Booked In

In today's episode, I chat about some of my recent reads, tell you what I'm currently reading, and even share some future books on my list! Play the episode to hear a chatty reading update with me :) Welcome to the Booked In Podcast! I'm Jessica, reader and writer. This is a podcast for those with a passion for stories and reading. Join me for new episodes every Thursday! Buy the books mentioned: https://bookshop.org/shop/jessicacwrites Socials: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jessicacwrites/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/jessicacwrites Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/user/show/43429357-jessica-c-writes Newsletter: https://www.subscribepage.com/t7x2e3 --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/bookedin/message

In this episode, I basically talk about how bad I am at sticking to my TBR and reading the books that are already on my shelves...but I also gave you the numbers to back that up! If you're interested in that kind of stuff, I hope you enjoy listening! Welcome to the Booked In Podcast! I'm Jessica, reader and writer. This is a podcast for those with a passion for stories and reading. Join me for new episodes every Thursday! Buy the books mentioned: https://bookshop.org/shop/jessicacwrites Socials: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jessicacwrites/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/jessicacwrites Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/user/show/43429357-jessica-c-writes Newsletter: https://www.subscribepage.com/t7x2e3 --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/bookedin/message

I have been MIA for a bit, but I'm back (again, and for a while this time)! In this rambly episode, I talk about a strange (and very rare) reading slump that I was in, I share some more info about how I'm studying abroad in London this fall, and I gush about a nonfiction book that put my life back in the right direction! — Welcome to the Booked In Podcast! I'm Jessica, reader and writer. This is a podcast for those with a passion for stories and reading. Join me for new episodes every Thursday! Buy the books mentioned: https://bookshop.org/shop/jessicacwrites Socials: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jessicacwrites/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/jessicacwrites Newsletter: https://www.subscribepage.com/t7x2e3 --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/bookedin/message

Today I'm sharing recommendations of books that take place in the summer to kick off the month of June! Welcome to the Booked In Podcast! I'm Jessica, reader and writer. This is a podcast for those with a passion for stories and reading. Join me for new episodes every Thursday! Buy the books mentioned: https://bookshop.org/shop/jessicacwrites Socials: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jessicacwrites/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/jessicacwrites Newsletter: https://www.subscribepage.com/t7x2e3 --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/bookedin/message

May is Mental Health Awareness Month, so in today's episode, I wanted to share recommendations for books with mental illness representation! I hope you find a new book to read here! Welcome to the Booked In Podcast! I'm Jessica, reader and writer. This is a podcast for those with a passion for stories and reading. Join me for new episodes every Thursday! Buy the books mentioned: https://bookshop.org/shop/jessicacwrites Socials: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jessicacwrites/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/jessicacwrites Newsletter: https://www.subscribepage.com/t7x2e3 --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/bookedin/message

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I'm back, friends! After a little break, I am back with a new and improved podcast format which I hope you'll enjoy! Today I'm talking about some books that take place in a boarding school. If that's something you're interested in, then click the play button! Welcome to the Booked In Podcast! I'm Jessica, reader and writer. This is a podcast for those with a passion for stories and reading. Join me for new episodes every Thursday! Buy the books mentioned: https://bookshop.org/shop/jessicacwrites Link to Tiffany's Post: https://readbytiffany.com/2020/11/15/everything-you-need-to-know-before-you-read-the-poppy-war-by-r-f-kuang/ Socials: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jessicacwrites/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/jessicacwrites Newsletter: https://www.subscribepage.com/t7x2e3 --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/bookedin/message

Goal setting is a huge part of my life, so I wanted to be sure I dedicated a whole episode to it! Listen to hear my process and how it works! Booked In is a podcast for storytellers—those who love words as much as I do, whether that be by reading, writing, or simply being creative. Join me for new episodes every Thursday. Books Mentioned: The Perfect Mother by Aimee Molloy Socials: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jessicacwrites/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/jessicacwrites Blog: https://jessicacwrites.com/ Newsletter: https://www.subscribepage.com/t7x2e3 --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/bookedin/message

