The Read Carpet Report

The Red Carpet Report hosts discuss upcoming book club events, an upcoming PBS adaptation, and the plot twist segment featuring grief novels. The conversation delves into the themes of grief and romance in literature, discussing the emotional impact of stories that deal with loss and love. Rosie Storey appears as a guest and talks about the writing process and the inspiration behind the book ‘Dandelion is Dead’. The episode also includes discussions about upcoming author interviews and book club picks.TakeawaysThe Read Carpet ReportThe Count of Monte Cristo is coming to PBS, Project Hail Mary is releasing this weekend, and Hamnet‘s big Oscar win.Best Classic NovelsThe Best Queen Camilla Book Club BooksPlot Twist: April 2026 Reading Challenge – Novels About Grief2026 Reading ChallengeNovels about GriefRomance Novels About GriefApril Beyond the Bookends Book Club Pick: One Hundred Years of Lenni and Margot by Marianne CroninBeyond the Bookends Book ClubApril Public Book Club Pick: Dandelion is Dead by Rosie StoreyRegister for the DiscussionThe Bookmark: The House of Hidden Letters by Izzy BroomMarch 2026 Book ReleasesBooks We DiscussedShop for every book or product we discussed in this episode here: https://shopmy.us/shop/collections/4393422Chapters00:09 Read Carpet Rundown06:18 Plot Twist – Novels About Grief13:32 Beyond the Bookends Private Book Club Pick16:32 Interview with Rosie Storey21:28 The Bookmark

This episode begins with Kirsten and Jackie talking about book adaptation news about Tomorrow, Tomorrow, and Tomorrow, and Reminders of Him, and then a review of Netflix's Vladmir. The main segment is a deep dive into the intersection of Gilmore Girls and celebrity book clubs, with an introduction to Friday Night Readers and a discussion on celebrity book club picks for Rory Gilmore and friends. The episode concludes with the Bookmark pick and a question for listeners about their favorite grief novels.TakeawaysThe Read Carpet ReportTomorrow x 3, Vladimir, and Reminders of Him adaptations are discussed. Find reviews and more info on these stories here:Books About Women in STEMBest Novels About TeachersList of Colleen Hoover Books in Order & RankedDeep Dive into Gilmore Girls Celebrity Book Club FavoritesFriday Night Readers SubstackThe Bookmark: The Book Witch by Meg ShafferApril 2026 Book ReleasesBooks We DiscussedShop for every book or product we discussed in this episode here: https://shopmy.us/collections/4316279Chapters00:23 Read Carpet Rundown02:58 Deep Dive with Jules Buono of Friday Night Readers06:19 What Would the Gilmore Girls Read25:20 Speed Round: What are other characters reading?30:21 The Stars Hollow Book Club33:27 The Bookmark

This episode covers the March celebrity book club picks and exciting new book releases from former celebrity book club authors. It also includes discussions on Outlander, Netflix's Vladimir, Bridgerton, Beach Read by Emily Henry, and more. The hosts also share their excitement for upcoming releases and adaptations, making it a must-listen for book enthusiasts.TakeawaysThe Read Carpet ReportOutlander, Vladimir, Bridgerton, and Beach Read Adaptations are discussed. Find reviews and more info on these stories here:Outlander Books in OrderBest Novels About TeachersJulia Quinn’s Bridgerton Books in OrderEmily Henry Books in OrderCelebrity book club picks for MarchMarch 2026 Celebrity Book Club SpoilersBeyond the Bookends Book ClubDiscussion of Wait for Me by Amy Jo BurnsWait for Me Book Club QuestionsSummary of Wait for Me by Amy Jo BurnsNew book releases from former celebrity book club authorsMarch 2026 Book ReleasesAlice Hoffman Books in OrderNovels Set in EgyptThe Bookmark: Magic and Mischief at the Wayside Hotel by Elizabeth EverettHotel NovelsCozy Fantasy Romance BooksBooks We DiscussedShop every book or product we discussed in this episode here: https://shopmy.us/collections/4199705Chapters01:10 Red Carpet Rundown06:01 March 2026 Celebrity Book Club Picks17:02 Former Celeb Pick Authors with New Releases31:10 The Bookmark

