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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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Mallory and Brea discuss the term “well-read” with special guest Rebecca Schinsky, chief of staff at Bookriot! Plus, they recommend fiction books for non-fiction readers and solve a problem about putting books down. Email us at readingglassespodcast ... more

Brea and Mallory tick off a box on the 2026 Reading Glasses Challenge: read a genre or subgenre you’ve never tried! Plus, they talk about how to figure out which bookstores to support, and recommend literary fiction for SFF readers. Email us at readi... more

Brea and Mallory debate length of time read vs books read as a metric for tracking your reading. Plus, they solve a book tech problem about library eBooks, and discuss putting spicy romance in Little Free Libraries. Email us at readingglassespodcast ... more

Brea and Mallory discuss whether or not you can be too critical with books. Plus, they talk about what to do with dust jackets and recommend books that are out in mass market paperback. Email us at readingglassespodcast at gmail dot com!

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Recent Guests

Rebecca Schinsky
Chief of Staff at Book Riot and host of Zero to Well Read
Book Riot
Episode: Ep 451 - Being Well Read with Rebecca Schinsky!
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
Author
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 3.5k ratings
  • One of my favorite podcasts!

    I love the podcast! It’s so wholesome. Brea and Mallory’s dynamic is terrific!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Thinkerboutit
    Germany2 months ago
  • Wanted to love it

    This could have been a five star review. I really enjoy the way the hosts discuss all sorts of topics related to the reading life. However, it is spoiled for me by Mallory’s nonstop use of the F bomb.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Retired tinknocker
    United States2 months ago
  • Reignited my love of reading!

    Brea and Mallory give super actionable advice (eg. straight up teach you how to really use the library) that has revolutionized my reading.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    All day I dream about serial
    United States2 months ago
  • Funny and useful

    I get a lot of great book leads from this show. The way the hosts talk about reading and HELP their listeners address their bookish concerns is a total delight.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    SugaT2
    United States2 months ago
  • Fun & Inspiring Listen

    Reading Glasses is a hug in a podcast! I love learning about new books and finding ways to improve my reading life.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    NLWoulfe
    United States2 months 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.

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#34
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#189
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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

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.
Ep 447 - Queernorm Books and How to Schedule Library Holds!
Q: Do you have any advice on how to better schedule my read so that I stay on top of my library books?
Limit the number of books you check out from the library, and prioritize the ones you are most excited about.
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.

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The content focuses on enhancing one's reading experience by providing practical tips, engaging discussions, and expert insights on various aspects of literature and reading habits. Topics include managing To-Be-Read lists, bookshelf organization, and navigating challenges like reading slumps. Uniquely, it fosters a sense of community among readers through listener interactions and feedback, making it not just informative but also interactive for book lovers. Every episode delivers fresh book recommendations, discussions on changes in reading trends, and addresses various readerly dilemmas, appealing to a diverse audience with varying interests in literature.

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2. Meredith Borders
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