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  • Ep. 129 - Announcement: A Shift in My Reading & 2026 Closed-Door Romance Reading Challenge

    I’ve decided to make a change in the type of books that I read moving forward into the new year. Plus, I’m launching my very first reading challenge in 2026. Come sit down with me for a real talk and the announcement of a fun book challenge. 

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    32 min
  • Ep. 128 - 12 Closed-Door Christmas Romance Books | December 2025 TBR Book List

    It’s the most wonderful time of year! It’s when we embrace the holiday season, and what better way than to read some Christmas romances? Come find out all the contemporary clean romcoms I’m excited to read this month (and many of them are brand new releases).

    Plus, I'll let you know about 3 NEW books coming out in December!

    *Please note that this is NOT a recommendation list. I have not read any of these books yet, but they all sound interesting to me, so I'm excited to read them at some point.

    You can find the companion blog here.

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    51 min
  • Ep. 127 - Recent Reads: 8 Gothic Fantasy & Spooky Cozy Horror Books | 2 Five-Star Novels

    This past autumn, I was in the mood for gothic fantasies and cozy horror books for Spooky Season. I even had two five-star reads. Come find out which novels I read and what I thought about them.

    You can find the companion blog here.

    Books I Review in This Episode:

    • A Tempest of Tea by Hafsah Faizal
    • A Study in Drowning by Ava Reid
    • Stalking Jack the Ripper by Kerri Maniscalco
    • The Vampire Knitting Club by Nancy Warren
    • Bless Your Heart by Lindy Ryan
    • Remain by Nicholas Sparks and M. Night Shyamalan
    • A Great and Terrible Beauty by Libba Bray
    • Interview with a Vampire by Anne Rice

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    57 min
  • Ep. 126 - Recent Reads: 10 Magical Witch Fantasy Books (Cozy, Romance, Historical) | 3 Five-Star Books

    This past Halloween season, I was really in the mood to read some witchy fantasy books. I haven’t had the best luck with this genre in the past; however, I think I broke that streak because not only did I find some new favorite authors, but I even had three five-star reads. Come find out which witchy fantasy books I read and what I thought about them. 

    You can find the companion blog here.

    Books I Review in This Episode:

    • Practical Magic by Alice Hoffman
    • Heartless Hunter by Kristen Ciccarelli
    • The Woodsmoke Women's Book of Spells by Rachel Greenlaw
    • The Late-Night Witches by Auralee Wallace
    • An Ancient Witch's Guide to Modern Dating by Cecilia Edward
    • The Witch’s Daughter by Paula Brackston
    • A Dark and Secret Magic by Wallis Kinney
    • In the Company of Witches by Auralee Wallace
    • Uncharmed by Lucy Jane Wood
    • Rewitched by Lucy Jane Wood

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    1 hr 8 min
  • Ep. 125 - 12 Closed-Door Cozy Autumn Romance Books | November 2025 TBR Book List

    Still wanting to take advantage of the autumn season, I’ve curated a list of cozy fall romance books that I want to read this month. Come find out which titles I’m excited to check out during this autumnal season.

    Plus, I'll let you know about 12 NEW books coming out in November!

    *Please note that this is NOT a recommendation list. I have not read any of these books yet, but they all sound interesting to me, so I'm excited to read them at some point.

    You can find the companion blog here.

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    56 min
  • Ep. 124 - Pages to Popcorn: Practical Magic by Alice Hoffman

    It’s finally time to read the modern-day witchy classic, Practical Magic. In this Pages to Popcorn episode, I’ll be reading the book while giving you my thoughts in real time, and then watching the movie. Come find out if I think this popular witchy book lives up to all the hype.

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    1 hr 11 min
  • Ep. 123 - Pages to Popcorn: The Woman in Cabin 10 by Ruth Ware

    I’m ready for a murder mystery on the high seas. In this Pages to Popcorn episode, I’m checking out The Woman in Cabin 10, both the book and the movie. Come find out what I think of this isolated thriller story as I share my thoughts and reactions in real time.

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    55 min
  • Ep. 122 - RTR: Reading BookTubers' Best Books - Part 3 | 3 Popular Thriller Books

    It’s time to try some more favorite books from my favorite BookTubers. In this episode, I’m trying three popular thrillers that are also perfect for autumn reading or Spooky Season. Come find out which books I’m excited to read and react to in real time.

    You can find the companion blog here.

    Books I React to in this Episode: 

    • You Will Never Be Me by Jesse Q. Sutanto
    • He Started It by Samantha Downing
    • They Never Learn by Layne Fargo

    *If you're interested in listening to the first two episodes in this series, check out Episodes 96 and 119.

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    2 hr 9 min
  • Ep. 121 - 13 Paranormal Romance & Spooky Cozy Books for Halloween | October 2025 TBR Book List

    Spooky Reading Season is here, and Halloween is right around the corner. This year, I’m choosing more light-hearted, cozy reads for this seasonal time of year. Come find out which 13 spooky books I’m excited to read.

    Plus, I'll let you know about 14 NEW books coming out in October!

    *Please note that this is NOT a recommendation list. I have not read any of these books yet, but they all sound interesting to me, so I'm excited to read them at some point.

    You can find the companion blog here.

    Shop at Book Outlet and use my link to save $5 off your first order when you spend $25 or more.

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    57 min
  • Ep. 120 - Pages to Popcorn: Pumpkin Everything by Beth Labonte

    When autumn rolls around, I want to immerse myself in all the fall romance books, especially if they offer lots of autumnal and food descriptions. In this episode of Pages to Popcorn, I’ll be reading the book, Pumpkin Everything, and then watching the Hallmark movie. Come find out my thoughts in real time.

    You can find the companion blog here.

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    58 min

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Hey story lovers, it’s time to unwind, relax, and get comfy cozy! If you love getting lost in a good book, discovering new favorite reads, and chatting about all things bookish, you’re in the…