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What do you do when you find your book bestie? Start a podcast of course. We are April and Molly, The Book Besties. We talk about everything we love and hate about book, life, and sometimes ramble, please join us.

Book Besties Season 10 Episode 15: Heavenly Bodies

Besties, it's here our last episode! This week we are talking about Heavenly Bodies by Imani Erriu. In this Episode the Besties chat about time travel, trying to stay on track one last time, and the TikTok darling book Heavenly Bodies.

Things talked about in this episode:

Imani Erriu: https://www.authorimanierriu.com/
Dr. Sexy Supernatural episode: https://youtu.be/S_tlAnd5VEw?si=LJqDTU4fJtMgUD7R

Meet Molly and April, they bonded over books and became Book Besties. So, what do you do when you find your book bestie? Start a podcast of course. Hang out with April and Molly as they talk about everything they love and hate about books. Follow the Book Besties on Facebook, Instagram, Tiktok, and YouTube. If you'd like to contact the Book Besties, please email us at bookbestiespod@gmail.com or visit our website bookbestiespodcast.com. This episode is sponsored by Carpe Librium: Bookish Things for Bookish People. Use the code NEWTHINGS2026 to save $5 off of your order of $25 or more at https://beawesomereadbooks.com.

Book Besties Season 10 Episode 14: Shield of Sparrows

Welcome back, Besties! In the penultimate episode of Book Besties Podcast, the Besties talk about the viral romantasy sensation Shield of Sparrows by Devney Perry. Join them as they talk world building, originality of text, and hypothesize about what the next book will bring.

Things talked about in this episode:

Book April Recommends: https://bit.ly/4eEMAXm
J. Penner: https://jpennerauthor.com/
Correction: the fourth member of the Now and Then cast was Meanie Griffith https://bit.ly/4eDR68y

Meet Molly and April, they bonded over books and became Book Besties. So, what do you do when you find your book bestie? Start a podcast of course. Hang out with April and Molly as they talk about everything they love and hate about books. Follow the Book Besties on Facebook, Instagram, Tiktok, and YouTube. If you'd like to contact the Book Besties, please email us at bookbestiespod@gmail.com or visit our website bookbestiespodcast.com. This episode is sponsored by Carpe Librium: Bookish Things for Bookish People. Use the code NEWTHINGS2026 to save $5 off of your order of $25 or more at https://beawesomereadbooks.com.

Book Besties Season 10 Episode 13: Variation

This week the Besties talk about Variation by Rebecca Yarros, their first contemporary romance by the author. Join them as they talk about April’s BookCon experience, misconceptions of the Coast Guard, and decide that Yarros is truly able to do it all.

Things talked about in this episode:

Coast Guard Rescue Swimmer Info: https://www.gocoastguard.com/careers/enlisted/ast
American Prima Ballerinas: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Category:American_prima_ballerinas

Meet Molly and April, they bonded over books and became Book Besties. So, what do you do when you find your book bestie? Start a podcast of course. Hang out with April and Molly as they talk about everything they love and hate about books. Follow the Book Besties on Facebook, Instagram, Tiktok, and YouTube. If you'd like to contact the Book Besties, please email us at bookbestiespod@gmail.com or visit our website bookbestiespodcast.com. This episode is sponsored by Carpe Librium: Bookish Things for Bookish People. Use the code NEWTHINGS2026 to save $5 off of your order of $25 or more at https://beawesomereadbooks.com.

Book Besties Season 10 Episode 12: Cinnamon Bun

This week Besties’ Editor Thom is hosting and is giving you an intro you won't forget. Join the three as they talk about the saccharine sweet LitRPG that is Cinnamon Bun by RavensDagger. Join the Besties and Thom as they talk about how books can be parodies of their own genre, men writing women, and the Besties use their bells liberally while April and Molly yell at Thom in unison. Also is it Alice in Wonderland?

Things talked about in this episode:

Book Con: www.bookcon.com
Carpe Librum: https://beawesomereadbooks.com/

Meet Molly and April, they bonded over books and became Book Besties. So, what do you do when you find your book bestie? Start a podcast of course. Hang out with April and Molly as they talk about everything they love and hate about books. Follow the Book Besties on Facebook, Instagram, Tiktok, and YouTube. If you'd like to contact the Book Besties, please email us at bookbestiespod@gmail.com or visit our website bookbestiespodcast.com. This episode is sponsored by Carpe Librium: Bookish Things for Bookish People. Use the code NEWTHINGS2026 to save $5 off of your order of $25 or more at https://beawesomereadbooks.com.

Book Besties Season 10 Episode 11: Red Rising

You asked, and we’ve (finally) answered! This week the Besties talk about the viral sensation Red Rising by Pierce Brown. Join us as we talk book length, dystopian tropes, and pose the question: did you even care?

Things talked about in this episode:

Cain Marko: https://marvel.fandom.com/wiki/Cain_Marko_(Earth-616)

Meet Molly and April, they bonded over books and became Book Besties. So, what do you do when you find your book bestie? Start a podcast of course. Hang out with April and Molly as they talk about everything they love and hate about books. Follow the Book Besties on Facebook, Instagram, Tiktok, and YouTube. If you'd like to contact the Book Besties, please email us at bookbestiespod@gmail.com or visit our website bookbestiespodcast.com. This episode is sponsored by Carpe Librium: Bookish Things for Bookish People. Use the code NEWTHINGS2026 to save $5 off of your order of $25 or more at https://beawesomereadbooks.com.

Book Besties Season 10 Episode 10: My Sister, The Serial Killer

Besties, PIVOT! We are talking about My Sister, The Serial Killer by Oyinkan Braithwaite. Listen in as we talk about the Eldest Daughter’s responsibility, who out of the Bestie crew would be good at murder, and of course going off track.

Things talked about in this episode:

BookCon: https://www.bookcon.com/en-us.html
Oyinkan Braithwaite: https://oyinkanbraithwaite.co.uk/
Read with Jenna: https://www.today.com/read-with-jenna

Meet Molly and April, they bonded over books and became Book Besties. So, what do you do when you find your book bestie? Start a podcast of course. Hang out with April and Molly as they talk about everything they love and hate about books. Follow the Book Besties on Facebook, Instagram, Tiktok, and YouTube. If you'd like to contact the Book Besties, please email us at bookbestiespod@gmail.com or visit our website bookbestiespodcast.com. This episode is sponsored by Carpe Librium: Bookish Things for Bookish People. Use the code NEWTHINGS2026 to save $5 off of your order of $25 or more at https://beawesomereadbooks.com.

Book Besties Season 10 Episode 9: Morning Glory Milking Farm with Nurse Katie

Besties, this week Nurse Katie hosts as we dive into a genre she loves to talk about Morning Glory Milking Farm by C. M. Nascosta. Join the trio as they talk about the reality of sex with a Minotaur, fun facts about bull semen, and of course going off track with our favorite medical professional

Things talked about in this episode:

BookCon: https://www.bookcon.com/en-us.html
Olivia Dade Interview: https://www.bookbestiespodcast.com/episodes/g73xw4ntetdrbgk-m5dpj-zfam6-f6sry-2j53k-jhfzf

Meet Molly and April, they bonded over books and became Book Besties. So, what do you do when you find your book bestie? Start a podcast of course. Hang out with April and Molly as they talk about everything they love and hate about books. Follow the Book Besties on Facebook, Instagram, Tiktok, and YouTube. If you'd like to contact the Book Besties, please email us at bookbestiespod@gmail.com or visit our website bookbestiespodcast.com. This episode is sponsored by Carpe Librium: Bookish Things for Bookish People. Use the code NEWTHINGS2026 to save $5 off of your order of $25 or more at https://beawesomereadbooks.com.

Book Besties Season 10 Episode 8: Can’t Spell Treason Without Tea

Besties let’s take a trip into the cozy fantasy world of Rebbeca Thorne and talk about Can’t Spell Treason without Tea. Hang out with the Besties as they discuss what makes a fantasy cozy, world building in fantasy realms, and trying to stay on track.

Things talked about in this episode:

BookCon: https://www.bookcon.com/en-us.html
Rebecca Thorne: https://rebeccathorne.net/
Same narrator for the full Tomes & Tea series: https://jessicadthreet.com/

Meet Molly and April, they bonded over books and became Book Besties. So, what do you do when you find your book bestie? Start a podcast of course. Hang out with April and Molly as they talk about everything they love and hate about books. Follow the Book Besties on Facebook, Instagram, Tiktok, and YouTube. If you'd like to contact the Book Besties, please email us at bookbestiespod@gmail.com or visit our website bookbestiespodcast.com. This episode is sponsored by Carpe Librium: Bookish Things for Bookish People. Use the code NEWTHINGS2026 to save $5 off of your order of $25 or more at https://beawesomereadbooks.com.

Book Besties Season 10 Episode 7: Soulmatch

Lock in, Besties! This week we talk about the YA dystopian novel Soulmatch by Rebecca Danzenbaker. Join us as we chat early 00’s dystopian, why we never trust the blond guy, and praise this YA standalone.

Things talked about in this episode:

BookCon: https://www.bookcon.com/en-us.html
Rebecca Danzenbaker: https://www.rebeccadanzenbakerbooks.com/
Die for Me: https://www.shirleneobuobi.com/dieforme
Mr. Right movie: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt2091935/
The Uglies: https://www.goodreads.com/series/44452-uglies

Meet Molly and April, they bonded over books and became Book Besties. So, what do you do when you find your book bestie? Start a podcast of course. Hang out with April and Molly as they talk about everything they love and hate about books. Follow the Book Besties on Facebook, Instagram, Tiktok, and YouTube. If you'd like to contact the Book Besties, please email us at bookbestiespod@gmail.com or visit our website bookbestiespodcast.com. This episode is sponsored by Carpe Librium: Bookish Things for Bookish People. Use the code NEWTHINGS2026 to save $5 off of your order of $25 or more at https://beawesomereadbooks.com.

Book Besties Season 10 Episode 6: The Lilac People

This week, besties, we are talking about Milo Todd’s first novel, The Lilac People.Join the Besties as they discuss the realness of Milo Todd’s work, what queer life was like in Berlin in the 1930s, and what queer history really looks like.

PLEASE BE AWARE that the language in this novel and the discussion of it may be offensive to some folks. We here at Book Besties are talking about this language in the context it is used in the book and not as a derogatory term, please protect your mental health and heart while listening.

Things talked about in this episode:

Milo Todd Research Lilac People: https://www.milotodd.com/books/the-lilac-people/news/the-history-behind-the-lilac-people/
The LGBTQ + History Book: https://a.co/d/0iCr0VGY
The Institute for Sexual Science: https://blog.sciencemuseum.org.uk/magnus-hirschfeld-and-the-institute-for-sexual-science/
Dr. Kinsey and the Kinsey Scale: https://kinseyinstitute.org/research/publications/kinsey-scale.html
George Takei: https://www.georgetakei.com/

Meet Molly and April, they bonded over books and became Book Besties. So, what do you do when you find your book bestie? Start a podcast of course. Hang out with April and Molly as they talk about everything they love and hate about books. Follow the Book Besties on Facebook, Instagram, Tiktok, and YouTube. If you'd like to contact the Book Besties, please email us at bookbestiespod@gmail.com or visit our websitebookbestiespodcast.com. This episode is sponsored by Carpe Librium: Bookish Things for Bookish People. Use the code NEWTHINGS2026 to save $5 off of your order of $25 or more athttps://beawesomereadbooks.com.

Book Besties Season 10 Episode 5: The Grimoire Grammar School PTA

This week, the Besties are back with the cozy fantasy The Grimoire Grammar School Parent Teacher Association by Caitlin Rozakis. This book follows the parents of kindergartners at a magical school, including Vivian who is a complete fish out of water, since her daughter was a mundane, like her, until she is bitten by a werewolf. Join them as they discuss autism coded stories, relatable fantasy books, and the mean moms of the PTA.

Things talked about in this episode:

Caitlin Rozakis: https://www.caitlinrozakis.com/

Meet Molly and April, they bonded over books and became Book Besties. So, what do you do when you find your book bestie? Start a podcast of course. Hang out with April and Molly as they talk about everything they love and hate about books. Follow the Book Besties on Facebook, Instagram, Tiktok, and YouTube. If you'd like to contact the Book Besties, please email us at bookbestiespod@gmail.com or visit our website bookbestiespodcast.com. This episode is sponsored by Carpe Librium: Bookish Things for Bookish People. Use the code NEWTHINGS2026 to save $5 off of your order of $25 or more at https://beawesomereadbooks.com.

Book Besties Season 10 Episode 4: Slewfoot

This week the Besties are joined by the one and only Francesca Zappia as we talk about the dark and twisty Slewfoot. Join the Besties and Chessie as they talk about this witchy historical horror, April makes it clear Molly forced her to read this, and somehow everyone has a desk sword but Molly.

Things talked about in this episode:

Bunny Shifter Books : https://www.goodreads.com/shelf/show/bunny-shifter
The Lost City of Roanoke: https://www.colonialwilliamsburg.org/discover/resource-hub/trend-tradition-magazine/trend-tradition-spring-2025/lost-colony/
All things Chessie: https://www.francescazappia.com/
Slewfoot artwork: https://www.bromart.com/novels

Meet Molly and April, they bonded over books and became Book Besties. So, what do you do when you find your book bestie? Start a podcast of course. Hang out with April and Molly as they talk about everything they love and hate about books. Follow the Book Besties on Facebook, Instagram, Tiktok, and YouTube. If you'd like to contact the Book Besties, please email us at bookbestiespod@gmail.com or visit our website bookbestiespodcast.com. This episode is sponsored by Carpe Librium: Bookish Things for Bookish People. Use the code besties10 to save 10% off your total order through February at https://beawesomereadbooks.com

Book Besties Season 10 Episode 3: Beartown

This week tackle Fredrik Backman for the first time with his book Beartown. Join them as they talk about herd mentality, loyalty, and the worst parts of humanity. Trigger Warning for this episode: rape on page, bullying, violence, gun violence, child abuse, alcohol abuse, body dysmorphia.

Things talked about in this episode:

Madison on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@whatsmadisonreadingnow
The Lottery: https://bit.ly/4ayOKDU
Steubenville Rape Case: https://bit.ly/3OjTciy
Openly gay NFL Player: https://bit.ly/4aOdFot
This episode was filmed prior to the death of James Van Der Beek. Our thoughts are with his family and friends.

Meet Molly and April, they bonded over books and became Book Besties. So, what do you do when you find your book bestie? Start a podcast of course. Hang out with April and Molly as they talk about everything they love and hate about books. Follow the Book Besties on Facebook, Instagram, Tiktok, and YouTube. If you'd like to contact the Book Besties, please email us at bookbestiespod@gmail.com or visit our website bookbestiespodcast.com. This episode is sponsored by Carpe Librium: Bookish Things for Bookish People. Use the code besties10 to save 10% off your total order through February at https://beawesomereadbooks.com.

Book Besties Season 10 Episode 2: Atmosphere

Did someone say historic sapphic space fiction? This week the Besties talk about Atmosphere by Taylor Jenkins Reid. Listen as they talk about 100 tampons, women in military service, and finding unexpected love. Will this viral historical fiction hit the mark for the Besties?

Things talked about in this episode:

NASA never lost anyone in space: https://www.nasa.gov/history/
Medical emergency in space: https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c205r8n0276o
100 Tampons: https://www.npr.org/transcripts/1102635355
Hidden Figures (Book): https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/25953369-hidden-figures
Hidden Figures (Movie): https://www.imdb.com/title/tt4846340/?ref_=ext_shr_lnk
Paris Geller CSPAN : https://youtu.be/821hMXdxfpo?si=PDGLH_gV_iyhvR9Y
Astronauts that have never been to space: https://www.seattletimes.com/nation-world/they-also-serve-why-astronauts-who-never-fly-arent-disappointed/
Addison Armstrong : https://www.instagram.com/addison.armstrong.author/?hl=en

Meet Molly and April, they bonded over books and became Book Besties. So, what do you do when you find your book bestie? Start a podcast of course. Hang out with April and Molly as they talk about everything they love and hate about books. Follow the Book Besties on Facebook, Instagram, Tiktok, and YouTube. If you'd like to contact the Book Besties, please email us at bookbestiespod@gmail.com or visit our website bookbestiespodcast.com. This episode is sponsored by Carpe Librium: Bookish Things for Bookish People. Use the code besties10 to save 10% off your total order through February at https://beawesomereadbooks.com.

Book Besties Season 10 Episode 1: Truth or Beard

Welcome back, Besties! Season 10 kicks off with the indie romance novel Truth or Beard by Penny Reid. Join us as we talk about small town romance cliches, dubious consent, and when character connections make absolutely zero sense.

Things talked about in this episode:

Season 2, Episode 11: https://rss.com/podcasts/bookbesties/427914/
Happier by Marshmello featuring Bastille: https://bit.ly/4c0p5GD
Madison on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@whatsmadisonreadingnow
StoryGraph Challenge: https://bit.ly/45HxECx

Meet Molly and April, they bonded over books and became Book Besties. So, what do you do when you find your book bestie? Start a podcast of course. Hang out with April and Molly as they talk about everything they love and hate about books. Follow the Book Besties on Facebook, Instagram, Tiktok, and YouTube. If you'd like to contact the Book Besties, please email us at bookbestiespod@gmail.com or visit our website bookbestiespodcast.com. This episode is sponsored by Carpe Librium: Bookish Things for Bookish People. Use the code besties10 to save 10% off your total order through February at https://beawesomereadbooks.com.

Book Besties Season 9 Episode 16: The Crimson Throne w/ Authors

This week we are joined by the authors of The Crimson Throne Sarah Raasch & Beth Revis. Join us as we talk about research when it comes to historical fiction, using historical fiction in fantasy writing, and don’t forget this book is YA.

Things talked about in this episode:

Beth Revis: https://www.sararaaschbooks.com/
Sara Raasch: https://www.sararaaschbooks.com/

Meet Molly and April, they bonded over books and became Book Besties. So, what do you do when you find your book bestie? Start a podcast of course. Hang out with April and Molly as they talk about everything they love and hate about books. Follow the Book Besties on Facebook, Instagram, Tiktok, and YouTube. If you'd like to contact the Book Besties, please email us at bookbestiespod@gmail.com or visit our website bookbestiespodcast.com. This episode is sponsored by Carpe Librium: Bookish Things for Bookish People. Use the code holiday10 to save $10 off any order over $40 from now until the end of December at https://beawesomereadbooks.com.

Book Besties Season 9 Episode 15: One Dark Window

This week, Nurse Katie takes the lead with Bestie April to talk about One Dark Window by Rachel Gillig. Join them as they talk about their love of romantasy, when audiobook works and when it really doesn’t, and the perfect comfort of a duology.

Things talked about in this episode:

Abby Jimenez’s audiobook narrated referenced is Zachary Webber: https://www.zachary-webber.com/

Meet Molly and April, they bonded over books and became Book Besties. So, what do you do when you find your book bestie? Start a podcast of course. Hang out with April and Molly as they talk about everything they love and hate about books. Follow the Book Besties on Facebook, Instagram, Tiktok, and YouTube. If you'd like to contact the Book Besties, please email us at bookbestiespod@gmail.com or visit our website bookbestiespodcast.com. This episode is sponsored by Carpe Librium: Bookish Things for Bookish People. Use the code holiday10 to save $10 off any order over $40 from now until the end of December at https://beawesomereadbooks.com.

Book Besties Season 9 Episode 14: The Witch Queen

This week, Bestie April is joined by author Alexandria Arden to talk about the first book in her series The Witch Queen. Join them as they talk about Tiktok drama, what we love about romantasy, and why inclusion in spicy books brings us joy.

Things talked about in this episode:

IMLS Refunded: https://bit.ly/4iJ9w7x
Alexandria Arden: https://www.instagram.com/alexandriaardenauthor/
- https://www.instagram.com/alleycatsandbooks/
- https://www.alexandriaarden.com/
Romantasy Readers Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/@Romantasyreaders

Meet Molly and April, they bonded over books and became Book Besties. So, what do you do when you find your book bestie? Start a podcast of course. Hang out with April and Molly as they talk about everything they love and hate about books. Follow the Book Besties on Facebook, Instagram, Tiktok, and YouTube. If you'd like to contact the Book Besties, please email us at bookbestiespod@gmail.com or visit our website bookbestiespodcast.com. This episode is sponsored by Carpe Librium: Bookish Things for Bookish People. Use the code holiday10 to save $10 off any order over $40 from now until the end of December at https://beawesomereadbooks.com.

Book Besties Season 9 Episode 13: The Frozen River

This week, the Besties are going back in time with the winter-themed historical fiction, The Frozen River. Join the Besties as they talk about feminism in post-revolutionary America, practicing medicine in a small town, and women’s roles in the past.

Things talked about in this episode:

All things Martha Ballard: https://historichallowell.mainememory.net/page/1495/display.html

https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/181591/a-midwifes-tale-by-laurel-thatcher-ulrich/

https://www.pbs.org/wgbh/americanexperience/features/midwife-gallery-diary/

Storygraph Season 9 Challenge: https://bit.ly/3VqOj7w
Carpe Librium: https://beawesomereadbooks.com

Meet Molly and April, they bonded over books and became Book Besties. So, what do you do when you find your book bestie? Start a podcast of course. Hang out with April and Molly as they talk about everything they love and hate about books. Follow the Book Besties on Facebook, Instagram, Tiktok, and YouTube. If you'd like to contact the Book Besties, please email us at bookbestiespod@gmail.com or visit our website bookbestiespodcast.com. This episode is sponsored by Carpe Librium: Bookish Things for Bookish People. Use the code holiday10 to save $10 off any order over $40 from now until the end of December at https://beawesomereadbooks.com.

Book Besties Season 9 Episode 12: Kelsey Navarro Foster

This week the Besties are joined by award-nominated, SAG-AFTRA audiobook narrator Kelsey Navarro Foster to talk about her decade-long career! Join them as April fangirls, Kelsey shares tips for a career in narration, and Molly asks our favorite question.

Things talked about in this episode:

Kelsey Navarro Foster: https://kelseynavarrofoster.com/
C.C. Harrington: https://www.christinaharrington.com/

Meet Molly and April, they bonded over books and became Book Besties. So, what do you do when you find your book bestie? Start a podcast of course. Hang out with April and Molly as they talk about everything they love and hate about books. Follow the Book Besties on Facebook, Instagram, Tiktok, and YouTube. If you'd like to contact the Book Besties, please email us at bookbestiespod@gmail.com or visit our website bookbestiespodcast.com. This episode is sponsored by Carpe Librium: Bookish Things for Bookish People. Use the code holiday10 to save $10 off any order over $40 from now until the end of December at https://beawesomereadbooks.com.

Book Besties Season 9 Episode 11: Frosted Torment

This week the Besties are joined by indie author E.L. Valentine to talk about her book Frosted Torment, which is the first book in the Marked Mortals Saga. Join us as we talk about this epic first book in a dark urban romantasy with fallen angels, demons, and reluctant heroes.

Things talked about in this episode:

E.L. Valentine: https://erinvalentine.com/
Artists mentioned: https://bit.ly/3JTejq3 & https://bit.ly/4p7fnWx
Storygraph Season 9 Challenge: https://bit.ly/3VqOj7w
Carpe Librium: https://beawesomereadbooks.com

Meet Molly and April, they bonded over books and became Book Besties. So, what do you do when you find your book bestie? Start a podcast of course. Hang out with April and Molly as they talk about everything they love and hate about books. Follow the Book Besties on Facebook, Instagram, Tiktok, and YouTube. If you'd like to contact the Book Besties, please email us at bookbestiespod@gmail.com or visit our website bookbestiespodcast.com. This episode is sponsored by Carpe Librium: Bookish Things for Bookish People. Use the code holiday10 to save $10 off any order over $40 from now until the end of December at https://beawesomereadbooks.com.

Book Besties Season 9 Episode 10: Weyward

Besties, we are keeping the fall vibes going today with Weyward. Listen in as we talk family lines, when a historical fiction hits just right, and female rage in novel form.

Things talked about in this episode:

Meg Xuemei X : https://megxuemeix.com/
Storygraph Season 9 Challenge: https://bit.ly/3VqOj7w
Carpe Librium: https://beawesomereadbooks.com

Meet Molly and April, they bonded over books and became Book Besties. So, what do you do when you find your book bestie? Start a podcast of course. Hang out with April and Molly as they talk about everything they love and hate about books. Follow the Book Besties on Facebook, Instagram, Tiktok, and YouTube. If you'd like to contact the Book Besties, please email us at bookbestiespod@gmail.com or visit our website bookbestiespodcast.com. This episode is sponsored by Carpe Librium: Bookish Things for Bookish People. Use the code Holiday10 to save $10 on any order over $40. The code is good for November and December.

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Book Besties Season 9 Episode 9: The Housemaid

Rounding out our month of spooky reads, the Besties discuss the viral sensation and fan recommendation The Housemaid by Frieda McFadden. Join them as they debate the popularity of this book, when twists don’t hit, and yap about the overall cliches in this book.

