Best Tbr List Podcasts (2024)

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Ep 442: Your TBR is not a to-do list 54:21

10d ago54:21

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Readers, we have celebrated birthday milestones here on the podcast before, and today Anne is talking with a guest who designed the ultimate book party for her recent 50th birthday. Kelly Davis lives in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania, where she works for her alma mater and enjoys caring for her garden and listening to audiobooks. For Kelly's recent…

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Life as an American in the Middle East: Challenges and Connections with Author Catherine W Rouhana 26:58

7h ago26:58

26:58

My guest today on the Online for Authors podcast is Catherine W Rouhana, author of the book When the Fudge Trees Bloom. Cathy grew up in the ’50s and ‘60s in a three-bedroom row house in Baltimore, Maryland. She was the second of ten children, seven girls, and three boys. Yikes! You might say. Somewhat cramped? Well, yes, in retrospect. But childre…

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"Six Scorched Roses" - Is it a Kissing Novella? 58:36

3h ago58:36

58:36

Send us a text Ever wondered how book bans impact the genres we love, particularly romance and romantasy? This week on "Of Swords and Soulmates," we begin with a light-hearted mix-up about Jonathan's podcast persona, JP. Then, we're thrilled to share the latest buzz from the romanticist book world, spotlighting Katie Roberts' stunning opus collecti…

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Ep 444: Our team's best books of summer 1:12:24

3h ago1:12:24

1:12:24

Today we're back with the 2024 installment of our popular summer reading roundup, where members of our team pair up to talk about their favorite summer reads. You'll hear our team in conversation today, exploring our summer reading experiences and the titles we can't stop talking about. Around here we talk books all year round, but episodes like th…

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Friendship Tested by Hidden Truths: Sleepy Hollow Secrets Revealed with Author Barbara Dullaghan 23:56

1h ago23:56

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My guest today on the Online for Authors podcast is Barbara Dullaghan, author of the book, Secrets in the Hollow. Barbara Dullaghan grew up in Sleepy Hollow and Tarrytown and is enthralled with the magic and energy of the towns. She is published in gifted education with Kendall Hunt and Prufrock Press and her short stories and poetry can be found i…

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August Q&A: Inbox Zero, Big Projects, Working Speed, Mindfulness, and More! EP: 213 29:17

2h ago29:17

29:17

It's August's Q&A episode! Join Sarah as she tackles listener questions and comments. Topics include: - an inbox zero success story - approaching nebulous//large projects such as book writing - what does it mean to "work faster" compared to others - thoughts on the Organize 365 Sunday Basket system (Sarah has one!) - teaching planning and organizin…

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The Crown and the Chaos: A Tale of Intrigue with Author Catherine Butterfield 34:56

16h ago34:56

34:56

My guest today on the Online for Authors podcast is Catherine Butterfield, author of the book, The Serpent and the Rose. Catherine was born in Manhattan but raised primarily in Minnesota and Massachusetts. (The Three M's) She was a skinny kid with miserable allergies and spent most of her youth indoors reading books. Her two biggest influences at t…

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Surviving the Unknown: A Pandemic Refugee's Journey with Author Joel David Bond 31:06

6h ago31:06

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My guest today on the Online for Authors podcast is Joel David Bond, author of the book As Large As Your Spirit: A Reverse Refugee Memoir. A born explorer, Joel has spent over two decades living and working around the world, from farm work in Italian vineyards to jet-setting as a London-based flight attendant. His recent work in Iraqi Kurdistan bui…

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Ep 443: Backlist picks for immediate library hold gratification 1:00:14

9d ago1:00:14

1:00:14

A limited reading selection often leads to delightful serendipity, and today Anne's chatting with a guest who has had just that experience. Rachel Elaine Martens and her family recently lived in Budapest for a year. During this time, Rachel Elaine had access to her U.S. library's virtual collection, but she also made use of a small shelf of left-be…

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Mixed Bag: PTO Tracking, Post-Vacation Analysis + 2025 Planner Preview (Hobonichi + More) EP 212 26:58

9d ago26:58

26:58

It's a Mixed Bag ep! Topics covered: 1- PTO Spreadsheet - inspired by my friend Kae (gratefulkae.com) 2- Vacation Postmortem! Consider doing a post-trip analysis with a partner. Can also extend to other home areas (summer, a school year, a holiday season, etc!) 3- Two upcoming books I’m excited about - Kendra Adachi’s The Plan and Oliver Burkeman’s…

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"The Audient and the Phantom Night" - Fated Mates on the High Seas 59:02

12d ago59:02

59:02

Send us a Text Message. Ready to uncover the latest buzz in the fantasy and romance book world? This episode of "Of Swords and Soulmates" promises a treasure trove of updates and discussions that you won't want to miss. We kick off with the exhilarating news that Moira Wally Beckett, the mastermind behind "Anne with an E" and "Breaking Bad," is set…

