Off The Shelf with Morgann Book

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Welcome to Off The Shelf – your backstage pass to the book world. Each week, Morgann Book (yes, that’s her actual last name) sits down with a guest to hear the story behind the stories they write– how an author crafts a romance that feels real, the unexpected quirks that shape their writing process, and the little details of their lives that spark inspiration. New episodes drop every Thursday—grab your tbr list and listen wherever you get your podcasts! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  1. 6D AGO

    #37: From Editor to Author: Emily Ohanjanians on Crafting The Book Tour

    This week on Off The Shelf, Morgann sits down with editor turned author Emily Ohanjanians to talk about her leap from shaping stories to writing her own. Emily shares what life as an editor taught her about storytelling, how her debut character Ana first came to her, and the moment she finally decided to chase the idea that became The Book Tour. They chat about drafting versus editing, writing bold women who take up space, and the support system that helped Emily bring her first novel into the world. She also drops her top book recs and gives us a glimpse of what she’s working on next. CHAPTERS:  0:00 - Introduction 1:45 - A Day In The Life of an Editor 5:35 - What Are You Reading Right Now? 6:15 - What’s A Common Mistake You See Authors Make?  7:10 - How Did You Decide To Write Your Own Novel? 9:15 - How Did Your Degree in Literature & Linguistics Shape Your Career? 11:20 - The Book Tour 12:50 - What Inspired The Characters? 19:10 - Explaining The Acknowledgements  26:45 - Book Recommendations 37:10 - 2026 Reading List 39:00 - What’s Next?   FOLLOW US: Morgann Book TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@morgannbook?lang=en  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/morgannbook/?hl=en  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/MorgannBook  Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/morgannbook  Emily Ohanjanians Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/emily.ohanjanians/ Find her books at Indigo: https://www.indigo.ca/en-ca/the-book-tour-a-novel/9781039013407.html Find her book at Barnes and Noble: https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/the-book-tour-emily-ohanjanians/1147531644 Off The Shelf Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/offtheshelf.podcast/  TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@offtheshelf.podcast?lang=en  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Off.TheShelfPodcast  Hosted by: Morgann Book Created by: Bookish Media, Morgann Book, and Thomas Johnston  Executive Producers: Morgann Book & Thomas Johnston  Produced by: Stefanie Macchiusi Associate Post Producer and Editor: Ricki Biramontes Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    40 min

  2. FEB 26

    #36: Why Tropes Come First: Ellie K. Wilde on Writing Oakwood Bay

    This week on Off The Shelf, Morgann sits down with Ellie K Wilde and dives into the world of the Oakwood Bay series to explore the pop culture moments, tropes and real life sparks that shaped the beloved trilogy. We talk about how the series found its voice through character driven storytelling and slow burn tension. We also chat about reading recs, writing routines, reality TV and what Ellie is writing next. CHAPTERS:  0:00 - Introduction 1:00 - 2025 Reading List 2:20 - The Start of the Oakwood Bay Series 8:54 - If Only You Knew 16:10 - Ellie’s Writing Cave 19:15 - What The Character’s Taught Her 21:06 - 5 Out of Context Things That Inspired If Only We Knew 28:45 - The Slow Burn 30:00 - Blind Ranking Reality TV  35:55 - Biggest Lesson Learned as an Author 37:02 - What’s Next FOLLOW US: Morgann Book TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@morgannbook?lang=en  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/morgannbook/?hl=en  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/MorgannBook  Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/morgannbook  Ellie K. Wilde TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@elliekwildeauthor Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/elliekwildeauthor/ Find her books at Indigo: https://www.indigo.ca/en-ca/books/ellie-k-wilde/ Find her book at Barnes and Noble: https://www.barnesandnoble.com/s/%22Ellie%20K%20Wilde%22?Ntk=P_key_Contributor_List&Ns=P_Sales_Rank&Ntx=mode+matchall Off The Shelf Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/offtheshelf.podcast/  TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@offtheshelf.podcast?lang=en  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Off.TheShelfPodcast  Hosted by: Morgann Book Created by: Bookish Media, Morgann Book, and Thomas Johnston  Executive Producers: Morgann Book & Thomas Johnston  Produced by: Stefanie Macchiusi Associate Post Producer and Editor: Ricki Biramontes Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    39 min

