The Read Carpet Report

This week on the Read Carpet Report, it’s a Pick Party; Jackie and Kirsten talk about the just-announced October 2026 celebrity book club picks. They also go over former celebrity book club pick authors with new releases coming out, as well as adaptation news about Carrie and Verity in the Read Carpet Rundown. Chapters 00:19 – The Read Carpet Rundown 03:50 – Pick Party: October 2026 Celebrity Book Club Picks 18:51 – Former Celebrity Book Club Pick Authors with New October Releases 24:58 – The Bookmark 27:56 – Reader Question The Read Carpet Rundown (00:19) This week’s Read Carpet Rundown has a spooky season twist with creepy book adaptation news about Colleen Hoover’s Verity (starring Anne Hathaway, Josh Hartnett, and Dakota Johnson) and Stephen King’s Carrie, which is coming out on Prime Video. List of Colleen Hoover Books in Order & Ranked Thriller Horror Books Pick Party: October 2026 Celebrity Book Club Picks (03:50) Jackie and Kirsten go club-by-club through every celebrity book club’s October pick.…

This week on the Read Carpet Report, Jackie and Kirsten talk about museum books. In the Read Carpet Rundown, they discuss The Love Hypothesis, which is headed to Prime, and they’ve got the latest on Practical Magic 2. For the Plot Twist, they pick four books that will bring the museums and galleries into your home. They are also joined by author Elise Hooper to talk about her book, The Library of Lost Dollhouses. Chapters 00:00 - Introduction 00:23 - Read Carpet Rundown 04:31 - Plot Twist: Museum Books 16:55 - Interview with Elise Hooper, Author of The Library of Lost Dollhouses 25:02 - Bookmark 31:45 - Reader Question The Read Carpet Rundown (00:23) Jackie and Kirsten cannot wait for the Prime release of The Love Hypothesis. Practical Magic 2 has hit movie theaters with a bang, and they cannot wait to see it! Books Like the Love Hypothesis Practical Magic Books in Order Plot Twist: Museum Books(04:31) The October prompt for the Beyond the Bookends book club is to read a museum book. In these books, the…

Oprah's Book Club has been running since 1996 — this week Jackie & Kirsten rank their favorite (and most controversial) Oprah picks, plus two book-to-movie adaptations hit theaters on September 11: Practical Magic 2 and Sense & Sensibility. Join the Book Club to discuss this month's pick with Jennifer: https://www.beyondthebookends.com/beyond-the-bookends-book-club-memberships/ CHAPTERS 00:00 The Read Carpet Rundown 04:04 Deep Dive: The Best Oprah Book Club Picks 32:53 The Bookmark: The Pirate Queen by Ariel Lawhon 35:16 Reader Question: Favorite Books Set in a Museum THE READ CARPET RUNDOWN Two book adaptations hit theaters on September 11 — Practical Magic 2 (Sandra Bullock, Nicole Kidman) and Sense & Sensibility (Daisy Edgar-Jones, Caitriona Balfe, Fiona Shaw). - Books Like Pride and Prejudice - Jane Austen Retellings - Practical Magic Books in Order - The Best Witch Books DEEP DIVE: THE BEST OPRAH BOOK CLUB PICKS Jackie and Kirsten pick their all-time favorite reads from Oprah's Book Club, plus the most…

Jackie and Kirsten go book club by book club through the September 2026 celebrity book club picks, plus a bookish Broadway casting surprise, a tribute to Dolly Parton's extraordinary legacy, and a surprise announcement of the Beyond the Bookends November 2026 book club pick. 📚 Join the Beyond the Bookends Book Club: https://www.beyondthebookends.com/beyond-the-bookends-book-club-memberships/ In This Episode The Read Carpet Rundown Book news from the first week in September, including Rupert Grint playing adult Ron Weasley in the Broadway production of Harry Potter and the Cursed Child, and remembering the great Dolly Parton and her incredible contribution to childhood literacy through the Imagination Library. Pick Party: September 2026 Celebrity Book Club Picks Jackie and Kirsten go club by club through the September celebrity book club picks, sharing the books they have read, the ones they are excited to read, and what you need to know before choosing your next book. 📖 September Celebrity Book Club…

