Everything But the Book

Choose your faction...or don't?Welcome back to EBTB! Join Lyss as she re-reads the Divergent series by Veronica Roth, and Sarah reads it for the first time. Expectations will be subverted, YA dystopian tropes will be discovered, and your fear of intimacy will be exposed to all your classmates. Wait, run that last one by me again?Featuring listener-suggested bonus content; lesbian mac + cheese lawyer. No, I will not elaborate.

Well, hello there! The gals are back in town, have you missed us? What do you mean, no? Jeez, there's no need to be rude about it. We're talking new releases, old releases, things that grind our book gears, and expressing gratitude for this friendship built on a love for books. Strap in, folks.

WELCOME TO OUR 2023 WRAPPED!!! We cover our Top 5 books of the year, upcoming releases, and introduce a new segment: what's on hold at your library? Thank you for being a part of our little book club this year, especially as we navigated our new long-distance setup. Shout at us on our instagram, Facebook, email, or website at everythingbutthebookpod! And don't forget to vote in our poll. Or else.

In a shocking series of events, we have reviewed two books from the same series back-to-back. That series is, of course, the Booktok phenomenon Fourth Wing and it's newly released sequel Iron Flame. Hit play, if you dare. Let us know what you think! You can reach out to us on our instagram [everythingbutthebookpod] or Facebook, email or website.

*CHOO CHOO* The hate-Dain train is pulling into the station and we are on it! Or...are we? Today we are jumping right back into our chat on Rebecca Yarros' instant best-seller Fourth Wing. Violet has mommy issues, we can't find Xaden's personality, and book people need to engage in Beyblade battles. Songs we sing in this episode; 1. Tubthumping by Chumbawumba 2. Bulls on Parade by Rage Against the Machine Iron Flame episode(s?) coming soon! Subscribe to our show and follow us on instagram (everythingbutthebookpod) to get notified when our episodes drop.

On this episode we talk sound settings, special editions, Sarah tries to deny being a Swiftie, Lyss auditions for Dune 3 while speculating on K-Dramas, and eventually we start on one of the most popular releases of the year. New season, same socials! One of our favorite things about this show has been getting to connect with other readers. The easiest way to reach out to us is on our Instagram, our email, our website, Spotify Q&A, or on our Facebook!

Well the inevitable finally happened...Sarah has moved away from Lyss. AT LEAST WE HAVE THE INTERNET! The gals are back to singing, criticizing, and gushing over what we've been reading. They'll talk about some BookTok drama (because of course it's messy on there), and we will find out what K-drama Lyss has been kicking her feet over! Also...why IS Sarah cancelling her favorite streaming service?!? We love hearing from our listeners! Hit us up at everythingbutthebookpod.com, everythingbutthebookpod@gmail.com, and EverythingButTheBookPod on our social media!

Guess who's back?! It's your favorite duo, Sarah and Lyss. Today we are catching back up, making excuses for our absence, restarting Kindle Unlimited, and talking Shadow & Bone's CONTROVERSIAL second season on Netflix.

We have covered some very popular reads on this show, but never one with quite so many accolades. Winner of the Coretta Scott King-John Steptoe Award for New Talent (2021), The Ignyte Award for Best Young Adult Novel (2021), the NCETA Ragan-Rubin Award for Literary Achievement (2021), finalist for a dozen others, both an instant indie and NYT bestseller, our next book needs no introduction. And that's just the beginning! The Legendborn Cycle currently has two published books (a third is planned, never fear) and we cover them both in today's episode. Has Tracy Deonn delivered the greatest YA Fantasy series of all time? Let us know what you think of the show @everythingbutthebookpod on our socials and remember folks, the Line is Law!

If you were hoping Sarah and Lyss would kick off the new year with some book recommendations, you are in for a TREAT! Today the gals discuss the very best, and the very worst, of 2022 with all the enthusiasm and vigor that you've regrettably come to love. Some of the titles discussed today include; Babel, Educated, Braiding Sweetgrass, The Lost Metal, Under the Whispering Door, Lightlark, and Crave! Did we love or despise these titles? Tune in to find out. Our website and social media sites have been REVAMPED and we can't wait to hear your thoughts on them! Find us on everythingbutthebookpod.com, and @everythingbutthebook on Instagram, Twitter, and TikTok. And of course, we are on Facebook with all the other dinosaurs. Here's to another year of EBTB!

