{"version":"1.0","type":"rich","provider_name":"Acast","provider_url":"https://acast.com","height":250,"width":700,"html":"<iframe src=\"https://embed.acast.com/$/6087d3aca4a81031ba098a59/69d90a2300eb02bda1192b01?\" frameBorder=\"0\" width=\"700\" height=\"250\"></iframe>","title":"How I Got Out of a Reading Slump + 7 Book Reviews (Hits & Misses)","description":"<p>In this episode of&nbsp;<em>Quick Book Reviews</em>, Philippa Hall shares a mix of&nbsp;<strong>book recommendations, honest reviews, and practical tips for getting out of a reading slump</strong>.</p><p>Philippa also shares her experience appearing on&nbsp;<strong>BBC Breakfast</strong>&nbsp;and behind-the-scenes of recording while unwell (powered by Vonia and sheer determination!).</p><h2>Featured Books Reviewed</h2><ul><li><em>The Drowning Place</em>&nbsp;– Sarah Hilary ⭐ (highly recommended, potential book of the year)</li><li><em>Solitary Agents</em>&nbsp;– David Goodman ⭐ (thriller/spy crossover, gripping and accessible)</li><li><em>Operation Bounce House</em>&nbsp;– Matt Dinniman</li><li><em>Look What You Made Me Do</em>&nbsp;– John Lanchester</li></ul><h2>Reading Slump Fix: Philippa’s Tips</h2><p>If you’re struggling to read or feeling stuck in a reading slump, Philippa shares what worked for her:</p><ul><li>Take a break from reading (it will come back!)</li><li>Try a different format (audiobooks, graphic novels, poetry)</li><li>Re-read a favourite book</li><li>Limit your choices (pick a small stack and commit)</li><li>Visit a bookshop or library for inspiration</li><li>Don’t panic — reading slumps are normal</li></ul><h2>Books That Helped Philippa Out of a Reading Slump</h2><ul><li><em>The Wreck</em>&nbsp;– Lizzie Stewart</li><li><em>Slings and Arrows</em>&nbsp;– Nick McLachlan</li><li><em>A Family Matter</em>&nbsp;– Claire Lynch</li></ul><p>These three books completely reignited her love of reading.</p><p>Follow Quick Book Reviews for book recommendations, author interviews, and weekly podcast episodes.</p><p>📧 Email: quickbookreviews@outlook.com</p><p>📸 Instagram &amp; Threads:</p><p>@quick_book_reviews</p><p>🎵 TikTok: @quickbookreviews</p><p>🐦 X: @quickbookrevie3</p><p>🦋 Bluesky: quickbookreviews</p>","author_name":"Philippa Hall"}