josh thank you for being here”
Pamela Paul — 2 mentions
“the book is getting such glowing reviews and it is called again the dinner party and Other Stories by Joshua FIS Josh thank you for being here”
“the book is getting such glowing reviews and it is called again the dinner party and Other Stories by Joshua FIS Josh thank you for being here”
Also mentioned in the same episodes
Other mentions (1: passing, ad reads, own books)
“he's the author of four books three of them novels then we came to the end the named and to rise again at a decent hour a collection of Stories the dinner party and his latest novel a calling for Charlie Barnes”