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Currently ReadingSeason 7, Episode 45: Send Your Listener Press + Summer Is For The YouthsOn this episode of Currently Reading, Kaytee and Mary are discussing:Bookish Moments: local bookish get togethers and summer readingCurrent Reads: all the great, interesting, and/or terrible stuff we’ve been reading latelyDeep Dive: why middle grade and YA are perfect reads for summerThe Fountain: we visit our perfect fountain to make wishes about our reading livesShow notes are time-stamped below for your convenience. Read the transcript of the episode (this link only works on the main site). . . ...2025-06-1600 min
Currently ReadingSeason 7, Episode 45: Send Your Listener Press + Summer Is For The YouthsOn this episode of Currently Reading, Kaytee and Mary are discussing: Bookish Moments: local bookish get togethers and summer reading Current Reads: all the great, interesting, and/or terrible stuff we’ve been reading lately Deep Dive: why middle grade and YA are perfect reads for summer The Fountain: we visit our perfect fountain to make wishes about our reading lives Show notes are time-stamped below for your convenience. Read the transcript of the episode (this link only works on the main site) . . . 2025-06-1657 min
Currently ReadingSeason 7, Episode 43: Bookish Get Togethers + Virtual Reading RetreatsOn this episode of Currently Reading, Meredith and Mary are discussing:Bookish Moments: bookish get togethers and bookish connection eventsCurrent Reads: all the great, interesting, and/or terrible stuff we’ve been reading latelyDeep Dive: the ins and outs of a virtual reading retreatThe Fountain: we visit our perfect fountain to make wishes about our reading livesShow notes are time-stamped below for your convenience. Read the transcript of the episode (this link only works on the main site). . . . 2025-06-0200 minCurrently ReadingSeason 7, Episode 43: Bookish Get Togethers + Virtual Reading RetreatsOn this episode of Currently Reading, Meredith and Mary are discussing: Bookish Moments: bookish get togethers and bookish connection events Current Reads: all the great, interesting, and/or terrible stuff we’ve been reading lately Deep Dive: the ins and outs of a virtual reading retreat The Fountain: we visit our perfect fountain to make wishes about our reading lives Show notes are time-stamped below for your convenience. Read the transcript of the episode (this link only works on the main site) . . . . 2025-06-0257 min
Currently ReadingSeason 7, Episode 42: Replant Your Reading + How To Talk About Books In The WildOn this episode of Currently Reading, Kaytee and Meredith are discussing:Bookish Moments: reading slumps and how to replant your reading lifeCurrent Reads: all the great, interesting, and/or terrible stuff we’ve been reading latelyDeep Dive: how to talk about books “in the wild”The Fountain: we visit our perfect fountain to make wishes about our reading livesShow notes are time-stamped below for your convenience. Read the transcript of the episode (this link only works on the main site). . . . 2025-05-2600 minCurrently ReadingSeason 7, Episode 42: Replant Your Reading + How To Talk About Books In The WildOn this episode of Currently Reading, Kaytee and Meredith are discussing: Bookish Moments: reading slumps and how to replant your reading life Current Reads: all the great, interesting, and/or terrible stuff we’ve been reading lately Deep Dive: how to talk about books “in the wild” The Fountain: we visit our perfect fountain to make wishes about our reading lives Show notes are time-stamped below for your convenience. Read the transcript of the episode (this link only works on the main site) . . . . 2025-05-2659 minCurrently ReadingMinisode: An Interview with "I Thought It Would Be Better Than This" Author Jessica N. TurnerToday’s spoiler-free minisode (the first one in years!) includes a conversation between Kaytee and author Jessica N Turner. Jessica is the author of multiple books. Her newest is I Thought it Would Be Better Than This, a memoir wrapped into self-help about dealing with disappointment in our lives. Tune in to hear about: The process of writing a book that intricately details someone else’s story. What it was like to pivot from more traditional productivity and self-help into memoir. Finding love again. The “soft” places we land when we are hurt...2025-04-1135 min
Currently ReadingSeason 7, Episode 30: New Indie Bookstores + Our Six Star ReadsOn this episode of Currently Reading, Kaytee and Meredith are discussing:Bookish Moments: Kindle samples and getting new indie bookstoresCurrent Reads: all the great, interesting, and/or terrible stuff we’ve been reading latelyDeep Dive: six star books to which we will take no criticism from anyoneThe Fountain: we visit our perfect fountain to make wishes about our reading livesShow notes are time-stamped below for your convenience. Read the transcript of the episode (this link only works on the main site). . 2025-03-0300 minCurrently ReadingSeason 7, Episode 30: New Indie Bookstores + Our Six Star ReadsOn this episode of Currently Reading, Kaytee and Meredith are discussing: Bookish Moments: Kindle samples and getting new indie bookstores Current Reads: all the great, interesting, and/or terrible stuff we’ve been reading lately Deep Dive: six star books to which we will take no criticism from anyone The Fountain: we visit our perfect fountain to make wishes about our reading lives Show notes are time-stamped below for your convenience. Read the transcript of the episode (this link only works on the main site) . . 2025-03-0357 min
Currently ReadingSeason 7, Episode 25: Reading Resolutions + The Art Of The DNFOn this episode of Currently Reading, Meredith and Kaytee are discussing:Bookish Moments: reading resolutions and reading while being tattooedCurrent Reads: all the great, interesting, and/or terrible stuff we’ve been reading latelyDeep Dive: all things DNF: how we define it, how we do it, etc.The Fountain: we visit our perfect fountain to make wishes about our reading livesShow notes are time-stamped below for your convenience. Read the transcript of the episode (this link only works on the main site). . 2025-01-2700 minCurrently ReadingSeason 7, Episode 25: Reading Resolutions + The Art Of The DNFOn this episode of Currently Reading, Meredith and Kaytee are discussing: Bookish Moments: reading resolutions and reading while being tattooed Current Reads: all the great, interesting, and/or terrible stuff we’ve been reading lately Deep Dive: all things DNF: how we define it, how we do it, etc. The Fountain: we visit our perfect fountain to make wishes about our reading lives Show notes are time-stamped below for your convenience. Read the transcript of the episode (this link only works on the main site) . . 2025-01-271h 04
Currently ReadingSeason 7, Episode 24: Mary and Roxanna's Top Reads of 2024!On this episode of Currently Reading, Mary and Roxanna are sharing their favorite reads of 2024. We are excited to give them the reins for a full episode, and they bring some awesome reads for you to add to your TBR!Show notes are time-stamped below for your convenience. Read the transcript of the episode (this link only works on the main site). . . . 1:24 - Mary and Roxanna’s Reading Year In review2:06 - Mary read 84 books in 2024, 59% print, 24% digital, 17% audio2:54 - Mary read 71% adult, 16% middle...2025-01-2000 minCurrently ReadingSeason 7, Episode 24: Mary and Roxanna's Top Reads of 2024!On this episode of Currently Reading, Mary and Roxanna are sharing their favorite reads of 2024. We are excited to give them the reins for a full episode, and they bring some awesome reads for you to add to your TBR! Show notes are time-stamped below for your convenience. Read the transcript of the episode (this link only works on the main site) . . . . 1:24 - Mary and Roxanna’s Reading Year In review 2:06 - Mary read 84 books in 2024, 59% print, 24% digital, 17% audio 2:54 - Mary read 71% adult, 16% middle...2025-01-201h 15
