Beste Brave Girls Club podcaster (2024)

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Redefining the Missing Girl Narrative With Emiko Jean 43:59

8d ago43:59

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In this episode, Emiko Jean discusses flipping the script on the traditional missing girl narrative in her new police procedural, The Return of Ellie Black. This week, we’re joined by New York Times bestselling author Emiko Jean to discuss her latest police procedural novel, The Return of Ellie Black. In today’s episode, Emiko offers a behind-the-s…

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How Braving a Literary Seminar Shaped The Lost Story (With Meg Shaffer) 46:18

22d ago46:18

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Meg Shaffer takes us behind the scenes to the literary seminar with legendary writer Richard Russo, who helped her craft her cozy fantasy book, The Lost Story. Imposter syndrome is real and even our favorite authors experience it as they contemplate their next project. In this week's episode, we welcome back bestselling author Meg Shaffer to join u…

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Crafting a Killer Redemption Story With Heart (Rob Hart Interview) 34:23

1M ago34:23

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Rob Hart discusses his gripping novel, Assassins Anonymous, and the heartfelt storytelling approach that defines his work. When Steven Spielberg's production company, Amblin Entertainment, snaps up the rights to a book within 24 hours of acquisition, you know the book must be incredible. Today, Rob Hart joins us to discuss his new novel Assassins A…

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Peek Inside This Disability-Inclusive Bookshop and Why it Matters 50:19

2M ago50:19

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Discover the best Disability Pride Books curated by Cindy Otis from The Stacks Bookstore, who offers readers a virtual tour of her disability-inclusive space. Cindy Otis's journey to opening The Stacks offers a vital and well-thought conversation about her own limitations in accessing bookshops and what was top of mind for her customers when design…

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Spinning a Bad Review Into Romantic Gold With Laura Hankin 35:53

5M ago35:53

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Laura shares the painfully hilarious real-life inspiration behind her novel, discussing how personal experiences with negative feedback trickled into One-Star Romance. The dark horse in my romance stack was Laura Hankin's debut novel, which pulled ahead as my summer favorite. After reading the author for years across genres, I'm honored to have Lau…

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Nicola Yoon Discusses Her Provocative Debut (One of Our Kind) 33:22

5M ago33:22

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Nicola Yoon discusses her provocative adult debut, One of Our Kind, and the surprising inspiration from The Stepford Wives that sparked her daring new story. Writing inspiration can sometimes strike in the most unlikely places. Podcast listening in the shower electrified a story Nicola Yoon had never expected to write. Join us for an enlightening c…

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Digital Dating Turns Deadly in This Debut Murder Mystery 31:44

6M ago31:44

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L.M. Chilton reveals his surprising dating history that inspired his debut thriller, Swiped. After nearly a decade and 212 failed dates, L.M. Chilton channeled his dating frustrations into Swiped, a fresh debut murder mystery exploring the darker side of online dating cleverly crafted for the millennial reader. Today, we discuss his personal story …

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2024 Summer Reading Guide 33:52

6M ago33:52

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The 2024 MomAdvice Summer Reading Guide includes 35 titles, offering upcoming releases, new releases, and backlist gems. Grab your favorite summer beverage and settle in for this year's summer reading guide, which includes 35 beautiful book selections for your summer. After carefully reviewing eighty books for this season, I've tried to offer some …

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The Best Backlist Books for Summer 1:01:55

6M ago1:01:55

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This special crossover episode with The Reader's Couch offers five backlist books for your summer and what it takes to nail a great summer reading guide. Today's episode features Victoria Wood from The Reader's Couch podcast. I asked Victoria to bring her best backlist book treasures from her past summer reading guides that deserve far more attenti…

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What Jeff Zentner Brings to the Romance World 51:35

7M ago51:35

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Jeff Zentner discusses the inspiration for his emotional adult debut romance novel Colton Gentry's Third Act, which celebrates food, music, and second chances. Celebrated young adult novelist Jeff Zentner returns to our space to discuss his transition from writing young adult books to his surprising new release—a romance debut for adults called Col…

