Book Talk, etc.
Tina @tbretc and Hannah @hanpickedbooks
A book recommendation podcast that's bound to grow your TBR!
- 1 hour 10 minutesStrangely Endearing Heroines + Reading Weird Girl Books
In Episode 209 of Book Talk, Etc., Tina and Hannah are sharing thoughts on weird girl books! In this episode we share some books that worked for us, some that missed the mark, and discuss some heroines that we found strangely endearing and relatable - even in their weird quirks.
If you prefer other shopping options, you can find today’s books on Bookshop.org or Blackwell's. Purchasing through these links supports us with a small commission, at no extra cost to you.
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Junk Journaling (T)
Prime Drinks (H)
Latest Read
What Kind of Paradise | Janelle Brown (T)
Heartwood | Amity Gaige (H)
Weird Girl Books
Immaculate Conception | Ling Ling Huang (T)
Victorian Psycho | Virginia Feito (H)
Sky Daddy | Kate Folk (T)
Deadly Animals | Marie Tierney (H)
Shelf Addition
The Widow | John Grisham (T)
August Lane | Regina Black (H)
If you enjoy our commercial-free podcast, please consider supporting us on Patreon! Your membership will give you access to our exclusive bonus episodes, including Niche Novels, Books We DNFed, and What's in the Mailbag! Plus, you’ll receive invites to monthly events like Mood Reader Happy Hour and Bookstore Browsing, and a private Facebook group and Discord server where you can interact with other fans of the show... all for just $5 a month!
Let's Connect...
Email us at booktalketc@gmail
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Jonathan IG @infiltrate_jay
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Renee's Substack Newsletter , IG@Itsbooktalk8 July 2025, 9:00 am - 1 hour 8 minutesBest Books We’ve Read This Year… So Far
In Episode 208 of Book Talk, Etc., Tina and Hannah reflect on their reading year so far with fun bookish superlatives, surprising standouts, and, of course, their favorite reads of 2025 (so far)!
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Links to all the books mentioned: https://amzn.to/3GgEcOW
Latest Read:
Superlatives:
The Secret History of the Rape Kit
Favorites:
Bat Eater and Other Names for Cora Zeng
Current Read
If you enjoy our commercial-free podcast, please consider supporting us on Patreon! Your membership will give you access to our exclusive bonus episodes, including Niche Novels, Books We DNFed, and What's in the Mailbag! Plus, you’ll receive invites to monthly events like Mood Reader Happy Hour and Bookstore Browsing, and a private Facebook group and Discord server where you can interact with othe
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Tina's TikTok , IG @tbretc YT @tbretc
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Jonathan IG @infiltrate_jay
Podcast IG @booktalketc
Renee's Substack Newsletter , IG@Itsbooktalk1 July 2025, 9:00 am - 46 minutes 38 secondsJuly Books on the Radar (2025)
In Episode 207 of Book Talk, Etc., Tina and Hannah are sharing their July Books on the radar. We also share some thoughts on two buzzy new releases that we read and had strong feelings about!
If you prefer other shopping options, you can find today’s books on Bookshop.org or Blackwell's. Purchasing through these links supports us with a small commission, at no extra cost to you.
Loving Lately
Christine - How Long Does it Take (T)
Book Page (H)
Latest Read
Atmosphere | Taylor Jenkins Reid (T)
The Knight and the Moth | Rachel Gillig (H)
Night Watchers | Daphne Woolsoncroft (T)
My Train Leaves at Three | Natalie Guerrero (H)
The Other Wife | Jackie Thomas-Kennedy (T)
Mendell Station | J.B. Hwang (H)
The Confessions | Paul Bradley Carr (T)
Rose in Chains | Julie Soto (H)
Everyone is Lying to You | Jo Piazza (T)
Soulgazer | Maggie Rapier (H)
Angel Down | Daniel Kraus (T)
The Entirely True Story of the Fantastical Mesmerist Nora Grey | Kathleen Kaufman (H)
Current Read
Jill is Not Happy | Kaira Rouda (T)
Victorian Psycho | Virginia Feito (H)
If you enjoy our commercial-free podcast, please consider supporting us on Patreon! Your membership will give you access to our exclusive bonus episodes, including Niche Novels, Books We DNFed, and What's in the Mailbag! Plus, you’ll receive invites to monthly events like Mood Reader Happy Hour and Bookstore Browsing, and a private Facebook group and Discord server where you can interact with other fans of the show... all for just $5 a month!
Let's Connect...
Email us at booktalketc@gmail
BTE on Youtube
Tina's TikTok , IG @tbretc YT @tbretc
Hannah's TikTok , IG @hanpickedbooks
Jonathan IG @infiltrate_jay
Podcast IG @booktalketc
Renee's Substack Newsletter , IG@Itsbooktalk24 June 2025, 9:00 am - 55 minutes 32 secondsCelebrating Independent Publishers!
