The BookTok Book Club

Welcome back to episode 33 of the BookTok Book Club Podcast. Today we are talking about Cindy's latest book, Against the Boards. We always love getting to hear about the books from the person who imagined them and hearing a little bit about the behind the scenes of the writing process. Against the Boards is a slow-burn, fake dating, low spice hockey romance.  It is about a woman named Emma who finds a driver's license belonging to Tyler Bowen, a hockey player on her brother's team. Emma's brother is overprotective and has warned her to stay away from Tyler, but Emma is tired of being controlled and convinces Tyler to mess with Sean and pretend they're in a relationship for just one night. Little does she know that Tyler has a surprise in his playbook. He needs Emma's assistance to face a formidable opponent: his father, the ultimate player of hearts. It was supposed to be all fun and games, but when the photography studio Emma works for is sold unexpectedly and Tyler's dad offers her a job, she realizes she may have glided too far into enemy territory.  The Book was released last September 19th and is available on Amazon.    Join us again next week and be sure to check out our previous episodes.   Connect with them on Tiktok: @cindygwrites and @aekingauthor  

Welcome back to episode 32 of the BookTok Book Club Podcast. Today we are talking about  Red Rising by Pierce Brown with Allison Eisner @allisonsaplusreads We loved getting to know Allison and learning a little bit more about how she fell in love with books. When she was a child, she disliked reading and viewed it as a tedious chore. However, her perspective changed when she began reading the Warriors cat book series. And of course, we always get excited about new books. Join us today as we discuss Red Rising by Pierce Brown. Red Rising is a 2014 dystopian science fiction novel, and the first book and eponym of a series. The novel, set in the future on Mars, follows lowborn miner Darrow as he infiltrates the ranks of the elite Golds. Join us again next week and be sure to check out our previous episodes. Connect with us on Tiktok @cindygwrites, @cynthiagwrites and @aekingauthor  

Welcome back to episode 31 of the BookTok Book Club Podcast. Today we are talking about Those Left Behind by N.C. Scrimgeour with Neil Williams @NeilTheBookGuy We loved getting to know Neil and learning a little bit more about how he fell in love with books. Neil has been reading his entire life, thanks to his mom who was a kindergarten teacher who loved reading herself. The book that really inspired him to dive into the fantasy genre was Redwall by Brian Jacques. Ever since then, he hasn't been able to stop. And of course, we always get excited about new books. Join us today as we discuss Those Left Behind by N.C. Scrimgeour . Those Left Behind is an epic, galaxy-spanning space opera full of exploration, adventure, and ancient alien mysteries. Fans of Mass Effect, The Expanse and Star Wars will love this character-driven science fiction novel—the first installment in the Waystations Trilogy. Join us again next week and be sure to check out our previous episodes. Connect with us on Tiktok @cindygwrites, @cynthiagwrites and @aekingauthor  

Welcome back to episode 30 of the BookTok Book Club Podcast. Join Cindy and Amy today as they discuss the books they read this summer.  The Invisible Life of Addie LaRue by V.E Schwab - The story follows a young French woman in 1714 who makes a bargain with the Dark that makes her immortal, but curses her to be forgotten by everyone she meets. Gallant by V.E Schwab - A darkly magical and thrilling tale of a young woman caught between the world and its shadows, who must embrace her legacy to stop the approaching darkness. A Darker Shade of Magic by V.E Schwab - When a dangerous artifact from a forbidden realm falls into Kell's possession, he and a thief named Lila Bard become entangled in a perilous adventure. Upgrade by Blake Crouch - After a botched raid, GPA agent Logan Ramsay discovers he's been infected by an unknown virus. A virus that slowly changes his DNA, upgrading his mental and physical prowess and turning him into the kind of anomaly the GPA hunts down. Red Rising Series by Pierce Brown - set in the future on Mars, Red Rising follows lowborn miner Darrow as he infiltrates the ranks of the elite Golds. Devil in the White City by Erik Larson - a historical non-fiction book that intertwines the true tale of the 1893 World's Fair and the cunning serial killer who used the fair to lure his victims to their death. House in the Cerulean Sea by TJ Klune - an enchanting fantasy romance novel. It  follows a case worker for magical children forced to choose between saving the world or dividing a family when he is sent to a mysterious residence housing half a dozen unique youths. The Italian Teacher by Tom Rachman - It tells the story of Pinch, a man whose whole life is overshadowed by his father, the great 20th-century artist Bear Bavinsky. Join us again next week and be sure to check out our previous episodes.  Connect with us on Tiktok @cindygwrites, @cynthiagwrites and @aekingauthor  

