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Professional Book GirlOctober Book Club and Author Interview | The Secret Book Society by Madeline MartinIt's book club day! Kayla is joined by the author of the October pick, Madeline Martin, to chat all about The Secret Book Society.This episode contains spoilers. Thank you for listening! Buy the books Kayla covered here: https://bookshop.org/shop/professionalbookgirlFollow Professional Book Girl on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/professionalbookgirl/Follow Kayla on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kayreadwhatWatch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@professionalbookgirlpod
2025-10-271h 07Professional Book GirlSeptember Book Club and Author Interview | Trading Secrets by Rachael EcklesIt's time for book club! This month I'm joined by the author of our pick, Rachael Eckles. This episode contains spoilers. Thank you for listening! Buy the books Kayla covered here: https://bookshop.org/shop/professionalbookgirlFollow Professional Book Girl on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/professionalbookgirl/Follow Kayla on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kayreadwhat/Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@professionalbookgirlpod
2025-09-2951 minProfessional Book GirlAugust Book Club and Author Interview | Too Old For This by Samantha DowningThis week Kayla is joined by the author of the August book club pick Samantha Downing!This episode contains spoilers.Thank you for listening! Buy the books Kayla covered here: https://bookshop.org/shop/professionalbookgirlFollow Professional Book Girl on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/professionalbookgirl/Follow Kayla on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kayreadwhat/Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@professionalbookgirlpod
2025-08-2543 minProfessional Book GirlJuly Book Club and Author Interview | Our Last Resort by Clemence MichallonIt's book club! This week Kayla is joined by Clemence Michallon, author of the July pick Our Last Resort.This episode contains spoilers! The August book club pick is Too Old for This by Samantha Downing. The episode will be out on 8/25.Thank you for listening! Buy the books Kayla covered here: https://bookshop.org/shop/professionalbookgirlFollow Professional Book Girl on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/professionalbookgirl/
2025-07-281h 02Professional Book GirlAuthor Interview | Laura WoodThis week Kayla is joined by Laura Wood, author of Under Your Spell and Let's Make a Scene. Listen along as they discuss Laura's latest novel, period pieces, swoony romance, and much more! Let's Make a Scene is out now! This episode is spoiler-free. The July book club pick is One Last Resort by Clemence Michallon. The episode will be out on 7/28.Buy the books Kayla covered here: https://bookshop.org/shop/professionalbookgirlFollow Professional Book Girl on Instagram...
2025-07-0755 minProfessional Book GirlJune Book Club | One Golden Summer by Carley FortuneIt's book club day! Listen along as Kayla reads One Golden Summer. This episode contains spoilers. The July book club pick is One Last Resort by Clemence Michallon. The episode will be out on 7/28.Thank you for listening! Buy the books Kayla covered here: https://bookshop.org/shop/professionalbookgirlFollow Professional Book Girl on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/professionalbookgirl/Follow Kayla on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kayreadwhat/
2025-06-3038 minProfessional Book GirlMay Book Club + Author Interview | Six Days in Bombay by Alka JoshiThis month I'm joined by Alka Joshi, author of our May book club pick, Six Days in Bombay. I loved our conversation, and learned so much from her.This episode includes spoilers for Six Days in Bombay.Thank you for listening! Buy the books Kayla covered here: https://bookshop.org/shop/professionalbookgirlFollow Professional Book Girl on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/professionalbookgirl/Follow Kayla on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kayreadwhat/
2025-05-261h 03Professional Book Girl"Everyone, I have an announcement." - Glinda the Good Witch and Me.Thank you for listening and understanding! The May book club pick is Six Days in Bombay by Alka Joshi. The episode will be out on 5/26.Buy the books Kayla covered here: https://bookshop.org/shop/professionalbookgirlFollow Professional Book Girl on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/professionalbookgirl/Follow Kayla on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kayreadwhat/Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@professionalbookgirlpod
2025-05-1206 minProfessional Book GirlApril Book Club | Harriet Tubman Live in Concert by Bob the Drag QueenIt's book club! This month, Kayla recorded the episode as she read Harriet Tubman Live in Concert by Bob the Drag Queen. This episode contains spoilers.Thank you for listening! Buy the books Kayla covered here: https://bookshop.org/shop/professionalbookgirlFollow Professional Book Girl on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/professionalbookgirl/Follow Kayla on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kayreadwhat/Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@professionalbookgirlpod
2025-04-2830 minProfessional Book GirlAuthor Interview | C.W. GortnerThis week Kayla is joined by one of her favorite authors, C.W. Gortner! They discuss his latest novel The Saint Laurent muse, historical fiction as a whole, and so much more.The April book club pick is Harriet Tubman Live in Concert by Bob the Drag Queen. The episode will be out on 4/28.As always, the reviews are spoiler-free.Thank you for listening! Buy the books Kayla covered here: https://bookshop.org/shop/professionalbookgirl
2025-04-141h 20Professional Book GirlMarch Wrap Up | 22 Book ReviewsWe survived March! This week Kayla is chatting about all 22 books she read in her least favorite month. The April book club pick is Harriet Tubman Live in Concert by Bob the Drag Queen. The episode will be out on 4/28.As always, the reviews are spoiler-free.Thank you for listening! Buy the books Kayla covered here: https://bookshop.org/shop/professionalbookgirlFollow Professional Book Girl on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/professionalbookgirl/
2025-04-0745 minProfessional Book GirlMarch Book Club | We All Live Here by Jojo MoyesIt's March Book Club! This month, Kayla recorded as she read. Listen as she starts skeptical, then falls for these characters, and has a five star read! This episode contains spoilers!Thank you for listening! Buy the books Kayla covered here: https://bookshop.org/shop/professionalbookgirlFollow Professional Book Girl on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/professionalbookgirl/Follow Kayla on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kayreadwhat/Watch on YouTube: h...
