The Feral Bookshelf: a podcast where we talk about smut

we're chatting about what we're reading and HOW we're reading. Telling capitalism to shove it up their butts, so to speak! Kitty tells us how to commit ethical crimes with our devices.

we all love Bridgerton....but what if we made it better? And made the MMCs monsters? We're talking books with regency vibes but the MMCs have tails, knots, fur, or turn into stones!

Each month in our minisodes this season we'll be chatting about what we're reading and any bookish drama, news, updates, gossip, or interesting topics that are whetting our appetities or griding our gears!Since we're feral, you can expect these episodes to range in length from 30 minutes to almost an hour. Sorry, we like to yap!

welcome to a new season! housekeeping and discussing what books we think you should read this year!no major trigger warning for this episode: tropes discussed include cock warming, ass knotting, water sports, ddlg, and age gap. sara 2 is visited by a spooky orb while talking about her book lol

y'all yeti for a live read? the feral friends plunge into a world of avalanches, snow storms, caves, and horny yetis in this winter themed live read episode!

This week we're reviewing Blackthorn by J.T. Geissinger! Thank you Tor and Bramble for sending us ARCs so we could read this book and provide our honest opinions. As always, shit talk is our love language ❤️

It's our favorite day of the year and so we present our favorite kind of episode - a live read! We have another super special story to share with you, we're just TINGLE-ing with excitement!Music:Track: Little MonstersMusic provided by: Slipstream Music https://slipstreammusic.com

This week we're talking all about dragons!

This week, we are winging it. It's the end of summer, we're moisturized but we're exhausted! We still have lots to yap about from aliens, to mothman, to our favorite hairy monster - Bigfoot!WHAT WE'RE READING THIS WEEK: Marie:  Sinner (Priest #2) by Sierra SimoneSarah 1: Venery by C.M. StunichSara 2:  teller of small fortunes by Julie Leong

This week we are salivating over delicious and depraved fanfic. Fandoms included are Sound of Music, The 100, ACOTAR, and Mandalorian x Boba Fett!WHAT WE'RE READING THIS WEEK: Marie: The Mist Thief (TheEverSeas #3) by L J AndrewsSarah 1: Of Rime and Ruin by Liesl West Kitty:  Luna’s New Reign by N. Slater

This week we're reading bad KU monster romance books. And once again we're asking, why do we do this to ourselves? What We're Reading This Week: Marie:   The Bad Ones by Melissa AlbertSarah 1: Wolves and Whipped Cream by Ash RavenKitty:  Omega’s Revenge by N. SlaterSara 2: Badger to the Bone

Many are asking this question...tune in to find out why we're asking and whether or not we find the answer!WHAT WE'RE READING THIS WEEK: Sara 2:  Badger to the Bone by Shelly LaurentsonMarie: Losers Part 1 by Harley LarouxSarah 1: Hungerstone by Kat Dunn

This week things get bubbly, fizzy, and downright STICKY as the Feral Friday crew live reads an......energy drink erotica???? Tune in for unhinged hilarity!WHAT WE'RE READING THIS WEEK:  Marie:  Sunrise on the Reaping by Suzanne Collins Sarah 1: Fan Service by Rosie Danan Sara 2:  The Female by Invi Wright Kitty: Delta by RK Pierce and Abby Hunter

This week we're hanging out with author Blair M Shadows talking about her book Crystal Iris!PSA - we had some technical difficulties (unbeknownst to us at the time) and Kitty and Marie's audio did not record! Some transitions are awkward, thanks for bearing with us through the awkwardness!WHAT WE'RE READING THIS WEEK: Marie:  Badger to the Bone by Shelly LaurenstonSara 2: Born to be Wilde by Eloisa JamesSarah 1:  Taming the Wolves by Lyx RobinsonKitty: Once Upon a Pack by Ari WrightBlair: Bride by Ali HazelwoodOUR QUESTIONS FOR BLAIR: Why did you start writing? Or, what inspired you to start writing?Where did the inspiration for Crystal Iris come from?What’s one thing you wish you knew before you started publishing?How do you get in the zone for writing?