Currently ReadingSeason 7, Episode 23: Virtual Reading Retreats + Enjoying Hobbies While ReadingOn this episode of Currently Reading, Kaytee and Mary are discussing:Bookish Moments: virtual reading retreats and tattoos that lead to bookish convosCurrent Reads: all the great, interesting, and/or terrible stuff we’ve been reading latelyDeep Dive: how we integrate our hobbies into our reading livesThe Fountain: we visit our perfect fountain to make wishes about our reading livesShow notes are time-stamped below for your convenience. Read the transcript of the episode (this link only works on the main site). . 2025-01-1300 minCurrently ReadingSeason 7, Episode 23: Virtual Reading Retreats + Enjoying Hobbies while ReadingOn this episode of Currently Reading, Kaytee and Mary are discussing: Bookish Moments: virtual reading retreats and tattoos that lead to bookish convos Current Reads: all the great, interesting, and/or terrible stuff we’ve been reading lately Deep Dive: how we integrate our hobbies into our reading lives The Fountain: we visit our perfect fountain to make wishes about our reading lives Show notes are time-stamped below for your convenience. Read the transcript of the episode (this link only works on the main site) . . 2025-01-1359 min
Currently ReadingSeason 7, Episode 18: Spreadsheet Season + Bookishness We Are Thankful ForOn this episode of Currently Reading, Kaytee and Meredith are discussing:Bookish Moments: relying on books when sick and bookish themed partiesCurrent Reads: all the great, interesting, and/or terrible stuff we’ve been reading latelyDeep Dive: bookishness that we are thankful forThe Fountain: we visit our perfect fountain to make wishes about our reading livesShow notes are time-stamped below for your convenience. Read the transcript of the episode (this link only works on the main site). . . . 1...2024-12-0200 minCurrently ReadingSeason 7, Episode 18: Spreadsheet Season + Bookishness We Are Thankful ForOn this episode of Currently Reading, Kaytee and Meredith are discussing: Bookish Moments: relying on books when sick and bookish themed parties Current Reads: all the great, interesting, and/or terrible stuff we’ve been reading lately Deep Dive: bookishness that we are thankful for The Fountain: we visit our perfect fountain to make wishes about our reading lives Show notes are time-stamped below for your convenience. Read the transcript of the episode (this link only works on the main site) . . . . ...2024-12-021h 04
Currently ReadingSeason 7, Episode 15: Book Talks In The Wild + Reading RitualsOn this episode of Currently Reading, Meredith and Kaytee are discussing:Bookish Moments: book talks in the wild and new Louise Penny booksCurrent Reads: all the great, interesting, and/or terrible stuff we’ve been reading latelyDeep Dive: our reading ritualsThe Fountain: we visit our perfect fountain to make wishes about our reading livesShow notes are time-stamped below for your convenience. Read the transcript of the episode (this link only works on the main site). . . . 1:29 - Our B...2024-11-1100 minCurrently ReadingSeason 7, Episode 15: Book Talks In The Wild + Reading RitualsOn this episode of Currently Reading, Meredith and Kaytee are discussing: Bookish Moments: book talks in the wild and new Louise Penny books Current Reads: all the great, interesting, and/or terrible stuff we’ve been reading lately Deep Dive: our reading rituals The Fountain: we visit our perfect fountain to make wishes about our reading lives Show notes are time-stamped below for your convenience. Read the transcript of the episode (this link only works on the main site) . . . . 1:29 - Our B...2024-11-1156 min
Currently ReadingSeason 7, Episode 12: New Furry Friends + Retaining What We ReadOn this episode of Currently Reading, Meredith and Kaytee are discussing:Bookish Moments: forgetting how to read and introducing new furry palsCurrent Reads: all the great, interesting, and/or terrible stuff we’ve been reading latelyDeep Dive: if we retain what we read and if it mattersThe Fountain: we visit our perfect fountain to make wishes about our reading livesShow notes are time-stamped below for your convenience. Read the transcript of the episode (this link only works on the main site). . 2024-10-2100 minCurrently ReadingSeason 7, Episode 12: New Furry Friends + Retaining What We ReadOn this episode of Currently Reading, Meredith and Kaytee are discussing: Bookish Moments: forgetting how to read and introducing new furry pals Current Reads: all the great, interesting, and/or terrible stuff we’ve been reading lately Deep Dive: if we retain what we read and if it matters The Fountain: we visit our perfect fountain to make wishes about our reading lives Show notes are time-stamped below for your convenience. Read the transcript of the episode (this link only works on the main site) . . 2024-10-211h 01
Currently ReadingSeason 7, Episode 2: Library Love + Boss Our Summer TBR UpdateOn this episode of Currently Reading, Kaytee and Meredith are discussing:Bookish Moments: morning reading and loving the libraryCurrent Reads: all the great, interesting, and/or terrible stuff we’ve been reading latelyDeep Dive: an update and discussion on the boss OUR summer TBR episodeThe Fountain: we visit our perfect fountain to make wishes about our reading livesShow notes are time-stamped below for your convenience. Read the transcript of the episode (this link only works on the main site). . . ...2024-08-1200 minCurrently ReadingSeason 7, Episode 2: Library Love + Boss Our Summer TBR UpdateOn this episode of Currently Reading, Kaytee and Meredith are discussing: Bookish Moments: morning reading and loving the library Current Reads: all the great, interesting, and/or terrible stuff we’ve been reading lately Deep Dive: an update and discussion on the boss OUR summer TBR episode The Fountain: we visit our perfect fountain to make wishes about our reading lives Show notes are time-stamped below for your convenience. Read the transcript of the episode (this link only works on the main site) . . . 2024-08-121h 00Currently ReadingSeason 6, Episode 50: Season Six In ReviewOn this episode of Currently Reading, Meredith and Kaytee are joined by show regulars Roxanna and Mary and they are discussing: Season Six In Review: interesting stats, regrets, and exciting upcoming content! Show notes are time-stamped below for your convenience. Read the transcript of the episode (this link only works on the main site) . . . . . 3:06 - Season Six In Review The most downloaded episode of the season 4:05 - CR Season 6: Episode 25 w/Jamie Golden and Knox McCoy 5:42 - CR Sea...2024-07-2238 min
Currently ReadingSeason 6, Episode 50: Season Six In ReviewOn this episode of Currently Reading, Meredith and Kaytee are joined by show regulars Roxanna and Mary and they are discussing:Season Six In Review: interesting stats, regrets, and exciting upcoming content!Show notes are time-stamped below for your convenience. Read the transcript of the episode (this link only works on the main site). . . . . 3:06 - Season Six In ReviewThe most downloaded episode of the season4:05 - CR Season 6: Episode 25 w/Jamie Golden and Knox McCoy5:42 - CR Sea...2024-07-2200 min
