Virginia Kantra discusses Meg & Jo | Book Club LIVE

Virginia Kantra discusses Meg & Jo | Book Club LIVE

Author: Under the Covers Book Blog January 27, 2026 Duration: 40:49

Novel Hour sits down for a chat with Virginia Kantra to discuss our January book club pick: Meg & Jo.

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Watch the video: https://youtube.com/live/x1822eXaxpg

Books Mentioned:

- Meg & Jo: https://rstyle.me/+OEUq7UC7pJNzblEwxB-6Rg

- Beth & Amy: https://rstyle.me/+bUUuGeVkg-vL4IfdO1L9uQ

- Anne of a Different Island: https://rstyle.me/+L9RgiUAMNIAxh25FZ1lixQ

- Whisper at the Lake: https://rstyle.me/+A8bLwac01gLNYZHYgz22CA

Resources Mentioned:

- Virginia shares her favorite contemporary heroines like Anne of Green Gables: https://www.underthecoversbookblog.com/if-you-love-anne-of-green-gables/

- March Sisters Series Guide: https://www.underthecoversbookblog.com/march-sisters-series/

My reviews:

- Meg & Jo: https://www.underthecoversbookblog.com/meg-and-jo-by-virginia-kantra/

- Beth & Amy: https://www.underthecoversbookblog.com/beth-and-amy-by-virginia-kantra/

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More January Releases I'm excited to read: https://www.underthecoversbookblog.com/january-2026-book-releases/

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If you've ever stayed up far too late, utterly lost in the world of a romance novel, you're in the right place. Reading Under the Covers: A Romance Novel Podcast is that feeling, turned into a conversation. Hosted by the two friends behind the Under the Covers Book Blog, this podcast feels like pulling up a chair in your favorite bookstore café. Each episode is a deep, often hilarious, and always heartfelt dive into the books they can't stop thinking about. You'll hear genuine, spoiler-filled discussions that dissect everything from beloved tropes and character chemistry to the sheer craft of storytelling. It's a celebration of the genre in all its forms-historical, contemporary, fantasy, and everything in between. More than just reviews, it's about the shared experience of reading: the anticipation of a new release, the comfort of a re-read, and the joy of finding a perfect book boyfriend. This is a space for fellow enthusiasts who understand that a great romance novel isn't just a story; it's an escape, a comfort, and a source of genuine delight. Tune in for passionate recommendations, thoughtful analysis, and the kind of enthusiastic fangirling that only true friends and book lovers can share.
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