Romantasy Readers

Everyone is thinking it, so you know Alley and Nicole are going to talk about it! The ACOTAR 10 year anniversary marketing plan was... strange. And with nothing from Sarah J Maas, rumors and speculation abound. Join Alley and Nicole as they deep dive Bloomsbury, SJM, and some of the online dialogue around this important and exciting milestone for the ACOTAR series.

**Spoiler warning: you need to have read the entire Maasverse (ACOTAR, CC, and TOG) to listen to this episode** You know we can't stop talking about this ship! Join Alley and Nicole for Bryceriel 201. In this episode, we get into some of the deeper theories and expanded evidence that Bryce and Azriel are End Game.

Join Nicole and Karly from @boookishisbetter and the Dear Fantasy Reader Podcast as they break down Onyx Storm. They talk about their initial reactions, theories, and what they thought of the book. For even more deep dives on the Empyrean Series, check out Karly's podcast Dear Fantasy Reader!

Join Alley and Nicole as they deep dive into every gift the Quest Squad received and what it could mean for the future series.

Join Alley and Nicole in this short and sweet episode focused on the mysterious character Aaric! We talk about what he might know, some of the suss things he's done, and how acceptable we would find him as a secondary love interest. We also spend some time talking about the dragons and what they might be hiding, and even chat about Ali Hazelwood's book Deep End. In true Romantasy Reader fashion, the episode is chaotic and fun! :)

Join Alley and Nicole as they talk about the three brothers fable and wha that could mean for the series. Could history be repeating itself? If so, who might be the new three siblings? Is it the three Sorrengail siblings, the three Narvarre princes, or even Xaden and his two brothers? We unpack every possibility in this short and sweet episode using our new format!

Join Alley and Nicole as they talk to the one and only, Raven Kennedy! Author of the Plated Prisoner series and Romantasy guru!

Join Nicole and Alley as they break down their initial thoughts, feelings, and reactions to Onyx Storm. THERE ARE SPOILERS for all three books (obviously!).

In the final Countdown to Onyx Storm episode, Alley and Nicole give you a detailed Iron Flame summary, pointing out the important things you might have missed and all the questions we NEED answers to in Onyx Storm! Then, they give you their final predications for Book 3 in the Empyrean Series! This is a great episode for those who didn't have time to do an Iron Flame re-read, or for anyone looking for some refreshers as they eagerly await Jan 21!

Join Alley and Nicole as they break down Fourth Wing in a high level summary. Even if you did your own re-read, you don't want to miss this episode as it calls out some of the important moments that we all hope are important for Onyx Storm!

Join Alley and Nicole with a very special guest, Karly from @bookish_is_better and Dragon Readers podcast. Karly is an expert on literally everything Empyrean, and we knew we had to bring her along to discuss all things signets! This episode is a great refresher on all the major signets we know about, and we even give you a few of our theories! You do not want to miss the first episode in our Onyx Storm countdown!

Join Alley and Nicole with a very special guest, our Bryceriel bestie and expert on all things Bryce and Azriel, Peach from @theknifeandsword. We talk all things Bryceriel to convince all of you that Bryce and Azriel are star crossed mates! This incredible theory will leave you wanting to reread all your favorite Sarah J Maas books! **spoilers for the entire Maas-verse**

Can you believe it? Romantasy Readers podcast has officially been going for one entire year! That's one year of book boyfriends, TBR recs, crazy and outlandish theories, and author interviews! None of it would be possible without our amazing listeners, and we are so thrilled you've come along on this journey with us! Here's to another year!

Join Alley and Nicole as they interview THE AMAZING @therealstevenwalker Steven is our favorite Tamlin/ Cassian/ Azriel guy on Instagram, and he's pretty funny too! We talk all things ACOTAR, Fourth Wing, and romantasy with him. And he even makes a special appearance that you do not want to miss! Spoilers for ACOTAR and TOG series and Fourth Wing

Join Alley and Nicole as they break down the Onyx Storm excerpt posted through Cosmopolitan on Kindle Unlimited. They are talking you through what exactly happened in this excerpt, what it could mean for some of our favorite theories, and new theories we've developed because of this excerpt. You do not want to miss this incredible episode! keywords: Rebecca Yarros, Fourth Wing, Iron Flame, Onyx Storm

Join Alley and Nicole as they discuss the viral sensation, Quicksilver by Callie Hart. They give you their reactions, theories, and lingering questions. As always, the first 20 minutes are spoiler free.

Join Alley and Nicole as they break down the final book in the Plated Prisoner series, Goldfinch by Raven Kennedy. They talk all about their favorite moments and some of the theories they had that came true. As always, the first 20 minutes are spoiler free.

Join Alley and Nicole as they interview author of the BookTok and Bookstagram sensation, When the Moon Hatched. They ask Sarah ALL your burning theory questions, even if she can't answer them for us ;) This is not an interview you want to miss.

Join Alley and Nicole as they react to the bonus chapter in the new Fourth Wing paperback. They give you all their thoughts, theories, and questions!