Welcome back to episode 29 of the BookTok Book Club Podcast. Today we are talking about The Invisible Life of Addie LaRue by V.E Schwab with Kristen and Maddie @kris.and.mads  We loved getting to know sisters Kristen and Maddie and learning a little bit more about how they fell in love with books. They have 4 other siblings and they are all avid readers!  And of course, we always get excited about new books. Join us today as we discuss The Invisible Life of Addie LaRue by V.E Schwab. The Invisible Life of Addie LaRue is a fantasy novel. The story follows a young French woman in 1714 who makes a bargain with the Dark that makes her immortal, but curses her to be forgotten by everyone she meets. Join us again next week and be sure to check out our previous episodes. Connect with us on Tiktok @cindygwrites, @cynthiagwrites and @aekingauthor  

Welcome back to episode 28 of the BookTok Book Club Podcast.  Join Cindy and Amy today as they discuss the books that they are currently reading.  The Devil in the White City by Erik Larson - Author Erik Larson imbues the incredible events surrounding the 1893 Chicago World's Fair. Larson tells the stories of two men: Daniel H. Burnham, the architect responsible for the fair's construction, and H.H. Holmes, a serial killer masquerading as a charming doctor. Skin of the Sea by Natasha Bowen - Skin of the Sea is a 2021 young adult fantasy novel by Nigerian Welsh writer Natasha Bowen. Bowen's debut novel follows Simi, a mami wata who travels across sea and land in search of the Supreme Creator after breaking a law that threatens the existence of all mami wata Unravel Me by Tahereh Maf - A heart wrenching novel about Shadi, a Muslim teen struggling to forge a blurry identity, fall in love, and find hope in the wake of 9/11. The Italian Teacher by Tom Rachman - A grand and moving family drama set against the pretention, prestige and pomp of the international art world. The Stolen Heir: A novel of Elfhame by Holly Black - A runaway queen. A reluctant prince. And a quest that may destroy them both. Eight years have passed since the Battle of the Serpent. But in the icy north, Lady Nore of the Court of Teeth has reclaimed the Ice Needle Citadel. There, she is using an ancient relic to create monsters of stick and snow who will do her bidding and exact her revenge. Highly Suspicious and Unfairly Cute by Talia Hibbert - A laugh-out-loud story about a quirky content creator and a clean-cut athlete testing their abilities to survive the great outdoors—and each other. Yours Truly by Abby Jimenez - A novel of terrible first impressions, hilarious second chances, and the joy in finding your perfect match. The House in the Cerulean Sea by TJ Klune - A magical island. A dangerous task. A burning secret. Linus Baker leads a quiet, solitary life. At forty, he lives in a tiny house with a devious cat and his old records. As a Case Worker at the Department in Charge Of Magical Youth, he spends his days overseeing the well-being of children in government-sanctioned orphanages. Join us again next week and be sure to check out our previous episodes. Connect with us on Tiktok @cindygwrites, @cynthiagwrites and @aekingauthor  

Welcome back to episode 27 of the BookTok Book Club Podcast. Today we are talking about If You Still Recognise Me by Cynthia So with Avery @readbyfin  We loved getting to know Avery and learning a little bit more about how she fell in love with books. She always loved to read books as a child. But her love for reading blossomed even more during the pandemic when she had more free time and was able to connect with other book lovers. And of course, we always get excited about new books. Join us today as we discuss If You Still Recognise Me by Cynthia So. If you loved Heartstopper and need more feel-good LGBTQ+ romance - If You Still Recognise Me is the one for you! Elsie has a crush on Ada, the only person in the world who truly understands her. Unfortunately, they've never met in real life and Ada lives an ocean away. But Elsie has decided it's now or never to tell Ada how she feels. That is until her long-lost best friend Joan walks back into her life. In a summer of repairing broken connections and building surprising new ones, Elsie realizes that she isn't nearly as alone as she thought. But now she has a choice to make... Join us again next week and be sure to check out our previous episodes. Connect with us on Tiktok @cindygwrites, @cynthiagwrites and @aekingauthor  

Welcome back to episode 26 of the BookTok Book Club Podcast. Today we are talking about Legendborn by Tracy Deonn with Mikah @mikah_mia_reads  We loved getting to know Mikah and learning a little bit more about how she fell in love with books. She fell in love with books as a child, but her passion for reading waned in middle school as she got busy with school. However, her love for books was rekindled when she had her daughter and experienced postpartum anxiety. She turned to books for comfort and escape from the challenges of motherhood. And of course, we always get excited about new books. Join us today as we discuss Legendborn. Legendborn is a 2020 debut young adult fantasy novel by Tracy Deonn. Called "a modern day twist on Arthurian legend", it follows Bree Matthews, a 16-year-old girl who lost her mother in a car accident. She is sent to a residential program for bright high schoolers at UNC–Chapel Hill. On her first night on campus, she witnesses a magical attack. She learns that there is a secret society of students called the Legendborn who hunt down magical creatures. One of the Legendborn, a teenage mage who calls himself Merlin, attempts to wipe Bree's memory of what she saw, but fails. This unlocks Bree's own unique magic and a buried memory with a hidden connection: the night her mother died, another Merlin was at the hospital. Bree decides to infiltrate the Legendborn as one of their initiates in order to find out the truth about her mother's death. She recruits Nick, a self-exiled Legendborn with his own grudge against the group. Their reluctant partnership pulls them deeper into the society's secrets—and closer to each other. The Legendborn reveal themselves to be the descendants of King Arthur's knights and explain that a magical war is coming. Bree has to decide how far she'll go for the truth and whether she should use her magic to take the society down—or join the fight. Join us again next week and be sure to check out our previous episodes. Connect with us on Tiktok @cindygwrites, @cynthiagwrites and @aekingauthor  

