Off The Shelf with Morgann Book

This week on Off The Shelf, Morgann sits down with Joey Kidney to talk about turning 30, becoming a dad, and what it means to grow up in public. They get into Joey’s early days on YouTube, how creating content became an outlet during some of his hardest years, and why connection still matters more to him than numbers. Plus, Joey opens up about writing Just Remember, his evolving relationship with reading, and why people don’t want to be fixed - they just want to feel seen. Then, they answer listener questions on breakups, adult friendships, feeling behind in life, and figuring things out as you go. CHAPTERS:  0:00 - Introduction 1:20 - Turning 30 2:30 - The Start of Joey’s Content Career 13:25 - Joey Has Questions For Morgann 15:30 - Joey’s Journey with Reading 20:30 - Joey’s Writing a New Book 24:30 - Writing Vows 28:55 - What Is Joey a Fan Of Right Now? 33:00 - Just Remember 41:11 - Joey Gives Advice 56:25 - What’s Next? FOLLOW US: Morgann Book TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@morgannbook?lang=en  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/morgannbook/?hl=en  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/MorgannBook  Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/morgannbook  Joey Kidney: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/joeykidney/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@joeykidney YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/Joeykidney Find his books at Indigo: https://www.indigo.ca/en-ca/books/joey-kidney/ Find his books at Barnes & Noble: https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/just-remember-joey-kidney/1146888859 Off The Shelf Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/offtheshelf.podcast/  TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@offtheshelf.podcast?lang=en  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Off.TheShelfPodcast  Hosted by: Morgann Book Created by: Bookish Media, Morgann Book, and Thomas Johnston  Executive Producers: Morgann Book & Thomas Johnston  Produced by: Stefanie Macchiusi Associate Post Producer and Editor: Ricki Biramontes Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week on Off The Shelf, Morgann sits down with Leanne Toshiko Simpson to talk about her novel Never Been Better and the deeply personal journey behind it. From living with bipolar disorder to navigating creativity, teaching, and storytelling, Leanne shares what it really looks like to build a life and career while managing mental health. CHAPTERS:  0:00 - Introduction 2:15 - Teaching Creative Writing at U of T 6:00 - What Leanne Does Day to Day 10:25 - Being Diagnosed with Bipolar Disorder 11:55 - What Do Books Get Wrong About Mental Health? 17:22 - Favourite Mental Health Romances 21:25 - Never Been Better 32:10 - Writing The Ending of Never Been Better 34:55 - CBC Canada Reads 36:55 - What’s Next FOLLOW US: Morgann Book TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@morgannbook?lang=en  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/morgannbook/?hl=en  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/MorgannBook  Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/morgannbook  Leanne Toshiko Simpson: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/leannetoshiko/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@leannetoshikowrites Find her books at Indigo: https://www.indigo.ca/en-ca/books/leanne-toshiko-simpson/ Find her book at Barnes and Noble: https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/never-been-better-leanne-toshiko-simpson/1143604639 Pebbles and Company: https://www.pebblescompany.com/ Off The Shelf Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/offtheshelf.podcast/  TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@offtheshelf.podcast?lang=en  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Off.TheShelfPodcast  Hosted by: Morgann Book Created by: Bookish Media, Morgann Book, and Thomas Johnston  Executive Producers: Morgann Book & Thomas Johnston  Produced by: Stefanie Macchiusi Associate Post Producer and Editor: Ricki Biramontes Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week on Off The Shelf, Morgann sits down with content creator Simona Stallone to talk about all things BookTok, reading habits, and building a real-life book community. From overhyped books and underrated favourites to fanfiction, audiobook speeds, and “reading based on vibes,” they get honest about what they’re actually reaching for lately. Plus, Simona shares how Book Girls Toronto turned into a space where readers can show up, connect, and make friends through books. CHAPTERS:  0:00 - Introduction 1:10 - 1 Year Anniversary of Off The Shelf 2:10 - Overhyped and Underhyped Booktok Books 7:05 - What Simona is Reading Right Now 13:10 - The Book Girls Toronto 24:35 - Rachel Reid Showing Up at Heated Rivalry Trivia 28:35 - 24 Hour Read-A-Thon 32:25 - Out of Shape Olympics FOLLOW US: Morgann Book TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@morgannbook?lang=en  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/morgannbook/?hl=en  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/MorgannBook  Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/morgannbook  Simona Stallone: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theotherstallone/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@theotherstallonedaily YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@theotherstallone Off The Shelf Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/offtheshelf.podcast/  TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@offtheshelf.podcast?lang=en  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Off.TheShelfPodcast  Hosted by: Morgann Book Created by: Bookish Media, Morgann Book, and Thomas Johnston  Executive Producers: Morgann Book & Thomas Johnston  Produced by: Stefanie Macchiusi Associate Post Producer and Editor: Ricki Biramontes Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week on Off The Shelf, Morgann sits down with BookTok creator Cassie to talk about her journey from posting her first TikTok to building a dedicated reading community online. They also dive into Cassie’s reader personality: her love of romantasy, favourite tropes like second-chance romance, and auto-buy authors including Abby Jimenez and Mariana Zapata. Plus, the two play Buy It, Borrow It or Skip It featuring viral BookTok titles like Fourth Wing, The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo, Throne of Glass, and more. CHAPTERS:  0:00 - Introduction 1:20 - Starting Out On TikTok 4:00 - Rapid Fire Reader Questions 5:30 - Buy It, Borrow It, or Skip It 36:50 - Read It, Watch It or Miss It 50:00 - What Are You Reading and Watching Next? FOLLOW US: Morgann Book TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@morgannbook?lang=en  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/morgannbook/?hl=en  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/MorgannBook  Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/morgannbook  CassiesBookTok: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cassiesbookss/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@cassiesbooktok YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@cassiesbooks Off The Shelf Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/offtheshelf.podcast/  TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@offtheshelf.podcast?lang=en  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Off.TheShelfPodcast  Hosted by: Morgann Book Created by: Bookish Media, Morgann Book, and Thomas Johnston  Executive Producers: Morgann Book & Thomas Johnston  Produced by: Stefanie Macchiusi Associate Post Producer and Editor: Ricki Biramontes Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week on Off The Shelf, Morgann sits down with award-winning audiobook narrator Ray Porter, best known for narrating Andy Weir’s Project Hail Mary. With more than 500 audiobooks under his belt, Ray shares how he approaches storytelling, creates distinct character voices, and what it was like bringing Project Hail Mary to life. They also talk about the emotional impact of the book, the science behind the story, and the upcoming film adaptation starring Ryan Gosling. CHAPTERS:  0:00 - Introduction 1:00 - Acting to Narrating Audiobooks 2:10 - Process From First Audiobook to Now 3:55 - How He Got Project Hail Mary 4:55 - Creating The Characters 8:05 - Hardest Thing to Narrate in PHM 10:00 - Do You Take Away The Same Thing as Readers? 11:35 - What to Listen to After Project Hail Mary 12:13 - Ryan Gosling FOLLOW US: Morgann Book TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@morgannbook?lang=en  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/morgannbook/?hl=en  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/MorgannBook  Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/morgannbook  Ray Porter Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the.ray.porter/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@therealrayporter Off The Shelf Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/offtheshelf.podcast/  TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@offtheshelf.podcast?lang=en  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Off.TheShelfPodcast  Hosted by: Morgann Book Created by: Bookish Media, Morgann Book, and Thomas Johnston  Executive Producers: Morgann Book & Thomas Johnston  Produced by: Stefanie Macchiusi Associate Post Producer and Editor: Ricki Biramontes Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week on Off The Shelf, Morgann sits down with editor turned author Emily Ohanjanians to talk about her leap from shaping stories to writing her own. Emily shares what life as an editor taught her about storytelling, how her debut character Ana first came to her, and the moment she finally decided to chase the idea that became The Book Tour. They chat about drafting versus editing, writing bold women who take up space, and the support system that helped Emily bring her first novel into the world. She also drops her top book recs and gives us a glimpse of what she’s working on next. CHAPTERS:  0:00 - Introduction 1:45 - A Day In The Life of an Editor 5:35 - What Are You Reading Right Now? 6:15 - What’s A Common Mistake You See Authors Make?  7:10 - How Did You Decide To Write Your Own Novel? 