We're 5 moms that talk about our favorite reads, book news, books lists and more! We'll provide you with all the great reads that you should add to your TBR, and tell you which ones you should skip. Join us for all of the fun bookish conversations!
Read Alert
Claim This Podcastby Alicia Baca, Amanda Mason, Amity Hulse, Carlina Roundy, and Laura Leon
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We're 5 moms that talk about our favorite reads, book news, books lists and more! We'll provide you with all the great reads that you should add to your TBR, and tell you which ones you should skip. Join us for all of the fun bookish conversations!
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Recent Episodes
June 17, 2026
Tiny But Mighty: Short Books That Pack a Punch
<p>Big stories don't always require big page counts. In this episode, we each chose a short book that made a lasting impression and shared what made it memorable. From powerful characters and thought-provoking themes to unforgettable storytelling, these books prove that a great read can come in a small package. Join us as we discuss the short books that packed the biggest punch and might just earn a spot on your reading list.Titles mentioned in this episode:</p><p>And Every Morning the Way Home Gets Longer and Longer by Fredrik Backman</p><p>My Friends by Fredrik Backman</p><p>A Man Called Ove by Fredrik Backman</p><p>My Grandmother Asked Me To Tell You She's Sorry by Fredrik Backman</p><p>The Alchemist by Paulo Coelho</p><p>Tuesday's With Morrie by Mitch Albom</p><p>Man's Search For Meaning by Viktor Frankl</p><p>The Unselected Journals of Emma M. Lion by Beth BrowerUp next: Book Club Episode Featuring The Unselected Journals of Emma M. Lion, Volumes 1-4</p>
June 4, 2026
Our Ultimate Summer Book List 2026
<p>Summer reading season is here! In this episode of Our Ultimate Summer Book List 2026, we each share three books we think are perfect additions to your summer reading lineup. Whether you're looking for an engaging page-turner, a thought-provoking read, or simply something fun to enjoy by the pool, we've got recommendations for a variety of readers. We also reveal one book each that we're planning to tackle this summer, giving you a glimpse into our own reading goals. Join us for plenty of book talk, recommendations, and inspiration for your best summer reading season yet!</p><p><br></p><p>Titles mentioned in this episode:</p><p>The Seven Sisters by Lucinda Riley</p><p>America's First Daughter by Stephanie Dray and Laura Kamoie</p><p>The Things We Cannot Say by Kelly Rimmer</p><p>The Sound of Gravel by Ruth Wariner</p><p>The Glass Castle by Jeannette Walls</p><p>Educated by Tara Westover</p><p>Tress of The Emerald Sea by Brandon Sanderson</p><p>The Princess Bride by William Goldman</p><p>Mistborn Series by Brandon Sanderson</p><p>Eligible by Curtis Sittenfeld</p><p>Last Summer Boys by Bill Rivers</p><p>Playful Parenting by Lawrence J Cohen</p><p>Garden Spells by Sarah Addison Allen</p><p>I'd Rather Be Reading by Anne Bogel</p><p>Harry Potter by JK Rowling</p><p>The Wild Robot by Peter Brown</p><p>The Forget Me Not Summer by Leila Howland</p><p>The Firefly Summer by Morgan Matson</p><p>The Queen's Gambit by Beth Brower</p><p>The Unselected Journals of Emma M Lion Beth Brower</p><p>The Summer I Turned Pretty by Jennie Han</p><p>It's Not Summer Without You by Jennie Han</p><p>We'll Always Have Summer by Jennie Han</p><p>The Serviceberry by Robin Wall Kimmerer</p><p>Adventuring Together by Greta Eskridge</p><p>It's Time to Talk to Your Kids About Porn by Greta Eskridge</p><p>The Great Gatsby by F Scott Fitzgerald</p><p>Where The Crawdads Sing by Delia Owens</p><p>Man's Search For Meaning by Viktor E Frankl</p><p>The Penderwicks by Jeanne Birdsall</p><p>Edenbrooke by Julianne Donaldson</p><p>The Killing Series by Bill O'Reilly</p><p>Killing Lincoln by Bill O'Reilly</p><p>The Light in Hidden Places by Sharon Cameron</p><p>Suite Française by Irène Némirovsky</p><p>The Blue Castle by Lucy Maud Montgomery</p><p>Big Little Lies by Liane Moriarty</p><p>The Day You Were My Husband by Rosie Walsh</p><p>The Love of My Life by Rosie Walsh</p><p>The Hotel Nantucket by Elin Hilderbrand</p><p>The Pirate Queen by Ariel Lawhon</p><p>The Astral Library Kate Quinn</p>
May 20, 2026
We Don't Read Science Fiction...Or Do We?
<p>In this episode, we set out to prove one thing: we don’t read science fiction. At least… that’s what we thought. Join us as we explore the sci-fi titles that pulled us out of our comfort zones—and maybe even changed our minds. Were these truly “science fiction,” or just great stories with a futuristic twist? Along the way, we share what surprised us, what challenged us, and whether we’re ready to embrace a genre we once avoided.</p><p>So… do we read science fiction? You might be surprised by the answer.</p><p>Books mentioned in this episode:</p><p>Frankenstein by Mary Shelley</p><p>Dune by Frank Herbert</p><p>Emma M. Lion Series by Beth Brower</p><p>Station Eleven by Emily St. John Mandel</p><p>1984 by George Orwell</p><p>The Testing by Joelle Charbonneau</p><p>The Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins</p><p>Divergent by Veronica Roth</p><p>Ready Player One by Ernest Cline</p>
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