Best Kate Robb Podcasts (2025)

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#26: Why Kate Robb Writes Magical Realism Romances 59:14

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This week on Off The Shelf, Morgann sits down with Kate Robb to chat about how this Canadian rom-com queen crafts the best magical realism worlds. From “This Spells Love” to “Kitty St. Clair’s Last Dance”, the two dive into how these books (and their character names) came to be… CHAPTERS: 0:00 Hamilton, ON 2:41 What was Kate reading growing up 4:25…

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#27 Justin Wu on Directing Sidelined and What Comes Next 47:22

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This week on Off The Shelf, Morgann sits down with Justin Wu, the director of Sidelined: The QB and Me and Sidelined 2: Intercepted. Justin opens up about his early draw to the arts, breaks down how he discovered Sidelined, the process of adapting a book and if we can expect a THIRD movie? CHAPTERS: 0:00 Introduction 0:55 Justin’s draw to the arts …

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$18K Brand Deals, Burnout, Boundaries: We Answer Your JUICIEST Creator Questions (Unfiltered Q&A) 42:50

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In this no-filter Q&A episode, Kate Robb and Teanna go deep into the questions creators are actually asking — from shady brand deal contracts to their most surprising "I made it" moments. Whether you're a beginner UGC creator or scaling your influencer business, this episode is packed with real-talk strategies, creator money wins, and a behind-the-…

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What to Charge as a Content Creator: The 4R Pricing Framework for Brand Deals 50:17

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Pricing your content shouldn't feel like pulling numbers out of thin air. In this episode of Accidentally Influential, Teanna and Kate get into the exact details of how to price your brand partnerships — and finally answer the question we know you're all asking: 👉 "What should I charge for a brand deal?" We're breaking down: Why pricing feels so ha…

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#25: How Ghostwriting Led to a Romance Empire with Cara Bastone 51:51

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This week on Off The Shelf, Morgann sits down with Cara Bastone to chat all things romance and audiobooks! The two discuss how Cara transitioned from ghostwriting to writing her own romance novels to becoming an Audible Originals author. Cara also shares the difference in writing romance for physical novels vs. audiobooks and what some of her favou…

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The 5C Pitch Method: How to Get Brands to Say YES (Fast) 40:16

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If you've ever typed out a pitch email not knowing what the heck you're doing, mayyybe thought it was a little cringe, only to be ghosted by the brand — this one's for you. Whether you're an educator-turned-creator, a UGC strategist, or someone sitting on a small-but-mighty audience that loves your recommendations… pitching brands is no longer opti…

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Episode 14 Breaking the Silence on Money with Michell Hobart 45:09

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In this episode of The Mama's Village Podcast - CT, host Abby Hartley speaks with financial advisor Michelle Hobart about the importance of discussing money openly, especially in relationships and with children. They explore the concept of 'money silence' and its impact on personal and familial relationships, as well as practical financial strategi…

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#24: How Tessa Bailey Keeps Her Writing Fresh After 69 Books 53:06

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From steamy banter to loveable blue-collar heroes, Tessa Bailey sits down with Morgann to talk about how she keeps her writing fresh across dozens of bestselling novels, why she gravitates toward opposites-attract love stories, and how she balances heart, humour, and heat. We talk TikTok's impact on romance publishing, dialling back the dirty talk …

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5 Green Flags for Brand Deals That Don't Suck (& How to Land Partnerships That Pay You What You're Worth) 40:41

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Episode Summary: If you've ever wondered how to land brand partnerships that actually feel good... the kind that pay fairly, align with your content, and let you keep your creative freedom... this episode of Accidentally Influential is your new go-to guide. Hosts Teanna Scot and Kate Robb are breaking down the 5 green flags of a great brand deal, s…

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EPISODE 13 Lauren Barnett 35:39

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In this episode of the Mama's Village Podcast, host Abby Hartley interviews Lauren Barnett, a mental health professional and author of 'Don't Tell My Mom That I Love Her.' They discuss Lauren's journey in the mental health field, her experiences working with adolescents, and the inspiration behind her book. The conversation delves into the challeng…

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#23: The Ultimate Romance Audiobook Guide 22:51

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This week on Off The Shelf, Morgann shares her favourite romance audiobooks from swoony classics to laugh-out-loud romcoms to sweeping romantasy worlds. Here’s what we dive into: Classics, reimagined: How Audible’s Pride and Prejudice full-cast performance breathes new life into Darcy, Lizzy, and every swoon-worthy moment. Modern love on audio: Why…

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Why Engagement Beats Followers (And How We Land Brand Deals Without Huge Audiences) 35:26

