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Mostly FictionalEp. 107: Hallie's On-Deck-To-Read ListHallie still hasn't finished a book, but she's trying! And Pam has a book haul. Books mentioned, in order:The Queen of Paris: A Novel of Coco Chanel by Pamela Binnings EwenEmilienne by Pamela Binnings EwenSame As It Ever Was by Claire LombardoSandwich by Catherine NewmanThe Terror by Dan SimmonsThe Door by Magda SzabóThe Anthropocene Reviewed: Essays on a Human-Centered Planet by John GreenLa version qui n'intéresse personne (The Version That Interests No One) by Emmanuelle PierrotWild Dark Shore by Cha...2025-04-0241 min
Read the Last Page20. BOOK CLUB: The Wishing Game by Meg ShafferThis month we read the last page of The Wishing Game by Meg Shaffer 🌟 This Adult Fiction but still child-at-heart novel wasn't quite what either Bee or Dan expected! Tune in to our latest episode to hear what we thought about this read 💭Thanks for sticking with us while we had to flip-flop a yap sesh and book club--we'll be back to book clubbing on the first friday of the month in March with The Outsiders!Email us your thoughts on The Wishing Game! readthelastpagebookclub@gmail.comWe're on YouTube: @readth...2025-02-271h 45Read the Last Page20. BOOK CLUB: The Wishing Game by Meg ShafferThis month we read the last page of The Wishing Game by Meg Shaffer 🌟 This Adult Fiction but still child-at-heart novel wasn't quite what either Bee or Dan expected! Tune in to our latest episode to hear what we thought about this read 💭Thanks for sticking with us while we had to flip-flop a yap sesh and book club--we'll be back to book clubbing on the first friday of the month in March with The Outsiders!Email us your thoughts on The Wishing Game! readthelastpagebookclub@gmail.comWe're on YouTube: @readth...2025-02-221h 45
SAM&PAM's Book Radar "The Wishing Game" Book Review: Meg Shaffer's Magical Return to Clock IslandThe Wishing Game by Meg Shaffer is a fiction novel published in 2024 available on Amazon: https://amzn.to/3WWx27C"Using our affiliate links helps support the content we create."The story revolves around Lucy Hart, a former runaway and current teacher's aide, who receives an invitation to compete in a contest on Clock Island held by her favorite childhood author, Jack Masterson. The prize is the only copy of his new book, A Wish for Clock Island.Key themes: Wishing, childhood dreams, facing fears, second chances, and the power of stories.Unique elements...2025-02-1219 min
Awesome TodayAwesome Today anywayAll good things and all that. With sincere gratitude ...SHOW NOTESInvisible Strings: 113 poets respond to the songs of Taylor SwiftThe Lost Story, Meg ShafferThe Telepathy Tapes Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2025-01-271h 01
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 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 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 min
Apartment 29A201: Narnia Meets Peter Pan (The Lost Story by Meg Shaffer)Tea: Tropical Green by Shi Bui
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Check in: How has 2025 started?
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The Perks Of Being A Book Lover PodcastS12:Ep249 -The Lost Story with Guest Meg Shaffer + Library Book Recs - 1/15/25Our website - www.perksofbeingabooklover.com.
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This week we officially begin Season 12 so we have both a guest and book recommendations on a particular theme. Our guest this week is Meg Shaffer, best-selling author of The Wishing Game and The Lost Story. She talks to us about shifting gears to wr...2025-01-151h 04
Backlog BooksThe Lost StoryEpisode 99: The Lost Story by Meg Shaffer [transcript]
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Book GangThe Best Books of 2024We read a total of 482 books and are excited to share fifteen of our favorite titles from our 2024 reading list. Explore these new releases alongside our favorite backlist books for your best reading year yet.We invite you to browse our book lists featuring 25 of our favorites. Patrons will receive a printable checklist with today's book titles and some of our honorable mentions. SUPPORT MY WORK through Patreon!Best Books of the Year Full Lists:Larry's Top 25 Books of 2024 (Including Honorable Mentions)Amy's Top 25 Books of 2024Other B...2025-01-081h 57
The Book Snug PodcastS3, Chapter 4: Our Superlatives of 2024Send us a text2024 is over which means it's time to present our bookish superlatives of the year. Get ready for a fun discussion and a long list of books to either avoid or add to your TBR.Julia's BooksHiddensee by Gregory MaguireMy Rogue to Ruin by Erica RidleyThe Scribe by Matthew GuinnTinderbox by W.A. SimpsonThe 100-Year-Old Man Who Climbed Out a Window and Disappeared by Jonas JonassonThe Murmur of Bees by Sofia SegoviaThe Ten Thousand Doors of January by Alix E. HarrowThe Wishing Game by Meg ShafferRifle Paper C0. (J...2025-01-011h 05
Books and Boards PodThe Wishing Game by Meg ShafferIn this episode of Books and Boards, Kayla and Rachel cover The Wishing Game by Meg Shaffer. They share what book series shaped their love for reading as children and explain their mixed feelings about Mastermind Jack! They'll be taking a winter break in January, but will be back for more books (and boards) in 2025!
