Here For The Story
Claim This Podcastby Lauren & Shari
Podcast Overview
<p><i>Here for the Story</i> is a cozy podcast about books, reading, creativity, and the stories that connect us. Hosted by illustrator and book reviewer Shari Borba and Lauren Dutch, owner of independent bookstore Story Books and Toys, the show explores the book world from two perspectives: behind-the-scenes creation and front-of-store discovery.</p><p>Each episode features conversations about books, author life, creativity, publishing, and the reading community, along with book recommendations, thoughtful questions, and stories from authors, creatives, and local voices. Listeners will find inspiration for their reading lives, creative pursuits, and connection through storytelling.</p><p>Whether you love bookstores, book art, reading, or simply getting lost in a good story, you’re welcome in our little corner of the world. Our first episodes are live. Pull up a chair and stay awhile.</p>
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2/23/2026
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Recent Episodes
July 16, 2026
S1 E16: Interview with Lindsey Olsson Author of To Drown A Witch
<p>Today we have the honor of talking with Author Lindsey Olsson. We believe not only will you love her book, you will be just as excited as we are, to see what other stories she will have for us in the future. Lindsey’s book To Drown a Witch is a thrilling fantasy young adult book and it is the first book in a planned Duology. Get to know a little about Lindsey, her journey and all the things we get to look forward to. </p><p></p><p>Drinks: </p><p>Trader Joes Sparkling Elderberry water</p><p>Tea Forte Tumeric Chia</p><p>Lauren's homemade Coldbrew</p><p></p><p>Books in Order: </p><p><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://bookshop.org/p/books/house-of-earth-and-blood-sarah-j-maas/daf6d00242e04a80?ean=9781635577020" target="_blank">Crescent City Series</a></p><p><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://bookshop.org/p/books/to-drown-a-witch-lindsey-olsson/88859f01a883261c?ean=9798217004799" target="_blank">To Drown A Witch</a></p><p><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://bookshop.org/p/books/the-unselected-journals-of-emma-m-lion-vol-3-beth-brower/2d7044c7678a5542?ean=9780998063638" target="_blank">Emma M. Lion </a></p><p><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://bookshop.org/p/books/fever-dream-a-novel-elsie-silver/a59b68213a6a136b?ean=9781668099575" target="_blank">Elise Silver Fever Dream</a></p><p><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://bookshop.org/p/books/behind-the-bedroom-wall-laura-e-williams/79f9edad81758072?ean=9781571316585" target="_blank">Behind The Bedroom Wall</a><br /></p><p>All About Lindsey</p><p>Website: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://lindseyolsson.com/" target="_blank">Get more about Lindsey</a></p><p>Instagram: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.instagram.com/lindseyolssonauthor" target="_blank">@lindseyolssonauthor</a></p><p></p><p>Book Cover Artist: @colinverdi<br /></p><p>Thank you for hanging with us! </p><p></p><p>Contact us at: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="mailto:hereforthestorypodcast@gmail.com" target="_blank">hereforthestorypodcast@gmail.com</a></p><p>Connect with Sheri:<a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.shariborba.com/" target="_blank"> Website</a> Instagram<a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.instagram.com/shariborba_designs/" target="_blank"> @shariborba_designs</a> </p><p>Connect with Lauren:<a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://mail.google.com/mail/u/1/www.storybooksandtoys.com" target="_blank"> Website</a> Instagram<a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.instagram.com/story_books_and__toys/?hl=en" target="_blank"> @story_books_and_toys</a></p>
July 9, 2026
S1 E15: Reading Slumps
<p>Today we are chatting about reading slumps. Are you in a reading slump? Have you been in a reading slump your whole life? Come with us as we chat about reading slumps, finding the right book and re-defining yourself as a reader, and re-framing how we look at our own personal reading journey. Because, truly…we are all readers! </p><p></p><p>Books In Order: </p><p><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://bookshop.org/p/books/untitled-scarlett-press-novel-scarlett-press-author-to-be-announced/8643f0a7676f68f8?ean=9798347122363" target="_blank">Dagermouth</a> by H. M. Wolfe</p><p><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://bookshop.org/p/books/the-ever-king-lj-andrews/a2cc136fcaee80aa?ean=9780593955024" target="_blank">Everseas Series</a> LJ Andrews</p><p><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://bookshop.org/p/books/the-ballad-of-falling-dragons-deluxe-limited-edition-a-novel-sarah-a-parker/8ab1ca745c9938e1?ean=9780063415898&next=t" target="_blank">Ballard of Falling Dragons Sarah J Parker</a></p><p>Here are some links to connect with us: </p><p><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="mailto:hereforthestorypodcast@gmail.com" target="_blank">hereforthestorypodcast@gmail.com</a></p><p>Connect with Sheri:<a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.shariborba.com/" target="_blank"> Website</a> Instagram<a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.instagram.com/shariborba_designs/" target="_blank"> @shariborba_designs</a> </p><p>Connect with Lauren:<a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://mail.google.com/mail/u/1/www.storybooksandtoys.com" target="_blank"> Website</a> Instagram<a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.instagram.com/story_books_and__toys/?hl=en" target="_blank"> @story_books_and_toys</a></p>
