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 best ways.

We also dive into Brimstone by Callie Hart and break down the editing controversy that has taken over BookTok. Audrey’s reaction is priceless and completely justified. If you have been wondering what actually happened, we unpack it all.

Grab a cozy drink and a tiny book, and join us around the block.

Books Mentioned:

Bitter Sweet by Hattie Williams

What Moves the Dead by T. Kingfisher

Brimstone by Callie Hart

Sharp Objects by Gillian Flynn

The Good Lie by A.R. Torre

No Exit by Taylor Adams

Wild Game by Adrienne Brodeur

The Exception to the Rule by Christina Lauren

Murder on the Orient Express by Agatha Christie

This is a Safe Space by Lucinda Berry

Tender is the Flesh by Agustina Bazterrica

The Compound by Aisling Rawle

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 laughs, book recs, and a little friendly chaos on this month's reading wrap-up and TBR hopefuls.

The Irish Goodbye by Heather Aimee O'Neill

Heart the Lover by Lily King

Good Spirits by B.K. Borrison

Remain by Nicholas Sparks and M. Night Shyamalan

Tourist Season by Brynne Weaver

Small Things Like These by Claire Keegan

Mayluna by Kelley McNeill

Intercepts by T.J. Payne

Cackle by Rachel Harrison

Gone Before Goodbye by Reese Witherspoon and Harlan Coban

The Ten Year Affair by Erin Sommers

You Watched in Silence by H. Lee Justine

Love, Pamela by Pamela Anderson

Bitter Sweet by Hattie Williams

Nobody Knows You're Here by Brynn Greenwood

The Guncle by Steven Rowley

The Christmas Bookstore by Jenny Colgan 

Orbiting Jupiter by Gary D. Schmidt

I was a Teenage Slasher by Stephen Graham Jones

In this episode of Books Around the Block, Adrienne, Audrey, and Lindsay break down The Favorites by Layne Fargo—a sharp, tension-filled romantic tragedy all about obsession, ambition, and just how far people will go to leave a lasting legacy. We dish on the secrets, the scandals, the revenge plots, and the twisted romance that turns dangerous and destructive. Plus, we’ll share our dream fan cast for you to judge!

Spectacular Things by Beck Dorey Stein

Hot for Slayer by Ali Hazelwood

Ghost Business by Jen DeLuca

Fall is here, and we’re leaning all the way in. In this episode, we build the ultimate autumn reading guide with nine fall-themed categories—from cozy reads for crisp mornings to spooky thrillers for stormy nights. Each of us picks one book to match each category, giving you nine hand-picked recommendations to carry you through the season. Grab your blanket, pour something warm, and get ready to stack your TBR with the best fall reads.

The Carpool Detectives by Chuck Hogan

The Favorites by Layne Fargo

If It Makes You Happy by Julia Olivia

A House in the Sky by Amanda Lindhout

The Dead Romantics by Ashley Poston

The Most Fun We Ever Had by Claire Lombardo

Different Seasons by Stephen King

The Very Secret Society of Irregular Witches by Sangu Mandanna

Chasing the Boogeyman by Richard Chizman

The Sundown Motel by Simone St. James 

Haunted Ever After by Jen DeLuca

Rebecca by Daphne Du Maurier

Book lovers, get your watchlists ready. In this episode of Books Around the Block, we break down the most exciting upcoming book-to-screen adaptations in 2025 (and some in 2026 too). We’re talking about the movies and TV shows based on books that we can’t wait to see, plus a few we’re not so sure about. Whether you’re into big-budget blockbusters or quiet character dramas, this episode will help you decide what to read before it hits the screen.

Dark Maestro by Brenden Slocumb

Wild Card by Elsie Silver

The Last Thing He Told Me by Laura Dave

The Five Star Weekend by Elin Hildebrand

People We Meet On Vacation by Emily Henry

Verity by Colleen Hoover

The Whisper Man by Alex North

Sunrise on the Reaping by Suzanne Collins

The Last Mrs. Parrish by Liv Constantine

September 2025 is packed with incredible new book releases! In this episode, we share our most anticipated September 2025 books hitting shelves this month. From twisty thrillers to romance and contemporary fiction, we’ll help you find the perfect additions for your growing TBR. 

Don't forget to join the literary conversation on Instagram and TikTok @booksaroundtheblockpod.

ADHD is awesome by Penn and Kim Holderness

Margo's Got Money Troubles by Rufi Thorpe

Caller Unknown by Gillian McAllister

Heart the Lover by Lily King

Wild Card by Elsie Silver

The Academy by Elin Hildebrand and Shelby Cunningham

The Secret of Secrets by Dan Brown

The Wasp Trap by Mark Edwards

People Watching by Hannah Bonam-Young

Join Adrienne, Audrey, and Lindsay for our August Reading Wrap-Up! We’re chatting about the books we loved (and didn’t), a few surprises along the way, and our TBR card picks. Plus, we’re revealing what’s on our September TBR. From new releases to backlist gems, this episode is packed with book reviews and recommendations to inspire your reading lists.