This week on the Read Carpet Report, Jackie and Kirsten talk about novels about teachers. In the Read Carpet Rundown, they talk about the adaptation of Dolly All the Time, Tom Hanks' involvement with a Theo of Golden, and Emily Wilson's thoughts on the movie The Odyssey. Jackie and Kirsten talk about their favorite teacher novels, as well as their pick for the September Beyond the Bookends Book Club Book. The Bookmark this week is Falling for Peachtree Bluff by Kristy Woodson Harvey. You can check out their interview with her on IG! Takeaways The Read Carpet Rundown Theo of Golden Movie News Theo of Golden Summary, Theo of Golden Book Club Questions Dolly All the Time Adaptation News Annabel Monaghan Books Odyssey Controversy Greek Mythology Retellings Plot Twist: Teacher Novels Best Novels About Teachers Beyond the Bookends Book Club The Bookmark: Falling for Peachtree Bluff by Kristy Woodson Harvey Cozy Fall Books Interview with Kristy Woodson Harvey The Reader Question: What are your predictions for the…

This week on the Read Carpet Report, Jackie and Kirsten talk about multiple authors with celebrity book club crossovers. In the Read Carpet Rundown, they talk about the new season of Reacher, the Verity trailer, the two new books in the ACOTAR series, and Carley Fortune's new adaptation set in Prince Edward Island. Takeaways The Read Carpet Rundown New Season of Reacher Verity Trailer List of Colleen Hoover Books in Order & Ranked The Odyssey Review Kirsten’s Favorite Books Two New Books in the ACOTAR Series A Court of Thorns and Roses Books in Order Fall 2026 Reading Challenge Carley Fortune's New Adaptation Carley Fortune Books Deep Dive: Authors with Celebrity Book Club Crossovers Authors Chosen by Multiple Celebrity Book Clubs Must-Read Books About the Holocaust Taylor Jenkins Reid Books Ranked The Bookmark: Immortal Rose by Alexandra Bracken Perfume Fiction Books The Reader Question: What is your favorite book about a teacher? Best Novels About Teachers The Books We Discussed Shop for every book or…

Read Carpet Report Show Notes Episode 24 (The Best Tropical Location Novels) This episode opens with a discussion about the Emmy nominees that are book adaptations. Then, after a brief discussion of Twilight's impact on the movie adaptation business, the episode shifts into a fun discussion on tropical location novels. The conversation covers a range of book genres and themes, before a guest interview featuring Juliet Faithfull and her novel, Liar's Dice, which is set in Rio. It ends with a hysterical Bookmark about a royal nonfiction book and the reader question. Takeaways The Read Carpet Rundown Emmy Nominees that are book adaptations Slow Horses, All Her Fault Margot's Got Money Troubles Best Books for Book Clubs Bridgerton Julia Quinn’s Bridgerton Books in Order Remarkably Bright Creatures Remarkably Bright Creatures Summary and Review People We Meet on Vacation Emily Henry Books Ranked Twilight's Impact on Cinema Twilight Books in Order: The Best Guide to the Twilight Saga Plot Twist: Tropical Location…

Read Carpet Report Show Notes Episode #23 (August 2026 Celebrity Book Club Picks ) This week on the Read Carpet Report, Jackie and Kirsten talk about all the book news from July, including the new TJR and Emily Henry's collab with Print Fresh. This episode is a pick party where they discuss the August 2026 celebrity book club picks. They also discuss the previous celebrity book club authors with new books releasing this month and tease the book club pick for August. Takeaways The Read Carpet Rundown Harlan Coben's I Will Find You Emily Henry's Print Fresh Collab Helpless by Jessica Knoll Best Thriller Books of 2026 Fake Skating by Lynn Painter Complete Good Morning America Book Club Books New Taylor Jenkins Reid Taylor Jenkins Reid Books in Order Pick Party: August 2026 Celebrity Book Club Picks August 2026 Celebrity Book Club Spoilers August 2026 Book Releases The Bookmark: The Seekers of Deer Creek by Thao Thai Novels About Art The Reader Question: What are your favorite novels set in a Tropical Location?…

