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Shmindle Shmumlimited31: Here for the CakeIn this week's episode, Lauren, Steph, and Amity read Jennifer Millikin's Here for the Cake - a perfect summer read! A beautiful beach, acai bowls, forced proximity, and fake dating - what else could you want??!! The crew also discusses how a reading funk should impact a review, some current reads, and call back to an episode from last summer. Listen now for all the fun!#bookstagram #books #booklover #reading #bookstagrammer #bookaddict #bookreview #readersofinstagram #booknerd #read #bookcommunity #bookblogger #booksofinstagram #booklovers #instabook #reader #bookaholic #bookclub #kindleunlimitedbooks #kindlebooks #podcast #podcasting #podcastersofinstagram #amazonprime #newepisode #applepodcasts #podcasters #applepodcast #newpodcast #spotifypodcast2025-07-1744 min
Shmindle Shmumlimited30: Rewind It BackThis week on Shmindle Shmumlimited the ladies read Rewind It Back by Liz Tomforde. Trying something different - this is the final book in the series of standalone but interconnected series. The crew also discussed other things they are reading right now, detailed one host's reading slump, and another's repeated adventure at another fun, festive, Bridgerton book club! Listen to hear thoughts on the entire series and the typical raves, rants, and rating of the crew!#bookstagram #books #booklover #reading #bookstagrammer #bookaddict #bookreview #readersofinstagram #booknerd #read #bookcommunity #bookblogger #booksofinstagram #booklovers #instabook #reader #bookaholic #bookclub #kindleunlimitedbooks #kindlebooks #podcast #po...2025-06-2654 min
Shmindle Shmumlimited29: MeritBack to basics for Episode 29! A sports romance featuring a football player, a volleyball player, and some family drama was right up our alley in the book Merit by Denver Perry, a standalone book in the Treasure State Wildcats series. Listen to find out what plot points we loved, what gave us the ick, and what series we are still reading. #bookstagram #books #booklover #reading #bookstagrammer #bookaddict #bookreview #readersofinstagram #booknerd #read #bookcommunity #bookblogger #booksofinstagram #booklovers #instabook #reader #bookaholic #bookclub #kindleunlimitedbooks #kindlebooks #podcast #podcasting #podcastersofinstagram #amazonprime #newepisode #applepodcasts #podcasters #applepodcast #newpodcast #spotifypodcast2025-06-0637 min
Shmindle Shmumlimited28: My Oxford YearSoon to be a Netflix Movie, for Episode 28 the ladies of Shmindle Shmumlimited read My Oxford Year by Julia Whelen. Amity, Lauren, and Stephanie share their thoughts on this book, a few other movie or film adaptations, and make plans to watch the movie via Zoom when it comes out later this summer. Let us know on Social Media if you want to join us for a watch party! #bookstagram #books #booklover #reading #bookstagrammer #bookaddict #bookreview #readersofinstagram #booknerd #read #bookcommunity #bookblogger #booksofinstagram #booklovers #instabook #reader #bookaholic #bookclub #kindleunlimitedbooks #kindlebooks #podcast #podcasting #podcastersofinstagram #amazonprime #newepisode #applepodcasts #podcasters #applepodcast #n...2025-05-3046 min
Shmindle Shmumlimited27: The SerendipityThis episode has a bit of everything - billionaire discussionss, dessert cravings, marsupial googles, and a book review! For episode 27 Amity, Steph, and Lauren review the book The Serendipity by Emma St Clair. This is book one in a really cool conceptual series - same setting with eight different authors. Listen to find out what the ladies thought of this book, the concept of the series, and whether they are going to keep reading. #bookstagram #books #booklover #reading #bookstagrammer #bookaddict #bookreview #readersofinstagram #booknerd #read #bookcommunity #bookblogger #booksofinstagram #booklovers #instabook #reader #bookaholic #bookclub #kindleunlimitedbooks #kindlebooks #podcast #podcasting #podcastersofinstagram #a...2025-05-0732 min
Shmindle Shmumlimited26: Story of My Life by Lucy ScoreFor Episode 26 Lauren, Steph, and Amity read Story of My Life by Lucy Score. We've been longtime fans of Lucy Score and have read a number of her books available on KU. However, this episode starts off with a few of the ladies sharing about books they read that... shhhh.... aren't on Kindle Unlimited. They then move into the recap and discussion of Story of My Life. They had some pretty strong reactions - listen to the episode to hear their thoughts!#bookstagram #books #booklover #reading #bookstagrammer #bookaddict #bookreview #readersofinstagram #booknerd #read #bookcommunity #bookblogger #booksofinstagram #booklovers #instabook...2025-04-2947 min
