Book Reccos: Between the Pages

In this week's episode, Jess and Lauren share what they got up to in May and chat through a couple of books which share similar themes.Books Mentioned in this episode:Happiness Forever by Adelaide FaithFavourite Daughter by Morgan DickBook Reccos Website, Shop & newsletter: Don't forget to check out our website and checkout the Book Reccos shop to purchase your very own Book Reccos Reading Journal! And whilst you're there sign up to our newsletter to receive a monthly email from us to fill you in on our favourite reccos of the month. Head to www.bookreccos.com Get in Touch: Instagram: @bookreccos Email: hello@bookreccos.comWebsite: www.bookreccos.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this week's episode, Jess and Lauren dive into a few of Curtis Sittenfield's books including Sisterland, Show Don't Tell, Rodham and American WifeBooks Mentioned in this episode:SisterlandShow Don't TellRodhamAmerican WifeBook Reccos Website, Shop & newsletter: Don't forget to check out our website and checkout the Book Reccos shop to purchase your very own Book Reccos Reading Journal! And whilst you're there sign up to our newsletter to receive a monthly email from us to fill you in on our favourite reccos of the month. Head to www.bookreccos.com Get in Touch: Instagram: @bookreccos Email: hello@bookreccos.comWebsite: www.bookreccos.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jess and Lauren are back from their Easter Break and it has been a very busy month. Lauren has been in Argentina and Jess has been in Sierra Leone so its gonna be a big catch up and a couple of book reccos thrown in, too!There is still time to sponsor Jess' half marathon raising money for Street Child and be entered to a bookish prize draw: https://givestar.io/gs/jess-takes-on-the-sierra-leone-half-marathonBooks Mentioned in this episode:Who Wants to Live Forever by Hanna Thomas UoseLucky Night by Eliza KennedyBook Reccos Website, Shop & newsletter:Don't forget to check out our website and checkout the Book Reccos shop to purchase your very own Book Reccos Reading Journal! And whilst you're there sign up to our newsletter to receive a monthly email from us to fill you in on our favourite reccos of the month. Head to www.bookreccos.comGet in Touch:Instagram: @bookreccosEmail: hello@bookreccos.comWebsite: www.bookreccos.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, Jess and Lauren dive into a series Jess spent eight months reading, so it understandably deserves an episode of it's own! If you want to buy Jess' books 2nd hand on Vinted here is the link: https://www.vinted.co.uk/member/125112967-jessicaacarter This episode is brought to you by My Event Concierge, who take the stress out of planning by organising unforgettable trips from start to finish. Whether it's a hen do, bridal party, family gathering, or even a Reading Retreat! They handle all the details so you can focus on making memories, find out how they can help your next big event here: https://www.myeventconcierge.co.uk/Books Mentioned in this episode:Seven Sisters by Lucinda RileyStorm Sister by Lucinda RileyShadow Sister by Lucinda RileyPearl Sister by Lucinda RileyMoon Sister by Lucinda RileySun Sister by Lucinda RileyMissing Sister by Lucinda RileyAtlas: The Story of Pa SaltBook Reccos Website, Shop & newsletter: Don't forget to check out our website and checkout the Book Reccos shop to purchase your very own Book Reccos Reading Journal! And whilst you're there sign up to our newsletter to receive a monthly email from us to fill you in on our favourite reccos of the month. Head to www.bookreccos.com Get in Touch: Instagram: @bookreccos Email: hello@bookreccos.comWebsite: www.bookreccos.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In today's episode, Jess and Lauren discuss the Netflix series that *everyone* is talking about, Adolescence, linking it to a recent book they've read which explores similar topics, but also...doesn't.This episode is brought to you by My Event Concierge, who take the stress out of planning by organising unforgettable trips from start to finish. Whether it's a hen do, bridal party, family gathering, or even a Reading Retreat! They handle all the details so you can focus on making memories, find out how they can help your next big event here: https://www.myeventconcierge.co.uk/Books Mentioned in this episode:All the Other Mothers Hate Me by Sarah HarmanBook Reccos Website, Shop & newsletter: Don't forget to check out our website and checkout the Book Reccos shop to purchase your very own Book Reccos Reading Journal! And whilst you're there sign up to our newsletter to receive a monthly email from us to fill you in on our favourite reccos of the month. Head to www.bookreccos.com Get in Touch: Instagram: @bookreccos Email: hello@bookreccos.comWebsite: www.bookreccos.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, Jess and Lauren chat to Nussaibah Younis on her BRILLIANT new book Fundamentally, it's a hilarious and eye-opening novel where an academic lands a UN job rehabilitating ISIS women, one of whom she forms a problematic bond with.This episode is brought to you by My Event Concierge, who take the stress out of planning by organising unforgettable trips from start to finish. Whether it's a hen do, bridal party, family gathering, or even a Reading Retreat! They handle all the details so you can focus on making memories, find out how they can help your next big event here: https://www.myeventconcierge.co.uk/Books Mentioned in this episode:Fundamentally by Nussaibah YounisCalls May Be Recorded for Training and Monitoring Purposes by Katharina VolckmerBook Reccos Website, Shop & newsletter: Don't forget to check out our website and checkout the Book Reccos shop to purchase your very own Book Reccos Reading Journal! And whilst you're there sign up to our newsletter to receive a monthly email from us to fill you in on our favourite reccos of the month. Head to www.bookreccos.com Get in Touch: Instagram: @bookreccos Email: hello@bookreccos.comWebsite: www.bookreccos.