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Books Around the Block

Adrienne, Audrey, Lindsay

41 episodes

1 day ago

We’re wrapping up our reading year with our Top 5 Books of 2025, plus the one book that truly let us down. We break down our favorites, confess our worst read of the year, and dig into our reading stats including genres, ratings, and a few surprises along the way. Expect strong opinions, light roasting, and plenty of side tangents as we crown the best and worst of our year in books. The Christmas Bookshop by Jenny Colgan Play Along by Jenny TomForde But Not Too Bold by Hache Pueyo Lindsays To...

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We’re wrapping up our reading year with our Top 5 Books of 2025, plus the one book that truly let us down. We break down our favorites, confess our worst read of the year, and dig into our reading stats including genres, ratings, and a few surprises along the way. Expect strong opinions, light roasting, and plenty of side tangents as we crown the best and worst of our year in books. The Christmas Bookshop by Jenny Colgan Play Along by Jenny TomForde But Not Too Bold by Hache Pueyo Lindsays To...

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Books Around the Block

Chapter 40: Our Top 5 Books of 2025 (Plus Our Worst Read and All the Book Stats)

We’re wrapping up our reading year with our Top 5 Books of 2025, plus the one book that truly let us down. We break down our favorites, confess our worst read of the year, and dig into our reading stats including genres, ratings, and a few surprises along the way. Expect strong opinions, light roasting, and plenty of side tangents as we crown the best and worst of our year in books. The Christmas Bookshop by Jenny Colgan Play Along by Jenny TomForde But Not Too Bold by Hache Pueyo Lindsays To...

1 day ago

59 minutes

Books Around the Block

Chapter 39: The Most Wonderful Crime of the Year by Ally Carter Book Club

It’s our Christmas book club episode, and we’re diving into The Most Wonderful Crime of the Year by Ally Carter. This holiday mystery blends a snowy setting, clever twists, sharp banter, and just enough romance to keep things cozy. We break down the plot, talk favorite moments, debate the mystery reveal, and share whether this one earns a spot on your annual Christmas reading list. If you love holiday mysteries, festive thrillers, or Christmas books with a crime twist, this episode is for you...

1 week ago

52 minutes

Books Around the Block

Chapter 38: Our New Year Reading Resolutions and Goals for 2026

It’s almost a new year, which means we are confidently setting New Year reading resolutions and bookish goals for 2026 with absolutely no guarantee we’ll follow all of them. In this episode of Books Around the Block, each of us shares two reading resolutions, from noble literary intentions to slightly unhinged bookish promises. We talk reading habits we want to fix, TBR delusions we’re embracing, and how we’re hoping to make reading more fun and less stressful this year. If you love setting r...

2 weeks ago

36 minutes

Books Around the Block

Chapter 37: Short Books to Help You Hit Your Year-End Reading Goals

We are sprinting to the finish line with a stack of short books under 300 pages that will help you crush those end-of-year reading goals. Adrienne, Audrey, and Lindsay share their favorite quick hits, the tiny book recs with big vibes in the best ways. We also dive into Brimstone by Callie Hart and break down the editing controversy that has taken over BookTok. Audrey’s reaction is priceless and completely justified. If you have been wondering what actually happened, we unpack it all. Grab a ...

3 weeks ago

53 minutes

Books Around the Block

Chapter 36: November Reading Wrap-Up + Our December TBR

We’re wrapping up our November reads and sharing what’s on our December TBR! From five-star favorites to the biggest letdowns, we’re chatting all things books, and revealing if Adrienne loved her official birthday book selection. Tune in for laughs, book recs, and a little friendly chaos on this month's reading wrap-up and TBR hopefuls. The Irish Goodbye by Heather Aimee O'Neill Heart the Lover by Lily King Good Spirits by B.K. Borrison Remain by Nicholas Sparks and M. Night Shyamalan Tourist...

4 weeks ago

56 minutes

Books Around the Block

Chapter 35: Heartless Hunter by Kristen Ciccarelli Book Club

Join the Books Around the Block hosts as they dive into Heartless Hunter by Kristen Ciccarelli, a fantasy romance filled with magic, danger, and serious enemies-to-lovers tension. We break down the world, the romance, the twists, and whether this popular romantasy lives up to the hype. It is the perfect episode for fans of witchy fantasy, slow burn chemistry, and fun book club conversation. Mayluna by Kelley McNeil Heart the Lover by Lily King Love, Pamela by Pamela Anderson Heartless Hunter ...