Currently ReadingSeason 6, Episode 49: Ask Us Anything!On this episode of Currently Reading, Meredith and Kaytee are joined by show regulars Roxanna and Mary and they are discussing:An Ask Us Anything Episode!: You asked, and we answered! Show notes are time-stamped below for your convenience. Read the transcript of the episode (this link only works on the main site). . . . . 2:30 - Ask Us AnythingWhat was the first book that got you hooked into reading?3:00 - Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone by J.K. Rowling...2024-07-1500 minCurrently ReadingSeason 6, Episode 49: Ask Us Anything!On this episode of Currently Reading, Meredith and Kaytee are joined by show regulars Roxanna and Mary and they are discussing: An Ask Us Anything Episode!: You asked, and we answered! Show notes are time-stamped below for your convenience. Read the transcript of the episode (this link only works on the main site) . . . . . 2:30 - Ask Us Anything What was the first book that got you hooked into reading? 3:00 - Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone by J.K. Rowling...2024-07-1556 min
Currently ReadingSeason 6, Episode 47: Morning Reads + Boss Our Summer TBRs!*Please note that Kaytee was out of her regular recording space this week and it affected her audio. It’s not you, it’s us. Back to normal next week!*On this episode of Currently Reading, Kaytee and Meredith are discussing:Bookish Moments: binging a great series and re-introducing morning readingCurrent Reads: all the great, interesting, and/or terrible stuff we’ve been reading latelyDeep Dive: you get to boss our summer TBRs!The Fountain: we visit our perfect fountain to make wishes about our reading lives...2024-07-0100 minCurrently ReadingSeason 6, Episode 47: Morning Reads + Boss Our Summer TBRs!*Please note that Kaytee was out of her regular recording space this week and it affected her audio. It’s not you, it’s us. Back to normal next week!* On this episode of Currently Reading, Kaytee and Meredith are discussing: Bookish Moments: binging a great series and re-introducing morning reading Current Reads: all the great, interesting, and/or terrible stuff we’ve been reading lately Deep Dive: you get to boss our summer TBRs! The Fountain: we visit our perfect fountain to make wishes about our reading lives 2024-07-0153 min
Currently ReadingSeason 6, Episode 45: For The Love Of Octopus + How To Recommend Books Outside Your WheelhouseOn this episode of Currently Reading, Kaytee and Mary are discussing:Bookish Moments: book recs that land with non readers and Kaytee meeting an octopus!Current Reads: all the great, interesting, and/or terrible stuff we’ve been reading latelyDeep Dive: how we recommend books to readers outside our own wheelhousesThe Fountain: we visit our perfect fountain to make wishes about our reading livesShow notes are time-stamped below for your convenience. Read the transcript of the episode (this link only works on the main site)...2024-06-1700 minCurrently ReadingSeason 6, Episode 45: For The Love Of Octopus + How To Recommend Books Outside Your WheelhouseOn this episode of Currently Reading, Kaytee and Mary are discussing: Bookish Moments: book recs that land with non readers and Kaytee meeting an octopus! Current Reads: all the great, interesting, and/or terrible stuff we’ve been reading lately Deep Dive: how we recommend books to readers outside our own wheelhouses The Fountain: we visit our perfect fountain to make wishes about our reading lives Show notes are time-stamped below for your convenience. Read the transcript of the episode (this link only works on the main site) ...2024-06-1754 min
Currently ReadingSeason 6, Episode 39: Teaching Future Generations + The Bookish OverhypeOn this episode of Currently Reading, Meredith and Kaytee are discussing:Bookish Moments: talking podcasting with young people and book to film buzzCurrent Reads: all the great, interesting, and/or terrible stuff we’ve been reading latelyDeep Dive: All kinds of bookish overhypeThe Fountain: we visit our perfect fountain to make wishes about our reading livesShow notes are time-stamped below for your convenience. Read the transcript of the episode (this link only works on the main site). . . . ...2024-05-0600 minCurrently ReadingSeason 6, Episode 39: Teaching Future Generations + The Bookish OverhypeOn this episode of Currently Reading, Meredith and Kaytee are discussing: Bookish Moments: talking podcasting with young people and book to film buzz Current Reads: all the great, interesting, and/or terrible stuff we’ve been reading lately Deep Dive: All kinds of bookish overhype The Fountain: we visit our perfect fountain to make wishes about our reading lives Show notes are time-stamped below for your convenience. Read the transcript of the episode (this link only works on the main site) . . . . ...2024-05-0649 min
Currently ReadingSeason 6, Episode 37: New Hobbies + Our Love For MemoirsOn this episode of Currently Reading, Kaytee and Mary are discussing:Bookish Moments: fun new hobbies and maybe not having a bookish momentCurrent Reads: all the great, interesting, and/or terrible stuff we’ve been reading latelyDeep Dive: our love for all things memoirThe Fountain: we visit our perfect fountain to make wishes about our reading livesShow notes are time-stamped below for your convenience. Read the transcript of the episode (this link only works on the main site). . . . 2024-04-2200 minCurrently ReadingSeason 6, Episode 37: New Hobbies + Our Love For MemoirsOn this episode of Currently Reading, Kaytee and Mary are discussing: Bookish Moments: fun new hobbies and maybe not having a bookish moment Current Reads: all the great, interesting, and/or terrible stuff we’ve been reading lately Deep Dive: our love for all things memoir The Fountain: we visit our perfect fountain to make wishes about our reading lives Show notes are time-stamped below for your convenience. Read the transcript of the episode (this link only works on the main site) . . . . 2024-04-221h 01
Currently ReadingSeason 6, Episode 30: Roxanna and Mary Take Over + Tropes They Want To See More OfOn this episode of Currently Reading, Roxanna and Mary are discussing:Bookish Moments: teaching littles to read and a book pressCurrent Reads: all the great, interesting, and/or terrible stuff we’ve been reading latelyDeep Dive: tropes Roxanna and Mary want to see MORE of in their readingThe Fountain: we visit our perfect fountain to make wishes about our reading livesShow notes are time-stamped below for your convenience. Read the transcript of the episode (this link only works on the main site). ...2024-03-0400 minCurrently ReadingSeason 6, Episode 30: Roxanna and Mary Take Over + Tropes They Want To See More OfOn this episode of Currently Reading, Roxanna and Mary are discussing: Bookish Moments: teaching littles to read and a book press Current Reads: all the great, interesting, and/or terrible stuff we’ve been reading lately Deep Dive: tropes Roxanna and Mary want to see MORE of in their reading The Fountain: we visit our perfect fountain to make wishes about our reading lives Show notes are time-stamped below for your convenience. Read the transcript of the episode (this link only works on the main site) . ...2024-03-041h 03
Currently ReadingMinisode: Our Show Regulars' Top 10 of 2023We know you’ll be thrilled to hear from Mary and Roxanna again this weekend as you’ve been asking for their top 10 lists, and we’ve got them for you!Show notes are time-stamped below for your convenience. Read the transcript of the episode (this link only works on the main site)....1:15 - 2023 Reading Review3:02 - CR Season 6, Episode 22 (Meredith and Kaytee’s top 10)5:26 - Currently Reading Patreon8:30 - Our Top Ten Reads of 20238:43 - The Uncommon Reader by Alan B...2024-01-1900 minCurrently ReadingMinisode: Our Show Regulars' Top 10 of 2023We know you’ll be thrilled to hear from Mary and Roxanna again this weekend as you’ve been asking for their top 10 lists, and we’ve got them for you! Show notes are time-stamped below for your convenience. Read the transcript of the episode (this link only works on the main site) . . . . 1:15 - 2023 Reading Review 3:02 - CR Season 6, Episode 22 (Meredith and Kaytee’s top 10) 5:26 - Currently Reading Patreon 8:30 - Our Top Ten Reads of 2023 8:43 - The Uncommon Reader by Alan B...2024-01-1959 min