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The clocks are about to change and so it's time for Jess and Lauren's monthly wrap up episode. Tune in for Jess to share thoughts on the newest Hunger Games book and Lauren's journey with reading Kristin Hannah's backlog!This episode is brought to you by Aery Living, who are on a mission to bring you and your home feel-good quality fragrances so you can wind down the right way, through life's simple pleasures. Follow our link for an incredible 25% off your purchase - https://aeryliving.com/?utm_source=Book%20Reccos&utm_medium=Social&utm_campaign=PodcastBooks Mentioned in this episode:Sunrise on the Reaping by Suzanne Collins Deep Cuts by Holly BrickleyThe Great Alone by Kristin HannahBook Reccos Website, Shop & newsletter: Don't forget to check out our website and checkout the Book Reccos shop to purchase your very own Book Reccos Reading Journal! And whilst you're there sign up to our newsletter to receive a monthly email from us to fill you in on our favourite reccos of the month. Head to www.bookreccos.com Get in Touch: Instagram: @bookreccos Email: hello@bookreccos.comWebsite: www.bookreccos.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

After how much listeners loved the "what's publishing in 2025" episode in January, Jess and Lauren have decided to make it a quarterly staple, so get ready for a glimpse of some of the books Jess and Lauren are looking forward to reading in April, May and JuneThis episode is brought to you by Aery Living, who are on a mission to bring you and your home feel-good quality fragrances so you can wind down the right way, through life's simple pleasures. Follow our link for an incredible 25% off your purchase - https://aeryliving.com/?utm_source=Book%20Reccos&utm_medium=Social&utm_campaign=PodcastBooks Mentioned in this episode:All The Other Mothers Hate Me by Sarah HarmanFun and Games by Patrick McHughFavourite Daughter by Morgan DickVanishing World by Sayaka MurataBook Reccos Website, Shop & newsletter: Don't forget to check out our website and checkout the Book Reccos shop to purchase your very own Book Reccos Reading Journal! And whilst you're there sign up to our newsletter to receive a monthly email from us to fill you in on our favourite reccos of the month. Head to www.bookreccos.com Get in Touch: Instagram: @bookreccos Email: hello@bookreccos.comWebsite: www.bookreccos.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this week's episode, Jess and Lauren have the pleasure of sitting down with the one and only Emma Gannon, chatting all about her new book Table for One which is available to pre order now!This episode is brought to you by Aery Living, who are on a mission to bring you and your home feel-good quality fragrances so you can wind down the right way, through life's simple pleasures. Follow our link for an incredible 25% off your purchase - https://aeryliving.com/?utm_source=Book%20Reccos&utm_medium=Social&utm_campaign=PodcastBooks Mentioned in this episode:Table for One by Emma GannonOlive by Emma GannonThe Multi-Hyphen Method by Emma GannonThe Success Myth by Emma GannonA Three Dog Life - Abigail ThomasBook Reccos Website, Shop & newsletter: Don't forget to check out our website and checkout the Book Reccos shop to purchase your very own Book Reccos Reading Journal! And whilst you're there sign up to our newsletter to receive a monthly email from us to fill you in on our favourite reccos of the month. Head to www.bookreccos.com Get in Touch: Instagram: @bookreccos Email: hello@bookreccos.comWebsite: www.bookreccos.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jess and Lauren are back from the half term break and its time to travel back in time to February where they share everything they got up to on their Winter Reading Retreat!This episode is brought to you by Aery Living, who are on a mission to bring you and your home feel-good quality fragrances so you can wind down the right way, through life's simple pleasures. Get an incredible 25% off your purchase if you follow our link HEREBooks Mentioned in this episode:The Rewrite by Lizzie Damilola Blackburn Book Reccos Website, Shop & newsletter: Don't forget to check out our website and checkout the Book Reccos shop to purchase your very own Book Reccos Reading Journal! And whilst you're there sign up to our newsletter to receive a monthly email from us to fill you in on our favourite reccos of the month. Head to www.bookreccos.com Get in Touch: Instagram: @bookreccos Email: hello@bookreccos.comWebsite: www.bookreccos.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Bridget Jones Mad About the Boy came out in cinemas this week so this week Jess and Lauren debrief on what we loved about the film and share some of their fav chic lit reccos!Book onto the Book Reccos Reading Retreat and find out all the details HERE!Books Mentioned in this episode:Confessions of a 40 something F up by Alexandra PotterFinlay Donovan Is Killing It by Elle CosimanoP.s. I love you - Cecila Ahern Confessions of a Shopaholic – Sophie KinsellaThe Devil Wears Prada – Lauren WeisbergerThe Idea of You by Robinne LeeEat Pray Love - Elizabeth GilbertBook Reccos Website, Shop & newsletter: Don't forget to check out our website and checkout the Book Reccos shop to purchase your very own Book Reccos Reading Journal! And whilst you're there sign up to our newsletter to receive a monthly email from us to fill you in on our favourite reccos of the month. Head to www.bookreccos.com Get in Touch: Instagram: @bookreccos Email: hello@bookreccos.comWebsite: www.bookreccos.