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Open Book with Jenna
On Open Book with Jenna, TODAY’s Jenna Bush Hager brings her signature openness to spirited conversations with celebrities, friends, authors and fellow book lovers. Each episode, her guests share candid stories about their lives and their sources of inspiration, while weighing in on the topics their fans are most passionate about. Join Jenna on her mission to connect people, create meaningful conversation and, of course, share reading recommendations. Everyone is welcome — because we're all…
Episodes
Open Book with JennaAmor Towles on the Art of Storytelling and 10 Years of A Gentleman in Moscow | Open Book with Jenna
Bestselling author Amor Towles joins Jenna Bush Hager for a conversation about following your creative dreams, finding inspiration in everyday life, and the…
Open Book with JennaDaisy Edgar-Jones on Her Favorite Books and Bringing "Sense and Sensibility" to Life
"Sense and Sensibility" actress Daisy Edgar-Jones opens up to Jenna Bush Hager about growing more confident, learning to embrace imperfection, and navigating…
Open Book with JennaKeith Morrison reads Edgar Allan Poe Stories
As a bonus for Open Book fans, we’re sharing the trailer for season 5 of Morrison Mysteries. Enter the shadowy world of Edgar Allan Poe, brought to life by the…
Open Book with JennaBarbara Kingsolver on Her Writing Process, Life Lessons and Partita
On this episode of Open Book with Jenna, Pulitzer Prize-winning author Barbara Kingsolver joins Jenna Bush Hager to discuss her latest novel, Partita, and the…
Open Book with JennaMin Jin Lee on Why She Left Law to Become a Writer: ‘I Just Kept Going’
Min Jin Lee sits down with Jenna Bush Hager to discuss her journey from lawyer to bestselling author, the rejection and self-doubt she faced along the way, and…
Open Book with JennaLeigh Bardugo on Creativity, Social Media and Why She Wants to “Feel Something”| Open Book with Jenna
Leigh Bardugo sits down with Jenna Bush Hager to talk about creativity, success and the challenges of protecting your voice in the age of social media. The…
Open Book with JennaAlice Hoffman on Writing ‘Practical Magic,’ Sisterhood and the Magic of Storytelling
Alice Hoffman joins Jenna Bush Hager to talk about the stories, women and books that have shaped her extraordinary writing career. The bestselling author opens…
Open Book with JennaBenny Blanco Talks Selena Gomez Romance, Why Failure Is Key and Finding His Purpose
Benny Blanco joins Jenna Bush Hager to talk about his new book and why embracing failure can help you become braver, more confident and successful. Benny opens…
Open Book with JennaKeke Palmer On Her Journey From Child Star To Award Winning Actress (August 2025)
Keke Palmer is an Emmy Award Winning actress, singer, podcast host, and mother. She rose to prominence at the age of twelve through her breakout role in…
Open Book with JennaBunnie XO Opens Up About Jelly Roll Divorce, Finding Herself and Starting Over | Open Book with Jenna
Bunnie XO joins Jenna Bush Hager for an honest conversation about starting over and stepping into a new chapter of her life. Bunnie opens up about her divorce…
Open Book with JennaKathryn Stockett Talks ‘The Calamity Club’ & Finding Her Way Back to Mississippi
Jenna Bush Hager welcomes Kathryn Stockett to talk about The Calamity Club, her first novel since The Help. Kathryn reveals how the story came together, the…
Open Book with JennaTia Williams and Isaac Fitzgerald Reveal Their Favorite Summer Reads | Open Book with Jenna
Jenna Bush Hager sits down with Tia Williams and Isaac Fitzgerald for a fun-filled conversation about books, reading and the magic of a great summer read. They…
Open Book with JennaHoda Kotb on Life After TODAY, Embracing New Beginnings, and New Book ‘Jump and Find Joy’ (September 2025)
Jenna Bush Hager reunites with former TODAY co-anchor and friend, Hoda Kotb for a deeply moving conversation about embracing new life chapters, and the beauty…
