Bonus Episode: The Books that Shaped Us! (Podcasthon 2026)

Every month we think we’ve evolved as readers… and then we remember where it all started. In this bonus episode, we’re diving into our reader origin stories—the chaotic, cozy, and occasionally questionable books that shaped us. We’re talking what kind of readers we were (horse girl? fantasy escape artist? reluctant reader turned obsessive?), the books we couldn’t put down, and the read alouds that still live rent-free in our brains. Expect nostalgia, a little roasting of our former selves, and probably a few “oh wow, that explains a lot” moments.

This episode is part of Podcasthon 2026 and is supporting Dolly Parton's Imagination Library! Check out Podcasthon's website to see what everyone is talking about this month and visit The Imagination Library for more about the amzing work they are doing!