Book Besties

Book Besties Season 8 Episode 20: We Are the MatchFor the Season 8 finale, Bestie April is joined by author Mary E. Roach to talk about her upcoming book We Are the Match. Join them as they talk about this updated take on the Helen of Troy myth with a sapphic twist. This episode talks about updating a classic, the importance of sapphic stories, and making the truly best choice to fall for your enemy. Things talked about in this episode:Mary E. Roach: https://www.maryeroach.com/ Mary E. Roach on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@maryeroachMary E. Roach on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/maryeroachauthor Helen of Troy Myth: https://www.britannica.com/topic/Helen-of-Troy Romeo + Juliet: https://bit.ly/43KywWo Ice Planet Barbarians Episode: https://bit.ly/43XHMoL Columbus Book Festival: https://www.columbusbookfestival.org/ Meet Molly and April, they bonded over books and became Book Besties. So, what do you do when you find your book bestie? Start a podcast of course. Hang out with April and Molly as they talk about everything they love and hate about books. Follow the Book Besties on Facebook, Instagram, Tiktok, and YouTube. If you'd like to contact the Book Besties, please email us at bookbestiespod@gmail.com or visit our website bookbestiespodcast.com. You can support the Book Besties by joining our Patreon at Book Besties Podcast.

Take a trip through time to London in the 1700s. This week the Besties sit down with author A.J. West to discuss his absolutely moving book The Betrayal of Thomas True. Join us as we discuss queer historical fiction, developing a story for an American release, and why authentic representation matters. Things talked about in this episode:A.J. West: https://ajwestauthor.com/ ALA Library Bill of Rights: https://www.ala.org/advocacy/intfreedom/librarybill Mother Clap's Molly House: https://bit.ly/4jDeIsx Queer History Tiktokers: https://bit.ly/44a2K5a (Yester Queers) & https://bit.ly/4k1evQl (Dr. Anthony Delany) A.J West Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ajwestauthor/ Blackwell's Shop for A.J. West's books: https://bit.ly/45QBU3h Interview with a Vampire: https://bit.ly/4kFeeng Meet Molly and April, they bonded over books and became Book Besties. So, what do you do when you find your book bestie? Start a podcast of course. Hang out with April and Molly as they talk about everything they love and hate about books. Follow the Book Besties on Facebook, Instagram, Tiktok, and YouTube. If you'd like to contact the Book Besties, please email us at bookbestiespod@gmail.com or visit our website bookbestiespodcast.com. You can support the Book Besties by joining our Patreon at Book Besties Podcast.

Book Besties Season 8 Episode 18: Before Dorothy with the Author Hazel GaynorBesties, join us today as we talk about one of the most anticipated historical fiction books of the summer: Before Dorothy. We were lucky enough to have Hazel Gaynor, the author, join us. Things talked about in this episode:Hazel Gaynor: https://hazelgaynor.com/Columbus Book Festival: https://www.columbusbookfestival.org/ Patreon: https://bit.ly/4jQIqes Meet Molly and April, they bonded over books and became Book Besties. So, what do you do when you find your book bestie? Start a podcast of course. Hang out with April and Molly as they talk about everything they love and hate about books. Follow the Book Besties on Facebook, Instagram, Tiktok, and YouTube. If you'd like to contact the Book Besties, please email us at bookbestiespod@gmail.com or visit our website bookbestiespodcast.com. You can support the Book Besties by joining our Patreon at Book Besties Podcast.

Book Besties Season 8 Episode 17: Last Night at the Telegraph ClubBesties, let's take a trip back in time today with Last Night at the Telegraph Club by Malinda Lo. Join us this episode as we discuss what makes relevant historical fiction, why LGBTQ stories matter, and, of course, Molly makes promises to tackle Matt Dinniman. Things talked about in this episode:Malinda Lo: https://www.malindalo.com/A history of Queer Community in San Francisco: https://www.trafalgar.com/real-word/san-franciscos-lgbtq-history/Male Impersonators From Malinda Lo : https://www.malindalo.com/blog/2021/4/27/a-brief-history-of-male-impersonation Jubilee Dawn content creator: https://www.tiktok.com/@jubileedawns Storygraph Challenge: https://app.thestorygraph.com/reading_challenges/4ab14a78-fc45-4b30-bd7c-3c79e1258c3d Columbus Book Festival: https://www.columbusbookfestival.org/ Patreon: https://bit.ly/4jQIqes Meet Molly and April, they bonded over books and became Book Besties. So, what do you do when you find your book bestie? Start a podcast of course. Hang out with April and Molly as they talk about everything they love and hate about books. Follow the Book Besties on Facebook, Instagram, Tiktok, and YouTube. If you'd like to contact the Book Besties, please email us at bookbestiespod@gmail.com or visit our website bookbestiespodcast.com. You can support the Book Besties by joining our Patreon at Book Besties Podcast.

Book Besties Season 8 Episode 16: Chaotic Orbits with Author Beth RevisStrap in, Besties, we're headed on a space adventure! This week the Besties are joined by author Beth Revis to chat about her series Chaotic Orbits. Join us as we talk about sex in space, pop culture inspirations, and outlining Star Wars Books. Things talked about in this episode:Beth Revis: https://www.bethrevis.com/ Hedy Lamarr: https://bit.ly/43BaooQ Resident Alien Clip: https://bit.ly/45dIhxd Columbus Book Festival: https://www.columbusbookfestival.org/ Patreon: https://bit.ly/4jQIqes Meet Molly and April, they bonded over books and became Book Besties. So, what do you do when you find your book bestie? Start a podcast of course. Hang out with April and Molly as they talk about everything they love and hate about books. Follow the Book Besties on Facebook, Instagram, Tiktok, and YouTube. If you'd like to contact the Book Besties, please email us at bookbestiespod@gmail.com or visit our website bookbestiespodcast.com. You can support the Book Besties by joining our Patreon at Book Besties Podcast.