Open Book with JennaAlison Espach on ‘The Wedding People,’ Finding Humor in Grief and What’s Next
Jenna Bush Hager sits down with bestselling author Alison Espach to revisit her beloved novel The Wedding People, now in paperback. Alison opens up about the…
Open Book with JennaJenny Jackson on 'The Shampoo Effect,' Friendship & Why Great Books Make Us Uncomfortable
Jenny Jackson joins Open Book with Jenna to discuss balancing life as a bestselling novelist and Editorial Director of Fiction at Knopf. She opens up about The…
Open Book with JennaVirginia Evans on 'The Correspondent,' Jane Fonda & Why She Almost Quit Writing
Virginia Evans shares the emotional journey behind her bestselling debut, The Correspondent. In this heartfelt conversation with Jenna Bush Hager, she reflects…
Open Book with JennaElin Hilderbrand & Jennifer Garner on Friendship, 'The Five-Star Weekend' & Bringing Nantucket to Life
Jennifer Garner and bestselling author Elin Hilderbrand join Jenna Bush Hager to celebrate The Five-Star Weekend and its journey from beloved novel to Peacock…
Open Book with JennaHow Remarkably Bright Creatures Became a Netflix Movie
Author Shelby Van Pelt sits down with Jenna Bush Hager to celebrate the Netflix adaptation of Remarkably Bright Creatures. They discuss the magic of seeing…
Open Book with JennaAnna McCallie on Love, Life Changes and How Insomnia Inspired 'Abby Offsides'
Anna McCallie joins Jenna Bush Hager on Open Book to discuss her debut novel Abby Offsides, a charming romantic comedy set in the world of professional…
Open Book with JennaKennedy Ryan on Motherhood, Finding Her Purpose at 40 and the Stories That Change Lives
Bestselling author Kennedy Ryan joins Jenna for a heartfelt conversation about finding her purpose later in life, writing romance novels that tackle real-world…
Open Book with JennaMaking Space with Hoda Kotb! New Season, New Guests & Life-Changing Conversations
Ready to take a deep breath and find some inspiration? A brand-new season of Making Space with Hoda Kotb is officially here. Every Wednesday, Hoda sits down…
Open Book with JennaCarley Fortune on Her Book-to-TV Journey, Summer Romance & the Success of Every Summer After
Bestselling author Carley Fortune joins Jenna to discuss her unexpected path from journalism to writing Every Summer After and some of the most talked-about…
Open Book with JennaAuthor Emily Henry Gets Real About Success, Finding Inspiration & Her Next Book
After six bestselling books in six years, Emily Henry is finally slowing down, at least a little. The author joins Jenna for a heartfelt conversation about…
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Open Book with Jenna Returns! New Season, New Authors & Must-Read Summer Books
A brand-new season of Open Book with Jenna is here! Join Jenna Bush Hager every Thursday as she sits down with some of today's most beloved authors and…
Open Book with Jenna“The Summer I Turned Pretty” Author Jenny Han On Representation, Coming of Age, & Building a Media Empire
Jenny Han is a literary powerhouse and New York Times bestselling author of the “To All the Boys I’ve Loved Before” series and “The Summer I Turned Pretty”…
Open Book with JennaStephen Colbert and Wife Evie McGee Colbert On Food, Love, and Laughter (July 2025)
“The Late Show” host Stephen Colbert and his wife of more than 30 years, Evie McGee Colbert join Jenna Bush Hager to talk about their cookbook “Does This Taste…
Open Book with JennaMatt Rogers on “Las Culturistas” Podcast, Overcoming Setbacks, & Living Life Authentically (November 2024)
Jenna Bush Hager sits down with actor, comedian, and Jenna & Friends co-host, Matt Rogers. Rogers co-hosts the pop culture podcast "Las Culturistas” with Bowen…
Open Book with JennaStanley Tucci Gives Us A Taste Of What He Ate In One Year (October 2024)
Stanley Tucci is an award winning actor, author, and dad. He’s appeared in roles such as The Devil Wears Prada, The Hunger Games, and The Lovely Bones. His…
Open Book with Jenna‘Devil Wears Prada 2’ Cast Talk Iconic Sequel | Open Book with Jenna Bush Hager
