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We are back with Warrior Fae part 2! Chapters 30-40 were a bit chunkier than imagined so we will finish part 3 next week (April 10th) with Shadow Princess part 1 coming April 17th!  As always, NO spoilers in the comments for our fellow first time readers! We’ve only read Zodiac Books 1-3 and Ruthless Boys 1-4! 📖 Shop The Episode: Dark Fae: ⁠ ⁠https://bookshop.org/a/113990/9781914425158⁠   Savage...

We’re back with our pop culture recap episode! Are we back in 2008? Hannah Montana, Harry Potter, Justin Timberlake and more on the pod today. We’re also sharing our thoughts on Project Hail Mary, the Taylor Frankie Paul fiasco, and the latest in book world news! (0:00) Intro (0:08) New space, who dis? (3:32) *Project Hail Mary, Amaze Amaze Amaze! (8:49) 18 Noms for Heated Rivalry!  (9:52) We’re i...

WE ARE SO SORRY PLEASE FORGIVE US BUT WE ARE BACK WOO! After a long hiatus we are back and ready to discuss the last book in the Ruthless Boys series, Warrior Fae! Also good news, we'll be sharing our thoughts in 2 parts vs. 3 so we'll be back next week to finish out the series! As always, NO spoilers in the comments for our fellow first time readers! We’ve only read Zodiac Books 1-3 and...

Hey SIPers! Today we have a VERY special guest. Ariel Sullivan is the author  behind "Conform" the bestselling dystopian romance. Now, she's back with the prequel, "Beneath" set 100 years before the world of Conform. Get ready to chat theories! *NOTE: This episode includes spoilers for Beneath and Conform. Please do not listen if you haven't finished the books yet! ...

We’re back with a pop culture recap episode here on “The Story Is” podcast with Amanda Earle and Katie Mitchell! This week we’re chatting Oscar winners (and snubs!), red carpet stars, and why Timothee Chalamet couldn’t catch a break. Plus, the latest news in romance book world! We hope you enjoy, SIPers! Time Stamps: Intro: (0:00)  (1:03) Oscars Red Carpet 2026 (17:27) Academy Award Winners and Pr...

In this episode of ‘The Story Is’ Podcast with Amanda Earle and Katie Mitchell, we’re chatting Harry Style’s latest album, the biggest news in the publishing world, and what we’re reading this week! Shop our TBR, Pre-Orders, and merch below! Time Stamps (0:00) Intro (0:08) The time change has got us f*cked up (5:55) Harry Styles, Dancing King?  (25:42) Britney Spears got a Dewy  (30:42) Dakota Joh...

We’re back for a special episode of ‘The Story Is’ Podcast with Amanda Earle and Katie Mitchell! Sarah J Maas had an internet breaking Call Her Daddy interview with Alex Cooper so of course we had to discuss! We’re sharing our predictions for ACOTAR 6 and ACOTAR 7, future publishing timelines, and our breaking down everything SJM had to share. Pre Order the next installments below and shop our lat...

Happy Tuesday, SIPers! We’re back for another episode of ‘The Story Is’ Podcast with Amanda Earle and Katie Mitchell. Today we’re chatting all about the biggest news in romance books and our favorite tv shows like Knight of The Seven Kingdoms, Bridgerton, and more.  We’re also recapping our recent trip to Pittsburgh for Winter Institute, a bookseller convention hosted by the ABA. We hope you enjoy...

Happy Tuesday, SIPers! We’re back for another episode of ‘The Story Is’ Podcast with Amanda Earle and Katie Mitchell. Today we’re chatting all about the latest in book news including adaptations and castings, a hot new bombshell entering the (acting) villa, and Charlie Mitchell returns for his thoughts on Crown of Midnight by Sarah J Maas! Time Stamps (0:00) Intro  (0:08) Charlie Chats: Crown of M...

We finished Broken Fae, Book 4 of Ruthless Boys of the Zodiac by Caroline Peckham and Susanne Valenti! In this episode of The Story Is Pod we're covering Chapter 31-44 and chatting theories about Elise’s father, the role of Card Master, and what’s to come in the final book of the series!  *Please note. We’ll be taking a break after this episode due to travel and will return March 6th, 2026 fo...

Happy Tuesday, SIPers! We’re back for another episode of ‘The Story Is’ Podcast with Amanda Earle and Katie Mitchell. Today we’re chatting our valentines day plans, Hudson Williams, Winter Olympics, and more!  (0:00) Intro  (0:08) Valentine’s Day recap  (7:50) bestie checking account (12:30) Winter Olympics tea  (29:13) Hudson Williams hard launch (32:04) James Van Der Beek  (34:36) Bad Bunny Supe...

Join us for part 2 of Broken Fae, Book 4 of Ruthless Boys of the Zodiac by Caroline Peckham and Susanne Valenti! Apologies for Nigel in this episode. He had A LOT to say about Gareth when he *record scratch.*  As always, NO spoilers in the comments for our fellow first time readers! We’ve only read Zodiac Books 1-3 and Ruthless Boys 1-3! Time Stamps (0:00) Intro (0:46) Chapter 16 Gabriel (10:07) C...

