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Send us Fan Mail Hey Nerds! Just a quick update and Corrections Corner for you today! We’ve got some plot errors from our last Book of the Month, Ruin by Gillan Eliza West, that we need to clear up. We love our authors and always want to make sure we get the details right! Plus, we’re thrilled to announce our new Book of the Month: Monsoon Rising by Thea Guanzon! And as a special bonus, Stacy’s ba...

Send us Fan Mail This week, we’re diving into the sexy, romantic, and thrilling world of Ruin by Gillian Eliza West! With its lush Greek mythology-inspired vibes, unforgettable characters, and steamy, heart-pounding moments, this book had us completely enchanted. We break down our favorite themes, scenes, and quotes—and gush over how this story perfectly blends passion, power, and myth. If you’re...

Send us Fan Mail This month’s Book of the Month, Ruin by Gillian Eliza West, has us completely inspired by Greek mythology! 🏛✨ In this week’s episode, we share our top Greek mythology recommendations—from books that breathe new life into classic myths to must-watch movies and TV shows. 📚📽️ As always, we may go off the rails with some extra recs, but who’s keeping track? 😂 Join us for a fun, myt...

Send us Fan Mail This week on Fiction Fanatics , we’re absolutely honored to welcome back Thea Guanzon! 🎉 Last year, she wowed us with her stunning debut, The Hurricane Wars , and now she’s back to dive into its highly anticipated sequel, Monsoon Rising . 🌪️✨ In this episode, we chat with Thea about her experience writing the sequel, how her life has changed after the success of her first book,...

Send us Fan Mail Hey Nerds! 🎧 In this week’s episode, we had the absolute pleasure of chatting with the incredibly talented Gillian Eliza West , author of Ruin from The Infernis Duology ! 😍📚 We had so much fun talking about: ✨ The magical world of Ruin and its rich mythology 🔥 What’s coming in the mind-blowing sequel 💻 Gillian’s fan fiction past and how it influenced her writing 🌟 And all t...

Send us Fan Mail Hey Nerds! This week, we’re exploring Forged by Blood by Ehigbor Okosun—a breathtaking fantasy debut steeped in African mythology. With its rich world-building, complex characters, and themes of justice, power, and freedom, this book has everything we love in a fantasy novel. Join us as we delve into the story with a quick summary, discuss the vibrant characters, unpack the powerf...

Send us Fan Mail Hey Nerds! This week, we’re diving into our November recs! From books to binge-worthy shows, and even some fan fiction gems, we’re sharing everything we’re loving right now. 🖋️💻 Join us as we catch up, chat about what’s on our radar, and have a blast along the way. It’s a chill, fun episode you won’t want to miss! 💬 Let us know your current obsessions—what are you reading or wat...

Send us Fan Mail Hey Nerds! 💫 We are beyond thrilled to have the incredible Ehigbor Okosun on the podcast this week! We dive deep into her writing journey and chat about her powerful debut novel, Forged by Blood , along with the release of its highly anticipated sequel. 📚✨ Join us as Ehigbor shares the inspiration behind her West African-inspired fantasy world, her experience bringing complex c...

Send us Fan Mail Hey Nerds! Get ready for a chilling deep dive into The Weight of Blood, our October Book of the Month! 📚✨ This modern horror twist on Carrie had us completely hooked—and we can’t wait to share our thoughts with you. We’re talking all things The Weight of Blood : the suspense, the social commentary, and the unforgettable moments that make this book a must-read for spooky season....

Send us Fan Mail Happy Halloween, Nerds! 🎃👻 In this special episode, we’re sharing all our favorite Halloween books, movies, and TV shows to get you in the spooky spirit. Plus, we dive into a fun discussion about our favorite witches across pop culture! 🧙‍♀️✨ We had a blast putting together these recommendations, so grab your cauldron and join us for a witchy good time! Support the show ***Pro...

Send us Fan Mail ✨ This week, we’re thrilled to announce our October Book of the Month: The Weight of Blood by the incredible Tiffany D. Jackson! 📚🎉 But that’s not all—we’re joined by a super special guest, Jay! 🫶 Jay is a podcaster, bookstagrammer, and the owner of Coversnobbox , an awesome book subscription service. 📦💕 We dive deep into Jay's love for romance, fantasy, and all things...

Send us Fan Mail Hey Nerds, this week, we’re diving into From Blood and Ash by Jennifer L. Armentrout, and let’s just say—we’re OBSESSED! 🤩 Tune in as we break down the plot, gush over the characters, and share some of our favorite quotes. Of course, we can’t talk about this book without discussing the undeniable chemistry between Poppy and Hawke 🔥😉 Plus, we explore some of the juiciest moments...

