Kiwi and the Bird: Book Nerds in Session: Recent Episodes

Taylor Michelle and Keimi Okamura

We like big books and we cannot lie. At Kiwi and the Bird: Book Nerds in Session, hosts Taylor "the Bird" Michelle and Keimi "Kiwi" Okamura will introduce readers to a myriad of books and authors. Their glowing reviews and recommendations are filled with humor, existential crises, and indistinguishable sounds effects. And, like a library, at Kiwi and the Bird, shh happens. Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/kiwiandthebird/support

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Happy Valentine’s Day, book lovers! And welcome to A Date with Destiny. This week, we asked our followers to create their own characters who they think could steal our audiences’ hearts. Now, we need you all to vote for who deserves to win a box set for their creation!

Listen to this episode and pick which single took your breath away. (You can either use the voting link below or the Spotify Q/A to submit your pick!)

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Ready for the first book discussion of 2024? Join Kiwi and the Bird as they go into spoilers and details about Cassandra Clare's lionhearted adult fantasy (SPOILER ALERT). Be prepared for detailed discussions about loyal playboys, what we thought would happen, and the political move of the century.

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Want to fit in one last read before 2024? Listen to Kiwi and the Bird's fifteen minute NON-SPOILER rundown of "Sword Catcher" 's premise, characters, setting, and writing style to decide if this series is the one for you. Curious about what Keimi and Taylor think, too? Keep on listening until the end of the episode to hear what unique rating Kiwi and the Bird give "Sword Catcher" by Cassandra Clare.
And remember, like a library, at Kiwi and the Bird, shh happens.

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Want a quick, non-spoiler book recommendation that you can listen to while driving to work or doing your chores? Then this is the episode for you! In just 300 seconds, Kiwi and the Bird chat about “Sword Catcher” ‘s plot, characters, setting, and more! Do Keimi and Taylor manage to fit in their ratings for Cassandra Clare's adult fantasy as well? Listen until the end of the episode to find out!
And remember, like a library, at Kiwi and the Bird, shh happens.

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The Kiwi is briefly taking over the podcast! Today, Keimi is going through a Christmas Icon bracket and determining which character she thinks would win in a fight. If you agree with or question her opinions, use #KIWIPOWER on Instagram or Twitter to let her know!
And remember, like a library, at Kiwi and the Bird, shh happens.

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The Kiwi is briefly taking over the podcast! Today, Keimi is giving out her thoughts about chocolate oranges--and her solution. If you agree with or question her opinions, use #KIWIPOWER on Instagram or Twitter to let her know!
And remember, like a library, at Kiwi and the Bird, shh happens.

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Desperate to talk about "Divine Rivals" before the sequel comes out? Join Kiwi and the Bird as they go into spoilers and details about Rebecca Ross's transcendent and war torn, YA fantasy (SPOILER ALERT). Be prepared for detailed discussions about what it means to be a simp, who's celestial team we'd be on, and what we think will happen in the second book.

And remember, like a library, at Kiwi and the Bird, shh happens.

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Ready for Ruthless Vows? Listen to Kiwi and the Bird's fifteen minute NON-SPOILER rundown of "Divine Rivals" 's premise, characters, setting, and writing style to decide if this series is the one for you. Curious about what Keimi and Taylor think, too? Keep on listening until the end of the episode to hear what unique rating Kiwi and the Bird give "Divine Rivals" by Rebecca Ross.

And remember, like a library, at Kiwi and the Bird, shh happens.

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Happy December, book lovers! We’re celebrating giving season with a special Holiday Booksta Advent Calendar giveaway. From December 4th to December 22nd, we will be unveiling a new bookish prize on our instagram feed (@kiwiandthebird). On December 22nd, we will then be selecting over 20 winners from a raffle, who will be taking home these fabulous goodies.

Be sure to answer the question asked in this podcast episode to be entered into the giveaway! And fear not: opportunities for bonus entries will be coming out throughout the month.

Have a wonderful holiday season!

Much love,

Keimi and Taylor

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Want to chat about all things dragons? Join Kiwi and the Bird as they go into spoilers and details about Rebecca Yarros's sexy and thrilling, NA fantasy (SPOILER ALERT). Be prepared for detailed discussions about the power of angst, how Taylor can't correctly say "parapet," and what color of dragon we'd want.

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Ready for Iron Flame's release? Listen to Kiwi and the Bird's fifteen minute NON-SPOILER rundown of "Fourth Wing" 's premise, characters, setting, and writing style to decide if this series is the one for you. Curious about what Keimi and Taylor think, too? Keep on listening until the end of the episode to hear what unique rating Kiwi and the Bird give "Fourth Wing" by Rebecca Yarros.

And remember, like a library, at Kiwi and the Bird, shh happens.

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Want a quick, non-spoiler book recommendation that you can listen to while driving to work or doing your chores? Then this is the episode for you! In just 300 seconds, Kiwi and the Bird chat about “Fourth Wing” ‘s plot, characters, setting, and more! Do Keimi and Taylor manage to fit in their ratings for Rebecca Yarros's NA fantasy as well? Listen until the end of the episode to find out!

And remember, like a library, at Kiwi and the Bird, shh happens.

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Back in September, Kiwi and the Bird challenged their followers to write the best. scary. story. In today's episode, Kiwi and the Bird have selected their top three favorites and now need your help to choose the winner! Listen to each story and then use the voting link in this description to select your top pick. Best of luck, writers, and Happy Halloween!

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From werewolves to zombie werewolves to red buttons and plagues, the villagers at Moonstone have endured a perilous three days. Who among them not only survived the madness but saved the town? Listen to find out.

Thank you so much to our incredible followers for being apart of Moonstone Village! We hope you know how much we treasure you. You make us smile, hope, and dream. For that, we're forever grateful!

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Villagers, due to your bravery and efforts, the werewolves of Moonstone have been officially tried and captured. The town is safe; the innocents have won! . . . Or have they?

Deep in their lab, the Mad Scientist huffs over their latest experiment. With no choice, they reach over and press the BIG. RED. BUTTON.

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LIGHT OF WARNING - Tragedy has struck the quaint and peaceful village of Moonstone. It's up to you to uncover who did it! Below, we've attached a link where you can vote for ONE PERSON who you think might be a werewolf. Whoever has the most votes will be eliminated! Votes will be counted until 3 p.m. (mtn time).

In the meantime, feel free to make any accusations or voice your suspicions in the group chat.

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GROWLS & GOSSIP - Tragedy has struck the quaint and peaceful village of Moonstone. It's up to you to uncover who did it! Below, we've attached a link where you can vote for ONE PERSON who you think might be a werewolf. Whoever has the most votes will be eliminated!

Votes will be counted until 3 p.m. (mtn time). In the meantime, feel free to make any accusations or voice your suspicions in the group chat.

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Five minutes . . . Three hundred seconds . . . That's how long Keimi and Taylor have to discuss and debate which activity is the spookiest (or most Halloween-y): a haunted house or watching a scary movie. Will they have enough time to talk about virtual reality? Perhaps. There's only one way to find out.

And remember, like a library, at Kiwi and the Bird, shh happens

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Jack Skellington, Ghostface, Michael Myers--Halloween is full of iconic characters! That's why we, in collaboration with T.M. Daliggr, challenged all of you on Instagram to try to mimic your favorite spooky season icon. Well, the results are in. Who do you think won? Listen until the end of the episode to find out!

And remember, like a library, at Kiwi and the Bird, shh happens.

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Five minutes . . . Three hundred seconds . . . That's how long Keimi and Taylor have to discuss and debate what is the grossest candy in honor of spooky season. Will they have enough time to talk about the cough drop taste of Dots? Perhaps. There's only one way to find out.

