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The Backpacker's Book ClubIn Conversation With: V. A. RudysHello and welcome to our first guest: V. A. Rudys. Cam and I had the best time talking to this author and about his debut novel 'My Wife Jodie'. We talked about all things reading (obviously), writing (duh), and how dyslexia has played a part in his journey. Cam also attempted to get a film role and Syd tried to explain why timezones make absolutely no sense. Hosted by: @camalam_reads @itsjustbethg and @agooddayto_read, three best friends reading their way through their bookcases.This month the organisation we are bringing attention to is Diabetes UK (https://www.diabetes.org.uk...
2022-06-0551 min
The Backpacker's Book ClubChapter 8: Malibu RisingHello it's Beth and Syd! AND WELCOME TO MALIBU.Or welcome to Beth and Syd's Agony Aunt Corner, where we talk about everything from dream proposals to best friends having your ex's baby. In April we read Taylor Jenkins Reid's 'Malibu Rising', if you couldn't guess from those topics...It's getting a bit more serious in May, the book announcement as always is at the end of the podcast episode.Hosted by: @camalam_reads @itsjustbethg and @agooddayto_read, three best friends reading their way through their bookcases.This month the organisation...
2022-04-2852 min
The Backpacker's Book ClubChapter 7: The Invisible Life of Addie LaRueHello it's us again! I know two in one month - you lucky things. In March we read/devoured V. E. Schwab's The Invisible Life of Addie LaRue. So come and talk freckles, morally grey characters, and Sydney's ability to cry at books in 2022. We hear Malibu is on fire - or perhaps it is simply the gossip. I guess we will find out with you when we announce the April Book-of-the-Month pick! Stick around for the end of the podcast to hear about this.As Beth mentioned in the podcast here is the link f...
2022-03-3051 min
The Backpacker's Book ClubChapter 6: The Falling in Love MontageOk so we know we are very late... but Happy Valentines Day! We introduce some new sections in this podcast! We talk about rom-coms, Ciara Smith's The Falling in Love Montage, and Beth's next date. Welcome back to our witty ramblings and the first time we have all recorded together this year. You may have to turn your volume up for this month as it seems we were trying to whisper sweet nothings in your ears - you are so welcome.March's read is well and truly finished for all of us so if you r...
2022-03-2439 min
The Backpacker's Book ClubOff-Topic: International Women's DayHappy International Women's Day! You may not have heard from us yet this month (we miss you!) but we wanted to wish all the ladies out there a Happy International Women's Day.Syd talks to you about #breakingthebias and gives you some book recommendations written by women about women. Talking about diverse stories and books that talk about real and current topics. Cam pops in to recommend a book whilst on holiday skiing. And Beth is learning her lines for the opening night of one of her plays, break a leg Beth!*As a content w...
2022-03-0817 min
The Backpacker's Book ClubChapter 5: ACOTARThe first read of 2022 is here! And yes it is fairy smut in its finest form. Of course we read ACOTAR and safe to say that this is an episode of us dedicating our souls to Sarah J. Maas. Listen to us fall in love with Rhysand, talk about other 5 star reads, and get Amy to guess the riddle. We are ready for the month of love next month with our read, make sure to listen out for it at the end of the podcast! Hosted by: @camalam_reads @itsjustbethg and @agooddayto_read thre...
2022-02-0149 min
The Backpacker's Book ClubPostcard: Val D’IsereHi all, it’s Cam here, reporting from snowy France! I’m sending my postcard from the French Alps where I talk about the snow (lots of it but never too much), anniversaries (6 years), clubbing (with old men) and good food (exceptionally so).Hosted by: @camalam_reads @itsjustbethg and @agooddayto_read, three best friends reading their way through their bookcases.This month the organisation we are bringing attention to is Crisis (https://www.crisis.org.uk/get-involved/donate-to-crisis-at-christmas/), the national charity for homeless people.They help with helping people off the streets, finding a home, getting new skills and finding a jo...