Join Alley and Nicole as the interview the one and only Penn Cole, author of the sensational Kindred's Saga books. In this conclusion on the Everflame series, we ask the questions you ALL want to know, and play a few fun games. You don't want to miss this episode!

Join Alley and Nicole as the deep dive Book 3 of the Kindred's Saga series - Heat of the Everflame. They discuss the SPICE, the tension, their theories, and more!

Join Alley and Nicole as they deep dive book 2 in the Kindred's Saga series - Glow of the Everflame! They give you a summary for those who haven't read the book in awhile, then talk theories, Henri hate and Lorian love, and everything in between! This episode does NOT contain spoilers for any future books in the series.

Join Alley and Nicole as they deep dive into the first book in the Kindred's Saga, Spark of the Everflame. As always, the first 20 minutes are spoiler-free! And - this episode does not contain spoilers for future books in the series, so you can listen as you read.

Join Alley and Nicole in an interview of New York Times Bestselling Author Danielle Jensen! Author of some of Alley and Nicole's favorite books (A Fate Inked In Blood, Bridge Kingdom series), Danielle knows all about romantasy! The first twenty minutes are spoiler free, so feel free to enjoy even if you haven't finished these books.

** Spoilers for Fourth Wing and Iron Flame ** Join Alley and Nicole as the deep dive into every song that Rebecca Yarros has posted as "Writing Vibes" and what it might mean for what's in store for Onyx Storm. You are NOT ready for these theories! They might break you. But you have to listen anyway ;) We commend your soul to Malek!

**FOURTH WING AND IRON FLAME SPOILERS** Join Alley and Nicole as they analyze every snippet of Rebecca Yarros' interview in Melbourne (that Nicole got to see in person!). They are talking updated Onyx Storm theories.

As always, the first 15-20 minutes of this episode are spoiler-free to help you decide if you want to read this book! Keep listening to hear Alley and Nicole discuss one of the books that STARTED booktok - The Bridge Kingdom, by Danielle Jensen. This is a classic book for any Romantasy Reader.

Join Alley and Nicole as they discuss Book 2 in the Ruinous Love Trilogy by Brynne Weaver! Leather and Lark is spicy and brings the same dark humor readers can expect from Brynne Weaver after Butcher and Blackbird. The first 15-20 minutes are spoiler free, so listeners who have not yet read the book can listen and determine if they are interested!

The first 15-20 minutes of this episode are spoiler-free, so feel free to listen even if you haven't read the book. Join Alley and Nicole as they discuss the sensational book, When the Moon Hatched. They are talking all things theories, dragons, and that SPICY MMC Kaan!

Join Alley and Nicole as they continue their conversation with the one and only Saskia from the Sassverse. They discuss more Sarah J Maas theories, favorite characters to cosplay as, and even do a little SJM trivia! Find Sass on Instagram and TikTok at @thesasverse

Join Alley and Nicole in a conversation with Saskia Colless, cosplay extraordinaire massive SJM fan. They discuss bookstagram pros and cons, SJM theories, cosplay, and so much more! Follow Sass at @thesassverse and Instagram and Tiktok

**SPOILERS FOR BUTCHER AND BLACKBIRD** Join Alley and Nicole as they interview New York Times Bestselling author and Booktok/ Bookstagram sensation, Brynne Weaver. They discuss the Alien movies, what food(s) Brynne plans to ruin for readers next, and Brynne's writing journey to create one of the most popular books of the last 12 months. The second book in the Ruinous Love Triology, Leather and Lark, is out June 4 2024! The first 20 minutes of this episode are spoiler free for listeners who haven't finished the book yet. After that, listen at your own risk!

**Spoilers for Bride by Ali Hazelwood** In this episode, Alley and Nicole discuss the viral sensation Bride, a vampires and werewolves fantasy romance/ paranormal romance that is captivating book readers of all genres. Don't miss out on the fun!

Join Alley as she takes a deep dive on Taylor's Swift's career to try and convince Nicole to be a Swiftie. Your favorite authors love Taylor Swift (Rebecca Yarros, Sarah J Maas), so you should too! In this episode, Alley and Nicole go album by album, explaining the songs, the drama, and the career highlights of Taylor Swift. Alley provides song and book recommendations for each album era, helping listeners connect with Taylor Swift and their favorite books in a new way!

Join Alley and Nicole in a conversation with author and Bookstagram personality Liz Shipton. They discuss everything from the state of work to sailing to romantasy tropes, and everything in between. Check out Liz's books at lizshipton.com!

**Spoilers for A Fate Inked In Blood** Join Alley and Nicole as they discuss the Booktok and Bookstagram sensation A Fate Inked In Blood by Danielle Jensen. They talk about the witty banter, the spicy MMC Bjorn, and everything else they loved about this book.

Join Alley and Nicole as they interview New York Times bestselling author F.T. Lukens about their newest book, Otherworldly. Otherworldly is a Young Adult contemporary fiction with just a touch of the paranormal/ mythological and an excellent YA romance!

