Speaking LITerally: Recent Episodes
Holly & Liz
Resident bookworms Liz & Holly explore their favorite world--BOOKS--in this all new podcast focused around new releases, old favorites, and everything in between.
What are you reading? Find our their favorites and upcoming reads along with stories from authors and more on Speaking LITerally!
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Rabbit Moon author Jan D Payne joins the show to share her passion of writing and how her background with the Navajo Nation has shaped her storytelling.
Spooky season is here, so we would not be doing our job without discussing some of our picks for the season. Books covered include Incidents Around the House by Josh Malerman, The Very Secret Society of Irregular Witches by Sangu Mandanna, and October Forever by Katie Cawood. Stephen King and Darcy Coates may also have been pulled into the conversation!
We also make our final predictions on who will win this year's Booker Prize, and the questions remains - will Holly remain undefeated in her predictions!
Banned Book Week 2025 is discussed as well as the exciting return of Reading Rainbow with it's new host plus so much more!
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About Speaking LITerally
Resident bookworms Liz & Holly explore their favorite world--BOOKS--in this all new podcast focused around new releases, old favorites, and everything in between.
What are you reading? Find our their favorites and upcoming reads along with stories from authors and more on Speaking LITerally!
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Prepare yourself for an epic adventure in this episode. There are more off-the-rails moment than in any recent episodes making it one of the most fun ones yet!
The Book Club girls have quite a bit to share about this new horror book by Nat Cassidy that explores the concept of what happens when we have the power to manifest your fears into real, tangible entities.
What else is in store? Well, what do the Babysitter's Club and KPop Demon Hunters have in common? Who is the mysterious author Evelyn Clarke? And, since when is Wuthering Heights a dark romance? All questions answered in the latest episode.
Books discussed in this episode include: The DaVinci Code by Dan Brown, The Irresistible Urge to Fall for Your Enemy by Brigitte Knightly and The Whalebone Theater by Joanna Quinn just to name a couple.
The real fun? The real fun in this episode comes in our Book Club Discussion and our notoriously crazy Speed-Round. We hope you enjoy listening as much as we enjoyed recording.
Next Episode will drop on October 6 when we welcome author Jan Payne to the show.
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About Speaking LITerally
Resident bookworms Liz & Holly explore their favorite world--BOOKS--in this all new podcast focused around new releases, old favorites, and everything in between.
What are you reading? Find our their favorites and upcoming reads along with stories from authors and more on Speaking LITerally!
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Laura Hern, author of The Lainey Maynard Mystery series, joins the show to to discuss her journey as an author.
Topics on the show also include adaptation updates, Hank Green's Focus Friend App and many book discussions and mentions: Strange Houses by Uketsu, Babel by FR Kuang, and Dungeon Crawler Carl by Matt Dinniman just to name a few.
When the Wolf Comes Home by Nat Cassidy will be the focus of the next episode's Book Club discussion. Don't miss it!
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About Speaking LITerally
Resident bookworms Liz & Holly explore their favorite world--BOOKS--in this all new podcast focused around new releases, old favorites, and everything in between.
What are you reading? Find our their favorites and upcoming reads along with stories from authors and more on Speaking LITerally!
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Indie romance author Kat Neil joins the show to discuss her series, In the Name of Love. Her series currently has 3 of the 4 books out now. Book 4 is set to be released in late 2025. You'll definitely want to check them out! We also discuss our favorite binge-worthy cooking shows!
There is much to discuss this time. Everything from the Jennifer Lynn Barnes book signing event, to book award nominees, to BookTok inspired EF Ultimate Break international tours - we are already packing our bags!
We also throw in a few books to discuss that include: From Below by Darcy Coates, Small Favors by Erin A Craig, and Automatic Noodles by Annalee Newitz just to name a few. We even provide a teaser for Leigh Bardugo's 3rd book in her Ninth House series.
Don't miss all the fun and take a listen!
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About Speaking LITerally
Resident bookworms Liz & Holly explore their favorite world--BOOKS--in this all new podcast focused around new releases, old favorites, and everything in between.
What are you reading? Find our their favorites and upcoming reads along with stories from authors and more on Speaking LITerally!
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The long awaited Dinner Party has arrived! So what does an author/character/podcast dinner party look like? What would a dinner at a swanky New York Italian restaurant look like with a group of fictional horror characters? What would their host gifts be? Take a listen and find out!
Also in this most recent episode, we discuss books including We Used to Live Here by Marcus Kliewer and Funny Story by Emily Henry. Other topics include AI, Stephen King's upcoming retelling of Hansel and Gretel and the Salt Path Scandal.
Indie author Kat Neil will be joining the show to discuss her books and her love of books and writing. Next episode drops on August 4.
Happy Reading
About Speaking LITerally
Resident bookworms Liz & Holly explore their favorite world--BOOKS--in this all new podcast focused around new releases, old favorites, and everything in between.
What are you reading? Find our their favorites and upcoming reads along with stories from authors and more on Speaking LITerally!
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With our 4th year anniversary show comes a first for us - a show trigger warning, please see ending note.
Book Club this month is JA Forde's "On a Flight to Sydney." According to a Steph during the show this is "one of my favorite romcoms!" Yep, this book is a perfect summer read, and it becomes one of our longer talks as while it is a sweet romance on the surface, there is so much more.
In this episode, we also discuss the decrease in reading and reading development in children 8-18 as well as doom-scrolling and Book Crawls.
Books discussed include:
- "The Devil Wears Prada" by Lauren Weisberger
- "Ship of Magic" by Robin Hobb
- "Legends & Lattes" by Travis Baldree
- "Shield of Sparrows" by Devney Perry.
Take note that our book club discussion becomes a very personal conversation regarding topics of abuse, PTSD/Trauma and sexual assault. If these are triggers for you, please be aware.
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About Speaking LITerally
Resident bookworms Liz & Holly explore their favorite world--BOOKS--in this all new podcast focused around new releases, old favorites, and everything in between.
What are you reading? Find our their favorites and upcoming reads along with stories from authors and more on Speaking LITerally!