We’re back and we’ve got a LOT of pop culture to get through today, SIPers.  From conspiracy theories to true crime to highland cows?! Plus, we’re sharing our favorite Black Romance authors in honor of Black History Month!  (0:00) Intro and Super Bowl recipes (4:43) Papa Trope is iconic, I fear  (8:02) Kim K and Sir Lewis Hamilton (11:32) Epstein files  (16:19) Nancy Guthrie’s abduction (23:07) Co...

We’re kicking off Broken Fae, Book 4 of Ruthless Boys of the Zodiac by Caroline Peckham and Susanne Valenti!  As always, NO spoilers in the comments for our fellow first time readers! We’ve only read Zodiac Books 1-3 and Ruthless Boys 1-3! Time Stamps (0:00) Intro (1:07) Chapter 1 Elise (5:04) Chapter 2 Ryder (7:23) Chapter 3 Elise  (11:46) Chapter 4 Dante (13:00) Chapter 5 Gabriel (20:31) Chapter...

We have a flip flopped episode today on The Story Is Podcast! We’re starting off with our book report and ending with some pop culture news. Also, please welcome papa trope to the pod!!! Should we start a monthly series with Charlie? Let us know on social! (0:00) Intro (0:08) Snow days in Charlotte!  (1:34) Special Guest: Papa Trope’s (aka Charlie Mitchell, Katie’s husband) thoughts on Throne of G...

We finally finished Vicious Fae- and things are really picking up. In this episode of The Story Is Podcast, Katie and Amanda dive into part 3 (4??) of Book 3 of Ruthless Boys of the Zodiac by Caroline Peckham and Susanne Valenti- covering chapter 38-53! A mate reveal, major fight, and Zodiac Academy cameos?! We love to see it.  Tune in next week for Broken Fae Chapter 1-15! As always, NO spoilers...

It's a very special episode today, SIPers! Our special guest is Meg Rosenthal, the Charlotte-based romance author with titles such as "The Right Words" and her latest novel, "The Wingman." Meg shares with us her thoughts on the pressures authors face to produce content quickly, the impact of social media on readership, and reading romance when the world is a dumpster fire....

In this episode of The Story Is Podcast, Katie and Amanda dive into part 2.5 (??) of Vicious Fae, Book 3 of Ruthless Boys of the Zodiac by Caroline Peckham and Susanne Valenti! This was a chaotic one haha. We hope you enjoy!  As always, NO spoilers in the comments for our fellow first time readers! We’ve only read Zodiac Books 1-3, Dark Fae, and Savage Fae.  Time Stamps (0:00) Intro (1:07) kind co...

In this episode, we’re chatting thoughts on Harry Styles’ new album cover for “Kiss All The Time, Disco Occasionally”, blind items from the Golden Globes 2026, Hudson Williams Milan Fashion Week debut, and what the heck is going with the Beckham family?! All of this plus our 2026 TBR!  Follow Us: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@thestoryispod⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠https://www.instagram.com/the...

 In this episode of The Story Is Podcast, Katie and Amanda dive into part 2 of Vicious Fae, Book 3 of Ruthless Boys of the Zodiac by Caroline Peckham and Susanne Valenti! We apologize for not doing the full recap until chapter 35. Stay tuned in the episode for what to read for part 3!  Time Stamps (0:00) Intro (0:37) Chapter 18 Elise (8:03) Chapter 19 Dante (14:15) Chapter 20 Ryder (18:26) Chapter...

In this episode, we’re chatting best dressed from the red carpet of the 2026 golden globes, major snubs from the night, our thoughts on the people we meet on vacation movie, and what we’re reading this week!  Follow Us: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@thestoryispod⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠https://www.instagram.com/thestoryispod⁠    ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠https://www.instagram.com/tropebookshop⁠   ⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠...

 In this episode of The Story Is Podcast, hosts Katie and Amanda dive into part 1 of Vicious Fae, Book 3 of Ruthless Boys of the Zodiac by Caroline Peckham and Susanne Valenti!  As always, NO spoilers in the comments for our fellow first time readers! We’ve only read Zodiac Books 1-3, Dark Fae, and Savage Fae.  Time Stamps (0:00) Intro (0:19) Chapter 1 Elise (2:12) Chapter 2 Gabriel (6:17) Chapter...

Happy New Year, SIPers! In this episode, we’re sharing our biggest airport gripes, our thoughts on the stranger things final season, and Mary Cosby’s cult?! Plus, everything we’re reading this week!  Follow Us: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@thestoryispod⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠https://www.instagram.com/thestoryispod⁠    ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠https://www.instagram.com/tropebookshop⁠   ⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠https...

*SURPRISE*! We're back for a special episode to discuss Episode 6: The Cottage of Heated Rivalry. And a few other pop culture moments to close out the year! Follow Us: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@thestoryispod⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠https://www.instagram.com/thestoryispod⁠    ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠https://www.instagram.com/tropebookshop⁠   ⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠https://www.instagram.com/trooptropebookclu...

It’s our final episode of the year! And we’re sharing our favorite reads of 2025. Did you guess our #1 pick?  Follow Us: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠ ⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@thestoryispod⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠ ⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠ https://www.instagram.com/thestoryispod ⁠    ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠ https://www.instagram.com/tropebookshop ⁠   ⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠ https://www.instagram.com/trooptropebookclub ⁠   Time Stamps (0:00) Intro and catch-up (...