Listener warning; we laugh A LOT in this episode, to our headphone listeners we apologize deeply. We are going to resolve this next recording session. In the meantime...turn your volume down and LOL along with us. Today the gals try to identify some of the most popular books on the scene by their lowest rated reviews. How many did you get?

Alright guys. This is the big one. This is the book where it all began, and what it always comes back to. Figured it out? Say it. Out loud. This episode features Lyss trying Scotch, Helen Keller, confusing unrequited love, the importance of looking cool in the airport, and finally recognizing how much abuse this series had?! (For our headphone listeners, please watch the volume unless you want to blow your eardrums out we are so sorry)

The leaves are changing, the wind is howling, but these book recs are HOT! Sarah and Lyss share what books they are hoping to read in the near future, as well as share their recommendations for books that will get you in that spooky mood. Let us know your favorite Fall reads! Get in touch with Everything But the Book on Instagram, TikTok, gmail, and on our website! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

What should you be reading this Fall? Allow us to make some recommendations! From the cozy to the creepy, Sarah and Lyss have got you covered. We also have an announcement regarding our Throne of Glass reading journey. (Hopefully audio issues have been fixed, but if not be sure to let us know!)

Sarah and Lyss have finally begun the journey that is Throne of Glass, the first of Sarah J Maas' series and the book that launched Maas as an internationally bestselling author. What we just can't figure out is...how? Prepare for one HOT take (and maybe a few more) as the gals discuss their initial opinions on the first few books, and Lyss delivers her best summary yet. As always, let us know what you think! [everythingbutthebookpod on instagram, TikTok, gmail, website]

Guess who's back? Back again?! For the next hour you'll be delighted by tales of recent travels (that we already told) and all the books we've been reading (not that many) and what we really think about that really popular fantasy series...

Greetings, Gentle Listeners... Today we are bringing you an (un)educated juxtaposition of Julia Quinn's The Viscount Who Loved Me and Season 2 of Bridgerton. In an uncharacteristic show of unity, Sarah and Lyss both actually read this one when they said they were going to. If you like our stuff, subscribe wherever you get your podcasts! We would love to hear from you and hear what you think about the show. Email us at everythingbutthebookpod@gmail.com or DM us on Instagram at everythingbutthebookpod.

It's the episode that you (well, at least one of you) have been waiting for, Brandon Sanderson's Mistborn! Let's debate whether his name is Bryan or Brandon, how much should magic really cost, and how to create amazing characters from page one. We apologize for nothing. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

That SJM is back on her old...well, you know. Today's episode is all about the latest installment in the Sarah J Maas universe, or as we are calling it, the SJMCU. We also read our first (and only) Apple Podcasts review live on air. See you in the stacks.

WE'RE BACK! We didn't really go anywhere...we just haven't been sharing it with you. And for that, we must pay penance. Join Sarah and Lyss as they catch up on library loans, re-reads, and the Gardner art heist. I mean really, who hasn't seen that Netflix series yet!? --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

What is the title of this book, really? Join us this week as we examine Sarah J. Maas' House of Earth and Blood, a literal brick full of fantasy, fae, and weird ways to describe your brother.

If you've been in the bookish community anywhere on the internet you've probably seen people achieve some pretty insane reading goals. Today we are exploring some tips and tricks to make your own goals, and how to keep yourself on track when making reading a part of your regular routine. And it wouldn't be an episode of ours if we didn't take a detour down some truly outlandish tangents.

Pain is inescapable. Suffering is a choice. We're BACK BABY! And we're not alone! Joining us today on the show is debut author Cassie Sanchez, and we're talking about her new book Chasing the Darkness. Cassie shares with us her inspirations, her writing process, and her growing collection of medieval swords. Oh yeah, and we also talk about her book. Get your copy of Chasing the Darkness and find out what the hype is all about at Amazon, Barnes & Noble, or https://www.cassiesanchez.com/. Connect with Cassie on instagram and Facebook at cassiesanchezauthor! And as always, let us know what you think of the show on instagram and Facebook at everythingbutthebookpod. Email us at everythingbutthebookpod@gmail.com

You did it, you. You made it through 2021, and you deserve to take the next 1 hour and 43 minutes to spend with your bookish friends at Everything But the Book as they reflect on a year of reading. Join Sarah and Lyss as they go through the best, the worst, and the most anticipated of 2021. See you next year! *cue laugh track* --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

This episode Everything But the Book is proud to present this special breakdown in which Sarah and Lyss dissect the phenomenon that is the "book boyfriend." What makes a book boyfriend? Where did they come from? Who are our favorites?! The answers to all these questions and more will be revealed. We hope you enjoy this special breakdown. Let us know your thoughts on book boyfriends by reaching out to everythingbutthebookpod at Gmail, Instagram, and TikTok!