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Surprising Truths About Grief With Amy Lin (Here After) 57:13

7M ago57:13

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Amy Lin discusses her emotional debut memoir Here After. We discuss her surprising revelations about the grief process and better steps to show up for grievers. In our fear of saying the wrong thing, we often don't get to engage in essential conversations like the one we share today. Amy Lin, author of Here After, joins the Book Gang podcast to dis…

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New Historical Fiction To Read in 2024 31:29

7M ago31:29

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This special crossover episode with Thoughts from a Page offers five new historical fiction books in 2024 to read now of compelling women throughout history. Cindy Burnett, the host of the Thoughts from a Page podcast, joins our show in this special crossover episode to discuss her favorite new historical fiction books for 2024 that readers will lo…

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The Kennedy Ryan Phenomenon: Inclusive Narratives With Heart 1:06:49

8M ago1:06:49

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Kennedy Ryan discusses her rise to the NYT bestseller list as a Black romance writer with moving advocacy for autism representation in This Could Be Us. There is a reason everyone wants to be a part of Kennedy Ryan’s story—her joy is infectious. Today, we offer listeners a front-row seat to her romance Booktok fandom, sold-out book tours, and movin…

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Trapped in a Time Loop 50:36

8M ago50:36

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In today's podcast, escape in a time loop novel. We discuss Groundhog Day books and the comforting ways repeating time travel can charm us in our book stack. When we say "time loop," readers immediately react to this statement. Whether it is a no or a yes, Jessica and I have you covered in today's podcast. We discuss why repeating cycles of events …

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This Book Cover Designer Reveals His Surprising Process 43:36

8M ago43:36

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Join us for an inspiring conversation with Faceout Studio book designer Elisha Zepeda as he takes us on a journey from working in a bookstore to navigating his first year in book cover design. Elisha navigates the challenges of cover rejection through a unique avenue- his TikTok account, where readers can discuss the rejected and accepted designs w…

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How Shark Heart Transformed Emily Habeck and Her Readers 42:02

9M ago42:02

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Emily Habeck discusses her widely imaginative debut novel, Shark Heart, and how this writing project transformed her life and the lives of her readers. It's no secret that Shark Heart was my favorite debut of the year, and today's meaningful author conversation only solidified this moving reading experience. We discuss the unusual overlap to our lo…

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The Most Unique Only One Bed Moments in Romance 1:01:10

9M ago1:01:10

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SUPPORT MY WORK through Patreon! Sarah Adler discusses writing her quirky debut novel Mrs. Nash's Ashes and her favorite memorable "only one bed" moments in romance. Sarah Adler didn’t know she was writing a romance book when she started her novel. She wasn’t even a romance reader. All of that changed, though, when she wrote Mrs. Nash’s Ashes, her …

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Let's Head to Art School With These Amazing Books 49:23

10M ago49:23

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SUPPORT MY WORK through Patreon! Head to art school with debut novelist Antonia Angress today. We discuss the inspiration for her debut novel, Sirens & Muses, which one of our best debuts of 2023. If you have ever dreamed of attending art school, you will want to tune in to today's discussion and fictional art book stack. Today, we are joined by de…

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The Best Books of 2023 1:51:06

10M ago1:51:06

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SUPPORT MY WORK through Patreon! Cue the confetti! This week's episode shares the top fifteen books we have read this year after screening HUNDREDS of books. This discussion includes the best fiction books of 2023 and some of our favorite backlist books we were thrilled to discover this year. There is TRULY something for everyone. We invite you to …

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Meet Our New Book Gang 54:03

10M ago54:03

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SUPPORT MY WORK through Patreon! Meet MY new book gang collaboration with Victoria from The Reader's Couch Podcast and Cindy from Thoughts from a Page Podcast, as we embark on a new reading journey together. I'm thrilled to bring you a special pop-up episode announcing a fabulous new collaboration for the upcoming year. I couldn't be more excited t…

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The Magic of Belonging in Found Family Books 52:30

