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Nicole BoniaWelcome Back and a Recap of 2024After a three-month hiatus, Nicole and Gayle are back! Life has been busy—Gayle has been putting the finishing touches on her bookstore, while Nicole has been building her Human Design reading business. Now, they’re ready to dive back into all things books, with a refreshed schedule of bi-monthly episodes. Tune in as they catch up, share what they've been reading, and get back into the rhythm of lively book discussions and recommendations.A Forty Year Kiss by Nickolas Butler | Amazon | BookshopBe Ready When the Luck Happens by Ina Garten | Amazon | BookshopSh...2025-02-0733 min
Nicole BoniaUpdate and Fall ReadingWelcome back, listeners! After a short hiatus, Nicole and Gayle reunite to share their recent updates, including exciting progress on Gayle's latest project. They also dive into the books they've been reading over the past few weeks. If you're looking for inspiration for your fall reading list, this episode has you covered as they reveal their top picks for the season!Sandwich by Catherine Newman | Amazon | BookshopThe Wedding People by Alison Espach | Amazon | BookshopA Forty-Year Kiss by Nickolas Butler | Amazon | BookshopDon't Be A Stranger by Susan Minot | Amazon...2024-10-2246 min
Nicole BoniaSummer Reading 2024Welcome back, listeners! Nicole and Gayle catch up on their recent reads in this episode and share their summer reading picks. Join them for an engaging discussion filled with literary insights and exciting book recommendations for the sunny season ahead.Shark Heart by Emily Habeck | Amazon | BookshopSummer Fridays by Suzanne Rindell | Amazon | BookshopSociopath by Patric Gagne | Amazon | BookshopGreen Dot by Madeleine Grey | Amazon | BookshopThe Caretaker by Ron Rash | Amazon | BookshopLong Island Compromise by Taffy Brodesser-Akner | Amazon | BookshopMargo's Got Money...2024-07-0444 min
Nicole BoniaNicole & Gayle Catch UpWelcome back, listeners! Nicole and Gayle are finally catching up after a brief hiatus due to illness and travel. In this episode, they share the books they've read or listened to over the past month. Join them for an engaging discussion as they reflect on their recent literary adventures.One Perfect Couple by Ruth Ware | Amazon | BookshopZero Days by Ruth Ware | Amazon | BookshopThe Hunter by Tana French | Amazon | BookshopGenerations by Jean Twenge | Amazon | BookshopTroubled by Rob Henderson | Amazon | BookshopThe Husbands by Holly...2024-05-3042 min
Nicole BoniaThe Spring Books We Can’t Wait to ReadIn this episode, Nicole and Gayle are buzzing with excitement as they dive into the latest releases hitting shelves this spring. From captivating novels to gripping memoirs, they share their top picks and discuss which ones they're eager to dive into next. Plus, stick around as they share their thoughts on how well book-to-screen adaptations fared at the Oscars this year. Get ready for a lively chat filled with bookish delights and cinematic insights!Here After by Amy Lin | Amazon | BookshopCrying in H Mart by Michelle Zauner | Amazon | BookshopLeaving by Roxana...2024-04-1953 min
Nicole BoniaSpring Paperbacks & Nicole's Vacation ReadsIn this episode, Gayle and Nicole dive into the world of spring paperbacks, exploring the titles that have caught their eye. Join us as Nicole shares her vacation reading list, offering tantalizing glimpses into the stories that will accompany her getaway. But that's not all – Gayle has an electrifying announcement to make: the long-awaited reveal of the name for her upcoming bookstore opening later this year. Stay tuned for all this and more in our lively discussion ahead!Remarkably Bright Creatures by Shelley Van Pelt | Amazon | BookshopGood Material by Dolly Alderton | Amazon | Bookshop...2024-04-0444 min
Nicole BoniaOur Thoughts On Recent Celebrity Book Club PicksIn this week's episode, Nicole and Gayle discuss their current reads and share brief insights into recent celebrity book club picks. Join them for a lively conversation about the books capturing their attention and their thoughts on the latest literary trends. Tune in for engaging discussions and fresh recommendations that promise to inspire your next reading adventure.Absolution by Ann McDermott | Amazon | BookshopThe Last Love Note by Emma Grey | Amazon | BookshopThe Art Thief by Michael Finkel | Amazon | BookshopSam by Allegra Goodman | Amazon | BookshopGood Material by...2024-02-2651 min
Nicole BoniaWhat We Are Reading in 2024In this episode, Nicole and Gayle share their latest reads and dive into a discussion about upcoming releases. With infectious enthusiasm, they offer insights into the books that have resonated with them recently and reveal a curated list of picks they're eager to explore or anticipate. Tune in for a brief yet vibrant journey through the literary world, as Nicole and Gayle bring their dynamic perspectives to the forefront, making this episode a must-listen for book enthusiasts seeking fresh recommendations and an insider's look at the latest in literature.The Woman In Me by Britney...2024-02-0248 min
Nicole BoniaLooking Back at 2023In this episode, Nicole and Gayle engage in a casual conversation reflecting on their experiences in 2023. They delve deeper into some of their favorite books, providing more insights. Towards the end, they shift gears to discuss the reading challenges they anticipate for 2024.Gayle's blog 2024 Reading ChallengeThe Berry Pickers by Amanda Peters | Amazon | BookshopAbsolution by Ann McDermott | Amazon | BookshopThe Light Pirate by Lily Brooks-Dalton | Amazon | BookshopAll That Is Mine I Carry With Me by William Landay | Amazon | BookshopTom Lake by Ann Patchett | Amazon...2024-01-1137 min
Nicole BoniaBest of The YearIn this episode, Nicole and Gayle share their top book recommendations of the year, discussing gripping plots, diverse characters, and impactful themes that resonated with them. From thrilling mysteries to thought-provoking non-fiction, their engaging conversation offers insightful insights into their most cherished reads of the year.Tangerine by Christine Mangan | Amazon | BookshopHot Springs Drive by Lindsay Hunter | Amazon | BookshopDele Weds Destiny by Tomi Obaro | Amazon | BookshopHow To Protect Bookstores And Why by Danny Caine | Amazon | BookshopBookends by Zibby Owens | Amazon | BookshopThe LIght...2023-12-2148 min
Nicole BoniaNovember reading catch-upIn this episode, Nicole and Gayle have a relaxed discussion about the books they have read. Gayle also gives an update on her bookish project. They also talk about some series adaptations.Exit Interview by Kristi Coulter | Amazon | BookshopNothing Good Can Come Of This by Kristi Coulter | Amazon | BookshopYoung Jane Young by Gabrielle Zevin | Amazon | BookshopThe Unsettled by Ayanna Mathis | Amazon | Bookshop This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit therestperpective...2023-11-1029 min
Nicole BoniaFall Reading Catch-upIn this episode, Nicole and Gayle talk about what they have been reading during this last month. Some of the books they first came across in the fall preview. Yellowface by R F Kuang | Amazon | BookshopThe Spare Room by Andrea Bartz | Amazon | BookshopSmacked by Eilene Zimmerman | Amazon | BookshopThe Guest by Emma Cline | Amazon | BookshopPete and Alice in Maine by Caitlin Shetterly | Amazon | BookshopThe Country Of The Blind by Andrew Leland | Amazon | BookshopThe Road To Dalton by Shannon Bowring | Amazon...2023-10-2736 min
