Shelf Obsessed

Is it a summer book? Is it a Christmas book? No one knows, but Carleigh and Hannah are going to do what they do: theorize. Spoilers begin around 34:50

Carleigh and Hannah aren't allowed to say one of their favorite words (well, they say it twice... or four times if you're being picky), so instead, they talk about other forms of media. Mainly corny Christmas movies. Tune in for chaos.

Carleigh and Hannah talk about one of their favorite classic novels, The Picture of Dorian Gray , by Oscar Wilde. And by association, Ben Barnes. 

Carleigh and Hannah discuss how they annotate the books they read and why. Whether it's a quote that's powerful or just has good vibes, they give some examples and explanations.

In this week's book review, Carleigh and Hannah talk about Lessons in Chemistry , a novel by Bonnie Garmus. They talk a little bit about the plot and a lot about the characters. Spoiler-free until about 26:30.

Carleigh and Hannah answer cute fall-themed book questions from the Fall Book Tag, originally created by The Bionic Book Worm Blog. 

Carleigh and Hannah discuss two of Andy Weir's books: The Martian and Project Hail Mary , as well as the movie adaptation of The Martian .  Spoiler-free until around minute 33.

Last episode of Spooky Season! Carleigh and Hannah go back to the 20 questions game, this time with dark, spooky book picks. Can you guess before they do?

 It , by Stephen King, can be a polarizing book. It can also be INCREDIBLE SPOOKY! So buckle up for a long conversation with many tangents as Carleigh and Hannah delve into the ups and downs. Happy spooky season Spoilers begin 35:58

Is your favorite book on the list? Carleigh and Hannah discuss some of the books they see everywhere and some that they think should be everywhere. 

Hannah and Carleigh discuss the perfect spooky book for your October reading list. **There are some audio issues this episode, so maybe don't turn the volume up too high**  This atmospheric novel takes place in 1950s Mexico and centers around Noemí and the mysterious Doyle family. Her cousin married into the family and moved to their remote manor house outside of a small mining town. As Noemí...

Living in fairy tales or romance novels, only reading 3-star books, choosing between favorite characters... how do you think Carleigh and Hannah will answer?

Do you think Verity could be considered a Gothic novel? Carleigh and Hannah will give you some food for thought in this episode reviewing the book Verity , by Colleen Hoover.  Spoilers begin at 19:43

Who do Carleigh and Hannah want to see dead? In fiction, that is. They're asking and answering the hard questions this episode.

Can you guess what special book Carleigh and Hannah are reviewing for their 25th episode extravaganza?! Find out by pressing play. And make sure to keep an eye on the instagram @shelfobsessed.podcast to enter the giveaway

Carleigh and Hannah give their opinions on the best and worst book-to-screen adaptions. Who caught the vibe? What movie is perfect? Who failed miserably? Listen and find out.

The Light of the Fireflies by Paul Pen is a book about a boy who has only known life in "the basement." As he learns more about the world outside and about his own family, it tests everything he thinks he knows. This book is translated from its original language of Spanish. Carleigh and Hannah summarize the book, delve into the family dynamics at play, and question who the real villain i...

Carleigh and Hannah spill the scalding hot tea while answering the Anti-TBR Challenge questions created by YouTuber Nicole & Her Books. Is your favorite book on the list?

Carleigh and Hannah talk about a childhood favorite: The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe . They talk about the magic, the symbolism, and all the nostalgic feels.

 If you're intimidated by genres outside your comfort zone, this episode is for you! Carleigh and Hannah discuss their recommendations for great books that will help you dip your toes into other genres.

A non-fiction memoir that is stranger than fiction. Carleigh and Hannah discuss the much-awarded memoir Educated , by Tara Westover, which details the author's life growing up in a religious, survivalist family without formal education to completing a PhD at Cambridge. 

Carleigh and Hannah stump each other with the worst clues possible while playing literary 20 questions. Zero alcohol was involved, but there is A LOT of giggling.

Which Riley Sager novel will win in this epic smackdown between The Last Time I Lied , Home Before Dark , and The House Across the Lake ? Don't worry, Carleigh and Hannah give a definitive answer. ***Spoilers begin at 34:50***

Carleigh and Hannah discuss (in no particular order or any order at all) the tropes that they love and the tropes that make them go ehhhhh no thanks.

Carleigh and Hannah get tongue-tied talking about one of their all-time favorite books, The Invisible Life of Addie LaRue , by V.E. Schwab. It's a standalone novel that is gorgeously written, sorrowfully wistful, and beautifully relatable. They give a spoiler-free summary of the book, discuss some of the themes, and then get into spoilers around minute 28.  ***Spoilers begin around minute 28*...