Activity Overview
Episode publication activity over the past year
95-A Podcast Update, 3 Impactful Spiritual Books for Christians, and "push as hard as the age that pushes against you."
20 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
There’s a different tone on the show today as we bring you an update on the state of the show in t...
94-Do You Want to Read a Classic but Don’t Know Where to Start? Top 6 Literature Recommendations + Quick Tips to Help You Get Started!
12 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Is the idea of reading the Great Works of Western Civilization intimidating or daunting? Did you re...
93-What Are the Best Detective Fiction Books on the Planet? Start here!
05 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Today we dive into Detective Fiction Recommendations - after last week's Detective Fiction Prime...
92-The Definitive Detective Fiction Primer You’ve Been Waiting For! Cozy Mysteries, Setting, and the Moral Universe.
27 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
How can Murder be a Cozy Mystery? How is Detective Fiction like Fairy Tales? What do Superheroes...
91-Hidden Depths of Humor and Satire: Oscar Wilde’s The Importance of Being Earnest
20 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever felt like everyone around you is being fake? Do you ever think conventional manners ar...
90-Happy Galantine’s Day! Female Friendships in Literature: The Ideal, The Complicated, and the Frenemy!
13 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
From the sweet first friendships of girlhood to the deep, sometimes complicated friendships of woman...
89-I Want My Kids to Read More...How Do I Create a Family Culture of Reading?
06 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Today we're talking about making reading a part of our family cultures. But what does that mean?...
88-What Does It Take to Have A Great Marriage? Podcaster and Christian Women’s Business Guru Stefanie Gass’ Top Marriage, Business, and Life Books!
30 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
If you could ask one the Top 20 Podcasters in the world to share one book, what would it be? Our gu...
87-Live Coaching On Reading Goals!! How Do You Make a Reading Plan That's Right For YOU?
23 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Have you looked at this year and thought, "Why should I set a reading goal (or any goal) - it&#...
86-How To Form Great Reading Goals for 2024 or Just Enjoy Reading More This Year
16 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Have you set any reading goals for 2024? It can be confusing to know how to set reading goals that w...
85-What Are the Best Habits for Good Reading? Our Top Three Will Surprise You!
09 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Happy 2024! This is the time of year we're all thinking about goals and habits. What are the bes...
84-New Year, New Reading Challenge! How Will We Grow Together This Year?
02 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Are you ready for new?? We have so many new things coming down the pike this year! First, a brand ne...
83-Our Top 8 Books of 2023! How do we keep our humanity in the face of great fear and evil PLUS what a book written by CS Lewis and Robin Williams would be like!
26 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
How do we keep our humanity in the face of overwhelming fear and great evil? If CS Lewis and Robin W...
82-The BEST Family Christmas Book You May Have Never Read! Book Club: Christmas Jeopardy and Letters from Father Christmas by Tolkien!
12 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
What does Santa have to do with Faerie Land? What was Tolkien like as a father? What REALLY goes on...
81-What have you read this year? 2023 Book Fare Challenge Wrap-up, Plus YOUR Voice Messages
28 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Today we look back on the 2023 Reading Challenge - first by listening to some voicemails from you, t...
80-Our Top Parenting Book Recommendations: Teens, Habit Training, and Encouragement that it's Never Too Late with your Adult Children!!
18 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Who doesn't want to be a better parent? What if you have adult children and regrets that you did...
79-Are we truly unnerved? The Book of Genesis, WWI, and the Utopia of Dystopian Literature.
31 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Today we discuss Dystopian books- why do we love them so much? What's the appeal of reading abou...
78-Where is the line between insanity and genius? "The Professor and the Madman" sparks this question and more!
17 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In today's Book Club episode, we discuss Simon Winchester's The Professor and the Madman: A ...
77-What do Harry Potter, Mr Bennet, and Jason Bourne have in common? Plus a Case Study with Hermione! Using MBTI as a Literary Tool, Part II!
03 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Voldemort. Elizabeth Bennet... MacGyver?! In today's episode, we discuss these and other charact...
76-What do Dumbledore, Voldemort, Mr. Darcy, and Marilla Cuthburt have in common??? Using MBTI as a Literary Tool, Part I!
27 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Neville Longbottom. Snape. Elinor Dashwood. Jane Bennet. -Insert YOUR name here.- What makes them - ...
75-Laughter Really IS the Best Medicine with Dr. Tanya Gold MD, Author and Laughter Yoga Specialist
12 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Today's guest is a holistic medical doctor, author, and laughter yoga specialist. In this episod...
