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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!

  1. 2 hrs ago

    Our Picks from New Book Tuesday Posts Summer Edition

    Titles mentioned in this episode: Dept. Q:The Keeper of Lost Causes by Jussi Adler-Olsen The Pirate Queen by Ariel Lawhon The Personal Librarian by Marie Benedict The Calamity Club by Kathryn Stockett Daughter of Egypty by Marie Benedict The Italian Correspondet by Belinda Alexandra Self-Help from the Middle Ages by Peter Jones A Founding Mother by Stephanie Dray & Laura Kamoie My Dear Hamilton by Stephanie Dray America's First Daughter by Stephanie Dray The Secret Lives of Murderers Wives by Elizabeth Arnott A Fortune of Sand by Ruta Sepetys Salt to the Sea by Ruta Sepetys Between Shades of Grey by Ruta Sepetys Fountains of Silence by Ruta Sepetys Ashes in the Snow by Ruta Sepetys Dolly All the Time by Annabel Monaghan The Shippers by Kagtherine Center The Rom-Commers by Katherine Center Things You Save in a Fire by Katherine Center Hello Stranger by Katherine Center Land by Maggie O'Farrell The Keeper of Lost Children by Sadeqa Johnson A Pair of Aces by Marie Benedict and Victoria Christopher Murray The Road Trip by Mary Kay Andrews The Lost Language of Oysters by Alexander McCall Smith The Island Club by Nicola Harrison The Women by Kristin Hannah Carrie Soto is Back by Taylor Jenkins Reid Big Little Lies by Liane Moriarty Judy Blume: A Life by Mark Oppenheimer Murder Most Delicious by Danielle Postel-Vinay The One Day You Were My Husband by Rosie Walsh Someday This Will Be a Funny Story:The Quotable Norah Ephron by Norah Ephron The Ending Writes Itself by Evelyn Clarke The Astral Library by Kate Quinn Daughter of the Sun and Moon by Lisa See The Mountains We Call Home by Kim Michele Richardson The Foursome by Christina Baker Kline How to Cheat Your Own Death by Kristen Perrin The Most Wonderful Terrible Person: A Memoir of Murder in the Golden State by Debra Miller Yesteryear by Caro Claire Burke

  2. Jul 15

    Most Likely To...(Book Character Edition)

    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

  3. Jul 1

    Book Club: The Unselected Journals of Emma M. Lion Vol 1-4 By Beth Brower

    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!

  4. Jun 17

    Tiny But Mighty: Short Books That Pack a Punch

    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

  5. Jun 4

    Our Ultimate Summer Book List 2026

    Summer reading season is here! In this episode of Our Ultimate Summer Book List 2026, we each share three books we think are perfect additions to your summer reading lineup. Whether you're looking for an engaging page-turner, a thought-provoking read, or simply something fun to enjoy by the pool, we've got recommendations for a variety of readers. We also reveal one book each that we're planning to tackle this summer, giving you a glimpse into our own reading goals. Join us for plenty of book talk, recommendations, and inspiration for your best summer reading season yet! Titles mentioned in this episode: The Seven Sisters by Lucinda Riley America's First Daughter by Stephanie Dray and Laura Kamoie The Things We Cannot Say by Kelly Rimmer The Sound of Gravel by Ruth Wariner The Glass Castle by Jeannette Walls Educated by Tara Westover Tress of The Emerald Sea by Brandon Sanderson The Princess Bride by William Goldman Mistborn Series by Brandon Sanderson Eligible by Curtis Sittenfeld Last Summer Boys by Bill Rivers Playful Parenting by Lawrence J Cohen Garden Spells by Sarah Addison Allen I'd Rather Be Reading by Anne Bogel Harry Potter by JK Rowling The Wild Robot by Peter Brown The Forget Me Not Summer by Leila Howland The Firefly Summer by Morgan Matson The Queen's Gambit by Beth Brower The Unselected Journals of Emma M Lion Beth Brower The Summer I Turned Pretty by Jennie Han It's Not Summer Without You by Jennie Han We'll Always Have Summer by Jennie Han The Serviceberry by Robin Wall Kimmerer Adventuring Together by Greta Eskridge It's Time to Talk to Your Kids About Porn by Greta Eskridge The Great Gatsby by F Scott Fitzgerald Where The Crawdads Sing by Delia Owens Man's Search For Meaning by Viktor E Frankl The Penderwicks by Jeanne Birdsall Edenbrooke by Julianne Donaldson The Killing Series by Bill O'Reilly Killing Lincoln by Bill O'Reilly The Light in Hidden Places by Sharon Cameron Suite Française by Irène Némirovsky The Blue Castle by Lucy Maud Montgomery Big Little Lies by Liane Moriarty The Day You Were My Husband by Rosie Walsh The Love of My Life by Rosie Walsh The Hotel Nantucket by Elin Hilderbrand The Pirate Queen by Ariel Lawhon The Astral Library Kate Quinn

  6. May 20

    We Don't Read Science Fiction...Or Do We?

