Best Nicholas Weaver Podcasts (2025)

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Breaking the Mold: Nikki Payne on Inclusive Love Stories 53:22

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Send us a text We’re diving deep into the heart of modern rom-coms, Nerds! ✨ The brilliant Nikki Payne joins us to talk about her newest release, The Princess and the P.I., along with Pride and Protest and Sex, Lies and Sensibility. We chat all things love, laughter, and representation — from Jane Austen inspirations to why diversity and fresh pers…

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Books, Belonging & Big Feelings with ShonnaReads 49:44

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Send us a text This week, we’re joined by the one and only @ShonnaReads — the radiant, book-loving powerhouse who’s making the reading world brighter and more inclusive. 🌈📚 Shonna opens up about her passion for highlighting diverse stories, celebrating underrepresented voices, and creating a book community that feels like home for everyone. We chat…

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Heather Snodgrass: A Love Letter to Reading 51:11

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Send us a text Heather Snodgrass joins us to talk A Love Letter to Reading! We dive into her dark humor, killer playlists, and pop-culture-driven storytelling — all with her signature wit and warmth. 💀🎶 From grief and vengeance to bold, flawed female leads, Heather shows how laughter can live beside heartbreak. Grab your headphones — this one’s sma…

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Girls Who Play Dead 🖤🔪 Joelle Wellington Brings the Thrills (and Eat the Rich Vibes) 46:49

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Send us a text This week on Fiction Fanatics, we’re joined by the incredible Joelle Wellington 🖤🔪 and honestly… we clicked instantly. ✨ Joelle is the author of Their Vicious Games, The Blonde Dies First, and the upcoming Girls Who Play Dead— thrillers that are sharp, chilling, and full of that delicious eat the rich energy we live for. We chat abou…

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Real or Not Real: Our Mockingjay Finale 53:09

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We Love You, Mona Awad | Writing, Fairy Tales & the Magic of We Love You, Bunny 37:28

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Send us a text Today on Fiction Fanatics, we are beyond thrilled to welcome Mona Awad, the bestselling author of Bunny, Rouge, All’s Well, and 13 Ways of Looking at a Fat Girl. 💫 Mona joins us to talk all about her highly anticipated new novel, We Love You, Bunny 🐇—a dark, witty, and surreal return to the Bunny-verse. We dive into her writing proce…

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Brynne Weaver Talks Tourist Season 🔪🖤 Dark Romance & Fan Favorites ✨ 52:03

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Send us a text We are SCREAMING because Brynne Weaver is on Fiction Fanatics!! 🖤✨ The author of the Ruinous Love Trilogy(Butcher & Blackbird, Leather & Lark, Scythe & Sparrow) joins us to talk dark romance, slow-burn tension 🔥, morally gray heroes 😏, and her brand-new book Tourist Season—a delicious, slow-burn, enemies-to-lovers ride with small-tow…

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The Warden Is In the House: JR Ward on Lover Forbidden & BDB Season 2 1:09:36

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Send us a text NERDS. It happened. 😭💀 THE WARDEN herself—JR WARD—is on Fiction Fanatics and we’re still screaming about it!! We dive deep into the world of the Black Dagger Brotherhood, talk all about her upcoming release (Lover Forbidden👀✨), and yes—we fangirl HARD over Season 2 of the BDB show coming to Passionflix! But it’s not just about the bo…

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Vitalerium: Descent into the Void 🚀 | Nicholas Keating Casbarro Interview 39:29

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Send us a text This week, we’re blasting off with Nicholas Keating Casbarro, author of Vitalerium: Descent into the Void 🚀. Nicholas takes us through his unique writing journey (yes, much of the book was drafted mid-flight ✈️), the expansive worldbuilding behind Vitalerium, and what inspires him to create stories that balance action, politics, and …

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The Movie That Set the Arena Ablaze | Hunger Games Summer: Catching Fire 🔥 48:25

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Send us a text 🔥🎯 Hunger Games Summer continues! 🎯🔥 Tonight, Chanel and Lark gush over Catching Fire — from the PERFECT casting choices to the scenes we can’t stop rewatching, plus a deep dive into the love triangle that kept us on the edge of our seats (Team Peeta forever 🥖❤️). 🏹✨ Stacy couldn’t join us this round (curse you, work schedule 😭), but…

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Hunger Games Summer: Episode Rewind – Peeta’s Games, Part 1 1:04:43

