Kiwi and the Bird: Book Nerds in Session

Want to talk about the power of angst? Let's talk about the power of angst. Join Kiwi and the Bird as they go into spoilers and details about Stephanie Garber's hopeful and heartbreaking, YA fantasy (SPOILER ALERT). Be prepared for detailed discussions about the unexpected spiciness of forbidden kisses, how Danny Phantom helped us understand this book, and what we'd do if we had to make a deal wit...

In the need of some angst? Listen to Kiwi and the Bird's fifteen minute NON-SPOILER rundown of "Once Upon a Broken Heart" 's premise, characters, setting, and writing style to decide if this book is the one for you. Curious about what Keimi and Taylor think, too? Keep on listening until the end of the episode to hear what unique rating Kiwi and the Bird give "Once Upon a Broken Heart" by Stephanie...

NEW EPISODE FORMAT ALERT! Want a quick, non-spoiler book recommendation that you can listen to while driving to work or doing your chores? Then this is the episode for you! In just 300 seconds, Kiwi and the Bird chat about “Once Upon a Broken Heart” ‘s plot, characters, setting, and more! Do Keimi and Taylor manage to fit in their ratings for Stephanie Garber’s YA fantasy as well? Listen until the...

Five minutes . . . Three hundred seconds . . . That's how long Keimi and Taylor have to discuss and debate which item they'd choose in any given scenario: a sword, a shield, or a potion. Will they have enough time to talk about "Shrek 2"? Perhaps. There's only one way to find out. And remember, like a library, at Kiwi and the Bird, shh happens.

Interested in the intricacies of the childhood friends to lovers trope? Join Kiwi and the Bird as they go into spoilers and details about Mindee Arnett's enchanting and noble, YA fantasy (SPOILER ALERT). Be prepared for detailed discussions about the power of horse girls, why we need a moon belt, and whether we could forgive a friend who, err, essentially exiled us. And remember, like a library, a...

Craving some childhood friends to lovers romance? Listen to Kiwi and the Bird's fifteen minute NON-SPOILER rundown of "Onyx and Ivory" 's premise, characters, setting, and writing style to decide if this book is the one for you. Curious about what Keimi and Taylor think, too? Keep on listening until the end of the episode to hear what unique rating Kiwi and the Bird give "Onyx & Ivory" by Mind...

Five minutes . . . Three hundred seconds . . . That's how long Keimi and Taylor have to take a Buzzfeed Quiz to determine what role they'd play in a teen movie. Will they have enough time to figure out who is Troy and who is Gabriella? Perhaps. There's only one way to find out. And remember, like a library, at Kiwi and the Bird, shh happens. Quiz Link: https://www.buzzfeed.com/pjo180893/what-clich...

To celebrate posting their fiftieth episode, Kiwi and the Bird chat about the twelve books they've read over the course of the summer. They discuss their top three favorite reads, who'd they would wed, bed, and behead, and announce who won their 'get to know us' question challenge! They also thank their wonderful, bookish audience for their love, support, and listens. Without their fellow bookworm...

Is your TBR wanting a new fairytale-like hate/love couple? Join Kiwi and the Bird as they go into spoilers and details about Gina Chen's crafty and floral, fantasy romance (SPOILER ALERT). Be prepared for detailed discussions about the differences in love versus hate versus lust, what we'd tell people if we could see the future, and why secret kisses in secret places are hot.  And remember, l...

Are you in the mood for a new type of fairytale? Listen to Kiwi and the Bird's fifteen minute NON-SPOILER rundown of "Violet Made of Thorns" 's premise, characters, setting, and writing style to decide if this book is the one for you. Curious about what Keimi and Taylor think, too? Keep on listening until the end of the episode to hear what unique rating Kiwi and the Bird give "Violet Made of Thor...

In need of one last summer hurrah? Join Kiwi and the Bird as they go into spoilers and details about Tessa Bailey's sensual and seaworthy, contemporary romance (SPOILER ALERT). Be prepared for detailed discussions about why beanies are a no-go for fishing captains, why hospitals should be free from naughty activities, and why Keimi would conspire to be the town gossip. And remember, like a library...

Have you been in some reading-rough waters and are looking for a new book? Listen to Kiwi and the Bird's fifteen minute NON-SPOILER rundown of "It Happened One Summer" 's premise, characters, setting, and writing style to decide if this book is the one for you. Curious about what Keimi and Taylor think, too? Keep on listening until the end of the episode to hear what unique rating Kiwi and the Bir...

