Off The Shelf with Morgann Book

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Off The Shelf with Morgann Book

Welcome to Off The Shelf—your backstage pass to the book world! Hosted by Morgann Book, this podcast dives into buzz-worthy reads, book-to-screen adaptations, and candid author chats! Once a month, we also dedicate an episode to our book club—spiralling over plot twists, overanalyzing characters, and going on a few unhinged tangents. Whether you’re hunting for your next five-star read or craving behind-the-scenes publishing tea, you’ll feel right at home. 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. 2D AGO

    #14: Behind the Scenes of the We Were Liars Set with Snarky Marky

    This week on Off The Shelf, we’re doing a deep dive into We Were Liars—the bestselling book turned series that’s as haunting as it is addictive. Morgann is joined by Mark, who visited the set of the new adaptation alongside her, and they unpack everything from meeting E. Lockhart to what it was really like behind the scenes of a film set (thanks prime video for flying us out❤️). Then they do a spoiler-free breakdown of the first few episodes of the new Prime Video show, plus the key ingredients for a good adaptation. For all those who have read the book & finished the series, the two also jump into a few spoilers at the very end and their predictions for how the show will play out!  CHAPTERS 00:00 Introduction (and spoiler disclaimer) 2:35 Summary & Family Tree Recap 5:49 First Time Reading We Were Liars 7:20 Being on Set for the First Time 10:31 Favourite Set Moments (and Meeting E. Lockhart!) 15:31 Unexpected Moments on Set 22:38 First Impressions of the Show 24:50 Our Take on Casting 27:36 How Important Are Soundtracks? 35:53 SPOILER SECTION  WATCH WE WERE LIARS: https://www.primevideo.com/region/na/detail/0R8IXK40FRFIHB00YGLZCEJZ0B/ref=atv_hm_hom_c_ywRzEs_awns_3_2?jic=8%7CEgRzdm9k READ WE WERE LIARS: https://www.amazon.ca/We-Were-Liars-Lockhart/dp/0385741278/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&dib_tag=se&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.DKWAH7YYx_3jfe-3IY-lhVUptI2xAYw96FGRr6WVCBfh_tgF9hWFXrB2WiVhW3S40k6UDTBeC7ZAGd_eUOuAvMSHWjgb-yqkszfRF0HpXLkxR6COOXT5OX56Ips8lC3ZJ8FcbxI0mD_Kddg3mWaCQJK_T0d0qUHqwDYehQwKjEmkyxFwkaf6xvz23U3rvOpbVSgXdMulvdqEwlhVdRVpTMclGAiUCaNhEAwUYk0i48Hb99bQiM3_hD4VIJlrUcOvW_lFpZ1lLWtJsKkI4UpH0_L1tca7VPO-2vbCnrekErQ.QAmslk3dNFFY0pFz13MCabSxfi2J0ULKE6cVUrZ1KMg&qid=1750248706&sr=8-1  FOLLOW US: Morgann Book TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@morgannbook Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/morgannbookYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/MorgannBook Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/morgannbook Snarky Marky TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@snarkymarky Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/m.a.rk YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@SNARKYMARK.Y Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/user/show/97276660 Off The Shelf Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/offtheshelf.podcast TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@offtheshelf.podcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    42 min
  2. JUN 5

    #12: How 1 Viral Video Changed Everything with The Bookish Animator

    In this episode of Off The Shelf, Morgann is joined by the incredibly talented Julia, also known as The Bookish Animator, whose work has captivated the online reading community. Julia takes us through her journey into animation—from picking up her first pencil to unexpectedly blowing up on social media. She shares what it’s really like navigating the creator space, the surprises that came with going viral, and the unforgettable moment when a favourite author recognized her work. We talk about her favourite and most challenging animations, whether she’s currently open for commissions, and the five books that have shaped her as a reader. Julia also dives into her favourite book tropes, the ones she avoids, and what makes the perfect story in her eyes. Plus, we chat about the magic of bookish conventions and where you might be able to catch her next. This one’s full of creativity, cozy vibes, and serious book love. CHAPTERS: 00:00 Becoming THE Bookish Animator 6:45 "Mom I made it" moment 8:43 The animation process 13:10 Perfectionism and burnout 19:00 Julia's defining books (her favourites) 33:13 Book Conventions (and how they work) 35:46 Meeting Becka Mack 43:36 Perfect combination of tropes 45:44 Julia's book rec of the day! FOLLOW US: The Bookish Animator Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebookishanimator_/?hl=en YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@thebookishanimator Morgann 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 The Bookish Club TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thebookish.club Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebookish.club/ Substack: https://substack.com/@thebookishclub 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, & Thomas Johnston, Produced by Bookish Media, Morgann Book, Thomas Johnston, & Stefanie Maqz. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    48 min
  3. MAY 29

