60 acast.com Readers Also Enjoyed https://shows.acast.com/readers-also-enjoyed en Readers Also Enjoyed Pop Culture, Books, Social Commentary , Literature PSA: The show isn't dead, just taking a little nap! We'll be coming back very soon, so follow us on our socials, turn on your notifications and stay tuned!


Have you ever finished a book and thought, "I need another book to fill this void. What should I read next?" Well, welcome to our little corner of the internet where we dedicate a month to a subject, topic or theme and explore it through four different books.


Readers also Enjoyed is our love letter to mood readers. We're your hosts Sophia and Adey, two twenty-something besties across continents, and we invite you to join us as we tackle a book per week.


Rate and subscribe to our podcast, and if you want to get in touch, email us at readersalsoenjoyed@gmail.com or follow us on instagram and tiktok @readersalsoenjoyed!


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Have you ever finished a book and thought, "I need another book to fill this void. What should I read next?" Well, welcome to our little corner of the internet where we dedicate a month to a subject, topic or theme and explore it through four different books.


Readers also Enjoyed is our love letter to mood readers. We're your hosts Sophia and Adey, two twenty-something besties across continents, and we invite you to join us as we tackle a book per week.


Rate and subscribe to our podcast, and if you want to get in touch, email us at readersalsoenjoyed@gmail.com or follow us on instagram and tiktok @readersalsoenjoyed!


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]]> false Readers Also Enjoyed readersalsoenjoyed@gmail.com 65c0d722b4dc510017780e22 readersalsoenjoyed episodic https://assets.pippa.io/shows/65c0d722b4dc510017780e22/1724109308501-a1dfa0c9-889f-4109-a5fd-9bab2dc38e5d.jpeg https://shows.acast.com/readers-also-enjoyed Readers Also Enjoyed <![CDATA[Ep.16 Howl's Moving Castle by Diana Wynne Jones | Wands Upon a Wizard ]]> Thu, 07 Nov 2024 21:00:22 GMT 1:35:32 672d0f0a89045d7064fd37dd true https://shows.acast.com/readersalsoenjoyed/episodes/ep16-howls-moving-castle-by-diana-wynne-jones-wands-upon-a-w 672d0f0a89045d7064fd37dd 65c0d722b4dc510017780e22 ep16-howls-moving-castle-by-diana-wynne-jones-wands-upon-a-w full 4 1 Ever thought your life sucks? According to this book it’s probably your fault. 😬


This week, we’re stepping into the magical mayhem of Howl’s Moving Castle. We follow Sophie Hatter who finds herself magically transformed into an old lady (rude) and takes refuge in a walking, creaking castle owned by Howl—the the drama king of all wizards. Tune in as we discuss why Howl might be the ultimate diva/heartthrob, and why sometimes, a little magical chaos is the best way to find yourself.


Essays Referenced:


”Why don’t you be a tiger?”: The Performative, Transformative, and Creative Power of the Word in the Universes of Diana Wynne Jones by Debbie Gascoyne


Fairy Tale and Fantasy: From Archaic to Postmodern by Maria Nikolajeva


Transformation, Transition, Identity: On the Threshold. Liminality in Howl's Moving Castle by Kerstin Bogensberger

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This week, we’re stepping into the magical mayhem of Howl’s Moving Castle. We follow Sophie Hatter who finds herself magically transformed into an old lady (rude) and takes refuge in a walking, creaking castle owned by Howl—the the drama king of all wizards. Tune in as we discuss why Howl might be the ultimate diva/heartthrob, and why sometimes, a little magical chaos is the best way to find yourself.


Essays Referenced:


”Why don’t you be a tiger?”: The Performative, Transformative, and Creative Power of the Word in the Universes of Diana Wynne Jones by Debbie Gascoyne


Fairy Tale and Fantasy: From Archaic to Postmodern by Maria Nikolajeva


Transformation, Transition, Identity: On the Threshold. Liminality in Howl's Moving Castle by Kerstin Bogensberger

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]]> Ep.15 Dead Until Dark by Charlaine Harris | Tales of the Undead (Bonus Episode) Ep.15 Dead Until Dark by Charlaine Harris | Tales of the Undead (Bonus Episode) Sun, 01 Sep 2024 18:19:43 GMT 1:30:15 66d4ad595012e5ffd0fc9ea7 true https://shows.acast.com/readersalsoenjoyed/episodes/ep15-dead-until-dark-by-charlaine-harris-tales-of-the-undead 66d4ad595012e5ffd0fc9ea7 65c0d722b4dc510017780e22 ep15-dead-until-dark-by-charlaine-harris-tales-of-the-undead full 3 5 Welcome to Bon Temps, where the nights are dark, the blood is True, and the vampires are always hungry for more than just a bite! Get ready for a steamy, suspenseful, fangtastic journey through a world where danger is as irresistible as desire!

