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The Read Carpet Report is your backstage pass to celebrity book clubs, where red carpet buzz meets real reader reactions. It’s a fast, fun weekly podcast on celebrity book club reads, book adaptations, and the hottest new releases. We will meet you on the read carpet!

  1. The Best Family Inheritance Books

    21. Mai

    The Best Family Inheritance Books

    Read Carpet Report Show Notes Episode 17 (The Best Family Inheritance Books)This week on the Read Carpet Report, Jackie and Kirsten talk about the best family inheritance books and why this plot device is such a fun one to read about! Then, they give recommendations for their favorite family inheritance stories from various genres. Before that, Kirsten gives her review of season 1 of Off-Campus - it's a steamy adaptation that's true to the book series. Jackie gives an update on one of her favorite book series getting a green light for production. TakeawaysThe Read Carpet RundownOff Campus ReviewBooks like the Off Campus SeriesGood Girl's Guide to Murder Season 2Fourth Wing UpdateFourth Wing Series in OrderGuide to Fourth Wing CharactersFourth Wing TheoriesPlot Twist: Family Inheritance NovelsFamily Inheritance NovelsBeyond the Bookends Book ClubAdult Summer Reading ChallengeAnnual Reading ChallengeThe Bookmark: Dolly All the Time by Annabel MonaghanAnnabel Monaghan BooksThe Reader Question: What are your predictions for the June 2026 Celebrity Book Club Picks?June 2026 Celebrity Book Club SpoilersJune 2026 Book ReleasesThe Books We DiscussedShop for every book or product we discussed in this episode here: https://shopmy.us/shop/collections/5387647 Chapters00:31 Read Carpet Rundown00:47 Off-Campus Review05:43 Book Adaptation News09:19 Plot Twist: Family Inheritance Novels20:38 The Bookmark: Dolly All the Time by Annabel Monaghan

    25 Min.
  2. The Queen's Reading Room

    14. Mai

    The Queen's Reading Room

    This week's episode delves into the best books from the Queen's Reading Room. What was once a book club is now a charity. Jackie and Kirsten talk about their favorite books along with crowd favorites. Prior to the main discussion, in the Read Carpet Rundown, a discussion of the adaptation of Remarkably Bright Creatures and the comparison between the book and movie versions occurs, along with reviews of The Devil Wears Prada 2. The show concludes with this week's book recommendation, Make Believe by Mac Barnett. Takeaways The Read Carpet RundownRemarkably Bright Creatures ReviewRemarkably Bright Creatures Summary and ReviewRemarkably Bright Creatures Book Club Questions and Discussion GuideThe Devil Wears Prada 2 ReviewNovels About FashionFive Star Weekend Trailer DiscussionFriendship BooksThe Best The Queen's Reading Room Book Club PicksThe Best Queen Camilla Book Club BooksQueen Camilla’s Book Club: Complete ListDiscussion of Louise PennyLouise Penny CharactersSummary of The Grey Wolf by Louise PennyLouise Penny Books in Order With SummariesThe Bookmark: Make Believe by Mac BarnettMay 2026 Book ReleasesReader Question: What is your favorite family inheritance novel? The Books We Discussed Shop for every book or product we discussed in this episode here: https://shopmy.us/shop/collections/5264663 Chapters 00:30 Read Carpet Report05:08 Fashion Trends10:05 The Queen's Reading Room 10114:20 Our Favorite Books from The Queen's Reading Room25:20 Your Favorite Books25:46 The Bookmark - Make Believe by Mac Barnett