This week on the Read Carpet Report, Jackie and Kirsten take a deep dive into the best GMA Book Club picks. They talk about each of their favorite books as well as viewer favorites. They also cover what is new on the READ carpet with upcoming book adaptations. Takeaways The Read Carpet Rundown Heartstopper The Odyssey Literary Classics Deep Dive: The Best GMA Book Club picks. The Best Good Morning America Books Complete Good Morning America Book Club List The Bookmark: Dominion by Jean Kwok The Best Books Like Fourth Wing The Reader Question: What are your favorite books set in a tropical location? Books Set in Tropical Locations The Books We Discussed Shop for every book or product we discussed in this episode here: https://shopmy.us/shop/collections/6394276 Chapters 00:20 Read Carpet Rundown 06:24 GMA Book Club History 10:30 Our Favorite GMA Book Club Picks 25:43 Your Favorite GMA Book Club Picks 27:58 The Bookmark

This week on the Read Carpet Report, Jackie and Kirsten talk about adaptations coming to TV. They talk about Five Star Weekend, Lucky, and Little House on the Prairie. They also talk about a special literary guest who attended THE celebrity wedding of the year. This episode is a pick party where they discuss the July 2026 celebrity book club picks. They also discuss the previous celebrity book club authors with new books releasing this month. Takeaways The Read Carpet Rundown Jenny Han at THE Wedding! Best YA Romance Books Five Star Weekend by Elin Hilderbrand - July 9 on Peacock Little House on the Prairie reboot on Netflix on July 9 Lucky by Marissa Stampley- Apple TV July 15 Pick Party: July 2026 Celebrity Book Club Picks July 2026 Celebrity Book Club Spoilers The Bookmark: Thornbird by E. Kennedy YA Thriller Books Off-Campus Series Order The Reader Question: What are your favorite GMA Book Club Picks Complete Good Morning America Book Club Books The Books We Discussed Shop for every book or product we…

In this episode of the Read Carpet Report, Jackie and Kirsten are talking about the best novels set in Maine. In the Read Carpet Rundown, they talk about the upcoming romance novel adaptations they are most looking forward to watching. This week's episode is a plot twist. They talk about the book selection for the Beyond the Bookends Book Club (Liberty Island by Virginia Hume) as well as the adult summer reading challenge. The bookmark this week is Payback by Elizabeth Rose Quinn. Takeaways The Read Carpet Rundown Enola Holmes Mystery Books for Kids Bridgerton's Next Season Julia Quinn’s Bridgerton Books in Order Elsie Silver Books In a Holidaze Best Christmas Books of All Time Charm Offensive Reality TV Novels Plot Twist: Novels Set in Maine Novels Set in Maine Beyond the Bookends Book Club Adult Summer Reading Challenge Annual Reading Challenge The Bookmark: Payback by Elizabeth Rose Quinn Christmas Mystery Books The Reader Question: What are your predictions for the July 2026 Celebrity Book Club Picks?…

This week on the Read Carpet Report, Jackie and Kirsten talk about the upcoming book adaptations coming to television. Sweet Magnolias is starting season 5, and Meet Me in the Margins by Melissa Ferguson is coming to Great American Family. In the main segment this week, Jackie and Kirsten talk about some great picks from their list of ultimate beach reads. This is a post that breaks down hundreds of books to choose the best beach books of the season. They talk about two books from each genre. Takeaways The Read Carpet Rundown Sweet Magnolias is starting season 5 Meet Me in the Margins by Melissa Ferguson is coming to Great American Family Deep Dive: Best Beach Books of 2026 Ultimate Beach Reads 2026 Episode 10 - House of Hidden Letters Episode 15 - Our Perfect Storm Episode 12 - Into the Blue, Escape Game Episode 8 - Magic & Mischief at the Wayside Hotel Episode 3 - Strangers Back List Picks Best Beach Reads 2025 Best Beach Reads 2024 Beach Reads 2023 Beach Reads 2022 The Books We Discussed Shop for every…