If you are a huge From Blood and Ash fan...we do NOT have a show for you today. Sarah and Lyss have been following Jennifer L. Armentrout's FBAA series so closely for a year now, mainly out of spite. In today's episode, they mostly lament on how uninspired this installment was, and how they think the next books could really pump it up to save the series. It's free advice, JLA, you're welcome. Let us know what you think of The Crown of Gilded Bones!

Come one, come all to hear Lyss' beautiful, melodic voice. Her words. Today we're talking about Jennifer L. Armentrout's A Kingdom of Flesh and Fire, the second book in her From Blood and Ash series. We catch back up with Poppy, Casteel, Kieran, and all their antics in the quest to find out why this series is all anyone can talk about on Booktok. We. Want. To. Hear. From. YOU! Email us at everythingbutthebookpod@gmail.com, and reach out to us on all our social media @everythingbutthebookpod.

Enter the world of sophisticated literary discussion and academic discourse on the science fiction classic, DUNE. JUST KIDDING. Sarah and Lyss are celebrating the release of the new book-to-film adaptation of DUNE by bringing you an episode that strays a bit off of their beaten path. Today the book club convenes to discuss the keyboard pounding name pronunciation, genre-defining tropes, and asking the real question...why is the main character's name Paul? In classic EBTB fashion, we live up to the name and the tangents abound as we take on TikTok reading gatekeepers and authors who love to interact with their fanbase on social media. everythingbutthebookpod@gmail.com everythingbutthebookpod.com --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

"If you can't beat 'em...then beat 'em off." Ladies and Gents, this is the moment you've waited for... We have finally made it to a book that we have been teasing you with for ages...Jennifer L. Armentrout's FROM BLOOD AND ASH! *cue fangirling* And we didn't get here alone, today we have with us on the pod special guest Amanda from Bookishly Lit! Join these ladies as they ponder the significance of fake names, vampires that aren't vampires, and the 200 lb rats that everyone forgot existed. Follow Amanda on instagram @bookishlylitpodcast and @the_boozybookworm_ Follow us @everythingbutthebookpod on all social media, and of course check out everythingbutthebookpod.com!

The title here is self-explanatory...Sarah and Lyss attempt to read some titles they found on Goodreads and...well...not laugh. Any bets on how well it goes? In this *mini-sode* the book buddies are giving updates on what they have read recently, what TikTok is going crazy about this week, and what we have coming up next. This episode features their first ACTUAL SEGMENT, cue the rejoicing. Let us know what you think! everythingbutthebookpod@gmail.com insta-@everythingbutthebookpod TikTok-@everythingbutthebookpod everythingbutthebookpod.com --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Well well well...the time has come to finish this. Get it? Because...it's the Finale?? Today on EBTB we finish up our discussion on Stephanie Garber's best-selling trilogy "Caraval" We promise you, Sarah and Lyss really liked these books. Regardless of what you hear on this episode. The gals also reveal what series are up next on the chopping block! Shout at us! WE LOVE IT! everythingbutthebookpod@gmail.com insta and TikTok - @everythingbutthebookpod And of course, everythingbutthebookpod.com. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Welcome BACK beautiful book friends! Today on EBTB Sarah and Lyss are talking about the sophomore book in Stephanie Garber's Caraval trilogy, Legendary. The gals had some *alcoholic influence* during the production of this episode and the result is...absolute chaos. We hope you enjoy our torment as we finally uncover Legend's identity...OR DO WE?!? Let us know what you think of Legendary, or any of your recent reads! everythingbutthebookpod@gmail.com @everythingbutthebookpod - instagram @everythingbutthebookpod - TikTok And of course, everythingbutthebookpod.com --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

