The Book Fix

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of The Book Fix , Yajaira and Cheli trade their books for popcorn to review the film adaptation of The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes . They unpack everything from Snow’s villain origin (and questionable hair choices) to the chaotic music numbers, awkward romance, and surprisingly stacked cast. Did the movie make us care more about Coriolanus? Was Lucy Gray giving...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of The Book Fix , Yajaira and Cheli return to Panem to review The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes by Suzanne Collins—and they’re not holding back. They dive into the origin story of a young Coriolanus Snow and debate whether the prequel adds anything meaningful to the Hunger Games universe. Was the love story believable? Did Lucy Gray deserve better? And what was up...

Send us Fan Mail In this emotional and chaotic episode of The Book Fix , Yajaira and Cheli sit down for a girly deep dive into Mockingjay Part 1 and Part 2. This isn’t your typical plot breakdown—this is a full-on catharsis session about missed moments, emotional damage, and all the bread Peeta should have brought into the arena. The hosts reflect on Katniss’s awkward rise as a revolutionary symbo...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of their Hunger Games deep dive, Yajaira and Cheli take on Mockingjay —and they do not hold back. From the rushed character deaths (Finnick deserved a full chapter, not a sentence) to the lack of meaningful dialogue between Katniss and Peeta, the hosts question why the emotional payoff just wasn’t there. Katniss choosing Peeta makes sense, but where was the scene w...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of The Book Fix , Yajaira and Cheli continue their Hunger Games deep dive with a chaotic, passionate breakdown of Catching Fire (2013). The episode kicks off with a spirited conversation about bread (or the shocking lack of it from Panem’s most famous baker), before diving into everything from sourdough dreams to Peeta’s missed opportunities to be a true himbo hero...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of The Book Fix podcast, Yajaira and Cheli dive into the second installment of The Hunger Games trilogy, Catching Fire by Suzanne Collins. Picking up after Katniss and Peeta’s shocking win in the 74th Hunger Games, the hosts discuss how their defiant act with the berries didn’t just save their lives—it sparked unrest across the districts. Join the besties as they d...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of The Book Fix , hosts Yajaira and Cheli dive headfirst into the cinematic world of The Hunger Games (2012) following their recent reread of the book. They ditch the plot recap to focus instead on the gritty film style, casting choices, and all the small (and not-so-small) differences between book and screen. From the shaky camera work that left them dizzy, to Jen...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of The Book Fix , Yajaira and Cheli crack open their reread of The Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins, and it’s a mix of chaos, nostalgia, and bread-fueled sarcasm. They reflect on the book’s most emotional and iconic moments—from Rue’s tragic death and Katniss’ symbolic rebellion to Peeta’s dramatic mud camouflage and the Capitol’s twisted game rules. They dive into...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of The Book Fix , Yajaira and Cheli are absolutely feral over Enchantra by Kaylie Smith—the second installment in the Wicked Games series. The hosts break down the magical, high-stakes chaos of the Enchantra tournament, where tokens, betrayals, and televised death matches keep everyone on edge. They follow Genevieve and Rowington’s slow-burn-to-obsession romance, c...

Send us Fan Mail In this reflective episode of The Book Fix , Yajaira and Cheli respond to a listener's question about the books that shaped them as children. They start by unpacking their reading habits today, from the struggle of book slumps and bulk reading to the tools that help them reset—like cinematic playlists, 20-page test runs, and audiobooks during long commutes. The conversation s...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of The Book Fix , Yajaira and Cheli take a break from book reviews to dive headfirst into the absurd tier list of different ways women have died in old literature. From “flirting headaches” to “garden troubles” and the infamous “beautiful chestnut hair,” the girls try to make sense of these ridiculous causes of death, rating them from most to least believable. Alon...

Send us Fan Mail In this mysterious episode of The Book Fix , Yajaira and Cheli dive into the twisty domestic thriller The Perfect Marriage by Jeneva Rose. When Sarah, a high-powered defense attorney, finds out her husband Adam is arrested for murdering his mistress, she takes on the case herself—cue all the messy secrets, courtroom drama, and suspicious characters. The hosts talk about whether th...

Send us Fan Mail In this crafty episode of The Book Fix , Yajaira and Cheli put their artistic talents (or lack thereof) to the test in a chaotic game of bookish Pictionary! With only a marker, a whiteboard, and a very questionable understanding of anatomy, each host takes turns drawing stick-figure scenes from popular books while the other tries to guess the title. From hilariously vague scribble...

