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Author: Kelly Hager, Julia Hall, Rachael Hall

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Friends Julia, Kelly, and Rachael discuss the newest books, trends and their never-ending TBR stacks. There will be laughs, great recommendations, and possibly (definitely) some spoilers. Tune in weekly and find out why these three have entirely ruined their dispositions with books. Want us to let you know what YOU should read? Fill out our google form and we'll recommend something to you on the podcast! https://forms.gle/QkN4uFtBTjnsGom88
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Hi, Should-Heads! Have you always wanted to try reading epic fantasy but don't know where to start? Or maybe you already like it but aren't sure of where to go next? Or possibly you have no idea because you're not even sure what that IS? Either way, don't worry: Rachael has come with suggestions. LINKS MENTIONED: Henrietta Lacks' family settles with biotech firm BOOKS MENTIONED: Legends and Lattes (Travis Baldree), The Green Rider series (Kristen Britain), the Graceling series (Kristin Cashore), the Lord of the Rings series (J.R.R. Tolkien), the Song of Ice and Fire series (George R.R. Martin), the Poppy War trilogy (R.F. Kuang), the Mirror Visitor quartet (Christelle Dabos) and the Mistborn series (Brandon Sanderson).Twitter and Instagram: wysr_podcast
Hi, Should-Heads! We're back and we have a real treat for you today. Michael Koryta is back to discuss books set in Maine (including his newest, An Honest Man, which is out today!). Book news: Britney's BookPRH Layoffs and BuyoutsHarper Collins Layoffs Recommendations: Michael Koryta: Bag of Bones (Stephen King), When We Were the Kennedys (Monica Wood) and Into the Raging Sea (Rachel Slade) Julia: Evvie Drake Starts Over (Linda Holmes) and Town in a Blueberry Jam (B.B. Haywood) Rachael: Night of the Living Rez (Morgan Talty) and Maine (J. Courtney Sullivan) Kelly:  An Honest Man (Michael Koryta)Twitter and Instagram: wysr_podcast
New books for summer!

New books for summer!

2023-06-1346:08

Hi, Should-Heads! It's summer, our favorite season! Time for fun, hopefully vacations and a lot of reading. We've got some of our favorites to discuss with you. NOTE: We are on vacation and will return with more books and fun in July! RECOMMENDED BOOKS: Julia: Before She Finds Me (Heather Chavez), Real Love (Rachel Lindsay) and The Seven Year Slip (Ashley Poston) Kelly: Summer Rental (Rektok Ross), The Only One Left (Riley Sager), Happy Place (Emily Henry), For Never & Always (Helena Greer), The Hotel Nantucket (Elin Hilderbrand) and The Breakaway (Jennifer Weiner) Rachael: The Cartographers (Peng Shepherd), Romantic Comedy (Curtis Sittenfeld) and Fellowship Point (Alice Elliott Dark)Twitter and Instagram: wysr_podcast
Time goes weird!

Time goes weird!

