Book Interrupted

During this mini episode we turn the Author Spotlight onto Lori Zoss and her book  Under Caution, a fast-paced romantic suspense novel that puts a strong female lead behind the wheel of a stock car. Lori shares her journey from entrepreneur to novelist, why she chose self-publishing, and how she balances creative passion with running a business. If you're a busy reader who wants to escape quickly...

During this mini episode we turn the Author Spotlight onto Tamu Thomas and her book Women Who Work Too Much: Break Free from Toxic Productivity and Find Your Joy. We explore a book that is far more than a productivity guide—it's a profound invitation to stop running on empty and reclaim your life. Women Who Work Too Much challenges the narrative that burnout is an individual failing. Tamu Thomas,...

During this mini episode we turn the Authors Spotlight onto Keven Albers and his book “ Helcyon: The Ashen Knight.” We explore a story that is far more than a traditional fantasy, it’s a profound exploration of grief, memory, and the stories we inherit. Thirteen-year-old Bobby Porter is pulled into the unfinished fantasy novel left behind by his recently deceased father. He lands in Helcyon, an as...

It’s our very last episode of Book Interrupted and we’re sending this chapter off with laughter, nostalgia, and a few surprises. After five years, five seasons, countless books, endless tangents, and more inappropriate jokes than we can count, we’re wrapping up the podcast that brought us together, kept us sane through Covid, and built a beautiful community of book lovers. In this final conversati...

During this mini episode we turn the Authors Spotlight ontoSean D’Amico and his book “ Asset Recovery: Decoding the Holy Bible to Awaken Christ's Consciousness by Way of Kundalini Yoga ”. In this profound Authors Spotlight, we sit down with Sean D'Amico, author of 'Asset Recovery: Decoding the Holy Bible to Awaken Christ's Consciousness by Way of Kundalini Yoga.' We dive deep into the world of Eso...

In this episode of Book Interrupted , the club welcomes Kara back with her book pick Nobody Cries at Bingo by Dawn Dumont . The group dives into Dumont’s sharp humor and unique storytelling style, reflecting on how each member connected with the book in their own way. The conversation takes a nostalgic turn as the women share what it was like growing up as Generation X’ers a time before constant c...

During this mini episode we turn the Authors Spotlight onto Montie Carol Montgomery and her book Two Squirrels and a Girl. Born to wealth that the Civil War ravaged, held captive by renegade Comanche, and rejected by family and friends, Mary Elizabeth (“Libby”) Haley ran away from home at the age of 14. Libby learned to navigate the dangerous and volatile Old West and made a name for herself as Sq...

In this episode of Book Interrupted , the club dives into The Deep by Rivers Solomon, our Fan Book Pick for this season with Rian joining us, a longtime listener since season one. Together we swim into the depths of this powerful novella, a story born from music and transformed into haunting mermaid mythology. Rian shares how the book reached her during a traumatic time in her family’s life, and w...

During this mini episode we turn the Authors Spotlight onto Penelope Holt and her book The Angel Scroll. One ancient prophecy, two heartbroken lovers, and a worldwide scavenger hunt for three miraculous paintings. After her husband’s death, New York artist Claire Lucas has baffling dreams and waking visions as she channels an enigmatic and healing painting of a holy man in India at the deathbed of...

In this episode of Book Interrupted , the club dives into We Rip the World Apart by Canadian author Charlene Carr—Lindsay’s pick for the season. This powerful novel tackles systemic racism, police brutality, and generational trauma, topics that hit painfully close to home for one member and her family. While everyone agrees it’s a beautifully written book, it’s also an emotionally heavy read. The...

In this episode of Off The Shelf , we play the Who Am I? Game.   Ashely and Sarah team up against Meredith and Lindsay. We limit the game to characters in the fourth and fifth seasons books.  Sarah and Ashley seem to be dominating, Meredith doesn’t want to be super competitive and Lindsay takes her guesses to a hilarious place, that remains joke for the entire game.   Plus, who is William exactly?...

In this episode of Book Interrupted, the book club dives into Solutions and Other Problems by Allie Brosh—Meredith’s pick and the group’s second graphic novel read. From laugh-out-loud moments to head-scratching confusion, the members share their mixed reactions to Brosh’s unique blend of awkward comedy and heartfelt storytelling. Did it hit the mark, or just feel... weird? One member couldn’t eve...