Book Besties Season 8 Episode 15: When Women Were DragonsThis week, the Besties read the alt-history, feminist novel When Women Were Dragons by Kelly Barnhill. Join them as they talk about sibling relationships, societal norms of the 1950s, and decide if this book is worth the hype. Things talked about in this episode:Correction: Dr. Carla Hayden was a public library prior to being appointed as Librarian of Congress: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Carla_Hayden Knot Tying: https://bit.ly/4d9fNGW Child Protective Services History: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Child_protective_services Kinsey Scale: https://bit.ly/43pFMXh Columbus Book Festival: https://www.columbusbookfestival.org/ Patreon: https://bit.ly/4jQIqes Meet Molly and April, they bonded over books and became Book Besties. So, what do you do when you find your book bestie? Start a podcast of course. Hang out with April and Molly as they talk about everything they love and hate about books. Follow the Book Besties on Facebook, Instagram, Tiktok, and YouTube. If you'd like to contact the Book Besties, please email us at bookbestiespod@gmail.com or visit our website bookbestiespodcast.com. You can support the Book Besties by joining our Patreon at Book Besties Podcast.

Book Besties Season 8 Episode 14: An Academy for LiarsOn this week's episode of Book Besties, we talk about An Academy for Liars by Alexis Henderson. Join us as we talk about the difference in magic and persuasion, when morality comes into play with magic, and consent at Drayton College.CONTENT WARNING: In this episode, we talk about suicidal thoughts, suicide, murder, abuse, and other awful things that come with the human condition. Please understand that we here at Book Besties understand that this can be a sensitive topic, you can skip this episode, and we will understand. Things talked about in this episode: Book Bestie Bundles: https://www.tiktok.com/@bookbestiebundles?_t=ZT-8w6cCwbefJT&_r=1 Illumicrate special edition: https://illumicrate.com/products/an-academy-for-liars-alexis-henderson-evernight-exclusive?variant=49558138290521 People Need Other People: https://twloha.com/blog/people-need-other-people/ Meet Molly and April, they bonded over books and became Book Besties. So, what do you do when you find your book bestie? Start a podcast of course. Hang out with April and Molly as they talk about everything they love and hate about books. Follow the Book Besties on Facebook, Instagram, Tiktok, and YouTube. If you'd like to contact the Book Besties, please email us at bookbestiespod@gmail.com or visit our website bookbestiespodcast.com. You can support the Book Besties by joining our Patreon at Book Besties Podcast.

Book Besties Season 8 Episode 13: A Wizard's Guide to Defensive BakingThis week the Besties are joined by Editor Thom to discuss the book A Wizard's Guide to Defensive Baking by T. Kingfisher. This episode, much like the book, goes off the rails as April tries to reign her husband in. Join them as they discuss gingerbread soldier boys, attempt to unravel the magic system, and listen to sea stories from Thom and Molly. Things talked about in this episode:Brock Turner Case: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/People_v._TurnerThe American Cathedral in Paris: https://amcathparis.com/ Molly's Award: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Coast_Guard_Unit_CommendationThere are 45K members of the United States Coast Guard: https://bit.ly/4cPcxAk Meet Molly and April, they bonded over books and became Book Besties. So, what do you do when you find your book bestie? Start a podcast of course. Hang out with April and Molly as they talk about everything they love and hate about books. Follow the Book Besties on Facebook, Instagram, Tiktok, and YouTube. If you'd like to contact the Book Besties, please email us at bookbestiespod@gmail.com or visit our website bookbestiespodcast.com. You can support the Book Besties by joining our Patreon at Book Besties Podcast.

Book Besties Season 8 Episode 12: The God of the WoodsBesties, grab your bug spray, we are heading to summer camp in the Adirondacks. Join us as we talk about the historical mystery The God of the Woods by Liz Moore, including when writers highlight the truth about the times, and (of course), the Besties get off track.Things talked about in this episode:Drugging housewives: https://www.historyhit.com/mothers-little-helper-the-history-of-valium/What's Your Name Meme: https://youtu.be/tSrH-6YUf1g?si=KpWEXqvi_b0ozgqfBook Besties Patreon: patreon.com/BookBestiesPodcastMeet Molly and April, they bonded over books and became Book Besties. So, what do you do when you find your book bestie? Start a podcast of course. Hang out with April and Molly as they talk about everything they love and hate about books. Follow the Book Besties on Facebook, Instagram, Tiktok, and YouTube. If you'd like to contact the Book Besties, please email us at bookbestiespod@gmail.com or visit our website bookbestiespodcast.com. You can support the Book Besties by joining our Patreon at Book Besties Podcast.

Book Besties Season 8 Episode 11: The Wedding PeopleIt's time for a wedding at a fancy inn.. This week the Besties talk about the Wedding People by Alison Espach. Join us as we talk about rich people at a wedding, belonging to a group of strangers, and how an uncomfortable ending can actually be perfect. Trigger warning for this episode: suicide, depression. Listener discretion is advised.Things talked about in this episode:Vet Tix: https://www.vettix.org/ IMLS Updates from ALA: https://www.ala.org/faq-executive-order-targeting-imls ‘night, Mother: https://bit.ly/42fDwSc Two Guys, a Girl, and a Pizza Place: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0137330/Meet Molly and April, they bonded over books and became Book Besties. So, what do you do when you find your book bestie? Start a podcast of course. Hang out with April and Molly as they talk about everything they love and hate about books. Follow the Book Besties on Facebook, Instagram, Tiktok, and YouTube. If you'd like to contact the Book Besties, please email us at bookbestiespod@gmail.com or visit our website bookbestiespodcast.com. You can support the Book Besties by joining our Patreon at Book Besties Podcast.

