Best Family Friendly Book Recommendations Podcasts (2024)

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I Read 14 Books in October! 51:08

1h ago51:08

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I read 14 books in October, ranging from mystery to fantasy to romance! Which books did I love? Which books disappointed me? Listen to this episode to find out! Tune in every week for exciting book-related content, and be sure to check out the companion Youtube channel: The 2am Book Review Club Youtube channel.…

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The Thirteenth Tale: My 2024 Halloween Book Recommendation! 42:19

7d ago42:19

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It's almost Halloween, so how about a Halloween book recommendation? This week, we're discussing The Thirteenth Tale, a book that puts the drama in family drama, a book that leans into the spooky side of its Gothic aesthetic, and a book that is just a fun, seasonal time all around! Tune in every week for exciting book-related content, and be sure t…

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Paris Lost and Found: An Interview with Author Scott Dominic Carpenter 1:06:50

14d ago1:06:50

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This week we have a very special episode about the 2024 memoir Paris Lost and Found: A Memoir of Love, featuring author Scott Dominic Carpenter! Tune in to hear our discussion of the hidden sides of Paris, the unexpected benefits of travel, the meaning of life, and much much more. Be sure to check out Paris Lost and Found if you enjoy our conversat…

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I Read 16 Books in September! 39:18

24d ago39:18

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I read 16 books in September, ranging from historical fiction to fantasy to classics! Which books did I love? Which books disappointed me? And what new reading trends showed up in September? Listen to this episode to find out! Tune in every week for exciting book-related content, and be sure to check out the companion Youtube channel: The 2am Book …

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3 Creepy Mysteries to Read This Fall: The Book of Cold Cases, The Turn of the Key, Dark Places 9:38

1M ago9:38

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This week I'm here to help you plan your fall mystery reading with three creepy mystery books that I loved and which I hope you'll love too! Tune in every week for exciting book-related content, and be sure to check out the companion Youtube channel: The 2am Book Review Club Youtube channel.By The 2am Book Review Club

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3 Fairytale-Inspired Fantasy Books to Read This Fall: The Last Tale of the Flower Bride, Tress of the Emerald Sea, A Dowry of Blood 14:11

1M ago14:11

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This week I'm here to help you plan your fall fantasy reading, with three fairytale-inspired fantasy books that I loved and which I'm hopeful you'll love too! Tune in every week for exciting book-related content, and be sure to check out the companion Youtube channel: The 2am Book Review Club Youtube channel.…

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Announcing the Ultimate Fall Fantasy Reading Challenge + My Fall Reading Plans 18:50

2M ago18:50

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This week I'm announcing the Ultimate Fall Fantasy Reading Challenge! I'm also discussing the 10 books I'm planning to read to fulfill the 10 reading prompts, aka my fall reading plans. Join the reading challenge here. Tune in every week for exciting book-related content, and be sure to check out the companion Youtube channel: The 2am Book Review C…

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Tom Lake: A Bittersweet Family Drama 17:09

2M ago17:09

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This week we're discussing the 2023 hit family drama, Tom Lake! Let's discuss the creativity of the storytelling, the heartfelt beauty of the writing, and why it's the perfect book to read at this time of year. Tune in every week for exciting book-related content, and be sure to check out the companion Youtube channel: The 2am Book Review Club Yout…

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A Comprehensive Deep Dive into the My Brilliant Friend Books 2:21:00

2M ago2:21:00

2:21:00

This week I'm bringing you a very special deep dive into all four books of the My Brilliant Friend series! Please be aware of the following before listening: spoilers, discussions of sensitive content, and questionable pronunciations of Italian names. Tune in every week for exciting book-related content, and be sure to check out the companion Youtu…

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I Read 10 Books in August! 39:12

2M ago39:12

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I read 10 books in August, ranging from historical fiction to romance to mysteries! Which books did I love? Which books disappointed me? Listen to this episode to find out! Tune in every week for exciting book-related content, and be sure to check out the companion Youtube channel: The 2am Book Review Club Youtube channel.…