Shmindle Shmumlimited25: Doc Hollywood by Quinn HartOn this episode of Shmindle Shmumlimited, Lauren, Steph, and Amity review the rom-com Doc Hollywood by Quinn Hart. This seemingly light-hearted book had some deeper aspects and great character development, and of course some laughs! Listen to hear us chat about this book and start inventing potential follow up plots for additional books in the series! #bookstagram #books #booklover #reading #bookstagrammer #bookaddict #bookreview #readersofinstagram #booknerd #read #bookcommunity #bookblogger #booksofinstagram #booklovers #instabook #reader #bookaholic #bookclub #kindleunlimitedbooks #kindlebooks #podcast #podcasting #podcastersofinstagram #amazonprime #newepisode #applepodcasts #podcasters #applepodcast #newpodcast #spotifypodcast2025-04-0937 min
Shmindle Shmumlimited24: Binding 13 by Chloe WalshJust in time for St Patrick's Day - the ladies of Shmindle Shmumlimited read Binding 13 by Chloe Walsh - book 1 of the Boys of Tommen series set in Ireland. Listen to find out if it was Steph, Amity, or Lauren that rated this book an almost perfect score! The mix of YA, a sports romance, and some phenomenal character development made this book one we enjoyed chatting about. #bookstagram #books #booklover #reading #bookstagrammer #bookaddict #bookreview #readersofinstagram #booknerd #read #bookcommunity #bookblogger #booksofinstagram #booklovers #instabook #reader #bookaholic #bookclub #kindleunlimitedbooks #kindlebooks #podcast #podcasting #podcastersofinstagram #amazonprime #newepisode #applepodcasts #podcasters #applepodcast #newpodcast #s...2025-03-241h 02
Shmindle Shmumlimited23: Assistant to the Villain by Hannah Nicole MaehrerOne of our highest rated books EVER! Assistant to the Villain by Hannah Nicole Maehrer had rave reviews from Shmindle Shmumlimited. Listen to hear Amity, Lauren, and Steph chat about this YA Fantasy with mild romance. The episode opens with the ladies chatting about what they are consuming recently - including both some books and TV shows! #bookstagram #books #booklover #reading #bookstagrammer #bookaddict #bookreview #readersofinstagram #booknerd #read #bookcommunity #bookblogger #booksofinstagram #booklovers #instabook #reader #bookaholic #bookclub #kindleunlimitedbooks #kindlebooks #podcast #podcasting #podcastersofinstagram #amazonprime #newepisode #applepodcasts #podcasters #applepodcast #newpodcast #spotifypodcast2025-03-0949 min
Shmindle Shmumlimited22: The Housemaid by Freida McFaddenWhat type of book says February like a thriller??!! The ladies of Shmindle Shmumlimited read The Housemaid - the first in a series by Freida McFadden. This book was a #BookTok suggestion - and did it live up to its hype? Listen to find out how the group handled this genre and more! #bookstagram #books #booklover #reading #bookstagrammer #bookaddict #bookreview #readersofinstagram #booknerd #read #bookcommunity #bookblogger #booksofinstagram #booklovers #instabook #reader #bookaholic #bookclub #kindleunlimitedbooks #kindlebooks #podcast #podcasting #podcastersofinstagram #amazonprime #newepisode #applepodcasts #podcasters #applepodcast #newpodcast #spotifypodcast2025-02-2446 min
Shmindle ShmumlimitedBONUS: Onyx Storm ReactionsWe’ve never done a special episode before, but a special series like this requires one! Amity, Lauren, and Steph of Shmindle Shmumlimited share their reactions to the newest release in the Empyrean Series - Onyx Storm by Rebecca Yarros! Books 1 and 2 in the series, Fourth Wing and Iron Flame, are available on Kindle Unlimited, and we imagine Onyx Storm might make its way there eventually. This episode features the voice of podcast listener and fellow Empyrean Series super-fan, Kelda! The crew shares their thoughts regarding impactful series like this, such as Harry Potter, and they get into some pr...2025-02-1051 min
Shmindle Shmumlimited21: The Deal by Elle KennedyWhat's the deal with The Deal? Jk. For episode 21, the ladies of Shmindle Shmumlimited shared their thoughts on the book The Deal by Elle Kennedy. This book is a hockey romance, and has been optioned by Amazon Prime to be a future TV series! Lauren, Steph, and Amity also chat about how they can fit reading in during especially busy seasons, including while on their Pelotons. Other current books read include: The Neighbor War by friend of the pod Katie Bailey - which Amity recommends!The Empyrean Series by Rebecca Yarros #boo...2025-02-0253 min