Book Besties Season 8 Episode 10: The Ministry of TimeBesties, this week we talk about a book we couldn't wait to read, The Ministry of Time by Kaliane Bradley. Join us as we talk about when the hype is bigger than the book, time travel rules, and (of course) Doctor Who.Things talked about in this episode:Shark Heart Episode: https://rss.com/podcasts/bookbesties/1966876/Book Besties Patreon: patreon.com/BookBestiesPodcast Meet Molly and April, they bonded over books and became Book Besties. So, what do you do when you find your book bestie? Start a podcast of course. Hang out with April and Molly as they talk about everything they love and hate about books.

Book Besties Season 8 Episode 9: Shark HeartApril Fool's, Besties. This week, the Besties take a backseat while our Honorary Book Besties Francesca Zappia and Nurse Katie talk about Shark Heart by Emily Habeck. Join them as they talk about metaphors for death, generational trauma, and shark penises.Things talked about in this episode:Francesca Zappia: https://www.francescazappia.com/ Emily Habeck: https://www.emilyhabeck.com/ Count of Monte Cristo Adaptation: https://bit.ly/3E8PDXG Meet Molly and April, they bonded over books and became Book Besties. So, what do you do when you find your book bestie? Start a podcast of course. Hang out with April and Molly as they talk about everything they love and hate about books. Follow the Book Besties on Facebook, Instagram, Tiktok, and YouTube. If you'd like to contact the Book Besties, please email us at bookbestiespod@gmail.com or visit our website bookbestiespodcast.com. You can support the Book Besties by joining our Patreon at Book Besties Podcast.

Book Besties Season 8 Episode 8: Bold Moves with Author Emma BarryBesties join us as we talk about Bold Moves with the author Emma Barry, laugh along with us as we talk about sexy chess, the writing process, and this fantastic new novel. Bold Moves will be released on April 22nd. It is available for preorder now.Things talked about in this episode:Emma Barry: https://authoremmabarry.com/ Book Besties Patreon: patreon.com/BookBestiesPodcast Meet Molly and April, they bonded over books and became Book Besties. So, what do you do when you find your book bestie? Start a podcast of course. Hang out with April and Molly as they talk about everything they love and hate about books. Follow the Book Besties on Facebook, Instagram, Tiktok, and YouTube. If you'd like to contact the Book Besties, please email us at bookbestiespod@gmail.com or visit our website bookbestiespodcast.com. You can support the Book Besties by joining our Patreon at Book Besties Podcast.

Book Besties Season 8 Episode 7: A Tempest of TeaWelcome back, Besties! This week the Besties take on the YA paranormal fantasy book A Tempest of Tea by Hafsah Faizal. Join us as we talk about world building and book maps, books that break the formula, and speculate wildly about the sequel. Things talked about in this episode:Hafsah Faizal: https://www.hafsahfaizal.com/ Spindrift Sparkling Water: https://drinkspindrift.com/ Harry Potter is narrated by Jim Dale in the US version and Steven Fry in the UK: https://harrypotter.fandom.com/wiki/Narrator Emma Barry: https://authoremmabarry.com/ Book Besties Patreon: patreon.com/BookBestiesPodcast Meet Molly and April, they bonded over books and became Book Besties. So, what do you do when you find your book bestie? Start a podcast of course. Hang out with April and Molly as they talk about everything they love and hate about books.

Book Besties Season 8 Episode 6: The Sun Down MotelBesties, join us as we cover our first Simone St. James novel, The Sun Down Motel. Join the Besties as they talk about what makes life scary, never driving behind logging trucks, and all the Dougs.Things talked about in this episode:Simone St. James: https://www.simonestjames.com/ Inside Man with Stanley Tucci: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt10948716/?ref_=ext_shr_lnkBook Besties Patreon: patreon.com/BookBestiesPodcast Colleen Stan Kidnapping: https://www.aetv.com/real-crime/colleen-stan-the-girl-in-the-box Meet Molly and April, they bonded over books and became Book Besties. So, what do you do when you find your book bestie? Start a podcast of course. Hang out with April and Molly as they talk about everything they love and hate about books.

Book Besties Season 8 Episode 5: Tress of the Emerald SeaHappy March, Besties. This week, the Besties take on the long requested Brandon Sanderson with his standalone book Tress of the Emerald Sea. Join us as we talk about fantasy books written by men vs. women, debate if the romance subplot holds up, and applaud Brandon Sanderson for creating a Princess Bride inspired story that holds up.Things talked about in this episode:Where to start with Brandon Sanderson: https://bit.ly/4bsxosKMichael Kramer (narrator): https://www.katereadingaudiobooks.com/ Book Besties Patreon: patreon.com/BookBestiesPodcast Meet Molly and April, they bonded over books and became Book Besties. So, what do you do when you find your book bestie? Start a podcast of course. Hang out with April and Molly as they talk about everything they love and hate about books.

Book Besties Season 8 Episode 4: You, Again.This week the Besties dive into their last romance read for February, You, Again by Kate Goldbeck. Join them as they talk about book tropes, books inspired by films, and what makes a good “Airport Run”.Things talked about in this episode:TikTokers :@occhiropractor &@drmichaelvan2023 GoodReads Romance list: https://www.goodreads.com/choiceawards/best-romance-books-2023Meet Molly and April, they bonded over books and became Book Besties. So, what do you do when you find your book bestie? Start a podcast of course. Hang out with April and Molly as they talk about everything they love and hate about books.

Book Besties Season 8 Episode 3: The C*ck Down the BlockThis week the Besties are joined by the author of the Cocky Kingsman series, Amy Award. Join us as we talk about the first book in the series, the C*ck Down the Block. In this episode we chat about fat representation in romance novels, bookish inside jokes, and an info dive into indie publishing. Things talked about in this episode:Amy Award: https://authoramyaward.com/ Leni Kauffman: https://www.lenikauffman.com/ Better-Faster Academy: https://betterfasteracademy.com/ Meet Molly and April, they bonded over books and became Book Besties. So, what do you do when you find your book bestie? Start a podcast of course. Hang out with April and Molly as they talk about everything they love and hate about books.