And remember, like a library, at Kiwi and the Bird, shh happens

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Five minutes . . . Three hundred seconds . . . That's how long Keimi and Taylor have to discuss and debate which scary movie world they'd like to live in, if they had to choose. Will they have enough time to talk about the demons in Insidious? Perhaps. There's only one way to find out.

And remember, like a library, at Kiwi and the Bird, shh happens.

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The Bird is briefly taking over the podcast! Today, Taylor is chatting about what inspires the giveaways and how to manage them. If you agree with or question her methods, use #BIRDBRAIN on Instagram or Twitter to let her know!

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To celebrate being three years old, Kiwi and the Bird answer follower questions and pose challenges for the multi-level giveaway! They discuss their top 2023 read, their birthday cakes, and chat about what dog breed they'd be. They also thank their wonderful, bookish audience for their love, support, and listens. Without their fellow bookworms, none of this would be possible. Thank you for allowing them to dream! 


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The Kiwi is briefly taking over the podcast! Today, Keimi is giving out her happy movie recommendations. If you agree with or question her opinions, use #KIWIPOWER on Instagram or Twitter to let her know!

And remember, like a library, at Kiwi and the Bird, shh happens.


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Want to catch up on Camp Kiwi and the Bird? This episode includes nights 1 through 5, so you don't have to pause to see what happens next. Listen until the end of the episode to see who won the Camp Kiwi and the Bird giveaway!


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THE END OF THE CAMP KIWI STORY.


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FINAL DESTINATION PART 1 - Tragedy has struck Kiwi and the Bird – the past, it seems, is doomed to repeat itself. It’s up to you to discover who you think did it! We have attached a link where you can vote for FIVE people who you think are the camp killers. Whoever has the most votes will be eliminated! 

You have until 4 p.m. mtn time to submit your votes. Feel free to make any accusations or voice your suspicions in the group chat in the meantime! 

After 4p.m., we’ll be posting part 2 of episode 5 – the finale! 

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NATURAL DISASTER - Tragedy has struck Kiwi and the Bird – the past, it seems, is doomed to repeat itself. It’s up to you to discover who you think did it! We have attached a link where you can vote for TWO people who you think are the camp killers. Whoever has the most votes will be eliminated!

You have until 4 p.m. mtn time to submit your votes. Feel free to make any accusations or voice your suspicions in the group chat in the meantime!

After 4p.m., we’ll be resending out messages to our role players, where they’ll have until 8p.m. to decide what they want to do next. Good luck, campers!

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CINEMATIC MAYHEM - Tragedy has struck Kiwi and the Bird – the past, it seems, is doomed to repeat itself. It’s up to you to discover who you think did it! We have attached a link where you can vote for TWO people who you think are the camp killers. Whoever has the most votes will be eliminated! 

You have until 4 p.m. mtn time to submit your votes. Feel free to make any accusations or voice your suspicions in the group chat in the meantime! 

After 4p.m., we’ll be resending out messages to our role players, where they’ll have until 8p.m. to decide what they want to do next. Good luck, campers! 

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Tragedy has struck Kiwi and the Bird – the past, it seems, is doomed to repeat itself. It’s up to you to discover who you think did it! We have attached a link where you can vote for TWO people who you think are the camp killers. Whoever has the most votes will be eliminated! 

You have until 4 p.m. mtn time to submit your votes. Feel free to make any accusations or voice your suspicions in the group chat in the meantime! 

After 4p.m., we’ll be resending out messages to our role players, where they’ll have until 8p.m. to decide what they want to do next. Good luck, campers! 

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SWIFT ANNIHILATION - Tragedy has struck Kiwi and the Bird – the past, it seems, is doomed to repeat itself. It’s up to you to discover who you think did it! We have attached a link where you can vote for TWO people who you think are the camp killers. Whoever has the most votes will be eliminated! 

You have until 4 p.m. mtn time to submit your votes. Feel free to make any accusations or voice your suspicions in the group chat in the meantime! 

After 4p.m., we’ll be resending out messages to our role players, where they’ll have until 8p.m. to decide what they want to do next. Good luck, campers! 

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Five minutes . . . Three hundred seconds . . . That's how long Keimi and Taylor have to discuss and debate which is scarier: someone whispering in your ear or a shadow standing at the foot of your bed at a summer camp. Will they have enough time to factor in mannequins and sleeping positions? Perhaps. There's only one way to find out.

And remember, like a library, at Kiwi and the Bird, shh happens


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The Bird is briefly taking over the podcast! Today, Taylor is giving out her sad book recommendations. If you agree with or question her opinions, use #BIRDBRAIN on Instagram or Twitter to let her know!

And remember, like a library, at Kiwi and the Bird, shh happens.


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This week, Kiwi and the Bird had the pleasure to speak with author LILLA GLASS about her adult fantasy debut THE UNSEEN, which releases July 11, 2023. In this episode, Keimi and Taylor get the inside scoop with Lilla Glass about her fabulous characters, bejeweled setting, and craft. Plus, they chat about roasted pigs, bunniculas, and why Lilla might be on the FBI watchlist . . .

And remember, like a library, at Kiwi and the Bird, shh happens.

Follow Lilla Glass on her publishing journey!

Instagram: @lilla.glass.author

TikTok: @lilla_glass

Website: www.lillaglass.com


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Five minutes . . . Three hundred seconds . . . That's how long Keimi and Taylor have to discuss and debate what they think is the best dessert for Fourth of July: cake or pie. Will they have enough time to talk about small town diner delights? Perhaps. There's only one way to find out.

And remember, like a library, at Kiwi and the Bird, shh happens.


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Five minutes . . . Three hundred seconds . . . That's how long Keimi and Taylor have to discuss and debate what they think will happen in Fourth Wing by Rebecca Yarros. Will they have enough time to talk about brown haired love interests v blond haired love interests? Perhaps. There's only one way to find out.

And remember, like a library, at Kiwi and the Bird, shh happens.


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Five minutes . . . Three hundred seconds . . . That's how long Keimi and Taylor have to discuss and debate common tropes in East Asian Media. Will they have enough time to talk about Caz Song from "This Time It's Real"? Perhaps. There's only one way to find out.

And remember, like a library, at Kiwi and the Bird, shh happens.


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Still feeling some spring vibes? Join Kiwi and the Bird as they go into spoilers and details about Ann Liang's sweet and starry-eyed, YA contemporary (SPOILER ALERT). Be prepared for detailed discussions about C-Drama tropes, why our families wouldn't believe us if we told them we were dating a celebrity, and why we'd lie to the whole world about a fake relationship.

And remember, like a library, at Kiwi and the Bird, shh happens.


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Want one last dose of spring? Listen to Kiwi and the Bird's fifteen minute NON-SPOILER rundown of "This Time It's Real" 's premise, characters, setting, and writing style to decide if this book is the one for you. Curious about what Keimi and Taylor think, too? Keep on listening until the end of the episode to hear what unique rating Kiwi and the Bird give "This Time It's Real" by Ann Liang.

And remember, like a library, at Kiwi and the Bird, shh happens.

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The Bird is taking over today's show in a potentially new episode type, where Keimi and Taylor will take turns individually hosting the podcast. Today, Taylor is chatting about the best romantic quotes from some of YA's most iconic series. If you agree with or question her opinions, use #BIRDBRAIN on Instagram or Twitter to let her know!

And remember, like a library, at Kiwi and the Bird, shh happens.

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Five minutes . . . Three hundred seconds . . . That's how long Keimi and Taylor have to discuss and debate whether they're Team Peeta or Team Gale. Will they have enough time to factor in Liam Hemsworth? Perhaps. There's only one way to find out.