Nantucket Nights by Elin Hildebrand

Rose In Chains by Julie Soto

Beautiful Ugly by Alice Feeney

The God of the Woods by Liz Moore

Greenlights by Matthew McConaughey 

The Hunting Wives by May Cobb

Didion and Babitz by Lili Anolik

A Box Full of Darkness by Simone St. James

The Missing Half by Ashley Flowers

We Don't Talk About Carol by Kristin L. Berry

I Who Have Never Known Men by Jacqueline Harpman

An Irish Summer by Alexandra Page

Two Can Keep A Secret by Karen M. McManus

The Paradise Problem by Christina Lauren

The Butcher and the Wren by Alaina Urduhart

Daisy Haites by Jessa Hastings

Margo's Got Money Troubles by Rufi Thorpe

The Dead Romantics by Ashley Poston

The Gifted School by Bruce Holsinger

The Four Winds by Kristin Hannah

The Cinnamon Bun Bookstore by Lori Gilmore

The Favorites by Layne Fargo 

This week on Books Around the Block, we’re talking about The God of the Woods by Liz Moore, an atmospheric literary mystery set in the Adirondacks in 1975. When a young girl goes missing from a summer camp, secrets, family drama, and suspense unravel in the wilderness. We dive into the novel’s chilling atmosphere, its haunting mystery, and—because we can’t resist—who we’d cast in a screen adaptation.

If you love literary thrillers, missing person mysteries, or dark summer camp settings, this episode is for you.

Two Can Keep A Secret by Karen M. McManus

A Box Full of Darkness by Simone St. James

The Stranger Diaries by Elly Griffiths

The God of the Woods by Liz Moore

The Favorites by Layne Fargo

Back to school season is here, but we’re leaving the textbooks behind. In this episode, we’re diving into the most atmospheric school-setting books. Think dark academia, boarding school, and college—from twisty thrillers and chilling horrors to swoony romances. Whether it’s haunted hallways, secret societies, or forbidden love behind ivy-covered walls, these stories prove school is anything but boring.

The God of The Woods by Liz Moore

A Good Girls Guide to Murder by Holly Jackson

I Am Charlotte Simmons by Tom Wolfe

Notes on a Scandal by Zoë Heller

The Broken Girls by Simone St. James

The Teacher by Freida McFadden

The Stranger Diaries by Elly Griffiths

My Dark Vanessa by Kate Elizabeth Russell

The It Girl by Ruth Ware

In My Dreams I Hold a Knife by Ashley Winstead

Love, Theoretically by Ali Hazelwood

This week on Books Around the Block, we’re sharing our most-anticipated August 2025 new book releases! Each of us picked two upcoming titles we can’t wait to read—from buzzy thrillers to swoony romances to unputdownable page-turners. Whether you’re building your August 2025 TBR or hunting for your next great read, these exciting new releases deserve a spot on your list.

The Ruins by Scott Smith

The God of the Woods by Liz Moore

The Butcher and the Wren by Alaina Urquhart

The Locked Ward by Sarah Pekkanen

I Know How This Ends by Holly Smale

Forget Me Not by Stacy Willingham

High Season by Katie Bishop

Love at First Sighting by Mallory Marlowe

Too Old For This by Samantha Downing

In this episode, we’re recapping everything we read in July—think 5-star favorites, surprising standouts, and a few disappointments. Then we're looking ahead to our August TBR list! Whether you're into thrillers, romance, or literary fiction, we’ve got plenty of hot takes.

If you’re searching for your next great read, tune in for all the book recommendations you need to kick off the month.

We Don't Talk About Carol by Kristen L. Berry

I Who Have Never Known Men by Jacqueline Harpman

Strange Sally Diamond by Liz Nugent

One Golden Summer by Carley Fortune

Every Summer After by Carley Fortune

Summer Romance by Annabel Monaghan

We Begin At The End by Chris Whitaker

Don't Let Him In by Lisa Jewell

Bridge to Terabithia by Katherine Paterson

No More Secrets by Lucy Score

Magnolia Parks by Jessa Hastings

Problematic Summer Romance by Ali Hazelwood

We Are All Guilty Here by Karin Slaughter

Atmosphere by Taylor Jenkins Reid 

The Ghostwriter by Julie Clark

The Tattooist of Auschwitz by Heather Morris

The Hunting Wives by May Cobb

A Box Full of Darkness by Simone St. James

The Perfect Hosts by Heather Gudenkauf

Didion and Babitz by Lili Anolik

The Butcher and the Wren by Alaina Urquhart

All the Ugly and Wonderful Things by Bryn Greenwood

It’s our official July book club episode, and we’re diving deep into One Golden Summer by bestselling author Carley Fortune.

In this episode, we break down the plot (spoiler alert!), share our favorite and least favorite moments, give honest star ratings, and even dream-cast the movie adaptation. Plus, don’t miss our announcement of the August book club pick—it’s a good one!

Whether you’ve read the book or just love a juicy summer love story (and don't mind spoilers), join us for laughs, feels, and lit-loving chaos.