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Send us a text We’re keeping the Hunger Games Summer spirit alive with a rewind to one of our most-loved episodes! 🔥 In Peeta’s Games, Part 1, we dive into the fanfiction by lgsysgrace — a powerful retelling of The Hunger Games from Peeta’s POV. It’s emotional, intense, and guaranteed to make you fall for our bread boy all over again. Whether you’r…

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Coffee, Books, and a Little Bit of Fate: Michelle C. Harris Joins Us 49:29

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Send us a text This week, we got to sit down with the absolutely wonderful Michelle C. Harris — and what a fun, inspiring conversation it turned out to be. We talked all about her writing journey, her upcoming books A Latte Like Love and The Book of Graves, and what it’s really been like stepping into the publishing world. Of course, we couldn’t st…

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Hunger Games Summer: Catching Fire ⏰🔥 52:14

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Send us a text Our ✨ Hunger Games Summer ✨ series continues with the book that raised the stakes — Catching Fire. We dive into the brilliant storyline, the unforgettable twists, and the characters we already loved… but now see in a whole new light after reading Sunrise on the Reaping. This reread brought even more depth and heartbreak to a story th…

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Hunger Games Summer: The Movie Episode 30:43

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Send us a text We’re back in Panem, and this time it’s on the big screen! This week, we’re rewatching The Hunger Games movie and diving into all our thoughts — the casting, the scenes that still give us chills, and our excitement for the new movie on the horizon. 🎯🔥 May the odds be ever in your earbuds. Support the show ***Produced by Jen Hardin***…

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Rewind Episode – The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes (Part 2) | Hunger Games Summer Continues! 1:20:16

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Send us a text Hunger Games Summer isn’t over yet, nerds! 🌾🔥 While we take a little break, we’re bringing you Part 2 of our Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes deep dive—and it’s time to head back into the arena. This episode covers Snow’s descent (or unraveling?), the chaos of the Games, Lucy Gray’s survival tactics, and allll our conflicted feelings a…

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Rewind Episode – The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes (Part 1) | Hunger Games Summer Continues! 1:38:04

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Send us a text This week, we’re taking a quick break—but Hunger Games Summer rolls on! 🌾🔥 We’re throwing it back to Part 1 of our deep dive into The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes. This episode covers our first impressions, Coriolanus Snow’s villain origin story (👀), early Capitol chaos, and of course… Lucy Gray Baird and her glittering, snake-kiss…

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Quick Recs for Pride Month 34:20

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Send us a text It’s a quick one, nerds! This week, we’re sharing what we’re currently loving—books, shows, stories—and giving a shoutout to the queer reads on our TBR for Pride Month. 🏳️‍🌈📚 From romantic fantasy to sharp, queer thrillers, we’ve got recs for every mood. Tune in for a short & sweet check-in from your favorite chaotic trio 💖 Love, Ash…

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Welcome to Hunger Games Summer 🔥 Book One Deep Dive 46:53

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Send us a text Welcome to Hunger Games Summer, nerds! 🎯 All season long, we’re heading back to Panem—and this week we kick things off with The Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins. We dive into: 🕊️ Who’s really playing the game (and who’s just trying to survive) 🥖 Our thoughts on Gale and the early love triangle 📖 How Sunrise on the Reaping gave this re…

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May Book of the Month: Sunrise on the Reaping 54:13

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Send us a text This week, we’re diving into Sunrise on the Reaping by the iconic Suzanne Collins—our May Book of the Month and one of the most exciting additions to the Hunger Games universe yet. We recorded this one in our pod studio (!!!) and had an absolute blast unpacking the world, the characters, and all the ways this story wrecked us—in the …

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That’s the End of It. And We’re Not Okay. (IWTV Season 2 Finale w/ Julie Soto) 1:23:40

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Send us a text A love story ends… or maybe it just transforms. In the Interview with the Vampire Season 2 finale, we’re joined one last time by Julie Soto to unravel the heartbreak, betrayal, and blood-soaked beauty of Episode 8. Secrets come to light. Masks fall away. And what’s left behind is complicated, devastating, and unforgettable. Let’s tal…

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The Beginning of the End (IWTV S2E7) with Julie Soto! 56:12

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Send us a text This week on Fiction Fanatics, we’re breaking down Interview with the Vampire Season 2, Episode 7 with the one and only Julie Soto! 🖤✨ The cracks between Louis and Armand are impossible to ignore, Daniel is digging too deep, and the past refuses to stay buried. Love, memory, loyalty—everything is falling apart. And somehow… we’re sti…

