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Reading Through Life

Carrie and Mia
Books
Book Reviews
Reading
Substack
Horror Books
Horror
Bookish Essays
Literary Fiction
Political Climate
Writing
Literary Community
Monthly Recaps
Nonfiction
Romance
Short Stories
Patreon
Reading Habits
Basketball
October
Reading Challenges

Reading Through Life is a podcast by two friends who met online and share a love for all things books. We read widely across genres and believe that everyone should read what they want, no judgments here. Come and join us as we read through life! readingthroughlife.substack.com

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This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit readingthroughlife.substack.com

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Hi, book nerds! We’re really excited to bring these monthly episo... more

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit readingthroughlife.substack.com

*Want to add our podcast directly to your podcast feed? CLICK HERE for all the details.*

Hi, book nerds! We’re really excited to bring these monthly episo... more

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit readingthroughlife.substack.com

*Want to add our podcast directly to your podcast feed? CLICK HERE for all the details.*

Hi, book nerds! We’re really excited to bring these monthly episo... more

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit readingthroughlife.substack.com

*Want to add our podcast directly to your podcast feed? CLICK HERE for all the details.*

Hi, book nerds! We’re really excited to bring these monthly episo... more

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Mia
Co-host; shares personal updates and book insights; central voice in conversations.
Carrie
Co-host responding to Mia and sharing updates; central voice in book discussions.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 252 ratings
  • Bad way to monetize, episodes should add value you want to pay more for - not a 3 min fluff fake epi

    I really liked it but suddenly they only put up 3min episodes that are nothing just to tell you to pay. I understand they need revenue but it’s so annoying when it comes on my feed now I’m

    Unfollowing. I prefer the podcast model where we pay for extra content or like Culture Study adds extra bonus content to end of the same episode so the episodes that are free aren’t pointless. So disappointed when this auto plays in my playlist,

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MmmmMolllllMarvel
    United Statesa year ago
  • What happened?

    I’ve listened to this podcast for years. Suddenly the only uploads in 2025 are previews for paid content. Is the podcast now behind a paywall? I remember at the end of 2024 when you talked about posting more on substack, but I didn’t think the podcast was going to be on substack exclusively. Can you guys post a quick podcast to explain?

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    mary leonard
    United Statesa year ago
  • Informative and enjoyable

    I really enjoy the conversations and honesty of these two women especially as their tastes are quite different. The book recommendations really help me to expand my range of what I’d like to try to read and have more 5 star reading experiences- thanks !!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    SianBlu
    Australiaa year ago
  • Very Good

    🎵Reading through life

    Mindless and careless

    Make sure you’re where less trouble is rife

    Woes are fleeting

    Blows are a-glancin’

    While you’re reading

    THROUGH LIIIIIIIIIIFE!🎵

    Anyway, this is a very good podcast. Keep up the great work!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    🩷Defy Gravity💚
    United Statesa year ago
  • Thank you! Keep up the podcast!

    I love hearing about new books. Your voices are so sweet and cheerful sounding! Please keep up the podcast, it’s the only good one I’ve found that I listen to. It always brightens my day and makes cleaning my room easier and more fun! ❤️ I would like to hear about more YA books.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    maya papaya 14
    United States2 years ago

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Listeners praise the warmth and camaraderie between hosts.
Fans value the broad, spoiler-minimized book recommendations.
Some listeners dislike frequent giggles or lighter tones and prefer deeper analysis.

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What is Reading Through Life about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Two friends share a warm, conversational look at books and daily life, weaving monthly reading stats, personal updates, and ruminations on genres from horror to literary fiction. Episodes balance cozy check-ins with candid book recommendations, thoughtful critiques, and a mix of prize buzz and indie picks. A key draw is the genuine friendship and compatible yet distinct tastes that spark lively, spoiler-minimized conversations and practical reading tips. The format tends to be welcoming for casual readers who want book recs, relatable life snapshots, and a sense of community around the TBR pile.

A notable edge is the duo's clear chemistry and their ability to broaden readers' horizons through diverse picks, while maintaining an accessible,... more

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