Westcoast Booksters: Recent Episodes
Kendra Radke
In the world of entertainment...
Someone has to write it first.
Kendra and Jess take you in between the pages of a book.
Love or hate it. This podcast covers both sides in an epic book battle.
Pick a corner and decide who won.
Love YA thrillers and Jessica Goodman? In this spoiler-free interview,best-seller author Jessica Goodman takes us behind the scenes of Lies Between Us. Fans of 90210 don't want to miss this one! Whether you're already a Jessica Goodman fan or searching for your next mystery read, this episode is packed with insights—without giving away a single spoiler.
Bestselling fantasy author Lynette Noni joins the Westcoast Booksters Podcast to discuss her newest novel, Shadow Reaper.
In this exclusive author interview, Lynette shares what readers can expect from her latest fantasy adventure. Whether you've been a longtime fan of Lynette Noni or you're discovering her books for the first time, this episode offers behind-the-scenes insights you won't want to miss.
If you love YA fantasy, epic fantasy, author interviews, and discovering new books, tune in for this conversation with one of today's most popular fantasy authors.
Bestselling author Sarah Everett joins the Westcoast Booksters Podcast to discuss her heartfelt new novel, The Romance Rewind. Whether you're already a fan of The Romance Rewind, love contemporary romance with an emotional twist, or enjoy hearing authors talk about their books, this interview is one you won't want to miss.
*]:pointer-events-auto R6Vx5W_threadScrollVars scroll-mb-[calc(var(--scroll-root-safe-area-inset-bottom,0px)+var(--thread-response-height))] scroll-mt-[calc(var(--header-height)+min(200px,max(70px,20svh)))]" dir="auto" data-turn-id= "request-WEB:0a0d2589-87d5-45c4-aaef-92a582e57fff-9" data-turn-id-container= "request-WEB:0a0d2589-87d5-45c4-aaef-92a582e57fff-9" data-testid= "conversation-turn-14" data-scroll-anchor="false" data-turn= "assistant"> In the final episode of our romance book battle series, we're diving into the ongoing reader debate surrounding Love and Other Words by Christina Lauren and Every Summer After by Carley Fortune. With both books featuring childhood friends-to-lovers romance, dual timelines, emotional summer nostalgia, heartbreaking secrets, and second-chance love stories, readers have been comparing these bestselling romances since Every Summer After was released.
We're breaking down the similarities, the differences, the emotional impact, and the moments that made BookTok obsessed with both stories. From favorite characters and devastating plot twists to the growing excitement around the upcoming Every Summer After adaptation, this episode covers everything romance readers have been debating online.
If you love contemporary romance, emotional love stories, summer reads, BookTok books, friends-to-lovers tension, and messy romance discussions, this finale is for you.
In Episode 2, I'm diving into the ultimate contemporary romance showdown: Love and Other Words by Christina Lauren versus Every Summer After by Carley Fortune. I compare the emotional damage, the childhood friends-to-lovers tension, the heartbreaking miscommunication, and the nostalgic summer romance vibes that made readers obsessed with both books.
With the upcoming Every Summer After adaptation generating buzz, we're breaking down whether the viral BookTok favorite lives up to the hype. Expect spoilers, favorite scenes, character rankings, and all the angst-filled romance reader chaos.
If you love contemporary romance books, emotional love stories, friends-to-lovers romance, second-chance romance, summer reads, BookTok recommendations, and romance novel adaptations, this episode is for you.
If you're looking for your next emotional romance obsession, this episode is for you. I'm diving into two popular contemporary romance books Love and Other Words by Christina Lauren and Every Summer After by Carley Fortune. I break down the nostalgic summer settings, childhood friendships and adult problems of these second chance romance books to answer one vital question...is one like the other? Things could get messy.
All the summer vibes you need. Just remmeber to bring some tissues. Jessica M. Felleman joins me on this episode for a heart-filled love story that makes you want to root for the characters and give them a hug. This young adult book is perfect for people who need Summer I turned Pretty vibes but without the love triangle.
