Notes from the Shelf
Books & Literature
About
A podcast for curious readers and literary enthusiasts. Book reviews, recommendations, and thoughtful conversations from the creator of the Notes from the Shelf blog, Sara.
Episodes
- Ep. 4- Ranking Romance Tropes
In this episode, the host ranks 100 romance tropes from a Tiermaker list. The discussion centers on the different tropes and their rankings.
- S1 Ep. 3- What I’ve Read so Far in 2026 (+ Influence my TBR!)
The host of Notes from the Shelf discusses books read in 2026. Listeners are asked to suggest which book from a list of five the host should read next.
- S1 Ep. 2- Blood Over Bright Haven Book Review and Recs
This episode of "Notes from the Shelf" features a review of "Blood Over Bright Haven" by M. L. Wang, along with recommendations for five books that have similar themes or complementary themes.
- S1 Ep. 1- Project Hail Mary: Book vs. Movie
This episode of "Notes from the Shelf" analyzes "Project Hail Mary" by Andy Weir, comparing the book to its film adaptation. The discussion covers changes in character arcs, emotional beats, and scientific details, evaluating what worked a…