Boozy Book Reports

This month, we’re revisiting the book that basically built Beth’s personality and set the bar for her entire aesthetic. Join us as we read Let’s Go All Around the Neighborhood by Patricia "Patty" Thomas, a sweet, breezy little story about a day of city errand-running that somehow manages to hold an entire childhood inside its pages.What starts as a simple stroll through the neighborhood turns into a full nostalgia deep dive as we swap stories about playground antics, library obsessions, corner stores, and the unintentional comedy that only kids can deliver.To round it all out, we’re sipping on a Neighborhood Stroll…classic, balanced, and just tart enough to keep things interesting. Come wander the block with us.Mentions: Let’s Go All Around The Neighborhood (1982)Let’s Go All Around The Neighborhood (Online Edition)Uncle Nearest Premium WhiskeySwingin' (John Anderson song)Mychal the LibrarianNeighborhood Stroll2 oz whiskey1 oz lemon juice¾ oz Crème de cassisShake, pour over ice in a highball glassFill the rest of the way with ginger ale_____________Monthly book reports featuring your favorite childhood and YA classics with an added bonus of delicious cocktails and snarky commentary.Hosted by Beth + SamMusic by The Finley Ghost_____________Connect with the Boozy Book Reports CrewTikTok: @boozybookreportsInstagram: @boozybookreport______________boozybookreports@gmail.comboozybookreports.com

This month, join in as we into the wild, body-horror-adjacent world of middle schoolers secretly fighting an alien invasion. Yes, we’re reading The Visitor, the second book in the Animorphs series by K.A. Applegate, where morphing is getting easier, the stakes are getting higher, and things get very weird very fast. To match the bright-cover, dark-undertones energy of this book, we’re sipping on a Tequila Sunrise….classic, dramatic, and deceptively easy to drink!Mentions:Animorphs: The VisitorAnimorphs (1998)Tequila SunriseThe Invasion (2007)The Road by Cormac McCarthyThe Decameron by Giovanni Boccaccio_____________Monthly book reports featuring your favorite childhood and YA classics with an added bonus of delicious cocktails and snarky commentary.Hosted by Beth + SamMusic by The Finley Ghost_____________Connect with the Boozy Book Reports CrewTikTok: @boozybookreportsInstagram: @boozybookreport______________boozybookreports@gmail.comboozybookreports.com

Join in the fun as we take a look at the classic Little Miss book series while trying out a variety of canned cocktails. This month we're reading Little Miss Shy and tasting a variety of wine gummy candies!Mentions:Little Miss ShyLittle Miss Shy - CartoonSugar-free Gummy ReviewsHaribo Wine Gums Gummy CandyGustaf's Gumbilees Wine Gums Gummy CandyMaynard's Wine Gums_____________Monthly book reports featuring your favorite childhood and YA classics with an added bonus of delicious cocktails and snarky commentary.Hosted by Beth + SamMusic by The Finley Ghost_____________Connect with the Boozy Book Reports CrewTikTok: @boozybookreportsInstagram: @boozybookreport______________boozybookreports@gmail.comboozybookreports.com

Let’s get cultured! We’re back and celebrating the spirit of advent by treating ourselves to liquor chocolates from Sam’s favorite store, The Vermont Country Store! Join is as we read To Mrs K____, On Her Sending Me an English Christmas Plum-Cake at Paris by Helen Maria Williams and take a minute to reminisce and soak in the holiday spirit.Mentions: To Mrs K____, On Her Sending Me an English Christmas Plum-Cake at Paris by Helen Maria WiliamsThe Vermont County StoreAnthon Berg Liquor Filled Chocolate Bottles Advent CalendarThe Try Channel (Youtube)Sheffield CiderCougar Gold Cheese_____________Monthly book reports featuring your favorite childhood and YA classics with an added bonus of delicious cocktails and snarky commentary.Hosted by Beth + SamMusic by The Finley Ghost_____________Connect with the Boozy Book Reports CrewTikTok: @boozybookreportsInstagram: @boozybookreport______________boozybookreports@gmail.comboozybookreports.com

This month, Sam and Beth are leaning all the way into cozy nostalgia with Christmas in the Big Woods by Laura Ingalls Wilder. Join in as they revisit Laura’s world of log cabins, maple candy, and one very special rag doll. They're sipping on Sugar Cookie Martinis (sweet, festive, and absolutely deserving of a spot by the tree). Along the way, they reminisce about their our own childhood Christmas memories, favorite traditions, and how the season feels different (but still meaningful) now that they are adults.Mentions: Christmas in the Big WoodsSugar Cookie Martini_____________Monthly book reports featuring your favorite childhood and YA classics with an added bonus of delicious cocktails and snarky commentary.Hosted by Beth + SamMusic by The Finley Ghost_____________Connect with the Boozy Book Reports CrewTikTok: @boozybookreportsInstagram: @boozybookreport______________boozybookreports@gmail.comboozybookreports.com

This month, Beth and Sam crack open a true childhood classic: Encyclopedia Brown, Boy Detective by Donald J. Sobol. What starts as a simple trip back to Idaville quickly turns into a nostalgic tour of tent squatters, suspicious eggs, and a kid who is far too enthusiastic about collecting teeth. And because no episode is complete without a little liquid courage, Sam mixes up a Michelada , a beer-forward twist on a Bloody Mary, while Beth immediately and wholeheartedly regrets every moment of this tomato-based drink.Mentions:Encyclopedia Brown by Donald SobolEncyclopedia Brown (TV Show 1989)The MicheladaThe Wizard (1989)Butter-dipped Soft Serve_____________Monthly book reports featuring your favorite childhood and YA classics with an added bonus of delicious cocktails and snarky commentary.Hosted by Beth + SamMusic by The Finley Ghost_____________Connect with the Boozy Book Reports CrewTikTok: @boozybookreportsInstagram: @boozybookreport______________boozybookreports@gmail.comboozybookreports.com

