Podcasts about beach reads

Live from the first-ever Read with Jenna Book Festival in Nashville, Jenna Bush Hager sits down with New York Times bestselling author Elin Hilderbrand for a heartfelt conversation about the end of her iconic Nantucket series, the joys and challenges of co-writing The Academy with her daughter, and the excitement of book-to-screen adaptations — including the Netflix hit The Perfect Couple. Elin shares how her beloved beach reads have brought readers comfort and connection through the years, and what it means to turn the page and start a brand-new chapter. Plus, she answers questions from the live festival audience in this special episode of Open Book with Jenna.(Event sponsored by Nashville Music City, Venue sponsored by W Nashville, and furniture provided by Mayker Events)

It's time for our annual "Summer Beach Reads" episode on Dying to Ask. The 2025 summer titles will not disappoint. Tina Ferguson, owner of Face in a Book bookstore, is back as our guide to all things literary. Tina and I have been doing a beach reads segment or podcast episode for 10 years now. And her pics this summer are a delightful blend of non-fiction and fiction. But our episode starts with a reality check on what the publishing industry looks like these days. Are people reading as much as they were during COVID-19 after they finished Netflix? Are romance sales as steamy as they were last year? Is Mark Twain about to follow in Hamilton's steps and be the next great musical thanks to a hot new offering from Ron Chernow? Don't miss this episode and please be sure to share it with your bookish friends and book clubs! Titles mentioned: "Headshot" "Glorious Exploits" "River of Lies" "We Solve Murders" "Mark Twain" "Tartufo"     Other places to listen CLICK HERE to listen on iTunes CLICK HERE to listen on Stitcher CLICK HERE to listen on Spotify        

This week, as Sam preps to go to Iceland, we've got some of our favorite books of the year so far, with Gatsby references all over the place, general indictments of people with more money than they need, and a call back to the Beat era. Here's what we've got on tap: - "Mansion Beach," by Meg Mitchell Moore, a retelling of Gatsby with a gender reversal and a good reminder that Fitzgerald, himself, was a bit of a "beach read" writer.  - "Atavists," by Lydia Millet, a story collection that works a bit like a multi-perspective novel and succeeds as both a realistic look at the suburbs and a send-up of modern life.  - "Careless People," by Sarah Wynn-Williams, which offers an inside look at some of the most ethically and morally bankrupt people the world has ever known: the creators of Facebook. - "The Silver Snarling Trumpet," by Robert Hunter, which is a must-read for anyone who likes Jerry Garcia or wants to harken back to a simpler time and get a glimpse of life before the hippies. 

Warning: While these reads feature beaches, they are not all "beach reads".  Lesley reviews three sea-riously good books: The Adventures of Amina al-Sirafi by S. A. Chakraborty, The Wager by David Grann, and Looking Glass Sound by Catriona Ward. 

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The NEW 2025 MomAdvice Summer Reading Guide includes 56 titles, including upcoming releases, new releases, and backlist gems. Browse 39 pages of bookish fun to prepare for your best summer stack.Welcome to one of my favorite episodes of the year- the official reveal of the 2025 MomAdvice Summer Reading Guide! This year's guide features 56 handpicked titles across every genre to help you find the perfect book for your summer reading mood.In this special episode of Book Gang, I'm revealing the inspiration behind this year's Summer Reading Guide. A recent health challenge shifted how and why I read, making this season's selections more intentional, joy-filled, and personal than ever before.From the ninety-eight books I read for this season, I'm spotlighting four unforgettable debut novels that stole my heart and should be at the top of your TBR. These fresh new voices are ones I'll be championing all season long, and I hope they become new favorites for you, too.Don't miss my special announcements on three upcoming projects I have in the works for online AND local friends to create even MORE bookish fun for your reading year. Grab a notebook (or open your Libby app!) to reserve all these gorgeous books for this year's fun, and let's deep dive into the WHY behind this year's selections.Browse the 2025 MomAdvice Summer Reading Guide (with ads) or receive the 39-page reading guide download ($7) to support our show. If you are a show patron, check your inbox for your copy as part of your member benefits- thank you for supporting my small business!  Editor's Note: We have switched from Bookshop.org to direct sales with three featured bookshops to ensure they keep every penny of the profit. Meet Amy Allen ClarkAmy Allen Clark is the founder of MomAdvice.com, a vibrant online community she has nurtured since 2004. Through this platform, Amy shares practical advice on recipes, DIY projects, and book recommendations for her readers.In 2013, Amy authored The Good Life for Less, published by Penguin, and provided families tips for running their household on a shoestring budget.Amy launched the Book Gang Podcast in 2021. The book podcast celebrates debut authors, explores backlist titles, and highlights under-the-radar book selections. Through engaging conversations with writers and fellow book enthusiasts, Amy's goal is to connect you with your new favorite book.Residing in Indiana, Amy is a mother of two who has shared her journey living with Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome to raise awareness and support others facing similar health challenges. Connect With Me:Buy the 2025 Summer Reading GuideConnect with Amy on Instagram, TikTok, or MomAdviceSupport the Show With a Tip on Buy Me a Coffee