Summer Romance by Annabel Monaghan

The Paradise Problem by Christina Lauren

We Are All Guilty Here by Karin Slaughter

One Golden Summer by Carley Fortune

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 twists, and whether this popular romantasy lives up to the hype. It is the perfect episode for fans of witchy fantasy, slow burn chemistry, and fun book club conversation.

Mayluna by Kelley McNeil

Heart the Lover by Lily King

Love, Pamela by Pamela Anderson

Heartless Hunter by Kristen Ciccarelli

Not sure what to read next? In this episode of Books Around the Block, Adrienne, Audrey, and Lindsay shake up their reading plans with a fun TBR card challenge! Each cohost draws from a deck of prompt cards to determine their next read... from long-time shelf sitters to unexpected picks hiding in their stacks. Plus, we spill all the juicy drama about the mysterious Little Free Library Book Bandit wreaking havoc in our neighborhood. 

Want the TBR cards we used in this episode? Purchase them here!

Books mentioned in this episode:

One Golden Summer by Carley Fortune

We Begin At The End by Chris Whitaker

Every Summer After by Carley Fortune

11/22/63 by Stephen King

Two Can Keep A Secret by Karen M. McManus

The Paradise Problem by Christina Lauren

Defending Jacob by William Landay

The Rose Code by Kate Quinn

We’re halfway through 2025, and Adrienne, Audrey, and Lindsay are recapping the best five books we’ve read so far—and the ones that missed the mark. We’re also diving into book sales stats and the top-selling titles of the year. Tune in for hot takes, hidden gems, and a mid-year bookish breakdown!

Books Mentioned in this Episode:

Don't Let Him in by Lisa Jewell

Summer Romance by Annabel Monaghan

The Great Gatsby by F. Scott Fitzgerald

All The Colors of the Dark by Chris Whitaker

Strange Sally Diamond by Liz Nugent

The Wedding People by Alison Espach

Broken Country by Claire Leslie Hall

Sunrise on the Reaping by Suzanne Collins

None of this is True by Lisa Jewell

Wild Dark Shore by Charlotte McConaghy

Where the Lost Wander by Amy Harmon

Happy Place by Emily Henry

From Here to the Great Unknown by Lisa Marie Presley and Riley Keough

My Friends by Fredrik Backman

The Kite Runner by Khaled Hosseini

The Arrangement by Kiersten Modglin

The Last Letter by Rebecca Yarros

Legends and Lattes by Travis Baldtree

Stop Me if You've Heard This One by Kristen Arnett

Just in time for Prime Day, we’re sharing our favorite Kindle Unlimited book recommendations! This episode is your go-to guide for making the most of your KU subscription. Whether you’re new to Kindle Unlimited or a longtime fan, we’ve got something for every kind of reader!

👉Join Kindle Unlimited here!

Books Mentioned in this Episode:

Battle of the Bookstores by Ali Brady

The Ghostwriter by Julie Clark

Summer Romance by Annabel Monaghan

Listen for the Lie by Amy Tintera

Quicksilver by Callie Hart

Local Woman Missing by Mary Kubica

Good Morning Monster by Catherine Gildiner

Chestnut Springs Series/Heartless by Elsie Silver

Before We Were Strangers by Renée Carlino

The Boomerang by Robert Bailey

Till Summer Do Us Part by Megan Quinn

One Italian Summer by Rebecca Serle

One Golden Summer by Carley Fortune

In this episode, we’re sharing our June wrap-up and what’s on our July TBR list! From 5-star reads and surprise favorites to books that didn’t quite hit the mark, we’re recapping everything we read in June. Then, we’re diving into our most anticipated July reads, including some new releases. Whether you're searching for beach reads, book club ideas, or hidden gems, we've got you.

Books Mentioned in this Episode:

Magnolia Parks by Jessa Hastings

Problematic Summer Romance by Ali Hazelwood

Bat Eater and Other Names for Cora Zeng by Kylie Lee Baker

My Friends by Fredrick Backman

The Kite Runner by Khaled Hosseini

Left of Forever by Tarah DeWitt

The Last Letter by Rebecca Yarros

Dumb Big Eyes by Nate Bargatze

What The Wind Knows by Amy Harmon

Stop Me if You've Heard This One by Kristen Arnett

Many Lives, Many Masters by Brian Weiss

My Sister the Serial Killer by Oyinkan Braithwaite

The Bachelorette Party by Camilla Sten

The Only One Left by Riley Sager

The Friend Zone by Abby Jimenez

Battle of the Bookstores by Ali Brady

Shield of Sparrows by Devney Perry

We Are All Guilty Here by Karin Slaughter

The Serpent and the Wings of Night by Carissa Broadbent

Strange Sally Diamond by Liz Nugent

One Golden Summer by Carley Fortune

This week, Adrienne, Audrey, and Lindsay are diving into Books Around the Block's June book club pick—The Tenant by Freida McFadden. It’s packed with twists, shady roommates, and secrets galore, and we’ve got plenty to say. Plus, stick around for a fun bonus segment where we each read a book chosen in honor of Lindsay’s birthday—let’s just say opinions were had.

