Best Chick Lit Book Club Podcasts (2024)

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Episode 94: The Unnatural Habitat of a Cat Lady by Dani Elias 1:43:48

4d ago1:43:48

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Strap in because this week, we’re diving into our inner cat ladies with The Unnatural Habitat of a Cat Lady by Dani Elias. When Ben realizes that the love of his life–a woman who broke up with him 20 years ago–matches with him on a very specific dating app, he’s determined to talk things out. For her part, Amelia agrees to talk to him… and then to …

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'A Novel Love Story' by Ashley Poston 1:31:24

10d ago1:31:24

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Abigail and Katey read Ashley Poston's latest magical realism rom-com, "A Novel Love Story." Other topics include Thundercloud Subs (#iykyk), Abigail's busted-but-maybe-not-too-busted(?) car, failed hobbies and the tiny baby bird they spotted out of Katey's office window. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/fifty-perce…

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Episode 93: Wed to the Basilisk by Layla Fae 2:22:14

18d ago2:22:14

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We’re diving head first into some monster romance and no one here has a single refret. Today, we’re talking about Wed to the Basilisk by Layla Fae AND you get to hear from Layla herself! Wed to the Basilisk is part of the Arranged Monster Mates series, in which humans and monsters are matched using DNA at a temple. Voss, the last surviving basilisk…

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Romance novels to read this summer 57:54

24d ago57:54

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Katey and Abigail round up the romance novels they’re looking forward to reading this summer. Other topics include the enduring legacy of “Smooth” by Santana feat. Rob Thomas, Abigail’s sister’s aspiring stand-up routine, Cybertrucks, and Hot European Summer. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/fifty-percent-podcast/su…

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P2S Episode 18 - Bridgerton Season 3 (Second Half) 2:24:38

26d ago2:24:38

2:24:38

Welcome back, dearest gentle readers! We watched the second half of Bridgerton Season 3 and we have THOUGHTS. Some of those thoughts are good and some of them are bad and some of them made us shout “WE DON’T CARE ABOUT THIS.” After this, we’ll be waiting for two years for Benedict’s story. (eyeroll.) Up next: Wed to the Basilisk by Layla Fae SHOW I…

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Episode 92: The Love Remedy by Elizabeth Everett 3:39:56

1M ago3:39:56

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We’re jumping back to Victorian England to discuss The Love Remedy by Elizabeth Everett! But the best part? We’re actually TALKING to Elizabeth! Apothecary Lucy Peterson is on the brink of financial ruin. A rival apothecary stole the formula for a throat lozenge and is passing it off as his own invention and she believes he stole another formula th…

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'The Paradise Problem' by Christina Lauren 59:59

1M ago59:59

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Katey and Abigail read "The Paradise Problem" by Christina Lauren, revisiting the writing duo that started their bookish friendship. Other topics include the LEGO sets Katey is saving up for, the golden age of magazines, papasan chairs and Anthony Bourdain. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/fifty-percent-podcast/supp…

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Palate Cleanser: The Old Man and the Sea by Ernest Hemingway 33:29

2M ago33:29

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Between books, we like to "cleanse our palates" by sharing a book that means a lot to us. This week, Tex has chosen the winner of the 1953 Pulitzer Prize, The Old Man and the Sea by Earnest Hemingway. Set against the backdrop of the Cuban coast, Hemingway's masterpiece immerses readers in the poignant tale of Santiago, an aging fisherman, as he gra…

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Episode 91: Downpour by Maggie Gates 2:07:47

2M ago2:07:47

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Riders, you are not ready. This week, we’re diving into Downpour by Maggie Gates. Downpour picks up during that critical moment when Ray is in the chute, waiting for the gate to open. We see snapshots of his recovery and the process of him becoming more independent, but he still needs some at-home assistance. Enter: Brooke, a beautiful disaster att…

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'Happy Medium' by Sarah Adler 1:06:08

