Bubbles and Books

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A podcast about two of the best things in life: books and champagne. Hosted by Ellyn Grimm and Amanda Lepper, co-owners of Dog-Eared Books in Ames, Iowa.

  1. 6D AGO

    Poppin' Off with Rebecca Novack

    Buckle up. Today we have debut author Rebecca Novack on the podcast, and her book Murder Bimbo (out today!) is going to take you for a wild ride. Amanda and Ellyn chose her book as their Dog-Eared February subscription pick, and just knew this was going to be one of their favorite books.    Buy your copy of Murder Bimbo by Rebecca Novack HERE   Follow Rebecca on Instagram HERE Check out Rebecca's tour dates HERE Sign up for Rebecca's Substack HERE   Show Notes: 11/22/63 by Stephen King The Boys From Brazil by Ira Levin ______________________________________________________________________ Make sure to subscribe and rate the Bubbles & Books Podcast. And don't forget to share it with your friends. Follow us on Instagram: @bubblesandbookspodcast Follow Dog-Eared Books on Instagram: @dogearedbooksames Shop Dog-Eared Books and pick up your books in store or have shipped HERE. Interested in audiobooks? Listen while supporting Dog-Eared Books HERE. Interested in e-books? Listen while supporting Dog-Eared Books HERE. Learn more about a Dog-Eared Books book subscription HERE. Visit us! www.dogearedbooksames.com

    53 min

  2. FEB 3

    BetterMENt

    Today, Ellyn and Amanda are joined by our newest book club host Alex Kretzinger. We're so excited to learn more about Alex's new book club and hear which books he's recommending. Cultural expectations around masculinity pose many challenges for boys and men as they struggle to find belonging and healthy connections in relationships, family roles, education, and the workforce. The BetterMENt Book Club aims to explore those challenges through works of nonfiction and fiction, creating a community for participants to discuss how boys and men can better connect in their relationships and their communities and find the motivation to become forces for good in the world. Check out what the BetterMENt book club is reading HERE Ellyn's Currently Reading | One Dark Window by Rachel Gillig Amanda's Currently Reading | Country People by Daniel Mason Alex's Currently Reading | There's Nothing Like This by Kevin Evers Show Notes: Of Boys and Men by Richard V. Reeves The Anxious Generation by Jonathan Haidt Raising Cain by Dan Kindlon, PhD & Michael Thompson PhD Rebels With A Cause by Niobe Way Germinal by Emile Zola The Road by Cormac McCarthy ______________________________________________________________________ Make sure to subscribe and rate the Bubbles & Books Podcast. And don't forget to share it with your friends. Follow us on Instagram: @bubblesandbookspodcast Follow Dog-Eared Books on Instagram: @dogearedbooksames Shop Dog-Eared Books and pick up your books in store or have shipped HERE. Interested in audiobooks? Listen while supporting Dog-Eared Books HERE. Interested in e-books? Listen while supporting Dog-Eared Books HERE. Learn more about a Dog-Eared Books book subscription HERE. Visit us! www.dogearedbooksames.com

    1h 2m

  3. JAN 27

    Anti Fascist Reading Lists Explored

    Please note: This episode was recorded on Friday, January 23 2026. Recently, Dog-Eared Books shared a reading list designed to help deepen our understanding of fascism, full of titles we believe are essential for thoughtful learning. We paired that list with a quote from George Orwell's 1984 as part of a window display at the store, and the response was overwhelming. Comments poured in from across the country and around the world. Today, we're taking a closer look at that reading list of both fiction and nonfiction books, and reflecting on why their ideas remain so urgent and important. Ellyn's Currently Reading | The Typewriter and the Guillotine by Mark Braude Amanda's Currently Reading | Abby Offsides by Anna McCallie & We the Women by Norah O'Donnell Where to Donate to Support Minnesota:  Community Aid Network MN to provide food, diapers and essential supplies. @communityaidnetworkmn or @CANMN on Venmo. MIRAC – MN Immigrant Rights Action Committee, responding to ICE threats and providing resources to immigrants. Miracmn.com. Immigrant law center of Minnesota – free immigration legal representation Books for Learning About Fascism: How Fascism Works: The Politics of Us and Them by Jason Stanley The Project by David A. Graham Erasing History: How Fascists Rewrite the Past to Control the Future by Jason Stanley Fiction as Windows and Mirrors: 1984 by George Orwell Prophet Song by Paul Lynch Chain-Gang All-Stars by Nana Kwame Adjei-Brenyah The Parable of the Sower by Octavia Butler I Who Have Never Known Men by Jacqueline Harpman Books About What to Do: On Tyranny by Timothy Snyder Mutual Aid: Building Solidarity During this Crisis (and the Next) by Dean Spade Giving Up Is Unforgivable by Joyce Vance How to Stand Up to a Dictator by Maria Ressa The Separation of Church and Hate by John Fugelsang Reading for Joy in Challenging Times: Heated Rivalry by Rachel Reid Dungeon Crawler Carl by Matt Dinniman Theo of Golden by Allen Levi “The Party told you to reject the evidence of your eyes and ears. It was their final, most essential command.” -George Orwell, 1984 ______________________________________________________________________ Make sure to subscribe and rate the Bubbles & Books Podcast. And don't forget to share it with your friends. Follow us on Instagram: @bubblesandbookspodcast Follow Dog-Eared Books on Instagram: @dogearedbooksames Shop Dog-Eared Books and pick up your books in store or have shipped HERE. Interested in audiobooks? Listen while supporting Dog-Eared Books HERE. Interested in e-books? Listen while supporting Dog-Eared Books HERE. Learn more about a Dog-Eared Books book subscription HERE. Visit us! www.dogearedbooksames.com

