Literally Reading

We are Traci and Ellie, two bookish friends who read in any spare minute that we have.  This week, we have our Summer Reading Guide 2025 for you! To shop the books listed in this episode, visit our shop at bookshop.org.   Care to join us on Patreon with even more content?  We would love to have you join us at From the Bookstacks of Literally Reading! Crack the Book Open: What Lies in the Woods by Kate Alice Marshall (Ellie) The Intern by Michele Campbell (Traci) Good Company by Cynthia D'Aprix Sweeney (Ellie) Bandit Queens by Parini Shroff (Traci) The Seven Year Slip by Ashley Poston (Ellie) Big Summer by Jennifer Weiner (Traci)  

We are Traci and Ellie, two bookish friends who read in any spare minute that we have.  This week, we have the next installment in our I LOVE series and this time, we are sharing our love for the beach! To shop the books listed in this episode, visit our shop at bookshop.org.   Care to join us on Patreon with even more content?  We would love to have you join us at From the Bookstacks of Literally Reading! Literally Reading:  Saltwater by Katy Hays (Traci) Ordinary Time by Annie B. Jones (Ellie) Crack the Book Open: The Paradise Problem by Christina Lauren (Traci) Shipped by Angie Hockman (Ellie) Reckless Girls by Rachel Hawkins (Traci) Something in the Water by Catherine Steadman (Ellie) Island of the Blue Dolphins by Scott O'Dell (Traci) The Island of Sea Women by Lisa See (Ellie)  

Hi Readers!  Welcome to Literary Lineup: May 2025 Edition! On this mini-episode, we'll each share three books that we are hoping to pick-up in May. May 2025 The Doorman by Chris Pavone (Traci) The Road to Tender Hearts by Annie Harnett (Ellie) A Winter's Promise by Christelle Dabos (Traci) Climbing in Heels by Elaine Goldsmith-Thomas (Ellie) Maine Characters by Hannah Orenstein (Ellie)  

Psst. We have a BONUS episode today and we're giving everyone a sneak peak of what you can find over on our Patreon: From the Bookstacks of Literally Reading. This episode was released in March of 2024 and is one of our most popular episodes: What We Literally Read. If you like it, you'll get this episode (and 1-2 more!) each month if you subscribe to our Patreon!  Enjoy this throw back to March 2024!

We are Traci and Ellie, two bookish friends who read in any spare minute that we have.  This week, we have another book typing episode… we are matching our favorite spring flowers to books! To shop the books listed in this episode, visit our shop at bookshop.org.   Care to join us on Patreon with even more content?  We would love to have you join us at From the Bookstacks of Literally Reading! Literally Reading:  First Time Caller by BK Borrison (Ellie) Promise Me Sunshine by Cara Bastone (Traci) Crack the Book Open: The Cheat Sheet by Sarah Adams (Ellie) Love and Other Great Expectations by Becky Dean (Traci) This Summer Will Be Different by Carley Fortune (Ellie) The Two Lives of Lydia Bird by Josie Silver (Traci) People We Meet on Vacation by Emily Henry (Ellie) The Happy Life of Isadora Bentley (Traci) Rock Paper Scissors by Alice Feeney (Ellie) Five Survive by Holly Jackson (Traci)  

We are Traci and Ellie, two bookish friends who read in any spare minute that we have.  This week, we're talking about the qualities that make a book a fast read. To shop the books listed in this episode, visit our shop at bookshop.org.   Care to join us on Patreon with even more content?  We would love to have you join us at From the Bookstacks of Literally Reading! Literally Reading:  Tartufo by Kira Jane Buxton (Traci) Playing Nice by J.P. Delaney (Ellie) Crack the Book Open: Short Books for When You're Short on Time   

Hi Readers!  Welcome to Literary Lineup: April 2025 Edition! On this mini-episode, we'll each share three books that we are hoping to pick-up in April. April 2025 Great Big Beautiful Life by Emily Henry (Ellie) Say You'll Remember Me by Jimenez  (Traci) Swept Away by Beth O'Leary (Ellie) Heartwood by Amity Gage (Traci) Fun for the Whole Family by Jennifer E. Smith (Traci)  