2025-03-3138 minProfessional Book GirlAuthor Interview | Ashley WinsteadThis week Kayla is joined by one of her favorite authors, Ashley Winstead, for a spoiler-free discussion of This Book Will Bury Me.This Book Will Bury Me is out on 3/25. The March book club pick is We All Live Here by Jojo Moyes. The episode will be out on 3/31.Thank you for listening! Buy the books Kayla covered here: https://bookshop.org/shop/professionalbookgirlFollow Professional Book Girl on Instagram: https://www.instagram.c...
2025-03-2459 minProfessional Book GirlI Hate March, But I Love These BooksThis week Kayla is chatting about the books that shaped her, and three recent reads! The March book club pick is We All Live Here by Jojo Moyes. The episode will be out on 3/31.As always, the reviews are spoiler-free.Thank you for listening! Buy the books Kayla covered here: https://bookshop.org/shop/professionalbookgirlFollow Professional Book Girl on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/professionalbookgirl/Follow Kayla on I...
2025-03-1034 minProfessional Book GirlFebruary Wrap Up | 19 Book ReviewsIt's the February wrap up! Listen as Kayla recaps her month, and everything she read.The March book club pick is We All Live Here by Jojo Moyes. The episode will be out on 3/31.As always, the reviews are spoiler-free.Thank you for listening! Buy the books Kayla covered here: https://bookshop.org/shop/professionalbookgirlFollow Professional Book Girl on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/professionalbookgirl/Follow Kayla on I...
2025-03-0340 minProfessional Book GirlFebruary Book Club | Cross My Heart by Megan CollinsThis week Kayla is joined by one of her favorite authors, Megan Collins. They're breaking down her latest novel Cross My Heart.
This episode contains spoilers.
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2025-02-241h 10Professional Book GirlAuthor Interview | Katy Hays + a bonus Bravo discussionThis week Kayla is chatting with author Katy Hays about her latest novel, Saltwater. After that, they're chatting all things Bravo!Saltwater is out on 3/25.The February book club pick is Cross My Heart by Megan Collins. The episode will be out on 2/24.As always, the reviews are spoiler-free.Thank you for listening! Buy the books Kayla covered here:https://bookshop.org/shop/professionalbookgirlFollow Professional Book Girl on I...
2025-02-1753 minProfessional Book GirlFive Books and BravoThis week Kayla is chatting about the shows she's watching on Bravo before doing quick hits of five recent reads!The February book club pick is Cross My Heart by Megan Collins. The episode will be out on 2/24.As always, the reviews are spoiler-free.Thank you for listening! Buy the books Kayla covered here:https://bookshop.org/shop/professionalbookgirlFollow Professional Book Girl on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/professionalbookgirl/
2025-02-1025 minProfessional Book GirlJanuary Wrap Up | 21 Book ReviewsJanuary has finally ended! Time to recap!
The February book club pick is Cross My Heart by Megan Collins. The episode will be out on 2/24.
As always, the reviews are spoiler-free.
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2025-02-0330 minProfessional Book GirlJanuary Book Club | The Stolen Queen by Fiona DavisThis week Kayla is joined by one of her favorite authors, Fiona Davis! They're discussing her latest novel, The Stolen Queen.
This episode contains spoilers.
The February book club pick is Cross My Heart by Megan Collins. The episode will be out on 2/24.
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2025-01-2747 minProfessional Book Girl2025 Book PreviewThe January book club pick is The Stolen Queen by Fiona Davis. The episode will be out on 1/27.
As always, the reviews are spoiler-free.
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2025-01-2033 minProfessional Book GirlDecember + 2024 Wrapped | 24 Book ReviewsThe first episode of 2025! This week, Kayla is recapping her 2024 reading year, and reviewing all the books she read in December.
The January book club pick is The Stolen Queen by Fiona Davis. The episode will be out on 1/27.
As always, the reviews are spoiler-free.
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2025-01-1345 minProfessional Book GirlDecember Book Club | Most Wonderful by Georgia ClarkHappy book club day! This week, Kayla is chatting all things Most Wonderful. This episode contains spoilers.
The January book club pick is The Stolen Queen by Fiona Davis. The episode will be out on 1/27.
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2024-12-3025 minProfessional Book GirlMy Top Five Favorite Books of the YearIt's time! This week Kayla is discussing her top five books of 2024.
The December book club pick is Most Wonderful by Georgia Clark. The episode will be out on 12/30.
As always, the reviews are spoiler-free.
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2024-12-2346 minProfessional Book GirlMy Favorite Books of 2024 | Books 10-6The top books of 2024 countdown continues! This week Kayla is chatting about books 10-6 as well as her top romance, historical fiction, and thriller reads.
