The Read-Along: A Mini Book Club For Your Ears

Taking you on a journey through a good book, one chapter at a time.

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4 days ago

Episode 433"City of Others" by Jared Poon, Chapter Four
Ben has an afterhours meet up with his boyfriend which turns into just more work. Anita and Scott speculate over what exactly might be up with Adam.
You can follow The Read-Along on Bluesky, Instagram and Facebook @thereadalong, and join our Goodreads Group to get your discussion on! You can also follow Scott @scottybomb, or e-mail us at thereadalong@gmail.com. Come chat with us on our Discord server! discord.gg/rKrZ3MVu68
The Read-Along logo by Erin Beever, theme song and music by Kevin MacLeod at incompetech.com.
Until next time gentlereaders!

Friday Feb 13, 2026

Episode 432"City of Others" by Jared Poon, Chapter Three
Ben and Jimmy meet for coffee to discuss an occult mystery and much more important paperwork. Anita loves Ben's internal journey while Scott starts with some irresponsible early-book speculation about the nature of the occult threat.
You can follow The Read-Along on Bluesky, Instagram and Facebook @thereadalong, and join our Goodreads Group to get your discussion on! You can also follow Scott @scottybomb, or e-mail us at thereadalong@gmail.com. Come chat with us on our Discord server! discord.gg/dEmw6Nu7
The Read-Along logo by Erin Beever, theme song and music by Kevin MacLeod at incompetech.com.
Until next time gentlereaders!

Friday Feb 06, 2026

Episode 431"City of Others" by Jared Poon, Chapter Two
Ben and his new intern get swept up in an occult mystery. Anita is already impressed with Fizah, and Scott likens Ben to a character in a previous featured novel.
You can follow The Read-Along on Bluesky, Instagram and Facebook @thereadalong, and join our Goodreads Group to get your discussion on! You can also follow Scott @scottybomb, or e-mail us at thereadalong@gmail.com. Come chat with us on our Discord server! discord.gg/dEmw6Nu7
The Read-Along logo by Erin Beever, theme song and music by Kevin MacLeod at incompetech.com.
Until next time gentlereaders!

Friday Jan 30, 2026

Episode 430"City of Others" by Jared Poon, Chapter One
Ben is a civil servant who deals with the occult and is just trying to get through his day. Scott is getting good "Laundry" vibes, while Anita completely sympathizes with the protagonist.
You can follow The Read-Along on Bluesky, Instagram and Facebook @thereadalong, and join our Goodreads Group to get your discussion on! You can also follow Scott @scottybomb, or e-mail us at thereadalong@gmail.com. Come chat with us on our Discord server! discord.gg/dEmw6Nu7
The Read-Along logo by Erin Beever, theme song and music by Kevin MacLeod at incompetech.com.
Until next time gentlereaders!

Friday Jan 23, 2026

Episode 429"Dreadful" by Caitlin Rozakis, Final Overview
Anita and Scott discuss themes, character arcs, and a fun upstairs/downstairs dynamic. Plus, Anita's favourite segment book club, "Make That Movie!"
You can follow The Read-Along on Twitter, Instagram and Facebook @thereadalong, and join our Goodreads Group to get your discussion on! You can also follow Scott @scottybomb and Anita @nitabing, or e-mail us at thereadalong@gmail.com.
The Read-Along logo by Erin Beever (@Erin_Beever), theme song and music by Kevin MacLeod at incompetech.com.
Until next time gentlereaders!

Friday Jan 16, 2026

Episode 428"Dreadful" by Caitlin Rozakis, Chapter 19
Everyone gets a new start in the wake of a near disaster. Scott has quibbles with a story decision, while Anita thinks things worked out as well as they could have for everyone.
You can follow The Read-Along on Twitter, Instagram and Facebook @thereadalong, and join our Goodreads Group to get your discussion on! You can also follow Scott @scottybomb and Anita @nitabing, or e-mail us at thereadalong@gmail.com.
The Read-Along logo by Erin Beever (@Erin_Beever), theme song and music by Kevin MacLeod at incompetech.com.
Until next time gentlereaders!

