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A podcast devoted to talking about books. Along with a monthly book club, Jayme and Sarah will be talking about what's on their shelves and which ones need to be on your TBR.
When was the last time you played MASH? Well, I think it's time we all get out our purple gel pens and get started. On this episode we play MASH to get a story idea started. You are going to want to hear the story AI came up with.
Summer is winding down, but our reading is not. On this episode we discuss the five books that have been on our shelves lately. Have you read them? Are you going to? Let us know. WE NEED TO KNOW! :)
Jayme's Shelf:
Yellow Wife by Sadeqa Johnson
Finding Grace by Loretta Rothschild
An Academic Affair by Jodi McAlister
Sarah's Shelf:
Into the Blue by Emma Brody
Thorn by Intisar Khanani
Let's BOOK CLUB this book! Hurry and press play, because you need to hear all of our thoughts about Mad Mabel by Sally Heppworth. I need to know what you thought. Listen and then immediately email us.
We are bringing you an interesting collection of book recommendations on this episode. If you are looking for a little magic or for a good nonfiction, then you will not be disappointed. Let us know which books you will be adding to your tbr or if you read any of these books. What do you think?
Sarah's Shelf:
One and Only by Maurene Goo
The Book Witch by Meg Shaffer
The Mystwick School of Musicraft by Jessica Khoury
Jayme's Shelf:
Erased by Anna Malaika Tubbs
A Fatal Inheritance by Lawrence Ingrassia
Are you ready for the best book quiz we have found so far? Get ready with your paper and pen because you are going to get a list of book recommendations. Ready, set, go! Happy summer reading.
Summer reading is in full force for us. We have so many books we want to talk about. Here are five that have been on our shelves lately. Have you read any? Which ones will you add to your shelf?
Jayme's Shelf:
Last Night Was Fun by Holly Michelle
If For Any Reason by Courtney Walsh
Strangers by Belle Burden
Sarah's Shelf:
Homeseeking by Karissa Chen
A Curious Kind of Magic by Mara Rutherford
We are so excited for book club and to talk about Good People by Patmeena Sabit. If you read along with us, let us know what you thought. We love when listerners/readers give us a different point of view.
Are you looking for a three, four or even five star book? Well then! You have come to the right place. On this episode, we discuss the books that have been on our shelves lately and whether you should add them to yours. Get your pen ready!
Sarah's Shelf:
Sense and Sensibility by Jane Austen
This Story Might Save Your Life by Tiffany Crum
Don't Forget to Write by Sara Goodman Confino
Jayme's Shelf:
She Didn't See It Coming by Shari Lapena
The Calamity Club by Kathryn Stockett
You know the drill. Listen to us take the quiz. You, take the quiz. Let us know what books you added to your list and PLEASE let us know if you have read any that we got. Deal?!
We are hitting summer hard with a great list of books on our shelves. And so many more on the horizon. Get ready to add some to your list. Please, if you have read any of these, let us know your thoughts.
Jayme's Shelf:
The Secret History of the Rape Kit by Pagan Kennedy
Confessions by Kanae Minato
Best Offer Wins by Marisa Kashino
Sarah's Shelf:
Yesteryear by Caro Claire Burke
Lady Tremaine by Rachel Hochhauser
Now that you have read the book, what did you think? Let's spill the tea about all things Brawler. Did you like it? Would you recommend it to your friends? We want to hear it all. And, on this episode you can listen to what we think of the book.
Brawler by Lauren Groff
Oh, man! Look at us bringing you more books. Your TBR must be so long. Well, you better keep reading because we have no plans on stopping. This episode will give you 5 books that you may or may not, want to read. Let us know which ones made the cut.
Sarah's Shelf:
When the Day Comes by Gabrielle Meyer
The Lion Women of Tehran by Marjan Kamali
Good Joy, Bad Joy by Mikki Brammer
Jayme's Shelf:
Chasing the Boogeyman by Richard Chizmar
Read Between the Lines by Rachel Lacey
We found a fun quiz that will give you a list of book recommendations. And they are good ones. If you've never taken a quiz with us, this is a good one to start with.
Are you ready for some good books? Well, get your pen and tbr list ready, because we have some for you. It's going to be a good summer for reading.
Jayme's Shelf:
Are You Mad At Me? by Meg Josephson
Memorial Drive by Natasha Trethewey
We Don't Talk About Carol by Kristen L. Berry
Sarah's Shelf:
The Words We Lost by Nicole Deese
The Quilters Apprentice by Jennifer Chiaverini
It's book club so let's get into it! Here is your spoiler alert, we are talking all things The Bright Years by Sarah Damoff. We want to know, what did you think?
Spring break had us both reading and we are ready to share. Are any of these titles on your tbr? Let us know if you read them what you think.
Sarah's Shelf:
The Conditions of Will by Jessa Hastings
The Restoration Garden by Sara Blaydes
The Other Bennet Sister by Janice Hadlow
Jayme's Shelf:
The Book Club for Troublesome Women by Marie Bostwick
Vinegar Girl by Anne Tyler
We were pleasantly surprised by this quiz. We thought we had figured it all out, but there was a twist at the end. It was fun to be proven wrong.
As usual, we are talking all things books and which ones have been on our shelves lately. We want to know, have you read any of these? And of course, what is on your shelf lately.
Jayme's Shelf:
How to Kill a Witch by Zoe Venditozzi
Being Mortal by Atul Tawanda
Nobody's Girl by Virginia Roberts Giuffre
Sarah's Shelf:
The Five Year Lie by Sarina Bowen
This Book Made Me Think of You by Libby Page
Our favorite episode of the month is here. It's book club! On this episode we talk all things I See You've Called in Dead by John Kenney. Whether you have read it or not, give it a listen and let us know what you thought.
I'm editing this episode pool side in 90 degree Phoenix, Arizona and getting excited about summer reading. It's just around the corner. Until then, here are some books you can read...
Sarah's Shelf:
The 12 Week Year by Brian P. Moran and Michael Lennington
Woman on Fire by Lisa Barr
A Proper Scandal by Esther Hatch
Jayme's Shelf:
The Indian Card by Carrie Lowry
Animal Farm by George Orwell
We have a bit of a weird list for you today. Reading outside of our norm. Have you read any of these? Share your thoughts if you have.
Jayme's Shelf:
The Intruder by Freida McFadden
Maggie; or, A Man and a Woman Walk Into a Bar by Katie Yee
The Dream Hotel by Laila Lalami
Sarah's Shelf:
Beautyland by Marie-Helene Bertino
Introducing Mrs. Collins by Rachel Parris
February Book Club is here! We are so excited to talk about A Heart That Works by Rob Delaney. This book has so many take aways and we truly feel we are better at humaning after reading it.
We've got some books to share with you today. Are they good books? You'll have to listen and see if you want to add them to your shelf as well. What have you been reading lately?
Sarah's Shelf:
The Future Saints by Ashley Winstead
Between the Devil and the Deep Blue Sea by Jessica Guerrieri
The Will of the Many by James Islington
Jayme's Shelf:
Cry For Me, Argentina by Tamara Yajia
Elevation by Stephen King
It has been awhile since we have taken a with with y'all. Here is a new one you might want to do to find out what kind of book you should read next. Try it out and see if it helps.
Reunited, and it feels so good! Sarah and I are back with a few books that have been on our shelves lately. What have you been reading? We would love to know.
Sarah's Shelf:
The Briars by Sarah Crouch
Cursed Daughters by Oynikan Braithwaite
Jayme's Shelf:
Heart the Lover by Lily King
Here for It by R. Eric Thomas
If you could redo anything in your life, would you? What would you redo. Twice by Mitch Albom gave us a lot to think about. If you read along with us, let us know what you thought.
New year, new reads. What is on your shelf this year? Here is what we have been reading. Grab a pen and write it down if you think you should be reading it as well.
Jayme's Shelf:
We Are All Guilty Here by Karin Slaughter
The Ex-Girlfriend Murder Club by Gloria Chao
John Candy: A Life in Comedy by Paul Myers
Sarah's Shelf:
The Secret by the Lake by Louise Douglas
Call of the Camino by Louise Douglas
The Unselected Journals of Emma M. Lion by Beth Brower
We are starting off the year by reflecting on all the book club picks from last year. Which book was your favorite? On this episode we refresh your memory of the books we read in 2025. Then you go to our instagram page and vote for which are your favorite 2. We can't wait to hear from you.
We are starting the new year a little different. But, don't worry. We will be back to normal soon. This episode is just what is on my shelf. Me being, Jayme. Sarah fans, don't worry, she will be back. Until then, I have some book recommendations for your new year!
Jayme's Shelf:
The Removed by Brandon Hobson
I'm thinking of Ending Things by Iain Reid
The Road to Tender Hearts by Annie Hartnett
It's book club time and Sarah and I are here for it. We talk all things, beginning to end of Theo of Golden by Allen Levi. If you read it, make sure to let us know what you thought.
Sarah is crushing it in the holiday book area! If you are looking for a good read to take you into Christmas, give this episode a listen. I'm confidant that you will find a good read.
Sarah's Shelf:
'Tis the Damn Season by Fiona Gibson
Not Quite Dead Yet by Holly Jackson
Cotswolds Holiday by Kasey Stockton
Jayme's Shelf:
Sandwich by Catherine Newman
Run For The Hills by Kevin Wilson
Lovelight Farms by B.K. Borison
It's our favorite time of year! Goodreads Choice Awards are out and we LOVE being able to vote and anticipate the announcement every year. On this episode we talk about the winners in each category and if we agree or not.
We have such a good list of books for you this week. There is nothing more motivating than the month of December and not having all your bookmarks on Goodreads! Hence, a great selection of books.
Jayme's Shelf:
The Most Wonderful Crime of the Year by Ally Carter
The Things We didn't Know by Elba Iris Perez
I Let You Go by Clare Mackintosh
Sarah's Shelf:
Everyone This Christmas Has a Secret by Benjamin Stevenson
Moon of the Turning Leaves by Waubgeshig Rice
The Secret of Secrets by Dan Brown
November book club is here and we are ready to talk. On this episode we discuss our thought about Between Two Kingdoms by Suleika Jaouad. If you have read it and what to hear our thoughts, hit play. If not, finish reading it and come back and listen. We'll wait.
It's turning into cozy reading season and we are in for it. On this episode, we share what books we have been reading lately and which ones you can put right back on the shelf.