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2024-12-1641 minProfessional Book GirlMy Favorite Books of 2024: Books 15-11It's tiiiiiiime! This week, Kayla starts counting down her top fifteen books of 2024.
The December book club pick is Most Wonderful by Georgia Clark. The episode will be out on 12/30.
As always, the reviews are spoiler-free.
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2024-12-0940 minProfessional Book GirlNovember Wrap Up | 21 Book ReviewsIt's the November Wrap Up! This week, Kayla is reviewing all 21 books she read this month.
The December book club pick is Most Wonderful by Georgia Clark. The episode will be out on 12/30.
As always, the reviews are spoiler-free.
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2024-12-0245 minProfessional Book GirlNovember Book Club | Here One Moment by Liane MoriartyIt's the November book club episode! This week, Kayla is giving all her thoughts on Here One Moment by Liane Moriarty.
This episode does contain spoilers.
All views my own.
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2024-11-2551 minProfessional Book GirlKayla in ParisBonjour! This week Kayla is recapping her recent trip to Paris and reviewing all ten books she read there.
The November Book Club Pick is Here One Moment by Liane Moriarty. The episode will be out on 11/25.
As always, the reviews are spoiler-free.
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2024-11-181h 00Professional Book GirlOctober Wrap Up | 13 Book ReviewsIt's the October Wrap Up! This week Kayla is recapping her month and then reviewing all the books she read before and after her Paris trip.
As always, the reviews are spoiler-free.
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2024-11-1134 minProfessional Book GirlOctober Book Club | Fang Fiction by Kate Stayman-LondonFor a very special October Book Club episode, Kayla is joined by the author of the pick!
This episode contains spoilers.
The November Book Club Pick is Here One Moment by Liane Moriarty. The book club episode will air on 11/25.
Please submit your thoughts to professionalbookgirlpod@gmail.com by 11/21 to be included in the episode.
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2024-10-2858 minProfessional Book GirlSix Spooky ThrillersIt's time to review some spooooky thrillers!
The October Book Club Pick is Fang Fiction by Kate-Stayman London. The book club episode will air on 10/28.
On this episode, Kayla reviews:
Midnight is the Darkest Hour by Ashley Winstead
The Lighthouse Witches by CJ Cooke
The Sun Down Motel by Simone St James
The September House by Carissa Orlando
House of Hollow by Krystal Sutherland
Hidden Pictures by Jason Rekulak
A...
2024-10-2124 minProfessional Book GirlHalloweentown for Adults | Halloween Romance BooksIt's spooky season! This week Kayla is reviewing three Halloween-themed romance books.
The October Book Club Pick is Fang Fiction by Kate-Stayman London. The book club episode will air on 10/28.
On this episode, Kayla talks about:
The Ex Hex by Erin Sterling
Phantasma by Kaylie Smith
Small Town Big Magic by Hazel Beck
As always, the reviews are spoiler-free.
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2024-10-1425 minProfessional Book GirlSeptember Wrap Up | 20 Book ReviewsIt's the September Wrap Up! Kayla's recapping her month, sharing some exciting news, and reviewing 20 books!
The October Book Club Pick is Fang Fiction by Kate-Stayman London. The book club episode will air on 10/28.
As always, the reviews are spoiler-free.
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2024-10-0737 minProfessional Book GirlSeptember Book Club | Realm Breaker by Victoria AveyardIt's the September Book Club!
Kayla is sharing all her thoughts on Realm Breaker LIVE as she reads!
This episode contains spoilers.
The October Book Club Pick is Fang Fiction by Kate-Stayman London. The book club episode will air on 10/28.
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2024-10-0329 minProfessional Book GirlEpisode 57: Listener's ChoiceIt's listener's choice! This week Kayla is talking about what you requested to hear starting with her thoughts on current Bravo shows and moving into book review.
The September Book Club Pick is Realmbreaker by Victoria Aveyard. The book club episode will air on 10/3. Please submit your thoughts to professionalbookgirlpod@gmail.com by 10/1 to be included in the episode.
On this episode, Kayla talks about:
The Gown by Jennifer Robson
A Novel Love Story by Ashley Poston
The Forest of...
2024-09-3028 minProfessional Book GirlI Met Oprah!This week Kayla is sharing her experience meeting Oprah, reflecting on the end of summer, and reviewing three recent reads!
The September Book Club Pick is Realmbreaker by Victoria Aveyard. The book club episode will air on 10/3. Please submit your thoughts to professionalbookgirlpod@gmail.com by 10/1 to be included in the episode.
On this episode, Kayla talks about:
JFK Jr by RoseMarie Terenzio and Liz McNeil
Elizabeth of East Hampton by Audrey Bellezza and Emily Harding
Dating You, Hating You...
2024-09-2332 minProfessional Book GirlAuthor Interview | Iman Hariri-KiaKayla is joined by author Iman Hariri-Kia to discuss her latest novel, The Most Famous Girl in the World, celebrity culture, and much more!
This episode is spoiler-free.
The September Book Club Pick is Realmbreaker by Victoria Aveyard. The book club episode will air on 10/3. Please submit your thoughts to professionalbookgirlpod@gmail.com by 10/1 to be included in the episode.
