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Today's guest loves collecting books she finds at library sales or used bookstores, and she's ended up with a shelf full of titles that have caught her eye over the years. But Kelsey Gruber has a problem: when she sees an unread title still sitting on her shelf after a few months or more, often, the magic is gone and she's forgotten why it appealed to her in the first place. She needs Anne's help to figure out which of titles in her collection she shouldn't read next!Kelsey is an aspiring paralegal and joins Anne today from Virginia, where she's ready to make some tricky decisions about her unread collection. Anne's here to help Kelsey better understand her reading tastes right now, and identify some titles from her shelves that might reignite that reading spark.See the full list of titles mentioned today, and leave your suggestions for Kelsey, over at our show notes page: whatshouldireadnextpodcast.com/377.The 2023 Summer Reading Guide is almost here. Join us in Patreon to get the Guide, an invite to our live Unboxing event, and a summer full of great bonus episodes like One Great Book, Dear Book Therapist and Mini-Matchmaking. Learn more at patreon.com/whatshouldireadnext.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Join your friend Jeanette as she sits down with friend and fellow book lover Anne Bogel. Anne Bogel is an author, creator of the blog Modern Mrs. Darcy, host of the podcasts What Should I Read Next and One Great Book, and an unabashed bibliophile. Her books include (1) Don't Overthink It, (2) Reading People, (3) I'd Rather Be Reading, and (4) My Reading Life. This conversation is full of reading tips, our favorite books, our least favorite and books we always recommend! Listen in to get your next book for your TBR pile!!Links from today's episode!Follow Anne on IG @annebogelGrab her book HereWant 20%off Olive & June use code jeanettet20 or head to think linkhttps://oliveandjune.com?mct=apz-6zp5

I am happy to welcome Anne Bogel to the show. I have known of Anne and followed along with her for years now. And I have to say that I really enjoyed chatting with her. For as long as I can remember, I have loved books. In fact, my favorite thing to do back in college was go to Barnes and Noble to just look at books and journals and sip coffee. It was a dream.   Anne is an author, blogger and podcaster. She has a popular blog called Modern Mrs Darcy and two podcasts, What Should I Read Next? and One Great Book. Her latest book is a reading journal titled My Reading Life: A Book Journal. Today, we have a conversation about how to create a reading life that you enjoy.   Order Sarah's book, A Mother's Guide to Raising Herself: What Parenting Taught Me About Life, Faith and Myself   Check out bonus content from today's episode over on Patreon.   Sign up for Sarah's monthly Survival Kit Newsletter   Connect with Sarah: Website | Instagram

Catherine is here today with Anne Bogel. Anne Bogel is an author, the creator of the blog Modern Mrs Darcy, host of the What Should I Read Next? and One Great Book podcasts, and an unabashed bibliophile. Her books include Don't Overthink It, Reading People, I'd Rather Be Reading, and My Reading Life: A Book Journal. Anne's popular blog Modern Mrs Darcy, which derives its name from a Jane Austen book, is a lifestyle blog for nerds who appreciate Anne's modus operandi of approaching old, familiar ideas from new and fresh angles. While Modern Mrs Darcy isn't strictly a book blog, Anne writes frequently about books and reading. Her book lists are among her most popular posts. She is well known by readers, authors, and publishers as a tastemaker. In 2016, she launched her podcast What Should I Read Next? —a popular show devoted to literary matchmaking, bibliotherapy, and all things books and reading. Her second podcast One Great Book launched in 2019. In the Modern Mrs Darcy Book Club, she helps people learn to read better, together. Anne and all her books reside in Louisville, Kentucky, sharing space with her husband, four children, and a yellow Lab named Daisy. Find Out More About Anne Bogel Visit Anne's Website Connect with Anne Bogel on Facebook Follow Anne on Instagram @annebogel It's now time to tune into this one very inspirational human being. Enjoy!!

Catherine is here today with Anne Bogel. Anne Bogel is an author, the creator of the blog Modern Mrs Darcy, host of the What Should I Read Next? and One Great Book podcasts, and an unabashed bibliophile. Her books include Don't Overthink It, Reading...

Catherine is here today with Anne Bogel. Anne Bogel is an author, the creator of the blog Modern Mrs Darcy, host of the What Should I Read Next? and One Great Book podcasts, and an unabashed bibliophile. Her books include Don't Overthink It, Reading People, I'd Rather Be Reading, and My Reading Life: A Book Journal. Anne's popular blog Modern Mrs Darcy, which derives its name from a Jane Austen book, is a lifestyle blog for nerds who appreciate Anne's modus operandi of approaching old, familiar ideas from new and fresh angles. While Modern Mrs Darcy isn't strictly a book blog, Anne writes frequently about books and reading. Her book lists are among her most popular posts. She is well known by readers, authors, and publishers as a tastemaker. In 2016, she launched her podcast What Should I Read Next? —a popular show devoted to literary matchmaking, bibliotherapy, and all things books and reading. Her second podcast One Great Book launched in 2019. In the Modern Mrs Darcy Book Club, she helps people learn to read better, together. Anne and all her books reside in Louisville, Kentucky, sharing space with her husband, four children, and a yellow Lab named Daisy. Find Out More About Anne Bogel Visit Anne's Website Connect with Anne Bogel on Facebook Follow Anne on Instagram @annebogel It's now time to tune into this one very inspirational human being. Enjoy!!

A layered family drama featuring characters inspired by larger-than-life Greek and Roman gods and goddesses. This compulsively readable literary novel mixes in their classic stories of infidelity, mistakes, and consequences with real small town problems.   **** Today marks the end of this volume of One Great Book. But don't worry, there's more great book talk and reading recommendations on our sister show What Should I Read Next. Every Tuesday we go beyond the bestseller list to help you find your next great read. Keep the great books coming by subscribing to What Should I Read Next wherever you are listening to this show.

A conversational, story-driven guide that promises to educate and entertain, and will transform a dreaded household chore into an activity you might actually like.   *** Readers, if you're looking for a way to keep track of your Great Books, I have a new reading journal coming out in September, and it's perfect for collecting your thoughts about what you have read, keeping up with your TBR, browsing seasonal book lists for inspiration, and reflecting on your reading life.   Right now if you preorder the journal you can get a sneak peek at some of those reading lists and a bookmark that doubles as a reading tracker that you can use to capture titles until your journal shows up. Order your copy of My Reading Life wherever you buy books and then head to modernmrsdarcy.com/journal to claim your bonuses. This and all of the books in this volume of One Great Book are from my Summer Reading Guide. If you don't have a copy, you can download for free at modernmrsdarcy.com/srg

Full of twists, turns, and biting social commentary, this highly original (and highly discussable) debut novel set in the world of publishing will leave you with your jaw on the floor.   *** This and all of the books in this volume of One Great Book are from my Summer Reading Guide. If you don't have a copy, you can download for free at modernmrsdarcy.com/srg   For more great books, check out our patreon community, where we share patron-only bonus episodes every Friday. Become a supporter at patreon.com/whatshouldireadnext.

A chance encounter prompts a renowned surgeon to reexamine the past she left behind in this sweeping historical novel.   *** This and all of the books in this volume of One Great Book are from my Summer Reading Guide. If you don't have a copy, you can download for free at modernmrsdarcy.com/srg   Readers, we're exploring this summer's great books together in the Modern Mrs Darcy Book Club, our online home for community, classes, and reading-centered conversation with people who love books as much as you do. Our July selection is Sparks Like Stars; we're reading it together right now and chatting with author Nadia Hashimi on July 28th. Author events like these make for even more memorable and rich reading experiences, and we'd love for you to join our community of avid readers for a wonderful season. Visit members.modernmrsdarcy.com to find out more and join today. 

A delightful, feel-good queer romcom with a touch of magical whimsy and a cast of the bestest besties a girl could ever ask for.    *** This and all of the books in this volume of One Great Book are from my Summer Reading Guide. If you don't have a copy, you can download for free at modernmrsdarcy.com/srg   Summer reading season is in full swing around here, and to help you get more out of the season while it lasts, we're inviting you to join us for our Readers' Weekend and spend a full 48 hours investing time in your reading life.  Everyone's invited to participate, and we'd love to have you join us. There is no charge, and you don't need to sign up.  For more info, check out my recent blog post “Join us for our Readers' Weekend!" We'll share ongoing updates in our newsletter and on social media, so make sure you're signed up for our newsletter at https://modernmrsdarcy.com/onegreatbook/, and follow me on Instagram @annebogel. We can't wait to read with you during our special weekend, beginning Friday July 23.