Sarah's Shelf:
Seeking Persephone by Sarah M. Eden
One Golden Summer by Carley Fortune
The Santa Suit by Mary Kay Andrews
Jayme's Shelf:
Big Dumb Eyes by Nate Bargatze
More or Less Maddy by Lisa Genova
Replaceable You by Mary Roach
Wrapping up October with just a few books from each of our shelves. Have you read them? Are you going to add them to your shelf? Let us know what you think of these books.
Jayme's Shelf:
The Gift of Fear by Gavin de Becker
Spectacular Things by Beck Dorey-Stein
Sarah's Shelf:
House of Salt and Sorrows by Erin A. Craig
James by Percival Everett
We are ready to talk all things "Impossible Fortune" by Richard Osman. Are you? What did you think? The Thursday Murder Club returns to solve yet another murder. This unlikely group of investigators once again gets pulled into a car bomb, a disappearance and a murder. Who did it?
We pulled some good reads off of our shelves for you this week. It's a little of everything, so get your pens ready to jot down a few good reads.
Sarah's Shelf:
The View From Lake Como by Adriana Trigiani
The Correspondent by Virginia Evans
A Witches Guide to Magical Innkeeping by Sangu Mandanna
Jayme's Shelf:
The Netanyahus by Joshua Cohen
Matchmaking for Psychopaths by Tasha Coryell
Daughters of the Bamboo Grove by Barbara Demick
We have a super unique quiz for you today. Is it good or a bust? You will have to listen to find out. Please share your thoughts with us.
Get your tbr ready, because we have some books for you. On this episode we both review three books from off our shelfs. Have you already read any of them?
Sarah's Shelf:
Anne of Green Gables by L.M. Montgomery
These Summer Storms by Sarah MacLean
The Academy by Elin Hilderbrand
Jayme's Shelf:
The Woman in Suite 11 by Ruth Ware
I Cheerfully Refuse by Leif Enger
The Names by Florence Knapp
September book club is here! Let's talk all things the River is Waiting by Wally Lamb. Tell us what you thought.
A couple books from each of our shelves this week. Have you read them? Let us know if/when you do and what you thought. Would you recommend them?
Jayme's Shelf:
Inside the O'briens by Lisa Genova
A Family Matter by Claire Lynch
Sarah's Shelf:
Slanting Towards the Sea by Lidija Hilja
Demon Copperhead by Barbara Kingsolver
Get ready to take another quiz with us, cause our teenage selves need a quiz to tell us what book to read for fall.
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Fall Reading Quiz
As the school season starts, there is a buzzing of newness all around. My constant is reading. It brings me comfort during a time of change and newness. This episodes gives you a variety of genres so you can find some comfort as well.
Sarah's Shelf:
Miss Newbury's List by Megan Walker
Fever Beach by Carl Hiaasen
Ruthless Vows by Rebecca Ross
Jayme's Shelf:
The Sum of Us by Heather McGhee
The Devil Wears Scrubs by Freida McFadden
Marsha by Tourmaline
We have so much to say about The Women on Platform Two by Laura Anthony. There are so many story in history that deserve a bigger spot light and this is one of them. What did you think? What surprised you most? Let us know.
The Women on Platform Two by Laura Anthony
In 1970s Dublin, all forms of contraception are strictly forbidden, but an intrepid group of women will risk everything to change that in this sweeping, timely novel inspired by a remarkable and little-known true story.
Dublin, 1969: Maura has just married Dr. Christy Davenport and they look forward to growing their family. But as her husband’s vicious temper emerges, Maura worries that her home might never be safe for a child. Meanwhile, her close friend Bernie, a mother of three, learns the devastating news that if she conceives again, her health complications could prove fatal.
Dublin, 2023: A close call makes Saoirse realize that she may never want to be a mother. Little does she know that only a few decades ago, a group of women made this option possible for her. And she’s about to meet one of them…
The Women on Platform Two is a haunting, powerful story of feminine resistance and resilience that reminds us all of where we started—and how far we still have to go.
Wow! Is this a good list of books to add to your tbr. We are calling it the golden episode. So. Many. Good. Books! What do you think?
Jayme's Shelf:
Never Lie by Freida McFadden
Memorial Days by Geraldine Brooks
It's a Love Story by Annabel Monaghan
Sarah's Shelf:
A World of Curiosities by Louise Penny
The Memory Library by Kate Storey
The Girl with All the Gifts by M.R. Cary
What kind of students do you think Sarah and I are? Whose dog ate their homework and who's a front row Joe? Listen and find out. On this episode we take a literary quiz to see who is the gold star student. Who do you think it is?
We are back with a little of we have been reading lately. Have you read them? Do you need to read them? Only you can answer those questions. Let us know!
Jayme's Shelf:
The 10 by E.A. Hanks
Don't Let Him In by Lisa Jewell
Sarah's Shelf:
What Kind of Paradise by Jenelle Brown
Isola by Allegra Goodman
It's book club time! On this episode we are talking all things, The Story She Left Behind by Pattie Callahan Henry. Did you read along with us? What were your thoughts on this book? Listen to ours and see if you agree.
Summer reading is in full swing and we have some good books to share with you on this episode. Let us know if you have read any of them and whether you would recommend them or not.
Sarah's Shelf:
Write My Name Across the Sky by Barbara O'Neal
The Forty Rules of Love by Elif Shafak
Jayme's Shelf:
I Did Warn Her by Sian Gilbert
Pageboy by Elliot Page
Boy do we have a quiz for you this week. We are piggy backing on last weeks episode about the journalist that used AI to create a book list that was published. What he didn't check was, were the books real? If you didn't listen, go now. But, this week we found an AI quiz that we test to see if their are any hallucinations. Do you think their will be? Listen and find out.
We had an extra Monday this month, which gave us the perfect opportunity to talk about the craziness of AI hallucinations and how they recently showed up in the book industry. Have you found any good AI hallucinations? Please share if you have.
Do you need a little light summer reading, or would you like to sink your teeth into some non-fiction? Well, good thing we have both! Now everyone is happy and that is our goal. This is what we have read lately and whether or not you should read it next.
Jayme's Shelf:
The Romantic Tragedies of a Drama King by Harry Trevaldwyn
The Poison Squad by Deborah Blum
Sarah's Shelf:
Home of the American Circus by Allison Larkin
Atmosphere by Taylor Jenkins Reid
Oh, Fredrik! You have done it once again. Listen, as we tell you all the things we loved about My Friends by Fredrik Backman. He is such an amazing word smith. The way he magically weaves a story will leave you wanting more. At least it does for us. How about you? Let us know what you thought.
On this episode Sarah and I bring almost every rating. We are quite sure you will find something to add to your shelf. If you've read any, do you agree with our ratings? Let us know.
Sarah's Shelf:
What Does It Feel Like by Sophie Kinsella
The Griffin Sisters' Greatest Hits by Jennifer Weiner
There's Something About Mira by Sonali Dev
Jayme's Shelf:
Love, Theoretically by Ali Hazelwood
Nora Goes Off Script by Annabel Monaghan
Out On a Limb by Hannah Bonam-Young
We found a new quiz that gives a book recommendation. Are you going to like this one? Listen and find out if it's a quiz for you. Have you taken any online quizzes that we need to know about? Let us know.
Summer reading, here we come! Let's start of this summer right. Here are a few books we have read lately that you will want to add to your summer TBR. Get ready for some good summer reads.
Jayme's Shelf:
James by Percival Everett
Madness by Antonia Hylton
Connie: A Memoir by Connie Chung
Sarah's Shelf:
The Summer of Yes by Courtney Walsh
The Stationary Shop by Marjan Kamali
The Let Them Theory by Mel Robbins
Book club is here and we are ready to talk all things Broken Country by Clare Leslie Hall. We give you all our thoughts on the book. Now, send us yours.
Our late night book talks are sure to give you a few new stories for your TBR. Some fantasy and memoirs that you do not want to miss. Let us know which ones you add to your list or which ones you have read.
Sarah's Shelf:
Water Moon by Samantha Sotto Yambao
The Raven Boys by Maggie Stiefvater
Vera Wong's Guide to Snooping (On a Dead Man) by Jesse Q. Sutanto
Jayme's Shelf:
I'll Have What She's Having by Chelsea Handler
Stone Blind by Natalie Haynes
Be Ready When the Luck Happens by Ina Garten
What TV shows have you been binging lately? Well, depending on what it has been just might be the answer to what book you should read next. We took this fun quiz that did just that. Take it and let us know what book you put on your TBR.
Get ready to add some books to your shelf! On this episode, Sarah and I review a few books we have read lately and let you know if you should read them as well. Get ready to read!
Jayme's Shelf:
The World Record Book of Racist Stories by Amber Ruffin & Lacey Lamar
Love Anthony by Lisa Genova
In a Blink (The Never Girls, #1) by Kiki Thorpe
Sarah's Shelf:
The Last One at the Wedding by Jason Rekulak
The Magnificent Lives of Marjorie Post by Allison Pataki
SPOILER ALERT We are here for book club and boy are we ready to talk. On this episode we are talk about Tell Me What You Did by Carter Wilson. So, if you haven't read it yet, we'll wait......ok, we are ready to talk. Join us to see who liked it, and who didn't.
Our shelves were very full this week. On this episode we have a great list of books to choose from. Pick what sounds good to you and share the love. Please let us know what was on your shelf this week.
Sarah's Shelf:
From Here to the Great Unknown by Lisa Marie Presley and Riley Keough
Echo by Tracy Clark
Black Woods Blue Sky by Eowyn Ivey
Jayme's Shelf:
Beautiful Ugly by Alice Feeney
In Gad We Trust by Josh Gad
ADHD is Awesome by Penn Holderness and Kim Holderness
We had so much fun interviewing Brooklyn and Ryan as special guests on this episode. I love that no matter the age, gender or interest, book nerds can always have a meaningful and fun conversation about books. This is why we love reading. It really does bring people together.
Take a quick listen to the 2 books we each had on our shelves this week. If you are finishing up Spring Break or just getting started, add a few to your shelf. Then, let us know what you thought.
Sarah's Shelf:
The Vineyard at Painted Moon by Susan Mallery
The Same Bright Stars by Ethan Joella
Jayme's Shelf:
We All Live Here by Jojo Moyes
Everything is Tuberculosis by John Green
We are bringing in spring time with some books you should add to your tbr and some you should not. If you are getting ready for spring break and need some good books to pack, check out this episode. We are sure you will find what you need.