9:15 - How Did Your Degree in Literature & Linguistics Shape Your Career? 11:20 - The Book Tour 12:50 - What Inspired The Characters? 19:10 - Explaining The Acknowledgements  26:45 - Book Recommendations 37:10 - 2026 Reading List 39:00 - What’s Next?   FOLLOW US: Morgann Book TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@morgannbook?lang=en  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/morgannbook/?hl=en  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/MorgannBook  Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/morgannbook  Emily Ohanjanians Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/emily.ohanjanians/ Find her books at Indigo: https://www.indigo.ca/en-ca/the-book-tour-a-novel/9781039013407.html Find her book at Barnes and Noble: https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/the-book-tour-emily-ohanjanians/1147531644 Off The Shelf Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/offtheshelf.podcast/  TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@offtheshelf.podcast?lang=en  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Off.TheShelfPodcast  Hosted by: Morgann Book Created by: Bookish Media, Morgann Book, and Thomas Johnston  Executive Producers: Morgann Book & Thomas Johnston  Produced by: Stefanie Macchiusi Associate Post Producer and Editor: Ricki Biramontes Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week on Off The Shelf, Morgann sits down with Ellie K Wilde and dives into the world of the Oakwood Bay series to explore the pop culture moments, tropes and real life sparks that shaped the beloved trilogy. We talk about how the series found its voice through character driven storytelling and slow burn tension. We also chat about reading recs, writing routines, reality TV and what Ellie is writing next. CHAPTERS:  0:00 - Introduction 1:00 - 2025 Reading List 2:20 - The Start of the Oakwood Bay Series 8:54 - If Only You Knew 16:10 - Ellie’s Writing Cave 19:15 - What The Character’s Taught Her 21:06 - 5 Out of Context Things That Inspired If Only We Knew 28:45 - The Slow Burn 30:00 - Blind Ranking Reality TV  35:55 - Biggest Lesson Learned as an Author 37:02 - What’s Next FOLLOW US: Morgann Book TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@morgannbook?lang=en  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/morgannbook/?hl=en  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/MorgannBook  Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/morgannbook  Ellie K. Wilde TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@elliekwildeauthor Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/elliekwildeauthor/ Find her books at Indigo: https://www.indigo.ca/en-ca/books/ellie-k-wilde/ Find her book at Barnes and Noble: https://www.barnesandnoble.com/s/%22Ellie%20K%20Wilde%22?Ntk=P_key_Contributor_List&Ns=P_Sales_Rank&Ntx=mode+matchall Off The Shelf Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/offtheshelf.podcast/  TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@offtheshelf.podcast?lang=en  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Off.TheShelfPodcast  Hosted by: Morgann Book Created by: Bookish Media, Morgann Book, and Thomas Johnston  Executive Producers: Morgann Book & Thomas Johnston  Produced by: Stefanie Macchiusi Associate Post Producer and Editor: Ricki Biramontes Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week on Off The Shelf, Morgann sits down with E. Lockhart to talk all things We Were Liars and the evolution of the Liars universe. She shares how the book found a whole new life on BookTok, what it was like expanding the story into Family of Liars and We Fell Apart, and how she crafted THE shocking twist. We also dive into writing bold characters, trusting your creative instincts, and what she’s working on next. CHAPTERS:  0:00 - Introduction 0:55 - Plot Twists that E. Lockhart loves 2:18 - We Were Liars Universe 5:35 - How E. Lockhart Crafted the Twist in We Were Liars 6:52 - *SPOILERS AHEAD WARNING* 9:50 - Next Steps in Writing the Book 11:34 - Why Are They Called the Liars 13:20 - Easter Eggs in the Book 15:28 - Family of Liars 20:55 - What’s Next for the We Were Liars Universe 21:55 - What Kind of Role Do You Play in the Adaptation? 24:15 - Season 2 of We Were Liars 24:35 - Genuine Fraud 25:50 - What’s Next FOLLOW US: Morgann Book TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@morgannbook?lang=en  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/morgannbook/?hl=en  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/MorgannBook  Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/morgannbook  E. Lockhart TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@elockhartbooks Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/elockhartbooks Find her books at Indigo: https://www.indigo.ca/en-ca/books/e-lockhart/ Find her book at Barnes and Noble: https://www.barnesandnoble.com/b/contributor/e-lockhart/_/N-2xr8 Off The Shelf Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/offtheshelf.podcast/  TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@offtheshelf.podcast?lang=en  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Off.TheShelfPodcast  Hosted by: Morgann Book Created by: Bookish Media, Morgann Book, and Thomas Johnston  Executive Producers: Morgann Book & Thomas Johnston  Produced by: Stefanie Macchiusi Associate Post Producer and Editor: Ricki Biramontes Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week on Off The Shelf, Morgann sits down with Jennifer Iacopelli, the author of Finding Her Edge, about how the book began, how her life as a school librarian shaped her writing, and the spark that led to its sports romance world. Jennifer shares the inspiration behind the story, the challenges she faced along the way, and how the book eventually became a Netflix adaptation. She also takes us behind the scenes of casting, set visits, and the moments she was most excited to see on screen. CHAPTERS:  0:00 - Introduction 1:40 - Jennifer’s Childhood 3:35 - Working as a Librarian  9:30 - How Jennifer Got Into Writing Her First Book 12:40 - Why Jennifer Wrote About Sports 18:35 - Setbacks and Rejections 20:20 - Finding Her Edge 27:55 - The Adaptation 47:10 - Game, Set, Match 49:35 - Difference Between YA, New Adult, YA Plus 54:15 - What’s Next FOLLOW US: Morgann Book TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@morgannbook?lang=en  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/morgannbook/?hl=en  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/MorgannBook  Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/morgannbook  Jennifer Iacopelli TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@jennifercarolyn  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jennifercarolyn  Find her books at Indigo: https://www.indigo.ca/en-ca/books/jennifer-iacopelli/  Find her book at Barnes and Noble: https://www.barnesandnoble.com/s/%22Jennifer%20Iacopelli%22?Ntk=P_key_Contributor_List&Ns=P_Sales_Rank&Ntx=mode+matchall  Off The Shelf Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/offtheshelf.podcast/  TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@offtheshelf.podcast?lang=en  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Off.TheShelfPodcast Hosted by: Morgann Book Created by: Bookish Media, Morgann Book, and Thomas Johnston  Executive Producers: Morgann Book & Thomas Johnston  Produced by: Stefanie Macchiusi Associate Post Producer and Editor: Ricki Biramontes Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week on Off The Shelf, Morgann sits down with fantasy author Imani Erriu to talk folklore, fairytales, and the creation of her celestial universe. Imani shares how growing up in the English countryside shaped her imagination, the moment Heavenly Bodies first formed, and how TikTok helped launch her story to a wider audience. We chat about her shift from indie to traditional publishing, the evolution of her writing process, the collaborative work behind her maps and covers, and what readers can expect from Holy Monsters and the expanding five-book saga. CHAPTERS:  0:00 - Introduction 2:07 - Early life & Growing Up 6:04 - How Imani Started Writing Heavenly Bodies 10:40 - How Imani Came Up With The Names of the Characters 12:32 - How Mythology Influenced Her Writing 14:50 - Creating The Map 16:05 - Indie Publishing to Traditional Publishing 18:23 - Imani’s TikTok Account 25:32 - Writing Career Timeline 20:20 - Olivia Rose Darling 32:25 - Book Covers 34:21 - Knowing It Was Going To Be A Series 38:18 - Imani’s Day to Day Life 42:20 - Holy Monsters 45:45 - What’s Next FOLLOW US: Morgann Book TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@morgannbook?lang=en  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/morgannbook/?hl=en  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/MorgannBook  Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/morgannbook  Imani Erriu TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@authorimanierriu Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/authorimanierriu Find her books at Indigo: https://www.indigo.ca/en-ca/books/imani-erriu/ Find her book at Barnes and Noble: https://www.barnesandnoble.com/s/%22Imani%20Erriu%22?Ntk=P_key_Contributor_List&Ns=P_Sales_Rank&Ntx=mode+matchall Off The Shelf Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/offtheshelf.podcast/  TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@offtheshelf.podcast?lang=en  Hosted by: Morgann Book Created by: Bookish Media, Morgann Book, and Thomas Johnston  Executive Producers: Morgann Book & Thomas Johnston  Produced by: Stefanie Macchiusi Associate Post Producer and Editor: Ricki Biramontes Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week on Off The Shelf, Morgann sits down with the cast of Bridgerton. We hear from Luke Thompson, Yerin Ha, Golda Rosheuvel, Adjoa Andoh, Ruth Gemmell, Daniel Francis, Hannah Dodd & Luke Newton.  