Narratives & Nightcaps

Today we're celebrating the romance genre, laughter, uniqueness, and the magic found in books with bestselling author Kirsty Greenwood. She made us forever fans back in 2024 with THE LOVE OF MY AFTERLIFE, and now she's back on the show to chat about her newest release, ROMANTIC HERO. Kirsty's song choice is "Between the Lines" by Sara Bareilles! Connect with Kirsty at https:/...

Summer thrillers, romances, and historical fiction! Stories worth sipping to as we grow your TBR.Don't worry it's spoiler-free, but here's what we're chatting about this episode:- The Break In by Katherine Faulkner- Wrong Place Wrong Time by Gillian McAllister- Dolly All The Time by Annabel Monaghan- Mansion Beach by Meg Mitchell Moore- The Blackthorn Women by Jess Lourey- Every Li...

She's a New York Times and international bestselling author of young adult fiction, including Reese's Book Club pick "A Cuban Girl's Guide to Tea and Tomorrow." Laura Taylor Namey joins the show to talk about her latest release, IF WE NEVER END.  Connect with Laura at https://www.laurataylornamey.com/.  Listen to Laura on The Darling Killers Podcast here . Follow the podcast...

LIVE from  ⁠⁠⁠LoveLitCon⁠⁠⁠  2026! USA Today Bestselling author, writer of curvy girls, and romcom queen Amy Award joins Brie to chat about accidentally writing slow burns, how teaching English in Vietnam (and other countries) led to her romance writing career, representation in the genre, and more. Plus, lots of laughs! Connect with Amy at https://authoramyaward.com/ . Then -- For swoonworthy hap...

Turning the last page on our book club chats for this series. It's our final, chaotic conversation about RICH PEOPLE PROBLEMS by Kevin Kwan, book three in the "Crazy Rich Asians" trilogy. Reminder: This is a spoiler-friendly, deep-dive book club chat. Plus, our nightcap pairing evolves with the signature spirit for this series. Connect with the show at narrativesandnightcaps.com for...

She’s a writer who lives to tell stories and make people laugh. This June, she’s inviting readers to an unforgettable Italian summer filled with history, second chances, and a search for family (hello "Mamma Mia" inspo!). Author Kaitlyn Hill talks about her newest YA romance, ANCIENT HISTORY BETWEEN US. Connect with Kaitlyn at https://thekaitlynhill.com/ . Follow the podcast on ⁠social m...

Summer book recs! Stories worth sipping to as we grow your TBR.Don't worry it's spoiler-free, but here's what we're chatting about this episode:- The Intruder by Freida McFadden- You by Caroline Kepnes- Start at the End by Emma Grey- Into the Blue by Emma Brodie- Villa Coco by Andrew Sean Greer- The River Muse by Laura Resau- Meet Me at Midnight by Brianna Bourne (6/30)- Let's...

Five strangers, five stories, and five minutes until one of them is unalived. Who will it be, and who will survive? Author Ilona Bannister joins us today to talk about her latest captivating and suspenseful narrative - FIVE. Connect with Ilona at https://www.ilonabannisterwrites.com/ . Follow the podcast on ⁠social media⁠ and sign up for our newsletter at ⁠narrativesandnightcaps.com⁠. Cheers!

She's bringing the heat and heart in her debut sports romance. Author Tara Sexton joins us on the podcast to chat about THE GREATEST GAME. Connect with Tara at https://www.tarasexton.com/. Follow the podcast on ⁠social media⁠ and sign up for our newsletter at ⁠narrativesandnightcaps.com⁠. Cheers!

Author and librarian Susie Nadler blends coming of age, tragedy, friendship, grief, and adventure in her debut novel LIES WE TELL ABOUT THE STARS. Connect with Susie at https://www.susienadler.com/ . Follow the podcast on ⁠social media⁠ and sign up for our newsletter at ⁠narrativesandnightcaps.com⁠. Cheers!

It's opulent and crazily-rich. We're continuing our reading journey through the "Crazy Rich Asians" trilogy with CHINA RICH GIRLFRIEND (book two) by Kevin Kwan. Reminder: This is a spoiler-friendly, deep-dive book club chat. Plus, our nightcap pairing evolves with the signature spirit for this series. Connect with the show at narrativesandnightcaps.com for exclusive content, reci...

Debut author Ashley Peters joins us to explore her cozy, lyrical dystopian tale IN STASIS, a of grit, survival, and the unyielding human spirit. Connect with Ashley at https://www.ashleypetersauthor.com/ for her social media accounts, events, more on her debut speculative book! Follow the podcast on ⁠social media⁠ and sign up for our newsletter at ⁠narrativesandnightcaps.com⁠. Cheers!