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Dive into the world of books with us again this month as we discuss a wide variety of bookish things including thoughts on the cast for Sunrise on the Reaping and the July release of the Netflix adaptation of Remarkedly Bright Creatures.
Joining the show this month is return Indie author, Jessika Grewe Glover, who discusses her new release, BloodLily, a very spicy vampire romance!
Also discussed are the books Aftertaste by Daria Lavelle, Deep Cuts by Holly Brickley and more!
What are you doing on May 21? Have kids in your life? Join the millions of children around the world taking part in Australia's Simultaneous Storytime and read The Truck Cat by Deborah Frenkel
Don't miss another amazing episode!
HappyReading
About Speaking LITerally
Resident bookworms Liz & Holly explore their favorite world--BOOKS--in this all new podcast focused around new releases, old favorites, and everything in between.
What are you reading? Find our their favorites and upcoming reads along with stories from authors and more on Speaking LITerally!
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Becca Lopez, owner of Bookish Becca, Co., joins the show to discuss her shop - how she got started, her goals, and even the challenges of being a small business owner. Her online shop focuses primarily on candles, wax melts, lotions and soaps that are bookishly inspired.
Did you know that April 26 is Indie Bookstore Day? We share some information regarding this annual event, plus we provide updates on the UK beginning to feel some book banning pressure from the US. And, finally, what is your bedtime routine? It might not be listening to the audiobook of The Great Gatsby every night, but maybe it is.
Don't miss this fun epsiode where we also dive into book tropes. Specific books discussed include Killers of a Certain Age by Deanna Raybourn and Bloodlily by Jessika Grewe Glover (who will be our guest on our next episode!)
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About Speaking LITerally
Resident bookworms Liz & Holly explore their favorite world--BOOKS--in this all new podcast focused around new releases, old favorites, and everything in between.
What are you reading? Find our their favorites and upcoming reads along with stories from authors and more on Speaking LITerally!
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Jenn Bouchard returns to the show to discuss her new book Considering Us, a fun story that won't leave you sad about a young private chef who takes on the role of Director of Dining at a New England boarding school after facing a scandal in Boston.
Not only do we get to welcome back a return author, but you also won't want to miss our discussions on several books and bookish topics including:
- The Sunrise on the Reaping hype
- Ali Hazelwood & Kimberly Lemming and the Tucson Festival of Books recap
- The Outsiders by SE Hinton
- And, not book related, but we do get the gruesome story of President James Garfield's assassination.
There is plenty more fun to be had. Just like with books, we don't want to give away all the spoilers! So relax and take a listen.
HappyReading
About Speaking LITerally
Resident bookworms Liz & Holly explore their favorite world--BOOKS--in this all new podcast focused around new releases, old favorites, and everything in between.
What are you reading? Find our their favorites and upcoming reads along with stories from authors and more on Speaking LITerally!
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What an episode this turned out to be! The moral and ethical roller coaster that our speed round takes us on was unexpected, but so, so good! And, all based off of ideas discussed throughout our book club chat on Noni's hit YA book, "The Prison Healer."
Besides an in-depth analysis of our March Book Club pick, there was much to discuss:
- 2025 Indieverse Award nominations are out - Speaking LITerally Podcast is up for THREE!
- New UK Campaign - Make It Fair
- Traveling Books
- Preview of Sunrise on the Reaping by Suzanne Collins
Other books that are addressed in this episode include, but aren't limited to:
- Tell Me You Trust Me by Elle Owens
- The Serpent and the Wings of Night by Carissa Broadbent
- Aurora Rising by Amy Kaufman and Jay Kristoff
- Considering Us by Jenn Bouchard
Next episode dropping on March 24 will feature guest Indie author Jenn Bouchard.
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About Speaking LITerally
Resident bookworms Liz & Holly explore their favorite world--BOOKS--in this all new podcast focused around new releases, old favorites, and everything in between.
What are you reading? Find our their favorites and upcoming reads along with stories from authors and more on Speaking LITerally!
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Author Jaqueline Snowe joins the show to talk all things romance, specifically sports romance, and to discuss her debut thriller, Tell Me You Trust Me, that will be released on February 11 under the name Elle Owens.
Onyx Storm is all the rage right now, so there is a deep dive into the book, and thoughts and opinions are shared! Be aware there are spoilers on Onyx Storm that you may want to skip to avoid.
Other topics include, Author's Guild new "Human Authored" certification, book adaptations nominated for Academy Awards, and so much more.
The Book Club is reunited for the first time in 2025 in the next episode which drops March 3rd!
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About Speaking LITerally
Resident bookworms Liz & Holly explore their favorite world--BOOKS--in this all new podcast focused around new releases, old favorites, and everything in between.
What are you reading? Find our their favorites and upcoming reads along with stories from authors and more on Speaking LITerally!
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Hello episode 50! With the first official episode of 2025, the bookish duo rings in a new year with their 50th episode and a fantastic guest author!
Join them in welcoming award winning author Kevin Wolf to the show to talk about his contemporary western fiction mysteries.
Not only is Kevin a fantastic guest, but there are also many discussions revolving around the Tracy Wolff copyright infringement lawsuit, the release of Onyx Storm, and so much more.
Books discussed this episode include: Quicksilver, Orbital, The Heartless Hunter, Crave, and Trialridge just to name a few.
Thank you for coming back for episode 50, and here's to the next 50.
The next episode will drop in February with yet another amazing guest author - this time in the world of romance. You won't want to miss it.
HappyReading
About Speaking LITerally
Resident bookworms Liz & Holly explore their favorite world--BOOKS--in this all new podcast focused around new releases, old favorites, and everything in between.
What are you reading? Find our their favorites and upcoming reads along with stories from authors and more on Speaking LITerally!
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Join Liz & Holly on Speaking LITerally #49 for a bookish look back at 2024!
2024 was another amazing book year! Join Holly and Liz as they reflect on the all the adventures shared over the past year. From Book Club discussions to amazing author interviews, 2024 has been a fun ride.
