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Literally Books
by ...Literally
The ultimate podcast for book lovers, pop culture enthusiasts, and anyone who wants to dive deep into the world of literature with their best friends. If you’ve ever daydreamed about marrying Atticus Finch, or spent hours playing marry, eff, kill with Sarah J. Maas characters, then this is the podcast for you.
Episodes
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...Literally Books News! October Week 4: Book News! The Best of 2026 Book Awards, Joyce Carol Oates Hates Romance? And new Ali Hazelwood!
It’s awards season, ladies and gentlemen, and this week Magda and Lindsay review all the nominees, from Nobel to Booker to Kirkus. Also, what does Joyce Carol Oates have against romance? Maybe she should read Ali Hazelwood’s recently announced sequel to “The Love Hypothesis,” assuming it isn’t...
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...Literally Our Favorite Books as Horror Novels
Have you ever snuggled in with one of your favorite reads and thought, “…if only this were a smidge more terrifying, life would be perfect.” Well, Magda and Lindsay are here to grant all your bone-chilling desires. This week, they take some of their favorite stories and re-imagine them as horror...
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..Literally Book News! October Week 3: It's raining book releases! And casting drama!
It’s raining book releases this week! We have a new memoir from “Educated” author, Tara Westover. Also, the fiction gods have blessed us with new books from Coco Mellors, Emily Henry, and Mackenzie Scott! And, of course, it wouldn’t be book news without a little drama. Listen in to find out all...
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...Literally The Good, The Bad, and the "Grim Tidings"
As Queen Rihanna once said, “We found love in a hopeless place.” And that’s exactly what happens in the book Magda and Lindsay discuss this week, B.K. Borison’s “Grim Tidings.” This book asks the question, can a guardian angel and a grim reaper make it work? Listen in to find out! Books mentioned...
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...Literally The F1 Romance We RACED through: "Crash Course" with author Piper Lawson
This week’s bonus episode is for those who love the thrill of the chase. Magda and Lindsay welcome Piper Lawson, the USA Today bestselling author of “Crash Course,” an F1 romance story. Listen in to learn more about the complicated love triangle that revs up the tension between its main…
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..Literally Book News! October Week 2: New books from Michelle Zauner and E.L. James, Lindsay’s obsession with ‘Lincoln in the Bardo” and Kennedy Ryan fever!
This week, Magda and Lindsay talk all about new book release announcements from Michelle Zauner, author of “Crying in H Mart,” and E.L. James, who created “Fifty Shades of Grey.” They also keep it classy and discuss the new “Lincoln in the Bardo” opera and the Booker Prize announcements. Lastly…
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...Literally "The Love Hypothesis" : Our Honest Review
No one knows better than Magda and Lindsay that creating the perfect adaptation is a science; but the chemistry in “The Love Hypothesis” is anything but hypothetical. This week is all about chemical reactions, particularly the dopamine felt while watching Ali Hazelwood’s debut book adaptation!...
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...Literally Book News! October Week 1: Secrets and romance and imagination and more!
This week, Magda and Lindsay chat about Rachel Gillig’s new fantasy rom-com and their love of a duology and *gasp…a standalone book? They also discuss new, heartwarming news in the legacy of Dolly Parton and her imagination library. Could we be flying into Dolly Parton Airport soon? This week...
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...Literally Is this the best intro to horror? If It Bleeds” by Stephen King
What do an iPhone, the end of the world, a brush with a trauma vampire, and a rat have in common? Well…this book! This week, Magda and Lindsay discuss “If It Bleeds” by the GOAT of horror, Stephen King himself. Listen in as they piece together the fear, the heartache, and the existential dread…
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...Literally Book News! September Week 4: Alchemised, Josh Heuston, Kennedy Ryan Adaptations and more!
There are some serious things brewing in romance adaptations. The first episode of Kennedy Ryan's "Before I Let Go" series is OFFICIALLY in the works. We've also got updates on adaptations for "Throttled" and a surprising rework of "Lonesome Dove." Also, for all you dark romance fans, Magda and...
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...Literally Stephen King Author-Pedia
This week, Magda and Lindsay are bringing you the first in a new series of episodes they’re calling “Author-pedia,” where they download you on the highlights, histories, and mysteries of an author’s career. For the inaugural episode, they’ll be discussing the GOAT of horror, Stephen King. Listen…
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...Literally Book News! September Week 3: RIP Libby Hack, Bailey in the Bardo, LibroFM e-books and more!!
In this week’s book news, Magda and Lindsay mourn the loss of the infamous “airplane mode” Libby hack, dish on baby boi Jonathan Bailey in the Bardo, and new LibroFM offerings, and more!! Books mentioned in the episode: “Dolly All the Time“ by Annabel Monaghan “Nora Goes Off Script“ by Annabel...
