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  • The Write Choice with Author Allie Samberts

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    In this episode of Where I Left Off - A Bookish Podcast, I sit down with author Allie Samberts to talk about her newest book The Write Choice. We cover all things Leade Park, some sneak peeks on the novel she's writing, Common Grounds, and even dive into the writing and publishing process. 

    Keep up with Allie:

    • Instagram & Threads - @alliesambertswrites 
    • Tiktok - @alliesamberts 
    • Subscribe to Allie’s newsletter!
    • Visit Allie’s website!

    Books discussed in this episode:

    • The Write Place - Leade Park #1
    • The Write Time - Leade Park #2
    • The Write Choice - Leade Park #3
    • The Bromance Book Club

    For links to the books discussed in this episode, click the link here to take you to the Google Doc to view the list. 

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    39 min
  • Ghosted by Sarah Ready Deep Dive with Paige Woodrow

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    On this episode of Where I Left Off - A Bookish Podcast, host Kristen Bahls and guest co-host Paige Woodrow discuss the book Ghosted by Sarah Ready.

    Sisterhood of the Traveling Books Program:

    • Follow Paige @Lostinthepaigeofabook
    • Join by filling out the Google Form

    Books mentioned:

    • You Shouldn't Have Come Here by Jeneva Rose
    • Switched by Sarah Ready
    • Chasing Romeo by Sarah Ready
    • Exes & O’s by Amy Lea
    • Crescent City 2
    • Dark Matter by Blake Crouch
    • Project Hail Mary by Andy Weir
    • Into the Water by Paula Hawkins
    • The Seven Husband of Evelyn Hugo by Taylor Jenkins Reid
    • The Devil and the Dark Water by Stuart Turton

    For links to the books discussed in this episode, click the link here to take you to the Google Doc to view the list. 

    For episode feedback, future reading and author recommendations, you can text the podcast by clicking the "Send us a message button" above. 

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    1 hr 16 min
  • The Valentine's Day Episode

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    On this week's episode of Where I Left Off - A Bookish Podcast, I recommend romance novels to get you in the Valentine's spirit. This is the Valentine's Day special, so there won't be any thrillers mentioned in this episode. Don't forget to check your local library first to find any of the titles talked about. 

    Newsletters:

    • Alexa Martin newsletter
    • Sarah Adams newsletter

    Sweet Romances:

    • Yours Truly by Abby Jimenez
    • The Cheat Sheet by Sarah Adams
    • Practice Makes Perfect by Sarah Adams
    • It's a Date Again by Jeneva Rose

    Romances With a Punch:

    • Exes & O's by Amy Lea
    • Worst Wingman Ever by Abby Jimenez - Kindle Unlimited
    • With Any Luck by Ashley Poston - Kindle Unlimited
    • The Love Audit by Annah Conwell - Kindle Unlimited
    • You With a View by Jessica Joyce
    • Next Door Nemesis by Alexa Martin

    For links to the books discussed in this episode, click the link here to take you to the Google Doc to view the list. 

    For episode feedback, future reading and author recommendations, you can text the podcast by clicking the "Send us a message button" above. 

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    46 min
  • Love Theoretically and an Ali Hazelwood Deep Dive with Paige Woodrow

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    Join me and guest Paige Woodrow as we do a deep dive on Ali Hazelwood's novel Love Theoretically. Warning - this episode contains spoilers of several Hazelwood books.

    More from Paige @lostinthepaigeofabook:

    • Instagram 
    • Book Besties Program

     Novels discussed - Ali Hazelwood:

    • Love Theoretically
    • The Love Hypothesis
    • Love on the Brain
    • Loathe to Love You Novellas
    • Check & Mate
    • Bride

    Books from Paige:

    • Crescent City 2 by Sarah J. Maas 
    • The Bodyguard by Katherine Center
    • Things You Save in a Fire by Katherine Center
    • The Couple Next Door by Shari Lapena
    • The One by John Marrs
    • The Guest List by Lucy Foley
    • The Soulmate Equation by Christina Lauren
    • The Marriage Act by John Marrs
    • The True Love Experiment by Christina Lauren
    •  Happy Place by Emily Henry
    • The Second Chance Year by Melissa Wiesner
    • The Takeover by Cara Tanamachi

    Books from Kristen:

    • Trial of the Sun Queen by Nisha J. Tuli
    • The Bodyguard by Katherine Center
    • Things You Save In a Fire by Katherine Center
    • Practice Makes Perfect by Sarah Adams
    • The Cheat Sheet by Sarah Adams

    For links to the books discussed in this episode, click the link here to take you to the Google Doc to view the list. 

