Tea & Tropes

Today, I fell for the rage bait on Booktok, talk about another author with receiving allegations, and have some big news about Enemies & Lovers! I also get to hang out with Harlowe Savage and talk our favorite Baldur's Gate dates, some gay history, and a sneak peak at some new stories!

Today's episode is so special to me as I get to hang out with one of my best friends, Nikkita Bell, and talk about her upcoming novel The Bombshell Devil's Advocate. She shares so many behind the scenes stories, we laugh, we cry, we justify murder and you absolutely don't want to miss it! You can preorder this debut novel now and get extra goodies at www.nikkitabell.com Stories this we...

On the news this week, Rebecca Yarros has talked about the Forth Wing TV show, AI is running rampant, new makeup for the book girlies, and an attending author announcement for Enemies & Lovers! We also talk to SG Blaise about her sci-fi fantasy series, The Last Lumenian. https://sgblaise.com/

We are back with an all new style and all new episodes! I had to take a break from the show for a few months and figure out the direction I wanted it to go. Having a book of the month was really daunting on my schedule and wasn't working for my mental health. Now, each week we will talk about the latest in bookish tea and news and still welcoming different authors each week in our Author Spotlight...

Sorry for skipping last week! I had a cold, but I am making up for it this week as I discuss Acts II & III of Lady Macbeth! And then I am hanging out with author Rosalyn Briar! Tea of the Week: Shakespeare's Romance by Mountain Song Herbals Rosalyn Briar is a former teacher who is married to her soul mate. Together, they have built a beautiful life and have two fearless daughters. Rosalyn is o...

We are starting out spooky season with a classic tragedy! Lady Macbeth by Ava Reid is the Book of the month for October, and today we are chatting act 1. After, we are hanging out with Jenn Czep about her kindle vella series, An Ideal of Roses. Tea of the Week: The Scottish Tea by Tea Punk Teas https://jenn-czep.square.site/

Join us today for the 1 year anniversary episode!!! Today we finish A Sorceress Comes To Call and hang out with author Vermilion H Baine! Make sure to check out the giveaway on Instgram ! Tea of the Week: Cozy Cottage by D & Tea Vermilion H Baine is an indie fantasy author based in the American Southwest. After a tour as a nuclear electrician’s mate in the US Navy, she now works as a field ser...

This week, we are continuing our discussion on A Sorceress Comes To Call by T. Kingfisher and hanging out with dark fantasy author Rylo Kinn! Tea of the Week: Floral Fantasy by The Cafe Connection Author Spotlight: Rylo Kinn Born and raised in Sechelt, British Columbia Canada, Rylo Kinn's passion for storytelling began at a young age. He spent his childhood exploring the beautiful natural surr...

A day late, but still amazing! We continue our discussion on A Sorceress Comes To Call by T. Kingfisher and then hang out with author Kimberly Grymes! Tea of the Week: Poison Apple Author Spotlight: Kimberly Grymes is drawn to the imaginative realms of science-fiction, fantasy, mystery, and the paranormal. Her passion lies in crafting original tales within the young adult fantasy genre, where she...

Author Jessica Leigh hangs out with me as we answer all the questions about A Daughter Forged In Fire! And we get an exclusive sneak peek at an upcoming release!

We are starting spooky season early with a fairytale retelling by T Kingfisher and then hanging out with author Emma Elizabeth! Tea of the Week: The Gilded Teafling X EPIC https://emmaelizabethwrites.com/

We are finishing up Heartless Hunter by Kristen Ciccarelli and then hanging out with author Cassie Sanchez! Tea of the Week: Fairy Dust by The Whistling Kettle As a child, Cassie wanted superpowers and to be like Princess Leia, fighting the Empire alongside unlikely heroes. She also wanted a pet tiger. Suffice it to say, she lost herself in books, from fantasy to sci-fi to a suspenseful romance. C...

We are continuing our read through of Heartless Hunter and then chatting with author Kristin Ardis! Tea of the Week: Chocolate Chip Chai by Witchy Pooh Kristin Ardis writes emotional YA/NA fantasy books for those who believe in hopeful endings and the enduring power of love. Her stories take place in magical worlds where resilient characters must grapple with who they are and find their way home t...

Join us as we continue our chat on Heartless Hunter by Kristen Ciccarelli and then hang out with author Mallory Marlowe as we chat about her upcoming release Love and Other Conspiracies ! Tea of the Week: Masala Chai by Joffrey's Mallory Marlowe is an author and video game writer living in Los Angeles, CA. Seriously right-brained since childhood, her love of telling stories began with highly e...