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Divine Crossroads: A Christian Thriller Romance with Author Dani Pettrey 25:15

6h ago25:15

25:15

My guest today on the Online for Authors podcast is Dani Pettrey, author of the book One Wrong Move. Dani has sold nearly 800,000 copies of her novels to readers eagerly awaiting the next release. Dani combines the page-turning adrenaline of a thriller with the chemistry and happy-ever-after of a romance. Her novels stand out for their "wicked pace…

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Quintile 4 + Q&A Deep Dive: Sticking to Your Plan EP 211 24:20

8d ago24:20

24:20

Today's episode features a discussion of all things related to Quintile 4, the season after summer! Sarah features some back to school discussion, but there she also addresses some non-school-related shifts in the season as well as future planning to think about. Then, she dives into a listener query about sticking to plans -- how do you stick to y…

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Pages of Love: A Writer and Bookseller Dream Big with Author Maryann McFadden 28:18

3d ago28:18

28:18

Today, Online for Authors will be hosted by an amazing guest host, Carole O’Neill. Her guest is Maryann McFadden, author of the book The Book Lover. In 2007 Maryann McFadden “won the literary lottery” according to writing blogs when her previously self-published novel, The Richest Season, sold at auction to Hyperion Books. It became a Target Breako…

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Secrets and Lies: Your Biggest Mistakes Do Not Define You with Patti Frye Meredith 28:59

7d ago28:59

28:59

My guest today on the Online for Authors podcast is Patti Frye Meredith, author of the book South of Heaven. Patti’s debut novel came out late in life and for her, that's right on time. She could not be happier. She grew up in Galax, Virginia. Most of her stories are set in her beloved Blue Ridge Mountains, but South of Heaven takes place in the No…

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Ep 441: Lucy Foley talks secrets, lies, murder, and mystery writing 55:08

22d ago55:08

55:08

Today we're excited to share Anne's recent conversation with author Lucy Foley, from a live event hosted by Carmichael's Bookstore in Louisville, Kentucky. In today's show, Anne and Lucy kick things off by discussing Lucy's new revenge thriller The Midnight Feast and the real-life places and trips that inspired its atmospheric setting. Lucy also sh…

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You Only Die Once: Mortality, Planning, and So Much More with Jodi Wellman EP 210 42:57

17d ago42:57

42:57

In today's episode, Sarah interviews Jodi Wellman on her work on mortality and how the concept of death / our finite lives can inspire living a life with vitality, meaning, and -- for lack of a better term, more "aliveness." Jodi holds a Masters in Applied Positive Psychology and spent years exploring and applying these tough topics to help others …

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Unlocking Your Author Potential: Essential Business Strategies with Author Leigh Shulman 25:57

10d ago25:57

25:57

My guest today on the Online for Authors podcast is Leigh Shulman, author of the book The Writer's Roadmap. Leigh is a writer and writing mentor with two decades of experience under her belt. She founded The Inspired Writer Community, an online mentoring community for writers at any stage in their writing lives. Her bestselling book The Writer's Ro…

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"The Spellshop" - A Book Girl and a Talking Plant 58:51

28d ago58:51

58:51

Send us a text This week on Swords and Soulmates, Mari, Kelly, Ashley, and Jonathan discuss the potential opening of "The New Romantics," Orlando's first romance-exclusive bookstore. We share our excitement and concerns regarding the rise of niche bookshops, the challenges of securing traditional loans, and the growth of crowdfunding. Join us as we…

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The Voice Behind the Story: Meet Traci Odom, A Talented Audiobook Narrator 38:40

18d ago38:40

38:40

My guest today on the Online for Authors podcast is Traci Odom, an audiobook narrator and voice-artist who is going to chat with us about audiobook production – where to find a narrator, how to pick the right one for your project, the timeline for production, and her experiences when creating audio for authors. Traci, an American-born actor and voi…

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Ep 440: Anne's midyear reading check-in 54:49

1M ago54:49

54:49

With the year just over half way through, Anne is stepping back to see how her reading year is going. Today, she and Shannan Malone are doing a little midyear check-in to see how this year has been going so far reading-wise, and what they are most excited about in the coming months. They consider whether they're actually reading what they want to b…

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Best Laid Plans Academy: Honing Your Planning Systems at Every Level EP 209 23:53

19d ago23:53

23:53

In today's episode, Sarah discusses her flagship planning course, Best Laid Plans Academy, as she prepares the launch the fourth round (the first in 2024!). She discusses takeaways from prior rounds, why this material works in a course format, and shares the course topics and logistics. To learn more, visit theshubox.com/courses; signup information…