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2024-09-161h 07Professional Book GirlAugust Wrap Up | 30 Book ReviewsIt's the August Wrap-Up! This week, Kayla is discussing all the books she read in August.
As always, the reviews are spoiler-free.
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2024-09-1144 minProfessional Book GirlAugust Book Club | All the Colors of the Dark by Chris WhitakerIt's the August book club episode! This week Kayla is sharing all her thoughts on All the Colors of the Dark by Chris Whitaker - a five-star read!
This episode contains spoilers.
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2024-09-0241 minProfessional Book GirlAuthor Interview | Rachel Koller CroftThis week, Kayla is joined by one of her favorite authors, Rachel Koller Croft! They're talking all about her latest novel, We Love the Nightlife, and her debut Stone Cold Fox.
This episode is spoiler-free
.The August Book Club pick is All the Colors of the Dark by Chris Whitaker. The book club episode will be out on 9/2. Please submit your thoughts via IG DM or to professionalbookgirlpod@gmail.com by 8/27 to be included.
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2024-08-261h 00Professional Book GirlMeet My Mom!It's finally happened! Kayla's mom is on the pod! Kelley is sharing her reading habits, her love for Travis Kelce, and then sharing a few of her favorite romance reads.
The August Book Club pick is All the Colors of the Dark by Chris Whitaker. The book club episode will be out on 9/2. Please submit your thoughts via IG DM or to professionalbookgirlpod@gmail.com by 8/27 to be included.
As always, the reviews are spoiler-free.
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B...
2024-08-1944 minProfessional Book GirlGold Medal BooksIt's the PBG Olympics! This week Kayla is chatting about her Olympics highlights before reviewing three Olympic-related books.
The August Book Club pick is All the Colors of the Dark by Chris Whitaker. The book club episode will be out on 9/2. Please submit your thoughts via IG DM or to professionalbookgirlpod@gmail.com by 8/27 to be included.
On this episode, Kayla talks about:
Fast Girls by Elise Hooper
That Summer in Berlin by Lecia Cornwall
The Happiest Girl in the...
2024-08-1227 minProfessional Book GirlJuly Wrap Up | 24 Book ReviewsKayla's back! This week she's recapping her month away from the mic, and then reviewing all 24 books she read.
The August Book Club pick is All the Colors of the Dark by Chris Whitaker. The book club episode will be out on 9/2. Please submit your thoughts via IG DM or to professionalbookgirlpod@gmail.com by 8/27 to be included.
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2024-08-0558 minProfessional Book GirlJuly Book Club | Middle of the Night by Riley SagerIt's the July Book Club! This week Kayla is discussing Middle of the Night by Riley Sager.
This episode DOES contain spoilers.
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2024-08-0143 minProfessional Book GirlAuthor Interview | Lisa BarrThis week Kayla is joined by historical fiction author Lisa Barr. They discuss her latest novel, The Goddess of Warsaw, which Kayla loved!
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2024-07-2251 minProfessional Book GirlAuthor Interview | Kate QuinnThis week Kayla is joined by one of her favorite authors, Kate Quinn. They're discussing her new novel The Briar Club, which Kayla loved and gave five stars!
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2024-07-1544 minProfessional Book GirlMy Job is Beach and BooksNever a dull moment! This week Kayla is chatting about getting laid off, and reviewing three books that helped her escape reality.
The July Book Club pick is Middle of the Night by Riley Sager. Send your review to professionalbookgirlpod@gmail.com by 7/30 to be included in the book club episode. The book club episode will be out on 8/1.
On this episode, Kayla talks about:
Under Your Spell by Laura Wood
If Something Happens to Me by Alex Finlay
The...
2024-07-0835 minProfessional Book GirlJune Wrap Up | 30 Book ReviewsIt's the June Wrap-Up! This week, Kayla is reviewing an insane thirty books.
Our July Book Club Pick is Middle of the Night by Riley Sager. Send your review to professionalbookgirlpod@gmail.com or DM it on Instagram by 7/30 to be included in the book club episode. The book club episode will be out on 8/1.
As always, the reviews are spoiler-free.
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2024-07-011h 03Professional Book GirlJune Book Club | Darling Girls by Sally HepworthIt's book club day! This week, Kayla is sharing all her thoughts on Darling Girls by Sally Hepworth.
Stay tuned to the end for the July pick.
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2024-06-2725 minProfessional Book Girl"I'm drinking a diet coke and wearing a Harry Styles Christmas shirt. Let's talk about books."This week, Kayla is fresh off a two-hour nap, and ready to talk about Bridgerton, the dragon she saw IRL, and three books that she read and loved this month.
The June Book Club pick is Darling Girls by Sally Hepworth. The book club episode will be out on 6/27.
On this episode, Kayla talks about:
Real Americans by Rachel Khong
The Ministry of Time by Kalianne Bradley
The Briar Club by Kate Quinn
As always...
2024-06-2439 minProfessional Book GirlAuthor Interview | Laura HankinThis week Kayla is joined by one of her favorite authors, Laura Hankin. They're discussing her new novel One-Star Romance, which Kayla loved and gave five stars!