Currently ReadingSeason 6, Episode 23: Book Nooks + Endings That Affect How We Feel About A BookOn this episode of Currently Reading, Kaytee and Mary are discussing:Bookish Moments: gifting books to little ones and accessing our TBRCurrent Reads: all the great, interesting, and/or terrible stuff we’ve been reading latelyDeep Dive: how the endings of books could make or break our feelings about the book as a wholeThe Fountain: we visit our perfect fountain to make wishes about our reading livesShow notes are time-stamped below for your convenience. Read the transcript of the episode (this link only works on the...2024-01-1500 minCurrently ReadingSeason 6, Episode 23: Book Nooks + Endings That Affect How We Feel About A BookOn this episode of Currently Reading, Kaytee and Mary are discussing: Bookish Moments: gifting books to little ones and accessing our TBR Current Reads: all the great, interesting, and/or terrible stuff we’ve been reading lately Deep Dive: how the endings of books could make or break our feelings about the book as a whole The Fountain: we visit our perfect fountain to make wishes about our reading lives Show notes are time-stamped below for your convenience. Read the transcript of the episode (this link only works on the...2024-01-1559 min
Currently ReadingSeason 6, Episode 20: Acts of Service + Themed Reading MonthsOn this episode of Currently Reading, Kaytee and Meredith are discussing:Bookish Moments: sweet acts of service and manifesting wintry feelingsCurrent Reads: all the great, interesting, and/or terrible stuff we’ve been reading latelyDeep Dive: themed reading months and how we incorporate them into our reading livesThe Fountain: we visit our perfect fountain to make wishes about our reading livesShow notes are time-stamped below for your convenience. Read the transcript of the episode (this link only works on the main site). ...2023-12-1800 minCurrently ReadingSeason 6, Episode 20: Acts of Service + Themed Reading MonthsOn this episode of Currently Reading, Kaytee and Meredith are discussing: Bookish Moments: sweet acts of service and manifesting wintry feelings Current Reads: all the great, interesting, and/or terrible stuff we’ve been reading lately Deep Dive: themed reading months and how we incorporate them into our reading lives The Fountain: we visit our perfect fountain to make wishes about our reading lives Show notes are time-stamped below for your convenience. Read the transcript of the episode (this link only works on the main site) . ...2023-12-1854 min
Currently ReadingSeason 6, Episode 14: Our Bookish Impact + What Makes A Great Gift BookOn this episode of Currently Reading, Kaytee and Meredith are discussing:Bookish Moments: work retreats and our bookish impact in a listener’s classroomCurrent Reads: all the great, interesting, and/or terrible stuff we’ve been reading latelyDeep Dive: what makes a great gift bookThe Fountain: we visit our perfect fountain to make wishes about our reading livesShow notes are time-stamped below for your convenience. Read the transcript of the episode (this link only works on the main site). . . . ...2023-11-0600 minCurrently ReadingSeason 6, Episode 14: Our Bookish Impact + What Makes A Great Gift BookOn this episode of Currently Reading, Kaytee and Meredith are discussing: Bookish Moments: work retreats and our bookish impact in a listener’s classroom Current Reads: all the great, interesting, and/or terrible stuff we’ve been reading lately Deep Dive: what makes a great gift book The Fountain: we visit our perfect fountain to make wishes about our reading lives Show notes are time-stamped below for your convenience. Read the transcript of the episode (this link only works on the main site) . . . ...2023-11-0655 min
Currently ReadingSeason 5, Episode 46: Reading in Perfect Time + Bookish Travel AgentsOn this week’s episode of Currently Reading, Kaytee and Mary are discussing:Bookish Moments: reading on certain dates and galley homeworkCurrent Reads: all the great, interesting, and/or terrible stuff we’ve been reading latelyDeep Dive: we are bookish travel agents, choosing books to match your travelsThe Fountain: we visit our perfect fountain to make wishes about our reading livesAs per usual, time-stamped show notes are below with references to every book and resource we mentioned in this episode. If you’d like to listen...2023-06-2600 minCurrently ReadingSeason 5, Episode 46: Reading in Perfect Time + Bookish Travel AgentsOn this week’s episode of Currently Reading, Kaytee and Mary are discussing: Bookish Moments: reading on certain dates and galley homework Current Reads: all the great, interesting, and/or terrible stuff we’ve been reading lately Deep Dive: we are bookish travel agents, choosing books to match your travels The Fountain: we visit our perfect fountain to make wishes about our reading lives As per usual, time-stamped show notes are below with references to every book and resource we mentioned in this episode. If you’d like to listen...2023-06-2648 minCurrently ReadingSeason 5, Episode 42: Book Recs from Friends + Gateway BooksOn this week’s episode of Currently Reading, Kaytee and Meredith are discussing: Bookish Moments: behind the scenes content and a literary festival Current Reads: all the great, interesting, and/or terrible stuff we’ve been reading lately Deep Dive: the best “gateway” books to get a new or struggling reader addicted The Fountain: we visit our perfect fountain to make wishes about our reading lives As per usual, time-stamped show notes are below with references to every book and resource we mentioned in this episode. If you’d like to li...2023-05-2957 minCurrently ReadingSeason 5, Episode 39: Our Favorite Publishers and ImprintsOn this week’s episode of Currently Reading, Meredith and Kaytee are discussing: Bookish Moments: a mom win via a bookish fail, and fielding reader retreat questions Current Reads: all the great, interesting, and/or terrible stuff we’ve been reading lately Deep Dive: we both got a bit of education this week learning about publishers versus imprints and discussing our favorites The Fountain: we visit our perfect fountain to make wishes about our reading lives As per usual, time-stamped show notes are below with references to every book and...2023-05-0847 minCurrently ReadingSeason 5, Episode 36: Lots of Feels + How Grief Changes ReadingOn this week’s episode of Currently Reading, Kaytee and Mary are discussing: Bookish Moments: a collective search and a reading life realization Current Reads: all the great, interesting, and/or terrible stuff we’ve been reading lately Deep Dive: how grief affects reading The Fountain: we visit our perfect fountain to make wishes about our reading lives As per usual, time-stamped show notes are below with references to every book and resource we mentioned in this episode. If you’d like to listen first and not spoil the surpri...2023-04-1752 minCurrently ReadingSeason 5, Episode 26: Library Wins + Novels About Raging FeminismOn this week’s episode of Currently Reading, Kaytee and Mary are discussing: Bookish Moments: a great library newsletter and a reading milestone Current Reads: all the