“Ever since my mother died, I cry in H Mart.” So begins this poignant, heartfelt, and poetic memoir about grief, growing up, and making amends.   *** This and all of the books in this volume of One Great Book are from my Summer Reading Guide. If you don't have a copy, you can download for free at modernmrsdarcy.com/srg   If you love great books you will love I'd Rather Be Reading, my essay collection on the reading life. It's for all of us for whom reading isn't just a hobby but a lifestyle. You'll enjoy hearing about the books that hooked me on reading in the first place, my cheeky step-by-step method for organizing your bookshelves, the joys of rereading old favorites, and the special relationship I have with my own library and the books it holds. This book would make a wonderful addition to your bedside table or your own library bookshelves, or an excellent gift for the readers in your life. Get your copy of I'd Rather Be Reading wherever books are sold, or order your signed copy from MY local indie, Carmichael's Bookstore. 

Lamenting all those lost pandemic vacations? Globetrot with Alex and Poppy in this modern twist on When Harry Met Sally.   *** This and all of the books in this volume of One Great Book are from my Summer Reading Guide. If you don't have a copy, you can download for free at modernmrsdarcy.com/srg   For more great books, join our Patreon community. This summer I'm sharing some older great books that might be easier to get at your library without waiting on the hold list. We also have bonus episodes from my long-form podcast What Should I Read Next, an expanded edition of the Summer Reading Guide, and a great community of readers like you. Check out our Patreon community here.

One Great Book returns with Volume V on June 11th! A bonkers real life adventure story... A ridiculously practical and surprisingly delightful how to… A dysfunctional family dealing with several generations' worth of secrets… A chance encounter on the subway changes everything... All those stories and more are on their way, from Anne Bogel, host of What Should I Read Next. Each week on One Great Book, Anne pulls one standout title from her personal bookshelves (and this year's Summer Reading Guide), and shares just enough of the enticing details to encourage you to pick up this summer's hottest books and hidden gems... and it all happens in 10 minutes or less. To double your great books, become a patron at patreon.com/whatshouldireadnext and receive a weekly BONUS EPISODE covering backlist summer reading favorites. Mark your calendars and subscribe to One Great Book on your favorite podcast app. We'll see you on June 11th!

3 Books is a completely insane and totally epic 15-year-long quest to uncover the 1000 most formative books in the world. Each chapter is hosted live and in-person at the guest's preferred location by Neil Pasricha, New York Times bestselling author of The Book of Awesome, The Happiness Equation, Two-Minute Mornings, etc. Each chapter of 3 Books uncovers and discusses the three most formative books from one of the world's most inspiring people. Sample guests include: Judy Blume, David Sedaris, Chris Anderson of TED, the founder of the world's largest feminist magazine, the world's greatest Uber driver, Pete Holmes, Angie Thomas, and Malcolm Gladwell. Each of the 333 chapters is dropped on the exact minute of every single new moon and full moon until September 1, 2031. 3 Books is an Apple "Best Of" award-winning show and 100% ad-free, commercial-free, sponsor-free, and interruption-free. For more info check out: https://www.3books.co/ Chapter Description: Want to hang out in New York? Yes, let’s go back to pre-pandemic when sidewalks were full, strangers shook hands, and everybody popped in and out of stores like it was nothing. Sound like a faraway dream world? Yeah, it does to me, too. Yet somehow only a few months ago I flew down to New York and hung out in Union Square and The Strand bookstore with literary phenom Anne Bogel. Anne runs Modern Mrs Darcy, one of the world’s largest book blogs, as well as What Should I Read Next? and One Great Book, two of the world’s largest books podcast. Is that all? No, of course that’s not all! Do you know Anne? She’s like the Tasmanian Devil. She’s also a bestselling author and has three books to her name including Don’t Overthink It, I’d Rather Be Reading, and Reading People. Oh, and did I mention she’s the mother of four children!?!? In Chapter 57, Anne shares why she’s hesitant to look at people’s bookshelves when she’s just met them, what your ‘reading life’ is and how to grow and nurture it, what makes a city liveable, how Anne would organize a bookstore, and, of course, Anne’s three most formative books. I am so excited to share this conversation with you. I dare you to listen to Anne and not feel immediately excited to grow your reading life… Let’s go! What You’ll Learn: What is your reading life? How do you grow your reading life? What do your bookshelves say about you? How do you lean into reading new narrative structures? What books should you read to your kids to introduce them to death? What would Anne Bogel’s bookstore look like? How do you measure success? You can find show notes and more information by clicking here: https://www.3books.co/chapters/57         Leave us a voicemail. Your message may be included in a future episode: 1-833-READ-A-LOT. Sign up to receive podcast updates here: https://www.3books.co/email-list   

Anne Bogel discusses how to stop second-guessing yourself and make decision-making easier. — YOU'LL LEARN — 1) What we lose when we overthink 2) Telltale signs you're overthinking 3) How to stop overthinking in three to eight minutes Subscribe or visit AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep580 for clickable versions of the links below. — ABOUT ANNE — Anne Bogel is the author of Reading People and I'd Rather Be Reading and creator of the blog Modern Mrs. Darcy and the podcasts What Should I Read Next? and One Great Book. Bogel has been featured in O, the Oprah Magazine, Real Simple, Bustle, Refinery 29, The Washington Post and more. Bogel's popular book lists and reading guides have established her as a tastemaker among readers, authors, and publishers. She lives in Louisville, Kentucky. • Anne's book: Don't Overthink It: Make Easier Decisions, Stop Second-Guessing, and Bring More Joy Into Your Life • Anne's podcast: What Should I Read Next? • Anne's website: ModernMrsDarcy.com — RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THE SHOW — • Product: Lettermate • Product: uni-ball VISION • Poem: “I dwell in Possibility” by Emily Dickinson • Personality: David Allen • Personality: Lauran Vanderkam • Previous episode: 576: How to Defeat Distraction and Build Greater Mental Resilience through Mindfulness with Rasmus Hougaard — THANK YOU SPONSORS! — • Pitney Bowes. Simplify your shipping while saving money. Get a free 30-day trial and 10-lb shipping scale at pb.com/AWESOMESee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Our guest today is Anne Bogel, most recently the author of Don’t Overthink It, which came out on March 3, 2020. Followers of this podcast who’ve taken my advice may have checked out her podcast, What Should I Read Next, where she talks books, reading and recommendations with guests—because I’m a huge fan. Anne is also the author of I’d Rather Be Reading and Reading People: How Seeing the World Through the Lens of Personality Changes Everything, the host of a second podcast, One Great Book and the blogger behind the Modern Mrs. Darcy.com.We talk about genres, owning your expertise, finding your voice and launching a book in a global pandemic. Some favorite advice goes straight to the title of Anne’s latest book: don’t overthink it. Sometimes, the right idea for a book is the one that’s always with you, that you’re interested in, that feels easy and obvious to you because it is—but isn’t such a cakewalk for everyone else.#AmReadingAnne: Musical Chairs by Amy Poeppel (available July 21st, 2020)The Switch by Beth O’Leary, who also authored The FlatShareKJ: The Long Way to a Small Angry Planet by Becky ChambersJess: Wild Horses of the Summer Sun by Tory BilskiThe Boy from the Woods by Harlan CobinThanks to everyone who supports the podcast financially. To join that team, click the button below:But it’s all good. The pod is free as it always has and always will be. This shownotes email is free, too, so please—forward it to a friend, and if you haven’t already, join our email list and be on top of it every time there’s a new episode. Find more about Jess here, Sarina here and about KJ here. This is a public episode. Get access to private episodes at amwriting.substack.com/subscribe