From the books they would read again for the first time to what they’re most excited for in Bridgerton Season 4, the cast shares their favourite reads, behind-the-scenes insights, and what stories truly have their hearts. CHAPTERS:  0:00 - Introduction  2:12 - Yerin Ha & Luke Thompson  6:45 - Hannah Dodd & Luke Newton 10:47 - Golda Rosheuvel & Adjoa Andoh 16:06 - Ruth Gemmel & Daniel Francis FOLLOW US: Morgann Book TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@morgannbook?lang=en  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/morgannbook/?hl=en  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/MorgannBook  Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/morgannbook  Off The Shelf Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/offtheshelf.podcast/  TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@offtheshelf.podcast?lang=en  Hosted by: Morgann Book Created by: Bookish Media, Morgann Book, and Thomas Johnston  Executive Producers: Morgann Book & Thomas Johnston  Produced by: Stefanie Macchiusi Edited by: Ricki Biramontes Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week on a bonus episode of Off The Shelf, Morgann heads to New Orleans to sit down with the cast and crew of People We Meet on Vacation. She chats with author Emily Henry, director Brett Haley, and the on-screen Poppy and Alex, Emily Bader and Tom Blyth. They talk about which moments Emily Henry was most excited to keep from the book, what Emily and Tom are really like on vacation, and so much more. CHAPTERS:  0:00 - Introduction 1:58 - Emily Henry & Brett Haley interview 7:15 - Emily Bader & Tom Blyth interview FOLLOW US: Morgann Book TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@morgannbook?lang=en  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/morgannbook/?hl=en  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/MorgannBook  Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/morgannbook  Quizmaster Jess  TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@quizmasterjess?_r=1&_t=ZS-92J52Kf7xon  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/quizmasterjess?igsh=MWR0ZG5heXNleHc4Yg==  Off The Shelf Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/offtheshelf.podcast/  TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@offtheshelf.podcast?lang=en  Hosted by: Morgann Book Created by: Bookish Media, Morgann Book, and Thomas Johnston  Executive Producers: Morgann Book & Thomas Johnston  Produced by: Stefanie Macchiusi Edited by: Ricki Biramontes Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week on Off The Shelf, Morgann & QuizMaster Jess chat about the BEST books they read in 2025. From their spiciest read to the biggest plot twist, the two uncover every favourite. This episode is for anyone who’s still trying to hit their reading goal this year or wants to start building their 2026 TBR list!  And since this is the last episode for 2025, we wanted to give a massive thank you for an incredible year! From Lauren Roberts to Brynne Weaver, we chatted with some of the top authors in the romance genre and could not be more grateful!! Whether you’ve listened to every episode or this is your first one, thank you for your support. Looking forward to another incredible year!  CHAPTERS:  0:00 Introduction and how we met 1:56 2025 reading goals 4:40 Jess’ favourite trivia 6:25 Our other reading goals 9:12 Top trope of 2025 10:36 A book we wanna read again for the first time 16:40 A book couple we’d third wheel for 17:55 Most shocking plot twist 22:50 Best enemies-to-lovers book 28:50 Most surprising favourite this year 32:50 Most emotionally damaging book 37:28 Spiciest book  40:00 Honourable Mentions 43:30 Bookish Trivia 47:40 What we’re excited for in 2025 50:40 THANK YOU 3 FOLLOW US: Morgann Book TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@morgannbook?lang=en  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/morgannbook/?hl=en  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/MorgannBook  Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/morgannbook  Quizmaster Jess  TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@quizmasterjess?_r=1&_t=ZS-92J52Kf7xon  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/quizmasterjess?igsh=MWR0ZG5heXNleHc4Yg==  Off The Shelf Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/offtheshelf.podcast/  TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@offtheshelf.podcast?lang=en  Hosted by: Morgann Book Created by: Bookish Media, Morgann Book, and Thomas Johnston  Executive Producers: Morgann Book & Thomas Johnston  Produced by: Stefanie Macchiusi Edited by: Ricki Biramontes Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week on Off The Shelf, Morgann chats about the top book adaptations of the year. She dives into what the show did well, what should be changed and what needs to be cut (like Belly’s haircut in season three of the summer I turned pretty). With the massive list of upcoming adaptations, Morgann also talks about what she’s most excited to watch next and what she hopes they don’t mess up. This episode is for anyone who doesn’t know what to watch next and loves to yell, “That wasn’t in the book!” CHAPTERS:  0:00 Introduction  1:18 The Summer I Turned Pretty  11:31 We Were Liars 15:53 Maxton Hall 21:37 Rivals 26:00 Heated Rivalry 27:24 The Housemaid 29:43 People We Meet on Vacation 31:56 Bridgerton Season 4 35:13 Project Hail Mary FOLLOW US: Morgann Book TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@morgannbook?lang=en  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/morgannbook/?hl=en  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/MorgannBook  Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/morgannbook  Off The Shelf Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/offtheshelf.podcast/  TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@offtheshelf.podcast?lang=en  Hosted by: Morgann Book Created by: Bookish Media, Morgann Book, and Thomas Johnston  Executive Producers: Morgann Book & Thomas Johnston  Produced by: Stefanie Macchiusi Edited by: Ricki Biramontes Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week on Off The Shelf, Morgann sits down with Becka Mack, the author of the beloved hockey romance series, “Playing For Keeps”. The two dive into how this series started, how and why this was the creative outlet Becka turned to when faced with grief. Becka also opens up about her own infertility struggles and how that influenced her newest release, “Breath With Me.”  They also dive into: - Becka’s favourite snacks and hyper-fixations - How writing stories began at a very early age  - What readers can expect next from Becka!  CHAPTERS:  0:00 Introduction 0:45 Becka’s favourite snacks 1:17 Beginning of Becka’s writing career 5:02 Becka’s old short stories 8:47 Favourite rom-coms 9:54 Life before writing  14:05 Therapy and creative outlets 17:55 Writing the first book 20:04 Advice to your younger self 21:29 Grief & Writing  22:56 Hyper-fixations 26:10 Creating the Playing For Keeps series 36:10 Social media response to Consider Me 28:10 Wattpad to traditional publishing  44:43 Miscommunication in books 49:10 Breathe With Me (no spoilers) 53:30 Feeling ready for Breathe With Me 55:00 Balancing fiction with personal experience 56:17 Misconceptions with infertility  1:04:39 What’s next? FOLLOW US: Morgann Book TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@morgannbook?lang=en  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/morgannbook/?hl=en  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/MorgannBook  Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/morgannbook  Off The Shelf Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/offtheshelf.podcast/  TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@offtheshelf.podcast?lang=en  Hosted by: Morgann Book Created by: Bookish Media, Morgann Book, and Thomas Johnston  Executive Producers: Morgann Book & Thomas Johnston  Produced by: Stefanie Macchiusi Edited by: Ricki Biramontes Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week on Off The Shelf, Morgann sits down with Justin Wu, the director of Sidelined: The QB and Me and Sidelined 2: Intercepted. Justin opens up about his early draw to the arts, breaks down how he discovered Sidelined, the process of adapting a book and if we can expect a THIRD movie?  CHAPTERS:  0:00 Introduction 0:55 Justin’s draw to the arts 6:02 Being confident in yourself 10:30 Photography to directing 13:16 How Justin found Sidelined 16:01 Script or book first 18:30 What does it mean to direct  21:10 The first time Justin said Action 22:10 Working with Siena Agudong 23:08 Working with Noah Beck 26:18 Non-negotiables as a director 28:01 Difficulties in directing  31:48 The magic behind angles 34:45 When did the conversation start about Sidelined 2 37:35 What Sidelined 2 looks like 41:05 Changes between both movies 44:32 A third movie…? FOLLOW US: Justin Wu TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@teamjwu  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/justinwu/?hl=en  Morgann Book TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@morgannbook?lang=en  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/morgannbook/?hl=en  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/MorgannBook  Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/morgannbook  Off The Shelf Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/offtheshelf.podcast/  TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@offtheshelf.podcast?lang=en  Hosted by: Morgann Book Created by: Bookish Media, Morgann Book, and Thomas Johnston  Executive Producers: Morgann Book & Thomas Johnston  Produced by: Stefanie Macchiusi Edited by: Ricki Biramontes Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week on Off The Shelf, Morgann sits down with Kate Robb to chat about how this Canadian rom-com queen crafts the best magical realism worlds. From “This Spells Love” to “Kitty St. Clair’s Last Dance”, the two dive into how these books (and their character names) came to be…  CHAPTERS:  0:00 Hamilton, ON 2:41 What was Kate reading growing up 4:25 Business school  7:13 Writing your first book 9:15 Family reaction to becoming an author 11:40 Doubting yourself as an author 13:30 Working a corporate job 14:58 Is romance slowing down? 17:00 Kate’s 2025 favourites  18:40 Blurbling books as an author 19:23 Titling books 