In this Year in Review, the bookish friends discuss their favorite reads and what they feel was the best book of the year. Liz also teaches Holly how to DNF a book. Nonfiction to romance to fantasy to thrillers are all discussed in this jam packed episode.
The duo will be back with their 50th episode on January 13 when they welcome their first guest author of the year, Kevin Wolf.
HappyReading
About Speaking LITerally
Resident bookworms Liz & Holly explore their favorite world--BOOKS--in this all new podcast focused around new releases, old favorites, and everything in between.
What are you reading? Find our their favorites and upcoming reads along with stories from authors and more on Speaking LITerally!
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'Tis the season for Book Awards and holiday reads! This month we have an exciting episode filled with talks of book award winners, Kindle news and a little bit of romance.
Holiday book discussions include thoughts on How My Neighbor Stole Christmas by Meghan Quinn and My December Darling by Lauren Asher before jumping into our Book Club discussion of the Victorian holiday novella, A Holiday by Gaslight by Mimi Matthews.
While Matthews book is sweet and romantic, it is surprising how quickly the discussion turned to more spicy topics in romance books. What do spreadsheets have to do with spice? Well, you'll need to check out this episode to learn more.
We will be back in a couple weeks with one of our favorite episodes of the year - Year in Review! Until then, Happy Reading!
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About Speaking LITerally
Resident bookworms Liz & Holly explore their favorite world--BOOKS--in this all new podcast focused around new releases, old favorites, and everything in between.
What are you reading? Find our their favorites and upcoming reads along with stories from authors and more on Speaking LITerally!
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The holiday season is upon us. And as always, there is so much to talk about when it comes to the world of books! So, what will you get in this episode?
- The Booker Prize challenge winner
- Update on NaNoWriMo
- Mini-Book Discussions
- Engaging interview with Author DW Brooks
Plus a whole lot of fun and laughs! Don't miss it!
HappyReading
About Speaking LITerally
Resident bookworms Liz & Holly explore their favorite world--BOOKS--in this all new podcast focused around new releases, old favorites, and everything in between.
What are you reading? Find our their favorites and upcoming reads along with stories from authors and more on Speaking LITerally!
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It's October - one of the best times of the year! Join us as we take on all the fun of the spooky season!
Besides our chat on upcoming book adaptations, a mention of a recent Disneyland trip and an upcoming Ireland trip, and NaNoWriMo goals, we discuss many books that might give you something to add to your end of the month reading list.
Just a small sampling of the books we discuss:
- Slewfeet by Brom
- Chasing the Boogeyman by Richard Chizmar
- Dreamcatcher by Stephen King
- Witchy Sour by Gina LaManna
- Eyes of Darkness by Dean Koontz
- The Church Beneath the Roots by Felix Blackwell
What more would you want during October than witches, vampires, werewolves, ghosts, zombies and all matters of things that go bump in the night? Well, if you are a Robin Cook fan you're in luck! We do a little dive into medical thrillers as well.
There is definitely something for everyone this month don't miss out. We will be back next month with a guest author!
Don't forget to vote for us beginning Nov. 1 for the Indieverse Awards!
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About Speaking LITerally
Resident bookworms Liz & Holly explore their favorite world--BOOKS--in this all new podcast focused around new releases, old favorites, and everything in between.
What are you reading? Find our their favorites and upcoming reads along with stories from authors and more on Speaking LITerally!
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What's in store for you in the latest episode? More of what you have come to expect and love from Speaking LITerally! We give our respects to Dame Maggie Smith, discuss the end of Banned Books Week 2024, and make our formal Booker Prize predictions.
Sarah Chamberlain's new book, Slow Burn, and Hooked by Emily McIntire get some mini book discussion air time. And, this is all before we welcome Indie author, Madeleine Elizabeth to the show.
While Madeleine shares her thoughts and ideas on her debut novel, Castle Witch, she also discusses multiple Taylors, Maine lobsters, the importance of Finding Nemo, and the power of traditional literary elements.
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About Speaking LITerally
Resident bookworms Liz & Holly explore their favorite world--BOOKS--in this all new podcast focused around new releases, old favorites, and everything in between.
What are you reading? Find our their favorites and upcoming reads along with stories from authors and more on Speaking LITerally!
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It's September, which means it's time to kick off spooky season. Nothing does that better than bringing together the Speaking LITerally Book Club girls for one of our best book discussions to date! What book? Darcy Coates' Gallows Hill! Get ready for a great time!
The Gilmore Girls and Hypnovels are also topics discussed in between book conversations which include The Host by Stephanie Myers, Empire of the Vampire by Jay Kristoff and One Dark Window by Rachel Gillig.
It may be one of the longer episodes, but you won't regret sticking with it until the end. The speed round game this episode is definitely one for the books.
HappyReading
About Speaking LITerally
Resident bookworms Liz & Holly explore their favorite world--BOOKS--in this all new podcast focused around new releases, old favorites, and everything in between.
What are you reading? Find our their favorites and upcoming reads along with stories from authors and more on Speaking LITerally!
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It's not just Instagram and TikTok. Instead, it's been Bookstagram and Booktok for quite some time! Holly and Liz take on exploring the influence of social media in the literary world, more specifically, their own literary worlds.
The bookish duo are both feeling quite under the weather, but that doesn't keep them from having fun and discussing everything from the rise of book clubs and book events for Gen Z to the recent BookTok Awards and everything in between!
Books mentioned this month include: The God of Woods by Liz Moore, The Taking by Dean Koontz, The Last House on Needless Street by Catriona Ward, You Like it Darker by Stephen King, 50 Shades of Grey by EL James, and so many more that.
The question remains, how has social media influenced your literary journey?
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About Speaking LITerally
Resident bookworms Liz & Holly explore their favorite world--BOOKS--in this all new podcast focused around new releases, old favorites, and everything in between.
What are you reading? Find our their favorites and upcoming reads along with stories from authors and more on Speaking LITerally!
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This is a great episode with not just one special guest, but two!
