In a Reading the Rainbow first, cohosts Lizzy and Em interview Michael Ausiello, author of the heart-breaking memoir Spoiler Alert: The Hero Dies. Michael graciously shares about his writing process, the shock of having his memoir made into a feature film, Smurfs, and, of course, memories of Kit, his late husband, a Millersburg, PA native. Listen with a box of tissues at the ready.

If you're interested in reading Spoiler Alert: The Hero Dies after listening to this episode, consider borrowing it from your local library or purchasing it from an independent bookstore!

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