21:06 Day in the life of an author 22:32 Type-A  23:05 Kitty St. Clair's Last Dance  28:55 Toronto scene 30:22 Med school  33:16 Reeve 35:10 How Kate met her husband 36:20 Kate’s favourite scene 40:30 BOTM 42:32 Rom-Com Court 49:39 A trope we don’t love 51:13 What’s next? FOLLOW US: Kate Robb Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kate_robb_writes/?hl=en  Find her books at Indigo: https://www.indigo.ca/en-ca/books/kate-robb/  Find her books at Barnes and Noble: https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/kitty-st-clairs-last-dance-kate-robb/1146800920  Morgann Book TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@morgannbook?lang=en  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/morgannbook/?hl=en  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/MorgannBook  Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/morgannbook  Off The Shelf Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/offtheshelf.podcast/  TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@offtheshelf.podcast?lang=en  Hosted by: Morgann Book Created by: Bookish Media, Morgann Book, and Thomas Johnston  Executive Producers: Morgann Book & Thomas Johnston  Produced by: Stefanie Macchiusi Edited by: Ricki Biramontes Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week on Off The Shelf, Morgann sits down with Cara Bastone to chat all things romance and audiobooks! The two discuss how Cara transitioned from ghostwriting to writing her own romance novels to becoming an Audible Originals author. Cara also shares the difference in writing romance for physical novels vs. audiobooks and what some of her favourites are!  CHAPTERS:  0:00 Introduction 0:55 Fruit Hot takes 2:10 Becoming a romance writer 4:50 A scene that changed it all  6:35 Ghost writing to published author 10:12 Kristin Hannah's Influence on Cara 11:06 What Cara has learned along the way 12:01 How does ghost writing work? 16:00 Author struggles 19:00 The scenes that come out of nowhere 22:55 Grief in Promise Me Sunshine 30:48 Pregnancy Trope in Ready or Not 33:01 Cover Design 34:09 Live again list (with a twist) 40:16 What it’s like to write Audible Originals 41:37 Difference between writing audio and physical dialogue 47:08 Would Cara narrate an audiobook? 48:02 Favourite audible original 50:49 Where are romance audiobooks headed? 52:11 Cara’s next book release FOLLOW US: Cara Bastone  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/carabastone/?hl=en  Find her books on Audible: https://www.audible.ca/author/Cara-Bastone/B085Z38C15  Morgann Book TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@morgannbook?lang=en  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/morgannbook/?hl=en  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/MorgannBook  Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/morgannbook  Off The Shelf Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/offtheshelf.podcast/  TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@offtheshelf.podcast?lang=en  Hosted by: Morgann Book Created by: Bookish Media, Morgann Book, and Thomas Johnston  Executive Producers: Morgann Book & Thomas Johnston  Produced by: Stefanie Macchiusi Edited by: Ricki Biramontes Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

From steamy banter to loveable blue-collar heroes, Tessa Bailey sits down with Morgann to talk about how she keeps her writing fresh across dozens of bestselling novels, why she gravitates toward opposites-attract love stories, and how she balances heart, humour, and heat. We talk TikTok's impact on romance publishing, dialling back the dirty talk (sometimes), and the unexpected research that went into Pitcher Perfect. Plus — we surprise Tessa at the end 👀 CHAPTERS:  0:00 Welcome, Tessa Bailey!   5:29 How to keep your writing fresh 7:26 Recipe for creating an opposites attract romance 8:41 Tessa and blue-collar MMCs 10:04 Tropes were NOT doing 11:05 Influence of TikTok on writing  13:18 Pitcher Perfect  15:45 Dialling back the dirty talk 17:15 Why did Tessa publish her first book  20:20 What would Tessa do if she weren’t a writer 23:24 Softball research for Pitcher Perfect 26:33 Tessa’s favourite moment from Pitcher Perfect 27:34 Crafting the characters in Pitcher Perfect 30:19 Solving people’s submitted problems! 41:21 It Happened One Summer Adaptation news 45:18 Bellinger Sisters book THREE 47:38 What’s coming next 51:35 Surprising Tessa with… FOLLOW US: Tessa Bailey TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@authortessabailey?lang=en  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tessabaileyisanauthor/?hl=en  Find her books at Indigo: https://www.indigo.ca/en-ca/books/tessa-bailey/  Find her books at Barnes and Noble: https://www.barnesandnoble.com/b/contributor/tessa-bailey/_/N-2xrn  Morgann Book TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@morgannbook?lang=en  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/morgannbook/?hl=en  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/MorgannBook  Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/morgannbook  Off The Shelf Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/offtheshelf.podcast/  TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@offtheshelf.podcast?lang=en  Hosted by: Morgann Book Created by: Bookish Media, Morgann Book, and Thomas Johnston  Executive Producers: Morgann Book & Thomas Johnston  Produced by: Stefanie Macchiusi Edited by: Ricki Biramontes Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week on Off The Shelf, Morgann shares her favourite romance audiobooks from swoony classics to laugh-out-loud romcoms to sweeping romantasy worlds. Here’s what we dive into: Classics, reimagined: How Audible’s Pride and Prejudice full-cast performance breathes new life into Darcy, Lizzy, and every swoon-worthy moment.Modern love on audio: Why Emily Henry is even better narrated, the audiobook that made Morgann laugh out loud in public, and her go-to pick for the spiciest listen.Romantasy comfort reads: Which fantasy audiobooks Morgann replays like comfort shows, and why Elizabeth Evans is the voice of the genre. CHAPTERS:  0:00 Introduction  0:45 Pride and Prejudice 3:40 Emily Henry x Julia Whelan 5:38 Part of Your World 6:43 Guess the audiobook 11:21 Daisy Jones and the Six 13:19 The Roommate 14:28 Lights Out  15:35 Throne of Glass Series 17:15 A Court of Mist and Fury  18:26 Burning Questions FOLLOW US: Morgann Book TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@morgannbook?lang=en  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/morgannbook/?hl=en  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/MorgannBook  Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/morgannbook  Off The Shelf Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/offtheshelf.podcast/  TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@offtheshelf.podcast?lang=en  Hosted by: Morgann Book Created by: Bookish Media, Morgann Book, and Thomas Johnston  Executive Producers: Morgann Book & Thomas Johnston  Produced by: Stefanie Macchiusi Edited by: Ricki Biramontes Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

From writing After on Wattpad to producing major adaptations, Anna Todd joins Off The Shelf to talk about her evolution as a writer, producer, and storyteller. We dive into what it was really like to produce ‘After’, the fuel behind starting Frayed Pages Media, and why storytelling still feels personal after global success. Plus, Anna reveals some behind-the-scenes memories and what’s next in her ever-expanding universe. CHAPTERS:  0:00 Welcome, Anna Todd! 3:16 How it all started on Wattpad 8:09 Virality of After  9:37 Post Virality  11:40 Morgann reading After 12:30 Support circle as an author 13:31 Adapting After 16:59 Starting Frayed Pages Media 21:09 What Anna is reading 26:35 Fan Fiction in the literary world 30:54 Producing Regretting You 33:06 Why Dave Franco?  35:39 Why Anna loves casting  40:36 Favourite set moment 41:48 Message of the movie 43:06 The beginning of Regretting You 45:10 The Last Sunrise 48:20 Writing a personal story 53:50 What’s next? FOLLOW US: Anna Todd Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/annatodd/?hl=en  Find her books at Indigo: https://www.indigo.ca/en-ca/search?q=anna%20todd%20books&z=1  Find her books at Barnes and Noble: https://www.barnesandnoble.com/b/series/anna-todds-after-series/_/N-2wl2  Morgann Book TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@morgannbook?lang=en  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/morgannbook/?hl=en  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/MorgannBook  Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/morgannbook  Off The Shelf Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/offtheshelf.podcast/  TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@offtheshelf.podcast?lang=en  Hosted by: Morgann Book Created by: Bookish Media, Morgann Book, and Thomas Johnston  Executive Producers: Morgann Book & Thomas Johnston  Produced by: Stefanie Macchiusi Edited by: Ricki Biramontes Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

