Book Bumble

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, our stack of books is tied together with the common theme of A Pivotal Choice.  And since pivotal means of crucial importance in relation to the development or success of something else, these choices are life changing, and in some cases even fateful.  Plus, we'll share a Book in Hand.  Are you ready?? Featured Books:  Shy Creatures by Clare Chambers (LH)  Ba...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, we bring you books tied together with the common theme of being Fantastical!  Leslie is our in house fantasy aficionado, and Laura is the opposite of that.  But we both found some fabulous titles to make this stack super Fantastical!  We'll also share a Book In Hand!  Let's dive into the world of fantasy! Featured Books: The Starlight Heir by Amalie Howa...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, our stack of books is tied together with the common theme of Reading and Writing. Epistolary, Historical Fiction, Uplifting Fiction and a Thriller...a little of everything...Plus a Memoir as our Book in Hand.  We're so glad you're here!  Featured Books: Kate and Frida by Kim Fay  (LH) The Extraordinary Deaths of Mrs. Kip by Sara Brunsvold (LH) The Booklo...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, our stack of books is tied together with the common theme of being our Books In Hand...our current reads…this is up to the minute coverage! What are you reading? Featured Books: Weight of Blood by Tiffany D. Jackson (LH) Maybe in Another Life by Taylor Jenkins Reid (LH) Memorial Days by Geraldine Brooks (LP) We All Live Here by JoJo Moyes (LP) The Return of Ellie...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, our stack of books is tied together with the common theme of all being books that are Tiny and Cute.  Each of these titles are treasures that come in under 300 pages. These little gems pack a big punch! Featured Books: Victorian Psycho by Virginia Feito (LH) (208 pages) Normal Rules Don’t Apply by Kate Atkinson (LH) (224 pages) Lark Ascending by Silas House (LP) (...

Send us Fan Mail  In this episode, our stack of books is tied together with the common theme of being Buzzy Books.  They are getting lots of attention in the right now….hot takes…quick picks if you will.  And yes, we will!  Let's Buzz! Featured Books: Penitence by Kristin Koval (LH) Broken Country by Clare Leslie Hall (LP) What Happened to the McCrays by Tracey Lange  (LP) Let’s Call Her Barb...

Send us Fan Mail  In this episode, our stack of books is tied together with the common theme of being Classics!  Leslie rereads 2 of her lifetime favorites, and Laura reads 2 that she never picked up before...no judgement!! We will also share a Book in Hand. Let’s dig into this bundle of wonderful Classics! Featured Books: Pride and Prejudice - The Complete Novel with 19 Letters from the Character...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, our stack of books is tied together with the common theme of  helping you find Positivity! This is a Shorty, with just 2 books, and we hope it might be just what you need.  Bring on the Short Stack! Featured Books: Upworthy Good People: Stories from the Best of Humanity by Gabriel Reilich & Lucia Knell (LH) The Book of Joy: Lasting Happiness in a Changing Worl...

