Book Reccos: Between the Pages

Book Reccos

We're Jess and Lauren, the pals behind the Instagram account @bookreccos, this is the podcast where we chat all things books and everything in between, so tune in for spoiler free discussions!

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S6 · E17
August 26 · 34 min
August 2026 Wrap Up
It's time already forJess and Lauren to share their August wrap up which this month includes their thoughts on a recent Buddy Read of Bella Mackie's latest book & a harrowing expose in The Guardian on Christopher Berry-Dee. Books Mentioned in this episode: Claws Out by Bella Mackie Book Reccos Website, Shop & newsletter: Don't forget to check out our website and checkout the Book Reccos shop to purchase your very own Book Reccos Reading Journal! And whilst you're there sign up to our newsletter to receive a monthly email from us to fill you in on our favourite reccos of the month. Head to www.bookreccos.com Get in Touch: Instagram: @bookreccos Email: hello@bookreccos.com Website: www.bookreccos.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S6 · E16
August 19 · 32 min
I like big books and I cannot lie
Jess and Lauren have both recently read 700-800 page books so today's epsiode they dive into some of those. Books Mentioned in this episode: American Hagwon by Min Jin Lee The Covenant of Water by Abraham Verghese The Hour I First Believed by Wally Lamb Book Reccos Website, Shop & newsletter: Don't forget to check out our website and checkout the Book Reccos shop to purchase your very own Book Reccos Reading Journal! And whilst you're there sign up to our newsletter to receive a monthly email from us to fill you in on our favourite reccos of the month. Head to www.bookreccos.com Get in Touch: Instagram: @bookreccos Email: hello@bookreccos.com Website: www.bookreccos.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S6 · E15
August 12 · 27 min
What's publishing in Autumn 2026
Autumn 2026 is set to be a great quarter for new releases, so as always, Jess and Lauren use this episode to share their initial thoughts based on synopsis, book cover and author alone! Books Mentioned in this episode: American Hagwon by Min Jin Lee Peck & Peck by Bonnie Garmus Taipei Story by R.F. Kuang Sophie, Standing There by Meg Mason We Chase Shadows by Richard Osman Book Reccos Website, Shop & newsletter: Don't forget to check out our website and checkout the Book Reccos shop to purchase your very own Book Reccos Reading Journal! And whilst you're there sign up to our newsletter to receive a monthly email from us to fill you in on our favourite reccos of the month. Head to www.bookreccos.com Get in Touch: Instagram: @bookreccos Email: hello@bookreccos.com Website: www.bookreccos.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S6 · E14
August 5 · 39 min
July Wrap Up 2026
Jess and Lauren are BACK from their summer breaks and this episode is bumper packed with everything they got up to, including Jess' Canadian road trip and Lauren's trip to South Wales. Tune in for a full debrief and a couple of book reccos, too! Book Reccos Website, Shop & newsletter: Don't forget to check out our website and checkout the Book Reccos shop to purchase your very own Book Reccos Reading Journal! And whilst you're there sign up to our newsletter to receive a monthly email from us to fill you in on our favourite reccos of the month. Head to www.bookreccos.com Get in Touch: Instagram: @bookreccos Email: hello@bookreccos.com Website: www.bookreccos.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S6 · E13
July 29 · 37 min
ICYMI: Swiftie Eras as Books Part 2
Jess and Lauren are enjoying a summer break, so instead for the month of August they'll be sharing old summer episodes, in case you missed them! Book Reccos Website, Shop & newsletter: Don't forget to check out our website and checkout the Book Reccos shop to purchase your very own Book Reccos Reading Journal! And whilst you're there sign up to our newsletter to receive a monthly email from us to fill you in on our favourite reccos of the month. Head to www.bookreccos.com Get in Touch: Instagram: @bookreccos Email: hello@bookreccos.com Website: www.bookreccos.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S6 · E12
July 22 · 33 min
ICYMI: Swiftie Eras as Books Part 1
