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 7

Ep 532: Backlist gems: still the wildest way we've heard to choose what to read next

We often talk about backlist books around here because there is a wealth of delight to be found in titles that aren't getting the buzz and attention of recent releases. In fact, one of our most frequent requests from listeners and prospective guests is "help me find backlist gems ... Show More

48m 56s

Jun 23

Ep 531: Seeking light but not fluffy summer reads for a good escape

Today's guest is navigating a tough season, and as a result she is looking forward to a summer of books with heart that won't be too emotionally draining. Kayla Crum is searching for what she calls light but not fluffy reads, and she's not exactly sure where to find the types of ... Show More

1 h

Aug 2024

What We're Reading This Summer

<p>It’s August, which means that Labor Day and back-to-school are just around the corner. The vacation that seemed so leisurely a month ago suddenly feels a little more frantic. But there’s still time to squeeze in a last batch of summer reading. On this week’s episode, host Gilb ... Show More

32m 34s

May 2024

Book Store Owners Present Their Top Summer Reads

We love the summer because it means trips the bookstore! We have some of our favorite bookstores recommending their favorite summer titles. If you are in need of a laugh, a thrill or just a great story to read on the beach, this is an episode of The Book Case you don't want to mi ... Show More

41m 34s

Jun 2024

OUR SUMMER TBR

Get your Goodreads ready! Today the girls are sharing their most anticipated reads for summer. If you're needing some fun summer romance reads, want to try a brand new sci-fi adventure, a twisty thriller, or an epic fantasy, read along with them! They also discuss their thoughts ... Show More

43m 29s

Jun 2018

Ep. 147 Sizzling awesome reads for summer 2018

Just in time to get your library list all filled out for road trips, lazy mornings, and hours spent poolside, we've got some SIZZLING summer reads for 2018! Join Meg and Sorta Awesome regular Leigh Kramer as they share their picks for your summer reading list and celebrate the ar ... Show More

1h 12m

Jul 2018

Summer Reading 2018, Part 2

It's a summer tradition! Once more, Stuff to Blow Your Mind devotes a summer episode to the discussion of fiction, non-fiction and children's books that the hosts read over the course of the last year. So listen in and maybe one of these books will accompany you on your next beac ... Show More

50m 16s

Jul 2025

The summer I turned into a bookworm

Summer. Time for pools, BBQs, and the beach read. But why do we read "summer books"? This episode was produced by Avishay Artsy, edited by Amina Al-Sadi, fact-checked by Melissa Hirsch, engineered by Matthew Billy, and hosted by Jonquilyn Hill. Photo by Jakub Porzycki/NurPhoto vi ... Show More

30m 49s

Aug 2023

Summer Reading Special

This week, to mix things up a little, it’s our annual round-up of books, old and new, you might enjoy over the summer. John, Andy and Backlisted’s producer Nicky discuss: O Caledonia by Elspeth Barker (W&N Essentials); Sheep’s Clothing by Celia Dale (Daunt Books); The Stirrings: ... Show More

1h 3m

Jul 2022

the perfect beach reads you need to read ASAP

Carmen shares her favorite books that are perfect for summer! She chats all about her favorite rom-coms, general fiction, and mystery books. Don't forget to check out: ⭐️ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thegirlygirlpodcast/ ⭐️ TikTok: http://www.tiktok.com/@thegirlygirlpodca ... Show More

41m 59s

Jun 2021

Ep. 310 Recent books that are worth the hype!

Summer reading season is in FULL SWING, and that means you are probably hearing about great books everywhere you turn. But how many of those books live up to the hype? This week, Meg is joined by Sorta Awesome Regular and author Katie Proctor, and they are here to give you the ru ... Show More

1h 9m

Jun 2021

324 || The Kids‘ Table: Summer

<p>Listen in this week as Annie and guest, cousin and Bookshelf Community Manager, Ashley Sherlock chat about their Summer reading, listening, watching and buying lists.</p> <p>The books mentioned in this week’s episode can be purchased from <a href='https://www.bookshelfthomasvi ... Show More

43m 33s

Ep 234: The recipe for a delicious summe...