This week on the Read Carpet Report, Jackie and Kirsten talk about Cape Fear coming to Apple TV on June 5th and Every Summer After coming to Amazon Prime on June 10th. They also talk about the celebrity book club picks for June 2026. In addition, they have a list of previous celebrity book club authors with new books coming out in June. Takeaways The Read Carpet Rundown Cape Fear on Apple TV Every Summer After on Amazon Prime Carley Fortune Books Pick Party: June 2026 Celebrity Book Club Picks June 2026 Celebrity Book Club Spoilers More Former Celebrity Book Club Author New Releases June 2026 Book Releases Summary of Whistler by Ann Patchett Whistler Book Club Questions The Bookmark: Alan Opts Out Best Family Drama Books The Reader Question: What beach reads are you looking forward to reading? The Books We Discussed Shop for every book or product we discussed in this episode here: https://shopmy.us/shop/collections/5591286 Chapters 00:37 - Read Carpet Rundown 03:33 - June 2026 Celebrity Book Club Picks 15:04…

Read Carpet Report Show Notes Episode 17 (The Best Family Inheritance Books) This week on the Read Carpet Report, Jackie and Kirsten talk about the best family inheritance books and why this plot device is such a fun one to read about! Then, they give recommendations for their favorite family inheritance stories from various genres. Before that, Kirsten gives her review of season 1 of Off-Campus - it's a steamy adaptation that's true to the book series. Jackie gives an update on one of her favorite book series getting a green light for production. Takeaways The Read Carpet Rundown Off Campus Review Books like the Off Campus Series Good Girl's Guide to Murder Season 2 Fourth Wing Update Fourth Wing Series in Order Guide to Fourth Wing Characters Fourth Wing Theories Plot Twist: Family Inheritance Novels Family Inheritance Novels Beyond the Bookends Book Club Adult Summer Reading Challenge Annual Reading Challenge The Bookmark: Dolly All the Time by Annabel Monaghan Annabel Monaghan Books The Reader Question:…

This week's episode delves into the best books from the Queen's Reading Room. What was once a book club is now a charity. Jackie and Kirsten talk about their favorite books along with crowd favorites. Prior to the main discussion, in the Read Carpet Rundown, a discussion of the adaptation of Remarkably Bright Creatures and the comparison between the book and movie versions occurs, along with reviews of The Devil Wears Prada 2. The show concludes with this week's book recommendation, Make Believe by Mac Barnett. Takeaways The Read Carpet Rundown Remarkably Bright Creatures Review Remarkably Bright Creatures Summary and Review Remarkably Bright Creatures Book Club Questions and Discussion Guide The Devil Wears Prada 2 Review Novels About Fashion Five Star Weekend Trailer Discussion Friendship Books The Best The Queen's Reading Room Book Club Picks The Best Queen Camilla Book Club Books Queen Camilla’s Book Club: Complete List Discussion of Louise Penny Louise Penny Characters Summary of The Grey Wolf by Louise…

This episode covers a range of book-related topics, including exciting book news about upcoming book adaptations for Lord of the Flies, Remarkably Bright Creatures, and The Off-Campus series. The Queen's recent trip to New York and her visit with Jenna Bush Hager are also covered. The conversation also highlights the mismatch between the May 2026 celebrity book club selections and the current season of the year, as the picks feel more appropriate for fall. Additionally, the episode features a book review of 'Our Perfect Storm' by Carly Fortune. Takeaways The Read Carpet Rundown Lord of the Flies is on Netflix Remarkably Bright Creatures is on Netflix Ultimate List of Feel-Good Books Remarkably Bright Creatures Summary and Review Remarkably Bright Creatures Book Club Questions and Discussion Guide Off-Campus Series Sizzling College Romance Books Queen Camilla came to NYC See the Interview Pick Party: May 2026 Celebrity Book Club Picks May 2026 Celebrity Book Club Spoilers The Bookmark: Our Perfect Storm by…

This episode opens with a quick reminder about the upcoming Devil Wears Prada sequel, followed by discussions on Oprah's dinner party and Reese's controversial AI video. The conversation delves into the pros and cons of AI, its impact on jobs and creativity, and the need to learn to use it responsibly. The environmental impact of AI is highlighted, leading to a nuanced discussion on the topic. The episode concludes with a shift to a fun discussion on road trip books. The conversation covers a range of book genres and themes, including misleading book titles, real-life road trips, unique road trip stories, and some birthday banter. It ends with The Bookmark and the reader question. Takeaways The Read Carpet Rundown The Devil Wears Prada Adaptation Novels About Fashion Oprah's Dinner Party Reese's AI Controversy Plot Twist: Road Trip Novels Books About Road Trips Beyond the Bookends Book Club Adult Summer Reading Challenge Annual Reading Challenge The Bookmark: The Island Club by Nicola Harrison April 2026…

