Best Bookish Detective Podcasts (2025)

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Ep 66- 2025 Reading Challenge-- Read a Short Story 39:17

3d ago39:17

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Today Hailey and Cody check of an item on the 2025 Reading Challenge, reading a short story. We also announced our next co-read (guess what it's a short story) and it's Bloodchild by Octavia Butler. We will be reading it for the month of May so stay tuned! Books mentioned: Iron Flame by Xiran Jay Zhao Columbus Day (Expeditionary Force #1) by Craig …

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Ep 65- SAVE THE LIBRARIES!! 50:31

10d ago50:31

50:31

Today Hailey and Cody discuss smelly trees, their current reads, and the latest attack on libraries in America. Please consider supporting your libraries and fighting for freedom of speech in our country! Books Mentioned: Paradise Logic by Sophie Kemp A Pack for Autumn Emilia Emerson Update on Book Bans and attack of libraries in the U.S.: https://…

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Ep 64- Book Detectives! 55:53

16d ago55:53

55:53

Today Hailey and Cody investigate books solely on their cover. Follow along with us! Books Mentioned: The Lamb by Lucy Rose First Time Caller by B.K. Borison Only For The Week by Natasha Bishop The Revenant Games by Margie Fuston Give us a review on your podcast app! Email: [email protected] Instagram: @booksandthebeespod Cody's Instagram: …

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Ep 63- Trans Books Matter 47:16

1M ago47:16

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Today Hailey and Cody celebrate the Trans Right Readathon for 2025 and chat about the trans books they want to read! Books Mentioned: James by Percival Everett Blob: A Love Story by Maggie Su Light from Uncommon Stars by Ryka Aoki Cemetery Boys by Aiden Thomas Detransiton, Baby by Torrey Peters They Aint Proper by MB Guel The Prospects by KT Hoffma…

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EP 62- Walk Down Memory Lane with our Favorite Children Books 1:10:19

1M ago1:10:19

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Today Hailey and Cody discuss 90's music, the books they are reading, and chat about their favorite children's/early chapter books! Books mentioned: Dream Girl Drama by Tessa Bailey The Hemingses of Monticello by Annette Gordon-Reed narrated by Karen White Witchcraft for Wayward Girls by Grady Hendrix The No Pressure Book Journal : A No- Guild, No-…

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Ep 61- Women's History Month! 59:12

1M ago59:12

59:12

Wanna hear about raves, planting, and women authors? Well this episode has you covered! Listen as Hailey and Cody chat about their current reads, upcoming releases, and our favorite women authors! Books mentioned: Dream Girl Drama by Tessa Bailey The Daughter of Daring The Trick Riding, Train-Leaping Road Racing life of Helen Gibson by Mallory O’Me…

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Ep 60- Books and Bees Challenge: Read A Book That Has Been On Your TBR for Over A Year! 52:33

2M ago52:33

52:33

Today we chat about Hailey's big move, the cost of bookshelves, what Cody and Hailey are reading, and check-off our first 2025 Books and Bees challenge! Books Mentioned: Death of the Author by Nnedi Okorafor The Butcher's Masquerade Lore of the Wilds by Analeigh Sbrana Buffalo Hunter Hunter by Stephen Graham Jones (out March 18th!) Everything for E…

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Ep 59- LET THEM COOK! 1:00:21

2M ago1:00:21

1:00:21

Today Hailey and Cody chat about museum butts, half smoked hotdogs, and Hailey's buisness b**tch blazer. They also talk about their current reads and cover cookbooks! Books Mentioned: Fierce Vow by Monica Kayne I Think They Love You by Julian Winters Death of the Author Nnedi Okorafor The Butcher's Masquerade by Matt Dinniman Hailey downloaded Stor…

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Ep 58- Uplifting Black Booktok creators for Black History Month 1:04:27

