In the Mood For: A Bookish Podcast

Coming to you a little late on this year's nonsense behavior at Sinners & Stardust as we wonder how some folks got so lost in the sauce. ShaniBallad of Songbirds & Snakes, Suzanne CollinsSunrise on the Reaping, Suzanne CollinsThe Knight & The Moth, Rachel GilligThe Familiar, Leigh BardugoOff Campus, Elle Kennedy rereadsSaving the Rain, Elliot RoseLucky Day, Chuck TingleEndless Anger, Sav R MillerBonnieTotally And Completely Fine, Elissa SussmanDaddy Issues, Kate GoldbeckWell, Actually, Mazey EddingsZomromcom, Olivia DadeDesire In His Blood, Zoey DravenMaryWatch Your Back, Tate JamesBarons of Decay, Angel LawsonWicked Devotions Duet, Nichole GreeneHoney Cut, Sierra SimoneOpen Book, Jessica SimpsonWhat we’re watching:Fall For Me (Netflix)

You get a movie! And you get a movie! And YOU GET A MOVIE! So many film adaptations coming our way and everyone is in a re-reading mood!MaryFunny Story, Emily HenryLola and the Millionaires, Kathryn MoonBarons of Decay, Angel LawsonThe Knight & the Moth, Rachel GilligHarlequin Crew, Twisted SistersWatch Your Back, Tate JamesBonnieBunny, Mona AwadThe Twisted Ones, T KingfisherWilling Prey, Allie OleanderThe Rose BargainEverything is Tuberculosis, John GreeneShaniThe Knight & the Moth, Rachel GilligStirring Spurs, MA WardellNever Been Shipped, Alicia ThompsonDigging Dr Jones, Olivia JacksonOther mentions:Monsters & Muses series, Sav R MillerAdaptations: New Haven series (JL Seegars), The Love Hypothesis (Ali Hazelwood), The Map That Leads to You (JP Monninger), Your Fault & Our Fault London (Mercedes Ron)

Ali Hazelwood superfan Ada of @adagetsliterary joins us again to talk about Ali's newest release, Problematic Summer Romance and Shani finally bullies Mary and Bonnie onto their Rina Kent journeys!AdaTotally & Completely Fine, Elissa SussmanShaniCruel King, Rina KentShots On Net, JJ MulderRuled Out, Ruth StillingRelease Me, KA TuckerBonnieRelease Me, KA TuckerGloves Off, Stephanie ArcherPuck & Prejudice, Lia RileyNot Safe For Work, Nisha J TuliStand and Defend, Sloane St JamesCruel King, Rina KentMaryDear Reader, Tate JamesCruel King, Rina KentOther books mentionedThe Thrashers, Julie SotoNot In Love, Ali Hazelwood 

All of a sudden all of our favorite series are getting tv-show adaptations and we are LIVING.ShaniProblematic Summer Romance, Ali HazelwoodBourbon & Proof, Victoria WilderThe Legend Next Door, Jesse H. ReignDear Reader, Tate JamesFriends of the Museum, Heather McGowanBonnieChange of Heart, Fallon BallardAnywhere With You, Ellie PalmerVisions of Heat, Nalini SinghMeet Me At the Lake, Carley FortuneNot Safe For Work, Nisha J TuliBourbon & Proof, Victoria WilderGloves Off, Stephanie ArcherMaryDear Reader, Tate JamesBride, Ali HazelwoodThe Knight & the Moth, Rachel GilligRuthless Vows, Rebecca RossTV Adaption AnnouncementsMindf*ck Series adapted by Amazon (S.T. Abby)Rose Hill Series adapted by Amazon (Elsie Silver)Heated Rivalry adapted by Crave (Rachel Reid)Other mentions:Doctor Odyssey (ABC)Off Campus series (Amazon)Along for the Ride (Netflix)Cruel Intentions series (Amazon)The Gentlemen (Netflix)Olympo (Netflix)

May was a fabulous release month and we are EATINGGGGGGG.MaryProblematic Summer Romance, Ali HazelwoodThe Knight & The Moth, Rachel GilligOvercompensating (TV Show)Dear Reader, Tate JamesShaniProblematic Summer Romance, Ali HazelwoodHat Trick, Chelsea CurtoChange of Heart, Hannah BaileyAlong Came Amor, Alexis DariaReckless Hearts, Jessa WilderComing in Hot, Josie JuniperBonnieAnywhere With You, Ellie K PalmerVisions of Heat, Nalini Singh

We took a small unintended hiatus due to gestures wildly but we're ready for a summer of fun reads and new releases!

