Meg's Reading Room

Meg's Reading Room
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Welcome to Meg's Reading Room! I'm so glad you're here. On this podcast, I share comforting conversations with writers and bookish friends as we reflect on our reading lives. We share the stories we're loving, but also the stories we're living. I hope this time together can be a soft place to land in the middle of your week.

  1. 5d ago

    Ep. 147: Kate DiCamillo (LOVE AND MERCY)

    Welcome in, book friends! On today's very special episode, I'm sitting down for a cozy conversation with my favorite author of all time -- Kate DiCamillo! I'm so excited and honored to share her voice and stories with you today. Kate DiCamillo is the author of many books for young readers. Her books have been awarded the Newbery Medal (Flora & Ulysses in 2014 and The Tale of Despereaux in 2004); the Newbery Honor (Because of Winn-Dixie, 2001), the Boston Globe Horn Book Award (The Miraculous Journey of Edward Tulane, 2006), and the Theodor Geisel Medal and honor (Bink and Gollie, co-author Alison McGhee, 2011; Mercy Watson Goes for a Ride, 2007). She is a National Ambassador for Young People’s Literature Emerita, appointed by the Library of Congress. Mentioned in this episode: Love and MercyMercy WatsonVLCAD DeficiencyMoby DickChris Van DusenAnn PatchettThe Miraculous Journey of Edward Tulane (20th Anniversary)Raymie NightingaleCharlotte's WebBlack BeautyKelly YangStoryKind PodcastLife, & Death, & GiantsEp 90 Ron Rindo (Life, & Death, & Giants)Who is Government? (audiobook)Great ExpectationsOn WritingThe Wizard of Loneliness The Paris ReviewThe True Story of Edith Leapyear, Child Outlaw: As Told by Herself Support Meg's Reading Room buymeacoffee.com/megsreadingroompodcast I always hope our time together can be a soft place to land when you need it most. By supporting Meg's Reading Room, you're helping to keep our show running and our episodes AD free. Thank you for believing in the work we're doing and helping us to connect to more listeners like you. Connect with me on Instagram @megsreadingroom Connect with StoryKind Podcast on Instagram @storykindpod Thank you Tracy Miracle & Egypt Street PR!

  2. Oct 21

    Ep 146: Stephanie / Escape into Period Pieces

    Welcome in! On today's episode, I'm joined by English professor and podcaster, Stephanie to discuss her reading life and her beautiful podcast ESCAPE INTO PERIOD PIECES. Mentioned in this episode: Escape into Period PiecesThe Other Bennet SisterAmerican Girl seriesLittle House on the PrairieRenee GraefThe Magic Attic ClubThe Baby-Sitters Club / Little SisterDisney GirlsThe Secret GardenMadelineAnastasiaThe Secret GardenA Little PrincessBritBox / The Other Bennet SisterPBS / All Creatures Great and SmallThe Unselected Journals of Emma M. LionEcho / audiobookAggie Morton, Mystery QueenThe Way HomeSamantha: The Next ChapterThe SpectacularEp 125: Valerie Tripp / Celebrating 40 Years of American GirlThe Making of American Girl Support Meg's Reading Room buymeacoffee.com/megsreadingroompodcast I always hope our time together can be a soft place to land when you need it most. By supporting Meg's Reading Room, you're helping to keep our show running and our episodes AD free. Thank you for believing in the work we're doing and helping us to connect to more listeners like you. Connect with me on Instagram @megsreadingroom Connect with Stephanie on Instagram @escape.into.period.pieces

  3. Oct 7

    Ep 145: Meg Anderson (THE MEMORY OF BORROWED BOOKS)

    Welcome in! On today's episode, I'm joined by author and mom of three, Meg Anderson to discuss her gorgeous debut novel, THE MEMORY OF BORROWED BOOKS. Mentioned in this episode: The Memory of Borrowed BooksMadeline MartinFive Mornings at the Bookshop Support Meg's Reading Room buymeacoffee.com/megsreadingroompodcast I always hope our time together can be a soft place to land when you need it most. By supporting Meg's Reading Room, you're helping to keep our show running and our episodes AD free. Thank you for believing in the work we're doing and helping us to connect to more listeners like you. Connect with me on Instagram @megsreadingroom Connect with Meg on Instagram @meganderson.writes

  4. Sep 30

    Ep 144: Sarah Damoff (THE BURNING SIDE)

    Welcome in! On today's episode, I'm joined by best-selling author, Sarah Damoff to discuss her gorgeous new novel, THE BURNING SIDE. Mentioned in this episode: Ep. 59 Sarah Damoff (The Bright Years)The Burning SideThe Bright YearsEverything Was Beautiful and Nothing HurtLandAshley Poston Support Meg's Reading Room buymeacoffee.com/megsreadingroompodcast I always hope our time together can be a soft place to land when you need it most. By supporting Meg's Reading Room, you're helping to keep our show running and our episodes AD free. Thank you for believing in the work we're doing and helping us to connect to more listeners like you. Connect with me on Instagram @megsreadingroom Connect with Sarah on Instagram @sarahdamoff