We are Traci and Ellie, two bookish friends who read in any spare minute that we have.  This week we are celebrating five years of Literally Reading! To shop the books listed in this episode, visit our shop at bookshop.org.   Care to join us on Patreon with even more content?  We would love to have you join us at From the Bookstacks of Literally Reading! Literally Reading:  Famous Last Words by Gillian McAllister (Ellie) Penitence by Kristin Koval (Traci) Crack the Book Open: Interview with Annie B. Jones Interview with Katherine Center  Mothers in Literature (Ep. 55) Thanksgiving Food and Their Counterparts (Ep. 77) Anna Karenina by Leo Tolstoy Lonesome Dove by Larry McMurtry The Secret History by Donna Tartt  Wuthering Heights by Emily Bronte Best Books of 2023  Backlist Bookcase Episodes   

We are Traci and Ellie, two bookish friends who read in any spare minute that we have.  This week we have our take on March Madness … the March Madness of new releases!. To shop the books listed in this episode, visit our shop at bookshop.org.   Care to join us on Patreon with even more content?  We would love to have you join us at From the Bookstacks of Literally Reading! Literally Reading:  The Unselected Journals of Emma M. Lion Vol. 1 by Beth Brower (Ellie) This Motherless Land by Nikki May (Traci) Crack the Book Open: One Good Thing by Georgia Hunter   The Paris Express by Emma Donoghue   One Death at a Time by Abbi Waxman  Kills Well with Others by Deanna Raybourn Totally and Completely Fine by Elissa Sussman  One Golden Summer  by Carley Fortune   It's a Love Story by Annabel Monaghan  The Love Haters by Katherine Center  Shopgirls by Jessica Anya Blau Atmosphere by Taylor Jenkins Reid  Saltwater by Katy Hays  My Friends by Fredrik Backman  All the Men I've Loved Again by Christine Pride  Everyone is Lying to You by Jo Piazza The Irresistible Urge to Fall for Your Enemy by Brigitte Knightley  How to Lose a Lord in Ten Days by Sophie Irwin   

Hi Readers!  Welcome to Literary Lineup: March 2025 Edition! On this mini-episode, we'll each share three books that we are hoping to pick-up in March. March 2025 The Jackal's Mistress by Chris Bohjalian (Traci) All the Other Mothers Hate Me by Sarah Harman (Ellie) Kate & Frida by Kim Fay (Traci) Promise Me Sunshine by Cara Bastone (Ellie) Something Like Fate by Amy Lea (Traci) Broken Country by Clare Leslie Hall (Ellie)  

We are Traci and Ellie, two bookish friends who read in any spare minute that we have.  This week we are giving you a starter pack for Middle Grade March. To shop the books listed in this episode, visit our shop at bookshop.org.   Care to join us on Patreon with even more content?  We would love to have you join us at From the Bookstacks of Literally Reading! Literally Reading:  Good Dirt by Charmaine Wilkerson (Ellie) The Favorites by Layne Fargo (Traci) Crack the Book Open: Wonder by RJ Palacio (Ellie) The Unadoptables by Hana Took (Traci) Front Desk by Kelly Yang (Ellie) The True Confessions of Charlotte Doyle by Avi (Traci) The List of Things that Will Not Change by Rebecca Stead (Ellie) The Door in the Dragon's Throat by Frank Peretti (Traci)  

We are Traci and Ellie, two bookish friends who read in any spare minute that we have.  This week we are chatting about our love of Liane Moriarty!  To shop the books listed in this episode, visit our shop at bookshop.org.   Care to join us on Patreon with even more content?  We would love to have you join us at From the Bookstacks of Literally Reading! Crack the Book Open (all by Liana Moriarty): Three Wishes The Last Anniversary What Alice Forgot The Hypnotist's Love Story The Husband's Secret Big Little Lies Truly Madly Guilty Nine Perfect Strangers Apple Never Fall Here One Moment  

Hi Readers!  Welcome to Literary Lineup: February 2025 Edition! On this mini-episode, we'll each share three books that we are hoping to pick-up in February. February 2025 Here Be Dragons by Melanie Shankle (Ellie) Witchcraft for Wayward Girls by Grady Hendrix (Traci) Memorial Days by Geraldine Brooks (Ellie) The Snowbirds by Christina Clancy (Traci) Famous Last Words by Gillian McAllister (Ellie) Back After This by Linda Holmes (Traci)  

