
Autumn Reads
Autumn Reads is a cozy audiobook podcast hosted by a nerdy mom, actress, and singer from Kendallville, Indiana. She brings classic and contemporary literature to life one chapter at a time. Listeners can sit back and enjoy her Midwestern, milkshake-infused voice as she transports them to another era. Perfect for book lovers and anyone who enjoys a well-told story, with new chapters every week. The show is produced by GeekOtopos Collaborative Hive.
Episodes

Autumn Reads, Anthem by Ayn Rand - Chapters 3 to 7
Autumn continues her reading of Anthem by Ayn Rand with Chapters 3 to 7, as Equality 7-2521’s secret experiments lead to a discovery that could transform his world.Working in an abandoned underground tunnel, he rediscovers electricity and creates a light unlike anything his society knows. Meanwhile, his bond with Liberty 5-3000 deepens, as they express feelings forbidden in a world where no person

Autumn Reads, Anthem by Ayn Rand - Chapter 2
In Chapter Two of Ayn Rand’s Anthem, Equality 7-2521’s secret rebellion takes a deeply personal turn when he encounters Liberty 5-3000, the young woman he privately names the Golden One.In a world where personal preference, desire and even individual identity are forbidden, their growing connection becomes a quiet but powerful act of defiance. Join Autumn as she continues this haunting dystopian t

Autumn Reads, Anthem by Ayn Rand - Chapter 1
In this episode of Autumn Reads, Autumn opens the pages of Ayn Rand’s dystopian novella Anthem, beginning with Chapter 1.Set in a future where individuality has been erased and even the word “I” has disappeared, Anthem follows Equality 7-2521, a young man living in a world that demands total obedience to the collective. But beneath the silence of this rigid society, a dangerous spark begins to glo

Autumn Interviews Dorothy Howls
In our latest episode, Autumn sits down with writer Dorothy Howls to talk about her beautiful and thoughtful new book The Magic We Create: The Book of Spells.This isn’t a spellbook in the traditional sense. It’s something gentler and perhaps more powerful: a guide for the dreamers and the doers, for anyone carrying too much yet still moving forward.Inside the book are 101 “spells” that blend evide

Autumn Reads, The Star by H.G. Wells
“The Star” by H. G. WellsSeason Two of Autumn Reads begins beneath a darkening sky.In this premiere episode, Autumn reads “The Star”, a haunting and prophetic short story by H. G. Wells, first published in 1897. As a mysterious celestial object draws closer to Earth, Wells shifts the focus away from spectacle and toward perspective, reminding us how small human concerns can become when viewed agai

Autumn Reads The Yellow Wallpaper
In the final episode of our first season, "Autumn Reads" turns to a short story that lingers long after the last line is spoken.The Yellow Wallpaper by Charlotte Perkins Gilman begins quietly. A woman, a room, a pattern on the wall. But beneath its calm surface, the story unravels into something deeply unsettling, exploring isolation, control, creativity, and the cost of being unheard.As

Autumn Interviews Children's Author Margarita Vassilopoulou
We are back from our summer hiatus! In this special return episode, Autumn sits down with children’s author and educator Margarita Vassilopoulou to talk about her enchanting book, Your Own Little Dragon.This heartfelt tale follows two young friends whose fiery emotions take the form of a little dragon - guiding young listeners through the ups and downs of anger and disappointment, while gently tea

Autumn Reads Your Own Little Dragon
Join us as Autumn reads for ya, "Your Own Little Dragon", by Margarita Vassilopoulou. A tale of two young friends whose fiery emotions take shape in the form of a little dragon. Through their story, young listeners are gently guided to understand feelings like anger, disappointment; and most importantly, forgiveness.Written with love and insight by a sociologist and educator, this story

Autumn Reads The Travelling Musicians
In this charming new episode of Autumn Reads, we dust off another timeless tale from the Brothers Grimm, "The Travelling Musicians". Join us as a donkey, a dog, a cat, and a rooster, each cast aside by the world, set out to forge a new life as musicians in Bremen. But along the way, their journey takes an unexpected turn filled with wit, wonder, and a dash of mischief. Cozy up and let th

Autumn Reads The Golden Bird
Feathers of gold, riddles in the moonlight, and a prince with more heart than sense—welcome to a world where anything is possible. In this magical episode, Autumn spins the spellbinding tale of The Golden Bird, a classic from the Brothers Grimm.Join us for a whimsical adventure full of mysterious forests, clever foxes, and royal quests gone delightfully sideways. Tuck in, press play, and let the f

Autumn Interviews Children's Author Kathy Urban!
In this special bonus episode of "Autumn Reads", we sit down with beloved children's book author Kathy Urban for a heartwarming conversation about storytelling, imagination, and the magic of connecting with young readers. Kathy shares insights into her creative process, the inspirations behind her tales, and her advice for aspiring writers.Plus, you can listen to the audiobook versi

Autumn Reads Kind Little Hands 🐝
In this very special episode of Autumn Reads, Autumn brings to life Kind Little Hands by Kathy Urban—a heartwarming children's book that celebrates the beauty of kindness in everyday moments. This marks the very first audiobook reading of this beloved story and we are honoured to premiere it on our podcast.Autumn invites young listeners (and the young at heart) to discover how small gestures

Autumn Reads The Metamorphosis, Part 3
In this final installment of our reading of Franz Kafka’s Metamorphosis, we reach the poignant conclusion of Gregor Samsa’s tragic transformation. Part 3 brings the story to its emotional peak, as the weight of Gregor’s existence bears down on his family and his fate is sealed. Join us as we reflect on Kafka’s powerful themes of alienation, guilt, and the fragile ties that bind—or break—within the

Autumn Reads The Metamorphosis, Part 2
Welcome to Autumn Reads, the audiobook podcast where Autumn brings classic literature to life, one chapter at a time.In this episode, we continue with Part 2 of Franz Kafka’s The Metamorphosis. Follow Gregor Samsa as he wakes up to a horrifying transformation, setting the stage for one of the most unsettling and thought-provoking stories in literary history. With her signature warmth and clarity,

Autumn Reads The Metamorphosis, Part I
Welcome to Autumn Reads, the audiobook podcast where Autumn brings classic literature to life, one chapter at a time.In this episode, we visit the haunting opening Part I of Franz Kafka’s The Metamorphosis. Follow Gregor Samsa as he wakes up to a horrifying transformation, setting the stage for one of the most unsettling and thought-provoking stories in literary history. With her signature warmth

Autumn Reads Little Women, Chapter 2
Welcome to the another episode of Autumn Reads, the audiobook podcast where Autumn brings classic literature to life, one chapter at a time.Settle in as Autumn reads Chapter 2 of Little Women by Louisa May Alcott, the timeless story of the March sisters—Meg, Jo, Beth, and Amy—as they navigate love, ambition, and family bonds during the Civil War era.Whether you’re revisiting an old favorite or dis

Autumn Reads Little Women, Chapter 1
Welcome to the premiere episode of Autumn Reads, the audiobook podcast where Autumn brings classic literature to life, one chapter at a time.In this debut episode, settle in as Autumn reads Chapter 1 of Little Women by Louisa May Alcott, the timeless story of the March sisters—Meg, Jo, Beth, and Amy—as they navigate love, ambition, and family bonds during the Civil War era.Whether you’re revisitin
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