Join in the fun as we take a look at the classic Little Miss book series while trying out a variety of canned cocktails. This month we're reading Little Miss Magic and tasting xo, Fetti cotton candy glitter drink bombs. Mentions:Little Miss Magic Little Miss Magic - Cartoonxo, Fetti _____________Monthly book reports featuring your favorite childhood and YA classics with an added bonus of delicious cocktails and snarky commentary.Hosted by Beth + SamMusic by The Finley Ghost_____________Connect with the Boozy Book Reports CrewTikTok: @boozybookreportsInstagram: @boozybookreport______________boozybookreports@gmail.comboozybookreports.com

This month, we’re channeling our inner Grand High Witch as we dive into The Witches by Roald Dahl, a darkly whimsical classic that’s equal parts enchanting and unsettling. From mouse transformations to hotel conspiracies, we’re unpacking the childhood fears this book sparked (and laughing at how unbothered grown-ups seemed to be about children getting turned into rodents).To keep things delightfully spellbinding, we’re sipping on The Witchy Lady! Join us as we reminisce about reading this story under the covers, debate whether the witches were truly that scary, and discuss why Roald Dahl’s brand of weird still captivates us as adults.Grab your broomstick (or your martini glass) and join the coven! This Boozy Book Report is one you don’t want to miss.Mentions: The WitchesThe Witches (1990)The Witches (2020)The Craft (1996)Teen Witch (1989)Teen Witch - “Top That” Rap_____________Monthly book reports featuring your favorite childhood and YA classics with an added bonus of delicious cocktails and snarky commentary.Hosted by Beth + SamMusic by The Finley Ghost_____________Connect with the Boozy Book Reports CrewTikTok: @boozybookreportsInstagram: @boozybookreport______________boozybookreports@gmail.comboozybookreports.com

Join in the fun as we take a look at the classic Little Miss book series while trying out a variety of canned cocktails. This month we're reading Little Miss Helpful and tasting Jelly Belly Cocktail Classics jelly beans. Mentions:Little Miss HelpfulLittle Miss Helpful (Cartoon, 1985)Jelly Belly Cocktail Classics_____________Monthly book reports featuring your favorite childhood and YA classics with an added bonus of delicious cocktails and snarky commentary.Hosted by Beth + SamMusic by The Finley Ghost_____________Connect with the Boozy Book Reports CrewTikTok: @boozybookreportsInstagram: @boozybookreport______________boozybookreports@gmail.comboozybookreports.com

Sam and Beth are back just in time for back to school! It’s time to pass notes, pick out your best scrunchie, and argue over who gets to sit at the cool lunch table because this month we’re cracking open Girl Talk #1: Welcome to Junior High by L.E. Blair.They're diving headfirst into the drama of seventh grade and unpacking the nostalgia of folded paper fortune tellers, glitter pens, and the very specific drama of starting junior high in the early ‘90s!And since no middle school memory is complete without a sugar rush, they've paired the book with a very delicious Coconut Banana daiquiri. Join in for laughs, cocktails, and a trip back to the awkward glory of junior high.Mentions: Girl Talk #1 - Welcome to Junior HighGirl Talk (Board Game)Girl Talk Date LineYacht Club | DenverGunther Toody's Diner | ColoradoClay AikenHow Do I by LeAnn Rimes_____________Monthly book reports featuring your favorite childhood and YA classics with an added bonus of delicious cocktails and snarky commentary.Hosted by Beth + SamMusic by The Finley Ghost_____________Connect with the Boozy Book Reports CrewTikTok: @boozybookreportsInstagram: @boozybookreport______________boozybookreports@gmail.comboozybookreports.com

Save the date! Boozy Book Reports is back this fall with all new episodes featuring delightful books from childhood, delicious cocktails, and your favorite(ish) ladies sharing stories!_____________Monthly book reports featuring your favorite childhood and YA classics with an added bonus of delicious cocktails and snarky commentary.Hosted by Beth + SamMusic by The Finley Ghost_____________Connect with the Boozy Book Reports CrewTikTok: @boozybookreportsInstagram: @boozybookreport______________boozybookreports@gmail.comboozybookreports.com

RAPTURE ALERT!  This month, Sam and Beth crack open Left Behind: The Kids #1 – The Vanishings and revisit the Christian apocalypse series that had a vice grip in churches the late ‘90s and early 2000s. We’re talking purity culture, rapture theology, and cringe-worthy moral lessons!Pairing this literary trip down religious trauma lane? Fire & Brimstone, a bourbon-based cocktail with enough heat to send you straight to the other side and a classic Smoke Show. We break down the wild plot, relive our youth group fever dreams, and ask the big question: WHY were we all reading this? Grab a drink and let’s get into it!Mentions:Left Behind: The Kids #1 The VanishingsLeft Behind - Book SeriesLeft Behind (2000)Left Behind (2014)Left Behind The Kids Audio Collection The Last Dragon (1985)Airplane (1980) - Speak Jive SceneTrue Love Waits (we don’t recommend)I Kissed Dating Goodbye by Joshua HarrisThe Simple Life (TV Show 2003 - 2005)_____________Monthly book reports featuring your favorite childhood and YA classics with an added bonus of delicious cocktails and snarky commentary.Hosted by Beth + SamMusic by The Finley Ghost_____________Connect with the Boozy Book Reports CrewTikTok: @boozybookreportsInstagram: @boozybookreport______________boozybookreports@gmail.comboozybookreports.com