Sarah's Shelf:
The Opportunist by Elyse Friedman
Wild Dark Shore by Charlotte McConaghy
The Favorites by Layne Fargo
Jayme's Shelf:
Take My Hand by Dolan Perkins-Valdez
The Last Letter From Your Lover by Jojo Moyes
The Peacock Emporium by Jojo Moyes
WOW! Let's talk the downside of influencer life and social media consumption. We walked away with a completely different viewpoint of the effects of glorifying famedom. What did you learn after reading this book. Please share your opinions with us.
The House of My Mother by Shari Franke
We have a load of books on our shelves this week and are ready to talk. So, what kind of book are you looking for? Because, I'm sure we have the perfect one. Get ready to write down some titles and then let us know what you thought.
Sarah's Shelf:
The Outlaw Noble Salt by Amy Harmon
Lola in the Mirror by Trent Dalton
Paris: The Memoir by Paris Hilton
Jayme's Shelf:
Poor Dear by Claire Oshetsky
Murder Road by Simone St. James
Challenger by Adam Higginbotham
We are back with another quiz. This time to find the perfect crime novel for you. The quiz is found on the website Rec-it Rachel. If you take the quiz, let us know what you thought and what book you were recommended.
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The books on our shelf this week are all over the place. Fiction, nonfiction, historical fiction and a memoir. You are sure to find something that you want to read. Let us know what you choose for your tbr and if you liked it.
Jayme's Shelf:
Gates of Fire by Steven Pressfield
What An Owl Knows by Jennifer Ackerman
the Answer is NO by Fredrik Backman
Sarah's Shelf:
The Life Impossible by Matt Haig
Eleanore of Avignon by Elizabeth DeLozier
Dinner for Vampires by Bethany Joy Lenz
Let's talk all things Eddie Winston. A beautiful story "of friendship and kindness that reminds us that those we love are never forgotten and it is never too late to try again." If you read along with us, let us know what you thought. Did you love Eddie as much as we did?
Here we go again. Reading all the books, to help you create your dream tbr. Which of these books did you add to your tbr? Let us know if you have read any and what you thought.
Sarah's Shelf:
Here After by Amy Lin
The Teller of Small Fortunes by Julie Leong
Throwback by Maurene Goo
Jayme's Shelf:
All the Colors of the Dark by Chris Whitaker
Home is Where the Bodies Are by Jeneva Rose
Sociopath: A Memoir by Patric Gagne
Come check out a new book recommendation platform and see if it's any good. We took the quiz and found our book types. I hope we get some good recommendations.
Here we are, just reading through this frigid January, for you. The listener. The reader of good books. We will continue reading, so you always have titles on your tbr. You're Welcome!
Sarah's Shelf:
Intermezzo by Sally Rooney
I Am the Messenger by Markus Zusak
The Very Secret Society of Irregular Witches by Sangu Mandanna
Jayme's Shelf:
Ask Not by Maureen Callahan
The Borrowed Life of Frederick Fife by Anna Johnston
The Prize Winner of Defiance, Ohio by Terry Ryan
It's bookclub! Join us to hear what we thought about Kelly Bishop's book, The Third Gilmore Girl. Do you agree with us? Or do you have other thoughts? We want to hear...
We have books piled up that we have got to tell you about. Winter break had us both reading and we have enough books at this point to do a plethora of episodes. So listen today, and then keep listening, because we will keep you in books for the whole year.
Sarah's Shelf:
A Happier Life by Kristy Woodson Harvey
The Winternight Trilogy by Katherine Arden
Pack Up the Moon by Kristan Higgins
Jayme's Shelf:
Period. by Kate Clancy
The Swans of Fifth Avenue by Melanie Benjamin
Good Morning, Monster by Catherine Gildiner
On this episode, Sarah and I each pick our top three books of 2024. Have you read them? Which books made your tops list? We can't wait to find out.
This is a flashback episode to when we were babies, 4 years ago. We have come a long way. I hope you get a kick out of what newbies we were and also learn a little about who we are/were. Enjoy this trip down memory lane.
It's time to vote for This is Your Book Club's 2024 book club pick of the year. On this episode we quickly take you through a year in review of each months pick and remind you what we gave them. Remember to hop on our instagram page and vote for your favorite.
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December book club is here and we are ready to talk about Brightly shining by Ingvild Rishoi. Please share with us your thoughts on the ending, because we need to know!
Have you tried the Goodreads Reading Challenges beta? If not, this episode is for you. We explain what the challenges are and how they are set up. We love a good reading challenge and we think you will love this one. Hop on Goodreads and explore the challenge for some "good reads" to add to your tbr.
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We have a little of everything for you on this episode. If you are in the mood for a feel good Christmas story, Sarah has you covered. If not, Jayme has a couple good 4 stars for you. Get ready to make a list either way.
Sarah's Shelf:
I Hope This Find You Well by Natalie Sue
The Plight Before Christmas by Kate Stewart
Waiting for Christmas by Lynn Austin
Jayme's Shelf:
Darling Girls by Sally Hepworth
Swift River by Essie J. Chambers
Book club is here! Let's talk all about Olivia Hawkers One for the Blackbird, One for the Crow. On this episode we have a full blown bookclub discussion of what we like, and didn't like about this book. Spoiler alerts have been given. Let us know what you thought.
On this episode we look through the 2024 Goodreads Choice Award nominees and vote for our favorites. Vote along with us!
If you need a book to read, this is the episode for you. If you need a book to recommend, this is the episode for you. We got you covered either way. Add these to your list. Or, if you have read them, let us know what you thought.
Jayme's Shelf:
The Age of Grievance by Frank Bruni
She's Come Undone by Wally Lamb
Sarah's Shelf:
What You Leave Behind by Wanda M. Morris
The Briar Club by Kate Quinn
Thanksgiving is just around the corner. Do you know what you are doing? Well, take this quiz with us. It will help you plan AND give you a crazy book recommendation.
Sarah has brought you some spooky reads to put on your shelf for next October. Look at us! Prepping you for next Halloween. Your welcome! What have you been reading lately?
Sarah's Shelf:
The Broken Girls by Simone St. James
House of Glass by Sarah Pekkanen
All the Colors of the Dark by Chris Whitaker
Jayme's Shelf:
The Road Home by Kristin Harmel
Here One Moment by Liane Moriarty
This episode is the book club discussion of The Examiner by Janice Hallett. We talk the beginning, middle and end. We spill all the beans and weather the beans were good, or...not so good. What did you think?
Do you need a couple of really good books to read? Well, you've come to the right place. Sarah and I each have 2 off of our shelves that you are going to want to consider. Let us know if you read them.
Sarah's Shelf:
Sanctuary by Ilona Andrews
100 Days of Sunlight by Abbie Emmons
Jayme's Shelf:
The Small and the Mighty by Sharon McMahon
Within Arm's Reach by Ann Napolitano
What is your perfect fall day? This quiz will take it and match the perfect book. Whether you want to be outdoors or in a relaxing bath, hopefully you have the right book. Take the quiz and let us know what you got.
https://www.buzzfeed.com/claclo23/fall-book-recommendation-quiz
Coming to you from the public library, Sarah and Jayme have a couple of books you have got to check out. Your public library is a great place to check them out from. Which one will you pick first? Let us know.
Jayme's Shelf:
Better Than the Movies by Lynn Painter
The Wedding People by Alison Espach
Sarah's Shelf:
One Dark Window by Rachel Gillig
The Guncle Abroad by Steven Rowley
Sarah and I each bring you two books off of our shelf this week. Please excuse my froggy throat. I'm back in the classroom with all the germs my immune system forgot about over the summer. Hopefully you can hear through it to the great books that we've been reading.
Jayme's Shelf:
The Change by Kirsten Miller
Behind Her Eyes by Sarah Pinborough
Sarah's Shelf:
The Hunter by Tana French
The Rising Tide by Sam Lloyd
This book hit close to home for Sarah and I. Honestly, it should hit close to home for everyone. We all have a part to play in our public schools and we can all do better. What did you think?
Reading continues to bring us great joy during a difficult, busy season. What have you read lately that has brought you joy?
Sarah's Shelf:
The Anxious Generation by Jonathan Haidt
Slow Dance by Rainbow Rowell
Memories of the Lost by Barbara O'Neal
Husbands and Lovers by Beatriz Williams
Jayme's Shelf:
Deluge by Charmaine Wilkerson
The Life We Bury by Allen Eskens
How long is your TBR? How do you choose what book to read next from that long list? Well we have an answer for you. Reading Roulette! We bought a deck of Reading Roulette cards and on this episode we randomly choose a card and it gives us a genre, character, setting, etc. of which to pick our next book through. If you want to play Reading Roulette with us, give us a number and we will help you choose.
School's in session and it is another season for reading. We have a list for you today so get your fancy pen and new back to school notebook and start your list. Then let us know what you thought.
Sarah's Shelf:
Bad Tourists by Caro Carver
The God of the Woods by Liz Moore
A Sorceress Comes to Call by T. Kingfisher
Jayme's Shelf:
What If It's Us by Becky Albertalli and Adam Silvera
Middle of the Night by Riley Sager
Scattered Showers by Rainbow Rowell
Augusts book club discussion is on Lula Dean's Little Library of Banned Books by Kirsten Miller. After you have read the book (or not), listen to what we thought and let us know what you thought.
As we are getting ready to go back to school, we are keeping some things the same. Reading, of course! Here is our list of what books have been on our shelves lately. Have you read any of them? Let us know if you have and what you thought.
Sarah's Shelf:
Real Americans by Rachel Khong
The Lost Bookshop by Evie Woods
Margo's Got Money Troubles by Rufi Thorpe
Jayme's Shelf:
What You Are Looking For Is in the Library by Michiko Aoyama
New Nigeria County by Clare Brown
The Midnight Feast by Lucy Foley
The day is finally here. On this episode we interview librarian, Paige Beach. We had such a long list of questions and she was so kind and willing to help us understand the inner workings of a library and their importance to the communities they serve. If you haven't visited a library lately, we encourage you to go soon and find out what your local library has to offer.
Summer is quickly coming to an end and we are quickly trying to cram every last book we can into it. Sarah and I review 3 books each and let you know what we thought and if you should read them or not. Have you read any? Let us know.