2M ago1:04:27

1:04:27

Today Hailey and Cody fight their exhaustion to bring you this amazing episode showcasing our favorite Black Booktokers. Books Mentioned: I Think They Love You by Julian Winters Those Who Labor for My Happiness by Lucia Stanton Fierce Vow by Monica Kayne Kozlo Anti-Book ban proposals! Black Booktok creators Cody: KK @whereismylibrarycard Jay (@lite…

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Ep 57-Your Love is My Drug 52:44

2M ago52:44

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Today Hailey and Cody discuss mafia books, cool cats, cooler book covers and chat about Valentines Day books! They also give an update on fighting book bans (good news!) and upcoming Stuff Your Kindle Days!! (hey guess what? you don't need to have a Kindle to partake. ALSO, two parentheses in one summary? Pretty cool!) Books Mentioned: Ruthless Rei…

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Ep 56- Let's F*king (Book) Riot 55:24

3M ago55:24

55:24

Today Hailey and Cody chat about what they are reading, their work life balance (?), updates for book bans and discuss all things Black History month! Books mentioned: Onyx Storm by Rebecca Yarros She Who Knows by Nnedi Okorafor Who Fears Death by Nnedi Okorafor Death of the Author by Nnedi Okorafor Just Our Luck by Denise Williams Needy Little Thi…

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Ep 55- Audiobooks are AudioAwesome! 54:51

3M ago54:51

54:51

Today Hailey and Cody chat about their books, discuss some upcoming releases, and discuss all things audiobooks! Be sure to listen. You know, because it's an audio medium about audiobooks. Books mentioned: Onyx Storm by Rebecca Yarros World War Z by Max Brooks Cleat Cute by Meryl Wilsner The Bones Beneath My Skin by TJ Klune out today Feb. 4th. Rea…

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Ep 54- 2025 Anticipated Book Trends 53:21

3M ago53:21

53:21

Today Hailey and Cody chat about their haircuts? And their professional headshots? Oh, and I guess the books they are reading and the anticipated 2025 bookish trends. Books mentioned: Needed Me by Tessa Bailey Tragic Bonds by J Bree Onyx Storm by Rebecca Yarros Checkout the Bookstore Explorer podcast! Cody loves it! 2025 Anticipated Book Trends! Gi…

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Ep 53- A Fond Farewell Booktok! 49:10

3M ago49:10

49:10

Today Hailey and Cody discuss the end (maybe?) of Booktok. They also chat about their current reads and ramble about birthdays? Books Mentioned: Tragic Bonds by J Bree The Dungeon Anarchist’s Cookbook (Dungeon Crawler Carl Book #3) by Matt Dinniman The Bones Beneath My Skin by TJ Klune (out February 4th!) Can anything change BookTok (NYT article; p…

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Ep 52- ONE YEAR ANNIVERSARY 1:02:16

4M ago1:02:16

1:02:16

Today Hailey and Cody celebrate their one year anniversary! They chat about their favorite episodes, ask each other questions, and reminisce over this past year Thank you to all of our listeners for joining us on this adventure. Books Mentioned: All This and More by Peng Shepherd Caliban's War by James S.A. Corey Tragic Bonds by J Bree CAWPILE book…

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Ep 51- 2025 Anticipated Book Releases Part 1 1:00:09

4M ago1:00:09

1:00:09

Today Hailey and Cody chat about their current reads, and start the new year right with sharing their anticipated 2025 releases for the first half of 2025! Books mentioned: BadAsstronauts by Grady Hendrix The Practice, The Horizon, and the Chain by Sofia Samatar CAWPILE book tracking spreadsheet CAWPILE tutorial Book Roast Youtube Anticipated 2025 …

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Ep 50- NEW YEAR NEW US 1:04:47