This week, we're diving into a debut thriller that's frothy, funny, and unhinged in the best way. Liann Zhang joins me for a laugh-out-loud conversation about her new novel, Julie Chan Is Dead—a genre-blending con-artist thriller about identical twin sisters whose lives split in dramatically different directions… until one of them winds up dead.When the authorities mistake Julie for her famous sister, she makes a bold choice: to step into Chloe's perfectly curated shoes and steal her life. What follows is a fast-paced, satirical exploration of influencer culture, viral content, and the dark side of social media fame.In the spirit of the influencer theme, we share the most bizarre influencer swag we've ever received before digging into how a pandemic-fueled fascination with influencer culture allowed Liann to take a break from her dreams of writing about the Ming Dynasty.We also talk about what it's like to write a morally murky protagonist, the grotesque cult subplot that takes things to the next level, and why this book just might be Bunny meets Yellowface with a touch of The Bling Ring.In this fun conversation, Liann and I discuss:How Liann pivoted from writing about the Ming Dynasty to a con-artist thrillerWhy influencer culture during the pandemic was the perfect satirical settingCreating the character of Julie: an intriguing anti-heroine who fully leans into her morally gray side.The ongoing need for critical consumption of influencer content

Emily Henry is a New York Times & Sunday Times Bestselling author who has written five consecutive number one Bestsellers.  She has been dubbed the ‘Queen of the Beach Read' and has helped redefine the romance genre. Jenna Bush Hager sits down with Emily to discuss how she began writing fan fiction in middle school, and the teachers that encouraged her along the way. She opens up about how she first discovered the romance genre, and how she has embraced writing and reading books that bring her joy!

Back to normal! No guests this week, just a bunch of books to talk about, including some big names. Is Sam's mic kind of wonky early? Yes. Just get by that. It doesn't last long. And you really want to hear about: -  "Great Big Beautiful Life," by Emily Henry, which is just enough different from her previous beach reads to make a great beach read. It's a ridiculous biography contest set in Georgia.  - "The Name of this Band is R.E.M.," by Peter Ames Carlin, which Sam found a little boring, but it's hard to tell if that's just because R.E.M. is a boring band.  - "Raising Hare," by Chloe Dalton, which really is about raising a bunny, but not a bunny, a hare, which is a different mysterious kind of animal. Better than that sounds, though.  - "Everything is Tuberculosis," by John Green, which has a terrible name, but is very readable because John Green can write like crazy. This leads to talk about Reddit forums detailing woo-woo mom forum posting, for reasons, and discussion of the term "vlogger."  - "Whyte Python World Tour," by Travis Kennedy, an absolutely absurd and often funny tale of a hair-metal band secretly working for the CIA to bring down the Wall in the late 1980s. Sam doesn't know what to make of it.  - "Emily Wilde's Encyclopaedia of Faeries," by Heather Fawcett, which is delightful, about an academic cataloging faeries in Norway. It's cozy and quite charming.  Also, no, we didn't get this posted in time for Bookstore Day or the Literary Festival, but just try to look past that. It's already happened and you missed it. But there will be other stuff that's awesome in the future, we promise. 

Disclosure: We are part of the Amazon Affiliate/LTK Creator programs. We will receive a small commission at no cost if you purchase a book. This post may contain links to purchase books.In today's episode of What to Read Next, we're diving into four smart beach reads—books with substance, style, and serious escape vibes. Whether you're on a lounge chair or just daydreaming about it, these titles deliver compelling plots, sharp writing, and unforgettable characters. From OnlyFans journeys to literary ice dancers and secret identities, this list blends literary flair with binge-worthy storytelling.

 Join Jen, Carla, and me Y. M. Nelson as we recommend romance books that are perfect for a beach vacation. These reads range from sweet to red hot and everything in between. Find your next book summer fling here. Some Books we recommend:Forrest for the Trees by Kilby BladesOnly Mostly Dead by AlliTempleJewel Me Twice by Charish ReidOnly for the Week by Natasha BishopWe even name drop Danielle Allen and shamlessly plug RRAW and Black Romance Book Fest!See all of Carla Luna's books at https://www.carlalunabooks.com/Schedule a session with Jen Graybeal at https://jengraybeal.comFind most of these books we recommend at https://bookshop.org/lists/books-from-the-nerdy-romantics-podcast/edit * Show us some love with a text!Support the show#booktube #movietube⚠ *Note: some links to book recommendations are affiliate links. This means I receive a small commission when you buy. This does not affect the price you pay.

Thr gang sits down and discusses games they would classify as good "Beach Reads" Games discussed can be find in the links below: Dread Good Society Labyrinth Knit game Two Summers Heart of the Dearnicorn - A Mending, Epitath, Quiet Year 9th Level Games - Kobolds Ate my Baby, Mazes, Polymorph, Others Possum Creek Games - Sleepaway, Wandehome, Wickedness, Yezabas   Want to join the conversation? Join us on Discord: https://discord.gg/gPVH7a9  We are also affiliates with Fan Roll Dice by Metallic Dice Games: Follow this link: https://fanrolldice.com and enter the promo code STORYTOLD10 to receive 10% off your order! To help support the show, share it, or rate and review on your podcast service of choice. To support us financially, please donate on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thestorytold Website: https://www.thestorytoldpodcast.com Instagram: @thestorytoldpodcast Twitter: @storytoldpod Email: thestorytoldpodcast@gmail.com Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/thestorytoldpodcast   Follow Fools Moon Entertainment across social media in the links below:   Instagram: @foolsmoonentertain Twitter: @foolsmoonei Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/foolsmoonentertainment/   Our music is composed by James Horan. To contact him regarding composition, send him an email: jhoran99@optonline.net  

It's that time of year when we want to lie on a beach and lose ourselves in a good book. Today on the show, three summer reading recs that got our hosts thinking about economics. Remember, anything read on the beach is, in fact, a "beach read." Books recommended in this episode: • Exit West by Mohsin Hamid (B&N, Bookshop) • Everything Is Predictable: How Bayesian Statistics Explain Our World by Tom Chivers (B&N, Bookshop) • Range: Why Generalist Triumph in a Specialized World by David Epstein (B&N, Bookshop) Related episodes: How Asimov's 'Foundation' has inspired economists (Apple / Spotify) The carbon coin: A novel idea Beach reads for econ nerdsFor sponsor-free episodes of The Indicator from Planet Money, subscribe to Planet Money+ via Apple Podcasts or at plus.npr.org. Music by Drop Electric. Find us: TikTok, Instagram, Facebook, Newsletter. Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy

Elin Hilderbrand is a bestselling romance author who's been writing about summers on Nantucket for the last two decades. Now, after 30 books, she's closing this chapter with “Swan Song,” her final novel set on the island. Elin joins Tom to share how her experience going to the most prestigious writing school in North America led her to writing beach reads, how she creates a community through fiction, and why she's now calling it quits — sort of.