Nicole BoniaSummer 2023 Reading Wrap-upIn this episode, Nicole and Gayle share with us the names of the books they've read. They take this opportunity to talk about the highlights of those reads according to their points of view. You will certainly finish this show with at least a couple of books to read during this fall!End Credits by Patti Lin | Amazon | BookshopWho We Are Now by Lauryn Chamberlain | Amazon | BookshopThe Country Of The Blind by Andrew Leland | Amazon | BookshopThe Road To Dalton by Shannon Bowring | Amazon | BookshopTalking At...2023-10-0635 min
Nicole Bonia2023 Fall PreviewIn this episode, Nicole and Gayle have returned after their summer break. They have picked 6 books coming up in September and they'd like to read. We hope you've had an amazing summer season and made it far into your reading list!Who We Are Now by Lauryn Chamberlain | Amazon | BookshopEnd Credits by Patti Lin | Amazon | BookshopTom Lake by Ann Patchett | Amazon | BookshopColeman Hill by Kim Coleman Hill | Amazon | BookshopEvil Eye by Etaf Rum | Amazon | BookshopVladimir by Julia May Jonas | Amazon...2023-09-2143 min
Nicole BoniaSummer ReadsIn this episode, Nicole and Gayle talk about the books they are interested in reading during the Summer break. We hope that some books are familiar to you! We are sure that at least one of them might make it to your TBR.Pageboy by Elliott Page | Amazon | BookshopThe Wife App by Carolyn Mackler | Amazon | BookshopBusiness or Pleasure by Rachel Lynn Solomon | Amazon | BookshopAll That Is Mine I Carry With Me by William Landay | Amazon | BookshopEasy Beauty by Chloe Cooper Jones | Amazon | Bookshop...2023-08-1737 min
Nicole BoniaMid Year RecapIn this episode, Nicole and Gayle give us a recap of the books they have read since the beginning of the year, they highlight their best reads and they also mention a few summer reads and TV adaptations.Yellowface by RF Kuang | Amazon | BookshopYou Were Always Mine by Christine Pride and Jo PIazza | Amazon | BookshopRootless by Krystle Zara Appiah | Amazon | BookshopTastes Like War: A Memoir by Grace M Cho | Amazon | BookshopPageboy by Elliott Page | Amazon | BookshopAll That Is Mine I Carry With...2023-07-2738 min
Nicole BoniaSummer PaperbacksIn this episode, Nicole and Gayle updated us on what they've been reading these two weeks and what they've finished. They discuss three books they both have finished, and they deep dive into Counterfeit by Kristen Chen so there are a few spoilers inside, beware! And they end up talking about Hello Beautiful by Ann Napolitano.Hello Beautiful by Ann Napolitano | Amazon | BookshopThe Fake by Zoe Whittall | Amazon | BookshopThe Captain Class by Sam Walker | Amazon | BookshopCounterfeit by Kristen Chen | Amazon | BookshopI Have Some Questions for...2023-06-2953 min
Nicole BoniaSummer Reads & Contest WinnerIn this episode, Nicole and Gayle share with us about 6-7 books they want to read during the Summer season. How many of these did you already know? Grab some inspiration for books to read during your holiday season! Also, the best book of last year is revealed during the show!You Could Make This Place Beautiful by Maggie | Amazon | BookshopThe Teachers by Alexandra Robbins | Amazon | BookshopGo As A River by Shelley Read | Amazon | BookshopTrust by Hernan Diaz | Amazon | BookshopThe Five Star Weekend by Elin...2023-06-0950 min
Nicole BoniaBook to Movie/Series and Final TwoIn this episode, Gayle and Nicole give the usual update on what have or are currently reading. Then, they share several book-to-screen adaptations, some they have watched and others haven't. How many of these do you know or have watched?This is the last vote and we'll hear which is the winner book in the next show!Go As A River by Shelley Read | Amazon | BookshopTrust by Hernan Diaz | Amazon | BookshopThe Teachers by Alexandra Robbins | Amazon | BookshopAre You There God? It's Me, Margaret by Judy Blume | Am...2023-05-2647 min
Nicole BoniaFinal Four Book ContestIn this episode, Gayle and Nicole update us on what they've been reading these past two weeks. Later, they present each of the final four books in two competing pairs.What's the best book they've read from last year?This is the last vote and we'll hear which is the winner book in the next show!Vote here Really Good, Actually by Monica Heisey | Amazon | BookshopAtomic Family by Ciera Horton McElroy | Amazon | BookshopThe Teachers by Alexandra Robbins | Amazon | BookshopBookworm...2023-05-1129 min
Nicole BoniaElite Eight Book ContestIn this episode, Gayle and Nicole make their cases to present 4 pairs of books to help you taking a decision and help you to vote. After, they both share what books and audiobooks they've finished or are currently reading.Find here the link to vote for the Elite 8 Contest#1Tomorrow, and Tomorrow, and Tomorrow by Gabrielle Zevin | Amazon | BookshopSignal Fires by Dani Shapiro | Amazon | Bookshop#2Blacktop Wasteland by S.A. Cosby | Amazon | BookshopComplicit by Winnie M. Li | Amazon | Bookshop#3...2023-04-2740 min
Nicole Bonia2023 Sweet Sixteen Book ContestIn this episode, Nicole and Gayle get together in person (yay!). As usual, tradition put 8 books they read last year against each other in inverted order. That is, Gayle's #1 goes against Nicole's #8.Coincidentally, this is episode 8 of Season 8!! Vote for the Sweet Sixteen Contest! (Link was removed as we're voting for the next round)(Gayle's #1) Signal Fires by Dani Shapiro | Amazon | Bookshop(Nicole's #8) Dear Ms. Metropolitan by Carolyn Ferrell | Amazon | Bookshop(Gayle's #2) Chorus by Rebecca Kauffman | Amazon | Bookshop(Nicole's #7) Complicit by Winnie M. Li | Amazon | Bookshop2023-04-1349 min
Nicole BoniaBooks About Life at Middle AgeIn this episode, Nicole and Gayle decided to talk about 4-5 books with the middle-age theme present in their storyline, manifested in different ways. Listen to discover if you have read any of these or if you might want to in the future.Whereabouts by Jhumpa Lahiri | Amazon | BookshopBefore She Disappeared by Lisa Gardner | Amazon | BookshopThe Paper Palace by Miranda Cowley Heller | Amazon | BookshopThe Searcher by Tana French | Amazon | BookshopThe LIght Pirate by Lily Brooks-Dalton | Amazon | BookshopRootless by Krystle Zara Appiah | Amazon...2023-03-3041 min
Nicole BoniaTrue Crime BooksIn this episode, Nicole and Gayle update us on books they have finished and are currently reading. Today's show is about sharing 8 true crime books they enjoyed reading.As always you can find below the whole booklist they run through during the episode:What Happened to Ruthy Ramirez by Claire Jimenez | Amazon | BookshopMaame by Jessica George | Amazon | BookshopDestiny of the Republic by Candice Millard | Amazon | BookshopKillers of the Flower Moon by David Grann | Amazon | BookshopAn Unexplained Death: The True Story of the Body...2023-03-1647 min
Nicole BoniaBooks with a Female Character's Name in the TitleIn this episode, Nicole and Gayle have picked 10+ book recommendations where the main character's name appears in the book's title.As always you can find below the whole booklist they run through during the episode:Joan Is Okay by Weike Wang | Amazon | BookshopSpare by Prince Harry | Amazon | BookshopMaame by Jessica George | Amazon | BookshopWomen Talking by Miriam Toews | Amazon | BookshopEvvie Drake Starts Over by Linda Holmes | Amazon | BookshopMiss Jane by Brad Watson | Amazon | BookshopZorrie by Laird Hunt | Amazon...2023-02-2446 min
