Bookish Links I Love!

And I think you will too.

Podcasts, book reviews, accessories, used books, festivals, book trackers, and more! Hit me up if you have any other suggestions you love!

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Podcasts!

I am a podcast junkie. If I'm not listening to an audiobook (or need a break), I'm devouring podcasts. My favorites are true crime and books. Here are a few of my favorite book podcasts. If you want some true crime suggestions, reach out and I'm happy to talk all things murderino!

Sarah's Bookshelves Live

From conversations with authors to seasonal book previews and an amazing summer reading list, this podcast has it all. I also really enjoy the no punches pulled reviews of books. My favorite episodes are the seasonal circle backs where the hosts share their thoughts on the books they read that season.

What Should I Read Next?

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Anne Bogel is a treasure and really good at choosing books based on readers' past bookish history. Here every day readers (and sometimes celebrities!) share three books they love, one book they hate, and what they are reading now. Anne then gives them three suggestions of what to read next.

Book Gang

I'm new to this podcast, but am loving it! It is run by the woman behind the Mom Advice website. This one features backlist and lesser known books, so if you're looking for hidden gems not splashed all over booktok and bookstagram, this is a great place to get recommendations.

Currently Reading Podcast

Hosted by two bookish best friends that met online through their love of books, this podcast has something for everyone. They often have guest hosts, author interviews, and more. The hosts have very different tastes, so there is something for everyone. I am recently enjoying their new mini-episodes about the Three Pines series by Louise Penny.

Bookish Sites I Visit Daily...

... but probably shouldn't... Here are my daily check-in sites.

Goodreads

The OG of book trackers. I love adding books to my TBR lists, creating different lists, updating reviews, and interacting with other readers. I also use this with my classes for them to look up quotes, reviews, and synopsis of books they/we are reading.

StoryGraph

I actually like this app better than Goodreads (shhh...), but since I've been using GR for so long, I can't quite give it up. This app tracks reading trends and allows you to join challenges and check off books to fit prompts. I found this through the 52 Book Club Reading Challenge. And I LOVE it!

Pinterest is a great place to get book recs, writing ideas, bookish craft ideas, and punny literary quotes. I spend waaay too much time pinning and not enough time following through on those pins. Anyone else?

Check out my Pinterest boards to see my favorite bookish pins.

ThriftBooks

Okay, so I don't check ThriftBooks every day, but definitely more often than I should. At least according to my bank account. This site has some great deals on slightly used books. I use it to help fill my classroom bookshelves (and refill when I don't get the books back). There are also a lot of backlist and hard to find books here as well.

Hoopla App

If you have a library card, you have FREE access to ebooks, audiobooks, music, comic books, movies, TV shows, newspapers, magazines, and more through the Hoopla app. I use it daily for audiobooks mostly. No excuses not to get a library card!

Libby App

Another library app that allows you to access all the wonderful bookish things for FREE with your library card. If I can't find the book I want on Hoopla, I can usually find it on this app. You can also create tags to keep track of your wish list or request books on hold.

NetGalley

Want to read and review books before they are available to the general public? Apply to be a reviewer on NetGalley. Publishers put up Advance Reader Copies (ARCs) in exchange for honest reviews. This helps the books get some hype before they are released.

Edelweiss

Another place to create an account and request and receive ARC copies of books. Like NetGalley, you can request digital books or audiobooks. Just make sure you review before the deadline to keep your review percentage high. This will help you be approved more easily.

Bookish Accessories I Love

Do I need all these items? Probably not. But I LOVE them and use them daily. Some of these are affiliate links that help fund my high school classroom library.

Wooden Page Holder

Getting older = getting arthritis. But readers of all ages will benefit from this - especially with our chonky books.

Book Pillow

Yes, I'm aware this shows a tablet, but this works equally as well for a book. This is the one I currently have, but I've been eyeing up THIS ONE as well. I love it for laying in bed and reading.

Washi Tape

I love to use washi tape on the top and sides of my books to indicate chapters, parts, or important passages. This is especially helpful when teaching to find quotes and close reading passages.

Rechargeable Book Light

When I need to read just one more boo... I mean chapter and my hubby wants to sleep, this comes in handy! And I love that it is rechargeable instead of battery operated.

ARC Book Review Journal

I couldn't find an ARC journal that I liked, so I made one! It's helped me keep track of all my reviews and keep my NetGalley score at a 95%.

Sleep Headband

I use this EVERY SINGLE NIGHT to listen to podcasts or audiobooks (or rarely music) to help me fall asleep. The bluetooth speakers are flat, so you can lay on it without hurting your ears! It's also great for running in colder weather.

Repositionable Book Flags

I love these book flags as a reader and a teacher. There are several sets in this pack. I love marking passages to speak with my classes about or those I want to reference later.

Neck Fan

Two Words: Neck Fan. I use this ALL. THE. TIME. Teaching in my hot classroom. Walking and listening to audiobooks. In the car. At track meets. Judging cheer. It has different speeds and is rechargeable.

Phone Tripod

I use this small, repositionable phone stand to hold my device while I read, tape videos (including the First Chapter Friday vids), and for timers in class. If you want something bigger to hold a tablet, I suggest THIS ONE.

National Book Festival

The Library of Congress puts on one of the biggest book festivals of the year. This year it is on Saturday, August 12th and it's FREE!! If you're anywhere near D.C., come check it out. I'll be there for sure!