‘Open Book with Jenna’ host Jenna Bush Hager sits down with the iconic cast of The Devil Wears Prada , Meryl Streep, Anne Hathaway, Emily Blunt and Stanley…
Open Book with JennaKristin Hannah on Telling the Forgotten Stories of Women (September 2025)
Kristin Hannah is the bestselling author of more than 20 novels, including The Nightingale, The Four Winds and The Women, and has built her career around…
Open Book with JennaSheinelle Jones Opens Up About Motherhood, Loss & Her Book 7 Years in the Making
In this heartfelt Open Book conversation, Sheinelle Jones opens up to Jenna Bush Hager about her deeply personal journey behind her book, “Through Mom’s Eyes"…
Open Book with JennaKate DiCamillo on Imagination, Resilience and the Stories That Stay With Us (November 2023)
Kate DiCamillo, Kate DiCamillo podcast, Kate DiCamillo interview, children’s author, children’s books, Because of Winn-Dixie, The Tale of Despereaux, Mercy…
Open Book with JennaTODAY Presents: The Parent Chat with Dylan Dreyer – Ashley Graham
Hey Open Book with Jenna fans! As a bonus, we’re giving you a special preview clip of our new podcast series, The Parent Chat with Dylan Dreyer. In this…
Open Book with JennaHeather McMahan on Laughter, Loss and Finding Her Voice (April 2025)
Heather McMahan is a beloved comedian, actress and podcast host who’s currently performing across the country on The Bamboozled Tour. In this conversation from…
Open Book with JennaIntroducing: The Parent Chat with Dylan Dreyer
Hey Open Book with Jenna fans! As a bonus for you, we’re sharing the trailer for The Parent Chat with Dylan Dreyer – an all-new podcast series from TODAY. You…
Open Book with JennaNate Berkus on Creating a Home That Tells Your Story (December 2025)
Nate Berkus is one of the most recognizable names in interior design, known for creating homes that feel timeless, personal and full of story. In this…
Open Book with JennaMalala Yousafzai on Healing, Hope and Finding Her Way (October 2025)
Malala Yousafzai is a Nobel Peace Prize winner, a global advocate for girls’ education and the youngest person ever to receive the Nobel Peace Prize. In this…
Open Book with JennaJudy Blume on Inspiring Generations of Readers and Building Her Legacy (May 2025)
Judy Blume is one of the most beloved and influential authors of the last century, whose books, including Are You There God? It’s Me, Margaret., Forever, Tales…
Open Book with JennaColleen Hoover on ‘It Ends with Us,’ Her Health Journey and What Comes Next
After self-publishing her first novel in 2012, Colleen Hoover has become one of the most widely read authors in the world, selling more than 75 million copies…
Open Book with JennaJay Ellis on Creativity, Belonging, and the Stories That Shape Us (October 2025)
Jay Ellis is an actor, producer, and author who earned a NAACP Image Award nomination for his role in Peacock’s All Her Fault. In this conversation from…
Open Book with JennaAnn Patchett on Nashville, Parnassus Books, and the Joy of Reading (October 2024)
Ann Patchett is an award-winning author whose work has helped shape modern literary culture, both through her novels and her commitment to independent…
Open Book with Jenna'Heated Rivalry' Author Rachel Reid on What to Expect from 'Unrivaled' and If She Knows How Shane and Ilya’s Story Ends
Rachel Reid is the New York Times bestselling author behind Heated Rivalry, the novel whose television adaptation introduced her Game Changers book series to…
Open Book with JennaThe TODAY Interview: Chloe Malle on Leading Vogue Into Its Next Era and Learning from Anna Wintour
Chloe Malle spent nearly 15 years at Vogue before stepping into her latest position as Head of Editorial Content at US Vogue. Malle sits down with Jenna Bush…
Open Book with JennaRebecca Yarros on Writing ‘Onyx Storm’ and Building Epic Romance Novels (March 2025)
Rebecca Yarros is a number one New York Times bestselling author of more than twenty novels, including Fourth Wing, Iron Flame, and Onyx Storm, which became…
