Where I Left Off

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By: Kristen Bahls

Welcome to Where I Left Off, a bookish podcast. I'm your host, Kristen Bahls. Join me to hear my recommendations  of a mix of young adult, new adult, romance, mystery, and thriller novels.In each episode, I dive into the intricate worlds crafted by talented authors, exploring the characters, plots, and the emotions that make you want to throw your television out the window, because we both know the book is always better than the movie. Whether you carry a book everywhere you go and already have your own Bookstagram, or are just trying to make your Goodreads goal, Where I...

No Write Way to Die with Author Neal Lipschutz
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Thanks to Author Neal Lipschutz for coming on the podcast to talk about his debut thriller, No Write Way to Die, available anywhere books are sold July 8, 2025. 

Links:

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For links to the books discussed in this episode, click the link here to take you to the Google Doc to view the list.

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Sports Romance Recs (Open Door) with Author Sarah Blair
#45
04/17/2025

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Thanks to author Sarah Blair for joining me to talk about open door sport's romance. Find her books here. 


For links to the books discussed in this episode, click the link here to take you to the Google Doc to view the list.

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Sports Romance Recs (Closed Door) with MaKayla
#44
03/20/2025

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Thanks to MaKayla, known as @Makslibrary for joining me to talk about sport's romance.

Kristen's Picks:

Desire or Defense by Leah Brunner The Cheat Sheet by Sarah AdamsThe Fake Out Flex by Ash Kelly Best Friend Power Play by Ash Kelly The Crossover by Sarah Ward The One with the Kiss Cam by Cindy Steel 

Mak's Picks:

The Hard Way Home by CW Farnsworth and The Easy Way Out CW Farnsworth (open door)


Beautifully Broken with Author Cassandra Moll
#43
03/13/2025

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Thanks to author Cassandra Moll for talking to me about her debut novel, Beautifully Broken.

Follow Cassandra:

Purchase Beautifully Broken (On KU)Purchase Daring Destiny (On KU)InstagramWebsite

Books mentioned in this episode:

Lights Out by Navessa AllenSaving 6 by Chloe WalshBinding 13 by Chloe WalshThe Nightingale by Kristin Hannah 

For links to the books discussed in this episode, click the link here to take you to the Google Doc to view the list.

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Unlock the Dark with Author Sasa Hawk
#42
02/27/2025

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Thank you to author Sasa Hawk for joining me to talk about her debut young adult romantasy novel Unlock the Dark. 

Links:

Purchase Unlock the DarkListen to the Unlock the Dark audiobookFollow Sasa on Instagram Follow Sasa on ThreadsSasa's website

Books mentioned:

Road of Bones by Demi WintersGirl who fell Beneath the Sea by Axie OhSorcery of Thrones by Margaret Rogerson

For links to the books discussed in this episode, click the link here to take you to the Google Doc to view the list.

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Releases I'm Looking Forward to in 2025
#41
02/20/2025

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Desperate Haste by Rebecca WrightsSecret or Shutout by Leah BrunnerLove in the Time of Conversation Hearts by Allie Samberts and Hannah BirdRachel Lewis Release Love Creek by Sarah BlairNatalia Williams The Trouble With Love and Coaches by Harriet AshfordHoliday Love by Dr. Melissa DymondDeeply Examined by Lexi DavisPlease Be Mine by K. Sinko


A Quicksilver by Callie Hart Deep Dive with Paige Woodrow
#40
02/06/2025

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Thanks to Paige Woodrow who you may know as  @lostinthepaigeofabook and @maasbluey on Instagram. 


We break down the fantasy novel Quicksilver by Callie Hart. This is a spoiler filled episode! 


Books mentioned in this episode:

Onyx Storm by Rebecca YarrosStephanie Plum Series - One for the Money by Janet EvanovichMistborn by Brandon SandersonA Court of Thorns and Roses by Sarah J. MaasHannah Swensen series - Chocolate Chip Murder by Joanne FlukeDarkness Loves Company by Sarah BlairOnce Upon a Broken Heart by Stephanie Gar...


Two to Tango with Author Natalia Williams
#39
01/23/2025

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Thanks to Author Natalia Williams for joining me to talk about her latest release, Two to Tango.

Natalia's Books:

Two to Tango (available on KU)Taking the Cake (available on KU)


Follow Natalia:

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For links to the books discussed in this episode, click the link here to take you to the Google Doc to view the list.

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Dangerous Pursuit with Author Bethany Rosa
#38
01/09/2025

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Thanks to author Bethany Rosa for joining me to talk about her books and writing process. 

Bethany's Books:

Pursuit of Innocence (available on KU)Holidate Pursuit (available on KU)Dangerous Pursuit (available on KU)

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**Note - I read Pursuit of Innocence, but Dangerous Pursuit was too spicy for me and I didn't finish the novel. **

For links to the books discussed in this episode, click the link here to take you to the Google Doc to view the list.

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Reading Recap 3 - Sarah Adams, Alicia Thompson, Tahereh Mafi, and more!
#37
12/26/2024

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Books mentioned in this episode:

A Flicker in the Dark by Staci WillinghamThe Couple Next Door by Shari LapenaOnly if You're Lucky by Staci WillinghamAll the Dangerous Things by Staci WillinghamThe Temporary Roomie by Sarah AdamsThe Off Limits Rule by Sarah AdamsThe Ex-Vows by Jessica JoyceThe It Girl by Ruth WareNinth House by Leigh BardugoMidnight is the Darkest Hour by Ashley Winstead

For links to the books discussed in this episode, click the link here to take you to the Google Doc to view the list.

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