Jess and Lauren are enjoying a summer break, so instead for the month of August they'll be sharing old summer episodes, in case you missed them! In celebration of National Writing Day on 24th June, we've been given a unique code providing you with 40% off all of BBC Maestro's writing courses. Use code BOOKRECCOS40 from now until 25th July for 40% off ALL BBC Maestro courses. Whether you're an aspiring writer, looking to expand your business skills, learn a new hobby or work on self-development, this discount gives you a MASSIVE saving! Head to www.https://www.bbcmaestro.com for more info! Book Reccos Website, Shop & newsletter: Don't forget to check out our website and checkout the Book Reccos shop to purchase your very own Book Reccos Reading Journal! And whilst you're there sign up to our newsletter to receive a monthly email from us to fill you in on our favourite reccos of the month. Head to www.bookreccos.com Get in Touch: Instagram: @bookreccos Email: hello@bookreccos.com Website: www.bookreccos.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S6 · E11
July 15 · 30 min
ICYMI: Books of Summer 2022
Before we take a summer break, Jess and Lauren are recapping June plus sharing a little mid-year reading review. Plus, they have an exclusive discount for aspiring writers amongst Book Reccos listeners. In celebration of National Writing Day on 24th June, we've been given a unique code providing you with 40% off all of BBC Maestro's writing courses. Use code BOOKRECCOS40 from now until 25th July for 40% off ALL BBC Maestro courses. Whether you're an aspiring writer, looking to expand your business skills, learn a new hobby or work on self-development, this discount gives you a MASSIVE saving! Head to www.https://www.bbcmaestro.com for more info! Book Reccos Website, Shop & newsletter: Don't forget to check out our website and checkout the Book Reccos shop to purchase your very own Book Reccos Reading Journal! And whilst you're there sign up to our newsletter to receive a monthly email from us to fill you in on our favourite reccos of the month. Head to www.bookreccos.com Get in Touch: Instagram: @bookreccos Email: hello@bookreccos.com Website: www.bookreccos.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S6 · E10
July 8 · 30 min
ICYMI: Love Island but make it Bookish
Jess and Lauren are enjoying a summer break, so instead for the month of August they'll be sharing old summer episodes, in case you missed them! In celebration of National Writing Day on 24th June, we've been given a unique code providing you with 40% off all of BBC Maestro's writing courses. Use code BOOKRECCOS40 from now until 25th July for 40% off ALL BBC Maestro courses. Whether you're an aspiring writer, looking to expand your business skills, learn a new hobby or work on self-development, this discount gives you a MASSIVE saving! Head to www.https://www.bbcmaestro.com for more info! Book Reccos Website, Shop & newsletter: Don't forget to check out our website and checkout the Book Reccos shop to purchase your very own Book Reccos Reading Journal! And whilst you're there sign up to our newsletter to receive a monthly email from us to fill you in on our favourite reccos of the month. Head to www.bookreccos.com Get in Touch: Instagram: @bookreccos Email: hello@bookreccos.com Website: www.bookreccos.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S6 · E9
July 1 · 30 min
ICYMI: Books of Summer 2023
Jess and Lauren are enjoying a summer break, so instead for the month of August they'll be sharing old summer episodes, in case you missed them! As a reminder, we've been given a unique code providing you with 40% off all of BBC Maestro's writing courses. Use code BOOKRECCOS40 from now until 25th July for 40% off ALL BBC Maestro courses. Whether you're an aspiring writer, looking to expand your business skills, learn a new hobby or work on self-development, this discount gives you a MASSIVE saving! Head to www.https://www.bbcmaestro.com for more info! Book Reccos Website, Shop & newsletter: Don't forget to check out our website and checkout the Book Reccos shop to purchase your very own Book Reccos Reading Journal! And whilst you're there sign up to our newsletter to receive a monthly email from us to fill you in on our favourite reccos of the month. Head to www.bookreccos.com Get in Touch: Instagram: @bookreccos Email: hello@bookreccos.com Website: www.bookreccos.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S6 · E8
June 24 · 28 min
June 2026 Wrap Up
