Book Reccos: Between the Pages
Episodes
Top 10 Books of 2025
10 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
It is now time for the last podcast episode of the year, which is always a biggie! Today, Jess and Lauren share their Top 10 Book Reccos of 2025!Books...
Festive Book Reccos of 2025
03 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Today, Jess and Lauren dive into their festive reccos of 2025, so before you go any further, grab a festive coffee or hot chocolate!Books Mentioned in...
November 25 Wrap Up
26 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Today, Jess and Lauren are wrapping up November, including initial thoughts on Jess' (first) screening of Wicked! They are also bringing you one old b...
How to Read More
19 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Today's episode is a little bit different, as two people always being asked how we read so many books, today Jess and Lauren share their top tips and ...
Backlist Authors
12 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In today's episode, Jess and Lauren discuss two author's they've newely discovered this year and are each working through their backlist! Books M...
West End Girl Winter
05 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Lily Allen has declared West End Girl Winter and in this episode Jess and Lauren drop some reccos which explore themes from Lily's truly iconic new al...
October Wrap Up 2025
22 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Jess and Lauren wrap up October and before taking an October half term share a couple of reccos from the Booker Prize shortlist!Books...
Antihero Book Reccos
15 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This episode is dedicated to the antiheros: the protagonists we love to hate. Tune in for two morally corrupt plots but sensational reccos.Books Menti...
Halloween Book Reccos
08 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The Ber months are here and there's no better way to get into the Halloween spirit than reading some eery, dark and mystical books.Books Mentioned in ...
September Wrap Up 2025
01 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
September has had sun, its had a bit of a chill but its also had a lot book to screen adaptations so in today's episode Jess and Lauren catch up over ...
Seduction Theory
24 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Jess and Lauren delve into one of the buddy reads they both loved during the summer, but haven't spoken about,.Seduction Theory by Em...
What's publishing in Autumn 2025
17 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Jess and Lauren share some initial predictions from the covers and synopsis' alone of books publishing in the next few months!Bo...
Well Rested & Well Read
10 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
After a delightful Summer break in August, Jess and Lauren are back and catching up on everything they've been up to in the time off, including a BIG ...
July Wrap Up 2025
23 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In their last episode before a summer break, Jess and Lauren share what they got up to in July!Books Mentioned in this episode:The Rush by Beth Lewis&...
Selfish Girls with Abigail Bergstrom
16 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Today, Jess and Lauren are joined by author and publishing powerhouse Abigail Bergstrom. You may have read her debut What a Shame, and now she has a n...
If you watched this, read this...
09 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Jess and Lauren share book reccos inspired by popular Netflix shows!Books Mentioned in this episode:Want by Gillian AndersonListen fo...
What's Publishing Soon?
02 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Jess and Lauren share some initial predictions from the covers and synopsis' alone of books publishing in the next few months!Books M...
June Wrap Up
25 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
It's the end of another month and as we're now half way through 2025, Jess and Lauren check in on how their reading has gone so far! Books Mentio...
Summer 2025 Book Reccos
18 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
It's time for the Book Reccos annual Summer Reccos episode, so grab a cocktail, and get ready for some newly released books Jess and Lauren think are ...
Women's Prize 2025
11 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This week the Women's Prize 2025 winner is announced, so today Jess and Lauren share their thoughts on the short list!Books Mentioned in this episode:...
Atmosphere by Taylor Jenkins Reid
03 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
It's the moment we've all been waiting for, Taylor Jenkins Reid has published a new book just in time for summer hols and Jess and Lauren share their ...
May Wrap Up
28 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this week's episode, Jess and Lauren share what they got up to in May and chat through a couple of books which share similar themes.Books Mentioned...
Curtis Sittenfeld
21 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this week's episode, Jess and Lauren dive into a few of Curtis Sittenfield's books including Sisterland, Show Don't Tell, Rodham and American WifeB...
April Wrap Up
14 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Jess and Lauren are back from their Easter Break and it has been a very busy month. Lauren has been in Argentina and Jess has been in Sierra Leone so ...
The Seven Sisters Series by Lucinda Riley
16 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Jess and Lauren dive into a series Jess spent eight months reading, so it understandably deserves an episode of it's own! If you want...
Adolescence
09 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In today's episode, Jess and Lauren discuss the Netflix series that *everyone* is talking about, Adolescence, linking it to a recent book they've read...
