Episodes
It's a great new episode on a series called Trapped in a Video Game by Dustin Brady.A Wonderful read for ages seven and up with examples of friendship and leadership worthy of imitating. Get full access to The Reader Club at randalmurphey.substack.com/subscribe
Published 09/24/24
Published 09/24/24
Today, I'm reviewing a book that has a 90s throwback feel full of adventure and fun! It is called The Key House by Mike Curtis. Get full access to The Reader Club at randalmurphey.substack.com/subscribe
Published 09/17/24
Today's Episode features The Soulburn Talisman by David McIlroy. It is an epic fantasy story with classic feels. The link to the book is an Amazon affiliate link helping to support this show. Get full access to The Reader Club at randalmurphey.substack.com/subscribe
Published 07/29/24
We're looking at Misfit Magic School by Marina J. Bowman. A magical school of misfits unable to control their powers? What could go wrong? Take a listen and find out. The link provided is an Amazon affiliate link which helps to support the show. Get full access to The Reader Club at randalmurphey.substack.com/subscribe
Published 07/22/24
We're reading The Wild Robot by Peter Brown today. An outdoorsman meets a robot book. A true sci-fi exploring questions of possibility. Take a listen if you want a sneak peak (though, no spoilers) before the movie comes out! The link I use for the book is an amazon affiliate link. This goes to support the show. Get full access to The Reader Club at randalmurphey.substack.com/subscribe
Published 07/15/24
A fantastic book and one that was a joy for me to read and review. About a young teen who wants to get away from the small town he's feels trapped in with all his troubles, but when the opportunity comes it's more than he imagined or bargained for. Jack Zulu and the Waylander's Key can be purchased here. I use Amazon Affiliate links to help support the show. Get full access to The Reader Club at randalmurphey.substack.com/subscribe
Published 07/08/24
If you are a fan of classic or dark fantasy, this is the book for you. Shiloh by Helena Sorensen. Forget about the fact that this is a YA book and a great one at that, this is a book that can be read and enjoyed even in adulthood. Forget about the fact that this is a Christian author, the book can be read and enjoyed by non-Christians. Most of all, I'm already looking forward to the next book in the series. The link to the book in the description is an Amazon Affiliate link. There's a little...
Published 07/01/24
Published 06/24/24
Taking your favorite stories from your youth and putting a dark twist on them? Yes, please. This review is about the first book in a series of Twisted Tales from Disney’s beloved animated films. A Whole New World, about Aladdin if Jafar got the Lamp first. It is making the stories for older audiences, but it’s still toned down and friendly enough to casually enjoy for a few hours. It’s the company of an old friend who has fallen on hard times. It is the Job of Disney stories. And… It is...
Published 06/17/24
Jennifer Jahn Guest hosts today bringing us a younger children's book review with an excellent kingdom-minded theme! Enjoy the show! For her written review click here. Get full access to The Reader Club at randalmurphey.substack.com/subscribe
Published 06/10/24
Today I'm reviewing an epic hero's journey type book, The Pennymores by Eric Koester, (amazon affiliate link to support the podcast) which I hope is the first book in a series. Take a listen! Get full access to The Reader Club at randalmurphey.substack.com/subscribe
Published 06/03/24
Today's episode features a wonderful book called Pages & Co. The Bookwanderers, which is a book about, well, books and a bookstore. And a hint of magical realism. Take a listen and use the affiliate link above which helps support the show. Get full access to The Reader Club at randalmurphey.substack.com/subscribe
Published 05/27/24
Talking with my daughter about The Wingfeather Saga (this is an affiliate link that helps support the show). A fun interview where I ask questions about the book series. There are a few spoilers, just so you know! Get full access to The Reader Club at randalmurphey.substack.com/subscribe
Published 05/20/24
Get carried away to a whole new world, or maybe an old familiar world in this book review on the middle-grade Castle Series by Diana Wynne Jones.  The link is an affiliate link that helps support the program. Get full access to The Reader Club at randalmurphey.substack.com/subscribe
Published 05/13/24
Today's episode is all about a cat. If you're a dog person, I am too, but I loved this book nonetheless. Please take a listen, and if you'd like to buy the book after the review, you can use the affiliate link below and help support the show.   The Cat Who Saved Books Get full access to The Reader Club at randalmurphey.substack.com/subscribe
Published 05/06/24
Today we're reviewing a book by David Farr about two children, a powerful book, and an awful dictator. If you're interested in purchasing the book after listening, I've provided an affiliate link below which pays me a little and helps support the podcast.   The Book of Stolen Dreams Get full access to The Reader Club at randalmurphey.substack.com/subscribe
Published 04/26/24
We're exploring a book that transports its readers to magical realms on Earth. Chivalrous adventures await in this book, along with great characters, and great topics for Biblical discussions. This is an affiliate link that pays me a little. The Witch, the Sword, and the Cursed Knights Get full access to The Reader Club at randalmurphey.substack.com/subscribe
Published 04/19/24
This is a podcast that reviews books in the middle-grade to young-adult age range from a Christian perspective. Hosted by a guy who is currently writing a book for the same age range. Find out more at https://randalmurphey.com/   Get full access to The Reader Club at randalmurphey.substack.com/subscribe
Published 04/13/24