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The Reader"s Couch

A book podcast where you will discover new books and get reading tips, but we also talk about lifestyle, wellness, and self-care. So let"s learn something new, feel encouraged and inspired, and have fun!

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Ep. 237 The Christmas Cookie Wars by Eliza Evans

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2024/11/28

This story is as sweet as a warm batch of cookies fresh from the oven! In this episode, Eliza Evans joins me on the couch to talk about her new book, The Christmas Cookie Wars. We talk about her heartwarming story about a widowed mom, Melody, and her twin boys who try to keep their Christmas spirit alive through a school cookie contest. And how Melody's clash with the principal, Jonathan, adds a fun dynamic.We also talk about Eliza's inspiration from a real town's cookie festival, the importance

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Ep. 236 Kiss Me at Christmas by Jenny Bayliss

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2024/11/25

Get all the nostalgia of a classic holiday romance with a heartfelt touch! In this episode, Jenny Bayliss joins me on the couch to talk about her new book, Kiss Me at Christmas. We talk about our protagonist, Harriet, an almost-empty-nester dealing with her daughter's extended holiday trip, a drunken one-night stand, and a rundown theater where she organizes a Christmas play with her students to appease a clever theater owner.Bayliss shares insights into her characters, the inspiration behind her

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Ep. 235 A Home for the Holidays by Taylor Hahn

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2024/11/21

For anyone longing for a sense of home or wanting to be reminded, this story feels like coming in from the cold to a place that feels just right. In this episode, Taylor Hahn joins me on the couch to talk about her new book, A Home for the Holidays. Taylor shares more about the book's premise, which involves a wedding singer named Mel dealing with her mother's unexpected death before Christmas and uncovering past secrets. The conversation covers grief, complicated mother-daughter relationships,

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Ep. 234 The Hitchcock Hotel by Stephanie Wrobel

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2024/11/18

For those drawn to mysteries with a hint of nostalgia! In the novel, we meet Alfred Smettle and his old college friends, who gather in his Hitchcock-themed hotel to resolve past conflicts. Stephanie shares how each character was developed based on one of the Seven Deadly Sins and how psychological thriller elements merge with a classic murder mystery to keep readers engaged.Stephanie also touches upon her previous novels, Darling Rose Gold and This Might Hurt, and hints at her next project. The

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Ep. 233 An Academy for Liars by Alexis Henderson

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2024/11/14

Escape into a fantasy that weaves together mystery, self-discovery, and the thrill of finding a place where you truly belong. In this episode, Alexis Henderson joins me on the couch to talk about her new book, An Academy for Liars. We talk about how the setting of Savannah, Georgia, influences the story, the complex character of Lennon, and her interactions with Dante.Alexis also shares insights on her previous books like 'House of Hunger' and 'The Year of Witching,' and discusses her love for the

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Ep. 232 Best Hex Ever by Nadia El-Fassi

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2024/11/11

This is for those days when you need a little magic to remind you of life’s joys! In this episode, Nadia El-Fassi joins me on the couch to talk about her new book, Best Hex Ever. Set in London, the story features Dina, a kitchen witch cursed to harm anyone who loves her, and Scott, a museum curator fresh off a breakup. They are thrown together as a bridesmaid and best man in the same wedding, leading to magical, romantic escapades.Nadia shares the inspiration behind the characters, her mixed

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Ep. 231 The Village Library Demon-Hunting Society by...

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2024/11/07

Get wrapped up in the comfort of small-town charm with a touch of the supernatural. In this episode, C.M. Waggoner joins me on the couch to talk about her new book, The Village Library Demon Hunting Society. Caitlin shares her inspiration behind the novel, citing influences like 'Murder, She Wrote' during the pandemic. We talk about our protagonist, Sherry, her possessed cat, Lord Thomas Cromwell, and how her boyfriend's death propels her deeper into mystery-solving.Tune in for a fun, engaging

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Ep. 230 Bad Witches by Heather Akumiah

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2024/11/04

What if you discovered you were a witch on your birthday? In this episode, Heather Akumiah joins me on the couch to talk about her new book Bad Witches. We discuss the novel's plot involving three black girls in New York who find out they're witches and that the witch universe is in crisis. Heather shares her inspiration behind the story and her journey from wanting to create a web series to writing a novel. They also touch on her favorite characters and what readers can expect.Tune in for an

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Ep. 229 Haunt Sweet Home by Sarah Pinsker

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2024/10/30

When a reality TV homemaker over show meets ghost hunting and hauntings! In this episode, Sarah Pinsker joins me on the couch to talk about her new book, Haunt Sweet Home. Discover how she blends house makeovers and ghost hunting in this unique story, her thoughts on reality TV, and the inspiration behind her novel.If you're looking for a quick, atmospheric read for fall, this episode is a must-listen!

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Ep. 228 Nightmare of a Trip Maureen Kilmer

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2024/10/29

Nightmare of a Trip follows the Somerset family’s haunted road trip from Milwaukee to a theme park in Orlando. Maureen shares more about the book, and her own family road trips and all the enduring memories formed through such journeys. She also discusses her previous works, 'Suburban Hell' and 'Hex Education,' highlighting the mix of suburban life and supernatural elements.