Things talked about in this episode:

Amy Award: https://authoramyaward.com/
Storygraph Season 9 Challenge: https://bit.ly/3VqOj7w
Carpe Librium: https://beawesomereadbooks.com

Meet Molly and April, they bonded over books and became Book Besties. So, what do you do when you find your book bestie? Start a podcast of course. Hang out with April and Molly as they talk about everything they love and hate about books. Follow the Book Besties on Facebook, Instagram, Tiktok, and YouTube. If you'd like to contact the Book Besties, please email us at bookbestiespod@gmail.com or visit our website bookbestiespodcast.com. This episode is sponsored by Carpe Librium: Bookish Things for Bookish People. Use the code bestiesrule to get a free magnetic bookmark with the purchase of a t-shirt at https://beawesomereadbooks.com.

Book Besties Season 9 Episode 8: None of This Is True

This week the Besties keep spooky season going by diving into Lisa Jewell’s thriller None of This Is True. Join the Besties as they talk true crime in real life, storylines that make you question what you actually have read, and (of course) the importance of Libraries.

Things talked about in this episode:

Baker & Taylor Shutting Down: https://www.publishersweekly.com/pw/by-topic/industry-news/publisher-news/article/98777-baker-taylor-prepares-plan-to-shut-down.html
Single White Female: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0105414/
Storygraph Season 9 Challenge: https://bit.ly/3VqOj7w
Carpe Librium: https://beawesomereadbooks.com

Meet Molly and April, they bonded over books and became Book Besties. So, what do you do when you find your book bestie? Start a podcast of course. Hang out with April and Molly as they talk about everything they love and hate about books. Follow the Book Besties on Facebook, Instagram, Tiktok, and YouTube. If you'd like to contact the Book Besties, please email us at bookbestiespod@gmail.com or visit our website bookbestiespodcast.com. This episode is sponsored by Carpe Librium: Bookish Things for Bookish People. Use the code bestiesrule to get a free magnetic bookmark with the purchase of a t-shirt at https://beawesomereadbooks.com.

Book Besties Season 9 Episode 7: Witchcraft for Wayward Girls

This week the Besties are joined by our good friend author Francesca Zappia for her third spooky season with us. The three discuss the newest Grady Hendrix book Witchcraft for Wayward Girls. Join them as they talk about Big Lady Magic, cozy horror, and men writing the struggles of women well. Come for the spooky vibes, stay for the vibes of a pod favorite author.

Things talked about in this episode:

Francesca Zappia: https://www.francescazappia.com/
NPR Interview with Grady Hendrix: https://bit.ly/4nXsCbZ
Storygraph Season 9 Challenge: https://bit.ly/3VqOj7w
Carpe Librium: https://beawesomereadbooks.com

Meet Molly and April, they bonded over books and became Book Besties. So, what do you do when you find your book bestie? Start a podcast of course. Hang out with April and Molly as they talk about everything they love and hate about books. Follow the Book Besties on Facebook, Instagram, Tiktok, and YouTube. If you'd like to contact the Book Besties, please email us at bookbestiespod@gmail.com or visit our website bookbestiespodcast.com. This episode is sponsored by Carpe Librium: Bookish Things for Bookish People. Use the code bestiesrule to get a free magnetic bookmark with the purchase of a t-shirt at https://beawesomereadbooks.com.

Book Besties Season 9 Episode 6: Bury Your Gays

It’s spooky season again, Besties, and we are kicking it off with Bury Your Gays by Chuck Tingle. Listen in as the Besties talk about what makes a book horror, trying to figure out who Chuck Tingle is, and can a narrator really make or break an audiobook?

Things talked about in this episode:

Bury Your Gays the meaning: https://www.autostraddle.com/all-65-dead-lesbian-and-bisexual-characters-on-tv-and-how-they-died-312315/#respond
Storygraph Season 9 Challenge: https://bit.ly/3VqOj7w
Carpe Librium: https://beawesomereadbooks.com

Meet Molly and April, they bonded over books and became Book Besties. So, what do you do when you find your book bestie? Start a podcast of course. Hang out with April and Molly as they talk about everything they love and hate about books. Follow the Book Besties on Facebook, Instagram, Tiktok, and YouTube. If you'd like to contact the Book Besties, please email us at bookbestiespod@gmail.com or visit our website bookbestiespodcast.com. This episode is sponsored by Carpe Librium: Bookish Things for Bookish People. Use the code bestiesrule to get a free magnetic bookmark with the purchase of a t-shirt https://beawesomereadbooks.com.

Book Besties Season 9 Episode 5: Heartless Hunter

This week both Besties are back in the studio with what might be their biggest book fight yet as they discuss Heartless Hunter by Kristen Ciccarelli. Join us to decide if you are Team April or Team Molly for this episode. Debate the use of period blood for blood magic, spice in YA books, and originality of text.

Things talked about in this episode:

Kristen Ciccarelli: https://www.kristenciccarelli.com/
New Adult vs. Young Adult: https://bit.ly/42RoQs0
Storygraph Season 9 Challenge: https://bit.ly/3VqOj7w
Carpe Librium: https://beawesomereadbooks.com

Meet Molly and April, they bonded over books and became Book Besties. So, what do you do when you find your book bestie? Start a podcast of course. Hang out with April and Molly as they talk about everything they love and hate about books. Follow the Book Besties on Facebook, Instagram, Tiktok, and YouTube. If you'd like to contact the Book Besties, please email us at bookbestiespod@gmail.com or visit our website bookbestiespodcast.com. This episode is sponsored by Carpe Librium: Bookish Things for Bookish People. Use the code hellobesties to get free shipping on your first order at https://beawesomereadbooks.com.

Book Besties Season 9 Episode 4: Death of a Fairy Tale

This week, Nurse Katie is subbing in for April as we cover Death of a Fairy Tale by Emily Fluke. Join the duo as they talk about using Grimm’s tales to influence your work, when a writer is trying too hard, and is motherhood for everyone?

Things talked about in this episode:

Storygraph Season 9 Challenge: https://bit.ly/3VqOj7w
Carpe Librium: https://beawesomereadbooks.com

Meet Molly and April, they bonded over books and became Book Besties. So, what do you do when you find your book bestie? Start a podcast of course. Hang out with April and Molly as they talk about everything they love and hate about books. Follow the Book Besties on Facebook, Instagram, Tiktok, and YouTube. If you'd like to contact the Book Besties, please email us at bookbestiespod@gmail.com or visit our website bookbestiespodcast.com. This episode is sponsored by Carpe Librium: Bookish Things for Bookish People. Use the code hellobesties to get free shipping on your first order at https://beawesomereadbooks.com.

Book Besties Season 9 Episode 3: Binding 13

This week, the Besties talk about the viral sensation Binding 13 by Chloe Walsh. Join them as they talk about book length, book trauma, and the rugby of it all. Will the Besties like this booktok YA drama?

Things talked about in this episode:

Chloe Walsh: https://www.chloewalshauthor.com/
Cruel Intentions Scene April Mentions: https://bit.ly/41R08Yt
Rugby 101 : https://youtu.be/6zvoPEP1LC8?si=sx0Ul_srNLFhEGht
Haka: https://bit.ly/42wU87o
Storygraph Season 9 Challenge: https://bit.ly/3VqOj7w
Carpe Librium: https://beawesomereadbooks.com

Meet Molly and April, they bonded over books and became Book Besties. So, what do you do when you find your book bestie? Start a podcast of course. Hang out with April and Molly as they talk about everything they love and hate about books. Follow the Book Besties on Facebook, Instagram, Tiktok, and YouTube. If you'd like to contact the Book Besties, please email us at bookbestiespod@gmail.com or visit our website bookbestiespodcast.com. This episode is sponsored by Carpe Librium: Bookish Things for Bookish People. Use the code hellobesties to get free shipping on your first order at https://beawesomereadbooks.com.

Book Besties Season 9 Episode 2: Blood of Hercules

Besties join us this week as we take on another #booktok favorite, Blood of Hercules by Jasmine Mas. Listen in as the besties talk about story structure, if this book should be labelled spicy, and discuss the intricacies of using Mythology as your base.

Things talked about in this episode:

Jasmine Mas: https://jasminemasbooks.com/
Storygraph Season 9 Challenge: https://bit.ly/3VqOj7w
Carpe Librium: https://beawesomereadbooks.com

Meet Molly and April, they bonded over books and became Book Besties. So, what do you do when you find your book bestie? Start a podcast of course. Hang out with April and Molly as they talk about everything they love and hate about books. Follow the Book Besties on Facebook, Instagram, Tiktok, and YouTube. If you'd like to contact the Book Besties, please email us at bookbestiespod@gmail.com or visit our website bookbestiespodcast.com. This episode is sponsored by Carpe Librium: Bookish Things for Bookish People. Use the code hellobesties to get free shipping on your first order at https://beawesomereadbooks.com.

Book Besties Season 9 Episode 1: Dungeons and Drama

We’re back, Besties!!! Season 9 is here, and we are starting it off with author Krisy Boyce to talk about her book Dungeons and Drama. Join us as we chat about THE Ohio State University, D&D, and musical theater. There’s also some talk about this fantastic YA book in there somewhere.

Things talked about in this episode:

Columbus Book Festival: https://www.columbusbookfestival.org/
Kristy Boyce: https://www.kristyboyceauthor.com/
Storygraph Season 9 Challenge: https://bit.ly/3VqOj7w
Carpe Librium: https://beawesomereadbooks.com

Meet Molly and April, they bonded over books and became Book Besties. So, what do you do when you find your book bestie? Start a podcast of course. Hang out with April and Molly as they talk about everything they love and hate about books. Follow the Book Besties on Facebook, Instagram, Tiktok, and YouTube. If you'd like to contact the Book Besties, please email us at bookbestiespod@gmail.com or visit our website bookbestiespodcast.com. This episode is sponsored by Carpe Librium: Bookish Things for Bookish People. Use the code hellobesties to get free shipping on your first order at https://beawesomereadbooks.com.

Book Besties Season 8 Episode Bonus Episode 4: Replay of Sunday Live Interviews

In this Season 8 bonus episode, listen to all the live interviews from Sunday at the Columbus Book Festival. Join the Besties as they chat with Edward Underhill about writing queer characters, high school romance with Kristy Boyce, and talk about all the romance tropes with Denise Williams.

Things talked about in this episode:

Columbus Book Festival: https://www.columbusbookfestival.org/
Edward Underhill: https://www.edward-underhill.com/
Denise Williams: https://www.denisewilliamswrites.com/
Kristy Boyce: https://www.kristyboyceauthor.com/

Meet Molly and April, they bonded over books and became Book Besties. So, what do you do when you find your book bestie? Start a podcast of course. Hang out with April and Molly as they talk about everything they love and hate about books. Follow the Book Besties on Facebook, Instagram, Tiktok, and YouTube. If you'd like to contact the Book Besties, please email us at bookbestiespod@gmail.com or visit our websitebookbestiespodcast.com. You can support the Book Besties by joining ourPatreon at Book Besties Podcast.

Book Besties Season 8 Episode Bonus Episode 3: Love and Intrigue Through The Ages Live at the Columbus Book Festival

In this season 8 bonus episode, the Besties serve as moderators for the Love and Intrigue Through the Ages Panel for the Columbus Book Festival on July 12, 2025. The panel featured authors Dianne Freeman, Ann H. Gabhart, and Darcie Wilde. This will be the third of four bonus episodes recapping the 2025 Columbus Book Festival. All four episodes were filmed live at the Columbus Metropolitan Library in downtown Columbus.

Things talked about in this episode:

Columbus Book Festival: https://www.columbusbookfestival.org/
Dianne Freeman: https://difreeman.com/
Ann H. Gabhart: https://www.annhgabhart.com/
Darcie Wilde: https://www.darciewildeauthor.com/

Meet Molly and April, they bonded over books and became Book Besties. So, what do you do when you find your book bestie? Start a podcast of course. Hang out with April and Molly as they talk about everything they love and hate about books. Follow the Book Besties on Facebook, Instagram, Tiktok, and YouTube. If you'd like to contact the Book Besties, please email us at bookbestiespod@gmail.com or visit our website bookbestiespodcast.com. You can support the Book Besties by joining our Patreon at Book Besties Podcast.

Book Besties Season 8 Episode Bonus Episode 2: Replay of Saturday Live Interviews

In this season 8 bonus episode, the Besties talk with Shirlene Obuobi, E.M. Anderson, and Matt Dinniman. Join the Besties as they chat with Shirlene Obuobi about flawed characters, explore old man vibes with E.M. Anderson, and discuss being a pantser with Matt Dinniman.

Things talked about in this episode:

Columbus Book Festival: https://www.columbusbookfestival.org/
Shirelene Obuobi: https://www.shirleneobuobi.com/
E.M. Anderson: https://www.elizmanderson.com/
Matt Dinniman: https://mattdinniman.com/

Meet Molly and April, they bonded over books and became Book Besties. So, what do you do when you find your book bestie? Start a podcast of course. Hang out with April and Molly as they talk about everything they love and hate about books. Follow the Book Besties on Facebook, Instagram, Tiktok, and YouTube. If you'd like to contact the Book Besties, please email us at bookbestiespod@gmail.com or visit our websitebookbestiespodcast.com. You can support the Book Besties by joining ourPatreon at Book Besties Podcast.

Book Besties Season 8 Episode Bonus Episode 1: Romantasy-esque Panel Live at the Columbus Book Festival

In this season 8 bonus episode, the Besties serve as moderators for the Romantasy-esque Panel for the Columbus Book Festival on July 12, 2025. The panel featured authors Ehigbor Okosun, Jennifer K. Lambert, and Andrea Stewart. This will be the first of four bonus episodes recapping the 2025 Columbus Book Festival. All four episodes were filmed live at the Columbus Metropolitan Library in downtown Columbus.

Things talked about in this episode:

Columbus Book Festival: https://www.columbusbookfestival.org/
Ehigbor Okosun: https://www.ehiokosun.com/
Jennifer K. Lambert: https://www.jeffekennedy.com/home
Andrea Stewart: https://www.andreagstewart.com/

Meet Molly and April, they bonded over books and became Book Besties. So, what do you do when you find your book bestie? Start a podcast of course. Hang out with April and Molly as they talk about everything they love and hate about books. Follow the Book Besties on Facebook, Instagram, Tiktok, and YouTube. If you'd like to contact the Book Besties, please email us at bookbestiespod@gmail.com or visit our website bookbestiespodcast.com. You can support the Book Besties by joining our Patreon at Book Besties Podcast.

Book Besties Season 8 Episode 20: We Are the Match

For the Season 8 finale, Bestie April is joined by author Mary E. Roach to talk about her upcoming book We Are the Match. Join them as they talk about this updated take on the Helen of Troy myth with a sapphic twist. This episode talks about updating a classic, the importance of sapphic stories, and making the truly best choice to fall for your enemy.

Things talked about in this episode:

Mary E. Roach: https://www.maryeroach.com/
Mary E. Roach on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@maryeroach
Mary E. Roach on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/maryeroachauthor
Helen of Troy Myth: https://www.britannica.com/topic/Helen-of-Troy
Romeo + Juliet: https://bit.ly/43KywWo
Ice Planet Barbarians Episode: https://bit.ly/43XHMoL
Columbus Book Festival: https://www.columbusbookfestival.org/

Meet Molly and April, they bonded over books and became Book Besties. So, what do you do when you find your book bestie? Start a podcast of course. Hang out with April and Molly as they talk about everything they love and hate about books. Follow the Book Besties on Facebook, Instagram, Tiktok, and YouTube. If you'd like to contact the Book Besties, please email us at bookbestiespod@gmail.com or visit our website bookbestiespodcast.com. You can support the Book Besties by joining our Patreon at Book Besties Podcast.

Take a trip through time to London in the 1700s. This week the Besties sit down with author A.J. West to discuss his absolutely moving book The Betrayal of Thomas True. Join us as we discuss queer historical fiction, developing a story for an American release, and why authentic representation matters.

Things talked about in this episode:

A.J. West: https://ajwestauthor.com/
ALA Library Bill of Rights: https://www.ala.org/advocacy/intfreedom/librarybill
Mother Clap’s Molly House: https://bit.ly/4jDeIsx
Queer History Tiktokers: https://bit.ly/44a2K5a (Yester Queers) & https://bit.ly/4k1evQl (Dr. Anthony Delany)
A.J West Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ajwestauthor/
Blackwell’s Shop for A.J. West’s books: https://bit.ly/45QBU3h
Interview with a Vampire: https://bit.ly/4kFeeng

Meet Molly and April, they bonded over books and became Book Besties. So, what do you do when you find your book bestie? Start a podcast of course. Hang out with April and Molly as they talk about everything they love and hate about books. Follow the Book Besties on Facebook, Instagram, Tiktok, and YouTube. If you'd like to contact the Book Besties, please email us at bookbestiespod@gmail.com or visit our website bookbestiespodcast.com. You can support the Book Besties by joining our Patreon at Book Besties Podcast.

Book Besties Season 8 Episode 18: Before Dorothy with the Author Hazel Gaynor

Besties, join us today as we talk about one of the most anticipated historical fiction books of the summer: Before Dorothy. We were lucky enough to have Hazel Gaynor, the author, join us.

Things talked about in this episode:

Hazel Gaynor: https://hazelgaynor.com/
Columbus Book Festival: https://www.columbusbookfestival.org/
Patreon: https://bit.ly/4jQIqes

Meet Molly and April, they bonded over books and became Book Besties. So, what do you do when you find your book bestie? Start a podcast of course. Hang out with April and Molly as they talk about everything they love and hate about books. Follow the Book Besties on Facebook, Instagram, Tiktok, and YouTube. If you'd like to contact the Book Besties, please email us at bookbestiespod@gmail.com or visit our website bookbestiespodcast.com. You can support the Book Besties by joining our Patreon at Book Besties Podcast.

Book Besties Season 8 Episode 17: Last Night at the Telegraph Club

Besties, let’s take a trip back in time today with Last Night at the Telegraph Club by Malinda Lo. Join us this episode as we discuss what makes relevant historical fiction, why LGBTQ stories matter, and, of course, Molly makes promises to tackle Matt Dinniman.

Things talked about in this episode:

Malinda Lo: https://www.malindalo.com/
A history of Queer Community in San Francisco: https://www.trafalgar.com/real-word/san-franciscos-lgbtq-history/
Male Impersonators From Malinda Lo : https://www.malindalo.com/blog/2021/4/27/a-brief-history-of-male-impersonation
Jubilee Dawn content creator: https://www.tiktok.com/@jubileedawns
Storygraph Challenge: https://app.thestorygraph.com/reading_challenges/4ab14a78-fc45-4b30-bd7c-3c79e1258c3d
Columbus Book Festival: https://www.columbusbookfestival.org/
Patreon: https://bit.ly/4jQIqes

Meet Molly and April, they bonded over books and became Book Besties. So, what do you do when you find your book bestie? Start a podcast of course. Hang out with April and Molly as they talk about everything they love and hate about books. Follow the Book Besties on Facebook, Instagram, Tiktok, and YouTube. If you'd like to contact the Book Besties, please email us at bookbestiespod@gmail.com or visit our website bookbestiespodcast.com. You can support the Book Besties by joining our Patreon at Book Besties Podcast.

Book Besties Season 8 Episode 16: Chaotic Orbits with Author Beth Revis

Strap in, Besties, we’re headed on a space adventure! This week the Besties are joined by author Beth Revis to chat about her series Chaotic Orbits. Join us as we talk about sex in space, pop culture inspirations, and outlining Star Wars Books.

Things talked about in this episode:

Beth Revis: https://www.bethrevis.com/
Hedy Lamarr: https://bit.ly/43BaooQ
Resident Alien Clip: https://bit.ly/45dIhxd
Columbus Book Festival: https://www.columbusbookfestival.org/
Patreon: https://bit.ly/4jQIqes

Meet Molly and April, they bonded over books and became Book Besties. So, what do you do when you find your book bestie? Start a podcast of course. Hang out with April and Molly as they talk about everything they love and hate about books. Follow the Book Besties on Facebook, Instagram, Tiktok, and YouTube. If you'd like to contact the Book Besties, please email us at bookbestiespod@gmail.com or visit our website bookbestiespodcast.com. You can support the Book Besties by joining our Patreon at Book Besties Podcast.

Book Besties Season 8 Episode 15: When Women Were Dragons

This week, the Besties read the alt-history, feminist novel When Women Were Dragons by Kelly Barnhill. Join them as they talk about sibling relationships, societal norms of the 1950s, and decide if this book is worth the hype.

Things talked about in this episode:

Correction: Dr. Carla Hayden was a public library prior to being appointed as Librarian of Congress: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Carla_Hayden
Knot Tying: https://bit.ly/4d9fNGW
Child Protective Services History: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Child_protective_services
Kinsey Scale: https://bit.ly/43pFMXh
Columbus Book Festival: https://www.columbusbookfestival.org/
Patreon: https://bit.ly/4jQIqes

Meet Molly and April, they bonded over books and became Book Besties. So, what do you do when you find your book bestie? Start a podcast of course. Hang out with April and Molly as they talk about everything they love and hate about books. Follow the Book Besties on Facebook, Instagram, Tiktok, and YouTube. If you'd like to contact the Book Besties, please email us at bookbestiespod@gmail.com or visit our website bookbestiespodcast.com. You can support the Book Besties by joining our Patreon at Book Besties Podcast.

Book Besties Season 8 Episode 14: An Academy for Liars

On this week's episode of Book Besties, we talk about An Academy for Liars by Alexis Henderson. Join us as we talk about the difference in magic and persuasion, when morality comes into play with magic, and consent at Drayton College.

CONTENT WARNING: In this episode, we talk about suicidal thoughts, suicide, murder, abuse, and other awful things that come with the human condition. Please understand that we here at Book Besties understand that this can be a sensitive topic, you can skip this episode, and we will understand.

Things talked about in this episode:

Book Bestie Bundles: https://www.tiktok.com/@bookbestiebundles?_t=ZT-8w6cCwbefJT&_r=1
Illumicrate special edition: https://illumicrate.com/products/an-academy-for-liars-alexis-henderson-evernight-exclusive?variant=49558138290521
People Need Other People: https://twloha.com/blog/people-need-other-people/

Meet Molly and April, they bonded over books and became Book Besties. So, what do you do when you find your book bestie? Start a podcast of course. Hang out with April and Molly as they talk about everything they love and hate about books. Follow the Book Besties on Facebook, Instagram, Tiktok, and YouTube. If you'd like to contact the Book Besties, please email us at bookbestiespod@gmail.com or visit our website bookbestiespodcast.com. You can support the Book Besties by joining our Patreon at Book Besties Podcast.

Book Besties Season 8 Episode 13: A Wizard's Guide to Defensive Baking

This week the Besties are joined by Editor Thom to discuss the book A Wizard’s Guide to Defensive Baking by T. Kingfisher. This episode, much like the book, goes off the rails as April tries to reign her husband in. Join them as they discuss gingerbread soldier boys, attempt to unravel the magic system, and listen to sea stories from Thom and Molly.

Things talked about in this episode:

Brock Turner Case: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/People_v._Turner
The American Cathedral in Paris: https://amcathparis.com/
Molly’s Award: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Coast_Guard_Unit_Commendation
There are 45K members of the United States Coast Guard: https://bit.ly/4cPcxAk

Meet Molly and April, they bonded over books and became Book Besties. So, what do you do when you find your book bestie? Start a podcast of course. Hang out with April and Molly as they talk about everything they love and hate about books. Follow the Book Besties on Facebook, Instagram, Tiktok, and YouTube. If you'd like to contact the Book Besties, please email us at bookbestiespod@gmail.com or visit our website bookbestiespodcast.com. You can support the Book Besties by joining our Patreon at Book Besties Podcast.

Book Besties Season 8 Episode 12: The God of the Woods

Besties, grab your bug spray, we are heading to summer camp in the Adirondacks. Join us as we talk about the historical mystery The God of the Woods by Liz Moore, including when writers highlight the truth about the times, and (of course), the Besties get off track.

Things talked about in this episode:

Drugging housewives: https://www.historyhit.com/mothers-little-helper-the-history-of-valium/
What’s Your Name Meme: https://youtu.be/tSrH-6YUf1g?si=KpWEXqvi_b0ozgqf
Book Besties Patreon: patreon.com/BookBestiesPodcast

Meet Molly and April, they bonded over books and became Book Besties. So, what do you do when you find your book bestie? Start a podcast of course. Hang out with April and Molly as they talk about everything they love and hate about books. Follow the Book Besties on Facebook, Instagram, Tiktok, and YouTube. If you'd like to contact the Book Besties, please email us at bookbestiespod@gmail.com or visit our website bookbestiespodcast.com. You can support the Book Besties by joining our Patreon at Book Besties Podcast.

Book Besties Season 8 Episode 11: The Wedding People

It’s time for a wedding at a fancy inn.. This week the Besties talk about the Wedding People by Alison Espach. Join us as we talk about rich people at a wedding, belonging to a group of strangers, and how an uncomfortable ending can actually be perfect. Trigger warning for this episode: suicide, depression. Listener discretion is advised.

