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I'll Read What She's Reading
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Welcome to I’ll Read What She’s Reading hosted by Reggie, Mikayla, and Kennedy —
the podcast where the group chat becomes a book club, and the TBR never stops growing. Each month, for our book club, you help us select a book where we discuss everything from our star eating, fan cast, loves, hates, & more. Plus, we’ve got interviews with bestselling authors and behind-the-scenes convos with some of your favorite BookTok creators! When we’re not discussing a specific book, we’re a little unhinged. Episodes based around Smash or Pass on our favorite book boyfriends, bookish bang, marry, kill, dramatic first-line guessing games, and a whole lot of chaos. So whether you're a casual reader or in a full-blown situationship with your favorite fictional man, come hang with us. We’re here to make your reading life more fun, more chaotic, and definitely more relatable. New episodes every Wednesday — let’s read what she’s reading!
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Who Said It? Book Character Edition
Apr 9, 202500:47:39Summary readyIt’s game time on I’ll Read What She’s Reading! In this episode, Mikayla, Reggie, and Kennedy put their bookish brains to the test with a round of Who Said It? — a fun and chaotic guessing game where they try to match iconic (and not-so-iconic) quotes to the characters who said them.From beloved protagonists to morally gray faves, no character is off-limits. Will they ace the challenge or totally blank on the most obvious lines? Tune in for laughs, friendly competition, and a whole lot of literary love.Play along and see if you can guess the quotes before they do! 📖🎙️🧠Clean Simple Eats is our go-to protein! We love that they have so many options in the type of protein and flavors. Use our code READ20 for 20% off your first order at cleansimpleeats.comPrioritize your sleep! Visit CozyEarth.com and use our code READERS for 40% off best-selling sheets, towels, pajamas, and more. And if you get a post-purchase survey, let them know you heard about Cozy Earth from our podcast.Use code "READ" for 15% off your order at ROOLEE.COMTik Tok: @whatshesreadingpodInsta: @whatshesreadingpodMerch: https://illreadwhatshesreading.comPlease note this episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct or indirect financial interest in products or services referred to in this episode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
SummaryTHE POPPY WAR - March Book Club
Apr 2, 202501:03:29Summary readyThe girls dive in to discuss the epic fantasy novel, The Poppy War by R.F. Kuang. They share their overall rating, favorite and least favorite throughout each part of the book, and announce their April book club pick! Tune in to hear the moments that moved them, the lessons they learned, and whether or not they think they will continue the trilogy.Clean Simple Eats is our go-to protein! We love that they have so many options in the type of protein and flavors. Use our code READ20 for 20% off your first order at cleansimpleeats.comPrioritize your sleep! Visit CozyEarth.com and use our code READERS for 40% off best-selling sheets, towels, pajamas, and more. And if you get a post-purchase survey, let them know you heard about Cozy Earth from our podcast.SHOP OUR MERCH - www.illreadwhatshesreading.comFollow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/whatshesreadingpod/Follow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@whatshesreadingpodPlease note this episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct or indirect financial interest in products or services referred to in this episode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
SummarySpring TBR 2025
Mar 26, 202500:52:06Summary readySpring is here, and Mikayla, Reggie, and Kennedy are ready to refresh their reading lists! In this episode of I’ll Read What She’s Reading, they’re sharing their Spring 2025 TBRs—filled with highly anticipated new releases, long-overdue backlist picks, and the books they just know will become new favorites.Join them for a fun, bookish conversation as they swap recommendations, debate which titles to prioritize, and maybe even add a few unexpected reads to their lists. Grab your Goodreads app and settle in—this is one TBR chat you won’t want to miss! 🌸📚✨Clean Simple Eats is our go-to protein! We love that they have so many options in the type of protein and flavors. Use our code READ20 for 20% off your first order at cleansimpleeats.comFollow on TikTok/ Insta: @whatshesreadingpodMerch: illreadwhatshesreading.comPlease note this episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct or indirect financial interest in products or services referred to in this episode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
SummaryBook Talk w/ JESSA HASTINGS
Mar 19, 202501:29:33Summary readyJessa Hastings is one of the girls’ favorite authors, and for good reason—her writing is unlike anything they’ve ever read. In this episode, they sit down with the Magnolia Parks and Never author to talk about the magic she weaves into every story, the characters that feel like real people, and the emotions that linger long after the final page. With her newest book releasing on April 1st, Jessa shares insights into her writing process, the themes that drive her stories, and what readers can expect next. It’s a conversation filled with laughter, deep dives into storytelling, and all the reasons why Jessa Hastings is truly in a league of her own.SHOP OUR MERCH - www.illreadwhatshesreading.comFollow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/whatshesreadingpod/Follow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@whatshesreadingpodClean Simple Eats is our go-to protein! We love that they have so many options in the type of protein and flavors. Use our code READ20 for 20% off your first order at cleansimpleeats.comPlease note this episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct or indirect financial interest in products or services referred to in this episode.
