Meagan's Book Club Podcast

133: Chat with Sean Patrick Hopkins

05 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, I’m joined by audiobook narrator Sean Patrick Hopkins for such a fun and insightful conversation about his journey into the world o...

132: April Books

30 Apr 2026

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April brought a mix of standout reads, unexpected favorites, and a few that missed the mark. In this episode, I’m sharing my full monthly wrap-up—...

131: Chat with Brittanee Nicole

28 Apr 2026

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This week on the podcast, I’m joined by international bestselling indie and traditionally published romance author Brittanee Nicole—and this conve...

130: All the Upcoming Thrillers

23 Apr 2026

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I’m joined again by my bookstagrammer friend Dennis (@scaredstraightreads) to talk about the thrillers we’re most excited for in the months ahead....

129: Chat with Rachel Hochhauser

21 Apr 2026

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In this episode, I’m joined by instant New York Times bestselling author Rachel Hochhauser to chat all about her buzzworthy new novel Lady Tremaine....

128: What I'm Loving

16 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

April's What I'm Loving episode came quickly this month! I can't believe how fast the days are flying by. It's always a blast to sit d...

127: Chat with Alexandra Potter

14 Apr 2026

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Please welcome bestselling author Alexandra Potter to the podcast! Her new book So, I Met This Guy was an absolute blast for me to read and I loved ca...

126: What I’ve Read, What I’m Loving & What’s Next

09 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

In this solo episode, I’m sharing a little life update and a lot of excitement for what’s ahead. From finally creating a dedicated office space in...

125: Chat with Emma Grey

07 Apr 2026

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In this episode, I’m joined by international bestselling author Emma Grey to talk about her powerful new novel, Start at the End.We dive into the em...

124: March Books

02 Apr 2026

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The month flew by and I am so happy with all the books I read in March! This is the first time I'm saying this but I think I can recommend all the...

123: Chat with Ruth Wariner

31 Mar 2026

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In this episode, I’m joined by New York Times bestselling author Ruth Wariner to talk about her unforgettable memoir, The Sound of Gravel. This powe...

122: Q2 All About the Books

26 Mar 2026

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Q2 is here! It is always a pleasure to sit down with my friend Hannah @booksandbitesroc and discuss all the upcoming books for the next few months. No...

121: Chat with Marie Benedict

24 Mar 2026

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On this episode, I’m joined by bestselling author Marie Benedict to talk about her sweeping new novel, Daughter of Egypt. Marie shares her deep love...

120: My First Reading Retreat

19 Mar 2026

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If you’ve ever wondered what it looks like to truly step away and sink into rest, this episode is for you. I’m taking you behind the scenes of my ...

119: Chat with Linda Wilgus

17 Mar 2026

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In this episode, I’m joined by debut author Linda Wilgus to talk about her beautiful new novel, The Sea Child. We chat about the inspiration behind ...

118: What I'm Loving

12 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Back with another fun "What I'm Loving" episode to share with you all the things I've been thinking about lately. The biggest thing ...

117: Chat with Tiffany Crum

10 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

I’m so excited for you to hear this conversation with debut author Tiffany Crum! We sat down to talk about her brand-new novel This Story Might Save...

116: February Books

05 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

February went by in a flash and thankfully, I finished some good notable books! In February, I finished 13 books: 11 were audiobooks and 2 were kindle...

115: Chat with Tracy Sierra

03 Mar 2026

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In this episode, I’m joined by Tracy Sierra, author of Nightwatching—one of my favorite books of 2024 and a Jimmy Fallon Book Club pick—to talk ...

114: The Anatomy of a Book Cover

26 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

This week on the podcast, I’m chatting with Elisha Zepeda, a talented book cover designer whose work you’ve probably admired without even realizin...

113: Chat with Sara Maurer

24 Feb 2026

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In this episode, I’m joined by author Sara Maurer to talk about her debut novel, A Good Animal, and her journey to becoming a published author. We c...

112: What I'm Loving

19 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Back with another fun "What I'm Loving" episode to share with you all the things I've been thinking about lately. Personal battles, ...

111: Chat with Catherine Newman

17 Feb 2026

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This week on the podcast, I’m joined by instant New York Times bestselling author Catherine Newman! Her novel Sandwich was a standout sensation and ...

110: A Bookish Chat with Danielle of @foreverbookedup

12 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

I had the best time chatting with Danielle (@foreverbookedup) — we’ve been book friends for years, so this conversation felt less like an intervie...

109: Chat with Sadeqa Johnson

10 Feb 2026

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In this episode, I’m joined by bestselling author Sadeqa Johnson to talk about her stunning new novel, Keeper of Lost Children. Sadeqa shares her jo...

