Cookbooks, Conjure, & Queers: The Best Books We Read in 2025

from Enthusiastic Encouragement & Dubious Advice · host Patricia Elzie-Tuttle

In this episode of Enthusiastic Encouragement & Dubious Advice, Patricia and Nicole share their favorite books they read this year, discussing a wide range of genres from cookbooks and historical nonfiction to romance and science fiction. They offer personal anecdotes, thoughtful commentary on the books' themes, and recommendations for listeners, while also touching on topics like gift-giving and supporting independent bookstores and creators. There is also a very important DuckTales universe correction from the previous episode. Correction: Nicole mentions she is currently reading Make Room For Love by Darcy Liao, but then goes on to describe the other book she is reading, which is Anywhere You Go by Bridget Morrissey. Mentioned on the show: EEDA Pod Website Bookshop Affiliate Storefront (links below are affiliate) All the books mentioned on this show are on this shelf Become a patron! Patreon.com/eedapod Subscribe to the ongoing Enthusiastic Encouragement & Dubious Advice Newsletter Our merch shop is open! Jen Zink's GoFundMe Find the full show notes with all the books mentioned in this episode and official transcript on our website: https://eedapod.com/cookbooks-conjure-queers-the-best-books-we-read-in-2025/ Follow the show on Instagram & find us on YouTube, Apple Podcasts, & Spotify Sound editing by Jen Zink

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