We are Traci and Ellie, two bookish friends who read in any spare minute that we have.  This week we are chatting about a book category needed by all - palate cleansers!  To shop the books listed in this episode, visit our shop at bookshop.org.   Care to join us on Patreon with even more content?  We would love to have you join us at From the Bookstacks of Literally Reading! Literally Reading:  Ghosted by Rosie Walsh (Ellie)  Quicksilver by Callie Hart (Traci) Crack the Book Open: Limelight by Amy Poeppel (Ellie) The Getaway List by Emma Lord (Traci) Just Another Missing Person by Gillian McAllister (Ellie) Mastering the Art of French Murder by Colleen Cambridge (Traci) What to Say Next by Julie Buxbaum (Ellie) Tokyo Ever After by Emiko Jean (Traci) The Giver of Stars by Jojo Moyes (Ellie) The Neighbor's Secret by L. Allison Heller (Traci)  

We are Traci and Ellie, two bookish friends who read in any spare minute that we have.  This week we are sharing our Top Ten Books of 2024!  To shop the books listed in this episode, visit our shop at bookshop.org.   Care to join us on Patreon with even more content?  We would love to have you join us at From the Bookstacks of Literally Reading! Traci: The Paris Novel by Ruth Reichl The Cheat Sheet by Sarah Adams Be Ready When the Luck Happens by Ina Garten The Most Wonderful Crime of the Year by Ally Carter The Paradise Problem by Christina Lauren Draco Malfoy and the Mortifying Ordeal of Being in Love by isthisselfcare Small Mercies by Dennis Lehane Table for Two by Amor Towles The Wedding People by Alison Espach Mary Jane by Jessica Anya Blau Ellie: What Does it Feel Like by Sophie Kinsella Small Mercies by Dennis Lehane  Mercury by Amy Jo Burns We are the Brennans by Tracey Lange Sandwich by Catherine Newman A Grimm Reapers Guide to Catching a Killer by Maxie Dara  Funny Story by Emily Henry Better than the Movies and Nothing Like the Movies by Lynn Painter Ready or Not by Cara Bastone  The Wedding People by Alison Espach   

Hi Readers!  Welcome to Literary Lineup: January 2025 Edition! On this mini-episode, we'll each share three books that we are hoping to pick-up in December. January 2025 Beautiful Ugly by Alice Feeney (Traci) More or Less Maddy by Lisa Genova (Ellie) Beg, Borrow, or Steal by Sarah Adams (Traci) What Happened to the McCrays by Tracey Lange (Ellie) The Starlight Heir by Amalie Howard (Traci) The Favorites by Layne Fargo (Ellie)  

We are Traci and Ellie, two bookish friends who read in any spare minute that we have.  This week we are looking back on our year of reading.  To shop the books listed in this episode, visit our shop at bookshop.org.   Care to join us on Patreon with even more content?  We would love to have you join us at From the Bookstacks of Literally Reading! Literally Reading: Shadow of Night by Deborah Harkness (Ellie) Smitten Kitchen Keepers: A Kitchen Counter Conversation by Deb Perelman (Traci) Crack the Book Open: The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe by C. S. Lewis (Ellie) Harry Potter by J.K. Rowling (Traci) The Wedding People by Allison Espach (Ellie) Sandwich by Catherine Newman (Ellie) We are the Brennans by Tracey Lange (Ellie) A Thousand Ships by Natalie Haynes (Traci) The Rom-Commers by Katherine Center (Ellie) The Summer I Turned Pretty by Jenny Han (Traci) Behind Closed Doors by B.A. Paris (Ellie) Darkness, Take My Hand by Dennis Lehane (Traci) The Women by Kristin Hannah (Ellie) It End With Us by  Colleen Hoover (Traci) The Ministry of Time by Kaliane Bradley (Ellie) The Anxious Generation by Jonathan Haidt (Traci) Absolution by Alice McDermott (Ellie) All the Colors of the Dark by Chris Whitaker (Traci) House of Flame and Shadow by Sarah J. Maas (Ellie) Twilight by Stephenie Meyer (Traci) What Happened to the McCrays by Tracey Lange (Ellie) Onyx Storm by Rebecca Yaarros (Ellie) Beg, Borrow, or Steal by Sarah Adams (Ellie) Atmosphere by Taylor Jenkins Reid (Traci)