Send us Fan Mail BIG Episode Alert! ✨📚 This week, we are beyond excited to be joined by the incredible Jennifer L. Armentrout, bestselling author of the From Blood and Ash series! 🔥📖 We dive into From Blood and Ash, chat about her writing process, her inspirations, and get the inside scoop on her amazing convention, ApollyCon! 🎉 And, of course, we couldn’t let her leave without playing a fun...

Send us Fan Mail Hey Nerds, in this week’s episode, we’re diving deep into the world of dystopian books! From the elements that define the genre to what we love (and don’t love) about these stories, we’re breaking it all down. 😍💥 Join us as we share our favorite dystopian reads—both standalone books and epic series. Whether you're a longtime fan or just getting into the genre, this episode...

Send us Fan Mail In this week’s episode, we’re catching up and sharing our latest obsessions in books, TV, and movies. Get ready for some great recommendations! 📖✨ Plus, we’re excited to announce our Book of the Month: From Blood and Ash by Jennifer Armentrout! 🩸⚔️ Tune in for all the details, and let us know what you’re currently loving! ❤️ Support the show ***Produced by Jen Hardin***

Send us Fan Mail 🖤 In this episode, we had the absolute pleasure of chatting with the amazing Jamison Shea, all the way from Finland! 🌍✨ Join us as we dive into their dark and mesmerizing world of I Fed Her to the Beast and the Beast is Me . 🩰🩸 We couldn’t help but fangirl the entire episode as Jamison shared insights into their debut novel, teased their upcoming second book, and revealed the...

Send us Fan Mail Hey Nerds! In this week's episode, we dive into the chilling world of I Fed Her to the Beast and the Beast is Me by Jamison Shea. Join us as we break down the story of Laure Mesny, a ballerina who makes a dark pact to rise in the ruthless world of Parisian ballet. 🩰✨ We start with a detailed summary of the book and then tackle some thought-provoking discussion questions. Fr...

Send us Fan Mail Hey Nerds! This week, we're diving into some of the most intriguing themes from Jamison Shea's I Fed Her to the Beast and the Beast is Me 🖤📚. We’re chatting about monstrous femininity and how it plays out in the story, drawing comparisons with classic tropes like the femme fatale and the witch. 🖤💄✨ Plus, we talk about some of our favorite female power characters, in...

Send us Fan Mail Hey Nerds! This week, we’re diving into Julie Soto’s latest book, Not Another Love Song . 🎶💖 It’s an incredibly written rivals-to-lovers story that has us hooked! Join us as we discuss all things about the book, from the sizzling tension between the characters to the heartwarming moments that made us fall in love with the story. This book gives major Reylo vibes, and we absolute...

Send us Fan Mail Hey Nerds! This week, we’ve got a special treat for you! Our good friends Miguel and Lindsay are joining us for an exciting episode. We’re continuing our special series where Miguel watches the Harry Potter movies for the first time. 🎬✨ In this episode, Miguel dives into Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix , and we get his fresh take on the magical world. His girlfriend, L...

Send us Fan Mail Big news, Nerds! We’re thrilled to welcome back the talented author Julie Soto to Fiction Fanatics! Julie, known for her compelling contemporary romances, is here to discuss her latest novel, Not Another Love Song . Julie Soto made a splash with her debut novel, Forget Me Not , and her follow-up, Not Another Love Song , continues to showcase her skill in crafting heartfelt stories...

Send us Fan Mail Hey Nerds! Join us for an exciting new episode of Fiction Fanatics where your favorite hosts Stacy, Chanel, and Ashley dive deep into the world of romance in books and movies. This week, we're discussing why the romance genre is making a huge comeback and what we love (and don't love) about it. From swoon-worthy moments to cringe-worthy clichés, we cover it all with our...

Send us Fan Mail Welcome back, Nerds! In this week's episode of Fiction Fanatics, hosts Ashley, Chanel, and Stacy are joined by a very special guest, Josh Brown, who is back for his second episode with us. Josh has recently delved into the magical world of Harry Potter, having read the first four books, and he's here to share his thoughts, favorite moments, and character insights. Join u...

Send us Fan Mail Hey Nerds! Welcome back to another thrilling episode of Fiction Fanatics! This week, hosts Stacy, Chanel, and Ashley continue their deep dive into Brynne Weaver's Butcher and Blackbird with part two of our discussion. This dark romantic comedy about serial killers has us hooked with its unique blend of macabre humor and unexpected romance. Join us as we explore the complexiti...

Send us Fan Mail Join Chanel, Ashley, and Stacy on this week's episode of Fiction Fanatics as they dive into the darkly comedic world of "Butcher and Blackbird" by Brynne Weaver. In this first installment, they unravel the twisted tale of two serial killers in a genre-bending romantic comedy. Brace yourselves, Nerds, because this book discussion comes with a hefty dose of laughter a...