Things talked about in this episode:

Vet Tix: https://www.vettix.org/
IMLS Updates from ALA: https://www.ala.org/faq-executive-order-targeting-imls
‘night, Mother: https://bit.ly/42fDwSc
Two Guys, a Girl, and a Pizza Place: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0137330/

Meet Molly and April, they bonded over books and became Book Besties. So, what do you do when you find your book bestie? Start a podcast of course. Hang out with April and Molly as they talk about everything they love and hate about books. Follow the Book Besties on Facebook, Instagram, Tiktok, and YouTube. If you'd like to contact the Book Besties, please email us at bookbestiespod@gmail.com or visit our website bookbestiespodcast.com. You can support the Book Besties by joining our Patreon at Book Besties Podcast.

Book Besties Season 8 Episode 10: The Ministry of Time

Besties, this week we talk about a book we couldn’t wait to read, The Ministry of Time by Kaliane Bradley. Join us as we talk about when the hype is bigger than the book, time travel rules, and (of course) Doctor Who.

Things talked about in this episode:

Shark Heart Episode: https://rss.com/podcasts/bookbesties/1966876/
Book Besties Patreon: patreon.com/BookBestiesPodcast

Meet Molly and April, they bonded over books and became Book Besties. So, what do you do when you find your book bestie? Start a podcast of course. Hang out with April and Molly as they talk about everything they love and hate about books.

Book Besties Season 8 Episode 9: Shark Heart

April Fool’s, Besties. This week, the Besties take a backseat while our Honorary Book Besties Francesca Zappia and Nurse Katie talk about Shark Heart by Emily Habeck. Join them as they talk about metaphors for death, generational trauma, and shark penises.

Things talked about in this episode:

Francesca Zappia: https://www.francescazappia.com/
Emily Habeck: https://www.emilyhabeck.com/
Count of Monte Cristo Adaptation: https://bit.ly/3E8PDXG

Meet Molly and April, they bonded over books and became Book Besties. So, what do you do when you find your book bestie? Start a podcast of course. Hang out with April and Molly as they talk about everything they love and hate about books. Follow the Book Besties on Facebook, Instagram, Tiktok, and YouTube. If you'd like to contact the Book Besties, please email us at bookbestiespod@gmail.com or visit our website bookbestiespodcast.com. You can support the Book Besties by joining our Patreon at Book Besties Podcast.

Book Besties Season 8 Episode 8: Bold Moves with Author Emma Barry

Besties join us as we talk about Bold Moves with the author Emma Barry, laugh along with us as we talk about sexy chess, the writing process, and this fantastic new novel. Bold Moves will be released on April 22nd. It is available for preorder now.

Things talked about in this episode:

Emma Barry: https://authoremmabarry.com/
Book Besties Patreon: patreon.com/BookBestiesPodcast

Meet Molly and April, they bonded over books and became Book Besties. So, what do you do when you find your book bestie? Start a podcast of course. Hang out with April and Molly as they talk about everything they love and hate about books. Follow the Book Besties on Facebook, Instagram, Tiktok, and YouTube. If you'd like to contact the Book Besties, please email us at bookbestiespod@gmail.com or visit our website bookbestiespodcast.com. You can support the Book Besties by joining our Patreon at Book Besties Podcast.

Book Besties Season 8 Episode 7: A Tempest of Tea

Welcome back, Besties! This week the Besties take on the YA paranormal fantasy book A Tempest of Tea by Hafsah Faizal. Join us as we talk about world building and book maps, books that break the formula, and speculate wildly about the sequel.

Things talked about in this episode:

Hafsah Faizal: https://www.hafsahfaizal.com/
Spindrift Sparkling Water: https://drinkspindrift.com/
Harry Potter is narrated by Jim Dale in the US version and Steven Fry in the UK: https://harrypotter.fandom.com/wiki/Narrator
Emma Barry: https://authoremmabarry.com/
Book Besties Patreon: patreon.com/BookBestiesPodcast

Meet Molly and April, they bonded over books and became Book Besties. So, what do you do when you find your book bestie? Start a podcast of course. Hang out with April and Molly as they talk about everything they love and hate about books.

Book Besties Season 8 Episode 6: The Sun Down Motel

Besties, join us as we cover our first Simone St. James novel, The Sun Down Motel. Join the Besties as they talk about what makes life scary, never driving behind logging trucks, and all the Dougs.

Things talked about in this episode:

Simone St. James: https://www.simonestjames.com/
Inside Man with Stanley Tucci: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt10948716/?ref_=ext_shr_lnk
Book Besties Patreon: patreon.com/BookBestiesPodcast
Colleen Stan Kidnapping: https://www.aetv.com/real-crime/colleen-stan-the-girl-in-the-box

Meet Molly and April, they bonded over books and became Book Besties. So, what do you do when you find your book bestie? Start a podcast of course. Hang out with April and Molly as they talk about everything they love and hate about books.

Book Besties Season 8 Episode 5: Tress of the Emerald Sea

Happy March, Besties. This week, the Besties take on the long requested Brandon Sanderson with his standalone book Tress of the Emerald Sea. Join us as we talk about fantasy books written by men vs. women, debate if the romance subplot holds up, and applaud Brandon Sanderson for creating a Princess Bride inspired story that holds up.

Things talked about in this episode:

Where to start with Brandon Sanderson: https://bit.ly/4bsxosK
Michael Kramer (narrator): https://www.katereadingaudiobooks.com/
Book Besties Patreon: patreon.com/BookBestiesPodcast

Meet Molly and April, they bonded over books and became Book Besties. So, what do you do when you find your book bestie? Start a podcast of course. Hang out with April and Molly as they talk about everything they love and hate about books.

Book Besties Season 8 Episode 4: You, Again.

This week the Besties dive into their last romance read for February, You, Again by Kate Goldbeck. Join them as they talk about book tropes, books inspired by films, and what makes a good “Airport Run”.

Things talked about in this episode:

TikTokers :@occhiropractor &@drmichaelvan
2023 GoodReads Romance list: https://www.goodreads.com/choiceawards/best-romance-books-2023

Meet Molly and April, they bonded over books and became Book Besties. So, what do you do when you find your book bestie? Start a podcast of course. Hang out with April and Molly as they talk about everything they love and hate about books.

Book Besties Season 8 Episode 3: The C*ck Down the Block

This week the Besties are joined by the author of the Cocky Kingsman series, Amy Award. Join us as we talk about the first book in the series, the C*ck Down the Block. In this episode we chat about fat representation in romance novels, bookish inside jokes, and an info dive into indie publishing.

Things talked about in this episode:

Amy Award: https://authoramyaward.com/
Leni Kauffman: https://www.lenikauffman.com/
Better-Faster Academy: https://betterfasteracademy.com/

Meet Molly and April, they bonded over books and became Book Besties. So, what do you do when you find your book bestie? Start a podcast of course. Hang out with April and Molly as they talk about everything they love and hate about books.

Book Besties Season 8 Episode 2: The Fiancée Farce

Besties, we are keeping the romance going this month with The Fiancée Farce by Alexandria Bellefleur. Join April and Molly as they talk spice and banter in a FF romance, tropes and how to make them subtle, and talk about characters like they are real people.

Things talked about in this episode:

Tila Tequila: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tila_Tequila

Meet Molly and April, they bonded over books and became Book Besties. So, what do you do when you find your book bestie? Start a podcast of course. Hang out with April and Molly as they talk about everything they love and hate about books.

Book Besties Season 8 Episode 1: Wild Love

The Besties are back with season 8! This week they kick off a month of romance reads with Wild Love by Elsie Silver. Join them as they talk about book hangovers, small town romances, and debate the merits of a good book boyfriend.

Things talked about in this episode:

Elsie Silver reading order: https://www.elsiesilver.com/books
Fourth Wing episode: https://bit.ly/40DZ6xz
CW show was Life Unexpected: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt1442109/

Meet Molly and April, they bonded over books and became Book Besties. So, what do you do when you find your book bestie? Start a podcast of course. Hang out with April and Molly as they talk about everything they love and hate about books.

Book Besties Season 7 Episode 17: Olivia Dade

For this season 7 finale, the Besties are joined by queen of plus-sized romcoms, Olivia Dade. Join us as we talk about her writing journey and career, the vastness of the romance genre, and Olivia reads an excerpt from her upcoming book Zomromcom.

Things talked about in this episode:

Spoiler Alert episode: https://rss.com/podcasts/bookbesties/740022/
Olivia Dade: https://oliviadade.com/
Kelsey Navarro: https://tantor.com/narrator/kelsey-navarro.html
Archive of Our Own: https://archiveofourown.org/
Smart Bitches, Trashy Books: https://smartbitchestrashybooks.com/
Criminal Minds FanFic: https://bit.ly/4gXRi0h
Olivia’s Scary Mommy Essay: https://bit.ly/4fB0Mxd

Meet Molly and April, they bonded over books and became Book Besties. So, what do you do when you find your book bestie? Start a podcast of course. Hang out with April and Molly as they talk about everything they love and hate about books.

Book Besties Season 7 Episode 16: Christmas with the Queen & Special Guests Hazel Gaynor & Heather Webb

What a perfect way to kick off Christmas Eve, Besties, with this special episode of Book Besties. We have Authors Heather Webb & Hazel Gaynor on to discuss Christmas with The Queen, their newest book. Join the four as they laugh, talk about the writing process, and (of course) Christmas.

Things talked about in this episode:

Storygraph Challenge: https://bit.ly/3Bx4M40
April’s Storygraph: https://bit.ly/41z2Tyc
Hazel Gaynor: https://hazelgaynor.com/
Heather Webb: https://heatherwebbauthor.com/site/
Queen’s first Christmas Broadcast: https://youtu.be/mBRP-o6Q85s?si=uvUq93kNHNA5bpYB

Meet Molly and April, they bonded over books and became Book Besties. So, what do you do when you find your book bestie? Start a podcast of course. Hang out with April and Molly as they talk about everything they love and hate about books.

Book Besties Season 7 Episode 15: Lovelight Farms

What better place to set a Christmas romance than a literal Christmas tree farm? This week the Besties talk about Lovelight Farms by B.K. Borison. Join them as they quickly slide off the rails, talk about impulse buying a Christmas tree farm, and speculate how these two characters never had a drunken bang fest.

Things talked about in this episode:

Storygraph Challenge: https://bit.ly/3Bx4M40
April’s Storygraph: https://bit.ly/41z2Tyc
Fourth Wing episode: https://bit.ly/3ZSMOSQ
It absolutely snows in Maryland: https://bit.ly/3ZTsMrh
Chris Farley SNL: https://bit.ly/4gDSsNZ

Meet Molly and April, they bonded over books and became Book Besties. So, what do you do when you find your book bestie? Start a podcast of course. Hang out with April and Molly as they talk about everything they love and hate about books.

Book Besties Season 7 Episode 14: The Matzah Ball

Besties, we are dashing through the snow into our next winter read, The Matzah Ball by Jean Meltzer. Join the Besties as they talk about what makes a winter romance-winter, miscommunication tropes and do you really need to act like you are still in summer camp?

Things talked about in this episode:

Religion or Nation : https://www.jewishvirtuallibrary.org/are-jews-a-nation-or-a-religion
Hanukkah: https://www.myjewishlearning.com/article/why-hanukkah-is-actually-a-minor-holiday/
Tamar Meisels: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCWuJivkKGc5GB7X0Z2FBMmg?sub_confirmation=1
Yiddish: https://www.yivo.org/cimages/basic_facts_about_yiddish_2014.pdf

Meet Molly and April, they bonded over books and became Book Besties. So, what do you do when you find your book bestie? Start a podcast of course. Hang out with April and Molly as they talk about everything they love and hate about books.

Book Besties Season 7 Episode 13: Icebreaker

In this episode, the Besties are back together to start a month of holiday romances, starting with Icebreaker by Hanna Grace. Join us as we debate substance vs. spice, question the length of this book, and decide they’re too old for this book. Listen April goes into an English nerd rant and Molly makes all words plural.

Things talked about in this episode:

Josh Harris about I Kissed Dating Goodbye: https://joshharris.com/a-statement-on/
LeBron James: https://bit.ly/493ON9P
A Merry Little Meet Cute: https://bit.ly/3BaZsmq

Meet Molly and April, they bonded over books and became Book Besties. So, what do you do when you find your book bestie? Start a podcast of course. Hang out with April and Molly as they talk about everything they love and hate about books.

Book Besties Season 7 Episode 12: Cinderella Is Dead

In this episode, the Bestie April is joined by Nurse Katie to chat about Cinderella Is Dead by Kalynn Bayron. Join them as they chat about fairy tale retellings, critique the ending, and evaluate plot twists. Watch as April spirals and reconsiders her rating stay for an updated reading list for December.

Things talked about in this episode:

Nikki S. (Librarian April mentioned) can be found on Tiktok as @takemeaway02
Saved!: https://imdb.to/3UWTo7V
The Grace Year Episode: https://bit.ly/4hPB7TV
Scott Hamilton (not Hamill): https://bit.ly/3ATW6nK
Mexican Gothic Episode: https://bit.ly/3Zdtn6Z
Original Grimm’ Cinderella: https://bit.ly/3Z92AbS
Black Forest: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Black_Forest

Meet Molly and April, they bonded over books and became Book Besties. So, what do you do when you find your book bestie? Start a podcast of course. Hang out with April and Molly as they talk about everything they love and hate about books.

Book Besties Season 7 Episode 11: The Medicine Women of Galveston

Besties, we are joined this week by the brilliant Amanda Skenandore author of The Medicine Women of Galveston. Join the Besties as they chat with Amanda all things traveling medicine, hurricanes, and of course lots of research.

Things talked about in this episode:

Purple Eyes: https://www.livescience.com/33149-did-elizabeth-taylor-really-have-violet-eyes.html https://www.visioncenter.org/conditions/purple-eyes/
Tallest man & smallest women married (not bearded lady): https://hccfl.digital.flvc.org/islandora/object/hccfl%3A1757
Traveling Medicine shows: https://aihp.omeka.net/exhibits/show/heritagemarker/medicine-shows
The Native tribes in NYS: https://www.nysed.gov/indigenous-education/tribal-nations-new-york-state
Galveston Hurricane: https://www.galvestonhistorycenter.org/research/1900-storm
Galveston Ghost tours: https://www.visitgalveston.com/blog/dare-to-visit-the-haunted-side-of-galveston/
Amanda Skenandore : https://www.amandaskenandore.com/

Meet Molly and April, they bonded over books and became Book Besties. So, what do you do when you find your book bestie? Start a podcast of course. Hang out with April and Molly as they talk about everything they love and hate about books.

Book Besties Season 7 Episode 10: The Banned Bookshop of Maggie Banks

In this episode, the Besties take on The Banned Bookshop of Maggie Banks by Shauna Robinson. Listen as they talk about wibbly wobbly, timey wimey recording schedules, modern takes on classic literature, and debate the use of the word “banned” in the context of this book. Come for the book decision, stay for April’s edible kicking in.

Things talked about in this episode:

The real Edward Bell: https://bit.ly/4fywL1B
Clarification: The fictional article about the controversial authors cited was from The Guardian (as April said)
Literary Canon explained: https://www.tckpublishing.com/the-literary-canon/

Meet Molly and April, they bonded over books and became Book Besties. So, what do you do when you find your book bestie? Start a podcast of course. Hang out with April and Molly as they talk about everything they love and hate about books.

Book Besties Season 7 Episode 9: How to Sell a Haunted House

Wrapping up spooky season, the Besties take on the horror novel How to Sell a Haunted House by Grady Hendrix. Join them as they talk about creepy ass puppets, ghosts vs. demons, and family secrets.

Things talked about in this episode:

Taylor Swift Style: Fashion Through the Eras: https://bit.ly/4ho8fC0
Geo’s Tiktok: https://bit.ly/3UlOVLS
Grady Hendrix: https://www.gradyhendrix.com/
Are You Afraid of the Dark The Tale of the Frozen Ghost: https://bit.ly/3YfjVhC
Katzenjammer episode: https://rss.com/podcasts/bookbesties/411124/
Mexican Gothic episode: https://rss.com/podcasts/bookbesties/293493/

Meet Molly and April, they bonded over books and became Book Besties. So, what do you do when you find your book bestie? Start a podcast of course. Hang out with April and Molly as they talk about everything they love and hate about books.

Book Besties Season 7 Episode 8: Listen for the Lie with Francesca Zappia

This week the Besties are joined by the one and only Francesca Zappia. Join them as they jump back into the spooky season with Listen for the Lie by Amy Tintera. Listen in as they talk about AI and writing, why you should NEVER sleep with the podcaster, and of course lots of Neurospicy moments.

Things talked about in this episode:

The Intiial Insult: https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/53487133-the-initial-insult
Chessie Substack: https://francescazappia.substack.com?utm_source=navbar&utm_medium=web
Michele Harris: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Disappearance_of_Michele_Anne_Harris
League City Texas : https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/League_City,_Texas
Serial: https://serialpodcast.org/season-one
Francesca Zappia : https://www.francescazappia.com/

Meet Molly and April, they bonded over books and became Book Besties. So, what do you do when you find your book bestie? Start a podcast of course. Hang out with April and Molly as they talk about everything they love and hate about books.

Book Besties Season 7 Episode 7: Bad Reputation Live

This week the Besties take a rom-com detour from spooky season to talk to author Emma Barry about her newest book Bad Reputation. This episode was filmed live at Novel Grounds in Chesapeake, Virginia. Join us all as we chat about our favorite reads; consent in Hollywood; and get a crowd of answers to the best question: Do vampires have sperm? This was such a fun episode to film. Special thanks to Novel Grounds owner Megan for hosting us and to Emma Barry for answering all our weird questions.

Things talked about in this episode:

Emma Barry: https://authoremmabarry.com/
Novel Grounds: https://novelgrounds.com/

Meet Molly and April, they bonded over books and became Book Besties. So, what do you do when you find your book bestie? Start a podcast of course. Hang out with April and Molly as they talk about everything they love and hate about books.

Book Besties Season 7 Episode 6: Butcher & Blackbird

Spooky season continues this week as we take a stab at Butcher & Blackbird by Brynne Weaver. Join the Besties as they talk boobs, what makes a book gross, and what is an acceptable amount of body fluid in a conversation.

Things talked about in this episode:

Novel Grounds & Emma Berry Event: https://novelgrounds.com/collections/shop-events/products/emma-berry-signing-event-ticket-october-12th-3-5pm

Rowan Kane Fine Print novel: https://lauren-asher-universe.fandom.com/wiki/Rowan_Kane

The Most Dangerous game: https://americanliterature.com/author/richard-connell/short-story/the-most-dangerous-game/

DIY lobotomy: https://nihrecord.nih.gov/2019/11/01/when-faces-made-case-lobotomy

Armie Hammer: https://www.complex.com/pop-culture/a/karla-rodriguez/armie-hammer-cannibalism-abuse-controversy

Art from Cannibal's house:

Night shadows: https://www.metmuseum.org/art/collection/search/366206

Fulton Oculus #2: https://andrewprokos.com/photo/fulton-transit-center-interior-bw-3499/

John Singer Sargent painting: https://www.theguardian.com/artanddesign/2015/jan/30/how-john-singer-sargent-made-a-scene

The Waltz by Felix Vallotton: https://artsandculture.google.com/asset/the-waltz-f%C3%A9lix-vallotton/0AEWlc7Sh0QDhQ?hl=en

Meet Molly and April, they bonded over books and became Book Besties. So, what do you do when you find your book bestie? Start a podcast of course. Hang out with April and Molly as they talk about everything they love and hate about books.

Book Besties Season 7 Episode 5: Anatomy a love story

This week the Besties kick off this spooky season with Anatomy: a Love Story, by Dana Schwartz. Join the Besties as they talk about what makes a gothic romance, doing something just for the love of it, and what the Regency era would be like for them.

Things talked about in this episode:

· “I love it when you quote me”, Ruin & Rising, book 3 Shadow and Bone series.

· Gilmore Girls scenes:

o https://youtu.be/t5Abuw-atX8?si=oG_Hkahamj6OofXy

o https://youtu.be/kZChjkUtgN4?si=nUDdQnrbTS08ArBh

· Cousin marrying: https://www.familytree.com/blog/a-brief-history-of-cousins-marrying-cousins/

· Body Farms: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Body_farm

· Dr. Suzie Edge : https://suzieedge.com/

· Childbed Fever: https://www.ogmagazine.org.au/11/1-11/childbed-fever-major-cause-maternal-mortality/

· Bone Garden Episode: https://rss.com/podcasts/bookbesties/303827/

Katie Bouman (black hole reference): https://www.bbc.com/news/science-environment-47891902

Meet Molly and April, they bonded over books and became Book Besties. So, what do you do when you find your book bestie? Start a podcast of course. Hang out with April and Molly as they talk about everything they love and hate about books.

Book Besties Season 7 Episode 4: The Unfortunate Side Effects of Heartbreak and Magic

This week the Besties dive into the fall, witchy vibes of the Unfortunate Side Effects of Heartbreak and Magic by Breanne Randall. Join them to chat about cozy fantasy vibes, cliches of witchy books, and awesome book titles with lackluster text.

Things talked about in this episode:

Live filming with Emma Barry: https://bit.ly/47ldIVj
The Bone Garden episode: https://rss.com/podcasts/bookbesties/303827/
Spells for Forgetting episode: https://rss.com/podcasts/bookbesties/1478116/
Histrionics: https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/histrionics

Meet Molly and April, they bonded over books and became Book Besties. So, what do you do when you find your book bestie? Start a podcast of course. Hang out with April and Molly as they talk about everything they love and hate about books.

Book Besties Season 7 Episode 3: The Light Pirate

On this week's episode the Besties talk about The Light Pirate by Lily Brooks-Dalton. Join the Besties as they talk about how the world will end, the ever-evolving life we live in, and kids getting eaten by gators at Disney.

Things talked about in this episode:

Station Eleven Episode: https://bit.ly/4grZN3X

The Scarlet Ibis by James Hurst: https://bit.ly/3XGPFgy

Kids getting eaten at Disney: https://www.cnn.com/2016/06/15/us/alligator-attacks-child-disney-florida

Climate Change in Everglades: https://www.evergladesfoundation.org/post/climate-change-and-everglades-restoration

Pangea: https://www.usgs.gov/faqs/what-was-pangea#:~:text=At%20the%20beginning%20of%20the,this%20supercontinent%20slowly%20broke%20apart.

Still Alice: https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/2153405.Still_Alice

Novel Grounds Bad Reputations Event : https://www.eventbrite.com/e/book-signing-author-emma-barry-tickets-956338432997?utm-campaign=social&utm-content=attendeeshare&utm-medium=discovery&utm-term=listing&utm-source=cp&aff=ebdsshcopyurl

Meet Molly and April, they bonded over books and became Book Besties. So, what do you do when you find your book bestie? Start a podcast of course. Hang out with April and Molly as they talk about everything they love and hate about books.

Book Besties Season 7 Episode 2: In the Lives of Puppets

This week the Besties are joined by Bonus Bestie Nurse Katie to chat about pod favorite TJ Klune’s newest book In the Lives of Puppets. Join them as they talk about disappointing follow-ups, fairy tale retellings, and queer sci-fi.

Things talked about in this episode:

House on the Cerulean Sea episode: https://rss.com/podcasts/bookbesties/
Under the Whispering Door episode: https://bit.ly/3zaLTm6
Alan Tudyk: https://bit.ly/47jEldq
Robot Molly mentions was from the 1985 movie Return to Oz: https://imdb.to/47i2n8A
Daniel Henning (audiobook narrator): https://www.danielhenning.net/
Short Circuit: https://imdb.to/3AWBhb2
Klune’s Inspiration for House on the Cerulean Sea: https://bit.ly/3XfRP5f
Klune on Rowling: https://bit.ly/4ecLmis
Live filming at Novel Grounds with Emma Barry: https://bit.ly/47ldIVj

Meet Molly and April, they bonded over books and became Book Besties. So, what do you do when you find your book bestie? Start a podcast of course. Hang out with April and Molly as they talk about everything they love and hate about books.

Book Besties Season 7 Episode 1: Powerless

SEASON 7! Besties, we are back with the YA Romantasy Powerless by Lauren Roberts. Catch up with April and Molly about their summers and join them as they talk about when YA writers get a little too inspired, love triangles we love, and all things Powerless.

Things talked about in this episode:

Season 1, Episode 4- The Selection: https://bit.ly/3X74xn2

Meet Molly and April, they bonded over books and became Book Besties. So, what do you do when you find your book bestie? Start a podcast of course. Hang out with April and Molly as they talk about everything they love and hate about books.

Book Besties Season 6, Episode 19: The Celebrants

Welcome to the final episode of season six, Besties! This week the books revisit a pod favorite author Steven Rowley with the Celebrants. Join us as we get a punchy, talk about the happy-sad, and end the season on a happy note.

