Malala is so known by the world that she needs to be introduced by only her first name. And yet the Malala Yousafzai the world held onto — the courageous 15-year-old Pakistani girl shot by the Taliban for daring to defend education for girls — isn't the full story. In her new memoir, Finding My Way, Malala reveals she's reclaiming her story and reintroducing herself to the world. Through vulnerable, funny, and deeply touching writing, Malala lets us in on that messy, complicated, and still joyful process. So join Danielle, and get to know Malala Yousafzai on her own terms.

Books Mentioned:

I Am Malala by Malala Yousafzai 

Finding My Way by Malala Yousafzai

Twilight by Stephenie Meyer 

Born a Crime by Trevor Noah

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This week, we’re digging into GIRL DINNER, the newest book from Olivie Blake — who you may also know as the Reese’s Book Club author, Alexene Farol Follmouth. What begins as a classic campus novel evolves into a psychological thriller, dripping with satire, just in time for spooky season. Danielle and Olivie get into all of it – from wellness culture, to motherhood, to modern feminism – and believe us: you’ll be hungry for more. 

Book Mentions

The Margot Affair by Sanae Lemoine

All Fours by Miranda July

Die Hot with a Vengeance by Sable Young

Fleishman is in Trouble by Taffy Brodesser-Akner

The Best of Everything by Rona Jaffe

Guyland by Michael Kimmel

Flashlight by Susan Choi

Will There Ever Be Another You by Patricia Lockwood 

No One is Talking About This by Patricia Lockwood

The Complete Stories of Evelyn Waugh 

Nightbitch by Rachel Yoder

Vladimir by Julia Mae Jonas

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This week, we’re talking about belonging—finding where you feel most yourself and building community around that truth. Eliana Ramage is the author of this month’s Reese’s Book Club Pick, To the Moon and Back, a novel that explores identity, ambition, sapphic romance, and the complicated bonds between mothers, daughters, and chosen family. Eliana opens up about weaving her Cherokee roots and queer experience into her storytelling, and how that process shaped her own journey of self-discovery. She unpacks the many layers of connection—and what it means to find your place in the world when you live at the intersection of identities.

 

Book Mentions:

Lab Girl by Hope Jahren

Same As It Ever Was by Claire Lombardo

Before the Mango Ripens by Afabwaje Kurian

Show Don't Tell by Curtis Sittenfeld

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Leigh Bardugo is one of the most prolific fantasy authors of our time. And yet, the powerhouse behind Shadow and Bone, Six of Crows, and the Alex Stern trilogy, didn't get published until she was 37. After many years of false starts, Leigh found the confidence to put pen to paper and in that uncomfortable journey, facing doubts and failure, found her voice. The so-called "Goth Auntie" has enraptured fans ever since with the immersive universes she creates. And now she wants you to do the same, to face your discomfort in the name of making art. This is your master class in tapping into your inner creative.

Book Mentions

Shadow and Bone by Leigh Bardugo

The Talent Code by Daniel Coyle

Ninth House by Leigh Bardugo

Six of Crows by Leigh Bardugo 

The Familiar by Leigh Bardugo 

Hell Bent by Leigh Bardugo 

Game of Thrones by George R.R. Martin

Dune by Frank Herbert 

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Ali Kriegsman burned it all down—then self-published her debut novel. After walking away from a toxic startup and a stalled traditional book deal, Ali brought The Raise, a sharp, satirical thriller set in the girlboss world, to life on her own terms. In this episode, Danielle sits down with the author, entrepreneur, and former Forbes 30 Under 30 honoree to discuss how she built a cinematic book launch from scratch, what she learned about identity and self-worth, and why burning it all down was just the beginning.

Book Mentions:

The Raise by Ali Kriegsman

How to Build a Goddamn Empire by Ali Kriegsman

The Untethered Soul: The Journey Beyond Yourself by Michael Alan Singer

The Artist's Way by Julia Cameron 

Designing Your Life by Bill Burnett and Dave Evans

Yellowface by R.F. Kuang

The Talented Mr. Ripley by Patricia Highsmith

My Brilliant Friend by Elena Ferrante

No One’s Talking About This by Patricia Lockwood

Luckiest Girl Alive by Jessica Knoll

Ali Kriegsman’s Questions to Reinvent Her Life and Work:

• How did I want to fill my time in the next few months?
• Who did I want to become?
• What problems excited me?
• What desires had I not fulfilled?
• What skills did I want to deepen?
• What signals did I want to send the universe?
• Is there a world in which the answer supports my income in the long run?

You can explore more of her reflections on Substack →

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This week, we’re joined by Hollywood icon and book club MVP, Judy Greer. The star of The Long Walk chats with us about the new film, how her love of reading helps her get into character, and why she’s finally feeling grounded in her career after years of being everyone’s favorite on-screen bestie. She also spills on which celeb gives the best book recs, who’s a secret reader, and the two things she can’t stop stealing from set: books… and bras. Yes, really. 