SummaryRECOMMENDING BOOKS for Our Listeners
Mar 12, 202500:56:04Summary readyYou guys asked and the girls delivered! In this week's episode Reggie, Mikayla, and Kennedy dive deep into your interests to find the perfect book recommendations tailored just for you. From categories like a similar book to Severance to a book that reminds you of a dandelion, they've got a book for it all! No matter what you’re into, they're here to help you find your next great read. Tune in to add to your never ending TBR!SHOP OUR MERCH - www.illreadwhatshesreading.comFollow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/whatshesreadingpod/Follow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@whatshesreadingpodPlease note this episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct or indirect financial interest in products or services referred to in this episode.
SummaryTHE FAVORITES - February Book Club
Mar 5, 202501:07:51Summary readyWelcome to I'll Read What She's Reading, the podcast where we deep dive into our book club pick of the month for February, we're lacing up our skates and breaking down The Favorites by Layne Fargo, epic sports romance set in the cutthroat world of competitive figure skating.We're sharing our ratings, favorite (and least favorite) moments, and the characters we loved to hate — plus, who we'd cast if this icy, scandal-filled story made its way to the screen- because let's be real, this story needs to be on screen. If you love toxic female friendships, messy ambition, and a little bit of murder with your triple axels, this one's for you.Please note this episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct or indirect financial interest in products or services referred to in this episode
SummaryAll Things MANACLED by SenLinYu
Feb 26, 202500:46:52Summary readyWith the anticipated release of Alchemized coming this September, the girls sit down to chat about all things Manacled by SenLinYu. Tune in as they share their overall ratings, likes and dislikes, favorite quotes, their thoughts on what they anticipate with the published book, and more. **SPOILERS START AT 5:22**SHOP OUR MERCH - www.illreadwhatshesreading.comFollow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/whatshesreadingpod/Follow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@whatshesreadingpodPlease note this episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct or indirect financial interest in products or services referred to in this episode
SummaryBook Characters' DATING PROFILES
Feb 19, 202500:43:45Summary readyJoin the girls this week as they craft totally swipe-worthy dating profiles for their favorite book characters! For characters like Rhysand and Paedyn Gray, they imagine what their profiles would look like including who their type is, a pickup line they'd use, and their fav hobbies. They also share what fantasy man each co-host should date, and what fantasy world they would fit best in. Tune in this week for some unhinged bookish matchmaking, good pickup lines, and hopefully a whole lot of laughs!SHOP MERCH at illreadwhatshesreading.comFollow us on Instagram and TikTok @whatshesreadingpodPlease note this episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct or indirect financial interest in products or services referred to in this episode.
SummarySpeed Dating Fantasy Book Characters
Feb 12, 202500:45:37Summary readyEver wondered what it’d be like to speed date your favorite book characters? Well, Mikayla, Reggie, and Kennedy are putting fictional love interests to the ultimate test! Join us for bookish chaos, heated debates, and more fictional thirsting than we’d like to admit. Swipe right on this episode, and let’s talk book boyfriends, girlfriends, and everyone in between! 💘📖✨#BookTok #FictionalCrushes #SpeedDatingBooks #IllReadWhatShesReadingSHOP OUR MERCH - www.illreadwhatshesreading.comFollow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/whatshesreadingpod/Follow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@whatshesreadingpodPlease note this episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct or indirect financial interest in products or services referred to in this episode
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QUICKSILVER - January Book Club
Feb 5, 202500:51:41Summary readyHot takes ahead! In this episode, the girls dive into the BookTok sensation Quicksilver by Callie Hart. Did it live up to the hype or fall flat? Tune in to hear their unfiltered thoughts! SHOP OUR MERCH - www.illreadwhatshesreading.com Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/whatshesreadingpod/ Follow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@whatshesreadingpod
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