    #11: The Romance Book That Broke Me [BOOK CLUB]

    In this episode, Morgann dives into the book that made her cry—twice. From the moment she read the first line ("This baby will not stop judging me"), she knew it was going to be good. This isn't just a tearjerker—it's a slow-burning friends-to-lovers story wrapped in grief, healing, and unexpected moments of joy (and armpit hair appreciation). Morgann shares why she chose this book, what made Lenny and Miles unforgettable, and how a “live again” list filled with everything from skinny-dipping to talent shows made this story feel so real. Plus: spicy hot takes, early impressions, a peek at the reviews, and what to read next if you're still emotionally recovering. This one’s for anyone who loves character-driven stories, late-blooming romance, and books that feel like therapy. JUNE BOOK CLUB PICK: COMING JUNE 3RD ON @THEBOOKISH.CLUB (trust me it'll be worth the wait) CHAPTERS: 00:00 life updates 3:40 why I choose this book 8:43 quick synopsis 10:55 early impressions of the book 19:10 romance deep dive 26:00 a look into grief 35:10 did you read the back of the book? 40:56 what to read next! FOLLOW US: Morgann 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 The Bookish Club TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thebookish.club Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebookish.club/ Substack: https://substack.com/@thebookishclub 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, & Thomas Johnston, Produced by Bookish Media, Morgann Book, Thomas Johnston, & Stefanie Maqz. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    48 min
  4. MAY 22

    #10: The BEST Summer Romance Book with Carley Fortune

    In this episode of Off The Shelf, Morgann sits down with bestselling author Carley Fortune to talk about the moment that led her to quit her job to become an author, how she crafted the characters we’ve all fallen in love with, and the real story behind her newest novel One Golden Summer. They dive into early writing struggles, the moment she found out about the screen adaptation, and play a game of “name the book from the quote” with some of her most iconic lines. Plus, Carley teases what’s coming next... WHERE TO FIND US: Carley Fortune Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/carleyfortune/ Website: https://www.carleyfortune.com/ Check out her books 🇨🇦: https://www.indigo.ca/en-ca/books/carley-fortune/ Check out her books 🇺🇸: https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/one-golden-summer-carley-fortune/1146137717 Morgann 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 The Bookish Club TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thebookish.club Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebookish.club/ Substack: https://substack.com/@thebookishclub 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, & Thomas Johnston, Produced by Bookish Media, Morgann Book, Thomas Johnston, & Stefanie Maqz. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    49 min
  5. MAY 8

    #8: How the Powerless Trilogy Was Created (and what's next) with Lauren Roberts

    Sit down with Morgann and Lauren Roberts for a raw, hilarious, and revealing deep dive into the Powerless universe—how she wrote the viral fantasy at just 18, the unexpected path to a book deal, and why fans didn’t get that first kiss until Reckless. They spill behind-the-scenes secrets, react to spicy bookish hot takes (yes, even the hardcover debate), and tease what’s next—including Lauren’s favourite scene, adaptation dreams, and whether a novella or genre switch is on the horizon. 00:00 - 02:02 what happened last night 02:02 - 25: 27 how lauren roberts became an author 25:28 - 29:35 lauren's current reads & fav books 29:36 - 43:05 bookish hot-takes 43:06 - 51:16 fearless deep dive (spoiler free) 51:17 - 58:50 recording the prologue for fearless 58:51 - 1:04:22 lauren's fav scenes & upcoming tour 1:04:23 - 1:06:00 powerless adaptation... FOLLOW US: Lauren Roberts TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@laurenrobertslibrary?lang=en Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/laurenrobertslibrary/?hl=en Read her Books at Barnes and Noble: https://www.barnesandnoble.com/b/contributor/lauren-roberts/_/N-2zxa Read her Books at Indigo: https://www.indigo.ca/en-ca/books/lauren-roberts2/ 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 The Bookish Club TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thebookish.club Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebookish.club/ Substack: https://substack.com/@thebookishclub 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, & Thomas Johnston, Produced by Bookish Media, Morgann Book, Thomas Johnston, & Stefanie Maqz. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    1h 6m

Ratings & Reviews

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Welcome to Off The Shelf—your backstage pass to the book world! Hosted by Morgann Book, this podcast dives into buzz-worthy reads, book-to-screen adaptations, and candid author chats! Once a month, we also dedicate an episode to our book club—spiralling over plot twists, overanalyzing characters, and going on a few unhinged tangents. Whether you’re hunting for your next five-star read or craving behind-the-scenes publishing tea, you’ll feel right at home. 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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