Book Besties Season 8 Episode 2: The Fiancée FarceBesties, we are keeping the romance going this month with The Fiancée Farce by Alexandria Bellefleur. Join April and Molly as they talk spice and banter in a FF romance, tropes and how to make them subtle, and talk about characters like they are real people.Things talked about in this episode:Tila Tequila: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tila_Tequila Meet Molly and April, they bonded over books and became Book Besties. So, what do you do when you find your book bestie? Start a podcast of course. Hang out with April and Molly as they talk about everything they love and hate about books.

Book Besties Season 8 Episode 1: Wild LoveThe Besties are back with season 8! This week they kick off a month of romance reads with Wild Love by Elsie Silver. Join them as they talk about book hangovers, small town romances, and debate the merits of a good book boyfriend. Things talked about in this episode:Elsie Silver reading order: https://www.elsiesilver.com/booksFourth Wing episode: https://bit.ly/40DZ6xz CW show was Life Unexpected: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt1442109/ Meet Molly and April, they bonded over books and became Book Besties. So, what do you do when you find your book bestie? Start a podcast of course. Hang out with April and Molly as they talk about everything they love and hate about books.

Book Besties Season 7 Episode 17: Olivia DadeFor this season 7 finale, the Besties are joined by queen of plus-sized romcoms, Olivia Dade. Join us as we talk about her writing journey and career, the vastness of the romance genre, and Olivia reads an excerpt from her upcoming book Zomromcom.Things talked about in this episode:Spoiler Alert episode: https://rss.com/podcasts/bookbesties/740022/Olivia Dade: https://oliviadade.com/ Kelsey Navarro: https://tantor.com/narrator/kelsey-navarro.html Archive of Our Own: https://archiveofourown.org/ Smart Bitches, Trashy Books: https://smartbitchestrashybooks.com/ Criminal Minds FanFic: https://bit.ly/4gXRi0h Olivia's Scary Mommy Essay: https://bit.ly/4fB0Mxd Meet Molly and April, they bonded over books and became Book Besties. So, what do you do when you find your book bestie? Start a podcast of course. Hang out with April and Molly as they talk about everything they love and hate about books.

Book Besties Season 7 Episode 16: Christmas with the Queen & Special Guests Hazel Gaynor & Heather WebbWhat a perfect way to kick off Christmas Eve, Besties, with this special episode of Book Besties. We have Authors Heather Webb & Hazel Gaynor on to discuss Christmas with The Queen, their newest book. Join the four as they laugh, talk about the writing process, and (of course) Christmas.Things talked about in this episode:Storygraph Challenge: https://bit.ly/3Bx4M40 April's Storygraph: https://bit.ly/41z2Tyc Hazel Gaynor: https://hazelgaynor.com/Heather Webb: https://heatherwebbauthor.com/site/Queen's first Christmas Broadcast: https://youtu.be/mBRP-o6Q85s?si=uvUq93kNHNA5bpYB Meet Molly and April, they bonded over books and became Book Besties. So, what do you do when you find your book bestie? Start a podcast of course. Hang out with April and Molly as they talk about everything they love and hate about books.

Book Besties Season 7 Episode 15: Lovelight FarmsWhat better place to set a Christmas romance than a literal Christmas tree farm? This week the Besties talk about Lovelight Farms by B.K. Borison. Join them as they quickly slide off the rails, talk about impulse buying a Christmas tree farm, and speculate how these two characters never had a drunken bang fest. Things talked about in this episode:Storygraph Challenge: https://bit.ly/3Bx4M40 April's Storygraph: https://bit.ly/41z2Tyc Fourth Wing episode: https://bit.ly/3ZSMOSQ It absolutely snows in Maryland: https://bit.ly/3ZTsMrh Chris Farley SNL: https://bit.ly/4gDSsNZ Meet Molly and April, they bonded over books and became Book Besties. So, what do you do when you find your book bestie? Start a podcast of course. Hang out with April and Molly as they talk about everything they love and hate about books.

Book Besties Season 7 Episode 14: The Matzah BallBesties, we are dashing through the snow into our next winter read, The Matzah Ball by Jean Meltzer. Join the Besties as they talk about what makes a winter romance-winter, miscommunication tropes and do you really need to act like you are still in summer camp?Things talked about in this episode:Religion or Nation : https://www.jewishvirtuallibrary.org/are-jews-a-nation-or-a-religionHanukkah: https://www.myjewishlearning.com/article/why-hanukkah-is-actually-a-minor-holiday/ Tamar Meisels: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCWuJivkKGc5GB7X0Z2FBMmg?sub_confirmation=1Yiddish: https://www.yivo.org/cimages/basic_facts_about_yiddish_2014.pdf Meet Molly and April, they bonded over books and became Book Besties. So, what do you do when you find your book bestie? Start a podcast of course. Hang out with April and Molly as they talk about everything they love and hate about books.

Book Besties Season 7 Episode 13: IcebreakerIn this episode, the Besties are back together to start a month of holiday romances, starting with Icebreaker by Hanna Grace. Join us as we debate substance vs. spice, question the length of this book, and decide they're too old for this book. Listen April goes into an English nerd rant and Molly makes all words plural. Things talked about in this episode:Josh Harris about I Kissed Dating Goodbye: https://joshharris.com/a-statement-on/LeBron James: https://bit.ly/493ON9P A Merry Little Meet Cute: https://bit.ly/3BaZsmq Meet Molly and April, they bonded over books and became Book Besties. So, what do you do when you find your book bestie? Start a podcast of course. Hang out with April and Molly as they talk about everything they love and hate about books.

