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We're popping in to let you know that we are taking a summer break! We will be back with new episodes in September. We couldn't record an episode without talking about some books though- we each share books we're taking on vacation this next month. See you soon!Books discussed:Tom Lake by Ann PatchettFamily Lore by Elizabeth AcevedoThe Guest by Emma ClineMy Murder by Katie WilliamsThe Blonde Identity Ally CarterFellowship Point by Alice Elliot DarkFollow us on Instagram: @andherbookspod 

This week, Gabi and Megan chat about how they plan out their TBR list, people their go-to recommendation sources, and books they're excited to read this summer!Follow us on Instagram: @andherbookspod

We did not have a new episode last week because of the holiday weekend, but we are back this week with a back pocket favorites episode! In this series, Gabi and Megan each bring 3 back pocket recommendations to the episode- anything from skincare, fashion, food, or other random items they are currently obsessed with! They finish the episode with their back pocket book recommendations.Gabi's Picks:Outdoor Voices exercise setsTomaTruffle cheese by Point Reyes Sexy vs Unsexy Rec: Ruffled bodysuit / Lacie external hard drive Megan's Picks:Baggu Reusable BagsBirkenstock Arizona EVA SandalsKale Caeser Salad | Sanders Dark Chocolate Salted Caramels Book Recommendations:Gabi's Pick: Summer Darlings by Brooke Lea FosterMegan's Pick: Olga Dies Dreaming by Xochitl Gonzalez Follow us on Instagram: @andherbookspod 

This week Gabi and Megan chat with Aisha Washington, one of Gabi's in-real-life friends. They talk to Aisha about her book club that has been running for over (11!) years. The three discuss how books bring us together, how their book club has been running for so long, and of course- give lots of recommendations!The Best of Everything by Rona JaffeMrs. Nash's Ashes by Sarah AdlerNotes on Your Sudden Disappearance by Alison Espach Homegoing by Yaa GyasiTomorrow and Tomorrow and Tomorrow by Gabrielle ZevinThe List by Yomi Adegoke A Constellation of Vital Phenomena by Anthony Marra Her Last Flight by Beatrice WilliamsThe Great Alone by Kristin HannahPachinko by Min Jin LeeGreat Circle by Maggie ShipsteadDemon Copperhead by Barbara KingsolverA Place For Us by Fatima Farheen MirzaThe Nickel Boys by Colson WhiteheadYolk by Mary H.K. ChoiOlga Dies Dreaming by Xochitl GonzalezInfinite Country by Patricia EngelKlara and the Sun by Kazuo IshiguroThe Swimmers by Julie OtsukaJoan is Okay by Weike Wang These Impossible Things by Salma El-WardanyFollow us on Instagram: @andherbookspod 

This week Gabi and Megan talk about their anticipated summer releases. They each share 3-4 picks and then 2 picks that they're both excited about.Megan's Picks:Same Time Next Summer by Annabel Monaghan- June 6, 2023Banyan Moon by Thao Thai- June 27, 2023Hello Stranger by Katherine Center- July 11, 2023The Centre by Ayesha Manazir Siddiqi - July 11, 2023Gabi's Picks:Business or Pleasure by Rachel Lynn Solomon- July 4, 2023Vanishing Maps by Cristina Garcia- July 18, 2023The Heaven and Earth Grocery Store by James McBride- August 8, 2023Picks We're Both Excited About:Family Lore by Elizabeth Acevedo- August 1, 2023Tom Lake by Ann Patchett- August 1, 2023Follow us on Instagram: @andherbookspod 

This week, Gabi and Megan discuss three places they would like to visit and the book they would bring to that place! They talk about travel, a few future trips, and the book they're currently reading.Gabi's Picks:Copenhagen + Friends and Strangers by J. Courtney SullivanLisbon + Hurricane Girl by Marcy DermanskyMexico City + Home Reading Service by Fabio Morábito and translated by Curtis BauerMegan's Picks:Ireland- The Rachel Incident by Caroline O'DonoghueNew England- Evvie Drake Starts Over by Linda HolmesJapan- Days at the Morisaki Bookshop by Satoshi YagisawaFollow us on Instagram: @andherbookspod 

This week, Gabi and Megan pick out 5-6 books for each other to read this summer. They discuss books they think the other would like and what they're currently reading!Gabi's Picks for Megan:Eliza Starts a Rumor by Jane L. RosenThe Summer Job by Lizzy DentThis Time Tomorrow by Emma StraubSea of Tranquility by Emily St. John MandelHeartbroke by Chelsea BiekerOne Italian Summer by Rebecca SerleJust By Looking at Him by Ryan O'Connell Megan's Picks for Gabi:They're Going to Love You by Meg HowreyGhosts by Dolly AldertonStone Cold Fox by Rachel Koller Croft These Impossible Things by Salma El-WardanyUnlikely Animals Annie Hartnett Homegoing by Yaa GyasiTomorrow and Tomorrow and Tomorrow by Gabrielle ZevinSignal Fires by Dani ShapiroFollow us on Instagram: @andherbookspod 

