In this episode, we are judging books by their covers! Andy McAlpine from Book Moon in Easthampton shares some of his favorite books that have deceiving covers- he reminds us to not let the cover stop you from finding your next favorite read. Then, Colleen & Mia catch up with Malibu Rising by Taylor Jenkins Reid. During pages 142-191, the Riva siblings are hit with some tragic news.

In this episode, Colleen & Mia discuss what it takes for a book-to-movie adaptation to be great. From there, they discuss pages 92-141 of Malibu Rising by Taylor Jenkins Reid.  What are the Rivas up to now? 

We introduce you to The Alchemist Society in Agawam, a book shop with art vendors and a tattoo studio, and chat with Dr. Kate Benson, author and its owner, about some of her favorite cozy mysteries.

you may not recognize her face, but if you’re into audiobooks, you may know her voice. Learn how Rachel F. Hirsch got into the world of audiobook narration.