Tune in for our 100th Episode!!!! We're celebrating by inviting Friend of the Pod Emma Sandoval back to conduct a reverse interview. Thank you for being here for our first 100 episodes. We can't wait to get to 100 more! Recent Reads: We Will Be Jaguars by Nemonte NenquimoGood Material by Dolly AldertonThe Ghost by Robert HarrisIce Planet Barbarians by Ruby DixonIt Takes Two to Tumble by Cat Sebastian

We are reading Modelland by Tyra Banks so you don't have to (and please, we're begging you, don't read along). It took us an HOUR to get through the first three chapters, so this is part one of who knows how many. If you enjoy this, let us know, and we'll consider continuing the series! Whether you’re hate-reading along, curiosity-listening, or just here for the chaos, subscribe, share this with a friend, and leave a review to help us grow our community of book-loving nerds.&n...

If you or someone you know claims they "don't like romance," do we have the episode for you!!! This is our full-throated defense of the genre, plus where to start if you're looking to give romance a try. Links: If you're new to romance...Emily Henry (author)Cara Bastone (author)If you like mystery/thrillers...The Five Year Lie by Sarina BowenYou Can Run by Rebecca ZanettiLoreth Ann White (author)If you like literary fiction...We Could Be So Good by Cat SebastianWhat Alice Fo...

Here's what's in store for today's short & sweet book talk episode: Mid-year reading goals check-in (and how we're both woefully behind) Recent reads (including Abigail's NEW favorite read for this year) The Beach Read still posted to Instagram and its accompanying ChatGPT-sounding caption Love Hypothesis good vibes and release dateBooks we're looking forward to in 2027 and later this year (looking at you CMQ) and more!! Recent Reads The Queer Principles of ...

It’s the most wonderful time of the year at the Readirect Podcast—happy Pride!!! 🏳️‍🌈 To celebrate Pride Month, we are back with our second annual Pride Book Draft! This highly competitive episode pits Emily against Abigail as we each draft our team of books by LGBTQIA+ authors and/or featuring queer characters. Abigail’s Picks: Conversion Therapy Dropout by Timothy Schraeder Rodriguez Take a Hint, Dani Brown by Talia HibbertCome and Get It by Kiley ReidEvery Step She Takes b...

We take famous and not-so-famous book couples and fast-forward their relationships to 2026 to answer the question: Where are they now? Divorced, still together but deeply resentful, or madly in love until their dying breath? We know the answer! Couples: Bella and Edward from the Twilight Saga Scarlett Vandermeer and Lucas Blomqvist from Deep End by Ali HazelwoodEric and Kyle from Common Goal by Rachel Reid Hayden and Alice from Great Big Beautiful Life by Emily Hen...

Today we're deep-diving Noah Kahan's new album, The Great Divide, and discussing the books we'd pair with some of his songs. Mentioned Books: Heated Rivalry & The Long GameThe EverlastingHappy PlaceBeartownThe Dutch House (and Ann Patchett books in general)Love and Other WordsNo Matter WhatEast of EdenMalibu RisingRecent Reads Star Shipped by Cat SebastianYou Should Be So Lucky by Cat SebastianEveryone is Lying to You by Jo PiazzaFollow us on Instagram & TikTok @readirectp...

We're summoning summer reading energy to get us out of reading slumps and to balance our sorrow at the Beach Read casting news. Links: TikTok creator mentioned @vivafalastinleenMargo's Got Money Troubles Official Trailerdon't look much like a lover (doesn't mean that i won't try) by barkatthemoon - wolfstar beach read-ish auPaladin's GraceThe EverlastingRecent Reads: Tell the Wolves I'm Home by Carol Rifka BruntWe Could Be So Good by Cat SebastianYou Should Be So Lucky by Ca...

CONTENT WARNING: In this episode, we discuss themes from David's book, which include sexual abuse, parental abuse, suicidal ideation, and homophobia. Please take care when listening! We are joined by special guest Jubilee Dawn for today's book club, focusing on David Archuleta's memoir, Devout. About Jubilee: You can find Jubilee on YouTube, Instagram, and TikTok @jubileedawns. Her podcasts are Healed-ish and The Overshare Hour. Recent Reads: The Love of My After...

Today we're talking about the Project Hail Mary movie adaptation! Plus: Bridgerton season 5 announcement & All the Young Dudes being published (gross!!!)