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2024-06-2041 minProfessional Book GirlRecent Five Star ReadsWelcome back to Professional Book Girl! After going four months without a five-star read, Kayla is on a roll and chatting about three recent five-star reads!
The June Book Club pick is Darling Girls by Sally Hepworth. The book club episode will be out on 6/27. Please submit your thoughts to professionalbookgirlpod@gmail.com to be included in the episode.
On this episode, Kayla talks about:
One-Star Romance by Laura Hankin
Summer Fridays by Suzanne Rindell
We Love the Nightlife by Rachel Koller Croft
2024-06-1744 minProfessional Book GirlWe Love Our Bread, We Love Our Butter, but Most of All, We Love Paris!We love Paris! This week Kayla is rounding out her cities series with Paris. She discusses her lifelong love of the city, recaps her first trip, and shares plans for her next one before reviewing three books that take place in the city.
The June Book Club pick is Darling Girls by Sally Hepworth. The book club episode will be out on 6/27. Submit your thoughts by 6/25 to be included in the episode.
On this episode, Kayla talks about:
The Room on Rue Amelie by...
2024-06-1036 minProfessional Book GirlAuthor Interview | Brooke Lea FosterThis week Kayla is joined by historical fiction author Brooke Lea Foster. They're chatting about her latest novel All the Summer In Between, as well as what it's like to read books set in the Hamptons as a Long Island girl, and more!
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2024-06-0659 minProfessional Book GirlMay Wrap Up | 22 Book ReviewsIt's the May Wrap Up! This week, Kayla reflects on her month, and then reviews all 22 books she read in May.
The June Book Club pick is Darling Girls by Sally Hepworth. The book club episode will be out on 6/27. Share your thoughts with Kayla by emailing professionalbookgirlpod@gmail.com by 6/25 to be included in the episode.
As always, the reviews are spoiler-free.
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2024-06-0353 minProfessional Book GirlMay Book Club | Funny Story by Emily HenryIt's book club time! This week, Kayla is sharing all of her thoughts on Funny Story by Emily Henry.
Thank you to everyone who read along!
Stay tuned at the end for the June pick.
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2024-05-3053 minProfessional Book GirlBravo, Bravo, F***ing BravoIt's the first-ever Bravo-dedicated episode. Kayla is sharing her journey with the network, giving her thoughts on the currently airing shows she watches, and then reviewing three Bravo-related books!
On this episode, Kayla talks about:
The Daddy Diaries by Andy Cohen
Not All Diamonds and Rose by Dave Quinn
The True Love Experiment by Christina Lauren
As always, the reviews are spoiler-free.
Thank you for listening!
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2024-05-2741 minProfessional Book GirlSummer Reading ExtravaganzaThe countdown to Summer reading is on! This week Kayla is sharing her Memorial Day Weekend TBR, Summer TBR, and reviewing three perfect Summer reads.
The May Book Club pick is Funny Story by Emily Henry. Send your review to professionalbookgirlpod@gmail.com by 5/28 to be included in the book club episode. The book club episode will be out on 5/30.
On this episode, Kayla talks about:
Done and Dusted by Lyla Sage
Mary Jane by Jessica Anya Blau
Every Summer...
2024-05-2041 minProfessional Book GirlAuthor Interview | Chanel CleetonThis week, Kayla is joined by one of her favorite authors - Chanel Cleeton! They're discussing Chanel's journey as a writer, the Perez sisters, and of course, her latest novel The House on Biscayne Bay.
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2024-05-1642 minProfessional Book GirlHome Is Where the Heart Is, But God I Love the English | London BooksLondon calling! This week, Kayla is gushing about her favorite city - London! She's recapping her month-long trip, chatting about her 17-year history as a Royal Watcher, and then reviewing three books that take place in London.
The May Book Club pick is Funny Story by Emily Henry. Send your review to professionalbookgirlpod@gmail.com by 5/28 to be included in the book club episode. The book club episode will be out on 5/30.
On this episode, Kayla talks about:
Magnolia Parks by Jessa Hastings
2024-05-1354 minProfessional Book GirlApril Wrap Up | 27 Book ReviewsIt's the April wrap up! This week, Kayla is recapping her month and then reviewing all 27 books that she read. As always, the reviews are spoiler-free.
Thank you for listening!
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2024-05-061h 01Professional Book GirlApril Book Club with Falon BallardIt's time for book club! This month is very special because Kayla is joined by the author of our April pick, Right on Cue.
This episode contains spoilers.
Thank you for listening!
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2024-05-0258 minProfessional Book GirlThe Tortured Professional Book GirlWelcome to Tortured Professional Book Girl. This week, Kayla is obviously obsessed with Taylor Swift’s new album, The Tortured Poets Department. After that, she discusses three recent reads.
The April Book Club pick is Right on Cue by Falon Ballard. The book club episode will be out on 5/2.
On this episode, Kayla talks about:
Wild Love by Elise Silver
The Reappearance of Rachel Price by Holly Jackson
Bye, Baby by Carla Lovering
As always, the reviews are spo...
2024-04-2941 minProfessional Book GirlNew York or Nowhere | Books About NYCIt’s New York or Nowhere! This week Kayla is sharing how she came to live in New York, and then reviewing three books that take place in NYC.
