Best Whatshouldireadnext Podcasts (2025)

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Ep 505: Recs for a reader in search of "best in class" books 56:50

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We love unique reading projects around here, and today's guest has maintained hers since 2021. We're going to hear all about it and explore how she's adding a new twist for 2026. Kate Mosesso is a reader and improv comedian who lives and works in Chicago. She's a lifelong reader, and while she loves the stories on the page, she's an even bigger fan…

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Season 8, Episode 18: Re-Reading + How We've Changed For Good 1:04:24

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On this episode of Currently Reading, Kaytee and Meredith are discussing: Bookish Moments: book advent and making wood bookends Current Reads: all the great, interesting, and/or terrible stuff we've been reading lately Deep Dive: how Meredith and Kaytee have both changed for good due to the podcast and each other The Fountain: we visit our perfect …

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Ep 504: Niche and nerdy narrative nonfiction 48:10

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Historical fiction is a popular genre among many, but today's guest learned a lot about her reading life when she realized this genre wasn't for her! Today Anne is talking with Laura Howard, an Atlanta-area faculty developer and part-time university professor. She’s always seen reading as both a personal joy and a form of connection, whether with t…

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Season 8, Episode 17: New Bookcases + Reading Therapy w/Mary Heim 1:03:22

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On this episode of Currently Reading, Meredith and Mary are discussing: Bookish Moments: new bookcases and making space for new TBR Current Reads: all the great, interesting, and/or terrible stuff we've been reading lately Deep Dive: bookish therapy with Mary The Fountain: we visit our perfect fountain to make wishes about our reading lives Show no…

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Ep 503: Which cozy mysteries are right for me? 52:21

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Breaking into a new genre can feel intimidating. Today Anne is talking with a reader who is keen to explore cozy mysteries, but isn't sure where to begin. Amber Richcreek lives in Bellingham, Washington with her family, where she’s a pre-k teacher and enjoys baking and photography in her spare time. She’s also a lifelong reader and a fan of emotion…

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Season 8, Episode 16: Losing Track of Time + Our Book Club Recs 56:25

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On this episode of Currently Reading, Kaytee and Meredith are discussing: Bookish Moments: losing track of time reading and bookish vanity plates Current Reads: all the great, interesting, and/or terrible stuff we've been reading lately Deep Dive: books we think would make great book club picks The Fountain: we visit our perfect fountain to make wi…

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Ep 502: Choosing book gifts your friends will love 1:01:19

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We all know that book gifts are the best gifts, and today Anne is talking with a devoted reader who's come to the show looking for guidance on selecting great bookish gifts for the season to come. Meredith Amadee lives in Tucson, Arizona, where she works as a wedding photographer and hosts a book club that's come to play a big part in her life. Eve…

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Season 8, Episode 15: A Poem A Day + YOUR Top Reads 2019-2024 54:21

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On this episode of Currently Reading, Meredith and Kaytee are discussing: Bookish Moments: a poem a day + excitement over release days Current Reads: all the great, interesting, and/or terrible stuff we've been reading lately Deep Dive: we discuss your top books from 2019-2024 and draw the giveaway winner The Fountain: we visit our perfect fountain…

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A Journey to Three Pines - Episode 10: The Long Way Home 1:14:23

20d ago1:14:23

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We are so excited to journey with you to Three Pines, the fictional French-Canadian village created by Louise Penny for her Three Pines series, featuring Armand Gamache. This spin-off podcast series will tackle each of the books in the series in turn, in a spoiler-FILLED format. Be sure you've read the book before listening to the episode. As you'v…

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Ep 501: Crafting a personal curriculum for a lifelong learner 1:03:56

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When she discovered the idea of a personal curriculum, today's guest couldn't wait to apply this concept to her reading life. Amy St. Amand, a primary care clinical pharmacist from Rhode Island, wants to know a little bit about a whole lot of things. She's working to build a personal learning plan that encompasses a variety of her assorted interest…