Nicole BoniaNew in PaperbackIn this episode, Nicole and Gayle share a short list of books recently released (or soon to be) on paperback.As always you can find below the whole booklist they run through during the episode:Spare by Prince Harry | Amazon | BookshopZorrie by Laird Hunt | Amazon | BookshopHalsey Street by Naima Coster | Amazon | BookshopWhat Happened to Ruthy Ramirez by Claire Jimenez | Amazon | BookshopEveryone in My Family Has Killed Someone by Benjamin Stevenson | Amazon | BookshopHonor by Thrity Umrigar | Amazon | Bookshop2023-02-1143 min
Nicole BoniaWinter PreviewIn this episode, Nicole and Gayle share what they are currently reading. Then, they researched and picked books that will make to the shelves shortly. We hope that you will enjoy the list and look forward to reading them.As always you can find below the whole booklist they run through during the episode:Anna: The Biography by Amy Odell | Amazon | BookshopThe Survivalists by Kashana Cauley | Amazon | BookshopWhen Women Lead by Julia Boorstin | Amazon | BookshopCentral Places by Delia Cai | Amazon | BookshopThe Giver of...2023-01-2739 min
Nicole BoniaNew Year's Resolutions & Book ClubThis is the first show of the 8th season of The Readerly Report Podcast with Nicole and Gayle as your hosts. They talk about their reading resolutions for this year and Gayle presents her "Everyday I Write The Book Reading Challenge" for 2023. Then, the last 15 mins of the show are dedicated to talking about the book club choice Tomorrow, and Tomorrow, and Tomorrow.They're Going To Love You by Meg Howrey | Amazon | BookshopThe Appeal by Janice Hallett | Amazon | BookshopWe All Want Impossible Things by Catherine Newman | Amazon | Bookshop2023-01-2051 min
Nicole BoniaBest Books of The YearIn this episode, Nicole and Gayle share their favorite books they've read during this year 2022. We hope you have or are having a nice winter break and we wish you a happy new year!As always you can find below the whole booklist they run through during the episode:Blacktop Wasteland by S.A. Cosby | Amazon | BookshopToken Black Girl by Danielle Prescod | Amazon | BookshopThe Paper Palace by Miranda Cowley Heller | Amazon | BookshopThe Push by Audrey Audrain | Amazon | BookshopComplicit by Winnie M...2022-12-3047 min
Nicole BoniaThe Superlative Books of 2022In this episode, Gayle and Nicole discuss superlative books in several categories. They pick at least one book from each of the 9 categories. Great way to get inspired in them and grab ideas on what to read next or gift to your loved ones.We wish you a happy holiday season!As always you can find below the whole booklist they run through during the episode:Tomorrow, and Tomorrow, and Tomorrow by Gabrielle Zevin | Amazon | BookshopLess by Andrew Sean Greer | Amazon | BookshopThe Superlatives:2022-12-2443 min
Nicole BoniaGift Guide For Book LoversIn this episode, Gayle and Nicole share with us a selection of gift ideas for you to get inspired. We all have a friend who loves reading or we can always get these ideas to other people so they know what to gift us! Friends, Lovers and the Big Terrible Thing by Matthew Perry | Amazon | BookshopTomorrow, and Tomorrow, and Tomorrow by Gabrielle Zevin | Amazon | BookshopSignal Fires by Dani Shapiro | Amazon | BookshopGifts:Headband HeadphonesScribd SubscriptionPemberley 1813 HoodieClassic Sherpa Mini L...2022-11-2537 min
Nicole BoniaLiterary Adaptations and SeriesIn this episode, Gayle and Nicole discuss several book-to-screen adaptations that they've watched or are being produced. We're sure you have not heard about these, some might be a good surprise to you!As always you can find below the whole booklist they run through during the episode:The Storied Life of AJ Fikry by Gabrielle Zevin | Amazon | BookshopTomorrow, and Tomorrow, and Tomorrow by Gabrielle Zevin | Amazon | BookshopThe Making Of Her by Bernadette Jiwa | Amazon | BookshopDear Sugar by Cheryl Strayed | AmazonAre You There...2022-11-1146 min
Nicole BoniaThe Most Loved Books in the USIn this episode, Nicole and Gayle are both back to update us on what they've been reading. The show focuses on having a discussion about two lists of the most loved books by American readers. Their list will most surely resonate with you, listen to get some reading ideas or gifts for Christmas or upcoming birthdays.As always you can find below the whole booklist they run through during the episode:Signal Fires by Dani Shapiro | Amazon | BookshopThe Matchmaker's Gift by Lynda Cohen Loigman | Amazon | BookshopThe Storied Life of...2022-11-0440 min
Nicole BoniaNew in Paperbacks Fall Season + Book Club DiscussionIn this episode, Nicole and Gayle return to bring us an update on what they've been reading. Then, they share a few titles they want to read this season and will make it to the shelves. Lastly, they discuss the book club book Can't Look Away by Carola Lovering.As always you can find below the whole booklist they run through during the episode:Any Other Family by Eleanor BrownAmazonBookshopAll of This by Rebecca Woolf | Amazon | BookshopThe Matchmaker's Gift by Lynda Cohen Loigman | Amazon | BookshopSeveral People...2022-10-2156 min
Nicole BoniaOctober New Book ReleasesIn this week's episode, both Gayle and Nicole have researched what books will be released during the month of October. They do a short list of 3-4 each and share with you what made them pick those. They sure are great picks to read during the pumpkin season!As always you can find below the whole booklist they run through during the episode:Dear Ms Metropolitan by Carolyn Ferrell | Amazon | BookshopEasy Beauty by Chloe Cooper Jones | Amazon | BookshopOne Step Too Far by Lisa Gardner | Amazon | BookshopToo...2022-10-0739 min
Nicole BoniaNicole's Did Not Finish (DNF) BooksThis week's episode is special, the first Nicole's six-pack about a few books she ended up DNFing for several reasons. Listen to this short 15min episode to hear all the whys!As always you can find below the whole booklist they run through during the episode:A little life by Hanya Yanagihara | Amazon | BookshopThe Short and Tragic Life of Robert Peace: A Brilliant Young Man Who Left Newark for the Ivy League by Jeff Hobbs | Amazon | BookshopWatch Me Disappear by Janelle Brown | Amazon | BookshopThe Last Mrs...2022-09-3017 min
Nicole BoniaCampus Novels You Should Read This FallIn this episode, Nicole and Gayle share their book recommendations. The topic in common is the plot set on a University campus. These novels feel close to the readers as many of us can relate to many elements of a typical campus novel. Listen to get some ideas on what book to choose for your back-to-school season!As always you can find below the whole booklist they run through during the episode:Counterfeit by Kirsten Chen | Amazon | BookshopWhere The Crawdads Sing by Delia Owens | Amazon | BookshopNormal People by Sally...2022-09-2343 min
Nicole BoniaMemoir recommendations & Mercy Street Book ClubIn this episode, Gayle and Nicole give us numerous memoir book recommendations. If you are into this genre you will find this show exciting and surely you will hear some good reads to get on your shelf. The hosts also do the book club discussion about 'Mercy Street' by Jennifer Haigh.As always you can find below the whole booklist they run through during the episode:The Missing Treasures of Amy Ashton by Eleanor Ray | Amazon | BookshopThis Is Not A Pity Memoir by Abi Morgan | Amazon | BookshopAll of This...2022-09-161h 16
