Books by the River

Books By The River celebrates the spirit of Southern storytelling with conversations between host Holly Jackson and renowned Southern authors. Set in a cozy library by the Beaufort River, each episode delves into the inspiration and timeless charm behind Southern tales. Viewers will experience the passion that shapes these stories, revealing the cultural roots of the Southern narrative tradition.

Wed, Jun 11 5:00 A.M. Joseph McGill Jr & Herb Frazier     NH World (11.3)

Holly Jackson sits with authors Joseph McGill Jr. and Herb Frazier to discuss Sleeping with the Ancestors.

Wed, Jun 11 5:30 A.M. Mary Kay Andrews     NH World (11.3)

Holly Jackson sits with author Mary Kay Andrews to discuss Summers at the Saint.

Wed, Jun 11 11:00 A.M. Joseph McGill Jr & Herb Frazier     NH World (11.3)

Holly Jackson sits with authors Joseph McGill Jr. and Herb Frazier to discuss Sleeping with the Ancestors.

Wed, Jun 11 11:30 A.M. Mary Kay Andrews     NH World (11.3)

Holly Jackson sits with author Mary Kay Andrews to discuss Summers at the Saint.

Thu, Jun 12 5:00 A.M. Kimberly Brock     NH World (11.3)

Holly Jackson sits with author Kimberly Brock to discuss The Fabled Earth, a novel set in Southern Georgia's Cumberland Island circa 1952.

Thu, Jun 12 5:30 A.M. Leonard Pitts Jr.     NH World (11.3)

Holly Jackson sits with 54 Miles author, Leonard Pitts Jr.

Thu, Jun 12 11:00 A.M. Kimberly Brock     NH World (11.3)

Holly Jackson sits with author Kimberly Brock to discuss The Fabled Earth, a novel set in Southern Georgia's Cumberland Island circa 1952.

Thu, Jun 12 11:30 A.M. Leonard Pitts Jr.     NH World (11.3)

Holly Jackson sits with 54 Miles author, Leonard Pitts Jr.


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