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Read Alert

Read Alert

By: 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!Alicia Baca, Amanda Mason, Amity Hulse, Carlina Roundy, and Laura Leon Art Literary History & Criticism
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  • Most Likely To...(Book Character Edition)
    Jul 15 2026

    What if your favorite literary characters were all thrown into the same yearbook? In this episode, we're handing out "Most Likely To..." superlatives to some of our favorite characters from the books we've read. From the character most likely to survive a zombie apocalypse to the one most likely to hold a grudge forever, we're making the case for who deserves each title. Along the way, we'll revisit beloved (and not-so-beloved) characters, debate our picks, and celebrate the personalities that have made these stories unforgettable. Whether you're a fan of timeless classics or just love talking about memorable fictional people, this episode is full of literary laughs, spirited discussion, and plenty of bookish fun.

    Titles mentioned in this episode:

    Anne of Green Gables by L.M. Montgomery

    The Blue Castle by L.M. Montgomery

    Pride and Prejudice by Jane Austen

    Jane Eyre by Charlotee Bronte

    Little Women by Louisa May Alcott

    The Emma M. Lion Series by Beth Brower

    Allegedly by Tiffany D. Jackson

    Daisy Jones and the Six by Taylor Jenkins Reid

    The Great Gatsby by F. Scott Fitzgerald

    Atmosphere by Taylor Jenkins Reid

    The Quiet Tenant by Clemence Michalon

    Far From the Madding Crowd by Thomas Hardy

    The Lord of the Rings by J.R.R. Tolkien

    Great Expectations by Charles Dickens

    Crime and Punishment by Fyodor Dostoevsky

    Wuthering Heights by Emily Bronte

    Uncle Tom's Cabin by Harriet Beecher Stowe

    East of Eden by John Steinbeck

    To Kill a Mockingbird by Harper Lee

    Go Set a Watchman by Harper Lee

    Tuesdays with Morrie by Mitch Albom

    The Storied Life of A. J. Fikrey by Gabrielle Zevin

    The Glass Castle by Jeannette Walls

    The Wheel on the School by Meindert DeJong

    These is My Words by Nancy E. Turner

    Sense & Sensibility by Jane Austen

    The Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins

    Persuasion by Jane Austen

    Emma by Jane Austen

    The Wizard of Oz by L. Frank Baum

    Mary Poppins by P. L. Travers

    Les Miserables by Victor Hugo

    Eligible by Curtis Sittenfeld

    Gone With the Wind by Margaret Mitchell

    Rebecca by Daphne Du Maurier

    Yesteryear by Caro Claire Burke

    Station Eleven by Emily St. John Mandel

    Macbeth by William Shakespeare

    The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe by C. S. Lewis

    The Happy Life of Isadora Bentley by Courtney Walsh

    The House in the Cerulean Sea by T.J. Klune

    The Girl Who Drank the Moon by Kelly Barnhill

    Carrie Soto is Back by Taylor Jenkins Reid

    A Man Called Ove by Fredrik Backman

    A Christmas Carol by Charles Dickens

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    38 mins
  • Book Club: The Unselected Journals of Emma M. Lion Vol 1-4 By Beth Brower
    Jul 1 2026

    Step into Victorian London with us as we discuss The Unselected Journals of Emma M. Lion by Beth Brower. In this episode, we chat about Emma's unforgettable voice, the wonderfully eccentric residents of St. Crispian's, and why this charming series has captured the hearts of so many readers. We share our favorite characters, memorable quotes, and which of the men in her life deserve to be "the one." Pour yourself a cup of tea and join our book club conversation!

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    1 hr and 4 mins
  • Tiny But Mighty: Short Books That Pack a Punch
    Jun 17 2026

    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:

    And Every Morning the Way Home Gets Longer and Longer by Fredrik Backman

    My Friends by Fredrik Backman

    A Man Called Ove by Fredrik Backman

    My Grandmother Asked Me To Tell You She's Sorry by Fredrik Backman

    The Alchemist by Paulo Coelho

    Tuesday's With Morrie by Mitch Albom

    Man's Search For Meaning by Viktor Frankl

    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

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    35 mins
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