From producing Emmy-recognized content in Hollywood to writing her very first novel, Joss Richard joins Off The Shelf! We talk about her journey from Toronto to LA, working on The Ellen Show, Netflix, and Hello Sunshine — and how she went from producing celebrity interviews to publishing her debut romance! CHAPTERS:  0:00 Introduction and Release day 2:06 Joss’ Career Background  9:28 Interview Gone Wrong 11:23 First spark to write a book 14:43 Deciding to publish 16:52 Feeling fulfilled as an author 18:05 Why a second chance romance? 19:00 Writing a book for the first time 20:15 Hard part of writing 21:02 Does 74 Perry Street exist? 23:13 Inspiration for this book  25:18 Specifc book moments 32:17 Guess that rom-com 35:21 What’s next?  FOLLOW US: Joss Richard TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@jossrichardwrites  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/joss.richard/?hl=en  Find her book at Indigo: https://www.indigo.ca/en-ca/books/joss-richard/  Find her book at Barnes and Noble: http://barnesandnoble.com/w/its-different-this-time-joss-richard/1146830426  Morgann Book TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@morgannbook?lang=en  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/morgannbook/?hl=en  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/MorgannBook  Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/morgannbook  Off The Shelf Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/offtheshelf.podcast/  TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@offtheshelf.podcast?lang=en  Hosted by: Morgann Book Created by: Bookish Media, Morgann Book, and Thomas Johnston  Executive Producers: Morgann Book & Thomas Johnston  Produced by: Stefanie Macchiusi Edited by: Ricki Biramontes Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week on Off The Shelf, Morgann sits down with Elsie Silver, the author behind the bestselling Chestnut Springs and Rose Hill series — and the upcoming Fever Dream. From single-dad romances to emotional healing, Elsie opens up about her writing process, living on the West Coast, and the moment she found out Chestnut Springs is coming to Netflix. CHAPTERS:  0:00 Introduction & Elsie’s new dog! 1:22 Chesnut Springs coming to Netflix 4:35 Shutting your brain off 6:27 The spark behind writing single-dad romances 14:57 Hardest book Elsie has written  16:42 Separating from “reader voices” 19:03 What does Elsie read? 20:18 Rose Hill inspiration  22:50 West Coast vs Toronto  23:59 Does Elsie write with the audiobook in mind? 28:06 How the new series will sound 29:16 Wild Card synopsis (no spoilers) 31:18 Crafting an age-gap / ex-boyfriend dad trope  35:54 Body positivity in Wild Card 38:37 Working with a therapist while writing  40:10 Research for Wild Card 41:19 Ending Rose Hill Series 44:23 What’s next?  46:55 New publisher FOLLOW US: Elsie Silver TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@authorelsiesilver?lang=en  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/authorelsiesilver/?hl=en  Find her books at Indigo: https://www.indigo.ca/en-ca/books/elsie-silver/  Find her books at Barnes and Noble: https://www.barnesandnoble.com/b/contributor/elsie-silver/_/N-30q8  Morgann Book TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@morgannbook?lang=en  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/morgannbook/?hl=en  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/MorgannBook  Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/morgannbook  Off The Shelf Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/offtheshelf.podcast/  TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@offtheshelf.podcast?lang=en  Hosted by: Morgann Book Created by: Bookish Media, Morgann Book, and Thomas Johnston  Executive Producers: Morgann Book & Thomas Johnston  Produced by: Stefanie Macchiusi Edited by: Ricki Biramontes Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week on Off The Shelf, Morgann sits down with Brynne Weaver, the dark romance powerhouse behind Butcher & Blackbird and the upcoming Tourist Season. From neuroscience labs to bestselling novels, Brynne’s journey is anything but ordinary. The two get into how TikTok helped write Butcher & Blackbird and where production is at on the adaptation. Then Brynne shares how Tourist Season came to be, the hardest parts, and what’s next in the series!  CHAPTERS:  0:00 Introduction  1:08 Brynne and Hot Peppers  3:27 Archeaology to Neuroscience to Author 6:59 How Butcher and Blackbird was born 8:31 Sloane and Rowan 11:16 The Power of #BookTok 14:35 Olivia Rodrigo x Butcher & Blackbird 16:14 Most memorable author moments 18:53 “Romance isn’t a real genre” 19:45 Body Farms… and other book research 21:51 Everything we know about the adaptation of Butcher & Blackbird 29:45 Welcome to Tourist Season 31:48 Tourist season playlist 32:54 Hardest part of writing Tourist Season  35:15 Alzheimer's research from Brynne’s past career 39:47 Tourist Season vs. B&B 41:00 Brynne’s favourite dark romance books 42:50 Hobbies outside of writing 43:17 Tourist Season acknowledgments  47:22 Brynne’s top 3 tourist spots 48:37 Where is Brynne going on tour? FOLLOW US: Brynne Weaver TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@brynneweaverbooks?lang=en  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brynne_weaver/?hl=en  Find her books at Indigo: https://www.indigo.ca/en-ca/books/brynne-weaver/  Find her books at Barnes & Noble: https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/tourist-season-brynne-weaver/1147291861  Morgann Book TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@morgannbook?lang=en  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/morgannbook/?hl=en  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/MorgannBook  Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/morgannbook  Off The Shelf Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/offtheshelf.podcast/  TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@offtheshelf.podcast?lang=en  Hosted by: Morgann Book Created by: Bookish Media, Morgann Book, and Thomas Johnston  Executive Producers: Morgann Book & Thomas Johnston  Produced by: Stefanie Macchiusi Edited by: Ricki Biramontes Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

She’s back! Our first repeat guest, Lauren Roberts, joins Morgann on Off The Shelf to catch up on everything—from Fearful lore and behind-the-scenes author life to bookish AITA debates and what’s next for the Powerless TV adaptation. We talk Mara’s name, POVs that didn’t make the cut, burnout, shower thoughts for future books, and all the chaos in between—if you loved her first episode, this one’s even bigger. CHAPTERS:  00:00 Our FIRST repeat author 1:13 Lauren throws out the first pitch 3:38 Recent shower thoughts 4:22 What is Fearful all about? 7:25 Where Mara’s name came from  9:32 Fearful was almost…  13:20 Writing a novella vs a book 16:08 Tandem reading guide 17:25 Narrating Mara in the Fearful audiobook 23:50 What’s coming next  24:50 Bittersweet feelings 26:55 Tell me a time in your life when you felt ___ 34:55 Curse of being a creative 38:50 Feeling fearless 39:39 AITA for not telling my family about being an author? 45: 08 AITA for reading romance novels when it makes my bf uncomfortable? 48:36 AITA for telling my GF that audiobooks don’t count as reading? 51:40 AITA for giving a book a 1-star rating? 57:29 Is the book always better?  1:00:39 Powerless adaptation  FOLLOW US: Lauren Roberts TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@laurenrobertslibrary?lang=en  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/laurenrobertslibrary/?hl=en  Find their book(s) at Indigo: https://www.indigo.ca/en-ca/search?q=Lauren%20Roberts  Find their book(s) at Barnes & Noble: https://www.barnesandnoble.com/b/contributor/lauren-roberts/_/N-2zxa  Morgann Book TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@morgannbook?lang=en  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/morgannbook/?hl=en  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/MorgannBook  Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/morgannbook  Off The Shelf Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/offtheshelf.podcast/  TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@offtheshelf.podcast?lang=en  Hosted by: Morgann Book Created by: Bookish Media, Morgann Book, and Thomas Johnston  Executive Producers: Morgann Book & Thomas Johnston  Produced by: Stefanie Macchiusi Edited by: Ricki Biramontes Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week on Off The Shelf, Morgann sits down with Hannah Bonam-Young, author of Out on a Limb and the recently released People Watching. With People Watching releasing on September 9th, they catch up on life, writing, and all the little moments in between (including Taylor Swift’s engagement and how big a deal Halloween is…) The two also dive into: The pregnancy trope done right, what it was like for Hannah to write characters shaped by her own lived experiences, and how People Watching came to be.  CHAPTERS:  00:00 Introduction + Taylor Swift getting engaged 3:05 How Out on a Limb was Born  5:23 Writing a story so close to home 7:35 The power of TikTok 11:16 A pregnancy trope we all love  12:55 The reason they met at a Halloween party  15:55 Reading reviews as an author 17:42 Where these very specific OOL moments came from 20:40 20 questions to fall in love 24:55 Firefighters crashing an event 29:40 The bestie duo between Hannah and Becka Mack 31:00 Dream authors to meet 31:51 ‘People Watching’ Synopsis 35:35 How Prue and Milo came to be 38:13 Hannah’s grandmother says hello 39:05: Prue’s mom’s Alzheimer's (and where it came from) 44:38 Hannah’s FIRST male pov  47:36 Texting in books 50:17 People Watching cover design 52:36 SPOILERS FOR PEOPLE WATCHING! 58:44 The acknowledgements (no spoilers) 1:03:24 Hannah on tour! FOLLOW US: Hannah Bonam-Young TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@hannahby_writes  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/authorhannahby/?hl=en  Find their book(s) on Amazon: https://www.amazon.ca/stores/author/B09Z8SBCTD  Find their book(s) at Indigo: https://www.indigo.ca/en-ca/books/hannah-bonam-young/  Find their book(s) at Barnes & Noble: https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/people-watching-hannah-bonam-young/1146662145  Morgann Book TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@morgannbook?lang=en  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/morgannbook/?hl=en  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/MorgannBook  Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/morgannbook  Off The Shelf Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/offtheshelf.podcast/  TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@offtheshelf.podcast?lang=en  Hosted by: Morgann Book Created by: Bookish Media, Morgann Book, and Thomas Johnston  Executive Producers: Morgann Book & Thomas Johnston  Produced by: Stefanie Macchiusi Edited by: Ricki Biramontes Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We’re kicking off Season 2 with New York Times bestselling author Jasmine Mas! From law school horror stories and Greek mythology deep-dives, Jasmine shares the winding journey that led her from studying ancient classics and playing field hockey to writing Blood of Hercules and beyond.  