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Shelly Mutom of The Next Chapter bookstore highlights local book clubs and fresh reading recommendations in this week’s Between Two Covers.

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By Gabriel Escalera

Between Two Covers: Shelly’s Shortlist, Smart and Cozy

November 5th, 2025

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If your TBR pile is starting to threaten structural integrity, breathe easy: Shelly is here with a handful of books that deserve top billing on your nightstand. In a brisk, conversational Between Two Covers segment, she walks listeners through five picks that balance brainy ideas, warm characters, and the kind of storytelling that hooks you in the first chapter.

Below you’ll find quick reads and deeper dives — each with what to expect, who might love it, and the perfect time to crack it open. Together, they form a fantastic mix for book clubs that thrive on conversation, perspective, and the occasional friendly debate.

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