Kiwi and the Bird: Book Nerds in Session

Five minutes . . . Three hundred seconds . . . That's how long Keimi and Taylor have to discuss and debate today's topic: hot coco and eggnog. Will they have enough time to get through their pinnacle points about creaminess and holiday tradition? 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 today's topic: fast food restaurants. Will they have enough time to get through the importance of drive thru's and curly fries? Perhaps. There's only one way to find out.  And remember, like a library, at Kiwi and the Bird, shh happens.

To celebrate posting their twenty-fifth episode, Kiwi and the Bird chat about the YA books they've read over the course of the year. They discuss their favorite book characters, their favorite book covers, who'd they f***, marry, or kill, and more! They also thank their wonderful, bookish audience for their love, support, and listens. Without their fellow bookworms, none of this would be possible....

Still need some Halloween vibes in your life? Join Kiwi and the Bird as they go into spoilers and details about Kerri Maniscalco's dark and mystical, young adult fantasy (SPOILER ALERT). Be prepared for detailed discussions about demons, cannolis, and why we'd instantly sign for House of Wrath. If you make it to the end of the episode, get ready for a bunch o' bloopers. And remember, like a librar...

Desperate to get in the mood for Halloween? Listen to Kiwi and the Bird's fifteen minute NON-SPOILER rundown of "Kingdom of the Wicked" '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 "Kingdom of the Wicked" b...

Wondering what we think about sexy times in space? Join Kiwi and the Bird as they go into spoilers and details about Ruby Dixon's steamy and out-of-this-world, science fiction romance (SPOILER ALERT). Be prepared for detailed discussions about tails, Not-Hoths, and what makes for an intergalactic simp. If you make it to the end of the episode, get ready for a bunch o' bloopers. *This episode is in...

Want an out-of-this-world romance? Listen to Kiwi and the Bird's fifteen minute NON-SPOILER rundown of "Ice Planet Barbarians" '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 "Ice Planet Barbarians" by Ruby Di...

Are you in the mood to talk about a heist? Join Kiwi and the Bird as they go into spoilers and details about Leigh Bardugo's gripping and mischievous, YA high fantasy (SPOILER ALERT). Be prepared for detailed discussions about waffles, simps, and why we love emotionally unavailable, murderous bad boys. If you make it to the end of the episode, get ready for a bunch o' bloopers. And remember, like...

Is "Six of Crows" worth the hype? Listen to Kiwi and the Bird's fifteen minute NON-SPOILER rundown of "Six of Crows" '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 "Six of Crows" by Leigh Bardugo. And remembe...

Need to talk to some fellow Darklina fans? Join Kiwi and the Bird as they go into spoilers and details about Leigh Bardugo's vivid and engaging, YA high fantasy (SPOILER ALERT). Be prepared for detailed discussions about secret make-outs, the future of fashion with keftas, and how cartography can prove to be a powerful skill. If you make it to the end of the episode, get ready for a bunch o' bloop...

Need a bookish introduction to epic fantasy? Listen to Kiwi and the Bird's fifteen minute NON-SPOILER rundown of "Shadow and Bone" '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 "Shadow and Bone" by Leigh Bar...

Desperate for some book talk? Join Kiwi and the Bird as they go into spoilers and details about E. Lockhart's clever and heartbreaking, YA psychological thriller (SPOILER ALERT). Be prepared for detailed discussions about private island delights, purple rocks, and how the plot twist wholly and completely ruined us. If you make it to the end of the episode, get ready for a bunch o' bloopers. And re...

In the mood to cry? Listen to Kiwi and the Bird's fifteen minute NON-SPOILER rundown of "We Were Liars" '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 "We Were Liars" by E. Lockhart.  And remember, like...

Need someone to talk to about the intricacies of "The Night Circus?" Join Kiwi and the Bird as they go into spoilers and details about Erin Morgenstern's wondrous and dreamy, magical fantasy (SPOILER ALERT). Be prepared for detailed discussions about magical duels, ghost mentors, and how Marco's unexpected charms beguiled us all. If you make it to the end of the episode, get ready for a bunch o' b...