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5 Book Quotes that Changed My Life (And Might Change Yours) 37:45

2M ago37:45

37:45

This week I'm sharing five of my life-changing book quotes (and books)! Tune in every week for exciting book-related content, and be sure to check out the companion Youtube channel: The 2am Book Review Club Youtube channel.By The 2am Book Review Club

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Hang the Moon: A Fresh Take on Historical Fiction 29:48

3M ago29:48

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This week, I want to talk about one of the most exciting historical fiction books I've read so far this year: Hang the Moon by Jeannette Walls, which presents a fresh new take on one of my favorite genres! Tune in every week for exciting book-related content, and be sure to check out the companion Youtube channel: The 2am Book Review Club Youtube c…

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3 Fantasy Books That Are Worth the Hype: Six of Crows, The Will of the Many, and Vicious 32:08

3M ago32:08

32:08

Looking for your next great fantasy reading experience? Tune into this episode, where I recommend three hyped up fantasy books, one book for each type of fantasy reader! The 2am Book Review Club Youtube channelBy The 2am Book Review Club

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Summer Reading Wrap-up: I Read 31 Books in June and July! 54:15

3M ago54:15

54:15

I read 31 books in June and July, ranging from fantasy to historical fiction to mysteries! Which books did I love? Which books disappointed me? Tune into this episode to find out! The 2am Book Review Club Youtube channelBy The 2am Book Review Club

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Summer Hiatus Until August 5 3:55

4M ago3:55

3:55

I'll be on hiatus until August 5! So happy July, happy summer, and happy book travels!! The 2am Book Review Club Youtube channelBy The 2am Book Review Club

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1 Sentence Reviews of All 90 Books I've Read So Far This Year 28:37

4M ago28:37

28:37

Let's review all 90 books I've read so far this year in 1 sentence each! The 2am Book Review Club Youtube channelBy The 2am Book Review Club

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The 2024 Mid-year Reading Check-in: Stats, Reflections, Reading Plans 29:57

4M ago29:57

29:57

2024 is halfway over, so let's talk about my reading year so far! How many books have I read so far this year? What are my top genres? And what books am I excited to read during the second half of 2024?? Let's have a cozy chat about books and how my 2024 reading journey is shaping up so far! The 2am Book Review Club Youtube channel…

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Read-along Announcement: Read Tom Lake with me this summer! 10:14

4M ago10:14

10:14

Join me this summer as we read Tom Lake by Ann Patchett, a cozy, slice-of-life, family saga book about life, love, family, and the choices we make throughout our many lives. Read-along link: https://app.thestorygraph.com/readalongs/39fc9dfa-fd72-46b0-be70-174e4b5b7e21. I hope you'll join me in reading Tom Lake this summer! The 2am Book Review Club …

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10 Romance Books to Read at the Beach! 25:33

5M ago25:33

25:33

It's beach read season, and I've put together a list of the 10 best romance books to read at the beach! Romances that take place on summer vacation... A romance with a ghost... A romance between a movie star and a bodyguard... Whatever kind of romance book you want to read, I have beach read recommendations for you! Read The Blue Castle for free he…

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10 Mystery Books to Read at the Beach! 32:20

5M ago32:20

32:20

It's beach read season, and I've put together a list of the 10 best mystery books to read at the beach! Murder at a luxurious seaside resort... A family trapped on a stormy island... A school that's basically Hogwarts for murder... Whatever kind of mystery book you want to read, I have beach read recommendations for you! Keep an eye out for my roma…

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12 Books to Read at the Beach! A Beach Read Guide for Every Type of Reader 35:08

5M ago35:08

35:08

It's beach read season, and I've put together the ultimate beach read guide for every type of reader! Do you like thrillers? Classics? Family sagas? Nonfiction? Historical fiction? Fantasy? Whatever genre (or genres!) you like to read, I have beach read recommendations for you. Keep an eye out for my mystery beach read list and my romance beach rea…

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I Read 21 Books in May! 40:16

