Podcasts about summer reading

What if one simple daily habit this summer could reduce screen battles, spark meaningful conversations, and build your child's character — all at the same time? Summer reading activities do not have to be complicated to be powerful.This episode shows how 10 minutes a day of read alouds can transform your summer into something your kids actually remember . . . with practical ideas for every age from elementary all the way through high school:✅Why read alouds are the single most powerful summer reading activity you can do✅Age-by-age ideas for elementary, middle school, and high school that actually work✅How one question after any chapter sparks real conversations without any pressure✅Simple hands-on activities that pair perfectly with any book your family is reading✅Why stopping read alouds when kids can read on their own is one of the biggest homeschool mistakes✅Why 10 consistent minutes beats any elaborate summer learning plan every timeGrab the FREE Read Aloud Magic and start your summer reading activities this week.Resources for YouRead Aloud Magic (free resource — favorite read aloud books, tips, and ideas, linked in show notes) Show Notes:One Simple Summer Habit That Does More Than Any CurriculumWhat if I told you there is one simple habit this summer that could reduce screen battles, build family relationships, improve reading skills, spark meaningful conversations, and create memories your kids remember for years? It doesn't require expensive curriculum, elaborate lesson plans, or hours of preparation.Many homeschool moms during the summer are thinking — should we keep schooling? What if they forget something? Do I have enough time to take a break? What if summer learning could feel more like family connection and less like school?Summer is the perfect time to shift from worksheets to stories, from checklists to conversations, and from assignments to curiosity.The One Habit: Read AloudsRead alouds give you so much more than just reading. They give you leadership. They give you learning. They give you character development. They give you family bonding and family conversation. And best of all, one book can work for many ages.I still remember when Steve was reading the Little Bridges series to our kids. We were driving in our giant van and all of a sudden the kids started talking about how that grandpa in the story was so crotchety. They said they'd never want their grandpa to act like that. Did I ask them questions? Did I give them a multiple-choice test? No. They had been so involved in the story that they were comparing the grandpa's character to their own grandpa's. That is family bonding, character development, and family conversation — all happening naturally.How to Get Started This WeekIf you are not reading aloud, especially in the summer when things slow down, I want to challenge you to pick a book today or tomorrow and start reading 10 minutes a day. Before breakfast, after breakfast, before bed, during lunch while the kids are eating and you have their full attention.Don't overthink it. Consistency matters more than length. It is better to do 10 minutes every single day this summer than to do 30 minutes today and then nothing for five days. Schedule it. Put it on your calendar so it actually happens.What C.S. Lewis Knew About Stories and ImaginationC.S. Lewis lost his mother when he was very young, and books became a refuge for him. He spent countless hours in mythology, fairy tales, and classic literature. That imagination was what inspired the Chronicles of Narnia, Mere Christianity, and The Screwtape Letters.He said — reason is the natural organ of truth, but imagination is the organ of meaning. He believed this is where children grasp meaning. Through stories, children encounter courage, sacrifice, honesty, loyalty, and faith before they are even able to explain those things. Read alouds feed both the mind and the heart. They do more than teach reading skills. They shape your kids' imagination, character, and faith.Too often when we start school, we squash that imagination — sit down, do a bunch of workbooks, read this short story and answer these questions. That is not education. We need to protect curiosity and imagination. How did we get to where we are with technology and creativity? Because someone had imagination. And a lot of times that starts with really good books.Summer Reading Activities for Elementary AgesFor elementary-aged kids, focus on wonder, curiosity, and family connection. Picture books, chapter books, family read alouds are all great places to start. Read under a tree. Go up in a backyard fort. Spread out a blanket at the park. Read during popsicle time. Build a blanket fort and read underneath it. Listen to audiobooks in the car.Make it fun. Draw your favorite characters. Create a craft related to the story. Act out scenes. Create a treasure hunt based on a book.Laura Ingalls Wilder's mother Caroline was a certified school teacher who believed in education and literacy as essential, not optional. Even during the difficult frontier years, no matter where they lived, she prioritized teaching her children to read. And those family experiences became the inspiration for the entire Little House series.What if you read Little House in the Big Woods this summer? Make homemade butter. Learn a pioneer chore. Cook over a fire. Compare pioneer life to modern life. Easy, fun, and meaningful — not just reading and writing.Summer Reading Activities for Middle SchoolMiddle schoolers often become passionate about specific topics. Right now my 11-year-old is into history and has been reading historical fiction. Maybe your kids are into horses, planes, ancient history, missions, nature, or sports.Let your child pick the topic — not you. They will be so much more interested. Then let them read three kinds of books on that topic — a fiction book, a biography, and a nonfiction. For Hunter, that looked like a fictional baseball story, a biography of Derek Jeter, and a book on the science and math of baseball.Ask one question after reading each day — what surprised you? What would you like to learn more about? What would you have done differently in that story? Then maybe do one extra activity. Watch a documentary, go to a museum, cook a related meal, build a model.These things develop critical thinking skills, ownership, and independent learning. I didn't want my kids to always have to do everything a teacher told them. I wanted them to think for themselves, plan for themselves, and make choices for themselves.Summer Reading Activities for High SchoolMany moms stop reading aloud when their kids can read on their own. Big mistake. Many stop in high school. Even bigger mistake. Teens still need discussion. They still need to develop their listening skills. They need exposure to great ideas. And they still need family connection.We still read aloud in the morning, and Steve would read to them several evenings a week. For older kids, try a Christian biography, a mission story, historical fiction, great literature, the classics, or an apologetics book. Don't be afraid of a classic just because the vocabulary feels heavy — the ideas are worth it.Ask questions like — what character stood out today? What would you have done in that person's place? How does this compare to Scripture? What leadership lesson do you see? Choose one biography or one classic and read it together, then discuss it once a week. Over ice cream. At a coffee shop. On an evening walk. Keep it simple.Bringing It All TogetherPair your read alouds with simple summer experiences. If you're reading about Harriet Tubman, go outside at night and look at the North Star — she followed it to guide enslaved people to freedom. If you're reading about a historical time period, bake something from that era.Just last week we were reading Why Don't You Get a Horse, Sam Adams? and we made Johnny Cakes for breakfast — which we found out are actually called journey cakes because you could take them on a long journey and they wouldn't go bad. She was telling her dad all about it when he got home that evening. That is learning that sticks.Summer becomes intentional, relational, and memorable — not just educational.You don't have to recreate school. You don't need elaborate plans or expensive curriculum. One book. One conversation. One family read aloud can inspire a love of learning. And inspiring a love of learning? That's the easiest thing read alouds do.To help you get started, grab my free Read Aloud Magic resource in the show notes. It has 20 to 30 of our family's favorite read aloud books, tips for how to run read alouds, and simple ideas for turning books into meaningful family learning experiences — no workbook required.Will you take the read aloud challenge this summer? Start this week — just 10 minutes a day. That's all it takes.