And remember, like a library, at Kiwi and the Bird, shh happens.

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Five minutes . . . Three hundred seconds . . . That's how long Keimi and Taylor have to discuss and debate whether they believe in soul mates. Will they have enough time to talk about "manifest destiny"? Perhaps. There's only one way to find out.

And remember, like a library, at Kiwi and the Bird, shh happens.

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Five minutes . . . Three hundred seconds . . . That's how long Keimi and Taylor have to discuss and debate what would be their role in a murder mystery. Will they have enough time to talk about that time in high school when they played Mafia with their English class? Perhaps. There's only one way to find out.

And remember, like a library, at Kiwi and the Bird, shh happens.

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Need to vent about loving romance? Join Kiwi and the Bird as they go into spoilers and details about Lynn Painter's romantic and comedic, YA contemporary (SPOILER ALERT). Be prepared for detailed discussions about why childhood friends-to-lovers is a fabulous trope, why getting thrown up on would be the WORST, and how K&B would handle a fake dating situation.

And remember, like a library, at Kiwi and the Bird, shh happens.

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Can a book be better than a movie? This book most definitely is! Listen to Kiwi and the Bird's fifteen minute NON-SPOILER rundown of "Better Than the Movies" 's premise, characters, setting, and writing style to decide if this book is the one for you. Curious about what Keimi and Taylor think, too? Keep on listening until the end of the episode to hear what unique rating Kiwi and the Bird give "Better Than the Movies" by Lynn Painter.

And remember, like a library, at Kiwi and the Bird, shh happens.

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Want a quick, non-spoiler book recommendation that you can listen to while driving to work or doing your chores? Then this is the episode for you! In just 300 seconds, Kiwi and the Bird chat about “Better Than the Movie” ‘s plot, characters, setting, and more! Do Keimi and Taylor manage to fit in their ratings for Lynn Painter's YA romcom as well? Listen until the end of the episode to find out!

And remember, like a library, at Kiwi and the Bird, shh happens.

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This week, Kiwi and the Bird had the pleasure to speak with debut author JENNA VORIS about her YA supernova debut MADE OF STARS, which releases March 28, 2023. In this episode, Keimi and Taylor get the inside scoop with Jenna Voris about her spectacular characters, enveloping setting, and craft. Plus, they chat about Taylor Swift, Disney Channel movies, and why crime is a little bit sexy . . .

And remember, like a library, at Kiwi and the Bird, shh happens.

Follow Jenna on her publishing journey!

Instagram: @jennavoris

Website: www.jennamvoris.com

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Five minutes . . . Three hundred seconds . . . That's how long Keimi and Taylor have to discuss and debate which movie is better out of The Notebook and The Fault in Our Stars. Will they have enough time to talk about Ryan Gosling and Rachel McAdams's chemistry? Perhaps. There's only one way to find out.

And remember, like a library, at Kiwi and the Bird, shh happens.

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In today's special episode, Keimi and Taylor debate which Grishaverse characters are which sin out of the seven deadly sins, as well as give a key clue as to a particular amplifier's location for the giveaway! If you are participating in the scavenger hunt, remember: you only have 24 hours to find today's amplifier. The amplifier is available on both T.M. Daliggr and Kiwi and the Bird's social media platforms, so you're welcome to visit either one.

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In today's special episode, Keimi and Taylor take a quiz to discover which "Six of Crows" character they are, as well as give a key clue as to a particular amplifier's location for the giveaway! If you are participating in the scavenger hunt, remember: you only have 24 hours to find today's amplifier. The amplifier is available on both T.M. Daliggr and Kiwi and the Bird's social media platforms, so you're welcome to visit either one. 

And remember, like a library, at Kiwi and the Bird, shh happens. 

"Six of Crows" Quiz Link: https://grishaverse.com/which-six-crows-character-are-you/

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In today's special episode, Keimi and Taylor chat about which Grishaverse character they could take on in a fight, as well as give a key clue as to a particular amplifier's location for the giveaway! If you are participating in the scavenger hunt, remember: you only have 24 hours to find today's amplifier. The amplifier is available on both T.M. Daliggr and Kiwi and the Bird's social media platforms, so you're welcome to visit either one. 

And remember, like a library, at Kiwi and the Bird, shh happens. 

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With it being a week since Valentine's, it's time to talk about heartbreak. Keimi and Taylor asked their followers on Instagram (@kiwiandthebird) about their worst dating stories, and they delivered! From first-date proposals to fake emergency calls, Keimi and Taylor will read these shocking stories word-for-word and give their honest reactions. Which story was the worst? It's up to you to decide. 

And remember, like a library, at Kiwi and the Bird, shh happens. 

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Five minutes . . . Three hundred seconds . . . That's how long Keimi and Taylor have to discuss and debate which trope quote is best: who did this to you or I'll burn down the world for you. Will they have enough time to talk about how water makes things extra sexy? Perhaps. There's only one way to find out.

And remember, like a library, at Kiwi and the Bird, shh happens.

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This week, our handsome bat-chelors wanted to ask key questions that would help them get to know their audience—and see if there’s anyone with whom they could fall in love. In this episode, Taylor (AKA the bird) will reveal the fifth and final question, as well as what stipulations to include in your answer for this ACOTAR box set giveaway. Be sure to follow @kiwiandthebird on Instagram to keep up with the Bat-chelor and enjoy other Valentine's Day-themed fun!

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This week, our handsome bat-chelors wanted to ask key questions that would help them get to know their audience—and see if there’s anyone with whom they could fall in love. In this episode, Keimi (AKA kiwi) will reveal the fourth question, as well as what stipulations to include in your answer for this ACOTAR box set giveaway. Be sure to follow @kiwiandthebird on Instagram to keep up with the Bat-chelor and enjoy other Valentine's Day-themed fun!

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This week, our handsome bat-chelors wanted to ask key questions that would help them get to know their audience—and see if there’s anyone with whom they could fall in love. In this episode, Taylor (AKA the bird) will reveal the third question, as well as what stipulations to include in your answer for this ACOTAR box set giveaway. Be sure to follow @kiwiandthebird on Instagram to keep up with the Bat-chelor and enjoy other Valentine's Day-themed fun!

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This week, our handsome bat-chelors wanted to ask key questions that would help them get to know their audience—and see if there’s anyone with whom they could fall in love. In this episode, Keimi (AKA kiwi) will reveal the second question, as well as what stipulations to include in your answer for this ACOTAR box set giveaway. Be sure to follow @kiwiandthebird on Instagram to keep up with the Bat-chelor and enjoy other Valentine's Day-themed fun!

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This week, our handsome bat-chelors wanted to ask key questions that would help them get to know their audience—and see if there’s anyone with whom they could fall in love. In this episode, Taylor (AKA the bird) will reveal the first question, as well as what stipulations to include in your answer for this ACOTAR box set giveaway. Be sure to follow @kiwiandthebird on Instagram to keep up with the Bat-chelor and enjoy other Valentine's Day-themed fun!

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Five minutes . . . Three hundred seconds . . . That's how long Keimi and Taylor have to discuss and debate the best movie kisses. Will they have enough time to talk about how water makes things extra sexy? Perhaps. There's only one way to find out.

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Want to get one last book discussion about "This Woven Kingdom" in before the sequel comes out? Join Kiwi and the Bird as they go into spoilers and details about Tahereh Mafi's enthralling and entangling, YA fantasy (SPOILER ALERT). Be prepared for detailed discussions about shoulder-snakes, why the Devil might make this love triangle an even bigger love shape, and why Kemi wouldn't mind an arranged marriage.

