Lit with Lara Ashley
Lit with Lara Ashley is your passport to all things bookish, one indie shelf at a time. Hosted by Lara Ashley, this twice-monthly solo podcast explores the latest book trends, delivers honest book reviews, and spotlights indie authors and small press gems.
Lit with Lara Ashley
Episode 1: Books That Sit With You
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In the first official episode, Lara Ashley dives into The Girl Who Fell Beneath the Sea by Axie Oh. A beautifully written fantasy inspired by Korean mythology.
Lara Ashley shares how this book found her at the end of 2025, why it felt like the perfect story to open the podcast with, & what made Mina such a compelling and unforgettable heroine. Together, we explore themes of sacrifice, quiet bravery, compassion & the power of questioning the stories we’ve always been told.
Grab your favorite drink, get comfortable & settle in-this episode is lit.