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Want to learn how to make the most of your reading life? Join Brea Grant and Mallory O’Meara every week as they discuss tips and tricks for reading better! Listeners will learn how to vanquish their To-Be-Read piles, get pointers on organizing their bookshelves and hear reviews on the newest reading gadgets. Brea and Mallory also offer advice on bookish problems. How do you climb out of a reading ... more

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Brea and Mallory wrap up their year in reading. Plus, they reveal the 2026 Reading Glasses (Glasses) Challenge! Email us at readingglassespodcast at gmail dot com!

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Brea and Mallory pick their favorite book covers of 2025. Plus they interview Alonso Duralde about his new Christmas movie book, and give ideas for gifts for ereaders. Email us at readingglassespodcast at gmail dot com!

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Brea and Mallory discuss what goes into making a best-of book list. Plus, they interview Meredith Borders from Fangoria about their new book, and recommend immersive books. Email us at readingglassespodcast at gmail dot com!

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Recent Guests

Alonso Duralde
Film critic, podcaster, and author
Episode: Ep 440 - Best Book COVERS of the Year + Alonso Duralde!
Meredith Borders
Senior editor at Fangoria and author
Fangoria
Episode: Ep 439 - How to Make a Best of List + Meredith from Fangoria!
Kim A. Snyder
Oscar nominated and Peabody Award winning director and producer
Episode: Ep 436 - Most Anticipated for November & December + THE LIBRARIANS!
Alma Katsu
Author known for horror and historical fiction
Episode: Ep 435 - Human Monsters + Alma Katsu!
Adam Sockel
Debut author and friend of the show
Episode: Ep 432 - Hot Tips for Focusing on Reading + Adam Sockel!
Becky Spratford
Author and horror librarian
Author of "Why I Love Horror"
Episode: Ep 429 - Aging Up Your Book Taste + Becky Spratford!
G from Book Roast
The creator of the Cawpile spreadsheet
Book Roast
Episode: Ep 419 - Mid-Year Goal Check in and G from Book Roast Talks CAWPILE!
Madeleine Roux
Author known for her fantasy and YA works, including a new book featuring dark fairy tale elements
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Episode: Ep 415 - How Tall is that Ship? Journey Books + Madeleine Roux!
Clay McLeod Chapman
author
Episode: Ep 396 - Most Anticipated Books for the Start of 2025 + Clay McLeod Chapman!

Hosts

Mallory O'Meara
Author and book devourer.
Brea Grant
Filmmaker and e-reader.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 3.4k ratings
  • I love this show much!

    Really got be back into reading after a long dry spell.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jackpine86
    United States7 days ago
  • Favorite Book Podcast

    Reading Glasses has introduced me to new books, authors, and ways of reading. It’s a must listen every week; if you like books or WANT to like books, give it a listen!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jackity j
    United States14 days ago
  • Fantastic podcast

    I adore this podcast. I have found out about so many amazing books that are outside of my usual genre thanks to this podcast. It has broadened my horizons, and introduced me to some of my favourite books yet. It’s always a pleasure to listen to Brea and Mallory.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jasmine.Gray
    Canada17 days ago
  • Always a joy

    This is a great podcast. It feels like being in a chat with friends. They make everyone feel welcome and honestly do what they can to answer questions and make your reading life better. I always love having a new podcast in my feed.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Silverilix
    Canada18 days ago
  • Joy and Happiness

    This show had expanded by reading life and has brought me joy on so many levels.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    asiamsyt
    United States24 days ago

Listeners Say

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Many find the podcast helpful in expanding their reading habits and overcoming reading slumps.
Listeners appreciate the engaging and humorous dynamic between the hosts.
The community aspect is a significant highlight for listeners, enhancing their reading experience through shared insights.
A common sentiment is the podcast's encouraging and inclusive approach to diverse reading styles and preferences.
Overall, it is praised for its rich content and entertaining presentation, making it a top recommendation for book lovers.

Chart Rankings

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Talking Points

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Ep 440 - Best Book COVERS of the Year + Alonso Duralde!
Q: What is your Christmas wheelhouse?
I tend to gravitate towards queer Christmas romances, and I love a fake fiancé trope.
Ep 440 - Best Book COVERS of the Year + Alonso Duralde!
Q: What are your favorite Christmas books?
Christmas of Biography and the Jeanette Winterson compilation Christmas Days are some of my favorite Christmas books.
Ep 440 - Best Book COVERS of the Year + Alonso Duralde!
Q: Do you have any other favorite Christmas book to movie adaptations?
A Christmas story is an adaptation of various Gene Shepard stories and is my personal favorite Christmas movie.
Ep 440 - Best Book COVERS of the Year + Alonso Duralde!
Q: What is your favorite adaptation of A Christmas Carol?
My personal favorite is the Albert Finney musical version Scrooge from 1970.
Ep 437 - So Many Magical Cafes - Our Favorite Establishments in Books!
Q: What do we think about Jill's library situation?
They discuss the importance of library usage for statistics, affirming that even if Jill disagrees with the city decision, she could still support the county library to improve its numbers.

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2. Meredith Borders
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