Welcome back to episode 25 of the BookTok Book Club Podcast. Today we are talking about The Housemaid by Freida McFadden with Lindsey @literaturewithlindsey   We loved getting to know Lindsey and learning a little bit more about how she fell in love with books. She used to be a voracious reader in high school, but lost interest in it as she got older. However, when her family went through a difficult time, she turned to reading as a way to cope. And of course, we always get excited about new books. Join us today as we discuss The Housemaid by Freida McFadden. The Housemaid is An unbelievably twisty read that will have you glued to the pages late into the night. Anyone who loves The Woman in the Window, The Wife Between Us and The Girl on the Train won't be able to put this down! Join us again next week and be sure to check out our previous episodes. Connect with us on Tiktok @cindygwrites, @cynthiagwrites and @aekingauthor  

Welcome back to episode 24 of the BookTok Book Club Podcast. Today we are talking about the Subgenres of Dystopian books with A.E King and Cindy Gunderson. Join us today as we explore the different subgenres of dystopian books. We'll talk about the classic dystopian novels that have inspired generations of readers, as well as some newer works that are pushing the boundaries of the genre. Join us again next week and be sure to check out our previous episodes.  Connect with them on Tiktok: @cindygwrites and @aekingauthor  

Welcome back to episode 23 of the BookTok Book Club Podcast. Today we are talking about This Thing Between Us by Gus Moreno with Evan Nikolaus @evan_nikolaus We loved getting to know Evan and learning a little bit more about how he fell in love with books. His love for books started when his father got him a monthly subscription for Scooby doo books when he was young. However, he lost interest in reading when other kids made fun of him for it. That is, until the Hunger Games series came out. He was immediately hooked, and he has been reading voraciously ever since. And of course, we always get excited about new books. Join us today as we discuss This Thing Between Us by Gus Moreno. This Thing Between Us is a A bold, original horror novel about grief, loneliness and the oppressive intimacy of technology.  It was Vera's idea to buy the Itza. The "world's most advanced smart speaker!" didn't interest Thiago, but Vera thought it would be a bit of fun for them amidst all the strange occurrences happening in the condo. It made things worse. The cold spots and scratching in the walls were weird enough, but peculiar packages started showing up at the house—who ordered industrial lye? Then there was the eerie music at odd hours, Thiago waking up to Itza projecting light shows in an empty room. It was funny and strange right up until Vera was killed, and Thiago's world became unbearable. Pundits and politicians all looking to turn his wife's death into a symbol for their own agendas. A barrage of texts from her well-meaning friends about letting go and moving on. Waking to the sound of Itza talking softly to someone in the living room... The only thing left to do was get far away from Chicago. Away from everything and everyone. A secluded cabin in Colorado seemed like the perfect place to hole up with his crushing grief. But soon Thiago realizes there is no escape—not from his guilt, not from his simmering rage, and not from the evil hunting him, feeding on his grief, determined to make its way into this world. Join us again next week and be sure to check out our previous episodes. Connect with us on Tiktok @cindygwrites, @cynthiagwrites and @aekingauthor  

Welcome back to episode 22 of the BookTok Book Club Podcast. Today we are talking about Daughter of the Forest by Juliet Marillier with Serene Heiner @magicalbooknook We loved getting to know Serene and learning a little bit more about how she fell in love with books. Serene's parents are big bookworms, so it's no surprise that she has been reading for as long as she can remember.   And of course, we always get excited about new books. Join us today as we discuss Daughter of the Forest by Juliet Marillier. Daughter of the Forest is a historical fantasy novel by Juliet Marillier first published in 1999. It is loosely based on the legend of the Children of Lir and "The Six Swans" (a story that has many versions, including one by the Brothers Grimm). A girl (Sorcha) must sew six shirts from a painful nettle plant in order to save her brothers from a witch's enchantment, remaining completely mute until the task is finished. Falling in love complicates her mission. Join us again next week and be sure to check out our previous episodes. Connect with us on Tiktok @cindygwrites, @cynthiagwrites and @aekingauthor  