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today Jess and Lauren are joined by Alex Allison to talk about his new book Greatest of All Time an incredible book about hidden relationships, sexuality and football! This episode is brought to you by Book onto the Book Reccos Reading Retreat and find out all the details HERE!Books Mentioned in this episode:Greatest of All Time by Alex AllisonBook Reccos Website, Shop & newsletter: Don't forget to check out our website and checkout the Book Reccos shop to purchase your very own Book Reccos Reading Journal! And whilst you're there sign up to our newsletter to receive a monthly email from us to fill you in on our favourite reccos of the month. Head to www.bookreccos.com Get in Touch: Instagram: @bookreccos Email: hello@bookreccos.comWebsite: www.bookreccos.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today's episode is a suggestion by a lovely listener, where Jess and Lauren share Reccos of books similar to some all time faves!Book onto the Book Reccos Reading Retreat and find out all the details HERE!Books Mentioned in this episode:Final Revival of Opal & NevMe Before You by Jojo MoyesLittle Fires Everywhere by Celeste NgThis Motherless Land by Nikki MaySilver Sparrow by Tayari JonesVanishing Half by Brit BennettAsk Again Yes by Mary Beth KeaneEverything I Know About Love by Dolly AldertonYellowface by R. F. KuangOne of the Good Guys by Araminta HallWe Are Not Like Them by Christine Pride & Jo PiazzaThe Girl on The Train by Paula HawkinsBlue Hour by Paula HawkinsBook Reccos Website, Shop & newsletter: Don't forget to check out our website and checkout the Book Reccos shop to purchase your very own Book Reccos Reading Journal! And whilst you're there sign up to our newsletter to receive a monthly email from us to fill you in on our favourite reccos of the month. Head to www.bookreccos.com Get in Touch: Instagram: @bookreccos Email: hello@bookreccos.comWebsite: www.bookreccos.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Join Jess and Lauren for their first wrap up of the year where Jess and Lauren share what they got up to, watched and read in January!Book onto the Book Reccos Reading Retreat and find out all the details HERE!Books Mentioned in this episode:Homesick by Sylvia Saunders Happy All The Time by Laurie ColwinBook Reccos Website, Shop & newsletter: Don't forget to check out our website and checkout the Book Reccos shop to purchase your very own Book Reccos Reading Journal! And whilst you're there sign up to our newsletter to receive a monthly email from us to fill you in on our favourite reccos of the month. Head to www.bookreccos.com Get in Touch: Instagram: @bookreccos Email: hello@bookreccos.comWebsite: www.bookreccos.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today Jess and Lauren bring Holly Bourne's newest book to the pod, So Thrilled For You, which is publishing this month. Book onto the Book Reccos Reading Retreat and find out all the details HERE!Books Mentioned in this episode:So Thrilled For You by Holly Bourne Book Reccos Website, Shop & newsletter: Don't forget to check out our website and checkout the Book Reccos shop to purchase your very own Book Reccos Reading Journal! And whilst you're there sign up to our newsletter to receive a monthly email from us to fill you in on our favourite reccos of the month. Head to www.bookreccos.com Get in Touch: Instagram: @bookreccos Email: hello@bookreccos.comWebsite: www.bookreccos.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In their first author interview of 2025, Jess and Lauren kick things off by chatting to Gillian McAllister, best selling thriller author, on her latest book Famous Last Words. Book onto the Book Reccos Reading Retreat and find out all the details HERE!Books Mentioned in this episode:Famous Last Words by Gillian McAllister Book Reccos Website, Shop & newsletter: Don't forget to check out our website and checkout the Book Reccos shop to purchase your very own Book Reccos Reading Journal! And whilst you're there sign up to our newsletter to receive a monthly email from us to fill you in on our favourite reccos of the month. Head to www.bookreccos.com Get in Touch: Instagram: @bookreccos Email: hello@bookreccos.comWebsite: www.bookreccos.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It's the first episode of the year, and it's a good one! Jess and Lauren look ahead to the books publishing in 2025!Remember, there are still spaces to book on to the Book Reccos Winter Reading Retreat - check it out here!Book Reccos Website, Shop & newsletter: Don't forget to check out our website and checkout the Book Reccos shop to purchase your very own Book Reccos Reading Journal! And whilst you're there sign up to our newsletter to receive a monthly email from us to fill you in on our favourite reccos of the month. Head to www.bookreccos.com Get in Touch: Instagram: @bookreccos Email: hello@bookreccos.comWebsite: www.bookreccos.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Its the last podcast episode of 2024, so buckle in for the longest episode of the year as Jess and Lauren share their Top 10 Books of the Year!Books Mentioned in this Episode:The Women by Kristin HannahThe Nightingale by Kristin HannahBrother Do You Love Me by Mani & Reuben CoeStrong Female Character by Fern BradyKala by Colin WalshGreen Dot by Madeline GrayThe Life Impossible by Matt HaigHello Beautiful by Ann NapolitanoBlue Sisters by Coco MellorsLies & Weddings by Kevin KwanBy Any Other Name by Jodi PicoultThis Motherless Land by Nikki MayHomecoming Kate MortonPachinko by Min Jin LeeThe Beesting by Paul MurrayJames by Percival EverettNever Saw me Coming by Tanya SmithBook Reccos Website, Shop & newsletter:Don't forget to check out our website and checkout the Book Reccos shop to purchase your very own Book Reccos Reading Journal! And whilst you're there sign up to our newsletter to receive a monthly email from us to fill you in on our favourite reccos of the month. Head to www.bookreccos.comGet in Touch:Instagram: @bookreccosEmail: hello@bookreccos.comWebsite: www.bookreccos.