This week's episode delves into the best Read with Jenna book club books of all time. The hosts discuss under-reviewed book selections and provide an overview of the Read with Jenna book club, along with their favorite book club picks from her choices. A discussion comparing her Thousand Voices imprint selections to her Read with Jenna book club picks also takes place. The conversation also explores the new Reese Witherspoon candle line, an upcoming animated book adaptation, and the casting announcement for The Husbands. Takeaways The Read Carpet Rundown Reese's Yankee Candle Company Partnership House in the Cerulean Sea Animated Series Best Feel-Good Reads The Husbands Casting Announcement Beach Reads 2024 The Best Read with Jenna Book Club Picks The Best Read with Jenna Books Read with Jenna Book Club List The Bookmark: Go Gentle by Maria Semple Oprah Book Club List 2026 Reader Question: What is your favorite r Books About Road Trips Books We Discussed Shop for every book or product we discussed in this…

This episode covers the April 2026 celebrity book club picks, 3 upcoming book adaptations, and some backlist book recommendations. It delves into specific book title picks, their premises, and Jackie and Kirsten's opinions of each. The discussion also highlights April's new releases coming out from former celebrity book club authors. We also recommend two books in The Bookmark and ask readers to tell us their favorite Read with Jenna picks of all time! Takeaways The Read Carpet Rundown Upcoming Book Adaptations include The Minature Wife on Peacock Margot's Got Money Troubles on Apple TV Best New Fiction Books of 2024 The Testaments on Hulu The April Celebrity Book Club Picks April 2026 Celebrity Book Club Spoilers More Former Celebrity Book Club Author New Releases April 2026 Book Releases The Bookmark: The Fine Print by Lauren Asher & The Escape Game by Marisa Meyer and Tamara Ross Reader Question: What is your favorite Read with Jenna book club pick? The Books We Discussed Shop for every book or product we…

This episode covers book adaptation casting news, and includes a discussion of the best children's TV shows. It also delves into the author Alli Hoff Kosik's career before publishing her debut novel, Too Blessed to Stress. The conversation with Alli covers a range of topics, including influencer culture, her writing process, and the themes of her book. The discussion also delves into the portrayal of influencer culture and the balance between light and heavy themes in writing. The episode concludes with The Bookmark Pick, No Matter What by Cara Bastone. Takeaways The Read Carpet Report For Kids: The Magic Faraway Tree and Pout-Pout Fish are in theathers Best Books for 5-year-olds For Adults: Discussion of upcoming adaptations of The Correspondent, Finlay Donovan is Killing it, and God of the Woods Best Epistolary Novels Best Cozy Mystery Books Books Set in the 70s Interview with Alli Hoff Kosik, author of Too Blessed to Stress, on her pre-writing career, what it's like to write multi-POV fiction, and having…

The Red Carpet Report hosts discuss upcoming book club events, an upcoming PBS adaptation, and the plot twist segment featuring grief novels. The conversation delves into the themes of grief and romance in literature, discussing the emotional impact of stories that deal with loss and love. Rosie Storey appears as a guest and talks about the writing process and the inspiration behind the book ‘Dandelion is Dead’. The episode also includes discussions about upcoming author interviews and book club picks. Takeaways The Read Carpet Report The Count of Monte Cristo is coming to PBS, Project Hail Mary is releasing this weekend, and Hamnet‘s big Oscar win. Best Classic Novels The Best Queen Camilla Book Club Books Plot Twist: April 2026 Reading Challenge – Novels About Grief 2026 Reading Challenge Novels about Grief Romance Novels About Grief April Beyond the Bookends Book Club Pick: One Hundred Years of Lenni and Margot by Marianne Cronin Beyond the Bookends Book Club April Public Book Club Pick: Dandelion is Dead…

