Meagan's Book Club Podcast
Episodes
147: Chat with Kyleigh Leddy
23 Jun 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In today’s episode, I’m joined by debut author Kyleigh Leddy to talk all about her powerful first novel, Worse Than Strangers. Kyleigh brings a un...
146: Why My Kids Love Reading
18 Jun 2026
Contributed by Lukas
This week is a special episode of the podcast because I’m joined by my favorite guests—my kids! We’re chatting about their favorite books, the s...
145: What I'm Loving
16 Jun 2026
Contributed by Lukas
It's time for another What I'm Loving episode! This month, I'm sharing everything that's been bringing me joy lately—from what I'...
144: Whistler, Jimmy, and Adult Bevs
11 Jun 2026
Contributed by Lukas
It's that time again for our mid-month check in! This episode was fun to record because I was coming off the high of seeing Jimmy Eat World (for t...
143: Chat with Courtney Walsh
09 Jun 2026
Contributed by Lukas
This week on the podcast, I’m joined by one of my longtime favorite authors and humans, Courtney Walsh, to talk about her uplifting new novel, Brigh...
142: May Books
04 Jun 2026
Contributed by Lukas
May was a busy reading month filled with a few highlights, some disappointments, and plenty to discuss. In this episode, I'm breaking down every b...
141: Chat with Meg Mitchell Moore
02 Jun 2026
Contributed by Lukas
On today’s episode, I’m joined by bestselling author Meg Mitchell Moore to celebrate her newest novel, Down with the Shipmans, available now. We h...
140: Life Lately: A Mid-Year Q&A
28 May 2026
Contributed by Lukas
I’m back with a mid-year catch-up Q&A episode, and it was really fun to dive deeper into some of the questions submitted earlier this week on In...
139: Chat with Annabel Monaghan
26 May 2026
Contributed by Lukas
This week on the podcast, I’m joined by bestselling author Annabel Monaghan to chat about her delightful new novel, Dolly All the Time — a heartfe...
138: What I'm Loving
21 May 2026
Contributed by Lukas
May’s “What I’m Loving” episode is here and somehow we’re already heading toward summer! This month felt especially full in the best way —...
137: Chat with Sarah Damoff
19 May 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I’m joined by bestselling author Sarah Damoff for a heartfelt and insightful conversation about her writing journey. We chat about ...
136: The Mid-May Book Chat
14 May 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Hi friends! Today is a little mid-month check-in where we’re chatting about all the things — the books that are working for me this month, the one...
135: Chat with Mikki Brammer
12 May 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In today’s episode, I’m joined by bestselling author Mikki Brammer to talk all about her highly anticipated new novel, Good Joy, Bad Joy. After th...
134: Step into Middleburg Books
07 May 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Step inside the charm of Middleburg Books with shop owner Mary Beth Morell as we talk about the heart behind her beloved bookstore. From the “why”...
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
Contributed by Lukas
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
Contributed by Lukas
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
Contributed by Lukas
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
Contributed by Lukas
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
Contributed by Lukas
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
Contributed by Lukas
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
Contributed by Lukas
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
Contributed by Lukas
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
Contributed by Lukas
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
Contributed by Lukas
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
Contributed by Lukas
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
Contributed by Lukas
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
Contributed by Lukas
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
Contributed by Lukas
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
Contributed by Lukas
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
Contributed by Lukas
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
Contributed by Lukas
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
Contributed by Lukas
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
Contributed by Lukas
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
Contributed by Lukas
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
Contributed by Lukas
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
Contributed by Lukas
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
Contributed by Lukas
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
Contributed by Lukas
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
Contributed by Lukas
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
Contributed by Lukas
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...