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The House Is On Fire is based on the true story of the December 1811 Richmond theater fire, and the novel follows four characters who survived the disastrous fire and how they and the community are forever changed.
Today on the couch, I'm pleased to welcome author Rachel Beanland.  We talk about her sophomore novel; The House Is on Fire, and her debut novel; Florence Adler Swims Forever.  Rachel also gives us book and bookstore recommendations, reading tips, plus lots more.
BOOK:
The House Is on Fire by Rachel Beanland from Amazon or Bookshop.
SHOW NOTES & BOOKLIST:
Find the episode show notes and a list of all the books mentioned here.
MORE RESOURCES:
Visit bibliolifestyle.com for more information and resources to help you in your reading journey.

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I'll be answering popular questions, sharing the calendar of events, and talking about our new option to watch festival replays and snag some festival merch!  So join us from April 27th - 29th, 2023.
If you're looking to discover new authors or hear about the latest books from your favorites, learn something new at one of our lifestyle sessions, or you want to have a grand time bantering about the books you loved and the ones you didn't care for too much, then stay tuned to this episode and register to attend the Epigraph Literary Festival.
FESTIVAL INFO & LINKS:

• Join us from April 27th - 29th, 2023.
• Register to attend the festival for free on Crowdcast.
• Get more information about replays here.
• Get the April 2023 Festival Replays.
• Get The Premium Festival Bundle which includes the April 2023 replay, videos from our previous two festivals, a cheese plate plus brunch board demonstration, bonus content, and our merch pack (t-shirt, notepad, pen.)
• For more information about the festival: epigraphlitfest.com.

SHOW NOTES & BOOKLIST:
Find the episode show notes and a list of all the books mentioned here.
MORE RESOURCES:
Visit bibliolifestyle.com for more information and resources to help you in your reading journey.  

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In Hijab Butch Blues, we see Lamya navigate their identity and life between their religion and culture and how she compares their experiences with some of the most famous stories in the Quran.
Today on the couch, I'm pleased to welcome author Lamya H.  We talk about religion being a way to live more intentionally, social justice, Lamya’s choice to write under a pseudonym, and using a silhouette for their author photo.  Lamya also gives us book and bookstore recommendations, reading tips, plus lots more.
BOOK:
Hijab Butch Blues by Lamya H from Amazon or Bookshop.
SHOW NOTES & BOOKLIST:
Find the episode show notes and a list of all the books mentioned here.
MORE RESOURCES:
Visit bibliolifestyle.com for more information and resources to help you in your reading journey.

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It’s Throwback Thursday, and in today's episode, I’m sharing the audio from four authors who shared their books at the inaugural Epigraph Literary Festival in April 2022.  These authors had books that have all the chills and thrills and lots of plot twists. So if you love reading mysteries, suspense, and thriller novels, stay tuned.
Register to attend the Epigraph Literary Festival and join us from Thursday, April 27th through to Saturday, April 29th, 2023.  Early birds get first dibs on even swag when they register at epigraphlitfest.com.  See you there!
The BiblioLifestyle 2023 Spring Reading Guide has twenty-one new books across seven categories. You'll also find some reading tips and fun things to do this season, along with some spring-themed recipes.  Get your free copy of the guide at springreadingguide.com and discover the season's best new books.
SHOW NOTES & BOOKLIST:
Find the episode show notes and a list of all the books mentioned here.
MORE RESOURCES:
Visit bibliolifestyle.com for more information and resources to help you in your reading journey.  

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Each of these timeless tales offers a unique perspective on life and the human experience, making them ideal for cozying up with as the weather warms and the days grow longer.
Register to attend the Epigraph Literary Festival and join us from Thursday, April 27th through to Saturday, April 29th, 2023.  Early birds get first dibs on even swag when they register at epigraphlitfest.com.  See you there!
The BiblioLifestyle 2023 Spring Reading Guide has twenty-one new books across seven categories.  You'll also find some reading tips, fun things to do this season, and spring-themed recipes.  Get your free copy of the guide at springreadingguide.com and discover the season's best new books.
SHOW NOTES & BOOKLIST:
Find the episode show notes and a list of all the books mentioned here.
MORE RESOURCES:
Visit bibliolifestyle.com for more information and resources to help you in your reading journey.

