Reading Into It

In this episode, we take on book three in the Chronicles of Narnia: The Horse and His Boy. Parables, what makes a character recognizable, and more questions about the mysteries of Narnia are discussed, and I give my honest opinion on how this book plays a role so far in this epic tale.

In this episode, we meet: The Pevensies, Mr. Tumnus, and a world full of old and new characters. Mr. Tumnus is a victim of the system, and I'm trying my best not to dislike Edmund in this Biblical parallel universe. Mentions of: Lady Lilith, Genesis, New Testamant versus Old Testament, and the Great Sacrifice explained. TW: Religion, Christianity, Biblical doctrine

HELLO! I am back! I apologize for the LONG break, but since we are all mostly human I'm sure you will understand. This week we are discussing the prequel to the Chronicles of Narnia: The Magician's Nephew. Essentially the Genesis of how Narnia came to be, this story centers around a biblical retelling in reverse, allowing us to view biblical concepts in a more fantastical perspective! One that allows more empathy and emotion than what we might be usually given in moral-driven stories. Happy reading! Follow our instagram @readingintoitpod or email us at readingintoitpod@gmail.com. Love you!

LONG TITLE, I KNOW. This book quietly changed my life last year when things felt bleak. Kate Dicamillo's writing style is something I can't quite explain besides being similar to being held and wrapped in a big blanket right after a huge heartbreak. Kate DiCamillo tackles the complicated topic of what it means to love and be loved with Edward Tulane, a toy China rabbit who, at first, knows nothing of the concept. In a lot of ways, we begin our journey with love in a similar way. Happy reading! Let's all learn to love, love, and love again with Edward!

We're starting a new series! Beginning August 5th, we will begin reading the incredible Chronicles of Narnia by C.S. Lewis, starting with book one: The Magician's Nephew. Most ideas and topics in this episode were taken from our trusty Wikipedia site for the series. Since we get an extra Thursday in July, stay tuned for a Bonus Episode at the end of the month that discusses one of my favorite children's authors today, Kate DiCamillo! We will be taking a look into her book, "The Miraculous Journey of Edward Tulane". Happy Summer Reading!!!

As we wrap up the series with our Dear Dumb Diary guest Camryn, we dive into the school system and representation in children's literature. What is Jamie, who is constantly affected and aware of her gender, compared to her male counterparts in literature and their worries/struggles? Check back soon for an episode reviewing another children's book!

Where to find Camryn:

Youtube: Underwaterflowers

This episode discusses our thoughts on how Jamie and her friends are growing in books seven, eight, and nine in this series by Jim Benton. It's a bit difficult to find depth in our characters when we are only ever seeing Jamie's perspective, which is often shadowed by middle school insecurities. Hopefully the next series we read is something with a bit more sustenance!

Find Camryn on Youtube at Underwaterflowers. 

This episode discusses books 4-6 in the Dear Dumb Diary series by Jim Benton. "Never Do Anything, Ever", "Can Adults Become Human?", and "The Problem With Here Is That It's Where I'm From" introduces new characters. We discuss the importance of "fun" middle school literature as we follow Jamie into her dramatically hilarious life. PLEASE READ SKEPTICALLY!

Find more content by Camryn Corral at:

Youtube: Underwaterflowers

This episode covers the first three books in the popular childhood middle school series, Dear Dumb Diary by Jim Benton! Featuring Camryn, listen and read along as we discuss what it's like growing up as a girl in middle school in DDD: Let's Pretend This Never Happened, DDD: My Pants are Haunted, and DDD: Am I the Princess, or the Frog? Thanks for listening! We will continue this series in three-book segments!

Time to get our summer reading lists ready! WE'RE GOING BACK TO MIDDLE SCHOOL. Dear Dumb Diary by Jim Benton brings us honest to g--d opinions about middle school experiences with a hilarious perspective. Our next episode will discuss books 1-3 in the series! New episodes every 1st and 3rd Thursday! 

THE END IS FINALLY HERE. This may or may not be the last time you hear a discussion about the Baudelaires. Feat. Camryn Corral, we discuss the final plot and tie up this fantastic series with an empty heart and an empty head. In this book, we explore character relationships, deaths, religious references, and dark poetry. ONTO THE NEXT SERIES!

How you can find Camryn Corral:

Youtube: Underwaterflowers

Join me as we venture through the second to last book in the series, The Penultimate Peril! This episode includes our second guest, Camryn Corral! Camryn and I both grew up reading the series together as kids, and Camryn is excited to finally share some opinions that she has been harboring since episode 1. Camryn can be found making more funny content via Youtube at her channel UnderwaterFlowers! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC1QYsg2efOFXwPW_LLNVuXQ

In this episode, we have a special guest! Michael Slusser is an English professor at the San Bernardino Valley College in California. As a creative writer himself, Michael and I discuss what resonates with us as readers, as well as a brief analysis on how Marxism is represented in A Series of Unfortunate Events. Read on! 

We've made it to book ten! The Grim Grotto by Lemony Snicket explores difficult built-in topics, such as who to trust, when to trust them, and when is it okay to ignore logical solutions for favors of the heart. Dark sh*t, as usual. Read on!

AHHHH SO MANY GOOD THINGS HAPPEN IN THIS BOOK. THIS IS MY FAVORITE SO FAR. READ ON!

I apologize for the delay and inconsistency! This is what I imagined the Volunteers Fighting Disease song to sound like from The Hostile Hospital. The next episode discussing the Slippery Slope will be available as soon as I can! Once again, Sorry! 

In this episode, we will cover book 9 in the Series of Unfortunate Events: The Carnivorous Carnival! SLOWLY we begin to unravel at the true backstory of the Baudelaire's parents and the situation that first started all of their misfortune. Bit by bit, but we'll figure it out eventually! (I hope)

The medical field! Journalists can be liars! Research your opinions and make statements based on facts! All the same lessons but with more emphasis in this book. Sorry in advance for the incompetence in this one! I am not a professional in anything! But who is.....?

In this introductory episode, learn a little bit about me and what this podcast is really about! Reread the books of yer youth and address any overhanging closure you may be needing on a book you finished over twelve years ago.  (Animorph fans, who did you guys really turn out to be? Have you all shape shifted? I have so many questions...)