Thank you again to Alexander Lent from the Leominster Public Library for joining me on WLPZ 95.1FM this past Saturday!We had a wonderful conversation about the importance of libraries, community connections, and summer reading opportunities for all ages.Please support your local library and discover the many resources, programs, and connections it offers. Thank you for listening and sharing this episode with family and friends.

On today's Bible Answer Man broadcast, Hank brings up that as the summer months come along, people tend to read when they normally would not. He goes over some of the many benefits of reading in general, as well as the importance of reading Scripture. Hank also mentions that June is an important month, as it is the end of the fiscal year for our ministry at the Christian Research Institute, and encourages listeners to support the ministry so that we may continue to touch lives for time and for eternity.Hank also answers the following questions:Deuteronomy 24:1-4 talks about divorce and remarriage, calling illegitimate remarriages an abomination. Is this true for today? Judy - Oklahoma City, OK (4:23)Matthew 8:28 mentions two demon-possessed men, but the other Gospels say there was one; how do we resolve this? Jeremy - Stillwater, OK (15:39)If God is in control, why is the world so chaotic? Steven - Fort Worth, TX (19:01)Is homosexuality similar to alcoholism? Can one say, “I'm a recovering homosexual”? Michelle - Fayetteville, AR (21:09)How can I address an atheist who says there's not enough evidence for God's existence? Al - Washington, DC (23:49)

Steve chats with Camille Perri, author of the new book, Social Animals, about reluctant dog parents, why librarians should star in a reality show, the loneliness epidemic, and how she balances humor, relationship-building, and mystery to craft her new novel. Plus, over at the Circ Desk, NoveList librarians Sydney and Caleigh provide some great readalikes … Continue reading 314: Social Animals by Camille Perri – Summer Reading Spectacular 2026

It's our semi-belated birthday celebration, and we're getting back to our bibliophile roots! In this episode, we share some of our current favorite reads, from recent discoveries to books we just can't stop recommending. Whether you're looking for your next great adventure, a compelling nonfiction read, or something completely unexpected, there's bound to be a title (or several) that catches your attention. Fair warning: we cannot be held responsible for the inevitable growth of your TBR (To Be Read) pile by the time this episode is over. Consider yourself warned! Our Linktree: https://linktr.ee/FiveishFangirls #FiveishFam    TIME STAMPS 00:00:21 Intro 00:02:54 News No Feedback 00:22:41 Book Talk 02:28:21 Closing Thoughts 02:30:27 Outro Copyright Disclaimer under section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, education and research. Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statute that might otherwise be infringing. Non-profit, educational or personal use tips the balance in favor of fair use.

In this podcast episode Pastor Javin and Matt dive deeper into the first half of our Summer Reading series. This year's Summer Reading series gleans from Mark Batterson's book A Million Little Miracles. In this episode Matt and Javin talk about how big God is and how close God is. They discuss how too often we take things for granted and how we need to live in wonder. The conversation even goes into the different dimensions we live in and where God is in those dimensions. They talk about how God is our gps that may not always give the direction we thought we were going to get, but he always gives the best directions because he knows more than we do. We also discuss even deeper how the God of all creation revealed himself to creation through Christ and how that God is always pursuing us, is all around us, and we can never take ourselves out of his presence, grace, mercy, love, forgiveness, compassion, and peace. His virtues are always there and always available. You can find the full series here on our youtube channel or by going to https://www.bwccamden.com/weekend-messages/summer-reading-2026

On this episode of Vibe Check, Saeed welcomes back friend of the show Traci Thomas, host of The Stacks podcast, to talk about all things summer reading. They share their immersive favorites and recommend books that they deem perfect for the season. ------------------------------------------------------ You can find everything Vibe Check related at our official website, www.vibecheckpod.comWe want to hear from you! Email us at vibecheck@stitcher.com, and keep in touch with us on Instagram @vibecheck_pod.Get your Vibe Check merch at www.podswag.com/vibecheck.Subscribe to SiriusXM Podcasts+ to listen to new episodes of Vibe Check ad-free.Start a free trial now on Apple Podcasts or by visiting siriusxm.com/podcastsplus. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Our first Check It Out Book Club episode is here! This month, James is joined by Susan, manager of the Madisonville Branch, and Julie, a member of the Madisonville Book Club, to discuss The Art of Hearing Heartbeats by Jan-Philipp Sendker. We talk about the novel's central love story, Julia's search for the truth about her father, Tin Win's life in Burma and America, the book's fairy-tale quality, the meaning of hearing heartbeats, and how the Madisonville Book Club responded to the story. Our next Book Club selection is Absolution by Alice McDermott. The South Slidell Book Club will discuss it in person on July 9, and we'll feature it in an upcoming episode of Check It Out. Submit your thoughts or questions for the episode at: https://www.sttammanylibrary.org/podcast Find upcoming library events: https://www.sttammanylibrary.org/events Learn more about Summer Reading: https://www.sttammanylibrary.org/summerreading

For this special bonus episode of Kobo in Conversation, producer and co-host Nathan Maharaj was joined by one of Kobo's booksellers (and frequent Staff Picks contributor), Deandra Lalonde. They sort through the buzziest books to take along to the beach, the books landing in the next few weeks that you won't want to miss, and how best to bring a little Hollywood into your summer reading this year. Books mentioned: Yesteryear by Caro Claire Burke Whistler by Ann Patchett Our Perfect Storm by Carley Fortune From 2023: Carley Fortune on summer love and second chances Heartstopper #6 by Alice Oseman Big Little Truths by Liane Moriarty The Shampoo Effect by Jenny Jackson The Odyssey by Homer There's Only One Sin in Hollywood by Rasheed Newson On the Calculation of Volume by Solvej Balle And check out dozens more summer picks HERE.

