What if the women history forgot were actually the women who changed everything?

In this episode we’re diving into the fascinating historical fiction of Marie Benedict. Known for bringing remarkable women from history out of the shadows, Benedict’s novels explore the lives, relationships, struggles, and accomplishments of women whose stories deserve a closer look.

We’ll talk about some of our favorite Marie Benedict books, the historical figures she brings to life, and what we love (and sometimes question!) about her approach to historical fiction. From famous names to lesser-known women, these stories give us plenty to discuss—and plenty of reasons to add another book to our reading lists!

So grab a cup of something cozy and join us as we explore the books of Marie Benedict.

Titles mentioned in this episode:

The Personal Librarian by Marie Benedict

The Only One in the Room by Marie Benedict

The Book Woman of Troublesome Creek By Kim Michele Richardson

The Giver of Stars by Jojo Moyes

The Pirate Queen by Ariel Lawhon

Edenbrooke by Julianne Donaldson

The First Ladies by Marie Benedict

Queens Crime by Marie Benedict

The Other Einstein by Marie Benedict

The Blue Castle by L.M. Montgomery

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What books made you fall in love with reading? In this episode, we’re taking a trip down memory lane and revisiting some of our favorite childhood reads! We’ll talk about the stories we loved, the characters we still remember, and what happens when we return to those beloved books years later. Do they still hold up? Do we see them differently as adults? And which childhood favorites have earned a permanent place on our bookshelves? Join us for a nostalgic conversation about the books that helped shape us as readers.

Titles mentioned in this episode:

Superfudge byJudy Blume

Tales of the Fourth Grade Nothing by Judy Blume

Are You There God? It's Me, Margaret by Judy Blume

Hunt, Gather, Parent by Michaeleen Doucleff

The Anxious Generation by Jonathan Haidt

Judy Blume: A Life by Mark Oppenheimer

Are You There Reader? It's Me, Judy by Nora Gallatin

Otherwise Known As Sheila the Great by Judy Blume

Adam of the Road by Elizabeth Janet Gray

Charlotte's Web by E. B. White

Matilda by Roald Dahl

James and the Giant Peach by Roald Dahl

The BFG by Roald Dahl

The Twits by Roald Dahl

The Little House Series by Laura Ingalls Wilder

The Wind in the Willows by Kenneth Grahame

Trumpet of the Swan by E.B. White

Pack your bags—but keep your feet up! In this episode we’re going on an armchair adventure through the pages of our favorite books. We’re talking about stories set in places we’d love to visit, from charming towns and historic cities to faraway destinations that make us want to book a ticket immediately.

Come along as we share the books that have fueled our travel dreams, the places they’ve brought to life for us, and why sometimes the best way to explore a new destination is from the comfort of your favorite reading chair. 📚✈️

Titles mentioned in this episode:

A Million Miles in a Thousand Years by Donald Miller

The Wheel on the School by Meindert DeJong

A Single Shard by Linda Sue Park

A Long Walk to Water by Linda Sue Park

I, Juan de Pareja by Elizabeth Borton de Trevino

Jane of Lantern Hill by L.M. Montgomery

Monsoon Mansion by Cinelle Barnes

What the Wind Knows by Amy Harmon

The Bungalow by Sarah Jio

The Seven Sisters by Lucinda Riley

Yesteryear by Caro Claire Burke

The Long Winter by Laura Ingalls Wilder

Little Town on the Prairie by Laura Ingalls Wilder

Meet Me in Paris by Kristin Harmel

The Stolen Life of Colette Marceau by Kristin Harmel

Memoirs of a Geisha by Arthur Golden

Molokai'i by Alan Brennert

Grandma for Christmas by Alta Halverson Seymour

The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo by Stieg Larsson

Running or Your Life by Lopez Lomong

Emma M. Lion Series by Beth Brower