BOOK CLUB QUESTIONS:
We appreciated how this book revolved around the characters' love of books from their childhood. What books did this remind you of from your childhood, if any?
What fictional world would you like to visit from one of...2024-12-311h 11
Thoughts from a Page PodcastJoint Episode with Book Bumble - A Strong Sense of PlaceToday, the Book Bumble podcast and Thoughts from a Page come together for a joint episode about books contain a strong sense of place.Featured Books:The Lost Man by Jane Harper (CB)Homecoming by Kate Morton (CB)The Lost Story by Meg Shaffer (LH)Celine by Peter Heller (LH)The Ancients by John Larison (LP)Once There Were Wolves by Charlotte McConaghy (LP)Book In Hand:Raising Hare by Chloe Dalton (CB)Books Mentioned in This Episode:2024-12-1154 min
Book BumbleSense of Place with Special Guest Cindy Burnett - Season 3, Episode 9Send us a textIn today's episode we chat all things Sense of Place with our special guest, the one and only Cindy Burnett from Thoughts from a Page podcast! It's sure to transport you (wink, wink). Featured Books:The Lost Man by Jane Harper (CB)Homecoming by Kate Morton (CB)The Lost Story by Meg Shaffer (LH)Celine by Peter Heller (LH)The Ancients by John Larison (LP)Once There Were Wolves by Charlotte McConaghy (LP)...2024-12-1146 min
Raquel-Tanji(READ) Pdf The Lost Story BY Meg Shaffer in Englishstart Download or Read ebook The Lost Story Written by Meg Shaffer ePub Visit Link Bellow You Can Download or Read Book online for free Get Book Here 👉 https://pagebooklibs.blogspot.com/id/0593598873 Available versions: EPUB, PDF, MOBI, DOC, Kindle, Audiobook, etc. Summary : Inspired by C. S. Lewis?s The Chronicles of Narnia, this wild and wondrous novel is a fairy tale for grown-ups who still knock on the back of wardrobes?just in case?from the author of The Wishing Game.As boys, best friends Jeremy Cox and Rafe Howell went missing in a vast West Virginia state fore...2024-11-2500 minApartment 29A189: A Little Wonka (The Wishing Game by Meg Shaffer)Tea:
Victoria and Albert Collection - Mint Tea
Check-In:
Mom and Hurricane Milton
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The Wishing Game by Meg Shaffer
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Book GangHow Braving a Literary Seminar Shaped The Lost Story (With Meg Shaffer)Meg Shaffer takes us behind the scenes to the literary seminar with legendary writer Richard Russo, who helped her craft her cozy fantasy book, The Lost Story.Imposter syndrome is real and even our favorite authors experience it as they contemplate their next project. In this week's episode, we welcome back bestselling author Meg Shaffer to join us to discuss her latest cozy fantasy novel, The Lost Story, and the literary seminar with Richard Russo that guided this story and gave Meg the writing encouragement she always needed. Today, we discuss Meg's unique research methods, in...2024-10-1846 min
Lehigh Valley with Love PodcastConversations with Amy Jo Burns, Shelley Noble, and Meg Shaffer: A Preview of SOTA's Author EventsGet More LVWITHLOVE content
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In this episode, we sit down with three nationally acclaimed authors ahead of the Society of the Arts’ (SOTA) Cocktails with the Authors and Luncheon with the Authors events happening on Octob...2024-10-0829 minLehigh Valley with Love PodcastConversations with Amy Jo Burns, Shelley Noble, and Meg Shaffer: A Preview of SOTA's Author EventsGet More LVWITHLOVE content
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In this episode, we sit down with three nationally acclaimed authors ahead of the Society of the Arts’ (SOTA) Cocktails with the Authors and Luncheon with the Authors events happening on Octob...2024-10-0829 min
Trash or Treasure? Find your next (most likely romantic) read!Episode 195: Meg Shaffer’s ‘The Wishing Game’Don’t have time for terrible books? Kim and Aimee review ‘The Wishing Game’ by Meg Shaffer and try to work out what genre it is. (With reference to our reviews of ‘The House in the Cerulean Sea’ , ‘The Christmas Cuckoo’ and ‘The Guernsey Literary and Potato Peel Pie Society’.)Want to recommend a book? Send us a text!We LOVE it when our listeners ask us to read books! Please hit us with your suggestions via Instagram @trash.or.treasure.podcast, or email trashortreasurepodcast@outlook.com. 2024-09-2920 min
Lament of HopeUSA Today bestselling author of "The Wishing Game," Meg Shaffer, on new book, writing, and lifestyleI love Meg Shaffer's novel, The Wishing Game, and it was such fun to connect with her and hear more about her new book, The Lost Story, which was just released a month ago. Meg talked with me about her writing experiences with each of the novels, her writing journey in general, and the pros and cons of the freelance writing lifestyle.