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A Kiss Before the Fall (IWTV S2E6) 57:44

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Send us a text ✨ We’re back with another episode in our Interview with the Vampire Season 2 series! This week, we’re diving into Episode 6 with our bestie and resident expert, Julie Soto 🖤🩸 From daring choices to devastating betrayals, the tension is higher than ever — and we have so many feelings. Grab a drink (maybe something a little… darker?) a…

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IWTV S2 Ep 5: Daniel, Drama, and Damage (with our fave Julie Soto!!) 59:51

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Send us a text Daniel said “let’s unpack that” and then absolutely wrecked the room. 🫣🩸 In Interview with the Vampire Season 2, Episode 5, tensions are THICK, truths are slipping, and honestly? No one is okay (especially us). Julie Soto is BACK to spiral with us as Daniel stirs the pot, Armand plays puppet master, and Louis… continues to unravel be…

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We’re Spiraling Again (with Julie Soto, duh!): IWTV Season 2 Continues (Episodes 3-4) 1:09:50

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Send us a text 🩸The blood is flowing and the drama is rising. We’re back with another episode in our Interview with the Vampire Season 2 series—and things are getting… complicated. Old wounds resurface, power shifts, secrets are (maybe) kept 👀 And yes, Julie Soto is back with us for all the vampire chaos. We’re spiraling. Again. Join us. 🖤 Watch no…

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We’re Back and So Is the Blood: IWTV S2 with Julie Soto 49:44

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Send us a text 🩸 We’re Back, Baby! Season 2 of Interview with the Vampire is HERE—and so are we, diving straight into episodes 1 & 2 with our favorite returning guest, Julie Soto! We’re talking new vibes, Louis’ messy emotions, Armand being Armand, and allll the tension. Chanel and Ashley hold it down while Stacy makes a surprise appearance later i…

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Bea is THAT Girl: Breaking Down Stone Cold Fox 57:10

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Send us a text 💗 This week, we’re diving into our March Book of the Month—Stone Cold Fox by Rachel Koller Croft! 💋🔪 Recorded in our newly improved podcast studio (!!) 🎧💖, we’re breaking down this sharp, twisty thriller that had us hooked from page one. Bea is bold, brilliant, and beautifully dangerous—and we had so much fun unpacking her character.…

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Mermaids, Magic & Mayhem—Talking Books with M.J. Etkind 38:26

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Send us a text Nerds, get ready for a ✨magical✨ episode! We’re hanging out with the amazing M.J. Etkind—author of Dishwasher Safe 🧜‍♀️🍽️ and the upcoming The Witch of Wall Street 💸🧙‍♀️! We talk all about her books, her inspiration, and how her fanfic roots 📖🔥 helped shape her as a writer. From mermaids in NYC to witches in finance, M.J. knows how t…

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An Evening with Julie Soto & Deep Bites on Interview with the Vampire: Season 1 Finale! 55:35

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Send us a text We’ve reached the fourth and final deep dive into Interview with the Vampire—Season 1, that is! 👀 But don’t worry, we’ll be back for Season 2! In this episode, we’re wrapping up our thoughts on the Season 1 finale, breaking down the biggest twists, emotional gut punches, and all the deliciously dark drama. And, of course, we’re joine…

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An Evening with Julie Soto & Deep Bites on Interview with the Vampire: Episodes 5-6 1:02:54

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Send us a text We’re back with Deep Bites, diving into Episodes 5-6 of Interview with the Vampire! More drama, more blood, and of course—Julie is back (obviously) 😉 plus Chanel’s hot takes! 👀💬 Hit play and join the convo! 🖤 #InterviewWithTheVampire #DeepBites #NewEpisode Support the show ***Produced by Jen Hardin***…

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Falling Hard for Pride and Protest – Our February Book 59:23

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Send us a text This month, we’re diving into the ultimate enemies-to-lovers slow burn with Pride and Protest by Nikki Payne! 🥰 Set in Washington, D.C., this modern-day retelling of Pride and Prejudice stole our hearts, and we can’t wait to share why. Liza B., a fierce community activist, and Dorsey Fitzgerald, a property developer, clash in the mos…

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An Evening with Julie Soto & Deep Bites on Interview with the Vampire: Episodes 3-4 46:19