The April Book Club pick is Right on Cue by Falon Ballard. Send your review to professionalbookgirlpod@gmail.com by 4/30 to be included in the book club episode. The book club episode will be out on 5/2.
On this episode, Kayla talks about:
The Social Graces by Renee Rosen
Anon Pls by Deux Moi
...
2024-04-2231 minProfessional Book GirlAuthor Interview | Piper HuguleyThis week, Kayla is joined by Piper Huguley, author of American Daughters and By Her Own Design.
They discuss Piper's latest novel, American Daughters, Alice Roosevelt, and Portia Washington, as well as historical fiction as a genre.
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2024-04-1546 minProfessional Book Girl"I just love history."This week Kayla is doing her favorite thing. Talking about historical fiction! First, she’s reviewing the Apple TV+ show The New Look before recommending fashion-focused historical fiction before diving into three recent reads - including her favorite book of 2024 so far!
The April Book Club pick is Right on Cue by Falon Ballard. Send your review to professionalbookgirlpod@gmail.com by 4/30 to be included in the book club episode. The book club episode will be out on 5/2.
On this episode, Kayla talks about:
The...
2024-04-0846 minProfessional Book GirlAuthor Interview | Mary KubicaMary Kubica is on PBG! This interview is a must-listen for all thriller readers. Kayla and Mary chat about the genre, as well as her latest book She's Not Sorry - out now!
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2024-04-0438 minProfessional Book GirlMarch Wrap UpWelcome to another episode of Professional Book Girl! It’s the March Wrap Up! This week Kayla is recounting her month and then chatting about everything she read.
The April Book Club pick is Right on Cue by Falon Ballard. Send your review to professionalbookgirlpod@gmail.com by 4/30 to be included in the book club episode. The book club episode will be out on 5/2.
On this episode, Kayla talks about:
The Women
Prep ️
Josh and Hazels Guide to Not Dating
...
2024-04-0148 minProfessional Book GirlMarch Book Club | Listen For The Lie by Amy TinteraIt's book club time! This week, Kayla is sharing all of her thoughts on Listen For The Lie by Amy Tintera.
Thank you to everyone who read along! Stay tuned at the end for the April pick.
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2024-03-2838 minProfessional Book Girl"If I've Read It, I'll Review It." | Listener's ChoiceWelcome to another episode of Professional Book Girl! It’s the listener’s choice! You asked, so Kayla is giving a full review of her most recent favorite show, Masters of the Air. Then, she reviews three books requested by PBG listeners.
The March Book Club pick is Listen For the Lie by Amy Tintera. Send your review to professionalbookgirlpod@gmail.com by 3/26 to be included in the book club episode. The book club episode will be out on 3/28.
On this episode, Kayla talks about:
Thr...
2024-03-2540 minProfessional Book Girl"I'm a professional recommender." | Books That I Always RecommendWelcome to another episode of Professional Book Girl! This week Kayla is sharing how to have the perfect bookish NYC day, before getting into three books that she always recommends.
The March Book Club pick is Listen For the Lie by Amy Tintera. Send your review to professionalbookgirlpod@gmail.com by 3/26 to be included in the book club episode. The book club episode will be out on 3/28.
On this episode, Kayla talks about:
The Family P...
2024-03-1845 minProfessional Book GirlAuthor Interview | Stephanie DrayWelcome back to Professional Book Girl! Today is VERY exciting because Kayla is joined by one her of favorite historical fiction authors, Stephanie Dray!
This interview is a must-listen for all historical fiction readers. Kayla and Stephanie chat about her latest novel Becoming Madame Secretary, as well as the state of the genre. As always, this episode is spoiler-free.
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2024-03-1447 minProfessional Book Girl"I've got another historical fiction and I've got a thriller." | Recent Favorite ReadsWelcome to another episode of Professional Book Girl! This week Kayla is giving her weekly report before diving into three books that she’s recently read and loved.
The March Book Club pick is Listen For the Lie by Amy Tintera. Send your review to professionalbookgirlpod@gmail.com by 3/26 to be included in the book club episode. The book club episode will be out on 3/28.
On this episode, Kayla talks about:
Becoming Madame Secretary by Stephanie Dray
She’s Not Sorry by Mary...
2024-03-1150 minProfessional Book GirlFebruary Wrap UpWelcome to another episode of Professional Book Girl! This week Kayla is recapping her month, and then giving her thoughts on all 18 of her February reads.
The March Book Club pick is Listen for the Lie by Amy Tintera. Send your review to professionalbookgirlpod@gmail.com by 3/26 to be included in the book club episode. The book club episode will be out on 3/28.
On this episode, Kayla talks about:
Crescent City 3
Invitation Only
Expiration Dates
Finding Margaret Fuller
The...
2024-03-0451 minProfessional Book GirlFebruary Book Club: The Frozen River by Ariel LawhonIt's book club time! This week, Kayla is sharing all of her thoughts on The Frozen River by Ariel Lawhon. Thank you to everyone who read along! Stay tuned at the end for the March pick.
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2024-02-2953 minProfessional Book Girl"If you like this, then you should read this."Welcome to another episode of Professional Book Girl! This week Kayla is answering bookish questions and then providing read-a-likes.
