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Books were always Sarah Clarkson's delight. Raised in the company of the lively Anne of Green Gables, the brave Pevensie children of Narnia, and the wise Austen heroines, she discovered reading early on as a daily gift, a way of encountering the world in all its wonder. But what she came to realize as an adult was just how powerfully books had shaped her as a woman to live a story within that world, to be a lifelong learner, to grasp hope in struggle, and to create and act with courage. She's convinced that books can do the same for you.

An American Girl Anthology: Finding Ourselves in the Pleasant Company Universe turns American Girl dolls―and the ever-growing ecosystem surrounding them―inside out. Editors Justine Orlovsky-Schnitzler and KC Hysmith, along with an expansive list of contributors, explore Pleasant Company (American Girl's parent corporation) and the social and cultural impact the dolls and broader American Girl universe continue to have for generations of American consumers through thoughtful and fun essays.

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It's the middle of the high-flying, go-getting 80s in Maggie Thatcher's England, and Marlene has something to celebrate: she has just been made managing director of the Top Girls Employment Agency. But with no friends to speak of, and a past she'd just as soon forget, the guests at Marlene's party are a collection of famous women from history. Soon Marlene discovers that life above the glass ceiling is not all it's cracked up to be. This is a bold, searing comedy from an Olivier Award-winning playwright.

Anne Frank’s The Diary of a Young Girl is more than a historical document—it is a timeless exploration of the human spirit, capturing resilience, hope, and the complexities of identity in the face of unimaginable adversity. This in-depth analysis examines Anne’s personal journey during her two years in hiding, revealing the universal struggles of adolescence, the moral implications of war, and the enduring power of her words. Through her vivid reflections, Anne grapples with themes of self-discovery, family dynamics, and the search for meaning in a world torn apart by hatred and intolerance.

Love fantasy romance? Hate how bad it can get? So do we. Every week, we dive deep into the wildest, weirdest, and most wonderfully terrible books the fantasy romance genre has to offer. From cringe-worthy tropes and chaotic worldbuilding to spicy scenes that make us question everything – we read them so you don’t have to!

Deep dives about the major themes found in SMART GIRL: A FIRST-GEN ORIGIN STORY feat. Samantha Pinto and the author, La'Tonya Rease Miles.

Meet Cute Presents: The Girls' Girls, an audio romantic comedy. When two twenty-somethings end up at the same Williamsburg brewery, bemoaning to the bartender that some guy just stood them up, two tables become one. They commiserate over bad dates, New York and no men, then both agree, Parent Trap style, to share their date's profile. In a city of 8 million people: it’s the same guy! But these two aren’t going to let this serial ghoster get away with it. Binge the full story here.

We are a biweekly podcast discussing books and book related topics! We will be covering books seen on BookTok, Bookstagram, and many more! Find us on Instagram @girlsgottareadpodcast or email us @ girlsgottareadpodcast@gmail.com Hosted by Ellery & Emily

Life is our stage and all of us land the leading role, everyone else simply makes an appearance. These are scenes and chapters of my life that are most memorable. Every detail has been carefully written down as precisely as memory would assist. Not one word of it has been exaggerated or padded to make it more interesting, humorous or acceptable. The real life characters, either those still alive or the one's that have sadly taken their exit, have made it entirely worth recollecting and writing about. I'm certain there are many who can relate to my story in one way or another.

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Binaural beats and black voices combine to quiet your mind and relax you into your best night's sleep. Settle down and immerse yourself into original and classic stories with a melanated twist. In no time, you'll be "Sleeping in Melanated Peace". Girl, Goodnight!

A podcast hosted by your two favorite Good Girls, Alex and G, introducing you to the wonderful world of smut, romance, and fantasy with your fave authors and content creators.

Story Girl: The Life of Lucy Maud Montgomery is a 7-part narrative series about the beloved author of Anne of Green Gables. Lucy Maud Montgomery once wrote that biography is a “screaming farce,” adding that the best biographies give only a two-dimensional portrait of its subject, while everyone has a half-dozen “different sides.” Aware of this fool’s errand, we're leaning in, and examining the different-sidedness of Maud. Each episode explores her personal triumphs and struggles, her creative inspirations, and the ways in which her "scribblings" left a lasting impact on literature ...

The Girls Are Writing is an unfiltered journey into the world of writing and self-publishing through the lens of a Black indie author. Host Tasha Monét shares real-time updates on her long overdue debut novel (& the others that will follow it) and her journey of building an indie publishing company. Each week, dive into honest conversations about the writing process, self-publishing insights, and practical tips for crafting dope stories. Whether you're a procrastinator, perfectionist, or just trying to get your voice heard, this podcast offers motivation, commiseration, and celebration for ...

Two best friends discussing their favorite book series, amazing heroines, fictional men, and everything in between.

It’s 1979, the lead guitarist of The Wide Eyed Boys, Eddie Allbright, and his supergroupie model wife, Lissy Ellery are one of the most famous and glamorous rock couples in the world. From the outside, their life looks like a dream, but behind closed doors too many drugs, too many affairs and too much black magic is creating a recipe that will either save them, or destroy them. An intimate look into the hedonistic life of a seventies rock band and their groupies, Rainbow Girl is for everyone who has ever wondered what it was really like to be with the band. A stand alone, set in the world of...

Millennial hosts Chris and Allison analyze book to movie adaptations with themed drinks in hand. S1 covers ”Holes” and S2 is currently covering Collen Hoover’s ”It Ends With Us.” Grab a drink and read along with the Cover Girls! Please subscribe and rate if you enjoy the content and want more. Let’s dig in!

A podcast from two friends dedicated to answering the age-old question, which was better, the book or the movie?

A podcast about all things Dune w/ a classic casual conversation vibe. We also bring in literary, cultural, and film theory into our chats, but we really don't take ourselves too seriously.