After sharing some of the latest bookish news, Holly's 15-year-old daughter Penelope joins the show to participate in a book talk on the newest book in the Inheritance Games series, The Grandest Game, by Jennifer Lynn Barnes. She's quite opinionated, especially about Grayson.
Then author Kimberly Burns shares her passion for historical fiction and the women of the Old West. As an indie author, she talks about her experiences and the women whose stories she wants to tell, like Mattie Silks and "Baby Doe" Mrs. Tabor. Kim also describes some the Museums of Prostitution that were visited during her research!
As always, it's a fun and wild episode. The Book Club Ladies will all be back September 9, to kick off fall and spooky reading season with a discussion of Gallows Hill by Darcy Coates.
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About Speaking LITerally
Resident bookworms Liz & Holly explore their favorite world--BOOKS--in this all new podcast focused around new releases, old favorites, and everything in between.
What are you reading? Find our their favorites and upcoming reads along with stories from authors and more on Speaking LITerally!
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Indie author Bridget Van der Eyk joins the show to talk about her two romance books, 10 Dates and 3000 Words. Bridget is one of the most bubbly, friendly and carefree people you will meet, and the interview was an absolute blast!
Bridget shares her story of self publishing, her inspiration for the story, snippets of her life and what it's like to be an Australian author writing books about the United States. Bridget is also a 2024 Indieverse Award nominee for Best Romance Novel, so don't miss this episode. We will definitely want to learn more about her and her books - not to mention her WIPs!
Also in this episode, Holly and Liz give a mid-year check in on books read and anticipated reads. Fabulosa Books in San Francisco gets a little shout out as well.
Some of the books mentioned and discussed in this episode include Butcher and Blackbird, Seeds of Deception, The Serpent & Wings of Night, and The 57 Bus. Also discussed are The Grandest Game and TJ Klune's TWO upcoming releases.
Author CT Ortega gets huge shout out as his newest stand alone, Death's Loving Embrace, gets some high marks.
July is a bonus episode month, so be on the lookout for the next episode to drop on July 29
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About Speaking LITerally
Resident bookworms Liz & Holly explore their favorite world--BOOKS--in this all new podcast focused around new releases, old favorites, and everything in between.
What are you reading? Find our their favorites and upcoming reads along with stories from authors and more on Speaking LITerally!
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Join Holly & Liz as they celebrate 3 years of Speaking LITerally with a classic book club discussion!
This wouldn't be the three year anniversary show without without a little bit of fun and shenanigans.
Between the amazing book club discussion and the thought on the new Hunger Games books, there is a lot of talk about. Jinx by Jessica Huntley was a great book club choice. It it a deep and at times very emotional read.
Other books discussed include Butcher and Blackbird by Brynne Weaver, Well of Ascension by Brandon Sanderson and Remarkably Bright Creatures by Shelby Van Pelt.
It's a long one this one, so sit back and enjoy the books.
About Speaking LITerally
Resident bookworms Liz & Holly explore their favorite world--BOOKS--in this all new podcast focused around new releases, old favorites, and everything in between.
What are you reading? Find our their favorites and upcoming reads along with stories from authors and more on Speaking LITerally!
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It's Dark Academia time and the book duo couldn't be more excited. But there is so much to talk about in the book world. Author Jacqueline Wilson is bringing back the characters from her series "The Girls" 20 years later as adults. " Ransom Riggs is releasing a brand new Fantasy Series, his first since the "Miss Peregrine" series.
Plus conversations on books including Sweet Valley High, Mister Magic, Atlas Six, The Familiar, Babel, Ninth House, and several more.
This episode is not short on laughs, shenanigans, and lots of books. You won't want to miss it. The Book Club girls return June 17 for a discussion on Jinx by Indie Author, Jessica Huntley.
About Speaking LITerally
Resident bookworms Liz & Holly explore their favorite world--BOOKS--in this all new podcast focused around new releases, old favorites, and everything in between.
What are you reading? Find our their favorites and upcoming reads along with stories from authors and more on Speaking LITerally!
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Get ready for a jam packed episode! This month we are so excited to bring on multiple guests starting with Emily and Jody from Tucson Tome Gnome, a non-profit organization that brings books into the community every month in a Scavenger Hunt style. This is such an amazing organization created by three friends who have a passion of books. The origins of their partnership with author TJ Klune is a really cool story you won't want to miss.
We are also joined by Sarahlyn Bruck who discusses her new book Light of the Fire which is a great book focused on love, life, friendship, and the pressures of holding in a 20 year old secret.
AND, did you know that Holly Black is working on a strategy game? Well, we share what we know!
About Speaking LITerally
Resident bookworms Liz & Holly explore their favorite world--BOOKS--in this all new podcast focused around new releases, old favorites, and everything in between.
What are you reading? Find our their favorites and upcoming reads along with stories from authors and more on Speaking LITerally!
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It's Book Club Month!
Everyone in My Family has Killed Someone by Benjamin Stevenson is the topic for this month's discussion, and there is a split opinion on it.
Before the deep dive into the book, the book duo discuss topics including influential women authors in honor of International Women's Month, Audible's new royalty program, and Leigh Bardugo's new mega publishing deal just to name a few.
Some books mentioned in this episode include The Watchers, Belladonna, Vampires of El Norte, Necessary Lies and Everyone in My Family has Killed Someone.
About Speaking LITerally
Resident bookworms Liz & Holly explore their favorite world--BOOKS--in this all new podcast focused around new releases, old favorites, and everything in between.
What are you reading? Find our their favorites and upcoming reads along with stories from authors and more on Speaking LITerally!
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Author Katie Cawood joins the show to discuss her book Lesson Learned and the upcoming sequel, Love Lessons, that will be released on March 29. Katie's series is a workplace romance surrounding teachers. We have a fun conversation, including what her 12 year old son thinks.
There are also some lively discussions surrounding Romance Exclusive bookshops, Generation Z's reading preferences, and M. Night Shyamalan's upcoming movie adaption of AM Shine's The Watchers which will hit theaters in June.
