Books Around the Block

Adrienne, Audrey, Lindsay
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We’re Adrienne, Audrey, and Lindsay—three neighbors who can’t stop talking about books, so we’re bringing the conversation to you. Each episode, we’ll dive into the stories we love (and maybe a few we don’t), mixing fun with literary insight. So get ready to laugh, add to your TBR, and join the discussion—because in our neighborhood, a good book is always just around the block. 

  1. 3d ago

    Chapter 71: July Monthly Reading Wrap-Up & Our August TBR Hopefuls

    Looking for your next great read? In this month's reading recap, we're sharing every book we read in July, including our favorite book, our biggest disappointment, and one book we just had to rant or rave about. Whether you're searching for your next five-star read or hoping to avoid a book that didn't live up to the hype, we've got plenty of honest opinions and book recommendations to add to your TBR. Then we're looking ahead to August and each sharing the two books we're hoping to read this month. From new releases to backlist favorites, we're talking about the books we currently have on our TBR. If you love book recommendations, monthly reading wrap-ups, TBR videos, book club discussions, romance books, thrillers, historical fiction, literary fiction, and all things Bookstagram and BookTok, you'll feel right at home with Books Around the Block. Follow the podcast so you never miss a new episode every Tuesday, and come read with us! The Calamity Club by Kathryn Stockett Cleo Dang Would Rather Be Dead by Mai Nguyen The Unknown by Riley Sager Left of Forever by Tarah DeWitt We Are All Guilty Here by Karin Slaughter Our Perfect Storm by Carley Fortune The Hour of the Wolf by Fatima Bhutto Daggermouth by H.M. Wolfe Savor It by Tarah DeWitt Someone Else's Husband by Kimberly McCreight The Ex Vows by Jessica Joyce Everything Was Beautiful and Nothing Hurt by Ben Reeves Just For The Season by Rachel Griffiths Its A Love Story by Annabel Monaghan The Lake Club by Lina Patton For Love of the Grind by Sara Hall  The Women in White by Sarah Pekkanen The Replacement by Liv Constantine The Shampoo Effect by Jenny Jackson We Who Will Die by Stacia Stark The Five Star Weekend by Elin Hildebrand  Love You More by Emily Giffin Everything is Tuberculosis by John Green Love Felt Like This by Julie Olivia Whistler by Ann Patchett

  2. Jul 28

    Chapter 70: Our Perfect Storm by Carley Fortune Book Club Discussion

    It's time for another Books Around the Block Book Club! This week we're diving deep into Our Perfect Storm by Carley Fortune, breaking down everything from the friends-to-lovers trope and whether this newest release lives up to the hype. We also share our individual star ratings, discuss what worked (and what didn't), and reveal our dream cast if Our Perfect Storm is ever adapted into a movie. As always, we kick things off with Read, Watch, Obsessed. That entire opening segment is completely spoiler-free, so even if you haven't read Our Perfect Storm yet, you can listen to the first 15 minutes of the episode without worry. Before we begin our full book discussion, we give a clear spoiler warning, so you'll know exactly when it's time to pause if you're still reading. If you're looking for an Our Perfect Storm podcast discussion, Carley Fortune book review, Our Perfect Storm ending explained, or a fun, in-depth book club podcast covering the biggest new romance releases, this episode is for you.

    Chapter 70: Our Perfect Storm by Carley Fortune Book Club Discussion

  3. Jul 21

    Chapter 69: Our Mid-Year Reading Wrap-Up (Best and Worst Books of 2026 So Far)

    We're halfway through the year, which means it's time for our biggest reading recap yet! In this special mid-year episode of Books Around the Block, we're looking back at everything we've read since January and sharing our top 3 favorite books so far, our biggest reading disappointments, and the publishing trends we've noticed throughout the first half of 2026. If you're looking for your next great read or wondering which new releases are actually worth the hype, this episode is filled with honest book reviews, must-read recommendations, and plenty of books to add to your TBR. It’s a Love Story by Annabel Monaghan Just for the Season by Rachel Griffiths Yesteryear by Caro Claire Burke The Night We Met by Abby Jimenez The Elements by John Boyne Love, Theoretically by Ali Hazelwood Dolly All the Time by Annabel Monaghan  This story Might Save Your Life by Tiffany Crum  Dear Debbie by Frieda McFadden Women Down by Colleen Hoover Told You So by Mayci Neeley Phoebe Berman’s Gonna Lose It by Brooke Averick Caller unknown by Gillian McAllister Our Perfect Storm by Carley Fortune

  4. Jul 14

    Chapter 68: Best Mindless Reads & Page-Turners That Don't Require Much Brainpower

    Looking for your next easy read? In this episode of Books Around the Block, we're sharing our favorite mindless reads—the easy-to-read, fast-paced page-turners that don't require a ton of brainpower but are nearly impossible to put down. Whether you're in a reading slump, heading on vacation, just finished reading something heavy, or simply want an entertaining book that keeps the pages turning, we've got recommendations across romance, thrillers, mysteries, women's fiction, and more.  If you're searching for the best easy books to read, binge-worthy novels, or books that will get you reading again, this episode is packed with recommendations you'll want to add to your TBR. We Are All Guilty Here by Karin Slaughter It's A Love Story by Annabel Monaghan The Whisper Man by Alex North Hot Girl Murder Club by Ashley Winstead The Storied Life of A.J. Fikery by Gabrielle Zevin Hidden Pictures by Jason Rekulak The Rumor by Elin Hildebrand Our Perfect Storm by Carley Fortune