Shmindle Shmumlimited20: My Best Bet by SC KateFor the second book of the year Steph, Lauren, and Amity of Shmindle Shmumlimited read My Best Bet by SC Kate. A back to their roots hockey romance, the crew all read this book very quickly! The episode begins with some reflection on 2024 reading (one member read more books last year than the other two combined!) and setting goals for 2025. Do you think they'll make their goals? Let us know!#bookstagram #books #booklover #reading #bookstagrammer #bookaddict #bookreview #readersofinstagram #booknerd #read #bookcommunity #bookblogger #booksofinstagram #booklovers #instabook #reader #bookaholic #bookclub #kindleunlimitedbooks #kindlebooks #podcast #podcasting #podcastersofinstagram #amazonprime #newepisode #applepodcasts #podcasters...2025-01-1945 min
Shmindle Shmumlimited19: The Lost Bookshop by Evie WoodsWelcome to 2025! For the first episode of this calendar year the ladies of Shmindle Shmumlimited are back chatting about the book The Lost Bookshop - a book with over 100k reviews and over 4 stars! But do they agree? Listen to find out! As always, Lauren, Steph, and Amity also share what they are currently reading and then spend a bit of time sharing a bit about their goals for the new year. #bookstagram #books #booklover #reading #bookstagrammer #bookaddict #bookreview #readersofinstagram #booknerd #read #bookcommunity #bookblogger #booksofinstagram #booklovers #instabook #reader #bookaholic #bookclub #kindleunlimitedbooks #kindlebooks #podcast #podcasting #podcastersofinstagram #amazonprime #newepisode #a...2025-01-051h 03
Shmindle Shmumlimited18: Snow Stuck by Elle RiversAnother seasonal book for Amity, Lauren, and Steph of Shmindle Shmumlimited - Snow Stuck by Elle Rivers has the trio again trying to process the protective older brother trope and enjoying meddling grandmas. The girls also try their hands at being the male characters in a graphic audio book and do a lot of impersonations in this episode. Plus discuss how to stay warm during winter power outages. It is a bit chaotic, but tis the season! #bookstagram #books #booklover #reading #bookstagrammer #bookaddict #bookreview #readersofinstagram #booknerd #read #bookcommunity #bookblogger #booksofinstagram #booklovers #instabook #reader #bookaholic #bookclub #kindleunlimitedbooks #kindlebooks #p...2024-12-1545 min
Shmindle Shmumlimited17: Holiday Hostilities by Katie BaileyHave you ever been reading a hilarious book and wished you got to ask the author what inspired such funny scenes? For Episode 17 of Shmindle Shmumlimited Steph, Lauren, and Amity got to talk to author Katie Bailey about her newest release, Holiday Hostilities! Listen to this episode to hear more about this new, festive holiday rom-com. Oh and did we mention it is an enemies to lovers hockey romance, too? Thank you so much to Katie for taking the time to chat with us!#bookstagram #books #booklover #reading #bookstagrammer #bookaddict #bookreview #readersofinstagram #booknerd #read #bookcommunity #bookblogger #booksofinstagram...2024-12-011h 21
Shmindle Shmumlimited16: Wild Rose by Elsie SilverFor this episode all three co-hosts were FINALLY in the same room! That's right, Amity traveled to Florida to record this episode sitting side by side with Steph and Lauren. These book-loving pals discussed audio books, learned a bit about Canadian geography, and dove into the book Wild Rose by Elsie Silver. The hosts of Shmindle Shmumlimited shared their thoughts on this book that goes back to their Kindle Unlimited roots. #bookstagram #books #booklover #reading #bookstagrammer #bookaddict #bookreview #readersofinstagram #booknerd #read #bookcommunity #bookblogger #booksofinstagram #booklovers #instabook #reader #bookaholic #bookclub #kindleunlimitedbooks #kindlebooks #podcast #podcasting #podcastersofinstagram #amazonprime #newepisode #applepodcasts #p...2024-11-1739 min
Shmindle Shmumlimited15: When the Moon Hatched by Sarah ParkerFor the 15th Episode the ladies of Shmindle Shmumlimited read When the Moon Hatched by Sarah Parker - the first full length fantasy the crew has reviewed on the pod. Listen for their attempts at pronouncing the names, hear them (shhhhh...) weigh if there are some books that really are better on paper, and share about a fun place to get simple, quick, "laundry folding" rom coms to watch! #bookstagram #books #booklover #reading #bookstagrammer #bookaddict #bookreview #readersofinstagram #booknerd #read #bookcommunity #bookblogger #booksofinstagram #booklovers #instabook #reader #bookaholic #bookclub #kindleunlimitedbooks #kindlebooks #podcast #podcasting #podcastersofinstagram #amazonprime #newepisode #applepodcasts #podcasters #applepodcast #n...2024-11-0552 min