74-Reading Goals are made to be blown up and the Best Books of the year so far goes to...
29 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Do you need permission to refresh your reading goals for the year? Permission to redo your goals? Ho...
73-Jane Eyre Part 2: Mr Rochester vs St John - What is Bronte saying about marriage, wholeness, and being a woman?
15 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Today's episode continues our conversation on Jane Eyre by Charlotte Bronte, and focuses on Jane...
72- Book Club! Jane Eyre: The Spiritual Biography of a Real Woman (with some gothic drama thrown in)
08 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Oh, we have waited for this one! Jane Eyre by Charlotte Bronte. Join us as we discuss a truly Great ...
71-Forget Gryffindor! Harry Potter is an Obliger? Plus Jo March’s Rebellion and Using Gretchen Rubin’s The Four Tendencies as a Literary Tool
25 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Join us on a literary exporation of Gretchen Rubin's The Four Tendancies! This is the third inst...
70-Harry Potter as a Case Study: Using the Enneagram as a Literary Tool, Part II
11 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Today we continue our discussion of the Enneagram as a literary tool, using the Harry Potter books b...
69-What's her motivation? Using the Enneagram as a Literary Tool, Part I. Featuring Anne Shirley, Severus Snape, and Dumbledore
04 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Today we begin our Summer Series - Personality Frameworks as Literary Tools! First up - the Enneagra...
68-The Best July 4th Books for Every Age! Celebrate with Stories for Toddlers to Adults!
20 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Today we have got your whole family covered - from lap listeners to your grandpa and everyone in bet...
67-Our Eclectic Summer Reading Picks + Top Wholesome New Releases!
06 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Today we talk all things SUMMER! Reading plans, books, vacations, and new releases! Do you read dif...
66-Is Ray Bradbury Still Relevant? His Unexpected Range and Timeless Themes with Guest Heather Wells
31 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Today's guest, Heather Wells, has taught the Bradbury classics Dandelion Wine and Fahrenheit 451...
65-Is Brené Brown overrated? Let's take a look...
24 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Today we talk about well-known research-based self-help guru Brené Brown. What is her work about? W...
64-The World's Best Picture Books for Moms and Kids (Our longest recommendation list yet!)
17 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
It's our first picture books episode! What can storybooks do for your family culture? How do the...
63-Book Club! Deep Discussion in Community on The Island of Sea Women by Lisa See
10 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
What a ride! Y'all get to listen in on our first open zoom book club discussion. 15 enthusiastic...
62-Can Literary Readers Enjoy Thrillers? Our Best Recommendations Here!
02 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
You asked for it, you got it! This listener-requested genre has our hearts racing. We talk about wha...
61-Loving Shakespeare and Fitting it into that Busy Family Life with guest Tim McIntosh
26 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Do you think Shakespeare isn't for you? Do you get a mental image of old white men in smoking ja...
60-Is Shakespeare even relevant anymore? with guest Tim McIntosh
19 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Today we are thrilled to introduce you to Time McIntosh, who is a classicist and Shakespeare enthusi...
59-It's Poetry Party Time! Read Poetry and Drink Tea With Us!
12 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
It's Poetry Month! Today we invite you to brew a cup of coffee or tea and relax and sip as we di...
58-Tricia's Top Ten Time Travel Titles (from light reads to serious literature)
05 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
It's here at last! Tricia reveals her long-awaited, long-cultivated list of the best time travel...
57-Book Club! Delightful, Meaningful Discussion on Everything Sad is Untrue by Daniel Nayeri
29 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this book club episode we we discuss Daniel Nayeri's profound and funny middle grade novel, E...
56-Guest Author KB Hoyle and Her New Book Release for Middle Grade and Preteen Readers - Orion and the Starborn
20 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
You’re in for a real treat today as we chat with fantasy author KB Hoyle, author of a dozen books,...
55-Spring Growth: Book Recommendations on Gardening, Spring Vibes, Family Fun and More!
15 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Spring is coming! Spring is here! Today we talk all things spring growth - wether it's growing p...
54-A Latin Teacher Talks Quality and Everyday Literature with Guest Angela Reed
08 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Today we are joined by Latin teacher and classical homeschooling mom-of-five Angela Reed. We talk ...
53-Reading Outside Your Culture (or, Reading for Empathy)
01 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Reading is one of the greatest ways to expand your mind and your empathy for people who lead differe...
