HILARIE BURTON ON THE RAY BRADBURY NOVEL THAT BECAME HER PORTABLE HOME AND BOYFRIEND FILTER
The One Tree Hill star details how Bradbury’s 1957 novel gave her a sense of place, and a foolproof way to screen new boyfriends. LOS ANGELES (EINPresswire, May 21, 2026)—In a new episode of the YouTube series Books That Changed My Life, actress, author, and One Tree Hill star Hilarie Burton opened up about her […]
Jena Malone Reimagines Legends in The Flowering Wand
In this episode of Books That Changed My Life, Jena reflects on The Flowering Wand: Rewilding the Sacred Masculine by Sophie Strand. Rather than delivering rigid conclusions, this book operates as an ongoing invitation to re-examine the stories society passes down. Her path toward digging beneath cultural phrases to discover hidden truths echoes our previous […]
Jena Malone Found New Depth in Myth Through Flowering Wand
In this episode of Books That Changed My Life, Jena Malone reflects on why a deep exploration of ancient archetypes remains a vital anchor for her creative soul. Jena Malone, the celebrated actress, musician, and certified permaculture designer, identifies a profound shift in her perspective after discovering The Flowering Wand by Sophie Strand. Before encountering […]
Dandelion Wine Pushed Hilarie Burton to Cherish Her Own Past
Many people search for meaning in major life milestones. However, true magic often lives in the small, ordinary moments of everyday existence. Celebrated actress and author Hilarie Burton discovered this profound truth through a classic piece of American literature. It completely transformed how she views her childhood, her work, and her community. In this episode […]
What Dandelion Wine Gave Hilarie Burton About Savoring Life
In this episode of Books That Changed My Life, Hilarie Burton reflects on why a nostalgic masterpiece about a small-town summer remains a vital anchor for her soul. Hilarie Burton, the acclaimed actress, author, and producer, identifies a profound shift in her personal philosophy after encountering Dandelion Wine by Ray Bradbury. Before discovering Bradbury’s poetic […]
What We Wish to Inform You Gave Brian Crano on Humanity
In this episode of Books That Changed My Life, host Chris Collins sits down with filmmaker, father, dog parent, and self-proclaimed “boot guy” Brian Crano. Known for his film I Don’t Understand You, now streaming, Brian shares how Philip Gourevitch’s harrowing account of the Rwandan genocide, We Wish to Inform You That Tomorrow We Will […]
Emma Straub: Miss Piggy’s Guide Changed Her Whole Creative Path
Many people believe that profound wisdom only comes from heavy philosophical tomes. However, true inspiration often arrives in unexpected, glamorous packages. New York Times bestselling author Emma Straub discovered this truth early on through a guide written by a certain world-famous diva. It helped her embrace her own voice and build a life centered around […]
BESTSELLING AUTHOR EMMA STRAUB CREDITS A SURPRISING MENTOR: MISS PIGGY!
Emma Straub on Books That Changed My Life with host Chris CollinsThe American Fantasy novelist on the muppet that made her and the boy-band cruise behind her latest. LOS ANGELES (May 14, 2026)—Before Emma Straub was writing bestselling novels and running two beloved Brooklyn bookstores, she was a seven-year-old in an Upper West Side brownstone, […]
What Miss Piggy’s Guide to Life Gave Emma Straub as a Writer
In this episode of Books That Changed My Life, Emma Straub reflects on why a glamorous Muppet’s philosophy remains a vital anchor for her creative soul. Special Preview: The Wisdom of Being Fabulous For Emma Straub, the New York Times bestselling author and owner of Books Are Magic, Miss Piggy’s Guide to Life represents much […]
FROM GREY’S ANATOMY TO GRAY WOLVES: CHYLER LEIGH ON THE BOOK SHE’S CARRIED FOR DECADES
The Grey’s Anatomy, Supergirl, and The Way Home star opens up about the book that found her at 15—and again at 40. LOS ANGELES (May 13, 2026)—Before Chyler Leigh starred in shows like Grey’s Anatomy, Supergirl, and The Way Home, she had English homework to finish. A high school assignment led her to a book […]