Episode 9: Welcome to Spooky Season

10/16/23 • 38 min

Hello, hi, and welcome to Medium Lady Reads this is episode 9, “Welcome to Spooky Reading Season!”

With Jillian as the resident Autumn and Halloween lover and one of the co-hosts of Medium Lady Reads, Erin and Jillian couldn’t let spooky season pass without doing an episode where they share their favorite reads for the Fall / Spooky season.

In episode 9 of Medium Lady Reads, Erin and Jillian dive into the spooky season, and share some fantastic reading recommendations. Whether you’re a hardcore horror fan or just looking for something with a touch of supernatural, they’ve got you covered.

In this Episode:

Erin and Jillian check in with each other to see how their reading is going.
Jillian shares what spooky reading season means to her & why we all love it.
As someone who doesn’t typically love the Halloween season, Erin shares why.
It’s time to kick off the recommendations! Jillian starts the show off by recommending a super creepy fantasy thriller.
If you’re looking for a fun twisty horror novel, Erin’s first recommendation will be the perfect pick.
Looking for an entire cozy mystery series to dive into this Fall? Jillian’s next recommendation is what you. need!
Do movies like “The Craft” leave you feeling nostalgic? Erin’s second pick will be the perfect choice for you on a spooky, cloudy day.
Isn’t Autumn the perfect season to start some new cozy habits? Jillian and Erin share their cozy reading habits for the Fall.
Scary books are often turned into scary movies, and the ladies love to watch! Erin and Jillian share some book-to-film adaptations for this spooky season.
Want spooky vibes no matter the season? Don’t worry, the ladies have you covered! Jillian and Erin each share 1 more recommendation to get you into that spooky mood.
Next up the ladies share their hot takes on dog earring pages vs. using a bookmark. Where do YOU stand?
Holds list time! Both Erin and Jillian share what’s on their holds list and what they’re most excited to receive.

Books Mentioned In This Episode:

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Hello, hi, and welcome to Medium Lady Reads this is episode 9, “Welcome to Spooky Reading Season!”

In this Episode:

Erin and Jillian check in with each other to see how their reading is going.
Jillian shares what spooky reading season means to her & why we all love it.
As someone who doesn’t typically love the Halloween season, Erin shares why.
It’s time to kick off the recommendations! Jillian starts the show off by recommending a super creepy fantasy thriller.
If you’re looking for a fun twisty horror novel, Erin’s first recommendation will be the perfect pick.
Looking for an entire cozy mystery series to dive into this Fall? Jillian’s next recommendation is what you. need!
Do movies like “The Craft” leave you feeling nostalgic? Erin’s second pick will be the perfect choice for you on a spooky, cloudy day.
Isn’t Autumn the perfect season to start some new cozy habits? Jillian and Erin share their cozy reading habits for the Fall.
Scary books are often turned into scary movies, and the ladies love to watch! Erin and Jillian share some book-to-film adaptations for this spooky season.
Want spooky vibes no matter the season? Don’t worry, the ladies have you covered! Jillian and Erin each share 1 more recommendation to get you into that spooky mood.
Next up the ladies share their hot takes on dog earring pages vs. using a bookmark. Where do YOU stand?
Holds list time! Both Erin and Jillian share what’s on their holds list and what they’re most excited to receive.

Books Mentioned In This Episode:

Thanks for listening and if you enjoyed what you heard, please leave us a review wherever you listen to podcasts!

Tune in on October 30th for the next episode of the Medium Lady Reads Podcast.

Previous Episode

Episode 8: Books we wish we could read for the First Time

Hello, hi, and welcome to Medium Lady Reads this is episode 8, the books we wish we could go back to read for the first time.

If you remember, back in episode 5 of this podcast, Erin mentioned that she and Jillian should cover the topic, which books they could read again for the first time... And, today is that episode!

In this episode, Erin and Jillian talk about the books that left an indelible mark on them. The books they wish they could erase from their memories just so they could experience the joy of reading them for the first time all over again.

In This Episode:

Jillian and Erin get the show started by discussing how their reading has been going.
Erin shares the first book that comes to mind for her, and it comes along with a very sweet story about her and her husband.
Next, Jillian shares what the first book she wishes she could read for the first time is. Her choice comes along with a fun story from when she was going through college.
There are books many of us would reread for the first time that come from our childhood, Erin’s next choice has a similar story.
Jillian’s next choice comes from her favorite author and will be of no surprise to the regular listener.
Then, Erin bring a really great nonfiction, personal development book to the show.
She’s recommended her next book in a few different places but, Jillian’s next book is a good one that gives off the cozy vibes.
Jillian mentioned that she’d be discussing her last book recommendation on Jelly Pops Book Club Podcast (@jellypopsbooks on IG)
In one of their favorite segments, the ladies discuss what Instagram has made them buy most recently.
Finally, is the standing segment - What’s on your holds list? Where Erin and Jillian discuss what they each have on hold at the library.

Books Mentioned in this Episode:

Thanks for listening and if you enjoyed what you heard, please leave us a review wherever you listen to podcasts!

Tune in on October 16th for the next episode of the Medium Lady Reads Podcast.

Next Episode

Episode 10: Crush Your Reading Goals with a Killer Holds List

Hello, hi, and welcome to Medium Lady Reads this is episode 10, “Crush Your Reading Goals with a Killer Holds List”

In this episode the ladies are so excited to bring you another Library-themed episode! This episode is all about one of Erin’s favorite library hacks, making the most of the library holds.

In this Episode:

Erin and Jillian share how their reading is going - Jillian shares a tidbit that might normalize falling asleep while reading for you & Erin does a diagnostic check-in with Jillian.
Our previous library themed episode - Episode 4 - Why We Love Libraries
They talk about the power of holds.
Jillian goes into when holds were a critical part of her life.
And, Erin dives into how convenient holds being delivered to your local library branch can be.
Have you ever wondered how to strategically place holds on books? Jillian shares strategic tips.
If you’ve been wanting to manage your holds using websites and library apps, Erin has the tips for you.
Long waitlists can be super frustrating but there is a way to maneuver through them, Jillian has the tips you need.
Erin’s a pro at the “Holds Juggling Act” and she’s sharing her tips with you.
While using holds is definitely one of Jillian and Erin’s favorite things, there is always some serendipity in browsing the shelves.
Jillian shares a story all about the pink covers of books!
Up next is the hot takes segment - be sure to listen to hear what the ladies are talking about this time around.
Jelly Pops Book Club with Jillian O’Keefe
Finally, Erin and Jillian share what’s on their holds lists.

Books Mentioned In This Episode:

Thanks for listening and if you enjoyed what you heard, please leave us a review wherever you listen to podcasts!

Tune in on November 13th for the next episode of the Medium Lady Reads Podcast.

Medium Lady Reads - Episode 9: Welcome to Spooky Season

Transcript

I think it's great that you're embracing the fact that you're not a Halloween person.
I think that's perfectly okay.
And faking it, we gotta do a lot of things for our kids, obviously, but faking it and
being honest with yourself is, I think it's a good thing.
Hello, hi, and welcome to Medium Lady Reads.
This is Episode 9.
Welcome to Spooky Reading Season.
I'm Erin, a mom of three, a hospital administrator in Ontario, Canada, and the host and founder
of the Medium Lady