52-Chatting with Rockstar Librarian Jessie Wakefield: How to be a librarian, using library resources, and her favorite books
22 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Today we are joined by Jessie Wakefield, a librarian in the Chicago area, and she's answering al...
51-Books About Books for Book Lovers on Valentines Day!
14 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
On this Valentine's Day, we're coming to you with every book lover's dream - Books About...
50-The Men of Book Fare: Our Well-Read Husbands and their Recommendations!
08 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Today we welcome our favorite men - our husbands! Join us as we pepper them with questions about the...
49 - Book Club! How to Find Deep Meaning in a Children's Book - Howl's Moving Castle by Diana Wynne Jones
31 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Join us for a delightful discussion on this charming modern fairy tale! We discuss the characters an...
48 - To Reread or Not to Reread, That is Today's Question
24 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Do you ever read books more than once? Why would you do that when there are so many good books in th...
47 - How to Start a Book Club
17 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Today we talk all things Book Club: how to start a book club, why we love book clubs, why book clubs...
46 - Shiny New Reading Year! Shiny New Book Goals!
10 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Happy New Year Book Friends! Today we talk about all the new things coming your way in Season 3! Rea...
45 - The Best Books of the Year 2022!! Recap your Reading Year with US!
13 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
It's a big day! Today we talk best books of the year, how we did on our reading goals, and what our ...
44- Christmas Reading Recommendations and Holiday Gifts for Book Lovers and Mamas like YOU!
06 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Ho Ho Ho Readers! Today we talk all things Christmas - reading traditions, picture books, what to re...
43 -CS Lewis, Out of the Silent Planet, and Classical Education for All with Guest Professor Christiana Hale
29 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
This is a must listen for any CS Lewis, Narnia, or Space Trilogy fan, or for anyone just curious abo...
Ep 42- Book Club! Jane Austen's Persuasion
22 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
This is such a great discussion! Is Anne for real? How did she turn out so well? Did she grow and ch...
Ep 41 - Hustle Bustle Books
15 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
It's that time of year! That time when things get busy and reading gets dropped! How can we keep rea...
Ep 40 - Guest Janice McDonald and Listener Feedback
08 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Today we have the winner of our #summershelfieselfie challenge - listener and friend Janice McDonald...
Ep 39 - A Season of Thankfulness
01 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
It's November! #gratitudemonth Join us as we discuss all kinds of relevant titles for the month of T...
Ep 38 - Guest Heidi White and the Glory of the Classics
25 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Oh, listeners, we are in for such a treat today! Classicist, teacher, and superstar podcaster Heidi ...
Ep 37 - It's elementary, my dear Watson... Elementary kids, that is.
18 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Join us as we talk specifically about reading with elementary-age kids. Whether you're a paren...
Ep 36 - Book Club! Out of the Silent Planet by CS Lewis
11 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Today we launch the discussion on our latest Book Fare Book Club pick - Out of the Silent Planet by ...
Ep 35 - SCARY Stories
04 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Just in time to get your library hold in before #Halloween - it's SCARY stories! Across time, ge...
Ep 34 - Listener Feedback and Current Reads
27 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Today is all about YOU! We jump into the conversations that have been going online and give lots of ...
Ep 33 - The Delight that is Jane Austen
20 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Join us on a journey into Austen! Wether you've read her or not, like her or not, here is our take, ...
Ep 32 - All the Audiobooks! How to save money and more!!
13 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Today we go on an audiobook deep dive! What makes a good audiobook? Where's the best place to get th...
Ep 31- A Journey into Fantasy Worlds
06 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Join us as Book Fare takes its first look into the fantasy genre! Did we get a love of fantasy from ...
Ep 30 - Reading for Ideas with Dr. Sherridon Sweeney
30 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Today, join us in welcoming Dr Sherridon Sweeney who has a PhD in literacy. Sherridon talks with us ...
Ep 29 - Back to School Books!
23 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
We're dreaming of bouquets of freshly sharpened pencils - what do you dream of this time of year? Jo...
Ep 28- Season 2 Launches! What did you do this summer? What did you read?
16 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
We're back! Join us as we tell all the wild and wooly tales of our summers PLUS Summer Reading and s...
Ep 27 Epic Fantasy with Guest Author RG Triplett
27 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Join us on an adventure to explore RG Triplett's epic fantasy world from his Epic of Haven Trilogy. ...
Ep 26 Tricia Has An Idea
21 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to our zaniest episode yet, in which Tricia springs an idea on the girls for an impromptu co...