Before we take a summer break, Jess and Lauren are recapping June plus sharing a little mid-year reading review. Plus, they have an exclusive discount for aspiring writers amongst Book Reccos listeners. In celebration of National Writing Day on 24th June, we've been given a unique code providing you with 40% off all of BBC Maestro's writing courses. Use code BOOKRECCOS40 from now until 25th July for 40% off ALL BBC Maestro courses. Whether you're an aspiring writer, looking to expand your business skills, learn a new hobby or work on self-development, this discount gives you a MASSIVE saving! Head to www.bbcmaestro.com for more info! Books Mentioned in this episode: Lost Souls Meet Under a Full Moon by Mizuki Tsujimura Theo of Golden by Allen Levi Book Reccos Website, Shop & newsletter: Don't forget to check out our website and checkout the Book Reccos shop to purchase your very own Book Reccos Reading Journal! And whilst you're there sign up to our newsletter to receive a monthly email from us to fill you in on our favourite reccos of the month. Head to www.bookreccos.com Get in Touch: Instagram: @bookreccos Email: hello@bookreccos.com Website: www.bookreccos.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S6 · E7
June 17 · 36 min
Auto-Buy-Author Special: Tayari Jones
Welcome to our first official Auto-Buy-Author Special where we dive into an author whose books we will pick up and read without even reading the blurb. Today's episode is Tayari Jones, in celebration of her publishing a new book in the last few months. Books Mentioned in this episode: American Marriage Silver Sparrow The Untelling Leaving Atlanta Book Reccos Website, Shop & newsletter: Don't forget to check out our website and checkout the Book Reccos shop to purchase your very own Book Reccos Reading Journal! And whilst you're there sign up to our newsletter to receive a monthly email from us to fill you in on our favourite reccos of the month. Head to www.bookreccos.com Get in Touch: Instagram: @bookreccos Email: hello@bookreccos.com Website: www.bookreccos.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S6 · E6
June 10 · 35 min
Women's Prize for Fiction 2026
Ahead of the Women's Prize for Fiction winner being announced tomorrow (11th June), Jess and Lauren share their thoughts on the shortlist and predict who they think the winner will be. Book Reccos Website, Shop & newsletter: Don't forget to check out our website and checkout the Book Reccos shop to purchase your very own Book Reccos Reading Journal! And whilst you're there sign up to our newsletter to receive a monthly email from us to fill you in on our favourite reccos of the month. Head to www.bookreccos.com Get in Touch: Instagram: @bookreccos Email: hello@bookreccos.com Website: www.bookreccos.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S6 · E5
June 3 · 42 min
Books of Summer 2026
Get ready tor a bumper episode where Jess and Lauren share reccos for books which are guaranteed to keep you engrossed on your sun-lounger this summer! Books Mentioned in this episode: Our Perfect Storm by Carley Fortune People in Love by Claire Daverly Five by Ilona Bannister Family Friends by Chloë Ashby Pool House by Mary H.K. Choi Book Reccos Website, Shop & newsletter: Don't forget to check out our website and checkout the Book Reccos shop to purchase your very own Book Reccos Reading Journal! And whilst you're there sign up to our newsletter to receive a monthly email from us to fill you in on our favourite reccos of the month. Head to www.bookreccos.com Get in Touch: Instagram: @bookreccos Email: hello@bookreccos.com Website: www.bookreccos.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S6 · E4
May 27 · 39 min
May 2026 Wrap Up
It's time for another wrap up episode, tune in to find out what what they got up to and read in May, including Patrick Radden Keefe's new book, London Falling which is mind blowing! Books Mentioned in this episode: London Falling by Patrick Radden Keefe Book Reccos Website, Shop & newsletter: Don't forget to check out our website and checkout the Book Reccos shop to purchase your very own Book Reccos Reading Journal! And whilst you're there sign up to our newsletter to receive a monthly email from us to fill you in on our favourite reccos of the month. Head to www.bookreccos.com Get in Touch: Instagram: @bookreccos Email: hello@bookreccos.com Website: www.bookreccos.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S6 · E3
May 20 · 52 min
Shelf Help: Book Reccos for a Break Up