The February Book Club pick is The Frozen River by Ariel Lawhon. Send your review to professionalbookgirlpod@gmail.com by 2/25 to be included in the book club episode. The book club episode will be out on 2/29.
On this episode, Kayla talks about:
Daisy Jones by Taylor Jenkins Reid
Songs in Ursa Major by Emma Brodie
Stone Cold Fox by Rachel Koller C...
2024-02-2645 minProfessional Book GirlHistorical Fiction About Badass American WomenWelcome to another episode of Professional Book Girl! This week Kayla is recapping recent bookish events she’s gone to - yes, meeting Sarah J Maas is included. Then it’s time to go back in time as we discuss three different remarkable women and their stories told via historical fiction.
The February Book Club pick is The Frozen River by Ariel Lawhon. Send your review to professionalbookgirlpod@gmail.com by 2/25 to be included in the book club episode. The book club episode will be out on 2/29.
On this epis...
2024-02-1949 minProfessional Book Girl"I stopped drinking alcohol and started reading romance." | My Sobriety Story + Three Favorite Romance ReadsWelcome to another episode of Professional Book Girl! This week Kayla is celebrating being three years alcohol-free by sharing her sobriety journey. After that, she’s talking about three favorite romance novels in time for Valentine’s Day.
The February Book Club pick is The Frozen River by Ariel Lawhon. Send your review to professionalbookgirlpod@gmail.com by 2/25 to be included in the book club episode. The book club episode will be out on 2/29.
On this episode, Kayla talks about:
The Glittering Hour by Iona...
2024-02-1257 minProfessional Book GirlThe Erin-sodeWelcome to another episode of Professional Book Girl! This week Kayla is joined by her sister Erin. They’re chatting about their reading habits, Twilight origin story, and much more.
The February Book Club pick is The Frozen River by Ariel Lawhon. Send your review to professionalbookgirlpod@gmail.com by 2/26 to be included in the book club episode.
On this episode, Kayla and Erin talk about:
Crescent City by Sarah J Maas
Down the Drain by Julia Fox
A...
2024-02-051h 01Professional Book GirlEpisode 11: January Book Club - Tomorrow and Tomorrow and TomorrowIt's the first-ever PBG book club meeting. On this episode, Kayla has A LOT to share about the January pick Tomorrow and Tomorrow and Tomorrow by Gabrielle Zevin.
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2024-02-0138 minProfessional Book GirlEpisode 10: January Wrap UpWelcome to another episode of Professional Book Girl! It’s the January Wrap-Up! This week Kayla is giving her rose and thorn of January, and then chatting about every single book she read in January. That’s right! 21 book reviews.
A reminder that the January book club pick is Tomorrow and Tomorrow and Tomorrow by Gabrielle Zevin. The episode drops on 2/1.
On this episode, Kayla talks about:
A Court of Silver Flames
The Second Chance Year
The Gentlemen’s Gambit
Priva...
2024-01-2954 minProfessional Book GirlEpisode 9: Newly Released ThrillersWelcome to another episode of Professional Book Girl! This week Kayla is giving her reviews of all the hot new movies everyone is talking about. After that, she covers three newly released thriller books.
A reminder that the January book club pick is Tomorrow and Tomorrow and Tomorrow by Gabrielle Zevin. Send your review to professionalbookgirlpod@gmail.com by 1/25 to be included in the book club episode!
On this episode, Kayla talks about:
Only If You’re Lucky By Stacy Willingham
The Heires...
2024-01-2247 minProfessional Book GirlEpisode 8: Listener's ChoiceIt’s a listener’s choice episode! This week Kayla is chatting about her favorite NYC restaurants, award shows, and Colleen Hoover before giving three listener-requested book reviews.
A reminder that the January book club pick is Tomorrow and Tomorrow and Tomorrow by Gabrielle Zevin. Send your review to professionalbookgirlpod@gmail.com by 1/25 to be included in the book club episode!
On this episode, Kayla talks about:
Private by Kate Brian
Serpent and Dove by Shelby Mahurin
Did You Hear About Kitty Karr? by Crys...
2024-01-1543 minProfessional Book GirlEpisode 7: Books That Were Recommended to MeThis week Kayla is chatting about the shows that she watched over the Christmas break, as well as giving an update on reading goals from last week’s episode.
A reminder that the January book club pick is Tomorrow and Tomorrow and Tomorrow by Gabrielle Zevin. Send your review to professionalbookgirlpod@gmail.com by 1/25 to be included in the book club episode!
On this episode, Kayla talks about:
Divine Rivals by Rebecca Ross
You, With a View by Jessica Joyce
The September House by Carissa Orla...
2024-01-0847 minProfessional Book GirlEpisode 6: New Year, New BooksIt’s the first episode of 2024! This week Kayla is reflecting on 2023 as a whole, and recounting her reading year. Then, we’re chatting about 2024 reading goals and introducing the Professional Book Girl Book Club.
The first book club pick is Tomorrow and Tomorrow and Tomorrow by Gabrielle Zevin. Send your review to professionalbookgirlpod@gmail.com by 1/25 to be included in the book club episode!
On this episode, Kayla talks about:
What the River Knows by Isabel Ibanez
Check and Mate by Ali Hazelwood
The Leftove...
