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Welcome to Where I Left Off, a bookish podcast. I'm your host, Kristen Bahls. Join me to hear my recommendations of a mix of young adult, new adult, romance, mystery, and thriller novels. In each episode, I dive into the intricate worlds crafted by talented authors, exploring the characters, plots, and the emotions that make you want to throw your television out the window, because we both know the book is always better than the movie. Whether you carry a book everywhere you go and already h ...
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Send us a text Thanks to author Aliah Wright for joining me to talk about her fiction debut thriller, Now You Owe Me. We talk about the book, all things Corinthia, Ben, Amanda, and Fiona, and the writing process. We cover everything from publishing to tips on building suspense throughout the book. Keep up with Aliah: Purchase Now You Owe Me Follow …
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Reading Recap 2 - Ali Hazelwood, Emily Henry, Lauren Roberts and more!
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Send us a text For the second reading recap, I'm talking all about romance novels, with one fantasy in the mix. Hear my opinions and a short synopsis of each book over the course of the episode. Sorry in advance for the new titles you'll be adding to your TBR. Reading Rec: This week's rec is from Davina Reddic. Find the book here. Follow Davina on …
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Send us a text USA Today best-selling author Jessica Joyce joins me to talk about her latest release, The Ex-Vows, a contemporary romance. We cover the book, her publishing journey, writing process, and much more! Find Jessica's books: The Ex-Vows You With a View A Risk Worth Taking Follow Jessica: Instagram Threads Newsletter Website For links to …
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I Just Want To Be Yours with Author Heather Garvin
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Send us a text Thanks to Heather Garvin for joining to me talk about the release of her New Adult Romance novel I Just Want to Be Yours. Read Heather's Books: I Just Want to Be Yours (Signed Edition) - Available 9/20 - On KU Just Don't Call Me Yours - On KU Crossing the Line (Signed Edition) - On KU Make Your Move (Signed Edition) - On KU Follow He…
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Taking the Cake with Author Natalia Williams
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Send us a text Thanks to contemporary romance author Natalia Williams for talking to me about her debut novel, Taking the Cake. Hear about this adorable story and a sneak peek at her upcoming book Two to Tango. If you want to hear us laugh, talk all things Gray and Sabrina, and Glenn Powell, then this episode is for you. More from Natalia: Buy Taki…
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The Awakening: What Lies Inside with Author Davina Reddic
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Send us a text Debut thriller author Davina Reddic talks to me about her novel The Awakening: What Lies Inside. Read The Awakening: What Lies Inside. Davina's website (with newsletter sign up). Davina's Instagram For links to the books discussed in this episode, click the link here to take you to the Google Doc to view the list. For episode feedbac…
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Romance Spotlight with Author Cindy Steel
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Send us a text In this episode, author Cindy Steel joins me to talk about three books from her backlist, The One with the Kiss Cam, Faking Christmas, and That Fine Line. We cover her body of work, her WIP, her latest release Rebel Summer, and so much more. Cindy's closed door romance novels are filled with banter, fun, and will have you saying,"jus…
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Common Grounds with Author Allie Samberts
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Send us a text Author Allie Samberts is back to talk about her latest standalone contemporary romance release Common Grounds. Keep up with Allie: Purchase Common Grounds (available on KU). Check out her website. Follow her on Instagram. For links to the books discussed in this episode, click the link here to take you to the Google Doc to view the l…
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Reading Recap 1 - Riley Sager, Katherine Center, Christina Lauren and more!
