Laurie Gwen Shapiro
@lauriestories.bsky.social
author, journalist, documentary director - - Amelia Earhart's biographer
Excited!
I will be on CSpan’s BookTV from the Miami Book Fair, talking about The Aviator and the Showman and the marriage of Amelia Earhart and George Palmer Putnam.
There are so many writers here! - feel very grateful to be interviewed for television. @vikingbooks.bsky.social #ameliaearhart
I will be on CSpan’s BookTV from the Miami Book Fair, talking about The Aviator and the Showman and the marriage of Amelia Earhart and George Palmer Putnam.
There are so many writers here! - feel very grateful to be interviewed for television. @vikingbooks.bsky.social #ameliaearhart
November 23, 2025 at 7:11 PM
Excited!
I will be on CSpan’s BookTV from the Miami Book Fair, talking about The Aviator and the Showman and the marriage of Amelia Earhart and George Palmer Putnam.
There are so many writers here! - feel very grateful to be interviewed for television. @vikingbooks.bsky.social #ameliaearhart
I will be on CSpan’s BookTV from the Miami Book Fair, talking about The Aviator and the Showman and the marriage of Amelia Earhart and George Palmer Putnam.
There are so many writers here! - feel very grateful to be interviewed for television. @vikingbooks.bsky.social #ameliaearhart
A few screenshots from my appearance this morning on The World on ABC News Australia.
iview.abc.net.au/video/NC2508...
My segment is LONG and begins at 35:34 and runs to 46:35.
iview.abc.net.au/video/NC2508...
My segment is LONG and begins at 35:34 and runs to 46:35.
November 18, 2025 at 3:14 PM
A few screenshots from my appearance this morning on The World on ABC News Australia.
iview.abc.net.au/video/NC2508...
My segment is LONG and begins at 35:34 and runs to 46:35.
iview.abc.net.au/video/NC2508...
My segment is LONG and begins at 35:34 and runs to 46:35.
Excited! Well seeing this piece inspired by my book on the front page of the Sunday Times Real Sstate section made my morning! Nothing like print.
September 20, 2025 at 1:52 PM
Excited! Well seeing this piece inspired by my book on the front page of the Sunday Times Real Sstate section made my morning! Nothing like print.
I owe a few people books! Just sent a copy of The Aviator and the Showman to Franklin Delano Roosevelt III — grandson of President Franklin D. Roosevelt, and one of my sources.
Grateful for voices like his that helped bring this story to life.
Grateful for voices like his that helped bring this story to life.
September 5, 2025 at 8:10 PM
I owe a few people books! Just sent a copy of The Aviator and the Showman to Franklin Delano Roosevelt III — grandson of President Franklin D. Roosevelt, and one of my sources.
Grateful for voices like his that helped bring this story to life.
Grateful for voices like his that helped bring this story to life.
🚨 This one’s going fast. 🚨
Posted a few days ago & already marked GOING FAST (& not even promoted yet to NAC members).
Sept 30 • 6:30 PM
Free!
National Arts Club, NYC
In conversation w/ Patrick Radden Keefe
@praddenkeefe.bsky.social @vikingbooks.bsky.social
www.eventbrite.com/e/author-lau...
Posted a few days ago & already marked GOING FAST (& not even promoted yet to NAC members).
Sept 30 • 6:30 PM
Free!
National Arts Club, NYC
In conversation w/ Patrick Radden Keefe
@praddenkeefe.bsky.social @vikingbooks.bsky.social
www.eventbrite.com/e/author-lau...
August 24, 2025 at 12:08 AM
🚨 This one’s going fast. 🚨
Posted a few days ago & already marked GOING FAST (& not even promoted yet to NAC members).
Sept 30 • 6:30 PM
Free!
National Arts Club, NYC
In conversation w/ Patrick Radden Keefe
@praddenkeefe.bsky.social @vikingbooks.bsky.social
www.eventbrite.com/e/author-lau...
Posted a few days ago & already marked GOING FAST (& not even promoted yet to NAC members).
Sept 30 • 6:30 PM
Free!
National Arts Club, NYC
In conversation w/ Patrick Radden Keefe
@praddenkeefe.bsky.social @vikingbooks.bsky.social
www.eventbrite.com/e/author-lau...
Frank McCourt would have been 95 today. My mentor, my high school English teacher, my friend. I first met him at 15. I was lucky enough to travel to Ireland with him and the McCourt brothers on films — a memory I’ll hold forever. It only takes one teacher to believe in you. He changed my life.
