We're baaaack! We hope our absence made your hearts grow fonder. Ours certainly did! We missed you. As we catch up, be prepared to be inundated with 2 Lit Mamas episodes, starting with a dog-themed book chat in honor of Margie's new puppy. (Recorded in August) Book Chat: Graphic Novel series for kids: Wagnificent series by Bethanie Murguia Mystery series for grown-pups Chet and Bernie series by Spencer Quinn www.twolitmamas.com

The Mamas are here to help you pack for vacation with books for little ones, middle graders, young adults, grown ups and weirdos. They’ve got books about canoeing goats, Hawaiian folklore, mind-controlling orchids, sirens, witches and more—perfect for reading on the beach, in your backyard or in Bigfoot’s hut in the Pacific Northwest. Grab one of the Mamas' recommendations and escape reality for the summer. Heather and Margie will be right there with you. Book Chat Picture book: Goats ...

The Mamas get cooking in episode 111, serving up fun ideas to keep you and your kiddos active over summer break. From gluing 3-D toys to grilling up your veggies, the book chat is filled with a variety of resources to help prevent brain drain while you’re on vacay. Book Chat: My First Town, a Building Block Book by Merrill RaineyTasting History by Max MillerDear Writer, Pep Talks and Practical Advice for the Creative Life by Maggie SmithThe Essential Cottage Cookbook: Simply Delicious Recipes...

Fan-girling over a debut Young Adult novel, the Mamas eagerly get lost in the wilderness with a sisterhood of feral girls in the latest book chat. The Mamas are swept away by the twisty, slippery, primeval magic of the life-wrecking (in a good way) book. Is it fantasy or tragedy? The Mamas can't agree but they are here for it. Book Chat: The Wilderness of Girls by Madeline Claire Franklin www.twolitmamas.com

The Mamas are once again surprised by the awesomeness of graphic novels, geeking out over middle grade (ages 8-12) and YA (ages 13-17) books that are so engaging they can’t stop gushing about them. If you’re looking for great fantasy, historical fiction, realistic fiction, informational text, and memoir graphic novels that make perfect gifts or additions to the classroom, the Mamas have several to add to your lists. Book Chat: K is in Trouble by Gary Clement Visitations by Corey ...

The Mamas are celebrating National Poetry Month on the 108th episode. They aren't happy about it but they're doing it, that's now much they love literature and their listeners. Join the Mamas as they offer questionable reviews of middle grade books in verse. We wish we could say they're not that bad, but they probably are. On a light note, Heather embarrasses herself by geeking out over a picture book at the end. Feel free to make fun of her, Margie certainly does. Book Chat: Louder Tha...

Y.A. all day with the Two Lit Mamas! In this episode, they’ve got four new books for teens and young adults, including a novella, an historical fiction novel, and two mysteries. But first, the Mamas reminisce about YA in the 80s, sharing books they thought were gnarly and grody. Be there or be square. Book Chat: Errant Roots (novella) by Sondra Taylor Truth, Lies and the Questions in Between by L.M. Elliott Two Sides to Every Murder by Danielle Valentine Here Lies a ...

For Margie March, the Mamas feed their inner witchy women with fictional books for grown ups centered around witches, cozy horror, and retired assassins, inspired by real women’s stories – a tribute to Women’s History Month. Book Chat: The Book of Witching by CJ Cooke In the Company of Witches by Auralee Wallace Witchcraft for Wayward Girls by Grady Hendrix Kills Well with Others by Deanna Raybourn www.twolitmamas.com

This episode, the Mamas are in their happy place with a celebration of Middle Grade books. Middle Grade March has become a staple on the Two Lit Mamas podcast and the Mamas bring it once again with Middle Grade books (ages 8-12) set in other countries and ones that explore difficult times in our history as well as ones that honor our beloved National Parks. They even have a Middle Grade book for middle aged ladies! The 80s vibes are undeniable. Book Chat: Kareem Between by Shifa Saltagi Safad...

The Mamas have consulted their star charts and found black authors rising! In celebration of black history month, Margie and Heather fangirl over three rollicking Middle Grade adventure books (for ages 8-12), one historical fiction and two fantasy novels that highlight the black experience while entertaining readers of all ages. Then Margie sets the Handmaids Tale aside to make room for another dystopian story that hits a little too close to home, The Parable of the Sower by the queen of sci-...

