Book Bumble
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.
Episodes
170 episodes
Poetry & Essays - Season 4, Episode 28
In this episode we offer a palate cleanser of Poetry & Essays, and we have some choices that will surprise you! Plus we share a Book in Hand about someone you may never have heard of before. Prepare to be delighted!
Young Adult - Season 4, Episode 27
In this episode we are reading within the genre of Young Adult. And guess what? Leslie loves it and Laura does not...tune in to find out how Laura solves this dilemma! Plus we have a Book in Hand that is right on track...wi...
Books Mentioned - Season 4, Episode 26
In today's episode we are featuring Books Mentioned in previous episodes! We mention lots of books every week and it's time to read them. Plus, we are obsessed with our Book in Hand! Join us...it won't be the same without y...
Irish Blessings - Season 4, Episode 25
In this episode we travel to Ireland and receive some Irish Blessings! May your troubles be less, and your blessings be more, and nothing but happiness come through your door. Featured Books:The Awakenin...
Meet Us in the Stacks - Season 4, Episode 24
In this episode we want you to Meet Us in the Stacks...of the library that is! All of these books were either found in the stacks or on the New Fiction shelf of our wonderful local library. See you there!Featured Books:
Preview Party - Season 4, Episode 23
In this episode we are having a Preview Party...and you are invited! In fact, you are the guest of honor! Your red carpet awaits...Featured Books and Their Release Dates:A Fortune of Sand by Ruta Sepety...
5 Star So Far - Season 4, Episode 22
In this episode, our stack of books is tied together with the common theme of being our favorite reads of 2026 to date. Our 5 Star So Far! And, we each have 5 books so, 5 is our lucky number today. Featu...
Powerful - Season 4, Episode 21
In this episode we are featuring Powerful books. Powerful reads with dynamic characters, compelling story arcs, and tons of emotion. Come along for the ride and find a new read!Featured Books:We B...
Shh...Secrets - Season 4, Episode 20
In this episode we are tying our stack together with the common connection of Shh...Secrets. Don't tell! Leslie shares a Book in Hand that is perfect for a brain break or a little time away. Featured Books:...
Crossing Over - Season 4, Episode 19
In this episode we are featuring books with the common theme of Crossing Over. These novels are uplifting (even though Laura wanted to title this episode Death Books). Thankfully, Leslie had a much more appropriate way of tying these w...
Book Mail - Season 4, Episode 18
In today's episode we are featuring books we've recently received via Book Mail. Let's check the mailbox!Featured Books:Thistlemarsh by Coorea Corrigan (LH)A Ghastly Catastrophe by Deann...
Wartime Tales - Season 4, Episode 17
In this episode we are featuring Wartime Tales. And these books really enveloped us in a reality that showed the potential people held. Plus, we have a Book in Hand that is binge worthy and creepy. Let's listen! Feat...
Just the Facts, Mam - Season 4, Episode 16
In this episode we are giving you Just the Facts, Mam! Yes...we are sharing Non-Fiction today, plus a great Historical Fiction Book in Hand. Let's get down to it!Featured Books:Wow, No Thank You b...
Fiction for Foodies - Season 4, Episode 15
In this episode we are sharing Fiction that any Foodie will love! And just a warning...Don't listen to this episode if you are hungry! Featured Books:The Secret of Orange Blossom Cake by Rachel Linden (L...
Homework - Season 4, Episode 14
What do 2 teachers do in their spare time besides reading?? Why they assign homework of course...to each other! Let's see what grades were given on this Shorty!Featured Books:Everything is Probabl...
Graphic Novels - Season 4, Episode 13
In this episode we are talking about Graphic Novels and we feel grand about it! We also have a super creepy Book in Hand. Let's get going!Featured Books:But You Have Friends by Emilia McKenzie (LH)
Books in Hand - Season 4, Episode 12
In this episode we are bringing you Books in Hand...books we are currently reading and want you to read as well! Let's do this!Featured Books:My Fair Frauds by Lee Kelly and Jennifer Thorne (LH)
Retellings of an Epic - Season 4, Episode 11
In this episode we are excited about 2 Retellings of the Epic Poem...Beowulf! Step into 2 really GREAT backlist books and one Book in Hand that is being published this month. We think you're going to like this!Featured Bo...
Getting Comfy and Cozy with Mysteries - Season 4, Episode 10
In this episode we are getting Comfy and Cozy with Mysteries. Tis the season, right? As we record today it's snowing outside and we have a fire going...on the TV, but still! We will also share a Book in Hand that is being publish...
2025 Faves Part 2 - Season 4, Episode 9
In today's episode we are sharing our 2025 Faves...and good news...this is Part 2! Today we disclose the rest of our list! It's the most wonderful time of the year!Featured Books:The Marigold Cott...
2025 Faves Part 1 - Season 4, Episode 8
In today's episode we are sharing our 2025 Faves...and good news...this is Part 1! Listen in next week for Part 2. It's the most wonderful time of the year!Featured Books:The Courting of Bristol K...
NYT Bucket List Reading Challenge Part 2 - Season 4, Episode 7
In this episode our stack of books is tied together with the common theme of being selections based on the NYT’s Summer Bucket List Reading Challenge. This is Part 2!Featured Books: Read a Book in ...
Unexpected Books for the Holiday Season - Season 4, Episode 6
In today's episode we are featuring some Unexpected Books for the Holiday Season. We have Christmas capers, ghost stories, and lots more...jingle, jingle!Featured Books:The Usual Santas: A Collection of...