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Books with Betsy

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Books with Betsy is a podcast that celebrates the reading life of all readers. Each week, Betsy interviews a different person about their reading life. Listen for book recommendations, reading tips, and to join in the joy that reading brings. And remember, anyone who reads is a reader.

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On this episode, Rebecca Tucker, who is working on writing her own fantasy novel, talks about how reading was incentivized for her at an early age but had ups and downs in her reading later in life. We also talk about some great fantasy novels and I ... more

On this episode, Eirien, author of The Riven War, discusses her love of fantasy, including a classic series that I really believe is underrated. She also talks about her first moment understanding the power of a book, how she looks for books that spe... more

On this episode, Marla Taviano, writer and poet, who has a very fun project she’s attempting to complete before her 50th birthday talks about her love for annotating books, why she loves to read writers on writing, and her bookstagram project that gr... more

On this episode, Laura Ustick and Emily Bogaert  join me to discuss the most recent Off Color Book Club book, North Woods by Danel Mason.

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Recent Guests

Samiksha Gaur
A mom who enjoys dark romance and engages in bookish social media.
Episode: Episode 59 - Picked it Up Out of FOMO with Samiksha Gaur
Jess Abra Sandy
A self-described lapsed opera singer and cybersecurity expert
Episode: Episode 58 - Challenges My Expectations with Jess Abra Sandy
Caroline Pilman
Fellow Chicago Public Schools teacher
Chicago Public Schools
Episode: Episode 57 - It's Not Cheating with Caroline Pilman
Meara McNitt
A social media professional who loves stories of all types.
Episode: Episode 56 - Feels Folkloric with Meara McNitt
Austin Waters
Friend of Betsy from high school, journalism and English major.
Trader Joe's
Episode: Episode 55 - Competitive Reading with Austin Waters
Chelsey Stone
Freelance writer and book tour leader
Episode: Episode 54 - Take My Books Where They Belong with Chelsey Stone
Hannah Gordon
A fellow CPS teacher and avid reader
Episode: Episode 52 - My Entire Life is Words with Hannah Gordon
Christopher Hermelin
Host of So Many Damn Books
So Many Damn Books
Episode: Episode 51 - More Beautiful Thoughts with Christopher Hermelin of So Many Damn Books
Mary Hopper Welander
Choral conductor and Betsy's mother.
Episode: Episode 50 - How to Raise a Reader with Mary Hopper Welander

Host

Betsy Tomczak
Host of the podcast, Betsy Tomczak engages with guests from various literary paths to explore their reading lives and share book recommendations.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 38 ratings
  • Love your show!

    Love listening to your show and always learning about new books ❤️

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    mferw
    United States13 days ago
  • New discovery

    I just listened to your Melissa Julwan episode. Yay! I am so glad to have found you.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ansleystreetpress
    United States3 months ago
  • Never knew how much fun I could have listening to readers talk about the books they love!

    The concept is so simple: ask avid readers how and what they like to read. And I’m loving it! In the several episodes I’ve listened to so far, I’ve found something to ponder and something in common with each of the readers, leaving me feeling connected to the reading community. Keep up the great work, Betsy!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Chelsey_S
    United States6 months ago
  • Great book podcast

    Really loving this pod. The host is incredibly well read and always has such a great rapport with guests. Highly recommended!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    KeenLit25
    United Kingdom8 months ago
  • Enjoyed my first episode!

    I found this podcast by searching author Ann B Ross of the Miss Julia series. I started out with an audiobook purchased for $1 at my local library. I have since read about 1/2 the series as I need audio or large print books. It was fun listening to the guest describe her experience with the series and especially listing favorite recommendations. I don’t belong to a book club but this podcast gave me the feeling of being a podcast book club member!! Thank you!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    happiereview
    United States8 months ago

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Some listeners say the episodes provide comfort and connection, reminiscent of a book club atmosphere.
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Feedback indicates that the discussions often inspire listeners to read more or explore new genres.
The podcast creates a strong sense of community among readers and celebrates diverse literary experiences.

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Talking Points

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Episode 49 - Read Everything All the Time with Alayna Mills
Q: Do you track your reading?
Alayna mentions using Storygraph for tracking her reading and aims to read more diversely each year.
Episode 49 - Read Everything All the Time with Alayna Mills
Q: What are your preferred book vibes?
Alayna states she reads widely across genres, including romance, nonfiction, and poetry.
Episode 49 - Read Everything All the Time with Alayna Mills
Q: How did you get into reading?
Alayna shares that she was a voracious reader from a young age and enjoyed teaching her younger sisters how to read.
Episode 46 - The Struggle for Good with Maggie Brennan
Q: Do you track your reading? If you do, what part of that is important to you?
I track my reading in an Excel document and a tiny book journal for more detailed reflections.
Episode 46 - The Struggle for Good with Maggie Brennan
Q: How did you get into reading? What are some early reading memories for you?
I was very lucky that I had parents who loved reading themselves, and growing up in a house with books made me a reader.

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What is Books with Betsy about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A vibrant exploration of reading culture, this podcast highlights the unique narratives of individual readers through insightful interviews. Each episode features guests from various backgrounds discussing their personal reading journeys, favorite genres, and recommendations, creating a welcoming atmosphere for book lovers to connect with diverse literary experiences. Topics often range from indie authors and dark romance to children's literature and the influence of libraries, making it a rich resource for anyone passionate about books and reading communities. This podcast celebrates all readers, emphasizing that anyone who reads is indeed a reader, and seeks to foster a sense of belonging within the literary world by sharing stories that ... more

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3. Caroline Pilman
4. Meara McNitt
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7. Hannah Gordon
8. Christopher Hermelin

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