The Books We Loved Podcast
1) Five Questions with an author: Tina Battle
Today Olivia and Manda chat with local author, Tina Battle, about her newest children's book, Adventures in Troy with Betty and Buddy Beaver. The book celebrates all things Troy, following protagonist...Show More
2) Hamnet -- to be or not to be
Olivia and Manda are joined by Community Engagement's, Hannah and Kit, today for a discussion of Maggie O'Farrell's 2020 novel (now a major motion picture), Hamnet. Buckle up, buttercups, because you'...Show More
3) BONUS: Wuthering Heights and other unpopular opinions
Today the gals share their thoughts on the new film adaptation of Emily Bronte's, Wuthering Heights, as well as dig into some of their literary dislikes. It's the confessional episode, and they hope t...Show More
4) Author Spotlight: Grace Lin
Join the gals today as they do an author spotlight on kids author and illustrator, Grace Lin. Books mentioned in the show today include: Story Telling Math series including, The Last Marshmallow (boa...Show More
5) What We're Reading - January 26
Today the gal pals share their recent and current reads (and a couple of streaming shows). Below are all titles discussed: Books discussed: The God of the Woods, Moore Bog Queen, North (Manda mentio...Show More
6) Heated Rivalries Readlikes!
Today the ladies discussed readalikes for the show (and book!) everyone is talking about: Heated Rivalries. Titles discussed include: Aristotle and Dante Discover the Secrets of the Universe by Benja...Show More
7) BONUS: K-Pop Demon Hunters inspired reads
Due to the recent success of the film, K-Pop Demon Hunters, the gals thought it was high time to offer our listeners some K-Pop inspired reading recs! Buckle up, buttercups, and be prepared to impress...Show More
8) So long, 2025--these were our favs!
The girls round out the year by sharing their personal favorite reads of 2025. See below for the booklist. Olivia's recs: Atmosphere, Taylor Jenkins Reid Heart the Lover, Lily King The Loneliness o...Show More
9) BONUS: Rob Reiner remembered
Today Olivia and Manda reflect on the cinematic gifts left to the world by the genius, Rob Reiner. Along with each movie mentioned, the girls offer book recs for your reading delight (list below). Hap...Show More
10) The Great(?) Gatsby
Today the gals are joined by fellow TPL staffer, Hannah, for a discussion of every high school's favorite assigned book, The Great Gatsby. O