2M ago1:06:08

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Katey and Abigail read "Happy Medium" by Fifty Percent fave Sarah Adler. Other topics include baby goats (obviously), morally gray main characters, ghosts who love TV, "divorced dad shampoo" and good (and bad) tattoos on male leads in romance novels. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/fifty-percent-podcast/support…

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P2S Episode 18 - Bridgerton Season 3 (First Half) 2:36:00

2M ago2:36:00

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The two-year wait is FINALLY over! Kind of! We got the first half of Bridgerton season three–the long awaited Colin and Penelope season and Rae cannot contain herself. Here, we cover the first half of the new season. We talk about each episode, what we like and what we don’t, and what we’re anticipating for the second half. We’ll finish this up nex…

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Episode 90: Romancing Mr. Bridgerton by Julia Quinn 2:15:49

2M ago2:15:49

2:15:49

The day has FINALLY come, dear listeners! We’re talking about one of Rae’s all-time favorites: Romancing Mr. Bridgerton by Julia Quinn. In case you’ve been living under a rock, this is Colin and Penelope’s story and it’s so very sweet (with a little spice). This episode is about the book, but we do discuss the upcoming season of Bridgerton from Net…

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Fourth Wing Recap (with Amanda McIntyre) 35:09

2M ago35:09

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We're wrapping up Fourth Wing and we've invited our friend Amanda, who introduced Sam to the series, to talk about the book, the phenomenon and Amanda even gives some recomendations for our next book! Connect with Amanda Amanda references the Real Life Book ReviewerBy Samuel Scott and Tex Fry

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'Funny Story' by Emily Henry 1:11:06

2M ago1:11:06

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In this episode, Katey and Abigail tackle the newest book from their favorite romance girlie Emily Henry: "Funny Story". Other topics include the feminine urge to run away to Michigan, stock tank pools, the snacks to bribe Katey with and healthy adult friendships. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/fifty-percent-podca…

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Episode 89: Coven of Ill Repute by S.L. Prater Part 1 1:35:48

3M ago1:35:48

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Hello, hello, loves! We got an ARC of the latest work from S.L. Prater—Coven of Ill Repute. This series opener introduces our main characters, Quiet (a witch) and Rorick (a vampire). They’re investigators charged with solving a murder, which just happens to be one of Quiet’s sister witches and Rorick’s cousin. What neither of them realizes is that …

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'The Tortured Poets Department' reaction 1:25:49

3M ago1:25:49

1:25:49

In this episode, Katey and Abigail step away from romance novels for a moment to talk about their OTHER obsession: Taylor Swift. Take a track-by-track journey through “The Tortured Poets Department,” featuring some early-20s relationship reflections and an argument for why every woman should date a himbo at least once in her life. --- Support this …

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Fourth Wing (ch. 31-39): There's Something About Xaden 38:05

3M ago38:05

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You won't want to miss out on the excitement that's about to unfold! The story of Violet, Xaden, and their friends is just heating up, and you don't want to be left out in the cold. With new books being released and rumors of even more on the horizon, the adventure is just beginning. But before the VENIN problems take hold, there's a banquet to att…

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Episode 88: Risks & Whiskey by Dani McLean 3:32:33

3M ago3:32:33

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Welcome everyone! Today, we’re not only talking about Risks and Whiskey by Dani McLean, but we’re talking to Dani McLean herself! Risks & Whiskey is a friends-to-lovers workplace romance with a double grand gesture and plenty of spice. We do our regular compliment sandwich plus ratings, stunt casting, and recommendations, and in between, you’ll get…

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'Just for the Summer' by Abby Jimenez 1:02:26

3M ago1:02:26

1:02:26

In this episode, Abigail and Katey read “Just for the Summer,” another banger from one of our fave girlies, Abby Jimenez. Other topics include the subreddits we lurk in, Culver’s, crowdfunding to get Nadia Cakes delivered to Texas, and the moment in the book that made our jaws literally drop. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com…

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Fourth Wing (ch. 26-30): What Happens in Montserrat, Stays in Montserrat 51:08