Today we are talking about Son of the Storm by Suyi Davies Okungbowa with Jenna @jennaslitpicks We loved getting to know Jenna and learning a little bit more about how she fell in love with books. Her love for books started when she was in first grade when her friend could read better than her. This sparked a competitive streak in her so she asked her parents to put her on tutoring. From that point on, she was hooked on reading and devouring books!  And of course, we always get excited about new books. Join us today as we discuss Son of the Storm by Suyi Davies Okungbowa. Son of the Storm is a sweeping tale of violent conquest and forgotten magic set in a world inspired by the pre-colonial empires of West Africa. In the ancient city of Bassa, Danso is a clever scholar on the cusp of achieving greatness—only he doesn't want it. Instead, he prefers to chase forbidden stories about what lies outside the city walls. The Bassai elite claim there is nothing of interest. The city's immigrants are sworn to secrecy. But when Danso stumbles across a warrior wielding magic that shouldn't exist, he's put on a collision course with Bassa's darkest secrets. Drawn into the city's hidden history, he sets out on a journey beyond its borders. And the chaos left in the wake of his discovery threatens to destroy the empire. Join us again next week and be sure to check out our previous episodes. Connect with us on Tiktok @cindygwrites, @cynthiagwrites and @aekingauthor  

Welcome back to episode 20 of the BookTok Book Club Podcast. Today we are talking about Eleanor Oliphant Is Completely Fine by Gail Honeyman. Join us today as we discuss Eleanor Oliphant Is Completely Fine by Gail Honeyman. We always love getting to hear about the books from the person who imagined them and hearing a little bit about the behind the scenes of the writing process. This book is a smart, warm, and uplifting story of an out-of-the-ordinary heroine whose deadpan weirdness and unconscious wit make for an irresistible journey as she realizes the only way to survive is to open your heart. Join us again next week and be sure to check out our previous episodes.  Connect with them on Tiktok: @cindygwrites and @aekingauthor

Welcome back to episode 19 of the BookTok Book Club Podcast. Today we are talking about Shardless by Stephanie Fisher with Brittany @listenwithbritt  We loved getting to know Britt and learning a little bit more about how she fell in love with books. Her love for books started when she was already 27 years old. Her husband's love of reading inspired her to start reading herself. And of course, we always get excited about new books. Join us today as we discuss Shardless by Stephanie Fisher. Shardless is an action-packed fantasy romance novel that is perfect for fans of Sarah J. Maas and Holly Black.  Taly is a human living on the island of Tempris, where time magic is outlawed and humans are second-class citizens. She has lived a good life, but when she accidentally brushes up against magic, she starts seeing ghostly apparitions that give her small glimpses into the future. This has deadly consequences, as the Sanctorum, a group of time mages who hunt down suspected time mages, has returned to the island. Taly must now protect herself and those she loves from the Sanctorum, even if it means sacrificing everything, including her heart. Join us again next week and be sure to check out our previous episodes. Connect with us on Tiktok @cindygwrites, @cynthiagwrites and @aekingauthor  

Welcome back to episode 18 of the BookTok Book Club Podcast. Today we are talking about Written in the Oceans: A love Story by Jeannie Choe with Danielle Moore @daniellereadsdaily We loved getting to know Danielle and learning a little bit more about how she fell in love with books. She has been an avid reader eversince when she was young. But she fell in love with books when she started reading Jodi Picoult's books.  And of course, we always get excited about new books. Join us today as we discuss Written in the Oceans: A love Story by Jeannie Choe. Written in the Oceans is a beautiful romance about grief and survival when your mind is telling you to give up. Rhylan Matthews is Hollywood's hottest 'it' star but underneath all the glitz and glamor, Rhylan Matthews is dealing with his own slew of demons making him realize how lonely stardom can really be. As a typical college student and on the cusp of entering the real world once she graduates, Ellie doesn't understand why her future doesn't hold the same expectations as it does for others. With her grief pulling her down along with the heavy baggage of her past, moving on feels almost impossible. When their two worlds crash, it's like discovering a new way to breathe after skimming below the surface for so long, always on the verge of drowning. Until they're pushed back into the depths of the ocean and they realize that maybe sinking into oblivion is the only way to live. Unless they give each other a chance. Join us again next week and be sure to check out our previous episodes. Connect with us on Tiktok @cindygwrites, @cynthiagwrites and @aekingauthor  

Welcome back to episode 17 of the BookTok Book Club Podcast. Today we are talking about The Blood Trials by N.E. Davenport with Allison @bookswithallison We loved getting to know Allison and learning a little bit more about how she fell in love with books. Her love of books began in the sixth grade when she received the Trylle series by Amanda Hocking for Christmas. And of course, we always get excited about new books. Join us today as we discuss The Blood Trials by N.E. Davenport. Blending fantasy and science fiction, N. E. Davenport's fast-paced, action-packed debut kicks off a duology of loyalty and rebellion, in which a young Black woman must survive deadly trials in a racist and misogynistic society to become an elite warrior. Join us again next week and be sure to check out our previous episodes. Connect with us on Tiktok @cindygwrites, @cynthiagwrites and @aekingauthor  

