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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.
What If I Never Get Over You by Paige Toon Book Review: A Love Story That Lingers Like a Lisbon Sunset
Introduction: What If Three Days Could Change Your Life Forever? Imagine a fleeting romance so intense it burns brighter than a Lisbon...
2 days ago9 min read
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Say You'll Remember Me by Abby Jimenez Book Review: A Love Worth Remembering Across Miles and Memories
Introduction: What If One Perfect Night Could Rewrite Your Forever? What if a single date—wild, witty, and unforgettable—became the...
Apr 208 min read
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Teach Me a Lesson (Lessons in Love #2) by Ana Kirk Shaw Book Review: A Forbidden Romance That Ignites the Classroom with Spice and Heart
Introduction Ever wondered what happens when a childhood crush collides with a steamy adult reality—like a dodgeball to the heart you...
Apr 188 min read
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7 Sizzling Summer Romance Novels Set at Music Festivals
Introduction Picture yourself in a sun-drenched field, the air thick with the strum of guitars, the pulse of drums, and the electric hum...
Apr 1611 min read
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Any Trope but You by Victoria Lavine Book Review: A Romance That Twists Tropes into a Cozy, Alaskan Triumph
Introduction What happens when a romance writer who’s lost faith in happily-ever-afters stumbles into a plot straight out of her own...
Apr 157 min read
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Resurrection: A Novel by Danielle Steel Book Review: A Heart’s Rebirth Amid Life’s Ruins
Introduction: What If Your Perfect Life Was a Lie Waiting to Unravel? Imagine jetting off to Rome, heart alight with twenty years of...
Apr 148 min read
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ROMANCE BOOKS
SCI-FI AND FANTASY BOOKS
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
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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
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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
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10 Must-Read Science Fiction and Fantasy Books of May 2025
Introduction Picture this: a rebel psychic infiltrating a futuristic elite academy, her every move shadowed by a commanding officer whose...
Apr 1112 min read
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The Hobbit by J.R.R. Tolkien Book Review: A Timeless Adventure Through Middle-earth’s Heart
Introduction: What If One Step Beyond Comfort Changed Everything? Imagine a world where a cozy hobbit hole—complete with a crackling fire...
Apr 118 min read
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The Earthsea Cycle by Ursula K. Le Guin Book Review: A Timeless Odyssey of Magic, Balance, and the Wild Soul
Introduction What if the key to wielding power lay not in conquest, but in harmony with the wild forces of the world? In The Earthsea...
Apr 96 min read
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CRIME/THRILLER/ MYSTERY BOOKS
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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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7 Must-Read Crime & Thriller Books for February 2025
As February 2025 approaches, crime and thriller enthusiasts can look forward to a thrilling lineup of new releases. From psychological...
Jan 274 min read
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QUEER / LGBTQIA+ BOOKS
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),...
4 hours ago7 min read
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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...
2 days ago6 min read
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Last Night at the Telegraph Club by Malinda Lo Book Review: A Neon-Lit Love Song to Queer Courage
Introduction: What If a Neon Sign Could Light the Way to Your True Self? Imagine a city buzzing under the weight of 1950s paranoia, where...
4 days ago6 min read
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The Song of Achilles by Madeline Miller Book Review: A Queer Love Story That Echoes Through Time
Introduction: What If Love Could Rewrite an Epic? What if the Trojan War wasn’t just a clash of swords, but a tender duet of hearts...
6 days ago5 min read
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Heartstopper: Volume 1 by Alice Oseman Book Review: A Graphic Love Story That Steals Your Heart and Won’t Let Go
Introduction What if a single glance across a classroom could spark a love so pure it feels like sunlight breaking through a storm? In...
Apr 216 min read
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10 Must-Read Queer and LGBTQ+ Books Releasing in May 2025
Introduction Imagine stepping into a New York night where the air hums with possibility, a trans woman’s first hormone-fueled steps...
Apr 169 min read
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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),...
What If I Never Get Over You by Paige Toon Book Review: A Love Story That Lingers Like a Lisbon Sunset
Introduction: What If Three Days Could Change Your Life Forever? Imagine a fleeting romance so intense it burns brighter than a Lisbon...
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...
Last Night at the Telegraph Club by Malinda Lo Book Review: A Neon-Lit Love Song to Queer Courage
Introduction: What If a Neon Sign Could Light the Way to Your True Self? Imagine a city buzzing under the weight of 1950s paranoia, where...
The Song of Achilles by Madeline Miller Book Review: A Queer Love Story That Echoes Through Time
Introduction: What If Love Could Rewrite an Epic? What if the Trojan War wasn’t just a clash of swords, but a tender duet of hearts...
Heartstopper: Volume 1 by Alice Oseman Book Review: A Graphic Love Story That Steals Your Heart and Won’t Let Go
Introduction What if a single glance across a classroom could spark a love so pure it feels like sunlight breaking through a storm? In...
Say You'll Remember Me by Abby Jimenez Book Review: A Love Worth Remembering Across Miles and Memories
Introduction: What If One Perfect Night Could Rewrite Your Forever? What if a single date—wild, witty, and unforgettable—became the...
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...
Teach Me a Lesson (Lessons in Love #2) by Ana Kirk Shaw Book Review: A Forbidden Romance That Ignites the Classroom with Spice and Heart
Introduction Ever wondered what happens when a childhood crush collides with a steamy adult reality—like a dodgeball to the heart you...
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