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What Should I Read Next?

Anne Bogel
Book Recommendations
Books
Reading
Reading Life
Literature
Audiobooks
Summer Reading
Historical Fiction
Book Clubs
Non-Fiction
Summer Reading Guide
Literary Fiction
Fiction
Mental Health
2025 Summer Reading Guide
Reading Recommendations
Classics
Nonfiction
Reading Preferences
Modern Mrs Darcy Book Club

What Should I Read Next? is the show for every reader who has ever finished a book and faced the problem of not knowing what to read next. Each week, Anne Bogel, of the blog Modern Mrs Darcy, interviews a reader about the books they love, the books they hate, and the books they're reading now. Then, she makes recommendations about what to read next. The real purpose of the show is to help YOU find... more

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Every year we remind readers that our Summer Reading Guide isn't a list of books you should read, it's a list of books you could read. Today's guest knows that reading is personal, and that's why she's here to get Anne's help figuring out which title... more

Today's book lover is seeking a literary doorway into the creative world of art and museums.

Kristine Parsons doesn't have an art background. She works as a county road commission manager in Michigan, yet she is fascinated by art and museums, and fi... more

This week, Anne is sharing an excerpt from our 2026 Summer Reading Guide Live Unboxing. To mark our 15th Guide, we’re inviting you to listen in as she tells you all about this year's Minimalist Picks.

During our Summer Reading Guide Unboxing, Anne g... more

I am delighted to welcome our Modern Mrs Darcy Book Club Community Manager, Ginger Horton, back to the show to talk about this year's 15th annual Summer Reading Guide and dive into all things summer reading.

Ginger has been collaborating on the Guid... more

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Recent Guests

Lee Weick
A Michigan-dwelling former teacher and grandmother who loves reading a lot of long and short books
Former teacher, World Orphans staff (mentioned in episode)
Episode: Ep 524: Short books that still feel substantial
Cheryl Drury
Guest with a Great Books reading project and Classics focus
Charleston, South Carolina
Episode: Ep 523: Some people read the Great Books, so why not me?
Angela Frith
K-12 curriculum developer; member of Modern Mrs Darcy Book Club and What Should I Read Next Patreon
Modern Mrs Darcy / What Should I Read Next Patreon
Episode: Ep 522: Keeping things light in my reading life
Kate Scarth
Chair of LM Montgomery Studies; professor and Montgomery Institute collaborator
LM Montgomery Studies / University of Prince Edward Island
Episode: Ep 521: Everything L.M. Montgomery and how to build a deeper reading roster
Kelly Krause
First‑grade teacher from Northwest Arkansas, avid reader with a personal curriculum
Self‑identified reader and podcast guest
Episode: Ep 520: Why are so many promising-sounding titles not working for me?
Mary Pogue
Digital marketing strategist and reader based in St. Louis; initiator of the Read the USA project
Independent reader/Project founder
Episode: Ep 519: Let's plan a Read the USA project
Tzipi Turner
Director of special education; Jane Austen completist and aspiring reader
School district, Phoenix area
Episode: Ep 517: Seeking contemporary novels to complement Jane Austen classics
Ruth Werwai
Reader from Vancouver, Canada living in Germany; book-club partner with sister
Independent reader (with sister)
Episode: Ep 516: Don't overthink your buddy reads
Holly Dyer
A mom and classical musician from Massachusetts, passionate about reading and book clubs.
Episode: Ep 515: I can't read all the books, and that's okay

Host

Anne Bogel
Host of What Should I Read Next? and a central voice behind the show, guiding conversations and recommendations.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 6.4k ratings
  • The ads 😩

    I used to LOVE this podcast but the amount of ads are OBNOXIOUS! I hate to say it, but it’s not worth it honestly. I also feel like she gives way too many plot points away when describing a book. I just want introduced, not the first half of the book ruined.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Joivjsgj
    United States14 days ago
  • Started listening a couple years ago

    This is a fantastic podcast about books. I love that Anne spends most of the time talking with regular readers!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Abctjb
    United Statesa month ago
  • Reading Joy

    This podcast has turned out to be the missing piece of my reading life that I never knew I needed. It’s absolutely fabulous; highly recommend!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Carly Reads
    United States2 months ago
  • Do you read? Listen in!

    Longtime listener here. If it is possible to have a comfort-food equivalent in a podcast, this is it: Mac ā€˜n cheese, chicken soup, apple pie…it never fails to satisfy, to conjure up a desire to dig into a new read, and to bask in the joy that is the reading life.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    OspreyMama
    United States2 months ago
  • One of my favourite book podcasts

    I love this show and is one of my favourite book themed podcasts which is high praise as I follow and listen to quite a few some fall by the wayside but MMD is a constant and wanted to show my appreciation and love for this wonderful show

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    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Anna Simms
    United Kingdom2 months ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Some feedback calls out long ad segments and pacing differences in certain episodes.
Listeners praise warm, welcoming hosts and strong book recommendations.
Audience notes that episodes balance practical reading advice with thoughtful discussion.

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#11
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#37
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#27
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#81
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#91
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#204
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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Ep 525: Get ready for a reading retreat
Q: For those who don't know, tell us more.
Ginger explains the Summer Reading Guide, its themes, the minimalist version release, and how the Guide supports readers with curated picks, community events, and unboxings.
Ep 521: Everything L.M. Montgomery and how to build a deeper reading roster
Q: Kate, what are you focusing on in your reading life right now?
She is drawn to ghost stories and books about houses, while also continuing to explore literary women and historical settings, with a preference for works where detective work, investigation, and place play central roles.
Ep 518: Striking a feel-good balance in your reading life
Q: What's top of mind for you right now?
The guest wants to carve out time for reading for pleasure and explores how to balance work-related reading with personal reading, including using book clubs strategically to manage workload.
Ep 516: Don't overthink your buddy reads
Q: What are the three books Ruth and her sister might read next together?
They discuss a mix of translated literary fiction, a thriller that echoes Jillian McAllister's style, and a memoir-ish volume that could fuel conversations about family and sisterhood across distance.
Ep 515: I can't read all the books, and that's okay
Q: Holly, what are you looking for in your reading life right now?
Holly is looking for ways to change up her reading selections and specifically expressed interest in exploring speculative fiction and short stories.

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A broadly focused book-reamination show where a thoughtful host invites a range of readers to discuss the books they love, the ones they didn't, and what they're reading now. Episodes typically feature a warm, conversational dynamic, practical reading-life tips, and tailored recommendations for finding what to read next. Guests include librarians, teachers, book-club organizers, and devoted readers offering varied perspectives on genres, themes, and how to balance reading life with daily life. A notable strength is the host's knack for turning conversations into concrete next-read suggestions, while sponsorship messages are woven into episodes in a natural way. Listeners often come away with new titles, curated series ideas, and a clearer s... more

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1. Lee Weick
2. Cheryl Drury
3. Angela Frith
4. Kate Scarth
5. Kelly Krause
6. Mary Pogue
7. Tzipi Turner
8. Ruth Werwai

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