3M ago51:08

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Today's episode features a discussion of content in the book that features sexual content, discretion is advised. Join Tex and Sam on the latest episode of their podcast as they embark on a thrilling discussion of chapters 26-30 of "Fourth Wing" by Rebecca Yarros. In this episode, listeners are taken on a whirlwind journey as Violet Sorrengail trav…

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Episode 87: Love You, Mean It by Jilly Gagnon 2:01:35

3M ago2:01:35

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Welcome lovely listeners! Today, we’re discussing Love You, Mean It by Jilly Gagnon. We got an ARC through NetGalley and we’re covering it early for scheduling reasons. Marketed as a playful romantic comedy featuring dueling delis, fake dating, a shockingly awesome ex, and juuuuuust the right amount of amnesia. Having read the book, we can confirm …

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'Do You Take This Man' by Denise Williams 45:50

4M ago45:50

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In honor of Abigail’s impending nuptials, Abigail and Katey read “Do You Take This Man?” by Denise Williams. Other topics include…mostly wedding-related things, like how much officiants get paid these days, but also discuss RJ the raccoon from “Over The Hedge” and Jeff Bezos. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/fifty-p…

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Episode 86: Dust Storm by Maggie Gates 1:41:50

4M ago1:41:50

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The ladies are getting in on the single dad action (...what?) with Dust Storm by Maggie Gates. Christian Griffin, widower with two adorable daughters, took over operations from his father, but business doesn’t always go as planned, and they’ve hit a rough patch. City slicker Cassandra Parker is in hot water at work, so she’s being exiled to the spr…

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'The Idea of You' by Robinne Lee 1:04:59

4M ago1:04:59

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Katey and Abigail read Robinne Lee’s “The Idea of You” ahead of the movie’s premiere at SXSW (and on Amazon Prime in May). Other topics include seasonal allergies, fake artists, paparazzi and Abigail’s impending nuptials. Buy 'The Idea of You' Shop our Bookshop Follow us on Instagram --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show…

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Fourth Wing (ch. 21-25): Sleepless in Navarre 39:55

4M ago39:55

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Tex and Sam are on the case, unraveling the latest escapades in "Fourth Wing" by Rebecca Yarros in Chapters 21-25. Brace yourselves for the steamy encounter between Violet and Xaden. Meanwhile, Violet faces off with her mortal enemy, Jack, on the sparring mat. And just when you think things can't get crazier, the gang decides a heist into Violet's …

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Episode 85: Kilt Trip by Alexandra Kiley 1:56:04

4M ago1:56:04

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Hiya, wee lads and lasses! We landed an ARC of https://www.threads.net/@akileybooks debut novel Kilt Trip, which means you get to listen to Rae’s Scottish accent. When Addie Macrae’s wanderlust leads her to her homeland—specifically, Edinburgh—to consult with a family-run travel company, she’s thrown face-first into ghosts from her past. And the pe…

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'Divine Rivals' by Rebecca Ross 1:11:16

5M ago1:11:16

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Abigail begins her romantasy journey in this "Divine Rivals" book club! We read it using Storygraph's buddy read feature, which we loved. Other topics include the value of newsroom coffee pots, hierarchy of settlements, Katey and Abigail’s potential Halloween costume, T-Rexes and whether Rebecca Ross has ever met a journalist. --- Support this podc…

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Episode 84: Never Tell by Stacey Abrams 1:40:31

5M ago1:40:31

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Our second pick for Black History Month is Never Tell by Stacey Abrams (writing as Selena Montgomery). Never Tell is a romantic suspense initially published in 2004, but republished in 2023 by St. Martin’s Griffin. Dr. Erin Abbott is a professor in New Orleans, Louisiana, who finds herself at the center of a serial killer’s tangled web—and journali…

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Fourth Wing (ch. 16-20): Tairn Up My Heart 43:58

5M ago43:58

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We continue our epic journey through Fourth Wing by Rebecca Yarros. Join Tex and Sam as they discuss the latest chapters, 16-20, of this romantic fantasy (or "Romantasy"). They dive into Violet Sorrengail's growing relationship with Tairn, her dragon, and all the JUICY drama surrounding Dain Aetos and Xaden Riorson. Of course, they can't help but t…