    For episode feedback, future reading and author recommendations, you can text the podcast by clicking the "Send us a message button" above. 

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    1 hr 13 min
  • Currently Reading in January - Part Two

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    On this episode of Where I Left Off, A Bookish Podcast, I'm going into part two of what I'm currently reading. I simply couldn't fit all the books in one episode. The list is romance heavy, so if you're TBR needed more in the genre, I've got you covered. If you're looking for a quick read, Amazon collaborated with several best-selling authors to create short stories for Valentine's Day. I'll go over the description from some of my favorites. 

    Valentine's Day Short Stories- Out now on Amazon:

    • Short Stories Home Page
    • The Exception to the Rule by Christina Lauren
    • Worst Wingman Ever by Abby Jimenez
    • Rosie and the Dreamboat by Sally Throne
    • Drop, Cover, and Hold On by Jasmine Guillory
    • With Any Luck by Ashley Poston
    • Royal Valentine by Sariah Wilson

    Books Discussed:

    • Begin Again by Emma Lord
    • The Write Place by Allie Samberts
    • It's A Date Again by Jeneva Rose
    • My Roommate is a Vampire by Jenna Levine

    Extra Link:

    • Abby Jimenez Fan Facebook Group

    For links to the books discussed in this episode, click the link here to take you to the Google Doc to view the list. 

    For episode feedback, future reading and author recommendations, you can text the podcast by clicking the "Send us a message button" above. 

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    33 min
  • Currently Reading in January - Part One

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    Today on Where I Left Off, a bookish podcast, I'm revealing what I've been reading lately from thrillers to romance novels. Pick up one of these books and find your next great read and enjoy my plot summaries to see which you'll try first. 

    I record episodes ahead of time, so if you hear me reference my old name The Overdressed Teachers, don't worry, I'm officially Where I Left Off and covering all things book related. 

    Currently Reading Book List:

    • Next-Door Nemesis by Alexa Martin
    • The Only Survivors by Megan Miranda
    • Check & Mate by Ali Hazelwood
    • Final Girls by Riley Sager
    • Lovelight Farms by B.K. Borison

    For links to the books discussed in this episode, click the link here to take you to the Google Doc to view the list. 

    For episode feedback, future reading and author recommendations, you can text the podcast by clicking the "Send us a message button" above. 

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    37 min
  • If You Like This, Try This Book Edition

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     Inspired by Niah Freed, @NovelNiah's, idea If You Didn't Like This, You'll Like This, in this episode, we're talking about If You Like This, Try This - Book Edition. What can I say? I'm an optimist.

    If you tend to read stand alone books that don't belong to a series, but don't want to give up on the same trope or overall feeling, try one of my suggestions.

    TBR (To Be Read) List:

    Romance:

    • Morbidly Yours by Ivy Fairbanks
    • Mr. Fixer Upper by Lucy Score
    • Technically Yours by Denise Williams
    • Better Than Fiction by Alexa Martin

    Thriller:

    • 27 Minutes by Ashely Tate
    • I Did It For You by Amy Engel
    • First Lie Wins by Ashley 
    • The Last Time I Lied by Riley Sager
    • Everyone Here is Lying by Shari Lapena


    Book List:

    • The Upside of Falling by Alex Light and Begin Again by Emma Lord
    • Hello Stranger by Katherine Center and It's A Date Again by Jeneva Rose
    • Survive the Night by Riley Sager and Five Total Stranger by Natalie Richards
    • Final Girls by Riley Sager and The Only Survivors by Megan Miranda
    • Reckless Girls by Rachel Hawkins and The River At Night by Erica Ferencik

    For links to the books discussed in this episode, click the link here to take you to the Google Doc to view the list. 

    For episode feedback, future reading and author recommendations, you can text the podcast by clicking the "Send us a message button" above. 

    For more, follow along on Instagram @whereileftoffpod.

