In this episode, Tamara reflects on her reading goals for 2026, emphasizing the importance of personal joy over trend chasing in reading. She discusses her current read, 'The Scammer', and encourages listeners to set flexible reading goals that fit their lifestyles. Tamara also highlights the value of revitalizing one's bookshelf and invites listeners to join the interactive book club experience, fostering community engagement and shared reading experiences. She concludes with a call to action for listeners to explore their own bookshelves and make intentional reading choices this year.

Ep 556

Connect with Tamara on social media:
Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/shelfaddiction/
TikTok | @shelfaddiction

Join the SA book club on BookClubs: https://bookclubs.com/shelf-addiction-book-club/join/

Check out our sponsors and deals! 🤑📚
- Book Review Journal
- Book Review Notebook
- Reading Challenge Tracker
- Get your bookish gear in the Shelf Addiction Merch store!

- Read free on Everand for 60 days (formerly Scribd)
- Audible- Get a free 30-day membership and a free book!
- Try Audiobooks.com! New customers get 3 FREE audiobooks with 1 premium credit and 2 VIP titles! Use our promo code SHELFADDICTION (spelled as one word) when you sign up.

Want to share a comment? Have a question you'd like answered on air? Call Shelf Addiction and leave a Speakpipe voicemail https://www.speakpipe.com/shelfaddiction

***********************************
Do you enjoy the Shelf Addiction podcast episodes? Please help support the costs of hosting and editing the podcast by becoming a part of our Patreon family! For as little as $2 a month, you can help our team create even more amazing bookish content. Learn more at https://www.patreon.com/shelfaddiction.

If Patreon isn't your thing, consider becoming a supporter on the Spreaker app to gain access to exclusive audio-only content. For the NEW PRICE OF $2 A MONTH, become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/shelf-addiction-podcast--1703669/support.

***********************************

Produced with GarageBand

This is a list of my frequently used music. Some or all may appear in this Shelf Addiction Podcast episode.
-Ad Music | Sweet Success on Purple Planet is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/) Artist: http://www.purple-planet.com/upbeat/4593380163
-Ad Music | Beats Like Mine by Sugar Blizz - Royalty Free music via Epidemic Sound/Spreaker
-Ad Music | High Hopes (Do U Feel the Same) (Instrumental Version)High Hopes (Do U Feel the Same) (Instrumental Version) - Royalty Free music via Epidemic Sound/Spreaker
-Shelf Addiction Intro/Outro Music created by Samone Ward
-Background Intro/Transition/Outro Music 1 | From album Music for Podcasts 4, Southside by Lee Rosevere and is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)
-Background Intro/Outro Music 2 | In Private by Gunner Johnsen - Royalty Free music via Epidemic Sound/Spreaker
-Background Intro/Outro Music 3 | Assorted Berries by Dylan Sitts - Royalty Free music via Epidemic Sound/Spreaker
-Transition Music | From album Creative Commons Vol 2, Summers Coming by Dexter Britain and is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution License
Artist: Artist: http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Lee_Rosevere/Music_for_Podcasts_4/
-Lightning Round Music | Zencastr standard background music -- licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)

FTC Disclaimer: The show notes may contain affiliate and/or referral links. I receive a small commission if you purchase using my link(s). If you purchase using my link(s), you will be supporting the Shelf Addiction website and podcast. This is NOT a sponsored podcast. All opinions are genuinely my own.


**This audio podcast shall not be reproduced, sampled, or uploaded elsewhere without my written consent. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/shelf-addiction-podcast--1703669/support.

2025 Buddy Read, book reviews, reading wrap-up, thriller books, fantasy books, author discussions, book recommendations, podcast, reading community, book club, relationships, book reviews, SA Cosby, King of Ashes, character dynamics, family relationships, mystery, podcasting, horror, Karen Slaughter, Clemence




FTC Disclaimer: The show notes may contain affiliate and/or referral links. I receive a small commission if you purchase using my link(s). If you purchase using my link(s), you will be supporting the Shelf Addiction website and podcast. This is NOT a sponsored podcast. All opinions are genuinely my own.


**This audio podcast shall not be reproduced, sampled, or uploaded elsewhere without my written consent.