Ep 25 Summer Adventure or Summer Relaxing? What to Read During the Dog Dayz
14 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Summer may be the most popular time for reading. How do you read in the summer? Wether you like to b...
Ep 24 Listener Feedback and Current Reads #3!
07 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Come along and hear of the literary journeys your fellow listeners have been on. We'll also shar...
23-The Writing Process, Historical Fiction, and Russian & Ukrainian Culture w/Author Kelli Stuart
01 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Today, award-winning author Kelli Stuart joins us to discuss her latest book The Master Craftsman an...
22-Book Club Discussion on the Classic Novel: Agnes Grey by Anne Brontë
25 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Tune in to our discussion of Agnes Grey by Anne Brontë So many of our listeners have joined us in t...
21-Family-Friendly Read-Alouds That Will Build Your Family Culture - They’re Not Just for Kids!
18 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever wondered: How can my family enjoy books together? How can we watch less TV? Why are my...
20-Personal Development with Jess Parimore: Goal Setting, Growth, and Success for You and Your Family
11 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Join us as Fitness Guru Jess Parimore leads us into the wonderful discussion of Personal Development...
19-Book Fare Book Fair! Book Recommendations to Continue a Path You’ve Loved
04 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Ever heard of a #read-a-like ? Or a #bookflight ? In today's episode, we take high quality books...
18-Feel Like a Lighter Vibe? Let’s Discuss Some High Quality Wholesome Fluff
27 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Whatever you want to call it -beach reads, bubble bath books, commercial fiction, light books, women...
17-Give Poetry a Chance (to Make You Think)
20 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Today for #poetrymonth we talk about all things poetry. Do we like it? Is it valuable? Fun? Importan...
16-Book Club Fun! Girl Waits With Gun by Amy Stewart
12 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Join us as we discuss our second book club pick - "Girl Waits With Gun" by Amy Stewart. Th...
15-The Weird, the True, and the Not Yet Invented! Thoughtful Questions Asked By Sci-fi Books
05 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
It's #ScienceFiction !! What is it? Do we like it? Where do we start with it? How can we find ou...
14-Guest Brett Culp and The Hero's Journey: The Format of Every Great Literary Work and Maybe Your Life
29 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Today we are joined by documentary filmmaker and superhero expert Brett Culp to discuss The Hero'...
13-What Are YOUR Thoughts? Listener Feedback and Our Current Reads
22 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Join us as we share feedback and ideas from our online community as well as a fun conversation about...
12- "A Light Exists in Spring" Quality Book Recommendations that Won’t Break Your Brain!
15 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
It's spring! Does your reading change in the spring? What are you in the mood for this spring? J...
11-Middle School--Yikes! Classics to Comics Recommendations for Those Tough Years
08 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Want to connect with your middle schooler? Join us as we discuss reading in the tumultuous years of ...
10-Book Fare Book Club Discusses "Destiny of the Republic ; Madness, Medicine, and the Murder of a President" by Candice Millard
28 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Our first Book Fare Book Club! Join us as we discuss our first group read, "Destiny of the Repu...
9-Will Tracking Your Reading Maximize the Discussions in Your Home?
22 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Do you track your reading? Why would you want to track your reading? In this episode we talk, and l...
8-Go Back In Time: Values and World View Shaping with Historical Fiction
15 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Want more from Liza Thurmond? We get together one more time to talk Historical Fiction. What is it, ...
7-What’s a Great Book for My Child? The Wholesome, the Virtuous, and the Fun
08 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
How do you help your child find the next right book and fall in love with reading? In this episode, ...
6-Wish You Could Go Back and Chat with That One Cool History Teacher?
01 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Today we are joined by our first guest - the fabulous history teacher Liza Thurmond! We chat about t...
5-What Are YOUR Thoughts? Listener Spotlight and Our Current Reads
25 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we highlight feedback from our Book Fare community and share what we're current...
4-No Smut Allowed! Wholesome Romantic Love Stories for Valentine's Day!
18 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
If you want to get a love story in your hands in time for Valentine’s Day, this is your episode! W...
3-It’s Been a While Since I was Lost in a Good Book... When You’ve Forgotten Your Reading Purpose
14 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
How do you get out of a reading slump and get that intellectual excitement back? In this episode we ...
2-How to Set New Year New Reading Goals for a Thoughtful 2022
11 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Happy New Year! In this episode we discuss reading goals for 2022. Coming up with goals is popular c...
1-Welcome to Book Fare! Dive into this fun, book-loving space!
04 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to Book Fare! This fabulous first episode will tell you what this podcast is all about. Meet...