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Shelf Love is about romance novels and how they reflect, explore, challenge, and shape desire. Host Andrea Martucci invites experts from a variety of perspectives to critically engaging with romance novels. Listen for discussions of individual books, genre discourse, and scholarly topics.
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Cousins, self-professed romantasy book nerds, and unapologetic fangirls, Charlie and Melina deliver a slightly unhinged, but passionate podcast reviewing your favorite romantasy books! Each epsiode we're spilling the tea with in-depth chapter summaries, sharing theories and predictions for upcoming romantasy books, and discussing our favorite (and least favorite) tropes, "hot topics" and spicy takes! Currently reviewing: House of Flame and Shadow by Sarah J. Maas (author of the ACOTAR and Th ...
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We’re Ashley and Liz, two real-life besties who’ve loved books since we first learned to read, so naturally, we started a podcast! We would say the rest is history but in actuality, it's just the beginning. So come join us in the next chapter of our lives as we introduce ourselves, and laugh our way through the world of books with a focus on Fantasy, Romantasy, and Dark Romance. Of course we have love for all book genres, but those are our absolute favorites! Don't be shy, subscribe! New Pod ...
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Romance Recs

Jordan, Devonnie, & Christina

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Three book besties explore the world of romance novels and encourage you to expand your TBR. Join us as we dive into fan favorite tropes and subgenres from Romantasy to Dark Romance to Young Adult. Discover new indie authors and discuss major releases with us, spoiler free! Mature content is discussed.
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Imaginary Worlds sounds like what would happen if NPR went to ComicCon and decided that’s all they ever wanted to cover. Host Eric Molinsky spent over a decade working as a public radio reporter and producer, and he uses those skills to create thoughtful, sound-rich episodes about science fiction, fantasy, and other genres of speculative fiction. Every other week, he talks with comic book artists, game designers, novelists, screenwriters, filmmakers, and fans about how they craft their world ...
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The Kobo Writing Life Podcast features exciting interviews with bestselling authors, tips on the craft and business of writing, and advice for a successfully self-publishing career. Millions of readers are waiting to discover your book - publish today at www.kobo.com/writinglife.
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A Pod of Smut and Wingspan

Bethan Davies & Samantha Day

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Two romantasy obsessed friends who like to talk sh*t about smut, wingspan and sometimes books! Tune in every Wednesday where we get lost in the captivating worlds of our favourite books! From hotties with wings to swoon-worthy storylines, we'll explore it all! If you love series like ACOTAR, Throne of Glass, Crescent City, Fourth Wing, The Book of Azreal, Spark of the Everflame, Quicksilver, Dawn of Onyx and Six of Crows then we have you covered!
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Kelsey and Amanda are two book besties who love to "Lit the Sh*t" out of books they love and hate! In their Lit it or Quit It episodes, Kelsey and Amanda are forced to read the other's favorite books. While Amanda loves to read historical fiction and mystery/thrillers, you'll find Kelsey curled up with just about any romantasy. They discuss the books at length and, in the end, decide whether the book is a "Lit It" or "Quit It"! Every month they'll also give some book recs you just can't miss ...
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Join best friends, Hannah & Karen, as we travel through the pages of our favorite romantasy novels, starting with Rebecca Yarros' 'The Empyrean' series. Perfect for those who have soared through both 'Fourth Wing' and 'Iron Flame,' our podcast re-explores these beloved books with fresh insights and lively discussions! *All episodes include spoilers for the entirety of Fourth Wing and Iron Flame* Each week, we embark on a new chapter-by-chapter adventure, beginning with a summary report from ...
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The Plot With A Twist