4M ago1:04:47

1:04:47

Today Hailey and Cody wrap up 2024 with their goals for 2025, including the first ever Books and Bees 2025 Reading Challenge! Books Mentioned: Annie Bot by Sierra Greer Not Till We Are Lost (Bobiverse Book 5) by Dennis E. Taylor narrated by Ray Porter Book Riot's 2025 Reading Challenge Hailey's New Year Goals Read 50 books Read at least 1 diverse b…

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Ep 49- Favorite Holiday Stories 47:50

4M ago47:50

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Today Hailey and Cody chat about their favorite holiday stories! Join us as we celebrate the end fot he year with cozy stories. Happy Holidays everyone! Books mentioned: The Pairing by Casey McQuiston Forced Bonds by J Bree Father Christmas by J.R.R. Tolkien The Polar Express by The Christmas Bookshop by Jenny Colgan The Night Before Christmas Best…

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Ep 48- Final 2024 Reading Challenge 1:03:54

5M ago1:03:54

1:03:54

Today Hailey and Cody discuss their FINAL updates for their 2024 reading goals. But first, they chat about the books they are reading, the Goodreads 2024 Choice Award Nominees, and Books mentioned: The Pairing by Casey McQuiston Carls Doomsday Scenario by Matt Dinniman narrated by Jeff Hays Forced Bonds by J Bree Check out the 2024 Goodreads Choice…

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Ep 47- Best Books of 2024 58:51

5M ago58:51

58:51

It is that time of year! This week, Hailey and Cody talk about the best books they read this year. Get your TBR ready, it's about to bust. Books Mentioned Nightmare Before Kissmass by Sarah Raasch Dungeon Crawler Carl by Matt Dinniman The Bonds that Tie by J. Bree Raw Dog: The Naked Truth About Hotdogs Horror Movie by Paul Tremblay Womb City by Tlo…

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Ep 46- Books and Bookish Gifts for the Holiday Season 47:42

5M ago47:42

47:42

Today Hailey and Cody talk about the weather, the books they are reading, and the best books to buy for this holiday season! Books Mentioned: The Backyard Bird Chronicles by Amy Tan Best New Cozy Books to Snuggle Up With This Winter by Book Riot Holiday Books and Bookish Gifts Lit Joy The Wood at Midwinter by Suzanna Clarke Etsy!! The Nightmare Bef…

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Ep 45- Indigenous Books for Thanksgiving 47:09

5M ago47:09

47:09

Today Hailey and Cody chat about crazy weather, e-bikes, chat about their latest reads, and discuss books from indigenous authors to honor Thanksgiving! Books Mentioned: Hexxed by Emily McIntire Catalina by Karla Cornejo Villavicencio The Truth According to Ember by Danika Nava The Only Good Indians by Stephen Graham Jones Never Whistle at Night ed…

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Ep 44- Learning About Reading Doorways 56:34

5M ago56:34

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Today Hailey and Cody chat about beer, discuss grass to great lengths (Hailey is part cow?) and discuss the concept of reading doorways. Books mentioned Lost and Lassoed by Lyla Sage Wild and Wrangled by Lyla Sage I'm Starting to Worry About This Black Box of Doom by Jason Pargin John Dies at the End by Jason Pargin Model Home by Rivers Solomon 202…

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Ep-43 Comfort Reads for Difficult Times 50:23

6M ago50:23

50:23

This week Hailey and Cody do their best to survive in this political climate by sharing their comfort reads! They also chat about the new Ruby Dixon, and discuss some end of the year reading awards! Books Mentioned Lost and Lassoed by Lyla Sage Bull Moon Rising by Ruby Dixon Evocation by S.T. Gibson Somewhere Beyond the Sea by TJ Klune 2024 Goodrea…

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Ep 42- Reading Goals Update! Almost End of the Year 54:05

6M ago54:05

54:05

Today Hailey and Cody turn this podcast into a Love is Blind podcast? They also chat about their current reads and discuss how they are doing on their reading goals for 2024! Also if you are listening to this on November 5th 2024 and live in the US please go vote! Books mentioned: This Book Sucks by Piper CJ Lost Ark Dreaming by Suyi Davies Okungbo…