In this special summer reading episode, we're sharing some of our favorite recent reads that will inspire you to kick back with a good book on your break. From magical realism to historical romance, we discuss the books that have surprised and delighted us this year, and we share recommendations for professional development and classroom inspiration. Plus, we give an exciting update on our upcoming book, Structure and Spark, and why we're passionate about helping teachers navigate the different seasons of the school year. If you're looking for great book recommendations to add to your summer reading stack, this episode is full of ideas!Prefer to read? Grab the episode transcript and resources in the show notes here: https://www.secondstorywindow.net/podcast/summer-reading-list-for-teachers/Books Mentioned:The Wisteria Society of Lady Scoundrels by India HoltonClassroom Engagement: The Unwritten Code by Jen FosterHow to Write a Love Story by Catherine WalshThe Together Teacher: Plan Ahead, Get Organized, Save Time by Maia Heyck-MerlinThe Smallest of Joys by Diane ShifferThe Someday Garden by Ashley PostonOne and Only by Maurene GooLady Tremaine by Rachel HochhauserThe Joyful Classroom by Lynn Bechtel and Kristen VincentDo I Have Your Attention? Understanding Memory Constraints and Maximizing Learning by Blake HarvardDolly All the Time by Annabel MonaghanThis Book Made Me Think of You by Libby PagePreorder our book Structure and SparkMore Resources:Kindle / Tablet standReading Journey appJoin The Teacher Approved ClubConnect with us on Instagram @2ndstorywindowShop our teacher-approved resourcesJoin our Teacher Approved Facebook groupLeave a review on Apple Podcasts!Leave a comment or rating on SpotifyRelated Episodes to Enjoy:Episode 71. The Easy Way Teachers Can Learn This Summer: 10 PD Books We LoveEpisode 65. Make an Easy Plan For Your Perfect Teacher Summer: Recovery and ReadinessEpisode 130. The 2 Things Teachers Need to Refuel This SummerEpisode 197. A Teacher Summer Self Care and Recovery Plan That Doesn't Feel Like WorkMentioned in this episode:Get a free 10-day trial of the Teacher Approved Club, where members are using the Tired Teacher Summer Planner this month to help plan the kind of summer they need: https://secondstorywindow.net/trial

The return of "What About?" Wednesdays! Text us your questions for apologist and pastor Robby Lashua!Today:Dinosaurs on Noah's Ark?  Dinosaur tracks and human artifacts within the same fossil layers?  Fresh biological material within excavated dinosaur bones?  We have found water-soluble dinosaur DNA that has survived?You better buckle up.  Today's Kingdom Culture Conversation is going to spur a lot of conversations...Background:In the summer of 2016, the annual Crusaders Charge into Summer Reading campaign introduced us to Russ Miller, a storied and established Biblical creationist who lives, believe it or not, off-the-grid in a crater in northern Arizona.  If that were not crazy enough, during that summer, Miller introduced us to his book, "The Cost", and he made two audacious claims.First, Russ Miller claimed that the universe and all of creation was established by God in six 24-hour days, less than 10,000 years ago.  He claimed he had scientific and scriptural evidence to back up his claims.Second, Miller claimed that if our nation continued to deny God the creator and the concept of "Imago Dei" -- that we are created in the image and likeness of God, on purpose, and for a purpose -- our culture would go into a freefall, losing all concept of right and wrong, falling into chaos and disorder.Now, ten years later, Russ Miller is back and his warnings and worries have exploded into reality.  Our country and our culture are mired in confusion about truth, gender, marriage, race, identity, spirituality, and more.We are paying what Miller called "The Cost" of losing track of who we are and whose we are.Miller's latest book is "Consider the Cost" -- an updated and expanded version of "The Cost" that is available at no cost in the three offices of Northwest Christian School -- and his message remains the same:  we must understand that we were created by God on purpose -- we are not biochemical happenstance -- and we were created for a purpose.  We are loved and valued.  The truth is knowable.  We have a reason.  We have a mission.This summer, we're going deep into creationism.  We are going to spend time with audacious individuals who believe in Young Earth, Old Earth, Theistic Evolution, Geocentricity, and, yes, a Flat Earth.  Our journey will be anchored in God's word as we enjoy some pretty amazing conversations.But, at the end of the day, diverse positions aside, every moment and every word of the KingdomCultureConversations.com episodes that we will hear this summer (between May 11th and September 28th) will be rooted in one truth:  You were created on purpose and for a purpose.To learn more about Russ Miller and his organization, "Creation and Evolution Science Ministries", please follow this link. "Kingdom Culture Conversations" is a podcast created by Northwest Christian School in Phoenix, Arizona.For more information on Northwest Christian School, visit:  https://www.ncsaz.org/To reach out to Geoff Brown, please email gbrown@ncsaz.org or you can reach him by cell phone:  (623)225-5573.

What does it mean to be made in the image of God? In this opening message of our Summer Reading series, guest preacher Pat Batten teaches from Genesis 1:26–28 and explores one of the most foundational truths in Scripture: every human being is created as the image of God. Through Scripture, personal story, and reflection, Pat reminds us that our worth is not based on our work, achievements, relationships, abilities, or circumstances. Our value comes from who we are: God's image-bearers, created by Him, known by Him, and deeply valuable to Him. Whether life has gone according to plan or taken an unexpected turn, knowing who we are helps us wherever we are.