During this mini episode we turn the Authors Spotlight onto Lucian Lazar and his book “The Framework: Motivationless Exercise” . The Framework I: Motivationless Exercise is a transformative guide that embarks on demystifying the elusive nature of motivation in the pursuit of fitness and personal growth. Through a compelling blend of personal anecdotes, insightful strategies, and a refreshing sprin...

Hold on to your bookmarks — Book Interrupted is going Off The Shelf ! In this episode of Off The Shelf , we play Ashley’s suggested game: Fantasy Draft Pick, with a twist! The catch? You can only choose characters or authors from books we've read on Book Interrupted . Can you guess which author Lindsay never wants on her team? Or which character Ashley always wants (and probably always will)? Duri...

In this episode of Book Interrupted, the club dives into The Women by Kristin Hannah—Virginia’s long-awaited book pick and her exciting return to the podcast. What happens when a group of women with almost no knowledge of the Vietnam War is handed a novel that brings it vividly to life? The result is a powerful, emotional journey none of them expected. Kristin Hannah’s gripping portrayal not only...

During this mini episode we turn the Authors Spotlight onto Kathleen J. Shields and her book “How to Write, Market and Sell Children's Books: A Comprehensive Guide” by Kathleen J. Shields. Are you an aspiring children's book author eager to see your stories in print? Discover the ultimate guide that takes you from idea to successful publication. "How to Write, Market and Sell Children's Books" is...

Hold on to your bookmarks — Book Interrupted is Off The Shelf ! Inspired by Sarah’s latest book pick, The Change by Kirsten Miller, the members dive into the magical world of witchy archetypes by taking a quiz to discover which character they most align with. Astrological signs are revealed, existential questions are raised — do we relate because it's written in the stars, or because someone told...

In this episode, join the woman as they dive into  The Change  by Kirsten Miller—Sarah’s latest book pick. Discover which character Sarah aspires to embody in the future and which one Ashley relates to most. Their conversation explores powerful themes like human trafficking, women’s empowerment, and the realities of aging and perimenopause. Plus, Meredith breaks down why this book is  "like a RomC...

During this episode we dive into Ashley’s book pick: Lola by Melissa Scrivner Love. Ashley picks another hard to find book which pushes Lindsay to listen to her first audio book. Find out how she liked it! Sarah is shocked but the brutality in this crime fiction while the others feel completely desensitised. They discuss what it means to be a strong female character without falling into masculine...

During this mini episode we turn the Authors Spotlight onto Cale Lewis and his book “Red Pill in the Universal Matrix: How Owls, Synchronicities, UFOs, and Matrix Glitches Turned a Skeptic into a Simulation Believer”. For most of his life, the author believed only in the cold, hard facts of science, dismissing anything supernatural as mere fantasy. But everything changed when strange synchroniciti...

Hold on to your bookmarks! Book Interrupted is Off The Shelf. In this episode we glimpse behind the scenes to see how the women are navigating perimenopause, periods, and getting older.   What are they doing, experiencing and enduring? Plus, what’s going on with their hair? Discussion Points: Period Underwear Urinary incontinence and kegel exercises Menopausal flood and cysts Good, bad and DIY hai...

Book Interrupted is back for season 5!   We start the season with Kim’s book pick “The Memoirs of Miss Chief Eagle Testickle: A True and Exact Accounting of the History of Turtle Island” by Kent Monkman and Gisèle Gordon. The women discuss the book and all agree its completely unique and don’t know how to describe it to others.   They discuss the pros and cons of the audio book vs the physical boo...

During this mini episode we turn the Authors Spotlight onto Lukas Klessig and his book “Words With My Father: A Bipolar Journey Through Turbulent Times”. Words With My Father offers a gripping portrait of the evolution of a young man's mental illness and how it manifested into a dramatic and often dangerous existence through the turbulence of the Civil Rights, Peace and Conservation movements. Low...

Hold on to your bookmarks! Book Interrupted is Off The Shelf. We’ve never picked Twilight by Stephanie Meyer as a book pick, but it doesn’t mean Book Interrupted hasn’t discussed it! Sarah is clearly obsessed and it doesn’t take much for the conversations to veer towards Twilight at any given time. Is Kim right, should we rename the podcast Twilight Interrupted? Discussion Points: How Sarah’s obse...

Sarah, Meredith, and Lindsay get together to recap Season Four. Why so few members? Many interruptions happened all at once.   The women discuss this season and what books, movies or both they liked or disliked. Meredith can’t stop plugging the importance of using your local library and Sarah brings up Twilight again!. Let’s be honest – Would it even be an episode of Book Interrupted without some...