Join us as we dive into Dead Until Dark, the first book in Charlaine Harris's Sookie Stackhouse series and the inspiration behind HBO's True Blood. 

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]]> Welcome to Bon Temps, where the nights are dark, the blood is True, and the vampires are always hungry for more than just a bite! Get ready for a steamy, suspenseful, fangtastic journey through a world where danger is as irresistible as desire!

Join us as we dive into Dead Until Dark, the first book in Charlaine Harris's Sookie Stackhouse series and the inspiration behind HBO's True Blood. 

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]]> Ep.14 Woman, Eating by Claire Kohda | Tales of the Undead Ep.14 Woman, Eating by Claire Kohda | Tales of the Undead Mon, 26 Aug 2024 00:06:33 GMT 1:28:10 66cbc70aff5eaa8e1bf9e2bb true https://shows.acast.com/readersalsoenjoyed/episodes/ep14-woman-eating-by-claire-kohda-tales-of-the-undead 66cbc70aff5eaa8e1bf9e2bb 65c0d722b4dc510017780e22 ep14-woman-eating-by-claire-kohda-tales-of-the-undead full 3 4 In this episode, we ask: did woman, ate?

Join us as we dive into Claire Kohda’s debut novel, exploring its intricacies, thematic questions, and how this unique take on the vampire genre tells the story of Lydia—a London-based artist who hungers for more than just blood. Tune in as we unpack the layers of this haunting and thought-provoking tale.

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]]> In this episode, we ask: did woman, ate?

Join us as we dive into Claire Kohda’s debut novel, exploring its intricacies, thematic questions, and how this unique take on the vampire genre tells the story of Lydia—a London-based artist who hungers for more than just blood. Tune in as we unpack the layers of this haunting and thought-provoking tale.

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]]> Ep.13 Vampires of El Norte by Isabel Cañas | Tales of the Undead Ep.13 Vampires of El Norte by Isabel Cañas | Tales of the Undead Sat, 25 May 2024 13:07:19 GMT 1:40:22 6651e28a55efd7001202f511 true https://shows.acast.com/readersalsoenjoyed/episodes/ep13-vampires-of-el-norte-by-isabel-caas-tales-of-the-undead 6651e28a55efd7001202f511 65c0d722b4dc510017780e22 ep13-vampires-of-el-norte-by-isabel-caas-tales-of-the-undead full 3 3

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]]> Ep.12 A Dowry of Blood by S.T. Gibson | Tales of the Undead Ep.12 A Dowry of Blood by S.T. Gibson | Tales of the Undead Wed, 08 May 2024 20:09:39 GMT 1:50:22 663bdc041859e20012940f6e true https://shows.acast.com/readersalsoenjoyed/episodes/ep12-a-dowry-of-blood-by-st-gibson-tales-of-the-undead 663bdc041859e20012940f6e 65c0d722b4dc510017780e22 ep12-a-dowry-of-blood-by-st-gibson-tales-of-the-undead full 3 2

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]]> Ep.11 Carmilla, by Joseph Sheridan Le Fanu | Tales of the Undead Ep.11 Carmilla, by Joseph Sheridan Le Fanu | Tales of the Undead Tue, 23 Apr 2024 09:55:29 GMT 1:03:02 6627856ffd63ca00125a02fe true https://shows.acast.com/readersalsoenjoyed/episodes/ep11-carmilla-by-joseph-sheridan-le-fanu-tales-of-the-undead 6627856ffd63ca00125a02fe 65c0d722b4dc510017780e22 ep11-carmilla-by-joseph-sheridan-le-fanu-tales-of-the-undead full 3 1 The first spooky lesbian is more proof that pretty privilege has always been a thing. Join us this week as we discuss Carmilla, a tale where Victorian drama meets blood-sucking intrigue. Plus, did you know? The word 'vampire' wasn't actually used until after Carmilla was published. Guess Le Fanu was a trendsetter. ✨💅🏼



Source: Duality and the Doppelgängers in Carmilla by Sheridan Le Fanu, university of Chile by Alicia Susana Mesa Pérez: https://shorturl.at/uAIU6

