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I"d Read That!

"I"d Read That!" is a biweekly show hosted by Liz and Jerry, all about their love for books. From fantasy to romance, horror to thrillers, they"ll be sharing their favorite reads and upcoming book selections. Join in on the fun as they discuss their book-related favorites and offer their thoughts and opinions on their latest reads. With their witty banter and insightful commentary, "I"d Read That!" is the perfect show for anyone who loves to read. So be sure to tune in every two weeks and enjoy some

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42:09

NWA Book Fest! | Ep 74

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2026/10/01

Welcome to a special on location episode as we visit the 2026 NWA Book Fest in Fayetteville, Arkansas. In just their fourth year, the event has grown significantly and is great event for the community. We walk the floor speaking to Board President Amelia and Media Relations and Board Member Dominique. They discuss the early days of the event and what it means to them and the community. Enjoy! NWA Book Fest Authors/Vendors Underbrush Books The Cozy Librarian Ouija & Haints by Jane Elyse S...

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Hispanic Heritage Month | Ep 73

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2026/09/17

¡Hola Amigos! In this episode we celebrate authors across the Latin American diaspora. From moving memoirs and sharp poetry to vibrant historical romances, this lineup spans roots from Mexico, El Salvador, and the Caribbean. Join us as we dive into these essential stories, unpack their themes, and share our favorite takeaways! Featured Books: Solito by Javier Zamora I Am Not Your Perfect Mexican Daughter by Erika L. Sánchez Ana María and The Fox by Liana De la Rosa Promises of Gold by José Ol...

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45:56

Reading Tips & Recs for Busy People | Ep: 72

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2026/09/03

Welcome to Season 4, Episode 1! Whether you’re running errands, tackling chores, or juggling a packed schedule, reading doesn't have to take a back seat. This week, we share our favorite tips, formats, and hacks for staying hooked on books when life gets ridiculously busy. Plus, we kick things off with a well-deserved moment of appreciation for the absolute legend and American treasure, Dolly Parton. Books For Busy People: Heartstopper Vol 1-6 by Alice Oseman How to Be Okay When Nothing is Ok...

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59:56

Weird Girl Fiction: Unhinged Reads with a Local...

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2026/07/23

What do you call fiction where women are feral, unraveling, or just delightfully off? We're calling it Weird Girl Fiction! In this episode, local independent bookseller Julia joins us to build the ultimate TBR of bizarre, unhinged, atmospheric novels. Weird Girl Books Mentioned: Big Swiss by Jen Beagin Headlights by CJ Leede Nightbitch by Rachel Yoder Blob by Maggie Su Sky Daddy by Kate Folk Standard Deviation by Katherine Heiny Hooked by Asako Yuzuki My Year of Rest and Relaxation by Ottessa...

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Cemetery Boys by Aiden Thomas: Book Club Review | Ep 70

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2026/07/09

Yadriel just wants his family's magic to recognize him as the brujo he is — instead, he summons the wrong ghost. This week: the world-building of Cemetery Boys by Aiden Thomas — traditions, family, and magic tied to gender (brujos summon, brujas heal) — plus the relationship at its heart: Yadriel and Julian. Yadriel solo quiere que la magia de su familia lo reconozca como el brujo que es — en cambio, invoca al fantasma equivocado. Esta semana: la construcción del mundo de Cemetery Boys, de Ai...

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51:50

Villain Archetypes & Enneagram in Fiction | Ep 69

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2026/06/18

What makes a villain truly unforgettable? In this episode, we explore the psychology of storytelling by mapping out the most compelling villain archetypes and character tropes in literature using the Enneagram personality framework. We break down the core fears and motivations of the nine different Enneagram types, matching them up against our favorite fictional antagonists, literary antiheroes, and specific character archetypes. Enneagram 1: Nurse Ratched (One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest) ...

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Bonus Episode: NWA Book Fest Kids!

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2026/06/17

Here's a quick bonus episode from the NWA Book Fest Kids event. We spoke with several authors about their books, their writing journeys, and what inspires them to create stories for young readers. We hope you enjoy these conversations. Junko's Climb by Elyssa Gavin Xavier's Voice by Ashley Franklin Presha's Mountain by R. A. Thapa I See Colors by Zuri Louis Benny In The Garden by Matt & Melissa Cooper Send us Fan Mail Thanks so much for listening to I’d Read That! We’d love to hear fr...

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Ep 68: Our Children's Episode!

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2026/06/11

What a joy this one was to put together. We're joined by two very special guests: award-winning author and illustrator Zeke Peña, and Ryan from Dad Suggests, a children's bookseller with an extraordinary passion for connecting kids with the right books. What we thought would be a delightful but simple conversation about picture books turned out to be something far richer; much like the best children's stories themselves, this episode has surprising depth, unexpected turns, and something genui...

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Ep 67: AAPI Month

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2026/05/29

Hey, hey! In this episode, we’re celebrating AAPI Heritage Month with a few incredible books from Asian American authors. We’re talking fantasy, thrillers, literary fiction, and horror. What can I say, we have genre types. Non-Book Things More time to enjoy - Liz Lawn is looking better - Jerry Book Things: Dear Debbie by Frieda McFadden Come Closer by Sara Gran Books Mentioned: Jade City Trilogy by Fonda Lee The Return of Ellie Black by Emiko Jean Audition by Kaite Kitamura Japanese Gothic by...

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Ep 66: Mother's Day Episode

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2026/05/14

Happy Mother's Day to all you special moms out there! Non-Book Things: Noah Kahan Hacks - Season 5 Books Mentioned: Open Throat by Henry Hoke My Husband's Wife by Alice Feeney Mother's Day Books Send us Fan Mail Thanks so much for listening to I’d Read That! We’d love to hear from you—your feedback, questions, and book suggestions help shape the show. Drop us a line anytime at idreadthat.podcast@gmail.com . Want a little more between episodes? Subscribe to our Substack for bonus thoughts,...

