Paperback Perspectives

In this episode, we discuss the win for Right to Read ND (and for all ND readers). We then run through a wide gamut of books that we have read since last episode, briefly discuss current reads, and introduce a new thing for our podcast: a book club! We begin our read of Fourth Wing, and we invite all of our listeners to read along and discuss with us.Follow and reach out to us on our respective socials:Instagram - paperback_perspectivesX - Paperback_PodTikTok - paperback.podYouTube - @PaperbackPerpsectivesPodcastemail - paperbackperspectivespod@gmail.com

In part 2 of this chapter, we discuss some of Hannah's childhood and formative reads, what she enjoys (and loathes) reading to her kids, and then we all move to discussing books that were adapted to shows/movies. It's an unrealistic expectation for things to transfer well from book to screen, and we'd love to hear what you all have experienced with book to film adaptations. What was good, what flopped, etc., let us know!We close by discussing Right to Read ND. Since filming this episode, the overall movement and our efforts as passionate readers in ND successfully influenced the defeat of Senate Bill 2307! We love to see it!Follow and reach out to us on our respective socials:Instagram - paperback_perspectivesX - Paperback_PodTikTok - paperback.podYouTube - @PaperbackPerspectivesPodcastpaperbackperspectivespod@gmail.com

In part 1 of this episode, the Bookies are joined by special guest Hannah Odegard (sister/sister-in-law of Sam and Kailen). We go through our recent life updates, past and current reads, get to know Hannah and her reading a little better, and play an impromptu mini-game! One with life-altering consequences, at that!Part 2 coming soon, but for now, follow and reach out to us on our respective socials:Instagram - paperback_perspectivesX - Paperback_PodTikTok - paperback.podYouTube - @PaperbackPerspectivesPodcastEmail - paperbackperspectivespod@gmail.com

In part 2, we conclude Chapter 11 with discussing our current reads, then we move into another reaction-provoking game of Judge a Book by its Cover! Please reach out and let us know what books you were interested in based solely off their covers, and if their descriptions then swayed you one way or another. We close with some a wide breadth of recommendations. Follow us or contact us through our respective socials at:Instagram - paperback_perspectivesX - Paperback_PodTikTok - paperback.podYouTube - @PaperbackPerspectivesPodcastEmail - paperbackperspectivespod@gmail.com

In part 1 of this episode, the Bookies are joined by their special guest Michele Perrault (Ryne's mother-in-law). We discuss the books they've read recently, and then we move into discussing Michele's life of reading enjoyment. W move from her early youth, onward through motherhood, and into current preferred book styles/authors. She was a delight to have on and learn a bit from! Stay tuned for part 2 where we hear about everyone's current reads, play another round of "Judge a Book by its Cover," and hear about their recommendations.If you have a book or book cover you would like us to judge in a future episode, it would be fun to have others get involved and get us thinking! Give us your best (or worst)!Follow us or contact us through our respective socials at:Instagram - paperback_perspectivesX - Paperback_PodTikTok - paperback.podYouTube - @PaperbackPerspectivesPodcastEmail - paperbackperspectivespod@gmail.com

In this episode, the bookies discuss their current and recently accomplished reads. Afterwards, they move into a year in review, of sorts, and discuss future reading goals for this upcoming year. Please reach out and let us know what sort of goals you have for this year and/or if you have any goals you've accomplished that you're particularly proud of! Follow us or contact us through our respective socials at: Instagram - paperback_perspectives X - Paperback_Pod TikTok - paperback.pod YouTube - @PaperbackPerspectivesPodcast Email - paperbackperspectivespod@gmail.com

In this episode, the Bookies invite Jenifer Halvorson (Kailen and Sam's sister-in-law) into the fold. The group discusses many a book, as usual, and we then explore what Jen's experience has been in the earlier parts of her life, how it has shifted during motherhood, and what it's like reading to her children. We have many great children's books being recommended in this episode, and we'd love to hear what you remember reading in childhood, or what you've helped pass on to any of your children for reading! Follow us or contact us through our respective socials at: Instagram - paperback_perspectives X - Paperback_Pod TikTok - paperback.pod Email - paperbackperspectivespod@gmail.com YouTube - @PaperbackPerspectivesPodcast