  3. FEB 19

    #35: E. Lockhart Reveals How She Crafted the Twist in We Were Liars

    This week on Off The Shelf, Morgann sits down with E. Lockhart to talk all things We Were Liars and the evolution of the Liars universe. She shares how the book found a whole new life on BookTok, what it was like expanding the story into Family of Liars and We Fell Apart, and how she crafted THE shocking twist. We also dive into writing bold characters, trusting your creative instincts, and what she’s working on next. CHAPTERS:  0:00 - Introduction 0:55 - Plot Twists that E. Lockhart loves 2:18 - We Were Liars Universe 5:35 - How E. Lockhart Crafted the Twist in We Were Liars 6:52 - *SPOILERS AHEAD WARNING* 9:50 - Next Steps in Writing the Book 11:34 - Why Are They Called the Liars 13:20 - Easter Eggs in the Book 15:28 - Family of Liars 20:55 - What’s Next for the We Were Liars Universe 21:55 - What Kind of Role Do You Play in the Adaptation? 24:15 - Season 2 of We Were Liars 24:35 - Genuine Fraud 25:50 - What’s Next FOLLOW US: Morgann Book TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@morgannbook?lang=en  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/morgannbook/?hl=en  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/MorgannBook  Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/morgannbook  E. Lockhart TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@elockhartbooks Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/elockhartbooks Find her books at Indigo: https://www.indigo.ca/en-ca/books/e-lockhart/ Find her book at Barnes and Noble: https://www.barnesandnoble.com/b/contributor/e-lockhart/_/N-2xr8 Off The Shelf Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/offtheshelf.podcast/  TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@offtheshelf.podcast?lang=en  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Off.TheShelfPodcast  Hosted by: Morgann Book Created by: Bookish Media, Morgann Book, and Thomas Johnston  Executive Producers: Morgann Book & Thomas Johnston  Produced by: Stefanie Macchiusi Associate Post Producer and Editor: Ricki Biramontes Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    28 min

  4. FEB 12

    #34: Everything You Didn’t Know About the Finding Her Edge Adaptation

    This week on Off The Shelf, Morgann sits down with Jennifer Iacopelli, the author of Finding Her Edge, about how the book began, how her life as a school librarian shaped her writing, and the spark that led to its sports romance world. Jennifer shares the inspiration behind the story, the challenges she faced along the way, and how the book eventually became a Netflix adaptation. She also takes us behind the scenes of casting, set visits, and the moments she was most excited to see on screen. CHAPTERS:  0:00 - Introduction 1:40 - Jennifer’s Childhood 3:35 - Working as a Librarian  9:30 - How Jennifer Got Into Writing Her First Book 12:40 - Why Jennifer Wrote About Sports 18:35 - Setbacks and Rejections 20:20 - Finding Her Edge 27:55 - The Adaptation 47:10 - Game, Set, Match 49:35 - Difference Between YA, New Adult, YA Plus 54:15 - What’s Next FOLLOW US: Morgann Book TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@morgannbook?lang=en  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/morgannbook/?hl=en  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/MorgannBook  Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/morgannbook  Jennifer Iacopelli TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@jennifercarolyn  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jennifercarolyn  Find her books at Indigo: https://www.indigo.ca/en-ca/books/jennifer-iacopelli/  Find her book at Barnes and Noble: https://www.barnesandnoble.com/s/%22Jennifer%20Iacopelli%22?Ntk=P_key_Contributor_List&Ns=P_Sales_Rank&Ntx=mode+matchall  Off The Shelf Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/offtheshelf.podcast/  TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@offtheshelf.podcast?lang=en  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Off.TheShelfPodcast Hosted by: Morgann Book Created by: Bookish Media, Morgann Book, and Thomas Johnston  Executive Producers: Morgann Book & Thomas Johnston  Produced by: Stefanie Macchiusi Associate Post Producer and Editor: Ricki Biramontes Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    57 min

  5. FEB 5

    #33: Folklore, Fairytales & Fantasy with Imani Erriu

    This week on Off The Shelf, Morgann sits down with fantasy author Imani Erriu to talk folklore, fairytales, and the creation of her celestial universe. Imani shares how growing up in the English countryside shaped her imagination, the moment Heavenly Bodies first formed, and how TikTok helped launch her story to a wider audience. We chat about her shift from indie to traditional publishing, the evolution of her writing process, the collaborative work behind her maps and covers, and what readers can expect from Holy Monsters and the expanding five-book saga. CHAPTERS:  0:00 - Introduction 2:07 - Early life & Growing Up 6:04 - How Imani Started Writing Heavenly Bodies 10:40 - How Imani Came Up With The Names of the Characters 12:32 - How Mythology Influenced Her Writing 14:50 - Creating The Map 16:05 - Indie Publishing to Traditional Publishing 18:23 - Imani’s TikTok Account 25:32 - Writing Career Timeline 20:20 - Olivia Rose Darling 32:25 - Book Covers 34:21 - Knowing It Was Going To Be A Series 38:18 - Imani’s Day to Day Life 42:20 - Holy Monsters 45:45 - What’s Next FOLLOW US: Morgann Book TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@morgannbook?lang=en  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/morgannbook/?hl=en  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/MorgannBook  Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/morgannbook  Imani Erriu TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@authorimanierriu Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/authorimanierriu Find her books at Indigo: https://www.indigo.ca/en-ca/books/imani-erriu/ Find her book at Barnes and Noble: https://www.barnesandnoble.com/s/%22Imani%20Erriu%22?Ntk=P_key_Contributor_List&Ns=P_Sales_Rank&Ntx=mode+matchall Off The Shelf Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/offtheshelf.podcast/  TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@offtheshelf.podcast?lang=en  Hosted by: Morgann Book Created by: Bookish Media, Morgann Book, and Thomas Johnston  Executive Producers: Morgann Book & Thomas Johnston  Produced by: Stefanie Macchiusi Associate Post Producer and Editor: Ricki Biramontes Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    49 min