5M ago40:16

40:16

I read 21 books in May, ranging from romance to mysteries to historical fiction, and I'm here to talk about them! Which did I love? Which disappointed me? Which character was Too Stupid To Live? And was Shakespeare really a woman??? Tune into this episode to find out! Apologies that my voice isn't 100% back to normal yet! I'm still recovering from …

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Reading Challenge Announcement: The Historical Fiction World Tour Challenge! 24:05

5M ago24:05

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Join me this summer as we read historical fiction books from 10 different countries around the world! Reading challenge link: https://app.thestorygraph.com/reading_challenges/e7e9689b-cd43-423d-9164-5720859a4096. I hope you'll join the Historical Fiction World Tour Challenge, and I apologize for the delay in this week's episode; I'm still recoverin…

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In the Woods: My Favorite Mystery Book of the Year (so far) 40:25

6M ago40:25

40:25

Did I just find my favorite mystery book of the year?? Between its gorgeous prose, complex characters, and mind-blowing plot, In the Woods left me emotionally devastated... and convinced that this might just be my favorite mystery book of the year! The 2am Book Review Club Youtube channelBy The 2am Book Review Club

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Pineapple Street: A Tasty Treat of a Book 32:11

6M ago32:11

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Looking for a glamorous, glitzy, breezy, fun ride? Then boy oh boy, do I have the book for you: Pineapple Street, by Jenny Jackson!! Apologies to everyone named Georgiana. (Real talk: Is anyone named Georgiana anymore?) You'll have to listen to the episode to figure out why! The 2am Book Review Club Youtube channel…

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I Read 20 Books in April! 48:58

6M ago48:58

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I read 20 books in April, ranging from mysteries to fantasy to historical romance, and I'm here to talk about them! Which did I love? Which disappointed me? And are you looking for book recommendations for either People We Meet on Vacation by Emily Henry, or The 7 Husbands of Evelyn Hugo by Taylor Jenkins-Reid? Whatever you're looking for, I've got…

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5 Random Books: Can I Predict My Least to Most Favorites? 38:02

6M ago38:02

38:02

I picked up 5 random books at the library, and today we're finding out if I can predict which will be my most favorite, which will be my least favorite, and which ones will end up somewhere in between! The 5 books are: Piranesi, The Essex Serpent, The Devil and the Dark Water, and two classic mysteries by the queen of mystery, Agatha Christie. Whic…

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Remarkably Bright Creatures: A Remarkably Pointless Book 22:45

7M ago22:45

22:45

I finally read the best-selling octopus book, Remarkably Bright Creatures! Why is this debut novel a New York Times bestselling smash success? Is it worth the hype? And most importantly: what did I think of the octopus? Find out in this week's episode! The 2am Book Review Club Youtube channelBy The 2am Book Review Club

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Emily Wilde's Map of the Otherlands: An Automaton of a Sequel 23:35

7M ago23:35

23:35

I finally read the sequel to Emily Wilde's Encyclopaedia of Faeries, Emily Wilde's Map of the Otherlands! Was it everything I was hoping the sequel would be? How does it hold up to the first book? And what does a cozy fantasy sequel look like anyway? Find out in this week's episode! The 2am Book Review Club Youtube channel…

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The Once and Future Witches: Great Writing, Beautiful Writing 24:02

7M ago24:02

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I finally read The Once and Future Witches by Alix E. Harrow! Alternate history, fairytale-infused witchy fantasy, and sisters taking on the world: this book is everything that I love! ...Or is it? Find out in this week's episode! Apologies if it sounds like I have cold--pollen allergies are no joke. The 2am Book Review Club Youtube channel…

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I Read 18 Books in March! 26:36

7M ago26:36

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I read 18 books in March, ranging from fantasy to mysteries to romance, and I'm here to talk about them! Which did I love? Which disappointed me? And which book is the one that changed my life?? Find out in this episode! The 2am Book Review Club Youtube channelBy The 2am Book Review Club

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Mystery Marathon March! Ep. 4: The Marlow Murder Club, We Were Liars, and Black Rabbit Hall 48:33