Follow us on Instagram and TikTok @booksaroundtheblockpod 

Books Mentioned in This Episode:

Careless People by Sarah Winn Willians

The Kite Runner by Khaled Hosseini

Left of Forever by Tarah Dewitt

The Tenant by Freida McFadden

What the Wind Knows by Amy Harmon

The Only One Left by Riley Sager

The Friend Zone by Abby Jimenez

One Golden Summer by Carly Fortune

Adrienne, Audrey, and Lindsay are diving into one of the most opinionated topics in the book world: tropes. From the ones that make us swoon to the ones that make us roll our eyes, we’re breaking down the tropes we adore and despise. Tell us your most-loved and most-hated tropes over on Instagram and TikTok — @booksaroundtheblockpod.

Adrienne's Current Read: Untangled by Lisa Damon

Lindsay's Current Read: What the Wind Knows by Amy Harmon

Audrey's Current Read: Shield of Sparrows by Devney Perry

One Day in December by Josie Silver

One True Loves by Taylor Jenkins Reid

Six of Crows By Leigh Bardugo

Court of Mist and Fury by Sarah J. Maas

People we meet on vacation by Emily Henry

Love and Other Words by Christina Lauren

Yours Truly by Abby Jimenez

Love Theoretically by Ali Hazelwood

The Pilot's Wife by Anita Shrieve

You Should Have Known by Jean Hanff Korelitz

Savor It by Tarah Dewitt

The Simple Wild by K.A. Tucker

Part of Your World by Abby Jiminez

The Girl on the Train by Paula Hawkins

Gone Girl by Gillian Flynn

The Woman in the Window by A.J. Finn

The Last Letter by Rebecca Yarros

Outlander by Diana Gabaldon

Redeeming Love by Francine Rivers

In this episode, Adrienne, Audrey, and Lindsay are sharing the Summer 2025 book releases they’re most excited about. Each host picks a romance, a thriller, and a wild card—one book in any genre they can’t wait to read—releasing between June and August. Whether you’re headed to the beach or just the backyard, these new reads deserve a spot on your summer TBR.

Books Mentioned in this Episode:

Adrienne Read: My Friends by Fredrik Backman

Audrey Read: The Last Letter by Rebecca Yarros

Lindsay Read: Real Food/Fake Food by Larry Olmstead

Slow Burn Summer by Josie Silver

These Summer Storms by Sarah MacLean

Sounds Like Love by Ashley Poston

You Belong Here by Megan Miranda

The Ghostwriter by Julie Clark

Don't Let Him In by Lisa Jewell

The River is Waiting by Wally Lamb

Rose in Chains by Julie Soto

The Woman in Suite 11 by Ruth Ware

Today’s episode is our monthly wrap-up and TBR check-in! Adrienne, Audrey, and Lindsay are talking about everything they read in May: what they loved, what fell flat, and what surprised them. Plus, they’ll share their June TBR lists and celebrate Lindsay's birthday with a book swap!

Big Dumb Eyes by Nate Bargatze

My Sister the Serial Killer by Oyinkan Braithwaite

The Bright Years by Sarah Damoff

Happy Place by Emily Henry

The Safekeep by Yael Van Der Wouden

The Happiest Man on Earth by Eddie Jaku

With a Vengeance by Riley Sager

All That Life Can Afford by Emily Everett

Love and Other Words by Christina Lauren

Killers of a Certain Age by Deanna Raybourn

Atmosphere by Taylor Jenkins Reid

The Haunting of Maddy Clare by Simone St. James

The Maid by Nita Prose

How To Giggle by Hannah Berner and Paige Desorbo

My Friends by Fredrick Bachman

Shield of Sparrows by Devney Perry

The Bachelorette Party by Camille Sten

Dark Maestro by Brendan Slocumb

Left of Forever by Tarah DeWitt

The Kite Runner by Khaled Hosseini

The Only One Left by Riley Sager

The Friend Zone by Abby Jimenez

What the Wind Knows by Amy Harmon

Today’s episode dives into the Books Around the Block pick of the month — Great Big Beautiful Life by Emily Henry. This story sparked a rich and heartfelt discussion between Adrienne, Audrey, and Lindsay, touching on everything from its emotional depth to its laugh-out-loud moments. We're unpacking it all — from thought-provoking book club questions to who we’d cast in the dream movie adaptation!

Books & Media Mentioned in this Episode:

READ- My Friends by Fredrick Bachman

WATCH- Keeping up with the Kardashians

READ- With a Vengeance by Riley Sager

WATCH- Bridgerton - Season 3

READ- One Golden Summer by Carly Fortune

READ- Joyful Recollections of Trauma by Paul Scheer

WATCH: The Last of Us - Season 2

Great Big Beautiful Life by Emily Henry

The Tenant by Freida McFadden

Summer is calling, and Books Around the Block is here to help you answer with the perfect read! In today’s episode, your hosts Adrienne, Audrey, and Lindsay are diving into sunshine, suitcases, and stories as we each share our ultimate summer reading picks. From swoon-worthy romances and breezy beach reads to spine-tingling thrillers and vacation adventures gone hilariously wrong, we’ve got something for every kind of reader. We've each brought a few favorite titles across different summer-themed categories—so whether you're poolside, lakeside, or just dreaming of your next getaway, get ready to fill your TBR with books you won’t want to leave behind.

