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Books Around the Block
We’re Adrienne, Audrey, and Lindsay—three neighbors who can’t stop talking about books, so we’re bringing the conversation to you. Each episode, we’ll dive into the stories we love (and maybe a few we don’t), mixing fun with literary insight. So get ready to laugh, add to your TBR, and join the discussion—because in our neighborhood, a good book is always just around the block.
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60 episodes
Chapter 59: Our Auto-Buy Authors (The Writers We Read No Matter What)
In this episode of Books Around the Block, we’re talking all about our ultimate auto-buy authors: the writers whose books we order instantly, recommend nonstop, and trust every single time. Each host brings one beloved author to the ta...
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Chapter 58: April Monthly Reading Wrap-Up & Our May TBR
In this monthly reading wrap-up episode of Books Around the Block, we’re sharing our best and worst books of the month of April… the ones we loved, the ones we didn’t, and the ones we cannot stop thinking about.We break d...
Chapter 57: Remarkably Bright Creatures by Shelby Van Pelt Book Club
This week on Books Around the Block, we’re discussing Remarkably Bright Creatures by Shelby Van Pelt. We start with our Read, Watch, Obsessed catch-up, sharing what we’ve been loving lately, before getting into our discussion of this b...
Chapter 56: Top Authors Most Popular Books vs Our Favorites
In this episode of Books Around the Block, we’re diving into the most popular books by bestselling authors and asking the big question: are the most read titles actually their best?Each of us picked a favorite author and ...
Chapter 55: Our Interview with NYT Bestselling Author Tiffany Crum
This week on Books Around the Block, we sit down with New York Times bestselling author Tiffany Crum for an inside look at her novel This Story Might Save Your Life. We dive into the inspiration behind the book, hidden Easter ...
Chapter 54: March Reading Wrap-Up + Our April TBR
In this March Reading Wrap-Up + April TBR episode of Books Around the Block, we break down our best reads, our worst reads, and each of us chooses one book to either rant or rave about. Expect honest takes and very strong bookish opini...
Chapter 53: Dear Debbie by Freida McFadden Book Club
This week on Books Around the Block, we’re diving into our March book club pick: Dear Debbie by Freida McFadden.We start with what we are currently reading, watching, and obsessed with, then give a clear spoiler warning...
Chapter 52: Most Anticipated Books of Q2 2026 (April, May, June New Releases)
In this episode of Books Around the Block, we’re diving into our most anticipated Q2 releases, covering all the buzzy new books hitting shelves in April, May, and June. Each of us brought three upcoming titles we cannot stop thi...
Chapter 51: If You Like This Popular Show... Read This Book Now!
Looking for your next great read? We’ve got you.In this episode of Books Around the Block, we’re pairing popular TV shows with the perfect book recommendation. If you’ve ever finished a show and thought, “I need somethi...
Chapter 50: Our 1 Year Anniversary! (The Books That Made Us Readers + Listener Call-Ins)
🎉 It’s our one year anniversary and our 50th episode! 🎉To celebrate, we asked our listeners one question: What book got you into reading?In this special episode of Books Around the Block, listeners call in t...
Chapter 49: February Reading Wrap-Up + Our March TBR
Your February reading wrap up is here. This week, Adrienne, Audrey, and Lindsay share every book they read in February, from standout favorites to a few that did not quite hit the mark. Then they dive into their March TBR lists and the titles t...
Chapter 48: Project Hail Mary by Andy Weir Book Club
In this episode of Books Around the Block, we’re talking all things Project Hail Mary by Andy Weir. We break down the plot, favorite moments, big twists, and the science behind Ryland Grace’s mission, then give our honest rati...
Chapter 47: Our Top Picks for Your Next Book Club
What makes a great book club book? In this episode of Books Around the Block, we break down the key ingredients that spark unforgettable discussions, from moral dilemmas and controversial themes to messy characters and hard issues. The...
Chapter 46: Our Romance Reading Guide
Looking for your next great romance read? In this episode of Books Around the Block, we’re sharing our ultimate romance reading guide, complete with six romance categories and six book recommendations. Each host brings two categ...
Chapter 45: January Reading Wrap-Up + Our February TBR
In this episode, we recap what we read in January and share our February TBR. We talk about the books we loved, the ones that surprised us, and the ones that left us wanting more. We also preview what is coming up next on our reading lists. Exp...
Chapter 44: The Correspondent by Virginia Evans Book Club
In this book club episode of Books Around the Block, we discuss The Correspondent by Virginia Evans, a literary novel told through letters and personal reflections. We talk about the epistolary structure, key themes like grief...
Chapter 43: Overhyped, Underhyped, and Appropriately Hyped Books
In this episode of Books Around the Block, we’re breaking down books that are overhyped, underhyped, and appropriately hyped. Each of us brings one book for each category, sharing honest reactions, hot takes, and the kind of boo...
Chapter 42: Our Most Anticipated Book Releases of Q1 2026 (January-March)
New year, new books! In this episode of Books Around the Block, we’re rounding up the most anticipated book releases of Q1 2026, from January through March. We’re talking buzzy new novels, upcoming romances, thrillers, and literary fic...
Chapter 41: December Reading Wrap-Up + Our January TBR
We’re wrapping up our December reads and revealing what’s on our January TBR, including four-star favorites, total reading flops, and the books that personally offended us. Join us as we break down our biggest bookish wins, our biggest letdowns...
Chapter 40: Our Top 5 Books of 2025 (Plus Our Worst Read and All the Book Stats)
We’re wrapping up our reading year with our Top 5 Books of 2025, plus the one book that truly let us down. We break down our favorites, confess our worst read of the year, and dig into our reading stats including genres, ratings, and a f...
Chapter 39: The Most Wonderful Crime of the Year by Ally Carter Book Club
It’s our Christmas book club episode, and we’re diving into The Most Wonderful Crime of the Year by Ally Carter. This holiday mystery blends a snowy setting, clever twists, sharp banter, and just enough romance to keep things cozy. We ...
Chapter 38: Our New Year Reading Resolutions and Goals for 2026
It’s almost a new year, which means we are confidently setting New Year reading resolutions and bookish goals for 2026 with absolutely no guarantee we’ll follow all of them. In this episode of Books Around the Block, each of us shares two readi...
Chapter 37: Short Books to Help You Hit Your Year-End Reading Goals
We are sprinting to the finish line with a stack of short books under 300 pages that will help you crush those end-of-year reading goals. Adrienne, Audrey, and Lindsay share their favorite quick hits, the tiny book recs with big vibes in the be...
Chapter 36: November Reading Wrap-Up + Our December TBR
We’re wrapping up our November reads and sharing what’s on our December TBR! From five-star favorites to the biggest letdowns, we’re chatting all things books, and revealing if Adrienne loved her official birthday book selection. Tune in for la...
Chapter 35: Heartless Hunter by Kristen Ciccarelli Book Club
Join the Books Around the Block hosts as they dive into Heartless Hunter by Kristen Ciccarelli, a fantasy romance filled with magic, danger, and serious enemies-to-lovers tension. We break down the world, the romance, the twis...