Meg's Reading Room

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...

Welcome to my Reading Room! I'm so glad you're here with me. In today's episode, I am joined by Will ( @willthereader ). Will is a reader, writer, husband to @ annmariereads , and cat dad living in rural Tennessee. He has been serving in full-time ministry for 20 years. In our conversation, we discuss how living and serving in a small town affects Will’s reading, writing, and ministry....

Welcome to my Reading Room! I'm so glad you're here with me. In today's episode, I am joined by Beth Anne ( @bookworm_baggins ). Beth Anne is a mother of 5, book lover, bookstagrammer, and the new COO/ Marketing Director of Owl's Nest Publishers . In our conversation, we discuss Beth Anne's love for reading and publishing the hidden gems, how she's balancing her many roles,...

Welcome to my Reading Room! I'm so glad you're here with me. In today's episode, I am joined by Jen ( @jensreadinglife ). Jen is a mom, voracious reader, and lover of all things cozy. In our conversation, we discuss why Jen decided to create a Booktube channel, why she loves books with staying power, and why reading what you love really matters. Jen's delightful reading life influe...

Welcome to my Reading Room! I'm so glad you're here with me. In today's episode, I am joined by Robyn Field. Robyn is a mom to two little boys (and 1 on the way!) and middle grade author living in Georgia. Robyn's debut middle grade novel, PEONY WATERCOLOR'S WISH FOR SUN AND MOON was published by Owl's Nest Publishers in August 2024. In our conversation, we discuss Robyn&#3...

Welcome to my Reading Room! I'm so glad you're here with me. In today's episode, I am joined by Erin. Erin is the Online Sales Manager at The Bookshelf in Thomasville, GA. She is also a mother of 4 young children and an avid reader. In our conversation, we discuss our love of audiobooks and how being a bookseller and a busy mother affects Erin's personal reading life. Knowing Erin...

Welcome to my Reading Room! I'm so glad you're here with me. In today's episode, I am joined by Annie. Annie is a mother, teacher, runner, and lifelong reader. In our conversation, we discuss how to live and read within your own life season. If you're in the thick of parenting young children like I am, Annie's experience and encouragement will be especially comforting. Mentione...

Welcome to my Reading Room! I'm so glad you're here with me. In today's episode, I am joined by Beth from Small Home Comforts . Beth is a mother, homemaker, homebody, and owner of Small Home Comforts. In our conversation, Beth and I discuss her reading life, the importance of comfort and hospitality, and all about Beth's delightful new bookish offering -- Small Home Comforts Book B...

I couldn't let Mary Oliver's birthday go by without a special episode to honor her. I hope these few moments together can bring some extra peace to your week. Mentioned in this episode: Mary Oliver A Path With Heart, Jack Kornfield The Summer Day, Mary Oliver Connect with me on Instagram @ megsreadingroom ~~ Music credit:  Clavin Clavier

Welcome to my Reading Room! I'm so glad you're here with me. In today's episode, I am joined by my Librarian Husband as he asks me questions about my reading life. You'll hear why I started the podcast, how my reading journey began, how it's going now, and even a bookish hot-take! ;) Mentioned in this episode: The Baby-Sitters Club Sweet Valley High / Sweet Valley Twins The Boo...

On this bonus episode of Meg's Reading Room, Mommy Meg and a very special guest read THE VERY QUIET CRICKET by Eric Carle. ~~ Music credit: Lesfm

Welcome to my Reading Room! I'm so glad you're here with me. In today's episode, I'll be sharing how I'm making room for the season ahead and finding delight - on and off the page. Mentioned in this episode: Libby App Shauna Niequist / On Delight and Why It Matters The Bookshelf / Shelf Subscriptions Maria, Michelle Moran Julie Andrews & Maria Von Trapp Yodel Julie Andrews...