In Episode 206 of Book Talk, Etc., Tina and Hannah explore and celebrate independently owned publishers! We talk about the difference between traditional publishers and indie presses, and what makes an independent press unique.
If you prefer other shopping options, you can find today’s books on Bookshop.org or Blackwell's. Purchasing through these links supports us with a small commission, at no extra cost to you.
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Tina’s Planner (T)
Fearless Felines: 30 True Tales of Courageous Cats (H)
Latest Read
It’s Not the End of the World | Jonathan Parks-Ramage (T)
The River is Waiting | Wally Lamb (H)
Wake Up and Open Your Eyes | Clay McLeod Chapman
The Bright Lands | John Fram
Brett’s Bookstack Podcast with Jonathan Parks-Ramage
Independently Published Books:
Braiding Sweetgrass | Robin Wall Kimmerer
Fourth Wing | Rebecca Yarros
After the Ocean | Lauren E. Rico (T)
Shield of Sparrows | Devney Perry (H)
Don’t Believe Her | Nicola Sanders (T)
Foster | Claire Keegan (H)
Shelf Addition
The Midnight Knock | John Fram (T)
Scream with Me: Horror Films and the Rise of American Feminism (1968-1980) | Eleanor Johnson
If you enjoy our commercial-free podcast, please consider supporting us on Patreon! Your membership will give you access to our exclusive bonus episodes, including Niche Novels, Books We DNFed, and What's in the Mailbag! Plus, you’ll receive invites to monthly events like Mood Reader Happy Hour and Bookstore Browsing, and a private
Let's Connect...
Email us at booktalketc@gmail
BTE on Youtube
Tina's TikTok , IG @tbretc YT @tbretc
Hannah's TikTok , IG @hanpickedbooks
Jonathan IG @infiltrate_jay
Podcast IG @booktalketc
Renee's Substack Newsletter , IG@Itsbooktalk17 June 2025, 9:00 am - 1 hour 2 minutesEasily Distracted By New Releases (June 2025)
In Episode 205 of Book Talk, Etc., Tina and Hannah dive into queer genre fiction! We discuss what we love about genre fiction that explores LGBTQ+ themes and characters, why these stories matter, and the importance of making them widely available for all readers.
If you prefer other shopping options, you can find today’s books on Bookshop.org or Blackwell's. Purchasing through these links supports us with a small commission, at no extra cost to you.
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The ARC Calendar (T)
They Called Him Mostly Harmless - HBO Max (H)
Latest Read
Beautiful Ugly | Alice Feeney (T)
The Manicurists Daughter | Susan Lieu (H)
Book Talk - Genre Queer Books
With A Vengeance | Riley Sager (T)
Count My Lies | Sophie Stava (H)
The Ghostwriter | Julie Clark (T)
The Bright Years | Sarah Damoff (H)
Shelf Addition
The Book of Alchemy | Suleika Jaouad (T)
Swordheart | T. Kingfisher (H)
If you enjoy our commercial-free podcast, please consider supporting us on Patreon! Your membership will give you access to our exclusive bonus episodes, including Niche Novels, Books We DNFed, and What's in the Mailbag! Plus, you’ll receive invites to monthly events like Mood Reader Happy Hour and Bookstore Browsing, and a private Facebook group and Discord server where you can interact with other fans of the show... all for just $5 a month!
Let's Connect...
Email us at booktalketc@gmail
BTE on Youtube
Tina's TikTok , IG @tbretc YT @tbretc
Hannah's TikTok , IG @hanpickedbooks
Jonathan IG @infiltrate_jay
Podcast IG @booktalketc
Renee's Substack Newsletter , IG@Itsbooktalk10 June 2025, 9:00 am - 53 minutes 26 secondsCelebrating Pride with Queer Genre-Fiction
In Episode 204 of Book Talk, Etc., Tina and Hannah dive into queer genre fiction! We discuss what we love about genre fiction that explores LGBTQ+ themes and characters, why these stories matter, and the importance of making them widely available for all readers.
If you prefer other shopping options, you can find today’s books on Bookshop.org or Blackwell's. Purchasing through these links supports us with a small commission, at no extra cost to you.