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Send us a text This is the first episode in the Reading Recap series, formally known as Recently Read and Currently reading. I give you a spoiler free rundown of the books I've been reading which are a mix of the thriller, romance, and climate fiction genres. This week's reading rec is from Natalia Williams, author of Taking the Cake. Follow Natali…
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Send us a text Ever wondered what it takes to turn a Bookstagram passion into an indie romance bookstore? Staci Hicks, owner of Romancelandia, an online bookstore, shares her journey and we get to chat about our love of indie authors! Find your next book at Romancelandia. Follow Romancelandia on Instagram. For links to the books discussed in this e…
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Learning to Swim with Author Shayla Dugan
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Send us a text Thanks to author Shayla Dugan for joining me to talk about her debut novel, Learning to Swim. In today's episode we discuss the book, her writing process, how she found her publisher, and more! To stay in touch with Shayla: Purchase Learning to Swim Website Instagram For links to the books discussed in this episode, click the link he…
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Paging Dr. Hart with Author Dr. Melissa Dymond
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Send us a text Thank you to Dr. Melissa Dymond for joining me to talk about her latest medical romance with suspense release, Paging Dr. Hart. Read Paging Dr. Hart (The paperbacks are available now, but will be on Kindle Unlimited on June 17th): Spicy Version Sweet Version Follow Melissa on Instagram - @melissadymondauthor Keep up with her new rele…
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Betrothal or Breakaway with Author Leah Brunner
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Send us a text Thanks to author Leah Brunner for joining me to talk about her latest release in the DC Eagles series, Betrothal or Breakaway. Order your copy of Betrothal or Breakaway Leah's website Join Leah's Facebook group Follow Leah on Instagram For links to the books discussed in this episode, click the link here to take you to the Google Doc…
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Better Must Come with Author Desmond Hall
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Send us a text This week on Where I Left Off - A Bookish Podcast, Author Desmond Hall joins me to talk about his new YA thriller Better Must Come, which releases June 4th. Better Must Come by Desmond Hall Your Corner Dark by Desmond Hall Desmond's website Desmond's Instagram For links to the books discussed in this episode, click the link here to g…
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The Trouble with Love and Ink with Author Harriet Ashford and Sarah Blair
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Send us a text Author Harriet Ashford and author Sarah Blair joined me for this episode all about Harriet's new contemporary rom-com release, The Trouble with Love and Ink. More from Harriet and Sarah: The Trouble with Love and Ink by Harriet Ashford Harriet's website Harriet's newsletter Harriet's Instagram Tides of Darkness Series by Sarah Blair …
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Tides of Darkness with Author Sarah Blair
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Send us a text Sarah's Website Darkness Loves Company by Sarah Blair - Prequel Darkness Shifting by Sarah Blair - Book One Air and Darkness by Sarah Blair - Book Two Books in this episode: Butcher and Blackbird by Brynn Weaver Airhead by Meg Cabot Enchanted to Meet You by Meg Cabot The Launch Party by Lauren Forey The Trouble with Love and Ink by H…
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Past Present Future with Author Rachel Lynn Solomon
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Send us a text A big thank you to New York Times and USA Today bestselling author Rachel Lynn Solomon for joining me to talk about her upcoming Young Adult release, Past Present Future, which is the sequel to Today Tonight Tomorrow. The book releases June 4th, but pre-orders are currently available! Follow Rachel: Past Present Future - Barnes and N…
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Send us a text Reading Rec: Taking the Cake by Natalia Williams Follow Natalia on Instagram @nw.writes Books discussed in this episode: Never Lie by Freida McFadden Business or Pleasure by Rachel Lynn Solomon That First Moment by Stefanie K. Steck One by One by Freida McFadden Today Tonight Tomorrow by Rachel Lynn Solomon The Heiress by Rachel Hawk…
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Bride by Ali Hazelwood Deep Dive with Paige Woodrow
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Send us a text Paige from @lostinthepaigeofabook joins me to talk about Bride, and we might go on a few tangents along the way. Reading Rec: Frankie from @hyperunfocus Reading Rec is The Seven Year Slip. Dr. Melissa Dymond's rec was The Holiday Star (sweet version, spicy version). Submit a Reading Rec for the chance to hear your voice on an episode…