great, interesting, and/or terrible stuff we’ve been reading lately Deep Dive: taking a look at the feminist rage trope and diving in hard The Fountain: we visit our perfect fountain to make wishes about our reading lives As per usual, time-stamped show notes are below with references to every book and resource we mentioned in this episode. If you’d like t...2023-01-3057 minCurrently ReadingMinisode: Our Show Regulars' Top 5 of 2022Today’s minisode has an additional top 5 list to add to your 2023 TBRs! We’ve got Mindy, Mary, and Roxanna here with their favorite books of 2022, and their conversation is not-to-be-missed! These three had the best time chatting together without any hosts, and we’re so grateful to Mindy for pulling this episode together behind-the-scenes! Minisode show notes are not timestamped or transcripted, but linked titles are below for you to peruse. *Please note that all book titles linked below are Bookshop affiliate links. Your cost is the same, but a small portion of your purchas...2023-01-1355 minCurrently ReadingSeason 5, Episode 23: Starting the Year Right + Author CompletistsOn this week’s episode of Currently Reading, Meredith and Kaytee are discussing: Bookish Moments: a big sale, a reading husband, and 2023 reading observations Current Reads: all the great, interesting, and/or terrible stuff we’ve been reading lately Deep Dive: author completists - the ones we’ve read all of and the ones we want to read all of The Fountain: we visit our perfect fountain to make wishes about our reading lives As per usual, time-stamped show notes are below with references to every book and resource we men...2023-01-0956 minCurrently ReadingSeason 5, Episode 21: A Look Back - Our Favorite Books of 2018On this week’s episode of Currently Reading, Meredith and Kaytee are revisiting the very first Top 10 episode we ever aired. We’ve grown a lot as podcasters since then and our tastes have changed some, so it was a fun trip down memory lane. We hope this episode stocks your TBRs with books that are ALL backlist now, and easy to grab from the library! As per usual, time-stamped show notes are below with references to every book and resource we mentioned in this episode. If you’d like to listen first and not spoil the surpri...2022-12-1946 minCurrently ReadingSeason 5, Episode 17: Book Gushing + Great Covers That Made the Book BetterOn this week’s episode of Currently Reading, Kaytee and Meredith are discussing: Bookish Moments: travel reading and two great bookish podcast episodes Current Reads: buzzy books, sci-fi, and plenty of murder Deep Dive: book covers that enhanced our reading experience The Fountain: we visit our perfect fountain to make wishes about our reading lives As per usual, time-stamped show notes are below with references to every book and resource we mentioned in this episode. If you’d like to listen first and not spoil the surprise, don’t scroll...2022-11-2150 minCurrently ReadingSeason 5, Episode 4: Our Books as a Gauge + Reading the WorldOn this week’s episode of Currently Reading, Kaytee and Roxanna are discussing: Bookish Moments: reading as a gauge and a library cookbook Current Reads: books we’ve been guarding like precious gems Deep Dive: reading the world - why and how The Fountain: we visit our perfect fountain to make wishes over our reading lives As per usual, time-stamped show notes are below with references to every book and resource we mentioned in this episode. If you’d like to listen first and not spoil the surprise, don’t scroll...2022-08-221h 04Currently ReadingSeason 4, Episode 46: The Listener Press!On this week’s episode of Currently Reading, Kaytee and Meredith are discussing: 18 fantastic books that listeners want to Press into your hands! Get out your Library hold list! As per usual, time-stamped show notes are below with references to every book and resource we mentioned in this episode. If you’d like to listen first and not spoil the surprise, don’t scroll down! New: we are now including transcripts of the episode (this link only works on the main site). These are generated by AI, so they may not be perfectly accurate...2022-07-0454 minCurrently ReadingSeason 4, Episode 44: Book Hypnotism + Family Vacation Book ClubOn this week’s episode of Currently Reading, Kaytee and Mary are discussing: Bookish Moments: a new social media delight and a bookish gathering Current Reads: each of us sneakily convinces the other one to read a book that she wasn’t sure about before Deep Dive: we are planning the bookstacks to bring on your family vacation so that everyone can read together Book Presses: a YA drama from a favorite author and a diverse multiverse sci-fi adventure As per usual, time-stamped show notes are below with references to e...2022-06-2048 minCurrently ReadingSeason 4, Episode 40: So Many Murder Books + Disaster BooksOn this week’s episode of Currently Reading, Kaytee and Meredith are discussing: Bookish Moments: derailed reading and theater nerdery Current Reads: We are exceptionally murdery today. Sorry, not sorry. Deep Dive: books about all kinds of disasters Book Presses: a cozy series we love and a parenting book of joy As per usual, time-stamped show notes are below with references to every book and resource we mentioned in this episode. If you’d like to listen first and not spoil the surprise, don’t scroll down! New: we...2022-05-2351 minCurrently ReadingSeason 4, Episode 39: Soldiering On + Our Five Rules for ReadingOn this week’s episode of Currently Reading, Meredith and Kaytee are discussing: Bookish Moments: finishing up school and reading when the wheels fall off Current Reads: all kinds of books for you today, readers Deep Dive: our five (personal) rules for reading Book Presses: falling in love with the octopus and a creepy twins As per usual, time-stamped show notes are below with references to every book and resource we mentioned in this episode. If you’d like to listen first and not spoil the surprise, don’t scroll...2022-05-1656 minCurrently ReadingSeason 4, Episode 38: Curating Our Shelves + Reading During a Big Switch-UpOn this week’s episode of Currently Reading, Kaytee and Mary are discussing: Bookish Moments: delightful Zoom meetings and used books for “complete” shelves Current Reads: some thrills, some nonfiction, some YA, and some romance Deep Dive: reading during a big life change Book Presses: a married people romance and a narrative non fiction gem As per usual, time-stamped show notes are below with references to every book and resource we mentioned in this episode. If you’d like to listen first and not spoil the surprise, don’t scroll dow...2022-05-0952 minCurrently ReadingSeason 4, Episode 35: Dream Bookshelves + Exiting the Comfort ZoneOn this week’s episode of Currently Reading, Kaytee and Meredith are discussing: Bookish Moments: beautiful bookshelves and a booktuber to love Current Reads: we’re all over the map this week with poetry and Cozy+ and a book I should have loved but didn’t and so much more! Deep Dive: reading outside of our comfort zones Book Presses: books that we didn’t expect to love As per usual, time-stamped show notes are below with references to every book and resource we mentioned in this episode. If you’d li...2022-04-1853 minCurrently ReadingSeason 4, Episode 27: Happy Sighs + An On-Ramp to RomanceOn this week’s episode of Currently Reading, Mary and Kaytee are discussing: Bookish Moments: a fabulous buddy read and a young reader milestone Current Reads: this week we have a lot of books we really loved. There may be gushing. Deep Dive: an on-ramp to romance, from fade to black to spicy fun Book Presses: a perfectly midwestern story and a short story collection As per