The Reading Receipt — by Laura of What to Read Next
Laura Yamin, Deedi Brown, Audry FryerA weekly reading log, one honest reflection, and the book I'd tell you to read right now. Romance, thrillers & escape reads — from a reader with a full life and a Libby problem.
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Authors
The writers behind this newsletter.
I ask authors what they read for joy — and it's never what you'd expect. Author interviews + curated escapes across romance, mystery, romantasy + more. Hosted by Laura Yamin.
Deedi (she/her) is a bibliophile who's been writing reviews and recommending books for more than eight years. You can sign up for her weekly Substack newsletter or follow her on Instagram @deedireads.
I help readers discover new books and enjoy a cozy, joyful reading habit! Fiction Author and the book nerd behind Bookish AF
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