Melanie (@mells_view) joins us to chat about how romance book movie adaptations are making a splash on streaming sites and we are here 👏 for 👏 it👏. My Fault London is a fave but there are lots of films to catch up on. We also chat about which books we'd love to see adapted and how we absolutely can't support Passionflix.ShaniPromise Me Sunshine, Cara BastoneNightshade, Autumn WoodsBloody, Slutty and Pathetic, WhatMurdah (a03, Dramione fic)Not Safe for Work, Nisha J TuliGodless (Netflix)Princes of Carnage, Eva Ashwood MellA Breath of Fresh Air, Allegra HallThe Story of My Life, Lucy ScoreThe Walking Dead (Netflix)Yellowjackets (Hulu)BonnieHathor & the Prince, JJ McAvoyBloodmarked, Tracy DeonnThe Architect, Nikki SloaneAbsolution, Jeff VandermeerThe Auction, lovesbitca8 (a03, Dramione fic, no longer available)MaryOathbound, Tracy DeonnSunrise on the Reaping,  Suzanne CollinsThe Broker, Nikki SloaneOther books mentionedRonan, KA TuckerThe Wolf Hotel series, KA TuckerBook to movie adaptations:Culpa MiaCulpa TuyaMy Fault LondonButcher and BlackbirdTwisted series, Ana HuangLick (passionflix)50 Shades of GreyMaxton HallMarked MenThe NotebookOur dream adaptations:The Harlequin CrewOn The Line, Naomi LoudWas I Ever series, Naomi LoudNocticadia, Keri LakeMagnolia Parks, Jessa HastingsNashville Neighborhood, Nikki SloaneMonsters & Muses, Sav R MillerAddicted, Krista & Becca RitchieDeanna Madden series, AR TorreMendell Hawks, Deanna GreyNew Haven, JL SeegarsFilthy Rich Americans, Nikki SloaneKennedy Ryan (all books)Trail of Sins, Pam GodwinLyonesse series, Sierra Simone

Everyone say bye-bye to Sophie Lark! The ARC readers for her Sparrow & Vine, uncovered multiple problematic and racist passages in the book, which triggered a mountain of blacklash against her. We talk about what went down during that wild week and now badly Sophie and Bloom managed the whole situation.Books Mentioned:MaryOathbound, Tracy Deonn (Legendborn series)BonnieBloodmarked, Tracy DeonnAnnie Bot, Sierra GreerNightshade by Autumn WoodsShaniPrinces of Carnage, Eva AshwoodThe House of My Mother, Shari Franke

Our intent was not to talk about Ali Hazelwood's Deep End again, but we just have a lot of feelings you guys. Featuring the wonderful and talented Ada of @adagetsliterary and @be.archetype on Instagram!MaryThe Broker, Nikki SloaneThe House of My Mother, Sherri FrankePretty Ruthless Monsters, Eva AshwoodTreading Water, B. SobjakkenMy Fault London (Amazon)BonnieOnly In Your Dreams, Ellie K WildLola & the MillionairesHood Feminism, Mikki KendallAdaDeep End, Ali HazelwoodGabby Petito documentary (Netflix)ShaniA New Leaf, Samm WildeOther MentionsPerfect Addition (Amazon Prime)Filthy Rich Americans, Nikki SloaneThe Favorites, Layne Fargo

This week we simply have too many things to say about Ali Hazelwood's newest book, Deep End. We unequivocally loved it but want to know why so many readers are crashing out about the spice, kink, Pen and female friendships. Come on in, the water's fine.  MaryDeep End, Ali HazelwoodUncultured, Daniella Mestyanek YoungShaniQuicksilver, Callie HartEmpire of Temptation, Mila FinelliFirst-Time Caller, BK BorisonBonniePhantasma, Kaylie SmithFirst-Time Caller, BK BorisonThe Irresistible Urge to Fall For Your Enemy, Brigitte KnightleyLiving Legend, Allie ShanteRide With Me, Simone SoltaniOther booksThe Broker, Nikki SloaneDeep End, Ali Hazelwood

