The Lit Society Book Club

We’re discussing character construction, emotional labor, masculinity in modern sports romance, and the evolution of intimacy across the series. Yes, we’re ranking the books. Yes, we’re ranking the men. But we’re also looking at how each relationship builds on the last — and what makes this series feel so culturally defining within the genre. Expect thoughtful analysis, strong opinions, and zero s...

In this episode, we guess books based on their one-star reviews. We read some of the most dramatic, harsh, and occasionally unhinged critiques, try to figure out which book they’re about, and talk through why these stories inspired such strong reactions in the first place. Join us in February as we read  Everything Is Tuberculosis  by John Green. Blending history, science, and personal storytellin...

In this episode, we discuss  The Book Club for Troublesome Women  by Marie Bostwick, exploring its portrayal of female friendship, personal awakening, and the quiet rebellions that shape women’s lives across generations. Join us in February as we read  Everything Is Tuberculosis  by John Green. Blending history, science, and personal storytelling, Green traces the long and complicated story of tub...

In this episode, we undertake a very serious literary exercise: ranking book boyfriends. From morally gray favorites to green-flag leading men, we examine what makes a compelling fictional partner, and why some endure while others fall from grace. Consider this a critical analysis of charm, competence, emotional intelligence, and narrative impact, complete with strong opinions and questionable obj...

Join us for the first of many monthly catch ups, where discuss all of the bookish happenings from the month! This month was a big one, as we discuss the THREE book to movie adaptations we watched: People We Meet on Vacation, The Housemaid, and Regretting You. We also chat about Rebecca Yarros' long awaited update on her contemporary romance book. Scarlett updates on her reading journal journey...

In this episode, we’re looking back on our year of reading and talking about the unexpected lessons our books taught us about  ourselves . From realizing we can’t binge fantasy back-to-back, to understanding what actually pulls us out of a reading slump, this conversation is all about evolving as readers. If your TBR never quite goes as planned and your reading habits are constantly changing, this...

This week we are diving into the art of the five-star read! We discuss our personal rating systems, and what makes a five-star read. We share an extensive list of our personal five-star reads from the last few years. Whether you are lit fiction girly or a fantasy queen, we have a five-star rec for your 2026 TBR. Join us in January as we read The Book Club for Troublesome Women by Marie Bostwick! A...

The Lit Society Book Club tackled Brimstone by Callie Hart in the month of December! Here our thoughts on this much anticipated sequel, and whether we plan to continue the series. We discuss our changing feelings towards Kingfisher, Saeris' queen energy, and of course, the star of the show, Carrion Swift! Join us in January as we read The Book Club for Troublesome Women by Marie Bostwick! A hi...

In today’s episode, we’re diving into the  most anticipated 2026 book releases . From highly anticipated authors to upcoming new titles, we’re sharing the books already making their way onto our 2026 TBR. If you love staying ahead of upcoming releases and planning your future reading list, this episode is for you. Our January book club pick is The Book Club for Troublesome Women by Marie Bostwick....

MERRY CHRISTMAS LIT SOCIETY! We are squeezing in one last Christmas special and putting our reading habits, book choices, and all our questionable bookish behavior on trial to decide if we belong on the naughty or nice list! Find out who made it on the nice list, our initial thoughts on Brimstone, and much more in this week's episode. Join us next week, where we will be discussing 2026's m...

Welcome to The Lit Society Book Club's 2025 Book Awards! This episode we are looking back at ALL the books we obsessed over this year. This isn’t just a list of favorites. It’s our celebration of the authors who inspired us, the books that stayed with us, and the community that made this podcast such a joy. We’ve put together our version of a bookish awards ceremony and we cannot wait to share...

it’s the 12 Days of Bookmas! We’re wrapping up the year with twelve festive bookish categories—covering everything from our favorite reads to guilty pleasures, surprising DNF’s, cozy comfort books, and the titles we can’t stop recommending. Grab a hot cocoa, settle into your coziest chair, and join us for a fun, chatty, book-filled celebration to close out the year. Our December book club pick is...

In this week’s episode, we’re rounding up all the latest buzz from the book world—publishing announcements, buzzy adaptations, author news, upcoming releases, industry trends, and everything in between. If you love staying in the loop on what’s happening in the literary universe, consider this your catch-up session. oin us in December as we read Brimstone by Callie Hart! Follow us on Instagram: ⁠⁠...

