Book Interrupted

Welcome to Book Interrupted, a book club for busy people to connect and one that celebrates life’s interruptions.

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About the Show

Welcome to Book Interrupted, a book club for busy people to connect and one that celebrates life’s interruptions.

Meet our Hosts

Sarah Diop

Sarah Diop

Sarah is the producer, audio editor, healer, writer, and heart of Book Interrupted. She’s passionate about reading, dancing, cooking, gardening, travel, tea, pottery, and cozy fires, all of which make their way into her thoughtful reflections on books and life. Sarah lives between Canada and Senegal with her family, and her life philosophy is to “replace should with could” to live a life worthy of you.

Kara Jessie Steyaert

Kara Jessie Steyaert

Kara is a business and life coach as well as a psychotherapist who brings deep insight and humour to Book Interrupted. Based in Kitchener, Ontario, she is a wife and mom who’s passionate about reading, writing, storytelling, and personal growth. From attachment theory to archetypes, Kara’s eclectic interests shape how she explores books and life with the club.

Lindsay Schwietz

Lindsay Schwietz

Lindsay works as an Assistant General Manager and Sommelier at a high-end Japanese restaurant in Toronto. With a background in theatre and journalism, she’s a perpetual learner, yoga, painting, baking, writing novels (unfinished by choice!), and extensive wine certifications all keep her busy. Lindsay’s adventurous spirit and love for books and stories add rich texture to their podcast conversations.

Meredith Kaknevicius

Meredith Kaknevicius

Meredith is a process engineer based in Northern British Columbia. She balances life with her husband and two kids while pursuing her passions for snowboarding, music, biking, backcountry camping, learning, and craft hobbies like woodworking and brewing. Her thoughtful and curious nature makes her contributions to Book Interrupted deeply reflective and intellectually engaging.

Lia MacBean

Lia MacBean

Lia is a tattoo artist, wife, and mother living in Burlington, Ontario. With a strong artistic flair and passion for drawing and sculpting clay, she brings creativity and bold perspective to her podcast contributions. Life experiences, including childhood epilepsy and a close family bond, have shaped her resilience and adaptability, qualities she brings to both her art and her love of literature.

Kim Lenton

Kim Lenton

Kim is a recovery coach from the Okanagan Valley in British Columbia who brings heart and honesty to Book Interrupted. A lifelong reader and personal growth enthusiast, she enjoys tarot reading, puzzles, TV binges, and creative activities like painting and music. Kim’s journey lend a grounded, human viewpoint to every book and discussion.

Ashley Lariviere

Ashley Lariviere

Ashley joined Book Interrupted as a fan and quickly became a beloved part-time podcaster thanks to her humour, warmth, and love for books. Born in Thunder Bay and now based in Penticton, she’s passionate about reading, baking, hiking, gardening, and making people laugh. Ashley’s journey to the show from listener to contributor, reflects the community-centered spirit of Book Interrupted.