108: Bestie Book Club for The One

06 Feb 2026

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Surprise episode! I’m joined by my fairly newly established bestie book club—Corine, Kelsi, and Julia—for a full-spoiler discussion of The One b...

107: January Books

05 Feb 2026

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January was a very three-star kind of reading month. I read a lot of books that were fine, enjoyable, and easy to turn the pages on—but not many tha...

106: Chat with Maurene Goo

03 Feb 2026

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I am so excited about this episode because I’m joined by bestselling author Maurene Goo to celebrate her debut adult romcom, One and Only, out Today...

105: The Ultimate Valentine’s Day Romance Recs

29 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, I’m talking all about love books — the cute ones, the devastating ones, and the ones where love gets a little… dangerous. From ...

104: Chat with Barrie Kreinik

27 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

This week on the podcast, I’m joined by the incredible Barrie Kreinik—an award-winning audiobook narrator whose voice you’ve likely heard in som...

103: What I'm Loving

23 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

I’m trying something new this year and making this a monthly segment — a little check-in where I share what I’ve been loving, enjoying, and doin...

102: Chat with Alice Feeney

20 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

I’m so excited to welcome New York Times bestselling author Alice Feeney to the podcast! With eight books under her belt and a brand-new release, My...

101: Q1 All About the Books

15 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Book lovers, this one’s for you! I’m back with my recurring book chat segment alongside my Bookstagram friend Hannah (@booksandbitesroc), and we’...

100: Chat with Kate Bryan @k8_smallthings

13 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

This week I’m joined by longtime content creator Kate Bryan, the force behind Small Things. I’ve been following Kate since her early hair-tutorial...

99: The Q&A Episode: Let’s Talk Life, Church, & Audiobooks

08 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

This episode is basically a cozy, tell-all chat. I asked you for questions and you delivered—life stuff, bookish favorites, church, relationships, a...

98: Chat with Jennifer Niven

06 Jan 2026

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In this episode, I’m joined by bestselling author Jennifer Niven to talk all about her newest novel, Meet the Newmans, out now. Set in the 1960s, th...

97: The Favorite Books of 2025

19 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

This final episode of the year feels especially meaningful. I’m reflecting on a year of reading that brought comfort, challenge, and so many moments...

96: The Books That Missed the Mark in 2025

16 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Hot takes incoming. This episode is all about my least favorite books of 2025—the overhyped, the underwhelming, and the ones I truly wish I’d DNF’...

95: The Final Book Club Discussion

10 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this final book club episode of the year, we dive into How to Read a Book by Monica Wood—a tender, layered novel about second chances, chosen fam...

94: Chat with Karissa Vacker

09 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

This week, I’m joined by acclaimed audiobook narrator Karissa Vacker, whose voice has brought to life some of today’s most gripping and emotional ...

93: November Books

04 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

November came and went in a flash! I had two trips back to back and didn’t get the amount of reading I was hoping for, but even with a busy schedule...

92: Chat with Tory Henwood Hoen

02 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, I sit down with author Tory Henwood Hoen to talk about her beautifully written new novel, Before I Forget. It’s a heartfelt, funny,...

91: Chat with Matthew Norman

25 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Bestselling author Matthew Norman joins me to chat all about his charming new novel, Grace and Henry’s Holiday Movie Marathon. We dive into how this...

90: A Very Bookish Holiday

20 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this special holiday episode, I’m diving into a festive holiday this-or-that—and along the way sharing some of the traditions and memories that...

89: Chat with Ashley Manley

18 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Author Ashley Manley is back — and she’s my very first second-time guest on the podcast! We had so much to catch up on since her debut, including ...

88: 2026 Book Preview: The First Half of the Year

13 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Get ready to build your 2026 TBR! In this episode, I’m sharing fifteen books coming out in the first half of the year that have already caught my ey...

87: Chat with Julie Olivia

11 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

This week, I’m joined by Julie Olivia, author of If It Makes You Happy—a cozy, small-town romance set in 1997 Vermont that’s full of flannel, ba...

86: Chat with Monica Wood

07 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

This week, I’m joined by the wonderful bestselling author Monica Wood to chat all about her heartfelt new novel, How to Read a Book. It’s a story ...

85: October Reads

06 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

October turned out to be one of my best reading months yet! I read 16 books—13 of them on audio—including three from the charming Emma M. Lion ser...

84: Chat with BK Borison

04 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Bestselling author B.K. Borison joins the podcast to talk about why romance deserves a seat at the literary table. *(cue fan girl moment for me!)* We ...