CHAPTERS:  00:00 Introduction & NEW studio! 3:10 Hi from NYC 5:00 Leaving Big Law to Become an Author 13:45 Early Writing Career (and how Reddit helped) 17:35 Jasmine’s Favourite Books 19:55 Why a Female Hercules? 24:18 How Jasmine Crafted Blood of Hercules 30:10 Jasmine’s Favourite MMC From Her Books 32:59 Pulling All-Nights works…? 40:34 Real Life Inspiration in Blood of Hercules 42:18 Greek Mythology Trivia 44:40 Sneak Peek at Bonds of Hercules (book 2) 49:50  Rapid Fire Questions FOLLOW US: Jasmine Mas TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@jasminemasbooks?lang=en  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jasminemasbooks/?hl=en  Find their book(s) on Amazon: https://www.amazon.ca/stores/author/B09SH6NRX4  Find their book(s) at Indigo: https://www.indigo.ca/en-ca/books/jasmine-mas/  Find their book(s) at Barnes & Noble: https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/blood-of-hercules-jasmine-mas/1146049137;jsessionid=9564C20BFE424A0C6502BCFEF58A8F93.prodny_store01-atgap15  Morgann Book TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@morgannbook?lang=en  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/morgannbook/?hl=en  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/MorgannBook  Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/morgannbook  The Bookish Club TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thebookish.club  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebookish.club/  Substack: https://substack.com/@thebookishclub  Off The Shelf Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/offtheshelf.podcast/  TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@offtheshelf.podcast?lang=en  Hosted by: Morgann Book Created by: Bookish Media, Morgann Book, and Thomas Johnston  Executive Producers: Morgann Book & Thomas Johnston  Produced by: Stefanie Macchiusi Edited by: Ricki Biramontes Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week on OFF THE SHELF, Morgann shares the best summer reads to soak up dockside, poolside, or anywhere in between. In this season one finale, she reflects on the highs, the learning curves, and the magic of chatting with three incredible authors this season. With 15 episodes under her belt, Morgann wraps things up with her top 7 summer book recs, including One Golden Summer, Just For The Summer, and Heartless. Plus, she teases what’s on her summer TBR and scrolls through the newest book releases for the season ahead. Huge thank you for listening and hanging out through all of season one—it’s been such a ride, and I’m so glad you’ve been part of it. We’ll be back this fall with more episodes, so follow along on socials to stay in the loop and catch all the updates. - morgann xx CHAPTERS 0:00 introduction & THANK YOU 3:30 top 7 summer reads 28:50 MY summer reading list 36:10 upcoming releases FOLLOW US: Morgann Book TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@morgannbook?lang=en Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/morgannbook/?hl=en YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/MorgannBook Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/morgannbook The Bookish Club TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thebookish.club Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebookish.club/ Substack: https://substack.com/@thebookishclub Off The Shelf Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/offtheshelf.podcast/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@offtheshelf.podcast?lang=en Hosted by Morgann Book, Created by Bookish Media, Morgann Book, & Thomas Johnston, Produced by Bookish Media, Morgann Book, Thomas Johnston, & Stefanie Maqz. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week on Off The Shelf, we’re doing a deep dive into We Were Liars—the bestselling book turned series that’s as haunting as it is addictive. Morgann is joined by Mark, who visited the set of the new adaptation alongside her, and they unpack everything from meeting E. Lockhart to what it was really like behind the scenes of a film set (thanks prime video for flying us out❤️). Then they do a spoiler-free breakdown of the first few episodes of the new Prime Video show, plus the key ingredients for a good adaptation. For all those who have read the book & finished the series, the two also jump into a few spoilers at the very end and their predictions for how the show will play out!  CHAPTERS 00:00 Introduction (and spoiler disclaimer) 2:35 Summary & Family Tree Recap 5:49 First Time Reading We Were Liars 7:20 Being on Set for the First Time 10:31 Favourite Set Moments (and Meeting E. Lockhart!) 15:31 Unexpected Moments on Set 22:38 First Impressions of the Show 24:50 Our Take on Casting 27:36 How Important Are Soundtracks? 35:53 SPOILER SECTION  WATCH WE WERE LIARS: https://www.primevideo.com/region/na/detail/0R8IXK40FRFIHB00YGLZCEJZ0B/ref=atv_hm_hom_c_ywRzEs_awns_3_2?jic=8%7CEgRzdm9k READ WE WERE LIARS: https://www.amazon.ca/We-Were-Liars-Lockhart/dp/0385741278/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&dib_tag=se&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.DKWAH7YYx_3jfe-3IY-lhVUptI2xAYw96FGRr6WVCBfh_tgF9hWFXrB2WiVhW3S40k6UDTBeC7ZAGd_eUOuAvMSHWjgb-yqkszfRF0HpXLkxR6COOXT5OX56Ips8lC3ZJ8FcbxI0mD_Kddg3mWaCQJK_T0d0qUHqwDYehQwKjEmkyxFwkaf6xvz23U3rvOpbVSgXdMulvdqEwlhVdRVpTMclGAiUCaNhEAwUYk0i48Hb99bQiM3_hD4VIJlrUcOvW_lFpZ1lLWtJsKkI4UpH0_L1tca7VPO-2vbCnrekErQ.QAmslk3dNFFY0pFz13MCabSxfi2J0ULKE6cVUrZ1KMg&qid=1750248706&sr=8-1  FOLLOW US: Morgann Book TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@morgannbook Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/morgannbookYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/MorgannBook Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/morgannbook Snarky Marky TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@snarkymarky Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/m.a.rk YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@SNARKYMARK.Y Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/user/show/97276660 Off The Shelf Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/offtheshelf.podcast TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@offtheshelf.podcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this week's episode, Morgann hangs out with one of her best friends and certified bookworm, Carter Sullivan, for a very fun, very unfiltered chat. They swap current reads, gush over upcoming releases they’re dying to get their hands on, and each share five books that totally define them as readers. There’s a chaotic round of bookish “Would You Rather,” some hot takes on adaptations, and a deep dive into all things Rivals. It’s cozy, a little chaotic, and full of bookish love. FOLLOW US: Carter Sullivan TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@cartersullivan13?lang=en Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cartersully/?hl=en YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/CarterSullivan Morgann Book TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@morgannbook?lang=en Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/morgannbook/?hl=en YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/MorgannBook Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/morgannbook The Bookish Club TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thebookish.club Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebookish.club/ Substack: https://substack.com/@thebookishclub Off The Shelf Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/offtheshelf.podcast/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@offtheshelf.podcast?lang=en Hosted by Morgann Book, Created by Bookish Media, Morgann Book, & Thomas Johnston, Produced by Bookish Media, Morgann Book, Thomas Johnston, & Stefanie Maqz. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode of Off The Shelf, Morgann is joined by the incredibly talented Julia, also known as The Bookish Animator, whose work has captivated the online reading community. Julia takes us through her journey into animation—from picking up her first pencil to unexpectedly blowing up on social media. She shares what it’s really like navigating the creator space, the surprises that came with going viral, and the unforgettable moment when a favourite author recognized her work. We talk about her favourite and most challenging animations, whether she’s currently open for commissions, and the five books that have shaped her as a reader. Julia also dives into her favourite book tropes, the ones she avoids, and what makes the perfect story in her eyes. Plus, we chat about the magic of bookish conventions and where you might be able to catch her next. This one’s full of creativity, cozy vibes, and serious book love. CHAPTERS: 00:00 Becoming THE Bookish Animator 6:45 "Mom I made it" moment 8:43 The animation process 13:10 Perfectionism and burnout 19:00 Julia's defining books (her favourites) 33:13 Book Conventions (and how they work) 35:46 Meeting Becka Mack 43:36 Perfect combination of tropes 45:44 Julia's book rec of the day! FOLLOW US: The Bookish Animator Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebookishanimator_/?hl=en YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@thebookishanimator Morgann TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@morgannbook?lang=en Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/morgannbook/?hl=en YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/MorgannBook Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/morgannbook The Bookish Club TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thebookish.club Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebookish.club/ Substack: https://substack.com/@thebookishclub Off The Shelf Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/offtheshelf.podcast/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@offtheshelf.podcast?lang=en Hosted by Morgann Book, Created by Bookish Media, Morgann Book, & Thomas Johnston, Produced by Bookish Media, Morgann Book, Thomas Johnston, & Stefanie Maqz. