Hello, hi, and welcome to Medium Lady Reads this is episode 10, “Crush Your Reading Goals with a Killer Holds List”

In this episode the ladies are so excited to bring you another Library-themed episode! This episode is all about one of Erin’s favorite library hacks, making the most of the library holds.

In this Episode:

• Erin and Jillian share how their reading is going - Jillian shares a tidbit that might normalize falling asleep while reading for you & Erin does a diagnostic check-in with Jillian.
• Our previous library themed episode - Episode 4 - Why We Love Libraries
• They talk about the power of holds.
• Jillian goes into when holds were a critical part of her life.
• And, Erin dives into how convenient holds being delivered to your local library branch can be.
• Have you ever wondered how to strategically place holds on books? Jillian shares strategic tips.
• If you’ve been wanting to manage your holds using websites and library apps, Erin has the tips for you.
• Long waitlists can be super frustrating but there is a way to maneuver through them, Jillian has the tips you need.
• Erin’s a pro at the “Holds Juggling Act” and she’s sharing her tips with you.
• While using holds is definitely one of Jillian and Erin’s favorite things, there is always some serendipity in browsing the shelves. 
• Jillian shares a story all about the pink covers of books!
• Up next is the hot takes segment - be sure to listen to hear what the ladies are talking about this time around.
• Jelly Pops Book Club with Jillian O’Keefe
• Finally, Erin and Jillian share what’s on their holds lists.

Books Mentioned In This Episode:

• The Year of Witching by Alexis Henderson
• Cassandra in Reverse by Holly Smale
• The House in the Pines by Ana Reyes
• Enlightenment Now: The Case for Reason, Science, Humanism, and Progress by Steven Pinker
• Outlive by Peter Attia MD
• Hello Beautiful by Ann Napolitano
• Funny Story by Emily Henry
• Lessons in Chemistry by Bonnie Garmus
• Every Summer After by Carley Fortune
• Goodbye Earl: A Revenge Novel
• The Whispers by Ashley Audrain
• Assistant to the Villain by Hannah Nicole Maehrer

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Tune in on November 13th for the next episode of the Medium Lady Reads Podcast.

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