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655 Guilty Pleasures (with Mike Palindrome and Laurie Frankel) | My Last Book with Mary Flannery

The History of Literature

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Guilty Pleasures in Literature

This chapter explores the concept of guilty pleasures in reading, as the speakers reflect on their personal literary choices and the joy of indulging in books without societal judgment. They humorously navigate their reading habits, including juggling multiple books simultaneously and reveling in nostalgia for favorite childhood reads. The discussion also touches on the balance between highbrow literature and more commercial works, especially in the fantasy genre, emphasizing the thrill of storytelling regardless of genre.

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