Step into a new world with us. We're traveling to an island and fighting the most powerful people that aren't as great as people say they are. We're getting the stories that inspire the book with Cliodhna O'Sullivan and just how much of it comes from her real world expeirence.
A magical time is limited to a few days before the carnival leaves for the next town. Nothing is as it seems, almost like the moment you step past the gate, you're enchanted. This is one opportunity you can't miss! Angela Montoya is on the podcast to tell us all about her newest book Carnival Fantastico. A young adult romantasy that will have you wanting more.
Young Love always takes you to the weirdest places. Kasie West is telling us about her newest young adult book, Room to Breathe as she reminisces about her high school days? All of her young adult romance is sweet, but she also has an adult romance on the way!
Are you ready for the final episode of The Last Mrs. Parish VS Housemaid? What happens to these toxic husbands? Do the wives escape? We're comparing these two, thriller books and giving you all details about these relationships from hell.
Get ready to find out how the wives were caught in the monsterous husbands' web of abuse. We're diving back into The Last Mrs. Parish and Housemaid. This mini series will make you think twice about who you let in your life.
Are you ready to start an affair in 2026? In The Last Mrs. Parrish and Housemaid, our main characters are! Let's watch these characters burn these marriages to the ground. Will the wives pick up the pieces are throw gasoline on the fire?
Let's start from the beginning. Because every monster has an orgin story. You just have to decide who the monster is. We're talking about Housemaid by Frieda McFadden and The Last Mrs. Parrish by Liv Constantine, comparing the two books. These two thriller books have twists you won't see coming.
It's a new beginning of trouble lead by Kendra and her guest, Fazlin. We're diving into The Last Mrs. Parrish and Housemaid to play the little game I like to call is one like the other! Come get to know the twisted tales that grabbed our attention. Get ready for whip lash and gasps.
Fangs but in the 1800s. Let's see those sharp teeth poke through all those layers of clothing. Angela Montoya is talking about her book A Cruel Thirst and we find out who inspired her for this book...honestly best inspiration story ever.
1900s here we come! That's right! BURN! (Only some of you will get that joke) We're using 90s lingo in this episode. Does that make this book historical fiction...we'll put a pin in it. Cynthis Murphy joins me for a little stabby fun, just between us girls with her newest book Keep Your Friends Close. Let's take it back right before the millienium and party like its 1999. From the author who brought you Win Lose Kill Die, she's making it hard for some of these students to make it to graduation....alive.
We've reached all we can take from this book battle. The end is here! The battle was bloody, and everyone needs to suffer, just like I did while reading these two books. Let's tear them apart together. We'll call it reading trauma bonding.
Why are fantasy books so extra? This is episode four of Red Queen VS Powerless! Can you see the light at the end of the tunnel? Since its a fantasy batte, we'll call the light, a blaze come forth of magical wisps. This is a battle you can't miss...especially if you're in my corner.
Are we in the soggy middle? Come find out why no one likes cereal that sits out in milk! Are we still talking about books? Yes! The thrid episode of diving into Red Queen and Powerless is finally here and you can't miss it.
Let's dive back into both Red Queen and Powerless and see double. Is one like the other? I guess we'll find out together. This is episode 2 in thise series!
It only takes one accusation but this one had toooo many. I'm diving into Red Queen and Powerless to see how similar they are. A thief, a prince and a seamstress enter a kingdom, what trouble can they get into?
There's a lot of questions when the dead comes back to haunt you. Rory Power is on the podcast to talk all about Kill Creature, her newest book, a young adult thriller. Sometimes the dead don't stay dead, and the killer needs to figure out why.
We're all getting revenge on the man who cheated. Come hang out with us and the three women who need our help solving a crime of passion! Even after he dies, the ex is causing problems. But we're on the case! Disguises are necessary.
Liz Lawson joins the podcast to talk all about her newest book Murder Between Friends. Come put the clues together with them and see who the suspects are, and if it ends with everyone alive...