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Let us be glad, let us be grateful that the Wicked movie is finally here, its taken over our Jess and Lauren's lives so they had to make a podcast about it. Let it be known, these book have a vary tenuous link to Wicked, it's just a great excuse to talk about books they haven't brought to the podcast yet...Books Mentioned in this Episode:James by Percival Everett Into the Storm by Cecilia AhernEat Slay Love by Julie Mae CohenBook Reccos Website, Shop & newsletter: Don't forget to check out our website and checkout the Book Reccos shop to purchase your very own Book Reccos Reading Journal! And whilst you're there sign up to our newsletter to receive a monthly email from us to fill you in on our favourite reccos of the month. Head to www.bookreccos.com Get in Touch: Instagram: @bookreccos Email: hello@bookreccos.comWebsite: www.bookreccos.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It's the most wonderful time, of the year... So grab a hot drink and settle in for the anual festive reccos of 2024 episode!With the New Year approaching this is a perfect time to get ahead of resolutions and get yourself a Reading Journal to help you stay accountable of your reading goals in 2025. Get yours from the Book Reccos website, here!Books Mentioned in this Episode:The Mistletoe Mystery by Nita ProseA Jingle Bell Mingle by Julie Murphy & Sierra SimoneThe Christmas Express by Isla GordonBook Reccos Website, Shop & newsletter: Don't forget to check out our website and checkout the Book Reccos shop to purchase your very own Book Reccos Reading Journal! And whilst you're there sign up to our newsletter to receive a monthly email from us to fill you in on our favourite reccos of the month. Head to www.bookreccos.com Get in Touch: Instagram: @bookreccos Email: hello@bookreccos.comWebsite: www.bookreccos.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this slightly chaotic wrap up episode Jess and Lauren chat about what they got up to in November including now taking bookings for their first winter reading retreat in February! If you are interested in coming along, check it out here Upgrade your reading experience with Serious Readers' High Definition Light—crafted with Daylight Wavelength Technology™ for clear, comfortable reading without eye strain. Use our code RECCOS at seriousreaders.com/bookreccos to get £100 off and free UK delivery!Books Mentioned in this Episode:What I Ate in a Year by Stanley TucciBy Any Other Name by Jodi PicoultBook Reccos Website, Shop & newsletter: Don't forget to check out our website and checkout the Book Reccos shop to purchase your very own Book Reccos Reading Journal! And whilst you're there sign up to our newsletter to receive a monthly email from us to fill you in on our favourite reccos of the month. Head to www.bookreccos.com Get in Touch: Instagram: @bookreccos Email: hello@bookreccos.comWebsite: www.bookreccos.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Upgrade your reading experience with Serious Readers' High Definition Light—crafted with Daylight Wavelength Technology™ for clear, comfortable reading without eye strain. Use our code RECCOS at seriousreaders.com/bookreccos to get £100 off and free UK delivery!Books Mentioned in this Episode:Clara Reads Proust by Stéphane CarlierClean by Alia Trabucco ZeránWhat You Are Looking for is in the Library by Michiko AoyamaWhat I Know About You by Éric ChacourA Perfect Day to Be Alone by Nanae AoyamaHonourable mentions to: The Lonely Castle in the Mirror by Mizuki Tsujimura & Convenience Store Womanby Sayaka MurataBook Reccos Website, Shop & newsletter:Don't forget to check out our website and checkout the Book Reccos shop to purchase your very own Book Reccos Reading Journal! And whilst you're there sign up to our newsletter to receive a monthly email from us to fill you in on our favourite reccos of the month. Head to www.bookreccos.comGet in Touch:Instagram: @bookreccosEmail: hello@bookreccos.comWebsite: www.bookreccos.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Are you ready for a repeat of Recent Crime Reads?! This episode has everything from cosy crime, mystery and dark thrillers. Upgrade your reading experience with Serious Readers' High Definition Light—crafted with Daylight Wavelength Technology™ for clear, comfortable reading without eye strain. Use our code RECCOS at seriousreaders.com/bookreccos to get £100 off and free UK delivery!Books Mentioned in this Episode:A Drowning Tide by Sarah LawtonWe Solve Murders by Richard OsmanI have some Questions for you by Rebecca MakkaiBook Reccos Website, Shop & newsletter: Don't forget to check out our website and checkout the Book Reccos shop to purchase your very own Book Reccos Reading Journal! And whilst you're there sign up to our newsletter to receive a monthly email from us to fill you in on our favourite reccos of the month. Head to www.bookreccos.com Get in Touch: Instagram: @bookreccos Email: hello@bookreccos.comWebsite: www.bookreccos.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, Jess and Lauren catch up on what they got up to in October, and a new review to chat through!Upgrade your reading experience with Serious Readers' High Definition Light—crafted with Daylight Wavelength Technology™ for clear, comfortable reading without eye strain. Use our code RECCOS at seriousreaders.com/bookreccos to get £100 off and free UK delivery!Books Mentioned in this Episode:The Unexpected by Ellen Wiles Book Reccos Website, Shop & newsletter: Don't forget to check out our website and checkout the Book Reccos shop to purchase your very own Book Reccos Reading Journal! And whilst you're there sign up to our newsletter to receive a monthly email from us to fill you in on our favourite reccos of the month. Head to www.bookreccos.com Get in Touch: Instagram: @bookreccos Email: hello@bookreccos.comWebsite: www.bookreccos.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Happy Halloween! To get you in the spirit, Jess and Lauren have got no tricks only treats for you today. Think books with witches and vampires, horror with supernatural elements and a dark thriller!Books Mentioned in this Episode:Queen B by Juno Dawson We Used To Live Here by Marcus KliewerMy Vampire Plus-One by Jenna LevineGirl A by Abigail DeanBook Reccos Website, Shop & newsletter: Don't forget to check out our website and checkout the Book Reccos shop to purchase your very own Book Reccos Reading Journal! And whilst you're there sign up to our newsletter to receive a monthly email from us to fill you in on our favourite reccos of the month. Head to www.bookreccos.com Get in Touch: Instagram: @bookreccos Email: hello@bookreccos.comWebsite: www.bookreccos.