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Let's be honest: if you've ever found yourself saying, "I'll pitch brands when I have more followers," this episode is for you. We've both been there ...scrolling TikTok, watching creators with 100K+ audiences do paid partnerships and wondering when (or if) we'd ever be "big enough." But here's the truth no one told us early on: follower count is n…

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Episode 12: Ashley Langer 33:52

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In this episode of the Mama's Village Podcast - CT, host Abby Hartley interviews Ashley Langer, a networking expert and entrepreneur who recently launched a heated vest product called Hot Tommies. Ashley shares her journey from event planning to product development, discusses the importance of building an online community, and offers insights into …

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#22: How Writing 'After' Took Anna Todd From Wattpad to Hollywood 59:33

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From writing After on Wattpad to producing major adaptations, Anna Todd joins Off The Shelf to talk about her evolution as a writer, producer, and storyteller. We dive into what it was really like to produce ‘After’, the fuel behind starting Frayed Pages Media, and why storytelling still feels personal after global success. Plus, Anna reveals some …

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Accidentally Influential: The Journey Begins 26:47

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We didn't start out trying to become "influencers." In fact, we hated the term. But one viral TikTok, a few unexpected DMs, and some very naive pricing decisions later… we realized we were leaving real money on the table. In this juicy first episode, we're pulling back the curtain on our edu-creator origin stories, the brand deals we fumbled (and t…

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Trailer 1:14

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Accidentally Influential is the show for EDUcreators, experts, and business owners who never set out to be "influencers"… but built influence anyway. Hosted by Kate Robb and Teanna Scot, we've grown a 479K+ audience and landed over half a million in brand deals; now we're pulling back the curtain on how YOU can turn your authority into income. From…

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Episode 11: Dr. Andrea Gillis, DO 40:25

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In this episode of the Mama's Village Podcast, host Abigail Hartley speaks with Dr. Andrea Gillis, an osteopathic physician, about the unique aspects of family medicine and the holistic approach of osteopathy. They discuss the importance of personalized patient care, the role of manual medicine, and the challenges of misinformation in health. Dr. G…

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#21: Joss Richard's Guide to Writing a Debut Novel 38:49

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From producing Emmy-recognized content in Hollywood to writing her very first novel, Joss Richard joins Off The Shelf! We talk about her journey from Toronto to LA, working on The Ellen Show, Netflix, and Hello Sunshine — and how she went from producing celebrity interviews to publishing her debut romance! CHAPTERS: 0:00 Introduction and Release da…

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Episode 10: Understanding Child Behaviors with Mary Kate Robb 48:49

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In this Episode, Abby sits down with LCSW and founder of The Parent Child Wellness Center, Mary Kate Robb, to discuss the challenges of parenting particularly focusing on emotional outbursts in children and the importance of understanding their behavior through the lens of nervous system responses. They explore various parenting techniques, the sig…

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#20: Elsie Silver Reveals the Inspiration Behind Rose Hill 51:56

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This week on Off The Shelf, Morgann sits down with Elsie Silver, the author behind the bestselling Chestnut Springs and Rose Hill series — and the upcoming Fever Dream. From single-dad romances to emotional healing, Elsie opens up about her writing process, living on the West Coast, and the moment she found out Chestnut Springs is coming to Netflix…

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Episode 9: Navigating Digital Wellness for Kids 47:25

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In this episode of the Mama's Village Podcast, host Abby Hartley engages with Tory Donohue, the digital wellness lead for Fairfield PTAC, to discuss the pressing issue of digital wellness for children. We explore the consequences of early cell phone use, the importance of digital health, and the initiatives being taken at both institutional and com…

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Episode 8: Parenting Styles and Beyond 1:01:42

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In this episode, I sit down with 4 local moms who are all educators in some capacity and talk about all the different parenting styles. We dive into gentle parenting, Authoritative parenting and attachment parenting. It's so great to hear everyone's perspective. This conversation is for the seasoned moms as well as new moms. You don't want to miss …

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#19: From Forensics to Dark Romance: Brynne Weaver’s Journey 49:53

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This week on Off The Shelf, Morgann sits down with Brynne Weaver, the dark romance powerhouse behind Butcher & Blackbird and the upcoming Tourist Season. From neuroscience labs to bestselling novels, Brynne’s journey is anything but ordinary. The two get into how TikTok helped write Butcher & Blackbird and where production is at on the adaptation. …

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Episode 7: Jess McCormack 44:33

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Episode 7 with Jess McCormack, the owner of Fairfield Moms, a local moms network franchise that focuses on all things Fairfield events, businesses and things to do around Fairfield. She knows it all when it comes to hidden gems and having fun. We dive into building a business from scratch, how to make guests feel special at an event and her favorit…