A note from Anne — I’ve been soooo looking forward to sharing today’s episode with you. Today we’re sharing the live audio from my book tour stop at the Strand in New York City. This evening in their gorgeous rare books room was MAGICAL. The room was packed with avid readers (and quite a few What Should I Read Next alums, which is what we like to call our past guests). It couldn't have been a better night, and I am so happy and thankful that now you get to listen in in today's episode.But. I can't talk about that night—or this episode—without telling you that sharing it feels bittersweet. This was my second—and last, for now—book tour stop for Don't Overthink It and one of the Strand's last events before closing their doors due to covid-19. My heart goes out to the Strand, its employees, and all of New York City. I hope to see you all again soon.For the time being, it's a solace to be able to bring you the live audio from that night at the Strand. This episode is ALL ABOUT What Should I Read Next; I’m reflecting on the show in a way that I really haven’t done publicly. I hope you find it interesting, illuminating, and entertaining. In the next segment I’m joined by a Strand bookseller to do some on-the-fly literary matchmaking for our live audience. Let us know how we did in the comments at: http://whatshouldireadnextpodcast.com/230Visit The Strand online at www.strandbooks.com, and follow their gorgeous Instagram account @strandbookstore.More What Should I Read Next Live:As Anne mentions in this episode we have a special One Great Book style bonus episode that's available to everyone over on our Patreon page. Anyone can listen to that here.But now would also be a great time to become a Patreon supporter. This week we're having our quarterly live stream with Patreon supporters. Join us as we chat about what's happening behind the scenes, what we're reading now, and give recommendations for what some of you should read next.We'll do another live event next month as we kick off summer reading season with the Summer Reading Guide Unboxing. This is the most fun event we do all year. We hope you will join us now over on Patreon.Thanks to today's sponsors: If you need something engaging to fill your days, now is the perfect time to sign up for The Great Courses Plus. WSIRN listeners get a free trial at TheGreat CoursesPlus.com, and quarterly plans are available for just $10 per month!With Noom, you pick the goals that are right for you—whether you’re creating better sleep habits, or practicing more self-care and feeling confident—and Noom personalizes a program to help your aspirations become reality. Sign up for your trial today at Noom.com/READNEXT.

Anne Bogel is the author of Reading People and I'd Rather Be Reading and creator of the blog Modern Mrs Darcy and the podcasts What Should I Read Next? and One Great Book. Bogel's popular book lists and reading guides have established her as a tastemaker among readers, authors, and publishers. She lives in Louisville, Kentucky. You can also find her on Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest, and Instagram. Today's episode is brought to you by Then the Fish Swallowed Him by Amir Ahmadi Aarian, out now from HarperVia. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

How many of you can not DEAL with another change in plans? I feel like I can’t possibly make one more decision right now. I don’t have enough information and I’m probably doing all of this wrong. I know for me, I overthink like it’s my job. Today we’re talking to Anne Bogel who a lot of you know as Modern Mrs Darcy. Through her blog and podcasts, Anne helps us get more out of our reading life (which means we’ll get more out of our actual life) and now she has a new book that is EXCELLENT and timely. One of my favorite quotes from Don't Overthink It is "the best memories start with things going wrong". Well, I hope you’ve been buckled up because we have been “making memories” left and right! This week Anne gives actionable steps and strategies to make easier, more confident decisions so that we can spend more time focusing on the things that really matter in life. You can find more from Anne on her podcasts What Should I Read Next? and One Great Book. WHAT WE CHAT ABOUT: how putting down our phones can help us stop overthinking not letting our disappointments turn into comparisons that lead to shame how Anne is helping guide her family through quarantine Anne’s struggle with overthinking the link between perfectionism and overthinking determining when you’re giving something the attention it deserves vs. overthinking it ways to stop overthinking values-driven decision making mental tricks to help you make decisions stopping the overthinking spiral adopting an attitude of experimentation LINKS MENTIONED: What Should I Read Next? podcast One Great Book podcast Don’t Overthink ItLibro.fm CONNECT WITH ANNE: website | instagram | facebook CONNECT WITH EMILY: website | instagram | facebook | patreon EPISODE SPONSORS: Noom: sign up to start your trial today at noom.com/msw Grove Collaborative: visit grove.co/msw and get a free 5-piece cleaning set from Mrs. Myers Hands-On Bibles: get 35% off the purchase of deluxe editions of the Hands-On Bible through 4/12/20 SUPPORT THE SHOW: Patreon  SHARE THE STRUGGLE! If you've been encouraged, share this episode with a friend.  The struggle is real.  We might as well do this together! Do you love Mom Struggling Well? Please leave a review here!

Anne Bogel is the famous podcast host of "What Should I Read Next?" and "One Great Book.” She’s also the creator of the blog Modern Mrs. Darcy and the author of Reading People and I'd Rather Be Reading. Her latest book, Don't Overthink It, is already a bestseller!!! Her book is part memoir/part guide to stop second-guessing yourself and make decisions that bring joy to your life. Anne and I have so many things in common from our passion for connecting books with readers to having a house full of 4 kids. I honestly could have kept talking with her for hours! Anne and I chatted about her being a recovering perfectionist, how she visualizes her workload as a Ferris wheel, the concept of giving decisions the amount of energy they deserve and the idea that loving books is like sharing a common language. Be sure to catch Anne's hilarious dinner party story that will keep you laughing!!

Today, Kaytee and Meredith are discussing: Bookish Moments: he enthusiasm that only comes from scoring a great book, and a new bookstore and “fan in the wild” moment Current Reads: we’ve got three books a piece, and they are all over the place. Be sure to pop over to Instagram to enter our giveaway! Deep Dive: Our favorite bookish podcasts! Book Presses: a real page turner and apocalypse fiction As per usual, time-stamped show notes are below with references to every book and resource we mentioned in this episode. If you’d like to listen first and not spoil the surprise, don’t scroll down!  *Please note that all book titles linked above are Amazon affiliate links. Your cost is the same, but a small portion of your purchase will come back to us to help offset the costs of the show. Thanks for your support!*   . . . . . Bookish Moments: 3:30 - A Court of Thorns and Roses by Sarah J. Maas 4:40 - Title Wave Books, Revised in Albuquerque, NM 5:09 - 50 Shades of Gray by E.L. James 5:11 - Me Before You by Jojo Moyes Current Reads: 6:00 - The Fourth Monkey by J.D. Barker 8:16 - @bookworm_365 on Instagram 8:49 - Roots by Alex Haley 10:12 - The Thorn Birds by Colleen McCullough 10:14 - Shogun by James Clavell 10:15 - Gone with the Wind by Margaret Mitchell 10:24 - We Were the Lucky Ones by Georgia Hunter 10:29 - Finding Dorothy by Elizabeth Letts 12:09 - The Literary Enneagram by Judith Searle 13:20 - The Road Back to You by Ian Morgan Cron and Suzanne Stabile 14:06 - Don’t Overthink It by Anne Bogel 15:47 - Instagram Giveaway! 16:11 - Greenglass House by Kate Midford 19:50 - All American Boys by Jason Reynolds and Brendan Kiely Deep Dive - The Bookish Podcasts in our Queues 22:39 - Novel Pairings @novelpairingspod with @chelseyreads and @fictionmatters 24:08 - He Read She Read @hereadsheread with @chelseyreads and @curtisreads 24:45 - The Duchess Deal by Tessa Dare 25:46 - All the Books Podcast with @franzencomesalive 27:37 - What Should I Read Next @whatshouldireadnext with @annebogel 27:42 - One Great Book with @annebogel 28:59 - Episode 11 of WSIRN with Meredith! 29:16 - The Sparrow by Mary Doria Russell 30:00 - East of Eden by John Steinbeck 30:21 - Sarah’s Bookshelves Live with @sarahsbookshelves 32:23 - SBSL Episode with @jordys.book.club 32:38 - SBSL Episode with Siobhan Jones of BOTM 33:12 - Episode 16 with Meredith and Kaytee 33:21 - From the Front Porch @bookshelftville with @anniebjones 33:40 - The Dutch House by Ann Patchett 34:09 - Bonus episodes for Patrons: Kaytee Reads Too Much! 35:07 - Shelf Subscription 35:39 - Diving In @diving_in_podcast with @virginia_reads and @lousie_cooks_and_reads 37:18 - Sorta Awesome @sortaawesomeshow with @sortaawesomemeg 37:27 - 10 Things to Tell You @10thingstotellyou with @laura.tremaine 37:35 - The Popcast @thepopcast with @knoxmccoy and @jamiebgolden Books We Want to Press Into Your Hands: 39:13 - What She Knew by Gilly Macmillan 41:08 - Kaytee's (written) author interview with Gilly Macmillan 41:39 - Good Morning, Midnight by Lily Brooks-Dalton 41:45 - Episode 1 of Currently Reading! 43:10 - The Snow Child by Eowyn Ivey 43:12 - Station Eleven by Emily St. John Mandel 43:32 - Goodbye, Vitamin by Rachel Khong

An atmospheric story about love, loss, and the wildness of nature. The Snow Child is perfect for cozy winter reading. ***  Thanks to our sponsor Page 1 Books. Page 1 is the book subscription company that brings hand-selected books, beautifully packaged, straight to your door.  A Page 1 subscription is the perfect way to finish any last minute holiday shopping because you can buy now and then print or email the gift certificate when the time is right for you. They’ll have something to open now, and book mail to look forward to.   This is the last episode of this volume and for the year. Visit modernmrsdarcy.com/onegreatbook to sign up for our newsletter so you can keep up with all the exciting things we have planned in 2020.   Join us on Patreon for regular bonus episodes, including One Great Book-style previews of books I’ve read and enjoyed, but that haven’t been published yet. Patreon is simply a platform that lets readers make a small financial contribution towards creators they love, while enjoying bonus episodes and other perks from those creators. Check out our Patreon community here.