Book Besties Season 7 Episode 12: Cinderella Is DeadIn this episode, the Bestie April is joined by Nurse Katie to chat about Cinderella Is Dead by Kalynn Bayron. Join them as they chat about fairy tale retellings, critique the ending, and evaluate plot twists. Watch as April spirals and reconsiders her rating stay for an updated reading list for December.Things talked about in this episode:Nikki S. (Librarian April mentioned) can be found on Tiktok as @takemeaway02 Saved!: https://imdb.to/3UWTo7V The Grace Year Episode: https://bit.ly/4hPB7TV Scott Hamilton (not Hamill): https://bit.ly/3ATW6nK Mexican Gothic Episode: https://bit.ly/3Zdtn6Z Original Grimm' Cinderella: https://bit.ly/3Z92AbS Black Forest: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Black_Forest Meet Molly and April, they bonded over books and became Book Besties. So, what do you do when you find your book bestie? Start a podcast of course. Hang out with April and Molly as they talk about everything they love and hate about books.

Book Besties Season 7 Episode 11: The Medicine Women of GalvestonBesties, we are joined this week by the brilliant Amanda Skenandore author of The Medicine Women of Galveston. Join the Besties as they chat with Amanda all things traveling medicine, hurricanes, and of course lots of research. Things talked about in this episode:Purple Eyes: https://www.livescience.com/33149-did-elizabeth-taylor-really-have-violet-eyes.html https://www.visioncenter.org/conditions/purple-eyes/ Tallest man & smallest women married (not bearded lady): https://hccfl.digital.flvc.org/islandora/object/hccfl%3A1757 Traveling Medicine shows: https://aihp.omeka.net/exhibits/show/heritagemarker/medicine-shows The Native tribes in NYS: https://www.nysed.gov/indigenous-education/tribal-nations-new-york-state Galveston Hurricane: https://www.galvestonhistorycenter.org/research/1900-storm Galveston Ghost tours: https://www.visitgalveston.com/blog/dare-to-visit-the-haunted-side-of-galveston/ Amanda Skenandore : https://www.amandaskenandore.com/ Meet Molly and April, they bonded over books and became Book Besties. So, what do you do when you find your book bestie? Start a podcast of course. Hang out with April and Molly as they talk about everything they love and hate about books.

Book Besties Season 7 Episode 10: The Banned Bookshop of Maggie BanksIn this episode, the Besties take on The Banned Bookshop of Maggie Banks by Shauna Robinson. Listen as they talk about wibbly wobbly, timey wimey recording schedules, modern takes on classic literature, and debate the use of the word “banned” in the context of this book. Come for the book decision, stay for April's edible kicking in. Things talked about in this episode:The real Edward Bell: https://bit.ly/4fywL1BClarification: The fictional article about the controversial authors cited was from The Guardian (as April said)Literary Canon explained: https://www.tckpublishing.com/the-literary-canon/ Meet Molly and April, they bonded over books and became Book Besties. So, what do you do when you find your book bestie? Start a podcast of course. Hang out with April and Molly as they talk about everything they love and hate about books.

Book Besties Season 7 Episode 9: How to Sell a Haunted HouseWrapping up spooky season, the Besties take on the horror novel How to Sell a Haunted House by Grady Hendrix. Join them as they talk about creepy ass puppets, ghosts vs. demons, and family secrets. Things talked about in this episode:Taylor Swift Style: Fashion Through the Eras: https://bit.ly/4ho8fC0 Geo's Tiktok: https://bit.ly/3UlOVLSGrady Hendrix: https://www.gradyhendrix.com/Are You Afraid of the Dark The Tale of the Frozen Ghost: https://bit.ly/3YfjVhC Katzenjammer episode: https://rss.com/podcasts/bookbesties/411124/ Mexican Gothic episode: https://rss.com/podcasts/bookbesties/293493/ Meet Molly and April, they bonded over books and became Book Besties. So, what do you do when you find your book bestie? Start a podcast of course. Hang out with April and Molly as they talk about everything they love and hate about books.

Book Besties Season 7 Episode 8: Listen for the Lie with Francesca ZappiaThis week the Besties are joined by the one and only Francesca Zappia. Join them as they jump back into the spooky season with Listen for the Lie by Amy Tintera. Listen in as they talk about AI and writing, why you should NEVER sleep with the podcaster, and of course lots of Neurospicy moments. Things talked about in this episode:The Intiial Insult: https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/53487133-the-initial-insult Chessie Substack: https://francescazappia.substack.com?utm_source=navbar&utm_medium=web Michele Harris: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Disappearance_of_Michele_Anne_Harris League City Texas : https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/League_City,_Texas Serial: https://serialpodcast.org/season-one Francesca Zappia : https://www.francescazappia.com/ Meet Molly and April, they bonded over books and became Book Besties. So, what do you do when you find your book bestie? Start a podcast of course. Hang out with April and Molly as they talk about everything they love and hate about books.

Book Besties Season 7 Episode 7: Bad Reputation LiveThis week the Besties take a rom-com detour from spooky season to talk to author Emma Barry about her newest book Bad Reputation. This episode was filmed live at Novel Grounds in Chesapeake, Virginia. Join us all as we chat about our favorite reads; consent in Hollywood; and get a crowd of answers to the best question: Do vampires have sperm? This was such a fun episode to film. Special thanks to Novel Grounds owner Megan for hosting us and to Emma Barry for answering all our weird questions. Things talked about in this episode:Emma Barry: https://authoremmabarry.com/ Novel Grounds: https://novelgrounds.com/ Meet Molly and April, they bonded over books and became Book Besties. So, what do you do when you find your book bestie? Start a podcast of course. Hang out with April and Molly as they talk about everything they love and hate about books.