2023-05-3046:53

Hello, Should-Heads! Who doesn't love a good time-related story? Time loops, jumps, travel...we're in for any and all of them! Here are some of our favorites (and one we can't wait to read). Julia: The Rehearsals (Annette Christie), This Time Tomorrow (Emma Straub), Eternal Life (Dara Horn), The Invisible Life of Addie LaRue (V. E. Schwab), Oona Out of Order (Margarita Montimore) and Off to Be the Wizard (Scott Meyer) Kelly: Throwback (Maurene Goo), Twice in a Lifetime (Melissa Baron) and The Good Part (Sophie Cousens) Rachael: Everything Matters (Ron Currie Jr.), Before I Fall (Lauren Oliver) and The Two Lives of Lydia Bird (Josie Silver)Twitter and Instagram: wysr_podcast
Should-Heads, it's a little known fact but we love detective stories! Whether it's the thrill of trying to solve a mystery or the fun of spending thousands of pages with the same characters, there's not much better. In this episode we recommend some of our favorites (after we get through our absolutely unhinged recent acquisitions this week.)Book News:Illinois bans book bans (finally some good news!)Recommendations:Dorian: The Lavender House (AC Rosen), The Big Book of Female DetectivesJulia: Roderick Alleyn (Ngaio Marsh), Finlay Donovan is Killing It (Elle Cosimano)Kelly: VI Warshawski (Sara Paretsky), Kinsey Millhone (Sue Grafton), A Kind of Death (Josh Aterovis)Rachael: Mike Bowditch (Paul Doiron), Waverly Place duology (Sara Donati)Twitter and Instagram: wysr_podcast
Hi, Should-Heads! We're back to give you more recommendations based on your sign. This time, we discuss Virgo, Pisces and Gemini. (SPOILER: There is some Gemini slander)Book News:Tennessee goes after book publishers, maybeRecommendations:Julia (Virgo): How to Be Perfect (Michael Schur), Oh My God What a Complete Aisling (Emer McLysaght and Sarah Breen) and Will (Will Smith)Kelly (Gemini): Reggie & Delilah’s Year of Failing (Elise Bryant), The Extraordinaries (TJ Klune) this is impulsive and If I See You Again Tomorrow (Robbie Couch) Rachael (Pisces): Anne of Green Gables (LM Montgomery), Concrete Rose (Angie Thomas) and The Bonesetter's Daughter (Amy Tan)Twitter and Instagram: wysr_podcast
Hi, Should-Heads! How are you doing with all...this? If you're struggling, we get it and we're here with recs for you! NOTE: This episode deals with grief, anxiety, self-harm, depression and, while we don't delve too deeply into any of them, they are mentioned.Book News: Missouri may defund librariesMental Health recommendations:Julia: Adelaide (Genevieve Wheeler), Signal Fires (Dani Shapiro), Maame (Jessica George) and Darius the Great is Not Okay (Adib Khorram)Kelly: In Sight of Stars (Gae Polisner), Chaos Theory (Nic Stone), Broken in the Best Possible Way (Jenny Lawson) and Honey Girl (Morgan Rogers)Rachael: Eleanor Oliphant is Completely Fine (Gail Honeyman), Wild (Cheryl Strayed), Where’d You Go, Bernadette (Maria Semple), The Great Alone (Kristin Hannah)Twitter and Instagram: wysr_podcast
Hi, Should-Heads! We're discussing Meredith, Alone in our latest book club episode. Julia picked it and we delve into the story with sidebars into self-care, our housebound survival kits and much more.We also share our favorite reads of the year so far.NOTE: Meredith, Alone contains depictions of sexual assault, self-harm and abuse. Also, there are spoilers in this episode.Twitter and Instagram: wysr_podcast
It's not exactly common knowledge, Should-Heads, but we love books about sports. We may not be huge fans of sports itself, but books about them? Yes, please! Links mentioned:Roald Dahl books updated...sort ofOur interview with Adib KhorramOur other interview with Adib KhorramOur interview with Alena DillonBooks mentioned:Julia: Carrie Soto is Back (Taylor Jenkins Reid), Tell the Rest (Lucy Jane Bledsoe) and The Happiest Girl in the World (Alena Dillon)Kelly: The Bridge From Me to You (Lisa Schroeder), Home Field Advantage (Dahlia Adler) and She Drives Me Crazy (Kelly Quindlen)Rachael: Demon Copperhead (Barbara Kingsolver), Bear Town (Fredrik Backman) and Darius the Great is Not Okay and Darius the Great Deserves Better (Adib Khorram)Twitter and Instagram: wysr_podcast
Hear ye hear ye! Today we're discussing Spare, Prince Harry's memoir, and we are joined once again by our good friend Kendell! We break down all the juicy, and maybe not super surprising, moments of this royal reveal all. Who came off the worst? Were there any highlights? Did we even need this book? We get into it all! Twitter and Instagram: wysr_podcast
We're Back, Baby!

We're Back, Baby!

