#117 | Books that WILL TURN YOUR FRIENDS into readers

Christine Riccio & Natasha Polis talk all things nerdy in the book, tv, movie, pop culture, fandoms, and how they integrate into their adult lives. Today they’re laying out the guide to gateway books ! We all have friends we want to convert into reader girlies, and ALL IT TAKES is recommending the right book. They’re here to help!! Plus they chat Survivor, Robert Pattison, Lady Gaga’s Coachella performance, Twilight, and more.Main discussion starts at: 41:00Today in Fangirl Tea Time: Join Christine and Natasha for more stories about their recent life escapades. (Starts at 1:39:00 )Support the pod by joining the Forking Fangirls Patreon community: http://patreon.com/thoseforkingfangirls Follow the visual show on our Youtube: http://youtube.com/@thoseforkingfangirls  Come to Romance Con September 5-6, 2025! Use code FANGIRL to get 15% off your tickets: https://www.romance-con.com/Get Christine’s new novel Attached at the Hip: https://a.co/d/grmPeVy Add Attached at the Hip on Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/195790639-attached-at-the-hipCheck out the Selkie Collection and get 10% off your order with code TASHAPOLIS https://selkiecollection.com/collections/allWebsite: https://thoseforkingfangirls.com/ Email us feedback: [email protected] Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thoseforkingfangirls/Twitter: https://twitter.com/forkfangirlspod TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thoseforkingfangirls****In this episode, Christine and Natasha dive into various topics related to nerdy fandoms, including how to encourage non-readers to pick up books, the latest casting news for Pride and Prejudice, updates on Australian Survivor, and the potential of Robert Pattinson joining the Dune franchise. They also discuss Lady Gaga's emotional Coachella performance, the announcement of a Twilight concert, and the upcoming RomanceCon event, along with exciting news about a new Lion King land at Disneyland Paris. The hosts discuss the concept of gateway books and how they can serve as an entry point for new readers. They explore various recommendations tailored to different audiences, emphasizing the importance of understanding the reader's preferences and background. The discussion also touches on the cultural impact of popular books like Twilight and the significance of reviews and recommendations in the reading community. They discuss the nuances of recommending books across genres, particularly how to appeal to different audiences, including young readers and men. Their insights provide a comprehensive guide for anyone looking to dive deeper into the world of books.