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Roe, Allorah, and Shaye are three vivacious 30s-to-40s bibliomaniac friends of the feminine variety who love nothing more than a good book, a great cocktail, and chatting all literary things savvy, smutty, and sassy in the fantasy, romance, YA, and thriller genres!
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Finding Fantasy Reads is for ravenous readers who are eager to find their next favorite character, series, or world by sampling clean fantasy short stories from a variety of authors. New episodes are released every Tuesday morning. This show is hosted by Karyne Norton, author of epic fantasy and reader of all types of fantasy. Narration of short stories is performed by either Karyne Norton or Paeter Frandsen, host of the Christian Geek Central Podcast.
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Two friends that wanna share their love of books. Join us every Sunday as we unravel the enchanting worlds of literature, from heartwarming romances to thrilling high-stakes adventures. With each episode, we invite you to explore our favorite reads, engage in lively discussions, and uncover hidden gems together. Whether you're a seasoned reader or just beginning your reading journey, our podcast promises to ignite your passion for books. Join us as we turn the pages of friendship and embark ...
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Spicy Audio Roleplay, Boyfriend ASMR, Romantic Audiobooks, Dark Romance, Romantasy, DDLG, CNC and more! Listen to explore your deepest and darkest fantasies. Find out what you like.
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The Fantasy Writers' Toolshed

The Fantasy Writers' Toolshed

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The Fantasy Writers' Toolshed is devoted to all things creative writing, fantasy fiction and book marketing. Hosted by writer Richie Billing, expect interviews with bestselling fantasy authors, historians, psychologists and the occasional FBI agent. New episode released on the 14th of each month. WRITING TIPS https://richiebilling.com/ JOIN OUR DISCORD COMMUNITY AND GET OUR NEWSLETTER https://mailchi.mp/be6082d43b39/the-writers-toolshed EXCLUSIVE RESOURCES AND FANTASY WRITING WORKSHOPS https ...
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Is this a kissing book? Of Swords and Soulmates features two couples (and sometimes more), with varying reading preferences and experiences, as they read, listen, and sometimes watch romantasy stories and discuss plot, fantasy elements, romance, spice, theories, and more. Join us for our non-expert opinions as we discuss, argue, rave, rant, and hopefully entertain. We may just help you find your next reading obsession or at least contribute to that TBR list!
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Bookish Flights is a show where we tell our stories through our favorite books. It is sure to grow your to-be read (TBR) pile and not leave you wondering what to read next. We are all busy and this show encourages you to make time for your reading life. You will be inspired to read more, to try a new genre and to get more out of your reading life. If you want to read more good books, you have come to the right place! Head over to www.BookishFlights.com to learn more. This show will provide a ...
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In Our Bookish Era

In Our Bookish Era

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A Book Lovers Podcast. Listen in as Rachael and Kristia, two long distance besties, chat about the books they've been loving recently. Warning: your TBR may be in danger! Music: www.purple-planet.com Sound Effects: www.zapslat.com
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Hi! We're Lozzy & Becky! We are two sisters from New South Wales, Australia, bringing you our book podcast, The Marsh Metaphor, where we find ourselves falling into the worlds created by some of the best and aspiring fantasy book authors. In each episode, we break down the pages of our favourite books, tell you what we loved and what we didn’t and give you our predictions for what we think is in store for our favourite characters next. Our podcast is definitely NOT spoiler friendly, so if yo ...
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Touch Her & DIE! is a brand new book review and discussion podcast with a delicious focus on the Romantasy and Paranormal Romance genres and subgenres. Join me as I delve into everything that this special corner of the literary world has to offer. I’ll talk about big hits and new releases, series and standalones. I'll chat with fans and fandom experts and get those all-important reader recs. Hopefully, there'll even be opportunities to invite authors and guest speakers to discuss the worlds ...
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Sometimes you just gotta talk about stories. You know…the ones that keep you up at night, the ones that make you cry at 2am once you finally type THE END, the ones that burrow deep into your heart and refuse to leave. That's what we do here at Storytelling Sirens. I chat with amazing authors and writers, the folks who unlock the magic of stories for us. We'll dive into their journeys, the moments that sparked their imaginations, and the experiences that fuel their writing. So, grab your favo ...
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Call us Smut Enthusiasts. Call us Smut Scholars. Call us Smut Evangelists. We are The Smut Report: Let’s talk dirty books. Erin, Holly, and Ingrid have been reading romance novels together for 20 years—and we love talking about them. Blog | All show notes Connect with us! Facebook | Instagram | Twitter
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High & Low