    In this episode, we set out to prove one thing: we don’t read science fiction. At least… that’s what we thought. Join us as we explore the sci-fi titles that pulled us out of our comfort zones—and maybe even changed our minds. Were these truly “science fiction,” or just great stories with a futuristic twist? Along the way, we share what surprised us, what challenged us, and whether we’re ready to embrace a genre we once avoided. So… do we read science fiction? You might be surprised by the answer. Books mentioned in this episode: Frankenstein by Mary Shelley Dune by Frank Herbert Emma M. Lion Series by Beth Brower Station Eleven by Emily St. John Mandel 1984 by George Orwell The Testing by Joelle Charbonneau The Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins Divergent by Veronica Roth Ready Player One by Ernest Cline

  7. May 6

    Let's Talk Newberry Awards 2026

    The 2026 Newbery Medal winners are here, and we have thoughts. In this episode, we each spotlight a different honored title and break down what makes it award-worthy (or not!). From unforgettable characters to powerful themes, we’re sharing our honest reactions, favorite moments, and a few surprises along the way. Come chat books with us! Titles mentioned in this episode: The Trouble With Heroes by Kate Messner Because of Winn Dixie by Kate DiCamilo Little House on The Prarie by Laura Ingalls Wilder Ginger Pye by Eleanor Estes From The Mixed-Up Files of Mrs. Basil by E. Frankweiler The Voyages of Doctor Dolittle by Hugh Lofting Trumpeter of Krakow by Eric P. Kelly Smokey The Cow Horse by Will James On The Bank of Plum Creek by Laura Ingalls Wilder Mr. Popper's Penguins by Richard and Florence Atwater The Hundred Dresses by Eleanor Estes The Teacher of Nomad Land by Daniel Nayeri Refugee by Alan Gratz Prisoner B-3087 by Alan Gratz The Undead Fox of Deadwood Forest by Aubrey Hartman Wuthering Heights by Emily Bronte A Man Called Ove by Fredrik Backman The Nine Moons of Han Yu and Luli by Karina Yan Glaser The Vanderbeekers Series by Karina Yan Glaser All The Blues in The Sky by Renée Watson A Sea of Lemon Trees: The Corrido of Roberto Alvarez by María Dolores Águila Pax by Sara Pennypacker Heartwood Hotel by Kallie George The Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins Divergent by Veronica Roth Ready Player One by Ernest Cline Ender's Game by Orson Scott Card

  8. Apr 22

    Our Thoughts on I'd Rather Be Reading by Anne Bogel

    In this episode, we dive into I'd Rather Be Reading by Anne Bogel, a heartfelt celebration of the reading life. Each of us chose a different chapter to explore, sharing personal takeaways and favorite moments along the way. From the joy of getting lost in a good book to the habits and quirks that make readers unique, this conversation highlights why reading matters and how it shapes who we are. Whether you’re an avid reader or just getting back into books, there’s something here for you. Books mentioned in this episode: Where the Red Fern Grows by Wilson Rawls A Man Called Ove by Fredrik Backman These Is My Words by Nancy E. Turner A Bridge to Terabithia by Katherine Paterson Wonder by R.J. Palacio The Boy in the Striped Pajamas by John Boyne Kingdom of Wrenley Unbroken by Laura Hillenbrand The Hundred Dresses by Eleanor Estes LIttle House on the Prairie Series by Laura Ingalls Wilder Of Mice and Men by John Steinbeck Cannery Row by John Steinbeck East of Eden b John Steinbeck Grapes of Wrath by John Steinbeck Grapes of Wrath by John Steinbeck Erasure by Percival Everett James by Percival Everett Little Women by Louisa May Alcott Man's Search for Meaning by Victor Frankl The Sugar Queen by Sarah Allen Bear Town by Fredrik Backman My Friends by Fredrik Backman

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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!

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    Alicia Baca, Amanda Mason, Amity Hulse, Carlina Roundy, and Laura Leon
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    2025 - 2026
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