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Jul 28
Ep 535: Branching out thanks to a book bingo challenge
Today's guest is a Kentucky neighbor who has both a specific reading project and a dilemma we know is shared by many readers. Emily Holladay is a pastor in Frankfort, Kentucky, where she lives with her family. As a newish mom, Emily is still finding her outside-of-parenthood hobb ... Show More
1h 12m
Jul 21
Ep 534: Writing stories of hope, and a timely Odyssey discussion
Today we're sharing a conversation with an author who has been discussed often here on the podcast: William Kent Krueger. We originally held this author talk over in Modern Mrs Darcy Book Club, and which we're sharing with you today as we explore Krueger's book This Tender Land. ... Show More
58m 38s
Jul 14
Ep 533: Midyear reading check-in
Today Anne is joined by our Patreon Community Manager, Shannan Malone for a third year as they dive into their reading lives for a midyear check-in. We know this is a conversation that many of you have come to look forward to every year. Anne has been reflecting and planning for ... Show More
57m 22s
Jul 2022
Summer books: why escapist fiction is good for you
As summer sizzles in the northern hemisphere, this episode brings you top recommendations for books to pack on your vacation, and reading that will transport you far from home without you having to go anywhere. Laura Battle, Deputy Books Editor at the Financial Times, gives her b ... Show More
23m 4s
May 2023
Season 5, Episode 41: Summer Reading + Book Hangovers
53m 43s
Aug 2021
Help me love reading again | Ask a Book Critic
A listener asks for help with getting out of a reading rut. A voracious reader as a child, they now need some help falling in love with reading again. Vox Book Critic Constance Grady recommends big, grab-you-by-the-throat books to help us all rediscover our love of reading. Plus, ... Show More
10m 35s
Dec 2024
Reading Out of Our Comfort Zone
Send us Fan MailIn Episode 179 of Book Talk, Etc., Tina and Hannah venture beyond their usual reading habits! We discuss what it means to step outside our comfort zones, the types of books that intimidate us, and the challenges of staying present and patient with our reading live ... Show More
1h 6m
Jul 2024
Our FAV Reads in 2024 SO FAR
Gather around for this week's episode where the girls share their top reads of the year thus far. From romance that had them swooning to fantasies that transported them to new worlds, they're excited to reveal the books that have left a lasting impression. They also update on how ... Show More
46m 4s
Jun 2023
Season 5, Episode 43: Way Past a Book Hangover + All Things Fourth Wing
1h 5m
Aug 2025
Escape the EU Bubble: Expert Summer Book Picks
This week, we’re taking a breath. EU Confidential is stepping away from summits, trade battles, and late-night trilogues — and turning to something more refreshing: books. Host Sarah Wheaton is joined by audio producer (and self-confessed book nerd) Dionisios Sturis for this spec ... Show More
35m 28s
Mar 2022
'Checkout 19' explores the magic of escaping with a good book
The nameless narrator in author Claire-Louise Bennett's new novel, Checkout 19, absolutely loves books. Their mere presence puts her at ease. But her lifelong love of reading is, in part, because she feels let down by the people around her. Bennett told NPR's Scott Simon that lov ... Show More
8m 37s
Nov 2024
#74 Books we should read.. and books we'll never read
In today's episode of Bookmark'd Sara and Des sit down and discuss books not heir never ending TBR's that they SHOULD definitely be getting to.. and also books that their eyes will never grace the pages of.. Keep up with the podcast on insta 🪩https://www.instagram.com/bookmarkdp ... Show More
52m 51s
Feb 2023
Season 5, Episode 27: Popcorn Reading + Joys and Challenges of Reading as Our "Job"
52m 40s
Over the last year, we’ve talked to readers who voraciously devour romance, mystery, and graphic novels to escape real life—and readers who struggle to pick up a single book, even if they know it’s one they’ll love. There’s no right way to respond to stress as a reader, and today’s guest is here to share encouragement and insight for readers experiencing bur ... Show More
<p class="" data-pm-slice="0 0 []">On this week's episode of Currently Reading, Meredith and Kaytee are discussing:</p> <ul data-rte-list="default"> <li> <p class=""><strong>Bookish Moments</strong>: summer reading guides and plane reading</p> </li> <li> <p class=""><strong>Curre ... Show More
<p class="" data-pm-slice="0 0 []">On this week's episode of Currently Reading, Meredith and Roxanna are discussing:</p> <ul data-rte-list="default"> <li> <p class=""><strong>Bookish Moments</strong>: even worse than a book hangover, it's a book coma!, and single-track reading</p ... Show More
<p class="" data-pm-slice="0 0 []">On this week's episode of Currently Reading, Meredith and Kaytee are discussing:</p> <ul data-rte-list="default"> <li> <p class=""><strong>Bookish Moments</strong>: a meeting with an app and a personal audiobook win</p> </li> <li> <p class=""><s ... Show More
