Kindred Spirits Book Club

S1, Ep 5: Diana and Friendship

What is a bosom friend, exactly? In this episode, we take on that question and talk all about the wonderful girl who became Anne’s dearest friend and most ardent supporter. Come for the raspberry cordial, stay for our thoughts on long-standing childhood friendships, Diana’s “dark side,” and whether Anne and Diana’s intimacy can be read as something more.
Inspired by:
Ragon is inspired by the book Big Friendship: How We Keep Each Other Close by Aminatou Sow and Ann Friedman, and recommends going on a friend date!
Kelly is inspired by raspberry cordial shenanigans and suggests trying the Rogue Brewery Raspberry Tartlandia beer.
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S1, Ep 4: Marilla and Motherhood

We start our series of character studies and dive deep into Marilla Cuthbert, her journey in non-traditional motherhood and how her sarcasm covers up her inner softness.  We explore how Marilla's religion has shaped her parenting and give our own Marilla inspired recommendations!
Inspired by:
Ragon is inspired by the Anne of Green Gables cookbook by Kate Macdonald for some delicious Avonlea inspired recipes.
Kelly is inspired by Marilla and recommends saving your clothes when cooking by wearing a linen crossback apron.
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S1, Ep 3: Anne Plot Recap Continued

In this episode, Kelly and Ragon discuss the second half of the book, how Anne's hair dyeing incident affected them, and one of the saddest death's in children's literature.  
Inspired by:
Kelly is inspired by puffed sleeve brown dresses!
Ragon is inspired by an Anne book necklace from Tiny Book Town on Etsy
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S1, Ep 2: Anne of Green Gables Plot Recap

In Episode 2, Ragon and Kelly begin our plot recap of Anne of Green Gables, taking us through the first year of Anne's life in Avonlea, her many iconic scrapes and encounters, and share some "Inspired by Anne" recommendations!  
Inspired by:
Kelly is inspired by delicious Anne of Green Gables tea from  Novel Tea Tins.
Ragon is inspired by the Anne Chapter Books by Kallie George, illustrated by Abigail Halprin
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S1, Ep1: Introduction

Welcome to Kindred Spirits Book Club!  In this episode your hosts Ragon Duffy and Kelly Gerner introduce themselves, discuss why Anne of Green Gables is so influential in their lives, and talk about what makes a kindred spirit!