136: The Mid-May Book Chat

146: Why My Kids Love Reading

This week is a special episode of the podcast because I’m joined by my favorite guests—my kids! We’re chatting about their favorite books, the stories they recommend most, and what they love about reading. They also share how becoming strong readers has helped them in school, built their confidence, and opened the door to new interests. Whether you're raising readers, looking for book recommendations for kids, or simply curious to hear their perspective, this fun and candid conversation is packed with insights, laughs, and plenty of book talk. 8 yo old book recs Big Nate Dragon Master series Guts, Smile, Sisters 11 yo old book recs Percy Jackson Harry Potter 13 yo book recs I Survived books The Hunger Games Lynn Painter's YA 16 yo book recs Love & Gelato series The Naturals The Inheritance Games

145: What I'm Loving

It's time for another What I'm Loving episode! This month, I'm sharing everything that's been bringing me joy lately—from what I'm reading and watching to a few things making everyday life a little brighter. We chat about the World Cup excitement taking over our house, my thoughts on reading The Calamity Club, and some behind-the-scenes updates, including why the podcast will be taking a short break in July. As always, this episode feels like catching up with a friend, and I'm so glad you're here. What I'm Loving Categories: What I'm Watching What I'm Reading What I'm Eating What I'm Doing More Of What I'm Buying What I'm Looking Forward To

144: Whistler, Jimmy, and Adult Bevs

It's that time again for our mid-month check in! This episode was fun to record because I was coming off the high of seeing Jimmy Eat World (for the first time!) at the Red Rocks Amphitheater. The show was one I'll remember all my life! We then pivoted to my new "adult bevs" group on Instagram, book world news, my thoughts on Whistler, and a few other books I'm currently reading.

143: Chat with Courtney Walsh

This week on the podcast, I’m joined by one of my longtime favorite authors and humans, Courtney Walsh, to talk about her uplifting new novel, Brighter Than Before. We chat about second chances, found family, reinvention in your forties, and the courage it takes to become who you really are. Courtney’s books always leave me feeling hopeful, and it’s always such a joy catching up with her about writing, life, and everything in between. Website: https://courtneywalshwrites.com/ IG: @courtneywalsh

142: May Books

May was a busy reading month filled with a few highlights, some disappointments, and plenty to discuss. In this episode, I'm breaking down every book I finished, sharing what stood out, what fell flat, and which stories are still lingering in my mind. I kept things as spoiler-free as possible but did warn you that I talk more about the plot issues I had in Life, and Death, and Giants, but I warn you! Hope you had a wonderful month and I can't wait to see what we read in June! Favorites: 🎧 Five  ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️💫 🎧 Down with the Shipmans ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ The Top of the World ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Really Liked 🎧 Both Can Be True ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ 🎧 A Sociopath’s Guide to a Successful Marriage ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ 🎧 Villa Coco ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ 🎧 The Borrowed Life of Frederick Fife ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ 🎧 The Forgotten Midwife ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ 🎧 Cover Story ⭐️⭐️⭐️💫 Just Okay 🎧 Good at Being Alive ⭐️⭐️⭐️💫 Habits of the Sea ⭐️⭐️⭐️ 🎧 The Summer Share ⭐️⭐️⭐️ 🎧 The Island Club ⭐️⭐️⭐️ 🎧 Austenland ⭐️⭐️⭐️ 🎧 The Midnight Train ⭐️⭐️⭐️ Meh 🎧 Wasp’s Nest ⭐️⭐️💫 🎧 Take Me With You ⭐️⭐️💫 🎧 Life, and Death, and Giants ⭐️⭐️💫 The Half Life DNF @50%