The Mamas are encouraging everyone to show themselves some love this Valentine’s Day by escaping into books. Heather offers up two middle grade (ages 8-12) mystery books, one silly and one scary. While Margie highlights three grown up books for weirdos (her words) that examine motherhood from the bog to the grave and beyond. Book Chat : Death! By Narhwal! By Alex T. Smith (Middle Grade)It’s Watching by Lindsay Currie (Middle Grade)The Bog Wife by Kay Chronister (Grown Up Book)The Forbid...

In episode 102 of the Two Lit Mamas podcast, Heather reluctantly agrees to discuss book bans, again. Fortunately, Margie shares a grown up book that leaves both Mamas feeling hopeful. Book ban talk with a positive spin? No, the Mamas haven't thrown in their lot with busy-body banners. Tune in to hear their sunshine-and-rainbow rants. Fingers crossed you'll feel hopeful too. Book Chat: Lula Dean's Little Library of Banned Books by Kirsten Miller Middle Grade: Attack of the Black Rectan...

The Mamas are back and easing listeners into the new year with short stories – just ignore the dystopian, sci-fi, murdery AI if you can. Don’t worry, the Mamas promise they won’t go too dark in 2025 (wink-wink). So, kick back and catch up with your two favorite Lit Mamas. Margie's & Heather’s Book Gifts: The Bob’s Burgers Burger Book, Real Recipes for Joke BurgersThe Bog Wife by Kay ChronisterTasting History by Max MillerRemember Us by Jacqueline WoodsonDeath Comes at Christmas ed...

The Mamas hit their 100th podcast episode! They are in full celebration mode, sharing their favorite memories from the past four years, including special episodes, favorite books and authors, and the many laughs. Listen in to hear what the Mamas are most grateful for during this season of Thanksgiving—spoiler alert, it’s naked pilgrims. Book Chat: The Mamas’ Favorite Books Middle Grade (ages 8-12) Books We’re Not From Here by Geoff RodkeySchool for Whatnots by Margaret Peterson H...

The Mamas have made their list and checked it twice to ensure you have the perfect book gifts for all the readers in your life, from ages 2 to 107. Now, snuggle up with your favorite pup, open your bookshop app, and start your holiday shopping. Picture Books: If animals went to work by Ann Whitford Paul, art by David WalkerFinnegan Fox by Katie Gilstrap, art by Lori NicholsPenguin’s Egg by Anna Kemp and Alice CourtleyMiddle Grade Books: The Sherlock Society by James PontiNot nothing by Gayle ...

The Mamas read new releases in their favorite genres for the 98th episode. Can you guess which genre each Mama picked? Yes, Heather was drawn to middle grade historical fiction, no surprise there. And, dark, dark Margie went for adult dystopian. After discussing how their reading interests have changed over the years, the Mamas gush over books that don’t disappoint even if they give them zero stars. It’s an enigma. Book Chat: Middle Grade The Bleckley Riddle by Ruta Sepetys and Steve Sh...

If you’d live in a town that celebrates Halloween everyday, then you’ll enjoy the latest book chat with the Mamas. They cover new Middle Grade (ages 8-12) books that will get you in the mood for spooky season with ghosts, haunted houses and towns named Samhain where kids only wear costumes. As always the Mamas have the perfect recs for gathering the family for a reading by the Jack-o’-lantern light, if you dare. Book Chat: Middle Grade The Creepening of Dogwood House by Eden Royce A Str...

Witches, gorgons, and sea nymphs, oh my! The Mamas explore modern interpretations of ancient Greek myths in their 96th episode with books about Medea and Medusa. Are these characters the monsters we have always believed them to be? The Mamas say, “hard no,” but listen in and decide for yourselves. Book Chat: Grown up book Medea by Eilish Quin Middle Grade books Medusa from the Myths and Monsters series by Katherine Marsh The Curse of Medusa, a Modern Graphic Greek Myth from Myth...

Get a peek behind the scenes as the Mamas fall straight into conversation before starting the show, then gear up for happy fall vibes from Heather and surly vibes from You-Know-Who. The book chat includes a cornucopia of books that are perfect for fall reading, from stories for kids about acorns, bears, and popcorn to one for grown ups about lazy bones. The Mamas will help you get ready for leaf peeping season. Book Chat: Picture Books (3-5 year olds) Because of an Acorn by Lola M. Scha...

The Mamas kick off the new school year with books set in the hallowed halls of academia. From Mrs. Z’s third grade class to boarding school Misfits and lunar mages, the Mamas review books for all age groups, including grown ups. They also hold a short coffee klatch on a new genre, dark academia. FYI, these teaching Mamas would like an apple for their efforts, unless it’s poisoned. Book Chat: Chapter Book The Kids in Mrs. Z’s Class series (book #1) Emma McKenna, Full Out by Kate Messner Middle...