This week's episode covers the excitement around the release of The Last Thing He Told Me and the adaptations of Jennifer Weiner's The Griffin Sisters. It also delves into the benefits of middle grade fiction and the use of audiobooks for young readers.TakeawaysRead Carpet RundownLast Thing He Told Me Season 2January 2026 Reese Witherspoon Book Club PickThe Griffin Sister's Greatest Hits AdaptationNovels About MusiciansThe Plot Twist: The Best Middle Grade Historical FictionThe use of audiobooks for middle grade fiction can enhance language abilities in young readersJackie and Kirsten's favorite middle grade histficHistorical Fiction for Middle SchoolersMention of how childhood classics are similar to adult readsAdult Versions of Favorite Childhood NovelsMarch Book Club PickNot Nothing by Gayle Forman - Beyond the Bookends Book ClubThe BookmarkAgnes Aubert’s Mystical Cat Shelter by Heather FawcettCozy BooksThe Books We DiscussedShop every book in this episode here: https://shopmy.us/collections/4015764Chapters00:20 Read Carpet Report03:45 The Plot Twist19:19 March Book Club Pick22:02 The Bookmark

The episode covers a review of the Wuthering Heights movie, including its cinematography, reimagining, and impact on the audience. It also delves into Reese's Book Club. Kirsten and Jackie share their top 10 picks from the book club. The conversation also covers Reese's book club underrated book recommendations, 'The Nightingale' filming news, winking, and the book recommendation of the week - 'So I Met This Guy' by Alexander Potter.TakeawaysNightingale Movie starts filming soonWuthering Heights is not like the BookThe Best Reese Witherspoon Books25 Best Reese PicksReese Witherspoon Book Club Complete ListUnderrated book recommendationsThe Bookmark featuring So I Met This Guy by Alexander PotterFebruary 2026 New Book ReleasesEvery Book We DiscussedShop every book in this episode here: https://shopmy.us/collections/3923769Chapters01:09 Read Carpet Report8:24 The Best Reese Witherspoon Book Club Picks26:13 The Bookmark

The conversation covers news about Ariel Lawhon's upcoming adaptation, reviews of 3 recently released adaptations, and an analysis of the February 2026 Celebrity Book Club Picks for Reese, Jenna, and GMA.TakeawaysRead Carpet ReportFrozen River Adaptation NewsReviews of Bridgerton, Heated Rivalry, & Finding Her EdgeBooks Like BridgertonBridgerton Books in OrderKatie Couric Book Club UpdateFebruary 2026 Celebrity Book Club PicksThe Bookmark: Laws of Love and Logic by Debra CurtisLiterary RomancesEvery Book We DiscussedShop every book in this episode here: https://shopmy.us/collections/3824456Chapters00:00 Read Carpet Report Ft. Bridgerton, Heated Rivalry, & Finding Her Edge8:21 Katie Couric's Book Club16:01 February 2026 Celebrity Book Club Picks Reaction25:46 The Bookmark: The Laws of Love and Logic Review

The conversation covers a range of topics including celebrity book club picks, book adaptations, and new book releases for February. It delves into specific book titles, predictions for book club picks, and the excitement surrounding upcoming TV shows and book adaptations.Jackie and Kirsten also discuss the potential impact of book club picks on author success and the anticipation of new releases. The conversation covers a range of book club picks, including immigration fiction, lighter fiction choices, family drama and relationships, fantasy and magic, thrillers and suspense, courtroom drama and legal thrillers, heartwarming and emotional picks, and a reader question and conclusion.TakeawaysCelebrity book club picksBook adaptationsFebruary book releaseshttps://www.beyondthebookends.com/february-2026-book-releases/https://www.beyondthebookends.com/february-2026-celebrity-book-club-spoilers/Shop every book we mention here: https://shopmy.us/collections/3762362Chapters00:00 Introduction to Celebrity Book Club Picks09:51 Discussion of New Book Releases15:42 Discussion of Fantasy Books About Libraries20:58 Sadeqa Johnson's 'Keeper of Lost Children'26:09 Oprah's Book Club Predictions34:08 The Bookmark Featuring Libby Page's new release

