The Book Common Room
Episodes
Amaze, Amaze, Amaze: Project Hail Mary Deep Dive
23 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In our sixth episode this season, we’re breaking down Project Hail Mary by Andy Weir. We’re sharing our thoughts, reactions, and favorite moments—...
Are We Smart Enough? Intro to Project Hail Mary
09 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In our fifth episode, we introduce Project Hail Mary by Andy Weir. Join us as we discuss a handful of Weir's other projects and our love for Proj...
Borges: Short Stories & Existential Crises
23 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In our fourth episode of the season, we explore short stories by Jorge Luis Borges: Shakespeare’s Memory, Death and the Compass, The Circular Ruins,...
Is Borges the Most Important Writer of the 20th Century?
09 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In our third episode, we explore who Borges was and the influence he has had on literature. February Borges Short Stories: 1. Shakespeare’s Memory...
Discussing Tress of the Emerald Sea & Emmanuel Levinas' Ethics of the 'Other'
26 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In our second episode, we continue our discussion of Brandon Sanderson’s Tress of the Emerald Sea! Join us as we discuss our favorite moments and ho...
Introducing Tress of the Emerald Sea: A Gentle Entry into Fantasy_S2E1
12 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In the first episode of our new season, we introduce Brandon Sanderson’s Tress of the Emerald Sea! Kick off the new year with us as we explore a sto...
2025 Reading Recap & Our 2026 Goals_Episode 38
22 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In our thirty-eighth episode, we reflect on our 2025 best reads and goals. Additionally, we discuss our new goals for 2026. Follow us on Instagram @T...
Narnia: The Deep Dive Behind the Wardrobe_Episode 37
08 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In our thirty-seventh episode, we slip through the wardrobe one last time this year for a spoiler-filled journey through The Chronicles of Narnia. As ...
Lessons in Little Women: A Deep Dive_Episode 36
24 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In our thirty-sixth episode, take a deep dive into Little Women by Louisa May Alcott. Join us as we spend the month with the March family, exploring t...
Sisterhood, Stories, and Little Women_Episode 35
10 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In our thirty-fifth episode, we’re introducing Little Women by Louisa May Alcott, our November book club pick. Join us as we spend the month with th...
Do Vampire Stories Have Plots? A Twilight and The Vampyre Deep Dive
27 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In our thirty-fourth episode, we take a deep dive into our thoughts on John William Polidori’s The Vampyre (1819) and Stephenie Meyer’s Twilight (...
Lord Ruthven to Edward Cullen: Has the Vampire Really Changed?_Episode 33
13 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In our thirty-third episode, we examine the persistence of the vampire in literature, focusing on John William Polidori’s The Vampyre (1819) and Ste...
What Makes a Good Story? & Guess That Book/Movie!_Episode 32
22 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In our thirty-second episode, we discuss what makes a good story and the impact it can have. Additionally, we take a few quizzes to test our book and ...
The Boy, the Mole, the Fox and the Horse: A Deep Dive_Episode 31
25 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In our thirty-first episode, we take a deep dive into the many themes and lessons in the book The Boy, the Mole, the Fox and the Horse by Charlie Mack...
Discovering the Magic of Children's Books_Episode 30
11 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In our thirtieth episode, we introduce the children’s genre through the beloved book The Boy, the Mole, the Fox and the Horse by Charlie Mackesy. We...
Guest Spotlight: Kylee’s 8 Books That Made Her_Episode29
28 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In our twenty-ninth episode, we continue to celebrate one full year of our podcast with our good friend Kylee! In this episode, we discuss the top eig...
Why Do We Read?_Episode 28
07 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In our twenty-eighth episode, we celebrate one full year of our podcast. This month, we explore the question at the heart of it all: Why do we read? W...
Tea in the Shire: A Lord of the Rings Review_Episode 27
23 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In our twenty-seventh episode, we delve into the world of J.R.R. Tolkien, exploring our favorite moments in The Lord of the Rings and the impact it ha...
Meet Tolkien: A Soft Intro to The Lord of the Rings_Episode 26
09 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In our twenty-sixth episode, we delve into the world of J.R.R. Tolkien, exploring the origins of The Lord of the Rings and how Tolkien’s imagination...
Dune Deep Dive: Facing Dune's Complex Themes_Episode 25
26 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In our twenty-fifth episode, we take a deep dive into Frank Herbert's Dune. Join us as we discuss the complex characters, politics, and world-bui...
Sci-Fi Foundations: A First Look at Dune_Episode 24
12 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In our twenty-fourth episode, we explore the life and legacy of Frank Herbert, the visionary behind Dune, examining his impact on science fiction and ...