Things talked about in this episode:

The Guncle episode: https://bit.ly/4bboXzX

The Big Chill: https://imdb.to/3zcwdhI

Courtney Thorne-Smith was in Melrose Place: https://bit.ly/3VHOFI4

Meet Molly and April, they bonded over books and became Book Besties. So, what do you do when you find your book bestie? Start a podcast of course. Hang out with April and Molly as they talk about everything they love and hate about books.

Book Besties Season 6, Episode 18: Big Swiss

This week the Besties talk Big Swiss by Jen Beagin. Join them as they talk weird books, mood reading, and what makes a story good or not.

Things talked about in this episode:

The Princess and the Grilled Cheese: https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/60656848-the-princess-and-the-grilled-cheese-sandwich

Big Swiss GoodReads: https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/60701439-big-swiss

HBO adaptation: https://variety.com/2022/tv/news/jodie-comer-adam-mckay-hbo-drama-big-swiss-1235206955/

Jen Beagin: https://www.jenbeagin.com/

The Metamorphosis : https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/485894.The_Metamorphosis

The Yellow Wallpaper: https://www.nlm.nih.gov/exhibition/theliteratureofprescription/exhibitionAssets/digitalDocs/The-Yellow-Wall-Paper.pdf

Meet Molly and April, they bonded over books and became Book Besties. So, what do you do when you find your book bestie? Start a podcast of course. Hang out with April and Molly as they talk about everything they love and hate about books.

Book Besties Season 6, Episode 17: 10 Things That Never Happened

This week the Besties kick off Pride with 10 Things That Never Happened by Alexis Hall. Join them as they talk about this lost in translation book, including fake amnesia (in the 2024?!?!?), forced proximity romance, and our queen Taylor Swift.

Things talked about in this episode:

Boyfriend Material episode: https://bit.ly/3Vp0x1f
Alexis Hall: https://quicunquevult.com/
Correction: A Lady for a Duke features a trans character: https://bit.ly/3RbI3ij
In a Holidaze episode: https://bit.ly/3V5rV3g
Narrator Will Watt: https://willmwatt.com/
Correction: Alexis Hall does not have a preferred pronoun
Legends and Lattes Episode: https://bit.ly/3V5kg4Q

Meet Molly and April, they bonded over books and became Book Besties. So, what do you do when you find your book bestie? Start a podcast of course. Hang out with April and Molly as they talk about everything they love and hate about books.

Book Besties Season 6, Episode 16: Once More with Feeling by Elissa Sussman

This week the Besties are in their Y2K finest as they talk about Once More with Feeling by Elissa Sussman. Join them as they reminisce about TRL, boy bands, and the awful beauty standards of the 00s.

Things talked about in this episode:

Smash: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt1825133/
Britney Book: https://www.britneybook.com/
Jessica Simpson Ryan Gosling/ Justin Timberlake: https://www.harpersbazaar.com/celebrity/latest/a30714829/jessica-simpson-justin-ryan-gosling/
TRL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Total_Request_Live
Lady GaGa College: New York University Tisch School of the Arts https://www.britannica.com/biography/Lady-Gaga
Mickey Mouse Club: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Mickey_Mouse_Club
Kids Incorporated: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kids_Incorporated
Britney /Justin timeline: https://time.com/6325780/britney-spears-justin-timberlake-relationship-timeline/
Leave Britney alone!!!: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WqSTXuJeTks
The Hollywood Complex: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt1754351/?ref_=tt_urv
Show Biz Kids: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt3197274/

Meet Molly and April, they bonded over books and became Book Besties. So, what do you do when you find your book bestie? Start a podcast of course. Hang out with April and Molly as they talk about everything they love and hate about books.

Book Besties Season 6, Episode 15: Get a Life, Chloe Brown with special guest Bookables

Bookables Heather is back again to talk about a favorite rom-com of hers: Get a Life, Chloe Brown by Talia Hibbert. Join them as they discuss British accents, representation in romance novels, and the merits of a miscommunication trope.

Things talked about in this episode:

Bookables: https://www.youtube.com/@Bookables
Fibromyalgia: https://bit.ly/3wEGHps
Adjoa Andoh: https://imdb.to/4bnPsTU

Meet Molly and April, they bonded over books and became Book Besties. So, what do you do when you find your book bestie? Start a podcast of course. Hang out with April and Molly as they talk about everything they love and hate about books.

Book Besties Season 6, Episode 14: Spells for Forgetting

The Besties are back from the Annapolis Book Festival and ready to talk about Andrienne Young’s Spells for Forgetting. Let’s go to the orchard and talk all things Saoirse Island, getting off track, and Olivia Dade.

Things talked about in this episode:

Adrienne Young: https://www.adrienneyoungbooks.com/

Meet Molly and April, they bonded over books and became Book Besties. So, what do you do when you find your book bestie? Start a podcast of course. Hang out with April and Molly as they talk about everything they love and hate about books.

Book Besties Season 6, Episode 13: Annapolis Book Festival at The Key School

What a day and what an event are you ready for 3 hours of pure fun? Join the Besties as they talk to Heather Webb, Meg Egen Kuyatt, Stephanie Dray, Terah Shelton Harris & Kate Myers.

Things talked about in this episode:

Apologies in the beginning of episode for tapping we were learning our mic locations.

The Key School :https://www.keyschool.orgHeather Webb: https://heatherwebbauthor.com/site/ Meg Eden Kuyatt: https://www.megedenbooks.com/ Stephanie Dray: https://www.stephaniedray.com/ Terah Shelton Harris: https://www.stephaniedray.com/ Kate Myers: https://katemyersisanauthor.com/

Meet Molly and April, they bonded over books and became Book Besties. So, what do you do when you find your book bestie? Start a podcast of course. Hang out with April and Molly as they talk about everything they love and hate about books.

Book Besties Season 6, Episode 12: Liv Constantine & The Senator’s Wife

This Week the Besties are joined by very special Guests writing duo Liv Constantine. Join them as they talk about the writing process, how two people can have the same idea and run with it, and book twists you don’t see coming.

Things talked about in this episode:

Liv Constantine: https://livconstantine.com/

L.C. Shaw: http://lcshawauthor.com/

Illuminae: https://rss.com/podcasts/bookbesties/802477/

ThrillerFest: https://thrillerfest.com/

Meet Molly and April, they bonded over books and became Book Besties. So, what do you do when you find your book bestie? Start a podcast of course. Hang out with April and Molly as they talk about everything they love and hate about books.

Book Besties Season 6, Episode 11: Very Secret Society of Irregular Witches

This week the Besties are completely off track as they make their way to Nowhere House and talk about this week's book, The Very Secret Society of Irregular Witches by Sangu Mandanna. Join them as they talk about cozy fantasy, orphan witches, and a witch in love.

Things talked about in this episode:

Bookables: https://www.youtube.com/@Bookables

Sangu Mandanna: https://sangumandanna.com/

Meg’s Tea Room: https://www.tiktok.com/@megstearoom?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc

Altamira Cave: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cave_of_Altamira

Meet Molly and April, they bonded over books and became Book Besties. So, what do you do when you find your book bestie? Start a podcast of course. Hang out with April and Molly as they talk about everything they love and hate about books.

Book Besties Season 6, Episode 10: Bride

This week the Besties talk about Bride by Ali Hazelwood. Join them as they discuss their third Hazelwood novel, chatting about scientifically accurate Werewolf sex, world building, and hypothesize the plot of a potential sequel.

Things talked about in this episode:

Actor Molly pictured as Misery’s dad: Denis O’Hare, https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0641354/?ref_=ext_shr_lnk
Knotting: https://bit.ly/3TP8s6j

Meet Molly and April, they bonded over books and became Book Besties. So, what do you do when you find your book bestie? Start a podcast of course. Hang out with April and Molly as they talk about everything they love and hate about books.

Book Besties Season 6, Episode 9: This is How You Lose the Time War

This week the Besties talk This is How You Lose the Time War by Amal El-Mohtar & Max Gladstone. Listen in as they talk about this wildly popular book and discuss symbolism in time travel, multiple writers, and when books need to be longer.

Things talked about in this episode:

Justin Bieber Song: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Baby_(Justin_Bieber_song)

Molly wrong usher wasn’t a writer on it.

Max Gladstone: https://www.maxgladstone.com/

Amal El-Mohtar: https://amalelmohtar.com/

Chatterton: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Death_of_Chatterton

All our Wrong Todays: https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/27405006-all-our-wrong-todays

Quiet on the Set: https://bit.ly/4acDJH6

Meet Molly and April, they bonded over books and became Book Besties. So, what do you do when you find your book bestie? Start a podcast of course. Hang out with April and Molly as they talk about everything they love and hate about books.

Book Besties Season 6, Episode 8: The Grace Year

Episode Note- Due to technical errors, our guest does not appear on screen for the first 30mins. We apologize to our viewers and our guests for this inconvenience. Thank you for understanding.

This week the Besties are joined by author Francesca Zappia to talk about the YA dystopian book The Grace Year by Kim Liggett. Join them as they discuss religious trauma and feminism in YA, pointless subplots, and girl on girl crime.

Content Warnings: violence, death, religious trauma, suicide, PTSD, forced marriage, hanging, bullying, scalping, prostitution, sexual assault, castration. Listener discretion is advised.

Things talked about in this episode:

Francesca Zappia: https://www.francescazappia.com/
Kim Liggett: https://www.kimliggett.com/
Ishana Night Shyamalan movie: https://bit.ly/3TyRfOp
IUDs for men: https://bit.ly/3Vxrbpb
The Chosen One video referenced is original content by @stacebookspace on Instagrams and TikTok

Meet Molly and April, they bonded over books and became Book Besties. So, what do you do when you find your book bestie? Start a podcast of course. Hang out with April and Molly as they talk about everything they love and hate about books.

Book Besties Season 6, Episode 7: Divine Rivals

April is back and our Book Besties are whole again. This week the Besties discuss Divine Rivals by Rebecca Ross. Join the Besties as they talk world building, what makes a book YA, and discovering an instant favorite.

Things talked about in this episode:

Cher Mermaid’s: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0100140/?ref_=ext_shr_lnk

Meet Molly and April, they bonded over books and became Book Besties. So, what do you do when you find your book bestie? Start a podcast of course. Hang out with April and Molly as they talk about everything they love and hate about book

Book Besties Season 6, Episode 6: Killers of a Certain Age

Nurse Katie is back with us this week Besties as the pod dives into, Killers of a Certain Age by Deanna Raybourn. Listen in as Molly and Katie try to figure out who Geneva Davis is, talk stinky fur coats, and all things Killers of a Certain Age.

Things talked about in this episode: NOT WIL WHEATON: Molly meant Joss Whedon; WE LOVE WIL WHEATON
Audiobook Narrator: https://www.audible.com/pd/Killers-of-a-Certain-Age-Audiobook/B09RXW44JY?action_code=ASSGB149080119000H&share_location=pdp
Annapolis Book Festival: https://www.keyschool.org/community/annapolis-book-festival

Meet Molly and April, they bonded over books and became Book Besties. So, what do you do when you find your book bestie? Start a podcast of course. Hang out with April and Molly as they talk about everything they love and hate about books.

Book Besties Season 6, Episode 5: How To Be Eaten

Content Warnings: weird shit, scary shit, gross shit. Now the real one Content Warnings: abuse, assault, rape, and murder in this episode. Listener discretion is advised.

This week the group chat is unsupervised, and Molly and Katie are talking about How to Be Eaten by Maria Adelmann. They talk excessive symbolism, thank their lucky stars April didn’t read this one, and go off track a lot. (After watching episode, April is also super glad she didn’t read it.)

Things talked about in this episode:

Audiobook narrator: https://www.audible.com/pd/How-to-Be-Eaten-Audiobook/B09S51HF4W?action_code=ASSGB149080119000H&share_location=pdp

Original Grimm Fairy tales: https://www.cs.cmu.edu/~spok/grimmtmp/

Teeth in literature and symbolism: https://interestingliterature.com/2021/07/teeth-symbolism-in-literature-religion-myth-meaning-analysis/

Greymist Fair: https://www.francescazappia.com/greymist-fair

Annapolis Book Festival: https://www.keyschool.org/community/annapolis-book-festival

Meet Molly and April, they bonded over books and became Book Besties. So, what do you do when you find your book bestie? Start a podcast of course. Hang out with April and Molly as they talk about everything they love and hate about books.

Book Besties Season 6, Episode 4: The Wall of Winnipeg and Me

This week the Besties wrap up a month of romance reads with The Wall of Winnipeg and Me by Mariana Zapata. Join them while April fights the hiccups, they rant about the length of this novel, and dive into the icks of this book.

Content Warnings: domestic violence, child abandonment, violence, vehicular violence, child abuse. Listener discretion is advised.

Things talked about in this episode:

Ron Swanson quote: Never half-ass two things. Whole ass one thing.

Football player who suffered a traumatic heart attack on the field: https://bit.ly/3uCS3cD

Meet Molly and April, they bonded over books and became Book Besties. So, what do you do when you find your book bestie? Start a podcast of course. Hang out with April and Molly as they talk about everything they love and hate about books.

Book Besties Season 6, Episode 3 Sex, Lies, and Sensibility W/ Nikki Payne:

This week we are joined by the fabulous Nikki Payne as we talk about her new novel Sex, Lies, and Sensibility. We talk about all things writing, what it's like to research as an anthropologist, and of course mythical wiener sizes.

Things talked about in this episode:

Nikki Payne: https://www.nikkipaynebooks.com/

Annapolis Book Festival: https://www.keyschool.org/community/annapolis-book-festival

Sickle Cell: https://www.cdc.gov/ncbddd/sicklecell/index.html#:~:text=Sickle%20cell%20disease%20(SCD)%20is,activities%20that%20other%20people%20do.

Drapetomania: https://www.masshist.org/events/strange-history-and-career-drapetomania-mania-caused-enslaved-blacks-escape-and-man-behind

Bone Garden Episode: https://rss.com/podcasts/bookbesties/303827/

Character Art: Space Jam Cam

We Need Diverse Books: https://diversebooks.org/ .

Meet Molly and April, they bonded over books and became Book Besties. So, what do you do when you find your book bestie? Start a podcast of course. Hang out with April and Molly as they talk about everything they love and hate about books.

Book Besties Season 6, Episode 2 My Roommate Is a Vampire:

In this episode, the Besties continue their month of romance reads with the paranormal romance My Roommate Is a Vampire by Jenna Lavine. Join us as we chat about CraigsList, when open door is entirely unwelcome, and the venomous potency of vampire sperm.

Things talked about in this episode:

Bookables YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/@Bookables

Cryptozoology: https://bit.ly/3UC9l42

Pre-order Nikki Payne’s new book Sex, Lies, and Sensibility here: https://www.nikkipaynebooks.com/

Meet Molly and April, they bonded over books and became Book Besties. So, what do you do when you find your book bestie? Start a podcast of course. Hang out with April and Molly as they talk about everything they love and hate about books.

Book Besties Season 6, Episode 1 Part of Your World:

WE’RE BACK!! Season six, Besties, and we are starting this season off with a BANG by going right into romance month! This week the Besties talk about Part of Your World by Abby Jimenez. We call Abby out for being what we all are #greysfans, we talk about how we looove baby animals and of course we talk about all things romance in this novel.

TRIGGER WARNING: for this episode, there are talks about domestic violences, physical and emotional listener discretion is advised.

**If you or someone you know needs help please call 1-800-799-7233 or visit the hotline.org

This website has a catch safe for quick exit, there is always help.***

Things talked about in this episode:

Fish in a Tree: https://lyndamullalyhunt.com/books/fish-in-a-tree/

April’s Disney Planner : https://www.facebook.com/cherylelmorekttw

Abby Jimenez website: https://www.authorabbyjimenez.com/

Annapolis Book Festival Episode: https://rss.com/podcasts/bookbesties/941327/

April StoryGraph: https://app.thestorygraph.com/profile/craftylibrarian10

Audiobook narrator: https://www.audible.com/pd/Part-of-Your-World-Audiobook/B09NF42ZYV

Meet Molly and April, they bonded over books and became Book Besties. So, what do you do when you find your book bestie? Start a podcast of course. Hang out with April and Molly as they talk about everything they love and hate about books.

Book Besties Season 5, Episode 16: In a Holidaze

On this week's episode Nurse Katie is hosting, and our book is In a Holidaze by Christina Lauren. Join the ladies as they talk about forced togetherness, family traditions and what is really needed in a “Groundhog’s Day book trope.

Things talked about in this episode:

John Green Co Book: https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/6567017-will-grayson-will-grayson

Book Besties Dead Romantics: https://www.bookbestiespodcast.com/episodes/djs7tzjrkfbpa8e-2rnn5-aplht-anbhm-tzjl2-pp8ha-5dp6g-f4hfw-l6dww

Meet Molly and April, they bonded over books and became Book Besties. So, what do you do when you find your book bestie? Start a podcast of course. Hang out with April and Molly as they talk about everything they love and hate about books.

Book Besties Season 5, Episode 15: One Day in December

This week, the Besties talk about One Day in December by Josie Silver. This book has all the winter romance vibes of a good holiday rom-com. Join us as we chat about a decade’s long story, handling awkward situations with grace, and finding your 100%.

Things talked about in this episode:

Josie Silver: https://josiesilver.com/

Justin Chambers as Marlon Brando: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt13111040/?ref_=nm_flmg_t_1_act

Annapolis Book Festival: https://www.keyschool.org/community/annapolis-book-festival

Meet Molly and April, they bonded over books and became Book Besties. So, what do you do when you find your book bestie? Start a podcast of course. Hang out with April and Molly as they talk about everything they love and hate about books.

Book Besties Season 5, Episode 14: Royal Holiday

This Week on Book Besties start on thin ice as Molly brings Jasmine Guillory back to Pod with Royal Holiday. Join the Besties in a giggle over genital puns, Molly rambling about a river, and April losing her bell.

Things talked about in this episode:

Susquehanna River statue of liberty : https://www.atlasobscura.com/places/mini-statue-of-liberty-harrisburg?fbclid=IwAR2m_1FPHkCcGWtNuykGykt52ThYOMVVipSYUD4XtHj0w3TitErufKJFbkc

Fish in a Tree: https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/22402972-fish-in-a-tree

Tandom Throne of Glass reading sheet: https://www.tlbranson.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/Throne-of-Glass-Reading-Guide.pdf

Link about Megan’s mom: https://www.standard.co.uk/news/royals/royal-holiday-author-jasmine-guillory-on-her-new-book-based-on-meghan-markle-s-mom-doria-ragland-a4250386.html

Jasmine Guillory: https://www.jasmineguillory.com/royal-holiday

Meet Molly and April, they bonded over books and became Book Besties. So, what do you do when you find your book bestie? Start a podcast of course. Hang out with April and Molly as they talk about everything they love and hate about books.

Book Besties Season 5, Episode 13: Fourth Wing

This Week on Book Besties the Besties are joined by honorary Book Bestie, Nurse Katie to (finally) discuss the literary phenomenon Fourth Wing by Rebecca Yarros. Join us as we decide if this book meets the hype, talk representation, and debate which character actually has our hearts. In true Besties fashion, this episode goes off the rails, but we reign it in enough to gush over this book.

Things talked about in this episode:

Red Tower Books: https://www.entangledpublishing.com/featured-books/new-red-tower-books

Rebecca Yarros: https://www.rebeccayarros.com/

Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome: https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/ehlers-danlos-syndrome/symptoms-causes/syc-20362125#:~:text=There%20are%20many%20different%20types,pain%20and%20dislocations%20are%20common.

Dragon series Katie mentioned is the Deliciously Dark Fairytales: https://goodreads.com/series/324790-deliciously-dark-fairytales

Pronunciation Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@ceartguleabhar/video/7243851766578646299?lang=en

Andarna Tiktok referenced: https://www.tiktok.com/@acegamergirl1/video/7302805513698430215?_r=1&_t=8hgu5WgUQaU

Gaelic Usage Controversy Update: https://www.tiktok.com/@scottish.bookworm/video/7300197390429048097?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc&web_id=7231723939716777518

Meet Molly and April, they bonded over books and became Book Besties. So, what do you do when you find your book bestie? Start a podcast of course. Hang out with April and Molly as they talk about everything they love and hate about books.

Book Besties Season 5, Episode 12: Remarkably Bright Creatures

This Week on Book Besties our book is Remarkably Bright Creatures by Shelby Van Pelt. Listen in as the Besties talk about Travis and Taylor, Molly wanting pets that are not appropriate for Maryland, and what books are meant for Tiktok and which aren’t.

Things talked about in this episode:

Everything you need to know about Octopi: https://www.livescience.com/55478-octopus-facts.html#:~:text=Octopuses%20are%20ocean%20 creatures%20that,have%20been%20observed%20using%20tools.

Correction: The main character in the Divergent series is Tris, not Tess. (April facepalm)

Meet Molly and April, they bonded over books and became Book Besties. So, what do you do when you find your book bestie? Start a podcast of course. Hang out with April and Molly as they talk about everything they love and hate about books.

Book Besties Season 5, Episode 11: The Light of Luna Park

This week, the Besties are joined by author Addison Armstrong to discuss her novel, The Light of Luna Park. Join us as we talk about eugenics, saving babies, and exceptional research.

Things talked about in this episode:

Dr. Couney: https://www.smithsonianmag.com/history/man-who-pretended-be-doctor-ran-worlds-fair-attraction-saved-lives-thousands-premature-babies-180960200/

Addison Armstrong: https://addisonarmstrong.com/

Meet Molly and April, they bonded over books and became Book Besties. So, what do you do when you find your book bestie? Start a podcast of course. Hang out with April and Molly as they talk about everything they love and hate about books.

Book Besties Season 5, Episode 10: We Are the LightTrigger Warning this week Besties. We are the Light talks about, gun violence, mass shootings, suicide, mental health breaks and more. Please skip this episode if any of these things can be triggering. Sounding a-little NPR-ish this week the Besties talk about twists that truly surprise, therapy as a plot point and the soft and hard sides of We are the Light.Things talked about in this episode:East City Bookshop: https://www.eastcitybookshop.com/NaNoWriMo: https://nanowrimo.org/Aglet Phineas & Ferb: https://youtu.be/r_DuY0CQUz4?si=Y_C8zzAd3F-DMFldMatthew Quick: https://matthewquickwriter.com/Jungian Analysis: https://www.choosingtherapy.com/jungian-therapy/Ginny & Georgia: The character name Molly was thinking of Cynthia Fuller. https://www.imdb.com/title/tt10813940/?ref_=ext_shr_lnk Meet Molly and April, they bonded over books and became Book Besties. So, what do you do when you find your book bestie? Start a podcast of course. Hang out with April and Molly as they talk about everything they love and hate about books.

Book Besties Season 5, Episode 9: Wilder GirlsHappy Halloween, Besties! This week both Besties are back to talk about their final spooky read: Wilder Girls by Rory Power. Join them as they talk about underdeveloped storylines, go down a Hunger Games rabbit hole, and debate when it is and is not appropriate to include a love story (hint- this wasn’t it).Things talked about in this episode:Olivia Dade episode: https://rss.com/podcasts/bookbesties/740022/Deborah Harkness episode: https://rss.com/podcasts/bookbesties/252109/ Hunger Games episode: https://rss.com/podcasts/bookbesties/427914/ Meet Molly and April, they bonded over books and became Book Besties. So, what do you do when you find your book bestie? Start a podcast of course. Hang out with April and Molly as they talk about everything they love and hate about books.

Book Besties Season 5, Episode 8: A Flicker in the DarkThis week Nurse Katie fills in while April takes a much needed and deserved break. This week’s book is A Flicker in the Dark by Stacy Willingham. Listen in as Molly forgets her meds, Katie gives us great medical advice, and Chloe Brown, we are sorry but you can’t be our doctor. And remember kids do not drink with Valium.Things talked about in this episode:Casper 1995: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0112642/?ref_=ext_shr_lnkCasper Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@beautifuldaybeautybar/video/7289101692258422062Stacy Willingham : https://www.stacywillingham.com/a-flicker-in-the-darkLouisiana Script law: https://www.verywellmind.com/can-psychologists-prescribe-medications-2795756#:~:text=Where%20Can%20Psychologists%20Prescribe%20Medications,Illinois%2C%20Iowa%2C%20and%20Idaho.Drug Rep Movie: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt11816814/?ref_=ext_shr_lnkD.I.D.: https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/diseases/9792-dissociative-identity-disorder-multiple-personality-disorderMidnight in the Garden of Good and Evil: https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/386187.Midnight_in_the_Garden_of_Good_and_EvilMeet Molly and April, they bonded over books and became Book Besties. So, what do you do when you find your book bestie? Start a podcast of course. Hang out with April and Molly as they talk about everything they love and hate about books.