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Elf - Holy Hydration! - Coconut Mist (T)
e.l.f. SKIN Holy Hydration! Makeup Melting Cleansing Balm (T)
Frenshe - Bergamot Cedar (H)
Magnesium stick - Cashmere Vanilla (H)
Eos Body Lotion - Cashmere Vanilla (H)
Latest Read
The Staircase in the Woods | Chuck Wendig (T+H)
Book Talk - Queer Genre-Fiction
Black River Orchard | Chuck Wendig
Woodworking | Emily St. James
A Gentleman’s Gentleman | TJ Alexander (T)
Rainbow Black | Maggie Thrash (H)
Disappoint Me | Nicola Dinan (T)
Girl Serpent Thorn | Melissa Bashardoust (H)
Shelf Addition
The Salvage | Anbara Salam (T)
This Kind of Trouble | Tochi Eze (H)
If you enjoy our commercial-free podcast, please consider supporting us on Patreon! Your membership will give you access to our exclusive bonus episodes, including Niche Novels, Books We DNFed, and What's in the Mailbag! Plus, you’ll receive invites to monthly events like Mood Reader Happy Hour and Bookstore Browsing, and a private Facebook group and Discord server where you can interact with other fans of the show... all for just $5 a month!
Let's Connect...
Email us at booktalketc@gmail
BTE on Youtube
Tina's TikTok , IG @tbretc YT @tbretc
Hannah's TikTok , IG @hanpickedbooks
Jonathan IG @infiltrate_jay
Podcast IG @booktalketc
Renee's Substack Newsletter , IG@Itsbooktalk3 June 2025, 9:00 am - 1 hour 18 minutesSummer Bonanza V: 20 of the Hottest Summer Book Releases to Add to Your TBR!
In Episode 203 of Book Talk, Etc., Tina and Hannah celebrate their fifth annual Summer Bonanza by sharing 20 summer book releases that they’re most excited to read.
If you prefer other shopping options, you can find today’s books on Bookshop.org or Blackwell's.
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Chicago Sun Times Heat Index Article
Tina’s Updates on the AI Summer Reading List
Latest Read
One in Four | Lucinda Berry (T)
Run on Red | Noelle West Ihli (H)
Book Talk
Summer Bonanza
Current Reads
The Bitter Truth | Shanora Williams
Let's Connect...
Email us at booktalketc@gmail
BTE on Youtube
Tina's TikTok , IG @tbretc YT @tbretc
Hannah's TikTok , IG @hanpickedbooks
Jonathan IG @infiltrate_jay
Podcast IG @booktalketc
Renee's Substack Newsletter , IG@Itsbooktalk27 May 2025, 9:00 am - 1 hour 4 minutesReading Patrons ⭐ 5 Star ⭐ Reads!
In Episode 202 of Book Talk, Etc., Tina and Hannah are reading books that their patrons have rated 5 stars! We had so much fun diving into what makes a 5 star read for our Book Talkers, and share some incredible titles.
If you prefer other shopping options, you can find today’s books on Bookshop.org or Blackwell's. Purchasing through these links supports us with a small commission, at no extra cost to you.
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Dafont.com (H)
Fast_Serif font/Fast_Sans font
How to Download Fonts - @Worldswithinpages
Favorite fonts: IM FELL English, Apple Garamond Light, Tarif Arabic
Latest Read
Road to Tender Hearts | Annie Hartnett (T)
One Golden Summer | Carley Fortune (H)
Book Talk
Breathing Lessons | Anne Tyler (H)
Bat Eaters and Other Names for Cora Zeng | Kylie Lee Baker (T)
Long Way Down | Jason Reynolds (H)
Know My Name | Chanel Miller (T)
Things You Save in a Fire | Katherine Center (H)
Shelf AdditionDark Maestro | Brendon Slocomb (T)
Cursed Daughters | Oyinkan Braithwaite (H)
If you enjoy our commercial-free podcast, please consider supporting us on Patreon! Your membership will give you access to our exclusive bonus episodes, including Niche Novels, Books We DNFed, and What's in the Mailbag! Plus, you’ll receive invites to monthly events like Mood Reader Happy Hour and Bookstore Browsing, and a private Facebook group and Discord server where you can interact with other fans of the show... all for just $5 a month!
Let's Connect...
Email us at booktalketc@gmail
BTE on Youtube
Tina's TikTok , IG @tbretc YT @tbretc
Hannah's TikTok , IG @hanpickedbooks
Jonathan IG @infiltrate_jay
Podcast IG @booktalketc
Renee's Substack Newsletter , IG@Itsbooktalk20 May 2025, 9:00 am - 56 minutes 58 secondsEasily Distracted by New Releases + Book Sampling
In Episode 201 of Book Talk, Etc., Tina and Hannah are leaning into their love for new releases and sharing thoughts on some books that have been published recently.
If you prefer other shopping options, you can find today’s books on Bookshop.org or Blackwell's. Purchasing through these links supports us with a small commission, at no extra cost to you.
