The conversation covers news about Ariel Lawhon's upcoming adaptation, reviews of 3 recently released adaptations, and an analysis of the February 2026 Celebrity Book Club Picks for Reese, Jenna, and GMA.

Takeaways

• Read Carpet Report
  • Frozen River Adaptation News
  • Reviews of Bridgerton, Heated Rivalry, & Finding Her Edge
    • Books Like Bridgerton
    • Bridgerton Books in Order
• Katie Couric Book Club Update
• February 2026 Celebrity Book Club Picks
• The Bookmark: Laws of Love and Logic by Debra Curtis
  • Literary Romances

Every Book We Discussed

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Chapters

• 00:00 Read Carpet Report Ft. Bridgerton, Heated Rivalry, & Finding Her Edge
• 8:21 Katie Couric's Book Club
• 16:01 February 2026 Celebrity Book Club Picks Reaction
• 25:46 The Bookmark: The Laws of Love and Logic Review

The conversation covers a range of topics including celebrity book club picks, book adaptations, and new book releases for February. It delves into specific book titles, predictions for book club picks, and the excitement surrounding upcoming TV shows and book adaptations.

Jackie and Kirsten also discuss the potential impact of book club picks on author success and the anticipation of new releases. The conversation covers a range of book club picks, including immigration fiction, lighter fiction choices, family drama and relationships, fantasy and magic, thrillers and suspense, courtroom drama and legal thrillers, heartwarming and emotional picks, and a reader question and conclusion.

Takeaways

• Celebrity book club picks
• Book adaptations
• February book releases
  • https://www.beyondthebookends.com/february-2026-book-releases/
  • https://www.beyondthebookends.com/february-2026-celebrity-book-club-spoilers/

Chapters

• 00:00 Introduction to Celebrity Book Club Picks
• 09:51 Discussion of New Book Releases
• 15:42 Discussion of Fantasy Books About Libraries
• 20:58 Sadeqa Johnson's 'Keeper of Lost Children'
• 26:09 Oprah's Book Club Predictions
• 34:08 The Bookmark Featuring Libby Page's new release

Jackie and Kirsten discuss book adaptations, including the adaptation of 'Lucky' by Marissa Stapley and 'The Agatha Christie Seven Dials' series. They then delve into the theme of thrillers and mystery books about writers, exploring the popularity of such books and their adaptations. The conversation concludes with a discussion of their February book club pick, 'The Christie Affair' by Nina De Gramont.

Takeaways

• Percy Jackson, Lucky, and The Seven Dials were discussed
  • Book Adaptations
• Thrillers and mysteries about writers are popular among book readers.
  • 2026 Reading Challenge
  • Mystery and Thriller Novels About Writers
• Adaptations of thrillers and mysteries about writers often make it to the big screen and are well-received.
• February 2026 Beyond the Bookends Book Club pick is 'The Christie Affair' by Nina De Gramont
  • Beyond the Bookends Book Club Memberships
  • February Celebrity Book Club Spoilers

The Books We Discussed

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Chapters

• 00:00 Introduction to Book Adaptations
• 15:59 Thrillers and Mystery Books About Writers
• 21:56 Upcoming Adaptations and Anne Hathaway's Verity
• 27:10 Exploring Agatha Christie' Disappearance
• 29:51 Celebrity Book Club Predictions

In this episode, Jackie and Kirsten discuss the best celebrity book club picks of 2025. They discuss their thoughts on various book selections, including YA picks, and share their personal favorites.

Takeaways

• Book adaptations and award winners
• Review of The People We Met on Vacation and His & Hers Adaptation
• Discussion of 2025 Celebrity Book Club Picks
  • Reese's Book Club
  • GMA Book Club 2025
  • Oprah Book Club 2025
  • Read with Jenna Book Club 2025
  • Beyond the Bookends Book Club
• They highlight The Fourth Princess by Jamie Chang in this week's Bookmark
• Next week will cover the 2026 Reading Challenge prompt for Mystery and Thriller Books about Writers.

The Books We Discussed

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Chapters

• 00:00 Red Carpet Rundown and Awards
• 12:03 Stephen Colbert's Book Pick
• 22:51 GMA Book Club Picks
• 29:04 Book Club Picks and YA Selections
• 36:11 Best Books of 2025 and Personal Favorites
• 49:16 Upcoming Reading Challenges and Recommendations

In this episode of The Read Carpet Report, hosts Kirsten and Jackie celebrate their nine-year partnership and dive into the world of celebrity book clubs and adaptations. They discuss the latest adaptations coming to Netflix, a new celebrity book club, and the January 2026 picks from the big 5 book clubs. The conversation also touches on the dynamics between Oprah and Reese’s book announcements, the importance of spoilers, and their personal book recommendations.

Takeaways

• The hosts celebrate their nine-year partnership in the book world as Beyond the Bookends
  * Celebrity book clubs are becoming increasingly popular, with new clubs emerging.
  * Adaptations of popular books are a major focus for Netflix this January.
  - His & Hers by Alice Feeney - https://www.beyondthebookends.com/alice-feeney-books-in-order-and-ranked/
  - People We Meet on Vacation by Emily Henry- https://www.beyondthebookends.com/emily-henry-books-ranked/
  * Katie Couric's new book club pick has generated excitement among readers.
  - Top 20 Books of 2025 - https://www.beyondthebookends.com/the-best-books-of-2025/
  - Beyond the Bookends Spoke with Virginia Evans about her book The Correspondent- https://www.beyondthebookends.com/beyond-the-bookends-book-club-memberships/
  * The importance of discussing book spoilers for promoting pre-orders and library requests.
  * The hosts share their thoughts on the latest celebrity book club picks for January.
  - January 2026 Celebrity Book Club Spoilers - https://www.beyondthebookends.com/january-2026-celebrity-book-club-spoilers/
  * Oprah and Reese's book clubs have different focuses, with Oprah leaning towards literary works.
  * The hosts recommend upcoming releases that may not be on listeners' radar.
  - Dandelion is Dead by Rosie Storey- Novels About Grief - https://www.beyondthebookends.com/novels-about-grief/
  * The conversation highlights the emotional depth of literary romances and their appeal.
  * Listener engagement is encouraged for future discussions on favorite book club picks.

Shop The Books

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Chapters

00:00

Introduction to the Red Carpet Report

00:28

Red Carpet Rundown: Celebrity Book Adaptations

02:25

New Celebrity Book Clubs and Picks

04:38

January Celebrity Book Club Picks

07:55

Reese YA and Adult Picks

11:58

Exploring New Releases and Recommendations

13:15

GMA Adult and YA Picks

18:37

Oprah vs. Reese: Celebrity Book Club Dynamics

22:58

The Bookmark and the Epilogue