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Episode 83: More Than a Feeling by Lauren Morrill 2:30:16

5M ago2:30:16

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Welcome to a BONUS episode of CLBC! We landed an ARC of Lauren Morrill’s new book More Than a Feeling and we couldn’t not tell you about it. Due to technical difficulties, this episode is releasing a week after the release of the book, but we’re incredibly honored to have had the opportunity to interview Lauren and hear all about her plans for the …

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Reading romantasy 50:22

5M ago50:22

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Katey and Abigail discuss their respective “romantasy” journeys — a journey Katey began last year and Abigail is about to embark on. They define the meaning of romantasy, discuss BookTok’s influence on their reading habits and debate the merits of reading in the mornings before work before their brains are fried. Other topics include the Pirates of…

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Fourth Wing (ch. 11-15): A Dragon Called Ove 38:32

5M ago38:32

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Sam didn't read chapter 15, so Tex reads the climactic scene for a LIVE REACTION. Ooooh the drama! The guys also discuss Jack as a character, have a literary discussion and of course WE. MEET. SOME. DRAGONS.By Samuel Scott and Tex Fry

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Episode 82: Girls with Bad Reputations by Xio Axelrod 2:34:51

5M ago2:34:51

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To honor and celebrate Black History Month, we’re starting off with bestselling author Xio Axelrod—featuring an interview with Xio herself!—and her brand new book Girls with Bad Reputations! This is book two in The Lillys series, where we follow drummer Kayla and bus driver Ty as they get to know each other on the road. They both have things to hid…

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'A Winter in New York' by Josie Silver 1:10:12

6M ago1:10:12

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In the spirit of January's chilly weather, Abigail and Katey read Josie Silver's "A Winter in New York," which led to a lot of gelato cravings. Other topics include Cake Boss, noodles, people living in storage units and the questionable ethical decisions of this book's main character. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/sho…

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Fourth Wing (ch. 6-10): 10 Things I Hate About Dain 45:39

6M ago45:39

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Our journey continues! Violet hits the sparring mat! Dain is annoying! And are we going to learn something new about the mysterious Xaden Riorson?By Samuel Scott and Tex Fry

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Episode 81: Done and Dusted by Lyla Sage 2:37:33

6M ago2:37:33

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We’re back with the first book review of the year, which just so happens to be the viral sensation Done and Dusted by Lyla Sage. Emmy Ryder is coming home to Meadowlark, Wyoming after an injury… that her family doesn’t actually know about. She’s helping out around the family ranch and winds up spending more time with her brother’s best friend, Luke…

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Our favorite books of 2023 1:04:17

6M ago1:04:17

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Katey and Abigail recap their favorite romance reads of 2023 (and a few other genres too!) and talk about what new releases they're looking forward to in 2024. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/fifty-percent-podcast/support

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Fourth Wing (ch. 1-5): When Violet Met Xaden 46:10

6M ago46:10

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So it begins! Violet Sorrengail enters Basgiath War College!By Samuel Scott and Tex Fry

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Fourth Wing: Introduction & Predictions 27:58

6M ago27:58

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The journey begins! Today we're introducing the show, as well as our first book: Fourth Wing by Rebecca Yarros. We will discuss the "It Book" phenomenon of this book as well as offer some predictions. Whether you're a fan of the book or your wife is, there's something for everyone. Here's what the book with the black pages looks like.…

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Trailer: Let's Read Fourth Wing 8:06

6M ago8:06

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Welcome to a Couple Guys Reading, a podcast where we read the "It" book. In this episode, our hosts, Sam and Tex, preview our first book: Fourth Wing by Rebecca Yarros.By Samuel Scott and Tex Fry

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Episode 80: Happy 3rd Anniversary! 3:05:33

