Book Barn Book Club

Melissa joins Lanie as co-host for this special episode of the Book Barn Book Club Podcast! Together, they interview author and musician David Deane Haskell about the books he loves, the music he plays, and the books he writes.

Join us for a conversation about books, music, writing, healing, science fiction, and the stories that have shaped David’s life. 

Books Mentioned

•Harry Potter by JK Rowling 

•The Three-Body Problem by Cixin Liu

•Slaughterhouse-Five by Kurt Vonnegut

•The Andromeda Strain by Michael Crichton

•Jurassic Park by Michael Crichton

•Emergence by David Deane Haskell

•Inner Child Unleashed by David Deane Haskell 

•The Vibrants by David Deane Haskell

Authors Mentioned

•Isaac Asimov

•Arthur C. Clarke

•Michael Crichton

Legend Mentioned

•Dolly Parton

TV Shows Mentioned

•The Brady Bunch

•Star Trek

Movies Mentioned

• Star Wars

About our author, David Deane Haskell 

https://daviddeanehaskell.com 

https://books2read.com/woundedangels

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In this episode of the Book Barn Book Club Podcast, Lanie is joined by special guest Amy to dive into We Who Will Die by Stacia Stark! We’re talking about sigils, characters, unexpected twists, and  about those characters we’d love to meet, and the ones we’re perfectly happy to keep on the page! We also make predictions for the sequel.

Books mentioned in this episode:

•We Who Will Die by Stacia Stark

•Black Beauty by Anna Sewell

•The Great Gatsby by F. Scott Fitzgerald

•The Mad Wife by Meagan Church

•The Perfect Couple by Elin Hilderbrand

•The Island Club by Nicola Harrison

•Throne of Glass by Sarah J. Maas

•The Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins

•Twilight by Stephenie Meyer

•Fourth Wing by Rebecca Yarros

•The Devils by Joe Abercrombie

•Harry Potter by J. K. Rowling

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In this episode, I’m joined by my good friends Teri and Karin to talk about The Extraordinary Deaths of Mrs. Kip by Sara Brunsvold—a book Karin recommended to us, and one we all absolutely loved.

If you’ve read The Extraordinary Deaths of Mrs. Kip, come listen as we share what we loved about it. And if you haven’t read it yet, consider this your invitation to add it to your TBR! It is gold!

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In this episode, I’m joined by my good friend Lynn to discuss our July book club pick, Project Hail Mary by Andy Weir. We had a great time diving into the story, sharing our favorite moments, and talking about what worked, and what didn’t. While I absolutely loved the book, Lynn wasn’t quite as enthusiastic, which made for a fun conversation with different perspectives. I hope you enjoy listening in on our discussion!

Books Mentioned

•It’s Not Her by Mary Kubica

•The Calamity Club by Kathryn Stockett

•Jesus and the Jewish Roots of Mary: Unveiling the Mother of the Messiah by Brant Pitre

•Jesus and the Jewish Roots of the Eucharist: Unlocking the Secrets of the Last Supper by Brant Pitre

•Atmosphere by Taylor Jenkins Reid

•Project Hail Mary by Andy Weir

•The Martian by Andy Weir

Movies Mentioned

•Project Hail Mary

•The Martian

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 Welcome to the 50th episode of the Book Barn Book Club Podcast! Reaching this milestone is something to celebrate, and I can't think of a more fitting book than Theo of Golden. Filled with hope, faith, compassion, and unforgettable characters, this story reminds us of the extraordinary difference one life can make.

Joining me for this special celebration are four wonderful friends, Jo, Annette, Gina and Lasha. A very special welcome also goes to my granddaughter, Alaina Kay, who helps make this milestone episode even more memorable.

Whether you've been listening since Episode 1 or you've just discovered the Book Barn Book Club Podcast, thank you for being part of this incredible journey. Here's to 50 episodes of great books, meaningful conversations, wonderful guests, and many more chapters to come!

Books mentioned in this episode:

• Theo of Golden by Allen Levi
  
  
  
  
  
   

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In this episode of the Book Barn Book Club Podcast, Lanie is joined by special guest Melissa for a conversation about two very different books. Together, they discuss Educated by Tara Westover, a powerful memoir about resilience, self-discovery, and the life-changing impact of education. They also dive into One Golden Summer by Carley Fortune, a heartfelt contemporary novel filled with nostalgia, romance, and summer charm.