Hey Hey! This is my (Nina's) first solo episode! From now on this will (probably) be a single-host podcast. But I'll make sure it's still enjoyable for you guys. Let me know if you have any suggestions for me in regards to the format, topics, etc. I'm all ears! 
In this episode, I'll first address the elephant in the room. Secondly, I'll mention two of this year's beach reads that I enjoyed, and thirdly, a new book series discovery that's got me hooked! 
The book series consists of four main books: Corrupt, Hideaway, Kill Switch, and Nightfall. And two novels. If you're into them and if you think they'd be good options for a deep dive on this podcast let me know. :)
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On this episode of Tales from the Albright, Alyssa and Jenny discuss the history of the beach read. The discussion spans what type of books people are likely to read on vacation, what types of vacations people take, and the importance of hammocks. We hope you enjoy!

Send us a Text Message.We discuss a selection of Kollontai's writings and speeches on women's oppression, the family structure, and new ways to conceive of sex and love in a liberated society. 

Enjoy a summer treat in The Coop with Elin Hilderbrand, the Queen of the beach read. With 30 bestselling novels, Elin has captivated readers worldwide with her beautifully crafted stories set in her hometown of Nantucket. From The Summer of '69 to The Nantucket Hotel and the thrilling TV adaptation of The Perfect Couple starring Nicole Kidman, Elin's literary magic knows no bounds.But it's not all sunshine. Elin lost her father when she was 16, battled breast cancer, navigated a divorce, and overcame career setbacks with a whole lotta patience. Through it all, she has emerged stronger, transforming into a resilient new empty nester, brimming with hope and discipline. Now, she's on the cusp of her next adventure, thriving as an independent woman, and writing with her daughter on a series focused on boarding school life. Clearly, this will be one to scoop up.Elin Hilderbrand's story is one of resilience, creativity, and fabulous Nantucket parties. And she continues to rise to the top, one beach read at a time.Go scoop up her newest (and last!) Nantucket Beach read aptly named Swan Song.Follow Elin in all your favorite places:Instagram: @elinhilderbrandTwitter: @elinhilderbrandWebsite: www.elinhilderbrand.net--To learn more about our sponsors:OluKaiLive the Ohana Life with OluKai.Incredible lifestyle shoes and sandals for everyday comfort and style.Check out their new pickleball and golf shoes!https://olukai.comUse code COOP for Free Shipping.Erin GrayThe perfect white Tshirt has been found.The softest Pima cotton from Peru.Pre shrunk and pre washed and no tags.https://eringraydesign.comUse code COOP20 for 20% off your next order.Emogene & CoAmazing Botanical Skin Care line.The most natural and hydrating productsMade by a licensed pharmacist, Dr Allyson Brennan.https://www.emogeneandco.comUse code COOP20 for 20% off your next order. Follow The Coop with Kit on Instagram @kithoover and @thecoopwithkithoover

Roads Taken with Leslie Jennings Rowley will be returning for an all new season this summer— but don't expect frothy beach-read material. We're getting into the heavy stuff of the current moment—the opioid epidemic, higher education, the climate crisis and scariest of all, online dating. As in all our previous seasons, we will talk with new guests—all a quarter-century-plus after college—about who they were as they graduated, who they thought they'd become, and how they've traveled down various roads to get where they are today. But this time, interspersed with those new voices, we will be sitting down anew with some previous guests to get an update on the paths they've trod since our last conversation. It might not all be fun and games but, in talking to these special humans, we will certainly be finding the humanity in it all.//You might want to re-listen to a few previous episodes.Particularly handy might be the episodes withBrandon del Pozo (The Philosopher Officer),Kira Lawrence (Better Environments), andAdam Medros (Disruptive Mindset). Or visit our full archive at RoadsTakenShow.com. And be sure you've subscribed or you're following in your favorite podcast app and that your auto download feature is turned on so you don't miss any new episodes when they start dropping later in July 2024. Find more episodes at https://roadstakenshow.com Executive Producer/Host: Leslie Jennings RowleyMusic: Brian BurrowsEmail the show at RoadsTakenShow@gmail.com

Send me a text messageFrom books about road trips, family beach vacations, the Olympics, and an Italian island, in this episode I share seven beach read book recommendations across various genres for the summer.  Don't forget to share your what you've been reading and doing this summer via text or Spotify Q&A.SHOW NOTES & BOOKLIST:Find the episode show notes and a list of all the books mentioned here.LINKS:The 7 Summer Beach Reads You Can't Miss in 2024Interview with Lorenzo Carcaterra Watch my video talking about the Nonna Maria seriesThe Ultimate List of Beach Reads (all genres)MORE RESOURCES:Visit bibliolifestyle.com for more information and resources to help you in your reading journey.JOIN THE COMMUNITY:Join the BiblioLifestyle Community & the Bring Your Own Book (BYOB) Club for a fun, online book club experience!  Come and share books you've read, get inspiration for what to read next, make friends, and encourage each other along the way.  Learn more and join the community: bibliolifestyle.com/community.THE BIBLIOLIFESTYLE 2024 SUMMER READING GUIDEGet ready for an epic summer reading season! Download your free copy of The 2024 Summer Reading Guide when you visit thesummerreadingguide.com. This year's guide has forty-five new books organized across eight categories, plus recipes, activities, lifestyle tips, and more. So download your free copy and discover your next favorite book!