Five minutes . . . Three hundred seconds . . . That's usually how long Keimi and Taylor have to discuss and debate the topics in their five minute round offs. But today, they're taking the opportunity to name some fun facts about their podcast to celebrate their two year anniversary. Will they have enough time to detail out why they're named "Kiwi and the Bird"? Perhaps. There's only one way to fi...

Want to talk about something similar to "The Hunchback of Notre-Dame"? Join Kiwi and the Bird as they go into spoilers and details about Erin Beaty's luminous and gritty, fantasy murder mystery (SPOILER ALERT). Be prepared for detailed discussions about how we'd cover for a friend under suspicion, what makes a good detective duo, and why baiting out a murderer always works.  And remember, lik...

Interested in a fantasy-murder mystery? Listen to Kiwi and the Bird's fifteen minute NON-SPOILER rundown of "Blood and Moonlight" 's premise, characters, setting, and writing style to decide if this book is the one for you. Curious about what Keimi and Taylor think, too? Keep on listening until the end of the episode to hear what unique rating Kiwi and the Bird give "Blood and Moonlight" by Erin B...

What's love without pain and a little Spain? Join Kiwi and the Bird as they go into spoilers and details about Elena Armas's summery and spicy contemporary romance (SPOILER ALERT). Be prepared for detailed discussions about professor exes, what endearments we'd give to someone we were fake dating, and why public transportation is unexpectedly romantic.  And remember, like a library, at Kiwi a...

Want some summer lovin'? Listen to Kiwi and the Bird's fifteen minute NON-SPOILER rundown of "The Spanish Love Deception" 's premise, characters, setting, and writing style to decide if this book is the one for you. Curious about what Keimi and Taylor think, too? Keep on listening until the end of the episode to hear what unique rating Kiwi and the Bird give "The Spanish Love Deception" by Elena A...

Five minutes . . . Three hundred seconds . . . That's how long Keimi and Taylor have to discuss and debate the best and worst songs from the musical: "Grease". Will they have enough time to talk about "Beauty School Drop Out" and "You're The One That I Want"? Perhaps. There's only one way to find out.  And remember, like a library, at Kiwi and the Bird, shh happens.

Five minutes . . . Three hundred seconds . . . That's how long Keimi and Taylor have to reminiscence over their awkward book/reading  moments. Will they have enough time to talk about chapters 50-55 in "A Court of Mist and Fury"? Perhaps. There's only one way to find out.  And remember, like a library, at Kiwi and the Bird, shh happens.

Five minutes . . . Three hundred seconds . . . That's how long Keimi and Taylor have to take a July 4th Buzzfeed Quiz to determine what firework they are. Will they have enough time to factor in whether they like strawberry shortcake or pie more? Perhaps. There's only one way to find out. And remember, like a library, at Kiwi and the Bird, shh happens. Quiz Link: https://www.buzzfeed.com/alivelez/...

Deceived by the plot twist in "Kiss of Deception"? Join Kiwi and the Bird as they go into spoilers and details about Mary E. Pearson's clever and defiant, young adult fantasy (SPOILER ALERT). Be prepared for detailed discussions about love triangle tangents, who we thought was the prince and the assassin, and why we'd never ask "Who's there?" while standing in the forest. And remember, like a libr...

Craving a royal romance? Listen to Kiwi and the Bird's fifteen minute NON-SPOILER rundown of "The Kiss of Deception" 's premise, characters, setting, and writing style to decide if this book is the one for you. Curious about what Keimi and Taylor think, too? Keep on listening until the end of the episode to hear what unique rating Kiwi and the Bird give "The Kiss of Deception" by Mary E. Pearson.&...

Five minutes . . . Three hundred seconds . . . That's how long Keimi and Taylor have to discuss and debate which fantasy creature is better: mermaids or faeries. Will they have enough time to talk about tails and "The Little Mermaid"? Perhaps. There's only one way to find out.  And remember, like a library, at Kiwi and the Bird, shh happens.

Five minutes . . . Three hundred seconds . . . That's how long Keimi and Taylor have to discuss and debate which fairytales are the best. Will they have enough time to talk about Red Riding Hood and Rapunzel? Perhaps. There's only one way to find out. And remember, like a library, at Kiwi and the Bird, shh happens.

Crushing on Adam Carlsen? Join Kiwi and the Bird as they go into spoilers and details about Ali Hazelwood's steamy and chemistry-filled romance (SPOILER ALERT). Be prepared for detailed discussions about why science is sexy, what we'd do if we were in a fake-dating relationship, and how we'd handle girl code.  And remember, like a library, at Kiwi and the Bird, shh happens. *This episode is i...