My Book Bestie Said It's Good

Have you ever read a book review and thought "was this person held at gunpoint to write this?" Well, this is what today's episode is all about! Are we too harsh? or are these ratings too generous? Tune in for our honest opinions, candid reactions, and book bestie banter.Books in this episode:Once Upon a Broken Heart by Stephanie Garber (Once Upon a Broken Heart Series #1)I Who Have Never Known Men by Jacqueline HarpmanFearless by Lauren Roberts (The Powerless Trilogy #3) Q: What's a book that everyone loved but you didn't get the hype?Thank you for joining us 💗_______________________________________________________🔗 Follow us for more bookish content📚Book Club (Fable): ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠My Book Bestie Said It's Good⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠▶️YouTube: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@BookBestieBaid⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠📸 Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@BookBestieSaid ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠🎵TikTok: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@BookBestieSaid⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 🍏 Apple Podcasts: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠My Book Bestie Said It's Good⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

In this episode, we review This Is How You Lose the Time War by Amal El-Mohtar and Max Gladstone and discuss if it's actually sci-fi… or just a very poetic romance?We get into the writing and format, the dual POVs, and how the love story plays out in a futuristic war between two opposing sides.______________________________________________________🔗 Follow us for more bookish content📚Book Club (Fable): ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠My Book Bestie Said It's Good⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠▶️YouTube: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@BookBestieBaid⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠📸 Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@BookBestieSaid ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠🎵TikTok: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@BookBestieSaid⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 🍏 Apple Podcasts: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠My Book Bestie Said It's Good

We could also call this episode "Trisha and Ana fight over Onyx Storm" 😂 We didn’t like these books, so we read the 5-Star reviews, in this episode, we react to 5-star reviews of books we didn’t like. Are we too harsh? or are these ratings too generous? Tune in for honest takes, a few laughs, and some very different opinions. Thank you for joining us 💗_______________________________________________________🔗 Follow us for more bookish content📚Book Club (Fable): ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠My Book Bestie Said It's Good⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠▶️YouTube: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@BookBestieBaid⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠📸 Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@BookBestieSaid ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠🎵TikTok: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@BookBestieSaid⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 🍏 Apple Podcasts: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠My Book Bestie Said It's Good⁠⁠⁠⁠

What makes life meaningful? Join us for a discussion of Paul Kalanithi's acclaimed memoir, When Breath Becomes Air, a book packed with life's most difficult questions. We dive into what we loved, what we didn’t. Want a spoiler? We probably won't touch non-fiction anytime soon 👀Don’t miss our honest take on this bestseller! And let us know: What are your thoughts about it? Did it answer any of your questions, or leave you more distressed? And do you like to read non-fiction?Thank you for joining us 💗TW: This episode discusses terminal illness, death and dying, and grief._______________________________________________________🔗 Follow us for more bookish content📚Book Club (Fable): ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠My Book Bestie Said It's Good⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠▶️YouTube: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@BookBestieBaid⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠📸 Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@BookBestieSaid ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠🎵TikTok: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@BookBestieSaid⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 🍏 Apple Podcasts: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠My Book Bestie Said It's Good⁠⁠⁠⁠

In this episode, we’re chatting with romance author Jillian Meadows about her upcoming release, "No Place Like You", the second book in the Oak Sisters series that’s all about love, family, and finding yourself. We talk about the series, writing romance that feels like home, and even a few sneak peaks into book 3! Jillian also shares her inspiration for this universe, some specific scenes, and what readers can expect next.No Place Like You releases March 10th and if you haven't, don't forget to read her other books! _______________________________________________________🔗 Follow us for more bookish content📸 Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@BookBestieSaid ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠🎵TikTok: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@BookBestieSaid⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ▶️YouTube: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@BookBestieBaid⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠📚Fable: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠My Book Bestie Said It's Good⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠🍏 Apple Podcasts: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠My Book Bestie Said It's Good⁠⁠⁠

