I'd Read That!

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It's time to get comfortable, light a candle, and snuggle up to your listening device because we're talking romance. From the sweet to the steamy we have you covered today.

PPF Books Mentioned
Making It So by Patrick Stewart
The Hating Game by Sally Thorne
Loveless by Alice Oseman
Wild Rain by Beverly Jenkins
You Made a Fool of Death With Your Beauty by Akwaeke Emezi
Butcher & Blackbird by Brynne Weaver

Romance Selections

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On this episode of 'I'd Read That!' Liz & Jerry share what books they are absolutely eager to get their hands on this year. They also share their secrets on how they uncover the next big thing in literature.

Oh, and it's time to kickoff another book club pick. We're starting February with a little horror, (naturally) by selecting The Pallbearers Club by Paul Tremblay

Grab a tea and share a laugh with Liz & Jerry as they extend your ever-growing TBR!

Book Mentioned
The Hike by Lucy Clarke
The Library at Mount Char by Scott Hawkins
Iron Flame by Rebecca Yarros
Annihilation by Jeff VanderMeer
Ghost Station by SA Barnes
The Sentence by Louise Erdrich

Jerry's Upcoming 2024 Titles
Redsight by Meredith Mooring
A Witch's Guide to Magical Thinking by Sangu Mandanna
Alecto the Ninth by Tamsyn Muir

Liz's Upcoming 2024 Titles
Wandering Stars by Tommy Orange
Middle of the Night by Riley Sager
Horror Movie by Paul Tremblay
Witchcraft for Wayward Girls by Grady Hendrix
The Angel of Indian Lake by Stephan Graham Jones

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Happy New Year!
We're excited to share with you all today the I'd Read That Reader Challenge!!
It's fun to see how we can expand our reading horizons and we believe we picked out a few fun exercises for you.

Book Mentioned
Nimona by ND Stevenson
Us Against You by Fredrik Backman
In the Lives of Puppets by TJ Klune
Spell Bound by F. T. Lukens
Fairy Tale by Stephen King
Interesting Facts about Space by Emily Austin

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From gripping thrillers to heartwarming tales, 2023 was a wild ride! Join us as we discuss the top books that captivated us this year.


Books Mentioned:
Special Categories
Top Books of 2023

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Discussion:
Liz & Jerry share their top picks of 2023, an episode a year in the making. Laugh, cry, revolt about their picks, and send us your feedback!

Highlights:
Jerry shares that the biggest threat to love is monsters that steal your man.
Liz asks one of the great questions of our time
"What is love?
Baby, don't hurt me
Don't hurt me, no more"

Books Mentioned:
Honorable Mentions
Top Books of 2023

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Join us in this episode as we dive into the vibrant world of book social media. From Bookstagram to BookTok, we explore the evolving landscape of platforms that bring us together. Liz & Jerry discuss the impact of these communities on reading habits, book recommendations, and the joy of connecting with fellow book lovers. We also have the pleasure of bringing you two interviews with Bookstagram influencers Lauren Brooke and Tamzen, The Book Reader.
Enjoy!
#BookCommunity #PodcastReadingClub

A Spindle Splintered by Alix E. Harrow
We Need to Do Something by Max Booth III

Lauren Brooke Books
Tamzen Books

BookTubers Mentioned
Ragan - Peruse Project
Quinn Howard - Quinn's Ideas
Daniel Greene - YouTube Page
Tolkien Video
Chandler Ainsley - YouTube Page
Jack Edwards - YouTube Page

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Indulge in the charm of literary warmth with our latest episode. Join Liz & Jerry as we navigate the comforting landscapes of books that radiate joy, comfort, and snug satisfaction. Grab your favorite blanket, settle into your coziest corner, and let the soothing tales within the covers whisk you away to a world where every page feels like a warm embrace.

Reading List
The Holiday Trap by Roan Parrish
Lovelight Farms by B.K. Borison
Vincent's Thanksgiving Date by R. Cooper
What Moves the Dead by T. Kingfisher
Better Living Through Birding by Christian Cooper
Novelist as a Vocation by Haruki Murakami

Cozy Book Recommendations

Cozy Holiday Movies
The Princess Switch
Last Holiday

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In this episode, Liz & Jerry dive into the world of "Maus" by Art Spiegelman, a remarkable graphic novel.

"Maus" recounts the incredible journey of Vladek Spiegelman, a Polish Jew who lived through the Holocaust, using animals to represent different people. We discuss how Spiegelman's choice to use animal characters and his innovative visual storytelling set "Maus" apart. Delve into the book's themes, like the complex father-son relationship, Holocaust representation, and the trauma that binds a family. 

"Maus" is a powerful and influential graphic novel. Join us to uncover its profound impact on literature and art.

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We have another bonus episode for you all.
With the upcoming release of Iron Flame, we needed to give you the recap of  Fourth Wing by Rebecca Yarros.
Missed out on the hype? Well, we recap the first one to shortcut your way into the series. Just in case that book FOMO  is getting to you!

Give us a listen while you wait for the highly anticipated sequel.

Fourth Wing
Iron Flame

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Boo!!
Did we scare you? Today Liz & Jerry discuss some of our favorite horror books, why we like horror, and what is horror. It's a really fun episode for a fun topic. Tons of books mentioned so hit that link to check out the list!

Horror Book Recommendations 

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