Meg's Reading Room

Welcome in! I'm so glad you're here with me. On today's episode, I am joined by Kim Fay ( @kimkfay ). Kim Fay is the author of the forthcoming Kate & Frida , the instant National Bestseller Love & Saffron , and The Map of Lost Memories , an Edgar Award Finalist for Best First Novel. She has also written a food memoir, Communion: A Culinary Journey Through Vietnam . She created...

Welcome in! I'm so glad you're here with me. On today's episode, I am joined by Nicole M. Hewitt ( @nicolefictionaddiction ). Nicole is the debut author of The Song of Orphan's Garden , a middle grade fantasy written in verse. In our conversation, we discuss Nicole's new book, her writing process, and where she is finding hope in this season. Mentioned in this episode: The Song...

Welcome in! I'm so glad you're here with me. On today's episode, I am joined by Afoma Umesi ( @whatafomareads ). Afoma is the founder and editor of Reading Middle Grade where she curates book lists and write book reviews for kids of all ages. In our conversation, we discuss what Afoma looks for in a good book, how she selects titles for Reading Middle Grade, and where she is finding cr...

Welcome in! I'm so glad you're here with me. Today is Rare Disease Day . On this person episode, I am sharing more about how rare disease affects our family and how it has shaped me as a reader. Mentioned in this episode: VLCAD Deficiency The Bookshelf Shelf Subscriptions Shannan Martin - Counterweights Ep 26: A Rare Reading Life with Faith NEW! Join Meg's Reading Room on Patreon ! Con...

Welcome in! I'm so glad you're here with me. In today's episode, I am joined by Lydia Sohn ( @lydia_sohn ). Lydia is a minister, mother of three young children, and author of Here: A Spirituality of Staying in a Culture of Leaving . In our conversation, we discuss Lydia's new book and what it means to stay and find beauty right where we're planted. Mentioned in this episode: He...

In today's episode, I am joined by Faith ( @faithreadsfic ). Faith is a mother of three, homemaker, and lifelong reader. Faith is also the parent and advocate of a child with Rett syndrome. In our conversation, we discuss Faith's reading life, what it's like to parent children with rare disorders, and why having community is so important. Mentioned in this episode: Magic Tree House Jun...

In today's episode, I am joined by Megan E. Freeman ( @megan_e_freeman_writer ). Megan is the author of the NYT Bestseller, ALONE and today she joins me to discuss her new companion novel, AWAY. In our conversation, we discuss Megan's writing process, her deep love of poetry, and how our creativity and passions can change the world. Mentioned in this episode: AWAY ALONE YOU COULD MAKE THIS...

Welcome to my Reading Room! I'm so glad you're here with me. In today's episode, I am joined by Leah ( @family.book.nook ). Leah is a stay-at-home mom of four boys and lifelong reader who shares her love for family read-alouds on Bookstagram - Family Book Nook. In our conversation, we discuss Leah's reading life and how she utilizes her local library to nurture her boys' readin...

On this bonus episode of Meg's Reading Room, Mommy Meg and a very special guest read  Little Blue Truck's Valentine by Alice Schertle (illustrated by Jill McElmurry) Happy Valentine's Day from our family to yours! NEW!: Join Meg's Reading Room on Patreon! Connect with me on Instagram @megsreadingroom

Welcome to my Reading Room! I'm so glad you're here with me. In today's episode, I am joined by Bailey Gillespie ( @baileygillespie ). Bailey is a writer and podcast host living in Northern California. Bailey is a newlywed, a cat mom to Chef, and is currently working on her first book. In our conversation, we discuss Bailey's writing process, how her health and faith affects her re...

Welcome to my Reading Room! I'm so glad you're here with me. In today's episode, I am joined by Lydia ( @literaturewithlydia ). Lydia lives and teaches in Kuwait and shares her love of all things bookish on her podcast, Literature with Lydia . She is also a cat mom to Cubby, a travel lover, and is currently working on her first book! Spending time with Lydia is always an absolute delig...

Welcome to my Reading Room! I'm so glad you're here with me. I have a treat for you this week! In today's episode, I am joined by Alex. Alex is a librarian, father of two, and my husband! He is also an avid reader, gamer, and movie buff. Alex created and hosts a podcast for his library and graciously also edits mine. In our conversation, we discuss Alex's reading life and how he&#3...