    29 Min.
  3. May 2026 Celebrity Book Club Picks

    7. Mai

    May 2026 Celebrity Book Club Picks

    This episode covers a range of book-related topics, including exciting book news about upcoming book adaptations for Lord of the Flies, Remarkably Bright Creatures, and The Off-Campus series. The Queen's recent trip to New York and her visit with Jenna Bush Hager are also covered. The conversation also highlights the mismatch between the May 2026 celebrity book club selections and the current season of the year, as the picks feel more appropriate for fall. Additionally, the episode features a book review of 'Our Perfect Storm' by Carly Fortune. Takeaways The Read Carpet RundownLord of the Flies is on NetflixRemarkably Bright Creatures is on NetflixUltimate List of Feel-Good BooksRemarkably Bright Creatures Summary and ReviewRemarkably Bright Creatures Book Club Questions and Discussion GuideOff-Campus SeriesSizzling College Romance BooksQueen Camilla came to NYCSee the InterviewPick Party: May 2026 Celebrity Book Club PicksMay 2026 Celebrity Book Club SpoilersThe Bookmark: Our Perfect Storm by Carley FortuneMay 2026 Book ReleasesThe Reader Question: What is your favorite Queen Camilla bookQueen Camilla’s Book Club: Complete List The Books We Discussed Shop for every book or product we discussed in this episode here: https://shopmy.us/shop/collections/5128269 Chapters 00:21 Read Carpet Rundown06:10 May 2026 Celebrity Book Club Picks19:03 The Bookmark

    23 Min.
  4. The Best Road Trip Novels

    23. Apr.

    The Best Road Trip Novels

    This episode opens with a quick reminder about the upcoming Devil Wears Prada sequel, followed by discussions on Oprah's dinner party and Reese's controversial AI video. The conversation delves into the pros and cons of AI, its impact on jobs and creativity, and the need to learn to use it responsibly. The environmental impact of AI is highlighted, leading to a nuanced discussion on the topic. The episode concludes with a shift to a fun discussion on road trip books. The conversation covers a range of book genres and themes, including misleading book titles, real-life road trips, unique road trip stories, and some birthday banter. It ends with The Bookmark and the reader question. TakeawaysThe Read Carpet RundownThe Devil Wears Prada AdaptationNovels About FashionOprah's Dinner PartyReese's AI ControversyPlot Twist: Road Trip NovelsBooks About Road TripsBeyond the Bookends Book ClubAdult Summer Reading ChallengeAnnual Reading ChallengeThe Bookmark: The Island Club by Nicola HarrisonApril 2026 Book ReleasesThe Reader Question: What are your predictions for the May 2026 Celebrity Book Club Picks?The Books We DiscussedShop for every book or product we discussed in this episode here: https://shopmy.us/shop/collections/4907649 Chapters00:24 Read Carpet Rundown02:57 Reese AI Controversy14:05 Plot Twist: Road Trip Novels26:18 The Bookmark

    30 Min.
  5. The Best Read with Jenna Book Club Picks

    16. Apr.

    The Best Read with Jenna Book Club Picks

    This week's episode delves into the best Read with Jenna book club books of all time. The hosts discuss under-reviewed book selections and provide an overview of the Read with Jenna book club, along with their favorite book club picks from her choices. A discussion comparing her Thousand Voices imprint selections to her Read with Jenna book club picks also takes place. The conversation also explores the new Reese Witherspoon candle line, an upcoming animated book adaptation, and the casting announcement for The Husbands. Takeaways The Read Carpet RundownReese's Yankee Candle Company PartnershipHouse in the Cerulean Sea Animated SeriesBest Feel-Good ReadsThe Husbands Casting AnnouncementBeach Reads 2024The Best Read with Jenna Book Club PicksThe Best Read with Jenna BooksRead with Jenna Book Club ListThe Bookmark: Go Gentle by Maria SempleOprah Book Club List 2026Reader Question: What is your favorite rBooks About Road Trips Books We Discussed Shop for every book or product we discussed in this episode here: https://shopmy.us/shop/collections/4809873 Chapters 00:23 Read Carpet Rundown05:20 Our Favorite Read With Jenna Picks19:21 Under-reviewed RWJ Picks23:05 Discussion of Jenna's Imprint29:44 The Bookmark

