Meagan's Book Club Podcast

Meagan Briggs
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This is the place with unfiltered thoughts on everything book related. We're talking about the highs and lows in the publishing world. Books to look out for and books to avoid. Opinions are coming in hot and you don't want to miss them!

  1. 5H AGO

    112: What I'm Loving

    Back with another fun "What I'm Loving" episode to share with you all the things I've been thinking about lately. Personal battles, fun finds, real life struggles, and of course what I'm currently reading. The line up of categories is below. Thanks for listening! 1. What I'm Loving 2. What I'm Watching 3. What I'm Reading 4. What I'm Cooking 5. What I'm Doing More Of 6. What I'm Buying 7. What I'm Looking Forward To

    37 min

  2. 2D AGO

    111: Chat with Catherine Newman

    This week on the podcast, I’m joined by instant New York Times bestselling author Catherine Newman! Her novel Sandwich was a standout sensation and we were all overjoyed to see the continuation of the story in her latest, Wreck. Catherine has been writing for many years, and it was such a joy to finally connect and talk all things craft—her signature authentic tone, the way she creates deeply human characters, and why relationships and their dynamics are always at the heart of her stories. This conversation felt like catching up with an old friend, and I loved hearing her reflections on writing, connection, and what keeps her inspired. I can’t wait to see what she does next—and I think you’re going to love this episode. Website: https://www.catherinenewmanwriter.com/

    33 min

  3. FEB 12

    110: A Bookish Chat with Danielle of @foreverbookedup

    I had the best time chatting with Danielle (@foreverbookedup) — we’ve been book friends for years, so this conversation felt less like an interview and more like catching up with an old friend. We talked about how our reading lives have changed, the joy (and nerves!) of starting something new, and her journey launching a mobile bookstore last year. One of my favorite parts was hearing about the community she’s built in her area through hosting book events — the kind that bring readers together and make books feel like a shared experience, not just a solitary one. It was such a warm, thoughtful, genuinely fun conversation, and I’m so excited to share it with you. Danielle's IG: @foreverbookedup Mobile Bookstore: @rollingchapters The book Danielle recommended: The Grace Year by Kim Liggett

    54 min

  4. FEB 10

    109: Chat with Sadeqa Johnson

    In this episode, I’m joined by bestselling author Sadeqa Johnson to talk about her stunning new novel, Keeper of Lost Children. Sadeqa shares her journey from indie publishing to traditional publishing, what it’s been like releasing her sixth book, and the moment she felt called to shift from women’s fiction into historical fiction. We dive into the deep responsibility and beauty of telling stories that have long gone unheard, and why Keeper of Lost Children felt like a story she had to write. This conversation is honest, inspiring, and rooted in purpose—about trusting the call, honoring the past, and writing stories that matter. This is one you won’t want to miss. Find Sadeqa on her book tour: https://www.sadeqa.net/

    33 min

  5. FEB 6

    108: Bestie Book Club for The One

    Surprise episode! I’m joined by my fairly newly established bestie book club—Corine, Kelsi, and Julia—for a full-spoiler discussion of The One by John Marrs. And yes, we mean full spoilers, so if you haven’t read it yet… consider this your sign to stop everything, read the book, and come back immediately. We dive into every character, every questionable decision, and every “oh no they did NOT” moment. We unpack the impact of finding your perfect match, whether the science is a gift or a curse, and how love, loyalty, ambition, and fear collide once the results are revealed. From shocking outcomes to moral gray areas, we ask the big questions: Would you take the test? It’s thoughtful, dramatic, occasionally unhinged, and exactly what happens when four best friends overanalyze a book that refuses to let you look away. Thanks for listening! Next month, we will be reading Heart the Lover by Lily King.

