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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 talk about their most anticipated books for the start of spring. Email us at readingglassespodcast at gmail dot com!

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Recent Guests

Chelsea Stardust
Filmmaker, creator of The Losers Book Club
Losers Book Club LA
Episode: Ep - 454 - Solving All Your Book Club Drama with Chelsea Stardust!
Rebecca Schinsky
Chief of Staff at Book Riot and host of Zero to Well Read
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Episode: Ep 451 - Being Well Read with Rebecca Schinsky!
Meredith Borders
Senior editor at Fangoria and author
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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
Author
Episode: Ep 415 - How Tall is that Ship? Journey Books + Madeleine Roux!

Hosts

Mallory O'Meara
Author and book devourer; co-host; active in publishing and film spaces.
Brea Grant
Filmmaker and e-reader; co-host; active in bookish media and storytelling.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 3.5k ratings
  • Take Your Medicine!

    I listen to Reading Glasses like I drink chicken soup. Why? Because it nourishes my mind and maybe my body too. It's the mind-body connection. TL;DR: Listen to this podcast. It might be good for you.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    FanofMoiraRose
    United Kingdom24 days ago
  • Fun Pod Gets You Back Into Reading!

    As someone who found real difficulty post-pandemic to read, for a while I found audiobooks to be a temporary fix but then fell off that wagon… I missed reading physical books too, and so I gave myself a New Year’s resolution to read one book a month. Then I fortunately heard an ad on another MaxFun podcast about Reading Glasses and gave it a try - SO glad I did!!!

    The hosts are great at sharing all sorts of tips, making you NOT feel like a reading failure and being realistic about individual ... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    rlk125
    United Statesa month ago
  • Queen Glassers

    Brea and Mallory are my GIRLS! They have the ultimate insight, wisdom, and passion for reading in all ways and forms.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Auds1992
    United Statesa month ago
  • Taking a stand yay

    Thanks for not only promoting diversity on your podcast but also calling out the negative effects of AI. I was so happy to hear that you will not be talking endlessly about AI as so many others are doing. Thank you again for celebrating human creativity!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Swedish educator
    Swedena month ago
  • Best podcast for the reading habit

    Seriously, the best. ❤️ Advice on reading itself and new and interesting books.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    AMH957
    United Statesa month ago

Listeners Say

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Listeners appreciate actionable book recommendations and tips for reading more effectively
Some critiques mention heavy use of strong language in places, but overall engagement remains high
Generally very positive about hosts' dynamic and approachable discussion

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How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

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#59
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Ep 453 - Permission to Read - Why We Love Readathons
Q: Allie writes in to say Hi Brea and Mallory, my mom told me I should quit listening to your podcast because we both know my TBR list is long enough for 10 lifetimes, but I just can't stop. Any tips on finding novellas, or tiny books?
They discuss searching for novellas via publishers like tor.com, using quotes around novellas in online searches, checking book sites and library roundups, and asking booksellers or librarians for guidance.
Ep - 454 - Solving All Your Book Club Drama with Chelsea Stardust!
Q: Chelsea, what do you think Hannah should do regarding being tired of romance in the book club?
Chelsea emphasizes taking a break, talking to the group leader, and returning when energy for romance returns, while keeping open communication and offering alternatives or non-romance activities.
Ep 448 - Can You Be Too Critical of a Book?
Q: If you feel like you're not reading a lot of five-star reads, should you lower your standards?
No, you just have a different scale for books, stick with your standards.
Ep 448 - Can You Be Too Critical of a Book?
Q: Is your critique infringing on your enjoyment of this activity?
If you find that you cannot enjoy a book if everything is not perfect, you might have to reflect on your approach to reading.
Ep 448 - Can You Be Too Critical of a Book?
Q: Can you love a book that is not perfect? What do you think?
Yes, absolutely. You can love a book that's not perfect.

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This show centers on practical strategies to enjoy reading more and manage a vibrant reading life. Episodes frequently cover how to build better reading habits, organize bookshelves, and tackle common readers' pain points like book slumps and large TBR piles. The hosts mix book recommendations with show-friendly tips on library use, reading metrics, genre exploration, and creative book marketing ideas—often weaving in listener feedback and light banter. A standout aspect is the duo's approachable, warm dynamic and their ability to translate book culture into actionable takeaways, plus occasional guests that broaden the conversation beyond personal favorites to broader reading trends and publishing perspectives.

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1. Chelsea Stardust
2. Rebecca Schinsky
3. Meredith Borders
4. Kim A. Snyder
5. Alma Katsu
6. Adam Sockel
7. Becky Spratford
8. G from Book Roast

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