READ: The Bright Years by Sarah Damoff

WATCH: A Deadly American Marriage on Netflix

READ:  The Haunting of Maddy Clare by Simone St. James

The Last of Us on HBO Max

READ: Killers of a Certain Age by Deanna Raybourn

Paul American on Netflix

Summer Fridays by Suzanne Rindell

Savor It by Tarah DeWitt

The Summer of Broken Rules by K.L. Walther

The Last Time I Lied by Riley Sager

Into Thin Air by John Krakauer

The Wedding People by Alison Espach

A Hundred Summers by Beatriz Williams

The Ruins by Scott Smith

The Hotel Nantucket by Elin Hilderbrand

Celebrate Thanksgiving with the Books Around the Block crew as Adrienne, Audrey, and Lindsay each share one book they are thankful for. These books shaped their perspectives and reminded them why reading matters in the first place. The hosts also reveal a few books they are not so thankful for, keeping the conversation honest, funny, and very on brand. Tune in for heartfelt picks and plenty of lighthearted rants.

Heartless Hunter by Kristin Ciccarelli

Good Spirits by B.K. Morrison

Still Alice by Lisa Genova

Just Mercy by Bryan Stevenson

A Thousand Splendid Suns by Khaled Hosseini

The Fourth Wing by Rebecca Yarros

Tomorrow, Tomorrow, and Tomorrow by Gabrielle Zevin

The 7 1/2 Deaths of Evelyn Hardcastle by Stuart Turton

Join Lindsay, Audrey, and Adrienne this week as they share a list of hidden gems — books with fewer than 50,000 ratings on Goodreads that they’ve read and absolutely loved. These underrated, under-the-radar reads deserve so much more attention. If you’re looking for something a little different from what’s all over Bookstagram or BookTok, this is the episode for you!

Books and Media Mentioned in this Episode:

All That Life Can Afford by Emily Everett

The Four Seasons on Netflix

Drew and Ellie Holcomb

Atmosphere by Taylor Jenkins Reid

Lil Wayne

The Met Gala

Love and Other Words by Christina Lauren

Pride and Prejudice

Warfare

Lizzie McAlpine- Spring into Summer

Small Animals by Kim Brooks

One Night Only by Catherine Walsh

The Summer That Melted Everything by Tiffany McDaniel

Take It Back by Kia Abdullah

How to Kill Men and Get Away with It by Katy Brent

A Girl Called Samson by Amy Harmon

Olympus, Texas by Stacey Swann

What Does it Feel Like? by Sophie Kimnsella

June First by Jennifer Hartman

In this episode, Adrienne, Audrey, and Lindsay recap all the books they read in April—from the ones they couldn’t put down to the ones that fell flat—and share the titles they're most excited to dive into this May. If you're hunting for your next great read or just love hearing what others are reading, you won’t want to miss this spoiler-free conversation!

Books Mentioned in this Episode:

A Forty Year Kiss by Nikolas Butler

Victorian Psycho by Virginia Feito 

Happy Place by Emily Henry

Wild Dark Shore by Charlotte McConaughy

Sunrise on the Reaping by Suzanne Collins

Where the Lost Wander by Amy Harmon

Broken Country by Claire Leslie Hall

The Mist by Stephen King

Legends and Lattes by Travis Baldree

From Here to the Great Unknown by Lisa Marie Presley

Nothing To See Here by Kevin Wilson

The Seven Year Slip by Ashley Poston

James by Percival Everett

Say You'll Remember Me by Abby Jimenez

The Tell: A Memoir by Amy Griffin

All the Other Mothers Hate Me by Sarah Harman

The Bright Years by Sarah Damoff

We Begin at the End by Chris Whitaker

Atmosphere by Taylor Jenkins Reid

The Safekeep by Yael Van Der Wouden

With a Vengeance by Riley Sager

Joyful Recollections of Trauma by Paul Scheer

In this month’s book club episode, Adrienne, Audrey, and Lindsay journey into Wild Dark Shore by Charlotte McConaghy—a haunting, powerful novel that left us with so much to unpack. Join us as we explore the book’s most unforgettable moments, tackle the questions it stirred up, and even imagine who we’d cast in a dream adaptation. Fair warning: spoilers ahead! We encourage you to read Wild Dark Shore first, so you can dive deep with us into every layer of this moving, thought-provoking story.

