Wordsluts

Kyrie (they/them) thoroughly explains to AJ (she/her) the first book in the Theater Illuminata trilogy: Eyes Like Stars by Lisa Mantchev. There will be a sorry attempt at pirate-speak, reliving childhood joy through word-magic, and lots of giggling over sexy love interests. Other topics include middle school cringe moments, doors that don’t work, and a madlib featuring a special guest.

 AJ (she/her) dives into Casey McQuiston’s books, and explains to Kyrie (they/them) the plot of Red, White & Royal Blue (and the movie), One Last Stop, and I Kissed Shara Wheeler. Digressions include microtrends, Bill Clinton sex scenes, and reading updates. Sources: Casey McQuiston’s website For Casey McQuiston, the Message is in the Details Love Rides the Q Train in This Supernaturally Sweet...

Kyrie (they/them) and AJ (she/her) talk about trending books they loved and hated. Booktok, forgive us as we slander Colleen Hoover and ramble about toxic femininity and much, much more. Content warnings: discussions of suicide, internet bullying, eating disorders, and drug abuse. Sources: In Defence of T.J. Klune Reddit post Ottessa Moshfegh’s Year of Death & Internet Clout Who are the femcel...

 Kyrie (they/them) and AJ (she/her) discuss books they’re reading, books they had to read in high school, and rank the most popular YA series from their childhoods. Kyrie discusses Paranormal Activity as a feminist film, AJ sings the praises of garbage media, and digressions include dumb TikTok takes we hate and incredibly weird Thomas Jefferson fanart. This episode is largely spoiler free unless...

Welcome to Wordsluts! Kyrie (they/them) and AJ (she/her) discuss their current reads, reading origin stories, and recent five-star books. They chat hydration tactics, queerbaiting, and so much more! This episode discusses many books but does not contain any spoilers beyond basic plot points.  Books We Discussed: Uprooted by Naomi Novik Bones and All by Camille DeAngelis Pride and Prejudice by Jane...