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WHAT TO READ

Craving a page-turner that’ll keep you up all night? That Love Podcast delivers the ultimate reading guide—from steamy romance novels and twisty thrillers to laugh-out-loud rom-coms and inspiring memoirs. Whether you’re into heart-fluttering love stories, gripping mysteries, or powerful nonfiction, we spotlight the best new releases, hidden gems, and all-time favorites.
We’ve also got listicles packed with book recs for every mood and moment:
✨ Enemies-to-lovers romances
✨ Small-town sagas
✨ Unputdownable psychological thrillers
✨ Books that make you cry (in a good way)
✨ Feel-good reads for self-care days
Every week, we help you find your next literary obsession. Whether you’re reading in bed, on the beach, or between episodes of your favorite show—That Love Podcast is your go-to guide for what to read now.


Wrangled Love by Ann Einerson Book Review: A Heart-Pounding Cowboy Romance That Ropes You In
Introduction Can a rugged cowboy and a city girl find love amidst dusty trails and family secrets? Wrangled Love by Ann Einerson, a...
7 days ago9 min read


Crazy Love (The Single Dad Playbook #5) by Willow Aster Book Review: A Sizzling Marriage of Convenience That Scores a Romantic Touchdown
Introduction Can a steamy Bahamas fling spark a love that conquers all? In Crazy Love , the fifth standalone in Willow Aster’s Single Dad...
Jul 119 min read


I Could Be Yours by Helena Hunting Book Review: A Grumpy-Sunshine Hockey Romance That Melts the Ice
Introduction What happens when a wedding planner’s best kiss comes from the grumpiest best man who ghosted her? I Could Be Yours by...
Jul 109 min read


Where You’re Planted by Melanie Sweeney Book Review: A Lush Romance Rooted in Resilience
Introduction Can love bloom in the aftermath of a storm, where roots are tested and hearts are replanted? In Where You’re Planted ,...
Jul 98 min read


These Summer Storms by Sarah MacLean Book Review: A Tempest of Family Secrets and Forbidden Love
Introduction What happens when a billionaire’s death unleashes a storm of family secrets on a private island? These Summer Storms by...
Jul 86 min read


Only Between Us (Oakwood Bay #2) by Ellie K. Wilde Book Review: A Sizzling Fake Dating Rom-Com That Scores Touchdowns
Introduction What happens when a viral selfie turns a washed-up football star and a fiery small-town girl into the NFL’s hottest fake...
Jul 79 min read
ROMANCE BOOKS
SCI-FI AND FANTASY BOOKS


10 Must-Read Science Fiction and Fantasy Books of July 2025
Introduction July 2025 is set to ignite your imagination with a stellar lineup of science fiction and fantasy novels that blend...
Jul 214 min read


10 Must-Read Sci-Fi and Fantasy Books of June 2025: Epic Adventures Await
Introduction What’s more thrilling than escaping into a world where magic crackles, starships soar, and heroes rise against impossible...
May 2812 min read


10 Sci-Fi and Afrofuturist Books Inspired by Juneteenth Themes
Juneteenth, celebrated on June 19th, commemorates the emancipation of enslaved African Americans in the United States, specifically...
May 58 min read


The Overstory by Richard Powers Book Review: A Forest of Stories That Roots You Deep
Introduction: Can a Tree Tell a Story That Changes Your World? Imagine standing beneath a canopy so vast it whispers secrets older than...
Apr 196 min read


The Fifth Season by N.K. Jemisin Book Review: A Shattering Symphony of Stone, Survival, and Soul
Introduction What if the earth itself turned against you—not with malice, but with the raw, indifferent power of a world unmade? In The...
Apr 175 min read


The Wood Wife by Terri Windling Book Review: A Desert Song of Magic and Mystery
Introduction: What If the Desert Whispered Its Own Secrets? Picture a landscape where the sand hums with ancient voices, where rabbits...
Apr 136 min read
CRIME/THRILLER/ MYSTERY BOOKS


5 Must-Read Mystery & Thriller Books for July 2025
July 2025 is set to thrill mystery and suspense fans with a chilling lineup of novels that blend heart-pounding twists, complex...
Jul 310 min read


10 Must-Read Thriller and Mystery Books Releasing in May 2025
Introduction What if the shadows of your past came creeping back, not as memories, but as a killer lurking just out of sight? Or imagine...
Apr 159 min read


The 10 Most Iconic Westerns of the 1960s
The 1960s were a golden era for the Western genre, a time when filmmakers redefined the archetypal tales of cowboys, outlaws, and...
Apr 137 min read


The 10 Most Influential Horror Movies of the 1970s
The 1970s were a transformative decade for horror cinema, a period when the genre shed its gothic roots and embraced visceral,...
Apr 36 min read


10 Must-Read Thriller and Mystery Books Coming Out in April 2025 You Won’t Want to Miss
Spring 2025 is heating up with a killer lineup of thriller and mystery books, and April is the month to watch. Imagine this: a quiet...
Mar 1810 min read


10 Must-Read Crime & Thriller Books for March 2025
Introduction What’s more thrilling than the promise of a new crime novel or psychological thriller dropping just as the chill of winter...
Mar 810 min read
QUEER / LGBTQIA+ BOOKS