This week, Gabi and Megan discuss books that are popular: what their friends are reading and the buzzy books of bookstagram.Gabi's Picks:Greenlights by Matthew McConaugheyHomegoing by Yaa GyasiSea of Tranquility by Emily St. John MandelHappy Place by Emily HenryTomorrow, Tomorrow, and Tomorrow by Gabrielle ZevinMegan's Picks:Fourth Wing by Rebecca YarrosColleen Hoover phenomenonNora Goes Off Script by Annabel MonaghanBook Lovers by Emily HenryThe Way of Kings Brandon SandersonFollow us on Instagram: @andherbookspod 

This week, Gabi and Megan talk about fast-paced books, books with short chapters, and short books that will help you get back into reading or out of a reading slump!Gabi's Recommendations:One Italian Summer by Rebecca SerleThis Time Tomorrow by Emma Straub Pure Colour by Sheila Heiti Heartbroke by Chelsea Bieker Natural Beauty by Ling Ling Huang Megan's Recommendations:How Not to Drown in a Glass of Water by Angie Cruz Joan is Okay by Weike Wang Chorus by Rebecca Kauffman Have I Told You This Already by Lauren Graham My Name is Lucy Barton by Elizabeth StroutGabi's TBR:Milk Blood Heat by Dantiel W. MonizJerks by Sara LippmannMegan's TBR:Now is Not the Time to Panic by Kevin WilsonWhat Happened to Ruthie Ramirez by Claire JimenezYellowface by R.F. KuangFollow us on Instagram: @andherbookspod 

This week, Gabi and Megan are sharing their back pocket favorites. This is a new series on And Her Books where Gabi and Megan both bring three favorites to the show that they're currently obsessed with. They talk about skincare, thrifting, Sofia Richie's wedding, and their current favorite book recommendations.Megan's Back Pocket Favorites:Girlfriend Collective setTombow Dual Brush Ben 942Gabi's Back Pocket Favorites:Glossier Brow Flick and Boy Brow DuoCafé con leche playlist on SpotifyBack Pocket Book Recs:Gabi: Wild Game: My Mother, Her Lover, and Me by Adrienne BrodeurMegan: I Have Some Questions for You by Rebecca MakkaiFollow us on Instagram: @andherbookspod

This week, Gabi and Megan talk about where they have been finding inspiration recently and how it has been helping them with their work and in life!Things mentioned:Megan's tapered candlesTapered CandleholdersBook VaseBooks We're Currently Reading:Gabi's Picks: Romantic Comedy by Curtis Sittenfield and Big Swiss by Jen BeaginMegan's Pick: The Book of Goose by Yiyun LiFollow us on Instagram: @andherbookspod

Memorable Buys from Indie Bookstores: Just Another Love Song by Kerry Winfrey from The Ripped Bodice The Bookshelf Shelf Subscription Happily Ever Afters by Elise Bryant + Klara and the Sun by Kazuo Ishiguro from Vroman'sThe Dutch House by Ann Patchett from The Tattered Cover Women Talking by Miriam Toews from Elliott Bay Book CompanyCult Classic by Sloane Crosley from Powell's Favorite Indie Bookstores:A Capella Books in AtlantaTrident in BostonLivraria Lello in PortoThe Book Mill in Montague, MAThird Place Books from RavennaEagle Harbor BooksBlackwellsRecommendations from Listeners:Poor Richards in Colorado Springs  @thebookish.typeVroman's in Pasadena  @thebookish.typeImprint Bookstore in Port Townsend, WA  @thelivelylife Chaucers Books in Santa Barbara, CA  @mackenzierobitailleCrow Bookshop and Phoenix Books in Burlington, VT  @em_jacobs_readsNorthshire Books in Manchester, VT  @em_jacobs_readsAll She Wrote Books in Somerville, MA  @allshewrotebooksPark Road Books in Charlotte, NC  @thebookishbollinger Broadways Books in Portland, OR  @maxine.sferra.pho

This week, Megan and Gabi discuss their morning routines and reading rituals. They talk about skincare, tricks to not pick their phones up first thing in the morning, and what type of books they like to read first in the day. Then they recommend books that have good energy and just feel good!Books with good energy:Unlikely Animals by Annie HartnettLouise Penny seriesFunny You Should Ask by Elissa SussmanFollow us on Instagram:@andherbookspod

This week Gabi and Megan share what they've been learning about recently. They talk about learning to say no, changing their thought patterns, going to therapy, and having long-distance friendships. They end the episode by sharing bookish moments they've had recently.Follow us on Instagram: @andherbookspod 

This week, we talk about all things vacation prep! How we pack for vacations, planning out plane outfits, and our must-read beach books!Beach Read Picks:Blush by Jamie BrennerThe Kindred Spirits Supper Club by Amy E. ReichertI'm Glad My Mom Died by Jennette McCurdyFollow us on Instagram: @andherbookspod