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Ep 41- Bookish Costumes 48:48

6M ago48:48

48:48

Today Hailey and Cody chat about their new reads, go off the rails with scary movies, and chat about their awesome ideas for bookish Halloween costumes. Books Mentioned This Book Sucks by Piper CJ So Thirsty by Rachel Harrison Best Books about Halloween Give us a review on your podcast app! Email: [email protected] Instagram: @booksandthebe…

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Ep 40- Spooky Folktales 55:17

6M ago55:17

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Today Hailey and Cody chat about readathons, what they are reading and spooky folktales from their neighborhood. Books Mentioned: Dating Dracula: A Fated Mates Vampire Romance by Kinsley Adams Nails and Eyes by Kaori Fujino translated by Kendall Heitzman Exquisite Corpse by Poppy Z Brite (now Billy Martin) Emily Henry announces new book, Great Big …

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Ep 39- Spooky Movies to Pair with Spooky Books 57:19

7M ago57:19

57:19

Today Hailey and Cody chat about rain in Virginia and Hawai'i? They also discuss their current reads, discuss Cody's visit to the Banned Wagon, The Oregon (and Organ) Trail and discuss some spooky book/movie pairings! Books Mentioned: Throne in The Dark by AK Caggiano The Night Guest by Hildur Knútsdóttir translated by Mary Robinette Kowal Bury You…

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Ep 38- Spooky Genres for Spooky Season! 54:32

7M ago54:32

54:32

IT'S SPOOKY SEASON! Today Hailey and Cody breakdown their current reads, mention the latest Sarah J. Maas news, talk about hockey tentacles and share their favorite spooky genres for October. Listen in... if you dare MWWWAAAHAHAHA!!! Books mentioned: Throne in the Dark (Villains and Virtues Book 1) by A. K. Caggiano Hiding Lies by Stephanie Rose (o…

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Ep 37- Banned Books Week! 44:25

7M ago44:25

44:25

Today Hailey and Cody discuss banned books week and chat about their favorite reads, storage of diplomas, and hokey games! Be sure to see all the amazing links below to support fighting banned books! Books Mentioned: With You forever by Chloe Liese This Is How We Lose the Time War by Amal El-Mohtar and Max Gladstone Butcher and Blackbird by Brynne …

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Ep 36- One on One with guest star Jamie Harrow 56:05

7M ago56:05

56:05

This week Hailey and Cody chat about their latest reads and interview Jamie Harrow about her debut novel One on One! You are not going to want to miss this episode!! Books Mentioned: Ever After Always by Chloe Liese This Is How We Lose the Time War by Amal El-Mohtar and Max Gladstone You Between the Lines by Katie Naymon The Dividing Sky by Jill Te…

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Ep 35- Take Your Book on a Date 43:28

8M ago43:28

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Today Hailey and Cody chat about their current reads and discuss how to take your book on a date! Books mentioned: That Time I Got Drunk and Saved a Demon by Kimberly Lemming Ever After Always by Chloe Liese The Night Ends with Fire by K.X. Song The Truth According to Ember by Danica Nava https://bookriot.com/the-first-traditionally-published-roman…

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Ep 34- Literacy Day Awarness! 49:00

8M ago49:00

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Today Hailey and Cody chat about their latest reads and discuss Literacy Day and the importance of raising awareness for literacy across the world! Books Mentioned: That Time I Got Drunk And Saved A Demon by Kimberly Lemming Stray Dogs by Tony Fleecs and Trish Forstner International Literacy Day is observed every year on September 8th to raise awar…

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Ep 33- Book Character Crushes 1:06:26