Final episode! Are the rumors true? Find out in this episode with your host Kendra. The thrilling ending to the question readers claim in the reviews, is Verity and The Wife Upstairs the same?
I've introduced the characters. Now we get into the nitty gritty details. What makes everyone say these two books are exactly alike? Let's go over it! Bring a snack. This is episode dos in this series
These two books have been fighting for dominance for years now. But are they really as alike as everyone claims them to be? Let's find out...together.
We have a new adventure that opens up worlds for the bashful introvert. Explore Taiwan with Gloria and Kendra and all the new characters you're about to meet. The main characer, Gemma, is learning about her culture and family she never got to meet, while her pesky ex finds a way to insert himself into the adventure she was meant for.
The FINAL episode to the Carval VS Phantasma showdown. Let's end this! Is the accusation correct? Find out in this episode. We spill all the tea.
Let's begin! It's time to investigate every nook and cranny of these 2 books. Carnival VS Mansion. We can compare magical notes or lack thereof...
Time to meet the characters! We introduce all the sisters and their roles in the books. Which sister was your favorite? You'll figure out which one is mine in this episode. But fair warning...I'm here to cause a lot of trouble.
Kendrama is back! But what does she have up her sleeve...fun times with books. But only better, because she's here to stir up trouble. A new battle had formed. And the only way to win is to get in between the pages.
We talk zombies and vampires and romance! Oh my! We celebrate our 100th episode with Jessica interviewing Kendra about her published books. It's a behind the scenes of Kendra's chaotic mind and how she got started. It's gonna be a riot...
There's three tests to find out who the Sun Queen will be! Kendra only needs one to figure out if she wants to read the book...find out if Jessica convinces her to to pick it up. Meet us in jail, where it all begins.
Let me explain, Death is a person and he has a Godson. There is terrible trouble, and the reaper and the angel are the guardians. A ghost and a vampire want to help but don't know they're crucial for one tiny moment, to make sure the story flows. And if you can't understand that, maybe Jessica can help you. Kendra can definitely confuse you a little more if you just ask nicely...
Squish the sand between your toes and enjoy the sun because we're all on vacation...or almost. One of us is working--or she planned to work--she might be falling in love instead. Join us with Neely Tubati Alexander for her new book In a Not so Perfect World!
Let's all follow Cinzel on our last journey with all of Leslie Vedder's characters in The Bone Spindle series! Cry and laugh with us through all the fairytales she manages to cram into the book before THE END!
We're getting eaten by dragons becasue we're going to your favortire dragon college to join the riders. It's that time of year again! Who loved it more? There's a clear winner to this battle. Listen to find out who...
Get ready for Royalty! American royalty! That's right we went back in time and gave George Washington a crown, and his family still runs the country. Secrets are the key to everything and we go over all of them to see who will survive by the end of the book...
Enter the world of invisibility. Or so we thought. Addie Larue ghosts through life trying to leave her mark. Is it a gift or a curse? Kendra and Jess discuss The Invisible Life of Addie LaRue and everyone's going to remeber this battle.
We speak zombie. And we're here to tell you all their secrets in the Rot and Ruin series with Jonathan Maberry. FYI, katanas are mentioned. This is more than zombies, it's a journey and you're invited to the undead party.
We're goig to France with Constance Sayers to stay in a magnificent villa. But everything is not as it seems. Come solve a decades long mystery with us and go on a spooky adventure.
Come have a blast from the past with us and Alexandra Monir as we go back to Agrabah and the beloved characters in the Disney movie Aladdin. Only this time the main character is Princess Jasmine! Its time to find out what happened after the movie ended.
Let's bring the worlds together by destroying what keeps them a part. We just have to find him first...and make everyone get along. Don't worry Kendra's agreed to stay in Sebastian's cave where she can't scare anyone, and Jessica and Katie are bringing the magic.
Champion of Fate is all about behind every great man is a woman...literaly. Come find the Aristene, a brand new kind of mythical warrior from the mind of Kendare Blake. We're taking you on a fatnasy adventure of new worlds and possibliiltes with swords and buns!