Fundamentally with Nussaibah Younis
02 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Jess and Lauren chat to Nussaibah Younis on her BRILLIANT new book Fundamentally, it's a hilarious and eye-opening novel where an aca...
March 2025 Wrap Up
26 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The clocks are about to change and so it's time for Jess and Lauren's monthly wrap up episode. Tune in for Jess to share thoughts on the newest Hunger...
Whats publishing in Spring
19 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
After how much listeners loved the "what's publishing in 2025" episode in January, Jess and Lauren have decided to make it a quarterly staple, so get ...
Table for One with Emma Gannon
13 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this week's episode, Jess and Lauren have the pleasure of sitting down with the one and only Emma Gannon, chatting all about her new book Table for...
February Recap
05 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Jess and Lauren are back from the half term break and its time to travel back in time to February where they share everything they got up to on their ...
Confessions of Bridget Jones
19 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Bridget Jones Mad About the Boy came out in cinemas this week so this week Jess and Lauren debrief on what we loved about the film and share some of t...
Greatest of All Time by Alex Allison
12 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Today Jess and Lauren are joined by Alex Allison to talk about his new book Greatest of All Time an incredible book about hidden relationships, sexual...
Book Reccos Similar To...
05 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Today's episode is a suggestion by a lovely listener, where Jess and Lauren share Reccos of books similar to some all time faves!Book onto the Book Re...
January Wrap Up 2025
29 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Join Jess and Lauren for their first wrap up of the year where Jess and Lauren share what they got up to, watched and read in January!Book onto the Bo...
So Thrilled For You by Holly Bourne
22 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Today Jess and Lauren bring Holly Bourne's newest book to the pod, So Thrilled For You, which is publishing this month. Book onto the Book Reccos Read...
In Conversation with Gillian McAllister
15 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In their first author interview of 2025, Jess and Lauren kick things off by chatting to Gillian McAllister, best selling thriller author, on her lates...
What's Publishing in 2025?
08 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
It's the first episode of the year, and it's a good one! Jess and Lauren look ahead to the books publishing in 2025!Remember, there are still spaces t...
Top Books of 2024
18 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Its the last podcast episode of 2024, so buckle in for the longest episode of the year as Jess and Lauren share their Top 10 Books of the Year!Books M...
We're Holding Space
11 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Let us be glad, let us be grateful that the Wicked movie is finally here, its taken over our Jess and Lauren's lives so they had to make a podcast abo...
Festive Book Reccos 2024
04 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
It's the most wonderful time, of the year... So grab a hot drink and settle in for the anual festive reccos of 2024 episode!With the New Year approach...
November 24 Wrap Up
27 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this slightly chaotic wrap up episode Jess and Lauren chat about what they got up to in November including now taking bookings for their first wint...
Translated Fiction Reccos
20 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Upgrade your reading experience with Serious Readers' High Definition Light—crafted with Daylight Wavelength Technology™ for clear, comfortable re...
Recent Crime Reads 2.0
13 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Are you ready for a repeat of Recent Crime Reads?! This episode has everything from cosy crime, mystery and dark thrillers. Upgrade your reading exper...
October 2024 Wrap Up
06 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Jess and Lauren catch up on what they got up to in October, and a new review to chat through!Upgrade your reading experience with Ser...
Halloween Book Reccos
23 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Happy Halloween! To get you in the spirit, Jess and Lauren have got no tricks only treats for you today. Think books with witches and vampires, horror...
A Probably Nothing Pity Party
16 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Get ready for a double recco episode where Jess and Lauren chat through 2 books which on the surface explore very similar topics, but in reality could...
World Mental Health Day
09 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
As 10th October is Mental Health Awareness Day in today's episode Jess and Lauren share a few reccos which explore the topic.Books Mentioned in this E...
Intermezzo by Sally Rooney
02 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In today's episode Jess and Lauren discuss the book that everyone's taking about, yes, it's the latest release by Sally Rooney!Books Mentioned in this...
September Wrap Up 2024
25 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
As we start to enter Autumn, Jess and Lauren check in to see how the first of the "ber months" has treated them, and as always recapping what they've ...
What a Way to Go by Bella Mackie
18 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In today's episode, Jess and Lauren discuss What a Way to Go, the newest book from Bella Mackie!Books Mentioned in this Episode:What a Way to Go by Be...