    23 min
  • Part Two : The Bookish Guide to 2024 New Releases

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    If you're like me, you're already planning how many of your auto-buy authors' latest novels will fit on your bookshelf. To get insight on the plot's of the latest novels releasing in 2024, take a listen to hear about all your favorite romance authors from Ali Hazelwood and Jessica Joyce to B.K. Borison.

    If you missed part one, listen here for a combination of mystery, thriller, and romance novels set to release in 2024. 

    So keep your book clubs posted and have your TBR list ready as we  delve into part two of The Bookish Guide to 2024 New Releases.

    Sources:

    • Goodreads Article - New Releases
    • Goodreads - Emily Henry
    • Ali Hazelwood Instagram
    • Jessica Joyce Instagram
    • Goodreads - Abby Jimenez
    • Goodreads - B.K. Borison
    • Goodreads - Courtney Walsh


    For links to the books discussed in this episode, click the link here to take you to the Google Doc to view the list. 

    For episode feedback, future reading and author recommendations, you can text the podcast by clicking the "Send us a message button" above. 

    For more, follow along on Instagram @whereileftoffpod.

    34 min
  • Part One: The Bookish Guide to 2024 New Releases

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    Ready for a look at the thrilling world of upcoming book releases for 2024? Hold on to your bookmarks because I'm taking you on a rollercoaster ride through the latest novels in mystery, thriller, and romance, sprinkling insider sneak peeks and predictions along the way. From dissecting plot synopses to pre-order tips, this episode guarantees to fuel your love for reading.

     Whether you're a die-hard fan of mystery, love a good thriller, or are a hopeless romantic, this in-depth exploration is a must-listen. Stay tuned for part two, coming soon. 

    Sources:

    • Goodreads Article
    • Katherine Center's Website
    • Katherine Center's Instagram
    • Sarah Adam's Instagram
    • Christina Lauren's Instagram
    • Megan Miranda's Instagram
    • Goodreads - Holly Jackson
    • Riley Sager's Instagram
    • Ruth Ware's Instagram
    • Stacey Willingham's Instagram

    For links to the books discussed in this episode, click the link here to take you to the Google Doc to view the list. 

    For episode feedback, future reading and author recommendations, you can text the podcast by clicking the "Send us a message button" above. 

    For more, follow along on Instagram @whereileftoffpod.

    36 min
  • Author Spotlight : Katherine Center

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    Welcome to The Overdressed Teachers podcast! In this special author spotlight episode, we dive deep into the enchanting world of bestselling romance author Katherine Center. Join me as I share my personal ranking of her novels and explore the magic that has captivated readers worldwide.

    Katherine Center has woven tales of love, resilience, and self-discovery, and in this episode, we celebrate her unique voice and storytelling magic. From heartwarming narratives to empowering journeys, each of her novels has left an indelible mark on the romance genre.


    I'll be sharing my personal ranking of Katherine Center's novels, discussing the themes that resonate throughout her work, and delving into the reasons behind the enduring popularity of her stories. Whether you're a longtime fan or new to her work, this episode offers insights into the brilliance of Katherine Center's storytelling.

    But that's not all! We'll also explore the two book-to-movie adaptations inspired by Center's work. From the page to the screen, her characters and narratives come to life in a whole new way.

    So grab your favorite cozy blanket, settle into your favorite reading nook, and join me for an exploration of Katherine Center's novels. Whether you're looking for a new book to add to your TBR list or you're a devoted fan, this episode is a celebration of the magic that happens when literature and love collide. Let's dive into the world of Katherine Center together!

    Books Discussed:

    • The Bodyguard
    • Things You Save in a Fire
    • Happiness for Beginners
    • Hello Stranger
    • What You Wish For
    • The Lost Husband
    • The Bright Side of Disaster

    Source:

    • Katherine Center's website

    For links to the books discussed in this episode, click the link here to take you to the Google Doc to view the list. 

    For episode feedback, future reading and author recommendations, you can text the podcast by clicking the "Send us a message button" above. 

    For more, follow along on Instagram @whereileftoffpod.

    52 min

About Where I Left Off

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Welcome to Where I Left Off, a bookish podcast. I'm your host, Kristen Bahls. Join me to hear my recommendations of a mix of romance, mystery, thriller, and young adult novels.

With a…