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  • Ep. 203 Headshot by Rita Bullwinkel
    Jun 25 2024

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    Ever wondered what goes on in the minds of young athletes? Whether you're a sports fan or not, this episode offers an intriguing mix of competitive spirit, emotional depth, and the surreal. In Headshot by Rita Bullwinkle, we follow eight young female boxers competing over a hot July weekend at Bob's Boxing Palace in Reno, Nevada, detailing their physical matches and personal backstories. Rita and I talk about the unique backgrounds, personalities, and inner struggles of these fighters, while drawing comparisons to broader sporting experiences like water polo, soccer, NFL, the Kelce brothers and their family, Caitlin Clark and Angel Reese.
    BOOK:
    Get a copy of Headshot by Rita Bullwinkel on Amazon or Bookshop.
    SHOW NOTES & BOOKLIST:
    Find the episode show notes and a list of all the books mentioned here.
    MORE RESOURCES:
    Visit bibliolifestyle.com for more information and resources to help you in your reading journey.
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    Join the BiblioLifestyle Community & the Bring Your Own Book (BYOB) Club for a fun, online book club experience! Come and share books you've read, get inspiration for what to read next, make friends, and encourage each other along the way. Learn more and join the community: bibliolifestyle.com/community.

    THE BIBLIOLIFESTYLE 2024 SUMMER READING GUIDE
    Get ready for an epic summer reading season! Download your free copy of The 2024 Summer Reading Guide when you visit thesummerreadingguide.com. This year's guide has forty-five new books organized across eight categories, plus recipes, activities, lifestyle tips, and more. So download your free copy and discover your next favorite book!

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    38 m
  • Ep. 202 How to Age Disgracefully by Clare Pooley
    Jun 21 2024

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    Have you ever considered that aging could be the most exciting part of your life? In Clare Pooley’s How to Age Disgracefully, we meet Daphne, a 70-year-old woman who steps out of 15 years of isolation and joins a senior citizens club, uncovering friendship, love, and a mission to save their community center. So, in this novel, you can expect themes of aging, community, and an exploration of the complexities of life.
    BOOK:
    Get a copy of How to Age Disgracefully by Clare Pooley on Amazon or Bookshop.
    SHOW NOTES & BOOKLIST:
    Find the episode show notes and a list of all the books mentioned here.
    MORE RESOURCES:
    Visit bibliolifestyle.com for more information and resources to help you in your reading journey.
    JOIN THE COMMUNITY:
    Join the BiblioLifestyle Community & the Bring Your Own Book (BYOB) Club for a fun, online book club experience! Come and share books you've read, get inspiration for what to read next, make friends, and encourage each other along the way. Learn more and join the community: bibliolifestyle.com/community.

    THE BIBLIOLIFESTYLE 2024 SUMMER READING GUIDE
    Get ready for an epic summer reading season! Download your free copy of The 2024 Summer Reading Guide when you visit thesummerreadingguide.com. This year's guide has forty-five new books organized across eight categories, plus recipes, activities, lifestyle tips, and more. So download your free copy and discover your next favorite book!

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    39 m
  • Ep. 201 The New Couple in 5B by Lisa Unger
    Jun 13 2024

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    Ever wondered what dark secrets could lie behind the inheritance of a luxurious apartment? In The New Couple in 5B by Lisa Unger, we follow Rosie, a true crime writer, and her actor husband Chad as they experience the eerie and suspenseful events that unfold after inheriting a lavish Park Avenue apartment with a sinister past. In this episode, Lisa Unger shares character insights, the novel's gothic inspirations, and Unger's own real-life influences. Additionally, she shares her writing journey and thoughts on inspiring creativity, and we play a fun game about which famous literary homes she'd like to inherit; plus, we discuss our mutual love for classic thrillers like 'Rebecca' and 'Rosemary's Baby.'
    BOOK:
    Get a copy of The New Couple in 5B by Lisa Unger on Amazon or Bookshop.
    SHOW NOTES & BOOKLIST:
    Find the episode show notes and a list of all the books mentioned here.
    MORE RESOURCES:
    Visit bibliolifestyle.com for more information and resources to help you in your reading journey.
    JOIN THE COMMUNITY:
    Join the BiblioLifestyle Community & the Bring Your Own Book (BYOB) Club for a fun, online book club experience! Come and share books you've read, get inspiration for what to read next, make friends, and encourage each other along the way. Learn more and join the community: bibliolifestyle.com/community.