Nicole Bonia2022 Fall Book PreviewIn this episode, Nicole and Gayle, return to bring you their short list of hand-picked books coming out this fall. As always you can find below the whole booklist they run through during the episode:French Braid by Anne Tyler | Amazon | BookshopOne's Company by Ashley Husted | Amazon | BookshopThe Measure by Nikki Erlich | Amazon | BookshopWhen Were Bright and Beautiful by Jillian Medoff | Amazon | BookshopHome Stretch by Graham Norton | Amazon | BookshopWe Do What We Do In The Dark by Michelle Hart | Amazon...2022-09-0940 min
Nicole BoniaSummer New in PaperbacksIn this episode, Nicole and Gayle bring their new paperback picks for your summer reading. After giving the usual update on what each has been reading they jump straight to their choices for this season and explain why they've picked it.As always you can find below the whole booklist they run through during the episode:Seven Days in June by Tia Williams | Amazon | BookshopJust Like Mother by Anne Heltzel | Amazon | BookshopIt All Comes Down to This by Therese Anne Fowler | BookshopA Town Called Solace by...2022-08-1234 min
Nicole BoniaBook Recommendations For Your Summer VacationIn this episode, Nicole and Gayle, after a short summer break, return with some summer books. They have chosen these page-turners especially to be read in the summertime as it is when most of us have more time to binge-read some books.As always you can find below the whole booklist they run through during the episode:Lessons in Chemistry by Bonnie Garmus | Amazon | BookshopTrue Biz by Sara Novic | Amazon | BookshopSorrow and Bliss by Meg Mason | Amazon | Bookshop28 Summers by Elin Hildebrand | Amazon | BookshopThe...2022-08-0442 min
Nicole BoniaAudiobook Deep-diveIn this episode, Nicole and Gayle share what audiobooks apps are available for you to use. Gayle shares with us who are her favorite voice actors, listen to discover who they are!As always you can find below the whole booklist they run through during the episode:Tracy Flick Can't WinTom PerrottaAmazonBookshopFlying SoloLinda HolmesAmazonBookshopMarrying The KetchupsJennfier CloseAmazonBookshopThis Time TomorrowEmma StraubAmazonBookshopLibro.fmScribd.comBound appVolumes app PRH Audio appAudible.com ...2022-07-011h 05
Nicole BoniaPart 2 Summer Book Preview 2022In this episode, Nicole and Gayle share the remaining books that have caught their eye and are coming out in June and July! As always, they also update us on what they've been reading during these two weeks.As always you can find below the whole booklist they run through during the episode:Strangers on A Train by Patricia Highsmith | Amazon | BookshopMemphis by Tara Stringfellow | Amazon | BookshopMr. Wrong Number by Lynn Painter | Amazon | BookshopThis Time Tomorrow by Emma Straub | Amazon | BookshopYou Have a...2022-06-0251 min
Nicole BoniaSummer Book Preview 2022Nicole and Gayle give their May and June new book releases for summer reads. They announce the March Madness winner of this year, you'll be surprised.Listen to the episode to get inspired on what's being released soon so you can grab the book for your summer vacation!The next episode will cover July's new releases.As always you can find below the whole booklist they run through during the episode:Like A House On Fire by Lauren McBrayer | Amazon | BookshopEventide by Kent Haruf | Amazon | Bookshop...2022-05-191h 03
Nicole BoniaWhat's Out Now We Crown A WinnerWelcome to a new episode! Nicole and Gayle talk about what they've been reading these days. Listen to know what book has made it to be the one competing against The Idea of You by Robinne Lee.Here you can vote!The Nine Lives of Rose Napolitano by Donna Freitas vs. The Idea of You by Robinne LeeAs always you can find below the whole booklist they run through during the episode:Take My Hand by Dolen Perkins-Valdez | Amazon | BookshopThese Precious Days by Ann Patchett | Amazon | Bookshop2022-05-0531 min
Nicole BoniaBookish Pet Peeves & March Madness Final 2In this episode, Nicole and Gayle talk about their personal book-related vexations! We're sure you will relate to more than one of their pet peeves.We're reaching the final of the now traditional March Madness contest. Please, give your vote for us to know which of these two books should move forward._For the Human Design Readings: https://NBHumanDesignReading.as.me/With the code - Readerly you can get a free reading!_As always you can find below the whole booklist they run through during the episode:2022-04-2043 min
Nicole BoniaBooks to Read in April & March Madness Final 4In this week's episode, Nicole and Gayle share their last and current reads. They also have a small discussion on the newly released series Inventing Anna, a Netflix adaptation of the book with a homonym name.They also present the four final books that you can vote to move only two to the big final. Please, send here your vote.#2The Paper Palace by Miranda Cowley HellerThe Nine Lives of Rose Napolitano by Donna Freitas#1At The Wolf's Table by Rosella PostorinoThe Secret...2022-04-0550 min
Nicole Bonia2022 March Madness Round 2 & Book Club DiscussionIn this new episode, Nicole and Gayle continue with the second round of the now traditional March Madness with the five books that won thanks to your voting. Stay to hear what are going to be the winners for the next round.They also discuss Win Me Something by Kyle Lucia Wu, the book of the month for the Book Club.This episode also needs your judgment! Please vote here for your book choice.Vote here your choice for the next Book Club.The Sum of Us: What Racism Costs Everyone...2022-03-2648 min
Nicole Bonia2022 March MadnessIn this episode, Nicole and Gayle come back with their traditional March Madness contest. They both select ten pics and make a pitch for each of them making ten pairs of books competing against. This episode needs your engagement! We would like you to vote on which books should move forward. Link to the poll.The Golden Couple by Greer Hendricks and Sarah Pekkanen | Amazon | BookshopSeven Days in June by Tia Williams | Amazon | BookshopWin Me Something by Kyle Lucia Wu | Amazon | BookshopLink to the poll2022-03-111h 02
Nicole BoniaNew in PaperbacksNicole and Gayle do a recap of what they are currently reading or have finished reading. Then, they jump to present the new Paperbacks that just came out or are about to be!As always you can find below the whole booklist they run through during the episode:Olga Dies Dreaming by Xochitl Gonzalez | Amazon | BookshopVladimir by Julia May Jonas | Amazon | BookshopThe Golden Couple by Greer Hendricks and Sarah Pekkanen | Amazon | BookshopLeave The World Behind by Rumaan Alam | Amazon | BookshopThe Push by Ashley...2022-02-2458 min
Nicole BoniaBook and Shows Catch-up and RecommendationsIn this episode, Gayle and Nicole talk about the books they've been reading and the shows they have been watching these last weeks. Discover their newest book and series recommendations for this first quarter of 2022.As always you can find below the whole booklist they run through during the episode:Harlem Shuffle by Colson Whitehead | Amazon | BookshopThe Push by Ashley Audrain | Amazon | BookshopThe Nickel Boys by Colson Whitehead | Amazon | BookshopSag Harbor by Colson Whitehead | Amazon | BookshopFive Tuesdays in winter by Lily King | Amazon...2022-02-1052 min