This holiday season, join Sam and Beth for a festive episode of Boozy Book Reports as they unwrap The Story of Holly and Ivy by Rumer Godden. This 1958 Christmas classic is filled with hope, wishes, and a touch of holiday magic. Paired with the creamy, minty Grasshopper and the tart, sparkling Holly Berry cocktail, this episode is the perfect way to get into the holiday spirit. Grab your favorite cozy blanket, a festive drink, and tune in for a cheerful literary escape!The Story of Holly and IvyThe Wish That Changed Christmas (1991)Home Alone (1990)FAO SchwarzPeaches ‘n Cream Barbie (1984)_____________Monthly book reports featuring your favorite childhood and YA classics with an added bonus of delicious cocktails and snarky commentary.Hosted by Beth + SamMusic by The Finley Ghost_____________Connect with the Boozy Book Reports CrewTikTok: @boozybookreportsInstagram: @boozybookreport______________boozybookreports@gmail.comboozybookreports.com

Welcome back to Boozy Book Reports! This month, we’re dusting off our high school English books and diving into Tennessee Williams’ classic The Glass Menagerie. A tale of fragile dreams, messy family drama, and the delicate nature of reality—aka a perfect pairing for cocktails! Join Beth and Sam as they unpack the emotional depth of this timeless play while sipping on the Fall Vieux Carré and the Vanilla Life, two drinks inspired by the bittersweet beauty of the story.  Drink Recipes:Fall Vieux Carré¾ ounce sweet vermouth¾ ounce calvados ¾ ounce rye whiskey2 tsp. Benedictine Add a couple of dashes of cardamon and Peychaud’s bittersAdd all to mixing glass; then add iceStir until chilledStrain and pour into glassGarnish with a cherry Vanilla Life(Mix in glass)Fill glass with ice1 ounce Portland Syrups Vanilla Rooibos syrup 2 ounces vanilla vodka½ tsp lemon juiceStirTop with club sodaGarnish with a lemonMentions:The Glass Menagerie by Tennessee WilliamsThe Glass Menagerie: A BBC Radio 3 full-cast productionThe Glass Menagerie (1987)Portland Syrups - Vanilla RooibosChildren of Men (2006)August: Osage County (2014)_____________Monthly book reports featuring your favorite childhood and YA classics with an added bonus of delicious cocktails and snarky commentary.Hosted by Beth + SamMusic by The Finley Ghost_____________Connect with the Boozy Book Reports CrewTikTok: @boozybookreportsInstagram: @boozybookreport______________boozybookreports@gmail.comboozybookreports.com

Join in the fun as we take a look at the classic Little Miss book series while trying out a variety of canned cocktails. This month we're reading Little Miss Giggles and tasting instant cocktails by craftmix.Mentions:Little Miss Giggles by Roger Hargreavescraftmix instant cocktails  Broad City (TV show)Emergen-CNick LacheyLe Chatelier's principler/PeterExplainsTheJokeHow Stella Got Her Grove Back (1998)r/traumatizeThemBack_____________Monthly book reports featuring your favorite childhood and YA classics with an added bonus of delicious cocktails and snarky commentary.Hosted by Beth + SamMusic by The Finley Ghost_____________Connect with the Boozy Book Reports CrewTikTok: @boozybookreportsInstagram: @boozybookreport______________boozybookreports@gmail.comboozybookreports.com

Get ready for a fright! This month on Boozy Book Reports, we’re stepping into the spine-tingling world of Scared to Death by Jahnna Malcolm. This 1992 thriller takes us on a wild ride with the mischievous Bullock kids and their creepy nightmare-inducing babysitter. As we sip on classic Manhattans and a creepy concoction called The Taxidermy, we’ll dive into this chilling tale that’s equal parts nostalgic and terrifying. Buckle up—this one’s a scream!Drink Recipes:Manhattan2 ounces Rye Whiskey1 ounce Sweet Vermouth2 dashes Angostura bitters1 dash Orange bittersPut in mixing glass with iceStir until coldStrain into chilled glass Garnish with a Maraschino cherryThe Taxidermy1 ounce Vanilla VodkaMountain DewGrenadine Fill glass with iceAdd vodka Top off all but ¼ off glass with Mountain DewAdd a splash of grenadine to tasteMentions:Scared to Death by Jahnna MalcolmJahnna N. MalcolmThe Telltale Heart by Edgar Allan PoeTeaching Mrs. Tingle (1999)The Craft (1996)Paranormal Activity (2007)Killer Klowns from Outer Space (1988)Prom Night (1980)Nightmare on Elm Street (1984)Children of the Corn (1984)Terrifier (2011)_____________Monthly book reports featuring your favorite childhood and YA classics with an added bonus of delicious cocktails and snarky commentary.Hosted by Beth + SamMusic by The Finley Ghost_____________Connect with the Boozy Book Reports CrewTikTok: @boozybookreportsInstagram: @boozybookreport______________boozybookreports@gmail.comboozybookreports.com

Let’s get cultured! This time, we're diving into Robert Frost's ‘Nothing Gold Can Stay’ with a delightful shot called All That Glitters. It's a golden, glittery shot that perfectly complements the fall theme! As we sip on this delicious concoction, reminiscent of a pineapple upside-down cake, we explore the melancholic beauty of Frost's poem. Join us in embracing the feels, the nostalgia, and the seasonal reflections that come with this episode. And remember, while all that glitters isn't gold, some moments are worth savoring—just like our shot.All That Glitters Shot (makes 2)⅔ oz. vanilla vodka⅔ oz. pineapple juice⅔ oz. triple secEdible gold glitterAdd ice & shakeStrain into two shot glassesMentions: Nothing Gold Can Stay by Robert FrostClassic Pineapple Upside-Down Cake _____________Monthly book reports featuring your favorite childhood and YA classics with an added bonus of delicious cocktails and snarky commentary.Hosted by Beth + SamMusic by The Finley Ghost_____________Connect with the Boozy Book Reports CrewTikTok: @boozybookreportsInstagram: @boozybookreport______________boozybookreports@gmail.comboozybookreports.com