This week we're each sharing our spring 2023 anticipated releases! We talk about being back on the podcast, the spring books on our TBR, and our favorite spring reads from 2022. Megan's Anticipated Releases:Games and Rituals by Katherine HeinyYours Truly by Abby JimenezThe Half Moon by Mary Beth KeaneYellowface by R.F. KuangGabi's Anticipated Releases:Romantic Comedy by Curtis SittenfieldHomebodies by Tembe Denton-HurstOld Enough by Hayley Jakobsen2022 Spring Favorites:Gabi's Pick: This Time Tomorrow by Emma StraubMegan's Pick: The Swimmers by Julie OtsukaFollow us on Instagram: @andherbookspod

We are so excited to share that And Her Books is coming back! New episodes will be released every Tuesday starting April 4th.Here's what you can expect from our relaunch:Every week we will deep dive into a different topic: books, creativity, small-business, and lifestyle. For the second half of the episode we will cover a different book topic: the new releases we're excited about, what we're currently reading, the books we can't stop talking about, and so much more!Follow us on Instagram at @andherbookspod for more updates and content! We are so excited to connect with you all again!

This week, we're chatting all about comfort reading! The last few weeks, we've had busier schedules than normal. We decided it would be nice to chat about what books we gravitate towards when we need some comfort. We discuss what we enjoy in a comfort read, our ideal reading spots, and give some of our favorite comfort reading recommendations!Books Discussed:Book Lovers by Emily HenryThe Kindred Spirits Supper Club by Amy E. ReichertVery Sincerely Yours by Kerry WinfreyPayback's a Witch by Lana HarperPride and Prejudice by Jane AustenAnne of Green Gables by L.M. MontgomeryBeach Read by Emily HenryNormal People by Sally RooneyAmerican Royals by Katharine McGeeEarly Morning Riser by Katherine Heiny Louise Penny SeriesFollow Us on InstagramJoin our Patreon

This week, we have a catch-up episode for you all! It's been a few weeks since we've been able to chat, so we have a conversation all about what we're reading, Gabi's recent beach trip, and how to get back into work mood after vacation. Books Discussed:The No-Show by Beth O'LearyTrue Biz by Sara NovićFrench Braid by Anne TylerSorrow and Bliss by Meg MasonGreat Circle by Maggie ShipsteadThe Sentence by Louise ErdrichLessons in Chemistry by Bonnie GarmusChorus by Rebecca KauffmanDaisy Darker by Alice FeeneyFriends and Strangers by J. Courtney SullivanFollow us on Instagram: @andherbookspodJoin our Patreon!

This week, we are bringing a new type of episode for you: coffee chats! In these episodes, we'll bring in a guest and have a casual conversation about creativity, work, and books! Our first guest is Emily Arvizu, @emilyandthelibrary, on Instagram. We chat about her home in Maine, her career switch and the decision behind it, and why you should use your local library. We also talk about our current reality TV obsessions, why you should read more romance, and do a deep dive into The Swimmers by Julie Otsuka. Grab a cup of coffee or tea and join our conversation with Emily!Books Discussed:Good Rich People by Eliza Jane BrazierDisorientation by Elaine Hsieh ChouOne Italian Summer by Rebecca SerleBeach Read by Emily HenryOlympus, Texas by Stacey SwannLease on Love by Falon BallardThe Swimmers by Julie OtsukaThe No-Show by Beth O'LearyLessons in Chemistry by Bonnie GarmusLucie Yi is Not a Romantic by Lauren HoMemphis by Tara M. StringfellowFollow us on InstagramFollow Emily: @emilyandthelibrary

This week, we're deep-diving into the book Lease on Love by Falon Ballard. Last week we chatted with Falon Ballard in a spoiler-free episode about her writing process and favorite books. Today we have a spoiler-filled episode for you with all of our thoughts on the book! If you haven't read it yet, there is a link to purchase it below.Buy Lease on Love here!Our episode with Falon BallardFollow us on InstagramJoin our Patreon!

This week, we interview Falon Ballard, author of the novel Lease on Love. We absolutely loved reading Lease on Love, so getting to chat with Falon was such a delight. We chat about her career as a wedding planner, the process of publishing her first novel, and some of her favorite books. No spoilers are discussed in this episode. We hope you enjoy this conversation as much as we did!Falon's Books:A book I recently loved: Funny You Should Ask by Elissa Sussman A new release I'm excited about: In the Event of Love by Courtney KaeA book I always recommend: A Certain Appeal by Vanessa KingMegan's Books:A book I recently loved: A Pho Love Story by Loan Le A new release I'm excited about: Marrying the Ketchups by Jennifer CloseA book I always recommend: Olga Dies Dreaming by Xochitl GonzalezGabi's Books:A book I recently loved: Sea of Tranquility by Emily St. John Mandel A new release I'm excited about: The Lonely Stories: 22 Celebrated Writers on the Joys & Struggles of Being AloneA book I always recommend: The Death of Vivek Oji by Akwaeke EmeziFollow Falon on Instagram: @falonballardFollow And Her Books on Instagram: @andherbookspodJoin our Patreon!

