(Preview) The Islands: Stories by Dionne Irving

Some made us laugh. Others made us cry. Some made us mad. It's time to rank every book from season 6. PLUS — there are a few BIG announcements in this episode. :) Let's Get LIT!   Links & Resources: Shop Kari's collection of luxury literary-themed candles at www.lovelitotes.com.  

CW: Murder/S*icide The Dry by Jane Harper is a gripping mystery set in a drought-stricken Australian town where buried secrets surface after a shocking crime. When federal agent Aaron Falk returns home for the funeral of his childhood friend, he's drawn into an investigation that forces him to confront the lies, loyalties, and losses of his past. Let's Get LIT!   Links & Resources: Grab your Digital Reading Journal here: ETSY or Patreon (only works with Notable and Goodnotes!) Want more bookish fun? Check out our archive of episodes! (www.LITSocietyPod.com) Shop Kari's collection of luxury literary-themed candles at www.lovelitotes.com. Find Alexis and Kari online:  Instagram — www.instagram.com/litsocietypod Our website — www.LitSocietyPod.com. Subscribe to emails and get free stuff: http://eepurl.com/gDtWCr.

The Phantom Tollbooth by Norton Juster is a whimsical adventure about Milo, a bored young boy who discovers a special tollbooth that transports him to the fantastical Kingdom of Wisdom. Alongside his companions—a watchdog named Tock and the loyal Humbug—Milo journeys through pun-filled lands to rescue the princesses Rhyme and Reason. Bursting with wit, wordplay, and wonder, this classic reminds readers of the joy of curiosity and the power of learning. Let's Get LIT!     Links & Resources: Grab your Digital Reading Journal here: ETSY or Patreon (only works with Notable and Goodnotes!) Want more bookish fun? Check out our archive of episodes! (www.LITSocietyPod.com) Shop Kari's collection of luxury literary-themed candles at www.lovelitotes.com. Find Alexis and Kari online:  Instagram — www.instagram.com/litsocietypod Our website — www.LitSocietyPod.com. Subscribe to emails and get free stuff: http://eepurl.com/gDtWCr.

Me Before You by Jojo Moyes is a heart-wrenching love story between Louisa Clark, a small-town woman searching for purpose, and Will Traynor, a once-vibrant man now confined to a wheelchair after an accident. As their worlds collide, Louisa's warmth and optimism challenge Will's cynicism, leading to a bond that transforms them both in unexpected ways. Tender, funny, and profoundly emotional, this novel asks what it truly means to live—and to love—fully. Let's Get LIT!   Links & Resources: Grab your Digital Reading Journal here: ETSY or Patreon (only works with Notable and Goodnotes!) Want more bookish fun? Check out our archive of episodes! (www.LITSocietyPod.com) Shop Kari’s collection of luxury literary-themed candles at www.lovelitotes.com. Find Alexis and Kari online:  Instagram — www.instagram.com/litsocietypod Our website — www.LitSocietyPod.com. Subscribe to emails and get free stuff: http://eepurl.com/gDtWCr.

Arthur Miller’s Death of a Salesman is a haunting portrait of Willy Loman, an aging salesman chasing the American Dream long after it’s begun to slip away. Torn between pride and despair, Willy struggles to reconcile the life he imagined with the reality before him—and to earn the love and success he’s always believed he deserves. Both intimate and universal, the play exposes the fragile hopes that drive us all, making it one of the most devastating and timeless stories ever written for the stage. Let’s Get LIT! Links & Resources: Grab your Digital Reading Journal here: ETSY or Patreon (only works with Notable and Goodnotes!) Want more bookish fun? Check out our archive of episodes! (www.LITSocietyPod.com) Shop Kari’s collection of luxury literary-themed candles at www.lovelitotes.com. Find Alexis and Kari online:  Instagram — www.instagram.com/litsocietypod Our website — www.LitSocietyPod.com. Subscribe to emails and get free stuff: http://eepurl.com/gDtWCr.