What's your hottest take when it comes to reading? In today’s episode, we’re reacting to bookish Reddit hot takes and sharing our honest opinions. From trope culture to debates in the book community, we are reading real Reddit posts and breaking down what we agree with, what we don’t, and everything in between.If you love bookish drama, reader discussions, and unfiltered takes, this one’s for you. ⚠️ Beware of spoilers throughout the episode! _______________________________________________________🔗 Follow us for more bookish content:📸 Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@BookBestieSaid ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠🎵TikTok: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@BookBestieSaid⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ▶️YouTube: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@BookBestieBaid⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠📚Fable: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠My Book Bestie Said It's Good⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠🍏 Apple Podcasts: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠My Book Bestie Said It's Good⁠⁠⁠

It’s a double-feature book club episode! Whoop whoop! Join us for double the fun with this book club discussion episode as we review both Give Me Butterflies and Wreck My Plans by Jillian Meadows. We talk about tropes, our favorite scenes, and what stood out from these contemporary romances, from found family and the heartwarming Christmas vibes to book boyfriends and spice.And stay tuned: we’ll be chatting with Jillian Meadows in an upcoming interview episode about her writing and upcoming second book of the Oak Sisters series, No Place Like You!_______________________________________________________🔗 Follow us for more bookish content📸 Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@BookBestieSaid ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠🎵TikTok: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@BookBestieSaid⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ▶️YouTube: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@BookBestieBaid⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠📚Fable: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠My Book Bestie Said It's Good⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠🍏 Apple Podcasts: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠My Book Bestie Said It's Good⁠⁠⁠

Ever wonder what makes us tick as readers? In this episode, we’re letting you get to know us better! We answer bookish questions and dive into the stories that have stayed with us, the books that shaped who we are, and the reads that continue to influence our lives.We’re sharing the books that hold a special place on our shelves, and in our hearts. If you are curious, this episode is all about connecting over the stories that define us.✨ We’d love to hear from you - which book has left the biggest mark on your life?_______________________________________________________🔗 Follow us for more bookish content📸 Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@BookBestieSaid ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠🎵TikTok: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@BookBestieSaid⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ▶️YouTube: ⁠⁠⁠⁠@BookBestieBaid⁠⁠⁠⁠📚Fable: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠My Book Bestie Said It's Good⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠🍏 Apple Podcasts: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠My Book Bestie Said It's Good⁠

Our month of romantasy reading led us to A Dowry of Blood by S.T. Gibson, but does it really belong in the romantasy genre? In this episode, we unpack our book club pick, talk about our reading experience, explore its themes of love, power, and manipulation, and share our honest reactions.Have you read it? Do you think it counts as romantasy?Join the conversation and read along with us in our book club on Fable!_______________________________________________________🔗 Follow us for more bookish content📸 Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@BookBestieSaid ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠🎵TikTok: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@BookBestieSaid⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ▶️YouTube: ⁠⁠⁠@BookBestieBaid⁠⁠⁠📚Fable: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠My Book Bestie Said It's Good⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠🍏 Apple Podcasts: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠My Book Bestie Said It's Good⁠

As we approach the end of the year, we’re taking a moment to reflect on the ARCs we read in 2025. Think of this episode as a Goodreads wrap-up, but just for ARCs, featuring the books each of the Book Besties read. From wholesome love stories to immersive fantasy worlds and thought-provoking works of literary fiction, this episode highlights our honest reactions to the early releases we had the chance to read.Some of the books we discuss are: And Now Back to You by B.K. BorisonHouse of Day, House of Night by Olga TokarczukIn Your Dreams by Sarah AdamsThe Fallen & the Kiss of Dusk by Carissa BroadbentWild Reverence by Rebecca Ross... and much more!Whether you’re curious about upcoming releases, how to get ARCs, or just want to hear our honest thoughts, this episode is for you.✨ Let us know which release you’re most excited for!

Join us for another book club discussion as we review I Who Have Never Known Men by Jacqueline Harpman. In this episode, we unpack our personal interpretations of the novel, explore its themes, and tackle the ongoing debate around whether it truly qualifies as a feminist book.📚 Tune in, reflect with us, and let us know your take!_______________________________________________________🔗 Follow us for more bookish content📸 Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@BookBestieSaid ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠🎵TikTok: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@BookBestieSaid⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ▶️YouTube: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@BookBestieBaid⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠📚Fable: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠My Book Bestie Said It's Good⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠🍏 Apple Podcasts: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠My Book Bestie Said It's Good⁠⁠⁠

