Chapter One and Beyond

About Chapter One and Beyond

Welcome to Chapter One and Beyond – a cozy, bookish podcast for readers tackling their towering TBRs one book at a time. Hosted by Christina, a lifelong reader and self-proclaimed book hoarder, this podcast dives into honest book reviews, reading updates, and casual chats about genres like horror, fantasy, sci-fi, thrillers, classics, and dystopian fiction. Whether you’re in a reading slump or just love the smell of a new book, this show is your reading buddy on the go. Expect spoiler-free recommendations, trend deep-dives, seasonal TBRs, wrap-ups, and fun reflections on the chaotic joy of being a book lover. 🎧 New episodes weekly #bookpodcast #bookish #TBRchallenge #fantasybooks #horrorreads #bookcommunity #currentlyreading Best, Christina!

Publisher

Christina Emerson

Category

arts

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

23 May 2025

Latest episode

4 Sept 2026

Latest episodes

81 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   4 Sept 2026

   August Reading Wrap up

   It’s time for my August 2026 Reading Wrap-Up! 📚 In this episode of Chapter One and Beyond, I’m breaking down everything I read in August — the books I loved, the ones that surprised me, the disappointments, and all of my thoughts along the way. August brought another month of working through my never-ending TBR, continuing some series, diving into new worlds, and trying to make progress toward my 2026 reading goals. From fantasy and science fiction to thrillers and everything in between, we’re talking about what worked, what didn’t, and which books I think are actually worth adding to your reading list. 📖 IN THIS EPISODE: • Every book I read in August 2026 • My ratings and spoiler-free book reviews • My favorite and least favorite reads of the month • Fantasy, sci-fi, thriller, and other book recommendations • Series updates and continuing reads • Progress toward my 2026 reading goals • What I’m planning to read next If you love monthly reading wrap-ups, honest book reviews, fantasy and science fiction recommendations, reading challenges, and watching someone attempt to conquer an absolutely unreasonable TBR, you’re in the right place. 🎙️ ABOUT CHAPTER ONE AND BEYOND Chapter One and Beyond is a book podcast for readers who love talking about books without pretending every book is a five-star read. Join me for reading wrap-ups, book reviews, reading challenges, TBRs, recommendations, reactions, and conversations about everything happening between chapter one and the final page. 💬 What was the best book YOU read in August? And did you have any major disappointments this month? Let me know! Subscribe/follow Chapter One and Beyond for more book reviews, monthly reading wrap-ups, reading challenges, TBR updates, and bookish chaos. #AugustReadingWrapUp #ReadingWrapUp #BooksIRead #BookReviews #BookRecommendations #BookPodcast #FantasyBooks #SciFiBooks #MonthlyWrapUp #ReadingChallenge #TBR #BookTube #BookCommunity #Books2026

2. 

   28 Aug 2026

   Cheers to fifty episodes on COAB lets talk final push of 2026 reading list

   🎉 WE MADE IT TO EPISODE 50 OF CHAPTER ONE AND BEYOND! 🎉 For this milestone episode, I’m looking ahead at my final reading push of 2026 — and apparently I’ve decided to make it a little unhinged. 😂 I’ve narrowed down a massive 37-book TBR that comes directly from my bookshelf that judges me for not getting to it faster and this will become the foundation of my reading plans for the rest of the year. In this episode, I’m breaking down all 37 books, talking about why they made the list, and sharing how I plan to tackle this ambitious end-of-year reading challenge. Last year, I finished 132 books in 2025, and this year I’m determined to surpass that reading goal and see just how far I can push myself before December 31st. Between physical books, audiobooks, giant fantasy reads, backlist titles, and books that have been sitting on my shelves waiting for their turn, there is a LOT of reading ahead. Episode 50 also feels like the perfect time to say THANK YOU. ❤️ Chapter One and Beyond has grown because of everyone who has listened, watched, commented, subscribed, recommended a book, or joined me for one of my ridiculous reading challenges. I genuinely appreciate every bit of support. 📚 In Episode 50: My 37-book TBR for the rest of 2026 My plan to beat my 2025 reading goal of 132 books Physical books vs. audiobooks My end-of-year reading strategy Books I’m most excited (and slightly terrified 😂) to tackle Celebrating 50 episodes of Chapter One and Beyond! Can I actually read all 37 books before the end of 2026? There’s only one way to find out. 😬📚 #ChapterOneAndBeyond #BookTube #BookPodcast #ReadingChallenge #2026ReadingGoals #TBR #EndOfYearTBR #BooksToRead #ReadingGoals #BookRecommendations #Bookish #BookLover #ReadingVlog #Audiobooks #FantasyBooks #50thEpisode

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   21 Aug 2026

   EP 49 | Challenge Updates and more

   Welcome back to Chapter One and Beyond! 📚 It's time to dive into my a Shiritori Chapter One And Beyond Style Challenge update, HRCYED 3.0 Progress, 26 to Read in 2026 and A-Z Challenge that i'm taking on all at once! In this episode, I'm sharing the books I'm making progress on and how these challenges continue progress and figured lets make this easier for my listeners and bundle this update into one episode! Whether you're looking for your next great read, love seeing other readers' monthly TBRs, or just enjoy chatting about books, grab your favorite drink and let's talk about some of these titles! Have you taken on the HRCYED 3.0 Challenge yet? Let me know in the comments—I love hearing what's on everyone's TBR! 📚 Follow Chapter One and Beyond Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61576591834223 Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@chapteroneandbeyondpod 🎙️ If you enjoyed this episode, don't forget to follow the podcast, leave a rating and review, and share it with another book lover! #BookPodcast #BookChallenges #BookRecommendations #ReadingGoals #FantasyBooks #SciFiBooks #BookLover #BookCommunity #Readers #Audiobooks #BooksToRead

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