Shmindle Shmumlimited14: Spookily Yours by Jennifer ChipmanFor Episode 14 we read a Halloween book called Spookily Yours - a romantascy taking place in Pleasant Grove - a Witch's Coven Town near Salem. In this episode we chat about whether you'd want to be able to communicate through thinking with your partner, relate this book to a number of other fantasy series, and what they thought of this book's spicy scenes. Amity, Lauren, and Steph work together to answer questions about this fantasy world, share what animal they would turn into if they could, and rate this quick, festive Kindle Unlimited book.#bookstagram #books #booklover...2024-10-2036 min
Shmindle Shmumlimited13: New Girl in the Falls by Elle GrayFor their 13th episode the crew takes on a new genre - murder mystery! Listen to find out how the hosts feel about the genre in general, what specific scenes they remember from other stories in the genre, and where each of the hosts would go if their whole life fell apart. In this episode Amity, Lauren, and Steph recap this first book in a series that is, of course, available on Kindle Unlimited.#bookstagram #books #booklover #reading #bookstagrammer #bookaddict #bookreview #readersofinstagram #booknerd #read #bookcommunity #bookblogger #booksofinstagram #booklovers #instabook #reader #bookaholic #bookclub #kindleunlimitedbooks #kindlebooks #podcast #podcasting #podcastersofinstagram...2024-10-0634 min
Shmindle Shmumlimited12: The Bonus by T L SwanFor Episode 12 of Shmindle Shmumlimited the trio reads a brand new release by T L Swan. Amity and Lauren share about other series by Swan they have read and loved and their excitement for this book. During their conversation with Steph they explore the different tropes of this book, their feelings on it, and what they might change in the book. Tune in to hear how the girls rated the book - spoiler alert - this is one of the most extreme ratings they've ever given! #bookstagram #books #booklover #reading #bookstagrammer #bookaddict #bookreview #readersofinstagram #booknerd #read #bookcommunity #b...2024-09-2253 min
Shmindle Shmumlimited11: Playbook by Rebecca JenshakAre you ready for some football?!?!? Episode 11 is ready just in time for you to read as the NFL kicks off Week 1. Playbook by Rebecca Jenshak features an NFL rookie and the person who has his old PO Box in a meet-cute we've never read before! Tune in to listen to Steph, Lauren, and Amity talk about which NFL player they'd date, which position would be the best partner, their thoughts on co-ed bachelor/bachelorette parties, and to find out how often people hook up in mattress stores. #bookstagram #books #booklover #reading #bookstagrammer #bookaddict #bookreview #readersofinstagram #booknerd #r...2024-09-0855 min
Shmindle Shmumlimited10: Off the Hook by Julie OliviaIn their 10th episode, the gals of Shmindle Shmumlimited review Off the Hook by Julie Olivia. This book is inspired by the story of Peter Pan! Listen for their thoughts on contraception dialogue, their thoughts on guilty pleasures, and to hear about another cleverly named dog! #bookstagram #books #booklover #reading #bookstagrammer #bookaddict #bookreview #readersofinstagram #booknerd #read #bookcommunity #bookblogger #booksofinstagram #booklovers #instabook #reader #bookaholic #bookclub #kindleunlimitedbooks #kindlebooks #podcast #podcasting #podcastersofinstagram #amazonprime #newepisode #applepodcasts #podcasters #applepodcast #newpodcast #spotifypodcast2024-09-0545 min
Shmindle Shmumlimited9: The Reason I Married Him by Meghan QuinnFor Episode 9 on Shmindle Shmumlimited Amity, Lauren, and Steph recap the book The Reason I Married Him by Meghan Quinn - an author with many books on Kindle Unlimited. Tune into this episode to hear about this fun easy read featuring a small town, a farm, and basically every trope plus hear which of the hosts and her partner switches sides of the bed sometimes plus which food each host would make out with!#bookstagram #books #booklover #reading #bookstagrammer #bookaddict #bookreview #readersofinstagram #booknerd #read #bookcommunity #bookblogger #booksofinstagram #booklovers #instabook #reader #bookaholic #bookclub #kindleunlimitedbooks #kindlebooks #podcast #podcasting #podcastersofinstagram...2024-08-111h 04