This episode begins with Kirsten and Jackie talking about book adaptation news about Tomorrow, Tomorrow, and Tomorrow, and Reminders of Him, and then a review of Netflix's Vladmir. The main segment is a deep dive into the intersection of Gilmore Girls and celebrity book clubs, with an introduction to Friday Night Readers and a discussion on celebrity book club picks for Rory Gilmore and friends. The episode concludes with the Bookmark pick and a question for listeners about their favorite grief novels. Takeaways The Read Carpet Report Tomorrow x 3, Vladimir, and Reminders of Him adaptations are discussed. Find reviews and more info on these stories here: Books About Women in STEM Best Novels About Teachers List of Colleen Hoover Books in Order & Ranked Deep Dive into Gilmore Girls Celebrity Book Club Favorites Friday Night Readers Substack The Bookmark: The Book Witch by Meg Shaffer April 2026 Book Releases Books We Discussed Shop for every book or product we discussed in this episode here:…

This episode covers the March celebrity book club picks and exciting new book releases from former celebrity book club authors. It also includes discussions on Outlander, Netflix's Vladimir, Bridgerton, Beach Read by Emily Henry, and more. The hosts also share their excitement for upcoming releases and adaptations, making it a must-listen for book enthusiasts. Takeaways The Read Carpet Report Outlander, Vladimir, Bridgerton, and Beach Read Adaptations are discussed. Find reviews and more info on these stories here: Outlander Books in Order Best Novels About Teachers Julia Quinn’s Bridgerton Books in Order Emily Henry Books in Order Celebrity book club picks for March March 2026 Celebrity Book Club Spoilers Beyond the Bookends Book Club Discussion of Wait for Me by Amy Jo Burns Wait for Me Book Club Questions Summary of Wait for Me by Amy Jo Burns New book releases from former celebrity book club authors March 2026 Book Releases Alice Hoffman Books in Order Novels Set in Egypt The Bookmark: Magic and Mischief…

This week's episode covers the excitement around the release of The Last Thing He Told Me and the adaptations of Jennifer Weiner's The Griffin Sisters. It also delves into the benefits of middle grade fiction and the use of audiobooks for young readers. Takeaways Read Carpet Rundown Last Thing He Told Me Season 2 January 2026 Reese Witherspoon Book Club Pick The Griffin Sister's Greatest Hits Adaptation Novels About Musicians The Plot Twist: The Best Middle Grade Historical Fiction The use of audiobooks for middle grade fiction can enhance language abilities in young readers Jackie and Kirsten's favorite middle grade histfic Historical Fiction for Middle Schoolers Mention of how childhood classics are similar to adult reads Adult Versions of Favorite Childhood Novels March Book Club Pick Not Nothing by Gayle Forman - Beyond the Bookends Book Club The Bookmark Agnes Aubert’s Mystical Cat Shelter by Heather Fawcett Cozy Books The Books We Discussed Shop every book in this episode here:…

The episode covers a review of the Wuthering Heights movie, including its cinematography, reimagining, and impact on the audience. It also delves into Reese's Book Club. Kirsten and Jackie share their top 10 picks from the book club. The conversation also covers Reese's book club underrated book recommendations, 'The Nightingale' filming news, winking, and the book recommendation of the week - 'So I Met This Guy' by Alexander Potter. Takeaways Nightingale Movie starts filming soon Wuthering Heights is not like the Book The Best Reese Witherspoon Books 25 Best Reese Picks Reese Witherspoon Book Club Complete List Underrated book recommendations The Bookmark featuring So I Met This Guy by Alexander Potter February 2026 New Book Releases Every Book We Discussed Shop every book in this episode here: https://shopmy.us/collections/3923769 Chapters 01:09 Read Carpet Report 8:24 The Best Reese Witherspoon Book Club Picks 26:13 The Bookmark

The conversation covers news about Ariel Lawhon's upcoming adaptation, reviews of 3 recently released adaptations, and an analysis of the February 2026 Celebrity Book Club Picks for Reese, Jenna, and GMA. Takeaways Read Carpet Report Frozen River Adaptation News Reviews of Bridgerton, Heated Rivalry, & Finding Her Edge Books Like Bridgerton Bridgerton Books in Order Katie Couric Book Club Update Theo of Golden Book Club Questions Theo of Golden Summary February 2026 Celebrity Book Club Picks The Bookmark: Laws of Love and Logic by Debra Curtis Literary Romances Every Book We Discussed Shop every book in this episode here: https://shopmy.us/collections/3824456 Chapters 00:00 Read Carpet Report Ft. Bridgerton, Heated Rivalry, & Finding Her Edge 8:21 Katie Couric's Book Club 16:01 February 2026 Celebrity Book Club Picks Reaction 25:46 The Bookmark: The Laws of Love and Logic Review