Host Craig Larsen talks with Kathy Batterton from the Lemhi County Library District.   She is talking about the Summer Reading 2026 and associated events.  

The God of all creation is close to his creation. He is closer than you realize and you are loved by him more than you ever dreamed.

On today's Bible Answer Man broadcast (06/12/26), Hank brings up that as the summer months come along, people tend to read when they normally would not. He goes over some of the many benefits of reading in general, as well as the importance of reading Scripture. Hank also mentions that June is an important month, as it is the end of the fiscal year for our ministry at the Christian Research Institute, and encourages listeners to support the ministry so that we may continue to touch lives for time and for eternity.Hank also answers the following questions:Deuteronomy 24:1-4 talks about divorce and remarriage, calling illegitimate remarriages an abomination. Is this true for today? Judy - Oklahoma City, OK (4:23)Is it possible to call yourself a believer of Jesus Christ yet not be a disciple? Anna - Tacoma, WA (15:11)Can you explain the different levels of heaven? Anthony - Longview, TX (20:32)What is your understanding of the nature of God? How can one know the nature of God? Reginald - OH (22:13)

Last week the Women's Podcast book club gathered for a live event in Chapters Bookstore in Dublin to discuss what books they'll be packing with them on their summer holidays. Celebrated author Claire Keegan was the special guest who joined book clubbers Róisín Ingle, Bernice Harrison, Ann Ingle and Niamh Towey for the event, alongside an audience of podcast listeners. Keegan spoke about the novel and two short stories that she hopes listeners will enjoy and she treated the audience to a reading from The Great Gatsby.You can find the full list of recommendations here: https://www.irishtimes.com/podcasts/the-womens-podcast/the-womens-podcast-book-club-summer-reading-recommendations-with-claire-keegan/The Great Gatsby by F. Scott FitzgeraldGold Watch by John McGahernLast Day of Summer by Ian McEwan, a short story from his collection, First Love, Last Rites.Famesick by Lena DunhamFew and Far Between by Jan CarsonPortrait of a Lady by Henry JamesYesteryear by Caro Claire BurkeThe Keeper by Tana FrenchThe Spare Room by Helen GarnerExcellent Women by Barbara PymJohn of John by Douglas StuartThe Things We Never Say by Elizabeth StroutLand by Maggie O'FarrellThe Make Believe by Hannah MurrayTatty by Christine Dwyer Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On Thursday's show: STAAR test results are out. We learn how Houston-area schools fared. And we find out if the City of Houston passed its $7.5 billion proposed budget, which would include a $5 trash pickup fee.Also this hour: As we've grown more and more dependent on technology, some of us are growing increasingly wary of the tradeoffs it requires. We discuss the reasons why with Houston Chronicle technology writer Dwight Silverman. Then, school may be out, but reading doesn't have to be. We find out how a local reading challenge is encouraging kids to turn more pages and how adults can discover new books and community events at their neighborhood library.And, ahead of a June 25 concert at The Heights Theater, we revisit a 2024 conversation with Grammy Award-nominated singer/songwriter and author Mary Gauthier.Watch

Looking for your next summer read? Southern Oregon librarians and booksellers recommend books for Pride Month and summer, from queer history and historical fiction to romance, satire and nonfiction.

Take a listen as Jamie and Mariah discuss Summer Reading fun and their most recent reading recommendations!Books mentioned:We Burned so Bright by T.J. KluneThe Lost Bookshop by Evie WoodsHow to Survive in the Woods by Kat RosenfieldBlack Woods, Blue Sky by Eowyn IveyHeartwood by Amity GaigeThe Recovery Agent by Janet Evanovich The King's Ransom by Janet Evanovich 

Steve chats with Catherine Kurtz, author of the new book Feast, about how her painting and food writing skills contributed to her first novel, why food is the perfect vehicle to connect readers, the feeling of hope at the heart of the book, and a few anachronisms she could not help but include in the … Continue reading 313: Feast by Catherine Kurtz – Summer Reading Spectacular 2026

In this episode of Grandma's Silver, Allie Kochinsky sits down with lifestyle creator and new author Chassity Evans to discuss her debut novel Pink Sand Summer, and the relationship between place, memory, creativity, and storytelling.Known for her thoughtfully curated lifestyle content and love of coastal living, Chassity has spent years creating visual narratives inspired by the places she loves. With Pink Sand Summer, she takes that storytelling a step further, transforming the atmosphere and emotional pull of Harbour Island into a work of fiction.Together, the women explore how places shapes narrative, why summer stories continue to resonate with readers, and how nostalgia functions as both a feeling and a creative tool. Chassity also shares what surprised her most about writing a novel, the challenges of moving from visual storytelling to long-form fiction, and the role memory plays in building characters and emotional depth.In this episode, they discuss:The journey from creator to novelistThe inspiration behind the bookHarbour Island as a creative influencePlace, memory, and storytellingWhy readers are drawn to summer fictionBuilding characters through emotional detailThe emotional power of coastal settingsFor readers who love summer novels, coastal fiction, place-based storytelling, and romance, this episode offers a thoughtful look at how the places we love become part of the stories we tell.RESOURCES:Follow Chassity on Instagram here.Buy the book on Amazon!If you enjoy Grandma's Silver, follow the podcast and share this episode with a friend who loves heritage, design, and timeless living.