In this episode, I'm sharing my favourite summer books and beach reads that are perfect for creative business owners. These books are all about helping you step back, relax, and do some big-picture planning for your business while enjoying your summer break; so that you can use the slower summer months to help you plan, strategize, and get clarity ahead of the busy sales season! Links from this episode Watch this episode on Patreon! The Artist Way by Julia Cameron Walking in This World by Julia Cameron Big Magic by Elizabeth Gilbert Find Your Artistic Voice by Lisa Congdon More Sales Please by Sara Dalrymple Profit First by Mike Michalowicz The Digital Marketing Handbook by Alice Benham    Join the community Subscribe to our newsletter Become a Patreon Pal Follow the show on instagram   Ask a question! If you have a question or topic that you would like to hear covered on the show then send it in to us by adding to the Listener's Cup!

It's officially summertime, and the season of reading is finally here! Two science writers and voracious readers have compiled their summer reading recommendations, just for Science Friday fans. Before you head out for a week at the beach, start packing for that road trip, or stock up for a long staycation, we've got the list of science-y summer reads, straight from those familiar with the best on the shelf.Joining guest host Diana Plasker to offer listeners their recommendations are Riley Black, a Salt Lake City-based science writer and the author of several books, including The Last Days of the Dinosaurs: An Asteroid, Extinction, and the Beginning of Our World; and Deborah Blum, director of the Knight Science Journalism program at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology and author of several books, including The Poison Squad: One Chemist's Single-Minded Crusade for Food Safety at the Turn of the Twentieth Century, based in Cambridge, Massachusetts.You can check out the full list here.Universe of Art is hosted and produced by D. Peterschmidt, who also wrote the music. Our show art was illustrated by Abelle Hayford. Support for Science Friday's science and arts coverage comes from the Alfred P. Sloan Foundation. Do you have science-inspired art you'd like to share with us for a future episode? Send us an email or a voice memo to universe@sciencefriday.com.

Happy 4th of July weekend! Molly and Jamie talk Beach Reads on this weeks episode of Book Pop!Join the conversation!! Let us know your favorite book tracking apps! Email us at bookpoppodcast@gmail.com!

What has been on the recent reading list for Ross and Dan, and should you considering adding it to your beach reads? We'll give you our take so you can decide if you should give it your time.Send your questions for Check Your Balances to checkyourbalances@outlook.com to be featured on the show!This episode is on YouTubeWe're also on Instagram: @checkyourbalances

Given the hot weather -- and the depressing politics -- you may be looking for an easy "beach read" for the beach, or maybe just the break room or bedroom. Laurie Dreyer, manager of Troy Public Library's Lansingburgh branch, has five suggestions, in various settings. The first four she heard of from the website blackgirlnerds.com: "Summer on the Bluffs" (Sunny Hostin, 2021, on Martha's Vineyard); "Drunk on Love" (Jasmine Guillory, 2022, in a Napa Valley winery); "Honey and Spice" (Bolu Babalola, 2022 in a radio program!); and "The Accidental Pinup" (Danielle Jackson, 2022, in a photography studio). The fifth one is a thriller: "When No One Is Watching" (Alyssa Cole, 2020, in a Brooklyn neighborhood). For more details, stop by the Lansingburg branch at 27 114th St., or visit www.thetroylibrary.org. To find other libraries in New York State, see https://www.nysl.nysed.gov/libdev/libs/#Find. Produced by Brea Barthel for Hudson Mohawk Magazine.

Melissa and Jessica are back with more book recommendations to hole up in the air conditioning with.

Beach Read Recommendation: Only For The Weekwe had SO many callouts this week, email us with your thoughts or join us on PATREON to discuss with the community! Love the show and want it AD FREE, with more BONUS CONTENT? Join the Rose Garden on Patreon.CONNECT WITH US: Instagram | Twitter | TikTok | MerchEMAIL: 2blackgirls1rose@gmail.comFollow Natasha's Substack The Nite Owl: theniteowl.substack.comFollow Justine for beauty content: @justlydiak Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

After the blockbuster success of his novel “Crazy Rich Asians,” Kevin Kwan is back with a new summer read. The author joins host Krys Boyd to discuss his new novel – which again dives into themes of class, race, and money. It's also a fun romp through the tropes of 19th Century marriage plots with true love on the line. The book is “Lies and Weddings.”