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Season 8, Episode 14: Reading Merit Badges + Books We Recently Set Aside 1:05:54

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On this episode of Currently Reading, Kaytee and Meredith are discussing: Bookish Moments: audiobook samples and author shoutouts Current Reads: all the great, interesting, and/or terrible stuff we've been reading lately Deep Dive: books we've recently set aside and why The Fountain: we visit our perfect fountain to make wishes about our reading li…

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Ep 500: The little things that add up to a rich reading life 1:01:13

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Today marks a major milestone: the 500th episode of What Should I Read Next! To celebrate, Anne is joined by two guests today. First, you'll hear her in conversation with our What Should I Read Next Patreon Community Manager Shannan Malone as they explore what's new in our Patreon community space. Then, Anne welcomes one of our previous guests back…

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Season 8, Episode 13: Reading Too Much + Ranking Our #1 Reads In Years Past 56:50

1M ago56:50

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On this episode of Currently Reading, Meredith and Kaytee are discussing: Bookish Moments: 3D bookish printing and reading too many books at once Current Reads: all the great, interesting, and/or terrible stuff we've been reading lately Deep Dive: taking our top reads from each year 2019-2024 and ranking them The Fountain: we visit our perfect foun…

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Ep 499: Weird, nerdy, and totally delightful: our conversation with Kevin Wilson 1:05:16

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One of our favorite things to do in our Modern Mrs Darcy Book Club is connect with the authors we all love. Every so often we have the opportunity to share one of those conversations with all of you, too. Today you'll be hearing from Kevin Wilson, author of our 2025 Summer Reading Guide selection Run for the Hills and a writer we've long looked for…

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Season 8, Episode 12: Reading Mishaps + Travels and Book Buying 1:03:07

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On this episode of Currently Reading, Meredith and Kaytee are discussing: Bookish Moments: accidental reads and jumbled audiobooks Current Reads: all the great, interesting, and/or terrible stuff we've been reading lately Deep Dive: the way we buy books while traveling The Fountain: we visit our perfect fountain to make wishes about our reading liv…

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Ep 498: Books that feel like your favorite comfort TV shows 43:26

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Returning to favorite TV shows is a common stress management strategy. Today’s guest would love to find books that deliver the same soothing feelings she gets from re-watching her favorite comfort shows. Kayla King lives on a small-scale dairy and hobby farm in Spartansburg, Pennsylvania. A lifelong reader, Kayla's recently started to branch out fr…

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Season 8, Episode 11: Book Bundles + Books That Zigged When You Thought They'd Zag 1:00:55

1M ago1:00:55

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On this episode of Currently Reading, Kaytee and Roxanna are discussing: Bookish Moments: back to buddy reading and book bundles Current Reads: all the great, interesting, and/or terrible stuff we've been reading lately Deep Dive: books that surprised you all the way through The Fountain: we visit our perfect fountain to make wishes about our readi…

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Ep 497: The magic of bringing book lovers together 45:31

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Season 8, Episode 10: Squeeze Your Tenders + When Reading Gets Dangerous 56:46

2M ago56:46

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On this episode of Currently Reading, Kaytee and Meredith are discussing: Bookish Moments: bookish wishes coming true and picture books we love Current Reads: all the great, interesting, and/or terrible stuff we've been reading lately Deep Dive: Kaytee gets silly about how reading can be dangerous The Fountain: we visit our perfect fountain to make…

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Ep 496: Warm and inviting stories of hearth and home 53:57

2M ago53:57

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When the world feels heavy, many of us reach for books. Today's guest is looking for a specific style of comfort reads. Jemima Welsh is joining Anne today all the way from Brisbane, Australia, where she lives with her family and her pets, including four chickens named for the March sisters. Right now, Jemima is specifically looking for books that f…

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Season 8, Episode 9: Car-cuteries + Narrative POVs 58:38