It's almost the official dog days of summer, and today we're sharing with you some great reading suggestions to plan out your reading for these long hot days. We're going to tell you about what's new and hot this summer, what's on our reading lists, plus some suggestions for titles that can help you complete our Adult Summer Bingo challenge. And don't miss joining us for the first official podcast buddy read! Ellyn's Currently Reading | American Fantasy by Emma Straub, Exit Party by Emily St. John Mandel, The Wild Beneath by Kelly Anderson, & Unreasonable Hospitality by Will Guidara Amanda's Currently Reading |  Unreasonable Hospitality by Will Guidara, How to Cheat Your Own Death by Kristen Perrin, & Yesteryear by Caro Claire Burke Join us in our first official Bubbles & Books buddy read! We're reading True Grit by  Hottest New Releases Coming Out this Summer June: Land by Maggie O'Farrell Whistler by Ann Patchett The Children by Melissa Albert Harvest Season by Brynn Weaver June 9 It Could Have Been Her by Lisa Jewell June 23 July: Country People by Daniel Mason July 7 Helpless by Jessica Knoll July 7 The Romance Revival by Christina Lauren July 14 Make Nice by Ryan Effgen July 14 Sea of Charms by Sarah Beth Durst July 28 Daggermouth by HM Wolfe July 28 August: The Unknown by Riley Sager Aug 4 Dreamland by Olivie Blake Aug 11 A Tender Age by Chang Rae-Lee Aug 11 God's Country by William Kent Krueger Aug 18 Daggerbound by T Kingfisher Aug 25 What we're looking forward to reading this summer: Ellyn: Japanese Gothic by Kylie Lee Barker, The Knight and the Moth by Rachel Gillig & Helpless by Jessica Knoll (July 7) Amanda: Modern Lovers by Emma Straub, Truth and Beauty by Ann Patchett, & Iron Lake by William Kent Krueger  ______________________________________________________________________ Make sure to subscribe and rate the Bubbles & Books Podcast. And don't forget to share it with your friends. Follow us on Instagram: @bubblesandbookspodcast Follow Dog-Eared Books on Instagram: @dogearedbooksames Shop Dog-Eared Books and pick up your books in store or have shipped HERE. Interested in audiobooks? Listen while supporting Dog-Eared Books HERE. Interested in e-books? Listen while supporting Dog-Eared Books HERE. Learn more about a Dog-Eared Books book subscription HERE. Visit us! www.dogearedbooksames.com

June brings the start of CADL's summer reading program, plus we talk Pride picks and listens for Audiobook Month.  Cheryl's Books:  Lolly Willowes: Or, the Loving Huntsmen—Sylvia Townsend WarnerMother Tongue: A Memoir—Sara NovićPersepolis: The Story of a Childhood Marjane SatrapiMarch Sisters: On Life, Death, and Little Women—Kate Bolick, Jenny Zhang, Carmen Maria Machado and Jane SmileyMentioned: A Room of One's Own—Virginia WoolfCatherine, Called Birdy—Karen CushmanTrue Biz—Sara Nović Persepolis (Film)Persepolis 2—Marjane Satrapi Jessica's Books:   Dearly Departed—Chip PonsPicky: How American Children Became the Fussiest Eaters in History—Helen Zoe VeitLet Us Play: Winning the Battle for Gender Diverse Athletes—Harrison Browne & Rachel BrowneMentioned: Heated Rivalry—Rachel ReidUnder the Whispering Door—TJ KluneIn the Lives of Puppets—TJ KluneDeaf Utopia—And a Love Letter to a Way of Life—Nyle DiMarcoThe Quiet Ear: An Investigation of Missing Sound: A Memoir—Raymond AntrobusAvi has a few medieval titles including:  The Book Without Words and the Crispin series.  Mari's Books:   Rock Star: How Ursula Marvin Mapped Moon Rocks and Meteorites—Sandra Neil WallaceThe Queen's Granddaughter—Diane ZahlerThe Mystery of the Stolen World Cup Trophy—Angela CervantesMentioned: The Silent Child—Chris Overton Give Me a Sign—Anna Sortino

CANADA READS INSPIRED 2026 SUMMER READING BINGO CHALLENGE: Rebecca and Tara have filled in the boxes with books they've read or that are on their TBR (the Bingo card and list of titles will be pinned to Rebecca and Tara's Instagram accounts) The Challenge will begin June 5 and run through September 5, 2026 When you complete a bingo line, dm Rebecca (@canadareadsinspired) or Tara (@onabranchreads) on Instagram or email them at  craspod2019@gmail.com with a screenshot or list of titles You may enter more than one Bingo line; one completed line equals one entry If you have already read a book on the card, you can count it towards your bingo At the end of the Challenge, they will draw the name of one winner and that person will receive a $50 gift card from the independent bookstore of their choice. The giveaway is not affiliated with YouTube or Instagram 2026 BINGO TITLES:  Small Ceremonies by Kyle Edwards – Indigenous fiction, 368 pages Breathing is How Some People Stay Alive by Alison Gadsby — short stories, 200 pages The Distance of a Shout by Michael Ondaatje – poetry, 240 pages Nowhere by Jon Claytor – graphic novel, 445 pages Doubles by Nora Gold – novella, 86 pages Lies I Told My Sister by Louise Ells – literary fiction, 268 pages Opposite Sully's Gym by Alexis Stefanovich-Thomson – mystery, 320 pages Detective Aunty by Uzma Jalaluddin – cozy mystery, 329 pages Lilac People by Milo Todd – LGBT historical fiction, 303 pages The Hunger We Pass Down by Jen Sookfong Lee — horror, 367 pages Finding Flora by Elinor Florence – historical fiction, 384 pages All the Colors of the Dark by Chris Whittaker — crime fiction, 576 pages I'm So Glad We Had This Time Together by Maurice Vellekoop – graphic novel, 496 pages Vanished Beyond the Map by Adam Shoalts – non-fiction, 288 pages Legendary Frybread Drive-In by Indigenous authors – YA short stories, 352 pages Nosy Parker by Lesley Crewe – historical fiction, 264 pages Outsider by Brett Popplewell – non-fiction, 384 pages Let's Pretend This Never Happened by Jenny Lawson — memoir, humour, 363 pages Palm Meridian by Grace Flahive – LGBT romance Black Woods, Blue Sky by Eowyn Ivey — literary fiction,320 pages Pennies by Lora Senf – middle grade horror, 384 pages Chasing Summer by Frankie Scott – romance, 368 pages Suddenly Light by Nina Dunic – short stories, 240 pages Same As It Ever Was by Claire Lombardo — literary fiction, 498 pages If you have any comments or suggestions that you would like to share with Rebecca and Tara or you are interested in joining their monthly virtual book talk, please email them at craspod2019@gmail.com  