Books & Media Mentioned in this Episode:

Wild Dark Shore by Charlotte McConaghy

The Tell by Amy Griffin

Once Upon a Time in Nashville 

Good American Family on Hulu

James by Percival Everett

The Valley on Bravo

The Toast

Lost and Lassoed by Lyla Sage

Ransom Canyon on Netflix

Justice (Album) - Justine Bieber

Migrations by Charlotte McConaghy

Once There Were Wolves by Charlotte McConaghy

In this episode, Adrienne, Audrey, and Lindsay are talking to the book-curious among us: the ones who want to get into reading but haven’t quite found the right story or the right genre. We’re sharing our favorite easy-to-pick-up, hard-to-put-down reads across a variety of genres—from thrillers and romances to memoirs and fantasy. And if you’re already a reader in a bit of a slump, these books might be just the thing to pull you back in.

Books Mentioned in this Episode:
Wild Dark Shore by Charlotte McConaughy
The Griffin Sisters Greatest Hits by Jennifer Weiner
The Mist by Stephen King
Say You'll Remember Me by Abby Jimenez
Nora Goes Off Script by Annabel Monaghan
The Fourth Wing by Rebecca Yarros
The Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins 
Before We Were Yours by Lisa Wingate
Daisy Jones and the Six by Taylor Jenkins Reid
Mayluna by Kelley McNeil
The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo by Taylor Jenkins Reid
One True Loves by Taylor Jenkins Reid
From Here to the Great Unknown by Lisa Marie Presley and Riley Keough
The Housemaid by Freida McFadden
The Teacher by Freida McFadden
Never Lie by Freida McFadden
The Inmate by Freida McFadden
The Coworker by Freida McFadden
It Ends With Us by Colleen Hoover
November 9 by Colleen Hoover
Verity by Colleen Hoover
Reminders of Him by Colleen Hoover
A Walk to Remember by Nicholas Sparks
The Notebook by Nicholas Sparks

Ever wish you could wipe your memory just to experience your favorite book all over again? In this episode, Adrienne, Audrey, and Lindsay each reveal the one book they’d choose to re-read with a totally clean slate—no spoilers, no plot twists remembered, just pure reading bliss.

Plus, we’re introducing a brand-new segment: Read, Watch, Listen! Each of us shares what we’re currently into across the worlds of books, film and television, and music/podcasts. It’s your one-stop shop for recommendations (and maybe a few hot takes).

Books Mentioned in this Episode:

Wild Dark Shore by Charlotte McCaugnhy

First Time Caller by B.K. Borison

The Pact by Jodi Picoult

Broken Country by Claire Leslie Hall

The Pact by Jodi Picoult

The Storyteller by Jodi Picoult

11/22/63 by Stephen King

Harry Potter by J.K. Rowling

The Great Alone by Kristin Hannah

All the Ugly and Wonderful Things by Bryn Greenwood

Part of Your World by Abby Jimenez

Yours Truly by Abby Jimenez

Just for the Summer by Abby Jimenez

One Day by David Nichols

Outlander by Diana Gabaldon

A Court of Thorns and Roses (Series) by Sarah J. Maas

Legends and Lattes by Travis Baldree

Girl with the Dragon Tattoo by Stieg Larsson

Gone Girl by Gillian Flynn

Before We Were Strangers by Renee Carlino

Defending Jacob by William Landay

The DaVinci Code by Dan Brown

In this episode of Books Around the Block, Adrienne, Audrey, and Lindsay recap their March reads—discussing the hits, the misses, and the ones that left them with all the feelings. From gripping thrillers to best-selling romances, they cover a variety of genres and share their honest thoughts. Plus, they reveal their April TBR lists—what’s on their radar, what they’re excited to dive into, and which books might just end up in the DNF pile. Grab your favorite beverage and join the conversation!

Follow us at @booksaroundtheblockpod on Instagram and TikTok for more fun content and news on upcoming episodes! Share your thoughts for future episodes or reach out just to chat at booksaroundtheblock@gmail.com.

Books Mentioned in this Episode:

Broken Country by Claire Leslie Hall

Mayluna by Kelley McNeil

Daisy Jones and the Six by Taylor Jenkins Reid

Deep End by Ali Hazelwood

Penitence by Kristin Koval

Wild Side by Elsie Silver

The Last Bookshop in London by Madeline Martin

The Longest Race by Kara Goucher

From Here to the Great Unknown by Lisa Marie Presley and Riley Keough

The Woman in Me by Britney Spears

The Griffin Sister's Greatest Hits by Jennifer Weiner

Sunrise on the Reaping by Suzanne Collins

The Seven Year Slip by Ashley Poston

Long Bright River by Liz Moore

First Time Caller by B.K. Borrison

James by Percival Everett

The Mother Next Door: Medicine Deception, and Munchausen by Andrea Dunlop, Mike Webber

Where the Lost Wander by Amy Harmon

I Am Pilgrim by Terry Hayes

Claire, Darling by Callie Kazumi

The Favorites by Layne Fargo

All the Other Mothers Hate Me by Sarah Harman

Wild Dark Shore by Charlotte McConaghy

Music by AudioCoffee at pixabay.com

It's the very first episode of Books Around the Block! Meet your hosts—Adrienne, Audrey, and Lindsay—three neighbors who love nothing more than talking books. We'll introduce ourselves, share our reading styles, and put each other on the spot with a rapid-fire book game. Expect laughs, unexpected bookish confessions, and a few titles to add to your TBR.