August 20, 2025 at 1:08 AM
Frank McCourt would have been 95 today. My mentor, my high school English teacher, my friend. I first met him at 15. I was lucky enough to travel to Ireland with him and the McCourt brothers on films — a memory I’ll hold forever. It only takes one teacher to believe in you. He changed my life.
Southern California—you made me an indie bestseller!
The book just landed on the SCIBA bestseller list. I’m beyond grateful to every bookseller who’s put it into a reader’s hands.
#IndieBestseller #SCIBA #TheAviatorAndTheShowman #ThankYouBooksellers #NarrativeNonfiction #AmeliaEarhart
The book just landed on the SCIBA bestseller list. I’m beyond grateful to every bookseller who’s put it into a reader’s hands.
#IndieBestseller #SCIBA #TheAviatorAndTheShowman #ThankYouBooksellers #NarrativeNonfiction #AmeliaEarhart
July 28, 2025 at 4:53 PM
Southern California—you made me an indie bestseller!
The book just landed on the SCIBA bestseller list. I’m beyond grateful to every bookseller who’s put it into a reader’s hands.
#IndieBestseller #SCIBA #TheAviatorAndTheShowman #ThankYouBooksellers #NarrativeNonfiction #AmeliaEarhart
The book just landed on the SCIBA bestseller list. I’m beyond grateful to every bookseller who’s put it into a reader’s hands.
#IndieBestseller #SCIBA #TheAviatorAndTheShowman #ThankYouBooksellers #NarrativeNonfiction #AmeliaEarhart
Email update I got from The NY Times! 😍
June 30, 2025 at 11:23 PM
Email update I got from The NY Times! 😍
20 Books Coming in July via The New York Times
Twisty summer thrillers, magical romances, a true story of a marriage pushed to the brink and more.
The Aviator and the Showman @vikingbooks.bsky.social @nytimes.com
Twisty summer thrillers, magical romances, a true story of a marriage pushed to the brink and more.
The Aviator and the Showman @vikingbooks.bsky.social @nytimes.com
June 30, 2025 at 11:17 AM
20 Books Coming in July via The New York Times
Twisty summer thrillers, magical romances, a true story of a marriage pushed to the brink and more.
The Aviator and the Showman @vikingbooks.bsky.social @nytimes.com
Twisty summer thrillers, magical romances, a true story of a marriage pushed to the brink and more.
The Aviator and the Showman @vikingbooks.bsky.social @nytimes.com
Went downstairs to my neighbor @madaecnerwal.bsky.social, who also was my photo clearance magician for The Aviator and the Showman.
I only have one copy of the book out July 15 right now, so I couldn’t hand it over (soon, Adam)—but I wanted him to see how beautifully the photo section turned out.
I only have one copy of the book out July 15 right now, so I couldn’t hand it over (soon, Adam)—but I wanted him to see how beautifully the photo section turned out.
June 17, 2025 at 12:53 AM
Went downstairs to my neighbor @madaecnerwal.bsky.social, who also was my photo clearance magician for The Aviator and the Showman.
I only have one copy of the book out July 15 right now, so I couldn’t hand it over (soon, Adam)—but I wanted him to see how beautifully the photo section turned out.
I only have one copy of the book out July 15 right now, so I couldn’t hand it over (soon, Adam)—but I wanted him to see how beautifully the photo section turned out.
My @mcnallyjackson.bsky.social July 15 launch of The Aviator and the Showman w/ @emilynussbaum.bsky.social sold out so we're moving event to Judson Church (if u have tickets you are good) More tickets now!
@vikingbooks.bsky.social @judsonchurch.bsky.social
www.mcnallyjackson.com/event/laurie...
@vikingbooks.bsky.social @judsonchurch.bsky.social
www.mcnallyjackson.com/event/laurie...
June 10, 2025 at 8:04 PM
My @mcnallyjackson.bsky.social July 15 launch of The Aviator and the Showman w/ @emilynussbaum.bsky.social sold out so we're moving event to Judson Church (if u have tickets you are good) More tickets now!
@vikingbooks.bsky.social @judsonchurch.bsky.social
www.mcnallyjackson.com/event/laurie...
@vikingbooks.bsky.social @judsonchurch.bsky.social
www.mcnallyjackson.com/event/laurie...
June 1, 2025 at 7:40 PM
Here is the direct link for my book launch at McNally Jackson Books (SEAPORT) with @emilynussbaum.bsky.social !!!!!!! of The New Yorker. Will sell out I think - so grab seat or two if interested!