    56 min

  4. JAN 27

    Winter/Spring Books We Can’t Wait to Read

    We've turned the page into a new year, and we're looking ahead to a few books we are excited about this year. This list is unbeatable in our opinions. Discussing books that are coming out between now and June of this year. Listen along, and don't forget if you pre-order with us you'll receive 10% off your order.  Ellyn's Currently Reading | Why Fascists Fear Teachers by Randi Weingarten, The Typewriter and the Guillotine by Mark Braude & Night Theater by Vikram Paralkar Amanda's Currently Reading | Rainbow Valley by L.M. Montgomery, Beth is Dead by Katie Bernet, & We the Women by Norah O'Donnell Show Notes: Sorry, Rachel couldn't find the margarita recipe. Books Amanda and Ellyn are looking forward to: Half His Age by Jennette McCurdy - Jan. 20 Whidbey by T Kira Madden - Mar. 10 Everyone in this Bank is a Thief by Benjamin Stevenson - Mar. 17 The Keeper by Tana French - Mar. 31 American Fantasy by Emma Straub - April 7 Dear Monica Lewinsky by Julia Langbein - April 14 Go Gentle by Maria Semple - April 14 How to Cheat Your Own Death by Kristen Perrin- April 28 Canon by Paige Lewis - May 19 Whistler by Ann Patchett – June 2 ______________________________________________________________________ Make sure to subscribe and rate the Bubbles & Books Podcast. And don't forget to share it with your friends. Follow us on Instagram: @bubblesandbookspodcast Follow Dog-Eared Books on Instagram: @dogearedbooksames Shop Dog-Eared Books and pick up your books in store or have shipped HERE. Interested in audiobooks? Listen while supporting Dog-Eared Books HERE. Interested in e-books? Listen while supporting Dog-Eared Books HERE. Learn more about a Dog-Eared Books book subscription HERE. Visit us! www.dogearedbooksames.com

    1h 10m

  5. JAN 6

    Walking Crotch Forward with Denise Williams, Julie Murphy, and Sierra Simone

    We're joined today by romance favorites Denise Williams, Julie Murphy, and Sierra Simone! We're talking about their upcoming romance novels, the strength of the romance community, how romance authors show up for fellow romance authors, and so much more. Listen, enjoy, and don't forget to pre-order The Re-Do List by Denise Williams and The Fundamentals of Being a Good Girl by Julie Murphy & Sierra Simone.  Don't miss seeing Denise, Julie, and Sierra in person at Prairie Moon Winery on Tuesday, January 27, at 7 PM to celebrate the release of The Re-Do List by Denise Williams! Tickets available now. Get yours HERE Ellyn's Currently Reading | The Cove by LJ Ross Katie's Currently Reading | Rein Me In by Kayla Grosse & The Long Game by Rachel Reid Denise Williams' Currently Reading | The Fundamentals of Being a Good Girl by Julie Murphy & Sierra Simone, Love and Sportsball by Meka James, Only on Gameday by Kristen Callihan & The Percy Jackson Series by Rick Riordan Sierra Simone's Currently Reading | Son of the Morning by Akwaeke Emezi Julie Murphy's Currently Reading | The Long Game by Rachel Reid ______________________________________________________________________ Make sure to subscribe and rate the Bubbles & Books Podcast. And don't forget to share it with your friends. Follow us on Instagram: @bubblesandbookspodcast Follow Dog-Eared Books on Instagram: @dogearedbooksames Shop Dog-Eared Books and pick up your books in store or have shipped HERE. Interested in audiobooks? Listen while supporting Dog-Eared Books HERE. Interested in e-books? Listen while supporting Dog-Eared Books HERE. Learn more about a Dog-Eared Books book subscription HERE. Visit us! www.dogearedbooksames.com

