Ep 279: Read these books when you need a good cry

What Should I Read Next?

Anne Bogel

Books, Arts, Leisure

4.8 • 5.3K Ratings

🗓️ 20 April 2021

⏱️ 44 minutes

🔗️ Recording | iTunes | RSS

🧾️ Download transcript

Summary

Over the years Ahtoosa Dale sent in multiple submissions to be on What Should I Read Next, each one reflecting her ever-evolving reading taste. Since that first submission way back in 2016, her reading life has changed tremendously. Now, as a lawyer and a mom with a packed schedule, she’s more willing than she once was to set certain books aside. And as an adult, she’s looking for relatable characters—especially if the book explores the immigrant experience. But Ahtoosa will never say no to a good mystery, or a book that explores the range of human emotions. Ahtoosa specifically requested books that will give her a good cry, so on today's episode I’m recommending a few heartfelt books to bring on the tears, plus a propulsive page-turner in one of her go-to genres. Find the list of books we talk about today and a full transcript that you can follow along while you're listening on our website. You can fill out your own guest submission form on our website. Thanks to our sponsors: Rothy’s shoes are seamless and fully machine washable, making them ultra comfortable and ultra convenient. Every time they need a refresh, you can simply toss them in the washing machine! They’re simple, comfy, and they go with everything. Through May 9th 2021, you can get $20 off your first purchase of $100 or more at Rothys.com/READNEXT. Betabrand pants look good, feel comfortable, and they’re easy to wear with any outfit. Whatever your style, they have the pants to match. What Should I Read Next listeners can take 30% off your first order at Betabrand.com/READNEXT. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Transcript

Click on a timestamp to play from that location

0:00.0	My mood just changes and he's like, what's wrong?
0:02.5	And I'm like, I'm just angry because of this book.
0:05.1	And he's like, oh, okay, as long as you're okay.
0:07.6	I don't know.
0:09.8	Hey readers, I'm Ann Boko, and this is What Should I Read Next Episode 2-79.
0:15.1	Welcome to the show that's dedicated to answering the question that
0:18.0	plagues every reader. What Should I Read Next?
0:21.1	We don't get bossy on the show. What we will do here is give you the information you need
0:25.4	to choose your next read. Every week we'll talk all things books and reading
0:29.1	and do a little literary matchmaking with one guest.
0:33.8	Readers, my kids are counting the days until school is over.
0:37.0	That's not really a comment about school as much as we all love to look forward to something
0:41.2	and counting down the days builds that anticipation.
0:44.0	They do it for their birthdays too. I do it for my book releases.
0:47.0	And now we're starting a new countdown.
0:49.3	Today's episode is out April 20th, just one month before our Summer Reading Guide Unboxing
0:54.0	event. This is a live book party where I share this year's Summer Reading Guide titles
0:58.4	one by one with members of our Patreon community. And I do it before we release the guide to the
1:03.3	public. Four days early to be precise. So you get to gather with fellow readers,
1:08.1	join the What Should I Read Next team in celebrating the reading season to come,
1:11.2	and get a behind the scenes look at how the guide comes together.
1:14.4	If you've gotten the guide in the past, you know I put a lot of work into writing short and
	...

Please login to see the full transcript.

Previous episode | Next episode

Disclaimer: The podcast and artwork embedded on this page are from Anne Bogel, and are the property of its owner and not affiliated with or endorsed by Tapesearch.

Generated transcripts are the property of Anne Bogel and are distributed freely under the Fair Use doctrine. Transcripts generated by Tapesearch are not guaranteed to be accurate.