More Than a Game: Unpacking The Hunger Games_Episode 23
28 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In our twenty-third episode, we take a deep dive into Suzanne Collins’ The Hunger Games, expanding on our reviews of the series and the impact it ha...
Introducing Dystopia in The Hunger Games_Episode 22
14 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In our twenty-second episode, we dive into Suzanne Collins’ The Hunger Games, exploring the author behind the phenomenon and the dystopian genre tha...
Lore Olympus: A Deep Dive_Episode 21
24 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In our 21st episode, we delve deep into the different themes and characters from Lore Olympus by Rachel Smythe. Content Warning from Rachel Smythe: L...
Introducing Lore Olympus: The Myths We Keep Telling_Episode 20
10 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In our twentieth episode, we introduce Lore Olympus, the author, and the genre that brings ancient myths to life in a modern world. We explore why the...
Persuasion: A Deep Dive_Episode 19
24 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In our nineteenth episode, join us as we take a deep dive into our thoughts and opinions in Jane Austen's novel, Persuasion. Follow us on Instag...
Introducing Persuasion_Episode 18
10 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In our eighteenth episode, we dive into the life and legacy of Jane Austen, exploring her impact and introducing her novel Persuasion.Follow us on Ins...
Our Hot Take on Fourth Wing_Episode 17
27 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In our seventeenth episode join us as we discuss the good and the bad in Fourth Wing by Rebecca Yarros Follow us on Instagram @TheBookCommonRoom Wat...
What Makes a Trending Book: Intro to Fourth Wing_Episode 16
13 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In our sixteenth episode, we introduce Rebecca Yarros' popular fantasy book Fourth Wing from her Empyrean series. Join us as we ramble through wh...
2024 Reading Recap & Our Exciting Plans for 2025_DecemberBonusEpisode
30 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In our December bonus episode, join us as we reflect on our 2024 reading goals and discuss some goals we wish to make for 2025. Please comment on wha...
A Christmas Carol: A Deep Dive_Episode 14
23 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In our fourteenth episode, join us as we take a deep dive into our thoughts on A Christmas Carol by Charles Dickens. Follow us on Instagram @TheBookC...
Introducing A Christmas Carol_Episode 13
09 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In our thirteenth episode, we introduce Charles Dickens' classic novella A Christmas Carol. Join us as we explore the enduring legacy of a story ...
The Sword of Kaigen: A Deep Dive_Episode 12
25 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In our twelfth episode join us as we take a deep dive into M.L. Wang's novel "The Sword of Kaigen". Follow us on Instagram @TheBookCom...
Introducing The Sword of Kaigen_Episode 11
11 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In our eleventh episode, join us as we introduce M. L. Wang's adult high fantasy novel, The Sword of Kaigen: A Theonite War Story.Follow us on In...
Frankenstein: A Deep Dive_Episode 10
28 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In our tenth episode join us as we take a deep dive into our thoughts on Frankenstein by Mary Shelly. Follow us on Instagram @TheBookCommonRoom Watc...
Ghost Stories and the Birth of Frankenstein_Episode 9
14 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In our ninth episode, join us as we share chilling ghost stories that span from the age of Mary Shelley to the present day, alongside the origins of t...
Our Hot Take on A Court of Thorns and Roses_Episode 8
23 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In our eighth episode join us as we take a deep dive into our thoughts on A Court of Thorns and Roses by Sarah J. Maas.Follow us on Instagram @TheBook...
What Makes a "Good" vs. "Bad" Book? A Court of Thorns and Roses Edition_Episode 7
09 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Join us as we introduce the book for this month, A Court of Thorns and Roses (the non-spoilers version)! This book series has been brought to our atte...
Who were the Brontës?_Episode 6
19 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In our sixth episode join us as we explore who the Brontë family was and how their lives affected their published works. Follow us on Instagram @The...
Jane Eyre: A Deep Dive_Episode 5
05 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In our fifth episode join us as we take a deep dive into Charlotte Bronte's novel Jane Eyre. Follow us on Instagram @TheBookCommonRoom Watch or ...
How Well Do We Know Harry Potter?_Episode 4
15 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In our fourth episode join us as we rediscover our Hogwarts Houses and test our Harry Potter knowledge. Link to quizzes: - https://www.gotoquiz.com/...
Is Harry Potter Holding Us Back?!_Episode 3
01 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In our third episode join us as we discuss the Harry Potter franchise and its impact on us as readers. Note: Major spoilers for the entire Harry Pott...
Introduction pt. 2_Episode 2
16 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In our second episode, we interview Kali on the eight books that have made her. Note: Mild "Harry Potter and the Cursed Child" and "Wh...
Introduction pt. 1_Episode 1
03 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In our first episode, we introduce The Book Common Room podcast and interview Lauren on the eight books that have made her. Note: Moderate content sp...