Send us Fan Mail In this emotionally packed episode, Yajaira and Cheli dive into Say You'll Remember Me by Abby Jimenez—a book that lured them in with its cute cover but hit hard with its portrayal of grief, family caregiving, and emotional burnout. While the romance is present, it quickly becomes clear that this story is also about the quiet battles happening behind closed doors. The hosts r...

Send us Fan Mail In this chaotic episode of The Book Fix , Yajaira and Cheli put their memory to the test with a hilarious guessing game based on outrageous one-star Goodreads reviews. With books ranging from sports romances and spicy fantasies to morally gray love interests and unhinged third-act breakups, the hosts try to match the reviews to the right titles they've read. Along the way, th...

Send us Fan Mail In this emotionally charged and unfiltered episode of The Book Fix , Yajaira and Cheli revisit the Powerless trilogy by Lauren Roberts, a series that famously divided them as readers. What started as a five-star experience for Cheli quickly unraveled into heartbreak and disillusionment—"I lived, I laughed, I loved, I cried... and then you told me it sucked." From drunk f...

Send us Fan Mail In this fun and unfiltered episode of The Book Fix , Yajaira and Cheli face off in a hilarious, chaotic, and surprisingly heartfelt tournament to crown the ultimate romance trope. From classics like second chance romance and beauty and the beast to the more controversial step-sibling crush and the bet , the hosts debate each trope's merits—and cringe-factor—with personal anec...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of The Book Fix , Yajaira and Cheli review The Strawberry Patch Pancake House by Laurie Gilmore, the fourth book in the Dream Harbor series. They dive into the signature “insta-love” setup the series is known for—and question whether it ever really works for them. The book follows Archer, a Michelin-starred chef living in Paris, who’s suddenly called to Dream Harbo...

Send us Fan Mail In this cozy and slightly chaotic book chat episode of The Book Fix , Yajaira and Cheli kick back for another heart-to-heart about all things books, friendship, and feelings. They reflect on how nice it is to create content without the pressure of speed-reading, and how their dynamic has grown since the early, rigid days of their podcast. With zero structure and maximum vibes, the...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of The Book Fix , Yajaira and Cheli dive into Sunrise on the Reaping , the long-awaited prequel to The Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins. Set 24 years before Katniss Everdeen ever volunteered as tribute, this newest installment takes readers back to the 50th Hunger Games—also known as the Second Quarter Quell—and follows a young Haymitch Abernathy as he is reaped to...

Send us Fan Mail In this special book chat episode of The Book Fix , Yajaira and Cheli sit back, reminisce, and reflect on the books that changed them, frustrated them, or simply vanished from memory. The conversation kicks off with a big question: can a deep book chat with your best friend fix your life? Spoiler alert — they think yes. Throughout this cozy conversation, they unpack: The chaos and...

Send us Fan Mail In this scandalous episode of The Book Fix , Yajaira and Cheli dive into Priest by Sierra Simone, a provocative romance that had them sweating. The book follows Father Tyler Anselm Bell, a 29-year-old Catholic priest whose life of devotion and control unravels when he meets Poppy, a woman seeking guidance but ultimately becoming his temptation. The hosts break down Tyler’s lack of...

Send us Fan Mail In this laid-back and cozy episode of The Book Fix , Yajaira and Cheli take a break from book reviews to bring listeners behind the scenes as they redo their podcast background. With the sound of book pages ripping and foam brushes against clear glue, things quickly turn into accidental ASMR—and the girls are here for it. As they work, they dive into a heartwarming (and hilarious)...

Send us Fan Mail In this week's Tuesday episode of The Book Fix , Yajaira and Cheli dive into Restore Me by Tahereh Mafi, the fourth installment in the Shatter Me series. Picking up right where Ignite Me left off, this book throws listeners—and our hosts—straight into the chaos of Juliette Ferrars' new reality as Supreme Commander of Sector 45. Can her relationship with Aaron Warner surv...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the Book Fiz (well  Book Flix) , Yajaira and Cheli dive into the steamy chaos of Culpa Tuya —the sequel to Culpa Mía —and its much-anticipated film adaptation. Picking up right where we left off, the movie follows the tumultuous relationship between Noah and Nick as they face even bigger secrets, more passionate fights, and new jealousies that threaten to tear t...