1:27 Bookish Moment of the Week 1:46 - Unraveling Oliver by Liz Nugent 1:52 - Bookends bookshop in Pagosa Springs Colorado 2:46 - All the Lonely People by Mike Gayle 4:05 - The Afterlife of Holly Chase by Cynthia Hand 4:42 - My Plain Jane by Cynthia Hand, Jodi Meadows and Brodi Ashton 4:43 - My Lady Jane by Cynthia Hand, Jodi Meadows and Brodi Ashton 4:57 - A Christmas Carol by Charles Dickens 5:19 - Marley by Jon Clinch 6:06 Current Reads: 6:12 - God Spare the Girls by Kelsey McKinney (Kaytee) ...
Nov 08, 2021•51 min•Season 4Ep. 15
0:00 Bite Sized Intro 1:43 - Currently Reading Patreon 5:48 Bookish Moment of the Week 7:01 - Smile by Raina Telgemeier 11:51 Current Reads: 13:09 - Billion Dollar Loser by Reeves Wiedeman (Meredith) 13:39 - The Herd by Andrea Bartz 15:33 - Bad Blood by John Carreyrou 19:55 - Cloud Cuckoo Land by Anthony Doerr (Kaytee) 20:03 - All the Light We Cannot See by Anthony Doerr 25:05 - Bachelor Nation by Amy Kaufman (Meredith) 27:10 - The Popcast podcast 30:14 - Cazadora by Romina Garber Russell (Kayte...
Nov 01, 2021•1 hr 1 min•Season 4Ep. 14
On this week’s episode of Currently Reading, Kaytee and Meredith are discussing: Bookish Moments : a slumpy slump and reading dates Current Reads : we contain bookish multitudes Deep Dive : how to be a Library Ambassador. Go forth and make disciples! Book Presses : a fairytale that’s just as great on paper as on the screen and a business biography As per usual, time-stamped show notes are below with references to every book and resource we mentioned in this episode. If you’d like to listen first...
Oct 25, 2021•54 min•Season 4Ep. 13
Today’s spoiler-free minisode includes a conversation between Kaytee and author Mike Gayle. Mike is the author of All the Lonely People, his seventeenth novel, and one that totally captured my heart. You’ve heard me gush about the book, now listen to my conversation with Mike to hear about: Where Hubert Bird came from The Windrush generation and his parents A committee against loneliness The filling and emptying of a home How the book landed during the pandemic Captain Tom and small things with ...
Oct 22, 2021•33 min•Season 4Ep. 12
On this week’s episode of Currently Reading, Mary and Kaytee are discussing: Bookish Moments : indie bookstore moments for a day date and a meetup Current Reads : we both have books today that are contenders for favorite of the year Deep Dive : we talk about multiple categories of books that we have loved and think you might love for non-fiction November Book Presses : two more NF picks, both memoir As per usual, time-stamped show notes are below with references to every book and resource we men...
Oct 18, 2021•55 min•Season 4Ep. 12
On this week’s episode of Currently Reading, Kaytee and Meredith are discussing: Bookish Moments : being together in person! Current Reads : Books in the zeitgeist and one that’s perfect for October Deep Dive : are we precious about lending books out to others? do we have rules and regulations? Book Presses : books from the keeper shelf As per usual, time-stamped show notes are below with references to every book and resource we mentioned in this episode. If you’d like to listen first and not sp...
Oct 11, 2021•56 min•Season 4Ep. 11
On this week’s episode of Currently Reading, Kaytee and Meredith are discussing: Bookish Moments : some wonderful bookish podcast episodes we had to highlight Current Reads : books that have complicated feelings attached, and ones that you cannot “at us” about Deep Dive : we are curating the perfect reading space Book Presses : uncomplicated feelings about books from authors we love As per usual, time-stamped show notes are below with references to every book and resource we mentioned in this ep...
Oct 04, 2021•53 min•Season 4Ep. 10
On this week’s episode of Currently Reading, Meredith and Kaytee are discussing: Bookish Moments : emotional reading and books about anxiety for kids Current Reads : quite a few new and backlist releases from authors we love Deep Dive : strong opinions and constructive criticism - how to review a book that didn’t land for you. Book Presses : books that might not be for everyone, but were absolutely for us. As per usual, time-stamped show notes are below with references to every book and resource...
Sep 27, 2021•1 hr•Season 4Ep. 9
On this week’s episode of Currently Reading, Kaytee and Meredith are discussing: Bookish Moments : zooming with an author and a slow but steady encouragement Current Reads : fairy tales and graphic novels and non-fiction and middle grade. We’re all over the place. Deep Dive : “gentle murder” is for those readers who want the propulsive and page-turning nature of mysteries and thriller, but can’t handle adding new fears to their arsenal Book Presses : propulsive but gentle books we think you’ll l...
Sep 20, 2021•59 min•Season 4Ep. 8
On this week’s episode of Currently Reading, Meredith and Mindy are discussing: Bookish Moments : kids reading to parents and grandparents blowing a budget Current Reads : family drama and non-fiction and slapdash thrillers Deep Dive : Meredith and Mindy explore the feelings around a favorite author’s new release Book Presses : a new release that needs to be on “the list” and an older true crime gem As per usual, time-stamped show notes are below with references to every book and resource we men...