1 month ago

58 minutes

Books Around the Block

Chapter 34: The Books We Are Thankful For

Celebrate Thanksgiving with the Books Around the Block crew as Adrienne, Audrey, and Lindsay each share one book they are thankful for. These books shaped their perspectives and reminded them why reading matters in the first place. The hosts also reveal a few books they are not so thankful for, keeping the conversation honest, funny, and very on brand. Tune in for heartfelt picks and plenty of lighthearted rants. Heartless Hunter by Kristin Ciccarelli Good Spirits by B.K. Morrison Still Ali...

1 month ago

47 minutes

Books Around the Block

Chapter 33: Our Holiday Reading Guide 2025

Looking for the best Christmas and holiday books to read this season? In this episode of Books Around the Block, we’re sharing our favorite festive reads, winter and Christmas-adjacent picks, and three books that firmly hold a spot on our holiday TBR — and maybe should be on yours too. We Used To Live Here by Marcus Kliewer Intercepts by T.J. Payne You Watched In Silence by H. Lee Justine The Christmas Orphans Club by Becca Freeman The Wish by Nicholas Sparks One Day in December by Josie Silv...

1 month ago

46 minutes

Books Around the Block

Chapter 32: October Reading Wrap-Up + Our November TBR

We’re wrapping up our October reads and sharing what’s on our November TBR! From five-star favorites to the biggest letdowns, we’re chatting all things books, and revealing Adrienne’s official birthday book selection. Tune in for laughs, book recs, and a little friendly chaos on this month's reading wrap-up and TBR hopefuls. Smile For the Cameras by Miranda Smith Tourist Season by Brynne Weaver Heart the Lover by Lily King In My Dreams I Hold a Knife by Ashley Winstead Caught Up by Liz Tomfor...

1 month ago

1 hour 6 minutes

Books Around the Block

Chapter 31: His & Hers by Alice Feeney Book Club

In this episode, Adrienne, Audrey, and Lindsay dive into His & Hers by Alice Feeney—the addictive psychological thriller full of secrets, lies, and shocking twists. They break down WITH SPOILERS the unreliable narrators, the tangled relationships, and that unforgettable ending. Tune in for theories, laughter, and plenty of “wait, WHAT?” moments. Ideal for thriller lovers and book club binge-listeners. Night Watching by Tracy Sierra Tourist Season by Brynne Weaver A Witches Guide to Magica...

2 months ago

1 hour

Books Around the Block

Chapter 30: Our Most Anticipated Book Releases Still to Come in 2025

The year may be winding down, but publishing season is still going strong! In this episode of Books Around the Block, Adrienne, Lindsay, and Audrey each share three of their most anticipated book releases hitting shelves between October and the end of December 2025. We’re stacking our TBRs one last time before the year wraps up! Heart the Lover by Lily King His & Hers by Alice Feeney Mate by Ali Hazelwood In My Dreams I Hold a Knife by Ashley Winstead Queen Esther by John Irving Good Spir...

2 months ago

38 minutes

Books Around the Block

Chapter 29: How to Read Books Before They're Released (ARC 101)

Want to read books before they’re released and make your bookish friends jealous? In this episode, we’re sharing all our secrets about Advanced Reader Copies (ARCs) and how to get them, including our best NetGalley tips and tricks. From boosting your approval chances to what to do once you score an ARC, this episode is your guide to reading books before everyone else! The Academy by Elin Hilderbrand and Shelby Cunningham None of This is True by Lisa Jewell Carrie by Stephen King On Writing by...

2 months ago

33 minutes

Books Around the Block

Chapter 28: September Reading Wrap-Up + Our October TBR

In this episode, we’re recapping everything we read in September and sharing what’s on our October TBR—from cozy fall romances to page-turning thrillers. We’re also announcing our next Book Club pick so you can read along with us, and revealing the book Lindsay and Adrienne chose for Audrey to read in her birthday month. If you’re looking for book recommendations or just want to hear what’s coming up next in our reading plans, this episode has you covered! I Just Wish I Had a Bigger Kitchen b...

