Cheerbrarian Itsy Bitsy Book Review! Title: In the Woods Author: Tana French
Itsy Bitsy Book Review!
Title: In the Woods
Author: Tana French
If you ask me for a book rec out of the blue, I will likely enthusiastically shout at you about Tana French and her Dublin Murder Squad series (this is the first). It really puts the thrill on thriller. (Warning: Do not pick up unless you are ready to ignore your family and responsibilities).
If you are itching to hear me rave about it even more, check out my pod episode this week where I talk about it (and hear my tips on how to try to read more). BOOKZ RULE.
Sidebar: Though I have been a rabid fan for over a decade, I was absolutely shook to learn that she is American (though a longtime resident of Dublin). Because in the series she really makes Dublin come alive!
Question: What’s your favorite mystery?
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This week on the pod: let me help you find a “mean therapist” of your own! And a great book to read on your own therapy journey. What’s your experience with therapy?
Itsy Bitsy Book Review!
Title: Wellness
Author: Nathan Hill
Heidi Convery-Liscum, first guest on my podcast recommended this book as one of her Unreauired Reading recommendations and she swayed me HARD with her opinion. I didn’t read this book, I devoured it.
Nathan Hill has written a brilliant examination (and dismantling) of a modern relationship of a couple in their 40s, holding up a mirror to our culture in a way that is cutting and interesting and people should read this book.
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“Remember to want what we already have.” What a great lesson in managing your own expectations and baseline happiness! I had a wonderful time talking with @angiekimask this week and this was one of my favorite moments.
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Y’all remember when I interviewed Angie Kim for this podcast?!! (I. KNOW). We talk her book, other books, and happiness and early reviews say it’s a hit. Check it ouuuuut.
Behold, real footage of my reaction when New York Times Bestselling author Angie Kim responded to my DM, agreeing to be on my podcast! (Props to the Schaumburg library for having awesome private study rooms in which freaking out can happen). Did I really get to talk to Angie Kim about her great book?? YES I DID! And you can listen to that episode when it drops tomorrow, Tuesday May 7th, coinciding with the release of her paperback!
We cover a lot of ground: Angie talks about the origins of her book, Happiness Falls, she shares how she pivoted to being a professional writer, and we have a great discussion on happiness and how adjusting your baseline can make you happier. Plus, she gives us 3 awesome “unrequired reading” books that she read frequently when writing her novel.
Plus PLUS…there’s yet another fun surprise giveaway. Check it ouuuuut.
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Y’all. I made pita chips and I feel so accomplished about it. Even though by “make pita chips” I mean I took pita bread, tore it into chunks and toasted it. YES CHEF.
I’m all about a narrative frame and encouraging others to find things to celebrate. Soooo what can you reframe to be a brage for you today?? Hmmmmmm?? I wanna know! #advicefromthecheerbrarian #cheerbrarian #idomeantobrag #cheerbrarianbrag #humor #learning #selfhelp #booklovers #podcasts #podcastersofinstagram #womenwhopodcast
Itsy Bitsy Book Review!
Title: The Bandit Queens
Author: Parini Shroff
Color me impressed with this debut novel! I think it a real challenge to make a story about women suffering under abusive husbands and the difficulties of living in within the caste system in modern day rural India incredibly funny, but this book managed to do that.
The humor is dark, but the characters (mostly women) are authentic, interesting and very relatable as they try to navigate the world of men while finding ways to advocate for themselves in a world that doesn’t want them to do much at all.
If you read it, tell me cuz I’m eager to discuss it!!!
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As seen on my walk. It helped me to pause and take a deep breath. Maybe it’ll help you too. #selfhelp #advicefromthecheerbrarian #mindfulness #podcasts #womenwhopodcast #books #bookworm #booklovers
This week on the pod I have MY FIRST EVER GUEST, Heidi Convery-Liscum, Gallup Certified Strength Coach. As you can tell in this clip, I’m so excited, I may pass out. Do I? I guess you’ll have to listen to find out.
Heidi and I are both so jacked to talk about CliftonStrengths in the context of bouncing back from rejection and improving your life and we hope you enjoy it and learn something. If you do learn something, let me know! (Would love feedback on my first guested episode).
Plus…there’s another fun surprise giveaway. Plus PLUS Heidi recommends great books for you to check out! So much content for your ear holes…
This week on the pod I have MY FIRST EVER GUEST, Heidi Convery-Liscum, Gallup Certified Strength Coach. As you can tell in this clip, I’m so excited, I may pass out. Do I? I guess you’ll have to listen to find out.
Heidi and I are both so jacked to talk about CliftonStrengths in the context of bouncing back from rejection and improving your life and we hope you enjoy it and learn something. If you do learn something, let me know! (Would love feedback on my first guested episode).
Plus…there’s another fun surprise giveaway. Plus PLUS Heidi recommends great books for you to check out! So much content for your ear holes…
Itsy Bitsy Book Review!
Title: The Woman in Cabin 10
Author: Ruth Ware
This is my first Ruth Ware: I’ve heard good things about her thrillers and was in the market for a tasty thrill ride and that’s exactly what Ware delivers! This would be an excellent book to take with you on vacation...as long as that vacation is not on a cruise.
Though I guessed the broad strokes of the overall “whodunnit” the details of the who/why were a surprise and I had fun watching it all unravel and become clear. A fun one to snag for your summer reading.
Lana is very excited about this week’s podcast (her words, not mine). I’m back tomorrow with a good episode about a BAD situation: dealing with rejection. Can I get an ugh? (Ugh!!!) It happens and it’s nothing to be ashamed of but the emotional roller coaster is real. I share how I dealt with it and what book(s) helped me.
If the guarantee of awesome content isn’t quite enough, then you should listen to find out how you can win a FREE BOOOOOK. Cuz I’m so pumped about this book that I will buy it for one lucky listener.
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Itsy Bitsy Book Review!
Title: Redshirts
Author: John Scalzi
This book is zany fun times for science fiction lovers and a real wink to fans of the Star Trek franchise. And the audiobook read by nkne other than Star Trek’s Wil Wheaton? Say less!!
But to say more, it’s great. So good I listened to it twice, once by myself and once on a family road trip. Smirks and chuckles all around.
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Itsy Bitsy Book Review!
Title: The Princess Bride The Princess Bride: S. Morgenstern’s Classic Tale of True Love and High Adventure
Author: William Goldman
I regret all the wasted years I didn’t read this book! I was hesitant to read it because I’m such a fan of the movie but I shouldn’t have been. Goldman is a genius and the original material has much to offer. Plus, so much of the movie is taken straight out of the book! Color me charmed and delighted.
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Energy sapped when the weather is, well, crap? You are not alone. Windy City, amiright?! Wind out here literally choking me. #cheerbrarian #advice #midwest #fakespring #snow #windy #chilly #solidarity
Am giving myself a break or is my mind breaking up this rainy Monday? Two things can be true.
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Itsy Bitsy Book Review!
Title: Dark Matter
Author: Blake Crouch
This science fiction thriller is waiting to take you on a WILD RIDE that will stretch your imagination. If your experience is anything like mine, you will have more questions than answers and have a hard time putting this one down. Prepare to have your mind blown, right outta your butt.
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Take 20 seconds and laugh with (or at) me as I “vibe with my blooper” from this week’s episode. Let this be a reminder that sometimes when you make a mistake, you just gotta vibe with it, bloop it, admit “Yup, this is me” and start again.
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