We're back with another episode! Prior to all the WonderCon prep and the event itself, Becca and Gary sat down with our very own Director of Events, Nick, to talk about taking on new responsibilities, wearing many hats, and surviving on caffeine. Subscribe to the SciFi & Fantasy Book Crate or the Cozy Mysteries Book Crate now! You can now find us o…

Everybody's favorite unofficial 3rd podcast host, Michelle, is back to chat with Gary and Becca about social media, recommending titles, and much more! Subscribe to the SciFi & Fantasy Book Crate or the Cozy Mysteries Book Crate now! You can now find us on Patreon! Unlock exclusive content by subscribing today! Special thanks to Austin Farmer for l…

It's Tuesday, and y'all know what that means; it's time for new books, and a look at the events happening this week! Events this week: Tuesday, March 22nd: David Putnam, in conversation with Matt Coyle Wednesday, March 23rd: Alex Segura, in conversation with Rob Hart Thursday, March 24th: Kelly Barnhill Thursday, March 24th: Sara A Mueller, in conv…

Gary and Becca are continuing the romance arc of the podcast by having on booksellerl KelleyAnn to help us talk about romance in manga! Books discussed: NANA by Ai Yazawa Chobits by CLAMP Wotakoi by Fujita Fruits Basket by Natasuki Takaya Vampire Knight by Matsuri Hino Ouran High School Host Club by Bisco Hatori Naruto by Masashi Kishimoto Kimi ni …

It's another week, and that means even more new books and new events happening at the store! Events this week: Tuesday, March 8th: Margaret Dilloway Wednesday, March 9th: Gretchen Felker-Martin, in conversation with Lee Mandelo Thursday, March 10th: Thomas Olde Heuvelt, in conversation with Chris Golden Friday, March 11th: Remi K. England, in conve…

Welp, this episode is a little late due to technical difficulties, but Gary is here to talk about a whole enormous slew of events and new books that're happening and coming out this week! Events this week: Tuesday, March 1st: Lizz Huerta, in conversation with Brent Lambert Wednesday, March 2nd: Jo Harkin, in conversation with Rob Hart Wednesday, Ma…

Becca and Gary are joined by Victoria for a late Valentine's episode to talk about romance stories, with a focus on self love and growth! Trigger Warnings: mentions of suicide, emotional trauma, death, illness The Comfort Book by Matt Haig How to Stop Time by Matt Haig Pixels of You by Ananth Hirsh and Yuko Ota, illustrated by J.R. Doyle Bloom by K…

Becca and Gary are back with this week's new events and new books! Links to things we mentioned: Anne Hathaway Twelfth Night Photo Hanson Robotics - Sophia Events this week: Wednesday, February 16th: Samantha Cohoe, in conversation with Chloe Gong Thursday, February 17th: Ananth Hirsh, Yuko Ota, and J.R. Doyle Sunday, February 20th: D&D Virtual Mee…

Becca and Gary are back for a full length episode, and this time we're talking about our New Year's Reading Resolutions. It's easy to get into a rut with what we're reading and consuming, and so this year we're determined to try new things and set aside more time to enjoy the books we're consuming. Join us, and let us know what your reading resolut…

Events this week: Tuesday, February 1st: Victoria Fulton and Faith McClaren, in conversation with Demetra Brodsky Wednesday, February 2nd: Brian Farrey Thursday, February 3rd: Hester Fox, in conversation with Rachel McMillan Thursday, February 3rd: Tracy Deonn, in conversation with Daniel José Older Friday, February 4th: Delilah S. Dawson, in conve…

It's a new year, and Gary and Becca are back! We've got a new minisode this week, with a handful of new releases and lots of new books! Events this week: Tuesday, January 11th: Alafair Burke Tuesday, January 11th: Sue Lynn Tan Thursday, January 13th: Meg Long, in conversation with Xiran Jay Zhao Sunday, January 16th: Dungeons & Dragons New this wee…

We're closing out another year of A Galaxy Not So Far Away, and this time Becca and Gary are joined by bookseller Victoria to discuss our favorite reads of 2021, as well as the titles we're most excited for in 2022! Best of 2021 Empire of the Vampire by Jay Kristoff The House of Always by Jenn Lyons Happy Kanako's Killer Life by Toshiya Wakabayashi…

