Book Bumble
A bookish podcast, featuring two friends who love spending time reading and sharing great books. In each episode, we will introduce a stack of books that are tied together with a common connection to help to take a deeper dive into each story. We want to provide a space to talk books that is friendly and deep, with a little hint of geek.
Episodes
180 episodes
Eye Poppers - Season 4, Episode 38
On this episode, our stack of books is tied together with the common theme of being some eye-popping visual treats. Also known as graphic novels. We are both really fascinated and intrigued by novels presented in this form and th...
Deep Dive on The Calamity Club - Season 4, Episode 37
On this episode, we will be doing a deep dive into an author’s newest book. We don’t do many of these, but this book had a lot to break apart and talk about. In fact, we restrained ourselves from chatting about it until doing the show today....
Quintessential Beach Reads - Season 4, Episode 36
In this episode our stack of books is tied together with the common theme of being Quintessential Beach Reads...books to throw into your beach bag and pull out when you have those luxurious moments to lose yourself in a story. And you...
Going Down the Rabbit Hole - Season 4, Episode 35
In this episode we are Going Down the Rabbit Hole with some fascinating times, people, and crows...Caw-Caw! We also have some yummy Books in Hand. Follow us through the looking glass and Down the Rabbit Hole!Feature...
Bodacious Backlist Books - Season 4, Episode 34
In this episode we venture into the great unknown (to us) of Bodacious Backlist Books! Plus we have a Book in Hand that is anything but backlist...in fact it's future list. Join us...it won't be the same without you!
It's a Shorty - Homework - Season 4, Episode 33
In this episode we are bringing you a Shorty…an episode with just 2 books, and we hope it might be just what you need! Our short stack is tied together with the common theme of being Homework we assigned to one another. We...
If You Liked This...Then Read That... - Season 4, Episode 32
In this episode our bundle of books is tied together with the theme of If You Liked This...Then Read That. We're sure these will hit the mark!Featured Books:The Leaving Room by Amber McBride - The...
Brit Lit - Season 4, Episode 31
In this episode we are doing Brit Lit books...Leslie brings 2 books that are quintessentially British with some familiar characters and Laura's books are both by British authors but bring something a bit different. Either way we hope y...
Celebrating Judy Blume - Season 4, Episode 30
In this episode our stack of books is tied together with the common theme of Celebrating Judy Blume. We have books written by Blume and also books written about her. Either way you are invited to the party!Featured ...
Life is Not Just a Bowl of Cherries - Season 4, Episode 29
In this episode we are facing up to the fact that Life is Not Just a Bowl of Cherries. Join us as we discuss 4 terrific novels that show that even though life isn't always peachy keen, there is always hope. Plus we have a fant...
Poetry & Essays - Season 4, Episode 28
In this episode we offer a palate cleanser of Poetry & Essays, and we have some choices that will surprise you! Plus we share a Book in Hand about someone you may never have heard of before. Prepare to be delighted!
Young Adult - Season 4, Episode 27
In this episode we are reading within the genre of Young Adult. And guess what? Leslie loves it and Laura does not...tune in to find out how Laura solves this dilemma! Plus we have a Book in Hand that is right on track...wi...
Books Mentioned - Season 4, Episode 26
In today's episode we are featuring Books Mentioned in previous episodes! We mention lots of books every week and it's time to read them. Plus, we are obsessed with our Book in Hand! Join us...it won't be the same without y...
Irish Blessings - Season 4, Episode 25
In this episode we travel to Ireland and receive some Irish Blessings! May your troubles be less, and your blessings be more, and nothing but happiness come through your door. Featured Books:The Awakenin...
Meet Us in the Stacks - Season 4, Episode 24
In this episode we want you to Meet Us in the Stacks...of the library that is! All of these books were either found in the stacks or on the New Fiction shelf of our wonderful local library. See you there!Featured Books:
Preview Party - Season 4, Episode 23
In this episode we are having a Preview Party...and you are invited! In fact, you are the guest of honor! Your red carpet awaits...Featured Books and Their Release Dates:A Fortune of Sand by Ruta Sepety...
5 Star So Far - Season 4, Episode 22
In this episode, our stack of books is tied together with the common theme of being our favorite reads of 2026 to date. Our 5 Star So Far! And, we each have 5 books so, 5 is our lucky number today. Featu...
Powerful - Season 4, Episode 21
In this episode we are featuring Powerful books. Powerful reads with dynamic characters, compelling story arcs, and tons of emotion. Come along for the ride and find a new read!Featured Books:We B...
Shh...Secrets - Season 4, Episode 20
In this episode we are tying our stack together with the common connection of Shh...Secrets. Don't tell! Leslie shares a Book in Hand that is perfect for a brain break or a little time away. Featured Books:...
Crossing Over - Season 4, Episode 19
In this episode we are featuring books with the common theme of Crossing Over. These novels are uplifting (even though Laura wanted to title this episode Death Books). Thankfully, Leslie had a much more appropriate way of tying these w...
Book Mail - Season 4, Episode 18
In today's episode we are featuring books we've recently received via Book Mail. Let's check the mailbox!Featured Books:Thistlemarsh by Coorea Corrigan (LH)A Ghastly Catastrophe by Deann...
Wartime Tales - Season 4, Episode 17
In this episode we are featuring Wartime Tales. And these books really enveloped us in a reality that showed the potential people held. Plus, we have a Book in Hand that is binge worthy and creepy. Let's listen! Feat...
Just the Facts, Mam - Season 4, Episode 16
In this episode we are giving you Just the Facts, Mam! Yes...we are sharing Non-Fiction today, plus a great Historical Fiction Book in Hand. Let's get down to it!Featured Books:Wow, No Thank You b...