Send us Fan Mail  In this episode, our stack of books is tied together with the common theme of New Takes on Familiar Stories. These stories have been told before, but these authors put their own spins on them.  And we do LOVE a good reimagining! We'll also share a Book In Hand.  Ready?? Featured Books:  Gild by Raven Kennedy (LH)  The Sirens by Emilia Hart (LH)  Mother of Rome by Lauren J. A...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, our stack of books is tied together with the common theme of Journeys. Our characters are taking both physical and emotional journeys, and we'll also share a Book In Hand.  Let’s get started on our own trek! Featured Books:  All My Mothers by Joanna Glen (LH)  The Lighthouse Road by Peter Geye (LH)  Good Dirt by Charmaine Wilkerson (LP)  More or Less Maddy by...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, our stack of books is tied together with the common theme of being books that invite us to Travel to Ancient Egypt.  Plus, we will share a Book In Hand!  Vibe with us on all things ancient Egypt!  Featured Books:  Neferura by Malayna Evans (LH)  Nefertiti by Michelle Moran (LH)  The Stolen Queen by Fiona Davis (LP)  Empress of the Nile: The Daredevil Archaeologist...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode our stack of books is tied together with the common theme of being Mysterious Mysteries.  All have mysterious characters, settings, and of course, events.  Plus, we will share a Book In Hand!  Come along with us on this magical mystery tour! Featured Books:  A Curious Beginning by Deanna Raybourn (LH)  The Sunset Years of Agnes Sharp by Leonie Swann (LH)  The Life...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode our stack of books is tied together with the common theme of being Books In Hand...books that were recently on our shelves that we can't wait to share with all of you.  Plus, we have a list of more Books In Hand in our show notes!  Let's make your TBR even longer!  Featured Books: 21 Truths About Love by Matthew Dicks (LH) The Courting of Bristol Keats by...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode we are bringing you a shorty…an episode with just 2 books, and we hope it might be just what you need!  Our short stack is tied together with the common theme of featuring the fabulous author, Marianne Cronin.  And, be still our bookish hearts, this stack is special! These books will tug at your heartstrings, and are perfect for Valentine's week.  Get ready to...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, our stack of books is tied together with the common theme of If You Liked This... Then Read That.  And we’re doing it memoir style!  For each memoir we have a  selection that we think is the perfect compliment. We’re going to bring you several pairings and we hope that something will strike your fancy!  Featured Books: Outofshapeworthlessloser by Gracie Gold (LP)...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode our stack of books is tied together with the common theme of Staying Safe. Easy right?  Not so much for the characters in these books!  Plus, we'll share 2 Books in Hand...both outstanding memoirs by the same author.  Be careful out there, friends! Featured Books: A Discovery of Witches (All Souls #1) by Deborah Harkness (LH) Run by Blake Crouch (LH) I Cheerfu...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, our stack of books is tied together with the common theme of being Listeners Choice books!  We reached out and asked for your suggestions and recommendations, and boy did you deliver! We can’t use them all at once,  but keep listening, because we are going to use some of your other picks in upcoming episodes! Featured Books: Birdie and Harlow: Life, Loss, and Lovi...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, our stack of books is tied together with the common theme of pure excitement. The most recent addition to Signe Pike's Lost Queen series is here...The Shadowed Land!  We can't wait to discuss it AND to give away a copy to one of you!    Featured Books: The Forgotten Queen by Signe Pike The Lost Kingdom by Signe Pike The Shadowed Land by Signe Pike Books...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, our stack of books is tied together with the common theme of being our Faves of 2024. And we're not going to lie...it was hard to choose soooo...we also have a list of our Runners Up below! Plus, we'll share a Book in Hand. Now, it's time to get started on our list for 2025! Featured Books: The Frozen River by Ariel Lawhorn (LP) Year of Wonders by G...

Send us Fan Mail Today, our stack of books is tied together with the common theme of being  great Book Club Picks. And, we have a special guest to help us discover some great titles to get discussions going in your group.  Lisa Hedger is joining us from the podcast Everyone Loved It But Me. Lisa is in multiple book clubs, and knows her stuff!  Check out her podcast. And check out our Show Notes be...

Send us Fan Mail Today, our stack of books is tied together with the common theme of If You Liked This... Then Read That.  It's always helpful to have a few tricks up your reading sleeve for those times when you don't know what you want to read next!  We've also included a few additional read-alikes below in the Show Notes.  Happy Holidays! Featured Books: The Women by Kristin Hanna...

Send us Fan Mail In today's episode we chat all things Sense of Place with our special guest, the one and only Cindy Burnett from Thoughts from a Page podcast!  It's sure to transport you (wink, wink).  Featured Books: The Lost Man by Jane Harper (CB) Homecoming by Kate Morton (CB) The Lost Story by Meg Shaffer (LH) Celine by Peter Heller (LH) The Ancients by John Larison (LP) Once There...

Send us Fan Mail In today's episode we have a HUGE gift-able stack!  Books are one of our favorite items to give anytime of year. We hope you'll find something for every reader on your list...Happy Holidays!  Featured Books: Series: The Winternight Trilogy by Katherine Arden  (LH) The Lost Queen Series by Signe Pike (LP)  Horses of Fire, Daughters of Bronze by A.D. Rhine (LH) Brooklyn, L...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode our stack is so charming it will sweep you off your feet! Laura read one of her favorites of the year. Leslie continues a favorite series and hopes for a new one. We'll also share a Book in Hand...Plus there’s baking! Featured Books: A Cyclist’s Guide to Crime and Croissants by Ann Claire (LH) A Pirate’s Life for Tea by Rebecca Thorne (LH) Mrs. Quinn’s Rise to...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, our stack of books is tied together with the common theme of murder.  Leslie calls it Murdery...Laura calls it Redrum.  Either way we have some page turning heart pounders, something more cerebral, a locked room, and one that's paranormal! We will also share a Book in Hand.  Come along for a twisty thrilling ride! Featured Books: Murder Road by Simone St. Jam...