Books mentioned:

Carrie by Stephen King

On Writing by Stephen King

Things In Nature Merely Grow by Yiyun Li

The Long Walk by Stephen King

How to Lose Your Mother by Molly Jong-Fast

Fear of Flying by Erika Jong 

I Don't Know What You Know Me From: My Life as a Co-Star by Judy Greer 

Bossypants by Tina Fey

The Book of Alchemy by Suleika Jaouad

Audition by Katie Kitamura

The Picture of Dorian Gray by Oscar Wilde 

Rebecca by Daphne du Maurier

The Bee Sting by Paul Murray

Demon Copperhead by Barbara Kingsolver

Middlesex by Jeffrey Eugenides

Pride and Prejudice by Jane Austen

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Who knows better how to capture the magic of young adulthood than a young adult themselves? Raegan Revord is an actor, producer, philanthropist, and now, published author of Rules for Fake Girlfriends — and they’re just 17 years old. They join the podcast to talk about fake dating tropes, collecting quotes, and the complexity of Gen Z. Danielle also offers a sneak peek into the next Reese’s Book Club Pick: To the Moon and Back by Eliana Ramage.

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Brotherless Night by V. V. Ganeshananthan

The Love Songs of W.E.B. Du Bois by Honorée Fanonne Jeffers

Great Circle by Maggie Shipstead

Circe by Madeline Miller

Queen of Faces by Petra Lord 

By Invitation Only by Alexandra Brown Chang

When We Were Monsters by Jennifer Niven

Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix J.K. Rowling 

The Midnight Library by Matt Haig

 

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Today we’re talking about what happens after everything falls apart—grief, growth, and giving women space to be messy, complicated, and real. Ashley Jordan is the author of this month’s Reese’s Book Club pick Once Upon a Time in Dollywood, a raw, funny, and emotionally honest novel about starting over when you least expect to. Ashley brings sharp wit and millennial swagger to this conversation, touching on identity, pop culture, and why women don’t need to be perfect to take center stage. She’s not here to smooth things over—she’s here to keep it real.

Dive deeper into recommended titles from Apple Books at apple.co/debutlistens

Jasmine Guillory - find her works HERE

An American Marriage, by Tayari Jones  - find it HERE

A Love Song for Ricki Wilde by Tia Williams  - find it HERE

Beloved by Toni Morrison - find it HERE

Color Purple by Alice Walker  - find it HERE

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What’s the juiciest genre out there? Celebrity memoir, obviously. This week, Danielle is joined by celebrity memoir connoisseurs Jeff Hiller and Chelsea Devantez to break down the messiest moments ever put to print. Together, they chat about the boldest, most iconic tell-alls in Hollywood history. From emotional overshares to unforgettable name drops, they explore what makes a celeb memoir great, and build the ultimate Mount Rushmore of must-reads.

Books mentioned:

My Good Side: A Memoir by Scheana Shay - find it HERE

One More Time by Carol Burnett

The Half of It: A Memoir by Madison Beer - find it HERE

The First Time by Cher

Inside Out by Demi Moore - find it HERE 

There Was a Little Girl by Brooke Shields - find it HERE

My First Five Husbands... And the Ones Who Got Away by Rue McClanahan - find it HERE

My Story, My Dream by Celine Dion - find it HERE 

Matriarch: A Memoir by Tina Knowles - find it HERE

Simple Dreams: A Musical Memoir by Linda Ronstadt - find it HERE

My Life So Far by Jane Fonda - find it HERE

Bossypants by Tina Fey - find it HERE 

Be My Baby by Ronnie Spector - find it HERE

Troublemaker: Surviving Hollywood and Scientology by Leah Remini - find it HERE

Open Book by Jessica Simpson - find it HERE 

Mommie Dearest by Christina Crawford - find it HERE

I Shouldn’t Be Telling You This by Chelsea Devantez - find it HERE

Actress of a Certain Age by Jeff Hiller - find it HERE

I Said Yes to Everything by Lee Grant - find it HERE

There Are Worse Things I Could Do by Adrienne Barbeau - find it HERE

Society’s Child by Janis Ian  - find it HERE

We're Going to Need More Wine by Gabrielle Union - find it HERE

Patti LuPone: A Memoir by Patti LuPone  - find it HERE

Handbook for an Unpredictable Life by Rosie Perez  - find it HERE

Say Everything by Ione Skye  - find it HERE

My Name is Barbra by Barbra Streisand - find it HERE

The Mother of Black Hollywood by Jennifer Lewis  - find it HERE

Delta Style by Delta Burke  - find it HERE

Becoming a Man by P. Carl  - find it HERE

Stranger at the Gate by Mel White  - find it HERE

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If you are a fan of audiobooks, you probably know Julia Whelan’s voice, but today on Bookmarked, she is speaking directly to us! The award-winning audiobook narrator, actor, and author joins us to talk about the Netflix adaptation of her novel My Oxford Year. Julia opens up about the behind-the-scenes work that goes into giving voice to other people's stories and why she’s become a powerful advocate for audiobook narrators in an industry that often leaves them underpaid and overworked. 

She also shares the mission behind her new audio-first publishing company, Audiobrary, which aims to create fairer, more sustainable opportunities for narrators and authors alike.

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Gone Girl by Gillian Flynn - find it HERE

My Oxford Year by Julia Whelan - find it HERE

The Women by Kristin Hannah - find it HERE

Beach Read by Emily Henry - find it HERE

Franny and  Zooey by J.D Salinger - find it HERE

Daisy Jones & the Six by Taylor Jenkins Reid - find it HERE

Beautiful Ruins by Jess Walter - find it HERE

The Phoenix Pencil Company by Allison King - find it HERE

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