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Welcome to Professional Book Girl, your literary escape with host Kayla, the Bookstagrammer, known as KayReadWhat. Every Monday, Kayla delves into her latest bookish obsessions, embarking on a mission to ignite your love of reading. Join her as she delivers spoiler-free reviews of three books that will leave you itching to expand your to-be-read list. Whether you're a seasoned bookworm or just beginning your literary journey, this podcast guarantees a delightful dose of pop culture, life as a millennial New Yorker, and a trio of must-read recommendations. Happy Reading!

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    May Book Club + Author Interview | Six Days in Bombay by Alka Joshi

    Play Episode Listen Later May 26, 2025 63:45


    This month I'm joined by Alka Joshi, author of our May book club pick, Six Days in Bombay. I loved our conversation, and learned so much from her.This episode includes spoilers for Six Days in Bombay.Thank you for listening! Buy the books Kayla covered here: https://bookshop.org/shop/professionalbookgirlFollow Professional Book Girl on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/professionalbookgirl/Follow Kayla on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kayreadwhat/Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@professionalbookgirlpod

    "Everyone, I have an announcement." - Glinda the Good Witch and Me.

    Play Episode Listen Later May 12, 2025 6:32


    Thank you for listening and understanding! The May book club pick is Six Days in Bombay by Alka Joshi. The episode will be out on 5/26.Buy the books Kayla covered here: https://bookshop.org/shop/professionalbookgirlFollow Professional Book Girl on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/professionalbookgirl/Follow Kayla on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kayreadwhat/Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@professionalbookgirlpod

    April Book Club | Harriet Tubman Live in Concert by Bob the Drag Queen

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 28, 2025 30:46


    It's book club! This month, Kayla recorded the episode as she read Harriet Tubman Live in Concert by Bob the Drag Queen. This episode contains spoilers.Thank you for listening! Buy the books Kayla covered here: https://bookshop.org/shop/professionalbookgirlFollow Professional Book Girl on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/professionalbookgirl/Follow Kayla on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kayreadwhat/Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@professionalbookgirlpod

    Author Interview | C.W. Gortner

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 14, 2025 80:02


    This week Kayla is joined by one of her favorite authors, C.W. Gortner! They discuss his latest novel The Saint Laurent muse, historical fiction as a whole, and so much more.The April book club pick is Harriet Tubman Live in Concert by Bob the Drag Queen. The episode will be out on 4/28.As always, the reviews are spoiler-free.Thank you for listening! Buy the books Kayla covered here: https://bookshop.org/shop/professionalbookgirlFollow Professional Book Girl on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/professionalbookgirl/Follow Kayla on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kayreadwhat/Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@professionalbookgirlpod

    March Wrap Up | 22 Book Reviews

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 7, 2025 45:14


    We survived March! This week Kayla is chatting about all 22 books she read in her least favorite month. The April book club pick is Harriet Tubman Live in Concert by Bob the Drag Queen. The episode will be out on 4/28.As always, the reviews are spoiler-free.Thank you for listening! Buy the books Kayla covered here: https://bookshop.org/shop/professionalbookgirlFollow Professional Book Girl on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/professionalbookgirl/Follow Kayla on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kayreadwhat/Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@professionalbookgirlpod

    March Book Club | We All Live Here by Jojo Moyes

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 31, 2025 38:40


    It's March Book Club! This month, Kayla recorded as she read. Listen as she starts skeptical, then falls for these characters, and has a five star read! This episode contains spoilers!Thank you for listening! Buy the books Kayla covered here: https://bookshop.org/shop/professionalbookgirlFollow Professional Book Girl on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/professionalbookgirl/Follow Kayla on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kayreadwhat/Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@professionalbookgirlpod

    Author Interview | Ashley Winstead

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 24, 2025 59:14


    This week Kayla is joined by one of her favorite authors, Ashley Winstead, for a spoiler-free discussion of This Book Will Bury Me.This Book Will Bury Me is out on 3/25. The March book club pick is We All Live Here by Jojo Moyes. The episode will be out on 3/31.Thank you for listening! Buy the books Kayla covered here: https://bookshop.org/shop/professionalbookgirlFollow Professional Book Girl on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/professionalbookgirl/Follow Kayla on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kayreadwhat/Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@professionalbookgirlpod

