Lit Society: Books and Drama

Kari Herrera and Alexis Honoria
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Laugh out loud and fall in love again with reading! Thursdays, join life-long friends Kari and Alexis as they use literature to humorously explore pop culture and personal peculiarities. Travel across worlds real and imagined via dramatic readings of their favorite passages. Take a break from your routine with a book club that’s LIT! Find Alexis and Kari on social media @LitSocietyPod and get in on the conversation by using #booksanddrama. Lit Society is independently owned and operated. Support these women by listening on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Soundcloud, YouTube, and LitSocietyPod.com.

  1. 3D AGO

    Two Parts Sugar, One Part Murder by Valerie Burns

    After Maddy Montgomery is left at the altar by her Fiance, M.D., she learns she's inherited her aunt's bakery and decides to start anew in Small Town, Michigan. But not even a week after her move, Maddy finds herself the prime suspect in a real-life murder. Will our designer-label-loving heroine solve the case before her Gucci goose is cooked? Let's get LIT! Links & Resources: Grab your Digital Reading Journal here: ETSY or Patreon Want more bookish fun? Check out our archive of episodes! (www.LITSocietyPod.com) Shop Kari's collection of luxury literary-themed candles at www.lovelitotes.com. Find Alexis and Kari online:  Instagram — www.instagram.com/litsocietypod Bluesky — https://bsky.app/profile/litsocietypod.bsky.social Our website — www.LitSocietyPod.com. Subscribe to emails and get free stuff: http://eepurl.com/gDtWCr.

    1h 13m

  2. APR 10

    Careless People by Sarah Wynn-Williams

    Careless People is a riveting exposé that uncovers how ambition and entitlement at the highest levels of power can erode truth, ethics, and democracy itself. Through gripping storytelling, Sarah Wynn-Williams delivers a chilling reminder of what's lost when idealism gives way to unchecked greed. Let's get LIT! Links & Resources: Grab your Digital Reading Journal here: ETSY or Patreon Want more bookish fun? Check out our archive of episodes! (www.LITSocietyPod.com) Shop Kari's collection of luxury literary-themed candles at www.lovelitotes.com. Find Alexis and Kari online:  Instagram — www.instagram.com/litsocietypod Bluesky — https://bsky.app/profile/litsocietypod.bsky.social Our website — www.LitSocietyPod.com.

    50 min

  3. APR 3

    The Violin Conspiracy: A Novel by Brendan Slocumb

    The Violin Conspiracy is a gripping mystery that explores the power of music, resilience, and the fight for justice in a world that refuses to see his worth.

    1h 17m

  4. MAR 27

    The Shadow of the Wind by Carlos Ruiz Zafón (Part 2)

    As Daniel unravels the tragic end of Julián Carax, he uncovers a heartbreaking love story buried beneath layers of deception, vengeance, and sacrifice.

    24 min

  5. MAR 20

    The Shadow of the Wind by Carlos Ruiz Zafón (Part 1)

    In post-war Barcelona, a young boy named Daniel discovers a mysterious novel, The Shadow of the Wind, only to learn that someone has been systematically destroying every copy of the author's works. As he delves into the book's secrets, Daniel becomes entangled in a dark, decades-old mystery of love, betrayal, and revenge that mirrors the story within the pages. Atmospheric, haunting, and full of twists, Carlos Ruiz Zafón's novel is a captivating ode to literature and its secrets. 00:00 Intro01:30 A Game: WAS THE BOOK BANNED?26:43 Who was Carlos Ruiz Zafón, the author?32:30 A deep dive into the plot of The Shadow of the Wind01:18:10 Dramatic Reading: Javier and His Mother01:20:18 Our verdict on the first half of The Shadow of the Wind This week's book: The Shadow of the Wind The author: Carlos Ruiz Zafón Let's get LIT!   Links & Resources: Grab your Digital Reading Journal here: ETSY or Patreon Want more bookish fun? Check out our archive of episodes! (www.LITSocietyPod.com) Shop Kari's collection of luxury literary-themed candles at www.lovelitotes.com. Find Alexis and Kari online:  Instagram — www.instagram.com/litsocietypod Bluesky — https://bsky.app/profile/litsocietypod.bsky.social Our website — www.LitSocietyPod.com. Subscribe to emails and get free stuff: http://eepurl.com/gDtWCr.

    1h 27m

  6. MAR 13

    The Collected Regrets of Clover by Mikki Brammer

    What’s the point of giving someone a beautiful death if you can’t give yourself a beautiful life? Will Clover learn how to live before it’s too late, and she, too, is full of regrets?

    38 min

  7. MAR 6

    How to Say Babylon by Safiya Sinclair (Season 6 Premiere)

    Under the thumb of a strict Rastafarian upbringing, a young girl carves a path to freedom through resilience and the power of poetry.

    1h 16m

  8. 12/05/2024

    Season Wrap-Up: Our Favorite (and Least Favorite) Reads of the Year!

    Grab your Digital Reading Journal here: ETSY or Patreon. We reflect on another year of incredible (and sometimes not-so-incredible) reads! In this fun and insightful episode, we share our top book picks of the year—stories that captivated our imaginations and stayed with us long after the final page. But it's not all sunshine and roses! We also dive into the books that fell flat, disappointed, or didn't live up to the hype. Spoiler: Not every book is a winner! From thrillers that missed the mark to classics that didn't resonate, we are open and more honest than ever.   But it's not all about the misses! Tune in to hear the stories that swept us off our feet and the lessons we learned along the way. Plus, we discuss trends we noticed this year in our reading habits and what we're looking forward to tackling next season. Highlights from This Episode: What makes a thriller like Falling fail to land for some readers? The surprising ways we connect (or don't) with main characters like Finlay Donovan. Our top book recommendations that are absolutely worth your time! Listener Question: What was your favorite book of the year? Did you read anything you wish you hadn't? Share your thoughts with us on social media using the hashtag #LITSocietyPodcast. Support the Show: Love LIT Society? Don't forget to rate, review, and subscribe! Visit our website for exclusive merch, including our Digital Reading Journal designed by Kari, and follow us on Patreon, Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook @LITSocietyPod. Join the Conversation: What books are you looking forward to next year? Share your TBR list with us, and let's inspire each other to keep reading! Links & Resources: Grab your Digital Reading Journal here: ETSY (https://www.etsy.com/shop/litsocietypod) or Patreon Want more bookish fun? Check out our archive of episodes! (www.LITSocietyPod.com) Thanks for listening, LIT Lovers!

    55 min
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Laugh out loud and fall in love again with reading! Thursdays, join life-long friends Kari and Alexis as they use literature to humorously explore pop culture and personal peculiarities. Travel across worlds real and imagined via dramatic readings of their favorite passages. Take a break from your routine with a book club that’s LIT! Find Alexis and Kari on social media @LitSocietyPod and get in on the conversation by using #booksanddrama. Lit Society is independently owned and operated. Support these women by listening on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Soundcloud, YouTube, and LitSocietyPod.com.

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  • Creator
    Kari Herrera and Alexis Honoria
  • Years Active
    2019 - 2025
  • Episodes
    245
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    Lit Society Podcast LLC ©
  • Show Website
    Lit Society: Books and Drama
  • Provider
    LIT Society Podcast LLC

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