2024-08-3052 min
Music for a Book PodcastSummer Mixtape #2: The Lost Story by Meg Shaffer ft. Hannah and BeccaWelcome to our second of four special Summer Mixtape Episodes where we bring on a guest host and have a book club style episode about the guest's book choice! This week, Hannah is joined by her long-time friend, Becca. Becca picked The Lost Story by Meg Shaffer and they have a fun discussion about fantasy and fairytales as adults.
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The Book Snug PodcastS2, Chapter 19: An IntermissionSend us a textStephany and Julia chat about their recent reading experiences and the books they’re looking forward to reading on vacation. They’ll be taking a brief hiatus in August, so they take some time to explain that, too.Books, etc. Mentioned in the Show· Children of Time by Adrian Tchaikovsky· Counting the Cost by Jill Dugger· I’m Glad My Mom Died by Jennette McCurdy· Into Thin Air by Jon Krakauer· I Cheerfully Refuse by Leif Enger· The Last Murder at the End of the Wor...2024-08-0729 min
DMPL PodcastBeyond the Shelves: The Library of Things (With Special Guest Kathleen)On the newest episode of Beyond the Shelves, Jes and Sarah talk with Kathleen, a Central Library Librarian that works with The Library of Things and Tech Central. She talks about developing the Library of Things, what items are most popular, how they decide what to purchase, and more! Borrow items from the Library of Things Borrow Board Games Borrow Family Board Games What Everyone's Reading Two Twisted Crowns, by Rachel Gillig The Wishing Game, by Meg Shaffer Icebreaker, by Hannah Grace Brat, by Gabriel Smith Bad Habit, by Alana Portero M...2024-08-0649 min
Book Talk, etc.📚 For the Love of Little Free Libraries 📚Send us a textIn Episode 162 of Book Talk, Etc., Tina and Hannah talk about Little Free Libraries! We explore what these charming book-sharing boxes are all about, where you can find them, and why we've become such big fans. From sharing our personal experiences of discovering bookish gems to discussing how we've made a conscious effort to seek them out, we'll cover it all! Join us as we celebrate the joy of sharing books and building community.If you enjoy our commercial-free podcast, please consider supporting us on Patreon! Your membership will give you...2024-08-0657 min
Tiny Town Library PodcastEpisode 46: Road Construction AheadHooray! Construction of the new road to the new library has begun!! Tune into this episode to catch up on all the good news from Mont Vernon and what’s been happening at the library this summer. JoAnn is wrapping up the adventurous Summer Reading Program and Amy has great book recommendations to get you to the end of summer! Happy August!!
Amy’s Book Recomendations
Books I Read Recently That I Enjoyed
First two books in Attica Locke’s Highway 59 Series:
Bluebird, Bluebird
Heaven, My Home
3rd Book Guide Me Home co...2024-08-0154 min
Bookmarks 'n BlanketsEp. 74 - April 2024 Reading Wrap-Up | A Solid Month as I Moved Across the CountryEven though I moved over 1,300 miles across the country in April, I still read a good amount of books. Come find out what I thought about these nine titles.You can find the companion blog here.I read a Historical Romance book as part of the #ReadChristianRomance Reading Challenge that one of my favorite BookTubers is hosting. If you want to learn more and join in the fun, you can watch her video announcement here.Books I Review in This Episode:The Hating Game by Sally ThorneThe Storied Life of...2024-07-2757 min
Bookstruck - Podcast literário57. Book Tag Capas de livrosLivros referidos neste episódio:
- "Inquebrável" de Tahereh Mafi
- "Fangirl" de Rainbow Rowell
- "Vicioso" de V.E. Schwab
- "Os noivos de inverno" de Christelle Dabos
- "Hachiko" de Lluís Prats
- "A seleção" de Kiera Kass
- "O Jogo dos desejos" de Meg Shaffer
- "A casa do mar cerúleo" de T.J. Klune
- "Os esquecidos de Domingo" de Valérie Perrin
- "A rainha do nada" de Holly Black
...2024-07-2336 min
Les lectures de SekhmetN°295 Rendez-vous sur l'île de l'horloge de Meg ShafferRendez-vous sur l'île de l'horloge de Meg Shaffer publié aux éditions NamiVenez retrouver le loufoque Jacq Masterson sur son île privé pour une aventure humaine ....Pour d'autre contenue littéraires et pour me donnez vos impressions lectures retrouvez moi sur mon compte instagram @les_lectures_de_sekhmet 😜 Hébergé par Ausha. Visitez ausha.co/politique-de-confidentialite pour plus d'informations.2024-07-1806 min
Discover Top Full Audiobooks in Romance, LGBTQ+The Lost Story: A Novel by Meg ShafferPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/721839to listen full audiobooks.