    I Hate March, But I Love These Books

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 10, 2025 34:50


    This week Kayla is chatting about the books that shaped her, and three recent reads! The March book club pick is We All Live Here by Jojo Moyes. The episode will be out on 3/31.As always, the reviews are spoiler-free.Thank you for listening! Buy the books Kayla covered here: https://bookshop.org/shop/professionalbookgirlFollow Professional Book Girl on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/professionalbookgirl/Follow Kayla on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kayreadwhat/Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@professionalbookgirlpod

    February Wrap Up | 19 Book Reviews

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 3, 2025 40:49


    It's the February wrap up! Listen as Kayla recaps her month, and everything she read.The March book club pick is We All Live Here by Jojo Moyes. The episode will be out on 3/31.As always, the reviews are spoiler-free.Thank you for listening! Buy the books Kayla covered here: https://bookshop.org/shop/professionalbookgirlFollow Professional Book Girl on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/professionalbookgirl/Follow Kayla on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kayreadwhat/Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@professionalbookgirlpod

    February Book Club | Cross My Heart by Megan Collins

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 24, 2025 70:25


    This week Kayla is joined by one of her favorite authors, Megan Collins. They're breaking down her latest novel Cross My Heart. This episode contains spoilers. Thank you for listening!  Buy the books Kayla covered here: https://bookshop.org/shop/professionalbookgirl Follow Professional Book Girl on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/professionalbookgirl/ Follow Kayla on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kayreadwhat/ Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@professionalbookgirlpod

    Author Interview | Katy Hays + a bonus Bravo discussion

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 17, 2025 53:53


    This week Kayla is chatting with author Katy Hays about her latest novel, Saltwater. After that, they're chatting all things Bravo!Saltwater is out on 3/25.The February book club pick is Cross My Heart by Megan Collins. The episode will be out on 2/24.As always, the reviews are spoiler-free.Thank you for listening! Buy the books Kayla covered here:https://bookshop.org/shop/professionalbookgirlFollow Professional Book Girl on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/professionalbookgirl/Follow Kayla on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/kayreadwhat/Watch on YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/@professionalbookgirlpod

    Five Books and Bravo

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 10, 2025 25:05


    This week Kayla is chatting about the shows she's watching on Bravo before doing quick hits of five recent reads!The February book club pick is Cross My Heart by Megan Collins. The episode will be out on 2/24.As always, the reviews are spoiler-free.Thank you for listening! Buy the books Kayla covered here:https://bookshop.org/shop/professionalbookgirlFollow Professional Book Girl on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/professionalbookgirl/Follow Kayla on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/kayreadwhat/Watch on YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/@professionalbookgirlpod

    January Wrap Up | 21 Book Reviews

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 3, 2025 30:45


    January has finally ended! Time to recap! The February book club pick is Cross My Heart by Megan Collins. The episode will be out on 2/24. As always, the reviews are spoiler-free. Thank you for listening!  Buy the books Kayla covered here: https://bookshop.org/shop/professionalbookgirl Follow Professional Book Girl on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/professionalbookgirl/ Follow Kayla on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kayreadwhat/ Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@professionalbookgirlpod

    January Book Club | The Stolen Queen by Fiona Davis

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 27, 2025 47:26


    This week Kayla is joined by one of her favorite authors, Fiona Davis! They're discussing her latest novel, The Stolen Queen. This episode contains spoilers. The February book club pick is Cross My Heart by Megan Collins. The episode will be out on 2/24. Buy the books Kayla covered here: https://bookshop.org/shop/professionalbookgirl Follow Professional Book Girl on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/professionalbookgirl/ Follow Kayla on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kayreadwhat/ Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@professionalbookgirlpod

    2025 Book Preview

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 20, 2025 33:10


    The January book club pick is The Stolen Queen by Fiona Davis. The episode will be out on 1/27. As always, the reviews are spoiler-free. Thank you for listening!  Buy the books Kayla covered here: https://bookshop.org/shop/professionalbookgirl Follow Professional Book Girl on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/professionalbookgirl/ Follow Kayla on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kayreadwhat/ Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@professionalbookgirlpod

    December + 2024 Wrapped | 24 Book Reviews

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 13, 2025 45:47


    The first episode of 2025! This week, Kayla is recapping her 2024 reading year, and reviewing all the books she read in December. The January book club pick is The Stolen Queen by Fiona Davis. The episode will be out on 1/27. As always, the reviews are spoiler-free. Thank you for listening!  Buy the books Kayla covered here: https://bookshop.org/shop/professionalbookgirl Follow Professional Book Girl on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/professionalbookgirl/ Follow Kayla on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kayreadwhat/Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@professionalbookgirlpod