Book Besties Season 7 Episode 6: Butcher & BlackbirdSpooky season continues this week as we take a stab at Butcher & Blackbird by Brynne Weaver. Join the Besties as they talk boobs, what makes a book gross, and what is an acceptable amount of body fluid in a conversation.Things talked about in this episode:Novel Grounds & Emma Berry Event: https://novelgrounds.com/collections/shop-events/products/emma-berry-signing-event-ticket-october-12th-3-5pmRowan Kane Fine Print novel: https://lauren-asher-universe.fandom.com/wiki/Rowan_KaneThe Most Dangerous game: https://americanliterature.com/author/richard-connell/short-story/the-most-dangerous-game/DIY lobotomy: https://nihrecord.nih.gov/2019/11/01/when-faces-made-case-lobotomyArmie Hammer: https://www.complex.com/pop-culture/a/karla-rodriguez/armie-hammer-cannibalism-abuse-controversyArt from Cannibal's house: Night shadows: https://www.metmuseum.org/art/collection/search/366206Fulton Oculus #2: https://andrewprokos.com/photo/fulton-transit-center-interior-bw-3499/John Singer Sargent painting: https://www.theguardian.com/artanddesign/2015/jan/30/how-john-singer-sargent-made-a-sceneThe Waltz by Felix Vallotton: https://artsandculture.google.com/asset/the-waltz-f%C3%A9lix-vallotton/0AEWlc7Sh0QDhQ?hl=enMeet Molly and April, they bonded over books and became Book Besties. So, what do you do when you find your book bestie? Start a podcast of course. Hang out with April and Molly as they talk about everything they love and hate about books.

Book Besties Season 7 Episode 5: Anatomy a love storyThis week the Besties kick off this spooky season with Anatomy: a Love Story, by Dana Schwartz. Join the Besties as they talk about what makes a gothic romance, doing something just for the love of it, and what the Regency era would be like for them. Things talked about in this episode:· “I love it when you quote me”, Ruin & Rising, book 3 Shadow and Bone series.· Gilmore Girls scenes:o https://youtu.be/t5Abuw-atX8?si=oG_Hkahamj6OofXyo https://youtu.be/kZChjkUtgN4?si=nUDdQnrbTS08ArBh· Cousin marrying: https://www.familytree.com/blog/a-brief-history-of-cousins-marrying-cousins/· Body Farms: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Body_farm · Dr. Suzie Edge : https://suzieedge.com/· Childbed Fever: https://www.ogmagazine.org.au/11/1-11/childbed-fever-major-cause-maternal-mortality/· Bone Garden Episode: https://rss.com/podcasts/bookbesties/303827/Katie Bouman (black hole reference): https://www.bbc.com/news/science-environment-47891902 Meet Molly and April, they bonded over books and became Book Besties. So, what do you do when you find your book bestie? Start a podcast of course. Hang out with April and Molly as they talk about everything they love and hate about books.

Book Besties Season 7 Episode 4: The Unfortunate Side Effects of Heartbreak and Magic This week the Besties dive into the fall, witchy vibes of the Unfortunate Side Effects of Heartbreak and Magic by Breanne Randall. Join them to chat about cozy fantasy vibes, cliches of witchy books, and awesome book titles with lackluster text.Things talked about in this episode:Live filming with Emma Barry: https://bit.ly/47ldIVj The Bone Garden episode: https://rss.com/podcasts/bookbesties/303827/ Spells for Forgetting episode: https://rss.com/podcasts/bookbesties/1478116/ Histrionics: https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/histrionics Meet Molly and April, they bonded over books and became Book Besties. So, what do you do when you find your book bestie? Start a podcast of course. Hang out with April and Molly as they talk about everything they love and hate about books.

Book Besties Season 7 Episode 3: The Light PirateOn this week's episode the Besties talk about The Light Pirate by Lily Brooks-Dalton. Join the Besties as they talk about how the world will end, the ever-evolving life we live in, and kids getting eaten by gators at Disney. Things talked about in this episode:Station Eleven Episode: https://bit.ly/4grZN3X The Scarlet Ibis by James Hurst: https://bit.ly/3XGPFgy Kids getting eaten at Disney: https://www.cnn.com/2016/06/15/us/alligator-attacks-child-disney-floridaClimate Change in Everglades: https://www.evergladesfoundation.org/post/climate-change-and-everglades-restorationPangea: https://www.usgs.gov/faqs/what-was-pangea#:~:text=At%20the%20beginning%20of%20the,this%20supercontinent%20slowly%20broke%20apart.Still Alice: https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/2153405.Still_AliceNovel Grounds Bad Reputations Event : https://www.eventbrite.com/e/book-signing-author-emma-barry-tickets-956338432997?utm-campaign=social&utm-content=attendeeshare&utm-medium=discovery&utm-term=listing&utm-source=cp&aff=ebdsshcopyurl Meet Molly and April, they bonded over books and became Book Besties. So, what do you do when you find your book bestie? Start a podcast of course. Hang out with April and Molly as they talk about everything they love and hate about books.

Book Besties Season 7 Episode 2: In the Lives of PuppetsThis week the Besties are joined by Bonus Bestie Nurse Katie to chat about pod favorite TJ Klune's newest book In the Lives of Puppets. Join them as they talk about disappointing follow-ups, fairy tale retellings, and queer sci-fi. Things talked about in this episode:House on the Cerulean Sea episode: https://rss.com/podcasts/bookbesties/ Under the Whispering Door episode: https://bit.ly/3zaLTm6 Alan Tudyk: https://bit.ly/47jEldq Robot Molly mentions was from the 1985 movie Return to Oz: https://imdb.to/47i2n8A Daniel Henning (audiobook narrator): https://www.danielhenning.net/ Short Circuit: https://imdb.to/3AWBhb2 Klune's Inspiration for House on the Cerulean Sea: https://bit.ly/3XfRP5f Klune on Rowling: https://bit.ly/4ecLmis Live filming at Novel Grounds with Emma Barry: https://bit.ly/47ldIVj Meet Molly and April, they bonded over books and became Book Besties. So, what do you do when you find your book bestie? Start a podcast of course. Hang out with April and Molly as they talk about everything they love and hate about books.