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On this episode of Currently Reading, Meredith and Kaytee are discussing: Bookish Moments: car picnics and even more bookshelves! Current Reads: all the great, interesting, and/or terrible stuff we've been reading lately Deep Dive: all about narrative POVs - do they matter? do we like one more than the other? The Fountain: we visit our perfect foun…

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Ep 495: Fall Book Preview sneak peek 37:09

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,The team at MMD HQ has always been enthusiastic about fall reading. We shared our first Fall Book Preview back in 2019, and last week we released the seventh annual edition. Today, we’re sharing a sneak peek into this year's event that concludes with Anne describing the first three books in our literary and contemporary fiction category. Our Fall …

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Season 8, Episode 8: Wordy Card Games + All Things Pre-Order 1:00:38

2M ago1:00:38

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On this episode of Currently Reading, Kaytee and Meredith are discussing: Bookish Moments: movie adaptations and wordy card games Current Reads: all the great, interesting, and/or terrible stuff we've been reading lately Deep Dive: answering a listener question about all things pre-orders The Fountain: we visit our perfect fountain to make wishes a…

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Ep 494: Books brimming with creativity, philosophy, and grace 59:49

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Today we're diving into what feels like a particularly nerdy niche of the reading life as Anne is joined by an expert reader. Sarah Kellogg is a cover designer at a big five publisher, and today she and Anne are exploring what goes into the art of cover design. Sarah answers many of our burning questions and sheds light on some of the lesser known …

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Season 8, Episode 7: Small-Town Escapes + Reading - Why So Serious? 59:11

2M ago59:11

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On this episode of Currently Reading, Meredith and Kaytee are discussing: Bookish Moments: a budding book collector + a favorite book wins the Hugo Award Current Reads: all the great, interesting, and/or terrible stuff we've been reading lately Deep Dive: reading — why so serious? The Fountain: we visit our perfect fountain to make wishes about our…

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Ep 493: Books that take you on an epic journey 58:40

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Today's guest is facing a shift in her reading life now that she's an empty nester. Candice Brown-Murray lives in South Florida with her husband, children, and dogs. Her career in public relations keeps her very busy along with her hobbies like kayaking, travel, renovating a historic home, and of course, reading. Candice has always been a reader. S…

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Season 8, Episode 6: Octogenarians in the Spotlight + Diving into Reading Deeply 1:08:09

3M ago1:08:09

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On this episode of Currently Reading, Meredith and Kaytee are discussing: Bookish Moments: being told what to read by our past selves + insomnia reading on my kindle Current Reads: all the great, interesting, and/or terrible stuff we've been reading lately Deep Dive: how to read deeply The Fountain: we visit our perfect fountain to make wishes abou…

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Ep 492: Reflective nonfiction about finding your path 54:34

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We love fielding very specific readerly requests that will also appeal to a wide range of readers, and today's episode is just that. Lynn Bain describers herself as an accidental entrepreneur. While she loves to read a wide range of genres and styles, she's here today to get Anne's help in identifying good business books to read alongside her belov…

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Season 8, Episode 5: The 4th C: Relaxing Your Chestal Region + Boss My TBR 58:27

3M ago58:27

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On this episode of Currently Reading, Meredith and Kaytee are discussing: Bookish Moments: overflowing bookshelves + a fun way to count your finished reads Current Reads: all the great, interesting, and/or terrible stuff we've been reading lately Deep Dive: we are bossing some more TBRs The Fountain: we visit our perfect fountain to make wishes abo…

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Ep 491: Our team's best books of summer (Part 2) 39:03

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Today we're sharing Part 2 of our summer superlatives episode, featuring four more of our team members talking about the books they've loved most this season. Our executive producer Will Bogel joins Modern Mrs Darcy Book Club Community Manager Ginger Horton to talk about their favorite summer reads. Then, you'll hear from Modern Mrs Darcy Editor an…