Title: The Lost Story: A Novel
Author: Meg Shaffer
Narrator: Jorjeana Marie
Format: Unabridged Audiobook
Length: 10 hours 22 minutes
Release date: July 16, 2024
Ratings: Ratings of Book: 4.5 of Total 2
Genres: LGBTQ+
Publisher's Summary:
Inspired by C. S. Lewis’s The Chronicles of Narnia, this wild and wondrous novel is a fairy tale for grown-ups who still knock on the back of wardrobes—just in case—from the author of The Wishing Game. “This is the book you’ve been waiting for.”—Richard Russo, Pulitzer Prize–winning author of Empire Falls and the North Bath Trilogy As...2024-07-1710h 22
Discover Top Full Audiobooks in Romance, LGBTQ+The Lost Story: A Novel by Meg ShafferPlease visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/721839 to listen full audiobooks. Title: The Lost Story: A Novel Author: Meg Shaffer Narrator: Jorjeana Marie Format: Unabridged Audiobook Length: 10 hours 22 minutes Release date: July 16, 2024 Ratings: Ratings of Book: 4.5 of Total 2 Genres: LGBTQ+ Publisher's Summary: Inspired by C. S. Lewis’s The Chronicles of Narnia, this wild and wondrous novel is a fairy tale for grown-ups who still knock on the back of wardrobes—just in case—from the author of The Wishing Game. “This is the book you’ve been waiting for.”—Richard Russo, Pulitzer Prize–winning author of Empire Falls and the North Bath Trilog...2024-07-1710 min
Get Top Full Audiobooks in Romance, RomantasyThe Lost Story: A Novel by Meg ShafferPlease visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/721839 to listen full audiobooks. Title: The Lost Story: A Novel Author: Meg Shaffer Narrator: Jorjeana Marie Format: Unabridged Audiobook Length: 10 hours 22 minutes Release date: July 16, 2024 Ratings: Ratings of Book: 4.5 of Total 2 Genres: Romantasy Publisher's Summary: Inspired by C. S. Lewis’s The Chronicles of Narnia, this wild and wondrous novel is a fairy tale for grown-ups who still knock on the back of wardrobes—just in case—from the author of The Wishing Game. “This is the book you’ve been waiting for.”—Richard Russo, Pulitzer Prize–winning author of Empire Falls and the North Bath Trilog...2024-07-1610 minGet Top Full Audiobooks in Romance, RomantasyThe Lost Story: A Novel by Meg ShafferPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/721839to listen full audiobooks.
Title: The Lost Story: A Novel
Author: Meg Shaffer
Narrator: Jorjeana Marie
Format: Unabridged Audiobook
Length: 10 hours 22 minutes
Release date: July 16, 2024
Ratings: Ratings of Book: 4.5 of Total 2
Genres: Romantasy
Publisher's Summary:
Inspired by C. S. Lewis’s The Chronicles of Narnia, this wild and wondrous novel is a fairy tale for grown-ups who still knock on the back of wardrobes—just in case—from the author of The Wishing Game. “This is the book you’ve been waiting for.”—Richard Russo, Pulitzer Prize–winning author of Empire Falls and the North Bath Trilogy As...2024-07-1610h 22
Books Are MagicalThe Lost Story: Interview with Author Meg ShafferSend us a textWe're calling it - this book is going to be the summer blockbuster of 2024! Our interview with Meg Shaffer, author of The Lost Story, reveals the heart, research, and worldbuilding that went into this novel and make it absolutely worthy the hype. 2024-07-1642 minListen to Trending Full Audiobooks in Science Fiction & Fantasy, RomantasyThe Lost Story: A Novel by Meg ShafferPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/721839to listen full audiobooks.
