Two Chicks and a Plot Twist

McCayleigh and Haley sit down with Sheila Masterson to unpack the unlikely path behind her breakout success and the re-release of The Poison Daughter . Sheila opens up about writing for herself first, ignoring the pressure to make art “for everyone,” and why she thinks the best books should be a little polarizing. 🎧 Follow Two Chicks and a Plot Twist for more bookish chaos, author interviews, rea...

On this episode of Two Chicks in a Plot Twist , we spotlight Holly Davis’s debut novel and the story of Cadence, a sixteen-year-old forced to cry diamonds to fund her parents’ rise through the royal ranks. When an encounter at a summer solstice ball changes everything, Cadence sets out for the City of Magi to uncover the truth about her power and claim a life of her own. 🛒 Get your copy today! ht...

The ACOTAR recap you actually need before book six. McCayleigh and Haley break down the biggest beats of the entire series, from Feyre's first trip to Prythian to the war, the mating bonds, the Cauldron, and the moments that changed everything. If you need a fast refresher before diving back into the world of Prythian, this episode gives you the essential highlights without a scene-by-scene re...

A spicy, laugh-out-loud rom-com with real emotional depth and a love story that reminds us we don’t have to be perfect to be worthy of love. In this episode of Two Chicks in a Plot Twist , Haley and McCayleigh spotlight Carolyn Hawkins’s Accidentally Cursed , from her From Austin with Love series. 🛒 Get your copy today! Amazon: https://a.co/d/0gqwmntv Signed copies at carolynhawkins.com Follow Ca...

The Nightweaver trilogy ends with the kind of payoff that makes you want to reread the whole series immediately. R.M. Gray reveals why Cursebreaker is her most emotional book yet, how she planted answers from the very beginning, and why almost nobody has guessed the series’ biggest reveal. Hosted live, this conversation goes deep on the final chapter of Aster’s story, the love triangle between Wil...

What does it mean to write disability as part of everyday life, not as a plot device, a tragedy, or something love can simply fix? In this episode of Two Chicks in a Plot Twist , we explore The Weight of Silence , the first book in Lily Walton’s Fault Lines series, and talk with Lily about the story and the lived experiences that shaped it. 🛒 Get your copy today! Amazon (Kindle and paperback): ht...

A romantasy convention with 60 authors, 20 crafters, a fantasy ball, burlesque, drag, aerialists, tattoos, mermaids, puppies, kitties, and a quiet room? Rachel built Fables and Flames to be the book event readers have always wished existed. FOLLOW FABLES & FLAMES Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fablesandflames/ LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/fablesandflames?utm_source=linktree_profile_share&...

A vampire king, a fallen angel, and a love story that refuses to stay buried. Dex Haven’s Kazimir: Kozlov Family Vampires Book 1 blends paranormal romance, dark temptation, and high-stakes destiny into a book that’s equal parts dangerous, sensual, and unexpectedly hopeful. 🛒 Get your copy today! Amazon- https://a.co/d/04FAEv80 Barnes & Noble- https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/kazimir-dex-haven...

Some side characters don’t just support the story, they steal it. Haley and McCayleigh build the ultimate fantasy-and-dystopian wishlist for the characters who deserve their own spin-off, and the ideas get better with every pick. From The Hunger Games to Project Hail Mary , Throne of Glass , Fourth Wing , The Invisible Life of Addie LaRue , and ACOTAR , they break down exactly why these fan-favori...

A forbidden summer-camp romance turns eerie fast when Between the Shadows introduces a queer YA story packed with sinister secrets, strange transformations, and a danger no one is coming to stop. Haley and McCayleigh spotlight Anastasia Arellano’s upcoming novel and tease why this book is already catching attention long before its April 2027 release. If you love chilling camp settings, suspenseful...

Bookish hot takes are flying fast, and Haley and McCayleigh are forcing some of the fandom’s most beloved favorites to fight for survival. If you have strong opinions about book boyfriends, tropes, sprayed edges, or the eternal debate between physical books and audiobooks, this episode is going to test you. 🎧 Follow Two Chicks and a Plot Twist for more bookish chaos, author interviews, reading re...

McCayleigh and Haley spotlight Wendy Isaac Bergen's The Piper's Story: A Tale of War, Music and the Supernatural, a novel that blends history, atmosphere, and eerie suspense into one unforgettable read. If you love stories with distinctive settings, layered family drama, and a touch of the uncanny, this book plug is built to get your next favorite on your shelf. 🛒 Get your copy today! htt...

