From the Front Porch
The Bookshelf ThomasvilleWelcome to From the Front Porch, a weekly conversational podcast on books, small business, and life in the South, produced by The Bookshelf, an independent bookstore in Thomasville, Georgia.
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 620 | Founded | 12 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | BooksArtsFiction | |||
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This week on From the Front Porch, Annie recaps the books she read and loved in October. You get 10% off your books when you order your the October Reading Recap Bundle, which features a bundle of some of Annie’s favorite books she read this month.
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This week on From the Front Porch, we have a special treat: a recording of our live show from The Bookshelf’s September 2026 Reader Retreat! In this episode, Annie is joined by special guests, author Joshilyn Jackson, and Hunter and engage in a suspe... more
This week on From the Front Porch, it’s a Literary Therapy session! Our literary Frasier Crane, Annie, is back to answer more of your reading questions and dilemmas. If you have a question you would like Annie to answer in a future episode, you can l... more
This week on From the Front Porch, Annie is speculating what Scully & Mulder (from Fox show The X-Files) might read now, in 2026. If they walked into The Bookshelf, what books would Annie put into their hands? Or what books do we sell that they’ve al... more
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- A nice listen
This pod was recommended based on my listening habits. I like the rapport between the hosts.
Mary Karr was name dropped. She’s a queen on par with Ann patchett. No one else comes close. Might I recommend Sarah’s bookshelves to you?
Personally I’m a little perplexed that the Correspondent seems to appear on every list.
Annie, I like that you offer many suggestions.
You don’t strike me as someone who reads literary fiction, so appreciate you offering many genres which would be audiobooks fo... more
Apple Podcasts3Times readersny
United States19 days ago - Review
I like a lot about this podcast, but a couple of things keep me from regularly listening. I do like it much better when Annie has a partner to talk with and was sorry when the original regular cohost left. Her solo episodes could probably run half as long if she didn’t constantly repeat herself. In a review she will say she really liked a book at least three times or more, and repeats virtually everything else she says. Also, where is the editor? Commercials suddenly begin in the middle of someo... more
Apple Podcasts3debsreadsUnited Statesa month ago - Such joy
My favourite episodes are the New Release Rundowns with Annie, Olivia and Erin, all because of how much fun you all seem to be having together! These episodes always make me smile/laugh out loud, and wish I was part of the gang. Keep at it ladies! And thank you for bringing the joy.
Apple Podcasts5Lils Mic
United Kingdom2 months ago - A nice listen
This pod was recommended based on my listening habits. I like the rapport between the hosts.
Mary Karr was name dropped. She’s a queen on par with Ann patchett. No one else comes close. Might I recommend Sarah’s bookshelves to you?
Personally I’m a little perplexed that the Correspondent seems to appear on every list.
I keep adding to this. Ann patchett is so special that I tho k she’s too elite for everyone. Podcasters really have no right to speak of her. I could because I can relat... more
Apple Podcasts3BookybookynyUnited States4 months ago - Decent
I enjoy the podcast, generally, but any episode with Hunter is unlistenable. I’ve tried and have never been able to make it through longer than 5 minutes.
Apple Podcasts3VeeH20sUnited States6 months ago
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Apple Podcasts | #87 | United States/Arts/Books |
Apple Podcasts | #231 | United States/Arts |
Apple Podcasts | #243 |  Canada/Arts/Books |
Apple Podcasts | #49 |  Netherlands/Arts/Books |
Apple Podcasts | #71 |  Chile/Arts/Books |
Apple Podcasts | #89 |  New Zealand/Arts/Books |
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Frequently Asked Questions About From the Front Porch
What is From the Front Porch about and what kind of topics does it cover?
This show centers on books, small business, and Southern life, blending warm, conversation-driven book discussions with behind-the-scenes store context. Listeners get cozy, community-focused conversations, weekly recommendations, author deep-dives, and practical shopping tips tied to a regional indie bookstore ecosystem. The format leans into personal anecdotes, neighborhood charm, and a collaborative dynamic among regular hosts and staff, making it feel like a chat with trusted friends over coffee. A standout is the strong store-forward angle—promotions, subscriptions, and local-commerce savvy sit alongside literary analysis, offering a distinctive blend of book culture and small-town entrepreneurship that's likely to appeal to readers who... more
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1. Sarah's Bookshelves Live
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From the Front Porch launched 12 years ago and published 620 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.
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Recent guests on From the Front Porch include:
1. Joshilyn Jackson
2. Rioghnach Robinson
3. Chris (Shop Dad)
4. Hunter McClendon
5. Andrew McCarthy
6. Amy Poeppel
7. Ashley Sherlock
8. Morgan Page
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