Sarah's Shelf:
A Family Affair by Robyn Carr
Summer on the Island by Brenda Novak
This Summer Will be Different by Carley Fortune
Jayme's Shelf:
Poppy's Story by Kristina McMorris
The Teacher by Freida McFadden
Ejaculate Responsibly by Gabrielle Stanley Blair
Recently the New York Times released a list of the 100 best books of the 21st century. As an avid reader, I was shocked that I had only read 15 of the books on the list. With this realization, the idea of asking others what their favorite book of the 21st century is, was born. So, here are a few books to add to your tbr from some different readers.
The Candy Shop War by Brandon Mull
JoJo's Bizarre Adventure by Hirohiko Araki
American Dirt by Jeanine Cummins
The Nightingale by Kristin Hannah
Book club! Book club! Hear ye! Hear ye! Our July bookclub pick is Shelterwood by Lisa Wingate. An untold history of women pioneers who fought to protect children caught in the storm of land barons hungry for power and oil wealth in 1909, Oklahoma. Join us for this book club meeting as we discuss what we thought. Let us know if you read and what your take aways were.
On this episode, we have some fiction to add to your tbr and a childrens picture book to add as well. Summer has us both going in different directions, but we are loving the time spent reading.
Sarah's Shelf:
After Annie by Anna Quindlen
The Unwedding by Ally Condie
The Searcher by Tana French
Jayme's Shelf:
Kitten and the Night Watchman by John Sullivan
The Girl Who Saved the Queen of England by Jonas Jonasson
The Magician by Rebecca Serle
Summer beach vibes are going on around here. We feel that calls for a book quiz so we have a good read to match. Sarah and I take the quiz to find out what book we should be vibing with this summer. Take the quiz and let us know if you book pic should be on our tbr.
Full blown summer reading mode going on over here. We have some good reads on our shelves this week. Get ready to add some to yours.
Sarah's Shelf:
All We Were Promised by Ashton Lattimore
An Unfinished Story by Boo Walker
Swan Song by Elin Hilderbrand
Jayme's Shelf:
Funny You Should Ask by Elissa Sussman
The Burnout by Sophie Kinsella
Tits Up by Sarah Thornton
Very spicy. You have been warned. WOW! There are no words to describe our feelings on this months book, Butcher and Blackbird by Brynn Weaver. This book is not at all what we expected. If you read, what did you think?
We have such a good stack of books for your today. It is clearly summer and we have time to read. It helps that all of my books that have been on hold from the library all came available AT THE SAME TIME. I'm not complaining though. This is what we love doing. Reading!
Sarah's Shelf:
Boy of Chaotic Making by Charlie N. Holmberg
The Paradise Problem by Christina Lauren
Ordinary Grace by William Kent Krueger
Jayme's Shelf:
Amazing Grace Adams by Fran Littlewood
The Rachel Incident by Caroline O'Donoghue
Alligator Candy by David Kushner
On this Q&A episode we interview two bright sisters who love to read. They share with us their favorite books, what book got them into reading and of course, what's on their shelf now.
Summer timmme....and the readings easy. Finally, the sun is out and our time for reading is extended. We both have three books to review today, so get ready. Have you read any of them? Let us know.
Sarah's Shelf:
The Wives: A Memoir by Simone Gorrindo
The Return of Ellie Black by Emiko Jean
Anita De Monte Laughs Last by Xochitl Gonzalez
Jayme's Shelf:
The Husbands by Holly Gramazio
Go As a River by Shelley Read
Before I Met You by Lisa Jewell
The end of another month is here and it is time for Book Club once again. This months book is Listen for the Lie by Amy Tintera. The combination of podcast and true crime novel come together for this fun "who done it". Let us know what you thought.
In the chaos known as May, Sarah and I still had some time to do some reading. Sarah more than myself, but we are able to bring you 5 books to add to your tbr. Have you read any of them?
Sarah's Shelf:
First Lie Wins by Ashley Elston
All the Dangerous Things by Stacy Willingham
The Best Way to Bury Your Husband by Alexia Casale
Jayme's Shelf:
Funny Story by Emily Henry
The Great Divide by Cristina Henriquez
A quick, but fairly accurate quiz to help you find this summers beach read. Give it a try and let us know what you got.
On this episode Sarah and I take it back to the beginning and reintroduce ourselves, our friendship and why we love reading. Listen, and get to know us better.
Life is busy this time of year and we hate not being able to read as much as we like to. But, no fear. We do have a few books on our shelves this week that you might want to add to yours. How is your spring reading going?
Sarah's Shelf:
Die with Zero by Bill Perkins
Ready or Not by Cara Bastone
Jayme's Shelf:
The Secret Book of Flora Lea by Patti Callahan Henry
Angela's Ashes by Frank McCourt
This months book club pick is Expiration Dates by Rebecca Serle. On this episode we discuss the whole book, beginning, middle and end. Did we like it? You'll find out in this epiode, where spoilers don't matter and we spill all.
Spring is definitely in the air and with it are some really good reads. We have been reading and want to share a little of what has been on our shelves. Get your tbr ready to add to. Have you read any of these? If so, what did you think. We would love to hear your recommendations.
Sarah's Shelf:
The Light Through the Leaves by Glendy Vanderah
The Keeper of Stories by Sally Page
Just for the Summer by Abby Jimenez
Jayme's Shelf:
Build the Life You Want by Arthur C. Brooks, Oprah Winfrey
Helter Skelter by Vincent Bugliosi, Curt Gentry
The Cheat Sheet by Sarah Adams
On this weeks episode, we attack another online quiz to find out our reader type. Can you guess what we each got. Take a listen and then go take the quiz to see what your reader type is.
Finally, we are reporting back on the books we got from our January quiz. Do you remember what the books were? Well, whether you do or not, we will tell you if you should read them or not. And we have a few other recommendations for you.
Sarah's Shelf:
Snowglobe by Soyoung Park
The Fox Wife by Yangsze Choo
Where Butterflies Wander by Suzanne Redfearn
Jayme's Shelf:
The Black Queen by Jumata Emill
How to Say Babylon by Safiya Sinclair
Everyone in My Family has Killed Someone by Benjamin Stevenson
There are no words for this book. Wait, nevermind! There are so many words, I just don't know where to start. Martha Ballard was an unsung heroin, that was a pioneer in giving women a voice. So I will use my words to tell you how amazing she was and is in these pages. She has empowered me to keep fighting. Did you read? What did you think? We would love to hear.
The Frozen River by Ariel Lawhon
Well, not much has been on my shelf lately. Thank goodness Sarah's shelf is full. Check out the episode for some great book recommendations. Also, if you have read any of these, let us know what you thought.
Sarah's Shelf:
Scythe by Neal Shusterman
Heartless Hunter by Kristen Ciccarelli
The Women by Kristin Hannah
Jayme's Shelf:
Maureen by Rachel Joyce
We Must Not Think of Ourselves by Lauren Grodstein
Boy, do we have the quiz of all quizzes for you! Did we fail or did the quiz fail? After you listen, then take the quiz and let us know what book you will be reading?
Are you looking for a good book to read? If so, you need to listen to this episode. Sarah and Jayme both bring a good stack to the table. If you read or have read any of them, what did you think? Let us know.
Sarah's Shelf:
Clytemnestra by Costanza Casati
You, With a View by Jessica Joyce
The Secret Book of Flora Lea by Patti Callahan Henry
Jayme's Shelf:
Unmasking Autism by Devon Price
The Love Song of Miss Queenie Hennessy by Rachel Joyce
Happiness Falls by Angie Kim
February's book club discussion is on The Snow Child by Eowyn Ivey. We share so many of our thoughts on this episode and there are so many things we didn't have time to talk about. What did you think?
Wow! We sure had a lot to talk about with what was on our shelves this week. What do you think? Will you read any of these? Let us know.
Sarah's Shelf:
Nothing More Dangerous by Allen Eskens
The Personal Librarian by Marie Benedict
The Last Graduate by Naomi Novik
Jayme's Shelf:
Bright Young Women by Jessica Knoll
Sure, I'll Join Your Cult by Maria Bamford
Did You Hear About Kitty Karr? by Crystal Smith Paul
A little twist on our monthly quiz. Who is your fictional book character Valentine? We are dying to know. On this episode we take a quiz, old school style and calibrate our answers. If you want to know who our Valentines are, give this episode a listen.
We are heading into February with hopes of warm weather and good books. What books are you going to put on your shelf?
Sarah's Shelf:
The Heaven and Earth Grocery Store by James McBride
Humankind by Rutger Bregman
The Leftover Woman by Jean Kwok
Jayme's Shelf:
Hidden Potential by Adam Grant
A Fever in the Heartland by Timothy Egan
Your Brain's Not Broken by Tamara Rosier
January book club discussion is about West With Giraffes by Lynda Rutledge. What did you like? What didn't you like? Let us know.
Have you set your reading goal for the year? If not, do it now and then listen to what has been on our shelves lately and add some to your TBR. Next, read and let us know what you thought.
New year, new quiz. Sarah and I took a quiz on getunderlined.com about our New Years Eve plans and it picked a new read for us. Do you love these quiz's as much as we do? Even if you don't, you are going to want to hear tip for if you ever find yourself in Time Square.
We just know that 2024 is going to be a great year of books. Check out what books are on our shelves first.
Sarah's Shelf:
The Last Love Note by Emma Grey
The Secret of Snow by Viola Shipman
Looking for Jane by Heather Marshall
Jayme's Shelf:
Family Lore by Elizabeth Acevedo
Horrorstor by Grady Hendrix
Mother-Daughter Murder Night by Nina Simon
Another year and so many more great reads. We are giving you each of our top 5 favorite reads of 2023. Share your top 5 with us. Come on! Share the love.
Book club! Book club! Book club! And what makes it even better? It's Christmas Day! Well, at least it is if you are listening on release day. So we are curious. Do you like a holiday romcom? And, did you like Holiday Romance by Catherine Walsh? On this episode, we answer both of these questions. Merry Christmas!
You know how it goes. We read books. We tell you about them and you put them on your TBR. Here is your next list.
Sarah's Shelf
The Stranger Upstairs by Lisa M. Matlin
Fourth Wing by Rebecca Yarros
The Love of My Life by Rosie Walsh
Jayme's Shelf
The Taxidermist's Daughter by Kate Mosse
Just Another Missing Person by Gillian McAllister
A Merry Little Cute Meet by Julie Murphy and Sierra Simone
Sarah and Jayme take a quiz that is supposed to recommend a book from 2023. Is that what we got? Press play to find out and if you take the quiz, let us know what book you got.
