More Than a Book Club Podcast
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Episodes
Episode 93: Horror Books
We're talking about horror books we've read, horror books on our TBR, and new in 2026 horror books. We've got all the spooky things for you to read in this episode!Want to support the podcast? You can make a one time or monthly donation at Buy Me a Coffee! Here's the link: buymeacoffee.com/morethanabookclubpod
Episode 92: Quarter Four New Release Books
We're talking about books coming out in quarter 4! These are the last few months of 2026 and there are some fantastic books hitting the shelves. Hear what you should add to your TBR for the upcoming months. Want to support the podcast? You can make a one time or monthly donation at Buy Me a Coffee! Here's the link: buymeacoffee.com/morethanabookclubpod
Episode 91: September Literary Lately - What We've Been Reading!
Join hosts Leyna and LJ as we talk about all the books we've read this month! Have you read any of these??Want to support the podcast? You can make a one time or monthly donation at Buy Me a Coffee! Here's the link: buymeacoffee.com/morethanabookclubpod
Episode 90: Cozy Fall Vibes and Books
Join hosts Leyna and LJ as we talk about fall vibes and cozy fall books.Want to support the podcast? You can make a one time or monthly donation at Buy Me a Coffee! Here's the link: buymeacoffee.com/morethanabookclubpod
Episode 89: Fishbone Cinderella
Join hosts Leyna and LJ as we talk about the newly released book Fishbone Cinderella by Elizabeth Lim. Want to support the podcast? You can make a one time or monthly donation at Buy Me a Coffee! Here's the link: buymeacoffee.com/morethanabookclubpod
Episode 88: Author Claudia Hinz Debut Novel Safekeeping
Join hosts Leyna and LJ as we talk with author Claudia Hinz about her debut novel, Safekeeping, out September 30th!Interested in connecting with Claudia? Visit her website https://claudiahinz.net/or find her on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/claudiahinzauthor/Want to support the podcast? You can make a one time or monthly donation at Buy Me a Coffee! Here's the link: buymeacoffee.co
Episode 87: Life and Libations with Leyna and LJ
Want to support the podcast? You can make a one time or monthly donation at Buy Me a Coffee! Here's the link: buymeacoffee.com/morethanabookclubpodSummary: In this episode of More Than a Book Club Podcast, hosts Leyna and LJ talk about what's going on in their lives over a drink.
Episode 86: August Literary Lately
Want to support the podcast? You can make a one time or monthly donation at Buy Me a Coffee! Here's the link: buymeacoffee.com/morethanabookclubpodSummary: In this episode of More Than a Book Club Podcast, hosts Leyna and LJ talk about the books they've read over the last month. They'll also talk about what they're currently reading and any literary events they've attended.
Episode 85 : Bookish Celeb Speculation
Every paid Patreon member receives our monthly bonus episode. Paid membership starts at $3 a month and goes to $5 a month. For less than a Starbucks coffee (because those drinks are for real expensive now!!), you can support our podcast. $3/month and $5/month memberships available. Join now at Patreon.com/MoreThanaBookClubVisit our Etsy Shop: morethanabookclub.etsy.comSummary: What do yo
Episode 84: When She Was Ours with Author Anna Nordberg
LJ and Leyna had the privilege to sit with Anna Nordberg to talk about her debut novel, When She Was Ours. This was a powerful book that we think everyone should go read! Visit Anna's website: https://www.annanordberg.com/Follow Anna on IG here: https://www.instagram.com/annanordberg_writer/Want to help support the More Than a Book Club Podcast? Join our Patreon community! At membership levels
Episode 83: Let's Talk About Sandwich by Catherine Newman
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Episode 82: July Literary Lately
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Episode 81: Jasmaine Payne Author of Leech
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Episode 80: July to September New Book Releases
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Episode 79:June Literary Lately
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Episode 78: Behind the Perfect Life Yesteryear by Caro Claire Burke
In this episode, Leyna and LJ discuss the book Yesteryear by Caro Claire Burke. This satirical book will make you question what goes on behind the scenes of curated social media influencers.Join our Patreon community! Every paid Patreon member receives our monthly bonus episode. Paid membership starts at $3 a month and goes to $5 a month. For less than a Starbucks coffee (because those drinks are
Episode 77: Meet the Author - Kayla Olson
Today we are talking with USA TODAY Bestselling Author Kayla Olson! Her newest book, The Great Outdoors, releases on Tuesday, June 16th. We've read it and it's fantastic. Join our Patreon community! Every paid Patreon member receives our monthly bonus episode. Paid membership starts at $3 a month and goes to $5 a month. For less than a Starbucks coffee (because those drinks are for real ex
Episode 76: Books to Read at the Beach or the Pool
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Episode 75: May Literary Lately
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Episode 74: The Book Witch
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Episode 73: Guess This Book Based on 1 and 5 Star Reviews
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Episode 72: What Book on Our TBR Should We Read Next?
