Ep 490: Our team's best books of summer (Part 1)

Ep 490: Our team's best books of summer (Part...

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Ep 531: Seeking light but not fluffy summer reads for a good escape

Today's guest is navigating a tough season, and as a result she is looking forward to a summer of books with heart that won't be too emotionally draining. Kayla Crum is searching for what she calls light but not fluffy reads, and she's not exactly sure where to find the types of ...  Show more

Ep 530: Nothing holds my attention like a romance

Anne dives into the world of beach reads with Kristina Forest, contemporary romance writer and author of the 2026 MMD Summer Reading Guide title, The Summer Girlfriend. In the Guide, Anne described it as a sweet summer romance bursting with bookishness and baked goods. The beach ...  Show more

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