8 Must-Read Queer and LGBTQ+ Books Releasing in July 2025
As the literary landscape continues to flourish with diverse voices, July 2025 promises an extraordinary lineup of queer and LGBTQ+ books...
Jul 312 min read


Aristotle and Dante Discover the Secrets of the Universe by Benjamin Alire Sáenz Book Review: A Poetic Symphony of Love, Identity, and Unseen Stars
Introduction What if the universe whispered its secrets through the quiet collision of two boys’ souls? In Aristotle and Dante Discover...
May 56 min read


The Black Flamingo by Dean Atta (2019) - Book Review: A Fiery Anthem of Self-Discovery and Pride
Introduction In a world that often demands conformity, how do you find the courage to embrace your true self? Dean Atta's "The Black...
May 36 min read


We Are Okay by Nina LaCour Book Review: A Quiet Queer Anthem of Grief and Grace
Introduction: What If Loneliness Could Sing? What if the silence of a snowbound dorm held a melody—of grief so deep it echoes, of love so...
May 16 min read


Orpheus Girl by Brynne Rebele-Henry Book Review: A Queer Mythic Rebellion That Sings Defiance
Introduction What if love could defy the underworld—not just Hades’ realm, but a modern hell forged by hate? In Orpheus Girl (2019),...
Apr 297 min read


Call Me by Your Name by André Aciman (2007) - Book Review: A Timeless Ode to First Love and Self-Discovery
Introduction Have you ever been so deeply moved by a book that it feels like a part of your own life? "Call Me by Your Name" by André...
Apr 276 min read
CHILDREN'S AND YA BOOKS


Top 10 Educational Apps for Kids: Enhancing Learning Through Technology
Introduction In an era dominated by smartphones, tablets, and digital screens, technology has seamlessly integrated into every aspect of...
Mar 1113 min read


20 Mother’s Day Books for Kids: Celebrating the Bond Between Mothers and Children
Mother’s Day is a cherished occasion to honor the incredible women who nurture, guide, and love us unconditionally. For children, it’s a...
Mar 511 min read


10 Back to the Future Books for Kids: A Must-Read List for Young Fans
The Back to the Future franchise has captivated audiences since its debut in 1985, weaving a timeless tale of adventure, time travel,...
Mar 45 min read


20 Must-Read Star Wars Books for Kids: Adventures in a Galaxy Far, Far Away
Introducing young readers to the expansive universe of Star Wars can ignite a lifelong passion for adventure, heroism, and the timeless...
Feb 2810 min read


Book Review: Dog Man: Brawl of the Wild by Dav Pilkey —A Captivating Blend of Humor, Heart, and Heroism
"Dog Man: Brawl of the Wild" by Dav Pilkey is the sixth installment in the wildly popular Dog Man series. This graphic novel continues...
Feb 276 min read


Book Review: The Tiger Who Came to Tea by Judith Kerr — A Timeless Classic of Whimsy and Imagination
"The Tiger Who Came to Tea" by Judith Kerr is a beloved children's classic that has enchanted readers for over 50 years. First published...
Feb 266 min read


Wrangled Love by Ann Einerson Book Review: A Heart-Pounding Cowboy Romance That Ropes You In
Introduction Can a rugged cowboy and a city girl find love amidst dusty trails and family secrets? Wrangled Love by Ann Einerson, a...


Crazy Love (The Single Dad Playbook #5) by Willow Aster Book Review: A Sizzling Marriage of Convenience That Scores a Romantic Touchdown
Introduction Can a steamy Bahamas fling spark a love that conquers all? In Crazy Love , the fifth standalone in Willow Aster’s Single Dad...


I Could Be Yours by Helena Hunting Book Review: A Grumpy-Sunshine Hockey Romance That Melts the Ice
Introduction What happens when a wedding planner’s best kiss comes from the grumpiest best man who ghosted her? I Could Be Yours by...


Where You’re Planted by Melanie Sweeney Book Review: A Lush Romance Rooted in Resilience
Introduction Can love bloom in the aftermath of a storm, where roots are tested and hearts are replanted? In Where You’re Planted ,...


These Summer Storms by Sarah MacLean Book Review: A Tempest of Family Secrets and Forbidden Love
Introduction What happens when a billionaire’s death unleashes a storm of family secrets on a private island? These Summer Storms by...


Only Between Us (Oakwood Bay #2) by Ellie K. Wilde Book Review: A Sizzling Fake Dating Rom-Com That Scores Touchdowns
Introduction What happens when a viral selfie turns a washed-up football star and a fiery small-town girl into the NFL’s hottest fake...


My Ex-Best Men by Rebel Bloom Book Review: A Spicy Rom-Com Rollercoaster of Exes and Wedded Chaos
Introduction What happens when your past loves crash your best friend’s destination wedding, turning your maid of honor duties into a...


Finders Keepers by Sarah Adler Book Review: A Treasure Hunt for Love That Unearths the Heart
Introduction What if the treasure you seek lies not in gold but in the heart of a forgotten friend? In Finders Keepers , Sarah Adler...


8 Must-Read Queer and LGBTQ+ Books Releasing in July 2025
As the literary landscape continues to flourish with diverse voices, July 2025 promises an extraordinary lineup of queer and LGBTQ+ books...








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