After a month hiatus, EBTB is back with a title that we have been wanting to review for a long time; Stephanie Garber's Caraval. Sarah and Lyss also talk about the great books they've been reading, including their initial reactions to Ruby Dixon's Ice Planet Barbarians. Sarah's chair makes lots of squeaking noises, I'm sure she apologizes for that at some point... Then again maybe not. Let us know what you think! everythingbutthebookpod.com instagram - everythingbutthebookpod TikTok - everythingbutthebook everythingbutthebookpod@gmail.com

Nothing says, "book club" like friends you met on the internet! Join Alyssa, Sarah, and their very first guest, Hannah *cue screaming* as they talk about the best and worst of their recent reads. Spoiler alert; this episode was almost cancelled over The Night Circus. Catch up with Hannah on instagram and TikTok! @thepaperbackbruncher And be sure to follow us around as well! @everythingbutthebookpod everythingbutthebookpod.com Everything But the Book on facebook!

Up until know, you've heard Sarah and Lyss talk about books. Now, listen to them unleash themselves upon the most controversial topic in the book world (probably), the dreaded live-action ADAPTATION! *cue scary music* But seriously, the gal pals are excited to bring you through this journey that was season 1 of Shadow and Bone. Join them as they discuss their favorite actors, show faux-pas, and what they're looking forward to next season. Assuming, of course, that there IS a next season... We want to hear from you! Subscribe to the pod of course, but also let us know what you think on our social media. everythingbutthebookpod@gmail.com instagram - @everythingbutthebookpod TikTok - @everythingbutthebook And of course, our website! everythingbutthebookpod.com --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Book fans, have you ever wanted your podcasts host to burst into tears uncontrollably? How about twice? On a completely unrelated note, Sarah and Lyss are so excited to bring you today's episode on Leigh Bardugo's Crooked Kingdom. This is the second book in the Six of Crows duology and spoiler alert; we love it. This is our last Grishaverse book for awhile, and the series we will be reviewing next is Stephanie Garber's Caraval trilogy. We would love nothing more than to hear from you, seriously. Tell us what you think! DO IT. Email - everythingbutthebookpod@gmail.com Twitter - @everythingbutthebookpod instagram - @everythingbutthebookpod TikTok - @everythingbutthebookpod --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

WE'RE BACK BOOK LOVERS! And today we are so excited to talk to you about the next book in the Grishaverse, Six of Crows. This book has a lot of hype and we are here to tell you that it is all deserved. Did this book make Sarah buy a Crow's head cane? Sure did. Did it make Lyss buy ten candles? Sure did. Join us as we discuss the first book in the duology by Leigh Bardugo that has completely raised the bar for Young Adult novels and heists alike. We want you to be a part of our show! Reach out to us on social media, website, or email and let us know what you thought of Six of Crows, or the Shadow & Bone TV show versions of them. Instagram - @everythingbutthebookpod TikTok - everythingbutthebook Twitter - @everythingbutthebookpod email - everythingbutthebookpod@gmail.com everythingbutthebookpod.com for upcoming episodes, books on our TBR, and recommendations! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Welcome back, book lovers to a very special episode of Everything But the Book! Today, we're doing something a little bit different. Sarah and Lyss are giving your their SPOILER-FREE book reviews to include their least favorites, most-anticipated, and capping it off with BEST BOOK OF THE YEAR (SO FAR)! Not to mention that we start this episode off with some drama in the bookish community...spilling the tea like the Suriel. Come talk bookish things with us at; everythingbutthebookpod@gmail.com insta/twitter/TikTok - @everythingbutthebookpod And check out this sweet website that Lyss makes; everythingbutthebookpod.com --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Welcome to Episode 10 of Everything But the Book! Today we wrap up our journey with the Shadow & Bone trilogy by the fabulous Leigh Bardugo. Join us for an in-depth discussion on Alyssa's tabbing system while Sarah builds a case in defense of Mal's tattoo. EBTB is proud to present to you your next obsession in being "Bookish." Can't wait to hang out with you again, friends! We want to hear from you! Email us, tweet us, DM us, send a carrier pigeon. everythingbutthebookpod@gmail.com, @everythingbutthebookpod on instagram, tiktok, and twitter.

