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Chapter One and Beyond
Welcome to Chapter One and Beyond – a cozy, bookish podcast for readers tackling their towering TBRs one book at a time. Hosted by Christina, a lifelong reader and self-proclaimed book hoarder, this podcast dives into honest book reviews, reading updates, and casual chats about genres like horror, fantasy, sci-fi, thrillers, classics, and dystopian fiction. Whether you’re in a reading slump or just love the smell of a new book, this show is your reading buddy on the go. Expect spoiler-free…
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Must-Read Sci-Fi Books 📚 + My Most Anticipated Science Fiction Releases of 2026
Welcome book lovers! Welcome or welcome back to Chapter One and Beyond! I'm Christina and I'm so excited for this episode because I'm back to my roots of…
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I Finished My HRCYED 2.0 Reading Challenge Board 📚 Here’s My Final TBR
Hey everyone! Exciting day! I have officially planned out every single book i needed to fullfill all the prompts on my HRCYED 2.0 Bingo Board. Thank goodness…
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Everything I Read in August + My September TBR 📚 Fall Reading Plans
Hey everyone! welcome to another episode of chapter one and beyond. I a apologize for the mishap on this episode but this is a rerecorded reedited goodness for…
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I Became a Mood Reader 📚 What Happened When I Stopped Following My TBR
Welcome to episode 13! and Welcome to Chapter one and Beyond. In todays recorded episode that took more than 12 times to finish I'm going to be talking about…
Chapter One and BeyondI Finally Tried LitRPG… Is This My New Favorite Fantasy Genre?! 🎮📚
Sorry I messed up on this schedule AGAIN!?! gahhh but here is episode 12! *trumpets blare* If you want a semi chaotic episode buckle up and lets dive in! Lets…
Chapter One and BeyondEverything I Read in July 📚 July Reading Wrap-Up + Recent Reads
Changing this up so I am not talking about HRCYED 2.0. Very relax and chill episode of talking about what I've been up to and the books I've read in July cause…
Chapter One and BeyondHRCYED 2.0 Reading Challenge Update 📚 My TBR Plans + Recent Reads & Book Recommendations
🎙️ In Ep 9 & 10, I'm doing a combo episode because I'm forgetful. Sorry for the delay on this one but I discussed further my HRCYED2.0 planning and then my…
Chapter One and BeyondI Used ChatGPT to Plan My HRCYED 2.0 Reading Challenge 📚 Book Recommendations + TBR
🎙️ In Ep 8, I use ChatGPT to map out my HRCYED 2.0 reading challenge, pick new books, and get tailored recommendations. Join me as I plan my next reads and…
Chapter One and BeyondHRCYED 2.0 📚 Taking on Another Massive Reading Challenge
Alright so i went off the deep end and I'm done with my own bingo cards, and tbr jar etc. I just discovered this new reading challenge and I'm here for it…
Chapter One and BeyondHow to Use AI Assistants to Find Your Next Great Read 📚 Personalized Book Recommendations
In this episode of Chapter One and Beyond, I dive into how I use AI Assistants to get custom book recommendations. I'm sick and tired of the same old…
Chapter One and BeyondMy July TBR 📚 Reading Plans + Mid-Year Reading Challenge Update
In this bonus episode of Chapter One and Beyond, I share my July TBR picks, June Wrap up and check in on my Reading Bingo Card progress. From thrillers to…
Chapter One and BeyondThriller & Mystery Books That Kept Me Guessing Until the End 🔎📚
In this episode of Chapter One and Beyond, I share my favorite thrillers and mystery reads—from Truly Devious to Riley Sager's twisty tales. I talk suspense…
Chapter One and BeyondClassic Books I Was Afraid to Read… Until I Finally Did 📚
In this episode of Chapter One and Beyond, I dive into the classics that once intimidated me, the ones I was forced to read in school, and the timeless stories…
Chapter One and BeyondWater Moon by Samantha Sotto 📚 Is This Magical Fantasy Worth Reading?
In this bonus episode, I’m diving into Watermoon by Samantha Sotto Yambao—exploring its haunting beauty, emotional layers, and mythological threads. There is…
Chapter One and BeyondMy Mid-Year TBR Check-In 📚 What I’m Reading, Loving & My Reading Goals
It's time for a TBR check-in and midyear reading goal check-in! I’m sharing what I’ve read recently, what’s still haunting my shelves, and unfortunately…
Chapter One and BeyondTimeless Fantasy Books That Are Still Worth Reading Today 📚
Why do some fantasy books sit unread on our shelves for years—even when everyone swears they’re must-reads? In this episode of Chapter One and Beyond, I dive…
Chapter One and BeyondEverything I Read in May + My June TBR 📚 Best, Worst & Upcoming Reads
In this bonus episode, I recap everything I read in May — the good, the surprising, and the DNF-worthy — and share what’s on my June TBR. From thrillers and…
Chapter One and BeyondThe Books That Sat on My TBR the Longest 📚 Were They Worth the Wait?
These books have been staring at me from my shelf for years. In this episode, I finally tackle some of the oldest titles on my TBR and share what I thought —…
Chapter One and BeyondStarting My Bookish Journey 📚 Why I Created Chapter One and Beyond
🎙️Welcome to Chapter One and Beyond—a cozy bookish podcast where I tackle my physical TBR one page at a time. In this intro episode, I share who I am, why I’m…