This week, Gabi and Megan discuss their most anticipated Spring book releases! They each share 5 books they're excited about and rapid-fire the titles they are both anticipating. This episode is full of new books to add to your list! You can shop them from the links below:Gabi's Book Picks:Portrait of a Thief by Grace D. Li Sea of Tranquility by Emily St. John Mandel Sedating Elaine by Dawn Winter Valleyesque: Stories by Fernando A. Flores Nightcrawling by Leila Mottley Megan's Book Picks:Lessons in Chemistry by Bonnie Garmus Four Treasures of the Sky by Jenny Tinghui Zhange By the Book by Jasmine Guillory The Evening Hero by Marie Myung-Ok Lee The Many Daughters of Afong Moy by Jamie Ford Books We're Both Anticipating:Funny You Should Ask by Elyssa Sussman The No-Show by Beth O'LearyBook Lovers by Emily Henry This Time Tomorrow by Emma Straub Flying Solo by Linda HolmesMeant to Be Mine by Hannah OrensteinFollow Us  on InstagramJoin our Patreon Channel

This week we're chatting with Rae Lipkin, @a.rae.of.books on Instagram! We chat about her experience as a Queer Latina Jewish woman, her time working as a librarian, and what led her to convert to Judaism. This conversation is so uplifting, Rae's vulnerability was so encouraging to us! We also chat about baking, our current favorite books, and the time Rae opened for Jason Mraz.Books Discussed:Rae's Picks:The last book I enjoyed: Once More with Chutzpah by Haley NeilA new release I'm excited about: The War of Two Queens by Jennifer L. ArmentroutA book I always recommend: The Chestnut Man by Soren SveistrupMegan's Picks:The last book I enjoyed: To All the Boys I Loved Before by Jenny HanA new release I'm excited about: Funny You Should Ask by Elissa SussmanA book I always recommend: Sabrina & Corina by Kali Fajardo-AnstineGabi's Picks:The last book I enjoyed: Lease on Love by Falon BallardA new release I'm excited about: Heartbroke by Chelsea BiekerA book I always recommend: One Italian Summer by Rebecca SerleFollow Along:Rae's InstagramAnd Her Books InstagramJoin us on Patreon!

This week, we're discussing what we love in a spring read. A new season is right around the corner and we're thinking about the types of books we want to be reading in the coming months. We talk about new releases we're excited about, audiobooks, books with a strong sense of place, and everything we're currently reading. Books We Talked About: Sea of Tranquility by Emily St. John MandelFlying Solo by Linda HolmesLocal Missing Woman by Mary KubicaFalling by T.J. NewmanThe Last Thing He Told Me by Laura DaveMary Jane by Jessica Anya BlauOne Italian Summer by Rebecca Serle The Blue Castle by L.M. Montgomery Know My Name by Chanel MillerThe Switch by Beth O'LearyLease on Love by Falon BallardWild Game by Adrienne BrodeurSpeak, Okinawa: A Memoir by Elizabeth Miki BrinaThe Floating Feldmans by Elyssa Friedland The Summer Job by Lizzy DentThe Swimmers by Julie Otsuka A Brush With Love by Mazey EddingsHeartbroke by Chelsea BiekerDaughter of a Moon Goddess by Sue Lynn TanA Place To Hang The Moon by Kate AlbusCommencement by J. Courtney SullivanMeet Me at the Cupcake Cafe by Jenny Colgan

In last week's episode, Megan interviewed Gabi. This week it's Megan's turn to be interviewed. We chat about Megan's illustration work, finding rest, and of course, her favorite books! Gabi asks Megan about her move to Seattle, favorite shows, books, and more. Books Mentioned:Legendborn by Tracy DeonnHappily Ever Afters by Elise BryantMost Likely by Sarah WatsonHomegoing by Yaa GyasiPride and Prejudice by Jane Austen

This week we're trying something new and interviewing each other. In today's episode, Megan interviews Gabi. We chat about Gabi's small business, how she got her start freelancing, and what inspired her to start the Literary League. Of course, we also chat about books. Megan asks Gabi about all her favorites: shopping, food, wine, and more!Books Mentioned:Hurricane Girl by Marcy Dermansky The Great Alone by Kristin HannahCommonwealth by Ann PatchettThe Nightingale by Kristin Hannah Conversations with Friends by Sally RooneyFunny You Should Ask by Elissa SussmanThis Time Tomorrow by Emma Straub