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Episode 71: April Literary Lately
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Episode 70: Patreon Bonus Episode Preview
Want to listen to the rest of our Patreon Bonus Episode? Join our Patreon community! Every paid Patreon member receives our monthly bonus episode. Paid membership starts at $3 a month and goes to $5 a month. For less than a Starbucks coffee (because those drinks are for real expensive now!!), you can support our podcast. $3/month and $5/month memberships available. Join now at Patreon.com/MoreTh
Episode 69: Project Hail Mary the book vs the movie
Join us on Patreon! Free, $3/month, and $5/month memberships available. Join now at Patreon.com/MoreThanaBookClubVisit our Etsy Shop: morethanabookclub.etsy.comSummary: On this episode of More Than a Book Club Podcast, LJ and Leyna discuss Project Hail Mary, both the book and the movie.
Episode 68: This or That
Join us on Patreon! Free, $3/month, and $5/month memberships available. Join now at Patreon.com/MoreThanaBookClubVisit our Etsy Shop: morethanabookclub.etsy.comSummary: On this episode of More Than a Book Club Podcast, LJ and Leyna let you get to know them a little better with a fun game of This or That!
Episode 67: Quarter 1 Favorite Books and Quarter 2 New Releases
Join us on Patreon! Free, $3/month, and $5/month memberships available. Join now at Patreon.com/MoreThanaBookClubVisit our Etsy Shop: morethanabookclub.etsy.comSummary: On this episode of More Than a Book Club Podcast, LJ and Leyna talk about their favorite books from January, February, and March. Then they switch gears to talk about which books coming out in April, May, and June that they
Episode 66: March Literary Lately
Join us on Patreon! Free, $3/month, and $5/month memberships available. Join now at Patreon.com/MoreThanaBookClubVisit our Etsy Shop: morethanabookclub.etsy.comEpisode Summary: Join us for one of our monthly favorite episodes where we share books we've been reading and any literary events we've attended.
Episode 65: This Story Might Save Your Life
Join us on Patreon! Free, $3/month, and $5/month memberships available. Join now at Patreon.com/MoreThanaBookClubVisit our Etsy Shop: morethanabookclub.etsy.comIn this episode of More Than a Book Club Podcast, hosts Leyna and LJ discuss the newly released book, This Story Might Save Your Life.
Episode 64: It's Dicey!
Join us on Patreon! Free, $3/month, and $5/month memberships available. Join now at Patreon.com/MoreThanaBookClubVisit our Etsy Shop: morethanabookclub.etsy.comIn this episode of More Than a Book Club Podcast, hosts Leyna and LJ play a game featured in their Reading Guide for the Book The Correspondent called It's Dicey! Want your own copy of this game for The Correspondent or other boo
Episode 63: Audiobooks vs Ereaders vs Physical Books Struggles
Join us on Patreon! Free, $3/month, and $5/month memberships available. Both memberships include our Bonus episode! This month's bonus episode is all about Heated Rivalry! Join now at Patreon.com/MoreThanaBookClubVisit our Etsy Shop: morethanabookclub.etsy.comWant to visit Leyna's Mom's Etsy Shop to get a Book Sleeve? Shop here: https://www.etsy.com/shop/TreasuresByKristaIn this
Episode 62: February Literary Lately
Join us on Patreon! Free, $3/month, and $5/month memberships available. Both memberships include our Bonus episode! This month's bonus episode is all about Heated Rivalry! Join now at Patreon.com/MoreThanaBookClubVisit our Etsy Shop: morethanabookclub.etsy.comSummary: On this episode of More Than a Book Club Podcast, hosts Leyna and LJ share all the books they've read over the last
Episode 61: The Correspondent by Virginia Evans
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Episode 60: Books to ReRead
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Episode 59: Winter Reads
Join us on Patreon! Free, $3/month, and $5/month memberships available. Both memberships include our Bonus episode! This month's bonus episode is all about Heated Rivalry! Join now at Patreon.com/MoreThanaBookClubVisit our Etsy Shop: morethanabookclub.etsy.comSummaryOn this episode of More Than a Book Club Podcast, hosts Leyna and LJ dig into those great wintry reads!
