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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/@maryeroachMary 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 [email protected] or visit our website bookbestiespodcast.com. You can support the Book Besties by joining our Patreon at Book Besties Podcast.
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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 Clapâs 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/ Blackwellâs Shop for A.J. Westâs books: https://bit.ly/45QBU3h Interview with a Vampire: https://bit.ly/4kFeengMeet 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 [email protected] or visit our website bookbestiespodcast.com. You can support the Book Besties by joining our Patreon at Book Besties Podcast.
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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/4jQIqesMeet 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 [email protected] or visit our website bookbestiespodcast.com. You can support the Book Besties by joining our Patreon at Book Besties Podcast.
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Book Besties Season 8 Episode 17: Last Night at the Telegraph Club
Besties, letâs 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/4jQIqesMeet 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 [email protected] or visit our website bookbestiespodcast.com. You can support the Book Besties by joining our Patreon at Book Besties Podcast.
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Book Besties Season 8 Episode 16: Chaotic Orbits with Author Beth Revis
Strap in, Besties, weâre 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/4jQIqesMeet 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 [email protected] or visit our website bookbestiespodcast.com. You can support the Book Besties by joining our Patreon at Book Besties Podcast.
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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/4jQIqesMeet 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 [email protected] or visit our website bookbestiespodcast.com. You can support the Book Besties by joining our Patreon at Book Besties Podcast.
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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 [email protected] or visit our website bookbestiespodcast.com. You can support the Book Besties by joining our Patreon at Book Besties Podcast.
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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 Wizardâs 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._TurnerThe American Cathedral in Paris: https://amcathparis.com/ Mollyâs Award: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Coast_Guard_Unit_CommendationThere are 45K members of the United States Coast Guard: https://bit.ly/4cPcxAkMeet 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 [email protected] or visit our website bookbestiespodcast.com. You can support the Book Besties by joining our Patreon at Book Besties Podcast.
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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/Whatâs Your Name Meme: https://youtu.be/tSrH-6YUf1g?si=KpWEXqvi_b0ozgqfBook Besties Patreon: patreon.com/BookBestiesPodcastMeet 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 [email protected] or visit our website bookbestiespodcast.com. You can support the Book Besties by joining our Patreon at Book Besties Podcast.
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Book Besties Season 8 Episode 11: The Wedding People
Itâs 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 ânight, 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 [email protected] or visit our website bookbestiespodcast.com. You can support the Book Besties by joining our Patreon at Book Besties Podcast.
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Book Besties Season 8 Episode 10: The Ministry of Time
Besties, this week we talk about a book we couldnât 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/BookBestiesPodcastMeet 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 8 Episode 9: Shark Heart
April Foolâs, 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/3E8PDXGMeet 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 [email protected] or visit our website bookbestiespodcast.com. You can support the Book Besties by joining our Patreon at Book Besties Podcast.
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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/BookBestiesPodcastMeet 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 [email protected] or visit our website bookbestiespodcast.com. You can support the Book Besties by joining our Patreon at Book Besties Podcast.
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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/BookBestiesPodcastMeet 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 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_lnkBook Besties Patreon: patreon.com/BookBestiesPodcast Colleen Stan Kidnapping: https://www.aetv.com/real-crime/colleen-stan-the-girl-in-the-boxMeet 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 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/4bsxosKMichael Kramer (narrator): https://www.katereadingaudiobooks.com/ Book Besties Patreon: patreon.com/BookBestiesPodcastMeet 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 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 âAirport Runâ.
Things talked about in this episode:
TikTokers :@occhiropractor &@drmichaelvan2023 GoodReads Romance list: https://www.goodreads.com/choiceawards/best-romance-books-2023Meet 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 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.
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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_TequilaMeet 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 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/booksFourth 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.
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