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Get ready for a double recco episode where Jess and Lauren chat through 2 books which on the surface explore very similar topics, but in reality couldn't be more different!Books Mentioned in this Episode:Probably Nothing by Lauren BravoPity Party by Daisy BuchananBook Reccos Website, Shop & newsletter: Don't forget to check out our website and checkout the Book Reccos shop to purchase your very own Book Reccos Reading Journal! And whilst you're there sign up to our newsletter to receive a monthly email from us to fill you in on our favourite reccos of the month. Head to www.bookreccos.com Get in Touch: Instagram: @bookreccos Email: hello@bookreccos.comWebsite: www.bookreccos.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

As 10th October is Mental Health Awareness Day in today's episode Jess and Lauren share a few reccos which explore the topic.Books Mentioned in this Episode:The Life Impossible by Matt HaigBetween Friends & Lovers by Shirlene ObuobiMaame by Jessica GeorgeEvil Eye by Etaf RumBook Reccos Website, Shop & newsletter:Don't forget to check out our website and checkout the Book Reccos shop to purchase your very own Book Reccos Reading Journal! And whilst you're there sign up to our newsletter to receive a monthly email from us to fill you in on our favourite reccos of the month. Head to www.bookreccos.comGet in Touch:Instagram: @bookreccosEmail: hello@bookreccos.comWebsite: www.bookreccos.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In today's episode Jess and Lauren discuss the book that everyone's taking about, yes, it's the latest release by Sally Rooney!Books Mentioned in this Episode:Intermezzo by Sally RooneyBook Reccos Website, Shop & newsletter: Don't forget to check out our website and checkout the Book Reccos shop to purchase your very own Book Reccos Reading Journal! And whilst you're there sign up to our newsletter to receive a monthly email from us to fill you in on our favourite reccos of the month. Head to www.bookreccos.com Get in Touch: Instagram: @bookreccos Email: hello@bookreccos.comWebsite: www.bookreccos.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

As we start to enter Autumn, Jess and Lauren check in to see how the first of the "ber months" has treated them, and as always recapping what they've read, where we've been and what we've been watching in September.Books Mentioned in this Episode:Friend Zone Experiment by Zen Cho Honeybee by Dawn O'Porter (& Paper Aeroplanes)Book Reccos Website, Shop & newsletter: Don't forget to check out our website and checkout the Book Reccos shop to purchase your very own Book Reccos Reading Journal! And whilst you're there sign up to our newsletter to receive a monthly email from us to fill you in on our favourite reccos of the month. Head to www.bookreccos.com Get in Touch: Instagram: @bookreccos Email: hello@bookreccos.comWebsite: www.bookreccos.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In today's episode, Jess and Lauren discuss What a Way to Go, the newest book from Bella Mackie!Books Mentioned in this Episode:What a Way to Go by Bella MackieBook Reccos Website, Shop & newsletter: Don't forget to check out our website and checkout the Book Reccos shop to purchase your very own Book Reccos Reading Journal! And whilst you're there sign up to our newsletter to receive a monthly email from us to fill you in on our favourite reccos of the month. Head to www.bookreccos.com Get in Touch: Instagram: @bookreccos Email: hello@bookreccos.comWebsite: www.bookreccos.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Have you had a Brat Girl Summer, or was your vacation very mindful, very... demure? In this episode, Jess and Lauren breakdown the two summer trends and serve up hot reccos for each! Books Mentioned in this Episode:Same as it Ever Was by Claire LombardoGin O'Clock Club by Rosie BlakeAvoidance, Drugs, Heartbreak and Dogs by Jordan StephensWomen by Chloe CaldwellBook Reccos Website, Shop & newsletter: Don't forget to check out our website and checkout the Book Reccos shop to purchase your very own Book Reccos Reading Journal! And whilst you're there sign up to our newsletter to receive a monthly email from us to fill you in on our favourite reccos of the month. Head to www.bookreccos.com Get in Touch: Instagram: @bookreccos Email: hello@bookreccos.comWebsite: www.bookreccos.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome back! In this episode Jess and Lauren fill you in on all they got up to over the summer break, and throw in a recco for Janice Hallett's newest book too!Books Mentioned in this Episode:The Examiner by Janice Hallett Book Reccos Website, Shop & newsletter: Don't forget to check out our website and checkout the Book Reccos shop to purchase your very own Book Reccos Reading Journal! And whilst you're there sign up to our newsletter to receive a monthly email from us to fill you in on our favourite reccos of the month. Head to www.bookreccos.com Get in Touch: Instagram: @bookreccos Email: hello@bookreccos.comWebsite: www.bookreccos.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It's the final episode before a little summer break, so today Jess and Lauren share the low down on their second Reading Retreat as well as leaving you with some reccos for the summer!Books Mentioned in this Episode:One of the Good Guys by Araminta HallThe Salt Path by Raynor Winn Tom Lake by Ann Patchett Book Reccos Website, Shop & newsletter: Don't forget to check out our website and checkout the Book Reccos shop to purchase your very own Book Reccos Reading Journal! And whilst you're there sign up to our newsletter to receive a monthly email from us to fill you in on our favourite reccos of the month. Head to www.bookreccos.com Get in Touch: Instagram: @bookreccos Email: hello@bookreccos.comWebsite: www.bookreccos.