Reading the Room

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It's time to unplug and exhale. Join Western Mass News as we slow things down with a cozy podcast all about books - what we're reading, loving, and recommending.

Episodes

  1. Sep 2

    Tony DiTerlizzi

    In this episode, we sit down with New York Times Bestselling author Tony DiTerlizzi about some of his most famous and well-loved books, as well as his latest fiction read "The Wump"- in stores this month!

    Tony DiTerlizzi

  2. Aug 27

    Victoria Aveyard

    In this episode of Reading the Room, Mia sits down with New York Times Best-Selling Author Victoria Aveyard to discuss writing inspirations growing up in Western Mass, the process of stepping away from a series to write the next one, and Aveyard's upcoming release of her new adult fantasy novel Tempest.

    Victoria Aveyard

  3. Aug 20

    Pioneer Valley Bookstore Crawl

    In this week's episode, Colleen sits down with Kinsey Foreman with High Five Books to hear about the Pioneer Valley Bookstore Crawl. Pick up a passport at one of the 10-plus participating shops for your chance to win $800 in bookstore gift cards

    Pioneer Valley Bookstore Crawl

  4. Aug 13

    Love Your Local Library

    Back to School season is almost here! In this episode, Mia sits down with Angela Hicks from Longmeadow Library about her best tips on how to keep your kids ready to read, even during the school year. After that, Colleen & Mia chat more about Malibu Rising pages 195-245

    Love Your Local Library

  5. Aug 6

    Judging books by their covers

    In this episode, we are judging books by their covers! Andy McAlpine from Book Moon in Easthampton shares some of his favorite books that have deceiving covers- he reminds us to not let the cover stop you from finding your next favorite read. Then, Colleen & Mia catch up with Malibu Rising by Taylor Jenkins Reid. During pages 142-191, the Riva siblings are hit with some tragic news.

    Judging books by their covers

  6. Jul 30

    Book-to-movie adaptations

    In this episode, Colleen & Mia discuss what it takes for a book-to-movie adaptation to be great. From there, they discuss pages 92-141 of Malibu Rising by Taylor Jenkins Reid.  What are the Rivas up to now?

    Book-to-movie adaptations

  7. Jul 23

    The Alchemist Society and great, cozy mysteries

    We introduce you to The Alchemist Society in Agawam, a book shop with art vendors and a tattoo studio, and chat with Dr. Kate Benson, author and its owner, about some of her favorite cozy mysteries.

    The Alchemist Society and great, cozy mysteries

  8. Jul 15

    Diving into audiobooks

    you may not recognize her face, but if you’re into audiobooks, you may know her voice. Learn how Rachel F. Hirsch got into the world of audiobook narration.

    Diving into audiobooks
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About

It's time to unplug and exhale. Join Western Mass News as we slow things down with a cozy podcast all about books - what we're reading, loving, and recommending.

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  • Creator
    Western Mass News
  • Years Active
    2026
  • Episodes
    8
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Show Website
    Reading the Room