The Lit Society Book Club

Looking for your next great read without spending a fortune? 📚 In this episode, we’re diving into our favorite  Kindle Unlimited picks —from thrilling page-turners to cozy reads you won’t want to put down. Whether you’re a long-time KU subscriber or just curious about what’s worth your time, we’ve got recommendations for every mood and genre. Grab your Kindle and get ready to add some new favorit...

We’re waving our bookish flags this week—red, green, and even a few yellow ones! From reading habits that give us the ick to tropes we’ll never get tired of, we’re spilling all our hot takes. If you love talking about books, characters, and the quirks that make or break a read, this episode is for you. Our September book club pick is Divine Rivals by Rebecca Ross. Have a listener question? Send it...

What if the stories we love had unfolded just a little differently? In this episode, we imagine the fan fictions we wish existed for  The Hunger Games ,  Harry Potter ,  Fourth Wing , and  ACOTAR . From alternate endings and untold backstories to surprising crossovers and fresh character arcs, we explore the “what ifs” that could reshape these beloved worlds. Consider it a love letter to the books...

In this cozy, bookish episode, we imagine what reads we’d recommend to our favorite  Gilmore Girls  characters—because you just know Rory isn’t the only one with a stack of novels in her bag. We also dive deep into the never-ending debate of Team Dean vs. Jess vs. Logan, share our thoughts on the infamous Season 7, and unpack  A Year in the Life . Grab a cup of coffee (Luke-approved, of course) an...

In this month’s book club pick, we’re diving into  The Nightingale  by Kristin Hannah — a sweeping, emotional story of two sisters in Nazi-occupied France and the very different paths they take to survive, resist, and protect the ones they love. We share our thoughts on the characters, themes, and the moments that broke us (and inspired us), plus the questions this book left us thinking about long...

Required reading often gets a bad reputation, but every once in a while a book assigned in school turns out to be unforgettable. In this episode, we reflect on the novels, short stories, and poems from our school days that went beyond homework and became stories we truly loved. We’ll explore what made these works resonate then — and why they still matter now. Our September book club pick is Divine...

This week we’re diving into  Shield of Sparrows —sharing our thoughts, favorite moments, and the themes that stuck with us. But that’s not all! We’re also giving you a stack of fresh  book recommendations inspired by popular TV shows and movies . Whether you came for the deep dive or you’re just here for your next great read, we’ve got something for you. Our August book club pick is The Nightingal...

We’re closing the chapter on summer and cracking open our fall TBR! In this episode, we share all the books we devoured during the sunny season—beach reads, surprise favorites, and a few that didn’t quite hit the mark. Then we turn the page to autumn, chatting about the cozy, atmospheric reads we’re most excited to dive into next. Whether you’re still chasing summer vibes or ready for all things p...

What books being published  right now  will still be read 50 years from now? In this episode, we dive into the popular reads of today that we think are destined to become future classics—books that might one day be taught in schools, endlessly reprinted, and fiercely debated over book club wine nights. But, in Step Sisters fashion, we take a long (and necessary) detour into  The Hunger Games  univ...

In this episode, we’re diving into our July book club pick,  The Poppy Fields  by Nikki Erlick. We’re unpacking the story’s emotional layers, themes of memory, legacy, and grief, and the symbolism woven throughout. Tune in for our thoughts, favorite moments, and lingering questions we couldn’t stop thinking about. Plus — it’s time to reveal our August book club pick! We’re so excited to be reading...

This week, we're diving deep into the  A Court of Thorns and Roses  universe—sharing our thoughts on the series as a whole, our favorite moments, and all our wild (and not-so-wild) theories for what we think might go down in  ACOTAR 6 . Will we see more of Nesta’s journey? Will Elain finally do something?? We’re breaking it all down. Then, we’re switching gears and playing a fun bookish guessing g...

In this episode, we're diving into the world of upcoming book-to-screen adaptations! We're talking all the juicy details—what’s being adapted, the latest casting news, and whether we think these stories will shine on screen or flop in translation. From dream casting to actual release dates, we’re breaking it all down and sharing our thoughts (and hopes) for these beloved books making their way to...

