http://Libro.fm Have you read Jean Meltzer yet, and are you in the mood for a holiday romance with real heart? In this special encore episode, we’re bringing back our December 2021 Book Club episode (Ep. 207), featuring Jean Meltzer’s The Matzah Ball ( Libro.fm  | Bookshop.org ) , her delightful debut. We loved revisiting this one: it’s funny and festive, but it also has surprising depth as Meltzer thoughtfully explores chronic illness and the power (and weight) of keeping pa

by Jen Moyers ( @jen.loves.books ) While I'm fairly picky about my holiday reading, I have read some fabulous holiday romances this year! If you're looking for sweet books that don't cross that "saccharine" line, one of these books may be for you. B. K. Borison's Good Spirits ( Bookshop.org | Libro.fm ) This is my first of two takes on A Christmas Carol that I've read and loved this year. (I listened to the audio, thanks to Libro.fm, and highly recommend that format!) Noa

Do you love a good holiday story that brings different traditions, and unexpected friendships, together in one cozy, snowed-in town? We’re diving into our December Book Club pick, Three Holidays and a Wedding  by Uzma Jalaluddin and Marissa Stapley ( Bookshop . org | Libro . fm ). Before we get into the book club chat, we start with a bookish check-in: Jen shares about Nadia Davids’s Cape Fever ( Bookshop . org | Libro . fm ), and Ashley talks about A. R. Abbott’s Founded o

Curated by Ashley Dickson-Ellison ( @ashley_dicksonellison ) During this holiday season, we're sharing some holiday books that we've loved and reviewed on the blog. I'm pretty selective when it comes to holiday reads, but I've found over the last couple of years that I do enjoy reading some holiday-specific books (as well as seasonal books in general) as we approach different seasons. Maybe I'll try a couple of the ones below that I haven't read yet! For the book reviews, I'l

Have you read Frances Hodgson Burnett’s The Secret Garden ( Bookshop . org  | Libro . fm ), or maybe watched one of the adaptations, and wondered how it holds up today? In Episode 301, Jen and Ashley dive into this beloved classic as our November Book Club pick. We start with a Bookish Check-in before diving into our discussion. We talk about what surprised us when revisiting The Secret Garden , from Mary’s truly contrary beginning to the way nature, friendship, and “a bit of

Curated by Ashley Dickson-Ellison ( ashley_dicksonellison ) We celebrate Indigenous authors at Unabridged, and we wanted to share a few of the many books we've recommended over the years in this curated list. These stories span genres and nations, offering powerful perspectives and unforgettable characters. Whether you’re looking for a deep dive into history, a multi-generational family saga, or a chilling contemporary read, we hope you’ll find something new to add to your TB

Curated by Jen Moyers ( @ jen.loves.book s) While it may seem odd to curate a collection of books about grief, it's often to books that I turn when I'm having a difficult time processing an emotion. Sometimes, the right story can help us feel seen in our sorrow or offer a way to begin healing. In this post, I'm sharing some of our favorite reads that delve deeply—and beautifully—into grief. From moving adult fiction to heartfelt young adult reads, here are five powerful stor

Curated by Ashley Dickson-Ellison ( @ashley_dicksonellison ) Spooky reading season is officially here, and we want to make sure you have...

Curated by Jen Moyers ( @jen.loves.books ) If you're looking for stories that dig deep and get people talking, this list is a great place...

Curated by Ashley Dickson-Ellison ( ashley_dicksonellison ) Young adult books set in schools capture so much of what makes teen life both...

Curated by Jen Moyers ( @jen.loves.books ) As we honor Juneteenth—a day that marks emancipation and the ongoing struggle for Black...

Curated by Jen Moyers (@jen.loves.books) Mental health is a topic that deserves thoughtful conversation—and literature has long been one...

Curated by Jen Moyers ( @ jen.loves.book s) We’re always thinking about the stories we share—and the ones we don’t. In recent years,...

Curated by Ashley Dickson-Ellison ( @ashley_dicksonellison ) What happens when folklore and fairy tales meet fresh new voices? In this...

Curated by Jen Moyers ( @jen.loves.books ) Discovering stories that reflect a range of experiences and perspectives is one of the joys of...

Curated by Ashley Dickson-Ellison ( @ashley_dicksonellison ) For Women’s History Month, we’re spotlighting books that explore the...

Curated by Ashley Dickson-Ellison ( @ashley_dicksonellison ) Romantasy books have this unique way of pulling you into a world where high...

Curated by Jen Moyers  ( @jen.loves.books ) The Unabridged 2025 Reading Challenge is under way! On Wednesday, I shared some...

Curated by Ashley Dickson-Ellison  ( @ashley_dicksonellison ) If you're joining us for this year's Unabridged 2025 Reading Challenge ,...

Curated by Jen Moyers ( @jen.loves.books ) Today, I'm sharing five reviews of books about found family. This idea is one of my favorites:...