Book Bumble

Laura Pleasants and Leslie Hopping

A bookish podcast, featuring two friends who love spending time reading and sharing great books. In each episode, we will introduce a stack of books that are tied together with a common connection to help to take a deeper dive into each story. We want to provide a space to talk books that is friendly and deep, with a little hint of geek. read less
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Episodes

Season 2, Episode 28 - Back Again...Backlist
Apr 24 2024
Season 2, Episode 28 - Back Again...Backlist
BOTM: Use the code PASTEL and get your first book (hardcover or audio) for $5.00 and free shipping at bookofthemonth.com.In this episode, our stack of books is tied together with the common theme of being backlist books from automatic read authors. In a reading slump? Not sure what to read next? Digging into a backlist is the answer! Featured Books:Year of Wonders by Geraldine Brooks (LP)Every Last One by Anna Quindlen (LP)What Alice Forgot by Liane Moriarty (LH)The Stolen Marriage by Diane Chamberlain (LH)Book in Hand:Symphony of Secrets by Brendan Slocumb (LP)Books Mentioned in This EpisodeThe Violin Conspiracy by Brendan SlocumbHorse by Geraldine BrooksMarch by Geraldine BrooksPeople of the Book  by Geraldine BrooksCaleb’s Crossing  by Geraldine BrooksStreet Chord  by Geraldine BrooksAfter Annie by Anna QuindlenBig Little Lies by Liane MoriartyNine Perfect Strangers by Liane MoriartyThe Last House on the Street by Diane ChamberlainThe Secret Life of CeeCee Wilkes by Diane ChamberlainNecessary Lies by Diane ChamberlainBig Lies In A Small Town by Diane ChamberlainThe Silent Sister by Diane ChamberlainThe Midwife’s Confession by Diane ChamberlainThe Echo Of Old Books by Barbara DavisLike A Mother by Mina HardyAdditional  Books That Go Along With Our StackA Little Hope by Ethan JoellaA Quiet Life by Ethan JoellaFrench Braid by Anne TylerClock Dance by Anne TylerWays to contact us:Follow us on Instagram - @thebookbumbleFacebook:  Book BumbleOur website:  https://thebookbumble.buzzsprout.comEmail:  bookbumblepodcast@gmail.comHey Friends, please rate and review us!
Sibling Bonds - Season 2, Episode 27
Apr 17 2024
Sibling Bonds - Season 2, Episode 27
BOTM: Use the code PASTEL and get your first book (hardcover or audio) for $5.00 and free shipping at bookofthemonth.com.In today's episode our stack of books is tied together with the common connection of the Sibling Bond.  Love 'em or hate 'em, sibling relationships are complicated!  Plus, we'll share a Book in Hand.  Brother, (or Sister) where art thou?Featured BooksLong Way Down by Jason Reynolds (LP)Independence by Chitra Banerjee Divakaruni (LP)Vanessa and Her Sister by Priya Padmar (LH)Starring Adele Astair by Eliza Knight (LH)Books in HandSearch by Michelle Huneven (LP)Books Mentioned in This EpisodeRound Rock by Michelle HunevenJamesland by Michelle HunevenBlame by Michelle HunevenOff Course by Michelle HunevenStuntboy, In the Meantime by Jason ReynoldsStuntboy, In-Between Time by Jason ReynoldsMiles Morales Spider-Man by Jason ReynoldsMiles Morales Suspended  by Jason ReynoldsMiles Morales Stranger Tides  by Jason ReynoldsMiles Morales Shock Waves  by Jason ReynoldsThe Boy in the Black Suit by Jason ReynoldsAs Brave as You by Jason ReynoldsAll American Boys by Jason ReynoldsWhen I was the Greatest by Jason ReynoldsTrack Series by Jason ReynoldsThe Last Queen by Chitra Banerjee DivakaruniThe Palace of Illusions by Chitra Banerjee DivakaruniThe Forest of Enchantments by Chitra Banerjee DivakaruniTo The Lighthouse by Virginia WoolfMrs. Dalloway by Virginia WoolfThe Spectacular by Fiona DavisAdditional  Books That Go Along With Our StackHello Beautiful by Ann NapolitanoLittle Women by Lousia May AlcottThe Good Sister by Sally HepworthWe Are the Brennans by Tracey LangeGod Spare the Girls by Kelsey McKinneyIron House by John HartWays to contact us:Follow us on Instagram - @thebookbumbleFacebook:  Book BumbleOur website:  https://thebookbumble.buzzsprout.comEmail:  bookbumblepodcast@gmail.comHey Friends, please rate and review us!