Welcome to my Reading Room! I'm so glad you're here with me. In today's episode, I am joined by Hannah Rosenberg ( @hannahrowrites ). Hannah is a wife, mom, and poet living outside Philadelphia, PA. You probably already know and love Hannah's poetry. Her work has been shared by thousands on Instagram and continues to touch hearts every day. I was honored to spend time with Hannah a...

Welcome to my Reading Room! I'm so glad you're here with me. In today's episode, I am joined by Jess ( @jessdp_reads ). Jess is a wife, toddler mom, and public school dance teacher living in New Jersey. She is also a devoted reader focusing on "quality over quantity" during this very busy season of life. I resonate deeply with Jess and I know so many other readers will, too. I...

Welcome to my Reading Room! I'm so glad you're here with me. In this special wrap up episode, my dear friend Jeannie returns to help me close out this very exciting year. I share about my reading life, my favorite recommendations, and how the podcast has changed so much for me. Thank you for listening and for being a part of this incredible community! Connect with me on Instagram @megsread...

On this bonus episode of Meg's Reading Room, Mommy Meg reads SANTA MOUSE & MORTIMER'S CHRISTMAS MANGER . Our family wishes yours a very Merry Christmas!

Welcome to my Reading Room! I'm so glad you're here with me. In today's episode, I am joined by Simon Van Booy. Simon is the award-winning, bestselling author of more than a dozen books for adults and children, including  The Illusion of Separateness, The Presence of Absence, and his most recent novel, Sipsworth .  Simon is also the editor of three volumes of philosophy and has written...

Welcome to my Reading Room! I'm so glad you're here with me. In today's episode, I am joined by Mindy Nichols Wendell. Mindy is a wife, mother, and grandmother (of 5!) living in New York. Mindy spent more than thirty years teaching writing, literature, and poetry in a college classroom. She is now the debut middle grade author of LIGHT AND AIR . In our conversation, we discuss her beau...

Welcome to my Reading Room! I'm so glad you're here with me. In today's episode, I am joined by Jeannie. Jeannie is a wife, a mother, a former educator, a current worship director, and a devoted reader. In our conversation, we discuss the books Jeannie loves to read and recommend, what she looks for in a good book, her recent reading life epiphany (gotta have the meat and potatoes!), a...

Welcome to my Reading Room! I'm so glad you're here with me. In today's episode, I am joined by Sarah E. Westfall. Sarah is a mother, podcast host ( Human Together ), and lifelong writer. We discuss Sarah's book, The Way of Belonging and why "belonging is not something to attain, but someone to become." Sarah also shares some of the books that have shaped her life, the book...

Welcome to my Reading Room! I'm so glad you're here with me. In today's episode, I am joined by Amy. Amy is a wife, a mother of two children (and 2 dachshunds), a teacher, and an avid reader living in Virginia. Her bookstagram, @livingwellread , is one of my favorites to follow for so many reasons. In our conversation, we discuss the beauty of living a well read life. Amy shares some o...

Welcome to my Reading Room! I'm so glad you're here with me. In today's episode, I am joined by Kate ( @thesaltybookworm ). She is the Manager/Events Coordinator and Bookseller at Thunder Road Books ( @thunderroadbooks ) in Spring Lake, New Jersey. Kate is a mom to her fur babies, a cancer survivor, and an incredible cheerleader for books and authors. In our conversation, we discuss al...

Welcome to my Reading Room! In today's episode, I had the absolute delight of speaking with debut author, Anna Johnston about her wonderful book THE BORROWED LIFE OF FREDERICK FIFE. We also discussed the importance of positive aging, the power of kindness, and how Anna is making room for herself during this busy and exciting season. It was such an honor to spend time with Anna and I am so exci...

Let's take a few moments to quiet the noise, calm our hearts, and breathe together. The Peace of Wild Things, Wendell Berry When despair for the world grows in me and I wake in the night at the least sound in fear of what my life and my children’s lives may be, I go and lie down where the wood drake rests in his beauty on the water, and the great heron feeds. I come into the peace of wild thin...

Welcome to my Reading Room! In today's episode, I am checking in to share what my life looks like right now, what I've been reading and loving, and what is bringing me joy. Thank you for being here. I am so grateful for your support and encouragement. Mentioned in this episode: Shauna Niequist Substack The Golden Bachelorette Dancing With The Stars The Great British Baking Off PBS NewsHour...