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Ep. 225 A Talent for Murder by Peter Swanson

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2024/09/23

Send me a text messageA Talent for Murder follows Martha, a newly married librarian who suspects her husband Alan, a traveling salesman, might be involved in a series of murders. Martha enlists the help of her old friend Lily to investigate Alan's activities, which uncovers other mysterious individuals tracking him. In this episode, we also discuss some of Peter Swanson's other works and classic mystery authors, such as Patricia Highsmith and Agatha Christie. Peter also shares ins...

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Ep. 224 The Blackhouse by Carole Johnstone

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2024/09/16

Send me a text messageThe Blackhouse unfolds on a remote Scottish island, and it integrates two narratives: a man grappling with past actions and a bipolar woman investigating a historical murder. The novel combines supernatural elements, suspense, and deep character studies. Carol shares insights on the eerie setting of the Outer Hebrides, her inspirations, and the process of writing complex, multi-faceted characters. She also touches on her journey as an author, her past w...

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Ep. 223 Love Letters to a Serial Killer by Tasha Coryell

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2024/09/09

Send me a text messageLove Letters to a Serial Killer by Tasha Coryell centers on Hannah, a young woman obsessed with a true-crime case in Atlanta after a breakup, who starts writing to the suspect, leading to an unexpected romance. The discussion also touches on the phenomenon of women falling in love with real-life serial killers and explores themes of modern dating and millennial struggles. Additionally, Tasha shares her reading preferences and inspirations for the book, giving...

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Ep. 222 Begin Again by Helly Acton

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2024/09/02

Send me a text messageBegin Again follows Frankie McKenzie, who, after a freak accident, finds herself in an otherworldly Station where she can revisit key moments in her past to explore alternate life paths. Victoria and Heli discuss the book's themes, the inspiration behind the Station, and the idea of life's pivotal crossroads. They also play a fun time travel game and delve into Heli's previous works, 'The Shelf' and 'The Couple.' Heli shares her writing journey, advice for her younger se...

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Ep. 221 Tell Me Who You Are by Louisa Luna

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2024/08/26

Send me a text messageTell Me Who You Are is a gripping psychological thriller where Brooklyn psychiatrist Dr. Caroline Strange's life unravels after a patient, Nelson Schack, confesses plans to kill someone and claims to know her true identity. When detectives investigate a missing woman, Dr. Caroline becomes the prime suspect. Determined to prove her innocence, she pursues Nelson, confronting a past she's long tried to escape. Louisa Luna joins me on the couch to talk more about...

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Ep. 220 Finding Margaret Fuller by Allison Pataki

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2024/08/22

Send me a text messageFinding Margaret Fuller is a fictionalized account of 19th-century feminist Margaret Fuller's life, including her influential relationships, work in women's rights, and role as the first female foreign correspondent for the New York Tribune. Despite being a mentor to significant figures like Elizabeth Cady Stanton and Louisa May Alcott, Fuller remains an unsung heroine. Alison shares the process of discovering and writing about Fuller, and they discuss her profound impac...

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Ep. 219 Happily Never After by Lynn Painter

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2024/08/19

Send me a text messageWedding objections are a thing! In this episode, I'm joined by author Lynn Painter to talk about her novel "Happily Never After." The story follows Sophie Steinbeck, a bride-to-be who hires a professional wedding objector named Max Parks to call off her wedding after discovering her fiancé's infidelity. We then see Sophie getting interested in Max's job, and they team up to disrupt nuptials. But Sophie and Max have a bond and share undeniable chem...

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Ep. 218 The School by the Sea by Jenny Colgan

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2024/08/14

Send me a text messageThis semester, let's go to a quaint English boarding school by the sea! Author Jenny Colgan joins me to talk about her series "The School by the Sea" which explores life at Downey House, an English boarding school. Book one, 'Welcome to the School by the Sea,' introduces new teacher Maggie and her journey from Glasgow to the posh Downey House, as well as her interactions with students Fliss, Alice, and Simone. Book two, 'Rules at the School by the Sea,'...

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Ep. 217 The Stardust Grail by Yume Kitasei

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2024/08/07

Send me a text messageCan a retired art thief help her alien friend Auncle's dwindling race? The Stardust Grail follows Maya, a Princeton graduate student who uncovers a clue to an ancient grail that could save her alien friend Uncle's race. Despite a disastrous previous heist, Maya joins Uncle on an interstellar adventure, racing against Earth's military and other groups to secure the grail. Along the way, they navigate complex moral and cultural dilemmas while exploring di...

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Ep. 216 The Memo by Lauren Mechling and Rachel Dodes

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2024/08/05

Send me a text messageHave you ever felt like everyone else got "the memo" but you? Well, that's precisely how 35-year-old Jenny Green feels, and as a result, she's not looking forward to her upcoming college reunion. She reluctantly attends, and while there, she sees an old career counselor who provides her with a magical memo. This memo offers Jenny the chance to travel back to crucial moments in her life, allowing her to alter her past decisions and potentially change her...

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