Summertime Chi is always busy. So we want to make sure we're keeping you up to date on the best things to do during these summer weekends. That's why we've enlisted City Cast Chicago contributor Greta Johnsen to put us on the events to check out, talk about parks versus beaches, and get our summer reading list on lock. Events mentioned: Shout OUT: A Tribute to Gays in Gospel Music Pride Skate Party Blues Fest Puerto Rican Fest The Lost Kingdoms The Chicago Archaeopteryx Godzilla vs. Music Box Books mentioned:  “Ministry of Time” by Kaliane Bradley “Margo's Got Money Troubles” by Rufi Thorpe “Nothing to See Here” by Kevin Wilson “There's Always This Year: On Basketball and Ascension” by Hanif Abdurraqib Check out GRETAGRAM  Want some more City Cast Chicago news? Then make sure to sign up for our Hey Chicago newsletter.  Follow us @citycastchicago You can also text us or leave a voicemail at: 773 780-0246 Learn more about our sponsors: Learn more about our sponsors: “Black Sunday” at TimeLine Theatre Become a member of City Cast Chicago. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info HERE Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Join Shellie, Riley, and Charlie as they discuss what exactly makes a book a good beach read. Is it the themes or locations of the book? Is it the genre of the book? Or, is it something else entirely? Tune in to find out! Books mentioned: Thirsty Mermaids by Kat Leyh The Humans by Matt Haig One Perfect Couple by Ruth Ware Piglet by Lottie Hazel The Main Character by Jaclyn Goldis The Ruins by Scott Smith

Episode Summary: In this episode, Kelly and Alix share all the hot new beach reads releasing this spring and summer to add to your TBR! Prepare for a summer filled with romance, humor, and a bit of fantasy, too.Topics Discussed:[3:18] Fangirl Down by Tessa Bailey[5:13] Just for the Summer by Abby Jimenez[7:09] The Rule Book by Sarah Adams[9:14] Funny Story by Emily Henry[13:09] The Paradise Problem by Christina Lauren[18:07] Twelfth Knight by Alexene Farol Follmuth[22:08] The Wren in the Holly Library by KA Linde[25:34] Daydream by Hannah Grace[28:38] Not In Love by Ali Hazelwood[31:55] The Wedding People by Alison EspachOther Books MentionedThe Cheat Sheet by Sarah AdamsThe Unhoneymooners by Christina LaurenThe Atlas Six by Olivie BlakeI Am Legend by Richard MathesonThe Maple Hills series by Hannah GraceBride by Ali HazelwoodThe Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants by Ann BrasharesWhat's New at LitJoy?The Ocean at the End of the Lane Illustrated Special EditionKingdom of the Wicked CollectionFablehaven: Rise of the Evening Star LitJoy EditionFollow LitJoy!Make sure to RATE & REVIEWJoin our Lunacorns private membership group at https://litjoycrate.com/podcast-lunacornsFollow us on Instagram @litjoycrateFollow us on TikTok @litjoycrateUse the code PODCAST10 for a 10% discount! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Host Y. M. Nelson, guest cohost Jen G. and new guest co-host Leslie M. share the books that they're excited to read (or re-read) this summer. This one is sure to fill up your TBR list whether you like a sweet or a steamy heat level.We  recommend romance reads for your summer from every romance subgenre including, contemporary, sci-fi, historical, and paranormal. We even have a selection from the new hot romantasy genre. This episode is spoiler-free, so get ready to add to your eReaders, your library hold list, or your list for your next Barnes and Noble run because we've got you!Get "Star Date" for free when you subscribe to the Nerdy Romantics Newsletter. Go to https://nerdyromanticspodcast.com/subscribe/ to get your copy. Support the Show.Contact Nerdy Romantics Podcast: https:// nerdyromanticspodcast.com for show notes Get a FREE romance eBook when you subscribe to my newsletter. Follow me on Instagram, Facebook, and TikTok Get premium episodes in your email or in your podcast feed. Want to be on the show? Find out how at https://nerdyromanticspodcast.com/be-on-the-show Thank you for listening!

The British Library isn't all books; it has a huge sound archive, one of the largest in the world. It has drawn on this for Beyond the Bassline, the first major exhibition to documenting Black British music. Curators Aleema Gray and Mykaell Riley guide Shahidha Bari through the 500-year musical journey of African and Caribbean people in Britain.Emily Henry is a giant of the Beach Read: indeed one of her best selling novels is literally called that. With her forthcoming Funny Book, she is joined by author of The Garnett Girls Georgina Moore to discuss what goes into an ideal summer book.And on Shakespeare's birthday, we discuss the women who made him as well as his female contemporaries with Charlotte Scott, from the Shakespeare Birthplace Trust, and Rami Targoff author of Shakespeare's Sisters: Four Women Who Wrote the RenaissancePresenter: Shahidha Bari Producer: Ciaran Bermingham

Go along on this wild ride of talk about the Royals, beach reads and we pick a blind date with a book for each other to read in an upcoming episode. *This episode was recorded before Princess Kate announced her medical diagnosis, we wish her nothing but the best. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-lost-chill/donations

If you are an avid reader who loves summer and everything that comes with it, you've probably heard of Elin Hilderbrand. A prolific author and New York Times #1 bestseller, Elin is known as the “Queen of the Beach Reads” and has written twenty-nine novels since 2000, most of which take place on the island that has been her home since 1994: Nantucket. Her thirtieth and final book Swan Song comes out this June, although there is undoubtedly still more to come in Elin's career. In this episode, we talk about what made her fall in love with Nantucket, her creative process as an author, and her tips for getting the work done. Don't miss this interview where we discuss:Elin's summer trips to Cape Cod throughout her childhood, and how losing her father when she was 16 motivated her to recapture the joy she felt during those summersThe story behind Elin's decision to write her novels about Nantucket, her first book deals, and how confidence walks hand-in-hand with humility  How the key to writing any story is to draw from your own life experiences, and Elin's advice to aspiring authorsMaintaining self-discipline, setting daily goals for yourself, and how oftentimes the hardest part is just getting startedElin's plans for her future projects, starting her podcast Books Beach and Beyond, and what it's like to write a book with her daughterFind Elin Hilderbrand:www.elinhilderbrand.netIG: @elinhilderbrandTwitter: @elinhilderbrandFacebook: Elin HilderbrandPodcast: Books Beach and BeyondFollow Lydia:www.lydiafenet.comIG: @lydiafenetLinkedIn: Lydia FenetIf you enjoyed this episode and you'd like to help support the podcast, please subscribe and leave a rating and review on Apple or Spotify or where ever you get your podcasts. To stay up to date with Claim Your Confidence and get all the behind-the-scenes content, you can follow us on Instagram and on YouTube. Recorded at The Newsstand Studios at Rockefeller Center.Thank you for listening.