11M ago52:30

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SUPPORT MY WORK through Patreon! I’m thrilled to introduce you to our new contributor voice to the Book Gang podcast. Jessica Bearak is likely a familiar voice to you because she is such a loyal participant in so many book club spaces around the web. It was such a treat to meet her IN PERSON earlier this year, and after having the best time discuss…

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The 2024 MomAdvice Book Club Books Announced (Part 2) 28:28

11M ago28:28

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Join us in Part 2 of the 2024 MomAdvice Book Club as we unveil the second half of our carefully curated book selections and how to join! Cue the confetti! I'm hosting my first backlist book club year in honor of my 20th year as an online creator, and I would be HONORED to have you join me on this journey. This year's offerings include backlist book…

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The 2024 MomAdvice Book Club Books Announced (Part 1) 31:11

11M ago31:11

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Join us in Part 1 of the 2024 MomAdvice Book Club as we unveil the first half of our carefully curated book selections and how to join! Cue the confetti! I'm hosting my first backlist book club year in honor of my 20th year as an online creator, and I would be HONORED to have you join me on this journey. This year's offerings include backlist books…

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The Best Reading Hacks for Chronic Pain 1:19:17

1y ago1:19:17

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SUPPORT MY WORK through Patreon! Chronic pain shouldn't stop you from living your best reading life. A registered osteopath shares her surprising tips for a cozy winter reading season. Does the perfect reading chair exist? How do I maintain a good reading posture? And what book format is best for someone who has chronic pain problems? The answers m…

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Beautiful Lessons from a Book Club for Inmates 1:11:19

1y ago1:11:19

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SUPPORT MY WORK through Patreon! Celebrate the feel-good moments and literary achievements of the Second Chance Book Club for inmates and their tireless leader, Jennifer Williams. Join us for a heartwarming Book Gang podcast episode as we meet Jennifer, the "book lady" of Danville, VA, changing incarcerated women's lives through the Second Chance B…

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Matt Cain's Publishing Journey: The Secret Life of Albert Entwistle 1:04:26

1y ago1:04:26

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SUPPORT MY WORK through Patreon! Matt Cain discusses the challenging history in publishing for LGBTQ History Month. Discover the inspiration for his book, The Secret Life of Albert Entwistle. We are giving listeners a peek behind the paywall to share one of my favorite interviews of 2023 in honor of LGBTQ History Month. Join us as we delve into the…

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Celebrate LGBTQ History Month With This Curated Stack 57:52

1y ago57:52

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SUPPORT MY WORK through Patreon! Debut novelist and senior advisor to the Library of Congress, Jeffrey Dale Lofton, discusses identity and self-discovery for LGBTQ History Month in October. Jeffrey Dale Lofton is one of the most intriguing voices I've read this year, and I count his debut among my favorites of 2023. Join us on an inspiring journey …

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The Best Motherhood Lessons from Literary Characters 1:05:45

1y ago1:05:45

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SUPPORT MY WORK through Patreon! Celebrate literary lessons found in books about mothers! Adele Griffin shares her riveting surrogacy story in her debut and how these characters shaped her story. Adele Griffin knew something had been missing from her fiction for a long time. Although she knew it was missing, she admits that it took her years to pro…

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The Remarkable Murder Mystery Book That Changed Everything 56:46

1y ago56:46

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SUPPORT MY WORK through Patreon! Dreaming of writing a murder mystery book? Listen to the inspiring story of a mother and daughter who crafted their whodunit amidst a cancer diagnosis. Today Nina Simon discusses her debut novel, “Mother-Daughter Murder Night.” How does a former NASA engineer make the shift to murder mystery writer? In this fascinat…

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The Fiona Davis Interview You Need to Hear 35:43

1y ago35:43

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SUPPORT MY WORK through Patreon! Join us as Fiona Davis, the acclaimed author of seven historical fiction novels, delves into her latest historical fiction book, "The Spectacular," which immerses readers into the world of the legendary Rockettes at Radio City Music Hall in the 1950s. From surprising dance routines to the hidden life of the Rockette…