Book Besties Season 5, Episode 7: What Lies in the WoodsThis week the Besties are joined by honorary Book Bestie Francesca Zappia to talk about What Lies in the Woods by Kate Alice Marshall. Join them as they discuss the appeal of the woods, the dynamics of girl friends in small towns, and Chessie’s next project.Things talked about in this episode:Francesca Zappia: https://www.francescazappia.com/ Audiobook Narrator: https://www.karissavacker.com/ Eliza and Her Monsters Audiobook Narrators: https://www.caitlinkellyvo.com/, https://www.kateruddreads.com/ Eliza and Her Monsters episode: https://rss.com/podcasts/bookbesties/344710/ Annapolis Book Festival 2024: https://www.keyschool.org/community/annapolis-book-festival Resident Alien: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt8690918/Slender Man Stabbing: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Slender_Man_stabbing Libby: https://www.overdrive.com/apps/libbyHoopla: https://www.hoopladigital.com/my/hoopla Meet Molly and April, they bonded over books and became Book Besties. So, what do you do when you find your book bestie? Start a podcast of course. Hang out with April and Molly as they talk about everything they love and hate about books.

Book Besties Season 5, Episode 6: Th1rt3enThis week the Besties dive into Th1rt3en by Steve Cavanagh. Continuing with the spooky season this book is full of drama, murder, and lots of mystery. In this sleepy episode, the besties gab about group chat, Katie’s favorite part of her profession, and the book. Things talked about in this episode: The Da Vinci Code: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Da_Vinci_CodeCongenital Insensitivity to Pain and Anhidrosis: https://medlineplus.gov/genetics/condition/congenital-insensitivity-to-pain-with-anhidrosis/Greys Scene: https://youtu.be/vZF6WuyriL8?si=wePG-zgKUD7biGmGABA therapy: https://www.autismspeaks.org/applied-behavior-analysis Correction: ABA was developed by Ivar Lovvas who did not create conversion therapy, but has ties to it: https://nsadvocate.org/2018/07/11/treating-autism-as-a-problem-the-connection-between-gay-conversion-therapy-and-aba/?fbclid=IwAR1v4zmHU5IchckQTJGBkclxH-QcWZftso1exKYf7Kvt0pA5DX6v8vkuHds Congenital Insensitivity to Pain occurs in 1 and 125 million people: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3564101/?fbclid=IwAR0sxsMXOzEv6kGc5i5UOmhetRGUDhxc_7aODoIJRb0PJOXupKrgEUgprVQ#:~:text=Congenital%20insensitivity%20to%20pain%20and%20anhydrosis%20(CIPA)%20is%20a%20very,that%20receive%20the%20pain%20messages Meet Molly and April, they bonded over books and became Book Besties. So, what do you do when you find your book bestie? Start a podcast of course. Hang out with April and Molly as they talk about everything they love and hate about books.

Book Besties Season 5, Episode 5: The Undertaking of Hart and MercyOn this week's episode the Besties talk about fan-suggested The Undertaking of Hart and Mercy by Megan Bannen. Join them as they talk about how much they wanted to like this, chat about classic rom-coms, and our love for Carrie Fisher.Things talked about in this episode:Ghoul: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ghoul?fbclid=IwAR2E-EkWiIhD3hACR0gwXyz4jIMfzJTxnLIXPswELsE_Kh2WpwHjv1deJRoMegan Bannen: https://www.meganbannen.com/ Duck vehicle: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Duck_tour Meet Molly and April, they bonded over books and became Book Besties. So, what do you do when you find your book bestie? Start a podcast of course. Hang out with April and Molly as they talk about everything they love and hate about books.

Book Besties Season 5, Episode 4: No One Left To Come Looking For YouOn this week's episode the Besties talk about No One Left to Come Looking For You by Sam Lipsyte. In an attempt to keep the podcast afloat this episode, they try to pull together content about this novel. Join them as they attempt to see value in this book.Things talked about in this episode:Sam Lipsyte movie: https://www.imdb.com/name/nm3650643/ Sam Lipsyte website: https://www.simonandschuster.com/authors/Sam-Lipsyte/2093006845 Jesse Camp MTV: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jesse_Camp Empire Records: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0112950/ Bookable Heather Author’s I don’t read: https://youtu.be/RKZNxqybako?si=D0eqLXXqjRh98zhY Meet Molly and April, they bonded over books and became Book Besties. So, what do you do when you find your book bestie? Start a podcast of course. Hang out with April and Molly as they talk about everything they love and hate about books.

Book Besties Season 5, Episode 3: Under the Whispering DoorOn this week's episode the Besties talk about Under the Whispering Door by TJ Klune. Join them as they discuss the found family trope, the afterlife, and authors meeting expectations with their second novel. Trigger Warnings for this episode- death, sudden death, death of a parent, death of a child, death of a loved one, death of a pet, and suicide.Things talked about in this episode: TJ Klune: https://www.tjklunebooks.com/ House of the Cerulean Sea episode: https://rss.com/podcasts/bookbesties/569870/ Correction: Molly mentioned the Husks reminded her of Jabberwokeez. She meant Babadook. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Babadook Meet Molly and April, they bonded over books and became Book Besties. So, what do you do when you find your book bestie? Start a podcast of course. Hang out with April and Molly as they talk about everything they love and hate about books.

Book Besties Season 5, Episode 2: The Perfect MarriageOn this week's episode, the Besties talk about Jeneva Rose’s Debut novel, The Perfect Marriage. Spoilers throughout the episode(You’ve been warned!). In this episode we get to hear about the Besties’ summer, how much they love The Twilight Series (no surprise there), and join them as they speculate about fictional characters in a fictional world.Things talked about in this episode: Jeneva Rose Books: https://www.jenevarose.com/new-pageJeneva’s Tiktok handle: @jenevaroseauthor Meet Molly and April, they bonded over books and became Book Besties. So, what do you do when you find your book bestie? Start a podcast of course. Hang out with April and Molly as they talk about everything they love and hate about books.

Book Besties Season 5, Episode 1: Lessons in ChemistryThe Besties are back! For the season 5 premiere, the Besties are joined by special guest Heather, better known as Bookables, to discuss Lessons in Chemistry by Bonnie Garmus. Listen as they talk about this masterclass of story weaving, effortlessly adding science to a story, and what we hope for a sequel. Content Warnings: rape, suicide, sexual assault, sexual harrasment. This episode is dedicated to Diane Watkins, chemist, wife, mother, and Nana. You are missed.Things talked about in this episode:Albert Einstein: https://greatspeech.com/what-is-einstein-syndrome/?fbclid=IwAR2tsAFzBRgPb0XnhsLProgVXt-i72DkmUab2cR1Ddu7CPbMy0vYhXmY4Ig Apple TV adaptation: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt13911628/ Station Eleven episode featuring Francesca Zappia: https://bit.ly/45XRxTc https://rss.com/podcasts/bookbesties/694209/ Bonnie Garmus: https://www.bonniegarmus.com/ The House in the Cerulean Sea episode: https://bit.ly/3Polq9Z https://rss.com/podcasts/bookbesties/569870/ Meet Molly and April, they bonded over books and became Book Besties. So, what do you do when you find your book bestie? Start a podcast of course. Hang out with April and Molly as they talk about everything they love and hate about books.

Book Besties Season 4, Episode 23: Heartstopper SeriesThis week on Book Besties the Besties DNF Loveless by Alice Oseman not willing to give up on her as an author they swapped over to The Heartstopper Series. Listen in as they gush about how proud they are of their littles; consent is the word of the day and as always remember We are here to help.Things talked about in this episode: Alice Oseman website: https://aliceoseman.com/Drama BB episode: https://rss.com/podcasts/bookbesties/273564/ Alice Oseman Books in order: https://www.mostrecommendedbooks.com/series/alice-oseman-books-in-orderWebcomic: https://heartstoppercomic.tumblr.com/Nick Miller Surfboard: https://youtu.be/M-Z7eEZGIkUNetflix Cast: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt10638036/?ref_=ext_shr_lnk Meet Molly and April, they bonded over books and became Book Besties. So, what do you do when you find your book bestie? Start a podcast of course. Hang out with April and Molly as they talk about everything they love and hate about books.

Book Besties Season 4, Episode 22: Love & Other Disasters:In this week's episode both Besties are back for the second read for Pride month, Love & Other Disasters by Anita Kelly. This is the first book either Bestie has read with a non-binary main character. Join them as they discuss gender pronoun usage in text, a well-written spice scene, and how a lack of setting can cause true frustration. Things talked about in this episode: Gender pronouns: https://www.npr.org/2021/06/02/996319297/gender-identity-pronouns-expression-guide-lgbtqMicrodosing testosterone: https://www.genderconfirmation.com/non-binary/microdosing-testosterone/ Meet Molly and April, they bonded over books and became Book Besties. So, what do you do when you find your book bestie? Start a podcast of course. Hang out with April and Molly as they talk about everything they love and hate about books.

Book Besties Season 4, Episode 21: Home Field Advantage:In this week's episode, Molly is joined by special guest Leslie from Texas. Join them this week as they dive into Dahlia Adler’s Home Field advantage and talk about southern living, small towns, and football. Things talked about in this episode: Dahlia Adler: https://www.dahliaadler.com/ Meet Molly and April, they bonded over books and became Book Besties. So, what do you do when you find your book bestie? Start a podcast of course. Hang out with April and Molly as they talk about everything they love and hate about books.

Book Besties Season 4, Episode 20: Well MetThis week the Besties talk about the romance at a Ren Fest novel Well Met by Jen DeLuca. Join them as they discuss important topics like would you bang a pirate. This episode contains discussions of Ren Fests, D&D, and April’s continuous love of grump sunshine, slow burns.Things talked about in this episode:Handfasting: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Handfasting Meet Molly and April, they bonded over books and became Book Besties. So, what do you do when you find your book bestie? Start a podcast of course. Hang out with April and Molly as they talk about everything they love and hate about books.

Book Besties Season 4, Episode 19: Legends and LattesJoin the Besties as they talk about Legends and Lattes by Travis Baldree. Join them as they talk about DnD, skirts and possibly Legends and Lattes. Please tell us why we liked this book… we still don’t know. Things talked about in this episode:NANOWRIMO: https://nanowrimo.org Traditional vs Indie publishing: https://www.writersdigest.com/getting-published/17-pros-and-cons-of-traditional-publishing-vs-self-publishing Born series by Tara Brown: https://bit.ly/3MO0rMH Travis Baldree: https://travisbaldree.com/ Meet Molly and April, they bonded over books and became Book Besties. So, what do you do when you find your book bestie? Start a podcast of course. Hang out with April and Molly as they talk about everything they love and hate about books.

Book Besties Season 4, Episode 18: Crazy Rich AsiansThis week the Besties are back to the normal format with a discussion of Crazy Rich Asians by Kevin Kwan. Join them as they talk about movies that are better than the book, the mechanics of bjs underwater, and how dumb some men can be. Things talked about in this episode: Kevin Kwan military dodge: https://www.bbc.com/news/world-asia-45267437Singapore Wealth: https://sponsored.bloomberg.com/article/hsbc-wealth/island-of-opportunity-singapore-riding-the-wave-of-asian-wealth Second movie: https://www.usmagazine.com/entertainment/pictures/crazy-rich-asians-sequel-everything-to-know-so-far/ Game Theory: https://www.britannica.com/science/game-theory Meet Molly and April, they bonded over books and became Book Besties. So, what do you do when you find your book bestie? Start a podcast of course. Hang out with April and Molly as they talk about everything they love and hate about books.

Book Besties Season 4, Episode 17: Annapolis Book Festival at The Key SchoolDo you really want to know where the Besties were on April 29th? This Tuesday join the Besties as they chat with the authors from the Annapolis Book Festival. Join them as they take a moment to shift in their seats with Nikki Payne for Colin Firth in Pride and Prejudice. Editor Thom gets pulled in as they talk about Moth Man with Susan Coll, and discuss Jurassic Park with Anthony Marra. Things talked about in this episode:The Key School History: https://www.keyschool.org/about/head-of-school-welcomeNikki Payne: https://www.nikkipaynebooks.com/We Need Diverse Books: https://diversebooks.org/Susan Coll: https://susancoll.com/Acceptance IMDB: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt1359551/Politics and Prose: https://www.politics-prose.com/Addison Armstrong: https://addisonarmstrong.com/National Library Week: https://www.ala.org/conferencesevents/celebrationweeks/natlibraryweekC.C. Harrington: https://www.christinaharrington.com/Christian the Lion: https://youtu.be/EZ-da0AZcRUAdopt a snow leopard: https://gifts.worldwildlife.org/gift-center/gifts/Species-Adoptions/Snow-LeopardAnthony Marra: https://sites.prh.com/anthonymarraJurassic Park BB Episode: https://rss.com/podcasts/bookbesties/458470/ Meet Molly and April, they bonded over books and became Book Besties. So, what do you do when you find your book bestie? Start a podcast of course. Hang out with April and Molly as they talk about everything they love and hate about books.

Book Besties Season 4, Episode 16: American Royals By Katharine McGeeThis week the Besties dive into a genre they love with American Royals by Katharine McGee. Join them as they gush over how excited they are to see each other, ramble on about their favorite Bush family members and possibly talk about the book. Things talked about in this episode:Royal We: https://rss.com/podcasts/bookbesties/480095/Red, White, and Royal Blue: https://rss.com/podcasts/bookbesties/247837/Audible Narrator: https://www.audible.com/pd/American-Royals-Audiobook/0593104692?action_code=ASSGB149080119000H&share_location=pdpAmerican Royals Series: https://katharinemcgee.com/books/american-royals/ Meet Molly and April, they bonded over books and became Book Besties. So, what do you do when you find your book bestie? Start a podcast of course. Hang out with April and Molly as they talk about everything they love and hate about books.

Book Besties Season 4, Episode 15: The Last Chance Library by Freya SampsonMolly is back! This week the Besties are back together to talk about The Last Chance Library by Freya Sampson in honor of National Library. Week. Join us as we talk about the relevance of public libraries today, an unnecessary romance, and unlikely friendships formed between characters. Things talked about in this episode:ALA National Library Week: https://bit.ly/3L5naBA Helen Hall Library Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/helenhalllibrary/?hl=enHelen Hall Library TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@helenhalllibrary?lang=enSir Ian and Sir Patrick: https://www.usmagazine.com/entertainment/pictures/patrick-stewart-ian-mckellens-sweetest-friendship-moments/ Annapolis Book Festival: https://www.keyschool.org/community/annapolis-book-festival Meet Molly and April, they bonded over books and became Book Besties. So, what do you do when you find your book bestie? Start a podcast of course. Hang out with April and Molly as they talk about everything they love and hate about books.

Book Besties Season 4, Episode 14: The Nature of Witches Thom's TakeThis week, April is joined by her husband and our editor Thom to hear his quick take on The Nature of Witches by Rachel Griffin. Join Thom and April as they banter about their marriage, books, and their shared love of romance novels. Things talked about in this episode:The Nature of Witches, Season 4, Episode 12: https://www.bookbestiespodcast.com/episodes/djs7tzjrkfbpa8e-2rnn5-aplht-anbhm-tzjl2-pp8ha-5dp6g-f4hfw Libriohexer: https://www.goodreads.com/en/book/show/59363213 Survive the Monsters and Breed: https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/59688427-survive-the-monsters-and-breed?ref=nav_sb_ss_1_25 Correction: Sherrilyn Kenyon’s book was Born of Night from the League series: https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/2992061-born-of-night Meet Molly and April, they bonded over books and became Book Besties. So, what do you do when you find your book bestie? Start a podcast of course. Hang out with April and Molly as they talk about everything they love and hate about books.

Book Besties Season 4, Episode 13: The Dead RomanticsThis week, April is joined by honorary Book Bestie Nurse Katie to chat about The Dead Romantics by Ashley Poston. Join us we chat about paranormal romance, debate the existence of ghosts, and criticize the inclusion of minority characters without valid story arcs. Things talked about in this episode:Etsy Shop where April got her shirt: https://www.etsy.com/shop/LydianCustomTee?ref=simple-shop-header-name&listing_id=1035257634 Laura Hales (ASD Advocate): https://www.instagram.com/laurahales/?hl=en Annapolis Book Festival: https://www.keyschool.org/community/annapolis-book-festivalParanormal Romance: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Paranormal_romance Ghostwriting: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ghostwriter Talking to plants: https://www.psu.edu/news/research/story/probing-question-does-talking-plants-help-them-grow/ Meet Molly and April, they bonded over books and became Book Besties. So, what do you do when you find your book bestie? Start a podcast of course. Hang out with April and Molly as they talk about everything they love and hate about books.

Book Besties Season 4, Episode 12: The Nature of WitchesWe’re Back!! Besties, we are talking about The Nature of Witches by Rachel Griffin this week. Listen in as Molly gives an April approved synopsis, April finally loves historical fiction, and the Besties suggest that authors do your research. Things talked about in this episode:Buy Chessie’s book: https://www.francescazappia.com/greymist-fairSolar Eclipses: https://solarsystem.nasa.gov/eclipses/about-eclipses/types/Annapolis Book Festival: https://www.keyschool.org/community/annapolis-book-festival Anthony Marra New Book: https://sites.prh.com/anthonymarra Meet Molly and April, they bonded over books and became Book Besties. So, what do you do when you find your book bestie? Start a podcast of course. Hang out with April and Molly as they talk about everything they love and hate about books.

Book Besties Season 4, Episode 11: Greymist Fair W/ Special Guest Francesca Zappia

On this week's episode of Book Besties we are joined by our honorary Book Bestie, author Francesca Zappia to discuss her newest book Greymist Fair. Join us as we catch up with our friend Chessie, talk about the worst way to organize books, and Chessie reveals the inspiration for Greymist Fair. This episode is spoiler free, so listen now and read the book on release day March 28, 2023!

Things talked about in this episode:

Hank Green explains copyright: https://www.tiktok.com/@hankgreen1/video/7050611314795826438?lang=en

John Green talks about An Absolutely Remarkable Thing by Hank Green: https://youtu.be/H5tK00zL6EQ

Annapolis Book Festival: https://www.keyschool.org/community/annapolis-book-festival

April’s Fundraiser for To Write Love on Her Arms: https://www.facebook.com/donate/5777195815732568/

More information about To Write of on Her Arms: https://twloha.com/learn/

Pre order Greymist Fair by Francesca Zappia here: https://www.francescazappia.com/

Meet Molly and April, they bonded over books and became Book Besties. So, what do you do when you find your book bestie? Start a podcast of course. Hang out with April and Molly as they talk about everything they love and hate about books.

Book Besties Season 4, Episode 10: Oh My god, What a Complete Aisling W/ Special Guest Hillary in Ireland

On this week's episode of Book Besties we are joined by Molly’s other Bestie Hillary in Ireland. Join us as we discuss Molly just finding new red-headed best friends, potato land and (kind of) discuss this very Irish book.

Things talked about in this episode:

Saint Patrick’s Day History: https://time.com/4261456/st-patrick-day-2016-history-real-saint/

Oh Honey HIMYM : https://youtu.be/3g-yUnZdfAg

Annapolis Book Festival: https://www.keyschool.org/community/annapolis-book-festival

April’s Fundraiser for To Write Love on Her Arms: https://www.facebook.com/donate/5777195815732568/

More information about To Write of on Her Arms: https://twloha.com/learn/

Pre order Greymist Fair by Francesca Zappia here: https://www.francescazappia.com/

Meet Molly and April, they bonded over books and became Book Besties. So, what do you do when you find your book bestie? Start a podcast of course. Hang out with April and Molly as they talk about everything they love and hate about books.

Book Besties Season 4, Episode 9 An Abundance of Katherines

On this week's episode of Book Besties talk about An Abundance of Katherines by John Green, because John Green every season until he comes on. Join us as we talk about child prodigies and other neurodivergents, the proper way to undress for outdoor romantic activities, and small, southern characters.

Things talked about in this episode:

Annapolis Book Festival: https://www.keyschool.org/community/annapolis-book-festival

C.C. Harrington and all her awards: https://www.christinaharrington.com/

Spoiler FAQs about Katherines: https://www.johngreenbooks.com/an-abundance-of-katherines-faq

VlogBrothers video April referenced: https://youtu.be/33ofywjinl0

How tampons are made (still unclear if the pieces are made in different factories first): https://youtu.be/TzLvrgmw-Vk

April’s GoodReads: https://www.goodreads.com/craftylibrarian10

April’s Fundraiser for To Write Love on Her Arms: https://www.facebook.com/donate/5777195815732568/

More information about To Write of on Her Arms: https://twloha.com/learn/

Pre order Greymist Fair by Francesca Zappia here: https://www.francescazappia.com/

Meet Molly and April, they bonded over books and became Book Besties. So, what do you do when you find your book bestie? Start a podcast of course. Hang out with April and Molly as they talk about everything they love and hate about books.

Book Besties Season 4, Episode 8 The Fine Print

On this week's episode of Book Besties talk about Lauren Asher’s The Fine Print, the first novel in the Dreamland Billionaires series. Join them as they talk about the alpha-male trope, favorite viral sounds, and Disney adults.

Things talked about in this episode:

April’s Fundraiser for To Write Love on Her Arms: https://www.facebook.com/donate/5777195815732568/

More information about To Write of on Her Arms: https://twloha.com/learn/

Lauren Asher Website: https://laurenasher.com/

Epic Reading App: https://www.getepic.com/

Audiobook: https://www.audible.com/pd/The-Fine-Print-Audiobook/B0BRLDWYSG

Roxanne(Film) 1987: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Roxanne_(film)

The Wicked Witch of the east, Bro! : https://youtu.be/uznUlgpKBzE

Pre order Greymist Fair by Francesca Zappia here: https://www.francescazappia.com/

Meet Molly and April, they bonded over books and became Book Besties. So, what do you do when you find your book bestie? Start a podcast of course. Hang out with April and Molly as they talk about everything they love and hate about books.

Book Besties Season 4, Episode 7 Book Lovers

On this week's episode of Book Besties we dive into Book Lovers by Emily Henry. Join us as we talk Bigfoot erotica, sexy nicknames, and Roy Kent.

Things talked about in this episode:

Emily Henry’s website: https://www.emilyhenrybooks.com/

Pre order Greymist Fair by Francesca Zappia here: https://www.francescazappia.com/

Correction: Thom was watching jets when he was having April’s ring set. She thought he meant the Jets. April has no idea why she said the Eagles. Major facepalm.

Meet Molly and April, they bonded over books and became Book Besties. So, what do you do when you find your book bestie? Start a podcast of course. Hang out with April and Molly as they talk about everything they love and hate about books.

Book Besties Season 4, Episode 6 Delilah Green Doesn’t Care

On this week's episode of Book Besties we dive into Delilah Green Doesn't Care by Ashley Herring Blake. The Besties get side tracked a lot, dive into when tropes are needed, and talk about lessons learned from romance books.

Things talked about in this episode:

Winston’s Pranks from New Girl(for context): https://youtu.be/4npwBRIt8k0

Annapolis Book Festival: https://www.keyschool.org/community/annapolis-book-festival

Meet Molly and April, they bonded over books and became Book Besties. So, what do you do when you find your book bestie? Start a podcast of course. Hang out with April and Molly as they talk about everything they love and hate about books.

Book Besties Season 4, Episode 5 Love on the Brain

This week the Besties discuss Ali Hazlewood’s second novel, Love on the Brain as they launch a month-long celebration of contemporary romance. Join them as they gripe about the inaccuracy of walking to NASA, romance troupes that work, and the perfect mix of humor and spice.

Things talked about in this episode:

Distance from Houston to NASA: https://goo.gl/maps/uLWkHaDgAiwwo6D59

Midnight Barbar: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Alu8eUGR97o

BP Oil Spill: https://www.epa.gov/enforcement/deepwater-horizon-bp-gulf-mexico-oil-spill?fbclid=IwAR02zgDKooJYX2OBD0adnB-6bQ7snF2L8F57gevfhM9KScibNMHNP-D5K2E

Aubrey Plaza Drew Barrymore Interview: https://www.youtube.com/shorts/_ys8BeNfeok

How I Met Your Mother, Bangity Bang: https://www.youtube.com/shorts/8DFPZhjId60

Apollo: https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/50332041-apollo

The Astronaut Wives Club: https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/16131193-the-astronaut-wives-club?ref=nav_sb_ss_2_12

Devil in the White City: https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/397483.The_Devil_in_the_White_City?ref=nav_sb_ss_1_18

NASA Centers: https://science.nasa.gov/about-us/nasa-centers

Annapolis Book Festival: https://www.keyschool.org/community/annapolis-book-festival

Meet Molly and April, they bonded over books and became Book Besties. So, what do you do when you find your book bestie? Start a podcast of course. Hang out with April and Molly as they talk about everything they love and hate about books.

Book Besties Season 4, Episode 4 Illuminae

This week the Besties are rolling with laughter before they even start. Listen in to this freaky Friday episode where Molly keeps everything on track and April gets distracted by shiny things and they talk about the book Illuminae.

Things talked about in this episode:

Gilmore girls scene: https://youtu.be/821hMXdxfpo

Daisy Jones and the Six: https://www.audible.com/pd/Daisy-Jones-The-Six-Audiobook/1984845306?action_code=ASSGB149080119000H&share_location=pdp

Midnight Library Podcast episode and Audiobook:

https://rss.com/podcasts/bookbesties/782361/

https://www.audible.com/pd/The-Midnight-Library-Audiobook/059334023X?action_code=ASSGB149080119000H&share_location=pdp

Characters: https://illuminae-files.fandom.com/wiki/Characters

Illuminae Homeschooling readers link: https://www.state.lib.la.us/files/LYRC/Illuminae_Guide.pdf

Born Series:

https://a.co/d/5i57gdx

https://www.goodreads.com/series/93110-born

Meet Molly and April, they bonded over books and became Book Besties. So, what do you do when you find your book bestie? Start a podcast of course. Hang out with April and Molly as they talk about everything they love and hate about books.