83: Hamnet Discussion

30 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

WARNING: There will be spoilers about the Book! Our October book club discussion is here! This month we dove into Hamnet by Maggie O’Farrell — a b...

82: Chat with Laurie Gilmore

28 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, I sit down with Laurie Gilmore, New York Times bestselling author of The Gingerbread Bakery. We dive into her journey from aspiring w...

81: 10 Fall Things I'm Loving Right Now

23 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Curl up with your favorite fall drink and join me as I share 10 things I’m absolutely loving this season — from the coziest candle to the perfect ...

80: Chat with Kirsten Miller

21 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

This episode is such a treat—I got to sit down with Kirsten Miller! You might know her from her YA books or her adult hits like The Change, and now ...

79: Chat with RaeAnne Thayne

14 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

This week I had the absolute joy of chatting with bestselling author RaeAnne Thayne about her brand-new Christmas novel, Snow Kissed. With more than 7...

78: Oct, Nov, Dec Books

09 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

It’s time for our Quarter 4 catch-up! I’m joined by my friend Hannah from @booksandbitesroc, and we spend an hour talking about what we’re curre...

77: Chat with Andrea Catalano

07 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

This week I’m joined by Andrea Catalano to chat all about her debut novel The First Witch of Boston—a gripping story inspired by the true history ...

76: September Books

02 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

September! What a month. Lots of favorites which makes me so happy! Hope you had a great reading month and you had some winners. Happy listening!Favo...

75: Chat with Heather Aimee O'Neill

30 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, I sit down with debut author Heather Aimee O’Neill to talk about her stunning new novel The Irish Goodbye. It’s a heartfelt famil...

74: The Women on Platform Two Discussion

26 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

It’s book club time! For September we read The Women on Platform Two, a story that takes us to 1970s Dublin where contraception was completely banne...

73: Chat with Marie Bostwick

23 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, I chat with New York Times bestselling author Marie Bostwick about her new novel The Book Club for Troublesome Women. Already a USA T...

72: A Peek Behind the Podcast

18 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

This week, I’m pulling back the curtain and giving you a peek behind the mic. From how episodes are planned to the surprises that pop up along the w...

71: Chat with Kasie West

16 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

I had the best time chatting with Kasie West, beloved YA contemporary romance author, about her exciting leap into adult romance—with a little spice...

70: Fall Into New Books: The Best Autumn Releases

11 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Pumpkin spice lattes aren’t the only thing worth celebratingthis season! Fall is packed with bookish goodness! In this episode, I’m breaking down ...

69: Chat with Laura and Michelle @dontbotheruswerereading

09 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Today I’m joined by Michelle and Laura, the delightful duo behind the bookstagram @dontbotheruswerereading. We chat all about their personal reading...

68: August Books

04 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

August! You came and went in a flash and somehow I kept reading even with back to school, sickness, and limited time to focus. My standout favorite is...

67: Chat with Laura Anthony

02 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, I sit down with Laura Anthony, author of The Women on Platform Two, a moving and powerful novel inspired by a true story of women in ...

66: The Correspondent Discussion

28 Aug 2025

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Our August book club pick brought something extra special—author Virginia Evans herself joined us! We had the gift of listening as she shared the st...

65: Chat with Amy Poeppel

26 Aug 2025

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This week I’m joined by 5 time author Amy Poeppel, whose brand new novel Far and Away takes us on a laugh-filled adventure of a house swap between f...

64: Book Talk with My Husband: His Last 10 Reads

21 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

This week my husband joins me on the mic for such a fun conversation! Ryan's sharing the last 10 books he’s read, how he finally found his way i...

63: Chat with Lynda Cohen Loigman

19 Aug 2025

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This week, I’m joined by the incredibly talented Lynda Cohen Loigman, author of The Love Elixir of Augusta Stern and three other beautiful novels. L...

62: Sister Surprises & Stories I’m Loving

14 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

This week, I’m sharing a mid-month check-in that’s close to my heart...the joy of a surprise birthday trip with my sisters and the reminder of how...

61: Chat with Samantha Downing

12 Aug 2025

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Internationally bestselling author Samantha Downing is back with a killer new book—literally. Too Old For This stars an elderly woman who just happe...

60: 39 Book Recs for My 39th Birthday!

07 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

To celebrate my 39th birthday, I’m sharing 39 book recommendations—yes, all 39 made it into this episode! From thrillers and rom-coms to memoirs a...

59: Chat with Ellie Palmer

05 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Author Ellie Palmer is back! Her charming debut Four Weekends and a Funeral was a Book of the Month pick, and now she’s just released her second nov...