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Ep 65: If She Writes It, I Read It!

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2026/04/30

This episode celebrates the "auto-buy" authors; the writers whose names alone are enough to make us hit the pre-order button. Whether it’s sweeping historical drama, sharp-witted romance, or haunting atmosphere, these four authors have our full attention! Non-Book Thing Paradise Home Labbing Books Mentioned Buttermilk Graffiti by Edward Lee The God of the Woods by Liz Moore Authors We Love!! Taylor Jenkins Reid Ali Hazlewood Charlotte McConaghy Isabel Cañas Send us Fan Mail Thanks so mu...

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Ep 64: Bram Stoker Awards and the Icky Feeling

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2026/04/16

It’s a horror-heavy episode today. We’re looking at the Bram Stoker nominees, revisiting some classics from the ever-pleasant Stephen Graham Jones, and going deep on Wendy Wagner’s Girl in the Creek. That last one is for all the 'moist' fans in the audience. You're welcome! Pronounced Bram or Bram? Bram Stoker 2025 Nominees Bram Stoker 2024 Awards Show Non-Book Things: Something Very Bad Is Going to Happen Spaaaace!! - Artemis II, Project Hail Mary, First Man Books Mentioned: How to Kill a Gu...

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Ep 63: Book Club - Beautyland

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2026/04/02

It't time for another book club episode. Today we discuss the bizarre but delightful Beautyland by Marie-Helene Bertino. It's a coming of age story with a 'is this really happening' vibe throughout. Join us for the discussion. Also, Liz discusses her love affair with Below Deck. Non-Book Things: Below Deck: Down Under - Season 4 Reading the Greens: Fayetteville Public Library fundraiser Books mentioned: The Push by Ashley Audrain Check & Mate by Ali Hazlewood Beautyland by Marie-Helene ...

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Ep 62: Reader Resolutions

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2026/03/19

Set a book number goal this year and already feel behind? That goal might be working against you. In this episode, we're exploring non-numerical reading goals that are low-stress, fun, and way better at helping newer readers build a real, lasting habit. Come read with us. Non-book Favorites Survivor Season 50 NCAA March Madness Books Mentioned: Sing, Unburied, Sing by Jesmyn Ward The Wager: A Tale of Shipwreck, Mutiny and Murder by David Grann The Winners by Fredrik Backman Morning Star...

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Ep 61: 2026 Anticipated Book Releases

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2026/03/05

In this episode, we’re sharing what we’re excited to read in 2026. It’s a very normal, very balanced list; starting with the horrors of a Japanese home, sliding into the horrors of Colorado, and then skipping over to the horrors of Oakland. Ok…so we’re clearly thriving. Along with our non-book obsessions, I’m beginning to sense a theme. Join us as we preview upcoming releases that are ready to absolutely terrorize your TBR. Oh and don’t worry. We did find one non-horror book. Just two bros on...

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Ep 60: Hockey Romances! It's Heated

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2026/02/19

Hockey romance didn’t just arrive, it checked us into the boards. We’re breaking down Heated Rivalry, the rivals-to-lovers obsession on ice, and our favorite read-alikes to try next if you just can't get enough of these fire on ice passions! Non-Book Things 2026 Winter Olympics Book Things The Re-Do List by Denise Williams A Mad Called Ove by Fredrick Backman Book Club Pick Beautyland by Marie-Helene Bertino Books Mentioned Heated Rivalry by Rachel Reid Rival Darling by Alexandra Moody Grumpy...

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Ep 59: Genre Storytelling- Author Interviews w/ John...

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2026/02/06

In this absolutely special live episode, we’re joined by science fiction and fantasy author Marina Lostetter and horror and supernatural author John Hornor Jacobs. Together, we explore how genre becomes a storytelling lens and how science fiction and horror use different tools to examine fear, identity, and what it means to be human. Authors John Hornor Jacobs Marina Lostetter Books Mentioned The Revenant of Surolifia by Florence Chien The Hobbit by JRR Tolkien Hyperion by Dan Sim...

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Ep 58: The Riley Awards!!!

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2026/01/08

Did you think we were done after our Top 10? Not so fast, my friend. Some books demand special recognition, and that calls for an awards show. This episode is dedicated to our most delightfully specific favorites of the year. From dream adaptations to the questionably horny, these are the books that stood out for all the right (and very specific) reasons. Join us as we roll out the red carpet one last time for 2025 with the incredibly prestigious Riley Awards. Send us a text Thanks so much ...

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Ep 57: Our Top 10 Reads of 2025!!

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2025/12/25

It's time to wrap up 2025 with our Top 10 of 2025! We've been saying for quite some time that this has been one of our best reading years ever, and our lists reflect that. We laugh, cry, agonize over our list, so why don't you join us in the same!! Best Non-Book Things Physical: Asia Andor Season 2 Annie Bot Playlist Honorable Mentions Everything is Tuberculosis by John Green Demon Copperhead by Barbara Kingsolver The Fifth Season by NK Jemison When Women Were Dragons by Kelly Barnhill The Li...

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Ep 56: Read Your Color

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2025/12/12

In this episode, we take a look at the “Read Your Color” framework and what it says about our reading habits. We dig into how different color profiles shape the kinds of stories people connect with, why certain books grab us right away, and how knowing your color can make choosing your next read a lot easier. Non Book Thing The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives Steve Books Mentioned Our Wives Under the Sea by Julia Armfield Shy by Max Porter Read Your Color Quiz! The Fifth Season by NK Jemsi...

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