Get ready for you tbr to grow. One of us has a great list of books on their shelf and one of us...maybe not so much. Either way, you are going to find something to read.
Sarah's Shelf:
Tom Lake by Ann Patchett
The Many Lives of Mama Love by Lara Love Hardin
The River We Remember by William Kent Krueger
Jayme's Shelf:
Evil Eye by Etaf Rum
Becoming Free Indeed by Jinger Duggar Vuolo
It's time to discuss our November book club pick, The Book of Charlie by David Von Drehle. Listen and hear what we thought of the book and what we learned from it. Did you read with us? If so, let us know what you thought.
One of us had a 5 star book and one of us is in a reading slump. Check out this episode to find out which books you need to add to your TBR.
Sarah's Shelf:
The Matchmakers Gift by Lynda Cohen Loigman
The Mostly True Story of Tanner and Louise by Colleen Oakley
The Unmaking of June Farrow by Adrienne Young
Jayme's Shelf:
The Feather Thief by Kirk Wallace Johnson
Convenience Store Worker by Sayaka Murata
Kasher in the Rye by Moshe Kasher
Are you ready for a Christmas quiz? We sure hope so, because we brought you one. We love taking quizes. Some are good, and some are well, listen and find out.
Sarah is back! We have so much to talk about on this episode. We each review 3 books that have been on our shelves and then a little extra. Get ready for your TBR to grow.
Sarahs Shelf:
Killers of the Flower Moon by David Grann
Killing November by Adriana Mather
The One by John Marrs
Jaymes Shelf:
The Neuroscientist Who Lost Her Mind by Barbara K. Lipska
She Started It by Sian Gilbert
The Hunting Party by Lucy Foley
On this episode, Sarah is out of town so Jayme has her husband, Scott Waddell as a special guest. Scott is the CTO an organization that provides technology based products. He is heavily researching A.I. and creating policies for how it can and should be used in different fields in the U.S. and abroad. He helps me use Chat gpt to write a scary story. To tell in the dark....
It's bookclub week! Let's chat all things The Housemaid by Freida McFadden. What we liked, what we didn't like. Would you ever be a housemaid? Join us on this episode, where we discuss this book and whether we liked it or not.
Fall colds are in full bloom for Jayme as she tries to share what books have been on her shelf lately. Thankfully, Sarah voice is loud and clear for her book reviews. Either way, we have both been reading and you need to hear all about what books we recommend.
Sarah's Shelf:
The Celebrants by Steven Rowley
Banyan Moon by Thao Thai
The Wishing Game by Meg Shaffer
Jayme's Shelf:
The Sugar Queen by Sarah Addison Allen
The In-Between by Hadley Vlahos
Pineapple Street by Jenny Jackson
Did you listen to our Q&A from last month when we took the book quiz for what book we should read for Halloween? Well, on this episode we report back on the books to let you know whether you should add them to your spooky reads list, or not. Give this episode a listen to find out.
The Dark Descent of Elizabeth Frankenstein by Kiersten White
How to Hang a Witch by Adriana Mather
If you are in need of a good fall read, then you are going to want to listen to this episode where Sarah and Jayme review their latest reads. I'm sure there are a few that should be on your TBR.
Sarah's Shelf:
Think Again by Adam M. Grant
Someone We Know by Shari Lapena
Cassandra in Reverse by Holly Smale
Jayme's Shelf:
The Sign for Home by Blair Fell
None of This is True by Lisa Jewell
The Whispers by Ashley Audrain
If you have read Shark Heart by Emily Habeck (or not), join us for our book club discussion. Did we like it, what connections to our lives did we make, and would we be friends with the characters? Listen and find out.
Sarah and I are back to share with you what we have been reading lately. Back to school season is so crazy busy, it's hard to find as much time to read. But, where there's a will there's a way. We both have some excellent picks to share with you this week. Will you read them? Let us know.
Sarah's Shelf
Yellowface by R.F. Kuang
Signal Fires by Dani Shapiro
The Connollys of County Down by Tracey Lange
Jayme's Shelf
Meet Me at the Lake by Carley Fortune
The Unfit Heiress by Audrey Clare Farley
How Can I Help You by Laura Sims
Halloween is right around the corner. It's time for all things creepy and we wanted the books that match. On this episode we take a quiz that pairs just the right Halloween book with just the right Halloween candy.
Back to school has really slowed down my reading. Good thing I had a stockpile from summer to share with you today. On this episode Sarah and I bring a variety of genres from our shelves. Have you read any? Let us know.
Sarah's Shelf
The Priory of the Orange Tree by Samantha Shannon
Spells for Forgetting by Adrienne Young
The Wildling Sisters by Eve Chase
Jayme's Shelf
Belonging by Nora Krug
The Only One Left by Riley Sagers
Raw Dog by Jamie Loftus
In this episode we have our book club discussion on August book pick, The Collected Regrets of Clover by Mikki Brammer. We discuss what we like, and what we didn't like and if we would want the chance to make right our regrets before we die. Let us know what you thought of this book.
What is the best thing about back to school time? A new outfit of course! On this weeks Q&A we take an online quiz, picking a new outfit and a back to school read that matches our vibe is selected. It was a bizarre quiz with some great book recs. Listen, take the quiz, and let us know what book you got.
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If you need a couple 5 star books to add to your TBR, then you need to listen to this episode where Sarah and Jayme share what they have been reading lately and if you should be reading it as well. Let us know if you have read any of these.
Sarah's Shelf:
The Wager by David Grann
The Moonlight Gardening Club by Rosie Hannigan
Dinners with Ruth by Nina Totenberg
Jayme's Shelf:
Lady Tan's Circle of Women by Lisa See
Not So Perfect Strangers by L.S. Stratton
Silver Sparrow by Tayari Jones
We went on a field trip? On this episode we interviewed the mother/daughter duo of Poppy Book & Gifts, a new book store in Spanish Fork, Utah. You have to see it to believe it. It is an absolutely adorable shop and we wanted to know all about it! So we asked, so you could as well. Thank you to Whitney and Karen for your time.
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On this episode we share with our listeners the books we've pulled off our shelves recently. Hopefully you find a few to put on your TBR.
Sarah's Shelf:
The Five Star Weekend by Elin Hilderbrand
How to Sell a Haunted House by Grady Hendrix
Did You Hear About Kitty Karr? by Crystal Smith Paul
Jayme's Shelf:
Finding Me by Viola Davis
Hello Beautiful by Ann Napolitano
The Celebrants by Steven Rowley
If you always wanted to know the inside scoop of what goes on in the White House with the First Ladies, then you are going to want to read this book. On this episode, Sarah and Jayme have a bookclub conversation about this book and profess their love, or hate, for it. Listen to find out.
If you need a few books to read this summer, we got your back. This week we discuss a little in each genre. You are sure to find something you'll like. Happy reading!
Sarah's Shelf:
The Second Life of Mirielle West by Amanda Skenandore
The Maids Diary by Loreth Anne White
The Summer Seekers by Sarah Morgan
Jayme's Shelf:
My Love Story by Tina Turner
On Our Best Behavior by Elise Loehnen
Hidden Pictures by Jason Rekulak
What are your plans for summer? Whatever they are, you are going to need a good book to read. The quiz we found this week will help you find the right one for you. Take the quiz and let us know what book you got.
Do you need some new reads to put on your shelf? Well, we have some for you. This week we each discuss 3 books that we have read lately. Find out if you should read them too.
Sarah's Shelf:
The Last Word by Taylor Adams
Atatlana by Jennifer Saint
We Were Dreamers by Simu Liu
Jayme's Shelf:
An Assassin in Utopia by Susan Wels
Big Swiss by Jen Beagin
The Third Wife by Lisa Jewel
If you love books, I mean really love books, then you should read "No Two Persons" by Erica Bauermeister. Now! On this episode, we have a book club discussion on the ins and outs of this book. Let us know what you thought.
We sure have a mix of books on our shelf in this episode. From sweet and endearing to eye opening reality, we are sure you will find a book to add to your tbr.
Sarah's Shelf:
Homegoing by Yaa Gyasi
Maureen by Rachel Joyce
Vera Wong's Unsolicited Advice for Murderers by Jesse Q. Sutanto
Jayme's Shelf:
Poverty, by America by Matthew Desmond
Varina Palladino's Jersey Italian Love Story by Terri-Lynne DeFino
Happy Place by Emily Henry
Do you judge a book by its cover? Because, we sure do. Join us as we take a quiz about our favorite types of covers and see if it recommends a perfect book.
Summer time...and the readings easy. Boy do we have some good books recs for you. Grab a few of these books and head to the pool.
Sarah's Shelf:
I Have Some Questions for You by Rebecca Makkai
One Second After by William R. Forstchen
The Left-Handed Booksellers of London by Garth Nix
Jayme's Shelf:
Romantic Comedy by Curtis Sittenfeld
Part of Your World (#1) & Yours Truly (#2) by Abby Jimenez
The Little Wartime Library by Kate Thompson
Yay! Schools out for summer! At least for us, and we have some books to put on your summer reading list. So, get your pens ready and jot down what ones are a must read for you.
Sarah's List
In the Wild Light by Jeff Zentner
The Housekeeper and the Professor by Yoko Ogawa
The Lost Girls of Ireland by Susanne O'Leary
Jayme's List
Tiny Beautiful Things by Cheryl Strayed
Into the Wild by John Krakauer
Sink: A Memoir by Joseph Earl Thomas
This episode contains spoilers for the book Homecoming by Kate Morton
Omg! Have you read this book yet? If not, what are you waiting for? Go read it and then come back. We will wait for you...are you done yet? Well, when you are we will be here to pick it apart.
We know you need a good book to read. We have some ideas for you.
Sarah's Shelf:
One Last Day of Summer by Shari Low
Red Notice by Bill Brower
Finding Me by Viola Davis
Jayme's Shelf:
It Starts With Us by Colleen Hoover
Immortality: A Love Story by Dana Schwartz
Never Simple by Liz Scheier
You better believe we found another book quiz. This time, we not only give you a fun quiz that will add new titles to your tbr, but will guide you on what book to buy your mom for Mothers Day. You're welcome:)
Hey there! Sarah and I bring you 6 great book recommendations that you are going to want to add to your tbr. Like, right now! We promise.