6M ago3:05:33

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Ladies and gents, welcome to our third anniversary show! Thank you so much for being here. We appreciate each and every one of you and we’ll appreciate you even more if you can get someone in Antarctica to listen to us. We’ll recap our faves from 2023 and drink too much champagne. What else is new? Also discussed: Rae isn’t allowed to choose movies…

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'The Rewind' by Allison Winn Scotch 1:01:29

7M ago1:01:29

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Happy New Year! Katey and Abigail ring in 2024 with “The Rewind” by Allison Winn Scotch, a romance that wasn’t exactly romantic. Other topics include Y2K panic, online dating, head injuries, self awareness, and looking at people as complicated beings. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/fifty-percent-podcast/support…

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'Three Holidays and a Wedding' by Uzma Jalaluddin and Marissa Stapley 1:00:08

7M ago1:00:08

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For their final book club of the year, Katey and Abigail read "Three Holidays and a Wedding" by Uzma Jalaluddin and Marissa Stapley, a delightfully chaotic book. Other topics include Nokia brick phone games, private jet YouTube, the wondrous infrastructure of Snow Falls, "Hotel California" and Texas weather woes. Happy holidays! Buy the book --- Su…

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Episode 79: Snowed In by Catherine Walsh 2:15:51

7M ago2:15:51

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Merry Effing Christmas dear listeners! As our gift to you, we’re releasing our holiday episode one week early (aren’t you lucky?). This week, we’re talking about Snowed In by Catherine Walsh. In order to get through the holidays with a buffer, childhood school mates Christian and Megan agree to forge a fake relationship—Megan because she hasn’t bee…

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Episode 78: The Fake Mate by Lana Ferguson 2:19:07

7M ago2:19:07

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In one of the biggest surprises we’ve had this year, we present to you, dearest listeners, The Fake Mate by Lana Ferguson. Mackenzie Carter teams up with Noah Taylor in a relationship-of-convenience shifter romance. Mackenzie wants to get her grandma off her back and Noah is potentially in trouble with the hospital board for concealing his alpha st…

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'Tis The Damn Season' by Kimi Freeman 57:40

7M ago57:40

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In this book club episode, Katey and Abigail discuss “Tis the Damn Season” by Kimi Freeman, a debut 16-year-old (!!!!!!) author. Other topics include their Ren Faire outfits, the formative experience of having a Lorde “Pure Heroine” phase as a youth, their acting experiences growing up (mostly in Christmas nativity settings) and growing as writers …

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Episode 77: Kiss an Angel by Susan Elizabeth Phillips 3:05:48

8M ago3:05:48

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Folx, it’s a rough review this week. We wanted to cover something that people are in denial about. We settled upon Kiss an Angel by Susan Elizabeth Phillips. We’ve read amazing novels from this author, however, this was not one of them. If you wanted to hear us lose our minds for an hour, this is the episode for you. Also discussed: the wonders of …

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'Well Met' by Jen DeLuca 1:12:25

8M ago1:12:25

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In this book club episode, Abigail and Katey reread Jen DeLuca’s “Well Met” ahead of a trip to the Texas Renaissance Festival over Thanksgiving weekend. They discuss turkey legs, the merits of a pizza-place-slash-dive-bar, at what age you really feel like an “adult,” being properly wooed and what the “Well Met” universe and the Sims 4 universe have…

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Episode 76: Plot Twist by Erin La Rosa 2:19:08

8M ago2:19:08

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The ladies are both getting ill again, and not in the fun 90’s r&b kind. This week it’s another ARC for us with The Plot Twist by Erin La Rosa. Sophie is a blocked romance writer who’s never been in love and Dash is a recovering alcoholic and child start trying to find their path. Along the way they gravitate toward each other and struggle to find …

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A roundup of 2023 holiday romances 55:53

8M ago55:53

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In this episode, Katey and Abigail blind react to the descriptions of new releases for this upcoming holiday season — the sweet, the unhinged and everything in between. Other topics include an absurd trip that they’re going on together soon with their significant others and the apparent trend of celebrity romances in upcoming holiday releases. --- …

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