We are Traci and Ellie, two bookish friends who read in any spare minute that we have.  This week we are counting down to 2025 with some New Year's reading intentions.  To shop the books listed in this episode, visit our shop at bookshop.org.   Care to join us on Patreon with even more content?  We would love to have you join us at From the Bookstacks of Literally Reading! Literally Reading: PS: I Hate You by Lauren Connolly (Traci) Dinner for Vampires by Bethany Joy Lenz Crack the Book Open: Dracula by Bram Stoker (Traci) Elizabeth Strout (Ellie) Wolf Hall by Hillary Mantel (Ellie)  

Hi Readers!  Welcome to Literary Lineup: December 2024 Edition! On this mini-episode, we'll each share three books that we are hoping to pick-up in December. December 2024 The Holiday Honeymoon Switch by Julia McKay (Traci) The Wedding Witch by Erin Sterling (Traci) Everyone This Christmas Has a Secret by Benjamin Stevenson (Traci) The Christmas You Found Me by Sarah Morgenthaler (Ellie) The Christmas Countdown by Holly Cassidy (Ellie) One Foggy Christmas by Kortney Kiesel  

We are Traci and Ellie, two bookish friends who read in any spare minute that we have.  This week we have our 2024 Holiday Gift Guide for you!  To shop the books listed in this episode, visit our shop at bookshop.org.   Care to join us on Patreon with even more content?  We would love to have you join us at From the Bookstacks of Literally Reading! Literally Reading: Here One Moment by Liane Moriarty (Ellie) The Spellshop by Sarah Beth Durst (Traci) Crack the Book Open: 2020 Holiday Gift Guide 2021 Holiday Gift Guide 2022 Holiday Gift Guide 2023 Holiday Gift Guide Listen for the Lie by Amy Tintera (Ellie) LEGO Books Are My Passion The Bookish Life of Nina Hill by Abbi Waxman (Traci) The Reading List by Sara Nisha Adams (Traci) No Cure for Being Human by Kate Bowler (Ellie) What Kind of Woman by Kate Baer (Ellie) The Harper Muse Classic Painted Editions (Traci) The Cook's Book by Bri McKoy (Ellie) Smitten Kitchen Keepers by Deb Perelman (Traci) Author Clock (Ellie) Kill for Me, Kill for You by Steve Cavanagh (Traci) Kindle Bookstand (Ellie) Kindle Bookstand Pillow (Ellie) Kindle Remote (Ellie) Carrie Soto is Back by Taylor Jenkins Reid (Traci)

We are Traci and Ellie, two bookish friends who read in any spare minute that we have.  This week we are chatting about why we are thankful for reading.  To shop the books listed in this episode, visit our shop at bookshop.org.   Care to join us on Patreon with even more content?  We would love to have you join us at From the Bookstacks of Literally Reading! Literally Reading: Be Ready When the Luck Happens by Ina Garten (Traci) A Grim Reaper's Guide to Catching a Killer by Maxie Dara (Ellie) Crack the Book Open: Love & Saffron by Kim Fay (Traci) Tweet Cute by Emma Lord (Ellie) Emily Henry (Traci) T.J. Newman (Traci) People We Meet on Vacation by Emily Henry (Ellie) The Love of My Life by Rosie Walsh (Ellie)  

Hi Readers!  Welcome to Literary Lineup: November 2024 Edition! On this mini-episode, we'll each share three books that we are hoping to pick-up in November. November 2024 Quicksilver by Callie Hart (Traci) A Queen's Game by Katherine McGee (Ellie) A Winter Wish by Emily Stone (Traci) Pictures of You by Emma Grey (Ellie)  

We are Traci and Ellie, two bookish friends who read in any spare minute that we have.  This week we are matching our favorite Halloween candy to books. To shop the books listed in this episode, visit our shop at bookshop.org.   Care to join us on Patreon with even more content?  We would love to have you join us at From the Bookstacks of Literally Reading! Literally Reading: Haunted Ever After by Jen DeLuca (Ellie) Worst Case Scenario by T.J. Newman (Traci) Crack the Book Open: Need to Know by Karen Cleveland (Ellie) The Cloisters by Katy Hays (Traci) What Kind of Woman by Kate Baer (Ellie) Northanger Abbey by Jane Austen (Traci) The Good Sister by Sally Hepworth (Ellie) Booth by Karen Joy Fowler (Traci)  