If you love books about books, or if you enjoy nonfiction that changes the way you see the world—or, at the very least, the bookstore—the slim volume The Clothing of Books belongs on YOUR bookshelf. *** One Great Book is brought to you by Page 1 Books, the book subscription company that brings you beautiful hand-selected books straight to your mailbox. Since we’re talking about books as objects in this episode let me tell you the bundles at Page 1 include books you will want to display, and presents them, beautifully wrapped, to your recipient—whether that’s you, or the person you’re giving to.  Page 1 bundles are the perfect way to wrap up our holiday shopping. Find the perfect bundle at page1books.com.    Visit modernmrsdarcy.com/onegreatbook to learn more about this and all the great books we’ve featured. If one great book a week isn’t enough for you become a Patreon supporter. Patreon supporters get a bonus episode featuring a book I’ve read and loved that hasn’t yet been released. So you can learn about these upcoming releases and be the first in line on your library holds list. Supporters also get invited to quarterly live Q&A and special events like our the Winter Book Preview in January. Become a patron today for bonus audio and to join us for these live events.

Flipping the script on your typical wartime story The War That Saved My Life tells a tale of pain and hardship, but that pain comes from unexpected quarters—as does the love and redemption the characters ultimately find. This action-packed, emotionally resonant story is a hopeful book, and such a satisfying read.   *** One Great Book is brought to you by Page 1 Books, the book subscription company that brings hand-selected books straight to your mailbox or to your friends and family’s mailboxes. A Page 1 subscription is the perfect gift for the reader in your life. Each month Page 1 matches them with the perfect book selection personalized just for them, delightfully wrapped, and accompanied by small literary tokens. Delight your loved ones for months to come—with a Page 1 Books gift subscription.  To get started, visit page1books.com and select “give the gift of page 1.”    Visit modernmrsdarcy.com/onegreatbook to learn more about this and all the great books we’ve featured. If one great book a week isn’t enough for you become a Patreon supporter. Patreon supporters get a bonus episode featuring a book I’ve read and loved that hasn’t yet been released. So you can learn about these upcoming releases and be the first in line on your library holds list.

Before We Visit the Goddess has the heft and sweep of a family saga in a compact 225 pages.  It's full of unexpected joys, tragic misunderstandings, and deep disappointments, all unfolding in descriptive, dazzling prose. *** One Great Book is brought to you by Page 1 Books, the book subscription company that brings hand-selected books straight to your mailbox. We all know book mail is the best mail, and as we turn our attention to gift giving now is the perfect time to delight everyone on your list by giving THEM the gift of book mail. You can give your reader the gift of choice—and delight them for months to come—with a Page 1 Books gift subscription.  To get started, visit page1books.com and select “give the gift of page 1.”    Visit modernmrsdarcy.com/onegreatbook to learn more about this and all the great books we’ve featured. If one great book a week isn’t enough for you become a Patreon supporter. Patreon supporters get a bonus episode featuring a book I’ve read and loved that hasn’t yet been released. So you can learn about these upcoming releases and be the first in line on your library holds list.

This Is Where You Belong unfolds like a conversation with a friend who’s telling you about the stress of her recent move in a way that’s not only fun to read, but also practical, actionable, and bound to make a difference in your everyday life.   *** One Great Book is brought to you by Page 1 Books, the book subscription company that brings hand-selected books straight to your mailbox.  And if you're ready to select a bookish gift for your loved ones check out the Page 1 literary themed boxes. Take your pick of the “What the Dickens" bundle, Auntie Jane, bundle or "the Bard" box. Each comes with a beautiful clothbound edition from your favorite author, and lovely themed treats like tea, chocolate, candles, or a handmade ornament.  Find all of the bundles at page1books.com.    Visit modernmrsdarcy.com/onegreatbook to learn more about this and all the great books we’ve featured. If one great book a week isn’t enough for you become a Patreon supporter. Patreon supporters get a bonus episode featuring a book I’ve read and loved that hasn’t yet been released. So you can learn about these upcoming releases and be the first in line on your library holds list.

A gorgeous novel that wrestles with the magical and the miraculous, whose beautiful storytelling and memorable characters have compelled many readers to call Peace Like a River THE best book they’ve ever read.   *** One Great Book is brought to you by Page 1 Books, the book subscription company that brings hand-selected books straight to your mailbox. We all know book mail is the best mail, and as we turn our attention to gift giving now is the perfect time to delight everyone on your list by giving THEM the gift of book mail. You can give your reader the gift of choice—and delight them for months to come—with a Page 1 Books gift subscription.  To get started, visit page1books.com and select “give the gift of page 1.”    Visit modernmrsdarcy.com/onegreatbook to learn more about this and all the great books we’ve featured. If one great book a week isn’t enough for you become a Patreon supporter. Patreon supporters get a bonus episode featuring a book I’ve read and loved that hasn’t yet been released. So you can learn about these upcoming releases and be the first in line on your library holds list.

Jerrell Everett is serious about creating her ideal reading life. When Jerrell had kids and found herself picking up books less and less, she took action to maintain her reading life by enforcing a routine. And when she decided it was time to branch out from her comfort zone of nonfiction and introduce more novels into her rotation, she took action again… by reaching out to WSIRN for help. Today, Jerrell and Anne chat about parenthood, complex family stories, the tricky task of avoiding book hangovers, and much more.Click over to the podcast website for a list of books mentioned in this episode: http://whatshouldireadnextpodcast.com/206You can connect with Jerrell on Instagram @jerrelleverettIf you want more What Should I Read Next become a supporter on Patreon! We're sharing the full interviews we did with the past guests featured in our special 200th episode. Supporters also get bonus episodes of One Great Book, behind the scenes looks at how the podcasts are made, AND occasionally they get to save the day like last week's guest Addie who jumped in when we had a scheduling issue and needed to record immediately!Thanks to today's sponsors:Brooklinen was the first Direct to consumer bedding company, meaning they work directly with manufacturers and directly with customers, no middlemen -just a great product and service. WSIRN listeners get 10% off AND free shipping when you use promo code READNEXT at Brooklinen.com.

The Age of Miracles is a little bit science fiction, a little bit coming-of-age, and it effectively probes ordinary life not in spite of its un-real backdrop but because of it. **** You all keep telling me that the best part of the One Great Book bonus episodes we share on Patreon is that since they are all books that haven’t been released you’re able to request them from the library or preorder before everyone else. Preordering is a huge help to authors because that early interest shows publishers they should back the launch with advertising dollars, it signals to bookstores they should stock plenty of copies come release week, and it helps initial sales drive some buzz following the release.  Since all of those are true for me I want to say thank you by sharing a few goodies just for those of you who preorder my next book Don't Overthink It.  Order online or ask your local bookstore to order you a copy, then enter your email address and order number so we can email you the bonuses when they’re ready. Readers, thank you for your support. It means the world.   This was the final episode in Volume III. Learn more about all of the great books in this volume and sign up for our newsletter so you can stay in touch in the meantime at modernmrsdarcy.com/onegreatbook. 

