Synopsis
What to Read Next Podcast is hosted by Laura Yamin. In this show, you will find bite size book reviews, book recommendations in the romance, young adult and literary fiction genre. We have weekly guests come on the show and share their favorite books.
Episodes
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#447 Author Interview: A River Enchanted by Rebecca Ross
14/02/2022 Duration: 19minToday’s guest is Rebecca Ross. Rebecca writes fantasy books for both YA and Adult Market. In this interview, we chat about her adult debut novel A River Enchanted. We talked about her writing process. Rebecca’s book recommendations are three completed trilogies that have plot twists reveals that will keep you engaged. SHOWNOTES AND BOOK LINKShttp://WhattoReadNextBlog.comMusic from Uppbeat (free for Creators!):https://uppbeat.io/t/hartzmann/sunnyLicense code: 0RDRBKGH6NGQCAXRBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/what-to-read-next-podcast-l-book-recommendation-show--5263998/support.Mentioned in this episode:Advertise With UsWant to promote your book or service to our engaged audience? Check out our opportunities to sponsor. Advertise With Us
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#446: Audiobook Reading Wrap Up - January 2022
13/02/2022 Duration: 26minToday I am chatting with my friend, fellow author Becca Ribbing, about the audiobooks I listened to this month. For the month of January, I ended up reading 34 books with a bulk of my reading done via audio. In this chat, we talked about indie romances audiobooks available on Hoopla, some of my favorite YA audiobooks, and an audiobook that you must pick up if you have an extra credit or request from the library. SHOWNOTES AND BOOK LINKShttp://WhattoReadNextBlog.comMusic from Uppbeat (free for Creators!):https://uppbeat.io/t/hartzmann/sunnyLicense code: 0RDRBKGH6NGQCAXRBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/what-to-read-next-podcast-l-book-recommendation-show--5263998/support.Mentioned in this episode:Advertise With UsWant to promote your book or service to our engaged audience? Check out our opportunities to sponsor. Advertise With Us
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#445: Cheap Romance Book Recommendations ($5 or less)
11/02/2022 Duration: 24minToday I am chatting with Becky Feldman. Becky is the host of Too Stupid to Live Podcast which is a podcast that reviews cheap romance novels. In this episode, Becky shares mostly $5 or less book recommendations within 4 categories with a mix of historical novels, alien romance, contemporary and shifter romances.SHOWNOTES AND BOOK LINKShttp://WhattoReadNextBlog.comMusic from Uppbeat (free for Creators!):https://uppbeat.io/t/hartzmann/sunnyLicense code: 0RDRBKGH6NGQCAXRBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/what-to-read-next-podcast-l-book-recommendation-show--5263998/support.Mentioned in this episode:Advertise With UsWant to promote your book or service to our engaged audience? Check out our opportunities to sponsor. Advertise With Us
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#444 Author Interview: Spanish Love Deception by Elena Armas
10/02/2022 Duration: 20minToday’s guest is Elena Armas. Elena’s debut novel The Spanish Love Deception became a BookTok sensation in 2021. In this chat, we talked about what it was like to have her book going viral, Elena’s expectations when she released the book, and of course Elena shares a few books that you must pre-order and add to your TBR. SHOWNOTES AND BOOK LINKShttp://WhattoReadNextBlog.comMusic from Uppbeat (free for Creators!):https://uppbeat.io/t/hartzmann/sunnyLicense code: 0RDRBKGH6NGQCAXRBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/what-to-read-next-podcast-l-book-recommendation-show--5263998/support.Mentioned in this episode:Advertise With UsWant to promote your book or service to our engaged audience? Check out our opportunities to sponsor. Advertise With Us
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#443 Author Interview: The Ex-Boyfriend Yard Sale by Hailey McGee
09/02/2022 Duration: 19minToday’s guest is the author and actor Hailey McGee. Hailey was down on her luck and decided to sell all of the things that her ex-boyfriends gave them to her and in the process, she wrote a one-woman show and her memoir called The Ex-Boyfriend Yard Sale. In this episode, we chat about her story as well as spicy book recommendations. SHOWNOTES AND BOOK LINKShttp://WhattoReadNextBlog.comMusic from Uppbeat (free for Creators!):https://uppbeat.io/t/hartzmann/sunnyLicense code: 0RDRBKGH6NGQCAXRBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/what-to-read-next-podcast-l-book-recommendation-show--5263998/support.Mentioned in this episode:Advertise With UsWant to promote your book or service to our engaged audience? Check out our opportunities to sponsor. Advertise With Us