Along the way, Melissa shares some memorable advice from her dad inspired by the movie Legally Blonde and talks about The Let Them Theory by Mel Robbins, along with Robbins' podcast, which encourages listeners to stop worrying about what they can't control and focus their energy on what they can.

Whether you enjoy memoirs, contemporary fiction, or personal growth books, this episode offers thoughtful discussion, relatable insights, and plenty of book-loving conversation.

Books & Media Mentioned:

• Educated by Tara Westover
• One Golden Summer by Carley Fortune
• The Let Them Theory by Mel Robbins
• The Mel Robbins Podcast

Legally Blonde (movie) 

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In this episode of the Book Barn Book Club Podcast, I’m joined by my friend Angela and her daughter Hannah, one of my former students, for a fun conversation about books. We share what we’ve been reading lately before taking a deeper dive into The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo.

Books mentioned:
• The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo by Taylor Jenkins Reid
• Unfortunately Yours by Tessa Bailey
• The D.C. Stars series by Chelsea Curto
• Twice by Mitch Albom
• Romeo and Juliet by William Shakespeare
• The Great Gatsby by F. Scott Fitzgerald
• Of Mice and Men by John Steinbeck
• The Scarlet Letter by Nathaniel Hawthorne
• Great Expectations by Charles Dickens

Authors mentioned:
• Lucy Score
• Susan Mallery

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Welcome back to the Book Barn! I’m so thankful my friends Teri and Karin joined me for this episode as we discussed My Friends by Fredrik Backman. It’s a heartfelt story about friendship, art, healing, and the ways people leave lasting marks on our lives. We also chatted about books we’ve been reading, beloved authors, and even a television series we’re excited about. Thanks for spending time with us in the Book Barn!

Books Discussed

• My Friends — Fredrik Backman

• Drowning in Paper Flowers — E. L. Westbury

• The Atlas of Untold Stories — Sara Brunsvold

• Summer Sisters — Judy Blume

• Tales of a Fourth Grade Nothing — Judy Blume

• Harry Potter — J.K. Rowling

Authors Mentioned

• Denise Hunter

• Rachel Fordham

• Karen Kingsbury

Television Series Mentioned

• Harry Potter series on HBO Max

Movie Mentioned

• Ferris Bueller’s Day Off

Artwork Mentioned

• The Starry Night — Vincent van Gogh

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In this episode, I interview David R. Stokes and dive into his book, The Hope Not Plot: A Novel of Churchill’s Final Farewell. It's a story set against the backdrop of one of the most significant moments in modern history: the funeral of Winston Churchill. With a global “who’s who” expected to attend, one absence raises eyebrows! Why was Lyndon B. Johnson missing?

It's the intriguing blend of fact and fiction that makes this novel such a compelling read. It’s the kind of book that has you pausing mid-chapter to Google details, questioning what really happened and what might have been imagined. If you love historical fiction that pulls you down a research rabbit hole, this one delivers.

A big thank you to David for being a guest on the Book Barn Book Club Podcast.

Books Mentioned:

•The Hope Not Plot: A Novel of Churchill’s Final Farewell — David R. Stokes

•Camelot’s Cousin — David R. Stokes

•The Last Lion: Winston Spencer Churchill (Trilogy) — William Manchester

•Alone: 1932–1940 — William Manchester

Authors Mentioned:

•David R. Stokes

•Erik Larson

•Winston Churchill

•William Manchester

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Lasha and Lanie take a walk down memory lane as they reflect on their podcast journey together. At the center of this episode is their discussion of Where the Lost Wander, which they both give high praise for its emotional depth and unforgettable storytelling.

In a bittersweet moment, Lasha announces her exit as a regular co-host. Lanie expresses deep gratitude for the memories they’ve created together and wants her friend to know that there will always be a microphone waiting for her.

Books Mentioned

• Where the Lost Wander by Amy Harmon

• What the Wind Knows by Amy Harmon

• Running Barefoot by Amy Harmon

• The Perfect Divorce by Jeneva Rose

Memories of Books

• Dinosaur Roar! by Henrietta Stickland and Paul Stickland

• Brown Bear, Brown Bear, What Do You See? by Bill Martin, Jr.

• Charlie, The Skunk Who Never Stunk by Jack Ellison

Authors Mentioned

• Andy Keats

• Corrin DaCosta

Love you, my friend!  Keep doing your thing!  XOXO   -Lasha  

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