I'm back for another author interview! This time it is with another debut author—Rachel Griffin! Rachel Griffin is the author of the upcoming The Nature of Witches, releasing from Sourcebooks Fire in 2021, with a second standalone novel to follow in 2022. When she isn’t writing, you can find her wandering the Pacific Northwest, reading by the fire, or drinking copious amounts of coffee and tea. She lives in the Seattle area with her husband, dog, and growing collection of houseplants. Where to Find Rachel: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/timesnewrachel/ Website: https://www.rachelgriffinbooks.com/ Booked In is a podcast for storytellers—those who love words as much as I do, whether that be by reading, writing, or simply being creative. Join me for new episodes every Thursday. Socials: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jessicacwrites/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/jessicacwrites Blog: https://jessicacwrites.com/ Newsletter: https://www.subscribepage.com/t7x2e3 --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/bookedin/message

Today's episode is a little bit different than usual... I'm starting a new series of writer spotlights where I give you the history behind some of the most interesting authors! In the first installment, I'm talking all about the life of the prolific mystery author Agatha Christie! Booked In is a podcast for storytellers—those who love words as much as I do, whether that be by reading, writing, or simply being creative. Join me for new episodes every Thursday. Books Mentioned: Monday's Not Coming by Tiffany D. Jackson Links about Agatha Christie: https://www.agathachristie.com/about-christie https://www.notablebiographies.com/Ch-Co/Christie-Agatha.html https://www.mentalfloss.com/article/85723/15-mysterious-facts-about-agatha-christie https://tonyriches.blogspot.com/2014/02/agatha-christies-writing-habits.html Socials: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jessicacwrites/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/jessicacwrites Blog: https://jessicacwrites.com/ Newsletter: https://www.subscribepage.com/t7x2e3 --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/bookedin/message

In today's episode, I got to chat with Hanna Holt, a self-published author who just released her debut novel in February. Hanna is a 20-something college graduate who reignited her passion for writing after finishing school with a Bachelor's in Social Work. She is currently living in Maryland with her husband, dog, and two cats, while working towards her Master's in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. When she isn’t working full-time, studying for exams, or reading she is immersed in the romantic lives of the characters that live inside of her head. Where to find Hanna: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hanna__holt/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/hannadianeee Website: https://www.hannaholtbooks.com/ Booked In is a podcast for storytellers—those who love words as much as I do, whether that be by reading, writing, or simply being creative. Join me for new episodes every Thursday. Socials: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jessicacwrites/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/jessicacwrites Blog: https://jessicacwrites.com/ Newsletter: https://www.subscribepage.com/t7x2e3 --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/bookedin/message

Today I'm talking about a debate I've had with reader friends for ages! Series or standalones? Which is the superior choice? Find out what I think in this episode, and feel free to share your own thoughts with me on Instagram or Twitter! Booked In is a podcast for storytellers—those who love words as much as I do, whether that be by reading, writing, or simply being creative. Join me for new episodes every Thursday. Books Mentioned: Leave the World Behind by Rumaan Alam The Night Circus by Erin Morgenstern Summer Bird Blue by Akemi Dawn Bowman The Poet X by Elizabeth Acevedo Daisy Jones & The Six by Taylor Jenkins Reid Truly Devious by Maureen Johnson The Diviners by Libba Bray To All the Boys I've Loved Before by Jenny Han Socials: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jessicacwrites/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/jessicacwrites Blog: https://jessicacwrites.com/ Newsletter: https://www.subscribepage.com/t7x2e3 --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/bookedin/message

Today we're talking about writer's block. Is it just a myth? Can it be prevented? How do you combat it? I share a few of my ultimate tips for getting out of that creative rut and re-inspiring yourself. Booked In is a podcast for storytellers—those who love words as much as I do, whether that be by reading, writing, or simply being creative. Join me for new episodes every Thursday. Books Mentioned: A Promised Land by Barack Obama Socials: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jessicacwrites/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/jessicacwrites Blog: https://jessicacwrites.com/ Newsletter: https://www.subscribepage.com/t7x2e3 --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/bookedin/message