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Season 8, Episode 4: Bookish Bling + Using AI to Improve Your Reading Life 1:15:43

3M ago1:15:43

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On this episode of Currently Reading, Kaytee and Roxanna are discussing: Bookish Moments: introducing book club friends to niche romance + romance-related jewelry Current Reads: all the great, interesting, and/or terrible stuff we've been reading lately Deep Dive: using AI as your bookish sidekick to improve your reading life The Fountain: we visit…

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Ep 490: Our team's best books of summer (Part 1) 39:01

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Readers, we’re back today with an annual tradition we know so many of you look forward to, as our team joins Anne to talk about their favorite books of the summer and what’s happening in their reading lives right now. As always, our team’s range of reading tastes ensures we share titles from a wide range of genres and styles that will appeal to all…

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Season 8, Episode 3: Let There Be Light + Avoiding Book Amnesia 56:55

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On this episode of Currently Reading, Meredith and Kaytee are discussing: Bookish Moments: bookstore romance day + let there be a reading light Current Reads: all the great, interesting, and/or terrible stuff we've been reading lately Deep Dive: advice on avoiding bookish amnesia The Fountain: we visit our perfect fountain to make wishes about our …

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Ep 489: The satisfaction of sinking into a good book 1:05:15

4M ago1:05:15

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Today's guest isn't only a reader with a specific readerly conundrum, she is also a beloved author. Anne has recommended Julie Berry's work to several past guests, and Julie also joined us over in the Modern Mrs. Darcy Book Club back in 2020. Today, she's here to talk with Anne about writing and discovering smart books with big heart. They also div…

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Season 8, Episode 2: Reader Roulette + Our Assigned Summer Reading 1:02:26

4M ago1:02:26

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On this episode of Currently Reading, Meredith and Kaytee are discussing: Bookish Moments: devoting unexpected extra time on morning reading + journaling and embracing chaotic reading with reader roulette Current Reads: all the great, interesting, and/or terrible stuff we've been reading lately Deep Dive: we circle back to the summer reads we assig…

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Ep 488: Reading goals that are just lofty enough 59:35

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Novels featuring an ensemble cast of characters and multiple points of view are a favorite for today's guest, and she'd love Anne's help in finding more of this particular type of reading experience. Olivia Haber Greenwood is joining Anne from Barcelona, where she's lived for the past seven years working as a copywriter and freelance journalist. Ol…

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Season 8, Episode 1: Deciding Once + What We Did On Our Summer Break 54:14

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On this episode of Currently Reading, Meredith and Kaytee are discussing: Bookish Moments: reading with a partner and making lazy genius decisions about your reading life Current Reads: all the great, interesting, and/or terrible stuff we've been reading lately Deep Dive: we are reviewing our summer break The Fountain: we visit our perfect fountain…

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Ep 487: Sci-fi, fantasy, and a sense of possibility 53:50

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Today's guest has joined Anne in conversation on the podcast before, but now our media production specialist Holly Wielkoszewski is in the spotlight as they explore her evolving reading tastes and her favorite genres of science fiction and fantasy. Holly splits her time between New Mexico, where she and her husband are building an Earthship, and tr…

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Ep 486: Setting-driven stories, accidental reading themes, and winning characters 1:00:46

4M ago1:00:46

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Ellen Heath, a reader from the Atlanta area, shares Anne's passion for urban planning, but that's not all they talk about today. Ellen is looking for immersive settings, characters she can connect with, and books that might even teach her something, and Anne has ideas! Ellen and Anne also talk about her Ellen's interesting and unique method for cho…

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Season 7, Episode 50: Best of Season 7 33:48

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On this episode of Currently Reading, Meredith and Kaytee are finishing up season seven with a look back and a look forward! Season Seven In Review: interesting stats, regrets, and exciting upcoming content! Show notes are time-stamped below for your convenience. Read the transcript of the episode (this link only works on the main site) . . . . . 1…

