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Welcome to Day 8 of Bookmas! Today we will be checking out the 144 most read books of the 2024 Goodreads Reading Challenge. Let's see how many of these books I've read. Welcome to Such A Fun Read! A podcast where we come together to read books and chat about them, like a book club! We will be diving in each week to chat about the books we love, the books people just can’t stop talking about, and how we deal with being book-obsessed. Hosted by your resident reader, Cherie. Listen Now: Apple Po...

Hello! I've added some new books to my shelves. Welcome to Such A Fun Read! A podcast where we come together to read books and chat about them, like a book club! We will be diving in each week to chat about the books we love, the books people just can’t stop talking about, and how we deal with being book-obsessed. Hosted by your resident reader, Cherie. Listen Now: Apple Podcasts Spotify Amazon Music Visit our new website! —> https://suchafunread.com Rate, Review, & Follow on Apple Podcasts...

Welcome back to Day 6 of Bookmas! Today, I'll list the 10 books I must read in 2025. Books Mentioned: Emma by Jane Austen (Amazon | Bookshop.org) Wolf Hall by Hilary Mantel (Amazon | Bookshop.org) Babel by R.F. Kuang (Amazon | Bookshop.org) Black Bird Oracle by Deborah Harkness (Amazon | Bookshop.org) Empire of Silence by Christopher Ruocchio (Amazon | Bookshop.org) Sword of Kaigen by M.L. Wang (Amazon) The Time Traveler’s Wife by Audrey Neffenegger (Amazon | Bookshop.org) The Love Songs of W...

We're back for more Bookmas! Today we will be doing the I'll Get Around To That Later Book Tag. I found this tag through Coynie Reads. Welcome to Such A Fun Read! A podcast where we come together to read books and chat about them, like a book club! We will be diving in each week to chat about the books we love, the books people just can’t stop talking about, and how we deal with being book-obsessed. Hosted by your resident reader, Cherie. Rate, Review, & Follow on Apple Podcasts I love listen...

We are onto Bookmas Day 4! We look back on the reading goals I made for 2024. It was rather eye opening. Welcome to Such A Fun Read! A podcast where we come together to read books and chat about them, like a book club! We will be diving in each week to chat about the books we love, the books people just can’t stop talking about, and how we deal with being book-obsessed. Hosted by your resident reader, Cherie. Rate, Review, & Follow on Apple Podcasts I love listening to Such A Fun Read! <— If ...

Welcome to Day 3 of Bookmas! Today will be my wrap up of the books I've read during October and November. What books have you read in the last couple months? Welcome to Such A Fun Read! A podcast where we come together to read books and chat about them, like a book club! We will be diving in each week to chat about the books we love, the books people just can’t stop talking about, and how we deal with being book-obsessed. Hosted by your resident reader, Cherie. Rate, Review, & Follow on Apple...

We are back for day 2 of Bookmas! Today we are going to discuss the series I need to finish so that I can start being a reformed series starter. Book Series Mentioned: Percy Jackson series by Rick Riordan The Poppy War trilogy by R.F. Kuang The Empirium trilogy by Claire Legrand ACOTAR series by Sarah J. Maas Throne of Glass series by Sarah J. Maas Crescent City by Sarah J. Maas The Magicians trilogy by Lev Grossman The Folk of the Air Trilogy by Holly Black Ash Princess trilogy by Laur...

We are going to be attempting Bookmas! This episode, we are doing the End of Year Book Tag. This tag was created by Ariel Bissett. Let me know what book you need to read before this year ends. Tag Questions: 1. Are there any books that you started this year that you need to finish? 2. Do you have an autumnal book to transition you into the end of the year? 3. Is there a new release you are still waiting for? 4. What three books do you want to read before the end of the year? 5. Is there a b...

Welcome back to Such a Fun Read! In this episode, we dive into the exciting world of new book releases for March and April. From fantasy to romance to thrillers, there's something for every book fan. Join me as we discuss 50 new releases, including intriguing titles like "The Stricken," "The Encanto's Daughter," and "Where Sleeping Girls Lie." Grab a drink, get cozy, and let's talk books! List of books plus some bonus titles you might be interested in: https://cherielampley.com/march-and-april...

Hey book lovers! 📚 In this week's episode of Such a Fun Read, we go on a nostalgic journey through The Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins. Join me as I delves into the world of Panem, discusses favorite scenes, characters, and even the Team Peeta vs. Team Gale debate. Whether you're a die-hard fan or new to the series, this episode is a must-listen for all book enthusiasts. Share your thoughts on the book and enjoy the discussion! Don't forget to rate us five stars on your favorite podcast platfor...

