Book Talk, etc.

Nov 19 2024 179 ep. 60 mins 262
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A book recommendation podcast that's bound to grow your TBR!

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Gateway to Nonfiction: A Chat with Traci Thomas from The Stacks

Nov 19 2024 76 mins  
Send us a textIn Episode 177 of Book Talk, Etc., Tina and Hannah sit down with Traci Thomas from The Stacks to discuss gateway nonfiction books—perfect picks for readers looking to ease into the nonfiction genre. We really dive deep in this episode, so buckle up for a nice long discussion!If you enjoy our commercial-free podcast, please consider supporting us on Patreon! Your mem

Easily Distracted by New Releases (Nov. & Dec. 2024) + End of Year Reading Plans

Nov 12 2024 52 mins  
Send us a textIn Episode 176 of Book Talk, Etc., Tina and Hannah are easily distracted by new releases! We also share our upcoming reading plans for the end of 2024 (!!!), and share some books we'd love to get to before we wrap up the year.If you enjoy our commercial-free podcast, please consider supporting us on Patreon! Your membership will give you access to our exclusive bonus

The Spectrum of Suspense and Reading Literary Mysteries

Nov 05 2024 58 mins  
Send us a textIn Episode 175 of Book Talk, Etc., Tina and Hannah dive into the world of literary suspense! We discuss the differences between mysteries, thrillers, and literary mysteries, and share their recent reads in the literary suspense genre.If you enjoy our commercial-free podcast, please consider supporting us on Patreon! Your membership will give you access to our exclusiv

November and December Books on the Radar

Oct 29 2024 46 mins  
Send us a textIn Episode 174 of Book Talk, Etc., Tina and Hannah share their November and December Books on the Radar for 2024!If you enjoy our commercial-free podcast, please consider supporting us on Patreon! Your membership will give you access to our exclusive bonus episodes, including Niche Novels, Books We DNFed, and What's in the Mailbag! Plus, you’ll receive invites to mo

Reading our Feelings and Navigating the Chaos of Mood Reading

Oct 22 2024 56 mins  
Send us a textIn Episode 173 of Book Talk, Etc., Tina and Hannah discuss mood reading! How they navigate their reading moods, and tips on how to make your mood reading experience more fun and hopefully slightless less chaotic.If you enjoy our commercial-free podcast, please consider supporting us on Patreon! Your membership will give you access to our exclusive bonus episodes, incl

Secrets, Scholars, and the Dark Side of Academia

Oct 15 2024 55 mins  
Send us a textIn Episode 172 of Book Talk, Etc., Tina and Hannah discuss the fascinating worlds of dark academia and campus novels. We dive into what makes these genres similar yet distinct, exploring the atmospheric settings, our favorite books within both genres, and what we think are the perfect components to a great academic setting. We also share our most recent reads, explori

Easily Distracted by New Releases (October 2024) + Tackling Those Pesky Reading Slumps

Oct 08 2024 59 mins  
Send us a textIn Episode 171 of Book Talk, Etc., Tina and Hannah are easily distracted by new releases! In this regular series on the main show, we share our insights and opinions on new releases we've read recently. We also discuss reading slumps - what they are, how we navigate them, and tips for tackling one if you are feeling down in the book slumps.If you enjoy our commercial-

Ghosts, Ghouls, and Great Books to Add to Your Horror TBR

Oct 01 2024 57 mins  
Send us a textIn Episode 170 of Book Talk, Etc., Tina and Hannah dive into all things horror! In honor of it being October 1 —and after receiving requests to explore the genre in more detail—we’re sharing an in-depth discussion on why we love horror, along with recommendations for both newcomers and seasoned fans.If you enjoy our commercial-free podcast, please consider suppo

October Books on the Radar + A Reading Check In

Sep 24 2024 50 mins  
Send us a textIn Episode 169 of Book Talk, Etc., join Tina and Hannah as they talk about some October books on the radar and share a little Q3 reading check in. Hannah talks about one of her favorite books of the year, while Tina dives into a highly anticipated new release. This episode is packed with bookish goodness, fun conversations about books and reality TV, and even some rea

Reading Low Rated Books + Recommending Our Favorite Hidden Gems

Sep 17 2024 67 mins  
Send us a textIn Episode 168 of Book Talk, Etc., join Tina and Hannah for a discussion on books with low ratings! Today, we are sharing our thoughts on how low ratings influence our reading choices, the value of thoughtful reviews, and even some limitations of star ratings. You'll also hear about what we personally consider a "low rating," plus hear us share some of our favorite bo