Podcast Remix - Thoughts from a Page Podcast
Jan 10 2024
Podcast Remix - Thoughts from a Page Podcast
In today’s episode, we are doing a Podcast Remix! We're bringing you an episode of one of our favorite podcasts, Thoughts from a Page with Cindy Burnett. This episode, from October 2020, is an insightful conversation with author Hazel Gaynor.  You are in for a treat! Here are Cindy’s Original Show Notes:Hazel discusses When We Were Young & Brave, her inspiration for the story, writing about World War 2 in the Pacific, her extensive research for the book, exploring the human condition, her reading recommendations, and much more. When We Were Young & Brave can be purchased at Murder by the Book. Hazel’s 2 recommended reads are: Hamnet by Maggie O’Farrell and The Exiles by Christina Baker Kline.Great Ways to Connect with Thoughts from a Page: Want to know which new titles are publishing in January - May of 2024? Check out the new Literary Lookbook which contains a comprehensive but not exhaustive list all in one place so you can plan ahead. https://www.patreon.com/thoughtsfromapage/shop/literary-lookbook-36254?source=storefrontJoin Cindy's Patreon group to support the podcast.  https://www.patreon.com/thoughtsfromapage?fan_landing=trueOther ways to support Cindy's podcast can be found here.   https://www.thoughtsfromapage.com/p/your-supportConnect with Cindy on Instagram, Facebook, YouTube, and Threads. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesWays to contact Book Bumble:Follow us on Instagram - @thebookbumbleFacebook:  Book BumbleOur website:  https://thebookbumble.buzzsprout.comEmail:  bookbumblepodcast@gmail.comHey Friends, please rate and review us!
Favorites of 2023 - Season 2, Episode 12
Jan 3 2024
Favorites of 2023 - Season 2, Episode 12
Today, our stack of books is tied together with the common theme of our favorite reads of 2023.   Join us as we say goodbye to a standout reading year!Featured Books:A Well-Behaved Woman by Therese Anne Fowler  (LH)The Brilliant Life of Eudora Honeysett by Annie Lyons (LH)The Lost Queen by Signe Pike  (LH)Weyward by Emilia Hart. (LH)Hello Beautiful by Ann Napolitano. (LH)The Extraordinary Life of Sam Hell by Robert Dugoni. (LH)The Covenant of Water by Abraham Verghese  (LP)The Glass Chateau by Stephen P. Kiernan  (LP) Beyond That, the Sea by Laura Spence-Ash  (LP)Chenneville by Paulette Jiles  (LP)  The Berry Pickers by Amanda Peters  (LP) Shark Heart by Emily Habeck  (LP)My Friend Anne Frank by Hannah Pick-Gosslar  (LP)Runner-Up Books  (We Warned You...)Salt to the Sea by Ruta SeptysThe Air Raid Book Club by Annie LyonsThe Weaver and the Witch Queen by Genevieve GornichecThey All Die In The End by Adam SilveraTom Lake by Ann PatchettNorth Woods by Daniel Mason Clytemnestra by Costanza CasatiThe House is on Fire by Rachel BeanlandThe River We Remember by William Kent Krueger Medusa's Sisters by Lauren J. A. BearA Few Books We Can't Wait to Read in 2024The Frozen River by Ariel LawhonThe Life Impossible by Matt HaigMaria by Michelle MoranThe Women by Kristen HannahThe Happiest Man Alive by Eddie JakuSomewhere Beyond the Sea by T.J. KluneThe Last Murder at the End of the World by Stuart TurtonWandering Stars by Tommy OrangeGrief is for People by Sloane CrosleyOther Books Mentioned in This EpisodeThe Air Raid Book Club by Annie LyonsThe Forgotten Kingdom by Signe PikeA Little Hope, A Quiet Life, The Same Bright Stars by Ethan JoellaThe Hundred Years of Lenni and Margot by Marianne CroninWays to contact us:Follow us on Instagram - @thebookbumbleFacebook:  Book BumbleOur website:  https://thebookbumble.buzzsprout.comEmail:  bookbumblepodcast@gmail.comHey Friends, please rate and review us!