We've collected a handful of great summer reading ideas across several categories that I'm going to share with you today, along with my own personal ideas. Plus, we have some reading questions, kind of like Office Hours, that I'll sprinkle throughout. We're going to talk about reading vibes, ways to read more, permission to read what works for you, and lots more. Helpful Companion Links Order my book The PLAN or ask your library to consider carrying a copy. Get this month's Book List by signing up here or peeking through the archive Bookmark strap Episode #471: Easier Summer Chores for Families Sign up for our every-other-week podcast recap email called Latest Lazy Listens. Sign up for my once-a-month newsletter, The Latest Lazy Letter. Grab a copy of my book The Lazy Genius Kitchen or The Lazy Genius Way! (Affiliate links) Download a transcript of this episode. Want to share your Lazy Genius of the Week idea with us? Use this form to tell us about it or record your idea and share your voice on the show. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We get an update on a ballot measure in Shasta County that could overhaul how their election system runs. Plus, how funding for the arts stacks up in the state and why artists are advocating for more. Finally, 10 books to check out this summer.

Library districts use reading challenges to keep folks engaged with books during summer break. Also: a local barber writes books for his child clientele.

Join us as we take a look at a former touchstone of Looney animation that stayed in the late 30's/early 40's with books that come to life! It's Frank Tashlin's world for two of these with 'You're An Education' and 'Have You Got Any Castles?' and we look at a Clampett effort with the precursor of Book Revue with 'A Coy Decoy.'Links:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Support us on Patreon⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow us on Twitter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow us on Bluesky⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow us on Instagram⁠⁠⁠

The month of June this year will be our Summer Reading Series. This year we will glean from Mark Batterson's book A Million Little Miracles. We'll take what Batterson shares in his book, weigh it against the word of God, and explore together how high God is, close God is, and good God is. We'll see that our gratitude should be in him, and the more we know these things about him, the stronger our faith can grow. Who is God to you? How big is God? Do you realize the miracles that are happening all around you everyday that reveal to you just how big God is? God's ways are higher than ours and his thoughts are higher than ours. We often make our problem with God a head problem when in reality it's a heart problem.

New charges are coming after a fraud investigation at Tulsa Public Schools.Printing of the Oklahoma Today magazine is coming to an end this year.We have some recommendations for summer reading from Oklahoma authors.You can find the KOSU Daily wherever you get your podcasts, you can also subscribe, rate us and leave a comment.You can keep up to date on all the latest news throughout the day at KOSU.org and make sure to follow us on Facebook, Tik Tok and Instagram at KOSU Radio.This is The KOSU Daily, Oklahoma news, every weekday.

June is the month for dads, so a few staff members have taken some time to tell us a bit about their's. It's also the start of our Summer Reading Program! Tessa and Stefanie talk a bit about what Summer Reading is and how to sign up and earn points. Then Stefanie starts your Summer Reading Journey off with a Random Lines tradition: reading from a book in the public domain. Listen to Stefanie as she reads an excerpt from The Count of Monte Cristo by Alexandre Dumas, and earn yourself a point towards a prize in our Summer Reading Program. Sign up for Summer Reading at mybcpl.beanstack.org. Happy Reading!

Join librarians from the adult, children's and teen departments as we cover this year's clubs and learn how reading this summer can enter you into a raffle to win amazing prizes and access to fun experiences. Sign up and unearth a story with reading! And remember: audiobooks and graphic novels count, too!

I LOVE IRISH LITERATURE. And like so many of you, I love the work of Maggie O'Farrell – so when I heard her new book was very Irish (set in the aftermath of The Great Hunger in the late 19th century) I wondered if she'd be willing to come on the pod to do one of our favorite things here on Culture Study: offer very specific book recommendations. Stay tuned for a delightful conversation that will add a solid half dozen books to your TBR list. Thanks to the sponsors of today's episode: Go to  https://zbiotics.com/CULTURESTUDY and use CULTURESTUDY at checkout for 15% off any first time orders of ZBiotics probiotics. Use code CULTURE at jonesroadbeauty.com to get a free gift with your first purchase! Thanks to Article for sponsoring this podcast! If you're in the market for a beautiful new sofa, dining table or bed, head over to https://www.article.com/ Stop putting off those doctors appointments and go to Zocdoc.com/CULTURE to find and instantly book a doctor you love today. Show Notes: You can buy Maggie O'Farrell's new book Land here: https://bookshop.org/a/56144/9780593320648 Links for the 30+ books we recommend are available for paid subscribers.   We're currently looking for your questions for future episodes about: THE NEXUS OF LLMS/A.I. AND CREATIVITY: A.I. Boosters argues that LLMS can free us for more creative endeavors — or "facilitate" our creative work. THOUGHTS???? (This one's with the brilliant Vauhini Vara, whose work grapples with these questions in a way I've never seen before). Hopefully this week's piece on how A.I. keeps wasting my G-D time will spark some questions on your end. WOMEN'S FITNESS INDUSTRIAL COMPLEX. As our co-host Zoe Rom puts it: "Women are told they need to do fasting, creatine, lifting, fueling, and recovery differently than men. Sometimes the science backs it. More often the "different" is a marketing mechanism: invent a gendered problem, sell a gendered protocol, collect the markup." What's going on here? Where have you seen it, what pisses you off about it... take this wherever you'd like. HOW HAVING A FAMILY BECAME SO DAUNTING (and DIFFICULT). Anna Louie Sussman is coming on the pod to talk about her incredible new book on the feeling of "impossibility" when it comes to contemporary family. We can talk about fertility, cost, equal partnership, affordability, safety, climate grief, so many things. Anything you need advice for/want musings about for the AAA segment. You can ask about anything — it's literally the name of the segment. Join the ranks of paid subscribers and get bonus content, access to the discussion threads, ad-free episodes, and the knowledge that you're supporting an indie pod trying to make its way in the world.Got a question to submit, a prompt for Ask Anne Anything, or an idea for a future episode? Tell us here.Catch up on everything else happening in the Culture Study universe here.Transcripts will be available here within 24 hours of publishing. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

