Naughty Narratives

Madi and Kyla need a break! With moving and illness in full swing not to mention the Holidays just around the corner, we are taking a small break from the Pod. Don't stress, we will be back with our amazing reads and even more interesting hot takes! Catch you all soon!

On this weeks episode Madi and Kyla dive into Kyla's' own book Wings of Ash and Shadow! Madi loved this book rating it 5 stars! She even mentions Ren being one of her new favorite book boyfriends. Kyla is able to provide insight on her writing process and the inner working of some of the characters and the world building. Join us for laughs, love, and insights into this fun Romanstasy nove...

Ever wondered how your favorite female main characters would fare on a dating app? In this episode, we’re writing dating profiles for the FMCs from the books we’ve read — complete with bios, red flags, and what they’d list as their “ideal first date.” Expect chaos, spice, and a whole lot of fictional flirting as we bring these bookish babes into the modern dating world.

In this episode, we dive into Enchantra by Kaylie Smith — a spellbinding mix of dark magic, rebellion, and the blurred lines between right and wrong. We unpack the world of witches, crows, and curses, talk about our favorite characters (and which ones drove us crazy ), and debate whether power always comes with a price. Grab your potion and join us for a chaotic, magical ride through this haunting...

In this episode of Naughty Narratives, we’re putting our favorite female main characters under the spotlight. Do they give off “pick me” vibes, or are they the definition of powerful baddies? From subtle side-eyes to full-blown boss energy, we debate where each FMC lands—and things definitely get a little spicy. Tune in for hot takes, laughs, and maybe a few unpopular opinions.

Step into the haunting world of Kaylie Smith’s Phantasma with us as we dive deep into its devils, demons, and deliciously eerie ghosts. We’re unpacking all the gothic atmosphere, the tangled relationships, and the chilling moments that had us double-checking the shadows in our rooms. Was it spooky enough? Did the characters pull us in or push us away? And of course — we’ll let you know if this hau...

What happens when you throw your favorite fictional men onto a dating app? Pure chaos. In this episode, we put our matchmaking skills to the test and write fake dating profiles for some of our most beloved (and unhinged) book boyfriends. From broody warriors to morally gray monsters to the guys who absolutely should not be trusted with a bio prompt—Madi and I swipe right on the fun, the flirty, an...

Our very first DNF! Le Gasp! Even though we couldn't bear through it we still rated it 3 out of 5 stars though, so it wasn't horrible. Find out why!

Gatekeeping books, overly aesthetic, buying before you have read the ones you own, and SPOILERS! This week, we talk about all these and more about all things books. Let us know what you consider a bookish toxic trait!

This week, we’re diving into Run on Red by Noelle Ihli — a small-town thriller that had us glued to the page and double-checking our locks. From the tense, heart-pounding chase scenes to the creeping sense of dread that builds with every chapter, we break down what made this indie horror-thriller such an addictive read. We talk survival instincts, female friendships under fire, and how Ihli master...

Who really deserves the crown of ultimate book boyfriend ? 👑 This week we’re breaking down the anatomy of a perfect fictional man—from broody, knife-loving Xaden Riorsen to hilarious golden retriever energy like Ridoc, and even dark, dangerous men like Carro from Death Follows . We’re talking green flags, red flags, and why our standards are completely ruined (and we don’t regret it).

In this very special Indie Author edition of Naughty Narratives, Madi and Kyla talk all about Death Follows by Hannah Rachel. It left teem both craving the second book. The twit at the end left Madi sobbing and if Kyla was awake she too would have cried. Listen to all their loves about this lovely indie author edition!

This week on Naughty Narratives, we’re putting the literary offenders on trial. From dog-earing pages to reading with greasy fingers, we’ll debate the most cringeworthy habits, share horror stories, guilty confessions, and listener submissions of the worst book crimes ever committed. Grab your bookmarks—this is one episode you won’t want to bend the corners on!

Madi and I may not have been rolling on the floor like we were with Lights Out , but Caught Up still delivered. This one trades some of the laugh‑out‑loud moments for deeper vibes, a solid message, and yes—plenty of humor to keep things fun. We break down Junior’s obsession, Lauren’s glow‑up, and why this dark romance still had us hooked from start to finish.