This month, we're exploring the whimsical world of "Sideways Stories from Wayside School" by Louis Sachar. Published in 1978, this book takes us on an absurd journey through a school built sideways, with 30 stories high and one classroom on each floor. From evil teachers turning kids into apples to the mysterious 19th floor that doesn't exist, this episode promises a rollercoaster of laughs and surprises!Mentions:Sideways Stories from Wayside SchoolWayside (2005)The Witches (1990)Boston Creme PieCute Aggression _____________Monthly book reports featuring your favorite childhood and YA classics with an added bonus of delicious cocktails and snarky commentary.Hosted by Beth + SamMusic by The Finley Ghost_____________Connect with the Boozy Book Reports CrewTikTok: @boozybookreportsInstagram: @boozybookreport______________boozybookreports@gmail.comboozybookreports.com

Join in the fun as we take a look at the classic Little Miss book series while trying out a variety of canned cocktails. This month we’re reading Little Miss Trouble while braving the infamous Four Loko Pregame challenge!Mentions:Little Miss Trouble by Roger HargreavesLittle Miss Trouble (1983)four loko pregame  Allen's Coffee BrandyPet Shop Boys_____________Monthly book reports featuring your favorite childhood and YA classics with an added bonus of delicious cocktails and snarky commentary.Hosted by Beth + SamMusic by The Finley Ghost_____________Connect with the Boozy Book Reports CrewTikTok: @boozybookreportsInstagram: @boozybookreport______________boozybookreports@gmail.comboozybookreports.com

Grab your favorite drink and join us for a nostalgic deep dive into Carolyn B. Cooney’s, The Face on the Milk Carton. This month, we’re tackling a book that's been on our radar for ages, only to find it a bit of an uphill climb! With a plot that left us wanting, this episode promises candid critiques, hearty laughs, and of course, some deliciously themed drinks.Drink Recipe:Brandy Alexander – A classic cocktail that's essentially booze-infused chocolate milk. 1.5 ounces cognac1 ounce dark creme de cacao1 ounce creamAdd all to shaker with ice and shake until coldStrain into a chilled glass FYI: Beth's DIY version with almond milk and cherry brandy? Not a hit.Mentions:The Face on the Milk Carton by Carolyn B. CooneyThe Face on the Milk Carton (1995 TV Movie) Trader Joe's Cookie Butter Beer Death of a Cheerleader (1994 TV Movie) Kellie MartinRunaway Train - Soul AsylumNational Center for Missing & Exploited ChildrenRecess (TV Series) _____________Monthly book reports featuring your favorite childhood and YA classics with an added bonus of delicious cocktails and snarky commentary.Hosted by Beth + SamMusic by The Finley Ghost_____________Connect with the Boozy Book Reports CrewTikTok: @boozybookreportsInstagram: @boozybookreport______________boozybookreports@gmail.comboozybookreports.com

Let’s get cultured! We’re diving into the quirky world of Shel Silverstein with his poem "Sick," while sipping on a unique and somewhat terrifying shot called The Sack Lunch. This peanut butter and jelly shot, made with Concord grape juice and peanut butter whiskey, will have you reminiscing about school lunches in the weirdest way possible.The Sack Lunch Shot:1½ oz. Concord grape juice1½ oz. Peanut Butter WhiskeyShake with ice and strain into two shot glasses rimmed with grape juice and peanut butter powderMentions:Where the Sidewalk Ends by Shel SilversteinWelch's Concord Grape JuiceSkrewball Peanut Butter WhiskeyPBfit Peanut Butter PowderApplebee's Mudslide Shake Dupe _____________Monthly book reports featuring your favorite childhood and YA classics with an added bonus of delicious cocktails and snarky commentary.Hosted by Beth + SamMusic by The Finley Ghost_____________Connect with the Boozy Book Reports CrewTikTok: @boozybookreportsInstagram: @boozybookreport______________boozybookreports@gmail.comboozybookreports.com

Join in the fun as we take a look at the classic Little Miss book series while trying out a variety of canned cocktails. This month we’re reading Little Miss Tiny while tasting The Midtown Room Prosecco cocktail mixers (you know the interesting mixers you see at TJ Max or Home Goods around the holidays). Mentions:Little Mis Tiny by Roger Hargreaves Little Miss Tiny (1983) Midtown Room Mixers (not easily available online) _____________Monthly book reports featuring your favorite childhood and YA classics with an added bonus of delicious cocktails and snarky commentary.Hosted by Beth + SamMusic by The Finley Ghost_____________Connect with the Boozy Book Reports CrewTikTok: @boozybookreportsInstagram: @boozybookreport______________boozybookreports@gmail.comboozybookreports.com

This month we're reporting on a series that had every 90's church lady in a choke hold! Yes, we're diving into the world of Chicken Soup for the Soul, specifically the Horse Lover's Soul II. Get ready for an episode brimming with horse girl energy as we share touching stories and nostalgic moments from this beloved collection. And of course, we're pairing our discussions with two delightful drinks: a classic Sarsaparilla and a spirited Horse Girl Shot!Drinks (see full recipes on our Insta or TikTok):Sarsaparilla The Horse Girl ShotMentions:Chicken Soup for the Horse Lovers Soul II Precious Moments Thomas Kinkade Oatmeal Scotchies Recipe Breyer HorsesKing’s Guard28 Days (2000)TW: Horse Death_____________Monthly book reports featuring your favorite childhood and YA classics with an added bonus of delicious cocktails and snarky commentary.Hosted by Beth + SamMusic by The Finley Ghost_____________Connect with the Boozy Book Reports CrewTikTok: @boozybookreportsInstagram: @boozybookreport______________boozybookreports@gmail.comboozybookreports.com