Travel the world in style, regardless of your budget. Today, Amber is joined by travel advisor Heather Christopher to answer all your trip-planning questions. From hot travel trends to tips on traveling in comfort without breaking the bank, Heather shares her insights into how you can have the most memorable, rich-girl-vibe vacation yet.After a successful ten-year career working for a travel agency, Heather founded HC Travel Firm. As a collective, they've planned over 5,000 trips as an agency and have connections all across the world! Step away from the dodgy Trip Advisor reviews, close your 17 tabs, pour yourself a Mai Tai, and watch how easy it becomes when you leave it to her and her team. -------------------------In today's episode, we cover the following:What does a travel advisor do (2:55)Who should work with a travel advisor (5:25)How do travel advisors get paid (7:18)How travel advisors create memorable trips (8:23)2024 travel trends (10:05)Best practices for trip planning (18:10)How many trips should you book in a year? (21:30)Flying commercial in economy or business class (25:09)Hot travel tips for girlies on a budget (26:25)Ideas for a hot honeymoon trip (30:09)Rapid fire rich girl questions (31:24)----------------------------RESOURCESGet curated travel recs on the AmiGo AppFind your next steamy read at Beach Reads & Bubbly----------------------------GUEST INFOTo learn more about Heather and HC Travel Firm and to book your dream trip, follow them on Instagram @HCTravelFirm and visit their website, hctravelfirm.com. ----------------------------Today's episode is brought to you by HC Travel Firm—a boutique travel agency that crafts flawless trips for couples, families, and solo travelers. Pack your back and have the rest taken care of for you. Plan your seamless trip today at hctravelfirm.com and tell them that Old Money podcast sent you! ----------------------------Today's episode is sponsored by the Female Founder Collective and their exclusive membership community, the 10th House. Scale and grow your business with like-minded women. Send in your applications by the end of January 2024 to join their next cohort, and use the code OLD MONEY for 15% off your annual membership!----------------------------Connect with the Old Money Podcast:Web: OldMoneyPodcast.comEmail: OldMoneyPodcast@gmail.comInstagram: @OldMoneyPodcastTikTok: @OldMoneyPodcast----------------------------Copyright (c) Old Money 2023. The content presented in this podcast is intended to entertain, educate, inspire and support listeners in their personal and professional development and does not constitute business, financial, or legal advice. Please note that this episode may contain paid...

The day I announced this podcast, the DM's started rolling in. “You have to get Katie from Beach Reads and Bubbly on the podcast!” I was already all over it, I love Katie as much as all of you!I get a ton of my book recs from Katie's page, @beachreadsandbubbly, but more than that, I've fallen in love with her down-to-earth, bubbly personality. We had so much fun chatting, after we stopped recording we kept chatting for hours.So today, we get into all things reading, romance books, working / parenting from home, and how we became internet girls (I promise to never say that again LOL).We also get into:Why she thinks romance is having a momentB.R.A.D.'s (Beach Reads After Dark) ;)The origins of Beach Reads & Bubbly, which started as Katie's side hustle and is now her full-time gigThe Magnolia Parks Universe book series and associated fashion Instagram pageOur literary pet peevesWhy we're obsessed with the author Emily HenryKatie's bread sawMy favorite T-shirtHow Travis + Taylor + Instagram's algorithm = I'm now a sports fan?The romance-novel-esque story of how the Miami Dolphins' coach met his wifeWhat Katie cooks when she doesn't feel like cookingLinks:Katie's InstagramBeach Reads & Bubbly blogMy tee obsession - the Perfect White TeeBallerina FarmMagnolia Parks Universe Closet Instagram page Get full access to What To Cook When You Don't Feel Like Cooking at whattocook.substack.com/subscribe

Hey book besties! We have the absolutely lovely Katie from one of our favorite bookstagram accounts, Beach Reads & Bubbly, on the podcast today! We talk all about BRADs (Beach Reads After Dark) and how we shouldn't feel shame or guilt about reading romance. It was a great discussion and we can't wait for you to listen! Podcast Instagram: @smutshowpodcast Join our Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/6818519228162526/ Join our first Book Club: https://fable.co/club/smut-show-book-club-with-rachel-lewis-281086476991 Become a Patreon subscriber: http://patreon.com/WelcomeToTheSmutshow Connect with Katie: Instagram: @beachreadsandbubbly TikTok: @beachreadsandbubbly Check out her website here! Connect with Neely: Instagram: @neelykins TikTok: @booksandbarre Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/user/show/122825135 Connect with Rachel: Instagram: @rachel_mlewis TikTok: @rachel_mlewis Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/user/show/8632745 To see the books we talked about, visit our Amazon Store Front! https://www.amazon.com/shop/rachel_mlewis

