Literally Books

This week’s episode taught Magda and Lindsay a valuable lesson: a bad book can be made better by an even worse movie. That’s right, they’re discussing all things Wuthering Heights…and “Wuthering Heights.”Okay, okay. So even though they may not have loved everything about Emily Brontë’s sole work, they definitely agree it has depth and is, in its own right, revolutionary. The movie…well, that’s...

As we learned with “I’m Glad My Mom Died,” Jennette McCurdy is not an author you turn to for comfortable conversations. Her debut fiction book, “Half His Age,” amps up the squidginess 1,000% and has Magda and Lindsay squirming in their seats as they talk about the age gap tale, which is told from a 17-year-old’s perspective about her relationship with her 40-year-old teacher. One thing we can say...

We burn. We pine. We read. This week’s episode is all about the swoon. Magda and Lindsay recommend stories with some of the most heat-inducing moments they could think of. *Romantic partner not required. Books mentioned in the episode: “Romeo and Juliet“ by William Shakespeare“East of Eden“ by Johns Steinbeck“Wuthering Heights“ by Emily Brontë“Frankenstein“ by Mary Shelley“The Dungeon Anarchist’s...

Welcome to the literary eras tour. This week, Magda and Lindsay are joined by Brittany and Dani of “The Breadcrumb Effect” podcast to discuss the literary breadcrumbs that led them from one moment in their lives to the next. Listen in to learn the books that formed the readers they’ve become, and all the lessons they learned along the way. You an follow The Breadcrumb Effect here! Email us!...

We all have that platonic friend who is incredibly hot, that we spend a decade going on vacations with and definitely never have romantic feelings for, and does not create tension in our relationships, right? Okay, so maybe not. But WHO CARES? We need a little unrealistic love in our lives. This week, Magda and Lindsay talk all about the swoon-y, sweet, romantic “People We Meet on Vacation,” both...

It’s time to get woo-woo, because this week, Literally Books is looking to the stars to recommend your next read. What will ignite the fire signs’ passion? Which stories will fill our water signs’ cups? What tales will our earth signs find most grounding? This week’s episode will chart your reading course. Books mentioned in the episode:“People We Meet on Vacation“ by Emily Henry“Funny Story“ by...

It’s a new year, and Literally Books is back, baby! Magda and Lindsay catch up on everything they read during the break. Magda discusses reading all about feminine rage across various genres, and Lindsay delves into her journey through literary absurdity. Then the gals put dive deep into their woo-woo to discuss the resolutions they’re working toward this year and all they want to manifest. …and...

Ladies and Gentlemen! Please be seated, because it is time for the second annual Thankful Awards! Bask in the gratitude as Magda and Lindsay award their favorites in various bookish categories, including: Character They’re Most Thankful to Have MetAuthor They’re Most Thankful to Have DiscoveredAdaptation They’re Most Thankful for (Released)Book They’re Most Thankful to Have FinishedBook They’re...

Dreams do come true! This week, Magda and Lindsay discuss their perfect weekend hanging out with incredible authors, creatives, and book people at this year’s Texas Book Festival. Listen in for recaps of their favorite sessions and book recs they came away with. *Also, please excuse Lindsay’s “potato quality” tech. Her camera was as tired as she was. Email us! Literally Books WebsiteLiterally...

In the pitch-black of night, a woman runs through the dry brush of the West Texas desert. She is out of breath. She is terrified. And she’s just turned to see the headlights of the car that’s chasing her. This is just the FIRST PAGE of this week’s book, “Innocence Road!” Join Magda and Lindsay as they chat with the author, Laura Griffin, about this heart-pounding mystery. Books mentioned in the...