Title: The Lost Story: A Novel
Author: Meg Shaffer
Narrator: Jorjeana Marie
Format: Unabridged Audiobook
Length: 10 hours 22 minutes
Release date: July 16, 2024
Ratings: Ratings of Book: 4.5 of Total 2
Genres: Romantasy
Publisher's Summary:
Inspired by C. S. Lewis’s The Chronicles of Narnia, this wild and wondrous novel is a fairy tale for grown-ups who still knock on the back of wardrobes—just in case—from the author of The Wishing Game. “This is the book you’ve been waiting for.”—Richard Russo, Pulitzer Prize–winning author of Empire Falls and the North Bath Trilogy As...2024-07-1610h 22
Alone At LunchAlone Writing Genre Fiction with Meg ShafferThis Week we are joined by Meg Shaffer! Meg Shaffer is the USA Today bestselling author of The Wishing Game, which was a Goodreads Choice Awards finalist, a Book-of-the-Month finalist for Book of the Year, a #1 Barnes & Noble bestseller, and a Reader’s Digest Best Book of the Year. She holds an MFA in TV and Screenwriting from Stephens College. Her second novel, the fantasy The Lost Story, will be published in July 2024 by Ballantine. Make sure to check her out!In this episode, we discuss writing under a pen name, loving sharks, loving books and wanting to...2024-07-151h 00
Was It Chance?Meg Shaffer: The Lost StoryMeg Shaffer is a true artist with a heart full of words and a soul full of stories, and her passion is nothing short of infectious.Get ready to be transported to a world of wonder and words! This week, USA Today bestselling author Meg Shaffer joins Heather Vickery and Alan Seales on Was It Chance to discuss her lifelong passion for reading and writing. Meg opens up about how she's always been inspired by the idea of crafting stories that transport us, much like her childhood hero Willy Wonka. She shares how the loss of her...2024-07-041h 06
The Perks Of Being A Book Lover PodcastREPLAY - Summer Reading 2023 with guest Bookseller Sam Miller****We are still on hiatus but will be back with all new episodes in a few weeks. Until then, enjoy our Summer Reading episode from last year with our favorite bookseller, Sam Miller, from Carmichaels Books. Her suggestions may not be hot off the press but still make for great reads. Happy Reading!
At the start of summer, we like to chat with Sam Miller, bookseller and manager at Carmichael’s Bookstore here in Louisville (We actually like to chat with Sam anytime, but she has especially useful information about new books twice a year.) Sam does th...2024-06-191h 00
The LitJoy Podcast with Kelly and AlixInterview with Catherine Doyle and Katherine WebberEpisode Summary:In this episode, Kelly and Alix interview Catherine Doyle and Katherine Webber.Author BiosCatherine Doyle and Katherine Webber are both bestselling and award-winning writers of YA and children’s books. In addition to cowriting the Twin Crowns series, they are sisters-in-law. Katherine Webber is from Southern California and spent much of her childhood in the Palm Springs desert. She is the author of Only Love Can Break Your Heart and The Revelry. For younger readers, she cowrites the Sam Wu Is Not Afraid and Dra...2024-06-1846 min
Talk Bookish To Me#113 - Sizzling Hot Book Releases of Summer 2024Today I'm sharing some sizzling hot summer book releases to add to your TBR this summer.
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Two Sides to Every Murder by Danielle Valentine
Birding with Benefits by Sarah T. Dubb
Summer Romance by Annabel Monaghan
The Midnight Feast by Lucy Foley
One of Our Kind by Nicola Yoon2024-06-1713 min
Literally ReadingSpring 2024 Reading RecapWe are Traci and Ellie, two bookish friends who read in any spare minute that we have. This week we are looking back on our spring reading. To shop the books listed in this episode, visit our shop at bookshop.org. To listen to all of our past episodes, check out our website: https://literallyreading.com/ Care to join us on Patreon with even more content? We would love to have you join us at From the Bookstacks of Literally Reading! Crack the Book Open: Bride by Ali Hazelwood (Traci) Li...2024-06-1232 min
Quick PicksEpisode 56: MomsThis episode I'm joined by my friend, Michelle Habrych, to talk about a wide variety of moms, as depicted in books.