So many of us look forward to the summer season of reading and writing: longer days that could equate to longer stretches of reading, bright skies and patches of sunshine that invite writing in nature and the pace of the season that makes everything feel a bit less rushed and a bit more to enjoy. But sometimes, the summer reading season can become hijacked by goals: reading a certain number of books, writing across a certain number of pages, keeping up with all the beautiful people on Instagram who seem to read and write MUCH more you do and even have time to create beautiful posts about it. Today's episode is about reclaiming our summer reading and writing season and embracing tiny, restorative reading and writing rituals over setting metrics-based (even if all in good fun!) goals and outcomes. Here's what you'll find inside:First, we'll talk about why these tiny rituals are so important to our wellbeing and I'll offer a few guiding questions to consider as you plan for own summer season of reading, writing and living. Reflect silently, talk in the air or grab your notebook, if you can. Here they are:* What kind of reading/writing life do I want to have?* What helps me feel grounded?* When do I feel most like myself?* What tiny practice could support me in feeling this way?Then, I'll share a simple framework for creating tiny rituals of our own. Here's a sneak peek into what it is:time + place + tiny practice + feeling= restorative reading and writing ritualsHere are two examples:* After dinner, I'll sit outside for 10 minutes and read to end my day feeling calm.* When I wake up, I'll sit at my kitchen table with a cup of coffee and write in my notebook to feel present and intentional for the day ahead.This episode is exactly what you need to welcome a season of true restoration made possible through reading and writing in ways that work for you and feel really good, too. But there's more. =)If you're a member of my private Restorative Reading & Writing Circle here on Substack, then you're getting more in just a few days: a printable to walk you through creating tiny restorative rituals for yourself this summer. Here it is!Once you've listened, I'd love to know what YOUR tiny, restorative reading and writing rituals are. Share them in the comments and let's help each other celebrate them!Let's Work Together!I love to connect with others around our shared love of reading and writing.Here are some ways we can work together to create a life you love where restorative reading and writing is at the center of it all:

Summer is here, as is the Novi Public Library's Summer Reading Program! Join Damon and our Library's Director Julie Farkas as they lay out how to engage as you work through some good books this summer.novilibrary.org/summerreading

Plus: What to see, hear, and do in Las Vegas this week.

In this week's edition of the 23 Podcast, Fr. Jeff and Parker both admit to one another that they are occasionally bad at making time for reading, but this is something that they will both challenge themselves to do more, this summer especially. Also, the Gospel reading for this week is read and unpacked to conclude the show, as always. Listen now for your weekly dose of faith and fun!

In this episode of YMU, Danny, Isaiah, Josh, and Rebecca discuss how various books and authors have deepened their faith, as well as books they most recommend to youth ministers and students. With schools out for the summer, having extra resources such as reading suggestions for students, is a great way to continue to minister to your students and leaders even if many of them are traveling for the summer months. Best New Books For Youth Ministers: Rooted's 2025 Book Awards - Rooted Ministry Best New Books for Teenagers: Rooted 2025 Book Awards - Rooted Ministry Preparing for College - Rooted Ministry 10ofThose.com - Great resource to buy books in bulk orders Foundational Books for Leaders Josh Hussung: The Pursuit of Holiness (Jerry Bridges): Provided categories for understanding the battle against sin; now a required read for his interns. The Dangerous Duty of Delight (John Piper): A foundational text on finding joy in God as a means of glorifying Him. Isaiah Marshall: Narrative of the Life of Frederick Douglass: Inspiring story of faith and justice despite immense suffering. Danny Kwon: Prodigal God (Tim Keller): Shifted perspective from the younger son to the older, legalistic son, helping him minister to those in a fundamentalist church context. Becca Heck: Prodigal God (Tim Keller): Pivotal read that introduced the full gospel of grace, countering a fundamentalist upbringing. Hinds' Feet on High Places (Hannah Hurnard): An allegorical journey of following the Good Shepherd through life's challenges. Recommended Books for Students Gifting Strategy: Becca Heck gifts graduating seniors a book with a personal note and a 5-year ""keep"" rule. Rationale: Accounts for students' spiritual growth during college, ensuring the book is available when they are ready for it. Josh Hussung: Mere Christianity (C.S. Lewis): Strong apologetics for Christian students. The Screwtape Letters (C.S. Lewis): Insightful allegory on spiritual warfare. Don't Waste Your Life (John Piper): A common graduation gift from his church, often appreciated more after college. Danny Kwon: Prodigal God (Tim Keller): Easy-to-read, thin, and non-intimidating for senior high students. Isaiah Marshall: The Wounded Healer (Henri Nouwen): Helps students embrace vulnerability and pain as a path to effective ministry. Ecclesiastes: Puts life's pursuits in perspective, revealing their meaninglessness apart from God. Becca Heck: Ragamuffin Gospel (Brennan Manning): Opened up a world of grace, especially for students from sheltered backgrounds. Prayer in the Night (Tish Harrison Warren): A solid resource for processing grief, relevant for students facing major life transitions. Life of the Beloved (Henri Nouwen): A small book on understanding one's identity as a beloved child of God. The Art of Self-Forgetfulness (Tim Keller): A classic on humility. Follow the YMU podcast and download it wherever you find your podcasts Hosted by: Danny Kwon, author of Teenagers and Mental Health; Becca Heck, M. Div. from Reformed Theological Seminary; Isaiah Marshall, Rooted's Director of Ministry Development; and Josh Hussung, M. Div. in Pastor Studies from the Southern Baptist Theological Seminary.