Episode 58: January Literary Lately
Join us on Patreon! Free, $3/month, and $5/month memberships available. Patreon.com/MoreThanaBookClubVisit our Etsy Shop: morethanabookclub.etsy.comSummaryIn this episode of the More Than a Book Club podcast, hosts Leyna and LJ dive into their recent literary adventures, discussing various books they've read, their thoughts on audiobooks, and the creative process behind writing. They explor
Episode 57: The Traitors Season 4
Join us on Patreon! Free, $3/month, and $5/month memberships available. Patreon.com/MoreThanaBookClubVisit our Etsy Shop: morethanabookclub.etsy.comSummaryIn this episode of the More Than a Book Club Podcast, hosts Leyna and LJ dive into the thrilling world of 'The Traitors' Season 4, a psychological reality competition that blends deception, strategy, and suspense. They discuss their init
Episode 56: The Storm by Rachel Hawkins
Join us on Patreon! We have free, $3/month, and $5/month options. https://patreon.com/morethanabookclub Want our reading guide for The Storm? Find it on our Etsy shop!https://morethanabookclub.etsy.com/In this episode of the More Than a Book Club podcast, hosts Leyna and LJ delve into Rachel Hawkins' latest novel, 'The Storm.' They explore the book's intricate plot, character dynam
Episode 55: 2025 Books in Review and a Look Ahead to 2026
Join Our Patreon Community! We have three levels of membership, including a FREE option! Join here: https://www.patreon.com/MoreThanaBookClubWant to check out the More Than a Book Club Etsy Shop? Visit https://morethanabookclub.etsy.comMore Than a Book Club Podcast hosts Leyna and LJ talk about their favorite books in 2025, if they reached their book reading goals, and look ahead to 2026 with new
Episode 54: December Literary Lately
Follow us on Patreon! Check out our Etsy shop!More Than a Book Club Podcast hosts LJ and Leyna dive into the books we've been reading for December. We're going to give you a great list of books to put on your TBR.
Episode 53: Books We Didn't Love: Mate and Not Quite Dead Yet
In this week's episode, More Than a Book Club Podcast hosts Leyna and LJ discuss two books they recently read...and wish they hadn't! We're talking about Mate and Not Quite Dead Yet and why these books just weren't for us. Remember - this is our last episode of 2025. We'll be back in January with new episodes!
Episode 52: Texas Book Festival Recap
More Than a Book Club hosts Leyna and LJ travelled to Austin, TX to go to the Texas Book Festival! Over the course of two days, they saw listened to several authors talk about their books. Come along as they recap their weekend at the Texas Book Festival!
Episode 51: November Literary Lately
It's our one year anniversary! Join More Than A Book Club hosts Leyna and LJ as we delve into all the books we've been reading lately. We've got thriller, true crime, romantasy, mystery generes covered. We also have a few ARC book reviews that you'll want to put on your TBR!Make sure to follow us on Instagram and TikTok!
Episode 50: 2025 Bookish Gift Guide
More Than a Book Club Podcast hosts Leyna and LJ are kicking off the holiday season with our 2025 Bookish Gift Guide! Looking for a gift for your book loving friend or family member? Trying to figure out what to add to your holiday wish list? Then this episode is for you! Don't forget, you can always share this episode with those shopping for you! Personalized Corner Bookmarks - so many on Ets
Episode 49: Gilmore Girls, Season 1, Part 2
SummaryIn this episode of the More Than a Book Club podcast, hosts Leyna and LJ dive into their continued discussion of Gilmore Girls, focusing on episodes 8 - 14. They share personal literary updates, including recent reads and bookstore adventures, while also exploring themes of family dynamics, teenage relationships, and the impact of friendships. The conversation highlights the hosts' exci
Episode 48: Catching Up with Christine Wellert
In this episode of the More Than a Book Club podcast, hosts Leyna and LJ welcome back Chris Wellert, a repeat guest and author, to discuss her recent travels, upcoming writing projects, and her latest book, Beach Club Bloodshed. The conversation flows from travel tales in Italy to the intricacies of writing cozy mysteries, touching on themes of animal safety in literature and the emotional impact
Episode 47 Scary Movies You Have to Watch
In this episode of the More Than a Book Club podcast, hosts Leyna and LJ dive into the world of scary movies as October kicks off. They discuss their recent literary adventures, particularly focusing on the works of Sarah J. Maas, and share their thoughts on various horror films, including Poltergeist 2 and classic horror comedies. The conversation flows from book recommendations to nostalgic movi