2 months ago

1 hour 5 minutes

Books Around the Block

Chapter 27: The Favorites by Layne Fargo Book Club

In this episode of Books Around the Block, Adrienne, Audrey, and Lindsay break down The Favorites by Layne Fargo—a sharp, tension-filled romantic tragedy all about obsession, ambition, and just how far people will go to leave a lasting legacy. We dish on the secrets, the scandals, the revenge plots, and the twisted romance that turns dangerous and destructive. Plus, we’ll share our dream fan cast for you to judge! Spectacular Things by Beck Dorey Stein Hot for Slayer by Ali Hazelwood Ghost Bu...

3 months ago

1 hour 5 minutes

Books Around the Block

Chapter 26: Our Fall 2025 Reading Guide

Fall is here, and we’re leaning all the way in. In this episode, we build the ultimate autumn reading guide with nine fall-themed categories—from cozy reads for crisp mornings to spooky thrillers for stormy nights. Each of us picks one book to match each category, giving you nine hand-picked recommendations to carry you through the season. Grab your blanket, pour something warm, and get ready to stack your TBR with the best fall reads. The Carpool Detectives by Chuck Hogan The Favorites by La...

3 months ago

52 minutes

Books Around the Block

Chapter 25: From Page to Screen Upcoming Book Adaptations 2025

Book lovers, get your watchlists ready. In this episode of Books Around the Block, we break down the most exciting upcoming book-to-screen adaptations in 2025 (and some in 2026 too). We’re talking about the movies and TV shows based on books that we can’t wait to see, plus a few we’re not so sure about. Whether you’re into big-budget blockbusters or quiet character dramas, this episode will help you decide what to read before it hits the screen. Dark Maestro by Brenden Slocumb Wild Card by El...

3 months ago

52 minutes

Books Around the Block

Chapter 24: Our Most Anticipated September 2025 New Book Releases

September 2025 is packed with incredible new book releases! In this episode, we share our most anticipated September 2025 books hitting shelves this month. From twisty thrillers to romance and contemporary fiction, we’ll help you find the perfect additions for your growing TBR. Don't forget to join the literary conversation on Instagram and TikTok @booksaroundtheblockpod. ADHD is awesome by Penn and Kim Holderness Margo's Got Money Troubles by Rufi Thorpe Caller Unknown by Gillian McAll...

3 months ago

35 minutes

Books Around the Block

Chapter 23: August Reading Wrap-Up + Our September TBR

Join Adrienne, Audrey, and Lindsay for our August Reading Wrap-Up! We’re chatting about the books we loved (and didn’t), a few surprises along the way, and our TBR card picks. Plus, we’re revealing what’s on our September TBR. From new releases to backlist gems, this episode is packed with book reviews and recommendations to inspire your reading lists. Nantucket Nights by Elin Hildebrand Rose In Chains by Julie Soto Beautiful Ugly by Alice Feeney The God of the Woods by Liz Moore Greenlights ...

4 months ago

59 minutes

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Chapter 22: The God of the Woods by Liz Moore Book Club

This week on Books Around the Block, we’re talking about The God of the Woods by Liz Moore, an atmospheric literary mystery set in the Adirondacks in 1975. When a young girl goes missing from a summer camp, secrets, family drama, and suspense unravel in the wilderness. We dive into the novel’s chilling atmosphere, its haunting mystery, and—because we can’t resist—who we’d cast in a screen adaptation. If you love literary thrillers, missing person mysteries, or dark summer camp settings, this ...

4 months ago

1 hour 1 minute

Books Around the Block

Chapter 21: The Back to School Booklist You Actually Want

Back to school season is here, but we’re leaving the textbooks behind. In this episode, we’re diving into the most atmospheric school-setting books. Think dark academia, boarding school, and college—from twisty thrillers and chilling horrors to swoony romances. Whether it’s haunted hallways, secret societies, or forbidden love behind ivy-covered walls, these stories prove school is anything but boring. The God of The Woods by Liz Moore A Good Girls Guide to Murder by Holly Jackson I Am Charlo...

4 months ago

48 minutes