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#442 Author Interview: The Siren of Sussex by Mimi Matthews
08/02/2022 Duration: 11minToday’s guest is Mimi Matthews. Her latest novel is The Siren of Sussex which is a Victorian-era historical romance. Victorian high society’s most daring equestrienne finds love and an unexpected ally in her fight for independence in the strong arms of London’s most sought after and devastatingly handsome half-Indian tailor. In this interview, we chat about writing historical romance and some fun book recommendations to add to your TBR. SHOWNOTES AND BOOK LINKShttp://WhattoReadNextBlog.comMusic from Uppbeat (free for Creators!):https://uppbeat.io/t/hartzmann/sunnyLicense code: 0RDRBKGH6NGQCAXRBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/what-to-read-next-podcast-l-book-recommendation-show--5263998/support.Mentioned in this episode:Advertise With UsWant to promote your book or service to our engaged audience? Check out our opportunities to sponsor. Advertise With Us
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#441 Author Interview: Ramon and Julieta by Alana Quintana Albertson
07/02/2022 Duration: 13minToday’s guest is Alana Quintana Albertson. Alana’s latest release is Ramon and Julieta which is a Romeo and Juliet-inspired romance novel with a HEA set in San Diego. In this interview, we chat about how Alana became a dog rescuer, her latest release, and three fun book recommendations. SHOWNOTES AND BOOK LINKShttp://WhattoReadNextBlog.comMusic from Uppbeat (free for Creators!):https://uppbeat.io/t/hartzmann/sunnyLicense code: 0RDRBKGH6NGQCABecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/what-to-read-next-podcast-l-book-recommendation-show--5263998/support.Mentioned in this episode:Advertise With UsWant to promote your book or service to our engaged audience? Check out our opportunities to sponsor. Advertise With Us
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#440: 26 Must Read Rom-Coms Book Recommendations
06/02/2022 Duration: 27minToday’s episode is a popular request where Laura Yamin shares 20 RomCom novels that you must add to your TBR along with 6 upcoming releases that you must pre-order. If you are looking for a low angst, light-hearted romances then this episode is for you. The authors mentioned are Meghan Quinn, R.S. Grey, Lynn Painter, Christina Lauren, Lauren Layne, Sarah Adams, and many more. SHOWNOTES AND BOOK LINKShttp://WhattoReadNextBlog.comMusic from Uppbeat (free for Creators!):https://uppbeat.io/t/hartzmann/sunnyLicense code: 0RDRBKGH6NGQCAXRBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/what-to-read-next-podcast-l-book-recommendation-show--5263998/support.Mentioned in this episode:Advertise With UsWant to promote your book or service to our engaged audience? Check out our opportunities to sponsor. Advertise With Us
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#439 Author Interview: Scarlett St. Clair
03/02/2022 Duration: 24minToday I am chatting with USA Today Bestseller Scarlett St. Clair. Scarlett is known for her Hades and Persephone retelling in A Touch of Darkness trilogy. Her latest release is King of Battle and Blood is an epic arranged marriage adventure featuring vampires and hidden monsters. This book packs high heat and it is engaging. In this interview, we chat about King of Battle and Blood, and Scarlett shares all things Fantasy Romance recommendations. SHOWNOTES AND BOOK LINKShttp://WhattoReadNextBlog.comMusic from Uppbeat (free for Creators!):https://uppbeat.io/t/hartzmann/sunnyLicense code: 0RDRBKGH6NGQCAXRBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/what-to-read-next-podcast-l-book-recommendation-show--5263998/support.Mentioned in this episode:Advertise With UsWant to promote your book or service to our engaged audience? Check out our opportunities to sponsor. Advertise With Us
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#438 Author Interview: My Fine Fellow by Jennieke Cohen