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week, Jess and Lauren discuss the books that made it into The New York Times Top 100 books of the 21st Century, sharing reccos on the books they've read and the ones worthy of adding to the TBR. This episode is brought to you by Snuggs, the brand on a mission to make periods simpler with the COMFIEST period pants on the market. And you can try them out for yourselves using our code for 15% off - just type BOOKRECCOS15 when you visit their website: https://snuggs.uk/discount/BOOKRECCOS15Books Mentioned in this Episode:Never Let Me Go by Kazuo Ishiguro The Underground Railroad by Colson Whitehead My Brilliant Friend by Elena Ferrante Americanah by Chimamanda Ngozi AdichieThe Brief Wondrous Life of Oscar Wao by Junot DíazTomorrow, and Tomorrow, and Tomorrow by Gabrielle ZevinThe Year of Magical Thinking by Joan DidionThe Great Believers by Rebecca MakkaiAtonement by Ian McEwanSmall Things Like These by Claire KeeganOlive Kitteridge by Elizabeth StroutAn American Marriage by Tayari JonesDetransition, Baby by Torrey PetersOn Beauty by Zadie SmithRead the full list here: https://www.nytimes.com/interactive/2024/books/best-books-21st-century.html?searchResultPosition=8Book Reccos Website, Shop & newsletter: Don't forget to check out our website and checkout the Book Reccos shop to purchase your very own Book Reccos Reading Journal! And whilst you're there sign up to our newsletter to receive a monthly email from us to fill you in on our favourite reccos of the month. Head to www.bookreccos.com Get in Touch: Instagram: @bookreccos Email: hello@bookreccos.comWebsite: www.bookreccos.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week, Jess and Lauren interview none other than award-winning journalist & author Olivia Petter on her NEW book Gold Rush which is set to be the book of the summer!This episode is brought to you by Snuggs, the brand on a mission to make periods simpler with the COMFIEST period pants on the market. And you can try them out for yourselves using our code for 15% off - just type BOOKRECCOS15 when you visit their website: https://snuggs.uk/discount/BOOKRECCOS15Books Mentioned in this Episode:Gold Rush by Olivia PetterFreedom by Jonathan FranzenThe Furies by Elizabeth FlockBook Reccos Website, Shop & newsletter: Don't forget to check out our website and checkout the Book Reccos shop to purchase your very own Book Reccos Reading Journal! And whilst you're there sign up to our newsletter to receive a monthly email from us to fill you in on our favourite reccos of the month. Head to www.bookreccos.com Get in Touch: Instagram: @bookreccos Email: hello@bookreccos.comWebsite: www.bookreccos.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A little known artist by the name of Taylor Swift was recently touring in the UK, so today's episode takes inspiration from the Eras tour, providing you with a recco for each era....Are You Ready For It? Join Jess and Lauren for part 2!This episode is brought to you by Snuggs, the brand on a mission to make periods simpler with the COMFIEST period pants on the market. And you can try them out for yourselves using our code for 15% off - just type BOOKRECCOS15 when you visit their website: https://snuggs.uk/discount/BOOKRECCOS15Books Mentioned in this Episode:Writers & Lovers by Lily KingLonely Castle in the Mirror by Mizuki TsujimuraMy Brilliant Friend by Elena FerranteAll the Light We Cannot See by Anthony DoerrThe Sun & Her Followers by Rupi KaurBook Reccos Website, Shop & newsletter:Don't forget to check out our website and checkout the Book Reccos shop to purchase your very own Book Reccos Reading Journal! And whilst you're there sign up to our newsletter to receive a monthly email from us to fill you in on our favourite reccos of the month. Head to www.bookreccos.comGet in Touch:Instagram: @bookreccosEmail: hello@bookreccos.comWebsite: www.bookreccos.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A little known artist by the name of Taylor Swift was recently touring in the UK, so today's episode takes inspiration from the Eras tour, providing you with a recco for each era....Are You Ready For It?This episode is brought to you by Snuggs, the brand on a mission to make periods simpler with the COMFIEST period pants on the market. And you can try them out for yourselves using our code for 15% off - just type BOOKRECCOS15 when you visit their website: https://snuggs.uk/discount/BOOKRECCOS15Books Mentioned in this Episode:Bear Town series by Fredrik BackmanBrother.Do.You.Love.Me by Manny & Reuben CoeBetter By Far by Hazel HayesOrdinary Human Failings by Megan NolanLeftover Woman by Jean KwokBook Reccos Website, Shop & newsletter:Don't forget to check out our website and checkout the Book Reccos shop to purchase your very own Book Reccos Reading Journal! And whilst you're there sign up to our newsletter to receive a monthly email from us to fill you in on our favourite reccos of the month. Head to www.bookreccos.comGet in Touch:Instagram: @bookreccosEmail: hello@bookreccos.comWebsite: www.bookreccos.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

