Where I Left Off
Welcome to Where I Left Off, a bookish podcast. I'm your host, Kristen Bahls. Join me to hear my recommendations of a mix of young adult, new adult, romance, mystery, and thriller novels.
In each episode, I dive into the intricate worlds crafted by talented authors, exploring the characters, plots, and the emotions that make you want to throw your television out the window, because we both know the book is always better than the movie. Whether you carry a book everywhere you go and already have your own Bookstagram, or are just trying to make your Goodreads goal, Where I Left Off is the podcast for you.
From heartwarming romances to spine-tingling mysteries, I cover it all. Sometimes, I'll delve deep into a single novel, and other times, I'm filling your TBR with multiple reads.
Join me biweekly for new episodes.
Episodes
44 episodes
Sports Romance Recs (Open Door) with Author Sarah Blair
Thanks to author Sarah Blair for joining me to talk about open door sport's romance. Find her books
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Season 2
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Episode 45
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1:26:31
Sports Romance Recs (Closed Door) with MaKayla
Thanks to MaKayla, known as @Makslibrary for joining me to talk about sport's romance.Kristen's Picks:
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Season 2
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Episode 44
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1:24:38
Beautifully Broken with Author Cassandra Moll
Thanks to author Cassandra Moll for talking to me about her debut novel, Beautifully Broken.Follow Cassandra:
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Season 2
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Episode 43
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31:27
Unlock the Dark with Author Sasa Hawk
Thank you to author Sasa Hawk for joining me to talk about her debut young adult romantasy novel Unlock the Dark. Links:Purchase
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Season 2
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Episode 42
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17:23
A Quicksilver by Callie Hart Deep Dive with Paige Woodrow
Thanks to Paige Woodrow who you may know as @lostinthepaigeofabook and @maasbluey on Instagram. We br...
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Season 2
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Episode 40
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1:18:39
Two to Tango with Author Natalia Williams
Thanks to Author Natalia Williams for joining me to talk about her latest release, Two to Tango.Natalia's Books:
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Season 2
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Episode 39
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34:32
Dangerous Pursuit with Author Bethany Rosa
Thanks to author Bethany Rosa for joining me to talk about her books and writing process. Bethany's Books:
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Season 2
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Episode 38
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29:03
Reading Recap 3 - Sarah Adams, Alicia Thompson, Tahereh Mafi, and more!
Books mentioned in this episode:A Flicker in the Dark by Staci WillinghamThe Couple Next Door by Shari LapenaOnly if You're Lucky by Staci WillinghamAll the Dangerous Things by Staci WillinghamThe...
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Season 2
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Episode 37
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1:05:22
Yours, Unexpectedly with Author Rachel Lewis
Thanks to author Rachel Lewis for talking about her debut Yours, Unexpectedly and her new holiday novella, out now - Merrily Yours.Follow Rachel:
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Season 2
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Episode 36
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47:13
The Christmas Book Extravaganza - AKA - A Bunch of Holiday Book Recs
Holiday Picks:Christmas Presents by Lisa UngerThe Most Wonderful Crime of the Year by Ally CarterFaking Christmas by Cindy SteelEmergency Contact by Lauren Layne and Anthony LeDonneCabin Mate by L...
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Season 2
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Episode 35
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50:36
Calm Before the Score with Author Kort Combe
Thanks to young adult author Kort Combe for joining me to talk about Calm Before the Score. We cover all things Ryan and Violet, her plans for the series as a whole, what she's reading, and more!Stay in touch with Kort:Purch...
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Season 2
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Episode 33
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34:00
Far From Over with Author Manda Mazanec
Author Manda Mazanec joins me to talk about her latest romantic suspense release, Far From Over. Purchase Manda's books and follow her on Instagram:
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Season 2
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Episode 32
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23:43
Now You Owe Me with Author Aliah Wright
Thanks to author Aliah Wright for joining me to talk about her fiction debut thriller, Now You Owe Me. We talk about the book, all things Corinthia, Ben, Amanda, and Fiona, and the writing process. We cover everything from publishing to tips on...
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Season 2
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Episode 31
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39:57
Reading Recap 2 - Ali Hazelwood, Emily Henry, Lauren Roberts and more!
For the second reading recap, I'm talking all about romance novels, with one fantasy in the mix. Hear my opinions and a short synopsis of each book over the course of the episode. Sorry in advance for the new titles you'll be adding to your TBR...
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Season 2
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Episode 30
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49:08
The Ex-Vows with Author Jessica Joyce
USA Today best-selling author Jessica Joyce joins me to talk about her latest release, The Ex-Vows, a contemporary romance. We cover the book, her publishing journey, writing process, and much more!Find Jessica's books:
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Season 2
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Episode 29
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51:52
I Just Want To Be Yours with Author Heather Garvin
Thanks to Heather Garvin for joining to me talk about the release of her New Adult Romance novel I Just Want to Be Yours.Read Heather's Books:
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Season 2
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Episode 28
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39:58
Taking the Cake with Author Natalia Williams
Thanks to contemporary romance author Natalia Williams for talking to me about her debut novel, Taking the Cake. Hear about this adorable story and a sneak peek at her upcoming book Two to Tango. If you want to hear us laugh, talk all things Gr...
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Season 2
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Episode 27
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22:50
The Awakening: What Lies Inside with Author Davina Reddic
Debut thriller author Davina Reddic talks to me about her novel The Awakening: What Lies Inside.
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Season 2
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Episode 26
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44:24
Romance Spotlight with Author Cindy Steel
In this episode, author Cindy Steel joins me to talk about three books from her backlist, The One with the Kiss Cam, Faking Christmas, and That Fine Line. We cover her body of work, her WIP, her latest release Rebel Summer, and so much more.&nb...
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Season 2
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Episode 25
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28:31
Common Grounds with Author Allie Samberts
Author Allie Samberts is back to talk about her latest standalone contemporary romance release Common Grounds. Keep up with Allie:Purchase
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Season 2
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Episode 24
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53:10
Reading Recap 1 - Riley Sager, Katherine Center, Christina Lauren and more!
This is the first episode in the Reading Recap series, formally known as Recently Read and Currently reading. I give you a spoiler free rundown of the books I've been reading which are a mix of the thriller, romance, and climate fiction genres....
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Season 2
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Episode 23
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34:34
Romancelandia with Staci Hicks
Ever wondered what it takes to turn a Bookstagram passion into an indie romance bookstore? Staci Hicks, owner of Romancelandia, an online bookstore, shares her journey and we get to chat about our love of indie authors!Find ...
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Season 2
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Episode 22
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19:21
Learning to Swim with Author Shayla Dugan
Thanks to author Shayla Dugan for joining me to talk about her debut novel, Learning to Swim. In today's episode we discuss the book, her writing process, how she found her publisher, and more!To stay in touch with Shayla:
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Season 2
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Episode 21
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51:58
Paging Dr. Hart with Author Dr. Melissa Dymond
Thank you to Dr. Melissa Dymond for joining me to talk about her latest medical romance with suspense release, Paging Dr. Hart. Read Paging Dr. Hart (The paperbacks are available now, but will be on Kindle Unlimited on June 17th):<...
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Season 2
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Episode 20
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31:04