Readers, sometimes podcasting doesn’t go as planned. Schedules conflict, last-minute emergencies strike, the flu sneaks up on us, Anne loses her voice during pollen season… and any of those situations can end with a guest cancelling their recording at the last-minute. That happened recently here at What Should I Read Next HQ, and we needed someone to record on short notice, RIGHT AWAY, to avoid a hole in our release schedule.Luckily there was an obvious answer — tapping into our Patreon community. We asked who would be available to record within 48 hours. Enter Addie Yoder, self-described “farm wife”, who needed book recommendations to fill her time during harvest season. We couldn’t imagine a more fall-appropriate guest! Today, Addie and Anne chat about libraries that aren’t free, books that lend us a little distance from real life when we need it, and the best time of year for a happily-ever-after.Click over to the podcast website for a list of books mentioned in this episode: http://whatshouldireadnextpodcast.com/205You can follow Addie’s farm and reading life on Instagram @addie.yoderIf you want more What Should I Read Next become a supporter on Patreon! We're sharing the full interviews we did with the past guests featured in our special 200th episode. Supporters also get bonus episodes of One Great Book, behind the scenes looks at how the podcasts are made, AND occasionally they get to save the day! Join Addie and all of the other delightful readers over on Patreon.

Today Anne talks books with David Krohse, an Iowa reader who’s woven a love of literature into all aspects of his life — the waiting room of his chiropractic practice, the bar with a group friends, and quality time spent with his wife. David loves larger than life nonfiction, especially if it reads like an intense thriller, so Anne is hooking him up with exactly that. Click over to the podcast website for a list of books mentioned in this episode: http://whatshouldireadnextpodcast.com/204You can join David's Inspired Book and Brew Crew on Facebook!If you want more What Should I Read Next become a supporter on Patreon! We're sharing the full interviews we did with the past guests featured in our special 200th episode. Supporters also get bonus episodes of One Great Book, behind the scenes looks at how the podcasts are made, and invites to special events like our Fall Book Preview!More fun book recommendations happen on our Instagram feed where we use the hashtag #readerrecs to gather your recommendations for a reader who's looking for a little literary inspiration.

In today’s episode, Anne talks with Emily Carter about a genre they both used to think they were too smart to be reading. When Emily entered a season when she was busy and stressed, and she discovered that the genre she’d once categorically dismissed was full of books that were exactly what her lackluster reading life needed.Fellow repentant "book snobs" will relate to this conversation about what we miss out on as readers when we seal ourselves off from whole sections of the bookstore, how our misperceptions can be corrected with the help of our fellow readers, and how we can take smart chances on books outside our readerly comfort zones. Click over to the podcast website for a list of books mentioned in this episode: http://whatshouldireadnextpodcast.com/203You can connect with Emily on her blog: https://thesecondarrowblog.wordpress.comIf you want more What Should I Read Next become a supporter on Patreon! We're sharing the full interviews we did with the past guests featured in our special 200th episode. Supporters also get bonus episodes of One Great Book, behind the scenes looks at how the podcasts are made, and invites to special events like our Fall Book Preview! More fun book recommendations happen on our Instagram feed where we use the hashtag #readerrecs to gather your recommendations for a reader who's looking for a little literary inspiration.

Meredith and Kaytee are chatting this week with a very special guest! She is the person that has been MOST requested as a guest on our show, and she’s here! Anne Bogel, creator of Modern Mrs. Darcy and What Should I Read Next, and general, all-around amazing lady, is chatting with us today and we couldn’t be more excited. You’ll hear a “bookish moment of the week” from all three of us: two are very similar in that they involve bookish friendships, and one is a library-related book demerit (a la Gretchen Rubin on the Happier podcast). Next, we discuss our current reads for the week. Two titles from each host, and we are bringing a wide range of books, from romance to thrillers, to interesting writing styles, to weirdo books. It’s all here! We’ve got an update for you on our Slow But Steady reads and what’s been happening in the past week, as well as a fun update from a listener. For our deep dive this week, we are chatting all things Anne Bogel. You’ll hear about the advice she would have given herself before Episode 1 of What Should I Read Next (now that she’s 200+ episodes in), you’ll hear about her new book coming out next year, and a bit of behind the scenes talk about giving book recs on the fly. Finally, this week, we are Pressing Books into Your Hands. And we know you cannot wait to see what Anne chose as her press! We’ve got a novella for every reader who loves books about books, the beginning of a new (old) mystery series, and a summer read that we’ve gushed about in previous episodes. As per usual, time-stamped show notes are below with references to every book and resource we mentioned in this episode. If you’d like to listen first and not spoil the surprise, don’t scroll down!  . . . . . 1:12 - What Should I Read Next podcast 1:15 - One Great Book podcast 2:16 - 200th Episode of What Should I Read Next 9:06 - The Whisper Man by Alex North 13:35 - The Bromance Book Club by Lyssa Kay Adams 15:32 - Hot Dudes Reading on Instagram 15:45 - The Chain by Adrian McKinty 18:14 - Fierce Kingdom by Gin Phillips 19:00 - Ask Again, Yes by Mary Beth Keane 19:25 - The Girl Before by JP Delaney 19:36 - Lock Every Door by Riley Sager 21:50 - One Day by David Nicholls 25:36 - Convenience Store Woman by Sayaka Murata 27:52 - A Better Man by Louise Penny 32:08 - A Trick of the Light by Louise Penny 33:03 - Hannah Coulter by Wendell Berry 33:32 - North and South by Elizabeth Gaskell 33:43 - On Writing by Stephen King 34:46 - Kitchens of the Great Midwest by J. Ryan Stradal 35:41 - 200th Episode of What Should I Read Next 39:44 - Don’t Overthink It by Anne Bogel 49:26 - The Uncommon Reader by Alan Bennett 49:43 - 84, Charing Cross Road by Helene Hanff 49:45 - Parnassus on Wheels by Christopher Morley 51:11 - Modern Mrs. Darcy Book Club 52:22 - A Share in Death by Deborah Crombie 52:48 - A Bitter Feast by Deborah Crombie 54:13 - Volume 2, Episode 6 of One Great Book 54:34 - Lager Queen of Minnesota by J. Ryan Stradal 58:13 - Beartown by Fredrik Backman Connect with Anne: modernmrsdarcy.com, @annebogel on Instagram, @whatshouldireadnext on Instagram *Please note that all book titles linked above are Amazon affiliate links. Your cost is the same, but a small portion of your purchase will come back to us to help offset the costs of the show. Thanks for your support!*  

The taut psychological thriller The Likeness has perfectly complicated characters, deeply human themes, and enough suspense to keep you glued to your couch for two days. **** One Great Book patrons get behind the scenes access and exclusive audio content including bonus episodes of One Great Book featuring books that aren't even out yet. In our last volume one of our bonus episodes was for The Secrets We Kept and I heard from lot of readers how excited they were to get their library holds in both before its release and a month before Reese Witherspoon chose it for her book club. Join us at patreon.com/whatshouldireadnext and be the first at your library to check out the bonus titles when they come out.    Learn more about all of the great books in this volume at modernmrsdarcy.com/onegreatbook. 