We are Traci and Ellie, two bookish friends who read in any spare minute that we have.  This week we are sharing some of our favorite gentle mysteries and suspenses.  To shop the books listed in this episode, visit our shop at bookshop.org.   Care to join us on Patreon with even more content?  We would love to have you join us at From the Bookstacks of Literally Reading! Literally Reading: Colton Gentry's Third Act by Jeff Zentner (Traci) The Perfect Couple by Elin Hilderbrand (Ellie) Crack the Book Open: The House is on Fire by Rachel Beanland (Traci) The Sweetness at the Bottom of the Pie (A Flavia de Luce Novel) by Alan Bradley (Ellie) All That is Mine I Carry With Me by William Landay (Traci) A Quiet Life in the Country by T.E. Kinsey (Ellie) Everyone in My Family Has Killed Someone by Benjamin Stevenson (Traci) A Curious Beginning (Veronica Speedwell #1) by Deanna Raybourn (Ellie)  

We are Traci and Ellie, two bookish friends who read in any spare minute that we have.  This week we are discussing our love for Ann Patchett! To shop the books listed in this episode, visit our shop at bookshop.org.   Care to join us on Patreon with even more content?  We would love to have you join us at From the Bookstacks of Literally Reading! Crack the Book Open: Books by Ann Patchett Bel Canto The Dutch House Tom Lake Commonwealth   

Hi Readers!  Welcome to Literary Lineup: October Edition! On this mini-episode, we'll each share three books that we are hoping to pick-up in August. October 2024 Nothing Like the Movies by Lynn Painter (Ellie) The Last One at the Wedding by Jason Rukulak (Traci) Framed by John Grisham and JIm McCloskey (Ellie) No One Will Know by Rose Carlyle (Traci) Be Ready When the Luck Happens by Ina Garten (Ellie) Fang Fiction by Kate-Stayman London (Traci)  

We are Traci and Ellie, two bookish friends who read in any spare minute that we have.  This week we are looking back on our summer reading! To shop the books listed in this episode, visit our shop at bookshop.org.   Care to join us on Patreon with even more content?  We would love to have you join us at From the Bookstacks of Literally Reading! Crack the Book Open: Darkness, Take My Hand by Dennis Lehane (Traci) The Wedding People by Alison Espach (Ellie) Funny Story by Emily Henry  (Traci) Happy-Go-Lucky by David Sedaris (Ellie) One Star Romance by Laura Hankin  (Traci) Slow Dance by Rainbow Rowell (Ellie) The Rule Book by Sarah Adams  (Traci) One Perfect Couple by Ruth Ware (Ellie)  

We are Traci and Ellie, two bookish friends who read in any spare minute that we have.  This week we are chatting about our auto-buy authors! To shop the books listed in this episode, visit our shop at bookshop.org.   Care to join us on Patreon with even more content?  We would love to have you join us at From the Bookstacks of Literally Reading! Literally Reading: Middle of the Night by Riley Sager  The God of the Woods by Liz Moore Crack the Book Open: David Sedaris  Blake Crouch  Ann Napolitano  Peter Heller   

Hi Readers!  Welcome to Literary Lineup: September Edition! On this mini-episode, we'll each share three books that we are hoping to pick-up in August. September 2024 The Night We Lost Him by Laura Dave (Traci) A Bit Much by Lyndsay Rush (Ellie) Entitlement by Rumaan Alam (Traci) Somewhere Beyond the Sea by TJ Klune (Ellie) We Solve Murders by Richard Osman (Traci) Intermezzo by Sally Rooney (Ellie)

Hi Readers!  Welcome to Literary Lineup: August Edition! On this mini-episode, we'll each share two books that we are hoping to pick-up in August. August 2024 Hera by Jennifer Saint (Traci) By Any Other Name by Jodi Picoult (Ellie) Worst Case Scenario by TJ Newman (Traci) Haunted Ever After by Jen DeLuca (Ellie)

We are Traci and Ellie, two bookish friends who read in any spare minute that we have. This week we are each sharing our top 5 books of the year (so far). To shop the books listed in this episode, visit our shop at bookshop.org.   Care to join us on Patreon with even more content?  We would love to have you join us at From the Bookstacks of Literally Reading! Traci: The Paradise Problem by Christina Lauren Small Mercies by Dennis Lehane Draco Malfoy and the Mortifying Ordeal of Being in Love by isthisselfcare Mary Jane by Jessica Anya Blau Table for Two by Amor Towles Ellie: We are the Brennans by Tracey Lange  The Rachel Incident by Caroline O'Donoghue  Mercury by Amy Jo Burns  Funny Story by Emily Henry  Ready or Not by Cara Bastone   