02/02/2022 Duration: 15minToday’s guest is Jennieke Cohen. Jennieke writes YA historical novels. In her latest book My Fine Fellow which is all about food. In this interview, we chat about writing this novel, her food research, and a book recommendation. SHOWNOTES AND BOOK LINKShttp://WhattoReadNextBlog.comMusic from Uppbeat (free for Creators!):https://uppbeat.io/t/hartzmann/sunnyLicense code: 0RDRBKGH6NGQCAXRBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/what-to-read-next-podcast-l-book-recommendation-show--5263998/support.Mentioned in this episode:Advertise With UsWant to promote your book or service to our engaged audience? Check out our opportunities to sponsor. Advertise With Us
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#437 Author Interview: An Impossible Impostor by Deanna Rayburn
01/02/2022 Duration: 19minToday’s guest is Deanna Raybourn. In this interview, we chat about what led her to start writing Victorian mysteries, the differences between her two series, and how she gets inspired by each story. Her latest Veronica Speedwell installment is An Impossible Impostor. This fall Deanna is releasing a contemporary novel that sounds so good and you must pre-order. Tune in to listen to a variety of book recommendations that you must add to your TBR.SHOWNOTES AND BOOK LINKShttp://WhattoReadNextBlog.comMusic from Uppbeat (free for Creators!):https://uppbeat.io/t/hartzmann/sunnyLicense code: 0RDRBKGH6NGQCAXRBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/what-to-read-next-podcast-l-book-recommendation-show--5263998/support.Mentioned in this episode:Advertise With UsWant to promote your book or service to our engaged audience? Check out our opportunities to sponsor. Advertise With Us
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#436: The Weeping Tide by Amanda Foody
31/01/2022 Duration: 17minToday’s guest is YA and Middle-Grade Fantasy author Amanda Foody. In this interview, we chat about her latest series Wilderlore which is an epic middle-grade series, and her process for worldbuilding. Amanda shares middle-grade and YA fantasy book recommendations that you must add to your TBR. SHOWNOTES AND BOOK LINKShttp://WhattoReadNextBlog.comMusic from Uppbeat (free for Creators!):https://uppbeat.io/t/hartzmann/sunnyLicense code: 0RDRBKGH6NGQCAXRBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/what-to-read-next-podcast-l-book-recommendation-show--5263998/support.Mentioned in this episode:Advertise With UsWant to promote your book or service to our engaged audience? Check out our opportunities to sponsor. Advertise With Us
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#435 Author Interview: All the Feels by Olivia Dade (2022)
28/01/2022 Duration: 34minToday we are chatting with romance author Olvia Dade. Last fall, Olivia released the second book in the Spoiler Alert series called All the Feels. In this interview, we chat about why representation matters in romance novels, what to expect for book 3 in the Spoiler Alert series, mystery series that has a good romance arc. Laura also shares what she was currently reading which was a lot of romances that featured writers. SHOWNOTES AND BOOK LINKShttp://WhattoReadNextBlog.comBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/what-to-read-next-podcast-l-book-recommendation-show--5263998/support.Mentioned in this episode:Advertise With UsWant to promote your book or service to our engaged audience? Check out our opportunities to sponsor. Advertise With Us
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#434 Author Interview: The Bone Spindle by Leslie Vedder
26/01/2022 Duration: 09minToday’s guest is YA fantasy author Leslie Vedder, Leslie’s latest release is The Bone Spindle which is a gender-flipped Sleeping Beauty meets Indiana Jones where two girls are treasure hunters. In this interview, we chat about fan fiction and some fun fantasy book recommendations that you must add to your TBR. SHOWNOTES AND BOOK LINKShttp://WhattoReadNextBlog.comBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/what-to-read-next-podcast-l-book-recommendation-show--5263998/support.Mentioned in this episode:Advertise With UsWant to promote your book or service to our engaged audience? Check out our opportunities to sponsor. Advertise With Us
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#433 Author Interview: The Magnolia Palace by Fiona Davis (2022)
24/01/2022 Duration: 12minToday’s guest is Fiona Davis. Fiona writes historical fiction novels that focus on various NYC buildings in a dual timeline. Her latest release The Magnolia Palace focuses on the Frick building and its infamous family. There is a mystery and this book is a page-turner. In this interview, we chat about her research process and the behind-the-scenes tour to the Frick Museum that she took. We also chat about some must-read book recommendations.SHOWNOTES AND BOOK LINKShttp://WhattoReadNextBlog.comBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/what-to-read-next-podcast-l-book-recommendation-show--5263998/support.Mentioned in this episode:Advertise With UsWant to promote your book or service to our engaged audience? Check out our opportunities to sponsor. Advertise With Us