Somehow this year we've managed to both be early and late to the party! This episode is all about NaNoWriMo, or National Novel Writing Month. We recorded this back in late October, before NaNo started, and thanks to Comic-Con Special Edition and Small Business Saturday, we're publishing this one rather late. We're so sorry for the delay! Thanks so …

It's been just over two weeks since the release of the official Mysterious Galaxy Book Crate, so we've brought on the mastermind behind the goodness: bookseller KelleyAnn! Subscribe to the SciFi & Fantasy Book Crate or the Cozy Mysteries Book Crate now! You can now find us on Patreon! Unlock exclusive content by subscribing today! Special thanks to…

Becca is back from Chicago, so we've got a little catching up to do before we dive into new events and new books! Events this week: Tuesday, October 26th: Melissa and Jessica Benoist Thursday, October 28th: Gregg Hurwitz, in conversation with Mark Greaney Thursday, October 28th: Escondido Library's Virtual Author Chat Series presents Witchy Fiction…

In what may very well be the first of many multi-topic episodes, social media coordinator Michelle joins Gary and Becca for a little catch up conversation. Much like the random chats our booksellers have in store, there's a lot of upcoming content we're excited about, so we gathered to share our enthusiasm. Topics include: The What If...? finale Ou…

Becca is out of town this week, so we've got a short minisode today! Gary talks about the new events happening this week before diving into a handful of books that just released! Events this week: Wednesday, October 20th: June CL Tan, in conversation with Roseanne A. Brown and Swati Teerdhala Wednesday, October 20th: Book Discussion Group - Meddlin…

It's spooky month, which means we've finally dug up our favorite resident vampire, bookseller Rob, for an episode celebrating 2021 Horror releases! Be sure to check the episode description for recommendations from the bookseller hivemind. Our Horror Recs for 2021: The Final Girl Support Group by Grady Hendrix The Book of Accidents by Chuck Wendig S…

It's October, and we are literally drowning in so many events. In fact, MORE events got scheduled for this week after I had already recorded this episode, so check out the description for full details! Events this week: Tuesday, October 5th: Zack Smedley, in conversation with Bill Konigsberg Wednesday, October 6th: Lisa Unger, in conversation with …

There are a ton of upcoming movies and television series that are all adaptations of books, so we've gathered to talk about them! Gary and Becca are joined by our social media coordinator Michelle to discuss a whole bunch of trailers. The Trailers: The Witcher (Season 2) Dune Foundation The Wheel of Time The Green Knight There's Someone Inside Your…

We're now deep into September, and once again Gary and Becca have got a week full of events and an incredible number of new books to talk about! Events this week: Tuesday, September 21st: Jonathan French, in conversation with Will Damron Wednesday, September 22nd: Ari Honarvar Thursday, September 23rd: Alex London, in conversation with Tui Sutherla…

Becca and Gary are back for another deep dive into events and new books that're out this week! Events this week: Tuesday, September 7th: Diana Rodriguez Wallach, in conversation with Gretchen McNeil and Chelsea Mueller Wednesday, September 8th: David Liss, in conversation with Joe Lansdale Thursday, September 9th: Cassandra Khaw, in conversation wi…

We've got another full episode, and we're finally talking about mysteries! Gary and Becca are joined by Michelle to talk about what makes something a mystery, the constraints of genre classifications, and our personal backgrounds with mystery stories. Light spoilers for Law and Order: SVU and Neon Genesis Evangelion (an odd paring, to be sure) You …

After a much needed vacation, Gary is back with some new events and new books happening in the store! Events this week: Tuesday, August 31st: Kit Rocha discussing The Devil You Know Wednesday, September 1st: Daryl Gregory, in conversation with Paul Tremblay Thursday, September 2nd: MJ Howson and Rolf Yngve Sunday, September 5th: Dungeons & Dragons …

Events this week: Tuesday, August 10th: Spooky Summer Virtual Event Wednesday, August 11th: Sarah Zachrich Jeng, in conversation with Margarita Montimore Thursday, August 12th: Kevin Hearne, in conversation with Delilah S. Dawson Sunday, August 15th: D&D Meetup New this week: The Other Me by Sarah Zachrich Jeng Paper & Blood by Kevin Hearne Vortex …