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...Literally Cozy Drink Pairings for Fall Reads
A gentle chill passes across the nape of your neck. You hear the soft scrape of the first fall leaf dancing along the sidewalk, having freed itself from the branches of a nearby tree. And then there it is, the intoxicating scent of…pumpkin spice. It’s fall, b*tches!!!! And that means it’s time.…
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...Literally Bonus Episode with author of "Meet Cute or Your Money Back," Katana Collins!!!
Allie Larsen was minding her own business, contemplating a way to move into her dream career as an investigative journalist when she stumbled into the meet-cute she never expected in the form of Thatcher, an ex-special forces soldier turned…matchmaker? This is the plot of Katana Collins’ book,...
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...Literally Book News! September Week 2: Queen Dolly, Kirkus winners, and more!!
This week, Magda and Lindsay homage to queen Dolly, the queen of Genovia, and “golden” children of “Theo of Golden” and Kirkus acclaim. We will aways love you, Dolly! Email us! Literally Books Website Literally Books Instagram Magda's Instagram Lindsay's Instagram Literally Books YouTube Outro...
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...Literally Ranking Upcoming Adaptations in 2026!
2026 is rolling out the red carpet for book adaptations! This week, Magda and Lindsay give their ultimate ranking for all the movie and television remakes coming this year. Though they may disagree on what belongs on top, one thing they can agree on is that readers are getting FED with this…
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...Literally Book News! September Week 1: The Gossip Episode...Natalie Portman, Rebecca Yarros, and more
In this week’s book news, Magda and Lindsay chat about the upcoming adaptations of Colson Whitehead’s “The Harlem Trilogy,” Gabrielle Zevin’s “Tomorrow, Tomorrow, and Tomorrow,” and Rebecca Yarros’ “The Last Letter.” And it wouldn’t be book news without a little gossip…Listen in to hear all about...
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...Literally "Sky Daddy" by Kate Folk
This week’s episode is about a transcendent love story. Linda has been waiting all her life to reconnect with her one true love. She crisscrosses the nation, hoping she’ll chance upon him, and they can re-kindle their attraction. He is N92823, a Boeing 737-800, and she must marry him. Magda and...
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...Literally Book News! August Week 4: Hot Releases, New Adaptations, and TX Mandatory Reading
This week, Magda and Lindsay discuss the highly controversial mandatory reading list for Texas state schools. They’ve also got the latest news on hot new releases from H.M. Wolfe and Taylor Jenkins Reid, and also details on the adaptation for “The Final Girl Support Group!” Books mentioned in the...
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...Literally Book and TV/Movie Pairings
When you fall in love with a story, it can feel like a breakup when you finish it and are forced to leave the world that was built. Magda and Lindsay know this feeling well. They also know that sometimes you’re too tired to read a book. Or maybe you’re sick of staring at a screen. That’s why this...
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...Literally Book News! August Week 3: New McCurdy, Obama's a book girlie, Whet on screen, and Odyssey Drama!!
This week, Magda and Lindsay are keeping it classy. They’ve got your mental health covered as they chat all about Jennette McCurdy’s forthcoming guided journal, “The Examined Year.” They’ll also keep you cultured with updates on President Obama’s new book podcast and the latest drama around...
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...Literally Disney Princess TBRs
A whole new world…of book recommendations. Now, Magda and Lindsay firmly believe that everyone is a princess, and that all readers should rule their own literary kingdom. But for this week’s episode, they asked themselves, “What would our Disney Princess sisters put on their TBR?” Listen in as…
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Literally Book News! August Week 2: Adaptations, "Wicker," Obama Reading List, and a $28k library fee?
Okay, all, strap in because Literally Books is CHOCK FULL of book news this week. Magda and Lindsay have an absolute avalanche of adaptation news, including their deep thoughts on the upcoming movie, “Wicker” (swoon). Then, they discuss their faves from Obama’s summer reading list, audiobook news...
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...Literally "When the Universe Sings" with author Gillian Eliza West!!!
Are you a romantasy fan who’s looking for a story that feels fresh and new? Or maybe you’re a sci-fi connoisseur who’s thought, “I could use a dash more romance.” Gillian Eliza West’s book “When the Universe Sings” has you covered. Listen in this week as Magda and Lindsay talk with Eliza herself...
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...Literally Book News! August Week 1: Jonathan Bailey Dracula, Haaland's perfection, DCC updates and more!!!
