Speaking LITerally

Holly and Liz celebrate their two year anniversary of the podcast with a little look back on some of the fun times they've had while discussing everything from the Shutdown/Quarantine of the pandemic to starting their bookstagram accounts. But, there is also much to be covered from A Court of Silver Flames by Sarah J Maas to Pineapple Street by Jenny Jackson, to all sorts of references to othe...

Welcome to the Wizarding World of Harry Potter! Liz and Holly take a deep dive into the ins and outs of this high impacting series, what the impacts it has had on readers and literature and why, plus they share their own personal thoughts, as always. This episode goes off the rails a little bit with some unexpected shenanigans through Liz insulting Holly and Holly's attempts to discuss a book...

Join us in welcoming author Jessika Grewe Glover back to the show! She first appeared just before the release of her first novel, Another Beasts Skin, back in 2021 and now we are helping to kick off the release of her latest book, Stars Like Gasoline, which is available on April 25. This episode al incudes conversations around the Royal Shakespeare Company's adaption of Hamnet, The HBO Max&#39...

The Book Club is back and tackles Stephen King's 11-22-63 in this month's episode of Speaking LITerally. Not only are JFK conspiracy theories discussed but also how this particular book is part fantasy, part love story, and even part horror. The group has some strong opinions and thoughts on all aspects of this daunting novel. Holly and Liz also take some time to discuss Roald Dahl and the...

Love is in the air this month! Join Liz and Holly as they discuss the soring popularity of the romance genre. They share their thoughts and ideas about tropes and even chat a little about Fifty Shades of Grey. Books discussed include Lessons in Chemistry, Thursday Murder Club, A Fault in Our Stars and The Love Hypothesis. This month the book duo is joined by Words & Kisses Bookshop owner, Amy....

Happy New Year! Liz and Holly are excited to be back after their holiday break to kick off a new year of reading and all sorts of bookish fun. Get comfy as this is the longest episode in the show's history, but it is one of the most fun. The Queens of Tangents show their talents by talking about ancestry, teenage angst, Prince Harry and other nonsense all while still sharing their bookish opin...

The Speaking LITerally Book Club is back in action discussing Sarah Hogle's Just Like Magic in this month's episode. Enjoy ringing in the holidays with Holly and Liz's thoughts, recommendations and discussions surrounding seasonal reads that are sure to get you in the holiday spirit. They also provide a NaNoWriMo wrap up and what to watch on the Goodreads Book of the Year list. The boo...

Liz and Holly welcome Jason Rekulak, author of the bestselling novel Hidden Pictures, to the show. He shares insight into his writing process and how he developed the ideas and characters behind the popular thriller. The show wouldn't be complete without some insight into other hot literary topics like NaNoWriMo and The Booker Prize as well as a discussion of one of duo's favorite reads of...

Speaking LITerally Book Club is back! This month, Jenn and Steph rejoin Holly and Liz for a very series discussion of Sarah Gailey's Just Like Home. All four have very different opinions on this book, but beware--there are plenty of spoilers. Liz and Holly also spend some time chatting about the Nobel Prize for Literature and the upcoming NaNoWriMo! You will not walk away from this one without...

Join us this for a fun episode discussing Retellings! What is your favorite? Peter Pan retellings seem to be popular right now. What about Alice in Wonderland or Beauty and the Beast? As always, there are plenty of shenanigans to be had as we discuss everything from the Booker Prize Short list, the longest single volume book EVER, and our raving opinions of Tomorrow and Tomorrow and Tomorrow by Ga...

Welcome the first ever Speaking LITerally Book Club! This month Holly and Liz enjoy sharing some information about the Booker Prize nominee long list and the upcoming America's Next Great Writer reality TV show. Also, The Way of the Dragon by CT Ortega becomes the focus on what we have recently read!! But, it all leads to the book club discussion of Our Crooked Hearts by Melissa Albert. This t...

Nothing says summer better than a fun rom-com. Join us for a fun-filled author interview with Gillian Libby. Her debut book, Four Ways to Wear a Dress, hit stores last month. We talk everything form surfing and little black dresses to being dance moms and social media. Gillian is an amazing person and her fun personality definitely comes through in her writing! What else is in store on this month&...