    THE BIBLIOLIFESTYLE 2024 SUMMER READING GUIDE
    Get ready for an epic summer reading season! Download your free copy of The 2024 Summer Reading Guide when you visit thesummerreadingguide.com. This year's guide has forty-five new books organized across eight categories, plus recipes, activities, lifestyle tips, and more. So download your free copy and discover your next favorite book!

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    33 m
  • Ep. 200 Summer Reads & Adventures: Top Books and Activities for 2024
    Jun 10 2024

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    Make the most of your summer through reading and engaging in enjoyable activities. In this episode, I discuss The BiblioLifestyle 2024 Summer Reading Guide and the 2024 Summer Reading Challenge. I also share eight standout books to add to your reading list, offer a list of summer activities, and discuss seasonal living. Plus, I read and respond to listener reviews and messages.
    SHOW NOTES & BOOKLIST:
    Find the episode show notes and a list of all the books mentioned here.
    LINKS:

    • The 2024 Summer Reading Guide: All The Best Books!
    • The 2024 Summer Reading Challenge for Adults
    • Unpacking the History of Beach Reads & 6 New Recommendations
    • Summer State of Mind: Discovering the Joy in Seasonal Living
    • Seasonal Living Ideas for Summer: How to Get Started
    • The Ultimate Summer Bucket List: 50 Activities to Try in 2024
    • The 8 Best New Books from The 2024 Summer Reading Guide

    MORE RESOURCES:
    Visit bibliolifestyle.com for more information and resources to help you in your reading journey.
    JOIN THE COMMUNITY:
    Join the BiblioLifestyle Community & the Bring Your Own Book (BYOB) Club for a fun, online book club experience! Come and share books you've read, get inspiration for what to read next, make friends, and encourage each other along the way. Learn more and join the community: bibliolifestyle.com/community.

    THE BIBLIOLIFESTYLE 2024 SUMMER READING GUIDE
    Get ready for an epic summer reading season! Download your free copy of The 2024 Summer Reading Guide when you visit thesummerreadingguide.com. This year's guide has forty-five new books organized across eight categories, plus recipes, activities, lifestyle tips, and more. So download your free copy and discover your next favorite book!

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    46 m
  • Ep. 199 Sweetness in the Skin by Ishi Robinson
    Jun 5 2024

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    Travel to Jamaica with Ishi and I, and get recommendations for food, drinks, and a list of things to do on your next visit, all while we talk about her debut novel. Sweetness in the Skin by Ishi Robinson is a coming-of-age story about a Jamaican teenager who uses her baking skills to overcome familial challenges and societal biases to pursue her dream.
    BOOK:
    Get a copy of Sweetness in the Skin by Ishi Robinson on Amazon or Bookshop.
    SHOW NOTES & BOOKLIST:
    Find the episode show notes and a list of all the books mentioned here.
    MORE RESOURCES:
    Visit bibliolifestyle.com for more information and resources to help you in your reading journey.
    JOIN THE COMMUNITY:
    Join the BiblioLifestyle Community & the Bring Your Own Book (BYOB) Club for a fun, online book club experience! Come and share books you've read, get inspiration for what to read next, make friends, and encourage each other along the way. Learn more and join the community: bibliolifestyle.com/community.


    THE BIBLIOLIFESTYLE 2024 SUMMER READING GUIDE
    Get ready for an epic summer reading season! Download your free copy of The 2024 Summer Reading Guide when you visit thesummerreadingguide.com. This year's guide has forty-five new books organized across eight categories, plus recipes, activities, lifestyle tips, and more. So download your free copy and discover your next favorite book!