usual, time-stamped show notes are below with references to every book and resource we mentioned in this episode. If you’d like to l...2022-02-1448 minCurrently ReadingMinisode: Mindy and Mary’s Top 10 Books of 2021Today's minisode has an additional top 10 list to add to your 2022 TBRs! We’ve got Mindy and Mary here with their favorite books of 2021, and their conversation is not-to-be-missed! Note that they recorded this episode before Meredith and Kaytee’s released, so there are some repeats, but no one knew about the other’s lists! Minisode show notes are not timestamped, but linked titles are below for you to peruse. *Please note that all book titles linked below are Bookshop affiliate links. Your cost is the same, but a small portion of your purchase will come ba...2022-01-0748 minCurrently ReadingSeason 4, Episode 21: Our Top Ten Books of 2021!On this week’s episode of Currently Reading, Kaytee and Meredith are discussing: Our top ten books of 2021! It’s our longest episode ever, and we are so excited to share it with you as we jump into a new year! As per usual, time-stamped show notes are below with references to every book and resource we mentioned in this episode. If you’d like to listen first and not spoil the surprise, don’t scroll down! New: we are now including transcripts of the episode (this link only works on the main site). Th...2022-01-031h 22Currently ReadingSeason 4, Episode 18: Books We Both Read + Reading Your ShelvesOn this week’s episode of Currently Reading, Mary and Kaytee are discussing: Bookish Moments: holiday reading and a Bookish dentist visit Current Reads: some books that we both read that we can discuss together Deep Dive: how to move those books from TBR to read - reading your shelves! Book Presses: a delightful classic and a middle grade gem As per usual, time-stamped show notes are below with references to every book and resource we mentioned in this episode. If you’d like to listen first and not spoi...2021-11-2946 minCurrently ReadingSeason 4, Episode 12: Book Gushing + Packing Your Non-Fiction November TBROn this week’s episode of Currently Reading, Mary and Kaytee are discussing: Bookish Moments: indie bookstore moments for a day date and a meetup Current Reads: we both have books today that are contenders for favorite of the year Deep Dive: we talk about multiple categories of books that we have loved and think you might love for non-fiction November Book Presses: two more NF picks, both memoir As per usual, time-stamped show notes are below with references to every book and resource we mentioned in this episode. If...2021-10-1854 minCurrently ReadingSeason 4, Episode 9: Books from Authors We've Loved Before + Constructive Spicy OpinionsOn this week’s episode of Currently Reading, Meredith and Kaytee are discussing: Bookish Moments: emotional reading and books about anxiety for kids Current Reads: quite a few new and backlist releases from authors we love Deep Dive: strong opinions and constructive criticism - how to review a book that didn’t land for you. Book Presses: books that might not be for everyone, but were absolutely for us. As per usual, time-stamped show notes are below with references to every book and resource we mentioned in this episode. If y...2021-09-2759 minCurrently ReadingSeason 4, Episode 5: Back to School with Campus NovelsOn this week’s episode of Currently Reading, Kaytee and Mary are discussing: Bookish Moments: Pages at the Park and picking new curriciula Current Reads: following up on a series, going on adventures, and learning through reading fiction and non-fiction Deep Dive: back to school - our favorite campus novels Book Presses: a foodie memoir and back to school for non-school-age readers As per usual, time-stamped show notes are below with references to every book and resource we mentioned in this episode. If you’d like to listen first and...2021-08-3047 minCurrently ReadingSeason 4, Episode 2: Books with Great Titles + Auto-Buy AuthorsOn this week’s episode of Currently Reading, Meredith and Kaytee are discussing: Bookish Moments: a book that confused us both, and a great podcast episode Current Reads: a second in a series, a great premise, a great title, and a book filled with a-holes Deep Dive: the authors whose books we pre-order as soon as we know about them Book Presses: two presses from some of our favorite auto-buy authors As per usual, time-stamped show notes are below with references to every book and resource we mentioned in th...2021-08-0957 minCurrently ReadingSeason 4, Episode 1: Unexpected Emotions + How We Spent Our BreakOn this week’s episode of Currently Reading, Meredith and Kaytee are discussing: Bookish Moments: in-person Bookish Friends, and letting Bookstagram pick a book Current Reads: buzzy books, backlist books, and under-the-radar gems Deep Dive: how we spent our summer break Book Presses: a book that divided the internet and a book with not a great setup As per usual, time-stamped show notes are below with references to every book and resource we mentioned in this episode. If you’d like to listen first and not spoil the surprise, don’...2021-08-0249 minCurrently ReadingSeason 3, Episode 48: Very Special Episode - Ask Us Anything!On this week’s Very Special episode of Currently Reading, all four of us are wrapping up Season 3 with our Ask Us Anything episode! We received over 12 PAGES of questions for this episode and this is the first time that we’ve had all four of us on mic before, so all of this is new! As per usual, time-stamped show notes are below with references to every book and resource we mentioned in this episode. If you’d like to listen first and not spoil the surprise, don’t scroll down! New: we are no...2021-07-1254 minCurrently ReadingSeason 3, Episode 45: Come Find Me in 30 Minutes + Improving Our Reading LivesOn this week’s episode of Currently Reading, Meredith and Kaytee are discussing: Bookish Moments: a new book podcast and a seasoned parenting tip Current Reads: an eye-opener, a creepy read, a missed opportunity, a huggable book, a new book from a favorite author, and an under-the-radar gem. We’ve got it all! Deep Dive: what could be better about your reading life? Book Presses: a book that shows you all the dirty laundry and one that is cinematic As per usual, time-stamped show notes are below with references to e...2021-06-2144 minCurrently ReadingSeason 3, Episode 41: Buying Books and Reading Books are Two Different HobbiesOn this week’s episode of Currently Reading, Meredith and Kaytee are discussing: Bookish Moments: a third copy of a book one loves, and a summer reading guide we both adore Current Reads: some books we enjoyed that we don’t know to whom we should recommend Deep Dive: a defense of book buying, and book organizing, and how it’s different from book reading Book Presses: a great Pride Month (June in the US) pick and a beach read that will chill you to the bone As per usual...2021-05-2447 minCurrently ReadingMinisode: A Taste of the Indie Press List!Today, we are sharing our new baby with you. The Indie Press List is doing BIG things and we are thrilled to give you a taste of this goodness. If you’d like to get future episodes (including two more from Fabled in April and May 2021), we’d love for you to join us on Patreon. To shop: we would love for you to go directly to the page that Fabled has set up for us for you to make your purchases. It includes each of the little blurbs that we read aloud on this episode. And, of course, you...2021-05-0726 minCurrently ReadingSeason 3, Episode 38: Eating Humble Pie + IRL and Bookish FriendshipsOn this week’s episode of Currently Reading, Kaytee and Mindy are discussing: Bookish Moments: A sisterly