This week, Gabi and Megan chat with Katelyn Lane, @heykatelyn__, on Instagram. Katelyn is a school counselor and content creator. She is passionate about books, style, intuitive eating, and all the rom-coms. She also recently launched her book club on Patreon. AND HER BOOKS ANNOUNCEMENT!We are now on Patreon! By supporting the And Her Books Patreon, you are helping fund our podcast. Your money goes toward allowing us to continue our creative work and enables us to pour more time into creating a community of readers. Our Patreon channel is an opportunity to meet other readers and creatives. We'll host a quarterly read-along, share Patreon-only podcast episodes, and have many more perks for our bookish friends! We are so grateful to you and your desire to see And Her Books grow! Become a member here!Katelyn's Books:The last book I loved: The Love Hypothesis by Ali HazelwoodAn upcoming release I'm excited about: Book Lovers by Emily HenryA book I always recommend: The Inheritance Games by Jennifer Lynn BarnesMegan's Books:The last book I loved: Cultish: The Language of Fanaticism by Amanda Montell An upcoming release I'm excited about: In a New York Minute by Kate SpencerA book I always recommend: The Sentence by Louise ErdrichGabi's Books:The last book I loved:  Hurricane Girl by Marcy DermanskyAn upcoming release I'm excited about: Portrait of a Thief by Grace D. LiA book I always recommend: O Beautiful by Jung YunFollow Along:@andherbookspodFollow Katelyn at @heykatelyn__

This week, Gabi and Megan have a creativity episode for you. They are chatting about all the ways they want to be more creative in 2022. In this episode, they explore tips on being more productive, allowing yourself to have grace in your creativity, and what projects they are most excited about for the year.Follow along on Instagram: @andherbookspod

This week, Gabi and Megan chat with Hannah Davis, @hansbookshelf. Hannah is a bookstagrammer, family photographer, and works in social media marketing. We talk about her photo shoots, the joys of using the public library, and why reading is supposed to be fun.Hannah's Books:The last book I loved: Finlay Donovan is Killing It by Elle Cosimano, One True Loves by Elise Bryant, As Good As Dead by Holly JacksonA new release I'm excited about: By the Book by Jasmine Guillory, Something Wilder by Christina Lauren, Part of Your World by Abby Jimenez A book I always recommend: Only When It's Us by Chloe Liese Megan's Books:The last book I loved: The Mismatch by Sara Jafari A new release I'm excited about: The Swimmers by Julie OtsukaA book I always recommend: The Switch by Beth O'LearyGabi's Books:The last book I loved: Seasonal Work by Laura LipmanA new release I'm excited about: This Time Tomorrow by Emma StraubA book I always recommend: Early Morning Riser by Katherine HeinyWhere to Find Us:Follow Hannah on InstagramFollow And Her Books on Instagram

This week Gabi and Megan discuss books about love: romantic love, friendship, found family, and familial love. They talk about their favorite rom-coms and tropes and will add so many books to your TBR.Books Discussed:Weather Girl by Rachel Lynn SolomonThe Mismatch by Sara JafariWahala by Nikki MayMost Likely by Sarah WatsonLast Summer at the Golden Hotel by Elyssa Friedland Beach Read by Emily HenryA Season for Second Chances by Jenny BaylissMeant to Be Mine by Hannah Orenstein The Bromance Book Club by Lyssa Kay AdamsVery Sincerely Yours by Kerry WinfreyTo Sir With Love by Lauren LayneYou Had Me at Hola by Alexis DariaThe Hating Game by Sally ThorneHappily Ever Afters by Elise BryantA Pho Love Story by Loan LeeThe Holiday Switch by Tif MarceloGood Rich People by Eliza Jane BrazierThe Inheritance of Orquidea Divina by Zoraida CordovaThis Must Be the Place by Maggie O'Farrell

This week, Gabi and Megan have a catch-up episode after a busy few weeks. They talk about their recent travels, upcoming projects they're excited about, and the books they're reading.Books Discussed:The Paper Palace by Miranda Cowley HellerA Great Reckoning by Louise PennyCultish by Amanda MontellTo Sir With Love by Lauren LayneSeasonal Work by Laura LitmanWahala by Nikki MayFinlay Donvan Knocks Em Dead by Elle Cosimano To All The Boys I'ved Loved Before by Jenny HanDinner at the Homesick Restaurant by Anne Tyler

This week, Gabi and Megan have a creativity episode for you. They chat about loneliness in self-employment and how they navigate those emotions. They talk about ways they are intentional about finding community and some tips that have helped them in their own career experiences.They also talk about the Enneagram, starting a yoga practice, and their current reads! 