Elevated Entertainment, LLC

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Want to know what’s happening on your favorite guilty-pleasure shows? Curious about whether that new movie is worth seeing? Wish someone would break it all down with the perfect balance of recaps, research, and sporadic rants? Welcome to High & Low where the highs and lows of reality shows, movies, and the human condition are met with humor and a low tolerance for B.S. hosted by Bravobravoduckingbravo and featuring questions and comments from the Bravosphere. Wanna support the pod? Links bel ...
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In 2022, two authors debuted in the same genre, with the same publisher, in the same year. Yet each of their books, and subsequently each of their careers, went in very different directions. That pattern repeats itself throughout the industry, over and over. Why does this happen, and what does it mean? In this Hugo-nominated podcast, we aim to answer those questions and many more, using collated experiences from ourselves, friends, colleagues, and a slew of industry professionals in an attem ...
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Holding Space

Dr. Cassidy Freitas

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Hey parents, tune in as Dr. Cassidy Freitas holds space for conversations with experts from around the world and parents who have been through it. With a background in Marriage and Family Therapy, Dr. Cassidy offers education in topics ranging from pregnancy, fertility, postpartum, parenting, partner relationships, emotional wellness, creative living and more! This podcast is not a substitute for therapy and if you're struggling you should seek help from a licensed provider in your area. Fol ...
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Parents Who Write

Erin P.T. Canning

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Repeat after me: "I cannot do the dishes until I sit down and write for at least 10 minutes." Welcome to Parents Who Write, the podcast that helps you pursue your writing dreams. Join host, Erin P.T. Canning—an indie author, editor, writing coach, and mom of two young boys—as she helps you to regularly make time for your writing, strengthen your voice, and gain confidence and direction, so you can own your identity as a writer and thrive as an author. You’ll hear from other writers and autho ...
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Prickly Pens Podcast

