the library of lost time!

Every week: two new books and an irresistible distraction.

Sure, you have important things to do. But it takes just a 10 minutes or so to learn about two upcoming book releases and something fascinating about the world.

The Library of Lost Time is a weekly podcast where we share two new book releases at the top of our TBR, then celebrate a fun book- or travel-related distraction.

Listen below or wherever you get your podcasts. Remember to visit your local library and your independent bookstore to lose some time yourself!

Bookish Advice from Dear Dorothea & New Books — 11 November 2022
Bookish Advice from Dear Dorothea & New Books — 11 November 2022
In this episode, we get excited about two new books: The Cloisters by Katy Hays and The Best American Short Stories 2022 by Andrew Sean Greer & Heidi Pitlor. Then Mel recommends a new bookish advice column.
Notes from Three Pines Newsletter & New Books — 04 November 2022
Notes from Three Pines Newsletter & New Books — 04 November 2022
In this episode, we get excited about two new books: Pretty Dead Queens by Alexa Donne and Last Call at the Hotel Imperial by Deborah Cohen. Then Mel explains why she thinks youll enjoy the newsletter devoted to all things Inspector Gamache.
A Helpful Movie Website & New Books — 28 October 2022
A Helpful Movie Website & New Books — 28 October 2022
In this episode, we get excited about two new books: Revenge of the Librarians by Tom Gauld and The Milky Way: An Autobiography of Our Galaxy by Moiya McTier. Then Dave talks about a website that provides emotional spoilers for movies and TV.
Nun Cookies in Spain & New Books — 21 October 2022
Nun Cookies in Spain & New Books — 21 October 2022
In this episode, we get excited about two new books: The Whalebone Theatre by Joanna Quinn and The Hero of This Book by Elizabeth McCracken. Then Mel shares her enthusiasm for cookies made by cloistered nuns in Spain.
The Island Walk on PEI & New Books — 14 October 2022
The Island Walk on PEI & New Books — 14 October 2022
In this episode, we get excited about two new books: The Sleeping Car Porter by Suzette Mary and Such Sharp Teeth by Rachel Harrison. Then Dave explains why we should all book a trip asap to Prince Edward Island to explore The Island Walk.
San Marino & New Books — 07 October 2022
San Marino & New Books — 07 October 2022
In this episode, we get excited about two books, one backlist and one new: Wakenhyrst by Michelle Paver and This Is What It Sounds Like: What the Music You Love Says About You by Susan Rogers. Then Dave shares three reasons to put the tiny country of San Marino on your must-visit list.
Rebecca The Musical & New Books — 30 September 2022
Rebecca The Musical & New Books — 30 September 2022
In this episode, we get excited about two new book releases: The Most Likely Club by Elyssa Friedland and The English Understand Wool by Helen DeWitt. Then Mel tells the twisty story of Rebecca The Musical on Broadway.
Hugo Award Winners & New Books — 23 September 2022
Hugo Award Winners & New Books — 23 September 2022
In this episode, we get excited about two new book releases: Duran Duran: Careless Memories by Denis ORegan and The Slow Road to Tehran: A Revelatory Bike Ride Through Europe and the Middle East by Rebecca Lowe. Then Dave highlights three books he was excited to see honored with Hugo Awards for sci-fi.
Traveling with Sleep Stories & New Books — 16 September 2022
Traveling with Sleep Stories & New Books — 16 September 2022
In this episode, we get excited about two new book releases: Ten Things I Hate About Me by Joe Tracini and Thistlefoot by Gennarose Nethercott. Then Mel explains how the Sleep Stories in the Calm app have taken her on adventures around the world.
Beautiful Street Art by NeSpoon & New Books — 09 September 2022
Beautiful Street Art by NeSpoon & New Books — 09 September 2022
In this episode, we get excited about two new book releases: Killers of a Certain Age by Deanna Raybourn and Fairy Tale by Stephen King. Then Mel takes us around Europe with the Polish street artist Nespoon.
Newfoundland Screech & New Books — 02 September 2022
Newfoundland Screech & New Books — 02 September 2022
In this episode, we get excited about two new book releases: these are the words by Nikita Gill and Daisy Darker by Alice Feeney. Then Dave explains the delightful tradition of newcomers to Newfoundland being ScreechedIn.
Shetland Series & New Books — 26 August 2022
Shetland Series & New Books — 26 August 2022
In this episode, we get excited about two new book releases: Portrait of an Unknown Woman by Daniel Silva and A Dreadful Splendor by B.R. Myers. Then Mel explains why she's smitten with Detective Inspector Jimmy Pérez and the Shetland TV series, based on the books by Ann Cleeves.
The Most Remote Island in the World & New Books — 05 August 2022
The Most Remote Island in the World & New Books — 05 August 2022
In this episode, we get excited about two new book releases: Kismet by Amina Akhtar and Alias Emma by Ava Glass. Then we think about running away to Tristan da Cunha, the worlds most remote inhabited island.
The Real 'Dirty Dancing' Hotel (?) & New Books — 29 July 2022
The Real 'Dirty Dancing' Hotel (?) & New Books — 29 July 2022
In this episode, we get excited about two new book releases: The Half Life of Valery K by Natasha Pulley and The Man Who Could Move Clouds: A Memoir by Ingrid Rojas Contreras. Then we go retro with Welcome to Kutshers, a documentary about the last surviving Jewish resort in the Catskills.
Postcards from Timbuktu & New Books — 15 July 2022
Postcards from Timbuktu & New Books — 15 July 2022
In this episode, we get excited about two new book releases: The Daughter of Doctor Moreau by Silvia Moreno-Garcia and A Prayer for the Crown-Shy by Becky Chambers. Then we daydream about receiving a postcard from the ancient city of Timbuktu.
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