As we're now officially half way through the year, in this episode Jess and Lauren use their Reading Journals for a mid-year reading check-in.Books Mentioned in this Episode:Everytime I go on Vacation Someone Dies by Catherine MackDeath at the Sign of the Rook by Kate Atkinson Book Reccos Website, Shop & newsletter: Don't forget to check out our website and checkout the Book Reccos shop to purchase your very own Book Reccos Reading Journal! And whilst you're there sign up to our newsletter to receive a monthly email from us to fill you in on our favourite reccos of the month. Head to www.bookreccos.com Get in Touch: Instagram: @bookreccos Email: hello@bookreccos.comWebsite: www.bookreccos.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This is the episode Jess and Lauren have been promising for a while: a round up of the recent historical fiction books they've enjoyed this year. Coming from two people who claim to not like historical fiction, you can trust this will be full of reccos.Books Mentioned in this Episode:In Memoriam by Alice Winn The Nightingale by Kristin HannahHomecoming by Katie MortonBeautiful Ruins by Jess WalterBook Reccos Website, Shop & newsletter: Don't forget to check out our website and checkout the Book Reccos shop to purchase your very own Book Reccos Reading Journal! And whilst you're there sign up to our newsletter to receive a monthly email from us to fill you in on our favourite reccos of the month. Head to www.bookreccos.com Get in Touch: Instagram: @bookreccos Email: hello@bookreccos.comWebsite: www.bookreccos.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In today's episode, Jess and Lauren are back with a listener's favourite: their top reccos for summer reads 2024. Whether you're going away, or plan on reading in the garden, tune in to hear about the books which should be on your packing list.Books Mentioned in this Episode:Sandwich by Catherine NewmanThis is Fine by Poorna BellLies & Weddings by Kevin KwanFunny Story by Emily HenryThis Motherless Land by Nikki MayBook Reccos Website, Shop & newsletter: Don't forget to check out our website and checkout the Book Reccos shop to purchase your very own Book Reccos Reading Journal! And whilst you're there sign up to our newsletter to receive a monthly email from us to fill you in on our favourite reccos of the month. Head to www.bookreccos.com Get in Touch: Instagram: @bookreccos Email: hello@bookreccos.comWebsite: www.bookreccos.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

After taking a half term break, Jess and Lauren are back to fill you in on what they got up to in May, and what they enjoyed reading!Books Mentioned in this Episode:Making It by Laura Kay My Favourite Mistake by Marian KeyesBook Reccos Website, Shop & newsletter: Don't forget to check out our website and checkout the Book Reccos shop to purchase your very own Book Reccos Reading Journal! And whilst you're there sign up to our newsletter to receive a monthly email from us to fill you in on our favourite reccos of the month. Head to www.bookreccos.com Get in Touch: Instagram: @bookreccos Email: hello@bookreccos.comWebsite: www.bookreccos.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A very special book is about to release and this episode is dedicated to Coco Mellors new book Blue Sisters! After interviewing Coco on the podcast following the success of her first novel Cleopatra & Frankenstein, this book was a HIGHLY anticipated read, and Jess and Lauren dive into it today.After this week's episode the podcast will be taking a half term break - but don't worry, we'll be back in June to fill you in on all the things we got up to!Books Mentioned in this Episode:Blue Sisters by Coco MellorsBook Reccos Website, Shop & newsletter: Don't forget to check out our website and checkout the Book Reccos shop to purchase your very own Book Reccos Reading Journal! And whilst you're there sign up to our newsletter to receive a monthly email from us to fill you in on our favourite reccos of the month. Head to www.bookreccos.com Get in Touch: Instagram: @bookreccos Email: hello@bookreccos.comWebsite: www.bookreccos.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It's time for part two of Star Signs as Books - tune in as Jess and Lauren pick up where they left off and pair some stellar books with astrological signsBooks Mentioned in this Episode:How to Solve Your Own Murder by Kristen PerrinAtomic Habits: by James ClearWild by Kristin HannahLagos Wife by Vanessa WaltersFirst Lie wins by Ashley ElstonMy Mess is a Bit of a Life by Georgia PritchettThe Success Myth by Emma GannonBook Reccos Website, Shop & newsletter:Don't forget to check out our website and checkout the Book Reccos shop to purchase your very own Book Reccos Reading Journal! And whilst you're there sign up to our newsletter to receive a monthly email from us to fill you in on our favourite reccos of the month. Head to www.bookreccos.comGet in Touch:Instagram: @bookreccosEmail: hello@bookreccos.comWebsite: www.bookreccos.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Join Jess and Lauren for Part 1 of their Star Signs as Book Reccos episode. From fiery adventures for Aries to comforting reads for Taurus, this episode will match books or characters to each of the signsBooks Mentioned in this Episode:The List of Suspicious Things by Jennie GodfreyArrangements in Blue - by Amy KeyWinter Garden by Kristin HannahFrank & Red by Matt CoyneThe Secret Life of Bees - Sue Monk KiddBook Reccos Website, Shop & newsletter:Don't forget to check out our website and checkout the Book Reccos shop to purchase your very own Book Reccos Reading Journal! And whilst you're there sign up to our newsletter to receive a monthly email from us to fill you in on our favourite reccos of the month. Head to www.bookreccos.comGet in Touch:Instagram: @bookreccosEmail: hello@bookreccos.comWebsite: www.bookreccos.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today's episode is a celebration of Book Reccos turning 4 - which means this lovely podcast has turned 3 years old! So today, Jess and Lauren are digging in to some of the episodes you've loved most this past year and answering your questions!Book Reccos Website, Shop & newsletter: Don't forget to check out our website and checkout the Book Reccos shop to purchase your very own Book Reccos Reading Journal! And whilst you're there sign up to our newsletter to receive a monthly email from us to fill you in on our favourite reccos of the month. Head to www.bookreccos.com Get in Touch: Instagram: @bookreccos Email: hello@bookreccos.comWebsite: www.bookreccos.