Book Besties Season 7 Episode 1: PowerlessSEASON 7! Besties, we are back with the YA Romantasy Powerless by Lauren Roberts. Catch up with April and Molly about their summers and join them as they talk about when YA writers get a little too inspired, love triangles we love, and all things Powerless. Things talked about in this episode: Season 1, Episode 4- The Selection: https://bit.ly/3X74xn2 Meet Molly and April, they bonded over books and became Book Besties. So, what do you do when you find your book bestie? Start a podcast of course. Hang out with April and Molly as they talk about everything they love and hate about books.

Book Besties Season 6, Episode 19: The CelebrantsWelcome to the final episode of season six, Besties! This week the books revisit a pod favorite author Steven Rowley with the Celebrants. Join us as we get a punchy, talk about the happy-sad, and end the season on a happy note. Things talked about in this episode:The Guncle episode: https://bit.ly/4bboXzXThe Big Chill: https://imdb.to/3zcwdhICourtney Thorne-Smith was in Melrose Place: https://bit.ly/3VHOFI4 Meet Molly and April, they bonded over books and became Book Besties. So, what do you do when you find your book bestie? Start a podcast of course. Hang out with April and Molly as they talk about everything they love and hate about books.

Book Besties Season 6, Episode 18: Big SwissThis week the Besties talk Big Swiss by Jen Beagin. Join them as they talk weird books, mood reading, and what makes a story good or not. Things talked about in this episode:The Princess and the Grilled Cheese: https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/60656848-the-princess-and-the-grilled-cheese-sandwichBig Swiss GoodReads: https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/60701439-big-swiss HBO adaptation: https://variety.com/2022/tv/news/jodie-comer-adam-mckay-hbo-drama-big-swiss-1235206955/ Jen Beagin: https://www.jenbeagin.com/ The Metamorphosis : https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/485894.The_Metamorphosis The Yellow Wallpaper: https://www.nlm.nih.gov/exhibition/theliteratureofprescription/exhibitionAssets/digitalDocs/The-Yellow-Wall-Paper.pdf Meet Molly and April, they bonded over books and became Book Besties. So, what do you do when you find your book bestie? Start a podcast of course. Hang out with April and Molly as they talk about everything they love and hate about books.

Book Besties Season 6, Episode 17: 10 Things That Never HappenedThis week the Besties kick off Pride with 10 Things That Never Happened by Alexis Hall. Join them as they talk about this lost in translation book, including fake amnesia (in the 2024?!?!?), forced proximity romance, and our queen Taylor Swift. Things talked about in this episode:Boyfriend Material episode: https://bit.ly/3Vp0x1fAlexis Hall: https://quicunquevult.com/Correction: A Lady for a Duke features a trans character: https://bit.ly/3RbI3ij In a Holidaze episode: https://bit.ly/3V5rV3gNarrator Will Watt: https://willmwatt.com/ Correction: Alexis Hall does not have a preferred pronounLegends and Lattes Episode: https://bit.ly/3V5kg4Q Meet Molly and April, they bonded over books and became Book Besties. So, what do you do when you find your book bestie? Start a podcast of course. Hang out with April and Molly as they talk about everything they love and hate about books.

Book Besties Season 6, Episode 16: Once More with Feeling by Elissa SussmanThis week the Besties are in their Y2K finest as they talk about Once More with Feeling by Elissa Sussman. Join them as they reminisce about TRL, boy bands, and the awful beauty standards of the 00s.Things talked about in this episode:Smash: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt1825133/ Britney Book: https://www.britneybook.com/Jessica Simpson Ryan Gosling/ Justin Timberlake: https://www.harpersbazaar.com/celebrity/latest/a30714829/jessica-simpson-justin-ryan-gosling/ TRL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Total_Request_Live Lady GaGa College: New York University Tisch School of the Arts https://www.britannica.com/biography/Lady-Gaga Mickey Mouse Club: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Mickey_Mouse_Club Kids Incorporated: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kids_Incorporated Britney /Justin timeline: https://time.com/6325780/britney-spears-justin-timberlake-relationship-timeline/ Leave Britney alone!!!: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WqSTXuJeTks The Hollywood Complex: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt1754351/?ref_=tt_urv Show Biz Kids: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt3197274/ Meet Molly and April, they bonded over books and became Book Besties. So, what do you do when you find your book bestie? Start a podcast of course. Hang out with April and Molly as they talk about everything they love and hate about books.

Book Besties Season 6, Episode 15: Get a Life, Chloe Brown with special guest BookablesBookables Heather is back again to talk about a favorite rom-com of hers: Get a Life, Chloe Brown by Talia Hibbert. Join them as they discuss British accents, representation in romance novels, and the merits of a miscommunication trope. Things talked about in this episode:Bookables: https://www.youtube.com/@BookablesFibromyalgia: https://bit.ly/3wEGHps Adjoa Andoh: https://imdb.to/4bnPsTU Meet Molly and April, they bonded over books and became Book Besties. So, what do you do when you find your book bestie? Start a podcast of course. Hang out with April and Molly as they talk about everything they love and hate about books.

Book Besties Season 6, Episode 14: Spells for ForgettingThe Besties are back from the Annapolis Book Festival and ready to talk about Andrienne Young's Spells for Forgetting. Let's go to the orchard and talk all things Saoirse Island, getting off track, and Olivia Dade.Things talked about in this episode: Adrienne Young: https://www.adrienneyoungbooks.com/ Meet Molly and April, they bonded over books and became Book Besties. So, what do you do when you find your book bestie? Start a podcast of course. Hang out with April and Molly as they talk about everything they love and hate about books.