This month we’re headed back to the complicated world of middle school girls in Dear Diary #1: The Party by Carrie Randall first published in 1989. Join us as we follow Lizzie’s trials and tribulations from the first day of sixth grade to a questionable room makeover to the pinnacle middle school social experience… throwing a slumber party; all while trying to get into the cool girl clique. We’re sipping on boozy root beer float and lava lamp cocktail (check our Instagram or TikTok for recipes)! Mentions:Dear Diary #1: The Party Dr. McGillicuddy’s Liqueurs Boba PopsCandice RansomThe Vermont Country StoreCrispy Fish CroquettesMexikitchretromagicokcWindow Bird FeederNational Audubon Society_____________Monthly book reports featuring your favorite childhood and YA classics with an added bonus of delicious cocktails and snarky commentary.Hosted by Beth + SamMusic by The Finley Ghost_____________Connect with the Boozy Book Reports CrewTikTok: @boozybookreportsInstagram: @boozybookreport______________boozybookreports@gmail.comboozybookreports.com

Let’s get cultured!Poem:  She sights a Bird—she chuckles by Emily Dickinson Shot: The Lint RollerRecipe (for two):½ cup coconut waterSplash of lime juice1 sugar cubeStir to dissolve sugar cubeShake with ice to chillStrain and pour into two glassesTop with shredded coconut_____________Monthly book reports featuring your favorite childhood and YA classics with an added bonus of delicious cocktails and snarky commentary.Hosted by Beth + SamMusic by The Finley Ghost_____________Connect with the Boozy Book Reports CrewTikTok: @boozybookreportsInstagram: @boozybookreport______________boozybookreports@gmail.comboozybookreports.com

In this episode of Boozy Book Reports, we delve into John Steinbeck's timeless “classic”, Of Mice and Men. Join us as we explore the themes and unforgettable characters that make this novel a cornerstone of High School literature all while being slightly buzzed. This month we’re drinking two delicious cocktails: a refreshing Bellini and our specially crafted George and Lennie! Mentions:Of Mice and MenOf Mice and Men (1992)Astoria Prosecco DCFree the Tipple: Kickass Cocktails Inspired by Iconic WomenGrapes of WrathEast of EdenWeed, CaliforniaRabbit FeverPearl (2022)_____________Monthly book reports featuring your favorite childhood and YA classics with an added bonus of delicious cocktails and snarky commentary.Hosted by Beth + SamMusic by The Finley Ghost_____________Connect with the Boozy Book Reports CrewTikTok: @boozybookreportsInstagram: @boozybookreport______________boozybookreports@gmail.comboozybookreports.com

Join in as we discuss the most unhinged children’s book we’ve reported on yet! First published in 1960, Casey the Utterly Impossible Horse by Anita Feagles, is a wild ride featuring a sassy talking horse, who gives a masterclass in emotional manipulation! Listen in for lively discussions and unexpected twists, paired perfectly with our Bourbon Renewal and Orange Creamsicle cocktails!Mentions:Casey the Utterly Impossible Horse by Anita Feagles Mister Ed The Horse and his Boy by C.S. Lewis Creme SaversKey & Peele - Meegan, Come Back Twinkle Toes Glitter Hoof Polish_____________Monthly book reports featuring your favorite childhood and YA classics with an added bonus of delicious cocktails and snarky commentary.Hosted by Beth + SamMusic by The Finley Ghost_____________Connect with the Boozy Book Reports CrewTikTok: @boozybookreportsInstagram: @boozybookreport______________boozybookreports@gmail.comboozybookreports.com

Let’s get cultured!Poem: The Steamboat - Anonymous Shot: Green Tea ShotRecipe (for two):1 oz. Sweet and sour mix1 oz. Peach schnapps 1 oz. Irish whiskeyShake with ice to chillStrain and pour into two glassesAdd splash of sprite_____________Monthly book reports featuring your favorite childhood and YA classics with an added bonus of delicious cocktails and snarky commentary.Hosted by Beth + SamMusic by The Finley Ghost_____________Connect with the Boozy Book Reports CrewTikTok: @boozybookreportsInstagram: @boozybookreport______________boozybookreports@gmail.comboozybookreports.com

Join us as we dive into the thrilling world of The Transall Saga by Gary Paulsen. Embark on an epic adventure through time and space as we explore a mysterious world filled with blue light, rites of passage, and monkey nuts!And what better way to accompany our literary journey than with a refreshing Mai Tai and classic Rum and Coke? Grab your drink of choice and tune in for an unforgettable episode filled with suspense, wonder, and lively discussions! Mentioned in the Episode:The Transall Saga by Gary Paulsen The Time Machine (2002) San Diego Zoo Hippos The Dentist (1996) Alfred Packer Shrek is love, Shrek is life Get in my Swamp by G.M. Fairy The Postman (1997)_____________Monthly book reports featuring your favorite childhood and YA classics with an added bonus of delicious cocktails and snarky commentary.Hosted by Beth + SamMusic by The Finley Ghost_____________Connect with the Boozy Book Reports CrewTikTok: @boozybookreportsInstagram: @boozybookreport______________boozybookreports@gmail.comboozybookreports.com

Join in the fun as we take a look at the classic Little Miss book series while trying out a variety of canned cocktails. This month we’re reading Little Miss Sunshine while tasting BuzzBallz cocktails!Mentioned in the Episode:Little Miss Sunshine by Roger Hargreaves Little Miss Sunshine(1983)BuzzBallz Canned Cocktails_____________Monthly book reports featuring your favorite childhood and YA classics with an added bonus of delicious cocktails and snarky commentary.Hosted by Beth + SamMusic by The Finley Ghost_____________Connect with the Boozy Book Reports CrewTikTok: @boozybookreportsInstagram: @boozybookreport______________boozybookreports@gmail.comboozybookreports.com