My word of the year for 2021 is balance. In this episode, I share a couple of the time management and planning tips I have with you to help you fit in time for reading, writing, work, school, and whatever else you have in your schedule. Life can get busy and it's not always easy to juggle our obligations with our hobbies! I hope this episode helps you a little. Booked In is a podcast for storytellers—those who love words as much as I do, whether that be by reading, writing, or simply being creative. Join me for new episodes every Thursday. Books Mentioned: The Witches of New York by Ami McKay Socials: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jessicacwrites/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/jessicacwrites Blog: https://jessicacwrites.com/ Newsletter: https://www.subscribepage.com/t7x2e3 --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/bookedin/message

Welcome to the Booked In Podcast! I'm Jessica Ciarczynski, a blogger, reader, and writer. Basically, I create and collect words! This is a podcast for storytellers—those who love words as much as I do, whether that be by reading, writing, or simply being creative. New episodes go live every Thursday. In this episode, I have my first guest—the lovely Rory Power! Rory Power is the New York Times bestselling author of Wilder Girls and Burn Our Bodies Down. She grew up in New England, where she lives and works as a crime fiction editor and story consultant for TV adaptation. She received a Masters in Prose Fiction from the University of East Anglia, and thinks fondly of her time there, partially because she learned a lot but mostly because there were a ton of bunnies on campus. I chat with her about her writing process, tv show recommendations, and dealing with burnout as a writer. Where to find Rory: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/itsrorypower/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/itsrorypower Website: https://itsrorypower.com/ Socials: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jessicacwrites/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/jessicacwrites Blog: https://jessicacwrites.com/ Newsletter: https://www.subscribepage.com/t7x2e3 --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/bookedin/message

In this episode of the podcast, I share the seven bookish sins I've committed! I spill some of my secret reading habits...some that might be a little controversial. Listen to find out what they are! Welcome to the Booked In Podcast! I'm Jessica Ciarczynski, a blogger, reader, and writer. Basically, I create and collect words! This is a podcast for storytellers—those who love words as much as I do, whether that be by reading, writing, or simply being creative. New episodes go live every Thursday. Books Mentioned: The Dreamers by Karen Thompson Walker The Queen's Gambit by Walter Tevis You by Caroline Kepnes Socials: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jessicacwrites/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/jessicacwrites Blog: https://jessicacwrites.com/ Newsletter: https://www.subscribepage.com/t7x2e3 --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/bookedin/message

Welcome to the trailer for the Booked In Podcast! I'm Jessica Ciarczynski, a blogger, reader, and writer. Basically, I create and collect words! This is a podcast for storytellers—those who love words as much as I do, whether that be by reading, writing, or simply being creative. New episodes go live every Thursday. Books Mentioned: Plain Bad Heroines by Emily. M. Danforth Socials: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jessicacwrites/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/jessicacwrites Blog: https://jessicacwrites.com/ Newsletter: https://www.subscribepage.com/t7x2e3 Writing Prompt Credit https://writingwithus.blogspot.com/2020/12/writing-prompts-331-340.html --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/bookedin/message

Welcome to the Booked In Podcast! I'm Jessica Ciarczynski, a blogger, reader, and writer. Basically, I create and collect words! This is a podcast for storytellers—those who love words as much as I do, whether that be by reading, writing, or simply being creative. New episodes go live every Thursday. Books Mentioned: The Near Witch by V.E. Schwab My Dark Vanessa by Kate Elizabeth Russell The Vanishing Stair by Maureen Johnson You Should See Me in a Crown by Leah Johnson Mexican Gothic by Silvia Moreno-Garcia The Ex Talk by Rachel Lynn Solomon Socials: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jessicacwrites/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/jessicacwrites Blog: https://jessicacwrites.com/ Newsletter: https://www.subscribepage.com/t7x2e3 --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/bookedin/message

Welcome to the trailer for the Booked In Podcast! I'm Jessica Ciarczynski, a blogger, reader, and writer. Basically, I create and collect words! This is a podcast for storytellers—those who love words as much as I do, whether that be by reading, writing, or simply being creative. New episodes go live every Thursday. Socials: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jessicacwrites/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/jessicacwrites Blog: https://jessicacwrites.com/ Newsletter: https://www.subscribepage.com/t7x2e3 --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/bookedin/message