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 267: Lush, beautiful, and a pleasure to read
Ep 266: Ask Anne Anything: Re-reads, reviews, and recommendation regrets
Ep 265: 10 questions to ask yourself about your reading life
Ep 264: Compulsively readable literary fiction
Ep 263: It's okay to quit reading
Ep 262: Books that deliver a little depth, a little distraction
Ep 261: Huggable comfort reads for a cozy reading season
Ep 260: A little free library with a life of its own
Ep 259: The formula for a 5-star read
Ep 257: Let’s build your holiday book list
Ep 256: The perks and pitfalls of omnivorous reading
Ep 255: Spine-tingling reads for a confirmed scaredy-cat
Ep 254: A plethora of political(ish) book recs
Ep 253: A whole bunch of book recs, from our team of readers to you
Ep 252: Books that send you racing to Google
Ep 251: I love books and books love me back
Ep 250: I want a book that reads like a love letter
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