Follow us at @booksaroundtheblockpod on Instagram and TikTok for more fun content and news on upcoming episodes! Share your thoughts for future episodes or reach out just to chat at booksaroundtheblock@gmail.com.

Books Mentioned in this Episode:

Beartown by Fredrik Backman

Anxious People by Fredrik Backman

Redeeming Love by Francine Rivers

11/22/63 by Stephen King

The Nightingale by Kristin Hannah

A Walk to Remember by Nicholas Sparks

Yellowface by R.F. Kuang

The Seven and a Half Deaths of Evelyn Hardcastle by Stuart Turton

A Court of Mist and Fury by Sarah J Maas

Nancy Drew Series by Carolyn Keene

The Babysitters Club by Ann M. Martin

Sweet Valley High by Francine Pascal

Music by AudioCoffee at pixabay.com

Hey Neighbors! Welcome to Books Around the Block. We're your hosts, Lindsay, Adrienne, and Audrey—neighbors, friends, and book-obsessed hosts of this podcast. In our close-knit neighborhood, books are always a hot topic. Between school drop-offs, evening walks, and poolside chats, we’re constantly swapping recommendations, debating plot twists, and adding just one more book to our never-ending TBR lists. With the three of us reading a combined 150 books a year, we take pride in finding the perfect read for just about anyone—so we figured, why not bring the conversation to you?

Each month, we’ll bring you:

📚 Two mini-episodes where we help you expand your to-be-read with fun bookish topics with no spoilers

📖 And one deep-dive book club episode with spoilers for when you’re ready to geek out over a shared read. 

So grab the beverage you need and snack you deserve, and let’s talk books. Because in our neighborhood, a good read is always just around the block.

Looking for the best Christmas and holiday books to read this season? In this episode of Books Around the Block, we’re sharing our favorite festive reads, winter and Christmas-adjacent picks, and three books that firmly hold a spot on our holiday TBR — and maybe should be on yours too.

We Used To Live Here by Marcus Kliewer

Intercepts by T.J. Payne

You Watched In Silence by H. Lee Justine

The Christmas Orphans Club by Becca Freeman

The Wish by Nicholas Sparks

One Day in December by Josie Silver

This Time Next Year by Sophie Cousens

Winter Garden by Kristin Hannah

The Family Game by Catherine Steadman

The Christmas Bookshop by Jenny Colgan

The Plight Before Christmas by Kate Stewart

Holiday Ever After by Hannah Grace

Heartless Hunter by Kristen Ciccarelli

We’re wrapping up our October reads and sharing what’s on our November TBR! From five-star favorites to the biggest letdowns, we’re chatting all things books, and revealing Adrienne’s official birthday book selection. Tune in for laughs, book recs, and a little friendly chaos on this month's reading wrap-up and TBR hopefuls.

Smile For the Cameras by Miranda Smith

Tourist Season by Brynne Weaver

Heart the Lover by Lily King

In My Dreams I Hold a Knife by Ashley Winstead

Caught Up by Liz Tomforde

Buckeye by Patrick Ryan

His & Hers by Alice Feeney

Mate by Ali Hazelwood

The Academy by Elin Hildebrand and Shelby Cunningham

None of This is True by Lisa Jewell

Oona Out of Order by Margarita Montimore

The Irish Goodbye by Heather Aimee O'Neill

Intercepts by T.J. Payne

Listen for the Lie by Amy Tintera

Dinner For Vampires by Bethany Joy Lentz

Play Along by Liz Tomforde

Down the Drain by Julia Fox

Mayluna by Kelley McNeil

Heartless Hunter by Kristin Ciccarelli

In this episode, Adrienne, Audrey, and Lindsay dive into His & Hers by Alice Feeney—the addictive psychological thriller full of secrets, lies, and shocking twists. They break down WITH SPOILERS the unreliable narrators, the tangled relationships, and that unforgettable ending. Tune in for theories, laughter, and plenty of “wait, WHAT?” moments. Ideal for thriller lovers and book club binge-listeners.

Night Watching by Tracy Sierra

Tourist Season by Brynne Weaver

A Witches Guide to Magical Innkeeping by Sangu Mandanna

Heartless Hunter by Kristen Ciccarelli

The year may be winding down, but publishing season is still going strong! In this episode of Books Around the Block, Adrienne, Lindsay, and Audrey each share three of their most anticipated book releases hitting shelves between October and the end of December 2025. We’re stacking our TBRs one last time before the year wraps up!