Shmindle Shmumlimited8: Gold Winning by Mare MontagueThe ladies of Shmindle Shmumlimited are reading to theme for this one - with the theme being the 2024 Summer Olympic Games in Paris! Gold Winning by Mare Montague features athletes with an adorable meet-cute upon their arrival as competitors in the games. Steph, Lauren, and Amity share their thoughts on the story's progression, their love for the olympics, and which sport they think they would compete in if they could get to the games. Listen to hear about this adorable love story and get excited to cheer on Team USA in the Paris Olympics!#bookstagram #books #booklover...2024-07-2847 min
Shmindle Shmumlimited7: The Summer of Broken Rules by K L WaltherThe Summer of Broken Rules by K.L. Walther is Shmindle Shmumlimited's book of choice for Episode 7. The first episode where the trio is recording from two different locations after Amity's move. Steph, Lauren, and Amity discuss what they are currently reading, watching, including a book by Meghan Quinn, another author popular on Kindle Unlimited. As they discuss The Summer of Broken Rules the girls express if they feel this book is actually miscategorized as a billionaire romance because of the setting as well as one host's experience playing the game Assassins - which is a huge plot point...2024-07-1441 min
Shmindle Shmumlimited6: The 100 Years of Lenni and Margot by Marianne CroninIn Episode 6 of Shmindle Shmumlimited Amity, Steph, and Lauren discuss a different kind of book for them - The 100 Years of Lenin and Margot by Marianne Cronin. Still available on Amazon's Kindle Unlimited platform, this book doesn't follow the typical romance or rom-com style of their normal books but does provoke a lot of thoughtful conversation. The trio ends with sharing what paintings they would add to a gallery about their lives. #bookstagram #books #booklover #reading #bookstagrammer #bookaddict #bookreview #readersofinstagram #booknerd #read #bookcommunity #bookblogger #booksofinstagram #booklovers #instabook #reader #bookaholic #bookclub #kindleunlimitedbooks #kindlebooks #podcast #podcasting #podcastersofinstagram #amazonprime #newepisode #a...2024-06-3044 min
Shmindle Shmumlimited5: Yours Truly by Abby JimenezFor our fifth episode, Amity, Lauren, and Steph discuss a book that was a re-read for Lauren, our resident nephrology expert, Yours Truly by Abby Jimenez, available on Kindle Unlimited. The girls discuss their thoughts on seasons 2 and 3 of Bridgerton versus the books and then get into a recap of the Jimenez's book. Hear Lauren easily say all of the medical terminology while Amity and Stephanie fumble through it plus we chat about our relationship to the book and its in depth view of both someone with high-functioning anxiety as well as someone who supports and loves someone with...2024-06-1653 min
Shmindle Shmumlimited4: The Quit List by Katie BaileyEpisode 4 of Shmindle Shmumlimited is full of laughs as we recap the rom-com The Quit List by Katie Bailey. Amity, Lauren, and Steph share what they are currently reading - including a discussion about the conclusion of the Zodiac Academy series (available on KU from authors Caroline Peckham and Susanne Valenti) and what series or book you would want to be able to read again for the first time. You also find out which one of our hosts is basically the same person as Holly, The Quit List's female main character and get to find out what they are...2024-06-0235 min
Shmindle Shmumlimited3: Love Redesigned by Lauren AsherIn Episode 3 Amity, Lauren, and Steph share the thoughts on Love Redesigned by Lauren Asher. With having already read multiple series by the author, listen to find out their ramblings and reviews about this book just before Book 2 in the series comes out. This episode features our first UNANIMOUS rating and we share our thoughts on long standalone books. We also discuss our thoughts on if we would go through with a wedding where the family required the type of prenup this book had and if you would go through with a surprise wedding as the bride. 2024-05-2852 min
Shmindle Shmumlimited2: The Things We Leave Unfinished by Rebecca YarrosFor Episode 2 Amity, Lauren, and Steph rate, review, and ramble about The Things We Leave Unfinished by Rebecca Yarros. Listen to find out how they connected this book with their trip to Washington DC and their visit to the National Holocaust Museum as well as to find out how they compare this book to others by the same author. 2024-05-1946 min
Shmindle Shmumlimited1: The Duet by R.S. GreyOur intro episode! Amity, Lauren, and Steph rate, review, and rant about The Duet by RS Grey. We dive a bit into who we are as readers, why we love Kindle Unlimited, and our thoughts on the book!2024-05-1027 min