What Should I Read Next?

Hosted ByAnne Bogel

What Should I Read Next? is the show for every reader who has ever finished a book and faced the problem of not knowing what to read next. Each week, Anne Bogel, of the blog Modern Mrs Darcy, interviews a reader about the books they love, the books they hate, and the books they're reading now. Then, she makes recommendations about what to read next. The real purpose of the show is to help YOU find your next read.


All Episodes

Ep 417: Hygge books for cozy winter reading

Wintry books and seasonally inspired reads are a common passion for readers worldwide, whether you’re currently in our northern hemisphere winter, or you’re experiencing another season right now. Today’s...

Ep 416: Compelling, emotionally honest storytelling

In today’s conversation, Anne helps Reagan Jackson find compelling reads that tell good stories. Reagan is a Seattle-based journalist and co-executive director of Young Women Empowered. She’s also the...

Ep 415: Reading + wintering

Natalie Nava’s guest submission caught our team’s eye as a particularly timely topic for January: she was eager to talk to Anne about reading as it relates to wintering,...

Ep 414: Reading on a budget and thriving

Today’s guest reached out seeking help with a specific reading dilemma. We loved her request, and we’re sure it’s something many readers have experienced. Amy’s joining Anne on the...

Ep 413: Literary trends and publishing predictions for 2024

You’re likely familiar with the work of today’s guest: literary agent Elisabeth Weed, of the boutique literary agency The Book Group. Elisabeth has had a hand in bringing you...

Ep 412: Anne’s Best Books of 2023

Last year, we had so much fun putting together an episode featuring Anne’s favorite reads, and it was a listener favorite, too! We’re back today with the 2023 edition:...

Ep 411: Super-seasonal reading, all year long

Today, Anne is joined by Kim Hewlett to talk about creating a year of seasonal reading. Kim and her family relocated to Iowa a few years back, which led...

Ep 410: Building a TBR for a bucket list trip

We all know that travel and reading go really well together. Today’s guest, Dana Prescott, is looking for books to help prepare for her upcoming bucket list trip: she...

Ep 409: Stories you can’t stop thinking about

Our guest today may be familiar to many of you: Ariel Lawhon was one of Anne’s early guests, back in Episode 15, and Anne recently recommended Ariel’s new book...

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