Some of the books that come up in conversation include The Undertaking of Hart and Mercy, Belladonna and Unwind just to name a few.
About Speaking LITerally
Resident bookworms Liz & Holly explore their favorite world--BOOKS--in this all new podcast focused around new releases, old favorites, and everything in between.
What are you reading? Find our their favorites and upcoming reads along with stories from authors and more on Speaking LITerally!
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We are starting 2024 with a bang! Did you set a goal for the year to read more of your TBR list? It's great to have our first episode be on a topic like TBR lists as readers can relate.
Join us as we discuss all things TBR, identify some of the books that have been hanging out on our lists and what we plan to do about it.
We welcome special guest Kristina Carmela to discuss the 2024 Indieverse Awards. This is such a cool opportunity and one that we will be discussing and monitoring throughout the year. She shares everything you need to know about how to participate!
There is also some great discussion about Instagram engagement groups, Goodreads, Zooniverse and a whole bunch of books.
You don't want to miss the fun, the laughs, or the tangents. Take a listen!
About Speaking LITerally
Resident bookworms Liz & Holly explore their favorite world--BOOKS--in this all new podcast focused around new releases, old favorites, and everything in between.
What are you reading? Find our their favorites and upcoming reads along with stories from authors and more on Speaking LITerally!
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Happy New Year!
Welcome to 2024, but before we can embrace the new year, we must close out 2023. This past year has been full of ups and downs, but it didn't fail in providing some amazing reads.
After discussing a bedbug issue in a London Library and a research study on reading comprehension impact between print and digital books, the bookish friends dive into all the memorable books of 2023.
They discuss topics from the strangest books read to their top genres. The year in review wouldn't be complete without identifying their top monthly reads as well as their favorite book of the year. Spoiler alert - for the first time in podcast history, they picked a different top book!
There are romance and thrillers. There are fantasies and historical fiction. With a combined total of 128 books read between the pair in 2023, there is a lot to talk about.
About Speaking LITerally
Resident bookworms Liz & Holly explore their favorite world--BOOKS--in this all new podcast focused around new releases, old favorites, and everything in between.
What are you reading? Find our their favorites and upcoming reads along with stories from authors and more on Speaking LITerally!
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Speaking LITerally #33: Book Club featuring Winter Spirits: Ghostly Tales for Frosty Nights
It's Book Club time! This month's conversation focuses on Winter Spirits: Ghostly Tales for Frosty Nights. It is a collection of 12 short stories set to a Gothic tone. It was a very different read, but provided a lot of topics for discussion. There is also a bonus mini discussion on Iron Flame by Rebecca Yarros that you won't want to miss (no spoilers for this one.)
This month other topics include the 2023 Goodreads Choice Awards, 2023 Booker Prize winner, and the winner for the 2023 oddest book title. Beyond these, there is always so much fun bookish and non-bookish randomness to chat about. Have you heard of lebkuchen? Well, it's a brief topic of conversation.
As always, there are many laughs and so much fun to be had. So sit, back, relax, and take a listen. See you in 2024!
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Author Jes Smyth joins the show to discuss her debut novel, Time for Once, and drops a little exclusive piece of information regarding the upcoming release of her second novel, Dream for a Second.
The shenanigans are in full effort throughout this month's show which creates laugh after laugh. Naturally, Iron Flame by Rebecca Yarros is discussed (with no spoilers) because well, why would it not be discussed!? Additional topics this month include James Joyce, Shadow and Bone Season 3 update, Goodreads Book of the Year Voting, and music sensation Pink's partnership with PEN America.
Make sure to listen to the end, the show's traditional speed round is one to not be missed.
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Resident bookworms Liz & Holly explore their favorite world--BOOKS--in this all new podcast focused around new releases, old favorites, and everything in between.
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Welcome back to another adventure into the bookish world.
Liz and Holly have finally read their first Colleen Hoover book, Verity, and have quite a lot to say about it with their pals Stephanie and Jennifer as part of the book club discussion.
It's also Spooky Season, so it would be irresponsible to not talk about books for the season. Books discussed in this episode include: The September House by Clarissa Orlando, Gerald's Game by Stephen King, The Grand Hotel by Scott Kenemore, All Hallows by Christophers Golden plus a few of our other favorites.
Besides scary books and the breakdown of Verity, Bookish topics include AI's impact on the book world, the Booker Prize Shortlist, and more.
When they're Speaking LITerally, it's bound to a good time with plenty of shenanigans.
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Resident bookworms Liz & Holly explore their favorite world--BOOKS--in this all new podcast focused around new releases, old favorites, and everything in between.
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The book duo is back at it! This month they welcome author Peter D Baker to the show to discuss his novel, Rain City Gothic!
Additional book chat consists of Rachel Beanland's book talk debacle in Florida in regards to her new historical fiction book, The House is on Fire and our excitement over next month's release of Lessons In Chemistry on Apple TV.
Books discussed this month include:
- The 57 Bus by Dashka Slater
- Stars Like Gasoline by Jessika Grewe Glover
- The Brothers Hawthorne by Jennifer Lynne Barnes
- The Sanatorium by Sarah Pearse
- And several more
This episode goes from popcorn to politics., so be prepared!
Next month, they return with another Book Club episode focusing on Colleen Hoover's Verity. This will be the first Colleen Hoover book Holly and Liz have every read! You will definitely not want to miss it.
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Resident bookworms Liz & Holly explore their favorite world--BOOKS--in this all new podcast focused around new releases, old favorites, and everything in between.
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For this August bonus episode, Holly and Liz welcome back Steph and Jenn for a special Book Club focused on Fourth Wing by Rebecca Yarros. Spoilers, conspiracy theories, opinions, and predictions a plenty in this fun time for all.
Holly and Liz also share some information and their thoughts on Texas House Bill 900 and the idea that Stephen King books are YA. Not sure about that one! There are also plenty of other books mentioned and discussed besides Fourth Wing. Some of the books discussed in this episode include: The Westing Game by Ellen Raskin, The London Séance Society by Sarah Penner, The Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins and several more.