Demure but also brat book reccos
11 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Have you had a Brat Girl Summer, or was your vacation very mindful, very... demure? In this episode, Jess and Lauren breakdown the two summer trends a...
Summer Catch Up
04 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome back! In this episode Jess and Lauren fill you in on all they got up to over the summer break, and throw in a recco for Janice Hallett's newes...
July wrap and Reading Retreat Recap
31 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
It's the final episode before a little summer break, so today Jess and Lauren share the low down on their second Reading Retreat as well as leaving yo...
The NYT Top 100 Books of the 21st Century
24 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This week, Jess and Lauren discuss the books that made it into The New York Times Top 100 books of the 21st Century, sharing reccos on the books they'...
Gold Rush with Olivia Petter.
17 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This week, Jess and Lauren interview none other than award-winning journalist & author Olivia Petter on her NEW book Gold Rush which is set to be ...
Swiftie Eras as Book Reccos (Pt.2)
10 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
A little known artist by the name of Taylor Swift was recently touring in the UK, so today's episode takes inspiration from the Eras tour, providing y...
Swiftie Eras as Book Reccos (Pt 1)
03 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
A little known artist by the name of Taylor Swift was recently touring in the UK, so today's episode takes inspiration from the Eras tour, providing y...
Mid Year Reading Check In
26 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
As we're now officially half way through the year, in this episode Jess and Lauren use their Reading Journals for a mid-year reading check-in.Books Me...
Recent HisFic Book Reccos
19 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This is the episode Jess and Lauren have been promising for a while: a round up of the recent historical fiction books they've enjoyed this year. Comi...
Summer 2024 Book Reccos
12 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In today's episode, Jess and Lauren are back with a listener's favourite: their top reccos for summer reads 2024. Whether you're going away, or plan o...
May Wrap Up
05 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
After taking a half term break, Jess and Lauren are back to fill you in on what they got up to in May, and what they enjoyed reading!Books Mentioned i...
Blue Sisters by Coco Mellors
22 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
A very special book is about to release and this episode is dedicated to Coco Mellors new book Blue Sisters! After interviewing Coco on the podcast fo...
Star Signs as Book Reccos (Part 2)
15 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
It's time for part two of Star Signs as Books - tune in as Jess and Lauren pick up where they left off and pair some stellar books with astrological s...
Star Signs as Book Reccos (Part 1)
08 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Join Jess and Lauren for Part 1 of their Star Signs as Book Reccos episode. From fiery adventures for Aries to comforting reads for Taurus, this episo...
Book Reccos 4th Birthday!
01 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Today's episode is a celebration of Book Reccos turning 4 - which means this lovely podcast has turned 3 years old! So today, Jess and Lauren are dig...
This Summer Will Be Different with Carley Fortune
24 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Today Jess and Lauren are joined by the queen of summer and nostalgia Carley Fortune on her latest book This Summer Will Be Different which publishes ...
You are Here by David Nicholls
17 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this week's episode Jess and Lauren chat about the latest book from the mastermind behind the book and series that has had the nation weeping this ...
Spring Catch Up
10 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
After a lovely Easter break, in this episode Jess and Lauren catch up on what they got up to in March, including Lauren's trip to Peru and some sneaky...
Enemies to Lovers
20 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this week's episode Jess and Lauren dive in to a book trope they can never get enough of: it's enemies to lovers! Tune in to find out their thought...
Spotify Playlists as Book Reccos
13 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this week's episode Jess and Lauren challenge each other to find a book recco related to a random playlist found on Spotify.This episode is brought...
Illicit Affairs
06 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
If you thought Illicit affairs is just the title of a banger by Taylor Swift, you'd be very wrong. In today's episode, Jess and Lauren discuss their r...
February wrap up aka untamed
28 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
As February comes to a close, its time for Jess and Lauren to review what they've been up to and reading this month. Jess finally talks about a new fa...
One Day Deep Dive
21 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
It's what everyone is watching and talking about, so in this episode Jess and Lauren deep dive in to the One Day Netflix adaptation, discussing episod...
Self Love Book Reccos
14 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
To celebrate the day of love, in today's episode Jess and Lauren are sharing their favourite reccos of books to tap in to self love. Expect some empow...
January Wrap Up
07 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this month's reading wrap up, Jess and Lauren discuss their thoughts about the film which EVERYONE is talking about and sweeping up awards - Americ...