Nicole BoniaNew Year's Resolutions & Winter PreviewNicole and Gayle discuss whether they achieved 2021 reading goals and talk about 2022 objectives for their reading routine. After giving us an update on what books they've finished, both present 7 books they want to read this year. As always you can find below the whole booklist they run through during the episode:Ghosts by Dolly Alderton | Amazon | BookshopWe Are Not Like Them by Jo Piazza and Christine Pride | Amazon | BookshopThe Secret Lives of Church Ladies by Deeshaw Philyaw | Amazon | BookshopFault Lines by Emily Itami | Amazon | Bookshop2022-01-201h 08
Nicole Bonia2021 Book Wrap UpIn this episode, Nicole and Gayle are going to go over their best books with a book wrap-up for the year. Gayle prepared the categories so that they could talk about them. Some fun topics like their top fiction and nonfiction books, their biggest surprises, or best audiobooks. Also, they're giving an update on what their schedule looks like for the rest of the year and the first quarter of 2022.As always, below you can find the book titles and links to get them and also links for the gifts mentioned during the episode.2021-12-0954 min
Nicole Bonia2021 Gift Guide For Book LoversWe're so excited to publish this new episode where Nicole and Gayle make their own book recommendations. With this guide, you'll have the perfect inspiration of what gifts to buy to surprise your loved ones with page-turner books or other non-book ideas that we know any avid reader would love.As always, below you can find the book titles and links to get them and also links for the gifts mentioned during the episode.News Of The World | Paulette Giles | Amazon | BookshopA Very Punchable Face | Colin Jost | Amazon | BookshopBrat...2021-11-1851 min
Nicole BoniaDiscussing Upcoming Netflix Book ClubIn this episode Nicole and Gayle mention the books they've finished reading, they discuss the upcoming Netflix Book Club, and they also extensively discuss their own book clubs and how they pick books to read.The Plot | Jean Hanff Korelitz | Amazon | BookshopKill All Your Darlings | David Bell | Amazon | BookshopCrying In H Mart | Michelle Zauner | Amazon | BookshopNo One Goes Alone | Erik Larson | Amazon | BookshopIntimacies | Katie Kitamura | Amazon | BookshopMaid: Hard Work, Low Pay and A Mother's Will To Survive | Stephanie Land | Amazon | Bookshop2021-11-0553 min
Nicole BoniaBooks That Play With TimeIn this episode, Nicole and Gayle talk a little about their current reads, an exciting upcoming movie adaptation of a well-known romance novel mentioned in a previous episode. The main theme of this show is time travel or books that play with time, waste no more of it, and listen to this episode for amazing book recommendations on the topic.If you can't see the links to the books below you can also find the latest episode's post here: www.nicolebonia.com/new-podcast-2021/The Idea Of You | Robinne Lee | Amazon | BookshopThe Other...2021-10-2056 min
Nicole Bonia2021 Fall Nonfiction PreviewIn this episode, Nicole and Gayle talk about the newly published Nonfiction books that have caught their eye this fall. They also talk about some of the books they are currently reading.The People We Keep | Allison Larkin | Amazon | BookshopWant | Lynn Steger Strong | Amazon | BookshopThe Other Black Girl | Zakiya Dalila Harris | Amazon | BookshopThe Other Me | Sarah Zachrich Jeng | Amazon | BookshopCount the Ways | Joyce Maynard | Amazon | BookshopThe Dilema | B. A. Paris | Amazon | BookshopIntimacies | Katie Kitamura | Amazon | BookshopEverything...2021-10-0627 min
Nicole Bonia2021 Fall Fiction PreviewIn this episode, Gayle and Nicole do a preview of their picks on fall fiction preview, get ready because there's quite a list!Paper shortage crisis, printed books are being hard to find or to publish new editions. They theorize that's a consequence of the current world situation, people staying at home might be preferring to choose paper to give their eyes a break.We Are The Brennans | Tracey Lange | Amazon | BookshopThe People We Keep | Allison Larkin | Amazon | BookshopThis Life | Quntos KunQuest | Amazon | BookshopThe Stranger Behind...2021-09-2153 min
Nicole BoniaOur Vacation Reads and Challenges UpdateIn this episode, Gayle and Nicole go over their vacation reads, and they discuss how traumatic events in fiction books tend to be happening more often than it usually does in real life, which can lead to a feeling of being overfed with trauma while reading the story.Towards the second half of the episode, they talk about their current reading challenges and their picks.Early Morning Riser by Katherine Heiny | Amazon | BookshopSingle Carefree Mellow by Katherine Heiny | Amazon | BookshopThe Paper Palace by Miranda Cowley Heller | Amazon | Bookshop2021-09-0845 min
Nicole BoniaEnd of Summer Catch Up & Vacation Reading PicksIn this episode, Nicole and Gayle discuss her Vacation Reading Picks and they do a summer catch-up before going on the last holidays.What Could Be Saved | Liese O'Halloran Schwarz | Amazon | BookshopMalibu Rising | Taylor Jenkins Reid | Amazon | BookshopAll Together Now | Matthew Norman | Amazon | BookshopWayward | Dana Spiotta | Amazon | BookshopWhereabouts | Jhumpa Lahiri | Amazon | BookshopThe Lowland | Jhumpa Lahiri | Amazon | BookshopA Slow Fire Burning | Paula Hawkins | Amazon | BookshopEarly Morning Riser | Katherine Heiny | Amazon | BookshopSingle Carefree Mellow | Ketherine...2021-08-2430 min
Nicole BoniaTravel Light With Winter Paperbacks & Such A Fun Age Book ClubPaperbacks! Get yer paperbacks! Gayle and Nicole share winter titles coming out in paperback that you should check out if you missed them the first time around. We also have our book club discussion about Kiley Reid’s Such A Fun Age.What we’re reading and industry news:The Cactus League by Emily NemensDear Edward by Ann NapolitanoBluebird, Bluebird by Attica LockeSomething In The Water by Catherine SteadmanTrick Mirror by Jia Tolentino...2020-02-1155 min
Nicole BoniaThe Readerly Report: Gayle & Nicole's Holiday Gift Guide For Readers - 2019 (Part II)Gayle and Nicole are back with the second half of our 2019 Holiday Gift Guide. (Here is Part I of the Holiday Gift Guide.) We offer suggestions for a wide variety of readers on your list – mostly books but some “book-adjacent” items as well. We also look at the December Book of the Month picks and catch up on where we are with our 2019 reading challenges.DECEMBER BOOK OF THE MONTH PICKSDear Edward by Ann NapolitanoRed, White & Royal Blue by Casey McQuistonLong Bright River by Liz MooreThe Glittering Hour by Iona G...2019-12-0355 min
Nicole BoniaThe Readerly Report: Gayle & Nicole's Holiday Gift Guide For Readers - 2019Gayle and Nicole are here with the first half of our 2019 Holiday Gift Guide. We offer suggestions for a wide variety of readers on your list – mostly books but some “book-adjacent” items as well. This discussion took longer than we thought, so we split it in half! Tune in next week for the second half of the list.WHAT WE’VE BEEN READINGI’ll Give You The Sun by Jandy NelsonThe Dutch House by Ann PatchettAsk Again, Yes by Mary Beth KeaneThe Only Plane In The Sky by Garrett...2019-11-2850 min