We are Traci and Ellie, two bookish friends who read in any spare minute that we have.  This week Ellie is sharing her top ten audiobooks! To shop the books listed in this episode, visit our shop at bookshop.org.  Care to join us on Patreon with even more content?  We would love to have you join us at From the Bookstacks of Literally Reading! Crack the Book Open: Happiness Falls by Angie Kim Killers of a Certain Age by Deanna Raybourn Remarkably Bright Creatures by Shelby Van Pelt Bomb Shelter by Mary Laura Philpott Small Mercies by Dennis Lehane Daisy Darker by Alice Feeney Maybe You Should Talk to Someone by Lori Gottlieb Goodnight Beautiful by Aimee Malloy Ready or Not by Cara Bastone  Rabbit Cake by Annie Hartnett  

We are Traci and Ellie, two bookish friends who read in any spare minute that we have.  This week we are making the case for audiobook reading! To shop the books listed in this episode, visit our shop at bookshop.org.   Care to join us on Patreon with even more content?  We would love to have you join us at From the Bookstacks of Literally Reading! Literally Reading: Lies and Weddings by Kevin Kwan (Ellie) The Return of Ellie Black by Emiko Jean (Traci) Crack the Book Open: Mary Jane by Jessica Anya Blau  

Hi Readers!  Welcome to Literary Lineup: July Edition! On this mini-episode, we'll each share three books that we are hoping to pick-up in July. July 2024 Slow Dance by Rainbow Rowell (Ellie) Look in the Mirror by Catherine Steadman (Traci) Like Mother, Like Daughter by Kimberly McCreight (Ellie) All This and More by Peng Shepherd (Traci) The Wedding People by Alison Espach (Ellie)  

We are Traci and Ellie, two bookish friends who read in any spare minute that we have.  This week we are giving recommendations for what to read after you've read that very popular best seller. To shop the books listed in this episode, visit our shop at bookshop.org.   Care to join us on Patreon with even more content?  We would love to have you join us at From the Bookstacks of Literally Reading! Literally Reading: Nightwatching by Tracy Sierra (Ellie) Table for Two by Amor Towles (Traci) Crack the Book Open: All That's Left Unsaid by Tracey Lien (Ellie) Leave the World Behind by Rumaan Alam (Traci) The Change by Kristen Miller (Traci) Young Jane Young by Gabrielle Zevin (Ellie) This Close to Okay by Leesa Cross Smith (Ellie) All the Lonely People by Mike Gayle (Traci) The Woman in the Window by AJ Flynn (Traci) The Echo Wife by Sarah Gailey (Ellie) Click here for our episode all about killer spouses!

We are Traci and Ellie, two bookish friends who read in any spare minute that we have.  This week we are looking back on our spring reading. To shop the books listed in this episode, visit our shop at bookshop.org.   To listen to all of our past episodes, check out our website:  https://literallyreading.com/  Care to join us on Patreon with even more content?  We would love to have you join us at From the Bookstacks of Literally Reading! Crack the Book Open: Bride by Ali Hazelwood (Traci) Listen for the Lie by Amy Tintera (Ellie) The Liar's Girl by Catherine Ryan Howard (Traci) Betting on You by Lynn Painter  (Ellie) Heartless Hunter by Kristen Ciccarelli (Traci) The Painter's Daughters by Emily Howes (Ellie) We Are the Brennans by Tracey Lange (Ellie) The Wishing Game by Meg Shaffer (Traci) Anne of Manhattan by Brina Starler (Ellie) Twilight by Stephenie Meyer (Ellie)  

Hi Readers!  Welcome to Literary Lineup: June Edition! On this mini-episode, we'll each share three books that we are hoping to pick-up in June. Want to read Wuthering Heights by Emily Bronte along with Traci this summer? We would love to have you join us at From the Bookstacks of Literally Reading!  June 2024 Tangled Up In You by Christina Lauren (Ellie) When the Sea Came Alive by Garrett M. Graff (Traci) The Rom-Commers by Katherine Center (Ellie) Isabel and the Rogue by Liana De La Rosa (Traci) Sandwich by Catherine Newman (Ellie) All the Colors of the Dark by Chris Whitaker (Traci)

