Hello, hi, and welcome to Medium Lady Reads this is episode 44 - can you believe it? Erin and Jillian are so happy you’re here. Jillian and Erin have six new book recommendations to share with you today, plus all the cozy, nerdy, bookish vibes you know and love. So grab a drink, get comfy, and it’s time to dive in! In This Episode: It’s time to start the episode, Erin and Jillian check-in on how their lives and reading is going. Mentioned in this episode: The public library in Finland the Oodi ....
Jun 24, 2025•40 min
Hello, hi, and welcome to Medium Lady Reads. This is episode 43, “Our Best Recommendations for Your Summer Reading Pile.” Summer is just around the corner, and that means it's time to talk about the books that’ll keep you company on park benches, road trips, backyard loungers—or wherever your sunny days might take you. Whether you’re deep in your TBR, building your summer stack, or just here for a cozy bookish chat—Jillian and Erin have got you covered. So grab your iced coffee or a tall glass o...
Jun 10, 2025•40 min
Hello, hi, and welcome to Medium Lady Reads. This is episode 42, “Thaw your Reading List and Get Ready For Summer.” Whether you're building your summer TBR, looking for something to dive into on a sunny afternoon, or just hoping to discover a story that sticks with you, Erin and Jillian got something that might just become your next favorite. So settle in, get cozy (or throw on your shades if you’re listening poolside), and let’s talk books! In This Episode: How are the ladies doing? Both Jillia...
May 28, 2025•39 min
Hello, hi, and welcome to Medium Lady Reads. This is episode 41, “A Real Dud of a Thriller... plus What is a Novella And Do we Like Them?” Erin and Jillian are so happy to be back with you this week—and of course, they've got more great books to share that they think you'll love! Whether you're looking for your next cozy read, something to make you laugh, or a story that’ll completely sweep you away, they've got you covered. So grab your favorite drink, get comfy, and let's dive into this week’s...
May 13, 2025•40 min
Hello, hi, and welcome to Medium Lady Reads. This is episode 40, “Wonderful Publishers Behind Wonderful Authors.” Welcome back to Medium Lady Reads! Erin and Jillian are excited to land in a new “decade” of episodes. The ladies are both in their 40s and they’ve hit their stride with the podcast as they arrive at episode forty. This episode will continue to bring you all the content you love! Book recs, cozy vibes and hot takes, Jillian and Erin are so glad you’re here! In This Episode: The ladie...
Apr 22, 2025•39 min
Hello, hi, and welcome to Medium Lady Reads. This is episode 39, “Are Celebrity Memoirs Clogging your TBR?” Welcome back to Medium Lady Reads! Be sure to get settled in, cue up the latest episode, open your TBR tracker, and get ready to add 6+ more books to your stack. In This Episode: The ladies check in, sharing how their reading and life is going. Both women share what types of books they’re bringing to the show for this episode. Time for the meat of the episode, where Erin and Jillian share ...
Apr 01, 2025•40 min
Hello, hi, and welcome to Medium Lady Reads. This is episode 38, “Sneaky Censorship in the Bookish Community.” Welcome back to Medium Lady Reads! Thanks to daylight savings time we’re all enjoying a bit more evening sunshine, and today’s recommendations are sure to brighten your day! Today Erin and Jillian are bringing you another stack of books for your future TBR In This Episode: Erin and Jillian check in on how they’re reading and life is going. Both women share what types of books they’re br...
Mar 18, 2025•37 min
Hello, hi, and welcome to Medium Lady Reads. This is episode 37, “MLR Ep 37 Ebooks or Physical Copies - Which do you prefer?” Welcome back to Medium Lady Reads! The snow banks are sky high, but spring is right around the corner, we swear - and this week Erin and Jillian are sharing various books that you can add to your Spring TBR. In This Episode: To start the show, Erin and Jillian check-in on how their lives and reading is going. Erin starts the show off with her first review, followed by Jil...
Mar 04, 2025•44 min
Hello, hi, and welcome to Medium Lady Reads. This is episode 36, “Beware the Spoiler Police.” Welcome back to Medium Lady Reads! Make sure you have your holds list ready because if one thing is certain, Erin and Jillian are bringing you loads more book recommendations in this episode. In This Episode: Erin and Jillian start the episode like they usually do by sharing how they’re reading and life is going. The ladies share their reviews of 5 books. Jillian brings 2 and Erin has 3. The Hot Take is...
Feb 18, 2025•32 min
Hello, hi, and welcome to Medium Lady Reads. This is episode 35, “We’re Back with Our 2025 Reading Goals.” Welcome back to Medium Lady Reads! Erin and Jillian are excited to be back on mic to talk books and the library. They’re returning “rested and refreshed” after their January hiatus and can’t wait to share some of their latest reads. In This Episode: The ladies welcome you back and share a check-in on how their life and reading has been going. Mentioned in this Episode: Episode 32 for The Li...