Welcome back to episode 16 of the BookTok Book Club Podcast. Today is book launch week and we are talking about the Blessing Giver series by Cindy Gunderson. Join us today as we discuss Cindy's new series, The Blessing Giver. We always love getting to hear about the books from the person who imagined them and hearing a little bit about the behind the scenes of the writing process. The Blessing Giver series is a fantasy romance series. It is an enemies-to-lovers, tantalizing forbidden romance. For fans of Sarah J. Maas and Jennifer Armentrout, this new fantasy series will leave you breathless. The Book will be available on June 19! Preorder The Blessing Giver: Book one on Amazon .  Can't wait for the book to be available? You can get a free copy of the prequel novella here:  Join us again next week and be sure to check out our previous episodes.  Connect with them on Tiktok: @cindygwrites and @aekingauthor  

Welcome back to episode 15 of the BookTok Book Club Podcast. Today we are talking about the upcoming books by your hosts, A.E King and Cindy Gunderson. Join us today as we discuss the Black Protocol by A.E. King and The Blessing Giver series by Cindy Gunderson. We always love getting to hear about the books from the person who imagined them and hearing a little bit about the behind the scenes of the writing process. Black Protocol is an adult dystopian romantic thriller that is a spin-off from the Insurrection series. The Blessing Giver series is a fantasy romance series. It is an enemies-to-lovers, tantalizing forbidden romance. For fans of Sarah J. Maas and Jennifer Armentrout, this new fantasy series will leave you breathless. Join us again next week and be sure to check out our previous episodes. Join us again next week and be sure to check out our previous episodes. The new books are coming out soon! Stay tuned for more details. Connect with them on Tiktok: @cindygwrites and @aekingauthor  

  Welcome back to episode 13 of the BookTok Book Club Podcast. Today we are talking about Falling Inn Love by Erin Branscom with the Blonde Bookworms @blonde_bookworms We loved getting to know Court and Stina and learning a little bit more about how they fell in love with books. Court and Stina have been working together for 11 years. Their TikTok all started when they were both awkwardly explaining a story plot of the same book to each other at work one day. And of course, we always get excited about new books. Join us today as we discuss Falling Inn Love by Erin Branscom with Blonde Bookworms. Falling Inn Love is the first book in the Freedom Valley series by Erin Branscom. Beth is a struggling romance author who is trying to escape her past. When her car breaks down in a small town in New Hampshire, she is forced to stay there and make a new life for herself. She meets a local innkeeper named Evan, who helps her get back on her feet. As they spend more time together, Beth begins to fall in love with Evan and the town. However, she is still haunted by her past, and she is not sure if she is ready to let go of it. Evan is determined to help her heal, and he is sure that they can build a future together. Join us again next week and be sure to check out our previous episodes. Connect with us on Tiktok @cindygwrites, @cynthiagwrites and @aekingauthor  

Welcome back to episode 13 of the BookTok Book Club Podcast. Today we are talking about Son of a Sailor by Marshall J. Moore @marshalljmooreauthor We loved getting to know Marshall and learning a little bit more about how he fell in love with books. He once sold a thousand dollars' worth of teapots to Jackie Chan, and was once tracked down by a bounty hunter for owing $300 in overdue fees to the Los Angeles Public Library.  And of course, we always get excited about new books. Join us today as we discuss one of his books, Son of a Sailor. We always love getting to hear about the books from the person who imagined them and hearing a little bit about the behind the scenes of the writing process. Son of a Sailor is a pirate tale about home and the family you make for yourself. Captain Redbeard is the most wanted pirate ever to sail the Eight Seas. But to the folk of his sleepy island hometown, Captain Redbeard is no more than a distant legend. To them, he's just Quint Thatch - the tavernkeepers' son. When tragic news calls him home, Quint hides his pirate identity (and loses his beard) to reconnect with his formidable Ma and childhood friends. As he processes his grief, Quint learns that the bonds of home are as strong as those tying him to his crewmates. But when Quint's pirate crew and a ghost from his past sail into town, both halves of his life are thrown into jeopardy. Son of a Sailor: A Cozy Pirate Tale will be out on May 25, preorder now! Join us again next week and be sure to check out our previous episodes. Connect with us on Tiktok @cindygwrites, @cynthiagwrites and @aekingauthor