Part 2 is here! We continue the discussion on books we love, but with a twist: we're reading and reacting to their 1 star reviews. Who dealt better with the criticism? Have you ever gotten defensive about negative reviews? Do you agree with these 1 star reviews?Books that we discuss:• The Perks of Being a Wallflower by Stephen Chbosky• For the Fans by Nyla K• Atomic Habits by James Clear• The Answer is No by Fredrik Backman• Wild and Wrangled Lyla Sage• Mistborn by Brandon Sanderson

Join us for a lively book club discussion as we review Till Summer Do Us Part by bestselling author Meghan Quinn! We break down the humor, romance, and heartfelt moments of this fake-dating, best-friend’s-brother rom-com, with plenty of laughs and a few divided opinions along the way._______________________________________________________🔗 Follow us for more bookish content📸 Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@BookBestieSaid ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠🎵TikTok: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@BookBestieSaid⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ▶️YouTube: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@BookBestieBaid⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠📚Fable: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠My Book Bestie Said It's Good⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠🍏 Apple Podcasts: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠My Book Bestie Said It's Good⁠⁠⁠

We are back! In this episode we discuss books we love, but with a twist: we're reading and reacting to their 1 star reviews. Who dealt better with the criticism? Have you ever gotten defensive about negative reviews? Do you agree with these 1 star reviews?Books that we discuss:Not Another Love Song by Julie SotoBig Swiss by Jen BeaginAnimal Farm by George OrwellThe Prison Healer by Lynette NoniFourth Wing by Rebecca Yarros_______________________________________________________🔗 Follow us for more bookish content📸 Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@BookBestieSaid ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠🎵TikTok: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@BookBestieSaid⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ▶️YouTube: ⁠⁠⁠⁠@BookBestieBaid⁠⁠⁠⁠📚Fable: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠My Book Bestie Said It's Good⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠🍏 Apple Podcasts: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠My Book Bestie Said It's Good⁠⁠

In this special book club episode, we’re joined by our book besties from the Daggers and Shadow Daddies Podcast to dive deep into The Knight and the Moth by Rachel Gillig. We share our honest thoughts, favorite (and least favorite) characters, and how this book kept us hooked (or not). Expect laughs, and a whole lot of different opinions.Whether you’ve read the book already or are just curious if it’s worth adding to your TBR, this spoiler-filled chat is for you. Grab your drink, sit back, relax and join our book club. Let’s talk The Knight and the Moth._______________________________________________________🔗 Follow us for more bookish content📸 Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@BookBestieSaid ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠🎵TikTok: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@BookBestieSaid⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ▶️YouTube: ⁠⁠⁠⁠@BookBestieBaid⁠⁠⁠⁠📚Fable: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠My Book Bestie Said It's Good⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠🍏 Apple Podcasts: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠My Book Bestie Said It's Good⁠⁠

Before we had a podcast, we had a book club! In this episode, we are going down memory lane to revisit the books we read together before we hit record: the ones we loved, the ones we didn’t, and the ones we still argue about until today.Whether you're a long-time listener or new to our club, this episode is perfect if you're looking for your next read (or want to avoid a few).📚 Featuring books like Happy Place by Emily Henry, Fourth Wing by Rebecca Yarros, The Silent Patient by Alex Michaelides, Recursion by Blake Crouch, The Invisible Life of Addie la Rue by V.E. Schwab, Butcher & Blackbird by Brynne Weaver and And Then There Were None by Agatha Christie.

In this episode we talk about super hyped books that were not for us, this means the bestsellers, booktok favorites and 5-star reads for everyone else. We’re sharing the books that disappointed us and asking: are we the problem, or are these books just overrated?Expect some unpopular opinions, a few spicy takes, and maybe a little guilt. Some of the books we mention:Powerless by Lauren RobertsFearless by Lauren Roberts Onyx Storm by Rebecca YarrosGot a book you didn’t love that everyone else raves about? DM us @BookBestieSaid we want to hear it! _______________________________________________________🔗 Follow us for more bookish content📸 Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@BookBestieSaid ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠🎵TikTok: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@BookBestieSaid⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ▶️YouTube: ⁠⁠⁠@BookBestieBaid⁠⁠⁠📚Fable: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠My Book Bestie Said It's Good⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠🍏 Apple Podcasts: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠My Book Bestie Said It's Good⁠If you want to join our book discussions and read with us join our book club on Fable!