Want to read about a fantastical, dreamy Cirque du Soleil? Listen to Kiwi and the Bird's fifteen minute NON-SPOILER rundown of "The Night Circus" '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 Night Circ...

Need help dissecting the beguiling mystery that is "The Inheritance Games?" Join Kiwi and the Bird as they go into spoilers and details about Jennifer Lynn Barnes' latest book (SPOILER ALERT). Be prepared for a lot of gushing over Grayson and Jameson, thoughtful debates over lemon and blueberry scones, and whether or not Kiwi and the Bird think the dangers that go along with having $46.2 billion i...

Need a YA mystery to solve? Listen to Kiwi and the Bird's fifteen minute NON-SPOILER rundown of "The Inheritance Games" 's premise, characters, setting, and writing style to decide if this book is right 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 Inheritance Games" by Jennifer Lynn Ba...

Want someone you can talk to about "Serpent & Dove?" Join Kiwi and the Bird as they go into spoilers and details about Shelby Mahurin's fantastical world of witches (SPOILER ALERT). Be prepared for a lot of references to "The Hunchback of Notre Dame," a deep analysis of sticky buns, and countless witch-related puns. If you manage to survive until the end of the episode, get ready for a bunch o...

Craving a witchy read to add to your TBR pile? Listen to Kiwi and the Bird's fifteen minute NON-SPOILER rundown of "Serpent & Dove" 's premise, characters, setting, and writing style to decide if this book is right 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 "Serpent & Dove" by She...

Have you recently read "Eleanor & Park" and need to someone to talk to about it? Join Kiwi and the Bird as they go into spoilers and details about Rainbow Rowell's award-winning masterpiece (SPOILER ALERT). Be prepared for a lot of squeaks and squeals over hand holding, detailed discussions about the importance of double A batteries, and why pansy necklaces are the best romantic gifts. If you...

Have you been searching for an enjoyable, heartfelt YA contemporary to read? Give "Eleanor & Park" by Rainbow Rowell a try. Not convinced? Listen to Kiwi and the Bird's fifteen minute NON-SPOILER rundown of "Eleanor & Park" 's premise, characters, setting, and writing style to decide if this book is right for you. Curious about what Keimi and Taylor think, too? Keep on listening until the...

Ready to sink your teeth back into the infamous "Twilight" saga by Stephenie Meyer? Join Taylor and Keimi as they go into spoilers and details about every book in the "Twilight" series (SPOILER ALERT). Be prepared for a lot of in-depth discussions about varying vampiric topics, an insane amount of giggling over Edward's khakis, and a whole bunch of bloopers (at the end of the episode).  And r...

As Midnight Sun came out on August 4th, Taylor "the Bird" Michelle and Keimi "Kiwi" Okamura decide to sink their teeth back into 'Twilight.' Wondering if it "sucks?" Listen to Kiwi and the Bird's ten minute NON-SPOILER rundown of 'Twilight's' premise, characters, setting, and writing style to decide if this book is right for you. Curious about what we think, too? Keep on listening until the end of...

Have you read 'The Wrath & the Dawn' by Renée Ahdieh and are dying to talk to someone about it? Look no further! Join hosts Taylor and Keimi in their in-depth discussion about the spellbinding, Arabian Nights-inspired tale (SPOILER ALERT). Be prepared for some gushing over Khalid, some inspiring notes about Shahrzad, and some over-the-top jokes and giggling. And, if you make it to the end of t...

Are you a lover of enemies-lovers romances, lyrical writing, and magical settings not typically seen in YA Fiction? -- Give The Wrath & the Dawn by Renée Ahdieh a try! Don't believe us? Listen to Kiwi and the Bird's ten minute NON-SPOILER rundown of TW&TD's premise, characters, setting, and writing style to decide if this book is right for you. Curious about what we think, too? Keep on lis...