Michelle Monkou, G. S. Samuels, Julia Canchola

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Prickly Pens Podcast is a platform of discussions with three friends who are also authors on the writing journey: Michelle Monkou, Julia Canchola, G. S. Samuels. During each episode, each co-host will add to the discussion around, not only the writing journey, but issues and topics of our lives. Michelle Monkou is a multi-published author, USA TODAY Best Selling author, and former president and board member of Romance Writers of America (RWA). She has published over 25 titles and currently w ...
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Mark Dawson is a best selling self-published author on multiple platforms including Amazon and Kobo. He is the author of the John Milton thriller series and its spin-off Beatrix Rose. In addition, he’s written several ‘Soho Noir' novels. Mark’s breakthrough came when he developed a marketing strategy for promoting and selling his books. His swift success enabled him to quit his 9 to 5 job and he has generated gross revenues of more than a million dollars in less than five years. Mark has bec ...
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A rant about high-stakes games we're forced to play when dealing with American healthcare, reading two hyped romantasy books in two days, and a recap of Real Housewives of Orange County/The Shannon Show. Shannon gets a car fitted with a breathalyzer, Emily reflects on her anger with Jen, and a lackluster, off-off-off Broadway performance of The Tra…
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In this episode of "The Book Fix," hosts Yajaira and Cheli continue the gilded duology by revieing Marissa Meyer's enchanting sequel, "Cursed." This book continues to follow our main character Serilda who is trying to survive the ghostly mansion and the Erlking. Tune in to hear their final thoughts, ratings, and whether they think "Cursed" lives up…
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Send us a text It’s week 4 of Ashley and Liz’s Harry Potter journey and BOY do we have some things to say about this 752 page book. Shockingly… Yes, we were banned from reading Harry Potter as kids, so we are spending these 8 weeks discovering everything for the first time… with you! Episode 4 covers book 4: Harry Potter & the Goblet of Fire. The f…
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In this episode of The Book Fix, Yajaira and Cheli delve into Incidents Around the House by Josh Malerman, a chilling tale told from the perspective of eight-year-old Bela. The story begins with Bela discovering an eerie entity in her closet, which she calls "Other Mommy." As time passes, the entity starts to appear more frequently, not just in her…
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Send us a text In today’s episode, I am chatting with Alina Adams. Alina is a New Your Time best-selling author, soap opera insider and pioneer in online storytelling. She was born in the Soviet Union and immigrated with her parents to the U.S. at age 7, where she learned English by watching American soap operas at their home in San Francisco. Alin…
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Come join us as we discuss Reckless, the second installment in the Powerless Trilogy by Lauren Roberts! After surviving the Purging Trials, Ordinary-born Paedyn Gray has killed the King, and kickstarted a Resistance throughout the land. Now she’s running from the one person she had wanted to run to. Kai Azer is now Ilya’s Enforcer, loyal to his bro…
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Join us for some fangirling, laughter, and a whole lot of love for Taylor! 💖 In this bonus episode, we’re sharing all the magical, serendipitous moments from Taylor Swift’s The Eras Tour in London—front row barricade! 🎤✨ We dive into how Taylor has been the soundtrack to our lives and friendship, and how all of the dominoes cascaded in a line befor…
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Be sure to stop by our freshly minted Facebook group which you can find HERE In this episode of The Plot With A Twist, hosts Roe, Allorah, and Shaye dive into the fascinating world of hockey romance, with a focus on the popular book Icebreaker by Hannah Grace. The discussion covers everything from the charismatic male lead, Nate, to the complexitie…
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The second part of the dive into a lengthy court case that resulted from a dramatic breakup between Luis Ruelas and Vanessa Reiser in 2020, a relationship that has continued to produce legal issues well into 2024. Court documents detail allegations of missing engagement rings, mistreatment, money transfers, and outbursts at charity events involving…
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Join your fellow squad mates, Hannah and Karen, as they dive into chapters 13-16 + 16 Xaden’s POV of Fourth Wing, re-experiencing the story through the lens of Iron Flame! Hannah and Karen begin with a ‘Scribe Report’ (chapter summary) before diving into the discussion and analysis section on key moments, featuring transformative insights from Rebe…
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Have you ever read a book and the world falls away? Pay attention to those moments. Because as writers, we can learn a lot from the books that inspire us. We should study what works and why. We can also explore what didn’t work for us and learn how that knowledge can also shape us into the writers we want to be. In today’s episode, host Erin P.T. C…