8M ago48:33

48:33

Join me during the month of March as we read as many mystery books as we can!! Reading challenge link: https://app.thestorygraph.com/reading_challenges/1c2daf45-bc27-4e55-88ce-25d3d9df5f09. I spent the final week of Mystery Marathon March reading 3 more mysteries: The Marlow Murder Club, We Were Liars, and Black Rabbit Hall. What do I think of thes…

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Mystery Marathon March! Ep. 3: Everyone on This Train is a Suspect, All the Sinners Bleed 22:29

8M ago22:29

22:29

Join me during the month of March as we read as many mystery books as we can!! Reading challenge link: https://app.thestorygraph.com/reading_challenges/1c2daf45-bc27-4e55-88ce-25d3d9df5f09. I spent Week 3 of Mystery Marathon March reading just 2 mysteries: Everyone on This Train is a Suspect and All the Sinners Bleed. What do I think of these popul…

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Are You There God? It's Me, Margaret by Judy Blume 34:37

8M ago34:37

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Join hosts Sam and Sarah on this episode of "Not Your Average Book Report" as they dive into Judy Blume's timeless classic "Are You There God? It's Me, Margaret." Discover how this beloved coming-of-age tale resonates with readers and explore its enduring themes of identity, friendship, and faith. Power Rank These Three from Worst to Least Worst: 1…

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Mystery Marathon March! Ep. 2: The Writing Retreat, The Violin Conspiracy, and Just the Nicest Couple 22:49

8M ago22:49

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Join me during the month of March as we read as many mystery books as we can!! Reading challenge link: https://app.thestorygraph.com/reading_challenges/1c2daf45-bc27-4e55-88ce-25d3d9df5f09. I spent Week 2 of Mystery Marathon March again reading 3 mysteries: The Writing Retreat, The Violin Conspiracy, and Just the Nicest Couple. What do I think of t…

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Mystery Marathon March! Ep. 1: Good Bad Girl, A Most Agreeable Murder, and Everyone in My Family Has Killed Someone 24:10

8M ago24:10

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Join me during the month of March as we read as many mystery books as we can!! Reading challenge link: https://app.thestorygraph.com/reading_challenges/1c2daf45-bc27-4e55-88ce-25d3d9df5f09. I kicked off Mystery Marathon March with 3 mystery books: Good Bad Girl, A Most Agreeable Murder, and Everyone in My Family Has Killed Someone. What do I think …

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Reading Challenge Announcement: Mystery Marathon March! 24:14

8M ago24:14

24:14

Join me during the month of March as we read as many mystery books as we can!! Reading challenge link: https://app.thestorygraph.com/reading_challenges/1c2daf45-bc27-4e55-88ce-25d3d9df5f09. Want some mystery recommendations? Listen to the episode, where I talk about ten of my favorite mystery books from 2023! I hope you'll choose to join my reading…

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Romance Extravaganza Ep. 4: Recipe for Persuasion 26:01

9M ago26:01

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Let's celebrate the month of all things romance related with a romance novel mini-series!! This week we're talking about Recipe for Persuasion, a Jane Austen-inspired romance centered around a Food Network reality show. Why was this such an emotional book? What was so surprising about it? And (asking the real questions here): Did I like the second-…

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Romance Extravaganza Ep. 3: The Mozart Code 30:31

9M ago30:31

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Let's celebrate the month of all things romance related with a romance novel mini-series!! This week we're talking about The Mozart Code, a Cold War Vienna spy story featuring a marriage of convenience. What do I think of the spy stuff? Was it... a little TOO historical? And (asking the real questions here): Did I like the romance??? Let's find out…

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Romance Extravaganza Ep. 2: The Wisteria Society of Lady Scoundrels 24:56

9M ago24:56

24:56

Let's celebrate the month of all things romance related with a romance novel mini-series!! We're continuing with The Wisteria Society of Lady Scoundrels, a romantic, bonkers light fantasy set in an alternate Victorian England. Is it fantastical? Just how bonkers are we talking?? And (asking the real questions here): Did I like the romance??? Let's …