    December Book Club | Most Wonderful by Georgia Clark

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 30, 2024 25:28


    Happy book club day! This week, Kayla is chatting all things Most Wonderful. This episode contains spoilers. The January book club pick is The Stolen Queen by Fiona Davis. The episode will be out on 1/27. Thank you for listening!  Buy the books Kayla covered here: https://bookshop.org/shop/professionalbookgirl Follow Professional Book Girl on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/professionalbookgirl/ Follow Kayla on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kayreadwhat/ Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@professionalbookgirlpod

    My Top Five Favorite Books of the Year

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 23, 2024 46:44


    It's time! This week Kayla is discussing her top five books of 2024. The December book club pick is Most Wonderful by Georgia Clark. The episode will be out on 12/30. As always, the reviews are spoiler-free. Thank you for listening!  Buy the books Kayla covered here: https://bookshop.org/shop/professionalbookgirl Follow Professional Book Girl on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/professionalbookgirl/ Follow Kayla on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kayreadwhat/Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@professionalbookgirlpod

    My Favorite Books of 2024 | Books 10-6

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 16, 2024 41:03


    The top books of 2024 countdown continues! This week Kayla is chatting about books 10-6 as well as her top romance, historical fiction, and thriller reads. Thank you for listening!  Buy the books Kayla covered here: https://bookshop.org/shop/professionalbookgirl Follow Professional Book Girl on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/professionalbookgirl/ Follow Kayla on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kayreadwhat/ Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@professionalbookgirlpod 

    My Favorite Books of 2024: Books 15-11

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 9, 2024 40:44


    It's tiiiiiiime! This week, Kayla starts counting down her top fifteen books of 2024. The December book club pick is Most Wonderful by Georgia Clark. The episode will be out on 12/30. As always, the reviews are spoiler-free. Thank you for listening!  Buy the books Kayla covered here: https://bookshop.org/shop/professionalbookgirl Follow Professional Book Girl on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/professionalbookgirl/ Follow Kayla on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kayreadwhat/Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@professionalbookgirlpod

    November Wrap Up | 21 Book Reviews

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 2, 2024 45:59


    It's the November Wrap Up! This week, Kayla is reviewing all 21 books she read this month. The December book club pick is Most Wonderful by Georgia Clark. The episode will be out on 12/30. As always, the reviews are spoiler-free. Thank you for listening!  Buy the books Kayla covered here: https://bookshop.org/shop/professionalbookgirl Follow Professional Book Girl on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/professionalbookgirl/ Follow Kayla on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kayreadwhat/Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@professionalbookgirlpod

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    November Book Club | Here One Moment by Liane Moriarty

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 25, 2024 51:07


    It's the November book club episode! This week, Kayla is giving all her thoughts on Here One Moment by Liane Moriarty. This episode does contain spoilers. All views my own. Thank you for listening!  Buy the books Kayla covered here: https://bookshop.org/shop/professionalbookgirl Follow Professional Book Girl on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/professionalbookgirl/ Follow Kayla on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kayreadwhat/Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@professionalbookgirlpod

    Kayla in Paris

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 18, 2024 60:43


    Bonjour! This week Kayla is recapping her recent trip to Paris and reviewing all ten books she read there. The November Book Club Pick is Here One Moment by Liane Moriarty. The episode will be out on 11/25. As always, the reviews are spoiler-free. Thank you for listening!  Buy the books Kayla covered here: https://bookshop.org/shop/professionalbookgirl Follow Professional Book Girl on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/professionalbookgirl/ Follow Kayla on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kayreadwhat/ Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@professionalbookgirlpod

    October Wrap Up | 13 Book Reviews

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 11, 2024 34:11


    It's the October Wrap Up! This week Kayla is recapping her month and then reviewing all the books she read before and after her Paris trip. As always, the reviews are spoiler-free. Thank you for listening!  Buy the books Kayla covered here: ⁠https://bookshop.org/shop/professionalbookgirl⁠ Follow Professional Book Girl on Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/professionalbookgirl/⁠ Follow Kayla on Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/kayreadwhat/⁠Watch on YouTube: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@professionalbookgirlpod⁠