Episode 46: Quarter 3 Hits and Misses + Q4 New Releases
Want to support More Than a Book Club Podcast? Like, rate, and review our podcast! In this episode of the More Than a Book Club podcast, hosts Leyna and LJ discuss their favorite and least favorite books from the third quarter of the year, including insights on their reading habits, current reads, and the challenges of balancing multiple books. They share their excitement for upcoming releases and
Episode 45: Sense and Sensibility
In this episode of the More Than a Book Club podcast, hosts Leyna and LJ dive into a discussion about Jane Austen's 'Sense and Sensibility.' They explore their personal reading experiences, the characters and themes of the book, and the movie adaptation. The conversation touches on literary updates, character relationships, and the cultural context of the story, while also reflecting o
Episode 44: Texas Book Festival Author Line Up
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Episode 43: Gilmore Girls - Season 1, Part 1
Want to support More Than a Book Club Podcast? Go to buymeacoffee.com/morethanabookclubpod so that you can financially support our podcast! Leyna and LJ dive into the beloved series, Gilmore Girls, focusing on the first season's characters and storylines. We dive into our favorite characters, explore relationships, and dish on all things Stars Hollow! We're doing a deep dive on the first s
Episode 42: Midlife (Female) Main Characters
Want to support More Than a Book Club Podcast? Buy us a book (or a coffee!) at buymeacoffee.com/morethanabookclubpodWant to learn more about Gretchen Anthony's Books? Visit https://www.gretchenanthony.com/Want to learn more about The Middle Book Club? Visit https://themiddlebookclub.substack.com/For a list of books discussed in the podcast, scroll to the bottom of the show notes!In this episod
Episode 41: Would You Rather Book Edition
Want to support More Than a Book Club Podcast? Help financially support us here: buymeacoffee.com/morethanabookclubpodIn this episode of the More Than a Book Club podcast, hosts Leyna and LJ dive into a variety of literary topics, including their recent reads, reflections on true crime documentaries, and discussions about reality TV shows. They also engage in a fun 'Would You Rather' game
Episode 40: The Busybody Book Club
Want to support More Than a Book Club Podcast? Donate here: buymeacoffee.com/morethanabookclubpodIn this episode of the More Than a Book Club podcast, hosts Leyna and LJ reflect on their previous recording, share their recent literary adventures, and discuss the dynamics of their book club. Leyna shares her thoughts on various books, including a unique Minotaur romance, while LJ highlights the imp
Episode 39: Drinking Wine and Talking True Crime
Want to support More Than a Book Club Podcast? Make a one time donation here: buymeacoffee.com/morethanabookclubpod In this episode, hosts Leyna and LJ share their recent adventures at a local bookstore and discuss their latest reads, including true crime literature. They delve into the complexities of the Ted Bundy case, exploring the psychology of serial killers and the societal implications of
Episode 38: In Conversation With Jennifer Jabaley
Want to support More Than a Book Club Podcast? Make a monetary donation here: https://buymeacoffee.com/morethanabookclubpodLearn all about Jennifer Jabaley and her new book, What's Yours is Mine at: https://jenniferjabaley.com/In this engaging conversation, Leyna and LJ welcome author Jennifer Jabaley to discuss her debut adult novel, 'What's Yours is Mine.' They explore her transition from writin
Episode 37: My Friends by Fredrik Backman
Want to support More Than a Book Club Podcast? Buy us a coffee (or a new book) at: coff.ee/morethanabookclubpodWant to get past guest Christine Wellert's debut novel? Order your copy of Beach Club Bloodshed here. In this episode of the More Than a Book Club podcast, hosts Leyna and LJ discuss their recent reading experiences, share insights from their author interviews, and dive into a detai
Episode 36: Geneva Lee
Want to support More Than a Book Club Podcast? Buy us a coffee (or a new book) at: coff.ee/morethanabookclubpodReady to learn even more about Geneva Lee? Visit https://genevalee.com/.In this engaging episode, hosts Leyna and LJ welcome author Geneva Lee, known for her Filthy Rich series. They discuss Geneva's journey from writing young adult fiction to romance, the intricacies of character dev
Episode 35: Sea Change by Susan Fletcher