July 15
Viking Books Penguin Random House
www.mcnallyjackson.com/.../laurie-g....
July 15
Viking Books Penguin Random House
www.mcnallyjackson.com/.../laurie-g....
May 23, 2025 at 6:12 PM
Here is the direct link for my book launch at McNally Jackson Books (SEAPORT) with @emilynussbaum.bsky.social !!!!!!! of The New Yorker. Will sell out I think - so grab seat or two if interested!
July 15
Viking Books Penguin Random House
www.mcnallyjackson.com/.../laurie-g....
July 15
Viking Books Penguin Random House
www.mcnallyjackson.com/.../laurie-g....
Thrilled— @officialstefaniepowers is narrating the audiobook of The Aviator and the Showman (out July 15 from @vikingbooks)!
Stefanie is not only an icon of stage and screen (hello Hart to Hart), she’s also a licensed pilot, which makes her perfect to bring Amelia Earhart to life.
So grateful.
Stefanie is not only an icon of stage and screen (hello Hart to Hart), she’s also a licensed pilot, which makes her perfect to bring Amelia Earhart to life.
So grateful.
May 15, 2025 at 4:52 PM
Thrilled— @officialstefaniepowers is narrating the audiobook of The Aviator and the Showman (out July 15 from @vikingbooks)!
Stefanie is not only an icon of stage and screen (hello Hart to Hart), she’s also a licensed pilot, which makes her perfect to bring Amelia Earhart to life.
So grateful.
Stefanie is not only an icon of stage and screen (hello Hart to Hart), she’s also a licensed pilot, which makes her perfect to bring Amelia Earhart to life.
So grateful.
Excited to see my new piece on a lost and found Eva Hesse most read on @hyperallergic.com ! So exciting!
May 1, 2025 at 1:34 PM
Excited to see my new piece on a lost and found Eva Hesse most read on @hyperallergic.com ! So exciting!
Happy Independent Bookstore Day! My local is McNally Jackson Seaport, where The Aviator and the Showman, launches 7/15. I’ll be talking w/ Emily Nussbaum.
No RSVP link yet but heads up.) @mcnallyjackson.bsky.social @vikingbooks.bsky.social @emilynussbaum.bsky.social
No RSVP link yet but heads up.) @mcnallyjackson.bsky.social @vikingbooks.bsky.social @emilynussbaum.bsky.social
April 26, 2025 at 8:58 PM
Happy Independent Bookstore Day! My local is McNally Jackson Seaport, where The Aviator and the Showman, launches 7/15. I’ll be talking w/ Emily Nussbaum.
No RSVP link yet but heads up.) @mcnallyjackson.bsky.social @vikingbooks.bsky.social @emilynussbaum.bsky.social
No RSVP link yet but heads up.) @mcnallyjackson.bsky.social @vikingbooks.bsky.social @emilynussbaum.bsky.social
Going to AWP?
Thrilled to join a fierce lineup 😉 in Los Angeles as we exhume, reclaim, and set the record straight—one real-life character at a time.
Friday March 28 | 1:45 PM | Room 403B | #AWP25
Session code: F203
Thrilled to join a fierce lineup 😉 in Los Angeles as we exhume, reclaim, and set the record straight—one real-life character at a time.
Friday March 28 | 1:45 PM | Room 403B | #AWP25
Session code: F203
March 25, 2025 at 11:36 PM
Going to AWP?
Thrilled to join a fierce lineup 😉 in Los Angeles as we exhume, reclaim, and set the record straight—one real-life character at a time.
Friday March 28 | 1:45 PM | Room 403B | #AWP25
Session code: F203
Thrilled to join a fierce lineup 😉 in Los Angeles as we exhume, reclaim, and set the record straight—one real-life character at a time.
Friday March 28 | 1:45 PM | Room 403B | #AWP25
Session code: F203
Jacket review time! Thrilled to spot the "Viking 100" centennial colophon on the spine of The Aviator and the Showman; an honor to be part of this historic celebration!
The art team wanted black & white to balance the cover. It fits best!
Counting down to 7/15. So grateful for all your cheers.
The art team wanted black & white to balance the cover. It fits best!
Counting down to 7/15. So grateful for all your cheers.
March 24, 2025 at 3:53 PM
Jacket review time! Thrilled to spot the "Viking 100" centennial colophon on the spine of The Aviator and the Showman; an honor to be part of this historic celebration!
