Welcome back, listeners! Nicole and Gayle catch up on their recent reads in this episode and share their summer reading picks. Join them for an engaging discussion filled with literary insights and exciting book recommendations for the sunny season ahead.Shark Heart by Emily Habeck | Amazon | BookshopSummer Fridays by Suzanne Rindell | Amazon | BookshopSociopath by Patric Gagne | Amazon | BookshopGreen Dot by Madeleine Grey | Amazon | BookshopThe Caretaker by Ron Rash | Amazon | BookshopLong Island Compromise by Taffy Brodesser-Akner | Amazon | BookshopMargo's Got Money Problems by Rufi Thorpe | Amazon | BookshopThe Memo by Rachel Dodes and Lauren Mechling | Amazon | BookshopHusbands and Lovers by Beatriz Williams | Amazon | BookshopThe Wives by Simone Gorrindo | Amazon | BookshopThe Twelve Tribes of Hattie by Ayana Mathis | Amazon | BookshopAll The Colors of The Dark by Chris Whitaker | Amazon | BookshopThe Latecomer by Jean Hanff Korelitz | Amazon | Bookshop

Welcome back, listeners! Nicole and Gayle are finally catching up after a brief hiatus due to illness and travel. In this episode, they share the books they've read or listened to over the past month. Join them for an engaging discussion as they reflect on their recent literary adventures.One Perfect Couple by Ruth Ware | Amazon | BookshopZero Days by Ruth Ware | Amazon | BookshopThe Hunter by Tana French | Amazon | BookshopGenerations by Jean Twenge | Amazon | BookshopTroubled by Rob Henderson | Amazon | BookshopThe Husbands by Holly Gramazio | Amazon | BookshopVictim by Andrew Boryga | Amazon | BookshopMercury by Amy Jo Burns | Amazon | BookshopShiner by Amy Jo Burns | Amazon | BookshopSociopath by Patric Gagne | Amazon | Bookshop

In this episode, Nicole and Gayle are buzzing with excitement as they dive into the latest releases hitting shelves this spring. From captivating novels to gripping memoirs, they share their top picks and discuss which ones they're eager to dive into next. Plus, stick around as they share their thoughts on how well book-to-screen adaptations fared at the Oscars this year. Get ready for a lively chat filled with bookish delights and cinematic insights!Here After by Amy Lin | Amazon | BookshopCrying in H Mart by Michelle Zauner | Amazon | BookshopLeaving by Roxana Robinson | Amazon | BookshopAfter Annie by Anna Quindlen | Amazon | BookshopShould We Stay Or Should We Go by Lionel Shriver by Amazon | BookshopThe Husbands by Holly Gramazio | Amazon | BookshopThe Wives by Simone Gorrindo | Amazon | BookshopThe Blueprint by Rae Giana Rashad | Amazon | BookshopDays of Wonder by Caroline Leavitt | Amazon | BookshopOne Perfect Couple by Ruth Ware | Amazon | BookshopJames by Percival Everett | Amazon | BookshopWomen and Children First by Alina Grabowski | Amazon | BookshopThe Familiar by Leigh Bardugo | Amazon | BookshopGreat Expectations by Vinson Cunningham | Amazon | BookshopThe New Couple in 5B by Lisa Unger | Amazon | <a...

In this episode, Gayle and Nicole dive into the world of spring paperbacks, exploring the titles that have caught their eye. Join us as Nicole shares her vacation reading list, offering tantalizing glimpses into the stories that will accompany her getaway. But that's not all – Gayle has an electrifying announcement to make: the long-awaited reveal of the name for her upcoming bookstore opening later this year. Stay tuned for all this and more in our lively discussion ahead!Remarkably Bright Creatures by Shelley Van Pelt | Amazon | BookshopGood Material by Dolly Alderton | Amazon | BookshopRomantic Comedy by Curtis Sittenfeld | Amazon | BookshopGames and Rituals by Katherine Heiny | Amazon | BookshopMaame by Jessica GeorgeAmazonBookshopGenerations by Jean Twenge | Amazon | BookshopRoman Stories by Jhumpa Lahiri | Amazon | BookshopThe Alchemist by Paul Coelho | Amazon | BookshopZero Days by Ruth Ware | Amazon | BookshopPineapple Street by Jenny Jackson | Amazon | BookshopThe House in the Pines by Ana Reyes | Amazon | BookshopI Have Some Questions for You by Rebecca Makkai | Amazon | BookshopGood Material by Dolly Alderton | Amazon | BookshopPiglet by Lottie Hazell | Amazon | Bookshop

In this week's episode, Nicole and Gayle discuss their current reads and share brief insights into recent celebrity book club picks. Join them for a lively conversation about the books capturing their attention and their thoughts on the latest literary trends. Tune in for engaging discussions and fresh recommendations that promise to inspire your next reading adventure.Absolution by Ann McDermott | Amazon | BookshopThe Last Love Note by Emma Grey | Amazon | BookshopThe Art Thief by Michael Finkel | Amazon | BookshopSam by Allegra Goodman | Amazon | BookshopGood Material by Dolly Alderton | Amazon | BookshopCome And Get It by Kiley Reid | Amazon | BookshopA Court of Thorn and Roses by Sarah J. Maas | Amazon | BookshopA Court of Mist and Fury by Sarah J. Maas | Amazon | BookshopFourth Wing by Rebecca Yarros | Amazon | BookshopIron Flame by Rebecca Yarros | Amazon | Bookshop