It's our favorite episode of the month. Book Club!!! Get your drink of choice, crackers and cheese and snuggle in to hear the ins and outs of what we thought of, A Quiet Life by Ethan Joella. When your done listening, send us a DM and tell us what you thought. We can't wait to hear.
It's raining, it's pouring, Sarah and Jayme are reading. Ok, Ok, so it doesn't rhyme, but it's true. We are at it again sharing what we have been reading lately and if you should be reading it as well.
Sarah's Shelf:
A Fall of Marigolds by Susan Meissner
The Adventures of Amina al-Sirafi by S.A. Chakraborty
Spare by Prince Harry
Jayme's Shelf:
I Know Who You Are by Barbara Rae-Venter
Flight by Lynn Steger Strong
Things My Son Needs to Know About the World by Fredrik Backman
It's time for another book quiz. We know you need a new book to add to your tbr, so we are delivering. Give us a listen to hear what books we will be adding and then take the quiz yourself. Don't forget to share with us what book you got.
Sarah and Jayme have been reading throughout this frigid spring and hoping for warm days soon. Check out what has kept them warm and see which ones you should add to your shelf.
Sarah's Shelf:
The Writing Retreat by Julia Bartz
Hell Bent by Leigh Bardugo
Jayme's Shelf:
The Good House by Ann Leary
The Nature of Fragile Things by Susan Meissner
Shoe Dog by Phil Knight
It's book club time! Let's chat about Jojo Moyes newest book, Someone Else's Shoes. Read it and join us.
We read the books. We tell you what we think. You add them to your list. It's that easy. Try it. We dare you.
Sarah's Shelf:
The Night Travelers by Armando Lucas Correa
We Are the Light by Matthew Quick
The Ride of a Lifetime by Robert Iger, Joel Lovell
Jayme's Shelf:
Fatty Fatty Boom Boom by Rabia Chaudry
Tangerine by Edward Bloor
The Absolutely True Diary of a Part-Time Indian by Sherman Alexie
Spring is around the corner and the big question is...What are you going to read?! Well, don't worry your pretty little head. We got you. Sarah and Jayme take a, "what book to read this spring" quiz. Check out what we got.
Sarah and Jayme have a variety of books on their shelves this week. Which ones will you put on your shelf?
Sarah's Shelf:
Beyond the Wand by Tom Felton
Finding Heather by Alison Ragsdale
Behind Closed Doors by B.A. Paris
Jayme's Shelf:
Demon Copperhead by Barbara Kingsolver
A Slow Fire Burning by Paula Hawkins
Intuitive Eating by Evelyn Tribole
Any Colleen Hoover fans here? If you aren't you will be after you read her book, Reminders of Him. On this episode we discuss what we liked (and didn't) of this months book club pick. If you've read it, give us a listen. If you haven't go read it and then come back. We'll be here for you.
For the shortest month of the year, Sarah and Jayme bring you a not short pile of books. You might want to add some (or all) to your reading list this month.
Sarah's Shelf:
The Light Pirate by Lily Brooks-Dalton
The Circus Train by Amita Parikh
Sanded Soul by Tori Diederich Lundell
Jayme's Shelf:
The Lost Girls of Willowbrook by Ellen Marie Wiseman
The School for Good Mothers by Jessamine Chan
Stolen by Lucy Christopher
Sarah and Jayme bring you all the love with a Valentine book quiz. Find your Valentine's Book Date with us and then let us know how hot your date was!
Winter reading is in full swing around here. We are ready share what we have pulled off of our shelves lately and maybe you should do the same. Let us know if you have read any of these.
Sarah's Shelf:
Family Game by Catherine Steadman
Live Like a Monk by Jay Shetty
Hidden Pictures by Jason Rekulak
Jayme's Shelf:
OCDaniel by Wesley King
The Marriage Portrait by Maggie O'Farrell
Love in the Time of Serial Killers by Alicia Thompson
This week, Sarah and Jayme interview the amazing new author, Tori Diederich Lundell. Tori tells us all about her experience writing and publishing her first novel, Sanded Soul which comes out today, January 30, 2023.
Book club is here!! This months bookclub pick is Everything Sad is Untrue by Daniel Nayeri. Sarah and Jayme talk about what they liked, what they didn't like and what they learned. Share with us what you thought.
OMG! Sarah and Jayme have read so many books, they don't know where to start. The winter break was a great time to get some books off their shelves.
Sarah's Shelf:
Tending Roses by Lisa Wingate
Hester by Laurie Lico Albanese
The Wilderwomen by Ruth Emmie Lang
Jayme's Shelf:
David and Goliath by Malcolm Gladwell
Blaze Me a Sun by Christoffer Carlsson
Uncultured: A Memoir by Daniella Mestyanek Young
Sarah and Jayme bring you their top five reads of 2022. Add some to your tbr list and share yours with us.
Sarah and Jayme finished up their year of reading with a few books you may want to add to your 2023 book list. If you do, let us know what you think.
Sarah's Shelf:
The Atlas Six by Olivie Blake
Good Night Mr. Wodehouse by Faith Sullivan
Dark and Shallow Lies by by Ginny Myers Sain
Jayme's Shelf:
I Choose Darkness by Jenny Lawson
Letters from Father Christmas by J.R.R. Tolkien
Mad Honey by Jodi Picoult and Jennifer Finney Boylen
Book club! Book Club! Our last book club meeting of 2022. Did you read Seven Days of Us by Francesca Hornak? If not, go now and then come back and listen to this episode. Or not. It's up to you. It's your book club, not ours:)
All we want for Christmas is a good book to read. Sarah and Jayme are doing just that this week with what's on their shelves and which ones should be on yours.
Sarah's Shelf:
Lily Bennett's Bucket List by Katherine Dyson
People Person by Candice Carty-Williams
Our Missing Hearts by Celeste Ng
Jayme's Shelf:
The Bodyguard by Katherine Center
Stranger Care by Sarah Sentilles
Hello, Molly?: A Memoir by Molly Shannon
We found a holiday quiz that will select a book for you to read. You're welcome. Sarah and Jayme take the quiz on this episode and share the books that were selected for them.
Sarah and Jayme review a few of the books they have had on their shelves this week. Which ones will you add to your tbr?
Sarah's Shelf:
The Final Gambit by Jennifer Lynn Barnes
Keeper of Enchanted Rooms by Charlie N. Holmberg
The Dictionary of Lost Words by Pip Williams
Jayme's Shelf:
The Many Daughters of Afong Moy by Jamie Ford
On the Rooftop by Margaret Wilkerson Sexton
Now is Not the Time to Panic by Kevin Wilson
It's book club time! Sarah and Jayme discuss the first memoir of Maya Angelou. Her classic voice rings throughout this book. Join us on this episode to hear our thoughts and take aways.
Do you need a good read for the Thanksgiving weekend? On this episode, Sarah and Jayme give you the recommendations you need, just in time for the Holiday. Have you read any? Let us know. Enjoy!
Thanksgiving is just around the corner. We can't wait for the festivities and some down time to read a good book. Good thing we found the perfect Thanksgiving quiz that will recommend a book just for your kind of holiday weekend.
Sarah and Jayme have a pile of books to take you into November. So, put on your favorite sweater, grab a cup of hot chocolate and start the fire. It's cozy reading time.
Sarah's Shelf:
Lucy by the Sea by Elizabeth Strout
Mary Jane by Jessica Annya Blau
Empire of Pain by Patrick Radden Keefe
Jayme's Shelf:
Wrong Place Wrong Time by Gillian McAllister
Ghosted by Rosie Walsh
Solito by Javier Zamora
On this episode Sarah annd Jayme join in on the Halloween celebrations with some scary stories. From costumes to candy, from scary stories to scary movies, however you celebrate, we hope you have a very Happy Halloween.
“Families are like fingerprints; no two are the same, and they tend to leave their mark.” Alice Feeney-Daisy Darker
When did you know? Who did you think? How did you like it? Sarah and Jayme answer all these questions and more on this months book, Daisy Darker by Alice Feeney.
What book should you read next? We have some recommendations. From fiction to memoir, Sarah and Jayme share what they've had on their shelves lately. Get your TBR list ready.
Sarah's Shelf:
The Newcomer by Mary Kay Andrews
Make Your Bed by William H. McRaven
The Fortunes of Jaded Women by Carolyn Huynh
Jayme's Shelf:
I'm Glad My Mom Died by Jennette McCurdy
American Daughter by Stephanie Thornton Plymale
The Elegance of the Hedgehog by Muriel Barbery
Sarah and Jayme may have found the best "what book should I read?" quiz yet. Well, specifically, "what scary story should I read?". On this episode, they will take you step by step through the quiz and reveal the scary stories that they were each given. And they are good!
Jayme's on a memoir kick and Sarah has read so much she can't decide which ones to talk about. Click play and find out.
Sarahs Shelf
How to Stop Time by Matt Haig
This Place of Wonder by Barbara O'Neal
The Diamond Eye by Kate Quinn
Jaymes Shelf
Normal Family by Chrysta Bilton
The Storyteller by Dave Grohl
Here we go again. Reading books.
Sarah's Shelf:
The Clover Girls by Viola Shipman
Meant to Be by Emily Giffin
This Time Tomorrow by Emma Straub
Jayme's Shelf:
How to Pronounce Knife by Souvankham Thammavongsa
The Overnight Guest by Heather Gudenkauf
Pieces of Her (Book #1) by Karin Slaughter
Girl, Forgotten(Book #2) by Karin Slaughter
What if everyone around you was dying? It's inevitable. Would you want to plan your own funeral? Would you want to die on your own time? How far would you go to save a loved one from pain? These are some of the questions we ponder in the book, How High We Go In the Dark by Sequoia Nagamatsu. Join us for this months book club discussion.
Fall is bringing with it some great book releases. Sarah and Jayme are anxiously waiting for a few of them, but got their hands on some already. What books are you excited for this fall?
Sarah's Shelf:
The It Girl by Ruth Ware
A Lady's Guide to Fortune-Hunting by Sophie Irwin
Carrie Soto is Back by Taylor Jenkins Reid
Jayme's Shelf:
The Comfort Book by Matt Haig
Bright Burning Things by Lisa Harding
Carrie Soto is Back by Taylor Jenkins Reid
Sarah and Jayme report back on the books they read based off of the last quiz they took. Do you think they liked them? Find out what books they were on this episode and let them know if you've read them.