Kicking off the 2026 Circulating Ideas Summer Reading Spectacular, Steve chats with humorist and librarian Hayley DeRoche, author of the new book, Dress Your Baby in Sage and Taupe: a Handbook for the Sad Beige Parent, about the “sad beige” parenting aesthetic, how a Werner Herzog joke went viral, the deeper cultural critique of consumerism … Continue reading 312: Dress Your Baby in Sage and Taupe by Hayley DeRoche – Summer Reading Spectacular 2026

The return of "What About?" Wednesdays! Text us your questions for apologist and pastor Robby Lashua!Today:There is no such thing as "settled science".  By its very definition, science cannot "prove" anything.  While it can "disprove" and show something to be false, the impetus of scientific methodology is to continue to accumulate observations and then classify that new information in such a way as to produce reliable predictions which, eventually, can become hypotheses.But, science is wont to continue collecting these observations -- if it is credible science, it must never stop -- and to account for those additional observations.So, why does the US National Park Service suggest that the Grand Canyon was formed over millions of years by erosion caused by the Colorado River when there is near unanimous agreement within the US Geologic Survey that such would not be possible?  Further, why is the US Geologic Survey content in reporting that the "millions and millions of years" narrative is not supported by the Canyon's geology?  "Unconformities are gaps in the geologic record that occur when rocks or sediments are eroded away and time elapses before new deposition occurs. New sediment eventually forms new rock layers on top of the eroded surface, but there is a period of geologic time that is not represented. You can think of unconformities as missing 'pages' in the book of the geologic record."Where did those pages go?  Or, is it possible that they were never written?Background:In the summer of 2016, the annual Crusaders Charge into Summer Reading campaign introduced us to Russ Miller, a storied and established Biblical creationist who lives, believe it or not, off-the-grid in a crater in northern Arizona.  If that were not crazy enough, during that summer, Miller introduced us to his book, "The Cost", and he made two audacious claims.First, Russ Miller claimed that the universe and all of creation was established by God in six 24-hour days, less than 10,000 years ago.  He claimed he had scientific and scriptural evidence to back up his claims.Second, Miller claimed that if our nation continued to deny God the creator and the concept of "Imago Dei" -- that we are created in the image and likeness of God, on purpose, and for a purpose -- our culture would go into a freefall, losing all concept of right and wrong, falling into chaos and disorder.We are paying what Miller called "The Cost" of losing track of who we are and whose we are.To learn more about Russ Miller and his organization, "Creation and Evolution Science Ministries", please follow this link.To get a copy of "Consider the Cost", you can pick up a free copy of the book in the three offices of Northwest Christian School in Phoenix, Arizona or you can order a copy by clicking here. "Kingdom Culture Conversations" is a podcast created by Northwest Christian School in Phoenix, Arizona.For more information on Northwest Christian School, visit:  https://www.ncsaz.org/To reach out to Geoff Brown, please email gbrown@ncsaz.org or you can reach him by cell phone:  (623)225-5573.

What do we mean by a “good book”? Some people choose a holiday read that demands time and attention. Others pick rip-roaring novels that require little thought. Our bookworms discuss whether art has to be improving to be praiseworthy, and give genre fiction some much-needed air time. This is a full list of the books mentioned in the show:“Pride and Prejudice” by Jane Austen“Red Rising” by Pierce BrownJack Reacher series by Lee Child“The Hunt for Red October” by Tom Clancy“Riders” and the other Rutshire chronicles by Jilly CooperDungeon Crawler Carl series by Matt Dinniman“Middlemarch” by George Eliot“Ulysses” by James Joyce“Wolf Hall” by Hilary Mantel“The Diamond Age” by Neal StephensonThe Murderbot series by Martha Wells “The Martian” by Andy Weir“American Wife” by Curtis SittenfeldGuests and host:Catherine Nixey, culture and Britain correspondentTom Standage, Economist deputy editorAlexandra Suich Bass, culture editorAlex Hern, AI writerRosie Blau, host of “The Intelligence”Topics covered: Fiction, romance, sci-fi, crime, thrillers, fantasy, romantasyJane Austen, Jilly Cooper, Curtis Sittenfeld, Lee ChildMatt Dinniman, Pierce Brown, Neal StephensonListen to what matters most, from global politics and business to science and technology—Subscribe to Economist Podcasts+For more information about how to access Economist Podcasts+, please visit our FAQs page or watch our video explaining how to link your account. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What do we mean by a “good book”? Some people choose a holiday read that demands time and attention. Others pick rip-roaring novels that require little thought. Our bookworms discuss whether art has to be improving to be praiseworthy, and give genre fiction some much-needed air time. This is a full list of the books mentioned in the show:“Pride and Prejudice” by Jane Austen“Red Rising” by Pierce BrownJack Reacher series by Lee Child“The Hunt for Red October” by Tom Clancy“Riders” and the other Rutshire chronicles by Jilly CooperDungeon Crawler Carl series by Matt Dinniman“Middlemarch” by George Eliot“Ulysses” by James Joyce“Wolf Hall” by Hilary Mantel“The Diamond Age” by Neal StephensonThe Murderbot series by Martha Wells “The Martian” by Andy Weir“American Wife” by Curtis SittenfeldGuests and host:Catherine Nixey, culture and Britain correspondentTom Standage, Economist deputy editorAlexandra Suich Bass, culture editorAlex Hern, AI writerRosie Blau, host of “The Intelligence”Topics covered: Fiction, romance, sci-fi, crime, thrillers, fantasy, romantasyJane Austen, Jilly Cooper, Curtis Sittenfeld, Lee ChildMatt Dinniman, Pierce Brown, Neal StephensonListen to what matters most, from global politics and business to science and technology—Subscribe to Economist Podcasts+For more information about how to access Economist Podcasts+, please visit our FAQs page or watch our video explaining how to link your account. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.