After a long wait, Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie is back with her first novel in over a decade; but did it live up to expectations? In this episode we discuss Dream Count, explore its powerful themes around the struggles of Black women, and share our honest reviews.Have you read it? What did you think? Join the conversation and read with us in our book club on Fable! _______________________________________________________🔗 Follow us for more bookish content📸 Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠@BookBestieSaid ⁠⁠⁠⁠🎵TikTok: ⁠⁠⁠⁠@BookBestieSaid⁠⁠⁠⁠ ▶️YouTube: ⁠⁠@BookBestieBaid⁠⁠📚Fable: ⁠⁠⁠⁠My Book Bestie Said It's Good⁠⁠⁠⁠🍏 Apple Podcasts: ⁠⁠⁠⁠My Book Bestie Said It's Good⁠

In this episode, we’re sharing our favorite five-star books, the must-read titles that left a lasting impact on us. Either because of their fantastic writing, exceptional plot, immersive world-building or just the feels we were left with after.Join us as we reflect on what makes a book truly exceptional and answer the question: What defines a five-star read?Share your favorite five-star reads and tell us what makes them unforgettable! These are the five-star reads we had to share with you: Baltasar and Blimunda by José Saramago,The Crimson Moth duology by Kristen Ciccarelli, Zoo Station by Christiane V. Felscherinow, The Prison Healer series by Lynette Noni, Kokoschka's Doll by Afonso Cruz, The Last Hour of Gann vy R. Lee Smith,In Five Years by Rebecca Serle,The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time by Mark Haddon,The Song of Achilles by Madeline Miller,1984 and Animal Farm by George Orwell.The Perks of Being a Wallflower by Stephen Chbosky._______________________________________________________🔗 Follow us for more bookish content📸 Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠@BookBestieSaid ⁠⁠⁠🎵TikTok: ⁠⁠⁠@BookBestieSaid⁠⁠⁠ ▶️YouTube: ⁠@BookBestieBaid⁠📚Fable: ⁠⁠⁠My Book Bestie Said It's Good⁠⁠⁠🍏 Apple Podcasts: ⁠⁠⁠My Book Bestie Said It's Good

Get ready! 💘 In this episode, we sit down with Passion Project author, London Sperry, to talk all things romance and the inspiration behind her debut novel, from behind-the-scenes stories to how she created those unforgettable characters. Plus, we end the episode with a fun “This or That: Passion Discover” game!If you’ve read Passion Project, this episode is for you. Tune in for a fun and cozy convo, and some book bestie vibes. 💬📚🎧 Let us know your favorite part, and don’t forget to follow us for more author chats and bookish fun! Support London and the Podcast: buy her book here._______________________________________________________🔗 Follow us for more bookish content📸 Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠@BookBestieSaid ⁠⁠⁠🎵TikTok: ⁠⁠⁠@BookBestieSaid⁠⁠⁠ ▶️YouTube: ⁠@BookBestieBaid⁠📚Fable: ⁠⁠⁠My Book Bestie Said It's Good⁠⁠⁠🍏 Apple Podcasts: ⁠⁠⁠My Book Bestie Said It's Good

We read and discussed Red Rising by Pierce Brown in our Book Club (join us!) and this might have been our most polarized review ever 👀 Don’t miss our honest opinions on this bestseller 📖 And let us know what you thought about it!_______________________________________________________🔗 Follow us for more bookish content📸 Instagram: ⁠⁠@BookBestieSaid ⁠⁠🎵TikTok: ⁠⁠@BookBestieSaid⁠⁠ ▶️YouTube: @BookBestieBaid📚Fable: ⁠⁠My Book Bestie Said It's Good⁠⁠🍏 Apple Podcasts: ⁠⁠My Book Bestie Said It's Good

