Elin Hilderbrand on Beach Reads, Adaptations, and New Beginnings

Live from the first-ever Read with Jenna Book Festival in Nashville, Jenna Bush Hager sits down with New York Times bestselling author Elin Hilderbrand for a heartfelt conversation about the end of her iconic Nantucket series, the joys and challenges of co-writing The Academy with her daughter, and the excitement of book-to-screen adaptations — including the Netflix hit The Perfect Couple. Elin shares how her beloved beach reads have brought readers comfort and connection through the years, and what it means to turn the page and start a brand-new chapter. Plus, she answers questions from the live festival audience in this special episode of Open Book with Jenna.

(Event sponsored by Nashville Music City, Venue sponsored by W Nashville, and furniture provided by Mayker Events)