
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
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 514 | Founded | 10 years ago |
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We often hear from book club members who are interested in finding the right picks for their reading groups. Today Anne explores a deliciously fun twist on this idea with guest Madeline Janney, an early intervention speech therapist with a unique com... more
Readers, we have a special episode for you today: Anne is talking with one of her favorite authors, Maggie O'Farrell.
They're not just talking about one book, one film, or one story today; instead, their conversation explores the creative process, a... more
Today's guest has been on a long run of three or three-and-a-half-star reads. This isn't bad, but it's not what she's looking for, so she and Anne dive into this conundrum together.
Meredith Wiggins works in library services from her hometown of Law... more
Across the years, we've periodically hosted Ask Anne Anything events in our Patreon community, and today you're hearing a replay of our latest gathering. These live events invite our Patreon community members to submit their burning questions, and An... more
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Just ordered Margo’s Got Money Troubles (hardcover) by Rufi Thorpe after listening to my very first episode of this happily newfound podcast. Can’t wait to receive it next week in the mail. And yes The Pelican Brief Case is a must read.
I love a reading challenge.
Thank you Anne, I’ve enjoyed my adult reading life so much more since finding your podcast a few years back.
I love an pride that has me putting all the books on my TBR and the short nonfiction or historical fiction episode was just the right thing
I’ve discovered some wonderful books from this podcast. The host is warm and welcoming to guests. I enjoy the format. I listen every week.
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Focused on the literary landscape, the show explores the challenges readers face when choosing their next book, especially after finishing a favorite. Host Anne Bogel invites guests, often featuring diverse backgrounds, to share their reading histories, preferences, and recommendations, creating a space for community conversation around literature. Notably, the show emphasizes personal connections to books, offering tailored suggestions that resonate with individual experiences and tastes, making it a valuable resource for avid readers seeking new literary adventures.
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What Should I Read Next? launched 10 years ago and published 514 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.
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Recent guests on What Should I Read Next? include:
1. Meredith Wiggins
2. Callie Dean
3. Kate Mosesso
4. Laura Howard
5. Amber Richcreek
6. Meredith Amadee
7. Michelle Acierno Loftus
8. Kevin Wilson
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