Back to school is in full swing around here and Sarah and Jayme have been reading a little. We could really use some good recommendations. Hear what we have been reading and let us know if you have read them.
Sarah's Shelf:
The Summer Getaway by Susan Mallery
What Are You Going Through by Sigrid Nunez
Jayme's Shelf:
Counterfeit by Kristin Chen
The Lifeguards by Amanda Eyre Ward
Hallelujah! It's bookclub time. We read Magic Hour by Kristin Hannah and you need to listen to find out what we thought. Which did you like better? The original title or the new title? The original cover or the new cover? Let us know which way you're learning.
Sarah and Jayme talk about the back to school books you need to add to your shelf.
Sarah's Shelf:
The Children on the Hill by Jennifer McMahon
Part of Your World by Abby Jimenez
Tomorrow, and Tomorrow, and Tomorrow by Gabrielle Zevin
Jayme's Shelf:
The Personal Librarian by Marie Benedict
Florida Woman by Deb Rogers
The Measure by Nikki Erlick
What book to read next quiz, take two. Sarah and Jayme take another quiz to hopefully get a better book recommendation the second time around.
Sarah and Jayme catch up on what they have been reading lately. Have you read any? Let them know.
Sarah's Shelf:
Secrets at the Last House Before the Sea by Liz Eeles
The Big Leap by Gay Hendricks
All My Rage by Sabaa Tahir
Jayme's Shelf:
These Impossible Things by Salma El-Wardany
Sometimes I Lie by Alice Feeney
Forever, Interrupted by Taylor Jenkins Reid
It's already July! It's already July book club! Which means, let's talk about Every Summer After by Carley Fortune. Get your cheese and crackers ready and get comfortable.
Sarah and Jayme have hit the dog days of summer and are ready to share what they have been reading lately.
Sarah's Shelf:
The World Played Chess by Robert Dugoni
The Hotel Nantucket by Elin Hilderbrand
Bittersweet: How Sorrow and Longing Make Us Whole by Susan Cain
Jayme's Shelf:
Just Last Night by Mhairi McFarlane
The Bookshop of Yesterdays by Amy Meyerson
Commonwealth by Ann Patchett
Sarah and Jayme mix it up a little for this question and answer episode, in search of their next reads.
Sarah and Jayme are looking forward to reading in the dog days of summer. Things are busier than they would like, but are still reading. Take a listen to hear what's on their shelves this week.
It's book club! Grab your charcuterie board and get ready to discuss, Lessons in Chemistry by Bonnie Garmus.
Summer reading is in full swing. Sarah and Jayme discuss the books that are on their shelfs this week.
Another week of reading leads Sarah and Jayme to share what's on their shelves for the second week in a row. Have you read any of them?
Spring reading, brings happy feelings! This episode will too. If you need some 4 or 5 star books, then you must listen and hear what Sarah and Jayme have been reading lately.
Sarah and Jayme discuss all the things about The Singing Trees by Boo Walker. What did we like? What did we not like? We will let you know as we book club the crap out of this novel :)
Sarah has been reading. Jayme has been reading. Sarah and Jayme are ready to share what you should be reading, right now.
The reading funk is over! Sarah and Jayme have some good books to recommend. Get your favorite pen ready!
WhatAMemoir! Sarah and Jayme discuss the shocking story of Axton Betz-Hamilton and her experience with her families identity theft. This is definitely a must read.
Sarah and Jayme are welcoming spring with some good reads. Which one's will you add to your TBR?
Sarah's Shelf:
All This Time by Mikki Daughtry
The Child Finder by Rene Denfeld
My Grandmother Asked Me to Tell You She's Sorry by Fredrik Backman
Life on Hold by Karen McQuestion
Jayme's Shelf:
The Book of Cold Cases by Simone St. James
The Road Trip by Beth O'Leary
The Lying Game by Ruth Ware
Seven Days in June by Tia Williams
Sarah and Jayme answer bookish questions. There are not enough hours in the day to talk about books!
This week, Sarah and Jayme share some 2, 3, and 4 star books. What are you going to put on your shelf this week?
You can't have your cake and eat it too. Can you? Book club is here and we are talking all things Black Cake by Charmaine Wilkerson.
If you are lookin for your next read, Sarah and Jayme have a recommendation for you. Who's shelf will you pick from?
Sarah's Shelf:
The Things We Cannot Say by Kelly Rimmer
The End of Her by Shari Lapena
The Paper Palace by Miranda Cowley Heller
Jayme's Shelf:
What Happened to You? by Bruce D. Perry, Oprah Winfrey
The Anthropocene Reviewed by John Green
The Love Songs of W.E.B Du Bois by Honoree Fanonne Jeffers
Sarah and Jayme answer all question related to reading. At least we start answering all questions. Part 2 coming next month.
Let's talk about books, baby! Even when life is busy, Sarah and Jayme manage to still squeeze in some good reads.
Sarah's Shelf:
The Richest Man in babylon by George S. Clason
The Island of Sea Women by Lisa See
God Bless This Mess by Hannah Brown
Jayme's Shelf:
The Five Wounds by Kirsten Valdez Quade
Before the Ever After by Jacqueline Woodson
Oh my stars! What an emotionally pulling novel. Join us as we discuss this sweet father/son story.
Sarah and Jayme have read the good, the not so good, the short and the not so short on this weeks episode. There is a book for everyone.
Sarah's Shelf:
A Flicker in the Dark by Stacy Willingham
Crossroads by Jonathan Franzen
No Cure for being Human by Kate Bowler
Jayme's Shelf:
The One by John Marrs
The Sentence by Louise Erdrich
Evidence of the Affair by Taylor Jenkins Reid
Address Unknown by Kathrine Kressmann Taylor
Sarah and Jayme try to answer the cliff hangers of the world in this episode. Believe me, you need the answers.
Sarah and Jayme discuss what books should be on your shelf this week and maybe a netflix special or two.
Holy Moly! If you read Wish You Were Here by Jodi Picoult, join us to discuss the ins and outs and your thoughts. This is probably our favorite plot twist yet.
Guess what? We've been reading and you need to know if what we've read, needs to be on your shelf.
Sarah's Shelf:
Crying in H Mart by Michelle Zauner
Little Secrets by Jennifer Hillier
The Last Time I Lied by Riley Sager
The Exiles by Christina Baker Kline
Jayme's Shelf:
We Are Not Like Them by Christine Pride
The Dead Fathers Club by Matt Haig
The Book Thief by Markus Zusak
Olga Dies Dreaming by Xochitl
Questions will be answered. Like, would the Bible be shelved in the fiction or nonfiction section at a library? You need to know.
Sarah and Jayme bring in the new year with some books you are going to want to put on your shelf.
Sarah's Shelf:
The Library of Lost and Found by Phaedra Patrick
Home Fire by Kamilla Shamsie
The Ex Hex by Erin Sterling
The Lincoln Highway by Amor Towles
Jayme's Shelf:
One Day in December by Josie Silver
Klara and the Sun by Kazuo Ishiguro
When Life Gives You Pears by Jeannie Gaffigan & Jim Gaffigan
Great Circle by Maggie Shipstead
Sarah and Jayme discuss their 12th book club pick of 2021, Under the Whispering Door by T.J. Klune. Listen to what they thought and then write in and tell them what you thought.
Sarah and Jayme have a few Christmas reads to share with you on this weeks episode. Hurry and listen so you know which ones to read before Christmas.
Sarah's Shelf:
Meet Me in Paradise by Libby Hubscher
The Mistletoe Secret by Richard Paul Evans
What Happened to You? by Bruce D. Perry
Circe by Madeline Miller
Jayme's Shelf:
In a Holidaze by Christina Lauren
The Unwinding of the Miracle by Julie Yip-Williams
If the Fates Allow by Rainbow Rowell
The Reading List by Sara Nisha Adams
Sarah's been reading. Jayme's been reading. What should you be reading? Find out on this episode of This Is Your Book Club.
Sarah's Shelf:
Burnout by Emily Nagoski, Amelia Nagoski
Once There Were Wolves by Charlotte McConaghy
Where the Wind Leads by Vinh Chung with Tim Downs
Jayme's Shelf:
The Gifted School by Bruce Holsinger
Recipe for a Perfect Wife by Karma Brown
Lies My Teacher Told Me by James W. Loewen
Sarah and Jayme have a surprise announcement for you. Your are not going to want to miss this episode.
Novembers book club is here! Did you like Cloud Cuckoo Land by Anthony Doerr? Sarah and Jayme discuss whether they liked it or not and announce Decembers book club pick.
Sarah and Jayme give their recommendations of you what books you should add to your tbr list. Are any of these books on your shelf?
Sarah's Shelf
When Ghosts Come Home by Wiley Cash
Bridge of Clay by Markus Zusak
Braving the Wilderness by Brene Brown
A Christmas Carol by Charles Dickens
Jayme's Shelf
The Great Believers by Rebecca Makkai
My Dark Vanessa by Kate Elizabeth Russell
The Sun Does Shine by Anthony Ray Hinton
Poison for Breakfast by Lemony Snicket
Sarah and Jayme have another highly intellectual conversation about many questions that until now, have gone unanswered.
Guess what? Sarah and Jayme have been reading again. Surprise! Take a listen and make a list of what you should and shouldn't read.
Sarah's Shelf:
Local Woman Missing by Mary Kubica
The Guide by Peter Heller
Rock Paper Scissors by Alice Feeney
Code Name Helene by Ariel Lawhon
Jayme's Shelf:
Beautiful World, Where Are You? by Sally Rooney
Just Mercy: A Story of Justice and Redemption by Bryan Stevenson
Wait for It by Jenn McKinlay
Catch and Kill: Lies, Spies, and a Conspiracy to Protect Predators by Ronan Farrow
Sarah and Jayme both have a 5 star review on their shelves this week. As well as some other great recommendations.
Sarah's Shelf:
The Crossover by Kwame Alexander
Inside Out by Demi Moore
The Guncle by Steven Rowley
Jayme's Shelf:
The Night She Disappeared by Lisa Jewell
The Husbands by Chandler Baker
All We Ever Wanted by Emily Giffin
Sarah and Jayme speak nonsense and answers questions that have been weighing on your minds. Come listen to them be answered.
