Chapter 89: Pax by Sara Pennypacker

Episode 89 of the Plans Are Booked podcast, hosted by Molly Galler, Stephanie Blackburn, & Kaitlin Mattison, titled "Chapter 89: Pax by Sara Pennypacker" was published on September 25, 2025 and runs 39 minutes.

September 25, 2025 ·39m · Plans Are Booked

Summary

This week we're talking about a children's book that rustled up many childhood memories. Pax is the story of a boy and his pet fox, separated but determined to find their way back to each other. We talk about the parallels to Homeward Bound and Toy Story, how an animal as a central character reels in young readers, the importance of found family, and the meaning behind the name Pax. In our catch up this week, Stephanie introduces a new segment inspired by handsome visitors to the bookstore, Kaitlin shares the challenges of puppy training and her excitement for some upcoming outings, and Molly congratulates a friend of the pod on the upcoming opening of her indie bookstore. In what we're reading this week, Steph finishes Atmosphere and moves on to a racy story set in Boston, Molly is charmed by the octopus in Remarkably Bright Creatures, and Kaitlin is enjoying Angeline Boulley's latest release. To follow along with all of our book picks, join us on Instagram @plansarebooked. You can also write to us at [email protected]. 

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