Brea and Mallory recommend beach reads, solve a book tech problem about sharing ebooks, and discuss the best way to read book translations from different translators. Email us at readingglassespodcast at gmail dot com!Reading Glasses MerchRecommendations StoreSponsors -GreenChefwww.greenchef.com/GLASSES50Code: GLASSES50Pair Eyewearwww.paireyewear.com/GLASSES Links -Reading Glasses Facebook GroupReading Glasses Goodreads GroupAmazon Wish ListNewsletterLibro.fmMallory's Book Event in NYCTo join our Slack channel, email us proof of your Reading-Glasses-supporting Maximum Fun membership!Books Mentioned - Better Living Through Birding by Christian CooperThe God of Endings by Jacqueline HollandStone Cold Fox by Rachel Koller CroftLocal Girls by Caroline ZancanMalibu Rising by Taylor Jenkins ReidHighly Suspicious and Unfairly Cute by Talia HibbertMaking a Scene by Constance WuLucky Us by Amy BloomThe House Across the Lake by Riley SagerThe Blue Girl by Laurie FoosBlack Cake by Charmaine WilkersonHola Papi by John Paul Brammer

There are race books, and there are beach reads, and never the twain shall meet. You know that old truism, right? Well, this is Code Switch (the show about race and identity and romance and drama from NPR), and we weren't willing to accept that dichotomy. So on this episode, we're bringing you a bouquet of our favorite summer thrillers, love stories, memoirs and more — all of which have something to say about race.

July is the perfect month to grab a book and head to the nearest body of water to relax. In this month's “Beach Reads” episode, the girls discuss two Beach Reads they picked up this month, along with their opinions on “Hype Books” from social media. We also congratulate our Instagram giveaway winner, and a huge THANK YOU to the authors who made it happen. Here are the books mentioned in this episode:  The Perfect Marriage by Jeneva Rose Fourth Wing by Rebecca Yarros The Rumor by Elin Hilderbrand The Last Thing He Told Me by Laura Dave Postcards from Summer by Cynthia Platt Rock Paper Scissors by Alice Feeney A Door in the Dark by Scott Reintgen The Heiress by Rachel Hawkins How to Be Eaten by Maria Adelmann Dance of Thieves by Mary E. Pearson The Puzzle Master by Danielle Trussoni  Tokyo Ever After by Emiko Jean The Forgotten Book by Mechthild Glaser The Golden Spoon by Jessa Maxwell The Wishing Game by Meg Shaffer The House Witch 2 and 3 by Delemhach The Princess of Potential by Delemhach Significant by Shanen Ricci The Witch and the Vampire by Francesca Flores In the Lives of Puppets by TJ Klune Pretty Dead Queens by Alexa Donne

GET OUR SUMMER READING LIST!!! If you're like us, you're gonna need some resilience reminders and some super strategies from some of our most favorite guests all summer long. You'll get the book selections and the podcast episodes. ~ Kristin & Mary Fran It's SUMMER!!! We love summer here at Brilliantly Resilient, especially because it means Beach Reads!! And have we got a list for you! From some old favorites (Pictionary creator Rob Angel's story in Game Changer and Rob Kenney's Dad How Do I?) to some inspiring new best-sellers like Selena Rezvani's Quick Confidence and Geralyn Ritter's Bone By Bone, we're bringing you some amazing stories by some of our favorite Brilliantly Resilient authors, podcast guests, and yep, they're our buddies! Starting the first week of July, 2023, you can visit www.brilliantlyresilient.net to get a download of our 2023 Summer Reading List! The list provides not only great reads and book titles, but a link to the Brilliantly Resilient podcast episode featuring each brilliant guest! We're super excited about this year's addition (Can you tell by how many exclamation points we've used???!!!!!) and we know you will be, too. Be sure to visit the Brilliantly Resilient podcast each week for more inspiration and enjoy a summer of spectacular reading! Let's be Brilliantly Resilient together!! XO, Kristin & Mary Fran  

The traditional long summer break from school in the U.S. can mean fun in the sun—and summer learning loss (SLL). While SLL is a documented phenomenon, not all K-12 students lose the same skills and knowledge over the summer. In fact, some make gains over the summer holiday. One of the most important things students can do to improve is read. And reading can be a powerful driver of learning for adults as well as K-12 students. In this episode of the Leading Learning Podcast, co-hosts Jeff Cobb and Celisa Steele offer a preview of their summer reading list, each sharing one book of nonfiction, one of fiction, and a wildcard—with a few bonus books thrown in for good measure. Show notes and a downloadable transcript are available at https://www.leadinglearning.com/episode362.

Go read a book! It's like a summer anthem for parents but the dividends are worth the nagging. Research continues to prove that summer reading helps kids avoid the brain drain that often occurs during summer break. Summer reading improves reading skills. Reading fluency is key to academic success in all subjects. Kids + summer reading = a winning combo. That said, it's sometimes a tough sell with kids. That's why it's critical to find something that grabs a kid's interest and reflects their individuality. Tina Ferguson is the owner of Face in a Book bookstore and my co-host on our annual "Summer Beach Reads" show. In part 2, Tina suggests titles for kids that are rich in inclusivity and imagination. Have a reluctant reader in your home? Tins suggest parents be open to graphic novels, whose popularity has exploded. "There are things you can do with illustrations along with the vocabulary in the book that really works together to get a beginning reader to really keep going and to really enjoy what they're reading," says Tina. On this Dying to Ask: How the publishing world is meeting the need for more inclusive books Tips to get a reluctant reader hooked on books The number one thing parents can do to encourage reading Tina's top 10 pics for summer books for kids Tina's picks for kids: The Swifts: A Dictionary of Scoundrels/Beth Lincoln The Sour Grape/Jory John and Pete Oswald The Agathas/Kathleen Glasgow When You Trap a Tiger/Tae Keller Dog Man #11: 20,000 Fleas Under the Sea/Dave Pilkey Big Tree/Brian Selznick Where You See Yourself/Claire Forrest The Windeby Puzzle/Lois Lowry Judy Moody & Friends: Jessica Finch is in Trouble /Megan McDonald Once Upon a Book/Grace Lin illustrated by Kate Messner