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    50 m
  • Ep. 198 Becoming Madam Secretary by Stephanie Dray
    May 20 2024

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    This is a fictional biography of Frances Perkins, the first woman to serve in the U.S. Cabinet as the secretary of labor in FDR’s cabinet. In this novel, we learn about Frances’s professional achievements and personal life, including her struggles to raise a family.
    BOOK:
    Becoming Madam Secretary by Stephanie Dray on Amazon or Bookshop.
    SHOW NOTES & BOOKLIST:
    Find the episode show notes and a list of all the books mentioned here.
    MORE RESOURCES:
    Visit bibliolifestyle.com for more information and resources to help you in your reading journey.
    JOIN THE COMMUNITY:
    Join the BiblioLifestyle Community & the Bring Your Own Book (BYOB) Club for a fun, online book club experience! Come and share books you've read, get inspiration for what to read next, make friends, and encourage each other along the way. Learn more and join the community: bibliolifestyle.com/community.


    THE BIBLIOLIFESTYLE 2024 SUMMER READING GUIDE
    Get ready for an epic summer reading season! Download your free copy of The 2024 Summer Reading Guide when you visit thesummerreadingguide.com. This year's guide has forty-five new books organized across eight categories, plus recipes, activities, lifestyle tips, and more. So download your free copy and discover your next favorite book!

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    35 m
  • Ep. 197 Celebrating Historical Women in Literature with Cindy
    May 17 2024

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    Come with us on a historical journey through books highlighting women's remarkable contributions to society. Cindy Burnett from the Thoughts from a Page Podcast joins me on the couch to share five books about trailblazing women in history.
    SHOW NOTES & BOOKLIST:
    Find the episode show notes and a list of all the books mentioned here.
    MORE RESOURCES:
    Visit bibliolifestyle.com for more information and resources to help you in your reading journey.
    JOIN THE COMMUNITY:
    Join the BiblioLifestyle Community & the Bring Your Own Book (BYOB) Club for a fun, online book club experience! Come and share books you've read, get inspiration for what to read next, make friends, and encourage each other along the way. Learn more and join the community: bibliolifestyle.com/community.

    THE BIBLIOLIFESTYLE 2024 SUMMER READING GUIDE
    Get ready for an epic summer reading season! Download your free copy of The 2024 Summer Reading Guide when you visit thesummerreadingguide.com. This year's guide has forty-five new books organized across eight categories, plus recipes, activities, lifestyle tips, and more. So download your free copy and discover your next favorite book!

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    31 m
  • Ep. 196 I Love You So Much It’s Killing Us Both by Mariah Stovall
    May 13 2024

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    Can the music of our youth forever shape our lives? In Mariah Stovall's novel "I Love You So Much It's Killing Us Both," she explores the enduring impact of teen friendships and punk anthems on our identities. So in this episode, we talk about the complexities of adolescent relationships, the powerful role of music in forming connections and memories, as well as the portrayal of teenage girls in literature and society.
    BOOK:
    I Love You So Much It’s Killing Us Both by Mariah Stovall on Amazon or Bookshop.
    SHOW NOTES & BOOKLIST:
    Find the episode show notes and a list of all the books mentioned here.
    MORE RESOURCES:
    Visit bibliolifestyle.com for more information and resources to help you in your reading journey.
    JOIN THE COMMUNITY:
    Join the BiblioLifestyle Community & the Bring Your Own Book (BYOB) Club for a fun, online book club experience! Come and share books you've read, get inspiration for what to read next, make friends, and encourage each other along the way. Learn more and join the community: bibliolifestyle.com/community.


    THE BIBLIOLIFESTYLE 2024 SUMMER READING GUIDE
    Get ready for an epic summer reading season! Download your free copy of The 2024 Summer Reading Guide when you visit thesummerreadingguide.com. This year's guide has forty-five new books organized across eight categories, plus recipes, activities, lifestyle tips, and more. So download your free copy and discover your next favorite book!

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    32 m