Surprise! In honor of L.M. Montgomery’s 150 birthday, we are releasing a special bonus mini-episode today to share our tribute to Maud. Be sure to check out the other tributes over at the Journal of L.M. Montgomery Studies!  

Links:

Find all the tributes to L.M. Montgomery here at the Journal of L.M. Montgomery Studies 150 Tributes  

And  Maud's Electronic Birthday Card

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Our discussion of Anne of Ingleside continues, focusing on Anne and the Blythe family as they relate to the Glen St. Mary community. We also chat about Anne revisiting old hobbies like writing and matchmaking, and her marriage to Gilbert. This book opens the door to conversations about class, women’s labor, and finding your place in the world.    

Inspired by:

Kelly is inspired by the beautiful quilts of Gees Bend Quilts and matching prints from Souls Grown Deep.

Ragon is inspired by dancing the night away at the Broadway Rave with all the  theater kids!

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Home and family is the topic of this episode! Ingleside is a symbol of a happy and loving home and today we are discussing the ways that Anne is creating that for her own children. We speculate about whether Anne is the original TradWife, chat about unwanted houseguests, and share the ways that we've made our houses our homes. 

Inspired by:

Kelly is inspired by vintage shopping and estate sales to make your home unique!

Ragon is inspired by the Nolan Interior Magic Sofa Covers to keep her couch looking comfortable and inviting.

Kelly and Ragon recommend the Culture Study substack in the episode as well!

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We are kicking off Season Four with a recap of Anne of Ingleside! We'll walk you through the highlights of the sixth Anne book to set up our conversations in the next episodes. We also chat about Ragon's birthday and our favorite dog items. 

Inspired by:  We are inspired by our dogs this week!

Kelly is inspired by a dog water bowl that keeps her floors at least semi-dry, the dripless dog water bowl.

Ragon is inspired by the Tricky Treat Ball to keep her dog occupied!

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We are back with Season 4!  Join us as we talk about where we are going this season, where we’ve been, our favorite episodes so far, and a detour into the rebirth of 90’s fashion!  

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Just dropping in to let you know that we are hard at work on season 4! Today Kelly and Ragon will be previewing the season ahead and revealing the books we will be discussing, so get your library holds ready!

We are excited to share this very special crossover episode with the Maudacst and Kindred Spirits Book Club! The Maudcast, hosted by today's guest Brenton Dickieson, is the official podcast of the L.M. Montgomery Institute at the University of Prince Edward Island. Brenton, Ragon, and Kelly sat down in the church L.M. Montgomery attended for a joyful conversation about Montgomery scholarship, tourism, and fandom, and we can't wait for you to listen. 

Inspired by:

Kelly is inspired by keeping cool with sweet treats with a Slushy Cup and by the delicious scent of hanni Shower Salve.Ragon is inspired by The Belle of Belgrave Square by Mimi Matthews and by A Love Song For Ricki Wilde by Tia Williams.

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Come along to Prince Edward Island and the 2024 biennial L.M. Montgomery conference with Kelly and Ragon! First we raved about our first conference experience and reflected on the brilliant presentations and new perspectives we heard. Then we shared all about our trip to LM Montgomery historical sites, Green Gables Heritage Place, the musicals inspired by the Anne books, and the beauty and splendor of the Island. It was a phenomenal trip and we can’t wait to tell you all about it! 

Inspired by:

Kelly is inspired by the artisan crafts at The Dunes Gallery on PEI.

Ragon is inspired by the Anne and Marilla and Matthew  quotation pencil packs from Lit and Whimsy that she bought from the independent bookstore Bookmark in Charlottetown, PEI.  

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Y’all, this book is wild. Join Ragon and Kelly as they discuss one of LM Montgomery’s lesser-known works, the novella Kilmeny of the Orchard. It’s a sweet, somewhat simplistic summer romance that takes some truly unexpected twists and turns. Although Kilmeny hasn’t stood the test of time like Anne of Green Gables, there are  glimmers of L.M. Montgomery’s later writing style in this fairytale-like story that reminded us of The Little Mermaid.

Inspired by: 

Kelly is inspired by the music of Akiko Suwanai.

Ragon is inspired by the Rochester Lilac Festival  and the Highland Lilac perfume company. 

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Join Kelly, Ragon, and returning special guest Katie Stewart to discuss summer reads! They discuss books that remind them of summer as well as favorite summer reads for middle grade readers, romance and romantasy readers, the best books to survive a long flight, and of course, our ultimate recommendations for fun, breezy books to occupy your lazy summer days. 

Inspired by:

Kelly is inspired by sun protection and recommends Banana Boat Light As Air Sunscreen for Face.

Ragon is inspired by keeping cool with sweet treats with a Slushy Cup.

Katie is inspired by the delicious scent of hanni Shower Salve.

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