Feeling stuck in a reading rut? We’ve been there—and we’re here to help! In this episode, we’re sharing the books that pulled us out of our worst reading slumps. From fast-paced thrillers to cozy comfort reads, these are the stories that reminded us why we love to read in the first place. Whether your TBR feels overwhelming or nothing is holding your attention, we’ve got the perfect slump-busting...

Ready to bulk up your TBR in record time? In this episode, we’re dishing out rapid-fire book recommendations! From romance to thrillers, fantasy to feel-good fiction, we’re throwing titles out on the fly—so grab a pen, open your Notes app, or just listen on repeat. Whether you’re in a reading slump or just need your next obsession, we’ve got a rec (or ten) for you. Our July Book Club Pick is The P...

In this month’s second book club episode, we explore Dire Bound  by Sable Sorenson—a dark and immersive romantasy that blends high stakes, forbidden magic, and the start to what we think will be a beautiful enemies to lovers story. We discuss the novel’s rich worldbuilding, complex characters, and our predictions for the second book in the series, Furybound (releasing next month!). Our July Book C...

We’re halfway through the year, which means it’s the perfect time to hit pause and check in on our reading lives so far. In this episode, we’re sitting down for a mid-year reading catch-up—and things get a little chaotic. From wild TBR lists to genre identity crises, we’re sharing it all. Scarlett reveals the truly unhinged state of her TBR, which lives not in a carefully curated spreadsheet or ap...

In this episode of  The Step Sisters Podcast , we’re diving deep into  Silver Elite  by Dani Francis. We’re sharing our overall impressions of the book—what pulled us in, what left us wanting more, and how we felt about the pacing, plot, and romance. We also dig into the main characters and their dynamics, the tension-filled moments, and the emotional highs and lows. And of course, we’re answering...

**Spoilers for all of the Empyrean series ahead** Scarlett and Jenae are back today with an extremely in depth (and to be honest, delusional) discussion on characters from the Empyrean series. We are bringing our favorites, flops, and the characters whose deaths would haunt us. We’ve each brought our personal Top 10 characters, but we’re not just sharing them — we’re throwing them into a  no-holds...

In this powerful book club episode, the Step Sisters dive into  The Women  by Kristin Hannah—a gripping, emotional novel that shines a light on the often-overlooked stories of female nurses during the Vietnam War. We unpack the journey of Frankie McGrath, exploring her transformation from sheltered young woman to battle-tested nurse, and discuss how Hannah weaves themes of resilience, identity, an...

Whether you're headed to the beach, the mountains, or just your backyard hammock, we're bringing you our favorite books to pack for your next getaway. In this episode, we’re sharing the perfect vacation reads—from lighthearted romances and gripping thrillers to immersive fiction you can get lost in between sunscreen applications. Have a listener question? Send it to thestepsisterspodcast@g...

In this episode, Scarlett and Jenae take a walk down memory lane (or maybe a dark alley) as they rerate some of their past Goodreads reviews. Did that 5-star favorite really hold up? Was that 2-star read actually a hidden gem? They also dive into the hilarious world of one-star reviews—from the dramatic to the downright unhinged—and share some of the funniest ones they could find. It’s bookish cha...

The girls are back discussing their April book club pick, Dinner for Vampires by Bethany Joy Lenz. Not to spoil anything, but this was a success for The Step Sisters Book Club. Scarlett and Jenae dive deep into the details surrounding Bethany Joy Lenz’s time in a manipulative religious cult, their admiration for the actress, and their favorite people who helped turn her life around.  Jenae shares...

Join the girls as they discuss their favorite books tropes and recommendations to go along with them! Scarlett and Jenae dig deep into their good reads archives to recommend books for seven popular romance book tropes, and play a game of "Hear Me Out" book edition. Things get a little heated when the topic of Gilmore Girls comes up, and the girls sing the praises of Suzanne Collins after finally f...