The art team wanted black & white to balance the cover. It fits best!
Counting down to 7/15. So grateful for all your cheers.
The art team wanted black & white to balance the cover. It fits best!
Counting down to 7/15. So grateful for all your cheers.
BREAKING: My book now comes with an official exhilaration guarantee, courtesy of David Grann. Small adjustment to the cover—big boost to my mood!
#davidgrann #aviatorandtheshowman #ameliaearhart @vikingbooks.bsky.social @penguinrandomhouse.bsky.social @davidgrann.bsky.social
#davidgrann #aviatorandtheshowman #ameliaearhart @vikingbooks.bsky.social @penguinrandomhouse.bsky.social @davidgrann.bsky.social
March 20, 2025 at 4:53 PM
BREAKING: My book now comes with an official exhilaration guarantee, courtesy of David Grann. Small adjustment to the cover—big boost to my mood!
#davidgrann #aviatorandtheshowman #ameliaearhart @vikingbooks.bsky.social @penguinrandomhouse.bsky.social @davidgrann.bsky.social
#davidgrann #aviatorandtheshowman #ameliaearhart @vikingbooks.bsky.social @penguinrandomhouse.bsky.social @davidgrann.bsky.social
My friend Dan Kainen the lenticular genius behind such Workman Publishing bestsellers as Safari, Ocean, Polar, Wild, & Dinosaur showed up at the Helm Contemporary Claire Seidl event I was moderating today. See his lenticular madness below - @workmanpub.bsky.social #ameliaearhart
March 16, 2025 at 3:03 AM
My friend Dan Kainen the lenticular genius behind such Workman Publishing bestsellers as Safari, Ocean, Polar, Wild, & Dinosaur showed up at the Helm Contemporary Claire Seidl event I was moderating today. See his lenticular madness below - @workmanpub.bsky.social #ameliaearhart
Blanche Wiesen Cook's definitive three-volume biography of Eleanor Roosevelt set the gold standard for political and feminist biography. Blanche is a powerhouse historian, a trailblazer, and the ultimate authority on Eleanor—who, of course, was one of Amelia Earhart’s closest friends. Grateful!
February 19, 2025 at 3:18 AM
Blanche Wiesen Cook's definitive three-volume biography of Eleanor Roosevelt set the gold standard for political and feminist biography. Blanche is a powerhouse historian, a trailblazer, and the ultimate authority on Eleanor—who, of course, was one of Amelia Earhart’s closest friends. Grateful!
🚨 B&N MEMBERS: Huge Preorder Sale – Only 2 Days!
From February 5-7, Barnes & Noble Premium & Rewards Members get 25% off all preorders, including The Aviator and the Showman.
Preorders do help authors, so thanks!
Code PREORDER25 at checkout & order here:
➡️ www.barnesandnoble.com/w/the-aviato...
From February 5-7, Barnes & Noble Premium & Rewards Members get 25% off all preorders, including The Aviator and the Showman.
Preorders do help authors, so thanks!
Code PREORDER25 at checkout & order here:
➡️ www.barnesandnoble.com/w/the-aviato...
February 5, 2025 at 5:09 AM
🚨 B&N MEMBERS: Huge Preorder Sale – Only 2 Days!
From February 5-7, Barnes & Noble Premium & Rewards Members get 25% off all preorders, including The Aviator and the Showman.
Preorders do help authors, so thanks!
Code PREORDER25 at checkout & order here:
➡️ www.barnesandnoble.com/w/the-aviato...
From February 5-7, Barnes & Noble Premium & Rewards Members get 25% off all preorders, including The Aviator and the Showman.
Preorders do help authors, so thanks!
Code PREORDER25 at checkout & order here:
➡️ www.barnesandnoble.com/w/the-aviato...
! Print is still sexy. My "Great Read" John Lennon story in The New York Times looks FAB in print. Swoon!
It's Saturday but some people get the Sunday Metro section early - my friend just sent me this. The piece should be in the National edition as well.
It's Saturday but some people get the Sunday Metro section early - my friend just sent me this. The piece should be in the National edition as well.
January 25, 2025 at 2:24 PM
! Print is still sexy. My "Great Read" John Lennon story in The New York Times looks FAB in print. Swoon!
It's Saturday but some people get the Sunday Metro section early - my friend just sent me this. The piece should be in the National edition as well.
It's Saturday but some people get the Sunday Metro section early - my friend just sent me this. The piece should be in the National edition as well.