Book Fare: Book Club Fun, Wholesome Recommendations, Deep Discussions

It's a big day! Today we talk best books of the year, how we did on our reading goals, and what our biggest take-aways from our reading lives are. This is a fun and meaningful one, and we can't wait to share it! Books mentioned in this episode: A Christmas Carol by C Dickens Sweep by J Auxier Hannah Coulter by Wendell Berry Destiny of the Republic by Candice Millard 1984 by George Orwell Beowulf T...

Ho Ho Ho Readers! Today we talk all things Christmas - reading traditions, picture books, what to read this December, and ideas for gifts for the readers in our lives. It's so much fun! Books mentioned in this episode: A Christmas Carol by C Dickens A Cross-Country Christmas by Courtney Walsh The Gift of the Magi and the stories by O Henry On the Banks of Plum Creek by LE Wilder Green Glass House...

This is a must listen for any CS Lewis, Narnia, or Space Trilogy fan, or for anyone just curious about classic literature and the history of thought. Christiana Hale is a CS Lewis scholar and author of Deeper Heaven: A Reader's Guide to CS Lewis's Ransom Trilogy . Christiana talks about some of the basics of Medieval thought that help us see what Lewis is trying to accomplish in these books, and i...

This is such a great discussion! Is Anne for real? How did she turn out so well? Did she grow and change? Was she right to break it off with Wentworth the first time? Is this one of Austen's best? AND we answer YOUR questions. Enjoy and then join in the discussion in the FB group!

It's that time of year! That time when things get busy and reading gets dropped! How can we keep reading during this intense season? In this episode, we discuss a concept we're calling Hustle Bustle Books (#hustlebustlebooks), or books that can be carried with you and read in small chunks. We don't always agree on what makes a good Hustle Bustle Book, but we've got lots of laughs and suggestions f...

Today we have the winner of our #summershelfieselfie challenge - listener and friend Janice McDonald! Along with our delightful chat with Janice, we talk about what YOU have had to say about several topics recently. This is so much fun!! Books mentioned in this episode: Anne of Green Gables by LM Montgomery David Copperfield by C Dickens The Tenant of Wildfell Hall by A Bronte The Righteous Mind b...

It's November! #gratitudemonth Join us as we discuss all kinds of relevant titles for the month of Thanksgiving - from family sagas to sweet old-fashioned YA to self-help to get you through family drama - we've got this season covered!! What do you like to read this time of year? Books mentioned in this episode: Hannah Coulter by Wendell Berry Pollyanna by Eleanor Porter Little Women by LM Alcott...

Oh, listeners, we are in for such a treat today! Classicist, teacher, and superstar podcaster Heidi White joins us to talk about the basics and the beauty of why we read good books. Wether you are a beginning reader or a longtime lover of rich literature, Heidi assures us that we can all be part of the ongoing conversation, through books, on what it means to be human and how we fit into this world...

Join us as we talk specifically about reading with elementary-age kids.  Whether you're a parent, aunt, uncle, grandparent or neighbor, this episode will help you not only with titles, but ways to interact with books and the children in your life. Come along! Books mentioned in this episode: Puppy Place Series by Ellen Miles The Witches by R Dahl The Father Brown Reader: Stories from Chestert...

Today we launch the discussion on our latest Book Fare Book Club pick - Out of the Silent Planet by CS Lewis. In this episode we discuss the basics about this book - what's it really about? Does it make sense? Did we like it? And Amanda takes us on a journey to understand a little bit about the mind and philosophy behind it. We can't wait for you to join the discussion here and on Facebook and Ins...

Just in time to get your library hold in before #Halloween - it's SCARY stories! Across time, genres, and age groups, what makes a good scary story? Why are we drawn to them? Is there real intrinsic value, or is it just for fun? Can't wait to hear your feedback on this one!! Books Mentioned in this episode: Fear Street Books Goosebumps Books Are You Afraid of the Dark Books Dracula by B St...

Today is all about YOU! We jump into the conversations that have been going online and give lots of shout-outs to listeners. THEN you get a sneak-peak into what we're reading right now. Books mentioned in this episode: Teaching From Rest by Sarah Mackenzie (hidden bird story) Keeper of the Lost Cities Series by Shannon Messenger Mistborn by Brandon Sanderson Dead Wake by Erik Larsen The Water Keep...

Join us on a journey into Austen! Wether you've read her or not, like her or not, here is our take, history, and defense of the Great English Novelist - and we can't wait to hear what you think!!  Jane Austen’s Works: Northanger Abbey, Mansfield Park, Pride and Prejudice, Emma, Sense and Sensibility, Persuasion Resources and books mentioned: Dr Octavia Cox’s YouTube Chanel Podcast : Jane and...