Meredith and Kaytee are back with SO many books my fingers are cramped (this is becoming a theme…). You’ll hear a “bookish moment of the week” from each of us: family presentation at homeschool group and going into a new book completely blind. Next, we discuss our current reads for the week. We’ve got five current reads this week, and they are sci-fi/fantasy heavy, which is WEIRD for us! Lots of strong opinions here! We’ve got an update for you on our Slow But Steady reads and what’s been happening in the past week. Also a short grammar lesson on “Swifties”. For our deep dive this week, we had a number of listeners (and real life friends) request our favorite parenting books. This will span everything from pregnancy/birth to infanthood to growing children to adding siblings. Plus one funny pick for when you just want to laugh it off. Finally, this week, we are Pressing Books into Your Hands. We’ve got books “with caveats” this week. So, stay tuned and listen closely to see if they are actually right for you! As per usual, time-stamped show notes are below with references to every book and resource we mentioned in this episode. If you’d like to listen first and not spoil the surprise, don’t scroll down!  . . . . . 3:26 - A Man Called Ove by Fredrick Backman 3:28 - What Alice Forgot by Liane Moriarty 3:29 - Better Than Before by Gretchen Rubin 6:52 - City of Bones by Cassandra Clare 8:15 - Twilight by Stephanie Meyer 11:17 - Murder in Bloomsbury by D.M. Quincy 12:38 - The Julian Kestrel books by Kate Ross 14:35 - A Girl Like Her by Talia Hibbert 14:45 - Leigh Kramer on Instagram 17:41 - The Passengers by John Marrs 19:30 - Minisode with John Marrs 20:20 - The One by John Marrs 20:34 - The Fifth Season by N.K. Jemison 22:45 - Lord of the Rings by J.R.R. Tolkein 25:24 - Hannah Coulter by Wendell Berry 26:10 - North and South by Elizabeth Gaskell 26:40 - On Writing by Stephen King 28:49 - The Path Between the Seas: The Creation of the Panama Canal 1870-1914 by David McCullough 29:34 - The Goldfinch by Donna Tartt 29:39 - Pride and Prejudice by Jane Austen 29:47 - The Count of Monte Cristo by Alexander Dumas 30:04 - Persuasion by Jane Austen 30:05 - Anne of Green Gables by LM Montgomery 30:07 - Frankenstein by Mary Shelley 30:17 - A Little Life by Hanya Yanigahara 33:31 - Secrets of the Baby Whisperer by Tracy Hogg 35:25 - On Becoming Baby Wise by Robert Bucknam and Gary Ezzo 36:05 - The Baby Whisperer Solves All Your Problems by Tracey Hogg 36:29 - Happiest Baby on the Block by Harvey Karp 37:22 - Expecting Better by Emily Oster 38:43 - Cribsheet by Emily Oster 39:59 - Bringing Up Bebe by Pamela Druckerman 40:54 - Baby-Led Weaning by Gill Rapley 42:02 - How Not to Hate Your Husband After Kids by Jancee Dunn 42:42 - Episode 10 of Currently Reading 42:44 - Wild Things: The Art of Nurturing Boys by David Thomas and Steven James 43:03 - Are My Kids on Track? by Sissy Goff, David Thomas, and Melissa Trevithan 43:15 - Triggers by Amber Lia and Wendy Speake 44:31 - Wonder Weeks by Xaviera Plas-Plooij, Frans X. Plooij, and Hetty van de Rijt 44:45 - Wonder Weeks app 46:25 - Siblings Without Rivalry by Adele Faber and Elaine Mazlisch 46:30 - Episode 8 of Currently Reading 46:35 - Peaceful Parent, Happy Kids by Laura Markham 46:37 - Peaceful Parent, Happy Siblings by Laura Markham 47:09 - Parenting, Illustrated with Crappy Pictures by Amber Dusick 48:17 - Kindred by Octavia Butler 48:30 - One Great Book podcast with Anne Bogel (and the link to the Kindred episode) 51:23 - All the Ugly and Wonderful Things by Bryn Greenwood *Please note that all book titles linked above are Amazon affiliate links. Your cost is the same, but a small portion of your purchase will come back to us to help offset the costs of the show. Thanks for your support!*  

Kazuo Ishiguro’s Never Let Me Go is a haunting, atmospheric novel about the power of memory, the relentless passage of time, and the human condition that packs a quiet but sure punch. Welcome to Volume III! As Fall creeps up on us, I'm featuring books that feel perfect for this time of year. Visit modernmrsdarcy.com/onegreatbook to learn more about Never Let Me Go and all of the great books in the first two volumes. **** This week on What Should I Read Next, my long form literary matchmaking podcast, we celebrated our 200th episode by chatting with several past guests to see how my recommendations worked out for them. There were a LOT of surprises in store, and hearing about how their reading life changed after their appearance show was fascinating.  Now is a great time for both One Great Book and What Should I Read Next fans to become a supporter of the show at patreon.com/whatshouldireadnext! Not only are there tons of great extras from our 200th episode celebration, but we've also resumed our One Great BONUS episodes, where each week I share a great book that hasn't released yet, so you can get them on your library holds list before anyone else. Next Wednesday patrons are invited to a live-stream for our Fall Book Preview–a fun peak at what's coming out this fall and which titles I'm eager to get into. Find out more about all of these perks and become a supporter at patreon.com/whatshouldireadnext.

Today you’ll get to know Anudeep Reddy, a reader who grew up in a competitive school environment where engaging books were in short supply, so he had to get creative with his reading from a young age. He’s an imaginative reader who appreciates the escapist quality of a good novel, but has struggled lately to find books that call out for him to live between their pages. Fantastic escapist reading can be found in any genre, so today Anne recommends three books to Anudeep that you’d find on completely different bookstore shelves. They're also exploring books that combine adventure and philosophy stories, streamlining reading decisions, and what it’s like to date a librarian.Click over to the podcast website for a list of books mentioned in this episode: http://whatshouldireadnextpodcast.com/196Catch up on all of the episodes in Volume II of One Great Book, Anne's short-form podcast where she recommends just one great book in 10 minutes or less.

If you like the sound of a multigenerational family saga full of interesting, well-developed, and flawed-but-likable characters, The Shell Seekers may be the next great (big) book you’re looking for. **** Now is a great time to become a supporter of the show on Patreon. This Tuesday we're doing our quarterly live-stream for Hardback level supporters. Get all of the details on this event at patreon.com/whatshouldireadnext. This is the end of Volume II. Go to modernmrsdarcy.com/onegreatbook to sign up for our weekly newsletter to stay up on all that's happening with What Should I Read Next? and to find out when we'll be back for Volume III.    Thanks to our Volume II sponsor Page 1 Books. Page 1 has all of the great books in this volume if you want to put one of these books on your personal bookshelf. Or you can sign up for a subscription and let them do a little literary matchmaking for you each month.One Great Book listeners can save 15% on their subscription by using the code GREATBOOK.

Deborah Crombie’s A Share in Death kicks off a long-running British mystery series with a strong sense of place and compelling characters whose personal lives matter every bit as much as their police work. **** One Great Book patrons get behind the scenes access, exclusive audio content including bonus episodes of One Great Book featuring books that aren't even out yet, AND on August 6th we'll have our next quarterly live Q&A with Anne for Hardback patrons. So this is a perfect time to become a patron at patreon.com/whatshouldireadnext.    Learn more about all of the great books in this volume at modernmrsdarcy.com/onegreatbook.    Thanks to our sponsor Page 1 Books. Page 1 is the book subscription company that not only guarantees you'll love the book they send, but they even send you a new book if you already have the one they pick. One Great Book listeners can save 15% on their subscription by using the code GREATBOOK.

Some books manage to feel fun and breezy while still tackling serious topics. In Katherine Center’s novel Happiness for Beginners, she shows us how one woman bounces back from personal tragedy. ****  Learn more about all of the great books in this volume at modernmrsdarcy.com/onegreatbook.  And for more great book recommendations check out our other show What Should I Read Next?, the literary matchmaking show where a guest tells me three books they love, one they don't and what they're reading now and I recommend what they should read next.   Thanks to our sponsor Page 1 Books. Their No. 1 Book Subscription is a personalized service that hand-selects books for you based on your preferences or those of a friend. Because a Page 1 subscription makes a perfect gift for the book-lover in your life. One Great Book listeners can save 15% on their subscription by using the code GREATBOOK.  

If you’re looking for a breathtaking, breathless novel that brings history to life, consider this your invitation to read Octavia Butler’s Kindred now. Right now. ****   Learn more about all of the great books in this volume at modernmrsdarcy.com/onegreatbook.    Thanks to our sponsor Page 1 Books. Page 1 is the book subscription company that not only guarantees you'll love the book they send, but they even send you a new book if you already have the one they pick. One Great Book listeners can save 15% on their subscription by using the code GREATBOOK.

My favorite John Grisham novel is a heck of a page-turner, a political thriller turned blockbuster action movie, and summer reading gold. **** One Great Book patrons get behind the scenes access, exclusive audio content including bonus episodes of One Great Book featuring books that aren't even out yet, AND for a limited time (until July 3rd) new Hardback patrons also get a FREE audiobook of their choice. This is a perfect time to become a patron at patreon.com/whatshouldireadnext.    Learn more about all of the great books in this volume at modernmrsdarcy.com/onegreatbook.    Thanks to our sponsor Page 1 Books. Page 1 is the book subscription company that not only guarantees you'll love the book they send, but they even send you a new book if you already have the one they pick. One Great Book listeners can save 15% on their subscription by using the code GREATBOOK.