  6. JAN 15

    #32: Spilling the Tea with the Bridgerton Cast

    This week on Off The Shelf, Morgann sits down with the cast of Bridgerton. We hear from Luke Thompson, Yerin Ha, Golda Rosheuvel, Adjoa Andoh, Ruth Gemmell, Daniel Francis, Hannah Dodd & Luke Newton.  From the books they would read again for the first time to what they’re most excited for in Bridgerton Season 4, the cast shares their favourite reads, behind-the-scenes insights, and what stories truly have their hearts. CHAPTERS:  0:00 - Introduction  2:12 - Yerin Ha & Luke Thompson  6:45 - Hannah Dodd & Luke Newton 10:47 - Golda Rosheuvel & Adjoa Andoh 16:06 - Ruth Gemmel & Daniel Francis FOLLOW US: Morgann Book TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@morgannbook?lang=en  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/morgannbook/?hl=en  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/MorgannBook  Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/morgannbook  Off The Shelf Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/offtheshelf.podcast/  TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@offtheshelf.podcast?lang=en  Hosted by: Morgann Book Created by: Bookish Media, Morgann Book, and Thomas Johnston  Executive Producers: Morgann Book & Thomas Johnston  Produced by: Stefanie Macchiusi Edited by: Ricki Biramontes Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    21 min

  7. JAN 9

    #31: Inside People We Meet on Vacation with Emily Henry & The Cast

    This week on a bonus episode of Off The Shelf, Morgann heads to New Orleans to sit down with the cast and crew of People We Meet on Vacation. She chats with author Emily Henry, director Brett Haley, and the on-screen Poppy and Alex, Emily Bader and Tom Blyth. They talk about which moments Emily Henry was most excited to keep from the book, what Emily and Tom are really like on vacation, and so much more. CHAPTERS:  0:00 - Introduction 1:58 - Emily Henry & Brett Haley interview 7:15 - Emily Bader & Tom Blyth interview FOLLOW US: Morgann Book TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@morgannbook?lang=en  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/morgannbook/?hl=en  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/MorgannBook  Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/morgannbook  Quizmaster Jess  TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@quizmasterjess?_r=1&_t=ZS-92J52Kf7xon  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/quizmasterjess?igsh=MWR0ZG5heXNleHc4Yg==  Off The Shelf Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/offtheshelf.podcast/  TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@offtheshelf.podcast?lang=en  Hosted by: Morgann Book Created by: Bookish Media, Morgann Book, and Thomas Johnston  Executive Producers: Morgann Book & Thomas Johnston  Produced by: Stefanie Macchiusi Edited by: Ricki Biramontes Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    10 min

  8. 12/18/2025

    #30: The Best Books We Read in 2025 with QuizMaster Jess

    This week on Off The Shelf, Morgann & QuizMaster Jess chat about the BEST books they read in 2025. From their spiciest read to the biggest plot twist, the two uncover every favourite. This episode is for anyone who’s still trying to hit their reading goal this year or wants to start building their 2026 TBR list!  And since this is the last episode for 2025, we wanted to give a massive thank you for an incredible year! From Lauren Roberts to Brynne Weaver, we chatted with some of the top authors in the romance genre and could not be more grateful!! Whether you’ve listened to every episode or this is your first one, thank you for your support. Looking forward to another incredible year!  CHAPTERS:  0:00 Introduction and how we met 1:56 2025 reading goals 4:40 Jess’ favourite trivia 6:25 Our other reading goals 9:12 Top trope of 2025 10:36 A book we wanna read again for the first time 16:40 A book couple we’d third wheel for 17:55 Most shocking plot twist 22:50 Best enemies-to-lovers book 28:50 Most surprising favourite this year 32:50 Most emotionally damaging book 37:28 Spiciest book  40:00 Honourable Mentions 43:30 Bookish Trivia 47:40 What we’re excited for in 2025 50:40 THANK YOU 3 FOLLOW US: Morgann Book TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@morgannbook?lang=en  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/morgannbook/?hl=en  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/MorgannBook  Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/morgannbook  Quizmaster Jess  TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@quizmasterjess?_r=1&_t=ZS-92J52Kf7xon  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/quizmasterjess?igsh=MWR0ZG5heXNleHc4Yg==  Off The Shelf Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/offtheshelf.podcast/  TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@offtheshelf.podcast?lang=en  Hosted by: Morgann Book Created by: Bookish Media, Morgann Book, and Thomas Johnston  Executive Producers: Morgann Book & Thomas Johnston  Produced by: Stefanie Macchiusi Edited by: Ricki Biramontes Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    52 min
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Welcome to Off The Shelf – your backstage pass to the book world. Each week, Morgann Book (yes, that’s her actual last name) sits down with a guest to hear the story behind the stories they write– how an author crafts a romance that feels real, the unexpected quirks that shape their writing process, and the little details of their lives that spark inspiration. New episodes drop every Thursday—grab your tbr list and listen wherever you get your podcasts! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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