8M ago1:06:26

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Today Hailey and Cody discuss their Top 8 book character crushes ( #WeMissYouMyspace) and the latest bookish news including some Colleen Hoover movie controversy and what they are reading! Books Mentioned: Au Pair Affair by Tessa Bailey War by Laura Thalassa Life's Too Short by Abby Jimenez Just for the Summer by Abby Jimenez The Book Swap by Tessa…

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Ep 32- Education in Malice Part 2! 1:02:31

8M ago1:02:31

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This week Hailey and Cody wrap up their discussion on An Education in Malice by S.T. Gibson (spoilers for book!) They also discuss the latest in book bans (do better Tennessee!) and what they are reading! Books Mentioned: Au Pair Affair by Tessa Bailey How to Bite your Neighbor and Win a Wager by D.N. Bryn Done and Dusted by Lyla Sage De-Witched by…

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Ep 31- An Education in Malice Pt 1 57:55

8M ago57:55

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This week Hailey and Cody discuss the co-read for August, An Education in Malice by S.T. Gibson! For this episode we will be spoilery for the first 15 chapters of the book. Books Mentioned: How to Bite your Neighbor and Win a Wager by D.N Bryn Au Paire Affair by Tessa Bailey Indian Burial Ground by Nick Medina Bunker Hill: A City A Siege A Revoluti…

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Ep 30- Gaming and Booking! 1:03:51

9M ago1:03:51

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Please excuse the sound change. We had some technical issues :) Today Hailey and Cody discuss the best books that pair with your favorite video games! The co-read for An Education in Malice by S.T. Gibson starts next week! Be sure to read the first 15 chapters by 8/20! Books Mentioned: Cupcakes, Trinkets, and Other Deadly Magic by Meghan Ciana Doid…

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Ep 29- A Whole New (Book) World! 1:15:52

9M ago1:15:52

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Today Hailey and Cody chat about the bookish worlds they want to live in! We also discuss our current reads and the morality of sharing ARC's without permission (spoiler alert: don't do it!) Books Mentioned: Cupcakes, Trinkets, and Other Deadly Magic by Meghan Ciana Doidge Days at the Morisaki Bookshop by Satoshi Yagisawa Translated by Eric Ozawa B…

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Ep 28- We Have Page Fright and We Aren't Afraid to Talk About It 1:04:33

9M ago1:04:33

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Today Hailey and Cody discuss books that intimidate them and how to overcome our bookish fears! Books Mentioned Pestilence by Laura Thalassa That Time I Got Drunk and Saved A Human by Kimberly Lemming I Was A Teenage Slasher by Stephen Graham Jones The Lord of the Rings by J.R.R. Tolkien House of Leaves by Mark Z. Danielewski S. by Doug Dorst and J…

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Ep 27- 2024 Reading Goals Check-in: Halfway There Baby! 56:29

9M ago56:29

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This week Hailey and Cody discuss their hot new reads, books that come out this week, the NYT 100 best books of this century, and give an update about their reading goals for 2024! Books Mentioned: Africa Is Not a Country by Dipo Faloyin Cursed Bunny by Bora Chung translated by Anton Hur Heads Will Roll by Josh Winning (out July 30th, pre-order now…

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Ep 26- Summer Reading, Had Me A Blast 49:48

10M ago49:48

49:48

Hello hive-minded readers! This week Hailey and Cody discuss how to best read in the summertime! Grab your sunblock, an icy beverage, and hang out by the pool while we give you our suggestions. Books Mentioned: Check & Mate by Ali Hazelwood Mercy by Sara Cate Morbidly Yours by Ivy Fairbanks (out August 20th!) Cuckoo by Gretchen Felker-Martin We hav…

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Ep 25- Most Anticipated Books for 2024 Part 2! 56:40

10M ago56:40

56:40

This week Hailey and Cody discuss their most anticipated books for the second half of 2024! Check out these books we can't wait to get our hands on! Books Mentioned: The Stardust Grail by Yume Kitasei Perfectly Wicked by Lindsay Lovise (out Sept 17th!) The Au Pair Affair by Tessa Bailey-- July 16th I Was a Teenage Slasher by Stephen Graham Jones-- …