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Want to jump into Tahereh Mafi's new series before the sequel comes out? Listen to Kiwi and the Bird's fifteen minute NON-SPOILER rundown of "This Woven Kingdom" 's premise, characters, setting, and writing style to decide if this book is the one for you. Curious about what Keimi and Taylor think, too? Keep on listening until the end of the episode to hear what unique rating Kiwi and the Bird give "This Woven Kingdom" by Tahereh Mafi.

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Kiwis and birds, can you escape the asylum to unlock a secret giveaway? Here's your chance! On Instagram, we've posted a mysterious maze that has three different pathways that lead to three different exits. Your goal is discover which path, and thus exit, is the right one by listening to some fun facts about Keimi and Taylor. Once you think you know the answer, DM us on Instagram @kiwiandthebird.

BUT BE WARNED: you only get one guess, and we will not be giving out any clues or hints. Only those who SUCCESSFULLY complete this challenge will be included in the giveaway.

Good luck! And remember, like a library, at Kiwi and the Bird, shh happens.

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Dying to talk about Soak or Oakren? (We're working on ship names.) Join Kiwi and the Bird as they go into spoilers and details about Holly Black's treacherous and captivating, YA fantasy (SPOILER ALERT). Be prepared for detailed discussions about hooves, why the childhood friends-to-lovers trope should be the new thing, and what would be our otherworldly fae traits.

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Ready to journey back to the elusive and cunning land of Elfhame? Listen to Kiwi and the Bird's fifteen minute NON-SPOILER rundown of "The Stolen Heir" 's premise, characters, setting, and writing style to decide if this book is the one for you. Curious about what Keimi and Taylor think, too? Keep on listening until the end of the episode to hear what unique rating Kiwi and the Bird give "The Stolen Heir" by Holly Black.

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Want a quick, non-spoiler book recommendation that you can listen to while driving to work or doing your chores? Then this is the episode for you! In just 300 seconds, Kiwi and the Bird chat about “The Stolen Heir” ‘s plot, characters, setting, and more! Do Keimi and Taylor manage to fit in their ratings for Holly Black's YA fantasy as well? Listen until the end of the episode to find out!

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2023 IS ALMOST HERE, which means it's time to update the TBR list! In this special episode, Kiwi and the Bird go over their favorite reads from 2022, what books they're excited to buy come 2023, and what trends they think will take over the book world from here on out. Be sure to follow them on Instagram and Twitter (@kiwiandthebird) to keep up with podcast updates, giveaways, and more! 

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The Bird is taking over today's show in this new episode type, where Keimi and Taylor will take turns individually hosting the podcast. Today, Taylor is telling the prequel to the How to Win a Snowball Fight story. If you agree with or question her methods, use #BIRDBRAIN on Instagram or Twitter to let her know! Happy Holidays!

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The Kiwi is taking over today's show in this new episode type, where Keimi and Taylor will take turns individually hosting the podcast. Today, Keimi is chatting about why burritos are perfect. If you agree with or question her methods, use #KIWIPOWER on Instagram or Twitter to let her know! Happy Holidays!

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The Bird is taking over today's show in this new episode type, where Keimi and Taylor will take turns individually hosting the podcast. Today, Taylor is chatting about what's it's like to run the giveaway games. If you agree with or question her methods, use #BIRDBRAIN on Instagram or Twitter to let her know! Happy Holidays!

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The Kiwi is taking over today's show in this new episode type, where Keimi and Taylor will take turns individually hosting the podcast. Today, Keimi is chatting about where she'd go in time if she had a time machine. If you agree with or question her methods, use #KIWIPOWER on Instagram or Twitter to let her know! Happy Holidays!

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The Bird is taking over today's show in this new episode type, where Keimi and Taylor will take turns individually hosting the podcast. Today, Taylor is chatting about her favorite (and least favorite) holiday cookies. If you agree with or question her methods, use #BIRDBRAIN on Instagram or Twitter to let her know! Happy Holidays!

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The Kiwi is taking over today's show in a potentially new episode type, where Keimi and Taylor will take turns individually hosting the podcast. Today, Keimi is chatting about what she thinks her superpower is based off her life experiences. If you agree with or question her methods, use #KIWIPOWER on Instagram or Twitter to let her know! Happy Holidays!

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The Bird is taking over today's show in a potentially new episode type, where Keimi and Taylor will take turns individually hosting the podcast. Today, Taylor is chatting about the best way to win a snowball fight based on personal experience. If you agree with or question her methods, use #BIRDBRAIN on Instagram or Twitter to let her know! Happy Holidays!

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Five minutes . . . Three hundred seconds . . . That's how long Keimi and Taylor have to discuss and debate which holiday treats are the WORST. Will they have enough time to blame Great Britain for some of these desserts? Perhaps. There's only one way to find out.

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Want to squeeze in a quick book discussion before Thanksgiving? Join Kiwi and the Bird as they go into spoilers and details about Rati Mehrotra's duplicitous and mystical, YA fantasy (SPOILER ALERT). Be prepared for detailed discussions about vows of silence, how we'd handle ourselves in medieval court, and why long distance relationships back then are near impossible to have.

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Longing for a story inspired by Indian mythology? Listen to Kiwi and the Bird's fifteen minute NON-SPOILER rundown of "Night of the Raven, Dawn of the Dove" 's premise, characters, setting, and writing style to decide if this book is the one for you. Curious about what Keimi and Taylor think, too? Keep on listening until the end of the episode to hear what unique rating Kiwi and the Bird give "Night of the Raven, Dawn of the Dove" by Rati Mehrotra.

And remember, like a library, at Kiwi and the Bird, shh happens.


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Want a quick, non-spoiler book recommendation that you can listen to while driving to work or doing your chores? Then this is the episode for you! In just 300 seconds, Kiwi and the Bird chat about “Night of the Raven, Dawn of the Dove” ‘s plot, characters, setting, and more! Do Keimi and Taylor manage to fit in their ratings for Rati Mehrotra’s YA fantasy as well? Listen until the end of the episode to find out!

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Five minutes . . . Three hundred seconds . . . That's how long Keimi and Taylor have to discuss and debate which Marissa Meyer book cover is the most beautiful (impossible, right?). Will they have enough time to include Jest as evidence? Perhaps. There's only one way to find out.

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Five minutes . . . Three hundred seconds . . . That's how long Keimi and Taylor have to discuss and debate which sound is scarier: a children's toy turning on in the middle of the night or footsteps right outside your door. Will they have enough time to reminisce over Taylor's dreaded encounter with a sorting hat? Perhaps. There's only one way to find out.

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Interested in chatting about all things spooky for Halloween? Join Kiwi and the Bird as they go into spoilers and details about Adalyn Grace's poisonous and lethal, YA gothic fantasy (SPOILER ALERT). Be prepared for detailed discussions about the draining aspects of a ghostly social life, what we'd say to Death, and how we'd solve a murder mystery.

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Wishing for a spooky read for this Halloween season? Listen to Kiwi and the Bird's fifteen minute NON-SPOILER rundown of "Belladonna" 's premise, characters, setting, and writing style to decide if this book is the one for you. Curious about what Keimi and Taylor think, too? Keep on listening until the end of the episode to hear what unique rating Kiwi and the Bird give "Belladonna" by Adalyn Grace.

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Want a quick, non-spoiler book recommendation that you can listen to while driving to work or doing your chores? Then this is the episode for you! In just 300 seconds, Kiwi and the Bird chat about “Belladonna” ‘s plot, characters, setting, and more! Do Keimi and Taylor manage to fit in their ratings for Adalyn Grace’s YA gothic fantasy as well? Listen until the end of the episode to find out!