    1h 19m

  6. 12/23/2025

    Reading Goals

    2025 is coming to a close, and we're reflecting on our reading goals for the year. We're looking at what we set out to accomplish, what we actually achieved, and how we each approach goal-setting in our reading lives. Members of the Dog-Eared team shared what goal-setting looks like for them, how they measure their reading successes, and what matters most when it comes to making reading a meaningful part of their year. Ellyn's Currently Reading | American Werewolves by Emily Jane & Evil Genius by Claire Oshetsky Amanda's Currently Reading | Anne of Green Gables by L M Montgomery & Theo of Golden by Allen Levi ______________________________________________________________________ Make sure to subscribe and rate the Bubbles & Books Podcast. And don't forget to share it with your friends. Follow us on Instagram: @bubblesandbookspodcast Follow Dog-Eared Books on Instagram: @dogearedbooksames Shop Dog-Eared Books and pick up your books in store or have shipped HERE. Interested in audiobooks? Listen while supporting Dog-Eared Books HERE. Interested in e-books? Listen while supporting Dog-Eared Books HERE. Learn more about a Dog-Eared Books book subscription HERE. Visit us! www.dogearedbooksames.com

    1h 6m

  7. 12/16/2025

    Bookstore Wrapped 2025

    By now, many of us have seen our Spotify Wrapped... but now it's time for the bookish edition. In today's episode, we're diving into a year's work of bookstore data to reveal our most-read genres, best-sellers, biggest surprises, and interesting trends. It's our official Bookstore Wrapped. Listen along, and let us know if anything of these stats surprised you! Plus, listen to see what our #1 selling book of 2025 is. Hint: This author has an event with us in January 2026! Ellyn's Currently Reading | Imposter by LJ Ross Amanda's Currently Reading | Invasive Species by Ellery Adams ______________________________________________________________________ Make sure to subscribe and rate the Bubbles & Books Podcast. And don't forget to share it with your friends. Follow us on Instagram: @bubblesandbookspodcast Follow Dog-Eared Books on Instagram: @dogearedbooksames Shop Dog-Eared Books and pick up your books in store or have shipped HERE. Interested in audiobooks? Listen while supporting Dog-Eared Books HERE. Interested in e-books? Listen while supporting Dog-Eared Books HERE. Learn more about a Dog-Eared Books book subscription HERE. Visit us! www.dogearedbooksames.com

    1h 22m

  8. 12/09/2025

    Poppin' Off with Gareth & Louise Ward

    When Amanda traveled to Australia earlier this year, she was introduced to her new favorite mystery series. As soon as she came home she handed her copy to Ellyn and said that we had to carry "The Bookshop Detectives" at Dog-Eared Books. We are so lucky to be joined on today's episode of Bubbles & Books by the authors and fellow indie bookstore owners Gareth and Louise Ward. Trust us, you're going to want to start on this delightful new series. SHOW NOTES: Follow Wardini Books on Instagram: @wardinibooks Order The Bookshop Detectives Dead Girl Gone from Dog-Eared Books: HERE ______________________________________________________________________ Make sure to subscribe and rate the Bubbles & Books Podcast. And don't forget to share it with your friends. Follow us on Instagram: @bubblesandbookspodcast Follow Dog-Eared Books on Instagram: @dogearedbooksames Shop Dog-Eared Books and pick up your books in store or have shipped HERE. Interested in audiobooks? Listen while supporting Dog-Eared Books HERE. Interested in e-books? Listen while supporting Dog-Eared Books HERE. Learn more about a Dog-Eared Books book subscription HERE. Visit us! www.dogearedbooksames.com

    1h 5m
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A podcast about two of the best things in life: books and champagne. Hosted by Ellyn Grimm and Amanda Lepper, co-owners of Dog-Eared Books in Ames, Iowa.

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  • Creator
    Dog•Eared Books
  • Years Active
    2021 - 2026
  • Episodes
    172
  • Rating
    Explicit
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    Bubbles and Books

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