Loving Lately
Wear Pact Clothing Company (T)
Softspun Tank Midi Dress
eos Shea Better Body Lotion- Vanilla Cashmere (H)
Latest Read
We Are Watching | Alison Gaylin (T)
The Warm Hands of Ghosts | Katherine Arden (H)
Book Talk
Parents Weekend | Alex Finlay (T)
Night Shift | Alex Finlay
Isola | Allegra Goodman (H)
We Live Here Now | Sarah Pinborough (T)
Happy Land | Dolen Perkins Valdez (H)
Shelf Addition
Disco Witches of Fire Island | Blair Fell (T)
The Red Knot | Monique Asher (H)
If you enjoy our commercial-free podcast, please consider supporting us on Patreon! Your membership will give you access to our exclusive bonus episodes, including Niche Novels, Books We DNFed, and What's in the Mailbag! Plus, you’ll receive invites to monthly events like Mood Reader Happy Hour and Bookstore Browsing, and a private Facebook group and Discord server where you can interact with other fans of the show... all for just $5 a month!
Let's Connect...
Email us at booktalketc@gmail
BTE on Youtube
Tina's TikTok , IG @tbretc YT @tbretc
Hannah's TikTok , IG @hanpickedbooks
Jonathan IG @infiltrate_jay
Podcast IG @booktalketc
Renee's Substack Newsletter , IG@Itsbooktalk13 May 2025, 9:00 am - 1 hour 16 secondsFictional Women and Our Favorite Literary Heroines
In Episode 200 (!!!) of Book Talk, Etc., Tina and Hannah are celebrating mothers day by talking about mothers in literature, unhinged heroines, and the women that shape literature.
If you prefer other shopping options, you can find today’s books on Bookshop.org or Blackwell's. Purchasing through these links supports us with a small commission, at no extra cost to you.
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Sweet Bobby: My Catfish Nightmare - Netflix Show (H)
Sweet Bobby: My Catfish Nightmare - Podcast (H)
Latest Read
Say You’ll Remember Me | Abby Jimenez (T+H)
The Happily Ever After Playlist (H)
Book Talk
The Island of Sea Women | Lisa See (T)
The Story She Left Behind | Patti Callahan Henry (H)
Woodworking | Emily St. James (T)
Crossroads | Laurel Hightower (H)
Shelf Addition
Grotesque | Natsuo Kirino (T)
Swallows | Natsuo Kirino
Silver Elite | Dani Francis (H)
If you enjoy our commercial-free podcast, please consider supporting us on Patreon! Your membership will give you access to our exclusive bonus episodes, including Niche Novels, Books We DNFed, and What's in the Mailbag! Plus, you’ll receive invites to monthly events like Mood Reader Happy Hour and Bookstore Browsing, and a private Facebook group and Discord server where you can interact with other fans of the show... all for just $5 a month!
Let's Connect...
Email us at booktalketc@gmail
BTE on Youtube
Tina's TikTok , IG @tbretc YT @tbretc
Hannah's TikTok , IG @hanpickedbooks
Jonathan IG @infiltrate_jay
Podcast IG @booktalketc
Renee's Substack Newsletter , IG@Itsbooktalk6 May 2025, 9:00 am - 49 minutes 17 secondsMay Books on the Radar (2025)
In Episode 199 of Book Talk, Etc., Tina and Hannah Bring their May Books on the Radar! May has a plethora of amazing titles and we are thrilled to bring you 10 May releases to add to your TBR!
If you prefer other shopping options, you can find today’s books on Bookshop.org or Blackwell's. Purchasing through these links supports us with a small commission, at no extra cost to you.
Loving Lately
Alexis - Cocktails with Alex
Drizzilicious Birthday Cake Rice Cakes
Latest Read
Audition | Katie Kitamura (T)
The River Has Roots | Amal El-Mohtar (H)
Books on the Radar
My Friends | Fredrik Backman (T)
Home of the American Circus | Allison Larkin (H)
The Manual for Good Wives | Lola Jaye (T)
The Knight and the Moth | Rachel Gillig (H)
A Sharp Endless Need | Marisa Crane (T)
Emperor of Gladness | Ocean Vuong (H)
Immaculate Conception | Ling Ling
The Devils | Joe Abercrombie (H)
Make Me Famous | Maud Ventura (T)
My Name Is Emilia del Valle | Isabel Allende (H)
Current Reads
Woodworking | Emily St. James (T)
The Story She Left Behind | Patti Callahan Henry (H)
If you enjoy our commercial-free podcast, please consider supporting us on Patreon! Your membership will give you access to our exclusive bonus episodes, including Niche Novels, Books We DNFed, and What's in the Mailbag! Plus, you’ll receive invites to monthly events like Mood Reader Happy Hour and Bookstore Browsing, and a private Facebook group and Discord server where you can interact with other fans of the show... all for just $5 a month!
Let's Connect...
Email us at booktalketc@gmail
BTE on Youtube
Tina's TikTok , IG @tbretc YT @tbretc
Hannah's TikTok , IG @hanpickedbooks
Jonathan IG @infiltrate_jay
Podcast IG @booktalketc
Renee's Substack Newsletter , IG@Itsbooktalk29 April 2025, 9:00 am - More Episodes? Get the App