We are starting Heartless Hunter by Kristen Ciccarelli today with chapters 0-12 and then hanging out with TA Reilly! Tea of the Week: Crimson Berry Tea by The Adom Company T.A. Reilly is an author of NA fantasy romance with equal levels of adventure, time travel, and romance mixed in. Reading came naturally to her at a young age, and the words began flowing shortly after that. She has traveled all...

We are talking the final chapters of A Daughter Forged In Fire by Jessica Leigh and talking with returning guest, Danie Hoots! Tea of the Week: Fireball Chai by Misty Mountain Tea Shop Buy it here . Dani has a new book coming out next year and the Kickstarter starts August 12th! Make sure you follow her on Instagram to learn more about it! www.danihoots.com August Book of the Month: Heartless Hunt...

Tickets for Enemies and Lovers in May 2025 are available today! Get them at www.teaandtropes.com We are continuing our discussion on A Daughter Forged In Fire by Jessica Leigh and then hanging out with Elise Nelson, author of The Light In Hades ! Tea of the Week: What About Second Breakfast by Wild Leaf Store You can find Elise Nelson on Instagram and get a copy of The Light In Hades here !

Continuing our chat on A Daughter Forged In Fire by Jessica Leigh and later hanging out with the author of the new cozy fantasy The Bartender Between Worlds, Herman Steuernagel! Tea of the Week: Motorcycle Club Romance by Swoon Sips (https://swoonsips.com/products/motorcycle-club-romance) Herman Steuernagel is a science fiction and fantasy author. His internationally best-selling debut Lies the Gu...

We are talking the beginning of A Daughter Forged In Fire by Jessica Leigh and then later hanging out with debut author, Bailey Estep! Tea of the Week: Feyre Darling by The Bearded Bee Homestead (https://www.etsy.com/listing/1654011494/feyre-darling-herbal-tea-bookish-gift?ref=user_profile&frs=1) You can find Bailey on Instagram at baileyestep.author

Today, we get to hang out with Kara Douglas again and talk in depth about Lunaria! We answer some burning questions and theories! Also, tickets for Enemies & Lovers in Mesa, AZ go on sale July 24th at 9am MST! Kara's Tea of the Week: Victorian London Fog by Harney & Sons (https://www.harney.com/products/victorian-london-fog?variant=132715446278&tw_source=google&tw_adid=&tw_...

The finale to book one of the Unraveled Fate Series, Lunaria! And hanging out with fantasy author Whitney McGruder! Join us next week as we sit down with Kara Douglas to dive deep into Lunaria! Tea of the week: Happee Birthdae Harry by Becca's Little Boutique (https://www.etsy.com/shop/beccaslittleboutique?ref=shop-header-name&listing_id=773064019&from_page=listing) Whitney McGruder is...

Only one more episode to go as we continue talking all things Lunaria and things are getting goooodddd! I'm also hanging out with author DH Hoskins! Tea of the week: Sneezing Powder by Ivory Monocle Tea (https://www.etsy.com/listing/1209049212/sneezing-powder-enchanted-allergy-relief?ga_order=most_relevant&ga_search_type=all&ga_view_type=gallery&ga_search_query=fantasy+themed+tea&a...

Continuing our discussion on Lunaria by Kara Douglas and finding out if I'm right about Adrian. (This is Nightweaver all over again). Then hanging out with JE Larson! Tea of the week: Enemies to Lovers by The Sunny Teacup (https://www.etsy.com/listing/1539784976/enemies-to-lovers-romance-trope-50g?click_key=33c2b9e816ce0e67e0a0984accb35514f779e1f4%3A1539784976&click_sum=27f2db7e&ref=se...

Jumping into a book from my TBR for a while! We are reading the first quarter of Lunaria by Kara Douglas and then hanging out with author Megan L Adams! Tea of the Week: Moon Magick Brew by Violet Apothic (etsy.com/shop/VioletApothic) Megan L. Adams is a new fantasy writer. She was born and raised in Georgia and is the oldest of seven siblings. She’s enjoyed reading and writing since elementary sc...

We are talking the conclusion of Rhapsodic by Laura Thalassa today and then hanging out with fantasy author, Tessonja Odette! Tea of the Week: LUSH by The Cottage Of The Woods (www.etsy.com/shop/TheCottageoftheWoods) Tessonja Odette is a Seattle-based author of fantasy romance, epic romantasy, and fairytale retellings. She especially loves to write about brooding fae and the fierce women who hate-...