The conversation covers a range of topics including celebrity book club picks, book adaptations, and new book releases for February. It delves into specific book titles, predictions for book club picks, and the excitement surrounding upcoming TV shows and book adaptations. Jackie and Kirsten also discuss the potential impact of book club picks on author success and the anticipation of new releases. The conversation covers a range of book club picks, including immigration fiction, lighter fiction choices, family drama and relationships, fantasy and magic, thrillers and suspense, courtroom drama and legal thrillers, heartwarming and emotional picks, and a reader question and conclusion. Takeaways Celebrity book club picks Book adaptations February book releases https://www.beyondthebookends.com/february-2026-book-releases/ https://www.beyondthebookends.com/february-2026-celebrity-book-club-spoilers/ Shop every book we mention here: https://shopmy.us/collections/3762362 Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Celebrity…

Jackie and Kirsten discuss book adaptations, including the adaptation of 'Lucky' by Marissa Stapley and 'The Agatha Christie Seven Dials' series. They then delve into the theme of thrillers and mystery books about writers, exploring the popularity of such books and their adaptations. The conversation concludes with a discussion of their February book club pick, 'The Christie Affair' by Nina De Gramont. Takeaways Percy Jackson, Lucky, and The Seven Dials were discussed Book Adaptations Thrillers and mysteries about writers are popular among book readers. 2026 Reading Challenge Mystery and Thriller Novels About Writers Adaptations of thrillers and mysteries about writers often make it to the big screen and are well-received. February 2026 Beyond the Bookends Book Club pick is 'The Christie Affair' by Nina De Gramont Beyond the Bookends Book Club Memberships February Celebrity Book Club Spoilers The Books We Discussed Shop every book in this episode here: https://shopmy.us/collections/3747984 Chapters 00:00…

In this episode, Jackie and Kirsten discuss the best celebrity book club picks of 2025. They discuss their thoughts on various book selections, including YA picks, and share their personal favorites. Takeaways Book adaptations and award winners Review of The People We Met on Vacation and His & Hers Adaptation Discussion of 2025 Celebrity Book Club Picks Reese's Book Club GMA Book Club 2025 Oprah Book Club 2025 Read with Jenna Book Club 2025 Beyond the Bookends Book Club They highlight The Fourth Princess by Jamie Chang in this week's Bookmark Next week will cover the 2026 Reading Challenge prompt for Mystery and Thriller Books about Writers. The Books We Discussed Shop book from this episode here: https://shopmy.us/collections/3747982 Chapters 00:00 Red Carpet Rundown and Awards 12:03 Stephen Colbert's Book Pick 22:51 GMA Book Club Picks 29:04 Book Club Picks and YA Selections 36:11 Best Books of 2025 and Personal Favorites 49:16 Upcoming Reading Challenges and Recommendations

In this episode of The Read Carpet Report, hosts Kirsten and Jackie celebrate their nine-year partnership and dive into the world of celebrity book clubs and adaptations. They discuss the latest adaptations coming to Netflix, a new celebrity book club, and the January 2026 picks from the big 5 book clubs. The conversation also touches on the dynamics between Oprah and Reese’s book announcements, the importance of spoilers, and their personal book recommendations. Takeaways The hosts celebrate their nine-year partnership in the book world as Beyond the Bookends * Celebrity book clubs are becoming increasingly popular, with new clubs emerging. * Adaptations of popular books are a major focus for Netflix this January. - His & Hers by Alice Feeney - https://www.beyondthebookends.com/alice-feeney-books-in-order-and-ranked/ - People We Meet on Vacation by Emily Henry- https://www.beyondthebookends.com/emily-henry-books-ranked/ * Katie Couric's new book club pick has generated excitement among readers. - Top 20…