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Send us a text In this episode of Where I Left Off, I am talking about some thrillers and romance novels I finished recently. Reading Recs segment: For a chance to be featured in a future Reading Recs, fill out the Google Form here. Dr. Melissa Dymond is our first guest, and if you want to purchase her book and connect with her, check out the links…
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The Write Choice with Author Allie Samberts
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Send us a text In this episode of Where I Left Off - A Bookish Podcast, I sit down with author Allie Samberts to talk about her newest book The Write Choice. We cover all things Leade Park, some sneak peeks on the novel she's writing, Common Grounds, and even dive into the writing and publishing process. Keep up with Allie: Instagram & Threads - @a…
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Ghosted by Sarah Ready Deep Dive with Paige Woodrow
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Send us a text On this episode of Where I Left Off - A Bookish Podcast, host Kristen Bahls and guest co-host Paige Woodrow discuss the book Ghosted by Sarah Ready. Sisterhood of the Traveling Books Program: Follow Paige @Lostinthepaigeofabook Join by filling out the Google Form Books mentioned: You Shouldn't Have Come Here by Jeneva Rose Switched b…
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Send us a text On this week's episode of Where I Left Off - A Bookish Podcast, I recommend romance novels to get you in the Valentine's spirit. This is the Valentine's Day special, so there won't be any thrillers mentioned in this episode. Don't forget to check your local library first to find any of the titles talked about. Newsletters: Alexa Mart…
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Love Theoretically and an Ali Hazelwood Deep Dive with Paige Woodrow
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Send us a text Join me and guest Paige Woodrow as we do a deep dive on Ali Hazelwood's novel Love Theoretically. Warning - this episode contains spoilers of several Hazelwood books. More from Paige @lostinthepaigeofabook: Instagram Book Besties Program Novels discussed - Ali Hazelwood: Love Theoretically The Love Hypothesis Love on the Brain Loathe…
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Send us a text On this episode of Where I Left Off, A Bookish Podcast, I'm going into part two of what I'm currently reading. I simply couldn't fit all the books in one episode. The list is romance heavy, so if you're TBR needed more in the genre, I've got you covered. If you're looking for a quick read, Amazon collaborated with several best-sellin…
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Send us a text Today on Where I Left Off, a bookish podcast, I'm revealing what I've been reading lately from thrillers to romance novels. Pick up one of these books and find your next great read and enjoy my plot summaries to see which you'll try first. I record episodes ahead of time, so if you hear me reference my old name The Overdressed Teache…
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Send us a text Inspired by Niah Freed, @NovelNiah's, idea If You Didn't Like This, You'll Like This, in this episode, we're talking about If You Like This, Try This - Book Edition. What can I say? I'm an optimist. If you tend to read stand alone books that don't belong to a series, but don't want to give up on the same trope or overall feeling, try…
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Part Two : The Bookish Guide to 2024 New Releases
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Send us a text If you're like me, you're already planning how many of your auto-buy authors' latest novels will fit on your bookshelf. To get insight on the plot's of the latest novels releasing in 2024, take a listen to hear about all your favorite romance authors from Ali Hazelwood and Jessica Joyce to B.K. Borison. If you missed part one, listen…
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Part One: The Bookish Guide to 2024 New Releases
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Send us a text Ready for a look at the thrilling world of upcoming book releases for 2024? Hold on to your bookmarks because I'm taking you on a rollercoaster ride through the latest novels in mystery, thriller, and romance, sprinkling insider sneak peeks and predictions along the way. From dissecting plot synopses to pre-order tips, this episode g…
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Send us a text Welcome to The Overdressed Teachers podcast! In this special author spotlight episode, we dive deep into the enchanting world of bestselling romance author Katherine Center. Join me as I share my personal ranking of her novels and explore the magic that has captivated readers worldwide. Katherine Center has woven tales of love, resil…
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Send us a text Ever been surprised by the book that caught your interest? I’ve been there! Once a die-hard fan of mystery and thriller novels, I, found myself unexpectedly charmed by the world of romance books. Tune in as I walk you through what I've been reading. If you're looking for your next romance novel, I have some ideas. And for all my fell…
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