2024-01-0147 minProfessional Book GirlEpisode 5: My Favorite Books of 2023 - Books 5-1In today’s episode, Kayla shares her thoughts on all things RHONY, as well as her run-ins with the Real Housewives of New York City before finishing her top books of 2023 countdown!
As always, the reviews are spoiler-free.
The Quiet Tenant by Clemence Michallon 16:07-22:38
The Wishing Game by Meg Shaffer 22:39-29:25
The Seven Year Slip by Ashley Poston 29:26-37:22
Stone Cold Fox by Rachel Koller Croft 37:33-45:10
The Magnolia Parks Universe by Jessa Hastings 45:11-58:37
Not...
2023-12-181h 03Professional Book GirlEpisode 4: My Favorite Books of 2023 - Books 10-6In today’s episode, Kayla shares things that have made her life better and continues counting down her favorite books of 2023!
As always, the reviews are spoiler-free.
Eligible by Curtis Sittenfeld 26:34-33:45
Nora Goes Off Script by Annabel Monaghan 33:46-41:12
Black Sheep by Rachel Harrison 41:13-45:56
Midnight is the Darkest Hour by Ashley Winstead 45:57-47:06
The Only One Left by Riley Sager 47:07-55:45
Thank you for listening!
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2023-12-1156 minProfessional Book GirlEpisode 3: My Favorite Books of 2023 - Books 15-11In today’s episode, Kayla shares what makes a five-star read and then starts counting down her favorite books of 2023!
As always, the reviews are spoiler-free.
Thicker than Water by Megan Collins 11:13-19:04
The Boyfriend Candidate by Ashley Winstead 19:34-25:13
A Twisted Love Story by Samantha Downing 25:14-30:16
When He Was Wicked by Julia Quinn 30:17-38:19
Yellowface by RF Kuang 38:20-43:27
Thank you for listening!
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Fo...
2023-12-0444 minProfessional Book GirlEpisode 2: Holly Jolly, It's F***ing Christmas Extravaganza!Welcome to the Holly Jolly, It’s F***ing Christmas Extravaganza! On today’s episode, Kayla chats about three of her favorite holiday season reads, as well as upcoming plans for this Christmas season.
As always, the reviews are spoiler-free.
The Christmas Swap by Maggie Knox 11:56-16:54
One Last Gift by Emily Stone 17:00-25:06
The Family Game by Catherine Steadman 25:19-33:00
Thank you for listening!
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2023-11-2734 minProfessional Book GirlEpisode 1: Welcome to the ShowWelcome to the show! On the very first episode of Professional Book Girl, Kayla gives her reading background, bookstagram origin story, and charts how she ended up as a kid who loved to read to this!
She then discusses three books requested by listeners. As always, the reviews are spoiler-free.
Midnight is the Darkest Hour by Ashley Winstead 13:38-22:38
The Secret Book of Flora Lee by Patti Callahan Henry 22:40-30:08
Things We Never Got Over by Lucy Score 31:00-40:00
Thank y...
2023-11-2039 minProfessional Book GirlProfessional Book Girl | Trailer
Welcome to Professional Book Girl, your literary escape with host Kayla, the Bookstagrammer, known as KayReadWhat.
Every Monday, Kayla delves into her latest bookish obsessions, embarking on a mission to ignite your love of reading. Join her as she delivers spoiler-free reviews of three books that will leave you itching to expand your to-be-read list.
Whether you're a seasoned bookworm or just beginning your literary journey, this podcast guarantees a delightful dose of pop culture, life as a millennial New Yorker, and a trio of must-read...
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Books and the CityPre-London Kayla + Summer TravelHappy Chaos episode! Today, we’re soaking in the good weather we’ve been having and daydreaming about future travels. Plus Kayla gives us a little peek at her trip to London before she left! If you’ve not been following along, you can see all her London adventures on @kayreadwhat! Thank you so much for listening! You can buy BATC merch here: https://www.booksandthecitypod.com/merch. Browse and shop all the books we’ve discussed on this episode and past episodes at https://www.bookshop.org/shop/booksandthecity. Check out our website for more information about the fan club...
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Books and the CityAUTHOR INTERVIEW: Dorinda MedleyIf you’re a regular listener of BATC or a follower of @kayreadwhat then you know Kayla is a Bravo superfan and she’s turned Becky into one too. So when they got the opportunity to sit down and chat with the one and only Dorinda Medley, they fangirled like crazy! Dorinda was just like she is on RHONY. Full of Dorindaisms and good advice and plenty of laughs! We know you’ll enjoy this chat as much as we did. Be sure to check out the links below for Dorinda’s book and more! Feel free to send us a not...
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Books and the City"Speaking As A Former Baby" ft. A Very Special Guest!On today's episode, we’re lucky enough to interview the one, the only, KayReadWhat'sMom! You know her, you love her, you've maybe even heard her in the background of an episode or two: it's Kayla's mom, Kelley! Books and the City pod is so excited to sit down with her and talk all things books. Kelley recently reignited her love of reading (thanks to Kayla's wonderful book recs and insane reading speed), so keep listening to find out what she's been loving recently, how reading helps soothe her anxiety, and her celeb crush (who she got to meet!). And st...
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