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#18: Everything We Know About Lauren Roberts' Next Book! 1:04:21

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She’s back! Our first repeat guest, Lauren Roberts, joins Morgann on Off The Shelf to catch up on everything—from Fearful lore and behind-the-scenes author life to bookish AITA debates and what’s next for the Powerless TV adaptation. We talk Mara’s name, POVs that didn’t make the cut, burnout, shower thoughts for future books, and all the chaos in …

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Episode 6: Sue Gabriel and Brittani D'Andrea 51:51

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Episode 6 of The Mama's Village Podcast - CT Sue Gabriel and Brittani discuss 5 ways to bullet proof your marriage, The Gottman Method and Co-parenting during divorce so you stay out of court and save your money. You don't want to miss this one!By hartleyabby

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#17: How Hannah Bonam-Young Turns Real Life Into Romance 1:04:55

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This week on Off The Shelf, Morgann sits down with Hannah Bonam-Young, author of Out on a Limb and the recently released People Watching. With People Watching releasing on September 9th, they catch up on life, writing, and all the little moments in between (including Taylor Swift’s engagement and how big a deal Halloween is…) The two also dive into…

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Episode 5: Hollis Hardiman, Wealth Manager 41:19

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In this episode of The Mama's Village Podcast - CT, Hollis, a wealth manager that specializes in women going through divorce, gives good financial tips to women in both healthy marriages and for those thinking about filing for Divorce. This is an important topic that doesn't always get discussed in social circles. It's time to talk about it. You do…

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#16: Why Jasmine Mas Left Big Law to Become an Author 57:02

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We’re kicking off Season 2 with New York Times bestselling author Jasmine Mas! From law school horror stories and Greek mythology deep-dives, Jasmine shares the winding journey that led her from studying ancient classics and playing field hockey to writing Blood of Hercules and beyond. CHAPTERS: 00:00 Introduction & NEW studio! 3:10 Hi from NYC 5:0…

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Episode 4: Cara Zelas Founder, Big World of Little Dude 32:50

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Discover how Social Emotional Learning at home can help children with the back to school jitters plus other anxious behaviors. Cara Zelas is the founder of Big World of Little Dude, a SEL curriculum for teachers and parents and shares some helpful tips and ways to connect with little ones ages 4-7. This is a great episode you won't want to miss!…

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EPISODE 3: GEORGETTE "G" PASCALE 40:08

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Georgette and Abby discuss her brand Be Your Own G, some amazing Fairfield County Hidden Gems, what we're reading and how to have your own back when starting your own business or parenting your teenage kids. Her energy is contagious and motivating! You don't want to miss it!By hartleyabby

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EPISODE 2: Jennifer Mann, LCSW 44:39

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EPISODE 2: JENNIFER MANN Jennifer is the founder of Jennifer Mann therapy and an expert on motherhood and life transitions for women. We talk about how to give a place for worries without spiraling. We also talk CBT and EMDR. Check out this episode for some Fairfield County, CT hidden gems and things to watch.…

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EPISODE 1: Christine Gifis + Brittany Parrillo 46:32

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Episode 1: Host Abby Hartley is joined by guests Christine Gifis and Brittany Parrillo to discuss the best hidden gems in Fairfield County, what they're watching and listening to, and how to find yourself again in motherhood.By hartleyabby

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#15: The Ultimate Summer Reading Guide 44:11

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This week on OFF THE SHELF, Morgann shares the best summer reads to soak up dockside, poolside, or anywhere in between. In this season one finale, she reflects on the highs, the learning curves, and the magic of chatting with three incredible authors this season. With 15 episodes under her belt, Morgann wraps things up with her top 7 summer book re…

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#14: Behind the Scenes of the We Were Liars Set with Snarky Marky 42:25

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This week on Off The Shelf, we’re doing a deep dive into We Were Liars—the bestselling book turned series that’s as haunting as it is addictive. Morgann is joined by Mark, who visited the set of the new adaptation alongside her, and they unpack everything from meeting E. Lockhart to what it was really like behind the scenes of a film set (thanks pr…

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#13: The Best Book Adaptations with Carter Sullivan 53:07

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In this week's episode, Morgann hangs out with one of her best friends and certified bookworm, Carter Sullivan, for a very fun, very unfiltered chat. They swap current reads, gush over upcoming releases they’re dying to get their hands on, and each share five books that totally define them as readers. There’s a chaotic round of bookish “Would You R…

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#12: How 1 Viral Video Changed Everything with The Bookish Animator 47:46

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In this episode of Off The Shelf, Morgann is joined by the incredibly talented Julia, also known as The Bookish Animator, whose work has captivated the online reading community. Julia takes us through her journey into animation—from picking up her first pencil to unexpectedly blowing up on social media. She shares what it’s really like navigating t…