Book Besties Season 4, Episode 3- Luckiest Girl Alive

This week the Besties are joined by Honorary Book Bestie Nurse Katie as they discuss the controversial book Luckiest Girl Alive by Jessica Knoll. Join them as they talk about difficult scenes to read, unsatisfying plot twists, and how addictive this story becomes. Enter an episode that unfolds like our shit show of a group chat. Trigger Warnings: gang rape, school shooting, depression, alcohol abuse, teen drinking, eating disorders

Things talked about in this episode:

Poo Chart: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bristol_stool_scale

Luckiest Girl Alive Wikipedia entry Katie references: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Luckiest_Girl_Alive

Netflix Adaptation: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt4595186/?ref_=nv_sr_srsg_0

Meet Molly and April, they bonded over books and became Book Besties. So, what do you do when you find your book bestie? Start a podcast of course. Hang out with April and Molly as they talk about everything they love and hate about books.

This week the Besties are joined by Honorary Book Bestie Nurse Katie as they discuss the controversial book Luckiest Girl Alive by Jessica Knoll. Join them as they talk about difficult scenes to read, unsatisfying plot twists, and how addictive this story becomes. Enter an episode that unfolds like our shit show of a group chat. Trigger Warnings: gang rape, school shooting, depression, alcohol abuse, teen drinking, eating disorders

Things talked about in this episode:

Poo Chart: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bristol_stool_scale

Luckiest Girl Alive Wikipedia entry Katie references: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Luckiest_Girl_Alive

Netflix Adaptation: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt4595186/?ref_=nv_sr_srsg_0

Meet Molly and April, they bonded over books and became Book Besties. So, what do you do when you find your book bestie? Start a podcast of course. Hang out with April and Molly as they talk about everything they love and hate about books.

Book Besties Season 4, Episode 2- The Midnight Library

Join the Besties this week as they talk about The Midnight Library by Matt Haig. This episode the besties do talk about a Suicide so if that is triggering for you just skip, we get it. Please enjoy the Besties talk about what their in-betweens could look like for them, when books are not what you thought, and we get more chaotic.

Suicide Hotline: 988

Things talked about in this episode:

British Cover of All Souls Trilogy:https://deborahharkness.com/all-souls-world-home/foreign-editions-all-souls-trilogy/

New Quantum Leap: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt17043230/?ref_=ext_shr_lnk

Suicide Hotline: https://988lifeline.org/

Meet Molly and April, they bonded over books and became Book Besties. So, what do you do when you find your book bestie? Start a podcast of course. Hang out with April and Molly as they talk about everything they love and hate about books.

If you or someone you know is in need of help please call or visit: 988 &https://988lifeline.org/

Book Besties Season 4, Episode 1- Tomorrow and Tomorrow and Tomorrow by Gabrielle Zevin

The Besties are BACK for season 4!!! This week the Besties discuss fan suggested Tomorrow and Tomorrow and Tomorrow by Gabrielle Zevin. Join us as we discuss pretentious books, intimate, platonic relationships, and share the episode bell ringers/ screaming goats. Trigger warning: mass shooting

Things talked about in this episode:

PlayFirst Games (publisher of Choclatier): https://playfirst.com/

Ready Player One Episode: bit.ly/3Xfc6X7

Oregon Trail Game History: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Oregon_Trail_(series)

Molly mix-up: Nabisco had a candy game-themed game website called “candystand.com” this website is now owned by the Publisher Clearing House.

Trolley Problem: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Trolley_problem

Book Besties Instagram for official contest entry: https://www.instagram.com/bookbestiespod/

Meet Molly and April, they bonded over books and became Book Besties. So, what do you do when you find your book bestie? Start a podcast of course. Hang out with April and Molly as they talk about everything they love and hate about books.

Book Besties Season 3, Episode 24.5 – Thom’s ACOTAR Review

Thom had some very “pointed” things to say about Sarah J Mass’ A Court Of Thorns And Roses. Come, let us explore the verbose lexicon of an illiterate human hunter. In this episode Thom discusses relationship advice for both men and women, He shares his thoughts on the dark hidden side of the “blessed” and their true purpose while subjecting the listeners to some of his own fairy porn. This and other musings are what make this a truly terrible book. There are some serious plot holes and other issues, so why did Thom rate this book a 4.5 out of 5?

Things mildly referenced in this episode:

Plain White T’s: 1, 2, 3, 4

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PYp0GVzmLgY

Men will practice to become better

https://www.cnbc.com/2022/12/21/63percent-of-men-use-dates-to-become-a-better-version-of-themselves.html

Team work in relationships

https://www.fatherly.com/love-money/7-signs-you-and-your-wife-are-truly-a-team

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Meet Molly and April, they bonded over books and became Book Besties. So, what do you do when you find your book bestie? Start a podcast of course. Hang out with April and Molly as they talk about everything they love and hate about books.

Book Besties Season 3, Episode 24- Season 3 Recap

As the Besties discussed in the beginning of the episode we are not covering Queerly Beloved by Susie Dumond. But instead, please enjoy them discussing some of their favorite things from this past year in this final episode of season 3.

Things talked about in this episode:

Team America World Police IMDB & Theme Song:

https://youtu.be/KtJJC0nWs9s

https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0372588/?ref_=ext_shr_lnk

Francesca Zappia Episodes:

https://rss.com/podcasts/bookbesties/411124/

https://rss.com/podcasts/bookbesties/694209/

Hood Feminist:

https://www.amazon.com/Hood-Feminism-Notes-Movement-Forgot/dp/0525560548

Heartstopper series:

https://a.co/d/hwjZTvx

Meet Molly and April, they bonded over books and became Book Besties. So, what do you do when you find your book bestie? Start a podcast of course. Hang out with April and Molly as they talk about everything they love and hate about books.

Hood Feminism: Notes from the Women That a Movement Forgot

Book Besties Season 3, Episode 23-Spoiler Alert

This week the Besties discuss a book full of meet-cute magic, Spoiler Alert by Olivia Dade. Join them as Molly explains fanfiction, they talk about plus size representation and when the legos just match up right.

Things talked about in this episode:

Fangirl Episode: https://rss.com/podcasts/bookbesties/255870/

How to write fanfiction: https://bookriot.com/how-to-write-fan-fiction/

Peaky Blinders IMDB : https://www.imdb.com/title/tt2442560/?ref_=ext_shr_lnk

Game of Thrones FanFiction: https://www.fanfiction.net/tv/Game-of-Thrones/

Win a Date with Tad Hamilton!: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0335559/?ref_=ext_shr_lnk

ACOTAR: Book 2 chapter 55

Sex and the City Episode NSFW: https://youtu.be/KG-Kr9qtvGo

Types of Dyslexia : https://neurohealthah.com/blog/types-of-dyslexia/#:~:text=Dyslexia%20can%20be%20developmental%20(genetic,surface%20dyslexia%2C%20and%20visual%20dyslexia.

Learn more about dyslexia: https://www.readingrockets.org/article/top-10-resources-dyslexia

Meet Molly and April, they bonded over books and became Book Besties. So, what do you do when you find your book bestie? Start a podcast of course. Hang out with April and Molly as they talk about everything they love and hate about

Book Besties Season 3, Episode 22-Ice Planet Barbarians

This week the Besties talk about Ruby Dixon’s first book Ice Planet Barbarians from her viral series. Join them as they talk pen names, going viral, what a greeting is on an Ice planet and uterus pancakes. And of course, April reminds us that it’s never as bad as 50 Shades of Grey or The Lost Apothecary.

Things talked about in this episode:

Ruby Dixon website

New cover

Fans on Ruby Dixon

Blue by Eiffel 65 lyric

NSFW Rabbit Vibrator info

What We Do in the Shadows

Meet Molly and April, they bonded over books and became Book Besties. So, what do you do when you find your book bestie? Start a podcast of course. Hang out with April and Molly as they talk about everything they love and hate about books.

Book Besties Season 3, Episode 21-Before I Fall

This week the Besties discuss a favorite of April’s Before I Fall by Lauren Oliver. The Besties get a big sidetracked this week, as they often do. But, in the end, they manage to successfully break down all seven days, the privilege and pain of popularity, and reveal our bell ringers for this YA novel. Trigger Warnings: suicide, eating disorders

Things talked about in this episode:

Molly’s friend’s book Bodies of Water: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0BLQYNNZ8?ref_=cm_sw_r_cp_ud_dp_3D8EWGHV06SRQB2R6K4H&fbclid=IwAR216BfOcVKFKZSRG8qioqVfkAL-l7nFJPaSs38aDaDLCfgHVhpJzDbc6_U&pldnSite=1

Sarah Drew Audiobooks: https://www.audible.com/search?searchNarrator=Sarah+Drew

Comedian April referenced: Fortune Feimster https://www.fortunefeimster.com/

Afterworlds by Scott Westerfield: https://scottwesterfeld.com/books/afterworlds/

Groundhog Day scene: https://youtu.be/1jvcNrjM_F4

HarperCollins Strike: https://www.npr.org/2022/11/10/1135741557/workers-at-harpercollins-publishers-begin-strike?fbclid=IwAR0Gu8jCc3ujUa6Fw6OYNL7EZwdfkpEecSuvj_y3zR9kOtDflCfvvJrcF0Q

Meet Molly and April, they bonded over books and became Book Besties. So, what do you do when you find your book bestie? Start a podcast of course. Hang out with April and Molly as they talk about everything they love and hate about books.

Book Besties Season 3, Episode 20- When You Get the Chance

The Besties are back together! This week they jump into When you get the Chance by Emma Lord. Listen in as they talk about Broadway dreams, plot-holes, boy best friends, and if all the characters are needed.

Things talked about in this episode:

Francesca Zappia Episodes:

Season 2, Episode 9: http://bit.ly/3tsjJMQ

Season 3, Episode 19: https://rss.com/podcasts/bookbesties/694209/

Baby by Justin Bieber: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Baby_(Justin_Bieber_song)

Was Farrah on the census for 1979-1983: first of the Social Security website only shows from 1980 and up and Molly needs to eat her words, it wasn’t popular. April was right.

Geocaching: https://www.geekwire.com/2022/no-hiding-from-its-popularity-at-20-geocaching-still-seeks-to-turn-players-on-to-worldwide-game/#:~:text=The%20game%2C%20which%20combines%20GPS,in%20more%20than%20190%20countries.

Meet Molly and April, they bonded over books and became Book Besties. So, what do you do when you find your book bestie? Start a podcast of course. Hang out with April and Molly as they talk about everything they love and hate about books.

Book Besties Season 3, Episode 19- Station Eleven

This week April is joined by special guest host and author Francesca Zappia to discuss Station Eleven by Emily St. John Mandel, while Molly is still recovering. Join April and Chessie as they discuss the masterclass writing of this book, what it’s like to read this book pre and post-pandemic, and Chessie previews her new book.

Things talked about in this episode:

Chessie’s website where you can pre-order Greymist Fair: https://www.francescazappia.com/

Station Eleven Mini Series: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt10574236/?ref_=nv_sr_srsg_3

PBS The Great American Read (Fifty Shades of Grey was #86): https://www.pbs.org/the-great-american-read/home/

Emily St. John Mandel on COVID: https://www.macleans.ca/longforms/emily-st-john-mandel-cant-stop-writing-about-pandemics/

NaNoWriMo: https://nanowrimo.org/

Season 2, Episode 9 featuring Francesca Zappia: http://bit.ly/3tsjJMQ

Meet Molly and April, they bonded over books and became Book Besties. So, what do you do when you find your book bestie? Start a podcast of course. Hang out with April and Molly as they talk about everything they love and hate about books.

Book Besties Season 3, Episode 18- The Duke and I

This week April is joined by special guest host Nurse Katie Alexander to discuss the Duke and I, while Molly is out sick. Join April and Katie as they discuss classic bodice rippers, the complete and disappointing lack of dragons, and compare the novel to the steamy Netflix series.

Things talked about in this episode:

The Midnight Bargain episode: https://bit.ly/themidnigtbargain

Royal rank breakdown: http://bit.ly/3NAPIUx

Bridgerton cast: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt8740790/?ref_=nv_sr_srsg_0

Polly Fry (British scandal): http://bit.ly/3FPGdyS

Article April referenced about Indian women in Regency: http://bit.ly/3fDNg2Y

Vitamin String Quartet: https://www.vitaminstringquartet.com/

Meet Molly and April, they bonded over books and became Book Besties. So, what do you do when you find your book bestie? Start a podcast of course. Hang out with April and Molly as they talk about everything they love and hate about books.

This week the Besties take on the Booktok favorite A Court of Thorns and Roses by Sarah J. Maas. This is the first reading of ACOTAR for the Besties. Join them as they discuss fairies vs. fae, the parallels between this story and some of their other favorites, and decide if this series is worth finishing.

Things talked about in this episode:

ACOTAR TV show in the works: https://ew.com/tv/a-court-of-thorns-and-roses-hulu-ron-moore/

Meet Molly and April, they bonded over books and became Book Besties. So, what do you do when you find your book bestie? Start a podcast of course. Hang out with April and Molly as they talk about everything they love and hate about books.

Book Besties Season 3, Episode 16- The Mary Shelley Club

This week the Besties finish their “spooky season” with Goldy Moldavsky’s, The Mary Shelley Club. Join them as they talk about what makes a book scary, predicting the ending, and plot holes. This book is a good wrap-up to spooky season.

Things talked about in this episode:

Goldy Moldavsky website: https://goldymoldavsky.com/

Audible #notsponsored: https://www.audible.com/pd/The-Mary-Shelley-Club-Audiobook/0593402715

Gilmore girls The Puffs: https://gilmoregirls.fandom.com/wiki/The_Puffs

Scream: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0117571/

Correction the Therapist horror is called the 4th Kind: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt1220198/

Francesca Zappia Episodes:

https://rss.com/podcasts/bookbesties/411124/

https://rss.com/podcasts/bookbesties/344710/

Meet Molly and April, they bonded over books and became Book Besties. So, what do you do when you find your book bestie? Start a podcast of course. Hang out with April and Molly as they talk about everything they love and hate about books.

Book Besties Season 3, Episode 15- We Were Liars

This week the Besties discuss the YA mystery, We Were Liars by E. Lockhart. This episode features a book April picked for spooky season that is outside her normal genre of choice, that she knew Molly would love. Turns out, she was right. Join us as we talk about our love of unreliable narrators, problems of wealthy white people, and family secrets.

Things talked about in this episode:

Eat, Poop, Sleep: https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/6811128-eat-sleep-poop?ac=1&from_search=true&qid=JaUmSEXj0h&rank=1

Paperback edition with additional content: https://www.amazon.com/We-Were-Liars-Lockhart/dp/0385741278/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=we+were+liars&qid=1665859266&qu=eyJxc2MiOiIyLjE1IiwicXNhIjoiMS40MyIsInFzcCI6IjEuNDMifQ%3D%3D&sprefix=we+were+l%2Caps%2C469&sr=8-1

Audiobook narrator Ariadne Meyers: https://www.penguinrandomhouseaudio.com/narrator/44415/ariadne-meyers/

We Were Liars potential movie: https://www.penguinrandomhouseaudio.com/narrator/44415/ariadne-meyers/

Cruel Intentions: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0139134/?ref_=nv_sr_srsg_3

Family of Liars: https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/59586261-family-of-liars?ac=1&from_search=true&qid=lNoY0VWaYh&rank=1

Meet Molly and April, they bonded over books and became Book Besties. So, what do you do when you find your book bestie? Start a podcast of course. Hang out with April and Molly as they talk about everything they love and hate about books.

We Were Liars

Book Besties Season 3, Episode 14- The Midnight Bargain

This week the Besties dive into The Midnight Bargain by C. L. Polk. A story full of magic, world building, and struggles gives the Besties a lot to talk about. Join them as they bring out OG questions from season 1, feminism in fantasy books, and when a book needs a series.

Things talked about in this episode:

C. L. Polk Website: https://clpolk.com/

Season 3 Episode 13: https://rss.com/podcasts/bookbesties/640577/

Audiobook narrator: https://www.hoopladigital.com/title/13596726

Interview with C. L. Polk: https://www.cbc.ca/books/c-l-polk-s-fantasy-novel-the-midnight-bargain-is-about-feminism-identity-capitalism-magic-adventure-1.5889660?fbclid=IwAR2DOYP8rTXYmaj6BuN-vxYoL9jGHZVyLL4X8GfPJk8VYt2PsIdZ49TOvl0

Meet Molly and April, they bonded over books and became Book Besties. So, what do you do when you find your book bestie? Start a podcast of course. Hang out with April and Molly as they talk about everything they love and hate about books.

Book Besties Season 3, Episode 13- Granted

This week the Besties are joined by author of the Granted series Kendra Thomas. Join us as we ask Kendra our burning questions about her four book series, gush over a map in a book, and talk about independent publishing.

Things talked about in this episode:

Granted Series by Kendra Thomas: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08BRLGH8V?searchxofy=true&binding=kindle_edition&ref_=dbs_s_aps_series_rwt_tkin&qid=1663544158&sr=8-1

Author website (buy signed copies here!): https://www.kendrathomasbooks.com/

Correction: C.L. Polk is nonbianary. They describe themselves as a Black person. They are also from Canada. In this episode April misgendered them and mislabeled them as African American. The Book Besties apologizes for this oversight. You can find more information about C.L. Polk here: https://clpolk.com/

Meet Molly and April, they bonded over books and became Book Besties. So, what do you do when you find your book bestie? Start a podcast of course. Hang out with April and Molly as they talk about everything they love and hate about books.

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Book Besties Season 3, Episode 12- TripTych

This week the Besties are talking about Karin Slaughter’s first book in the Will Trent series, Triptych. On Today’s episode the Besties struggle to keep on task, talk about unreliable narrators, good writing even when it isn’t your genre, and TV shows.

Things talked about in this episode:

Karin Slaughter Website: https://www.karinslaughter.com/

Will Trent TV Show info: https://deadline.com/2022/08/will-trent-drama-ramon-rodriguez-abc-series-order-1235087383/

https://www.imdb.com/title/tt17543592/

April’s GoodReads: https://www.goodreads.com/craftylibrarian10

Granted Series by Kendra Thomas (our guest October 4): https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08BRLGH8V?searchxofy=true&binding=kindle_edition&ref_=dbs_s_aps_series_rwt_tkin&qid=1663544158&sr=8-1

Meet Molly and April, they bonded over books and became Book Besties. So, what do you do when you find your book bestie? Start a podcast of course. Hang out with April and Molly as they talk about everything they love and hate about books.

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Book Besties Season 3, Episode 11- The Astonishing Color of After

This week the Besties are talking about The Astonishing Color of After by Emily X.R. Pan. Join the Besties as they talk about mental health issues, synesthesia and seeing all the colors, and how writing with an MFA differs from other writing. This episode has a trigger warning for severe depression and death by suicide. Listener discretion is advised.

Things talked about in this episode:

John Green’s video about banning his book: https://www.instagram.com/reel/Cii95DBgoW0/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link

Synesthesia by Andrew McMahon: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wfm1Gvlz12U

China’s Ghost Festival: https://oftaiwan.org/culture/ghost-festival/

Ghost Bride: https://www.bbc.com/news/world-asia-china-37103447

Updated Suicide statistics: https://afsp.org/suicide-statistics/

Suicide and Crisis Life Line: https://988lifeline.org/

Carrie Fisher: https://carriefisher.com/mental-health-resources/

More About Carrie Fisher: https://slate.com/technology/2016/12/carrie-fisher-was-a-pioneer-in-mental-health-advocacy.html

Electroconvulsive Therapy: https://www.mayoclinic.org/tests-procedures/electroconvulsive-therapy/about/pac-20393894

April’s GoodReads: https://www.goodreads.com/craftylibrarian10

Granted Series by Kendra Thomas (our guest October 4): https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08BRLGH8V?searchxofy=true&binding=kindle_edition&ref_=dbs_s_aps_series_rwt_tkin&qid=1663544158&sr=8-1

Meet Molly and April, they bonded over books and became Book Besties. So, what do you do when you find your book bestie? Start a podcast of course. Hang out with April and Molly as they talk about everything they love and hate about books.

Book Besties Season 3, Episode 10- Project Hail Mary

This week the Besties are talking about Project Hail Mary by Andy Weir. This is the second of his books the Besties have covered, and they agreed it does not disappoint. The science is really science-ing in this book, join them as they talk aliens, serenade you, and talk about what makes an ending good.

Things talked about in this episode:

Website: https://www.bookbestiespodcast.com/

Banned Book Week September 18th-24th: https://www.ala.org/news/mediapresscenter/presskits/bbw#:~:text=Banned%20Books%20Week%20(September%2018,books%20in%20libraries%20and%20schools.

Nora Roberts Story: https://www.buzzfeednews.com/article/juliareinstein/nora-roberts-michigan-library-donation?fbclid=IwAR2RuYINZPdv4G4m71LuJd38D3dmMF2aI_Ogsw0bkMv_z1n0gs5_wKjlrAE

DND instagramer and tiktoker: Jay Foster @swoleinitiative

Andy Weir talking about audiobook and movie: https://youtu.be/G1WJHTy2HJ0

Season 2 Episode 2 Starship Troopers: https://rss.com/podcasts/bookbesties/363516/

Audible link: https://www.audible.com/pd/Project-Hail-Mary-Audiobook/B08G9PRS1K?action_code=ASSGB149080119000H&share_location=pdp&shareTest=TestShare

Meet Molly and April, they bonded over books and became Book Besties. So, what do you do when you find your book bestie? Start a podcast of course. Hang out with April and Molly as they talk about everything they love and hate about books.

Book Besties Season 3, Episode 9- A Good Girl's Guide to Murder

This week the Besties are joined by Bookstagrammer @cozyblanketreads Alexa to discuss A Good Girl’s Guide to Murder by Holly Jackson. Join us as we discuss Alexa’s journey as a Bookstagrammer, poorly written parents in YA novels, and debate the precocious teen girl cliche. This episode contains lots of spoilers for the series as a whole.

Things talked about in this episode:

Twilight episode from season 1: https://www.bookbestiespodcast.com/episodes/season01-episode-02-first-book-fight-ljjn7

Francesca Zappia: https://www.francescazappia.com/

You can find Alexa on Instagram and TikTok. Her handle is @cozyblanketreads.

Meet Molly and April, they bonded over books and became Book Besties. So, what do you do when you find your book bestie? Start a podcast of course. Hang out with April and Molly as they talk about everything they love and hate about books.

Book Besties Season 3, Episode 8- The Book of Lost Names

This week the Besties discuss The Book of Lost Names by Kristin Harmel. Join them as they talk about cliches in historical fiction when it comes to the World War II genre, bells are rung, and April agrees to refilm the lost episode if we have 1,000 followers by season 5.

Things talked about in this episode:

Surfers Healing: https://www.surfershealing.org/

The Alice Network: https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/32051912-the-alice-network

Based on true story: .https://getliterary.com/the-book-of-lost-names-excerpt-a-gifted-forger-joins-the-resistance-in-wwii-france/

Night by Elie Wiesel: https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/1617.Night

Auschwitz-Birkenau Museum: https://www.auschwitz.org/en/

Picture of Elie Wiesel in Auschwitz: https://encyclopedia.ushmm.org/content/en/photo/former-prisoners-of-the-little-camp-in-buchenwald

Francesca Zappia: https://www.francescazappia.com/

Chessie Episode: https://rss.com/podcasts/bookbesties/411124/

Meet Molly and April, they bonded over books and became Book Besties. So, what do you do when you find your book bestie? Start a podcast of course. Hang out with April and Molly as they talk about everything they love and hate about books.

Book Besties Season 3, Episode 7- The Night Circus

This week, April attempts to convince Molly that she can read and enjoy a book that is historical fantasy: The Night Circus by Erin Morgenstern. Listen as the Besties try to decide if they even like this book, try to understand the fandom surrounding this standalone book, and make terrible attempts at Boston accents.

Things talked about in this episode:

More info about the fandom: https://thenightcircus.fandom.com/wiki/The_Night_Circus_Wiki

Erin Morgenstern’s website: https://erinmorgenstern.com/

Why this book is not YA: https://erinmorgenstern.com/2011/04/circusy-things/

Reddit Thread:https://www.reddit.com/r/bookclub/comments/s415i/discussion_the_night_circus_by_erin_morgenstern/

Hyundai Super Bowl Commercial “Smaht Pahk”: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WBmW sYc

The Martian episode from season 1: https://rss.com/podcasts/bookbesties/323292/

Meet Molly and April, they bonded over books and became Book Besties. So, what do you do when you find your book bestie? Start a podcast of course. Hang out with April and Molly as they talk about everything they love and hate about books.