Becca and Gary are back and it's a new month, which means we once again have a huge number of new titles and new events to get into! .Events this week: Tuesday, August 3rd: Dan Hornsby, in conversation with Jared Bartman Wednesday, August 4th: Dianne Freeman, in conversation with Erica Ruth Neubauer Thursday, August 5th: Suzanne Park, in conversati…

Events this week: Tuesday, July 27th: Justina Ireland, in conversation with Preeti Chhibber Wednesday, July 28th: Richard Lange, in conversation with Jim Sherman Thursday, July 29th: Erin Craig, in conversation with Alexis Henderson New this week: Star Wars The High Republic: Out of the Shadows by Justina Ireland Rovers by Richard Lange Small Favor…

We've got a fun episode today! Our social media expert Kylie has left for grad school, but we've got a couple of new booksellers to help fill her shoes. Gary is joined this week by Kristen and Michelle to talk about how they found the store, what books they like to read, and what ideas they have for future social media content. SPOILER ALERT: Loki …

Becca's power is out which means it's just Gary this week to go through a whole lot of events! Join us this weekend for Mysterious Galaxy's reopening celebration! Events this week: Tuesday, July 20th: Karin Slaughter, in conversation with Alafair Burke Tuesday, July 20th: Fabian Nicieza, in conversation with Peter Melnick Wednesday, July 21st: Chri…

Gary and Becca are back together once again for this brand new minisode! It's a new month and this week is jam packed with events, so we dig right in before talking about new books, what we're reading, and Naruto? Events this week: Tuesday, July 6th: Laura Sebastian, in conversation with Alexandra Bracken Wednesday, July 7th: Elizabeth Lim, in conv…

We're back with part two of our mental health discussion. Gary is joined this week by Nick and KelleyAnn! We talk about our experiences with depression, the way our social batteries fluctuated due to the pandemic, and some of our comfort blankets. Don't eat too many donuts! What We're Reading: Rabbits by Terry Miles The Final Girl's Support Group b…

Events this week: Wednesday, June 30th: Daryl Wood Gerber and Lee Hollis Thursday, July 1st: Payal Doshi and Juliana Brandt New this week: A Glimmer of a Clue by Daryl Wood Gerber Death of an Italian Chef by Lee Hollis When Stars Collide by Susan Elizabeth Phillips Dead by Dawn by Paul Doiron Bad Moon Rising by John Galligan Star Wars: The Rising S…

Content Warning: This episode contains discussions of mental health and disability, and booksellers share their experiences with depression, anxiety, trauma, and neurodiversity, among other topics. This week, Gary and Becca are joined by Jenni and Victoria to chat about our experiences with mental health and the books we turn to. Links mentioned in…

There aren't too many new books this week, but we still have a whole slew of events! Tune in for this week in the galaxy! Events this week: Tuesday, June 15th: Lin-Manuel Miranda, Quiara Alegria Hudes, and Jeremy McCarter Wednesday, June 16th: Lori M. Lee, in conversation with Rena Barron Thursday, June 17th: Rachel Griffin Thursday, June 17th: Mau…

We're one week into June and Becca is on vacation which means it's just Gary this time to chat about this week's upcoming events, and some of the new books coming out! Events this week: Wednesday, June 9th: Brian Andrews, Jeffrey Wilson, and Don Bentley Thursday, June 10th: YA LGBTQ+ Panel Thursday, June 10th: Gene Doucette, in conversation with Sc…

We've got a magical new episode all about magical girls! Becca is joined by Kylie and KelleyAnn to talk about their love for Sailor Moon, and all the other media that magical girl tropes have inspired! In this episode: Sailor Moon by Naoko Takeuchi Queen's Shadow by E.K. Johnston Queen's Peril by E.K. Johnston When We Were Magic by Sarah Gailey Zod…

It's a new month, and Mysterious Galaxy is officially reopen for browsing! Events this week: Tuesday, June 1st: Veronica Roth, Alexandra Bracken, and Marie Lu Tuesday, June 1st: Hannah Whitten and Megan Whalen Turner Wenesday, June 2nd: Mackenzi Lee and Stephanie Garber Friday, June 4th:Eliot Schrefer and Adam Silvera Saturday, June 5th: Daryl Greg…