Read anything good lately? Your answer will be YES after checking out our annual summer beach reads episodes. We have so many book pics this year that we're breaking it up into two episodes. Part 1 will cover adult titles. Part 2 will cover kid picks from preschool to young adult (YA). Our literary guide is Tina Ferguson, owner of Face in a Book bookstore. This summer, Tina says romance is still hot, so to speak — but she's also seeing a trend in "feel good" books. "I think that feel-good books are trending because we just need some uplifting in our day. And so that's been a really nice thing to see as well. And then I see a lot of like speculative fiction, a little bit of sci-fi coming back, too," Tina said. Tina's picks: "When Women Were Dragons"/Kelly Barnhill "Saturday Night at the Lakeside Supper Club"/J. Ryan Stradal "Yellowface"/R. F. Kuang "The Midnight Library"/Matt Haig "You Could Make This Place Beautiful"/Maggie Smith "Happy Place"/Emily Henry "The Covenant of Water"/Abraham Verghese "The Wager"/David Grann Finley Donovan Series/Elle Cosimano "Trust"/Hernan Diaz On this 'Dying to Ask': The book trends emerging for the summer of 2023. How to fit more reading into your life. Tina's top 10 books to bring to the beach this summer.

In Episode 104 of Book Talk, Etc. Tina and Renee share their recent beach reads. They also share what they've been loving lately, their latest reads, shelf additions, and answer YOUR questions. If you enjoy this episode, be sure to FOLLOW /SUBSCRIBE on your podcast app so you never miss an episode!**If you enjoy our commercial free podcast please consider supporting us on Patreon!  We have great bonus episodes including: Books we DNFed, What's in the Mailbag, + Criminally Booked! Plus, we host fun Zoom events like Mood Reader Happy Hour and Book Talk Book Club, a private Facebook group & a lively DISCORD where you can interact with other patrons all for just $5 a month!Check out our Merchandise Shop!Any Man |Amber TamblynLoving Lately 3:17 Recess Nonalcoholic Craft Mocktails (T) 5:35 Gerbera Daisy's (Trader Joe's) (R) Benefits of Fresh Flowers Article Latest Reads 9:29 No One Needs to Know | Lindsay Cameron (T) 13:49 `Summer Sisters | Judy Blume (R)

Courtney and Bailey encourage you to tap into simple pleasures for more fun and joy in your life. They share simple little luxuries that will make you smile.! Whether it's food, hobbies, or small gestures, this duo is here to show you that being in the moment is the key to noticing the little things that bring us endless joy.    Favorite Things Bailey: The Guest by Emma Cline Pepperoncini Kettle Chips   Favorite Things Courtney: @jhardesty on Instagram   PATREON: Support us on Patreon here! You will get access to a new monthly bonus episode, future live Q&A calls and we'll send you a love letter.    Episode Notes and Resources:  Target sheets Pixi Under-eye mask  Beach Reads and Bubbly    If you are interested in sponsoring an episode of Soul & Wit, contact us here: soulandwitpodcast@gmail.com   Where you can find us: Bailey: @beautifuldetour or www.beautifuldetour.com Courtney: @bemorewithless or www.bemorewithless.com

Kenzie Elizabeth sits down with Gals on the Go Danielle Carolan to do another book episode. The girls are sharing their favorite beach reads, unpopular opinions, favorite authors, favorite romance/thrillers and more. Enjoy!  SHOP MERCH OUT NOW: https://shop.dearmedia.com/collections/ilysm THE OH KIND: https://www.instagram.com/theohkind/ SECRET FACEBOOK PAGE: https://bit.ly/2zEx3BM JOIN OUR GENEVA GROUP CHAT: https://links.geneva.com/invite/ab361e92-0405-41ad-9e12-b17b592365bc JOIN THE MAILING LIST: https://bit.ly/2uumkus Kenzie's Channel: https://youtube.com/kenzieelizabeth Kenzie's IG: https://bit.ly/298RzRn Kenzie's Twitter: https://bit.ly/2RdtJsE ILYSM IG: https://bit.ly/2vlwxXy ILYSM YOUTUBE: https://bit.ly/2UQ8DUj Leave me a voicemail: https://www.speakpipe.com/ilysm Danielle: https://www.instagram.com/daniellecarolan/ This episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct, or indirect financial interest in products, or services referred to in this episode. Shop Mediheal's official Amazon US store and enter coupon code ILOVEYOU35 at checkout for 35% off on select sheet mask 10-packs. It's golf. It's not golf. It's Topgolf. Download the app, book a bay and Come Play Around on Half-Price Tuesday, or any other day! Visit Renttherunway.comand use code ILOVEYOU to sign up for 2 months of ent the Runway's 10 item plan for just $99/month. Visit Macys.com/ownyourstyle to shop for some summer must-haves such as linen looks, summer totes, and stackable rings. Produced by Dear Media

Join Elin Hilderbrand, #1 New York Times bestselling author of 30 titles and the “Queen of the Beach Reads,” and Tim Ehrenberg, creator of the popular Tim Talks Books, as they talk shop and host spirited discussions with special guests from bestselling and internationally recognized authors, to publishing industry insiders, to local island legends who feature prominently in Hilderbrand's prolific Nantucket stories. From what it's like to take a book to the screen to the intricacies and intimate details of an author's writing process, Hilderbrand and Ehrenberg take listeners on an exciting (and amusing) journey each episode, bringing books to life in a brand-new way in this podcast presented by N Magazine.Follow/Subscribe to the 'Books, Beach, & Beyond' podcast now to stay current on new episodes.And find us on Instagram at @booksbeachandbeyondHappy Reading!