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Five minutes . . . Three hundred seconds . . . That's how long Keimi and Taylor have to discuss and debate which is sexier: your date protecting you in a haunted house or a kiss in the moonlight. Will they have enough time to talk about other Taylor? Perhaps. There's only one way to find out.

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Raspy, whispered, growly, and rude--having the perfect scary voice is essential for Halloween! That's why we challenged all of you on Instagram to say "Happy Halloween, 2022!" in your spookiest voice. Well, the results are in. Who do you think won? Was it Pennywise or the harmonica? A cackling witch or what we call a 'werewolf baby'? . . . Listen until the end of the episode to find out!

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Kiwis and birds, can you crack our bookish code to unlock a secret giveaway? Here's your chance! There's two ways to complete this challenge: either 50 people correctly answer this auditory puzzle or 100 people listen to this episode. Once you think you know the answer, DM us on Instagram @kiwiandthebird. 

BUT BE WARNED: you only get one guess, and we will not be giving out any clues or hints (besides a visual clue on Twitter (@kiwiandthebird) for today's challenge). 

Good luck! And remember, like a library, at Kiwi and the Bird, shh happens. 


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Want to talk about the power of angst? Let's talk about the power of angst. Join Kiwi and the Bird as they go into spoilers and details about Stephanie Garber's hopeful and heartbreaking, YA fantasy (SPOILER ALERT). Be prepared for detailed discussions about the unexpected spiciness of forbidden kisses, how Danny Phantom helped us understand this book, and what we'd do if we had to make a deal with a Fate.

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In the need of some angst? Listen to Kiwi and the Bird's fifteen minute NON-SPOILER rundown of "Once Upon a Broken Heart" 's premise, characters, setting, and writing style to decide if this book is the one for you. Curious about what Keimi and Taylor think, too? Keep on listening until the end of the episode to hear what unique rating Kiwi and the Bird give "Once Upon a Broken Heart" by Stephanie Garber.

And remember, like a library, at Kiwi and the Bird, shh happens.


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NEW EPISODE FORMAT ALERT! Want a quick, non-spoiler book recommendation that you can listen to while driving to work or doing your chores? Then this is the episode for you! In just 300 seconds, Kiwi and the Bird chat about “Once Upon a Broken Heart” ‘s plot, characters, setting, and more! Do Keimi and Taylor manage to fit in their ratings for Stephanie Garber’s YA fantasy as well? Listen until the end of the episode to find out!

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Five minutes . . . Three hundred seconds . . . That's how long Keimi and Taylor have to discuss and debate which item they'd choose in any given scenario: a sword, a shield, or a potion. Will they have enough time to talk about "Shrek 2"? Perhaps. There's only one way to find out.

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Interested in the intricacies of the childhood friends to lovers trope? Join Kiwi and the Bird as they go into spoilers and details about Mindee Arnett's enchanting and noble, YA fantasy (SPOILER ALERT). Be prepared for detailed discussions about the power of horse girls, why we need a moon belt, and whether we could forgive a friend who, err, essentially exiled us.

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Craving some childhood friends to lovers romance? Listen to Kiwi and the Bird's fifteen minute NON-SPOILER rundown of "Onyx and Ivory" 's premise, characters, setting, and writing style to decide if this book is the one for you. Curious about what Keimi and Taylor think, too? Keep on listening until the end of the episode to hear what unique rating Kiwi and the Bird give "Onyx & Ivory" by Mindee Arnett.

And remember, like a library, at Kiwi and the Bird, shh happens.


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Five minutes . . . Three hundred seconds . . . That's how long Keimi and Taylor have to take a Buzzfeed Quiz to determine what role they'd play in a teen movie. Will they have enough time to figure out who is Troy and who is Gabriella? Perhaps. There's only one way to find out.

And remember, like a library, at Kiwi and the Bird, shh happens.

Quiz Link: https://www.buzzfeed.com/pjo180893/what-cliche-high-school-movie-role-are-you-3572e


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To celebrate posting their fiftieth episode, Kiwi and the Bird chat about the twelve books they've read over the course of the summer. They discuss their top three favorite reads, who'd they would wed, bed, and behead, and announce who won their 'get to know us' question challenge! They also thank their wonderful, bookish audience for their love, support, and listens. Without their fellow bookworms, none of this would be possible. Thank you for allowing them to dream! 


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Is your TBR wanting a new fairytale-like hate/love couple? Join Kiwi and the Bird as they go into spoilers and details about Gina Chen's crafty and floral, fantasy romance (SPOILER ALERT). Be prepared for detailed discussions about the differences in love versus hate versus lust, what we'd tell people if we could see the future, and why secret kisses in secret places are hot. 

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Are you in the mood for a new type of fairytale? Listen to Kiwi and the Bird's fifteen minute NON-SPOILER rundown of "Violet Made of Thorns" 's premise, characters, setting, and writing style to decide if this book is the one for you. Curious about what Keimi and Taylor think, too? Keep on listening until the end of the episode to hear what unique rating Kiwi and the Bird give "Violet Made of Thorns" by Gina Chen.

And remember, like a library, at Kiwi and the Bird, shh happens.


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In need of one last summer hurrah? Join Kiwi and the Bird as they go into spoilers and details about Tessa Bailey's sensual and seaworthy, contemporary romance (SPOILER ALERT). Be prepared for detailed discussions about why beanies are a no-go for fishing captains, why hospitals should be free from naughty activities, and why Keimi would conspire to be the town gossip.

And remember, like a library, at Kiwi and the Bird, shh happens.


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Have you been in some reading-rough waters and are looking for a new book? Listen to Kiwi and the Bird's fifteen minute NON-SPOILER rundown of "It Happened One Summer" 's premise, characters, setting, and writing style to decide if this book is the one for you. Curious about what Keimi and Taylor think, too? Keep on listening until the end of the episode to hear what unique rating Kiwi and the Bird give "It Happened One Summer" by Tessa Bailey.

And remember, like a library, at Kiwi and the Bird, shh happens.


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Five minutes . . . Three hundred seconds . . . That's usually how long Keimi and Taylor have to discuss and debate the topics in their five minute round offs. But today, they're taking the opportunity to name some fun facts about their podcast to celebrate their two year anniversary. Will they have enough time to detail out why they're named "Kiwi and the Bird"? Perhaps. There's only one way to find out. 

And remember, like a library, at Kiwi and the Bird, shh happens.


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Want to talk about something similar to "The Hunchback of Notre-Dame"? Join Kiwi and the Bird as they go into spoilers and details about Erin Beaty's luminous and gritty, fantasy murder mystery (SPOILER ALERT). Be prepared for detailed discussions about how we'd cover for a friend under suspicion, what makes a good detective duo, and why baiting out a murderer always works. 

And remember, like a library, at Kiwi and the Bird, shh happens.


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Interested in a fantasy-murder mystery? Listen to Kiwi and the Bird's fifteen minute NON-SPOILER rundown of "Blood and Moonlight" 's premise, characters, setting, and writing style to decide if this book is the one for you. Curious about what Keimi and Taylor think, too? Keep on listening until the end of the episode to hear what unique rating Kiwi and the Bird give "Blood and Moonlight" by Erin Beaty. 

And remember, like a library, at Kiwi and the Bird, shh happens.


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What's love without pain and a little Spain? Join Kiwi and the Bird as they go into spoilers and details about Elena Armas's summery and spicy contemporary romance (SPOILER ALERT). Be prepared for detailed discussions about professor exes, what endearments we'd give to someone we were fake dating, and why public transportation is unexpectedly romantic. 