In this episode of Such A Fun Read, I dive deep into the world of book-to-screen adaptations, focusing specifically on Young Adult literature. From witnessing the meteoric rise of YA novels in the 2000s and 2010s to exploring the transformative impact of streaming services on adaptations. I unravel the highs, lows, and trends that define this dynamic landscape. Join me as we unravel the successes and failures of beloved YA book series as they embark on their journey from page to screen, and dis...

Welcome back to Such A Fun Read! In this episode, I'm taking on a delightful book tag where I answer 20 questions about my reading preferences. From my thoughts on cliffhangers to my favorite book-buying habits, let's dive into all things bookish!Key Takeaways: Discover why trilogies often win the battle for the ideal number of books in a series. Explore the thrilling yet sometimes frustrating world of cliffhangers and their impact on readers. Uncover the secrets behind hardback versus paperb...

At the beginning of every month, I have a decision to make. Do I or do I not create a monthly TBR? That is what we will be discussing in this episode of Such A Fun Read. In the comments below, let me know whether or not you would like to make monthly TBRs. Such A Fun Read is a podcast hosted by your resident reader, Cherie Lampley, and each week, we will be diving into the books we love and how we deal with being book-obsessed. Show Notes --> click here Get Such A Fun Read 🎙️ in your inbox: ht...

Hey there! Welcome back to another episode of the Such A Fun Read podcast! Today we dive into something perfect for Valentine's Day: Fifty Shades of Grey by E.L. James. You know, Fifty Shades started as Twilight fanfiction before becoming a blockbuster. It's fascinating to see how it all began and how it's evolved since then. So, let's chat about Ana and Christian. But it's not just about the book itself, you know? Let's talk about the legacy of Fifty Shades. It's left quite the mark on pop cult...

Welcome to Such A Fun Read! I am your host and resident reader, Cherie, and I’ll be bringing new episodes each week where we will come together to read a book and chat about it, like a book club! Throughout these episodes, we will be breaking down the books we love and the books people just can’t stop talking about. We’ve done this with books for one off episodes, but now we’ll be spending some more time with these books. And our first book selection is A Discover of Witches by Deborah Harknes...

Which we discuss how untrustworthy Ava is with these replica luxury goods. Welcome to this episode of Such A Fun Read! A podcast where we come together to read a book and chat about it. Like a book club! I am your resident reader, Cherie Lampley, and I’m very excited to be here with you today. This Week's read is Counterfeit by Kirstin Chen. Show Notes: https://cherielampley.com/counterfeit-kirstin-chen/ Get Such A Fun Read 🎙️ in your inbox: https://sucharunread.beehiiv.com Rate, Review, & Fo...

We get into this week's book and discuss Kya raising herself and how that could have been avoided. Oh and the trial. Welcome to this episode of Such A Fun Read! A podcast where we come together to read a book and chat about it. Like a book club! I am your resident reader, Cherie Lampley, and I’m very excited to be here with you today. This week's read is Where the Crawdads Sing by Delia Owens. CBS Sunday Morning segment: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r9KKzX6j9G8&t=28s NPR Article: https://www...

Where we have a small book haul, talk the House of the Dragon, the MCU, and anticipated books. We also do the Mid Year Book Freak Out tag. Welcome to this episode of Such A Fun Read! A podcast where we come together to read a book and chat about it. Like a book club! I am your resident reader, Cherie Lampley, and I’m very excited to be here with you today. Books mentioned: Where the Crawdads Sing by Delia Owens Velvet Was the Night by Silvia Moreno-Garcia Counterfeit by Kirstin Chen Red Ri...

We get into this week's book, The Blood Trials, and how Ikenna finds herself fighting, and flirting, with the people that may have killed her grandfather. Welcome to this episode of Such A Fun Read! A podcast where we come together to read a book and chat about it. Like a book club! I am your resident reader, Cherie Lampley, and I’m very excited to be here with you today. This week's read is The Blood Trials by N.E. Davenport. We’ll dive into the characters, the drama, the plot. We will get into...

We get into this week's book, A Good Girl's Guide to Murder, and how bold Pip can be when she's hanging out with people she thinks are killers. Welcome to the second episode of Such A Fun Read! A podcast where we come together to read a book and chat about it. Like a book club! I am your resident reader, Cherie Lampley, and I’m very excited to be here with you today. The book for this episode of Such A Fun Read is A Good Girl's Guide to Murder by Holly Jackson. A YA mystery novel published in ...

We get into this week's book, The Summer I Turned Pretty, and how I don't like the nickname Belly. Oh and not a fan of Conrad. Welcome to the very first episode of Such A Fun Read! A podcast where we come together to read a book and chat about it. Like a book club! I am your resident reader, Cherie Lampley, and I’m very excited to be here with you today. The first book for this very first episode of Such A Fun Read is The Summer I Turned Pretty by Jenny Han. This is Jenny Han's second publishe...