In this episode of My Book Bestie Said It’s Good, we’re chatting all about the books we recommended to each other - with no spoilers.From surprising favorites to unexpected misses, we’re sharing honest takes, hot tea, and a few TBR-worthy gems. Cozy up and get ready for the ultimate book bestie review session!List of books mentioned in the episode:Emily Wilde's Encyclopedia of Faeries – Heather FawcettPractice Makes Perfect – Sarah AdamsLights Out – Navessa AllenGod of Malice – Rina KentDivine Rivals – Rebecca RossThe Seven Year Slip – Ashley PostonMilking Farm – C.M. Nascosta1984 – George OrwellUnhinged – Vera ValentineFourth Wing – Rebecca YarrosThe Bridge Kingdom – Danielle L. JensenThe Lord of the Rings series – J.R.R. TolkienPowerless – Lauren RobertsQuicksilver – Callie HartPride and Prejudice – Jane AustenMs. Nash’s Ashes – Sarah AdlerIce Planet Barbarians – Ruby DixonA Court of Thorns and Roses series – Sarah J. MaasThe Deep End – Ali HazelwoodHarry Potter – J.K. RowlingThe Hobbit – J.R.R. TolkienThe Truth According to Ember – Danica NavaMistborn series – Brandon SandersonPhantasma – Kaylie SmithHeartless Hunter – Kristen CiccarelliThe Picture of Dorian Gray – Oscar WildeBrave New World – Aldous Huxley_______________________________________________________🔗 Follow us for more bookish content!📸 Instagram: ⁠⁠@BookBestieSaid ⁠⁠🎵TikTok: ⁠⁠@BookBestieSaid⁠⁠ 📚Fable: ⁠⁠My Book Bestie Said It's Good⁠⁠🍏 Apple Podcasts: ⁠⁠My Book Bestie Said It's Good

In this episode, we chat with debut YA romantasy author Lois Miller, whose novel Don't Fear the Fire came out March 25th. Lois takes us behind the scenes of her writing journey, from first draft to publishing, and shares how she approached querying agents, building an audience, and crafting a villain who definitely thinks he's the main character (looking at you, Claude 👀).Whether you're a reader, writer, or just romantasy-obsessed, this one’s for you.Get Lois book here._______________________________________________________🔗 Follow us for more bookish content!📸 Instagram: ⁠⁠@BookBestieSaid ⁠⁠🎵TikTok: ⁠⁠@BookBestieSaid⁠⁠ 📚Fable: ⁠⁠My Book Bestie Said It's Good⁠⁠🍏 Apple Podcasts: ⁠⁠My Book Bestie Said It's Good

In this episode, we review First-Time Caller by B.K. Borison, a romance novel that’s been all over Booktok and on the top of the TBRs of many romance readers. If you just finished reading B.K. Borison’s newest book and want to hear what other readers think, this review will give you all the insights you need. Tune in for a detailed discussion on First-Time Caller to find out if your book besties Ana, Rina, and Trisha said it’s good!Get First-Time Caller on Amazon! ☎️💗_______________________________________________________🔗 Follow us for more bookish content!📸 Instagram: ⁠@BookBestieSaid ⁠🎵TikTok: ⁠@BookBestieSaid⁠ 📚Fable: ⁠My Book Bestie Said It's Good⁠🍏 Apple Podcasts: ⁠My Book Bestie Said It's Good

Is your TBR pile growing out of control? Ours certainly is! In this episode, we get honest about the books that have been on our shelves for too long and explore strategies for tackling those piles. Whether you’re struggling with TBR shame or just want to hear some relatable thoughts about reading, this episode is for you. _______________________________________________________🔗 Follow us for more bookish discussions!📸 Instagram: ⁠@BookBestieSaid ⁠🎵TikTok: ⁠@BookBestieSaid⁠ 📚Fable: ⁠My Book Bestie Said It's Good⁠🍏 Apple Podcasts: ⁠My Book Bestie Said It's Good⁠

Love romance books? 📚✨ In this episode, we chat with debut author Megan Murphy about her debut novel Fake It Like You Mean It ! She tells us about her writing process, and publishing journey. 🎙️ Topics we cover:✔️ Megan's writing & publishing journey✔️ The magic of romance (and her favorites!)✔️ Advice for aspiring authorsHit play for a fun bookish chat! 🎧💘Megan's debut will be available on March 18! Go grab your copy! 📚 Available on Amazon, and wherever you get your books! _______________________________________________________🔗 Follow us for more bookish discussions!📸 Instagram: @BookBestieSaid 🎵TikTok: @BookBestieSaid 📚Fable: My Book Bestie Said It's Good🍏 Apple Podcasts: My Book Bestie Said It's Good

In this episode, we dive deep into What You’re Looking for Is in the Library by Michiko Aoyama, a beautiful and cozy read that celebrates the magic of libraries, books, and those unexpected moments that change our lives.Grab a cup of tea and join us! 📚✨Also, don’t forget to follows us so you never miss an episode of our bookish conversations!