Today’s guests Brenna Sherrill & Ryan Pait describe themselves as platonic soulmates, book-loving best friends who grew up together, went to school together, read together (sometimes out loud!) and even live together.Today Anne, Brenna, and Ryan chat about a truly magical college class, Ryan’s most embarrassing moment meeting a literary icon, the book Ann Patchett thinks EVERYONE should read, and of course Anne recommends three books she think they’ll enjoy reading together and discussing to death, because that’s their style.Becoming a WSIRN patron means LOADS of additional audio content, including weekly bonus episodes of One Great Book, monthly behind-the-scenes episodes, audio of certain live events, like Anne's recent conversation with Celeste Ng, and now we can add FREE AUDIOBOOKS to that list! For a limited time we’ve partnered with Libro.fm to give all Hardback-tier supporters a free audiobook! Summer is made for audiobook listening, so this is the perfect time for you to become a new patron. Go to patreon.com/whatshouldIreadnext to join in the fun! Click over to the podcast website for a list of books mentioned in this episode: http://whatshouldireadnextpodcast.com/189You can find Brenna and Ryan on Instagram, @ryanpait and @brennasherrill. You can find Ryan’s writing at The Houstonian and the Chautauquan Daily.

Let other pens dwell on guilt and misery. In her debut Love Walked In, Marisa de los Santos proves that happiness makes for terrific reading.   **** Every time we release a new episode of One Great Book, we also release a bonus episode featuring a book that's not out yet—so you can be in the know and get a jump on your library holds list. These bonuses are available to all our patrons, but right now we've got a special deal for Hardback level supporters. Until July 3, new Hardback-ers also get a FREE audiobook. Learn more at patreon.com/whatshouldireadnext.    Visit modernmrsdarcy.com/onegreatbook to catch up on all of the episodes from Volume 1 and to sign up for our newsletter.    Thanks to our sponsor Page 1 Books. At Page 1, they are literary matchmakers, and Page 1's No. 1 Book subscription delivers the indie bookstore experience in a box. One Great Book listeners can save 15% on their subscription by using the code GREATBOOK.

One Great Book returns with Volume 2 on June 21st! A whip-smart heroine witnesses a murder intended for her...An unexpected inheritance brings the opportunity for reinvention…A family gathers to untangle their truths…A man walks into a coffee shop, and a wind of change blows in the door behind him... All those stories and more are on their way, from Anne Bogel host of What Should I Read Next?. Each week on One Great Book, Anne pulls a standout title from her personal bookshelves, and shares just enough of the enticing details to encourage you to pick up these older gems... and it all happens in 10 minutes or less. To double your great books, become a patron at patreon.com/whatshouldireadnext and receive a weekly BONUS EPISODE covering stellar upcoming releases, so you can be the first at your library to get your hands on new great books. Mark your calendars and subscribe to One Great Book on your favorite podcast app. We’ll see you on June 21st!

Last time we recorded an episode for The Crystal Paine Show, we had just gotten back from Kansas. And this time, we just got back from Destin, Florida! It was our first time there (can you believe it?), and we had an amazing trip. We haven’t gone on a long road trip by ourselves since our honeymoon, and even though it was a little bit weird to be in the car for six hours by ourselves, I’m so thankful that we got to go! Today’s guest on the show is the amazing Anne Bogel, who you may remember from an earlier episode! (She’s actually the first second-time guest on the show.) We had such a fantastic conversation that Jesse and I didn’t want you to miss a single minute of it, so we skipped our usual segments of the show to make room for the whole interview. Anne and I are both Highly Sensitive People (or HSPs). Now before you just think that means someone is overly sensitive or emotional, do yourself a favor and listen to the episode. At least 15-20% of people are HSP -- many just don't know it! I didn’t know this about myself until I learned it through reading Anne’s book Reading People. When I read her chapter on Highly Sensitive People and realized that she was exactly describing me, it changed my life! All of a sudden I understood why I big crowds drained me, loud noises over-stimulated me, certain fabrics of shirts were incredibly annoying, and why I can't function well if my house is a mess. We’ll start off by talking about how Anne came across this concept, and how it helped her regain a sense of control and improving her own life experience. We’ll also dig into the impact that being an HSP can have (some of the struggles as well as the perks!) and how to tell if you’re an HSP. Even if you’re not a Highly Sensitive Person, don’t miss this amazing conversation! You’ll likely identify someone close to you who is and it will help you have a better understanding of how to love them and interact with them (and maybe not think they are just high maintenance or needy!) In This Episode: [00:25] - Jesse and I discuss how weird (and fun) it was to go on our first road trip by ourselves (without kids) in years. [04:10] - This episode will be a little bit different because I ended up having such a long conversation with Anne Bogel that we decided to make the interview the focus of the episode.  [04:56] - I (re)introduce Anne and ask her to share about her new podcast that just launched! Check it out at One Great Book. [09:14] - When did Anne first learn about the concept of Highly Sensitive People (HSP)? She talks about when the light bulb went off for her and how discovering this idea changed things for her and helped her regain a sense of control. [15:26] - Anne and I discuss our greatest struggles and greatest strengths as a Highly Sensitive Person. [21:19] - I can’t watch certain movies or listen to certain kinds of news, because it will be too heavy and too much for me. Anne shares how she can't write when there is music playing with words. [22:17] - We talk about the best way to determine whether you’re HSP, or whether one of your kids or friends might be? ("When you know, you know," Anne explains. "HSPs often don’t even need the test.") 30:38] - What is Anne reading right now? [32:16] - Anne talks about what’s saving her life right now: walking to work (even though she works at home!). [34:39] - Did you enjoy that conversation as much as I did? Do you have any questions, comments, or feedback? Get in touch by email at crystal@moneysavingmom.com! Links and Resources: Anne Bogel Reading People by Anne Bogel I’d Rather Be Reading by Anne Bogel Modern Mrs. Darcy What Should I Read Next? with Anne Bogel (podcast) One Great Book with Anne Bogel (podcast) The Highly Sensitive Person by Elaine Aron Quiet by Susan Cain Are You Highly Sensitive? test from Elaine Aron Great E-book Deals on Modern Mrs. Darcy Cal Newport Crystal’s Favorite Things on Amazon CrystalPaine.com MoneySavingMom.com YourBloggingMentor.com Crystal’s Instagram account (I’d love for you to follow me there! I usually hop on at least a few times per day and share behind-the-scenes photos and videos, my grocery store hauls, funny stories, or just anything I’m pondering or would like your advice or feedback on!) Have feedback on the show or suggestions for future episodes or topics? Send me an email: crystal@moneysavingmom.com Note: This post contains affiliate links. If you click through and make a purchase, we may receive a small commission — at no additional cost to you. Thank you so much for your support!