Book Besties Season 3, Episode 6- It Ends With Us

This week, on a shorter than planned episode, the Besties attempt to tackle It Ends With Us by Colleen Hoover. Join them as they talk about the dark and light of this book, talk about crying in the shower, and cliché character names.

This book covers domestic violence, rape and homelessness so we are putting up a heavy TRIGGER WARNING. We understand that this might be a touchy episode for listeners, so it is okay to skip this episode.

If you or you know of someone who needs help:

National Domestic Violence Hotline: 1(800)799-7233

https://www.thehotline.org/ has an emergency out red x that helps you quickly leave the website

Things talked about in this episode:

Movie: https://the-bibliofile.com/it-ends-with-us-movie-release-cast-trailer-film/#:~:text=It%20Ends%20With%20Us%20Movie%20Development%20Timeline&text=December%2012%2C%202020%20Justin%20Baldoni,the%20screenplay%20is%20being%20written.

Colleen Hoover website: https://www.colleenhoover.com/portfolio/it-ends-with-us/

Bonus Chapter Love Hypothosis: https://alihazelwood.com/books/the-love-hypothesis/bonus/

Charities: https://impactful.ninja/best-charities-for-domestic-violence/

Meet Molly and April, they bonded over books and became Book Besties. So, what do you do when you find your book bestie? Start a podcast of course. Hang out with April and Molly as they talk about everything they love and hate about books.

Book Besties Season 3, Episode 5- Turtles All the Way Down

This week on Book Besties Molly and April continue to manifest John Green every season until he comes on. Join them as they discuss mental health issues, discuss the complexity of high school friendships, and find hope in Aza’s story. This episode includes trigger warnings for self harm and anxious thoughts.

Things talked about in this episode:

VlogBrothers video where John Green interviews Isabela Merced: https://youtu.be/fEXi6HPlbFU

Tuatara: https://www.doc.govt.nz/nature/native-animals/reptiles-and-frogs/tuatara/

Interview with John Green from Reader’s Notes in book is not available online. It can be found in the paperback edition of the book.

Banana Splits: https://www.bananasplitsresourcecenter.org/

Book that inspired John Green is I Contain Multitudes by Ed Young: https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/27213168-i-contain-multitudes?ac=1&from_search=true&qid=C9X1Z3PnqZ&rank=1

Turtles All the Way Down Expression: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Turtles_all_the_way_down#:~:text=%22Turtles%20all%20the%20way%20down,flat%20Earth%20on%20its%20back.

Meet Molly and April, they bonded over books and became Book Besties. So, what do you do when you find your book bestie? Start a podcast of course. Hang out with April and Molly as they talk about everything they love and hate about books.

Book Besties Season 3, Episode 4- The House in the Cerulean Sea

This week on Book Besties Molly and April gush about how good, The House in the Cerulean Sea is by TJ Klune. Listen in as they talk about how much they love this book to the point they forget how to pod, magical beings and their place in this world, and hidden meanings in text.

Things talked about in this episode:

Character Breakdown: http://www.startsateight.com/house-in-the-cerulean-sea-character-mapping/

Dead People music playlist:

https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5JVAbD8XhGGNFVHfy6QC5P?si=a202a2474db24cdf
https://sweetlittlevampire.tumblr.com/post/660780405510832128/dont-you-wish-you-were-here-a-house-in-the

How to say Gazebo: https://youtu.be/KkllBVZgKB4

Correction from last week: Author of Night circus is Erin Morgenstern.

Alexa is coming in September, not August.

Meet Molly and April, they bonded over books and became Book Besties. So, what do you do when you find your book bestie? Start a podcast of course. Hang out with April and Molly as they talk about everything they love and hate about books.

Book Besties Season 3, Episode 3- It Happened One Summer

This week on Book Besties we talk about It Happened One Summer by Tessa Bailey. Join us as we talk about awkwardly written dialogue, reading porn poolside, and attempt to find substance in a book full of smut. This episode is laugh-out-loud funny and full of lots of spicy talk.

Things talked about in this episode:

The Real Story of Paris Hilton: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wOg0TY1jG3w

Correction: April’s Good Reads rating was a 3.5/5.

Meet Molly and April, they bonded over books and became Book Besties. So, what do you do when you find your book bestie? Start a podcast of course. Hang out with April and Molly as they talk about everything they love and hate about books.

Book Besties Season 3, Episode 2- The Matchmaker’s List

This week on Book Besties we talk about The Matchmaker’s List by Sonya Lalli. Join them as they listen to Molly struggle to get through the synopsis, April is disappointed with the lack of spice, and the besties talk about the difference between bad writing and bad storytelling.

Things talked about in this episode:

“The Peppiest Kids” Lyrics (shoutout to Hidden Hollow Camp in Ohio: The peppiest kids I ever saw, they never come a pokin’. If I would to tell you the pep they have, you’d think I was a jokin’. It’s not the pep in the pepper pot or the pep in the popcorn pooper. It’s not the pep in the mustard jar or the pep in the vinegar stopper. It’s good ole fashioned “P-E-P”. The pep you can’t knock down. Hidden Hollow, Hidden Hollow. The peppiest kids around.

The Imitation Game was based on the biography Alan Turning: The Enigma: https://time.com/3609585/the-true-story-of-the-imitation-game/

Henna Tattoo: https://thehennarealm.com/blog/4-henna-aftercare-tips#:~:text=The%20minimum%20amount%20of%20time,can%20sleep%20the%20hours%20away..

Grandfather in Indian Nana:https://www.rd.com/list/grandma-grandpa-different-languages/#:~:text=%E2%80%9CIn%20our%20Indian%20culture%2C%20',two%20kids%20of%20her%20own.

Meet Molly and April, they bonded over books and became Book Besties. So, what do you do when you find your book bestie? Start a podcast of course. Hang out with April and Molly as they talk about everything they love and hate about books.

Book Besties Season 3, Episode 1- Beach Read

For the season 3 premiere, the Besties discuss Beach Read by Emily Henry as part of their summer poolside reads series. Join them as they talk about literary foreplay, the definition of women’s fiction, and the beauty of the slow burn.

Things talked about in this episode:

Correction: Gus was too years older than January, but they were in the same year in college. Gus dropped out of high school and started college later. Molly claims this means we were both right. April disagrees. They’ve agreed to remain friends.

The One Where Ross and Rachel Take a Break: https://friends.fandom.com/wiki/The_One_Where_Ross_And_Rachel_Take_A_Break

What Do We Mean When We Say Women’s Fiction: https://lithub.com/what-do-we-mean-when-we-say-womens-fiction/

Maggie’s Blue Punch: Vodka, Coconut rum, blue curacao, tequila, pineapple juice and a splash of regular rum

Molly Blue Punch: ¼ cup of: Blue Curacao, regular rum. ½ Cup: Vodka, Coconut rum, Tequila. 46oz Pineapple Juice and 1 liter sprite.

Upcoming guests: Alexa (@cozyblanketreads), Kendra Thomas (@kendrathomasauthor), Maddy (@bookislybouv), and Francesca Zappia (@chessiezappia).

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Book Besties Season 2, Episode 24- The Guncle

On the final episode of season 2 the Besties cover The Guncle by Steven Rowley. Join them as they talk about their favorite Guncle Rules, how we all grieve and is a love story always necessary in a book.

Things talked about in this episode:

Author and Audiobook narrator: https://www.stevenrowley.com/

Guncle Movie: https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/movies/movie-news/the-guncle-movie-lionsgate-1234962095/

The Guncle setting and inspiration: https://www.palmspringslife.com/steven-rowley-books/

Petition: https://www.change.org/p/federal-drug-administration-end-the-discriminatory-deferral-policy-allow-gay-men-to-donate-blood

Francesca Zappia: https://www.francescazappia.com/

Shout out to Forest Hill College Library. Find them at @fhclibrary on Instagram.

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Book Besties Season 2, Episode 23- Boyfriend Material

This week our Book Besties are reunited after Molly’s hiatus. Join them as they discuss Boyfriend Material by Alexis Hall. Join them as they gush about this book and its hilarious jokes, send Dick Pics to Nurse Katie and only ring the bell twice.

Things talked about in this episode:

Katie Trevor project: https://www.facebook.com/donate/3193520990893287/10222315410413940/

Trevor Project: https://www.thetrevorproject.org/

Boyfriend Material Narrator Joe Jameson: https://www.audiofilemagazine.com/articles/narrator-joe-jameson-on-boyfriend-material/

Study of Bugs: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Entomology

Dax Shepard IMDB : https://www.imdb.com/name/nm1009277/

BDSM community on Fifty Shades: https://www.theatlantic.com/culture/archive/2015/02/consent-isnt-enough-in-fifty-shades-of-grey/385267/

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Book Besties Season 2, Episode 22- One Last Stop

On today’s episode April is joined by Nurse Katie while Molly is out sick. The Besties discuss One Last Stop by Casey McQuiston to kick off Pride Month and our two month summer read series. Join us as we talk about sex on a subway, bad plot twists, and lots of LGBTQ history. Special thanks to our Honorary Book Bestie Nurse Katie for filling in this week for Molly.

Things talked about in this episode:

Correction: Stonewall was in NYC, not San Francisco. You can find out more about the Stonewall Riots here: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Stonewall_riots#:~:text=The%20Stonewall%20riots%20(also%20known,in%20the%20Greenwich%20Village%20neighborhood

Link to donate to Katie’s bike fundraiser for the Trevor Project: https://www.facebook.com/donate/3193520990893287/?fundraiser_source=external_url

Casey McQuiston’s new book is I Kissed Shara Wheeler: https://www.goodreads.com/en/book/show/58756420-i-kissed-shara-wheeler

Columbus Pride 2022: https://stonewallcolumbus.org/pride/

Trevor Project: https://www.thetrevorproject.org/

Q Line in NYC: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Q_(New_York_City_Subway_service)

Subversive Cross Stitch: https://www.amazon.com/Subversive-Cross-Stitch-Clever-Designs/dp/1576877558

UpStairs Lounge Arson: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/UpStairs_Lounge_arson_attack#:~:text=The%20UpStairs%20Lounge%20arson%20attack,Louisiana%2C%20in%20the%20United%20States.

NYC Blackout 1977: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/New_York_City_blackout_of_1977

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Subversive Cross Stitch: 50 F*cking Clever Designs for Your Sassy Side

Book Besties Season 2, Episode 21- Circe and Black and Pink

On today’s episode the Besties give a quick take on Circe by Madeline Miller and hear a reading of a Molly Biggs original short story “Black and Pink”. This episode is weird because Molly has COVID, and we picked a weird book for the pod. There was a lot of pivoting this episode, but we hope you like it anyway.

Things talked about in this episode:

Correction: Circe was on the island Aeaea,

Sappho: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sappho

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Book Besties Season 2, Episode 20- Opposite of Always

On today’s episode, the Besties talk about Opposite of Always by Justin A. Reynolds. Join us as we talk about expectations from book cover design, unnecessary cliches, and meet-cutes gone wrong. This episode goes off the rails, as all the best Book Besties episodes do.

Things talked about in this episode:

Sickle Cell info: https://www.hopkinsmedicine.org/Medicine/sickle/patient/

All Our Wrong Todays: https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/27405006-all-our-wrong-todays

Enterprise is the ship from Star Trek.

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Book Besties Season 2, Episode 19- Nine Perfect Strangers

On today’s episode the Besties talk about Nine Perfect Strangers by Liane Moriarty. Join us as the Besties discuss why they didn’t actually like this trending book. From an unrealistic ending to “pussy power”, this episode is a deep loathing of a book we had high expectations for.

Things talked about in this episode:

California Microdosing: https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/lifestyle/lifestyle-news/pyschedelic-mushrooms-microdosing-medical-treatment-1235076616/

Nine Perfect Strangers Cast: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt8760932/?ref_=nv_sr_srsg_0

Australia’s Emu War: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Emu_War

Drinking with Kangaroos: https://ab.co/3NhlBQI

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Book Besties Season 2, Episode 18- The Royal We

On today’s episode the Besties talk about The Royal We by Heather Cocks and Jessica Morgan. Join us as we discuss British tabloids, the Royal Family, amazing cliffhangers, and April finally gives a book five stars.

Things talked about in this episode:

Interview with Authors: https://pagesix.com/2020/07/07/fug-girls-jessica-morgan-and-heather-cocks-have-royal-esp/

People Magazine’s Dream Casting: https://people.com/royals/the-royal-we-movie-dream-cast/

Adam Henry Instagram (April’s pick for Gaz): instagram.com/thisbe_adamhenry/?hl=en

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On today’s episode the Besties talk about Me Before You by Jojo Moyes. Join us as we discuss wishing we could change endings of books with each read, the besties get real talking about death with dignity, comment on the rotation of British actors, and talk about the movie adaptation.

Things talked about in this episode:

April’s Goodreads Account: https://www.goodreads.com/user/show/34980639-april

RAINN Sexual Assault Statistics: https://www.rainn.org/statistics/criminal-justice-system

Physician-Assisted Suicide Fast Facts: https://www.cnn.com/2014/11/26/us/physician-assisted-suicide-fast-facts/index.html

Me Before You Cast: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt2674426/?ref_=nv_sr_srsg_0

The Leading Lady Part Sketch: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fpDHNbjGivo

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Book Besties Season 2, Episode 16- Hitchhiker’s Guide to the Galaxy

On today’s episode the Besties are joined by our editor (and April’s husband) Thomas Watkins as we talk about Hitchhiker’s Guide to the Galaxy by Douglas Adams. Join them as Molly and Thomas embarrass April, we laugh the entire episode, and Molly tries to kill off Thom and April. This episode is great for fans of Adams and fans of Book Besties alike.

Things talked about in this episode:

Douglas Adams answered “Why 42?” on a fan forum: https://groups.google.com/g/alt.fan.douglas-adams/c/595nPukE-Jo/m/koaAJ3tPBtEJ

Beeblebears are stuffed teddy bears in the shape of Zephodbeeblebrox by the zz9 plural z Alpha organization. They also have teeshirts and stuff. The bears are 30 pounds, cause this whole thing is british AF: https://zz9.org/zz9-shop-bears/

Because interplanetary towel day is totally a thing here is a link. There is nothing there but a half hearted plea, asking you to remember your towel: http://towelday.org

Douglas Adams’ Dr. Who episodes: https://tardis.fandom.com/wiki/Douglas_Adams

Albatrosses are seabirds (April wins): https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Albatross

Koi are freshwater fish (Thomas wins): https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Koi

Whose team are you on? Comment below.

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Book Besties Season 2, Episode 15- Jurassic Park

On today’s episode the Besties talk about Jurassic Park by Michael Crichton. Join them as they talk about the difference between book and film, Molly struggles with basic English, and April finally likes a book Molly picked.

Things talked about in this episode:

Dolly the Sheep: https://dolly.roslin.ed.ac.uk/facts/the-life-of-dolly/index.html

Cheetah artificial insemination: https://phys.org/news/2020-02-world-vitro-cheetah-cubs-born.html

Michael Crichton: https://www.michaelcrichton.com/

Bone reconstruction April talked about: https://www.boredpanda.com/skull-how-aliens-would-reconstruct-animal-meme/?utm_source=google&utm_medium=organic&utm_campaign=organic&fbclid=IwAR2sn6Y2Rr5AU1JU8vOfoN_QqfBG-eBPok7bWmWu6N7JmDoTvY1J56kYY3U

Dinosaurs may have feathers:https://www.amnh.org/exhibitions/dinosaurs-among-us/feathers#:~:text=Some%20scientists%20think%20all%20dinosaurs,to%20be%20preserved%20in%20fossils.

Jurassic Park IMDB: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0107290/

April Good Reads: https://www.goodreads.com/user/show/34980639-april

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Book Besties Season 2, Episode 14- Good Omens

In today’s episode of Book Besties, we talk about Good Omens by Neil Gaiman and Terry Pratchett. The Besties discuss their favorite Doctor Who, A LOT about Michael Sheen and David Tennant, and a little bit about Good Omens.

Things talked about in this episode:

Full cast audiobook production: https://www.audible.com/pd/Good-Omens-Audiobook/0062896954

Regular audiobook: https://www.audible.com/pd/Good-Omens-Audiobook/B0036KV7Y4

*CORRECTION: Neil Gaiman doesn’t voice God in the original audiobook.

Neil Gaiman IMDB: https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0301274/

Why all the Queen: https://literature.stackexchange.com/questions/3718/whats-the-joke-with-best-of-queen-in-good-omens

Characters in Good Omens: https://www.litcharts.com/lit/good-omens/characters

Article talked about: https://www.smh.com.au/culture/tv-and-radio/good-omens-neil-gaiman-reveals-what-he-and-terry-pratchett-shared-20190603-p51u1y.html

Staged: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt12369754/

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Book Besties Season 2, Episode 13- The Fault in Our Stars with Special Guest Nurse Katie

On today’s episode, the besties talk about The Fault in our Stars by John Green. We are joined by a special guest, our friend Nurse Katie. Join us as we discuss good work-life balance, kids with cancer, books with unclear endings, book boyfriends, and debate how appropriate it is to kiss in the Anne Frank House.

Things talked about in this episode:

Awesome Socks Club: https://awesomesocks.club/

Foundation to Decrease World Suck: https://www.projectforawesome.com/

Esther Earl: https://www.wbur.org/hereandnow/2014/03/05/esther-earl-star

John Green remembers Esther: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Mj96HM9kDTQ

John Green reflects on TFIOS: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1XywnjKNyQA

Aerogramme Writers’ Studio: https://www.aerogrammestudio.com/2018/10/09/how-to-apply-for-the-amsterdam-writers-residency/

The Fault in Our Stars movie: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt2582846/?ref_=nv_sr_srsg_0

Grey’s Scene: https://youtu.be/LNVKsqcDdtA

PET scan: positron emission tomography scan

Nurse Katie bio: Katie Alexander graduated from North Central State College with an associate degree in Nursing in 2003. She began working as staff nursing the surgical/trauma ICU. She returned to complete her Bachelor of Nursing at The Ohio State University in 2012. After realizing she wanted a higher level of knowledge and more impact on the care delivery of patients, she completed a Master of Science in Nursing degree from Mount Carmel College of Nursing with a specialization in adult gerontology acute care nurse practitioner in 2014.

Katie is a Board-certified nurse practitioner with active memberships in The Oncology Society of Nurses, The American Cannabis Nurses Association and The American Association of Nurse Practitioners. She is passionate about advocating for the healthcare and cancer needs of the LGBTQAI population. She currently practices with a team of 11 medical oncologists, 1 gynecology oncologist and 3 other APRN’s at the Mark Zangmeister Cancer Center inColumbus, Ohio.

In her spare time, Katie enjoys baking, gardening, reading and spending time with her husband, two daughters, two dogs, and 9 chickens. Her ultimate retirement goal is to own a donut truck.

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Book Besties Season 2, Episode 12- Revisit Twilight by Stephenie Meyer

In this episode the Book Besties were supposed to be discussing their one star review of the Lost Apothecary by Sarah Penner. Alas, that book is the curse that keeps giving and the entire episode was lost when our normal recording platform was down and our alternate platform failed to record the episode. Since that book was dreadful, we made the decision to not re-record, and are today giving you a revisit of a fan favorite episode from season 1, Twilight by Stephenie Meyer, with a new intro by April where you can hear a short review of The Lost Apothecary. Join us as April and Molly, talk about everything from sparkly vampires to the movie adaptation.

Things talked about in this episode:

TikTok: @RadNasty for hilarious Twilight content.

The Try Guys Video: https://youtu.be/wNusKQL6zdo

Robert Pattinson Movie about the twin towers was called Remember Me IMDB link: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt1403981/?ref=extshr_lnk

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Book Besties Season 2, Episode 11- The Hunger Games Series

On today’s episode the besties talk about April’s favorite series, the Hunger Game by Suzanne Collins. Join us as we discuss dystopian world building, favorite characters in each book, and have a book fight to rival all book fights. This is an episode for all the Hunger Game Fans out there. This episode explores all three books in the Hunger Games series and the movies based on them.

Things talked about in this episode:

Hunger Games fandom maps and other things: https://thehungergames.fandom.com/wiki/Panem

Madniss Ship: https://shipping.fandom.com/wiki/Madniss#:~:text=Advertisement-,Canon,implying%20that%20Katniss%20respected%20her.

Suzanne Collins interview: https://www.nytimes.com/2018/10/18/books/suzanne-collins-talks-about-the-hunger-games-the-books-and-the-movies.html

Catching Fire Costumer: https://www.vanityfair.com/hollywood/2013/11/hunger-games-fashion-trish-summerville

Hunger Games movie: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt1392170/?ref_=nv_sr_srsg_0

Catching Fire movie: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt1951264/?ref_=nv_sr_srsg_0

Mockingjay Part 1: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt1951265/?ref_=nv_sr_srsg_3

Mockingjay Part 2: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt1951266/?ref_=vp_vi_tt

Original audiobook narrator: https://thehungergames.fandom.com/wiki/Carolyn_McCormick#:~:text=Carolyn%20McCormick%20is%20an%20American,the%20The%20Hunger%20Games%20trilogy.

Tatiana Maslany audiobooks: https://ew.com/books/2018/09/20/tatiana-maslany-hunger-games-audiobook/#:~:text=That's%20right%3A%20The%20Emmy%2Dwinning,at%20EW%20back%20in%20April.

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Book Besties Season 2, Episode 10- The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo

On today’s episode, the besties talk about the very popular book The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo by Taylor Jenkins Reid. Join them as they circle back to Grey’s Anatomy, Molly tries to explain red dawn and they have an honest conversation about this historical fiction.

Things talked about in this episode:

Elizabeth Taylor and Marilyn Monroe: https://www.celebdirtylaundry.com/2012/report-marilyn-monroe-was-bisexual-seduced-elizabeth-taylor-0726/

Red Dawn: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0087985/

Evelyn Hugo Movie: https://twitter.com/filmupdates/status/1400004961090613250?lang=en

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Book Besties Season 2, Episode 9- Katzenjammer with Special Guest Francesca Zappia

On today’s special edition of Book Besties, we are joined by author of Eliza and Her Monsters and forthcoming Katzenjammer Francesca Zappia. Join us Chessie gives us a synopsis of her new book, we revisit a Bestie’s favorite Eliza and Her Monsters, and Chessie and Molly bond over all things writing. This episode is truly one for the fans of Francesca Zappia and all the worlds she’s created.

Things talked about in this episode:

For more information about Francesca Zappia and to preorder her newest book follow her on social media, or visit https://www.francescazappia.com/

“The Yellow Wall-Paper” by Charlotte Parkins Stetson: https://www.nlm.nih.gov/exhibition/theliteratureofprescription/exhibitionAssets/digitalDocs/The-Yellow-Wall-Paper.pdf?fbclid=IwAR1GEVl_EdKUPpXp55QgkoqzZODJk2dxGdlv_aQGjIsC6S2_4-wGWMLBxiA

NaNoWriMo: https://nanowrimo.org/

For the Book Besties full discussion of Eliza and Her Monsters listen to Season 1, Episode 25 here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mPiUeamRgek

Scheduling mix-up: Next week (March 15th) the Besties will cover The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo by Taylor Jenkins Reid and March 22nd will be the Hunger Games series. Sorry for the confusion.

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Book Besties Season 2, Episode 8- Invisible Life of Addie LaRue

On today’s episode, the besties talk about The Invisible Life of Addie LaRue by V. E. Schwab. Laughing at inside jokes, talking about time travel, and more on today’s episode.

Please note that this was filmed before the violence and terror that is going on in Ukraine, no offense was meant. April and Molly wish for peace and safety for all of Ukraine.

Things talked about in this episode:

Saint Joseph: https://www.rockethomes.com/blog/home-selling/st-joseph-selling-house?fbclid=IwAR1cEdyQG7RN__kNUksYFwD1EuDPNSCcuU3wlSaGzNnoVB1WpjB0jhDKytI
Check stories for Alien book cover
Kanya West, Kim Kardashian & Pete Davidson drama: https://www.bustle.com/entertainment/kim-kardashian-pete-davidson-kanye-west-relationship-timeline
Addie LaRue Movie: https://variety.com/2021/film/news/augustine-frizzell-invisible-life-of-addie-larue-movie-1235113462/

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Book Besties Season 2, Episode 7- Eleanor & Park

On today’s episode, the besties talk about Eleanor & Park by Rainbow Rowell to wrap up their month of romantic reads. Join us as we discuss a romance wrapped in trauma, speculate what happens to the characters after the book ends, and even revisit our own first loves. This episode is full of tears, really quote book quotes, and surprisingly no bells.

Things talked about in this episode:

Publication date for E&P- 2012; publication date for Fangirl 2013
National Domestic Violence Hotline- 1-800-799-7233

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Book Besties Season 2, Episode 6- The Love Hypothesis

On today’s episode, the besties talk about the hugely popular book, The Love Hypothesis by Ali Hazelwood. The besties talk about spicy scenes in books, cliché’s they love and hate, dream casting, and more.