Discussed:
Darling Girls, by Sally Hepworth
The Mother-In-Law, by Sally Hepworth
Becoming Madam Secretary, by Stephanie Dray
The Frozen River, by Ariel Lawhon
Wishing Game, by Meg Shaffer
Yinka, Where Is Your Huzband?, by Lizzie Damilola Blackburn
Tom Lake, by Ann Patchett
Class Mom, by Laurie Gelman
Finlay Donovan Is Killing It, by Elle Cosimano2024-05-0336 min
Libro.fm PodcastInterview with Andrew Sean Greer (Author of 'Less' and 'Less is Lost')On today’s episode, we sat down with Pulitzer Prize-winning author of ‘Less,’ Andrew Sean Greer. We discuss how he approached writing the sequel ‘Less is Lost’, book recommendations, his favorite burrito in San Francisco, and what it's like to be a crossword clue and question on Jeopardy.
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Andrew Sean Greer is the author of seven works of fiction, i...2024-04-2400 min
Advice from the CheerbrarianYOU'RE REJECTED. Now what?Cozy up to a good episode about a BAD situation: dealing with rejection. Can we get an ugh? (Ugh!!!) Rejection happens; it’s nothing to be ashamed of but the emotional roller coaster of getting through it is a real screamer.
Through the lens of getting laid off, we will discuss how to give yourself grace and space to grieve after rejection. And of course, you'll hear how a book or two can really guide you through (Yay rhyming!)If the guarantee of good content isn’t quite enough for ya, then you should listen to find out...2024-04-1621 min
The Rabbit Hole ShowEpisode 93 - Meg Avey (Domestic Violence)This week I had the honor of sitting down and talking with Ms. Avey as she shares about her marriage and the domestic abuse she endured for 37 years. She has been divorced for two years and is now ready to publicly share her story and journey. If you or anyone are dealing with domestic violence please take a look at the resources below:
Conquer Group - Leslie Vernick - www.leslievernick.com
Called To Peace Ministries - www.calledtopeace.org
Rebuild After Divorce - Georgia Shaffer - www.rebuildafterdivorce.org2024-04-111h 43
Bookish Besties7- The Wishing GameJoin us this week as we discuss our recent reads and do a deep dive into The Wishing Game by Meg Shaffer!2024-04-102h 05
Book Hoes PodcastWorld Building? ✅ Kissing? ✅This week we are joined by book hoe Catherine as we discuss her relationship to reading, musicals, and her love of long books.
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Books Mentioned in the Episode
Bridgerton (Series) by Julia Quinn
Alias Emma b...2024-03-201h 01
Russell Reads with the Rach(a)elsThe Reading Challenge, Women's History, and a Panther [March Reading Challenge]Rachel, Rachael, and Russell discuss the library reading challenge and reading literature written by female authors. Books discussed in this episode include:“She Gets the Girl” by Rachael Lippincott and Alyson Derrick“The American Queen” by Vanessa Miller“The Which Way Tree” by Elizabeth Crook“Legend” by Marie Lu“The Other Black Girl” by Zakiya Dalila Harris“Arsenic and Adobo” by Mia P. Manansala“The Wishing Game” by Meg Shaffer“The Girl Who Drank the Moon” by Kelly Barnhill2024-03-1416 minMostly FictionalEp. 53: We're Both Reading Books About Food!?Hallie's Luck of the Libby is off to a hectic start and Pam is enjoying an audiobook with a You've Got Mail-esq plot.Books mentioned, in order:Biography of X by Catherine LaceySister Golden Calf by Colleen BurnerThe Wishing Game by Meg ShafferCharlie and the Chocolate Factory by Roald DahlMatilda by Roald DahlThe Westing Game by Ellen RaskinMagic Tree House Series by Mary Pope OsborneA Wrinkle in Time by Madeleine L'engleThe Book of Ayn by Lexi FreimanAnthem...2024-03-0650 min
Shared Pages#31 Meg Shaffer's: The Wishing Game!This month's pick was Ronnie's and she chose, "The Wishing Game" by Meg Shaffer. After reading Irving's, The Cider House Rules we needed something a bit lighter so this feels like a perfect February read. When a reclusive writer who hasn't published a novel in years holds a contest on their private island, Lucy Hart needs to win. She wants to adopt a child but doesn't have the space or funds and winning this contest will giver her everything she needs. In this novel, the characters compete not only in the competition but with their traumas and fears in...2024-03-011h 00
Bad On PaperGood Material Book ClubWe’re so excited to discuss Good Material by Dolly Alderton! This one gave us mixed feelings, which means a great discussion is ahead. We talk about how reading from a man’s point of view impacted our reading experience, our favorite funny parts, what we thought of the relationship dynamics in the book, and MORE! The article that we thought of while reading this book is linked here! Obsessions Olivia - Lavender shower bombs Becca - Kindle Paperwhite Signature What we read this wee...2024-02-2857 minShared Pages#30 John Irving's: The Cider House RulesTrigger Warning: This book and conversation contain discussions of rape, incest, and abortion.
