Beyond The Pages with Dr. K

A Story of Art, Illness, and the Power of Being Seen

As we wrap up this season of the podcast, Reel by Kennedy Ryan asks us to remember who we are, as we pursue the things that set our soul on fire!

The Very Secret Society of Irregular Witches — A Magical Tale of Belonging and Found Family

In this episode of Beyond the Pages with Dr. K, we explore The Very Secret Society of Irregular Witches by Sangu Mandanna, a heartwarming and magical story that reminds us of the beauty of belonging, love, and found family. Join Dr. K as she reflects on themes of kindness, community, and what it truly means to feel at home. 🌙✨📚

MAAME: exploring grief, expectations, and the journey of becoming

In this episode, Dr. K takes a deeper dive into a book that brought up so many thoughts and feelings, leading to deep reflection. MAAME by Jessica George. Join us as we go beyond the pages to discuss topics of grief, expectations and the art of becoming.

The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo: A Story of Identity, Ambition and Love

In this episode of Beyond the Pages with Dr. K, we dive into Taylor Jenkins Reid’s bestselling novel The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo : a story of ambition, identity, and the many forms of love. Dr. K unpacks the hidden costs of fame, the complexities of queer love in Hollywood, and the lessons we learn through the journeys of Evelyn and Monique. From bold ambition to self-discovery, this episode invites you to reflect on your own relationships, choices, and the moments where you might need to “Evelyn Hugo” yourself to step into the world boldly and claim what you truly want.

Seven Days in June: A story that stayed with me

Tia Williams’ Seven Days in June was a page-turner. I can’t remember if it actually took me seven days to finish, but I do know I savored every page. It’s one of those stories that lingers, not because it’s light and fluffy, but because it’s layered, bold, intimate, and incredibly real.