Reality world here we come! We're joining a team of video game players and messing things up for everyone. Leave all your important info at home because hackers are afoot! Kendra and Jess are entering the wolrd of Warcross by Marie Lu.
Shhh! Tell no one you read. Or you might end up in prison. Kendra is sending Jessica to prison island while she watches from afar. The soldiers promised a she would come back. Don't worry she took her big book for protection. To knock some sense into them.
We have news! And have you ever wondered which books we've read, but didn't make it on the podcast? We go over some of our favorites...and not so favorites. Now say the title of the podcast episode but in your best Jack Sparrow accent.
Don your bell bottoms and funky shirt, we're partying with Daisy Jones...or was it The Six? Either way, we've got a matchstick to get backstage and you're coming with us. Our last episode of the season turns back time, all the way to the late 70s. A book by Taylor Jenkins Reid.
The mispronouncing is probably strong in this episode! It's a high fantasy book with clans and magic and death. One of us didn't make it...to the end of the book. Our next adventure begins with crows and ships, but ends with--well you'll see.
We talk about all the touchy feelies! Shatter Me broke both our hearts but for different reasons. We're diving into a world that sounds a lot like 1984, if you make it that far into the book. Boundaries need to be reestablished in this dystopian world.
Watch out for teeth! We're taking you to dinosaur island where you're a tasty morsel to every carnivore you meet. But first we'll feed you...for training purposes. Not to make you scrumptious for the meat eaters. This book battle is over a young adult dystopian and there will only be one winner!
This Harry is a wizard, but not the one your'e thinking of. He plays by a different set of rules and is way to old to be in school. His main problem is a man who follows him around with a sword trying to kill him, and even that takes a backseat when hearts start exploding out of people's chests.
We're going over rivers and through the woods to magical places...oh no! Witch hunters our on our trail. We have Shane and Fi back with Leslie Vedder! If Shane's trusty axe can't protect us, maybe Briar's magic can.
Join us at the round table for a knight of fun! We're following the bloodlines all the way back to King Arthur and it s a doozt of a journey. But first you have to get through the mages. And he's a little drunk on magic at the moment. That's okay, Jessica and Kendra are here to keep you company.
The big island is full of surprises and Jessica and Kendra are drinking Mai Tais, enjoying all the drama. This honeymoon was meant for another couple. Olive and Ethan plan to enjoy every minute of their time in Maui as long as its not together...fate had other plans.
We are kicking demon butt, but also dating them. We're stepping back in the Buffyverse with Kendare Blake. The newest slayer on the street is Frankie, Willow's daughter. So bring your stake and a snack. The old school demon fighting scoobies are teaching the new ones how it's done.
Bring in the new year with brains! There's a new zombie in town and she's not sure how it happened. Let's go through the events and find out how she ended up on the side of the road with a new appetite for brains.
We're taking you into the secret underground hideout to celebrate The Dagger Society's biggest win with their newfound member Adelina. But she has secrets...and she trusts no one. Can they learn to work together as a group, or will she be their downfall?
Podcasting for 5 years gives us ample opportunity to mess it all up! Welcome to a trip down memory lane. We're dredging up hilarious bloopers we've saved over the years just so we can make fun of each other and ourselves. Sorry...but not sorry for the laughter to come.
Kendra and Jess are going to the east coast where they have to fight zombies and escape before being bitten! There will be questions and marriages and someone doesn't make it out alive...and it all started with a girl in a red vest. We're battling over The Forest of Hands and Teeth, and someone's book was burned alive.
Cursed is the second book in Marissa Meyer's newest duology. We talk about all things Serilda and Gild from the first book Gilded. Secrets are revealed without any spoilers and we can't wait for you hear about them first with us!
Temples, demons, and Swords! Oh my! We are off to Japan to find the temples and pick up strangers a long the way. They're all after the same prize, and none of them know how to share.