Feb 04, 2025•43 min
Hello, hi, and welcome to Medium Lady Reads. This is episode 34, “The end of another year of reading.” It’s the end of another year of reading and we’re excited to celebrate all those books that we loved this year. This episode wraps up 2024 with reviews of our favourites from the second half of the year. Plus, we’ll give our final reflections on our 2024 reading goals that we set way back in January! Feels like ages ago! In This Episode: As per usual, the ladies begin with a check-in. Mentioned...
Dec 31, 2024•53 min
Hello, hi, and welcome to Medium Lady Reads. This is episode 33, “Cozy Christmas Reads 2024.” It’s the most wonderful time of the year… time for the fourth annual Cozy Christmas Reads episode! This episode is special because Jillian and Erin are joined by two additional guests, Stephanie Cunningham and Ali Oppenlaender . The four women come together yearly (previous episodes are linked below), to share each year’s picks for a cozy Christmas read. If you’re ready for this year’s edition, just hit...
Dec 11, 2024•57 min
Hello, hi, and welcome to Medium Lady Reads. This is episode 32, “Romanticize Your Reading Life.” This week, Erin and Jillian are here to remind you that when the world is a dumpster fire, you can still count on your books! Take a break from the doom-scrolling and come join them for book chat, library love, and, of course, hot takes! In This Episode: The ladies begin with their regular check-in. They share how their reading is going and what they’re currently reading. Jillian and Erin discuss th...
Nov 26, 2024•42 min
Hello, hi, and welcome to Medium Lady Reads. This is episode 31, “Your Reading Slump is Totally Normal.” This week, Erin and Jillian are here to remind you that reading is self-care, so grab your latest read and join in for our reviews and book chat. In This Episode: The ladies start the episode by checking in with each other to see how their reading is going. It’s time for book reviews! The ladies share their reviews of the latest books that they’ve read. What’s this week’s Hot Take? You’ll nee...
Nov 12, 2024•42 min
Hello, hi, and welcome to Medium Lady Reads. This is episode 30, “Would You Try a DNF Challenge?” We’re deep into the Autumn season and the temperatures in Erin and Jillian’s neck of the woods are beginning to reflect this. If you’re ready to curl up with a book and your favorite cup of tea, we’ve got you covered with more book recommendations! In This Episode: It’s time for the check-in! Erin and Jillian check in to share how their reading is going. The ladies are bringing 5 new book reviews to...
Oct 30, 2024•38 min
Hello, Hi, and welcome to Medium Lady Reads this is episode 29, “Somewhere Beyond the Sea-quel.” October is here, as is the beautiful Autumn weather which is perfect for curling up with a great book. Erin and Jillian have 5 new books to share with you to start your autumn reading. In this Episode: The ladies check-in to see how their reading has been going. Time to drop into the meat of the episode! Jillian and Erin each share their thoughts and opinions on 2 books, and 1 joint book, this week. ...
Oct 15, 2024•46 min
Hello, Hi, and welcome to Medium Lady Reads this is episode 28, “Your TBR is a Version of Your Ideal Self.” September is over, but that doesn’t mean the book fun stops! Erin and Jillian are coming to you today with loads of new book recommendations, so get that pen and paper out, and let’s go. In This Episode: The ladies check in to see how their reading is going and even mention a few books in the process. Mentioned in this Episode: Our TJ Klune episode If you’re wondering what types of books t...
Oct 01, 2024•46 min
Hello, Hi, and welcome to Medium Lady Reads this is episode 27, “Escape and Put Your Face in a Book.” In this episode, Erin and Jillian are sharing a new selection of books. Books so good you’ll want to run to your library’s hold list and request them ASAP. In This Episode: The episode begins with both woman checking-in on how their reading is going. Mentioned in this episode: The Joy of the Buddy Read Erin starts the episode off by sharing her first read of the episode. Jillian shares her first...
Sep 17, 2024•45 min
Hello, Hi, and welcome to Medium Lady Reads this is episode 26, “They Can’t All Be 5 Stars.” In this episode, Erin and Jillian share their latest books, even those that may not have been 5 stars. This allows you to choose whether to read them or not! In This Episode: Both ladies check in on how their reading lives are going. It’s time to jump into the heart of the episode, Jillian and Erin share their latest three reads. To know what they’re sharing tune in to the episode. This episode’s Hot Tak...
Sep 03, 2024•44 min
Hello, Hi, and welcome to Medium Lady Reads this is episode 25, “The End of Summer and Genre Jumping.” In this episode, Erin and Jillian share their end-of-summer reading and all the genre-jumping books they’re reading. In This Episode: The ladies jump right in with their reading check-in. How many books did Erin read on her vacation? Tune in to find out! What is Jillian’s pet peeve regarding books from the library? You must listen to learn more! It’s time to jump into the meat of the episode… E...