Gary and Becca are united once more for another minisode full of events, books, and shenanigans! Events this week: Tuesday, May 25th: Alyssa Cole, in conversation with Rebekah Weatherspoon Wednesday, May 26th: Alex Aster, in conversation with Marie Lu Wenesday, May 26th: Christian Cantrell, with special guest Tom Merritt Thursday, May 27th: Julie M…

After hearing the news that the estate of Dr Seuss was going to stop publishing several of their more questionable and outdated titles, Gary and Becca gathered booksellers Jenni, Kylie, and Kelly to chat about some of their favorite children's books, from ones they grew up with to new ones on our shelves today! There are a ton of recommendations in…

Events this week: Tuesday, May 18th: Mary Kubica, with special guest Kimberly McCreight Wednesday, May 19th: Charles Yu and S. Qiouyi Lu, in conversation with Denise Hamilton Friday, May 21st: Kristen O'Neal Monday, May 24th: Laurie Faria Stolarz & April Henry New this week: Local Woman Missing by Mary Kubica The Hollywood Spy by Susan Elia MacNeal…

We've got another delightful author interview today, Becca and Jenni sat down with the ever lovely Olivia Dade to discuss her book, Spoiler Alert, and the upcoming sequel All the Feels. Topics mentioned: Game of Thrones fics by Astolat (Naomi Novik) Game of Thrones cast interview oil paintings by Alice X. Zhang Robert Pattinson GQ interview Robert …

It's another short one, but we've got a lot of new events this week, including Independent Bookstore Day on Saturday! Events this week: Wednesday, April 21st: Charlie Jane Anders and Elly Bangs Thursday, April 22nd: Bill Nye and Gregory Mone Friday, April 23rd: Lynette Noni and Sarah J. Maas Saturday, April 24th: Independent Bookstore Day Monday, A…

We're back! It's a new month, which means we have just an absolutely ridiculous number of events, along with oodles of new books to enjoy! Events this week: Tuesday, April 6th: Karen Cushman, with special guest Colby Sharp Wednesday, April 7th: Krystal Sutherland, in conversation with Melissa Albert Thursday, April 8th: Carlsbad Reads Together with…

We've got another very exciting interview today! Gary and Victoria are joined by the lovely Kelly Anne Blount and Lynn Rush to talk about their book In The Penalty Box, and even share some hints about projects they have on the horizon! In the Penalty Box by Lynn Rush and Kelly Anne Blount You can now find us on Patreon! Unlock exclusive content by …

It's a special interview episode! Matt and Gary are joined by the lovely Marlene Perez to talk about her newest book, The Afterlife of the Party! Check out Marlene's books: The Afterlife of the Party I'm With the Banned Dead Is the New Black You can now find us on Patreon! Unlock exclusive content by subscribing today! Special thanks to Austin Farm…

Becca and Gary are back together again for a fun catch-up episode! Tune in for this week's events, new books, and fun store shenanigans! Events this week: Tuesday, March 16: Kim Neville, with special guest Bryan Camp Wednesday, March 17: Grant Farley, with special guests Timothy Hallinan and David Putnam Thursday, March 18th: Escondido Library Pres…

On this Tuesday, Gary is here to talk about all the exciting events coming up this week! Events this week: Tuesday, March 9th: Adam Silvera, with special guest Cassandra Clare Tuesday, March 9th: Tracy Wolff, in conversation with Alyson Noel Wednesday, March 10th: Escondido Library Presents - Elissa Grossell Dickey Wednesday, March 10th: Melissa Co…

It's a quiet week this week, with only one event to discuss! After discussing tonight's launch with Charlaine Harris, Gary digs into some of the new books out this week. Events this week: Tuesday, February 23rd: Charlaine Harris! New this week: The Russian Cage by Charlaine Harris The Desolations of Devil's Acre by Ransom Riggs Honey Girl by Morgan…

We're back with another full length episode! This week, Gary and Becca are joined by bookseller KelleyAnn to talk about our favorite superheroes! Marvel and DC comics abound in the early half of the episode, before we shift gears to chat about books like Marissa Meyer's Renegades and Peter Cline's Ex-Heroes. Stay tuned till the end for some WandaVi…

Another quick one this week, but we'll be back with a full episode on Thursday! In this episode, Becca is here to guide us through the plethora of events happening in everyone's favorite Galaxy, before sharing some of the books they're most excited for this week. Events this week: Tuesday, February 9th: Namina Forna in conversation with Kym Whitley…