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Want some summer lovin'? Listen to Kiwi and the Bird's fifteen minute NON-SPOILER rundown of "The Spanish Love Deception" 's premise, characters, setting, and writing style to decide if this book is the one for you. Curious about what Keimi and Taylor think, too? Keep on listening until the end of the episode to hear what unique rating Kiwi and the Bird give "The Spanish Love Deception" by Elena Armas. 

And remember, like a library, at Kiwi and the Bird, shh happens.


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Five minutes . . . Three hundred seconds . . . That's how long Keimi and Taylor have to discuss and debate the best and worst songs from the musical: "Grease". Will they have enough time to talk about "Beauty School Drop Out" and "You're The One That I Want"? Perhaps. There's only one way to find out. 

And remember, like a library, at Kiwi and the Bird, shh happens.


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Five minutes . . . Three hundred seconds . . . That's how long Keimi and Taylor have to reminiscence over their awkward book/reading  moments. Will they have enough time to talk about chapters 50-55 in "A Court of Mist and Fury"? Perhaps. There's only one way to find out. 

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Five minutes . . . Three hundred seconds . . . That's how long Keimi and Taylor have to take a July 4th Buzzfeed Quiz to determine what firework they are. Will they have enough time to factor in whether they like strawberry shortcake or pie more? Perhaps. There's only one way to find out.

And remember, like a library, at Kiwi and the Bird, shh happens.

Quiz Link: https://www.buzzfeed.com/alivelez/plan-a-4th-of-july-feast-and-well-tell-you-what-kind-of


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Deceived by the plot twist in "Kiss of Deception"? Join Kiwi and the Bird as they go into spoilers and details about Mary E. Pearson's clever and defiant, young adult fantasy (SPOILER ALERT). Be prepared for detailed discussions about love triangle tangents, who we thought was the prince and the assassin, and why we'd never ask "Who's there?" while standing in the forest.

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Craving a royal romance? Listen to Kiwi and the Bird's fifteen minute NON-SPOILER rundown of "The Kiss of Deception" 's premise, characters, setting, and writing style to decide if this book is the one for you. Curious about what Keimi and Taylor think, too? Keep on listening until the end of the episode to hear what unique rating Kiwi and the Bird give "The Kiss of Deception" by Mary E. Pearson. 

And remember, like a library, at Kiwi and the Bird, shh happens.


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Five minutes . . . Three hundred seconds . . . That's how long Keimi and Taylor have to discuss and debate which fantasy creature is better: mermaids or faeries. Will they have enough time to talk about tails and "The Little Mermaid"? Perhaps. There's only one way to find out. 

And remember, like a library, at Kiwi and the Bird, shh happens.


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Five minutes . . . Three hundred seconds . . . That's how long Keimi and Taylor have to discuss and debate which fairytales are the best. Will they have enough time to talk about Red Riding Hood and Rapunzel? Perhaps. There's only one way to find out.

And remember, like a library, at Kiwi and the Bird, shh happens.


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Crushing on Adam Carlsen? Join Kiwi and the Bird as they go into spoilers and details about Ali Hazelwood's steamy and chemistry-filled romance (SPOILER ALERT). Be prepared for detailed discussions about why science is sexy, what we'd do if we were in a fake-dating relationship, and how we'd handle girl code. 

And remember, like a library, at Kiwi and the Bird, shh happens.

*This episode is intended for audience members who are 18+ years.


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School's out . . . or is it? Listen to Kiwi and the Bird's fifteen minute NON-SPOILER rundown of "The Love Hypothesis" 's premise, characters, setting, and writing style to decide if this book is the one for you. Curious about what Keimi and Taylor think, too? Keep on listening until the end of the episode to hear what unique rating Kiwi and the Bird give "The Love Hypothesis" by Ali Hazelwood. 

And remember, like a library, at Kiwi and the Bird, shh happens.


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Want to talk about some supernatural hotties? Join Kiwi and the Bird as they go into spoilers and details about Tracy Wolff's romantic and angsty, young adult fantasy (SPOILER ALERT). Be prepared for detailed discussions about a potential love square, why we think dragons are superior, and how we'd win a snowball fight at Katmere Academy.

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Is this book love at first bite? Listen to Kiwi and the Bird's fifteen minute NON-SPOILER rundown of "Crave" 's premise, characters, setting, and writing style to decide if this book is the one for you. Curious about what Keimi and Taylor think, too? Keep on listening until the end of the episode to hear what unique rating Kiwi and the Bird give "Crave" by Tracy Wolff. 

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Five minutes . . . Three hundred seconds . . . That's how long Keimi and Taylor have to discuss and debate which character type is sexier: bookkeepers or storytellers. Will they have enough time to talk about glasses and jawlines? Perhaps. There's only one way to find out. 

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Five minutes . . . Three hundred seconds . . . That's how long Keimi and Taylor have to discuss and debate which is better: hot dogs or hamburgers. Will they have enough time to talk about the vertical and horizontal axises of both sandwiches? Perhaps. There's only one way to find out.

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Do you love C-Dramas? Join Kiwi and the Bird as they go into spoilers and details about Judy I. Lin's lively and tasteful, young adult fantasy (SPOILER ALERT). Be prepared for detailed discussions about the key to tea, how we'd spy on our intended love interests, and what we think will happen in the sequel to "A Magic Steeped in Poison". 

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You want the tea? We got the tea! Listen to Kiwi and the Bird's fifteen minute NON-SPOILER rundown of "A Magic Steeped in Poison" 's premise, characters, setting, and writing style to decide if this book is the one for you. Curious about what Keimi and Taylor think, too? Keep on listening until the end of the episode to hear what unique rating Kiwi and the Bird give "A Magic Steeped in Poison" by Judy I. Lin. 

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Five minutes . . . Three hundred seconds . . . That's how long Keimi and Taylor have to discuss and debate today's topic: the (nearly) seven deadly book care sins. Will they have enough time to talk about the importance of not spoiling an ending? Perhaps. There's only one way to find out.

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We like big books and we cannot lie. At Kiwi and the Bird: Book Nerds in Session, hosts Taylor "the Bird" Denali and Keimi "Kiwi" Okamura will introduce readers to a myriad of books and authors. Their glowing reviews and recommendations are filled with humor, existential crises, and indistinguishable sounds effects. And, like a library, at Kiwi and the Bird, shh happens.


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Five minutes . . . Three hundred seconds . . . That's how long Keimi and Taylor have to discuss and debate today's topic: which platform has the best Easter emojis (Apple, Google, or Samsung). Will they have enough time to talk about childhood rabbit traumas? Perhaps. There's only one way to find out. 

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Want to go back in time to when love triangles were everything? Join Kiwi and the Bird as they go into spoilers and details about Vanessa Len's fast-paced and time-bending, young adult contemporary fantasy (SPOILER ALERT). Be prepared for detailed discussions about self-righteous heroes, why pretentiousness is hot, and what we would do if we had to slay the person we loved. If you make it to the end of the episode, get ready for a bunch o' bloopers. 

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Desperate for a fabulous YA debut? Listen to Kiwi and the Bird's fifteen minute NON-SPOILER rundown of "Only a Monster" 's premise, characters, setting, and writing style to decide if this book is the one for you. Curious about what Keimi and Taylor think, too? Keep on listening until the end of the episode to hear what unique rating Kiwi and the Bird give "Only a Monster" by Vanessa Len. 

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Five minutes . . . Three hundred seconds . . . That's how long Keimi and Taylor have to discuss and debate which physical trait they like more: open chestedness or a good back. Will they have enough time to reference "Pride & Prejudice"? Perhaps. There's only one way to find out. 