Calling all romance readers, swoon addicts, and fictional crush collectors! In this episode, we’re diving headfirst into the world of book boyfriends —those fictional men who ruin us for real life in the best possible way. From broody warriors and golden retriever flirts to morally grey masterminds and cinnamon roll sweethearts, we’re breaking down our favorite tropes, top-tier men, and the ones w...

In this episode, we’re flipping the switch on Lights Out by Navessa Allen—and spoiler alert: we are obsessed . Come for the smolder and secrets, stay for the laugh-out-loud banter and one of the most unexpectedly hilarious romances we’ve read in a while. Josh, our masked menace with a filthy mouth and a golden retriever core, has officially stolen Madi’s heart (and possibly rearranged her TBR). Al...

In this episode, we spiral. Hard. We’re talking about the books that emotionally wrecked us, the ones that dragged us back into our reading era, and the deeply unhinged choices we’ve made ever since. Kyla takes center stage (and public shame) as she confesses her controversial opinions—including DNFing A Court of Silver Flames not once but twice (yes, really) and giving two separate middle fingers...

An Interview with Ginny Myers Sain + Deep Dive into When the Bones Sing We got to interview Ginny. Freaking. Myers. Sain. 😱 That’s right, your favorite spooky story queen joined us to talk about her writing process, the vibes behind her books, and how she makes every page feel like a Southern Gothic fever dream. We fangirled hard , but can you blame us? After our heart rates returned to normal, w...

BookTok dragged us back into reading—and honestly? We’re not mad about it. In this episode, we talk about the viral books that actually lived up to the hype (and the ones that made us question reality, our sanity, and our Goodreads accounts). We laugh, we cry (internally), and we express our deep, slightly unhinged gratitude to the TikTok algorithm for reigniting our reading obsessions. Warning: m...

Solving Crimes & Catching Feelings – Aftermath by MK Ahearn This week, we’re diving into Aftermath by MK Ahearn — a YA thriller featuring a socially awkward, crime-solving cutie who gave us major Spencer Reid energy. He’s tasked with cracking open a cold case and ends up falling for the only surviving victim (cue the emotional tension). No spice here — it is YA — but the mystery, character dyn...

It started as a TBR chat… and ended in pure chaos. In this short & sweet episode, we tried to talk about the books we’re excited to read next—but let’s be real, we mostly got distracted and just acted like the unhinged book besties we are. 🤷‍♀️📚💬 Come for the recs, stay for the giggles, and leave with 10 more books you’ll pretend you have time to read.

We read The Ritual by Shantel Tessier and... we have thoughts. Was it dark? Yes. Was it spicy? Constantly. Was there a plot? Allegedly. 😅 We both gave it 3 stars because—real talk—it was 85% kink, 10% chaos, and 5% actual story. BUT somehow… Madi still crowned Ryat as her new favorite book boyfriend. Yes, right up there with Xaden Riorsen. We’re calling the authorities. 🚨❤️ Join us as we roast,...

In this episode, we dive headfirst into the dramatic, spicy, and occasionally rage-inducing world of book tropes. We're talking Enemies to Lovers (the ultimate sexual tension olympics), Slow Burn (aka "please just kiss already"), and the universally despised Miscommunication Trope —because nothing says romance like avoiding one (1) normal conversation. Expect unhinged opinions, aggressive love for...

Slow Start, Sharp Teeth, and Kingfisher Chaos 🐍📖 In this episode, we dive into the delicious darkness of Quicksilver by Callie Hart—a book that may take its time warming up, but once it hits… oh, it hits . We’re talking razor-sharp tension, masterful detail, and one very dangerous man named Kingfisher who stole the spotlight (and maybe a little piece of our sanity). We’ve got thoughts on the che...

Slow Burn, Shocking Twist – The Silent Patient We’ve got thoughts—and a few rants—about The Silent Patient by Alex Michaelides. Yes, the beginning had us questioning our life choices (and yawning just a little ), but we stuck it out and were rewarded with one of the best plot twists we’ve read in a while. Join us as we dive into therapist red flags, silent rage, and the moment we collectively gasp...