The Walking Book Club®
Move More,
Thrive More
The Walking Book Club® began as a tool to help my clients move more with enjoyment. It grew tremendously during the pandemic, becoming a source of connection and motivation when we needed it most.
One of the greatest highlights of this journey was raising over $15,000 for charities through our Heart & Soul book chats with bestselling authors—helping people stay engaged, inspired, and supported during a difficult time.
As with life, things evolve and change.
The Walking Book Club® has shifted into a valuable resource for audiobook reviews designed to keep you moving.
Our unique Sneaker Rating System evaluates books based on motivation to move, narration quality, and overall experience, making it easy to find engaging stories that will have you walking just one more block.
We welcome your reviews and recommendations—because the best journeys are shared.
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“I think about all the pain and injustice the world and the role that book clubs can play in opening up dialogue. I really feel like book clubs can help facilitate more candid dialogue around important issues of racial injustice and inequality.
A book club like yours can really promote positive change. Anything that gets people talking and listening outside their own bubble of reality is a really important thing right now. So keep up the great work.”
– Jeanine Cummins, author, American Dirt
“The Walking Book Club® helped me reach at least 10,000 steps every day and motivated me to take an extra walk in the evening on many days to get my 10,000. Once I left the house, it was hard to come home because the book was so good. So I often exceeded my goals.
I have lost about 10 lbs since we started, and though much of that is attributed to careful eating, every bit helps! The slow burn of the walk is a wonderful addition to my regular, higher intensity workouts. Plus my dog loves it.”
– Molly
“The Walking Book Club® increased my motivation and enjoyment of movement. When I move/exercise it not only helps me physically but also mentally. Exercise is a stress reliever and a mood enhancer for me. When I exercise, I feel like I am doing something for me because I am important too!
Connecting with others in the Walking Book Club has been a great value to me as I’m a stay at home mom. Sharing my health and fitness goals and my love for books has been great.”
– Laura
“Thank you for starting The Walking Book Club®.
This is a time when so many people need connection and a bit of an escape from everyday strife, and you’re reaching out and providing both, plus a reason to get out and walk, another thing that helps us all keep on keeping on.”
– Lisa Wingate, author, The Book of Lost Friends
Answers to Frequently Asked Questions
If you're considering joining The Walking Book Club®, you might have questions about logistics. We are an unconventional club, after all, not to mention an innovative way to build more movement into your life. These FAQs explain it all.
What’s new with The Walking Book Club®?
We’re now your go-to resource for audiobooks that inspire movement!
The Walking Book Club® has grown into a carefully curated collection of audiobook reviews designed to keep you engaged and on your feet.
Our unique Sneaker Rating System helps you find books with compelling stories and top-tier narration, making every step more enjoyable.
What is the Sneaker Rating System?
Our Sneaker Rating System evaluates audiobooks based on three key factors:
- Motivation to Move – Does the story make you want to keep going?
- Narration Quality – Is the audiobook so engaging that you lose track of time?
- Overall Experience – How does the story, narration, and pacing come together to create an immersive listening experience?
The better a book scores in these areas, the more sneakers it earns!
How Can I Engage with The Walking Book Club®?
There are plenty of ways to be part of The Walking Book Club® community!
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Discover and try our audiobook recommendations
Let great storytelling keep you moving. Each book is reviewed using our signature Sneaker Rating System.
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Help others find their next great listen by submitting your review (300–500 words encouraged).
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Revisit Heart & Soul book chats
Watch past conversations with bestselling authors here
What does health coaching have to do with The Walking Book Club®?
As a National Board-Certified Health Coach, I know that movement is one of the most powerful tools for well-being.
Pairing great audiobooks with movement makes it easier to build healthy habits that last. If you’re looking for more ways to thrive—beyond just walking—I invite you to explore my coaching services.
Do I have to walk, or can I be active in other ways?
Any activity counts - chores, gardening, cooking, etc. Non-Exercise Active Thermogenesis or NEAT energy is a significant contributor to overall health.
What if my walking environment isn’t safe? Or the weather is bad?
Try listening while doing daily life activities, like chores around the house.
One of my favorite non-exercise activities is prepping fruits, veggies, and healthy meals. The Walking Book Club can make repetitive tasks like laundry more enjoyable.
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