Welcome to Litsy!

Yesterday, we released our newest Unabridged Book Club episode discussing Julie Murphy's Dumplin'. Take a listen and let us know what you think. Then, tune in next week to hear what we thought of the movie adaptation. And join us every Saturday in March to discuss both the book and its adaptation. We'd love to talk with you!

Ibi Zoboi is a new favorite--I want to read EVERYTHING she writes. This novel captures some of the best parts of Pride and Prejudice and plants them firmly in a new ground that rejuvenates the story. I absolutely love Zuri and Darius (even if he's not quite as off putting as Darcy!). Brilliant novel. Can't wait to talk about this and Pride on Unabridged podcast!

Check out Unabridged pod‘s newest episode: we take on Justina Ireland‘s Dread Nation, a fabulous, action-packed YA novel. Take the Civil War, add zombies, and see what happens. Love it!!! ❤️ 📚 🧟‍♀️

Justina Ireland's Dread Nation takes on Reconstruction, zombies, racism, and relationships with humor, snark, and voice. Jane, her protagonist, is perfection: she's flawed, funny, and strong, the perfect woman to take on the myriad challenges that befall her. Can't wait to discuss this on Unabridged!

I encourage you to check out our latest episode, which focuses on anthologies. These are perfect for the busy holiday season when you need to be able to pick up and put down what you're reading . . . you can listen to our recommendations on iTunes, Stitcher, or Podbean. Also, head over to @unabridgedpod (on Instagram) to hear some of the outtakes from our recording session!⠀

Our newest episode of @unabridgedpod dropped this evening—we‘d love to know what you think of this festive #unabridgedbookclub pick! And don‘t forget our in-person meeting tomorrow at The Local!

Now that I‘ve emerged from my Thanksgiving meal daze (times two!), I‘m encouraging you to check out this week‘s Unabridged episode, which focuses on graphic novels.

You can also join us on Facebook and Instagram (@unabridgedpod) to talk about November‘s book club book, Tara Westover‘s Educated. And we hope you join us in December for our next book club pick, Gretchen Anthony‘s Evergreen Tidings from the Baumgartners.

You‘re invited to our December Book Club discussion of Gretchen Anthony‘s Evergreen Tidings from the Baumgartners. Can‘t make it in person? We‘ll discuss the book on Instagram and Facebook throughout December, following our episode on December 5th!

One of my favorite @unabridgedpod episodes EVER dropped yesterday—we talk about these two great books by #annebogel of #whatshouldireadnext and #modernmrsdarcy fame. We had SO much fun exploring our personality quirks and thinking about the impact of reading and books on our lives (not that we don‘t do that a lot anyway!).

You know how some stores put out holiday decorations SO early? I feel a little bit like that...but I‘m super excited about today‘s #bookmail — and an upcoming #unabridgedbookclub pick!