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Book Club Episode: The Blue Castle by L.M. Montgomery (opens the original)
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This week, we’re stepping outside the familiar world of Anne Shirley and into one of L.M. Montgomery’s lesser-known novels, The Blue Castle . We’re talking about Valancy Stirling, a quiet woman who has spent her life following everyone else’s rules—until a startling diagnosis inspires her to finally take control of her own story. We’ll discuss Valancy’s transformation, the unexpected romance at the heart of the novel, Montgomery’s exploration of family expectations and societal conventions, and
Forgotten Women in History: The Books of Marie Benedict (opens the original)
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What if the women history forgot were actually the women who changed everything? In this episode we’re diving into the fascinating historical fiction of Marie Benedict. Known for bringing remarkable women from history out of the shadows, Benedict’s novels explore the lives, relationships, struggles, and accomplishments of women whose stories deserve a closer look. We’ll talk about some of our favorite Marie Benedict books, the historical figures she brings to life, and what we love (and sometime
Our Favorite Childhood Read Revisited (opens the original)
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What books made you fall in love with reading? In this episode, we’re taking a trip down memory lane and revisiting some of our favorite childhood reads! We’ll talk about the stories we loved, the characters we still remember, and what happens when we return to those beloved books years later. Do they still hold up? Do we see them differently as adults? And which childhood favorites have earned a permanent place on our bookshelves? Join us for a nostalgic conversation about the books that helped
Armchair Travel: Reading Our Way Around the World (opens the original)
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Pack your bags—but keep your feet up! In this episode we’re going on an armchair adventure through the pages of our favorite books. We’re talking about stories set in places we’d love to visit, from charming towns and historic cities to faraway destinations that make us want to book a ticket immediately. Come along as we share the books that have fueled our travel dreams, the places they’ve brought to life for us, and why sometimes the best way to explore a new destination is from the comfort of
Our Picks from New Book Tuesday Posts Summer Edition (opens the original)
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Titles mentioned in this episode: Dept. Q:The Keeper of Lost Causes by Jussi Adler-Olsen The Pirate Queen by Ariel Lawhon The Personal Librarian by Marie Benedict The Calamity Club by Kathryn Stockett Daughter of Egypty by Marie Benedict The Italian Correspondet by Belinda Alexandra Self-Help from the Middle Ages by Peter Jones A Founding Mother by Stephanie Dray & Laura Kamoie My Dear Hamilton by Stephanie Dray America's First Daughter by Stephanie Dray The Secret Lives of Murderers Wives by El
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