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No Shelf Control Podcast

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No Shelf Control is a podcast for the chaotic mood reader who can’t stick to a TBR — and doesn’t want to. Hosted by April (@books_withapril), each week is a cozy, candid chat about books, life, and everything in between. From bookish hot takes and nostalgic throwbacks to personal stories and reading wrap-ups, this is your new favorite escape into bookworm energy. If you’re always reading five books at once, cry over fictional characters, and think “just one more chapter” is a lifestyle… welcome to the club. New episodes every Tuesday. Let’s get into it. 💕📚

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September 9, 2025

Chapter Six: The Chaotic Mood Reader’s Guide to TBRs 📚

This week’s episode is a shorter one—just 19 minutes! Perfect for a quick listen while you’re on the go.We’re diving into the beautiful chaos of TBRs (To Be Read lists)—the towering stacks, the endless Kindle downloads, and the carefully planned lists we immediately abandon. As a self-proclaimed mood reader, I’m breaking down:✨ The different types of TBRs (physical, digital, and the fantasy pile) ✨ Why mood readers can never quite stick to them ✨ The strategies I’ve tried to manage my TBR chaos—and which ones actually work ✨ How to embrace the mess and find joy in having too many books instead of feeling guilty📚 Want to take the conversation further? Join us in the No Shelf Control Book Club on Fable—we’re currently reading The Love of My After Life by Kirsty Greenwood, and you can hop in anytime.🎧 Listen, laugh, and embrace the chaos with me—and don’t forget to share your own TBR struggles!🔗 <a href="https://linktr.ee/noshelfcontrol.podcast" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">https://linktr.ee/noshelfcontrol.podcast</a>

September 2, 2025

Chapter Five: Let's Talk About Book Clubs

Happy September, book besties! This week’s episode is a double feature: first, I’m wrapping up everything I read in August—including thrillers, celebrity memoirs, and a couple of emotional 5-star reads that completely wrecked me (in the best way). Then, I’m diving into one of my favorite topics: BOOK CLUBS!I’ll walk you through why book clubs are magic, the different ways to run one (in-person, virtual, or hybrid), and the little details that make them special—like voting on picks, cozy traditions, and wine pairings. Plus, I’m sharing my own story of starting Pairs Well With Wine Book Club in 2022 and why I just launched the brand-new No Shelf Control Book Club on Fable.If you’ve ever thought about starting a book club—or just want a peek into how to make them fun, cozy, and low-pressure—this episode is for you.👉 Don’t forget to subscribe, rate, and review the pod. Follow along on Instagram/TikTok<a href="https://www.instagram.com/noshelfcontrol.pod?utm_source=chatgpt.com"> @noshelfcontrol.pod</a>, join the Substack newsletter and check out the Fable book club! 🔗 https://linktr.ee/noshelfcontrol.podcast

August 28, 2025

Chapter Four: Reading Slumps & How I Snap Out of Them

Every reader has been there—the dreaded reading slump. 📚😩 In this episode of No Shelf Control, I’m breaking down what a slump really is, why it happens and how I personally get my reading spark back. From comfort rereads to quick “palette cleanser” reads, audiobooks and even giving myself permission to DNF—I’m sharing my go-to slump busters and recent stories of climbing out of one.PLUS: exciting news! The No Shelf Control Book Club officially launches September 1st on Fable. Our very first pick is The Love of My After Life by Kirsty Greenwood, and I’d love for you to read along with us. All the details and sign-up links are in the show notes, my Substack, and of course in the bio on socials.🎧 Tune in, feel encouraged and don’t forget to share your favorite slump buster with me over on social media.Next week’s episode: The TBR Spiral 👀

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What is No Shelf Control Podcast?: No Shelf Control is a podcast for the chaotic mood reader who can’t stick to a TBR — and doesn’t want to.

Hosted by April (@books_withapril), each week is a cozy, candid chat about books, life, and everything in between. From bookish hot takes and nostalgic throwbacks to personal stories and reading wrap-ups, this is your new favorite escape into bookworm energy.

If you’re always reading five books at once, cry over fictional characters, and think “just one more chapter” is a lifestyle… welcome to the club.

New episodes every Tuesday. Let’s get into it. 💕📚
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?: No, this podcast does not typically feature guests.

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