Aug 20, 2024•41 min
Hello, Hi, and welcome to Medium Lady Reads this is episode 24, “Welcome Back to Season 2.” In this episode, Erin and Jillian introduce the new season of Medium Lady Reads and all of the new changes that will come along with it. In This Episode: The ladies check-in with each other to see how their break had been. Erin introduces the new format of the podcast. Time for the reading check-in: Jillian and Erin share how their reading is going. Jillian and Erin take turns sharing their last three boo...
Aug 06, 2024•41 min
Hello, Hi, and welcome to Medium Lady Reads this is episode 23, “The Best Books of 2024 - SO FAR.” In this episode, Erin and Jillian discuss their favorite books of the year so far. Since it is mid-June and mid-year, it’s the perfect time to catch up and see what books have been the standouts up until now. In This Episode: It’s time to celebrate! Medium Lady Reads turned 1 year old - join us in celebrating by sharing your favorite episode with us on Instagram - tag us @mediumladyreads . The ladi...
Jun 18, 2024•50 min
Hello, Hi, and welcome to Medium Lady Reads this is episode 22, “The BIPOC Alphabet Reading Challenge with guest Alesia Galati.” In this episode, Jillian and Erin welcome their first guest host, Alesia Galati ! They’re discussing Alesia’s BIPOC Alphabet Reading Challenge. Jillian and Erin would love it if you shared what diverse authors you’re reading! Be sure to tag them on Instagram, Jillian is @jillianfindinghappy and Erin is @medium.lady , or you can tag the show @mediumladyreads ! In This E...
Jun 04, 2024•1 hr 3 min
Hello, Hi, and welcome to Medium Lady Reads this is episode 21, “The Beach Read is -That Way.” In this episode, Jillian and Erin start looking toward summer! With summer right around the corner, many of us are looking for those perfect books to enjoy under the sun. Erin and Jillian are huge fans of seasonal reading and just like their spooky book episode last fall, this episode will embrace the seasonal book genre known as the “Beach Read.” Jillian and Erin would love it if you shared YOUR FAVOR...
May 21, 2024•39 min
Hello, Hi, and welcome to Medium Lady Reads this is episode 20, “Our Last Three Reads - Spring 2024.” In this episode, Jillian and Erin will review the last three books they’ve read, and as they said back in Episode 15 , they stay true to listing their actual last three books. They want to appeal to all their listeners' wide and varied tastes. Jillian and Erin would love it if you checked in and shared some of your previous 3 reads, just be sure to tag them on Instagram, Jillian is @jillianfindi...
May 07, 2024•50 min
Hello, Hi, and welcome to Medium Lady Reads this is episode 19, “Checking in On our 2024 Reading Goals.” In this episode, Jillian and Erin are checking in on how their 2024 reading goals are progressing and how it’s impacting their reading. Back in episode 14, Erin and Jillian listed off some of their reading goals for the coming year, and now it’s time for a check-in! Jillian and Erin would love it if you checked in on how your reading goals were going, tag them on Instagram, Jillian is @jillia...
Apr 23, 2024•33 min
Hello, Hi, and welcome to Medium Lady Reads this is episode 18, “Read This, Not That.” In this episode, Jillian and Erin are having a "Read This, Not That" book conversation. Read This, Not That is all about sharing book substitutions—recommending books for each person’s reading taste. It's about acknowledging that not every book is for everyone and offering alternatives that might resonate more with listeners. There’s a lot to learn when you don’t like a book and hopefully, by the end of this e...
Apr 08, 2024•33 min
Hello, Hi, and welcome to Medium Lady Reads this is episode 17, “Library Etiquette and Why Dear Abby Got it So Wrong.” In this episode, Jillian and Erin are diving into the realm of library etiquette and why it’s essential in fostering a positive reading environment. Libraries are sanctuaries for book lovers and many others within our communities, and understanding proper etiquette ensures that everyone can enjoy their time there to the fullest. However, sometimes people can take that etiquette ...
Mar 25, 2024•55 min
Hello, hi, and welcome to Medium Lady Reads this is episode 16, “Romanticize your reading with a seasonal TBR.” In this episode, Jillian and Erin are sharing are exploring how readers (them included) embrace the season and curate their reading lists according to that season. Be sure to tag them ( @jillianfindinghappy and @medium.lady ) on Instagram, and share whether you’re a seasonal reader or not. In This Episode: The ladies start with a check-in to see how their reading is going. Erin and Jil...
Mar 11, 2024•30 min
Hello, hi, and welcome to Medium Lady Reads this is episode 15, “Our Last Three Reads - Winter 2024.” In this episode, Jillian and Erin are sharing their last three reads from the past few months - and while it’s tempting they both stay true to listing the actual three books they’ve read and hopefully they’re able to appeal to their listeners wide and varied tastes. Be sure to tag them ( @jillianfindinghappy and @medium.lady ) on Instagram, and share your last three reads with them. In this Epis...
Feb 12, 2024•41 min