Want to support More Than A Book Club Podcast? Buy us a coffee (or a new book!). We'd love to have you as our Book Bestie! Support us here: coff.ee/morethanabookclubpodWant to learn more about Susan Fletcher and her available books? Visit www.susanfletcher.comIn this episode of the More Than a Book Club Podcast, hosts Leyna and LJ welcome author Susan Fletcher to discuss her new book, Sea Chan
Episode 34: Quarter Two Hits and Misses + Quarter 3 Upcoming Releases
Want to support More Than a Book Club Podcast? Buy us a coffee (or a new book!) here: coff.ee/morethanabookclubpod In this episode of the More Than a Book Club podcast, hosts Leyna and LJ reflect on their reading goals and challenges for the second quarter of the year. They introduce a fun book bingo challenge to engage their listeners and share their recent literary updates, including comfort rea
Episode 33: One Star Reviews of Our Favorite Five Star Books
Want to support The More Than a Book Club Podcast? Buy us a coffee to show your support! coff.ee/morethanabookclubpodIn this episode of the More Than a Book Club podcast, hosts Leyna and LJ dive into the world of one-star book reviews, exploring the humorous and often absurd reasons why readers dislike popular titles. They discuss the complexities of reader expectations, the impact of marketing, a
Episode 32: Sarah Damoff and The Bright Years
Want to support More Than a Book Club Podcast? Buy us a cup of coffee to show your support! coff.ee/morethanabookclubpodFind information about Sarah Damoff and Upcoming Events Here: https://www.sarahdamoff.com/In this episode of the More Than a Book Club podcast, hosts Leyna and LJ welcome author Sarah Damoff to discuss her book, The Bright Years. The conversation explores Sarah's journey from
Episode 31: Interview with Romance Author Jenny Hale
Want to support the podcast? Go to buymeacoffe.com/morethanabookclubpodWant to learn more about Jenny Hale and order her books? Go to https://www.itsjennyhale.com/In this episode of More than a Book Club Podcast, hosts Leyna and LJ welcome author Jenny Hale, who shares her journey from being an elementary school teacher to a successful romance novelist. They discuss Jenny's writing process, the re
Episode 30: Emma
Want to become a More Than a Book Club Podcast Book Bestie? Support our show here: coff.ee/morethanabookclubpod In this episode of More Than a Book Club, hosts Leyna and LJ dive into Jane Austen's classic novel 'Emma.' They discuss their personal experiences with the book, including their literary updates and thoughts on the audiobook format. The conversation explores character dynamic
Episode 29 Summer Reads
SummaryIn this episode of the More Than a Book Club podcast, hosts Leyna and LJ dive into their favorite summer reads, discussing lighthearted and engaging books perfect for the season. They share their recent literary updates, including personal reading experiences and recommendations, while also exploring the impact of adaptations on popular novels, particularly focusing on Harlan Coben's wo
Episode 28 Books to Break a Reading Slump
We would love your support! Subscribe to and rate the podcast!You can also give us financial support by "buying" us a coffee!Go to: buymeacoffee.com/morethanabookclubpodIn this episode of More Than a Book Club, hosts Leyna and LJ reflect on their reading journeys, discussing the impact of significant life events on their reading habits, the joy of discovering new genres, and the importan
Episode 27: Childhood Favorite Books
Want to support More Than a Book Club Podcast? Follow our podcast on your favorite platform and give us a rating! You can also buy us a coffee (or a book!) at: buymeacoffee.com/morethanabookclubpod In this episode of More Than a Book Club, hosts Leyna and LJ dive into their current reading adventures, share personal stories related to literature, and discuss the impact of childhood reading experie
Episode 26: Meet Our Moms (The MOM episode)
Want to support the podcast? Follow, like, and rate the podcast! You can also provide financial support here: buymeacoffee.com/morethanabookclubpodSummaryIn this special episode of the More Than a Book Club podcast, hosts Leyna and LJ welcome their mothers, Krista and Claudia, to discuss their influences on reading and literary habits. The conversation flows through recent literary events, persona
Episode 25 Sunrise on the Reaping Book Club
Interested in supporting More Than a Book Club Podcast? Go here: Buymeacoffee.com/Morethanabookclubpod Want to Follow More Than a Book Club Podcast on social media? Go here: linktr.ee/MorethanabookclubpodEpisode SummaryIn this episode of the More Than a Book Club podcast, hosts Leyna and LJ discuss their latest reads, including 'Sunrise on the Reaping,' a new addition to the Hunger Games s
