What Should I Read Next?

A guest reignited her love for reading in late 2022, leading to a year of intentional reading. They discuss satisfying reading habits, the power of the book community, and diverse book recommendations like 'Boy's Life' and 'Son of Elsewhere'. Delve into the twists of 'Shark Heart' and explore unique love stories in 'Why Fathers Cry at Night'.

Courtney Dezahd, a marketing professional and mom, seeks novels with staying power and soul-changing reads. She loves stories of unrequited love and human triumph. Anne provides recommendations like 'Kindred' and 'Bird Song'. Topics include themes of survival, hope in literature, and exploring love in 'Snow Falling on Cedars'. Also, Olympic dreams and intense competition in 'Gold' are discussed along with exciting book recommendations.

Join Farrah Rochon, a romance author, as she shares her journey into the romance genre, her writing process, and the state of the industry. Explore her love for Disney, New Orleans, and the importance of crafting timeless stories. Discover the impact of TikTok on book promotion and get book recommendations for captivating reads.

Amy shares her adventures in literary matchmaking, discussing dating app interactions about books, newfound love for nonfiction, bookstore architecture, and a childhood grudge. Anne plays matchmaker, recommending books based on Amy's unique interests and tastes.

Guest Sarah Butler, a librarian in Brooklyn, talks with the host about her love for all things hygge and winter. They discuss wintry books, the Scandinavian approach to the cold months, and creating cozy atmospheres at home. They also explore deep dives into children's literature authors and books with unique settings and character interactions.

Seattle-based journalist Reagan Jackson, co-executive director of Young Women Empowered, talks about her search for emotionally honest romance, her dislike for a popular classic, and the memoirs she can't get enough of. From exploring new genres like graphic novels to delving into diverse storytelling, Reagan seeks fresh book recommendations in this compelling and emotionally honest podcast conversation.

Natalie Nava, who experienced burnout, talks with Anne about reading as it relates to wintering and recovery. They discuss techniques for recovering from burnout and Anne suggests winter reading titles. They explore books with traumatic backstories, societal routines, complex relationships, and time travel.

Amy seeks help with her reading choices due to a budget change. They discuss reframing her selections, challenges in borrowing from libraries, and Amy's favorite books. They also explore a captivating young adult book about an extended Cherokee family, books that were not a good fit, and author Connie Willis. Finally, they discuss horror literature and recommend books from various genres.

You're likely familiar with the work of today's guest: literary agent Elisabeth Weed, of the boutique literary agency The Book Group. Elisabeth has had a hand in bringing you many recent popular titles, and today she and Anne talking about the current literary landscape.From the trends Elisabeth is seeing (and what they mean for readers and writers) to how TikTok continues to influence the book trade, they cover a lot of ground in today's conversation. Elisabeth also shares her predictions for 2024 and a few of the titles she’s most excited about for late 2023 and early 2024.Listen in for a good behind-the-scenes look at the factors shaping today’s literary offerings, plus a few choice book recommendations on titles you might otherwise miss.Find the full list of books mentioned today on our show notes page at whatshouldireadnextpodcast.com/413.Our big Spring Book Preview is happening Thursday January 25 at 8:30pm EST. Access this fun live event by becoming a Patron, joining our Modern Mrs Darcy Book Club, or purchasing your a la carte ticket at modernmrsdarcy.com/sbp. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, Anne shares her best books, favorite reads, and most memorable reading experiences of 2023. They discuss delightfully weird and offbeat books, dark humor in Silver Nitrate by Sylvia Moreno-Carcia, emotionally resonant memoirs, the dilemma of loving art despite troubling creator biographies, enjoyable audiobook experiences featuring Irish accents, and books like 'The Rachel Incident' by Caroline O'Donahue and 'Ensemble' by Asia Gable.