This week, we’re diving into the wild, passionate world of Omegaverse romance and the transformative magic of fanfiction! Our special guest is Ash (@so.theres.this.book) from Instagram, a dedicated book reviewer and lover of all things paranormal, monster, and extra spicy romance.Together, we’ll break down:🔥 What exactly is Omegaverse, and why does it have such a chokehold on romance readers?📖 How fanfiction shapes—and sometimes dominates—modern romance tropes.👹 The crossover between monster romance and fanfic culture (because yes, there is overlap).💀 Our favorite feral alphas, devoted omegas, and the fanfic-to-published-book pipeline.Whether you’re a longtime Omegaverse enthusiast or just knot-curious, this episode is packed with laughs, musings, and recommendations.. Tune in for a deep-dive into the books (and fics) that make our hearts race!Follow Ash: @so.theres.this.book on InstagramTag us with your favorite Omegaverse recs! @feralfridaypodWhat are we reading this week?   Kitty:  Perfectly in Pieces by cdlynn (fanfic)  Sara 2:  Song of Achilles by Madeline Miller….and JESUS CORNNNNN Sarah 1: ARC of His Juliet by Emilia RossiAsh: Direbound by Sable SorensenMusic"Cyber Fields", Spiros MausMusic provided by https://slipstreammusic.com Download / Stream: https://get.slip.stream/UEXvw4

We are subjecting each other to unhinged and sometimes downright uncomfortable scenes from some our favorite books of recent history. Listen in to one of our favorite kinds of episodes!What are We Reading This Week? Kitty:  The Lost Therian Omega Series by Aisling Cousin  Marie: Once Upon a Dark December by Jessie Thomas + Devour The Dark by Nikki St. CroweSarah 1:  Bull Rush by Maggie RawdonSara 2: Wrestling with Werewolves by Hzel MackIvy: Animal Vegetable Miracle by Barbara KingsolverMusic by mobygratis

We're spotlighting author A.K. Caggiano this week! We each read a book from A.K. Caggiano and learned an important lesson about our reading preferences!What are we reading this week?  Marie: Tangling with Trolls by Hazel Mack (Book 2 of Haven Ever After series) + Once Upon a Dark October by Jessie Thomas (A Sapphic Vampire Romantasy)Sarah 1:  Pheromone by C.M. StunichSara 2: Viking Omegaverse #3 Summer Siege by Lyx RobinsonKitty: Iron Widow by Xiran Jay ZhaoMusic:Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!):https://uppbeat.io/t/albert-behar/dont-be-cruelLicense code: AMPTFWZKQDHNCJYU

This week on Truth Bomb Tuesday, we’re taking a serious and scholarly turn—because obviously, that’s what our listeners expect from a podcast about truth and history. Tune in for a completely normal discussion on such wholesome topics as… well, you’ll see. Let’s just say there’s plenty of historical throbbing (metaphorically speaking… mostly). Consider this our gift to you—because nothing says "We love you" like tuberculosis, stolen art, and the earthly conquests. Trust us, it’ll make sense. Maybe.Available wherever you get your podcasts… if you dare. 😏🔥(P.S. No monsters were harmed in the making of this episode… but several historical figures might wish they had been.)Music provided by https://slipstreammusic.com

Whore-o-scopes for Pisces, Aries, and Taurus!What are we reading this week? Kitty:  Omega Founded - Mae Pierce Marie: Bull Moon Rising by Ruby Dixon | Deep End by Ali Hazelwood Sarah 1:  Mercy, Ian Haramaki Sara 2: Mother of Pearl by AA Fairview Ivy: The House Witch by DelemhachMusic:Track: "Revolutionary Clouds"Music provided by https://slipstreammusic.comDownload / Stream: https://get.slip.stream/HoOCSN

Sara 2 found us an unhinged themed book to read to you all! Listen if you dare!What we're reading this week: Marie: The Witch Queens Mate by H.L. Rose (The Royal Mates Series #2) Sarah 1:  Stolen by the Wolves by Lyx Robinson Sara 2: Duskwalker 5 by Opal Rayne Kitty: Harrow the Ninth by Tamsyn MuirMusic:Track: "Irish Sea"Music provided by https://slipstreammusic.comDownload / Stream: https://get.slip.stream/uV4JMR