Welcome back to episode 12 of the BookTok Book Club Podcast. Today we are talking about The Winner's Curse by Marie Rutkoski with Bethany Cleaver @bethsbooktok We loved getting to know Beth and learning a little bit more about how she fell in love with books. Since she was a young child, she has always enjoyed reading. During the pandemic, reading provided her comfort. And of course, we always get excited about new books. Join us today as we discuss The Winner's Curse by Marie Rutkoski.The book is set in a world where the Valorian Empire has conquered the Herrani people. Seventeen-year-old Kestrel, the daughter of a Valorian general, is bored with her life of privilege. One day, she buys a Herrani slave named Arin at an auction. Arin is everything Kestrel is not: strong, brave, and free-spirited. Kestrel is drawn to Arin, but she knows that their love is forbidden. If their relationship is discovered, it could mean death for both of them. Kestrel and Arin must find a way to be together without risking their lives. They must also find a way to end the war between the Valorians and the Herrani. The Winner's Curse is a story of love, loss, and redemption. It is a story about the power of hope and the importance of fighting for what you believe in. Join us again next week and be sure to check out our previous episodes. Connect with us on Tiktok @cindygwrites, @cynthiagwrites and @aekingauthor  

Welcome back to episode 11 of the BookTok Book Club Podcast. Join Cindy and Amy today as they discuss their recent reads (the favorites, the ones they did not love and the one they are both obsessed with).  The Last Thing He Told Me by Laura Dave - This book is about a woman searching for the truth about her husband's disappearance…at any cost.  From Blood and Ash by Jennifer L. Armentrout - This book is a sexy, addictive, and unexpected fantasy. It follows the maiden Poppy as she looks to save her kingdom. The Two Lives of Lydia Bird by Josie Silver - This book is a powerful and thrilling love story about the what-ifs that arise at life's crossroads, and what happens when one woman is given a miraculous chance to answer them.  The Inheritance Games by Jennifer Lynn Barnes - This book follows Avery Grambs. Avery has a plan for a better future: survive high school, win a scholarship, and get out. But her fortunes change in an instant when billionaire Tobias Hawthorne dies and leaves Avery virtually his entire fortune. The catch? Avery has no idea why -- or even who Tobias Hawthorne is.  Book Lovers by Emily Henry - This book is about Nora who has been through enough break-ups to know she's the one men date before finding their happy-ever-after. Nora's sister, Libby, persuades her to swap her city desk for a month's break in Sunshine Falls, in the hope she might enjoy a holiday romance.  The City on the Sea by Heather Carson - This book is the  first installment to the City on the Sea Series. Climate change and rising sea levels have forced humanity to live on the ocean in order to protect the precious bit of land remaining. In the midst of this cli-fi adventure, a strong female lead character discovers that her world isn't what it seems and learns to fight for the truth no matter the cost.  Daisy Jones and the Six by Taylor Jenkins Reid - This book is a gripping novel about the whirlwind rise of an iconic 1970s rock group and their beautiful lead singer, revealing the mystery behind their infamous breakup.  Blood Like Magic by  Liselle Sambury - This book is an urban fantasy debut following a teen witch who is given a horrifying task: sacrificing her first love to save her family's magic.  Join us again next week and be sure to check out our previous episodes. Connect with them on Tiktok: @cindygwrites and @aekingauthor  

Welcome back to episode 10 of the BookTok Book Club Podcast. Today we are talking about Eclipse by Herman Steuernagel with Joshua Del Toro  @joshuabayardauthor We loved getting to know Joshua and learning a little bit more about how he fell in love with books. When he was very young, he hated reading because of his dyslexia. But when he was in fourth grade, he read The Phantom Tollbooth and he kept on devouring books ever since.  And of course, we always get excited about new books. Join us today as we discuss  Eclipse by Herman Steuernagel. This book is the opening story in Steuernagel's  new sci-fi thriller series. It charts the stories of two main characters, Django and Mikka. Django and Mikka's paths collide as they embark on a journey that will shape the fate of a civilization built on half-truths and the backs of others. Rumors of civil war circulate through the Syndicate's orbital empire, catching both Django and Mikka in the crossfire, where the stakes are far higher than they realize. Join us again next week and be sure to check out our previous episodes. Connect with us on Tiktok @cindygwrites, @cynthiagwrites and @aekingauthor  

Welcome back to episode 9 of the BookTok Book Club Podcast. Today we are talking about Speechless by Lindsey Lanza with Amanda Spivack @its.amandas.bookshelf We loved getting to know Amanda and learning a little bit more about how she fell in love with books. She was the first person in her school to finish all the books in their library! And of course, we always get excited about new books. Join us today as we discuss Speechless by Lindsey Lanza. This book is about bestselling author Lucy Gold who writes fairy tales for a living, but her own happily ever after is looking bleak. Seeking a fresh start after a sudden divorce on the eve of her thirtieth birthday, she decides to make a new life for herself and her service dog in Los Angeles. But when her living arrangements fall through just before takeoff, a handsome stranger offers to let her stay with him and his motley crew of musicians in Malibu. Her gallant hero? None other than Henry Turner, the award-winning composer whose music has held Lucy together while her life's been crumbling apart. Join us again next week and be sure to check out our previous episodes. Connect with us on Tiktok @cindygwrites, @cynthiagwrites and @aekingauthor  

