2026 Micro Genres with Anderson McKean | Ep. 232

In Episode 232, Sarah is joined by returning guest Anderson McKean of Page & Palette Bookstore for the 2026 edition of Micro Genres! Each year, this series gives us a chance to niche down even further into the kinds of books we love — spotlighting those very specific sub-sub-genres that capture a particular reading taste. This year, Sarah and Anderson have 10 all-new Micro Genres to share, along with standout books for each. With more than 80 books mentioned, you're bound to find a few new additions to your TBR — and maybe recognize a Micro Genre or two of your own.

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Politically-Adjacent Stories (Sarah)

• The Hopefuls by Jennifer Close (2016) | Amazon | Bookshop.org [3:00] 
• Charlotte Walsh Like to Win by Jo Piazza (2018) | Amazon | Bookshop.org [3:11] 
• American Wife by Curtis Sittenfeld (2008) | Amazon | Bookshop.org [3:36]
• Rodham by Curtis Sittenfeld (2020) | Amazon | Bookshop.org [3:38]
• Vantage Point by Sara Sligar (2025) | Amazon | Bookshop.org [3:47]
• The Emperor of Ocean Park (Elm Harbor, 1) by Stephen L. Carter (2002) | Amazon | Bookshop.org [4:48]
• Palace Council (Elm Harbor, 3) by Stephen L. Carter (2008) | Amazon | Bookshop.org [4:49] 
• The Boomerang by Robert Bailey (2025) | Amazon | Bookshop.org [5:23]
• State of Terror by Louise Penny and Hillary Clinton (2021) | Amazon | Bookshop.org [6:14] 
• The Situation Room by George Stephanopoulos (2024) | Amazon | Bookshop.org [6:55] 
• Becoming by Michelle Obama (2018) | Amazon | Bookshop.org [8:18] 
• From the Corner of the Oval by Beck Dorey-Stein (2018) | Amazon | <