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, Morgann dives into the book that made her cry—twice. From the moment she read the first line ("This baby will not stop judging me"), she knew it was going to be good. This isn't just a tearjerker—it's a slow-burning friends-to-lovers story wrapped in grief, healing, and unexpected moments of joy (and armpit hair appreciation). Morgann shares why she chose this book, what made Lenny and Miles unforgettable, and how a “live again” list filled with everything from skinny-dipping to talent shows made this story feel so real. Plus: spicy hot takes, early impressions, a peek at the reviews, and what to read next if you're still emotionally recovering. This one’s for anyone who loves character-driven stories, late-blooming romance, and books that feel like therapy. JUNE BOOK CLUB PICK: COMING JUNE 3RD ON @THEBOOKISH.CLUB (trust me it'll be worth the wait) CHAPTERS: 00:00 life updates 3:40 why I choose this book 8:43 quick synopsis 10:55 early impressions of the book 19:10 romance deep dive 26:00 a look into grief 35:10 did you read the back of the book? 40:56 what to read next! FOLLOW US: Morgann TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@morgannbook?lang=en Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/morgannbook/?hl=en YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/MorgannBook Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/morgannbook The Bookish Club TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thebookish.club Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebookish.club/ Substack: https://substack.com/@thebookishclub Off The Shelf Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/offtheshelf.podcast/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@offtheshelf.podcast?lang=en Hosted by Morgann Book, Created by Bookish Media, Morgann Book, & Thomas Johnston, Produced by Bookish Media, Morgann Book, Thomas Johnston, & Stefanie Maqz. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode of Off The Shelf, Morgann sits down with bestselling author Carley Fortune to talk about the moment that led her to quit her job to become an author, how she crafted the characters we’ve all fallen in love with, and the real story behind her newest novel One Golden Summer. They dive into early writing struggles, the moment she found out about the screen adaptation, and play a game of “name the book from the quote” with some of her most iconic lines. Plus, Carley teases what’s coming next... WHERE TO FIND US: Carley Fortune Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/carleyfortune/ Website: https://www.carleyfortune.com/ Check out her books 🇨🇦: https://www.indigo.ca/en-ca/books/carley-fortune/ Check out her books 🇺🇸: https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/one-golden-summer-carley-fortune/1146137717 Morgann TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@morgannbook?lang=en Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/morgannbook/?hl=en YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/MorgannBook Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/morgannbook The Bookish Club TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thebookish.club Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebookish.club/ Substack: https://substack.com/@thebookishclub Off The Shelf Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/offtheshelf.podcast/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@offtheshelf.podcast?lang=en Hosted by Morgann Book, Created by Bookish Media, Morgann Book, & Thomas Johnston, Produced by Bookish Media, Morgann Book, Thomas Johnston, & Stefanie Maqz. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

With the recent release of Emily Henry's new novel, Great Big Beautiful Life, Morgann dives into all of her books—breaking down the swoons, the slow burns, and the standouts. Expect honest opinions, personal rankings, and a rundown of which ones are worth the hype (and which ones you might want to skip). Whether you're a longtime fan or just Emily-Henry curious, this is your guide to all things contemporary romance. Perfect for anyone looking to laugh, reflect, and rethink their TBR. FOLLOW US: Morgann TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@morgannbook?lang=en Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/morgannbook/?hl=en YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/MorgannBook Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/morgannbook The Bookish Club TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thebookish.club Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebookish.club/ Substack: https://substack.com/@thebookishclub Off The Shelf Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/offtheshelf.podcast/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@offtheshelf.podcast?lang=en Hosted by Morgann Book, Created by Bookish Media, Morgann Book, & Thomas Johnston, Produced by Bookish Media, Morgann Book, Thomas Johnston, & Stefanie Maqz. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sit down with Morgann and Lauren Roberts for a raw, hilarious, and revealing deep dive into the Powerless universe—how she wrote the viral fantasy at just 18, the unexpected path to a book deal, and why fans didn’t get that first kiss until Reckless. They spill behind-the-scenes secrets, react to spicy bookish hot takes (yes, even the hardcover debate), and tease what’s next—including Lauren’s favourite scene, adaptation dreams, and whether a novella or genre switch is on the horizon. 00:00 - 02:02 what happened last night 02:02 - 25: 27 how lauren roberts became an author 25:28 - 29:35 lauren's current reads & fav books 29:36 - 43:05 bookish hot-takes 43:06 - 51:16 fearless deep dive (spoiler free) 51:17 - 58:50 recording the prologue for fearless 58:51 - 1:04:22 lauren's fav scenes & upcoming tour 1:04:23 - 1:06:00 powerless adaptation... FOLLOW US: Lauren Roberts TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@laurenrobertslibrary?lang=en Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/laurenrobertslibrary/?hl=en Read her Books at Barnes and Noble: https://www.barnesandnoble.com/b/contributor/lauren-roberts/_/N-2zxa Read her Books at Indigo: https://www.indigo.ca/en-ca/books/lauren-roberts2/ Morgann Book TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@morgannbook?lang=en Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/morgannbook/?hl=en YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/MorgannBook Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/morgannbook The Bookish Club TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thebookish.club Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebookish.club/ Substack: https://substack.com/@thebookishclub Off The Shelf Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/offtheshelf.podcast/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@offtheshelf.podcast?lang=en Hosted by Morgann Book, Created by Bookish Media, Morgann Book, & Thomas Johnston, Produced by Bookish Media, Morgann Book, Thomas Johnston, & Stefanie Maqz. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to the book club. In this solo deep-dive, Morgann shares her initial (and very bold) theories, the reveals that threw her off track, and the romantic undercurrent she didn’t see coming. Whether you loved the dual timelines or were confused by the 14-year span, there’s something here for every book club brain. Plus: favourite quotes, hot takes, and a few similar recs to keep you turning pages. In case you missed this month or are ready to jump into May book club, we'll be reading: Promise Me Sunshine by Cara Bastone! Check it out on Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/214269328-promise-me-sunshine?ac=1&from_search=true&qid=h2enAMITKG&rank=1 FOLLOW US: Morgann TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@morgannbook?lang=en Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/morgannbook/?hl=en YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/MorgannBook Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/morgannbook The Bookish Club TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thebookish.club Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebookish.club/ Substack: https://substack.com/@thebookishclub Off The Shelf Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/offtheshelf.podcast/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@offtheshelf.podcast?lang=en Hosted by Morgann Book, Created by Bookish Media, Morgann Book, & Thomas Johnston, Produced by Bookish Media, Morgann Book, Thomas Johnston, & Stefanie Maqz. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode of Off The Shelf, Morgann sits down with bestselling author Abby Jimenez to talk about writing entire novels on her phone and the unexpected places inspiration strikes. From her viral TikTok quotes to her honest portrayal of anxiety in Yours Truly, Abby shares the behind-the-scenes of crafting stories that make readers laugh, cry, and feel seen. They dive into the new world of Say You’ll Remember Me, the magic of mustard marketing, and how fighters crashed her recent book event. Plus, Abby plays a round of “Guess the Book by the Quote” and reveals where the inspiration comes for her main characters. CHAPTERS: 00:00 - 01:27 Amazon Book Sale 01:28 - 04:45 Firefighters Crashing Abby's Book Event 04:45 - 08:56 Abby Jimenez's First Job 08:57 - 13:07 Our Current Reads 13:08 - 20:34 Writing Books on a Phone 20:35 - 43:35 Part of Your World Series 43:36 - 1:02:56 Say You'll Remember Me 1:02:57 - 1:04:27 Quote Trivia 1:04:27 - 1:06:30 A Guide to Abby Jimenez' Books FOLLOW US: Abby Jimenez TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@authorabbyjimenez?lang=en Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/authorabbyjimenez/?hl=en Abby's new book: https://www.indigo.ca/en-ca/say-youll-remember-me/9781538774168.html Morgann TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@morgannbook?lang=en Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/morgannbook/?hl=en YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/MorgannBook Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/morgannbook The Bookish Club TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thebookish.club Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebookish.club/ Substack: https://substack.com/@thebookishclub Off The Shelf Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/offtheshelf.podcast/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@offtheshelf.podcast?lang=en Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today, Morgann finally finds out what Magnolia Parks is all about and where to start in the Olivie Blake universe. Join her and Madison as they dive into all the books that made Madison become a reader & bookish content creator over the last couple of years. 