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]]> The first spooky lesbian is more proof that pretty privilege has always been a thing. Join us this week as we discuss Carmilla, a tale where Victorian drama meets blood-sucking intrigue. Plus, did you know? The word 'vampire' wasn't actually used until after Carmilla was published. Guess Le Fanu was a trendsetter. ✨💅🏼



Source: Duality and the Doppelgängers in Carmilla by Sheridan Le Fanu, university of Chile by Alicia Susana Mesa Pérez: https://shorturl.at/uAIU6

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]]> Ep.10 Intro to Vampires | Tales of the Undead Ep.10 Intro to Vampires | Tales of the Undead Sun, 14 Apr 2024 14:24:03 GMT 1:00:30 661be704aed7bb0016c4be48 true https://shows.acast.com/readersalsoenjoyed/episodes/tales-of-the-undead-intro-to-vampires 661be704aed7bb0016c4be48 65c0d722b4dc510017780e22 tales-of-the-undead-intro-to-vampires full 3 0.5 Grab your stakes and your favourite blood type, cause we’re introducing our new topic, Tales Of The Undead: Vampires. From classic Dracula to modern-day vampiric heartthrobs, join us as we break down all the neck-biting action and dish out some bloody insights. 🧛🏻🩸


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Art by @dolorsilentium

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]]> <![CDATA[Ep.9 Good Material, by Dolly Alderton | It's Complicated]]> Sun, 07 Apr 2024 16:35:11 GMT 1:37:52 6612c7bbd88ec90017a456ff true https://shows.acast.com/readersalsoenjoyed/episodes/ep9-good-material-by-dolly-alderton-its-complicated 6612c7bbd88ec90017a456ff 65c0d722b4dc510017780e22 ep9-good-material-by-dolly-alderton-its-complicated full 2 4 The male loneliness epidemic - explained.


Join us as we discuss Dolly Alderton’s newest novel that looks at heartbreak through Andy’s pov.

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]]> The male loneliness epidemic - explained.


Join us as we discuss Dolly Alderton’s newest novel that looks at heartbreak through Andy’s pov.

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]]> <![CDATA[Ep.8 Normal People, by Sally Rooney | It's Complicated]]> Tue, 26 Mar 2024 15:27:09 GMT 1:50:58 6602e818ad6bb400180dd866 true https://shows.acast.com/readersalsoenjoyed/episodes/ep8-normal-people-by-sally-rooney-its-complicated 6602e818ad6bb400180dd866 65c0d722b4dc510017780e22 ep8-normal-people-by-sally-rooney-its-complicated full 2 3 They're together, but they're not, yet somehow they are—and then, they're not again? If miscommunication were a book, it would be Sally Rooney's 'Normal People.' Join us this week as we delve into the intricate dynamics of Connell and Marianne's relationship.


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]]> They're together, but they're not, yet somehow they are—and then, they're not again? If miscommunication were a book, it would be Sally Rooney's 'Normal People.' Join us this week as we delve into the intricate dynamics of Connell and Marianne's relationship.


cover art: ratsandlilies.art

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]]> <![CDATA[Ep.7 Luster, by Raven Leilani | It's Complicated]]> Sun, 17 Mar 2024 16:10:37 GMT 1:40:37 65f715fe3cf4df0017cf1f5b true https://shows.acast.com/readersalsoenjoyed/episodes/ep7-by-raven-leilani-its-complicated 65f715fe3cf4df0017cf1f5b 65c0d722b4dc510017780e22 ep7-by-raven-leilani-its-complicated full 2 2 Would you move in with your sort of lover’s wife and adopted child while he’s away? In the heart of white suburbia no less? Cause Edie did.

Join us as we unpack the complexities of desire, race, and belonging in Raven Leilani's electrifying debut novel, Luster.

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]]> Would you move in with your sort of lover’s wife and adopted child while he’s away? In the heart of white suburbia no less? Cause Edie did.

Join us as we unpack the complexities of desire, race, and belonging in Raven Leilani's electrifying debut novel, Luster.

