Media & Appearances
Conversations, readings, and spotlights from book clubs, podcasts, and literary communities around the world.
Podcasts & Interviews
Conversations about writing, art, and the emotional life of stories.
Penguin Random House Executive Series – Author Conversation (January 21, 2026)
Penguin Random House Executive Series conversation with Gretchen Astro Turner discussing her book But I Digretch and the creative journey behind her whimsical short stories.
Kickass Boomers Podcast — March 11, 2024
13 Quirky Short Stories by Gretchen Astro Turner, whimsical and zany, edged with darkness.
Sherri Rosen Interview — February 19, 2024
On art, publicity, and the quiet power of emotional storytelling.
Z100 (100.3 FM WHTZ) — Live On-Air Interview
Gretchen Astro Turner appeared live on Z100, New York’s #1 hit music station, owned by iHeartMedia and the most-listened-to contemporary hit radio station in the United States. The interview aired on January 28, 2026, reaching a broad national audience.
Live Readings & Author Spotlights
Where stories meet readers in real time, intimate conversations, global book clubs, and unforgettable moments.
Manhattan Book Club — Author Spotlight (November 12, 2025)
A global book club community of over 12,000 readers, hosting intimate conversations and meaningful literary events.
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Netflix Adaptation Teaser — Manhattan Book Club
A cinematic teaser created by Manhattan Book Club as part of a Netflix adaptation proposal for But I Digretch.
Holiday Promotional Video — Manhattan Book Club
A seasonal feature celebrating But I Digretch and its readers.
Manhattan Book Club – “#1 Most Incredible Author of the Year”
A personal thank you video recorded for the Manhattan Book Club community upon receiving the honor of “#1 Most Incredible Author of the Year.”
Honored by Manhattan Book Club as #1 Most Incredible Author of the Year
European Book Club Award of Recognition
Honoring Gretchen Astro Turner for her outstanding achievement in the literary field for her remarkable book But I Digretch.
Distinct Book Club — Virtual Author Event (December 13, 2025)
A worldwide community of more than 22,000 readers across 45+ countries, united by a love for powerful stories and meaningful discussion.
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The Curio Room — Live Reading (Mount Kisco, NY)
A bookstore-gallery devoted to literature, folklore, mysticism, and art broadcast live on Instagram.
Press & Reviews
Critical praise and thoughtful reflections on But I Digretch from literary publications and reviewers
Independent Book Review
A thoughtful, in-depth literary review highlighting the emotional reasonance and stylistic boldness of But I Digretch.
Publishers Weekly – BookLife
An official BookLife review from Publishers Weekly’s branch for independently published books.