    33 Min.
  6. April 2026 Celebrity Book Club Picks

    9. Apr.

    April 2026 Celebrity Book Club Picks

    This episode covers the April 2026 celebrity book club picks, 3 upcoming book adaptations, and some backlist book recommendations. It delves into specific book title picks, their premises, and Jackie and Kirsten's opinions of each. The discussion also highlights April's new releases coming out from former celebrity book club authors. We also recommend two books in The Bookmark and ask readers to tell us their favorite Read with Jenna picks of all time! Takeaways The Read Carpet RundownUpcoming Book Adaptations include The Minature Wife on PeacockMargot's Got Money Troubles on Apple TVBest New Fiction Books of 2024The Testaments on HuluThe April Celebrity Book Club PicksApril 2026 Celebrity Book Club SpoilersMore Former Celebrity Book Club Author New ReleasesApril 2026 Book ReleasesThe Bookmark: The Fine Print by Lauren Asher & The Escape Game by Marisa Meyer and Tamara RossReader Question: What is your favorite Read with Jenna book club pick? The Books We Discussed Shop for every book or product we discussed in this episode here: https://shopmy.us/shop/collections/4719847 Chapters 00:41 Read Carpet Rundown05:23 April 2026 Celebrity Book Club Picks18:23 Former Celebrity Book Club Authors With New Books23:54 The Bookmark

    28 Min.
  7. Author Talk with Alli Hoff Kosik

    26. März

    Author Talk with Alli Hoff Kosik

    This episode covers book adaptation casting news, and includes a discussion of the best children's TV shows. It also delves into the author Alli Hoff Kosik's career before publishing her debut novel, Too Blessed to Stress. The conversation with Alli covers a range of topics, including influencer culture, her writing process, and the themes of her book. The discussion also delves into the portrayal of influencer culture and the balance between light and heavy themes in writing. The episode concludes with The Bookmark Pick, No Matter What by Cara Bastone. Takeaways The Read Carpet ReportFor Kids: The Magic Faraway Tree and Pout-Pout Fish are in theathersBest Books for 5-year-oldsFor Adults: Discussion of upcoming adaptations of The Correspondent, Finlay Donovan is Killing it, and God of the WoodsBest Epistolary NovelsBest Cozy Mystery BooksBooks Set in the 70sInterview with Alli Hoff Kosik, author of Too Blessed to Stress, on her pre-writing career, what it's like to write multi-POV fiction, and having her book come out amid Christian-influencer drama.Friendship BooksThe Bookmark: No Matter What by Cara BastoneSecond Chance Romance BooksBooks We Discussed Shop for every book or product we discussed in this episode here: https://shopmy.us/shop/collections/4491327 Chapters 00:22 The Read Carpet Rundown06:33 Interview with Alli Hoff Kosik36:49 The Bookmark

    39 Min.
  8. Novels About Grief

    19. März

    Novels About Grief

    The Red Carpet Report hosts discuss upcoming book club events, an upcoming PBS adaptation, and the plot twist segment featuring grief novels. The conversation delves into the themes of grief and romance in literature, discussing the emotional impact of stories that deal with loss and love. Rosie Storey appears as a guest and talks about the writing process and the inspiration behind the book ‘Dandelion is Dead’. The episode also includes discussions about upcoming author interviews and book club picks. TakeawaysThe Read Carpet ReportThe Count of Monte Cristo is coming to PBS, Project Hail Mary is releasing this weekend, and Hamnet‘s big Oscar win.Best Classic NovelsThe Best Queen Camilla Book Club BooksPlot Twist: April 2026 Reading Challenge – Novels About Grief2026 Reading ChallengeNovels about GriefRomance Novels About GriefApril Beyond the Bookends Book Club Pick: One Hundred Years of Lenni and Margot by Marianne CroninBeyond the Bookends Book ClubApril Public Book Club Pick: Dandelion is Dead by Rosie StoreyRegister for the DiscussionThe Bookmark: The House of Hidden Letters by Izzy BroomMarch 2026 Book ReleasesBooks We DiscussedShop for every book or product we discussed in this episode here: https://shopmy.us/shop/collections/4393422 Chapters00:09 Read Carpet Rundown06:18 Plot Twist – Novels About Grief13:32 Beyond the Bookends Private Book Club Pick16:32 Interview with Rosie Storey21:28 The Bookmark

    26 Min.
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The Read Carpet Report is your backstage pass to celebrity book clubs, where red carpet buzz meets real reader reactions. It’s a fast, fun weekly podcast on celebrity book club reads, book adaptations, and the hottest new releases. We will meet you on the read carpet!

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