June 18, 2026
S1 E14: Interview With International Author Camilla Isley
<p>Today Shari and Lauren sit down with International Author Camilla Isley, who has written over 30 hilarious and heartfelt books highlighting some of our favorite romantic tropes. If you have been sleeping on Camila Isley we hope you spend the entire summer diving into her many books that we love and admire. We hope you laugh out loud and fall in love.</p><p></p><p>Sari’s Tea: </p><p><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://teaforte.com/" target="_blank">Tea Forte</a> </p><p>Books In Order:</p><p><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://bookshop.org/p/books/second-chance-saloon-maggie-eckersley/fa070e596ead400d?ean=9780008819699&next=t" target="_blank">Second Chance Salon Maggie Ekersley</a></p><p><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://bookshop.org/p/books/sunrise-on-the-reaping-deluxe-edition-suzanne-collins/3283ef9507320636?ean=9798225088347&next=t" target="_blank">Sunrise on The Reaping Suzanne Collins</a></p><p><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://bookshop.org/p/books/the-love-algorithm-camilla-isley/613de14d72b3fc32?ean=9781837519521&next=t" target="_blank">The Love Algorithm Camilla Isley</a></p><h1><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://bookshop.org/p/books/the-heat-of-the-moment-a-brand-new-slow-burn-firefighter-romance-about-second-chances-and-finding-your-spark-camilla-isley/ff15eff072372304?ean=9781836333937&next=t" target="_blank">Heat of The Moment</a></h1><p><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://bookshop.org/p/books/opposites-attract-an-enemies-to-lovers-neighbors-to-lovers-romantic-comedy-camilla-isley/2118c360f3e95892?ean=9788887269550&next=t" target="_blank">Opposites Attract</a></p><p><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://bookshop.org/p/books/the-ballad-of-falling-dragons-deluxe-limited-edition-a-novel-sarah-a-parker/8ab1ca745c9938e1?ean=9780063415898&next=t" target="_blank">Ballard of Falling Dragons Sarah J Parker</a></p><p><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://bookshop.org/p/books/the-pillars-of-the-earth-a-novel-ken-follett/c3a1fd75a0ffaac6?ean=9780451222138&next=t" target="_blank">Pillars of The Earth</a> </p><p>Camila's books can be found on <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://Bookshop.org" target="_blank">Bookshop.org</a> You also hope you request her books from your local Independent Bookshop. </p><p>Upcoming Books: </p><p><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://bookshop.org/p/books/fall-for-me-camilla-isley/8d5c8f9a24cde0b3?ean=9781807034160&next=t" target="_blank">Fall For Me</a> Out July 15th</p><p>Find Camilla On Instagram @camillaisley Website: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://camillaisley.com/" target="_blank">https://camillaisley.com/</a></p><p>Connect with us: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="mailto:hereforthestorypodcast@gmail.com" target="_blank">hereforthestorypodcast@gmail.com</a></p><p>Connect with Sheri:<a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.shariborba.com/" target="_blank"> Website</a> Instagram<a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.instagram.com/shariborba_designs/" target="_blank"> @shariborba_designs</a> </p><p>Connect with Lauren:<a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://mail.google.com/mail/u/1/www.storybooksandtoys.com" target="_blank"> Website</a> Instagram<a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.instagram.com/story_books_and__toys/?hl=en" target="_blank"> @story_books_and_toys</a></p><p></p>
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- What is Here For The Story?
<p><i>Here for the Story</i> is a cozy podcast about books, reading, creativity, and the stories that connect us. Hosted by illustrator and book reviewer Shari Borba and Lauren Dutch, owner of independent bookstore Story Books and Toys, the show explores the book world from two perspectives: behind-the-scenes creation and front-of-store discovery.</p><p>Each episode features conversations about books, author life, creativity, publishing, and the reading community, along with book recommendations, thoughtful questions, and stories from authors, creatives, and local voices. Listeners will find inspiration for their reading lives, creative pursuits, and connection through storytelling.</p><p>Whether you love bookstores, book art, reading, or simply getting lost in a good story, you’re welcome in our little corner of the world. Our first episodes are live. Pull up a chair and stay awhile.</p> - How often does this podcast release new episodes?
This podcast updates daily.
- Where can I listen to this podcast?
This podcast is available on 4 platforms including Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and more. You can also use the RSS feed directly.
- Does this podcast accept guests?
Yes, this podcast regularly features guests.
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