The dynamic duo will return on September 18 with special guest, author Peter D. Baker.
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Resident bookworms Liz & Holly explore their favorite world--BOOKS--in this all new podcast focused around new releases, old favorites, and everything in between.
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Who are some of your favorite characters? What is it that makes you love them so much? Join Holly and Liz as they discuss all things character related.
The duo also weighs in on the BookTok / Hockey controversary that seems to be making waves. Plus, there is plenty of books to discuss:
- Final Girls Support Group
- Tomorrow, Tomorrow and Tomorrow
- Janet Evanovich's Stephanie Plum series
- The House on the Cerulean Sea
- From Blood and Ash & A Soul of Ash and Blood
Just to name a few of the books that come up in conversation! The book buddies will be back in two weeks on August 21 with their next Book Club episode featuring an in-depth review and analysis of Fourth Wing by Rebecca Yarros. You won't want to miss it.
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Resident bookworms Liz & Holly explore their favorite world--BOOKS--in this all new podcast focused around new releases, old favorites, and everything in between.
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This month, the book duo is joined by Jenn Bouchard, author of First Course and the soon to be released, Palms on the Cape. Jenn is a fun, laid back author who shares a lot of insight into her books, her process, and the literary world.
Holly and Liz also share some thoughts on upcoming adaptions including Wonka; Red, White and Royal Blue; and The Lunar Chronicles to name a few. Oh, and Adam Driver as Snape? In true fashion, there is a lot of laughter, fun and bookish nonsense. Listen to partake in the fun.
About Speaking LITerallyResident bookworms Liz & Holly explore their favorite world--BOOKS--in this all new podcast focused around new releases, old favorites, and everything in between.
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Holly and Liz celebrate their two year anniversary of the podcast with a little look back on some of the fun times they've had while discussing everything from the Shutdown/Quarantine of the pandemic to starting their bookstagram accounts. But, there is also much to be covered from A Court of Silver Flames by Sarah J Maas to Pineapple Street by Jenny Jackson, to all sorts of references to other books including the Serpent and Dove Series and a new book coming this fall from that world.
Jenn and Steph then join for a book club discussion of Emily Henry's new book, Happy Place which is so much more than a simple rom-com.
The bookish duo will be back July 17 when they welcome author Jenn Bouchard on to discuss her book First Course as well as her up coming October release.
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Welcome to the Wizarding World of Harry Potter! Liz and Holly take a deep dive into the ins and outs of this high impacting series, what the impacts it has had on readers and literature and why, plus they share their own personal thoughts, as always.
This episode goes off the rails a little bit with some unexpected shenanigans through Liz insulting Holly and Holly's attempts to discuss a book that she "doesn't not like." As always, it is a great time talking about Little Free Libraries and books that include Legendborn, I Married a Naga, Lessons in Chemistry, and more.
Hope you enjoy it as much as they enjoyed recording it. The duo will be back in early June with the Book Club episode discussing, Emily Henry's Happy Place.
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Resident bookworms Liz & Holly explore their favorite world--BOOKS--in this all new podcast focused around new releases, old favorites, and everything in between.
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Join us in welcoming author Jessika Grewe Glover back to the show! She first appeared just before the release of her first novel, Another Beasts Skin, back in 2021 and now we are helping to kick off the release of her latest book, Stars Like Gasoline, which is available on April 25.
This episode al incudes conversations around the Royal Shakespeare Company's adaption of Hamnet, The HBO Max's Harry Potter series announcement, plus these are some of the books discussed: The Silent Project, One of Us Is Dead, Vox and Devolution. There is also a brief discussion about the girl fight that is occurring on the New York Times Best Sellers List.
It's always a fun time! If you love art and books, then this is an episode you won't want to miss! We'll be back in May for our highly anticipated Wizarding World of Harry Potter episode that will drop on May 22.
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Resident bookworms Liz & Holly explore their favorite world--BOOKS--in this all new podcast focused around new releases, old favorites, and everything in between.
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The Book Club is back and tackles Stephen King's 11-22-63 in this month's episode of Speaking LITerally. Not only are JFK conspiracy theories discussed but also how this particular book is part fantasy, part love story, and even part horror. The group has some strong opinions and thoughts on all aspects of this daunting novel.
Holly and Liz also take some time to discuss Roald Dahl and the controversary over the UK's plans for releasing censored editions of his books well as some upcoming book adaptations. The duo will be back April 17 with author Jessika Grewe Glover in advance of the release of her new book, Stars Like Gasoline
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Resident bookworms Liz & Holly explore their favorite world--BOOKS--in this all new podcast focused around new releases, old favorites, and everything in between.
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Love is in the air this month! Join Liz and Holly as they discuss the soring popularity of the romance genre. They share their thoughts and ideas about tropes and even chat a little about Fifty Shades of Grey. Books discussed include Lessons in Chemistry, Thursday Murder Club, A Fault in Our Stars and The Love Hypothesis.
This month the book duo is joined by Words & Kisses Bookshop owner, Amy. She shares some insight and perspectives on Romance and how her online Romance Bookstore came to be. Amy also provides several great book recommendations to get you ready for Valentine's Day.
It is once again an episode of off the wall bookish craziness with some popular technology mishaps. It is a fun time for all. You won't want to miss it.
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Resident bookworms Liz & Holly explore their favorite world--BOOKS--in this all new podcast focused around new releases, old favorites, and everything in between.
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Happy New Year! Liz and Holly are excited to be back after their holiday break to kick off a new year of reading and all sorts of bookish fun.
Get comfy as this is the longest episode in the show's history, but it is one of the most fun. The Queens of Tangents show their talents by talking about ancestry, teenage angst, Prince Harry and other nonsense all while still sharing their bookish opinions.
This month there is discussion around AI narrated audio books, Leigh Bardugo's Book Tour, the value of best seller lists and, of course, the focus of the show - 2022 Year in Review. These bookish buddies share their favorite and not so favorite reads of the past year.
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Resident bookworms Liz & Holly explore their favorite world--BOOKS--in this all new podcast focused around new releases, old favorites, and everything in between.