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today Jess and Lauren are joined by the queen of summer and nostalgia Carley Fortune on her latest book This Summer Will Be Different which publishes next month and is the summer beach read you've all been waiting for! Books Mentioned in this Episode:This Summer Will Be DifferentMeet Me at the LakeEvery Summer After How to End a Love Story Anne of Green Gables Book Reccos Website, Shop & newsletter: Don't forget to check out our website and checkout the Book Reccos shop to purchase your very own Book Reccos Reading Journal! And whilst you're there sign up to our newsletter to receive a monthly email from us to fill you in on our favourite reccos of the month. Head to www.bookreccos.com Get in Touch: Instagram: @bookreccos Email: hello@bookreccos.comWebsite: www.bookreccos.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this week's episode Jess and Lauren chat about the latest book from the mastermind behind the book and series that has had the nation weeping this year: David Nicholls! He has a new book publishing this month called You Are Here which is a love story of first encounters, second chances and finding the way homeBooks Mentioned in this Episode:You are Here by David NichollsBook Reccos Website, Shop & newsletter: Don't forget to check out our website and checkout the Book Reccos shop to purchase your very own Book Reccos Reading Journal! And whilst you're there sign up to our newsletter to receive a monthly email from us to fill you in on our favourite reccos of the month. Head to www.bookreccos.com Get in Touch: Instagram: @bookreccos Email: hello@bookreccos.comWebsite: www.bookreccos.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

After a lovely Easter break, in this episode Jess and Lauren catch up on what they got up to in March, including Lauren's trip to Peru and some sneaky DIY reccos from Jess!This episode is brought to you by Aery Living, who are on a mission to bring you and your home feel-good quality fragrances so you can wind down the right way, through life's simple pleasures. You can use code RECCOS25 for an exclusive 25% off their website here.Books Mentioned in this Episode:Darling Girls by Sally HepworthBook Reccos Website, Shop & newsletter:Don't forget to check out our website and checkout the Book Reccos shop to purchase your very own Book Reccos Reading Journal! And whilst you're there sign up to our newsletter to receive a monthly email from us to fill you in on our favourite reccos of the month. Head to www.bookreccos.comGet in Touch:Instagram: @bookreccosEmail: hello@bookreccos.comWebsite: www.bookreccos.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this week's episode Jess and Lauren dive in to a book trope they can never get enough of: it's enemies to lovers! Tune in to find out their thoughts on what makes this genre tick, and some of their fav reccos.This episode is brought to you by Aery Living, who are on a mission to bring you and your home feel-good quality fragrances so you can wind down the right way, through life's simple pleasures. You can use code RECCOS25 for an exclusive 25% off their website HERE.Books Mentioned in this Episode:How to End a Love Story by Yulin KuangAct Your Age Eve Brown by Talia HibbertThe Wake Up Call by Beth O'LearyUgly love by Colleen Hoover Red, White & Royal Blue by Casey McQuistonBook Lovers by Emily HenryMy Own Worst Enemy by Lili LindonA Lady's Guide to Fortune Hunting by Sophie IrwinBook Reccos Website, Shop & newsletter: Don't forget to check out our website and checkout the Book Reccos shop to purchase your very own Book Reccos Reading Journal! And whilst you're there sign up to our newsletter to receive a monthly email from us to fill you in on our favourite reccos of the month. Head to www.bookreccos.com Get in Touch: Instagram: @bookreccos Email: hello@bookreccos.comWebsite: www.bookreccos.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this week's episode Jess and Lauren challenge each other to find a book recco related to a random playlist found on Spotify.This episode is brought to you by Aery Living, who are on a mission to bring you and your home feel-good quality fragrances so you can wind down the right way, through life's simple pleasures. You can use code RECCOS25 for an exclusive 25% off their website here.Books Mentioned in this Episode:Sad Girl Novel by Pip FinkemeyerCrazy Rich Asians series by Kevin KwanBefore the Coffee Gets Cold by Toshikazu Kawaguchi Amazing Disgrace by Grace CampbellBook Reccos Website, Shop & newsletter: Don't forget to check out our website and checkout the Book Reccos shop to purchase your very own Book Reccos Reading Journal! And whilst you're there sign up to our newsletter to receive a monthly email from us to fill you in on our favourite reccos of the month. Head to www.bookreccos.com Get in Touch: Instagram: @bookreccos Email: hello@bookreccos.comWebsite: www.bookreccos.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

If you thought Illicit affairs is just the title of a banger by Taylor Swift, you'd be very wrong. In today's episode, Jess and Lauren discuss their recent read - Green Dot by Madeleine Gray - which opens us a conversation about some literary masterpieces that explore affairs in their many forms.This episode is brought to you by Aery Living, who are on a mission to bring you and your home feel-good quality fragrances so you can wind down the right way, through life's simple pleasures. You can use code RECCOS25 for an exclusive 25% off HERE.Books Mentioned in this Episode:Green Dot by Madeleine GrayThe Paper Palace - Miranda Cowley HellerFault Lines by Emily ItamiLuster by Raven LeilaniBook Reccos Website, Shop & newsletter:Don't forget to check out our website and checkout the Book Reccos shop to purchase your very own Book Reccos Reading Journal! And whilst you're there sign up to our newsletter to receive a monthly email from us to fill you in on our favourite reccos of the month. Head to www.bookreccos.comGet in Touch:Instagram: @bookreccosEmail: hello@bookreccos.comWebsite: www.bookreccos.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.