Open Book with JennaJasmine Guillory on Romance Writing, Career Change, and Happily Ever Afters
Jasmine Guillory is a New York Times bestselling author of nine novels, including The Wedding Date and The Proposal. In this conversation from April 2025…
Open Book with Jenna‘Wicked’ Director Jon M. Chu on Storytelling, His Memoir, and Reimagining an Icon
Jon M. Chu is a visionary director known for films including Crazy Rich Asians, In the Heights, and the film adaptation of Wicked. In this conversation from…
Open Book with JennaColleen Hoover on Writing Bestsellers, 'It Ends With Us,' and Creative Discipline
Colleen Hoover is one of the bestselling authors in the world, with multiple New York Times bestselling novels and a devoted global fan base known as CoHorts…
Open Book with JennaEmily Henry on Redefining Romance, Beach Reads, and Writing for Joy
Emily Henry is a New York Times and Sunday Times bestselling author with five consecutive number one novels and a reputation as the “Queen of the Beach Read.”…
Open Book with JennaBest Books of 2025 with Bestselling Author Isaac Fitzgerald
As 2025 comes to an end, we’re taking a look back at some of our favorite books, and literary trends from the year. Jenna Bush Hager sits down with author and…
Open Book with JennaFreida McFadden on Privacy, Passion, and ‘The Housemaid’
New York Times bestselling author Freida McFadden sits with Jenna Bush Hager to share how she balances life as a physician and a thriller writer. Freida…
Open Book with JennaNate Berkus on Crafting Spaces That Tell Your Story
Designer Nate Berkus joins Jenna Bush Hager to discuss his new book, Foundations: Timeless Design That Feels Personal. He reflects on his career journey and…
Open Book with JennaRebecca Yarros on ‘Onyx Storm,’ Writing Through Chronic Illness, and Navigating Fame
Rebecca Yarros is a #1 New York Times bestselling author of over twenty novels including ‘Fourth Wing,’ ‘Iron Flame’ and ‘Onyx Storm.’ Her latest and highly…
Open Book with JennaLeslie Bibb On Building a Life and Career on Her Own Terms
Actress Leslie Bibb sits down with Jenna Bush Hager to reflect on her career journey, beginning with being “discovered” on The Oprah Winfrey Show in 1990. She…
Open Book with JennaAuthors Carley Fortune, Kennedy Ryan, and Heather Aimee O’Neill On Empowering Female Narratives
Jenna is joined by authors Carley Fortune, Kennedy Ryan, and Heather Aimee O’Neill live at Read with Jenna: Girl’s Night Out at Virgin Hotels New York City…
Open Book with JennaAllison Williams On Bringing Colleen Hoover’s “Regretting You” to Life
In this special live episode recorded at Read with Jenna: Girl’s Night Out at Virgin Hotels New York City, Jenna is joined by actress, producer, and podcast…
Open Book with JennaAuthor Ariel Sullivan On the Inspiration Behind Her Debut Novel 'Conform'
“Conform” author Ariel Sullivan sits down with Jenna Bush Hager to discuss publishing her debut novel through Jenna’s publish imprint Thousand Voices and…
Open Book with JennaJay Ellis On His Memoir ‘Did Everyone Have an Imaginary Friend (or Just Me)?’
Actor Jay Ellis joins Jenna Bush Hager to talk about his funny and heartfelt new memoir, ‘Did Everyone Have an Imaginary Friend (or Just Me)?’ Jay reflects on…
Open Book with JennaMalala Yousafzai On Her Journey of Resilience and Rediscovery
Activist and Nobel Peace Prize winner Malala Yousafzai sits down with Jenna Bush Hager to talk about her deeply personal new memoir, ‘Finding My Way.’ Malala…
Open Book with Jenna‘Atonement’ Author Ian McEwan On His Latest Novel ‘What We Can Know’
Ian McEwan is a Booker Prize winning author of nineteen novels, including Atonement, Enduring Love, The Children Act, and On Chesil Beach. Ian sits down with…
Open Book with JennaTembi Locke on Motherhood, Finding Love After Loss, and New Memoir ‘Someday Now’
Tembi Locke is a New York Times best-selling author, screenwriter, producer, actor and podcast host. Tembi sits down with Jenna Bush Hager to discuss her new…