Nicole Bonia100 Episodes, 100 BooksThis is the 100th episode of the Readerly Report! To commemorate this milestone, we’re taking a look at 100 of our collective favorite 100 books we’ve read since launching the show. We also go behind the scenes and talk about who we are, how we record the show and how we’ve changed as readers since we started.Links mentioned:The Readerly Report 100 Favorite BooksGMA Cover To Cover Book ClubYouTube Launches BookTube2019 National Book Award FinalistsBooks mentioned:An American Marriage by Tayari JonesThe Great Believ...2019-10-2053 min
Nicole Bonia10 Books We Swear We're Going To Read...EventuallyGayle and Nicole are sooo close to episode 100, but they needed one more week to prepare. So they recorded Episode 99.5, in which they share a list of backlist books that they have been meaning to read and that are lingering on their shelves, but that keep getting passed over for no good reason. They commit to reading them sometime in the next 100 episodes! If you’ve read them, let them know whether they should be on their TBRs, and in what order?Links mentioned:By The Book column in The New York Times about Lupita Nyong’o2019-10-1033 min
Nicole BoniaHeading Into The Last Months of This Year & What To Read In OctoberGayle and Nicole discuss new October releases they are looking forward to reading, and – surprise! – a lot of them are nonfiction! (And not all of the nonfiction ones are Nicole’s picks.) We also discuss where the expression “the old college try” came from, announce a fun giveaway for our podcast listeners (calling all Jojo Moyes fans!) and check in on our (non)progress on our 2019 reading challenges.Books mentioned in this episode:Patsy by Nicole Dennis-BennThe Nickel Boys by Colson WhiteheadTalking To Strangers by Malcolm GladwellThe New Me by Halle B...2019-10-0354 min
Nicole BoniaSummer Highs and Lows & The Real Michael Swann Book ClubLast week we talked about the hot books of summer 2019, but which were *our* personal summer faves (and lows)? We also have our book club discussion about Bryan Reardon’s The Real Michael Swann.Books mentioned in this episode:Three Women by Lisa TaddeoThe New Me by Halle ButlerThe Nickel Boys by Colson WhiteheadIn The Pleasure Groove by John TaylorThe Last Romantics by Tara ConklinThe Other’s Gold by Elizabeth AmesFleishman Is I...2019-09-261h 13
Nicole BoniaInvestigating the Hot Books Of The Summer (V4, 2019)Summer is over, but we’re not done talking about the hot books of summer 2019. Which did we read? Did they live up to the hype? And what’s still on our summer TBR? Also, as Gayle and Nicole approach the 100th episode of The Readerly Report, they want to do something big.Books mentioned in this show:City Of Girls by Elizabeth GilbertFleishman Is In Trouble by Taffy Brodesser-Akner (Gayle’s review here)Searching For Sylvie Lee by Jean Kwok (Gayle’s review here)Three Women by Lisa TaddeoEvvie Drake Sta...2019-09-1955 min
Nicole BoniaMore Fall Books: The Fall Debuts We're Looking Forward To ReadingThis week, Gayle and Nicole continue their discussion about fall books they’re looking forward to, with a focus on debut authors. These books are all over the map, in terms of genre, format and subject matter! Books discussed during this episode:Polite Society by Mahesh RaoMachine by Susan SteinbergThe Water Dancer by Ta-Nehisi CoatesDiamond Doris by Doris PayneThe World According to Fannie Davis by Bridgett M. DavisBloomland by John EnglehardtKnow My Name by Chanel Miller (NYT’s Article – You Know Emily Doe’s Story. No...2019-09-1248 min
Nicole BoniaGayle's Post-Vacation Catchup & THE TRAVELERS Book ClubGayle is back from vacation, so she and Nicole catch up on what they read- and didn’t read – while she was gone. They also talk about the passing of Toni Morrison (read an old post of Nicole’s celebrating Toni Morrison) and the Obamas’ role as literary tastemakers, and have a long book club discussion about The Travelers by Regina Porter. (If you haven’t read it, turn the show off around minute 50.)Links mentioned:Bustle article about Michelle Obama’s book recommendationsInsideHook article about Barack Obama’s growing literary influenceThe Readerly Repor...2019-08-301h 07
Nicole BoniaGrab The Popcorn! Gayle & Nicole Share A Selection Of Their Favorite ThrillersGayle and Nicole talk about their favorite thrillers – the ones that can serve as popcorn for dinner. Did their lists overlap? Shockingly, no. Also, what is Gayle bringing to read on vacation?Books mentioned in this episode:Bad Blood by John CarreyrouThe Body Lies by Jo BakerAnd Then There Were None by Agatha ChristieThe Last Romantics by Tara ConklinRed White And Royal Blue by Casey McQuistonPlainsong by Kent Haruf Normal People by Sally RooneyThings You Save In A Fire by Katherine CenterTh...2019-08-2246 min
Nicole BoniaThis Summer's Literary FictionGayle and Nicole are drowning in enticing literary fiction books this summer. On this episode, we delve wistfully into our literary fiction TBRs and lament how little time we have to read all of the books we want to read. WARNING: your TBR may balloon after listening to this episode.Books mentioned in this episode:Kitchens Of The Great Midwest by J. Ryan StradalThe Lager Queen of Minnesota by J. Ryan StradalEverything Is Just Fine by Brett PaeselFleishman Is In Trouble by Taffy Brodesser-AknerThe Year Of The Runaways...2019-07-1856 min
Nicole BoniaTherese Plummer Stops By To Give Us Her Take on Audiobook Narration Plus Favorite Books Set In SummerGayle and Nicole talk to prolific audiobook narrator Therese Plummer about our favorite books set in summertime. We also get into the relationship between audiobook narrators and listeners, and weigh in on the eternal debate: does listening to a book count as reading it? (YES!)Books mentioned on this show:Sunburn by Laura LipmanMore News Tomorrow by Susan Richards ShreveCygnet by Season ButlerThe Summer That Made Us by Robyn CarrLittle Blog On The Prairie by Cathleen Davitt BellThe Mother-in-Law by Sally Hepworth (Gayle’s review here)2019-07-1153 min
Nicole BoniaYear To Date! The Best of 2019 So Far + The Farm Book ClubGayle and Nicole share their reading highlights from the first half of 2019, report on upcoming paperback releases and talk about some good book mail Nicole just got from Gayle. They also have their spoiler-y book club discussion of The Farm by Joanne Ramos.Books mentioned:Searching for Sylvie Lee by Jean KwokBad Blood by John CarreyrouEvvie Drake Starts Over by Linda HolmesSunburn by Laura LippmanCity Of Girls by Elizabeth GilbertThree Women by Lisa TaddeoThe Two Lila Bennetts by Liz Fenton and Lisa Steinke2019-06-271h 18
Nicole BoniaComing Of Age With Jean Kwok, Author of "Searching For Sylvie Lee"Gayle and Nicole have a guest – Jean Kwok, the author of the newly-released Searching For Sylvie Lee – to help them decide what makes a coming of age novel and discuss their favorite books in this genre. Jean also gives a behind-the-scenes look at the casting and production of the audiobook version of Searching For Sylvie Lee.Books mentioned in this episode:Girl In Translation by Jean KwokMambo In Chinatown by Jean KwokCity Of Girls by Elizabeth GilbertTrust Exercise by Susan ChoiEvvie Drake Starts Over by Linda HolmesThin...2019-06-2055 min