Let’s get cultured!Poem: Wild Nights - Wild Nights! by Emily Dickinson Shot: Wild NightsRecipe: 2 oz. Baileys strawberry cream liqueur1 oz. Plain or vanilla vodkaShake with ice to chillStrain and pour into two glassesGarnish with whipped cream and a maraschino cherry_____________Monthly book reports featuring your favorite childhood and YA classics with an added bonus of delicious cocktails and snarky commentary.Hosted by Beth + SamMusic by The Finley Ghost_____________Connect with the Boozy Book Reports CrewTikTok: @boozybookreportsInstagram: @boozybookreport______________boozybookreports@gmail.comboozybookreports.com

Get ready for a journey to the iconic world of Sweet Valley! This month we’re reporting on Sweet Valley Twins #1: Best Friends! Shocking betrayals lurk beneath the surface of matching sweater sets and the surprisingly sinister Unicorn Club! Join us as we uncover the drama, secrets, and unexpected twists while we sip on a French Kiss and Champagne Burst! Mentioned in the Episode:Sweet Valley Twins #1: Best Friends Sweet Valley High (1994) Marla’s Cookies Mean Girls _____________Monthly book reports featuring your favorite childhood and YA classics with an added bonus of delicious cocktails and snarky commentary.Hosted by Beth + SamMusic by The Finley Ghost_____________Connect with the Boozy Book Reports CrewTikTok: @boozybookreportsInstagram: @boozybookreport______________boozybookreports@gmail.comboozybookreports.com

Join in the fun as we take a look at the classic Little Miss book series while trying out a variety of canned cocktails. This month we’re reading Little Miss Neat while tasting store bought old fashioned drinks.Mentioned in the Episode:Little Miss Neat by Roger Hargreaves Little Mis Neat (1983) On the Rocks Old Fashioned Cocktail Bulleit Old FashionedBatch & Bottle Monkey Show Lazy Old Fashioned  Tip Top Old Fashioned_____________Monthly book reports featuring your favorite childhood and YA classics with an added bonus of delicious cocktails and snarky commentary.Hosted by Beth + SamMusic by The Finley Ghost_____________Connect with the Boozy Book Reports CrewTikTok: @boozybookreportsInstagram: @boozybookreport______________boozybookreports@gmail.comboozybookreports.com

We going deep this month! Dive into spiritual enlightenment with our latest episode featuring the prolific journey of 'Siddhartha' by Hermann Hesse! Join us as we pair soul-searching discussions with the serene elegance of sake and the exotic allure of our Samsara tiki drink! Plus, we have a special treat - Sam's husband, Kevin, joins us for this insightful episode! Mentions:Siddhartha Drink Recipes 2024 Boozy Book Reports Reading List BBR Like Water for Chocolate episode A Court of Thorns and Roses Booksmart (2019) Constantine (2005) _____________Monthly book reports featuring your favorite childhood and YA classics with an added bonus of delicious cocktails and snarky commentary.Hosted by Beth + SamMusic by The Finley Ghost_____________Connect with the Boozy Book Reports CrewTikTok: @boozybookreportsInstagram: @boozybookreport______________boozybookreports@gmail.comboozybookreports.com

Unwrap a dose of merry mischief with our newest episode featuring The Best Christmas Pageant Ever by Barbara Robinson! Join us as we dive into this hilarious holiday tale filled with laughter, chaos, and the true spirit of Christmas! Sip on our festive drinks (a zesty Lemon Drop and spicy El Diablitos) as we blend nostalgic vibes and a touch of boozy cheer! Mentions:The Best Christmas Pageant Ever The Best Christmas Pageant Ever (1983) Night of the Twisters (1996) The Christmas Card (2006) Charm Bracelets _____________Monthly book reports featuring your favorite childhood and YA classics with an added bonus of delicious cocktails and snarky commentary.Hosted by Beth + SamMusic by The Finley Ghost_____________Connect with the Boozy Book Reports CrewTikTok: @boozybookreportsInstagram: @boozybookreport______________boozybookreports@gmail.comboozybookreports.com

Dive into nostalgia with our latest episode featuring Shel Silverstein's "Where the Sidewalk Ends”! Join us as we journey back to the cherished pages of childhood, savoring the whimsical poetry that once adorned our bookshelves. Indulge in the poetic magic while sipping on our specially crafted cocktails, a Silverstein Sling and a Peach Me.Mentioned in the episode:Where the Sidewalks Ends The Jelly Shot Test Kitchen Muktuk (whale blubber) Reborn Dolls Fairuza Balk _____________Monthly book reports featuring your favorite childhood and YA classics with an added bonus of delicious cocktails and snarky commentary.Hosted by Beth + SamMusic by The Finley Ghost_____________Connect with the Boozy Book Reports CrewTikTok: @boozybookreportsInstagram: @boozybookreport______________boozybookreports@gmail.comboozybookreports.com

Boozy Book Reports is BACK from a short hiatus, and we're diving headfirst into the nostalgia of the '90s. Brace yourselves for a spine-tingling ride with our next episode, featuring R.L. Stine's classic chiller, 'Goosebumps: Night of the Living Dummy'!Join us as we revisit the eerie world of ventriloquist dummies, creepy twists, and thrilling encounters. We’ll guide you through the haunted pages of this '90s horror masterpiece while sipping on spooktacular cocktails – a Penicillin and a Sazerac. Want to mix these mysterious concoctions yourself? Find the recipes @BoozyBookReport on IG or TikTok!Mentioned in the episode:Night of the Living Dummy by R.L. Stine Uncle Nearest Straight Rye Goosebumps (1995) Goosebumps (2023) Children of the Corn (1984) Nightmare on Elm Street (1984) Totally Killer(2023) USA Up All Night Killer Klowns from Outer Space (1988) Reborn Doll X Factor: Darci Lynne Jackie Chan Adventures Stand by Me (1986) _____________Monthly book reports featuring your favorite childhood and YA classics with an added bonus of delicious cocktails and snarky commentary.Hosted by Beth + SamMusic by The Finley Ghost_____________Connect with the Boozy Book Reports CrewTikTok: @boozybookreportsInstagram: @boozybookreport______________boozybookreports@gmail.comboozybookreports.com