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Ep 24- Best Books of 2024 So Far! 55:22

10M ago55:22

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This week Hailey and Cody discuss their favorite books of 2024 (so far). Tune in and be prepared to fill your TBR! Books Mentioned: Real Americans by Rachel Khong The Z Word by Lindsay King-Miller Blitzed by Alexa Martin Best books of 2024 so far The Partner Plot by Kristina Forest Emily Wilde's Map of the Otherlands Fangirl Down by Tessa Bailey Fu…

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Ep 23- Books for PRIDE! 57:56

10M ago57:56

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Today Hailey and Cody discuss their favorite recommendations for Pride! Happy Pride Everyone!!! Books Mentioned: Funny Story by Emily Henry Home is Where the Bodies Are by Jeneva Rose Mercy by Sara Cate Blitzed by Alexa Martin Her Majesty's Royal Coven Series by Juno Dawson (Queen B comes out July 18th!) The Alder King Spring by Talia Greer House i…

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Ep 22- The Assassin and the Desert this book 1:29:05

11M ago1:29:05

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This week Hailey and Cody discuss The Assassin and the Desert, announcing that they are dumping The Assassin's Blade, and giving their overall feelings on Throne of Glass! Books Mentioned: That Time I Got Drunk and Yeeted a Love Potion at a Werewolf by Kimberly Leming Translation State by Ann Leckie Hers to Rule by Coral Alejandra Moore Swift and S…

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Ep 21- The Assassin and the Healer 49:07

11M ago49:07

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Today Hailey and Cody chat about the novella The Assassin and the Healer in The Assassin's Blade novella collection by Sarah J. Maas. Books Mentioned: Book of Love by Kelly Link The Bridges of High Hill by Nghi Vo Swift and Saddled by Lyla Sage Always Practice Safe Hex by Juliette Cross Neighbors Like That by Carina Taylor The Assasin's Blade by Sa…

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Ep-20 Assasins Blade Novella 1: Pirate King? Pirate Lord? 51:03

11M ago51:03

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Today Hailey and Cody chat about the first novella in The Assasins Blade by Sarah J. Maas. Apologies for late upload and for poor audio on Cody's part :) Books Mentioned: The Book of Love by Kelly Link My Wife Said You May Want to Marry Me by Jason B. Rosenthal The Brides of High Hill by Nghi Vo Swift and Saddled by Lyla Sage Always Practice Safe H…

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Ep 19- Snacks to Sustain You During Reading 1:04:20

11M ago1:04:20

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This week Hailey and Cody chat about romance in the desert, the upcoming co-read (Assasins Blade) as well as discuss their favorite snack/drink items for reading! Books Mentioned: Always Practice Safe Hex by Juliette Cross Swift and Saddled by Lyla Sage Kingdom of Ash by Sarah J. Maas Book of Love by Kelly Link Next week we will be discussing the f…

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Book Preferences "Uncovered" 1:07:13

12M ago1:07:13

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This week Hailey and Cody talk about their crazy schedules, Crumbl cookies and discuss what they like and don't like in book covers! Our June co-read is The Assasin's Blade by Sarah J. Maas Books Mentioned: The Deer and the Dragon by Piper CJ Kingdom of Ash by Sarah J. Maas Undiscovered Country by Charles Soule and Scott Snyder The Familiar by Leig…

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Ep 17- To Be Read? More Like To Be BuRied With 1:02:07

12M ago1:02:07

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This week Hailey and Cody are discussing their reads, Piper CJ's new book, Throne of Glass finale, and discuss their current TBR lists! June co-read will be The Assasin's Blade by Sarah J. Maas Books Mentioned: The Deer and the Dragon by Piper CJ Kingdom of Ash by Sarah J. Maas Give us a review on your podcast app! Email: [email protected] …

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