**HOUSE OF FLAME AND SHADOW SPOILERS** Join Alley and Nicole as they wrap up their discussion on House of Flame and Shadow by Sarah J. Maas! They discuss some of the flaws of HOFAS, what that meeting between Margot Robbie and SJM might signal, and some of the potential easter eggs being laid for the next ACOTAR book.

**SPOILER FREE** Join Alley and Nicole as the interview Demi Winters and discuss her amazing Viking-inspired books, The Road of Bones and Kingdom of Claw. The interview is spoiler free so readers who have not yet checked out these books can listen!

***THIS EPISODE CONTAINS SPOILERS FOR THE ENTIRE MAASVERSE*** In this episode, Nicole and Alley continue their deep dive discussion on the theory that Bryce and Azriel are mates in the Sarah J Maas universe. They chat about connections to Sailor Moon, Orion mythology, and even a Native American myth called Stone Mother! This episode will truly blow your mind!

***SPOILERS FOR THE ENTIRE MAASVERSE*** In this episode, Alley and Nicole DEEP DIVE into the theory that Bryce and Azriel are MATES! They've got evidence from the books, evidence from SJM interviews, wild hopes and dreams, and vibes. This is Part 1 of a two part deep dive into this theory!

**THIS EPISODE CONTAINS SPOILERS FOR ALL OF SARAH J MAAS'S BOOKS, INCLUDING HOUSE OF FLAME AND SHADOW, ALL OF ACOTAR, AND ALL OF THRONE OF GLASS** In this episode, Nicole and Alley discuss new theories about the Maasverse that they have after finishing House of Flame and Shadow. They start with a summary of everything we learned about the Maasverse in HOFAS to refresh your memory/ clarify the massive reveals. Theories include ideas about the Princes of Hel, Bryce and Hunt's futures, Lidia and her potential connection to Aelin, and so much more!

This episode is spoiler free, so you do not need to have read Emberly Ash's books to listen and enjoy! Join Alley and Nicole as they interview Romantasy author Emberly Ash and discuss her series, The Secrets of the Faerie Crown. This series is a King Arthur retelling, but with fae and smut! Without giving away any spoilers, Alley and Nicole gush with Emberly over her books, talk about their favorite moments and characters, and even play a few games. Book 1 (Crown of Earth and Sky) and Book 2 (Throne of Air and Darkness) are available on Kindle Unlimited and Amazon, with paperbacks coming through Barnes and Noble very soon. Book 3 (Court of Vines and Vipers) will be out April 30, 2024, so get to reading so you are all set for the new release!

**HOUSE OF FLAME AND SHADOW SPOILERS** In this episode, Nicole and Alley talk about which theories they were right about, which theories they were wrong about, and which theories might still be possible! Join them as they discuss some of their epically wrong predictions. Then, as a bonus segment, listen to their reactions to CC3 as they are only halfway through the book.

**SPOILERS FOR ENTIRE MAASVERSE** Join Alley and Nicole as they process their initial reactions to House of Flame and Shadow. They chat about all our favorite CC couples, what the heck was going on with Bryce and Hunt, ACOTAR world, and their feelings about future books.

There are NOT House of Flame and Shadow spoilers in this episode! But there are spoilers for all other SJM books. In this episode, Alley and Nicole play fun games about the Maasverse, including would you rather and the fan favorite SCREW MARRY KILL! It's also now Nicole's turn to answer rapid fire questions. And as always, there are tangents, cocktails, and general gushing about our Sarah J Maas book boyfriends.

***SPOILERS FOR ALL OF SJM SERIES*** In this episode, Nicole and Alley give you a high level plot summary of A Court of Silver Flames to get you ready for the release of House of Flame and Shadow. They also discuss a few theories and talk about all the questions that they hope get answered in House of Flame and Shadow! You also know it wouldn't be a Romantasy Readers episode without a fun game, so Nicole asks Alley rapid fire questions about what she thinks is going to happen in the Maas-verse!

***SPOILERS FOR ALL SJM BOOKS!*** In this episode, Nicole and Alley give you a high level plot summary of House of Sky and Breath to get you ready for the release of House of Flame and Shadow. We also discuss potential Throne of Glass cross-overs, what might be under some of the mountains in Prythian, potential eighth court theories, and the Autumn King.

In this episode, Nicole and Alley give you a high level plot summary of House of Earth and Blood to get you ready for the release of House of Flame and Shadow. We also discuss what we know about the Princes of Hel and the Asteri, connections between Crescent City and other SJM worlds, whether Bryce and Hunt are end game, and some of the early theories we have for CC3.

Updated Audio :) **SPOILERS FOR THE PLATED PRISONER SERIES BY RAVEN KENNEDY** In this episode, Alley and Nicole discuss their reactions to the fifth book in the Plated Prisoner series, Gold. They give you their theories on the prophecy at the end of the book, who in the world Wick could be, and what is going to happen now that Auren and Slade are MATES!

**IRON FLAME SPOILERS** In this episode, Alley and Nicole talk about their favorite Iron Flame scenes and characters, play some fun games with the characters, and generally gush about everything Iron Flame.