We are Traci and Ellie, two bookish friends who read in any spare minute that we have.  In this bonus episode, we are filling your TBR with short books - perfect for summer reading! To shop the books listed in this episode, visit our shop at bookshop.org.   To listen to all of our past episodes, check out our website:  https://literallyreading.com/  Care to join us on Patreon with even more content?  We would love to have you join us at From the Bookstacks of Literally Reading! Crack the Book Open: My Name is Lucy Barton by Elizabeth Strout (Ellie) Edenbrooke by Julianne Donaldson (Traci) The Life Council: 10 Friends Every Woman Needs by Laura Tremaine (Ellie) We Were Liars by E. Lockhart (Traci) Glitter and Glue by Kelly Corrigan (Ellie) The Mysterious Affair at Styles by Agatha Christie (Traci) Unmissing by Minka Kent (Ellie) Meet Me at the Museum by Anne Youngson (Traci)  

We are Traci and Ellie, two bookish friends who read in any spare minute that we have.  This week we are sharing our Summer Reading Guide for 2024! To shop the books listed in this episode, visit our shop at bookshop.org.   Care to join us on Patreon with even more content?  We would love to have you join us at From the Bookstacks of Literally Reading! If you want more summer reading content, check out our past summer reading guides: 2023, 2022, 2021, and 2020  Literally Reading: Mercury by Amy Jo Burns (Ellie) Just for the Summer by Abby Jimenez (Traci) Crack the Book Open: Bringing Down the Duke by Evie Dunmore (Ellie) The Patron Saint of Second Chances by Christine Simon (Traci) The Spanish Love Deception by Elena Armas (Traci) The View was Exhausting by Mikaella Clements and Onjuli Datta (Ellie) When You Get the Chance by Emma Lord (Ellie) The Bartender's Cure by Wesley Straton (Traci) The Unsinkable Greta James by Jennifer E. Smith (Traci) Olive, Again by Elizabeth Strout (Ellie)  

We are Traci and Ellie, two bookish friends who read in any spare minute that we have.  This week we are talking about our ever present TBR lists. To shop the books listed in this episode, visit our shop at bookshop.org.   Literally Reading: The Painter's Daughters by Emily Howes (Ellie) Kill for Me, Kill for You by Steve Cavanagh (Traci) Crack the Book Open: Traci: Demon Copperhead by Barbara Kingsolver Station Eleven by Emily St. John Mandel The Winds of War by Herman Wouk Ellie: The Serpent and the Wings of Night by Carissa Broadbent Ask Again, Yes by Mary Beth Keane  The Yearling by Marjorie Kinnan Rawlings

Hi Readers!  Welcome to Literary Lineup: May Edition! On this mini-episode, we'll each share three books that we are hoping to pick-up in May. This month, Book of the Month is sponsoring Literary Lineup! We're featuring our two choices from Book of the Month's May selections and giving you the chance to get your own copy for only $5.00 for the first month (using code: PETALS)!  The Ministry of Time by Kaliane Bradley (BOTM: Traci) Real Americans by Rachel Khong (BOTM: Ellie) The Return of Ellie Black by Emiko Jean (Traci) Within Arm's Reach by Ann Napolitano (Ellie) James by Percival Everett (Traci) One Perfect Couple by Ruth Ware (Ellie) Southern Man by Greg Iles (Traci) The Lifeline by Tom Ellen (Ellie)  

We are Traci and Ellie, two bookish friends who read in any spare minute that we have.  This week we are bringing you behind the scenes of Literally Reading. To shop the books listed in this episode, visit our shop at bookshop.org.   Literally Reading: Ready or Not by Cara Bastone  The Getaway List by Emma Lord   

We are Traci and Ellie, two bookish friends who read in any spare minute that we have.  This week we are talking with author Katie Cotugno. To shop the books listed in this episode, visit our shop at bookshop.org.   Books by Katie Cotugno: Birds of California Meet the Benedettos Liar's Beach Heavy Hitter Hemlock House: A Liar's Beach Novel  

Hi Readers!  Welcome to Literary Lineup: April 2024 Edition! On this mini-episode, we'll each share three books that we are hoping to pick-up this month. She's Not Sorry by Mary Kubica (Ellie) The Secret Lives of Booksellers and Librarians by James Patterson and Matthew Eversmann (Traci) How to End a Love Story by Yulin Kuang (Ellie) The Twilight Garden by Sara Nisha Adams (Traci)  

