About this podcast
"I'd Read That!" is a biweekly show hosted by Liz and Jerry, all about their love for books. From fantasy to romance, horror to thrillers, they'll be sharing their favorite reads and upcoming book selections. Join in on the fun as they discuss their book-related favorites and offer their thoughts and opinions on their latest reads. With their witty banter and insightful commentary, "I'd Read That!" is the perfect show for anyone who loves to read. So be sure to tune in every two weeks and enjoy some light-hearted book talk with Liz and Jerry.
Episodes
The newest 20 of 84 episodes
- Liztober! Horror Novel Recs| Ep 76 · 41 min · Season 4 Episode 5Happy Liztober! That's right, it's horror season and In this episode, we bring you six thrilling, haunting, and eerie book recommendations to get you into the Halloween spirit…
- Trad Wife Books! | Ep 75 · 50 min · Season 4 Episode 42026 is the year of the trad wife book, and we read three of them. This week we talk about what a trad wife actually is and how three different authors take on influencer…
- NWA Book Fest! | Ep 74 · 42 min · Season 4 Episode 3Welcome to a special on location episode as we visit the 2026 NWA Book Fest in Fayetteville, Arkansas. In just their fourth year, the event has grown significantly and is great…
- Hispanic Heritage Month | Ep 73 · 49 min · Season 4 Episode 2¡Hola Amigos! In this episode we celebrate authors across the Latin American diaspora. From moving memoirs and sharp poetry to vibrant historical romances, this lineup spans…
- Reading Tips & Recs for Busy People | Ep: 72 · 46 min · Season 4 Episode 1Welcome to Season 4, Episode 1! Whether you’re running errands, tackling chores, or juggling a packed schedule, reading doesn't have to take a back seat. This week, we share our…
- Weird Girl Fiction: Unhinged Reads with a Local Bookseller | Ep 71 · 60 min · Season 3 Episode 23What do you call fiction where women are feral, unraveling, or just delightfully off? We're calling it Weird Girl Fiction! In this episode, local independent bookseller Julia…
- Cemetery Boys by Aiden Thomas: Book Club Review | Ep 70 · 38 min · Season 3 Episode 22Yadriel just wants his family's magic to recognize him as the brujo he is — instead, he summons the wrong ghost. This week: the world-building of Cemetery Boys by Aiden Thomas —…
- Villain Archetypes & Enneagram in Fiction | Ep 69 · 52 min · Season 3 Episode 21What makes a villain truly unforgettable? In this episode, we explore the psychology of storytelling by mapping out the most compelling villain archetypes and character tropes in…
- NWA Book Fest Kids!: Local Children's Author Interviews | Bonus Episode · 17 min · Season 3We are broadcasting live from the NWA Book Fest Kids event in Springdale, Arkansas! In this quick bonus episode, we interview a lineup of brilliant local children's authors about…
- Children's Books, Picture Books | Ep 68 · 1 h 16 min · Season 3 Episode 20Welcome to our special Children's Literature Episode! Today we dive deep into the world of picture books, storytelling for kids, and graphic novels. We are joined by two…
- Ep 67: AAPI Month · 45 min · Season 3 Episode 19Hey, hey! In this episode, we’re celebrating AAPI Heritage Month with a few incredible books from Asian American authors. We’re talking fantasy, thrillers, literary fiction, and…
- Ep 66: Mother's Day Episode · 40 minHappy Mother's Day to all you special moms out there! Non-Book Things: Noah Kahan Hacks - Season 5 Books Mentioned: Open Throat by Henry Hoke My Husband's Wife by Alice Feeney…
- Ep 65: If She Writes It, I Read It! · 45 min · Season 3 Episode 17This episode celebrates the "auto-buy" authors; the writers whose names alone are enough to make us hit the pre-order button. Whether it’s sweeping historical drama, sharp-witted…
- Ep 64: Bram Stoker Awards and the Icky Feeling · 39 min · Season 3 Episode 16It’s a horror-heavy episode today. We’re looking at the Bram Stoker nominees, revisiting some classics from the ever-pleasant Stephen Graham Jones, and going deep on Wendy…
- Beautyland by Marie-Helene Bertino: Book Club Discussion | Ep 63 · 59 min · Season 3 Episode 15Welcome to the book club! Today we dive into a full book review and discussion of the bizarre, delightful speculative fiction novel, Beautyland by Marie-Helene Bertino. It's a…
- Ep 62: Reader Resolutions · 34 min · Season 3 Episode 14Set a book number goal this year and already feel behind? That goal might be working against you. In this episode, we're exploring non-numerical reading goals that are…
- Ep 61: 2026 Anticipated Book Releases · 33 min · Season 3 Episode 13In this episode, we’re sharing what we’re excited to read in 2026. It’s a very normal, very balanced list; starting with the horrors of a Japanese home, sliding into the horrors…
- Ep 60: Hockey Romances! It's Heated · 36 min · Season 3 Episode 12Hockey romance didn’t just arrive, it checked us into the boards. We’re breaking down Heated Rivalry, the rivals-to-lovers obsession on ice, and our favorite read-alikes to try…
- Ep 59: Genre Storytelling- Author Interviews w/ John Hornor Jacobs & Marina Lostetter · 54 min · Season 3 Episode 11In this absolutely special live episode, we’re joined by science fiction and fantasy author Marina Lostetter and horror and supernatural author John Hornor Jacobs. Together, we…
- Ep 58: The Riley Awards!!! · 36 min · Season 3 Episode 10Did you think we were done after our Top 10? Not so fast, my friend. Some books demand special recognition, and that calls for an awards show. This episode is dedicated to our…