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#432 What to Read Next's 2021 Favorite Romance Novels
22/01/2022 Duration: 19minToday Laura Yamin is sharing her 2021 favorite romances. There is a mix of rom-com, drama, and everything in between. For most of 2021, Laura tended to read light-hearted romances featuring cinnamon roll heroes. There are a few contemporary YA romances that are perfect for grown-ups. Tune in a listen-in for 2021 romance novel book recommendations. SHOWNOTES AND BOOK LINKShttp://WhattoReadNextBlog.comBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/what-to-read-next-podcast-l-book-recommendation-show--5263998/support.Mentioned in this episode:Advertise With UsWant to promote your book or service to our engaged audience? Check out our opportunities to sponsor. Advertise With Us
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#431 Author Interview: 30 Things I Love About Myself by Radhika Sanghani
10/01/2022 Duration: 10minToday we are chatting with debut author Radhika Sanghani. Her new release is 30 Things I Love About Myself. This is a love letter to the journey of self-love and acceptance after hitting rock bottom. In this interview, we talk about our shared passion for self-help books, hobbies that Radhika took during the pandemic. SHOWNOTES AND BOOK LINKShttp://WhattoReadNextBlog.comBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/what-to-read-next-podcast-l-book-recommendation-show--5263998/support.Mentioned in this episode:Advertise With UsWant to promote your book or service to our engaged audience? Check out our opportunities to sponsor. Advertise With Us
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#430: Best of 2021 by Francesca from The Fangover Podcast
05/01/2022 Duration: 13minToday I am chatting with my friend Francesca from Under the Covers Blog and The Fangover Podcast. We chart about her best of 2021 books. There is a mix of paranormal that worked and some that didn’t work, there is an addictive serial killer romance that I can attest is really good, some of the anticipated 2022 new releases that you should check out. SHOWNOTES AND BOOK LINKShttp://WhattoReadNextBlog.comBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/what-to-read-next-podcast-l-book-recommendation-show--5263998/support.Mentioned in this episode:Advertise With UsWant to promote your book or service to our engaged audience? Check out our opportunities to sponsor. Advertise With Us
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#429 Author Interview: Fortune Favors the Duke by Kristin Vayden
03/01/2022 Duration: 10minToday I am chatting with Regency/Historical Romance author Kristin Vayden. In this interview, we talk about her latest release, Fortune Favors the Duke, what has brought joy for her during this time, and a couple of book recommendations.SHOWNOTES AND BOOK LINKShttp://WhattoReadNextBlog.comBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/what-to-read-next-podcast-l-book-recommendation-show--5263998/support.Mentioned in this episode:Advertise With UsWant to promote your book or service to our engaged audience? Check out our opportunities to sponsor. Advertise With Us
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#428: 2022 Reading Goals
01/01/2022 Duration: 20minWelcome to my favorite episode to create, a reading recap of 2021 and what to look forward to in 2022. In this solo episode, I share my 2021 intentions, how my reading year of 2021 was, and then I share my 2022 reading goals. The final count of books read in 2021 was 213 books. I recorded this episode in mid-December so I will give you an estimate. For about nine months of the year, I struggled with a reading slump; however, my reading life picked up, and in Q4, I was able to get the bulk of my reading. In December 2021, I read 31 books which inspires me to have a stretch reading goal. Tune in to listen to what I hope to accomplish in 2022. SHOWNOTES AND BOOK LINKShttp://WhattoReadNextBlog.comBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/what-to-read-next-podcast-l-book-recommendation-show--5263998/support.Mentioned in this episode:Advertise With UsWant to promote your book or service to our engaged audience? Check out our opportunities to sponsor. Advertise With Us