Friday Jan 09, 2026

Episode 426"Dreadful" by Caitlin Rozakis, Chapter 18
Everything goes badly for pretty much everyone. Scott wonders if there's anyone actually competent in this kingdom, while Anita loves it when someone speaks in the wrong font.
You can follow The Read-Along on Twitter, Instagram and Facebook @thereadalong, and join our Goodreads Group to get your discussion on! You can also follow Scott @scottybomb and Anita @nitabing, or e-mail us at thereadalong@gmail.com.
The Read-Along logo by Erin Beever (@Erin_Beever), theme song and music by Kevin MacLeod at incompetech.com.
Until next time gentlereaders!

Friday Jan 02, 2026

Episode 425"Dreadful" by Caitlin Rozakis, Chapter 17
With his back against the wall, Gav watches two different rituals fall apart. Anita gets swept up in the chaotic pace, while Scott speculates on who has finally decided to make an appearance.
You can follow The Read-Along on Twitter, Instagram and Facebook @thereadalong, and join our Goodreads Group to get your discussion on! You can also follow Scott @scottybomb and Anita @nitabing, or e-mail us at thereadalong@gmail.com.
The Read-Along logo by Erin Beever (@Erin_Beever), theme song and music by Kevin MacLeod at incompetech.com.
Until next time gentlereaders!

Friday Dec 26, 2025

Episode 425"Dreadful" by Caitlin Rozakis, Chapter 16
Gav can't get a moment alone to find a key. Scott and Anita liken this chapter to a theatrical farce.
You can follow The Read-Along on Twitter, Instagram and Facebook @thereadalong, and join our Goodreads Group to get your discussion on! You can also follow Scott @scottybomb and Anita @nitabing, or e-mail us at thereadalong@gmail.com.
The Read-Along logo by Erin Beever (@Erin_Beever), theme song and music by Kevin MacLeod at incompetech.com.
Until next time gentlereaders!

Friday Dec 19, 2025

Episode 424"Dreadful" by Caitlin Rozakis, Chapter 15
Gav comes up with a cunning plan to solve one of his many dilemmas. Anita hopes the endgame is our protagonist running a dark wizard tourist trap, while Scott remembers a clue from the first chapter.
You can follow The Read-Along on Twitter, Instagram and Facebook @thereadalong, and join our Goodreads Group to get your discussion on! You can also follow Scott @scottybomb and Anita @nitabing, or e-mail us at thereadalong@gmail.com.
The Read-Along logo by Erin Beever (@Erin_Beever), theme song and music by Kevin MacLeod at incompetech.com.
Until next time gentlereaders!

Friday Dec 12, 2025

Episode 423"Dreadful" by Caitlin Rozakis, Chapter 14
Gav's problems worsen as the day of the ritual dawns. Anita and Scott discuss the problem of trying to blow up a whale.
You can follow The Read-Along on Twitter, Instagram and Facebook @thereadalong, and join our Goodreads Group to get your discussion on! You can also follow Scott @scottybomb and Anita @nitabing, or e-mail us at thereadalong@gmail.com.
The Read-Along logo by Erin Beever (@Erin_Beever), theme song and music by Kevin MacLeod at incompetech.com.
Until next time gentlereaders!

Friday Dec 05, 2025

Episode 422"Dreadful" by Caitlin Rozakis, Chapter 13
Gav finally learns most of Zarconar's evil scheme, but it may be too late to foil it. Anita and Scott discuss the temptation for Gav to get his memories back, and how that might impact his arc.
You can follow The Read-Along on Twitter, Instagram and Facebook @thereadalong, and join our Goodreads Group to get your discussion on! You can also follow Scott @scottybomb and Anita @nitabing, or e-mail us at thereadalong@gmail.com.
The Read-Along logo by Erin Beever (@Erin_Beever), theme song and music by Kevin MacLeod at incompetech.com.
Until next time gentlereaders!

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