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Mid-Year Book Wrap-Up 37:21

27d ago37:21

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Send us a Text Message. Welcome back to "Of Swords and Soulmates," where we embark on an exhilarating journey through the "Mid-Year Freak-Out Book Tag" questions! Alongside Kelly, Jonathan, Ashley, and Mari, we explore our top reads so far in 2024, including "The Wolf Gone Wild" by Juliet Cross and Becky Chambers' "A Psalm for the Wild-Built." Our …

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The Untold Story of John Ridge: A Real Cherokee Hero with Author Leslie K Simmons 44:08

22d ago44:08

44:08

My guest today on the Online for Authors podcast is Leslie K Simmons, author of the book Red Clay, Running Waters. Leslie K. Simmons writes about extraordinary people at the center of crucial turning points in American history. She is particularly fascinated by outliers and the lesser known (but no less incredible) stories that slip through history…

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Ep 439: How many book clubs is too many book clubs? 57:07

1M ago57:07

57:07

In today's episode from the WSIRN vault, Anne is sharing her very first podcast conversation with Brigid Misselhorn. Like so many of our guests, Brigid came to the show through our WSIRN guest submission form. But these days she works on our team as our MMD Book Club Community Administrator. This is fitting, because as you’ll hear in today’s episod…

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July Q&A: Planner Peace x 2, Task Management on Paper, Notetaking, and More! EP 208 35:31

23d ago35:31

35:31

In today's episode, Sarah answers questions sent in the last month! First, she opens with two Planner Peace submissions. Then, she answers questions on task management on paper, email management (how long does it REALLY take to clear an inbox?), handling major schedule changes in an already complicated life, and notetaking. Keep your questions comi…

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"Ivy & Bone" - Witches, Devils, and Emotional Journeys 1:04:00

27d ago1:04:00

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Send us a Text Message. This episode kicks off with thrilling news from the Fabled Fantasy event in Orlando and their innovative app that helps attendees navigate schedules and panels. Plus, discover the stunning special edition release of Naomi Novik's Scholomance series from Fairy Loot, complete with redesigned covers and exclusive artwork. Then,…

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Badass Women: International Tales of Suspense with Author Lya Badgley 32:07

29d ago32:07

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My guest today on the Online for Authors podcast is Lya Badgley, author of the book The Worth of a Ruby. Lya was born in Yangon, Myanmar. The child of Montana parents – a political scientist and an artist – she grew up in a household that encouraged critical thinking and creativity. After dabbling in retail management, Lya moved to the Pacific Nort…

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Ep 438: Life is short & my TBR is way too long 50:34

28d ago50:34

50:34

Today we're excited to continue our mid-summer series featuring our team members! Learning more about our team members and who shares your tastes may help you identify some good books in a way that might not land on your radar otherwise. We hope you love this conversation. Anne is revisiting her very first conversation with Alabama reader Shannan M…

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Planners, Goals, and Fun with MakseLife Founder Sierra Friend EP 207 42:50

2M ago42:50

42:50

In today's episode, Sarah interviews Sierra Friend, creator and head of MakseLife, a major player in the planner universe today! She discusses how her line of planners came to be, what sets them apart in the market, her thoughts on goal setting, and much more! Teen planning printable discussed in the episode (free!): https://makselife.com/collectio…

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SPOILERS!!! Fourth Wing & Iron Flame Ramblings 36:10

2M ago36:10

36:10

SPOILERS!!! AshleyDannie wanted to talk Fourth Wing and Iron Flame with spoilers or don't listen if you don't want to hear things that happen! If you have read them - join Ashley as she gives her thoughts on the books! Follow AshleyDannie on Instagram, Facebook, Tiktok & now Youtube. Her handle for all is @byashleydannie. Follow AshleyDannie on Goo…

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Trapped in the Flames: A Suspenseful Forest Fire Thriller by Author Rebecca Hodge 22:28

1M ago22:28

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My guest today on the Online for Authors podcast is Rebecca Hodge, author of the book Wildland. Rebecca is a former veterinarian and clinical research scientist who lives and writes in North Carolina. Her novels WILDLAND and OVER THE FALLS both place memorable characters in situations filled with suspense. She has three grown sons, one crazy dog, a…

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Ep 437: An epic birthday bookstore roadtrip 52:26

1M ago52:26

52:26

Welcome back to our July series brought to you by the What Should I Read Next? time machine. This month, we're going back in our archives to share episodes with four of our team members. When these episodes were originally recorded, no one involved had any idea that these readers would be on our team eventually, so it's especially fun to re-listen …

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Summer Reading: Reading Habits, TBR Lists, Paper vs Digital, and Favorites of 2024 (so far!) EP206 26:15

2M ago26:15

26:15

In today's episode, Sarah talks all about one of her favorite hobbies -- reading! She discusses her own reading journey over the years and then talks about the practical side: reading routines, to-be-read list management, library holds, physical vs digital, abandoning books, and more! Finally, she shares her top 10 books (so far) in 2024! Detailed …