A cookbook inspired by Fourth Wing sounds impossible until Chelsea Cole explains how she built one from almost no food lore, a handful of iconic scenes, and a fanbase with very strong opinions. If you love romantasy, fandom merch, or the behind-the-scenes chaos of turning a bestseller into something you can actually eat, this one is for you. Stay in touch with Chelsea Cole and her upcoming project...

A desert mystery, a deadly drought, and a soundtrack you can actually listen to - Southwest Gothic is the kind of book plug that makes you want to run straight to Amazon. We break down why Bladen Mercutio’s genre-bending novel stands out, and close the episode with a direct interview from the author themselves. 🛒 Get your copy of Southwest Gothic today! https://southwestgothic.net (signed limited...

Bookish debates get spicy fast when the choices are impossible: slow burn or insta-love, morally gray villain or golden retriever hero, Prythian or Terrasen, Dorian or Rhysand. If you love fantasy romance, enemies-to-lovers tension, and taking your reading opinions way too seriously, this one is for you. 🎧 Follow Two Chicks and a Plot Twist for more bookish chaos, author interviews, reading recom...

A high fantasy debut with shadow magic, stolen thrones, and an unlikely alliance that could burn a kingdom to the ground. If you love morally tangled heroines, epic world-building, and the kind of book that keeps you wondering what happens next, Collecting Crowns by Jay Montana is your next listen. 🛒 Get your copy of Collecting Crowns today! https://www.amazon.com/Collecting-Crowns-Jay-Montana/dp...

In this episode of Two Chicks and a Plot Twist, we chat with Barbara, the CEO behind GildedTail, a monthly subscription box created for indie book lovers and their pets. Barbara shares how a search for the perfect toy for her own dog sparked the idea for a business that combines curated books, custom merch, and pet products inspired by each story. 🎧 Follow Two Chicks and a Plot Twist for more boo...

In this episode of Two Chicks and a Plot Twist , Haley and McCayleigh spotlight The Chamos Project by Alexis Ames, a queer science fiction novel packed with tension, survival, and an unforgettable slow-burn romance. The hosts introduce the book’s premise, from a reclusive doctor forced back into space to the uneasy alliance between humans and androids after a mysterious accident strands the crew f...

Sheila Masterson didn’t just write a breakout romantasy, she built a publishing success story on her own terms, and the path she took is wildly more strategic than most readers ever realize. From self-publishing a four-book series in 14 months to landing a USA Today bestseller, a major re-release, and TV development at Hulu, Sheila reveals what really happens when an author trusts the story instea...

A high fantasy debut with deadly trials, hidden clues, and a romance subplot that refuses to steal the spotlight - Kingdom of Time is the kind of book that rewards readers who love to be underestimated. Haley and McCayleigh break down why this story is already earning passionate reviews, then sit down with author Luz Evan Kanin for the deeper story behind the pages. 🛒 Get your copy of Kingdom of...

We’re talking about the upcoming book releases that have us counting down the DAYS. From highly anticipated sequels and new releases from some of our favorite authors to books that immediately earned a spot on our TBRs, we’re breaking down the final 2026 releases we absolutely cannot wait to get our hands on. Which books are worth the hype? Which ones are we already planning our lives around? And...

Aging is not the ending you were warned about. It can be the most honest, defiant, and creative chapter of your life - and On Becoming: Essays on Life's Later Chapters proves it. 🛒 Get your copy of On Becoming: Essays on Life's Later Chapters t oday! Website: https://books.by/miriam-rieck Follow Miriam Rieck: miriamrieck.me ✨ And don’t forget — Tune in to Book Plug Tuesday each week as w...

The podcast that dares to talk about everything from bookish chaos to behind-the-scenes madness is back, and this season promises even more surprises. Haley and McCayleigh spill all the summer stories, from their whirlwind Nashville trip to the incredible launch of Plot Twist Book Fest, the first big book event they’re organizing in Texas. They reveal how juggling author signings, vendors, and tho...

Join us for a deep dive into Shadows Within the Fire , Megan L. Adams’ novel that’s captivating readers with its vivid world-building, complex characters, and heart-pounding stakes. Don’t miss your chance to experience the magic—this episode will ignite your curiosity and leave you eager to pick up the series. 🛒 Get your copy of Shadows Within the Fire t oday! Website: https://www.meganladams.com...

Most people think ranking popular books is straightforward… but when you compare the hype, your actual feelings, and the series complexity, things get tricky fast. We break down their honest reviews of viral favorites like  Throne of Glass ,  Crescent City , and more, revealing which series truly live up to the hype, which ones fall flat, and why some "overhyped" books deserve a second c...