Today we go on an audiobook deep dive! What makes a good audiobook? Where's the best place to get them? How can you keep from spending a fortune? AND who are the best narrators out there? Come along and find out! Resources: Library Apps: -Libby (old Overdrive) -Hoopla (you get 12 check-outs per month) -Cloud Library Audiobooks.com (has a relationship with libravox) Libravox app (free public domain...

Join us as Book Fare takes its first look into the fantasy genre! Did we get a love of fantasy from childhood? Is Harry Potter overblown? What makes fantasy special? Impactful? And what fantasy book should YOU pick up next?? Books mentioned in this episode: Lord of the Rings by JRR Tolkien The Chronicles of Narnia by CS Lewis The Wrinkle in Time Quintet by Madeline L’Engle Sweet Valley Twins and S...

Today, join us in welcoming Dr Sherridon Sweeney who has a PhD in literacy. Sherridon talks with us about one of her greatest passions - reading to understand ideas that are out there in the world and expanding her mind and her understanding. This can also mean READING THINGS YOU DISAGREE WITH, which is a challenging topic for us all. Join us for this thought-provoking #nonfiction episode. Books m...

We're dreaming of bouquets of freshly sharpened pencils - what do you dream of this time of year? Join us as we chat back to school season - the books we're reading, the goals we're setting, and what we're excited about #backtoschool Books Mentioned in this Episode: The Mystery of Edwin Drood by C Dickens The Wrinkle in Time Quintet by M L’engle The Vikings by E Janeway My Bookhouse Series The Pil...

We're back! Join us as we tell all the wild and wooly tales of our summers PLUS Summer Reading and some hints at what's coming in Season 2! #summerreading #summerhappenings #fallishere  Books Mentioned in this episode: Brideshead Revisited by E Waugh Washington: A Life by R Chernow Anna Karenina by L Tolstoy A Month in the Country by JL Carr The Yearling by MK Rawlings The Illiad and The Odys...

Join us on an adventure to explore RG Triplett's epic fantasy world from his Epic of Haven Trilogy. RG (aka Bobby) dishes on all things writing, reading, and fantasy, and how he wrote this amazing series while still keeping his other professional and personal life afloat. Books Mentioned in this Episode: G Triplett’s Epic of Haven Trilogy: The Great Darkening, The Ravenous Siege, The Coming Dawn T...

Welcome to our zaniest episode yet, in which Tricia springs an idea on the girls for an impromptu conversation on a new brainstorm. How does it go? We're still not sure - you tell us! Books mentioned in this episode: Harry Potter Series by JK Rowling Gabriel Allon Series by D Silva The Mitford Series by J Karon Withering Heights by E Bronte Hannah Coulter by W Berry Terry Pratchet (ex Good Omens)...

Summer may be the most popular time for reading. How do you read in the summer? Wether you like to buckle down into a challenging classic or hit the latest new release, join us as we talk about enjoying this season of reading and give lots of sunny recommendations. Books Mentioned in this Episode: Strange New World: How Thinkers and Activists Redefined Identity and Sparked the Sexual Revolution by...

Come along and hear of the literary journeys your fellow listeners have been on. We'll also share what we've been reading lately and some fun summer plans! You'll find touching poignant stories as well as some fee good tales. Books Mentioned in this Episode: Dune by F Herbert The Vorkosigan Saga by LM Bujold The Ender Quintet and Shadow Series by OS Card Farenheit 451, R is for Rocket,...

Today, award-winning author Kelli Stuart joins us to discuss her latest book The Master Craftsman and her journey as a wife, mother, and author. Kelli is an expert in the Russian language and Russian and Ukrainian culture, and all of her books are rooted in that knowledge. Join us as we discuss her background, her writing process, her books, and some insights into current events as well as her bel...

Tune in to our discussion of Agnes Grey by Anne Brontë So many of our listeners have joined us in this read, and we can't wait for you to join the conversation on this telling, reality-show-like, autobiographical work - whether you loved the book or stopped reading it - we think this conversation will be fun discussion with value and deeper meaning for all!! Visit our new WEBSITE- ⁠⁠⁠www.bookf...

Have you ever wondered: How can my family enjoy books together? How can we watch less TV? Why are my attempts to read books to my kids not working? I'd like to read with my spouse, but how do we begin? Join us as we explore the magic of reading aloud - at any age! From audio books to road trips to evenings doing puzzles - get our best tips and recommendations for reading with the ones you love...