Things talked about in this episode:

LGBTQ+ breakdown:

· https://www.nytimes.com/2018/06/21/style/lgbtq-gender-language.html

· https://ok2bme.ca/resources/kids-teens/what-does-lgbtq-mean/

· https://www.verywellmind.com/what-does-lgbtq-mean-5069804

Fast and Furious movies: https://editorial.rottentomatoes.com/guide/fast-furious-movies-in-order/

Thom’s favorite: First film, “It's just all downhill from there.”

Hank Green video on Copyright: TikTok took it down

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Book Besties Season 2, Episode 5- The Kiss Quotient

On today’s episode of Book Besties, the besties discuss their second romantic book of the month: The Kiss Quotient by Helen Hoang. Join us as we talk about authentic representation in romance novels, spicy sex scenes, and cliches found in romance novels. This episode is the second of four romantic books we will discuss in February.

Things talked about in this episode:

Helen Hoang discussing her Autisim diagnosis: https://www.npr.org/sections/codeswitch/2021/07/30/173838620/author-helen-hoang-talks-sex-autism-and-freedom

Potential movie: https://deadline.com/2021/04/the-kiss-quotient-savion-einstein-adapting-helen-hoang-novel-kristin-burr-1234730740/

Asperger’s Syndrome: https://www.autism-society.org/what-is/aspergers-syndrome/

Law about prostitutions vs escorting: https://www.cwsdefense.com/blog/2020/january/escorting-vs-prostitution-what-s-the-difference-/#:~:text=Prostitution%2C%20described%20as%20exchanging%20sexual,someone's%20time%2C%20is%20not%20illegal.

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Book Besties Season 2, Episode 4- The Wedding Date

On today’s episode of Book Besties, the besties dive into February romance reads with Jasmine Guillory’s first novel The Wedding Date. Molly and April discuss favorite snacks, long-distance relationships, and what they love and hate about romance novels. This episode is the first of four romantic books we will discuss in February.

Things talked about in this episode:

Reese Book Club pick: https://www.amazon.com/Proposal-feel-good-romance-make-smile-ebook/dp/B0786QP4HG

https://www.jasmineguillory.com/

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The Proposal

Book Besties Season 2, Episode 3- They Both Die at the End

In episode 3, the Besties talk about They Both Die at the End by Adam Silvera. Join us as we discuss a love story in one day, books that make you cry, and whether we would want to know the time of our death. This book and episode will destroy you. The Besties also make a super exciting announcement about an upcoming episode.

Things talked about in this episode:

A Monster Calls by Patrick Ness: https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/25480342-a-monster-calls?from_search=true&from_srp=true&qid=my7SxyCKyJ&rank=1

The Sun Is Also a Star by Nicola Yoon: https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/28763485-the-sun-is-also-a-star?from_search=true&from_srp=true&qid=SqI5nwJYZ3&rank=1

Move April mentions- Terms of Endearment: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0086425/?ref_=nv_sr_srsg_0

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Book Besties Season 2, Episode 2- Starship Troopers

In episode 2 the Besties have another fun crossover episode for you with Isaac from the Master of None Podcast. This week is Isaac’s pick, Starship Troopers by Robert A. Heinlein, a favorite of

Isaac’s. See what Molly and April think as they dive into the future where space bugs are the enemy, and you need to serve to vote.

Things talked about in this episode:

Master of None Podcast (our special guest Isaac Gordon for Season 2 episodes 1 & 2 on January 11 & 18): https://www.masterofnonepodcast.com/listennow

Movie: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0120201/?ref_=ext_shr_lnk

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April and Molly as they talk about everything they love and hate about books.

Book Besties Season 2, Episode 1- Ready Player One

Welcome back, Besties. In the first episode of season 2, we welcome our special guest Isaac Gordan, Master of None podcast, for part one of a two-episode crossover. In this episode, we discuss Ready Player One by Ernest Cline. Listen as we discuss what defines a book as YA, if tech companies can be altruistic in today’s world, and our experience with 80s pop culture as older millennials.

Things talked about in this episode:

Master of None Podcast (our special guest Isaac Gordon for Season 2 episodes 1 & 2 on January 11 & 18): https://www.masterofnonepodcast.com/listennow

What defines YA: https://www.theatlantic.com/culture/archive/2012/04/what-does-young-adult-mean/329105/

What defines NA: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/New_adult_fiction

Movie IMDB: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt1677720/?ref_=nv_sr_srsg_0

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Book Besties Season 1: BONUS EPISODE

This bonus episode is created by our editor extraordinaire, Thomas Watkins, just for you, our fans. Thank you for joining us for season 1 and see you January 11th where we kick off with special guest Isaac from Master of None Podcast.

Season Two Starter Kit:

Isaac at Master of None Podcast (our special guest Isaac Gordon for Season 2 episodes 1 & 2 on January 11 & 18): https://www.masterofnonepodcast.com/listennow

Re-listen to your favorite episode from season 1 now: https://media.rss.com/bookbesties/feed.xml

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Book Besties Season 1, Episode 26- City of Girls

On today’s episode Molly and April discuss Elizabeth Gilbert’s book City of Girls. The besties talk lovingly about their grandmothers, discuss their different viewpoints on sexuality and explain why this is their least favorite book of season 1.

Things talked about in this episode:

Master of None Podcast (our special guest Isaac Gordon for Season 2 episodes 1 & 2 on January 11 & 18): https://www.masterofnonepodcast.com/listennow

City of Girls Narrator: https://www.penguinrandomhouseaudio.com/blog/pulling-back-the-curtain-of-city-of-girls-with-narrator-blair-brown-and-director-may-wuthrich/

USS Franklin:https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/USS_Franklin_(CV-13)

Officer from USS Franklin: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Leslie_E._Gehres

April wanted you all to know that her favorite book is To Kill a Mockingbird, forever and always, despite the audio glitch in this episode.

Meet Molly and April, they bonded over books and became Book Besties. So, what do you do when you find your book bestie? Start a podcast of course. Hang out with April and Molly as they talk about everything they love and hate about books.

Book Besties Season 1, Episode 25- Eliza and Her Monsters

Today the Book Besties talk about Eliza and Her Monsters by Francessca Zappia. Join us as we discuss the innocence of first love, cliche pitfalls of YA romances, and April tries to reign in Molly’s ADHD.

Things talked about in this episode:

Sarah Scribbles- https://sarahcandersen.com/ (Comic April mentioned)

Master of None Podcast (our special guest in January for Season 2 episodes 1 & 2): https://www.masterofnonepodcast.com/listennow

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Book Besties Season 1, Episode 24- Harry Potter Books 5-7

Join the Book Besties today as they dive into the last three books in the Harry Potter series. Laugh along with them as April rants about plot holes and Molly rambles on about fan theories, they both fangirl over Neville Longbottom, head cannon, and fanfiction.

Things talked about in this episode:

Pottermore house quiz: https://www.wizardingworld.com/news/discover-your-hogwarts-house-on-wizarding-world

Full cast list from movies: https://harrypotter.fandom.com/wiki/List_of_Harry_Potter_cast_members

Tiktoker McGonagall: https://www.tiktok.com/@chanwills0?lang=en

Torture scene article: https://www.cheatsheet.com/entertainment/harry-potter-emma-watson-torture-scene-disturbing-crew.html/

Fred and Hermione: https://www.tiktok.com/@smythology/video/7035362484102024494?sender_device=pc&sender_web_id=7040870762970023429&is_from_webapp=v1&is_copy_url=0

Neville FanFic: https://www.fanfiction.net/s/4022742/1/Neville-Longbottom-and-Dumbledore-s-Army?__cf_chl_jschl_tk__=tIlJGEd6FxHTPSRCtEJ2qantFSF7Xp3qeaRogDxsVjY-1639330939-0-gaNycGzNCOU

Luna Lovegood & Snape: see our Instagram & Facebook stories on tuesday December 14th.

Alan Rickman Clips: https://youtu.be/paZUct9OmAQ

https://youtu.be/z9TJmFmuPu0

Meet Molly and April, they bonded over books and became Book Besties. So, what do you do when you find your book bestie? Start a podcast of course. Hang out with April and Molly as they talk about everything they love and hate about books.

Book Besties Season 1, Episode 23- Harry Potter Books 1-4

On today’s episode, Molly and April(reluctantly)travel to Hogwarts as they dive into this series. Ranting about Dumbledore, sharing their mutual love for Molly Weasley, Molly makes weird sounds, April yells a bit (and a bit more) and they talk about all things Harry Potter.

Things talked about in this episode:

Pottermore house quiz: https://www.wizardingworld.com/news/discover-your-hogwarts-house-on-wizarding-world

Full cast list from movies: https://harrypotter.fandom.com/wiki/List_of_Harry_Potter_cast_members

Tiktoker McGonagall : https://www.tiktok.com/@chanwills0?lang=en

Winky the house elf: https://www.deviantart.com/vivalavida/art/Winky-the-House-Elf-37366917

Meet Molly and April, they bonded over books and became

Book Besties. So, what do you do when you find your book bestie? Start a

podcast of course. Hang out with April and Molly as they talk about everything they love and hate about books.

Book Besties Season 1, Episode 22- Instructions for Dancing

In today’s episode we discuss Nicola Yoon’s disappointing third book Instructions for Dancing. Join us as we talk about cliches of YA romance, debate affairs in books, and discuss the future visions troupe.

Things talked about in this episode:

Narrator for audiobook: Bahni Turprin https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0878034/

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Book Besties Season 1, Episode 21- The Martian

In today’s episode, we blast into space with Andy Weir’s first novel The Martian. Join us as we talk about space pirates, NASA, a few side stories, and how we feel about the movie. Also not sponsored.

Things talked about in this episode:

Andy Weir website: https://www.andyweirauthor.com/

Astronaut Application process: https://www.nasa.gov/feature/application-procedures-for-astronaut-candidate-program/

Mars Maps:

https://www.google.com/mars/

https://www.planetary.org/space-images/map-mars-major-features

https://mars.nasa.gov/mars2020/mission/where-is-the-rover/

Coitus in space:

https://www.dw.com/en/lets-talk-about-sex-in-space/a-59202194

https://www.theguardian.com/science/2000/feb/24/spaceexploration.internationalnews1

Audible drama(not sponsored): https://www.space.com/wil-wheaton-narrates-the-martian-audiobook.html

Movie IMDB: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt3659388/?ref_=ext_shr_lnk

PBS Great American Read: https://www.pbs.org/the-great-american-read/results/

Meet Molly and April, they bonded over books and became Book Besties. So, what do you do when you find your book bestie? Start a podcast of course. Hang out with April and Molly as they talk about everything they love and hate about books.

Book Besties Season 1, Episode 20- The Poet X

In this episode of Book Besties, Molly & April talk about the Poet X by Elizabeth Acevedo. Join us as we talk about books in verse, body positivity, and the impact of religious and family trauma.

Things talked about in this episode:

Carnegie Medal Win- https://www.theguardian.com/books/2019/jun/18/carnegie-medal-first-writer-of-colour-elizabeth-acevedo-the-poet-x

Elizabeth Acevedo’s Instagram- @acevedowrites

Tim Gunn PBS essay: https://youtu.be/TiJX-AwzPkA

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Book Besties Season 1, Episode 19- Yes Please

In this episode of Book Besties, Molly & April talk all things Amy Poehler and her book Yes Please. They talk about how weird it is to analyze a person’s life on paper, if they are Amy or Leslie, and all they love, hate, and in between about Yes Please.

Things talked about in this episode:

Netflix Movie Moxie: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt6432466/?ref_=ext_shr_lnk

Upright Citizen Brigade: https://ucbcomedy.com/

Sarah Palin rap: https://youtu.be/dQlgkq_EW64

Amy Poehler’s Smart girls: https://amysmartgirls.com

Article about Amy Poehler and Anastasia Somoza : https://people.com/tv/amy-poehler-saturday-night-live-skit-on-cerebral-palsy-hurt-then-empowered Mike Schur new show: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt11058054/?ref_=ext_shr_lnk Last chapter live audience. https://youtu.be/Ab6APNHcKh8 Closing of UCB: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Upright_Citizens_Brigade

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Book Besties Season 1, Episode 18- An Absolutely Remarkable Thing

In this episode of Book Besties, the Besties head back to the typical format of swapping hosts. This week April hosts, as we discuss An Absolutely Remarkable Thing by Hank Green. Join us as we talk about rereading books to prep for sequels, the tragedy of the name April May, cliche pitfalls of first time authors, and creating an online persona.

Things talked about in this episode:

Storytime with Miss April- https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCqCYCLXvOZi0Ri6QZf2NJQA/featured

Vlogbrothers Info (founded in 2007):https://store.dftba.com/

Audiobook Narrator Kristen Sieh: https://www.penguinrandomhouseaudio.com/narrator/229074/kristen-sieh/

Correction- Hank Green is part of the full-cast audiobook for A Beautifully Foolish Endeavor.

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Book Besties Season 1, Episode 17- The Bone Garden

In our fourth and final episode for Spooky Season, April and Molly cover The Bone Garden by Tess Gerritsen. Join them as they talk about changing timelines, icky medical stuff, and if reincarnation was really needed in this book.

Things talked about in this episode:

Tess Gerritsen Website: https://www.tessgerritsen.com/

Audiobook Narrator: Susan Denaker

Childbed fever article: https://dartmed.dartmouth.edu/winter09/html/most_unspeakable_terror.php

April Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/craftylibrarian10

Music Halloween Pumpkin from Purple-planet.com

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Book Besties Season 1, Episode 16- The Graveyard Book

Our third episode for Spooky Season Molly & April cover The Graveyard Book by Neil Gaiman. Your book besties talk wibbly wobbly timey wimey things, the orphan trope, and have lots of feelings as they try to stay on track.

Things talked about in this episode:

Neil Gaiman IMDB: https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0301274/

Full Cast production link (not sponsored): https://www.audible.com/pd/The-Graveyard-Book-Full-Cast-Production-Audiobook/B00LXHQO22

Danse Macabre: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Danse_Macabre

Song Molly wouldn’t shut up about: https://youtu.be/BVT78LkPKS8

Link to about Movie Molly & April talked about: https://lrmonline.com/news/neil-gaimans-the-graveyard-book-was-shut-down-at-pixar/

Banning of the graphic novel: https://bannedbooksweek.org/11-challenged-and-banned-comics/

Music Halloween Pumpkin from Purple-planet.com

Meet Molly and April, they bonded over books and became Book Besties. So, what do you do when you find your book bestie? Start a podcast of course. Hang out with April and Molly as they talk about everything they love and hate about books.

Book Besties Season 1, Episode 15- Mexican Gothic

In the second episode of Spooky Season Molly and April talk about Mexican Gothic by Silvia Moreno-Garcia. Magic mushrooms, incest, what is modern horror, and weird-ass houses are just a few things Molly and April talk about this week. Please don’t forget to leave us a rating and review.

Things talked about in this episode:

Hulu show: https://ew.com/books/author-interviews/silvia-moreno-garcia-mexican-gothic-hulu/

Correction: Will Trent series is by Karin Slaughter

Music Halloween Pumpkin from Purple-planet.com

Meet Molly and April, they bonded over books and became Book Besties. So, what do you do when you find your book bestie? Start a podcast of course. Hang out with April and Molly as they talk about everything they love and hate about books.

Book Besties Season 1, Episode 14- Frankenstein

In the first episode of Spooky Season, April and Molly talk about Mary Shelley’s Frankenstein. Listen as Molly and April talk about Hank Green on TikTok, have a conversation about sexuality and monsters, and decide what makes a book horror. Also, they are both overall just unsure about Frankenstein.

Things talked about in this episode:

YouTube crash course Frankenstein:

Part 1: https://youtu.be/SyyrwoCec1k

Part 2: https://youtu.be/hRDjmyEvmBI

Hank Green TikTok: https://youtu.be/hRDjmyEvmBI

Films inspired by Frankenstein: https://romantic-circles.org/editions/frankenstein/Pop/filmlist

Classic Frankenstein clip: https://youtu.be/v5FtI472Q6I

Music is Halloween Pumpkin from: https://www.purple-planet.com

Meet Molly and April they bonded over books and became Book Besties. So, what do you do when you find your book bestie? Start a podcast of course. Hang out with April and Molly as they talk about everything they love and hate about books.

Book Besties Season 1, Episode 13- Thirteen Reasons Why

In this episode of Book Besties, Molly and April will be talking about Thirteen Reasons Why by Jay Asher. Join them as they talk about teenage hormones, mental health, and why we hate “boys will be boys”. This episode is part of our Banned Books series for the month of September 2021. Trigger warnings for this episode: suicide and sexual assault.

Things talked about in this episode:

No Thank You, Evil board game: http://www.nothankyouevil.com/

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Book Besties Season 1, Episode 12- All American Boys

In this episode of Book Besties, Molly and April will be talking about All American Boys by Jason Reynolds and Brendan Kiely. Join them as they talk about important books that make you uncomfortable, police brutality, and double standards. This episode is part of our Banned Books series for the month of September 2021.

Things talked about in this episode:

Jason Reynolds’ Books: https://www.jasonwritesbooks.com/

New York Times article All American Boys: https://www.nytimes.com/2015/12/20/books/review/all-american-boys-by-jason-reynolds-and-brendan-kiely.html

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Book Besties Season 1, Episode 11- Drama

In this episode of Book Besties, Molly and April will be talking about Drama by Raina Telgemeier. Join them as they talk about graphic novels, seeing two boys kissing, and the process of banning books and how you can fight against it. We invite you to help us fight the good fight against book banning.

Things talked about in this episode:

Graphic Novels April recommends:

Maus by Art Spiegelman https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/15195.The_Complete_Maus

The Complete Persepolis by Marjane Satrapi: https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/991197.The_Complete_Persepolis?ac=1&from_search=true&qid=vXWUDwIdae&rank=2

Generations info link: https://www.pewresearch.org/fact-tank/2019/01/17/where-millennials-end-and-generation-z-begins/?fbclid=IwAR1qHn6L9KYsojUz3VsVSauta3WIcJY4V3hZZvMp14dM7nryCRqQqipF7xg

American Libraries Association’s Banned Books List 2021: https://bannedbooksweek.org/banned-books-week-2021-books-unite-us/

ALA Bill of Rights: https://www.ala.org/advocacy/intfreedom/librarybill

Meet Molly and April, they bonded over books and became Book Besties. So, what do you do when you find your book bestie? Start a podcast of course. Hang out with April and Molly as they talk about everything they love and hate about books.

Book Besties Season 1, Episode 10- Looking for Alaska

In this episode of Book Besties, Molly and April will be talking about Looking for Alaska by John Green. Join them as they talk about our Great Perhapses, escaping the labyrinth, and all things John Green. This episode contains a trigger of suicide. If you or someone you know is thinking about suicide, please call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255.

Things talked about in this episode:

VlogBrothers “I Am Not a Pornographer”: https://youtu.be/fHMPtYvZ8tM

VlogBrothers “On the Banning of Looking for Alaska”: https://youtu.be/69rd-7vEF3s

VlogBrothers “The Looking for Alaska Thing”: https://youtu.be/jVdyfnss-ys

The conference John and Hank Green started is called VidCon. More info can be found here: https://www.vidcon.com/

IMDB for Looking for Alaska Hulu series: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt3829868/?ref_=nv_sr_srsg_0

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Book Besties Season 1, Episode 9- To Kill a Mockingbird

In this episode of Book Besties, Molly and April will be talking about April’s favorite book To Kill a Mockingbird by Harper Lee. Join them as they talk about banning books, systemic racism, and small-town prejudices. This episode has heart and depth, much like the novel discussed.

Things talked about in this episode:

Banned Books 2021

https://bannedbooksweek.org/banned-books-week-2021-books-unite-us/

IMDB

https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0056592/?ref=nvsrsrsg0

Books Molly Mentioned:

Consent: The New Rules of Sex Education: Every Teen's Guide to Healthy Sexual Relationships by: Jennifer Lang MD

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1641522801/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o01_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

It's Perfectly Normal: Changing Bodies, Growing Up, Sex, Gender, and Sexual Health by:

Robie H. Harris

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1536207217/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o01_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

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Consent: The New Rules of Sex Education: Every Teen's Guide to Healthy Sexual Relationships

It's Perfectly Normal: Changing Bodies, Growing Up, Sex, Gender, and Sexual Health (The Family Library)

Book Besties Season 1, Episode 8- My Sister’s Keeper

In this episode of Book Besties, Molly and April will be talking about My Sister’s Keeper by Jodi Picoult. This week we have our first guest, Katie Alexander, APRN-CNP(check out our social media to see her full bio). Join us this week as we get our minds blown by Katie, we hate on fictional characters and gush over Joan Cusack.

Things talked about in this episode:

My Sister’s Keeper IMDB: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt1078588/?ref_=ext_shr_lnk

Link’s Katie mentions this episode: https://www.nccn.org/patients/guidelines/content/PDF/ped_all_patient.pdf

https://www.alexslemonade.org/

https://bethematch.org/patients-and-families/support-for-you-and-your-family/one-on-one-support/

https://lls.org/support-resources/information-specialists

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Book Besties Season 1, Episode 7- Fangirl

In this episode of Book Besties, Molly and April will be talking about Fangirl by Rainbow Rowell. Join them as they talk about fandoms gone wild, navigating anxiety and family dysfunction, and endings that make us so mad we cry. An episode that will literally start with a laugh, and then bring you to tears possibly.

Things talked about in this episode:

Fangirl audiobook narrators: Rebecca Lowman, https://www.audiofilemagazine.com/narrators/rebecca-lowman/ and Maxwell Caulfield, https://www.audiofilemagazine.com/narrators/maxwell-caulfield/

“How Rainbow Rowell Weaponized Fandom for Good” by Dana Schwartz

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Book Besties Season 1, Episode 6- A Discovery of Witches

In this episode of Book Besties, Molly and April will be talking about A Discovery of Witches by Deborah Harkness. Join them as they talk about Chumbawamba, haunted houses, all things witches, vampires and daemons, and the magic of librarians.

Things talked about in this episode:

Deborah Harkness wiki: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Deborah_Harkness

Deborah Harkness Website: https://deborahharkness.com/

A Discovery of Witches IMDB: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt2177461/?ref_=ext_shr_lnk

Human, Witch, Vampire, or Daemon--Which Creature Are You?: https://quiz.tryinteract.com/?fbclid=IwAR1LYcP2HNJX4ZcdCWtm8FmmRd5vMOAFqvqDbNcFoT6xUvXi8GdQM3O9aZc#/60ca43a43921790017f9178b

Meet Molly and April, they bonded over books and became Book Besties. So, what do you do when you find your book bestie? Start a podcast of course. Hang out with April and Molly as they talk about everything they love and hate about books.

Book Besties Season 1, Episode 5- Red, White & Royal Blue

In this episode of Book Besties, Molly and April will be talking about Red, White & Royal Blue by Casey McQuiston. Join us as Molly and April talk about modern American politics, sexy love scenes, and international affairs.

Things talked about in this episode:

Narrator from the Audiobook: Ramon de Ocampo link to his website: http://www.ramondeocampo.com/www.ramondeocampo.com/Home.html

Amazon movie/series info: https://www.glamour.com/story/red-white-and-royal-blue-went-viral

IMDB page: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt10172266/?ref_=ext_shr_lnk

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Book Besties Season 1, Episode 4- The Selection

In this episode of Book Besties, Molly and April will be talking about The Selection by Keira Cass. Join us as April swoons over Prince Maxon and Molly bravely fights a gnat, while they discuss love triangles in YA literature, what makes a heroine, and how Keria Cass holds a mirror up to modern day with The Selection.

Things talked about in this episode:

Selection Wiki: https://theselection.fandom.com/wiki/The_Selection_Wiki

Netflix info: https://www.whats-on-netflix.com/news/the-selection-netflix-movie-what-we-know-so-far/?fbclid=IwAR1UxabwIXYqJOcGxi8egOuwQh_RiLylX5XzB8WTY01o3Sw1lwIxNEgCdL8

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Book Besties Season 1, Episode3- Twilight

In this episode of Book Besties, Molly and April will be talking about Stephenie Meyer’s Twilight (the first book from the series). Join us as April and Molly, talk about everything from sparkly vampires to the movie adaptation.

Meet Molly and April, they bonded over books and became Book Besties. So, what do you do when you find your book bestie? Start a podcast of course. Hang out with April and Molly as they talk about everything they love and hate about books.

Things talked about in this episode:

TikTok: @RadNasty for hilarious Twilight content.

The Try Guys Video: https://youtu.be/wNusKQL6zdo

Robert Pattinson Movie about the twin towers was called Remember Me IMDB link: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt1403981/?ref_=ext_shr_lnk

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In this episode of Book Besties, Molly and April will be talking about Emily Giffin’s first novel Something Borrowed. Join them as they talk about their first book fight.

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Book Besties Season 1, Episode 1-

In this episode of Book Besties, Molly and April will discuss how they met and what inspired them to start the Book Besties Podcast.

Meet Molly and April, they bonded over books and became Book Besties. So, what do you do when you find your book bestie? Start a podcast of course. Hang out with April and Molly as they talk about everything they love and hate about books.

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