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Five minutes . . . Three hundred seconds . . . That's how long Keimi and Taylor have to discuss and debate which archetype is best: a simp, a daddy, or a baddie. Will they have enough time to advocate for 3AM ice cream runs? Perhaps. There's only one way to find out. 

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Ready to become heartless yourself? Join Kiwi and the Bird as they go into spoilers and details about Marissa Meyer's whimsical and wondrous, young adult fantasy (SPOILER ALERT). Be prepared for detailed discussions about sexy jesters, whether or not macaroons are good, and why we love flamingo-croquet. If you make it to the end of the episode, get ready for a bunch o' bloopers.

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Need your heart broken? Listen to Kiwi and the Bird's fifteen minute NON-SPOILER rundown of "Heartless" 's premise, characters, setting, and writing style to decide if this book is the one for you. Curious about what Keimi and Taylor think, too? Keep on listening until the end of the episode to hear what unique rating Kiwi and the Bird give "Heartless" by Marissa Meyer.

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Five minutes . . . Three hundred seconds . . . That's how long Keimi and Taylor have to react to YOUR ideas about the best hypothetical proposal. Will they have enough time to talk about the beauty in Oogway's death from "Kung Fu Panda"? Perhaps. There's only one way to find out.

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Five minutes . . . Three hundred seconds . . . That's how long Keimi and Taylor have to react to YOUR thoughts about the sexiest personality traits. Will they have enough time to talk about the importance of punctuality? Perhaps. There's only one way to find out.

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Five minutes . . . Three hundred seconds . . . That's how long Keimi and Taylor have to react to YOUR thoughts about the worst foods to eat on a date, where an end-of-night kiss is likely to occur. Will they have enough time to talk about how pizza and ice cream trump romance? Perhaps. There's only one way to find out.

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Five minutes . . . Three hundred seconds . . . That's how long Keimi and Taylor have to react to YOUR thoughts about the best YA book tropes. Will they have enough time to get through all the adoration for enemies-to-lovers romances? Perhaps. There's only one way to find out.

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Are you wanting a plot twist that makes you go YOWZA? Join Kiwi and the Bird as they go into spoilers and details about Brigid Kemmerer's rebellious and romantic, young adult fantasy (SPOILER ALERT). Be prepared for detailed discussions about secret identities, the tea on Moonflower, and how we'd start a rebellion. If you make it to the end of the episode, get ready for a bunch o' bloopers. 

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Looking for some rebellious romance? Listen to Kiwi and the Bird's fifteen minute NON-SPOILER rundown of "Defy the Night" 's premise, characters, setting, and writing style to decide if this book is the one for you. Curious about what Keimi and Taylor think, too? Keep on listening until the end of the episode to hear what unique rating Kiwi and the Bird give "Defy the Night" by Brigid Kemmerer.

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Five minutes . . . Three hundred seconds . . . That's how long Keimi and Taylor have to discuss and debate how'd they'd escape an insane asylum--based off this week's giveaway question. Will they have enough time to get through their fire and pee strategies? Perhaps. There's only one way to find out.

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Five minutes . . . Three hundred seconds . . . That's how long Keimi and Taylor have to discuss and debate which character type is sexier: a runaway heir or a disgraced knight. Will they have enough time to get through their "Aladdin" evidence? Perhaps. There's only one way to find out.

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Five minutes . . . Three hundred seconds . . . That's how long Keimi and Taylor have to discuss and debate today's topic: biggest fears. Will they have enough time to get through their worries about drowning in a bathtub? Perhaps. There's only one way to find out.

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Need some leftover Christmas cheer for the new year? Join Kiwi and the Bird as they go into spoilers and details about Brittney Ryan's nostalgic and festive, children's fairytale (SPOILER ALERT). Be prepared for detailed discussions about rude reindeer, precious penguins, and why Keimi and Taylor would be okay with being isolated in a wintry castle. 

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It's holiday season, readers! Listen to Kiwi and the Bird's fifteen minute NON-SPOILER rundown of "The Legend of Holly Claus" 's premise, characters, setting, and writing style to decide if this Christmas book is the one for you. Curious about what Keimi and Taylor think, too? Keep on listening until the end of the episode to hear what unique rating Kiwi and the Bird give "The Legend of Holly Claus" by Brittney Ryan. 

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Five minutes . . . Three hundred seconds . . . That's how long Keimi and Taylor have to discuss and debate today's topic: hot coco and eggnog. Will they have enough time to get through their pinnacle points about creaminess and holiday tradition? Perhaps. There's only one way to find out. 

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Five minutes . . . Three hundred seconds . . . That's how long Keimi and Taylor have to discuss and debate today's topic: fast food restaurants. Will they have enough time to get through the importance of drive thru's and curly fries? Perhaps. There's only one way to find out. 

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To celebrate posting their twenty-fifth episode, Kiwi and the Bird chat about the YA books they've read over the course of the year. They discuss their favorite book characters, their favorite book covers, who'd they f***, marry, or kill, and more! They also thank their wonderful, bookish audience for their love, support, and listens. Without their fellow bookworms, none of this would be possible. 

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Still need some Halloween vibes in your life? Join Kiwi and the Bird as they go into spoilers and details about Kerri Maniscalco's dark and mystical, young adult fantasy (SPOILER ALERT). Be prepared for detailed discussions about demons, cannolis, and why we'd instantly sign for House of Wrath. If you make it to the end of the episode, get ready for a bunch o' bloopers.

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Desperate to get in the mood for Halloween? Listen to Kiwi and the Bird's fifteen minute NON-SPOILER rundown of "Kingdom of the Wicked" 's premise, characters, setting, and writing style to decide if this book is the one for you. Curious about what Keimi and Taylor think, too? Keep on listening until the end of the episode to hear what unique rating Kiwi and the Bird give "Kingdom of the Wicked" by Kerri Maniscalco. 

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Wondering what we think about sexy times in space? Join Kiwi and the Bird as they go into spoilers and details about Ruby Dixon's steamy and out-of-this-world, science fiction romance (SPOILER ALERT). Be prepared for detailed discussions about tails, Not-Hoths, and what makes for an intergalactic simp. If you make it to the end of the episode, get ready for a bunch o' bloopers.

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Want an out-of-this-world romance? Listen to Kiwi and the Bird's fifteen minute NON-SPOILER rundown of "Ice Planet Barbarians" 's premise, characters, setting, and writing style to decide if this book is the one for you. Curious about what Keimi and Taylor think, too? Keep on listening until the end of the episode to hear what unique rating Kiwi and the Bird give "Ice Planet Barbarians" by Ruby Dixon. 

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Are you in the mood to talk about a heist? Join Kiwi and the Bird as they go into spoilers and details about Leigh Bardugo's gripping and mischievous, YA high fantasy (SPOILER ALERT). Be prepared for detailed discussions about waffles, simps, and why we love emotionally unavailable, murderous bad boys. If you make it to the end of the episode, get ready for a bunch o' bloopers.

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Is "Six of Crows" worth the hype? Listen to Kiwi and the Bird's fifteen minute NON-SPOILER rundown of "Six of Crows" 's premise, characters, setting, and writing style to decide if this book is the one for you. Curious about what Keimi and Taylor think, too? Keep on listening until the end of the episode to hear what unique rating Kiwi and the Bird give "Six of Crows" by Leigh Bardugo.

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Need to talk to some fellow Darklina fans? Join Kiwi and the Bird as they go into spoilers and details about Leigh Bardugo's vivid and engaging, YA high fantasy (SPOILER ALERT). Be prepared for detailed discussions about secret make-outs, the future of fashion with keftas, and how cartography can prove to be a powerful skill. If you make it to the end of the episode, get ready for a bunch o' bloopers.