Let's get cultured! Poem: First Fig by Edna St. Vincent Millay Shot: A Bay of Figs Recipe: ½ oz. fig syrup¼ oz. lime juice1 oz. rum or spiced rumAdd a dash of Angostura bittersShake with iceStrain & pout into a shot glass_____________Monthly book reports featuring your favorite childhood and YA classics with an added bonus of delicious cocktails and snarky commentary.Hosted by Beth + SamMusic by The Finley Ghost_____________Connect with the Boozy Book Reports CrewTikTok: @boozybookreportsInstagram: @boozybookreport______________boozybookreports@gmail.comboozybookreports.com

Join in the fun as we take a look at the classic Little Miss book collection while trying out a variety of canned cocktails! This month we’re reading Little Miss Naughty and drinking a variety of mocktails by Curious Elixirs!Mentioned in the Episode:Little Miss Naughty by Roger Hargreaves Little Miss Naughty (1983) Curious Elixirs Curious Elixir No. 1 Curious Elixir No. 3 Curious Elixir No. 5Curious Elixir No. 6 Matilda The Musical _____________Monthly book reports featuring your favorite childhood and YA classics with an added bonus of delicious cocktails and snarky commentary.Hosted by Beth + SamMusic by The Finley Ghost_____________Connect with the Boozy Book Reports CrewTikTok: @boozybookreportsInstagram: @boozybookreport______________boozybookreports@gmail.comboozybookreports.com

Calling all horse girls! This is not a drill! We’re bringing all the horse girl energy to this month’s book report on Misty of Chincoteague by Marguerite Henry. Get your Mint Julep and Blackberry Bramble ready! Mentioned in the EpisodeMisty of Chincoteague Sam’s Country PlaylistUncle Val’s Botanical GinWild Hearts Can’t Be Broken (1991) Real life ponies of Chincoteague Gullah Gullah IslandSentinelese Extremities PodcastTristan da Cunha Western Horseman Magazine Mane n’ Tail Shampoo _____________Monthly book reports featuring your favorite childhood and YA classics with an added bonus of delicious cocktails and snarky commentary.Hosted by Beth + SamMusic by The Finley Ghost_____________Connect with the Boozy Book Reports CrewTikTok: @boozybookreportsInstagram: @boozybookreport______________boozybookreports@gmail.comboozybookreports.com

We’re starting a new mini series! Join in the fun as we take a look at the classic Little Miss book collection while trying out a variety of canned cocktails! This month we’re reading Little Miss Bossy and drinking margaritas!! Mentioned in the Episode:Little Miss Bossy by Roger Hargreaves  On the Rocks - The Margarita Chi-Chi’s Original MargaritaThomas Ashbourne - The Margalicious Margarita Tip Top Margarita _____________Monthly book reports featuring your favorite childhood and YA classics with an added bonus of delicious cocktails and snarky commentary.Hosted by Beth + SamMusic by The Finley Ghost_____________Connect with the Boozy Book Reports CrewTikTok: @boozybookreportsInstagram: @boozybookreport______________boozybookreports@gmail.comboozybookreports.com

New month, new amazing story! Grab a copy and follow along as we take a look at the award winning, modern classic….The Skin I’m In by Sharon G. Flake! We’re drinking New York Sours and a Honey Crisp mocktail. Mentioned in the Episode:The Skin I’m In Uncle Nearest Whisky and RyeFrichette WinesSheffield CiderCurious Elixirs MocktailsPunky Brewster (1984-1986)A Different World (1987-1993)Family Matters (1989 - 1997)Tri-Cities, WA Juneteenth EventsAfrican Americans and the Manhattan ProjectKennewick, WA: Sundown Town_____________Monthly book reports featuring your favorite childhood and YA classics with an added bonus of delicious cocktails and snarky commentary.Hosted by Beth + SamMusic by The Finley Ghost_____________Connect with the Boozy Book Reports CrewTikTok: @boozybookreportsInstagram: @boozybookreport______________boozybookreports@gmail.comboozybookreports.com

Let's get cultured! Poem: This Is Just to Say by William Carlos Williams (1934)Drink: Choya Umeshu With Plum_____________Monthly book reports featuring your favorite childhood and YA classics with an added bonus of delicious cocktails and snarky commentary.Hosted by Beth + SamMusic by The Finley Ghost_____________Connect with the Boozy Book Reports CrewTikTok: @boozybookreportsInstagram: @boozybookreport______________boozybookreports@gmail.comboozybookreports.com

🎶Say hello to your friends (Baby-Sitters Club). Say hello to the people who care. 🎶 This month we’re diving into our first Baby-Sitters Club book —— Mallory and the Ghost Cat! Get your kid kits and cocktails ready!  We’re drinking a Horse’s Neck and a Scott the Italian Stallion.Mentioned in the Episode:The Baby-Sitters Club Mystery #3 - Mallory and the Ghost Cat  The Baby-Sitters Club (1990)The Baby-Sitters Club (1995)The Baby-Sitters Club (2020) The Claudia Kishi Club (2020) The Crow (1994) English Muffin Pizza Stuck in Stoneybrook Podcast The Baby-Sitters Club Action Figures SNL Skit - Rap History (2017) Things Fall Apart by China Achebe (1962) McGruff the Crime DogCocktails:Horse’s Neck - 4oz Ginger Beer2oz Brandy or CognacCouple shakes of aromatic bittersScott the Italian Stallion - .5oz Galliano Liqueur 1oz Lillet Blanc2oz Dry GinCouple shakes orange bitters_____________Monthly book reports featuring your favorite childhood and YA classics with an added bonus of delicious cocktails and snarky commentary.Hosted by Beth + SamMusic by The Finley Ghost_____________Connect with the Boozy Book Reports CrewTikTok: @boozybookreportsInstagram: @boozybookreport______________boozybookreports@gmail.comboozybookreports.com