Heart the Lover by Lily King

His & Hers by Alice Feeney

Mate by Ali Hazelwood

In My Dreams I Hold a Knife by Ashley Winstead

Queen Esther by John Irving

Good Spirits by B.K. Borrison

Boom Town by Nic Stone

Some Bright Nowhere by Ann Packer

That's Not How It Happened by Craig Thomas

You Watched In Silence by H. Lee Justine

The Day I Lost You by Ruth Mancini

Brimstone by Callie Hart

Best Offer Wins by Marisa Kashino

Want to read books before they’re released and make your bookish friends jealous? In this episode, we’re sharing all our secrets about Advanced Reader Copies (ARCs) and how to get them, including our best NetGalley tips and tricks. From boosting your approval chances to what to do once you score an ARC, this episode is your guide to reading books before everyone else!

The Academy by Elin Hilderbrand and Shelby Cunningham

None of This is True by Lisa Jewell

Carrie by Stephen King

On Writing by Stephen King

Atmosphere by Taylor Jenkins Reid

Daisy Jones & the Six by Taylor Jenkins Reid

A Box Full of Darkness by Simone St. James

The Fourth Wife by Linda Hamilton

We Are All Guilty Here by Karin Slaughter

His & Hers by Alice Feeney

In this episode, we’re recapping everything we read in September and sharing what’s on our October TBR—from cozy fall romances to page-turning thrillers. We’re also announcing our next Book Club pick so you can read along with us, and revealing the book Lindsay and Adrienne chose for Audrey to read in her birthday month. If you’re looking for book recommendations or just want to hear what’s coming up next in our reading plans, this episode has you covered!

I Just Wish I Had a Bigger Kitchen by Kate Strickler

The Happy Ever After Playlist by Abby Jimenez

The Guest List by Lucy Foley

The Dark Maestro by Brendan Slocumb

The Kind Worth Killing by Peter Swanson

The Conditions of Will by Jessa Hastings

My Good Side by Scheana Shay

Rose in Chains by Julie Soto

Ghost Business by Jen DeLuca

Margo's Got Money Troubles by Rufi Thorpe

Drive Me Crazy by Lizzy Dent

Nightwatching by Tracy Sierra

Dungeon Crawler Carl by Matt Dinniman

You Killed Me First by John Marrs

Awake by Jen Hatmaker

Mate by Ali Hazelwood

Such Sharp Teeth by Rachel Harrison

His & Hers by Alice Feeney

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 reading resolutions, from noble literary intentions to slightly unhinged bookish promises.

We talk reading habits we want to fix, TBR delusions we’re embracing, and how we’re hoping to make reading more fun and less stressful this year. If you love setting reading goals, breaking them, and laughing about it anyway, this episode is for you.

The Most Wonderful Crime of the Year by Ally Carter

On Writing by Stephen King

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, and what we’re hoping to read next month. Expect honest reviews, plenty of laughs, relatable reading chaos, and neighborly banter you didn’t ask for but definitely need. Perfect for book lovers looking for reading recommendations, monthly wrap-ups, and a fun book podcast to add to their rotation.

Nobody's Girl by Virginia Roberts Giuffre

Rewind It Back by Liz Tomforde

Winter Garden by Kristin Hannah

BEST:

Dinner For Vampires by Bethany Joy Lentz

Play Along by Liz Tomforde

The Compound by Aisling Rawle

WORST:

This is a safe space by Lucinda Berry

Brimstone by Callie Hart

But Not Too Bold by Hache Pueyo

MOST SURPRISING:

Best Offer Wins by Marisa Kashino

The Plight Before Christmas by Kate Stewart

The Guncle by Steven Rowley

JANUARY HOPEFULS:

The Storm by Rachel Hawkins

From Sand and Ash by Amy Harmon

Funny Story by Emily Henry

A Guardian and a Thief by Megha Majumdar

Stillhouse Lake by Rachel Caine

The Future Saints by Ashley Winstead

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 few surprises along the way. Expect strong opinions, light roasting, and plenty of side tangents as we crown the best and worst of our year in books.

The Christmas Bookshop by Jenny Colgan

Play Along by Liz Tomforde

But Not Too Bold by Hache Pueyo

Lindsays Top 5:

The Wedding People by Alison Espach

None of This is True by Lisa Jewell

One Golden Summer by Carley Fortune

Every Summer After by Carley Fortune

The Kite Runner by Khaled Hasseini

Broken Country by Clare Leslie Hall

Adrienne's Top 5:

My Friends by Fredrik Backman

All The Colors of the Dark by Chris Whitaker

Broken Country by Clare Leslie Hall

Wild Dark Shore by Charlotte McConaughy

The Wedding People by Alison Espach

Audrey's Top 5:

Wild Dark Shore by Charlotte McConaughy

Caught Up by Liz Tomforde

The Conditions of Will by Jessa Hastings

Sunrise on the Reaping by Suzanne Collins

Heart the Lover by Lily King

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 break down the plot, talk favorite moments, debate the mystery reveal, and share whether this one earns a spot on your annual Christmas reading list. If you love holiday mysteries, festive thrillers, or Christmas books with a crime twist, this episode is for you.

How To Stay Married by Harrison Scott Key

The Plight Before Christmas by Kate Stewart

The Guncle by Steven Rowley

The Correspondent by Virginia Evans