Sep 13, 2021•1 hr 9 min•Season 4Ep. 7
On this week’s episode of Currently Reading, Meredith and Kaytee are discussing: Bookish Moments : outside reading perfection and a new generation of readers Current Reads : books that take your breath away and that help you breathe better Deep Dive : Q and A about Book Flights Book Presses : two hilarious picks - both way backlist As per usual, time-stamped show notes are below with references to every book and resource we mentioned in this episode. If you’d like to listen first and not spoil t...
Sep 06, 2021•59 min•Season 4Ep. 6
On this week’s episode of Currently Reading, Kaytee and Mary are discussing: Bookish Moments : Pages at the Park and picking new curriciula Current Reads : following up on a series, going on adventures, and learning through reading fiction and non-fiction Deep Dive : back to school - our favorite campus novels Book Presses : a foodie memoir and back to school for non-school-age readers As per usual, time-stamped show notes are below with references to every book and resource we mentioned in this...
Aug 30, 2021•48 min•Season 4Ep. 5
On this week’s episode of Currently Reading, Meredith and Kaytee are discussing: Bookish Moments : a readerly realization and a new library card Current Reads : weird books and wheelhouse books and a highlight of the Indie Press List Deep Dive : our literary hall passes - the characters and authors that make our hearts beat faster Book Presses : one of my favorite moments in our recording history. Welcome to press whiplash, we are glad you are here. As per usual, time-stamped show notes are belo...
Aug 23, 2021•55 min•Season 4Ep. 4
On this week’s episode of Currently Reading, Meredith and Kaytee are discussing: Bookish Moments : playing library and a murderful bookmark Current Reads : a bit silly this week, we are threatening book characters with violence and one of us throws a temper tantrum. Deep Dive : we are discussing the genres that pull us in and then we usually hate them, the Venus Flytrap of books Book Presses : a YA fantasy that flies under the radar and a sweet love story As per usual, time-stamped show notes ar...
Aug 16, 2021•57 min•Season 4Ep. 3
On this week’s episode of Currently Reading, Meredith and Kaytee are discussing: Bookish Moments : a book that confused us both, and a great podcast episode Current Reads : a second in a series, a great premise, a great title, and a book filled with a-holes Deep Dive : the authors whose books we pre-order as soon as we know about them Book Presses : two presses from some of our favorite auto-buy authors As per usual, time-stamped show notes are below with references to every book and resource we...
Aug 09, 2021•57 min•Season 4Ep. 2
On this week’s episode of Currently Reading, Meredith and Kaytee are discussing: Bookish Moments : in-person Bookish Friends, and letting Bookstagram pick a book Current Reads : buzzy books, backlist books, and under-the-radar gems Deep Dive : how we spent our summer break Book Presses : a book that divided the internet and a book with not a great setup As per usual, time-stamped show notes are below with references to every book and resource we mentioned in this episode. If you’d like to listen...
Aug 02, 2021•49 min•Season 4Ep. 1
On this week’s Very Special episode of Currently Reading, Meredith and Kaytee are capping off the very end of the season with our Best of Season 3 episode. Following the same format as in year’s past, you’ll get to hear about our favorite moments, our biggest cringey flubs, and everything in between. We love taking time to reflect on the path behind as we move into the road ahead. As per usual, time-stamped show notes are below with references to every book and resource we mentioned in this epis...
Jul 19, 2021•47 min•Season 3Ep. 49
On this week’s Very Special episode of Currently Reading, all four of us are wrapping up Season 3 with our Ask Us Anything episode! We received over 12 PAGES of questions for this episode and this is the first time that we’ve had all four of us on mic before, so all of this is new! As per usual, time-stamped show notes are below with references to every book and resource we mentioned in this episode. If you’d like to listen first and not spoil the surprise, don’t scroll down! New: we are now inc...
Jul 12, 2021•55 min•Season 3Ep. 48
On this week’s Very Special episode of Currently Reading, Meredith and Kaytee are starting to wrap up Season 3 with our Listener Press episode! We had so many listeners leave us voice memos that it was difficult to narrow them down, but we hope you love this selection of books pressed by you, the listeners and Bookish Friends of Currently Reading! As per usual, time-stamped show notes are below with references to every book and resource we mentioned in this episode. If you’d like to listen first...
Jul 05, 2021•40 min•Season 3Ep. 47
On this week’s episode of Currently Reading, Kaytee and Mindy are discussing: Bookish Moments : early morning reading and something to look forward to Current Reads : under-the-radar books and back and frontlist gems Deep Dive : a rundown of summer reading guides plus what it takes to put one together Book Presses : a book that takes you to Japan and one more Pride Month gem As per usual, time-stamped show notes are below with references to every book and resource we mentioned in this episode. I...