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Send us a text We’re back with part two of our Interview with the Vampire deep dive—this time tackling episodes 3 and 4! 🩸🖤🌙 And guess who’s joining us? None other than our favorite author and honorary podcast bestie, Julie Soto! 📖💫 We chat blood, betrayal, and beautifully chaotic relationships (looking at you, Louis and Lestat), plus all the gothi…

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A Conversation with Mina Brower – Inspiration, Magic, and More 50:31

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Send us a text In this episode, we’re thrilled to welcome the incredibly talented and inspiring Mina Brower! 🪄💫 Author of A God of Moonlight and Stardust, Mina shares all about her writing journey, the inspiration behind her debut novel, and her amazing life. We dive deep into how she balances being a lawyer, a mother, and an author, and we even pl…

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An Evening with Julie Soto & Deep Bites on Interview with the Vampire: Episodes 1-2 1:19:00

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Send us a text Hey Nerds, we are beyond thrilled to have the AMAZING Julie Soto back on the podcast for an unhinged episode! Join us as we dive into the first and second episodes of Interview with the Vampire (AMC’s IWTV) and give our deep bites into the world of vampires, drama, and everything in between. 🩸 Get ready for all the fangirling, insigh…

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Drenched in Fantasy: Breaking Down Monsoon Rising 28:33

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Send us a text Nerds, we are obsessed with our January Book of the Month, Monsoon Rising by Thea Guanzon, and we’re diving into everything—the plot, the themes, our fave characters, and yes, the smutty scenes. 🌧️🔥 If you love magic, romance, and an epic fantasy world that keeps you hooked, this one’s for you! ⚠️ SPOILER WARNING ⚠️ We’re talking all…

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Divine Worlds and Bold Stories: Kritika H. Rao Talks The Legend of Meneka 42:32

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Send us a text This week, we’re beyond excited to welcome the incredible Kritika H. Rao to the podcast! 🎙️ We dive deep into her upcoming book, The Legend of Meneka, the first in her new Divine Dancers Duology. From its epic mythology-inspired world-building to its bold and captivating characters, this story is already shaping up to be a masterpiec…

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A Re-Read on Thea Guanzon Returns: Monsoon Rising and Life After Hurricane Wars 1:01:21

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Send us a text 🌟 Re-Release Alert! 🌟 We’re bringing back our fantastic interview with Thea Guanzon just in time to celebrate our January Book of the Month: Monsoon Rising! 🎉✨ This epic sequel to The Hurricane Wars is full of romance, political intrigue, and lush world-building inspired by Southeast Asian mythology. 🌊📖 In this episode, we chat with …

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Corrections Corner & Exciting News: Monsoon Rising is Our Book of the Month! 2:41

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Send us a text Hey Nerds! Just a quick update and Corrections Corner for you today! We’ve got some plot errors from our last Book of the Month, Ruinby Gillan Eliza West, that we need to clear up. We love our authors and always want to make sure we get the details right! Plus, we’re thrilled to announce our new Book of the Month: Monsoon Rising by T…

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“Ruin” by Gillian Eliza West: Greek Mythology Meets Romance and Intrigue 1:09:06

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Send us a text This week, we’re diving into the sexy, romantic, and thrilling world of Ruin by Gillian Eliza West! With its lush Greek mythology-inspired vibes, unforgettable characters, and steamy, heart-pounding moments, this book had us completely enchanted. We break down our favorite themes, scenes, and quotes—and gush over how this story perfe…

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Greek Myths & Modern Magic: Our Favorite Mythology Recs 53:59

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Send us a text This month’s Book of the Month, Ruin by Gillian Eliza West, has us completely inspired by Greek mythology! 🏛✨ In this week’s episode, we share our top Greek mythology recommendations—from books that breathe new life into classic myths to must-watch movies and TV shows. 📚📽️ As always, we may go off the rails with some extra recs, but …

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Thea Guanzon Returns: Monsoon Rising and Life After Hurricane Wars 1:01:21

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Send us a text This week on Fiction Fanatics, we’re absolutely honored to welcome back Thea Guanzon! 🎉 Last year, she wowed us with her stunning debut, The Hurricane Wars, and now she’s back to dive into its highly anticipated sequel, Monsoon Rising. 🌪️✨ In this episode, we chat with Thea about her experience writing the sequel, how her life has ch…

