Fiction Fanatics

Send us Fan Mail Hi Nerds 🤍 We’re popping in with a quick little life update! Between traveling, work, and taking care of babies (!!), life has been a little full lately — in the best way, but definitely busy. Because of that, we’re going to be shifting to one episode a month for the summer instead of our usual weekly schedule. We still love this podcast (and you guys) so much, and we want to kee...

Send us Fan Mail Nerds… we’re back in the pack. 🐺🔥 For our February Book of the Month, we’re diving into Mate , the sequel from Ali Hazelwood — and we have so much to say. In this episode, we talk about: How this sequel expands the world and raises the stakes Seeing beloved characters again (and why we were so happy to be back) The new characters who completely stole our hearts Our favorite scen...

Send us Fan Mail Nerds, it was finally time — we’re diving into Legendborn by Tracy Deonn , and we have so much to say. In this episode of Fiction Fanatics , we break down the world of Legendborn — from its Arthurian roots and secret societies to its raw exploration of grief, power, identity, and rage. We talk characters we loved (and questioned), moments that hit us emotionally, and why this stor...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, we’re wrapping up 2025 and looking ahead to what 2026 has in store. We chat about the things we truly loved this year, the things that were… just okay, and what we’re most excited about moving forward. It’s a relaxed, reflective conversation with plenty of laughs—and if you stick around to the end, Ivy and Tobey make a special appearance  Thanks for being part of...

Send us Fan Mail Nerds, this episode was dark in all the best ways — and way more fun than we expected. 😈✨ Today on Fiction Fanatics , we’re joined by Caitlin Starling , and from the start, the conversation was equal parts unsettling, smart, and genuinely playful. Caitlin is brilliant, sharp, and quietly hilarious, and chatting with her felt like slipping into a conversation that’s just a little...

Send us Fan Mail Nerds, we loved this episode. 🤍 Today on Fiction Fanatics , we’re joined by Emiko Jean , and from the moment we started talking, everything just clicked. The conversation flowed so naturally that it felt less like an interview and more like a cozy, bookish hangout — complete with laughter, thoughtful moments, and yes, a tangent or two we didn’t want to stop. We chat about Emiko’s...

Send us Fan Mail Nerds, this episode is truly something special. 🤍 Today on Fiction Fanatics , we’re joined by New York Times bestselling author Alyson Richman , and from the very first question, we were captivated by her warmth, depth, and singular way of storytelling. Alyson has a remarkable ability to weave history, love, grief, and art into narratives that feel both intimate and timeless. We...

Send us Fan Mail We are absolutely smitten with this episode. 💖 This week on Fiction Fanatics , we’re joined by the wonderful Laurie Gilmore , and from the very first minute, it felt like chatting with a longtime friend. We talk about her writing journey, the heart behind her stories, and the magic of creating characters that feel like home. Laurie shares insights into her creative process, what...

Send us Fan Mail In this week’s episode of Fiction Fanatics, the crew sit down with the brilliantly atmospheric storyteller, Riley S. Quinn. Known for her rich folklore influences, emotionally charged plots, and hauntingly beautiful prose, Riley opens up about her creative process, the origins of her most beloved characters, and how she weaves myth, memory, and raw human emotion into every chapter...

Send us Fan Mail This week, we sit down with the brilliant Heather Colley , author of The Gilded Butterfly Effect , a darkly compelling and unflinchingly honest campus novel that digs into the pressures, performances, and hidden struggles of modern college life. We talk about what inspired this story, why today’s young women are navigating more pressure than ever, and how the constant push to “bel...

Send us Fan Mail This week, we’re joined by the incredible Britney S. Lewis , author of The Undead Truth of Us and her newest YA novel Blood Moon — and we had the best time with her. Britney is one of those rare authors who instantly feels like a friend. She’s warm, hilarious, thoughtful, and endlessly inspiring. In this conversation, we dive into the heart behind Blood Moon , the creative spark t...

Send us Fan Mail This week we’re joined by the incredible Maxine Rosaler — a writer whose work blends sharp observation, emotional honesty, and the quiet beauty of everyday life. In this heartfelt conversation, Maxine opens up about her writing journey, the themes that shape her stories, how motherhood and identity influence her work, and the art of capturing truth on the page. We talk creativity,...

Send us Fan Mail She’s back! 🩸 This week on Fiction Fanatics, we’re welcoming Gillian Eliza West for her second visit — and we couldn’t be more excited to talk about her newest release, Until the Heart Stops . Set in the darkly enchanting city of Oylen, Until the Heart Stops is a lush, emotional vampire romance filled with forbidden love, power, and danger. Gillian joins us to chat about her crea...

Send us Fan Mail This week on Fiction Fanatics , we’re joined by the incredible A.A. Barton — author, storyteller, and all-around force of creativity. 💫 We talk all things A.A. Barton : her newest book, navigating grief through writing, the heart behind her stories, and the exciting new projects she has on the horizon. It’s an honest, funny, and deeply human conversation that’ll make you feel all...

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

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

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

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

Send us Fan Mail NERDS, we’ve made it. 💔🔥 Our Hunger Games summer comes to a close with the Mockingjay finale, and we are still recovering. From Katniss stepping into the role of the Mockingjay, to the heartbreak of loss, to THAT ending — we’re talking all the feels, the battles, the politics, and the love triangle that kept us screaming. We laugh, we cry, we scream ‘real or not real?’ … and we...

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

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

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

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

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

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