Ep 489: The satisfaction of sinking into a good book

What Should I Read Next?

Anne Bogel

Arts, Books, Leisure

4.8 • 5.1K Ratings

🗓️ 12 August 2025

⏱️ 64 minutes

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Summary

Today's guest isn't only a reader with a specific readerly conundrum, she is also a beloved author. Anne has recommended Julie Berry's work to several past guests, and Julie also joined us over in the Modern Mrs. Darcy Book Club back in 2020. Today, she's here to talk with Anne about writing and discovering smart books with big heart. They also dive into conversation about Julie's independent bookstore and her unexpected path to becoming a bookstore owner. Plus, they discuss Julie's upcoming new release and how she finds books that shine through the clamor of blurbs and endorsements. Anne shares a handful of recommendations with Julie while also inviting her to tell us more about some of her favorites. You'll find the full list of titles mentioned over on our show notes page at whatshouldireadnextpodcast.com/489. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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0:00.0	I am forcing these books on everybody who walks in the store because they're just so brilliant.
0:06.6	And it's so much fun to have customers come back in.
0:09.3	And they're like squawking.
0:10.7	They're like, I had my doubts, but oh my gosh.
0:13.6	And I'm like, I know.
0:15.1	So like, oh, that's the best.
0:22.9	Hey, readers. I'm Ann Bogle, and this is What Should I Read Next?
0:28.5	Welcome to the show that's dedicated to answering the question that plagues every reader.
0:33.4	What should I read next?
0:35.4	We don't get bossy on the show.
0:37.2	What we will do here is give you the information you need to choose your next read.
0:49.4	Readers, if you love connecting with the authors behind your favorite books,
0:52.9	check out a podcast hosted by past guest Zibby Owens. Her Webby Award-winning daily podcast, Totally Booked with Zibby, features
0:59.3	conversations with the authors you already love, and those you're just waiting to discover.
1:03.9	Zibi is a bookstore owner and bestselling author, who you may recall from episode 235.
1:08.9	Every weekday on her podcast, Totally Booked, she sits down with the best,
1:13.0	buzziest, and underrated authors to talk books and more, all in 30 minutes or less. And now,
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