  5. Sep 23

    Ep 143: Megan Wagner Lloyd / American Girl 2027 GIRL OF THE YEAR (DAISY DAVENPORT SAVES THE DAY)

    Welcome in! On today's episode, I'm joined by best-selling children's book author, Megan Wagner Lloyd to discuss DAISY DAVENPORT SAVES THE DAY and her experience working with American Girl for the 2027 GIRL OF THE YEAR! Mentioned in this episode: Daisy Davenport Saves the DayDaisy DavenportAllergicSuper PancakeHavenEp 125: Valerie TrippWhere Only Storms GrowEp 77: Alyssa ColmanThe Pumpkin Princess and the Forever NightThe Pumpkin Princess and the Buried CastleBlood in the WaterThe Blue CastleAnne of Green Gables Support Meg's Reading Room buymeacoffee.com/megsreadingroompodcast I always hope our time together can be a soft place to land when you need it most. By supporting Meg's Reading Room, you're helping to keep our show running and our episodes AD free. Thank you for believing in the work we're doing and helping us to connect to more listeners like you. Connect with me on Instagram @megsreadingroom / @megscollectingcorner Connect with Megan on Instagram @meganwagnerlloyd

  6. Sep 16

    Ep 142: Shifa Saltagi Safadi (SISTERS ALONE)

    Welcome in! On today's episode, I'm joined by Shifa Saltagi Safadi to discuss her powerful new middle grade novel-in-verse, SISTERS ALONE. Shifa is the National Book Award winning author of Kareem Between, the Amina Banana series, and several picture books. Mentioned in this episode: Sisters AloneKareem BetweenLittle WomenNancy Drew A Series of Unfortunate EventsPride and PrejudiceTwilightWild Dark ShoreAll That Chandi KnewA Year Without HomeWild ReverenceA Bittersweet SpellEmpireDungeon Crawler CarlReady Player OneWarcross Support Meg's Reading Room buymeacoffee.com/megsreadingroompodcast I always hope our time together can be a soft place to land when you need it most. By supporting Meg's Reading Room, you're helping to keep our show running and our episodes AD free. Thank you for believing in the work we're doing and helping us to connect to more listeners like you. Connect with me on Instagram @megsreadingroom Connect with Shifa on Instagram @shifasaltagisafadi

  7. Sep 9

    Ep 141: Mindy Nichols Wendell (CALIFORNIA OR DUST)

    Welcome in! On today's episode, I'm joined by Mindy Nichols Wendell to discuss her newest middle grade novel, CALIFORNIA OR DUST. Mentioned in this episode: California or DustLight and AirEp. 16 Mindy Nichols Wendell (Light and Air)Out of the DustChildren of the Dust BowlA Circle of QuietBirdyThe Winter of the DollhouseWhistlerA Place to Hang the MoonOther Words for HomeThe Remarkable Journey of Coyote SunriseRAR Premium Support Meg's Reading Room buymeacoffee.com/megsreadingroompodcast I always hope our time together can be a soft place to land when you need it most. By supporting Meg's Reading Room, you're helping to keep our show running and our episodes AD free. Thank you for believing in the work we're doing and helping us to connect to more listeners like you. Connect with me on Instagram @megsreadingroom Connect with Mindy on Instagram @mnwendell

  8. Sep 2

    Ep 140: Elizabeth Wellington Rollins (THE THREE GRACES OF PEARL STREET)

    Welcome in! On today's episode, I'm joined by award-winning copywriter, author, and mom, Elizabeth Wellington Rollins to discuss her beautiful debut novel, THE THREE GRACES OF PEARL STREET. Mentioned in this episode: The Three Graces of Pearl StreetLittle House on the PrairieAmerican Girl seriesThe Complete Tales of Beatrix PotterRebeccaI Capture the CastleJane AustenLong Bright RiverLittle WomenHarry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone (audiobook)The Second Chance CinemaMy FriendsPineapple StreetThe Shampoo EffectDolly All the TimeMaisie DobbsDavid SedarisTown Mouse, Country MouseRichard ScarryAmelia BedeliaStrega Nona Support Meg's Reading Room buymeacoffee.com/megsreadingroompodcast I always hope our time together can be a soft place to land when you need it most. By supporting Meg's Reading Room, you're helping to keep our show running and our episodes AD free. Thank you for believing in the work we're doing and helping us to connect to more listeners like you. Connect with me on Instagram @megsreadingroom Connect with Elizabeth on Instagram @elizabethwellingtonrollins

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Welcome to Meg's Reading Room! I'm so glad you're here. On this podcast, I share comforting conversations with writers and bookish friends as we reflect on our reading lives. We share the stories we're loving, but also the stories we're living. I hope this time together can be a soft place to land in the middle of your week.

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  • Creator
    Meg's Reading Room
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2026
  • Episodes
    159
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