    1h 4m

  6. FEB 5

    107: January Books

    January was a very three-star kind of reading month. I read a lot of books that were fine, enjoyable, and easy to turn the pages on—but not many that fully took my breath away. In this episode, I’m breaking down what worked, what didn’t quite hit, and why a three-star read isn’t a bad thing at all. *I forgot to mention A Good Animal which I really enjoyed! Plus, I’m sharing the few standouts that really rose to the top and are easy recommendations if you’re looking to start your year strong. Loved 🎧 The One ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Liked 🎧 Warning Signs ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ 🎧 A Good Animal ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ The One Day You Were My Husband ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ 🎧 Keeper of Lost Children ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Dolly All the Time ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ 🎧 Wreck ⭐️⭐️⭐️💫🎧 The List of Suspicious Things ⭐️⭐️⭐️💫 🎧 The Midnight Taxi ⭐️⭐️⭐️💫 Worse Than Strangers ⭐️⭐️⭐️💫 🎧 This is Not About Us ⭐️⭐️⭐️💫 Just Okay 🎧 The Future Saints ⭐️⭐️⭐️ The One and Only Vivian Stone ⭐️⭐️⭐️ Summer State of Mind ⭐️⭐️⭐️ 🎧 Everyone in This Bank is a Thief ⭐️⭐️⭐️ 🎧 The Fourth Princess ⭐️⭐️⭐️ The Women in White ⭐️⭐️⭐️ 🎧 Anatomy of an Alibi ⭐️⭐️⭐️ Meh 🎧 The Lost Ticket ⭐️⭐️💫

    36 min

  7. FEB 3

    106: Chat with Maurene Goo

    I am so excited about this episode because I’m joined by bestselling author Maurene Goo to celebrate her debut adult romcom, One and Only, out Today—and truly, this conversation was the best kind of fun. 💕 Maurene first made her mark writing YA, and we talk all about what she loved most about that space: staying true to teen voices, language, and experiences, and honoring how real those moments feel. From there, we dive into her pivot to adult fiction—what sparked the shift, what felt different creatively, and why romcoms felt like the right next step. Maurene is thoughtful, hilarious, and endlessly fascinating, and our chat felt like catching up with a friend. And yes… she also shared some very exciting news early with me—One and Only is the Read with Jenna February pick, and I could not be more thrilled for her. Happy reading and listening! *Maurene also dropped the nugget that her husband's movie might be nominated for the Oscars and very casually told us he co-directed KPop Demon Hunters. You couldn't see my jaw on the floor, but yes- it was dead ass on the floor. Substack: https://maurenegoo.substack.com/ For Tour Dates: @maurenegoo

    38 min

  8. JAN 29

    105: The Ultimate Valentine’s Day Romance Recs

    In this episode, I’m talking all about love books — the cute ones, the devastating ones, and the ones where love gets a little… dangerous. From laugh-out-loud romcoms to rip-your-heart-out romances to thrillers fueled by obsession and secrets, I’m breaking down three types of love stories and sharing the books I can’t stop recommending. Whether you want to swoon, sob, or side-eye every character, there’s a love book here for you. Thanks for listening! Thriller Romance: Verity by Colleen Hoover The One by John Marrs The Last Mrs Parrish by Liv Constantine Cross My Heart by Megan Collins Rebecca by Daphne Du Maurier The Unraveling by Vi Keeland Rip Your Heart Out: Someday, Maybe by Oyni Nwabineli The Heart of Winter by Jonathan Evison Hamnet by Maggie O'Farrell The Nature of Fragile Things by Susan Meissner The Paper Palace by Miranda Cowley Heller What the Wind Knows by Amy Harmon Romcoms: The Bodyguard by Katherine Center The Flatshare by Beth O'Leary Every Beautiful Mile by Ashley Manley The Burnout by Sophie Kinsella The Love of my Afterlife by Kirsty Greenwood The Good Part by Sophie Cousens

    33 min
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This is the place with unfiltered thoughts on everything book related. We're talking about the highs and lows in the publishing world. Books to look out for and books to avoid. Opinions are coming in hot and you don't want to miss them!

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  • Creator
    Meagan Briggs
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    114
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Meagan Briggs
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    Meagan's Book Club Podcast

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