What are you reading? Find our their favorites and upcoming reads along with stories from authors and more on Speaking LITerally!
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The Speaking LITerally Book Club is back in action discussing Sarah Hogle's Just Like Magic in this month's episode.
Enjoy ringing in the holidays with Holly and Liz's thoughts, recommendations and discussions surrounding seasonal reads that are sure to get you in the holiday spirit. They also provide a NaNoWriMo wrap up and what to watch on the Goodreads Book of the Year list.
The bookworms will be back in January with the 2022 Year In Review episode to kick off a new year of reading!
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About Speaking LITerally
Resident bookworms Liz & Holly explore their favorite world--BOOKS--in this all new podcast focused around new releases, old favorites, and everything in between.
What are you reading? Find our their favorites and upcoming reads along with stories from authors and more on Speaking LITerally!
Liz and Holly welcome Jason Rekulak, author of the bestselling novel Hidden Pictures, to the show. He shares insight into his writing process and how he developed the ideas and characters behind the popular thriller.
The show wouldn't be complete without some insight into other hot literary topics like NaNoWriMo and The Booker Prize as well as a discussion of one of duo's favorite reads of October, Stolen Tongues by Felix Blackwell.
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About Speaking LITerallyResident bookworms Liz & Holly explore their favorite world--BOOKS--in this all new podcast focused around new releases, old favorites, and everything in between.
What are you reading? Find our their favorites and upcoming reads along with stories from authors and more on Speaking LITerally!
Speaking LITerally Book Club is back! This month, Jenn and Steph rejoin Holly and Liz for a very series discussion of Sarah Gailey's Just Like Home. All four have very different opinions on this book, but beware--there are plenty of spoilers.
Liz and Holly also spend some time chatting about the Nobel Prize for Literature and the upcoming NaNoWriMo! You will not walk away from this one without sharing in the laughter.
About Speaking LITerallyResident bookworms Liz & Holly explore their favorite world--BOOKS--in this all new podcast focused around new releases, old favorites, and everything in between.
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Join us this for a fun episode discussing Retellings! What is your favorite? Peter Pan retellings seem to be popular right now. What about Alice in Wonderland or Beauty and the Beast?
As always, there are plenty of shenanigans to be had as we discuss everything from the Booker Prize Short list, the longest single volume book EVER, and our raving opinions of Tomorrow and Tomorrow and Tomorrow by Gabrielle Zevin.
Oh, and our dramatic Colleen Hoover bet has come to an end, listen to find out who won as well as to hear the new bet!
About Speaking LITerallyResident bookworms Liz & Holly explore their favorite world--BOOKS--in this all new podcast focused around new releases, old favorites, and everything in between.
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Welcome the first ever Speaking LITerally Book Club! This month Holly and Liz enjoy sharing some information about the Booker Prize nominee long list and the upcoming America's Next Great Writer reality TV show. Also, The Way of the Dragon by CT Ortega becomes the focus on what we have recently read!!
But, it all leads to the book club discussion of Our Crooked Hearts by Melissa Albert. This turned out to be an amazing discussion with two additional bookish friends, Jenn and Steph. We discuss the ins and outs of the book and our takes and opinions on style, characters, conflict, conclusion and so much more. There are several spoilers, but honestly if you haven't read the book, the spoilers might actually make you want to read it more.
We'll be back in September with another guest author! Happy Reading.
Nothing says summer better than a fun rom-com. Join us for a fun-filled author interview with Gillian Libby. Her debut book, Four Ways to Wear a Dress, hit stores last month. We talk everything form surfing and little black dresses to being dance moms and social media. Gillian is an amazing person and her fun personality definitely comes through in her writing!
What else is in store on this month's episode? Well, we discuss Where the Crawdad's Sing, Under the Whispering Door, and Priory of the Orange Tree. Fun fact, apparently our technology doesn't like the heat. We explain this too along with the knowledge that Harper Collins has approved a union strike!
Another month, another fun episode with book talk, laughter, and shenanigans. We'll be back on August 8!
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It's the 1 Year Bookish Anniversary of Speaking LITerarlly! Holly and Liz reflect on all the shenanigans of the past year, the authors met and the books read, and share some exciting news for year two.
This month the duo discusses Rule of Wolves by Leigh Bardugo, Book Lovers by Emily Henry and Hidden Pictures by Jason Rekulak. In the world of news, they discuss the unburnable Handmaid's Tale, LGBTQ books surging sales, and Holly Black's announcement of a new Duology.
Without any more spoilers, this episode is an emotional rollercoaster, and one you won't want to miss.
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Holly & Liz are joined by fiction author SC Jensen, plus bookish news, 2022 Pulitzer Price winners,
Holly and Liz are back for another adventure into the book world! This month they welcome Canadian fiction author SC Jensen to the show. They discuss Jensen's cyberpunk Sci-Fi series Bubbles In Space, her other series, and the role that technology plays in our lives today. Naturally,
Holly and Liz share some bookish news to kick this off including the coming soon book to screen adaptions, the 2022 Pulitzer Prize winners, and how some Texans are fighting back after a country library banned books from its shelves. As always, the fun continues!
About Speaking LITerallyResident bookworms Liz & Holly explore their favorite world--BOOKS--in this all new podcast focused around new releases, old favorites, and everything in between.
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Welcome to Fantastical Fantasies! This month Holly and Liz take a closer look on what makes this particular genre what it is and just how far reaching it has become. From Charlie and the Chocolate Factory and Alice in Wonderland to A Court of Thorns and Roses and Harry Potter, fantasies have impacted everyone to some degree.
Plus, there is plenty to talk about when it comes to Where the Crawdads Sing, Blood & Honey, and the Love Hypothesis. When you are a book lover, there is always so much to talk about.
Join Holly and Liz for their classical conversation in this month's episode. Which of the "classic" classics are must reads? Dracula? Pride and Prejudice? Where do modern classics land on the scale of importance?