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Season 7, Episode 49: The Listener Press! 52:46

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On this episode of Currently Reading, Meredith and Kaytee are discussing: Listener Presses: This year we have 20 fantastic titles from our listeners. Our TBRs exploded, and we hope yours do too! Show notes are time-stamped below for your convenience. Read the transcript of the episode (this link only works on the main site) . . . . . 1:54 - Your Li…

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Ep 485: A midyear reading check-in 57:52

5M ago57:52

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A midyear reading check-in has become a small tradition around here, and today Anne is welcoming team member Shannan Malone back to the podcast. Today, you'll hear Anne and Shannan dive into the history of this practice before exploring how this year’s been going so far, what they're each excited about, and what’s working (and not working) in each …

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Season 7, Episode 48: Our 2025 Group Show! 1:05:00

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On this episode of Currently Reading, Meredith and Kaytee are joined by show regulars Roxanna and Mary and they are discussing: Unique or Shared!: We give you a statement that may make us either unique or shared, and discuss! Show notes are time-stamped below for your convenience. Read the transcript of the episode (this link only works on the main…

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Ep 484: A summer to slow down and sink into what you love 46:11

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Today's guest is looking for ways to slow down and sink into what she loves most as she plans her summer of reading. Chelsea Siler is an early childhood special education teacher in Tacoma, Washington. She's often found reading to be a source of joy, escape, and growth, and she'd like these positive experiences to be reflected in her reading select…

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Season 7, Episode 47: Reading Life Temp Check + Pressing Books Into Each Other's Hands 1:01:47

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On this episode of Currently Reading, Meredith and Kaytee are discussing: Bookish Moments: readerly badges and DNFing books Current Reads: all the great, interesting, and/or terrible stuff we've been reading lately Deep Dive: we check in on our reading lives and press book into the other's hands The Fountain: we visit our perfect fountain to make w…

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Ep 483: Help me find my new go-to summer author! 1:02:42

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We often discuss auto-buy authors and completist authors around here, and today's guest is a completist on a mission to discover her new favorite summer author. Stephanie Edwards-Gass is a seventh-grade English teacher and an Elin Hilderbrand completist. For years, she's turned to Hilderbrand's novels for summer reading satisfaction. She's read (an…

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Season 7, Episode 46: Witchy Names + All About Morning Reading 1:01:18

5M ago1:01:18

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On this episode of Currently Reading, Kaytee and Meredith are discussing: Bookish Moments: reading at the beach and sisterly bookish tattoos Current Reads: all the great, interesting, and/or terrible stuff we've been reading lately Deep Dive: all the ins and outs of morning reading The Fountain: we visit our perfect fountain to make wishes about ou…

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Ep 482: Diving into evocative ocean reads 50:25

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We always love reading on a theme, and today's guest would love to see her real-life love of the ocean mirrored in the pages of her books. Noelle Leong is a science and medicine-focused librarian at a small liberal arts college. She especially loves her work for the opportunities it provides her to join the students on trails and visiting tidepools…

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Season 7, Episode 45: Send Your Listener Press + Summer Is For The Youths 57:29

5M ago57:29

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On this episode of Currently Reading, Kaytee and Mary are discussing: Bookish Moments: local bookish get togethers and summer reading Current Reads: all the great, interesting, and/or terrible stuff we've been reading lately Deep Dive: why middle grade and YA are perfect reads for summer The Fountain: we visit our perfect fountain to make wishes ab…

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Ep 481: A reading life that comes in waves 48:26

6M ago48:26

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Nonfiction books often change the way that readers see the world, and today's guest Evan Carlson is on the hunt for fiction that packs the same punch as the nonfiction works he loves. Evan's joining Anne from Chicago, where he lives and works as an actor and poet. He's found that reading poetry and nonfiction helps him challenge his ways of thinkin…