conversation and a masking win Current Reads: books we are so glad we read, from beginning to end Deep Dive: how to make your IRL friendship bookish and how to make your bookish friendship IRL Book Presses: a YA book that seems to be universally beloved and a way to make friends in your neighborhood As per usual, time-stamped show notes are below with references to every book and resource we mentioned in...2021-05-0344 minCurrently ReadingSeason 3, Episode 34: The Reading Playground + Genres We Shy Away FromOn this week’s episode of Currently Reading, Meredith and Kaytee are discussing: Bookish Moments: immersive reading and a bookish gift Current Reads: we are all over the playground of reading taste Deep Dive: we discuss which genres we shy away from Book Presses: a few memoirs for those of you who shy away (ahem, Meredith) As per usual, time-stamped show notes are below with references to every book and resource we mentioned in this episode. If you’d like to listen first and not spoil the surprise, don’t scro...2021-04-0547 minCurrently ReadingSeason 3, Episode 33: Reckoning with Romance - Special Guest Rebekah HofferOn this week’s episode of Currently Reading, Kaytee is with special guest host Rebekah Hoffer and they are discussing: Bookish Moments: completing a goal and a new library trick Current Reads: there’s a lot of love in these current reads as well as an essay collection Deep Dive: romance basics plus why we read it Book Presses: a picture book and historical romance As per usual, time-stamped show notes are below with references to every book and resource we mentioned in this episode. If you’d like to lis...2021-03-2947 minCurrently ReadingSeason 3, Episode 28: All the Buddy Reads + Genre ConvincersOn this week’s episode of Currently Reading, Kaytee and Mary are discussing: Bookish Moments: an Instagram buddy read and freeing up time for more reading Current Reads: trigger warnings and fluff and all the in between Deep Dive: genre convincers - a new word, we made it up Book Presses: a springtime read and a YA Fantasy genre convincer As per usual, time-stamped show notes are below with references to every book and resource we mentioned in this episode. If you’d like to listen first and not spoi...2021-02-2242 minCurrently ReadingSeason 3, Episode 26: I Live There Now + Books That Make Us LOLOn this week’s episode of Currently Reading, Kaytee and Meredith are discussing: Bookish Moments: a mini book club and a lack of restraint Current Reads: fantasy is the name of the game here, along with some YA, a book pan, and a graphic novel Deep Dive: we are chatting about the books that made us actually laugh out loud Book Presses: a middle-grade treasure and a humorous work of stunt journalism As per usual, time-stamped show notes are below with references to every book and resource we mentioned in...2021-02-0846 minCurrently ReadingMinisode: Mindy and Mary's Top 10 of 2020Welcome, friends! We handed over the mics to Mindy and Mary today to go over their top ten lists for 2020, by listener request! We think you’ll love one more top ten list for the year, right? Minisode show notes are not time-stamped but the titles are below for you to peruse. They are also not transcribed since this is bonus content. *Please note that all book titles linked below are Amazon affiliate links. Your cost is the same, but a small portion of your purchase will come back to us to help offset the co...2021-01-2244 minCurrently ReadingSeason 3, Episode 21: Our Last Episode of 2020 + Year-End Reading ReflectionsOn this week’s episode of Currently Reading, Meredith and Kaytee are discussing: Bookish Moments: the joy of passing along books, and spousal reading time Current Reads: comfort reads and books we loved Deep Dive: a reflection on our 2020 reading lives Book Presses: a redemption press and a dystopian pandemic As per usual, time-stamped show notes are below with references to every book and resource we mentioned in this episode. If you’d like to listen first and not spoil the surprise, don’t scroll down! New: we are...2020-12-2146 minCurrently ReadingSeason 3, Episode 12: Big Bookish Feelings + Spoopy Season ReadingToday, Kaytee and Mary are discussing: Bookish Moments: virtual author events and a library fake out Current Reads: books that get better and better and have big emotions Deep Dive: what is spoopy season? And what do we read for peak spoopiness? Book Presses: spoopy presses for your shelves As per usual, time-stamped show notes are below with references to every book and resource we mentioned in this episode. If you’d like to listen first and not spoil the surprise, don’t scroll down! New: we are n...2020-10-1951 minCurrently ReadingSeason 3, Episode 3: Reading Therapy Sessions for Several Different Kinds of ReadersToday, Kaytee and Mary are discussing: Bookish Moments: a perfect reading spot, and a fun bonus episode for Patrons Current Reads: happy reads mixed with bizarre ones bouncing back and forth Deep Dive: reading therapy - we are making up therapy clients and then giving them books to read! Book Presses: fantastic YA from both of us: one pretty new and one that’s almost a decade old! As per usual, time-stamped show notes are below with references to every book and resource we mentioned in this episode. If yo...2020-08-1750 minCurrently ReadingMinisode: The Reader's Guide to Homeschool with Mindy and KayteeToday, Kaytee and Mindy are here to share our homeschool wisdom. Between us, we have 27 years of homeschooling experience, and we are excited to share with you a bunch of what we’ve learned in that time. Minisode episodes are not time stamped, but we have a quick list of topics: Getting Started: how much time it takes to homeschool, providing structure and routine (poster board and post-its, spiral notebooks), outside play, when to start formal school Homeschool specific: philosphies and methods of education, how to choose curricula, when to abandon a curriculum, homeschool preschool so...2020-08-1454 minCurrently ReadingSeason 2, Episode 47: Evil Book Twins (and Why You Need One!)Today, Meredith and Kaytee are discussing: Bookish Moments: a zoom call and a buddy read Current Reads: apocalyptic, scary, ho-hum, heartwarming, icky, and revealing. We’ve got a bit of everything! Deep Dive: the anti-book twin or… the EVIL book twin! Book Presses: a historical fiction novel with broad appeal and a favorite mystery series As per usual, time-stamped show notes are below with references to every book and resource we mentioned in this episode. If you’d like to listen first and not spoil the surprise, don’t scroll d...2020-06-2941 minCurrently ReadingSeason 2, Episode 46: Say Hello to our Newest Host + Books that Shook Our WorldviewsToday, Kaytee and Mary are discussing: An Introduction: Mary has been a guest twice before and we are excited to welcome her on more regularly as a co-host in rotation! Bookish Moments: baby milestones and the NYT Bestseller list Current Reads: some YA, some LGBT+ reads for Pride month, some mystery, and some family drama Deep Dive: SHOOK: The Books that Rocked Our World(views) Book Presses: some food for your soul and an eye-opening memoir As per usual, time-stamped show notes are below with references to...2020-06-2249 minCurrently ReadingSeason 2, Episode 30: Joining a Book Cult + The Art of the Buddy ReadReady for your newly slimmed down show notes? (Don’t worry, the timestamps and links are STILL HERE): Meredith and Kaytee are discussing: Bookish Moments: a digital library challenge and an audiobook realization Current Reads: five-star books by black authors, suspense and MG winners Deep Dive: Buddy Reading Book Presses: a graphic novel for adults lands