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A bookish podcast, featuring two friends who love spending time reading and sharing great books. In each episode, we will introduce a stack of books that are tied together with a common connection to help to take a deeper dive into each story. We want to provide a space to talk books that is friendly and deep, with a little hint of geek.

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In this episode we are bringing you a Shorty…an episode with just 2 books, and we hope it might be just what you need!  Our short stack is tied together with the common theme of being Homework we assigned to one another.  We hope yo... more

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In this episode our bundle of books is tied together with the theme of  If You Liked This...Then Read That.  We're sure these will hit the mark!

Featured Books:

• The Leaving Room by Amber McBride - The Ferryman and His Wife by Fr... more

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In this episode we are doing Brit Lit books...Leslie brings 2 books that are quintessentially British with some familiar characters and Laura's books are both by British authors but bring something a bit different.  Either way we ho... more

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In this episode our stack of books is tied together with the common theme of Celebrating Judy Blume.  We have books written by Blume and also books written about her.  Either way you are invited to the party!

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Laura Pleasence
Host of Book Bumble; frequent presence across episodes; collaborates closely with co-host.
Leslie Hopping
Co-host of Book Bumble; regular contributor to discussions and stacks.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 88 ratings
  • Good job!

    I love your podcast! Your reviews are thorough, yet succinct, with no spoilers. Thank you for sticking to the topic and not spending too much time with idle chit-chat.

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    5
    Silly Old Poo
    United Statesa year ago
  • A new favorite

    Love the concept of book recs on a common theme. Thanks!

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    5
    BB girl 20
    United Statesa year ago
  • Love this pod cast!

    These ladies keep my request page filled for our local library! So many great books, only problem is not enough time to read them all!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Tami_K
    United Statesa year ago
  • Wonderful!!!

    Leslie and Laura offer a podcast full of book recommendations and comforting, intelligent, classy banter on a theme. So worth my time! Love!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Wmnindashu
    United States2 years ago
  • Book friends!

    I feel like these ladies are my friends! I would love to sit with them, have some coffee and talk (and laugh) about the books we've read!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    vkm73
    United States2 years ago

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Praise for the hosts' friendship and knowledgeable, thoughtful discussions about craft and setting.
Fans say conversations feel like a comfortable, cozy book club with smart recommendations.
Listeners appreciate the warm, friendly vibe and genuine bookish enthusiasm.
Many praise discovering backlist titles and library-friendly picks.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Book Bumble

What is Book Bumble about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Two friends curate themed book stacks and dive into how connections between titles illuminate broader themes, settings, and authorial choices. Across recent episodes, they explore literary pairings and backlists, discuss how setting acts as a character, and share personal reading histories in a warm, chatty, book-club vibe. Notable strengths include thoughtful theme-driven stacks, accessible commentary on craft and research, and a welcoming dynamic that makes diverse readers feel included. The format consistently favors thoughtful recommendations, cross-title comparisons, and library-friendly choices that many listeners can source from libraries or backlists.

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