We are Traci and Ellie, two bookish friends who read in any spare minute that we have.  This week we are sharing our March Madness of Spring 2024 new releases!  To shop the books listed in this episode, visit our shop at bookshop.org.   Literally Reading:  House of Flame and Shadow (Crescent City #3) by Sarah J Maas The Women by Kristin Hannah Open the Book:  Funny Story by Emily Henry A Novel Love Story by Ashley Poston  Just for the Summer by Abby Jimenez The Paradise Problem by Christina Lauren The Familiar by Leigh Bardugo God of the Woods by Liz Moore The Sicilian Inheritance by Jo Piazza The Paris Novel by Ruth Reichl  The Reappearance of Rachel Price by Holly Jackson Darling Girls by Sally Hepworth Table for Two by Amor Towles I Cheerfully Refuse by Leif Enger The Rule Book by Sarah Adams This Summer Will Be Different by Carley Fortune Lies and Weddings by Kevin Kwan Margo's Got Money Troubles by Rufi Thorpe  

We are Traci and Ellie, two bookish friends who read in any spare minute that we have. This week we are looking back on our winter reading. To shop the books listed in this episode, visit our shop at bookshop.org.   Open the Book:  Mary Jane by Jessica Anya Blau Draco Malfoy and the Mortifying Ordeal of Being in Love by isthisselfcare The Rachel Incident by Caroline O'Donoghue Absolution by Alice McDermott Red Rising by Pierce Brown The Thursday Murder Club by Richard Osman The Last Devil to Die by Richard Osman Anna O by Matthew Blake  

Hi Readers!  Welcome to Literary Lineup: March Edition! On this mini-episode, we'll each share three books that we are hoping to pick-up this month. In a Not So Perfect World by Neely Tubati-Alexander (Ellie) The Princess of Las Vegas by Chris Bohjalian (Traci) After Annie by Anna Quindlen (Ellie) Everyone is Watching by Heather Gudenkauf (Traci) This Could Be Us by Kennedy Ryan (Ellie)

We are Traci and Ellie, two bookish friends who read in any spare minute that we have.  This week we paired great book club books with a menu.  To shop the books listed in this episode, visit our shop at bookshop.org.   Literally Reading: Small Mercies by Dennis Lahane Yellowface by R.F. Kuang Open the Book:  Saturday Night at the Lakeside Supper Club by J. Ryan Stradal Lessons in Chemistry by Bonnie Garmus Bandit Queens by Parini Shroff Little Women by Louisa May Alcott Recipes: Brandy Old Fashioned Quick Pickles Grasshopper Brownies  

We are Traci and Ellie, two bookish friends who read in any spare minute that we have.  This week we are continuing our “I Love” series with I Love…Snow!  To shop the books listed in this episode, visit our shop at bookshop.org.   Literally Reading: First Lie Wins by Ashley Elston The Quiet Tenant by Clemence Michallon Open the Book:  The Great Alone by Kristin Hannah One by One by Ruth Ware Beartown Trilogy by Fredik Backman Snowed In by Catherine Walsh  The Overnight Guest by Heather Gudenkauf The Secret History by Donna Tartt  

Hi Readers!  Welcome to Literary Lineup: February Edition! On this mini-episode, we'll each share three books that we are hoping to pick-up this month. February 2024 If It Breaks Your Heart by Erin Hahn (Ellie) The Phoenix Crown by Kate Quinn and Janie Chang (Traci) Ready or Not by Cara Bastone (Ellie) The Women by Kristin Hannah (Traci) A Love Song for Ricki Wilde by Tia Williams (Ellie) The Year of the Locust by Terry Hayes (Traci)  

Hey Readers! We have a bonus episode for you today! Ellie and Kelsey from The Girl Next Door Podcast sit down and talk all about goal setting, creating a reading syllabus, and so much more! To shop the books mentioned in this episode, visit our shop at bookshop.org.  Rising Shining The Girl Next Door Podcast Kelsey's Goals Workshop Yellowface by R. F. Kuang I Must Betray You by Ruta Sepetys The Anthropocene Reviewed by John Green Past Forward by Clay Routledge West with Giraffes by Lynda Rutledge