Gabi and Megan chat with Mary @maryslittleway about starting a blog, finding your style, tips for starting a capsule wardrobe, and of course, all the books!We recorded this episode back in November and had to push its publication date due to our holiday episode schedule, so we chat about the holidays and some events that have since passed! Megan's new release she is excited about is out now, so you can purchase it at the link below.Books Discussed:Mary's Book Picks:A book I recently loved: Please Don't Sit on My Bed in Your Outside Clothes by Phoebe Robinson, The Divines by Ellie EatonA new release I'm excited about: Vladimir by Julia May JonesA book I always recommend: Still Missing by Chevy Stevens Megan's Book Picks:A book I recently loved: 84, Charing Cross Road by Helene HanffA new release I'm excited about: One True Loves by Elise BryantA book I always recommend: Little Fires Everywhere by Celeste NgGabi's Book Picks:A book I recently loved: The Holiday Swap by Maggie KnoxA new release I'm excited about: Our Wives Under the Sea by Julia ArmfieldA book I always recommend: The Two Lives of Lydia Bird by Josie SilverFollow Mary on Instagram: @maryslittlewayFollow us on Instagram: @andherbookspod

In this episode, Gabi and Megan each discuss their five most anticipated new releases for Winter 2022. Gabi's Picks:Olga Dies Dreaming by Xóchitl Gonzàlez Pub Date: January 4thWeather Girl by Rachel Lynn Soloman Pub Date: January 11thThe Roughest Draft by Emily Wibberley and Austin Siegemund-Broka Pub Date: January 25thBlack Cake by Charmaine Wilkerson Pub Date: February 1stPure Color by Sheila Heti Pub Date: February 15thMegan's Picks:Fiona and Jane by Jean Chen Ho Pub Date: January 4thBrown Girls by Daphne Palasi Andreades Pub Date: January 4thDaughter of the Moon Goddess by Sue Lynn Tan Pub Date: January 11thBlack Cake by Charmaine Wilkerson Pub Date: February 1stRed Thread of Fate by Lyn Liao Butler Pub Date: February 8th

This week, Gabi and Megan discuss their reading intentions for 2022. They chat about what they want more of in their reading lives for the new year and of course- talk about their current reads.Mentioned in the episode:From the Front Porch@paulineisreadingFollow us on Instagram: @andherbookspod

Today, Gabi and Megan each discuss their top ten reads of the year. They rapid-fire each of their top books and then deep dive into their 2021 reading trends. This is our last episode of the year, thank you so much for being here and listening! We are extremely grateful to each of you.Gabi's Top 10:The Summer Job by Lizzy DentFinlay Donovan is Killing It by Elle CosimanoReprieve by James Han MattsonDial A for Aunties by Jesse Q. SutantoOlympus, Texas by Stacey SwannInfinite Country by Patricia EngelThe Office of Historical Corrections by Danielle EvansThe Flatshare by Beth O'LearyI Who Have Never Known Men by Jacqueline HarpmanA Season for Second Chances by Jenny BaylissMegan's Top 10:Pachinko by Min Jin LeeInfinite Country by Patricia EngelHappily Ever Afters by Elise BryantKlara and the Sun by Kazuo IshiguroThis Must Be the Place by Maggie O'FarrellOlympus, Texas by Stacey SwannThe Inheritance of Orquidea Divina by Zoraida CordovaLegendborn by Tracy DeonnProject Hail Mary by Andy WeirThese Precious Days by Ann Patchett

This week, Gabi and Megan share their book recommendations for last-minute holiday gift ideas. They go through some general recommendations and then respond to guest submissions!For the person who wants to get into fiction: Homegoing by Yaa GyasiFor the person who's ready to escape to a small town: A Season for Second Chances by Jenny BaylissFor the person who has read everything: My Reading Life: A Book Journal by Anne BogelFor the hostess: 100 Cookies by Sarah KiefferFor the person who loves a cozy mystery: A Deadly Inside Scoop by Abby ColetteFor the person who needs rest: The Rose Code by Kate QuinnFor the person who loves a wild story: Nightbitch by Rachel YoderFor the man in your life: Klara and the Sun by Kazuo IshiguroFor the person who loves family drama: All Adults Here by Emma StraubFor the traveler: American Royals by Katherine McGeeGuest Submissions:Holly's Request: teenage sons, books with adventure, and quirky characters. Stay away from anything that is too heavy.Recommendation: Legendborn by Tracy Deonn, Pendergast series by Douglas Preston and Lincoln Child, Orange World by Karen Russell, The Book of Joe by Jonathan TropperHannah's Request: sci-fi, fantasy, young-adult thrillersRecommendation: Brandon Sanderson The Stormlight Archives (The Way of the Kings) Legend by Marie Lu Yente's Request: historical fiction, historical non-fiction, WWII lover, loves Band of BrothersRecommendation: Boys in the Boat by Daniel James Brown, The Bomber Mafia by Malcolm GladwellAmie's Request: loved the Thursday Murder ClubRecommendation: Agatha Christie, Sleep Donation by Karen Russell, The Switch by Beth O'LearyAshley's Request: sweet books, loves decorating, lives in a small town, loves to bake/cook/spend time with her dogRecommendation: Cozy Minimalist Home by MyQuillyn Smith, The Late Bloomer's Club by Louise MillerJulia's Request: A friend who wants to diversify her reading collectionRecommendation: Infinite Country by Patricia Engel and Somebody's Daughter by Ashley C. Ford

In this episode, Gabi and Megan discuss The Holiday Swap by Maggie Knox. They discuss the small-town setting, their favorite characters, and their favorite holiday baking traditions!Spoilers are discussed! We recommend pausing this episode and finishing the book before listening!