Jackie and Kirsten discuss book adaptations, including the adaptation of 'Lucky' by Marissa Stapley and 'The Agatha Christie Seven Dials' series. They then delve into the theme of thrillers and mystery books about writers, exploring the popularity of such books and their adaptations. The conversation concludes with a discussion of their February book club pick, 'The Christie Affair' by Nina De Gramont.TakeawaysPercy Jackson, Lucky, and The Seven Dials were discussedBook AdaptationsThrillers and mysteries about writers are popular among book readers.2026 Reading ChallengeMystery and Thriller Novels About WritersAdaptations of thrillers and mysteries about writers often make it to the big screen and are well-received.February 2026 Beyond the Bookends Book Club pick is 'The Christie Affair' by Nina De GramontBeyond the Bookends Book Club MembershipsFebruary Celebrity Book Club SpoilersThe Books We DiscussedShop every book in this episode here: https://shopmy.us/collections/3747984Chapters00:00 Introduction to Book Adaptations15:59 Thrillers and Mystery Books About Writers21:56 Upcoming Adaptations and Anne Hathaway's Verity27:10 Exploring Agatha Christie' Disappearance29:51 Celebrity Book Club Predictions

In this episode, Jackie and Kirsten discuss the best celebrity book club picks of 2025. They discuss their thoughts on various book selections, including YA picks, and share their personal favorites.TakeawaysBook adaptations and award winnersReview of The People We Met on Vacation and His & Hers AdaptationDiscussion of 2025 Celebrity Book Club PicksReese's Book ClubGMA Book Club 2025Oprah Book Club 2025Read with Jenna Book Club 2025Beyond the Bookends Book ClubThey highlight The Fourth Princess by Jamie Chang in this week's BookmarkNext week will cover the 2026 Reading Challenge prompt for Mystery and Thriller Books about Writers.The Books We DiscussedShop book from this episode here: https://shopmy.us/collections/3747982Chapters00:00 Red Carpet Rundown and Awards12:03 Stephen Colbert's Book Pick22:51 GMA Book Club Picks29:04 Book Club Picks and YA Selections36:11 Best Books of 2025 and Personal Favorites49:16 Upcoming Reading Challenges and Recommendations

In this episode of The Read Carpet Report, hosts Kirsten and Jackie celebrate their nine-year partnership and dive into the world of celebrity book clubs and adaptations. They discuss the latest adaptations coming to Netflix, a new celebrity book club, and the January 2026 picks from the big 5 book clubs. The conversation also touches on the dynamics between Oprah and Reese’s book announcements, the importance of spoilers, and their personal book recommendations. TakeawaysThe hosts celebrate their nine-year partnership in the book world as Beyond the Bookends* Celebrity book clubs are becoming increasingly popular, with new clubs emerging.* Adaptations of popular books are a major focus for Netflix this January.- His & Hers by Alice Feeney - https://www.beyondthebookends.com/alice-feeney-books-in-order-and-ranked/ - People We Meet on Vacation by Emily Henry- https://www.beyondthebookends.com/emily-henry-books-ranked/* Katie Couric's new book club pick has generated excitement among readers.- Top 20 Books of 2025 - https://www.beyondthebookends.com/the-best-books-of-2025/ - Beyond the Bookends Spoke with Virginia Evans about her book The Correspondent- https://www.beyondthebookends.com/beyond-the-bookends-book-club-memberships/* The importance of discussing book spoilers for promoting pre-orders and library requests.* The hosts share their thoughts on the latest celebrity book club picks for January.- January 2026 Celebrity Book Club Spoilers - https://www.beyondthebookends.com/january-2026-celebrity-book-club-spoilers/ * Oprah and Reese's book clubs have different focuses, with Oprah leaning towards literary works.* The hosts recommend upcoming releases that may not be on listeners' radar.- Dandelion is Dead by Rosie Storey- Novels About Grief - https://www.beyondthebookends.com/novels-about-grief/* The conversation highlights the emotional depth of literary romances and their appeal.* Listener engagement is encouraged for future discussions on favorite book club picks.Shop The BooksShop all the books we discussed here: https://shopmy.us/collections/3739474Chapters00:00Introduction to the Red Carpet Report00:28Red Carpet Rundown: Celebrity Book Adaptations02:25New Celebrity Book Clubs and Picks04:38January Celebrity Book Club Picks07:55Reese YA and Adult Picks11:58Exploring New Releases and Recommendations13:15GMA Adult and YA Picks18:37Oprah vs. Reese: Celebrity Book Club Dynamics22:58The Bookmark and the Epilogue