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A woman must relive the same day over and over again, keep her family and work life from imploding and attempt to spare her husband from an unfortunate fate.
Today on the couch, I'm pleased to welcome author Cesca Major.  First, we talk about her new novel, Maybe Next Time; then, we get into her writing and reading life.  Cesca also shares reading tips and gives us book and bookstore recommendations, plus lots more.
Register to attend the Epigraph Literary Festival and join us from Thursday, April 27th through to Saturday, April 29th, 2023.  Early birds get first dibs on even swag when they register at epigraphlitfest.com.  See you there!
The BiblioLifestyle 2023 Spring Reading Guide has twenty-one new books across seven categories.  You'll also find some reading tips, fun things to do this season, and spring-themed recipes.  Get your free copy of the guide at springreadingguide.com and discover the season's best new books.
BOOK:
Maybe Next Time by Cesca Major from Amazon or Bookshop.
SHOW NOTES & BOOKLIST:
Find the episode show notes and a list of all the books mentioned here.
MORE RESOURCES:
Visit bibliolifestyle.com for more information and resources to help you in your reading journey.

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It’s Throwback Thursday, and in today's episode, I’m sharing the audio from four authors who shared their books at the inaugural Epigraph Literary Festival in April 2022.  Three authors had books with character-driven novels, and one author with a page-turning memoir. So if you love reading literary fiction and memoirs, stay tuned.
Register to attend the Epigraph Literary Festival and join us from Thursday, April 27th through to Saturday, April 29th, 2023.  Early birds get first dibs on even swag when they register at epigraphlitfest.com.  See you there!
The BiblioLifestyle 2023 Spring Reading Guide has twenty-one new books across seven categories. You'll also find some reading tips and fun things to do this season, along with some spring-themed recipes.  Get your free copy of the guide at springreadingguide.com and discover the season's best new books.
SHOW NOTES & BOOKLIST:
Find the episode show notes and a list of all the books mentioned here.
MORE RESOURCES:
Visit bibliolifestyle.com for more information and resources to help you in your reading journey.  

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Get some bookshelf organization ideas and learn the different methods I use to organize my shelves.
Organizing your bookshelf can help make your space aesthetically pleasing and lift your spirits.  But most importantly, it makes it easier to find the books you want when you need them and helps make your decision on what to read next easier.  So in this episode,  I’ll share ten different ways how you can organize your bookshelves and the methods I use to organize my shelves.
Register to attend the Epigraph Literary Festival and join us from Thursday, April 27th through to Saturday, April 29th, 2023.  Early birds get first dibs on even swag when they register at epigraphlitfest.com.  See you there!
SHOW NOTES & BOOKLIST: 
Find the episode show notes and a list of all the books mentioned here.
MORE RESOURCES:
Visit bibliolifestyle.com for more information and resources to help you in your reading journey. 

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A Puerto Rican  Staten Island family deals with the disappearance of thirteen-year-old Ruthy and we see what happens when they discover she is potentially alive and on a reality TV show.
Today on the couch, I'm pleased to welcome author Claire Jiménez.  First, we talk about her debut novel, What Happened to Ruthy Ramirez; then, we get into her writing and reading life.  Claire also shares reading tips and gives us book and bookstore recommendations, plus lots more.
Register to attend the Epigraph Literary Festival and join us from Thursday, April 27th through to Saturday, April 29th, 2023.  Early birds get first dibs on even swag when they register at epigraphlitfest.com.  See you there!
The BiblioLifestyle 2023 Spring Reading Guide has twenty-one new books across seven categories. You'll also find some reading tips and fun things to do this season, along with some spring-themed recipes.  Get your free copy of the guide at springreadingguide.com and discover the season's best new books.
BOOK:
What Happened to Ruthy Ramirez by Claire Jiménez from Amazon or Bookshop.
SHOW NOTES & BOOKLIST:
Find the episode show notes and a list of all the books mentioned here.
MORE RESOURCES:
Visit bibliolifestyle.com for more information and resources to help you in your reading journey.  

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It’s Throwback Thursday, and in today's episode, I’m sharing the audio from two authors who shared their books at the inaugural Epigraph Literary Festival in April 2022.  These authors had books with a teenage protagonist and their experiences at the center.  So if you love reading YA books, stay tuned.
Register to attend the Epigraph Literary Festival and join us from Thursday, April 27th through to Saturday, April 29th, 2023.  Early birds get first dibs on even swag when they register at epigraphlitfest.com.  See you there!
The BiblioLifestyle 2023 Spring Reading Guide has twenty-one new books across seven categories. You'll also find some reading tips and fun things to do this season, along with some spring-themed recipes.  Get your free copy of the guide at springreadingguide.com and discover the season's best new books.
SHOW NOTES & BOOKLIST:
Find the episode show notes and a list of all the books mentioned here.
MORE RESOURCES:
Visit bibliolifestyle.com for more information and resources to help you in your reading journey.