This week is packed with book news. Magda and Lindsay discuss the upcoming audio adaptation for Bram Stoker's "Dracula," featuring Jonathan Bailey and his sl*tty lil' glasses. We also have other adaptation updates for "I'm Glad My Mom Died," "Peculiar Stars," and the "When in Rome" series. And of...
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...Literally "Honey in the Wound" with author Jiyoung Han
This week, Magda and Lindsay are joined by Jiyoung Han to talk about her stunning debut novel, "Honey in the Wound." Listen in as they discuss this wholly compelling tale of family, magical realism, and the horrors of war. Find out more about Jiyoung at: https://www.hanjiyoung.com Instagram:...
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...Literally "Rules for Aging and Larceny" with Julia London: Live at Lark and Owl Booksellers!
This week Magda and Lindsay are coming to you live from Lark and Owl Booksellers in Georgetown, TX to talk with Julia London about her book, “Rules for Aging and Larceny!” If you’ve ever watched Ocean’s Eleven and thought, “I wish there were more ladies in this.” Or maybe you’ve been watching the...
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...Literally Book News! July Week 3: 2026 Bestsellers, AI Book Award Controversy, Texas Monthly Publishing, and Tomi Adeyemi
In book news this week, Magda and Lindsay discuss the bestseller thus far in 2026, some sad stats on readership, an AI book award bombshell, the revival of the Texas Monthly publishing arm, and what the heck is going on with "Children of Blood and Bone." Books mentioned in the episode: “Theo of...
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...Literally "The Trouble with Love and Exposure" with author Harriet Ashford!!
The trouble with Harriet Ashford is that Literally Books can’t stop talking about her, and this week is no exception! Listen in as Magda and Lindsay chat with Harriet about the third book in the “Trouble” series, “The Trouble with Love and Exposure.” They talk about birding, bathroom art, and the...
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...Literally Book News! July Week 2: Ishiguro novel, DCC, American Fantasy and Auctions!
Welcome to our new weekly book news episode! This week, Magda and Lindsay discuss the highly anticipated new book by Kazuo Ishiguro, "Miss Lambert Steps Aboard Danger." Then, in adaptation news, they dish on the latest with the "My Year of Rest and Relaxation,” “Dungeon Crawler Carl," and…
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...Literally A MUCH needed catch-up!
We’re back, baby! While Magda and Lindsay have enjoyed some much-needed time off, they certainly didn’t neglect their duties as book lovers. This week, they chat about the books they read on break, the TV shows they’re currently obsessed with (and think you should be too), and all the things that...
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...Literally "Zoom with a View" Live Event @ Lark & Owl with author Jess Cannon!!!
This week, Magda and Lindsay are recording LIVE from Georgetown’s very own Lark & Owl Booksellers to chat with the incredible Jess Cannon about her cozy mystery novel “Zoom with a View.” This conversation has EVERYTHING from South American television programming in the 90s to obscure snark...
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...Literally BONUS EPISODE: Interview with Rachel Thorne, author of "The Substitute"
This week, Magda and Lindsay sit down with Rachel Thorne, aka Denise Grover Swank, author of many a rom-com and mystery tale, to talk all about her book “The Substitute.” “The Substitute” follows Megan Vandemeer, who has just recently dumped her cheating finance bro fiancé, Jay. There’s just one...
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...Literally Summer Reading List
Volunteering for a summer reading list?! Uh, YES. Magda and Lindsay are your favorite kind of teacher’s pets, though, because they’re going to walk through every kind of option for a perfect summer read. Memoir, romance, heist, magical realism…economics (?). These are all the books they’re…
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...Literally Remarkably Bright Creatures - Book and Movie Discussion!!
Day 1,476 of our fascination…with Shelby Van Pelt’s Remarkably Bright Creatures. Magda and Lindsay dive into this wonderful tale of love, community, unlikely friendships, and grief. Listen in as they compare the book and the movie and all the things that warmed their souls. Books mentioned in the...
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...Literally The Little Prince
This week, Antoine de Saint-Exupéry’s “The Little Prince” schools Magda and Lindsay in some extremely important life lessons, most importantly, that being an adult is so overrated. In honor of the book, they discuss all the essential things they felt with their hearts while reading this absolute...
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...Literally The Ending Writes Itself by Evelyn Clarke
A horror writer, YA writer, romance writer, sci-fi writer, mystery writer, and a team of thriller writers walk into a secluded Scottish mansion… This is the setup for this week’s deep dive, Evelyn Clarke’s “The Ending Writes Itself.” Listen in as Magda and Lindsay discuss this mystery tale…
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...Literally 100th Episode EXTRAVAGANZA!!!!
ONE. HUNDRED. EPISODES!!!!!! Literally Books has officially reached its hundredth episode, so Magda and Lindsay spend this episode freaking out, crying, and wallowing in nostalgia and gratitude. Listen in as they take listener questions, provide rapid-fire books recs (how many books CAN they...
