In this episode of Chapter One and Beyond, I dive into the classics that once intimidated me, the ones I was forced to read in school, and the timeless stories I now appreciate. From dusty required reading to novels I can’t wait to revisit, I’m sharing personal reflections, reading revelations, and why classics aren’t just for classrooms.

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In this bonus episode, I’m diving into Watermoon by Samantha Sotto Yambao—exploring its haunting beauty, emotional layers, and mythological threads. There is some spoilers in this episode just to warn you! so if you haven’t finished it yet, consider this your warning! Let’s talk fate, love, and what lingers in the rain-soaked streets of Manila.

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It's time for a TBR check-in and midyear reading goal check-in! I’m sharing what I’ve read recently, what’s still haunting my shelves, and unfortunately confession time to all my fellow listeners. If you’re overwhelmed by your TBR or curious what’s worth keeping, tune in for honest takes and bookish vibes. Thank you all so much for the support!

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Why do some fantasy books sit unread on our shelves for years—even when everyone swears they’re must-reads? In this episode of Chapter One and Beyond, I dive into the fantasy novels that have haunted my TBR the longest and the ones I picked up (or avoided) due to major BookTok and BookTube hype.

From long-forgotten series starters to overhyped bestsellers, I’m unpacking the guilt, peer pressure, and endless promise of “someday.” If you’ve ever stared down your fantasy backlog and whispered “maybe next month,” this one’s for you.

🎧 Tune in for:

Fantasy TBR confessions

Thoughts on hyped vs. hidden gems

Book Tropes love them vs hate them vs don't give a s&#t

What I might finally read next

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In this bonus episode, I recap everything I read in May — the good, the surprising, and the DNF-worthy — and share what’s on my June TBR. From thrillers and fantasy to horror reads, I’m diving into it all. Got recs for what I should read next? Let me know! 📚 Join the Book Club: https://discord.gg/7DJMC82g #readingwrapup #juneTBR #bookpodcast #bookish #TBRpile

These books have been staring at me from my shelf for years. In this episode, I finally tackle some of the oldest titles on my TBR and share what I thought — were they worth the wait, or should they have stayed dusty? If you’ve ever avoided a book for no good reason, this one’s for you. 📚 Join the Book Club: https://discord.gg/7DJMC82g #bookpodcast #tbrpile #bookish #readingjourney #longTBR

🎙️Welcome to Chapter One and Beyond—a cozy bookish podcast where I tackle my physical TBR one page at a time. In this intro episode, I share who I am, why I’m starting this show in 2025, & what to expect: reviews, reading updates, & bookish trends. If you love horror, fantasy, thrillers, or growing your TBR, you’re in the right place. 📚 Join the Book Club: https://discord.gg/7DJMC82g #bookish #TBRpodcast