Welcome, book-clubbing friends, to a CHAOTIC episode of Everything But the Book! This week, Sarah and Lyss talk about Leigh Bardugo's Siege and Storm, the second book in her Shadow and Bone trilogy. This book has everything you could ever want, including a witty pirate, a handsome prince, a prince-who-moonlights-as-a-pirate...and also some Grisha. With less than a month to go before the Netflix show releases, the gals are extra pumped to bring you their thoughts on this book. We want to hear from you! Send us emails, mean tweets, book recommendations, whatever you want really. We are here for YOU. Instagram - @everythingbutthebookpod email - everythingbutthebookpod@gmail.com TikTok - everythingbutthebook twitter - @everythingbutthebookpod everythingbutthebookpod.com

WELCOME TO THE GRISHAVERSE, BOOK BABES! This week, Sarah and Alyssa dive into the first book of the Shadow and Bone Trilogy by Leigh Bardugo. Excitement around this series continues to build, as the Netflix show release date lies just beyond the horizon. Join the EBTB gang as they fight over pronunciation, swoon over the Darkling, and decide whether or not Mal deserves to breathe air. We can't wait to hear what you think about this episode and this series! Book club is in session. Sarah and Alyssa want to hear from you! LIKE NOW! Email us, tweet us, DM us at everythingbutthebookpod on social media and Gmail. The offer still stands that if you send us your favorite book spice, we will make Alyssa read it on a future episode.

Hey bookclub babes and dudes, this episode is dedicated to the booklovers who waited years for this book. Today we discuss A Court of Silver Flames by Sarah J. Maas, the newest installment in the A Court of Thorns and Roses saga. Sarah and Lyss talk about the predictions they got right, Rhysand being a jerk, and rate how uncomfortable Lyss gets reading the *spicy* scenes. The gals will give our their ratings for this book and hopes for the series as it progresses, because there's no way it can end here! Email us, DM us, send mean tweets to us at everythingbutthebookpod on socials. Check out our TBRs on everythingbuthebookpod.com.

BOOK CLUB IS BACK IN SESSION! Today Sarah and Lyss want to talk to their friends about Sarah J. Maas' novella from the internationally best-selling A Court of Thorns and Roses series, A Court of Frost and Starlight. In this episode the gals discuss the horrors and trauma of fantasy war, the horror and trauma of finding out one of the main characters is a horse girl, and Sarah literally spills her tea. They rate the book and recognize it's merits as more than just a sexy snowball fight. Email us, TikTok us, instagram us, or tweet us at Everything But the Book Pod! For our TBRs to follow along, check out our website at everythingbutthebookpod.com

Welcome back to the book club of your dreams! Or your nightmares! We are continuing our chat about Sarah J Maas' A Court of Thorns and Roses series with this MEGA episode on A Court of Wings and Ruin. Sarah and Lyss talk entirely too long about the deep state that is the Night Court, how Lucien continues to be the best character, and the drama of the High Lord summit. We want to hear from you! Do you think we gave this book the right score? What should we add to our TBR? everythingbutthebookpod@gmail.com Twitter - @ebtbpod instagram - @everythingbutthebookpod

Welcome back to book club, friends! We continue this week on our journey through Sarah J. Maas' A Court of Mist and Fury. In today's episode Sarah and Lyss get embarrassed reading out loud, question the missing details on Fae magic, and swoon over Feyre's character development. We want to hear from you! Email us, DM us, facebook message us, but cauldron boil you if you tweet at us. This is part 2 of 2.

This week Sarah and Lyss go WAY OVERBOARD talking about Sarah J. Maas' A Court of Mist and Fury, the sequel to the best-selling A Court of Thorns and Roses. Join them as they fall in love with Rhysand's inner circle, blush at the Court of Nightmares, and wonder why they didn't notice those red flags any sooner. Welcome back to book club.  Part 1 of 2. 

WELCOME BACK to book club, where Sarah and Lyss discuss their predictions for Sarah J. Maas' A Court of Silver Flames, which releases in just a few weeks! Prepare to hear what we really think about Nesta, the CONTROVERSIAL cover art, and of course the fate of our favorite Bat Bois. We wanted to get our predictions out into the Ether so that when they inevitably come true, we can say we told you so. We want to hear from you! Reach out to us at everythingbutthebookpod@gmail.com to be a part of the show. Send us your predictions, your recommendations, your hate mail, we want to hear it all.

Welcome to the book club you didn't ask for, but secretly always wanted to be a part of. In this episode, best friends Sarah and Lyss review their current obsession that is Sarah J. Maas' A Court of Thorns and Roses. Join them as they attempt to give a spoiler-free summary of the book, discuss their favorite yet problematic parts, and petition the author to dish out more details on the Suriel.