Liz and Liz Get Literary

Two girls named Liz diving into fantasy worlds and spicy romances through the pages of a podcast 🎙️📚✨

Diving Into Deep End (Whet) by Ali Hazelwood

📚💙 This week on the podcast, we are diving into Deep End (f.k.a. Whet) by Ali Hazelwood! We're breaking down all the yummy tension between Lukas and Scarlett, our many many swoons in this book, and the emotional depths of Ali's latest release. Did it make a splash or leave us treading water? Tune in to find out! 🌊🎙️

02-19
52:26

Special Episode: Interview with Alexandra Kiley

What a treat we have for you this week! ✨ We had the absolute pleasure of chatting with the brilliant Alexandra Kiley, whose books Kilt Trip and Scot and Bothered whisk you away to the dreamy landscapes of Scotland—complete with swoon-worthy romance and characters you can’t help but adore. Tune in as we talk kilts, tropes, and all things bookish📚💙 

02-10
41:40

Love is on the Shelf. . .

Love is in the air—and on our bookshelves! 💗💗 This week, we’re diving into all our favorite romance reads just in time for Valentine’s Day. Plus, it’s been two weeks since Onyx Storm dropped, so we’re sharing more thoughts now that the dust (or should we say shadows?) has settled. And of course, no episode is complete without a little catch-up! Grab your favorite beverage and tune in. 💖 📚Books mentioned in this episode: • Onyx Storm - Rebecca Yarros • Queen of Shadows and Heir of Fire - SJM • Throne of the Fallen/ Secrets - Keri Maniscalco • ACOTAR - SJM • Realm of the Elderlings - Robin Hobb • Road of Bones & Kingdom of Claw - Demi Winters • Pestilence - Laura Thalassa • The Bargainer Series - Laura Thalassa • Bewitched & Bespelled - Laura Thalassa • Magnolia Parks - Jessa Hastings • First Time Caller - BK Borison • Lost and Lassoed - Lyla  Sage • Emily Henry • Ali Hazelwood • Rose in Chains - Julie Soto • The Knight and the Moth - Rachel Gillig • One Dark Window/Two Twisted Crowns - Rachel Gillig • Beartown/Us Against You/The Winners - Fredrik Bakman • The Book of Doors - Gareth Brown • Kilt Trip - Alexandra Kiley • Deep End - Ali Hazelwood • We Used To Live Here - Marcus Kliewer • A Fate Inked in Blood - Danielle L Jensen • The Kiss Quotient - Helen Hoang • The Rome KY series - Sarah Adams • Any Casey McQuiston book • Better than the Movies - Lynn Painter • Happily Never After - Lynn Painter • Bright Falls series - Ashley Herring Blake • The Paradise Problem - Christina Lauren 

02-03
41:28

Cloudy With A Chance of Onyx Storm

📚✨ This week, we’re catching you up on all things bookish—what we’re reading, where we’ve been, and what’s next on our tbr shelves. Then, we’re diving deep into Onyx Storm by Rebecca Yarros. Expect our honest thoughts, ratings, qualms, and a LOT of feelings. 🖤 Don’t miss it, book besties!  

01-27
01:20:10

Special Episode: Interview with Demi Winters

Book besties! We cannot believe we have another amazing author in the studio! In this episode, we are interviewing Demi Winters, author of Road of Bones and Kingdom of Claw, the first two books in the Ashen series! ❤️‍🔥❤️‍🔥Join us as we discuss her writing process, her incredible series, and laugh with us as we play Trope This or That! You can find the podcast at the link on our profile and make sure you're following her online at ⁠@demiwinterswrites⁠ 🖤🖤🖤 Special thanks to you, Demi, for letting us scream in your face and fangirl over you multiple times. You truly deserve alllll the hype! 🖤🖤

01-20
01:04:22

Book Talk: Our First Video Episode!

🎥✨ It’s our FIRST VIDEO EPISODE! Join us for some cozy book talk as we chat about: 📚 What we’re reading right now (spoiler: it’s good 👀) 📦 The not-so-special editions of A Court of Thorns and Roses 📰 The latest bookish news you need to know!   Grab a cup of caffeine, hit play, and let’s get literary—now with faces! 💕📖

01-13
37:22

The Grace Year by Kim Liggett

You guys know we are regular patrons to Female Rage: the Musical. This book is just another important scene. Come with us as we dive deep into a book that moved us more than any other book in 2024. We are shouting that everyone needs to read The Grace Year by Kim Liggett at least once in their lives. Friendship. Girlhood. It’s so important and we value it above all else! ✨💕🫶🏼

01-06
01:00:57

Special Episode: Interview with Penn Cole!

✨ Special Episode Alert ✨ This week, we’re joined by the brilliant Penn Cole, author of the Kindred’s Curse Saga! 🎙️ We’re diving into her beautifully written magical world, exploring the inspiration behind the series, and discussing all the twists, turns, and secrets that make this series truly unforgettable. Don’t miss this enchanting episode!

12-30
01:16:53

Basgiath 101: Fourth Wing, Iron Flame, and Onyx Storm

To kick off season 3, we are flying back to Basgiath! 🐉✨ Join us as we dive back into Fourth Wing and Iron Flame while unpacking all the twists, heartaches, and triumphs. Plus, we’re putting our heads together to predict what might be in store for Onyx Storm. Will your favorite theories make the cut? Tune in and let’s prep for January together!