This month we’re diving into our November book club pick  One Day in December  by Josie Silver. We’re breaking down the romance, the heartache, the missed moments, and all the serendipity sprinkled throughout Laurie and Jack’s years-long almost-love story. Join us in December as we read Brimstone by Callie Hart! Follow us on Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ @thelitsociety.bookclub⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Join the Fable:...

In this Thanksgiving special, we’re building our ideal holiday table… book-character style. We draft our hosts, cooks, drama starters, cozy conversationalists, and more—one chaotic pick at a time. Come hang out with us, cast your votes, and see whose fictional Thanksgiving dinner you’d actually want to attend. Our December Book Club Pick is Brimstone by Callie Hart. Follow us on Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠...

In this episode, we share our Fall Reading Wrap-Up and reflect on the standout books of the season. We also preview our Winter TBRs, discussing the titles we’re prioritizing next and why they’re on our radar. If you’re looking for thoughtful recommendations and seasonal reading inspiration, this episode is for you. Our November Book Club Pick is One Day in December by Josie Silver. Follow us on In...

From finding your bookish people to choosing stories that spark conversation, we’re unpacking everything we love about book clubs. We’ll walk you through starting one, crafting great questions, and picking books that keep everyone talking long after the final page. Our November Book Club Pick is One Day in December by Josie Silver. Follow us on Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ @thelitsociety.bookclub⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ J...

In this week’s episode, we’re diving into one of our favorite literary themes — found family. From the loyalty of the Inner Circle in  A Court of Thorns and Roses  to the fierce bond of the Marked Ones in  Fourth Wing , we’re exploring why these fictional families capture our hearts. Plus, we build our own dream found families, one fictional character at a time. Our November Book Club Pick is One...

For our October book club, we explored  Practical Magic  by Alice Hoffman — a timeless story about love, loss, and the enduring bond between sisters. We unpack Hoffman’s lyrical writing, the themes of generational magic, and why this book continues to cast a spell on readers decades after its release. Our November Book Club Pick is One Day in December by Josie Silver. Follow us on Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠...

This week, we’re raiding the Halloween candy stash — book club style. Each book gets its perfect candy match: some are crowd-pleasers, some are weirdly specific, and a few might leave a sour aftertaste (looking at you, candy corn reads). It’s our Halloween special filled with cozy fall vibes, playful literary debates, and a sugar rush of book recs. Our October Book Club pick is Practical Magic by...

This week, we’re standing up for the mood readers! We’re diving into why reading based on your mood isn’t “chaotic” or “unproductive” — it’s actually one of the best ways to keep your love of reading alive. From book guilt to TBR freedom, we’re unpacking what it means to follow your reading whims and how to make peace with your ever-changing reading moods.

In this episode, we’re exploring the rich fan theory worlds behind Sarah J. Maas’s ACOTAR series and Rebecca Yarros’s Fourth Wing. We’ve scoured Reddit threads, BookTok corners, and deep-dive forums to bring you the most fascinating (and occasionally far-fetched) predictions. Are readers onto something—or just seeing dragons where there aren’t any? Our October Book Club pick is Practical Magic by...

It’s Banned Books Week, and we’re diving into the stories that have sparked conversation, controversy, and change. In this episode, we’re sharing some of our favorite banned and challenged books, exploring why they were targeted, and reflecting on why it’s so important to protect the freedom to read. Our October Book Club pick is Practical Magic by Alice Hoffman. Follow us on Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠ @theli...

Get ready to embrace the season of chills and cozy nights in as we share our favorite spooky season reads. From eerie atmospheres to hauntingly beautiful stories, these books are perfect companions for crisp autumn evenings. If you’re looking for novels that capture the spirit of fall—moody, mysterious, and impossible to put down—this episode will help you find your next read. Our October Book Clu...

In this special book club discussion, we’re diving into  Divine Rivals  and  Ruthless Vows  by Rebecca Ross. From magical typewriters and rival journalists to sweeping romance and the heartbreak of war, we unpack everything that makes the  Letters of Enchantment  duology unforgettable. We’ll talk about our favorite characters, the themes that stuck with us, and the moments that we will never forge...