So many romance bookstores are popping up all over the country, which we love, obv. What trends are we seeing, what could be improved, will they last?Bonnie books mentioned:Lola and the Millionaires, Kathryn MoonQuicksilver, Callie HartShani books mentioned:First Time Caller, BK BorisonCalamity MT series, Devney PerryThe Bridge Kingdom, Danielle L JensenSold copies of Fourth Wing & Iron Flame & Onyx Storm by Rebecca YarrosMary books mentioned:Heavenly Tyrant, Xiran Jay ZhaoRomance Book Stores - USMeet Cute, La Mesa, CAHeartbound Book Shop, Anaheim, CASmitten, Ventura, CAThe Ripped Bodice, Los Angeles, CASpicy Librarian, Denver, COThe New Romantics, Orlando, FLSteamy Lit, Tampa, FLAll the Tropes, Atlanta, GAHEA Book Boutique, Marion, IABlush & Bashful, Hopkinsville, KYA Novel Romance, Louisville, KYBlush, Wichita, KSRomance-Landia, Centreville, MDTrope Bookshop in Charlotte, NC (mobile bookshop)Beach Read Books in Wilmington, NCKiss & Tale, Collingswood, NJThe Ripped Bodice, Brooklyn NYThe Last Chapter Bookshop, Chicago, ILLove’s Sweet Arrow is in Tinley Park, ILLovestruck Books, Cambridge, MAGrump & Sunshine, Belfast, MEPages & Grapes, Wyoming, MITropes & Trifles, Minneapolis, MNUnder the Cover, Kansas City, MOGood Girls Bookshop, Kalispell, MTLovebound Library, SLC, UTFriends to Lovers Bookstore, Alexandria, VASweeter Than Fiction, Charleston, SCBlush, Dallas, TXLove Affair Bookstore, Midland, TXRoaming Romance (pop-up)CanadaSlow Burn Books, Calgary, CanadaPages of Passion Bookstore, Saskatoon, SKLeather and Lace Books,  Saskatoon, SK 

Recorded a few days before TT went quiet in the US, but stay tuned for our usual yap, and who knows if we'll have TikTok in a few months anyway!ShaniSky Ridge Hot Shots seriesReckless, Elsie SilverHigh Sticking the Heat, Marie MaravillaMarriage & Masti, Nisha SharmaOnce Smitten, Twice Shy, Chloe LieseBonnieThe Bridge Kingdom, Danielle L JensenUnder Loch and Key, Lana FergusonStalker Daddy’s Milk, Krystal ClarkThe Wolf King, Lauren PalphreymanMaryFeast of Fools, Naomi LoudUncultured, Daniella Mestyanek YoungSeverance rewatch podcast

Happy 2025! We round up some recent gossip and drama in the book community and chat about most expected releases for the year.Books mentioned:MaryA Novel Love Story, Ashley PostonNever Keep, Caroline Peckham and Susanne ValentiGifted to His Dad, J WilderFeast of Fools, Naomi LoudThe Diplomat (TV series)Industry (TV series)ShaniThe Shepherd King Duet, Rachel GilligYellowstone (TV series)Fight, Sloane St JamesBonnieThe Bridge Kingdom series, Danielle L JensenSplit or Swallow, Lindsay StraubeUnder Loch and Key, Lana FergusonAngels Blood, Nalini SinghRecent Discourse Round-UpYearly “you didn’t read that many books” discourseAudible shames readersFable fails with AI wrap-upIt’s UX not UIFreydis Moon “returns”?2025 releases!!MaryThe Broker Nikki SloaneOathbound, Tracey DeonnSunrise on the Reaping,The Knight & the Moth, Rachel GilligShaniOut of the Woods, Hannah Bonham YoungRewind it Back, Liz TomfordeBeautiful Venom, Rina KentEndless Anger, Sav R MillerNot Safe for Work, Nisha J TuliFight, Sloane St James BonnieSinners Atone, Somme SketcherThe Wretched Divine, Adalyn GraceDeep End, Ali HazelwoodRose In Chains, Julie SotoThe Irresistible Urge to Fall for Your Enemy, Brigitte KnightleyCan't Get Enough, Kennedy Ryan