These bookish friends discuss all of this while also talking about Andy Weir's Project Hail Mary and Allison Saft's new release, A Far Wilder Magic. Plus, get caught up on some book news highlights of the last month. Do you think an author should raise money on a crowdfunding site to pay for publishing their books? This is one of the topics that comes up this month.
About Speaking LITerallyResident bookworms Liz & Holly explore their favorite world--BOOKS--in this all new podcast focused around new releases, old favorites, and everything in between.
What are you reading? Find our their favorites and upcoming reads along with stories from authors and more on Speaking LITerally!
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Join Liz and Holly as they welcome author Amanda Prowse, a British author, penning 28 books who has be crowned the "Queen of Family Fiction" by the Daily Mail.
This is such an inspiration interview that will give you all the feels about books, literature but more importantly her approach to life, love and family. Amanda is hilarious and so relatable.
The bookish buddies also share their thoughts on book censorship and discuss the book adapted movies that are up for Academy Awards and BAFTAs.
If there is one episode you really need to listen to, it is this one.
Welcome to 2022! To kick off the new year Holly and Liz dive right in talking about the Harry Potter Reunion Show, our anticipated reads of the year, and our own Book Award winners. Prepare to laugh with us, or at us, as we get a little carried away with some of our thoughts and opinions!
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About Speaking LITerallyResident bookworms Liz & Holly explore their favorite world--BOOKS--in this all new podcast focused around new releases, old favorites, and everything in between.
What are you reading? Find our their favorites and upcoming reads along with stories from authors and more on Speaking LITerally!
2021 is coming to a close, so it's time to reflect on the best books of the year. Join Holly and Liz as they take a journey through the months sharing their favorite reads.
They also discuss the Goodreads books of the year, spend a little too much time talking bout the Grishaverse, and what the heck is Mince Pie?
Join them as they ring in the holidays and say farewell to 2021 in bookish style.
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About Speaking LITerallyResident bookworms Liz & Holly explore their favorite world--BOOKS--in this all new podcast focused around new releases, old favorites, and everything in between.
What are you reading? Find our their favorites and upcoming reads along with stories from authors and more on Speaking LITerally!
Holly and Liz have a lot to talk about this week! They discuss the increase of minority characters in children's books, the Kindle Vella, and the winner of the Booker Prize. Have you read The Last House on Needless Street? Well, the pair spend some time sharing why this was a five star book and a must read.
The highlight of this episode is the fun author interview with Jessika Grewe Glover to discuss her debut novel, Another Beast's Skin. There may be a slight disagreement regarding College Football, but you'll have to listen to know for sure.
The Book Buddies will be back with their Year in Review episode on December 20!
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On this week's Halloween Special, we welcome Tony, a Stephen King enthusiast, to discuss all things horror, thriller, and just creepy. Join us for a great conversation that includes book to movie horror adaptations and what we find scary in books.
As always, we share some of the most recent book news and thoughts. How do you feel about "DNF" books? Plus, we share our thoughts on what we've been reading the last few weeks.
About Speaking LITerallyResident bookworms Liz & Holly explore their favorite world--BOOKS--in this all new podcast focused around new releases, old favorites, and everything in between.
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Liz and Holly have quite a bit to say about some of the most popular series out there. So much so that this is an extra long episode. Get comfy as our they share the most current bookish news and let their opinions fly. Are you Team Stand Alone Books or Team Series??
About Speaking LITerallyResident bookworms Liz & Holly explore their favorite world--BOOKS--in this all new podcast focused around new releases, old favorites, and everything in between.
What are you reading? Find our their favorites and upcoming reads along with stories from authors and more on Speaking LITerally!
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Holly & Liz welcome Kate Allen, author of Fear of Flying, on board for an interview. They also dive into some book opinions, book news, and Holly learns there are 52 weeks in a year.
About Speaking LITerallyResident bookworms Liz & Holly explore their favorite world--BOOKS--in this all new podcast focused around new releases, old favorites, and everything in between.
What are you reading? Find our their favorites and upcoming reads along with stories from authors and more on Speaking LITerally!
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Holly & Liz welcome independent author and 20 year Army veteran, Caleb Ortega to discuss his series Warfare of the Gods, his path to becoming an author, and advice for anyone who wants to publish their own work--he is truly an inspiration.
Plus get your latest bookish news and, of course, what they're currently reading and thoughts on what they recently finished!
Don't miss this truly fun and insightful episode.
About Speaking LITerallyResident bookworms Liz & Holly explore their favorite world--BOOKS--in this all new podcast focused around new releases, old favorites, and everything in between.
What are you reading? Find our their favorites and upcoming reads along with stories from authors and more on Speaking LITerally!
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We discuss our favorite reads of the part month and what we are currently reading! So many good books out right now!!
This episodes topic is Beach Reads. What makes a beach read a beach read and why they are not all rom-coms. The Impact of COVID on traveling and how beach reads have in helping readers escape on adventures during the last year. And of course some of our beach read recommendations.
About Speaking LITerallyResident bookworms Liz & Holly explore their favorite world--BOOKS--in this all new podcast focused around new releases, old favorites, and everything in between.
What are you reading? Find our their favorites and upcoming reads along with stories from authors and more on Speaking LITerally!
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Learn more about Holly & Liz, and see their Top 6 of the first 6 months of 2021 on the debut episode of Speaking LITerally! This Week's Speaking LITerally* An introduction to Liz and Holly! * Upcoming book releases * Whatcha' Readin'? * Bookworm Q&A * Their Top 6 of The First 6! (months of the year, that is)
About Speaking LITerallyResident bookworms Liz & Holly explore their favorite world--BOOKS--in this all new podcast focused around new releases, old favorites, and everything in between. What are you reading? Find our their favorites and upcoming reads along with stories from authors and more on Speaking LITerally! Subscribe and follow for all of your bookish delight!
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The first episode of Speaking LITerally drops on Monday, June 14. Subscribe and follow for all of your bookish delight!
About Speaking LITerallyResident bookworms Liz & Holly explore their favorite world--BOOKS--in this all new podcast focused around new releases, old favorites, and everything in between.
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