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Gillian Eliza West: From Fan Fiction to Epic Fantasy Worlds 1:09:15

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Send us a text Hey Nerds! 🎧 In this week’s episode, we had the absolute pleasure of chatting with the incredibly talented Gillian Eliza West, author of Ruin from The Infernis Duology! 😍📚 We had so much fun talking about: ✨ The magical world of Ruin and its rich mythology 🔥 What’s coming in the mind-blowing sequel 💻 Gillian’s fan fiction past and ho…

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Forged by Blood: Ehigbor Okosun’s Epic Tale of African Mythology and Magic 47:06

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Send us a text Hey Nerds! This week, we’re exploring Forged by Blood by Ehigbor Okosun—a breathtaking fantasy debut steeped in African mythology. With its rich world-building, complex characters, and themes of justice, power, and freedom, this book has everything we love in a fantasy novel. Join us as we delve into the story with a quick summary, d…

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November Recommendations: Books, Shows & Fan Fics We’re Loving! 34:10

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Send us a text Hey Nerds! This week, we’re diving into our November recs! From books to binge-worthy shows, and even some fan fiction gems, we’re sharing everything we’re loving right now. 🖋️💻 Join us as we catch up, chat about what’s on our radar, and have a blast along the way. It’s a chill, fun episode you won’t want to miss! 💬 Let us know your …

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Creating Worlds & Forging Stories: Ehigbor Okosun Interview 1:17:29

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Send us a text Hey Nerds! 💫 We are beyond thrilled to have the incredible Ehigbor Okosun on the podcast this week! We dive deep into her writing journey and chat about her powerful debut novel, Forged by Blood, along with the release of its highly anticipated sequel. 📚✨ Join us as Ehigbor shares the inspiration behind her West African-inspired fant…

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October Book of the Month: The Weight of Blood by Tiffany D. Jackson 53:46

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Send us a text Hey Nerds! Get ready for a chilling deep dive into The Weight of Blood, our October Book of the Month! 📚✨ This modern horror twist on Carrie had us completely hooked—and we can’t wait to share our thoughts with you. We’re talking all things The Weight of Blood: the suspense, the social commentary, and the unforgettable moments that m…

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Spooky Season Picks: Halloween Books, Movies, TV, & Witches We Love! 50:48

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Send us a text Happy Halloween, Nerds! 🎃👻 In this special episode, we’re sharing all our favorite Halloween books, movies, and TV shows to get you in the spooky spirit. Plus, we dive into a fun discussion about our favorite witches across pop culture! 🧙‍♀️✨ We had a blast putting together these recommendations, so grab your cauldron and join us for…

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Thrills & Chills with Jay: Exploring the World of Coversnobbox and Bookish Adventures 1:09:23

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Send us a text ✨ This week, we’re thrilled to announce our October Book of the Month: The Weight of Blood by the incredible Tiffany D. Jackson! 📚🎉 But that’s not all—we’re joined by a super special guest, Jay! 🫶 Jay is a podcaster, bookstagrammer, and the owner of Coversnobbox, an awesome book subscription service. 📦💕 We dive deep into Jay's love f…

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The Magic of Jennifer L. Armentrout’s From Blood and Ash 1:12:56

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Send us a text Hey Nerds, this week, we’re diving into From Blood and Ash by Jennifer L. Armentrout, and let’s just say—we’re OBSESSED! 🤩 Tune in as we break down the plot, gush over the characters, and share some of our favorite quotes. Of course, we can’t talk about this book without discussing the undeniable chemistry between Poppy and Hawke 🔥😉 …

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From Blood and Ash to ApollyCon: A Conversation with Jennifer L. Armentrout 55:36

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Send us a text BIG Episode Alert! ✨📚 This week, we are beyond excited to be joined by the incredible Jennifer L. Armentrout, bestselling author of the From Blood and Ash series! 🔥📖 We dive into From Blood and Ash, chat about her writing process, her inspirations, and get the inside scoop on her amazing convention, ApollyCon! 🎉 And, of course, we co…

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Dystopian Worlds Unpacked: Standalones & Series We Can't Stop Reading 44:11

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Send us a text Hey Nerds, in this week’s episode, we’re diving deep into the world of dystopian books! From the elements that define the genre to what we love (and don’t love) about these stories, we’re breaking it all down. 😍💥 Join us as we share our favorite dystopian reads—both standalone books and epic series. Whether you're a longtime fan or j…