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]]> <![CDATA[Ep.6 Bridget Jones's Diary, by Helen Fielding | It's Complicated]]> Sun, 10 Mar 2024 19:14:01 GMT 1:24:04 65ee04af86967e0017d0b2fa true https://shows.acast.com/readersalsoenjoyed/episodes/ep6s2-bridget-joness-diary-by-helen-fielding-its-complicated 65ee04af86967e0017d0b2fa 65c0d722b4dc510017780e22 ep6s2-bridget-joness-diary-by-helen-fielding-its-complicated full 2 1

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]]> Ep.5 The Little Mermaid, by Hans Christian Anderson | Mermaids, Mortals and Too Deep Waters (Bonus Episode) Ep.5 The Little Mermaid, by Hans Christian Anderson | Mermaids, Mortals and Too Deep Waters (Bonus Episode) Sun, 03 Mar 2024 13:30:13 GMT 40:21 65e46c43cedd730017d52234 true https://shows.acast.com/readersalsoenjoyed/episodes/ep5-the-little-mermaid-by-hans-christian-anderson-mermaids-m 65e46c43cedd730017d52234 65c0d722b4dc510017780e22 ep5-the-little-mermaid-by-hans-christian-anderson-mermaids-m full 1 5

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]]> Ep.4 The Salt Grows Heavy, by Cassandra Khaw | Mermaids, Mortals and Too Deep Waters Ep.4 The Salt Grows Heavy, by Cassandra Khaw | Mermaids, Mortals and Too Deep Waters Sun, 25 Feb 2024 13:31:50 GMT 59:43 65db4146dc02e00016752c60 true https://shows.acast.com/readersalsoenjoyed/episodes/ep4-the-salt-grows-heavy-by-cassandra-khaw-mermaids-mortals- 65db4146dc02e00016752c60 65c0d722b4dc510017780e22 ep4-the-salt-grows-heavy-by-cassandra-khaw-mermaids-mortals- full 1 4 This book really said, “I am what I am,” then kick punched us and walked away.


Join us this week as we discuss a world where cult leaders bring you back from the dead (in pieces), a plague doctor seeks revenge and a mermaid unleashes her daughters on the kingdom that cut out her tongue. 

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]]> This book really said, “I am what I am,” then kick punched us and walked away.


Join us this week as we discuss a world where cult leaders bring you back from the dead (in pieces), a plague doctor seeks revenge and a mermaid unleashes her daughters on the kingdom that cut out her tongue. 

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]]> Ep.3 Into the Drowning Deep, by Mira Grant | Mermaids, Mortals and Too Deep Waters Ep.3 Into the Drowning Deep, by Mira Grant | Mermaids, Mortals and Too Deep Waters Sun, 18 Feb 2024 11:56:33 GMT 1:08:14 65d1efdefff0170016c6edfc true https://shows.acast.com/readersalsoenjoyed/episodes/ep3-into-the-drowning-deep-by-mira-grant-mermaids-mortals-an 65d1efdefff0170016c6edfc 65c0d722b4dc510017780e22 ep3-into-the-drowning-deep-by-mira-grant-mermaids-mortals-an full 1 3

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]]> Ep.2 The Deep, by Rivers Solomon | Mermaids, Mortals and Too Deep Waters Ep.2 The Deep, by Rivers Solomon | Mermaids, Mortals and Too Deep Waters Sun, 11 Feb 2024 15:11:48 GMT 1:01:38 65c8e3b46a17ef0017f3a759 true https://shows.acast.com/readersalsoenjoyed/episodes/65c8e3b46a17ef0017f3a759 65c8e3b46a17ef0017f3a759 65c0d722b4dc510017780e22 full 1 2 Does your past haunt you? Well, the main character of 'The Deep' by River Solomon is haunted by all of the past that ever was.


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]]> Does your past haunt you? Well, the main character of 'The Deep' by River Solomon is haunted by all of the past that ever was.


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]]> Ep.1 The Pisces, by Melissa Broder | Mermaids, Mortals and Too Deep Waters Ep.1 The Pisces, by Melissa Broder | Mermaids, Mortals and Too Deep Waters Mon, 05 Feb 2024 19:37:37 GMT 1:35:03 65c139017cca920016823f07 true https://shows.acast.com/readersalsoenjoyed/episodes/the-pisces-by-melissa-broder-mermaids-mortals-and-too-deep-w 65c139017cca920016823f07 65c0d722b4dc510017780e22 the-pisces-by-melissa-broder-mermaids-mortals-and-too-deep-w full 1 1 Secretly craving male validation, but also ready to hit pause on the dating apps? This book will give you the last push to send you over the edge!

Join us this week as we discuss Melissa Broder's 'The Pisces', where male validation equals death by drowning.

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]]> Secretly craving male validation, but also ready to hit pause on the dating apps? This book will give you the last push to send you over the edge!

Join us this week as we discuss Melissa Broder's 'The Pisces', where male validation equals death by drowning.

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