Welcome back to episode 8 of the BookTok Book Club Podcast. Today we are talking about Vanished with Nicole York @Nicoleyorkcreates. We loved getting to know Nicole and learning a little bit more about how she fell in love with books. When she was young, she was lucky enough to have some teachers who fostered a great love of reading and gave her a lot of opportunities to read in class.  And of course, we always get excited about new books. Join us today as we discuss Vanished by Nicole York. We always love getting to hear about the books from the person who imagined them and hearing a little bit about the behind the scenes of the writing process. This book is the first book in the Gwen St. James Affair series. The Dresden Files meets The Parasol Protectorate in the first book of this clever, fast-paced Gaslamp Fantasy series about a woman ahead of her time who knows too much about magic, and not enough about self-control. Join us again next week and be sure to check out our previous episodes. Connect with us on Tiktok @cindygwrites, @cynthiagwrites and @aekingauthor  

Welcome back to episode 7 of the BookTok Book Club Podcast. Today, we are getting to know one of your hosts, A.E King and learning a little bit more about how she fell in love with books. Amy fell in love with books when she started reading "The Wizard of Oz". When she was in 6th grade, her teacher accused her of lying because her teacher could not believe that she finished reading 50 books in a month!  And of course, we always get excited about new books. Join us today as we discuss her books in the Insurrection series,  a dystopian thriller with a hint of romance.  Join us again next week and be sure to check out our previous episodes. Connect with us on Tiktok @cindygwrites, @cynthiagwrites and @aekingauthor

Welcome back to episode 6 of the BookTok Book Club Podcast. Today we are talking about Token by Beverley Kendall with Abby (@acozyadventurer). We loved getting to know Abby and learning a little bit more about how she/he fell in love with books. She has always been a reader. It was her go-to hobby in school. And of course, we always get excited about new books. Join us today as we discuss Token by Beverley Kendall. This book is the story of a young Black NYC woman, Kennedy Mitchell, who successfully started her own boutique PR firm that helps “diversity-challenged” companies and celebrities. With corporate America diversifying workplaces and famous people getting into reputation-damaging controversies, Token is in high demand. Kennedy quickly discovers there's a lot of on-the-job learning and some messes are not so easily fixed. When Kennedy's ex shows up needing help repairing his company's reputation, things get even more complicated. She knows his character is being wrongly maligned, but she's reluctant to get involved—professionally and emotionally. But soon, she finds herself drawn into a PR scandal of her own. Join us again next week and be sure to check out our previous episodes. Connect with us on Tiktok @cindygwrites, @cynthiagwrites and @aekingauthor

Welcome back to episode 5 of the BookTok Book Club Podcast. Today we are talking about The Idea of You by Robinne Lee with Kayla Kleinman(@bookshop_org). We loved getting to know Kayla and learning a little bit more about how she fell in love with books. Her mom was a children's librarian, so books were a big part of her life growing up. In 2020, she read a total of 52 books, reading 1 book per week! And of course, we always get excited about new books. Join us today as we discuss The Idea of You by Robinne Lee. The Idea of you is about Solène Marchand, a thirty-nine-year-old owner of an art gallery in Los Angeles, who is reluctant to take her daughter, Isabelle, to meet her favorite boy band. But since her divorce, she's more eager than ever to be close to Isabelle. The last thing Solène expects is to make a connection with one of the members of the world-famous August Moon. But Hayes Campbell is clever, winning, confident, and posh, and the attraction is immediate. That he is all of twenty years old further complicates things. What begins as a series of clandestine trysts quickly evolves into a passionate and genuine relationship. It is a journey that spans continents as Solène and Hayes navigate each other's worlds: from stadium tours to international art fairs to secluded hideaways in Paris and Miami. For Solène, it is a reclaiming of self, as well as a rediscovery of happiness and love. When Solène and Hayes' romance becomes a viral sensation, and both she and her daughter become the target of rabid fans and an insatiable media, Solène must face how her romantic life has impacted the lives of those she cares about most. Join us again next week and be sure to check out our previous episodes. Connect with us on Tiktok @cindygwrites, @cynthiagwrites and @aekingauthor