Nicole BoniaFirst Half 2019 Reads - Did Goodreads Get It Right? Plus All The Books From The BEA Buzz PanelGayle and Nicole continue to catch up on Book Expo 2019, including this year’s 6 Adult Buzz Panel picks, and they discuss the Goodreads list of the Hit Books of the First Half of 2019. What have we read on this list, and do we agree with it?Books discussed in this episode:Forever Is The Worst Long Time by Camille PagánSearching For Sylvie Lee by Jean KwokThe Mother-In-Law by Sally HepworthCity Of Girls by Elizabeth GilbertHoward Stern Comes Again by Howard SternUncanny Valley by Anna Wie...2019-06-1342 min
Nicole BoniaNicole's Vacation Reading Report & Book Expo UpdateNicole is back from vacation – what did she read while she was gone? (Or when she got back, thanks to the busy nature of her trip?) And Gayle is back from Book Expo 2019, so she shares some thoughts about the annual book fest in NYC. This is the first episode they’ve recorded in a few weeks, so there is a lot to catch up on!Books mentioned in this episode:Miracle Creek by Angie KimAsk Again, Yes by Mary Beth KeaneThree Women by Lisa TadeoMrs. Everything by Jennifer Weiner...2019-06-0639 min
Nicole BoniaThe Readerly Report Summer Book Preview!Clear the decks! It's time for the Readerly Report Summer Book Preview! Gayle and Nicole scoured the lists of upcoming releases, and here are the books they are most looking forward to reading this summer. They came into the show without conferring with each other - did they come up with the same books? (Hint: Of course.)Books mentioned on this episode:Searching for Sylvie Lee by Jean KwokCygnet by Season ButlerBad Marie by Marcy DermanskyThe Red Car by Marcy DermanskyVery Nice by Marcy DermanskyThe...2019-05-3047 min
Nicole BoniaNicole's Vacation Reads And Book Club Discussion of A Woman Is No Man by Etaf RumGayle and Nicole discuss which books Nicole is taking on her upcoming two-week jaunt to Asia - how to decide? And we have our book club discussion about Etaf Rum's A Woman Is No Man.City of Girls by Elizabeth GilbertThe Last American Man by Elizabeth GilbertCygnet by Season ButlerThe Night Before by Wendy WalkerDevotion by Madeline StevensTime After Time byThe Perfect Fraud by Ellen LaCorteThe Snakes by Sadie JonesThe Women Of The Copper Country by Mary Doria RussellThe...2019-05-1145 min
Nicole BoniaBooks We Love Are Now In PaperbackGayle and Nicole talk about what they are reading, the frustration of having too many library books come in at the same time and some upcoming book-to-TV adaptations. Then they share some books that they love that are new in paperback now, just in time for beach bags and plane trips.Books mentioned in this episode:Golden Child by Claire Adam (Gayle’s review)A Woman Is No Man by Etaf RumMy Ex-Life by Stephen MacauleyBeyond The Point by Claire GibsonStay Up With Hugo Best by Erin Somers2019-05-0851 min
Nicole BoniaReaderly Report Book Club: The Dreamers by Karen Thompson WalkerOn this episode of The Readerly Report podcast, Gayle and Nicole talk about the myth (?) of the sophomore writing slump and our admiration for authors who can write a book while doing another job. We also talk backlist love and hold our book club discussion about The Dreamers by Karen Thompson Walker. We thought this would be a short-ish show, but it turns out that we had a lot to say!Books/articles discussed on today’s episode:The Myth Of The Consistently Great Writer by Carrie MullinsLook How Happy I’m Making You...2019-04-1851 min
Nicole BoniaApril Books We Can't Wait To Read & The First Of Our Backlist Book SpotlightsNicole finally read Daisy Jones And The Six, and she's turning into a Taylor Jenkins Reid fan. Gayle is trying to close the book on recent stressful reads and get into some slightly less anxiety-inducing fare. Gayle and Nicole both had problems with Tara Westover's juggernaut memoir, Educated. Last seek they shared a few April reads and this week they share a few more that they're looking forward to.Books mentioned in this podcast:Good Talk by Mira JacobDaisy Jones & The Six by Taylor Jenkins Reid...2019-04-1141 min
Nicole BoniaThe Readerly Report March Book Madness Round IIWe’re already at Round II of the Readerly Report March Book Madness competition! (See and listen to Round I if you missed it) This week, we’re down to 4 book matchups, and we predict some major disagreements between us regarding which ones should advance. Are we still friends in the end, or is this the final episode of the Readerly Report podcast? And most important, did we make the right choices?BOOKS MENTIONED IN THIS PODCAST:The Girl On The Train by Paula Hawkins Eligible by Curtis Sittenfeld Waiting For Eden b...2019-03-1932 min
Nicole BoniaWe Take A Look At March New Releases & Trendspot Locked Room MysteriesA new month means new reads, and they all seem to be coming out on March 5! There are a ton of books coming out that day that Gayle and Nicole want to read, and they discuss them on this week’s show. They also talk about locked-room mysteries, which are all the rage right now, and Nicole guilts Gayle into giving up on a disappointing audiobook.Books mentioned:The Hunting Party by Lucy Foley Nine Perfect Strangers by Lianne Moriarty An Unwanted Guest by Shari Lapena No Exit by Taylor Ada...2019-02-2838 min
Nicole BoniaGayle and Nicole Talk RomanceGayle and Nicole attempt to discuss the romance books they've read over the year. Gayle has read some recent ones, but Nicole had to go further into her backlist to turn up some appropriate titles. Also what they're reading, Gayle's library woes and current literary scandals. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit therestperpective.substack.com2019-02-081h 03
Nicole BoniaTrendspotting! Gayle and Nicole Try Their Hand At Examining The Emerging Trends of 2019Gayle and Nicole are reunited and eager to catch up with each other and all of you. They fill you inn on what they've been reading and also share some books that suggest emerging trends for 2019. Nicole notes that Gayle is trending toward light hearted contemporary fiction and romance novels. Things that make you go...hmmm. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit therestperpective.substack.com2019-01-311h 01
Nicole BoniaThe Reading Challenges of 2019, plus What's New In PaperbackGayle and Nicole reading challenges. Gayle has created one of her own and Nicole has discovered a few more that she wants to try out. Plus. they discuss new books in paperback to get your hands on. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit therestperpective.substack.com2019-01-2457 min
Nicole BoniaThe Readerly Report - Episode 59 - 2018 in Review, Reading Trends, Challenges and Bookish ResolutionsNicole is super psyched that The Aftermath by Rhidian Brook is being made into a movie featuring Keira Knightly and Alexander Skarsgard. Nicole and Gayle discuss the books they have been readmit and have a Q&A style conversation on The Four by Scott Galloway. Gayle and Nicole summarize and share the genres and topics which have dominated their reading over the last year, plus get really excited about the possibilities of the PopSugar Reading Challenge. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus e...2019-01-0450 min
Nicole BoniaThe Readerly Report - Episode 58 - Of Books and SuperlativesGayle and Nicole welcome Sarah from Sarah's Bookshelves back to the podcast to talk book superlatives. From the books that most benefitted from a particular moment in time, to the most poignant reads, to the books that made us feel dumb, we have a ton of interesting categories to help you organize your reading. Helpful links in this podcast: Sarah's list of underrated gems of 2018. Sarah's list of debut authors for 2018. Sarah's new podcast: Sarah's Bookshelves Live! Listen to Gayle and Nicole on the What To Read Next Podcast. 2018-12-311h 32