This collection of short stories explores the sweeping themes of belonging, identity, and home through the lives of women scattered across the globe from their island origins. Let's Get LIT! Links & Resources: Grab your Digital Reading Journal here: ETSY or Patreon (only works with Notable and Goodnotes!) Want more bookish fun? Check out our archive of episodes! (www.LITSocietyPod.com) Shop Kari's collection of luxury literary-themed candles at www.lovelitotes.com. Find Alexis and Kari online:  Instagram — www.instagram.com/litsocietypod Our website — www.LitSocietyPod.com. Subscribe to emails and get free stuff: http://eepurl.com/gDtWCr.

The Black Kids by Christina Hammonds Reed is a coming-of-age novel set in Los Angeles during the 1992 Rodney King riots. It follows Ashley Bennett, a Black teenager from a wealthy family, as she begins to see the sharp contrasts between her privileged world and the realities her community faces. Both powerful and deeply personal, the book explores identity, friendship, and what it means to find your voice in times of turmoil. Let's Get LIT! Links & Resources: Grab your Digital Reading Journal here: ETSY or Patreon (only works with Notable and Goodnotes!) Want more bookish fun? Check out our archive of episodes! (www.LITSocietyPod.com) Shop Kari's collection of luxury literary-themed candles at www.lovelitotes.com.   Find Alexis and Kari online:  Instagram — www.instagram.com/litsocietypod Bluesky — https://bsky.app/profile/litsocietypod.bsky.social Our website — www.LitSocietyPod.com. Subscribe to emails and get free stuff: http://eepurl.com/gDtWCr.

Someday, Maybe by Onyi Nwabineli is a poignant debut novel about love, loss, and the arduous journey toward healing. It follows a woman grappling with grief while rediscovering her own strength and identity. At its heart, it’s a story about resilience, community, and the hope that life can bloom again after heartbreak. Let's Get LIT!    Links & Resources: Grab your Digital Reading Journal here: ETSY or Patreon (only works with Notable and Goodnotes!) Want more bookish fun? Check out our archive of episodes! (www.LITSocietyPod.com) Shop Kari's collection of luxury literary-themed candles at www.lovelitotes.com. What Not to Say to Someone Who Lost Their Partner: https://www.oprahdaily.com/life/relationships-love/a60431476/what-not-to-say-to-someone-lost-partner-grief Here After by Amy Lin: https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/182095845-here-after Find Alexis and Kari online:  Instagram — www.instagram.com/litsocietypod Bluesky — https://bsky.app/profile/litsocietypod.bsky.social Our website — www.LitSocietyPod.com. Subscribe to emails and get free stuff: http://eepurl.com/gDtWCr.

Slay by Brittney Morris follows Kiera Johnson, a teen coder who secretly creates an online role-playing game celebrating Black culture. As her game grows in popularity, it becomes a safe haven for thousands of players navigating both identity and community. The novel explores empowerment, creativity, and the challenges of carving out a space where you truly belong. The Book: Slay by Brittney Morris Let's Get LIT! 00:00 Intro and catching up 09:00 Video Game Trivia Game 30:00 Book review begins 1:09:00 Our verdict  Links & Resources: Grab your Digital Reading Journal here: ETSY or Patreon (only works with Notable and Goodnotes!) Want more bookish fun? Check out our archive of episodes! (www.LITSocietyPod.com) Shop Kari's collection of luxury literary-themed candles at www.lovelitotes.com. Find Alexis and Kari online:  Instagram — www.instagram.com/litsocietypod Bluesky — https://bsky.app/profile/litsocietypod.bsky.social Our website — www.LitSocietyPod.com. Subscribe to emails and get free stuff: http://eepurl.com/gDtWCr.

The chilling true story of a brutal family murder in a small Kansas town—and the two drifters who committed it. With haunting detail and literary precision, Truman Capote delves into the minds of the killers, the grief of the community, and the fragile boundary between good and evil. The Book: In Cold Blood Let's Get LIT!  Links & Resources: Grab your Digital Reading Journal here: ETSY or Patreon Want more bookish fun? Check out our archive of episodes! (www.LITSocietyPod.com) Shop Kari's collection of luxury literary-themed candles at www.lovelitotes.com. Find Alexis and Kari online:  Instagram — www.instagram.com/litsocietypod Bluesky — https://bsky.app/profile/litsocietypod.bsky.social Our website — www.LitSocietyPod.com. Subscribe to emails and get free stuff: http://eepurl.com/gDtWCr.