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The Best Sober Memoirs to Read Now 47:49

1+ y ago47:49

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SUPPORT MY WORK through Patreon! Emily Lynn Paulson discusses her eye-opening memoir, Hey, Hun. Learn how rising to the top of an MLM led to her addiction and recovery in a pyramid scheme. What is the most Googled fact about Emily Lynn Paulson? At the time of this recording, roughly 125 people each month, likely after reading this memoir, ask this …

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The Magic of Old Hollywood Books 1:03:10

1+ y ago1:03:10

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SUPPORT MY WORK through Patreon! Molly Fader discusses her remarkable historical fiction novel, The Sunshine Girls, and collection of Old Hollywood books as captivating as the silver screen. If you have a nurse in your family, this show is dedicated to you! In today's episode of Book Gang, we have the pleasure of hosting Molly Fader, an award-winni…

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The Best Con Artist Queens in Literature 56:28

1+ y ago56:28

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SUPPORT MY WORK through Patreon! Wendy Heard discusses her con artist book of the summer, You Can Trust Me. Learn what it takes to write a thriller & get our best books on scammers and cons. It's our first thriller discussion of the summer. Join me in an enthralling conversation with renowned thriller author Wendy Heard as we dive deep into the wor…

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The Best Debut Novels of 2023 (So Far) 1:19:11

1+ y ago1:19:11

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SUPPORT MY WORK through Patreon! Thao Thai discusses her multigenerational debut novel, Banyan Moon, a Vietnamese tale that transports readers. We also discuss the best debut novels of 2023. We are celebrating the best debut novels of 2023 (so far) with debut novelist Thao Thai, author of Banyan Moon, on Book Gang today. Set against the stunning ba…

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The Best Wedding Themed Rom-Com Books 57:14

1+ y ago57:14

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SUPPORT MY WORK through Patreon! Byron Lane joins the podcast to discuss his charming fictional wedding rom-com book, Big Gay Wedding, and top book recommendations for the wedding season. In this delightful Book Gang podcast episode, the talented author, Byron Lane, of Big Gay Wedding and A Star is Bored, discusses his writing journey. In the novel…

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The Best Escapist Island Books 52:56

1+ y ago52:56

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SUPPORT MY WORK through Patreon! Escape real life with the best island books. Learn why The Wishing Game is just the book escape you need with our interview with Meg Shaffer. Let’s head to a fictional island with this Meg Shaffer interview as we discuss her magical debut, The Wishing Game. In this Willy Wonka-style adventure, we follow the story of…

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2023 Summer Reading Guide 29:26

1+ y ago29:26

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SUPPORT MY WORK through Patreon! Join me as we dive into our summer reading guide with my literary treasure trove of 37 handpicked book recommendations spanning multiple genres. This year's list includes romance, historical fiction, contemporary, nonfiction, thriller, and mystery, with some beautiful backlist book favorites. Access the 2023 Summer …

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The Best Historical Fiction Books For Summer 47:01

1+ y ago47:01

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SUPPORT MY WORK through Patreon! Debut novelist Crystal Smith Paul joins the podcast to discuss her historical fiction book, Did You Hear About Kitty Karr?, and her top historical fiction book recommendations for your summer. Historical fiction lovers, you do not want to miss this fascinating discussion about some of your favorite books and some de…

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The Spectacular Life Lessons from Books About Road Trips 34:54

1+ y ago34:54

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SUPPORT MY WORK through Patreon! Hit the open road with these books about road trips. Let's hop in the getaway car and learn what it takes to write a great Thelma and Louise story with Colleen Oakley. Do you love road trip books? In today's show, we will go on a wildly entertaining road trip with a college dropout and an eighty-four-year-old woman …

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Best Book Club Books to Spark Conversation 57:14

1+ y ago57:14

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SUPPORT MY WORK through Patreon! Looking for the best book club books for a thought-provoking chat? These book club picks are page-turners curated by historical fiction writer Meagan Church. Mark Twain once said, "History doesn’t repeat itself, but it often rhymes.” Meagan Church is here to explore those exact rhythms in her stunning debut, The Las…