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In this episode of the KWL Podcast, we were joined by Hanna Wheeler, translator and copywriter who has worked on translating several Kobo Originals titles (check out Iris Visser’s books)! Hanna grew up in a bilingual family and is fluent in both English and Dutch, and has translated a variety of titles, from biographies to children’s pictures and m…
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Important Links: The Author: Karyne Norton's website, where you can get The Light That Burns for free Karyne Norton's Kickstarter for Salt in the Seas, the second book in The Half-Light Chronicles, which is the same world The Light That Burns is set in The Narrator: Paeter Frandsen's websiteBy Narrated by Paeter Frandsen
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Send us a text Today’s Episode is BATB Podcast very first author interview! With none other than Lindsay Straube, Amazon BESTSELLING author of her popular love triangle basilisk romance, Split or Swallow. *Author interviews will always be spoiler free so everyone can enjoy them and determine whether or not we want to add these books to our never-en…
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In this episode of The Book Fix podcast, Yajaira and Cheli take on the chilling debut novel We Used to Live Here by Marcus Kliewer. Described as a blend of Get Out and Parasite, this book takes listeners on a suspenseful journey with Eve and Charlie, a young, queer couple who flip houses. Their latest project seems like a dream come true until the …
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In this episode of Holding Space, Dr. Cassidy sits down with Megan McNamee, a registered dietitian nutritionist and co-founder of Feeding Littles, to discuss the intersection of perfectionism, parenting, and feeding children. Megan shares insights on how parents can move away from the pressures of perfectionism, especially in the context of feeding…
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Send us a text In today’s episode, I had the pleasure of being interviewed by my dear friend, Jacqui Lents from the Jacqui Just Chatters podcast. We covered a lot of ground, discussing everything from my TBR list and favorite episodes to inspiring guests and whether there might be some book writing in my future. You'll also get to hear the story be…
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We're baaaccck! Your two favorite night owls are back, we may have a new name, but you can still count on us telling you about the books we've been reading and loving lately. While we were away, Rachael was in her New Mom Era while Kristia fell into her Romantasy/Smut Era. With lots of pages read since we last chatted, buckle in for quite the episo…
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Episode #24: Romantasy Reads Podcast Cousins, self-professed romantasy book nerds, and unapologetic romantasy fangirls, Charlie and Melina review the first half of author Hemant Nayak's debut release: A Magic Fierce and Bright (contains spoilers!) Thank you to Simon & Schuster for sending us this book! WHAT WE COVER IN THIS EPISODE: - Plot overview…
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Send us a text Here we are in week 3 of Ashley & Liz’s Harry Potter Minisode Series! Yes, we were banned from reading Harry Potter as kids, and yes, we’re reading them for the first time now as elder Millennials. And we wanna talk about them with you! Episode 3 covers book 3: Harry Potter & the Prisoner of Azkaban. The first five-ish minutes are sp…
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A brief update on Tom Girardi being found guilty and what court cases are next. Then, a discussion of JDJ and Alexis announcing their engagement (perfectly timed just before the reunion taping) before a rapid recap of episodes 6 and 7 that cover rival girl's trips, several heart to hearts, an apple pie being violated, and a sit-down meeting for ex-…
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In this episode of The Book Fix, Yajaira and Cheli dive into the world of Beach Read by Emily Henry. The hosts explore the unique dynamic between the two main characters, January and Gus, both writers dealing with creative blocks who make a bet to swap genres in an attempt to rekindle their inspiration. Join the besties as they discuss whether or n…
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Send us a text Ever wondered how book bans impact the genres we love, particularly romance and romantasy? This week on "Of Swords and Soulmates," we begin with a light-hearted mix-up about Jonathan's podcast persona, JP. Then, we're thrilled to share the latest buzz from the romanticist book world, spotlighting Katie Roberts' stunning opus collecti…
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When I began my podcast in September 2014, I was mostly sticking with topics that I was familiar with like blockbuster movies and animation. I liked science fiction, but I was not as familiar with traditional fantasy, literature, tabletop games, and most anime. My understanding of the depth and breadth of imaginary worlds kept expanding, and when I…
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Send us a text In today’s episode, I am chatting with Hannah Mae. Since day one, Hannah Mae and her two sisters were instilled with a love of God and His Scriptures by their loving parents. Encouraged by her friends and family, Hannah transformed her game design, Celestial, into her very first book. Now, she can’t imagine life without writing. Epis…
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Come join us as we discuss Powerful, the first Novella in the Powerless Trilogy by Lauren Roberts! Adena and Paedyn have always been inseparable. Fate brought them together when they were young, but friendship ensured they’d always protect each other and the home they built in the slums of Loot. But now Paedyn – an Ordinary – has been selected for …