Roll on 2025, here's what we loved in 2024!Books mentioned:Wild Side, Elsie SilverDeep End, Ali HazelwoodFan Service, Rosie DanaUnloved, Peyton CorinneSpiral, Bal KhabraNot Another Love Song, Julie SotoSavor It, Tarah DewittThe Co-op, Tarah DewittFunny Feelings, Tarah DewittLights Out, Navessa AllenIf He Wanted to He Wood, Tanya LynnKidnapped by the KrampusCrucible, BB ReidBourbon & Secrets, Victoria WilderJingle Bell Mingle, Sierra Simone & Julie MurphyFirst Time Caller, BK BorisonHeretic (Movie)The Auction, lovesbitca8 Our Top Books / Series of the Year ShaniOn The Line, Naomi LoudTruly Madly Deeply, Alexandria BellefleurAmerican Kingpin, Nick BiltonNot Another Love Song, Julie SotoStrong And Wild, Sloane St JamesMaryThe Temptation, Nikki SloaneThe Frat Boy, Nikki SloaneTwo Twisted Crowns, Rachel GillligNever, Jesse HastingsIron Widow, Iran Jay ZhaoBonnieFilthy Rich Americans series, Nikki SloaneTruly Madly Deeply, Alexandria BellefleurBride, Ali HazelwoodTwo Twisted Crowns, Rachel GillligMagnolia Parks series, Jessa Hastings Sinners Anonymous series, Somme SketcherSongbird & The Heart of Stone, Carissa Broadbent 

This week we chat about some UNHINGED holiday novellas and we really wish you could have seen Mary re-enact a horn job.Books mentioned:Reel, Kennedy RyanPretty Ruthless Monsters, Eva AshwoodThe Legacy Series, Melissa K RoehrichSplit or Swallow, Lindsay StraubeBreath Mints / Battle Scars, Onyx and ElmForget Your Morals, Sarah BlueChristmas at Fox Ridge, Bailey HannahMy December Darling, Lauren AsherDashing All The Way, Chelsea CurtoChilled and Thrilled, Cleo WhiteFilthy Rich Santas, Eva AshwoodHot Frosty (Netflix)Our Little Secret (Netflix)Gifted to His Dad, J WilderElf’d, Ginger KaneCork’d, GingerRailed by the Krampus, Dalia DaviesMy Present This Year, Sierra Simone

Bonnie and Mary chat about the ten books they're aiming to read before the year is out and some wild holiday novellas!Hot Frosty (Netflix)The Holidate (Netflix)Love Hard (Netflix)Let it Snow (Netflix)I think You Should Leave (Netflix)Salt Kiss, Sierra SimoneSalt In the Wound, Sierra SimoneHoney Cut, Sierra SimoneHeavenbreaker, Sara WolfNalini SinghLegendborn, Tracy DeonnBreath Mints Battle Scars (a03 fic no longer available)Truly Madly Deeply, Alexandria BellefleurNever Keep, Caroline Peckham & Susanne ValentiBrutal Boys of Everlake Prep, Caroline Peckham & Susanne ValentiHarlequin Crew, Caroline Peckham & Susanne Valenti Mary 10 Before the EndHeavenbreaker, Sara WolfHoney Cut, Sierra SimoneOur Little Secret, QB TylerFilthy Rich Santas, Eva AshwoodReel, Kennedy RyanThe Perfect Marriage, Jeneva RoseRuthless Vows, Rebecca RossLore of the Wilds, Analeigh SaranHeavenly Tyrant, Xiran Jay ZhaoMindf*ck series S.T. Abby Bonnie 10 Before the EndBloodmarked, Tracy DeanSpiral, Bal KhabraFirst Time Caller, BK BorisonFan Service, Rosie DananThe Auction, LoveBitca8Living Legend, Ali ShanteThe Truth According to Ember, Danica NavaBride of the Shadow King, Sylvia MercedesTrial of the Sun Queen, Nisha J TuliThe Bridge Kingdom, Danielle L JensenHoliday Romance NovellasPaddled by Krampus, Harley LarouxMy Present This Year, Sierra SimoneA Very Krampus Holiday, Katee RobertRailed by the Krampus, Dalia DaviesTaken by the Snowman, BD BrownKidnapped by the Krampus, Emily ShoreA Very Merry Krampus Christmas, Patti Petrone MillerA Very Krampus Christmas Party (Gender Swapped, Brigid FinnElf’d, Ginger KaneThe Very Naughty List, Callie Rose (Not a novella)