LIVE from ⁠⁠⁠LoveLitCon⁠⁠⁠ 2026! Author Avery Flynn joins Brie to chat about HEAD WITCH IN CHARGE, her upcoming release, HEXY BEAST, raw potatoes (sorry, small spoiler for this conversation), and the writing advice she hated at first but stands by today. Avery is the bestselling romance author of more than 30 books, a croc despiser, and LOVER of oreos. Then -- Author Sienna Harlow joins Brie to ch...

Stories worth sipping to as we grow your TBR with some book recommendations. Don't worry it's spoiler-free, but here's what we're chatting about this episode: - The Last House on The Street by Diane Chamberlain - One by One by Frieda McFadden - The Night We Met by Abby Jimenez - You with the Sad Eyes by Christina Applegate - Beyond Her Shores by Lisi Lopez - The Moonlight Runner by...

Romance author Claire Kann has crafted love stories for all ages, and her latest contemporary romance, THE MARRIAGE NARRATIVE, is infused with the drama of reality TV and whether a marriage arrangement can survive the script and maybe become something more. Connect with Claire at https://clairekann.com/, plus her blog , and Instagram . Follow the podcast on ⁠social media⁠ and sign up for our newsl...

Cozy fantasy author Sarah Beth Durst invites readers to an enchanting, magical place in THE FARAWAY INN. Connect with Sarah at http://www.sarahbethdurst.com/ . Follow the podcast on ⁠social media⁠ and sign up for our newsletter at ⁠narrativesandnightcaps.com⁠. Cheers!

Spring reading calls for something a bit bright, light-hearted, and fun. We're talking about CRAZY RICH ASIANS by Kevin Kwan with a complete, spoiler-friendly, deep-dive book club chat. Plus, our nightcap pairing sets the tone for what's to come -- a spirit that will evolve with the series. Connect with the show at narrativesandnightcaps.com for exclusive content, recipes, and more. Cheers...

Co-authors Lee Kelly and Jennifer Thorne are transporting readers to the 1980s late-night comedy scene in their newest book, THE MIDNIGHT SHOW. Connect with Lee at https://www.leekellyauthor.com/ Connect with Jennifer at https://www.jenniferthorne.com/ Follow the podcast on ⁠social media⁠ and sign up for our newsletter at ⁠narrativesandnightcaps.com⁠. Cheers!

Stories worth sipping to as we grow your TBR with some book recommendations. Don't worry it's spoiler-free, but here's what we're chatting about this episode: - Blue Sisters by Coco Mellors - Iron Gold by Pierce Brown - Theo of Golden by Allen Levi - Mean Moms by Emma Rosenblum - The Wild Beneath by Kelly Anderson (August 2026) - Anne Boleyn: 500 Years of Lies by Hayley Nolan - The Fake Matchmaker...

LIVE from ⁠⁠LoveLitCon⁠⁠ 2026! Her debut romance was an instant bestseller in 2025, author Joss Richard has been capturing the hearts of readers everywhere with IT'S DIFFERENT THIS TIME. Plus, we chat about her upcoming contemporary romance, LET'S KISS AND TELL. Then -- smart, sweet, and sassy romcoms are her thing. Brittany Larsen shares her 10 year writing career (but she's been writ...

Author Garrett Curbow's newest novel is a spellbinding tale about the power of words, where a girl must choose between the life written for her and the future she dares to imagine in WHISPERS OF INK AND STARLIGHT. Connect with Garett at https://garrettcurbow.com/ Follow the podcast on ⁠social media⁠ and sign up for our newsletter at ⁠ narrativesandnightcaps.com ⁠. Cheers!

Author Rebecca Lehmann invites readers to explore a new dimension of Anne Boleyn's life, challenging perceptions and shedding light on legacy in THE BEHEADING GAME . Connect with Rebecca at https://www.instagram.com/rebeccalehmannauthor/ . Follow the podcast on ⁠social media⁠ and sign up for our newsletter at ⁠ narrativesandnightcaps.com ⁠. Cheers!

Break the chains! We're talking about MORNING STAR (Red Rising Saga 3) by Pierce Brown with a complete, spoiler-friendly, deep-dive book club chat. If you're a fan of the series or reading along, this episode is for you. And our bourbon nightcap theme continues with a "Son of Ares" Boulevardier! Connect with the show at narrativesandnightcaps.com for exclusive content, newsletter...

Author Angela Montoya is bringing the big top to readers in her latest romantasy. In the pages, beneath the lights, and through the glitter of Carnival Fantástico you'll find mystical allure, illusions, and swoony second chances. Connect with Angela on her website and IG ! Follow the podcast on ⁠social media⁠ and sign up for our newsletter at ⁠ narrativesandnightcaps.com ⁠. Cheers!

Stories worth sipping to as we grow your TBR with some book recommendations. Don't worry it's spoiler-free, but here's what we're chatting about this episode: A Little Life by Hanya Yanigahara The Paper Palace by Miranda Cowley Heller Ask Not: The Kennedys and the Women They Destroyed by Maureen Callahan Conform by Ariel Sullivan The Shark House by Sara Ackerman The Entirely True S...