Two countries have to reunite ad the only people who can make it happen live on live on opposite sides of the world. We have Katie Keridan to introduce a whole new fantasy adventure in her debut book Reign Returned. Let us teleport you into a world with talking familiars that you can't escape from.
What's better than 1 book? How about 3! We're talking about Sarah Henning's Princess Bride retelling series and bring all 3 books to you. We have brave princesses, backstabbing queens and murderous kings. And pirates! Come build a new kingdom with us...or maybe you'll join the warlord instead.
Amari is still fighting for her place among the supernatural spy community and there's a mystery to solve! Elise and Jayden are back in the mix along with brand new characters you'll love...or learn to love. Who's ready for a little trouble? And a lot more magic!
Someone's getting a good tongue lashing in this battle and it's not just Anna...Kendra and Jessica spill all the tea about a high school in France. There will be new friends, new boys, and new drama.
Grumpy or not here we come! Kendra and Jessica go toe to toe over an old man who wants nothing more than to be left alone. We will make you laugh and cry and they will convince you to pick up this book or throw it across the room!
Tea and Crumpets always sound delious, but someone needs to definently bring scones becasue we're going back in time with Tirzah Price and her retelling of Jane Austen's book Sense and Sensibility. The Dashwood sisters are in town and they're ready for murder.
Monsters or humans? There's a war and Debroah Falaye wants to break your heart with love and cruelty. She's giving us a glimpse of Nigerian culture through her book Blood Scion, and we can hold your hand, (for the scary parts) but no gurantees it won't be broken by the time we're done.
Secrets between four siblings will make you choose sides, and make them question everything they thought they knew about each other. Get ready for castles, secret societies and lots of delicious food. We have Akshaya Raman with us, and can't wait for you to meet her!
You'll need a good partner! Someone to watch your back instead of stabbing it. Leslie Vedder is taking us to the witches ruins and its a long walk. And don't forget your favorite weapon, there's evil afoot.
Calling all spicy romance book lovers. Hate is in the air for our newest book battle and we plan to play dirty. You'll need a fan and some ice to get through this episode because we plan to set you on fire.
I just heard the Duke has been seen with a woman. They were riding a horse...together.And she's managed to get sick and now he has to let her stay. Come listen to us talk about how scandalous the Duke is being with his new guest Annabelle.
We're heading up the river for the gold and revenge on the raiders who burned the last dredge. Or maybe the raiders have planned a little revenge of their own...
We're going inside the the head of Adrian Montague in the last adventure of he Montague siblings. Mackenzi talks all about mental health issues Adrian deals with and his struggle to find a place in a world that doesn't understand him. Did I mention the hunt for ghost ships? This episode is for the new normal and you'll find out your not alone.
Did someone say Buffy? The Buffyverse is back with new characters to make up a new Scooby Gang. But don't worry, this new generation of vampire slayers in new Sunnydale aren't fighting without guidance from the original Scooby Gang. Grab a Mr. Pointy and take a tour of a graveyard with us and Kendare Blake.
The legend says there's an adventure waiting for us. We're goin to the palace to check out the latest fashions by the emperor's tailor. The rumor is, he's a bit weird and sometimes his voice cracks like he's in the middle of puberty. We're taking you into the book Spin the Dawn, so don't forget your sewing scissors.
Are you team Emberfall? Or do you love Sylh Shallow? Maybe you just want to obsess over Harper and her kick butt spirit...we have you covered! Brigid Kemmerer talked to us all about the trilogy and we can't wait for you to listen to it.
Get ready to be haunted by Marissa Meyer. She's brought a poltergeist and she's not afraid to use it. Come for the dark story so Jessica and I have someone to trip so we can getaway when the ghosts come out to play. We're asking questions about Marissa Meyer's newest book Gilded. And it's spoiler free.
But is family important? The Story family doesn't think so, the siblings haven't seen each other in years. But when they have a chance to send their children off to the woman who disinherited them, it becomes a race to win the fortune that should have been theirs. But who will win Grandma's love...and money?