It's the 1 Year Bookish Anniversary of Speaking LITerarlly! Holly and Liz reflect on all the shenanigans of the past year, the authors met and the books read, and share some exciting news for year two. This month the duo discusses Rule of Wolves by Leigh Bardugo, Book Lovers by Emily Henry and Hidden Pictures by Jason Rekulak. In the world of news, they discuss the unburnable Handmaid's Ta...

Holly & Liz are joined by fiction author SC Jensen, plus bookish news, 2022 Pulitzer Price winners, Holly and Liz are back for another adventure into the book world! This month they welcome Canadian fiction author SC Jensen to the show. They discuss Jensen's cyberpunk Sci-Fi series Bubbles In Space, her other series, and the role that technology plays in our lives today. Naturally, Holly a...

Welcome to Fantastical Fantasies! This month Holly and Liz take a closer look on what makes this particular genre what it is and just how far reaching it has become. From Charlie and the Chocolate Factory and Alice in Wonderland to A Court of Thorns and Roses and Harry Potter, fantasies have impacted everyone to some degree. Plus, there is plenty to talk about when it comes to Where the Crawdads S...

Join Holly and Liz for their classical conversation in this month's episode. Which of the "classic" classics are must reads? Dracula? Pride and Prejudice? Where do modern classics land on the scale of importance? These bookish friends discuss all of this while also talking about Andy Weir's Project Hail Mary and Allison Saft's new release, A Far Wilder Magic. Plus, get caught u...

Join Liz and Holly as they welcome author Amanda Prowse, a British author, penning 28 books who has be crowned the "Queen of Family Fiction" by the Daily Mail. This is such an inspiration interview that will give you all the feels about books, literature but more importantly her approach to life, love and family. Amanda is hilarious and so relatable. The bookish buddies also share their th...

Welcome to 2022! To kick off the new year Holly and Liz dive right in talking about the Harry Potter Reunion Show, our anticipated reads of the year, and our own Book Award winners. Prepare to laugh with us, or at us, as we get a little carried away with some of our thoughts and opinions! Follow on Instagram @speakliterallypodcast @lizzieslittlebooknook @azdesert_bookworm About Speaking LITerally...

2021 is coming to a close, so it's time to reflect on the best books of the year. Join Holly and Liz as they take a journey through the months sharing their favorite reads. They also discuss the Goodreads books of the year, spend a little too much time talking bout the Grishaverse, and what the heck is Mince Pie? Join them as they ring in the holidays and say farewell to 2021 in bookish style....

Holly and Liz have a lot to talk about this week! They discuss the increase of minority characters in children's books, the Kindle Vella, and the winner of the Booker Prize. Have you read The Last House on Needless Street? Well, the pair spend some time sharing why this was a five star book and a must read. The highlight of this episode is the fun author interview with Jessika Grewe Glover to...

On this week's Halloween Special, we welcome Tony, a Stephen King enthusiast, to discuss all things horror, thriller, and just creepy. Join us for a great conversation that includes book to movie horror adaptations and what we find scary in books. As always, we share some of the most recent book news and thoughts. How do you feel about "DNF" books? Plus, we share our thoughts on what w...

Liz and Holly have quite a bit to say about some of the most popular series out there. So much so that this is an extra long episode. Get comfy as our they share the most current bookish news and let their opinions fly. Are you Team Stand Alone Books or Team Series?? About Speaking LITerally Resident bookworms Liz & Holly explore their favorite world--BOOKS--in this all new podcast focused aro...

Holly & Liz welcome Kate Allen, author of Fear of Flying, on board for an interview. They also dive into some book opinions, book news, and Holly learns there are 52 weeks in a year. About Speaking LITerally Resident bookworms Liz & Holly explore their favorite world--BOOKS--in this all new podcast focused around new releases, old favorites, and everything in between. What are you reading?...

Holly & Liz welcome independent author and 20 year Army veteran, Caleb Ortega to discuss his series Warfare of the Gods, his path to becoming an author, and advice for anyone who wants to publish their own work--he is truly an inspiration. Plus get your latest bookish news and, of course, what they're currently reading and thoughts on what they recently finished! Don't miss this truly...

We discuss our favorite reads of the part month and what we are currently reading! So many good books out right now!! This episodes topic is Beach Reads. What makes a beach read a beach read and why they are not all rom-coms. The Impact of COVID on traveling and how beach reads have in helping readers escape on adventures during the last year. And of course some of our beach read recommendations....