A Love Song for Ricki Wilde with Tia Williams
31 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In today's episode, Jess and Lauren welcome New York Times Best Selling Author Tia Williams to the podcast to discuss her newest book A Love Song for ...
Strong Female Character by Fern Brady
24 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this week's episode Jess and Lauren dive in to comedian Fern Brady's fantastic memoir, Strong Female Character which explores everything from menta...
The Women with Kristin Hannah
17 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This week, Jess and Lauren are interviewing none other than the best selling author, Kristin Hannah on her brand new book, The Women! Books mentioned ...
Big Reading Energy
10 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to 2024! Jess and Lauren are kicking off the new year with a catch up on the festive break, sharing what they've been up to, they've been read...
Top Books of 2023
13 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Join Jess and Lauren for the last podcast episode of 2023! It's reccos galore as they compare their Reading Journals and share their favourite reads o...
Festive Book Reccos 2023
06 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The start of December can only mean one thing - the annual Book Reccos Festive Reccos episode! Tune in for four brand new book reccos to kick start yo...
November Wrap Up
29 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this month's wrap up episode, Jess and Lauren share what they got up to this month, from what they did, what they read, and what they watched!Some ...
The Great British Book Off
22 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to the 2023 edition of The Great British Book Off - it's like Bake Off, but with Books! This week, Jess and Lauren each bring a book recco for...
Recent Dystopian Reads
15 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In today's episode, Jess and Lauren dive into two recent Dystopian releases: The Future by Naomi Alderman & You Could Be So Pretty by Holly Bourne...
Good Material by Dolly Alderton
08 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In today's episode, Jess and Lauren dive into the hotly anticipated newest book by Dolly Alderton, Good Material!This month, the Book Reccos podcast i...
October Wrap Up
01 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
After taking a few weeks off from the podcast, this episode is dedicated to filling you in on some exciting life updates from Jess as she shares her w...
Slightly Weird Book Reccos
11 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
After recently enjoying Sara Pascoe's latest book Weirdo, this week Jess and Lauren were inspired to dive into some more wacky books, so stay tuned fo...
September Reading Wrap Up
04 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this months wrap up episode, Jess and Lauren discuss the latest magical book from Christy Lefteri and the final book (maybe) in the Richard Osman s...
Gilmore Girls Book Reccos
27 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Everyone knows that September is officially the start of Gilmore Girls Season! So This week, Jess and Lauren are giving reccos with similar themes to ...
How (Not) To Have An Arranged Marriage with Dr. Amir Kahn
20 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
This week Jess and Lauren are joined by Dr Amir Khan, best known as the resident GP on Lorraine and Good Morning Britain, talking about his debut nove...
Let's Catch Up
13 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
After breaking for the summer, in this episode Jess and Lauren catch up everything they got up to in August, including a deep dive in to Jess' hen do!...
In Conversation with Beth O'Leary
06 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In today's episode, Jess and Lauren chat to none other than Beth O'Leary on her fabulous new book The Wake Up Call, as well as other books of hers the...
Book Lover's Day
09 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this week's episode, Jess and Lauren are celebrating Book Lover's Day with a fun quiz - join in and see if you can beat them!This month the podcast...
Confessions of a 40 Something F##k Up with Alexandra Potter
02 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this week's episode, Jess and Lauren are joined by author of one of their favourite books - Alexandra Potter. She wrote Confessions of a 40 Somethi...
Summer 2023 Reccos
26 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
It's that time of year for Jess and Lauren's books of the summer episode, chatting about this season's new releases. These are books full of escapism ...
In Conversation with Lindsey Kelk
19 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Today Jess and Lauren are joined by the queen of the rom-com Lindsey Kelk, talking about her latest book Love Me Do as well as her long career in the ...
Limelight with Daisy Buchanan
12 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Today Jess and Lauren are joined by host of You're Booked Podcast and writer Daisy Buchanan to chat all about her latest book Limelight, exploring top...
I Wish We Weren't Related by Radhika Sanghani
05 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
This week, Jess and Lauren interview the journalist, author, yoga teacher and campaigner Radhika Sanghani on her brilliant new novel I Wish We Weren't...
June Wrap Up
28 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
To wrap up June, Jess and Lauren share some of their favourite reccos from the month. Some of the Books Mentioned in this Episode: Still Life by Sarah...