This week, Megan and Gabi share their holiday book recommendations and discuss their own TBR's for the season. They bring you a full list of festive recommendations!Gabi's RecommendationsIt Won't Be Christmas Without You by Beth ReeklesThe Twelve Dates of Christmas by Jenny BaylissA Princess for Christmas by Jenny HolidayMegan's RecommendationsEvergreen Tidings From the Baumgartners by Gretchen AnthonyWinter Solstice by Rosamund Pilcher Royal Holiday by Jasmine GuilloryGabi's TBRAlways, in December by Emily StoneAmor Actually by Alexis DariaBlame it on the Mistletoe by Beth GarrodMegan's TBRThe Holiday Switch by Tif MarceloThe Holiday Swap by Maggie KnoxA Season for Second Chances by Jenny Bayliss

Gabi and Megan chat with Lauren McHugh, the owner of Simplicitee. Lauren is an avid bookstagrammer at @laurenlovesto. They chat about starting a small business, the idea of scarcity versus abundance, and finding rest in the midst of a busy world.  The Last Book You Loved:Lauren's Pick: The Serpent King by Jeff ZentnerMegan's Pick: Project Hail Mary by Andy WeirGabi's Pick: Assembly by Natasha BrownAn Upcoming Release You're Excited About:Lauren's Pick: Book Lovers by Emily HenryMegan's Pick: Olga Dies Dreaming by Xochitl Gonzalez  Gabi's Pick: How High We Go in the Dark by Sequoia NagamatsuA Book You Always Recommend:Lauren's Pick: The Count of Monte Cristo by Alexandre DumasMegan's Pick: Pachinko by Min Jin LeeGabi's Pick: In a Holidaze by Christina LaurenFind us on Instagram: @andherbookspodFind Lauren on Instagram: @laurenlovestoShop Simplicitee 

In this episode, Gabi and Megan discuss the books they're thankful for and why. They also chat about Thanksgiving traditions and their favorite dishes!I'm thankful for books I can get lost in:Megan's Picks: Legendborn by Tracy Deonn, Happily Ever Afters by Elise BryantGabi's Picks: Truly Devious by Maureen Johnson, A Good Girl's Guide to Murder by Holly JacksonI'm thankful for books that made me fall in love with reading:Megan's Picks: Inkheart by Cornelia Funke, The Tale of Despereaux by Kate DiCamilloGabi's Picks: Ramona Quimby, Age 8 by Beverly Cleary, Nancy Drew Series by Carolyn KeeneI'm thankful for books that teach me/pull me into someone else's experience:Megan's Picks: Velvet Was the Night by Silvia Moreno-Garcia, Infinite Country by Patricia EngelGabi's Picks: Infinite Country by Patricia Engel, Detransition, Baby by Torrey PetersI'm thankful for short stories/short novels:Megan's Picks: The Office of Historical Corrections by Danielle Evans, Matrix by Lauren GroffGabi's Picks: Orange World by Karen Russell, Fraternity by Benjamin NugentI'm thankful for books with a strong setting:Megan's Picks: The Blue Castle by L.M. Montgomery, The Jane Austen Society by Natalie JennerGabi's Picks: I Who Have Never Known Men by Jacqueline Harpman, Cooking for Picasso by Camille Aubray

In this episode, Gabi and Megan chat with Linzi, @abookishendeavor on Instagram. We chat about her freelance graphic design work, moving to a different state, and the bookstore she is opening in 2022: Reading in Public Books!Books Discussed:The Last Book You Enjoyed:Linzi's pick: The Ghost Variations by Kevin Brockmeier, Spirits Abroad: Stories by Zen ChoMegan's pick: Still Life by Louise PennyGabi's pick: Payback's A Witch by Lana HarperA New Release You're Looking Forward To: Linzi's pick: The City of Mist by Carlos Ruiz ZafónMegan's pick: The Sentence by Louise Erdrich Gabi's pick: The Bright Side Running Club by Josie LloydA Book You Always Recommend:Linzi's pick: Heartstopper Volume I: A Graphic Novel by Alice OsemanMegan's pick: Passing by Nella LarsenGabi's pick: One Day in December by Josie SilverFollow Along:Linzi: @abookishendeavorLinzi's Bookstore: Reading in Public BooksReading in Public Books: Go Fund MeReading in Public Books: Merch ShopAnd Her Books Instagram

This week Gabi and Megan do a bookish this or that, asking each other questions about their reading preferences. They talk about rom-com tropes, feel-good and feel-sad stories, and their favorite reading seasons. A fun mini-episode about all things bookish.Follow us on Instagram: @andherbookspod

