A Well Read Life cover art

A Well Read Life

A Well Read Life

Written by: Beth Jamieson
Listen for free

About this listen

 A place to share stories about the reading life and good books. Join host Beth Jamieson as she meanders through her reading journey to discover the books that make up a well read life.Copyright 2025 All rights reserved. Art
Episodes
  • Hickory

    Hickory
    Jun 12 2024

    I hope you're enjoying the early days of summer. Today, I'm sharing the delightful, heartwarming story of Hickory by Palmer Brown. It is a new-to-me book, but it has quickly become a well-loved classic in our home.

    Show More Show Less
    17 mins
  • The Beauty and the Beast

    The Beauty and the Beast
    May 1 2024

    Today, I'm tackling one of the most well-known and beloved fairy tales of all time in its original form, Beauty and the Beast. Written in the 18th century by Gabrielle-Suzanne Barbot de Villeneuve, much of the story will be familiar, but this version has many unexpected twists and turns. I think you'll be pleasantly surprised by it.

    Show More Show Less
    20 mins
  • Snow White

    Snow White
    Apr 4 2024

    Once again, I'm continuing down the fairy tale rabbit hole. Today, I'm sharing about Snow White. It is a new-to-me version retold by the irreplaceable Joan Aiken, with lovely illustrations by Belinda Downes. And I credit it with changing my view of the story.
    Show More Show Less
    15 mins
No reviews yet