Summer Reading Adventures: Little Free Libraries, Independent Bookstore Day Recap, and Summer Reading Programs

In this episode of Galaxies and Goddesses, hosts Elizabeth and Andrea explore their seasonal reading habits and discuss nostalgic summer reading programs that foster a love for books. They share childhood memories of reading on backyard patios, discuss the impact of reading programs such as Pizza Hut’s and local library initiatives, and emphasize the charm and community of independent bookstores. The episode wraps up with the announcement of their own summer book bingo challenge and encourages listeners to join in on the fun!Books Mentioned in this episode:(Books We’ve Found in Little Free Libraries)Crying in H Mart by Michelle ZaunerThe Plot Against America by Phillip RothThe Human Stain by Phillip RothA Fine Balance by Rohinton MistryThe Rose Code by Kate Quinn(A Book that Andrea Owns Two Copies) All Systems Red by Martha Wells(A Book that Elizabeth bought on Independent Bookstore Day)James by Percival EverettBingo Programs:Little Free Library Book Bingohttps://littlefreelibrary.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/lfl-bingo-card-2025.pdfUniversity of Maryland: Terp Summer Challengehttps://alumni.umd.edu/events/marquee/terp-summer-reading-challengeOhio State Summer Reading Challenge​​https://www.osu.edu/alumni/reading-bingo-challenges Seattle Public Library Summer Bingohttps://www.spl.org/programs-and-services/authors-and-books/book-bingoKids Reading Programs:PIzza Hut Summer Reading Programhttps://www.bookitprogram.com/Barnes & Noble Summer Reading Programhttps://www.barnesandnobleinc.com/wp-content/uploads/2025-BN-Kids-Summer-Reading-Journal.pdf Connect with us on Instagram @galaxiesandgoddesses00:00 Welcome to Galaxies and Goddesses00:34 Episode Overview00:46 Seasonal Reading Habits02:27 Outdoor Reading Spaces 04:38 Nostalgic Backyard Patios06:36 Exploring Little Free Libraries17:49 Excitement for Alexander Skarsgard's New Show18:12 New Orleans Bookstore Adventure21:29 Independent Bookstore Day Marathon30:46 Summer Reading Programs and Conclusion