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Exploring 'Leather and Lark': Deep Dives and Dark Humor This episode of The Plot With A Twist features hosts Roe, Allorah, and Shaye as they delve into Leather and Lark by Brynn Weaver, the second book in the Ruinous Love Trilogy. The hosts discuss key plot points, character dynamics, thematic elements, and provide an in-depth analysis of Lachlan a…
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Hey Sirens! Get ready for a super fun chat with the amazing Zack Albertini, author of Drake's Search For A Happy Ending. Zack shares his inspiring journey, from his early days as a writer and working in television production to his recent Substack publication. He also discusses how poetry has enriched his creative process and how others can benefit…
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Send us a text We’re back in your ears with Part 3 of your favorite silly series where we respond to “Am I The A Hole” Bookish Questions from Reddit, and then pose those same questions to you, our listeners! Do we think that curating your own free little library to NOT include ancient Tom Clancy paperbacks makes you an a hole? What about giving awa…
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In this episode of The Book Fix, Yajaira and Cheli explore the intricate world of Markless by CG Malburi, a sapphic fantasy novel where power, identity, and love intertwine in a society ruled by magical marks. Yajaira and Cheli dive into the story of Ruti, a Markless woman in a world where worth is determined by the mark on your palm. Despite being…
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Join your fellow squad mates, Hannah and Karen, as they dive into chapters 10-12 of Fourth Wing, re-experiencing the story through the lens of Iron Flame! Hannah and Karen begin with a ‘Scribe Report’ (chapter summary) before crossing the gauntlet into the discussion and analysis section: key moments, foreshadowing, & transformative insights from I…
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Year of the Unicorn by Andre Norton is a 1965 fantasy novel with subtle romantic elements. How does this vintage novel featuring outsider characters compare with today’s romantasy? Romance reader Kassi joins Shelf Love to discuss Gillan’s journey of identity, empowerment, and agency as she embarks on an adventure: arranged marriage with a were Ride…
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Kelsey and Amanda are two book besties who love to Lit the Shit Out of books they love and hate! Lit it or Quit It episodes has Kelsey and Amanda reading the other's favorite books. Amanda loves to read Historical Fiction and Mystery/Thrillers while you'll find Kelsey curled up with just about any Romantasy. They discuss the books at length and, in…
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An audio version of my 2021 Instagram dive where a cursory search to learn more about Teresa's new man, Luis Ruelas, led to a lengthy court case with his ex-fiancée, Vanessa Reiser. The winding tale and transcripts seemed to be the source for multiple news articles about his character. A thorough review of the case painted a picture of a dysfunctio…
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Send us a text Welcome back to Ashley & Liz’s Harry Potter Minisode series! We were BANNED from reading Harry Potter as kids, so naturally, we’d grow up to read them in our mid 30’s and podcast about it. Episode 2 covers book 2: Harry Potter & the Chamber of Secrets. The first five-ish minutes are spoiler free with our one sentence rapid star revie…
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In this episode of The Book Fix, Yajaira and Cheli dive into "Reckless" by Lauren Roberts, a gripping follow-up to "Powerless" that focuses on Paedyn, an Ordinary on the run while Kai, her loce interest is hunting her down. As the enforcer for his brother, King Kit, Kai is tasked with hunting down Paedyn after she kills their father. Yajaira and Ch…
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This week, Sam and Tex are back to discuss the latest twists and turns in Throne of Glass by Sarah J. Maas, covering chapters 30 through 55. Things are heating up for Celaena Sardothien as she faces new challenges, both on and off the battlefield. In this episode, we’ll explore the mounting tension within the castle, the deepening relationships tha…
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Send us a Text Message. Eli Gardner is an award-winning author of 7 books. She is a military veteran with over a dozen deployments to the Middle East. The time spent overseas and the beauty she finds in misunderstood places and topics, inspires much of her writing. She writes in the genres of historical fiction, fairytale retellings, cozy magical r…
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This week we have another author interview for you! We were very lucky to be able to sit down with the wonderful Callie Hart, author of the newest Romantasy sensation Quicksilver. We talk about everything from the one and only Kingfisher to some cheeky teasers for book 2! The Loved One 'How far would you go to find the person who means the most to …
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Exploring 'Iron Flame': Spoilers, Theories, and Fiery Cocktail Delights In this engaging episode of The Plot With A Twist, hosts Roe, Allorah, and Shaye delve deep into Iron Flame, the second book in Rebecca Yarros' Empyrean series. They discuss key plot points, character arcs, and major twists, diving into theories about Violet's second signet and…
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