Sarah and Jayme have some four star books on their shelves this week, and maybe even a five star.
Sarah's Shelf:
The Last Anniversary by Liane Moriarty
My Contrary Mary by Cynthia Hand
The Hawthorne Legacy by Jennifer Lynn Barnes
Damnation Spring by Ash Davidson
Jayme's Shelf:
The Lowland by Jhumpa Lahiri
The Office of Historical Corrections by Danielle Evans
Local Woman Missing by Mary Kubica
The Book of Unknown Americans by Cristina Henriquez
It's bookclub time! Join Sarah and Jayme as the discuss all things, The People We Keep by Allison Larkin.
Here are the books that Sarah and Jayme have pulled off their shelves this week.
Sarah's Shelf
Not a Happy Family by Shari Lapena
The Sweetness of Water by Nathan Harris
For Your Own Good by Samantha Downing
Razorblade Tears by S.A. Cosby
Jayme's Shelf
More than a body Lexie Kite and Lindsay Kite
Waiting to Be Heard by Amanda Knox
The Care and Feeding of Ravenously Hungry Girls by Anissa Gray
Boy Erased by Gerrard Conley
Sarah and Jayme each give you a three, four and five star book recommendation. tune in to see which book got which rating.
Sarah's Shelf:
The One Hundred Years of Lenni and Margot by Marianne Cronin
We Are the Brennans by Tracey Lange
Songs in Ursa Major by Emma Brodie
Jayme's Shelf:
The Woman They Could Not Silence by Kate Moore
What to Say Next by Julie Buxbaum
Seperation Anxiety by Laura Zigman
On this special episode, Sarah and Jayme discuss a few of their favorite books they have read aloud with their kids.
It's bookclub time! Sarah and Jayme discuss the ins and outs of Golden Girl by Elin Hilderbrand. Did we like it? Listen and find out.
If you are looking for a good book to read, check out this episode. Sarah and Jayme have some good recommendations.
Sarah's Shelf:
Secret Daughter by Shilpi Somaya Gowda
Firekeeper's Daughter by Angeline Boulley
When Breath Becomes Air by Paul Kalanithi
Jayme's Shelf:
American Sherlock: Murder, Forensics, and the Birth of American CSI by Kate Winkler Dawson
The Patron Saint of Liars by Ann Patchett
The Lager Queen of Minnesota by J. Ryan Stradal
Sarah and Jayme give you a sneak peak into their brains as they answer some unique questions.
The dog days of summer have Sarah and Jayme a little off their reading schedule. Check out what they've been reading.
Sarah's Books
Man's Search for Meaning by Viktor E. Frankl
Borne by Jeff VanderMeer
After I Do by Taylor Jenkins Reid
The Downstairs Girl by Stacey Lee
Jayme's Books
News of the World by Paulette Jiles
Shotgun Lovesongs by Nickolas Butler
The Maidens by Alex Michaelides
Jasper Jones by Craig Silvey
Did you read this months book club pick, The Push by Ashley Audrain? On this episode Sarah and Jayme discuss their thoughts on this debut novel.
This week Sarah and Jayme discuss their favorite summer reads. Whether they take you on the vacation you can't go on or stow away in your suitcase, these books will bring all the summer vibes.
See what Sarah and Jayme have been reading lately.
Sarah's Books:
Miss Benson's Beetle by Rachel Joyce
Dial A For Aunties. by Jesse Q. Sutanto
The Good Sister by Sally Hepworth
Jayme's Books:
Dark Sky by C.J. Box
Queenie by Candice Carty-Williams
The Wrong Family by Tarryn Fisher
This Time Next Year by Sophie Cousens
It's book club time again! Join Sarah and Jayme as they discuss the much anticipated Malibu Rising by Taylor Jenkins Reid.
Let the summer reading continue! Sarah and Jayme talk about what they have been reading lately.
Sarah's Shelf:
One True Loves by Taylor Jenkins Reid
My Calamity Jane by Cynthia Hand
The Caretakers by Eliza Maxwell
The Bend in Redwood Road by Danielle Stewart
Jayme's Shelf
Lincoln in the Bardo by George Saunders
The Things We Cannot Say by Kelly Rimmer
The Brilliant Life of Eudora Honeysett
Mother May I by Joshilyn Jackson
Sarah and Jayme have a stockpile of books they've been reading lately. Which ones should you add to your TBR?
Sarah's List:
The Stolen Marriage by Diane Chamberlain
When the Stars Go Dark by Paula McLain
The Last Thing He Told Me by Laura Dave
People We Meet on Vacation by Emily Henry
Jayme's List:
Arsenic and Adobo by Mia P. Manansala
The Bell Jar by Sylvia Plath
State of Wonder by Ann Patchett
The Good Sister by Sally Hepworth
Sarah and Jayme discuss the historical fiction novel, The Fountains of Silence by Ruta Sepetys.
Sarah and Jayme have been reading, reading, reading.
Sarah's List:
The Pull of the Stars by Emma Donoghue
The Book of Dreams by Nina George
The Paris Library by Janet Skeslien Charles
Sparks Like Stars by Nadia Hashimi
Jayme's List:
The Good Nurse: A True Story of Medicine, Madness, and Murder by Charles Graeber
Killers of the Flower Moon: The Osage Murders and the Birth of the FBI by David Grann
Infinite Country by Patricia Engel
Broken by Jenny Lawson
Sarah and Jayme talk about the good and the bad on their shelves this week.
Sarahs Reads:
The Last of the Moon Girls by Barbara Davis
An American Marriage by Tayari Jones
The Scent Keeper by Erica Bauermeister
Jaymes Reads:
The Kindest Lie by Nancy Johnson
Greenlights by Matthew McConaughey
One True Loves by Taylor Jenkins Reid
This week Sarah and Jayme discuss what they've each been reading and whether you should read it as well.
Sarah's Shelf: The Lost for Words Bookshop by Stephanie Butland, Allie and Bea by Catherine Ryan Hyde, This Time Next Year by Sophie Cousens, and The Lighthouse by Jessie Newton
Jayme's Shelf: The Book Woman of Troublesome Creek by Kim Michele Richardson, Why We Sleep by Matthew Walker, Memorial by Bryan Washington, and Redhead by the Side of the Road by Anne Tyler
Sarah and Jayme laugh at all the answers to the questions on this weeks episode. If you need a good laugh, give us a listen.
Sarah and Jayme talk about the books they've been reading lately. The books you might want to read this week are:
"Moloka'i" by Alan Brennert
"Well-Behaved Women Seldom Make History" by Laurel Thatcher Ulrich
"The Husband's Secret" by Liane Moriarty
"Breaking the Silence" by Diane Chamberlain
"The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time" by Mark Haddon
"Lab Girl" by Hope Jahren
"Hadley and Grace" by Suzanne Redfearn
"After I do" by Taylor Jenkins Reid
This week, Sarah and Jayme interview the amazing author, Melisa Torres. She really blew our minds with the benefits she has found in self publishing and her thoughtfulness in the writing process.
Sarah and Jayme talk about what they have been reading lately and if you should be reading them as well.
Sarah's Shelf: The Secret Wife by Gill Paul
The Last Garden in England by Julia Kelly
Scrappy Little Nobody by Anna Kendrick
The Survivors by Jane Harper
Jayme's Shelf: Lolita by Vladimir Nabokov
The Indifferent Stars Above by Daniel James Brown
Buy Yourself the F*cking Lilies by Tara Schuster
Something in the Water by Catherine Steadman
Sarah and Jayme answer all the questions you've been wondering about. Like, do you sleep with a top sheet? Listen to find out.
Sarah and Jayme have some sweet book recommendations on this episode. Your need to read these books!
Sarah and Jayme welcome you to this months book club discussion about Home Before Dark by Riley Sager. Grab your favorite snack and join us.
Sarah and Jayme discuss what they have been reading lately. You are going to want to add some of these to your TBR.
Sarah and Jayme discuss what books they've pulled off their shelves lately. Have you read any of them?
It's bookclub! Sarah and Jayme discuss this months book, The Mercies by Kiran Millwood Hargrave.
Learn more of Sarah and Jaymes deepest thoughts and wishes on this question and answer episode.
Join us for Decembers book club discussion of The Last Train to Key West by Chanel Cleeton.
What are you going to read over the Holidays? If you need a suggestion, Sarah and Jayme discuss what they've been reading lately.
Sarah and Jayme have been reading so much lately, they had to add another, "What's On Your Shelf" episode for the 5th Monday. Let us know if you have read any of these.
It's book club day! Jayme and Sarah talk about the beginning, middle and end of Maid by Stephanie Land.
Sarah and Jayme can't stop talking on another Q&A. We just have so much we think you want to hear about us;)
Sarah and Jayme discuss what they've read this week and what you shouldn't read. Or, should you?
Yay for Bookclub! Sarah and Jayme discuss the bookclub pick for October, Writers & Lovers by Lily King.
Sarah and Jayme talk about what they've been ready over the last two weeks. Ghost stories and more that you will want to add to your list.
It's Book Club time! Sarah and Jayme discuss the ins and outs, the beginning, middle and end of The Sundown Motel by Simone St. James. Listen in and let us know what you thought.
DO NOT MISS THIS EPISODE! Sarah and Jayme have absolute winners this week. These book recommendations are top notch.
Sarah and Jayme finally get to talk about what they've been reading over the last three weeks.
Spoiler Alert! Sarah and Jayme discuss their thoughts on this months book club pick, The Book of Longings by Sue Monk Kidd.
Sarah and Jayme discuss what they've read lately and completely disagree on one of the books. Listen to find out which one and let them know if you've read it and what you thought.
Sarah and Jayme have a book club discussion of The Vanishing Half by Brit Bennett. Listen to the end for a special announcement and next months book.
Sarah talks about what she's read lately and Jayme takes a stroll back to last July and talks about Presidents.
Our reading will take you from serial killers to magical mathematicians. Tune in to see which one you will want to add to your reading list.
This week Jayme and Sarah discuss what they've been reading lately. Between the two, you will have new books to add to your list and a few you might want to steer clear of. Tune in to find out.
Sarah and Jayme answer your questions. From how we choose our books, to nail color. You won't want to miss.
This episode introduces this months book, Dear Edward by Ann Napolitano. Sarah and Jayme ask each other, "Get to know you" questions.