12-02
01:11:29

Author Spotlight: Kristin Hannah

This week, we’re diving deep into the unforgettable stories and unmatched emotional depth of Kristin Hannah’s books. From the heartbreak and resilience of The Nightingale to the raw power of The Great Alone, we’re celebrating the queen of historical and contemporary fiction. Join us as we unpack her incredible ability to weave tales of family, love, and survival that stay with readers long after the final page. Whether you’re a longtime fan or new to her work, this episode is a tribute to the stories that have touched so many lives. 📚 What’s your favorite Kristin Hannah book? Let us know!

12-16
01:02:41

Cozy Winter Reads❄️

Grab your coziest blanket and a steaming cup of cocoa - it's time to talk all the perfect winter reads! In this episode, we're sharing what we are currently reading, some book world opinions, and our favorite stories to keep you warm this season Plus, you can shop every book we mention in the episode on our Amazon storefront for your next snow day! ❄️✨ 📚

11-25
50:54

Author Spotlight: Keri Maniscalco

Winter is coming, and so is our latest podcast episode! Join us as we cozy up and dive into our current reads, with a special spotlight on the brilliant works of Kerri Maniscalco. We’re talking all about her captivating book series, including the sultry and mysterious Throne of the Fallen and the intrigue-filled Throne of Secrets. Expect all the bookish excitement as we share why Maniscalco’s stories have us hooked and what makes them perfect for winter reading. If you're as obsessed with thrilling romance and dark, twisty plots as we are, you won’t want to miss this episode! Tune in for literary love, winter reading recs, and plenty of fangirling from your favorite duo, Liz and Liz. Let's get literary!

11-18
01:11:24

FanFiction: The Auction by Lovesbitca8

In this episode, we dive into our latest reads and discuss how feminism sometimes take the backseat when it comes to our favorite book boyfriends. We're also talking about The Auction by lovesbitca8 (also known as Julie Soto)! 📚📚 Also....ever heard of a hear-me-out cake? You'll have to listen to the episode and find out who would be on ours... 🤭🤭

10-28
58:58

TBT: Vampire Academy and Breaking Bookish News

Happy Monday, book lovers, and welcome back to another exciting episode! This week, we are buzzing with excitement as we share all the details from our very first live podcast event - book bedazzling with Wild Geese Bookshop! It was a blast, and we can’t wait to tell you all about it! We’ve also got some juicy bookish news, a bit of bookish tea, and then we’re diving fang-first into a very popular YA series….Vampire Academy! Get ready for laughs, hot takes, and plenty of book talk.

10-21
01:04:32

Rewind: ACOTAR - Tales of Tamlin and His Tears

October is in full swing and we couldn’t be happier enjoying our (too short) fall breaks! 🍂🍁 There are a lot of new faces around here and we are so so grateful to have you here, so we thought it would be fun to reintroduce ourselves by re-releasing our first ever episode, ACOTAR: Tales of Tamlin and his Tears ✨ ACOTAR brought us together and helped start Liz and Liz get Literary so we will always be happy to yap about it 🫶🏼 Tune in if you’re new or just need a refresher on the series and we will see you next week! 

10-14
01:54:40

Series: The Shepherd King Duology by Rachel Gillig

Spooky season is upon us, and what better way to celebrate than by diving into one of our all-time favorite series: One Dark Window and Two Twisted Crowns by the incredible Rachel Gillig. The vibes? Immaculate. The writing? Next-level. Join us as we break down the eerie world Gillig has crafted. A world where magic, mystery, and shadows reign supreme as we discuss the girl, the King, and the monster they became. If you're ready to get lost in a darkly enchanting tale this October, you won’t want to miss this episode! 🎃📖✨

10-06
45:38

Special Episode: Interview with Gillian Eliza West

Book Besties! We are SO excited for today's episode and have been dying to share it with you. You've heard us talk at length about how much we love her Dramione fanfiction and how much of an amazing writer she is. Today, you get to listen as we interview her in anticipation for the release of Ruin, her debut novel! Yes, you guessed it! Our guest today is Gillian Eliza West. It was such a pleasure getting to speak with her on all things Dramione, publishing, her writing process, and more and we cannot reiterate enough how excited we are to read Ruin!

09-30
54:29

🍁Fall 🍁 Into Romance

Get cozy with us as we *fall* into the dreamiest romances of the season! From haunted house flings in Haunted Ever After to sipping lattes at the Pumpkin Spice Cafe and visiting the Cinnamon Bun Bookstore, these reads are spooktacularly sweet. Plus, a little magic with Hex and the City to top it all off! Grab your favorite blanket, light a candle, and join us for some autumn romance. 📚🍁 🍂 🧡

09-23
46:56

TBT: Wicked Lovely by Melissa Marr

Rule #3: Don't stare at invisible faeries Rule #2: Don't answer invisible faeries Rule #1: Don't ever attract faeries' attention. Well, rules are made to be broken and that's what we intend to do on today's episode. Join us as we discuss one of Liz S' favorite series, her introduction to the world of fae, the Wicked Lovely series by Melissa Marr. We discuss the courts, the fae (especially a certain shadow Dark Court King), and all the things in between.

09-16
01:01:38

Author Spotlight: Lyla Sage - Mustaches, Mustangs, and Mental Health Representation

Today on the podcast, we are spotlighting one of our favorite authors, the amazing Lyla Sage. You've listened to us sing her praises before, but saddle up because that hasn't even been the half of it! 🐎 From Done & Dusted and Swift & Saddled, to some sneak peeks at Lost & Lassoed and excitement for Wild & Wrangled, we are covering all the ins and outs of Rebel Blue Ranch and the unique style that Lyla brings to the romance genre. 💛💛💛 So...save a horse, ride a Ryder 🤠🤠 (or something like that...)

09-09
44:08

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