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...Literally BookCon 2026!
BookCon! BookCon! BookCon! ’Tis the season for 35,000 of the country’s biggest introverts to converge together in NYC and talk about books. Magda and Lindsay discuss their favorite panels, their experience moderating author talks, and their favorite moments from this year’s BookCon, after its...
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...Literally How to Build a Capsule Bookshelf
Now while Magda and Lindsay may be literary hoarders in all forms— digital, physical, audible— they understand (kind of) that not everyone may want heaps and piles of books. So in the spirit of cultivation, they’re pulling together their personal capsule bookshelf. They’ll each recommend five…
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...Literally Bonus Episode!! Interview with Rufi Thorpe, author of "Margo's Got Money Troubles".
This week, Magda and Lindsay have the absolute pleasure of talking to Rufi Thorpe, champion of misfits, believer in forgiveness, and, of course, author of "Margo's Got Money Troubles," among others. Listen in as she discusses her writing process, motherhood, professional wrestling, and the…
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...Literally Bridgerton Ranking: Books and Series
Dearest gentle reader, or maybe not reader? Maybe just watcher? Whoever you are, if you’re into Bridgerton, you’ve come to the right place. Magda and Lindsay review their definitive (until the next season is released, at least) rankings of each Bridgerton series, and then Magda gives a full…
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BONUS EPISODE! ...Literally Austin Book Trail 2026
Magda and Lindsay have yet another love letter for their local bookstores. They recap this year's Austin Book Trail and all the great new stores they got to visit, each with its own vibe and special ambiance to offer. Special thanks to: Lioness Books Adventures in Ink The Secret Lantern Finney's...
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...Literally April Showers: Books That Will Make You Cry
Sometimes you just need to feel something! This week, Magda and Lindsay bring you their five best recommendations for books that will make you cry and cleanse your soul. Listen in for stories that will crack open even the hardest of hearts. Don’t worry, no one’s looking. Let those April showers…
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...Literally Frankenstein and Recent Adaptations
He’s a monster!! And by that, we mean Victor Frankenstein, not his creation. Listen this week as Magda and Lindsay break down Mary Shelley’s Frankenstein and its enduring legacy. They also delve into recent adaptations by Guillermo del Toro and Maggie Gyllenhaal’s “The Bride.” Books mentioned in...
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...Literally Comic Book Read Read: "Love Everlasting"
This week’s comic book deep dive is aptly named, because Magda and Lindsay’s love for “Love Everlasting” is, indeed, everlasting. Listen in as they discuss the surprising twists and turns of this genre-bending, mysterious graphic novel. Books mentioned in the episode: “Love Everlasting“ by Tom…
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BONUS EPISODE!! ...Literally Project Hail Mary Re-release
Excite! Excite! In honor of the Project Hail Mary movie, premiering March 20, Magda and Lindsay are re-releasing a throwback episode of their deep dive into the book! -------------- Fist my bump! This week Lindsay and Magda gush about Andy Weir's hilarious sci-fi book, Project Hail Mary. It's a...
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...Literally Before You Watch Project Hail Mary (What you need to know)
We read. You watch. Today, Magda and Lindsay are talking all about Andy Weir’s “Project Hail Mary” in anticipation of the movie, releasing on March 20th. Now, even though they’ve spent every day since finishing it talking to everyone they know, and even some they don’t know about how amazing it…
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...Literally Books That Feel Like Sunshine
Is it just us, or has the journey from holiday time to springtime been 70 years? If you’re feeling the wintertime post-holiday blues, then Magda and Lindsay have got you covered with some book recs that’ll help you shake off the ennui. They do say grief 6 times in this episode, but it’s happy, we...
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...Literally Wuthering Heights - Book Readers React
This week’s episode taught Magda and Lindsay a valuable lesson: a bad book can be made better by an even worse movie. That’s right, they’re discussing all things Wuthering Heights…and “Wuthering Heights.” Okay, okay. So even though they may not have loved everything about Emily Brontë’s sole…
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The ultimate podcast for book lovers, pop culture enthusiasts, and anyone who wants to dive deep into the world of literature with their best friends. If you’ve ever daydreamed about marrying Atticus Finch, or spent hours playing marry, eff, kill with Sarah J. Maas characters, then this is the podcast for you.
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The ultimate podcast for book lovers, pop culture enthusiasts, and anyone who wants to dive deep into the world of literature with their best friends. If you’ve ever daydreamed about marrying Atticus Finch, or spent hours playing marry, eff, kill with Sarah J. Maas characters, then this is the...
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