Book Besties Season 6, Episode 13: Annapolis Book Festival at The Key SchoolWhat a day and what an event are you ready for 3 hours of pure fun? Join the Besties as they talk to Heather Webb, Meg Egen Kuyatt, Stephanie Dray, Terah Shelton Harris & Kate Myers.Things talked about in this episode:Apologies in the beginning of episode for tapping we were learning our mic locations.The Key School : https://www.keyschool.org Heather Webb: https://heatherwebbauthor.com/site/ Meg Eden Kuyatt: https://www.megedenbooks.com/ Stephanie Dray: https://www.stephaniedray.com/ Terah Shelton Harris: https://www.stephaniedray.com/ Kate Myers: https://katemyersisanauthor.com/Meet Molly and April, they bonded over books and became Book Besties. So, what do you do when you find your book bestie? Start a podcast of course. Hang out with April and Molly as they talk about everything they love and hate about books.

Book Besties Season 6, Episode BONUS Annapolis Book Festival PreviewThis Week the Besties are joined by special guest Trish Gallant, Special Events Director at The Key School, to talk about this weekend's AnnapolisBook Festival. We hope you enjoy this preview of this weekend's events! Things talked about in this episode: Annapolis Book Festival: https://www.keyschool.org/community/annapolis-book-festivalLiv Constantine: https://livconstantine.com/Liv Constantine Episode: https://rss.com/podcasts/bookbesties Meet Mollyand April, they bonded over books and became Book Besties. So, what do you dowhen you find your book bestie? Start a podcast of course. Hang out with Apriland Molly as they talk about everything they love and hate about books.

Book Besties Season 6, Episode 12: Liv Constantine & The Senator's WifeThis Week the Besties are joined by very special Guests writing duo Liv Constantine. Join them as they talk about the writing process, how two people can have the same idea and run with it, and book twists you don't see coming. Things talked about in this episode:Liv Constantine: https://livconstantine.com/L.C. Shaw: http://lcshawauthor.com/Illuminae: https://rss.com/podcasts/bookbesties/802477/ThrillerFest: https://thrillerfest.com/ Meet Molly and April, they bonded over books and became Book Besties. So, what do you do when you find your book bestie? Start a podcast of course. Hang out with April and Molly as they talk about everything they love and hate about books.

Book Besties Season 6, Episode 11: Very Secret Society of Irregular WitchesThis week the Besties are completely off track as they make their way to Nowhere House and talk about this week's book, The Very Secret Society of Irregular Witches by Sangu Mandanna. Join them as they talk about cozy fantasy, orphan witches, and a witch in love. Things talked about in this episode:Bookables: https://www.youtube.com/@BookablesSangu Mandanna: https://sangumandanna.com/Meg's Tea Room: https://www.tiktok.com/@megstearoom?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pcAltamira Cave: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cave_of_Altamira Meet Molly and April, they bonded over books and became Book Besties. So, what do you do when you find your book bestie? Start a podcast of course. Hang out with April and Molly as they talk about everything they love and hate about books.

Book Besties Season 6, Episode 10: BrideThis week the Besties talk about Bride by Ali Hazelwood. Join them as they discuss their third Hazelwood novel, chatting about scientifically accurate Werewolf sex, world building, and hypothesize the plot of a potential sequel. Things talked about in this episode:Actor Molly pictured as Misery's dad: Denis O'Hare, https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0641354/?ref_=ext_shr_lnkKnotting: https://bit.ly/3TP8s6j Meet Molly and April, they bonded over books and became Book Besties. So, what do you do when you find your book bestie? Start a podcast of course. Hang out with April and Molly as they talk about everything they love and hate about books.

Book Besties Season 6, Episode 9: This is How You Lose the Time WarThis week the Besties talk This is How You Lose the Time War by Amal El-Mohtar & Max Gladstone. Listen in as they talk about this wildly popular book and discuss symbolism in time travel, multiple writers, and when books need to be longer. Things talked about in this episode:Justin Bieber Song: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Baby_(Justin_Bieber_song)Molly wrong usher wasn't a writer on it. Max Gladstone: https://www.maxgladstone.com/Amal El-Mohtar: https://amalelmohtar.com/Chatterton: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Death_of_ChattertonAll our Wrong Todays: https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/27405006-all-our-wrong-todaysQuiet on the Set: https://bit.ly/4acDJH6 Meet Molly and April, they bonded over books and became Book Besties. So, what do you do when you find your book bestie? Start a podcast of course. Hang out with April and Molly as they talk about everything they love and hate about books.

Book Besties Season 6, Episode 8: The Grace YearEpisode Note- Due to technical errors, our guest does not appear on screen for the first 30mins. We apologize to our viewers and our guests for this inconvenience. Thank you for understanding.This week the Besties are joined by author Francesca Zappia to talk about the YA dystopian book The Grace Year by Kim Liggett. Join them as they discuss religious trauma and feminism in YA, pointless subplots, and girl on girl crime. Content Warnings: violence, death, religious trauma, suicide, PTSD, forced marriage, hanging, bullying, scalping, prostitution, sexual assault, castration. Listener discretion is advised.Things talked about in this episode:Francesca Zappia: https://www.francescazappia.com/Kim Liggett: https://www.kimliggett.com/ Ishana Night Shyamalan movie: https://bit.ly/3TyRfOp IUDs for men: https://bit.ly/3Vxrbpb The Chosen One video referenced is original content by @stacebookspace on Instagrams and TikTok Meet Molly and April, they bonded over books and became Book Besties. So, what do you do when you find your book bestie? Start a podcast of course. Hang out with April and Molly as they talk about everything they love and hate about books.

Book Besties Season 6, Episode 7: Divine RivalsApril is back and our Book Besties are whole again. This week the Besties discuss Divine Rivals by Rebecca Ross. Join the Besties as they talk world building, what makes a book YA, and discovering an instant favorite.Things talked about in this episode: Cher Mermaid's: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0100140/?ref_=ext_shr_lnk Meet Molly and April, they bonded over books and became Book Besties. So, what do you do when you find your book bestie? Start a podcast of course. Hang out with April and Molly as they talk about everything they love and hate about book