One prick of the finger will take you on journey with us and Alix E. Harrow for her new novella. We follow a Sleepy Beauty retelling with a brand new heroine that deserves the spotlight! So come with us and don't forget your sword...
We have the Witches of Orkney flying around the island! Come explore this children series with us and Alane Adams. We promise fun, magic, and trickery. If you listen closely, you can hear the witches cackling...
Let Kendare take you back in time to a small town where the murderer was caught...or was she? Come find out if Kendra and Jessica survive reading All These Bodies, Kendare Blake's new thriller!
The realms are in trouble and Victoria Aveyard is here to save us...or so we thought. Meet the new squad sent to save the world! No one said it would be easy, and no ones said they'd survive.
Are you ready for a whole new world? Step inside of Neal Shusterman's newest book and watch Ash, the main character find his way around. Or is it to late? Kendra and Jess want to take you on a tour of this new reality...don't get lost.
We're up on stage with Becky Albertalli...but ran away when the curtain opened. Stage fright comes at the worst of times. We like being behind the mic, where no one can see us. Don't worry, you're in good hands, Becky Albertalli has a two new characters to introduce in her newest book Kate in Waiting.
The AI's have taken over...but not on Earth. Akemi Dawn Bowman is our guide in the afterlife in her newest book The Infinity Courts. There are four princes, a queen, and a rebellion to tour! Do keep up. And remember the number one rule, if Akemi says run, you better run!
Witches are taking over the podcast and Kendra and Jess are picking up Rachel on their brooms. There's lots of religious guilt and sexual tension...these characters get naughty. But is it naughty enough to get kicked out of the kingdom?
Phoenixes are on our minds as Adam Silvera gives us a sneak peek into his newest book The Infinity Reaper, it's the second book in his Infinity Cycle series. He promises more Emil, more Brighton and more Ness, and some brand new characters you can't wait to meet. You just don't know it yet.
Princes and castles and enchantresses. And let's not forget the hunky, loyal guard...Kendra and Jess will show you around Emberfall. Be wary of the new angry lady stealing horses and falling off tresses, the gossip is she's the new prince's bride. And a handful of trouble. Just remember to bring a heavy coat, we won't be staying on the enchanted grounds and it's snowing.
Ravka is recruiting Grisha for the second army! No powers? No problem! Join the First army and fight for the King! Kendra and Jessica will be there, ready to go out on the fold to get supplies from West Ravka. They heard a rumor The Darkling will be there. We go over all the lovable details of the first book in this trilogy before it comes out on Netflix.
We're sending a new magical world your way with B.B. Alston's debut book! There are dragons and creatures and spies, oh my! A brand new door opened up just for you, let us give you a tour. We have the best guide. It's B.B. Alston himself, and he promised to bring Dunkin Donuts iced coffee...
Bring the New Year in wit the Gold and party like a Pink with Kendra and Jess over the Pierce Brown's book, Red Rising. Kendra has a new crush and Jessica also finds Roque! (Inside joke, you'll have to listen to the episode to be in on it) Come to Mars with us...if you dare.
Gotham has a new superhero in town...or are they all dead? We talk to Alexandra Monir about her latest book in the DC Icons series, Black Canary Breaking Silence. There's new villains in town in this YA dystopian, and they've taken away women's voices. So we are louder than ever!
There's a new planet to explore in Lou Diamond Phillips' book! He goes in depth about the diverse worlds pulled apart. And of course we can't leave out a few questions about his acting and directing career. He's answering all the questions in this is a spoiler FREE episode. And he does voices... you don't want to miss it! Listen to the episode now.
We're headed to Las Vegas! Where we go head to head with the desert with J.L. Esplin. Together we'll get down and dirty with her debut, middle grade novel, 96 Miles. In the desert everything spoils if you're not careful, but this is a spoiler FREE episode. 96 miles is a long way to go for John and Stewart, but we hope you'll cheer them on to their destination! Unless they don't make it....