    October Book Club | Fang Fiction by Kate Stayman-London

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 28, 2024 58:13


    For a very special October Book Club episode, Kayla is joined by the author of the pick! This episode contains spoilers. The November Book Club Pick is Here One Moment by Liane Moriarty. The book club episode will air on 11/25.  Please submit your thoughts to professionalbookgirlpod@gmail.com by 11/21 to be included in the episode. Thank you for listening!  Buy the books Kayla covered here: https://bookshop.org/shop/professionalbookgirl Follow Professional Book Girl on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/professionalbookgirl/ Follow Kayla on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kayreadwhat/ Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@professionalbookgirlpod

    Six Spooky Thrillers

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 21, 2024 24:07


    It's time to review some spooooky thrillers! The October Book Club Pick is Fang Fiction by Kate-Stayman London. The book club episode will air on 10/28.  On this episode, Kayla reviews: Midnight is the Darkest Hour by Ashley Winstead The Lighthouse Witches by CJ Cooke The Sun Down Motel by Simone St James The September House by Carissa Orlando House of Hollow by Krystal Sutherland Hidden Pictures by Jason Rekulak As always, the reviews are spoiler-free. Thank you for listening!  Buy the books Kayla covered here: https://bookshop.org/shop/professionalbookgirl Follow Professional Book Girl on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/professionalbookgirl/ Follow Kayla on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kayreadwhat/Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@professionalbookgirlpod

    Halloweentown for Adults | Halloween Romance Books

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 14, 2024 25:15


    It's spooky season! This week Kayla is reviewing three Halloween-themed romance books. The October Book Club Pick is Fang Fiction by Kate-Stayman London. The book club episode will air on 10/28.  On this episode, Kayla talks about: The Ex Hex by Erin Sterling Phantasma by Kaylie Smith Small Town Big Magic by Hazel Beck As always, the reviews are spoiler-free. Thank you for listening!  Buy the books Kayla covered here: https://bookshop.org/shop/professionalbookgirl Follow Professional Book Girl on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/professionalbookgirl/ Follow Kayla on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kayreadwhat/Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@professionalbookgirlpod

    September Wrap Up | 20 Book Reviews

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 7, 2024 37:29


    It's the September Wrap Up! Kayla's recapping her month, sharing some exciting news, and reviewing 20 books! The October Book Club Pick is Fang Fiction by Kate-Stayman London. The book club episode will air on 10/28.  As always, the reviews are spoiler-free. Thank you for listening!  Buy the books Kayla covered here: https://bookshop.org/shop/professionalbookgirl Follow Professional Book Girl on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/professionalbookgirl/ Follow Kayla on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kayreadwhat/ Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@professionalbookgirlpod 

    September Book Club | Realm Breaker by Victoria Aveyard

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 3, 2024 29:15


    It's the September Book Club! Kayla is sharing all her thoughts on Realm Breaker LIVE as she reads! This episode contains spoilers. The October Book Club Pick is Fang Fiction by Kate-Stayman London. The book club episode will air on 10/28.  Thank you for listening!  Buy the books Kayla covered here: https://bookshop.org/shop/professionalbookgirl Follow Professional Book Girl on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/professionalbookgirl/ Follow Kayla on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kayreadwhat/Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@professionalbookgirlpod

    Episode 57: Listener's Choice

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 30, 2024 28:51


    It's listener's choice! This week Kayla is talking about what you requested to hear starting with her thoughts on current Bravo shows and moving into book review. The September Book Club Pick is Realmbreaker by Victoria Aveyard. The book club episode will air on 10/3. Please submit your thoughts to professionalbookgirlpod@gmail.com by 10/1 to be included in the episode. On this episode, Kayla talks about: The Gown by Jennifer Robson A Novel Love Story by Ashley Poston The Forest of Vanishing Stars by Kristin Harmel As always, the reviews are spoiler-free. Thank you for listening!  Buy the books Kayla covered here: https://bookshop.org/shop/professionalbookgirl Follow Professional Book Girl on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/professionalbookgirl/ Follow Kayla on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kayreadwhat/ Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@professionalbookgirlpod

    I Met Oprah!

