84. Literary terms, book recommendations, and learning about the horror genre with Raelyn Torngren
Today, we welcome Raelyn Torngren to the podcast to educate us on the horror genre. From defining tropes to engaging in literary criticism to offering excellent book recommendations, we cover a lot of ground! This episode is excellent for readers who are ready to lean into their darker tastes this season or readers who are… Continue reading 84. Literary terms, book recommendations, and learning about the horror genre with Raelyn Torngren →
83. Revisiting Frankenstein by Mary Shelley
This season we’ve been getting into the autumnal mood with Gothic short stories, Victorian fiction, and an upcoming exploration of horror literature. Today, we’re rereleasing our episode on Mary Shelley’s Frankenstein, a work that fits perfectly into our seasonal theme. We hope listening or relistening to our discussion about this classroom staple will be enhanced… Continue reading 83. Revisiting Frankenstein by Mary Shelley →
82. How to read a BIG book: an introduction to Middlemarch by George Eliot
In case you missed it, we’re reading Middlemarch together! We’re both excited (and, let’s be honest) a little apprehensive about diving into George Eliot’s Middlemarch with you this fall and winter. This is a BIG book filled with lots of historical references and Eliot’s signature attention to the smallest of details. It’s also a cozy… Continue reading 82. How to read a BIG book: an introduction to Middlemarch by George Eliot →
81. The Fall of the House of Usher by Edgar Allan Poe and creepy fictional houses to explore
Today, Sara and Chelsey discuss “The Fall of the House of Usher” by Edgar Allan Poe. This delightfully creepy story ushers in (that pun was NOT intended, but let’s go with it) chilling fall breezes, spooky October vibes, and atmosphere galore. We walk through a close reading of this classic horror story and cover Poe’s… Continue reading 81. The Fall of the House of Usher by Edgar Allan Poe and creepy fictional houses to explore →
80. Forecasting our fall reading with anticipated backlist titles from our shelves
Today, Sara and Chelsey share the backlist books they’re putting on their To Be Read lists for the next few months. We speculate on which books will carry us through the early days of motherhood and which reading formats might work best in a totally unpredictable season. This episode is for anyone who wants to… Continue reading 80. Forecasting our fall reading with anticipated backlist titles from our shelves →
79. Jane Eyre by Charlotte Brontë Part Two
Today, Sara and Chelsey discuss chapters 27 through the end of Jane Eyre by Charlotte Brontë. We discuss Jane’s journeys from coming of age to literally hiking on the moors, the juxtaposition of Rochester and another romantic interest, the ending (of course), and whether or not we think this qualifies as a “feminist text.” Plus,… Continue reading 79. Jane Eyre by Charlotte Brontë Part Two →
78. Raising Readers with biblio therapist Anne Bogel
When Chelsey and Sara found out we were both expecting new family members, literally just a few days apart, many conversations of course turned to all things pregnancy and baby. We wanted to consider how motherhood would impact our reading lives and today we’re thrilled to have Anne Bogel on the podcast to talk about… Continue reading 78. Raising Readers with biblio therapist Anne Bogel →
77. Jane Eyre by Charlotte Brontë Part One
Today, Sara and Chelsey discuss chapters 1-26 of Jane Eyre by Charlotte Brontë. We’ve each read this Victorian Gothic novel multiple times, learning something new with each reread. In today’s conversation, we reflect on past reading experiences and dive into analysis. We share our thoughts on the early coming of age chapters, Jane and Rochester’s… Continue reading 77. Jane Eyre by Charlotte Brontë Part One →
75. Wrapping up summer with our favorite reads and reflections
Today, Sara and Chelsey reflect on their summer reading season with short reviews of their favorite reads, and they look ahead to their upcoming fall season. Do you enjoy hearing about our recent reads? Subscribe to our weekly newsletter to get weekly reading updates and podcast news or joining our Patreon community, where we share… Continue reading 75. Wrapping up summer with our favorite reads and reflections →
74. The Women of Brewster Place by Gloria Naylor and stories of friendship, community, and resilience
Today, Sara and Chelsey gush about a new favorite novel-in-short-stories: The Women of Brewster Place by Gloria Naylor. We focus on Naylor’s memorable prose and mastery of structure, avoiding spoilers so you can listen before reading. Plus, as always, we offer six contemporary pairings that capture similar themes, featuring short story collections and well-crafted memoirs.… Continue reading 74. The Women of Brewster Place by Gloria Naylor and stories of friendship, community, and resilience →
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