  5. Jul 7

    Chapter 67: June Monthly Reading Wrap-Up & Our July TBR Hopefuls

    Looking for your next great book? In this month's reading wrap-up, we're sharing our honest reviews of everything we read in June. From our favorite five-star books to the biggest disappointments, we hold nothing back. Then we're diving into our July TBR and the new releases, backlist hopefuls, and summer required reading we're hoping to read next.  If you love book recommendations, monthly reading wrap-ups, and discovering the best books to add to your TBR, this episode is for you. Grab your favorite drink and snack, and join us as we chat all things books, reading, and summer reading! Someone Else’s Husband by Amelia McCreight The Ex-Vows by Jessica Joyce All The Ugly and Wonderful Things by Brynn Greenwood Mad Mabel by Sally Hepworth Love, theoretically by Ali Hazelwood The Burning Side by Sarah Damoff Ask Not by Maureen Callahan Phoebe Berman’s Gonna Lose It by Brooke Averick  Woman Down by Colleen Hoover All The Little Ways by Laura Lekkos Dolly All Time by Annabel Monahan It Could Have Been Her by Lisa Jewell Theo of Golden by Allen Levi What Kind of Paradise by Janelle Brown Japanese Gothic by Kylie Lee Baker The Someday Garden by Ashley Poston Like, Follow, Subscribe by Fortesa Latifi The One Day You were My Husband by Rosie Walsh Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone by J.K. Rowling The Divine Counselor by Alex Seeley Five by Ilona Bannister It’s a Love Story by Annabel Monaghan Hot Girl Murder Club by Ashley Winstead Run for the Hills by Kevin Wilson The Woman In White by Sarah Pekkanen Our Perfect Storm by Carley Fortune

  6. Jun 30

    Chapter 66: Theo of Golden by Allen Levi Book Club Discussion

    Is Theo of Golden by Allen Levi worth the hype? In this month's Books Around the Block Book Club, we're diving deep into one of the year's most talked-about novels with our discussion, which includes spoilers. Before we jump into the book, the first 23 minutes are our signature Read, Watch, Obsessed segment, where we share what we've been reading, watching, and loving lately. That entire portion is completely spoiler-free, so everyone can listen! After that, it's full steam ahead into Theo of Golden with spoilers. We break down the plot, characters, emotional moments, writing style, themes, and ending, share our final ratings, debate what worked (and what didn't), and unpack all the biggest moments. Whether you've already finished the book a while ago or you're looking for an in-depth book club discussion after turning the last page, this episode is for you. If you love book podcasts, book club discussions, spoiler reviews, and discovering what to read next, be sure to subscribe to Books Around the Block for our monthly book club episodes. Like, Follow, Subscribe by Fortesa Latifi Theo of Golden by Allen Levi You With A View by Jessica Joyce It Could Have been Her by Lisa Jewell Our Perfect Storm by Carley Fortune

    Chapter 66: Theo of Golden by Allen Levi Book Club Discussion

  7. Jun 23

    Chapter 65: Our Most Anticipated Books of Q3 2026 (July, August, September New Releases)

    In this week's episode of Books Around the Block, Audrey, Adrienne, and Lindsay each share their three most anticipated book releases of Q3 2026, featuring upcoming books hitting shelves in July, August, and September. From buzzy new fiction and emotional literary novels to page-turning thrillers and can't-miss romances, we're sharing the books we're most excited to add to our TBRs and why we think these upcoming releases could become some of the biggest books of the year. Dolly All The Time by Annabel Monaghan  Phoebe Berman's Gonna Lose It by Brooke Averick What Kind of Paradise by Janelle Brown Take what you can by Naima Coster The Good Parts by Evan Normanand The Romance Revival by Christina Lauren Exit Party by Emily St. John Mandel The Wild Beneath by Kelly Anderson The Unknown by Riley Sager Hollow Bones by Jodi Picoult The Truth about Ruby Cooper by Liz Nugent Murder at the Grand Alpine Hotel by Lucy Foley and Agatha Christy Theo of Golden by Allen Levi

  8. Jun 16

    Chapter 64: Books That Feel Like Your Favorite Summer Movies

    Summer is here, and we're combining two of our favorite things: movies and books! In this episode of Books Around the Block, Audrey, Adrienne, and Lindsay each bring one of their favorite summer movies and pair it with a book that captures the same atmosphere, themes, characters, and emotional vibes. Whether you're looking for the perfect beach read, planning your summer reading list, or searching for books like your favorite summer movies, we've got recommendations for romance readers, contemporary fiction lovers, and anyone chasing that nostalgic summer feeling. If you're searching for summer book recommendations, beach reads, books to read on vacation, or books that feel like your favorite movies, this episode is for you. Ask Not by Maureen Callahan Dolly all the time by Annabel Monaghan Japanese gothic by Kylie Lee Baker My Friends by Fredrik Backman The Wedding People by Alison Espach Malibu Rising by Taylor Jenkins Reid Theo of Golden by Allen Levi

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We’re Adrienne, Audrey, and Lindsay—three neighbors who can’t stop talking about books, so we’re bringing the conversation to you. Each episode, we’ll dive into the stories we love (and maybe a few we don’t), mixing fun with literary insight. So get ready to laugh, add to your TBR, and join the discussion—because in our neighborhood, a good book is always just around the block. 

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    Adrienne, Audrey, Lindsay
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    72
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