In this episode, Nicole and Gayle share their latest reads and dive into a discussion about upcoming releases. With infectious enthusiasm, they offer insights into the books that have resonated with them recently and reveal a curated list of picks they're eager to explore or anticipate. Tune in for a brief yet vibrant journey through the literary world, as Nicole and Gayle bring their dynamic perspectives to the forefront, making this episode a must-listen for book enthusiasts seeking fresh recommendations and an insider's look at the latest in literature.The Woman In Me by Britney Spears | Amazon | BookshopCome And Get it by Kiley Reid | Amazon | BookshopThe Things We Do To Our Friends by Heather Darwent | Amazon | BookshopFamily Family by Laurie Frankel | Amazon | BookshopThe Other Profile by Irene Graziosi | Amazon | BookshopA Court of Thorn and Roses by Sarah J. Maas | Amazon | BookshopLeaving by Roxana Robinson | Amazon | BookshopSplinters by Leslie Jamison | Amazon | BookshopAnna O by Matthew Blake | Amazon | BookshopThe Women by Kristin Hannah | Amazon | BookshopOurs by Philip Williams | Amazon | BookshopBye, Baby by Carola Lovering | Amazon | BookshopThe Fury by Alex Michaelides | Amazon | BookshopAfter Annie by Anna Quindlen | Amazon | BookshopThe Morningside by Tea Obrecht | <a href="https://amzn.to/49kjYwE"...

In this episode, Nicole and Gayle engage in a casual conversation reflecting on their experiences in 2023. They delve deeper into some of their favorite books, providing more insights. Towards the end, they shift gears to discuss the reading challenges they anticipate for 2024.Gayle's blog 2024 Reading ChallengeThe Berry Pickers by Amanda Peters | Amazon | BookshopAbsolution by Ann McDermott | Amazon | BookshopThe Light Pirate by Lily Brooks-Dalton | Amazon | BookshopAll That Is Mine I Carry With Me by William Landay | Amazon | BookshopTom Lake by Ann Patchett | Amazon | BookshopHello Beautiful by Ann Napolitano | Amazon | BookshopPineapple Street by Jennifer Jackson | Amazon | BookshopFourth Wing by Rebecca Yarros | Amazon | BookshopIron Flame by Rebecca Yarros | Amazon | BookshopNatural Beauty by Ling Ling Huang | Amazon | BookshopNightcrawling by Leila Mottley | Amazon | Bookshop

In this episode, Nicole and Gayle share their top book recommendations of the year, discussing gripping plots, diverse characters, and impactful themes that resonated with them. From thrilling mysteries to thought-provoking non-fiction, their engaging conversation offers insightful insights into their most cherished reads of the year.Tangerine by Christine Mangan | Amazon | BookshopHot Springs Drive by Lindsay Hunter | Amazon | BookshopDele Weds Destiny by Tomi Obaro | Amazon | BookshopHow To Protect Bookstores And Why by Danny Caine | Amazon | BookshopBookends by Zibby Owens | Amazon | BookshopThe LIght Pirate by Lily Brooks-Dalton | Amazon | BookshopRomantic Comedy by Curtis Sittenfeld | Amazon | BookshopTalking At Night by Claire Daverly | Amazon | BookshopThe Road To Dalton by Shannon Bowring | Amazon | BookshopWe All Want Impossible Things by Catherine Newman | Amazon | BookshopYou Could Make This Place Beautiful by Maggie Smith | Amazon | BookshopI Could Live Here Forever by Hanna Halperin | Amazon | BookshopAll That Is Mine I Carry With Me by William Landay | Amazon | Bookshop

In this episode, Nicole and Gayle have a relaxed discussion about the books they have read. Gayle also gives an update on her bookish project. They also talk about some series adaptations.Exit Interview by Kristi Coulter | Amazon | BookshopNothing Good Can Come Of This by Kristi Coulter | Amazon | BookshopYoung Jane Young by Gabrielle Zevin | Amazon | BookshopThe Unsettled by Ayanna Mathis | Amazon | Bookshop

In this episode, Nicole and Gayle talk about what they have been reading during this last month. Some of the books they first came across in the fall preview. Yellowface by R F Kuang | Amazon | BookshopThe Spare Room by Andrea Bartz | Amazon | BookshopSmacked by Eilene Zimmerman | Amazon | BookshopThe Guest by Emma Cline | Amazon | BookshopPete and Alice in Maine by Caitlin Shetterly | Amazon | BookshopThe Country Of The Blind by Andrew Leland | Amazon | BookshopThe Road To Dalton by Shannon Bowring | Amazon | BookshopThe Book of Goose by Yiyun Li | Amazon | Bookshop