Step into Victorian London with us as we discuss The Unselected Journals of Emma M. Lion by Beth Brower. In this episode, we chat about Emma's unforgettable voice, the wonderfully eccentric residents of St. Crispian's, and why this charming series has captured the hearts of so many readers. We share our favorite characters, memorable quotes, and which of the men in her life deserve to be "the one." Pour yourself a cup of tea and join our book club conversation!

Big stories don't always require big page counts. In this episode, we each chose a short book that made a lasting impression and shared what made it memorable. From powerful characters and thought-provoking themes to unforgettable storytelling, these books prove that a great read can come in a small package. Join us as we discuss the short books that packed the biggest punch and might just earn a spot on your reading list.Titles mentioned in this episode:

And Every Morning the Way Home Gets Longer and Longer by Fredrik Backman

My Friends by Fredrik Backman

A Man Called Ove by Fredrik Backman

My Grandmother Asked Me To Tell You She's Sorry by Fredrik Backman

The Alchemist by Paulo Coelho

Tuesday's With Morrie by Mitch Albom

Man's Search For Meaning by Viktor Frankl

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Summer reading season is here! In this episode of Our Ultimate Summer Book List 2026, we each share three books we think are perfect additions to your summer reading lineup. Whether you're looking for an engaging page-turner, a thought-provoking read, or simply something fun to enjoy by the pool, we've got recommendations for a variety of readers. We also reveal one book each that we're planning to tackle this summer, giving you a glimpse into our own reading goals. Join us for plenty of book talk, recommendations, and inspiration for your best summer reading season yet!

Titles mentioned in this episode:

The Seven Sisters by Lucinda Riley

America's First Daughter by Stephanie Dray and Laura Kamoie

The Things We Cannot Say by Kelly Rimmer

The Sound of Gravel by Ruth Wariner

The Glass Castle by Jeannette Walls

Educated by Tara Westover

Tress of The Emerald Sea by Brandon Sanderson

The Princess Bride by William Goldman

Mistborn Series by Brandon Sanderson

Eligible by Curtis Sittenfeld

Last Summer Boys by Bill Rivers

Playful Parenting by Lawrence J Cohen

Garden Spells by Sarah Addison Allen

I'd Rather Be Reading by Anne Bogel

Harry Potter by JK Rowling

The Wild Robot by Peter Brown

The Forget Me Not Summer by Leila Howland

The Firefly Summer by Morgan Matson

The Queen's Gambit by Beth Brower

The Unselected Journals of Emma M Lion Beth Brower

The Summer I Turned Pretty by Jennie Han

It's Not Summer Without You by Jennie Han

We'll Always Have Summer by Jennie Han

The Serviceberry by Robin Wall Kimmerer

Adventuring Together by Greta Eskridge

It's Time to Talk to Your Kids About Porn by Greta Eskridge

The Great Gatsby by F Scott Fitzgerald

Where The Crawdads Sing by Delia Owens

Man's Search For Meaning by Viktor E Frankl

The Penderwicks by Jeanne Birdsall

Edenbrooke by Julianne Donaldson

The Killing Series by Bill O'Reilly

Killing Lincoln by Bill O'Reilly

The Light in Hidden Places by Sharon Cameron

Suite Française by Irène Némirovsky

The Blue Castle by Lucy Maud Montgomery

Big Little Lies by Liane Moriarty

The Day You Were My Husband by Rosie Walsh

The Love of My Life by Rosie Walsh

The Hotel Nantucket by Elin Hilderbrand

The Pirate Queen by Ariel Lawhon

The Astral Library Kate Quinn