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We’re Adrienne, Audrey, and Lindsay—three neighbors who can’t stop talking about books, so we’re bringing the conversation to you. Each episode, we’ll dive into the stories we love (and maybe a few we don’t), mixing fun with literary insight. So get ready to laugh, add to your TBR, and join the discussion—because in our neighborhood, a good book is always just around the block.
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Chapter 49: February Reading Wrap-Up + Our March TBR
Your February reading wrap up is here. This week, Adrienne, Audrey, and Lindsay share every book they read in February, from standout favorites to a few that did not quite hit the mark. Then they…
Chapter 48: Project Hail Mary by Andy Weir Book Club
In this episode of Books Around the Block, we’re talking all things Project Hail Mary by Andy Weir. We break down the plot, favorite moments, big twists, and the science behind Ryland Grace’s…
Chapter 47: Our Top Picks for Your Next Book Club
What makes a great book club book? In this episode of Books Around the Block, we break down the key ingredients that spark unforgettable discussions, from moral dilemmas and controversial themes to…
Chapter 46: Our Romance Reading Guide
Looking for your next great romance read? In this episode of Books Around the Block, we’re sharing our ultimate romance reading guide, complete with six romance categories and six book…
Chapter 45: January Reading Wrap-Up + Our February TBR
In this episode, we recap what we read in January and share our February TBR. We talk about the books we loved, the ones that surprised us, and the ones that left us wanting more. We also preview…
Chapter 44: The Correspondent by Virginia Evans Book Club
In this book club episode of Books Around the Block, we discuss The Correspondent by Virginia Evans, a literary novel told through letters and personal reflections. We talk about the epistolary…
Chapter 43: Overhyped, Underhyped, and Appropriately Hyped Books
In this episode of Books Around the Block, we’re breaking down books that are overhyped, underhyped, and appropriately hyped. Each of us brings one book for each category, sharing honest reactions,…
Chapter 42: Our Most Anticipated Book Releases of Q1 2026 (January-March)
New year, new books! In this episode of Books Around the Block, we’re rounding up the most anticipated book releases of Q1 2026, from January through March. We’re talking buzzy new novels, upcoming…
Chapter 41: December Reading Wrap-Up + Our January TBR
We’re wrapping up our December reads and revealing what’s on our January TBR, including four-star favorites, total reading flops, and the books that personally offended us. Join us as we break down…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
S1E34 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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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