Introducing a new mini-series Shelf Help Book Reccos. Today, Jess and Lauren share reccos for if you - or a friend - are going through a break up, with a month by month book prescription to help you find your confidence again. Book Reccos Website, Shop & newsletter: Don't forget to check out our website and checkout the Book Reccos shop to purchase your very own Book Reccos Reading Journal! And whilst you're there sign up to our newsletter to receive a monthly email from us to fill you in on our favourite reccos of the month. Head to www.bookreccos.com Get in Touch: Instagram: @bookreccos Email: hello@bookreccos.com Website: www.bookreccos.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S6 · E2
May 13 · 29 min
1 Star Book Reviews
Today, Jess and Lauren are pulling up 1-star GoodReads reviews, challenging each other to guess the book, and then coming to its defense — because of course these are some of our favourites. Book Reccos Website, Shop & newsletter: Don't forget to check out our website and checkout the Book Reccos shop to purchase your very own Book Reccos Reading Journal! And whilst you're there sign up to our newsletter to receive a monthly email from us to fill you in on our favourite reccos of the month. Head to www.bookreccos.com Get in Touch: Instagram: @bookreccos Email: hello@bookreccos.com Website: www.bookreccos.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S6 · E1
May 6 · 39 min
6 Years of Book Reccos!
Book Reccos is 6 years old on 1st May 2026, so to celebrate in this special episode, Jess and Lauren take a trip down memory lane to quiz each other on their memories from the past six years. Book Reccos Website, Shop & newsletter: Don't forget to check out our website and checkout the Book Reccos shop to purchase your very own Book Reccos Reading Journal! And whilst you're there sign up to our newsletter to receive a monthly email from us to fill you in on our favourite reccos of the month. Head to www.bookreccos.com Get in Touch: Instagram: @bookreccos Email: hello@bookreccos.com Website: www.bookreccos.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S5 · E34
April 29 · 38 min
April Wrap 2026
It's time for another wrap up episode, tune in to find out what what they got up to and read in April Books Mentioned in this episode: Good People by Patmeena Sabit The Things We Never Say by Elizabeth Strout Book Reccos Website, Shop & newsletter: Don't forget to check out our website and checkout the Book Reccos shop to purchase your very own Book Reccos Reading Journal! And whilst you're there sign up to our newsletter to receive a monthly email from us to fill you in on our favourite reccos of the month. Head to www.bookreccos.com Get in Touch: Instagram: @bookreccos Email: hello@bookreccos.com Website: www.bookreccos.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S5 · E33
April 22 · 36 min
Lost Lambs by Madeline Cash
In today's episode, Jess and Lauren dive into a book that is weird as much as it is wonderful. Books Mentioned in this episode: Lost Lambs by Madeline Cash Book Reccos Website, Shop & newsletter: Don't forget to check out our website and checkout the Book Reccos shop to purchase your very own Book Reccos Reading Journal! And whilst you're there sign up to our newsletter to receive a monthly email from us to fill you in on our favourite reccos of the month. Head to www.bookreccos.com Get in Touch: Instagram: @bookreccos Email: hello@bookreccos.com Website: www.bookreccos.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S5 · E31
April 15 · 36 min
What's Publishing in Spring 2026
Spring is in full swing! So it's time for Jess and Lauren's next instalment of what is publishing in the next few blossom filled months so you can get your TBRs ready. Books Mentioned in this episode: The Name Game by Beth O'Leary The Ending Writes Itself by Evelyn Clarke Honey By Imani Thompson People in Love One by Claire Daverley The Devoted by Catherine Cho Book Reccos Website, Shop & newsletter: Don't forget to check out our website and checkout the Book Reccos shop to purchase your very own Book Reccos Reading Journal! And whilst you're there sign up to our newsletter to receive a monthly email from us to fill you in on our favourite reccos of the month. Head to www.bookreccos.com Get in Touch: Instagram: @bookreccos Email: hello@bookreccos.com Website: www.bookreccos.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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