2022-01-1706 min
The Backpacker's Book ClubOff-Topic: New Years ReunionsHappy New Year you beautiful souls! We have reunited and exchanged gifts for Christmas, had a little chat, sang a few songs, and let food get the better of us! Welcome 2022, what a year it's going to be!Hosted by: @camalam_reads @itsjustbethg and @agooddayto_read three best friends reading their way through their bookcases.This month the organisation we are bringing attention to is Crisis (https://www.crisis.org.uk/get-involved/donate-to-crisis-at-christmas/), the national charity for homeless people.They help with helping people off the streets, finding a home, getting n...
2022-01-1019 min
The Backpacker's Book ClubChapter 4: The Christmas ChoiceIt's Christmas time! Or it was Christmas time. And we made some choices this month. Beth chose the equivalent of a Hallmark Christmas movie. Cam went down the colours of Christmas route.Syd went for a good ol'Christmas story retelling.January's read is (secretly) revealed at the end of the episode - and it's about to get a bit Tinker Bell in here. But maybe the adult version.Hosted by: @camalam_reads @itsjustbethg and @agooddayto_read three best friends reading their way through their bookcases.This month th...
2022-01-0544 min
The Backpacker's Book ClubChapter 3: Memoirs of a GeishaIt's just two backpackers this month as we talk about Arthur Golden's Memoirs of a Geisha! We find out our Japanese element, shoutout some special people and hate on Hatsumomo.Tune in to hear the book that we have chosen for December - tis the season everyone to be jolly!Hosted by: @camalam_reads @itsjustbethg and @agooddayto_read, three best friends reading their way through their bookcases.This month the organisation we are bringing attention to is Diabetes UK (https://www.diabetes.org.uk/). Something very dear to all of our lives as...
2021-12-0127 min
The Backpacker's Book ClubOff-Topic: Syd's Caramel CatastropheHi all. It's Syd here. I'm taking over today to bring you on a cooking journey. Making caramel (badly), baking some cakes (questionably), and not having enough ingredients (annoyingly). Hosted by: @camalam_reads @itsjustbethg and @agooddayto_read, three best friends reading their way through their bookcases.This month the organisation we are bringing attention to is the Samaritans (https://www.samaritans.org/), a charity that provides all forms of emotional support to absolutely anyone who might need it in Great Britain and Ireland.Syd is taking part in their Jog 30k in November i...
2021-11-0713 min
The Backpacker's Book ClubChapter 2: Mexican GothicFollow along as we talk about our spooky season read - Mexican Gothic. Discussing romance in books, Halloween costumes and Beth's next-door neighbour.*As a content warning we do discuss sexual harassment in this episode, please reach out and get help if you need it. You can phone 0808 168 9111 or 0808 800 5008 in the UK, and most importantly know that you're not alone.*Tune in to hear the book that we have chosen for November - backpacks packed and ready to go!Hosted by: @camalam_reads @itsjustbethg and @agooddayto_read, three best friends reading their way...
2021-11-0132 min
The Backpacker's Book ClubChapter 1: Fifty Shades of GreyFollow along as we talk about our first read - Fifty Shades of Grey. The second-hand embarrassment, the characters, the plot and of course Christian Grey.*As a content warning we do discuss sexual harassment in this episode, please reach out and get help if you need it. You can phone 0808 168 9111 or 0808 800 5008 in the UK, and most importantly know that you're not alone.*Tune in to hear the book that we have chosen for October - spooky season is truly here!Hosted by: @camalam_reads @itsjustbethg and @agooddayto_read three best friends reading...
2021-10-0131 min
The Backpacker's Book ClubPrologue: Introduction to the BackpackersWelcome to our podcast, and the very first episode! Meet us, your book club hosts: @camalam_reads @itsjustbethg and @agooddayto_read This episode explains how everything is going to work, the episodes and when to look out for them. Tune in to also hear which book we will be reading for the month of September - it's going to be an interesting one!
2021-08-3114 min