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 23, 2024 32:41


    This week Kayla is sharing her experience meeting Oprah, reflecting on the end of summer, and reviewing three recent reads! The September Book Club Pick is Realmbreaker by Victoria Aveyard. The book club episode will air on 10/3. Please submit your thoughts to professionalbookgirlpod@gmail.com by 10/1 to be included in the episode. On this episode, Kayla talks about: JFK Jr by RoseMarie Terenzio and Liz McNeil Elizabeth of East Hampton by Audrey Bellezza and Emily Harding Dating You, Hating You by Christina Lauren As always, the reviews are spoiler-free. Thank you for listening!  Buy the books Kayla covered here: https://bookshop.org/shop/professionalbookgirl Follow Professional Book Girl on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/professionalbookgirl/ Follow Kayla on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kayreadwhat/Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@professionalbookgirlpod

    Author Interview | Iman Hariri-Kia

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 16, 2024 67:43


    Kayla is joined by author Iman Hariri-Kia to discuss her latest novel, The Most Famous Girl in the World, celebrity culture, and much more! This episode is spoiler-free. The September Book Club Pick is Realmbreaker by Victoria Aveyard. The book club episode will air on 10/3. Please submit your thoughts to professionalbookgirlpod@gmail.com by 10/1 to be included in the episode. Thank you for listening!  Buy the books Kayla covered here: https://bookshop.org/shop/professionalbookgirl Follow Professional Book Girl on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/professionalbookgirl/ Follow Kayla on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kayreadwhat/ Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@professionalbookgirlpod

    August Wrap Up | 30 Book Reviews

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 11, 2024 44:40


    It's the August Wrap-Up! This week, Kayla is discussing all the books she read in August. As always, the reviews are spoiler-free. Thank you for listening!  Buy the books Kayla covered here: ⁠https://bookshop.org/shop/professionalbookgirl⁠ Follow Professional Book Girl on Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/professionalbookgirl/⁠ Follow Kayla on Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/kayreadwhat/⁠Watch on YouTube: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@professionalbookgirlpod⁠

    August Book Club | All the Colors of the Dark by Chris Whitaker

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 2, 2024 41:46


    It's the August book club episode! This week Kayla is sharing all her thoughts on All the Colors of the Dark by Chris Whitaker - a five-star read! This episode contains spoilers. Thank you for listening!  Buy the books Kayla covered here: ⁠https://bookshop.org/shop/professionalbookgirl⁠Follow Professional Book Girl on Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/professionalbookgirl/⁠Follow Kayla on Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/kayreadwhat/⁠Watch on YouTube: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@professionalbookgirlpod⁠

    Author Interview | Rachel Koller Croft

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 26, 2024 60:28


    This week, Kayla is joined by one of her favorite authors, Rachel Koller Croft! They're talking all about her latest novel, We Love the Nightlife, and her debut Stone Cold Fox. This episode is spoiler-free .The August Book Club pick is All the Colors of the Dark by Chris Whitaker. The book club episode will be out on 9/2. Please submit your thoughts via IG DM or to professionalbookgirlpod@gmail.com by 8/27 to be included. Thank you for listening!  Buy the books Kayla covered here: ⁠https://bookshop.org/shop/professionalbookgirl⁠ Follow Professional Book Girl on Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/professionalbookgirl/⁠ Follow Kayla on Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/kayreadwhat/⁠ Watch on YouTube: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@professionalbookgirlpod⁠

    Meet My Mom!

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 19, 2024 44:57


    It's finally happened! Kayla's mom is on the pod! Kelley is sharing her reading habits, her love for Travis Kelce, and then sharing a few of her favorite romance reads. The August Book Club pick is All the Colors of the Dark by Chris Whitaker. The book club episode will be out on 9/2. Please submit your thoughts via IG DM or to professionalbookgirlpod@gmail.com by 8/27 to be included. As always, the reviews are spoiler-free. Thank you for listening!  Buy the books Kayla covered here: https://bookshop.org/shop/professionalbookgirl Follow Professional Book Girl on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/professionalbookgirl/ Follow Kayla on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kayreadwhat/Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@professionalbookgirlpod

    Gold Medal Books

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 12, 2024 27:09


    It's the PBG Olympics! This week Kayla is chatting about her Olympics highlights before reviewing three Olympic-related books. The August Book Club pick is All the Colors of the Dark by Chris Whitaker. The book club episode will be out on 9/2. Please submit your thoughts via IG DM or to professionalbookgirlpod@gmail.com by 8/27 to be included. On this episode, Kayla talks about: Fast Girls by Elise Hooper That Summer in Berlin by Lecia Cornwall The Happiest Girl in the World by Alena Dillon As always, the reviews are spoiler-free. Thank you for listening!  Buy the books Kayla covered here: https://bookshop.org/shop/professionalbookgirl Follow Professional Book Girl on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/professionalbookgirl/ Follow Kayla on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kayreadwhat/Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@professionalbookgirlpod