Jun 28, 2021•45 min•Season 3Ep. 46
On this week’s episode of Currently Reading, Meredith and Kaytee are discussing: Bookish Moments : a new book podcast and a seasoned parenting tip Current Reads : an eye-opener, a creepy read, a missed opportunity, a huggable book, a new book from a favorite author, and an under-the-radar gem. We’ve got it all! Deep Dive : what could be better about your reading life? Book Presses : a book that shows you all the dirty laundry and one that is cinematic As per usual, time-stamped show notes are be...
Jun 21, 2021•45 min•Season 3Ep. 45
On this week’s episode of Currently Reading, Kaytee and Meredith are discussing: Bookish Moments : regular reader kids and bookish friends lavishing love Current Reads : mysteries abound, as does middle grade, plus some overlap between the two Deep Dive : how many books do you read at once? Book Presses : a book that shifted our perspective and a retelling of a Greek myth As per usual, time-stamped show notes are below with references to every book and resource we mentioned in this episode. If y...
Jun 14, 2021•47 min•Season 3Ep. 44
On this week’s episode of Currently Reading, Kaytee is thrilled to be chatting with Traci Thomas! We are discussing: Bookish Moments : “my whole life is bookish” and a mother-daughter buddy read Current Reads : an unexpected mix of fiction and non-fiction this week turns things on their head Deep Dive : we have a long chat about Traci’s reading life, her Shakespeare challenge, the podcast, and all the snacks Book Presses : a few non-fiction presses that readers will love. As per usual, time-stam...
Jun 07, 2021•53 min•Season 3Ep. 43
On this week’s episode of Currently Reading, Meredith and Mary are discussing: Bookish Moments : reading peace for mama and a bookish husband dilemma Current Reads : a few of these ones have been all over Bookstagram, and I guarantee there’s at least one you’ve never heard of Deep Dive : books that are perfect for the men in your life Book Presses : a non-fiction, self-help book and a magical school that is can’t miss As per usual, time-stamped show notes are below with references to every book ...
May 31, 2021•1 hr 2 min•Season 3Ep. 42
On this week’s episode of Currently Reading, Meredith and Kaytee are discussing: Bookish Moments : a third copy of a book one loves, and a summer reading guide we both adore Current Reads : some books we enjoyed that we don’t know to whom we should recommend Deep Dive : a defense of book buying, and book organizing, and how it’s different from book reading Book Presses : a great Pride Month (June in the US) pick and a beach read that will chill you to the bone As per usual, time-stamped show not...
May 24, 2021•48 min•Season 3Ep. 41
On this week’s episode of Currently Reading, Kaytee and Meredith are discussing: Bookish Moments : A joint bookish moment of gatherings of Bookish Friends Current Reads : some YA fantasy, some murder, some short stories, some family drama. We’ve got it all. Deep Dive : the tropes we love - what is a trope and which ones draw us in? Book Presses : two books that we hugged at the end As per usual, time-stamped show notes are below with references to every book and resource we mentioned in this epi...
May 17, 2021•51 min•Season 3Ep. 40
Intro: 1:14 - The Popcast w/ Knox and Jamie 1:19 - Jamie Golden’s Instagram Bookish Moments: 4:31 - Underground Railroad by Colson Whitehead 6:23 - All Things Cease to Appear by Elizabeth Brundage Current Reads: 8:14 - Fabled Bookshop 8:17 - Faye, Faraway by Helen Fisher (Kaytee) 10:57 - Empire of Pain: The Secret History of the Sackler Dynasty by Patrick Radden Keefe (Jamie) 11:06 - Say Nothing: A True Story of Murder and Memory in Northern Ireland by Patrick Radden Keefe 13:52 - Girl A by Abig...
May 10, 2021•1 hr 2 min•Season 3Ep. 39
Today, we are sharing our new baby with you. The Indie Press List is doing BIG things and we are thrilled to give you a taste of this goodness. If you’d like to get future episodes (including two more from Fabled in April and May 2021), we’d love for you to join us on Patreon . To shop: we would love for you to go directly to the page that Fabled has set up for us for you to make your purchases. It includes each of the little blurbs that we read aloud on this episode. And, of course, you've got ...
May 07, 2021•26 min•Season 3Ep. 38
On this week’s episode of Currently Reading, Kaytee and Mindy are discussing: Bookish Moments : A sisterly conversation and a masking win Current Reads : books we are so glad we read, from beginning to end Deep Dive : how to make your IRL friendship bookish and how to make your bookish friendship IRL Book Presses : a YA book that seems to be universally beloved and a way to make friends in your neighborhood As per usual, time-stamped show notes are below with references to every book and resourc...
May 03, 2021•45 min•Season 3Ep. 38
On this week’s episode of Currently Reading, Meredith and Kaytee are discussing: Bookish Moments : Behind-the-scenes podcast fix and a weird reading mood Current Reads : we have quite a few books this week that were pressed into our hands by you, the listeners! Deep Dive : how each Enneagram type chooses their next book. So much silliness. Book Presses : books that are tangentially or directly related to the enneagram As per usual, time-stamped show notes are below with references to every book ...
Apr 26, 2021•47 min•Season 3Ep. 37