Happy 2024 everybody! We're excited to start our reading for the new year with Ian's pick, John Irving's: The Cider House Rules. Ian chose this novel partially because he's wanted to read the story for a while and because it's Buffalo's Literary Center's Babel pick for March—the novel centers around a young Homer Wells who is an orphan at Saint Clouds. It deals with many topics such as abortion and morality and is very Dickensian in its voice. At the very least, it...2024-02-011h 07
My Imaginary Friends with L. PenelopeStarting A New Novel From The Beginning. Again.Pre-order Daughter of the Merciful Deep – coming June 4, 2024
Pre-order Brutal Fortress – get it from me March 1 and everywhere March 15!
Mentioned:
Bridgerton Tea photos - https://www.instagram.com/p/C2GS35brisd/
Bookbub - https://www.bookbub.com/
FaRoFeb (Fantasy Romance February) - https://farofeb.com/
Scapple - https://www.literatureandlatte.com/scapple/overview
Story Seed Workbook & Mini-course - https://lpen.co/storyseed
American Fiction film
The Color Purple film
The Wishing Game by Meg Shaffer - https://amzn.to/48wNCyp
The Book of Clarence film
Saltburn film
Jeymes Samuels Breakfast Club interview - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8zyrdLjoHgI
...2024-01-1525 min
Bookstruck - Podcast literário42. Resumo do ano literárioLivros falados:
- Mel louco mel de Jody Picoult e Jennifer Finney Boylan
- Finlay Donovan vai arrasar de Elle Cosimano
- Era uma vez um coração partido de Stephanie Garber
- A sociedade muito secreta de feiticeiras invulgares de Sangu Mandana
- Quarta așa de Rebecca Yarros
- A boa irmã de Sally Hepworth
- Está tudo bem, a sério da Monica Haisey
- Conto de fadas de Stephen King
- O Livro da forma e do vazio...2023-12-2644 min
Top Shelf with Russell LibraryWinter Solstice︱Shannon, Kate, & CateThe winter solstice is upon us! Too many of us enter the darker months with a feeling of dread, but what if it didn't have to be this way? The solstice is a time to embrace the return of the light and rejoice in the gifts that the colder months have to offer. In this conversation, Kate will share a little history surrounding the winter solstice. Shannon will offer ideas for solstice celebration and Cate will share positive winter practices inspired by the Nordic and Scandinavian culture. Enjoy winter hikes in the woods, intentional time with loved ones, cozy...2023-12-1958 min
Professional 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 03Talk Bookish To Me#99 - Buy it, Borrow it, or Forget about it? | Book of the Month EditionToday I'm reviewing the book selections that Book of the Month offered this year by weighing in if I think you should buy it, borrow it, or forget about it.
Join Book of the Month: https://www.mybotm.com/vu3xpqnm2y9
You can now find MAGIC MIND in all Sprouts Farmers Market stores across the country. If you have a Sprouts store nearby, get down there and grab a few bottles to try. After you’re hooked, you can get a subscription with up to 50% off at https://www.magicmind.co/talkbookish with my co...2023-12-1219 min
Thoughts from a Page PodcastListener Favorites of 2023In this episode, Thoughts from a Page listeners share their favorite reads of 2023:
Kristen Smith - The wishing Game by Meg Shaffer
Karen McNamara - The Road to Dalton by Shannon Bowring
Jayda Justus - After Anne: A Novel of Lucy Maud Montgomery's Life by Logan Steiner
Cynthia - Shark Heart
Mary O'Malley - The Book of More Delights by Ross Gay
Sidra Jeffries - The House Is on Fire by Rachel Beanland
Karen Naughton - Happiness Fall by Angie Kim
Lynette Burnett- Varina Palladino's Jersey Italian Love Story by Terri-Lynne DeFino
Michelle Beckwith - Hello Beautiful by...2023-12-0837 minBookmarks 'n BlanketsEp. 50 - November 2023 Reading Wrap-Up | Fiction and Non-Fiction BooksI didn’t get to everything I wanted to read last month, but I did have a really good reading month with some great books. I read both fiction and non-fiction books. Come find out what I read in November.You can find the companion blog here.Fiction Books I reviewed: Nettle & Bone by T. KingfisherThe Simplicity of Cider by Amy E. ReichertBookshops & Bonedust by Travis BaldreeThe Wishing Game by Meg ShafferThe Hanging City by Charlie N. HolmbergNon-Fiction Books I reviewed:The Lazy Genius Way by Kendra AdachiFriends, Lovers, and...2023-12-071h 34
