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A bi-weekly podcast in which two besties read young adult fantasy through a critical lens

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  • A Heart So Fierce and Broken on a blue and white background
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    Episode 56: A Heart So Fierce and Broken by Brigid Kemmerer

    August 24, 2021 /

    Welcome back! In this episode, we chat about A Heart So Fierce and Broken by Brigid Kemmerer. We share thoughts on such topics as special editions, disability as a disguise, the trope of naming dudes “Hawk,” and whether “Iisak” is pronounced “eye-sack.” And be ye warned, there are some ACOTAR and Star Wars spoilers ahead. Check out our episode on the first book, A Curse So Dark and Lonely! a warm “hello <3” to our newest patron, Emily! We still have a survey going on, and we’d really appreciate if you took it! We’ve already implemented some of your suggestions, so we’d love to know what else you’re looking for in the show!…

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    Episode 8: The Cruel Prince by Holly Black

    December 3, 2018
    Hardcover copy of Six of Crows in front of a winding dirt road. Background is snowy mountains and bright blue sky

    Episode 22: Six of Crows by Leigh Bardugo

    June 18, 2019
    Novel CHILDREN OF BLOOD AND BONE on top of red journal next to "brave wizards" candle

    Episode 2: Children of Blood and Bone by Tomi Adeyemi

    September 10, 2018
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    Episode 40: Wicked Fox by Kat Cho

    November 3, 2020 /

    Hello, Coven! This week we’re coming at you with a discussion of Wicked Fox by Kat Cho. We really enjoyed reading some urban fantasy that took place in South Korea. What are your thoughts about this book? We’re a bit light on notes, because we actually stuck to the book more than usual! Call to action: It’s November 3, and if you haven’t already, be sure to go vote! K watched Itaewon Class to get ready to talk about this book and get more familiar with K-dramas J recommends Explained episode on K-pop Healthcare in South Korea The sequel, Viscous Spirits, is out now, and we can’t wait to read it! Transcript below or…

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    Episode 47: Pet by Akwaeke Emezi

    February 9, 2021
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    Episode 78: Bitter by Akwaeke Emezi

    April 4, 2023
    Sea dragon on the cover of Siege and Storm

    Episode 5: Siege and Storm by Leigh Bardugo

    October 23, 2018
  • Light-skinned black hand holds HOUSE OF SALT AND SORROWS
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    Episode 25 House of Salt and Sorrows by Erin A. Craig (slash an entire year of the show!!)

    August 7, 2019 /

    Have you ever imagined what Downton Abbey would be like if it took place in the Iron Islands and was actually a supernatural murder mystery inspired by a Brothers Grimm story?? Well, House of Salt and Sorrows by Erin A. Craig is all that and much more! Tune in for K’s double entendres and puns and stay for J’s incisive comments about mental illness and ability, along with discussions of numerous other important topics (e.g., whiteness, gender, heteronormativity, class). Before we send you off into the wonderful world of links, let’s do a bit of housekeeping. We have been making this podcast for a year…WHAT!?! Time flies when you are…

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    Episode 50: A Sky Beyond the Storm by Sabaa Tahir

    June 1, 2021
    light purple stationary items, pens, Washi tape beside an iPhone with the screen showing The Burning God on audiobook

    Episode 59: The Burning God by R.F. Kuang

    October 19, 2021
    Novel A BLADE SO BLACK surrounded by a circle of playing cards

    Episode 13: A Blade So Black by L.L. McKinney

    February 11, 2019

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