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Bookology: A Guide to Reading and Notebooking with Stephanie Affinito 32:10

1M ago32:10

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My guest today on the Online for Authors podcast is Bookologist Stephanie Affinito of A Lit Life. She’s going to chat with us about a new concept called Bookology, which is the study of books and reading and notebooks and writing, mixed with mindfulness and creativity to bring you restorative reading and writing. Stephanie states on her website tha…

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My Lake House - Summer Roots: A Reading by AshleyDannie 11:55

2M ago11:55

11:55

AshleyDannie is wearing her heart on her sleeve in this episode. She is doing a reading of her own work today. Enjoy! Follow AshleyDannie on Instagram, Facebook, & Tiktok. Her handle for all is @byashleydannie. Follow AshleyDannie on GoodReads: https://www.goodreads.com/ashleydannie Want to read her work more? Go to byashleydannie.wordpress.com! Wa…

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"Wolf Gone Wild" - Which witch with what werewolf? 59:02

1M ago59:02

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Send us a Text Message. What if we told you that you could experience a whirlwind of bookish excitement in just one episode? We promise you'll be on the edge of your seat with the latest announcements, including the hotly anticipated dates for PolyCon 2025 and insights into the extraordinary line-up of authors attending, such as Carissa Broadbent a…

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Embracing Life: My Disability Journey with Author Jennifer Gasner 32:50

1M ago32:50

32:50

My guest today on the Online for Authors podcast is Jennifer Gasner, author of the book, My Unexpected Life: Finding Balance Beyond My Diagnosis. Jennifer received her BA in English from the University of Wisconsin-Platteville and her MS in recreation from Western Illinois University. Her work with Independent Living Centers enabled her to learn ab…

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Ep 436: The reality of bookworm problems 36:42

2M ago36:42

36:42

Today we are kicking off a summer series from the What Should I Read Next? archives: we're sharing the first episodes and sometimes the very first conversations Anne had with readers that are now members of our team. Many of you know our team members by name, and you have a good sense of their reading tastes, too. But we also know that many of you …

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July 1 is the New January 1? Your Virtual Midyear Retreat EP 205 21:52

2M ago21:52

21:52

In today's episode, Sarah shares 10 questions to help you think through the rest of 2024! Sit back, grab a notebook and your favorite pens, and plan along with her -- or do a whole day of planning and dreaming at your own DIY retreat! Either way, this episode will get you inspired for your July 1st fresh start. BOBW Midyear Check In Ep: https://lau…

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Typical Summer Book Formulas - Writing Style 18:19

2M ago18:19

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Did you ever notice books have a formula to them? Listen while Ashley breaks down what she notices is a very popular summer book formula for the story. Follow AshleyDannie on Instagram, Facebook, & Tiktok. Her handle for all is @byashleydannie. Follow AshleyDannie on GoodReads: https://www.goodreads.com/ashleydannie Want to read her work? Go to bya…

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Jesse Q. Sutanto's VERA WONG'S UNSOLICITED ADVICE FOR MURDERERS - June 2024 Book Club 35:22

2M ago35:22

35:22

Are you looking for a cozy mystery with a lot of spilled tea? Be sure to join us as we read and discuss Jesse Q. Sutanto’s Vera Wong's Unsolicited Advice for Murderers (Bookshop.org | Libro.fm) as our June 2024 book club pick! This cozy mystery is a perfect summer read that will warm your heart despite the dead body at its center. We're continuing …

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Broken Bones and Betrayal: A Medical Thriller by Orthopedic Trauma Author Thomas Kelso 31:51

2M ago31:51

31:51

My guest today on the Online for Authors podcast is Thomas Kelso, author of the book Fractured. Tom is a physician who also holds a Ph.D. from Washington State University School of Veterinary Medicine. He earned his medical degree from the University of Maryland School of Medicine. Following medical school Dr. Kelso completed his residency in ortho…

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Thoughts on Time Block Planning EP 204 24:53

2M ago24:53

24:53

In today's episode, Sarah shares thoughts on Time Block planning, a method suggested by Cal Newport, among others. She names pros, cons, and shares her own approach. She also discusses her recent decision to entirely eliminate Reddit scrolling from her life. Resources: Episode that inspired today's Time Block Planning Discussion is here: https://ww…

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2024 Summer TBR List 21:47

2M ago21:47

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AshleyDannie has an interesting TBR list this summer. Check it out! Follow AshleyDannie on Instagram, Facebook, & Tiktok. Her handle for all is @byashleydannie. Follow AshleyDannie on GoodReads: https://www.goodreads.com/ashleydannie Want to read her work? Go to byashleydannie.wordpress.com! Want to get some great ByAshleyDannie Merch? Go to: https…

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