Meredith and Kaytee are happy to be recording again, and can’t believe we are already up to Episode 37! We have a few important announcements right at the top of the show, one of which requires your help, listeners! Send us your Ask Us Anything questions via email, Direct Message, or as a comment on show notes, and we’ll feature them in a future episode! You’ll hear a “bookish moment of the week” from each of us: each of them this week centers on reading with the kiddos. Next, we discuss our current reads for the week. We have an eclectic mix of titles from middle grade to adult, fiction and non-, humor and serious. A bit of everything! For our deep dive this week, we are chatting about the fifth category in our 2019 Reading Challenge: a book pressed into your hands by a librarian, bookseller, or podcaster. And we’ve got a trove of resources for you if you’re stuck on this one! As always, we finish up with A Book (yep, capitalized) that we’d like to press into every reader’s hands. This week has us pressing favorites that we’ve loved for a long time but were out of sight/out of mind until someone brought them back to our attention. As per usual, time-stamped show notes are below with references to every book and resource we mentioned in this episode. If you’d like to listen first and not spoil the surprise, don’t scroll down!  .  .  .  .  .  3:18 - Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets by J.K. Rowling 4:20 - Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban by J.K. Rowling 7:00 - A Woman is No Man by Etaf Rum 7:37 - The Little Prince by Antoine Saint-Exupéry 9:17 - Peter Pan by J.M. Barrie 10:43 - Ladies Who Punch: The Explosive Inside Story of The View by Ramin Setoodeh 12:55 - Most Talkative by Andy Cohen 13:09 - From Scratch: Inside the Food Network by Allen Salkin 14:20 - First Grave on the Right by Darynda Jones 16:42 - Scythe by Neal Schusterman 16:43 - Ghost Whisperer (TV series) 17:13 - Nine Perfect Strangers by Liane Moriarty 19:44 - Truly, Madly, Guilty by Liane Moriarty 20:50 - Dare to Lead by Brené Brown 21:41 - Braving the Wilderness by Brené Brown 21:42 - Daring Greatly by Brené Brown 23:55 - The Elephant in the Room: One Fat Man’s Quest to Get Smaller in a Growing America by Tommy Tomlinson 27:00 - The Currently Reading 2019 Reading Challenge 27:27 - I’ve Got Your Number by Sophie Kinsella 28:30 - libraryreads.org 29:30 - Indie Next List from indiebound.org 30:42 - All the Books podcast 31:08 - Liberty Hardy @franzencomesalive 31:27 - Anne Bogel on What Should I Read Next 31:37 - Anne Bogel on One Great Book (and Patron feed) 31:59 - Annie Jones on From the Front Porch podcast 32:23 - Book Drop subscription box 32:26 - Shelf Subscription from Bookshelf Thomasville 32:31 - Reading Bug Box 33:04 - Sorta Awesome podcast 33:14 - Jamie Golden (and Knox) on The Popcast or at @jamiebgolden 33:08 - Laura Tremaine @laura.tremaine on Instagram 33:45 - Gretchen Rubin on the Happier podcast and her FB page 34:17 - Read Aloud Revival with Sarah McKenzie 34:27 - Sarah’s Bookshelves Live podcast 34:38 - The Librarian is In by the NY Public Library 34:56 - Reading Women podcast 35:05 - @parnassusbooks on Instagram 35:06 - @powellsbooks on Instagram 35:56 - @bookshelftville on Instagram 36:20 - Book of the Month subscription 37:05 - A Discovery of Witches by Deborah Harkness 37:21 - Time’s Convert by Deborah Harkness 37:31 - Shadow of Night by Deborah Harkness 37:32 - The Book of Life by Deborah Harkness 39:29 - What Alice Forgot by Liane Moriarty 40:39 - Big Little Lies by Liane Moriarty *Please note that all book titles linked above are Amazon affiliate links. Your cost is the same, but a small portion of your purchase will come back to us to help offset the costs of the show. Thanks for your support!*  

Today’s guest is reading speed-demon Liberty Hardy, professional book nerd and host of Book Riot’s All the Books podcast. Together, Liberty and Anne are going deep into a book labyrinth, discussing truly committed bookworm questions like “how do you avoid back strain while reading for hours on end?”, “how do I smuggle 1000 books out of my house safely?” and “what does Kate Atkinson’s grocery list look like?” They're also playing a Tom Stoppard-inspired literary game that miiiight destroy your TBR.Check out Anne's brand new podcast One Great Book. New episodes drop on Fridays! If one episode per week isn't enough, our Patreon community will get exclusive weekly bonus episodes. To sign up for bonus episodes, and all sorts of other WSIRN behind-the-scenes goodness visit http://patreon.com/whatshouldireadnext.Click over to the podcast website for a list of books mentioned in this episode: http://whatshouldireadnextpodcast.com/180You can check out Liberty's writing at Book Riot, follow her super-bookish and super-kitten-filled Instagram @FranzenComesAlive, and see what books she's talking about on Twitter @MissLiberty. Watch the clip from Rosencrantz & Guildenstern are Dead that inspired our game.

Alabama reader Shannan Malone has broad taste and high standards, and when it comes to new releases, even authors she’s loved in the past don’t get a free pass… the new book has to earn her love. So today’s episode goes out to all you eclectic readers who love hopping between genres.Anne and Shannan covering the struggle of pinpointing what you dislike about a book that everyone else thinks is amazing, awkward characters for the introverted reader, Shannon’s book club that connects moms near and far through literature, and of course much, much more.Anne has a brand new podcast called One Great Book, highlighting books Anne personally loves that you may have missed or forgotten about, but that you’ll be glad to discover—again, or for the first time. New episodes drop on Fridays. Make sure to subscribe to One Great Book on your preferred podcast player!If one episode per week isn't enough, our Patreon community will get exclusive bonus episodes corresponding with each new One Great Book episode, highlighting an extra title that hasn't been released yet so you can be in the know AND be the first on your library holds list. To sign up for bonus episodes, visit http://patreon.com/whatshouldireadnext.Click over to the podcast website for a list of books mentioned in this episode: http://whatshouldireadnextpodcast.com/179Check out Shannan’s blog www.shannanenjoyslife.com, and follow her on Instagram @shannanenjoyslife.

Decision-making is a HUGE part of WSIRN's purpose. Podcaster and author Emily P. Freeman is an expert in the art of decision-making (she’s literally written the book on it), but when assigned school reading hijacked alllllll her personal reading time... deciding what to read next for pleasure got a little more complicated.Today, Anne helps Emily find her way back to confident personal reading decisions. Plus, they discuss what to do when you pick up the totally-wrong book by a totally-great author, biographical historical fiction, the first YA book ever written, and Emily’s newest book The Next Right Thing.On Friday, Anne's brand new podcast One Great Book entered the world. Unlike What Should I Read Next, which tailors recommendations to a specific reader's taste, One Great Book highlights books Anne loves that you may have missed or forgotten about, but that you’ll be glad to discover—again, or for the first time.We have 8 books planned for this first volume (the more-bookish term for "season"). New episodes drop on Fridays. Make sure to subscribe to One Great Book on your preferred podcast player!If one episode per week isn't enough, our Patreon community will get exclusive bonus episodes corresponding with each new One Great Book episode, highlighting an extra title that hasn't been released yet so you can be in the know AND be the first on your library holds list. To sign up for bonus episodes, visit http://patreon.com/whatshouldireadnext.Click over to the podcast website for a list of books mentioned in this episode: http://whatshouldireadnextpodcast.com/178Make sure to check out Emily’s podcast The Next Right Thing, and her new book of the same name. Find all the info you need on her website www.emilypfreeman.com. Follow her on Twitter and Instagram, both @emilypfreeman.

We have a new podcast!WSIRN is about helping readers find their next read. In each episode, the recommendations are geared toward a particular reader’s style, and Anne always looks for titles they haven’t read before.Our new podcast is a short format show called One Great Book. In every episode, Anne pulls one standout selection off her personal bookshelves and tell you all about it. She's highlighting books she loves that you may have missed or forgotten about, but that you’ll be glad to discover—again, or for the first time.We have 8 books planned for this first volume (commonly known as a season, on podcasts that are not of the bookish variety), and the first two books are available now in your favorite podcast player. New episodes drop on Fridays starting this week.

A backlist title Anne was shocked to learn readers didn't know about. Plus a fun story about how this podcast was born.   **** Learn more this and all of the great books at modernmrsdarcy.com/onegreatbook and to get exclusive One Great Book bonuses become a patron.   Thanks to Libro.fm, the independent audiobook company, for sponsoring the show. They are offering One Great Book listeners 3 audiobooks for the price of one when you sign up for a membership.

A book about books, for book lovers–and one that holds a special place in my heart and on my shelves.   **** Learn more this and all of the great books at modernmrsdarcy.com/onegreatbook. You can also sign up for our newsletter there to keep up with all of the bookish happenings. One Great Book patrons get exclusive bonus episodes as well as behind the scene peeks, a chance to participate in the creative process, and to connect with fellow readers. Learn more at Patreon.com/whatshouldireadnext.   Thanks to our sponsor Libro.fm. Libro.fm is the audiobook company that allows you to buy from your local bookstore. One Great Book listeners will get 3 audiobooks for the price of one when you sign up for a membership.

Welcome to the new podcast from the people who brought you What Should I Read Next. Each week Anne Bogel pulls one stand-out selection off her personal bookshelves and tells you all about it. Let's get to it.

Readers, welcome to our first impromptu and improvised episode of What Should I Read Next!Today Anne tells you a little about our new class, Get More Out of Your Library. Click here for more details, and click here to learn more about the MMD Book Club and sign up before the Wednesday class. In this episode, Anne also tells you a small-world bookish story, and shares One Great Book for your TBR. We hope you enjoy today's episode! We'll be back next week with a new Tuesday episode. ____________________________________________________________Connect with Anne: Blog | Twitter | Facebook | Instagram | WSIRN InstagramSign up for the free WSIRN newsletter at https://whatshouldireadnextpodcast.com/newsletter