It's another fun, slightly chaotic, and wonderfully bookish episode of Speaking LITerally! This time, we're welcoming author Nick Cennamo-Smith to the show for a conversation about his books, writing, worldbuilding and all things fantasy!

But that's just the beginning! We're diving into some big bookish topics, including book banning and the incredible sales surrounding Sarah J. Maas's latest release.

Of course, it wouldn't be Speaking LITerally without talking about what we've been reading! We're sharing our thoughts on Maggie's Grave by David Sodergren, The Stroke of Winter by Wendy Webb, and several other books that have made their way onto our reading lists.

From creepy reads and fantasy worlds to publishing news and bookish debates, this episode has a little bit of everything! Join us for plenty of laughs, lively conversations, and probably a few more additions to your TBR; Not to mention an extremely enjoyable Speed Round Game.

#HappyReading

About Speaking LITerally

Resident bookworms Liz & Holly explore their favorite world--BOOKS--in this all new podcast focused around new releases, old favorites, and everything in between.

What are you reading? Find our their favorites and upcoming reads along with stories from authors and more on Speaking LITerally!

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It's a wonderfully creepy, delightfully bookish episode.

We're welcoming back one of our OG guests, author Jessika Grewe Glover, for a spooky-season chat about her latest release, Bromeliad House which a Florida Gothic tale that's the perfect addition to your October TBR!

But the bookish chatter doesn't stop there! We're sharing our thoughts on The Love Hypothesis movie, discussing the latest Goodreads updates (and whether star ratings really matter), and making our predictions for this year's Booker Prize winner. Of course, we're also talking about what we've been reading lately, because what's a bookish podcast without adding a few more books to your TBR?

It's a little spooky, a little opinionated, and a whole lot of fun! Join us for another episode filled with books and laughs.

#HappyReading

About Speaking LITerally

Resident bookworms Liz & Holly explore their favorite world--BOOKS--in this all new podcast focused around new releases, old favorites, and everything in between.

What are you reading? Find our their favorites and upcoming reads along with stories from authors and more on Speaking LITerally!

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• @lizzieslittlebooknook
• @azdesert_bookworm

It’s another episode with the book club girls, and we’ve got a LOT to talk about!

We kick things off with some of the latest bookish news, including the latest updates on the upcoming Harry Potter reboot and the release of the special 20th-anniversary editions of the books as well as Singapore’s plan to pay people to read.

We also chat about the upcoming adaptation of The Love Hypothesis, share what we’ve been reading lately, and, of course, settle in for our book club discussion.

Things get interesting with our book club discussion of Sky Daddy by Kate Folk. What starts with a very unexpected premise sparked a much deeper conversation about mental health, loneliness, interpersonal connections, desire and the ways we seek meaning and connection in our lives.

It's another episode you won't want to miss!

#HappyReading

About Speaking LITerally

Resident bookworms Liz & Holly explore their favorite world--BOOKS--in this all new podcast focused around new releases, old favorites, and everything in between.

What are you reading? Find our their favorites and upcoming reads along with stories from authors and more on Speaking LITerally!

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This episode, we’re joined by author Miriam Wade to talk about her journey as a writer, the inspiration behind her stories and her upcoming release, The Ghosts of Bramblewood Bay, coming September 10!

We also dive into some big things happening in the book world including the continued rise of physical book sales, the newly revealed titles and cover designs for the next ACOTAR books and LitCircle, a new digital book platform currently in beta testing in Chicago.

And, of course, we talk books! From Dungeon Crawler Carl to foodie fiction and the endlessly fascinating world of Stephen King, there’s plenty to add to your TBR.

Another episode full of books, authors and plenty of bookish fun. Give it a listen!

#HappyReading

About Speaking LITerally

Resident bookworms Liz & Holly explore their favorite world--BOOKS--in this all new podcast focused around new releases, old favorites, and everything in between.

What are you reading? Find our their favorites and upcoming reads along with stories from authors and more on Speaking LITerally!

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We’re talking books, authors, reading obsessions and a whole lot of literary rabbit holes!

This week, we’re joined by author Craig Brown for a fun conversation about his literary journey and his upcoming book, Dignity, releasing September 1.

We also dive into: The Booker Prize Long List, why our brains convince us to buy more books than we could ever possibly read, the surprising influence of The Odyssey on poetry, Our thoughts on several recent reads, and plenty of bookish opinions and stories along the way!

Basically, it's a conversation about all the things we love about the bookish world.

So grab your TBR pile, your favorite reading drink, and come hang out with us!

#HappyReading

If your TBR wasn't already out of control... we're about to make it worse.

It's Book Club time, and the Book Club Girls are diving into Melissa Albert's The Children and breaking down the creepy vibes, the twists, and everything that had us questioning what was real.

Then we're talking all things Books in Cinema, including The Odyssey, the Hunger Games theater re-release (because yes, we're absolutely going back), and our reactions to the trailers for Other Mommy and The Love Hypothesis.

We're also reviewing The Bookshop Below by Georgia Summers, Two Can Play by Ali Hazelwood, and Poison in Pickensburg by Ron Peer.

Basically? If it's bookish, we're talking about it. New releases, adaptations, reviews, theories, and plenty of unhinged bookish chatter along the way. Grab your drink, press play, and come hang out with us!

#HappyReading

About Speaking LITerally

Resident bookworms Liz & Holly explore their favorite world--BOOKS--in this all new podcast focused around new releases, old favorites, and everything in between.

What are you reading? Find our their favorites and upcoming reads along with stories from authors and more on Speaking LITerally!

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• @speakliterallypodcast
• @lizzieslittlebooknook
• @azdesert_bookworm

CM Kuhtz joins the show to talk about their writing journey in the indie book world including their book imprint, which was just started. Their most recent book, Everything the Sun Touches, was also just released in March!

The show also covers topics such as:

• does reading make you more attractive
• book inspired traveling
• even more book to screen (of game) adaptations.

A few of the books discussed include Daggermouth by H.M Wolfe and Without a Hitch by Portia Macintosh.

We'll be back in July! #HappyReading

About Speaking LITerally

Resident bookworms Liz & Holly explore their favorite world--BOOKS--in this all new podcast focused around new releases, old favorites, and everything in between.

What are you reading? Find our their favorites and upcoming reads along with stories from authors and more on Speaking LITerally!

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• @speakliterallypodcast
• @lizzieslittlebooknook
• @azdesert_bookworm

Indie author Kelsey Painter joins the show to talk about her books, her current project and her writing journey. Check out her latest book, How Deep is the Ocean which just released in May.

This episode has a little bit of everything with no shortage of books to talk about. Some of the titles we take a look at include Dungeon Crawler Carl, The Correspondent, Remarkably Bright Creatures, Whalefall, and the Odyssey to name a few.

Plus, Holly shares an Indie focused 2026 Beach Reads list that includes titles from Jenn Bouchard, Ally Hollis, Becca Lopez, Jenny Kane, Tonya Kappes, Usher Evans and a few others. All cozy mysteries and fun foodie/beachy reads. It will definitely fill up your TBR.

Until next time.... #HappyReading!

About Speaking LITerally

Resident bookworms Liz & Holly explore their favorite world--BOOKS--in this all new podcast focused around new releases, old favorites, and everything in between.

What are you reading? Find our their favorites and upcoming reads along with stories from authors and more on Speaking LITerally!

Follow on Instagram

• @speakliterallypodcast
• @lizzieslittlebooknook
• @azdesert_bookworm