We go on a karmic journey with Marissa Meyer righting all the wrongs in the world! We talk about her newest book, Instant Karma. It's a SPOILER FREE episode. So sit back and get your beach towel, we're taking you to the beach for a view of the ocean. Prudence will meet us there with her itinerary for the day.
Come hang out with us in the small countries around the United States with Veeda, Jessica, and Kendra! Rural Voices is a new young adult anthology with wonderful stories about friendship and love, including LGBTQ relationships. We talk small town nicknames, rumors, and of course books. This episode is SPOILER FREE and there's some wonderful diverse children's books you'll need ASAP.
Join us with special guests Stacie, Amber and Dean as we go over Buzzfeed's unpopular opinions for the Twilight Saga. We take sides, vampires vs wolves, team Edward or team Jacob, and, of course, book vs movie. We take you back to when it all started with shirtless shapeshifters and shiny vampires that will make your heart swoon. What team are you on?
We talk about all the queens with Kendare Blake and give Fennbirn a proper goodbye! But you'll be able to wipe those tears as Kendare tells us a little bit about her future projects. Where will the conversation lead us....
While sitting around in your robe drinking wine on your couch. Come hang out with Kendra and Jessica as they go over The Woman in the Window! There's nothing better than finding out what your neighbor is doing across the street. You bring the telescope, camera lens or binoculars, and we'll have the wine uncorked and ready to go!
Sometimes that one peculiar trait can get you into the most exclusive parts of the world. Kendra and Jess are entering a time loop so they can talk to all the peculiar children! But we can't stay too long, after all they have to stay hidden from the outside world. Come find out why...
The traveling circus is coming to town and Akemi has invited Kendra and Jess to run away with it. We dive into relationships and mental health in her new book Harley in the Sky. If you're looking for a new diverse book, centered around mental health, you found it. This is a spoiler free episode and we can't wait for you to meet Harley! Join us on our next adventure in the sky.
Explore deep space with Alexandra! We talk about her books The Final Six and the new release, The Life Below! Let's follow Naomi and Leo to Europa and see what they find. Will everyone make it? This episode is SPOILER FREE, so you'll have to read the book to find out. We also have a giveaway for this episode's release. Listen for the details on how to enter.
Welcome to the Panam! Kendra, Jess, and special guest Stacie go over the most unpopular opinions of one of their favorite series The Hunger Games. There will be no poisonous berries to save them. And at the end of this battle, you'll have to decide who loved it more...
Make way for Jane! The shambler slicing, rock star that will steal your heart with all her witty comebacks. During the Civil War a virus spread, and now there's school's for killing the rising dead. Go back in time with Kendra and Jess and find out who loved it more!
Welcome to the new world, where dying it the thing of the past. Governments no longer exist and there's time for everything your heart desires. The only thing you have to fear are the Scythes. Join Kendra and Jess in there next heated book battle! Who knows maybe we'll all go splat together.
You asked and we answered! You're about to get a whole lot of Kendra and Jessica! We took questions from our Westcoast Booksters Family and answered them all. We love you all and hope you enjoy. In case no one's told you yet in the New Year, you are the best! Don't let anyone tell you different XOXO
Should you read the book before watching the movie? It's a question readers struggle with because there's probably a TBR pile staring at them...judging them for even thinking about putting another book at the front of the line. Jessica uses all her persuasive skills to convince Kendra to pick up the book before she suns off to the movies to watch it. Will Kendra listen? Or will Jessica prevail... Who will be victorious?
The black and whites tents show up when you least expect it. Join Kendra and Jess for one night only at the Circus of Dreams. Enjoy the rides. Enjoy the food. The entertainment is one of a kind. And if you fall in love, make sure you find a reveur to find out where it's going next.
Come fangirl with Kendra and Jess as they talk to the incredible mind behind The Lunar Chronicles, The Renegades Trilogy and Heartless. Get ready to take a ride to the moon, or stay Earth bound. Either way we have epic battles coming your way and Marissa to guide us through them.
