Meg's Reading Room

Welcome in! I'm so glad you're here with me. On today's episode, I am joined by artist and children's book author, Jennifer Hallman to discuss HOW MAE GOT MOXIE. Mentioned in this episode: How Mae Got Moxie Berenstain Bears HOW MAE GOT MOXIE was recently awarded Best Children's Fiction published in Alabama in 2024 by Alabama Media Professionals ~~ NEW! Join  Meg's Reading R...

Welcome in! I'm so glad you're here with me. On today's episode, I am joined by writer, bookstore owner, and podcaster ( From the Front Porch Podcast ), Annie B. Jones to discuss her debut, Ordinary Time: Lessons Learned While Staying Put . Mentioned in this episode: Ordinary Time: Lessons Learned While Staying Put The Bookshelf, Thomasville GA From the Front Porch Podcast ~~ NEW! Join...

Welcome in! I'm so glad you're here with me. On today's episode, I am joined by bestselling middle grade author, Sydney Dunlap to discuss her newest book, RACING THE CLOUDS . Mentioned in this episode: Racing The Clouds It Happened on Saturday Good Different The Rule of Three Turtles of the Midnight Moon ~~ NEW! Join  Meg's Reading Room on Patreon ! Connect with me on Instagram  @m...

Welcome in! I'm so glad you're here with me. On today's episode, I am joined by USA Today bestselling author, Viola Shipman (Wade Rouse) to discuss his newest book, THE PAGE TURNER. Mentioned in this episode: The Page Turner Beach House Rules It's a Love Story Let's Call Her Barbie ~~ NEW! Join  Meg's Reading Room on Patreon ! Connect with me on Instagram  @megsreadingroom...

Welcome in! I'm so glad you're here with me. On today's episode, I am joined by my husband and personal librarian, Alex. Mentioned in this episode: IMLS Executive Order Targeting IMLS FAQ   IMLS Grant Database   Abundance Emma Pride and Prejudice Death Stranding ~~ NEW! Join  Meg's Reading Room on Patreon ! Connect with me on Instagram  @megsreadingroom ~~ Music credit:  Clavin Cla...

Welcome in! I'm so glad you're here with me. On today's episode, I am joined by bestselling author and award-winning content creator, Jessica N. Turner ( @jessicanturner ) Mentioned in this episode: I Thought It Would Be Better Than This Onsite Workshops Anne of Green Gables The Berry Pickers ~~ NEW! Join  Meg's Reading Room on Patreon ! Connect with me on Instagram  @megsreadingro...

Welcome in! I'm so glad you're here with me. On today's episode, I am joined by Alison ( @alisonrobinsonwrites) Mentioned in this episode: Shadowless The Golden Compass ~~ NEW! Join  Meg's Reading Room on Patreon ! Connect with me on Instagram  @megsreadingroom Connect with Alison on Instagram @alisonrobinsonwrites ~~ Music credit:  Clavin Clavier

Welcome in! I'm so glad you're here with me. On today's episode, I am joined by Jen ( @nestled_in_novels ) Mentioned in this episode: Secret Garden The Frozen River Mrs Quinn's Rise to Fame The Undercover Book List The Green Kingdom ~~ NEW! Join  Meg's Reading Room on Patreon ! Connect with me on Instagram  @megsreadingroom Connect with Jen on Instagram @nestled_in_novels ~~ Mu...

Welcome in! I'm so glad you're here with me. On today's episode, I am joined by Kaitlyn ( @kaitlynsbookshelves ) Mentioned in this episode: When the Day Comes Pride and Prejudice Emma Jane Austen's Bookshelf ~~ NEW! Join  Meg's Reading Room on Patreon ! Connect with me on Instagram  @megsreadingroom Connect with Kaitlyn on Instagram @kaitlynsbookshelves www.kaitlynsbookshelves....

Welcome in! I'm so glad you're here with me. On today's episode, I am joined by bestselling middle grade and picture book author, Allie Millington ( @allieinink ) Mentioned in this episode: Once For Yes Olivetti When You Find a Hope Kate DiCamillo A Series of Unfortunate Events The Book Thief ~~ NEW! Join Meg's Reading Room on Patreon ! Connect with me on Instagram  @megsreadingroo...

Welcome in! I'm so glad you're here with me. On today's episode, I am joined by Ashley Tumlin Wallace ( @ashleytumlinwallace ) Mentioned in this episode: Small Things Like These Around the Year Meet the Austins The Lord of the Rings A Wrinkle in Time Empire of the Summer Moon ~~ NEW! Join Meg's Reading Room on Patreon ! Connect with me on Instagram  @megsreadingroom Connect with As...

Welcome in! I'm so glad you're here with me. On today's episode, I am joined by Allie ( @imbookedtonight ) Mentioned in this episode: The Good Mother Myth Nevermoor: The Trials of Morrigan Crow ~~ NEW! Join Meg's Reading Room on Patreon ! Connect with me on Instagram  @megsreadingroom Connect with Allie on Instagram @imbookedtonight ~~ Music credit:  Clavin Clavier

Welcome in! I'm so glad you're here with me. On today's episode, I am joined by Shawn and Maile (Silva) Smucker. Shawn and Maile are readers, writers, parents of 6 kids, and the owners of Nooks in Lancaster, PA. You can read more about their story here . In our conversation, we discuss their journey to buying the bookstore, the books they are most drawn to, and how they are making 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...