and as classic middle grade pick As per usual, time-stamped show notes are below with references to every book and resource we mentioned in this episode. If you’d like to list...2020-03-0244 minCurrently ReadingSeason 2, Episode 29: The Golden Earbud Awards :: Our Choices for the Best AudiobooksKaytee and Mindy are ready for a Currently Reading first: award season! You’ll hear a “bookish moment of the week” from each host: a buddy read with a daughter and thrifting for books Next, we discuss our current reads for the week. This week’s books are full of big sighs in ways both good and bad, and sweet stories that will stick with you. For our deep dive this week, we are giving out our first Golden Earbud Awards. During award season, we’re evaluating red carpet looks and the best stories to...2020-02-2457 minCurrently ReadingSeason 2, Episode 12: Meredith’s Big Reading “Pause” + Books By Authors from Other Countries Kaytee and Meredith are back into their routine after some guests and a big shake-up, and we’re excited to be here! You’ll hear a “bookish moment of the week” from each of us: moving and the big changes it brings, a #bookstagram challenge. Next, we discuss our current reads for the week. This week is going to feel a little different for a number of reasons. Take a listen to hear about 2 books Kaytee read recently and then we’ll talk about what’s happening with Meredith’s reading life. We’ll move on to a...2019-10-2151 minCurrently ReadingSeason 2, Episode 8: We Talk Books with Special Guest Anne BogelMeredith and Kaytee are chatting this week with a very special guest! She is the person that has been MOST requested as a guest on our show, and she’s here! Anne Bogel, creator of Modern Mrs. Darcy and What Should I Read Next, and general, all-around amazing lady, is chatting with us today and we couldn’t be more excited. You’ll hear a “bookish moment of the week” from all three of us: two are very similar in that they involve bookish friendships, and one is a library-related book demerit (a la Gretchen Rubin on the Happie...2019-09-231h 00Currently ReadingEpisode 42: Audiobooks for your Summer Road Trip + The Reading Life of Guest Host Heather Chollar Kaytee has a special guest co-host joining her this week, and I can’t wait to share her with you. You’ve heard me mention “my Heather” many times on the podcast, and today she’s recording with me to bring you a very special episode. Continuing Important announcement: we have a great discount code to share with you from The Bookshelf Thomasville! Now through June 30th, you can get anything on their website for 10% off using the code CURRENTLYREADING (wow!!!) This would be a great time to pick up a Shelf Subscription for yourself or others! You...2019-06-1037 minCurrently ReadingEpisode 40: Books that Saved Our Lives Kaytee and Meredith are back on track with another episode, recorded just a day after the last one. You’ll never guess it though! Important announcement this week: we have a great discount code to share with you from The Bookshelf Thomasville! Now through June 30th, you can get anything on their website for 10% off using the code CURRENTLYREADING (wow!!!) This would be a great time to pick up a Shelf Subscription for yourself or others! You’ll hear a “bookish moment of the week” from each of us: a re-read experience of a favorite novel an...2019-05-2743 minCurrently ReadingEpisode 36: Our Favorite Books for Babies + A Bookish Baby Shower for (Return) Guest Mary Heim We’ve got another “first” for the podcast this week! We are talking to our first return guest! You met Mary Heim in Episode 24 when she recorded with Meredith. Now, she’s back to chat with both of us and we’re so excited. Again. ;-) You’ll hear a “bookish moment of the week” from each of us: an upcoming bookish holiday (now just past), finishing the second book in a series, and an audiobook binge. Next, we discuss our current reads for the week. We’ve got two current reads from each host and Meredith and M...2019-04-2959 minCurrently ReadingEpisode 28: The Joy of Reading with Kids + Special Co-Hosts Jackson and Micah! Meredith and Kaytee are so excited to finally bring you this very special episode, which we, and our kiddos, have been looking forward to for a long time! You’ll hear a “bookish moment of the week” from each of the hosts: preparing with our sons for the special deep dive in this week’s episode (yep, that’s one bookish moment for the two of us!). Next, we discuss our current reads. Since we wanted to leave time for the kids, we give you only two (and a half) titles each this week, and they are a...2019-03-0439 minCurrently ReadingEpisode 27: Left Turns, Challenge Wins + Bookish Pet PeevesKaytee and Meredith are so excited to get back into our discussion this week that we have a hard time keeping our bookish opinions to ourselves. You’ll hear a “bookish moment of the week” from each of the hosts: meeting a book resolution and a happy abundance of book mail. Next, we discuss our current reads. We have some very seriously large opinions about our books this week. If you’ve ever wondered what it’s like for Meredith to get spicy, you’re in luck! This episode was recorded on Valentine’s Day, so… sin...2019-02-2554 minCurrently ReadingEpisode 24: Books That Make You Run to the Library + Special Guest Co-Host Mary HeimWhile Kaytee vacations this week, Meredith holds down the podcast fort with a special guest co-host. Mary Heim is an online bookish friend of both of us (and I can freely admit that I am SO jealous she got to record with Mary and I didn’t). You’ll hear a “bookish moment of the week” from each of the hosts: a sweet pregnancy reading moment, and bonding over husbands who read. Next, the ladies discuss what they are currently reading, and this week includes a thousand books that you’ll want to reach for ASAP. I ha...2019-02-0454 minCurrently ReadingEpisode 17: Cozy Reads and Books to Blow Your Socks Off + An Interview with Delia OwensMeredith and Kaytee are back in your earbuds this week with a broad array of books to tell you about! You’ll hear a “bookish moment of the week” from each of us: a personalized book gift FOR a friend, and a kidlit audiobook addiction. Next, we tackle what we are currently reading, some quick reads to hit your year-end goals, and a few books we cannot WAIT to talk to you about! Our super special deep dive this week centers on an interview with Delia Owens, writer of Where the Crawdads Sing. This b...2018-12-1753 minCurrently ReadingEpisode 6 - Backlist Gems and How DOES Kaytee Read So Darn Much?Kaytee and Meredith return this week to chat about books with you! How do you feel about the backlist? We’re going there. You’ll hear a “bookish moment of the week” from each of us: using books as a coping strategy and books that you’ve been meaning to read for more than decade… We dive in to discussing 3 books each. These mostly take a trip down backlist lane, because only one is brand new and the rest are back in the catalog. Next we get into every listener’s most-asked question: a brief overvi...2018-10-0155 minCurrently ReadingEpisode 2 - Book Metaphors and Page-Turning Novels Kaytee and Meredith are back in your earbuds for more bookish chat. You’ll hear a “bookish moment of the week” from each of us – something readerly in our lives that we want to highlight, and a few of the books we’ve finished reading lately. Meredith's famous (infamous?) book metaphors make their first podcast appearance in this episode. Broccoli, anyone? Next, we do a mini-deep-dive into some of the best audiobooks to get you started if you're new to the medium, and then we move onto what’s up next on the TBR pile. We fini...2018-09-1043 min