Reading for pure escapism means something different for every reader. Some of us turn to puzzle-like mysteries, some of us immerse ourselves in fantastical worlds. Today’s guest stays away from doom scrolling by reading lots and lots and lots of romance. “Recovering English major” Jenna Lowenstein still enjoys the occasional literary fiction read, but these days she’s picking up the books she wants to read instead of forcing the books she feels like she should read. From spicy romance novels to thrillers with deep themes, books help Jenna set aside her high-pressure job in politics and engage with the world ...without looking at her news app.
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Ep 344: Our team's favorite summer reads
Ep 343: No shame in our book game
Ep 342: Everyday reading magic
Ep 341: Growing up bookish: your favorite reading memories
Ep 340: The secret life of an audiobook narrator w/ Julia Whelan
Ep 339: I'm not that reader anymore
Ep 338: This episode is Overdue
Ep 337: TBR solutions for an extreme mood reader
Ep 336: Find your audiobook formula
Ep 335: My best friends are fictional characters
Ep 334: Floundering with fiction no more
Ep 333: Vacation reading
Ep 332: Beach Reads for Book Lovers
Ep 331: Strong sense of summer
Ep 330: Fascinating lives, fascinating stories
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