58: The Poppy Fields Discussion

31 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

July's book club discussion gets real, and a little vulnerable, as we dive into The Poppy Fields by Nikki Erlick, a novel that imagines a controversia...

57: July Books

31 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

July was a great month of reading! Shockingly, I only had two ⭐️⭐️ books which felt like a huge accomplishment. As we know, audiobooks are kee...

56: Chat with Miranda Cowley Heller

29 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

NYT bestselling author Miranda Cowley Heller, known for her debut novel The Paper Palace, joins me to talk about her beautiful new poetry collection W...

55: Chat with Sara Hildreth @fictionmatters

24 Jul 2025

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This week I’m joined by my friend and fellow bookstagrammer Sara Hildreth from @fictionmatters! Sara is a former English teacher and lifelong book l...

54: Chat with Daphne Woolsoncroft

22 Jul 2025

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This week, I’m joined by Daphne Woolsoncroft—co-host of the hit true crime podcast Going West and debut author of the gripping thriller Night Watc...

53: The Worst Books I Read This Year (Sorry Not Sorry)

17 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Books are personal, and while some titles became new favorites for many readers, they just weren’t for me. In this episode, I’m talking about my l...

52: Chat with Jo Piazza

15 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Author Jo Piazza joins me to chat about her new juicy-as-hell thriller Everyone Is Lying to You—and we go deep on the influencer world, the dark sid...

51: Chat with Emily Harding

15 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

I had the best time chatting with author Emily Harding about her brand-new book How Freaking Romantic! We talked all about what it was like for her to...

50: Chat with Merrick White @merricksart

10 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, I’m joined by the fabulous Merrick White, the creative force behind @merricksart. We dive into her inspiring journey from blogging ...

49: Chat with Sarah MacLean

08 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

This week, I had the absolute joy of chatting with bestselling author Sarah MacLean! Known for her wildly popular historical romances, Sarah is taking...

48: June Books

03 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

What a month! We’ve settled into a great summer routine and I am cruising through the audiobooks + kindle reading while on my daily walks, quiet tim...

67: Chat with Laura Anthony

01 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, I sit down with Laura Anthony, author of The Women on Platform Two, a moving and powerful novel inspired by a true story of women in ...

47: Chat with Karen Dukess

01 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

This week on the podcast, I’m joined by author Karen Dukess for a delightful and inspiring conversation! We chat all about her fascinating path to b...

46: Between the Devil and the Deep Blue Sea Discussion

27 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

SPOILERS!! In the month of June, we discussed Between the Devil and the Deep Blue Sea—a raw, powerful novel that dives into the complexities of addi...

45: July, August, Sept New Books

26 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Please welcome back my good friend Hannah (@booksandbitesroc) and grab a cozy drink (and maybe a snack and an activity) as we catch up about all the Q...

44: Chat with Annie Hartnett

24 Jun 2025

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This week, I’m joined by the delightful Annie Hartnett, author of the charming and emotional new novel The Road to Tender Hearts. We dive into her u...

43: Q&A Time: A Peek Into My Life

19 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

It’s personal Q&A time! You sent in your questions—and I’m answering them! From behind-the-scenes podcast life to what my husband does for w...

42: ACOTAR- Mini Episode

18 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this mini episode, I’m sharing my thoughts on A Court of Thorns and Roses by Sarah J. Maas—the book that launched a thousand fae-themed obsessi...

41: Chat with Kristin Harmel

17 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, I’m joined by bestselling author Kristin Harmel to discuss her powerful new novel The Stolen Life of Colette Marceau. We dive into ...

40: Chat with Nikki Erlick

17 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Meagan’s Book Club Podcast, bestselling author Nikki Erlick joins us to discuss her deeply moving new novel, The Poppy Fields. Kn...

39: Thrills, Chills, and Bookish Spills with @scaredstraightreads

12 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

*apologies for the mic echo towards the end of the interview, smh facepalm*This week’s episode is a thrill! I had the absolute best time chatting wi...

38: Chat with Courtney Walsh

10 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Today on the podcast, Meagan chats with beloved author Courtney Walsh about her delightful upcoming release, Everything's Coming Up Rosie—a heartwar...

37: May Reads

05 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

May! We were all crawling to the finish line getting to summer break, but now that you're here, I am ready to binge some books! I cannot believe I...

36: Chat with Kristen L Berry

03 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Meagan chats with debut author Kristen L. Berry about her novel We Don’t Talk About Carol—a gripping family mystery rooted in lon...

35: The Ultimate Beach Read List: 25 Books to Dive Into This Summer

29 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this special episode of Meagan's Book Club Podcast, I'm serving up 25 amazing beach reads to keep you turning pages all summer long! Whethe...