Rebel Seoul is set in a futuristic Korea. And it's got giant robots! Come join the fight with us as Axie Oh guides us through her dystopian with super humans and government corruption. It's time to rebel with us in true K-pop style. This episode is is Spoiler FREE.
Kick demon butt with Kendra and Jess while they follow Nina in a world with not just one Slayer but thousands. Will the hellmouth eat you alive? Do all demons need to be caged? And the most important question, will the Slayer save the world--again?
We had Kendare Blake all to ourselves and asked her all the hard questions about the Three Dark Crowns Series. We get an inside look at all the queens and wonder what will happen in Five Dark Fates. Who will be the queen crowned? (She wouldn't tell us, otherwise we totally would) We can't tell you, but secrets are revealed.
It's just a game. Don't get swept away by the magic of Caraval or you might end up dead. Follow the clues with Kendra, Jess, and Stacie as we battle it out at Le Serpiente, where the door closes at Sunrise and open after the sun sets. Join us for a sip of cider, we promise our dresses won't turn into nightgowns late into the night-or should we say day?
Secrets are the key with this book. The only difference is you can’t kill the one you told in order to keep it. This secret prances around for all to see. Did you love this twisted fairytale like me? Or agonize it until you read the very last word like Jess?
We're in a part of Jersey called the Burg, and its summertime. It's 1994 where spandex and pocketbooks rule and checks are still a currency! Join Kendra and Jess as they take a ride back in time with Stephanie Plum while she tries out her new job being a bounty hunter.
We dive into the books The Hundred Lies of Lizzie Lovett and As You wish with the author, Chelsea Sedoti. That's right it's a 2 for 1 episode. 2 books in one episode. Did I mention it's SPOILER FREE? Get inside the mind of Chelsea with us. We are not responsible for anyone staring at your uproar of laughter.
A dangerous AI in outer space with an enemy ship on our tail. Join Kendra and Jess on their adventure among the stars where they will battle over which is worse, Aidan, the forever learning AI or the ship set out to destroy the. And who can forget the infected . . .
Join Kendra and Jess at the space academy, where Kendra is trying to escape and Jess won't let her. Will you escape to Earth with Kendra? Or join Jess and become a space cadet.
Join us in outer space! Love on this book as much as we did and shout it out for the whole universe to hear you. This retelling of Jane Eyre in space will keep you on your toes with all the twists and turns.
Who loved it more? Join Kendra and Jess for the first battle of love. Adventures with an incognito princess and a crew of daring travelers to find a place in a world full of destruction.
Join us for more ocean adventures on the high seas. Are you team pirate or team siren? Will there be more tentacles? Will there be rum? Who will win this water book battle?
Join us for a Girl Power packed book that holds all the men prisoners and the women rule the world! You'll see what I mean … start you New Year off with a BANG as we take you to the west where there are no rules and anyone can start a new life.
Opinions collide in this epic book battle between the Westcoast VS Eastcoast. Are you ready to pick a side? Prepare for the ultimate Book Battle of the year. Kendra & Jess VS their guests Paige & Craig. Whose corner are you in?
In the world of Supernatural there's only one man to call. Jackaby. Join us for a twist on Sherlock Holmes stories. Explore the city of New Fiddleham and the house on Auger Lane with us.
Breakfast Club ... but with a twist. Someone dies. Who is lying? Join Kendra and Jess with the 4 accused students and find out their guesses for the murderer.
Do you hear that?
It's Kendra mispronouncing another word.
Can Jess save her?
Princesses in space float around the dark abyss waiting for a war to join! Join Kendra and Jess for their book battle over Winter by Marissa Meyer. This book battle gets heated! WITH LAUGHTER! Check out how many words Kendra misreads and be sure to leave a review of who won!
Love or Hate it?! Join Jess and Kendra as they battle over To Kill a Kingdom by Alexandra Christo. Pick your corner and let us know who won when you review our episode! Kendra may have cursed 1 ... or 5 times. What team are you on Team Elian or Team Lira?
Meet your hosts for the many book battles to come. We pick books one of us loves and the other hates. Welcome to the main event!