Apparently people forgot that books and reading are inherently political. Again.Media mentioned:The Striker, Ana HuangPower Play, Chelsea CurtoFace Off, Chelsea CurtoFall With Me, Beck MackGame Misconduct, Ari BaranDelay of Game, Ari BaranRivals (TV Show)Tell Me Lies (TV Show)Unreal (TV Show)The Perfect Couple (TV Show)Perfect Strangers (TV Shows)Listen For the Lie, Amy TinteraWrong Place Wrong Time Jillian McAllisterHeavenbreaker,Scythe & Sparrow, Brynne WeaverLeather & Lark, Brynne WeaverFilthy Rich Santas, Eva AshwoodLost & Lassoed, Lyla SageSwift & Saddled, Lyla SageHaven, Rebekah WeatherspoonSlave to Sensation, Nalini SinghA Discovery of Witches,Breath Mints / Battle Scars (Fanfic)Rose in Chains, Julie SotoThe Spare, Ava RaniHillbilly Elegy, JD VanceThe Dollop Podcast

Look at us, giving lots of non-romance recommendations for spooky szn!Media mentioned:Role Playing, Cathy YardleyGame Misconduct, Ari BaronHow to End a Love Story, Yulin KuangNobody Wants This (Netflix Show)How Did This Get Made (Podcast)The Wedding Hex, Sarah BlueShe is a Haunting, Trang Thanh TranThere’s Someone Inside Your House, Stephanie PerkinsScream Queens (TV Show)The Ashes and the Star Cursed King, Carissa BroadbentA Hunger Like No Other, Kresley ColeMy Vampire Plus One, Jenna LevineRain of Shadows and Endings, Melissa RoerichNocticadia, Keri LakeThe Secret History, Donna TarttKingmakers, Sophie LarkLegendborn, Tracy DeonnEva AshwoodMania, Naomi LoudCamp Damascus, Chuck TingleHaunted, Chuck PalahniukChoke, Chuck PalahniukFight Club, Chuck PalahniukSpeak No Evil (Movie)Long Legs (Movie)Green Room (Movie)Knives Out (Movie)Glass Onion (Movie)Gosford Park (Movie)True Detective Season 1 (HBO Show)The Outsider, Stephen King (Book & HBO Adaption)Tender is the Flesh, Agustina BazterricaBehind Closed Doors, BA ParisThen She Was Gone, Lisa JewelDon’t Look For Me, Wendy WalkerLittle Rot, Akwaeke EmeziThe Troop, Nick CutterYellowjackets (TV Show)Belladonna series, Adalyn GraceCharming Your Dad, Sarah BlueAn Academy For Liars, Alexis HendersonThe Magicians, Lev GrossmanThe Dare, Harley LarouxHer Soul to Take, Harley Laroux

This week we dip our toes in the AI discourse and try to figure out how if at all AI can exist in the book world. Books mentioned:Rain of Shadows and Endings, Melissa K RoerichMindf*ck series byButcher and Blackbird, Brynne WeaverWisteria, Adalyn GraceACOTAR slanderThe Wingman, Stephanie ArcherA Love Most Fatal, Kath RichardsPhantasma, Kaylie SmithThe Secret History, Donna TarttThe Goldfinch, Donna Tartt

The ever-so-delightful Caitlin of @cbg_reads joins Shani & Mary to chat everything RARE24 from September.Books mentioned:A Love Most Fatal, Kath RichardsCash, Jessica PetersonFire Line, Maggie GatesPhantasma, Kaylie SmithTryst Six Venom, Penelope DouglasFive Brothers, Penelope DouglasIf It Makes You Happy, Julie OliviaCompound Fracture, Andrew Joseph WhiteAmerican Kingpin, Nick Bilton