Not That Kind of Book Club

This week on the podcast, we sat down with Meg Riley — nurse by day, romance author by night — to chat about her writing journey, her Heartwood Series, and everything that inspires her stories. In this episode, we cover: ✨ How Meg balances nursing with writing romance 📚 The inspiration behind her small-town rom coms 🔥 Why she leans into sweet and spicy in her storytelling 🐾 The role of home, l...

Truth & Reconciliation Week In this week’s conversation, we honour Truth and Reconciliation Week by sitting down with John Langan, author of Iskocēs Tipiskak: A Spark in the Dark. Together, we explore: 🌿 His journey from hardship to healing 🔥 How culture and ceremony build resilience 📚 Why storytelling is vital for reclaiming identity 👣 What it takes to create stronger, more compassionate...

We sat down with the team behind Romance, Eh! to chat about everything you need to know before the big event. In this episode, we cover: ✨ How the idea for Romance, Eh! came to life 📅 What you can expect on October 25, 2025 📚 The incredible lineup of authors + vendors 🎁 Giveaways, tickets, and insider tips for attendees If you love books, romance, and connecting with fellow readers — this one’...

Are you Alive? Are you Well? Are you Seeing Red? Maybe you’re At Whit’s End? Well, saddle up—because we hope you’ll have a Change of Hart with this one This week, we’re riding out to Wells Ranch with none other than Bailey Hannah, the brilliant mind behind these four unforgettable stories. We had an absolute blast chatting with her about books, boys, writing life, and of course—all things Bailey....

This weeks episode, we talked about what makes Not Your Average Book Club so special — the story behind how it started, how it’s grown, and why this community matters so much.  From in-person clubs and cozy virtual chats to our favourite yearly tradition, The 12 Days of Bookmas, this episode is all about celebrating connection and bookish joy.  In this episode, we share:
 The roots of NYABC and th...

New Episode Out Now! This week on the podcast, we're diving into Salt and Shadow: Legend of a Cursed Bloodline, the dark and emotionally rich debut novel from Kate Beaumont In our conversation, we chat with Kate about: 💫Weaving real-life struggles into a fantasy world 💬Approaching hard topics from new perspectives ✨Making the uncomfortable feel meaningful (and even a little magical) Self-care a...

Join Les and Rhi for a bookish podcast where #wereaditsoyoudonthaveto. This isn’t your average book deep dive nor typical book club. We talk about everything from the ridiculous to the relatable, the dramatic to the delightfully unhinged corners of the book world. Whether it’s behind-the-scenes of our book clubs, meet-and-greets with bookish humans, or the absurd moments that make us laugh out lou...

🎙️ Episode 12: Intense Feelings & Soap Opera Realness with Nomi Palmer This week, we’re diving deep into the world of steamy paranormal drama with indie author Nomi Palmer—a self-proclaimed soap opera lover and the brilliant mind behind The Passions Series. Think Passions the TV show, but bookish, witchy, and even more addictive. Nomi joins us to chat about her latest release, Intense Feelings...

In this episode of Not That Kind of Book Club, we sit down with the one and only Luna Day—a Western Canadian indie author who brings the spice, the smut, and the swoon. Luna joins us to chat all about her bold and sizzling new novella trio: Tie Me Down, Turn Me On, and Wear Me Out. We dive into how these interconnected stories came to life, what inspired their cheeky yet tender tone, and what it’s...

🎙️ Bold, Booked, and Beautiful — Stories That Stick with You AND The Early Bird Bash This week, we sit down with Tennille Corbett to talk about her powerful journey with cancer and the moving memoir she co-wrote with her daughter, Lydia. Together, they’ve created Unremarkable — a story of resilience, honesty, and the unbreakable bond between mother and daughter. We also dive into the upcoming Earl...

🎙️ Episode 9: Spellbound with Kate Gateley 🎙️Join us as we dive into fantasy worldbuilding with author Kate Gateley! From creative process to character arcs, we explore how she brings magic to the page—and what it really means to be a planner vs. a pantser. Expect nerdy tangents, writing inspo, and a whole lot of love for the genre. ✨ Now streaming on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Amazon Music & m...

We’re back with author Nisha J. Tuli for the spicy side of her latest romcom. From workplace drama to slow-burn romance, we dive into Trishara’s empowering arc, the realities of sexism, and the tension-filled dynamic with Rafe. We talk about personal inspiration, favorite quotes, and what might be next—bonus chapters, redemption arcs, and yes, even a possible spin-off. Plus, we build the perfect p...

This week on Not That Kind of Book Club, we're keeping things wholesome (for now) as we sit down with bestselling author Nisha J. Tuli to talk all things reading, writing, and the magic of storytelling. We dive into Nisha's journey as a writer—what drew her to the craft, what inspires her world-building, and how she moves between fantasy, contemporary, and romantasy. From her early work to her bre...

Join Les and Rhi for a bookish podcast where #wereaditsoyoudonthaveto. This isn’t your average book deep dive nor typical book club. We talk about everything from the ridiculous to the relatable, the dramatic to the delightfully unhinged corners of the book world. Whether it’s behind-the-scenes of our book clubs, meet-and-greets with bookish humans, or the absurd moments that make us laugh out lou...

Join Les and Rhi for a bookish podcast where #wereaditsoyoudonthaveto. This isn’t your average book deep dive nor typical book club. We talk about everything from the ridiculous to the relatable, the dramatic to the delightfully unhinged corners of the book world. Whether it’s behind-the-scenes of our book clubs, meet-and-greets with bookish humans, or the absurd moments that make us laugh out lou...

Les and Rhi kick off Not That Kind of Book Club—a bookish podcast where #wereaditsoyoudonthaveto. This isn’t your average book deep dive nor typical book club. We talk about everything from the ridiculous to the relatable, the dramatic to the delightfully unhinged corners of the book world. Whether it’s behind-the-scenes of our book clubs, meet-and-greets with bookish humans, or the absurd moments...

This week we’re talking all things Just for the Summer by Abby Jimenez—and wow, did this one sneak up on us emotionally. What started as a light, flirty summer romance quickly turned into a deeper conversation about timing, grief, and whether “just for now” can ever really be enough. We’re breaking down the themes that hit hardest, the questions we couldn’t stop asking, and the moments that had us...

Stef launched Leather and Lace Books back in June 2023, and it’s become a total go-to for romance readers across Canada. It’s online-only and it’s curated exclusively for romance fans. We asked Stef all about the business, the vision, and—most importantly—how she resists reading every book that shows up at her house. Les and Rhi kick off Not That Kind of Book Club—a bookish podcast where #wereadit...

Les and Rhi kick off Not That Kind of Book Club—a bookish podcast where #wereaditsoyoudonthaveto. This isn’t your average book deep dive nor typical book club. We talk about everything from the ridiculous to the relatable, the dramatic to the delightfully unhinged corners of the book world. Whether it’s behind-the-scenes of our book clubs, meet-and-greets with bookish humans, or the absurd moments...