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#11: The Romance Book That Broke Me [BOOK CLUB] 47:40

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In this episode, Morgann dives into the book that made her cry—twice. From the moment she read the first line ("This baby will not stop judging me"), she knew it was going to be good. This isn't just a tearjerker—it's a slow-burning friends-to-lovers story wrapped in grief, healing, and unexpected moments of joy (and armpit hair appreciation). Morg…

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#10: The BEST Summer Romance Book with Carley Fortune 48:55

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In this episode of Off The Shelf, Morgann sits down with bestselling author Carley Fortune to talk about the moment that led her to quit her job to become an author, how she crafted the characters we’ve all fallen in love with, and the real story behind her newest novel One Golden Summer. They dive into early writing struggles, the moment she found…

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#9: Which Emily Henry Book Actually Deserves the Hype? 53:30

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With the recent release of Emily Henry's new novel, Great Big Beautiful Life, Morgann dives into all of her books—breaking down the swoons, the slow burns, and the standouts. Expect honest opinions, personal rankings, and a rundown of which ones are worth the hype (and which ones you might want to skip). Whether you're a longtime fan or just Emily-…

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#8: How the Powerless Trilogy Was Created (and what's next) with Lauren Roberts 1:06:00

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Sit down with Morgann and Lauren Roberts for a raw, hilarious, and revealing deep dive into the Powerless universe—how she wrote the viral fantasy at just 18, the unexpected path to a book deal, and why fans didn’t get that first kiss until Reckless. They spill behind-the-scenes secrets, react to spicy bookish hot takes (yes, even the hardcover deb…

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#7: The Ending I Didn't See Coming... [BOOK CLUB] 1:13:22

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Welcome to the book club. In this solo deep-dive, Morgann shares her initial (and very bold) theories, the reveals that threw her off track, and the romantic undercurrent she didn’t see coming. Whether you loved the dual timelines or were confused by the 14-year span, there’s something here for every book club brain. Plus: favourite quotes, hot tak…

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#6: The Secret to Writing REAL Romance with Abby Jimenez 1:06:29

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In this episode of Off The Shelf, Morgann sits down with bestselling author Abby Jimenez to talk about writing entire novels on her phone and the unexpected places inspiration strikes. From her viral TikTok quotes to her honest portrayal of anxiety in Yours Truly, Abby shares the behind-the-scenes of crafting stories that make readers laugh, cry, a…

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#5: The Reality of Being a Bookish Creator with Madison Kait 1:01:35

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Today, Morgann finally finds out what Magnolia Parks is all about and where to start in the Olivie Blake universe. Join her and Madison as they dive into all the books that made Madison become a reader & bookish content creator over the last couple of years. 0:00 - 09:57 Madison's top 5 books 09:58 - 16:35 Magnolia Parks 16:36 - 32:17 Misc. Book Ta…

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#4: How Sunrise on the Reaping Changed EVERYTHING with Mark 50:02

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Sit down with Morgann and Mark for a cozy, bookish catch-up as they dive into their current favourite reads. From the hype around Sunrise on the Reaping to early thoughts on Carley Fortune’s upcoming novel, they’re chatting on everything that's been living rent-free in their bookish brains. Plus, if you’ve been curious about getting into literary f…

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#3: The Best Book Club Picks 36:21

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Looking to join a book club? You're in the right spot - Welcome to The Bookish Club. In this week's episode, we dive into all of our previous book club picks since the club was created last July. Why we chose it, what we enjoyed, what we didn't -- this episode has got you covered on which ones you should start first! Moving forward, the last episod…

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#2: The Best and Worst #BookTok Books with Paige and Molly 58:27

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POV you're talking about books with your best friends. In this episode, we're diving into all our favourite books over the years! From the spiciest books we've read to the sweetest, you'll walk away with a whole new list of books to get dive into. At the end, we also surprise Paige with a book she's been talking about since November... Stay around …

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#1: The Books That Made Me A Reader 44:58

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Welcome to your new favourite podcast :) In our FIRST ever episode, I'm talking about all the books that turned me into a reader — from the ones that made me fall in love with stories as a kid to the unforgettable reads that kept me up way too late (and maybe freaked me out a little lol). Whether it’s the chaotic dystopian era, the romantasy books …

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Off The Shelf - Trailer 0:43

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Welcome to Off The Shelf – your backstage pass to the book world. Each week, Morgann Book (yes, that’s her actual last name) sits down with the authors you know and love. They discuss their wild inspirations, random writing quirks, and the scenes they’ll never forget writing. New episodes release every Thursday, available wherever you get your podc…