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Need a bookish introduction to epic fantasy? Listen to Kiwi and the Bird's fifteen minute NON-SPOILER rundown of "Shadow and Bone" 's premise, characters, setting, and writing style to decide if this book is the one for you. Curious about what Keimi and Taylor think, too? Keep on listening until the end of the episode to hear what unique rating Kiwi and the Bird give "Shadow and Bone" by Leigh Bardugo.

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Desperate for some book talk? Join Kiwi and the Bird as they go into spoilers and details about E. Lockhart's clever and heartbreaking, YA psychological thriller (SPOILER ALERT). Be prepared for detailed discussions about private island delights, purple rocks, and how the plot twist wholly and completely ruined us. If you make it to the end of the episode, get ready for a bunch o' bloopers.

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In the mood to cry? Listen to Kiwi and the Bird's fifteen minute NON-SPOILER rundown of "We Were Liars" 's premise, characters, setting, and writing style to decide if this book is the one for you. Curious about what Keimi and Taylor think, too? Keep on listening until the end of the episode to hear what unique rating Kiwi and the Bird give "We Were Liars" by E. Lockhart. 

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Need someone to talk to about the intricacies of "The Night Circus?" Join Kiwi and the Bird as they go into spoilers and details about Erin Morgenstern's wondrous and dreamy, magical fantasy (SPOILER ALERT). Be prepared for detailed discussions about magical duels, ghost mentors, and how Marco's unexpected charms beguiled us all. If you make it to the end of the episode, get ready for a bunch o' bloopers.

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Want to read about a fantastical, dreamy Cirque du Soleil? Listen to Kiwi and the Bird's fifteen minute NON-SPOILER rundown of "The Night Circus" 's premise, characters, setting, and writing style to decide if this book is the one for you. Curious about what Keimi and Taylor think, too? Keep on listening until the end of the episode to hear what unique rating Kiwi and the Bird give "The Night Circus" by Erin Morgenstern.

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Eager to debate which is better: anarchists or renegades? Join Kiwi and the Bird as they go into spoilers and details about Marissa Meyer's action-packed, superhero story (SPOILER ALERT). Be prepared for detailed discussions about which superpowers are best, why Max is the cutest 10-year-old boy, and how Adrian and Nova's crush-casual relationship drove us insane. If you make it to the end of the episode, get ready for a bunch o' bloopers. 

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Want a reason to love villains over superheroes? Listen to Kiwi and the Bird's fifteen minute NON-SPOILER rundown of "Renegades" 's premise, characters, setting, and writing style to decide if this book is the one for you. Curious about what Keimi and Taylor think, too? Keep on listening until the end of the episode to hear what unique rating Kiwi and the Bird give "Renegades" by Marissa Meyer. 

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Need help dissecting the beguiling mystery that is "The Inheritance Games?" Join Kiwi and the Bird as they go into spoilers and details about Jennifer Lynn Barnes' latest book (SPOILER ALERT). Be prepared for a lot of gushing over Grayson and Jameson, thoughtful debates over lemon and blueberry scones, and whether or not Kiwi and the Bird think the dangers that go along with having $46.2 billion is worth it (uh, it's $46.2 billion, of course it's worth it). If you make it to the end of the episode, get ready for a bunch o' bloopers. 

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Need a YA mystery to solve? Listen to Kiwi and the Bird's fifteen minute NON-SPOILER rundown of "The Inheritance Games" 's premise, characters, setting, and writing style to decide if this book is right for you. Curious about what Keimi and Taylor think, too? Keep on listening until the end of the episode to hear what unique rating Kiwi and the Bird give "The Inheritance Games" by Jennifer Lynn Barnes. 

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Want someone you can talk to about "Serpent & Dove?" Join Kiwi and the Bird as they go into spoilers and details about Shelby Mahurin's fantastical world of witches (SPOILER ALERT). Be prepared for a lot of references to "The Hunchback of Notre Dame," a deep analysis of sticky buns, and countless witch-related puns. If you manage to survive until the end of the episode, get ready for a bunch o' bloopers. 

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Craving a witchy read to add to your TBR pile? Listen to Kiwi and the Bird's fifteen minute NON-SPOILER rundown of "Serpent & Dove" 's premise, characters, setting, and writing style to decide if this book is right for you. Curious about what Keimi and Taylor think, too? Keep on listening until the end of the episode to hear what unique rating Kiwi and the Bird give "Serpent & Dove" by Shelby Mahurin. 

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Have you recently read "Eleanor & Park" and need to someone to talk to about it? Join Kiwi and the Bird as they go into spoilers and details about Rainbow Rowell's award-winning masterpiece (SPOILER ALERT). Be prepared for a lot of squeaks and squeals over hand holding, detailed discussions about the importance of double A batteries, and why pansy necklaces are the best romantic gifts. If you manage to stick it out until the end, get ready for a bunch o' bloopers. 

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Have you been searching for an enjoyable, heartfelt YA contemporary to read? Give "Eleanor & Park" by Rainbow Rowell a try. Not convinced? Listen to Kiwi and the Bird's fifteen minute NON-SPOILER rundown of "Eleanor & Park" 's premise, characters, setting, and writing style to decide if this book is right for you. Curious about what Keimi and Taylor think, too? Keep on listening until the end of the episode to hear what unique rating Kiwi and the Bird give "Eleanor & Park" by Rainbow Rowell. 

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Ready to sink your teeth back into the infamous "Twilight" saga by Stephenie Meyer? Join Taylor and Keimi as they go into spoilers and details about every book in the "Twilight" series (SPOILER ALERT). Be prepared for a lot of in-depth discussions about varying vampiric topics, an insane amount of giggling over Edward's khakis, and a whole bunch of bloopers (at the end of the episode). 

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As Midnight Sun came out on August 4th, Taylor "the Bird" Michelle and Keimi "Kiwi" Okamura decide to sink their teeth back into 'Twilight.' Wondering if it "sucks?" Listen to Kiwi and the Bird's ten minute NON-SPOILER rundown of 'Twilight's' premise, characters, setting, and writing style to decide if this book is right for you. Curious about what we think, too? Keep on listening until the end of the episode to hear what unique rating Keimi and Taylor give 'Twilight' by Stephenie Meyer.  

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Have you read 'The Wrath & the Dawn' by Renée Ahdieh and are dying to talk to someone about it? Look no further! Join hosts Taylor and Keimi in their in-depth discussion about the spellbinding, Arabian Nights-inspired tale (SPOILER ALERT). Be prepared for some gushing over Khalid, some inspiring notes about Shahrzad, and some over-the-top jokes and giggling. And, if you make it to the end of the episode, get ready for some good ole bloopers.  

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Are you a lover of enemies-lovers romances, lyrical writing, and magical settings not typically seen in YA Fiction? -- Give The Wrath & the Dawn by Renée Ahdieh a try! Don't believe us? Listen to Kiwi and the Bird's ten minute NON-SPOILER rundown of TW&TD's premise, characters, setting, and writing style to decide if this book is right for you. Curious about what we think, too? Keep on listening to the end of the episode to hear what unique rating Keimi and Taylor give The Wrath & the Dawn. 

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Curious about what the heck "Kiwi and the Bird" is? Here's the simple answer: it's a book podcast hosted by Taylor "the Bird" Michelle and Keimi "Kiwi" Okamura. Interested in how we operate? This trailer gives you a great taste of how we work. It describes the two different types of episodes we have: book recommendations and book discussions. As well, it dives into how we judge the books we read (with a rating scale of 1-7, complete with punny titles). If all of this sounds attractive, don't be afraid to subscribe to the podcast and follow us on social media @kiwiandthebird. 

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