This week Gabi and Megan chat with Taryn Dennie, who you may know as @mentallybooked, on Bookstagram. They chat with Taryn about her social media, her role as Social Media Coordinator at Literary League, and get all the book recommendations.The Last Book You Enjoyed:Taryn's Pick: The Shimmering State by Meredith WestgateMegan's Pick: Very Sincerely Yours by Kerry WinfreyGabi's Pick: Practical Magic by Alice HoffmanA New Release You're Excited About:Taryn's Pick: Our Wives Under the Sea by Julia Armfield, Beasts of a Little Land by Juhea KimMegan's Pick: Amor Actually: A Holiday Romance AnthologyGabi's Pick: Must Love Books by Shauna RobinsonA Book You Always Recommend:Taryn's Pick: Middlegame by Seanan McGuireMegan's Pick: A Place For Us by Fatima Farheen MirzaGabi's Pick: The Stranger Diaries by Elly GriffithsFollow Taryn on Instagram: @mentallybookedFollow us on Instagram: @andherbookspod

Gabi and Megan discuss finding balance when you have a creative job, how they navigate feeling creatively stuck, and of course- talk about books too!What We're Reading This Week:We're Both Reading: Payback's A Witch by Lana Harper and Beautiful World, Where Are You by Sally RooneyBooks We've Recently Bought:Gabi: A Season for Second Chances by Jenny BaylissMegan: A Lot Like Adios by Alexis Daria

Gabi and Megan talk about what they love in a witchy read and deep dive into four books that are perfect to read in October!Books Discussed:This Poison Heart by Kalynn BayronWe Ride Upon Sticks by Quan BarryPractical Magic by Alice HoffmanPayback's a Witch by Lana Harper

In this week's episode, Gabi and Megan chat about their love of Gilmore Girls and give a ton of read-a-likes if you also love the show!Gilmore Girl Read-a-likes: If you love Gilmore Girls...For the small-town setting:Payback's A Witch by Lana HarperFor the family dynamics:Wild Game by Adrienne BrodeurFor the rich people problems:Summer Darlings by Brooke Lea FosterFor Luke's diner:The Late Bloomers Club by Louise MillerFor the ivy-league lovers:Ninth House by Leigh BardugoFor desire, ambition, and experiences as a woman:The Summer Demands by Deborah ShapiroFor the town gossip:A Spell for Trouble by Esme AddisonFor Chilton: Most Likely by Sarah WatsonFor Richard and Emily: Swimming Lessons by Claire FullerFor Small-Town Vibes: The Switch by Beth O'LearyFor Emily/Lorelai: The Unlikely Adventures of the Shergill Sisters by Balli Kaur JaswalFor Lane/Mrs. Kim: Revival Season by Monica West

In today's episode, Gabi and Megan discuss what they love in a book. They chat about their favorite genres, tropes, and give lots of recommendations!Books Discussed:Velvet Was the Night by Silvia Moreno-GarciaFangirl by Rainbow RowellThe Beautiful Ones by Silvia Moreno-Garcia with the narrator Imani Jade PowersBeach Read by Emily HenryThe Ex Talk by Rachel Lynn SolomonThe Hating Game by Sally ThorneOlympus, Texas by Stacey SwannCommonwealth by Ann PatchettHow To Find Love in a Bookshop by Veronica HenryThe Twelve Dates of Christmas by Jenny BaylissThe Vanishing Half by Britt BennettSharks in the Time of Saviors by Kawai Strong WashburnDear Sweet Pea by Julie MurphyDial A For Aunties Jesse Q. SutantoThe Secret History by Donna TarttBig Little Lies by Liane MoriartyThe Margot Affair by Sanaë LemoineA Place For Us by Fatima Farheen MirzaTranscendent Kingdom by Yaa GyasiWriters & Lovers by Lily KingThe City Baker's Guide to Country Living by Louise MillerArsenic and Adobo by Mia P. ManansalaThe Invisible Life of Addie LaRue by V.E. ScwabThe Inheritance of Orquídea Divina by Zoraida CórdovaOther Things We Chatted About:From The Front Porch Podcast

In this episode, Gabi and Megan interview Nnenna Odeluga @scsreads about the many industries she has worked in, how she balances work with her blog, and of course, her books.Nnenna's Interview with Zakiya Dalila Harris, author of The Other Black GirlNnenna's Interview with Dawnie Walton, author of The Final Revival of Opal and Nev Books Discussed:A book you recently loved:Nnenna's Pick: The Heart Principle by Helen HoangMegan's Pick: Sparks Like Stars by Nadia Hashimi Gabi's Pick: Rock Paper Scissors by Alice Feeney A book you always recommend:Nnenna's Pick: Legendborn by Tracy DeonnMegan's Pick: Happily Ever Afters by Elise BryantGabi's Pick: Evvie Drake Starts Over by Linda HolmesA new release you're excited about: Nnenna's Pick: To Paradise by Hanya Yanagihara Megan's Pick: Cloud Cuckoo Land by Anthony DoerrGabi's Pick: The Holiday Swap by Maggie Knox

Gabi and Megan chat about work, small businesses, books, and answer listener questions in this get to know your host's episode!