    July Wrap Up | 24 Book Reviews

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 5, 2024 58:04


    Kayla's back! This week she's recapping her month away from the mic, and then reviewing all 24 books she read. The August Book Club pick is All the Colors of the Dark by Chris Whitaker. The book club episode will be out on 9/2. Please submit your thoughts via IG DM or to professionalbookgirlpod@gmail.com by 8/27 to be included. Buy the books Kayla covered here: https://bookshop.org/shop/professionalbookgirl Follow Professional Book Girl on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/professionalbookgirl/ Follow Kayla on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kayreadwhat/ Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@profe

    July Book Club | Middle of the Night by Riley Sager

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 1, 2024 43:01


    It's the July Book Club! This week Kayla is discussing Middle of the Night by Riley Sager. This episode DOES contain spoilers. Thank you for listening!  Buy the books Kayla covered here: https://bookshop.org/shop/professionalbookgirl Follow Professional Book Girl on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/professionalbookgirl/ Follow Kayla on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kayreadwhat/Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@professionalbookgirlpod

    Author Interview | Lisa Barr

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 22, 2024 51:00


    This week Kayla is joined by historical fiction author Lisa Barr. They discuss her latest novel, The Goddess of Warsaw, which Kayla loved! This episode is spoiler-free. Thank you for listening!  Buy the books Kayla covered here: https://bookshop.org/shop/professionalbookgirl Follow Professional Book Girl on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/professionalbookgirl/ Follow Kayla on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kayreadwhat/Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@professionalbookgirlpod

    Author Interview | Kate Quinn

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 15, 2024 44:27


    This week Kayla is joined by one of her favorite authors, Kate Quinn. They're discussing her new novel The Briar Club, which Kayla loved and gave five stars! Buy the books Kayla covered here: https://bookshop.org/shop/professionalbookgirl Follow Professional Book Girl on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/professionalbookgirl/ Follow Kayla on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kayreadwhat/ Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@professionalbookgirlpod

    My Job is Beach and Books

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 8, 2024 35:59


    Never a dull moment! This week Kayla is chatting about getting laid off, and reviewing three books that helped her escape reality. The July Book Club pick is Middle of the Night by Riley Sager. Send your review to professionalbookgirlpod@gmail.com by 7/30 to be included in the book club episode. The book club episode will be out on 8/1. On this episode, Kayla talks about: Under Your Spell by Laura Wood If Something Happens to Me by Alex Finlay The Rom-Commers by Katherine Center As always, the reviews are spoiler-free. Thank you for listening! Buy the books Kayla covered here: https://bookshop.org/shop/professionalbookgirl Follow Professional Book Girl on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/professionalbookgirl/ Follow Kayla on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kayreadwhat/ Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@professionalbookgirlpod

    June Wrap Up | 30 Book Reviews

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 1, 2024 63:32


    It's the June Wrap-Up! This week, Kayla is reviewing an insane thirty books. Our July Book Club Pick is Middle of the Night by Riley Sager. Send your review to professionalbookgirlpod@gmail.com or DM it on Instagram by 7/30 to be included in the book club episode. The book club episode will be out on 8/1. As always, the reviews are spoiler-free. Thank you for listening!  Buy the books Kayla covered here: https://bookshop.org/shop/professionalbookgirl Follow Professional Book Girl on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/professionalbookgirl/ Follow Kayla on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kayreadwhat/ Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@professionalbookgirlpod

    June Book Club | Darling Girls by Sally Hepworth

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 27, 2024 25:16


    It's book club day! This week, Kayla is sharing all her thoughts on Darling Girls by Sally Hepworth. Stay tuned to the end for the July pick. Buy the books Kayla covered here: https://bookshop.org/shop/professionalbookgirl Follow Professional Book Girl on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/professionalbookgirl/ Follow Kayla on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kayreadwhat/Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@professionalbookgirlpod

    "I'm drinking a diet coke and wearing a Harry Styles Christmas shirt. Let's talk about books."

