Ep 541: Books that foster a sense of warmth and good conversation

From What Should I Read Next? by Anne Bogel

September 8, 2026 · 1h 5m · Episode 541

About this episode

Jacquelyn Duggan discusses her shifting reading habits with Anne Bogel and seeks advice on reconnecting with her love for books.

When today's guest felt something shift in her reading life, she found herself turning to other forms of entertainment instead of the books she typically enjoys. Jacquelyn Duggan isn't thrilled with this substitution, and came to Anne for help in figuring out what's changed and what she can do about it. Jacquelyn is joining Anne from her home in Richmond, Virginia. In addition to reading, she enjoys being outside and working in her flower garden, with a special appreciation for her zinnias and roses. Today Jacquelyn and Anne explore what’s going on with her reading life right now, and Anne shares ideas to help Jacquelyn get back to reading the types of books she's been missing lately. They also discuss the one element of Jacquelyn's reading life that hasn't changed throughout this experience: her love for a great coffee table book. Find the list of titles discussed today on our show notes page at whatshouldireadnextpodcast.com. Our Fall Book Preview is coming up soon on September 17, and this year we’re featuring a new option to purchase a compact printed booklet to complement your Fall Book Preview experience. We’re calling it our lookbook. It's been thoughtfully designed in a…

People in this episode

Host: Anne Bogel

Guest: Jacquelyn Duggan

Topics covered

reading life
book recommendations
coffee table books
personal growth
outdoor activities

Keywords

reading
books
conversation
coffee table books
personal growth

Mentioned in this episode

Places: Richmond, Virginia