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In this episode of The Read Carpet Report, hosts Kirsten and Jackie celebrate their nine-year partnership and dive into the world of celebrity book clubs and adaptations. They discuss the latest adaptations coming to Netflix, a new celebrity book club, and the January 2026 picks from the big 5 book clubs. The conversation also touches on the dynamics between Oprah and Reese’s book announcements, the importance of spoilers, and their personal book recommendations. 

Takeaways

• The hosts celebrate their nine-year partnership in the book world as Beyond the Bookends
  * Celebrity book clubs are becoming increasingly popular, with new clubs emerging.
  * Adaptations of popular books are a major focus for Netflix this January.
  - His & Hers by Alice Feeney - https://www.beyondthebookends.com/alice-feeney-books-in-order-and-ranked/
  - People We Meet on Vacation by Emily Henry- https://www.beyondthebookends.com/emily-henry-books-ranked/
  * Katie Couric's new book club pick has generated excitement among readers.
  - Top 20 Books of 2025 - https://www.beyondthebookends.com/the-best-books-of-2025/
  - Beyond the Bookends Spoke with Virginia Evans about her book The Correspondent- https://www.beyondthebookends.com/beyond-the-bookends-book-club-memberships/
  * The importance of discussing book spoilers for promoting pre-orders and library requests.
  * The hosts share their thoughts on the latest celebrity book club picks for January.
  - January 2026 Celebrity Book Club Spoilers - https://www.beyondthebookends.com/january-2026-celebrity-book-club-spoilers/
  * Oprah and Reese's book clubs have different focuses, with Oprah leaning towards literary works.
  * The hosts recommend upcoming releases that may not be on listeners' radar.
  - Dandelion is Dead by Rosie Storey- Novels About Grief - https://www.beyondthebookends.com/novels-about-grief/
  * The conversation highlights the emotional depth of literary romances and their appeal.
  * Listener engagement is encouraged for future discussions on favorite book club picks.

Chapters

00:00

Introduction to the Red Carpet Report

00:28

Red Carpet Rundown: Celebrity Book Adaptations

02:25

New Celebrity Book Clubs and Picks

04:38

January Celebrity Book Club Picks

07:55

Reese YA and Adult Picks

11:58

Exploring New Releases and Recommendations

13:15

GMA Adult and YA Picks

18:37

Oprah vs. Reese: Celebrity Book Club Dynamics

22:58

The Bookmark and the Epilogue