
Welcome to Meg's Reading Room! I'm so glad you're here. On this podcast, I share personal and comforting conversations with writers and bookish friends as we reflect on our reading lives. We share the stories we're loving, but also the stories we're living. I hope this time together can be a soft place to land in the middle of your week. Welcome in!
| Publishes | Twice weekly | Episodes | 151 | Founded | 2 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | BooksArtsPersonal JournalsSociety & Culture | |||

Welcome in! On today's episode, I'm joined by Jess Sporaa (@bibliophage.jess). Jess is a self-proclaimed midlife mom of four and bookseller at the cozy Dog-Eared Books in Ames, Iowa. In our conversation, Jess shares how spending her days in a booksto... more
Welcome in, friends. On this week's episode, I'm joined by Amy (@livingwellread) and Jeannie (@reidallday) to discuss our reading lives and favorite books so far this year.
Jeannie:
• The Burning Side
• A House to Call Home
• The House of Hidden Le... more
Welcome in! One of my favorite authors and book friends, Ethan Joella returns to my reading room to discuss his newest novel, THE TOP OF THE WORLD.
Mentioned in this episode:
• The Top of the World
• The Ferryman's Wife
• Heart the Lover
• The Thin... more
It's a true "Meg's" Reading Room today!
In this episode, I'm joined by award-winning and New York Times best-selling author, Meg Medina to discuss her middle grade fantasy novel, GRACIELA IN THE ABYSS -- releasing in paperback on July 7th by Candle... more
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Meg’s Reading Room is like sitting down to a cup of tea or coffee with a dear friend who makes you laugh, think deeply, and encourages you all at the same time. After listening to an episode , you will walk away refreshed and inspired to read more. This podcast is one of my favorites.
What an excellent podcast. Just what I needed.
Meg is such a kind soul and asks such thoughtful questions. I love that her podcast goes deeper than the typical author interviews you hear elsewhere.
I love Meg and her reads and podcasts so much! Her voice is just the calmest thing there is in my chaotic world. She is so very knowledgeable and has the best books and authors on her show. I love all the behind the scenes.
Meg and her podcast guests are always a welcome and calm break in my busy and hectic work day. Thanks, Meg!
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Meg's Reading Room offers warm, intimate conversations with writers, poets, librarians, and other bookish creatives. Across episodes, the show centers on reading life, motherhood, craft, publishing, and the everyday stories that surround books, often weaving in personal resilience and community. The host's gentle, thoughtful style and the inclusive roster of guests create a comforting space for book lovers seeking meaningful takes on literature, life, and culture. A notable strength is the show's diverse guest mix—ranging from debut authors and established writers to librarians and photographers—delivering both literary depth and human connection for a broad audience of readers, writers, and educators who value thoughtful conversation over ... more
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Recent guests on Meg's Reading Room include:
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2. Wendy Lu
3. Paige Classey
4. Margi Preus
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8. Katie Lowe
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