Welcome back to episode 4 of the BookTok Book Club Podcast. Today, we are getting to know one of your hosts, Cindy Gunderson and learning a little bit more about how she fell in love with books. As a child she loved the James Herriot series. Growing up in a farm in Canada, she related so much to the stories.  And of course, we always get excited about new books. Join us today as we discuss Yes, And: a Novel by Cindy Gunderson. We always love getting to hear about the books from the person who imagined them and hearing a little bit about the behind the scenes of the writing process. This book is about a college student, Toby, who is desperate for direction. Pausing his higher education, he relocates to Portland and rents a townhouse in hopes of reconnecting to his roots. But he didn't expect his passion for soap operas to lead to the relationship he's always needed.At eighty-seven-years-old, Jo's mind and body aren't what they used to be. But even at her senior age, she's sharp enough to know her nursing aids are after her generous family trust. So when a kind and honest young man moves in next door, she quickly enlists his help in catching the sneaky bandits.Forging a deep connection with his elderly friend through their scheming, Toby finally lights upon his purpose. And with her partner in crime helping her navigate everyday adventures from roller skates and uneven ground to downtown parking, Jo rediscovers a joy she had long forgotten. Watch out for Cindy's new series, "The Blessing Giver" coming out in June!  Join us again next week and be sure to check out our previous episodes. Connect with us on Tiktok @cindygwrites, @cynthiagwrites and @aekingauthor  

Welcome back to episode 3 of the BookTok Book Club Podcast. Today we are talking about Reel by Kennedy Ryan with Satoria Ray (@satrayreads). We loved getting to know Satoria and learning a little bit more about how she fell in love with books. Growing up in a rural area, she fell in love with books as a child. She used to join reading competitions to get free pizzas from pizza hut! And of course, we always get excited about new books. Join us today as we discuss Reel by Kennedy Ryan, a brand-new series with a Hollywood tale of wild ambition, artistic obsession, and unrelenting love. Join us again next week and be sure to check out our previous episodes. Connect with us on Tiktok @cindygwrites, @cynthiagwrites and @aekingauthor

Welcome back to episode 2 of the BookTok Book Club Podcast. Today we are talking about Highly Suspicious and Unfairly Cute by Talia Hibbert with Angela Montoya (@angelamontoya_author) and her own book, Sinner's Isle.  We loved getting to know Angela and learning a little bit more about how she fell in love with books. She refound her love for books at her 2 year old daughter's gymnastics class. She bought her first Nora Roberts book for 50 cents an had to go back and bought the rest of Nora Roberts' books and then she hasn't stopped since.  And of course, we always get excited about new books. Join us today as we discuss Highly Suspicious and Unfairly Cute by Talia Hibbert. This book is from the bestselling author of the Brown Sisters trilogy, it's a laugh-out-loud story about a quirky content creator and a clean-cut athlete testing their abilities to survive the great outdoors—and each other. We also discuss Angela's own book, Sinner's Isle. Sinner's Isle is a fiery tale of a powerful witch who will do anything to escape the remote island she's being held captive on, including blackmail an infamous, charming pirate who washes up on shore. Watch out for the book in October 2023! Join us again next week and be sure to check out our previous episodes. Connect with us on Tiktok @cindygwrites, @cynthiagwrites and @aekingauthor  

Welcome to the first episode of the Booktok Book Club podcast.   If you love quality books, talking about characters you love almost more than your real friends, and discovering new reads, you'll adore The BookTok Book Club Podcast. Join authors and bookworms Cindy Gunderson and A.E. King as they chat with your favorite #booktokers and find the best books to add to your TBR.   Meet your hosts! Cindy Gunderson is best known for her award-winning and best-selling series, the Tier Trilogy. She has written twelve full-length novels, as well as two children's series under the pen names Cynthia Gunderson (women's fiction) and Cindy Prince (children's).   When she is not writing in a quiet corner of her local library, you can find her traveling with her family, recording audiobooks, or happily digging in her garden.  Cindy grew up in Alberta, Canada, but has lived most of her adult life between California and Colorado. She currently resides in the Denver metro area with her four children and handsome husband, Scott. Cindy holds a B.S. in Psychology from Brigham Young University. She regularly teaches at writer's conferences around the country. A.E. King (Amy) is the author of the Insurrection Series, an adult dystopian romantic thriller trilogy that balances being dark without being disturbing, being passionate without graphic, and will leave you on the edge of your seat the entire time.  She also publishes inspirational and education non-fiction under Amy Walker.  When she is being a responsible adult, Amy is a professional speaker, business owner, and YouTuber helping entrepreneurs and small business owners grow sustainable, profitable businesses.  Amy is a mom of 5 boys and lives in rural Northeast Georgia with her husband. They have 3 dogs and one cat. Amy firmly believes that goats are part of the recipe for personal happiness, but her current HOA disagrees. One day she will again be a proud goat lady. For now, Amy loves spending time with her family, and completely ignoring her family while she gets lost in the world of books. It's all bout balance! We look forward to being your new book besties and finding new worlds and characters to fall in love with! Join us again next week and connect with us on Tiktok @cindygwrites, @cynthiagwrites and @aekingauthor