Nicole BoniaThe Readerly Report - Episode 57 - Our Best Books Of The YearGayle has updates for Nicole. She's joined Scribd, she's a veteran Spivey swapper and she's hit her reading goal for the year. Nicole discusses why she couldn't finish reading American Prison, and after discussing what they've been reading, they go on to talk about the best books they read in 2018. What We've Been Reading Good and Mad: The Revolutionary Power of Women's Anger by Rebecca Traister American Prison: A Reporter's Undercover Journey into the Business of Imprisonment by Shane Bauer Sliver of Light: Three American Imprisoned in Iran by Shane Bauer Daisy Jones and The Six by Ta...2018-12-2558 min
Nicole BoniaThe Readerly Report - Episode 54 - The Best Books To Read Over The Holiday SeasonGayle shocks Nicole with 1) trading a book on the Ashley Spivey Book Club group, and 2) reading a book before its release date. Inspired by discussing the best long best books to read over the holiday season, Gayle and Nicole discuss the best short books to read over the next few weeks, and just in time to boost those reading numbers and bring goals into line. What We're Reading / What We've Read One Day In Decemberby Josie Silver The Adultsby Caroline Hulse The Daily Stoicby Ryan Holiday The Mermaid and Mrs. Hancockby Imogen...2018-11-2041 min
Nicole BoniaThe Readerly Report - Episode 52 - Nonfiction November, Our Best Picks & The Nonfiction We Can't Wait To ReadNicole coaxes Gayle into taking a look at the Goodreads Choice Award and to consider voting in them. How Gayle chooses the books that she reads. How we organize our shelves, and our nonfiction recommendation and anticipated nonfiction reads. Current Reads & Just Finished Red Clocks Leni Zumas All You Can Ever Know by Nicole Chung Transcription by Kate Atkinson The Caregiver by Samuel Park There There by Tommy Orange The Heart’s Invisible Furies by John Boyne Ladder To The Sky by John Boyne Things That Make White People Uncomfortable by Michael Bennet Girl Unknown by Karen Pe...2018-11-0854 min
Nicole BoniaThe Readerly Report - Episode #51 - The November New Releases (Mostly Fiction!) We're Looking Forward to ReadingGayle has moved and has misplaced her audiobook and book. Gayle and Nicole try to figure out how to get Gayle more time with her audiobook, now that her move has shortened her time in the car. What We’re Reading: Red Clocks by Leni Zumas Miss Burma by Charmaine Craig The Heart’s Invisible Furies All You Can Ever Know by Nicole Chung Anticipated November Reads: Becoming by Michelle Obama Nine Perfect Strangers by Lianne Moriarty One Plus One by Jojo Moyes Once A Midw...2018-11-0147 min
Nicole BoniaThe Readerly Report - Episode 37 - 2 Impromptu Book Club Discussions, Gayle Rates Her Vacation ReadsGayle is back from vacation. Gayle updates Nicole on whether Nicole predictions about her reading proved correct. As it turns out, they've now both read That Kind of Mother and The Woman in the Window. Discussion ensues. Books Discussed in This Podcast How To Walk Away by Katherine Center The Book of Essie by Meghan MacLean The Heart’s Invisible Furies by John Boyne The Great Believers by Rebecca Makkai Happiness: A Memoir: The Crooked Little Road to Semi-Ever After by Heather Harpham The Submission by Amy Waldman The Woman In...2018-07-2637 min
Nicole BoniaThe Readerly Report - Episode 30 - Chatting with Cynthia Swanson, Author of The Glass ForestGayle and Nicole spend the first half of the podcast chatting with Cynthia Swanson, the author of The Bookseller & The Glass Forest. Though both Cynthia's novels are historical fiction, set in the late 50s and early 60s, we discussed the parallels between the issues and challenges women faced then and now. Later on in the show, we Gayle and Nicole discuss the books they've recently finished, what they're reading next, and Nicole's vacation reads. Books Mentioned and Discussed in this Podcast: Everything Here Is Beautiful by Mira T. Lee Not That I Could Tell by Jessica Strawser Born A Crime by...2018-05-0240 min
Nicole BoniaThe Readerly Report - Episode 25 - The Books We Want To Read in Q1 2018Gayle and Nicole discuss the books they can't wait to read in the first quarter of 2018. While Gayle shares a bunch of debut author, Nicole shares the books she wants to read by authors she's read before. Also Gayle goes on a rant concerning the Goodreads rating system. Books discussed in this podcast include: The Leavers by Lisa Ko This Is How It Always Is by Laurie Frankel Going Into Town: A Love Letter To New York by Roz Chast The War Bride's Scrapbook by Caroline Preston Born to Run by Bruce Springsteen The Nanny by Leï...2018-01-1749 min
Nicole BoniaThe Readerly Report - Episode 24 - The Best Books We've Read This YearGayle and Nicole take a look back at some of the best books they've read this year; Gayle discusses the type of nonfiction she likes to read and why she wants to read more; Gayle and Nicole give a few sneak previews of books due in early 2018 that they really enjoyed reading. Some of the books discussed in this podcast: The Woman in The Window by AJ Finn The Confusion of Languages by Siobhan Fallon Our Short History by Lauren Grodstein Father’s Day By Simon Van Booy This is a public episode. If you...2017-12-3143 min
Nicole BoniaThe Readerly Report - Episode 19 - Summer Book Events & What We’ve Been Reading We’ve been having some technical difficulties, so really belatedly (the event discussed in this episode took place on August 7!) we talk Nicole’s bookish outing and Gayle’s deep dive into the HBO version of Big Little Lies. Nicole tries to persuade Gayle to read the book, but warns her away from Truly, Madly, Guilty. Lots of reading updates, and you’ll hear about the two books we’ve read that make us cranky and difficult to be around. Modern Lovers by Emma Straub Sweetbitter by Stephanie Danler Chelsea Girls by Eileen Myles The Husband’s Secret by Lianne Moriarty Wha...2017-08-3030 min
Nicole BoniaThe Readerly Report - Episode 17 - How To Read More BooksThis is the first episode in which neither Gayle nor Nicole gives a single book recommendation! It's unheard of, right? That's not what we're about. But, this is one of our favorite episodes because (with the help of a few articles) we're giving you our very best tips on how to read more books. All the better to keep up with that TBR pile we're trying to help you grow! Let us know what tips work for you, and share anything you do helps you read more. How To Read A Whole Damn Book Every Week by...2017-08-0327 min
Nicole BoniaThe Readerly Report - Episode 8 - The Most Disturbing Books We've Ever ReadAfter debating the types of books that get under their skin, Gayle and Nicole discuss the most disturbing books they have ever read. But before they delve into the topic at hand, Gayle relates her Andrew McCarthy sighting. Afterward, they discuss a few upcoming books they have on their radars and a few new books that you should pick up. Our Most Disturbing ReadsBehind Closed Doors by B.A. Paris Leopard at the Door by Jennifer McVeigh (Kenya is the African country featured in this novel. Nicole couldn't recall the country at the time o...2017-04-2733 min