Two Lit MamasEpisode 79: 2023 Holiday Gift Guide, Part 2Stuff your mouth with turkey while the Mama’s share their opinions on funny, sexy, and murdery Grown Up books that made the top of their lists in 2023. Heather went for fantasies filled with dragons and angry gods, while Margie nabbed myths, space murders and, of course, zombies. You can’t go wrong when a nerd and an outcast team up – that’s when the Two Lit Mamas are at their finest. Happy Thanksgiving! And, don’t forget to hit your local bookstores on Small Business Saturday or you’ll end up on the Mamas’ naught...2023-11-2358 min
Cook Memorial Public Library PodcastBookies Talk: Family Stories & Surprising LegaciesErica and Amy, our new book club associate, share the titles they've been enjoying lately, ranging from a suspenseful family drama to a sublimely ridiculous charmer (and the best cover of 2023). Books discussed in this episode: The Leftover Woman, Jean Kwok Night Watch, Jayne Anne Phillips The Dictionary People, Sarah Ogilvie The Wishing Game, Meg Shaffer Starter Villain, John Scalzi For more information about our book club services, including a list of titles, visit https://www.cooklib.org/book-clubs/ or email aperez@cooklib.org. For more information about this year's One Book, One...2023-11-1716 min
A Time to Thrill - Conversations with AIME AUSTIN Crime Fiction AuthorEpisode 41: A Time to Thrill – Conversation with Aime Austin – featuring Christine Cunningham AshworthChristine Cunningham Ashworth is a genre author with a unique background. Her father was a very prolific genre author as was her brother Scott before he turned to metaphysical nonfiction. In this episode, we discuss Christine’s latest book, an autobiography of Scott Cunningham, what it was like growing up around authors, and her path from romance and back again.
Let’s chat. I have *so* many questions.
You can find Christine:
Instagram: @ashworthchristine
Facebook: AuthorChristineAshworth
Website: Christine-Ashworth.com
Show Notes:
Books & Writings:
The Path Taken by Scott Cunningham
Wear the Pearls by Christine Ashwo...2023-11-011h 16
This is Your Book Club Podcast179. What’s On Your Shelf?Fall colds are in full bloom for Jayme as she tries to share what books have been on her shelf lately. Thankfully, Sarah voice is loud and clear for her book reviews. Either way, we have both been reading and you need to hear all about what books we recommend.
Sarah's Shelf:
The Celebrants by Steven Rowley
Banyan Moon by Thao Thai
The Wishing Game by Meg Shaffer
Jayme's Shelf:
The Sugar Queen by Sarah Addison Allen
The In-Between by Hadley Vlahos
...2023-10-1639 min
Well-ReadWell-Read Episode 127 - Books About Books...Again!It’s time to revisit books about books! We discuss some recent and evergreen favorites.
Books and other media mentioned in this episode:
The Reading List by Sara Nisha Adams
Yellowface by R.F. Kuang
Ann’s picks:
The Stranger Diaries by Elly Griffiths
– Harbinder Kaur series by Elly Griffiths
The Guernsey Literary and Potato Peel Pie Society by Mary Ann Shaffer and Annie Barrows
– The Guernsey Literary and Potato Peel Pie Society (film)
The Last Word by Taylor Adams
Halle’s picks:
The Wishing Game by Meg Shaffer
– Ha...2023-10-1055 min
My Podcast Knows What You Read in the DarkEpisode 21 - The "Bully B" EpisodeWe don't promote bullying here. Except when one of us hasn't listened to Hozier's new album. Then, it gets personal. (Stream Unreal Unearth on Spotify you heathens!)
We promise, though, there is book talk happening as well. We discuss very good (and very bad) mental health representation in books, another sad and pathetic man to add to our collection, and our wildly impractical novel protagonist jobs!
Books Discussed:
The Heart Principle by Hellen Hoang
The Wishing Game by Meg Shaffer
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Ink Drinkers: A Literary Tea Party PodcastEp. 92: Warm Fruit JuiceBooks Mentioned
The First Ladies by Marie Benedict & Victoria Christopher Murray
The Wishing Game by Meg Shaffer
The Inheritance Games by Jennifer Lynn
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