0:00 - 09:57 Madison's top 5 books 09:58 - 16:35 Magnolia Parks 16:36 - 32:17 Misc. Book Talks 32:18 - 33:37 Throne of Glass 33:38 - 39:56 Books we read growing up 39:57 - 48:41 Best and worst of thrillers 48:42 - 56:26 Starting bookish content & writing a book 56:27 - 1:01:35 Guess the book from the quote FOLLOW US - Morgann TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@morgannbook?lang=en Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/morgannbook/?hl=en YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/MorgannBook Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/morgannbook Madison Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@lettersfrommads?lang=en Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/madisonkait/?hl=en YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/madisonkait Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/user/show/97276660 The Bookish Club TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thebookish.club Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebookish.club/ Substack: https://substack.com/@thebookishclub Off The Shelf Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/offtheshelf.podcast/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@offtheshelf.podcast?lang=en Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sit down with Morgann and Mark for a cozy, bookish catch-up as they dive into their current favourite reads. From the hype around Sunrise on the Reaping to early thoughts on Carley Fortune’s upcoming novel, they’re chatting on everything that's been living rent-free in their bookish brains. Plus, if you’ve been curious about getting into literary fiction but don’t know where to start, Mark shares some of his recs. Whether you're a seasoned reader or just looking for your next great read, this episode’s got something for you! CHAPTERS - 00:00 - 02:23 Introduction 02:23 - 04:40 Mark's favourite books 04:41 - 12:06 Carley Fortune's books 12:07 - 16:56 Emily Henry rankings 16:57 - 28:19 Sunrise on the Reaping theories 28:20 - 36:00 Elin Hilderbrand's books 36:01 - 37:54 A book #booktok lied about 37:55 - 41:42 Literary fiction books 42:43 - 44:00 Book adaptations 44:01 - 45:55 Book characters in The Traitors 45:56 - 48:34 Guess the book 48:35 - 50:02 Mark's final book rec ALL THE BOOKS MENTIONED - Sharp Objects by Gillian Flynn Every Summer After by Carley Fortune The Hotel Nantucket by Elin Hilderbrand Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins Four Winds by Kristin Hannah One Golden Summer by Carley Fortune This Summer Will Be Different by Carley Fortune Beach Read by Emily Henry Happy Place by Emily Henry Book Lovers by Emily Henry People We Meet on Vacation by Emily Henry Funny Story by Emily Henry Sunrise on the Reaping by Suzanne Collins Summer of '69 by Elin Hilderbrand 28 Summers by Elin Hilderbrand The Blue Bistro by Elin Hilderbrand The Inheritance Games by Jennifer Lynn. Barnes A Man Called Ove by Fredrik Backman Pew by Catherine Lacey Then She Was Gone by Lisa Jewell FOLLOW US - Morgann TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@morgannbook?lang=en Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/morgannbook/?hl=en YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/MorgannBook Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/morgannbook Mark Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@snarkymarky?lang=en Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/m.a.rk/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@SNARKYMARK.Y Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/user/show/97276660 The Bookish Club TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thebookish.club Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebookish.club/ Substack: https://substack.com/@thebookishclub Off The Shelf Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/offtheshelf.podcast/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@offtheshelf.podcast?lang=en Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Looking to join a book club? You're in the right spot - Welcome to The Bookish Club. In this week's episode, we dive into all of our previous book club picks since the club was created last July. Why we chose it, what we enjoyed, what we didn't -- this episode has got you covered on which ones you should start first! Moving forward, the last episode each month will dive into that month's book club pick! For April, our book is Famous Last Words by Gillian McAllister. Happy reading :) All the books mentioned in this episode: A Novel Love Story by Ashley Poston The Ex Vows by Jessica Joyce Heartless Hunter by Kristen Ciccarelli If It Makes You Happy by Julie Olivia The Thirteenth Child by Erin A. Craig The Wedding Witch by Erin Sterling What the Wife Knew by Darby Kane Beg, Borrow, or Steal by Sarah Adams First-Time Caller by BK Borrison FOLLOW US: Morgann Book TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@morgannbook?lang=en Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/morgannbook/?hl=en The Bookish Club TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thebookish.club Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebookish.club/ Substack: https://substack.com/@thebookishclub Off The Shelf Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/offtheshelf.podcast/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@offtheshelf.podcast?lang=en Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

POV you're talking about books with your best friends. In this episode, we're diving into all our favourite books over the years! From the spiciest books we've read to the sweetest, you'll walk away with a whole new list of books to get dive into. At the end, we also surprise Paige with a book she's been talking about since November... Stay around till the end to find out which book :) All the books mentioned in this episode: Terms and Conditons by Lauren Asher Let Them by Mel Robins The Defining Decade by Meg Jay Feel Good Productivity by Ali Abdaal Big Magic by Elizabeth Gilbert Haunting Adeline by H. D. Carlton Bared to You by Sylvia Day Lights Out by Navessa Allen A Court of Silver Flames by Sarah J. Maas Hopeless by Colleen Hoover Final Offer by Lauren Asher Reckless by Elsie Silver Heartless by Elsie Silver The Right Move by Liz Tomeforde The Cruel Prince by Holly Black A Not So Meet Cute by Meghan Quinn The Charlie Method by Elle Kennedy The Summer I Turned Pretty by Jenny Han Wild Side by Elsie Silver Butcher and Blackbird by Brynne Weaver If Not For My Baby by Kate Golden 📖 FOLLOW US Morgann Book Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@morgannbook?l... Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/morgannbook... Paige Evans TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@paigemevans?lang=en Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/paigemadisonevans/?hl=en Molly McAskill TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@mollsjmcaskill?_t=ZM-8v2KMqkAkVx&_r=1 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mollyjoanmcaskill?igsh=MTBoNW5zeno5aGV3cw== The Bookish Club TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thebookish.club Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebookish.club/ Substack: https://thebookishclub.substack.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to your new favourite podcast :) In our FIRST ever episode, I'm talking about all the books that turned me into a reader — from the ones that made me fall in love with stories as a kid to the unforgettable reads that kept me up way too late (and maybe freaked me out a little lol). Whether it’s the chaotic dystopian era, the romantasy books that completely changed my life, or those BookTok faves that took over my feed, this episode is all about the stories that shaped me as a reader. Here’s a full rundown of the books I mentioned: 📚 CHILDHOOD FAVOURITES: Step into Reading seriesIvy and Bean by Annie BarrowsAnd Then It Happened series by Michael WadeDreamer Wisher Liar by Charise Mericle HarperThe City of Ember by Jeanne DuPrau 🔥 DYSTOPIAN ERA READS: The Raft by S.A. BodeenThe Hunger Games by Suzanne CollinsDivergent by Veronica RothTwilight by Stephenie MeyerVampire Academy by Richelle Mead 💫 ROMANTASY READS Throne of Glass by Sarah J. MaasA Court of Thorns and Roses (ACOTAR) by Sarah J. MaasA Court of Mist and Fury by Sarah J. Maas 📖 2017 READING HIGHLIGHTS (AKA PEAK READING YEAR): The Iron King by Julie KagawaObsidian by Jennifer L. ArmentroutDie for Me by Amy PlumAfter by Anna ToddAll the Bright Places by Jennifer Niven 📈 EARLY BOOKTOK HITS The Cruel Prince by Holly BlackZodiac Academy by Caroline Peckham & Susanne ValentiBirthday Girl by Penelope DouglasShatter Me by Tahereh Mafi Whether you're feeling nostalgic or looking for your next obsession, this episode is packed with bookish recs you'll want to add to your list! ✨ 📖 FOLLOW US Morgann Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@morgannbook?lang=enInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/morgannbook/?hl=enYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/c/MorgannBook The Bookish Club Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thebookish.clubInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebookish.club/Substack: https://thebookishclub.substack.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to Off The Shelf – your backstage pass to the book world. Each week, Morgann Book (yes, that’s her actual last name) sits down with the authors you know and love. They discuss their wild inspirations, random writing quirks, and the scenes they’ll never forget writing. New episodes release every Thursday, available wherever you get your podcasts. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.