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Matilda by Roald Dahl 38:59

9M ago38:59

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In this episode we're reading Matilda by Roald Dahl. Sam and Sarah share laughter-inducing excerpts (You can do it, Brucie!) and reminisce about their favorite teachers who inspired them. Immerse yourself in a delightful blend of nostalgia, humor, and genuine moments as we discuss this classic.By Not Your Average Book Report

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Romance Extravaganza Ep. 1: The Very Secret Society of Irregular Witches 28:15

9M ago28:15

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Let's celebrate the month of all things romance related with a romance novel mini-series!! We're kicking things off with The Very Secret Society of Irregular Witches, a witchy cozy fantasy romance. Is it cozy? Is it fantastical? And (asking the real questions here): Did I like the romance??? Let's find out! The 2am Book Review Club Youtube channel…

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Holiday Book Club 2023 Ep. 3: Jane [Austen] and the Twelve Days of Christmas 20:44

11M ago20:44

20:44

Guess what great British author turned out to secretly also be a great detective?? That's right, this week's holiday book club pick features beloved author Jane Austen solving a holiday-themed whodunit! Guide to throwing your own Jane Austen Christmas party (caution advised)! The 2am Book Review Club Youtube channel…

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Holiday Book Club 2023 Ep. 2: How the Hitman Stole Christmas 52:38

11M ago52:38

52:38

What do you get when you put together a (hot) hitman who loves Christmas and his grouchy, grinchy (hot) neighbor who can't stand Christmas? You get this week's holiday book club pick, How the Hitman Stole Christmas! The 2am Book Review Club Youtube channelBy The 2am Book Review Club

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Holiday Book Club 2023 Ep. 1: Wreck the Halls 49:40

11M ago49:40

49:40

What do you get when you put together rockstars, holiday hijinks, and Disney Channel original movie vibes?? You get our first holiday book club pick, Tessa Bailey's Wreck the Halls! The 2am Book Review Club Youtube channelBy The 2am Book Review Club

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Reading Around the World Ep. 4: A Spell of Good Things (Nigeria) 31:29

12M ago31:29

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This week, we're wrapping our Reading Around the World mini-series with our Nigeria pick, A Spell of Good Things! Featuring compelling characters, interesting conversations about modern-day Nigeria, and memorable writing, this Booker Prize longlisted book is a win in my book! Be sure to check out The 2am Book Review Club Youtube channel here.…

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Reading Around the World Ep. 3: Next Year in Havana (Cuba) 54:17

12M ago54:17

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This week, we're continuing our Reading Around the World mini-series with our Cuba pick, Next Year in Havana! Featuring complex political commentary, morally gray characters, and a (disastrously executed) romance, this sweeping historical epic gives us lots to discuss. Note: I state that this is the author's debut novel, which is not true, but I be…

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Reading Around the World Ep. 2: My Brilliant Friend (Italy) 1:45:03

12M ago1:45:03

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This week, we're launching our reading around the world deep dives with Elena Ferrante's classic, My Brilliant Friend!! With subtle (and not so subtle) social commentary, a cast of colorful characters, and (of course) the complex friendship that's the heart of the book, My Brilliant Friend certainly gives us plenty to talk about (just look at this …

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Reading Around the World Ep. 1: I read 10 books for 10 countries! 32:26

1y ago32:26

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This week, we're launching November's Reading Around the World mini-series!! We're kicking it off with an overview episode, where I talk about most of the books I read for this challenge. The remaining 3 books will be the focus of deep dive episodes, which will be releasing throughout the month! Want to participate in the StoryGraph Reads the World…

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Spooky Book Support Club Ep. 3: Night Film 1:48:08

1y ago1:48:08

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This week, we're talking about the horror-mystery-thriller-whatever you classify it as, Night Film! Featuring: us trying to figure out what the heck the ending means! Apologies for extraneous background noise/uneven audio, but we were so excited to record this episode and we hope that you'll be excited to listen anyway!…

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