Episode 24: Alive and Beating with Rebecca Wolf
Go read this book! Alive and Beating is a fantastic book with characters that will stick with you long after you've finished reading. Learn more about author Rebecca Wolf and buy her book Alive and Beating here: https://www.rebeccawolfauthor.com/Want to support More Than a Book Club Podcast? Buy us a cup of coffee (or a book!) here: buymeacoffee.com/morethanabookclubpod In this episode, hosts
Episode 23: More Than a Book Club Podcast in Conversation with Claire St. Amant
Follow More Than a Book Club!Instagram: @morethanabookclubpodYoutube: @morethanabookclubpodLinkTree: linktr.ee/MorethanabookclubpodWant to buy us a coffee? Show us some love here!Learn More About Claire St. Amant and Buy Her Book Killer Story! Follow Claire St. Amant on Instagram: @clairestaEpisode SummaryIn this engaging conversation, hosts Leyna and LJ welcome author Claire St. Amant to
Episode 22 Reading Under Pressure
Follow More Than a Book Club!Instagram: @morethanabookclubpodYoutube: @morethanabookclubpodLinkTree: linktr.ee/MorethanabookclubpodWant to buy us a coffee? Show us some love here!In this episode of More Than a Book Club, hosts Leyna and LJ share their experiences from a recent event with author Jennifer Weiner, discuss their current reading lists, and explore the challenges of balancing reading wi
Episode 21: Movies That Are Better Than the Book
Make sure to visit us here and follow us on Instagram, YouTube, TikTok and more! https://linktr.ee/MorethanabookclubpodBooks we will discuss on upcoming podcasts: Killer Story by Claire St. AmantSunrise on the Reaping by Suzanne CollinsAlive and Beating by Rebecca WolfIn this episode of the More Than a Book Club podcast, hosts Leyna and LJ discuss their current reading selections, upcoming author
Episode 20 More Than a Book Club Pod Reads James
In this celebratory 20th episode of the More Than a Book Club podcast, hosts Leyna and LJ reflect on their journey, discuss their recent literary adventures, and dive deep into a comparison of the classic Huckleberry Finn and the contemporary novel James. They explore themes of character development, societal issues, and the evolution of storytelling, all while sharing personal anecdotes and insig
Episode 19: Q1 Hits and Misses + Q2 New Releases
In this episode of the More Than a Book Club Podcast, hosts Leyna and LJ share their recent literary adventures, including updates on their reading journeys, favorite books, and life changes. They discuss their quarterly reading reviews, highlighting five-star reads and least favorite books, while reflecting on their experiences and insights gained from their reading. The conversation flows natura
Episode 18: Independent Bookstores and Public Libraries
SummaryIn this episode of the More Than a Book Club Podcast, hosts Leyna and LJ discuss their current reads, including the audiobook of 'James' by Percival Everett and the Chronicles of Narnia series. They share personal updates, including Leyna's experience with epilepsy and recent seizures. The conversation shifts to the importance of independent bookstores, highlighting their recent
Episode 17: Bookish Events and Authors We Want to Meet with Guest Co-host Christine Wellert, Author
Follow Christine Wellert (IG): @ChristinewellertauthorVisit Christine Wellert's Webiste: https://www.christinewellert.com/Learn more about Ink and Aura Society for Writers (IG): @inkaurasocietyIn this episode, hosts Leyna and LJ welcome author Chris Wellert to discuss her journey in writing her book 'Awakened Power'. They explore themes of community support for writers, the authenticity of charact
Episode 16: Sweet Sixteen!
In this episode of the More Than a Book Club Podcast, hosts Leyna and LJ celebrate their 16th episode by answering 16 fun and insightful questions about themselves. They discuss their favorite books, travel aspirations, personality traits, love languages, and memorable birthdays. The conversation flows from light-hearted topics like pets and comfort reads to deeper reflections on achievements and
Episode 15: More Than a Book Club Podcast Reads Dream Girl Drama
Join hosts Leyna and LJ in a book club discussion of Tessa Bailey's Dream Girl Drama. As an added bonus, we will go over the three book series and tell you which of the three is our favorite - and our least favorite!
Episode 14: Book Friendships Better Than Romances
Sometimes friendships in a book are even better than the book romances! Join hosts Leyna and LJ as we talk about our favorite literary friendships. Want to help support the podcast? Buy us a coffee using this link: buymeacoffee.com/morethanabookclubpod
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