2023-02-0738:43

Hi, Should-Heads! Our hiatus is over and we want to let you know what's ahead for us and the podcast. We discuss our upcoming episodes and our semi-embarrassing amount of recent acquisitions.If you've got book recommendations, topic ideas or want to come on the podcast, email or contact us on social media!Let the fun begin!LINKS MENTIONED:Harper Collins LayoffsRon DeSantis MemoirEmily MovieJen DeLuca Book DealTwitter and Instagram: wysr_podcast
Okay, Should-Heads, the news of our hiatus was maybe a little over-exaggerated. (In our defense, the book world got a little busy and we had to discuss it.) It looks like 2023 is going to be quite the dramatic year!Links mentioned:Romeo & Juliet lawsuitHarper Collins strike updateSusan Meachin BooklyTwitter and Instagram: wysr_podcast
Can you believe it's 2023, Should-Heads? New year, new books, same unwieldy TBRs. Our friends Kathy and Bekki are here to discuss our most anticipated 2023 reads of the new year! (We've also each got some reading goals.)What books are you most excited for? Let us know!(NOTE: We're also taking a few weeks off, but plan to be back in February to discuss how these goals are going.)Twitter and Instagram: wysr_podcast
Once again we are stopping by the Movies and a Meal podcast to discuss holiday adaptations. This year we are reviewing three film adaptations of Dr. Seuss' "How the Grinch Stole Christmas." It's become one of our favorite holiday traditions and we hope you enjoy! Twitter and Instagram: wysr_podcast
It’s almost 2023 and that means it’s time to reflect on the best books we read this year. As an added bonus, we’re joined by our friends Kathy and Bekki. Between the five of us, we’ll help you with last minute book gifts or how to spend any gift cards you’ll get. You’re welcome, Should-Heads.Twitter and Instagram: wysr_podcast
Should-Heads, we had the best time discussing the Well Met series with its author, Jen DeLuca! Her next book, Well Traveled, is out on December 6 and you don’t want to miss this one!We also discuss Ren Faire, her writing process and, of course, got some great recommendations. If you’re in the mood for a sweet, delightful romance, absolutely check these books out.CONNECT WITH JEN DELUCA:Website: https://www.jendeluca.com/ Twitter: @jaydee_ell FB: https://www.facebook.com/jendelucabooks Instagram: @jendelucawritesTwitter and Instagram: wysr_podcast
Should-Heads, we've got a real treat for you today. We're joined by Helena Greer to discuss her debut novel, Season of Love! It's a rom-com with serious undertones about processing trauma but is also the sweetest, loveliest story. It'll definitely put you in the holiday spirit and is a perfect way to (as the tagline says) "make the Yuletide gay."Twitter and Instagram: wysr_podcast
Should-Heads, we're back with more sign-specific book recs! This time, we're discussing our moon signs and our friend Kendell is back to help us choose the best books for our moon signs (Scorpio, Sagitarius and Capricorn). We're now half done with the Zodiac, but we'll get to everyone. Links Mentioned:DOJ Shuts Down Proposed Penguin Random House/Simon & Schuster MergerHarper Collins Union Members on StrikeKelly/Scorpio:Election (Tom Perrotta), When Women Were Dragons (Kelly Barnhill) and Mistakes Were Made (Meryl Wilsner)Julia/Sagittarius:Honey & Spice (Bolu Babalola), Killers of a Certain Age (Deanna Raybourn) and Finlay Donovan is Killing It (Elle Cosimano)Rachael/Capricorn: Tomorrow, and Tomorrow, and Tomorrow (Gabrielle Zevin), A Man Called Ove (Fredrik Backman) and Their Eyes Are Watching God (Zora Neale Hurston)Twitter and Instagram: wysr_podcast
Tis the damn season, Should-Heads! We're here with recommendations of holiday reads and an inaugural segment of what you should watch/listen to! We've got picks (and a few we're excited for) to get you in the holiday spirit.Holiday Recommendations:Julia: Landline and If the Fates Allow (Rainbow Rowell), Wrapped Up in You (Talia Hibbert) and Yes, Virginia, There is a Santa Claus (the column)Kelly:  A Merry Little Meet Cute (Julie Murphy and Sierra Simone), Season of Love (Helena Greer), Kiss Her Once For Me (Alison Cochrun)Rachael: Christmas Shopaholic (Sophie Kinsella), The Matzah Ball (Jean Meltzer) and The Holiday Swap (Maggie Knox)Twitter and Instagram: wysr_podcast
Hi, Should-Heads! We're excited to chat with Carolyn Prusa, the debut author of None of This Would Have Happened if Prince Were Alive! (Out November 22). It's a lighthearted novel about serious topics. Sidebar topics include elections, Stacey Abrams, Baltimore and, of course, Prince.Twitter and Instagram: wysr_podcast
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