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The Best Life Lessons from Time Travel Books 34:11

1+ y ago34:11

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SUPPORT MY WORK through Patreon! Join us for an episode of mind-bending time travel exploration with award-nominated novelist and screenwriter Cesca Major. In this episode, Cesca discusses her US debut novel, Maybe Next Time, and takes us through her process of writing time travel books. Get ready to delve into the complexities of writing an endles…

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The Celebrity Book Club Deep Dive Episode You Need 1:21:56

1+ y ago1:21:56

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Take a deep dive into the world of celebrity book clubs! Explore how Hollywood and literature collide with Oprah, Reese, and Jenna impacting publishing. Josh (@tellthebeees on TikTok) brings his expertise on books and culture news to discuss how celebrity selection has impacted our reading experience. Don’t miss today’s article with my top five cel…

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More Asian American Authors to Read Now 46:48

1+ y ago46:48

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Expand your library with new Asian American authors. Celebrate fresh AAPI voices with debut novelist Kristen Mei Chase on today's podcast. In today's Book Gang episode, Kristen Mei Chase discusses her book "A Thousand Miles to Graceland" and highlights some of her favorite Asian American and Pacific Islander authors in literature. This sparkling de…

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The Best Coming of Age Books To Read Now 46:06

2y ago46:06

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SUPPORT MY WORK through Patreon! Get ready to relive those coming-of-age moments and feel like a kid again on today's show. What's better than being transported back to our youth through our fictional life. This discussion is filled with trivia on your favorite backlist books and a short but powerful new release selection I know you'll love. Don’t …

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The Galentine's Day Entertainment Recommendations You Need Now 57:54

2y ago57:54

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SUPPORT MY WORK through Patreon! Let’s celebrate this unofficial Galentine’s Day holiday because ladies celebrating ladies is ALWAYS a good thing. Mary Carver, from The Couch podcast, joins us to share her favorite movie & tv friendships while I bring my stack of fictional female friendships that will inspire your next holiday. It doesn’t happen ev…

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Best Books of 2022 to Read Now 1:08:04

2y ago1:08:04

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SUPPORT MY WORK through Patreon! (download our top 25 lists AND unlock 189 bookish bonuses INSTANTLY) The BEST BOOKS OF THE YEAR is here! We read a combined 481 books and tell you our top book recommendations from 2022! Larry Hoffer (@getbookedwithlarry) is back with his astounding stack! Cue the confetti! We share our favorite historical fiction, …

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Get the Most Out of the Libby App 52:24

2y ago52:24

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SUPPORT MY WORK through Patreon! The Libby team is HERE to help us transition from Overdrive to Libby. Learn what makes this public library app so great and how to borrow and enjoy ebooks and audiobooks with your library card. Libby is answering our listener questions and is spilling the tea on the exciting developments that are happening behind th…

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The 2023 MomAdvice Book Club Books Announced 1:14:14

2y ago1:14:14

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Please join the Patreon to support my work. Discover the MomAdvice 2023 Book Club Books I have curated for our readers this year. If you need your reading life reignited or an online community to share your favorite hobby with, we have you covered with these fifteen dynamic selections for discussion. From historical fiction to memoir to YA to myste…

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Take a Reading Challenge for a Better Reading Year 1:00:26

2y ago1:00:26

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Improve your reading habits by committing to reading in your first reading challenge this year. @readwiththebookgirls share what they’ve learned from creating their challenge prompts and what advice they would give if you want to DIY a challenge of your own. Today we talk about the Book Girls' Guide book lists and how they can help you have a more …

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The Nonfiction November Challenge You Need 52:31

2y ago52:31

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Learn how to participate in Nonfiction November with the ultimate tour guide. Olive Fellows started Nonfiction November on her BookTube channel, A Book Olive. Discover four fun reading prompts and ideas for some amazing nonfiction books to start your journey. Nonfiction November is a month-long nonfiction reading initiative during which you are cha…

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