With the Bookies having been busy during the Thanksgiving season, we decided to publish an episode we created and stashed to give us some time to let our belts return to their proper notches. In this episode, the Bookies get straight to the point and center the discussion around books that fit certain, "themes." Each bookie takes turns introducing the theme they chose to explore and gives their case as to why it fits in. We hope that you enjoyed this shorter-form episode, and we hope you all had a Happy Thanksgiving! Follow us or contact us through our respective socials at: Instagram - paperback_perspectives X - Paperback_Pod TikTok - paperback.pod Email - paperbackperspectivespod@gmail.com YouTube - @PaperbackPerspectivesPodcast

In a chilling new episode of Paperback Perspectives, the Bookies catch up with each other, discuss their spooky/thrilling reads, talk over their experiences reading Stephen King for the first time, and close with general suggestions. Please let us know what your favorite scary, thrilling, or horrifying reads are in the comments! Follow us or contact us through our respective socials at: Instagram - paperback_perspectives X - Paperback_Pod TikTok - paperback.pod Email - paperbackperspectivespod@gmail.com YouTube - @PaperbackPerspectivesPodcast

In today's episode, the Bookies discuss their recently completed current reads. They then take turns sharing some ear-catching first lines of books to see if they can interest their fellow hosts to read them. (Please share with us some of your favorite first lines of your favorite books!) The episode is wrapped up with general recommendations. Follow us or contact us through our respective socials at: YouTube - @PaperbackPerspectivesPodcast Instagram - paperback_perspectives X - Paperback_Pod TikTok - paperback.pod Email - paperbackperspectivespod@gmail.com

In today's episode, the Bookies sit down with a longtime family friend, Tom Nistler! Tom is an English teacher in Bemidji, and he brings a new perspective to the table with regard to reading genre and teaching style/methods. After discussing recent life and recent books, we ask Tom a mixed-bag of questions, including our new staple of guest questions: "What is the book you would recommend to everyone?" Follow us or contact us through our respective socials at: Instagram - paperback_perspectives X - Paperback_Pod TikTok - paperback.pod Email - paperbackperspectivespod@gmail.com YouTube - @PaperbackPerspectivesPodcast

In today's episode, the Bookies catch up with each other after a long break between chapters. We then play a bit of book and author-related trivia, as we have a strong competitive gene in the lot of us. We close with general recommendations. Follow us or contact us through our respective socials at: YouTube - @PaperbackPerspectivesPodcast Instagram - paperback_perspectives X - Paperback_Pod TikTok - paperback.pod Email - paperbackperspectivespod@gmail.com

In today's episode, the Bookies catch up with each other's lives, as well as their current and recently finished reads. Then, Ryne introduces his recasting of the popular movie/book series The Hunger Games (specifically the first movie), and Kailen and Annette help to grade his work. We finish by giving our general, non-book related recommendations. How do you think Ryne did on his casting? Please feel free to share insights or other recommendations of your own in the comments. Follow us or contact us through our respective socials at: Youtube - @PaperbackPerspectivesPodcast Instagram - paperback_perspectives X - Paperback_Pod TikTok - paperback.pod Email - paperbackperspectives@gmail.com

In today's episode, we discuss, with our guest John, what we are reading/have read since Chapter 2. Then, we gather perspective from John on his reading style, and talk through how it differs from ours as a self-proclaimed non-reader. We close it out with what books we would recommend for nonreaders and those wanting to get into reading, followed by general recommendations. Please feel free to share insights, or other recommendations of your own, in the comments. Follow us or contact us through our respective socials at: Youtube - @PaperbackPerspectivesPodcast Instagram - paperback_perspectives X - Paperback_Pod TikTok - paperback.pod Email - paperbackperspectives@gmail.com

In today's episode, we catch up on life, discuss what we are reading/have read since Chapter 1, dive into Q/A from our social media, and we play Judge a Book by its Cover. Follow us or contact us through our respective socials at: Youtube - @paperbackperspectivespodcast Instagram - paperback_perspectives X - Paperback_Pod TikTok - paperback.pod Email - paperbackperspectives@gmail.com

Welcome to Paperback Perspectives. In this episode, we introduce ourselves and the podcast, and we give a general outline of what the podcast will look like going forward. We also discuss our current reads at the moment, Follow us on our respective socials at: Instagram - paperback_perspectives X - Paperback_Pod TikTok - TBD Email - paperbackperspectives@gmail.com