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Chapter 69: The Favorites by Layne Fargo
Ever wondered what it's like to listen to three figure skating super fans geek out on a book about ice dancing? This week's episode is for you. We chat about growing u...
Chapter 68: The Invisible Life of Addie LaRue by V.E. Schwab
We've got a wonderfully packed episode for you this week. We recap our trip to New York City to celebrate Kaitlin's 40th birthday, Steph tells us about her new flip ho...
Chapter 67: The Chain by Adrian McKinty
This week we're talking about a suspenseful story that had us gripped. We talk about our favorite characters, the pacing, the parts that made us panic, the dangers of ...
Chapter 66: Books to Fall Into
We’ve got a very fun, thematic episode for you this week. Inspired by Ashley Poston’s book, A Novel Love Story, we’re talking about stories, settings and characters we...
Chapter 65: Spare by Prince Harry
The Duke and Duchess of Sussex are back in the spotlight with the release of Meghan's new Netflix show, making it the perfect time for us to share our thoughts on Prin...
Chapter 64: Back After This by Linda Holmes
Is there anything more thrilling than winning a giveaway? This week we had the privilege of reading an advance copy of Linda Holmes' newest book, which is packed with ...
Chapter 63: Mad Honey by Jodi Picoult and Jennifer Finney Boylan
This week we're talking about a book that we all feel should be required reading. We chat about how the idea emerged, the co-author writing process, the intricacy of w...
Chapter 62: Cher, The Memoir (Part One) by Cher
Join us as we get to know a new side of Cher, the global icon. We talk about Cher's traumatic childhood, her complicated relationship with her mother, her romantic pat...
Chapter 61: Monsters, A Fan's Dilemma by Claire Dederer
This week we discuss an essay collection that asks really hard questions. What do you do when you learn an artist you adore has done something deplorable? What is your...
Chapter 60: We Run the Tides by Vendela Vida
This week we're headed back to high school. We're talking about coming of age, social hierarchy, queen bees, teenage gossip, and much more. We even get to hear some wa...
Chapter 59: Romancing Rebecca Yarros
You know Rebecca Yarros from Fourth Wing, Iron Flame and the newly released Onyx Storm, but did you know she has dozens of other fiction books? This week we explore th...
Chapter 58: Blue Sisters by Coco Mellors
Join us this week as we chat about family dynamics, sisterhood, masking, addiction, grief and forgiveness, all inspired by Blue Sisters. This is a story about three wo...
Chapter 57: Catalina by Karla Cornejo Villavicencio
This week we're reunited with an author we all admire. We're discussing the fiction novel debut of Karla Cornejo Villavicencio, who wrote The Undocumented Americans. T...
Chapter 56: All the Beauty in the World by Patrick Bringley
This week we're talking about a memoir that took all of us by surprise. Patrick Bringley leaves a prestigious job at The New Yorker to become a security guard at the M...
Chapter 55: All Fours by Miranda July
Join us as we deep dive on a story that left us with so many questions. This week we discuss All Fours, a book that felt truly singular. Molly shares what compelled he...
Chapter 54: From Here to the Great Unknown by Lisa Marie Presley and Riley Keough
We're back in Memoir Land this week, talking about the life of Elvis' daughter Lisa Marie Presley. The book is told from two perspectives, Lisa Marie and her daughter ...
Chapter 53: Dinner For Vampires by Bethany Joy Lenz
This week we are transported to Tree Hill, North Carolina thanks to Bethany Joy Lenz's memoir. The actress, best known for her role as Haley on One Tree Hill, has writ...
Chapter 52: Books We Love to Gift
Our annual tradition is back! Ahead of Black Friday, Small Business Saturday and Cyber Monday, we're sharing our favorite books to gift. This year, we're strongly enco...
Chapter 51: The Maid by Nita Prose
Welcome to a tale of two covers. Two key holes, two maids, two murder mysteries. This week we're talking about The Maid by Nita Prose (and The Housemaid by Freida McFa...
Chapter 50: Cheers to One Year
This is a very special week. We're celebrating 50 episodes - one year of Plans are Booked! We kick off by sharing all the details of our four days in the Big Apple, in...
Chapter 49: Slow Dance by Rainbow Rowell
This week we're talking about a second chance love story that surprised us. Rainbow Rowell has written two honest and vulnerable leads, Shiloh and Cary, who move throu...
Chapter 48: Modern Romance with Casey McQuiston
This week we shine a light on an author we all adore, Casey McQuiston (they / them). Steph shares how she was first introduced to Casey's writing and how quickly all o...
Chapter 47: All the Colors of the Dark by Chris Whitaker
This week we marvel at author Chris Whitaker's talent and share our thoughts on the story of Patch and Saint. We chat about the importance of well rounded side charact...
Chapter 46: The God of the Woods by Liz Moore
This week we have something extra special for you. We're debuting a line of Plans are Booked romance trope candles! We light a candle each time we record and we want t...
Chapter 45: Margo's Got Money Troubles by Rufi Thorpe
It's Molly's birthday week and the Libra season energy is in full effect. We kick off with Molly sharing two book-themed gifts she's unwrapped, including one that Step...
Chapter 44: Mother-Daughter Murder Night by Nina Simon
This week we mentally transport ourselves to northern California to join Lana, Beth and Jack, the three generations of women who star in Mother-Daughter Murder Night. ...
Chapter 43: The Husbands by Holly Gramazio
This week we're embracing the transition to fall and donning our favorite sweatshirt + shorts combos (shout out to the OG, Princess Diana). Kaitlin shares her exciteme...
Chapter 42: Wild Love by Elsie Silver
Fueled by milkshakes, this week is an all out gigglefest. Steph shares her day at the barn, including getting to know some adorable, tiny kittens. Kaitlin recaps her w...
Chapter 41: Wyoming Trip Recap + Rebel Blue Ranch Series by Lyla Sage
This week we are headed west to Wyoming! We kick off our conversation by sharing a detailed recap of our trip to Jackson Hole, including making friendship bracelets at...
Chapter 40: Ninth House by Leigh Bardugo
This week is a big one: we're toasting to 40 episodes! We open by reflecting on our journey so far and sharing the things that have surprised us most about the experie...