Let's get cultured! Poem: The Red Wheelbarrow by William Carlos Williams (1923)Shot: The Wheelbarrow 1 oz. Jägermeister Scharf1 oz. Peach Schnapps2 oz. Cranberry Juice"The Red Wheelbarrow" is published by Carcanet Press in the Collected Poems of William Carlos Williams, Volume 1, edited by Walton Litz and Christopher McGowan_____________Monthly book reports featuring your favorite childhood and YA classics with an added bonus of delicious cocktails and snarky commentary.Hosted by Beth + SamMusic by The Finley Ghost_____________Connect with the Boozy Book Reports CrewTikTok: @boozybookreportsInstagram: @boozybookreport______________boozybookreports@gmail.comboozybookreports.com

Aqua Net? Check! Swatch? Check! Delicious cocktails? Double check! This month’s book report covers the cult classic, “Remember Me” by Christopher Pike! Join in the ghostly fun of this late 80’s gem! 🖤 We’re sipping on Cosmos and Stockholm Harbors!Mentioned in the Episode:Remember Me by Christopher Pike Veronica Mars Chris Crocker - “Leave Britney Alone”Ouija BoardDead Like MeBuzzfeed Unsolved - “The Demonic Goatman’s Bridge”The Exorcist (1973)Ghost (1990)Waffle House - SNL Jazzercise_____________Monthly book reports featuring your favorite childhood and YA classics with an added bonus of delicious cocktails and snarky commentary.Hosted by Beth + SamMusic by The Finley Ghost_____________Connect with the Boozy Book Reports CrewTikTok: @boozybookreportsInstagram: @boozybookreport______________boozybookreports@gmail.comboozybookreports.com

We’re traveling back to our Scholastic Fair, elementary school days with the all American Girl classic, ‘“Meet Samantha”! Paired with a porch poundable traditional daiquiri and sassafras & molasses champagne cocktail! Mentioned in the Episode:American Girl: Meet SamanthaSamantha: An American Girl Holiday (2004)Scholastic Book FairsVisible Mending SubReddit Hobby ManStitch 'n BitchStyrofoam Meat Tray WeavingConan @ American GirlViper Car Alarm SystemJackalopeDirty Jobs“Historical” 90’s American Girl DollsAmerican Girl DiariesBonus: American Girl Cafe SNL Skit_____________Monthly book reports featuring your favorite childhood and YA classics with an added bonus of delicious cocktails and snarky commentary.Hosted by Beth + SamMusic by The Finley Ghost_____________Connect with the Boozy Book Reports CrewTikTok: @boozybookreportsInstagram: @boozybookreport______________boozybookreports@gmail.comboozybookreports.com

First kisses, peak mean girl behavior, and an especially sassy cat make up this month’s book report! Join in as we revisit “Angus, Thongs, and Full-Frontal Snogging” by Louise Rennison. As a special gift to ourselves were drinking some of the first “cocktails” we tried back in the day! A TP Bomb (equal parts Pepsi and beer) and The Mistake (a sugar cone filled with Baileys and topped with whipped cream and chocolate drizzle).Mentioned in the Episode:Angus, Thongs, and Full-Frontal SnoggingAngus, Thongs, and Full-Frontal Snogging (2008 Film)Angus (1995 Film)My So Called Life - Hallway Scene_____________Monthly book reports featuring your favorite childhood and YA classics with an added bonus of delicious cocktails and snarky commentary.Hosted by Beth + SamMusic by The Finley Ghost_____________Connect with the Boozy Book Reports CrewTikTok: @boozybookreportsInstagram: @boozybookreport______________boozybookreports@gmail.comboozybookreports.com

In a world where you’re a ten year old girl left orphaned by a virus that has killed everyone over the age of twelve, what would you do to survive? Would you succumb to the bleakness of your reality or would you rise up to become the ruler of your own castle on the hill?  This month we’re diving into the apocalyptic tale, “The Girl Who Owned a City” whilst drinking Jungle Birds and Bloody Marys! Mentioned in the Episode:The Girl Who Owned a City The Girl Who Owned a City (graphic novel) Jungle Bird Cocktail Bloody MaryCrater Lake Green Chili Pepper VodkaCougar Gold CheeseSchoolhouse Rock-Mother NecessityThe Toy (1982)Dumb and Dumber - Pet Head_____________Monthly book reports featuring your favorite childhood and YA classics with an added bonus of delicious cocktails and snarky commentary.Hosted by Beth + SamMusic by The Finley Ghost_____________Connect with the Boozy Book Reports CrewTikTok: @boozybookreportsInstagram: @boozybookreport______________boozybookreports@gmail.comboozybookreports.com

'Tis the season to be jolly with a side of snark! On this month's Boozy Book Report we're drinking nog and reminiscing as we report on 'Gift of the Magi'! Featuring the Country Bumpkin Eggnog cocktail by Basics with Babish!Mentioned on the episode:Gift of the MagiCaptain Morgan Gingerbread Spiced RumCountry Bumpkin Eggnog CocktailGift of the Magi (TV Movie 2010)Touched by an Angel (1994)Felicity - The Big ChopJulia Stiles Cosmo Cover (2004)Gift Card Maze Holder_____________Monthly book reports featuring your favorite childhood and YA classics with an added bonus of delicious cocktails and snarky commentary.Hosted by Beth + SamMusic by The Finley Ghost_____________Connect with the Boozy Book Reports CrewTikTok: @boozybookreportsInstagram: @boozybookreport______________boozybookreports@gmail.comboozybookreports.com