Paper Cranes & Pages

Chapter 11: Sayonara Summer 2025

In this episode, Rae and Amanda reflect on their busy summer filled with travel, family visits, and reading. They share their favorite books from the summer, discuss their frustrations with parenting, and look ahead to their fall TBR lists. The conversation is light-hearted and filled with personal anecdotes, making it relatable for listeners who enjoy books and life updates.

Chapter 10: Ramblings and Rantings

In this cozy and chaotic episode, Rae and Amanda discuss their summer experiences, family updates, and delve into various book-related topics. They explore surprising reads, the impact of book assignments, and the significance of plot twists in literature. The conversation also touches on book covers, genre mashups, and their preferences when visiting bookstores. They engage in a fun 'Would You Rather' segment focused on bookish dilemmas, share their page and rage moments about recent reads, and provide insights into writing and publishing. The episode wraps up with reflections on their reading journeys and future plans.

Chapter 8: Fantastical Foods From Fantasy Worlds

In this episode of Paper, Cranes, and Pages, hosts Raeanne and Amanda explore the delightful intersection of food and literature. They discuss various books that evoke hunger, share culinary inspirations from fantasy worlds, and reflect on the art of food descriptions in writing. The conversation also touches on foraging, the ethics of eating in fiction, and the mythical foods from stories, culminating in a light-hearted segment about their current reads and personal experiences with food.

Chapter 9: Books That Built Us

In this episode of Paper Cranes and Pages, hosts Raeanne and Amanda dive into the books that shaped their identities as readers. They reflect on their childhood favorites, the influence of teachers, and the nostalgia tied to their early reading experiences. The conversation transitions into their teenage years, discussing literary crushes and the impact of fan fiction.

Chapter 7: Summer Reading Kickoff

In this episode of Paper Cranes and Pages, Rae and Amanda dive into the world of summer reads, discussing what makes a great beach book, their personal favorites, and the emotional connections that enhance the reading experience.