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 24, 2024 39:32


    This week, Kayla is fresh off a two-hour nap, and ready to talk about Bridgerton, the dragon she saw IRL, and three books that she read and loved this month. The June Book Club pick is Darling Girls by Sally Hepworth. The book club episode will be out on 6/27. On this episode, Kayla talks about: Real Americans by Rachel Khong The Ministry of Time by Kalianne Bradley The Briar Club by Kate Quinn As always, the reviews are spoiler-free. Thank you for listening! Buy the books Kayla covered here: https://bookshop.org/shop/professionalbookgirl Follow Professional Book Girl on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/professionalbookgirl/ Follow Kayla on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kayreadwhat/ Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@professionalbookgirlpod

    Author Interview | Laura Hankin

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 20, 2024 41:18


    This week Kayla is joined by one of her favorite authors, Laura Hankin. They're discussing her new novel One-Star Romance, which Kayla loved and gave five stars! Buy the books Kayla covered here: https://bookshop.org/shop/professionalbookgirl Follow Professional Book Girl on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/professionalbookgirl/ Follow Kayla on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kayreadwhat/Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@professionalbookgirlpod

    Recent Five Star Reads

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 17, 2024 44:16


    Welcome back to Professional Book Girl! After going four months without a five-star read, Kayla is on a roll and chatting about three recent five-star reads! The June Book Club pick is Darling Girls by Sally Hepworth. The book club episode will be out on 6/27. Please submit your thoughts to professionalbookgirlpod@gmail.com to be included in the episode. On this episode, Kayla talks about: One-Star Romance by Laura Hankin Summer Fridays by Suzanne Rindell We Love the Nightlife by Rachel Koller Croft As always, the reviews are spoiler-free.Thank you for listening! Buy the books Kayla covered here: https://bookshop.org/shop/professionalbookgirl Follow Professional Book Girl on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/professionalbookgirl/ Follow Kayla on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kayreadwhat/ Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@professionalbookgirlpod

    We Love Our Bread, We Love Our Butter, but Most of All, We Love Paris!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 10, 2024 36:32


    We love Paris! This week Kayla is rounding out her cities series with Paris. She discusses her lifelong love of the city, recaps her first trip, and shares plans for her next one before reviewing three books that take place in the city. The June Book Club pick is Darling Girls by Sally Hepworth. The book club episode will be out on 6/27. Submit your thoughts by 6/25 to be included in the episode. On this episode, Kayla talks about: The Room on Rue Amelie by Kristin Harmel A Witch in Time by Constance Sayers Becoming Josephine by Heather Webb As always, the reviews are spoiler-free. Thank you for listening!  Buy the books Kayla covered here: https://bookshop.org/shop/professionalbookgirl Follow Professional Book Girl on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/professionalbookgirl/ Follow Kayla on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kayreadwhat/Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@professionalbookgirlpod

    Author Interview | Brooke Lea Foster

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 6, 2024 59:52


    This week Kayla is joined by historical fiction author Brooke Lea Foster. They're chatting about her latest novel All the Summer In Between, as well as what it's like to read books set in the Hamptons as a Long Island girl, and more! Thank you for listening!  Buy the books Kayla covered here: https://bookshop.org/shop/professionalbookgirl Follow Professional Book Girl on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/professionalbookgirl/ Follow Kayla on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kayreadwhat/Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@professionalbookgirlpod

    May Wrap Up | 22 Book Reviews

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 3, 2024 53:05


    It's the May Wrap Up! This week, Kayla reflects on her month, and then reviews all 22 books she read in May. The June Book Club pick is Darling Girls by Sally Hepworth. The book club episode will be out on 6/27. Share your thoughts with Kayla by emailing professionalbookgirlpod@gmail.com by 6/25 to be included in the episode. As always, the reviews are spoiler-free. Thank you for listening!  Buy the books Kayla covered here: https://bookshop.org/shop/professionalbookgirl Follow Professional Book Girl on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/professionalbookgirl/ Follow Kayla on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kayreadwhat/Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@professionalbookgirlpod

    May Book Club | Funny Story by Emily Henry

    Play Episode Listen Later May 30, 2024 53:02


    It's book club time! This week, Kayla is sharing all of her thoughts on Funny Story by Emily Henry. Thank you to everyone who read along! Stay tuned at the end for the June pick. Buy the books Kayla covered here: https://bookshop.org/shop/professionalbookgirl Follow Professional Book Girl on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/professionalbookgirl/ Follow Kayla on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kayreadwhat Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@professionalbookgirlpod

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