In this episode, we chat with TeaTimeTales about getting started as a writer! 🖊️ Alexa, the person behind TeaTimeTales, shares her experience writing short stories and working on her first book. If you’re thinking about starting your own writing adventure, this one’s for you!(ℹ️ We had some minor audio issues—thanks for your patience!)Follow us on socials 🫂

Looking for the perfect romance read?In thisValentine’s special, we’re sharingsteamy, heart-melting, and addictive romance book recommendations!From the spicy alien love ofIce Planet Barbarians to the dark romanceLights Out, plus rom-coms likePractice Makes Perfect, and more—this episode is packed withromantic reads you won’t want to miss. Whether you lovespicy, sweet, or swoon-worthy romances, we’ve got the perfect book for you! 💖📚

Join us for an unfiltered, spoiler-filled discussion of Babel by R.F. Kuang, the acclaimed dark academia novel packed with themes of anti-colonialism and translation. We dive into what we loved, what we didn’t. Don’t miss our honest take on this bestseller! 📖 And let us know your thoughts about it!Follow us on tiktok and instagram 🫂

You gave us the names, and we’re spilling the tea! Who’s getting the smooch, the ring, or the axe? 💋💍⚔️ In this episode, we play a spicy game of Kiss, Marry, Kill with your favorite fictional characters! No one is safe from our judgment. Will Xaden Riorson survive? What about Rhysand? Tune in to hear our wildest picks and join the chaos! Got more Kiss, Marry, Kill prompts for us? Drop them on our socials, and they might feature in the next round! Don’t forget to follow us on instagram and tiktok, and leave a review to help spread the bookish love! 💖📚

Join us as we share the books that marked 2024. Romance, fantasy, sci-fi, literary fiction - so many reads made it to the list. Perfect if you're looking to update your TBR!

Dive into this month’s podcast as we explore the bestseller My Grandmother Asked Me to Tell You She’s Sorry by Fredrik Backman, a heartwarming tale of a young girl navigating life, loss, and love through her eccentric grandmother’s stories. Don’t miss our lively discussion about family, forgiveness, and the power of imagination.

Get cozy by the fire and join us for a festive chat about Christmas books! We’re revealing what’s on our must-read list for this Christmas. Whether you’re looking for inspiration or just love the magic of holiday reading, this episode is sure to warm your heart. 🪵🔥 Happy Holidays! 🎄 Don't forget to follow us on tiktok and fable!

Join us as we delve into Olga Tokarczuk's Drive Your Plow Over the Bones of the Dead, and its thought-provoking exploration of human and animal rights. Perfect for fans of Nobel Prize-winning literature and gripping, darkly humorous mysteries and philosophical stories. Don't forget to follow us on ⁠TikTok⁠!

Join us as we dissect the tropes that readers can't stop talking about! From enemies-to-lovers and forced proximity to grumpy/sunshine. This episode is packed with hot takes, laughs, and passionate debates. Don't forget to follow us on TikTok.

Trick or treat! Get ready for Halloween with our latest episode, where we share our spooky book recommendations for the season. We also dive into the popular romantasy novel Quicksilver by Callie Hart, a trending read that is all over booktok. Join us as we share our thoughts on the romance between Saeris and the mysterious Kingfisher... And discuss if it lives up to the hype. If you're curious, don't miss our review of one of tiktok's hottest books!

In this episode, we discuss Malinda Lo's Last Night at the Telegraph Club, exploring themes of identity, love, and racism in 1950s San Francisco. Join us as we deep dive into Lily's journey of self-discovery and share our thoughts on the book!

In our very first episode join us as we introduce ourselves and have a laugh playing a game of "Who Is More Likely To - Bookish Edition".And follow us (online) for more book content!